Corey Garver - U.S. Military

Sgt. Corey E. Garver, age 26, of Topsham, Maine, died on June 23, 2013, in Zormat, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

Corey attended Mt. Ararat High School from 2004-2006. He joined the Army in June of 2007.

Corey's father was a career Navy sailor and Corey wanted to follow his footsteps into the military.

Friends stated that Corey loved the military and was proud of serving his country.

Others describe him as popular with an outgoing personality.

Corey had earned several awards for valor and distinguished service, including two Army commendation medals, the Army Achievement medal, two Army Good Conduct medals, the National Defense Service Medal, two Afghanistan Campaign medals, and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.

U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King stated: “He was a true American hero

Father, place Corey on
the stairway to Heaven

who valiantly dedicated himself to the defense of our country. His actions on the battlefield demonstrated the highest caliber of leadership and courage and we owe him our enduring gratitude."

Corey is survived by many loving friends and relatives including his mother, Ellen Garver; and his father, Zachary Garver.

Thank you for serving, Corey.

Pray without ceasing unto God for an end to this war in Afghanistan. It is enough. We are sick with grief for men like Corey.

Pray that Corey is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.