In Memoriam....Corporal Christopher D. Bordoni

Governor Cuomo Directs Flags to Half-Staff

Governor Andrew Cuomo has directed that flags on state government buildings be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, April 10 in honor of a New York Marine who died on April 3.

Corporal Christopher D. Bordoni died as a result of wounds sustained January 18, 2012, while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. 

Bordoni was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, based at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Corporal Bordoni was from Ithaca.

"I join with all New Yorkers in mourning the loss of Corporal Bordoni," said Governor Cuomo. 

"We will forever honor the service and sacrifice of this New York Marine. I send my deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow Marines."

From The G-Man would like to take this opportunity to honor Corporal Christopher D. Bordoni, his love of country, and his service with the following video tribute. May he forever rest in peace. 

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In Memoriam......Lance Corporal Jabari N. Thompson

From the Executive Chamber of New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo

Governor Andrew Cuomo has directed that flags on state government buildings be flown at half-staff on Friday, July 22 in honor of a New York City Marine who died on July 17.

Lance Corporal Jabari N. Thompson, from Brooklyn, died of wounds sustained July 13 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

"On behalf of all New Yorkers, we honor the service and dedication of Lance Corporal Thompson," Governor Cuomo said.

"I send my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow Marines of this New Yorker and join with them in mourning his loss."

From The G-Man would like to honor Lance Corporal Jabari N. Thompson, his love of country and his service with the following video tribute. May he rest in peace.

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