Richard Riddle

Today, we remember Retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Richard Riddle. Rich was an early supporter of the Stronghold Freedom Foundation and was a vocal proponent of legislation that would help K2 veterans who were suffering from illnesses caused by toxic exposures. He passed away just one year ago on June 14th, 2020 after a long…

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Edward Allen Quinn Jr.

Edward Allen Quinn, Jr. passed away on June 10th, 2020 after a long battle with Glioblastoma. Edward was born in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. He served a total of 17 years with the United States Army. While deployed to Uzbekistan he served in the 112th Signal Battalion. He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years,…

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David Criado

David Criado passed away on April 23, 2015, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. David was born in Lubbock, Texas, and graduated from Lubbock High in 1983 as a member of the TTU Mesa program. David was raised with a strong work ethic as a young man. He went on to join the USAF…

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Lauren Price

The Stronghold Freedom Foundation sends condolences to the family and friends of Lauren Price. Her passing underscores the fight she led and which we all now continue in her memory.  Lauren was an inspiration and a tireless advocate for veterans who were victims of toxic exposure. From Veteran Warriors: “Leading from the front, Lauren assembled…

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Kerry Self

Kerry Self was a husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He retired from the US Air Force as a Major after 20 years of service to his country. He passed on April 3, 2018, he was 52 years old. He loved flying and after retiring went on to work as a pilot for Southwest Airlines.…

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Douglas “Doug” Tanner

Our friend, Johnny B, passed away today after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a true Airman, Mentor, Friend, Husband and Father. He is survived by his amazing wife, Debby, their two wonderful children Zach and Lily, his mother, sisters and countless friends that he has made throughout the years.

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Clayton Richard White

Clayton Richard White, was a devoted husband and an excited father-to-be when he passed away the morning of his 41st birthday. He left behind a wife, a daughter yet-to-be-born, parents, siblings, and many beloved nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Clayton was born and raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania and enlisted in the United States Air…

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John Michael Benner

Our friend, Johnny B, passed away today after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a true Airman, Mentor, Friend, Husband and Father. He is survived by his amazing wife, Debby, their two wonderful children Zach and Lily, his mother, sisters and countless friends that he has made throughout the years.

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Michael Mann

Michael Jansen Mann, passed away from cancer on, February 12, 2020. He was 41 years old.
Michael was a U.S. Marine. He served as an Electronics Technician during Operation Enduring Freedom. He was deployed to Karshi-Khanabad during OEF.

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Stuart Binger

Master Sergeant Stuart Binger died on January 8, 2007. He left behind his wife Carol, two sisters (Sherry and Stacey), his mother and father. He will be missed by his family, friends, and comrades. Stuart had a distinguished 35-year military career serving in campaigns from Vietnam through Afghanistan as a Master Sergeant in the U.S.…

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