JORGENSEN, ERIK J.

Erik L. Jorgenson was born on December 12, 1986, in Coeur D’Alene Idaho to Cindy

Crow and Brian Jorgenson, and was a brother to his sister Dana. Erik was a 2005

graduate of Half Moon Bay High School, in Half Moon Bay California.

Specialist (SPC) Jorgensen, affectionately known as ‘Jorgi,’ started his United States

Army career by attending basic training in Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Upon

completion of his initial training, he completed the 91B10 Advanced Individual Training

course at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland; ultimately, becoming a Wheeled

Vehicle Mechanic.

SPC Jorgenson was assigned to the 657th Forward Support Company, 17th Fires

Brigade, in Ft. Lewis, WA, and served a one-year tour in Afghanistan, conducting

roadside, route clearance operations. After the end of his active-duty obligation, SPC

Jorgenson joined the Idaho National Guard and was assigned to Company D, 145th

Forward Support Company, 145th Brigade Support Battalion, 116th Cavalry Brigade

Combat Team, in Boise, ID. While in Boise, he attended Boise State University,

majoring in Construction Management.

Erik's infectious smile and laugh touched many, and his broad shoulders were always

there for all in need to lean on. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, and mudding

with his buddies. He was also an avid reader. He really loved spending time in the great

outdoors with family and friends.

His military awards include: Combat Action Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Army

Achievement Medal (x2), National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism

Service Medal, NATO Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal,

Army Service Ribbon, Idaho Service Ribbon, and Driver Mechanic Badge. Erik was also

a member of the American Legion Post 474, in Half Moon Bay, CA.

Heaven needed another hero and received the finest on 19 July 2013, when Erik

passed away in Boise Idaho.

The Washington State Fallen Heroes Project proudly remembers SPC Erik L. Jorgenson for his

service, sacrifice, and commitment to our nation. His life continues to inspire all who learn his story.