From an early age it was clear that Will was destined to serve in the military. He was simply built to protect. He was a highly intelligent young man who had a photographic memory. He joined the Navy in January 2014. He scored a 98 on the ASVAB and was offered anything he wanted. He chose sonar and was the honor grad in A School. He served his entire career aboard the USS Chafee, DDG 90. He was well trained in martial arts and was also on the Anti-Terrorist Team. In his final deployment in 2017 there was a total casualty of the Array. It was unspooling and about to be lost at sea. He devised a way to reverse and repair the issue and was able to retrieve the invaluable equipment, put it back in service and affording the ship the ability to return to Pearl Harbor solo without delay. Today, every ship in the Navy has a manual with this procedure under his name. The Navy named the Winch Room that houses the Array aboard the Chafee in Will's honor.
He left behind his wife Whitney and newborn son Connor, who was only 6 weeks old at his passing, as well as a family who misses him each and every day. He made a difference in the lives of everyone he touched. He further left a legacy of honor, dedication, valor and military bearing for his time served in the US Navy.
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Jake was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. Upon graduation from high school, Jake enlisted in the United States Navy in 2000. He became a Cryptologic Technician Operator (CTO), and later became an Information Technician (IT), working with computers and radios as a part of Naval Intelligence communications. He served for just over 10 ½ years and achieved the rank of First Class Petty Office (E6) (Surface Warfare). Jake served in Yokosuka, Japan; Souda Bay, Greece; the NSA in Maryland; and lastly on the USS Antietam out of San Diego, California. Jake was posthumously awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his outstanding service. Jake served honorably, earning Sailor of the Quarter (twice), a meritorious mast award, Surface-Warfare pin, Joint Service Achievement Medal, and two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals. These were in addition to other awards and commendations. He aided in the war in Iraq as intelligence communications for the Submarine Command out of Yokosuka, Japan. He volunteered and served in Afghanistan in 2010 as technical support for the hospitals. Jake also volunteered and served on naval funeral details in Maryland, Habitat for Humanity, and various other charitable endeavors. Jake was a wonderful, loving son and a generous friend, known for his sense of humor and steadfast friendship. He lived a very full and honorable life. He was a man of integrity, who is greatly missed and remembered by all who know and love him.
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Oscar was an amazing husband, a devoted father, a loving son, and a comical brother. He wore is heart on his sleeve and he immensely loved his family. He was dedicated to his job as a Master at Arms in the Navy and always did his job with integrity and dignity. He was always making people laugh and smile anywhere he went, and he loved and enjoyed life to the fullest.
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Osiel was such an amazing person. He wanted to provide a better life for his family. He did his very best to not be tempted by the streets he grew up in. He was a basketball player for Compton high, he was an Explorer for the city of Compton. He was a wonderful father to his son and was so excited to be expecting a little girl. You are trully missed. We love you so much.
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CE1 (Construction Electrician) Tito L. Ruiz was born in the Philippines on April 2, 1974. He graduated from Radford High School in 1993 and joined the Navy in January 19, 1999.
His duty stations includes U.S. Naval Support Unit, State Department, NSA/NIOC Hawaii, NCTS FE Yokosuka, NMCB1 Gulfport Mississippi, and NCTS FE Det Sasebo where he served as the Base Communication Assistant Manager.
CE1 Tito Ruiz is survived by his wife, Melody Ruiz and they have 3 children ( Fiona, Ysabella and Tj)
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