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Written by Elizabeth Larson   
Monday, 28 July 2008

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Lance Corporal Ivan Wilson, 22, who died July 21, 2008 in Afghanistan's Helmand province, will be remembered at a special public memorial opening Monday. Courtesy photo.
 

 

LOWER LAKE – On Monday a public memorial will open to the public in honor of a local Marine killed in Afghanistan last week.


Lance Corporal Ivan Wilson, 22, died July 21 after being fatally injured by an improvised explosive device while supporting combat operations as part of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan's Helmand province, as Lake County News has reported.


A memorial site where the community may pay its respects and offer tributes to the young Marine will open Monday at Jones and Lewis Clear Lake Memorial Chapel, located at 16140 Main St. in Lower Lake, Wilson family friend Ginny Craven reported.


Wilson's family in Clearlake has not yet announced details of his funeral or other final arrangements.


Wilson joined the Marines on Sept. 11, 2005, a year after graduating from Clearlake Community School. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, U.S. Marine Corps, based in Twentynine Palms.


Prior to serving in Afghanistan, Wilson had served a tour in Iraq in 2007.


County offices are keeping flags at half-staff in Wilson's memory through Monday.


Flags in Sacramento also were flown at half-staff late last week in Sacramento by order of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.


“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Private First Class Ivan Wilson, who dedicated his life to protecting the liberty of his fellow citizens and Marines,” Schwarzenegger said in a written statement. “Californians are forever indebted to Ivan’s unwavering courage and service. Maria and I send our deepest condolences to Ivan’s family and friends.”


The US Marine Corps told Lake County News that Wilson received a posthumous promotion from private first class to lance corporal.


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condolences to family
written by dogwalker, July 28, 2008
of LC Wilson. You must be so proud of your son's sacrifices for his country. What an honor to have had him in our midst.
with honor and pride for this
written by Lisa, July 30, 2008
I was saddened to hear today about Lance Corporal Ivan Wilson’s death. My children went through school with him and his sister, her and my daughter were friends. This news breaks my heart. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, may god be with you in this very difficult time.
Condolences
written by jmadison, July 31, 2008
While my condolences go out to the Wilson's family, I must say that the Wilsons should be at least as proud if Ivan's younger brother grows up and says 'NO' to the military. It takes a true patriot to stand up to their government for what they believe in.
cheap condilences
written by Lisa, July 31, 2008
jmadison, your statment basically says this young man was not a true patriot. it would seem that your idea of a true patriot and his are far different, I am thankful it is men and women like this that protect our country.

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