Arnold Schwarzenegger
California State Governor

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Lance Cpl. Ralph J. Fabbri of Gallitzin, PA:

“Maria and I were deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Lance Corporal Ralph Fabbri, who gave his life in the defense of freedom. He fought with courage, honor and steadfast loyalty to this country and his fellow Marines. We join all Californians in paying tribute to Ralph’s sacrifice and offering our sincere condolences to his family and friends during this time.”

Fabbri, 20, died September 28 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, CA.

In honor of Lance Cpl. Fabbri, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.