Arnold Schwarzenegger
California State Governor

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. James R. McIlvaine of Olney, MD and Staff Sgt. Mark A. Wojciechowski of Cincinnati, OH:

“Maria and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Sergeant James McIlvaine and Staff Sergeant Mark Wojciechowski. Both men served proudly and courageously while dedicating their lives to protecting our country. We join all Californians in remembering their service and send our condolences to their family and friends during this difficult time.”

McIlvaine, 26, and Wojciechowski, 25, died April 30 while supporting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq. McIlvaine was assigned to 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms, CA. Wojciechowski was assigned to 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, U.S. Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton, CA.

In honor of Sgt. McIlvaine and Staff Sgt. Wojciechowski Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.