Alaska-based US Army Specialist Robert L. Voakes Jr., from L'Anse, Michigan, was killed in action in Afghanistan on 4th June 2011. Spc. Voakes and three colleagues were killed by the blast from a homemade bomb when his unit was on patrol.
Spc. Voakes, age 21, served with the 793rd Military Police Battalion, based in Alaska. He joined the army in 2009 serving at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri and transferred to Alaska in 2010.
He was posthumously promoted from Private First Class to Specialist.
Robert was one of the finest young men I have had the honor to have known. He was so proud of his country, his community, His family, his native culture and his faith. He was the ultimate Ogitida (Warrior). You will be deeply missed Robert, May you walk in Peace...
ReplyDeleteRest in peace, I will never forget you, or what you did for our country and my brother. You are loved.
ReplyDeleteYou and your family have paid the ultimate sacrifice. I will be in prayer that you find peace. May God Bless you and bless America
ReplyDeleteI remember all the good times we had, Out of town trips and playing games on the x-box. I love you like a brother!
ReplyDeleteOne of the best people I had ever known....you were loved by EVERYONE and will be missed by us all....until we see you again....save journey.
ReplyDeleteMAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY WITH PEACE.The Voakes Family raised one of the finest sons in this county . The respect Robert showed to every one was unbelievable . Healing will take time ,you are all in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteRobert, Megwetch for your sacrifice for the people to be strong! You and your family our in our prayers
ReplyDeleteI did not know Robert or his family,I thank you for your sacrifice, may you find peace and healing for your loss, Gods blessings on your family, my heartfelt prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteRobert has received a posthumous promotion to Specialist. Announced today....
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update on his promotion martinack924 - appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteFolks in Baraga County are going to be on the highway with flags this a.m. to honor Robert as he arrives home. There is much support for his family and gratitude for his service.....
ReplyDeleteTo Robert's family. My deepest sympathy to you. I pray the Creator will bring you comfort and peace. I know that his Spirit is flying free and that he will watch over all of you.
ReplyDeletePeggy Moore
Phila. Pa.