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U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Alexander L. Braggs III

U.S. Air Force Airman Nicholas P. Benedetto

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juan P. Salcedo

U.S. Air Force Airman Jerame T. Turrin

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posted Nov 2, 2009 - 11:39:37am

Alexander L. Braggs

U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Alexander L. Braggs III graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

The Braggs completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Braggs received a bachelor's degree in 2005 from Full Sail University in Winter Park. He is the foster son of Grace DeBeauville of Deltona.

Nicholas P. Benedetto

U.S. Air Force Airman Nicholas P. Benedetto graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Benedetto completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Benedetto earned distinction as an honor graduate.

A 2008 graduate of Deltona High School, he is the son of Christine Fontaine of Deltona.

Juan P. Salcedo

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juan P. Salcedo graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Salcedo completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2007 graduate of Deltona High School, Salcedo is the son of Hector Gomez and Ana Malagon, both of Deltona.

Jerame T. Turrin

U.S. Air Force Airman Jerame T. Turrin graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Turrin completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2005 graduate from Fort Pierce Central High School, Turrin received an associate degree in 2008 from Indian River State College in Fort Pierce. He is the son of Carol Morgan of Leesburg, and Robert Morgan of Deltona.

Randy J. Richardson

U.S. Army Pvt. Randy J. Richardson has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Richardson studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

A 2008 graduate of DeLand High School, Richardson is the son of Randy Richardson, and brother of Julia Richardson, both of DeLand.

Brittany E. Herring

U.S. Army Pvt. Brittany E. Herring has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Herring studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

A 2009 graduate of Lighthouse Christian Academy in DeLand, Herring is the daughter of Colleen East of Deltona, and the niece of James Carlin of Battle Creek, Mich.

Britni M. Reynolds

U.S. Navy Reserve Seaman Britni M. Reynolds recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Reynolds completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

The capstone event of boot camp is Battle Stations. This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. Battle Stations is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly Navy flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a sailor.

A 2006 graduate of Deltona High School, Reynolds is the daughter of Gale Y. Coffman of Deltona.

Danielle M. Imhoff

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Danielle M. Imhoff graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Imhoff completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Imhoff earned distinction as an honor graduate.

A 2006 graduate of Reidland High School in Paducah, Ky., she is the daughter of Marla Imhoff of DeLand, and the granddaughter of Joyce Roper of Paducah.

Juan I. Lopez

U.S. Army Pfc. Juan I. Lopez has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Lopez studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

A 1998 graduate of Pine Ridge High School in Deltona, Lopez is the son of Juan Lopez of Deltona, and the brother of Bridget Lopez of Longwood.

Devan L. Henderson

U.S. Air Force Airman Devan L. Henderson graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Henderson completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2007 graduate of Pine Ridge High School in Deltona, Henderson is the son of Patricia Williams and Leon Henderson, both of Deltona.

Rafael J. Lopez-Martinez

U.S. Air Force Airman Rafael J. Lopez-Martinez graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Lopez-Martinez completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2004 graduate of Pine Ridge High School in Deltona, Lopez-Martinez is the son of Rosa Martinez of Deltona.

Jason C. Boyle

U.S. Navy Seaman Jason C. Boyle recently completed Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Boyle completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

The capstone event of boot camp is Battle Stations. This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. Battle Stations is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly Navy flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a sailor.

A 2008 graduate of Seabreeze High School of Daytona Beach, Boyle is the grandson of Margerine Good of DeLand.

Joshua S. Hutcherson

U.S. Air Force Airman Joshua S. Hutcherson graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Hutcherson completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2009 graduate of Pine Ridge High School in Deltona, Hutcherson is the son of Christina Krivickas and Jeffery Hutcherson, both of Deltona.

Samuel E. Floyd

U.S. Army Pvt. Samuel E. Floyd has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Floyd studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

A 2003 graduate of DeLand High School, Floyd is the son of Robert Floyd of DeLand.

Michael J. Yunik

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael J. Yunik recently completed Naval Nuclear Power Training Pipeline.

During the course with Nuclear Power Training Unit in Ballston Spa, N.Y, Yunik received instruction about nuclear theory, chemistry, physics, reactor operations, safety and security. Upon completion of the course, Yunik qualified as a naval nuclear operator.

A 2005 graduate of Winter Park High School, Yunik is the son of Wendy J. Yunik of Deltona, and Joel M. Yunik of Linesville, Pa. He joined the Navy in May 2007.

Gregory L. Earl

U.S. Army Pfc. Gregory L. Earl has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Earl studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

A 2003 graduate of DeLand High School, and a 2005 associate-degree recipient from Florida Technical College in DeLand, Earl is the son of Janice Earl of Fort Walton Beach, and Gregory Earl of DeLand.

Richard Breeze

U.S. Navy Seaman Apprentice Richard Breeze recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Breeze completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

The capstone event of boot camp is Battle Stations. This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. Battle Stations is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly Navy flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a sailor.

A 2007 graduate of Deltona High School, Breeze is the son of Cindy L. and Richard V. Breeze of Deltona.

Andrew M. Hull

U.S. Air Force Airman Andrew M. Hull graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Hull completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2006 graduate of Pine Ridge High School in Deltona, Hull is the son of Genelyn and Frederick Brown of Deltona.

Jessica T. Nicholson

U.S. Coast Guard Reserve Seaman Jessica T. Nicholson recently graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Recruit Training Center in Cape May, N.J.

During the eight-week training program, Nicholson completed a vigorous training curriculum consisting of academics and practical instruction on water safety and survival, military customs and courtesies, seamanship skills, first aid, fire fighting and marksmanship. A major emphasis is also placed on physical fitness, health and wellness.

Nicholson and other recruits also received instruction on the Coast Guard's core values — honor, respect and devotion to duty — and how to apply them in their military performance and personal conduct. Nicholson will join 36, 000 other men and women who comprise Coast Guard's force.

Men and women train together from the first day in the Coast Guard just as they do aboard ships and shore units throughout the world. To reinforce the team concept, Nicholson and other recruits were trained in preventing sexual harassment, drug and alcohol awareness, civil rights training, and the basics of the work-life balance, as well as total quality management.

A 2007 graduate of DeLand High School, Nicholson is the daughter of Kathleen M. and Gilberto Sanchez of Deltona.

Roman A. Manuel

U.S. Air Force Airman Roman A. Manuel graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Manuel completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2009 graduate of Seminole Ridge High School in Loxahatchee. Manuel is the son of Chester Manuel Jr. of Loxahatchee, and Lisa Whitmore of DeLeon Springs.

Stephen D. Lawson

Marine Corps Pvt. Stephen D. Lawson recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot in Parris Island, S.C., designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and mentally.

Lawson and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a. m. by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical-conditioning program, Lawson spent numerous hours in classroom and field assignments which included learning first aid, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted weapons training. They performed close order drills and operated as a small infantry unit during field training.

He and other recruits also received instruction on the Marine Corps' core values — honor, courage and commitment, and what the core values mean in guiding personal and professional conduct.

Lawson and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54-hour, team evolution culminating in an emotional ceremony in which recruits are presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and addressed as Marines for the first time in their careers.

He is the son of Wanda I. Falu of Providence, R.I., and Darel A. Storm of Deltona.

Austin J. Saylor

U.S. Army Reserve Pvt. Austin J. Saylor has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning in Columbus, Ga.

During the nine weeks of training, Saylor received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman.

A 2009 graduate of DeLand High School, Saylor is the son of William Saylor of DeLand.

William N. Hendry

U.S. Navy Seaman Apprentice William N. Hendry recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Hendry completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

The capstone event of boot camp is Battle Stations. This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. Battle Stations is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly Navy flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a sailor.

A 2009 graduate of Deltona High School, Hendry is the son of Elizabeth A. Hendry, and stepson of Charles L. Nickle of Deltona.

David T. Judkins

U.S. Army Pfc. David T. Judkins has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill in Lawton, Okla.

During the nine weeks of training, Judkins studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics.

A 2009 graduate of Deltona High School. Judkins is the son of Deborah Tincher and Henry Judkins, both of Deltona.

Joshua N. Hartner

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua N. Hartner graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio.

Hartner completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen and airwomen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

A 2008 graduate of Pine Ridge High School in Deltona, Hartner is the son of Lenelle Stephens of Deltona, and Benard Hartner of Sanford.