Friends, Family Remember Fallen Lake Elsinore Marine

"Once a Marine, always a Marine," a well-known slogan used by the Marine Corps couldn’t have been used any more appropriately here.

In order to pay their final respects, give condolences and to honor a fallen brother-in-arms, Marines with 1st Marine Logistics Group joined the hero’s friends and family at a memorial service April 10 in Orange County, Calif., for Cpl. Michael J. Palacio.



Palacio was loved by many, and now he is an American hero who has made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. His friends and relatives expressed their feelings at Legacy.com as they signed the guest book after the memorial service and funeral.

Julia Rodriguez, from Buena Park, Calif., wrote, “I remember from the moment I met you, you instantly brought a smile to my face, as you did to everyone that crossed paths with you. You’re my hero and I thank you so much for everything that you’ve done. I love you and miss you dearly. Rest in Paradise, Mikey P.”

LJ Smith, from Statenville, Ga., wrote, “Brother, you will be in my mind, and your name will be on my arm for the rest of my life. I miss you dearly. Semper Fi brother.” --Cpl. Khoa Pelczar