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Marine found dead in base housing

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October 02, 2010 12:37 PM

FROM STAFF REPORTS

A Marine assigned to Marine Corps Air Station-Yuma was found dead in base housing at 5:13 a.m. Friday, officials reported Saturday morning.

The Marine has been identified as Sgt. Martin Servando Cienfuegos, 24, originally from Phoenix.

The cause of death is currently under investigation by military authorities.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sgt. Cienfuegos during this tragic time,” said Col. Mark Werth, station commanding officer, in a news release Saturday. “The Marine Corps is deeply saddened to lose one of its own and is committed to helping Sgt. Cienfuegos’ family in every way possible.”

Cienfuegos joined the Marine Corps on July 27, 2004, and served as a motor vehicle operator.

He served two tours in Iraq from July to December 2005 and January to August 2007.

His military awards include two Good Conduct Medals, the Iraq Campaign Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Medal.

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iknowbetter

1:09 PM on October 2, 2010

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Rest in peace, Marine. Semper Fi.

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scurvylegs

1:38 PM on October 2, 2010

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Rest in Peace Cien... You will be missed.

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reyes24

2:20 PM on October 2, 2010

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Rest In Peace Marine!!! You will be missed!!! I remember the times we were on Duty and the other times!! I knew who you were!!! You will be sadly missed.

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chocodog

2:26 PM on October 2, 2010

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Bad news for (Cienfuegos) 100 fires. Our prayers r with u and ur family!

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marine41

3:05 PM on October 2, 2010

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SEMPER FI Marine, i did not know you but i have no doubt that you will be
missed by all who knew you. rrrraaaaahhhhh

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crazymcnugget

4:04 PM on October 2, 2010

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The cause of death is currently under investigation by military authorities
what happend ?how does one die in the barracks and no one knows? under investigation implies other than natural causes? I want answers!

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gotthemsg

4:22 PM on October 2, 2010

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To the family ...pls accept my heartfelt prayers

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tanmarine

4:58 PM on October 2, 2010

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Rest in Peace Marine, and to the family God Bless You. If the family needs any help please contact AZ Department of Veterans Services. (928) 726-2851. You are in our prayers.

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kdyumaaz

5:19 PM on October 2, 2010

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Semper Fi

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ummliz

5:37 PM on October 2, 2010

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I grew up with Martin..I remember he was always willing to listen and help.. he was a great kid...I can not believed this happened....There are no words to describe how we are feeling.. .my heart goes out to his family

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