Michelle Marie Witmer (1984-2004) is a Notable burial at https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/wood.asp.  She was the first female Wisconsin National Guard member killed in combat, and first from the Guard killed since World War II.  She lived with her family in New Berlin, WI, and she attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Witmer joined the Wisconsin National Guard in 2002.  Specialist Witmer served with the Guard’s 32nd Police Company in Iraq, where she was killed in an ambush on April 9, 2004.  Her after-hours volunteer work at a Baghdad orphanage inspired those who knew her, while her death brought attention to women and military service.   https://thefallen.militarytimes.com/wisconsin-army-national-guard-spc-michelle-m-witmer/257174.  *The preceding content is not intended as a comprehensive biography, but it highlights their significance as a result of military or civilian distinction, lasting achievements, or association with impactful national events. 

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Honoring a true shero. You paid the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you, your honor to this great nation will always be remembered.

Thank you for your service and for paying the ultimate sacrifice as a true hero. RIP soldier. 

A true hero in so many ways. Thank you Michelle to your service to all people. Rest in Heaven. 

RIP soldier even though your watch has ended your legacy will live on forever until we meet again in the next life 

Rest in Peace Soldier, your service and scarafice are not forgotten from a fellow identical twin and vet.

R.I.P. YOUR TOUR OF DUTY IS OVER GOD AND YOUR COUNTRY

Michelle was a great military police soldier who had courage and bravery! Being a gunner of a military police team in combat is the toughest position to hold! I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet and serve with her. Thank you for your superb dedication to duty and country!

MICHELLE MARIE WITMER

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