EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Staff Sergeant Cristopher Tumbaco.

Tumbaco serves in the U.S. Army as a Combat Engineer.

He is said to show exceptional courage and selflessness.

We thank you for your service.

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We'll recognize one member each Monday in ABC-7 newscasts.

Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Private Johnny Isaiah Cerros.

His family says that he worked really hard to get into the army to serve his country and they are proud of him.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Katherine Hicks, who is a Class Aviation Administration Man for the U.S. Navy.

Her family says she is currently serving her second term.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Staff Sergeant Gabriel Peru.

He served 12 years in the U.S. Army.

Peru is no longer with us, but his family says they continues to carry on his memory.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Navy Operation Specialist Arianna Enriquez.

She began her service in 2022.

It was an uphill battle for her due to medical situation, but her family says she is proud to be serving her country.

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military or who once served and is now a veteran. Submit your entry here.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Shawn Hall.

Hall serves in the U.S. Air Force.

His wife says that she is proud of him for the sacrifices he's made for his country and family.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize veteran Manuel Duran. 

Duran served during the Vietnam War for the U.S. Army in 1969.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize father and son Jaime Galaviz Sr. and Jaime Galaviz Jr. 

Jaime Sr. is a Navy veteran, while Jaime Jr. is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Private First Class Daniel Ecki.

His wife said "my amazing husband has always gone above and beyond. I am proud of all you have accomplished."

Here at ABC-7 we want to thank PFC Ecki for all his service.

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ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize the Alvarado family.

At home they have the "wall of honor" that commemorates the service of family members.

Eduardo, Sergio and Henry are retired Navy veterans. Henry's son, Marcos, is currently serving in the Navy.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Adam Galindo.

He is a 2022 graduate of El Dorado High School.

Galindo is serving in the U.S. Navy as a master at arms.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Vietnam Veteran Richard I. Doran.

He was a Master Sergeant and served for 22 years.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Sabrina Castañeda, who has been serving in the U.S. Air Force since 2020.

She is an Eastwood and Texas State University graduate.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Miguel Alejandro Macias II.

He is an Austin High School graduate. Macias signed up to join the U.S. Airforce. 

His family says they are very proud of him.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize First Sergeant Pascual Romero.

Romero's family tells us that he served in Kuwait.

Romero has served a total of 24 years in the U.S. Army.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Marion A. Hutchinson Sr.

Hutchinson served in the U.S. army from 1949 to 1972, serving two tours in Korea.

He is no longer with us, but his family says they are very proud.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Christopher K. Johnson.

Johnson retired from the U.S. Army in 2003.

He enjoys spending time with his family. Which include six grandchildren.

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or once served and is a veteran. Submit your entry here.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Vietnam Veteran Elias Camacho.

Camacho served in the U.S. Navy for six-years; five aboard the USS Constellation.

He currently serves as the president of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chisolm Chapter.

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or once served and is a veteran. Submit your entry here.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Master Sergeant Jesus Yañez.

Yañez served a total of 31 years in the U.S. Marine Corp, U.S. Naval Reserve, U.S. Army Reserve and the Texas National Guard.

He will retire at the start of the new year.

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or once served and is a veteran. Submit your entry here.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans with Military Monday.

Today we recognize retired Air Force Captain Alfred Reeves.

Reeves served for over 20 years.

When he enlisted, he was an air crew life support specialist and later commissioned as a weapons controller.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Anjel Villarreal. He is a Gunner’s Mate for the U.S. Navy.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Antonia Del Palacio, who recently swore into the U.S. Military.

According to her family, she’s always wanted to be a soldier and serve her country.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with military Monday.

Today we recognize Army Staff Sergeant Robert Nieto.

Nieto joined the U.S. Army in 2016. 

His family is very proud of his accomplishments with in the U.S. Army. 

We thank Robert for his service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize retired U.S. Army First Sergeant Lecroy T. Rhaynes Sr.

Rhaynes also went on to serve the El Paso community by working for the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. 

We thank Rhaynes for his service.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Jose Blas Diaz.

Diaz is a Vietnam War veteran who served from 1967 to 1968.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Chief Warrant Officer Three, Jason Harcrow.

He served the U.S. army for 20 years. This month he's finally retiring.

We thank you for your service.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize U.S. Airforce Airman Ramon Ramirez.

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize veteran Raymundo Torrez.

He served the U.S. in two tours during the Vietnam War.

Torrez is no longer with us, but his family says that he was their hero.

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military or is a veteran. Submit your entry here.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans,  with Military Monday.

Today we recognize veteran Reynaldo Barela. 

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Thank you, for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting all the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize veteran Wayne Gilbert.

He served in the U.S. Army for 21 years.

Coming up in December Gilbert will be celebrating his 91st birthday.

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or is a veteran. Submit your entry here.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize veteran Jeanie Lynn Enriquez.

Enriquez served in the U.S. Army for six years during Operation Desert Storm. 

Her family says they're proud of her service.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize sergeant Gabriel Mendoza.

He is currently serving in the U.S. Army and is stationed at Fort Bliss.   

We thank you for your service.

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize First Sergeant Eric Forbush.

Forbush comes from a long serving military family. 

He served the country for 32 years before retiring. 

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ABC-7 is saluting the men and women of our armed forces and our veterans, with Military Monday.

Today we recognize Sergeant Melissa O'Brien.

O'Brien has served in the U.S. Army for 32-years.

She is now retired, but continues to work at Fort Bliss in the First Armored Division headquarters. 

Send in a photo of your loved one who is serving in the military, or who is a veteran. Click here to submit an entry.

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Military Monday is sponsored by GECU.

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