My Bro Rob

This page is a tribute to Robbie Mariano who was (21) years old and died serving his country in the US Army in Operation Iraqi Freedom on January 5, 2006. You will always be in our hearts and minds. We love you Robbie!..

Robbie's military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the Iraqi Campaign Medal, the Army Commendation Medal and the Combat Action Badge. Robbie was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 16th Field Artillery, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division (Mechanized) as an M1114 gunner.

This is Robbie getting ready to leave for a combat mission in Iraq. This photo was taken two days prior to his death on January 5, 2006.

Rob serving his country, leaving on a combat mission in Iraq.Robbie out on patrol in Iraq.Memorial ceremony for Robbie and four other fallen soldiers who died with him, Camp Duke, Iraq. Major William F. Hecker, III, Captain Christopher P. Petty, Sergeant 1st Class Stephen J. White and Sergeant Johnny J. Peralez, Jr.Visitation at Deyoung Shoreline Chapel on January 18, 2006.Robbie's burial at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery with full military honors, January 20, 2006.Rob's pallbearers, Bobbie, Abe, Tayor, Robert, Chad and Alex.Military folding of Rob's flag for presentation to his family.Brigadier General Gregg F. Martin preparing to present the flag to Robbie's mother.Rob's fiance, Brittney Power, "Rest In Peace" Rob, "I love you and miss you."Rob and his famous guitarRobbie in 2003Band of Brothers- Summer of 2005, Fort Hood, TexasRob's fiance, Brittney Power serving her country.Rob's best friend, John James, his dear friend, comrade and fellow soldier, serving his country in Iraq."Forever In Our Hearts"This beautiful bench was dedicated on October 20, 2006 "In Memory of Robbie" at Oxford Circle Park. Rob grew up in this neighborhood and played at this park as a young child. The bench was donated by friends of Robbie's family, Duke and Kathy Williams, Andy and Peggy Jackson, Jim and Julie Horton and Paul and Patty Mazzilli.Plaque at foot of the bench "In Memory of Stockton Native born on March 30, 1984, Robbie Mathew Mariano, US Army PV1, Iraqi War Veteran Killed in Action on January 5, 2006"“Never Forget”