Arnold Schwarzenegger
California State Governor

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Col. Michael R. Stahlman, of Chevy Chase, MD:

“Colonel Michael Stahlman served with courage, pride and an unrelenting commitment to democracy. Californians are forever indebted to his sacrifice and we will never forget his dedication. Maria and I send our deepest condolences to Michael’s family and friends during this difficult time.”

Stahlman, 45, died October 5, from injuries sustained in a July 31 non-hostile incident in Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to Headquarters Battalion, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms, CA.

In honor of Col. Stahlman, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.