“I was deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Sergeant Bandonill.

“As a member of our island ohana, his death hits home especially hard.

“I join our entire community in extending heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends and fellow soldiers.

“He was one of America’s finest.  We honor him for his courage, patriotism and devotion to duty.”

Sergeant Bandonill’s parents live Kalihi, and his siblings are also Hawaii residents. 

He was a member of the 101^st Airborne Division assigned to Troop B, 75th Cavalry Regiment, 2^nd Brigade Combat Team.

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