Cullum: 20110120
Class: '15
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Date of Death: January 20, 2011 - View or Post a Eulogy
Alexander "Alex" Charles Heinrich Ernandes, 19, was shot and killed by a former friend. He is remembered by family and clergy as a kind, generous and motivated young man. He received a posthumous appointment to West Point at his funeral service. His Uncle, a retired military officer, was administered the cadet oath by a West Point represenative. The ceremony took place next to Alex's open coffin at the front of the sanctuary. He will is an honorary member of the class of 2015.
http://www.roanoke.com/news/breaking/wb/274916
He is survived by his parents Tim and Jo-Ann, sisters Joan Marie and Colleen,
UPDATE 12/2011:
Tommy Greene Gets Life plus 53 years for killing friend