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thedrifter
07-13-09, 09:03 AM
Kaneohe-Based Marine Dies From Combat Injuries

A Kaneohe-based marine has died from injuries caused by an explosive device.

22 year-old Corporal Matthew Lembke had been patrolling on foot in Afghanistan on June 22, when an IED exploded.

He lost both legs and had internal injuries.

He underwent multiple surgeries and died on Friday with his parents and sister by his side.

"Someone just told me he's the kind of guy every parent would want as a son", said Cluadia Lembke, Matthew's mother.

"Good brother, good friend, good son, he loved what he was doing and loved the marine corp, never waivered on that."

Friends created a video montage to honor Lembke, who's originally from Oregon.

He joined the marines after graduating from high school in 2005. He was on his third tour of duty.

Ellie