LAKE COUNTY — An effort has begun to raise funds to assist a Lake County family who lost a soldier last week in a bombing in Pakistan.
Sgt. 1st Class David J. Hartman, 27, died in Pakistan on Feb. 3 when his unit was hit by an improvised explosive device (IED).
He leaves behind his pregnant wife and a toddler son. Many of Hartman”s family members, including his father, stepmother, sister and grandparents live in Kelseyville.
A memorial service for Hartman is planned for this weekend in Los Banos.
Sgt. 1st Class Hartman will be buried with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery in the near future. The military will cover some expenses, but that does not include air travel, lodging, ground transportation, food and incidentals for extended family members. Donations are being accepted to assist the Hartman family during their time of need. Contributions may be made on behalf of the Hartman family in care of Operation Tango Mike at Umpqua Bank, 805 11th St., Lakeport, or by mail to 5216 Piner Court, Kelseyville, Calif. 95451. Questions may be directed to 349-2838 or operationtangomike@mchsi.com.
