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View a eulogy for Eric T Paliwoda, USMA '97, who passed away on January 2, 2004.

Eric T Paliwoda

West Point, 1997

Be Thou At Peace

Posted by Steve Murphy on January 8, 2004:

I met Eric at the Armor Captains Career Course and had the pleasure of spending time with him there and during the Cavalry Leaders Course. From the onset I could tell he was a gregarious guy who loved life. He always had a smile on his face and a good story to tell.

I was fortunate enough to see him about a month ago here in Iraq when my Squadron did an officer's call with his unit. He was quick to find me after the formalities to share some stories. I was glad I was able to shake his hand before I left that night.

I didn't know Eric that well but I can tell that he will be missed by superiors, peers and subordinates alike. You could tell when you first met him that he was a special breed. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.

Be thou at peace.

CPT Steve Murphy
USMA 1995
Balad, Iraq

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