Governor Mourns Death of Soldier from Maine

April 11, 2008 -- AUGUSTA – Maine Governor John E. Baldacci has learned of the death of an active duty Army soldier with Maine ties.

Spc. William Charles Koelsch III, died in on Wednesday, April 9, in a training accident at Fort Polk, Louisiana. He served with the 509th Infantry (Airborne).

Spc. Koelsch’s mother lives in Fort Fairfield. He also has a sister who lives in Maine.

“All of Maine mourns the death of another brave soldier,” Governor Baldacci said. “We will keep SPC Koelsch’s family and friends in our prayers during this difficult time.”

Flags will be ordered flown at half-staff on the day of Spc Koelsch’s funeral.

No additional information is available at this time.

Source: Maine Governor

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