Scholar Highlight: Ashlyn Engler
January 26, 2026
Ashlyn Engler is the daughter of Major Steven James Engler, who passed away in 2011 due to a service‑connected illness. When asked what her father’s
Highlights and insights from current and former Fallen Patriots scholars.
Ashlyn Engler is the daughter of Major Steven James Engler, who passed away in 2011 due to a service‑connected illness. When asked what her father’s
Cameron is the son of U.S. Army Major Mary Smith who passed away in 2014. He says his mom would be proud to see him
Ethan is the son of Staff Sergeant Carlos Benitez who was KIA in 2010. When asked what his fathers military service meant to him, Ethan
Caitlyn is the daughter of Sergeant John Franklin Burner III who passed away from a service connected illness in 2010. When asked how she would
Children of Fallen Patriots scholar Brandon W. is the son of U.S. Army Private First Class Lori P., who was killed in action in 2003.
Children of Fallen Patriots scholar Brandon W. is the son of U.S. Army Private First Class Lori P., who was killed in action in 2003.
Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation scholar Jasmine A. is the daughter of U.S. Navy Petty Officer Third Class Norman A., who passed away in 2016.
Joelle is the daughter of Staff Sergeant Bryce Edward Leek who passed away from a training accident in 2015. Joelle describes her dad as, “goofy,
Children of Fallen Patriots scholar Quinn M. is the son of U.S. Army Major Evan M., who passed away in 2011. When asked how friends