Services for SSGT. Carlo Montel Robinson, who was killed last week in Afghanistan, will be held Monday, January 26th, at 1:00 pm at the First Baptist Church in Hope. Sgt. Robinson, who died as a result of an IED explosion, was 33 years old, and leaves behind two daughters, Carneshia and Destiny, along with a 10 year old son, Da'Karia. He was a 13 year Army veteran who was serving his first tour of duty overseas. SSGT. Robinson will be buried with full military honors. The Governor's office notified me this morning that flags will be lowered to half staff on Monday, in honor of our fallen soldier. I, along with a representative from the Governor's office, will be in attendance Monday afternoon. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the Robinson children and remaining family members.
It is unfortunately ironic that Rep. Roy Ragland introduced a bill before my Aging, Children, Youth, Legislative and Military Affairs committee this morning that speaks to this very situation. He introduced legislation that would require all public buildings to lower the state flag to half staff anytime an Arkansas serviceman or woman is killed in action. The bill received a unanimous do pass, and will be introduced to the full house as non-controversial.
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