Austin James McReynolds 

December 7th, 1992 -December 14th, 2013

501st Area Support Medical Company and the 86th Combat Support Hospital

"SPC McReynolds often presented himself as quiet and unassuming, he constantly demonstrated a superior intellect, possessed a fast wit and a keen sense of humor.  And Austin very clearly displayed a strong desire to achieve greater and higher goals.  He seized the potential of each and every day.  

SPC McReynolds was a superbly skilled medic--well beyond his level of training.  He was a natural leader with great potential.  In many ways and in many settings, Austin displayed a great proclivity to demonstrate both care and authority simultaneously--a skill often achieved  only by the most seasoned medic or leader.  Yet somehow it seemed to come quite naturally to him.  Simply, SPC Austin Mcreynolds is the type of soldier every commander longs to lead.  Strong, steady, and stoic--he was an Eagle Medic."

COL Drennan, Hospital Commander

"We remember him as he was...our quiet professional. He was a wonderful, hard-working young man; an exceptional soldier and friend; a perfect example to emulate."

1LT Murrell Company Commander