An 18-year-old fallen Navy yeoman was buried with military honors at the Riverside National Cemetery Friday.
Kendra Ruth McDaniel died Nov. 3, and was received in San Diego on Tuesday.
Patriot Guard Riders followed her on her final journey to the Riverside Cemetery, where she was buried with military honors, according to PGR Capt. Tom Barry
Laura Herzog, founder of nonprofit Honoring Our Fallen, wrote on social media, “Kendra was not just a sailor; she was a beacon of warmth and kindness, with a gentle heart that resonated especially with those who shared her love for dogs. Her compassion extended beyond her duties in the Navy, touching the lives of her shipmates and friends and reminding them of the beauty of camaraderie and loyalty.”
“So here’s to Kendra McDaniel, a beloved friend, a brave sailor, and a gentle soul. Though she may have set sail into the unknown, her legacy will forever guide us, illuminating our paths with the love she so freely gave,” Herzog wrote.
McDaniel’s cause of death was not immediately provided.