(Green River, WY) – Yesterday, February, 18, the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) and the Sweetwater County Coroner’s Office released the identities of the three individuals confirmed to have lost their lives in the February 14 crash in the Green River Tunnel on Interstate 80.
Among those named was 22-year-old Quentin Romero from Rawlins, who was a 115th Field Artillery Rear Detachment Specialist in the Wyoming National Guard (WNG), according to a post shared on the WNG Facebook page.
“I am saddened to inform you of the tragic passing of Specialist Quentin Romero of the 115th Field Artillery Rear Detachment,” the post shared on behalf of Major General Gregory Porter, the Adjutant General of the WNG, states.
Specialist Romero was not on duty at the time of the incident, the post informs.
“Specialist Romero’s contributions to the WY NG and his presence within our ranks will be deeply missed. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family during this difficult time. We are in close contact with Specialist Romero’s family to offer support and to coordinate the appropriate military honors that reflect his service and dedication.”
The statement encourages everyone to attend the memorial service “to honor Specialist Romero’s memory and to show support for his family and fellow Soldiers.”
The Celebration of Life is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22, at 11 AM in the Jeffrey Center, located at 315 W Pine Street in Rawlins.