Stephens, Riley Gene
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Verified Riley Gene Stephens, an American combatant from Tolar, TX, was a Sergeant First Class in the U.S. Army Special Forces, killed in Afghanistan on September 28, 2012.
Their Story
Riley Gene Stephens served as a Sergeant First Class (SFC) in the United States Army, specifically with Company B, 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Born and raised in Tolar, Texas, Stephens dedicated his career to serving his country across various international regions.
His military service took him to numerous locations, including Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa, as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. This conflict, which began in October 2001, was part of the United States' broader response to the attacks on September 11, 2001, aimed at dismantling terrorist networks.
SFC Stephens was actively involved in his duties when his life was tragically cut short by hostile actions on September 28, 2012, in Shank, Afghanistan. He was 39 years old at the time of his passing.
The loss of Stephens was deeply felt by his unit and family, who mourned his death, recognizing his commitment and sacrifices during his military career. His service is remembered as part of the broader efforts of the 3rd Special Forces Group to achieve operational objectives in challenging environments.
Operation Enduring Freedom officially concluded in December 2014, two years after the passing of SFC Stephens, marking the end of a significant chapter in U.S. military history.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom, which began in October 2001, concluded in December 2014. See the full roster of those killed in this conflict.
Among those documented in the same conflict: Losano, Raymond, Andrews, Evander Earl, Edmunds, Jonn Joseph, Stonesifer, Kristofor Tif.
