Karlyn Serane Ramirez grew up in Del Rio, Texas, in a family with strong military roots. Her mother and aunt had both served, and that example shaped her sense of purpose. After earning an...

Maliek Kearney was an Army Sergeant and chemical weapons specialist with multiple deployments, including tours in Iraq. His military record included commendations and recognition from colleagues. He met fellow soldier Karlyn Ramirez while both...

Dolores Delgado was a former Army soldier who served in Iraq and had an on-again, off-again romantic relationship with Army Sergeant Maliek Kearney dating back to their time deployed together in 2008. After leaving...