He completed basic training and advanced individual training in the military operational specialty of infantryman at Fort Benning, Georgia. He volunteered for the second time to attend Airborne School. In December 2000, he completed airborne training at Fort Benning, Ga.

A third-time volunteer by requesting to be assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment, Pvt. 1st Class Stonesifer completed the Ranger Indoctrination Program in December 2000. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment on February 7, 2001. During his military service, he was awarded the Army Achievement Medal.

As a Ranger, Pvt. 1st Class Stonesifer distinguished himself as a member of the Army’s premier light-infantry unit and was a highly trained and motivated soldier.

-Rangers Lead The Way!-

A website has been created to honor Kris and his sacrifice. Please visit http://www.rstonesifer.com/kris/index.htm