I knew Gavriel somewhat well, as we were both Ivy grads a little older than most when we went through School of Infantry together but a few months ago. He was an excellent man and a hell of a marine, for someone seemingly so unsuited for such a life. I guess I just felt like saying I met the man, and he was all that and more. It's kind of hard when you can't share grief with immediate family and friends due to the hardship it may inflict on them, so I was glad to find FR remembering Gavriel as well. Thanks for caring.
PS that's his standard boot camp photo circa Nov-Dec 2003. Pretty good, given the circumstances (most people look really terrible).
Thanks for letting us know a bit about him. Prayers for his friends and family.