LCpl Ethan Matthew Locascio USMC
March 13, 2005 – September 5, 2024
LCpl Ethan Matthew Locascio, an active duty USMC Security Force Guard of the United States Marine Corps, passed away 05 September 2024, while serving active duty security forces, Washington D.C., United States of America.
The son of Mejia Gex, Ethan grew up in Purvis, MS. He was born 13 March 2005 in Bay St. Louis, MS and attended Oak Grove Schools from K-10, then graduated from Purvis High School, Class of 2023.
At the age of 18 years old, Ethan enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He valued this service highly and attained the rank of Lance Corporal.
Ethan graduated Recruit Training 29 September 2023 Parris Island, South Carolina. He attended SOI 01 November 2023, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and graduated 15 February 2024. Attended MCSF Training 16 February 2024, Chesapeake, Virginia, and graduated 22 April 2024 Washington, D.C. He was currently serving as active duty Marine Corps Security Force Guard Washington, D.C. Ethan’s USMC achievements included receiving the Good Conduct Medal on 05 July 2023, and attained the level of Expert Rifle Qualification.
Ethan fulfilled his dream of becoming a United States Marine. He will forever be remembered and honored for his drive, dedication, morals, respect for others, love, compassion, and faithfulness.
Resting Place: Roseland Park Cemetery, Hattiesburg, MS
