Donald Arribi was born on June 11, 1948. His home of record is Cliffside Park, NJ. He graduated from Cliffside Park High School. Donald was planning to become a draftsman when he was drafted into the US Marine Corps.
Arribi entered the US Marine Corps in 1968 and attained the rank of Lance Corporal (LCPL).
In May 1969, in Vietnam, Arribi was awarded a Purple Heart when shrapnel injured his left hand.
On June 7, 1969, Arribi was killed in action by enemy fire while on a night patrol.
Sources: Newspaper clippings, Rich DeLotto and NJVVMF.
12/17/2024