SFS ceremony

SFS ceremony

To honor the life and legacy of their fallen wingman, Staff Sgt Dianna Barcenas, the 96th Security Forces Squadron escorted her father, Gustavo Barcenas, on a sunset patrol, Jan. 28, 2026 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The ride took place on the boat dedicated in her name, which now serves as a reminder of her impact on the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt Hannah Lancaster.
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SFS ceremony

SFS ceremony

Lt. Col. Michael Bruton, 96th Security Forces Squadron commander, presents the Air and Space Force Commendation medal to Gustavo Barcenas, on behalf of his daughter, Staff Sgt. Dianna Barcenas, during a tribute ceremony Jan. 28. 2026 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The meda was for meritorious service as a dedicated Boat Crew Member with the 96th Test Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Lancaster)
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SFS ceremony

SFS ceremony

To honor the life and legacy of their fallen wingman, Staff Sgt Dianna Barcenas, the 96th Security Forces Squadron escorted her father, Gustavo Barcenas, on a sunset patrol, Jan. 28, 2026 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The ride took place on the boat dedicated in her name, which now serves as a reminder of her impact on the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt Hannah Lancaster.
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  • SFS ceremony

    SFS ceremony

    To honor the life and legacy of their fallen wingman, Staff Sgt Dianna Barcenas, the 96th Security Forces Squadron escorted her father, Gustavo Barcenas, on a sunset patrol, Jan. 28, 2026 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The ride took place on the boat dedicated in her name, which now serves as a reminder of her impact on the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt Hannah Lancaster.
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  • SFS ceremony

    SFS ceremony

    Lt. Col. Michael Bruton, 96th Security Forces Squadron commander, presents the Air and Space Force Commendation medal to Gustavo Barcenas, on behalf of his daughter, Staff Sgt. Dianna Barcenas, during a tribute ceremony Jan. 28. 2026 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The meda was for meritorious service as a dedicated Boat Crew Member with the 96th Test Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Lancaster)
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  • SFS ceremony

    SFS ceremony

    To honor the life and legacy of their fallen wingman, Staff Sgt Dianna Barcenas, the 96th Security Forces Squadron escorted her father, Gustavo Barcenas, on a sunset patrol, Jan. 28, 2026 at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The ride took place on the boat dedicated in her name, which now serves as a reminder of her impact on the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt Hannah Lancaster.
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Defenders honor their fallen Airman

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EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The 96th Security Forces Squadron held a tribute ceremony Jan. 28,2026, to honor the life and legacy of Staff Sgt Dianna Barcenas. The squadron dedicated a patrol boat to her name, ensuring her memory will live on as a permanent part of their Defender family.

The 96th SFS escorted her father, Gustavo Barcenas, on a sunset patrol, Jan. 28, 2026. The ride took place on the boat dedicated in her name, which now serves as a reminder of her impact on Team Eglin.  Imagery by 2nd Lt. Hannah Lancaster.