Michael Carnell
United States Marine Corps
Hero 2021
Marine Corps Sergeant Michael Carnell is the Spirit of a Hero 2021 Recipient. Michael is 43-years old and was diagnosed with Stage IV Colon and Liver Cancer on January 9th, 2021.
Michael has been married to his beautiful wife, Gabriella, for 14 years. They have three children, ages 6, 10, and 12.
Michael Carnell enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1998 and spent 9-years in the Marines until receiving an Honorable Discharge in 2007. During his time in the Marine Corps, he served as Anti-Tank Assaultmen and as an Intelligence Specialist.