The late Sgt. Frank, who died in AfghanistanAug. 17, 2011 -- Flags will be at half-staff Wednesday throughout New York State in memory of Sgt. Edward J. Frank II, a former Yonkers resident who was killed last week while on patrol in Afghanistan.

County Executive Robert P. Astorino offered his condolences to the family and friends of Frank, saying, "Sgt. Frank died a hero in defense of our country. While his death at age 26 is tragic, I know his family is so proud of him."

Frank was born in Hartford, CT and grew up in Yonkers.