Son of Gaffney man graduates basic training

AIRMAN MARINUCCI Air Force Airman 1st Class Jerry A. Marinucci III has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in human relations.

In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

He is the son of Brenda Castro of Main St., Wellford, S.C., and Jerry Marinucci Jr. of Dry Fork Road, Gaffney, S.C.

Marinucci is a 2007 graduate of James F. Byrnes High School, Duncan, S.C.