Sergeant Rampersad: Hero from Ozone Park | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Sergeant Angel Rampersad, a beloved Queens native and decorated soldier from Ozone Park, died heroically in Jordan during an Iranian attack on a U.S. military base. Raised in New York by her mother after immigrating from Trinidad at age two, she was remembered as a devoted wife, sister, and dog mom — a calm, joyful spirit cherished by family and community. Her mother honored her sacrifice with pride, calling her death a fulfillment of her love for service. The Ozone Park neighborhood rallied in grief and admiration, with flowers, vigils, and plans to rename a street and school in her honor…