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Christopher Hill Obituary
Christopher Kenneth Hill
Mr. Hill, age 26, of Charlotte, formerly of Moorpark, CA, died Thursday, March 11, 2004 while serving his country in Iraq.
Chris was born March 1, 1978. He served one tour of duty and was discharged in 2002, after which he joined the Army Reserve. He worked with the Honor Guard at Arlington National Cemetery and helped with the investigation at the Pentagon after 9/11.
Anxious to serve his country in its current conflict, Chris reenlisted in April 2003 and was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, based in Fort Riley, Kansas.
A funeral service to celebrate his life will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 18, 2004 at Independent Bible Baptist Church, 17025 Lancaster Highway, Charlotte, NC 28277, officiated by The Reverend Jason Coley and The Reverend Jeremy McCarver. Interment will follow at Crown Memorial Park in the Garden of Honor with full military honors. The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at Independent Bible Baptist Church from 6 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
Survivors include his wife Cheryl Cope Hill, and his daughter, Cierra Nicole Hill, both of Charlotte; his parents, Kenneth and Adrienne Hill of Moorpark, CA; maternal grandfather, Charles Isbell of San Dimas, CA; paternal grandmother, Marlys Hill of San Dimas, CA; one sister, April Samprone and husband Joey of Mesa, AZ; one brother, Ryan Hill of Moorpark, CA; and in-laws, Douglas and Chris Cope of Charlotte.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Cierra Hill Foundation in care of Cheryl Hill, 147 Orchard Circle, Charlotte, NC 28217.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Crown of Life Funeral and Cremation Service, Pineville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Hill
1SG Michael Greenwalt (Ret)
May 27, 2024
A terrible loss for the Iron Rangers, the Army, Family, and friends. Gone but not forgotten.
March 1, 2016
Hey y'all it's Cierra thank you for your help and love towards our family I'm fine and so is my mom.
Patricia Hill
August 30, 2013
It's been awhile since I last saw you. I was four the last time I did, and i will never forget the day i found out you where gone. I think about you quite often and wish things could be different. But i know you are in a better place now. Love and miss you!
July 5, 2013
Still not forgotten. We will forever be grateful for your service and sacrifice.
March 14, 2013
Wow! Its already been another year, a year of tears, a year of memories, a year to embrace our Chris forever and ever! xo Mom and Dad
Peggy Childers
March 12, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher K. Hill:
It has truly been my honor to sign Christopher's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Christopher will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Rob Douglas
May 18, 2012
Gone but not forgotten bro, you were a great friend and brother, its taken me sometime to come to grips with that day, your memory will always live on your brief life impacted me tremendously, I remember the day me you and Kegley met, you looked out for me as if we known each other our whole lives, I'm thankful for those good times playing football in front of the barracks, me borrowing your truck..lol and just being a great battle buddy please continue to cover my six from above and Kegley's as well I know he misses you more than words can say, just know I try to live my life as you would if you were here and to not waste a minute of it.........til we meet again BRO, Semper Paratus!
Mom Hill
March 18, 2012
Dear Chris - I miss your smile, and your love for life! Your sensational spirit lives on in Cierra!!l love, your mom xo
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2012
March 11, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher K. Hill:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."
S. Allen
March 11, 2012
Never Forgotten Spc Christopher Hill. May God be with your family and watch over them. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Mom Hill
March 13, 2011
Chris ~ We miss you so much! We love you so much! Cierra is so you....so much loving life! She talks about you all the
time....xo mom and dad
Peggy Childers
March 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher K. Hill:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
SGT Ski
March 11, 2011
11 March 2011 - You are not forgotten...it seems like only yesterday...
S. A..en
May 31, 2010
Never to be forgotten an American Hero. Thank You.
Peggy Childers
March 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher K. Hill:
Remembering Christopher on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Ian Ricci
March 10, 2010
6 years tomorrow my friend!
Its been 6 years and still feels like yesterday.
Hill you are NOT forgoten. I have said it before and will say it again this year, I cant wait to be able to stand side by side with you and Ssgt. Dunigan again.
God bless......Blue 2 REDCON 1.
Kenna Larra
November 12, 2009
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S. Allen
May 24, 2009
Never Forgotten.
Peggy Childers
March 11, 2009
To the family of Spc. Christopher K. Hill:
Christopher gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Ian Ricci
March 5, 2009
Hill, where do i begin this year? i have a great new job working with veterans everyday! its great, i find myself talking about you two all the time!!! A big hello to you also Ken and Adrian... you both have had such an impact on my life and i am forever we meet!!!! God bless you.
Chris, thank you for everything. you will NEVER be forgotten
Adrienne Hill
February 9, 2009
My son Chris ~ Its so hard to believe your "heaven date" of 5yrs. is just next month March 11th! My
days now, are like my days then....at
times uplifting, then at times very
deep in sorrow. I know as your mother its okay whatever my days are.....however, I try so hard to keep
my chin up and listen to what God
wants me to do that day. I'll miss you forever....my mother memories
of you is what keeps me going. Cierra is such a beautiful little girl! She has your smile, humor and laughter~ Cheryl is a wonderful wife,
mother and daughter-in-law to us.
Love, Hugs, and Kisses ~ your mom
Great smile!
December 24, 2008
Meg May (Wikary)
December 24, 2008
Hey Chris, about time I came back and talked to you. I just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas! I know you are watching over all of us down here. I sure do wish you were still here. Miss you. Well, we are moving to Fort Bragg and once I get a chance to go through all of my pictures, I will have to post some up on here of you from way back in the day. Good and Great times. May you rest in peace forever. Love ya
Jerry Pera
November 27, 2007
I served with Chris in Iraq. And the day he left us to a new mission in heaven is a day I will never forget. He always knew how to get us to laugh. Always a positive outlook on life, and an inspiration to me. You will be missed Chris.
August 1, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Garnet Jenkins
March 11, 2007
In Remembrance of Spc. Christopher K. Hill, on the 3rd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Christopher Rest Safely in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Hill family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1-2
I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of Caring and Support that surround you each day, as this Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
Camie Adams
November 11, 2006
Chris.... Wow... It has taken me this long to be able to write something about the impact you left in my life. I remember when meg told me that you had left us and the tears rolling from my eyes... Chris... Surely not chris... Then alas I saw it online and I knew. You were such a great friend and mentor to me in the military. I remember the infamous drive to Fort Belvoir... Wow.. We were crazy abck then wernt we. I went down to benning as well and went to the infantry museum... Chris...Your never forgotten.. NEVER... Your daughter will know what a HERO her daddy was and I know that we will meet again when the lord calls us home... To Cheryl and Cierra... I never got the privilage to know you but I pray peace to your family and love from God to shine down upon you.
I served with Chris from 00-02 in DC.
SSG Camille C Adams
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 14, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Hill family in the loss of Christopher. I did not know Christopher, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Christopher it has been 2 years since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Jamie Graves
October 25, 2005
God Bless~ ( Jamie,Navy wife)
Kristen Massey
November 9, 2004
As a military wife myself, I can imagine how hard this is on you. My prayers are with you and your daughter. I am a member of the American Legion in Rock Hill, SC. I have been approached to ask you if there is anything at all that the men and women of Post 34 can do for you. Please email me if there's anything we can help with. God bless you.
Cheryl
March 30, 2004
Chris, thank you for you sacrifice and service. Peace be with you. God Bless You Cheryl and Cierra. From a military friend.
Greg Kitsinian
March 30, 2004
God bless the Hill family, protect them from future pain. SPC Hill, fallen warrior, your sacrifice has not gone unnoticed. I don't know you but you are my brother in arms.
CPT Kitsinian
Chris and Allison McLean
March 30, 2004
Chris was a true American hero. We thank him for all that he has done for our country. Chris is a symbol of what makes this country the greatest in the world. We thank Cheryl and Cierra also. Their sacrifice is great. We are sure that Cierra will grow up knowing how much her father loved her and how great of a man he was. God Bless you all.
Hedona Todd
March 30, 2004
God bless the Hill family during their time of berevement and may God's favor keep them now and forever.
jerome conner
March 30, 2004
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers! The Conner family would like to express our Gratitude for the sacrifice for God and Country. He will be remebered. From our family to yours!
Tony Manka
March 30, 2004
We take our freedom for granted and Chris' life was given so that gift may be given to others. there are no easy words that comfort such a loss other than to look in the eyes of your daughter and see him in her. Be thankful that for a brief moment of the time spent here and look forward to the years when you are reunited.
Kim Bainbridge
March 30, 2004
Although I did not know Chris and Cheryl Hill, my heart goes out to the family. He is truly a hero.
You have alot to be proud of Cheryl.
May God bless you and your daughter all of the days of your life. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Roger Woodard
March 30, 2004
Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice offered for freedom and love of country. Words are not adequate to express it, but please know many are grateful for you.
May the Lord God of all flesh give you comfort and strength today, and in the months to come.
Annette Cloninger
March 30, 2004
I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know first hand that losing a spouse is one of the most painful experiences you will ever have, but eventually you will be able to relive all of your beautiful memories with smiles instead of tears. You and Cierra have so much to be proud of in your husband. He was obviously a very special man. And I want to thank you for supporting his desire to fight for his country. I am very grateful to him.
Jeff Wright
March 30, 2004
To The Family of Chris Hill- I am so sorry for your untimely loss of Mr.Christopher Hill. Mr. Hill is a true American hero. Our country needs more people like him. I will pray that God blesses all of you during this time. God Bless you all! Sincerely- Jeff Wright
Keith Dixon
March 30, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family , I am a friend of Jay and will be sending you something for Cierra. God bless
Les Burns
March 30, 2004
Chris, I know what you've been through and what its like. I'm sorry for you and your family but proud that America still has people like you that are willing to fight to support freedom. I am a former member of the US Army Special Forces and I salute you and your family.
Sarah
March 30, 2004
I just saw this on the paper. I never knew Chris or his family, but my heart goes out to his family.
Cheryl and Cierra my prayers are with you both, and thanks for sharing your husband/father.
There are not enough words to say how much people like Chris means to me , fighting for Americans freedom.
May the Lord keep and bless you.
To the Hill Family: Thanks for raising your son in the absolute best way. Thanks for sharing him with all the american people.
May you feel honored for your sons GREAT job!. Thanks again, and May the Lord be with you all!
Kenneth, Estelle, Mark, Michelle and Stephen Ellis
March 30, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. May you find peace in the wonderful memories of your loved one and know just how much all of us in this country appreciated such a fine young man. Bless you all and know that your loved one is with God.
Eric Beam
March 30, 2004
"Semper Fi" Msgt E.S. Beam
ams
March 30, 2004
My thoughts are with you - Chris was obviously a very courageous guy, and a great husband, father and person.
Jennifer Fox
March 27, 2004
Chris-You are one in a million! I will never forget the way you touched me and so many others! We were all lucky to have enjoyed your smiling face and positive outlook on life. You will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with Cheryl, Cierra, and your family. We love you!
Theresa Hicks
March 26, 2004
Cheryl, my heart goes out to you and your little daughter, Cierra.Hold fast to all the good memories of your husband, Chris. The pain does get dim, but will never go away. Know that your husband died a hero for us in American, so we can be the Land of the Brave and the Home of the Free.
My son, Staff Sergeant Jason Hicks, was killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan on March 23, 2003. We just relived that in Arlington earlier this week on his anniversary date. I do not know your family, but know you are in my thoughts are prayers, as well as all the families that have lost someone. I pray for the safety of all our military daily.
Tammie Smith-Robinson
March 24, 2004
I have known Chris off and on for over four year. He was stationed in Washington, DC. My heart goes out to his wife and daughter for their loss. Chris always had a smile on his face for anyone. He always gave me a great big hug when he saw me. Just remember that he is now in heaven with those soldiers who have given their lives for out freedom. He is watching us and taking care of his loved ones from the holes in heaven.
I know that he will be missed each and every day that goes by just remember that he gave his life for our lives. There are not enough words to say thank you. Someday his daughter will grow up and be so very proud of their father.
Renee
March 22, 2004
I've known Chris for a long time and am sad to have to say farewell until we meet again...but to know is to never forget.. I loved you like family and I will miss you forever and I am so proud that you always, through everything stood up for what you believed..You my friend were never to be discouraged...Thank you Chris for being so proud of your country that you were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to see that your daughter has a safer place to live in tomorrow...WE ALL LOVE YOU!!
I never knew you Cheryl or had the honor to meet Cierra..May God Bless You Both And Keep You Always, and with his trust in your hearts he will carry you through....
To The Hill Family..God Bless You, for raising a son that not only was a good man but a true Hero..
Laurie Burdett
March 21, 2004
I don't think I've ever met a more positive or uplifting person than Chris Hill. Everyone who knew him says the same thing about him. I knew Chris when he was stationed here in VA, and I will always remember him as a happy, fun person who liked to sing and have a good time, and make sure that everyone around him had a good time as well.
Chris, wherever you are, know that you are remembered fondly and with great love and respect. I feel blessed to have known you. And thank you for serving our nation, and working to keep us safe at night - you made us proud!
Nicole Smith
March 20, 2004
I knew Chris for only about a year and a half and in that small amount of time he was such a good friend. I wish his family well and and to let them know he will be remembered and missed very much.
jim seatz
March 20, 2004
As a stranger to the family it is a privilege to say thank you for the ultimate sacrifice so that America can remain free.Warriors such as Chris gave his life to insure that we can live our lives in freedom.May God richly bless your family and comfort them in this time of loss.
Art Collins
March 20, 2004
This is a rare opportunity for a complete stranger to say "Thank you" to someone who has paid the ultimate price for our freedom and the freedom of perfect strangers in other parts of the world. I think many US citizens miss the point when one of our own goes down for the cause of Liberty. We take for granted, each and every day, those freedoms that are not a right given to us by man, but rather the rights given to us by God. Chris, like so many others, has given his life so that others might live in freedom.
I wish his family the best as they continue on, knowing that this man is an American hero.....
sheila carter
March 19, 2004
we really appreciate chris fighting for our country and allowing us to live in freedom we pray for the family/s hurt and their pain our prayers are with you and our hearts go out to you
Conrad Sutton
March 19, 2004
Thanks to people like Chris, I get up and walk outside and feel free. I smell the flowers and walk my land with pride. I am an AMERICAN.
I wish I could tell those how proud I am of them and thank them for the price they have paid.
God bless all the families of the fallen. Thank God for all his children who has to fight to make us safe.
I truley feel blessed.
Pam Howell
March 19, 2004
Cheryl,we love you & Cierra very much and my heart is with you & Cierra.I was lucky to have witnessed the love you & Chris shared and the birth of Cierra.We will be with you at this difficult time and always.Chris will forever be in our hearts.Our love to you, Chris, & Cierra.We love you and Cierra very much and are very proud of Chris.We will always be by your side. Love, Mama Pam,Amber & Nanny.
Gennairey Covington
March 19, 2004
When the joys are still remembered, but the sorrow has quietly gone, there will always be a special place in the heart where love lives on. May your special memories be comfort to you at this time.
Michael Hicks
March 19, 2004
To the family of Chris Hill, never does one stand so tall as a soldier that did fight for the freedom of this country. My prayers are with you, your family. God Bless the Hill Family and my God Bless America.
March 19, 2004
Although I did not know Chris, I went to Harding with Cheryl(I'm sure you don't remember me) and I want you to know that you, Cierra and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. Chris died doing what he loves(protecting our country) and he will truly be blessed by God because of the sacrificies he has made.
Cindy McMullen
March 19, 2004
I will always remember the photograph in this morning's Charlotte Observer of beautiful Ciera asleep on her grandfather's shoulder. Cierra should always remember her father's bravery and dedication. May she never again know the brutal effects of war and always experience peace and be surrounded by love.
Carla Hazelton
March 19, 2004
My thought and prayers go to the Hill family. Never met him or his family but they have touch my heart forever. All I can offer is this:
Happy moments, praise God
Difficult moments, seek God
Quiet moments, worship God
Painful moments, trust God
Every moment, thank God
Always in my prayers - Carla Hazelton
Tom Parker
March 19, 2004
Some how it makes sense to me that Chris will read this or know of it firsthand, so I want to tell him that this tremendous sacrafice he has made has not gone un-noticed. This unselfish act will be a daily inspiration for me and countless others to forever cherish and protect our loved ones, with all our might, as Chris has so fearlesly done.
Jeff Erickson
March 19, 2004
My prayers and sympathies are with the family. As a former Marine and father who has two sons currently serving in the military I am grateful and humbled by Chris's bravery and devotion to his family, his God and his Country.
Rahkmon Curbeam
March 19, 2004
I personally didnt know Chris; but i do know the things he seen serving his country in a foregin land. He shall be a hero and his legacy shall live on for ever in the eyes of American people and uniformed soilders, marines, airman, and sailors.
Terry Shockey
March 19, 2004
I did not know Chris but i thank God every night for brave men like him,may God bless his wife and little girl.
Semper Fi !
Jim Brown
March 19, 2004
My heart goes out to the family I pray that God watches over this family forever. I am an x-serviceman of the 1960's. Mawy God Bless this family eternally.
Sport Youngblood
March 19, 2004
I never knew Chris but I’ve heard of his kind. I’ve heard of young men who give everything for the freedoms of others. I’ve heard of young men who fight so others don’t have to. You are a true hero. You define sacrifice. You deserve the ultimate reward. I pray that Almighty God has rewarded you beyond what we could comprehend. May God comfort your family.
Sherry Leak
March 19, 2004
To The Family, God Bless You ALL in this difficult time. He is a hero in my eyes and I Thank God for him. I will always pray for you all and especially beautiful Cierra and her wonderful mother. God Bless you all again!!!!!!
Jill James
March 19, 2004
May God bless you and your daughter, Cierra. And also, you're families. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris did a good deed serving our country, God will make sure that he is blessed, and also his families, and his friends.
DEBBIE SEATZ
March 19, 2004
Chris I never met you. But my prays go to your family and I thank God every day for all the guys and girls that love our country so much they risk their lives. Thank you Chris you are a true hero. May God's love and peace surround your wife and daughter.
Erin Freeman
March 19, 2004
Cheryl, I regret that I never had the opportunity to know Chris, but he is truly a hero. I hope that during this difficult time that you are comforted by the fact that the sacrifice Chris made helped secure the freedoms we are able to enjoy each day. He is the greatest American of all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter. May God bless you.
Sherry
March 19, 2004
This is my mother's favorite poem. Although we didn't know him, we think it's appropriate for Chris and his family.
May the Lord Rise Up to Meet You
May the Wind Be Always At Your Back
May the Warm Sun Be On Your Face
Soft Rain Fall on Your Fields
Until We Meet Again
May God Hold You In The Palm Of His Hand
Barry Martin
March 19, 2004
Thank you. My prayers and sympathies are with the family. As a Retired Servicman who served in the First Gulf War I am gratefull for Mr. Hill's Bravery and Devotion to his Family and Country. His memory is Honored. This Husband, Son, and Father is a Hero whom none us can ever forget.
Tony Shannon
March 19, 2004
Respect to an American Hero. Thank you for your sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.
Rich Conley
March 19, 2004
Chris Hill will be deeply missed by his family, his community and the persons that knew him. His loss of life sends a shiver down the backs of every free American who depend on the pure bravery of men and women like him. God Bless the Chris Hill Family and know that while you may feel lonely you are never alone with a community that will stand by you for all time.
Arleen Watts
March 19, 2004
For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand; I have fought a good fight I have finished my course, I have kept the faith;, Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. II Timothy 4:6-8
Cheryl, may God continue to bless you and Cierra. Just trust and lean on God and he will see you through. I know it may not seem like it now, but brighter days are coming. I thank God for the life Chris led and the job well done. He is truly a hero in my life. Continue to trust and depend on God and this too shall get better. I love you all and my prayers are with you.
Arleen
Ean Bartholomew
March 19, 2004
We are so sorry about your family's sacrifice to keep all of our families safe.
Vanteena Polk
March 19, 2004
I just want to give my condolences to the family, and to let you know that we really appreciate our soldiers. Now he's a soldier for god and doesn't have to worry about wars or rumors of war. You are in my prayers.
Bobbie Childers
March 19, 2004
My prayers are with you. Chris will never be forgotten. He served his country well.
Jef
March 19, 2004
Like several others who signed this book, I did not know Chris Hill, but he is indeed a hero and I will never forget his sacrifice for our freedom.
elizabeth harris
March 19, 2004
I did not know Chris but I wanted to extend my thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. I read the article and moved me to tears. My husband and i have a good friend who is in Iraq serving our country as well. I have a great respect for you and all the soldiers for all you do to protect us. Are prayers and sympathies Our with you. God Bless.
The Fowler Family
March 19, 2004
To the family and friends of Christopher Hill,
Specialist Hill joins the Army of men and women who have given their lives that we may live in freedom. The gratitude that we feel for his sacrifice can not be expressed. My husband and I will teach our 2 daughters and 2 sons about his sacrifice, and we will teach them never to forget the men who died to give them freedom.
Mrs. Hill, you and your daughter will be in our prayers.
Sherry Fowler
Linda Rhyne
March 19, 2004
Thank you Chris for the ultimate sacrifice. Cheryl and Cierra, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
March 19, 2004
Thank you for being there for us!
Cindy Cope
March 19, 2004
Thank you for the ultimate sacrific in serving our country, that we may be safer than before.I love you and will miss you, I know you are in the precious arms of our heavenly father now and we will reunite again one day. We will love and WE will be there for Cheryl and Cierra. With all our love, Uncle Bill and Aunt Cindy
Carol Baksa
March 19, 2004
My heat goes out to Christopher's entire family. I cannot begin to imagine the pain you all must feel. I wanted you to know how proud I am of him. He gave his life in helping others who were not even Americans. What great love when a man gives his life for a friend? What unselfish love when he gives his life for a stranger. I wish he were here and alive but I know his actions touched the heart of God and I believe in my heart Christopher is with Him.
Alison Baucom
March 19, 2004
Thank you Chris for being brave and fighting to keep us all free. You made a huge sacrifice for this country and you will always be considered a "Hero" in all of America's eyes. Thank you for serving our country with such pride!! God Bless
Bud Casteel
March 19, 2004
I didn't know you Chris but thank God for young men like. May God bless your wife and daughter. Your devotion to your country and follow man will never be forgotten.
Kari Benge
March 19, 2004
We never know the lives that we touch, who we make an impression on. As the wife and daughter of veterans, I do appreciate our military and their families for the sacrifices made on behalf of our country.
My prayers are with your family
James Squires
March 19, 2004
May God watch over you and your daughter. Chris did his duty and we are proud of him.
Sgt. J.F. Squires USMC retired Vietnam Vet.
Raymond Suarez
March 19, 2004
I didn't know him but Chris Hill was a true American Patriot. Chris Hill has my ultimate respect and may God Bless his beautiful family. Thank You Chris for serving and protecting our country.
john hartley
March 19, 2004
I am one of probably many who only know about Chris via the news reports, but the family and all others who serve should know:
Their efforts are heroic and they will not be forgotten.
Steve Meckler
March 19, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. On behalf of me, my wife and my children I want to let you know that we consider Christopher a true hero. Words can not describe how much I appreciate the sacrifice he and your family made to provide my children with a brighter and more secure future.
Gary Stinnett, LTC US Army (Retired)
March 19, 2004
I did not personally know Specialist Hill, but had the privilege of serving with and leading soldiers for over two decades. Let me offer the following excerpt from the West Point Alma Mater...
And when our work is done,
Our course on Earth is run,
May it be said, "Well done:
Be thou at peace."
Mary R. Dingle
March 19, 2004
My prayers are with you during this difficult time in your life. Cheryl, may you and Cierra continue to be blessed in the name of Our Lord and Saviour. Always remember: 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time." May God continue to bless the entire Hill family.
Husby Family
March 19, 2004
Isaiah 25:8
He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from off all faces; and the rebuke of his people shall he take away from off all the earth: for the LORD hath spoken it.
tonia mintz
March 19, 2004
my prayers and condolences go out to the hill family. i feel that the country has lost a good soldier. but my prayers and thoughts are with you always and remember to keep your head up and remember the good times and remember he is now in a better place with no more pain and suffering.
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