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Linda Tarango-Griess Obituary
Survivors: husband, Doug Griess; parents, Agustin and Juanita Tarango, sister, Vicky Tarango-Smith, and brother, Agustin Tarango Jr., all North Platte; aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews.
Services were Saturday, St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Hastings. Sutton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Linda Tarango-Griess Memorial Fund, General Delivery, Sutton, NE68979; or funds have been set up at either Sutton State Bank or City State Bank, both Sutton.
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Memories and Condolences
for Linda Tarango-Griess
Charlie Gili
November 20, 2020
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Linda Ann Tarango-Griess US Army Sergeant 1st Class.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Eric Johnson
November 9, 2017
I proudly display the flag given to me by my father, a veteran himself, that flew in a traveling memorial in Colorado back in 2006. The flag honors both SFC Tarango-Griess and Sgt Jeremy Fischer. The bracelet in the foreground memorializes PFC Tyler Mackenzie of Colorado, a former student and athlete I was fortunate to know. I thank them all for their sacrifice and as we approach Veteran's Day this weekend, we remember them and all the others that gave all to protect our way of life.
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Jennifer Washer
May 29, 2017
Maggie in jersey
Jennifer Washer
May 29, 2017
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Jennifer Washer
May 29, 2017
Maggie in jersey
Jennifer Washer
May 29, 2017
Jennifer Washer
May 29, 2017
My daughter's select softball team, the NE Quakes Prime 16U, are wearing jerseys at a Memorial Day tournament in Kansas City that honor fallen soldiers. My daughter, Maggie, is playing in honor of SFC Taranto-Griess today. We remember her and thank her for her service. Maggie is humbled to wear Linda's name not only as a fallen soldier but as a fellow woman.
Dena
June 26, 2014
Hey Lin, it's been a while. I still think of you all the time. You still inspire me! Miss our chat, miss our laughs, miss the beer drinking, but mostly just miss you. Love ya! See ya later!
H. P.
July 12, 2012
R.I.P. Linda Tarango
Live good in heaven with other comrades of you who sacrificed your lives for the freedom of others.Heaven is where you belong now. You will not be forgotten. May you have an eternal life there.
Peggy Childers
July 11, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess:
Always remembering Linda. "Some gave all."
SSG Janine D'Eon 167 CSG
May 28, 2012
While we only met briefly during our time at FOB Speicher, you made such an impression on me SFC Tarango-Griess. You were a professional through and through and I admired you so much and your death hit me very hard. I think of you so often, even 8 years later, and wish you could still be with your friends and family. You will never be forgotten, even by some of us who only had the chance to meet you briefly in this life!
Peggy Childers
July 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess:
Please accept my remembrance of Linda on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.
Chief
July 11, 2011
You will always be missed.
Peggy Childers
July 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess:
Remembering Linda on the anniversary of her passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Chelae Sowl-Williams
May 24, 2010
Linda, I have been thinking of you lately and the time when I was doing my AT in Hastings and the long rides we used to take to Lincoln. I was inspired by you in those two weeks to be a better soldier because you showed me that there are still some good leaders who genuinely care for their soldiers. You will forever be missed by this soldier.
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
April 16, 2010
Linda,
Another birthday that can't be celebrated with you and it breaks my heart that you are not here with us.
The pain of losing you never goes away I just hide it from the people around me. My comfort is knowing that you are with Julie, Tony, Grandpa, and Lee and that someday I too will be with you again.
Love you,
Aunt Terry
November 8, 2009
Linda, we miss you so much I think of you everyday and miss you, wish you were here with us, you are so missed.
Love you
Your cuz Olivia
Linda Brodine
November 7, 2009
Today I am working on a slideshow of Nebraska KIA's for our annual all school Veterans Day program. I wanted to sign the guest book and assure you that Sgt. 1st Class Linda Tarango-Griess will be remembered by all of us on November 11.
Sincerely
Kenna Larra
September 28, 2009
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Dedication Sign in gym at LSA 3, COB Speicher, Iraq.
Anthony Kirkpatrick
September 7, 2009
I saw the sign shown in the picture I have added to this entry in the LSA 3 gym at COB Speicher. Could someone please direct me to more information on Linda? My email is [email protected]. I would like to share it with the group that is here now.
Tony
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
July 16, 2009
Linda,
Saturday it was five years since we received that call that devastated the family. I have cried so many tears since that day. You are in my heart and thoughts every day. Some days I sit and think of all the things I taught you and experienced with you and my heart becomes so heavy I wonder how I will go on.
When we lost Antony four-years after your death I again experienced a loss that took another piece of my heart but I found some comfort in knowing that because of your love for him you and Julie where there to walk him home.
Someday I will again see your lovely smile along with Julie, Antony, and my beloved father but until that day I will miss you.
Love,
Aunt Terry
One of the photos Linda emailed me while she was in Iraq.
Linda Hernandez
July 11, 2009
Te quiero prima.
Linda Hernandez
July 11, 2009
Linda here it is five years after you left us and reading about you still brings tears to my eyes and a lump to my throat. We haven't forgotten about you Linda. You're still one of my heroes. Early in life you really were my inspiration and I was amazed as to how much of a good person you were and how successful you were in your career. Thank you Linda for your service to our country and for your bravery. I love you Linda.
Peggy Childers
July 11, 2009
To the family of Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess:
Linda 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
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
April 14, 2009
Linda,
Today is your birthday and how I wish you were here. I know God had a purpose for taking you home but I wonder if he knew how much the people who knew and loved you would miss you.
I miss you so much and the pain of knowing I can't touch your lovely face and see your beautiful smile is something I deal with every day.
The one thing that gets me thru each day is the knowledge that you loved me as much as I loved you.
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
July 11, 2008
Linda,
Today is four-years since you left us and the pain is as sharp as the day we were told you were gone. I think of you every day and my heart hurts to know that I can't touch your beautiful face or see that beautiful smile.
Know that I love you and will some day be by your side. Until then I walk with God as he helps me with my pain.
Love you,
Aunt Terry
In Memory of Linda Ann ~ (Debra Estep)
July 11, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
I did not know Linda, but I am remembering
her service. She is my hero. !
Eternal rest grant unto Linda, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace. May Linda's soul
and the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
May 25, 2008
To Doug Griess and The Tarango & Griess Family's and Friends
YOUR LOSS is The Great State of Nebraska's & America's as well.
I want to take the time to send a few words and Let you know Sgt 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess is remembered as a Hero and you are as well with Prayer for your Loss..
May your Memories with her and of her help to comfort you along with God's care. And be passed on to her other family members..
There just is no word's to take away the loss you feel, for that I am sorry...
I thank you for America's freedom and mine and my families because of men and women like your Linda.
God Bless and Keep You in His Peace during these times of Great Loss.
Doug THANK YOU for your dedication and service.. AS WELL AS YOUR WIFE'S...
-
The Family Lines of Lt. Presley Neville O'Bannon (A Marine who Raised the first American Flag on Foreign soil, Shores of Tripoli Hero) Proudly Salute: Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess, YOUR & one of Our Special Gold Star Hero's, from Nebraska who gave her all and then gave more! For her extream service and bravery She stands as an Exceptional Woman ... Bless those she served with ..
As Her Fellow Comrades and Husband Stand Guard, Protect and Bless them Lord.
Proudly a Wife and Daughter of Ret. Navy men
Proud sister, cousin, grand daughter, niece of many that have served...Always a Cornhusker!
Rev. T. O'Bannon Brod
(Proud to be from, NE)
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
April 14, 2008
Linda,
Today I woke up thinking of you and missing you. I can't believe another year has gone by without you. You are always in my thoughts and you will always hold a special place in my heart. I look forward to the day that I will see you again.
Love you,
Aunt Terry
vicky smith
April 14, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LINDA!!!!! You would have been 37 years old today hard to believe its going on 4 years in july since ur death. You are deeply missed. Luv ur baby sis. Vicky
April 13, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt 1st Class Tarango-Griess!
Tom Foushee (CW3 Retired)
March 1, 2008
I met SFC "T" on July 10, 2004, while she was in Balad, Iraq. I ask her if she would take a repair part back to Tikrit, for a unit that needed it, when her convoy headed back. She asked me about the job I was doing. I told her about the role of a TACOM LAR. She was very interested in the Supply LAR side. I contacted the LAR, in Tikrit, on 11 Jul 04, to ask if he had gotten the part from her and he told me her unit said that she's no longer with us. Although I only got to meet her for a brief moment in time, she left a life-long memory that stays with me today. I'm on my third trip over to Iraq and I always find myself remembering SFC "T". She is and always will be a "HERO" to me.
CW2 Joseph T. Cook
January 15, 2008
I had the honor of working with Linda in Honduras. She was a wonderful person, and a true professional. It is always a tragedy to lose an American life, but it seems especially tragic to lose such a wonderful person. May God be with all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Olivia Guerra
July 30, 2007
Linda was my cousin, and she is missed by all of her family, she was a very brave woman, and she had a very kind heart, she is missed by all of us.
We loved her so much, and very proud that she was protecting our country.
Althea
July 27, 2007
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss of your HERO. As I read all the names of the men and women that gave their lives, it hurts me to see that so many peoples lives have changed. Your young lady is HERO. He will be remembered. May God comfort you and yours during your time of sorrow.
Gary Allain
July 16, 2007
Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
vicky tarango-smith
July 11, 2007
Wow its been tree years today. How time flies. Some people say time heals all wounds. Well I guess that three years isn't enough time to heal my wounds. I miss you so much everyday and mom and dad miss you teribbly. We will be making a trip to Sutton to visit your grave site this weekend I hope your blowing in the wind gor all of us to feel you. LOve you lots. Your baby sis, Vicky
July 11, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt 1st Class Tarango-Griess and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses her! May God bless all of you!!
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
July 11, 2007
Linda,
It's three years today that you left us and still my heart hurts for you.
This morning I held your picture in my arms and I felt you there in my heart. Never does a day go by that I don't think of you.
Every time I read about a unit that has come home I cry. I cry out of happiness for those that came home to their loved one and I cry for you and the others who never returned.
I was blessed to have you in my life and I keep my memories and love for you in my heart until I see you again.
Love you!
Aunt Terry
Linda Flannery
June 8, 2007
Remembering and honoring one of America's brave young women. May your family find comfort in their loving memories, and know that all of America shares in their sorrow.
You are not forgotten. My flag flies in your honor.
Adam Easley
May 30, 2007
On behalf of a grateful American family...
Thank you for your sacrifice so that others may have freedom.
CW2 Miguel Perez
May 22, 2007
I served with SFC Tarango-Griess at FOB Spiecher while she worked at the warehouse Spiecher. She was a good soldier. My condolences.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Maria Medrano-Nehls
April 13, 2007
Linda,
Tomorrow will be your birthday and I miss you so much. I wish you were here so I could hug you and tell you I love you.
Today I've been thinking of your past birthdays, like when we invited your whole 6th grade class for a pizza party at Pizza Hut (what was I thinking)or the get togethers you had when you got older. How I wish I was going tomorrow to party with you instead of leaving flowers at your grave.
I hope that God celebrates with you tomorrow and I will celebrate having you in my life for the time you were on earth.
Love you!
vicky tarango-smith
January 1, 2007
Happy New Year! Its now 2007. Wow its going on three years this coing July. Time flies, but the pain of losing you I am wondering if I will ever be able to move on. Your husband will be remarried at the end of this month and I a excited for him because I know you would be very happy for him as well.
I had a baby boy in September 22,2006 and he is beautiful. I would give anything for you to see him. He will know what a wonderful sister and person you were. I have pictures of you in his room and when im up walking the floors with him we look at yours and Julies pictures and talk about how much I miss the both of you. He smiles when he sees the picture of you n your weddingdress and me standing next to you.
I know you sent that baby my way because yu knew how long ive been trying so I thank you and god for my precious baby boy. I also know that you two are looking down on us. We love you and miss you terribly. Love your baby sis, Vicky Tarango-Smith
Garnet Jenkins
August 9, 2006
Paying tribute to Sgt. 1st Class Linda Ann Tarango-Griess, with a Multitude of Thanks for her service and dedication to our country and our freedom. Rest Well Linda, in the Mighty Hands of God and may God's Grace and comfort continue to be with her family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
Linda Hernandez
July 11, 2006
This will always be a sad anniversary date. I Miss your emails Linda. RIP. Love you
Timothy Jacques
July 11, 2006
Linda, God bless you...may be in the loving arms of Jesus.
May you have eternal friendship and love with your comrade SSGT Tricia Jameson who also passed away. You are together now...we'll all be someday.
I'll be seeing Tricia's grave soon. I'll pray for you.
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
July 11, 2006
Hi Linda,
It's two years today and the pain is as sharp as it was they day they told us you were gone.
Today I woke up and thought about the beautiful little girl with the curly hair, big eyes, and big smile that we all loved. I thought about the day you came to live with me, Fred, Scott and Jeff, your first day at a new grade school, and your first birthday and Christmas with us. I thought about all the softball games I roasted at to cheer you on, and all the nights I wondered why we encouraged you to play the saxaphone.
I smiled when I thought about all the talks we had, the fun we had looking for the right outfit for your first date, the right prom dress and the right wedding dress.
I remember holding you tight when your first true love broke-up with you and telling you someone better would come along and he did.
But most of all I remember hugging you tight the last time I saw you, scared that it would be the last time I would see you, but saying all the comforting things I know you needed to hear. I told you that I loved you and to come home safe because you where taking a piece of my heart with you. But you didn't come home safe and you took a part of me with you...but I know you will keep it safe until I see you again.
Love you,
Aunt Terry
Michael Stineman
July 11, 2006
I will never Forget!! Miss you!
John Inthavong
July 10, 2006
Thanks for all your help and understanding while working together at the Warehouse, you are missed and will not be forgotten.
Christina Aulner
July 9, 2006
Two years ago and it still feels like yesterday that you were standing in front of the platoon. I want to thank you for believing in me and making me a better soldier. You are in my thoughts every day and I will never forget what you have sacrificed for everyone in the united states.
Scott & Rachel Nehls
July 8, 2006
you are thought about, and missed everyday!!
Love you always, Scott & Rachel Nehls
Belinda Harris
July 5, 2006
I have always meant to write a tribute to Linda. It's always been too painful to do. She was the first person to welcome me to the Nebraska Army National Guard when I moved to Nebraska from Ohio. I couldn't have asked for a better friend or platoon sergeant. Linda was beautiful inside and out. Every time I see her picture, I feel the pain of her loss again. I was fortunate to meet Linda, her relatives and many friends. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I try to be the kind of soldier and person Linda would have wanted me to be. She was a great mentor to me and I will always miss her. I'm grateful she shared her friends and family with me. May her family and friends take comfort in their memories of shared experiences with Linda.
Glenda Nesslein
July 2, 2006
Linda,I miss you everyday, i think about you every day and every night. I know time heals, but i don't know how much time it takes, to heal a broken heart. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. Your cousin glenda
Leonard Bergantzel
June 30, 2006
Linda we had a good AT in Italy you will be missed in our company
SFC Bergantzel Lincoln Ne
Vally Jo Robinson-McDonald
June 30, 2006
Hi Linda! I know it's been 2 years already, but I still reach for the phone to ask a question and then remember. As you know I am still running cause I feel you laughing from above!!!! Thank you for everything and continuing to watch over us all. We love and miss you with all our hearts-Vally, Rod and Jr. :0)
Jamie Hanway
June 30, 2006
We will miss you and will never forget you.
Linda Hernandez
June 28, 2006
Linda I am proud to say your name. Thank you for being the person you were while you were here with us. I didn't see you much, but the times I had seen you were enough to know you were a great person all around. You're just as great as an angel in Heaven I'm sure. I say your name every night during prayer; asking God to Bless Your Soul, as you are present at His table.
It's sad to remember that day I returned from vacation and learned that you were gone.
God Bless you and your Family
vicky tarango-smith
June 28, 2006
Wow two years almost has gone by but for my brother, parents, and myself it feels like yesterday. I found out last week that I am 6 months pregnant and I am very sad that my baby will not be able to meet his wonderful aunt. He or she will know about her and her sacrifice for this country. We love and miss you so much Linda. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers. Love Your baby sis, vicky tarango-smith
Olivia Guerra
June 28, 2006
Our family misses Linda so much, she was very kind and funny, she is missed so much we think of her all the time. Her cousin Olivia Guerra
Maria Medrano
June 28, 2006
Linda's family would like to thank all of you who shared our grief and helped us to get thru one of the toughest times of our lives. We will always think of Linda with a smile on our face and pain in our hearts.
Linda's Aunt
Maria (Terry) Medrano-Nehls
Linda Flannery
June 16, 2006
I did not know this exceptional young woman, but I share her family's sorrow for their loss.
May you find comfort in your memories of Linda, and know that all of America thanks you for your sacrifice.
She will always be remembered as our national Hero.
My flag flies in her honor.
Mom of 2 Marine sons and widow of VietNam Army Ranger.
Rudy Brack
May 28, 2006
As a military retiree, I wish to express my sympathy to the friends and family of Sgt 1st Class Tarango-Griess who paid the supreme sacrifice for her country.
Pat Canfall
April 9, 2006
My condolences to the Tarango-Griess family. Linda may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.
SFC VINCENT ADELFIO
November 12, 2005
SFC Tarango-Griess it was a pleasure meeting you at FOB Speicher, and working with you. You will be missed...Thank you!!!
323rd Maintenance Company,
Devens, Massachusetts
Motorpool Section
Timothy Anson
June 13, 2005
SFC GRiess we all still miss you !!
thanks for being their !!!
(retired)Sgt TIMOTHY P ANSON
Mess section
1/167 CAV
Nebr. Army Natl Guard
Lincoln
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