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for Julian Woods
Charlie Gili
June 27, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let your family and friends know that we are sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Julian Woods US Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd 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 and 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
Cynthia Richardson
December 26, 2020
I was thinking of you. Teary eyes and all
Suzanne Magish
July 4, 2019
Julián, I Remember YOU! I can still see you strolling into my classroom in your Stilwell warm ups the day of a game - all smiles and an eager openness that made my heart smile. I think of you often, Julian, and ... the tears still spill from my eyes ...
Sue Magish
Blessed teacher for having the honor and privilege of once calling you one of mykids.
Patrick Link
July 3, 2019
You are not forgotten! Although we didn't serve together, we were brothers. We wore the same cloth and fought for the same values. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. I will forever remember you and what you have given to make this country, and this world a better place.
Leon Easterling
August 16, 2017
Little bro I just wanted to say I love you and miss you I think about the goods times everyday and I promise to make sure the world remember your life was special love you always 10 down 4 up. I know you proud of what we are doing in your name so make sure you keep watching over us and continue to be our Shield...
Suzanne Magish
May 30, 2016
Julian, I think of you so very often ... the tears still roll down my face when I do ... even at the oddest of times ... But especially on this day ... Memorial Day. Know that I remember you .... and love you ... And am ever thankful for your sacrifice. Honor ... Salute ... Respect ...
HM1(FMF) Jonathan Negron (FMSS 03010)
May 29, 2016
Julian is never forgotten. Rest in peace brother.
Ron Dailey
October 15, 2013
Julian,
I think of you every year since that day. I will always remember playing cards and basketball with you in the BAS a few days prior. You will live in my memories and I send my love and prayers to your family. I truly miss you my friend! HMC Dailey
Brandon Workman
April 9, 2012
I remember riding our bikes to school in the fourth grade. We would always stop to wait on Julius and play basketball at his house until he came out. I moved away and lost contact but never forgot the time I had around him. He is missed by many and may he never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 3rd Class Julian Woods:
Please accept my remembrance of Julian on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 10, 2010
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 3rd Class Julian Woods:
Remembering Julian 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
Dave Seamans
April 28, 2010
To the Family of HM3 Julian Woods. I would like to say that it will be a privilage next week to dedicate our next monument to a true hero. Know that Julian and his family will never be forgotten. His legacy will forever continue long after we are gone. We have a saying in the Navy "Old Salts never die they just slowly fade away". To you Julian I wait until we will meet on "Old Ironsides" and share our Navy scuttlebutt as we forever sail on heavens clouds. May God Bless You and Keep You, May He Shine His Everlasting Light Upon You Always.
In Christ Peace and Love,
March 18, 2010
To the family of P.Ofcr. Woods. First let me say I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this brave Hero.
I am organizing a Warrior Walk in Lakeland, FL on July 31st 2010 and would like to walk in honor of Pty. Ofcr. Woods. Please contact me if you would like to walk in his honor... we would love to have you.
God Bless you and your family. Your fallen angel is watching over you.
Melissa
www.warriorwalklakeland.com
[email protected]
mike fornecker
February 10, 2010
Although I have never met you, you will always be in my prayers and the prayers of others. I first learned about you from a friend named Ronald Daily, when I asked him what his black bracelet was for. He proceeded to tell me how much of an honor it was to have served with you and how he will never remove it because it keeps reminding him of your sacrifices. It has been an honor to learn of a true hero such as your self.
Kenna Larra
August 22, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Peggy Childers
November 28, 2008
To the family of Petty Officer 3rd Class Julian Woods:
Julian 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
In Memory of Julian ~ (Debra Estep)
November 14, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Julian, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
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
ALEXIS WOODS
October 22, 2008
HEY BROTHER ITS YOUR SISTER AGAIN. WE ARE GOING TO HAVE A NEW ADDITION TO THE FAMILY!!! YEP I AM HAVING A BABY! I KNOW HOW EXCITED U WERE WHEN I TOLD U I WAS PREGNANT THE LAST IME BUT IT WASNT IN GOD'S PLAN THEN. BUT I KNOW MY BABY IS IN HEAVEN WITH YOU! I AM SO EXCITED AND WISH EVERYDAY U WERE HERE. I AM HAPPY BUT I AM SAD. BUT I KNOW IT WILL BE OK. MAYBE MY BABY WILL HAV THOSE PRETTY BROWN EYES LIKE HIS UNCLE!!! :) I MISS U JULIAN. KEEP WATCHING OVER ME AND KEEP MAKING ME STRONG SO I CAN BRING THIS BEAUTIFUL BUNDLE OF JOY INTO THE WORLD. SO I CAN TELL HIM ALL ABOUT HOW IS UNCLE WAS HERO. TO THE WORLD U MAY BE ONE PERSON, BUT TO ONE PERSON YOU ARE THE WORLD!!!! I LOVE YOU!
Demitris McGhee
May 26, 2008
Seems like yesterday we were at Normandy playing around without a care in the world. I've known Julius since we were 10 or 11 years old. He was always quiet and just a good person. I'll miss you J, I'm proud of you for serving your country.
Demitris
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Petty Officer 3rd Class Woods!
April 20, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Petty Officer 3rd Class Woods and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you.
Mercedes Nunnally
January 3, 2008
Another year and another year without you. Julian I miss you so much. The holidays are always tougher to get through especially with everything being so close. But I tried my best to keep my head up and stay as strong as possible because I know that is what you would want me to do. I am trying my best and I tell my daughter about you all the time and when she is looking up and laughing we always ask her who she is talking to, suggesting that she must be talking with you and Freddie. We know that you are watching over us always and miss you so much. I love you and until we see each other again you will be forever missed. I love you cousin.
James Maroosis
November 30, 2007
Thank you Julian for being brave and doing a job most others would shy away from. You are not fogotten. It's great to see that your still being remembered 3 years later. May God Bless your entire family and all of those who have paid the biggest sacrifice.
James Maroosis
Veteran U.S. Navy
Louise Orzechowski
October 28, 2007
Today I attended a reading of the names of the fallen. I was also given a memento with Julian's name. I've read about him now and how much eveyone loved him. This touched me has made him personal to me. I mourn with you. I am so sorry for your loss. Remembering keeps him with you.
Mrs. Lane Pietrylo
October 2, 2007
Dear Woods Family,
I am befuddled and humiliated that I did not find my name in the visitor index. I am completely ashamed of myself for letting this get past me!! PO3Class Woods has been an inspiration to me ever since I heard about him on the news back in 2004. I cried while Channel 4 told his story.
Julian has been the focal point of my experience with the First Coast's fallen heroes. By his side are the Marine - Capt. Patrick Rapicault of St. Augustine, and the Soldiers - Sgt. Leon Johnson and PFC Timothy Seamans, both of Jacksonville. Of course, there are many others, all of whom can be found on this Legacy site via the search engine.
Please accept my sincere apology for failing to sign Mr. Woods' Guest Book sooner; and please accept my sincere "thank you" for the sacrifice of your beloved Sailor for our community and our country. He has never been forgotten and he never will be forgotten!
Please know that Jacksonville loves Julian and appreciates his hard work in the Navy, and that we are honored that he would sacrifice himself for all of us. He is one of our heroes and holds a special place in our hearts. You can see this by the long list of visitors who have come to this page and by the many entries on his memorial page's online card at JulianWoodsdotcom. He is a treasured man in our First Coast community.
Thank God that he and other young men and women offer themselves to our armed services, knowing that they may be among the few who are taken away from us in their youth.
May God bless the Woods family today and always in their grief and in their joy for a young man such as their Julian.
Always Grateful,
Angela Kline
August 22, 2007
Hey Julian,
It seems like it's been forever since we last saw eachother. 7 years to be exact. I think about you all the time, especially since you passed away 2 days after my son was born. You are definately somebody that I'd love for my son to look up to. You were always a great friend and will always be truely missed. Watch over us up there!
Angela Kline
(C/O 2000)
R.I.P. I LOVE YOU (WREATH GIVEN BY REGGIE CULLERS AND FAMILY)
ALEXIS WOODS
August 21, 2007
TO MY BROTHER
I OFTEN THINK ABOUT YOUR FACE, WONDERING TO MYSELF WHAT TO SAY, IF THE CHANCE WAS GIVING TO SEE YOU AGAIN, I WOULD CHANGE THE WAY WE PARTED MY FRIEND, TOLD YOU OFTEN I LOVED U MUCH, BUT IN MY HEART IT FEELS LIKE ITS NOT ENOUGH, I TRY NOT TO CRY BUT IT HURTS SO BAD, TO KNOW THAT U GAVE ALL YOU HAD. JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW I AM NOT DOING BAD, AND IN EVERYTHING I DO I GIVE ALL I HAVE. YOUR MY BROTHER WHAT MORE CAN I SAY, YOU LEFT THIS WORLD IN HEROIC WAY!
LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER
YOUR SISTER ALEXIS WOODS
CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER ME AS I LOOK UP TO YOU!
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 14, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
August 13, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Florence McSween-Elkins
July 31, 2007
To All Parents
“I’ll lend you for a little time a child of Mine,” He said.
“For you to love the While he lives and mourn for when he’s dead.
It may be six or seven years, or 22 or three,
But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me?
He’ll bring his charms to gladden you, and shall his stay be brief.
You’ll have his lovely memories as solace and relief.
“I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return,
But there are some lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I’ve looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true
And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate Me when I come to take him back again?”
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we’ll run.
We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may
And for the happiness we’ve known forever grateful stay;
But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we’ve planned.
We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand.”
I share in your loss; Proud Mother of Petty Officer 1st Class Joseph Adam McSween EODMU-11; IKA near Kirkuk, Iraq on 04-06-07
ALEXIS WOODS
December 30, 2006
WELL ANOTHER YEAR THAT I HAVE SPENT WITHOUT YOU IS ABOUT TO PASS. I CANT BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN TWO YEARS ITS FEELS LIKE YESTERDAY. I MISS YOU JULIAN. I MISS EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU. I CANT LET YOU GO. CONTINUE TO LOOK OVER ME AND MAKE ME STRONGER IN THE NEW YEAR AND I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY TO GOD FOR STRENGTH AND GUIDANCE TO A LIFE THAT I SHOULD BE LIVING INSTEAD OF THE LIFE I WANT TO LIVE. I LOVE YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING ON THIS EARTH. LOVE YA LIL SISTER ALEXIS
Colleen Moore
December 23, 2006
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JULIAN!!!!
COLLEEN MOORE
November 22, 2006
THOUGHT ABOUT YOU YESTERDAY WHEN I WAS LOOKING THROUGH SOME PHOTOS, AND I WAS LAUGHING AT THAT NIGHT I SAW YOU AT THE MOVIES. THATS SOMETHING I LAUGH ABOUT ALL THE TIME. SOMETHING ONLY ME AND YOU CAN LAUGH ABOUT. NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I GOT UPSET WITH YOU, YOU ALWAYS TRIED TO KEEP THE PEACE. BECAUSE THATS THE KIND OF PERSON YOU ARE..AND CAUSE YOU WAS SMOOTH AND CHARMING...LOL...SUCH A GOOD FRIEND YOU WERE TO ME. LOVE YOU ALWAYS...YOUR DEAR FRIEND 4LIFE
Cynthia Richardson
November 16, 2006
As I remember the smile of Julian it brings tears to my eyes...I hear his voice, and notice the smooth walk as he approached me time after time as I worked in my yard, he never helped (LOL) but that's okay just to know that I had some type of spirit about myself that he would take the time to conversate was an awesome thing. Julian is so missed we have a bond that I don't even understand there is not a day I don't think about the family (Carolyn, OJ and Alexis and Mr. Man) every time I walk into my office there I looked and see his obit, asking God to continue to give you a strenght that's not your own for this journey without the flesh, but in spirit I know he lives on...even though I'm a Southsider now apart of my heart will remain on the Westside. Love you guys!
octavius woods
November 14, 2006
i just want to thank everyone for all the commits you have made i miss my brother very much i just hope that ya'll keep his memory alive if you have a chance visit the website fallenheros and help us keep his memory alive. thank you.
o.j. woods
Garnet Jenkins
November 10, 2006
In remembrance of Petty Officer 3rd Cl. Julian Woods, on this 2nd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
May Julian, rest safely in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American hero, that shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I Pray that God's Loving Grace and Comfort will continue to be with the Woods family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice,
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
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Julian, will remain in your heart forever.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Mercedes Nunnally
August 9, 2006
Well today is August 9th and I am at work thinking about you. Monday we went to the Dedication of the Purple Heart Trail. It was crazy on Monday four of my officers asked me about you. I have your pictures on my desk and I could not figure out why on this particular day so many asked about your pictures. The thing that touched my heart the most is one told me that you are a true HERO! Well right now I am counting down my days at the SAO. I am going to school full-time, so I can hurry up and get done. So I just wanted to stop by to let you know you that you are on mind.
Alexis Woods
July 30, 2006
Julian,
Today is the day the LOrd has made for to go and be baptized in His name. I felt HIs calling and knew it is time for to go and receive God as my Father. With His blessings and HIs strength, I know Heaven will be my home and one day I will see you. Thank you for watching over me. You truely are an angel
Dr. Cynthia McGahee Richardson
June 5, 2006
My extended family, I am truly sadden but grateful that every time I get a pop up someone has signed Julian's page that he still lives on in the hearts of many. I'm grteful to have known such a fine young man...even now when I go out to cut the yard I think of Julian coming over to have small chats and share that million dollar smile of his (although he has never asked to assist me, LOL) I truly miss him and think of you all the time, Alexis I pray for you constantly that the memories of Julian will always fill the place where emptiness resides, even times when we have Christ we feel lonely when we lose a loved one, but remember God will never put no more on you then you can bear. Carolyn, I think of you constantly I have Julian's newspsper article hanging in my office it is such a conversational peice, especially to the young...telling them no matter how young or old you are you can leave this earth at anytime, what matters is the way you live, respect and treat others while you are breathing and then sometimes I would pull Julians registry and show what a legacy he left. YOU MUST BE THE PROUDEST MOM OF ALL.
MONIQUE MAURICE
May 30, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Michael Byrne
May 29, 2006
As an active member of the U.S. Navy. I am constantly reminded of the dangers, the sacrifices, and hardships we all endure, but every single person that pays the ultimate sacrifice upon the altar of freedom that we as Americans enjoy every day, I am both saddened and supremely proud of their great love for country and humanity. To you that are survived my heart and unending gratititude go out to you, and although I never knew your son, I do know that he is a real HERO!
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 14, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Woods family in the loss of Julian. I did not know Julian, 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. Julian it has been 17 months since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you.
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~
Mercedes Nunnally
April 11, 2006
Hey Juju Bee. Well I am sitting at work and you have been on my mind constantly. Yesterday I was riding down lane ave and I just started thinking about so much and you. Hey I have your pics and my desk and all the officers ask how I know you and the other day I didn't answer and Mrs. Barbara said that's her cousin. It use to bother me so much when people ask about you but now I can put a smile on my face and say that is my cousin and continue with what I was doing. It has taken time to get to this point but I have finally concluded that you are always with me no matter what. Well I guess I will go for now talk to you later.
Pat Canfall
April 3, 2006
My condolences to the Woods Family.
Thank you Julian for giving the ultimate sacrifice. You have made this world a better place for all Americans. So rest in peace, because you are one of God's Angels, and have earned your halo and wings.
Alexis Woods
March 6, 2006
Hey Big Brother
This is your sister. Many days have passed me by and you know my pain. I miss you dearly and often dream of you and talk with you and i know you will never leave me. I miss that closeness that we had and I guess that why its hard for me. You know I cant express to anyone how I really feel except for you. Its not the same. When I send you an email I am used to you responding back. Mant days I go online and wonder why I have no reply. At least I know that my last words to you that I love you. With that in my mind I can rest. Tavia got married today. All the kids are getting big. Your nephew is one now he so bad!!!But I cant question God and I wont but I am trying to better myself like you asked and I am doing a good job. Dont have any kids and I am not out there. I am just being me so you know its all good. I wish I could see your face. I love you Julian and I miss you so much. My heart is so broken but I try to be strong for mom, I just cry myself to sleep at night cuz I am just so torn.I can say I miss you over and over again but I will still feel hurt. When I pray to God He brings comfort to my soul. Some many things in life I have yet to do. You will always be loved in my book and you will always be missed. I hope when I get to heaven I find you so I can sing to you Melodies from Heaven to you like we did in JAM at Bethel when we were little, how i miss those days. Maybe if we get to have a prom all over you might let hang out with for more than 30 mins!!! Those things make me lauh. I knew by wrtitng you it would turn my tears into pearl. I love you Julian. Love Always as you would call me Spoiled lil sister aka Brat!!! Miss You
Mercedes Nunnally
March 3, 2006
Just wanted to stop bye because I had nothing to do while sitting at work and you were on my mind. So I decided why not write. Well everything is going ok here we are still having our weary days of dealing with the lost of such a loved family member. But hey we know that you are always looking down at us smiling. Hey tomorrow is JJ's bday party. Oh he walked for you and his uncle Jarrod last saturday. Auntie Carolyn have your pic on her necklace and while he is standing in his position to walk he always grab the necklace. This is too cute. Well I am out just wanted to write what was on my mind. Love you. RIP JuJu Bee
Derek Parsons
January 8, 2006
To the Woods family it hard to belive that it's been over a year now that Julian is gone. Oj I know what it's like to lose a brother I had lost mine two days after christmas in 04 it was hard and hurt so much i know the pain that u went trough i stop by and see Julian every time i go my brother.In closeing Woods family ur in my heart and praier every day
Colleen Hancock (Prom Date)
January 3, 2006
TO JULIAN AND MY GRANDFATHER WHO NOW ARE IN A FAR BETTER PLACE!
Gone But Not Forgotten!
Yet, Resting in a better place.
Though I miss your presence...
I know I'll see you again someday.
Now your with the Lord,
Finally your at peace.
I just hope when I get there...
you will remember me.
I miss you, I do..
but I wouldn't want you to suffer too.
So I've accepted the fact that the Lord is going to take care of you.
You've done so much good here and changed so many lives.
And we will never forget that and the sparkle in your eyes.
Thank you Jesus!
Because you walk in righteousness
I will also walk.
Because you speak in righteousness
I will also talk.
Because you are so kind,
I will be so nice.
And Because you are a so forgiven,
I will forgive more than twice.
Love you always! It's been a whole year and I miss you both. I'm so anxious to be at home...this world can be too much at times.
Colleen Moore-Hancock(Prom date)
January 3, 2006
I just want to start off by telling you all, that you all are still in my prayers. I live only 3 to 5 minutes away from ya'll and it's hard riding pass your house. I'm married now, and I have 2 kids. But I still think about Julian and me, and how sweet he was. I know I shouldn't worry, but it's hard because I have never in my whole life met someone like Julian. And I explained that to my husband. I tell him "If you just would have known...not knew of him...but known him, you would know why I cry." I know why he was so special to you Miss Carolyn, Alexis, and O.J. May God Bless You All! Love you Alexis...My Stepdad went to Fallujah Friday...please pray for him and my mom aswell. Keep God First! I'll never forget you all...just stay in the word and in prayer. That's my prayer for you all, that you never give up on the Lord! And may the lord minister much peace in your heart.
carey wilson
October 27, 2005
Hi Julian. Just writting to let know I still think about you from time to time. I lost a friend a month ago (Tiffany Zihal). I was wanting to ask will you please look out for her.Gods know got two angels. And to let you know your still a hero to me and all. If you would look down from time to time just to make sure every body is doing ok. Tell Tiff I said hey.. I miss you both
nikki/travis stamper
October 18, 2005
to the family; i just want to let you all know that we still pray for you all and now that travis is in iraq i hope you all do the same for us. i (nikki) worked w/julian long ago at long john silvers and went to school w/ him. i still think about him to this day. he was so gentle and quiet. julian fought a good fight---and won, he was a angle on earth now in heaven. julian woods-a hero.
Cynthia Richardson
September 18, 2005
Carolyn & Alexis,
How are you guys, hope eveything is well, although you haven't seen me you all are still in my prayers I know that it's hard, if I'm still dealing with it, I know how hard it is for you. Julian smile is still in the fore-front I see it just as plain as I did years ago. Be bless in the Lord.
Because of Him my Love is genuine, I love you guys.
OJ I didnt forget about you, you be encourage and take care of the ladies.
reginald cullers
September 16, 2005
hey ju ju,
it's almost been a year since you've been gone. i miss u lil bro, it's hard just thinking about my lil bro not being here. me and leon talk all the time, we just talk about the good ole days. man i love u bro, i just wish we could have had one last conversation. being in iraq is crazy. this is my second time over here and err day i just think about my lil bro(you). when i went home on r&r i took lexus out to eat with my wife and leon. it was so good to see her smile. juju i just want u to know i miss and love u and i'll always be there for the faimly. love you ju ju your friend reginald lamont cullers
Sylvia Esthay
July 20, 2005
Thank you for the sacrifice you have made for our country and freedom. I am an HM also and it saddens me every time we lose one of our own, but we have dedicated out lives to taking care of others and so many of us have made the ultimate sacrifice!
AT1 Douglas Storie, USN (Ret)
July 4, 2005
To the Family of HM3 Woods,
My deepest condolences in the loss of Petty Officer Woods. He shall be remembered for many years among our naval heros who went into harms way and paid the ultimate price so others may live.
On this day that we celebrate our nations birthday let us not forget that we, as a nation, would not be able to celebrate this birthday if it were not for our veterans, especially for those who gave all in the service of their country.
From what I've read Julian was a great guy. I would've been happy to have a corpsman of his caliber serving with me in a squadron.
May the Lord bless you Julian.
Fair Winds & Following Seas,
Norb Logsdon
May 31, 2005
To the Woods family,
I remember reading of Julian's death last year during opertions in Fallujah and thinking of the impact on his family.
I attneded the Memorial Day Ceremony at the Jacksonville Veterans' Wall last night night with my twin sons, born exactly one year to the day after Julian. They recently joined the Marines and will be going to boot camp in a couple months. There were tears rolling down every face as Mrs. Woods told us of her son the HERO. You can know that Marines treasure their 'Doc' that answers the call of 'Corpsman up'.
Julian served his country with PRIDE, DIGNITY and COMPASSION and will forever be in our hearts, minds and prayers.
Thank you for raising such a wonderful son and sharing him with all of us.
May your heart be consoled and healed, and may the memory of such a wonderful son shine brightly every day of your life!
Carey Wilson
May 3, 2005
To the Woods Family,
I am very sorry to here about Julian's death.I was a long time friend of Julian and Alexis.We all lived in the same neighbor hood.I remember over summer breaks we would go swimming and just hang out.Julian always had a smile on his face.I know he died doing what he loved.Julian you will truley be missed.
Tarah Aycox
December 15, 2004
Julian was a sweet guy. I didn't know him very well, just had a couple of classes with him and talked to him a couple of times, but he was so positive. Every time I saw him, he had a smile on his face. You don't realize how real this war on terror is until someone you know dies...it's real now. His family should be proud, he died serving his country, helping others. God bless the Woods family.
Valencia Barkley
December 13, 2004
To the Woods Family
There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said. I had the pleasure of working with Julian when he worked at Portsmouth Naval Medical Center on ward 4F, he was affecionately known as florida boy. I will forever remember his warm smile. We love you.
RIP FLORIDA BOY
Ronald and Tammy Howell
December 2, 2004
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Julian. It is a shame what happened, but the one thing that I have to say is a big THANK YOU.. He was out there doing his job and now he is up in heaven with alot of other military. My heart goes out to you and your family
niamia mccloud-robinson, SK3
December 1, 2004
TO NCC(RET) WOODS AND FAMILY, WE SEND OUR PRAYERS TO THE WOODS FAMILY AT YOUR TIME OF BRIEVEMENT I WAS READING THE NAVY TIMES AND SAW THE STORY, NEVER KNEW YOU SON BUT FELT LIKE I DID THROUGH YOU CHIEF, GOD BLESS YOU CHIEF WOODY AND FAMILY
Christina Daughdrill
November 30, 2004
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Julian and I became friends in middle school and have known each other ever since. He had a great since of humor and was a great friend. he will be truly missed.
Angela Kline
November 28, 2004
To the Woods Family:
I am so sorry about your loss. I have known Julian since middle school and he was a very good friend of mine. We stayed friends throughout high school and I haven't seen him since. I was very upset when I heard the news. He is truely a fallen hero. You are in my prayers.
An old Classmate
November 27, 2004
"We miss you and we love you!"
Kerry Wardlow
November 26, 2004
I will like send my prayers to the family and friends of HM3 Julian Woods. I was so fortunate to have worked with him in Hawaii for almost a year. He was the type of person that would not hesitate to help anybody. I will miss all the good times we spent here in Hawaii. But, I know he is watching over all of us and enjoying his new home in Heaven. RIP "Snoop".
HM2 Wardlow
Stacey French
November 25, 2004
I am a civilian Registered Nurse at Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, Virginia. I knew Julian very well, and had the pleasure of working with him while he was attached to 4F. I must say that he was a very polite, respectful, and hard-working young man. He showed much compassion for his patients. He had a light about him that would make you smile whenever you were around him. I truly enjoyed working with him and was very shocked and saddened to hear of his passing.
I, too, am from Jacksonville, and one of my favorite memories of Julian is whenever he would get ready to go home on leave, he'd jokingly tell me to come along with him. I attended Forrest Sr. High School, and another fond memory of Julian was how we would jokingly argue about which of our high schools was better. You know.....had to keep the Ed White/Forrest rivalry thing going...(smile).
My heart goes out to the Woods family. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Julian will always be remembered for all of the good things that he did during his life. You can be very proud of his accomplishments. I know I am proud to have worked beside him.....a true hero.
Melissa Merritt
November 25, 2004
Dear Woods Family,
I did not know Julian, but he graduated with my husband Stephen form Ed White. I just wanted to tell you how deeply sorry we are about his death. I wanted to thank Julian. He died serving his country and we could not be more proud. God Bless you and your family and just remember that he is looking down on you and he will help you get through this.
Stephen and Melissa Merritt
CLIFFORD DAVIS
November 24, 2004
God be with you all during this terrible time of mourning. On behalf of the Davis family, our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you. Your family's military service is at the heart of what is truly good and honorable in this country. I never had the honor of meeting Julian, but I'm sure he was just as good of a man as his brother O.J. whom we all love. Let not your hearts be troubled. The peace of The Lord be with you all.
T.S. Richardson
November 24, 2004
To The Woods Family,My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family,May God keep and Bless you all. As a Navy Veteran Myself it saddens my heart but also makes me proud that he is a member of our great organization. Fair Winds and Following Seas.(SK1/SW)1981-1990.
Angela Corey
November 24, 2004
A prayer for Alexis and Mercedes, sweet and precious ones~~and for your entire family:
"O Merciful Father, whose face the angels of thy little ones do always behold in heaven; Grant us stedfastly to believe that this thy child Julian hath been taken into the safe keeping of thine eternal love; through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Amen" ~~The Book of Common Prayer
With love and gratitude to you all for the great sacrifice of Julian, with abundant thanks for his life and for those who molded and loved him, and with sure knowledge that he is now with our God ~ I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Angela Corey
Tim Inman
November 24, 2004
Our prayers are with you.
Neil Borum
November 23, 2004
Thoughts and prayers are with you...God be with your son who gave a soldier's all.
Annie Brockington
November 23, 2004
To The Woods family,
God's children never say goodbye for the last time. My prayers are with you and your family.
Steven Rusnak
November 23, 2004
I would like to tell you and your family that they are in my family's heart and prayers. Even though we did not know him, he is a true hero in our eyes and we thank him for his sacrifice for our safety and freedom. The world needs more people like him.
God bless you and your family.
VASHTI THOMAS-GRINER
November 23, 2004
JULIAN AND I WAS FRIENDS SINCE 9TH GRADE. WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS IT MADE ME GO TO MY YEAR BOOK AT HIS NOTE SAYING HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE ME IN HIS HEART AND I WILL DO THE SAME. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND I WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. MAY GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY.
Teresa Goss
November 23, 2004
To Julian's mom.
If you could see me now,
I'm walking streets of gold.
If you could see me now,
I'm standing tall and whole.
If you could see me now,
You would know the pain is erased, you wouldn't want me to ever leave this perfect place.
Momma....if you only could see me now.
Mrs Wood, we met at the cementery today, you were so nice to give me a vase of flowers, which to me it was a privilege to take one. As mothers we can not know why things happens, but we can know that love and beautiful memories outlast the pain of grief. And we can know that there is a place inside the heart where love lives always and where nothing so beautiful can ever be forgotten. Those we cherish will always live on in memory.
Rest in peace Julian, and thank you for your ultimate sacrifice.
Anita Williamson
November 23, 2004
To The Woods family,
I remember seeing his face when he was little and I will never forget it. By me being in the Navy also he is my hero just for being there. I know he is in a safer place and resting peacefully. God bless you.
Pearline Wint
November 23, 2004
To the Bereaved Family:
Sorry for the loss of your son. But give it all to Jesus he will take care. I will not tell you do not cry because that is a mother's priveledge. I have mine in Iraq and I am constantly praying. My prayers go out to you and your family. (A mother's love)
Mercedes Nunnally (cousin)
November 23, 2004
Only for my loving cousin. Ju Ju Bee I will miss you. Julian no one will ever know the many obstacles you have over come. And Julian as I sit here today and think about you I am glad to say you have conquered your last obstacle. This obstacle has led you into the Gates of Heaven! Julian I will miss your phone calls from Hawaii at 3:00am like no one ever goes to bed! But you know it's ok you can still call me whenever you want. Anytime is fine. Julian I will continue to do my best in school and when it's all over I will say this is in honor of My Hero, Julian Woods. You know what Julian times are different now but we will be ok. Julian it going to be hard because Thanksgiving is a couple of days away and it was this time last year that we were all together,and all I can say is that you told us you would see us in November. Julian I am glad that we have been able to see you. Julian we have all been talking about all the memories we have shared and everytime your name is spoken a smile is with it. Hey, Julian Isreal is so precious. Man, she looks just like you. When I look at her the only thing I can say is look at my cousin. Well cuz I will be back later to talk to you. Julian I know you are walking with me every step of the way and I thank you. I Love you. I'll see you later.
Jeania
November 23, 2004
May God bless your family during these troubling times. Remember, Julian now has his wings. He is truly A HERO! Your family and friends are in our prayers.
Carolyn Hunter
November 23, 2004
From one Corpsman to another, May you rest in peace! God Bless you, I shed tears for you and I don't even know you. You died honerably and now may you rest in eternal peace.
Diane Payad
November 23, 2004
To Julian's family,
I had an English class with Julian, he was quiet at first but once you talked to him, friendly and always smiling. You have every reason to be proud of him and his accomplishments, he was an amazing person inside and out, but very humble and grounded. Everyone here locally and out to seas will always remember what he did for us and for you. God Bless your family.
William Hopkns
November 23, 2004
To the Woods Family.
My thanks to Julian for the freedom he paid for most dearly. I know that you are in anguish at this time. My prayers tonight will ask God to swiftly diminish your sorrow, while recalling the best of Julian's life.
Richard Tisdale FCCS(SW) USN, (Ret)
November 23, 2004
To the Woods family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Julian. May God keep you in this time of sorrow. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your path. God bless.
Thankful citzen WM Raines Class of 1969
November 23, 2004
To the Woods Family, I do not know you are this courageous young man but my prayers and thought are with you. He was a blessing to your family in birth and a blessing to this world in death. A Hero indeed, who sacrificed his life to help others on the battlefield. A selfless individual who gave it all for the love of his country.
May god bless his soul and may your family find peace in his bravery and
and God's love.
Robert Simmons
November 23, 2004
I want to take a moment to say thanks for the sacrifice given by your son. May Jesus Christ fill the void in your hearts with his love. God bless!
Marva Hilliard
November 23, 2004
Wood Family & Friends: Know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. May God strengthen you during this difficult period.
Renee Murray Cannon
November 23, 2004
To the Woods Family
With Heartfelt Sympathy, I pray God Bless you and strengthen you during your time of loss, in the name of Jesus. Julian meant so much to so many, his country, and many abroad. His memory will always be cherished. May it bring you comfort to know that your sorrow is shared. Julian and my daughter attended Ed White together. I want to THANK YOU for your Son.
Tim Turner
November 23, 2004
We are a greatful nation for the sacrifice you and your son has made for us please know that we morn with you. May god bless you and your family at this time in your life. let be known that we love you and are praying for you GOD BLESS
Sarah Winterling
November 23, 2004
May God Bless Your Family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am so grateful for women and men like Julian who serve this country for everyone else. May he rest in peace. He is a TRUE HERO!
Greg & Regina Lyles
November 23, 2004
Our prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Make God continue to guide and bless you all. Julian is with us all as our heavenly angel, who will forever shine on us.
Greg & Regina Lyles, both serving honorably and proudly in the United States Naval Reserves.
shari hatcher
November 23, 2004
MAY GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN PERFECT PEACE.
E. Kingsnorth
November 23, 2004
A great American has passed to the other side-God Bless his family for raising such a patriot. He is a hero.
Tara O
November 23, 2004
I am truly sorry for your loss. May The Lord Jesus Christ comfort you and heal your troubled hearts through this time.
I am greatful for your son who died to protect our freedom. He will always be my hero. I come froma military family and it's hard to sit and wait for your loved ones to come home. But nothing is harder than losing your loved ones. May God truly be with you and bless you!
Hugs and God Bless.
FREDRICK MOSLEY
November 23, 2004
My heart gose out to the family and friends. I'm sorry for the lost of Julian. And want to thank him for his bravery.
Nathaniel Ryan
November 23, 2004
My prayers are with you during this difficult time. Julian and I, were classmates growing up. My best memory of Julian has to be playing basketball with him. Everyone wanted Julian on their team. Julian was a great person. A true "American Hero."
Amanda Hastings
November 23, 2004
I am so sorry about your loss, I graduated in 1999 from Ed White, and even though Julian was a year younger, everyone knew of him. He was one a kind and will truly be missed. I know not any amount of words can heal your pain, but just know people will remember Julian for a very long time. God Bless.
cecil ingram
November 23, 2004
A real hero has been taken way from this earth. He will be a hero in heaven.
Linda Shoemaker
November 23, 2004
May God comfort you during this difficult time.
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