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for Cari Gasiewicz
Retired CW2 Sean Oliver
July 28, 2025
It's been a long time and just getting over the sad events of the past. I remember telling Cari I would see her in Kuwait as she left on her convoy and I left on mine. It was one last mission for both of us before heading home. I was devistated when I returned to base and found out about her convoy being hit. She was a great soldier and like a sister. Always there when needed. I know she is in the hearts of all those that had the honor of knowing her and serving with her. Thank you Cari for the laughs, and always being someone to talk to when times got rough. Miss you.
Chiara
December 6, 2024
Dear Cari, from what I gathered from my researches we have ancestry in common from Molise region of Italy. I am so sorry for what happened to you. I think about you and all my love to your family.
Dad
December 5, 2024
Yesterday another year has passed which now adds up to 20 years since your mother and I have last seen you. We really miss you a lot and think about you every day. Sometimes we think you are watching over us because funny things happen to us around the house, and we yell out Cari is that you playing with us. We know you and your pal Sabre are in a good spot. We love both of you and again miss you very much.
Jeff Kendrick
December 4, 2024
Today marks 20 years. One of the most genuine & caring people ever was taken to soon. Someone who no one could ever say a negative word about. Always a professional & model soldier! Cari left a positive impact on everyone everywhere she went!
I know she will always be remembered by myself & all the 202nd Bn!
Countless memories of her and Ben.. meeting her parents.. even my mother visited Cari's family during a visit to upper NY and my mother couldn't stop saying how kind Kathy & Paul were to her.
I remember being at Fort Hauchuca for BNOC and find the street sign dedicated to Cari. And the picnic area near our offices on Camp Slayer. I posted photos.
I miss my battle buddy & my friend. Miss you Kathy & Paul. Thank you for everything you did for us.
Godspeed.
José Massanet
May 22, 2024
Dear Fam. Gasiewicz:
This year will be 20 years since SGT Gasiewicz left us. The day before her departure I saw her in the DFAC. "Sir, I'm going home tomorrow". I was so happy for her. Then...I heard what happened. Due to her service, we're safer today. May her memory be a blessing to you, as we continue mourning her loss, after all these years.
CH (CPT) José Massanet
TXARNG, Ret.
Dee Rawlston (Henry)
December 3, 2023
Cari, I miss you so much. You were an amazing friend and comrade. There is not a day that goes by that I don´t think of you.
Mom & Dad
December 1, 2023
December 4, 2004....the worst days of lives. The pain is unbearable even today. All we have is the precious memories of your laugh, smile, and unstoppable love for everything. You always saw the good in people even at the worst of times. You live in our hearts forever and we will never forget the wonderful woman we knew and still love. Our hearts are still shattered. Love, Dad and Mom
Mike
March 13, 2023
I didn´t know about this site until today. I only knew Cari for a year. She was kind and a good soldier. I still feel bad all these years later. May God bless you.
Mom
December 5, 2022
Another year of missing you. So much has gone on that I know you are watching over. 4 awesome nephews, 2 gorgeous nieces, and a wonderful sister-in-law are now a part of your family. They would have loved you as much as I know you would have loved them. It hurts to know they will never know you except thru stories and pictures. Know that we all love and miss you so much.
Paul Gasiewicz
December 4, 2022
Hi, Cari another year has passed, making this now 18 years since you were taken from us. I know you are watching over us. I hope you are enjoying looking over your newborn twin nieces from wherever you are. We all miss you very much.
Mario
December 4, 2022
I cannot believe it has been 18 years. I don't think there's been a year that has passed that I've forgotten this specific date. Miss you and all our fun shenanigans while being stationed together and watching Dawson's Creek! RIP, friend.
Chiara C
April 20, 2021
Dear Cari I recently found out we had an ancestor in common, Modesto Petti from Oratino ,Molise Italy. I was looking through my genealogical tree and I found your name .I noticed your date of birth and death and I was so sad to see that you passed away so young. You served the US with courage and strenght. I am just a year younger than you. Much love to your family .
Paul Gasiewicz (Father)
December 8, 2020
Another year has passed. I can't believe how fast these last 16 years have gone by. Love you forever.
Mom
June 15, 2020
Today would have been your 44th birthday. Instead of celebrating, I am sitting here with tears running down my face and pain in my heart. I miss your always present smile, your laugh, sense of humor....I just miss you so much that at times the hurt and anger is unbearable! We lost a wonderful daughter and sister. Tyler only know you thru stories and pictures. He will never know your warmth and love. You would have been a great loving and caring Aunt. R.I.P. my beautiful, energetic Cari. Love you to the heavens and back!
Wendall Lawrence
May 25, 2020
Mom/Dad
I just found this site. Please reach out to me ([email protected]). Cari worked for me in Korea for a while. Sabre and the dog I eventually brought home (Dougie) would play together. Just want to establish contact. Wendall Lawrence
Paul Gasiewicz
December 13, 2019
15 years have passed and I think of you every day. We all miss you and I know your watching over us.
Jessica Spencer
December 4, 2019
15 years has passed. I look at the photo of us before we went to Iraq and cant believe that was even us. As I near retirement from the Army I think back often on this deployment. I even had the chance to go back to Ft Gordon and see your memorial display in the unit building. Theyve taken good care of it and the plaques outside as well. You will always be missed and in my thoughts.
Paul Gasiewicz
December 4, 2018
It's been 14 years today and it doesn't get any easier. We all miss you.
Mom
January 26, 2018
Over 13 yrs. ago you left us for what they told me is a "better place". What better place is there than to be in the throlls of a loving family? I know I sound bitter, that's because I am. I miss you so much and for some reason today the pain is stronger and has brought me to write this. Your smile, laughter, kindness and gentle manner is fading too fast from my memory but when I look up and see that beautiful face in the picture on my desk, I feel an inner peace come over me and I feel better. See, even when you are not here, a certain calmness comes over me. I love and miss you so much.
Love you to the moon and back,
Mom
Mom
December 4, 2016
Another year has quickly gone bye, the healing is getting better, but the memories are and always will be in my heart. I miss you so much and still think aout you every day. There is some much good going on in our lives. I only wish you could be here in person to experience the joy of your nephew, Tyler. He knows all about you and in few years we will take him to Fort Gordan to see the legacy you have left us all. Know I love you so much!
Love,
Jeff Kendrick
December 4, 2016
On this day every year I change my Facebook photo to Cari.
Today, Dec 4th 2016, marks the 12 year anniversary of Cari's KIA in Iraq! It was one of the hardest times in my life. Our unit was set to return home 1 month later. What made it harder was, my roommate at the time (Ben Jenkins) and myself, knew her family. They were and still are 2 of the most caring, giving people I have ever known.. it was easy to see why and how Cari was as she was.. her upbringing! Paul and Kathy were at our homecoming.. I can't even discuss the blender of emotions that I or anyone else felt!
Cari was a friend to everyone! Always smiling.. so giving of her time or anything else she had to anyone who wanted or needed someone! She invited Ben and I to her apartment for Turkey Day before we deployed.. it was there we met her family and felt like part of their family!
RIP Cari! You are missed & thought about every day!
To Paul and Kathy.. Thank you again for everything you did for us then! May God continue to Bless your family. Love y'all!
Jeff Kendrick
December 4, 2015
I don't know what to say. Today is the 11th anniversary of the tragic event. Once again I put on my mask of being OK at work and committed to the act of holding myself together.. all while I was empty and dying inside.
11 years have come and gone and I still think about you time and again. YES.. I still live in the same apartment complex you once did. I think back to when I first met you when I came back from my first Qatar deployment and only a skeleton crew Battalion was left.. all the times you, Ben and I would go to hockey games, movies, baseball games, out to eat.. being invited to your place to meet your parents for Thanksgiving before we deployed..
Or not sleeping for almost 2 days after I heard.. your memorial ceremony on Camp Slayer.. coming home and seeing your parents again.. a small group of us sitting in your apartment while your parents were being interviewed by CNN and hearing even more wonderful stories of you. How you always did everything for everyone else.. always looked out for others.. gladly putting yourself and your wants/needs on the proverbial back burner.
Not ashamed to say I have tears in my eyes as I write this.
SGT Cari Anne Gasiewicz! You were/are so beautiful.. you touched so many people.. some sadly will never have the honor or privilege of ever meeting you. I consider myself blessed to have known such an amazing selfless person, soldier, and above all, friend!
Thank you Cari! You are missed daily! We will always love you!
Cathy & Paul & the rest of the Gasiewicz family.. thank you for sharing your Cari with me and everyone. I miss and love y'all too! God Bless!!
December 4, 2015
Cari,
Eleven years have passed, please know you remain a strong and precious memory in our minds and hearts. We miss you each and every day.
Love,
Grandma Battista & Uncle Bob
Rhonda Ledesma
December 4, 2014
Dear Cari, ten years ago, I did not, could not imagine that I would be attending my youngest daughter's recital tonight. I wish you could have seen her sing. You would be just as proud of her as I am. She is quite talented and here I was expecting nothing extraordinary but in four months of training, she sings like an angel. I saw our convoy commander a couple of days ago. He has not stopped mourning for you and is still haunted by the tragic incident where we lost you. I wish I could have reached out to him and tell him that you would have never agreed to not letting go of the sorrow. That you want us to be happy. I just didn't know how to say the words without appearing shallow. Words cannot express how much I love and miss you. How I carry your guidance of goodness within my heart. I would give anything to hug you just one more time. I try not to cry and you know Cari, I am mostly successful but sometimes, the pain can be unbearable. I'm just waiting for the day that God willing, I will see you in heaven where there is no war, no strife. I love you, forever and always.
Jeff Kendrick
December 4, 2014
I have been thinking about today for awhile. 10 years. I can't believe it. And I'm crying as I write this.
Cari I know you are still in the hearts and on the minds of so many people today and everyday. Thank you for being a great friend and the kind of soldier many wanted to model themselves after.
Paul and Kathy may you and the rest of the family find peace and comfort this this anniversary and throughout the year. Thank you for your kindness and support during the deployment.. It will always be remembered.
I still live in the same apartment complex Cari did. I am thankful to gave known such an amazing person who was so kind and generous. So unlike most people today.
God Bless!
Jessica Spencer
December 3, 2014
It doesn't seem like it's been 10 years. I still wear the memorial bracelet with your name every day. I often sit around with my Soldiers and tell them our stories and watch them laugh and learn from them. My favorite ones are when we were in those awful tents in Kuwait that always leaked on us. I know it's not much, but I hope it helps keep your memory alive that you're still teaching Soldiers. May your family find some comfort during this anniversary and always.
Theresa & Robert Battista
December 3, 2014
Cari,
As our home is lit and decorated for the Christmas and New Year seasons we continue to miss you for so many reasons. We rely on the good times with you to keep you close in our heart, even though we are so apart. Merry Christmas and love always!
Grandma Battista & Uncle Bob
Mom
December 1, 2014
December 4th, the 10th Anniversary of your death. It is a very difficult and emotional time for Dad, Paul and myself. We miss you so much that the aches in our hearts have not lessened over these 10 yrs. We can still remember that fateful night as if it was yesterday. So much has happened in these years both good and not so good. One good thing that did happen is your beautiful nephew, Tyler. Dad, Paul and I talk about you all the time. We want him to know you as we did. He recognizes your picture and seems to think that when something "strange" happens that it is you letting us know you are okay! LOL!
If I was given one wish, it would be to hold and tell you I love you one more time....I know that will never happen but soon enough we will be reunited again.
Love you to the moon and back!
Charlie Gili
June 2, 2014
Hello,
I just wanted to let you know that we had a flag and a picture of Cari set out on our "Field of Flags" in Brooklyn, NY on both Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day Weekend, as our tribute to her and NY's other fallen heroes. We have been doing this since 2008 and we just wanted to let you know about it. May God bless you and keep you strong. Respectfully submitted On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign.
May 31, 2014
Cari, for the last fourteen years your mother and I have been taking very good care of your best friend Sabre. She was your close friend in Korea where you found her. This morning Sabre has left us to be with you again.
She lived sixteen years four months on this earth. It was very hard for your mother and me to let her go since this was our last link to you. We know this was the best for her, Sabre is at peace now. I can see you two back together again sitting around drinking your beers.
Dad,
December 5, 2013
Nine years have gone by, nine years of missing you each and every day. Our family has changed so much over the years. So many new additions who will never have the pleasure of meeting you. We will ensure your life & legacy are known to them through stories and pictures. As we visit you and grandpa we cry, pray, and kiss your vault in the hope you know we are there and miss you so much.
All our love to you this holiday season.
Grandma Battista & Uncle Bob
December 5, 2013
Nine years of heartache, nine years of missing you more & more each day. Our family has changed over the years, but our love for you never will. As we look through photo albums we beam with pride looking at your pictures with the Iraqi people and children. So many new additions in our family for whom you have not met, but rest assured we will bring your legacy and life to them through stories and pictures.
Continue to rest in peace.
Love,
Grandma Battista & Uncle Bob
Cheryl McKnight
December 4, 2013
Never forgotten.
Andy Dermanoski
December 4, 2013
We'll never forget.
Cheryl McKnight
May 27, 2013
Blessings
Jeff Kendrick
May 1, 2013
It was about 10 years ago that I returned from my Qatari deployment and first met Cari Gasiewicz. I would say that me, my roommate Ben Jenkins and her had a close and special friendship; the 3 of us would do so much together.. go out to eat, go to movies, or spend time at her apartment watching movies. She even invited us to her place for Thanksgiving and we met her parents, Paul and Kathy. Her parents made us feel like we were family. She was an amazing person and friend.. she was always so kind and polite to everyone.. she would restore anyone's faith in humanity! Sadly she was taken from us all too early, on December 4, 2004 in Iraq. One of the saddest and most somber moments was after we returned from Iraq and met her parents at her apartment to get some of our belongs we stored there.. we sat in a bedroom while her parents were being interviewed by CNN and sat in tears while we listened to the heartbreak. Anyone who served with the 202nd MI BN since 2003 either knew Cari Gasiewicz personally, at least heard her name or since early 2005 knows the Deuce Headquarters is named after an outstanding and exemplary soldier! What people may not know is that since 2007, I have been living in the same apartment complex that Cari lived in.
The reason I wrote all that is because when I went to pay my rent today I thought of Cari. I realized that it was 10 years ago from this time (April/May) that I first met her and this December will be 9 years since. Anyway, as I was walking back to my apartment I started crying.
Cari, Thank you for being such a great friend and fellow soldier! Please know you touched so many people, even if you didn't know them or they didn't get the opportunity to know you personally. Rest In Peace and know you are now and will always be remembered and cared about.
Paul and Kathy, Thank you for all the kindness and support you gave over the years, and also thank you for meeting my mother when she was in your area. I remember her saying what I already knew, how polite and friendly you were. May God continue to bless your family!
Charlie Gili
April 11, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Gasiewicz Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
March 17, 2013
On the 10th anniversary of this war, I would like to take time out to give my thanks to Cari for her service and sacrifice for this Nation. She will forever be remembered for her service and sacrifice. And she will forever be remembered for the wonderful young woman she was.
Dad
October 11, 2012
Well you were honored again tonight. Depew High School Alumni had their first annual Wall of Fame and you were one of the inductees. Your friends and family were there to see this honor. Your mother and I are very proud parents. We miss you very much and wish you were with us in our daily lives.
August 27, 2012
Well my beautiful daughter, today is not your birthday nor the anniversary of your death but I felt your strong presence today and just needed to write that I love and miss you deeply.
Liz and Bill Hayden
June 19, 2012
Thinking of you, Kathy, Paul and your son.. we think of Cari often.. Such a beautiful woman and what an amazing sacrifice. God Bless all of you.
Tracie Zajac
December 27, 2011
i miss you my friend, i know you and i didn't always see eye to eye about you going there, but i glad you did what you loved. i'm sad that you were taken from all of us but you also gave your life for all of us and this country. thank you.
December 27, 2011
Miss you everyday
December 6, 2011
RIP
Kim Straker
December 5, 2011
December 4. Quietly remembering the service and sacrifice of this fine young American. Sent with the hope that those who love and miss her have been blessed with better days in which to share their memories of Cari. Respectully, Kim
H. P.
December 5, 2011
R.I.P. SGT. Carla Gasiewicz
Live good in heaven with your almighty God. That is is where you belong as all those who have sacrificed themselves for the freedom of other people. You will remembered for ever.
Stephanie Maas
December 4, 2011
Thinking of you on this anniversary. She is greatly missed.
Victor Jabri
December 4, 2011
Never forgotten. Rest in Peace Cari. My prayers go out to you and your family.
tony jackson
December 4, 2011
rip ms. cari
Peggy Childers
December 4, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Cari A. Gasiewicz:
Please accept my remembrance of Cari on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.
Buffy Allen-Melchor
December 4, 2011
Peace and Blessings. Stationed in D Co. 202d MI Bn with Cari. RIP Cari.
Jeff Kendrick
December 4, 2011
Dear Paul and Kathleen, I can't believe it's been 7 years. Cari had a huge impact on my life and was an amazing friend to me and Ben. Thank you for all you did for us while we were out there. I dare to say Cari is looking down on me because I was in a car accident 2 weeks ago, I flipped my Jeep and walked away with only a small scar on my thumb but my Jeep was totaled. Cari is an angel in heaven as she was down here! Thank you again and God Bless you and your family always! With love
Cheryl McKnight
December 4, 2011
Remembering always. Blessings to your family.
Leanna Gasiewicz
December 4, 2011
I don't know why but this year has been harder than usual. Knowing your not coming home doesn't get any easier with time. Went out to your vfw post yesterday, still beautiful. Some day I'll revisit your building in Georgia and see the new one in California. You are truly amazing and inspire me everyday to be like you. I miss you so much. I wish I could go back to being a kid and driving around with you and uncle Paul in the little green car to costanzos and the movies. 7 years later and not a day passes that I don't think about you or show off my bracelet or speak of you. The picture of us at the Bisons game still stands on my dresser. I know your an angel now. Shine bright Cari, I love you so much.
Rhonda Ledesma
December 3, 2011
In my heart, always.
daniel gasiewicz
September 11, 2011
Dear paul and katleen i think of cari always in my heart on this day meens so much to all of us .and i am so proud of cari and always will be for defending all of us.2nd cousin Daniel a.Gasiewicz Williamsville ny
Cameron Binkley
May 17, 2011
On August 15, 2011, the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, Presidio of Monterey, will honor SGT Cari A. Gasiewicz, a 2003 Arabic language graduate, by memorializing a building in her name. As an Army historian I assisted in the process and was genuinely impressed by the life and service of this fine soldier. Anyone interested to attend the public ceremony or for further details may contact:
DLIFLC
Mission Support, DCSOPS
1759 Lewis Rd.
Monterey, CA 93944
Phone: 831-242-6989 or (831) 242-5119
www.dliflc.edu/contact
David
May 4, 2011
"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years contemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget."
Tracie Zajac
December 5, 2010
Always in my heart and thoughts.
Victor
December 4, 2010
You will never be forgotten, Cari. I hope you're enjoying the view from up there.
Kristina Trittipo
December 4, 2010
Thank You for my freedom sister!
sue wojcik
December 4, 2010
Paul, Kathy, and Paul..
Thinking of you today and everyday with hugs and prayers...
Peggy Childers
December 4, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Cari A. Gasiewicz:
Remembering Cari 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
Kim Straker
December 4, 2010
December 4, 2010
I hope that Cari's family and friends have peace in their lives as this 6th anniversary of her passing draws near.
Cari, you are loved and remembered by all who knew you, and respected and honored by those of us who only came to know you later on.
God bless you and your family.
Lee Kirkpatrick
December 3, 2010
Cari, as we approach 6 years your still in our thoughts. You will be forever missed and your smile will bring happiness to us all till the day we join you. Miss you!
SGT Spencer, SPC Schillie, and SPC Gasiewicz in Kuwait
Jessica Spencer
December 1, 2010
I still wear your bracelet every day and I'm proud to talk about you. My favorite stories are the ones from Kuwait when all the girls had to pair up to go shower because we weren't allowed to go out at night alone. We would all group up and talk between the stalls. It was so cold and wet there, and our tents leaked so bad, but we made the best of it. Miss you every day, Cari.
November 16, 2010
Heroes don't fall, they gain wings... thank you for your service. May your family always find comfort and warmth in the memories you created with them during your time here... and may you always shine down on them and bring them a smile with a memory during the times they hurt the most....
Lynn Smith
Wife of a Hero
SFC Scott R Smith
KIA 07-17-2006
Cheryl McKnight
May 31, 2010
I will never forget
February 10, 2010
Happy Valentines To Our Beloved Daughter, Cari.
The ache in our hearts may have lessened but the memories are stronger than ever. We miss you terribly.
Love,
Dad & Mom
Mario
December 4, 2009
Hey Cari,
Its been 5 years but don't think any of us have forgotten about you. Its been a long time since those days at DLI watching Dawsons Creek. Even as a guy, im proud to still share my stories of watching such a show with you. FYI, I still carry around the "Safely Home" poem in my wallet and have done so every day since the day we had to say "see you later". Its worn and almost illegible but just know it always has a home in my wallet.
Kim Straker
December 1, 2009
December 4, 2004 - December 4,2009
Five years have passed since the death of this fine young American soldier. It's almost impossible to imagine the loss her family, friends and community must feel without her presence amongst them, but I hope that as another difficult anniversary approaches they are granted the blessing of some peace in their lives; hopefully they will have time to share all the special memories of such a well loved young lady, one who wasn't granted a long life but who surely made a difference in the years she spent on earth.
God bless you Cari - you are remembered and honored. With sincere good wishes to your family.
GARY MASON
November 29, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Kathy Gasiewicz
November 29, 2009
To Whomever wrote the November 28th (2009) entry into the Cari Anne Gasiewicz Guest Book, please contact her parents at [email protected]. We want you to know we think about you and her unit everyday. Please email us!
November 28, 2009
Love and miss you Cari. Everyday for the rest of my life my heart will always break that we all survived but couldn't bring you back alive with us. I will never forget your mom and dad being the only family at reception that didn't greet their loved one. I hope one day we will meet again.
Bob Costello
October 13, 2009
SGT Gasiewicz,
You were the consumate professional to work with over there. I have finally retired and found a new job, but still remember working with professionals like you. I have recommended your name for our new place here at Scott AFB, IL.
I hope you have found the piece that none of us experienced over there.
CW4(R) Bob Costello
October 2, 2009
Cari,
It's been a long time since grade school and high school. We shared a few hellos and maybe a table at lunch. Alot has changed since then huh? I wanted to say thank you and say that I'm very proud of your accomplishments and service. Please allow a Marine to humbly salute you. As we like to say: God's speed, fair winds, and following seas Sgt.
Respectfully
SSgt David Licursi
USMC
Amy Romesser-Rustan
August 7, 2009
I have no idea what drew me to the Legacy website today, but here I am. Thinking of you Cari, remembering our laughter, wishing time could be turned back. I live in Augusta now and will be heading on post to take a look at "your" building. Miss you!
Kenna Larra
August 4, 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 1,660 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
Kathy Gasiewicz
June 15, 2009
Happy 33rd Birthday to our beautiful daughter and sister. We love and miss so much. We know you are with us because we can feel your presence everyday.
Love,
Mom, Dad and Paul II
Leanna Gasiewicz
June 15, 2009
Happy birthday Cari. We miss you and love you so much, we also know you're in a better place. Take care of Grandpa and Grandma, we love you.
Kathy Gasieiwcz
May 26, 2009
To our beautiful daughter/sister,
To this day, so many people still remember and tell us stories about you. You touched so many lives then and even now. We miss you and not a day goes by that we don't think about you. In a few days you will be remembered at a ceremony at Cheektowaga Town Park and again in September as the American Legion Post in Strykersville is officially named the Cari Anne Gasiewicz American Legion Hall. The honors keep coming as our hearts continue to swell with pride.
Love you forever,
Mom, Dad, and Paul II
James Martin
May 26, 2009
Sgt Gasiewicz always had a smile on her face and would be there to lend a helping hand. I just wanted to remember my comrade on this special day of remembrance of fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. May God bless her and keep her.
In Memory of Cari ~ (Debra Estep)
December 4, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
I did not know Cari, but I am remembering
her service and sacrifice. She 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
Peggy Childers
December 4, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Cari A. Gasiewicz:
Cari 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
Mom, Dad and Paul
December 2, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Kim Straker
December 2, 2008
Almost four years since this brave young soldier made the supreme sacrifice for her country. Rest in peace Cari - you are loved, remembered and respected. To Cari's family - we are thinking of you all at this time.
Leanna Gasiewicz
December 1, 2008
I'm hoping time will magically slow so I can emotionally prepare myself for Thursday. I don't want this day to come </3 i miss you Cari -- love leanna
SGT Adam Gasiewicz
November 29, 2008
I have run into a couple of people here in Bagram that worked with you in Iraq. They told me how you were a great person to work with. That they all miss and how you will always remain in their hearts. One of them even carries your combat patch on him.
Kathleen Gasiewicz
November 10, 2008
To our dearest daughter and sister,
Another year has almost passed and the pain is just as great today as it was 4 years ago. We love and miss you terribly.
Love,
Dad, Mom and Paul
Rose
November 9, 2008
Dear Cari, I miss you everyday...I love you! Aunt Rose
Leanna Gasiewicz
July 21, 2008
Cari,
Last night was my high school graduation party and I can't tell you how i really wished you were there. I know you were there in spirit but I miss sitting on your lap and getting your hugs everytime I seen you. I miss you and last night wasn't the easiest. I love you and I realize now how to cherish every moment you get with people because there are so many moments I say I wish Cari was here to see this.
Love always and forever,
Leanna.. Peanut
June 25, 2008
Though I did not know Cari, I truly respect and admire her for her courage and the ultimate sacrifice she made. May the memories you have of her be as vivid as if it were yesterday, and may the reunion with her in Heaven be all that you have dreamed it would be. God be with your family always.
Chris Raines
May 12, 2008
I was Cari's First Sergeant when she was going through language school. Didn't know her well, but then, good Soldiers didn't get (or need) my attention.
I remember her smile and her laugh. The news of her death was shocking.
Neal Hebert
May 9, 2008
My condolences to your family for the hardship they've had to endure because of your sacrifice.
I've never been 100% certain, but the picture is from winning soldier of the year with the 224th Military Intelligence Battalion at Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia. I think I knew you then as SGT Towle, B. Company Training and Retention NCO.
Cari, you were one of the most positive soldiers I ever met. I can't recall you ever without a positive attitude, a willingness to accomplish your mission, and usually a smile on your face. I don't know that a day has gone by when I haven't thought about your sacrifice. Rest in peace.
Kathy Gasiewicz
May 9, 2008
My Dearest Cari,
It is almost Mother's Day and just like every other day, I think of you and wish you were here. I will never forget you and can only take solace in knowing one day I will see you again.
My love always,
Mom
Kim Straker
April 23, 2008
Today it's a privilege to be able to sign this memorial page for a remarkable young woman, Sgt. Cari A. Gasiewicz. Almost four years after your death, it's must be heartening to your family and friends to know that you are still so lovingly remembered, and I'm certain that the Iraqis with whom you worked remember you still. You represent the best of what makes America great. I hope that your family derive much happiness as they recall your twenty eight years on earth. A time span too short by far, but well lived, with honor.
CHRISSY DILEO
April 18, 2008
I never had the wonderful opportunity to meet Cari but I am at the same unit she was assigned to. Everyday I walk by the hall that is named after her and I wonder about it. So I did some research and I was struck by the kindness of the people words when refrencing Cari. I just wish I had the chance to meet her. For us younger soldiers she truly is an inspiration. She seemed like such a lovely person. So, I guess what it all boils down to is that even though this incident isn't as fresh in our minds on the day it happened Cari still gets seen by a bunch of new faces everyday. And everyday we get to remember her story all over it again- it will never get old. Thank you for you lasting kindness that you have left behind.
Derek Skinner
April 13, 2008
God bless her, and God bless all of you.
Peter gasiewicz
March 25, 2008
My name is Pete Gasiewicz I live in the New York City area.I am a corporate executive formerly President of Fedders Corp. I'm 53 years old a Marine Corps veteran of the Viet Nam evacuations. My father Zigmund 86 is also a decorated Marine Hero of WW2 living in New Jersey. We believe we are related to your family through my grandfather who immigrated to the PA coal mines in the early 1900s while one of his relations went to Buffalo. We are a military family and also Gasiewicz's who express our deepest respect and sympathy. Feel free to contact us at anytime if we can be of any help.
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