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Karla
November 22, 2022
Always thinking of you my brother. May the light the illuminates you never fickle out. Another year
and it still seems like yesterday Miss you so much.
Karla Gil
August 29, 2021
Always thinking of you. Miss you more than words can say. Rest in Heaven
Karla Gil
June 17, 2017
Hello my brother. I know you now have company and found your way to your brother Jose Alex Gil. Take care of him. Help him find his light. He needs if you. You are the strongest person in our family and I expect of you to take care of those in the family that are trying to find their way. Sometimes I think I will see you walking the street or I see your eyes and mannerism in others. I know you watch over me like a guardian angel Continue to guide over me an protect me for malice. There are many ugly people in this world we live in today and you protection is necessary. I love and miss you more than you will ever know
Karla Gil
February 17, 2015
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Happy Birthday~ Love your sister
Marie Williams
September 26, 2014
God bless the family of SGT. Carlos J Gil and thank you for sharing us your wonderful son. Praying for comfort and peace. He will always be remembered.
Love in Christ,
American Gold Star Family
Jack & Marie Williams in memory of
USMC SGT. Christian B Williams
September 22, 2014
I miss you.Imiss your presence,your voice.You are allways in my heart .My loving Javi.
Your mother
Michi
February 17, 2014
I'll see you later
Karla Gil
February 17, 2014
Today I wish you a very happy birthday. I think about you often and carry your spirit with me. Thank you for continuing to guide me. I feel your presence often. With love your sister.
Jose Gil
April 9, 2013
I miss you... Sometimes I just want to talk to you just like we use to when we were just teenagers in your Toyota Corolla having a old english... I wish you were here. I have so much to tell you..
Yaimari & Fam Gil
April 4, 2013
We'll allways have you in our hearts and minds. we will never forget you. <3 Fam Gil.
March 17, 2013
In memory & honor of Sgt. Carlos Gil. We will forever remain grateful for his service and sacrifice for this Country.
Ivan Godoy
December 31, 2012
Happy New Year Brother. We miss you always. It's not the same here without you but you keep us warm everytime we think of you. Thank you always
Karla Gil
December 29, 2012
My sweet brother, how I miss your smile, your laughter, your presence. It's this time if the year that hits us the hardest. Our family has not been the same since you've been gone. How I wish you could come back to us. Your parents still suffer every single day. I know you watch over us. May this light shine over your soul.
james smith
November 30, 2012
To this day I miss u Gil. U always had coffee ready and Newport's on hand at Speicher. I hate I left 377th after the first tour. Your old Platoon Sgt.
Jack & Marie Williams
August 20, 2012
THANK YOU for the great services and thank you to your loving families for their sacrifices
Jose Marrero
August 18, 2012
You gave the ultimate sacrifice, I salute you.. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Mariee Williams
May 29, 2012
Carlos will always be thought of, A Hero
Karla Gil
May 29, 2012
We love, miss and remember you always. Your smile, your laugh, your eyes. They are still very vivid in our hearts.
Carmen/Edgar Gil
May 27, 2012
You will always live in our heart and prayers.Saluting you this Memorial Day.[may 28,2012].
Edgar and Carmen Gil
May 27, 2012
Saluting you,this Memorial Day[05-28-2012].You will always live in our heartand prayers.
Peggy Childers
February 20, 2012
February 18, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Carlos J. Gil:
Always remembering Carlos. "Some gave all."
marie/jack williams
February 12, 2012
John 15:13 " Greater love has no one than this,that he lay down his life for a friend" What a nice verse that match your character. You have delivered the message of God the Father. Thank You
waleska pagan
February 10, 2012
Siempre te recordare como si fuese aller love uu
Carmen/Edgar Gil
February 2, 2012
Happy Birthday javi.You are always in my prayes .Seven years this month without you.I miss you so very much.You was a good and a loving son and for that you are resting with god .We ,your parents always will love you.
Carlos Montalvo
June 10, 2011
What bro......just know u are been miss.....& u will never b forgotten With Love.
Karla Gil
June 2, 2011
Missing you so very much. But understanding your not here in body but in spirits soothes my soul and gives me strength to move forward
Frankie p
May 30, 2011
We love u
Julie Rivera
May 30, 2011
Gone but never forgotten,,, you gave up your life for our freedom , there's nothing we can ever do to repay that, but I think of you with love, honor and respect. Our family isn't the same without you.
Alex Gil
February 21, 2011
It's still hard to believe my brother is not here with us. I miss him so much. I love you Javi.
Peggy Childers
February 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Carlos J. Gil:
Please accept my remembrance of Carlos on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Ivan Godoy
February 17, 2011
Happy Birthday Javi.
Ivan Gooy
February 14, 2011
Hey Bro, Another year and we all miss you, but the memories are still strong. Can't wait to see you later this week and to see the fam spend time together to wish you Happy Birthday. Love you
Jaime Diaz
September 8, 2010
Carlos was a true friend and like a big brother to me. He helped me out in the most difficult times and I truly miss him. My condolences to his parents, Edgar and Carmen, his brothers Edgar and Jose, and his sister Karla. You wil not be forgetten and you will always be my HERMANO.
KD McKinney
August 23, 2010
To the family of Carlos J. Gil: May God's Word bring you comfort, 2 Corinthian 1:3&4.
Peggy Childers
February 18, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Carlos J. Gil:
Remembering Carlos 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
Sgt Tucker
August 5, 2009
To the family of Sgt Gil, Ive served with Sgt Gil in fort riley and also in iraq, he was a true brother in arms to me along with a few others that have signed this guest book, Gil will never be forgotten, i have a picture that i framed of Gil, Farrah, and their daughter that was taken on my wedding day on ft. riley, it sits on the center of my fireplace mantle and i look at it everyday remembering all the good times all of us had. there isnt a day that goes by that i dont think about the day that i saw gil before id left iraq after my combat tour. he will always be in my heart and our great country will never forget the ultimate sacrafice he and his family has made. god bless you
Kenna Larra
July 8, 2009
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Peggy Childers
February 18, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Carlos J. Gil:
Carlos 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
April 28, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Gil!
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
February 18, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the GIL family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother for as was prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel is FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation....THANK..YOU...B.V.C.
jason bliss
January 9, 2008
to the family of sgt carlos j gil
when i first met him he had a smile on his face and that smile never left his face. the best nco i ever had. this is a poem that i wrote for him.
What’s Freedom
Some say that freedom is free,
But they are blind and cannot see.
Blind to the reality,
That freedom comes with the cost of fatality.
The fatality of the good, the bad, and in between,
And nobody knows when fatality will be seen.
Some say freedom isn’t free,
With that said I agree.
While people sit at home and watch TV,
People like me make freedom free.
So you ask, “What’s freedom?”
I’ll tell you, “Freedom is ME!”
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 15, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
August 6, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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 (KIA on 07/06/07) 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 15, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Gil and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Jack & Maria Williams
July 4, 2007
To the Gil family, his parents, wife & daughter,
My son is buried in the same place where Carlos is. We met his parents today, his mother & father. In behalf of my family, we would like to give you our respect and our deepest condolences for your loss. We thank you for raising a good man that will give the ultimate sacrifice unselfishly. Thank you Carlos for your dedicated and devoted services. May God wrap His hands to your family and comfort them in time of sorrow.You and my son is living now with God.
Michael
March 15, 2007
I don't know your son, but i just wanna say god bless him. and my prayers go out to his family.
James Mierisch
March 3, 2007
I was SGT Gil's Platoon Sergeant when this tragedy occured. He was a great NCO and man. You could always count on "Johnny Gil" to bring a smile to your face, even in the most trying moments. I remember him every day as his dog tag hangs from my rear wiew mirrior. I see that smiling face.
Reedy Hopkins
February 19, 2007
To the Gil family,
Not a day goes by that I don't relive that fateful day. My hopes and prayers are with the whole family. May God Bless you all!!
Lt Col Reedy Hopkins
Garnet Jenkins
February 18, 2007
It is an honor to pay tribute to Sgt. Carlos J. Gil, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Safely Carlos, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Gil family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
Micheal Vargas
February 11, 2007
Too my boy
Well what can I say Gil, We go way back to your first duty assignment and too the day you found out you were going to be a daddy. I was stationed with Gil at Camp Nimble Korea in 1999- 2000. I love you to death and I remember all the times we kicked it. I will remember the times we had at the bar til the time I thru your birthday party. You were the greatest and your memory will NEVER die. I wear the arm band too let you know that I will always be your Mexican boy no matter where I go. I love you to death and if your family ever needs anything they only need to ask. As soon as I get home I will post some old pics, until then I I will be in Iraq thinking of you.
SSG Vargas, Micheal
A*K*A
The Mexican
SSG Diaprie Mitchell
December 28, 2006
Dear The Gil Family,
I give my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I was stationed with Sgt Gil in 377th Mannheim Germany for the first duty in Iraq. When I received the phone call that he and SPC Crump were attacked and that SGT Gil did not make it I was deeply hurt. Although I am out of the service now I will never forget my fellow fallen comrade. My condolences go out the Gil family especially during the holiday season as you try to continue to keep moving forward in life. Just know that God has placed him in a far better place in heaven then he was ever in on Earth. May God continue to bless you and your family. To SGT Gil……..you will never be forgotten……..Til we meet again………May God Bless…………..
Anna Stokes
December 18, 2006
Carlos was my friend in high school and I was shocked and saddened by the news of his death last year. The Gil family will always be in my prayers. Especially his daughter who I've never had the pleasure of meeting.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 18, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARND OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR DAUGHTER. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tim & Lisa O'Donnell
August 6, 2006
Carlos,Gil,
You will always be in our heart we just heard the news today. All the memories that came rushing back!The weekends you spent at our house in Fort Riley, KS. Alway's trying to get hold of Ferrah the holiday's we spent they were crazy but a lot of fun!! Thank you for your love and dedication for all of us!! We will miss you!! Ferrah if you see this please call us.
541- 472-5296
Tim & Lisa O'Donnell
Arthur Hopkins
March 11, 2006
To the Gil family,
I was on the convoy that fateful day on 18 Feb 05. Not a day goes by that I do not think of your son, brother, husband, and father!! Words cannot describe the emotions of that day. I do know that SGT Gil is a true American hero in my eyes. I am available at your leisure should you like to contact me. God Bless you all and God Bless America.
Lt Col Reedy Hopkins USAF
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 21, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Gil family in the loss of Carlos. I did not know Carlos, 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. Carlos it has been a year since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
February 7, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Jamie Graves
September 29, 2005
God Bless~(Jamie,Navy wife)
Glenys Lakatos
August 1, 2005
My heart goes out to his family. I have so much respect for him i never got that cahnce to meet him. I am proud to say that I protected my country along side a great son, brother and most importanly father. The Gil family is always in my prayers. God bless all of you.
Jose Gil
July 31, 2005
I thank everyone how has sign my brother's guest book. He was a great person and i miss him so much.Our family is very prode of him.
Major Arnold Huskins, USAF, Army: 77-81, 88-92
July 20, 2005
Dear Ms. Gil, Jalissa, Edgar and Carmen, Edgar, and Jose
I recently read about the loss of your loved one in Iraq. May I offer my belated condolences to you all upon the passing of your American hero husband, Daddy, son, and brother, Carlos, in Iraq in February.
Please know that other Americans share in your loss and are concerned. It is my prayer that God may continue to grant you and yours an extra measure of peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
May Carlos' legacy of bravery and devotion to our country and its safety be a source of pride to your family, an inspiration to his peers, and forever remembered by a grateful nation.
With deepest sympathy,
Sincerely,
Diane Ward
April 21, 2005
May God Bless You and Your Family
Susan Johnson
April 21, 2005
May God bless your family and bring them comfort. Thank you brave soldier for your selfless sacrifice for the freedom of others. Rest in peace our courageous hero.
SGT Roger Wilson
March 9, 2005
I am very sorry for your the pain that you are feeling. Carlos was my brother I knew him better than my twin brother. We sweated together in the fields of Ft Riley as well as Iraq. We talked together mostly about his family. He is my hero. He will never be forgot and always be missed. I hope that you recieved my card be for you left germany. May god bless his soul. He was a great man.
NEFTALI RIVERA
March 8, 2005
SGT GIL WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED IN MY HEART FOREVER. TO THIS DAY AND FOREVER I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM. SGT GIL DID NOT DIE IN VAIN. HIS BRAVERY AND COURAGE ENABLES EVERY AMERICAN TO ENDURE FREEDOM.SGT GIL WAS THE TYPE OF NCO THAT I WOULD DIE FOR. MY CONDOLENCES GOES OUT TO THE GIL FAMILY.AMERICA LOST A GREAT WARRIOR.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER SGT GIL FOR THAT.ONE DAY WE WILL MEET AGAIN FRIEND.GOD BLESS YOU.
SGT RIVERA,NEFTALI
CPT Leslie DeSander
March 5, 2005
To the Gil family, I send my most sincere condolences. I was SGT Gil's platoon leader back at Riley. He was one of the best soldiers in the unit. He was always smiling and had a great quality about him. My heart breaks to think of his loss. It was an honor to know him. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
The Mallard Family
March 5, 2005
Our heart and prayers goes out to you all during the lose of a great Husband, Father, Brother, and Friend. SGT.Gil, may you rest in peace because you are now in a better place!
SSG Lewis Mallard
March 5, 2005
To the Gil Family. My heart goes out to you all on the tragic death of my fallen brother SGT.Gil. Carlos and I were in 1st Platoon in the 377th Trans Co and we all treated each other like family. We used to call him Johnny Gil in which he used to get a laugh out of that. We really miss our fallen brother and he knows that we must go on in life to be the best that we can be. He knows that he will see us again. Honor his life because he will forever be a Hero to his family and friends. My God bless you SGT.Carlos Gil!!!! (1st Platoon Wolfpack)
David Vernaza
March 3, 2005
To the family of Sgt. Carlos Gil. I offer you our sincerest condolences. My family and I feel your pain, though we cannot understand what you must be going through and what you will encounter from now on. We will keep you in our prayers. I was wounded in Iraq back in May of 2004, my family has had to deal with my injuries. To lose your partner to protect our way of life, I'm sure does not bring peace to an angered soul. God has purpose for all of us. I hope you can one day understand this.
V/R
David R. Vernaza CM2(SCW) NMCB14
Norma I Fis-Vernaza and fa.
Celina Pulnik
March 1, 2005
Joanne called me the other day and told me to look at the front page of the Orlando Sentinel. Words can't explain how I feel. It has been several years since you and I have spoken to each other and I feel guilty for losing touch with you. I will always remember the laughs at the Bar.B.Q's.. Playing cards until dawn. Playing hide the car keys. Just remembering the good times, you are greatly missed Carlos, Thank You for sacrificing you life for our freedom..Celina
Clark Family
March 1, 2005
Carlos served our country with honor, and though he will be missed, his courage and loyal service will keep his memory alive. Our thoughts and prayers go with you Edgar, Carmen, Farah and Jallisa.
Orlando Andrews
February 26, 2005
Mrs Gil, The Andrews would like send our deepest sympathy. We sre going to miss Sgt(johnie)Gil sorely. I was in 377th. The first time I met your husband was downrange. I had given him and SSG Willis a lift because their truck broken down. Ever since then we were good friends. He had this contagious smile.I wish you and your daughter well!! God bless
Ron and Judith Peters
February 24, 2005
Keeping your family in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.
David Mason
February 22, 2005
To Sgt. Carlos J. Gil Family and friends My Thoughts and Prayers go out to you all. I am Proud of Carlos service for his and our country and gave his life for Freedom For our country America God Bless You all Love in Christ David Mason.
Jacquelyn Holmes
February 22, 2005
To the family of Carlos J. Gil;
My condolences and my appreciation for this brave young man who gave his all for his country. God Bless You and God Bless this brave soul. May he rest in peace.
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