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for Dustin Derga
Clayton Conley
December 1, 2019
Thank you for honoring our city, Dustin!
Bill Miller
August 19, 2014
I am so sorry about your son. I didn't know him but he is a true hero and brother. I have been trying to contact Bob or Stephanie. I have in my possession Dustin's journal while in Iraq. You will want this. Bill Miller (330) 608-2369 God Bless you
Terri
July 23, 2013
Thank You Dustin, your sacrifice is not forgotten. Your family is not forgotten. Honor, Courage, Commitment .
Our Last Goodbye
Bob Derga
May 9, 2013
Son,
I am so proud of the man you became.... for your courage, your unselfish actions, and willingness to make a difference. I miss you so very much but find comfort in knowing where you are at. Marla and I love you. Until we meet again.
Dad
Peggy Childers
May 8, 2013
To the family and friends of Cpl. Dustin A. Derga:
It has truly been my honor to sign Dustin's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Dustin will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Charlie Gili
March 31, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also to let the Derga 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 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
Christmas With Dustin 2004
Robert Derga
November 24, 2012
Missing you more than ever especially this Christmas season. When I get down I stop and realize where you are at and find comfort in knowing you are safe and happy. Love always Dad
November 23, 2012
Still remembering Dustin. Still respected and honored.
Peggy Childers
May 8, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. Dustin A. Derga:
Always remembering Dustin. "Some gave all."
Robert Derga
February 1, 2012
I miss you so much son. I am proud of you. Love always
Dad
Peggy Childers
May 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Dustin A. Derga:
Please accept my remembrance of Dustin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 13, 2010
Dustin ~
Not a day goes by that we don't think of you. Remembering you always ...
Love,
Uncle Chris, Aunt Kathy, Sarah & Andrew
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Always remembering
Dad
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin,
Yesterday marked the 5th Anniversary of the day none of us will ever forget. We miss you so much. Each day is a struggle without your smile and laughter. The only thing that keeps me and Marla going is knowing you and the rest of your fallen Lima Marines are with God. Memories of you are with me daily. Until we meet again,
Love
Dad
Dustin Marine Graduation Parris Island 1999
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin On Amtrac In Anbar Provence Iraq
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin With Stepmother Marla At Lima 3/25 Base
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin With Father On Deployment Day
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin Putting Pirate Flag From Dad On His Amtrac
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin In Ireland Airport On Way To Iraq
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin's Purple Heart Signed By President Bush At White House
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin At 29 Palms Before Deployment
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Dustin Driving Humvee at 29 Plams
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Drawing of Dustin By His Stepmother Marla
Robert Derga
May 9, 2010
Peggy Childers
May 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Dustin A. Derga:
Remembering Dustin 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
Melanie Staubitz
July 4, 2009
Dear Derga family,
I belong to the Prayer Shawl Ministry at Messiah Lutheran Church in Greenhills (Cincinnati) Ohio. We belong to the national group PS4FS (Prayer Shawls for Fallen Soldiers). We would be honored to send anyone in the family that desires one, a prayer shawl, in honor of Dustin, who sounds like a wonderful young man. If we can send you any shawls, please contact me. As we arrive at another Independence Day celebration, we are reminded that freedom really isn't free. It is just so sad that such wonderful young people and their families make the ultimate sacrifice, but we are grateful for them and you. Thank you and God Bless You.
Dustin at 29 Palms Prior To the 2005 deployment
June 24, 2009
Kenna Larra
June 23, 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 1,600 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
May 9, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Dustin A. Derga:
Dustin 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
March 15, 2009
Remembering your service and honoring your sacrafice. God bless,
Warrior Storm Drawing by Marla Derga (Dustin's step-mother) Dustin is below the soldier's cross
June 5, 2008
The Neal family
May 30, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Derga,
Please know that just as your loved one will remain in your hearts and minds, his sacrifice and that of your family, will remain with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God grant you the peace that passes all understanding.
In Memory of Dustin ( Debra Estep )
May 8, 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 Dustin, but I am remembering
his service. 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
Visit this link to hear the song.
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep
Twinsburg, Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
May 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Derga!
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)
Bert Holler
July 17, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Dustin stands as a hero in the finest standards of the United States Marine Corps. Freedom is not free and the cost is always very high. On January 22, 2007 we lost our son-in-law in Iraq. Spec. Nicholas Brown was in 1st Cavalry Division and left behind a young wife and newborn son. Please accept our sympathy and prayers during these hard times. Thank you,
July 16, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Derga and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Marine deploying soon
Jill Brown
June 20, 2007
My prayers are with you and I am so sorry for your loss. I am the proud parent of a Marine and know your son sacrificed all to serve our country. May his soul rest in peace.
Jerry & Sharon Jones
May 28, 2007
On this Memorial Day we just wanted to let you know we were thinking of you. We watched the Memorial Day Concert in DC on TV last night and wondered if you were there. Hope all is well. God Bless you Both.
Yolanda Valdez
May 23, 2007
Another Fallen Hero ~
My heart breaks as I sign another guestbook of such a courageous soldier who gave his life so selflessly. May he rest in peace knowing that he is loved and remembered by those who knew him. God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and made the ultimate sacrifice. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort in such a difficult time. My prayers are with your family.
We understand what you are experiencing and feeling. No amount of words can ease the pain of your loss. We know first hand there are no words of comfort at this time. We lost our only son 9-3-2004 at the age of 19 and it fells like yesterday. Just know that there are Marine families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain. You are not alone. We will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes.
I still fly my Marine flag and have my Marine tag and sticker on my vehicles because I'm PROUD of my SON and all the MARINE MEN and WOMEN out there. I will always be a MARINE. We are proud of you all. “Land of the Free, Because of the Brave”
Thank you Legacy.com for setting up this website so families can quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves across this great nation.
Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Proud Marine Parents of an American Hero
LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9~3~04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq
mindy abraham
May 2, 2007
I never knew you,but thanks for everything-you gave your all.
Shannon Manalac
January 23, 2007
I just came across this guestbook today. I went to school with Dustin and can remember him making me laugh back in middle school. I smile when I think back to that. I hope everyone that knew him can smile when they think about this brave soul. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with his family.
Scott Kelly
December 27, 2006
Merry Christmas bud. Never gonna forget you! You are our Hero.
Cpl. Scott M. Kelly
(00-06)SOI W/ Derga, OEF(03),OIF(06)
Jerry & Sharon Jones
December 26, 2006
Marla & Bob -It was an honor to meet you in our hotel lobby in Arlington when we were all there for the Dedication of the Museum. We were just sorry that we didn't see you again but you both left a lasting impression on us and we wanted to wish you a Very Blessed Holiday Season. Semper Fi.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 8, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. 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 YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Kathy Sidebottom
July 6, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Cpl. Dustin A. Derga.
Garnet Jenkins
July 5, 2006
The price this Young Soldier and his family paid for this country will Never be Forgotten... Rest well in the arms of our Precious Lord, Cpl. Dustin A. Derga
May God's comfort and blessings continue to be with the Derga family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
Romans 8:18
July 5, 2006
To the Family of Cpl. dustin A. Derga;
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.
I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
July 5, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
Jenn lackey
July 3, 2006
Dustin,
I am so proud of you for everything that you accomplished in life. You are one of the most amazing people that I have ever met. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Keep looking down on all of us from heaven. I'll see you again some day on the flip side...Semper Fi Derg....
Kristin Earhart
May 22, 2006
Dustin,
Your honor and courage will be remember for all times. You are a true hero! I miss you so much... I wish you were still hear to talk to. For the longest time I use to pick up my phone and just want to call but u werent there. I wish you were... I miss you and love you... rumor has it you love me too!
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 11, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Derga family in the loss of Dustin. I did not know Dustin, 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. Dustin it has been 10 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. Enjoy those peeps in heaven...
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~
Charles Rogers
February 15, 2006
I am honored and inspired to read about this hero. I'm very sorry for your loss.
MIKE HAMILTON
October 5, 2005
Dustin was a friend and fellow firefighter here in Baltimore. I use to kid him about being to small to be a Marine,he would set me streight and then we would discuss the differance between the new Marine corps he was in and the old I was in. We both loved the corps.Cpl.Derga did his time in this world and now is guarding heavens streets to keep them safe. Semper-Fi Dustin till we meet again.
Teri Price
September 30, 2005
Dear Derga Family & Kristen,
I'm so sorry for your loss, & you remain in my prayers. Bob & Marla, it was such a pleasure to meet you a few weeks ago at the Sept. 11 Memorial Service in Canton. Your faith is such an encouragement. We may not get to have an earthly Homecoming with our guys, but we'll have a heavenly one that will be beyond anything we've ever imagined.
Teri (Sgt. Hoffman's girlfriend)
Chad Watkins
August 6, 2005
Cpl Derga
You were my team leader for the first years I was in lima and a friend forever. Ill never forget the AT's or the time we went to get our humvee lic. at Brookpark. May you forever rest in peace. Godbless
SEMPER FI
Cpl Watkins
Lima Co. 3/25
Cpl Greg Boire
August 6, 2005
My wife and I send our condolences. I just got out of the Marines not to long ago. Two of my brothers have currently served in Iraq. My older brother is over on his second tour. We are grateful for your sons dedication toward our freedom. Semper Fi,
Brent Kadesch
August 5, 2005
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13
Quoc Nguyen
August 5, 2005
May God Bless you and your family. I have heard many great things about the Warrior you are through the Marines of Lima 3/25. Your memories will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Shirley Ventresca
August 5, 2005
My prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. Your son did a great thing for freedom. Thank you with all my heart.
Sheri Fischer
August 5, 2005
Thank you for protecting my freedom.
May God grant you peace.
Sue Raabe
August 5, 2005
Thank you and your family for the sacrifice you have made so my family can enjoy our freedoms.
Both my brothers were in Vietman and came home safely, thank God. Both may parents were in WWII. My father was injured and disabled.
May God Bless you and provide you with solice in this terrible time.
Ron Jones
August 5, 2005
My heartfelt sympathies to all family, fellow Marines, and friends of Cpl. Derga. The losses of 3/25 are particularly poignant for me. I was born and raised in Columbus. I enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve and was assigned to Lima Company before going to boot camp. I never returned to Lima Company because I switched over to the regular Marine Corps while in boot camp. I know similar connections are being felt all over Ohio and neighboring states. Again, my thoughts are with you
Cassandra Bieber
August 4, 2005
As a female Marine, I am proud to call your son a brother in arms. His death was not in vain and I assure you I will never forget the sacrifices your son made on behalf of his country. My heart goes out to each of you. Semper fidelis.
rs koehler family
August 4, 2005
the sorrow in our hearts for your family's loss is painful and we humbly ask the Lord above to ease that pain of yours right now, only He can, lean on Him daily and His love and strength will make you strong.
Diane M. Weller
August 4, 2005
Please accept the heartfelt sympathies and the Proud and Honorable thank yous for the loving life you have given in support of Freedom. I am an Ohio Marine Mom too, my son stationed in Baghdad. I have shed many tears for all our fallen and the families left behind. WE WILL NOT FORGET. You do NOT grieve alone. I wish that throughout the years of this war that I had learned one thing to say that would help. Alas, I cannot. Words do not justify the loss and pain of the ultimate sacrifice. Please know though, you are in my heart, in my prayers, mixing my tears with yours, and understanding how your greatest fear became a really harsh reality. I wish, pray, with all my heart, mind, body and soul, that NO ONE would EVER have to face this. In ending, my sorrow I share with you. My thanks for your ultimate sacrifice I send. May God have eternal mercy upon all our Blessed Souls.
Semper Fidelis,
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roup/MilitaryMomsOnline
CEO
Gunni
Diane M. Weller
Nola Hector
August 4, 2005
We have never met, but share the sorrow of losing our sons in Iraq. I am so sorry for your loss, may God comfort you.
Nola Hector
Proud Marine Mom of 2nd Lt. Ryan LeDuc killed in Rutbah, Iraq 9/24/04
Harry Renfrow
August 4, 2005
As a veteran and as a parent of a soldier who has been to Iraq I want you to know how proud my family and I are of each and everyone of you. God Bless you, your families and God Bless our Vets and troops. My heart hurts for you.
Carole D. Moyer
August 4, 2005
Jesus is the Prince of Peace and it is my prayer that in time, he will bring you the peace that only He can give. We appreciate what your son and others have done for our country.
Coral Anna Foster
August 4, 2005
I can only send you loving thoughts and pray for the Lord to bless you with love and faith as you mourn together.
Sharon M
August 4, 2005
August 4, 2005
I was not fortunate enough to have known this fine and brave young man. I wish to extend to his family my deepest sympathies and eternal gratitude for his sacrifice for all of us. We are all indebted to him and to his family who raised such a brave and wonderful person.
Sharon M (Groveport, OH)
Kim Rogers
August 3, 2005
Dear Derga Family, All though I didn't know your son I want to thank you for having a strong man to help fight for our Freedom. He was truely an American Hero. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
PFC Eric Wagner
August 3, 2005
i didnt know ur son but i know he was a good marine as are all marines. im stationed in okinawa japan right now. i just wanted to tell his friends and family that u guys will be in my prayers every night. Semper Fi
PFC Eric Wagner
Cpl. Kelly
July 4, 2005
I had the privilege to go through the school of infantry with Dustin in the summer of 2000. God Bless you Dustin and your family. You will be missed by all of us. You're our hero. Love you brother.
Sara Parks
July 4, 2005
My thoughts are with you. I had several friends and acquaintances in Lima Company, including PFC Chris Dixon who was also lost. I know that there are no finer men than those of Lima Copany. God Bless.
July 1, 2005
Friends and Family of Cpl Derga.
I served with Cpl. Derga at Lima Company for 5 years and went to Infantry School with him when we first entered the Corps. He was a good man and a good Marine. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the families of the Marines of Lima Company that gave the ultimate sacrafice and continue to fight. Rest in peace brother.
"They lived as warriors, died as heroes, and they will forever be honored."
Semper Fidelis.
Jen Headlee
June 23, 2005
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your son. I did not know him, but I want you to know that you are in my prayers...
jon ledford
May 29, 2005
i want to send my condolences to the derga family i am so sorry to hear about the lose, your son is a true american hero, my best friend is in iraq and was serving with dustin in lima 3/25 and is still there. i just want to thank dustin and best wishes to the rest of lima company.
Ryan Burton
May 27, 2005
To the Derga family,
I was deeply saddened upon hearing of the loss of your son Dustin. I had the honor and privilege of serving with him and his fellow Marines of Lima Company, 3/25 as the Inspector-Instructor Corpsman. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and for the safe return of Lima Company.
Leesa Philippon
May 24, 2005
Your son was taken to heaven the same day as our son, Lance Corporal Lawrence Philippon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and our hearts surely know your pain. I have read some of the Websites with information on Dustin. He was a fine young man. My husband and I would be honored to talk with you. You can reach us at [email protected]. May God bless you with peaceful moments filled with loving memories. With our deepest sympathy, Ray and Leesa Philippon
Jason Prince
May 24, 2005
I am very sorry for your families loss. My little brother CPL Kevin William Prince was just killed in Iraq April 23 at the age of 22. It has been really tuff for our family. We have had nothing but support from our friends and people that knew Kevin and people who didn't. We know that Kevin is in a better place now and God is taking care of your son and my brother. They will be watching over us till the day our time comes and we get to be with them again. I am really sorry for the loss of your son and if there is anything my family or I can do for you please e-mail me at [email protected]
God Bless,
Jason Prince
Kristin Cary
May 23, 2005
I went to school with your son, my prayers are with you...what a brave man.
Barb Brock
May 21, 2005
I did not have the honor of knowing Dustin but do work with his Uncle Chris. My family recently lost my younger sister so not to say I know you're going through (I don't) but I can say that I'm sure Dustin is in Heaven watching over your family and friends. He was serving his country and we should all be proud of him and the others fighting for freedom. My sincere condolences and may your faith help in this time of grief.
Nicole Biffle
May 19, 2005
I did not know your son. However, my brother, Shad, has been serving in Iraq with Dustin and thought a lot of him. Please accept my condolences in your time of sorrow.
K SMOOT
May 19, 2005
KRISTEN, STAND STRONG...WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.
DEEPEST REGARDS TO THE FAMILY.
K SMOOT
May 19, 2005
KRISTEN......STAND STRONG.
DEEPEST REGARD TO THE FAMILY.
Donna Iovino
May 19, 2005
I did not know Dustin but have worked with his uncle Chris for many years. My heart goes out to your family. We certainly support our troops and all they are doing. Many blessings to your family.
susan carr
May 19, 2005
I worked with Chris years ago in the Akron, OH IVI office, and I am so sorry to hear of the Derga's family loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Derga family.
brian hupp
May 19, 2005
i spent time with dustin and L/3/25 wile i was in rotc i knew him well, we also went to fire school together at cscc. he never had an unkind thing to say, but alwas had a motavating one. words cannot discribe how much we will all miss him
Anita Maxwell
May 18, 2005
I did not know your son, however I did know one of the other young men that lost his life. Your son along with the others was a very brave young man. They are all heroes. I am so sorry for your loss and the sadness that you are going through.
Karen Rose
May 18, 2005
I did not know your son,however as a resident of Pickerington and the mother of a six year-old son the news of your son's death hit home. My heart breaks for you and your family. Your son was a hero. He was not mandated to serve our country but chose to do so of his own free will. I'm sure that this is a reflection of the values you as parents instilled within him. It is hard to imagine your pain, but you must be so proud of such an honorable young man. May God give you strength.
Doris Moore
May 18, 2005
Dear Derga Family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Dustin is now among the angels, watching over all of us.
Blessings,
Doris Moore and Alma Greene
Dan Sowers
May 18, 2005
Dear Derga family,
My deepest sympathy goes to your family. I thank you for the fine son you raised. CPL Derga was willing to make the ultimate sacrafice for his country and for his fellow Marines. Loss is never easy, as I have lost a fellow soldier here in Nov 2004. We are here in Iraq doing the right thing. We as a country will forever be greatful and he will never be forgotten.
SSG Sowers
443rd Civil Affairs Battalion
Baghdad, Iraq
Brenda Baltzer
May 17, 2005
Dear Derga Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes to your family. We thank you for the fine son you raised. He was willing to make the ultimate sacrafice for his country and for that we are forever greatful and he will never be forgotten.
The Baltzer Family - United States Navy.
Tom
May 17, 2005
Semper Fi brother Marine. May God shed a special light on a fallen Hero. We, who have shared the uniform in different times stand in humble reverence of your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten in our hearts and prayers.
jeff jarman
May 17, 2005
DEAR DERGA FAMILY
I NEVER MET YOUR SON BUT AS FORMER MARINE I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE MY CONDOLENCE TO YOUR FAMILY.FOR THE SUPREME SACRIFICE THAT YOUR SON GAVE TO HIS COUNTRY JEFF JARMAN USMC 1980-1983
Tina Flannagan
May 17, 2005
Such a hero, and we are lucky to have had you serve for us.
Friend of Marla....
Ted Eastham
May 17, 2005
I did not know Dustin , We will aways know Dustin Derga as a Hero at our house .My heart grieves at Your loss. You are in My thoughts and Prayers, May the Lord be with you all now and aways . I am Proud of Dustin Derga ,and I will Know Him aways . You have My deepest sympathy. Ted Eastham and Family
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