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for Philip Martini
Charlie Gili
October 22, 2019
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Philip J. Martini US Marine Lance Corporal.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
April 18, 2011
April 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Philip J. Martini:
Please accept my remembrance of Philip on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
April 4, 2011
To the family of Lance Cpl. Philip J. Martini:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains 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 bless you always.
Peggy Childers
April 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Philip J. Martini:
Remembering Philip 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
Betty Boros
September 11, 2009
Hi, I am looking for family of Philip John Martini. I have found some items that I am sure the family would want. If someone could help me reunite these items with his family I would appreciate it. thanks. My email is [email protected]
Ginger Woolsey
May 22, 2009
Dear Jim,
Just started searching for you on the internet and the tragedy of your brother was the first article I read. I'm so sorry and did not realize that Philip was your brother.
Peggy Childers
April 11, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Philip J. Martini:
Philip 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
Jackie Ingram
March 17, 2009
Dear Phil Sr., & Family,
I cannot believe in 19 days it will be three years since Phil Jr's death. I think of him often and wonder what type of social worker he would have become. Without a doubt a great one. What a smile. I have a picture of him on my board at work. I will never forget him.
So, if I hug you a little tigher, or a little longer, when you come to visit at work, just know I am sending hugs to Phil Jr. as well.
In solidarity and love,
SEIU Co-worker
Oscar Masedo
November 7, 2008
Phil. my friend I just want to let you know that it was like yesterday man when i first met you at SOI and then we ended up going to the same battalion together. i wanna say man that you are forever in my heart and you will always be my brother. your memory is forever living. i miss those times we used to go out on the weekends after being in the field.haha i remember when we got lost during land nav. i miss you bro and i know one day i will see you again. LCpl Oscar Masedo.
Pastor Frank Noyes
September 16, 2008
Dear family of Cpl. Philip J. Martini,
We want to say thank you. We understand that no words can be adequate for your sorrow. We certainly do not want to intrude upon your privacy. As Americans we want you to know that we deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice your loved one has made for all of us. We also would like for you to be aware that with this letter comes our special concern and prayers for you. We are all safer because young men and women who love their country, and know the value of a free nation, are willing to put themselves in harms way, and lay down their lives to keep this nation free and safe for all of us.
Your sacrifice is also very great. We know that we can give little comfort; however, the knowledge that your loved one did not die in vain, but died in the service of our country, gives each of us a noble example of the value of life, and the responsibility of freedom. We hope this will bring pride and comfort to you.
We at Gethsemane Church believe that there is purpose to life. We send this letter with our deepest appreciation for the greatest of sacrifices, you and your loved one have given to this country. We know it is not enough, but please allow us to assure you that your loved one is not forgotten.
Very Sincerely
Frank G. Noyes
Frank G. Noyes (Pastor)
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
(Jn. 15:13)
May 28, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Martini!
c f
May 15, 2008
You can tell so much thru a picture. As I breifly scanned some of the tributes left in honor of fallen soldiers, i saw Lance Cpl. Martini and I thought to myself what love of life that this picture portrays. Thank you for your sacrifice.... I hope to shake your hand one fine day along streeets of gold. You are not forgotten Philip. To his family thank you for raising a fine young man to fight for our freedom. I didnt know him but thru the picture I feel compelled to tell you how greatful I am.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
April 8, 2008
Philip,
Thinking and praying for you on the 2nd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
ryan fare
August 15, 2007
I sereved with philip in B 1/1 2nd plt. I think about you all the time. you will not be forgotten. semper fi phil.
August 15, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 27, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Martini and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
Donna Ashley
July 13, 2007
Our prayers are with you at this time of struggle and loss. We just lost our son in May to an IED. We do understand the emptiness you feel. But God is your strength and refuge and He will help you get through.
Dewayne Standridge
July 13, 2007
Rest In Peace LCpl Martini. God Bless You! Semper Fi!
An American
July 12, 2007
"Nor shall your Glory be forgot,
while Fame her record keeps,
or Honor points to the hallowed spot
where Valor proudly sleeps"
~Theodore O'Hara~
Farewell Marine
Dennis (USMC - Vietnam) & Pam Robertson
July 12, 2007
We are deeply saddened at the loss of this brave young marine, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.
SEMPER FI Lance Cpl Phillip Martini
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06 Anbar Province
SHIRLEY DONEY
July 11, 2007
REST IN PEACE PHILIP, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
July 11, 2007
Phillip is a beautiful Angel in Heaven.....guarding the golden streets of Heaven. God bless his loved ones.
T~
Sister of a Fallen Marine
Yolanda Valdez
July 11, 2007
Another Fallen Hero – We understand what you are experiencing and feeling. We know first hand there are no words of comfort at this time to ease your pain. My heart breaks as I sign another guestbook of such a courageous soldier who gave his life so selflessly. We lost our only son 9~3~2004 at the age of 19, and it fells like yesterday. Just know that you are not alone. There are Marine families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain. Our deepest condolences, sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort in such a difficult time.
Philip ~ My family and I are thankful for your Bravery, Courage, Determination, and Service to fight for our country, (our freedom) from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces. God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and made the ultimate sacrifice. You all will not be forgotten. Thank you. May you rest in peace!
We also have a Marine daughter. We are proud of all of you. I still fly my Marine flag and have my Marine tag and sticker on my vehicles because I am PROUD of my SON, DAUGHTER, and ALL THOSE MILTART MEN and WOMEN out there. I will always be a MARINE. “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 Mom of an American Hero
(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
Michael Iezzi
July 11, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Philip to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Philip in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
marie jones
July 11, 2007
i am deeply saddend by the loss of your love one it breaks my heart to see life with so much promise bought to a end may the god of peace be with your family and give you comfort that will srenghten you
Cory and Mary Orvik
July 10, 2007
We are sorry it took us so long to post an entry for your family member. We are trying to catch up after locating this website. God Bless Legacy.com for allowing us to honor these heroes.
We can't imagine what you have been going through since being notified of the death of your young Warrior. The Military and families all over the USA and world are grieving with you and praying for you. What a very brave individual you have in your family that would give up a life for their homeland and its people so they can remain free. Your Freedom Fighter has served the Country above and beyond the call of duty, let no one ever tell you different. With the mission now completed your Warrior has been redeployed to Heaven to sit on the right hand of the Supreme Commander and Chief. The Father above has Philip in his arms and will give him peace as well as eventually easing your pain and suffering. God speed to you and Lance Cpl. Philip J. Martini, our HERO. We are so proud of them that are willing to sacrifice for this great Nation, THANK YOU.
Army Retired
Dennis Duffner
May 27, 2007
Phil and family,
On this Memorial Day, as the annual rememberance occurs at Memorial JHS, I will be there, remembering a brave Marine who answered the call of his country and gave everything so that we may enjoy Freedom.
Phil Jr. is NOT and NEVER WILL BE
forgotten.
God bless and keep you all.
Michael Videtto
May 27, 2007
I just wanted the family to know on this Memorial Day weekend that you were prayed for today. I received an American Flag today at my church with your sons name on it. Philip will not be forgotton! I am sorry for your loss but am very grateful for your sons bravory and our freedom.
May God bless you all!!
Grateful American,
Michael Videtto Orlando, Fl.
N Martini
May 27, 2007
As the military holiday of Memorial Day approaches, we are to remember all of those who strap up and fight for our freedom. There is not much that I am able to put into words when I think of all of my family that is giving their all like Phillip has. All we can do is honor you by living our lives the best we can because that is what you fought for. Semper Fi, you are not forgotten and never will be.
Garnet Jenkins
April 8, 2007
Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of Lance Cpl. Philip J. Martini, one year ago.
The price this Brave Young Marine and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
Treasure this hero Lord, in Your Garden of Rest,
for while here on earth, he was one of our best.
I pray you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing this country remembers Philip's sacrifice.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Walter Kissel
April 4, 2007
Philip, It has been a year since you made the ultimate sacrifice for God, Country and Corps. Rest in peace my Marine brother, you will never be forgotten.
JOHN MARTINI
March 5, 2007
I recently learned of Philip's death from my eldest brother. I am very sorry for your lose. I also learned that Philip was one my cousins. God bless the Martini family! Love,John
PHYLLIS CAIN
February 20, 2007
TODAY I WAS OUT AND ABOUT IN OUR TOWN, I MET SOME LADIES AND WE TALKED ABOUT OUR COMMINGS AND GOINGS, AND THEN YOUR NAME WAS BROUGHT UP ! SEE, YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOU ARE STILL ON OUR MINDS.
kristine thompson
February 16, 2007
thank you for every thing that you have given. You are everything to me, and you still continue to make me smile
Ma
December 6, 2006
I LOVE YOU MY SON
YOU ARE A GREAT MARINE, AND HAVE AFFECTED SO MANY FRIENDS AND FAMILY BECAUSE OF THE PERSON YOU ARE. YOUR SMILE, YOUR COMPASSION, YOUR INTELLIGENCE, YOUR COURAGE, YOU ARE THE ESSENCE OF A UNITED STATES MARINE! A BOY THAT STEPPED UP TO THE PLATE AND PROVED HIMSELF TO BE A MAN ABOVE THE REST. YOU ARE MY HERO, AND MY ANGEL. MY HEART BURSTS WITH PRIDE WHEN I THINK OF YOUR DECISION TO DO WHATEVER YOUR COUNTRY ASKED OF YOU, WITHOUT COMPLAINT, NO MATTER THE OUTCOME.
GOD BLESSED ME HAVING YOU AS MY CHILD. MY 0311 IN HEAVEN, YOU ARE IN EVERY STEP, EVERY HEARTBEAT, EVERY BREATH I TAKE, UNTIL I SEE YOU ONCE AGAIN. MY BABY LOVE. SEMPER FIDELIS.
Carolyn Smith
November 23, 2006
To Philip Martini's family,
Philip was my first mission as a PGR member in April. I wear his bracelet from the fundraiser and I write to Jennifer in London. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I have you in my thoughts today as your first Thanksgiving with our Savior. May peace be with your family.
My son is a 23 year Marine MSGT. Mark Smith. I am a female veteran.
tiggerflying in the big red cage.
Cheri White
November 12, 2006
Rest in peace my dear cousin. You and your beautiful smile are with me always in my heart and prayers.
Tina Perez
November 8, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sgt Bomba
June 3, 2006
May you forever be as proud of your son as I am. Thank you, Lance Corporal Philip Martini, for serving this great country. Semper Fidelis!
Anthony Martini
May 26, 2006
Fratres Aeterni (Brothers Forever)
larry ornett
May 23, 2006
Your son's next duty station is guarding the streets of heaven. God speed.
Charles Gaspadarek
May 21, 2006
Phillip John Martini, your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. To the entire Martini family, my deepest condolences for your loss.
SrA Charles Gaspadarek USAF
Eglin AFB FL
Nancy Cranston
May 20, 2006
With enormous gratitude, I thank the Martini family for this heart rending sacrifice. Go, in peace to God, Lance Corporal Philip Martini, your loved ones will one day see you again. Semper Fidelis.
Tim Wallace USMC 88-92
May 18, 2006
Semper Fi Philip. Guard the Gates of Heaven as you did your country.
Jackie Ingram
May 5, 2006
Dear Phil Jr:
I met you only once but we will meet again.
My family will never forget that you gave your life to keep our country safe.
Your family now joins the ranks of families across this wonderful country that are now and forever will be connected.
Phil Jr., you and your fallen service men and women are our heroes and I am eternally grateful. Until we meet again, rest in peace.
George Hess
May 4, 2006
Please except my deepest sympathies. I will remember Philip in my prayers.
May 2, 2006
Semper Fi Lcpl Martini. We never met, but you are a United States Marine and that's all that matters to me. Thank you for your sacrifice. May God welcome you to your new duty station.
Cpl. D.L. Guckian
USMC 73-79
Nicole Adkins
May 2, 2006
Rest in sweet peace.
Semper Fi, You will remain in our hearts.
May 2, 2006
May God bless you, John. Thank you for serving and the supreme sacrifice.
Dr. L. E. Morrell
USMC 1960-66
Vietnam '65-'66
Steve Weathersby
May 1, 2006
I did not personally know L/Cpl Martini, but I know what he was made of. Like all other Marines, he was of the highest caliber. I have only one thing to say to him and that is "Semper Fi" Brother. When I see you I'll personally shake your hand and thank you. To his family I say "I am sorry for you loss" and thank God for young men just like him. You must be so proud!
Steve Weathersby
USMC 74-78
John Knochel
May 1, 2006
To the family, I am sorry for your loss, its great men like Philip John Martini that keep us safe at night. SEMPER FI
SSgt J.R. Smith USMC 1979-1989
April 30, 2006
I did not know L/cpl Martini. But, I do know the brotherhood he is a part of. As long as there is a Marine or a former Marine, Philip will live forever.
Semper Fi.
Rick Hower
April 29, 2006
Definition of Hero:
1 - a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability
2 - an illustrious warrior
3 - a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities
4 - one that shows great courage
5 - Philip John Martini giving the ultimate sacrifice for his country
SSgt Rick Hower, USMC (1977-1981, 1987-1993)
Philip Coffman
April 29, 2006
The path you march to Heaven will be shorter and straighter than those you have marched on earth. And at the end of this path are those who have marched before you. God speed brother. I will join you in my time.
Sgt Phil "Akabu" Coffman '72-'82
April 28, 2006
On that day when your pack is the heaviest, when the sun's the hottest, when the brush is the thickest, and the path to the objective is the steepest, and you're not sure that you're going to be able to make it, you're going to look over your shoulder, and, when you do that, at the rear of the column, what are you going to see? You're going to see Lance Corporal Martini. He will be in the midst of the scrap, there to support you, there to hold you up, and there to encourage you.
Trust me, you haven't seen the last of this Marine. When you need him the most, he will be there.
SEMPER FI!
SGT Leese USMC
LCPL LONG
April 28, 2006
I wish you fair winds and following seas, standing your post at the pearly gates. God Speed and forever remain, Semper Fidelis!
robert ballesteros
April 27, 2006
It always breaks my heart when i lose a brother or sister, but i stand head held high to be in the family of such devoted warriors, Americans, Marines! My deepest heartfelt sympathies to the Martini family.
Gunny B.
James Galus
April 27, 2006
Semper Fi, Brother. You and your family are in my daily prayers.
Steven Calvert
April 27, 2006
The streets of heaven are now safer.
Semper-Fi.
Toni Marchie
April 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Family of Sgt.Joseph R. Marchie, USMC, Iraq
Kenya 2002 13MEU Lt.Gen Hailston, Erica & Mike
April 26, 2006
Karen Hinz - Reynolds
April 26, 2006
Dear Laura and Phil and family:
I want to express my sorrow for the loss of your son Philip. May God help you through this loss. An Old Felicitas friend. Karen Hinz (Reynolds)
Nydia Califa
April 26, 2006
God bless your family.
From the family of CPL Joe A. Califa USMC
Don Robinson
April 25, 2006
Semper Fi. You have made the ultimate sacrifice and have served your country with honor. The traditions of the Marine Corps lives on. God bless your family and my prayers are with them.
SSgt D.L. Robinson 1975-1983
Carl Turner
April 25, 2006
Marine, there is no greater honor than to give your live for the freedom of others. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. May the Lord keep you and comfort your loved ones. Semper Fidelis from an old Marine. Sergeant Turner, Chu Lai, Vietnam, 1967-1968.
Lawrence Hess
April 25, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family of a fallen hero and brother Marine. God bless and Semper Fi!
Sgt. Lawrence (Larry) Hess
USMC 1955-1960
Paul Carter
April 25, 2006
Semper Fi from a fellow Marine.
He will be in my prayers.
1970-1992
Marc Gabel
April 25, 2006
Our prayers and deepest sympathy for this family and community.
Semper Fi!
Mike Gabel USMC 1971-1974, Marc Gabel USMC 1974-1978, Chris Gabel USMC 1979-1983.
Virgil Jost
April 25, 2006
GOD BLESS AND SEMPER FI
April 25, 2006
Our prayers and deepest sympathy to your family. Thank God for people like him. God Bless you.
Mike and Sharon Giancarlo & family
proud family of Cpl. Mark 1st LAR Iraq vet USMC
James Willett
April 25, 2006
Semper Fidelis!
Sgt James Willett Jr
93 - 99
Joanne Webb
April 25, 2006
My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your whole family and all of Philip's friends with our deepest sympathy to your family. He is serving a bigger calling and in a much happier and peaceful place in Heaven watching over you and will always be with you and us in spirit.
If you are the same Martini's that have lived there for many years, my name is Joanne (Drewno) I actually was your babysitter and use to sit for you (I believe you may have received my name from a Red Cross class I took to learn CPR and receive a babysitting certification). I remember going upstairs and in one room to the right (if I am recalling correctly) their was the crib where I use to put your baby, potentially Phillip at the time to sleep (I think it was Joey and Philip). We use to walk through the big area in the back to a road and take walks down to Torrance Avenue and back. You had huge Great Dane, that I want to say was called Max (or a large breed), who use to sit on the couch and just adore the boys. I never could believe how gentle he was with them and how much control they had over him for being so young and him so big. I use to think it was the neatest thing that your dog got the royal treatment to be one of the family, as ours only got the floor and to have such joy with the boys - he was like their own horse! I now live in Frankfort and am deeply moved by Philip's passing and his bravery. I am an Allstate Agent now here in Frankfort and my mom and dad (Phyllis and John Drewno still live in Lansing just West on 186th Street in a subdivision behind the condos just west of Torrance) I have two boys of my own and often I remember the energy your boys had (I think I was destined to have boys by all the little ones I learned from back then! The bounding energy they have and I only grew up with girls in my family). Now I am busy entertaining my own and understanding how quickly they grow.
Philip is a hero for all of us. His bravery and commitment will not be forgotton! I will be keeping you and your familly in my prayers and thougths and hope you can find comfort in all of the people like me remembering the good times.
If there is ever an opportunity to say hello, if you are the same people I am remembering, please call me or e-mail and I would love to say hello and offer any help or a donation to a charity on Philip's behalf. In the past I have taken my own kids trick-or-treating and have met up with other families I have babysat like the Banasiak's (Jimmy, Mark and Steven) and the Reich's and the Joey, Elizabeith and Daniel Riley (I believe they mostly went to South, but the Reich's may have went to Illiana).
May God Bless you and help you find peace in your time of sorrow.
Love, Joanne Webb (Drewno) (I graduated in 84)
Paul Murman
April 24, 2006
The loss of a brother Marine touches all Marines, everywhere. Semper Fi, L/Cpl Martini. To the Martini family and Johns friends, please accept my very deepest sympathies. Cpl Paul J. Murman 78-81
Rolland Miller
April 24, 2006
Thank you Philip for being our brother. I look forward to meeting you in the afterlife.
Semper Fi,
Cpl. Rolland Miller
0331 3/6 I. Co. 2d Mardiv
1992-1996
American Legion Post 111,
April 24, 2006
An honor to serve at your funeral ceramony. Rest in peace.
Peter Hoeft
April 24, 2006
Semper Fi, Marine!
God bless to family. He's now guarding the "Pearly Gates!"
GySgt, USMC Retired
larry laurent
April 24, 2006
TO A TRUE AMERICAN HERO GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY
SEMPER FI
USMC VIET NAM 69-72
LARRY LAURENT
Steve Fredericks
April 24, 2006
May God hold you close in your time of sorrow. Thank you for making Philip the kind of man who became a Marine.
J BLAIR RAFTREE
April 24, 2006
SEMPER FI
CPL-USMC
2232250
Todd Hudson
April 24, 2006
SEMPER FI,AND REST IN PEACE MARINE.
CPL.TODD HUDSON USMC 1991-1995
Brian Carroll
April 23, 2006
My family prays for you on the loss of your son Philip. We are a Marine Family and our daughter is now serving. My God hold you in his arm's
The Carroll Family
Brian M. Carroll USMC (Ret)
Nick Hayes
April 23, 2006
To the family of Philip. Thank you for a son like Philip who in the tradition of his country was willing to sacrifice so others can enjoy the freedoms we have known for so long. To Philip, thank you for your service. Your Marine brothers and sisters will honor your sacrifice.
Semper Fidelis and God Bless you.
S/Sgt. Nick Hayes USMC 1967-71
Phyllis Egan
April 23, 2006
To Jim and all the Martini family:
My prayers and thoughts go out to you. Philip is a hero for all of us.
His bravery and commitment will not be forgotton! Our country thanks you and prays with you in your sorrow. Peace and consolation be yours at this difficult time.
Fred Arnold
April 23, 2006
"All gave some...He gave all" God Bless our Fallen Warrior.
Semper Fi Delus,
F. W. Arnold USMC 083078
Ronald Horsham
April 23, 2006
Rest in peace Marine. You are now guarding Heavens Scenes.
M/Sgt Frank S. Valdes Jr.
April 23, 2006
The Marine Corps has lost one of it's very finest. you will never be forgotten always missed. to the Martini Family please know that your son served proudly and executed his duties with eagerness and respectfully. A Marine forever.
Semper Fi.
Ron Fabiani
April 23, 2006
You will not be forgotten Brother,Semper Fi.
Valerie Wehner
April 23, 2006
Martini family, please accept our sympathy for the loss of your son. Our prayers go out to your family. We thank him for his ultimate sacrifice.
We are also a Marine family. My husband served in Vietnam and my son with the 2/24 Golf Co. of Madison,WI. Semper Fi. The Wehner family.
Bob Amsfoff
April 23, 2006
May the lord be with you and your family,Semper Fidelis my brother.
We'll see you in heaven. USMC 68-74
Richard Haskins
April 23, 2006
I mourn the falling of a brother. I am a former Marine and honor the hallowed ground that his mortal body rests, his soul is standing guard in Heaven with all his brother Marines. I thank you Philip for your service and rest peacefully at night because of brave Marines like you that are protecting our country. Semper fi, rest in eternal peace.
William Perdue
April 23, 2006
In heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Please know that Philip is in God's arms and standing proud with his "Brothers" guarding the heavenly realm. My prayers are with you. Sgt. Will Perdue USMC 1966 - 1968
s/sgt Jimmy Smith
April 22, 2006
Thank you for the service and sacrifice you'r son has made for our country and our freedom which is not free.You'r son will never be forgotton.
LukerFamily
April 22, 2006
Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed by God or by your Marine Corps family. Your love for God, Country and Corps is a true measurement of character. God bless you all, Martini family. We appreciate all that your son stood for and know that you all are very proud of him and his accomplishments in the Corps. "Good night Chesty", LCpl Martini and other Marine Angels. Keep the streets of Heaven safe until we all meet again. Semper Fi!
SSGT & Christie Luker and Family
SGT.FRED DANIEL 65/71
April 22, 2006
SEMPER FI TO A FALLEN BROTHER GOD BLESS
Terry Briggs
April 22, 2006
This is an original poem I wrote for a brother Marine that answered the call, I find it comforting and I hope you will also.
The distant call of the bugle.....
As it sounds taps once more.....
So lonely and forlorn is its song.....
As it echoes through the valley.....
Yet none but a few understand.....
The meaning of the call.....
A tribute to the fallen.....
Yet a call to duty for the one.....
To stand their watch at the gate.....
For this is the duty of his path.....
Guarding the pearly gates......
As our brothers past have done.....
Changing the guard as the bugle sounds.....
Dignity and pride fills his heart.....
As he stands his final watch.....
But remember.....
He stands beside you.....
As the distant call of the bugle.....
Sounds taps once more.....
Respectfully.
T. Briggs, USMC ret
Claire Zawistowski
April 22, 2006
Dear Martini Family,
Even though we have never met, I feel as if we are a part of a "family". My daughter's fiancee was killed by an IED in Iraq on Oct. 3, 2005. It is my prayer that you will feel God holding you close to His heart just as He held my family. May you know His peace and comfort during these difficult days.
In His grace,
ROGER VANFOSSEN
April 22, 2006
Sorry for your loss, but know he is with the very best guarding heaven for the rest of his brothers and sisters. Semper Fi SGT Roger Vanfossen
CPL Sincavitch Scott, M.
April 22, 2006
May you stay in God's grace my good friend. I will never forget all the good times we had together. You are and always will be sorely missed. And to the Martini family, your son was a great friend and brother to me. I am glad to have known him and offer my heartfelt condolensces to you.
CPL Sincavitch Scott, M.
April 22, 2006
May you stay in God's grace my good friend. I will never forget all the good times we had together. You are and always will be sorely missed.
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