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Bernard Corpuz Obituary
Cpl. Bernard P. Corpuz, 28, died when his convoy came under enemy small arms fire and an improvised explosive device detonated during combat.
Corpuz was assigned to the 303rd Military Intelligence Battalion, 504th Military Intelligence Brigade in Fort Hood, Texas.
Memories and Condolences
for Bernard Corpuz
229 Entries
Ryan Chaney
May 26, 2025
Thinking of you man. God bless.
Nicolas Morel
October 11, 2024
Hey mon ami, I miss you. Nicolas.
Charlie Gili
October 10, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let you know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We are sending Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Bernard P. Corpuz US Army 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, our family, friends and many 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
Sondra
December 16, 2023
Nick laid a wreath at Arlington for you today. We all miss you brother. Rest in Peace.
Ryan Chaney
May 31, 2021
I think of you everyday man. I miss you
Ray
August 16, 2020
Happy Birthday brother. We miss you
John Parada
July 9, 2019
I miss you brother, your infectious energy and that ridiculous smirk that could disarm anyone and immediately make them your friend. I thank you for your friendship and look forward to rocking out when I see again.
Jake H
October 30, 2018
I miss you, friend. You were the first person to give me a genuine welcome when I walked into the dorm room during my freshman year.
David
August 4, 2018
I deleted my old email account and I was going through some emails you sent me while you were at basic training. They were cracking me up. Thinking about you brother. RIP, and you will be proud of the Raiders. They are finally good again! My birthday is coming up. Still remembered when I turned 21 and we went to Nicks. Oh the good times. Miss you
CPT Ryan Chaney
June 19, 2015
Holding you in my thoughts forever brother.
Timothy Cholfin
August 18, 2014
Hello Everyone,
I was able to contact Bernard's family and deliver the memorial plaque. It was an honor to meet the Corpuz family and I look forward to seeing all of them again.
Jenny Corpuz
August 16, 2014
? Happy Birthday Bernard! ?
This a day that lives strong in the Family since Dad shares the same celebration. As I read messages people have posted, get in contact with people who have stories, see pictures, and just recall memories together, I'm always tearing up.
You were such a great cousin to look up to! Looking forward to when we can be together again! Love You Always & Miss You Every Day!
Timothy Cholfin
January 23, 2014
My name is SFC Timothy Cholfin. I am stationed at Bagram, Afghanistan. Inside the Theatre Intelligence group is a memorial plaque honoring CPL Corpuz's sacrifice. As you have probably heard Bagram AB is getting smaller and the building the plaque is in will be torn down by the end of the year. I want to get this plaque (which is more than just a plaque. It is a tribute to a hero) to his family. Can you help me? My other e-mails are [email protected] or [email protected].
Eric Ramirez
July 3, 2013
Thanks Fitz for telling me about this site. Corpuz, Miss you bro! I heard about the Corpuz Hall out in DLI. Can't wait to see it. I looked through the photos here, I still remember like it was yesterday when we took that picture at the Boxing event. Kneeland, You and Me. (Ramirez not Gonzales) You're Always in our hearts!
Eric Ramirez
Jurell Fitzgerald
July 2, 2013
From the first day of we got assigned rooms at Ft Hauchuca and we talked about metal I knew we would become quick friends, How I wish that day in Orgune would have ended better for you. You are still one of the best human beings I have ever known and I think of you ever time I listen to Manowar. As a man of faith I can only hope gods army got a little stonger the day you passed
CPT Ryan Chaney
June 11, 2013
Hey Buddy, I think about you everyday and promise to never stop doing so. Now 28 years old myself I reflect often on how you took it as your responsibility to take a young 19-20 year old Private under your wing and show me the ropes once I got to DLI. You had no reason to do such a thing but you did it anyway because you were just flat out a good person with a kind soul. I use that lesson every time I see a fresh face lost without direction or any guidance upon which I then follow your lead and help them out anyway I can. This lesson you taught me by your actions have been instrumental in not only my career but my life as well and I just want to say thank you.
Marisela Rivas
May 25, 2013
Thinking of you my friend. I think of you often. You've always been my hero and inspiration to work hard and succeed. You will never be forgotten, you have left a permanent impression in our hearts.
James Mills
May 24, 2013
This Memorial Day weekend as on every Memorial Day weekend in the past 7 or so years, I pause and reflect on the wonderful man Bernard was and how he gave us the ultimate sacrifice. Brother, we will never forget your humor, your heart and your warrior spirit. Hail!
Peggy Childers
June 14, 2012
June 11, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. Bernard Corpuz:
Always remembering Bernard. "Some gave all."
Joanna Ross
May 29, 2012
In honor of Corporal Bernard Corpuz '95, a hall at the garrison at the Defense Language Institute will be dedicated as "Corpuz Hall" on Friday, June 22, at 11:00 A.M. Corporal Corpuz was killed in action in Ghazni, Afghanistan on June 11, 2006. If you would like to attend and pay your respects, please contact Palma by June 10th so we can inform the DLI Protocol Office.
SPC Alexander Blais
May 28, 2012
Thinking of you today. I have dog tags with your name and and Creighton's name hanging in my car that go with me everywhere I go. A friend of ours made them for me and I think of you both every day. I regret not keeping in contact after graduating DLI but I never forgot you.
January 12, 2012
I'm always thinking of you when I look up at the sky. I love you and miss you Cousin Bernard! I know you're watching out for the Family and you know how we each keep you close. Continue to Guide us with Dad's advice too.
Love You!
*Jenny*
Ray Lee
January 11, 2012
One of my friend's best friends died over new year's, and through all the consoling, it's made me think of how difficult it's been to lose such a amazing person and friend. Even though we'll always mourn your passing, we'll continue rocking in your memory. Much love, brother.
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Bernard Corpuz:
Please accept my remembrance of Bernard on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
James Mills
May 30, 2011
Today we remember our fallen heroes, and I remember my brother Bernard. You are missed today and every day. May your heavy metal light shine down on us from on high and help us remember what it means to truly live!
"The brightest flame burns quickest...." - James Hetfield
May 28, 2011
Here is a Facebook page I made. Simple...
http://www.facebook.com/pages/In-memory-of-Bernard-Paul-Corpuz/157574480975375
Katie Clark
May 27, 2011
Bernard,
Memorial Day weekend is here and this day does not pass without thoughts of you and all of the fallen heores. I miss you, but I smile whenever I think about you. You brought so much joy and happiness to my life. I hate what happened to you, you should still be here laughing and spreading happiness to everyone you come into contact with. As i'm bbq'ing and enjoying the start of summer, your memory will be close to my heart.
Matthew Jones
May 26, 2011
I can't believe it's been almost 5 years. Bernard, you're always in my thoughts.
Danielle Pashone-Frisco
May 1, 2011
Bernard,
Tonight we found out that Bin Laden has been killed. Your last letter to me said "We WILL get revenge for 9/11, and it feels good to be a part of that." I can feel how happy you are, drinking your well-deserved Guiness in Heaven. I love and miss you every day, my dear friend--and I celebrated a victory that you were a part of tonight. Thank you.
In Memerence of CPL Bernard Corpuz
Anthony Riojas
March 25, 2011
Benard, hay bro it has been some time scince Ghazni Afghanistan. I hope to meet your family some day and share any information that I have. To this day I still carry part of you with me, recovering your hit HUMMV. I remember the whole day as the calls came through the radio. My hart sunk. You were missed by many people at FOB Ghazni. God Bless...
Jenny Corpuz
February 27, 2011
Hi Cousin Bernard! Writing in here is my way of communicating with you. Spoke to Uncle today and we talked about family. I know you are watching over me, and the family, along with everyone you liked, cared for, and love...so with everything that's been happening, please continue to guide us all; everything may not make sense to us while it's happening but it's happening for a reason. I was ready to see you and my Dad but I guess that wasn't the plan. While I'm still here, watch and guide me! I love and miss you!
Marisela Rivas
December 24, 2010
Missing you Bernard. You and your family are in my thoughts and in my heart. I still have the Christmas present I gave to you and were'nt able to take with you. I'm saving it for you. I miss you very much and smile when I think of the fun we had. Merry Christmas
Jamie Courrejou-Sgheiza
December 23, 2010
Thinking about you this holiday season. We all miss you and think about you often.
James Mills
December 9, 2010
I miss my brother. Gone but never forgotten you are. The world is a lesser place without you in it, man. I ask myself often why God would take such a bright light away from us so soon, but I guess he works in mysterious ways. Heaven or Valhalla, wherever you are, hope to see you someday. Hail!
Ryan Pereira
November 11, 2010
Happy Veterans Day bro. On this day, and many others, I think of you and thank you.
Brian Courrejou
November 2, 2010
Miss you everyday, buddy! I still tell people stories about you all the time. They all say the same thing: "I wish I could have met him."
Nichelle Johnson
October 15, 2010
I met your grandmother a year go at Vons where she was buying some flowers. She was pretty upset and she told me about you... It was fate, or God, or something... as every year i paint a soldier, a hero, who is no longer with us. I made her a promise I would paint your portrait this year- she wanted me to send it to your mom. Im using one of the photos I found here, I hope you don't mind. I dont know where i will send your portrait when Im finished, but I hope it will bring your family comfort, and honor the amazing person you are.
~Nichelle
Jenny Corpuz
August 16, 2010
Happy Birthday Cousin! Hope you and my dad are celebrating up there with all the other loved ones! We miss you! After all these years, I still think of you...can't believe the time that has passed since the day I last saw you...our picture together is a constant reminder of how precious our time here is with each other. I know the family is remembering you today. It's never easy to do when we realize we can't see/hug you like you're here with us but it's not hard to start laughing and smiling at the memories you left behind either. I love you!
Jennifer Corpuz
June 12, 2010
Four years Bernard! All of us are still missing you. Please continue to watch over all of us. Love you!
Janet Corpuz
June 11, 2010
All the fun and beautiful memories of you bring tears to my eyes. I love and miss you so much.
David Vong
June 11, 2010
Bernard,
I will never forget the friendship we shared together in college. You were a great friend and an amazing person. You were full of life and made me strive to become a better person. I will never forget the ultimate sacrifice you made for this country. I miss you friend.
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Bernard Corpuz:
Remembering Bernard 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
Our last picture together April 2006
Jenny Corpuz
May 31, 2010
Hi Bernard!
It's Memorial Day, 2010, and I am thinking of you. The family is always talking about you and we keep the memories very close. Everytime I see a flag, I think of you. Everytime I hear the National Anthem, I think of you. Everytime I see a soldier, I think of you. Everyday I see the picture of you and I on the last time I ever saw your face and I always think of what happened, how we've gotten through it all, and how different things would be if you were still with us. Everything happens for a reason, even though it makes no sense while it's happening...but the comfort in all of this is that we know you are watching over all of us. Thank you for all that you have done for our country, you will never be forgotten and thank you for the memories you created with the family, it is now how we remember you. I love you and miss you SO MUCH.
Matt Reed
May 31, 2010
Hi Bernard,
Just wanted to take a moment to remember you today. I know Jenn thinks about you a lot and we talk about you often. We know that you are in Heaven watching over and protecting us and that makes us so happy. We pray for you and your mother, especially today, on this day of rememberance of all those like you, who gave the ultimate sacrifice for the rest of us. Thank you and may God take care of you and your loved ones. God Bless You, and God Bless America.
Mr. and Mrs. Lopez
May 28, 2010
Dear Bernard:
We can't stop thinking about you every time we see a soldier, an athlete and we see you in the eyes of every good friend. God gave us the opportunity to meet you in college and we are very lucky for that.
We have visited your memorial at Univ. of La Verne and we promise we'll visit you in Arlington one day. May you rest in peace for eternity. You are and will always be our hero. Thank you!
Ps. You were right, we were meant to be with each other, we are now married.
May 10, 2010
CPL Corpuz the 35M ALC Classes of 10-007 and 10-008 have chosen you to honor in the halls of NCO's at the NOCA at Ft. Huachuca, Az. There were many students in the class who knew you. Even a soldier who had attended AIT and DLI with you. Several who served with you. Please know that you are missed and will forever be honored as an NCO in our halls.
35M ALC Class 10-007 and 10-008
Angela Miller
May 10, 2010
A memorial dedicated to you at the NCOA for 35M
Angela Miller
May 10, 2010
Jeremy Thompson
May 9, 2010
Hey buddy,
Going on four years now. Its Mother's Day and I can't help but think about your mom. I know she means the world to you and I hope she's doing okay this Sunday. I miss you man, think about you often.
Agke Grow
April 25, 2010
Just thinking about you, Bernard. I know your memory lives on with a lot of people, and I am glad I had the chance to meet you back in school. Thank you for your service, and we all miss you.
Ray Lee
August 17, 2009
Happy Birthday Bernard. Wish you, me, Stew, and Spiteri were all celebrating ours together with Guinnesses and vodka. Love you dude.
Bernard a few days before he left for Afghanistan, Dec 2005
August 11, 2009
Alexander Blais
June 12, 2009
wow, Corpuz, it's been three years since we lost you. All of your battle buddies and I remember you as if we had just seen you yesterday. That, if anything, is a true testiment to you character. We all miss you greatly and will never forget how great of a friend you were to us all.
Jenny Corpuz
June 11, 2009
Bernard,
Today marks your 3 year anniversary. Not only was it a day I will never forget, but it was a day that our family will never forget. We talk about you often and we know you are watching over us. Matt's niece, Samantha, was born today. Life is beautiful and death is inevitable; I just think you were taken too soon. We all miss you and still continue to love you. With Love, your Cousin.
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Bernard Corpuz:
Bernard 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
Katie Clark
May 24, 2009
I cannot believe it's been almost 3 years since i last received an email or letter from you. I'll never forget the times that we had, i have so many wonderful memories of our time together :)I often think of where we'd be if things had turned out differently, but God knows what he's doing. He brought us together, even if only for a little while.I now know that He knew that i would need your help with the challenges that i faced in the last few years. Thank you for all that you taught me in our short time together. I will always treasure what we shared, those memories will be with me forever!
DOS/ GS-12 David Willis
May 15, 2009
A few years have passed and a few tours overseas, yet I do not forget the outstanding young man you were and the ultimate sacrifice you made. I thank you again for your choice to serve your country and your family in such an honorable way. I thank your family again for making you into the man you were. God Bless and Prayers.
Cozette Haggerty
May 14, 2009
Re: CPL Bernard Corpuz
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,800 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!
Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls
Cozette Haggerty
May 14, 2009
Re: CPL Bernard Corpuz
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,800 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!
Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls
Kenna Larra
April 7, 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 1,450 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,
Kenna
David Sawyer
November 16, 2008
It seems so long since I last talked to you. You were always a good friend no matter how much someone screwed up or who they angered. You were you and you never let anyone tell you different. I have never been around someone with so much enthusiasm and desire that it actually became contagious. Working or competing with you was such a joy because your dedication brought the best out in everyone. You are truly missed and loved by all of us that knew you. We can never express enough gratitude for what you did. You were my friend, no matter what and I always appreciate that. I am just sad that i never got to say thank you or goodbye. Someday we will meet again and then we all can tell you this. Rest in Peace my friend
SPC Daniel Nary
November 9, 2008
To the Corpuz Family,
I served in the same task force as Bernard but I don't recall ever meeting him. I was not even in country when he died but I could definately see the sadness in the eyes of his Company and the Battalion leadership when I returned. I hope my small entry here to pay my respects along with all the others here and those who do think of him often continues to bring you comfort.
God Bless
Ashley McCoy
July 15, 2008
I never had the privelege to meet Bernard but I feel like I do somewhat after these last two years. I was his Company Executive Officer in Afghanistan (I deployed later on, this is why we never met).
I remember the moment I found out. The reality of our profession is very hard to grasp at times but this made it very clear. The loss of a Soldier, let alone a great Soldier and Man (which I would find out not long after learning about his death) is one of the hardest things that another Soldier will ever have to endure. More feared than our own death is that of our brothers and sisters. At first we heard that he was wounded and was being cared for. This was slight relief, but not enough. Hours later, we learned he had passed. My stomach sunk. I had to excuse myself to cry. I didn't know him, but the feeling of sadness overcame me. I couldn't imagine what pain his loved ones must have felt.
Eventually the company knew about Bernard's death and it really shook us up. So many people there had so much love for him. We all heard eachother tell stories and sing praise about him. His compassion, his cheer, his love for music and his spirituality. I got to know Bernard a little bit better.
I do know that his family must be amazing though. I remember not long after he died, his mom sent us cookies. I was just thinking, "wow, she must be a wonderful woman to send us cookies."
Last year on the anniversary of his death, I was called on to be the Casualty Notification Officer for another fallen Soldier in Spokane, WA. I went to this Soldier's house and told his parents that he had died from an IED in Iraq. These two days were the hardest days of my life. Its amazing how a life can be so greatly impacted by the spirit of another that wasn't even known in life. Not a day goes by that I don't think of Bernard and I think this is why I feel I've gotten to know him better in the last couple of years. He has changed my perspective on alot of things. I only hope that I am living up to the sacrifice that he made each and every day. Thank you Bernard for making me a better person and for what you've given to everyone else and this county. God bless you, your family and friends.
David Vong
June 13, 2008
Bernard,
I was really glad I had a chance to see your memorial in Alrington, VA. I am so proud of you and everything you have done. I can't believe it's been four years since we graduated college. Also, when we celebrated my 21 birthday at Nick's and you bought me a bottle of yeager. I will always remember that night, because I got so my crap from the bartender for throwing up next to his car. haha... Every year passes by, all of your friends from La Verne think about all of the great times we had with you. I will never forget the friendship we had, and the time we spend together. I miss you buddy.
-Vong
2LT Ryan Chaney
June 13, 2008
Bernard,
It seems like yesterday when I first met you out at DLI and you took me and Behlar and showed us the ropes around Bravo Company as we were just a couple of kids fresh out of Basic Training. You are one of the nicest guys I ever had the pleasure of meeting and I wear a tribute bracelet with your name on it to honor the sacrifice you made. Thank you for everything you have done.
Corpuz in his room at Ft. Huachuca
June 12, 2008
Kneeland, Corpuz & Gonzalez - Boxing match at Ft. Huachuca
June 12, 2008
Matt Reed
June 12, 2008
Bernard,
I never got the pleasure of meeting you, but I feel as though I know you. You were such a big part of Jenn's life, that the stories she tells paint a very clear picture of the man you were. A man that earned the respect of those around him. I sign this book to honor you, but also to show my support and love to your cousin, Jenny. I love her with all my heart, and I promise you, Bernard, that I will do my best to always treat her with respect and love. May your soul rest in peace and may the lives of those you touched find comfort in the fact that you lived a meaningful, glorious life, and are now resting with the Angels in God's Kingdom.
Jenny Corpuz
June 11, 2008
Bernard,
Another year. It doesn't get easy. I still think of the call my sister gave to me to tell me the news. I keep your picture next to my bed, it was the last one we took together. I talk about you often and think about you even more. It doesn't seem real that two years has come and gone so quickly but it has and I still miss you so much. I find comfort that you are up there with my dad and other loved ones watching out for all of us, guiding us...I love you Bernard.
In Memory of Bernard Paul ~ (Debra Estep)
June 11, 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 Bernard, 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
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Danielle Pashone
June 10, 2008
As June 11 rolls around again, I can't believe it has been another year. Sometimes it hurts like it was yesterday. Last year on June 11, not only was I saddened by the day, but I had to put my dog to sleep that I had for almost 15 years. Now, I am a very logical person and am on the fence about anything supernatural and whether or not I believe it....The vet came out to the car and as my dogs head lay in my lap I closed my eyes to blink away a tear and then I heard and saw Bernard--he was standing there in his sweatpants and leather jacket, long hair and that huge smile. He was calling my dog who ran to him so fast--they were both happy and excited. This only lasted a split second but I don't think it was my imagination. The truth is we never lost the guy that always looked out for us, he still does--I knew my dog who had protected me my whole life was in the best possible hands and I felt peace. We are of course thankful for the ultimate sacrifice he made defending our freedom, and that we had our lives enriched by knowing him--but I now realize how thankful I am for the man that still looks out for me. I hope that knowing this brings peace to all of you as well.
May 30, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Corpuz!
Sarah (Chanley) Tuttle
April 30, 2008
Bernard's heroism and courage has not and will not be forgotten. I will be running in honor of Bernard on August 24th. I find this especially fitting as I met on the track my freshman year at Notre Dame. I might have to blast Danzig's 'Mother' as I run. Then I will be able to hear Bernard's voice singing it...
http://runforthefallen.org/
Alexander Blais
March 10, 2008
Bernard,
I just returned from my trip to Washington, DC. This time I was fortunate enough to make the trip to Arlington Cemetery and see you. You were an amazing guy and there is no doubt that you are looking down on us from above. I took some great pictures in the cemetary. I met the mother of the Soldier buried next to you and I finally had the proper chance to grieve the loss of one of the best men I ever knew. I will always remember being stationed with you in California and will never forget your sense of humor, your smile, or the day I caught you cleaning the back of your refridgerator witha q-tip in Bravo Company because you were so bent on passing that inspection lol. I'm so glad to have positive memories of you and you will never be forgotten. God Bless you and God Bless your mother.
Katie Clark
November 12, 2007
Bernard,
I still think about you all the time. It's still hard for me to believe that you are gone. It especially hits me hard on days of significance, like Veteran's Day. You are a hero in my mind, and i will never forget the sacrifice that you made for our country. I have a pretty good life, and i know that you are up there watching over me. I hope you know that i loved you so much, and you loving me helped me to be able to open my heart up to someone else. I will always hold close to my heart the time that we shared and the memories that we made. I know we will meet again one day. Until that day comes i'm going to continue to live my life in a way that would make you proud.
Nicolas, Whitesnake, Bernard and James in Isla Vista, CA
October 18, 2007
Bernard on his last trip to Salinas.
October 18, 2007
August 17, 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)
Jennifer Corpuz
August 16, 2007
Happy Birthday Cousin. I miss you. We all do. Rest in peace...Love always, Jenny.
SPC David Martin
August 14, 2007
Corpuz, whether he realized it or not, was in inspiration in Afghanistan. Among all the negativity, there was never a time you couldnt find him smiling and enjoying what he was doing. It was a great feeling to connect with someone from back home, learn how to enjoy life and always keep your feet grounded. I know Bernard's family are aware how great of a man they raised and lived with and I feel very privileged to have known him for the short time I did. RIP Brother - You will never be forgotten!
July 30, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Corpuz and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
nicolas morel
July 8, 2007
Hi Bernard,
When thinking about you, I will always remember the great time we had back in 2003 at La Verne University, when I came from France to study for one semester and met you, White Snake, and all the others. Yo showed me the good side of American way of life, and you are a true example of what being proud, hardcore and honest means, and what it takes to live this way. Time and events had separated us these last years, and I learned recently you have left us. Even if we don't walk on the same side of life, your example, your words and your goals will stay forever along my steps. Rest in Peace Brother. Nicolas.
Bob McMahon
July 5, 2007
Bernard, I will always remember you my friend. I can still remember you coming into the post office every day asking if any mail came in. I'm sure God has prepared a special place for such a fine person.
Sgt McMahon the Postmaster
Emily Allinson
June 11, 2007
Cpl. Bernard Corpuz-
Unfortunately I never knew you before you went overseas. But you were good friends with one of my good friends, and he talked of you frequently. By the sounds of it, you were an amazing man and you brought great honor to your country by going overseas to fight for it. Whenever I think of a true soldier, you will come to mind. I only wish that America had more men like you. We will use this day to honor you and all of your accomplishments. May you rest in peace, Cpl. Corpuz.
SPC Roger Kneeland
June 11, 2007
Hey Corpuz,
It's been a year, man. Can't believe it. I still remember when I first heard about it. I remember where I was, and what I was doing. You really made a big impact on my life. Seems like just last week we were waiting for a taxi to show up to take us into the majestic metroplis of Sierra Vista. Talking about Man O War and Iron Maiden. I really miss you, man. Thanks for being such a good friend when I really needed one. Take it easy, bro.
CPT J.B. Hur
June 9, 2007
I did not know Bernard, but I worked alongside his company commander in Bagram, Afghanistan. I commanded another company in the same battalion and our hearts sank when we heard one of our own was killed on June 11, 2006.
I remember seeing fellow soldiers around the B-Huts crying, consoling one another as they all talked about him. I had always participated in the Fallen Comrade Ceremonies held on base, but it was especially painful to see my own soldiers grieving over another.
At Bernard’s memorial service in Bagram, his commander and friend delivered moving eulogies. They spoke about him and suddenly we knew him and we were all connected to him. There was not an empty chair or a dry eye in the church and we all knew we hadn’t just lost a hero but a brother and a friend. Bernard would turn out to be the only casualty in the battalion.
I still have the program from Bernard’s memorial service and although I did not have the privilege of meeting him, I will never forget his ultimate sacrifice. He was one of MY soldiers that day and I will remember him for the rest of my life.
We recently had our “Freedom Salute” at our Washington Army National Guard Armory this past Sunday and although Bernard was not a National Guardsman or from our State, he was recognized at the end of our ceremony as one of our own and all of the emotion came rushing back.
I can’t believe it’s been a year since his passing, but the memory is still fresh in my mind.
I wish I had met you Bernard and I thank you for everything that you’ve done.
Steve Kang
June 6, 2007
Your memorial day is coming up Bernard... The 11th of June is SPC Bernard Paul Corpuz Memorial Day. It's your day.
It seems like such a long time has passed since this time last year. Exactly a year ago at this time, you'd probably be asking me to go play cards with the other guys.
But we're back from Afghanistan. You are too. You came home with us, but you unselfishly left a part of you there, in the country that you showed altruism to. It's crazy man... You're still first and foremost in my thoughts, and never does a day go by when I don't have a moment of remembrance for you.
I wrote a poem for you a while back, and hopefully it posted below... I felt it got across the point better than my ramblings in this note.
Jonathan Hambaugh
May 28, 2007
You know that you have touched so many lives in your short amount of time lived on this earth, but as an old friend told me, its not how many days you live, its how full of a life that you lived, and I am a firm believer that you lived a full life, just on the account of how many people you have touched in such a short amount of time. You will forever be in my heart and I will never forget you, continue on strong soldier....
Jonathan Hambaugh
Fort Bliss, Texas
Kelsey Lourie
May 27, 2007
May your memory be eternal!
Marisela Rivas
April 12, 2007
I have been to to this site a few times since last year but this is my first entry. Bernard was one of the most sincerely genuine person I have ever met and a good friend. I'm sitting here in tears missing my friend. Reading all these entries have made me smile knowing that Bernard has left such an awesome impression on everyone who he's come in contact with. I've always said even before he was gone that if you met Bernard you'd know him. Meaning he's the kind of person that you never forget once you meet him. I met Bernard in 2000 and we were insta friends lol. We worked together at the bakery, hung out together, took classes together. He was the only friend I had that I could take to dinner at my parents then to a metal party with my friends. My parents still remember him as my handsome long haired friend with the perfect manners.
My condolences to his family, I know Bernard loved and respected you more than anything in the world. One day I'll see my friend again and we'll drink a beer together the "Manowar way".
Leo Corpuz
March 24, 2007
Condolence
Jonathan Hambaugh
February 28, 2007
Mr. Corpuz, you are not forgotten, you know that, but that is the problem, you have touched so many lives in such a short time, GOD must have thought that you lived a full life, Im not one to question GOD's judgement, but it would be nice if you were back here with us though you will be keeping our seats warm for when we arrive. I wish I had more memories with you than those of which took place at a club or bar, but I will take whatever I can get. Take it easy my brother from another mother, I will always keep you in my prayers, and since you are with the big man himself, put in a good word for me please. Thanks, and I will see you later.....
Jon Hambaugh
Fort Bliss Field Office
Texas
408-398-4953
Jenn Corpuz
February 27, 2007
I miss you...
Glen
February 21, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Dominique Cannon
December 12, 2006
I had the pleasure of training and deploying with B. I'm definately grateful for the opportunity of getting to know him. Just like he did for a lot of people, Corpuz blessed me with great memories and good times I'll never forget and will continue to share in the future. He was an awesome guy full of dedication and pride in everything he did. I can't say I'll miss him because he hasn't left my heart and he never will. My prayers go out to Bernard's family and his loving girlfriend, Katie.
R. Eiler Henrickson
October 6, 2006
Hey Corpuz. It's Henrickson. I just heard the news today from Don Sampsell. I was in Bagram when it happened, but I never heard your name.
I can't put into words what it meant to me to see a smiling face every day at PT on the football field. I told myself I didn't have it in me, but you turned me right around.
You still owe me a beer.
Merci beaucoups, mon ami. Tu es un soldat vrai.
John Halliday
September 21, 2006
It was not until today that heard about Bernard's death. When I read about his death in the ULV newspaper I was shocked. Even though I'm filled with grief over his death, I can't help but smile over the great friendship I had with him.
I met Bernard during my Freshman year at the University of La Verne. We immediatley hit off a great friendship(we were both into heavy metal, as will as held a deep pride to our celtic heritage). I'll always remember Bernard as being a carrying, intellectual person, who had a sharp witt.
I'll miss you buddy
Tandis Morgan
September 17, 2006
I only just found out about this tragic loss on a rare visit to the University of La Verne today, and it's already made more of an impact on me than I could ever have guessed. I met Bernard while attended ULV and liked him immediately. He lived two doors down from me in Brandt Hall. I can't say I've ever met anyone quite like him, and I loved him for that. Such individuality seemed a rare and precious thing at that place and time, so I cherished every minute I got to spend with Bernard. One of my favorite memories of him is one day when coming home to Brandt, I saw him walking a little way in front of me, beautiful long black hair flowing. I shouted a hello, and in true Bernard fashion, he didn't return my hello, but instead flashed his infectious smile, held a clenched fist in the air and yelled, "rock on!" then dissapeared into the dorm. Bernard, thanks for adding a little more flavor to this world and to my life. I will truly miss you.
Mia Moore
September 5, 2006
Breeenaad, I will miss you! We only had great times, and that is what I will always remember you for.
I thank God for your friendship and your smile.
I will always remember your beautiful long black hair that you had when I met you in Brandt Hall @ ULV. I will never forget how you would play "Eye of the Tiger" every single day to get yourself going!!! That song has special meaning to me.
Our security here comes at the highest price. Thank you for your life and your bravery.
You are very loved and will be missed by many.
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