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Leroy Segura Obituary
He is survived by his parents, Leroy and Sandra Segura of Clovis; a sister, Michele Segura of Mountain Home, ID; two brothers, Jake Segura and Symon Segura, both of Clovis; his grandmother, Celia Martinez of Ft. Sumner; a nephew, Andrew Martinez; eight uncles, Sandy Martinez, Randy Martinez, Gabriel Baca, Andy Martinez, Fred Segura, Benny Segura, Lorenzo Segura and Alex Segura; and one aunt, Yolanda Benagay.
A rosary has been scheduled for Sunday, August 13, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 14, 2006, with Father Carlos Chavez and Father Sotero Sena officiating. Burial will follow at Ft. Sumner Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of ECHO CO 2/7 IN BN CBTEN, with honors provided by ALPHA CO 717TH DISTRO CO BSB CSB (ME)-. Honorary pallbearers will be Jake Segura, Jerome Segura, Lorenzo Segura, Andy Martinez, Timothy Segura. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Clovis. Arrangements are by Muffley Funeral Home, Clovis, NM. (505) 762-4435. www.muffleyfuneralhome.com
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Calvin Chavez
June 25, 2021
I remember meeting you in Ft. Benning (362nd Eng.) Before your deployment to Iraq. R.I.P sir.
Chavez (36th Eng)
M Odom
August 6, 2020
It’s been 14 years today since I got the call. Our family misses you dearly, especially my brother. Driving into New Mexico today I couldn’t help but think what your life would be like today or how much better ours would be to still have you in it. I’m honored to have finally visited you today and to have brought my kids and tell them stories about what a special person you are and some of the fun times we shared. Your resting place speaks volumes of how important you were to so many people. You’ll never be forgotten!
M Odom
August 6, 2020
It’s been 14 years today since I got the call. Our family misses you dearly, especially my brother. Driving into New Mexico today I couldn’t help but think what your life would be like today or how much better ours would be to still have you in it. I’m honored to have finally visited you today and to have brought my kids and tell them stories about what a special person you are and some of the fun times we shared. Your resting place speaks volumes of how important you were to so many people. You’ll never be forgotten!
M Odom
August 6, 2020
It’s been 14 years today since I got the call from Eric telling me you were gone. Our family misses you dearly, especially my brother. Driving into New Mexico today I couldn’t help but think what your life would be like today or how much better ours would be to still have you in it. I’m honored to have finally visited you today and to have brought my kids and tell them stories about what a special person you are and some of the fun times we shared. Your resting place speaks volumes of how important you were to so many people. You’ll never be forgotten!
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Mitchell Odom
August 6, 2020
It’s been 14 years today since I got the call from Eric telling me you were gone. Our family misses you dearly, especially my brother. Driving into New Mexico today I couldn’t help but think what your life would be like today or how much better ours would be to still have you in it. I’m honored to have finally visited you today and to have brought my kids and tell them stories about what a special person you are and some of the fun times we shared. Your resting place speaks volumes of how important you were to so many people. You’ll never be forgotten!
February 15, 2019
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Jace
February 15, 2019
You were and are my God parent. I've seen pictures of us but I was very small, just a baby and I'm 13 now. Wish I could've known you better. My mom says you were her best friend and the only person she could tell anything to and you would confide in her to. I can only hope that I have a friendship like you 2 had. You never met my brother but he knows alot about you and sees your pictures and says that you are his God parent too. It's funny and cute he is only 9. I hope you are happy where you are and are watching over our family. You sound like someone I would like to hang out with and get good advice from. Well that's all I can say.
February 15, 2019
Miss your friendship still. Miss you calling me sis. Wish you could see my boys now. We are gearing up to do a small celebration for your birthday next month. Hope you're watching from above. And thanks for being a good friend. You'll never be forgotten.
T Joiner
January 25, 2018
Think of you often. Wish like hell you were still here. You were my best friend and always will be. Your God son is growing up and I know your watching over my boys. I still read emails from you and they still make me laugh even though I can't email back. You ment a lot to me and helped me through tough times. You will always be alive I'm my heart and mind. Miss you buddy. Your birthday is coming soon and don't think I don't remember our big 35 year old birthday pact we made as a joke but I won't let you down. I don't know why I think I'm talking to you right now...crazy tears are falling now. Miss your face. So glad I have pictures and my memories.
Gary Evans
November 16, 2016
Been a long time since we were promoted together, miss ya buddy.
Matthew "Doc" Ransom
November 1, 2016
Not a day goes by that I don't think about our time together in iraq. I miss you brother. Willing and able. Till Valhalla. Doc Ransom
Linda Hernandez
March 23, 2016
JR
Thinking about you. Yesterday was your birthday. Sending love and hugs up to heaven for you.
James Lockridge
September 20, 2012
It has been over six years and I still think about Leroy. He was an amazing leader and dedicated Soldier who served his country with great honor and intergrity. I was proud to be his company commander when he was part of the 3rd Infantry Divsion. We will never forget.
Peggy Childers
August 4, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Leroy Segura:
Always remembering Leroy. "Some gave all."
kevin hornbuckle
August 4, 2012
To the segura family I want express my heartfelt condolences for your loss. I had the distinct pleasure of serving with Leroy and getting know him. He was selfless soldier that made the ultimate sacrifice. I have Leroy and your family in my heart and prayers. Never will 4 Aug be without the great memory and celebration of Leroy! You will always be in my prayers and thoughts.
Peggy Childers
August 4, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Leroy Segura:
Please accept my remembrance of Leroy on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
June 20, 2011
I want to say thank you for your service and god bless the seguro family. We know your loss is hard but Sgt. Leroy Seguro will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. ( Gare-Bare; IRON SOLDIERS- Childress,Tx.)
Peggy Childers
August 5, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Leroy Segura:
Remembering Leroy 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
Peggy Childers
August 5, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Leroy Segura:
Leroy 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
One of the many times you made time to come by and say hello when you were in town. Love you JR.
July 17, 2009
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Linda Hernandez
July 17, 2009
JR thank you for coming to see me every time you were here on leave. That always stays on my mind. You will always be remembered in my heart. Comfort feeling to know that your family used the photo I took of you the last time I saw you just before you went back to work. Thank you for your sacrifice. I love you and God Bless You
Johnathan Steil
October 26, 2008
JR and myself ran Cross Country togehter our Soph year. We became friends and I would pick him up and take him home all the time. I hadn't talked to him since he joined and was telling me he might come to Ft. Leavenworth where we could hang out. Since then I havent talked to him in about 8 years. It saddens me to have stumbled upon this tragic loss two years after it happened and will greatly affect my outlook on life. Thank you JR for your service and your friendship.
SSG Cory Winn
October 16, 2008
I will see you on the high ground brother>
Bluemoon
August 6, 2008
John 3:16 "For god so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish,but have everlasting life." A true christan foundation. We will see you again! This time it will be for eternity! Keeping the Faith!!
Linda Hernandez
August 5, 2008
God Bless You JR. Still missing you.
Odom
August 4, 2008
Still missing you Segura! Not a day goes by that I don't look at your picture and wish our friend was still here to share the joys of life. We love you!
Penelope Wakeman
August 4, 2008
Our family shares this day with you in that we lost our hero on August 4th as well. I just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and we're sending you prayers of peace and comfort, today, and everyday.
In Memory of ~JR - Leroy Segura ~ (Debra Estep)
August 4, 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 JR, 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Margaret Segura-Chavira
July 5, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Leroy Segura,
It is with much sadness that I stumbled across this website. I, too, am a Segura from Belen, NM. I was doing some geneology research when I came across this memorial for Sgt. Segura. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your great loss. By all accounts, Sgt. Segura was a man of honor. His journey and willingness to fight for us makes me proud to be a Segura. God bless you and give you comfort.
June 1, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Segura!
Linda Hernandez
May 12, 2008
Thinking about you JR. Love you, miss you much.
Daniel Tate
April 16, 2008
And Shepherds we shall be For thee, my Lord, for thee. Power hath descended forth from Thy hand Our feet may swiftly carry out Thy commands. So we shall flow a river forth to Thee And teeming with souls shall it ever be. In Nomeni Patri Et Fili Spiritus Sancti.
I served in iraq with him when he did he was a close friend and i liked up to him. I miss him everyday and i still cant forget im am in deep regret and sarrow for his family.
Kelly Jeletic
March 14, 2008
Please know Sgt. Segura is still in thoughts and prayers. We pulled his name at church a few weeks ago and our family prays for him, his colleagues, his friends, and loved ones every day! He's our hero!
segura at home with us
December 11, 2007
August 19, 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)
Mitchell Odom
August 2, 2007
Its been almost one year now and we still love him and miss him dearly. Not a week has gone by that I haven't thought of Segura and wished with all my heart that he was still here. I miss my friend. I hope everything is going well with the Segura family as the healing process continues.
July 30, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Segura and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
David and Rosa Castro
July 28, 2007
Leroy and Sandra,
It's almost been a year since "J.R." was called to heaven. We will never forget how greatfull he was to all of us who knew him and the great sacrafice he made for this country. We will always remember and honor "J.R.'s" memory. May God bless each and everyone in your family.
Sent with love and remembrance,
Los Castro
Linda Hernandez
June 5, 2007
JR I know we all still miss you immensely; and the times when we remember you still brings tears to our eyes. You were such a respectable, polite young man.
I want to thank you for visiting me at work every time you came home from your deployements. You made your rounds to spend time with all your friends, and family before leaving again.
It's going to be a year soon and we know that's going to be tough. Nevertheless, you are in Heaven now. You, like countless others, have been taken from us too soon...
To Sandra, Leroy & Family, God Bless You and may His love for us and JR comfort your pain. JR's service and Ultimate Sacrifice shall Never Be Forgotten.
Jimmy Marquez Jr.
April 3, 2007
I had the honor to grow up with JR, and remember how much of a genuinely kind person he was. My thoughts & prayers go out to the Segura family.
SPC Rodriguez
February 21, 2007
My deepest sympathy for the Segura family. I was injuried the same day, Sgt. Segura was killed. I lost my left foot when this accident happend. He was a good man and he didn't desirve this. My prayers go out to the Segura family for their lost. I salute him and his family. My God Bless them.
Glen
February 4, 2007
Americans will NEVER forget the service or sacrifice made by your beloved Soldier.
Respectfully - Glen Nevogt
“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
SFC Gordius
September 15, 2006
SGT Segura was only with our unit for a short time before we deployed. In that time, he made many friends and shared his experiences from a previous tour in Iraq. The lessons he taught our junior Soldiers were invaluable and his memory will forever remain with us.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
September 11, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Segura family in the loss of Leroy. I did not know Leroy, 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. Leroy you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
The Cobbs
September 2, 2006
Nilitary Parents,
Dominica Mendoza
September 2, 2006
I offer my deepest sympathies for the family of Sgt Segura. I am the armorer at 362nd and he was one of the last people I issued a weapon to. He was a real nice guy. God rest his soul.
Michael Jang
September 1, 2006
Jr, you will always will be in our hearts and memories over here in Cottonbaler country. Keep a watch over us and all the soldiers over there. See you again someday.
Real Life Church
August 22, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Know that our church will be praying for your family. We know that God can bring comfort and strength during this very difficult time.
Cecilia (Lucero) Moore & Family
August 22, 2006
Leroy, Sandra & Family,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family during your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Casey Najera
August 21, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. It is a hard thing to deal with and I learned it does not get easy faset. This young man has etched himself in a part of history. He went down fighting and was taking care of you and me. I never had the honor to meet him, but to gether we are comrades. I am hoping I may sit beside him on the other side of the pearly gates in heaven. I would like for the family to think of the good, not the loss. It helped me and our family.
Justin's Aunt Lindy
August 17, 2006
Dear Sequra Family, I knew of your son from stories that Justin Carter shared with his mother. You have a son to be proud of! Your family will be in our thougths and prayers.
May God hold you close in the circle of his love.
Priscilla Hidalgo
August 17, 2006
Dear Sandra and Leroy,
The date August 4th will be etched in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You!
The Family of Saunty Hidalgo
Rosie Gallegos
August 16, 2006
I have been drawn to this funeral notice since the first day I saw it in the Journal. Would Leroy have been a grandson to Lorenzo (Lencho) and Demetria Segura? My family and I express our sympathy although we did not know Leroy personally. He is truly a hero in our hearts.
Miranda Chavez
August 15, 2006
Leroy, Sandra and Family,
It hit me today when I was thinking about Leroy that God took him to be with him exactly one year after my cousin Damian Garza was taken from us. I know that they are very much alike in their love and dedication to family, life and the military.
As I shared with you last week in your home, we (Richard and I) were honored to have him as a guest at our house and I am also honored to have given him a blessing on his forehead and I hugged him and asked that God keep him safe. I never knew that that respectful and sweet young man would give his life for me and my country.
God bless you all.
Miranda Chavez
Jonathan Sharp
August 15, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Brent and Tamara Hall
August 15, 2006
I cant Find The Words To Tell You How very Sorry We are For Your Loss!!I can say that Your Son is Now Resting and he is at Peace with Himself and what he did here on Earth!(My Father and 2 Brothers Were Military as well) I hope you will always Remember he was a "HERO" And I will Always Thank Him For His Fight Not Only For my Freedom,But For The Freedom of My Grandkids.may God Bless Your Family and Give you Peace during This Time..Brent and Tamara Hall of Lubbock Texas
DeAndra Salazar and Family
August 15, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless
Linda and Jim Fereira
August 15, 2006
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time, may the Lord bring you peace.
Friends of Spc. Jachin Waskosky's family.
Marcus Brice
August 14, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Denise Workheiser
August 14, 2006
Sandra,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have 3 in the AirForce and I understand how proud you are of your son. God has embraced JR in rest as he will you and your family in this difficult time.
Sisters in Spirit
bessie m. perez
August 14, 2006
our condolences to your family.may the love of your family and friends carry you through your grief.our prayers are with you and your family. god bless
Karl and Penny Waskosky
August 13, 2006
Dear Segura Family,
May God Bless you, and give you the graces needed at this time.
You are in our prayers today and
always.
Family of Spc.Jachin Waskosky
Rick/Linda/Mitch/Eric Odom
August 13, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Segura and Family; The Great Lord God Almighty sent to us all a great young man when he sent your son to this earth. He was well loved by all. He was strong, proud, and independent! He loved life, family and freedom. I've spent numerous days with Leroy, Mitch, Eric, my wife Linda & myself (Rick)-- shrimping, tubing, boat riding, playing paintball war in the woods, sharing supper, etc... I enjoyed Leroy's company more & more each & every time. He was very respectful, well mannered, and enjoyed most all activities all the way up to mud bogging with his truck. He lived life to it's fullest! We grew to love & respect Leroy for the great young man that he was! I even got Leroy out on a golf course once and he fell right into his competative roll! I'm glad God sent this young man into our lives and I will continuously think of him always and his politeness, big smile, and big sacrafice! He's in the Lord's company now in a state of relaxation and peace! I will honor his love and sacrafice and keep the strong faith the the good Lord knows best and called him home with perfect timing! The reason we know not why? Nor can we understand at this time. My family and I will continue to trust in our Lord. Please keep the faith and trust in the Lord yourself! With our deepest regrets and sympathy!!
Rick, Linda, Mitch, & his old Fort Stewart, GA roomie---Eric Odom.
May God Bless You All and lighten the heavy burden on your hearts! In Loving Memory of Leroy Segura (J.R.) A modest/man & Fallen Hero!
Chrisitina Maestas
August 13, 2006
Dear family, Although I did not know your son personally I feel it in my heart to say he is a hero. Please allow your heavy hearts to swell with pride, many people are eternally greatful for the choices he made to serve in our military and to protect our rights and freedoms. With all our thanks and loving prayers from the Maestas Family.
Sandi House
August 13, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also grateful for JR and his willingness to keep us free. Your family is in my prayers.
sharon tinsley
August 13, 2006
What can I say to the family of such a hero, except thank you for sharing him with us, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Rest assured he will be remembered always. God now has another special one with Him. We Americans can all enjoy another day of freedom because of such a fine young man.
Gillian Andersen
August 13, 2006
I did not know your son, but just wanted to tell you how deeply sorry I am at your loss. Please know that the community recognizes the tremendous price that he (and you) have paid. It is people like your son, those who serve to support the Constitution of the United States, who make it possible for the rest of us to walk free. Our thoughts are with you.
Dimas Natividad
August 13, 2006
Jake,May God Bless You and your family in this time of grief. Your brother is in me and my family's prayers. Love sincerely, The Natividad family
Cody and Wendy Swaim
August 12, 2006
We did not have the privilege of knowing LeRoy, but we are proud of such a brave soldier. God bless you in the days ahead, you will be on our minds and in our prayers. He died for our freedom, and we are grateful. He will always be a hero to Clovis, and the USA!
Melissa Pena
August 12, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
SSgt. Karl & Mrs. Sabrina Lacsina
August 12, 2006
Our condolences to your family,
Although we did not know your son, we would like to say we are sorry for your loss. We were stationed at Cannon for a while and consider Clovis one of our homes. May God Bless your family...
Mitchell and Eric Odom
August 12, 2006
Dear Segura Family,
We're so sorry for your loss as well as ours. Segura was a great friend to me and my family. After my brother joined the military and was all over the world and I left for college, we never really saw each other or had the opportunity to talk too much for 3 or 4 years. Your son was the little brother that my brother no longer had around. Everytime I called to talk to Eric I would talk to Segura (as we called him) as well. Segura and Eric were best friends and those holidays he couldn't make it to NM he would come to the Odom family house and spend the holidays with us. He and Eric were very close, they were best friends, roommates, practically Segura was Eric's little brother and Eric was Segura's big brother, (though Segura was always taking care of Eric as if he were the older one). I will never forget any of the holidays or other visits I had with your son. He was a true gentleman, he was very respectfull, and full of honor. He was always welcome to our home, my parents thought of him as another son, and my brother loved him like only a brother could. We are in great disbelief that Segura is gone, and it breaks all our hearts tremendously. We love him and miss him forever, we just wish we had more time to be with him, because he was such a joy to be around. We love your son and miss him dearly, not a day has gone by that we haven't cried thinking that we will never see him again. Your family is in our prayers, as much as it hurts us to have lost him, we cannot imagine how hard it is for you to lose such a great person. He was a part of our family and I hope that he thought of us as family too. We're sorry for your loss, ours, and everyone else who knew him that lost one of the greatest Sons, Brothers, or Friends anyone could ever hope for.
Lyndsey Baber
August 11, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Words cannot express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. JR was a young, brave man who passed on way before his time. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow. And just know that JR is now your angel watching after you all.
Boni & Amy Luna Lucero
August 11, 2006
Our condolences to the family of Leroy. Although we did not know him, we did know his grandfather Lorenzo Sr. & wife when they lived in Vaughn. Our prayers are with all of the family and we plan to be at Fort Sumner on Monday.
John and Virginia Campbell
August 11, 2006
Although we never met,we offer our respect and honor for defending our freedom. Rest in peace our brother in Christ as we give thanks to God for your life.
God's blessings be with the Segura Family and friends.
Yolanda Infante
August 11, 2006
To the family of Leroy Segura,
My family did not know him, but he is a Clovis son. We all know the hard times and the danger he was exposed to, due to our son Andy wears the same shoes of danger, sleepless nights and worries that our family experience each day. Your son will always be a hero to everyone., he will never be forgotten. Our prayers to you all and our deepest condolences. I pray each night for your son and for you all. Love him always and be proud of him. He is now with the angles and God. They will take care of him now.
Always and forever, our family is grateful to your son. Los Infantes from Clovis.
LySa Stone-McKillip
August 11, 2006
I did not personally know Leroy but my heart breaks, tears well up in my eyes and stream down my face for your loss.
Please know I am humbled by your son's choice to help protect not only America - but my family as well - even though he never knew my name or saw the faces of my children.
I pray that God will surround everyone in your immediate families, friends and loved ones, including those who did not know Leroy during this time of loss and give you comfort and peace.
Please know there are those out there that your son has touched without ever knowing. I am one of them.
My own son, Spencer Kevin Stone age 18, leaves on 09-11-2006 for
-8- years in the Marines to follow in Leroy's footsteps to Defend & Protect Our Freedom.
My heart, prayers & sympathy go out to you.
From one parent to another.
God Bless You - And Thank you.
Jaime Chavez
August 11, 2006
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Dawn Reeves
August 11, 2006
May God Bless your family during this trying time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Beverly Klenke
August 11, 2006
Leroy and Sandra,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We have known of your son for a very long time through our daughter, Laura who is engaged to one of Leroy's buddies, Josh Stovall. My family had the honor of spending this past Easter with Leroy after church at the beach. That was the first time I was able to put a face with a name I had known for so long. What an awesome man and I am blessed to have known him even if only briefly. We cry with you; we hurt with you; and we are praying FOR YOU.
Rick and Beverly Klenke
Parents of Laura Klenke
Tracey Orozco
August 11, 2006
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mona Roberts
August 11, 2006
To the Segura family,
I do not know you but I would like to offer my sympathy to you all. We are proud of our servicemen who sacrifice their lives so that we may live in freedom. God Bless You
Karen Carlton
August 11, 2006
Please know the people of First Baptist Hagerman are holding you up in prayer.
Trina
August 11, 2006
Segura Family,
Thanks for allowing your son to serve our country to protect our freedom. Leroy made the ultimate sacrifice and will be rewarded greatly in heaven. Please be comforted by the fact that your son is a "True American Hero". Thanks for your sacrifice! May God Be With all of your family at this time.
Rita Richardson
August 11, 2006
Our deepest condolences go out to the Segura family. Our son served with Leroy in Iraq and speaks highly of his leadership and humanity towards the soldiers. We know that the Lord has welcomed him into eternal glory and we pray that He brings you all peace.
Laura Klenke
August 11, 2006
To the family of an awesome friend but a true American Hero,
I am so very sorry for your loss. JR was one of my very best friends and i will miss him more than you know. My thoughts a prayers are with you. He was the best at everything he did and was always the one to be there when you needed to cry or laugh. I will never forget the memories I have with Sgt Segura. You guys are like my second family and I wish with all my heart that I could be there with you in this time of need. My prayeers are with you. Love you guys!!
Guadalupe Loera, Mario and Raquel Cabrera
August 11, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Becky Segura
August 11, 2006
Dear Aunt Sandra and Uncle Leroy,
I am saddened by the loss of your son. Even though I did not see him grow up to be the great man he became, I do have a lasting memory of him visiting me at my home. We were celebrating my son Sam's B-Day. He was in my kitchen looking up at me with his big round brown eyes asking for more cake. My prayers are with your family.
Nancy Brown
August 11, 2006
though I did not know Leroy, I would like to say thank you to him and the family for his service to our country. We should never forget that freedom comes with a price. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you peace and comfort!
Tisha Jimenez
August 11, 2006
May the Lord be with the Segura family at this sorrowful time. God Bless and may JR rest in peace.
Love and Prayers
Jerome and Tisha
Alejandro (Alex) Arriaga
August 11, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Raymond Mondragon
August 11, 2006
Sandra;
I know how proud you were of your son. Please know that I have been thinking about you and your family. Our prayers go out to you and your family. He served his country with distinction.
Lyndsey Baber
August 11, 2006
JR, I still can't believe that someone so young and brave was taken so early in life. I know that you are in a better place with God right at your side. I know that you are flying with the angels smiling down upon the rest of us. Even though you are gone from this earth, your spirit will live forever in everyones hearts. Rest in Peace and we will meet again.
To the Segura Family, words cannot express my deepest sympathy of your loss. Just know JR is your angel watching over you all.
"To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me."
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Alejandro Arriaga
August 11, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
A PROUD Army wife
August 11, 2006
Though I only had the honor of knowing JR for a short time, he is one of the most genuinely kind people I've ever met. God bless him for making the ultimate scarifice for me, my husband, my children, and the rest of my family. The Segura family is in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time. God bless.
Charles & Susan Van Zandt
August 11, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Segura,
I hope you can take comfort in knowing that God had blessed your family with a very special young man. Our son had the privilege to serve with your son and will be serving with the team from Ft. Stewart. Adam looked up to JR as a leader, mentor and especially as a friend. I am sure that you could look up the definition of hero and find JR’s picture. He will be truly missed but know that he had an impact on many lives all over the world. May God provide you peace and comfort during this trying time.
A PROUD Army wife From Fort Stewart
August 10, 2006
Though I only knew JR briefly, he was one of the most genuine, kind people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. God Bless him, for he made the ultimate sacfifice for my family and all Americans. The Segura family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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