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Cliff Golla Obituary

Marine Lance Corporal
Cliff Golla
Born March 21, 1985
Died in duty for our country on September 1, 2006
In his short life, Cliff touched the hearts of all who knew and loved him. By his example of faithfulness, goodness and determination, he inspired those all around him to dream, love and live for a better world. Cliff was a peaceful young man, a faithful friend, a loyal Marine and a loving son and brother.
'We love you, Cliff. Your smile will never be forgotten. You will live in our hearts forever.'
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM Saturday, September 16, 2006 at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Msgr. John McSweeney, celebrant. Interment will follow at Crown Memorial Park in the Veterans Honor Garden. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, September 15, 2006 at 7:00 - 9:00 PM at St. Matthew Catholic Church in the Day Chapel.
Cliff is survived by his loving mother, Yvonna Golla; loving father and stepmother, Krzysztof and Barbara Golla; loving sisters, Lynette Ingram with husband, Wayne Ingram, Scarlet Golla; stepsister, Paulina Havelka; and Melissa Zinkeler, his loving fiance.
A memorial contribution can be made to the Cliff Golla Trust Fund at Bank of America, c/o Richard W. Ingram.
Arrangements are in the care of Crown Funeral Service.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Sep. 14 to Sep. 15, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Cliff Golla

100 Entries

Paul Lipka

May 19, 2025

To the friends and family of LCPL Golla:
I will be taking purposeful steps and remembering LCPL Cliff Golla over the Memorial Day weekend as I received him as my hero match from "wear blue: run to remember" charity. I will say his name, say a heartfelt thank you for sacrificing his life during service to our country. A true hero.

Adam Wirth

July 31, 2018

I remember You since you were a little boy ..Not a single day goes by without me thinking of You ..You are my Hero , the Brave .. and always will be

Jettero Fletcher

June 4, 2016

When he shall die, take him and cut him out in little stars,
And he will make the face of heaven so fine,
that all the world will be in love with night,
and pay no worship to the garish sun

Rick Shull

August 23, 2015

I was thinking about Cliff and his whole family. Spending July 4th week at the beach together for years in a row. That last July 4th week, Cliff drove from base to beach, back to base day after day. 2 mos. later Cliff was gone. I'm glad Cliff did all that driving, for his family, especially his Mother.

April 12, 2013

In memory and honor of Cliff Golla. We will always be indebted to him for his service and sacrifice.

Dustin Moffitt

November 15, 2012

I miss you man Rest in Peace Cliff! 1 Love

Matthew Taylor

December 29, 2011

Still thinking about you and still miss you.

Hubert Schulz

December 25, 2011

We remember...

Peggy Childers

September 2, 2011

September 1, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Cliff K. Golla:
Please accept my remembrance of Cliff on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Kristi Belluz

November 26, 2010

I was just thinking about you today! I went to the Panthers game over Veterans Day weekend and they had a beautiful half time dedication to all Veterans and it gave me goose bumps thinking of you all that are still here and are gone. I am glad that I was welcomed into your family and always felt like a part of the "Golla clan" you are very loved and missed deeply by many!!

September 3, 2010

Cliff,

Gone but never forgotten. We love and miss you.

Mandy Blank & Family.

Lynette Ingram

September 2, 2010

To my little brother,
Everyday you are in our thoughts... We talk about you all the time to your little nieces. We miss you so much. I still have that feeling in the pit of my stomach when I think of you and realize that you are really gone. Your anniversary is a bitter sweet day... bitter because your gone from us, sweet because you are peacefully in heaven. I love you so much and wish that you were here growing up with Scar and me like you were suppose to. But I guess God had other plans for you and it is still hard to adjust to it. We love you so much and think of you every day!!

Your sister,
Lynette

Peggy Childers

September 1, 2010

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Cliff K. Golla:
Remembering Cliff 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

julian jackson

May 27, 2010

bro,
i miss you so much you will always hold a place in my heart and the heart of the marines you served next to and their families you are a true hero so your momory will never die as the story of you is passed down through generation and generation of marines and their children at times me and Sosa talk about you and the good times we had your our brother and we miss you we plan on visiting you somtime soon I dont konw if its before or after Sosa gets back from the afgan but we are coming if its after he gets back my lady and I will be there sooner love you bro

barb whitehead

May 25, 2010

The NC Run for the Fallen will honor fallen troops from North Carolina at a Memorial Run on Saturday, May 29th, 8:30am, Ayden Grifton High School track, Hwy 11 S. Ayden NC. Each troop will be honored by a runner/walker who carries a flag in his memory for one mile. Please come join us in honoring our fallen troops. For more information contact Kathy Moore at 252-746-3435 after 5:00pm or email at [email protected]

love u

February 14, 2010

scarlet golla

February 14, 2010

Cliffchu!
i miss u so much and i cant get u out of my head right now. i always think about how much i miss u and how things wudd be with you here. How close we wudd be and how much fun we wudd be having. i jus miss ur presence because i know if i needed nething or someone to talk to i could talk to u. its just so hard accepting the fact that your gone because i wanted to grow up with u in my life, see me at my best in person and be there to hug me and congratulate me. i still dnt understand why? why u had to go, why couldnt u stay. its just not the same without u. i always wonder how things wudd be with u here...if u wudd be married and have little cliffs or melissa's running around. and to see leia n racheal grow up and so u can play with them with me. i jus so wish they could have met there uncle. it breaks my heart. i know ur in a better place and maybe i am being a little selfish but things happen so fast and so unexpectably. i jus wish i had a little more time with u. i wish u cudd jus come bak. but i know u cant. i miss u and ill say it agian and 200000000 times more if it wudd change nething but it doesnt. i love u so much cliffchu. ill always keep the memories we had but i jus wish there cudd be more. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!

Sis

February 14, 2010

September 2, 2009

Always in our hearts. We love ya man :)

Peggy Childers

September 1, 2009

To the family of Lance Cpl. Cliff K. Golla:
Cliff 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

Kristi Beluz

April 13, 2009

I think about you often Cliff. I miss seeing you around! Love you like a brother always have!

Kenna Larra

March 17, 2009

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

julian jackson

March 7, 2009

i love you so much you were my best friend my daughter icon you are and will be forever missed

Mandy Blank

September 2, 2008

You're in my thoughts today. We miss you :)

Amy Govern

September 2, 2008

Remembering you and your family and praying that your grief is softened

In Memory of Cliff ~ (Debra Estep)

September 1, 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 Cliff, 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

June 2, 2008

Matty askes about you often. We will always remember you, Cliff. Thank you for all the times you made us smile. You lit up the room...

Matty and Mandy Blank

June 1, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Golla!

Debbie,,Kenny Coffey

September 3, 2007

Our HEROS shall NEVER be fogotten.Rest well brother that star spangled banner will FOREVER wave,Your name stamped in steel FOREVER clutched in the tallons,And spirit shall FOREVER soar high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation...SEMPER FI.

DeeDee Price

September 1, 2007

Thinking of you today Cliff.
DD

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)

July 31, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Golla and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon

David Nussbaum

May 23, 2007

Today, and every day we remember what you gave for the freedom of others.
The Nussbaum family and
Sgt. Kevin Nussbaum 3/2 India Co.

KAY FRECK

April 29, 2007

YVONNA AND FAMILY, PRAYING FOR YOU AS ALWAYS....GOD BLESS YOU..LOVE KAY FRECK

matt blank

March 22, 2007

happy belated birthday
cliff i am sorry that i havent written in this log yet. i am still lost for words . i cant belive this could happen to such a good person. i think about you all of the time and i know that you are doing fine. i just miss you. thanks for all that you have done for my family. we love you.
matt blank

DeeDee Price

March 21, 2007

Happy Birthday Cliff !! We miss you and think of you often.
Love, DeeDee & Dana

KAY FRECK

March 5, 2007

YVONNA, I THINK OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OFTEN...MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR GRIEF WHICH I KNOW IS IMMESURABLE. MAY JESUS LOVE HEAL SOME OF THE PAIN IN YOUR HEART. LOVE TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY....KAY

Amanda Labrie

January 22, 2007

I had the pleasure of teaching both Cliff and Lynette at Northwest School of the Arts, where I enjoyed getting to know these two very different, yet equally wonderful, siblings. Please accept my condolences on your loss.

Glen Nevogt

January 13, 2007

“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines

Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full

We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward

What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives

Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us

They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown

Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full

matty blank

January 10, 2007

cliff i wil olwase loveyou i em veree soree thet you died .i wil olwase chresur you in my hart . i reemember the time you gave me the rose. thank you for evrything you did for us. love, matty blank

KAY FRECK

December 4, 2006

YVONNA, YOU ARE CONTINUALLY IN MY PRAYERS...ONLY GOD KNOWS WHY THESE THINGS HAPPEN, WE CAN NEVER UNDERSTAND WITH OUR HUMAN SELVES. I HOPE JESUS WILL BRING YOU COMFORT DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES. WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I LOVE YOU...KAY FRECK

My husband and Golla (on the right)

November 2, 2006

Joy Etro

October 23, 2006

All my deepest sympathies to Cliff's family. He was a buddy of my son fighting together in Iraq. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

k goldin

October 17, 2006

I saw your sons pictures & articles in the newspapers and I want to extend my sympathies to Chris & Yvonna & Scarlett & lynette. We pray that the pain of your loss gets bearable.

Mark Derscheid

October 14, 2006

I was a Patriot Guard Rider for Lance Cpl. Golla and his family. Many of you mouthed or said the words thank you as you passed by us. Thanks are not necessary. It is an honor and a duty as a veteran to be there to support the family and friends in this time of great loss. God bless and keep you all.

Melinda Fair

October 3, 2006

To the Golla Family, my heart goes out to all of you. My daughter, Megan, went to Northwest and was good friends with Lynnette and Cliff. She sends her blessings and love.

May God bless you with peace and wonderful memories of your beloved brother and son. You have and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.

Lynnette, I wrote this poem several years ago for a friend, but it seemed appropriate for you now. I hope it brings you comfort.

Brothers

Brothers are to sisters,
Like no one else could be,
A tower of strength and understanding,
To lean on, to listen, and see.

Brothers may be younger,
But taller they become,
We look to them for power,
To help us overcome.

They help us get the lid off,
Teach us to throw a ball!
Give us inspiration,
Pick us up if we should fall.

Brothers are our confidants,
They listen with such care,
Not to judge or take control,
For they would never dare.

They break our hearts to pieces,
But we love them in a way,
That only sisters understand,
A bond that lasts always.

Forever in our hearts to be,
Remembered every day,
A smile will come, and then the tears,
When no longer they can stay.

We call their names and see a face,
So good, so gentle, so kind,
A brother is a blessing,
Thank God that he was mine!

- Melinda Sikes Fair

Lynette Ingram

October 2, 2006

Cliff was a person that can never be replaced. He was my little brother but acted as if he was my big brother. We had so many good times and that I will never forget. I know that he is looking down on all of us with his big smile. I miss you little brother.
Your sister Lynette

Michael Ladler

September 25, 2006

Just wanted to pay my respects to you on the lost of your son. I had the chance of serving with him in Iraq last
year and he will deeply be missed.

Cpl. Michael R. Ladler
HQ CO. 2nd Mar Req

Carmen Wilds

September 21, 2006

The time as come to say good bye to a dear friend those who knew him will feel a deep lost he touched many lifes even if was for a short time, We shared many good times and may tears. Are children will miss him he was alot of fun for them. May God bless you just always remeber he is gone from the earth but not from are hearts

Joshua Robbins

Kissha Haney

and kids

Bob Blizzard

September 19, 2006

My heart felt thanks and deepest sympathy goes out to your family. I, as one of the Patriot Guard Riders felt so special to be allowed to pay my respects to Cliff. I pray that it was of some comfort for you to know that it just wasn't your family and friends that was grieving the loss of this great American Hero. May God bless you and watch over you always.

Jen

September 19, 2006

For over a decade now, we have laughed and played together. It is hard to believe that you are no longer with us. It seems like just yesterday we were belly up to the bar at your Lyn’s wedding. Cliff, you will always be remembered with a smile on your face and a joke on the tip of your tongue. I miss you little bro!

Michael Haluski

September 19, 2006

The family of Lance Cpl. Cliff K. Golla are in my prayers. Thanks to this young Hero for his outstanding service to our Country. His sacrifice will not be forgot.

I had the honor to ride with the Patriot Guard Riders for this warrior's funeral. I deeply appreciate your allowing me to ride and pay my respect. I enjoy the freedom to do such things because of the sacrifice your son and heros --- those who have given their all to protect our way of life. I will never forgot...

Rest now warrior.

September 18, 2006

We send our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved son, Cliff. Rest in peace, LCpl Golla. Semper Fi.

Michael & Debbie Miles

Proud parents of

Sgt. Sean H. Miles

KIA 1/24/06, Karmah, Iraq

Phyllis Schuster

September 18, 2006

There are so many of us who have had the knock on the door. You are not alone, you are in our thoughts and prayers, as are all the families who have lost, or are praying not to. Cliff must have been a committed and courageous person, or he could not have been where he was. My son Benjamin was KIA in Ar Ramadi Iraq on February 25, 2006. It is never all right, but we try to live well for those we can touch til we see him again. I know from the things said about Cliff that he came from a loving and affectionate family, and I am sure you will lean on each other through the hard times. Love never ends.

"The Lord watch between me and thee while we are absent one from the other."

Charles Chavarie

September 18, 2006

No Sacrifice is greater than to give ones life for another's right to be free. No sorrow is greater than of a Mother who has lost a child. No Love is Greater than God's Love for you and your family during this time of sorrow.

As a member of the Patriot Guard Riders, It was my Honor and Priviledge to have served as part of the Service to Honor a Great American, Cliff Golla.

Thomas Mahala

September 18, 2006

May God give you peace in your time of need. May all of your memories bring you a smile and may your tears of grief be forever removed. Thankyou for allowing me to honor your son. Remember that through God all things are possible.

Tony Turner

September 18, 2006

I saw Saturday that Cliff was loved by many. From the stories I heard about Cliff from you who knew him best I can see that his life touched so many in so many special ways.

I pray that during these times of great sadness that God will take you to that special place where you can only find fond memories of the love you shared.

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of the service to honor Cliff.

Patriot Guard Rider

George Richardson

September 17, 2006

I met Yvonna Golla in the Fall of 2005 and, shortly thereafter, her daughters and her son Cliff. There is an extra-special love and attachment of every mother to her son, and Yvonna's to Cliff was evident in her smile, the shine in her eyes, and the glow on her face every time he walked through the door coming home on leave from the Marines. What mother wouldn't be proud of a handsome, intelligent, sensitive, considerate, humerous son with a passion for living life to the fullest? Cliff was a very proud member of the USMC and shared with friends and family many of his first tour experiences in Iraq. Nothing we see on TV can compare to the photo images he brought home with him. Along with stories of the horror and agony of war, he was proud to tell us all about how he and his squad had saved the lives of many young children from starvation,abuse,and abandonment.

He'd only been back in Iraq for a month on his 2nd tour when he fell victim to an IED ambush by the bad guys. His memorial service was the most beautiful 2-day tribute to a serviceman that I've ever seen. Along with hundreds of friends and extended family, Cliff was given a stirring escort of 100+ members of the Patriot Guard Riders along with his fellow marines as an Honor Guard. Always the clever prankster, we think Cliff's last farewell bit of fun was to ask the Lord to disable the family's black funeral limo just as it approached the cemetery, forcing them to "catch a ride" the rest of the way with members of the Patriot Guard Riders on their Harley bikes. After the service was finished and the last notes of "Taps" faded away, Yvonna, her sisters, her daughters, her future daughter and mother in-law all found some true joy in thinking about Cliff's last cute "Hurrah"-- as, in spite of their somber long black outfits, they hitched up their skirts and enjoyed their 2nd ride with American flags streaming in the wind, back from the cemetery to St. Matthews, courtesy of the PGR Harley guys!

God Bless you Cliff Golla, and thank you through eternity for the joy and happiness you brought into so many lives during your twenty-one years of living here on Earth.

Dan Hodge

September 17, 2006

May God comfort you all at this time of terrific loss. Rest assured that your Marine is in great hands at this time and his service and dedication to this country will never be forgotten.

Carry on Marine, job well done.

Semper Fi

Kenneth Cloaninger

September 17, 2006

To the family of LCpl. Cliff K. Golla: It was my honor to ride with the Pastriot Guard in honor of your son. It will always be special to me because it was my first mission. I would like to offer to you a special poem I wrote several years ago. Being a Viet Nam veteran (USAF) it has special meaning for those heroes but I think it is very applicable to all who wear the uniform of any branch of service. Especially those who make the ultimate sacrifice:

“Heroes All”

“Heroes all, you are to us

Those in whom, we’ve placed our trust

You gallant warriors, brave and strong

Welcome home, job well done.”

Where you’ve been, we’ll never go

What it’s like, we’ll never know

We can only guess, the fears you faced

And how you endured, -- by God’s Holy grace.

You went with only one guarantee

Your mission filled, with uncertainty

What drove you on, it must be pride

Your dedication, you can not hide.

You stood proud, your heads held high

Not knowing then, if you might die

Your faith in God, gave you might

Believing in Him was your light.

Whatever it takes, it’s plain to see

You’re willing to do, to keep men free

You stood strong, you stayed the course

America’s finest, America’s choice.

You went out, day and night

Fighting for a cause, wrong or right

Gallant warriors, those like you

When the call comes, know what to do.

You engage, firefights rage

Bullets fly, comrades die

You stood tall, and some did fall

Some came home – and some “The Wall”

“Heroes all, you are to us

Those in whom, we’ve placed our trust.

You gallant warriors, brave and strong

Welcome home, job well done.”

MAY GOD BLESS !!!!!!

By Ken Cloaninger

David Tilley

September 17, 2006

I am a Patriot Guard Rider and it was a honor to be part of your day the l6th of September. Remember Joshua 1-9, I will be strong and courageous. I will not be terrified or discouraged; for the Lord my God is with me wherever I go.

Stacey Nickell

September 17, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless.

Bill Cook

September 17, 2006

To the Golla Family,

Thank you for allowing me the honor of standing proudly with my Patriot Guard brothers and sisters as we mourned with you the loss of Cliff. He will always be a hero in our hearts and we thank him for his service and sacrifice.

I had the honor also of giving your daughter a short motorcycle ride to the cemetery. It was a ride that I will never forget. I was humbled by the spirit and strength of your family.

God Bless you.

Natalia

September 17, 2006

He was my cousin and i loved him <3

September 17, 2006

To the Family of Lance Cpl. Clif K. Golla:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

Tinker Poteet

September 16, 2006

To the Golla family...

It was a great honor to ride for your son today with the Patriot Guard. May God bless and keep you all and ease your pain.

He was a HERO...now and forever!

Mr. Tinker Poteet

Asheville, NC

Jack Gilbert

September 16, 2006

Where do we get such men? How is it that free men and women, living a life of pleasure and ease, will willingly put aside their freedom to serve the cause of liberty, asking only that we support them and honor them in this task? I know not from whence they appear, but I thank Divine Providence that they do step forward to shoulder the burden of freedom for all of us. Thank you, Cliff. You will not be forgotten.

Krystyna and Victoria Malynczak

September 16, 2006

You sacrificed your young life to save others- there is no greater love than that. You will be remembered and loved by many. May you rest in peace.

Eric Bianchi

September 16, 2006

Dear Lynette and Golla family, words will not make up for your loss. I hope one day the wonderful memories of Cliff will bring a smile to your face. Cliff was an incredible person and will always be remembred as a hero to his country!

Kari Leitze

September 16, 2006

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Golla family. We are deeply saddened by your loss.

Thinking of you,

The Nick, Kari and Ava Leitze

Pat Froneberger

September 16, 2006

Golla Family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My son is a senior at PHS and in the Jr. ROTC and wants a military career. You have been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be.

Jim Hill

September 15, 2006

I did not know Cliff personally but he is a fellow, brother Marine and was the best the Corps makes of young men. My wife, Nancy, and I were at the visitation tonight and only wished there was something more we could do besides just telling you we are thankful to you for his life. No greater love.

Jim Hill

Former Captain

U. S. Marine Corps

1970-74

Gio AKA Tbell

September 15, 2006

Dear Golla Family, my prayers are with you. It has been for nearly six years since the last time we seen each other, however Cliff and the entire Golla Family was always been a part of my heart and memories. I am sorry for your loss. I considered Cliff and the Golla Family to be one of mine bestest,and closest friends ever. I will truely will miss him.

Teresa Newell

September 15, 2006

My prayers go out to you all. I pray that you will find peace in knowing that Cliff is a hero and because of him and his great sacrifice we live in peace and have freedom.

- Mother of LCPL Zachary W. Grainger(currently serving in Iraq)

KAY FRECK

September 15, 2006

MY DEAR FRIEND YVONNA, I DID NOT KNOW YOUR SON BUT THAT MATTERS NOT, I HAVE HAD YOU IN MY PRAYERS DAILY SINCE WE TALKED LAST. KNOW THAT HE IS AT REST AND PEACE, THAT HE DID A MOST HONORABLE THING IN SERVING HIS COUNTRY. IN THE DAYS AHEAD REMEMBER HIS LOVE FOR YOU AND YOUR EVERLASTING LOVE FOR HIM. YOU WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN IN ANOTHER TIME AND PLACE WHERE WE ALL WILL HAVE NO MORE SORROWS....WE LOVE YOU AND ARE PRAYING FOR YOU DAILY - IF YOU NEED ME FOR ANYTHING PLEASE LET ME KNOW.....KAY FRECK AND FAMILY

Mitch Muller

September 15, 2006

Our deepest sympathies to the family of a fallen hero, one who sacrificed his life, so we can have what so many people take for granted everyday in this wonderful country, our freedom and safety.

Beckie Small

September 15, 2006

Golla Family,

Cliff is a hero forever. May god bless you all in your time of need and heal your hurting hearts.

Jarek Jola Zuralski

September 15, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Cliff. May God bless you and gives you strength during this time of sorrow.

Terminal 15 Colonial Freight Systems

September 15, 2006

The Golla Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. We are all proud of the job that Cliff was doing for his Country.

Susan and Roger McConnell

September 14, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes to the Golla family in the loss of Cliff, who served and sacrificed his life for our freedom. May God give you His peace and His strength which is beyond our understanding, as Philippians 4:7 tells us. May your memories bring you comfort until you are with Cliff again one day in eternity.

ROBYN GARSIDE

September 14, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI

A PROUD MARINE MOM

DeeDee Price

September 14, 2006

Cliff you were a big part of our family for 3 years. We are all heartbroken, but we are very proud of you for being such an incredible man and Marine!! We will remember you every Thanksgiving with pride and sorrow that you aren't with us to share in our special family day.

Yvonna,Lynette & Scarlet we wish you peace and goodwill, now and forever.

With Love:

Tod, DeeDee, Dana, David, Jennifer, Danielle, Preston, Cindi, Brian, Jenna, Alex, Alicia, Anna

Chelsea Simanovich

September 14, 2006

I know your grief and despair in this terrible time. You will laugh and live again in the memories of your son. Thank you for sharing Cliff with all of us.

Proud sister of PFC Benjamin Schuster.

KIA February 25, 2006 in Ramadi Iraq.

Elizabeth Wilson

September 14, 2006

Cliff, you are loved and you will be truly missed. Reggie and I and Daniel Kasia and Andy will always always love you and think about you.

To the family...we are here for you all.

Richard Baillieux

September 14, 2006

Cliff you will be eternally missed, you were one of my best friends and a great human being , It is a shame that we will not be able to hang out again and laugh with each other. My condolences go out to your family and friends . God bless and rest in peace my friend .

Bobbie Leopard

September 14, 2006

Another Fallen Angel.....I am so sorry about your Marine. I did not know him but I feel as though he is part of my life because he died for me and my family. Please remember that I will NEVER forget the sacrifice that he has made for all of us. I fly an American flag along with a Marine flag in my yard and will until the day I die in honor of your son and all the others that have gone before and also for the ones to follow. Pray that this war ends soon but not until it is won. Our sons and daughters must not have died in vain. Semper Fi

Proud Nana of Kenneth J. Butler

KIA 10-21-05 Iraq

Cpl. Nathan VanHart

September 13, 2006

Serving with your son was a great experience as he was such a genuine person and a fine Marine. I find it awfully difficult to think about Cliff now that hes gone. I remember going to the gym with him and laughing after we'd finished our time in Iraq during the last deployment. And Cliff I really gotta tell you man that I cant stop cryin, looked over some pictures of you today and I just wish you where here so I could talk to you again. You'll always, always be in my thoughts every day, but as tough as this is I know your in a better place than all of us. Semper Fidelis to my hero and my friend, I love ya man.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

September 13, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to the Golla family in the loss of Cliff. I did not know Cliff, 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. Cliff 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~

Gloria Mullis

September 13, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes out to you. My son, Jason, is in the 3/8's weapons co currently serving in Ramadi. I know there are no words to comfort you at this time but please know there are people out here who are grieving with you and who have you in their prayers.

Your son is an American Hero.

God Bless

michelle baillieux

September 11, 2006

Yvonna, Chris, Lynnette & Scarlet,

My deepest sympathy goes out 2 u all in your time of need...I will always miss & love Cliff, but I will never forget him....the memories I had w/ Cliff will be with me forever...He was a wonderful friend..and little brother 2 me...If u guys need anything, call me...love u all...muah

Ken Beck

September 11, 2006

Dear Golla Family, You have my deepesr sympathy for the loss of your son. I know it is hard to understand why such a young person can be taken this way. One thing you can surely be proud of was that Cliff was doing what he chose to do. Not many 21 year old young men have this kind of commitment. As a brother Marine of the Vietnam War, I feel as though I too hav elost a brother. I know when my time comes I will be able to proudly enter Heavens Gate, and shake Cliff's hand, and say well done Marine.

Ken Beck; Vietnam Corporal USMC, 1968,1969

Joshua and April Morales

September 8, 2006

To Cliff's family and friends-

My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.

They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.

Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!

Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-

The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor

2/6 WPNS

KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05

Claire Zawistowski

September 8, 2006

Dear Golla Family,

Even though we have never met I feel as if we are a part of a "family". My daughter's fiancee was killed in Iraq by an IED on Oct. 3, 2005. It is my prayer that you will feel God holding as close to His heart as He has held my family these past months. May you feel His peace and comfort as you face the difficult days ahead.

Barbara Hutchens

September 8, 2006

Yvonna and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of our Fallen Hero. Your loss and sorrow is felt by all Military families. They are all our children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, now and always, Semper Fi, Barbara Hutchens Proud Marine Mom

Lee Sirotnak

September 8, 2006

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. We will be always grateful for Cliff, for the sacrifice that he made. God bless you and your family with comfort and peace. Semper Fi.

Renee Owens

September 7, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero and my sincere thanks for his service. May God grant you peace.

The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave

Aunt of Marine PFC Chase Edwards

KIS 4-6-06

Pat Lorenzen

September 7, 2006

Golla Fmaily, Loved Ones & Friends: I am very, very sorry & saddened about the loss of your precious loved one--our American Hero. May the Lord Bless you all, give you strength & comfort you daily. "Earth has no sorrow or pain that heaven cannot heal."

Garnet Jenkins

September 7, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the family of Lance Cpl. Cliff K. Golla, with a multitude of Thanks for this Hero's Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.

Rest Safely Young Hero, in God's Mighty Hands and know that you shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

May God's Loving Grace and Comfort be with the Golla family.

I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.

"Some people come into our lives and stay for a short while, others leave footprints on our hearts that will last forever."

~Author Unknown~

May the memories of your loved one live in your heart always.

Softly and slowly....

Time heals...

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