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Capt. Robert Michael Secher

Robert Secher Obituary

CAPT. ROBERT MICHAEL SECHER, 33, of Memphis, died Sunday, October 08 from a fatal combat wound in Iraq’s Al Anbar Province. He was a member of Marine Training Team 2 in Camp Hit in the Western Al Anbar Province. Services will be held on Sunday, October 15, at 1 p.m. in the Temple Israel Sanctuary with burial following in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. He is survived by his parents Elke A. Morris and Dr. H. Pierre and Lucy Secher; four sisters: Margaret Matthes, Josie Ballin, Paula Salky and Sandy Pepper; one brother, Barney Pepper as well as 11 nieces and nephews as well as family in Germany and Australia. The family requests memorials be sent to the Marines/Iraq Legal Defense Fund c/o Hon. Victor E. Ramirez, P.O. Box 1255, Solana Beach, CA 92075 or the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, 825 College Blvd Suite 102, PMB 609, Oceanside, CA 92057. Memphis Funeral Home 901-725-0100.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Oct. 13, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Secher

1421 Entries

Lydia Kuivenhoven

May 31, 2025

I miss you, uncle Robert. My hero you will always be.

Patrick English

May 26, 2025

As always, keeping Rob in my thoughts and prayers as we honor all those that gave their lives in service. Honored to have known Rob.

Adam Mallette

May 25, 2025

To the parents and family of Captain Robert Secher:

I was set to replace him in November of 2006 but heard of his passing just one month before I could relieve him. There is not a Memorial Day that passes that I don't reflect on his service and how empty the world is without him. I knew him during a deployment to Okinawa and so I can say the world is a lessor place in his absence. Please know I pray for you and esteem your son as often as I think about him. Please call on me if I can ever serve you.

Dr. Adam Mallette
Lead Teaching Pastor
King's Church Las Vegas
[email protected]

0802 Captain USMC
Mustang 8, Hit, Al Anbar Province, Iraq

Lewis Joshua Snyder

November 16, 2024

Beastmasters checking in. I was comm on his Fist Team. He would take us coyote running around Las Pulgas. Ship life was a great experience 2001. We answered for America. 2003 we made dust of the enemy. I was in English class at Ohio State and unfortunately he was on Time magazine. I blacked out and took it out on an empty bathroom. I got back in 6 months later. I got to see His chow hall on Hanson in Okinawa. I enjoyed eating there. It was like going to your Buddy´s Bar. I just finished 20 years and 8 months and while my time in. I never had better Officers or senior enlisted then when I was a Beastmaster. Thank You

My name was Lt. Kealy

November 14, 2024

Secher- Thinking of you and your family and friends this week full of Veterans Day events. Thank you for the impact you made on our lives. You're missed.

Tom Wilson

July 22, 2024

I knew Captain Secher As a First Lieutenant we were in bravo Battery first battalion 11 marines. We were known as the beast masters. I was a very junior marine and I was enlisted. The gentleman at the time Lieutenant Secher Was was an extremely good man. One of the things that he used to do is during our formation runs. We would come out and call cadence and he was very loud and proud. I´ll never forget how loud he was. and how good he was. He will live forever in my mind in my heart I Will Carry his memory and his spirit with me for the rest of my life, he will live forever. I would have died for that man always and forever loud and proud.

Chris Tolliver

May 28, 2024

I will always be grateful to you for being such a great man and friend. Your spirit and your memory will always be alive with me and my family.

John Stefan

May 28, 2024

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John Stefan

May 28, 2024

Not a day goes by when I don't think about my Platoon Commander and buddy! Miss you, Rob!

Patrick English

May 27, 2024

Rob-As always, thinking of you today. My oldest daughter just graduated from high school. When she first asked about Memorial Days many years ago, I shared your story. Hard to grasp how fast time is flying by. Will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Patrick

Vic Bunch

May 27, 2024

I’ll never forget! RIP, brother, we have the watch.

Patrick English

May 29, 2023

Rob, as always thinking of you and your family on Memorial Day. I am in San Diego this weekend with my youngest daughter (ten years old) and we drove by the Navy base where we left for our work-ups and deployment with the 15th MEU in 2001. I shared your story with her and showed her the pictures of you from this site. I made sure to highlight the picture of you doing the robot as it still cracks me up. Will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as well as in conversations with my kids. Patrick

Rick Royse

May 29, 2023

Never forgotten. Simper fi buddy!

John Stefan

May 29, 2023

Thinking about you today and everyday Rob! Until we me meet again broski...Semper Fi brother!

Vic Bunch

May 28, 2023

A very special man and Marine. I haven't forgotten, Rob. I'll always remember.
Semper - Vic

Patrick English

May 30, 2022

Rob-As always, thinking of you this weekend. The picture of you doing the robot in about 40 pounds of body armor continues to make me smile as it reminds of your great, yet subtle sense of humor. Will always keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Best, Patrick

Patrick English

May 31, 2021

Rob, as always, you are in my thoughts this day. My family and I spoke about you at dinner this evening and included you in our prayers. As I have shared on this page before, I fondly remember spending time with you on the Peleliu and enjoying your subtle humor. So good to have gotten to know you. Patrick

Lewis Snyder

May 26, 2020

Good Morning, I tell your story over and over to my classes as a Instructor for new Marines. How we as service members will be better because Men better then us have come before and set the highest examples. Thank you Sir!

Patrick English

May 25, 2020

On this day especially, I keep Robert in my thoughts and prayers. I scrolled through more of the comments below and found the link to the video that Paula put together to memorialize both Robert and all those that have lost their lives in service to our country. Paula--Thank you for putting the video together and sharing.

Charlie Gili

October 24, 2019

Hello,

We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Robert Michael Secher US Marine Captain.

We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.

We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

May 28, 2019

Dear Pierre ( and Lucy)

I was to hear SHOCKED to hear about Robert's death. May his memory be for a blessing.

I am living in Cleveland next to my daughter Bonnie and her daughter Lilith and have been living here about 8 months. Asher died almost 8 years ago and I am going to Israel in just over a week to sell our apartment. Let me hear from you!!!!

All my love, Carol Gordon Arian

John Jencura

May 27, 2019

Thinking of you today sir. Thank you for everything. Bravo 1/11!

Patrick English

May 27, 2019

On this day as well as many others, keeping Rob in my thoughts as is my family. I was looking through the pictures on the website and the picture of Rob doing the "robot" is outstanding. I don't know if I caught just how funny that was the first time I looked through the pictures. Very much captures Rob's subtle humor.

Efrain Moreno

May 28, 2018

Sir, it has been years since we served together, but your memory lives on with all of the Marine's you led and fought along side...I learned so much from you.. Semper Fi ... Bravo 1/11 USMC #Neverforgotten Sincerely- SSGT. Moreno

Patrick English

May 27, 2018

Rob, as always, keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers this Memorial Day. My oldest daughter keeps you in mind as well and kept you in her prayers at Mass today. I recently saw this quote from Ronald Reagan.

It is, in a way, an odd thing to honor those who died in defense of our country, in defense of us, in wars far away. The imagination plays a trick. We see these soldiers in our mind as old and wise. We see them as something like the Founding Fathers, grave and gray haired. But most of them were boys when they died, and they gave up two lives -- the one they were living and the one they would have lived. When they died, they gave up their chance to be husbands and fathers and grandfathers. They gave up their chance to be revered old men. They gave up everything for our country, for us. And all we can do is remember. Ronald Reagan

Brad Koopmeiners

January 15, 2018

I served as a Capt in the Marines in Hit, Iraq where met Robert. We ate dinner together the night before he was injured. We were brothers in arms. Its been several years since his passing. I suffer from PTSD and his passing weighs heavily on me every year on the same day. Oct 8th, 2006... Two days prior, I had survived an IED that struck my vehicle. Robert was there for me and helped me make sense of it all.
I don't know why after all these years I am finally reaching out, perhaps to help bring some peace and healing. He will forever be remembered

Brian Davis

October 8, 2017

Another year down Captain and still awfully missed. All of my leaders in all I've been involved in. You were (are) one with most influence on me. The Marine was awesome, the Man was great, but the Heart of yours was the most powerful in your leadership style. I miss you and know that'll you'll never be forgotten as long as I'm living and my daughter Kenzie. I speak of you often Sir and strive still to live up to your expectations. I hope your resting easy sir as you did your time keeping us safe and protecting our great nation and others in the root of evil intruders.

Patrick English

May 29, 2017

Rob--Once again I think of you on Memorial Day. I found a story from NPR shortly after we lost you where your father and sister appear. I've put the link below as well as a quote from your father...whom I'm sure you're with today. Thank you. Patrick

Mr. P. SECHER: I will tell what my thoughts are now; my thoughts are this: The people in this country, and especially the young people in this country, have got learn that there's a price to pay for having a country. Now that price does not necessarily have to be death, but it has to be a price that involves a recognition that we are a community.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6326053&sc=emaf

Lewis Snyder

March 12, 2017

You are one of the reasons I got back in. I tell my NCOs story's about you. Lifting weights in the fdc. Running the hills calling in to make a parking lot of fire. It was a pleasure Sir I am honored to have worked for you. BeastMasters

Doug Luccio

May 30, 2016

Rob...today we think of brave men like you that did dangerous things so we all could be free. Never forgotten, brother. Semper Fi

John Stefan

May 29, 2016

Hey buddy! This weekend we reflect on you and all the heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice. I will never forget you brother. You will always be with me in spirit.

Chris Tolliver

May 19, 2016

At Rob's funeral, someone spoke about how great of a Marine he was and I couldn't agree more. But, what I've always told people when I tell stories about our time on the staff at Officer Candidates School is that he was a great man. Being a Marine was just part of him; albeit a very big part. It is why my wife and I chose to name our son after Rob in 2009. My son will grow up understanding what integrity, sacrifice, and honor look like and there was never any other consideration for my son's name when we learned he was a boy. For all of those family and friends out there, I hope it helps to know that Rob's story and as much of his life I know will live on through my son. He's only six now but already understands that a good friend of daddy was killed while defending our country and protecting our way of life.

Victor Bunch

May 2, 2016

Rob's memory still inspires me to be a better man. My prayers remain with his family. Semper Fidelis!

John Stefan

January 23, 2016

Thinking about you today as I do everyday. Can't go anywhere this weekend because we are in the midst of a blizzard, so I figured I'd leave you a message to let you know I will never forget you my man! Keep guarding those pearly gates. If you run across my Mom, tell her I miss her and that she has two beautiful granddaughters down here. Much love Rob!

Anna Stern

September 18, 2015

May his soul be bound in the bundle of life!
Jewish American hero!

Patrick English

May 25, 2015

My family and I keep Rob in our thoughts on every Memorial Day. Proud to have known him.

Dwight Kealy

November 11, 2014

Thinking about you, your family, and friends yesterday for our Marine Corps birthday and today on this Veteran's Day.

Patrick English (USMC 1999-2006)

May 26, 2014

On Memorial Day this year (as with many other days), I will keep Rob in my thoughts and prayers as well as his family. I explained Rob's sacrifice to my oldest daughter two years ago to help her understand Memorial Day and she's never forgotten about Rob and asks about him now every Memorial Day. Gone but never forgotten.

Victor Bunch

April 10, 2014

I still think about you, Marine. And pray for peace for you and your family. Thank you, Rob.

Lisa (Turley) Hubert

November 11, 2013

Ooh-Rah & Happy Birthday, Sir!! On this 238th birthday of our beloved Corps, you are still and forever will be a presence we remember as we celebrate. It is because of YOU, Sir, & our other brothers and sisters who have given their lives, ensuring that we will always be able to celebrate the Honor, Courage, and Commitment instilled into the heart of all of us. You will always be the epitome of what the Marine Corps stands for; a constant reminder that our signature on that dotted line-although written in ink-is sealed with our own blood. Today, Sir, I thank you for your guidance; your leadership; your sense of humor; your service; and most of all-your ultimate sacrifice. You will always be present in each and every aspect of the Marine Corps and those who have had the pleasure of serving with you or beside you, to include me-will NEVER forget that. You have impacted the lives of so many of our brothers and sisters. Your sacrifice was not in vain, Sir; and it will NEVER be taken for granted. I know you're guarding the Gates of Heaven with the same pride and confidence which you portrayed in life, as well. Thank you, Sir; For your service and your willingness to give your all. Happy Birthday, Sir, and Semper Fidelis!!!!

November 9, 2013

Sir, its the day before OUR beloved Marine Corps 238th Birthday and of course you come to mind. My thoughts on here always relate to the fact that I miss you. You were the ultimate Marine, but even more so....you were the Ultimate Man and Friend. I just wonder on some days on how and why you can be gone, when you had such a bright life ahead. But it comes clear that GOD needed the Ultimate Angel to look over us as we defend others. Ill keep it short this time. Basically I miss you, and can only wish you were here to share my family life with you. Invite you over to for the Holidays, and Kenzie's birthday's! Happy early Bday, Sir. Semper Fidelis to my HERO!

Brian Davis (Sergeant USMC 99-07/ 0311)

Amos Velasquez M.Ed

July 5, 2013

Captain Secher was awesome to see when I was a young Marine. He led from the front and I appreciated that about him. I think about the officers that led us at Bravo 1/11 and try to treat people with the same respect that Capt. Secher and the other officers in our battery gave to us. I will never forget! Semper Fi

Lynne Neibert

July 1, 2013

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your loved one's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift which will be mailed to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne

LEWIS SNYDER

April 26, 2013

BEASTMASTERS: A pleasure working for you Sir. Writing about you for this course im in. You made us the Best.

Brett Coe

April 11, 2013

You will be missed! You were the best of us.

MMI '91

J C

March 18, 2013

Thinking of you today brother.

Brian Davis

December 25, 2012

Well Sir, Its been awhile since I've dropped in. Nothing has changed too much. Family is good, Kenzie is growing, and I'm still a Deputy but I'm a K9 officer now. Something I probably wouldn't have attained without having you lead me. You taught me loyalty and determination which in the end gives you a "never quit" attitude. Captain Secher I do accredit you with most of what I do and fortunately succeed in today. I miss alot Sir and would do anything to be able to call you and joke about old times and talk about the new. To invite you to my home with my family for a Holiday feast or two. But I can't...But what I can do is continue to tell me about what type a person you were and the one I admire. Yes the Marine was great, but the Man, Robert Secher was even better. Thank you sir for you sacrifice and I cherish the time we were working alongside one another at OCS. Semper FI Sir...And may God Speed!!!
Oh yea...Im gonna be in Tennessee next month and I plan on trying to catch up with your family...Cant Wait! But at very least I will visit you!!!
With love Sir, Brian (Sgt Davis)

Peggy Childers

November 5, 2012

October 8, 2012
To the family and friends of Capt. Robert M. Secher:
Always remembering Robert. "Some gave all."

My name then was Lt. Kealy

October 4, 2012

It has been a while since I searched the names of some friends in the USMC, and here I've found this place to remember my old roommate. Secher and I were new lieutenants together at the 6-month basic officer course. I was married and living in town and assigned to his room for the many hours we spent waiting between activities in the early hours or late at night.
Unlike many officers that become officers right out of college, Secher had enlisted in the USMC at 17, served four years, and then went to college before coming back as an officer. While enlisted, he had served at the prestigious "8th and I" barracks in Washington D.C.. In addition to the normal enlisted service ribbons, he had a presidential medal on his uniform for serving with the president's security team. It was obvious: He was the best of the best. His room was always clean. His uniform was always perfect. His gear was always organized. He was fit. He listened to others. We looked up to him. He was mostly soft-spoken unless he was leading us on a run and let his command voice ring out to keep us in step.
On his shelf were photos of two great or great-great grandparents in military dress uniforms. One fought in WWI—for Germany. The other fought in the Civil War—for the South. With his wry smile he noted that he came from a long history of military service that just happened to be on the wrong side. Next to the photos were additional books on tactics that he studied. His first choice for a job in the USMC was to be a tank commander and a book on the tactics of the WWII German tank commander Rommel had a prominent place on the shelf. As is usually the case in the USMC, Secher wasn't given his first choice. Sure, he was disappointed, but he handled it with the same confident, professional grace that he handled any obstacle.
I feel foolish saying I miss him and think of him often now when, the truth is, I was busy and hadn't looked up his name for years before I looked up his name and learned of his death. Maybe I'm just frustrated that the world didn't stop on that day almost six years ago and somehow announce our shared loss. I'm sure it did seem to stop for some of you. For those of you who were maybe too young to remember him well, he was the perfect hero, ready to serve valiantly on whatever stage history would give him. He would be that hero that you see in the movies. We just lost him too soon.
To mom and dad, thank you for the amazing man that you brought into this world and shared with us. My son will know that I am a better man because of your son.
He was always faithful.

Patrick Callahan

September 5, 2012

Robert taught me strength in an unforgiving environment. I will never forget how he blessed my life. TF 1-36

July 6, 2012

To the Secher family,

May the wonderful memories of your loved one provide solace for you during this difficult time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved ones again in Paradise. John 17:3

May 28, 2012

Eventhough we lost you in this world, you will never be forgotten.

Patrick English

May 27, 2012

I served with Rob during 2001-2002 while on deployment with the 15th MEU. I was a Platoon Commander with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines. Both Rob and I sailed on the USS Dubuque. I am out of the Marines now and I have two kids, the oldest of which is six and I am trying to explain what Memorial Day is to her which is why I have been thinking of Rob as of late. I wish I had something more profound to say, but I would like to say that I remember Rob and was glad to have known him. We did not spend a lot of time together but the two of us had a chance to do an advance party trip for some some training in Darwin, Australia (right before Sept 11) and we spent some time together talking on the observation deck above the bridge on the USS Peleliu. I had many conversations with Rob, but I remember this conversation well because it was just a beautiful day looking out over the Pacific and Rob and I were relaxed and enjoying each other's company. Rob was always thoughtful and such a genuine person. I will keep him in my prayers this weekend and I'll make sure that my children know that it is for Rob (and so many others) that we observe Memorial Day. Thank you. Patrick

Paula Salky

May 27, 2012

It's so wonderful to read the stories about Robert. I get to know a different side of him this way. Words can not even come close to how empty it is in our family. His nieces and nephews are growing up and he would love to have seen them graduate from his old alma mater, Riverale and graduating from college. Years go by. Tears still flow. And you are missed by many, Robert. You are not forgotten. Here's a video about Robert.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQRcr4rOtbc

millicent askew

May 25, 2012

Thank you for all you did for our country.

Capt. Secher is 2nd from the left. my brother (then)Capt. Elliot Mora is in front of him the far left

Nancy Mora

May 24, 2012

My brother (then)Capt. Elliot Mora took this picture of Capt. Secher doing "the robot". My brother's nickname for Capt. Secher was "Diesel"

lil' sister of Maj. Elliot Mora Nancy Mora. RIP Capt. Secher&Major Mora

May 24, 2012

John Stefan

May 19, 2012

Hey there, just saw the facebook stocks going public, and I couldn't stop thinking about how you would probably be trying to find a way to get in on that action so that you could have even MORE money than you already needed. I still remember how you would give me that smirk when I used to tease you as we made our 14 hour visits to the defensive fighting positions in Jacobabad, Pakistan to check on our Marines about how you would be a 80 yr old Man sitting on a porch in TN with millions of dollars in the bank, but STILL have no sexy mamicita sitting next you. Oh well brother, Claudia still talks about you all the time, and she still tells me how you were the perfect gentleman, and how you would be great for some of her single friends. And I always tell her she is absolutley right, you are a perfect gentleman, a phenomenal Marine Corps Officer, and even more importantly, a fantastic beastmaster brother for ever. I miss you man, and I always will. I just wanted to share that thought with you today. I know I was all over the place in this entry, but my mind runs wild when I think about you man. Keep an eye on us down here, lord knows we can use all the help we can get during these trying times. Semper Fidelis!

May 17, 2012

thankyou

May 2, 2012

Thinking of you- may you rest in peace. you are missed.

Brian Davis

December 26, 2011

Well Captain Secher its been awhile since I stopped in. But just because I haven't logged in doesnt mean your not in my head and on my heart every day. I miss you my brother. I miss laughing with you and at you, alongside Sgt Procopio of course at "your women skills". But your Marine skills were something different. They were serious and genuine. To have known you was a priviledge. To honor you day to day is an honor. One that I cherish and embellish while I tell Mackenzie about you. And let her know the kind of man you were, are, and always will be. You ARE the Few, the Proud, My Favorite Marine. God Bless Sir, Miss you!! Semper FI!

Peter

November 11, 2011

Rest in Peace Capt..... May God continue to comfort your family.

October 9, 2011

I served with this Marine in Bravo 1/11. He was a great leader to his Marines and a Fine Marine Officer. Never did he ask his Marines to do things he would not, in fact I recall he was always the first to do them. Never one to make hasty decisions when not called for, always asking his enlisted leadership of what they thought and including them in planning. A TRUE MARINES MARINE. S/F Sir.....Gy Hessler

Peggy Childers

October 8, 2011

To the family and friends of Capt. Robert M. Secher:
Please accept my remembrance of Robert on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Lisa Turley-Hubert

September 29, 2011

This year will mark the 5 year anniversary of Capt Secher's death. Every year at this time, I have an internal drive to honor his death. I still remember where I was; I was the first Marine in the shop to learn of his passing. As I sat at the computer and stared blankly at the words 'Captain Secher was KIA this past Sunday' will forever be embedded into my brain. He was a wonderful mentor, an outstanding Marine, and was one of the few Officers who found this LCpl's (at the time) jokes funny. I loved being on duty with him because he always let me go to the gym and 'get some.' Capt Secher's memory will continue to live on.

Sandi Richardson

August 18, 2011

I did not know Capt. Robert Secher, but my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. I thank him for serving in our country's military.

sheila

August 13, 2011

You will never be forgotten. I am so sorry. I continue to think about you and your family and pray that your memory continues to be a blessing for them.Rest in peace.

L Greene

June 27, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. May CAPT. ROBERT M. SECHER rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is.My thoughts and prayers are with ROBERT and your family.GOD bless~

Connie Pacifico

May 30, 2011

Thank you for your service and sacrifice that gave me freedom. It is appreciated and honored.

May 29, 2011

We will never forget you Robert!

Victor Bunch

May 29, 2011

Rob will always embody Memorial Day for me. As promised in my letter, I will continue to tell my children about him so that they have a face and name of a genuine hero to associate with the terrible cost of their Daddy's profession.
He was and remains one of our best and I'm proud to carry on his legacy. With love and respect to family and friends.

Earlie Alford

May 26, 2011

THANKS FOR YOUR ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
CAPTAIN SECHER, REST IN PEACE.
To the Secher Family cherish the memory of your love one.

Michael Springer

May 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

May 9, 2011

my name is carol gordon-arian. i am the widow of asher arian--good friend of pierre. i'm looking for lucy and want to know if she is OK. i tried the number at 1671 bryn mawr cirle but it was disconncted. my phone number is 201 692 0903 and my email is [email protected]. can you contact me please?

December 3, 2010

rest in peace~ you will not be forgotten.

J. chaney

November 29, 2010

Semper Fi

Steve Brown

November 2, 2010

Semper Fi

John Stefan

October 10, 2010

Thinking of you today Brother.

M Campbell

October 9, 2010

Miss you bro!

Peggy Childers

October 8, 2010

To the family and friends of Capt. Robert M. Secher:
Remembering Robert 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

Jim Beal

October 6, 2010

Think about you everyday. From the good times in college to our Lt days together with the Beastmasters to Fort Sill to seeing you for the last time in Iraq in 2006. I have the picture from the last time I saw you on my desk and always tell everyone what kind of a man and what kind of Marine you are.

Thanks for always being a great friend over those many years. I won't ever forget. Semper Fidelis brother.

John tefan

September 5, 2010

Big Man, I am in Okinawa now, and I made my way to the building named in your honor at Camp Hansen. I work in the 12th Marines CP, and everyday I walk down the hall, I always think how many times your boots hit the deck up here. Man, you are always on my mind buddy. I often think about our long conversations we would have walking the perimiter in Pakistan in that 115 degree weather for 15 hours, as much as it sucked then, I would give anything to have those moments back. I constantly wonder why God chose to take you when he did. I know he has a plan for all of us, I just wish he would of left you here for awhile longer. I miss you man. I know one day you and I will meet again, I just wish we had a day to tap beers in Kin or Naha and talk about the good times. I love you Man! Rest in Peace, and Semper Fidelis!

Daniel Lange

August 12, 2010

I will always remember you as Lt. Robert "The Machine" Secher. I count myself lucky to have served with a Marine as honorable as you.

Joe Russo

June 1, 2010

Cubby,

Yes, if you can believe it, we're promoting Stefan to MGuns! Nearly 9 years ago that you and SSgt Stefan were working our position in Pakistan. In some ways, a long time ago. In others, yesterday! You'll be there with us on Wednesday!

Carrie Beal-Sulcer

June 1, 2010

I'm with Stefan...I think about you every day and you were especially in my thoughts yesterday. We love and miss you so much! Love to your family!

John Stefan

May 30, 2010

Rob, Man there is not a day goes by that I do not think about my old FDO/Platoon Commander. I watched your sister Paula's tribute to you on you tube, and every time I see it, I get misty eyed. You were the best. I am getting promoted to Master Guns on Wed, and you would never believe who is going to step up on a ladder and pin me. The smallest Human being on the face of the earth; Fightin Joe Russo. We love you man, and although I am writing theses words today, I say them in my head 364 other days of the year. Semper Fidelis "Machine"

April 17, 2010

Remembered ALWAYS.
Rest in peace.

Rev. Glenn Diehl

February 3, 2010

From a former Navy Vietnam veteran. As I read the many, many condolences for Captain Secher, I realized how special this young man was. I was attached to the Marine Corps for a year as a dental technician and I am always proud that I got to serve with the best this country has to offer. As I look at the photo of this young Marine officer, I am brought to tears for the ultimate sacrifice that he and so many others like him have paid for our country. Thank you, Sir. I salute you and your comrades who defend my freedom and the freedom of every American. I am praying daily for the end of these wars. Semper Fi

2/7 Weapons Platoon Okinawa, Japan 1994-5

December 26, 2009

Bill (Robert) and I at Camp Wilson (29Palms)

Mike Campbell

December 25, 2009

I served with then Sgt. Secher in 29Palms, CA from 92-96. The first time I saw him, I told him he looked like Bill Clinton. "Bill" became his platoon nickname. He was one of the finest most squared away Marines I ever worked with. He was such a close friend. I remember we drove from California all the way to Memphis on leave one summer and laughed the whole way. When my enlistment was up I decided to get married and Capt. Secher was one of my groomsmen. He will be forever missed. I've attached a photo of us together at 29Palms. It was taken somewhere around 94-95.

November 11, 2009

Thinking of you on veterans day. Love and miss you.

Brian Davis

October 30, 2009

Well Captain Secher, its been 3 years since your passing. But I know your with us all, including my Wife and daughter. I spent 8 honorable years in the great ole USMC. But nothing was more HONORABLE than to know I served with one the best leaders the Corps ever had. Anyone that served with you can vouch for that. You took "taking care of your own" to a new level with me and Sgt Procopio. Your passion and love for God, Family, Corps was 2nd to none as you treated my family like your very own. Just dont think I haven't forgot about the $100 dollars you gave to me and Brandy to have a great time when we eloped in Vegas in 2004. I have lost many friends and loved ones in my lifetime, but yours was one of the most impacting. You were without a doubt THE ONE I looked up too. I respect all Marines and love my Corps, but no one will ever be able to replace you as a person, friend, and Marine. God Bless Sir. I miss you! To your family Sir: Please rest in comfort knowing that you raised and grew up with one heck of a son (man). He was without a doubt, A Marine's Marine!

Cpl. Hubert

October 27, 2009

I worked with Capt Secher at OCS for the first 3 years of my enlistment. He was an awesome and dedicated leader. I remember one time when he was the OOD and I was the duty driver and he and I were joking about the OOD office and how it was a closet. He was so professional and when I saw he passed, I was the first in our section to be notified through MCNOSC. I passed the word to my CWO who, in turn, retired to her office immediately. We could all hear her crying. We were all devistated. He was such a wonderful role model to the officer candidates that went through OCS as well as to the enlisted Marines. His dedication and professionalism never faultered and his humor and encouragement helped me get through what seemed like a long tour. Here it is 3 years later. I can guarentee that no one in our command will ever forget his leadership or him as a person. Always Faithful.

Sarah Kier

October 7, 2009

I just want your family to know the impact you have made on the life of someone I love. Thank you for your friendship and for being a man among men.
To your family, I do not know you, but you have all been in my prayers this week. I pray that the Lord will carry you through the valley until you see him again in heaven.

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