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Memories and Condolences
for Lester Baroncini
Charlie Gili
July 22, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let your family and friends know that we are sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and some of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Lester D. Baroncini Jr. US Army Sergeant.
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 and 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
Pam Dustin
July 31, 2016
HEROS NEVER DIE, THEY LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER
Pam Dustin
October 26, 2015
It does not seem possible that is has been nine years. I still have your memory book sitting here waiting to be delivered to or picked up for your family.
HEROES LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER, NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN
[email protected]
Trevor Davis
October 15, 2015
Here we are again 9 years later and remembering you like it was yesterday. Thinking of you and the Baroncini family. Lester buddy, you will never be forgotten!
Mike and Pam Dustin
May 26, 2015
Thinking of you on this Memorial Day.
HEROES LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER, NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN.
I still have the memory book that I made for you. I know you parent would love it. If anyone can help me with where to deliver or to come get it, please let me know.
Michael Patrick
May 24, 2015
I remember two guys..our Senior year in high school..still riding the school bus our first day of our last year. We rode that same bus from our first day as our first year as Freshman. In the beginning we were always making fun of one another, but along the way we also became good friends. So much we thought of getting away from our parents and finding our own independence after we graduated. Real life and costs proved overwhelming and you stayed and I enlisted in the Army.
After many years, active duty, getting out, moving, school, National Guard, Reserves, moving etc....I wondered how my ole friend Lester was doing back in Bakersfield and wanted to reconnect. After a couple of minutes of searching I found that I was only a couple of days too late.
I wish I was able to get with ya once and admire how you got rid of the cowboy hat to wear the goofy one us enlisted folk had to wear...and I wish I was there with ya...just like all those long rides home on the school bus...
John L
August 30, 2014
Hoohah paratrooper, RIP.
You know us airborne grunts are always the first to go, and the last to know. I you nor was I in your unit but a battalion just down the road on Ardennes. I'm sure we pounded the same ground at some time though.
Pam Dustin
May 25, 2014
Thinking of you, Remembering you, and Honoring you on this Memorial Day weekend
Mason Schultz
May 16, 2014
Hey Doe.. we miss you man we love you never forgotten wish I would have been older to be able to spend more time with you. I look at this and makes me want to join the army even more then when I wanted to when you knew me as a kid you taught me a lot when you were here with us all.. but even more due to the fact you are gone.. I think about you every time I pull a trigger to a gun.. epically that beautiful 30-06 you left behind love you uncle doe gone never forgot hell of a fine cowboy and straight shooter.. I've been looking out for everyone just as you would have done and would want me to do. I have been working hard on the ranch like you would have wanted me to do
Shakaira Wrenn
March 4, 2014
His sacrifice will never forgotten. Please accept my condolences. My the God of all comfort bless you with peace, as you reflect on the beautiful memories you've shared.
Pam Dustin
November 10, 2013
We are thinking of you on this Veterans Day. HEROES live in our hearts forever. You are a true American HERO.
If, by chance, a member or friend of the family, would you please contact me at my email. I made and have had a condolence book for Lester about six years ago. I was told by a friend of the family on a military group that they were having a hard time and it would be better to contact them at a later day. This book is to honor Lester and is full of messages from all over the United States. I would love to get it to them. I think they would be happy to know how much our country cared for him and for our military. thank you in advance
Pam
Mike and Pam Dustin
October 31, 2013
You will never be forgotten. If a member of the family could contact me at [email protected], I would appreciate. I have a condolence book that I made for him that I have made. It is filled with wonderful messages from all over the United States, along with poems, articles, etc. I don't know why I didn't try this before, but I couldn't find a number or address, so it is still with me.
Thank you in advance.
Peggy Childers
October 18, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini:
Always remembering Lester. "Some gave all."
Mike and Pam Dustin
May 27, 2013
Just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you on this Memorial Day.
One thing I can promise you; you will NEVER be forgotten.
MIke and Pam Dustin
May 28, 2012
I always have trouble deciding if I want to write a message on the weekend or the actual day. My wish for this Memorial is that every American will take just a minute or two to say and little prayer for our Heroes in Heaven and for those still here on earth. That is such a small thing to do and something that is well deserved.
We will be thinking of you and saying a little prayer for you. You will never be forgotten as long as I live.
HEROES NEVER DIE. THEY LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVE. I truly do believe this.
with love and respect,
May 13, 2012
Still remembered and honoring Domenico.
Pamela Dustin
October 17, 2011
Lester will never be forgotten. HEROES NEVER die, they live in our HEARTS FOREVER.
MAJ King
October 16, 2011
To the Baroncini Family,
We'll never forget his sacrifice on that night. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you and your family always. I remind every soldier that I meet about the great paratroopers from A/2-505.
Peggy Childers
October 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini:
Please accept my remembrance of Lester on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Cesar Gonzalez
June 28, 2011
Me and Lester worked in the same unit, He was a good soldier and a great friend. When this happen I was on leave, and that day I decided to go the unit just see friends, that's how I found about Lester. At that moment I couldn't believe it, I thought it was bad joke, so I left the unit and went straight to my car. Then I sat in my car for quiet a bit I looked back to unit and I start thinking all the good and bad times we had working together in the unit and I started to cry. My brother I will never forget you, take care pal.
February 24, 2011
Thank you for your service, Sgt. Baroncini.
I ordered the beautiful Fallen Heroes geocoin made in your honor. This coin will travel to geocaches for others to also learn of your service. It can be tracked on www.geocaching.com under Trackables, using code US77YV.
My husband was also in the 82nd, 505th years ago. God bless you and your family for your service and sacrifice.
Mr. & Mrs. J. M. Campbell, Georgia
"busternfruss"
Trevor Davis
October 15, 2010
Lester buddy, sitting here drinking one of your favorite Bud Selects thinking about that night. Just wanted to say I miss you and we have not forgotten you.
Peggy Childers
October 15, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini:
Remembering Lester 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
Mike and Pam Dustin
July 3, 2010
I just felt the need to write you on this Fourth of July. If it weren't for you, your brothers in arms, our veterans, and all branches of the Military, we probably would not be living the way we are. Thank you for our freedom. From freedom of speech and religion to the very small things like shopping or owning a home, I thank you.
It doesn't seem enough to say thank you. I will Honor you for as long as I live and I will Never Forget.
Pam Dustin
May 30, 2010
I just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you on this Memorial Day. You are forever a HERO and will never be forgotten.
I would like to think that you are up there in Heaven with your brothers in arms celebrating yourselves.
with love and respect,
Mike and Pam Dustin
Charles H. Miranda
January 6, 2010
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FOLLOW THE RAINBOW TO HEAVEN.
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A SOLDIER HAD DIE OUT ON THE
BATTLEFIELD;
BROKEN HEARTS ARE WEEPING FOR
THEM,
BUT TAKE COMFORT OF KNOWING
THAT GOD HAD SENT THEM A
RAINBOW FROM HEAVEN;
THE SOULS OF THE SOLDIERS
HAVE GONE TO THERE HOME
IN HEAVEN,
OUR LOVED ONE'S HAS FOLLOW
GOD'S LOVELY RAINBOW IN THE
SKY;
ALL THE WAY TO THE END OF THE
SKY.
THAT LEADS ALL THE WAY TO THE
OTHER END OF THE LORD'S
HOUSE IN HEAVEN,
SO JUST KEEP ON PRAYING AND
TRUST THAT GOD WILL SEND US
THAT SAME RAINBOW IN THE SKY;
WHERE OUR LOVED ONE'S ARE
WAITING FOR YOU AND FOR ME AT
THE END OF THE RAINBOW IN
HEAVEN.
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Do A Web Search On:
Charles H. Miranda -- Or.
charlesthepoet2003
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Kenna Larra
March 6, 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
In Memory of Lester Domenico ~ (Debra Estep)
October 16, 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 Domenico, 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
Pamela Dustin
October 16, 2008
Heroes never die. They remain in our hearts forever.
Lester, I feel like I know you. I have made a book for your family and am waiting to find out how to get it to them.
Pam Dustin
340-0518
with love and respect
Pamela Dustin
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
October 15, 2008
Domenico,
Thinking and praying for you on the 2nd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Peggy Childers
September 17, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini:
Lester 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
June 8, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Baroncini!
Ryon Gambill
June 6, 2008
Thank you Sgt Baroncini for your service and sacrifice. Go claim your reward in heaven, and thank you soldier.
God Rest your brave soul.
the Buck family
May 19, 2008
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. what he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
Spencer Hoover
May 8, 2008
I am deeply saddened to hear of this. I served with Lester in A Co., he truly had a big heart and always did what he could for others. God bless him and his family.
August 21, 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)
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 15, 2007
Suncere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
August 2, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Baroncini and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Ruth Pugh
July 14, 2007
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your son, husband, brother. I am sure that he will be sadly missed.Someone is praying for you. I have a grandson that is leaving for his second deployment to Iraq soon and my heart aches when there is a life lost. I can only pray. I feel so helpless but i can tell you that i care and if ever i can do anything please contact me.
Ryan Sobraska
July 6, 2007
Theres not a day that goes by that I don't think of Lester and the other fallen soldiers I knew while I was actively serving. I am deeply saddened to hear of this. Lester you will be missed.
SPC Ryan Sobraska formerly of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, A Company 2nd Battalion 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment
RaNae Vaughn
May 31, 2007
Please accept my deepest condolences. I lost my son, Sgt. Jason W. Vaughn, on 10 May 2007 in Iraq. I always felt sorrow for every fallen soldier and their families before I lost my son; now I know the agonizing pain each family goes through. It's amazing how our worlds have come to a crashing halt, but everything else keeps going on. I am so sorry. May God bless you!
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 27, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
January 31, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Cheryl Kautzman
December 27, 2006
I attended Buena Vista School in Bakersfield with Domenico in the 1980's. Though he was 3 years younger than I, we were in the same classroom for a few years because of the school's then small size. I acted as kind of a "big sister" to Domenico (as we called him) and I was always quick to defend him if there were any trouble with the other students. Though Domenico was rather shy back then and rather quiet, he was always quick to flash a brilliant smile to share with those around him. He was kind, honest, and intelligent and though we were a few years apart in age, I understood and got along with him much better than the kids my age. I could not fathom that in the future, "little Domenico" would grow up to become such a brave man as to serve his country -- I am very proud of him. Though he grew up to become a great man, I will always cherish the memories of the shy little boy that I called my friend -- a friend that I called affectionately, "little Domenico". I will miss him and when my time is at hand, I look forward to seeing my friend once more.
Les Sharp
December 9, 2006
Our condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Domenico, an American Soldier.
Thank you Sgt. Baroncini, for choosing to serve our nation. You carried the flag for us, now we shall carry it for you, and all those in harm's way. Rest easy.
Draw strength and love from those around you, the pain will ease, the love will not.
Les and Aleida
USArmy-1971/72-78
PGR-2006-?
Steven Baroncini
November 27, 2006
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Jeremy Bryan
November 21, 2006
To the Baroncini's
I also served with your son in the 82ND. I admired him for his superb professionalism and tackfulness. He was truly a silent professonal. He knew his jod and did what needed to be done to complete the mission. That is just one of the many reasons that you can remain very proud of your son. I know there is little that can be said to lessen the pain that comes with his death, but know that he did make a differance. Not only for this country, but for more importantly the young soldiers who he lead......the ones to his left and right who counted on him. They were never let down.
With the respect of a fellow solider.
Michael Iezzi
November 14, 2006
Father we entrust our brother Domenico to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
JoAnn Rhodes
November 13, 2006
My sincerest sympathy.
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
November 13, 2006
Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux,
Zulma Adorno
November 13, 2006
To the family of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini, my most sincere condolences.
My son, Spc. Robert Casais, a Fort Bragg soldier, is presently serving in Iraq with the 82nd Airborne. I can only imagine
the pain and sorrow that accompanies such a devastating loss of someone so young and full of life. These young brave men not only sacrifice their present lives, but also the lives they had yet to fulfull. Please find comfort in Jesus' promised resurrection (John 5:28&29) and in the knowledge that these "meek ones shall possess the earth and they will indeed find their exquisite delight in the abundance of peace". (Psalms 37:11)
Find joy in those tender, happy memories of times spent together and rest assured that Jehovah will remember Lester in that day. My prayers are with you.
Stephani Aguiar
November 12, 2006
I am greatly sorry for your loss. I know the feeling of losing family to this war. You and your family are in my prayers. Thank you Sgt. Baroncini for your courage to protect this country!
Diana O.
November 12, 2006
As a parent of a young man serving in the Army, I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray everyday for the young men and women in the Military.
Van and Sherry Mounts
November 5, 2006
No one should have to bury their children Pixi and Lester. My heart weeps for you. Our happiest memories of Dominico are at the fair showing steers. Those kids had so much fun. Lester did all the work and those kids played, ran around and thoroughly enjoyed be young. Dominico never lost touch with us. He would come by and see us regularly. A knock on the door in the evening would find Dominico standing there in full cowboy regalia, or his army gear. We will miss him.
kenneth booker
November 4, 2006
I served with your son when i was in Ft.Bragg,he was a outstanding soldier.He will be missed.
Pamela Dustin
November 3, 2006
I know there are no words that can take your pain away. Please know there are many people that are thinking of you and praying for you. Lester chose a very difficut, but honorable profession. He will always be remembered as a true hero. I am also in the process of making a condolence book for your family. It will be a while before I contact you to bring it to you. I know that you will find much comfort in it. I know that Clay Farr's parents certainly did. They liked the idea of having something they could leave out and share with all. Again, I am so sorry. I will look forward to being able to meet you and present this book of love to you.
I would also like to take this opportunity to invite all family of friends of Lester to send messages.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 1, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Baroncini family in the loss of Lester. I did not know Lester, 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Lester 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~
Roy Grossinger
October 31, 2006
Your son served with my son Shawn in Iraq. He was in your son's squad and spoke highly of him. Shawn was on patrol with him at the time of the incident. The last time we talked he said "Dad he’s a lot like you in many ways." He talked about his squad members a lot. Apparently your boy left an impression, I know my son will never forget your son, the incident nor your son's example of duty to country.
Sincerely, Roy Grossinger
I'm sorry for your loss.
Diane Martinez
October 30, 2006
I'm so sorry for your loss, and you are in our prayers. Your son is our hero. My little boys will know him, and will know of his passion to assist his country in it's time of need, and that he went to protect us. I will tell them of Domencio's love for his family and fellow countrymen, and that he died, so that we can stay free. I can't imagine your pain - and the emotions that you feel - they must be of sadness, yet filled with so much pride because your Son was such an example to so many, before September 11th, and after September 11th. I hope that I can instill in my sons the values and patriotism that was so apparently instilled in your son. With much sincerity and much admiration......
Kimberly Davis
October 29, 2006
I am sorry about your loss. My Brother Trevor Davis is in Iraq and knew Lester, I know he is having a hard time with this. I think about you all everyday.
ROBBY GATHER
October 29, 2006
WE WILL ALL MISS YOU! ALOT OF ARE FRIENDS GOT TOGETHER AND TALKED ABOUT OLD TIMES. I LOVE YOU & WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU.
Carrol Alderete
October 27, 2006
To the Baroncini Family,
Please except our deepest condolences on the lost of your son. May God bless your family and comfort you during this difficult time. We also lost our son Clay Farr Feb. 26, 2006 in Iraq.
Anthony, Carrol and Taylor Alderete
Anthony Brown
October 27, 2006
the loss you feel i cant even begin to know so i wont try to . but know this he was a good frind and a outstanding paratrooper. all that knew him miss him and we continue to fight every day in memory of him and the others that have died out hear so that there sacrafice will not have been for nothing. respectfuly SCP Brown, Anthony
George Pinheiro
October 27, 2006
My mother, Mary DeSouza Pinheiro, grew up on the farm immediately west of where Domenico's great grandmother, Frances Baroncini, grew up on Wilson Road. In married life they lived only a mile from each other on their husbands' farms. My parents lost their first born son, Daniel David, in World War II in Germany. Now the Baroncini family has lost their only son in Iraq. The entire Pinheiro family offers their sympathy and prayers for your consolation.
Kerrie Ballard
October 26, 2006
To the Barincini family-
I had the pleasure of being his friend and one that loved him for everything he was. I will miss him dearly he was a very dear friend of mine. My family and I send our prayers to yours. I love you Domenico.
Trevor Davis
October 26, 2006
In Memory Of A Soldier...A Friend
Not everyone could understand all that you went through
Not everyone could understand the thought of actually loosing you
I remember you had said you were ready to do what you had to do
A chance to serve your country, to uphold the Red, the White, and the Blue
The day that we met you became my respected friend
I didn’t want this to happen and I didn’t want it to end
I remember how you wanted to go, to do what was right
Even though you would be so far from home, you wanted to be next to your friends and fight
You always had that true warrior soul inside
I also knew that you weren’t about to stay behind
You were an amazing soldier, with all your values you stood tall
And for your country and its cause you have gave your all
So many things are taken for granted each and everyday
And with your life you had to pay
You gave the greatest sacrifice that anyone could give
And I know that you did this without regret so that others could happily live
My heart hurts so much and I cant help but cry
There’s such an awful pain inside and all I can seem to ask is why?
I still to this day don’t understand it all
Like why it was you that had to fall
I even catch myself asking God why and how
Why couldn’t you be standing here now?
I wish that you were here so that we could all hold you tight
But at least in my dreams I will see you tonight
I wanted to tell you no matter how much we change and grow
You will always remain in our hearts because we love you so
We may not know or truly understand
But at least we know you are in that Promised Land
All theses tears may relieve the pain in our hearts
But at least this is where we will never part
We might still ask God why all this sadness and pain
But even God knows there will be sunshine after this rain
Even the hurt as he called you away
You must know that in our hearts you will always stay
I can’t exactly find all the words left untold
That truly describe all this pain that I hold
Tears seem to flow like rivers from our reddened eyes
And my heart feels so dark like a gray stormy sky
It’s just so unbelievably hard to say goodbye
To such a wonderful friend that has died
Days seem filled with constant heartache and nights seem so full of unsleeping sorrow
It makes me think all the time, will it be like this tomorrow?
And with theses new tears swelling and falling from my eyes, I now stop to say a goodbye
We will meet again one day on high
For I know that death is never just the end
I know in my heart I will see you again
So goodbye for now...
My fellow soldier, a warrior, a hero, my Friend!
Lester buddy, i'm gonna miss you.
To the Baroncini family, please email me, Lester has some more belongings in NC. Lester was a great friend of mine and I am very sorry for your loss. He will always be in our hearts.
unknown
October 25, 2006
I love you Domenico, I will never forget you. One day we will meet again, until then I say see ya later not goodbye.
Jennifer McClenahan
October 25, 2006
Even though I didn't know your son
I am very sorry for your lost and I want to thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for letting him fight for me and my daughter and family and also for fighting for our country too. He sacrifice
his life to fight for our country
and everybody that he touch there lives in many ways or the other it
doesn't matter he touch many live.
Thank you once again for letting him fight for our lives to be safe.
You and your family are in my hearts
and pryers and my family too.
J Ramsey
October 25, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know this young man, but see him as an all American boy, good hearted, and brave. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that truly only the good die young.
Rhonda Hobbs
October 24, 2006
Words cannot express how sorry I am for you're family's loss. Lester was a very special person that I was privileged to be friends with in highschool, and I will always remember him for his kindness.
Rhonda Hobbs (Fagan)
Sally Brown
October 24, 2006
I'm an American living in a small town here in Kern County. We Thank your son and you the family for letting him protect My family and Kids Our Prayers are with lester and the hole family God Bless
Amber Capps Duval
October 24, 2006
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of Domenico and will miss him more than words can say. He was an incredible person whom I admired very much. My thoughts are with his dear family and friends.
Karen Masek
October 24, 2006
To Family and Friends of Sgt. Lester Baroncini. My heart aches with yours. My tears flow with yours. My son, PFC Turner Masek, was serving with your son in Iraq and he and all the members of their platoon are devastated. If I come across any pictures that has your son in them, I will see that you get them. God, may He comfort you today and always. "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you." John 14:18
Yvonne Orlando
October 24, 2006
Baroncini Family,
I am a native of Bakersfield and I joined the US Army for the same reasons as your son. Although I no longer serve, my husband is a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division. It is not easy to lose a family member, but you have to remember, this is what we signed up to do. Every day I count my blessings and everyday I appreciate what God has given us. Your son died for the freedom that many before us have preserved. I want to thank you and your son for the bravery he has shown in his short-lived life. May the support for our military continue to be strong. We keep you in our prayers!....A JOB WELL DONE!...HOOAH!
The Orlando Family
judy capps
October 24, 2006
It seems like yesterday Lester was hanging out at our home. He was the one boyfriend of Reagans that was truly a family friend. He was always a gentleman to Reagan and especially caring to our son Zach. He would take Reagan and Zach to see the cows and even let Zach name one "Norman". He was 11 years older than Zach but he took him riding and hunting, something most 21 year olds didnt have time for.
One day several years back he just showed up at our door to say "hi".
He stayed a couple of hours just talking about nothing in particular. There was alot of laughing that day, typical of Dominico.
When I told my son how Lester had stayed in Iraq so others with families could return to them he said " that was Lester". and it was.
Lester was the gentle, caring and unselfish.
We will miss him and always remember him.
Rick, Judy, Reagan Capps
Zahcary Pierucci
Bakersfield, Ca.
Marcy Ladd
October 24, 2006
I did not know your son, but will be forever grateful for the sacrifice he gave for us all. Your family and his friends are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and many wonderful memories to sustain you in the days ahead.
Kevin Findley
October 24, 2006
Dear Les and Pixie,
It is clear that Domenico was the kind of son of which every parent could be proud. I hope your deep sense loss at having him depart too soon is soothed a bit by your pride in Domenico's patriotism and devotion to all of the things you taught him to love and honor.
Brandi Carlock-Green
October 24, 2006
To Anici and family,
Lester was a one of a kind!God bless you and your family and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brandi (Carlock) Green
Linda DeStefani
October 24, 2006
Dear Friends, Nothing can be harder to face than the loss of your child. My heart goes out to all of you. I am so thankful that we have brave soldiers such as Domenico who fight for what is right and honorable. His sacrifice will always be remembered by many. He did not die in vain. Someday history will show that his efforts made this a better world for millions of us. HE IS OUR HERO ! With love, Linda
Lee Sirotnak
October 21, 2006
Please accept the condolences of this military family. We will honor Lester and his sacrifice by remembering him in our prayers of thanksgiving, and will keep his loved ones in our prayers that you find peace and comfort in the Lord.
James Walsh
October 21, 2006
My deepest condolences to your family. I know your pain as my son was also KIA in Anabar Province, Iraq on October 11, 2006. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. As a former paratrooper with HHC 2nd 505th he will be especially dear to me, for he is one of my airborne brothers that I will never forget. Sincerely Jim Walsh father of Justin T. Walsh, USMC Sgt. EOD 8th Engr Bn.
Jennifer
October 21, 2006
May God be with the friends and family of Domenico. He was such a good friend of my fiance, and worked together on a ranch in Bakersfield. He loved coming home to visit friends and family and always had a positive outlook. He was such a good friend of ours and we are sad to see him go. We only appreciate his couragesness and may God stand by him in heaven. May he rest in peace and know that his friends and family are sharing wonderful stories to remember his life.
Jack Colnot
October 21, 2006
My condolences to the Baroncini family. We share your loss. Lester, may you rest in peace, Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice.
"And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand."
Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)
Henryk Zaleski ( USN-Ret)
October 21, 2006
Rest in peace and save us a place to sit with you in the garden of Eden.
gary allain
October 20, 2006
Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Lowell
October 20, 2006
I hope that your are at God's throne, praising Him withy palm fronds in your hands (Rev 7:9). As a fellow resident of Bakersfield, my heart goes out to your family in this time of distress. May God bless your family, and thank you for your service, we are in debt to you.
Garnet Jenkins
October 20, 2006
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Service and Dedication.
May Lester rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Comfort and Grace be with the Baroncini family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
May you find strength in your faith,
Comfort in God's love,
Peace in knowing this country is praying for you.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart"
Psalm 27:14
Bob and Brenda Davis
October 20, 2006
To the family of
Sgt. Lester Baroncini,
Our son is in Iraq and was serving with your son. Our son is Sgt. Brad Davis. Brad made a saddle for Lester. He thought so much of Lester and spoke of him to us. Brad, as well as all the guys, are heartbroken over this.
As military parents, we grieve with you. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We are so sorry. May God comfort and hold you. May He help you through this time.
October 20, 2006
To the Family of Sgt. Lester D. Baroncini:
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous 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, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 as well and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and 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 as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten . You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever 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 your 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 soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
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