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Edwardo Lopez Obituary
He is survived by his parents; brother, Alejandro Lopez; maternal grandparents, Zeferino and Julia Alonzo; as well as many uncles, aunts and cousins.
Edwardo is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Agustin Lopez and Elisa Reyes Reyes.
Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 30, 2006 at 10:00 am at Iglesia Luterana San Pablo, 555 East Benton in Aurora with Reverend Alex Merlo officiating. The family will be receiving guests on Sunday, October 29, 2006 from noon until 8:00 pm at Dieterle Memorial Home, 1120 S. Broadway, Montgomery, IL. Interment following the service will be at St. Pauls Lutheran Cemetery in Montgomery. Memorials may be made to the family.
Dieterle Memorial Home 630-897-1196
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Memories and Condolences
for Edwardo Lopez
Brandon Quinnelly
July 17, 2015
I didn't know you had a page here bro, but I'm always remembering the good times we had back at Mackey Hall on K Bay. I'm always telling people about you and remembering all the good times. I miss you bro.
Fabian Alonzo
January 24, 2012
I will love and miss you cus.we will never forget
Sylvia Fuentes
December 7, 2011
You were and always will be a hero to your friends and family. Rest in peace. Sylvia Fuentes
Peggy Childers
October 19, 2011
To the family and friends of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez:
Please accept my remembrance of Edwardo on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Alex Salazar
October 3, 2011
president Regan once said, :"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem." I cant believe its been 5 years Eddy, I can still feel your farewell hug, feels like we just hung out yesterday, i miss you tons, I know youre in heaven watching over all hat loved you. Miss you everyday.. best friends forever :)
Brian Peters
October 28, 2010
I never knew this site existed. I was knew Pvt. Lopez. I served with him in Afghanistan. Rest in Peace you will always be in our thought.
Peggy Childers
October 19, 2010
To the family and friends of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez:
Remembering Edwardo 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
Ada Campos
October 31, 2009
Can't believe how the time has passed by so fast. Rest in Peace Edddie.
Kenna Larra
March 10, 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!
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Sincerely,
Kenna
November 26, 2008
Happy Birthday!
Veronica Menendez
October 29, 2008
We miss you Eddie!
In Memory of Edwardo ~ (Debra Estep)
October 19, 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 Edwardo, 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
Peggy Childers
October 18, 2008
To the family of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez:
Edwardo 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
Pastor Frank Noyes
September 16, 2008
Dear family of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez,
We want to say thank you. We understand that no words can be adequate for your sorrow. We certainly do not want to intrude upon your privacy. As Americans we want you to know that we deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice your loved one has made for all of us. We also would like for you to be aware that with this letter comes our special concern and prayers for you. We are all safer because young men and women who love their country, and know the value of a free nation, are willing to put themselves in harms way, and lay down their lives to keep this nation free and safe for all of us.
Your sacrifice is also very great. We know that we can give little comfort; however, the knowledge that your loved one did not die in vain, but died in the service of our country, gives each of us a noble example of the value of life, and the responsibility of freedom. We hope this will bring pride and comfort to you.
We at Gethsemane Church believe that there is purpose to life. We send this letter with our deepest appreciation for the greatest of sacrifices, you and your loved one have given to this country. We know it is not enough, but please allow us to assure you that your loved one is not forgotten.
Very Sincerely
Frank G. Noyes
Frank G. Noyes (Pastor)
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
(Jn. 15:13)
Jim McGowan
August 15, 2008
“The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero.”
My deepest condolences and prayers to you and your loved ones this is such a loss for you're family and our country, and his sacrifice is deeply appreciated. My hopes thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you.
June 13, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pvt Lopez!
Chef Shiane Wilcoxen-Gonzalez Class of '96
March 18, 2008
Although I never had the chance of meeting you in person, I have met your mom, and your family, and have heard time and time again how wonderful of a kid you were. I currently am a guest writer for the East High school newspaper, as an alumni, and recently I did a story on you for the newspaper, and I hope I did you justice. From one Tomcat to another, Thank you for your sacrifice.
Veronica
October 13, 2007
We all miss you Eddie! I will never forget your smile and your calls at 3am when you couldn't sleep. Love you!
August 2, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pvt Lopez and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 27, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 Le Ron A. Wilson (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea (NY)
mellisa (rangel) ramirez
July 19, 2007
hey i wish we talked before u left i went to ur wake but i was nine months pregnant and couldnt handle it i saw ur picture and just felt like i was gonna pass out we love u and miss u
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 29, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPESS 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen Nevogt
January 7, 2007
“Paid in Full”
In Honor of The War Against Terrorism’s 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 minds 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
Don Cooley
December 25, 2006
To the family and friends of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez: The pain of your loss will take a long time to subside, and days like today will be especially hard. No one can change that for you, but please be aware that millions of Americans you will never know read Edwardo's story, respect him as a true American hero, and share your grief.
Tyler Einarson
November 24, 2006
I served with Edwardo in Afghanistan. He was a brave man and will never be forgotten. I was wounded twice 4 months into our deployment so I didn't serve the whole tour in Afghanistan with him. He always has been and will always be a hero to me. He is a type of hero that a man like me will never be. He is a hero of mine and I will never forget him. My heart felt condolences go out to all his loved ones, and from the bottom of my heart I am truly sorry for your loss.
Respectfully Submitted,
Tyler J. Einarson
Cpl. USMC Ret.
Blackburn Booth
November 18, 2006
To the Lopez Family,
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy and condolences for the loss of your son, Edwardo Lopez, Jr. I share in your grief and in your pride of having lost a loved one who is a U.S. Marine. Mere words cannot express the burden of your sacrifice nor the depth of your pride for his service. Having lost our Marine as well, we share in your pain and grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the hope that you may find comfort and peace in many fond memories of Edwardo and knowing that his service and gallantry will remain an inspiration to us all. Book of Joshua 1:9.
Blackburn J. Booth,uncle of
1st LT Joshua L. Booth, USMC, KIA October 17, 2006 Anbar Province, Iraq
2ND BN, 3rd Marines, Echo Company
Joshua and April Morales
November 7, 2006
To Edwardo'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
Charlie Blackburn
November 6, 2006
Thank you for protecting our country. I am sure it has been a great loss for your family. God bless!
Amy Ralles
November 5, 2006
I send my condolences to the family and friends of Edwardo Lopez. God Bless you all through this difficult time.
Claire Zawistowski
November 4, 2006
Dear Lopez 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 you as close to His heart as He has held my family this past year. May you feel His comfort and peace as you travel down this difficult road.
c v
November 2, 2006
Marta; quisiera tener las palabras que den consuelo a tu alma y a tu corazon pero, se como madre que no las hay, y talves lo unico que ;podemos hacer para consolar un poco el alma es recordar los momentos tan maravillosos, que Dios nos concedio para comvivir con nuestros hijos.talves nadie podra entender el dolor que hay en tu alma , pero cada una de las personas que estubieron acompanandote en los momentos masdificiles de tu vida, y aun las que no estubimos nuestras oraciones estan contigo para que Dios permita a tu hijo ser tu ANGEL GUARDIAN por sienpre
Lupe Gandarilla
November 2, 2006
Martha,
I wish there were something I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know 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 and as you mourn your loss.
We've known each other for a long time before and after working at system sensor, So I'd like to let you know that I wish for you and your familia that 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. We are all so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time, this is all very difficult to deal with as all of our hearts are sadden by the loss of a great young man.
I can let you know this, He will always be remembered as a Hero, and never be forgotten . You must trust that someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your "Angel". your fallen Hero. Martha I hope you liked the poems I wrote and sent to you.
And to all his family and friends, in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself alone, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall all the good times he left for you with his presence.
The one thing that cannot be taken from you is all those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever..
lv you lots Martha May GOD bless you and yours!
your friend..
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 1, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Lopez family in the loss of Edwardo. I did not know Edwardo, 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. Edwardo 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~
Kimberly Delles
November 1, 2006
Lopez Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You do not know me, but I was a friend of Eddies, we attended east high together. I found out about his loss through reading a friends webpage a little more than a week before the funeral. I did not believe it at first, hoping it was another Eddie. As I read the newspaper and saw his pictures, there was no denying. I can't even think about him witout crying, I cannot even imagine the pain you as a family are going through. his friends, the town, the state and the entire country mourn with you and are personally I am praying for you. Eddie will live in my heart and the heart of so many forever. God bless
Yvette Castaneda
October 31, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Garcia Family
October 31, 2006
To the Lopez family,May God be with you in yor time of need,I did not know Edwardo,But i believe that God creates our destiny from the day we are born and God looked down on Edwardo and new that he would be a hero and do what he did best to keep all of us safe here at home who could not be there to do what he did.Edwardo will always be remembered as the hero he was meant to be.And now he is one of Gods new angels and will always be watching over you all.Iam so sorry for your loss and i thank you for the sacrafice your son made.
Sandra Jaquez
October 31, 2006
Lopez family
We are so sorry for the loss of your son Eddie(OUR HERO). Our hearts and prayers are with you all. God Bless
The Jaquez Family
Danny,Sandra,Nick,Matt,Alex
grieving mother
October 31, 2006
May the Lord comfort you in your loss.
Ruth Franklin(Hauser)
October 31, 2006
Family of Edward Lopez Jr.
Your son will never be forgotten and will be loved for his sacrifice.
My husband, Howard "Budd" Wildermuth was killed in WWII and left two little girls and a big family that stll misses him as much now as when he died over 60 years ago. I grieve for all our young men who give their lives for our country. May you find comfort in knowing he was serving because he believed in what he was doing. May God bless your family and ease your pain at your loss.
A former Aurora resident.
Marisa Navarrete
October 31, 2006
Am sorry for the lost of your son Martha Just rememeber that he died as a hero...He will always be in our hearts....
Josie Gonzalez
October 31, 2006
Lalo Y Marta, Los muchachos (Daisy y Junior) y Yo lo sentimos mucho. Nuestro deseo es que Dios les de consuelo y paz en este tiempo tan dificil para usteded.
Kimmberli Ahasic
October 30, 2006
So sad to hear of your tragic loss. Your son, through his ultimate sacrifice, remind us here that heroes are watching over us. God bless your son, and God bless you and your family.
Hector Marquez
October 30, 2006
Your son's sacrafice will never be forgotten. His memory will live on through his brothers and sisters in the Armed Forces.
A1C Hector L. Marquez/99 SSS
October 29, 2006
Im Sorry for the loss. You son died a hero, and will not be forgotten. Although I did not know him personally, I am thankful for his service to this county every day.
October 29, 2006
My husband is an Active Duty Soldier serving in Iraq. We are from Aurora and I just want to extend my condolences and say thank you to your Marine for his sacrifice. Our prayers are with you.
Ron Lenert
October 29, 2006
Edwardo is not just a hero to his family; the whole country sees him as a real American hero. You don't know me but I want you to know that Eddy's sacrifice is mourned and appreciated by many.
Terry Murphy
October 29, 2006
My heart and prayers go out to the family of an American Hero.
Semper Fi
Terry Murphy USN Vietnam 68-69
Houston & Jeannette Lee
October 29, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
michelle
October 29, 2006
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy. Eddy will be missed . my prayers are with you in this hard time. he will be in our hearts forever .
Loren Johnson
October 29, 2006
Mr and Mrs Lopez,
Please except my deapest sorrow on the loss of your son Edwardo. He is a real hero for his country. My nephew served with the Marines with two tours in Iraq.
Loren Johnson
Alex Salazar
October 28, 2006
I still get choked up when i hear or see anything about Eddy but for some reason I can't cry...maybe because he was my shoulder..with him I couldn't pretend as if nothing was wrong,so I would cry and vent to him...he knew me too well...he was like a brother to me..always defending me and looking for me to make sure i was out of trouble.. I'm glad to know that my best friend was one of those brave enough to fight, he had so much life instilled in him... i can't come to believe he's gone forver...but he will live in our hearts and memories..Martha & Alex, I know how much he loved you and he will be watching over you, i am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers will be always with you two!!
Judi Neill
October 28, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your son....my heart goes out to you. I know that you miss him terribly and I didn't know him but I will pray to him and thank him for serving his country and for making us safer. Lots of love and courage to you in this time of sorrow. He will be in your heart FOREVER!!!
October 28, 2006
Dear Martha and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son Eddie. We recall how often you spoke of your boys with love and affection and humor. God bless you at this terribly sad time in your life and comfort you with peace and memories of Eddie.
With love and prayers,
Your McCleery School Friends
Aurora, Illinois
Jerry and Linda Callison
October 28, 2006
Please accept our thanks for Edwardo's service. We deeply appreciate his sacrifice, as well as yours. Please know you are in our prayers.
For the family of LCpl Robert Callison USMCR
Jerry and Linda Callison
Tom Zangrilli
October 28, 2006
May the family of L/Cpl. Lopez truly know their sacrifice is shared by thousands of your Marine Corps family. We will always hold Edwardo in a place of special honor that those who gave all reside in. They are the only reason we live in a free and safe country. Semper Fidelis.
1st Marine Division-Vietnam.
The Gibson Family
October 28, 2006
There are no words that can express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Your Family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Larry Anderson
October 27, 2006
You don't know me, my name is Larry Anderson. I was born on Nov. 28th,1947. I served my country in Viet-Nam....!!!
God Bless Your Son!!!!
Margarita(Christian's Sister) Avila
October 27, 2006
He was like a second brother to me.Always proctecting me and my sisters. Like the sisters he never had. Im gonna miss those days when we used to play basketball( Yao Ming), football, cops and robbers and all the other things we used to do. He was proud to be a soldier.A marine. Incouraging my brother and my friend to also join. He was their role model. Eddie Lopez We are gonna miss you!...I'll pray for you every night.....You were a good soldier. God needed an angel so he picked our Eddie!
Wilfrido Cabada
October 27, 2006
To Ms. Lopez, my deepest sympathy, You didn't know me, but I knew Eddie very well a good friend of us, I'm sure Marisol (a good friend of Eddie aswell feels the same sympathy for you as I do. God Bless Eddie, he will always be in our hearts may he rest in peace Eddie 1984-(always alive in those who remember him.
Terri Horwath
October 27, 2006
May your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. I am so sorry for the loss of your son, an American Hero. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. Semper Fi
Paula Melendez
October 27, 2006
We are sorry to hear about your lost.May god bless you always.
Familia Ruiz, Lamas
October 27, 2006
Rest In Peace and thank you for keeping us safe.
MAGALY FOSTER
October 27, 2006
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. LOVE THE FOSTER FAMILY, RON & MAGALY
MARIA
October 27, 2006
YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY HE GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU NEED TO GET THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. GOD HAS A SPECIAL PLAN FOR EVERYONE. HE IS WATCHING OVER YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. BE STRONG. KEEP THE FAITH. WE WILL ALL BE REUNITED AGAIN. YOUR SON IS AT PEACE. GOD BLESS HIM ALWAYS.
Becky Morel
October 27, 2006
While I did not know Edwardo, he is in my heart on this day. What our soldiers do for this country is a wonderful thing, and I will be forever grateful.
Grace Rocha
October 27, 2006
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Lopez and family. I will keep Eddy and your family in my prayers and may God pour his blessings upon you.
Paulita Fonseca
October 27, 2006
To our dear friend and comai Martha: We are keeping you and your family in our prayers, for the loss of one of your most precious jewels(Eddie). With deepest sympathy and Love, The Fonseca Family from Puerto Rico.
Mary
October 27, 2006
Although
I did not know your son personally, I want to thank your family for
supporting him while he defended our nation. He was a brave soldier and our country will remember his sacrifice always. God Bless.
Kevin Bunge
October 26, 2006
Semper Fi Brother
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
October 26, 2006
May you rest in peace in your chosen spot in paradise.
Aaron George
October 26, 2006
To the friends and family of Pvt. Lopez, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My brother was also in the 2/3 marines and we lost him in Afghanistan. Your son is a hero for his service and this is one American who is grateful for your son and his willingness to serve his counrty. You have an enormous extended marine family that grieves with you now. You will be in my prayers during this time of mourning.
Brother of Lcpl Phillip George, USMC - KIA Afghanistan
Don Elseroad
October 25, 2006
In recognition of Private Edwardo J. Lopez's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969
Lee Sirotnak
October 25, 2006
As we offer prayers for your family in this time of sorrow, we will also offer prayers of thankfulness for the work and sacrifice of your loved one, Edwardo. God Bless your family, may you find joy in your memories of him, and peace and comfort in knowing that there are many Marine families keeping you in our hearts. Semper Fi.
Gary Allain
October 25, 2006
Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Renee Owens
October 25, 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
In memory of PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
3/8 Weapons
KIA 4-6-06
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
October 25, 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,
October 25, 2006
My condolences to the Lopez family, we share your great loss.
Pvt. Lopez may you rest in peace with the Lord, 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)
email [email protected]
Garnet Jenkins
October 25, 2006
Please know that I am deeply sorry for the loss of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez,
As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly,
and as a sister, who has lost a brother to war,
I am aware of the deep and devastating pain that you are experiencing.
The overwhelming heartache, seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes.
Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
Ever so softly and slowly, time does heal.
May Edwardo Rest Safely, in the Mighty Arms of God
and know that he WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I pray that God's Loving Comfort and Grace
will be with you and your family.
I am the sister, of such a Young Hero,
who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.
Psalm 55:22
With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on.
October 25, 2006
To the Family of Pvt. Edwardo J. Lopez:
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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