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for David Staats
Charlie Gili
November 16, 2023
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We have recently sent Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of David R. Staats US Army Staff 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, our family, friends and many 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
Tony Zucarelli
July 1, 2016
Miss you my friend
L Soto
November 11, 2015
To a great friend and even a greater soldier. It was an honor serving with you. God Bless.
Jack
April 21, 2014
Can't believe I haven't found this before. Love and miss you Sarge. Keep Fiddler's Green ready for me, i'll see you there.
November 6, 2013
Miss you Bro....
God Bless....
Anna
October 20, 2013
Thinking about you today...give Seth a hug for me. We all miss you guys so much -Seth's momma
Peggy Childers
December 16, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. David R. Staats:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
December 16, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. David R. Staats:
Remembering David 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
August 20, 2010
The news says that combat troops are leaving Iraq this week. I can't help but hold my breath and pray that they bring you home with them. I miss you so very much. I praise God for the years He gave us with you, David. I am so proud of you and I think you would be proud of me, for the way I have carried on while always honoring your memory. You would be amazed to see the lovely young lady our daughter is becoming as the years continue to pass. This weekend is your birthday. You would have been 34. I will be 31 soon and it feels so wrong to "pass you up in age". Happy Birthday, Hero. We love you so much!
Infinity to the 4th power. I love you more than birthday balloons. See you at dinner.
Meagan
Donna Gillette
December 25, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
May 1, 2009
I salute you.
-Plainfield, IL
Kenna Larra
February 27, 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 David ~ (Debra Estep)
December 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 David, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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
December 16, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. David R. Staats:
David 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
SFC JULIAN WHATLEY
September 20, 2008
Still miss you everyday Bro!! I wish you were here right now. There are days I catch myself talking to you, and I smile. I will never forget you and I will continue telling everyone about you. Love You Brother
Mrs David Staats
July 15, 2008
i miss you, honey! come home, please!
June 16, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Staats!
Keisha Robinson
February 8, 2008
I'm sorry for your loss, I understand your pain. He was truly a hero. I lost my brother 07-23-07 1st Sgt Michael S. Curry. Cherish David's memory & he will always be in our hearts for the price he paid.
August 16, 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)
August 4, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Staats and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
A. Clark
May 28, 2007
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!
BERT HOLLER
April 18, 2007
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. ON JANUARY 22, 2007 WE LOST MY SON-IN-LAW TO AN IED IN IRAQ. HE HAD JUST BEEN HOME AND WAS THERE FOR THE BIRTH OF HIS FIRST SON. MY DAUGHTER HAS BEEN TOUGH AND STRONG THROUGH IT ALL. SHE WENT THROUGH WITH HIS PLANS AND NICK IS BURIED AT ARLINGTON. I WOULD LIKE THANK SGT. STAATS FOR HIS SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND FOR PROTECTING US. I SALUTE HIS FAMILY FOR LETTING HIM GO DO HIS DUTY. THERE ARE MANY YOUNG PEOPLE WHO WOULD RATHER GO JUST HAVE FUN. I AM SO GLAD WE HAVE YOUNG HEROES LIKE THESE. WE PRAY FOR YOU AND CRY WITH YOU. THEY WERE VOLUNTEERS JUST LIKE JESUS THE ULTIMATE VOLUNTEER. GOD GAVE HIS SON SO THAT WE COULD SEE OURS AGAIN. THANK YOU,
HAYLEY DAUBNER
April 17, 2007
I LOVE MY Unlce DAVID!!!!
I WANT MORE!!!
lOVE YOU VERY MUCH
REST IN PEACE YOUR JOB IS COMPLETE!!!
Robyn Garside
April 11, 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Sandra Avalos
February 23, 2007
My husband served with David when he was in 2-8. He as a great man, I only met him once but he left a lasting impression. My prayers are with you and your family. We mourn your loss. I know he died doing what he loved. He will be missed.
Glen
January 29, 2007
“Soldier”
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
Lee Sirotnak
January 26, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss, prayers that the Lord provide you comfort and peace, and our gratitude for the work, and sacrifice, of your Soldier, a true American hero. God Bless.
Lisa Zucarelli
January 8, 2007
I had the honor of knowing David in high school. He IS the type of person who always put a smile on your face when you were down. He will truely be missed. My prayers go out to his family. I feel BLESSED to know him.
Kay Brown
January 8, 2007
Meagan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hope your pride will allow you some comfort in knowing that David made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us. He will always be remembered, even to us that didn't know him personally. My son served in Iraq with him the first Iraq tour. Meagan, be safe and strong and live a full life with your daughter. It all goes by too quickly. She will thrive through the memories of her daddy. God Bless you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 5, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Staats family in the loss of David. I did not know David, 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. David 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~
Dana Stearns (AKA Bennett's Mom)
January 4, 2007
My family and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. My son, SPC Kyle Bennett, went to basic training with David and was then stationed with him at Fort Hood, first with the 2-8 and then with the 1-7. Kyle thought the world of David and had the greatest respect for David, or as he would call him "Staats". I met Ssgt Staats on October 29, 2006. He was kind and took the time to speak to a concerned Mom (me). I will always be grateful for that. God bless you and your family; God keep David in your arms.
Matt Johnson
January 3, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends David left behind. I know his memory and good will live on in your heart and minds for all eternity. God Bless.
Trudy Lowe
January 3, 2007
My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.
June DeBiase
January 3, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the Staats family and friends. He gave his life so that we may be free. God Bless.
TERRI DALESSIO
January 2, 2007
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY SON-IN-LAW 1SG CRAIG O BROWN SERVED WITH DAVID IN IRAQ IN HIS FIRST TOUR. HE IS IN IRAQ AGAIN ALSO. HE IS VERY SAD TO HEAR OF DAVIDS DEATH. GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY NOW.
Bridget
January 2, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Staats family. David made the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom. God Bless!
Kate Powell
December 31, 2006
I wish to extend my deepest condolences to everyone in David's family and his friends. You do not know me but I thank him for his courage in defending our country. God Bless you all.
Christine Hladik
December 31, 2006
David you were a hero. You were my football hero also. I love the memories from our math class in high school and the times we talked during school. I will miss your smile. You were taken too young. I am so proud to have known you. God Bless
Tamra Padgett
December 30, 2006
David will always be a very special person. There was always so much love in his heart for everyone. We are keeping him in our thoughts and prayers. Meagan, you and katy are in our thoughts and prayers also. And we are here if you need us for anything.
Donnie & Tamra Padgett
FT Hood Texas
Elissa LaVoie (Arnesen)
December 29, 2006
Meagan,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts & prayers go out to you & Katie.
Ceci Easler
December 29, 2006
David was an amazing person. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. We love you! Blessed Be.
Michael champagne
December 29, 2006
Meagan, my deepest sympathies go to you and your family. David is a wonderful man and incredible Soldier. He gave his life so that others may live in freedom, this is the ultimate sacrifice that can be asked, and for this I will always HONOR him and am proud to have served with such a man! An American Hero
Michael B. Champagne 1SG RET
Colorado Springs CO
TERI CHAMPAGNE
December 29, 2006
MEAGAN AND KATIE, I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE RIGHT, DAVID IS A TRUE HERO AND HE WILL BE MISSED. THANK YOU DAVID FOR YOUR SACRIFICE. MEAGAN I WILL ALWAYS BE HERE FOR YOU AND KATIE IF YOU NEED ANYTHING. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. MAY GOD'S PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Jeanette & John McMahon
December 29, 2006
David was a great soldier and a great man.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.. He will be missed greatly by everyone who knew him....rest in peace David
Richard + Theresa Piscal
December 28, 2006
May God be with the Staats family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need anything. The Piscal Family
Joelene Gallegly
December 28, 2006
I've never witnessed a more honored hero than I have now. Meagan, everything you have done just reflects how much love you and David shared. You and your family will remain in my prayers.
Sally Hoover
December 28, 2006
Dear Staats Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My son is also serving in the 1/7 in Iraq (PFC Rau )and when he called to tell me about your loss, he was deeply affected. God Bless you all.
Wendy Murphy Cross
December 28, 2006
Meagan - you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
SSG JULIAN WHATLEY
December 28, 2006
Well Bro,
You are finally at home. You take care of our other fallen brothers and sisters, as the true leader you are. We will miss you David, Rest in Peace.
Mrs. Judith Jenkins
December 28, 2006
What a wonderful life. An Amazing soldier,husband,father,son,friend. David made a huge impact on everyone that he ever crossed paths with. Now he is taking care of you from his mansion in the sky. Love you
Jennifer Sims Layher
December 28, 2006
Meagan,
I remember the last time we ran into each other and you told me you were getting married- it really does not seem like it was that long ago. I cannot claim to fully understand the fullness of your loss and so I can only offer what I have: my sincerest and heartfelt sympathy and prayers for you and your family. Please know that my family and many others are so grateful for the sacrifices you and so many others have made for this nation. God bless you.
Mrs. Carmen Foster
December 28, 2006
Don't Weep for me
O' Land of the Free,
When it was my time to fall
'Twas for my country's call
'Twas for the land that I love
That I gave my all,
And for the land that I loved
I did freely Give,
And in her freedom and her courage
I'll Continue to Live.
I saw this and thought of David, what a dedicated soldier he was. Meagan and Katie he is a hero and never will he be forgotten. I love you guys. Remember he is dancing with the angels now. No more tears for him ever!!
Rachel Dietz
December 28, 2006
There is a special place in heaven for heroes who have fallen serving our country. I know David is there! May God bless the Staats family especially in this time of need. You all are in my thoughts and prayers!
Tiffany Beverly
December 28, 2006
I love you all and you are all in my prayers, You are an awesome person Meagan and David is truly and inspiration to my family, I think of you often and know that you will always be my friend. God Bless.
Tara Ponthier
December 28, 2006
David, My Friend...
You taught me the true meaning of love, and you led me to find my true love. Thank You Sooo Much for Everything. You and your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mrs. Meagan Staats
December 28, 2006
i have never ever loved anyone like i love you. i have never been more proud of a human being than i am of you, my love. you are the heartbeat of our family. you are my rock. i love you with every ounce of my being. you are a hero, david! a hero to our country, a hero to your children, a hero in my eyes, a hero as a man in general. this is more than what kind of soldier you were.. this is about the man you were. the character you have. and the way you touched each and every person you have ever met. people meet you and instantly love you.
nothing in this world ever impacted the way i feel for you. No matter what kind of storm was outside our home, we were safe from it's harm because our HOME is solid, made with unconditional love. i will make you proud, david. like you have made me!
oh david. did you know? did you know the kind of man you were? oh baby. i hope so. i hope you know how much you are loved! Instantly,, people are coming in droves to honor you and to talk about you.
Oh David. Thank You for our memories. We made incredible memories in these years together. And I replay them one by one. They just keep pouring in my head. So much laughter. Your eyes tell our story.. I can see your soul through your eyes. You are gorgeous! Such a beautiful soul. And That will live on. I will make sure of it! I will raise our daughter in a way that will make you proud. I think you would be proud at how I handled telling her today. She wasnt here when the notification team came. I am going to make sure she is ok baby.
A few days before you were killed, you told me, "meagan, you will never be alone. you have my last name". That is the best gift you could ever have given me. I treasure it and I am a better person for having loved you and belonged to you. You inspire me to leave a lasting positive mark on this world like you have. and I will , David! I will, baby. I promise. I will make you so proud of the kind of mother and woman I will live my life to be.
Rest, my love. Rest in Peace. God is with you. He always was. I know he was there in your last moments. And even though I know you wanted to come home to me,,, I know you went home today. You're home now baby. Safe. No harm can come to you now. Rest, my love.
I love you more than Infinity to the 4th power.. and I will see you at dinner.
Jennifer LeBeau
December 28, 2006
Although we are strangers, please know that we share in your grief. We are thankful for brave soldiers like David, who willingly serve their country and protect our freedoms. His courage and sacrifice have not gone unnoticed. May you find comfort in knowing that he died a hero. Thank you Staff Sgt. David Staats for your service, we have all been blessed by your life. God be with you all.
First Sergeant USA, Ret.
December 28, 2006
God Bless this true hero and may the Lord look over his loved ones in their time of need, our prayers go out to them.
Cheri smith
December 27, 2006
May God Bless this fine young man who gave his life so that all Americans can be free.
Melody Nevin
December 26, 2006
May David find peace and comfort in the Lord's hands. My heart and prayers goes out to all the Staats family. Bethany, Hayley, Roger, Wanda and Tyler I am here for all of you. Tyler your daddy is a Hero and will be your guardian angel watching over you. Meagan and your daughter may you find inner peace and realize this man died as a Hero protecting the USA of any further attacks. God Bless everyone.
Lisa Bacon
December 26, 2006
Dear Staats Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss, SSG Staats was a hero in our eyes to put his life on the line with everyday of serving his country. It takes a special person to do such a thing. "Megan if there is anything you need please dont hesitate to contact us."
With deepest sympathy,
Lisa & Ken Bacon
Joan Brainard
December 26, 2006
On behalf of the YWCA Senior Center I want to extend our sympathies to Roger and his family on the loss of their son. I personally want to thank him for stepping up and defending our country -war is unfortunate but I admire those who step up to the plate for our freedom as David did. My heart goes out to all of you. Joan Brainard, Director of YWCA for the staff and seniors
Taz
December 25, 2006
David you were Very Loved by everyone.. I thank you for doing your part in making this country a better place. God Bless you
jesse thompson
December 25, 2006
i am very sorry for everyone's loss. i hope you pull thru it
December 25, 2006
Thank you, David, for your ultimate sacrifice. I pray that your death was not in vain. I sincerely appreciate what you did for your country, for your fellow Americans, and for me and my child. Rest in peace.
Bethany Staats
December 24, 2006
I love you so much David.You were more than my brother you were my friend. Love your sister Beth
Sandy Leon
December 24, 2006
Thank you....May God Bless you....May our Lord comfort you at this hard time...
Cordy Diaz
December 24, 2006
To the family of Staff Sgt. David R. Staats, It is with great sorrow that I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences. David will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
December 24, 2006
May all of you know that we appreciate more than you know your ultimate sacrifice to keep us all free. Your son was a hero, not only to you, but to all of us who did not know him. Remember him as he was, your special child....another mother
Melanie Yording
December 23, 2006
You are my hero and I will never forget you. I want you to know the impact you had on my life and the memories that no one can take from me. Even though you are not physically here, you will alway hold a special place in my heart for fighting for our freedom and for being the man that made my best friend complete! Thank you!
Garnet Jenkins
December 23, 2006
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the family of Staff Sgt. David R. Staats, with a multitude of Thanks for this Brave Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price David and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May he Rest Safely, in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Staats family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with David. Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Gary Allain
December 23, 2006
Staff Sgt. David R. Staats
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
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