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Justin Verdeja Obituary

VERDEJA , SPC Justin A.
U.S. Army, Baghdad
Vigil service June 15, 7:00 p.m., Guerra Gutierrez Mortuary. Mass June 16, 9:00 a.m., St. Alphonsus Church.
www.guerragutierrez.com

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Justin Verdeja

132 Entries

Alfonso Perez

May 28, 2023

Very thankful this Memorial Day for you bro. If not for your commitment and sacrifice for us who knows where we would be as a nation. So thankful for the years of friendship, playing sports together, partying together, working together... so crazy to think back on how you changed my life forever. Love you bro! -Fonzo

Jim Ryan

June 26, 2022

Gina, I am with an organization named Flags of Valor (www.flagsofvalorstl.com) and on 9-11 we flew a flag in honor of your son, Justin. We are looking to send that flag to the closest of kin and we hope that is you? Please go to the site I mentioned above first, so you know this is not a scam. You can send me an email at [email protected] if you care to speak with me to get more information or to let me know what address you want the flag to be sent to.
Thank you and God Bless

Rosie

July 19, 2020

Never forgotten ❤

Cristian Espinal

July 19, 2020

Cristian Espinal

July 18, 2020

Got you a picture of that 60 yard touchdown vs Marshall you smoked everyone b

Cody Edmondson

June 4, 2020

Hey buddy, thinking about you and yours. SGT ED

Rosie G

January 4, 2020

Justin, you have been in my thoughts lately. I miss you and will never forget you.

Gina Gonzalez 2020

January 4, 2020

YOU ARE REMEMBERED AT ALL TIMES. YOU ARE MISSED HOW DIFFERENT THINGS WOULD HAVE BEEN WITH YOU HERE, BUT THANKS FOR ALWAYS WATCHING OVER US. LOVE ALWAYS MOM

Adrian

January 3, 2020

BIG JUST! We miss you.

Gina Gonzalez

May 22, 2017

My son its been 10 years and I miss you. First I want to send you a wish on this your Birthday. Wow! You would have been 30 years this 5/20/2017. You better than no one knows how hard its been without you, Yes I know you are always with me. Even tho I can't touch you or hold you, your with me. I await for you to be reunited with you. I have learned that time doesn't heal anything, it just teaches you how live with the pain. My son I love you ❤ I will be back soon to write to you so I won't say bye but see you soon. LOVE MOM

Gina Gonzalez

May 22, 2017

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May 22, 2017

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May 22, 2017

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May 22, 2017

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May 22, 2017

Gina Gonzalez

May 22, 2017

Vero

May 19, 2017

These next few weeks are harder than the rest. It is a strange feeling to think that it will be ten, yes ten, years that you've been gone, but it feels like it was just yesterday. Tomorrow would be your 30th birthday and knowing that we will celebrate with you in heaven and us on earth is quite difficult. We love and miss you always!!!

CHRISTIAN ESPINAL

June 4, 2015

SUP BIG JUSTIN NUNCA TE OLVIDAMOS CARNAL-YOUR ALWAYS IN OUR PRAYERS AND IN OUR TAUGHTS WILL NEVER FORGET SLINGING IT OUT FOR THE QB POSITION AT GARFIELD STAY UP PRIMOE SIEMPRE FAMILIA

Gina Gonzalez

November 11, 2013

Justin, my beloved son, I don't have to tell you how much your missed, but today that everyone celebrates Verterans Day. You are remembered in a special way, tho I always remember you everyday and you know that there's no day that goes by when I think of you even tho your not here in body I call your name everyday your just so a part of me that I can't let go. So here I am writing to you one more time. My freedom is not yet here, missing you, and that special hug of your that made me feel that I was safe. You are so part of my heart. Love always Mom <3 <3 <3 <3 /(-_-)\

looking cool :)

Rosie Gomez

June 7, 2013

I was remembering the day you came over to my house. I had about 10 bananas that were getting spots. I told you that I would have to throw them away because we didn't like them with spots. You said "I like bananas" you sat there and ate all the bananas...lol You are our angel :)

Vero

June 6, 2013

Love and miss you everyday!

May 29, 2013

GINA GONZALEZ

May 29, 2013

Justin
It's been a while since I've written to you on this your guest book, but you know that your in my heart and mind at all times. It's that time again when it hits me the most, but I miss you and Love you. If I could hold you in my arms one more time and not let you go... I await for us to reunited, I pray for that day to come every day and night. We went to visit your grave site this Memorial weekend and even tho I know your always within me I just need to go there and feel the peace. Know Dad that you are missed LOVE Mom ...

Rosario Diaz

February 25, 2013

I was thinking about you so much yesterday I couldn't snap out of it... Someone was playing the song from my quince... As soon as I heard it, my mind went blank; all of a sudden it was like a movie playing in my head of that day... I miss you and I always will- you already know why... I'm so happy I met you and I thank you for being making my special day extra special... I still wear the necklace you gave me and I still hold your family in my heart...

Syndia Palomino

February 23, 2013

Hello Ms. Gonzales
I'm truly sorry for your loss.
I believe Justin is my half older brother. My fathers name is Abel Verdeja. I would like to get to know you and know about Justin. You can find me on Facebook under Syndia palomino or my email address [email protected]. Hope to hear from you soon.

Celeste

June 6, 2012

Missing you constantly. My prayers go out to your family and loved ones.

Celeste

June 6, 2012

Justin. Oh man you have been on my mind so much lately. Just the other day I wanted one of your hugs so bad. Today I think how can so many years have gone by without you? I have two more friends up there with you now. And their loss is as deep and recent as yours still remains. I know you are looking down at everyone that loves you. Don't leave us alone because we need you. Love you. *big Justin hug*

Peggy Childers

June 5, 2012

To the family and friends of Pfc. Justin A. Verdeja:
Always remembering Justin. "Some gave all."

Gina Gonzalez

May 27, 2012

Justin my son how much you are missed on this Memorial weekend we remember all the fallen soldiers, but I remember you cuz you were my son and I no longer have you to hold, all that I have are pictures and memories. I know your here in spirit but that is not enough to fill the emptiness I feel each day of my life. Before we use to celebrate everyones Birthdays and special Holidays. Now I seem to cry on dates that remind me of you. But I await for that special day when I will reunite with you again. How much are you needed here, I miss you so so much. My broken heart bleeds for you. I never knew how it felt to be alive and at the same time emypty and numb. I want you to know that I always remember you every day not only on these days. How much hurt and pain your lose has cause all of us. At times our family has fallen apart but I know you unite us again. Good bye for now. As I await for you, My HERO Love Mom. <3 <3 :) :) :)

Cody

May 26, 2012

Gina, Its SGT Edmondson. I wept with you at the memorial service when we remembered all of our fallen soldiers, and I told you I tried to save him. June 5th has always been the hardest day for me since. I want you to know he felt no pain and is in a better place. He was a good man and my heart goes out to you. Love Cody Edmondson. RIP Justin

Gina Gonzalez

May 22, 2012

Justin, my beloved son we where at your grave site for your Birthday (6/20/2012).
Happy 25th Birthday :) :) <3 we miss you so much and we always remember you in everything we do. We know your body is no longer with us. but we feel your presentence here. We will be with you always and every day, we Love You and we have you in our hearts all the time. Your Family :) :p <3

May 21, 2012

I will never forget you Justin, you are always on my mind and in my heart

May 21, 2012

We remember you everyday. You will always be in my heart.

GINA GONZALEZ

January 1, 2012

To my Angel above, JUSTIN :) yes another year has came 2012, but nothing has change. All I know is that I am still here still waiting for that special moment when I will see u again. It's just another year and my pain and hurt doesn't seem to ease away. I try to tell myself that your in a better place but I don't seem to believe it, so with this message I ask you my Angel to tell God to send me some comfort so I can push this one more year through. Justin you are always on my mind and close to my heart. LOVE <3 <3 MOM

gina gonzalez

December 26, 2011

Thinking of you, with love at christmas for a special son, justin. in my blue christmas you're a part of my so many thoughts and wishes.
thoughts that are dearer, wishes that are warmer... because they all remind me of you. even at christmas, it's hard to put into words how much you are missed during the holidays your happiness and joy is no longer here, but are always remembered. No words to tell you how much you meant to me. but if i had one wish that santa could grant for me it would be to hold you in my arms for one last time, i know no tears or hurt can't bring you back. i just need you to know that i haven't forgotten you even tho i try to move on for the boyz right!!!

how much your missed and loved to my wonderful son
merry christmas and happy holidays... love mom

Peggy Childers

June 5, 2011

To the family and friends of Pfc. Justin A. Verdeja:
Please accept my remembrance of Justin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Gina Gonzalez

May 23, 2011

To my beloved son Justin,
I want to tell you that we where at your grave site on your birthday (5/20/2011). :) Happy Birthday. I miss you and I love you. Even tho I can't see or touch you, I know you are here with me. I will never forget the day God blessed me with you. You were a real true Angel send down from heaven. God loan you to me for a little while, but not for enough. I remember those special warm, tight bear huges you use to give me, one of a kind, just like you one of a kind that special person with that special label that you were born with how great you were in the whole word of great. I Love You and you will never be forgotten!! MOM

Vero

July 13, 2010

My beautiful Justin,
I know I haven't written to you here, but it's hard to come to the conclusion that you are no longer with us in the flesh. I love you and miss you so much. I'm trying my best to take care of your mom. Please help me take care of her. I will never forget you. You became a man at a very young age and the girls who had the privilege of being your girlfriends were the luckiest girls in the world. We were all blessed with you being part of our lives. Until we meet again!!

Gina Gonzalez

July 2, 2010

To my beloved son (Justin),
Tomorrow will be fourth of July, a time to celebrate. I want you to know that we decorated your house for this event with you in mind. Of course you are always on my mind. We love you and miss you. Papa I know you are always around us. When the ocassion calls to dress your house, it will be red, white, and blue in your honor. For you will never be forgotten. LAND of the FREE... Because of the BRAVE.

Peggy Childers

June 5, 2010

To the family and friends of Pfc. Justin A. Verdeja:
Remembering Justin 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

Viridiana Campos

June 1, 2010

Dear Justin...
It's still very hard to believe that you are physically gone. I remember seeing you everyday in school, always smiling. That's how I prefer to remember you..smiling =). My husband and I have decided that if we ever have a son, we will name him after you. A great hero and friend. Rest in peace

GINA GONZALEZ

May 26, 2010

Justin,
This month you would have been 23 years, but sadly to say you aren't here with us. I'm missing more than ever. These 3 years have been so hard without you. Even tho I feel your presentences around me. Mi hijo, I went to your grave site to visit I always do can't let go especially on your BIRTHDAY (HAPPY 23RD BIRTHDAY) to my SUPERMAN where ever you might be. I'm still waiting, Mother's Day went by I waited for that phone call, silly of me that was your last call,remember? Well don't forget me cuz I haven't forgoten you, MY HERO. LOVE MOM

Debbie Lemus

October 10, 2009

Justin,
i miss you soooo much!! I cherish our memories very much!! I think about you all the time. you meant and mean so much to me. You still have an impact in my life. sometimes i think, "what would Justin tell me?" You will forever be in my heart!!
I love you very much!! and I am still your Aphrodite. =)

JOANA RIOS

August 10, 2009

Hi JUSTiN, i NEVER GoT THE GREAT oPPoRTUNiTY To MEET U BUT MY HUSBAND ALEX ALWAYS HAS GREAT THiNGS TO SAY ABoUT U :) i CAN TELL HE REALLY MiSSiES U, WELL i JUST WANTED U To KNoW ALEX N i NAMED OUR BABYBOY AFTER U... P.S. CAN U PLS WATCH oVER ALEX HE iS CURRENTLY iN AFGHANiSTAN
LoVE ALWAYS THE RioS FAMiLiA

Peggy Childers

June 6, 2009

To the family of Pfc. Justin A. Verdeja:
Justin 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

Brother Seminarian Randy Salinas

May 24, 2009

Happy belated Birthday Justin, May you be blessed as your soul is in heaven gathered around other angels and saints , in the company of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. May you watch over us all, who wait for our invitation to someday join you in peace with our Father in heaven. May all of those who remember you, celebrate this week with joy remembering the greatness you bestowed upon them with your smiles and love. God bless you Justin and your family and may you watch over us and keep us safe from those that wish to harm us. May your soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in Peace!

AMEN

Martin Perez

May 22, 2009

JUSTIN!!!!!!!!!!!! happy late bday kid.

Mayra Gomez

May 22, 2009

Justin,
Happy Birthday~we miss you very much, and it would have been great to celebrate our Birthdays together. I know you are watching us from where you are, and you will continue to look over us. You were an angel and pure at heart when we had you with us, and now you will forever continue to be our angel. We love you, and we keep in our hearts.

R Gomez

May 22, 2009

Dear Justin: Yesterday wold have been your birthday. I bet your mom and brothers were at your grave visiting. I wished I could have been there too. I pray for your mom and brothers to be strong during these days especially in June. I love you always and I will remember your smile. Happy Birthday from your tia

Randy Salinas

May 21, 2009

Hello ,

I am Seminarian Randy C. Salinas from Resurrection Catholic Church in the boyle heights community. I was a friend of your son and also one of the men that presided over your sons funeral, mass and service that was held at St. Alphonsus Catholic church and Resurrection Catholic Cemetary. I have been trying to get in contact with you regarding a special ceremony that will be held for Justin by a group of veterans that want to honor him . Please contact me at your earlier convenience. May God bless you all and May justin look down from heaven and watch over us and protect us from all evil. Feel free to contact me through my email address at
[email protected]

In Christ,

Seminarian Randy C. Salinas

May 20, 2009

Happy birthday gorgeous XoXo

sandra Jauregui

April 14, 2009

hello mrs , verdeja

i got your messages a long time ago and responded but i still havent gotten a reply
i wanted you to know that youre always on my mind
and that i havent forgotten about you
youre in my thoughts and in my prayers and so is justin
and your family.
i miss him so much and i will never forget him. i loved your son and i have come to realize that your sonwas the highlight of my life he was and will forever be my superman.
thank you for being the mother of such a wonderful man
he made me the happiest ive ever been if
only for a little while i was happy when i was by his side and
its because of you , because you brouught him to this world that i got to enjoy that and had the change to, 9once upon a time)proudly, call him mine.
thank you . ..... i hope youre doing great and i hope that your family is all in good health
please keep in touch i would love to hear from you.
love always
Sandra Jauregui

Kenna Larra

January 13, 2009

We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 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

Molly Casas

September 8, 2008

God Bless You Justin. May you rest in peace. May god forever be with your family.

Marine Mom of Lance Corporal Casas
WWII Army Daughter
Garfielian Class of 1977

June 28, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Verdeja!

Gina Gonzalez

June 6, 2008

Dear Son, My BIG MAN
I want you to know that even tho today a year ago I lost apart of me in you, and it was the worst feeling for someone to feel, it left a hole in my heart that nothing could even repair. An open wound that will never heal. Yet everyone that you knew or lives you touched while you were here, Yes we where all there with you today by your grave site, remebering those great times we shared with you the bad and the good times we had together because even tho your body is no longer here with us, I feel you close to me everytime the breeze blows or when that dime apears I know its you... Because a mother always knows when her child is near that special bond that even DEATH can't take away from me.... This day was great cause this day belongs to you. I can see that big smile of yours because we where all there for you. Hugs & Kisses from all of us down here... For one day we will all be with you, until then my son. I LOVE YOU JUSTIN
GONE NOW, FOR NEVER TO BE FORGOTEN!!!!!
P.S. We had a beautiful Mass in your name. YES!!!

YOUR BABY JAMES SAYS HI AND THAT HE LOVES YOU!

GUSSER SAYS HE LOVES U AND HE MISSES U!!

ANGEL SAYS HE WISHES UPON A STAR FOR YOU TO BE BACK HERE WITH US AND THAT HE LOVES YOU!!

R.I.P LOVE ONE LOVE ALWAYS YOUR FAMILIA

Alex Galicia

June 6, 2008

A year today, we lost one of the most loved person in our lives. No words can describe how numb it feels without him. He was a beatiful soul and would have been proud to see how his influence with all his family and friends came to be. To me, he showed me that in fact people are open to different ideas and aspects in life, and forever will remain in choices I make. His brand of love and support was unique and proved it each and every time, with his mother and anyone around him. No one can replace that special spot I have in my heart for him. Even though he's not physicaly here, he will always be around us. With love... Alex & Jazemin

*Rosie Gomez*

June 5, 2008

It is one year ago today that we found our you were killed in action. Today many have started to visit your grave site. We are there to remember you in our life and all the smiles that you brought. Your mom and brothers are always in my prayers. I keep you in my thoughts too. I love you!!! : )

In Memory of Justin ~ (Debra Estep)

June 5, 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 Justin, 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 –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

WALL OF THE FALLEN HERO I WAS THERE TO HONOR YOUR NAME (MOM) FORT HOOD, TX 05/16/2008

May 29, 2008

UNCLE JUSTIN I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU MICHELLE CHAVEZ

May 29, 2008

BROTHERS FOREVER R.I.P BIG BAD BULLDOG!!!

May 29, 2008

I AM YOUR BABY JAMES BIG BRO R.I.P

May 29, 2008

WE MISS YOU YOUR FAMILIA

May 29, 2008

FOR OUR COUNTY'S FREEDOM

May 29, 2008

FOREVER IN MY HEART MY SON

May 29, 2008

ALWAYS PROUD OF WHOM HE WAS

GINA GONZALEZ

May 29, 2008

To my beloved SON
Has I sit here and read all these sympathy expressions I still have a hard time believing that your not here. I want you to know that on Mother's Day I waited for your phone call like every year, but yet I knew that the phone wasn't gonna ring, my HOPE was still hoping YOU would call. Oh! JUSTIN how it hurts not to be able to hold you in my arms, What I would do for a hug from your arms, or a touch,or even a smile from your face. Everyone says it will get easier but I asks myself when will this pain go away. Will babe you did pay a big price for your country even tho I await the so called freedom. Keep on watching for all of us your familia. For you are our ANGEL from above and yes I know you are always with me (dime after dime). LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS MOM.........(06/05/2007)
THANKS TO ALL OF THOSE WHO KNEW MY SON AND TO THOSE DIDN'T BUT TOOK THE TIME...... FROM MOM & BROS.

sandra Jauregui

April 14, 2008

Happy three year Anniversary

My words are on this page two times already! Its been a year and I still cant belive youre gone. I had a dream last night that we were all at this this party with your family and friends and someone came up to me and said "sandra justin didnt die it was all a mistake! Look hes about to come out of his car he wants you to go over there!" But the crowd forms around you and I awaken just before I get to see your face! This is a reoccuring dream! And I hate it because It gives me a glimpse of your smile and then takes it away! Today would have been our three year anniversarry! What happened between us seems like distant dream. But dont worry cuz in my heart you will always remain forever! I keep hopeing that, like in my dream someone will aproach me and tell me that youre not gone that itwas all a mistake. But I know that it will never happen I live by your words in all the letters that you wrote. I just wish I would have known exactly how you felt about me then things would have been different. Babe I love you too. Like our song you were my superman and you did pick me up when I was down and put me back on track again. You gave me the courage the strenght and the love to do aot of things that I would have never imagined where possible and I thank you and love you for that. I would have taken you back and yes I was and will always be yours no matter what happens remember I what I told you over and over again. " I will wait for you sitting down on the brightest star." I look forward to the day when i will get to see you face again and hold you in my arms. There is so much I want to tell you so much I have to explain about everything that happened and what didnthappen also But I guess Ill just talk to you when I go visist you. Im gonna fufill your dream babe one way or another Im gonna do that thing that we always talked about doing together. you member? Of course you do. What was I thinking.( tonight I wan to dream of theday you proposed to me its my favoriite dream). well babe thats it for today I will write you a letter and send it to the same place as I always do when I write to you. I know you get them somehow! I love you with all my hear

Estefania Ribas Verdeja

April 9, 2008

Hola,acabo de entrar de casualidad buscando informacion sobre el apellido verdeja,puesto que yo tambien soy portadora de el mellamo Estefania Ribas Verdeja soy de españa de sevilla.quiero expresar mi mas sincero pesame a la familia de Justin A. Verdeja puesto que llevaba mi apellido.mi abuelo tambien murio el año pasado y se lo que es perder a un familiar.

estefania ribas verdeja

April 9, 2008

Hola justin yo tambien soy una verdeja soy española vivo en ibiza pero soy de sevilla mi abuelo era de cadiz.queria saludarte por llevar el mismo apellido.Encantada.

Rosie Gomez

April 2, 2008

Justin: It has been almost a year without you. You have been in my thoughts and I pray for your family to have peace and comfort. I know that you are with grandma and grandpa. I miss you and love you lots! Rosie :)

Palito Verdeja

January 20, 2008

Hello all I just wanted to say sorry for the loss of this young Verdeja who I do not know. I am also a Verdeja serving in the U.S. Army Reserves and myself have done 2 combat tours in Iraq as well. I hope the extended Verdeja lafamilia is doing good and I belive we have one of the strongest families around, peace be with you.

Mayra Gomez

December 25, 2007

Justin, this is the first Christmas without you and your grandma. It was different. In as much as I did not spend time with you when you were with us, I miss you. But what I miss the most is not having spent the right amount of time with you when you were with us, especially during the time that you really needed me. For that reason, the void that is missing in our lives because are not here will always remain part of me. I love you. I miss you.

Kimberly Verdeja

December 24, 2007

My name is Kimberly Verdeja. I don't know Justin, however i am interested in learning about extended family. There are not too many of us out here and I know we are all related one way or antother. My dad is Armando R. Verdeja and is son of Pablo Verdeja.

sandra jauregui

December 20, 2007

I love u justin

Mary Verdeja

December 1, 2007

Hi, I too am a Verdeja, I don't know Justin, but in our Name Verdeja we are family, I have been doing research on the verdeja Family, and want to let the family know he is the Second Verdeja that passed in our family of Verdeja's in a war. The First was Celestino Verdeja at the age of 17 in World War 2, one day prior to the end of the war. Celestino Received a purple heart as I am sure that Justin did as well. My you rest in peace and to the family of Verdeja's I am confident that all the Verdeja's that are in heaven now, are reuniting there adn hoping the same for us here we will all be joined together one day, and have the oppertunity to meet,
God Bless.

Familia Verdeja

November 9, 2007

Siento mucho la perdida de Justin A. Verdeja, aunque nunca tube la oportunidad de conocerle EL COMO NOSOTROS somos de la familia VERDEJA estara siempre en nuestras horaciones.

Virgil Verdeja

October 22, 2007

HI FROM SAN ANTONIO TX MY NAME IS VIRGIL VERDEJA IM SO SORRY ABOUT JUSTIN I KNOW ALL VERDEJA'S ARE FAMILY IN ONE WAY THE NAME CAN SAY IT ALL...

damaris verdeja

October 3, 2007

I 'm sorry for the life lost .I don't know justin ,but i am a verdeja .I came across this because i was doing some research on the faimly name.bless justin and the verdeja family

Jose Delgado

August 18, 2007

I wish I could have known you better than I did. Even though I only knew you for a year or two I was happy because you were like a big-brother to me. You helped me out a lot and taught me so much. I wish that I could have repaid you for all you've done for me. I will miss you Justin because you were my first and only big-brother!

August 18, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Verdeja and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

yeltdsing estevez

August 17, 2007

i remeber that i said hi to
justin the frist time in P.E.
in garfield high school...he was a nice and cool guy...he is a
bulldog 4 life!!!
and i will miss him so much
i still gonna rember him
his nice smile

r.i.p
justin verdeja

we always gonna be in our
hearts

patricia castillo

August 17, 2007

when i meet justin
for the frist time
in garfrield high school
he's was a cool and sweet boy...
i know he's in heaven resting
looking at us...the family of
justin i'am so sorry....i know u miss him a lot...i miss him too
i always gonna think all the good
things about him...i remeber
when he walks to his class
i say hi to him and smile at me...and when gradute... from garfield i said to justin i'am gonna miss you
and he's i will miss you too

he always gonna be in our heart
r.i.p justin verdeja

August 17, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Verdeja and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Nancy Munoz

August 15, 2007

I sit here reading all the other entries and my eyes begin to swell with tears. I think about your big goofy ears and that aborable smile and my heart aches. I miss you dearly and wish with all my heart that you could give me one of those giant bear hugs that you would always give me. You taught me to be strong and I thank you for that. You treated me like a lady and I thank you for that. You were always there for me when I needed you and I love you for that. You were my rock. The one I could always depend on. Even now when I need you the most, I know that you are still with me because you will never abandon the ones you love and who loved you back. I don't like to think that you are watching over me, but rather that you are right next to me. I will forever love and miss you. And just know that you will always have the girl that everyone wants. Rest in peace my army guy. I will see you again some day.

August 14, 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)

Allison Marin

August 13, 2007

To this day I'm still shocked and I don't want to believe that you're gone. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you or wish that you were still here. I sincerely and truely miss you, especially that smile of yours or those big bear hugs. I still remember and treasure all the good times we had while we were together, those are times I'll never forget. You're the person that made me stronger and I thank you for that. You were my friend, my babyboy, my hero, and now my angel. I know that you're somewhere up there watching down upon us. May god bless you and your family, miss you and love you Justin.

ERIDANY ZAMUDIO

August 5, 2007

TO MY BROTHER IN LAW JUSTIN, I JUST WANT TO THANK YOU FOR BEING THERE, FOR EVERYBODY, I'M ALWAYS
GONNA REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES IN
ENSENADA FOR BEING ALWAYS YOU NO MATTER WHAT, ALSO FOR BEING THE BEST
UNCLE WE LOVE YOU!!!!! ERIDANY & YOUR LITLLE GIRL MICHELLE

Susan Stanley

August 4, 2007

Dear family of Pfc. Justin A. Verdeja, I am so sorry for the loss of your hero. He was a hero in many ways to many people. He was helping to maintain our freedoms and helping to bring freedoms to those that have never known freedom before. I send many packages to contacts listed at AnySoldier.com. Your Justin, being a volunteer contact for Any Soldier.com, was an angel to many in the field. He cared enough for his unit to help pass out mail to those who maybe did not receive any or as much mail as others. Helping them to know that they were supported, cared for and prayed for by us at home in the USA. What a true hero. Freedom isn’t free.
Thank you Pfc. Justin A. Verdeja. We miss you greatly.
May God’s Holy Spirit grant your family comfort as they progress through grieving for the loss of their very special hero.
From a Gold Star Mother (SSG Russell J. Verdugo KIA 5/23/05 - Baghdad)

Christy Leyva

August 2, 2007

God Bless You and your family

July 27, 2007

The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning, that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

JOEY DE LA TORRE

July 27, 2007

GOD BLESS BIG JUSTIN. MAN YOU WERE JUST A GREAT MAN EVERY TIME I SAY YOU THERE WAS A SMILE ON YOUR FACE IT'S PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT GIVE OTHER PEOPLE LIKE ME THE STRENGTH TO GET UP EVERY MORNING YOU WERE A CLASS ACT IT WAS AN HONOR PLAYING BESIDE YOU EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT YOUR A GREAT MAN A GREAT BROTHER A GREAT TEAM MATE A GREAT ROLE MODEL AND A TRUE HERO IF WE CAN ALL TAKE A LITTLE OF JUSTIN'S ATTITUDE WE WOULD ALL BE BETTER OFF
I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN BIG JUSTIN!!
SWAT

ROBYN GARSIDE

July 10, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. 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

sandra Jauregui

June 28, 2007

hey Justin you don't know how much I miss you. You will always be my superman my soulmate and my hero. I know that werever you are you are looking down and smileing. I will never forget all those great times we had hanging out. To answer your question to your last letter I love you too baby and I always will.Icant cry any longer for your loss because I have faith that one day we will be reunited.
It's like cying so many tears there are none left to cry not numb enough to feel the loss but alive enough to die Its like the sea laying empty and the waves being gone tides never changing and the whales without their song It's like watching the world end and not knowing that it's through It's like having a thousand sensations but mostly missing you.
love always and forever
Your wifey
sandy
Love you hubby

Melanie Diaz

June 24, 2007

Hey Justin,
I love u!!!Remember the times u use to chase Amanda and me around the house trying to give us kisses&hugs.We use to run away screaming,"Eeeewwww you have cooties."It seems like such a long time ago.You just made me smile so much!Remember everybody still loves u and will never forget about u!!!
-Melanie(A.K.A.Mel)

Amanda Gomez

June 24, 2007

Justin, I will miss you and I love you. You were one of the nicest guys I ever had the priviledge of meeting. I remember when I was younger Melanie and I made you watch Cross Roads. You hated it but you stuck through it the whole way. God, you always thought of others before yourself. You were so consideriate. Once again, I love and you'll never be forgotten within my heart.

-Amanda (Your Cousin)

Alex Gomez

June 24, 2007

Justin, you were one of my favorite cousins. You always had a smile on your face and joked all the time. I always loved having you around because you maked everyday fun and crazy. Well I will always miss u and love you very much. I cant wait to see you again and hold a spot up there for me. :)

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