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for Faoa Apineru
Mike Belmessieri
March 1, 2024
AP a brother Marine who we so respected that the Marines of the General J. C. Breckinridge San Francisco Detachment 10 Marine Crps League Southwest Division Department of California established an annual leadership award and society that provides recognition of outstanding Marine leadership with-in the detachment as a tribute and in remembrance of our brother Marine Staff Sgt Faoa Apineru, a Marine who we never want to forget. AP we know you have taken up your position on heaven's scene along with other Marines and we appreciate and will miss what you provides us with while you were here brother. You were a Marine's Marine.
Semper Fidelis
Mike "Belmo" Belmessieri
Commandant Emeritus
Marine Corps League San Francisco Det. # 10
Past Chief of Staff Marine Corps League Department of Calif.
Vice Pres. Marine Corps Coordinating Council of Northern CA.
Past Member Board of Directors USMC Vietnam Tankers Assoc.
Charlie Gili
February 29, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let you and your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the Semper Fi Fund in the name of Faoa L. Apineru US Marine Staff Sergeant.
We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals across the American youth hockey community and beyond. 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
David Tanana
November 18, 2017
AP I think of you every day bro. Semper Fi!!
Peggy Childers
July 2, 2013
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru:
It has truly been my honor to sign Faoa's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Faoa will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
July 4, 2012
July 4, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru:
Always remembering Faoa. "Some gave all."
April 29, 2012
Still remembered and not forgotten.
Mike Belmessieri AKA: Belmo
December 3, 2011
To the family and friends of my brother Marine S/Sgt. Faoa A..P. Apineru. Unfortunately I have never met A.P; but want you to know that as A.P. guards the streets of heaven with "his Marines", his memory lives on not just with yourselves but witrh Marines and associates who have like myself never even met him. Tonight, as the Commandant of the General J.C. Breckinridge Detachment # 10 of the Marine Corps League I will have the honor of awarding the S/Sgt Sgt. Faoa "A.P" Apineu leadership award. Because I have spoken with those who knew A.P. I am convinced that there is no question to the fact that A.P. was a special Marine, and a special gift from the Supreme Commandant. God blessed us the day our brother Marine, S/Sgt A.P. joined our ranks.
Semper Fidelis
Mike "Belmo" Belmessieri
Commandant
Gen. J.C. Breckinridger Detachment # 10
Marine Corps League
Gloria Cervantes
September 2, 2011
Hello Apineru Family, just a quick note to tell you that I think of AP often. I know he is watching out for you all and for me too. To our Hero AP! He will never be forgotten. God Bless You All. Gloria, South Bay Blue Star Moms,
Julio Rodriguez
September 1, 2011
To the families of our American Heroes,
I want to thank each of you for your personal
sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in
your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the
ages to come.
RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20
A greatful Veteran
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Vietnam 64,65,66,68-6
Peggy Childers
July 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru:
Please accept my remembrance of Faoa on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Elizabeth Raab
January 15, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
David Tanana
December 30, 2010
AP I miss you brother. I have a picture of you hanging in my living room that will stay hanging until I'm gone one day. I'll never forget the good times we had in Krtsanisi, Georgia or downtown T'Bilisi. We climbed that mountain behind the signal center hung over and sweating like hell that one day and saw the bush full of a thousand lady bugs that we thought was some sort of omen. I have the pictures still. And that Georgian wine....damn we killed so many bottles....even the last day we were there!!! Two for the road!!! Boondock Saints at least once a week in the MWR hooch...I could go on bro. I will miss you but you will live forever. I'll see you again AP. Semper Fi!!!
December 23, 2010
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF FAOA APINERU.THANK YOU SARGEANT APINERU FOR MAKING THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE..YOU ARE OUR HERO..YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN OUR HEARTS..LOVE ALL THE APINERUS AIGA..YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED..XO!
Taupule. Rula Apineru. Letelemaaana.
December 18, 2010
I miss you cuzz,still remember that we were both went to WESCO in Samoa since 1990 at Faleula. You're very handsome boy, just couldn't believe that you die so young. lots of love from us in Canberra, your uncle Alatise. Apineru and your cousins. love you cuzz.
Peggy Childers
July 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru:
Remembering Faoa 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
Peggy Childers
July 9, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru:
Faoa 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
Clinton Fox
July 2, 2009
I miss you AP. I met your brother inlaw the other day, he invited me to go check out his shop. I talked to Chad not to long ago, he misses you. Your memory will live on forever, your story will be shared. It will be one of bravery and brotherhood. I love you and miss you brother.
SEMPER FI
June 23, 2009
First let me express to you how sorry I am for the loss of your son. The sacrifice that you and your family have given for this country will never be forgotten.
I am a Blue Star Mom in the San Francisco area. Along with the Marine's Memorial Club in San Francisco we put together a Gold Star Memorial for families in California. We would love to invite you and are looking for your current address.
God Bless,
JoAnn
BSM Navy SEAL
Melissa Van Natta
June 15, 2009
My heart breaks for his family's loss, and my prayers are with them. A braver, more compassionate person I have yet to come across. I will miss him dearly.
Gina Zanussi
May 25, 2009
God bless you and your family this Memorial Day and thank you sincerely for your service and sacrifice. You aren't forgotten.
Chris Aldamuy
April 21, 2009
My deepest heart felt thoughts to his family. I was friends with Apineru while stationed in Okinawa, and than later Quantico. Always there when you needed help, or just to have a good time and a beer. I'll never forget my friend.
-SSgt C. Aldamuy
Kenna Larra
December 29, 2008
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Terisa Edwards
November 29, 2008
My name is Terisa Edwards and I am the San Diego County coordinator for Home of the Brave Quilts. We are a grassroots group dedicated to making a quilt honoring each of America’s fallen heroes and presenting it to the immediate family. For more information about our group, visit our national website www.homeofthebravequilts.com. If a friend or relative can help me contact the immediate family of Staff Sgt. Apineru so that the quilt being made in his honor can be sent to them, please click on the “contact me” below to send me an email. Thank you for your help.
Terisa Edwards,
Home of the Brave Quilts coordinator for
Kern, Orange and San Diego Counties, California
gary Allain
August 21, 2008
Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms
for ever
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
August 18, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Apneru family and friends in the loss of Faoa. I did not know Faoa, 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. Faoa 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~
debbi
August 9, 2008
To the family and parents of Faoa I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.
com/
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08 KIA
Gary Tolle
August 7, 2008
Faoa, God bless you soldier and thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation and for paying the ultimate price for our freedom.. You are now in great company with God and so many other fallen hero's before and after you. On 5/6/08 my nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward was killed in action in Iraq and my final promise to him was to never forget him and our fallen hero’s, we will never forget their commitment and sacrifice. To the Apineru family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Faoa and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. Please accept my heart felt condolences and my prayer that god help you cope with this tragic loss and may the memories of your HERO carry you through each day. From one Gold Star family to another!
ulises galarraga
August 4, 2008
Words cannot say the feelings that I have right now, I just learned of your passing. SSgt Apineru (AP) was one of my Marine Corporals while we were stationed on Okinawa. We lost contact while I was on embassy duty, however he was and will always be the hard charging Marine I remembered. I ran into AP again while I was going through MSG school in Quantico. As Marine SNCO’s we shared an embrace and talked about our future plans. It was great to see him and catch up on old memories. I’m shocked and deeply saddened to learn of this tragic news. You and your family will always be in my prayers. You will be missed. When I read your story of how you are called the mayor I can remember your kind heart and your big smile especially the smile, you were my go to NCO. You always brought joy to all who came in contact with you.
Semper Fi my friend, I will miss you and will always remember you. With my deepest sympathy.
GySgt Ulises Galarraga
Gale Poindexter
August 3, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
SHIRLEY DONEY
August 3, 2008
REST IN PEACE STAFF SGT. APINERU, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Suzanne MacDaniel
August 2, 2008
To the Apineru family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Faoas' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
Kathi Poppert
August 1, 2008
Faoa, Thank you for the brave sacrifice you made for our freedom, rest easy soldier you will never be forgotten. To Faoa's family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, may God bless you all in the days ahead. we do not know eachother but are for now ever joined as my nephew PFC Aaron J Ward at age 19 while serving in Iraq on May 6 2008 was also added to the long list of American Hero's who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country's continued freedom. may God bless us all and protect the so many other soldiers still fighting. Rest in Peace Faoa, America loves you.
Proud aunt of PFC Aaron J Ward
US ARMY, MILTARY POLICE
Jeannie Tolle
August 1, 2008
Thank you for your service Staff Sgt. Faoa Apineru. You will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace young Hero.
To the family of Faoa, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope your memories of Faoa bring you comfort and God bless all of you.
In Loving Memory of my Grandson
Pfc. Aaron J. Ward
KIA 5/6/2008 Iraq
Shelley H - Blue Star Mother
August 1, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SSG Faoa Apineru for his service and sacrifice to this grateful country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeri Herrera
August 1, 2008
Though I did not know Faoa personally, he will always be a hero to me. Nothing I can say will take away the pain that you feel right now. Please accept my sincerest condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Jeri Herrera
Proud sister of SFC Rocky H. Herrera
KIA 8/28/07 Jaji, Afghanistan
Sandy Bonesteel
August 1, 2008
My condolences to the family of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru. I know there are no words that can go as deep as the pain of losing someone they love so deeply. But I pray they will know that there are many, many people who care very deeply about them and about Staff Sgt. Faoa Apineru.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
August 1, 2008
Rest in peace.
Renee Owens
July 31, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. May God grant your family peace and strength. Semper Fi SSgt Apineru.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 31, 2008
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SSGT Faoa L. Apineru. our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Faoa. And to Faoa it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the Corps and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Faoa, you are a brave Marine Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,405 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Faoa’s family and loved ones. Semper Fi !
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Garnet Jenkins
July 31, 2008
Please accept my Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy regarding the loss of Staff Sgt. Faoa L. Apineru, the price this Brave Young Marine and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Dedication and Service.
May Faoa rest safely in God's Care and may God's Healing Grace Bless the Apineru family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage
And He shall strengthen your heart"
~ Psalm 27:14 ~
May the Peace of God and your treasured memories,
remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
July 31, 2008
Thank you Sgt. Apineru for your services for our country. You will always be a hero to many around the world. May you in peace forever.
Don Elseroad
July 31, 2008
In recognition of Staff Sergeant Faoa L. Apineru'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
connie sullivan
July 24, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Natasha Duncan
July 19, 2007
My heartfelt condolescences & prayers are forever with you in the loss of our "Hero", "AP". May God Bless your family with strength and comfort with His Love. You aren't alone. AP, I have been so Blessed to have you in my life as a "friend" and I have been so touched by a fine soldier as yourself. I love you my brother and I know you are shining up in the pearly gates of Heaven looking down without no more pain but forever in eternal peace. I won't ever forget the day we did the video shoot at ALCF a few weeks ago, me getting lost at the VA hospital in Palo Alto to pick you up, laughing, joking, sharing stories with you and your brothers (marines) and going to Chipole to get you that big burrito. I couldnt believe you at all of that, man. You will never be forgotten and I am so Blessed to have known you. AP, May you Rest in God's Forever Eternal Peace. From Operation Intercession Ministry to my home, you are our "Hero"....my "Hero". God Bless You. Until we meet again.
Chad Roark
July 17, 2007
AP, it's me Chad.. I'm truely at a loss for words right now. You were my best friend and my brother. I'm going to miss you so much. Just the thought of me knowing I'm never going to see you again. It's so hard for me to write this right now.. Brother, I love you so much. I'm sitting over here in Baghdad, thinking of all the great times we spent together. Like when you came to my house for Christmas and you played in the snow with my daughters. Or all the great times we had in Georgia. Pictures and memories are all I have left of you. All I want is to see you one more time. Hug you one more time. I dont mean to be selfish, but I truely loved AP as a Marine, as a Brother and as a Best Friend. AP you will always be in the hearts of all my family.. I LOVE YOU AP.. Never forgotten.... Semper Fidelis
Mr and Mrs Chad Roark
and Family...
Vivian Teleaga
July 16, 2007
So sad to see a hero go!!!!!
But he will always be remember for his unselfish sacrifice.
The Apineru Family you are all in our prayers.
Much Love
The Teleaga Family in North Las Vegas Nevada
God Bless you all
Jennifer Brittenham
July 16, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I like the quote below from General Patton. I am greatful for your son's commitment for our freedom. I don't take our troops for granted.
"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."
- General George S. Patton, Jr
Joaquin Soliza
July 15, 2007
Hafa Adai to the Apineru family. I would like to say how sad I have been to hear the loss of your son these past few days when I heard the news. AP was a good friend and soldier for all those lives he touched at the Palo Alto VA Hospital. I was one of the U.S. Army Military Liasons who took care of all the severely injured during my 6 month tenure at the VA SEP05-MAR06. AP was man of word and honor, always willing to help out his fellow Marines and soldiers through all their pain, treatments and tranisitions to a regular life. He will be greatly missed by my family as we grew to love him as we shared many days at the VA laughing and joking. God Bless your family!
SFC JOAQUIN R. SOLIZA
U.S. Army
Guam
Please email me any questions or comments. I also have a few pictures that I would like to share with your family. Adios...
Donna FERROZZO
July 12, 2007
Pease accept my deepest apologies for your loss.
Here is a poem that puts all in perspective.
This young Man from our State
Have paid the Price, Supreme
He gave his All in the Pursuit
Of Freedom, every Man’s dream.
He did what all Marines would do
And has since the Corps began
He stood Tall and gave his Life,
To Protect their fellow man.
This small Tribute that we give
For our Heroes in our Heart
While we know he would say,
“Just doin’ our job! Our part!
God Bless, Semper Fi!
A USMC Marine Mom
Blue Star Mothers
LCPL Ringer, Fuji Japan
stella lopez
July 12, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Busalacchi Family
July 12, 2007
May God bless you AP. You will be missed, as you were truly a light. You'll be in our prayers and thoughts forever. Semper Fi.
J. Crosby, 1SG RET USA
July 12, 2007
My sincere condolences to this Marine's family. This young man is a hero in every sense. SSGT Apineru, rest well Marine. Semper Fi.
July 11, 2007
In such a time of sorrow all one can do is pray for you and May God Bless you for giving us the strength of your son, the optimism he carried and the hero we wish we could all become. Thank you and May you be blessed.
Luna Family
July 11, 2007
A.P it was an honor to have met you and to have had the previlage to share in such happy moments as when you recieved your purple heart and NCO sword. You will be greatly missed, our prayers and thoughts are with the Apineru family.
Marlin Gill
July 11, 2007
My wife Pat and I met AP at the League Christmas Party at the Marines Memorial Club in 2006. We were very impressed with AP and sincerely share your loss. He will definetly be remembered. May he rest in peace. He certaintly has earned it.
Gloria Cervantes
July 11, 2007
Dear AP, thank you for being a part of my life and for sharing your time with my family. Remember the Mama Elephant and Baby Elephant you bought my niece, Sophia, when we went to the Ringling Brothers...Circus in San Jose 2005, well she still has it and will always treasure it. You said she reminded you of your niece which you missed. Thank you for your generousity, your kindness, and your patience with us all. I will always remember you! I know you will watch over us from heaven, just as a good Marine would do here on earth. I will hug you again when I get to heaven. You will always be remembered by the Cervantes, Gonzalez, Ortega and Trujillo families.
July 11, 2007
My condolences to the family of Faoa Apineru. Thank-you Sgt. Apineru for making the ultimate sacrifce. You are a hero.
July 11, 2007
I do not know your family but when I saw his picture I do he is something very special. I am so sorry for you loss. Thanks so much for raising such a soldier. He served our country and fought for our freedom and now he is going to still be watching over you. He is a protector. My little brother is over in Fallijuh and I am so proud of him and now they are going to finish where you soldier had to leave behind to a much better place
Glenn Adams
July 11, 2007
AP;
Rest in Peace My Brother Marine. Our Marine Corps League Detachment will always be brighter and better because you joined with us and touched us all! God speed Marine!
Semper Fidelis;
Glenn Adams, Commandant, Det-10
Gen. J.C. Breckinridge Det.
Marine Corps League,
San Francisco, California
Robert Wenger
July 11, 2007
Rest in peace my brother. Thank you for protecting us and being a good friend. May your wonderful family find comfort in the knowledge that you rest in the arms of God. I will never forget you.
Semper Fidelis
Sgt. R. Wenger USMC 1963-66
July 11, 2007
~May God bless your family in this time of sorrow~
Stephen McCloskey
July 11, 2007
AP you helped so many of us without really ever knowing it. You showed us everyday the kind of person you were as you progressed after the injury. I dont know if anyone else could have handled themselves with such class, dignity, and remain so compassionate after what happened in May 2005. You always called me to see if i was ok and vice versa. These phone calls were always important to me brother and i just want you to know how proud i am of you. Everyone who knew you is hurting right now and the sadness is at times overwhelming. We went through a bad experience together and you were right when you said "we will always be brothers now!" I think about you and the boys everyday. Ill be seeing you and Chris again someday, just help us deal with the grief...
Michelle and Jeff Landay
July 11, 2007
My son, a Marine, was at Palo Alto at the same time as AP. Although Jeff can't remember him, I do. He was always quiet yet friendly and I know he was a very important part of the rehabilitation process to many of his brothers-at-arms. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers are with you. God bless.
a family friend
July 11, 2007
I had the privilege of meeting SSG Apineru on a trip he took to visit his family in Colorado. If I had to pick one word to sum up Faoa it would be love. He loved the Marines. He loved his family. He loved his life.
He is in Heaven now....looking down on us all with love in his heart and a giant smile on his face. He is finally without pain. He will be missed. God bless you Faoa, God bless the Apineru family, God bless us all.
July 11, 2007
Like other thankful Americans, I cannot read this beautiful obituary and not have deep gratitude for your dedication and selfless sacrifice for my freedom. Freedom isn't free. Thank you.
God Bless your family for their heartbreaking sacrifice.
July 11, 2007
I also could not pass by this and not say how sorry I am for your loss. I don't know your family, but would like to thank you and your Son for his ultimate sacrifice. God Bless.
Sincerely, a Greatful Mother
U.S.Marine '69-'75
July 11, 2007
To my extended family,
I, like the rest of the family, am greatful to AP for his courageous and exemplary service to his country, and to you his immediate family for your sacrifice. It is a noble thing to volunteer to bring freedom to those who do not have it. It is quite another to give ones life doing it. While we mourn the loss of our sons and daughters as a result of combat, it stings when the loss is one of your own. May God comfort and watch over you, AP, the Marine Corps and America's fighting forces around the world. Semper fi...
Gail Williams
July 11, 2007
To the family of SSG Apineru:I never met SSG AP but my daughter and I spoke to him several months ago by phone. We were given a DAV Mag with the article about him. My son is Cpl Christopher Winchester who is mentioned in the article. Chris spoke of SSG AP often and was very fond of him. I received a phone call last night from a buddy who was injured May 2005 along with SSG AP (Steve McClouskey). The call brought back the painful news I received July 14, 2005 that Chris had been killed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. As it has been said to me, SSG AP is now guarding the gates of heaven. John 15:13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." My heart breaks for you. I know God will give you strength through this.
July 11, 2007
I never met this fine young man. I would like to thank him for protecting me, my young children, and my country. To his family...thank you for raising a true soldier. God bless you.
Thankful American
July 11, 2007
To the Apineru family:
May God bless you and give you peace, knowing that you gave your child for the cause of freedom. Thank you.
Candice
July 11, 2007
Thank you for your family's great sacrifice. We as americans have lost another great soldier. He seemed like a wonderful person. I am honored that such a great man laid down his life for me and my family. He will be in my prayers. Semper-fi
A Former Marines Mom
July 11, 2007
I did not know your son, but I thank him for his sacrafice for me and my family.
I wrote this poem in his honor.
May God bless your Soldier Son
Who now rises,as his Glory comes
His life, that he so freely gave
Is in our hearts, free of the grave
I thank him for his vision of Freedom that he gave his all to preserve it. He is a hero of peace, love and freedom.
May his love sustain you though these hard times and carry forth into eternity till you meet again.
Jeannie Kalawaia
July 11, 2007
July 11, 2007
I do not know you, but wish to thank your son, and your family for your son’s selflessness, and ultimate sacrifice to protect my family, and I, and also the American People, and our way of life. My prayers are with you, and your family.
May God bless you, and your family…
Rest in Peace, and Thank You again
A life long Utah/U.S.A. Citizen
a grateful citizen
July 11, 2007
'march no more,my soldier laddie
there is peace where there once was war.
sleep in peace my soldier laddie
sleep in peace now,the battles o'er.'
with grateful hearts we thank your loved one,and bid him farewell. sleep in peace young man.
A Grateful Citizen
July 11, 2007
I would just like to thank your family and your son(and brother) for his tremendous sacrifice for our countries freedom as well as others. His selfless acts rendors him a hero and very well should be known as one. God bless him and your entire family! Thank you so very much, our prayers are with you.
Larry Earl
July 11, 2007
AP I love and miss you deeply. Your are truly a great Marine and my friend. You motivated me to keep my trucks up as you busted your butt to keep the comm up. You have made a difference in not only myself, but the Marine Corps. Now stand your new post and guard the gates of heaven and I will see you again. Semper FI Marine and God bless.
American
July 11, 2007
I do not know you, but as an American citizen I wish to thank you for your service and dedication to our country and for our freedom. You gave your life for our freedom, and I could not pass by this obituary without thanking you and your family for your sacrifice.
God Bless You and your Family.
May you rest in peace.
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