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Memories and Condolences
for Victor Cota
Zol Gonzalez
May 25, 2015
No te hemos olvidado!
July 21, 2014
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
joe chavez
May 28, 2014
Still thinking about you brother.... wasn't able to get on the internet for the last few days... missing you brother... I know you are smiling down on us from heaven.....
Zol Gonzalez
May 19, 2014
victor no te hemos olvidado!
Peggy Childers
May 14, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Victor M. Cota:
It has truly been my honor to sign Victor'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 Victor will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
NONE NONE
November 8, 2012
Never Forgotten! Semper Fi, Brother.
November 4, 2012
Our family will forever be grateful for Victor and the military service he provided to this Country.
Peggy Childers
May 15, 2012
May 14, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Victor M. Cota:
Always remembering Victor. "Some gave all."
Adam Buck
May 13, 2012
4 years ago two children lost a father, a wife lost her husband, a family lost a son, I lost a friend. Here's to you Victor, "sardines, and pork and beans". See you soon one day.
Felix Cano
May 13, 2012
Victor its been 4 yrs we still miss you brother. Your still in my thoughts every single day.
Sgt. Adam Hartley
January 8, 2012
Chief, its me Hartley. You already know I miss you. i'll see you in heaven one day. Maybe you could show me around.
We miss you, Ghost one golf signing off.
Jessica Bogstie
January 5, 2012
We MISS YOU COUSIN <3 YOUR FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS,ALWAYS REMEMBERED NEVER WILL BE FORGOTTEN SEE U AT THE CROSSROADS!!!
V Rivera
December 5, 2011
Victor my special friend, it's a very long time and I still can't hear your name or look at your picture without feeling the same pain I felt the day I was called and informed of your tragedy. Now that the holidays are here again I remember and miss you greatly and wish you were close to give me my "Bear Hug"! May the Lord have you in his kingdom and your family in his hands to console them during these holidays and always!You are in my and my daughters heart compadre we love you and miss you forever
rigo moreno
May 23, 2011
hola victor hoy es tu cumpleaño , 23 de mayo y solo quiero que te enteres que te extrañamos mucho , especial mente tu mama, victor con el corazon en my mano te digo que fuistes unico , y que jamas te olbidaremos jamas , te nos adelantastes pero pronto estarmenos juntos todos ley de la vida que estes bien cuidate mucho y no pistees alla con diosito bueno , no le des trabesuras al señor , te queremos victor
Felix Cano
May 23, 2011
today would have been your birthday vic happy birthday i will never forget miss you bro.
Peggy Childers
May 14, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Victor M. Cota:
Please accept my remembrance of Victor on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Felix Cano
May 14, 2011
victor i miss you everyday brother. yesterday was 3 years that you passed away i miss you coming over the house and just chillin i think of you everyday and have your picture up of you bro. me and my family we miss you very much. and condolences to the COTA family i still think of all of you that i met on the day of the funeral everyday we miss yall.
J Chavez
May 14, 2011
My brother, as said below, every time I see my wrist I always remember the good times. & what a great person you are. Never forgotten Ghost 1....
Adam Buck
May 13, 2011
Its been three years too long. Today I looked down at my bracelet and remembered a dedicated soldier, a true battle buddy, and a great friend. RIP Cota, you will never be forgotten.
Jessica Bogstie
February 6, 2011
primo we miss you soooooo much,todos los dias pienso en ti. oneday a week after you departed i made a cheers to you i kno you remember primo senti tu presencia i left a budlight on the table and when i left noone was in the house. i could see you stopped by and chugged that primo, you left 3 beautiful white roses right where i made that cheers. im glad you heard my toast I LOVE YOU SO MUCH NUNCA TE OLVIDARE <3
Zol Gonzalez
August 4, 2010
Victor eres una de las pocas personas que eh conocido que siempre estaba alegre y haciendo a los demas sonreir con tus chistes. El dia que te conoci fue unos de mis mejores dias en Irak. Nos toco trabajar juntos y me hisistes reir todo el dia. Desde ese dia supe que seriamos buenos amigos. Aun leo los mensajes de messenger y me hases reir. te extranio y siempre te llevo en mi corazon..Eres un gran amigo..Descansa en paz.
June 1, 2010
Wow... it has been a few years now since his passing. It's nice to see that he is still in so many people's thoughts and prayers.
Remembering you always. We miss you dearly.
May 25, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SARGE,,, ME AND THE WHOLE MORENO FAMILY MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH YOU ARE IN OUR MEMORIES,THOUGHTS,AND HEART I CANT BELIEVE A YEAR HAS GONE BY WITHOUT YOU WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH HAPPY BIRTHDAY SARGE.... MORENO FAMILY
Peggy Childers
May 14, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Victor M. Cota:
Remembering Victor 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
Felix Cano
May 14, 2010
Hey victor we miss you bro. RIP my brother. We will never forget.
Alfred Cota
February 11, 2010
Though I never met Victor in the flesh, I know that we have had an experience that will always remain in our historic lives. My name is A. Edward Moch, it means "A Warrior Monk". I am one of "The Night Owls"... I came long before "The SF Goat Men".
To the Cota Family: Please accept my condolences in our loss. He will not be forgotton in more ways than one. This I share with you in the deepest of most respect.
December 6, 2009
From the Cota Fam.
We really appreciate everyone that still thinks about him. We still MISS him alot. The holidays are here again and their still not the same. Wishing everyone else blessings and for his friends still serving,be carefull and take care.
Gigi Pedraza
October 15, 2009
Its been over a year since I was told of victor's death... I miss him greatly... I only knew him for a few months but he made a huge impact on my family and I... I spoke to him a few days before his passing, still have the conversation in my computer... the Pedraza family misses you victor and your bright smile
chris evans
August 26, 2009
Im shocked to have heard what happend to Cota.He was a good soldier and friend we served in Iraq together in 2003-2004 with HHC 1st brigade in Tikrit.I have a book that he is in and he sighned it for me when I left the army in 2004.I would like to give this book to his daughter.
Viviani Magdiel Munguia
August 26, 2009
I miss you a lot nino!!!!
Viviani Magdiel Munguia
July 29, 2009
I really miss him and I think of him every day. It was very hard for mewhen I herd he died. I love him and he is always in my hart.
Lorena Haro
July 5, 2009
Hello friend,
WOW! I am just learning about your passing. I am in total shock. I had no idea you were still in the army. You did not deserve to go out like you did. You were a wonderful person. So I would like to thank you for serving our country and protecting us. Con razon I kept thinking about you and thinking about you. Until I met up with one of our mutal friends and she told me. Mijo, I went speechless. I couldn't speak or cry or scream. I was totally numb. You always knew how to make me laugh. I miss your smile and your incredible dancing moves. "Chiko fuiste mucho para mi, I hope you knew that. I will truely miss you my friend. Hey put in a good word for me with the man upstairs. Rest in peace my friend, rest in peace. And once again thank you man, thank you.
Luis Carlos Cota
May 23, 2009
ya a pasado 1 año y te seguimos extrañando ojala estuvieras con nosotros todavia CHACAL jaja asi eras mejor conosido aqui Q.E.D.P. "bien hecho peter!!!" como decias. te extraño carnal
Cozette Haggerty
May 14, 2009
Re: SGT Victor M. Cota
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,800 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!
Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls
Michael Iezzi
May 14, 2009
Victor,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Peggy Childers
May 14, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Victor M. Cota:
Victor 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
Joseph Chavez
May 13, 2009
It was a year ago, about an hour & a half ago.. Wish I could make the memorial service so badly... You all our in my & my families thoughts & prayers..
RIP Ghost 1
Felix Cano
May 12, 2009
Cota family i hope everyone is doing ok. I know this time of year is going to be very difficult. I know it is for me. Victor well brother its been a year and im here in iraq. I hope to see you one day.Oh and the kids think of you all the time. Our thoughts and prayers still go out to Cota family and friends. We love all of you.
Cota we miss you brother.
Felix Cano and family
May 11, 2009
FAMILY AND FRIENDS
A Memorial Service will be held for
Sgt. Victor Manuel Cota on May 14, 2009.
It will be held at St. John's Church located on 12th and Ajo at 6:00pm.
All are welcome to accompany his family in paying tribute to a beloved fallen soldier.
Familia y Amigos
El 13 de May del 2009 va ver una misa de memoria para el querido Sgt. Victor Manuel Cota en la iglesia San Juan que queda por la Ajo y la 12 a las 6:00pm.
Todos estan bienvenidos para acompanar a su famila en esta misa.
Jennifer Cano
May 9, 2009
Cota, We think about you everyday that passes by. we miss your humor,smile and the most a friend a brother who we love.
we love you and miss you.
R.I.P Cota
love, cano family
Joseph Chavez
March 9, 2009
Ghost 1.. I wish so badly that you were here with us, I remember that calm demeanor & professional attitude I looked up to through out this whole deployment. You were the greatest example of a role model to me & you & yours will forever be in my thoughts & prayers... I love yah brother...
Jorge Nieblas
January 26, 2009
Te extranamos mucho Victor.
Jorge y Santos Nieblas
T Starman
January 9, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
Andres Huerta
December 20, 2008
I would like to express my deepest condolences & sympathy to the Cota family for the loss of their son, father, & husband. Victor was a good friend of mine when I was in the Army. He and I were in the same unit together when he was in Delta Company 1-12 IN. Victor was there for me when I started going through my divorce. He was always there when I needed someone to talk to and even when I needed a shoulder to cry on. Victor to me was the type of guy that you could count on no matter what. I didn't find out about his death until today and I'm very sorry if I bring up any painful memories. I just wanted to express my deepest sympathies to the Cota family once again. Victor...adios mi hermano. Te voy extranar. Le pido a Dios que le de paz a todo tu familia y todos de nuestros amigos que te extranan tambien. Gracias por todo lo que hiciste por mi. Gracias por hacer unos de mis mejores amigos. Que Dios te cuida. Adios mi hermano. If it's possible, I would like to get in touch with someone from Victor's family (like his mother or father) so I can send flowers. Please let me know if there's any way that I can reach someone. My e-mail address is [email protected]
MARCUS THOMAS
December 20, 2008
I MISS U AND LOVE U BROTHER, U R NOT FOPRGOTTIN'
Kenna Larra
November 21, 2008
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Sincerely,
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Gilbert E. Cota
October 24, 2008
Quiero mandar saludos a toda la gente que nos a apollados, a todos los que escriben gracias por no olvidar
Gilbert E. Cota
October 24, 2008
Quiero mandar saludos a toda la jente que nos a apollados, a todos que escriben gracias por no olvidar
SFC Daniel Mendez Jr.
September 22, 2008
May Victor rest in peace, good Soldier and friend. To all the family members mourning the loss of a fallen Soldier, my heart goes out to you. He is not forgetten.
September 17, 2008
Not having you here with me to hear your voice and your laugh is hard, but to know that I will never again hear either seems unbearable.
The only thing that will get me through your sudden farewell is knowing that we shared so many great moments. These moments are what I will cherish and remember with great joy.
Rest assure that you will never be forgotten by those who trully loved you, I for one never will forget.
Victor I am a better person to have knowed you, and thank you for giving me the best gift a person could leave on this earth.
Love you always. Rest in peace.
Chito Moreno
July 22, 2008
My sincere thoughts go out to the Cota Family.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Cota family and friends in the loss of Victor. I did not know Victor, 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. Victor 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~
July 12, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Cota and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 12, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Cota!
Stephanie Rafoss
July 5, 2008
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
april 2007
June 29, 2008
Anel castillo heredia
June 28, 2008
no se como describir la tristesa que siento aunque solo comvivi 2 veces con el yo siento un gran apego asia el y me duele que se aya marchado
el fue un gran tio para mi y nunca lo voy a olvidar
te recordare siempre te QUIERO MUCO
debbi rivers
June 25, 2008
To the family and parents of Victor 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.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
adam hartley
June 25, 2008
Chief I will miss every moment we had together. You shared with me a lifetime of memeories. You tought me so much. My has been made better by knowing you and serving as your gunner. My thoughts are forever with you. "Let it go chief" With love Ghost One Golf, Spc Adam Hartley.
June 13, 2008
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
SFC FLORES ALEJANDRO
June 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! And if any one out there knows the where abouts of an"Uncle that served in the militay" that SGT Cota talk aboutI have something that SGT Cota wanted him to have.
Linda Cano
June 10, 2008
Another family grieves the loss of a loved one. The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero. May God bring comfort to all of you. Thank you and rest in peace, Victor.
Marcus Thomas
June 8, 2008
You will not be forgotten, you were a good friend and i'm gonna miss you brother.
Beverly Montgomery
June 2, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Emily Montoya
June 1, 2008
Ive heard alot about Sgt. Cota, from what i have heard he was a wonderful man, he is often in my thoughts.. My heart goes out to the Cota family and friends and i pray for your happiness..I truly hope all goes well and I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Kelly Soucy
June 1, 2008
|Rest in peace battle buddy, the army has lost the least negative most uplifting funny guy i ever had the pleasure of serving with. No matter the situation i could allways look forward to conversations with him, and new i would be wearing a smile and laughing in no time, you will be GREATLY missed. R.I.P brother. Your friend SGT.Sunshine
Edwards Hall
May 31, 2008
Mis condolencias a la familia Cota, ayer regrese de vacaciones y me entere de la tragedia, el estar con el en este deployment hacia mi tiempo pasar rapido en esta guerra, te voy a extranar hermano, que Dios te tenga en su gloria y proteja a tu familia, y solo espero que todos sepan el grandioso lider que fuiste, que sin ti la mision sera mas dificil. Jamas te olvidare Victor, de tu panameno amigo Edwards, desde Iraq.
David Cota
May 31, 2008
querido primo,aunque realmente no pasamos mucho tiempo juntos me duele que ya no estes aqui con toda tu familia y amigos que te quieren....me hubiera gustado tener la oportunidad de volverte a ver y platicar contigo.Donde quiera que estes te mando todo mi cariño...
In Memory of Victor ~ (Debra Estep)
May 31, 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 Victor, 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
Carlos Cota
May 31, 2008
Querido Hermano "Chacal", muy querida Tía Irene, querido "Guacho Mckee". La definición de una perdida es algo que estuvo en ese espacio, ya no esta más. Eso es lo doloroso. Qué increíble que el año pasado estuve contigo y nos prometimos volver a vernos. Fue el último abrazo fraternal que nos dimos. Te he llorado mucho Chacal. Como olvidar tantas cosas. ¿Quién te tumbaba la gorra? ¿Quién estaba siempre con nosotros en las dias de campo? Gracias por haber estado con nosotros en esta familia. Aunque no pude estar contigo en Tucson, siempre tendré un espacio en mi mente para recordarte Hermano....
CPT JAMES REMBERT
May 30, 2008
Rest in Peace Brother, Its been a pleasure working with you. God bless you and your family
May 30, 2008
May 30, 2008
victor
Si fuésemos capaces de saber cuándo y dónde volveremos a encontrarnos de nuevo, nuestra despedida sería más tierna.
Un millón de palabras no pueden hacer que vuelvas. Lo sé, porque lo he intentado. Tampoco un millón de lagrimas. Lo sé porque he llorado hasta no poder más.
Tal vez lo único que duele más que decirte adiós es no haber tenido la ocasión de haberme despedido de ti.
Nuestros recuerdos de ayer durarán toda una vida. Guardar los mejores, olvidar los demás.
julie whisman
May 29, 2008
i dont know you ,but your pain is real,i cant pretend to know how you feel.my son is in iraq and i cant begin to know your pain.god bless
B Garza
May 29, 2008
Mi condolencias a toda la familia Cota.
Dios les de pronta resignación.
Dawn Cullin
May 28, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
SGT David and Brenda Wallace
May 27, 2008
Lily,
I have no words at this very moment other than to say I love you and we loved Victor. I remember the first time that David brought Victor home when we were in D CO 1-12 together and said this is my Soldier, Cota. He said, "pfft, escucha I'm just Victor. Got anything to feed the fat guy???" What a crazy guy he was!! I laughed so hard I almost spit my soda out when he said "fatboy gotta eat!!!" I remember so many times when you and he would come over to bbq or to play with Donovan and we would hang out, listen to music, drink beer and the guys would play playstation. Do you remember when Donovan would sit on the couch with you and put his arm around you and say, "wanna come home with me???"
We were not only in the same village and unit together but we were good friends and I miss you terribly. David saw Victor just a month ago, while he was in rotation and they actually were able to spent time together and Victor told him to tell me hi. I want you to know that I feel so blessed that I was able to get to know you and Victor and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I will try to get in touch with you as soon as I can, as I just found out today. I know that right now is a devastating time for you, but know that I am always here for you Lily. Te Amo Mi Amiga!! Y Vaya Con Dios Victor!!
rosa
May 27, 2008
my condolences to the Cota familia. i too lost my son 1 year ago. i feel your pain, i know your loss.
Fernando and Lilia Santana
May 26, 2008
In Remembrance
The Final Inspection:
Sgt. Cota, Victor Manuel Jr
stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Soldier,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my Church, have you been true?'
The Soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, LORD, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awefully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked alot of overtime,
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a Cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears,
If You have a place for me here, LORD,
It need not be grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I will understand."
There was a silence all around God's throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the Soldier waited quietly,
For the judgement of his God.
"Step forward now, good and faithful servant.
You have borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heavens streets,
Well done you have done your time in Hell."
Author unknown
But you O God do see trouble and grief; you consider it and take it in hand. PSALM 10:14
D J Sims
May 26, 2008
I wish I had the right words to say at this time, but I know there are none. I grieve for the loss of your beloved son and I know that I cannot fathom the pain you must be feeling. Your son will not be forgotten and what he did to help protect our homeland and our freedoms. It was his life that made him a Hero. It was his noble path that made him an American Hero. It was his ultimate sacrifice that made him a Fallen Hero. May God carry him to Heaven on His precious wings and give him a palace to live in. I pray that our Heavenly Father above will grace you with His love, His comfort and His peace. Heaven's Gates now has a new handsome Soldier standing guard. Amen.
GABRIEL LUNA
May 26, 2008
dear cousin youre always going to be in my hart, ill miss your great sense of humor, your friendship and your presence. has muerto como un héroe!!!!!! un saludo y un abrazo muy grande para mi tia irene y para mi primo enrique y que enkuentren pronta resignacion a esta perdida tan dolorosa que hemos sufrido toda la familia. GOD BLESS YOU BRO!!!!!
The Butler Family
May 26, 2008
We honor Victor's sacrifice and the Family and Friends who nurtured him.
May 25, 2008
Rev. T. O'Bannon Brod
May 25, 2008
To The Cota Family, Friends & fellow soilder's..
YOUR LOSS is America's as well.
I want to take the time to send a few words and Let you know Sgt. Victor M. Cota is remembered as a Hero and you are as well with Prayer for your Loss..
May your Memories with him and of him help to comfort you along with God's care.
There just is no word's to take away the loss you feel, for that I am sorry...
I thank you for America's, freedom and mine and my families because of men and women like your Victor.
God Bless and Keep You in His Peace during these times of Great Loss.
The Family Lines of Lt. Presley Neville O'Bannon (A Marine who Raised the first American Flag on Foreign soil, Shores of Tripoli Heroin the late 1700's) Salute: Sgt. Victor M. Cota, Your and one of our Gold Star Hero's, who gave his all.
As His Fellow Soilder's Stand Guard May God Bless and Keep them Safe.
Laura Paredes-Oldaker
May 24, 2008
Sentimos mucho desde el fondo de nuestro corazón la perdida de "Chico", hacia mucho tiempo que nuestras vidas no coincidian pero nuestras oraciones van para su familia y seres querido; El chico fue un verdadero heroe para todos! Que Dios lo bendiga!
Alejandro Cota
May 24, 2008
Fuiste una gran persona un gran primo, hermano, e hijo que dios te tenga en su gloria, siempre te llevaremos en el corazon por que fuiste una gran persona, tienes un gran sentido del humor, y un gran carisma, no puede acompñarte en tu adios pero te desee lo mejor y simpre te llevare en mente y corazon, con cariño tu primo y la famila Cota Valenzuela y Cota corrales.
Donna Holden
May 24, 2008
To the Loving Family of Victor Cota
I offer you my heart felt condolances and deepest sympathy for the terrible loss of your and our American Hero. I have read all the heart felt guest book entries and I can see what a wonderful person and Soldier Victor was. It was an honor to learn about him through his loving friends and comrads in arms, he will be missed by so many.
I have to say I understand your loss as I lost my Soldier son, SSgt Joshua Holden on 10/7/07, he was on his second tour in Iraq when he was was returned home ill and passed a year later from Luekemia. I offer Victor's Mom my sincere sympathy, this is the most difficult loss you will have, remember Victor with your heart full of love and the pride you have in him and you will always have him in your heart, that will never go away. My love to his loving wife and beautiful children and all his family and friends. Victor will live on in all your memories, speak of him often and keep him close in heart and mind.
Michael Garza
May 23, 2008
My deepest condolences are extended to the family and friends of Victor Cota. I was Cota’s first line supervisor when he was assigned to Delta Company, 1-12 Infantry. He then became my colleague when he was promoted to Sergeant. I was glad to see him realize his potential and proud to stand with him as an NCO. As many people have already said, Cota knew how to make the most out of any situation and I rarely saw him without a smile. He lived every moment to the fullest. One of the things I used to joke about was his fear of electricity. We used to give him a hard time about his phobia. He told us he wouldn’t plug in Christmas lights and Lily would have to change the light bulbs because he wouldn’t touch them! And, as Top Sump pointed out, Cota let us know it was time for chow with the rallying call he came up with, “Fat boy gotta eat!” My favorite thing to hear him say was something different and he’d always find the perfect time to say it. Cota was always ready to drop the line, “Don’t threaten me with a good time”. My friend, it’s a fair bet to say that you were the reason it was a good time.
Shortly before Cota’s second deployment to the big sandbox, I had him and the rest of my guys over for a BBQ and a chance to relax away from work. At one point I gathered all the family members together and we had a talk. I told them I couldn’t promise everything would be OK. But I did tell them that every one of the husbands was a hero. Victor Cota was a son, a husband, a father, a soldier, and he is a hero. It is my sincerest hope that every one of Victor’s family and friends are proud of him and his accomplishments.
I miss you deeply my friend.
Michael A. Garza
Sergeant, US Army
Retired
Claudia Trejo
May 23, 2008
Tuve la fortuna de tratar de cerca a Victor en la THS. Compartimos mucho ya que fuimos padrinos de su primer matrimonio y al casarme yo, ellos tambien fueron mis padrinos. Siguio tan de cerca nuestra amistad que mi esposo y yo bautisamos a Victor Manuel. Existen demasiados recuerdos...como toda amistad cercana, convivimos muy de cerca con nuestras familias.
Victor fue criado por una gran mujer. Irene, criaste a un gran hombre y de eso yo se estas muy orgullosa. El fue muy generoso con todos y nos brindo mucha felicidad. El egoismo no existio en el, ya que muy valientemente, sacrifico su vida por darnos la oportunidad a una vida mejor. Irene, fuistes una mujer muy sabia y de mucha fortaleza para crear a dos hijos; como a todas las madres solteras, te admiro. Admiro al hombre que ayudastes a convertirse entre algunas cosas, en un heroe, un padre amoroso, un hijo compasivo, un hermano sabio, un esposo carinoso y en un amigo iremplasable. El mundo estuviera mucho mejor si existieran mas, Victor Cotas.
Lamento mucho este golpe tan grande por el que muchos estamos pasando. Lo unico que me da algo de esperanza es saber que Victor nos esperara con esa gran sonrisa que lo caracterizo.
Que nuestra Virgencita Morena te acobije con su sagrado manto al entrar en el cielo celestial.
Kirby Wilson
May 23, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Sgt Cota's family. I mailed him some care packages and got great emails from him. I am proud to have known him even if it was from far away.
sharon hansen
May 23, 2008
i was just standing watching as your casket went by and i thought how very lucky we were as a family that our daughter returned home safely from iraq. i tried to put myself in the shoes of your family and friends wondering how they were having to contend with there loss.
what you were always made me proud to say that i am a military mom.
to your family i want to say how very sorry i am for there loss. you were 1 of many great soilders.
god bless america
an army mom and soilder angle
Mary Rivera
May 23, 2008
Help our soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen. Help all who are fighting for our country. Give them quick minds and bodies that are always ready to act, to dare and risk, and never afraid to die. O God, our Father be with them, and in them always, "To light and guard, to rule and guide." And if it be thy will taht they give their lives for their country and their homes, grant eternal peace and a holy rest to their souls. We pray, O Lord, for them all, living and dead, but we pray especially for those whom we now have in mind and for whom we have promised to pray. Hasten the day O God when all thy children, of all races and nations, may be united in love an justice with one another under their Father in heaven, through Christ our Lord. Amen
Victor Manuel Cota
May you Rest in Peace
Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08
Gary Tolle
May 23, 2008
My thought and prayers are with the Cota family. Recently my nephew was also killed in Iraq on 5/6/08 and my promise to him is that I will write in every guest book after his. Thank you for your service to our county Victor, stand down soldier, your mission is done. May god watch over you now and you can rest with your brothers in arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cota family during this tragic time.
Jonathan Bents
May 22, 2008
Sgt Cota was a great person and a caring friend. I served with him in 2005-2006 while in 1-12IN 4ID. My prayers go out to his family and friends. SGT. Cota you will be forever missed.
SGT Jonathan Bents
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