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for Joel Taylor
Charlie Gili
November 20, 2020
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Joel A. Taylor US Army Specialist.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
Tammy Elrod
May 23, 2015
Bro there's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you! You are always thought about! See you in the Fiddlers Green when my time comes!
joseph chandler
May 23, 2014
I miss you brother.
Maggie Holloway
December 24, 2011
I just wanted to wish u a Happy Birthday!! We miss u so much wish u was here with us but god has u in a better place. We really miss u and not a day goes by that we don't think of u still this day we still shed tears. We love u and miss u dearly! Happy Birthday! ~The Holloway Family~
Peggy Childers
June 26, 2011
June 25, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Joel A. Taylor:
Please accept my remembrance of Joel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 26, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Joel A. Taylor:
Remembering Joel 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 7, 2009
To the family of Spc. Joel A. Taylor:
Joel 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
Becky Taylor Dempsey
May 22, 2009
There are no words to tell you how much I miss you, it is almost Memorial Day and my heart aches to see you smile or hear your laugh. I know that you are in Heaven with our God looking over us all. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Sometimes I just laugh thinking about us when we were at South Carolina, other days I cry to see you or hear your voice. I pray for all of our soldiers to return home to their families and thank them for their service. I love and miss you so much!
CW5 Jim Myers
February 3, 2009
In trying to describe how even in the end of conflict, brothers in arms still miss the ones they've fought with and grown to love, Joshua Chamberlain spoke these words.
The pageant has passed.
The day is over.
But we linger, loath to think we should see them no more together,
These men,
These horses,
These colors afield.
Rest In Peace Joel, Your Mission Is Complete.
T Starman
January 1, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss.
Kenna Larra
December 18, 2008
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families at this time. This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
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Sincerely,
Kenna
Gary Allain
August 30, 2008
Spc. Joel A. Taylor
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Stephanie Rafoss
August 7, 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;
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
In Memory of Joel ~ (Debra Estep)
July 29, 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 Joel, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Jim McGowan
July 23, 2008
“The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero.”
My deepest condolences and prayers to you and your loved ones this is such a loss for you're family and our country, and his sacrifice is deeply appreciated. My hopes thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Taylor family and friends in the loss of Joel . I did not know Joel, 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.Joel 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 14, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Taylor and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 14, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Taylor!
Janice Oswald
July 13, 2008
To the family and friends of fallen hero SPC Taylor...I am so sorry for your great loss. My hearts aches for you. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
July 9, 2008
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!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia SAR
July 7, 2008
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Specialist Taylor. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, (Col.) Robert Towns and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!
Ruben Garcia
July 7, 2008
Sorry for your loss. I knew all 3 of them. I first met SPC Taylor when i was out there during my refueling mission. He made me laugh. He was a great Soldier. Sorry... Take care SPC Taylor. Brave Rifles... SGT Garcia HHT 1/3 ACR
Linda Cano
July 7, 2008
My deepest sympathies go out to the Taylor family. May God comfort and bless you. Thank you, Joel, for the heroic sacrifice you made. May you rest in the arms of Jesus now.
Kathi Poppert
July 6, 2008
Joel, Thank you for protecting our freedom, you have made the ultimate sacrifice for our future freedom. rest easy young soldier you will never be forgotten. To the Taylor family, so sorry to hear of the loss of Joel, may god be with you all. we don't know each other but will forever be joined as my nephew PFC Aaron J Ward at the age of 19 was also added to the long list of American Hero's who gave their lives for our freedom, may god bless all of us and protect the so many other soldiers still fighting. rest in peace dear Joel, America loves you.
Beverly Montgomery
July 3, 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
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08 (KIA)
Gary Tolle
July 1, 2008
Joel, 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. Taylor family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Joel 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!
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 1, 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 Spc. Joel A. Taylor our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Joel. And to Joel it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the U.S. Army and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Joel, you are a brave 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 1,385 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Joel’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Ed Henry
July 1, 2008
To the family of SPC. JOEL A. TAYLOR my deepest condolances. Freedom has a face the faces of Soldiers and Marines who have paid the ultimate price for it. Thank you Joel for my freedom. May the Lord Jesus comfort your family in their time of need. Father of a Marine Sgt. serving in Iraq
Ashby Tippett
June 30, 2008
R.I.P JOEL, GOD BLESS CAPT. TAYLOR AND HIS WHOLE FAMILY
Patricia Morse
June 30, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
My God grant you peace beyond all understanding in the passing of Joel.
Spc Joel Taylor, Beaufort County, NC 20 yrs old
June 30, 2008
Mike Murchison
June 29, 2008
To the family of SPC Joel Taylor we wanted to extend our heartfelt sympathy. This is a very hard time for your family and friends, but God will help you through it all. Just remember Joel will never be forgotten and will always be a hero. We lost our son on 08/04/07 in Iraq and everytime someone else loses a son, brother, daughter, husband, or friend we feel their pain. Joel is at peace now and you must carry on they way he would want you to. Our prayers are with you and yours. We pray for God to give you the necessary strength to carry on.
The Murchison Family
SPC Matthew Murchison KIA 08/04/07
Suzanne MacDaniel
June 29, 2008
To the Taylor family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Joels' 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
Valorie
June 29, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007 Baqubah, Iraq
Sandy Bonesteel
June 29, 2008
As a mother of a Soldier; I'm grieving with the family of Spc. Joel A. Taylor. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them, and that care very deeply for them.
Shelley H - Blue Star Mom
June 28, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC Joel Taylor for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Garnet Jenkins
June 28, 2008
Please accept my Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy regarding the Devastating loss of Spc. Joel A. Taylor, with So Much Gratitude for your Fine Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Joel rest safely now, in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord be with the Taylor family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
~ Revelations 21:4 ~
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Remember the Sacrifice, Joel made.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie ,Kenny Coffey
June 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers out to the TAYLOR family and all.Knowing now few of the many things they have always know ,are only a few of the many reasons that our HERO[s] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as promised and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the talons ,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our greatfull nation..Thank You,,All Hard Chargers..If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you..For we have one and all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST,.We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers.As we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are...................FOREVER BROTHERS.................B.V.C. ................................ SEMPER FI.
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