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Robert Yllescas Obituary
Survivors: wife, Aldena, Killeen, Texas; daughters Julia and Eva, Killeen, Texas; father, Otto Yllescas, Quezaltenango, Guatemala; mother, Barbara Yllescas, Lincoln; brother, Christopher, Columbia, Mo.; sisters, Jennifer Winterbauer, Lincoln; Natalie Yllescas, Guatemala City, Guatemala; grandparents, Raymond and Esther Schott, Lincoln; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services 10 a.m. Monday (12/8/08) at the Osceola Downtown Auditorium in Osceola, Neb. with Pastor Robert Perry officiating. Visitation will be Sunday (12/7/08) from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Osceola Downtown Auditorium. Interment will be in the Osceola Cemetery with Military Rites by the Nebraska National Guard Military Funeral Honors Team. Dubas Funeral Home of Osceola and Stromsburg is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Yllescas
Bill Schweitzer
March 12, 2020
I just read Jake Tapper's account of this wonderful American. I was inspired by what he did in Afghanistan. I am deeply thankful for his devotion to duty. May the Lord uphold those he left behind--thank you for your sacrifice. Chaplain Schweitzer
Charlie Gili
September 3, 2019
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 week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Robert J. Yllescas US Army Captain.
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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
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Just a soldier!
May 27, 2014
Hurts deeply!, even after all these years. Best father and soldier I ever met! He is always missed and will never be forgotten. May God keep his grace and blessings on those wonderful girls of his and his loving wife Dena! - Forward the BIG RED ONE -!
March 28, 2013
We remain grateful to Rob for his service and sacrifice.
Peggy Childers
December 1, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Robert Yllescas:
Please accept my remembrance of Robert on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ginny
October 6, 2011
Thank You to Capt. Robert Yllescas and his Family for his Service and Sacrifice for our Country. May God Bless You.
Debbi Dresser
December 5, 2010
God Bless You Rob....you are not forgotten!
Peggy Childers
December 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Capt. Robert Yllescas:
Remembering Robert on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
August 29, 2010
To the Yllescas family:
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Kenna Larra
March 16, 2010
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Tile from Memorial Wall at Marines Memorial Club in San Francisco
Debbi Dresser
February 16, 2010
Please know that Rob is always in our thoughts & prayers.
Donna Gillette
December 13, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Gayle Naschansky
November 30, 2009
Remembering Rob and praying for the family. We will never forget.
Linda Brodine
November 7, 2009
Today I am working on a slideshow of Nebraska KIA's for our annual all school Veterans Day program. I wanted to sign the guest book and assure you that Capt. Robert Yllescas will be remembered by all of us on November 11.
Sincerely
A Friend
November 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. May all the wonderful memories of Rob sustain and bring you all comfort. I was so saddened by what I saw at the funeral and think often of his poor father and siblings and the rest of the Schott family. You all TRULY loved him. What wonderful things your family has done to honor his memory. God Bless
Alan Gissler
October 20, 2009
God bless you Rob. You are my hero. I still can't believe that you are gone. I know the good Lord is talking care of you and maybe even wake-boarding with you! Bev and I miss you so much. You were the best son-in-law anyone could ever have. Rest in peace and someday we'll meet again.Love you Rob-RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!
Kathy & Chris Catalanotto
May 25, 2009
Remembering you Rob and all your fellow fallen comrades on this Memorial Day (& each and every day) and your families.
Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.
"Freedom is not free. All gave some, but some gave all".
God Bless and keep you and Bless your families and give them strength.
Kenna Larra
January 20, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Stephanie Rafoss
January 8, 2009
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
Janice Oswald
December 31, 2008
To the family and friends of fallen hero CPT Yllescas....I am so deeply sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08 (KIA)
Gary Tolle
December 29, 2008
Robert, I just wanted to say thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation, a nation in mourning for our fallen heroes. You like so many other soldiers chose to serve our nation when needed most and with your life you protected the very core of what America stands for. My nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward also made that sacrifice on 5/6/2008 when he was killed in action in Iraq. As I mourn for my nephew I mourn for you and every fallen soldier and know that you all will forever be in my thoughts and prayers, we as a nation will never forget you. I stand tall and salute you Robert and from the bottom of my heart I thank you for the nights we at home were able to sleep without fear and know that we are safe because you and your fellow soldiers stood watch. To the Yllescas family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Robert 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!
SHIRLEY DONEY
December 23, 2008
REST IN PEACE CAPT. YLLESCAS, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Kenna Larra
December 23, 2008
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Please contact us! Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, God Bless You and we hope that your portrait is bringing you some peace!
Sincerely,
Kenna
Gary Allain
December 23, 2008
Capt. Robert Yllescas
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
December 20, 2008
RIP and thank you for the ultimate sacrifice.
Keri Craig-Cousin of Tricia L. Jameson -KIA Iraq 07-14-05-Medic
MacDaniel
December 16, 2008
To the Yllescas family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Roberts' 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
December 16, 2008
On behalf of the Lincoln Memorial Day Observance Association (LMDOA) we would like to express our sincere sympathy on the loss of your loved one. A man of great courage who served in our nation’s military , so that we may have the freedoms we enjoy in America today. Each year, a Candlelight Vigil is held on Memorial Day night at the Antelope Park Veterans Memorial Garden, 30th and “A” Street in Lincoln. At this time, all names of veterans of our Armed Forces, in Lancaster County, who passed away since the last Memorial Day Candlelight Service, are read in a solemn ceremony. Robert's name will be read at this time. We invite you to come out for this service and bring your family and friends. (Bring lawn chairs)
Ed Hoffman, President
Connie Wright, Keeper of the Names
Gary Allan
December 15, 2008
capt Robert Yllescas
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever
K. Bragg
December 14, 2008
There are no words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. To one military family from another who has a spouse currently serving in Iraq. May you find peace and strength at this time. We will never forget the sacrifice and service our soldiers have done for our country. Capt. Robert Yllescas is a True American Hero!
In Memory of Robert Jose ~ (Debra Estep)
Debra Estep - Aleandri
December 14, 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 Rob, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb
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
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Gunnery, Armor OBC, Fort Knox, Kentucky, 2002.
Mark McClellan
December 13, 2008
I am deeply saddened by the news of Rob's death. He was a great officer and friend. My deepest sympathies are extended to Aldena and the girls.
I have included a photo of Rob and me from the Officer Basic Course in Fort Knox, Kentucky in 2002. He was a great battle buddy and he taught me so much about tanks.
We will miss him.
Kim Mountford
December 12, 2008
Our hearts are so heavy for the family. May God grant them strength to accept their great loss. What a fine man he must have been.
WILLIAM WILLIAMSON
December 11, 2008
"GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN THAN HE WHO GIVES HIS LIFE FOR A FRIEND". FREEDOM IS OUR GIFT FROM YOU SIR, THANKS SO MUCH FOR THAT GIFT ROBERT. REST IN PEACE HERO, YOUR MISSON IS DONE.
CSM W.H.WILLIAMSON
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
December 11, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Robert to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Robert in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Gale Poindexter
December 11, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Capt Robert Yllescas. 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)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
http://www.myspace.com/tulsaok1nurse
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
December 11, 2008
Rest in eternal peace.
Lori
December 11, 2008
Although I have never had the wonderful opportunity to meet Capt. Robert Yllescas, I still hold him close to my heart for he has courageously protected my freedom. I am sorry for your loss and I know there is nothing that anyone can say to make this easier, but please know that we will never forget the sacrifices our soldiers and their families have given. My deepest sympathy.
Art Brennan
December 10, 2008
Rob was that soldier to me. Everyday, I pray that I be the soldier the Lord wants me to be. Rob was an inspiration and always will be. I will hold his memory in my heart. When I meet the Commander in Chief in the sky, I will salute Him first and go to Rob and the other soldiers and salute them also. Thank you, Rob for the fight, good and faithful servant. In Jesus Name, Amen
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
December 10, 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 Capt. Robert Yllescas our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Robert. And to Robert it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country while opposing terrorist forces in Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Robert, 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 1,409 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Robert’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Sandy Bonesteel
December 10, 2008
My condolences to the family of Capt. Robert Yllescas. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them; and that care very deeply about them.
Peggy Childers
December 9, 2008
To the family of Capt. Robert Yllescas:
Robert 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
Capt. Robert Yllescas
December 9, 2008
Shelley H
December 9, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank CPT Robert Yllescas 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.
Garnet Jenkins
December 9, 2008
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of Capt. Robert Yllescas, the Price this Brave Solider and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Robert, rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may God's Healing Grace be with the Yllescas 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.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
May the Peace of God and your treasured memories of Robert, remain in your heart always and give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Trudy Berkey
December 9, 2008
I, also want to thank you for your sacrifice for all of us and our country-the USA. I am sure your family is very proud of you and I am sure I can say this for many others that we are very proud of you also. To receive the purple heart was an amazing feat and I know your family
will keep that moment in their hearts and minds forever. Just remember Robert will be with you always.
Sue
December 8, 2008
Thank you, young man, for your sacrifice for all of us. You are truly a hero and as much as your family is in pain right now. they must be so proud. May God bless and keep you in His care and may your family and friends find peace and comfort.
An American
Brandy Sacco
December 7, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss!! Rob is a hero!!!! All my love and respect
Therese Voboril
December 6, 2008
Aaron and family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your brother-in-law. Robert sounded like a fantastic person. By now he has toured Heaven - just think he has not only met Jesus but people like George Washington, Abe Lincoln, and Ben Franklin. He can go anywhere and do anything. I bet he will be watching the future Husker games with Bob Devaney. All the Veteran's probably lined the gates of Heaven and cheered as he entered as everyone is very proud of his work. We are all grateful to him for keeping us free. Keep in mind Rob's spirit is always with you - tell each other stories about Rob and you will keep his memory alive. Remember his smile. My prayers and thoughts are with you. If I can do anything let me know. Remember - one day at a time. Take care and may Christ surround you with his love.
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