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Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Roberge
Charlie Gili
February 1, 2021
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let you and your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to Wreaths Across America to honor and remember Jonathan R. Roberge US Army Private 1st Class. 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
March 29, 2016
In my father's house are many mansions, if it were not so I would of told you.
March 29, 2016
My father's house has many mansions, if it were not so I would of told you.
March 29, 2016
Make sure it's proper when we get there kid! Remembering you today.
September 29, 2015
Sept 29th 2015 The park is done and it is beautiful. It truly is kind of a big deal. Everytime I stop there I will think of you and how precious you were to us. Rest in peace Ro. Rest in peace Gram Snow.
February 9, 2014
It has been 5 yrs today and I still miss you as if happened yesterday. We love you Jonathan
Gram Snow
Peggy Childers
February 16, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Jonathan R. Roberge:
It has truly been my honor to sign Jonathan'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 Jonathan will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
September 30, 2012
Still remembered, respected and honored.
May 26, 2012
Thinking of you today. We will always love and miss you Ro. Love Gram Snow
Peggy Childers
February 10, 2012
February 9, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Jonathan R. Roberge:
Always remembering Jonathan. "Some gave all."
Janice
May 31, 2011
Missing you so much Jonathan, but knowing you are looking down at us.
Love, Gram Snow
May 31, 2011
Watched as your Mom & Dad placed memorial wreaths this weekend at Memorial Day Services. Thank you for your service to this country and paying the ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten. Friend in Leominster
Joseph Ouellette
May 30, 2011
thank you....RIP
Amelia Bartlett
May 1, 2011
Psalm 56: 8Thou tellest my wanderings: put thou my tears into thy bottle: are they not in thy book?
9When I cry unto thee, then shall mine enemies turn back: this I know; for God is for me.
10In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word.
11In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.
Kevin Bartlett
May 1, 2011
Revelation 21:4
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
deborah macneill
April 15, 2011
Missing you everyday !
April 14, 2011
I still think of you everyday and miss your smile.
Love, Gram Snow
Peggy Childers
February 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Jonathan R. Roberge:
Please accept my remembrance of Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Denise Snow
February 9, 2011
Always remembered, Never forgotten. We love you and miss you everyday Ro. Nicholas blew you another kiss today as we do everyday when we drive by. You are our Hero forever and always
Jim
February 9, 2011
You have not been forgotten Jonathan
Gram Snow
June 24, 2010
This is for your birthday yesterday, JonnyRo.
February 9, 2010
Jon, today is the first yr anniversary of your passing. It is hard to beleive we are never going to see you in person again.
We miss and love you each and every day and we will never forget what you gave to us.
We will also never forget what you gave to your country.
God Bless You Jonathan.
Love Gram Snow
Peggy Childers
February 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Jonathan R. Roberge:
Remembering Jonathan 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
eric lavoie
December 26, 2009
Ro, i miss you bro. i thinnk about you everyday. everyone dose.
Denise Snow
December 7, 2009
Thought about you today, well everyday but today Nicholas asked if we could go see you. I told him we couldnt but we would tomorrow. We miss you everyday kiddo. We are so proud of you and keep you close to our hearts always. We love you very much. You will always be our Hero
Denise and Nicholas
Donna Gillette
December 5, 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.
Kenna Larra
November 10, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 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!
This is a gift! We have some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we care.
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 and Respectfully,
Kenna
REST IN PEACE JOHNNY RO!
August 6, 2009
Our BATMAN!!!!
August 6, 2009
Joey Prevost
August 5, 2009
To the Roberge family. I am really sorry about your loss. I want to tell you that your probably one of the nicest familys I have met. Mrs. Roberge is such a kind person and is always a joy to talk to. Sarah is a wonderful person and a great friend. I really mean that.
July 17, 2009
I am thinking of you today, and am laughing at what Nicholas did at the cemetary. You would have loved it Ro.
Love, Gram Snow
June 23, 2009
Thank you for serving our country.
Home of the Free because of the Brave.
Happy Birthday!!
Betty Nielsen
June 18, 2009
To the family of PFC Roberge I forgot to change the name and added Albert I think when I was leaving a messenge forgive me for that I meant to say Roberge that I was making a quilt to honor your son. Lack of sleep makes me sometime forget that I need to move on to the next family and let them know that I also care for them. I'm hoping with the grace of God to reach all of the families and let them know that we care and hopefully if we have the right address send them a quilt. God bless and take care
Betty Nielsen
June 18, 2009
To the family of PFC Jonathan Roberge Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Freedom Quilts would be honor to send you a quilt to honor Albert and to let you know that he was truly a hero to his family and country. Your pain is deep and even with all the good wishes and caring from all of us for you it still doesn't take that pain away. I hope that you know that we do care. My email is [email protected] we hope to send a quilt soon to his parents. My website is www.freedomquilts.net and we make quilts for the fallen soldiers families to honor them and their love ones. Betty Nielsen founder of Freedom Quilts
Kenna Larra
May 18, 2009
“Honor and Remember” – [email protected] / www.heropaintings.com. Please know that you are not alone when you grieve for our fallen heroes.
Sincerely and respectfully,
Kenna
May 3, 2009
Hi Jonathan,
I am thinking of you everyday and miss you. Uncle David and I are so proud of you and talk about you everyday.
I love you.
Auntie Lisa
Hannah Davidson
April 27, 2009
Freedom! What do you think of when you hear the word freedom? My cousin Jonathan Roberge was killed in Mosul, Iraq. He taught me and many other people that “freedom does not come free”. You see many famous people on postal stamps I would like to see my cousin Johnny on a stamp for 2 very good reasons he was patriotic and fought for us and he had a great personality.
Jonathan was 22 years old when he and four other great men gave up their lives for many people to have freedom. He was a Private in the Army’s 81st Armored Battalion. He should be on a postal stamp because he gave his life for us. In the family no one had ever been or had anything to do with the army. He wanted to be a police man but then realized that being in the army would make a better difference in the world. He knew what he wanted to do in life and how he was going to do it. A word to describe Johnny would be patriotic because he loved his country and wanted to make a difference.
You can say that Johnny had a great personality. He always had a beaming smile that light up the whole room. I heard a story about him, his mom would go for walks by down town and they could not go home without Johnny going to see the fire trucks my auntie Susan used to babysit him and she said that he used to cry a lot but the minute his mommy came in he would shut right up.
As you can tell people do a lot for us like Jonathan. That’s why I want him to be on a postal stamp. And, do not forget in our country we enjoy the freedom but think, people like Jonathan and others gave the biggest sacrifice, life to keep the U.S free.
i luv my cousin so much and may we all rember that he was loved every were and that he is lookin ova us "johnny i know that u can hear me i got 3 hockey goals for you and a home run hope to c u LOVE YOU SO MUCH
-cousin of johnny ro. Hannah Mae Davidson 13
Gary Tolle
April 19, 2009
Jonathan, 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 heroes 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 Roberge family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Jonathan and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. Since the loss of my nephew I have written on every single legacy page of every fallen soldier and included a photo of my nephew. I encourage you to do the same to Aaron's page. I have done this to honor my nephew but to let you know your loved one is not alone and my nephew is with him and they are now in God's gracious hands waiting for us to join them one day. From the bottom of my heart please except my sincere condolences and may the memories of your Hero carry you through each day for he will never be forgotten!
April 19, 2009
Jonny Ro, today I am thinking about you once again.
I know that you are one of God's angels watching over us now, along with the rest of our family.
I also know they have wrapped you in their heavenly arms and that you will be ok.
Until we meet again,
Love, Janice(Gram)Snow
Gary Allain
April 4, 2009
PFC. JONATHAN R. ROBERGE
You are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever,
as a fellow resident of leominster son your parents were so proud of you and the community pulled together as one to welcome you home may god have his special grace on theee.
Suzanne MacDaniel
April 3, 2009
To the Roberge family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Jonathans' 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
Krista Sieger
March 15, 2009
My heartfelt condolences to you! KNow that Jonathan was a hero who will never be forgotten.Our son, Cpl. Eric Sieger, 18, was killed February 1st 2007 in Iraq. In his honor and all the other soldiers who gave their life I am compiling stries of these soldiers and their families, to be boun into a book, titled KIA-Our Stories. If you are interested to have your soldiers story in this book, please give me following: Date of birth, KIA-date, short biography, motivation to join the military, the last farewell, the last contact, and then - the message! - And how does the family now handly the loss. If you like to send pictures with it, please feel free to do so.
Stephanie Rafoss
March 12, 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
March 2, 2009
I am so very sorry about Jonathan. My heart goes out to all of you and Sarah, I have not forgotten you. I 've thought of you often and I've been sending you all my prayers.
Mary Rosselli
February 26, 2009
To Jonathan's family,
I was not fortunate enough to be honored with knowing Jonathan, but he was a part of the Leominster family and, as such, I still feel his loss as much as if I had known him. May God bless all of you and I pray that He gives you the strength and courage to get through this difficult time. Our lost ones shine in God's light, though it is us left behind who falter in the dark wondering how to go on without them. Revel in the knowledge that he is a hero and will forever be on a pedestal of high esteem and reverence for giving our country the ultimate sacrifice of his life. We all cannot thank him enough for everything he did serving for our safety.
The girlfriend of a Night Stalker (Special Ops 160th Fort Campbell)
melissa lacey
February 24, 2009
john and pauline and family, words cant describe what u must be going through right now your son was a bright and fun loveling kid and will deepley be missed. what he did for our country was above and beyond and he will always be remeberd as leominsters number one hero my thoughts and prayers go out to you all you raised a fine son
Denise Snow
February 24, 2009
John, Pauline, Meghan, Sarah, Andrew, the entire Roberge family, Courtney, and all of Ro's family and friends. This has taken me a while to write because there are really no words to say how sorry we are for your loss. Jon was a great kid that we had the honor of knowing for these last few years. He was an instant light in any room, and we will miss him very much. We love you all. Thank you for raising such a GREAT kid, and true Hero.
Ro-
Thank you for being our Hero and thank you for just being you. You are in our hearts forever. We will miss you so much. Thank you for being so great with Nicholas all the time, and thank you for being in our lives.
Love,
Denise and Nicholas
Theresa & Michael Valeri
February 24, 2009
To Jonathan's parents, John and Pauline, siblings Meghan, Sarah, and Andrew, maternal grandparents Arcade and Claire (who we are blessed to know), paternal grandparents, and all his relatives and friends ~
We send our deepest sympathy in your loss of an exceptionally giving young man. May your memories of him surround you with his love, and keep his spirit alive through you. We will always keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
February 24, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
You are in my prayers. Nothing is more painful than to lose a person whom you love so much. May the good Lord bring you strength throughout this difficult time. I lost the love of my life in 2007 and I found strength, love, and support through his family.
We thank you and your son for serving and protecting this country and for being a Hero. God Bless you!
Lily-Fiance of SSGT Mark Barrette (1974-2007).
Renee La VOIE
February 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Roberge family in this time of loss. We know Jonathan is in a better place now but also know you will always miss him.
From your cousins in California, Claire's (Desilets) family, extends our deepest sympathy for and thanks to Jonathan for serving for our country.
Rest in peace,
The La VOIE family
Denise Muth
February 23, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at the loss of your son. Be comforted in knowing that he is resting among the angels in heaven. The ultimate sacrifice that he has made will never go unnoticed. He is truly America's Hero!!!!
Rest in peace, Jonathan.....and thank you for defending our freedom.
Denise Muth
February 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you try to understand why this happened to your son/brother. Be comforted in knowing that he is resting in heaven and is truly one of our angels.
To Jonathan, rest in peace young man. Thank you for defending our freedom, your sacrifice will never go unnoticed. You are truly America's Hero.
Rose Orr
February 23, 2009
Pauline, John & family,
May God Bless Jonathan Roberge...a true American Hero. We were so sad to hear of your loss. Hold on to each other and know that God is with all of you during this difficult time. You will always be in our prayers.
Rose(Albert), Kevin, Katie & Victoria Orr
Sad American
February 22, 2009
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your son. He is a true hero, he has touched many of us who never met him, but still feel sadden by his loss.
PHIL & PAULA BABEAU
February 22, 2009
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.OUR PRAYERS
ARE WITH YOU.. WE TOO LOST A CHILD AT 27.
WE SHARE YOUR PAIN..
Jo-Ann Breau
February 21, 2009
I am so, so sorry for your loss... I will keep you in my prayers! God Bless & Protect your family during this very difficult time.
Lesley Mathews
February 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
February 21, 2009
To the Roberge family-Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God surround all of you with His Love and Protection as you endure the loss of your son. Please accept our deepest sympathies and sincere gratitude for the sacrifice he has made for our freedom and our country.
The Bedard's
Fitchburg, MA
Capt Emily Naylor
February 21, 2009
Roberge Family,
As a member of the military I can truly appreciate the sacrifice your son has made. He is a testament to the commitment and servitude that every solider, airman, sailor, and marine have made. Please accept my deepest sympathies and sincere gratitude for the sacrifice he has made for our freedom and our country. I am honored to have served in the military with such a hero. God Bless PFC Roberge and his family.
My deepest sympathy,
Capt Emily Naylor
United States Air Force
jason fox
February 20, 2009
we will miss you jonny ro...
god bless your family and friends..
love you bro
February 20, 2009
Dear Pauline,John & Family;
May God bless you and your family during this sad time.I know things will be difficult for a while but I promise they will get better. Not because you forget, but because you remember all the good times. Peace be with you and yours. I have enclosed a few poems I hope will help.
I'M In A Better Place
Mom and Dad, please don't worry about me cause I'm in a better place.
Heaven is beautiful and it is full of God's grace.
I know you are hurting because you miss me.
But please don't stop living because I am happy and free.
Don't be too sad because I am in a much better place.
The war was horrific and I am with Jesus whom now I embrace.
You just can't imagine the things that I see.I am with my war buddies and we are finally free.
Don't give up because you know I am in a better place.
God has prepared my mansion up here in this space.
There is no pain and there are no more tears.
God has taken away all of my fears.
Do spread the word that I am in my Heavenly home.
Please let everybody know that I am not alone.
I see all my loved ones and there is always light.
There are angels everywhere and Jesus is just in sight.
Mom and Dad, I'll be here waiting to see you someday.
But you know I died for freedom and the US of A.
Please know that Jesus is just a prayer away.
Just pass around the word that he will be coming back one day.
A Letter Down From Heaven
I'm living up in Heaven now; this soldier made it home,
The scenery here is beautiful and I am not alone.
For I am now surrounded by the angels of the Lord,
And living in a mansion that the wealthy can't afford.
But just before I made it in, I walked through gates of pearl,
God's messengers had welcomed me into my brand new world.
And as I walked in through the gates, they greeted me by name,
They said,"You are a soldier and the Lord is glad you came".
"He saw you on the battlefield, the bloodshed and the wounds",
"And God said you were coming so we then prepared more room".
You must know I was overwhelmed at what the angels said,
For there I was in Heaven and my earthly body dead.
But mourn for me no more because I'm happy as can be,
I died to give you freedom; now the Lord has made me free.
And I do not regret the day I bled and died for you,
For I am a U.S. Soldier; to this country I am true.
Much pain that I endured was long forgotten at the gate,
I suffered not in vain for you and the United States.
The ones who went before and the ones who'll go one day,
Will not remember battle scars when they have seen God's face.
Our country's worth the fighting and was surely worth my death,
For we were called America to stand out from the rest.
Don't take this life for granted for my death has guaranteed,
That you can live as many can't, to live as you believe.
Support the ones I left behind; they'll fight at the command,
For next to God,they're your best friend, to lend a helping hand.
But really they're not lending, for in all they do they give,
And take attacks and shed their blood, so you, my friends, may live.
So if you're not a soldier, keep a soldier in your prayers,
A soldier needs to know that you're supporting them out there.
For dusty are the battlefields and hot is blazing sun,
But great is your reward when every soldier's race is run.
So be content and know that I am walking streets of gold,
And listening to the angels sing, and safe within God's fold.
My friends, this place is wonderful, a place I can't describe,
And I'll be waiting here for you the day that you arrive.
Now don't forget my soldier friends, as they must carry on,
Until the day their work is done and God has called them home.
I'm glad that I am with the Lord, for He makes life worth living,
Just know a soldier sent to you this letter down from Heaven.
May God keep you in his ever loving arms and guide forward each day. Call if you need anything, Rita has our contact number. All our Love;
Dan, Corinne & Tiffany Thibodeau
Debbie
February 20, 2009
As I read some of the many entries It seems your son jonathan who is a (HERO) Has touched many lives of people who didn't know him including me. I want to send my DEEPEST SYMPATHIES for YOU and YOUR FAMILY at this difficult time.
Debbi
February 20, 2009
To the parents and family, 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 heal you as He gives comfort to you today.
goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
MSG Pelletier
February 20, 2009
May God bless your family in this time of grief. For you are not alone in the pain of a lost one. The country mourns with you. Jon will be forevered remembered in the community, the country and the military. We will honor him forever. He was a hero well before he ever became a soldier.
February 20, 2009
God Bless and Keep you in His Care, Roberge family.
Susan Larkin
February 20, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
All of our hearts are broken and tears fill our eyes...but may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Jonathan loved what he was doing and so many are so proud of him. He gave the ultimate sacrifice to his country. We thank him and so many others for keeping our freedom for us all. Jonathan and his family will be in my prayers and thoughts.
The Swifts
February 20, 2009
Roberge Family,
No words can ease the pain, just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that we and all of your extended family/friends are here for you and always will be. Jonathan will never be forgotten.
Dave Bartlett
February 20, 2009
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the family of Jonathan. He served our country to protect us and our freedom. May God Bless him and be with him and his family during this very difficult time.
February 19, 2009
To the Family & Friends of Jonathan Roberge. There are no words strong enough to convey my heartfelt sympathies for you at this difficult time. I have followed the articles in the paper since the first day it was reported. I did not know Jonathan but I share the loss of his passing with you. Please know that the city of Leominster shares your pain and will see you through this difficult time. Jonathan will never be forgotten!
Lynette Sepulveda
February 19, 2009
My depest,heartfelt condolences to the family of the fallen hero,Jonathan R. RobergeThank for be our hero.good bless you.Love.
Marilyn Croteau
February 19, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
Your son Jonathan along with his loving family has made the ultimate sacriface for the collective good of us all. We are deeply grateful for his courage and deeply sorry for your loss...
Vanessa
February 19, 2009
It is always hard to hear of a classmate passing away. To remember them so young and free. Reading Johnnys accomplishments as a soldier are truly enlightening and empowering. He was a true hero. Hearing this news and being military myself, it makes me proud to serve my country, and proud of John for defending it with me.
So thank you John. For being a great classmate, friend, and American Hero.
Gob bless your family and all of your friends. I wish i was home to say goodbye, but Im sure you hear this...
Lori Barrette
February 19, 2009
To The Roberge Family,
Please know that you are all in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers during the most difficult time of your lives. Your precious son is A HERO...but you already know this. Remember that his life did not really end, but rather it has changed. He will forever be with you. Seek comfort through God. He will help you through this. I know that you feel you were robbed...but try to remember the laughter, the silly times, and everything that made your son who he was and I promise you, you will smile again! We Thank You for your son and for his service to OUR Country.
May God's peace be with you.
Michael and Lori Barrette,
Garrett Fournier, & Alexa Fournier-Barrette
Family of the Late
SSGT Mark Barrette
February 19, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
With deepest sympathies for the loss of your Son.
To get through the rough times ahead you will always think of Jonathan with a tear but also think of him with a smile,he will always be with you when you talk about him, and his memory.
He was Brave, and a Hero to serve for his country for all to be free.
God Bless your family!
Bernadette Barrette
February 19, 2009
To The Family,
Just wanted to say how very sorry we are for your loss, words alone cannot help the pain we go through in losing a child people say it will get better with time, but we just learn to live with a large piece of our heart missing.
Our Son Mark 32 years old a Marine made it back from Iraq just to be in a traffic accident and lost his life 2007 he was also proud to wear the uniform and planned to make a career.
Your Son is another hero who has joined the ranks of God's Angel's
We thank him for his service so that we can be free.
You will always be in our thought's and prayers.
A Gold Star Family
SSGT Mark Barrette Family
Bob, Bernie, Lily, Mike & Family
Kristy Ramelli
February 19, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
I am from Leominster and my deepest sympathies goes out to you all. I can't imagine what you are all going through. I did not know Johnathan but I do know that he died a hero. It takes a strong person to fight for their country. Just know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Johnathan will always be there will you looking down from Heaven smiling and laughing with you. Take care and god bless.
Doreen Barbaro
February 19, 2009
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 1998-2009
jennifer miner
February 19, 2009
To the family,
Just wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you during this diffulcult time. As the daughter of a father in the army now I can only imagine what you are going through now. Thank you for your family member's sacrifice for our country.
Owen McNamara
February 19, 2009
To the Roberge Family,
Jonathan's life, cut short so tragically, says so very much about his family and of course, himself. Jon's patriotic idealism and love for God and family truly gives full context to the term "All American" boy. His decision to serve his country, was a selfless act of volunteerism, distinguishing him from ninety-five percent of his peers. Jon knew his committment required a devotion to duty, that could cost him his life, but still he chose to serve freedom's cause.
What Jon probably hadn't yet realized is how much time and energy his family had invested in his well being. The worry, the writing, the mailing, the praying, the promises, the hopes and the dreams for his safe return.
In an instant, sudden devastating news of Jon's paying the "ultimate sacrifice", had snuffed it out!
Hearts broken, words fail to comfort what only time will heal.
But there is solace knowing that Jesus' promised salvation for he who gives his life in defense of his brother. Jonathan is an American patriot of uncommon valor.
Our best and brightest citizens have always protected us, because they are brought up in God fearing and reverent homes like the Roberge's and communities like Leominster, throughout our great nation.
God bless all of our servicemen and servicewomen stationed around the world.
Taps have played. Reveille is called. Welcome home hero!
Twin Blue Star Father, Owen McNamara (formerly of Leominster)
An Army Mom 1CD 3BCT
February 18, 2009
We have been given life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness because of the brave soldiers who serve our nation. I am truly sorry for your loss and wish I could find the right words that would bring you comfort in the days ahead. May GOD be with you.
Mike & Chris
February 18, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
Our words cannot express enough sympathy for your loss. We are two of many who feel great pride in our country and honor the commitment of our soldiers. May you gain strength in knowing that your Son is, and forever will be a HERO in the hearts of all Americans.
D. C.
February 18, 2009
Dear John & Pauline and family,
I can't imagine what you are going through. You are such a remarkable family.
You must all be so proud.
I know that I am proud to be an american.
Thank you for your sacrifice.
Carrie and Alan
February 18, 2009
Land of the free because of the brave.
Thank you for your service.
May your family find comfort in the arms of others during this difficult time.
Sandra Bolarinho (Gerardi)
February 18, 2009
Dear Roberge Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I had Jonathan as a student at L.H.S. When I heard of his passing all I could think of was his contagious smile and good spirit. He was a great kid, the kind all teachers like to have in their classes.
Jonathan, thank you for your service! I am so proud to have played a role in your life and YOU ARE MY AMERICAN HERO.
Jennifer Goguen
February 18, 2009
Roberge Family,
I did not know John well. I knew him from high school. He was alwas one of the people you would see in the hall and just say Hi. He was a very nice person. Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers. I myself am an Army Wife. I thank God everyday for your son and my husband and other men and women for the service they do. God Bless Your family and your son.
God Bless PFC Roberge
Lyman & Marcia Rugg
February 18, 2009
We never knew Jonathan, but our family knows you. This has really hit home for them and us, as we have a family member, Jonathan's age, now serving in the Air Force. We were all there yesterday, as you brought him home. GOD bless you all, Jonathan is free. We're all blessed for having him protect us.
James Raderstorf
February 18, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Jonathan Roberge,
We were deeply touched and saddened to hear of the attack that took the life of your loved one. Every casualty hurts all of us, but the cause of freedom for all, is what America is about. Thank you for your sacrifice. Our son was also in 3-8CAV, KIA in the previous deployment January of 2007. If you need to talk to someone that understands, feel free to contact us.
Jim and Sharon Raderstorf
Linda Norris
February 18, 2009
As a mother whose son is currently serving in Iraq please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. May God grant you peace during this time of sorrow.
KRIS ARSENANUL
February 18, 2009
god bless jonathan roberge
and his famliy thank you
February 18, 2009
I do not know you or your son but I am deeply moved by the ultimate sacrifice your son has given. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere gratitude goes out to your son and to all who serve and have served to afford us the rights and freedoms we take for granted everyday as Americans. God Bless all of you. My deepest sympathies.
February 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you Jonathan for helping keep our country safe. God Bless! We will never forget him.
Jenny Morrow
February 18, 2009
Thank God for young men like your Jonathan. My son is also in Mosul and I think of each and every soldier as my own. I pray that you and your family can find peace in knowing that he was and always will be a hero to me and my family. God Bless
Blue Star Mom, Jenny Morrow
Palladino Family
February 18, 2009
John, Pauline, Meg, Sarah and Spanky, The loss of Jonathan will forever be with us. Please know that you can lean on your friends in this and any time of need. Jon's sacrifice will never be forgotten. We love you all.
Tracy Bissonnette
February 18, 2009
From one "Gold Star Family" to unfortunately another. May you try to find some peace at the time of great sorrow. You are not alone and will be in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Please know that Jonathan was where he wanted to be, he serviced is country "Proud" and will "NEVER" be forgotten.
Proud Mother of PFC Brian Moquin
KIA 5/5/06 Afghanistan
Correa Family
February 18, 2009
Family Memebers of Jonathan Roberge we would like to
extend our deepest sympathy.
John was and will always be a HERO !!! Thank you!! Our prayers are with you.
God Bless You ALL !!!
cathy macfarlane
February 18, 2009
hi i am the mother of pfc albert jex i know your pain our sons died paying the ultimate price when you are ready i would like to talk to you for what i have learned about our boys over there i am so proud of all of them
Leominster Family
February 18, 2009
Roberge Family,
Your son went right from your loving hands into the hands of our Blessed Mother. May memories comfort you and may peace eventually be yours.
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