Philip J. Svitak Obituary

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Svitak Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in Afghanistan. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one, Philip J. Svitak US Army Sergeant. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

I had the pleasure and honor knowing Phil back when I was in high school and my dad worked on post. My parents owned a paintball business in Clarksville and we got to know Phil as a regular and he even came over to our house. Phil was an awesome guy and full of life and always had a smile on his face.

This is a special "Thank You" to all who have written heartfelt and kind words to the family of Philip Svitak. It is with great appreciation Rich and I say "Thank You" for honoring our son. He was a wonderful father, a loving husband and an awesome man who loved his "brother" NightStalkers with all his heart (and he proved it). I wish I could tell all of you about the
anguish I heard in his voice when I
finally was able to contact him on
September 11, 2001 and he said "Mom,
it is terrible - they are using our
OWN PLANES as bombs - passenger planes"
it was heartbreaking to hear him as he
knew many had died. He also told us he
would be going to Afghanistan and said
"if anything happens to me over there
please know I am proud to die for my
country". He was the flight mechanic,
crew chief and door gunner for "HIS"
Chinook Helicopter - he stood in the
open doorway and manned the mini-gun
attached there..............no place
to hide......no place to run......no
shelter to take and, with pride, he
died.......
And that day so did we - it has taken
us many years to accept the fact we no
longer will see his laughing eyes and
quirky smile. He will never be forgotten in our lifetimes and it helps to know there are many others
whose lives he has touched favorably
who remember him well also. In deepest appreciation.....
Richard & Roseann Svitak
proud parents always of Sgt. Philip J. Svitak
for those of you who would wish to
contact us:
Richard & Roseann Svitak
24779 Foliage Road
Pierce City, MO 65723

Roseann & Rich

Your son will never be forgotten. He lives in the hearts and minds of all those who came in contact with him. I consider myself blessed to have known Phil if only for a short time. Phil was a great soldier who fought for the US ARMY, and Phil was a great soldier who fought for Jesus Christ.

I thank God for allowing our paths to cross in this life and I look forward to meeting Phil in the life beyond the grave, Heaven.

Thank you for my freedom.
Sincerely,
Tony Goodwin

March 4, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Philip J. Svitak:
Please accept my remembrance of Philip on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Ten years have passed since Sgt Svitak and his fellow serviceman made the supreme sacrifice. May those who love and miss him be assured that his legacy lives on, even for those of us not fortunate enough to know him personally - all are honored and respected.

Remembering and honoring the life, courage, service and sacrifice of Sgt. Philip Svitak. Rest in peace Sgt.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Philip J. Svitak:
Remembering Philip on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Another year has passed and I hope that life is treating kindly all those who loved this young man in his lifetime. Be certain that his service, devotion to his buddies and his sacrifice are not forgotten.His name and memory continue to shine brightly.
Maleny, Australia

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Follow The Rainbow To Heaven.
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A Soldier had die out on the
battlefield;

Broken hearts are weeping For
Them,

But take comfort of knowing
that God had sent Them a
rainbow from heaven;

The Souls of the Soldiers
have gone to there home
in heaven,

Our Loved One's has follow
God's lovely rainbow in the
sky;

All the way to the end of the
sky.

That leads all the way to the
other end of the Lord's
house in heaven,

So just keep on praying and
trust that God will send us
that same rainbow in the sky;

Where Our Loved One's are
waiting For You and For Me at
the end of the rainbow in
heaven.

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We honor your sacrifice and we will remember you now and always. Rest in peace.

My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Philip will 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.

For those missing in action;
for those who didn’t make it home.
I know you’re in God’s presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.

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 - Iraq

Thank you brave soldier for defending our country. God Bless You

Painful to think how long it's been. But you are not and will never be forgotten.
rest in peace.

It was sad for many of us in Joplin when we learned of Philip's death. He will always be in our hearts.

To let your loved ones know, you are not forgotten.

It's not in how Phil died that makes hime a hero, it's in how he lived.

RIP bro.......

March 4, 2002 - March 4 2009. By signing this memorial page I sincerely wish to honor the life, service and sacrifice of Sgt. Phillip J. Svitak. I hope that those of you who loved him in life are finding that the good memories are there in full measure. Please be reassured that he is not forgotten, by any of us. Rest easy Sgt. Svitak.

To the family of Sgt. Philip J. Svitak:
Philip 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

A little more than six years have passed since Sgt. Svitak died in the service of his country. I hope that these years have been kind to his family and friends and that they are able to recall better times along with good memories. warm good wishes from Kim (currently living in the Middle East)

If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised Le Ron A. Wilson (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Paying tribute to this Fine Young Hero, Sgt. Philip J. Svitak, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his service and dedication to our Country and for Freedom.

May Philip rest, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.

May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Svitak family.

Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.



"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13



May the memories of your loved one live in your heart always.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Svitak family in the loss of Philip. I did not know Philip, 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. Philip next month it will be 4 years since you were taken. You are a 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~

I went to High School with Phil in Nebraska. He was a friend that will not be forgotten. Best wishes to his wife and children. Be proud of your father....

I use to live in Missouri 20 plus years ago. I didn't know your son but just wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you.