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for Jose Guereca
Josh Jurek
May 26, 2025
I remember Joe from Progressive High School in Missouri City Tx. We would eat lunch together and talk about what we were going to do when we graduated. I remember him telling me he was going to the Army. Years later I was watching the morning news when I heard the tragic news. It is Memorial Day 5/26/25 You are never forgotten. God Bless your whole family.
Charlie Gili
June 22, 2022
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this month and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Jose "Joe" Guereca Jr. US Army Sergeant.
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 and 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
May 6, 2013
This entry is in memory and honor of Sgt. Jose Guereca. He has not been forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 30, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Jose Guereca:
Please accept my remembrance of Jose on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Matthew Hintz
July 13, 2011
We will never forget.
Peggy Childers
November 30, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Jose Guereca:
Remembering Jose 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
Trina Vasquez
October 21, 2010
We still miss you so much. Can't believe how many years have past already. I love you patty and kids.
elvira Rodriguez
October 19, 2010
hi cuzin l really miss u even though i dont remeber you but tia nena reminds be you were a great man which we all do we love and miss you the family reta and Rodriguez
PATRICIA GUERECA
November 10, 2009
WELL, YESTERDAY WAS YOUR BIRTHDAY AND I MISSED YOU AND YOUR BOYS REMEMBERED IT WAS YOUR BIRTHDAY...UR ALWAYS MISSED AND ALWAYS THOUGHT OF...TIME IS SAID TO HEAL ALL WOUNDS...THESE WOUNDS ARE HEALING VERY SLOWLY..BECAUSE WE STILL MISS YOU...YES SOME OF THE PAIN GOES AWAY BUT IT STILL HURTS A LITTLE LESS WITH THE YEARS THAT PASS US BY...WE OFTEN DWELL ON THE PAST AND REMINISCE ON THE MEMORIES THAT WE SHARED ONCE...AND LET ME TELL YOU BABY BOY...I WOULD DO ANYTHING TO HAVE JUST ONE HUG OR TO TALK TO YOU AGAIN...AND TO HAVE YOU BE WITH YOUR SONS AGAIN...LIFE IS SO UNFAIR AND YOU WERE GONE SO FAST...BUT I WILL BE STRONG FOR YOU AND FOR OUR SONS...I KNOW YOUR IN GOD'S GLORY AND HE MUST HAVE NEEDED YOU THERE...UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN AND JOIN TOGETHER AGAIN...LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH AND YOUR SONS STILL BELIEVE YOUR AS STRONG AS SUPERMAN...ALEX LOOKS SO MUCH LIKE YOU AND HAS YOUR COURAGE AND STRENGTH...HE KEEPS ME LAUGHING EVERYDAY AND YOUR SONS ARE GROWING UP TO BE SO MUCH LIKE YOU...THEY ARE PROUD OF WHO YOU ARE AND OF WHAT YOU HAVE DONE...YOUR SACRIFICE, COURAGE AND DEDICATION...THE LOVE THAT YOU SHARED FOR US IS STILL HERE IN ALL OF OUR HEARTS...AND THE MEMORIES WILL NEVER FADE AWAY...
WITH LOTS OF LOVE,
PATTY,ROLANDO, NATHAN, ANGEL, AND ALEX GUERECA
PATRICIA GUERECA
August 16, 2009
HI, BABY! I STILL MISS U ALOT. THEY SAY TIME HEALS ALL WOUNDS, BUT THIS WOUND CAN'T HEAL YET. U WILL ALWAYS BE MY HEART. AND I WILL ALWAYS LOVE U. THE KIDS MISS U SO MUCH. THEY ASK ABOUT U ALMOST EVERYDAY AND SAY HOW MUCH THEY MISS U AND REALLY WISH U WERE HERE. I TELL THEM U LOVED THEM SO MUCH, THAT U SACRIFICED URSELF FOR THEM. BUT STILL HURTS SO MUCH. I KNOW UR IN A BETTER PLACE BUT I STILL WISH U WERE HERE. LOVE ALWAYS....
PATTY GUERECA
Henryk Zaleski USN-Ret
July 5, 2009
Remembering you on 4th of July. Rest in peace.
Christy Rincon
March 20, 2009
Some gave it there All. And so Jose has really touch simply because he reminds me of my brother in the Military the Navy branch. Thank you Jose for every thing you have done. My deepest sympathy to you and your wife.
Antonio Martinez
January 20, 2009
Hey bro, cant believe how much time has passed. Still cant believe your gone bro...wished we woulda caught up your lasttime you were in town...Alex, Allan and I still sit around and have a beer for ya...we still talk about how we grew up. Your truly missed bro. NEVER EVER forgotten.....
See ya oneday bro...
Ya boy Tony.....
In Memory of Jose ~ (Debra Estep)
December 3, 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 Jose, 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 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
Peggy Childers
November 27, 2008
Thanksgiving Day, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Jose Guereca:
Jose 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
Jeanette Arrez
November 6, 2008
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
FAY LAWSON
June 5, 2008
When I am dead, my dearest
When I am dead, my dearest,
Sing no sad songs for me;
Plant thou no roses at my head,
Nor shady cypress tree:
Be the green grass above me
With showers and dewdrops wet;
And if thou wilt, remember,
And if thou wilt, forget.
I shall not see the shadows,
I shall not feel the rain;
I shall not hear the nightingale
Sing on, as if in pain:
And dreaming through the twilight
That doth not rise nor set,
Haply I may remember,
And haply may forget.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
Arthur Jimenez Jr.
January 30, 2008
We all went to middle school together!!!
My condolonces and prayers are with you and the familia, Patty. Still here and never forgotten
May he rest in peace
Candace Davis
August 27, 2007
Dear Patricia & Family:
I'm sorry for your loss.
I remember both of you from elementary through high school. You both were pretty nice people, so I'm not surprised you ended up together.
May God bless you always.
August 13, 2007
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!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 26, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR BOYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
jOE AND ME AT HIS RE-ENLISTMENT 2004
PATTY GUERECA
May 27, 2007
HEY BABY BOY, WE ALL MISS YOU ALOT. WISH YOU WERE HERE, WE ARE ALWAYS THINKING ABOUT YOU AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH. TOMORROW WILL BE A DAY IN WHICH WE HONOR YOU AND ALL YOUR FALLEN BUDDIES. WAIT FOR ME IN HEAVEN WHERE I WILL MEET YOU AGAIN. LOVE, ALWAYS PATTY , NATHAN, ANGEL, ALEX, AND ROLANDO GUERECA
joe carson
April 21, 2007
he was a good friend
Our Family
Patricia Guereca
February 12, 2007
Hi, Baby Boy!
In 2 days it will be Valentine's Day, I still miss you alot. God only knows, how much my heart still hurts for you. This will be another holiday without you. But I know you are still here in spirit, your boys miss you alot, they remember everything about you. They especially remember when you played with them. They told me the other day that you were the best ever, and they are right. Wish you were here. But God is with me, too. We love you always. I miss you everyday. We'll send you lots of kisses. Rest in peace and don't worry about the boys. Love Always, Patty Guereca, your wife
Beatriz Rodriguez (now Puente)
January 29, 2007
Hi this is Jose's cousin from Eagle Pass tx. My Dad is Joe's mom's sister. I met him when I was around 14 years old my Dad was staying with Joe's family. And we once had a long conversation and he told me alot of stories of his life, I will never forget them.
Marco Vasquez, SGT.
January 20, 2007
hey joe i've never had such a loss. To loss my boy, i just can't explain. I miss you everyday and i hope everyday this wasn't true, but take care of the boys, ptotocki, TJ, and Loney, they are good guys. take care and see you in the next life
Garnet Jenkins
November 30, 2006
Paying tribute to Sgt. Jose Guereca, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace Young Hero, in God's Loving Care and may God's Healing Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Guereca family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Jessica Ressendez
November 2, 2006
Hi my name is Jessica i am Jackie Rodriguez's friend I was invited to his website by Jackie.I just want to tell Jose's family that im sorry for the loss.Jackie talks about him all the time from what i heard he is a good man.
Jackie Rodriguez
November 1, 2006
Kose Guereca was a good person,father,cousin.He was such a nice person.He loved fighting for our country.He died doing what he loved doing.Joe we all miss and love you.
Jackie Rodriguez
November 1, 2006
Jose Guereca was a good person.He was nice to me.I just want everyone to know that joe died for us to save our country and that,he loved what he did fighting for our country.We all love and miss you Joe.
Debbie Lund
June 28, 2006
Dear Guereca Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved hero Jose. My heart aches for the pain your family must still feel to this day. Please know that Jose and all of our other brave soldiers will not be forgotten. May Jose rest in peace surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Thank you SGT Jose Guereca, a true American hero to all.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
June 7, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
Patricia Guereca
May 7, 2006
I am the wife of Sgt. Jose Guereca, I wanted to thank all of you for never forgetting him and always keeping him in your hearts. He was a good person, always tried to find the best in every person. He had a smile that could light up your heart. His sons adored him and to this day still cry for him. We all miss him, days go by and it still seems hard to get through the days. But thanks to God, that he gives us strength everyday to keep on going. I know that he is smiling down from heaven as everyone remembers him. Thanks alot for everyone's support.
May you fly with those angels and always keep us in your dreams.
Thank you , Baby Boy.
Much love from your 4 boys and your wife.
Jose Guereca Valdez
April 24, 2006
my heart goes out to u...God will see you thru....I pray, that this young man that is with our Lord and Savior..He had to be comforted by the angels that took him to heaven...I do not know him..I read this article..and my heart is saddened...
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 26, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Guereca family in the loss of Jose. I did not know Jose, 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. Jose soon it will be 16 months 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~
HELEN VALDEZ
February 1, 2006
my heart goes out to u...God will see you thru....I pray, that this young man..whom I am proud..that he served my country is now with our Lord and Savior..He had to be comforted by the angels that took him to heaven...I do not know him..I read this article..and my heart is saddened...
jesse taylor
December 26, 2005
you were my boy g. you were with us through the worst and youll be with me forever. i will never forget. to the most dedicated soldier I faught with....
-t bone.
Trina Vasquez
November 18, 2005
I knew Joe personally him and his wife were very good friends of mine that I met in Fort Stewart, Georgia. He is very missed by me and my family and I know for sure by his wife amd 4 boys. We love you Joe and think of you all the time and thank you for what you have done, the ultimate scarafice in defending our country. Love you Patty!
W&G Strong
November 5, 2005
I read about your son and our hearts go out to you as fellow Americans and as a US Marine family. May the Lord guide you all through this difficult time. God bless.
Sgt.& Mrs.W. Strong
John Phillips
November 5, 2005
I am a 23 year old Sergeant in the US Army and would like to give my heart out to the Guereca family. I wish them the best in the future and am truly sorry for their loss.
Joetta Leal
December 21, 2004
My prayers go out to the Guereca Family. I actually know Rita his sister we went to elementary and middle school together but I had the honor to meet the little brother that followed us around (Joe). I respect everything Joe stood for and I too have had family serve in the military. With love and respect.
Stephanie Rodriguez
December 20, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I attended high school with Joe. I will always remember seeing him everyday in halls or at lunch. My prayers and thoughts are with you through this tough time. I thank you Joe for defending our country and our freedom. Robert keep your head up and take care of your family. God Bless Yall
C. Johnson
December 19, 2004
To The Family
Know that God is a loving God
He knows and he cares
He will keep you at this time and always
My prayers are with all of you.
Mathematics Educator
(formerly at Mo. City Middle School)
Leslie Rodriguez
December 16, 2004
TO the Guereca family:
My deepest thoughts go to you. I know its hard to lose someone really close to you. I knew Joe and I know Robert. My prayers go to you and your family. May God bless you and be with you Always.
Take care.
Sherilan Johnson
December 16, 2004
My deepest sympathies go to the Guereca and Mora families. You all are in my prayers and in my family's prayers. God bless you and keep you in His care during this time.
Linda Foster
December 16, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the Guereca
family. To Joe, I didn't know you,
but the fact that you gave your life
so we can be free, makes you a hero
in my eyes. Thank you. Bless you.
Linda
Lisa Lopez
December 15, 2004
I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies go out to all. I am the proud girlfriend of LCpl. Alex Alba and any loss to him is a loss to me as well. My prayers go out to the families and friends of Joe. May God bless you all.
Felicia
December 15, 2004
Thank you Joe. Rest in Peace.
Monqiuica Anderson
December 14, 2004
My heart and prayers goes out to the Guereca family. You dont'know me but your son and husband is and was my hero may God bless you and your family.
Mary Marek
December 14, 2004
Thank you, soldier for your ultimate sacrifice. My condolences and deepest thanks to your family. Semper Fi & God Bless America. I hope your children grow to realize the gift you have given to your country. May God bless and keep them always.
Diane Grizzoffi
December 14, 2004
I am so sorry for the loss of this brave young man. My prayers are with his family at this time and with the unborn son he never got to know.
Francis Alba
December 14, 2004
To the Guereca and Mora family:
I wanted to say that I'm really sorry for your loss. Joe was a hero to us all and he will always be honored. I pray that both families gain strength through these trying times, and I would like for them to know that the Alba family will always be here for you all. For anything you all need don't hesitate to call. I know I was not able to meet Joe personally, but from talking to Janet I could tell that he was a good husband, father and brother-in-law. Even though Alex is still in Iraq, I want you all to know that his prayers are with you all as well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
r torres
December 14, 2004
Joe, I did not know you personally but to lose someone from my home town is sad. Thank-Joe for protecting us and helping us keep our freedom, know it's time for you to protect us from all the evil in this world. You are part of Gods Army know. God chose you because he saw how strong you are at battle and he needs to use you know to protect us from the devil. Thank-you Jesus. God Bless Joe God Bless his Family who truly will miss him and God Bless America.....
Theresa Stent
December 14, 2004
Thanks to your son, he is a hero for sacrificing his life to save our freedom. I am very sorry for your loss.
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