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for Victor Cortes
Sunday Mong
May 7, 2021
Hey Vic,
So much I would like to talk to you about. Didn’t get to visit on your birthday due to vehicle issues but I’ll be there soon.
A few times my bf at the time came with me to visit. My youngest son has been coming with me though & he helps me clean up for you. My mom & I went together also. One time Cody & were cleaning up, almost done, when I heard a familiar voice. Your mom was so surprised to see who was helping out. Same as your stepdad. We hugged of course. They were really surprised to find out who was helping. I just told your mom, hey family. Always & forever
You’d be upset with the world right now. It’s just a mess. Send me a message huh? Actually reading & finding out more about your military life has spoken to me.
We miss you & we love you. So proud to have been your friend. You’ve touched a lot of lives. No other like you.
Sunday
Heather "baby gurl"
May 30, 2016
11 years yesterday and I feel like it happens all over again every year.. As time passes I don't feel like anyone understands how I feel & the only one that ever would is you.. This day becomes more unbearable every year that passes.. Idk how I'm going to make it through another year like this.. Til I see you again
Sunday
May 28, 2016
Thinking about you so much lately. Maybe because we turned 40, idk. Regret losing contact with you. This one is gonna be short. I remember all the fun we had. I miss you terribly.
All my kids know about you. You didn't get to meet one because I was pregnant when you passed. He wants to be a soldier Vic. I can't discourage him but I'm scared. He's 10, time will tell.
Until the next time; I miss you & I love you.
Babygurl
April 10, 2016
I feel you watching over me in this past year...it has been rough for me and I constantly remember the things you tried to engrain in my head..It just gets harder and harder, I know your birthday and anniversary is a month a way...but as the days grow closer it seems to never get easier any year...When will this pain leave my heart and soul? I know everyone says don't live in the past..but it's so hard when someone was your future...and then your future is shattered in a million pieces and NEVER gets put back together.. You'd be proud to know all the volunteering for Veterans like you and me I have started doing, the degree you encouraged me to pursue and I'm finally about to have, and so much more.. Hope you're looking down proud.
mimi weaver
March 25, 2016
Victor your gone but never forgotten everyday you are in my heart and prayers. Mimi
Your Iowa Girl
March 24, 2016
Well hello Victor! It's been awhile since I posted but I do think of you often! My daddy passed last year so I really hope y'all found eachother up there! I still pray for ur family and my thoughts are always with you! Xo
Melody Ward
May 5, 2015
Hello my great sublime song. I love ya forever...I hope you know youyou know that I always remember you when I hear it. my brother died on 51 of this year and I miss you both and I hope you guys meet in heaven. Oh ya, there is a heaven 4 a G cause I know you are both crowns of glory!
Melody Steel
May 5, 2015
Sublime always reminds me of our own time together...my brother died 5-1-15
☆☆☆☆☆ I hope you meet him in heaven...he is the best!
Shawn Baumbaugh
May 4, 2015
Hey Baby Brother,
Happy Birthday!!
Had a big show this weekend and at the break just sat and remembered how you liked to stand next to me when I played the drums.you never had the interest to play but you would stand there the whole time watching like you were waiting for me to need your help....
So funny back then... But it sure is nice having that little memory of your smiling face.
I know you must think I'm kind of detached when it comes to all of this, I have my moments..
But not a day goes by when I find myself talking to you, waiting... To see if you need some help....
I love you and miss you,
Keith
May 3, 2015
Well little bro, I had a couple beers for you on your birthday yesterday and today we are headed to the lake on Camp Blanding. I remember us acting a fool and jumping off the peer there like it was just last week. I'm sure you'll be with us today. Love you. Miss you. Now let's go to the lake. And remember you, alcohol and water sports don't mix. Lol
Heather
May 2, 2015
Well these past few weeks have been tough for me..I know ur birthday is coming up & Idk what it is, but I can barely remember my own birthday & my body & mind always reminds me of ur birthday & this horrible month..I got a tattoo a few years back for u & it says time doesn't heal all wounds..more & more as days and years pass I realize the tattoo is more true than I could've ever imagined..you'd be happy to know that I'm about to finally be a teacher & "walked right through every open door"..guess I'm starting to ramble but I just wanted to pay my respects & say ull always b remembered <3
Kristina Ferkinhoff
November 10, 2014
I met Victor in basic training (1995). I thought of him often over the years and even tried looking him up a few times with no success. One day he popped into my mind again, and I thought surely now in this age of social media I would be able to track him down, and then I came across this page. With it being Veteran's day, he is in my thoughts again. Our paths crossed briefly and when we were quite young, but he was such a special guy, I could never forget him. Being a soldier and leader came so naturally to him. He was better at it than any of us and was certainly the most athletic of us all. We had 3 drill sergeants, and one was a female. I remember a day when she called Victor in front of the entire platoon and made him lift up his shirt to show everyone his washboard abs. He was smiling, but you could see he was red-faced and embarrassed which we all got a good laugh out of.
Victor was so popular and well-liked. His smile and enthusiasm was infectious. He had lots of buddies and always had a pack of guys around him, and of course, a good number of the girls were crazy about him as well.
We managed to exchange letters in the middle of the night through the fire guards while trying not to get busted by the drill sergeants...just like being back in 7th grade and passing notes in study hall! We celebrated together the night of graduation, and then had to go our separate ways. We wrote each other letters for a while, but regrettably lost touch as you bounced around from place to place.
Victor had every reason to be cocky, but instead he always had this wonderful sense of humility about him. Towards me he was a total gentleman and you could see how much he really cared about the people around him. He was just a sweet, really good person. And a good soldier.
So I was 18 when I met Victor and I am 37 years old now. I can't recite to you the names of most of the people I spent more than a decade in school with, but I could never forget Victor. I think of him often, and have told several people over the years about this great guy I met in boot camp. So I just wanted to let his family and friends know how much of an impression he left on me, and I am sure that I am only one of many people who feel that way. He will surely never be forgotten.
Keith Baumbaugh
July 16, 2014
Vic little bro,
This is my first writing to you. I guess it's taken me quite a while to start dealing with you being gone from here. There were still so many things we didn't get to do together as brothers in this life. It pains me to go home and see the areas where we grew up and made memories. I guess in my head it confirms that I'll never get those days back. Idk. I still have some work to do on my end. The family is getting bye and still putting the good foot forward. It's just not the same without you. Everyone misses you terribly. It is apparent that you touched many peoples lives in a positive way along your journeys here Maybe I can try to follow in your footsteps pertaining to that. Vic you will be in my thoughts daily as you always have and always will.
Love Keith
May 22, 2014
Your birthday has just passed and now the anniversary of your passing. You still cross my mind everyday. Things will never be the same without you. We miss you like crazy and love you dearly.
anonymous
March 23, 2014
Someone somewhere you never met is thinking about you today....and the loss your family deals with every day. Thanks for everything you did and everyone you protected. "All gave some...you gave all.". Thanks
Peggy Childers
May 29, 2013
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes:
It has truly been my honor to sign Victor'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 Victor will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Billy Caviness
April 7, 2013
Victor man I loved and will always love u as a brother. You were a great artist and I still have the drawing you drew for me. I have always thought about you and never forgot you and will always remember. Your best friend and Brother in arms
SSG Billy Don Caviness
Shawn BAUMBAUGH
February 13, 2013
Hey little brother, another year gone by... I miss you so much... Wish I had my baby brother back... Life certainly isn't fair... I just miss you ...
Heather
February 13, 2013
All I can say after reading so many other posts is... I'm not alone in missing u n will never forget u or our countless times n memories together<3
alexis Walters
February 12, 2013
I miss the time we spent together b4 u left for korea! We had a great 8 days and nights together that I will never forget. My parents wanted me to tell u how proud they are of u and that u will never be forgotten. I love and miss u more than anything! Continue to watch over me bc I can feel u whn ur around me! I love u!
Alexis Walters
February 12, 2013
I just wanted to tell you that I enjoyed spending time with u b4 u left for Korea. I can still hear your voice, the feel of your skin, the way u smelled after our showers together, and putting ur lotion on you. I was looking through all of our pictures together and its hard to look at ur face without feeling a huge empty hole in my heart. I will love u always! My parents wanted to tell u how proud they are of u and for me to never forget the memories we shared. I love u Vic and will always miss u til the day I get to see ur beautiful smile again! I love you! I will never forget you! xoxo
Friar Gabriel M. Cortes
July 3, 2012
Thank you, dear cousin, for contributing to what America really stands for. Right now our beautiful country is beginning to unravel morally, but it's men like you that hold it together.May God reward you with eternal peace. I salute you and pray for you to The Lord Jesus & Mary Immaculate.
May 29, 2012
Hey little brother, another year gone by... Still can't quite come up with the words to explain how much I miss you...
Maybe someday brudder...
Love u so much and miss you always....
Shawn...
Peggy Childers
May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes:
Always remembering Victor. "Some gave all."
~
October 1, 2011
Hello Vic,
I am so glad that i know you. Tears form just thinking about you. After reading what your brother Shawn has to say ..... my heart cannot bear it anymore.
After reading what everyone has said and keeping your memories alive especially your brother. I now know why i can't forget you either.
Memories of you will always be treasured.
Peggy Childers
May 29, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes:
Please accept my remembrance of Victor on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Shawn Baumbaugh
May 4, 2011
Heather if you read this please contact me... Would like to [email protected]
Shawn Baumbaugh
May 4, 2011
Hey little brother, just wanted to say happy birthday, miss you so much, but you know that..hope you did something fun...
I love you...
Shawn
Heather <3
May 3, 2011
Never Forgotten...
May 2, 2011
Never forgot! Happy Birthday! Missie Cortes
October 19, 2010
I cannot forget you! I guess I really don't want to.......14
Peggy Childers
May 31, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes:
Remembering Victor 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
Melody
May 30, 2010
Never Forgotten....not that smile!
armybeef68
May 29, 2010
All gave some...some gave all
SPC David Harrison Ford IV 16 Sep 2005
SGT Matthew L. Deckard 16 Sep 2005
1SGT Alan N. Gifford 16 Sep 2005
SSG Paul R. Marek WIA 16 Sep 2005
SGT Victor M. Cortes III 29 May 2005
SGT Jerry L. Bonifacio Jr 10 Oct 2005
CPT Michael J. Mackinnon 27 Oct 2005
SPC Jose A. Rubio Hernandez 24 Mar 2008
SSG Christopher M. Hake 24 Mar 2008
PVT George Delgado 24 Mar 2008
PFC Andrew J. Habsieger 24 Mar 2008
SGT Steve A. McCoy 10 Jun 2008 WIA 23 Mar 2008
PV2 Joshua C. Schichtl WIA 06 Jan 2008
SFC Aaron D. Cornelius WIA 15 Apr 2008
SGT Mario A. Ojeda Jr WIA 05 May 2008
3rd Infantry Division
4th Brigade
4-64 Armor Battalion
You will NEVER be forgotten....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0SAtlv7gtw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7-ys7UaRRQ
May 13, 2010
Me again as another year passes by.....I don't think my thoughts of you will ever stop as I grow older. You made such an impression on me, I guess. As my eyes sag, you will remain 29 years young in my mind's eye. I miss you always!
November 12, 2009
I never forget. I will never let a birthday pass, Veteran's Day or the day that you left this earth pass without thinking of you, wondering and remembering all that we shared.
To you sweet man, I miss you dearly.
Durrell Thompson
September 18, 2009
You will live on through us FOREVER!!. I didn;t know you personally Sgt. Cortes but you are indeed my brother. We are going to finish this war out and keep you in our memories until time no longer has a place.
Jeremiah Drennen
August 14, 2009
I just recently learned of his passing and my thoughts of sympathy go out to his family and loved ones. We were stationed together in Bamberg, Germany in the same maintenance section. He was always there to give an extra hand. Looking back, Cortes was on crutches in Germany for a couple of months. He still did the same job, climbing up and down on equipment in the shop never asking for help. We crossed paths again years later in Iraq. Still the same guy, upbeat, there to get the job done and asking questions to look out for those around him.
August 9, 2009
Baby Vic is always in my thoughts and know that my mom will be watching over him as they do to us! love always! Your Cuz - Michelle xoxo
August 5, 2009
hey little brother...just wanted to say hi...
i miss you so much...
everyone here is doing ok...
but somedays it's so difficult...
i know you are always here with us, but it just isn't the same.
i hope you know that there are days i may not say hi but my thoughts are always with you...
soon one day little brother i'll be there to take care of you
again...
i love you
shawn....
mimi weaver
June 2, 2009
To victors family there isn't a day that goes by that we do not think of victor and you his family. Your always in our prayers everyday. God bless you all and may your wonderful memories of victor always be at the top of your thoughts. We all miss him.
June 1, 2009
God rest your soul
Yesenia Ruiz
June 1, 2009
Hey, rotciv
As I used to call you, believe it or not i still have an album that I should have given you in Florida. I remember when that one night we spoke over the messenger where you laughed for like an hour or so. Sometimes I think if your are watching down on me taking care of me? Then I tell myself that you are. Because I'm always out of harms way. I miss you.
Always,
aniesey
Peggy Childers
May 29, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes:
Victor 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
Matthew Reno
August 4, 2008
Will always remember the times in Korea.
June 6, 2008
I miss you vic. We all still need you so much. I know ur resting in peace and we will meet again. I luv ya
In Memory of Victor ~ (Debra Estep)
May 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 Victor, 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
Visit this link to hear the song.
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
May 2, 2008
Thinking of you!
Scott Petrinec
April 17, 2008
Vic,
I may just have to sign this every year.(I wish I knew where you were laid to rest, 'cause I hate typing).
Still thinkin of ya...remembering the day Kevin P introduced you to the neighborhood. The camos you were wearing were a part of your heart through and through. I still remember how bad you missed us all when you moved to Girard...riding your bike ALL the way to Erie first thing in the morning...getting to my house before I was even awake, and ready to start an always exciting new day. We loved that about you. Kim was talking recently about when she braided yours and Keith C's hair (no offense..but you guys looked ridiculous, lol). There are SO many things that I want to reminisce about with you. The thing that sticks out in my mind most after reading your bro's entry, is the way you have always been SOOOO dedicated to your friends and family. Shawn... If you are reading this, Vic loves you so much as he does the rest of his family...he always spoke so highly of every one of you. Even if he was angry, he never had anything but good things to say about you(and that is the God-Honest truth)
Vic, please continue to love us all from above. We feel your presence, and appreciate you.
shawn baumbaugh
April 10, 2008
hello little brother, well after reading from all of the people who love you, it is no surprise my heart has never been the same. i miss you so much everyday, and i know we'll be together again soon, and i'll take care of you once again...i am always so proud of you, as you know, i may not have mentioned it to you very often, but i hope you know i love you so very much, and our time here on earth has left me with so many great memories... i love you little brother, always will...we'll talk again soon as you know we always do...
shawn p. baumbaugh
sly
August 26, 2007
Still thinkin of you, and praying for your family. We all know that you are gracing God with your presence, but we still grieve in knowing that we have to wait our turn before we can see you again. While you were on Earth, a few years didn't seem so long.......but knowing that I am not going to run into you somewhere until God brings me home makes it seem like forever. When I run into any of our old friends, I think of you, and it makes it hard to talk.
But, then I realize that while you are in heaven, you are still protecting us just like you did from earth, and THAT brings peace to my heart.
We love ya. We miss ya.
August 17, 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)
SGT Stephen Roach
July 13, 2007
I met Vic in Germany in 97 or 98. We became friends and drinking buddies. I PCS'ed to Carson in 99. One day I looked through a window into the hallway and there he was. Vic had also come down on orders to Carson and come to find me. I only got to spend another week hanging out with him before I PCS'ed again.
I was in Dallas at the USO waiting on a return flight to Iraq after my R&R. I ran into his old boss there. That is when I found out what had happend. I have been thinking about his death alot and started a search today hoping our friend just had heard a bad rumor. I guess he was right. I am very sad today. We didn't just lose a great soldier in 2005 we lost a great person and friend that day.
I can't come up with a great closing line so let me say this. Victor Cortes was one of the best people I ever met.
Anonymous
December 22, 2006
Still think of you and miss you dearly! Memories are sometimes all we have left but somehow I still feel you near me.
shirley g
November 30, 2006
thank-you!!!!
Janie C
November 29, 2006
Thank you, Hero, you will never be forgotten.
Holly Sheroan
November 13, 2006
Not a day goes by, that you are not in my thoughts and prayers. I see you everyday in our daughters beautiful face. What a joy she is to have. Like sunshine in our lives, leaving trails of happiness, just like her father...
God Love and Bless You
Carnita Wilson
October 18, 2006
Sorry for your lost.Thank you for the service you have provided our country. We honor you and all of those who have fallen
Thank-you
with all our
love
Carnita & The Hype Magazine Famly
Linda Trzybinski
October 18, 2006
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. It was a wonderful thing that he got to spend those four days with his daughter but such a tragic thing for her never to have known him. I'm sure her family will try very hard to make him a living entity to her. Your hero will not be forgotten!
May God bless you all and give you comfort in your grief.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
October 18, 2006
To the Cortes family. I previously signed Victor's guest book. You have
been in my thoughts and prayers. It has been over a year since you were
taken. I just wanted you to know that you are my hero and that you will Never be forgotten. From my heart I am so sorry that you didn't get the chance to see your daughter grown up.
October 18, 2006
To the Family of Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes:
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his family to honor him. 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 guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 as well and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten . You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
My e:mail is: [email protected]
Michael Iezzi
October 18, 2006
May God hold Victor in the palm of His hand.
My deepest sympathy to his family.
Henryk Zaleski USN-Ret
October 18, 2006
Rest in peace.
Garnet Jenkins
September 14, 2006
Remembering Staff Sgt. Victor M. Cortes, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Many Years of Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Victor Rest well in God's Loving Care and know that he will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and comfort, continue to be with the Cortes family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967 .
" What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose,
for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us"
~ Helen Keller ~
May the memories of your loved one live in your heart always.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 5, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. 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 LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Petrinec family
June 3, 2006
Been thinkin of you alot in the last couple months. I keep remebering so many of the funny and happy moments of us hangin out (even though most of them were hillarious) and some of the not-so-funny or happy. But, the happy ones out-weigh the other ones BY FAR. We still miss you, and always will. Please continue to watch over us all from heaven the same way you have from earth. We love you.
SSGT ROYER.....USAF
June 2, 2006
GODSPEED SGT.!!! You have not died in vane. May the Lord be your sheppard and watch over you for all eternity. We will continue to fight for what is right and NEVER forget those who have fallen. Thank you for your brave heart and service to our country.
Melody S.
May 30, 2006
I have not forgotton you.
Ginger Cortes
May 27, 2006
To Victor, almost a year has gone past since you left us and I wanted you to know that not a day goes by that I have not thought of you. When we were young, you always knew how to make me smile and I have always cherished those memories. I feel so blessed to have known you and I will never forget you.
To my family I love you all. I hold you in my prayers and in my heart always.
Stacy
March 1, 2006
Hey, cuz....Still missing you alot. been thinking about you alot, lately. I am going to see your baby girl soon... can't wait.
luv,
your cuz
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 9, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Doreen
December 28, 2005
My thoughts are with you as the holidays pass. I wish you all small simple memories and miracles every day.
love
Aunt Doreen
Corie Simz
December 28, 2005
It is nice to know that Victor is still in our thoughts & prayers. Lets never forget him, may his memory always live on. Happy Holidays to all of you. I am very proud of our military, you are all heros. God Bless you and yours. Be well and safe.
shawnee
December 26, 2005
You are truly an American hero. Thank you for serving your country and for your sacrifice.
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 17, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Cortes family in the loss of your dear son, brother, husband, dad, and hero Victor. I did not know Victor, ( I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 52 yrs.) but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a special/caring young man. 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.
I send each of you a hug from my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
June 26, 2005
Victor worked for me while I was stationed at Fort Knox. He was by far the most motivated Soldier I had. He was always willing to go the extra mile for his Soldiers and his superiors. He taught me a lot of what I should expect out of a great NCO. He was a true leader and patriot who's love for his country shined through every day in his endless enthusiam of being a Soldier. I was deeply saddened when I found out about his death. I have thought of him daily and my prayers and thoughts go out to him and his family, our country has lost a true hero with his loss.
Captain Randy Brooks and famil
Dennis Schatte
June 19, 2005
Victor worked for me while he was stationed at Ft Knox. I know other soldiers who have died here, but news of his death was shocking to me. It's been a week since I learned of his death, I'm still trying to sort out my thoughts. I think about him every day. I cannot imagine the grief you must feel. I am very sorry for your loss. Victor was one of the finest soldiers I've ever known. He always worked hard, stood proud, met every challenge, and demanded the same of his soldiers. Victor sought my advice often, although he never really needed it. I always wondered if he just wanted me to feel important. He made my job easy, and it was a pleasure writing his evaluation report. Although he was a single man, Victor was always at ease around my wife and kids. He gave my son a set of rims for his first car. Victor, you and your family are in our prayers, we'll always remember you. The Schatte Family
Ron Churley
June 17, 2005
My condolences go out to the entire Cortes family. You will all be in my prayers.
Yessy Ruiz
June 15, 2005
My deepest condolences goes to Vic's family and friends. He will be missed greatly. May he rest in peace he will be in my prayers.
Pam mahaffey
June 14, 2005
I just want to say I am so sorry for the pain that your family is going through. Many of us have had children over in Iraq and feel the pain you are now going through. Am saying a prayer. Pam
Michelle Cortes
June 10, 2005
To my family who I love dearly, I send all my love at this terrible time. I will keep Little Vic in my prayers but know he is surrounded in heaven by loved ones. I grew up knowing the little boy who taught his sister how to crawl out of the crib in the middle of the night:) Always an adventurer! Always loved!!!! Please take care of yourselves, at times like this, that is the last thing you think of. Please do not hesitate to contact me if there is anything I can do to make this time easier. xoxo
SSG Patrick and Nina (Goodwin) Fileger
June 9, 2005
To the family of Victor
He will be missed greatly. I have fond memories of growing up with Victor and Nicki. He was great man and will be remembered always. My husband joined the Army the same time as Victor. Victor was a great and brave soldier. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Carol Knight
June 9, 2005
May your memories bring your family joyous days. Thank You for having such a brave son!!!
Ross Yovanovitch
June 9, 2005
I am very sorry for your loss. I just met Victor before he last deploved to Iraq. I wish i had the opportunity to know him better. He was a Brave Soldier and a good person. He brough happiness to my daughter and always looked out for, and took care of her here, and in IRAQ. Somethign i will be forever greatfull for. My deepset sympathey and prayers go out to you and your family.
Leann Wager
June 8, 2005
My condolences to all of Victor's close friends and family. May his passing as a hero have comfort on your hearts and your memories of his life live on to remind his daughter of what a wonderful man he was in his time here.
heather yovanovitch
June 8, 2005
there are no words to explain the feeling i feel for losing victor and i know whatever i'm feeling is nothing compared to his family; i dont know if you know me but i was victors girlfriend n i was on leave n just returned to find this out... its hard being in iraq w/o ur son because everything i do reminds me of him because he was such a great person and always made sure that i was taken care of... i have some pictures, his second set of dog tags, and his saint christopher necklace that he told me to always wear because itd protect me, that he gave to me a while ago... and if you want any of it i completely understand and would be more than grateful to send it to u... plz email me to let me know if there's anything i can do; i loved your son with all my heart, and i pray for your family every second of every day to be strong and think of the good times; because thats all ive been able to do that keeps me going..thinking of his jokes and little things and all the memories we had.. i'm greatly sorry but i'm sure u know ur son was an outstanding person and a great soldier who cared about every person that looked in his direction.
marie weaver
June 7, 2005
I just found out today about Victor I am so very sorry for your loss, we will all miss him very much. I met victor just before he deployed and have been writing him back and forth. You are all in my prayers. And if there is anything I can do please let me know.
respectfully, marie weaver
Kevin Goodwin
June 7, 2005
My family would like to give thoughts and prayers to Victor's family.It was an honor growing up with him and Nicole. sorry for your loss.
Chad Dowell
June 7, 2005
Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you. I loved you so, 'twas heaven here with you.
Victor Manuel Cortes 05/02/76 - 05/29/05
Respectfully,
Rebecca Hornyak
June 6, 2005
From a loving friend and shared soccer enthusiast from highschool...
I wish nothing less than peace and comfort for the terrible loss each of you (family and friends) have encountered. I have never forgotten Victor and never will. Respectful, courteous, honest, sincere and supportive are just a few of several qualities I remember about Victor. He brought sensitivity, strength and positivity to the lives of many. I am PROUD of Victor, I HONOR his service for OUR security and am happy HE will live on and still be with his loved ones through his daughter and in spirit every day.
In my prayers, you all will be.
My deepest condolences.......
Becky
Jessica Emory
June 6, 2005
I knew Victor when we were just kids. We were in summer camp together and as kids, were good friends. I am so sorry and my prayers go out to your family.
Doreen Overly
June 6, 2005
The memories I have of you and Nikki growing up with my daughters are ones i would never trade. i remember how you were always with a smile and willing to help anyone in need. So i see why you went to see if you could help again. My love and sympathy to your family.
Love
Aunt Doreen
Jim & Terri Konkle
June 6, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
TJ & Cathy Ciambrone III
June 5, 2005
May God Bless you and keep you in his arms.
Cathy & TJ
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Petrinec
June 3, 2005
Our very deepest sympathy to Victor's family. We are as proud of him as if he were our own child. We have fond memories of him. May the Lord Bless all of you.
Scott Petrinec
June 3, 2005
Victor, over the years, you have been a great and trusting friend to many. I am glad that we made contact again when you came back to Erie, and it was good to see that your smile was still as contagious as it always was. The memories of the years that we spent hangin out will be with me forever. You will be sadly missed...but...the bravery, loyalty, and dedication that you carried so deap in your heart will be celebrated for years to come, and remembered forever.
RIP
Rich, Loretta & Charlene Jozefczyk
June 3, 2005
Dear Victor, You are a very brave soldier. We wish you could be here with us but you chose to leave our country to bring peace in the nation. I know that you will be watching over your family & friends. You are a true Hero!
MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN THE PALM OF HIS HANDS!
Keyona Hayes
June 3, 2005
Victor, "Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories." You will be missed by many.
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