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SINGH, Gurpreet
Camp Pendleton Marine Cpl.
Gurpreet Singh, 21, of Antelope, CA, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2011 from wounds received while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan in service of Operation Enduring Freedom. Cpl. Singh was assigned to 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. Cpl.
Gurpreet Singh was born on September 28, 1989 in India. His family came to the United States in 2000, when he was 11.
His sister said he always wanted to be a soldier because he wanted to help people. Cpl. Singh, a Sikh-American enlisted on November 5, 2007 and he served two combat deployments. His service awards include the Purple Heart, Combat Action Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal and Afghanistan Campaign Medal. A fellow Marine, Cpl. Fort said Singh was someone everyone could get along with. Whether it be another patrol in hostile territory, or just a morning greeting, Gurpreet would always have a positive attitude. Gov. Jerry Brown issued a statement last Friday morning, extending his deepest condolences to Cpl. Singh's family and friends. In memorial, Brown ordered the flags over the State Capitol to be flown at half-staff last Friday. Marine Cpl.
Gurpreet Singh is survived by his parents, Nirmal Singh and Satnam Kaur; his sister Manpreet Kaur; his grandmother Nasib Kaur; grandfather Ajit Singh; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends who will deeply miss him.
There will be a visitation on Friday, July 1, 11am-10pm. Funeral services will be Saturday, July 2, at 11am. All services will be held at Mount Vernon Memorial Park and Mortuary, 8201 Greenback Ln., Fair Oaks, CA 95628.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gurpreet SINGH
Your Cousin
June 2, 2013
To the good life and the love you shared, I hope that you can at least smile looking down. I don't know where these scattered memories have left us, but you are still greatly missed today. I don't know what the future holds in store but I guess knowing that you are with us makes me feel at ease. Rest in Peace and stay happy.
Peggy Childers
June 22, 2012
To the family of Cpl. Gurpreet Singh:
Gurpreet 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."
November 20, 2011
It's funny how life is telling me to move on and to think about the future. Suddenly, I am suppose to think about where to go and begin to carve my life's pathway. It's ironic how you come into my mind, because you gave up your life so I can dream about planning mine. I remember I was writing the week I found out that you were no longer with us. Now that it's time to revise my essay it suddenly was about you. I guess I just wanted to say that you still live with us and you will walk with us through the journey lying ahead. I am afraid of my future but my fear fades away when I realize that you'll be with me. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten and it lies heavy in my heart. I know you are here with us all and that you are guiding our family. It's just that some days your memories bring tears in these eyes. I miss you and I just want to thank you for saving all our lives...
Thank You
November 11, 2011
It's been what seems like so long since I last spoke to you. Remembering the days when we all would laugh about useless little things and simply live in the small moments of our life. I live with so many regrets about my family and the choices I have made. I want you to know how much I love and care about you. You taught me how precious life is and that I should use it selflessly by helping others. You taught me that anger is poison and grudges are only a weakness of the mind. I can't dwell on little things any more after knowing someone like you. I wish I could have seen you one last time to show you how proud I am to have witnessed the short but remarkable mark you made on our lives. I can never forget you and there will always be a empty space in my mind where your thoughts dwell. I need to learn how to cope with despair in a better way because all that I've witnessed in my life has left memories that torture me. One day I will think of you and smile. I can't believe you're gone Gopi. We were truely not worthy of having you so God took you away. The time we did have was precious. God loved you too much and took you back but one day we all will be reunited. You were an amazing human being. You had the biggest heart. You are a hero and your legacy will live forever.
Waheguru keep his soul at peace
Your loving cousin
Renee Owens
July 16, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. May God grant you peace and strength. Semper Fi CPL Singh.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006 OIF
July 14, 2011
All I can say I really hope you are in better place now. You changed so many people lives. You always put other people before yourself. At the end you gave your life to save others. I just wish 'God' would given you more time on earth. You had so much love to give. It is hard to imagine life without you. You are a real hero and a amazing brother. You will always be our thoughts, like I always wrote to you. I can sit and cry and cry some more but I know my tears won't bring you back; though I wish it did. But I know you want us to be strong and laugh about all the wonderful memories. But it all seems hard but like I always told you before YOU ARE AN AMAZING PERSON. There is no one I even known as kind as you. You came and seems peaceful and happy in my dreams. I wish you are. I hope God have done you justice. I don't know If I ever will meet as kind of person as you. But I'm so glad of 21 years and 8 months I spent with you. I love so much I can't write enough to show my love. You always and forever will me in my heart. You are my hero. Love you brother.
Kewal Singh
July 13, 2011
We are apart of Gurpreet Singh's family,
We have personally seen Gurpreet grow into the Marine he became. Words fall short in front of Gurpreet. He just can not be captured through mere words, letters or phrases but we can try. Gurpreet had a clear mindset; he knew that he would leave his mark upon this earth and he achieved that. Tears threaten to flow and the heart shatters; whenever his name is brought up. Life is not easy as it is, and sometimes we spend our whole lives searching for a true reason to live.This boy was only twenty one, and managed to find a reason. Gurpreet Singh wasn't merely looking for sucess in life. This boy was trying to acheive something more on the grounds of Afghanistan; he had this perspective that he could save the world and in some way he did. He gave courage to his fellow men, lead them into a black maze and he loved us all unconditionaly. Hate did not exist in this boy's soul and there is no other like Gurpreet. And it is these views that makes this boy a true man. We can not explain what Gurpreet meant to us because he just is too special. His memories can not be written out nor fully understood through words. His memories are imprinted in our minds and every single day those memories are playing throughout the hours of the day. His mother, father, grandmother, and sister are lucky to be so close to Gurpreet. To have been able to listen to his laughter, to witness his smile, to just simpy touch this angel. We can not change the past, nor predict what the future holds in store. We can only live in this moment; right now. And at this moment we know he is watching us; and all we wish is that his spirit flows to god with peace.
With all due respect,
Kewal & Manmohanjit Singh
Harminder Kaur
Jessica & Kamu
O'Brien Ziemba's
July 7, 2011
Family of Fellow Marine Cpl Gurpreet Singh,
No words can express our sorrow for the loss of your son & Marine. We send our deepest condolences to you and your family. May the Lord hold you in the comfort of his arms and give you and yours strength and solace. During this difficult time please know that we are a family, a family of proud Moms, Dads and friends. Our Marines are men and women that hold a special place in Gods grace. As you lay your son to rest know that he is a true American hero and will never be forgotten…. Today and days to follow many heartfelt prayers go out to you and your loved ones. Your son’s bravery will be etched in our hearts. Know that the memories you hold will keep him ever so near to you and your family. Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets Gurpreet…
Our deepest sympathy’s,
USMC-Iraq Vet. Rory P. O’Brien & Ziemba Family
Proud member Marine Moms Online,
An Internet support group for the loved ones of United States Marines
J. A.
July 6, 2011
I had the unfortunate opportunity to meet CPL GURPREET SINGH while transporting his body out of Afghanistan. While our aircraft was shut down and quite, there was an incredible ceremony while bringing him onto the plane. It was so honoring and peaceful to have him back on US sovereign territory to bring him back to his country and family. My thoughts are with you, your family, and friends.
- J.A.
MacDaniel
July 6, 2011
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. I truly feel your loss and pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Gurpreet 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
joann Reda
July 5, 2011
The American War Mothers, Maryland's Star Spangled Chapter, offer our deepest condolences on the loss of your precious hero.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
jasleen kaur
July 5, 2011
he was my brother..my friend..we spent the most beautiful part of our childhood together and all those memories are now just comming back to me again and again...i'm proud of him and i miss him a lot...may his soul rest in peace
Mohinder, Joginder
July 3, 2011
Eighter Cpl.Gurpreet is my relitive,but we can not forget.He was a very brave soldier.He always want to do something diffrent from other.Very rare people do this which he had done in the age of 21.We always with his family Brave Dad Nirmal,Mom Satnam ,Sister Manpreet and His respected brave Grandmother Shmt.Nasib Kaur .
From:-
Mohinder,Joginder,Prabhjot ,Gurpreet ,Pinder and simran
Jan Gold
July 3, 2011
I am friends with Gurpreet's sister, Manpreet. I love her like she is my daughter. My husband and I had the honor of attending the candlelight vigil and funeral on Friday night. We found the service to be extremely moving and even educational. We learned that the Sikh community is loving, compassionate and truly patriotic about their new American freedoms. We learned a whole new perspective on his culture. That all said, we appreciate the tragedy of this loss, and give our heartfelt sympathies for the family with all our love.
rajbir sidhu
July 3, 2011
This is not goodbye, we will meet again Kid brother. I know you are guarding heaven's gates right now. Enjoy god's company and wait for us
Yours rajbir didi
Bina,Mina Kandola
July 2, 2011
Our heart goes out to the family of Gurpreet Singh. Bless his soul.
JOHNNY,LAYLA KANDOLA
July 2, 2011
We did not know Gurpreet singh but my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.God bless his soul.
Barbara Ballas
July 2, 2011
It was an honor to be at the service last night. He is a hero in all of our hearts, never to be forgotten. He was a very brave soul and gave his life for the country he loved respected and honored. Your family was so kind to thank us for coming and talking to us after. I have so much respect for your culture. I stand beside you in mourning the loss. Why do the good die young?
Love,
Barbara B
Rose Shuder
July 2, 2011
Dear Nirmal, Satnam, and Manpreet:
Our thoughts are with you during this very sad time. We are the parents and sister of a Marine killed in Iraq in 2004, Lcpl Brad Shuder; so we know what you are experiencing. There are no words to ease this great loss. Our son (born in Korea and adopted by us) felt the same way as did Gurpreet---that he wanted to be of service to this new country of his. Once again, our deepest sympathy.
Glenn,Rose, and Chelsey Shuder
parents and sister of Lcpl Brad Shuder KIA 4/12/2004
Harpreet Sheller
July 1, 2011
I wish I could have the words to ease your pain. He was a wonderful man. I thank you for being my sisters best friend I feel I knew you through her she had nothing but wonderful things to say about you.
Harleen Bura
July 1, 2011
i did not know you Gurpreet but i am soo sorry but two people i know you! :(
sorry!
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 1, 2011
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Cpl . Gurpreet Singh our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Gurpreet. And to Gurpreet it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country while opposing enemy forces in Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Gurpreet, you are a brave Marine Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,307 Legionnaire Veterans of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Gurpreet’s family and loved ones. Semper Fi !
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
July 1, 2011
I miss you Gurpreet and i will never ever forget you. You always will be a close friend of mine and i appreciate everything you did.Your the best
Love you and miss you.
July 1, 2011
I did not know Gurpreet Singh. Thank you for service our country and fighting for our freedom. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May all the many memories of you help heal their heart.
Sinny & Sunny Mann
June 30, 2011
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
L Greene
June 30, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May GURPREET SINGH rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is.My thoughts and prayers are with GURPREET and your family. GOD bless~
Sarita Dogra
June 30, 2011
Dear Family,
As an Indian I must say how proud I am of your son. As an American born here I thank him for serving our county. As a true Punjabi he served his land and as a true Punjabi family you sacrificed your son for your country. God bless his soul. Special places in heaven for such heros. I promise you
Thankful American
June 30, 2011
I did not know Gurpreet Singh or his family but want to send condolences to has family and to thank Gurpreet for his sacrifice and service to our country. May his family find comfort during this difficult time and cherish their memories of him.
Ima Jean Smith
June 30, 2011
Our son served in Iraq as well,but we are so blessed he came back to us safe. We pray for the family of this young man and thank him for the sacrifice he made for all of us!
Dan Linebarger
June 30, 2011
I'm thankful for Cpl. Singh's service to our great country, and pray God's comfort for his family, friends, and fellow soldiers.
Jessica Goode
June 30, 2011
I didn't know Gurpreet but I would like to thank him for his service and I send out my prayers and condolences to his family during this time of need. Without stand-up men like Gurpreet, we wouldn't be the country we are today. Thank you.
Trish Stutfield
June 30, 2011
Gurpreet was a young man that I was proud to have been able to meet. I am heartbroken at your loss, and I will always remember his smile. You can be so proud of him, his courage, and his involvement in the freedom of our country. He was, and is, a true hero.
Donna Fairchild
June 30, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Gurpreet Singh's family. I didn't know him, but I thank him for his service to our country. May he rest in peace.
Jo Ann
June 30, 2011
Thank you for your service to our country. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Harjit Gosal
June 30, 2011
THANK YOU Gurpreet for being such a Hero...May Waheguru comfort your family during this very sad loss. My prayers are with the family. I don't know you or your family but I know you are a very nice young man to sacrifice your life for your country. And I know BABAJI has a very nice place for you.... Rest in Peace !!
Dixie Ferguson
June 30, 2011
Dear Gurpreet, I read with sadness the impressive story of your young life, someone I would have been honored to know. As a fellow American, I thank you for your courage and sacrifice, a true hero. In your family's deep grief, they can be very proud of you.
Harjit Gosal
June 30, 2011
Thanks Gurpreet for being one of our Hero's . May you rest in Peace and may Waheguru guide and comfort your whole family in this hard time. Sorry for the loss . My prayers are with you all. I don't know you or your family but you are a very good person to serve the country and sacrifice your life for us.... I know Baba Ji has a very nice place for you!!! .
Lauren Garcia
June 30, 2011
G! Oh there is so much I could say! I miss you to much ! You are my hero! Theres not one second im not thinking about you! Love & miss you!
Anna
June 30, 2011
Thank you, Gurpreet, for your service and the sacrifice of your family. God bless his family during this sad time. I didn't know him, but he sounds like a fine young man, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Kay Wilson
June 29, 2011
May your sweet memories of the past help to sustain you in the future.
Proud Marine Mom GySgt. Jules - EOD
June 29, 2011
Dear Singh family,
Our family grieves the loss of Gurpreet. He will not be forgotten. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The K. Collins of Colo. Sgs., CO
Troops-debt
D J Sims
June 28, 2011
To the Family of Cpl. Gurpreet Singh
I wish I had the right words to say at this time, but I know there are none. I grieve for the loss of your beloved son and I know that I cannot fathom the pain you must be feeling. Your son will not be forgotten and what he did to help protect our homeland and our freedoms. It was his life that made him a Hero. It was his noble path that made him an American Hero. It was his ultimate sacrifice that made him a Fallen Hero. May God carry him to Heaven on His precious wings and give him a palace to live in. I pray that our Heavenly Father above will grace you with His love, His comfort and His peace. Heaven's Gates now has a new handsome Marine standing guard. Amen.
PFC. Dhaliwal USMC
June 28, 2011
I wish that there was something I could say that would ease your pain. I can only let you know the pain I feel in my heart for you. I am sorry that I never got a chance to personally know Gurpreet but he will always be in my heart and in my prayers. I will also keep you and your family in my heart and in my prayers. RIP Cpl. Singh
Cyd Deathe
June 28, 2011
Your Hero and your family
have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Our family is forever grateful
for the service and job
that has been done in order to
keep us safe in our homeland.
May God wrap His loving arms around you all
and hold you close throughout
this very difficult time.
You are all in our thoughts & prayers
PMM of wounded warrior Veteran Adam, USMC
Tampa Area Marine Parents Association
June 28, 2011
At such a time,
There isn’t much that anyone can say,
But many thoughts & prayers go out to you
in sympathy today.
He served and died as a true hero and will
never be forgotten.
“He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today
that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace
my Brothers, you have not been forgotten. (W. Shakespeare)
“The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding, go out to meet it.” - Thucydides
The greatest tragedy is being forgotten.
K. Singh
June 28, 2011
Rest in peace Sardar Gurpreet Singh. May Waheguru bring you lots of peace and happiness in his glorious heaven with all the other brave shaheeds. Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh.
Marc Bayze
June 27, 2011
Rest in peace brother..may God bless your family and ease their pain.
Lynne Neibert
June 27, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
L Greene
June 26, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.May CPL. GURPREET SINGH rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is. My thoughts and prayers are with GURPREET and your family. GOD bless~
varinder thandi1010
June 26, 2011
i am sorry on the behalf of of Gurpreet Singh he was a good friend and will be deeply miss and i give my condolenses
to him and his family . he was a great soilder and i will miss him alot
R.I.P Gurpreet singh
Sylvia Kronenwetter
June 25, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy
for the loss of your loved one and
Hero Gurpreet, and my sincerest
gratitude for his service.
God Bless you Cpl. Gurpreet Singh...
you will not be forgotten.
Roger & Evelyn Snyder
June 25, 2011
May God be with your family as you try to make sense of the loss of Cpl Gurpreet. As a parent that has lost a son, we understand the pain you are feeling.
We thank Gurpreet for serving so that we may be free in the United States of America.
Love,
Rose Connolly
June 25, 2011
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how truly sorry that I am for your loss. Cpl. Gurpreet Singh shall never be forgotten.
My deepest sympathy to the friends and family.
Debbie Nagy
June 25, 2011
I wish that there was something I could say that would ease your pain. I can only let you know the pain I feel in my heart for you. I am sorry that I never got a chance to personally know Gurpreet but he will always be in my heart and in my prayers. I will also keep you and your family in my heart and in my prayers. Thank you for raising such a fine young man, a wonderful Marine and a true HERO.
Memorial Flag box
Don Robinson
June 25, 2011
I would like to donate a memorial flag box (see picture)to Gurpreet's family. You can contact me Don Robinson at 916-773-2348 or by email [email protected]. Feel free to contact me at a later date.
June 25, 2011
O Supreme light, lead us from untruth to truth, from darkness to light and from death to immortality.
A Marine Family
June 25, 2011
The Planisek family is so sorry your Blue Star has turned to Gold May you find Peace and comfort as you honor the memory of your precious Loved One Cpl. Gurpreet Singh A True American Hero
We Are
Thinking of you
Praying for you
&
Sharing in your sorrow
Bea Marine Mom
Larissa Sister of a Marine
Cpl Aguila U.S.M.C.
Don Elseroad
June 25, 2011
In recognition of Corporal Gurpreet Singh's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115, Salisbury, MD as well as the members of the Tri-Cities Detachment # 969, Gray, TN of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115 & # 969
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