Christopher A. Sanders Obituary

Sept. 2022
Marine Coro Basic Training graduation
Pfc. Christopher A. Sanders II (his dad would be so proud).

Just letting you know you are not forgotten.

Happy 38th Heavenly birthday, my son. How we all still miss you! We all went to dinner last night to celebrate with you in Heaven. Your children continue to thrive and I am sure you must be so proud of them as you look over them. Until I hold you again...........Momma

Happy heavenly birthday Christopher Alan Sanders. I sure miss you. You would have been 38 today. I will forever be grateful that God brought you into my life. You were an amazing friend and I was so blessed to have you in my life. I thank God everyday for all the wonderful memories I have of you. RIP always my friend. I hope you have an amazing heavenly birthday. Love and miss you always!!

It's been a really hard year. So much has happened in this year and I can't help but think of you and others in my life I have lost. I was just talking about you to a friend of mine. This year, I have felt loss so much. I feel your loss and others in my life, and I was saying how I felt guilty writing on here when I think of you for the reminder it gives to others who knew you better, loved you more and had the right to grieve you more than I ever did or will. My friend said, when people remind her of her brother, she is reminded that his memory continues and is cherished. That people still care gives her strength. I hope that my memories help give that strength to your loved ones as well. I wish them warmth and love and faith in their hearts.
I will always think of you as the only boy I ever danced with. The only person who saw me in a world that was cruel. The first person who made me believe in myself. As this new year continues without you, I will continue to cherish your memory. You will always be a boy to me, and I will always be a lost girl who needed a friend. In that memory, you sowed the seed for the person I became today. Thank you for your kind heart. It has never left me.

Another Christmas has passed without you. Another build up up to the day my life was forever changed. I work to find peace that Papa Rod is with you. I miss him so much also. I wish you were here for your children. Alec could really use you during his teenage years. Jacquelyn is so beautiful and has found a good dad in Beto. I wish she remembered you more. Pray for me son during these time of distress with the world changing so much since you went home to Jesus. Momma

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 week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Christopher A. Sanders 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

Chris I cant believe it's been 12 years since I lost one of my best friends. I'm so grateful of the amazing memories I have with you. Drivers ed class, our date night and my sweet 16. I'm so glad you came into my life. You are my hero and I know you watch over me. I miss you so very much but I know you would be proud of me and the life I have made for myself. I wish I could have seen you again and that we could of met each other's families. But i know you watch over me. Miss you always and forever my best friend. Prayers for your family because I know no matter how long it's been it feels like yesterday. RIP Chris. Until we meet again

My son. My blue-eyed boy. This was an especially tough Memorial Day. I cried more than I have in a long time. I grieve the most that your children missed out on all the love you had for them growing up. Your son will start his 3rd year at NMMI soon and your little girl starts as a freshman at NMMI. Hard to believe. Seems like yesterday you were there. I often wonder how different they would be with your guidance and love.
Until I hold you again .. watch over Papa.
Momma

Thank you Chris. Today is a day in your honor. We will not forget.

Dearest Christopher,

Another year goes by and Papa and I continue to reminisce about the wonderful memories you have given us--so much pride and so much joy. The tears still flow, however,and our hearts still ache. We shall always miss you, Christopher.
Although Papa and I were not here for Memorial Day, your Dad and Mom made sure our new flag was flying. Today, when I bought a new light to shine on the flag at night, the salesman at Home Depot gave me a discount in your honor.
Tomorrow, Alec and Jacque are coming over to help me with some things around the house--just as you used to do! What a beautiful gift you left us--they are great kids. Also,their presence will help to cheer up Papa.
All our love,
Papa and Nana xo

Another year passes and Memorial Day continues to reveal to our family that people remember you. Every day, I miss you. Every day, I think of you. Every day, I ache to hold you. Every day, I picture you smiling at me and smirking at me trying not to laugh. We continue on but we are not the same. Your void is felt in so many ways. You are my hero and I am so very proud to be your momma. I love you son.

Dear Christopher,
Every time this day comes around I am honored to have known you, blessed to have the life that I have because of you and men like you that gave theirs for mine. Words can't express enough how much it means to live in a world that you have helped prepare. Before the war on Iraq I was always a mindset of anti-war but then something happened when you left that made me realize just what it means to be part of America. I read the stories that people shared about your passion for fighting for what is right, and I knew deep down that your sacrifice was one that I would always be eternally grateful for. May your family be proud of you on this and every day. Thank you for the sacrifice you made so that I and my son and all Americans may live the lives that you fought for with our freedoms that you help us keep. God bless your family, and may they feel your presence shine on them as you watch over them.

Dearest Christopher,
This year on April 30,your 30th birthday, Papa and I reminisced, as we so often do, about the special joy and pride that our first grandchild brought to our lives. Although, it is 30 years ago that God gave us the wonderful gift of you, I remember that day so well. Our first grandchild, and what an amazing grandchild you turned out to be !!
I feel you are a very special 'presence' in your Papa's life as he fights his battle with cancer. I believe that the courage you showed and the risks you took, inspire him to face the risks that are there as he participates in the experimental clinical trials.
Alec and Jacque, and now beautiful little Devlyn Rose, help so much to fill the huge void in our lives that happened when you were taken from us. last month, a few days before your birthday, we were so honored to be there when your Alma Mater held a very dignified ceremony for the presentation of a Gold Star Flag to your family, in memory of your sacrifice. Being there with family and friends in the beautiful NMMI Chapel was a very emotional time for us.
Christopher, you continue to be a special part of our lives. Please 'keep an eye on us' from above! Always in our hearts,
Papa and Nana

Margaret Rodriguez
Roswell,NM

Son, You are on my mind so much lately. Tears still fill my eyes as I think of the last Christmas you spent with us. Why did I not hold you tighter and longer? Another Veterans Day came and went and, as always, I am blessed to see all the people who continue to reach out and send memories and comments related to you. Do they realize what a gift those memories are? Alec reminds me so much of you these days. He has such a thoughtful heart and he always makes me feel loved like you did. Sweet Jacquelyn is growing so fast! She keeps us laughing with her "Jacque logic" and antics. I know you are watching over them; as you are Dara. She really is such a wonderful mother and is raising the children as I know you would want. Thank you for choosing such a wonderful lady for our family. Until I hold you again............Momma.

Dearest Christopher,
It is awhile since I have added my thoughts to this commemorative guest book. However, you are in my thoughts so much, and in my heart all the time. Today, Memorial Day, your presence is felt so very strongly, and the tears flow. Every time we get good news re Papa's health, I say that you are at work!
I am sure you were so proud of Jacque as she made her First Holy Communion on Mothers' Day.Your beautiful little daughter also did a wonderful reading during Mass.
Just last week a woman ran up to me to tell me that her grandson attends All Saints School, and that whenever she sees Alec, she is struck by how much he looks like you! Your nephew, Kolbe, also, reminds us a lot of you, tall and handsome, studies politics and loves the military!
Christopher, you are still with us in so many ways.
Nana xo

I grew up down the street from Dara, and I can recall the Sanders family sitting near the front pews at St. Peter's church when I was just a child myself. Please know that your son is never forgotten and we remind our children about the sacrifices like your son have made to keep our country the land of the free. He is a true american hero.

Christopher,
The years fly by, and your children grow even more precious each year. We were all together for the Memorial Day Service at South Park on Monday. A good-sized gathering of people there, and a very dignified ceremony with speeches, songs, the Patriot Riders, Honor Guard, etc. all honoring your, and the sacrifice of all fallen heroes.
As I looked at Alec holding your Dad's hand, I thought back to you being there with me when you were that young.
America is finally waking up to realizing what the ultimate sacrifice of so many, really means to this country's freedoms. So many courageous heroes, and you are our very special one!
Nana xo

Remembering you today. Miss you so much and cannot wait to hold you again. Momma

Dearest Christopher,
Today, your Mom and I began your 28th birthday celebration with Mass at the little chapel at St.John Church, and then dinner at Red Lobster where Michael was our waiter! We shared memories which brought both tears and laughter. Your Mom was so happy with the beautiful flowers and message your Dad sent from Alamogordo in honor of your birthday. Your Mom received many beautiful messages temembering you, today. Last night Papa and I watched Alec play baseball (he was so proud of the homerun that he made last Saturday!),and then I went up to the Softball Complex to watch Jacque. We are so blessed to have your children here--our very precious great-grandchildren. Papa and I talk about you a lot Christopher, and you are always in our heart. Whenever I 'sub' at Valley View School, I have a vivid image of a very adorable five year old boy, with amazing blue eyes, hurrying down the hallway to give his Nana a hug!
Thank you for so many cherished memories.
Nana

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher A. Sanders:
It has truly been my honor to sign Christopher'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 Christopher will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

5 years yesterday that our lives changed forever. A day does not go by that I do not think of you and wish I could hug you again or see your smile. I am in awe and gratitude by the continued support and love of those that continue to honor you and your brothers in combat. Two people shared accounts on Facebook yesterday that were so hard to read but so appreciated. Knowing some details of your last day on this earth is bittersweet. 5 years without you! I did not believe I could survive a day without my son. Until I see you again.

Another Christmas without my blue-eyed boy. I miss you and still torture myself with picturing you walk in the door at anytime. You always loved to surprise people just so you could see the joy we had to see you again. 5 years! How did we survive without you?? Please watch over Papa Rod; I cant be without you both yet. Give him the strength he needs as he fights his cancer.............you sure have enought to share.

Thinking about you babydoll everyday, ecspecially with looking in the eyes of our beautiful kids. Your son looks and acts just like you, that I have to stand back in awe. Missing you lots and love you way too much. Wifey

Dearest Christopher,
You were in my thoughts even more than usual yesterday! As Papa and I stood at the Memorial Day service at the cemetery, I kept thinking of the times that you and I were together at similar services. Even as a little boy, you always had such respect for the military. Later, in the evening, Alec and I helped in taking down the flags that had been set out at all the military graves. He reminded me so much of you as he ran from grave to grave collecting the flags. He is so proud of his Daddy! In the morning when Papa and I were visiting your grave, others came by to pay their respects to you. You are our special, beloved hero!
Nana

to my friend sanders on this memorial day thank you for your sacrifice and to your family thank you will never forget

sgt ramirez arturo
[email protected]
alpha co 1-24 infantry punishers

Dear Christopher,
I know you were 'present' today at Alec's First Holy Communion. What a beautiful Mass at Assumption Church, and all of us there to celebrate this important event with Alec and the other 8 First Communicants. I am sure you liked Fr. Joe's questions, and I know that you were so proud when your son answered the most questions! I kept remembering your First Holy Communion at St. Peter Church, and your Mom's in Lincoln, Nebraska. I was happy and sad at the same time---the years go by too quickly for me. Tomorrow, on your birthday, we are celebrating with you at the 8:15 am Mass, which is to be offered in your honor at St Peter Church. Afterwards, we will have breakfast together. Christopher, as you know, it is already April 30th in NZ and in other 'Down Under' places, so we can say that Alec received his First Holy Communion on his Daddy's 27th birthday!!
I miss you so much, Christopher, and Papa and I treasure, so much, all the memories you gave us.
Nana

Sgt. Sanders: Your service to We The People is soo Christ-like; to have given your ALL so that the rest of us never would have to. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. The blessiing that you and yours have offered us will never be wasted by this Man.

.....what you gave, so that others would have.....God bless you.

I can't imagine what it will be like having birthdays in Heaven. Your family is amazing and I know you are very proud of them. You are in the presence of so many heroes right now, so many glorious sights to see. What a day that will be when we all get together again. I can't imagine being in the presence of Jesus. I know you are watching over your children and sweet family and anticipating the moments until they get to see what you are seeing. That's going to be one BIG BBQ :) Thank you Christopher for your sacrifice. You are alive in spirit forever.

hola haha i dont really kno u cuz i was to little to remember u but i hope u remember me :) love u lots an missing u like crazy i wish i culd show u off and tell ppl what a great couzin i have an that he'll always be my hero!!!!

Thank you and all the families that have had to bear the ultimate sacrifice for our FREEDOM!! God bless you and your son in heaven.

Chris I think of you often. Miss you always and will forever be blessed to have had you in my life. Love you always dear friend <3

Hey Son, This week has been hell for me. My grief is as raw as it was the day you left. Alec and Jacquelyn are doing well but continue to speak of you often. Dara keeps you alive in their lives even as she moves forward. She is such a wonderful mother and daughter in law to me. Her presence in my life is such a blessing. She takes care of me as you did and that is really appreciated. Alec discussed with me yesterday what he thought you are doing while he reaches milestones in his life. We decided that during his First Holy Communion Sunday you would have a barbecue and invite all your friends over to watch him. He asked me yesterday if he was having problem hitting the baseball was because he doesn't have a daddy? I wanted to cry but instead took him to visit your memorial garden at El Capitan Elementary School. He loved seeing how much his hand has grown since 2008. Jacquelyn is everything you thought she would be. So beautiful and keeps us laughing with her little perspectives on life. You must be so proud of your children. Please send me some of your strength this week as I remember the day you blessed my life with your birth. I have told you before and I will tell you again......you saved my life, son. Holding you showed me how much God loved me to give me such a precious baby. Hugs, Momma.

Chris,
A lot has happened in the last few years, since I signed this last. I got 3 messages from you today, 2 from God, and one from you, so I knew its time. I can't believe I forgot your birthday this year.... I'm sorry. I know I've been down, and if you were here you'd kick my butt. Why didn't we keep in touch after all those years? I'm still proud of who you became. Thank you for the reminder that your still there watching over us. I miss you friend. Keep watching over your family, I know they miss and need you, ~Mel

rip mate
christopher sanders x royal welsh fusiliers

January 9th, 2008, is a day that, for me, is frozen in time. I remember that day so vividly, and its heartbreaking ending. Every year the memory of those feelings of shock, fear, sadness, anger, and absolute devastation come back to me. Remembering the day you were, so violently, taken from us, is the worst day of my life. However, as the time goes by, most of those feelings have changed to feelings of overwhelming pride as we learn more and more about your heroism. Christopher, your totally unselfish dedication, and the sacrifices you made for the freedom of the world, will never be forgotten.
We all love and miss you so much, and think of you all the time.
Nana

Another anniversary survived without my blue eyed boy. This year was awfully hard for some reason. I could not stop thinking about "the day" we heard you had gone to heaven. I spoke with Michelle Ayres via messaging and we are about in the same boat. Missing our boys and counting the days off until we hold you all again. We continue to get compliments on your gravestone that your Dara so lovingly designed. I spent a few hours cleaning the water marks off of it on the 9th. I let it go too long this time. I miss you son...........that will never stop. Momma

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher A. Sanders:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."

As I survive another holiday without my beloved son.....I realize that my heart still aches with an intensity that never stops. The war in Iraq has been declared "over" and I hope you and your brothers are happy with the outcome. I hope we are not leaving too soon. I remind myself of how much you believed in what you all were accomplishing in Iraq. I cannot believe I have almost made in 4 years without you.......I think I must still have some denial that you are still coming home to us one day. There is no other way I could get up in the morning. Your children refer to their daddy as "Hero" and I know that would make you happy. You are my hero and have no idea where you got your courage and strength. I am honored to call you my son. Momma

Son,
You are on my mind all the time and I hope you can hear me as I talk to you thoughout the day. "Your" shirts came in yesterday that we will all be wearing at the Bataan Memorial Death March the end of this month. Momma has been trying to get ready to I do not embarass you! This will be the third year I push myself and take on this challenge in you honor. I hope you walk with me this year. I know that was something you always wanted to do. Walk/run the Bataan. I will need you to help me finish. Many thoughts and tears without you. Momma

Dearest Christopher,
In a couple of hours, I will be at a special gathering here in Roswell, where four Roswell women ( your Nana included) are being honored for Women's History Month. Your beloved Papa, and all your family, including your beautiful children will be there. In my heart I shall be honoring you and thanking you for the joy and inspiration you gave me. Your spunk and zest for life still inspires your old Nana to keep on 'keeping on'.

Dearest Christopher,
Papa and I visited your grave together on Sunday, the third anniversary of that day in Iraq when your heroic actions took you straight to Heaven. We usually go alone to spend time there remembering you and the joy and pride you brought into our lives. It was a very tough day for us as we miss you so very much. Your Alec and Jacqui help us, however, with the love, joy and pride they bring us. While they were here for Christmas and New Year, your Aunty Wonnie, Uncle Norman, and cousins Julie and Stevie, visited your grave, and took photos of the beautiful memorial plaque to you at the Lions Hondo Baseball Complex, and then at the War on Terror Monument in front of the Court House. I told them how you and I stood in the hot sun there at the ceremony honoring the Vietnam Veterans back in 2003. From the time you were a little boy, you always accompanied me to any event honoring our wartime veterans. Now, we honor you.
With much love and pride,
Nana.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher A. Sanders:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Dearest Kelly, Maria, and family- I was thinking of you today when I was searching the web and came across this site. I was shocked and saddened to learn of Christophers passing. My heart is breaking for you. I pray that God will continue to give you strength and comfort every day and that time has helped to heal some of your pain. Though the years have slipped by, we often speak of ya'll and still consider you some of the best friends we ever had. We are so very sorry. Love you, miss you, and will keep you in my prayers. JImmy and Sharon Cross
[email protected]

I didn't get the pleasure of knowing Christopher, but just the fact of what he did for others is enough to know that he was a VERY special person. My Christopher has a very special name because of him. We love you Marie and we are praying and thinking about you.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Christopher A. Sanders:
Remembering Christopher 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

Chris,
Hey i just found out today. I will miss you so much. I send my condolensces to your wife, kids and family. I will never forget you. Thank you for taking me on that date and coming to my sweet sixteen birthday party. You are a great person. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend. I will miss you so much. I know you gave your life doing what you loved. I am proud of all you did.
LOVE your best friend always Charitie

Dearest Christopher,
Your Aunty Alicia, Uncle Nick, kids and I have been talking about you a lot lately---especially last weekend when we spent an unforgettable time at the American Military Cemetery in
Luxembourg where hundreds gathered to honor American heroes. We helped clean the white marble crosses at which the Scouts placed a red rose and American and Luxembourg flags. We all wore our Christopher T-shirts---many people commented on them---including a Rough Rider who was born in Artesia! We had our photo taken at General Patton's grave as we knew how much you admired him. I kept thinking about the paper you wrote on him while at NMMI. The ceremony was impressive, great speeches, music, an Air Force Missing Man Fly Over, a 21 Gun Salute and TAPS. The people of Luxembourg have great respect and gratitude for the American Military. We felt so proud of you when the speakers praised our soldiers for the sacrifices made in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Kolbe had the honor, along with other scouts,to carry in procession one of the beautiful big wreaths. The day was very emotional for me. I kept thinking back to the Memorial Day services that you attended with me in Roswell. At a very young age you had great respect and admiration for the work of the military.
Christopher,thank you for all the pride and joy you brought into our lives.
We love you tooooo much!
Nana

Chris,
Thought about you a lot this weekend past. It's the second Memorial Day since you left and I still remember the kid you used to be. Sometimes I feel lost. Did you know I got married? I'm sure you were watching. Wish we had a chance to meet after all these years, to introduce our loved ones to each other. I still remember your family and know they will be the ones to read this along with you, so hopefully that is enough. I am so proud of everything you accomplished in life. God bless your family and help them with their greif. Always know that I never forgot about you, and never will. Thank you for helping me be the person I am today. Love you and your family

My Blue Eyed Boy,
Today another Memorial Day passes and we remember you. Our grief is still so intense and so is our pride to be your parents. Dad and I went out to your gravesite today and Papa had already been there. Dad and I had a rough time staying too long but we put on our "brave faces" for our son; who was braver than both of us combined. Fox News had a story on you and your buddies today. Jon Dozier's dad was shown with the statue he had dedicated to his son. It was so nice to see you, and the men with you on the day you left us, being honored on Memorial Day. Living each day until I hold you again. Momma

Dearest Christopher,
Here in Germany with the Congers we talk about you a lot. On your 24th birthday, we all went to Mass and then prayed the Rosary in your honor. Alicia has made a beautiful album about your life and the heroic sacrifice you made for us all. I noticed in the Vilseck Memorial brochure that your and Robert's photos are next to each other. I know that you are happy about that. I have been thinking about the visit I enjoyed with you, Dara, Alec and little Jacqui in Vilseck, exactly two years ago, and all the great steaks you barbecued! How happy we all were!!
We all miss you so much, and our hearts ache for you.
Your Nana xxxooo

Your Mom taught your son to call your cousin Andrea "Ugly" just like you did - it made her so happy. We love you and miss you.

This has been such a long last two weeks............I have been grieving you with such intensity and pain. How is a mother suppose to get up everyday and know she has to face another day without her child? Your children are a gift to us all. I watched your family play in the park today and pictured you standing there at the swings with Dara pushing your babies. That is the way it should be. That is the way I thought it would be. Until I hold you again, my son, I will try to hold my chin up and try to live bravely as you did. I love you.

Dearest Christopher,
Every day we think of you and grieve our loss. In your honor we carry on with our lives, inspired by your selfless example. I am so happy to drive Alec to pre-school each day at All Saints School, and we talk about you a lot. 'Papa Rod' looks forward to taking care of little Jacqui when your beautiful Dara is at her College classes. Christopher, I think of you with such love and pride although my heart aches. I find comfort in talking about you---thank you for leaving us so many wonderful memories.
Nana

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss

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 Christopher, 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


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Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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dear brother is been a year, and more sad that I just found out a couple of weeks of your death checking on stryker news I served with this hero with the duece four and will always remember you and the big sacrifice you made for me and my family. I honor you everyday and think of you. may you rest in peace and to your family god bless you.

sinc. sgt arturo ramirez
Aco 1-24 punishers for life

Christopher,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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

To the family of Sgt. Christopher A. Sanders:
Christopher 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

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My Son,
I can't believe that days continue to go by without you. I think about you all the time and miss you more all the time. Laughter is coming at memories of you but they are still followed by tears. Your children continue to give me hope waking up in the morning. Alec speaks more of you all the time and misses you so much. NMMI had Silver Taps for you last week. It was very emotional and powerful. Alec was very happy to be at "daddy's old school" but continued to look for you. He still thinks he is going to see you. He takes your picture off the wall in his room and sleeps with it. Jacquelyn is as beautiful as you said she would be and very "Miss Attitude" which I know makes you smile!! (Acts like your sister!) I love you so much and can't believe I am getting up each day without you in this world.

Just read Christopher's guest book. What a shock. Christopher, we knew your Grandpa Rod and Grandma Margaret when they lived in Lincoln, NE. They were wonderful neighbors. We are thinking about you in heaven all your wonderful family.

Dearest Christopher,
When I worked at the Fair last night at the Republican booth with your Mom, I kept thinking of all the times that you and I rode the Ferris Wheel when you were a little boy. I shall never forget these words you said to me when the wheel stopped and we were right at the top, 'Nana, just you and me on top of the world'.
What lovely memories you left us.

My sincerest condolences to the Sanders family. Thank you for your son, we are safe and free because of his service to our country.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Sanders!

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Sanders and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Dearest Christopher,
Yesterday was Fathers' Day, and we thought about you so much and looked at photos of you as a little boy. Where did those years go? What a wonderful father you were to your little son and daughter! We all know how much you adored them( and their beautiful mother). Christopher, as Alec and Jacqui grow up we will be sharing lots of stories with them about your very full and unselfish life. Your life is a wonderful example for them and for your many nephews and nieces. Do you know that when Julia went for parent-teacher conferences before Christmas, she discovered essays written by Paul and Alistair about their hero---Christopher Sanders! She wishes she had known earlier and sent them to you.
Well, Christopher, we miss you tooo much and love you tooo much!
Nana xxxooo

Chris was a great person. I went to NMMI with him. I saw him at Camp Stryker the day before he was killed. I attended the memorial service and it was very emotional. There were hundreds of people there. I have an article that was written in the Stars and Stripes Newspaper in Iraq that I would like to give to his wife or parents if someone can get me some contact information. God bless.

Chris, Just wanted to let you and you'r family know, you were thought of this weekend, Thank you for making sure our backyards are safe.. You are a shining star always, luv Nicole Vargas
Roswells Adopt A Soldier...
God bless you margaret, Dana and kids

Our dearest Christopher,
We have been thinking about you a lot this weekend. Yesterday, we watched with pride as your beautiful Dara spoke so lovingly and with such pride about your service to this country and the world. This was done on a large outdoor screen during the Flag Football Tournament held at Cielo Grande Park in Roswell.
Tonight, Julia's little ones were trying to comfort Nana when I broke down and had a good cry. We all miss you so much, Christopher.
I know you are happy that your Mom and Dad are in Hawaii now with Michael, TJ, and the Canadian and Aussie family. Tonight, I looked at a photo of you and Beth in Hawaii in 1989! What great memories we have.
Christopher, we are all so proud of you !! Love you tooo much!
Nana

Mr & Mrs Sanders & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this Memorial Day. My son, Cpl. Earley was with Chris on Jan 9th. Your Chris will never be forgotton!!

My thoughts and prayers are with in in the loss of your Loved one. I am so thankful for all of the Young men who Protect all of us here at home. God Bless them all. I was watching a News Program last night when they mentioned Christopher's name and showed his Picture. He looks so much like a young Man I once knew in Stockton, Ca. His name is Art Sanders. I don't know if they are related or not. I just want to say that your family is in my Prayers and God bless and Comfort you all. I Pray this war will be Won Soon. Anna (Killough) Pacheco, Atwater, Ca

Hey Chris! I forgot you we're younger than me! Haha, guess that explains a lot. :)
Keep smiling down on all of us.
Make sure you invite me to one of your B-day parties someday, I'm sure it will be a blast. Until then my friend.

Dear Christopher,
We celebrated your 23rd birthday yesterday---of course you already know that! We believe your celebration in Heaven was the best ever, but we sure wish you were still here with us. We all miss you with our heart and soul. However, you gave us so many wonderful memories to share with each other. We love to reminisce about you and all your adventures. You never wasted a minute of your day, always doing and learning. Sometimes we could not keep up with your boundless energy and inquisitive mind. Yesterday, your Mom kept talking about the day you were born.What pride and joy you brought us all.Thank you , Christopher for the happiness you brought to this world. You will always be our hero.
Love you tooooo much!
Nana