Pfc. Douglas E. Kashmer
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Charlie Gili
November 17, 2023
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We have recently sent Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Douglas E. Kashmer US Army Private 1st Class.
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, our family, friends and many 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
Robert Bardin
July 22, 2015
Happy belated birthday man, i still miss you every day but i know you are holding it down in Heaven. i wish i could talk to you one last time.... i will talk to you soon
Matthew Vaughn
June 8, 2014
Can't believe it's been 9 years.. I know your watching down on your family and your other family from 70th Trans! Rest in peace brother!
drew thornburg
January 8, 2014
Doug, thoughts are with your family another year I hope they can think of you and smile. You were a good person. good soldier. and honored to serve with you...wish your family and friends a peaceful holidays and good upcoming year. sincerley, thornburg
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Toni Kashmer
December 30, 2013
Thinking about u Dougie. To this day u live through our daughter and I know from heaven u are looking down like that my daughter raising hell in my place. She reminds me a lot of u. I constantly remind her of what a good Man U are. We visit u as much as we can. We make sure we lay roses on your grave. We miss you. We love u!
Drew Thornburg
December 30, 2012
Pfc kashmer my thoughts of you and your infectious positivity and morale make,me smile and my prayers are with you and your family these holidays you will never be forgotten ...Thornburg
Drew Thornburg
December 30, 2012
Pfc kashmer my thoughts of you and your infectious positivity and morale make,me smile and my prayers are with you and your family these holidays you will never be forgotten ...Thornburg
Peggy Childers
June 12, 2012
June 8, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Douglas E. Kashmer:
Always remembering Douglas. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
June 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Douglas E. Kashmer:
Please accept my remembrance of Douglas on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Matthew Vaughn
June 8, 2011
Kashmer,
Wow. Can''t believe it has been this long since you took up night watch in the sky.. You are really missed back here. Just want you to know, not a day goes by, that I don't think about the scene on the road that night.. Don't know what to say, u are missed...
Roadwarriors
matt vaughn
Peggy Childers
June 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Douglas E. Kashmer:
Remembering Douglas 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
carol kashmer
May 18, 2010
hi doug this is mom i love you so much it hurts every day it seems like i was just in germany visting you i cry everyday but like kash tells me dont cry grandma daddy is are guardin angel looking over us i miss you and i love you so much you will never be forgotten and i pray that i will see you in heaven one day love mom forever
Melissa Kennedy/Shaffer
October 8, 2009
Hey Kashmer,
I remeber alot of things about you. I remember when we were deployed and all those crappy meals we had to eat in the defac together and I remeber all those late night card games me, you and Curry after we got off late from the motor pool.I remeber Kashmeria and makayla playing together at the battalion fun day back in Mannheim before we got deployed. You were a good friend to me. Most of all I remember when we were all picking out our leave days and we both wanted the first and second week of June and you let me have it because it was going to be makayla's 3rd birthday. Me an Sgt. Shaffer got married the day you died. June 8th of this year made 4 years for us. I have no doubt that if one thing that day was different we wouldn't have switched dates and you wouldn't have been in that truck. It's hard to live with that. I never got to say good bye so I'm saying it now. There's not a day that goes by that I don't remember you and you'll always be my friend.
LINDA MALONEY
July 18, 2009
DOUG!
I ONLY MET U A FEW TIMES. I'M CLOSE WITH UR WIDOW AND GET TO SEE UR DAUGHTER KASH WHEN THEY COME TO VISIT! SHE'S A BEAUTY AND GROWING UP SO FAST. TONI KEEPS U ON HER MIND AND IN HER HEART! I KNOW UR LOOKING DOWN FROM HEAVEN AND SEEING UR LIL ANGEL GROW AND GROW.
U R MISSED!
LINDA MALONEY
Kenna Larra
June 17, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,550 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Peggy Childers
June 8, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Douglas E. Kashmer:
Douglas 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
anthony miller
May 25, 2009
Its been almost 4 years brother and yet it feels like yesterday. I wasnt with you that day because I was hurt. But, I will never fail those around me again. I love you brother and I miss you.
August 1, 2008
To the family and friends of Pfc. Kashmer,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My name is Maggie Selzer, and I am directing ‘Run for the Fallen 5K run/walk’ in Boalsburg, PA (just outside of State College) on August 24th, 2008. The event, held on the PA military Museum grounds, aims to keep alive the memory of all fallen soldiers, but particularly those from PA. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations that support the families of fallen soldiers and supports wounded soldiers.
I encourage you to learn more about the event at www.freewebs.com/runforthefallen5k/
The event is meant to keep alive the memories of brave men and women like Pfc. Kashmer.
If you have any questions, or would like to send a memory of Pfc. Kashmer to be included with the flag memorial that will be set up at this event, please contact me at (814) 571-8755 or [email protected].
Drew Thornburg
July 7, 2008
U WERE SUCH A GOOD PERSON, WITH AN UPLIFTING ATTITUDE!
I REMEMBER U.
Jamie Flaherty
June 17, 2008
Doug ~ It's been three sad years without you here. It hasn't been the same. We know you are looking down and keeping us all safe. I think of you often. Your family is continuously in my thoughts and prayers. Miss you!
In Memory of Douglas ~ (Debra Estep)
June 8, 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 Douglas, 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
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
JERRY BORTZ JR
May 5, 2008
It's going on 3 years, Everyday your missed Brother and cannot get out of my head. I never had the words to say--But to know you died and your daughter is left without a DAD kills me,you ment alot more then you knew.
LOVE YOUR BROTHER
May 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Kashmer!
Robert Bardin
April 4, 2008
Doug and I would always be in competition with each other over who could do what on a PT test and we would always bet on stupid little stuff like "if i bet you on this pt test coming up you have to buy me an ice cream from BR" i have some sleepless nights of seeing him and seeing the whole situation and the way it went down that night and it scares me because i feel like i could have done something to help him if i saw it just that much sooner than what i did... i will always remember him
August 25, 2007
This was one of my favorite photos of Doug
Chey J.
August 25, 2007
To the Kashmer family I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you Cash, and Carol.
August 14, 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)
July 19, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Kashmer and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Sergio Daza
June 8, 2007
I knew Douglas as SPC Kashmer. I was his Battalion Chaplain and I do remember his contagious smile and his friendliness. Doug had a kind and posive attitude that to me set him apart from his buddies and made him an excellent soldier. We all grieved for him at his memorial ceremony in Kuwait. My comfort is my belief that he is in the very presence of Our Lord and Savior.
Chaplain Daza
Garnet Jenkins
June 8, 2007
The price Pfc. Douglas E. Kashmer and his loved ones have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten. Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of your Brave Young Soldier.
There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Douglas, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers his Sacrifice.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
~ Revelations 21:4 ~
The thoughts and prayers of a Grateful Country continue to be with you today and every day.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 4, 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 DAUGHTER. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 12, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Kashmer family in the loss of Douglas. I did not know Douglas, ( I lived in the Bangor/Easton area 52 years) but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Douglas it has been a year since you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
crystal miller
August 6, 2005
omg, i am just now able to actually believe that this has happened! i miss doug so much; he was my best friend and best uncle..we were supposed to go clubbing when he got home. i love him and miss him soo much!
Jamie Flaherty
June 27, 2005
Doug - You are greatly missed by all your family and friends. When I received the news, I refused to believe it and didn't want to realize that God had taken you into Heaven. Words cannot express how much you will be missed. You always knew how to make others laugh and known as being the jokester. You were a great friend to many and a good father. I'll never forget the times we shared! You truly are a hero and will never be forgotten. We miss and love you!!!
Linda "Brown" Maloney
June 25, 2005
Doug, and beloved family and Toni and Cash. I am so sorry....I was out of town in Alaska with my son Psc William M. Rigby and just found out about your death. I am very close to Toni and love her very much and she is in my thoughts and prayers and as well your beautiful daughter I love so much. I only met you a few times but I want to thank you for putting your life on the line and giving it for us. You will always be remembered and never forgotten...you will live through your daughter and through our memories. Walk in heaven with your head help up high! You made your freinds family and country proud you will never be forgotten! God bless u Toni and Cash.
sherry homchosky
June 24, 2005
doug, you are one special person that i really liked an enjoyed being around an all the times you have came to my house for my daughter an made me laugh when i felt down you would cheer me up an you are one of a kind and that will never change.you have did a wonderful job fighting for our country.it was well done good job. i know that your watching down on everyone you loved the main one is your little angel, she's beautiful she looks just like you.one day doug i will get to see you again and we can rejoice together like we have done on earth but only this time it will be in a better place than earth.well by the way thanks for making me laugh!!!!!love ya thanks again!!!!
Shelly Wisnyai
June 24, 2005
Doug-Wow, I never ever thought I'd be writing to you in this situation. We had some great times! Beth and I were just talking about the night we graduated and how schnookered you got us LOL I know we lost contact over the last 5 years but you were always in my thoughts. I guess you always take for granted that someone is always gonna be there and that you have all the time in the world to see them. I guess this proves a good lesson. I miss you. When I heard you were gone it hit me like a ton of bricks. All I could think was If only I had taken the time to call. I'm not sad for you, Doug, you are in a better place...happy. I'm sad for me, for our friends, your family. You always knew how to make us laugh, make us feel better...always had the right thing to say. I'll never get used to you being gone. Until we meet again you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will watch over us and keep us safe. You truely are a hero. YES I CAN JUST IMAGINE YOU BLUSHING RIGHT NOW! Anyway We love you, Doug. :O) I'll never forget the awsome times we had together and you know there were plenty LOL XOXOXOXOX Beth sends her love as well.
mary homchosky
June 23, 2005
i cant believe this is real that your gone but one day doug i will see you in heaven when my heavenly father calls me, then we'll meet again.thanks for what you have done , it was well done. all i can think about is the good times that we had together,but just like i said one day we will rejoice again. i just remember the times we had in school. all the times you made me an my mom laugh.well doug we all love an miss you....i couldn't ask for anyone else to cheer me up like you have...hugs an kisses.
Jamie Tatta
June 23, 2005
Doug I have known you for a long time. You were a wonderful person. I will miss you soooo much. I know you are in heaven looking over everyone you loved. We are all greatful for what you have done for our country.
Holly Landfried
June 21, 2005
Doug.....you were truely a great friend who always had a smile on your face and easily would light up a room. We will all miss you so much and know that we will always have you in our hearts.
Rebecca Rogan
June 17, 2005
Doug was like a brother to me not just a cousin.
We grew up together we had fun times and bad times.
I know now that you are with my dad.
We will miss you.
You are a hero.
Love your cousin becky.
SFC Tim Mabrey
June 16, 2005
I did not know PFC Kashmer but was still affected by his loss. I was one of the soldiers that helped to put him on the plane on his journey home last week. I was deeply saddened by the experience because I knew that he had loved ones at home who were in deep pain because of his loss. My thoughts have been with the family since that day. I pray that God will grant you all peace and understanding. I am sorry for the loss of one you love so much and hope time will help to dull the hurt you feel.
judy keeley
June 15, 2005
DOUG I miss you and love you so much and so proud of you for what all you have done Ijust wish you didnt have to leave us so soon were not ready to say goodbye but we have your memories and your pictures with your nice smile that could light a room up and cheer everybody up .we know your in heaven and your safe and at peace.your a wonderful nephew and i will never forget you Love Aunt Judy
mike and amanda montgomery
June 15, 2005
ill miss you and you'll always be in my heart and ill will always remember you . we love you
A W
June 15, 2005
Doug I can not say I was your best freind. We did talk from time to time as we went on with our journey's. The web of life is wide and you had an effect on many lives. In one way or another.
I know you are in a better place, Watching down on all you love.
I just wanted to say thank you for the short time we walked together on our journey's. I know you know what I mean.
The web will continue as you watch from above. I just hope all those you love will feel peace in thier hearts. Letting the pain ease even if just a bit. Finding comfort In knowing you are in Heaven sending them your love. Laughter in their minds hearts and souls as they continue to learn and grow. When they are on their hands and knees Asking "Why", you are standing right by their side.
A Hero you are and For Always.
A kiss from Heaven is the wind.The Sun is a Hug. Know that it is sent to you with Love from Doug.......
ARW.....6-15-05
Kelly and Andre Anderson
June 15, 2005
Our deepest condolences to the Kashmer Family. Doug was an outstanding soldier and an asset to both our company and the U.S. Army as a whole. He has left a void in the Roadwarrior Family that can never be filled. You are all forever a part of the Roadwarrior Family. If there is anything we can do for you, please feel free to contact us. Much love to Kash, the most beautiful reminder of Doug himself.
God Bless. And we miss you, Doug. Thanks for being a part of the Roadwarrior Family. Please look after our soldiers still deployed.
Love,
SSG Andre and Kelly Anderson
70th Trans Company
Toni Kashmer
June 15, 2005
Doug,
It's you wife and I miss you so much. I keep hoping that this is all a dream and I'll wake up. But its not. I never pictured my life without you. I look back on all the the memories that we had,the way you made me laugh and smile. I will always remember siting beside you and hold your hand, just being so close to you. I miss seeing your smile and those beautiful blue eyes of yours. I think you are a wonderful father to our daughter. I promise to take the best care of her. She loves you so much. I feel so lost without you here. I know your in heaven and I know your me and kash's Guarding Angle.
WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU WITH ALL OUR HEARTS,
Love Your Wife and Daughter,
Toni and Kashmaria
Ray Biro
June 15, 2005
Doug I don't know you that good but you are married to Toni and you were good to her and Kash. we all miss you alot Love Ray Biro
Randy Scott
June 15, 2005
Doug you were a good friend i will always miss you, you will always be in my heart. you were a good man, and a good father. we will all miss you alot love Randy Scott and Donna Swogger
Elizabeth Anderson
June 14, 2005
Doug it was only a short time ago when I came into the family, but the time that I got to spend with you was a wonderful experiance. Doug you always made people laugh when they were down. Doug you gave a huge sacrafice for your family and friends. Doug you are a real man our hero. Doug everyone in this world could never thank you enough for the sacrafice that you gave.Doug you are always in my prayers. We will meet again when god finds that he needs me more there than he needs me here. Doug thank you for keeping it real and keeping us safe. You are loved and missed very much. With great love and thanks to our Hero. Love and prayers, Liz
melissa liptak
June 14, 2005
Doug i never thought i'd have to do this so soon but i have to release some pain words won't cut it how i feel couldn't be expressed by simple words, we've been close from day one you've always been there for me throughout thick & thin doug i want you to know i love u always& forever life won't be the same without you all i can do is deal with lifes roughest parts, you was da man! still are. i'm very proud of you & i couldn't be as brave as you & do what you've done for us & our country i'll forever miss you & i promise you'll never be forgotten, i keep believeing it's all a bad nightmare i wish someone would wake me up but this is it till we meet again i'll keep my head up high & be sure to do the things i need to do to enter the gates of heaven just so i can see you & our other loved ones we've lost in the past, i love you man! you'r the familys hero time will remain but the time with u when you was here with us will never be forgotten, i love & miss u dearly
ASHLEY KEELEY
June 13, 2005
I WILL MISS YOU AND ALWAYS HAVE YOU IN MY HEART. YOU WAS ALWAYS THERE WHEN SOMEONE NEEDED TO BE CHEERED UP AND REMEMBER I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU, YOU WAS AN AWSOME COUSIN AND A FRIEND.IM SO PROUD OF YOU!! I WILL THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY AND REMEMBER WHAT YOU DID FOR OUR COUNTRY!!!
Michael Liptak
June 13, 2005
Doug you will never bee forgettiwe all miss u alot .... u were the joker of the family...
u always new how to cherr pepole up when they were sad
kim liptak
June 13, 2005
we miss you and love you doug you are the best cuzent that any one could ask for you where always there to make people laug and smile now i cant be leave that you are gone love kimmy and destiny
RICK STONER
June 13, 2005
WE WILL MISS YOU AND WE ARE PROUD OF YOU DOUG.YOU DID A GREAT JOB FIGHTING FOR OUR FREEDOM,WE ALL APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE BY YOU DOUG.I MISS YOU THROWING THE BALL WITH US,WE ALL MISS YOU UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.
DONNA Liptak
June 13, 2005
I Love you doug 4 ever and you will always be in my heart i miss you so much i am very proud to have you for a nephew and a hero bye for now my nephew doug till we meet again love you will miss u very much love aunt Donna
Amanda Keeley
June 13, 2005
Doug I want you to know you are the best cuz anyone could have you were more then a cuz you were also a friend I want you to know I will never forget you and I will always love you and I will let zack know his cuz was a hero he will never forget you we will miss you and you will always be in our hearts
gary keeley
June 13, 2005
doug hey it is your cuz and i just wanted to right a little bit to get some stuff off my chest.i just wanted to say that i love and miss u.and u are the familys hero.
nicole rearick
June 13, 2005
To the one that I shared a lifetimes of memories with.No matter what the distance between us I felt all you where feeling in your heart.The one that showed me what life was all about.The only person that could truly know how I was feeling just by looking into my eyes. I miss your jokes the way you laughed but most of all I miss
your arms around me holding me and telling me "SMILE ITS ALL GOING TO BE ALL RIGHT "
Love you forever and always til we met again in Heaven
XOXOXOXO
COLE
Susan Johnson
June 13, 2005
Thank you brave soldier for your selfless sacrifice for the freedom of others. I am deeply grateful and profoundly humbled by your courageous service to our great nation and others in need. May God bless your loved ones and bring them peace and comfort.
Gayle Bagnall
June 13, 2005
You will be missed and always in our hearts. We love you god bless you .
Margy Bons
June 12, 2005
Having just lost my son, Sgt. Michael Marzano, USMC on May 7th, I do understand your pain. I am sorry for your loss and I hope someday to recover from our loss giving you hope that you too, will recover. Never forget but be able to breathe again. Our boys are guarding heaven's streets now with the same pride they had serving their country. With God's Grace and Blessings, I want you to know that you are not alone. Again, I am sorry for your loss.
Margy Bons,
A Proud USMC mom of Sgt. Michael Marzano who gave the ultimate sacrifice May 7th, 2005 in Haditha Iraq.
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