Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez
Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez
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Robin Gandy
November 12, 2015
To the family of Robbie Martinez -- I had the most privileged opportunity to carry the portrait of this remarkable young man in the 2015 Dallas Veteran's Day parade. I wanted you to know that he was remembered and honored and saluted by many veterans and Americans as his face made its way through the streets of downtown Dallas. I hope this brings a smile to your face knowing that though your son is gone, his memory lives on and the sacrifice he paid is so graciously appreciated. May God bless you all.
Robin Gandy
243 VZCR 4412
Ben Wheeler, Texas 75754
Peggy Childers
December 1, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez:
Please accept my remembrance of Robert on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Servando Alcocer
April 12, 2011
Dear Kelly, I met you a long time ago thru your younger sister. I just wanted let you know that I think all of our troops mothers are special woman to have raised such brave men. So sorry for your loss. May God bless your family and comfort you.
Peggy Childers
December 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez:
Remembering Robert 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
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May 21, 2009
Robby,
We miss you. Granpa & Granma Cino
Kelly Hunt
December 10, 2008
Robby my Angel,
3 years now has passed us by and there is not a moment in the day i dont think of you.
i see your beautiful smiling face oh so clear. i can hear you still sitting on the couch laughing. I miss you baby so so much.
Angel i miss you and Love you.
Your always my baby boy!!
XOXO
MOM
In Memory of Robert ~ (Debra Estep)
December 2, 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 Robert, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
December 1, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez:
Robert 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
Gayle Naschansky
November 30, 2008
Kelly, Remembering our boys and thinking of you. Robbie will always be in my heart. He will never be forgotten.
Tens Cino
October 9, 2008
My dearest angel, a day does not go by without thinking of you. Oh how we miss you. Grand-ma Cino
Gayle Naschansky
May 25, 2008
Kelly, thinking of you and your family this Memorial Day weekend. Remembering Robbie and his fallen brothers. I will never forget. Semper Fi
Angie Davis
November 17, 2007
My Dearest Kelly, as Dec 1st, 2007, fast aproaches, I wanted you to know that today, as everyday, Robby still lives on in my thoughts and you are still in my prayers. I dont believe that there will ever be a day when we, Your friends and family, will ever forget the memorise we have of Robby. I love you.
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)
PAT WILLIS
May 12, 2007
ROBERT YOU SOUND LIKE A GREAT ROLL MODEL BACK IN YOUR DAY. TO BAD GOD NEEDED YOU IN HEAVEN WE NEED MORE YOUNG MEN LIKE YOU ON THIS EARTH. I WISH I WOULD OF MET YOU ON THIS EARTH. BLESS YOUR MOM FOR DOING A GREAT JOB WITH YOU. YOU'LL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS.
Robert Farmer
February 21, 2007
The Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez United States Post Office of Cleveland, Texas. Robbie what an Honor for your Name and for your Parents,Grandparents and extended Family. God Bless You, You Gave all for the Sake of FREEDOM.
Thomas Carr
January 22, 2007
I came to see Robbie's entry. I was his uncle by marriage and still in my heart.
Owen McNamara
December 30, 2006
Happy new year robbie you are still in our thoughts. 2/7 will never forget you
Robert Farmer
December 25, 2006
Merry Christmas Robbie
You are Missed at Christmas time and are Forever Remembered.
Please ask Father God to Aid Grandma Cino to heal her Broken Heart and to be Blessed at Christmas Time. She misses you so much Robbie as do your Friends and Family.
"Semper Fi" {Always Faithful}
Dear Soldier Rest in Eternal Peace
December 1, 2006
One year has gone by and it seems like it was yesterday. My family was proud to have known you. You will always be in our heart. We will always be proud of what you did for your country. We will always miss you.
Garnet Jenkins
December 1, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Lance Cpl. Robert A. Martinez, one year ago today.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May Robert rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Martinez family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart" Psalm 27:14
May the Peace of God and the memories of Robert,
remain in your heart always and give you comfort
and strength through the difficult days.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
November 16, 2006
Thinking of you and all the fallen warriors as we near this Thanksgiving week. I thought of you on our 231st Marine Corps Birthday and subsequent veterans day tribute to all that have served.
I am reminded daily of your families sacrifice and the price you have paid for the freedom and liberties of others.
I will continue to shed tears of pride as I show my daughters the photos of our fallen heros and explain that freedom is not free.
God bless you Robert and the fine men who died with you on that fateful day (12-01-05)
Semper Fi my brother.
Gone, but not forgotten
One Texan, One Nation One God
November 16, 2006
Dear Robbie
As we draw near a holiday for which we express how Thankful we are, I want to thank God for the 20 years he has shared you with all of us that knew and Loved You. You served as a U S Marine, and laid down our young life for Freedom's sake. Robbie Enjoy Heaven it is an Honor well deserved.
A Grateful Nation and I Thank You and are forever Thankful.
November 11, 2006
You are remembered and your sacrifice is not forgotten.
August 17, 2006
Time has gone by and yet you will never be forgotten. You are in my heart. If only I new time was so short. You are a handsome and brave Marine. My heart goes out to your mom she raised you well. I saw the looks she always gave you during your sports activities she was always proud.
Dale Myers
June 20, 2006
We will never forget, and you will never be forgotten. Freedom is not free, it has cost us the honor of having you with us and sharing this so precious freedom. God Bless the U.S.A.
All Gave Some. Some Gave All.
Dale Myers
Commander
Military Order of The Purple Heart Chapter 782
New Caney, TX
Free Citizen of Texas and of The United States
May 29, 2006
Memorial Day May 29,2006
Kelly, Our Collective Hearts as Grateful AMERICANS go out to you and your Family today and always. We are all so honored that your son gave the Gift of his Young Life for the sake of Our FREEDOM. God Be with You All and help heal your Broken HEARTS.
"God Bless Our Veterans on Earth as well as in Heaven"
"Lord Bless the Grandparents that have Lost their Cherished Grandson"
Grateful American
May 28, 2006
God Bless You Lcpl Robert A Martinez for all that you gave to Help the Iraqi People Move one step Closer to Freedom, Not just an AMERICAN Dream But a World Wide Reality. Remember a Veteran on Memorial Day, they have given us so Much.
bridget williams
May 19, 2006
Was thinking of you and wanted to say I love you
Bridget
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 13, 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. THERE JUST AREN'T ENOUGH WORDS HERE ON EARTH TO EASE YOUR SORROW I KNOW. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A MARINE MOM
May 5, 2006
YOU WILL NEVER BE GOTTEN, WE ONLY HAVE MEMORIES. I AM SORRY.
Kelly Hunt
May 3, 2006
Robby my Angel,
We miss you so much baby.That beautiful smile and the laughter you brought home. You made our family So so proud of you in all you have done in your short life.
I have so many years of the most wonderful memories we have shared and that is what keeps me going. You are our Hero and our Texas Angel
till we meet again in Heaven my Angel.
I love you sweet baby boy.
Mom
Brittannie Parker
March 24, 2006
Hey Kelly! you know i love you and you are like a 2nd mom to me! Robby was my big brother even tho there was no blood relation! i wish everyday that he could be right back here with all of us just laughin about stupid stuff just because thats how he is! he can make anything funny! everydtime i have ever been mad or aggrivated with him he always made me smile! i miss him more than anything in the world and i cant wait to see him again! well i love you so much and candice, mikey, and jeremy too! yall are my 2nd family! love always,
Brittannie Parker
Robert Farmer
March 11, 2006
Blessings to you Robbie on this your 21st Birthday. You are Greatly missed by all that ever crossed your path. The many children in Iraq that you touched each day with your kindness surely miss the very nice Marine Soldier that used to give them Kindness when all around them spoke of WAR. God Bless You Our Hero in Heavens Elite United States Marine Corps.
Karla, Josh and Jacob Comfort
March 11, 2006
Robby,
If tears could make a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again.
Today you turn "21". We wish we could celebrate with you. You will be in our hearts forever. We love you as our family. Rest in peace. We will see you and John in Heaven.
LCpl John Holmason's family
Karla Comfort
March 11, 2006
Hi Kelly and family,
I know today is going to be so hard for you. It is a special day, Robby's day. I will be letting 21 balloons go in honor of a truly wonderful man on his 21st birthday. Kelly, you are like a sister to me. I guess even more than that. You are my strength. Robby has become a part of me. I think of him every day, as I do John. He will be in my heart forever. I blow him a kiss, as I do John and I will til the day I die. I will see them in heaven. You know Robby can finally have a legal beverage with John now. I bet they are going to have one hell of a party today. They were brothers on earth, as they are in heaven now. God Bless you all.
Robert Farmer
March 3, 2006
What a Blessing you were to so many Friends and Family. Your Grandma & Grandpa Cino gave me a Booklet of the Retirement of your Cleveland High Schools Retirement of your Baseball Jersey. You instilled so much Pride, that again I thank you as does a Thankful Nation for what you have given us all. Thank You Robbie
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 22, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Martinez family in the loss of Robert. I did not know Robert, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a 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~
Kelly Robby's Mom
January 21, 2006
Robby my son. I miss you so much, It is so hard without you baby.I think about you day and night. Your in my Heart my Angel. I know your in a better place along with all your Marine Brothers and are watching over us. But its not the same. You gave all so we could have a better place. Im so Proud of you my son. One day we will meet again.
My Son
My Hero
My Angel
My Robby
I Love you Baby and Miss you
Mom
Nicole Fedo
January 19, 2006
To the family of LCpl. Martinez ~
We have never met, but share the same pain. My brother, LCpl. Scott T. Modeen, died alongside Robert on Dec. 1st. I know they are together, guarding the gates of heaven. I'm sure they're looking down on us, wishing they could take away our pain. People tell me that things will get easier, and I pray that they are right. It is hard losing them so young, but I am proud of the sacrifice they have made so that we can continue to live in freedom.
LCpl. Martinez, you will never be forgotten!
Proud sister of a fallen hero,
art ramirez
January 17, 2006
To the family and relatives of Lcpl Robt. A. Martinez/USMC,
Know that Robert lives yet, in the rest of the lives of those who knew and served with him. God Bless him, his parents, siblings and all relatives and friends. Our Marine Lance Corporal Robert A. Martinez is remembered with love, gratitude and prayers, I remain...
semper fidelis A.J. Ramirez Sgt (Ret) USMC 1968-1070
taylor wilkinson
January 9, 2006
baby,
hard to beleive that today is suppose to be the day of your homecoming. and im finally suppose to see you after 6months. you always talked about that to me. that you couldnt wait to see me and get to hold me in your arms. and that id have 6months worth of kisses. i wish that could happen. i love you. i miss you.
January 2, 2006
To the Martinez Family:
We want to tell you tell how truly sorry we are for the loss of your son Robert. You are not alone in your feelings of sadness and pain and grief. We also lost our son, SFC Brent A. Adams on December 1st in Ramadi. You are in our thoughts and prayers and these Heroes will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Leonard Heiselt
January 1, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Martinez Family. I did not know your son personally, however I am deeply saddened by his death. I mourn the loss of each Marine who has died serving the Corps and look forward to the day when I can stand my post next to such Hero's as your Son.
I will not forget those who have perished before me in the defense of those who cannot defend themselves.
Until we meet, Semper Fi to all my brothers and sisters in Arms.
L.Heiselt
USMC Retired
Susan Klumpp
December 31, 2005
Kelly You, your family and Robert are in my prays.
Susan
PMM of Sgt Joseph M Klumpp II
Kenneth Cino
December 30, 2005
Cousin Kelly and Family:
My deepest sympothy goes out to you and your family for your great loss. I've never met my cousin Robert, but I feel that I've known him my whole life. Robert gave his life for his family, friends and his country, in order to make this country a safer place for all of us. I am proud to say Cpl. Robert A. Martinez is my cousin and my Hero. We will never forget you and what you have done by taking the ultimate sacrifice. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you and our family untill the day we finally meet.
ON BEHALF OF THE NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND YOUR COUSIN LT. KENNETH V. CINO, "I SALUTE YOU CPL.ROBERT A. MARTINEZ MY HERO"
pam adams
December 28, 2005
To the Martinez family,
My heartfelt sympathies are with you - our Hero, like yours, died in Ramadi on December 1st as well. I have no other words - just know that you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers as we try to get through this together. Someday the memories will be a comfort and not so painful as they are now.
Pam Adams
Robert Farmer
December 26, 2005
Kelley & Jeremy & Kids
Christmas with Family has come and gone and I know that you and your Family will Find Comfort Knowing that Robbie was their also, Celebrating with all of those whom he Knew Loved him with all of their HEARTS. May God Bless you all with a BLESSED New Year in 2006. I also wish a Blessing of Comfort to Robbie's Extended Family,Charlie,Tens,David,Susan,
John,& Lori & their Spouses and Children. God Bless You All with Comfort. Robbie you will forever Be Remembered and Loved...........
Richard & Sharon Nowak
December 26, 2005
Jeremy, Kelly, Candice, and Mickey,
There are no words to give you that will put peace in your hearts. Please know that if there were I would have already given them to you. You are at the top of my prayers everyday, that some how, some way, life will get easier for you all. My heart breaks for you everytime I see your pain. We are always here for you and anything you need. Even for just a shoulder to cry on. I'm so proud of the friendship that we have made, and love you all very much. Robby is a True American Hero! He will be missed....
Richard, Sharon, Brian, and Meagan Nowak
Ralph Marchesano
December 22, 2005
We celebrate your service to our Great Nation. Because of you and others like you FREEDOM REIGNS. The ultimate sacrifice you made is greatly appreciated. May God grant your family peace during this difficult time. We continue to pray for all the families of our fallen heros. We hope your family will realize what we already know, YOU'RE A HERO! Thank you Lance Cpl. Martinez we SALUTE YOU!
Your Brothers at the
Disabled American Veterans
Tri-County Chapter 233
Karla Comfort
December 22, 2005
My heart goes out to your family. My son, also Robby's buddy, John Holmason fell with Robby on Dec 1. It brings me some peace to know that he had someone special with him in Iraq. They were brother's. I am struggling still to come to terms with some of this. I don't know if it helps, but I am here for you, Kelly. I will call you soon. Our son's are heros and I will not forget either of them. Robby is going to be included in a really special memorial along side of John. God Bless you!!
Karla Comfort
7th Grade Louisburg Middle School
December 21, 2005
We care and share your sorrow.
ROBERT HUNT
December 21, 2005
DEAR JEREMY, KELLEY AND THE KIDS,
I AM STILL SEARCHING FOR THE WORDS TO EXPRESS MY SORROW.
YOUR SON,GAVE HIS LIFE SO THAT PEOPLE IN A FOREIGN LAND MIGHT HAVE FREEDOM, THAT WE ALL TAKE FOR GRANTED. I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU ALL LOVED HIM AND WILL MISS HIM.
HE IS HERO NOW AND FOR ETERNITY.
Angie Davis
December 19, 2005
For Kelly, Candice, Mikey,& Jeremy,
With every flood of sadness that seems to overtake you..Stop and remember a happy moment with Robby..It will never take the pain away but it will ease it for a moment.
Bethany was remembering when Robby, Mikey and Anthony thought it would be cool to go outside and jump on the trampoline during a hail storm (Lee Turner Road Days) She said that all the boys put on several pairs of socks and clothes and one of them had on a football helment...She said it looked like a giant slushie bouncing up and down...She and Candice laughed so hard...
Travis was telling me how much fun (and trouble they got in) at Spina Bifida Camp. They took their rollerblades and after every one was asleep (or so they thought)! They had to sneek out to skate up and down all the trails at Camp for All...They got caught by one of the guys driving a golf cart but it took him a while to do it!! Robby also loved the kids even then...helping them to do things that most handicapped children would not get to do ...from going swimming to climbing a 4 story tower and riding a zip line to the bottom! And of course there was the whole "Don't go in the creek without your shoes." incident!!!
Robby was a hero that day as he helped Travis back to the house with his toe nearly cut off!!
It makes me smile to remember Robby and Mike playing catch on the beach in California. Mike's hand was stinging that day from the fastballs Robby was hurling at him...He was so glad to be able to play ball after bootcamp. And do you remember driving around the Marine Corp Depot! We were yelling from the car that we had made it and we would see him in the morning!!!(Knowing he couldnt hear us, but we didn't care!!!)You kept yelling how much you loved him!!! and how we tried coming up with different ways to get in that night without getting caught!!
I remember trying to get Robby to smile at the Marine Corp Depot after the Eagle, Globe and Anchor Ceremony. He told me he might get in trouble if he smiled. I told him that you had spent a lot of money on those teeth and he better show them off. He finally did.
So there are a few happy thoughts to make you smile today.
I wish with all my being that I had enough to fill your heart forever so you would never hurt again. I love you all.
Angie
Yolanda Valdez
December 19, 2005
Another Fallen Hero ---- I know the feeling and what you are experiencing. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to your entire family. God Bless! (My son, was also stationed at 29 Palms)
Robert - I’m thankful for the Service, Courage, Bravery and Determinination to fight for our country, (our freedom) from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces. You all will not be forgotten. Thank you. May you rest in peace!
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Very Proud Marine Mom
(Lance Cpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
December 18, 2005
Robby, my son, you will truly be missed and loved by everyone.
love your dad, Roy Martinez
candice mcgehee
December 18, 2005
robby man i miss you so much!! you were so close to coming home.. when i found out i wasnt even at home john and dean came and got me i had no idea what was going on, i walked through that door and seen everyone here crying and mom told me i was like in shock i didnt know how to act or think i was lost... The night all this happend i had a really weird feeling about things like something was going to happen and i was really sick and i could barely feel my legs!! i figured some was about to happen but i NEVER expected it with you.. i lost my big brother that no one can replace you will always be in my heart and i will always think about you day and night...its so hard to let go i would give my life just to be able to see you one last time!! when i hear songs or looka t pictures it makes me sad to know that your not here with us.... when i go out to have a good time i think how you should be here with us having funn!! i dont know what i am going to do over new years cause every new years we party together and things are gonna be the same!!! i dont think that this family will ever be the same you brought a smile to everyones face and you changed so many people in so many ways. i think about how its just me and mikey right now and that hurts me we got really close these past years as we got older i just think were all lost right now.. well robby i love you and miss you so much... you and amber stick together up there but i have got to say one thing shes probally enjoyin all your hott guy friends right about now (lol)!!! well i LoVE YoU... and remember you will always me my big brother
jake howard
December 17, 2005
Robby,
i dont know what to say. i still dont believe it really, i keep expecting you to call me up and say what are we doing tonight. me, mike and pike are gonna have a hard time finding a way to make us laugh the way you did, actually we'll never be able to. no matter how serious or gloomy the sutiuation you had a way to lighten everyone up. there will never be anyone that i cant stay mad at you just give me that big goofy smile and i just shake my head, smile and say gosh robby. im glad for all the memories that i have of you and i will always think about and i know when i get to heaven and we all hangout again we'll just spend all the time talking about old times. until then me mike and pike will have to always keep you on our minds, your always with me, love always your brother Jake.
Thomas & Debi Mc Elveen
December 17, 2005
We are Cpl Anthony T Mc Elveens parents, Each individual young man will be greatly missed by all. Our deepest sympathy to all the familys of each of these young men. We know you how hard this is. My god bless all, and may all our memories be of the good times with our sons.
Samantha Billings
December 16, 2005
Hey Robby: Thank you for intro. me to John. He ment a lot to me. I will miss yall. Atleast yall are toether. Right? MY prayers are with you and your family and Taylor.
December 16, 2005
Dear robby you will missed a great deal you were a brave soldier you will live on in our hearts and memory. You will be missed from your aunts arlene hunter and darlene Price and uncles Larry, John, Chris , and Michael Martinez
and loving grandparents Sam and Grace Martinez
rene huron
December 15, 2005
to robby just know that you will be missed a great deal. but one day we will meet again in heaven.you were a great kid and we all miss you. my heart goes out to your father.
Bridget Williams
December 14, 2005
To my dearest little cousin,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of our family. You are truly our beloved hero.
Love forever and a day,
Bridget Williams and children
Michael Kilpela
December 14, 2005
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Martinez family. The loss of a young life is a very difficult thing. Know that Robert served with Honor, Courage, Dignity, and Valor, and we as citizens of this great nation thank him for his service and thank you for your sacrifice. Only those who have also endured such a loss can understand the deep empty void that remains at their passing. Our deepest sympathy for your loss, a father of Fallen Hero LCpl Andrew Kilpela, on 06/10/2005.
IRENE BIERY
December 14, 2005
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE MARTINEZ FAMILY. I PRAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE AND HELP TO EASE YOUR LOSS. MY COUSIN CORY WAS WITH LANCE CPL MARTINEZ AND THE REST OF THE GUYS ON THAT PATROL. MY FAMILY AND I WERE SO LUCKY THAT CORY WAS OK. WE ALL ARE SADDENED BY THE LOSS OF SO MANY GREAT MEN. MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL WHO LOVED AND STILL LOVE THESE SELFLESS MEN WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES DEFENDING OUR FREEDOM. MAY GOD BLESS THEM AND THEIR FAMILYS. THEY WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
Taylor Wilkinson
December 13, 2005
Robby ill always love you and will never love anyone else like i do you.I miss you so much and really have no idea what im going to do without you.Thank you for the 2nd family youve given me. I love you so much and we all miss you baby. mwah!
Mandy Norman
December 13, 2005
I'm very sorry for the loss of the Martinez family.. I knew Robert (Robbie) since I came to CHS, he was my first friend there.. Robbie always knew how to make people smile & when there down he knew a way to cheer them up.. He was very loved & still is.. Everyone loved Robbie & was very popular with everyone. Robbie may be gone from here but he's not from our hearts, & we'll all see him one day again. Robbie loved baseball as well as the marines & he passed away doing what he loves doing, saving the U.S... I'll never forget you Robbie..
Patty Cino
December 13, 2005
I grew up with Robby as my cousin. He was always one of the though guys at a family gatherings. i remember him and the rest of the boys would go out front and start a little football game and it would end up as a wrestling match and some one would always get hurt or get mad. but it was okay. When i first found out that this had happend to Robby i thought to myself and ask God why. but now when i think about it its like remembering a hero. i told my little brother(wyatt) about my thoughts and he told me it was because thats Robby, Robby is a hero.
Regan
December 12, 2005
Dear Martinez family-
I just wanted to say thank you for your sacrifice, Robert was a hero and I will always remember his sacrifice for freedom.
aaron george
December 12, 2005
To the Martinez family and friends, my deepest sympathy and prayers. I'm from the Houston area and lost my brother Lcpl Phillip George, a marine, three months ago in Afghanistan. I know the loss of your son, brother and friend is painful, but he was not lost in vain. He served his country with honor and he gave his life protecting our freedom and way of life. This is one more person who appreciates his sacrifice and I will forever be greatful to Lcpl. Martinez for his courageous service to the nation. Thank you for sharing him with us. Again my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. And please know that there are more marine families out there praying for you than you will ever know.
Donna Sheffield
December 10, 2005
Dearest Kelly,
There are no words for this. Just know that we are are all on our way. Keep in mind it's not a loss. Look at it as if he moved to another town and was stationed somewhere where the ranks are very high. God has already blessed your family and he will continue. I promise. Just think, he has your son standing next to him.
Gayle Naschansky
December 9, 2005
Dear Kelly, My heart knows your pain. I am so sorry. I am so glad Andy and Robbie were friends! I have no words to ease the pain. We just have to know our boys are at peace and safe in the arms of Jesus. I will keep you in my prayers.
Gayle N. (Andy's mom)
Joshua Tyler
December 9, 2005
Dear Martinez Family,
Robby was a great guy. We spoke about the military and I could tell had a passion by the sound of his voice. I knew him for a short while but we connected. I am very sorry for your loss. He gave a new meaning of Semper Fidelis. We will miss him. God Bless.
Josh Tyler
Jacy Rush
December 9, 2005
To Robbie's Family:
When I think of Robbie, I think of the crazy days of 8th, 9th and 10th grade, before they all started driving themselves. I can't tell you how many trips my van took to where ever they (Robbie, Rob, Justin W., Mike, Jake, Cody, etc.) wanted to go. Usually Jarabeth was the only girl. We had some great times. Robbie always had a way of making you laugh. Then I watched them all grow up and become young men in high school. Robbie loved being a Marine. He is our Hero. Cleveland High School has been touched by him and we will never forget. Our thoughts are with you always.
Debbie Verrett
December 9, 2005
Im so sorry for the loss of this young Marine. LCpl Martinez is an American hero. May God comfort us all in this tragic loss.
Marine Mom 2/3 Afghanistan
Beverly Lambdin
December 8, 2005
My prayers are with you and your family at this time and with all the friends that will miss him.
God Blees you and yours.
Robert D. Farmer
December 8, 2005
Kelly
My Heart goes out Especialy to You, I remember something my Pappaw said to my Mom when he thought she was going to die before him of her Heart condition. "It is the nature of Life that that the Child buries it's Parent, not the Parent it's Child" You will have so many Loving Memories of Robbie and each day will be a greater test of your Faith & Strength. You have such a Strong and Loving Family to Draw extra Faith & even more Strength from, when you need it, Just remember they are always going to be there for You. ..................... God Bless You and Yours Always
Elena Uresti
December 8, 2005
Mrs Tens all my condolences for you and your family.
Tileta Burkhead
December 8, 2005
My son, Jim and Robby played baseball together on the CHS team. Robby's smile was always uplifting. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are so proud that your son was willing to serve our country and bring freedom to others. Please remember "The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. . ." (Deuteronomy 33:27)
Tileta Burkhead
Cleveland ISD Administration
Brad and Susann Borden
December 8, 2005
Robby was awesome son,newphew,grandson,cousin,Marine.
He loved life living it to the fullest, he loved everyone esp. his family unconditionally. Robby brought sunshine into our lives and for that he truly will be missed. Brad and I are proud to be his aunt and uncle, and will always carry his memory in our hearts. Our family has our own Guardian Angel, what an Angel he is. We love you guys.
Brad and Susann Borden(Point Blank,Tx)
Brad and Susann Borden
December 8, 2005
Robby was awesome son,newphew,grandson,cousin,Marine.
He loved life living it to the fullest, he loved everyone esp. his family unconditionally. Robby brought sunshine into our lives and for that he truly will be missed. Brad and I are proud to be his aunt and uncle, and will always carry his memory in our hearts. Our family has our own Guardian Angel, what an Angel he is. We love you guys.
Brad and Susann Borden(Point Blank,Tx)
Jarabeth Rush
December 7, 2005
To the Martinez family:
I'll very sorry for your loss. Robby and I were good friends in high school and I have many fond memories with him. My love reaches out to you.
~Jarabeth
JOHN CINO FAMILY
December 7, 2005
WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH AND WILL THINK OF YOU ALWAYS. ALL OUR SEMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Teresa Longmire
December 7, 2005
Kelly,Jermey,Candice,and Mikey
I am so sorry for your loss.
Robby was very sweet and could always make someone smile. He is going to be missed dearly.I will never forget him. God Bless yall.
I will all ways be here for yall.
Love Always
Teresa Longmire
Tonya Tyler
December 7, 2005
I want you to know that even though i wasnt around you much the last year, i love you like my own son.You mean alot to me and im going to miss you dearly.I will always remember the way you made everyone laugh and when they were sad you always found some way to bring them to a smile.You will always have a special place in my heart.I love you and miss you.
Your second mom ,
Tonya.
{Milf Momma}
HAHA
Carl Raines,Sr.
December 7, 2005
To the family of L/Cpl. Robert A. Martinez, I entend my deepest sympathy and respect to your son, a true American Hero. I also lost my son, L/Cpl. Carl L. Raines II on Oct. 6. 2005 in Qaim, Iraq> He was killed when his Humvee was struck by a roadside bomb. I know your pain and grief. I wish I could say some words that would bring you peace. Such words are still hard for me to find.May Robert rest in piece. I served in the Second Batallion, 7th Marines in Vietnam (1968-1969). I salute you my brother, God bless Robert A. Martinez, R.I.P.
shelbie morrow
December 7, 2005
Dear kelly,jeremey,candice,mickey i'm so sorry for your loss i really did'nt know Robby but i miss robby he was like a older brother to amber Robby and amber are up there together looking down on us . I love ya'll so much Robby will take care of ya'll love ya'll
renee williamson
December 7, 2005
Kelly,Jermey,Candice & Mikey
My thoughts & prayers are with you
You should be very proud of Robby he was doing something that he wanted to do and enjoyed doing, My
only comfort in all of this is that
Amber & Robby are up there together
We have been through alot this last few months. I know that god has something instore for our babies, We just have to trust in him and i know how hard it is, But we will have each other, I love you so much
Amber & Robby will watch over us
Love ya, Renee
Kevin Bach
December 7, 2005
I am so sorry for you loss. As the father of another member of 2/7 in Iraq, please accept my condolences.
Amber Nethery
December 7, 2005
Robby was such a great guy and a really good friend to many. I shared classes with Robby throughout high school while he was at Splendora. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please let God help you through the hollidays and years to come.
Janey Smith
December 7, 2005
I had the priviledge of teaching Robby in four of my classes. He was such a joy to teach and to know. I am so sorry for your loss and want you to know how much the CHS family grieves with you. I am so proud to have known such a great young hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult you man. I will never forget Robby and his unfailing courage.
Donna K. & Jason A. Moffit
December 7, 2005
Trust in God he is with each of you and he will Help ease the Burden's from your Hearts. Robert is at the Throne of our Savior, basking in the Warmth of God's Unending Love.
NORA RAMIREZ
December 7, 2005
To the family of Cpl Robert A. Martinez;
I am so sorry for your loss, I feel your pain because I just recently lost my nephew Cpl Christoper M. McCrackin. My prayers go to you all. God Bless you.
From;
Nora E. Ramirez of Brownsville
and the McCrackin family of Liver Pool Texas.
ROSCOE WARRICK
December 6, 2005
TO THE FAMILY, MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS AND KEEP YOU. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU NOW, AND IN DAYS TO COME. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN THE WORD OF GOD. WE LOVE YOU. (CLEVELAND HIGH SCHOOL STAFF)
Jane Husband
December 6, 2005
To the Family of Robby Martinez:
I was Robby's Teen Leadership teacher. What a great leader he had become! He was such fun to have in the classroom. His laughter and smiling face always brightened my day. He will be truly missed. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you face the difficult days ahead.
May God Bless You,
Jane Husband
shevolyn cooper
December 6, 2005
Dear Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. As you may remember(mother)Robbie was my office aide in 2003 and he was also classmate to my daughter Jemetra Cooper. To Robbie's mother I'm sure you remember coming into the office many times to give him money, so forth. He really made my day many times. He was a joy in my life. He came by to see me the last time he was home. He will truly be missed. May God Bless You and your family, may he strengthen you and keep you.
Our prayers are with you daily.
Love,
Secretary (CHS) Shevolyn Cooper (Mrs. Cooper)
Jemetra Cooper (Class of 2003)
[email protected](
Robert Farmer
December 6, 2005
Kelly & Jeremy Hunt
From: A Grateful American Citizen
"An United States Soldiers Ultimate Sacrifice"
God Bless your Hearts,I feel your Pain I had only met Robbie a few times in the past 10 years, but I knew he was a great Young Man and so Proud & Honored to have known him. His Loving Grandpa & Grandma Cino always spoke so Proudly of him and you could sense all the Love they had for him. I pray that you all will believe that Robbie is Forever in Gods Loving Embrace and will always be Lovingly watching over you all and Protecting you from Heaven just as always.
May God Bless & Comfort you.
Have A Very Blessed Christmas. Blessings of Comfort & Joy
kathy mendez
December 6, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss.
Sandy Williamson
December 6, 2005
Dear Ones,
I was so saddened to hear the news about Robbie. I was his counselor at CHS. He was always such a joy. Robbie brought sunshine wherever he went.
My prayers are with you.
Sandy Williamson
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