Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia
Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia
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Paul Farrell
October 21, 2018
True hero's like LANCE CPL. SAMUEL TAPIA will never forgeten, R.i.P to all marine's who died
Charlie Gili
October 20, 2018
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 Samuel Tapia US Marine Lance Corporal.
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
Peggy Childers
December 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia:
Please accept my remembrance of Samuel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Paula Jones
December 18, 2011
Thinking of you and your family today as we remember that awful day! You are always in our prayers! May God bless you with a peaceful Christmas as you face another year without your loved one!
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Keeper
July 26, 2011
Always remembered, always loved by family, always respected.
Prayers for all your family and friends.
Paul Farrell
March 10, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Childers
December 18, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia:
Remembering Samuel 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
jennifer padilla
June 27, 2010
Sammi was a great person even though he was my brother in law he was like a brother to me.I really miss him and though he's not here i still have him in my heart. We all love you sammi.
Donna Gillette
December 26, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
maria
September 27, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mario Leal
May 25, 2009
Happy Memorial Day.
Thank You,
J Cohen
May 24, 2009
As a fellow valley neighbor I send my thanks and apologies to his family for his service.
May he rest in peace.
Its parents who raise their sons and daughters to defend our freedom that I respect tremendously. And for your unbelievable loss that can never be replaced I send you all the comfort and consolidation that can be gathered from my words.
All the best wishes to the family.
Kenna Larra
May 13, 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 1,450 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
Mario Ramos
April 26, 2009
I met Samuel in ths school of infantry since the first day i met him i knew he had a big heart i was assigned to 2/7 and it broke my heart when i read that Samuel Tapia from 3/7 had passed away. i wasn't able to believe that it was him I will always remember him in my heart and the love he had for his family rest in peace brother.
Paula Jones
February 23, 2009
Jacqueline...I have sent up hundreds of prayers for you and your family these past few years. My son, Alexander Jones, was with Samuel the day he gave his life for our freedom. Even though I was never fortunate enough to have met Samuel, I will never forget the impact he had on my son and all of those who were blessed enough to know him! May God hold you in His loving arms as you face each day without your hero! Thank you for your sacrifice! Paula Jones
In Memory of Samuel ~ (Debra Estep)
December 18, 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 Samuel, 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 –
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Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
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Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Peggy Childers
December 17, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia:
Samuel 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
veronica orr
July 20, 2008
Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia,
Samuel was a true hero that he will never be forgetten by all of us. God bless u,your little girl and your family.
May 18, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Tapia!
This is in Memory Of Lcpl Samuel Tapia
Elizabeth Lara
December 2, 2007
Well what can i say he was an awesome brother and a great friend. He is someone i admired and that i miss with all my heart. Everyday i wish he was here but reality check is that he is not here with us. But one day I will to see him some day. We Miss You And Love You With All Our Hearts.
Love LIZ
August 6, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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 (KIA on 07/06/07) 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 24, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Tapia and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
Kara Robbins
June 6, 2007
My husband met Samuel when they enlisted together and traveled to San Antonio for their medical checkups. They went to bootcamp together. His death really affected my husband and he is remembered always by him and myself for his sacrifice. From the most profound place of my heart I wish his family solice. With my husband now in Iraq the memories of learning of Samuel's death are all the more painful and intimate, and I know nothing will ever fill the void that was left.
Garnet Jenkins
December 18, 2006
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia, one year ago today.
The price this Fine Young Hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Samuel rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Tapia family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.~ Psalm 55:22
May the Peace of God and your memories of Samuel,
remain in your heart always. May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days.
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I am deeply sorry for your loss.
jessica padilla
November 17, 2006
sammy was/is like a brother to me i always saw him like a great friend and the brother that i never had even though he is not here physically he is still in my heart and in my thoughts forever
October 22, 2006
To the Family of Lance Cpl. Samuel Tapia:
Your son's name, along with our sons, is forever together on a Memorial standing at Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, PA. Their dogtags hang together forever moving with the wind creating a subtle sound, like the quiet whispers of the Fallen as they continue to speak to us. Attending this Memorial Dedication and hearing your child's name being read along with ours, has prompted me to sign this soldier's guestbook.
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 as well and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten . You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Daniel Vasquez
October 11, 2006
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND FOR HOLDING UP OUR TRADITIONS, WE ARE ALL PROUD OF YOU MARINE. MY CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY. LOSING A FELLOW MARINE IS LIKE LOSING A BROTHER. SEMPER FI
Sgt D. Vasquez (84-93) Los Fresnos/Dallas, Texas
Gulf War Veteran/Patriot Guard Rider
Lcpl Anthony Petrini
July 10, 2006
Chupie, we were 1 and 2 man on the assault team, Partners in crime on base and brothers forever. You are a true hero in every aspect. You did your job and exceeded the standard.I love you more then my words can express. Ill never forget the times we fell asleep on my rack together and us doing firewatch together everytime one of us had it.You will never be forgotten but you are eternally engraved in my heart. Some day i will see you at the gates of heaven.
Raquel Sanchez
May 17, 2006
Sammy as your qunada's best friend I know what the family went through and they miss you very much and would all want you to be back with them. They all still have you in their hearts. Each and every day I will pray for your family and may God bless them all.
Josie Padilla
May 17, 2006
Sammy, as your # 1 quniada- I want to say we all love you so much.Samie is still growing and she is all right.I love you!---Josie Grosie
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 11, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. KNOW THAT YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A MARINE MOM
SYLVIA CAMP
April 24, 2006
YOU WILL FOREVER BE OUR HERO.
I ALSO LOST MY BEAUTIFUL SON - NOT IN THE WAR BUT IN AN ACCIDENT 5 YEARS, 1 MONTH AND 7 DAYS AGO. I KNOW THE PAIN SEEMS UNBEARABLE. THIS IS THE TIME TO RELY ON JESUS MORNING, NOON AND NIGHT. YOU ARE CERTAINLY IN MY PRAYERS.
SYLVIA CAMP (SAN BENITO NATIVE)
April 19, 2006
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 22, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Tapia family in the loss of Samuel. I did not know Samuel, 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. You are a 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~
Julie Mendoza
February 15, 2006
My heart goes out to Sammy's family and to Jackie and his baby girl. Jackie, know that we love you. I'm sorry that your's and Sammy's time together was short, but when I was around you guys, I could see the love that you had for each other. That is one thing no one can ever take away. He was an awesome person to know. Much Love, Julie
Daisy Nichols
February 13, 2006
My prayers are with the family of Samuel Tapia.. I myself am a military wife, I know what the price of Freedom is. God needed another soldier by his side, He only picks the best.
"And everytime I hear twenty-one guns, I know they brought another hero home to us..We're thankful for those thankful for the things we've done, We can rest in peace, 'cause we are the chosen ones."
PFC Cipriano Villanueva
February 11, 2006
I still wonder if im ever gonna forget about you. Its so hard knowing that now you will never be by my side talking about how we supported this war so our children will not live this life. I still remember the day I found out while in Germany. I felt like the world fell on me and that I would not be able to attend due to such short notice. But you did your miracle and its you and GOD himself who made that possible. The next day I was in a plane heading home. Your death was heard worldwide and it brought many people from all over the world to see you. So thank you Sam for doing your job and I will promise you that I myself as a soldier will do eveything in my power to do my part in this world so that your wonderful daughter will remember your death as being history in her books when she is in school. You will never be forgotten and rememeber to save me a seat one day. Whataburger Buddies for life.
Jacqueline Tapia
February 8, 2006
Samuel Tapia is my hero and I love him with all heart. Thanks for you
r support
Love his wife jacqueline Tapia
Phillip Guzman Jr
January 13, 2006
I was one of Samuel's buddies in boot camp. He was probably one of the funniest and most caring Marine that I had known. He always spoke of his family in the upmost respect. I salute him for being the best there is out there. R.I.P. Lance Cpl. Tapia.
Yolanda Valdez
January 11, 2006
Another Fallen Hero -- I understand what you are experiencing and feeling. My deepest condolences, sympathy and my prayers go out to the entire family.
Samuel - My family and I are 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
(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
Les Petrini
January 7, 2006
There are no words to express my deepest sympathy at your loss. My Son was with Sam when he was taken and considered him his closest friend.He said it was an honor and a privelage to have known a man of such courage and integrity--he was not only a friend, but a brother as well. May God Bless his family for the sacrifice he made.
Les Petrini
Joshua Morales and April Cooper
January 7, 2006
To Samuel's Family and Friends-
My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.
They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-
The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor
2/6 WPNS
KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05
7th Grade Louisburg Middle School
January 3, 2006
We care and share your sorrow.
Kathy Patterson
December 30, 2005
My son and Samuel were roommates in SOI and currently serving together in Iraq. My son asked me to pass on his condolences at the loss of his friend and Marine brother. Our prayers go out to the family for their great loss. Our thanks go out to Samuel for his service to our Country.
Bobbie Leopard
December 30, 2005
So sorry for the loss of your Marine. He will live forever in the hearts of the American people for all he gave. I thank him so much. God Bless you all
Proud Nana of a fallen US Marine
Lcpl Kenneth James Butler 10-21-05
Pam Adams
December 29, 2005
Lance Cpl.Samuel Tapia - HERO in every since of the word. Know that you are not alone in your sorrow...we lost our Hero son SFC Brent Adams on 12/1/05. We know there are no words right now - just need to tell you that you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers as we pray for peace so our remaining servicemen and women can return home safely to their anxious and awaiting families.
God Bless
Pam Adams
James W. Brown
December 25, 2005
May God be with all of you at this time of need and Bless you for defending our Country.
Mary Pearce
December 24, 2005
God Bless you as you join hands with the Lord in this Special Time of the year. God Bless your family as they have to give you back to the Father.
Kenny Guyer
December 24, 2005
"....in simple obedience to duty - you suffered all, sacrificed all, dared all... and died."
God be with you.
Vietnam vet 70/71
Cheryl Pearce
December 24, 2005
GOD bless your memory and your sacrifice. May he comfort your loved ones until you meet again. From a 3/7 Marine Mom, Weapons Co.
shawnee
December 24, 2005
Thank you for your service to your country and for your sacrifice. May God bless you and your family.
Rest in Peace.
Jamie Graves
December 23, 2005
God Bless ~ (Land of the free,because of the brave)
He will never be forgotten..
Ralph Marchesano
December 22, 2005
The sacrifice you made is greatly appreciated by your Nation. May God grant you peace. D.A.V. Chapter 233
DENNIS MEEKER
December 22, 2005
FROM A FORMER MARINE TO A MARINE FAMILY, I KNOW THAT THE LOSS IS GREAT AND I SALUTE HIS MEMORY AND WISH THAT I COULD HAVE BEEN THERE.
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