Myla L. Maravillosa Obituary

I miss you forever...

Thinking of you Myla..
RIL

Rest in peace. LC

10 years ago, Heaven gained an angel and Earth lost one.

We in Boston remember Myla and are praying for her family and friends on the 10th anniversary of her passing.

I remember you.

My name is Philip (Phil) Garza. I'm from San Antonio Texas. We were assigned to the 321st MI BN-3rd Infantry Division. I was part of the THT that Myla and her team were relieving. I only knew her for about 3weeks before we redeployed back to the US. She was one of the kindest, sweetest, smartest people I've ever met. I heard of her passing in the line of duty a few months after I came home. She was a credit to the US Army and the USA. The world is a little dimmer without her and heaven shines a little brighter with her. To her family and friends, you have the memories and love of an incredible young lady. May God grant you peace.

I was always thankful for the soldiers who went outside-the-wire like Myla, they were my heros. My heart ached for her family that December night, we were all part of the ramp-ceremony saluting Sgt. Maravillosa as she was boarded to fly home from Kirkuk. This Veterans Day and for the rest of my life I'll salute her and all that sacrificed so much--to her family, thank you and God keep you.

I was in the emergency room in kirkuk. You arrived via aerovac. we all worked to see if you can be saved. I was your medic. THe best doctors that I know worked with hope and valor to save you and we all hoped for breath. When you passed, time stopped. For a moment at war in Iraq there was a silence. Your commander fell to his knees, the driver was more concerned about you then his own wounds. I remember the entire base saluting your departure as we flew your body home.

I think of her every day, she was brave. During this time of year I think of her family and wish I could take all of your pain. I will carry Myla with me forever.

I see her face often and think of this day often, but it never prepares me for the emotions that flow when this day and moment come around each yr. I continue to pray for angels of comfort to continue to watch over your family! I remember lime it was yesterday.

December 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa:
Always remembering Myla. "Some gave all."

I pray to you and for your family everyday. On christmas eve each year i think of you and the young shepherd boy you were with in the photo in our local catholic newspaper several years back. thank you for believing in america and what she stands for. have another great christmas in heaven. with a grateful heart,
annie stark

cincinnati ohio usa

I will be running in the Fort Jackson "Run For The Fallen" on Aug 18, 2012 in memory of Myla. Her name will be on my number plate.

Myla, you will never be forgotten. I think about your kindness, everytime I lace up my desert boots.

December 24, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa:
Please accept my remembrance of Myla on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.

R.I.P. SGT. Myla L. Maravillosa
You have acquired yourself a place in heaven for the sacrifice you have made for the freedom of others. May you have an eternal life in heaven where you are now. You will not be forgotten by those who cherish the martyrs of humanity.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa:
Remembering Myla on the anniversary of her passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

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.

To the parents of Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa:
I know your pain
I know your sorrow
It feels as though there's no tomorrow
It's Christmastime
Your child is gone
But know that from the great beyond
She's watching you
And is so proud
Wanting you to sing strong and loud
Allow this Christmas season in
So loving life can begin again.

To the family of SGT. MARAVILLOSA, Please accept of sincere condolences and prayers on the loss of your daughter whom I say is a hero in my eyes. She has made it possible for my family and grandchildren to keep us safe and free from terrorists. May God Bless her and her family and Friends.

You are gratefully remembered.

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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.

I did not know Myla, but I am remembering
her service and sacrifice. She is my hero. !

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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)
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Sincerely,

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

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

It is Christmas time that I think of Myla the most. Not because it marks the anniversary of her death, but because of the joy she had during the Christmas season. I remember Myla decorating the tree and everything else in our area.

Myla, I think about you throughout the year, but especially at Christmas.

To the family of Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa:
Myla 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

I served in 221 MI BN with Myla and knew her roomate very well. The day that she left us was a very horrible day for all of us in 221. My heart goes out to her family and close friends. She will always be remembered by those of us that were priviliged enough to have crossed paths with her.

I trained and went to Iraq with Myla. She was and is a fine example of a true American. All of the kind things written about her can not even begin to tell what a great person she was. I think of her often and my prayers are with her family. The Army suffered a great loss that day. SGT. Myla Maravillosa will not be forgotten!

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Maravillosa!

WE'RE VERY MUCH PROUD OF YOU MAI,NEVER FORGET YOU MY FRIEND...REALLY MISS YOU.....

we very much proud of u myla.....miss u friend...

I know in my heart Myla is sitting at the right hand of the Lord. She always prayed for our THT. She told me once that she prayed everday for everyone assigned to our team in Iraq. She told me she was going to enter a convent to become a nun once we once we returned from Iraq. God Bless

SFC Alan Ray

I was one of Sgt Maravillosa's instructors at the 97E Course on Ft. Huachuca. We have so many students go through the course that I only remember the really special ones. She was one of those soldiers who never gave up. It was an honor to train her. I will always remember her.

Our thoughts and prayers out to the MARAVILLOSA family,Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[ES] shall NEVER BE forgotten.rest well for as prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation..THANK YOU...HO..YAAH...B.V.C.

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)

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

I have such fond memories of having met Myla a few times when she came to our convent to visit. I have made a quilt--"In Memory of Myla"--for Quilts of Valor. These are given to returning injured service men and women and in this way I hope to sustain Myla's memory and let her know how much we will miss not having her join us as she had hoped to do. God bless you.

MY DAUGHTER IS IN THE ARMY SERVING IN IRAQ AS A MEDIC , SHE"S 24 AND I"M FILIPINO . I KNOW THE FEELINGS TO LOST A FAMILY . ALL I DO MOST OF THE TIME , READ THIS GREAT HEROES , THAT GIVES THEIR LIFE FOR THEIR COUNTRY . MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY . REST IN PEACE MY ANAK , YOUR IN HEAVEN NOW.

Myla was my team member and friend. I will miss her

With the holidays upon us. as well as the first anniversary of the day Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa gave her life for our Country and for Freedom. It is my honor to remember this Brave Young heroine.
May Myla, rest safely in God's Loving Care and know that she is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Maravillosa family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"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


May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Myla, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country remembers her sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.

May your supreme sacrifice bring lasting peace and freedom to the Iraqi people. God Bless America.

May God bless her and the Maravillosa family. She is a great example of the ultimate sacrifice for God and country. Filipinos living in the United States will be proud to call her our sister.

Good bye and thank you, Soldier.

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 HER BEAUTIFUL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI



A MARINE MOM

I'm with the Canadian Forces, and

wish to express my sympathies to

her family.

I feel it is the responsibility of every American to at least read the names of the brave Americans that have made the ultimate of all sacrifices. Although not personally acquainted, I feel the loss. God Bless Myla Maravillosa and her family. God Bless the 301st MI. God Bless the United States Army. Most of all, God Bless America.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Maravillosa family in the loss of Myla. I did not know Myla, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young lady 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. I was touched by the many wonderful things written about you Myla. 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~

As a Dutchman married to a Filipina I just read the story of the death of Sgt. Myla L. Maravillosa in a locally published Filipino periodical Munting Nayon. It is really very sad that she died so young. However, she was convinced to join the US Army and help to bring freedom and peace to people that deserve this too. She knew it could possibly ask big offer to realise that and she was willing to bring that offer. We should have respect for her choice and see her as an example. May she rest in peace and she will always be an inspiration to all of us. I offer my sincere condolences to her family and wish them much strength to overcome this great loss but I am sure they will always be very proud of her. God bless and guide them all.

I had the chance to meet her while she is in training at Fort Huachuca, I was shock to heard the news. She is very polite and charming persons. I'm proud of her and she will be remembered

Mahalo for your love to our country. To Myla's family, may God's peace rest in you thru Jesus Christ our Savior. We appreciate you and we love you all.

we will never forget u myla.we boholano's are very much proud of you..

I do not have words to express my feelings. I thought we will see again once i get back to the island and share to each other our life and experiences serving our country. I will miss you.



sister,

SrA E

I just want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Myla. I know you are very proud of her because as a fellow Filipino I too am proud of her. May God bless you and your family in these hard times.

Sgt. Maravillosa's life will continue to be an inspiration to many who truly love this country. And in her death, we realize even more, the bravery and sacrifice of those who fight for the cause of freedom and democracy. My family and I extend our prayers and sympathy to the Maravillosa family.

I was told of Myla's story by the Daughters of St. Paul, here in Miami. I am Filipino, from Manila and I am helping the sisters with a monthly young adults gathering here in Miami. Please know that we all are keeping Myla and the family in our prayers. We are holding a praise / prayer gathering next weekend and we will add our songs and prayers for the next part of our sister Myla's journey to our Lord.

I read Sgt Maravillosa story on the internet. Being a Filipina and in the military as well, I share the loss of your family. She served her country with honor and I salute her. Thank you Myla.

Psalm 23



1

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

2

He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,

3

He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

5

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

6

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.



This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!



My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!



If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!



Wife & Daughter of the Late

Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford

KIA May 23, 2005

I am very sorry for your loss and I wanted to let you know I was there at the "Ramp Call" December 24th at 2100 hours. I think everyone on the base came to pay our respects that night and see her off. I have been to a few Ramp Calls in my time here at Kirkuk and I think that night everyone stood a little straighter, saluted a bit sharper and felt the pain a little stronger than usual. My prayers go out to the family and friends.

God Bless, she will never be forgotten~( Jamie,Navy wife)

We care and share your sorrow.

During this time, please know that you do not walk through this valley alone. Other Christians are there with you, and most importantly, God will carry you through this.

Be assured of my prayers to Myla's family during this difficult time. I will pray through the intercession of Myla to send more vocations to the Daughters of St. Paul especially from Hawaii, Samoa and other islands in the South Pacific.

I pray that God, out of His infinite riches in Jesus, will give you strength and peace during this time of loss. May His unending Love keep you and bless you always.

Most Rev. Larry Silva, Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Honolulu, in a recent sermon given at a commemoration Mass honoring the 100th anniversary of the first Filipinos coming to labor in Hawaii said: "Loyalty among Filipinos is such a strong virtue." Sgt Myla Lumayag Maravillosa was a woman and soldier of deep loyalty to God and Country. The memorial service and Mass held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace in Honolulu, HI, for her on December 31, 2005, were beautiful and moving. She brought great credit and distinction to herself, her family, Leilehua High School, the Filipino community, Hawaii, and the US Army. May she now rest in eternal peace in the company of the Almighty, his angels, and saints. Aloha, Myla.

To Maravillosa Family, we have never met or known each other, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Myla's soul rest in peace and that God keep you in his care. God Bless You!

We don't know each other, but you and your family are in my prayers tonight. Your daughter has made the ultimate sacrifice so that we can all live in a better world. She is truly a hero. God Bless you all.

I am very grieved by the death of Myla. She was preparing to enter our community of Sisters, Daughters of St. Paul, but God was preparing her to enter Heaven. May her example be an inspiration to us all.

My God comfort her Mother and family during this time of sorrow.

It was a great pleasure knowing such a great woman. She served her church and always shared her laugh when she volunteered at the bookstore. I can not express the pain and tragedy of this incident. Myla was a great and loving person. I hope her memory will live on in all our lives.

my daughter is serving in iraq with the squad your loved one was in. i am sorry for your loss. we have been praying for safety of that troop before they left the u.s. words can not express the pain you feel at this time. i pray that time will heal the wounds and renew your spirit. i know it wil never be alright be it is alright because God is the master planner. i pray that your loss will not go unappreciated by those who will benefit from our presence in iraq. God keep you and comfort you during this time.

i am so blessed to have an aunt like her eventhough im older than her but shes very sweet, thoughtful and very religious person. she often send me text messages and sometimes calls me here in the philippines just to let me and my family know that she cares for us. i will miss u mai!! love you!

To the family of Myla L. Maravillosa:

We do not know each other, we will probably never meet, but we will forever be united in our grief and loss of our Heros. Our son SFC Brent Adams, was killed in Iraq on 12/1/05. I know there is nothing anyone can say to make it better. But know you are not alone in your loss - that these great men were indeed Heros - and that someday the memories of them will once again bring a smile to our faces when we remember our years with them. I pray for peace and an end to this war so that our remaining servicemen and women can come home safely and soundly to their anxious and awaiting families.

God Bless

Pam Adams

Thank you for your service to this great country and for your sacrifice. You will not be forgotten. My prayers are with your family. Rest in peace.

I do not have the words that would be adequate to express my gratitude to you at this time. Because of your loss and sacrafice I am free to write these words. I do not take my freedom for granite, I know that so many give their lives. I offer my most sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family at this very hurtful time.

My children and grandchildren are safe at home because your loved one gave her life to serve her country and keep us all safe. I am sure she soars with the Angels and will always watch over her family and friends.

we cannot come up with the words to express our sorrow at your loss and to try to comfort would not be possible but please realize that across the waters and and around the globe millions of Americans feel your pain. May God bless your family as you try to find comfort at this very trying moment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.