Cpl. Justin R. Garcia
Cpl. Justin R. Garcia
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Justin R. Garcia Obituary
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November 13, 2021
Thank you for your sacrifice brother! We will never forget your memory! Here’s a wish that your baby child grows up with the fruits of this country! God Bless your family! Semper Fidelis! 15 years! ❤
Bob Kus
November 14, 2020
I did not know Justin personally. I was a Captain in the Army leading a specialty platoon on patrol with Justin and COL Thomas Felts on the fateful day he was called home to the lord. I think about them often and know they are walking with the lord. I truly hope his wife and family are doing well. I pray for them. God bless.
Natasha DeJesus
November 11, 2020
I miss you so much . You were my favorite cousin. Not a day goes by I don't think of our teenage years . I love you so much. Proud of you
Natasha DeJesus
November 11, 2020
I miss you so much cuz .. your laugh and silly jokes I will never forget God bless I love you
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CW3 Richard Brumfield
May 24, 2015
Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I remember playing basketball with you just hours before everything happened. I honor you by telling my daughters how I served with an actual hero. Rest easy brother.
John
November 14, 2013
I will always remember and miss you, brother.
February 8, 2013
In memory and honor of Justin Garcia. Forever remembered and loved.
November 11, 2012
In memory of Justin on Veterans Day 2012.
March 3, 2012
Justin, as the White House honored our Iraq/Afgan vets and fallen hero's this week my thoughts are with you. We will always remember you.
Love and Grateful Thanks
Jerry Parham
Elizabeth Garcia
December 20, 2011
Justin, Just wanted to tell you I love and miss you. Thank you for your service to our country and your many sacrifices... I always think of you... Please give my love to your mom Shirley who I know you are with in heaven. I miss your mom more than anything... Please tell her I love her. She was more than my first cousin... she was my sister.... Rest my brave cousin...
Peggy Childers
November 15, 2011
November 14, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Justin R. Garcia:
Please accept my remembrance of Justin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Bradley Kielty
April 22, 2011
To the Garcia family, my name is SGT Brad Kielty. Justin and I were stationed together at Ft.Lewis,Wa and were friends. My love and respect goes out to your family. The war and army are over for me now and it has taken several years for me to gather enough courage to seek out my fallen brothers. Justin was an amazing man filled with compassion,love,respect and above all honor. He use to give me a hard time and call me (Old Man) because, I was alot older than most of the guys he hungout with. Though we all new it was just a joke, he had unwaivering respect for his elders as well as peers. I miss his companionship very much and think of him often. He will never be forgotten and his legacy will live on forever. I miss and love you Brother.
Brad
Peggy Childers
November 14, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Justin R. Garcia:
Remembering Justin 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
Nelson Ortiz
November 13, 2010
Hey Bro ur a big impact in Monica's Life and if ur Big in her Life ur Big in mine. Just want you to know that we both Love you and we Def miss you. take care bro and if you could do me a Favor, say Hi to my grandfather who passed away on Nov. 07, 2010. Thanx Man and May God Always Bless you and ur Family.
Gerald Parham
November 13, 2010
Just stopped by again to say you are still in my heart. Just saw the pictures of your son I know you are so proud of him. I will never forget you brother.
Natasha DeJesus
September 11, 2010
Hi cousin.. I miss you. It's been a long time. It's so hard to write to you knowing your gone. My sis told me how ur mom was her favorite cousin ..You were mine. As I write this I try to hold back tears because it's so hard knowing your gone and you never got to meet your baby cousins which are hilarious by the way { runs in the family =)} I know if you were here you son woulod have the best father in the world. I still remember those summer's when I went to tit's house we had fun. Even when we would talk on the phone & joke around. You are one of a kind & You are missed ..
Love your cousin, Natasha
Natasha De Jesus
September 11, 2010
Hi cousin , I miss you. Its been a long time. You were a great man . One of the best. I can still hear your laugh & remember the jokes when we were younger. When I lost my dad in 03 I thought it was so painful but when we lost you my favorite cousin who I grew up with that also hit me so hard & each day that passes I think of both of you . I know your son will grow up to be the man you were. You are one of a kind cousin . I love you .
Love your cousin ,Natasha
September 11, 2010
Hi cousin.. I miss so much. You were a great man. There's noone else like you on this earth. I know it's been years since i've seen you but I always remember the summers when we were younger at Tit's house when my mom actually let me stay over. You were my favorite cousin. I wish my babies got to meet you .I know your son will grow up to be a fine man like you. God bless you.
your cousin Natasha
September 6, 2010
hi big brother! thought of you a little more today, im always thinking of you but today it was more. luv u!!
your baby sis,
monica
July 26, 2010
Happy Birthday Justin, you would have been thirty years old today... Only five years older than me. i think about you all the time and today is no exception. i'm sorry. just finding the words to try to think of is difficult let alone typing them.
luv u soo much, happy birthday,
monica
July 26, 2010
Happy 30th. birthday my dear son in law. Your not here with us to celebrate and our hearts brake everyday that goes by. We miss you more then words could say. Everyone says it gets easier as time goes by, but it really doesn't. We love you Justin. Hope you at at peace. Your son is beautiful and is all you. Watch down upon us all and help us get through this as it never seems to get easier for any of us. Missing you so very much...
We love you,
Mom and Dad N.
July 23, 2010
hi big brother. just thinking of you like always. was just wondering if you could watch over your bother in law during his tryouts tomorrow. its really important to us and i want him to be safe and well. i want everything to work out the way it should. please watch over him my brother and keep him safe. b with him as well as with all of his angels. i luv you so much and miss you more each day.
love you always your lil sis,
Monica
monica
May 9, 2010
hi big brother. was just thinking of you. love you lots and always!!
your lil sis,
monica
Nelson Ortiz
January 21, 2010
Hey Justin, this is your New Brother in Law, Nelson Ortiz Jr. I have never gotten the chance to see you in person, but from what Monica told me, you and me would've hit it off. When I think of you, I think of a Hero. I see a true soldier who has left his mark in this crazy world but isn't forgotten. Through your friends, your family and your son,(Whom I guess you could call my new nephew if that's alright with both you and your family), your Legacy will always live on. Whenever Monica is in any type of hurtful pain, I feel her pain as well. I pray for you every single night and I wish you were still.
Monica
November 30, 2009
hey big brother. i've been doing better. i have my moments of course, who doesn't. alot has changed this year. i've gotten engaged, i've moved in with your soon to be brother in law. thinking about a wedding now. i think about my wedding and im happy as can be, then i see your face. you will be the only one missing that day. i think about you always, don't think i will ever stop. i'm having a sad moment and have to cut this short, but i'll be back to talk to you again, you know where i'll be.
I Love You So Much and Always will!
till next time,
your lil sis
p.s. my hubby to be says Hi.
Jerry Parham
November 8, 2009
As we approach this 3rd anniversary of your sacrafice I just wanted you to know you're still in my thoughts and heart. Once again I will make the trip to the memorial wall to salute you and my cousin Tommy. I pray your wife and little boy are doing well.
Love you brother.
Strength and Honor
Jerry Parham
Sheri Holmes
March 8, 2009
My daughter brought me home a military remembrance bracelet and Cpt. Garcia is on my bracelet. My daughter was then able to find out a litttle about this wonderful soldier and what he sacrificed for us. I am honored to wear his name on my bracelet.
Kenna Larra
March 2, 2009
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Sincerely,
Kenna
Donna Narciso
February 20, 2009
Your son's 2nd. Birthday...you would just love him so much!
Monica
December 29, 2008
Hi big brother, it's me.It's been awhile since i last was on here. Nothing much has been really going on. I've been working alot, keeping busy like always. Nothing really changed. I think about you everyday, even more now cuz of the holidays. It's still very difficult for me. I try not to let things and thoughts get to me, but a person can only be so strong for a period of time before breaking down temporarily. I hope in time my thoughts will leave and i can have peace in my life. I have no peace and i hide it well. I visited the other part of me the other day. He's getting so big and he's saying his numbers and abc's. He's so cute and i love him alot. I was with my brothers, but you were not there. It makes me sad and hurt. I hope 2009 will be better than this year. This year as been a year. I need to make some changes. Something has to give, i need to to more and i hope you will be there to help me. I want to see Michelle and Vinny more, maybe you can help me with that. That would be a good thing for me, positive. Your always in my thoughts.
Luv always and forever,
your lil sister.
Katharina Felts
December 17, 2008
Dear Michelle,
I have wanted to contact you since your husband and my brother, COL Thomas Felts, were killed over two years ago. I happened to locate this guest book through some searching I was doing on my brother. I feel connected to you and your family through Justin's and Tommy's death, and the knowledge that their souls entered heaven together.
I hope and pray that you have been able to find happiness in your baby and the life you have.
Please contact me if you are able.
Katharina
Gerad Parham
November 16, 2008
Justin,
I mounted my Harley this week for the lone ride to the wall to pay my respects and remember you, Tommy, and the 4000 + other soldiers who's names are inscribed thereon this Veterans Day. I still choke when I read your name on the wall. It was quite, sunny, and pleasant there that day along the Illinois River just below the water fall. Though we did not know each other I will always hold you close to my heart and remember always.
May God stand by Michelle and Vinny and bless them always.
Strength and Honor
Jerry Parhm
Michelle & Vinny at the pumpkin farm, 10/2008
November 14, 2008
Your son Vincent Justin Garcia, 21 months old, chatting on the cell phone, looking just like you....
November 14, 2008
Your closest friends with your son, taken on November 14, 2008...2 years in Heaven and truly missed by all
November 14, 2008
Donna Narciso
November 14, 2008
Its 2 years today Justin, and the hurt still doesn't fade away. You are truly missed by many and will always remain in our hearts my dear son in law. We know you are looking down on us and watching over Michelle & Vinny. Give Michelle the strength to go on with life and the courage she needs to keep up with everything. I miss you more then words can express. You will never be forgotten and will always hold a special place deep within me. I love you and not a day goes by that I don't think of you my beautiful son in law.
God Bless you and all the men and women who have given their lives for our freedom. You are my hero.
I love you always and forever,
~Mom~
In Memory of Justin ~ (Debra Estep)
November 14, 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 Justin, 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
November 13, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Justin R. Garcia:
Justin 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
Monica
July 26, 2008
Hey big brother, it’s me. Today is your b-day so I wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday with lots of love. I’ve wanted so much to call you up and wish you the best on your b-day, but that can’t happen. It’s been a rough day for me. Not being able to talk to you makes it even harder. I want so much to talk to you and hear from you. I try not to think of you. I know that must be terrible to say. If I don’t think of you, everything is okay, everything is bearable. If I think of you or your face flashes in my mind, I fall apart. I can’t fall apart. I have to be strong, have to move forward. I can’t be weak, that’s how it has always been for me. Life can be so unfair almost to the point of being cruel. I luv you so much brother. I luv you just as much as I luv your other brothers. My brothers are everything to me. Being the only girl of 3 brothers has been the best thing in my life. All of my brothers are great and wonderful people. I am blessed to have then in my life. I just wish things were different, I wish you were still here. I wish I could give you a huge hug. I wish I could talk to you. I wish for a lot of things when it comes to you. I’m sorry for making this short; I wish I could think of more to say. Like I said it’s been a difficult day. I’ll talk to you soon.
Happy Birthday Justin!!!!!
Luv always, your lil sis Monica
Jerry Parham
July 4, 2008
Justin,
We're here at another 4th of July and I just wanted you to know you are remembered. Thank you for your sacrafice for this nation. You and Thomas Felts (my cousin) who went with you are true American heros.
Your beautiful son, Vincent Justin Garcia, staring at a little girl. He is his fathers' son...
June 27, 2008
Aunt Alixis with your son Vinny...the identical look you put on many times
June 27, 2008
Your sister Monica whom you never met meeting your wife & son for the first time....
June 27, 2008
We all miss you Justin and will always hold you in our hearts...
June 27, 2008
Justin & Michelle's Wedding Day, 7/1/2005
June 27, 2008
Cpl. Justin R. Garcia, Gone, But Not Forgotten
June 27, 2008
June 26, 2008
It surprises me how much it still hurts to look at your picture. The death toll is up to 4,110 now..and I'm so scared because my friends are going over there soon, one is already there. Please watch over them for me. I couldn't imagine losing someone else that I cared about. I hope that you don't think it's crazy that I still care about you and that I still miss you. I think that my heart is too big sometimes. Sometimes I feel like you're looking down on me though, laughing at me being ridiculous, and it makes me smile and laugh at myself. It makes me feel like everything's going to be ok.
It feels like a lifetime ago, but it is a great, random, teenage memory that I'll never forget. You better not either =P
Miss u still,
xo Alex
Michelle & Vinny, what a precious family you have....
Donna & Vinny Narciso
June 18, 2008
Dear Justin,
Not a day goes by that dad & I don't think about you. You will forever be with us in our hearts. A life taken so short from us and our daughter Michelle. She is strong Justin, and is doing such a wonderful job in raising your son Vinny. He has so many of your wonderful expressions and looks just like his daddy. He smiles like you and looks so much like you, that he is just our precious angel. You will live on through your son and he will know all about what an amazing person you were. Please watch over Michelle & Vinny as they journey through life and guide them. I know you are watching over them since your presence is always felt. Healing, has been very hard on us all, but day by day we are getting through it. The hurt of you being taking away from us, well, that will never go away since it lives inside us each and every day of our lives. Michelle has fulfilled your last wish as you know what that was. She is happy that she could do it and it is really going to happen. I just wish you could have been here to see that day coming. She did it for you! You rest in peace our dear son in law, and may you know we are always here for Michelle & Vinny and we will never let you down.
We miss you so much as the days go by. Just know, you are truly Our Heroe and will live on in our hearts Forever!!
We love you and miss so very much,
Mom & Dad Narciso
June 15, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Garcia!
Mr. & Mrs. Justin & Michelle Garcia, 7/1/2005
February 10, 2008
Vincent Justin Garcia, born 2/13/2007
February 10, 2008
Michelle & Vinny, 11/2007
February 10, 2008
Michelle with their son Vinny, 10 months old, 12/24/07
February 10, 2008
Justin & Michelle; Justin's graduation from Boot Camp
February 10, 2008
Justin & Michelle Garcia
February 9, 2008
August 7, 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)
August 3, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Garcia and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Marybeth Claudio
April 11, 2007
Dear Garcia Family:
I went to college with Justin, we graduated the same year. I feel blessed that I had the honor of knowing him. He was always friendly and smiling. I am so sorry for your loss and you will all remain in my prayers. Justin is my hero!
ab mejia
April 8, 2007
may god bless you and your family..thank you for your service
Robyn Garside
April 4, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. 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 LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Suzette Samson
February 7, 2007
Dear Garcia Family,
Im truly sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences. My heart,prayers, and thoughts are with you. May god comfort you at this time.
Spc. Justin R. Garcia,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for protecting and serving our country.
May your rest peacefully amongst our other fallen angels
Glen
January 30, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Lee Sirotnak
January 26, 2007
Please accept our sympathy for your loss, and our prayers that God sustain you in this time of sorrow. We are ever thankful for the work and sacrifice of your Soldier, Justin, and will honor his memory by keeping him and your family in our prayers.
Justin: You May No Longer Be Here, But You Will Always Be Alive in Our Hearts.
Alex
December 26, 2006
Dear Justin,
I wanted to write this to you because I miss you very much, and no words of "I'm sorry for your loss" could express how I feel. I have known you, since I was little but it was that one weekend we spent together that will forever remain in my heart. The waves of life pulled us in different directions, and social norms seemed to keep us apart. I want you to know that you will always have a special place in my heart, and you will never have the title of "friend" or "family friend" or "significant other." You will forever be simply "Justin" because memories will hold more value than words ever could. You were an amazing person and I feel for Aunt Nanny, Uncle Peter, Zach, your grandfather, Sam, and your wife. They had the opportunity to know you for a long while, whereas we got to know each other better in a weekend. I will never forget you, Justin, the things you taught me and the times we spent laughing. Whenever I read anything on the war in Iraq, I think of you. I still feel the same about the war but I am so proud of you for defending your country. Thank you for leaving me with wonderful memories to remember you with and for not seeing me for my age but for me.
Always, Alex
Cordy Diaz
December 15, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Justin R. Garcia, My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences for the loss of your loved one. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
December 15, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Garcia family in the loss of Justin. I did not know Justin, 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Justin 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~
natasha de jesus
December 5, 2006
this is justins cousin natasha. i havent seen my cousin in a few yrs but always knew about the things going on in his life through my aunt. we were close when we were young. its so hard 2 believe what a bright , humorous, outgoing young man is taken from us. i loved him. he was smart and a goodhearted person he cared 4 people and respected them. he would have been the greatest father anyone can have. to his wife i know we never met but one day i hope 2 meet u and the baby. i know u have a hole in ur heart. he's watching
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
December 4, 2006
Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux
December 3, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to your family in your loss. I did not know Justin, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a fine young man and hero. From the Tributes it sounds like he was a very special person and will be missed greatly. I had sons to serve in Iraq and I can only imagine the sadness your family is going through. My sincere smypathy and prayers are extended to you and your family in this tragic loss of your love one. I also send my deepest respect to your love one for the sacrifice that he gave in serving his country. May God wrap HIS arms around you and comfort you.
Susan Holbrook/Richmond, Ky.
ELIZABETH CROSS
November 29, 2006
I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW THAT THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EASE THE PAIN YOU ARE FEELING AT THIS TIME. THE LOSS OF A HUSBAND, OR CHILD TEARS AT YOUR HEART FOR A LONG TIME. MY SON, CPL KENNETH CROSS, WAS WITH THE STRYKER UNIT FROM FT LEWIS, ALSO, AND WAS KILLED ON 8-27-06 BY AN IED IN BAGHDAD ALONG WITH SPC. DAN DOLAN. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND BRING YOU PEACE IN TIME. CHERISH THE MEMORIES YOU HAVE TOGETHER, THEY WILL BRING YOU COMFORT BETWEEN THE TEARS. AND BLESS THE CHILD YOU WILL HAVE....IT IS A VERY SPECIAL GIFT AND PART OF JUSTIN THAT YOU WILL KEEP WITH YOU. YOU CAN BE VERY PROUD OF JUSTIN JUST AS I AM PROUD OF KENNY AND WHAT THEY STAND FOR. ELIZABETH CROSS (KENNY'S MOM)
Trudy Lowe
November 29, 2006
My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.
Garnet Jenkins
November 28, 2006
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Spc. Justin R. Garcia.
The price Justin and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Service and Dedication.
May Justin rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Comfort and Grace be with the Garcia family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
May the Peace of God and the memories of Justin,
remain in your heart always and give you comfort
and strength through the difficult days ahead.
Softly and slowly, time heals.
November 28, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Justin R. Garcia:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's 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 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. 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
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