Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai
Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai
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Charlie Gili
February 20, 2022
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 month and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Henry K. Kahalewai US Army Staff Sergeant.
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
Thomas Bossch
May 31, 2021
I often think of Henry and the first post we served together all the way back at Ft. Stewart. I remember going to Disney with your family and how kind it was for you to invite me. Henry, you are truly a gentle soul and I will never forget you.
Tom Bossch
November 18, 2020
Just had to stop by
Geoffrey Lott
September 15, 2019
Hey battle its been several years since I last I wrote you but make no mistake you never leave my mind...went to technical college and got a career rebuilding powershift transmissions, axles and converters...had a child..a son who turned 9 this year...a divorce...moved back down to MS where Im a field heavy equipment mechanic....I miss you man...I wish you could have gotten the chance to spend your days on the water fishing like you talked about..may god bless your family...and stay his right hand man
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Miss you bro...can you help me out, I could use your blessings. I want to marry Roxane
Christopher Matsumoto
February 19, 2017
shelly Sabate
November 10, 2013
I miss you everyday and everyday it's not the same with out my big brother.
Shelly Sabate
November 10, 2013
Jr. boy, it's me your sis shelly, just missing you everyday! Just want you to know that I miss and love you everyday and that you will never be forgotten.In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
chris matsumoto
August 25, 2013
miss you my friend, many years have passed, but not forgotten. you are a great friend and neighbor. i remember all the things we did together, all the friends (hilinai gang) . those were fun times that you shared with us, miss riding around in your mustang, remember going out with you so you could meet debbie. i will always cherish those memories... give your mom a hug for me.. aloha jr boy....
Casey Denton
January 10, 2013
Just missing you bud!
Peggy Childers
December 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai:
Please accept my remembrance of Henry on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Roxane Cary
December 13, 2011
HI Junior,your sis Roxane.Just thinking about you and missing you.
Kris Spaulding
December 12, 2011
Hey Sgt K! Its Kris. I miss you man, its 2011 now and I still remember that day like it was yesterday, cant seem to get it out of my head., not sure I want to. I will always remember you, I still tell stories about you when I can handle the pain over losing you. I never got to say goodbye. They tell us that me and Pineda saved you, we patched up your leg and strapped on a tourniquet,...after dropping you off in the Green Zone, I never seen you again. They tell us you made it home, and died surrounded by your family. I'm sorry, I'm so sorry we couldnt save you, they tell us we should feel good about patching you up so you could see your family. It doesnt make it any easier, I miss you brother, you are one of a kind. I will always remember you, love you brother
Spc.Kris Spaulding
Peggy Childers
December 15, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai:
Remembering Henry 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
Roxane Cary
November 11, 2010
From time to time,I hear your voice calling me,Roxane. Everyone else calls me, Roxy. I miss you Junior
Debi Kahalewai
September 27, 2010
My darling husband, I miss you so very much.....
Donna Gillette
December 24, 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.
Kenna Larra
February 24, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. 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 1,500 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,
Kenna
In Memory of Henry ~ (Debra Estep)
December 15, 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 Henry, 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 14, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai:
Henry 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
June 16, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Kahalewai!
geoffrey lott
November 15, 2007
this is the driver for ssgt k when we got hit that terrible day on nov 21st i miss you bra..i was pleased to hear you got to see your family before you went with god..me and avalos made it out with some injuries but none like yours you were like a father to me always giving me your wisdom..i remember that day at NTC when you asked to use my phone to call your wife then giving me a speech about how i should eat more natural foods..lol!! you were always a riot old man.. give god some good laughs like you did us..we love you bra from everyone else in the mortar platoon ..alpha troop 1-14 cav
August 17, 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)
August 4, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Kahalewai and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Paul Ferris
May 29, 2007
Never fogotten.
To the family, never alone
Robyn Garside
April 11, 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
January 30, 2007
“Soldier”
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 condolences for your loss. You will be in our prayers, that the Lord provide you comfort and peace. We are grateful for the work, and sacrifice, of your Soldier, a true American hero. God Bless.
Lynda Cline
January 25, 2007
I am so sorry for your lose.
I did not know SSgt Kahalewai, but I do know his daughter and son-in-law. Just know that my thoughts are with you, Tre, and the rest of your family.
ryan waer
January 20, 2007
Kahalewai family,
My name is ryan waer and i served under SSG "K" in the 503rd, 2ID. Hanalei was a great leader, soldier, and person. I appreciate everything he has ever tought me about being a soldier and life. I give you my deepest sympathies and wish for your family to strong and high spirited. God bless
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 7, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Kahalewai family in the loss of Henry. I did not know Henry, 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. Henry 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~
Elizabeth Smith
January 4, 2007
To the soldier I didn't know, from the American citizen you didn't know;
Thank you
Trudy Lowe
January 3, 2007
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.
Cordy Diaz
December 24, 2006
To the family of Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai, It is with great sorrow that I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences. Henry will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Garnet Jenkins
December 23, 2006
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the family of Staff Sgt. Henry K. Kahalewai, with a multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Henry and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May he Rest Safely, in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Kahalewai family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with Henry. Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Gary Allain
December 23, 2006
Staff Sgt. Henery K. Kahalewai
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
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