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Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen
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J S
July 4, 2021
We are all still here my brother.. We still miss you everyday..
January 24, 2015
John Boy. It's been over 10 years. I wish I could go back to '03, sitting in the firm base begging you for some copenhagen. You never did deny me. You are a good man and I am lucky to have met you. Rest easy brother. Semper Fidelis
A Massachusetts Resident
September 25, 2012
Though it has been 8 years since John's passing, I would like to offer my sorrow for this. He will forever be in the hearts and minds that did not even know him, when we celebrate every patriotic holiday in his hometown.
Peggy Childers
July 8, 2012
July 5, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen:
Always remembering John. "Some gave all."
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September 1, 2011
I did not know John, but I am remembering
his service.
Master Sergeant Paul A. Brown
Helmand Province, Afghanistan
Peggy Childers
July 5, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen:
Please accept my remembrance of John on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Jim
July 3, 2011
You have not been forgotten John.
Peggy Childers
July 5, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen:
Remembering John 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
Peggy Childers
July 7, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen:
John 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
In Memory of John James ~ (Debra Estep)
July 5, 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 John, but I am remembering
his service. 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 –
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
Rest In Peace
Michael Iezzi
July 5, 2008
John,
Thinking and praying for you on the 4th anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Jeffrey Broadbent
May 26, 2008
Where does it come from, this spirit of sacrifice? And isn’t it a well that seems never to dry? I have wondered and wondered and the best that I can figure is that it comes from John and his fellows who stand in a long, unbroken line reaching back in time and out to us now. From that chain of heroes issues the call. It is a call heard only by a few but they have always been enough. Rest easy young hero. Today I will toast to you and everyday I will remember your sacrifice.
Dee and Tim Crawley
April 16, 2008
Sharing in your sorrow and offering deepest sympathy.
Joe Page
April 16, 2008
Semper Fidelis, Marine
Yolanda Valdez-Perez
April 15, 2008
Another Fallen Hero ~
My heart breaks as I sign another guestbook of such a courageous soldier who gave his life so selflessly. May he rest in peace knowing that he is loved and remembered by those who knew him. From one military family to another, we know the pain you feel, we understand what you are experiencing and feeling. No amount of words can ease the pain of our loss and we know first hand, there are no words of comfort at this time. We lost our only son 9-3-2004 at the age of 19 and it fells like yesterday. Just know that there are Marines and families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain. We will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. Our sons grew up, chose to serve our country and in that moment became a hero, a patriot. Their legacy will remain as such.
May God grant you peace, strength and comfort in such a difficult time. My prayers and deepest condolences go out to the entire family.
I still fly my Marine flag and have my Marine tag and sticker on my vehicles because I am PROUD of my SON and DAUGHTER, and all the SERVICE MEN and WOMEN out there. We will always be a MARINE. We are proud of you all.
“Land of the Free, Because of the Brave” Semper Fi - Marines!
Thank you Legacy.com for setting up this website so families can quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves across this great nation.
Proud Mom of an American Hero
LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9~3~04 – Anbar Province, Iraq
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
April 15, 2008
Father we entrust our brother John to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold John in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Garnet Jenkins
April 14, 2008
You are not forgotten, Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen.
"THOSE WHO HAVE LONG ENJOYED, SUCH PRIVILEGES AS WE ENJOY,
FORGET IN TIME, THAT MEN HAVE DIED TO WIN THEM."
~ Franklin D. Roosevelt ~
May God's Peace, be with your loved ones.
You are in my thoughts & prayers.
CPL. Chris Tate
April 10, 2008
I was Vangyzen's team leader during his first tour in Iraq. He was a good Marine and served his country proudly. I am terribly sorry for your family's loss and at the same time honored to have served with him.
Godspeed and Semper Fidelis Devil!
July 27, 2007
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 Le Ron (a dear friend) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea (NY)
Gary Allain
December 12, 2006
Lance Cpl. John J. Vangyzen
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
H W
September 16, 2006
John,
You stood by my side on Sept. 11, 2001,when we heard the news of the terrorist attacks, you couldn't wait to get home to call your recruiter. I always said you would be the person I would always remember when some one ask do I remember what I was doing that day.I always thought what a terrible day, but the most devestating day was when Beth and your mom called to tell me you had been killed. You have left such an imprint in my life, for giving your life to keep me and my family and friends safe, I thank you and your family for being so courageous.You will always live in my memory.
Garnet Jenkins
July 5, 2006
Remembering this Young Hero on the anniversary of the day he gave his Life for our country.
You will never be forgotten.
Please know that you are loved and missed.
From the sister of such a young hero. KIA/Vietnam in 1967
Revelations 21:4
Cpl. Lopes
July 8, 2005
RIP devil, Semper Fi.
Jeffrey Broadbent
July 5, 2005
While it is true that those who knew John will never forget, it is equally true, that the rest of us- in some small way, will always remember. Our heroes live in our hearts and they are safe there.
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