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Charlie Gili
November 16, 2023
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We have recently sent Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Cesar F. Machado-Olmos 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, our family, friends and many 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
Jake
September 20, 2023
It's been a while friend, but today would have been your 40th birthday. I still think about you this time of year. You were a great guy, and a good friend; I wanted to wish you a happy birthday.
I hope you family is doing well.
Timothy Black
November 17, 2011
Cesar's death has been something I have had guilt about for many years. I was the one who he bugged daily to be allowed to deploy. I was the one who allowed him to fill a spot reserved for another specialty. It is something that has haunted me for years. When I got the knock on my trailer door and was notified that he had died by the 1stSgt it hit me very hard. I have not talked about this until now. To his family, I want you to know he died doing exactly what he wanted to do. I am proud of him and will never forget his dedication. I remember having a talk with one of our Doc's about him. Doc's exact words were "He was genuine". I could not agree more. Semper Fidelis
Peggy Childers
September 15, 2011
September 13, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Cesar F. Machado-Olmos:
Please accept my remembrance of Cesar on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
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Peggy Childers
September 13, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Cesar F. Machado-Olmos:
Remembering Cesar 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
September 13, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Cesar F. Machado-Olmos:
Cesar 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
Kenna Larra
September 9, 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 1,750 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!
Mothers of our heroes, please be aware that the Project Compassion sponsors will now help cover the costs of the portraits for you to have one - regardless if the spouse of the hero has one or not!
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
Project Compassion
P.O. Box 153
Manti, Utah 84642
Raymond York
October 15, 2008
Machado, its been a long time since we worked together and you are dearly missed. I am so proud to have served with you in CEB. Your family is in my prayers.
Sgt York
In Memory of Cesar ~ (Debra Estep)
September 13, 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 Cesar, 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 –
(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
1STSGT COMBS
September 13, 2008
What you did for us is not forgoten. I think of you and Mike every day.
April 19, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Machado-Olmos!
Tina Turner
January 14, 2008
I will never forget you! I remember when Mo, Bob, Littleton, Tarah, Jason and I went to Wal-Mart at like 3 AM and Mo was pushing Jason in a wheel-chair and Bob was trying to skate-board on a board still wrapped in plastic! We had good times and I will cherish those times and keep him in my heart forever!
P.S. Mo....I still have the blue necklace, LOL!
your a marine hero, just like them
DJ Mein
December 8, 2007
I'll always remember the days you were here, and what an influence you were in my life and to your families. Your a hero in my book ceasar. I hope to see you again in the next life. - your family friend, DJ
James Combs
September 11, 2007
Three years ago many lives were forever changed by the events that took place on that night. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of Mike and Cesar and their family. It has taken me three years to accept that nothing I do will bring them back, but if I remeber what they did and the pride they did it with they will in a way still be with us. You are heros and will never be forgotten.
August 13, 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 (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)
brandie randall
July 21, 2007
it is coming up on three years now and it is still hard to come to the fact that he is not coming back. i miss him so much. god bless you cesar for what you sacrificed for the ones you loved and your country
July 12, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Machado-Olmos and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Traci Lehmberg Wentz
January 11, 2007
My sister and I went to school with Cesar. He was a joker, sweet guy, and most of all a HERO!! My sister was best friends with him, she would write him every week, send him candy, and would recieve phone calls from him every week. He was a kind sweet soul, always looking out for his friends and family. Miss you Cesar!!! We will ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AND WHAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOUR COUNTRY!! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Heaven Sent Angel, Earth Bound For Happiness, Lifetime Of Love, Awaits Eternal Bliss.-Traci- Love & Miss You!!
James Combs
September 18, 2006
Two years have now pased and it is still hard to come to grips with the events that took place that night. I replay it every day and wonder if we could have done anything diffrent. I know that we did everything we could, but still what if...
Garnet Jenkins
September 13, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Hero, Lance Cpl. Cesar F. Machado-Olmos, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his service and dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Cesar rest, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with this family.
Those who Made the Supreme Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
" Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem." ( President Ronald Reagan)
May the memories of your loved one live in your heart always.
Ashley Pineda-Sabin
July 19, 2006
Your son was something greater than the word citizen could ever be.... he was an American Soldier who fought for his family and for my freedom. For that I am forever greatful to him and your family.
May God continue to hold you is his hands and again I thank you.
Nikolai Lambert
May 10, 2006
U died as a True Hero. Thank you for your sacrafice.
Jacque Mikkelson
May 10, 2006
To Cesars Mother, There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of Cesar and of his family. I feel your loss and wish I could reach out to you. There is a book, called, beyond tears....you might read it.My thoughts and prayers are with you...Your son was a brave, wonderful young man. Jacqueline Mikkelson
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 9, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Machado-Olmos family in the loss of Cesar. I did not know Cesar, 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. Cesar on the 13th it will be 20 months since you were taken. 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~
Q Madp
December 22, 2005
Thank you for serving this great country of ours. Thank you for what you have given us all.
I will not forget and it's my mission to remind all of who you are and what you have done for us.
Iraq War Heroes
Don't Let the Memory Of Them Drift Away
Allison
December 2, 2005
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, and would like you to know that your family is my prayers. Your son was so brave and a hero for all of us.
Amanda contreras
October 11, 2005
con todo el dolor del alma les doy el pesame en la perdida de su hijo, su sacrificio no fue en vano, dios tomara en cuenta el gran sacrificio de su hijo, su hijo esta en la presencia de dios, en un lugar mucho mejor que aqui.
Jacqueline Mikkelson
September 14, 2005
Yesterday was one year that Michael and Cezar walked through the gates of heaven together and our lives are completely changed without them but they will never be forgotten and I am sure that they know how much they are loved and missed. My heart goes out to Cezars family and I make a promise to honor him, my son and all the men and women who are giving the ultimate sacrifice. We have been truly blessed to have had Michael and Cezar in our lives. I promised my son and a fellow Marine yesterday, on the first Anniversary of his death, that I will honor my son and stay strong for him because I know he will be watching me and maybe I will get the privelege of hearing him wisper, "I'm so proud of you mom." I remain strong for him by reminding myself that he was strong and he made me so proud! I want to do the same for him. Sincerely, Jacqueine Mikkelson
GySgt Combs
September 13, 2005
It has been a year now. I still remeber that night like it was yesterday. I am going to Arlington today to see Halals and Machados painting at the Faces of the Fallen. I went there a month ago with my family it was hard to do but I felt it was important and also to let my family see the cost of freedom and tell them about the both of them. These Marines will never be forgoten not a day has gone when I dont think about them.
Jacqueline Mikkelson
July 10, 2005
I often think of Cezars family, his brothers and sisters. I didn't know him but he knew my son and I have talked to a few Marines who knew him and they miss him and say he was an Awesome Marine. God Bless you all, I know your loss because my son was with him when he went to heaven and they both guard the gates of heaven together. I wish I could have known Cezar, he will not be forgotten. Sincerely, Michael Halals Mom
Henryk Zaleski
July 9, 2005
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
alyssa sopko
May 18, 2005
hey i am really sorry to hear about ur sons the were fighting for there frredom and were happy to die for there country.
LtCol Bramwell, USMC
April 20, 2005
Having spent several tours in harms way, including Iraq, I have always been humbled by the unique charcter of these fine young patriots that serve, fight and at times die in the defence of Life, Liberty and the American way. I did not know your son, but I knew many like him. I am in awe at the manner in which they carry their duties and responsibilities. I want you to know that the life of your son will not be forgotten. As a leader of Marines I can speak for all who where the Eagle, Globe and Anchor. It pains us to lose any Marine and when we do, the loss affects us forever. We Marines make a promise within ourselves to live the rest of our lives worthly of this sacrifice. His offering will have this positive lasting affect on thousands of Marines and Millions of Americans. I am sorry that you were called upon to bare this loss.
Please remember that you are a part of the Marine Corps Family. Someday, when you feel you can, I would suggest that you contact a Marine Corps unit near you (reserve or otherwise) and ask to be invited to the Marine Corps Ball. I think Cesar would like that.
Semper Fidels
Jessica Christensen
April 12, 2005
I am so sorry about your sons. I have a cousin in war and a really close friend, so I know how you fill
Jacqueline mikkelson
March 10, 2005
Patti, I haven't heard from you in a while and I just want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers regularly.Our sons knew each other and went to heaven together and I know that there is nothing worse than losing a child, I share your pain and cry, it seems all the time. I wake up thinking about them and go to sleep thinking about them and every moment inbetween. I still don't believe it. We try to go on for our other children but it is one of the hardest tasks God has ever asked me to do, and I"m sure you feel the same. I think of you often and pray for God to hold you close and comfort you and your children. Your friend, Jacqueline Mikkelson, Mom of Michael J. Halal
May our sons rest in Peace
The Johnsons
March 9, 2005
Mrs. Acosta,
My wife and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Mo. We both know how devastating it is to suffer the loss of someone so special and so close to you. We pray that the "Father of tender mercies, and the God of all comfort will comfort you in all your tribulation."(2 Corinthians 1:3,4) We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Brandie Randall
October 5, 2004
Mo was more than a friend to me and my family. i am glad to have had the priviledge of meeting him. if it wasn't for my brother convincing him to go UA and come to cali then we would have never met. we were supposed to get married the next time he came to see me, but now that'll never happen. i feel the pain that his family is feeling because he was family to me too, but now he's in a better place where he can watch over us. and i hope we will reunite in the future.
Jacqueline Mikkelson
October 4, 2004
My son, Michael J. Halal was in the Hum V with Cesar and also lost his life, I wish to give my sincere condolance to his family, especially his mom, whom I can relate your deep sorrow. Yes, we are so proud of them and wish to God we could have them back but we know that they did not suffer and they knew they are loved by so many. I am so sorry for your loss and offer you my email address if you need someone to talk to, Proud Mom of Marine, Lance Corpral Michael J. Halal. God Bless you and your family
Debi Gardner
October 2, 2004
Cesar was a fine young man. He was a student of mine and I will never forget him. He loved books and he loved being in the library at school. He was a well-mannered student and a fine example for all those who knew him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Debi Gardner, Spanish Fork High
David Lemerand
September 27, 2004
you were my best friend out here ill miss u mo
Dianne Warner-Kearney, President
September 23, 2004
On behalf of the members of the US Marine Corps League Auxiliary, Cpl. Robert M. Sawaya Unit #447, in Sugarhouse (SLC) we wish to express our deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of Cesar. His ultimate sacrifice on behalf of those of us who enjoy the daily freedom and life we are so accustomed to by virtue of living in America can not be overstated. If there is anything the Auxiliary can do to assist you in this most difficult time, please contact us.
Sheila & Bob & Laura Randall
September 21, 2004
Dear Patty
I'm so sorry about mo. We loved him also. My son and daughter are taking it really hard also, they loved him with all of their hearts and souls. He was like a son to me also. I only got to see him the once that he came home with bob 3 years ago, but i have talked to him alot since then and i was looking forward to him coming back to us in Jan. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. I have talked to all of mo's friends and they are sending me pictures of themselves and mo. We will make a photo album for you and send it when it is done so when you are ready you can look at it and remember him as they knew him also. If you need anything you can write me anytime. Your friends alway, The Randalls
Cecile Peay
September 21, 2004
I have passed by your house on my way home and the flags bring tears to my eyes. What a beautiful young man you have raised. My heart goes out to you, my prayers are with you. Be strong and know Cesar is with you every moment.
Joan Jackson
September 20, 2004
Your son died a hero. I know your loss of a lifetime with him cannot be replaced. May you find peace and feel his love still with you. Joan Jackson
Sandi Daoust
September 20, 2004
I am sincerely sorry for your most painful loss. Though the sacrifice was huge, you must be so proud of this fine young man. I lost a son three years ago, so I know how difficult this will always be for you. You will miss him terribly. I pray that time helps to heal your broken hearts and that God grants you the comfort you need. God bless your family. To your son, Thank you.
Kenna Whittaker
September 20, 2004
I did not know your son but I am so sorry for you loss. I wanted to thank you, for your son, and for the ultimate price he gave, so that we may be free. You can be so proud of him. He was a braver 20 year old then most 40 year olds. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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