Pfc. Michael A. Arciola
Pfc. Michael A. Arciola
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Thomas Kennedy
January 3, 2025
To my friend I will always remember are.talk about the sand box I pray for you and your mother brother and sister until we.meet again
Marcelo guevara
October 7, 2023
My deepest condolences on the loss of your son Micheal. I am a retired NY State Trooper who patrolled Westchester County, and the village of Elmsford. I am also a Cold War Army Veteran. It was my honor to visit the memorial that was created at your home after Michael made the ultimate sacrifice. I actually brought my father, a Veteran of the Korean War. We both shared tears and felt humbled before Michael's memorial. I recently watched a documentary on Arlington and was moved to see the yearly journey of Michael's mother. Please be assured that Michael's sacrifice and service is remembered and honored. God bless his soul and all who knew him.
Charlie Gili
March 31, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Arciola Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
February 28, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola:
It has truly been my honor to sign Michael's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Michael will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
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April 30, 2012
To the family and friends of Michael Aricola, I continue to offer my sorrow for your hardship. I wish to express how grateful and proud I am of your loved one for the sacrifice that he made for what may seem the "greater good." Thanking you for sharing his legacy.
Peggy Childers
February 16, 2012
February 15, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola:
Always remembering Michael. "Some gave all."
Julio Rodriguez
September 1, 2011
To the families of our American Heroes,
I want to thank each of you for your personal
sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in
your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the
ages to come.
RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20
A greatful Veteran
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Vietnam 64,65,66,68-6
Angela Caffaro
March 18, 2011
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful son. When in deep
relaxation with your eyes closed picture his face and mentally speak
to him. He will get the message and your love. It is like sending a
letter to him in heaven. Peace, Angela
Novella Ford
February 20, 2011
To the family of PFC Michael A. Arciola:
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your son while in service to our country. I just saw the segment on Oprah and was deeply moved by your appearance. Please know that his ultimate sacrifice meant continued freedom for this great nation and his death was not in vain. I will keep you and the rest of his family and friends in my prayers. He will never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
February 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola:
Please accept my remembrance of Michael on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Elizabeth Raab
January 30, 2011
You will never be forgotten!!
Mary Beth Radford
January 27, 2011
I've been to Section 60 many times, but the next time I'm there, I'll visit Michael. I saw you on Oprah today and, while I can't say that I know how you feel, I have a good friend who can. You've probably met her in Section 60. Her name is Beth Belle and her son's name is Nicholas Kirven. Cherish the memories of your sweet son.
January 27, 2011
I was deeply touched by the segment today on oprah. I am so sorry for the loss. What a sweet soul- may he rest in peace.
Rhonda Kirkpatrick
January 27, 2011
To the family of PFC Michael Arciola: I saw you on the Oprah show today. I too am a Gold Star mother and understand the need to visit my son's grave and the fear of him being forgotten. Our son is just buried 1 mile from our home and we can visit daily. You are a very brave Mother and I appreciate you helping to keep our fallen heroes memories alive.
God Bless You and your Family
Rhonda Kirkpatrick
Mom of PFC David Austin Kirkpatrick
KIA 4-27-07 Fallujah Iraq
Gary
January 27, 2011
A true American hero.God bless Michael and his family.Your heroism will never be forgotten.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
January 27, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Maria Olvera
January 27, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola, may your sweet memories be your consolation.
Elizabeth Raab
January 15, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
February 15, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola:
Remembering Michael 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
Brian Danuff
December 1, 2009
I am an 11-year old and play Little League Baseball at Michael Arciola Field. I learned all about him, as did my teamtates, during the opening ceremonies this past spring. His uniform and cap from when he played is hung up in the home dugout, and we honor him everyday by gathering around his uniform and saying a prayer. THank you Mr. Arciola for your dedication to our country.
Sincerely,
Brian Danuff #13
Kenna Larra
July 8, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
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Peggy Childers
February 15, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola:
Michael 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
Willis Lee
June 13, 2008
although i only knew michael for a very short period of time, i had the pleasure of talking with him about how much he loved serving his country, and his love for korean food. he was a great soldier and a great person, and will be missed.
the Buck family
May 7, 2008
To the family and friends of Pfc. Michael A. Arciola, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God comfort and bless your family.
April 28, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Arciola!
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
February 15, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the ARCIOLA family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten..Rest well brother as was prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel is FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation..THANK..YOU..Respectfully.....HO..YAAH.........B.V.C.
Susan Stanley
November 5, 2007
Dear relatives of Michael, my son SSGT Russell J. Verdugo is buried in Arlington National Cemetery along with your hero. I took some photos last Memorial Day Week-end 2007 and have a photo of your Michael’s grave site and marker. It includes MOM grieving at the stone. It was wonderful to meet mom as a fellow Gold Star Mother my self. If you would like a copy emailed to you, please let me know. I know we are so very proud of our fallen heroes, but we miss them so.
In loving remembrance of our heroes!
Gold Star Mother,
October 3, 2007
To a hero:
THANK YOU so much for all that you have done. You were truly a angel on earth.My sympanthy to the whole family. And thank you for allowing us to contiune to have this freedom that we get to enjoy each and every day. For every fallen soldier there is a star in the heavens and I will countiune to bow my head and pray.
R.I.P Angel
Bliven Family
August 17, 2007
Dear Arciola Family,
I realize there is NOTHING that could be said to you that could ever ease the loss that your family has endured... I wouldn't even begin to try.
I simply felt the need to convey my deepest, heart felt condolences, to those that lived nearest me...
I SIMPLY HAD TO reach out to those that lived closest to me and let their families know that the sacrifice that their SONS & DAUGHTERS have made ARE NOT, and WILL NOT be forgotten, and were not made in vain!
We gladly add your beloved son to our prayers, along with ALL of our other fallen Sons & Daughters!
God Bless YOU and YOUR FAMILY, and "MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU!"
PROUD UNCLE OF THREE (3) "CURRENTLY SERVING" U.S. SOLDIERS
James A. (U.S. Army)
Justin B. (U.S. Army)
Charles C. (U.S. Air Force)
.
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)
July 15, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Arciola and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Garnet Jenkins
February 14, 2007
A Multitude of Thanks, to this Brave Young Soldier, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. Thank you for your Courage, and your unselfish Dedication and your Service.
Rest In Peace Pfc. Michael A. Arciola, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Arciola family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
December 4, 2006
God bless you, Arciola family.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 19, 2006
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 HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 20, 2006
To the Arciola family. I signed Michael’s guest book previously. I live fairly close to Arlington National Cemetery and I go there often. Each time I am there I stop by and honor Michael. I also pray for each of you. Know that Michael will never be forgotten and I promise that I will continue to visit Michael.
Tom
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 21, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Arciola family in the loss of Michael. I did not know Michael, 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. Michael it has been a year 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~
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
February 7, 2006
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
Erica Green
November 26, 2005
The Love that was seen when our Mikey left Earth, was the Love that he saw and gave everyday he was here. My grandmother even loved him. His grandmother and father have lived down the street since before Mike and I were born. Mike would come over and visit. I remember once when Mike invited myself and Mike Cerone to his grandmother's to watch a fight. The memories of that night, having the privilage to be graced with such a sweet man's presence are some of the many wonderful memories that I will hold on to forever. The last time that Mike came home to visit, My grandmother took him by the hand and said, "Michael you are so beautiful." The day we found out, the 16th of Febuary, was my 20th birthday. My grandmother and I cired all that night. Michael will always be beautiful, inside and out. xoxo Endless props to Mrs. Arciola aka the Strongest Women in the Universe!!!
Kirk W. Boland
November 11, 2005
Dear Robert,
We saw the tribute on the CBS Evening News tonight (Nov. 11, 2005) that you did for your fallen son , Michael and the other fallen Heroes from your county.
You will inspire others.
We salute you.
kirkwboland
Louis Hodgson
November 11, 2005
I do not know the Arciola family but was deeply touched when I saw Michael's dad tell about Michael on a television news broadcast.
Lou
Wanda Cobb
August 6, 2005
I too am a mother of a "Warrior." I cry everytime I hear of a soldier's death. I don't know them, but as a mother, I ache. Please accept my heart felt sympathy.
C L
August 3, 2005
Your son stood in harm's way and sacrificed all for my family. We will not forget and pray that God will bless and comfort you as you carry on.
Susan Johnson
April 25, 2005
Thank you our American hero. I am humbled and deeply grateful for your sacrifice for my freedom and the freedom of others. May God bless your family and bring them peace and comfort.
ROBERT MAUGHAN
March 16, 2005
TO PFC ARCIOLA FAMILY MY SYMPATHY. HE WAS ONE OF AMERICAS BEST.
Erin King
March 5, 2005
We love you and miss you so much Mike. You'll always be with us in our hearts. <3
Lisa Woehrle
March 4, 2005
U'll be missed Mike. RIP
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