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J. Roy
May 29, 2017
I went to boot camp with you brother. India company 3089. I also served in Iraq the same time you did. I remember hearing about what happened to you that day and it still gets to me. You're always remembered my brother! Semper Fi
July 28, 2015
I will never forget you brother. HM3 Tims, Brooks Neal 3/4 scout snipers.
Peggy Childers
April 26, 2012
April 7, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Juan C. Venegas:
Always remembering Juan. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
April 24, 2011
April 7, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Juan C. Venegas:
Please accept my remembrance of Juan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
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Rhys Hartung 3/4/W
April 7, 2011
Juan,
Gone, but still never forgotten. Guard the streets of heaven my brother. We will one day meet again.
L Neal
April 4, 2011
To the family of Lance Cpl. Juan C. Venegas:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
Serad
April 14, 2010
I served with Venegas over in Iraq.He was a good man, calm and collected. I still remember hearing about his death that horrible morning. It was a shock to everyone. I can tell you that he knew he was doing the right thing for his family and his country. He denied many insurgents the opportunity to kill one of his fellow Marines. I will forever be greatful for that. Take care buddy.
Peggy Childers
April 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Juan C. Venegas:
Remembering Juan 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
Kenna Larra
July 2, 2009
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Peggy Childers
April 12, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Juan C. Venegas:
Juan 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
May 3, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Venegas!
Patricia Villanueva
April 29, 2008
My heart felt condolences to you and your family I lost a brother in Da Nang Vietnam 1968. I still hurt when I remember him but God will carry you through the pain. With faith we cross through many fires and survive. God bless you and your family now and always Paty (Illinois)
Barbara Bobrick
April 22, 2008
I am so sorry for the loss of your son Juan. I feel his loss deeply. I have two sons who served with the marines in Iraq over the past 4 years. I know it's like living in hell. I will never forget the ultimate sacrafice Juan made for our country and he and his family will always be remembered in my prayers.
Debra Estep
April 7, 2008
To the family and friends of Juan.
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
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 Juan, but he is my hero.
xo xo
Deb
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Debbie , Kenny Coffey
April 7, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the VENEGAS family and all .Knowing now what they have always known is one of the many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed and in your honor 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 greatfull nation..THANK YOU...All Hard Chargers..If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you..We have one and all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST..We were gathered and united on that great day as strangers,as we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are........FOREVER BROTHERS..........SEMPER FI..............B.V.C....
Shawn Hess
December 10, 2007
I would just like to say Im sorry war has been so hard in everyones life and I know god has been with him sence his death. I was hurt that night I was one of the marine who where on call to get him and it was awake up call for me. I hope that everything is going good and wish your family a good holidays.
August 14, 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)
July 16, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Venegas and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
FDNY
May 28, 2007
A true hero that will never be forgotten.
Garnet Jenkins
April 7, 2007
In Remembrance of Lance Cpl. Juan C. Venegas, with a Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Marine's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Juan Rest Safely in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Venegas 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.
Dee McHugh
April 6, 2007
It will be Easter in 2 days. I feel compelled to post some words of gratitude, but struggle for the correct words that would express my appreciation adequately, but know that my son serves in the Corps with the 1/5 Unit at Camp Pendleton. May love and pleasant memories of you surround your family and friends this Easter.
Donna DeStefano
March 13, 2007
God be with you and your family. Your Marine is shining in Heaven watching over his fellow Marines on duty. My son left yesterday for Iraq from North Carolina.
Patricia Gravel
January 6, 2007
Juan Thank You for being our hero God Bless Family and Friends and Thank You Mother of a Marine
Blanca Rojas
October 20, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 14, 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. 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. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Pat Perkins - Kard
July 14, 2006
In time, there will come a day when the tears of sorrow will softly flow into sighs of remembrance. Your heart will begin to heal itself.
Grieving will be interrupted by episodes of joy; and you will hear the whisper of hope.
There will come a day when you will welcome the pangs of remembrance as a sun shower of the soul; a turning of the tide; the promise of peace.
There will come a day when you will risk loving, go on believing,
and treasure the remembering.
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Juan was a very good and brave man. There are not enough words to express what he has meant to those he served with. You have much to be proud of. We pray that our Savior – in whose presence he now rests – will comfort you and ease the pain of this loss.
Your son was a US Marine and part of our family, his loss affects us all.
Please know that we have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
A Proud Mom of a US Marine
Pat Coates
June 12, 2006
May God bless you
Giovanni Cubero
May 25, 2006
Juan you are what every man strives to be. A hero. You will always be missed my friend.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
May 13, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
bryan calhoun
May 13, 2006
my deepest sympythy and condolences to the family of this true american hero, i myself am a ssgt. in the u.s. Marines, and i understand the level of trust, and commitment that is placed on not just the Marines who serve but the family's who go on and live, without a loved one. there are not enough words to express that kind of anguish, but you the family of lance cpl.juan c. venegas, have tremendous courage and you will survive his memory with remembering him for what he was to your family, a beloved son, and much much more...
Lisa Carroll
May 12, 2006
Thank you for your service to your country -- I'm the daughter of a WWII vet, it's people like you that make this country so great. Rest in peace, Juan.
Ivan Lopez
April 7, 2006
Juan it is a year since you passed. Your family and friends miss you very much. You are with us in spirit and we will never forget a the great man you were and a great friend.
Molly Casas
January 25, 2006
To the family of Lance CPL. Juan Venegas: May God Bless you always, Juan will always have a place in my heart.
Proud Marine Mom of Lance Corporal Robert Casas.
Eva Natividad
January 9, 2006
To: Family and Friends
I just want to thank all of you for your kind words and support. I feel your pain and your love you all have for my cousin, losing Juan has been really hard on all of us. Always remember that his family and friends meant the world to him. I also want to let you all know that Juan's car has been repaired and I know he's happy about that, even though they never recieved the money that should have fixed Juan's car, his parents knew how much his car meant to him. I'm really happy to say it's done. Thank you to all Juan's friends, and also for the people who didn't know my cousin, thanks for your kind words and support.
I Love You Juan! You will always be my baby cousin and hero.
Love Always, Your cousin Eva
Pat, A.K.A. "Beaver" Haskins
January 5, 2006
Juan, it's hard to put into words the pain and sadness I've felt since you've left. I miss your presence a lot and wish you were still here. But I know that even though you aren't here physically, you are constantly here in spirit, watching over me. I know that even though you are gone for now, I will see you again someday in heaven. The impact you had on me and everyone you came across was like no other. You are one of a kind and I consider myself very fortunate to have known you and been your friend. You made sacrifices most of us would never had made. You gave your life so others could live, and that cannot be forgotten or taken away. You truly are a hero in my book and I will miss you until the day we meet again. I love you, and may you rest in peace, Juan.
Semper Fi
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 15, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Venegas family in the loss of your dear son/brother and hero Juan. I did not know your son, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man. 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.
I send each of you a hug from my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
~Alicia, Mariam, Juan, & Sally~ (summer'04)
Alicia Ciari
December 9, 2005
~Juan, you are alwayz in our thoughts and always in our hearts, we all miss you so much and I will never forget you. Summer of 2004 was the best and I had a great time. May you rest in peace and be sure that you will never be forgotten. Love Alwayz, XoXo~Alicia~XoXo
Elisia Huerta
November 17, 2005
Juan~
The love we all felt 4 you is something that can never be explained, the memories you left are times that wont ever leave our thoughts, the love that you shared with each and every one of us will always be cherished and never forgotten.
Every part of you is left in everyone you loved and everyone that loved you in return. You were a soldier in the Marines and a soldier to us. A FIGHTER TIL THE END!
You touched my heart in so many ways. I know that you will continue to watch over all of us until we meet again in heaven. Guide us in the right direction and protect us as you would have done when you were here with us.
I LOVE U JUAN. Your smile will always be remembered and held close to my heart.
~THE GREATEST HERO I'VE EVER KNOWN~
R.I.P. JUAN
~SEMPER FI!~
Julia Velez
October 12, 2005
Juan,
Words can not describe how much you are missed and loved. Although you are not physically here, I feel you in my heart and I see you in my dreams. I think of you everyday. I think about all the things we did together and all the different places we went to. How you could turn any situation into the best time of my life just by being you. Your sense of humor and spontaneousness drew me to you but the way you cared for and loved the people around you is what kept me near. The relationship we had was one that I could never have with another human being. You are one of the most important people in my life. I am who I am today because of you and I am grateful for that. I would like to thank your parents for bringing you into this world. If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be so lucky to have had such a brave and admirable friend.(And by knowing them, I can see where you got those qualities from.)You will always be a hero in my eyes. I love you and I’ll see you when I get there.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal"
Jessica Giuliani
October 5, 2005
Although I did not know you, I'm sure you were a wonderful person, Everyone that knew you must have been very grateful to know someone like you, you probably have touched many peoples lives. Thank You for fighting for this country, fighting for us, Even though you are not here with us, you are in God's world now, and I know you are looking down upon each and everyone of us, Every angel gets their wings, and I know you probably have yours already, I pray that your soul is resting in peace, and that you will watch over us, as every angel does:) May your memory live on forever..
-Jess-
Jen Young
October 5, 2005
thoughts and prayers r wit u and the family! juan u were a great person to my best friend mariam, she thought soo much of u and loved u with all of her heart, soul and mind,"and you took her heart with you the day you returned to our lord and savior"and mariam holds u in her heart whereever she goes, and ur her guardian angel and even tho i talked to u on the phone once, u seemed like a very nice guy, even tho i have neva met u but someday ill getta meet u up in heaven..i will keep a good eye on mariam for u while ur looking down on her from heaven...u will be missed dearly, and thanks for serving r country and i appreciate what u have all done for us! may god bless RIP..I would also like to extend love on behalf of my husband. You'll always be his brother in arms. love always Jen Young
Brenda Freeman
August 24, 2005
Thank you for being such fine example of honor and integrity to your friends and family. Thank you also for saving Golden's life. This world needs more men like you.
ERICA MARISSA VENEGAS
April 25, 2005
TO MY BIG BRO JUAN,
U WILL ALWAYS BE MY ROLE MODEL, I ALWAYS LOOKED UP 2 U. I'LL TRY MY BEST 2 SEE THAT ALL YOUR WISHES 4 US COME TRUE, WE'LL HAVE THAT HOUSE U ALWAYS WANTED,MELY' PIANO,I'LL GO 2 SCHOOL SOON AND GET MY LICENCE,AND WE'LL GET YOUR CAR FIXED SOON. I KNOW YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS ALWAYS CAME FIRST I'LL TRY AND LOOK OUT AFTER THE GIRLS THE BEST I CAN BUT THEY R A HANDFULL I'M REALLY GOING 2 NEED YOUR HELP ON THAT. YOU'LL NEVER BE FAR FROM MY THOUGHTS AND I'LL ALWAYS PROTECT YOU CUZ EVEN THOUGH YOUR NOT HERE TO PROTECT YOURSELF I'LL DO IT 4 U AND I'M SURE THE GUYS WILL BACK ME UP. I'LL NEVER LET ANYBODY SAY ANYTHING BAD ABOUT U CUZ THERES NOTHING THEY CAN SAY. I KNOW YOUR UP THERE WATCHING ALL OF US AND U KNOW WHOSE WRONG OR RIGHT ABOUT ANY DECISIONS I'VE HAD 2 MAKE,U ALWAYS SAID FAMILY AND FRIENDS COME FIRST.I'M ONLY THINKING ABOUT WHAT U WOULD WANT, I THINK I'D KNOW, WE SPENT OUR LIVES TOGETHER. I'LL ALWAYS HAVE YOUR BACK.
LOVE ALWAYS YOUR SISTER ERICA OR MARISSA, THATS WHAT U CALL ME
Leanette Venegas
April 24, 2005
Dear Cousin Juan,
I'll always miss you and you know that, also I'll keep you in my heart always and forever. I visited you this afternoon and we were going crazy with my aunt trying to find the andgel that Julia got you. Luckily we found it. Well I'll visit you next week with my aunt, your mom, yeah and it was funny when Brianna was offering you some hot cheetos because Mely said not to eat or else you'd want some. I'm not sure if you got any though. You're still alive for us we talk to you and visist you when we want to.
Love always,
Leanette
jaime serrano
April 24, 2005
my dear cousin juan carlos may you rest in peace we all miss you very much,and know that you are watching us from heaven and can see what an impact you have left in our city and in our country ,last time we saw you was on my birthday ,will will never forget you ,you have brought us all closer together through your love for our family and for our country . love jaime and rebecca serrano.
grissel navarro
April 21, 2005
Familia Venegas: Con mucho dolor y tristeza les escribo estas letras. Siento mucho lo que estan sufriendo en estos momentos. Yo vivi con ustedes en la casa de la Angela St. cuando yo tenia 18 anos, ya hace como 14 anos y Juan tenia como unos 7 o 8. Lo recuerdo como un nino muy jugeton que siempre cuidaba a su hermana menor, Erica. Recuerdo que la familia Venegas siempre era una familia muy unida y por eso me duele tanto lo que les a pasado. Yo hoy vivo en Indiana pero desdeaca estoy rezando por ustedes y por Juan, yo se que quizasas no sea mucho consuelo ahorita pero su hijo no murio en vano, el es un verdadero heroe. Que Dios los bendiga hoy y siempre.
Grissel Navarro
Ashley
April 20, 2005
Juan,
May God greet you with open arms and be with the ones you loved. You were and will always be a hero. My thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost this wonderful and honourable man. God Bless You.
Susan Johnson
April 19, 2005
May God bless yor family at this time of loss and bring them peace and comfort. I did not know Lance Cpl. Venegas. I am humbled and eternally grateful for the selfless sacrifice of all of our courageous heros fighting for the freedom of others. You will never be forgotten brave soldier. You will live in the hearts and prayers of America forever. May you now find rest in the loving arms of Jesus.
RODOLFO CORREA
April 18, 2005
DEAR JUAN: MI FAMILIA Y YO ESTAMOS MUY TRISTES Y CONMOVIDOS POR TU PARTIDA, FUIMOS TUS VECINOS HACE COMO UN QUINQUENIO, SIN EMBARGO TE FELICITAMOS POR TU HEROISMO Y LAMENTAMOS GRANDEMENTE TU PARTIDA, NUSTRAS MAS SINCERAS CONDOLENCIAS PARA TUS PAPAS,DON JUAN Y DONA MARIA
Y TUS HERMANAS, QUE DIOS NUESTRO SENOR
ESTE CONTIGO EN ESTE MOMENTO, NOSOTROS ORAMOS POR TI JUAN. GRACIAS
Heather Gutierrez
April 17, 2005
Juan,
It has been a long time since we have talked. But everytime I saw your sister I always asked about you. You were never far from my thoughts. I prayed you would come home safe. I will always remember you with a smile on your face loving life and hanging with your boys. I am praying for your family and Erica I am always here for you. Thank you Juan for your termendous sacrifice. I will be eternally grateful.
CarrieAnn Camposano
April 15, 2005
Juan,
We will rejoice in the sun as you help sweep away the clouds for it to shine through. We will dance in the rain as you help to pour it out. We will not forget the love and kindness you shared with all. I pray that our memories of you shall continue to shine in all the eyes that have loved you. We shall miss you dearly and remember you with great honor and joy. Your family and your dear Mariam will be in our prayers.
Dina
April 15, 2005
Juan, may God rest your soul and be with your close ones through this difficult time. The world has lost an amazing person and you will be truly missed. My heart goes out to your family, fiancee, and friends and they will be in my prayers. You are a true hero and I am so honored that I had the opportunity to know you.
Mariam Khoury
April 13, 2005
To my beloved fiancee Juan Carlos, my heart aches as I mourn and miss my best friend, my love, a part of my family and the happiness that you brought to me. The world has lost an exceptional individual and I have never been anything less than proud of you for all that you are, all that you gave, and all that you became. The Lord rest your soul as you sit together and watch over us my angel. I love you. Love Always, Your fiancee, Mariam (hija). xoxo
Christina Daugherty
April 13, 2005
May you rest in peace. My prayers are with your family and friends. You are a true hero, thank you for all that you did. God Bless you!
Ashley Tarnow
April 13, 2005
I am so sorry for you lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My god be with you.
Brian Mosman
April 12, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed my friend.
Greg Evans
April 11, 2005
Rest in peace friend and may your family be strong
Ivan Lopez
April 11, 2005
Juan,
I am going to miss you very much. We have been friends since we were little kids. It feels like you and I were brothers. We went to school together. Your family and friends miss you a lot. I still can not believe that you are gone I am still thinking you are at war fighting for your country. Juan one day we will be together again. I am not saying good bye but i am saying i will see you laters bro.
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