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Charlie Gili
February 12, 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 Eric Ross 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
Renee' Ross
October 16, 2015
Eric, I miss you everyday! Your nephew's are missing you too! I love you!' Til we meet again
Peggy Childers
February 18, 2013
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross:
It has truly been my honor to sign Eric'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 Eric will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Pfc Alonzo
September 27, 2012
I remember sgt ross when we were both in hhq in 2-7 cav. he used to be the gunner for the battalin xo. i was reminising in the time i was in the army sad to say i was the first to get hurt in our first deployment he had just gotten married the yeat before i beliive. may god rest his soul.
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July 6, 2012
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July 6, 2012
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July 6, 2012
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July 6, 2012
Eric
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Eric
July 6, 2012
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July 6, 2012
Bonnie Dwyer
April 7, 2012
The Maine Home of the Brave Quilt Project would like to present a quilt to the next of kin. Please contact me for more information.
Bonnie Dwyer, Coordinator
Maine Home of the Brave Quilt Project
February 11, 2012
I will never forget Eric - may God bring comfort and strength to you and his friends. Honor and remember always...Never Forget
Peggy Childers
February 10, 2012
February 9, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross:
Always remembering Eric. "Some gave all."
Cole Combs
May 4, 2011
Another friend of mine I served with died last week and it got me thinking about Eric again. Me and him were on the same Bradley crew long ago at Fort Hood, and he was always a good friend. I guess I just want who ever reads this to know that he hasn't been forgotten.
Jarrell & Noramae Shaw
February 12, 2011
To the family of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross:
We're the parents of SS Alan Shaw, we lost him the same time, as you lost your loved one. We hope you are having more good days than bad.
We hope the lives of our sons continue to mean something important to those who knew them.
We still have people tell us how much they appreciate our son. It always helps to know they aren't forgotten.
May God Bless You With Comfort.
Ryan Krantz
February 11, 2011
Lest Never Be Forgotten
Peggy Childers
February 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross:
Please accept my remembrance of Eric on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Jarrell & Noramae Shaw
July 29, 2010
We are the parents of SSG. Alan Shaw that was killed the same day as your loved one. We just want you to know we are thinking of you and can truly say we know what you are going through.
Kevin Badger
June 5, 2010
I met Eric's father just last weekend up in Baxter State Park while looking for a missing hiking who had gone off the trail. I knew his father because we graduated from the same high school though we graduated 11 years from each other and worked on the same ambulance service.
As a fellow combat vet of many operations, I just wanted to say to the family and friends of SSG Eric Ross that I am so very sorry for your loss.
Kevin Badger
SF Medical Sgt
Peggy Childers
February 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross:
Remembering Eric 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
Peter Green
May 24, 2009
It is with great respect and humility that I express my gratitude to Staff SGT Eric Ross and his family
Kenna Larra
February 17, 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 my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,400 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
Peggy Childers
February 9, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross:
Eric 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 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Ross!
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 8, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Ross and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Susan Alford
June 23, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My ex-brother in law was Alan Shaw, who was also lost that day, and I just wanted you to know that you have my deepest sympathy!
Bert Holler
May 19, 2007
Please accept our prayers and condolences during these hard times. We know what you are going through. On January 22, 2007 we lost our son-in-law Spec. Nicholas P. Brown in Iraq. He left behind a young wife and newborn son. Nick was in 2/7 Cav and loved being a soldier. Because of him I am signing all the Guest Books of all the Fallen Soldiers of 1st Cavalry Division. Please know that you are in our prayers and Eric will never be forgotten. Thank you,
ROBYN Garside
May 4, 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 ON FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
micah bickmore
April 21, 2007
he was a great father brother and a all around good family guy im his brother thank you all for the sympathy
Sandy Bonesteel
April 16, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Mel
March 31, 2007
Rest in Peace, Eric. You will not be forgotten.
Ryan Krantz
March 22, 2007
This is Spc.Krantz I knew Eric a long time ago. Back in Ft.Hood when Tommy and myself would hang out with him. I sure did wish that we could all do it again sometime. But it will have to wait till we meet again in heaven. He was a great man and I know he will live on through his children. I send my love and condolences to his family and greater friends than I. I wish there was more to be said but there are not to many words that I can think of, But to the family stay strong and remember what great things he did how he made jokes at even the hard times.
Trudy Lowe
March 12, 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.
ERIC PARRIE
March 6, 2007
My name is former Staff Sergeant Eric Parrie and I served with ERIC Ross in the first deployment, we were good friends and i have a picture of us deploying for the first time to Iraq in 2004. eric was a great soldier and person. It floored me when i saw that he was no longer with us. My heart goes out to his family and especially his children. You all will be in my prayers
Karen Hickman
March 5, 2007
On behalf of Gold Star Siblings, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 4, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ross family in the loss of Eric. I did not know Eric, 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. Eric 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~
Glen
March 3, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history…they 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
March 3, 2007
Please accept the condolences of this military family. We will honor Eric and his sacrifice by remembering him in our prayers of thankfulness, and will keep his loved ones in our prayers that you find peace and comfort in the Lord.
Bob Fantelli
February 24, 2007
Feb 24 07
Dear Alison
I just learned of the recent tragic events in your young life and want to express my deepest sympathy. I understand how difficult it is to experience the death of someone you love and realze no matter what the circumstances, no words can truly describe the emotional trauma you are experiencing.
Although I do no know you nor did I know your courageous beloved husband Eric, i can empatize with you as I have walked the walk myself in the loss of my beloved wife 19 months ago.
Things seem so unreal,unfair and most of all, empty.
I know nothing can replace Eric or take away the emotional pain you are experiencing. All we can do is try to reduce the pain and that is why I am recommending a couple of books that hae helped reduce some of my pain-"Hello from Heaven" by Bill Guggenheim and "Why Bad Things Happen to Good People"
By Rabbi Harold Kuchner. Pamphlets on grieving can also help. A belief in a Power Greater than us--A Supreme Being" is also consoling.
I send this message from the bottom of my heart and hold you and your soon to be born baby in my prayers.
Robert Fantelli
Paxton,MA
February 23, 2007
My Dearest Alison and Erics Family
May God ease your heart in this time of loss. Not a day goes by that you are ALL not in my prayers. God bless you and keep strong because time will heal your heart. Eric was brave and always so thoughtful. Alsion, remember when I would call and he would talk to me for an hour, giving me "man advice"... that is the type of man to remember him by. Your Brave and Selfless Soldier.
I Love You... Military Wives stick together, I am your glue. Call when You need me.
Love, Angela Burns
Bonnie Blythe and Daniel Heakin
February 21, 2007
Please accept our condolences for the tragic loss of Eric. We are related by marriage to Capt. Jennifer Harris who died on Feb. 7 in Iraq. Our thoughts are with you on this painful day of laying your loved one to rest. May you find peace within you and know that many are thinking about you.
Susan Peterson
February 20, 2007
To the family of SSGT Eric Ross - My heartfelt sorrow at the loss of your husband, father, son, brother, friend...Eric was one of the soldiers in our adopted program. I was so blessed to meet him when he came through Pease in New Hampshire on Oct 4, 2006. I pray that as the days go by, that precious memories will bring you comfort and that God will be with you during these difficult days ahead. May you find comfort in His strength. I thank Eric for his sacrafice to keep us safe and for our freedom.
Blessings,
Susan Peterson
(Mom of SPC Alex Peterson)
Sonia Blankenship
February 20, 2007
My son Scott Siggins served with Eric, he was very proud and thankfull to have him next to him, like brothers. Having lost my oldest son last summer I can only say how sorry I am for your loss, I know what you are all feeling and going through. May God Bless you and comfort during this time of pain and sorrow. Pls feel free to contact me at any time.
Sincerly,
Paul Danforth
February 19, 2007
To the Family of Staff Sgt. Ross: Our hearts are deeply saddened to hear of such a tragic loss, for you and all of us. My wife and I will lift all of your family up in prayer for comfort, although knowing it falls short of filling that emptiness you feel. We are so very sorry and wish to thank Eric for his sacrifice in order to protect the rest of us. We are personally grateful to him.
Elaine Danks
February 17, 2007
To the family of SSgt. Eric Ross:
My heart aches for you as I know well the magnitude of your loss. The son-husband-father sized hole in your hearts will always be there but hopefully the pride you can rightly feel in him and the honorable way he lived his life will help ease that wound. The rest of us will be forever in his debt, and yours, for the ultimate sacrifice he made for all of us.
I wrote the following to read at the service at Arlington for my own fallen father. It is for Eric too.
A Fallen Hero Comes This Way
Hush, hush...The word goes out across the land:
A fallen Hero come this way!
Be still, O Seas! Be silent, Wind!
All creatures in a solemn vigil stand.
Their whispered cries swell and wing into space
past far-flung stars that gaze, forlorn;
while in somber clouds puffed with tears,
an ashen sun sinks to bury its face.
Though monuments be raised and tributes paid,
such meager acts affront the deed
of him whose youth and dreams -- and life
on Freedom's altar were so early laid.
With humble reverence we meet this day,
his death to mourn, his life to bless.
Hearts beat the cadence of his name.
Take heed: A fallen Hero comes this way.
~Elaine Ricketson Danks
Proud daughter of J.E. Ricketson, USN
Linda Rhodes
February 16, 2007
Heaven's Call
Heaven called and you were taken
So young to go, to young to know
The call of heaven did not wait
Your time here a short stay
You were called away
To be part of God’s everlasting garden
Borrowed seed from the Master
A small little bud that graced us with your beauty
Now returned upon heaven’s call
A finely chosen rose
Taken before it bloomed
Before your beauty had time to unfold
He is the Gardner and you his prize winning bud
Perhaps He seen a storm that you could not with stand
So he picked you before the wind would fall
The memories forever etched in our hearts
Our little bud now blooms
With the angels up on high
Scottie Berg
February 16, 2007
To the family of Staff Sgt. Ross,
I am so sorry for your loss. My son, Spc. Ryan Berg, was in Eric company. My son died in Iraq Jan. 9th, just a few weeks before Eric. I know my son was there to meet Eric and the others when they reach Heaven. Always know he will never be forgotten. I know what you all are going through. Just remember to take one day at a time. Move through each day soft and slowly. The entire family have been in my prayers. May you rest in peace Staff Sgt. Eric Ross.
Soft and Slowly,
Scottie Berg
(Mom of Spc. Ryan Berg)
B C
February 16, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Staff. Sgt. Ross. His bravery and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Thank you fallen hero.
Mark Urguess
February 15, 2007
May Sgt. Ross's patriotism, valor, and honor given as the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom of mankind never be forgotten nor in vain. Eric watches over us all now, and we shall not disappoint him in our unwaivering support of the cause he and the true constitutional American patriots so believe in. Our prayerful thoughts are with your family that you never give up for what is right and just. Good always overcomes evil in the long run. We honor you Staff Sgt. Eric Ross - you will be missed but never forgotten!
In God We Trust, Mark Urguess and Family (NH)
lindsay green
February 15, 2007
Eric,
I still don't believe it. You and BJ were like brothers. You made it through one tour together. I still can't believe you're not going to be on the flight home with them. We all had so many great times like when we over-flowed the toilet in the apartment. And you guys playing video games till countless hours of the night. Those memories are what is going to let bj make it through this. Thank you for being a great friend to him. You meant the world to all of us.
February 15, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Tami Littleton
February 14, 2007
May God be with you and bring you His comfort and peace.
Kate
February 14, 2007
I am so very sorry for your loss. It's devastating and heartbreaking. Please know that our hearts break too and that our prayers and thoughts are with your family. Eric is in a happy, safe place and will no doubt be with you always. God bless you.
Ruth and AL Brack
February 14, 2007
Rest in peace our dear hero. You and your family will be forever in our thoughts and prayers.
February 14, 2007
THANK YOU FOR PROTECTING OUR FUTURES... YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
REST IN PEACR DEAR HERO
Bruce and Karen Thurston
February 14, 2007
When I'm Gone
When I come to the end of my journey
And I travel my last weary mile,
Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned.
Forget unkind words I have spoken;
Remember some good I have done.
Forget that I ever had heartache
And remember I've had loads of fun.
Forget that I've stumbled and blundered
And sometimes fell by the way.
Remember I have fought some hard battles
And won, ere the close of the day.
Then forget to grieve for my going,
I would not have you sad for a day,
But in summer just gather some flowers
And remember the place where I lay,
And come in the shade of evening
When the sun paints the sky in the west
Stand for a few moments beside me
And remember only my best.
To the family SSGT Eric Ross,
Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences are extended to you for the loss you have endured.
Sincerely,
Blue Star Mothers of New Hampshire
Karen Hickman
February 13, 2007
On behalf of "Gold Star Siblings" Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Garnet Jenkins
February 13, 2007
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Staff Sgt. Eric Ross.
The price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Dedication and Service.
May Eric rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Ross family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage
and He shall strengthen your heart"
~ Psalm 27:14 ~
May the Peace of God and the memories of Eric, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~
Dennis & Pam Robertson
February 12, 2007
We are saddened to hear of the loss of another young soldier, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you during your time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle & Aunt of Lance Cpl James R. Davneport KIA 11/22/06
Gary Allain
February 12, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
SHIRLEY DONEY
February 11, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS IN HEAVEN TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT
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