Alexander Rosa Obituary

Alex you were such a great friend to me. I remember us playing freeze tag everytime you used to come over to visit. You always had such a great smile and told the best jokes. Thanks for being such a great friend. I really miss those days.

Did not meet Alex personally, but all the beautiful memories his family and especially his dear Mom have shared since he left to be with the Lord can only describe what a great young man he was. Thank you Alex for serving our country with pride . I cry everytime I read the stories your mom writes about you. What a strong woman. God bless her and her loved ones. She was very proud of you!!!!God bless your Grandma as well.. I cant imagine how much you are missed!!

Thinking of you today, as I often do. You were such a wonderful person, full of life and always ready to make people smile with your bigger than life personality and positive attitude. I can close my eyes and still hear your voice. I listen to music nowadays and laugh because I know what your reaction would be to most of the trash that's out there. I'll always think of you whenever I hear Biggie, Jay, Dipset (the red album for you, even though the blue was clearly the better of the two ::eye roll::), G-Unit, Mobb Deep, and the list goes on and on. Taken too soon.

You my dear are LEGENDARY!!!!! I've now lost count on the number of children to be named after you ALEXANDER THE GREAT... In the past month there is Michael Alexander dear to us and soon enough your own nephew Zion Alexander will be born. And so after the tears there is undoubtedly the biggest smile full of more Pride ever imagined. SPEECHLESS!!! WOW! I have never known anyone more loved than YOU.
You are always missed but the fact that I can call other kids ALEX, you are always here.
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
MISS YOU MORE
MOM DUKES

Always thinking of you cuz. When times get hard I look up at your picture on my wall and pray to you. Love you always

LOVE U ALWAYS...

MOM

Missing you always

And yes another special addition is on the way to carry on your Great name of Alexander....
MOM

Thinking about you more and more as I'm getting older Alex. I lost a best friend of mine at a age where it never made sense to me, and it still never will. But regardless your youngest cousin is stronger, loving and more full of life all because of you. I love you man, and await the day til we meet again.

And so I learned that there are in fact more children to carry on your name. It has left me such a proud mother, more than words can say. As of yesterday we are up to seventeen. And there will be more to come. People live their lives never realizing the impression that they might be leaving on people. Well you left way more than that. Truly a hero and some sort of a legend!!! From a mama's boy to ALEXANDER THE GREAT!
LOVE U ALWAYS
MISS U MORE
MOTHER

Till we meet again.. Missing you my grandson.. Hugs for you and your grandfather always!!

Always always always, thinking about you.
Your mom

Thinking of Alex today. My son was in the same Company so we remember Alex often. Our town, Oviedo, has an annual display to honor Florida's fallen. I took a photo of Alex's cross & wreath. I can't paste it here but would like to share it with his family.

Thinking of you and you're family. With great love from us,

Wow. I cannot believe what I am seeing. I had no idea. I am so sorry and proud to have served in the military with Alex without even knowing it. My condolences come from the bottom of my heart.

Alex,you were the best friend I could have ever hoped for. I miss you every day brother. I find myself talking to you at least once a day. I will never forget the way you were there for me when I needed a friend the most. No matter how mad, or sad I was, you always made me laugh and remember that life was worth living. You were always so full of life, laughter and energy. The world is a darcker and colder place without your light in it.
I'll never forget you.

Until we regroup,
Jeff

Dear Alex, Happy 30th Bday today. Had Broadway pizza and wings with Eric and Chris...while trying to celebrate Lil Alex Koch. Heineken no doubt. On the way home listened to the ipod all the way till I got near home. Turned the radio on and of course the one song that reminds me of driving down Fourth Ave Bklyn to your funeral was on. The moment I turned that radio on. I hated that song for so long, but it certainly was a sign. Always. I stopped to get balloons and some guy in the store has on a t-shirt that says Monterrey Ca. I believe that's where Ellie is. What are the chances on of all days your bday. Not that there aren't always signs because there are. You are loved by so many and never ever will be forgotten by anyone. Hard to believe that thirty years has passed. Ill never forget the day you were born. It was a great day.
Love you always
Miss you more
Your mother
J Rosa

Missing you battle

Thinking about you. Missing your voice. Your caring way. The way you appreciated simple stuff and the way you always enjoyed life on a daily basis. I think about how life is so short sometimes and wish others would realize the same. But some people don't necessarily have to think that way. I cant help but to think that way.
Another year is approaching and I can only hope for health and prosperity and better days to come.
Love u Always
Miss u More
Mother

As all souls and all saints days approach, again you came to me in my dream. Again we were together in my dream. You were very real. When these occurrences happen, I don't ever want to wake. Seeing you is so real. I remember last year about the same time I also had a dream with you. Although I don't dream about you often, I wish I would. I wake up a happier person just because I saw You.
I wish everyone could see you, though I know you are always on everyone's mind and in everyone's heart.
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
MISS YOU MORE
MOM

Life goes on. Time is flying. Some things change. Some remain the same. Although your presence is missed you are always here. Miss you and Love you
Mom

Thinking about you always, everyday. Never does a day go by that I don't think of you. I miss you, I'll never not. As do so many others. I will never understand why I am here and you are not. Just never will be fair that I get to enjoy simple things in life like my morning coffee.
I'll never get it.
Love you always
Miss you more
Mother

You will always be missed

Alex I think about you all the time and wish you were still here. you always brightened up the day when you were around. I talk to my boys about you all the time and I have a little girl coming :) She will know who you are too. Til we meet again my friend I love you
Melissa

Another year goes by and it still seems like yesterday..time does not heal wounds or make them easier.for me I am happy knowing that your grandfather is with you..when you left something inside of him went with you..though my heart is heavy not having him here I feel full knowing the three of you are together..your dad,you and pay.till we meet again and hang out like we used too......luv you today,tomorrow and always (((hugs)))) GMA

Alex, Today is the saddest day of my life, the day we all lost you.
You are an Angel
You were a Blessing
You made a Difference
You live through Others
You are Loved
Too Fly, Too Fresh, Too Clean
You are Missed Dearly
You are Remembered
You made the World a BETTER PLACE
You had A PURPOSE
You left Ellie behind and if she is anything like You...the world can still be a Better Place
Love you always
Miss you More...More than anyone else can possibly miss You
Your Mom (That's Yo Ma)

Thank you, Alex...

Alex, I just spoke with your Mom. She loves and misses you so much. I know you are up there loving on her right now and that love is comforting her. Your Mom touched my life a few years ago and I have heard so much about you that I feel like I know you. I wish I could have known you. I am praying for all your family.

Miss you everyday, but especially on this day because you always let me now that I was the best Mom I could be. I have to say that you always expressed your appreciation. I'll never forget that about you. And this New York Apple fell from a tree in Brooklyn and you musta fell from the same tree too!
Love you always
Miss you more

<3

happy birthday Alex!!

Alexander Koch...born3/18 who woulda thought!

Alex, just cleaning....really cleaning and it reminds me of how you always appreciated a clean house. You were always thankful. Got music on of course...Songs that remind me of you till I cant remember anymore.
Your passion for music was grand. Some stuff now would make your ears cringe! Spring is coming and its always a reminder of your birth. New Life in every way in the springtime. That was You. Life.
At times I just sit and remember...I wonder what you would look like though you would more than likely look the same. Just cooler and wiser. Eric will have his son Alexander soon. Alexander Koch. You woulda never got over that name. I am more than proud for baby number ten to carry Your name. You really were the FREAKIN BEST!
One of a kind....more than words can say.
I SMILE
IM THE PROUDEST MOM
EVER!
Love You Always
Miss You More
More than Anyone
Ever

Something always happens that makes me think of you..I'll pass by a place we visited before, I'll hear a voice that sounds like yours, or a song that I can 'hear' you singing. I'll never forget you. You're always in my thoughts.

Alex the days and years go by but will never be the same without you in them. Holidays are pretty sad behind the smiles. You were the happiest person around. Simple things made you happy like family, food, and music. Some people don't realize and take it all for granted. You truly enjoyed every moment of your LIFE. That makes me smile. I try to carry on the same way. The tears fall, but I try. Your voice remains in my ear, your hugs around my neck, your love for life on my mind, your memories in my heart. I miss you today and forever.
Love you always
Miss you more
J Rosa

I am thinking of you today on this Veterans Day. I will never forget how you touched my life through your Mom. Thank you and your family and all Veterans for their sacrifices. We owe all of you so much.

Dear Alex, Love u, Love u, Love u...
Btw Avery ran the ROCK N roll MARATHON IN YOUR HONOR. He ran about a nine minute mile... not bad but not as good as U. We love U AND MISS U DEARLY.
TO and ALL VETERANS TODAY. MUCH RESPECT.
LOVE YOU ALEX, ALWAYS
MISS YOU MORE
MOM

Alex been thinking about you a lot lately. Listen to music and wonder will he like this song, or will you be dissappointed like me. Music is just not the same. I regularly have to go back to what I used to listen to. It always brings me to a happier place in life. When people say all we have are memories...those words are so so true. Time has passed and I go through life always wondering what it would be like. I have to accept what has been handed to even when I don't want to. Just keeping my head up, like I always told you. Sometimes I talk sometimes Im quiet. Just trying to keep moving forward. Trying.
And just because I don't write as often, doesn't mean that you are not on my mind. You always are. Everyday.
Love you always
MISS YOU MORE THAN YOU CAN EVER KNOW
Your MOM

I LOVE U
Mom

We will never forget!

I know u are smiling down now Alex. All I have to say is Yes, Yes, Yes. Bitter sweet is how this life is. Wish U were here.
U always wanted me to be taken care of and my time has finally come. Again, although I wish U were here, I know U really are.
Love U Always
Miss U more

You are always on my mind Alex. Miss you!

Thinking of you always bro

thinking of you today and every day Alex...can't believe 6 years has passed..continue to shine your love down...we all feel it!! Bless you always and bless the loved ones you left behind....godspeed sweet Angel!

Alex, this is always the worst day for me. I wish we could have you back here to hear you talk, laugh, see you smile, feel that joy on our hearts when you are around, but you are in a better place with God now. I know you are still with me, I feel your presence and see the signs from above. You have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and that will never be forgotten and neither will you. I feel so blessed to have had you as my friend. You have made the world a better place. I love and miss you more than you'll ever know. Til we meet again...your friend Melissa

Till we meet again. Love you today,tomorrow and always. Love GMA !!

Dear Alex,
Today we will celebrate your sacrifice. While most people will celebrate the three day weekend, we Honor your Life. We will remember you, from one end of this country to the other. We will have that drink for you. We will toast to your memory because God knows you left a lasting impression on everyone who came your way. I always say to people that didn't get to meet you, you shoulda met my Son. I feel like you had so much more to give. Many miss you but not as much as I do. You were ONE of a Kind. It is hard to understand that life really does go on because I can't believe the time that has passed without You. Here's to You today and everyday for the rest of my life. I know that alot of Heineken will be drunk today even if some didn't like that beer, they will undoubtedly drink One for You. I will have more than one! You are missed. You are Loved. You are Honored.
I love and miss You most of All.
Your 22 years here left a lifetime of memories that I am truly grateful to have been given.
I always remember your voice, your loud presence, your happiness, and your appreciation for Life. You left your Grand Personality to everyone who came Your way.
I love You Always
Miss You more
Mom

Thinking of you, Alex..

If you were here, I would tell you that I love you very much & I was & am extremely proud of the awesome man you became. I often think about you & wonder if I prayed enough for you... if only I would have prayed more perhaps you would still be with us & Ellie would know her dad. I often question God, not quite understanding why? But I understand that everything happens for reason, although we our limited mind can not fully understand the mysteries of the super natural. I am grateful for the time we had, for the memories that will forever be in my heart & mind & for the privilege of being your aunt, meeting Melissa & getting to know such an amazing little person like your daughter Ellie, she is so beautiful & so smart. Melissa is doing a fabulous job. You would have been so proud. I love you forever, I like you for always, as long as I am living my nephew you will be.

Happy birthday Alex...i wish youwere here with us...we would've had so much fun..i always did with you. Thank you for coming to my dream the other night again .miss you more than words can say....till we meet again..your friend Melissa

happy 28th birthday alex...i can almost feel you smiling down on us to let us know you are ok..till we meet again.i miss you tody,tomorrow and always!luv gma!!!

Thinking of you today....happy 28th birthday. Gone but never forgotten.

I think of you often but more so lately. I like to think that maybe someday we will meet again, I would love to catch up with you & hear your voice again. I am not even sure why or how things ended between us, I have always regretted that.

Hope you are resting in the sweetest peace.

Alex I remember basic training together you were such a goofball and serving in korea. Im proud that you became a father and husband. Bless them both. You are missed!!!

Alex, I went to your tree for the wreath ceremony and I got to meet your moms. She is an amazing woman and I feel that I am finally able to heal. I told her about when you saw the first camel in Kuwait and how you wanted to call her and tell her about it. We laughed so hard. I had a great time partying at your tree and I am looking forward to moving back to that area so I can visit your mom and your tree. You had such an amazing impact on my life and everyone that had the honor of meeting you. I think about you every day and miss you so much.

I was thinking about you and your Mom and thought I would write so she would know that I still pray for her because I know she misses you so much. Thank you for your service.

Thanks for those signs from you that I've been asking for...I know you are always with me and I miss you more than words can explain but I know that you understand. Until we meet again....your friend Melissa

Alex, just thinking bout u .Always miss You. Proud to be your mother.
Love u always
Miss u more
Mom

Alex,of course while we lay a wreath at ur tree yesterday we did celebrate you. Always someone new shows up...every year. I met two different Tiffanys yesterday and they both had a story to tell about you. I learned that yet another two children are now born and carry your name...that is nine total. If no one ever believed how special you were because I said so, then so many others speak the same words I do. For your name to live on through so many others most definitely speaks volumes about You. I smile because all these children will know who you are, even though they will never know your presence. Your life was a special gift to us all. Anyone who knew you was blessed to have you in their lives. I am the luckiest one because you were born to me. I am grateful that I had a Son like You.
XOXOXO
Love you always
Miss you more
Mom Dukes

Alex, to you and all Veterans today....Thank You
Mom

Hey Alex thinking of you today and always as you know....there's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Thank you for your sacrifice and how important it was to you...wish things could be different but this is Gods will and we will meet again....until than love and miss you tons
Your friend
Melissa

Thinking of u.
Love u always
Mom

Alex I been feeling u all around me since yesterday. Many significant signs. From the numbers to the freakin FROG in my car this very morning. The very songs I heard on the RADIO. I try to figure what u want to convey to me. I cry. I miss u with all my heart. I just carry on with u all around me and of course u in my HEART. ALWAYS.
LOVE U ALWAYS
MISS U MORE
MOTHER

I stumbled upon this looking for an old friend that has your name. Rest in peace soldier. I'm so sorry for every ones loss. Such amazing courage to fight for your country .

Love u Alex

Today my son and I did a Run for the Fallen today in Florida. My son Brandon represented Mr. Rosa in the run today. I just wanted to say it was an honor to represent him. Thank you

So my nephew, your daughter started kindergarten the other day. You would be so proud of her, she is so smart and such a free spirit and i know that's cause you are in heaven guiding her the whole way!!
love and miss you everyday
T.I.T.I

Alex I miss you so much and it hurts me so bad.....i keep wishing that this was all not happening. The world was so much better with you in it. You made everyone so happy. Thank you for still coming to me in my dreams....until we meet again love you and miss you your friend, Melissa

alex, I just happened to look at this and its so sad reading what everyone is saying. You truly were a legend. Growing up was always fun with you, you were always laughing, having a good time and always one to talk to. I dont think theres a single person out there that can say anything bad about you. You truly were a gem. Sad Elle is in the world with out you bc i remember all the times you always said once you have a lil girl, shes not leaving the house lol. Next month is my 28 bday & I remember my 18th bday you were there and still have the teddy bear you got me=).Cant believe its been 10 years since ive seen you. I know your watching down on all those who love you- Rest in Peace
xo - Jamie

I miss you Alex. Always on my mind. There's nothing I do in my life that doesn't include You entering my mind. Although time is moving my heart always hurts and never ever stops missing your presence, smile, voice, and mostly your love. Your spirit will forever be with me. Your spirit and memory carry me everyday of my life.
Love u always
Miss u more
Mom

I feel like everyday you've been gone, I had a missed chance of knowing you better than I should have even though I was too young to know any better. You were a big brother to me, my idol, my everything I could ever look up to in life. I just wish you were still here to tell me what do to do with my life. I love you Alex, R.I.P.

god bless u alex...

Always on my mind and on my heart,today,tomorrow and always.all gave some,some gave all.you gave the ultimate!!!till we meet again.gma xoxoxo

Alex it just so happens that the anniversary of you being taken from us is Memorial Day Weekend. America celebrates sometimes forgeting the true meaning behind this day. It seems that the timing was meant so that no one can ever forget you. Not that anyone would at all, how could they. I do remind everyone that crosses my path to have a beer or burger in your honor, not just because we have a three day weekend. I will never let a soul forget your sacrifice..ever
Its gonna rain...
Love you always
Miss you more
Mother

I have no words for today Alex. Although you are gone your memory lives on in your family and all of us who's lives you made better simply by knowing you. Until we meet again.
SSG Steven Downey

Happy Birthday to your little girl today!If I could trade places with you I would just so you could be with Ellie.
Love U
MOM

happy birthday alex...

Happy birthday Alex....i miss you so much and wish with all my heart and soul you could still be here on earth with us but i know you're still with us in spirit. My kids asked why i am drinking a Heineken and i told them i was having it for your birthday...they looked up to heaven and said happy birthday. I think about you every single day and today i will celebrate your life and be tankful i got to know you and be part of your life. You are the best. I love you and miss you so much but you know that. Thinking of you always your friend Melissa

I loved u on ur born day...I loved u everyday. The day u were born it was u and me in the middle of the hall. What a way to make ur way into the world of Brooklyn. I celebrate u today and everyday of my life. U made a hell of a difference not only to me but to many. U are loved and missed everyday. Happy Birthday. I would have without thought traded places with u cause ur daughter deserves her Dad. Hell..everyone needs someone like u in their lives. Love u till I die.
Love u always
Miss u more
Mom

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEX..I BROUGHT YOU SOME FLOWERS WHEN I WAS AT YOUR GRAVE ON SATURDAY.AND A FEW WERE GREEN FOR ST. PATRICKS DAY..WISH I COULD TURN BACK TIME AND YOU COULD BE HERE SO WE COULD CELEBRATE..TILL WE MEET AGAIN..HAPPY 27TH..LOVE YOU GMA XOXOX

Happy birthday Alex, would have been 27 years old today. Taken way too early, gone but never forgotten.

Missing you like crazy.
Mom

You are always on my mind....miss you lots. Know your always here...saw a little boy at the kids bb game and he looked like a little you. It was so nice to look at him and
know you were with me. Love you and miss you lots. Melissa

I haven't forgotten. Miss ya bro.

Alex, thinking of you as always. I forever miss being able to sit and have conversation with you over a beer or even a cup of joe. When I eat certain foods or even cook things that u loved to eat you are always with me. From rice and beans to a slice of pizza. Cause boy did u love to eat. You were good at cooking too. Well about to have my morning cup of joe...guaranteed you'll be with me. You gave me the gift of being able to sit and enjoy that cup. Some people forget. I will never.
I Love You Always
And Miss U More
Your Mother

Alex, thinking of you and happy the holidays are gone. Another tough year gone by. Waiting for good things all around. I just keep on pushing through this crazy life. Oh and one more little carrier of your name in this world. You sure were a special dude. I love you for that. Your lasting legacy speaks volumes.
LOVE U ALWAYS
MISS U MORE
Mom aka Jeanette

Alex, my brother. I love u and miss u so much.. See u on the other side

Merry Christmas Alex...wish you could be here with us. We miss you and love you so much. Thinking of you always and thank you for watching over us. Love always your friend, Melissa

Got our first really cold day here in NY and made me think of you. You used to love the cold weather & loved rocking hoodies and Timberlands. Thinking of you.

Thank you for coming to visit me in my dreams. Your hug felt so real and it meant so much. I miss you every single day of my life. I Love You, your fiend, Melissa

Honoring you today, and everyday for paying the ultimate sacrifice. My dear son. Alexander Rosa Jr, love u and miss u dearly. To your father Alexander Rosa, and my father too...Juan Mendez in memory of you both. Happy Veterans Day.
Love you all

It rained all weekend couldn't help but to think of you and how you loved the rain....love you and miss you every day...your friend Melissa