Sgt. Derek T. Roberts
Sgt. Derek T. Roberts
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Adam Willoughby
December 30, 2011
RIP friend.
Peggy Childers
June 14, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Derek T. Roberts:
Please accept my remembrance of Derek on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 14, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Derek T. Roberts:
Remembering Derek on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
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Peggy Childers
June 14, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Derek T. Roberts:
Derek 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
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Kenna Larra
January 8, 2009
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Kim Smith
August 29, 2008
Although I did not know Sgt. Derek T. Roberts, I hold him and his family in my heart and prayers.
Remember when times get tough that he is looking down from heaven smiling and protecting you.
Thank You for serving to keep our country safe.
May you rest in Peace with the Lord, and your hearts heal in time.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13
Proud Wife-to-Be of a Soldier in Iraq
steve mitchell
July 26, 2008
Dennis and Willy,
We can't telll you how sorry we are to hear about your loss.
Steve and Mary Ann Mitchell
June 29, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Roberts!
In Memory of Derek ~ (Debra Estep)
June 14, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Derek, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
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Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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Chris Ristig
May 13, 2008
Rest in piece dude, gone but never forgotten. 104th!
-Chris
Jordan Roberts
November 8, 2007
I am doing a school project about soldiers that have fallen as a part of the U.S. military, and I have to choose an idividual person. Sgt. Roberts seems like a very nice man and seemed like he would ahve made a great husband for his future to be wife Arel. I would like to know more about him. If you could contact me with more information about him I would appreciate that very much([email protected])
SIncerely
Jordan Roberts
Randelle Benner
August 22, 2007
Derek was the man every women wanted, he was kind to everyone who crossed his path. He was quick on his toes, loving, funny, kind, and loved life, Judi, his mother, father, brother, and the rest of his family. He never had bad things to say about life, even when he had to leave Judi in the US while he deployed! He kept spirits up. He was easy to talk to easy to be friends with, and easy to be around........I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him first hand but I saw the smile he put on Judis face the day she came to California. I saw the tears in her eyes when he deployed! I know he will be missed, but he will watch over Judi who he loved so much and wait for her to return to him
August 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Roberts and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 31, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Shawnee (Austin, TX)
July 14, 2007
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
.
Millions of Americans do not have access to an computer. On behalf of them, I would like to add....
thank you for giving your all. You are a hero and will not be forgotten. God Bless You and your family.
.
.
Mark and Kimi Jacobson
July 13, 2007
Derek was and will always be our son Aaron's best friend. You could say that he was the brother our son never had. They became buddies in kindergarten and remained close throughout the years, sharing the good times and bad times together and the sometime challenging experiences of growing up. Prior to Derek deploying to Afghanistan, he and Aaron went to Canada and later when he returned, they traveled to Australia. The loss of Derek has effected us greatly that words cannot describe. Derek, we will always keep you in hearts and treasure our memories of you and the ultimate sacrifice you made for us. You are our hero, and we feel honored and fortunate to have known you. May God our heavenly Father embrace you in his arms.
Andrea Dickinson
July 11, 2007
Judy, with much regret to even have to say this, I am so very sorry for your lose, you are constantly on my mind!
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 11, 2007
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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
June 29, 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
Kevin Mitchell
June 26, 2007
Me and Derek served together in afghanistan and was in the cacti, bravo co. 3rd plt. I was a squad leader in the plt and when he arrived he was very easy going and his appearance was outstanding when we had to wear the old BDUs and his green jungle boots was as good as mine and every monday morning he would get the day off. HE was the top 5 fastest guys in the plt and I know heaven has a track field for him. Thank you for being a great soldier and I knew you were a great leader. I know the dimensions of heaven and its bigger than Oahu and you can surf and do all the things that make you happy. Like our former great CSM young man before you go before god make sure you got a haircut. TAKE ARMS AND ROB ITS YOUR TIME TO REST BUT PLEASE WATCH OVER YOUR SOLDIERS AND THE BROTHERHOOD FROM HEAVEN.
Linda Thelen
June 25, 2007
Dear Willy, Dennis, and Trevor,
I was so sad to learn of Derek's passing. Derek was a happy and joyful child and will be missed by all who knew him. He was a brave young man and a true hero. You are all in my thoughts and heart today.
Love,
Linda Thelen (Derek's 4th grade teacher at Fair Oaks School)
Tom Gugliuzza
June 24, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Roberts family in the loss of Derek. I did not know Derek, 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. Derek 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~
Peter J. Birrow, President
June 23, 2007
The 35th Infantry Regiment Association expresses our sincere sympathy upon the loss of your patriotic son, our Cacti brother, Derek. He will never be forgotten by his brothers in service. "Cacti Forever"
Linda Clifton
June 23, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Laura Lenoir
June 21, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss, my son served with Derek Roberts, all the guys over there are missing their friends and we are all thinking of you at this time. Bless you and thank you Derek for serving. My prayers will certainly have your entire family in them.
Garnet Jenkins
June 21, 2007
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Sgt. Derek T. Roberts, with a Multitude of Thanks for your Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Derek and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten. May he Rest Safely now, in God's Care and may the Peace of God be with the Roberts family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
"Surely He hath borne our grief,
and carried our sorrows."
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with Derek and quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Sandy Bonesteel
June 17, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Gary Allain
June 16, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
valorie
June 16, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO", Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your little one tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
debbi rivers
June 16, 2007
To the family and friends of this soldier yet unknown to us but known to those who served with and family, I am so sadden for your loss. I know what you will be going through today and in the coming weeks as I too am the mother of another fallen soldier. I offer you emotional support when and if you want to talk, vent or just share memories, I'm here for you. May God continue to give you peace and comfort at this time. In Memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
Carol Cline
June 16, 2007
Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
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