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Gilberto Meza Obituary
Gilberto A. Meza, 21, of Oxnard, Our Hero, passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, in Baghdad, Iraq, while bravely serving his country.
He was born March 27, 1986, in Ventura and had been a lifelong resident.
He is survived by his mother, Silvia Martinez; stepfather, Guadalupe Sanchez; brother, Rigoberto Meza Jr.; grandmother, Maria Gomez; uncles, Juan Martinez (wife Neisi Martinez) and Ramon Martinez (wife Silvia Venegas); nephew, Horacio Myles Meza; and cousin, Vanessa Martinez.
Visitations will be from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 14, and also from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, at Camino del Sol Funeral Home, 200 North C St., Oxnard. Rosary to be recited at 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 500 North Juanita Ave., Oxnard. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish. Burial to follow at Santa Clara Cemetery, 2370 North H St., Oxnard.
Camino del Sol Memorial Center & Funeral Home, A Heritage Provider, 200 North C St., Oxnard, is assisting the family with arrangements; phone 805-483-3443.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gilberto Meza
Candida Torre
April 27, 2012
If there are any family or friends who see this post, I have a friend in Hawaii who found a memorial bracelet for this soldier and he would like to get it to the family. my email address is [email protected]
I am also a Gold Star Mother, lost my son in January 2011, Iraq.
Thank you.
Sybil Madero
February 7, 2012
To the family of SGT.Silva...We did not know your son personally,nor the family
I would like to extend my compassion and sympathy as we also lost our son from Port hue.in Oct 2007.May Gods Grace and Peace surround all of his loved ones and close friends and soldiers that he was deployed with?
Sincerely;The Madero Family
October 7, 2011
Another year has passed sine the last anniversary of your passing. We wish to remind you that you are not forgotten. Family and friends, and those of us that never had the priviledge of knowing you. We carry you in our hearts FOREVER....... Proud Mom of Sgt. SILVA, Hector J. USArmy
Peggy Childers
October 6, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Gilberto A. Meza:
Please accept my remembrance of Gilberto on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Lizi Alvarez
October 6, 2011
Still missing and thinking of you, seems like yesterday we were playing in the EO Green school yard or outside lashes house lol so many memories! Just know I miss you and i'll never forget you.
David Turner
July 5, 2011
I remember when i first met you in germany at some dance club. You looked at me and said where are you from when i started to laugh and said you know i am from california. Thats when i said i was from oxnard. You told me you were as well. We were both sent to iraq a short time later. I knew people in your company and it got back to me when you were killed. I felt upset even when i didnt get a chance to know you better because not only were we in the same squadron but we were both from oxnard. I am now a civilian after ten years of service and still think about all of my brothers i once had the privilege of knowing and serving with. RIP man.
Julianna
November 30, 2010
Cpl. Meza,
You are missed. It was a pleasure knowing you. As many have said you grew up to be such an amazing young man. Thank you for your dedication to our country. You will never be forgotten. Your smile will always be in my memories.
Alicia Marquez-Padilla
October 7, 2010
To all of Cpl. Gilberto A Meza's family and friends: On this sad anniversary of Gilbert's passing, we remember him and his ultimate scrifice. We honor him and we thank him. And know he is with Our Heavenly Father enjoying eternal paradise. GILBERT IS NEVER FORGOTTEN. My son and Gilbert's other comrades have his name and birthdate tattooed across their shoulders. To honor him and remember him FOREVER. Alicia Marquez-Padilla, proud mom of Sgt. SILVA, Hector J. US Army, Vilsec, Germany. Currently in Kandahar, Afghanistan.
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Gilberto A. Meza:
Remembering Gilberto 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
Melyssa Arias
September 27, 2009
hey bro,
Its been a while, but i miss you more and more everyday. i try to look at pics from when you were here that last time, i just can't. it hurts. i miss you soo much. your in my prayers everynight. i will see you again bro, but until then, i hope your there in spirit for all of the good times in my life. i love you bro. i miss you.
love you always.
mely.
lizi alvarez
August 28, 2009
Gilbert, Its been quite some time since you left us and it still hurts I cant imagine the pain your mom and rigo feel. I just wanted to say you made an impact in my life and i will forever miss you... may you R.i.P
Suzanne MacDaniel
May 31, 2009
They will Never Be Forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
Mary V. Meza.Hamilton
January 8, 2009
From a Meza also, l wish to express, How Proud l am of knowing, You gave such a gift..in serving your Country..its an Honor to sign your Book ..with my Family's Prayers and Love..We salute You..Cpl..Gilberto A. Meza..Since you are now An Angel of God..
Kenna Larra
December 10, 2008
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In Memory of Gilberto ~ (Debra Estep)
October 6, 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 Gilberto, 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Gilberto A. Meza:
Gilberto 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
jose hernandez
September 24, 2008
to you my friend, the memory of our friendship is forever installed in my heart. the life we have is not as long as we hope it should be. i promise to live mine on behalf of yours. i am still in denial you have left us. as i lay at night i hope you visit me as i sleep. not one day goes by where i dont remember you. you have inspired us all in everyway. one day we will see eachother again. untill then take care of my cousin marcus...hoorah..
Hannah Young (aka, Kammermeyer)
September 15, 2008
Gilbert, I can't believe you're gone! I just found out this weekend and it's been almost a year. There are so many things I have to say I don't even know where to start...first of all you were my first love and I will never forget you. I always knew that even if we weren't together anymore I would still always have a place in my heart for you. I look back on all our memories together and i still can't believe it. I haven't been able to stop crying since yesterday, and I know you were never one to look for sympathy, you were always so strong and brave. I wish I had your strength right now to get through this. I remember the day you called me and I told you I was enlisting in the army, and you decided that you were going to also. I know it was something that you had wanted to do since Grizzly, but somehow with the both of us going in it the same time made you so happy. I will never forget you and the impact you have had on my life. Until we meet again...Love, Hannah
Sybil Madero
August 22, 2008
I have no doubt that our sons probably crossed paths in life as we also live in the Oxnard area. We sadly found out that our son was also killed in Iraq the day Gilberto was being laid to rest. The pain and shock was just beginning for us.I am so proud of these young soldiers and just wanted your family to know that we are here for you,if you ever need to talk,call us anytime day or night.We see such a handsome well thought of soldier in your son and may God truly Bless your Family and may this country show you the honor you deserve as another young man lays down his life for our freedom.God Bless you Gilberto and keep you in the glorious heavens ,safe and sound,and so Honored. The Madero Family Oxnard,Ca
July 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Meza!
Melissa Arias
June 26, 2008
Brother..
I miss soo much! I think about you every day still. You are still in my prayers.
Love you forever,
Your sis..
ERICA SALAZAR
June 20, 2008
Gilbert,
You would always be in my heart. I still miss u and always thinking about u.I know u are watching down on us.R.I.P.
ME and MEZA having a good time
Adan Hidalgo
March 24, 2008
Me and Gilberto when to basic tranning together, the first day we got there we made a pack to wach each other's back. after Fort Benning we when owr seperate ways, but i know he still has my back.
Amber Walker
February 4, 2008
To the whole Meza family,
My name is Amber Walker(wife of SPC Aaron J Walker of G CO 3/2 SCR) he was killed in Iraq on September 18th. I just want to give my heart felt condolences. I remember AJ talking about Meza. He always talked very highly of him. I am so sorry for your loss. I know there is nothing i can say. It always hurts when a fellow man that AJ fought so hard with also is killed or hurt. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
OLIVER GARCIA
January 7, 2008
Meza... u are truly a hero... u were a best friend to all of us... we did it big everywhere we went, not doubt bout that... the clicka and i will never forget you and what you did for all of us ... like u always said... "DO IT BIG OR GO HOME"
Susan Hoffman
November 15, 2007
My daughter and her husband served with Cpl. Meza in Vilseck, Germany. My Son In Law was deployed to Iraq the same time Cpl. Meza was. Your son and my son in law are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Melyssa Arias
November 9, 2007
Bro,
I just want to start off by letting you know how PROUD of you i am! I miss you soo much. It's already been a month and 3 days. I dont go a day without thinking about you. I know your looking down on me, watching over me and for that i am greatful. It's just too bad that in order for you to live your dream for being our SOILDER you had to go. Just so you know, your BRO, your MOM, your BOO and the rest of your family..as well as YOU are always in my prayers. I know your partying like a rockstar in heaven bro! See you soon BRO I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SOOO MUCH!!
Rest in Peace Brother..
Love you forever..
Your Sis..
Melyssa Arias
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 8, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Meza family in the loss of Gilberto. I did not know Gilberto, 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. Gilberto 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~
Casey Penn
November 2, 2007
I first would like to send my prayers out to the Meza family. The day you laid Gilberto to rest was the day I found out my brother Vincent Madero was killed in Balad, Iraq. I would just like to say to the Meza family your not going through this alone my family is also trying to put the pieces together we laid Vincent to rest on the 27th and it was the hardest thing my family has ever gone through as I am sure you felt the same. My prayers go out to you all just know that our heroes are in heaven, safe and happy. And we should be proud of Gilbert!!! Thank you to you and your family for your sacrifice!
Arely (aunt of hero Spc.Roberto Causor 2/10/86-7/7/07)
October 29, 2007
I am sorry to hear about the loss of another hero. May God bring comfort to you and your family.
Emily Maeyama
October 26, 2007
Gilbert! I can;t believe yur gone..You and yur fam have been in my prayers.. u were such a good person, and always knew how to make some one smile.. i'm gonna miSS u :( i know ur in heaven shining down on everyone.. thank u for everything.. much love and respect to everyone else who's been here supporting eachother and the fam.. God Bless
J. Cerda
October 19, 2007
I am a mother of a soldier also in Iraq. I want to send condolences from our family. My youngest son use to skate with Gilbert and I had the pleasure of meeting him while working at Channel Islands High School. I will continue to pray for your family as well as my son's safe return and the rest of the men who are still over in Iraq. May god bless your family.
GILS AND I ON MY BIRTHDAY 7/20/07
JENNIFER MICHEL
October 19, 2007
LIFE
Life is but a stopping place
A pause in what’s to be
A resting place along the road
To sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant
to learn some things,
But never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place
Far greater than we know.
For some, the journey’s quicker,
For some the journey’s slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We’ll claim a great reward
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the Lord.....LOVE, YOUR SIS CHEEKS!
Anna Baker
October 18, 2007
Meza Family
I've never met Gilbert or his family but I'm from Oxnard and I feel like we have met. I've been a military wife for 15 years and I've seen first hand what war can do to a family. I just want to thank the Meza family for having just a wonderful and brave son/brother. He is a HERO and will always remain just that.I will keep you and Gilbet's comarades in arms in my daily prayers. May God bless Gilbert. Watch over yor family until you reunite with them in heaven. THANK YOU MRS. MEZA FOR THE SHARING YOU BRAVE SON WITH THE WORLD. God Bless you
October 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Meza and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Lizi Alvarez
October 18, 2007
Gilbert, since i met you at E.O. Green you were so NICE, always there if anyone needed anything! You had the best smile ever, and me and so many others will miss that smile! We all are so PROUD OF YOU! We will miss you and we love you but you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN! You are in my prayers as well as your mom and Rigo. God will give them the strength they need right now, until we meet again! Holla at ur girl=] and PARTY LIKE THE ROCKSTAR YOU ARE!
CPL MEZA ALWAYS READY TO GO ON ANY MISSION
RODNEY HARRIS
October 18, 2007
TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF CPL MEZA. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT HE WAS ONE OF THE BEST SOLDIERS I HAVE HAD THE HONOR OF WORKING WITH AND I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT HE WILL BE IN OUR HEART FOREVER.
SSG RODNEY HARRIS
4TH PLATOON
G CO 3-2 SCR
Jenny T
October 17, 2007
gilz!
look at how many people's hearts u touched.. told u u were guna do big things!! im so proud of u love.. guess i neva told u enough! but save a spot for me n until we meet again.. i miss you.. and im so thankful every1 has been so supportive.. uve touched sooo many people's lives! love u
Elizabeth Rodriguez
October 17, 2007
Gilberto A Meza,
My deepest condolences go out to your family and friends. I myself know how it feels to lose a loved one. Just recently I lost my brother in the Operation Iraqi Freedom and it’s not easy for any of us. I believe this is the hardest thing we’ve ever had to deal with. So I accompany you in your time of grief. My God be with you now and always… Gob Bless You-
Elizabeth Rodriguez
Evelyn Gonzalez
October 17, 2007
I want to offer my condolences to all of the family and friends of Gilbert. I once worked with him and hit it off right of way. He was a great friend. I will never forget that smile, laugh and face. Words cannot describe what he meant to many of us. He was an angel that was sent to touch many of our lives and so he did and he left as a hero to watch over us from heaven. Hey Gills "PARTY LIKE A ROCKSTAR" from up above.
Martha Garcia
October 17, 2007
Thank you Lord for Cpl. Meza's life and his family who were not selfish and shared him with us.
May God receive Gilbert Meza in his loving arms and rest his soul.
Alma Fern
October 17, 2007
Gilbert,
My Heart goes out to you and your family.You are a hero and you will be missed by many! It felt good to see you this summer after letting many years pass us by. It's tragic that you were taken away so soon and unexpectedly but i guess it's true what they say, "The Good Die Young". See You when I get there <3
Teresa Camacho
October 16, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Meza family.
FAMILIA ROMERO
October 16, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. you are all in our prayers and Gilbert will always be in our hearts. Thank you for allowing your son to leave home to protect our lives, God Bless You All. R.I.P. Cpl. Meza
LOVE
Louisburg Middle School 7th grade
October 16, 2007
we care and share you sorrow and pride.
Brandie & Eddie Cortez
October 15, 2007
Our deepest sympothy goes out to the Meza Family...Myself and my husband are high school friends of Gilbert. He was a warm and loving person. Always fun to be around. Our prayers are with you all.
SHARON/KEN RHOADS
October 15, 2007
OUR HEARTS GRIEVE FOR YOUR FAMILY. WE GRATEFULLY THANK YOUR SON FOR HIS SERVICE AND YOUR SACRIFICE AS WELL
Jerico,Stefanie,Gabby and John Morgan
October 15, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
God Bless you, Gilbert
Alicia Marquez-Padilla
October 15, 2007
Estimados padres de Gilberto:
Me faltan palabras para expresar el dolor que siento al saber de la muerte de su hijo "Gilbert" como lo conocia mi hijo Hector.
Mijo Hector fue el soldado que acompanaba a Gilberto y tambien fue herido. Les escribo esta nota desde Alemania donde estoy con mijo Hector mientras se empieza a recuperar de sus heridas.
Le oramos a Nuestro Padre DIOS que reciba a Gilberto en sus brazos y que les de consuelo a ustedes y a toda la familia y amigos.
No tenemos palabras para darle las gracias a Gilberto por su ultimo sacrificio que hizo por todos nosotros. Nunca lo olvidaremos y siempre lo honraremos.
De parte de su companero y hermano, SPC Hector Justino Silva,3/2 SCR, Vilsek, Germany y familia.
Jose Camacho
October 15, 2007
I will continue this fight with you by my side. I will not forget
Camacho Jose from Oxnard
Iraq
Dorothy Douglas
October 15, 2007
I salute you,GILBERTO MEZA, you are a true American hero and deserve our thanks for giving your life for our country. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family at this time of deep sorrow.
Tony Weeks
October 15, 2007
I did not know your son but it saddens me when one of our young brave boys dies in battle so we can be free,May he rest in peice, and may you take solace in the fact that he did not die in vain.God be with you.
Angie Castrejon
October 14, 2007
U will b missed Gilbert, My prayers are with u and ur family
October 14, 2007
My deepest condolances go out to the entire family. I didn't know your son, brother, friend but his loss affects all of us. I will ask my mom who passed away a year ago to watch after him. I won't say it will be "ok" because it won't. Even though deep in our hearts we know he is safe, it doesn't stop us from missing the physical body. I would like to recommend a book that put me at ease and helped me tremendously. It's called "ECHOS OF THE SOUL" and the author is BODINE ECHO. I am so sorry you have to endure the loss and I pray that GOD put peace in your hearts.
Mary Bailey
October 14, 2007
God Bless you, Gilberto, and thank you for your sacrifice to make us all safe! My prayers and thoughts are with you & your family.
Jose & Brenda Barajas
October 14, 2007
Our deepest condolences go out you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Gilbert when he was around 9 or 10 when we moving in next door to him, my son quickly became friends with him and his brother Rigo, the G street kids...ha ha ha those where the days. Gilbert grew up to be a very fine young man. Im very proud of him, he truley will always be remembered as a hero.
A SALAS
October 14, 2007
May God Bless You & Family. Would like to say thankyou for letting your son fight for our country. He his a one true HERO.
Diane De Paolo
October 14, 2007
Although I have never met your son, I wish to acknowledge his bravery and his courage. My brother was at the Oxnard Airport yesterday when Corporal Gilberto A. Meza arrived via airplane and was greeted by his family and the Patriot Riders. He witnessed his arrival and wrote a beautiful memo to our family to bless Corporal Meza's familyand keep him in our prayers. As a Marine mom the passing of your son struck deeply into my heart. God Bless Corporal Meza and God Bless You the Meza family.
Diane
October 14, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Your son gave the greatest sacrifice so that we could remain free in this wonderful country. He is, indeed, a hero.
P R
October 14, 2007
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY
Bob Davis
October 14, 2007
Thank You for sharing your son in serving and giving us the opportunity for freedom. God Bless you all.
Nancy Ezerski
October 14, 2007
I know at this time there are no words that can really comfort you. My prayers and love are with you all. My son Tony "EZ"is in the 3-2 SCR and a friend with "Meza" I have watch Tony's DVD that he made while they were in Germany. It is apparent that he has a great spirit and zest for life. In time it is my hope that the happy memories will come. He is our Hero.
Chris Cervantes
October 13, 2007
Even though I don't know Mr. Meza personally, I would like to give this time to give my condolences to his family and friends. If anything is needed please let me know. Thank you for protecting and fighting for everything I live for in this country. God bless!
October 13, 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
mikki leyva
October 12, 2007
gilbert i miss you sooo much! you are such a great hero and you will NEVER be forgotten!! so gilbert holl at cha boi well in my case holla at cha girl lol!!mann i remember when you would always tell me that lol! i send my condolences to you family! you were like a brother to me! love always mikki
Kacie Greene
October 12, 2007
My prayers and thoughts go out to the Meza family. I can not imagine the emptiness you feel. May God guide you through the rest of your life and bring comfort to each of you!
Stryker wife
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
October 12, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Corporal Meza. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!
Sandy Bonesteel
October 12, 2007
As the mother of a son who is deployed, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.
Gale Poindexter
October 11, 2007
I am writing to offer my condolences to your family over the loss of your HERO Cpl Gilberto A Meza. I also lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
When things settle down, I recommend that you contact a man named Michael Reagan @
www.michaelgreaganartist.com
He will draw one portrait of the fallen soldier. He does this for free and will draw any picture of your choosing. He has drawn presidents and other celebrities. My husband and I got one and it has helped me with the healing process. Michael is a truly gifted artist that captures the very essence of the person he draws. I look at my picture everyday and it gives me a connection that I cannot explain.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service.
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis-KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
Valorie
October 11, 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 loved ones 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
SHIRLEY DONEY
October 11, 2007
REST IN PEACE GILBERTO, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFU MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Garnet Jenkins
October 11, 2007
A Multitude of Thanks, to this Brave Young Soldier, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. With so much gratitude for his Courage, and his Unselfish Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace now, Cpl. Gilberto A. Meza, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God be with the Meza family.
Those who Make these Sacrifices, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the difficult days ahead, as this Country morns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a True American Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your Loss.
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