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Charles Rubado
March 13, 2014
Every year the Florida Southern College ROTC Program hosts a Charles R. Rubado Memorial Golf Tournament that supports a scholarship in Charlie's name and the ROTC Program. Charlie mother and I get there every year and are amazed at how many of his friends and fellow soldiers show up.
1SG Charles Rubado (ret)
Ron Burton
March 12, 2014
Was the PSG in Lts half QTR TROOP. Remember when he came to us in Sinjar. I immediatley liked him. On our first mission,a Cordon and Search, I told him to take a seat and would lead this one and show him the ropes. He did without hesitation, thats when you know you have a great officer, a great leader!!!! Miss you and will see you again brother.
freddy hylton
July 22, 2012
I was in iraq with LT. Rubado. I was part of the Infantry unit for Crazy Horse. I remember hanging outside the bunks talking all the weird things that come out of my mouth, im hyper. Everytime he was out there he would turn off his headphones and close his book and listen to all the crazy stuff i said. He wouldnt respond or get upset, just laugh at me. And thats all anyone needed to do. I call him LT. because he was promoted after his death. To his family, know he is watching and happy. He always was.
Charles Rubado
July 18, 2012
7/18/2012
Hard to believe that you turned 30 on 7/12/2012. Your mother, me and brother Steve and his family were at Bay Pines National Cemetery on the 12th. We shared some great memories and we all miss you every day. Life is a little hard to handle sometimes knowing that you won;t be walking in the door. Miss you son but we will soldier on.
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Jennifer Hamrick
May 27, 2012
This Memorial Weekend the Hamrick Family wants to say we appreciate the sacrifice of 2nd Lt. Charles Rubado as well as the sacrifices made by his family.
~Wiesbaden, Germany
Peggy Childers
August 29, 2011
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Charles R. Rubado:
Please accept my remembrance of Charles on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
May 15, 2011
Gone but NEVER forgotten!! Remembering all our HEROES. Everyday in everyway! ~ Jamie Graves/ Navy Wife/ Hampton Virginia
Zanetta Barnes
May 13, 2011
Hi Charlie!
It's been a while since I've written, but not since I've thought of you. You are missed so much everyday! Thank you again for giving the utmost sacrifice! I'm sure you know that Osama bin Laden was found and killed. I hope that now, you can forever rest in peace. The war is not done, but we are on the right track! Keep smiling down on us! See you soon, brother :)
Zanetta
PS: I get to see Mary-Anne and her family very soon, I'm so excited! Ethan and Andie are getting so big! I always look forward to our times together because they are not often these days living so far apart.
Peggy Childers
August 29, 2010
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Charles R. Rubado:
Remembering Charles 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
Evon Layman
August 2, 2010
This past Saturday, July 31, 2010, the first annual Warrior Walk was held in Lakeland, FL. The walk was organized to honor Iraq & Afghanistan veterans of Polk County. I am so proud to say, upon my registration, I was handed a placard to represent Lt. Rubado. I was honored & humbled to place his picture over my heart & walk the three miles around Lake Hollinsworth. We can never, ever do enough honor our fallen warriors, but we will never ever forget either!
Paul Riddle
June 3, 2010
Charlie,
Being away from Florida Southern for so long, I just heard about what happened. After I found out, I did some searching and found this site dedicated to you and have read every message in it. I felt that I should write this and let you know how proud we all are to know you. It's soldiers like you and your brothers in the military that allow my sons to grow up in a free and safe country. For that, I thank you. I'll never forget you from our brief time together at Florida Southern and you will always be my brother in Lambda Chi Alpha. God bless you, Charlie.
Jim Vanderbleek
May 26, 2010
To the family of Charles Rubado, my name is Jim Vanderbleek and I live in St. Petersburg, Florida. This Memorial Day 2010 I wanted to do something special for the “Fallen Floridians” since 2001. I wanted to honor them in a way that would be a touching tribute in the eyes of the community as a reminder that we must not forget the sacrifice they and their families have given for all of us. A special cross, along with the other 238 fellow Floridian brothers and sisters, was erected on the church grounds of Northeast Presbyterian Church. Your son's cross is on display through June 5th, 2010. The photo attached shows the entire display. The link attached will take you to a slide show in Honor of Brave Men and Women of our Armed Forces. There will be many prayers for your son this weekend as we pay tribute to all of the Fallen Soldiers from 1775 to 2010 during our worship service on Sunday May 30th.
http://s579.photobucket.com/albums/ss234/JimVanderbleek/Northeast%20Presby%20Church%20Memorial%20Display%202010/?albumview=slideshow
Blessings to you and your family.
Jim Vanderbleek
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Marcus Randolph
March 22, 2010
Lt Rubado,
Although several years have passed since the last time I talked to you the morning of 29 Aug 05 in Iraq. Know that you're memory will never pass from the minds and hearts of us that had the honor of serving with you in Crazy Horse Troop.
Mary-Anne Rubado Kline
March 20, 2010
I am thinking of you tonight, and everyday. I miss your beautiful and warm smile. My heart still aches, even after 4 1/2 years. I love you, my husband.
Marcus Randolph
August 31, 2009
Lt Rubado,
It has been 4 years since you left us and went home to a better place. Your memory will live forever in the hearts of your brothers from Crazy Horse troop.
Peggy Childers
August 30, 2009
To the family of 2nd Lt. Charles R. Rubado:
Charles 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
Kenna Larra
June 9, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,550 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 and Respectfully,
Kenna
Mary-Anne Rubado Kline
May 25, 2009
My dear Charlie, remembering you and honoring you today and everyday! You are greatly missed, my dear heart. I can't wait to see your smiling face again someday. You touched my heart in ways I've never been touched. Your legacy shines on!
SSG Cortney McDaniel
March 8, 2009
2Lt. Charles R. Rubado
Not a day that goes by that I don't remember that day, when God took you from labour to reward, and the long ride back to the FOB, it seemed like a life time. Tears rolling down my face praying the God will be. You have touched so many lives here on earth, your legacy will live on in all that had a chance to meet you and serve with you. I still remember you sitting their in your chair with your Bible in hand, smiling. I just wanted you to know that you made me a better Christain, man and Soldier.
David Davenport
March 7, 2009
Charlie,
You are missed greatly Friend .
My thoughts return to you much in these recent days . Specifically our last conversation, as my crew and I returned from a mission we passed in the motor pool. In our passing I smiled at you and said ( Go With God. ) As if embracing the message you stood up on the top of your tank stuck at your chest and smiled and replied ( Always I will always go with God.)
Whenever I think of my friend Charlie this is the image and message that always comes to mind .
Thank You Charlie,
Your Friend Always,
Your Brother in Christ Forever,
David Davenport
Crazy Horse Troop 1/3 Armor Cavalry Regiment
Jamie Graves
February 9, 2009
Mary Ann~Congratulations on Jer and especially little Ethan. You truley deserve happiness and all the joy in the world. God Bless Charles ,he will NEVER be forgotten and will ALWAYS be a HERO!
~Jamie~Proud Navy Wife
marinecomfortquilts.us
Jerome Shai
February 8, 2009
I was the crew chief on the medevac aircraft that picked up Charles, we did the best we could for him, he made it to the hosp. in Mosul alive. He was a strong trooper,I guess that's why God needed him more. It was a day I will never forget.
Kay Kinder (Nott)
December 7, 2008
I know Charlie from ROTC, he was an awesome person and a great Soldier.
September 10, 2008
My Dear Charlie,
I can't believe 3 years have come and gone since your death...I keep pondering how I've come this far without you physically being here with me. I know you wanted so much for me and I know your smiling on how I've decided to live my life. I agree with Marcus, not a day goes by that I don't think of you or have someone email me about you. Your lifesong still lives on. I hope that when I die, my legacy will mean just half of what yours does. We miss you very much! Ethan joined us a few weeks ago (something joyous in the month of August) and he is such a blessing. God is still working in my life and he has brought many awesome blessings in my life, Jeremiah and Ethan.
You're missed and loved so much!
Mary-Anne R. Kline
Marcus Randolph
August 31, 2008
Hello Sir,
It has been three years, just wanted you to know that not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Your memory will live forever in our hearts and minds.
In Memory of Charles ~ (Debra Estep)
August 29, 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 Charlie, 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
Ashim Aaron Dohling
July 18, 2008
Dear Charlie,
We never had the chance or opportunity to meet ever, but I know deep inside that you know me better than anyone else, other than our Master, Lord And Saviour, Jesus, when I am writing this into the guest book And you know at times we cannot put it in words, how hard we may try, the feelings and the emotions which we are trying to express. You know how honored I am to work for your brother Steve & sister-in-law Jan. They are great people. I now know that somehow, somewhere you are responsible along with Jesus in bringing Steve, Jan and me together. Your brother misses you a lot. I know that i can never ever take your place in Steve's life, in fact in anyone's life but I will definitely try to make their life easier by taking a lot of their work burden so that they are able to do the work which they are doing and you know it better than anyone on this earth that they are doing what God has instructed them to do. Help me to help Steve & Jan better. Love, Ashim Aaron Dohling.
Mary-Anne Kline
July 12, 2008
Happy Birthday, Charlie! Know that all who knew you miss you very much and that the Lord is still changing lives with your legacy of your spirit and smile. You are always in our hearts!
Mary-Anne Rubado Kline
July 3, 2008
You are why we have freedom, Charlie. Thank you for that incredible gift. You are never to far from our minds and hearts. We miss you and love you. Your smile stills lingers in the hearts that you've touched.
Jim Kemmerling
June 9, 2008
You are always in my heart Sir,
I miss you.
SSG Kemmerling C-trp 1/3
Marcus Randolph
May 28, 2008
To our dear friend Lt Rubado, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Your memory will live forever in the hearts of the Men you served with during OIF 3 Crazy Horse Troop 3d ACR. As I sit here in Baghdad, Iraq on my 4th deployment to Iraq, I think about you often and remember the night that you, myself, and Lt Cosci sat on the ramp of our B-FIST on August 26, 2005 in Tal Afar, Iraq and talked about the mission and what we expected; I also remember saying good morning Sir, to you on August 29, 2005, but none of us expected that day to end the way it did. I can look back on that day now and thank God that I had the pleasure of knowing you, at such a young age you touched so many lives and we thank you and will always keep your memory alive.
Joseph Cosci
May 26, 2008
To a Hero of Mine on Memorial Day 2008: I will always do my best to make Charlie proud and continue to serve as best as I can to honor him. I owe him forever and am thankful for having been his friend. I will always look up to him and keep him as an example of how to serve the Lord and our beloved country. Going forward with him in my heart, CPT Joe Cosci, Ft. Carson, CO
May 8, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you 2nd Lt Rubado!
Marcus Randolph
February 21, 2008
To Mary Anne Rubado Kline:
First I would like to say congrats to you, I know that Lt. Rubado is very proud of you. Know that my prayers are with you and your family always.
Mary-Anne Rubado Kline
February 20, 2008
Dear Charlie,
I am so extremely blessed beyond measure. Knowing and loving you was the best thing I've ever done and now I have another wonderful man who loves me and respects you so much. You taught me how to love so deeply, so I say thank you. Thank you to you and God for bringing Jeremiah into my life. I know you would like him too. We are expecting our 1st baby in August, which is a very rough month for me, as well as for others. I praise God for this miracle of life even during a month that brought so much pain and heartache. I know you are watching me and are smiling, one of your gorgeous smiles that showed a true genuine and Godly heart. You always thought I would be a great mom and I hope to be. I am sad that we never got to experience this amazing gift, but rest assure, this child will know all about you. I miss your smiling face.
I love you always,
Mary-Anne
Dan Bair
January 25, 2008
Rubado Family,
I still think of Charlie all of the time, and I am glad to see the Golf Tournament is still going on to honor this great man. I will do my best to be there.
John and Helen Peck
January 24, 2008
To the Rubado Family
It has been over two years but the pain of his loss is still very real. We share the hope of seeing Charlie again with the Lord. We know that he will be smiling as he greets us on that day. We are greatful to our soldiers and their families for the sacrifices that they have made for us. May God Bless You and always keep the memory of Charlie fresh in your mind and heart.
MAJ David Goodwin
September 9, 2007
The first day I saw him walk into my office and tell me that he wanted to be an Army Officer, I knew he'd be a GREAT Soldier. I got to know him well as his ROTC instructor and serving with him was truly a pleasure. I'll never forget his smile and determined spirit.
Brooke Bolton
September 6, 2007
My husband was with you on that day a little over 2 years ago. That day changed him. You, your wife & family are still in his thoughts. He is still serving and is back in Iraq. He speaks of you often, and wishes you were still by his side.
Marcus Randolph
August 30, 2007
Just wanted to send this letter, to say that yesterday marked two years since Lt. Charles R. Rubado went home to be with the Lord. Sir, your fellow battle buddies from Crazy Horse Troop during OIF 3 will never forget you and you will live forever in our hearts. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and what a great person you were to work with and be around. You touched a lot of lives during your time here on Earth and we forever will be greatful for knowing you. May God continue to bless your family, Maryann, your parents, and your brother and his family especially the new addition to your brothers family. The newest addition will grow up to know that Uncle Charlie was a great man and is loved and missed by many. God bless you all!!
August 22, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 22, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by 2nd Lt Rubado and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Mary-Anne Rubado
May 10, 2007
My Dearest Charlie,
Oh, how I miss you and love you so much. I think about you all the time. Another Memorial Day is coming up meaning another day of honoring your service to duty, honor and country. What I will remember is your humble heart, love of your family and friends and love for your Savior. These things I carry with me each day. They let me know that you are not far behind and encouraging me with each new day. How I long for the day that I can see you face to face. That smile of yours is imprinted in my heart and I can't help but laugh. You are missed by so many but never worry because you are with us in our hearts. Your legacy lives on in each of us who knew and loved you. There is no doubt that when you reached heaven's gates the Lord said, "Well done, Charlie, good and faithful servant."
You are in my heart always,
your loving and proud wife,
Mary-Anne N. Rubado
Debbie Welch
May 1, 2007
Charlie,
Thank you for your awesome sacrifice! You were such a lover of Christ and a wonderful example for some many lost souls. I know there are many who now know our Beautiful Savior because of your witness. Mary Anne, you have carried on Charlie's mission and will always have Christ and Charlie right beside you every step of the way.
I will never forget, and neither will Chelsea, the day you both came over to babysit for her. I remember her saying "I love Charlie". I pray when the time comes that she will find someone as great as your Charlie was.
Love,
Steven Rubado
April 14, 2007
I love you so much bro and I miss you more than I can put into words. I hope you never doubted how proud I was and am of you. Next to Jesus and Jan, you were the best friend I've ever had.
To all those who have written and comforted our family...thank you.
Skye Rubadeau McRoberts
March 17, 2007
Charlie,
I wish you were able to meet our babies...Madeline, Merrick and Macy. I will tell them about you often and remind them of your amazing sacrifice. It makes me so proud to read all of the wonderful things that your friends and colleagues have to say about you - your amazing faith and duty. I only wish that we had more time as adults together. Your cousin and friend. Remembering you always. Love, Skye
SSG Marcus Randolph
February 3, 2007
Hello Sir, just wanted to say that I still think about you all the time. I always remember the last time I talked to you on the morning of August 29, 2005. You are missed everyday, whenever I talk to my students at the school house I tell them about our brother Lt Charlie Rubado. I thank GOD that I had the chance to meet and work with such a great person (YOU). It was also a pleasure to meet your parents when I was home in Florida, they are great and I could feel the love when I was talking with them and when they showed me your room and all the pictures. I will be heading to Iraq again in about a month for the 3rd time, I'm an instructor at the school house, but we were given a detail for six months, so I'm going to Iraq to be on a IED task force to teach units how to react to an IED. Well, Sir I know that you are in a much better place, I bet it's really beautiful up there, but I would like to ask you a favor. Would you continue to watch over us? We love and miss you everyday!!!
Zanetta Barnes
February 2, 2007
Charlie~I don't ever think I got the chance to express my sincere and utmost gratitude for what you did for our country!~ You were a man of God and he definitely shined through you like no other! A lot has happened since you have left this place, but you definitely have not been forgotten! You would be so proud of Mary-Anne...she is one strong woman, I don't know how she does it!~ This has probably been the hardest thing she has ever had to encounter...but she is doing a great job keeping her head up and praising God for the way he used you to go out and fulfil his plan! She is a true testimony of you and God!!! She amazes me Charlie and I know you are smiling down on her right now! Your second annual golf scramble is coming up in April and I'm actually going to play in it this year...you would be proud. Dan and I have been together for over a year now and we talk often of you and all the college memories. I've seen all the pics of when you bleached your hair, lol. Oh, it is definitely a small world...the new chorus teacher at my school is Mary-Anne's cousin...Suzi. We talked about you and how beautiful the funeral was. (You impacted so many people Chalie, it was amazing to hear what everybody had to say. Your dad definitely touched me with what he said, "You are safe now son, Welcome home" and then when he saluted you, wow...it was absolutely touching! I still get goose-bumps just thinking back to that day!) God has the neatest ways of working in my life and how He keeps Mary-Anne connected to me! Charlie, it has only been a little over a year, but it seems just like yesterday...You are missed very much! I'm going up to Colorado in March to visit with Mary-Anne...I can't wait to see her! Charlie, could you do me a favor...could you please continue to watch down on her...she loves you so much still and tries so hard to make you proud in which I know she is doing :) Thank you again for what you did for our Country...no words I say will ever be enough to repay you! I look forward to the day we meet again my brother! God bless you always!
Love Always,
Zanetta
Mary-Anne Rubado
January 13, 2007
My love, my best friend, my soulmate...I miss you each passing day and am honored to be a witness to your amazing testimony of your love for the LORD. I can't wait to see you again in our eternal home.
"I hope I've made you proud of the way I've faced the future, and carried on without you. Until we meet again, Goodnight, My Love."
Garnet Jenkins
August 30, 2006
Remembering 2nd Lt. Charles R. Rubado, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
Rest well Charles, in God's Loving Care and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and comfort, continue to be with the Rubado
family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you every day, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May the memories of your loved one live in your heart always.
Softly and slowly....
Time heals...
2LT Daniel Bair
August 29, 2006
Charlie, it was this day a year ago that we lost you as a friend, and and comrade. You are not forgotten and we will always love and miss you!
Marcus Randolph
June 28, 2006
Mr and Mrs Rubado: It was a pleasure to meet you at your home while I was in Florida for a family reunion. Also thanks for helping me find Lt Rubado's gravesite and showing me his room with all the great pictures and letters from different people. Sometimes as a soldiers it's hard because you really don't get to say goodbye to friends, one minute they are here and the next they are gone. Yeah, we have a memorial service but it not like being at the funeral where you can see the person and say goodbye. Thanks again and like we talked about, whenever I'm in Florida I will stop in to visit. God bless you both and Mary Ann always.
SSG Marcus Randolph
Shawn G
June 28, 2006
Dear Mary Ann,
I am not sure if I am spelling your name right so please excuse me. This is a letter I have long thought about writting you and Charlies parents. You husband/son was a very good friend of mine although I only had a short time with him. I met him on a patrol the first time, then at a Bible study. We became friends instantly and adventually we were doing bible studies together often. Charlie and I grew very close and God placed us on many missions together. When he went to Tal Afar ahead of me the Holy Spirit had already put on my heart How Charlie would glorfy the Lord. I mistook the feeling as I needed to be there with him on every mission. All saw Christ in Charlie's life and it showed at his memorial. Everyone who spoke talked about Charlie's relationship with God. I just hope that when I die, others would speak of my life as they did Charlie's. To my brother Charlie; You were a man of God, and I rejoice in your salvation. You are with our Master now and I will see you again my friend-
June 27, 2006
Everyday still I think about the many memories growing up with you. I miss you a lot and still find myself having a hard time handling all of this. I just hope you understood how much I love, appreciate, and am proud of you.
ROBYN GARSIDE
June 27, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Andy Hollingsworth
June 20, 2006
I miss you, brother. I miss you every day. But we'll see each other again one day. I hope I'm able to grow up to be even half the man you were. You were the best man I ever knew.
Michael Byrne
May 29, 2006
As an active member of the U.S. Navy. I am constantly reminded of the dangers, the sacrifices, and hardships we all endure, but every single person that pays the ultimate sacrifice upon the altar of freedom that we as Americans enjoy every day, I am both saddened and supremely proud of their great love for country and humanity. To you that are survived my heart and unending gratititude go out to you, and although I never knew your son, I do know that he is a real HERO!
Dan Bair
April 26, 2006
Charlie,
I know that you were a with us during the 1st annual Charles R. Rubado Memorial Golf Tournament and it was an honor to put that on in your name. Your memory will always live on.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 26, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Rubado family in the loss of Charles. I did not know Charles, 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. You are a 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~
Julia Leamy
February 14, 2006
Dear Rubado Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your tragic loss, you are in my thoughts and daily prayers. I have all good memories of Charlie, and seeing him at family parties and holidays. He will be remembered forever.
Hay Patty and Barry
November 5, 2005
Dear Rubado Family,
Since attending the memorial service at FT. Carson on September 21 and learning what an awesome and "committed to the Lord" person Charlie was, we have taken great comfort that our own son Dennis Hay went "home" that day with the "very best". Hearing all the wonderful things about Charlie and what he stood for was tremendously meaninful to us and even though we greived for our own loss that day we also greived for you and with you. Your loss will never be forgotten in our household. We pray for you often and our thoughts are never far from you. We are on the same difficult journey and know that only God can truly be your source of comfort. We just want you to know how much we appreciate your son and his service to us. No words can express what is in our hearts. Even though our sons did not know each other we want you to know that our son believed in his mission and beleived more than anything that the guys on the ground were his brothers. We have to believe they are together like brothers now waiting for the rest of us. God bless you and comfort you and wrap His arms around you like only He can do. Patty,Barry and Bridgette Hay
Robyn Hetcel
October 25, 2005
My sincere condolences To the Rubado family. Always remember the good memories of him. My husband said he was one of a kind and a great person to work with, very good at teaching others. He will always be remembered....
Linda and Mike Garrison
October 10, 2005
Though we didn't know Charles, we know of his sacrifice and will be eternally grateful. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family. May God Bless you and guide you through this sad time. Rest in Peace, Charles, for a job well done.
Beth and Chris Forcade
October 8, 2005
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Rubado family. May God bless you and lift you through this tragic time in your lives. We are very thankful for his service to our Country and please know that we think Charlie is a true hero.
Nathan & Mindy Tyler
October 7, 2005
our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. It was a pleasure to have worked with Lt. Rubado. May he rest in peace and god bless you all.
Kathy Powell
October 7, 2005
There is great sadness when we lose someone we Love so Much. May you and your family find comfort in knowing that others Sympathize with you and deeply care.
With Sincere Sympathy,and May God Bless You All!
Kathy Powell
Mindy Gadfield
October 7, 2005
I wasn't fortunate enough to know Charlie, or his family, but I would just like to say thank you for your sacrifice. People such as Charlie are the reason this country stands strong. There aren't enough words to express the gratitude that I feel towards the men and women of the United States Military. God Bless Them!
Dani Jurjens & Family
October 6, 2005
Rubado Family,
You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. I have heard nothing but wonderful things about 2Lt Rubado and wish I had gotten to know he and Mary Ann better. May God be with you now and forever.
Kaye Fortin
October 6, 2005
I only ever met Charlie twice. He came to Crazyhorse Troop shortly before deployment and so I never had the opportunity to get to know him personally. But I knew him through Mary-Anne, who spoke of him often and still speaks lovingly of her husband. My heart aches for you Mary-Anne, because I know you loved him with everything you have. You will forever be part of the Crazyhorse Troop family, as will Charlie.
Kaye Fortin
Crazyhorse Family Readiness Group
2LT Aaron Adams
September 30, 2005
Charlie was a great friend of mine. We spent many days out fishing the lakes of Florida, and we never caught a thing. He was excited about 3rd ACR, about getting his Stetson and Spurs. To have you gone is something I think about every day. You will be forever missed. You are on mind as I leave tomorrow for Iraq, we'll finish the job. You always helped me out, you always had my back. I even remember those land nav points we made, or how about the barb wire obstacle course at FSC? Those were good times, I'll see you again someday, just wait for me at Fiddler's Green.
John Paul
September 26, 2005
Your son touched all of our lives and will continue to live within us.
With our deepest condolences,
CPT John and 1LT Dawn Paul
2LT Jimmy Crook
September 26, 2005
Charlie,
My friend, my frat big brother, my ROTC buddie, my fellow US Army Soldier, you are the man, you touched my life in so many ways, I will never forget you or your family, keep smiling, I'll see you in heaven soon, your friend for life.
Jon Tate
September 25, 2005
If you knew Charlies -- some how some way he has touched your life and etched a memory within you. A great person, good spirit. Watch over us Charile as your fellow brothers in arms continue in the fight for freedom-- you gave the ultimate sacrifice, and you will be forever remembered.
SSG Marcus Randolph
September 23, 2005
To the Rubado Family:
First I would to say thank you for sharing Lt Rubado with us. He was a great leader, soldier, and friend. It's really hard to believe that he's gone, but he's in a better place. On the morning of 29 Aug 05, when I was coming out of the bathroom, I said good morning to Lt Rubado, I never thought that on the night of 29 Aug 05, I would be crying and saying goodbye forever to a great person. My God bless the Rubado family always and Lt Rubado will never be forgotten and will always be apart of our lives.
SSG Marcus Randolph
C trp 1/3 ACR
Iraq
Cpl. Cortney Mcdaniel
September 23, 2005
dear family,
Today we as a body of christ, must rejoice, for to be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD. I knew your son, and husband. i have served with him since march of 2005. I'm in C-Trp 1-3 ACR. 2Lt. Rubado was a great man. Seeing Lt. Rubado at bible study or at church on sundays, with that big smile on his face will be truely missed by all.
Dan Bair
September 21, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rubado family. Charlie will always be remembered by all of us he touched here at Florida Southern and that is a very large number of people. I will always remember his constant smile even when times were tough. Remember all of the good times and know Charlie is always watching
2LT. Andrew Merchant
September 17, 2005
To the Rubado family, I remember Chalie when I attended the OCF Bible study at FT. Knox during Armor OBC. He was good soldier and a good man for the Lord. I certianly hope his wife and family will find peace in the fact that he is now home with the Lord. My prayer and sympathies to his unit and family.
Charlie Lassiter
September 14, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the future. I am the aunt of a soldier in the 3rd ACR 1st Battery. I do not know if he was part of Lt. Rubado's company but our hearts break for you and all his family.I hope you are able to find peace.
In Christian Love,
Ms. Charlie Lassiter
J. Graves
September 12, 2005
God Bless his family and friends..His dedication and service will never be forgotten..
leon mcgilbra
September 12, 2005
To the Rubado Family,
I am 2lt McGilbra currently Stationed in Iraq. I knew your son from AOBC in KY. He was a great man and would do anything for anyone. I am truely sorry for your lose.
Leon McGilbra
2/69 Ar Bn
Speed and Power
2LT Steven Hampson
September 12, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go to the Rubado family. I became friends with Charlie as members of the same OBC platoon. He was one best guys around, when things got a little tough he would just shake his head and smile. Always calm, Always confident - I'm going to miss him.
Jose Angus
September 10, 2005
To The Rubado Family,
My condolences for your loss.
Jose Angus
2LT Mark Moretti
September 10, 2005
There are so many things that could be said about Charlie. There isn't enough space here to even scratch the surface of how great a friend and soldier he was. He loved the Army, his country, and his wife with all of himself. He set the example for us to follow in life, and now also in death. Charlie, I will never forget you, or the sacrifice you made for all of us. Rest in Peace my friend and watch down over all us. Sleep well, your mission on this earth is done. May all of us be so lucky to follow down the trail you made for us. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy Twedell
September 9, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sir Hugh Walpole said "It isn't life that matters! It's the courage you bring to it." Charles embodies this. Even though I didn't know Charles, I feel a loss because Mary and I share a special bond in Zeta Tau Alpha. May God be with you.
September 8, 2005
You were a warrior. You were a leader who would have gone far in armor. Rest easy. Glad to have known you.
September 8, 2005
You were a warrior. You were a leader who would have gone far in armor. Rest easy.
Lane Roberts
September 8, 2005
Lt Rubado was my platoon leader in Iraq. He was a good man and leader. I hope God will bless all of you with the peace needed to go on with your lives. Also know that the men of 2nd platoon will never forget him, and will try to honor him in a way he deserves.
Love, PFC. Lane Roberts
Kenneth and Linda Fuller
September 8, 2005
Our heartfelt love is sent your way
to let you know that we care and have you in our daily prayers. May
God's Spirit reach across the miles
today from our family to your family.
Narisa & Anthony Hernandez
September 6, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with my aunt, uncle, cousin and their wives during this tragic time. Charlie will be missed dearly, I will always have the fondest memory of my little cousin. May god bless your family, and may our hero be remembered in our hearts.
Suzanne Baer
September 6, 2005
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. We just wanted to express our sorrow for your loss and our true appreciation for the sacrifice made by Charles for our country.
Eileen and Bill Jeker
September 3, 2005
Our sincere deepest condolences are extended to the family of another fallen hero from two very grateful Americans. Charles, may you rest in peace.
Billy Berg
September 2, 2005
Charlie was a great brother of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and a great man to our country. He lived his life by the ideals of Lambda Chi Alpha. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends!
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