Amy Tirador Obituary

Tirador, SSG Amy C. (Seyboth) COLONIE, N.Y. Staff Sergeant Amy C. (Seyboth) Tirador, 29, lost her life in service to her country on November 4, 2009 in Iraq. Born in Albany on July 18, 1980, she was a resident of Colonie for most of her life. Amy was a 1998 graduate of South Colonie Central High School where she was an extremely accomplished trumpet player. She attended Environmental Science and Forestry where she was a member of the Syracuse University Orangeman marching band. Amy joined the Army Reserves in 1999 and enlisted into active duty in 2001 as an Army combat medic. Her first duty assignment was in Germany with the 1st Infantry Division. In 2003, she went to Turkey in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 2004 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom II, as a corporal, she was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for actions as a medic during combat. In 2005 Amy decided to re-class from combat medic to an Arabic linguist as well as a human intelligence collector, assigned to 3rd BDE, 2nd INF. DIV. Amy is the beloved wife of SFC Michael Tirador. She is the cherished daughter of Colleen (Don Panthen) Murphy and Gerard Seyboth and his wife, Liz. Amy is the devoted sister of April (Jason) McAllister and Evan Seyboth. She is the loving granddaughter of Thomas E. and Marion J. Murphy, Sr. and the late Harold and Josephine Seyboth. She is the niece of Ken (Elizabeth) Seyboth, Colleen Mary (Peter) Seyboth Kajano, Ann Blais and Thomas E. Murphy, Jr. Amy is the daughter-in-law of George and Florentina Tirador. She is the dearest cousin of Aron and Ranee'. Amy also leaves her very dear friend, Marli Tirador and her daughter, Caitlin as well as the Briones Family, The Gonzales Family and her husband's late aunt, Kimberly Briones, with whom she was very close. Also surviving are many cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. at Reach Out Fellowship on Osborne Rd., Colonie. Calling hours will be Monday from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. at New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave). Interment with full military honors will be in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Fisher House Foundation, Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20850-5168 or Help on the Homefront, c/o Bill Schaaf, Patriot Guard Riders, 114 Lord Ave., Troy, NY 12180 in memory of SSG Amy C. Tirador. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com

Published by Albany Times Union from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2009.
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Hi there Amy, know and see what you have left in our hearts, your love and many memories in our thoughts. Saw Charlene n her kids last week. We love sharing all of you together. Stay close and thanks to A. Benion for thinking of me and Amy. Our hero for all time. Love the stars, Mom xoxo

Colleen Murphy

Family

February 6, 2023

So sad for the world that it lost such a wonderful person. I'm glad I crossed paths with her and experienced her presence in those last 2 years.
To Amy's mom: It's beautiful how you've kept vigil here. Don't worry, she hasn't been forgotten. There are others whose lives she touched who have nothing but good memories and positive things to say about her. Live well for Amy and stay strong.

A. Benion

Work

February 4, 2023

Aim-a-flame Amy, just passed your 40th birthday Saturday, thanks for showing up. We celebrated you with your angels, love, and the happiness you always gave to others, unconditionally. 10yrs gone and now 40th still missing you so, and loving you more. Biggest hugs Amy, love you more than all the stars Mom XOXO

Colleen Murphy

Mother

July 20, 2020

Hello there my sweet girl, 10yrs now and not a day or night goes by that Im always missing you sooo. Seeing you in so much of life Im able to continue to move forward with all the love you have in your heart. Thanks for that Hun, youre da best!! Always looking forward to being together again one day, Grampa n all. Stay at rest till we meet again God is good and does know what we dont understand. Blessings to all of us. My whole heart, Mom XOXO ❤

Colleen Murphy

Mother

January 28, 2020

Hi Amy, missing you so much these days. It's November 04, 2018, 9 long years since you're been gone. Not by choice but by God's calling out of our world. Knowing we'll be together again is what sustains me and your love. Give Grampa a hug for me, well hugs to both of you from your Mom. Visiting later with the sunshine. Love you lots. XOXO

Colleen Murphy

November 4, 2018

Happy Easter my beautiful Amy,, missing you so yet knowing your love still abides in all of us. Thank you once more for your unconditional Heart-filled life we have to hold each day.
More than all the Stars, Mom xoxoxo

Colleen Murphy

March 26, 2018

Morning Amy,,
Been too long in touching base,, though I've loved all your visits!! As you kno it's been a busy n crazy 2017, all good. Back in Colonie close to Evan with G-P's coming this week. FYI, almost 8yrs n still feels like 8 months missing you. Your love and honor lives so strong in us we celebrate your life and all you did in 29yrs. Continue to stay close with me, April n Evan, we kno you're with us. Oh, your dad's B-day, bless him on his day as I kno you will. Big hugs Hun. Peace out, love you with all the star, Mom XOXO BWJ IHS

Colleen Murphy

August 6, 2017

My beautiful, sweet baby girl, honored and loved, missed and with us all.
Ramon, thanks for reaching out and yes I'd love to see pictures. Love to hear from anyone whom was in Amy life. You can contact me at [email protected]. Life does go on and our past will always be a part of it. Just one of the ways I've learned Amy's love and spirit will always be with me and all who knew her. Will look forward to hear from you. Again, thank you.
Amy's Mom, Colleen

Colleen Murphy

August 5, 2017

Love you lots , Mom XOXO

Colleen Murphy

December 5, 2016

Happy Birthday to my sweet baby girl. Missing you and loving you from the deepest part. Thank you for all your love and your sweet memories to last our life time. Peace out Baby. Love more than all the stars, Mom XOXO sweet dreams....

Colleen Murphy

July 18, 2016

Happy 2016 my sweet baby girl. My Hero, daughter, friend, my angel. Thank you for your loving kindness. Miss you so and love you more. Mom XOXO THE STARS!!!!

Colleen Murphy

January 1, 2016

MERRY CHRISTAMS, MY SWEET BABY GIRL, SSG AMY SEYBOTH-TIRADOR. RIP HONEY. WE'RE ALL TOGETHER AGAIN WITH YOUR LOVE, THANK YOU ALWAYS. LOVE YOU MORE THAN ALL THE STARS AS YOU MAMA BEAR MARCHES FORWARD IN 2016, and HAPPY NEW YEAR. YOU ARE THE BEST AND ALWAYS MY HERO. IJN & IHS XOXOXO*****

Colleen Murphy

December 22, 2015

My Sweet Baby Girl, missing you so, loving you ever day and living each day by your loving kindness, you always gave away. Will have your example of life in my heart to give out freely. Thank you for that. A bit over 6 yrs now and know missing you will never go away. Knowing we'll be together again is my peace and promise. Thank you JESUS!! XOXO

Colleen Murphy

December 11, 2015

My Sweet Baby Girl, missing you so, loving you ever day and living each day by your loving kindness, you always gave away. Will have your example of life in my heart to give out freely. Thank you for that. A bit over 6 yrs now and know missing you will never go away. Knowing we'll be together again is my peace and promise. Thank you JESUS!! XOXO

Colleen

December 11, 2015

Amy,Hi! we made it back:).This is the first day of the rest of our lives.God bless us all.
Love/Stars, Mom xoxo

Colleen Murphy

April 29, 2015

I Miss You So Much......My Heart, Mother xoxo

Colleen Murphy

February 8, 2015

Undending Love, Amazing Grace. My Hero, My sweet Amy:). Mom, XOXO** IJN

Colleen Murphy

February 8, 2015

5yrs, 2mts & HAPPY NEW YEAR 2015, my Amy, my Hero, miss you always, love you always, Mom xoxo***IJN

Colleen Murphy

January 4, 2015

my sweet baby girl,daughter, woman,solider,Hero. Still no words,,my heart aches so. Love you more that all the stars your now among:):):). Mom, xoxoxo

Colleen Murphy

November 13, 2014

Always thinking of you.

J Rod

November 13, 2014

Happy Veterans Day Amy. You'll be forever missed.

Chester Honn

November 11, 2014

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected] is an organization with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church of Mechanicsburg, PA would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your loved one's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift which will be mailed to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne

Lynne Neibert

September 23, 2014

You were everything I would loved to have been Amy. In the branch of the military you are in and your Arabic. I admired you from afar. I still think you are the greatest even though we never met. Others who knew you I am sure miss you. Sent with love and thanks for your service.

Stephanie Hyde

December 4, 2013

Amy, you were everything I would love to have been. I admired you from afar. You are not forgotten even though we never met. Just knowing about you is enough to call you friend.

Stephanie Hyde

December 4, 2013

Amy, my beautiful Amy, it's now Feb.2013 & lookin like a good year ahead w/u:). My missin you is so strong, yet I gain peace & strenght from your love. Thanks honey, peace out, Loves ya lots, Mom xxxxoooo****

Colleen Murphy

February 20, 2013

My heart and love to the family is always in my prayers. Keep strong and know we are all with you.

Debi Cyr

Debra Marie Cyr Domiko

December 11, 2012

oops, my G~Son is Zachary, not Zachery, oh dear, I got it right now:):). love me, & Amy, thanks, xxx000

December 5, 2012

Amy & I, the Mom!, want to thank the person/persons who made it possible for this Guest Book to remain permanently:).Yesterday it was ended and now it is back up and what a blessing. Thank you and God Bless for such an act of love. xxxxoooo****

Colleen Seyboth~Murphy

December 5, 2012

My Amy, our new baby boy: Zachery Albert Mc Allister, 8.11oz Dec. 04, 2012, proud parents of "April & Jay" w/big sissy, Zoey~Bear waiting for him to come home:):):). Thank you Amy, what a day to remember always, & what a big boy. Your sissy April did great!!! Miss u soo & love u more, stay close Amie, loves Mother~Me xxxooo****

Colleen Murphy

December 5, 2012

You will never be forgotten!!!!!

Elizabeth Raab

December 4, 2012

You are not forgotten--your photo will be posted once again on my website before Veterans Day. RIP!

Noonie Fortin

November 5, 2012

R.I.P. Amy Tirador
Heaven is where you now belong to since that is where your God has destined for those who sacrifice their lives for the freedom of others. Live good in heaven for an eternal life there. You will not be forgotten.

H. P.

November 4, 2012

Amy, missin u sooo much, still, there are no words to explain. You know, I'm sure. So Proud of the wonderful woman you became & the life u lead, w/others right to the end:). Still workin hard with all of it,,,one day @ a time. Peace out honey, Mother Bear, lol

Colleen Seyboth Murphy

September 9, 2012

SSG T. I've never been too good with words, but I wanted to let you know I'm thinking about you all the time. I miss your optimism. I miss your constant happiness. I was such a negative person I needed you around to show me different. There's so much more I want to say but I'm sure you know. I miss you SSG.

B Weikle

September 8, 2012

morning Amy:), miss u, hey u kno where my June notes went? Kno u do, I don't? Found a ranch to visit & kno ur w/me there, we always loved the horses:).Still workin hard & missin ya harder...Good day to ya honey. loves ya, Mom xxxooo*** bwj

July 13, 2012

Gone but not Forgotten

July 12, 2012

ok, got thru another month:):). missin u sooo & loving ur spirit always around whn I need u. Kno we're both blessed w/life is as it is!! C u next time honey. From the deepest part, luv's Mom. "Mother Bear" xxxooo***

Colleen Murphy

May 5, 2012

Amy, I lovee you:):),MoM, stars always...

colleen murphy

March 27, 2012

my sweet angle, whn I feel u here I'm happy, other days r so sad. Missing u is daily yet I have peace knowing we'll b 2gether again. Smiles, cause ur out of that war between ur own 4 walls with ____. Our Lord has His ways, one was for u 2 b with Him sooner in life. Oh, what a wonderful life you made for yourself. The hard part is no more hugs and kisses, yet we will always have, love you more than all the stars...from the deepest part honey. b close:) my love, MOM XXXXXOOOOOO*******PEACE OUT

Colleen Murphy

March 15, 2012

I miss you & love you more,,,no words,,,just emotion,,,saddness & pride. How do we go on??? Help, w/ur love honey. really needin it thru ur spirit......

January 10, 2012

1 wk til X-Mas, 1st one away from NY & here in AZ, having u w/me helps soooo much. Thanks my Amy, missin U sooo much. Sad/happy, lost/home??? just still stabs like a knife, yet we must march on, I know. Stay close sweetie & have this holiday season be in peace 4 U. From the deepest part, my love for you always & forever, Mom xxxooo***

Colleen Murphy

December 19, 2011

Amy, my family and I miss you alot. Devon asks what happened to the lady that nicknamed him Harry Potter... all I can tell him is that I don't know. I miss your jokes and advice. You will never be forgotten!

Brian Curtis

November 7, 2011

I think of you often and your family. Sent your mom my Remember the Fallen listing for November female casualties. Sure wish you weren't among them. RIP!

Noonie Fortin

November 5, 2011

You were an angel in fatigues! You were loved and still missed to this very day! RIP Friend

Jessica Rodriguez-Green

November 5, 2011

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Amy C. Tirador:
Please accept my remembrance of Amy on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

November 4, 2011

:)missing u soooo Amy, no words, heart breaks & memories, proud & so thankful for You. From the deepest part my love, more than all the stars. Stay close today & always. Mom xxxooo***

Colleen Murphy-Seyboth

November 4, 2011

Saluting your veteran today and always.

Auntie

November 4, 2011

I think of you often. I hope you are at peace. You were loved by many and loved deeply. Love Rodriguez

Jessica Green

October 18, 2011

Amy,,,there are no words,,,thanks for all your help w/my move. As you know it does make me smile when ur around:):). 2 yrs comin fast & look @ us now!! It does not get any easier, the pain of missing u still takes my breath away as if it were yesterday. 2yrs, 2 days, a bit over a month 2 go. Here I sit, our spirits connect and w/closed eyes I c u, miss u yet I know your right here with me, a bond which will never b broken:). Love u so, from the deepest part. Mom xxxooo***

Colleen Murphy-Seyboth

October 16, 2011

Amy,
I have thought about you a lot over the last few days. Your leadership and inspiration still resonate with me after all this time. I wish I had your optimism and beautiful spirit. Yet, it still shines today and it comes to mind when I see dark times ahead or feel sorry for myself. So while you are not here, you will never be gone. God bless you and keep you. While my time serving with you was all too brief, it will stay with me always. Thank you. More than I can ever say in words.

Sam Kaufman

October 14, 2011

Hi Sweetie, well the big move is in 13 days and I'll be west bound, AZ and I know you'd support me no matter where you are. Thanks for that cause you know it for my health. Gonna need your help, it's a double edge sword, my health must come first is what I'm lea.rning & thanks for all the nudges along the way. Miss you soooo very much, u know that too. will it ever get easier? I know it's will when we're together again.Stay close honey and me too. Have a great one, I have a busy one coming up. Take care as always honey. C u soon, all my love, Mom xxxooo*** from the deepest part.

Colleen Seyboth-Murphy

August 11, 2011

My Sunshine, ur Happy Birthday is tomorrow & we are all still wishing u the best ever:). I came across those pics of you as just a bitty baby, just as ZoZo is now, when I get to c her:). I'm sure u love her already. Zoey will know you very well with all the info we have on you and how very proud we are of you. "The Best of the Best" Still no easier,,Miss u soooooo, wish I was with you honey, u do your work there, I'll do mine here, we'll get there. Have a great one tomorrow, no u will. Love, deepest part, MoM xo*

Colleen Murphy

July 17, 2011

Happy Birthday, Mimi. Gosh how I miss you. Only you would know, I am so glad we were close when you left. You are so Brave, And you were so special, as you now know. When I Die, The Band Perry is truly for you...Love
Aunt Patty

Aunt Patty

July 15, 2011

We will miss Amy.

chris squassi

May 6, 2011

I miss u sooo much,gets easier, not true. Not for me honey & you know that. I am so sorry for the way you had to live the last months of your life & we know that too. Pls help me right now honey, only you can do that with your beautiful smile and sparkeling blue loveing eyes. As the tears flow down my face I'm so proud of what you were able to do with your life. Your Home now & happy,& that does make me @ peace. I miss u so much. My Love from the deepest. Mom xxxooo***

Colleen Murphy

January 30, 2011

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January 28, 2011

Missing you, Aim.

LYLAS always,
Jenn

Jenn Kisselburgh

January 28, 2011

DEAR Amy C. Tirador (Seyboth) FAMILY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF AMY ,AMY WAS A BEAUTIFUL DEEP SYMPATHY AMY THANKS FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY I MISS HANGING OUT WITH YOU ME AND JANE PLAYING CRAZY EIGHTS LOVE YA HEATHER

HEATHER JORDAN

January 2, 2011

My heart, and most sincerest humble thoughts are with the Seyboth Family and with my friend April (Amy's loving sister).

T.R. Laz

December 7, 2010

My Amy, there still are no words except I miss you so, every moment, your warm smiles, hugs, & kisses. Will always have them to keep close to my heart in the deepest part. Don't know what happened to my other entries just happy to add another one for you, "OUR HERO" 1yr is now gone, don't know how, and the 2nd to keep the march on. Help us all honey, & stay close as always. All my Love Always, Mom xxxooo***Angle

Colleen Murphy

November 5, 2010

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Amy C. Tirador:
Remembering Amy on the anniversary of her passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

November 4, 2010

Thinking of you and your family on the one year anniversary of your passing. Rest in peace Sarge.

Noonie Fortin

November 4, 2010

Remembering Amy Tirador on the anniversary of her passing, and honoring her service and sacrifice.
May those who love Amy find the answers they seek - truth will always prevail. I hope that you're comforted by the messages written on this site from people with whom Amy served - they speak volumes for the decent, loyal and steadfast friend and comrade she was.
Rest in Peace Staff Sgt. Tirrador, rest in peace.
Doha, Qatar, GCC

Kim Straker

November 3, 2010

You gave me my very first mother's day gift... a single pink rose. It was the May after I found out I was pregnant. You are someone that I still look up too, both as a soldier, and as a human being. No one I know is more determined, loyal, and lively. I miss you "CPL". :)

Grace Fetters

November 3, 2010

I miss you more than you know! I still have your hammer that you let me borrow when I first moved to into the barracks in Germany! So every time I use it, I see your name on it and I think about your smile and all the good times we had! I know you are above us all as our guardian angel! Love always...Jessie

Jessica Rodriguez-Green

November 3, 2010

11 months; 11 days; I miss you 11x's more than 11 minutes ago. So hard honey, even knowing your safe now, I can't wrap my mind around never seeing you again. You know, stay close honey, always needing you. Love, Ma xxxooo***

Colleen Murphy

October 5, 2010

Miss you so much. 17 hrs. my thoughts are becoming so strong,,,,direction is what i'm looking for honey. just waiting for your next message, and thanks as always. Love, Me xxxxxxxooooooo*******

Colleen Murphy

September 17, 2010

MiMi,,,thank you for the beautiful rainbows Thursday, wow, the 1st one really spoke to us loud and clear, knowing you we're with us was the best. U keep doin your thing and I'll keep doin my thing,,,we'll get there together :):).Bless YOU & ALL of us. Stay close as always, thanks a bunch, Rainbow Bright, just like your sparkling blue eyes & loving smile."All gave some & some gave all". Mom xxxxoooo****/amy

Colleen Murphy

August 22, 2010

Amy, Thanks for being with us on your, "Amy's Ride", the whole day. As all of us who were there know the Honor & Dignity that held us all together with your love and kindness. Over 300 bikes as you know and that many more people, Uncle Tom brought a few,,lol,,know how much you love him too, and Smurf and Kelly, they we're great. Well, everyone was great. You raised much more over $10,000.00 and is going where you started your young life and grew into a young adult, CCHS. We have your Dad to thank for starting all of this, by a little talk with Evan about taking a ride in the spring,,nice weather with a few people,,,,and you know the rest :) :) :). Heavenly. Stay close as always,,,Love,miss,& hurt,,Ma xxxooo bwj ttyl all the stars w/u among them!

Colleen Murphy

August 19, 2010

My Ames, how I miss you so much everyday. I miss our talks and how we helped each other through the difficult times in our lives. I love you and hope that we get to talk again. Lots of love -Shara

Shara

July 24, 2010

My Sweet Amy,,,it's been a very busy 10 days as you know & Chapter 2 shall start soon, as you lead me on our way. Your Happy Birthday #30, was a turning point for me,,,a happy one. Seeing you in the Highest Honored Military Unit there is, "The Ultimate Sacrifice Unit" among all the soldiers which you all gave the same for our "FREEDOM", Thank you many times over. We now understand what support really means to our troops. As a "Gold Star Mom" I'm able to see your life and what you gave,,,to all. What a beautiful life, matching those blue sparkeling eyes of yours :) :) Love you so, Ma xxxxxxooooooand all the **** with you among them forever.

Colleen Seyboth-Murphy

July 23, 2010

Ame- We rode the bike up to Saratoga yesterday...nothing so sad as watching your dad place a penny on that stone. There's not a day that goes by that we don't remember some funny story or comment that you made. We treasure those, Ame. Miss you so much-

Dad & Liz

July 13, 2010

stopped by today,,,bitter-sweet for me and yet so proud and happy for you and your life. All that you gave will live on forever, the Army and the Amy with a heart of giving. My sweet baby girl, miss you so much, will be sad till we meet again, and we will. Stay close as always honey. You carry me when I can't walk and put a smile on my face and in my heart when all I want to do is cry. Thank you again, & again, MiMi....always love you, Ma xxxxoooo and all the stars with you among them.......................BWJ

Colleen Murphy

July 5, 2010

Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.

Elizabeth Raab

June 29, 2010

Amy- Honoring you this and every Memorial Day to follow. Thank you for everything. Forever in our hearts, and your loved ones forever in our prayers.

Lyanna Bateman

May 31, 2010

Happy Memorial Day Amy,
Today we remember and honor you for your courage and commitment. You're never forgotten...

Veronica Peretin

May 31, 2010

My sweet baby Girl,
May 20,2010 was your Brick Memorial in The Crossings. Family & friends gathered to Honor you for Memorial Day and that you gave all. Bitter-Sweet was the spirit but the sweetness of you rose to the event. Thank-you Amy once again. Your beautiful life is what shines and helps us. You did have a fuller life than most can even dream of. The hard times & the Happy times made you the loving person you became and shared with all. And always stayed close no matter where you were in this big world of ours. Continue to stay close honey, as you have, and I'm here always. So very proud of you always, yet missing you so here with us. God Bless You on Memorial Day, My SSG Soldier of all!! Love you, Ma XXXOOO***BWJ

May 22, 2010

Dear Family of SSG Tirador,
I am so sorry for your loss. Amy is without a doubt, a true hero. She will always be remembered, and I hope that my military career will be as successful as hers. I will always keep in mind everything she has done, and look to her as a positive role model and hero. Although I didn't know her personally, she was and is my sister in arms and my battle buddy.

S S

May 18, 2010

Dear family of Staff Sgt. Amy C. Tirador, I am so sorry for the loss of your hero. He was a hero in many ways to many people. He was helping to maintain our freedoms and helping to bring freedoms to those that have never known freedom before. I send many packages to contacts listed at AnySoldier.com. Your Amy, being a volunteer contact for Any Soldier.com, was an angel to many in the field. He cared enough for his unit to help pass out mail to those who maybe did not receive any or as much mail as others. Helping them to know that they were supported, cared for and prayed for by us at home in the USA. What a true hero. Freedom isn’t free.
Thank you Staff Sgt. Amy C. Tirador. We miss you greatly!
May God’s Holy Spirit grant your family comfort as they progress through grieving for the loss of their very special hero.
From a Gold Star Mother (SSG Russell J. Verdugo KIA 5/23/05 - Baghdad)

Susan Stanley

May 5, 2010

I love you, miss you, and honor you my sweet baby girl. More than all the stars, kisses, and hugs, Mom wwjd

Colleen Murphy

May 5, 2010

You have my deepest sympathies. This is a wonderful tribute to Amy.

Kathy Sines

May 2, 2010

While I did not know this brave soldier, my deepest condolances to her entire family. From the granddaughter, daughter, wife and mother of war veterans.

Carol Bergeron

May 1, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

SCOTT CHAMBERLAND

April 10, 2010

from the deepest part, I Honor You. Continue to help me each day honey, your loving spirit is what guides me, and I thank you for always being here with me. Bless you, stay close xxxooostars always wwjd

Colleen Murphy

April 3, 2010

Amy, when I think of you all I can say is that I envy you. I can't think of a job I would be more proud to have. A job that would be more awe inspiring. You are truly a hero to me personally. I am so impressed with you. While we never met, I am a friend you just haven't met yet. I admire you from afar. And my heart is with you always. Sincerely, Stephanie Hyde

Stephanie Hyde

April 2, 2010

As your spirit lives forever with us you shine as a candle and light our way for days ahead just as Jesus has done for all of us. Thank you Amy. Stay close...love you so xxxooostars

Colleen Murphy

April 1, 2010

Amy,,,I'm missing you so much the tears just won't stop. Being away was great but coming back was harder than I ever even thought it would be, wow. You are just everywhere and I love you being here but miss you so much my daughter. Stay close and help guide me, I can use all the help I can get. Life seems to be getting harder as the days pass but with your spirit right here it helps me so,,your sweet smile and sparkeling blue eyes. Thank you, my Amy. Stay close honey. Love you so, Mom xxxxoooostars bwj almost 5 months but only yesterday.

Colleen Murphy

April 1, 2010

My baby girl, I miss so much and you know I know what lies ahead to be done. As your strength took you in and out of battle unharmed, so I will do the same for you in your absence. Thru the tears and hurt I will march on for your honor & dignity & truth, Amy. Thanks for being such a wonderful daughter & prayer partner, one who I'll not ever be able to replace. You will continue on in our hearts forever. love you, Mom xxxooo & all the stars. Stay close honey.

Colleen Murphy

March 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Frank Marciano

March 8, 2010

Prayer for Peace

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.

O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Amen

Stephanie Rafoss

March 7, 2010

My heartfelt sympathy to the Tirador family and friends in their loss of Amy . I did not have the honor or privilege of knowing Amy ,but my heart is saddened by the passing of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring peace to your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about Amy . Amy 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"

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

March 7, 2010

Ame, Can't seem to get past this... church every Sunday, prayers, talk, journal writing... can't get past it. Maybe I'm not supposed to move past it? But how do I move forward?
I took such great joy and pride knowing you were in this world, making it a better place.
I Love you, and I miss you. L.

February 22, 2010

Ame, Can't seem to get past this... church every Sunday, prayers, talk, journal writing... can't get past it. Love you and miss you.

L.

February 22, 2010

weeping, Ame

February 21, 2010

My heart is soo sad everyday.The tears are few now but when they come they flow like a river!I am not sure what to do at this point because NOTHING will bring you back.One thing I do know is to reasure every day like it was your last.Please bring us some answers and contentment Aim.Love and miss you so.....

your cuz,cuz

February 21, 2010

Hey Ame-
Dreamed of you last night. I couldn't quite figure it out. How I miss you, and long to hear your voice on the phone. I can almost hear it in my head, "Hi, it's Amy! Lemme guess, my dad's working?" I dunno...

Liz

February 20, 2010

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