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May 23, 2025
Charlie Gili
December 16, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let you, your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the Gary Sinise Foundation in honor of Ervin Dervishi US Army Private 1st Class.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Risa Quintanilla
May 25, 2024
After all these years I still think of Ervin. I had the pleasure of serving with him in Iraq. He was a proud Albanian and spoke highly of his family. I would have conversations with him about being in the military and his goal of joining law enforcement.
Dervishi was a hard worker and never complained about his circumstances. He will always be remembered as An American Hero. You are never forgotten. Until Valhalla brother.
Peggy Childers
January 25, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Ervin Dervishi:
It has truly been my honor to sign Ervin's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Ervin will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
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November 22, 2012
8+ years & ervin is still remembered, respected and honored.
October 31, 2012
brother rip we albanians we are proud with you
Peggy Childers
January 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Ervin Dervishi:
Always remembering Ervin. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
January 24, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Ervin Dervishi:
Please accept my remembrance of Ervin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
ron woods
January 3, 2011
I was fortunate enough to be deployed with Vinnie..it was a long tough deployment, but i remember most the time spent being around him. He would light up the room when he walked in with his cheery personality. When u trust a man with your life in situations u create a special bond that no one can ever take away..i'll remember u always my brother..
former soldier of 1 bn 22 inf 1 bde 4id
Annie
November 24, 2010
It looks like time doesn't go by...WE miss you so much. Nobody forgets your sacrifice! We love you.
Annie
Peggy Childers
January 24, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Ervin Dervishi:
Remembering Ervin 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
Donna Gillette
December 27, 2009
To the family of PFC Ervin Dervishi:
What truer words can there be. Ervin left as a kid, became a man and died a hero. May God bless the family and I am grateful for the sacrifices Ervin had made.
Kenna
November 23, 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 the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 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!
This is a gift! We have some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we care.
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
May 7, 2009
It's May now, a month from your birthday, and we are missing you so much, you were the light that kept us together and happy, adn now...it's so hard to live without you.I know you are watching us, pls never forget how much we love you.
Annie
In Memory of Ervin ~ (Debra Estep)
February 6, 2009
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 Ervin, 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
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
January 25, 2009
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the Dervishi family and all.Knowing now few of the many things they have always know are just a few of the many reasons that our Heroes shall NEVER be forgotten.Thank you for your service.
Peggy Childers
January 24, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Ervin Dervishi:
Ervin 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
Annie
January 8, 2009
Before knowing you, i did not believe in angels, now i know for a fact they exist. You are one of them. i know you are here with me, i know it, but it hurts...it hurts not seening you anymore... i still wait for you to came from that door, i still do, and my heart will always look at that door waiting for you...
i miss u soo much
Annie
Missing a true warrior you will never be forgotten.
London Dobbs
November 18, 2008
I will never forget the day you came into the combat support hospital. my entire memories are of you a true warrior it changed my life totally it seems like yesterday. You will never be forgotten. May your family and friends continue to have peace and know that you are indeed a hero and to take comfort in knowing that a special guardian angel is watching over you.
R Collis
July 24, 2008
It is difficult to know what to say since I want to express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Pfc Dervishi. Please know that your loved one is not forgotten. I wish everyone impacted by this tragic loss strength and peace. I hope that Pfc Dervishi knew that there are people in America who respect his great courage in serving as a member of the US military. Although I did not know him, I know that he must have been a very special person to be willing to do something that most Americans will never have to experience, and for that we can never say thank you enough.
Thank you Pfc Dervishi!
March 22, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Dervishi!
August 1, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 26, 2007
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and all that we hold sacred. Though tears can never bring you back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that you made and our sorrow at your passing. You are truly a hero and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Your mission on earth is complete. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the heroes who have passed before.
July 8, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Dervishi and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Gary Allain
June 14, 2007
Pfc. Ervin Dervishi
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Garnet Jenkins
January 27, 2007
In Remembrance of this Fine Young Soldier, who Gave his All for our Country and for Freedom.
May Pfc. Ervin Dervishi, rest safely in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord be with the Dervishi family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country remembers Ervin's sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Risa Quintanilla
August 13, 2006
PFC Dervishi was a great soldier and always a joy to be around. I had the pleasure of working with him during our deployment. His passing was hard to work through and I still have days that I realize the world has suffered a great loss with his passing. Dervishi accomplished great things in his short life and I can only imagine how many people he taught to laugh the way he did me. I thank God for giving me the chance to me him. I send my deapest condolences to the family. Your son will never be forgotten.
Damian Bramlett
September 27, 2005
I met and trained with Ervin in basic at Ft. Benning. He was kind hearted, and tough as nails. I never once heard him complain about how hard or difficult basic was. I'll miss him.
E JONES
April 29, 2005
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