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Alexander Missildine Obituary
Services for Specialist Alexander Wayne Missildine, 20, of Tyler, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 16, 2017 at Green Acres Baptist Church Chapel with Reverend Dustin Slaton officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 15, 2017 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Jackson's Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Home. Specialist Alexander Wayne Missildine passed into Our Heavenly Father's arms on October 1, 2017. Alex was killed in action while serving on active duty for the United States Army in Iraq. Alex was born on December 14, 1996 in Tyler, Texas.
Alex began building his skills in leadership and logistics in the Robert E. Lee High School band. It was there he gained lifelong friends and mentors. They have all truly stepped up and shown their continued love and support, even in his passing. Alex dreamed and never wavered from serving as a soldier for our great nation. In the span of a little over two years, he reached the rank of specialist as a motor transport operator. He loved his job, the challenges the military presented, and the opportunities he received while serving our great nation. Alex died with honor as a hero, the one his family and friends had known him to be all of his life.
Alex is survived by his parents, his father Michael and Jodie Missildine, and his mother, Robin and Rusty Goodwin. He is also survived by three adoring sisters: Bailey Goodwin, Sarah Boysel, and Tara Whittenburg. Alex is survived by two devoted brothers, Reagan Goodwin and Byron Crawford. Surviving grandparents include Marsha Ross, Bob and Florence Ross, Betty Goodwin, Gary and Liz Missildine, Jackie Gentry and Frank Alewine. Lots of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, battle buddies, as well as brothers in arms who remain on Earth in testimony of Alex's love.
Important to Alex, he was preceded in death by his Pepa, Ray Ross, his Papaw, Ronnie Goodwin, and a cousin he loved as a brother, Dylan Alvarado.
In lieu of flowers, please help us to honor and remember the military personnel like Alex and help his family and other families like theirs by making memorial donations to the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation, PO Box 1337, Midlothian, Texas 76065, 844-336-2533, www.chriskylefrogfoundation.org; The Mission 22 for Prevention of Veteran Suicide at www.mission22.com; Snowball Express, 611 S. main Street Suite 400, Grapevine, Texas 76051, 817-410-4673, www.snowballexpress.org.
Memories and Condolences
for Alexander Missildine
Benita Huskey
September 29, 2019
You know God has to take some of his angels home early and this was a perfect worker for his army in heaven-if you met him you know what I mean - Alvin and I thought he was such a blessing for us here on earth but sometimes God needs these worker bees in heaven. Mother is there and know she has been so impressed with him-God and momma are both for him there but we miss him so much here-a son with a heart of gold and was such a good servant to show up where he was called. We will get to see him when we get there because we we know why they needed him-such a good soul! We can cross that line when we get there because we already know someone there. Love you and your family!! Alvin and Benita Huskey
Sharon Durrenberger
April 20, 2019
I didn't know him but his grave is in the cemetery of my ancestors as far back as 5 generations. We recently buried my 40-year-old sister there. Thank you for your service, and may God grace your family with peace and comfort.
Ryan
November 19, 2018
I was at SADOC just 15 minutes down the road, we were about to roll out and head back up to Q-West that night when we got the news. They had encountered the IED before we rolled out, we weren't aware a LOGPAC (supply mission) was headed our way. It was pretty bad at SADOC, we were limited to one MRE (field ration) and two bottles of water a day. No showers, sleeping on our trucks or in a bombed-out building, outside medical coverage. I've also been to Afghanistan, but our time there during that part of the deployment was by far the most dangerous and the worst-off I've ever been in the Army. This was during the Hawija fight, SADOC was a ramshackle Iraqi camp on the side of Route Tampa, we had almost no food, water, or medical supplies -we barely had enough ammo and fuel. Every supply mission that reached us was a Godsend. Alex was part of the supply mission trying to bring us desperately-needed supplies, we had almost half a battalion out there stranded and cut off from the supply train. We had almost nothing, he was helping change that, and they got hit. I won't forget that night, our platoon medic did everything he could, we tried all we could. The most beautiful thing is that he was trying to help others, he was trying to help all of us out there, and I didn't know him personally but we loved him for it, he's our brother.
I visited his grave on my way to Utah back in June -we were all going home on leave, but he was already home, but we think about him everyday. I left him some medals and a 10th Mountain patch, spent some time there and just wanted to let him know I was there and we tried so hard, I love him. He is missed and he is truly in our hearts, I think about him and that horrible place everyday -he was just trying to help us, we won't ever forget.
Dave Thomas
May 28, 2018
In honor of our fallen heroes on this Memorial Day, I chose Alex's photo from a page of all those lost in recent years. As a veteran myself, I just wanted this day to be personal for me, and you, in remembering not only all of the lives lost, but Alex in particular. We live free every day because of his sacrifice and I just wanted you to know that you are not alone in remembering what they gave. God bless you all.
May 28, 2018
To The Missildine Family (Memorial Day 2018)
I want you to know that your son, Alexander was prayed for on Sunday at Santa Clara Catholic Church in Yorba Linda, California which I attend. His name was placed in a basket along with other military personnel who died this past year and I was fortunate to draw his name. I want you to know that it is an honor to write you and thank you for your son's service to this county and for making the ultimate sacrifice for us. I am a Marine Vietnam veteran and I know that those who have had to fight for it and those who have lost a relative fighting for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will never know. I sincerely believe that he is with you always and that you will one day see him again. Jim Crossan, Yorba Linda, California
William Goble
May 25, 2018
We will never forget our angels that guide our paths! I keep a bunch of these open so we all can talk to our loved one's in a way. Until Valhalla!
Lynne Neibert
November 8, 2017
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization (formed 2009) 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 ones sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift. 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 and years ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Mary Ann
October 17, 2017
My condolences to the family of Alexander Missildine, may the GOD of all comfort sustain you durning this difficult time
Isaiah 61:1,2
Bethany Spurling
October 17, 2017
Prayers for the family. Alex will always be remembered.
Jeff and Lara Miller
October 17, 2017
Our prayers and love go out to Alex's family. He was a special young man we both enjoyed getting to know at REL. Thank you, Alex, for your service.
Wes and Michelle Alexander
October 16, 2017
From a Marine Corps family, Thank You so much for your service and your ultimate sacrifice for our great country. God Bless all of your family and friends. Rest in peace Soldier.
Benita Huskey
October 16, 2017
I have met such a loving family in Robin and Rusty that have hearts of gold. Alvin and I had the opportunity to meet their son and his girlfriend. He had such a warm heart and a smile to melt any young lady. He had his "stuff: together and you could see that with just meeting him a few times as I did-God has a reason and we will not know until we get to heaven but God needed him more than we do as Alex had a sweet heart and will serve in God's army and get moved to the front of the line. We have boys and know how special they can be and would not understand why God would take them before us but God needs them or why he would not take them from us. Love to you both Robin and Rusty. You can be proud and know their is a reason-Love to you both! Alvin and Benita Huskey in Christ's name we know where he is today!!!
Jennifer Broome
October 15, 2017
Please know how much you comforted me when my Son went in the Army right after Alex did . I am praying that our Lord gives you and your family the comfort you all need. I am so proud to have known of such a hero as Alex. I'm in debt to him always for choosing to keep us safe. Prayers & the Love & Peace of our Lotd to you all....Thank You again❤
Karen and Judy Baker-Temple
October 15, 2017
Our heart is deeply saddened for the passing of Alex. My heart breaks for you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you Alex for your service and sacrifice. Our love to you all.
GiGi Harvey
October 15, 2017
To the parents, family and friends of Spc Alexander Missildine, my heart aches for you. Though we have never met, I feel as if we are part of one family. I am the mother of 2 Active Duty US Army soldiers, one of whom served with Alex as part of the 10th Mountain Division from Ft Polk, LA and currently on deployment in Iraq. Our prayers are with you now and will continue to pray for you during this difficult time.
Jayme Watson
October 14, 2017
My name is Jayme Watson. I represent a group of mothers known as Blue Star Mothers. We are mothers of active duty military, and veteran's. We'd like to take this opportunity to tell you that our hearts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time....
Vel & Sandra Holaday
October 14, 2017
May God ease your pain, and leave you with precious memories of your son, a brave hero for us all.
Parents of a Ft. Polk Soldier
Kay Aycock
October 13, 2017
I did not know Alex but wanted to say how grateful I am for brave men like him. We lost our Marine grandson, Bradley, on May 11, 2017. I know the pain you feel, but also the immense pride for his service. I pray the Lord brings you comfort and strength in the coming days. Our boys are now guarding the gates of Heaven.
October 13, 2017
Thank you for your service. I know you touched peoples lives in your time in the army.
Geri Taber
October 13, 2017
Robin, I'm so sorry for the loss of your brave son. A special salute goes out to him, and may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
October 13, 2017
R.I.P Sir. Thank you for your service. You are my hero.
Charlie Gili
October 13, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Missildine Family know that we have made a small donation to the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation to honor Alexander W. Missildine US Army Specialist. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals across the American youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Steve Schoen
October 13, 2017
Our son was deployed with Alex's Unit, the 10th Mountain Division. While I have never met him I thank him for his service to our country. He is a true Patriot. Our heart breaks for Alex's family and we will be praying for you.
Casey Hysell
October 13, 2017
I did not know Alex, but my daughter did - as a student at REL.
My heart aches so deeply for your family, and for all who knew and loved Alex.
Praying for God's perfect peace and comfort for you all.
Glorybelle Lillie
October 13, 2017
I wish I had the proper words of comfort for you in your time of tremendous loss and sorrow. I am so sorry that I do not. I will hold you all in my heart. God bless Alex always. May he rest in love and peace with our Lord and may his light continue to shine through you, his dear family.
Haidee Reyes
October 12, 2017
Our deepest sympathy from our family to yours. There are no words.
Sherry Rodenbaugh
October 12, 2017
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Praying for comfort for all of you.
Army Mom of a Fort Polk Soldier.
Karan Dublin
October 12, 2017
Robin, Praying for you and your family.
Theresa Tongio Holden
October 11, 2017
My deepest condolences. I am so sorry. Thank you for your service to our country. Your Aunt Jamie's colleague, Theresa
R.W. Moore
October 9, 2017
Thank you for your service, Brother. May God grant grace and peace to your family and friends. Fair winds and following seas.
R.W. Moore USN Ret.
Annatha Matthews
October 9, 2017
a great loss for our freedom. my prayers are with you Alex and your family. Your Aunt Kelly's friend love Annatha Matthews
Jesse Campo
October 8, 2017
Our condolence to your family and friends you gave all for our nation.
You are a true patriot. You will never be forgotten Alex. rest in peace.
Jerry Atherton
October 7, 2017
Praise God that we have outstanding young men like Alex Missildine who want to proudly serve our country. We cannot say or do enough to express our gratitude to this young man and his family.
Nathan Ramirez
October 7, 2017
God Bless you and your family. You answered the call for God and country and Im proud to call you my brother in arms!
Diane Best
October 7, 2017
Thank you Alex for your service brave soldier....Love you Robin...my arms are wrapping around you and your family....may Peace find you all....
Rosy Whitaker
October 6, 2017
Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice for our country. With greatest and highest respect we salute you. Prayers of comfort and strength to the family. We send love and hugs from Kentucky.
Rusty Casper
October 6, 2017
My prayers go out to family and friends of Spc. Alexander Missildine who selflessly gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country and our freedoms.
Sandra Walsh
October 6, 2017
You are now safely in the arms of Jesus. Your work on Earth is done. You died so We can be free.
Please Lord I pray that you comfort and help Alexander's loving family to heal their broken hearts and be replaced with pride, comfort and joy knowing their child died protecting his country. What an incredible young man!
I am so very sorry and heart broken for your loss.
Marguerite Donellan
October 6, 2017
Our hearts are with you. We will pray for you and your family. We are as one with our soldiers and thank him for his service and ultimate sacrifice. Blessings and prayers of comfort coming to you from our hearts to yours right now.
Tammie Coward
October 5, 2017
I didn't know your son but I wanted to thank him for his service. Prayers to your family. My son is waiting to be deployed any day now so we are all part of the military family. We live in Texas and support all our troops from Texas and all over the United States. My sincere condolences to you for your son paying the ultimate sacrifice for all our freedom. Hooah!!
Teresa Floyd-Daniels
October 5, 2017
Rest Easy Soldier. Your work here is done!
Hugs and prayers for comfort for your family, friends and military family.
Thank you for your service!
October 5, 2017
thank you for your service.
Reba Harris
October 5, 2017
Sir, WE , Thank You for your Service to our Nation! May God Comfort the hearts of your family, your loved ones, your friends & your fellow Soldiers. This is the Cost of Freedom & it comes at such a HIGH price.
Carla Gamblin
October 5, 2017
Thank You Sir for your service, Spc. Missildine. To your family, I pray God's Grace upon them, may He give them peace at this time. Our Freedom is not free, I am grateful for your sacrifice.
Dave Hoffman
October 5, 2017
I was honored to return Alexander's body back to U.S soil from the Middle East. I never knew him, but I am and will be forever grateful for his service and for paying the ultimate sacrifice. God bless his family, friends and loved ones.
May we never forget! I salute you Alex.
Chrissy Alana
October 5, 2017
Gone to soon, my nephew, Alex, my hero, family, all the times you came to the house just to play with the girls, and let them fall asleep in your arms. Thats something they will never forget. You mean so much to us. Till we meet again soldier.
Chrissy Alana
October 5, 2017
To my nephew, Alex. You were always a wonderful person. Always putting others before you. U will be missed, but not forgotten. Love you! Kevin and Chrissy Alana
HM3 Edwin V. Santos (USN)
October 5, 2017
.. .. .. a smart SALUTE, shipmate, from a fellow veteran in uniform, fair winds and following seas on your journey HOME. your patriotic service is deeply appreciated by your grateful nation.
Peace be to your dearly beloved and bereaved family and friends.
PAALAM PO (Filipino: Farewell, Sir.)
October 5, 2017
Thank You for your service for our freedom. a great loss for your family and friends. (your Aunt Kelly's Friend)
Jayme Watson
October 4, 2017
On behalf of Blue Star Mothers of Louisiana, NELA, LA6, we wish to express to you our deepest sympathy. Our hearts are always near and dear to our Gold Star Families...
Gene Leone
October 4, 2017
Though we never knew each other, we are none-the-less Brothers in Arms and that makes us brothers. Thank you for your service, Brother, and for your sacrifice. My prayers for your family and friends.
Phu Bai, Vietnam, 1969-70
Angela Porter
October 4, 2017
There are no words to express the heartfelt gratitude for Alex's service to our country. No words to truly comfort you, his family and friends, as you grieve the enormous loss of such a fine young man and brave soldier. My hope is that you may find peace in your faith and in knowing Alex was secure in his.
With my sincerest condolences,
Angela Porter
Taz and Hippiechick
October 3, 2017
Our hearts go out to the family. Big A, you lite up the room with your shy smile. I remember our first camping trip to lake texhoma, washita point. You were so so little. You had a big camouflage hat on. I will always remember you. And I will miss the kisses on the cheek.
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