John-Wroblewski-Obituary

2nd Lt. John Wroblewski

Oak Ridge, New Jersey

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By David Swanson Philadelphia Inquirer PARSIPPANY, N.J. - Maybe it happened while he was driving a hand-me-down pickup named the Brown Beauty, long fingers tapping the steering wheel to Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run." Or it could have been while he was working a summer job as a security...

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We are sorry we are so very late, but we would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Wroblewski Family know that we have made a small donation to The Semper Fi Fund to honor and remember John T. Wroblewski US Marine 2nd Lieutenant. 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...

It is hard to believe how quickly the years are flying by John but you are always in our thoughts! We miss you!

Dear J.T.,

As a student of Holdrum Middle School, I never knew you, but I wish I had. I've learned from what your dad shared with us that you are a true American hero. Your family is very proud of you, as they should be. After your Dad visited our school I inquired about you to people who might know more about you than me, and I read up on your actions. I never read or heard a single negative thing about you. You are an inspiration to many of us at Holdrum, we strive to earn the...

Dear J.T,

We, the students of Holdrum, never really got to know you face to face, but through the story your father has shared with us we all feel a connection to you. You are a brave man. Your a role model to all and I know your family is extremely proud of you. You could really feel the love when your dad talked about you. You are missed and will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service and courageousness. You are a hero to me.

This Memorial weekend I choose to remember a man who was a great role model and leader in my husbands life, Lt. Ski. He was the one who made the ultimate sacrifice and did what he had to do so that his men, one being my husband would make it through that dreadful 6th day in April. Nine yrs have passed but we will never forget. Thank you for your service! Our thoughts and prayers are always with you Wroblewski family! semper fi!

Love Shelly Smith (wife of Sgt. Eric Smith)

Hey J.T.:

I forever remember when I re-met your Dad(Coach)at a dinner
this many years ago and was told you were killed. Not even
knowing you and my heart truly broke right then and there.

You are never forgotten and you will continue to live on
in our hearts. You are an angel that walks among us....

Suzanne & Robert Amitrano

Dear J.T.
We cannot believe it is 9 years since we got the dreaded knock at the door. Our hearts are as broken now as they were 9 years ago.
We all miss you terribly. We know you are with us always!!!
Please keep a safe watch over all of us!!

Lt. Ski,
I made the trip from Oklahoma to see you today. I know that your spirit is alive and well in those that knew and loved you because I wasn't the only one that had been there to to see you. Most people feel that it is an honor to be laid to rest in Arlington. The honor should be Arlington's. It seems like it was just yesterday that we were patrolling the streets of Ramadi together. I still remember the last conversation we had before heading down that damned Gypsum road. We were...

Dear J.T.
We are remembering you today and we pray God's peace be with your family. We are forever grateful for you ultimate sacrifice. "For love of country they accepted death.." - James A. Garfield
With sincerest gratitude,
Paul, Christine and Luke Eberhard