Michael A. Diraimondo Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Simi Valley, California

Spc. Michael A. Diraimondo had aspirations to work as a paramedic after his tour of duty in Iraq, where he served as an Army medic. "He was at the peak of his life," said his father, Anthony Diraimondo. "He was like a sponge with knowledge. He had such a great, great attitude and felt so good about himself. I take some comfort that he died with the highest self-confidence in himself." Diraimondo, 22, of Simi Valley, Calif., died Jan. 8 when the Black Hawk helicopter he was on was shot down near near Fallujah, Iraq. Eight others on board were killed. Diraimondo was stationed at Fort Carson, Colo. The elder Diraimondo, a veteran of the Vietnam War, said his son had recently sent an e-mail to one of his two older sisters. "He thought a lot about the families back home and how he was helping to save lives," his father said.

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We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this month and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Michael A. Diraimondo US Army Specialist.

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Charlie Gili

July 01, 2022

To the family and friends of Spc. Michael A. Diraimondo:
It has truly been my honor to sign Michael'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 Michael will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

Peggy Childers

January 08, 2013 | Carson City, NV

In memory and honor of Michael Diraimondo.

December 01, 2012

To the family and friends of Spc. Michael A. Diraimondo:
Always remembering Michael. "Some gave all."

Peggy Childers

January 08, 2012 | Carson City, NV

To the family and friends of Spc. Michael A. Diraimondo:
Please accept my remembrance of Michael on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

January 08, 2011 | Carson City, NV

To the family and friends of Spc. Michael A. Diraimondo:
Remembering Michael 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

Peggy Childers

January 08, 2010 | Carson City, NV

To the family of SPC Michael Diraimondo,

I want you to know that there are many who are grateful that Michael wanted to save lives to the point of risking his own. Be proud of the confidence he showed to you and others that he did want he wanted to do for the sake of others. I did not know him but I admire him. May God bless you.

Donna Gillette

December 29, 2009 | Brick, NJ

”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...

Kenna

November 23, 2009 | Manti, UT

My Husband & I are old friends of Diraimondo... Randy my husband worked with Mike in the 571st. I remember funny stories about Mike and think of him often. When I drive by the clinic on Ft. Carson that has been dedicated to Mike my face lights up with fond memories. To all of Mike's family please know he isn't fogotten and he has touched so many lives!

Gina Woodworker

August 31, 2009 | Fountain, CO

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