River Vale, New Jersey
When Min Soo Choi joined the Army, he wanted to be sent to his native South Korea. Instead, he went to Iraq. But that didn't bother him. "I'm just proud to serve," neighbor Donna LoPiccolo quoted Choi as saying. Choi, 21, of River Vale, N.J., died Feb. 26 when a bomb detonated near his patrol in Abertha. He was assigned to Fort Stewart. Choi moved with his family from South Korea in 1998. Friends remembered him as a well-respected young man who aspired to someday join the FBI. He played golf and soccer in high school and graduated in 2003. Choi joined the Army in 2004, shortly after enrolling at John Jay College. River Vale Township Mayor George Paschalis said he would name Choi an honorary police officer in homage to the young man. Though Choi was not an American citizen when he died, he got that in death. "It's the least a grateful country can do," said Chris Bentley, a spokesman for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. He is survived by his father, Jung Choi, and his mother, Jae.
Rest easy and thank you for your service.
(Oh, and Peggy, the person who kept commenting in memory has also passed away. https://www.nevadaappeal.com/news/obituaries/peggy-m-childers/)
Lachie
August 11, 2020
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Choi Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. 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 in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May...
Charlie Gili
May 10, 2013 | Brooklyn, NY
February 26, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Min S. Choi:
It has truly been my honor to sign Min'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 Min will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
March 20, 2013 | Carson City, NV
To the family of PFC Min Choi (dec.), I hope your grief has turned to pride for having a son who lived his life well. From what I have read about your son, he seems like a young man whom I would like to have known for his personality and accomplishments.
God bless,
RD
July 12, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Min S. Choi:
Always remembering Min. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
February 26, 2012 | Carson City, NV
To the family and friends of Pfc. Min S. Choi:
Please accept my remembrance of Min on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
February 26, 2011 | Carson City, NV
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 05, 2010 | Hamilton, NJ
Remembered By
dang hong quan dang hong quan
April 21, 2010 | Viet Tri, AB
To the family and friends of Pfc. Min S. Choi:
Remembering Min 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
February 26, 2010 | Carson City, NV
