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for Milton Gist
Christopher Clingerman
October 12, 2023
This man wasn't only my NCO,more importantly he was my friend and my motivator. The small precious years I got to spend with him will never be forgotten.
Day Gist
June 18, 2023
Well, I´m 20. Just so you know I´m definitely not with him anymore. Or anyone for that matter. I´m ok with it though. I´m 2 years into my associates degree for automotive technology now. One year left to go. I´ve definitely learned a lot but can still learn more. I started a new job as a fabricator. This means I measure, cut, and weld metal to be basic. I made a table last week. It was pretty cool. I hope you´d be proud of me.
Happy Father´s Day, daddy.
I miss you.
Love Day<3
Dayah Gist
November 28, 2021
Hey, I´m 18 now. I got my first car back in march. I started my first semester of college this past august. And I just moved out yesterday. I´ve made new friends, and I have a boyfriend whom I´d hope you´d approve, he´s kinda going to be around for a while. I miss you, especially now. Hope you´re having a good time where you´re at.
love
Jendayah Gist, your oldest
P.s. don´t worry, I´m keeping our last name:)
Daniel Salinas
May 27, 2019
Gist, I had the pleasure and honor of serving with you in Basic Training at Ft. Knox. You were the rock of our platoon and I consider you our real Platoon Guide. I was 17 at the time you looked up to you for strength because I was scared. You were genuinely an inspiration to me at this time. I remember you telling me the struggle you went through to join the Army and when I heard you made the ultimate sacrifice, my heart hurt for you and your family. I remember the last time I saw you was in Virginia at Ft. Lee. You introduced me to your beautiful wife and sweet daughter that you were holding in your arms and very proud of. Love ya Buddy. Thankyou!!
Dayah Gist
February 3, 2019
Hey, it's me Jendayah. I'm 16 now. I remember i used to dream about being this old haha, i wish dreams were more realistic though bc in one of my dreams you were here. I wonder how different things would be if you were here. Oh and don't worry I don't have a bf and I don't really mind it. I miss you so much. Now that i think about it it's somewhat weird to say ily to a man I hardly remember and the crazy thing is I do. I love you.
Love your favorite daughter
Da'Jah
Charlie Gili
November 4, 2018
Hello,
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 holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Milton Anthony Gist Jr. US Army Sergeant.
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
Dayah Gist
September 25, 2018
Hey it's me again. School started earlier this month and I'm doing ok. It's a lot different than before so I'm trying to get used to it and be as helpful as I can. I'm going to be 16 soon in abt 4 months but I don't think I'll really do anything. I'm sure you know about all the changes going on right now. And yea it's hard but that's what life is. I'm trying a new outlook on life which is trying to be more positive it's working out ok-ish. I'm also trying to be more open towards people but I don't really like the fact that not everyone just wants to be friends. Well I love you and I miss you too.
Love, your
not so little anymore baby girl
Dayah Gist
Jendayah Gist
August 27, 2017
I'm just going to write this as if I were writing to you in Germany from home again.
Hi Daddy how are you? School started abt a week ago and I made some new friends.my teachers are nice and are helpful. I promise to get good grades and study hard to make you proud.Mom says I grow more and more like you everyday I wish you were here to see that.I miss you so much.and lately I haven't stopped thinking abt u. I love you Daddy see you soon.
Love Dayah
your little ladybug
caroline mccoy
February 5, 2017
Thinking about you and family . Praising God to have known you and saw grow into a fine young man. God bless your family.
James Spivey
January 31, 2017
Gone but not forgotten.... 10 years to the day..It was an honor to have served with you...Rest easy troop
Jasmine M
March 11, 2014
I come on here about every year just to send a message as if you were reading this. I miss you dearly. Not one single day goes by that i dont think of you. Love you sweetpea
Shawn McCarthy
February 27, 2014
We went to WGHS together and our paths crossed once in the military. I just found out, 7 years later, that you made the ultimate sacrifice.
You have my gratitude and my prayers. I hope you are at peace.
Jasmine Morgan
June 25, 2013
We miss you Sweetpea. Love you!
April 1, 2013
Thank you Milton for your sacrifice and service. It has not been forgotten.
Peggy Childers
January 30, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Milton A. Gist:
It has truly been my honor to sign Milton'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 Milton will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Mark Pegher
September 17, 2012
A day does not go by that i don't think about my friend. i will never forget the fine man he was. ahe was the best soldier i have ever had the pleasure of serving with.
September 17, 2012
Missing you......
Jasmine Morgan
September 14, 2012
You came across my mind today, just want to say I miss you much! Love ya!
Sa'Mone Harris
January 31, 2012
Hey Uncle Miltom I woke up thinking about you I tried my hardest yesterday to keep busy and to try not to break down (this morning is a different story). I miss you so much and I know you would be proud of all of us. I'm going to continue to stay strong for my family .. i just wish i could see you one last time *tears* .! Love you <3
Peggy Childers
January 31, 2012
January 30, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Milton A. Gist:
Always remembering Milton. "Some gave all."
NIKIA GIST
January 30, 2012
Today it still,hurts as if it just happened. Missing you....holding on to the time we shared. Love you baby brother....RIP. You would be proud of your children, niece, and nephews.....*tears*
Racheal Brown-Raymond
January 28, 2012
It's still really hard for me to fathom that you're gone. You were one of the kindest people to ever enter my life...one of my best friends. Sometimes I look at pictures of us and literally laugh out loud. Those memories seem so long ago, but I remember them all like they were yesterday. May you rest in the peace of the Lord.
Nikia Gist
August 26, 2011
Missing you today
Nicholas Robinson
July 8, 2011
Hey Milton whats up man! Hey I have very few words for a friend that could make me listen to all day. When we were is elementary he was the coolest guy and even on into high school. I can honestly say that I have had the honor to know one of the best kind of people on the planet, so this news hurts A LOT. If I could be made to believe you were gone fellow, then I know you no doubt made it an honorable one. We need more people like you out there/here. There are PLENTY of us you have touched forever, and we still speak on it, you will not be forgotten friend. God Bless His Family!
Jasmine Morgan
June 24, 2011
Thinking about cousin you wanted to say i miss and love you sweetpea....Love jasmine
Shane Withrow
June 22, 2011
Remembering you my brother! I will see you one day up in glory! You're sacrifice will never be forgotten!!
Jabari Miller
May 28, 2011
Just remembering one of the finest Soldiers and leaders I ever had the priviledge to serve with. God bless him and his family.
anginette morgan
May 15, 2011
I appreciate all the prayers and love of ever one who wrote in Milton book.I also what to thank David one of his comrades
who help him in his distress.We all appreciate your kind words of the event.I hope you also have found piece within yourself cause you did all you could do.May God bless you all in what you do.
His Mother
Anginette Morgan
Samone Harris
April 12, 2011
I love you uncle milton.!!! Wish you could be here to see my graduate in may.!!! i know you and papa will be there in spirit.!!!
March 4, 2011
Sweetpea, I dont think I have written on here since we first lost you. I read one entry on here about how one of your comrades helped bring you off the field. That was really hard for me to read. I miss you very much, but I always think about you. I think about when we were kids playing kick ball in Mommas front yard down on Howard. I think about how I would babysit you, Tony, and Ballhead and eat your food while playing your Mommas albums all night. Those were good times. When I want to smile about you I think about those times. I love you always little cousin.
Paula Simpson
March 3, 2011
Just the thought of all that we have shared when you where here continue to be in our hearts and mind. Not a day go by that you and others are not thought about. We know that you are watch over all of us. Love always.
Auntie Paula
Jasmine Morgan
March 2, 2011
Each day it gets easier to think about you and not cry...I tend to smile more often as i look at your pictures...i miss you so much sweetpea tell granny and uncle archie i miss and love them too...always thinking of u Lil cousin jasmine <3
Nikia Gist
February 25, 2011
David Stevens..........no words can express what your words have meant.....~Blessings~
Nikia Gist, Milton's sister
Peggy Childers
January 30, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Milton A. Gist:
Please accept my remembrance of Milton on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
David Stevens
January 30, 2011
To the family of SGT Milton A. Gist:
Four years ago today, Milton and I shared a few hours together. I had the tremendous honor of bringing him off the battlefield for the final time.
I hope my words have some good meaning to them and may provide some ease on what is the worst day ever for you.
The news came over the radio of the explosion quickly and that there were casualties. From that moment on, the anguish, confusion and uncertainty literally was the way the rest of the afternoon felt to me.
We arrived at the site and brought Milton to my vehicle after seeing the scene of the explosion.
He was carried by myself and another soldier to our vehicle and placed carefully inside onto one of the empty seats and gently buckled in for his return.
While we were waiting for the rest of the site to be secured, the Chaplain arrived to give Last Rites to him.
I overheard the Chaplains words of prayer asking for god to look over him from now on.
When all was finished we were given permission to return the nearly two miles to base. Upon our arrival it was my job to announce to the headquarters over the radio which element had returned and with the number of vehicles and soldiers. I announced my call sign, our nine men and three vehicles had returned.
I struggled to get my final sentence of " And one Distinguished American Soldier" out.
For the next 20 or so seconds the radio fell silent as if in a collective moment of silence and relief that he was back onto the camp.
We drove to the hospital and upon our arrival there were several leaders of the unit waiting for him.
We brought Milton out of the Humm-V and into the hospital, as we passed by the leaders, they presented him with a final salute.
Again, I am hoping that my words can provide a better view of that day than what you already know.
I had barely knew him for a year at that time and respected him as a soldier and admired him for training for and carrying out the mission he chose to do during our deployment.
habibah hakeem
January 30, 2011
I have just learned of Milton's passing after reconnecting with his wife Raheisha. I am deeply sadden to hear of his death. I am grateful for his service to our country. We all served together in AmeriCorps. He was funny and dedicated to his family. He will be remembered.
Nikia Gist
October 31, 2010
Missing you today!!
Your sis...........
Paul Thomas
September 1, 2010
milton you were a great soldier, leader, and friend. It seems like yesterday when we were standing in formation together in tango company, and walking through jamestown mall doing home town recruiting. You will forever be missed.
March 8, 2010
I appreciate all who have sent prayer to the family of Milton (sweet pea) my nephew who I miss everyday. I thank God I was given the opportunity to be apart of his life. To my sister, I love you and a pray everyday the Lord continue to comfort you because I can only imagine the loss of losing a child. Losing Milton was a great loss for us all but you and his wife loss the great gift and I hope the best in healing and love you. Bell
Paula
February 27, 2010
Seeing this book for the first time since my nephew's death, I must say to all who have spoking true and kind words about him thank you. Sweet Pea (Milton A, Gist)was a wonderful inspiration to my only son. The wonderful person like many that gave to his country to help others without question. God has shown us through Milton that helping,giving,hoping and praying is just the beginning of one's journey. I am still missing him only to say GOD bless all other fallen soldiers and bless their loved ones as well.
To his family left behind the entire family will always be there for you and the kids.
Peace be with all.
Love you always your Auntie
Paula
Peggy Childers
January 30, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Milton A. Gist:
Remembering Milton 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
Tehran Miner
September 11, 2009
Milton was a very good friend of mine. 3 years after graduating highschool, I lost contact with him and never could catch up with him. He's been on my mind for the last 4 years and I'm just now finding out today that my friend who I grew up with lost his life in the war in Iraq. He always was a fighter, he helped me fend off a neighborhood bully when we I first moved to South St. Louis, MO.in 1993. I'll be missing him forever and my condolences go out to his family. God Bless Everyone,
Tehran Miner
Kenna larra
February 19, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,400 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!
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,
Kenna
Rebecca Campbell
February 13, 2009
No one who has touched a life, who has brought beauty to the world is every truly gone.
With Sympathy,
Children of Fallen Soldiers Relief Fund
Peggy Childers
January 30, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Milton A. Gist:
Milton 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
Brittany Turner
October 4, 2008
well its alot i could say about my cousin,,but i just wanna say i love you so much...rest in peace
monique glover
October 3, 2008
there is so much i would love to say about my big cousin. i truly love him with all my heart and i will miss him so much. he was always looking out for us and i will never forget that. god has made him our angel now and i will never doubt that he is still looking out for us and his family. to his beautiful wife and kids, i will always love you guys and keep being strong.
shonta morgan
September 12, 2008
Hey Sweet Pea, it's been awhile since I wrote something in here. I have been thinking alot about you lately and I sure do miss you. Especially around holiday time. I got to see pics of your kids and they are looking just like you. I sure wish you were here. I love you.
Jasmine Morgan
September 11, 2008
Hey big cuz jus thinking about you and I wish you were here with us. I love you and miss you very much!!!!!
Lil cuz
Gladys Smith
August 31, 2008
A young man who will always be in the hearts and minds of us all for giving without even thinking about it, Thank You.
Amber Blue
June 24, 2008
Dear Gist Family, i know this is rather late but the memory of Gist will always live on in my heart. He was a true friend and was always there for his friends especially his soldiers. It hurts my heart still to this day to know the Army better yet the world has lost such a great NCO and an even better man. And i am honored to serve with such a Hero as SGT Gist.
June 19, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Gist!
Makayla Wickerson
February 29, 2008
Even though I didn't see you much. You will always be loved!!!I just want
u to know WE ALL LOVE U!!!
love your cousin Makayla
Cartisha Morgan
February 29, 2008
Milton you are truly missed. If there were more men like you the world would be a better place. May God bless your wife,children,mother,and siblings. WE LUV YOU! OUR HERO!!
Malcolm Lomax
February 1, 2008
Hi Milton, I am your cousin Malcolm from Mississippi. We never met but you will always be loved and remembered.
Wanda Lomax Brown
January 21, 2008
Milton,I am your aunt, even though I never met you I do truley love you and you you were a very brave young man,Love your aunt Wanda.
samone harris
January 19, 2008
hi uncle milton i just wanted to say i miss you alot and i wish we could have spent more time together
love your niece
samone
anginette morgan
January 18, 2008
may the lord substain us all.we miss you very much.
love mom
Mario McCoy
December 1, 2007
GOD IS LOVE, HE AND I LOVE YOU BROTHER. PEACE
Michael Johnson
November 3, 2007
My heart goes out to Sgt. Milton A. Gist. I don't know him but he will be miss.
Caroline McCoy
October 17, 2007
May God bless you all always.
Children remember your Father was a
HERO. October 17,2007
Andrea Morgan
October 5, 2007
It is still very hard to put my thoughts into words. It was like yestereday when your mom and I went out to Webster Junior High to talk with your teachers. I remember how special you were then and when you grew up up you became a fantastic man. Your mom has always been proud of her boys and you made her very proud. I know in time the heart will get lighter from the lost but you will always remain in everyones life. Everyone looked up to you and you are greatly missed. Milton you are a remarkable a young man
Andrea Morgan
October 5, 2007
It is still very hard to put my thoughts into words. It was like yestereday when your mom and I went out to Webster Junior High to talk with your teachers. I remember how special you were then and when you grew up up you became a fantastic man. Your mom has always been proud of her boys and you made her very proud. I know in time the heart will get lighter from the lost but you will always remain in everyones life. Everyone looled up to you and for a young man that is a great honor.
JASMINE MORGAN
September 28, 2007
HEY...THIS IS MY BIG COUSIN...(I TRULY DO MISS HIM)...GOD HAS BLESSES HIM WITH A WONDERFUL LIFE...HE NOW IS LOOKING DOWN ON HIS FAMILY..I MISS U SWEETPEA
JASMINE M
CAMILLE Meriwether
September 18, 2007
Hey this is my lil cuz who I love so much.He's in a better place now.
Sweetpea I miss you and I know he is looking down on me and my family. I know I'll see him again.
And to your wife and kids BIG CUZ CAMILLE MERIWETHER love you and you guys are always in my prayer.
Michael J. McCoy
September 11, 2007
It seems like only yesterday when we were kids down at our grandmother's
houses. Our families lived next door to each other, but it felt like
one big family. I am so proud to have known you. Your courage and
bravery will never be forgotten. May God contine to bless your family,
and I pray that your soul has eternal peace.
Ron Wilson
September 11, 2007
Peace be upon you Sweet Pea. I remebmber way back in the day when you used to run around in front of your grandma's house sucking on your thumb. You grew up to be a strong, proud young man. It's always hard to see good people pass away, especially when those good people come from the place we came from. God bless your soul young man. God bless your family. You won't be forgotten.
shonta morgan
September 8, 2007
I knew that when my cousin Sweet Pea enlisted in the military (Milton A. Gist)there was a chance that something could happen. You are never prepared. I always think of what it was like when we were coming up as kids, going to my grandmothers house, walking to school together, the holidays and when I used to babysit Sweet pea and his 2 brothers. These are the memories that I have that gets me through him not being here anymore. I am very proud of him and the beautiful family that he has left us. I wish he was still here, but he will always be with me in my heart. I love you Sweet Pea. Your cousin Shon.
Stella Maynard
August 25, 2007
WE'LL NEVER SAY GOODBYE
I cannot see you with my eyes
Or hear you with my ears,
But thoughts of you are with me still
And often dry my tears.
I think of happy times we shared,
And then I softly sigh,
But this I know --
we'll meet again
And never say goodbye.
----------------------
My Mother-in-law gave this to me when my son was killed. I look at it often and remember his sweet face, and let his memories flow through my mind. Sgt Milton A. Gist will live on forever in the memories and hearts of many. I have found that the hurt never goes away and the pain is as bad as the first day, BUT, life goes on and living each day does get easier. Keep your chin up and remember Milton's love is forever in your heart.
Proud Mother of Spc Stephen P. Downing II -SVC Btry 2-17 FA 2 ID KIA - 28 Oct 2004 - Ar Ramadi, Iraq --- GOD BLESS OUR MILITARY !!
August 21, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Kimberly Wyatt
August 18, 2007
Sweet Pea,
I didn't know you that well but your family are dear friends of mine. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your bravery and courage in serving this country for my benefit. My debt to you is continuous.
Sherry Porter
August 18, 2007
To the Family of Sgt Milton A Gist
May God continue to give you
strength as you continue Milton's
legacy. He is home with our heavenly
Father now and I'm sure he is happy.
Although he left us much too soon,
we will never forget the sacrafice
he gave for our freedom.
We love and miss you Milton.
August 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Gist and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Peggy Barco
July 30, 2007
To The Gist family,
I think of you often and pray for you. I know Nikia and from that know the strength in your family. Milton is a hero and always will be, and will be missed. What a wonderful member of your family to be proud of at so many levels. Love, Peggy
ROBYN Garside
May 2, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Sandy Bonesteel
April 17, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Kendric Johnson
March 25, 2007
To the Gist and Nard Families,
It is with great sympathy and sadness to be writing this. Raheisha and Milton were a couple made of love. I miss Milton and his worth of love and understanding he provided no matter what the situation. He had an ear for any problems and tried to solve them all. He is and will always be in my prayers.
One Night Only....
Hilary
March 25, 2007
Raheisha, we were all so sorry to hear about this. My heart goes out to you and your family. Milton was a good one, I miss his smile.
Much love coming to you from St. Louis and AmeriCorps folks.
Lee Sirotnak
March 3, 2007
Our deepest sympathy is extended for the loss of your soldier. We are thankful for the service provided by your loved one, the sacrifice that he made as part of our Armed Forces, and are blessed to be living in a country which heroes such as Milton are willing to serve. God Bless your family with peace and comfort in his memory.
Teresa Miller
March 1, 2007
Raheisha,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything a can do to help your family please let me know. You have grown into such a strong young woman and your kids are lucky to have you as their mother.
Bonnie & Blendi Kokona
February 25, 2007
We love you and are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jolene Grabill
February 24, 2007
Raheisha, Sherrita, CJ, Karmen, Andrew and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Raheisha, I just saw you in the KSN news coverage of the service. Had I known about the service this morning, I certainly would have been there. To have captured your heart, Milton must have been a wonderful man. I wish this sacrifice has not been asked of you and your children, but am grateful to Milton for his service.
Your neighbor on Collins Park,
Jolene
Jessica Ruggles
February 23, 2007
Raheisha, Chris and I were very saddened to hear of your loss. Our family will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless you. If you need anything, please lets us know.
Elke Martinez
February 23, 2007
Raheisha, We are saddened to hear of your loss. Our family is praying for you and your family. We miss you and little Jendayah. If you need someone to talk to remember you still have your old V.T. from Germany=)
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 23, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Gist family in the loss of Milton. I did not know Milton, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Milton you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Clinton & Janet Starnes
February 23, 2007
Our prayers are with the family. Our deepest sympathies for Raheisha and children.
Trevor Beckett
February 22, 2007
"Great love has no man than he lay down his life for his friends."
The true heroes are those who give of themselves. I thank you on behalf of all who enjoy the blessings of freedom.
May God bring you comfort in this hour.
Kathy
February 22, 2007
Sgt. Milton Gist Jr. -- thank you so much for your service for our country. You are a true American hero. Your family has my deepest sympathy.
Kirsten Book
February 22, 2007
Raheisha and family, In times like this, there is nothing that can be said to make you feel better. All I can say is how very sorry I am and how close you are in my thoughts. Please take care of yourselves and if there is anything we can do, please call us or come by.
Misty Glen Staff
Trudy Lowe
February 22, 2007
My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.
Suzanne McCollum
February 22, 2007
Raheisha, I am sorry that this happened. We are here for you in the ward...anything you need, you just ask and we will be here for you. I am looking forward to seeing you and the kids soon! Love, one of your sisters.
Pam Rathbun
February 22, 2007
I did not know him but would like to say Sorry and thanks Wish there was more I could say I am sure he will be missed by many forever
Glen
February 13, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
B C
February 12, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Sgt. Gist. This young hero will always be remembered with pride and gratitude.
Phyllis Schuster
February 7, 2007
Please know that I know a little of how you feel now. Your soldier was doing what he cared about and knew how to do when his life was sacrificied. My son Benjamin C. Schuster was killed in Ramadi Iraq on February 25th, 2006. There are so many, and they all have someone who loved them best of all. Please know that we care and that we are with you as you live through the worst days of your life.
Gary Allain
February 7, 2007
Sgt. Milton A. Gist
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
February 7, 2007
To you who dared to give your all I bow my head in prayer and humbly say thank you.Rest in peace.
Dennis & Pam Robertson
February 6, 2007
We are sorry for your loss. He was a hero. May God embrace you and comfort you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle & Aunt of Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06
Suzette S
February 6, 2007
Dearest Gist Family,
Im truly saddened for your loss. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you all. May god comfort you and guide you at this time.
Sgt.Milton A.Gist,
Thank you for protecting and serving our country.
Your dedication to the service will never be forgotten.
Rest in Peace
Heaven gained another angel
February 6, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
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