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Carl Lamont Contreras
1964 - 2013
Carl Lamont Contreras
1964 - 2013
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BORN
1964
DIED
2013
Carl Contreras Obituary
Farewell Carl - We will miss you forever and hope you have found the peace you deserve.
"May you always have fair winds and following seas."
Thank you so much for all of your heart felt prayers, kind words and expressions of sympathy during this difficult time.
A special thank you to Carl's circle of friends in the Vancouver, Washington area for inviting us in to their hearts and sharing their memories of Carl with us. Your hospitality and compassion will always be of great comfort.
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KathySue Daves
December 18, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Carl. I was searching the internet for him when I saw his picture. Obviously, we didn't keep in touch. I knew him from his stay in Oak Harbor. He was a wonderful person through and through. There was no end to his kind heart. He was a much better friend to me than i was to him and I will have to live with that. My heart breaks for his family and friends. God bless all of you.
Jeff Schulte
April 21, 2014
My condolences to Carl's family. i met Carl at a training class for Canon copiers in Irvine C in 2011. We spent only 7 weeks together but i grew to have great respect for Carl and the service he did for his country. He was always helpful to all the classmates and just a truly genuine person and a great friend. i am sorry i just found out about Carls passing. i will miss him deeply.
Lisa Tonnar
May 21, 2013
You are sincerely missed. You had a big heart and a gentle spirit.
Daniel Diaz
February 9, 2013
To Carls family I offer my deepest sympathy. Carl and I were roommates up in Vallejo. We visited his family in Thornton. He loved those country roads and driving that El Camino of his. I also had the pleasure of meeting all of you one evening when I was stationed in San Diego. He was a good guy and the world as lost a gentle soul. Our lives are full of regrets, sometimes, and now I regret not getting in touch with Carl again. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
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Afganistan in the Winter. Carl is still smiling!
Brad Skiff
February 7, 2013
Shannon Ireland Airport.
Brad Skiff
February 7, 2013
Carl loved kids ... these are in Afganistan.
Brad Skiff
February 7, 2013
Carl the patriot. Afganistan.
Brad Skiff
February 7, 2013
Carl in Afganistan
February 7, 2013
February 6, 2013
What a great smile~
Dianne Wolfe
February 5, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Contreras family. Carl was always thoughtful and generous, he truly was one of the "good guys". He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Richard Colvin
February 4, 2013
With fair winds and following seas, Carl we bid the anchors away to a fine and model sailor. Jose and Gloria, I know words cannot comfort your loss, but only time and love and good memories. May peace be upon your lives in this time.
Larry/Linda Buskala
February 4, 2013
We send our deepest sympathies to the Contreras family. Our greatest loss in life is that of a child gone from our arms and lives too soon. We take solace in knowing he now rests in the arms of our Lord. Carl made an indelible mark in our hearts and minds. He always made the time spent in our home better for him having shared his laughter and beautiful smile, wonderful conversations, caring and thoughtful words.
Bruce Hopman
February 1, 2013
Carl, Thank you for the friendship and great kindness you have shown me these last years. We will all miss you.
Beverly and Earl
February 1, 2013
Jose and Gloria though I knew Carl for a day,his obvious love and devotion to his parents was so apparent. His respect for you Jose was undeniable. He has found peace and with time so will you. You are both soooo loved.
Darlene Wilczynski
February 1, 2013
Our hearts are with you Carl. You will be missed.
Laurie Buskala
January 30, 2013
Carl, I knew you for 25 years. I will miss the love we shared of tangibles, tennis,football,beaches, and certainly music but I will miss your unconditional love for me and the gifts of your smile and touch the most. Smooth Sailing I will miss you forever.
Barbara Giannetti
January 30, 2013
Carl will always be in our thoughts.
Uncle Mike
January 30, 2013
A real patriot, a friend, a good man but sadly "Carl, I hardly knew ye" and that is my great loss. You are missed.
Don Dinsmore
January 30, 2013
Good friend at many lunches at Whidbey and you watched my back more then once. You called me to say "Going to Afghanistan for boots on the ground." and now it's Boots on the Streets of Gold. I will see you soon, My Friend.
Patrick Hill
January 29, 2013
Some of my best memories from weekends at Whidbey NAS were hanging out with Carl. He will be greatly missed.
Ron Gordon
January 29, 2013
Instant and lasting friendship from the day we met fixing Blair's trailer. So many great memories. Carl's friendship was unconditional. You will always have a special place in my thoughts. Farewell shipmate.
Kevin Lucey
January 29, 2013
Carl was a kind man and a good shipmate. Rest in peace Carl.
Desiree Luschei
January 22, 2013
Rest in peace sweet Carl. I'm grateful to have had the honor of being your friend. To the Contreras Family, may God comfort and Bless you!
sue owings
January 20, 2013
I could not help falling in love with Carl from the moment we met at camp shelby Mojoman made me smile with his beautiful smile and the joy that was around him his voice like angle song lifted me up not a day went by that I wasn't reminded of him in some way until we meet again my friend I know you are beebopping up those golden streets and smiling Love you always your susie Q
mary linda peters
January 20, 2013
carl you will be missed deeply, you and i had some great memories, when you came around, thanks for always being a great friend, rest in peace my friend
mary
Michelle "Emmy" Montgomery
January 19, 2013
Your friendship will be missed as will that ever present smile you always wore everywhere. Thank you for sharing it and may you find peace.
~Emmy
January 18, 2013
My deepest sympathies and prayers for the Contreras family. Carl always has a ready smile and a kind heart. Farewell from someone back in the day.
Mike Middleton
John Hogan
January 17, 2013
Requiat in pacem, Carl. Peace and solace to all that knew and loved him. He was good man and a good friend. He will live on in our hearts and memories.
Brad Skiff
January 17, 2013
Carl was a great friend. We had some fun, good times when he was my roommate many years ago and he was my best man at my previous wedding in 1993. I will miss him a lot. Rest in peace Carl. My heart goes out to your family who I know were very dear to you. Your mother called me today to let me know. Thank you Mrs Contreras.
Gerard Aguilar
January 16, 2013
Dear Carl,
I will forever miss you. I will miss the times we grew up together out at the ranch. I will forever miss the times when all the family used to get together and celebrate. You were an excellent cousin, brother, son, man and a soldier. I wish you eternal piece. Love and respect always!
Your cuz
- Gerard Aguilar
Ron Donovan
January 15, 2013
Carl,
I will cherish the friendship that we had together. All the great times... I wish you peace.
Mark Folkard
January 15, 2013
Carl,
You enriched my life in many ways and for that I will be for ever grateful. I will miss you greatly, my only saving grace is that your passing gave me the opportunity to meet your wonderful family, and for that I will also be forever grateful. May you rest in peace eternal, my friend....I'll catch you on the rebound
NW Cowboy
January 15, 2013
Carl was like a brother to me. I will cherish the times we spent sharing thoughts and working side by side on various projects. His enormous heart was known by many, Our lives were all enriched because of his willingness to give so much of himself. His immediate family and his Portland/Vancouver family will miss him greatly.
Gem Maitresse
January 14, 2013
I will miss your smile and twinkling eyes. You always had a hug or a toolbelt, whatever the occasion called for. May peace be with you and your family. I will miss you my friend.
cindi beauchamp
January 14, 2013
Carl was greatly loved & appreciated, & we miss him so very much. Prayers of love, peace & comfort to his family.
Char Edwards
January 13, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Carl's family and friends. I am honored to have called him my friend. You are missed!
Mari Orr
January 13, 2013
You will always be remembered.
Tobie Bridewell
January 13, 2013
My thoughts are with his family, friends and all the people he touched in his life. Carl was deeply cared for by many people and he will leave memories of joy, laughter, life lessons and personal growth. He will be sincerely missed by many.
Deb Snavely
January 12, 2013
A member of my community has passed. His loss is being felt keenly by people I care about. I wish his own family and friends solace in their sorrow, and his spirit an easier journey as it continues on. Farewell! May you rejoice in the delights of the Summerlands, and feast upon the apples of the sun. And when you are ready, you may if you choose be reborn in this world, for you may live, and meet, and know, and remember, and love them again. Farewell!
Blessed be,
Deb Snavely
Michelle Harris
January 12, 2013
I too will miss your smile, hugs and talks. Rest well my friend.
Marlene Kendrick
January 12, 2013
My wonderful friend you will be missed!
Moki/Monique Sebunia-Lahti
January 12, 2013
My most affectionate and sincere condolences to Carl's family and friends! He was a WONDERFUL man, a great friend and hosted fun and fantastic parties. He was always happy to help his friends with a building project, problem solving and comfort. I will miss so many things about him! Until we meet again my friend!
Delva Johnson
January 12, 2013
I will miss your bright and shining smile. You were there when I needed a friend. The chief's mess has lost a good man.
aJ/Jocelyn Buchanan
January 12, 2013
I am a better person for having you in my life. I hope your spirit finds peace. You will be missed my friend, now and for always~. aJ
Beth Scruggs
January 10, 2013
Carl's smiling face and friendship will forever be in my memory. I pray "fair winds and a following sea" bring him peace.
January 10, 2013
carl I will miss you with all my heart, i had a lot of fun with you and kevin, I hope kevin welcomed you with open arms rip my friend love you
Tammy contreras (san tan valley ,az)
Rachel Magana
January 9, 2013
Carl, may you find peace and comfort from those waiting and welcoming you... Like your grandma and my mom. I have so much to say to you but that will have to wait till I see you again my dearest cousin! May the wonderful memories you left help your mom and the rest of the family through this difficult time. Love Always... Rachel
Kathy Kershner
January 9, 2013
Carl, you were a great friend. Fair winds and following seas shipmate. I am honored to have served with you.
Warren Rasp
January 8, 2013
Carl's legacy will always be that of "a fantastic shipmate... one concerned with the well-being of all and accomplishment of our mission." He will be missed by all
Cynthia Arredondo
January 6, 2013
My sincerest condolences to the Contreras family. May you rest in peace, Carl. May God comfort your loved ones during this difficult time.
Monica Strzalkowski
January 5, 2013
Carl will always have a place in my heart. My thoughts are with all of you during this time of sadness.
Tom Kelley
January 5, 2013
Carl will be greatly missed.. There is no pain greater than the loss of a child and sibling. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all as you navigate through these tragic times.
Tom Kelley and Family
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