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JAMES LEWIS
April 29, 2024
Gary you are every word of a true hero! I was your recruiter and am proud to have known you. Chief, we have the watch. RIP Shipmate. ❤
Patrick Spiller
December 2, 2020
You will never be forgotten rest in peace.
Honored...
Corey Dowd
February 27, 2019
Judy Fry
July 6, 2017
You are a true Hero. Blessings and prayers to your family.
Remembering you.
Judy F.
Navy Veteran
Charlie Gili
July 4, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Rehm Family know that we have made a small donation to Fisher House to honor Gary L. Rehm Fire Controlman 1 US Navy. 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 Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Mike Vecchione
July 3, 2017
I sure hope his legacy continues on and people, worldwide remember his brave and selfless and extremely courageous actions. 20 lives can go on ant a second chance. It was an honor to serve with you on the Ponce. Fair winds my brother.
Corey Dowd
July 1, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss after this unbelievable tragedy. I can only hope and pray that my 8 year old son grows up to have a shred of the Honor, Courage and Commitment as Gary Rehm Jr. Fair winds & following seas shipmate.
Jackie Buchta
July 1, 2017
I cannot express the depth of my sorrow at the loss of Gary and his shipmates. His heroic actions to save the lives of others illustrate our Blessed Lord's words- no greater love has a man than to lay down his life for his friends. Many prayers for all his family, friends, and shipmates, and for the repose of Gary's soul. May God reward him for his ultimate sacrifice, and grant you consolation. From a mom of a sailor on the Nimitz.
Carla & Rudy Rehm
July 1, 2017
Our fond thoughts and prayers are with you today and will be always, Erin. We treasure the memories of the times Gary spent with us in San Diego. While the story of Gary's final heroic act rivets the world today, may you always be proud and take comfort that he lived a life that made him a loving husband and a devoted son, as well as a a true friend, mentor and respected gentleman to many who will never forget him. With all our love,
Teresa Osieczonek
July 1, 2017
Gary paid a price beyond measure. May you find some comfort in knowing that he'll forever be remembered for his sacrifice.
Jackie Buchta
July 1, 2017
I cannot express the depth of my sorrow at the loss of Gary and his shipmates. His heroic actions to save the lives of others illustrate our Blessed Lord's words- no greater love has a man than to lay down his life for his friends. Many prayers for all his family, friends, and shipmates, and for the repose of Gary's soul. May God reward him for his ultimate sacrifice, and grant you consolation. From a mom of a sailor on the Nimitz.
Carrie Leishman
July 1, 2017
God bless you for your bravery & heroism, FC1 Rehm.
Love & prayers to his wife & family. Thank you is not adequate for your sacrifice.
Griffin
June 30, 2017
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Terry Styka
June 30, 2017
Rest in peace hero i didnt know you but im one of eileenmary kings nephews from kevins side. Your savrafice will never be forgotten from this proud american i always have been and im even more now knowing i kind of know a hero who died for our country. Ine of my favorite songs is arlington or go rest high on that mountain by vince gill
Gloria Bauer Ishida
June 29, 2017
I was surprised when I saw that Gary was originally from Elyria, Ohio, not so far from my hometown and that Erin was from the Chicago suburb immediately next to the one where I lived for 8 years. I am sad but proud of this hero. I have been trying to locate the addresses of you his parents and Erin but not available in Japan where I live. With friends, in a pre-set meeting, we went to Yokosuka a few days after the tragedy.
I know your are proud of him but will miss all the wonderful memories, and Gary himself. May God be with you as you mourn.
Kenneth Morse, GMC USN
June 29, 2017
Rest easy my friend, you will be missed by many. It is an honor to have served with you. I will never forget your actions and sacrifice. True courage is rarely seen or heard of, it ran deeply in you. Others continue on due to your actions, I hope that they appreciate their second chance you gave them. Thank you my friend, rest , you have earned it.
Robb Scofield GMC(SW/AW) USN (Ret)
June 29, 2017
His sacrifice will not be forgotten. May you find peace as you deal with your loss. Fair winds and following seas shipmate we have the watch
June 29, 2017
Erin,
So sorry for your loss, My prayers are with you and your family. Mays God's grace be with you. Thank you and your family for your service and sacrifice. Fair winds and following seas sailor.
Virginia McAllister.
Michael Vecchione
June 29, 2017
Erin, your husband is a hero to every American around the world. His legacy will never fade and he will always be watching over you. God Bless his spirit and he will be missed. There is no was a hero, he will forever be a hero to those he served and those who served under him. God Bless you and your family. Gary, we all miss you brother.
Sandra Sheridan
June 29, 2017
Dear Erin, Harry and I know how much Gary meant to you. Our prayers continue to be with you and all of yours and Gary's family.
theresa Bales
June 29, 2017
Thank you for your Service, May you rest in peace, my prayers to your family
June 29, 2017
My deepest, deepest sympathies to your family. Praying for strength and healing for all of you. I hope in some way you are comforted knowing that Gary was a hero!
Sylvia Babineaux (Navy mom) Hampton, VA,
Dani, Navy Mom
June 29, 2017
I am sorry for your loss Erin, Anita, Gary, Jessica and Margaret, and shipmates and friends of FC1 Rehm, Jr.
Thank you for your service, Sailor. Fair winds and following seas.
Kathy Marchlewski
June 29, 2017
May God give you...
For every storm, a rainbow,
For every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends,
A faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song,
And an answer for each prayer.
Anonymous
June 28, 2017
Your sacrifice, your heart, and your dedication will live on forever.
To family and friends I am deeply sorry for your loss. Nothing can be said to bring you peace but I wish you peace.
Catrina Nerey
June 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss...prayers to your family and all shipmates
Michelle
June 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Barbara Grimmie Navy Grandmom
June 28, 2017
Thank you for your service, Sailor. Prayers to your family.
colleen Moore Navy Mom
June 28, 2017
Prayers for your family, friends and shipmates. Thank you for your Service and Sacrifice - Fair Winds and Following Seas Sailor ~ You will be remembered as a Hero. May God Wrap his loving arms around all those suffering this loss.
Elaine Calzia
June 27, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Sailor Rehn as a hero. As a Navy mom of a Sailor who is currently underway, this situation truly broke my heart. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Julie Lathrop, Navy Mom
June 27, 2017
Prayers for you all as you struggle through this heartbreaking time. May the LORD wrap you in his loving arms and provide you with peace. Fair Winds and Following Seas Sailor. You are a HERO.
Lori Gibson
June 27, 2017
Prayers for the entire Rehm family. May God bring you comfort in your time of grief. May he let you be aware of his presence when you need him most. I've read so many wonderful things about FC1 Rehm Jr. What an inspiring man he was to so many. What courage he showed in the face of fear. Now God has an added warrior angel in heaven to look after his sheep. I know that there is nothing I could say to take away the pain you all are feeling. All I can do is pray and ask God to comfort you and tell you that while I may have never known FC1 personally I feel that the ones who did were blessed indeed.
Carmen Ruiz
June 27, 2017
Thanks for your service and supreme sacrifice! May God give peace and comfort to his family and friends! FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS!!!
Well done sailor!!!
Lots of hugs and kisses for his family!!!
Anne Marie Hooper, Navy Mom
June 27, 2017
Prayers for comfort and peace fit your family. RIP FC1 Rehm. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. God bless you.
June 27, 2017
Fair winds and following seas seas, Sailor.
Stand down. Your shipmates have the watch.
Chris Johnson Navy Mom
June 27, 2017
Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice! Prayers for your family and friends. RIP. Fair winds and following seas....
Chris Johnson Navy Mom
June 27, 2017
Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice! Prayers for your family and friends. RIP. Fair winds and following seas....
Kathleen Boyle
June 27, 2017
Fair winds and following seas sailor. Thank you for your service. Praying for your loved ones during this time of loss
Lynn Bond
June 27, 2017
Fair winds sailor...thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God comfort the family during this time. Fellow Navy Mom mourning with you.
Wilfredo Romero
June 27, 2017
Dear Gary Rehms family, I served with your husband and son on the Ramage. He was always a kind hearted person and a kind man with good morals. Our family sends our heavy heart prayers to you and your family. May Gary Rehm live forever in all of our hearts....
Eric Vu
June 27, 2017
FC1 Gary Rehm is a true Hero. Selflessness of his own life to save his shipmates. My condolences to his family and children. May you rest in peace Brother.
Beth Ray
June 27, 2017
I am honoring Gray's service and sacrifice by holding you all in my prayers as you face this season of loss. May God grant you strength, comfort and the peace which surpasses understanding. May He carry you all until you are strong enough to walk again.
Beth Ray, Navy Mom
Rockmart, Ga.
Roberta Stephens
June 27, 2017
Thoughts and prayers.
Stanley & Janet Rehm
June 27, 2017
Remember God and time will help you thru this. It is ok to grieve and have bad days in the future. Let us know if we can do anything.
LOVE ALL OF YOU
Nieves
June 27, 2017
Thank you for serving Our Country For being a man of integrity, hero, fighter and most important a Man of God. My prayers are for your family hugs to mom, dad, wife, kids and to those who Gary Rehm, Jr.dearly touched each day; may God continue to watch over you give you comfort, streanth, love and his peace. May Gods presents be with you all.
Jen C.
June 27, 2017
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Many prayers for your family
M A Chevalley
June 27, 2017
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time. We have lost a true hero. God bless and comfort you. From a Navy Mom.
Edward Dermody
June 27, 2017
A true Hero sacrifices his self for the sake of others. He was a Hero to those who needed him in time of crisis. I can only imagine what kind of Husband, Father and Son he must have been to you all. May he rest in peace and shine upon you forever.
Larry & Brenda Rose
June 27, 2017
Our thoughts, love and prayers go out to you in this heartbreaking loss. May God surround you all with His peace and love. From our Navy family to yours, God bless you all.
Sandra Montez
June 27, 2017
Condolences to family and friends god give yall strength and peace.
Crystal Walker-Selby
June 27, 2017
I extend my deepest condolences to FC1 Rehm's wife, parents, family and friends. May God give you comfort during this difficult time. Your son is a hero! He is an eternal light watching over you!
A Navy Mom.
Elizabeth E
June 27, 2017
Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers at this difficult time. Thank you for your service to this great nation. Hugs from a Navy Mom.
Marcia Merrifield
June 27, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. God bless. Navy grandma
Jaime Owens
June 27, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts as prayers as you say your goodbyes to your hero. Navy mom hugs
The Middleton's
June 27, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary is a hero.
Jeanne Minard
June 27, 2017
Please know that I am praying for the family during this difficult time and for the days ahead. So very thankful for this brave Sailors service and heroism. Navy Mom Hugs to all. Fair wind and following seas RIP
Dawn Gay
June 27, 2017
"Rest in peace sir, you are a true hero and many lives were saved because of you. May the Lord wrap your family and shipmates in his loving arms of protection and comfort."
Cynthia Viator
June 27, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family and bring you comfort and peace. Thank you for your service. Navy mom love and hugs.
Madeleine Hobgood
June 27, 2017
My prayers and condolences to the family from this Proud Navy Mom. May your Sailor rest in eternal peace....
GMG2 Jones
June 27, 2017
Salute! You placed others before self, God has a special place for Hero's like you. Rest in Peace Sailor, We have the watch.
Betsy Konya
June 27, 2017
Rest In Peace Gary. You made the world a better place. I will keep you and your family in my prayers
Diane Healey
June 26, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a hero ! Eternal rest grant unto his soul oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him may he Rest In Peace. Amen
Andrey Mihaylovski
June 26, 2017
Rest in peace Brother! You always going to be missed by friends, family, and shipmates. You will always be in our toughts and prayers. I was fortunate to know you and work with you on USS RAMAGE. May GOD watch over your family and give you peace in heaven my dear friend. The world have lost an unreadable man and hero!
June 26, 2017
Thank you sir for your service to our country! Thank you also to your family because they served too! May God Bless your family and friends as they celebrate your life that was taken too soon!
Tony Olcott
June 26, 2017
It was an honor to have served with you Gary. THANK YOU for your service to our country. Rest easy Brother.
Rustin Bobzien
June 26, 2017
Rest easy Shipmate.
Steve Didieu
June 26, 2017
Gary was a fierce friend that would do anything for anyone. A great leader, shipmate, and friend to the end. He made us all laugh, and I was fortunate enough to call him my brother in arms, shipmate, and friend. Thank you for all you taught me, and for all the ups and downs we shared together.
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Legacy Remembers
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June 25, 2017
Gary Rehm, Jr. Obituary
FC1 Gary L. Rehm, Jr., 37, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2017 while serving aboard the USS Fitzgerald in Japan. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1998 immediately following his graduation from Oberlin High School.Gary is survived by his wife of... Read Gary Rehm, Jr.'s Obituary
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