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James Gluff Obituary
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Laurie Atashian
February 3, 2015
God Bless you James and thank you for your service! You were very important to my son, your friend and fellow Marine, David Scott Moore Jr.
April 2, 2013
In memory and honor of Lance Cpl James Gluff. We will always be grateful for the service and sacrifice of your loved one.
Peggy Childers
January 19, 2013
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff:
It has truly been my honor to sign James' 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 James will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
jorean betancourt
June 15, 2012
I would like to thank everyone that wrote any thing about michael. I cannot tell you the pain we feel when michael was killed. but to know all the nice people that wrote nice thing, and the love that was showed to us. thank everyone very much michael mother.
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Kim Straker
January 23, 2012
May those who love and miss this young man have found some peace in their lives.
God bless you James - rest in peace.
Peggy Childers
January 21, 2012
January 19, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff:
Always remembering James. "Some gave all."
Lynne Neibert
June 18, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Greg Rutledge
April 3, 2011
To the family of Lance Cpl. James m. Gluff. I just want to let you know that James and those like him who protect our Great Nation and her people......I just wanted to say thank you, There are no words to say that can comfort you at this time. He is and always will be My Hero.....God bless and hold him and the others like him In his eternal embrace. God bless you for raising a young man willing to give his all for us and our country.
Kim Straker
January 21, 2011
Remembering and honoring the life, service and sacrifice of this fine young Marine.
Peggy Childers
January 19, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff:
Please accept my remembrance of James on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kim Straker
January 27, 2010
Like many who write on this site I didn't know James, but I can see that he was a good son, a good friend, a patriotic American and a fine Marine.
His years on earth were few but he accomplished much and I hope that the knowledge he is remembered is of some comfort to those who love him.
Rest easy Marine, and God bless your family who miss you so much.
January 25, 2010
It sure doesn't seem like two years have gone by James. I have been thinking about your family and know that I need to contact them to see how they are doing. You are missed and in my thoughts everyday. You and your family are part of the 1/8 forever. Semper Fi Mary Forester
Peggy Childers
January 19, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff:
Remembering James 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
Toby Spence
October 26, 2009
I'm a vet of the Gulf war and was in scout/sniper plt,1st.batt.8th marines.My thoughts and prayers go to your family as to all families of these brave heros. SEMPER FI Toby Spence
January 24, 2009
I fought along side James in Ramadi, it was truly an honor and a privilege to have fought with such a great American hero. God bless and semper fi.
In Memory of James ~ (Debra Estep)
January 19, 2009
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know James, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
January 19, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff:
James 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
T Starman
January 17, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
Kenna Larra
December 2, 2008
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Sincerely,
Kenna
July 8, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Gluff!
July 8, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Gluff and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Kim Straker
June 24, 2008
It's a privilege to sign the memorial page for this fine young Marine. It's also a sobering thought that his family and friends will have to continue their lives without his presence. Sadly, we can't turn back the clock, or give this youngster the years he was denied, but we can honor his service and sacrifice, and the sacrifice made by the family who love him. God bless you Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff - you served with honor and you will be remembered.
Semper Fi Marine.
Elaine Morgan
June 11, 2008
Hope, Our thoughts are still with you. I am getting my page on my sight up to dedicate to veterans. It can be viewed after June 13th. The URL is : www.mselainesplace.com/veterans.html.From Brian Morgan ( one of your school friends ) , and mother ( Elaine Morgan ).
Dale Allred
May 28, 2008
L/Cpl i will continue to stand your watch and protect the freedom's that you and all warrior's have fought and sacrificed for! Semper Fi. Sgt A.
Catherine Rogers
May 18, 2008
I am only now reading about the loss of your brave son in your guestbook online.To the family of Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff. I honor your son for his bravery. I wish I had the right words, consoling words, but what can one say at the loss of one we love so much. I have never lost a child. I did recently, unexpectedly lose my husband of 30 years a few months ago. The agony is beyond words. I appreciate your son and the many who have gone to the front lines of danger in order that I might sleep well at night. It is no small thing and it has not gone unoticed. I pray for God to bring peace to your broken hearts.
Rafael
May 17, 2008
Brothers in Arms
Our tears flow as one
Our Honor shared by all
Blood of our brothers
Sacred grounds have made.
From the beginning until today
Into your hands, my brother,
I entrust my Life.
Semper Fidelis
©[email protected]
Beverly M
April 14, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
March 12, 2008
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
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 12, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Gluff family in the loss of James. I did not know James, 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. James 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~
Cpl
March 7, 2008
You are an inspiration and a HERO to all of us in 1/8. Your loss has been hard and you will not be forgotten, RIP
Jim Jackson
February 26, 2008
To the Gluff family: Our hearts go out to you for the loss of your son, husband, father.
On behalf of the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment Parent's Network, whose boys are now serving in Iraq, we are grieving right along with you.
I don't know if our son's ever met, either at Camp Lejeune or in Iraq, but I know he would say he lost a brother....we all have.
God bless you. James is in my prayers daily.
Jim Jackson
Father of Lt. Geoffrey L. Jackson
3rd Battalion, 2nd Regiment
LIma Company, 2nd Platoon
Rick Clark
February 20, 2008
It's been more than 50 years since I joined the USMC, never-the-less I still feel as if a brother has been taken from me when a fellow Marine falls.
I don't know why my attention was drawn to the photograph of this young Marine in the Washington Post but it was and I am thankful.
For those who understands Marines they will understand that James Gluff died fighting for his fellow Marines.
God Bless and God's Speed,
Semper Fidelis
Rick Clark
Valdosta, GA
Patti Holmes
February 10, 2008
Please know that James and your family will be forever be in our thoughts and prayers. James is a HERO and will not be forgotten. God Bless.
Scott, Patti and Cory Holmes
Family of LCpl Jeffery S. Holmes, 1st BN 8th Marines, Bravo. KIA, Fallujah, 11/25/04. Semper Fi
sara kitchens
February 8, 2008
My name is Sara and I would just like to say how sorry I am for your loss. I lost my brother on Feb.7, 2007 in Al Anbar Iraq. I wish I could offer you some words to help with your pain. I know to well that there are no words to help us through these hard times. May God bless you and your family in your time of need. Please know that Lance Cpl James is with my brother guarding the streets of heaven with all the other fallen heros.
Kheara Brown
February 7, 2008
Hey My Name Is Kheara Brown Wife Of Lcpl Rajiv Brown Who Is Also With 1/8 Im Sorry To Hear About The Loss But Im Sure You Are In A Better Place I Just Came To Show My Respect To You Lcpl.Gluff May Your Family Get Through This & Thanks For Serving Your Country & Dont Forget You Are Gone But Never Forgotten!
Linda Cano
February 6, 2008
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Gluff family. May God bless and comfort you all. Thank you, James, for your courageous and honorable heroism in the service to our great nation and those less fortunate than we. You are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten. Rest with Jesus now, my young hero.
Gary Allain
February 2, 2008
LAnce Cpl. James M. Gluff
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
John Motty
February 2, 2008
Dear family and friends
I would first like to offer my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. My nephew Beau Roddy served with James. Beau and James were in the same unit and were very good friends. We know how deeply the loss of James has hurt Beau.
I can't imagine the pain that this causes a family.
My prayers are being lifted up for all of James' family and friends.
I have the deepest respect for all of our young men serving in the military to defend freedom. Freedom is not free.
With deepest regrets and sympathy
John Motty, uncle of Beau Roddy
February 1, 2008
Semper Fi...God bless you.
Linda Brown
January 31, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Lance Cpl. Gluff. He gave his life for our family. He is a true HERO.
Cullen Fitchett
January 31, 2008
I served with James at the end of my active tour in the Marine Corps. He was a great guy and a terrific Marine. My thoughts and prayers will be with you always. He is now in the company of thousands of heroes. May God be with you. Semper Fi.
Jan Swank
January 30, 2008
We were passing through Chatanooga the day of your loved one's funeral. Your family has been in my prayers ever since. My son is in Iraq, so I think I know some of the anguish you are experiencing. May God's comfort sustain you. We salute your son/husband/brother as an American hero.
CPL. Gascon
January 30, 2008
Semper Fi Brother! Now look after us as we need you, for what lies ahead. Godspeed.
Brian Hall
January 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 30, 2008
Semper FI My brother, May you rest in Peace.
Dennis
1/8 2000-2004
Brittney McRae
January 29, 2008
My heart goes out to the family.My husband is in his platoon and came in right after everything happened.You all are in my prayers.God be with you and your family.
ashley lang
January 29, 2008
My heart goes out to all family and friends of lance cpl gluff. He is a true American hero. My prayers are with you.
Stephanie Hooper
January 29, 2008
I visited you beloved spouse, father, brother and son's place of burial. I placed an American flag among the beautiful flowers. I was unable to attend the funeral, but I was praying for your family that day. Your husband is a True Hero that I know in time will be better understood. He is not far from my father's burial site- he too was a proud Vetran that I am sure welcomed your James Micheal into the Gates of Heaven. My Dad was taken from this earth on Easter Sunday of 2007, and he was TRUE BLUE PROUD VIETNAM VET. I am sure that if dad was here today, he would have too been saddened by your loss. In time you will be able to keep your head up, and know that Michael James IS a hero, and he saved many lives other than the ones in his troup. They are probably thanking him and missing even him greater. My Prayers are with you and your family. I pray that your husband, father, son and brother always live in your heart and shine in the heart of the people in America, as a reminder of the FREEDOM that Americans do have and should be very thankful for. GOD BLESS YOU AND AMERICA!!
January 29, 2008
God bless you and your family in your time of grief. He is truly an American Hero and we are so thankful for his service.
January 29, 2008
Semper Fi brother
Former grunt from 8th Marines
Capt Carla Sizer, USAF
January 29, 2008
I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Lance Cpl. James M. Gluff, God bless you and your family and God bless America!
Contact me if you want to talk.
PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq
C Gritz
January 29, 2008
The Few the Proud. Semper Fi
Elizabeth Callaway
January 29, 2008
He died a hero. What more could he have wanted? The Class of '05 will always remember the sacrifice you made for our country.
Mikaela Postlethwait
January 29, 2008
Hope, I truly am sorry for your lose. The only thing to say is the pain will ease as life goes on, but it will never leave your heart completely. You will always be welcome in our house,and you know how to reach us.
Karen Jones
January 29, 2008
Words cannot express the gratitude that I, along with thousands of other Americans, have for this young man. He is the epitome of a true hero. He brings a new meaning of sacrifice to mothers like me across this nation. My prayers are for the wife, son, and mom left behind. May God's peace fill you and His blessings be yours in days to come.
Eddie & Janice Miles
January 29, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Melissa McClure
January 29, 2008
I went to school with Mike he was a quite guy if i remember right and I hope I do. I am so sorry for your loss and I know it is hard as hell to lose someone. We didn't really talk although i wanted to because I am a big talker he didn't so I didn't bother him. again I am very sorry for your loss. My Prayers are with you
Matthew Ballew
January 29, 2008
Hope and Mrs.Gluff I'm sorry about Michael I wanted to let y'all know y'all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joey & Shawnda
January 28, 2008
To the Gluff Family,
You all are in our thoughts and prayers.We were blessed to have such a person serve our country like Michael did.We will always remember him. John 15:13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."Our love goes out to your family.May God Bless you all!!
Colleen Bonmer
January 28, 2008
To the Gluff family: As a mom and wife, I can not imagine your pain. My oldest nephew is also with the 1/8. My family and I offer our deepest sympathy. I pray for your family that someday you will find some peace. Your son and husband is truly a hero.
In our thoughts and prayers, the Bonmer family.
Tabitha Calvillo
January 28, 2008
I just wanted to send my condolences to the family and friends of Lcpl. Gluff. I personaly did not know him but my husband who is in 1/8 did he said he was a great man and a great Marine. Again we are very sorry for your loss.
Brandi Davis
January 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Thank you for serving and keeping us safe. God Bless you and yours.
Chris Durfey
January 28, 2008
Dear Gluff family,
God bless you all. My family and your family will be forever linked by the events that occured on January 19 in Iraq. We also lost my nephew Richard B. Burress on that day. Today we laid him to rest. Our hearts are breaking, not only for our family, but for yours and the families of all 4 soldiers who died last Saturday in Iraq. My hearfelt sympathy to you.
Danny & Cynthia Parish
January 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Stewart Stout
January 28, 2008
Semper Fi Marine.
jeanette norton
January 28, 2008
Sorry for your loss, you all will be in our prayers. Your son was true hero!
Jan Cochran
January 28, 2008
My heart and prayers are with your family at this time
January 28, 2008
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!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
Stephen & Debra Dailey
January 28, 2008
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. I lack the skill with words to tell you how we are now and will be continuing to pray for your son, and you his family. We know that his life has a meaning beyond words. Our hearts and prayers are with you and we ask God to be with you every moment as he is assuredly with your son now.
Rita Keehley Aileen Sharp
January 28, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you during this difficult time. Rita Keehley and Aileen Sharp aunt and grandmother of LCPL Charles Seth Sharp of Dalton and Adairsville, GA currently serving in Iraq.
Connie Miller
January 28, 2008
Our son, CPL Nicholas Cole Johnson, had the priviledge of serving with Big James in Iraq. We honor James and the sacrifice he made for our country...for our freedom. Your family will continue to be in our prayers as we remember your hero.
Cpl. and Mrs. Aaron Rice
January 28, 2008
My husband, Cpl. Aaron Rice served with Lcpl. Gluff on a MEU in 2006, and in Iraq. We are both heart-broken over your loss. God bless you.
Ed and Delores Stockburger
January 28, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss of a brave warrior . This great country was founded on the brave men and women making the ultimate sacifice and your loved one will be joining those list of names . We will never forget . God bless you all
Lee and Heather Miller
January 28, 2008
To Hope, Little James and Family,
I am sorry for what as happen. I now that my husband and I will think of James and what happen that day forever. Will never forget Hope or little James.
LT Seth Rone
January 27, 2008
Dear Hope,
As I sit here at my desk trying to thinkg of words to say for the funeral, I realize that nothing that I can say or do will ease the pain. For this I hope you can forgive. You are an inspiration to us all. Keep your chin up and head held high for you have nothing but to be proud of your Marine!
Cpl Daniel Mone and Family
January 27, 2008
Dearest Gluff Family,
Our son Cpl Daniel Mone had the honor of serving with James in Iraq. He always referred to him as his brother and "Big James". Their bond is one that no one can comprehend. On behalf of Danny and our family, we want to express our deepest sympathy. James is a true hero. He touched so many lives, even those who he never met. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Danny and our family will never forget the sacrifice he made. May God Bless You and Comfort You.
Larry Sanderson
January 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Eric Hedden
January 27, 2008
Dear Hope,
You have given up so much for our country. Thank you. I will pray for you in the coming days, weeks, months and years.
Eric Hedden
January 27, 2008
I am so sorry for the loss of your son; and I share your pride in his service as one of the few who truly make this country great.
Donnie & Lori Stone
January 27, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Our son Cpl Dondi A Stone was a friend and serves in the same unit. Thank you for your service, support and scarifice, we the families serve along with our Marines. Our family has been deeply touched and grieves along with you at the loss of "Big James".
devonna stephens
January 27, 2008
I heard of your loss on my local obituaries. I would just like to extend my deepest sympathies. I can not imagine your pain and sorrow. God Bless our troops for protecting our freedom and lives by sacraficing their own. May it be over soon and may they all be safe from here on out.
Angie Lowery
January 27, 2008
Hope,
You are in my thoughts daily. We will do our best to honor Michael on Monday. I love you. I am here if you need me.
vanessa decker
January 26, 2008
I wish I could say something to lift some of this pain from you but there are no words to help when you have lost such a wonderful son,husband,father and friend. I would like to express our appreciation and gratitude for his service to this country and know there is another military family across town praying for you all.
Proud Army Wife
Doug (Gobo) Shearer
January 26, 2008
May God bless in this time of great sorrow, We also mourn your loss. Rest now young Marine...
Semper Fi!
Janet Turnmire
January 26, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you His Peace during this time and may His Grace sustain you. My son, Lance Cpl. Jonathan Turnmire is a Mike Battery Marine. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to call. We are praying for you and your family.
Cristy Califf
January 26, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Msgt Kenneth Tarpley (DAV)
January 26, 2008
May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sue Postlethwait
January 26, 2008
Hope- Our hearts are breaking for you, Michael Wayne and the rest of the family. You are all in our prayers. When you need to, you know how to reach "Gunny" and I. We love you Hope
Kirby, Sue, Blake, Mikaela & Keegan Postlethwait
William Stubbs
January 26, 2008
to hope and little michael,
James was a classmate of mine in 2005 and we had a few classes together and he was always willing to help any body he could. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your son. he will always be remebered for everything that he has done. I am thankful for his service in the military. he deserves every honor that he gets. may god bless you and your family through this loss.
ralph,teresa,cortneycochran&,(avery o'neal)
January 26, 2008
the cochran family of tunnel hill georgia would like to give our heart felt sympathy to the GLUFF family and to say there is no pain that JESUS cannot feel and no hurt that he cannot heal for all things work according to the master's purpose and holy will and no matter what your going thru just remember that JESUS loves you and that he loved our MIGHTY HERO more god bless and keep you always
Joyce & Son Waymon Childers
January 26, 2008
FAMILY NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS THE GRATITUDE WE HAVE FOR THIS YOUNG MAN FOR THE PRICE HE PAID FOR OUR FREEDOM.fREEDOM DOES COME WITH A PRICE AND HE PAID IT.FAMILY JUST LET ME SAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.MOTHER
I AM GOING TO SAY A SPECIAL PRAYER FOR YOU FOR GOD TO LIFT YOU UP AND COMFORT YOU.SEE I AM A MOM TOO AND MY HEART ESPECIALLY GOES OUT TO YOU.
Chaplain Dan Gates
January 26, 2008
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Lance Corporal Gluff. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!
Roger Henderson
January 26, 2008
To the Family of LCPL Gluff:
Please accept my personal condolences in the loss of LCPL Gluff. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any assistance. God Bless.
v/r,
Senior Chief R.L. Henderson
US Navy
NW Whitfield 1980
Penny Hill
January 26, 2008
To: Hope, Joreen, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. It hurts my heart so bad for the pain that the family is feeling. It's a great sad loss. Michael's spirit will watch over youns. My prayers are with youns all. Love you guys always.
Kymberly Thurman
January 26, 2008
Hope and Little Michael
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. God Bless you. Kymberly Thurman/Dr.Polows office The Health Depot
BARBARA ( CHARLIE ) QUEEN
January 25, 2008
HOPE, LITTLE MICHAEL & PENNY,
I KNOW THAT WORDS DON'T SEEM LIKE MUCH RIGHT NOW BUT KNOW THAT YOU ALL WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS. IF YOU CAN KEEP THESE FOR THE LITTLE ONE SO THAT HE WILL KNOW HOW MANY PEOPLE APPRECIATED WHAT HIS FATHER HAS DONE FOR YOUR FAMILY, MINE AND ALL OF AMERICA HE WILL BE ABLE TO TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT HE IS NOW IN GOD'S HANDS AND SUFFERS NO MORE. MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU ALL AND HOLD YOU, AS HE DOES MICHAEL, IN THE PALM OF HIS HANDS, TO HELP GUIDE AND COMFORT YOU.
BEVERLY WILLIAMS
January 25, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HOPE. I AM THANKFUL FOR THE SERVICE YOUR HUSBAND GAVE FOR OUR COUNTRY.
Gale Poindexter
January 25, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Lance Cpl James M Gluff. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
Kevin Whitley
January 25, 2008
Thank you for your son's service and sacrifices...and your sacrifices. You are in our prayers
Bea Kirkland
January 25, 2008
God bless James Michael!! Because of men like you, we live free to engoy the life we live, the life that you gave your life to protect!! May God watch over Hope and baby Micheal, now that you no longer can. With all my love, Bea Kirkland
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