Sgt. 1st Class Jared C. Monti

Another Memorial Day and I had to have a beer in your honor. I hope you and your dad are together looking down on all of us.

Thinking of you my friend. I hope to see you on the high ground when my time comes to an end on this rock. God bless our men and women in uniform.

All gave some but some gave all I never knew you but I met your father and family This country was blessed to have a warrior like you RIP

Well you and your dad are together. I hope you guys are together and having some fun. I didn´t know how sick your dad was just knew he was in the hospital. The world is less of a place without you two. Miss you bud

Your Dad Paul has gone to meet you in Valhalla. Silva CM Soldier

Deleting old emails. Just saw one from your mom from the first time I posted on here. I will think of you always

The Boys of Cub Scout Pack 620 in Vermont will hear about you this Memorial Day. Thank you for your sacrifice. You are not forgotten.

I NEVER MET jARED, IM A MARINE VIETNAM VET 2 TOURS "0311" OUT OF 12 MARINES ALMOST GOT OVER RUN 4 MARINES LEFT SO I KNOW WHAT JARED FACED IN A COMBAT SITUATION, I LIVED TAUNTON 14 YEARS, SAW HIS NAME ON THE "BRIDGE" IN RAYNHAM AND ALWAYS SAID "HI JARED"...I WROTE A POEM AND A FEW WORDS FROM A POEM I WROTE GOES...A FRIEND IS THERE WHEN NO ONE ELSE IS AND IF YOU LOSE THIS FRIEND YOU LOSE A PART OF YOURSELF"........JARED IS A TRUE HERO

I never meet him but his actions that day in Afghanistan made him the standard of what is expected of the members of the division. I told his story to new Soldiers so he never be forgotten.
SFC (Ret) Edwin Ramos

jared is my cusin, and i never realy got to meet him. I really want to know more about him, and would love if he was here now. I miss him, and listen to hos song all the time. thanks, jared, for me.

Hey brother. I got your book this year for Christmas. Couldn't put it down til I finished it. I think about you every day. Think of the times we shared in Korea. I know the Army is a better place now because of you, just cause you touched so many lives. You were a true Soldiers Soldier. I think of you and John every day. See you on the high ground my friend.

I wished you a happy 40th as soon as my eyes opened on our birthday 9/20/75. Strange how connected I feel to someone I never knew. You are a beautiful hero Jared.

They talked about you on a television show the other day about soilders who had received the purple heart. It was good to see your face, and to hear your brave story. Always thinking about you, and what a wonderful person you were.

Happy birthday to one of the most wonderful people to have ever entered my life. I miss you just as much today as I did the last time I saw you. I talk to you offen and thank you for watching over me now. You will always be in my heart. Thank you my friend.

Happy birthday, my beloved son. Today you would have been 40 years old. But, you will always be a very young 30. I miss you today as much as I did the day you left us. My heart is broken and it will never heal.
Your influence on the world is enormous and with that you will never be forgotten. The virtues you possessed are a guiding light for those who wish to follow in your path.
Know that you are always with me; in my heart, in my soul, and on my mind. I will always try to do the right thing in your honor.
I will see you on the high ground. Climb to glory, my son. I love you now and forever. ~Dad

R.I.P COUSIN Jared. Thank you for your service you will always be in our hearts we love and miss you. I have been reading see you on the high ground learning alot about you and the rest of the family...Now I see where our sense of humor comes from.. love and miss you Jared

Nine years ago I buried you with your fellow soldiers. I miss you now as much as I did then. Your legacy and your positive influence on others continues to amaze me. You were truly a "Gift of God". I will always treasure the time we spent together and keep you in my heart. Love never ends. 143, my son. See you on the high ground. ~Dad

I had the great pleasure of attending AIT with Jared at Ft. Sill, OK. We were in the same class and I remember his antics as if it were yesterday. He truly was a man's man, tough as nails but with a heart of gold. I thank God I got to know you my friend. You are the epitome of the selfless warrior. "Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." -John 15:13

So I was reading "See you on the High Ground" and all I could think of is you dodged some real bullets here. It has some good stories but man if they only knew all the others. The ones that only the people that were there know. So far its a great read but it will never be able to capture all of you. Had to know you to understand that. Miss you bud

I never knew of Jared Monti, until this month, when Len Sandler sent "See You On The High Ground". I laughed. I cried. I was deeply moved by an outstanding individual and by all of the people he had touched. Absolutely amazed at how many he still influences.

In truth, we get a glimpse of God and his mysteries through a blessed man.

Each of my shows are dedicated to fallen heroes, usually taking only about 10 mins.

Tomorrow is different, because Jared is so different and wonderful.

The entire show is dedicated to an outstanding man, who touched so many lives. If anyone who was in Sgt Jared Monti's unit or knew him, please join us and call in with your own stories, Tuesday, 2pm - 4pm EDT to 917-889-3675

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To the family and friends of Jared, Thank you. Thank you for sharing, so unselfishly, a small piece of him with strangers, our Nation and the world.

May God bless you all and heal your hearts.

Happy Christmas my brother; as always, you are missed.

Thank you is never enough for your selfless act of courage & service for my freedom, bless you soldier!

Happy birthday, my son. Thirty nine years ago the world was blessed with your arrival. You have become a beacon of light in this dark world. Your continued influence will inspire young people forever. You were always my hero. The Good Lord blessed me with you and my gratitude will be unending. Until we meet again know that I love you and will be with you soon. See you on the high ground. Love, 143 ~Dad.

Hey bud
Just got back from Daytona Bike Week. Had a blast. Just got you added onto my bike. You now sit on the back of my right rear saddle bag. So I get to take you to do some riding now. Miss you buddy

Jared,Today my niece and nephews along with the children from the East Coast Livestock,Taunton Mass sang your song "I Drive Your Truck " for the Annual 4-H Fundraiser. The group of kids ages 5-19 did a great job .. Thank You for Being a Hero ,God Bless You Sgt .Jared Monti

Miss you everyday brother... But its these days that have me smiling thinking of you. Ryan Jared is now 6 and started 1st grade. He sometimes asks about you when he visits Moms and sees your picture there ( we have the same on) and he wants to know why we both have the same pic. All our love

If only there were more Jareds in this world.

May God bless you Jared, and thank you for being the kind of man and human being that makes us proud to spread your story to teach and inspire our children and grandchildren to thrive to be even half the great American you were.

Happy 4th!!! Still miss your infectious smile and personality! Hope you are watching over us all, Lord knows we need it. Thinking of you always. Hope to see you soon. Norris

Thinking of you, Jared. My #1 hero. I wish I would have had the pleasure and the blessing of knowing you. Thank you for all you did and that your memory continues to do. I know that you are in the arms of God. You have affected thousands of lives dear Jared. I thank your family, especially your Aunt Annie for allowing me to know you through her. God bless.

Missing you Jared. Didn't get to the Flag ceremony again this Memorial Day, but will make it this fall. I go up to talk with you at Bourne when I go off the rock. I have gone with your Dad and Aunt Jean took me to see the Flags, (what a site)one time when she took me to a Dr. appt. Love you lots. Say hi to Grandma & Grandpa Monti & Ross for me; Also Bradbury, Craig and Lybert too. I keep in touch with Rhonda and Chris & Holly C & Chris G. "I drive your truck" is a wonderful song. Your Dad has kept it as it was when you left us. I listen to it whenever I can. Gotta get CD...
143

Hey bud
Another year has passed we miss you.

Another year has passed and you are still missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing you.

The first day I met Sgt Monti, I woke up to his voice outside the barracks. It was his first day with 3/71 RSTA, he was cleaning up the Fister platoon, getting a few bad apples on the right path. He had them in a one line formation, marching down fourth st singing the I'm Joe Joe the duck cadence. Fellow soldiers know how the rest of that cadence goes as it is not appropriate to post. I miss you Jared, I miss your barbecues and your guidance on being a leader!

Can't believe it's been 6 years. Still miss you. I know you're continuing to do good things where you are. You were and are still the best! Love you, Norris

Thinking of you today bud. As always, you serve as an inspiration to all who knew you and/or know of you. Miss you fellow FISTer

Another Memorial Day passed. Spent the day in DC watching the Rolling Thunder veterans pass by (couldn't ride this year myself). Did a lot of reminiscing about the good ol' days of the Army...thank you for having been a part of my life (though for too short a time) and for your sacrifice. I miss you brother.

Missing you still brother, thank you

Been thinking about you today Buddy! Though we were just a small part of your distinguished Army career, we Fisters from Ft. Riley often talk about you and your accomplishments, as I'm sure all the Fisters who knew you do. You've become an inspiration to everybody. Rock steady, Jared!

Remembering you today Jared. Terrific memories of our days together in A/1/506th in S. Korea and still amazed, very proud, and humbled by your accomplishments and sacrifice.

Thinking of you today monti. Thank you for all you have done for the soldiers both past and present. anyone who had spent time with this guy knows they were touched by a angel who now sits on his op watching us. Fisters lead the way sgt kern

Been thinking alot about you, as I always do. You've got alot of great people up there with you and most recently, your cousin, my daughter Courtney. She too like you, was taken from us way to early in life but knowing she's up there with you, does bring some peace to my sorrow. Please know as she will never be, you too will never be forgotten and I keep you in a special place in my heart.

Happy birthday, Bud. WOW!! 36 years. It seems like yesterday that I first daw you in Quincy Hospital. What a joy you were. A happy smiling child who grew into an incredible man but never lost that great smile. I still think about you every minute of every day. You have made me so proud but I am still astonished when I say that you are my son. Your greatness has touched people all across the nation and from every walk of life. The tributes and accolades never seem to end. You have inspired everyone from school children to generals and politicians.
But, Jared, you will always be my little boy. On your hotwheels, jumping your bicycle, playing soccer, baseball, and basketball, fishing with Dad, or just our everyday interactions. Those are my favorite memories.
Now you sleep with the angels and protect us from above. But your spirit remains here on earth winding it's way throughout the living and working it's magic. God has taken you to do His work from heaven and you are doing that work very well.
Blessed be you, my son. Pray for me too and soon I will join you that we might be together for eernity. All my love, Dad.

Hey SFC Monti, I think about you every day. Will you do me a favor and look out for one of my soldiers? SGT Bret Isenhower. We lost him on Sept 9th, 2011. I took him under my wing like you did me. He was a good dude. Much love SGT!

ps. Make him show you his War face

Hi Bud,
Well, Pal, you now reside with the giants of history. Your hall at Fort Sill is a magnificient structure. It will train our future Fisters better than any in the world. Jared Monti Hall is a gigantic structure surrounded by Halls named for some of the greatest generals this country has ever seen. And, amidst them all is a Hall dedicated to a lowly Staff Sargeant- Y-O-U. What a tremendous honor.
I would rather have you of course but under the circumstances, just think of all of the future 13F's that you will inspire.
Need some help with a fellow 3-71 trooper who was severely injured by an IED. If you can, watch over SFC Hackett. He is in Bathesda right now and needs your healing grace.
Planning for Niccole's wedding now. I know that you will be there with us. Keep watching over the family as I know that you have been. As always, my heart and soul are with you. Much love until we meet again~ Dad- 143

To this day can not go 30 minutes without a thought of you wow selflesness and devotion. Two powerful forces you championed like no other. Prayers and love for and from all you touched. uncle Tom

Thought about you all day yesterday...wish you were still here. Love to you always!

You are never forgotten. Your always held in prayer and heart.

To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Jared C. Monti:
Please accept my remembrance of Jared on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Good morning Jared! It has been a while since I have wrote to you. I know you,nana,grandpa and John are watching over all of us daily. I am sure you have peeked on your new niece..she is so sweet. I could love on her all day long. Our family is growing and changing all the time..our "little" cousins are all grown up..the new ones are too grown..lol Aaron will graduate in 2 years...time is going by to fast. I know I am rambling on..but I could for hours. I know you all are doing great...and one day we will all be back together. Love you and miss you!

Your cousin, Kimberly

Hi Bud. WOW! What an event your Aunt Trisha and Uncle Russell put on for you. You would have been so proud. About 500 motorcycles all riding in your name. I led the way in your truck for a while and Uncle Russell was close behind on your Harley. There was a great crowd and we raisd a considerable sum for military charities. I would have loved to see you there on your Harley leading the parade.
Now it's on to the bridge dedication next Sunday. You know that bridge on 44 where we used to fish and where you and the other crazy survivalists ended your canoe adventure. LOL
No one will ever forget you. You now have an intersection, a playground, a bridge, a workout center, 2 scholarships, and soon a building dedcated in your name. Not to mention a monument in SC and at least 4 children who bear your name. You are loved by many and missed by many, many more.
Keep the good works and blessings coming, son. This world needed your inspiration and your message has spread nation wide. Always try your hardest, never give up, and do the right thing are phrases people now use on a daily basis.
I miss you, my son, and think about you every minute of every day. By the way, you also have a new niece. Joselyn Paige Monti-Alicea was born yesterday morning. Niccole and the baby are doing well.
Love you 4-ever, DAD

I went on the 1st Jared Monti bike run this weekend and it was great to see all the support. I am looking forward to the next one.

So im sitting in Afghanistan again nearing the dreaded day. I sit about an hour away from the spot and it feels weird. There isn't a day that goes by that i don't look at your name on my bracelet. When i first found out i was coming back to this dump they said we were going to Fob Monti and well it sucked I was actually scared to go. Everytime i feel scared I just grab my bracelet and feel better it's pretty awesome really knowing that you bring me comfort. Rock Hard Fisters lead the way...

Hey Buddy! Was thinking about you at John Reardon's funeral. Seems the old cliche about how only the good die young holds some water. Miss you and John both, but I know you guys are watching over us. Rock steady Bro!

The Monti Family

There is nothing worse than losing a child. Mr. Monti, you are to be commended for pushing to have flags put up at the cemetary in Bourne. I have a brother there and again, I thank you

Mary Overton
186 Thurber Ave
Brockton, MA

just letting you know you are thought about often !

This is Ellen Hoaas Blue star Mother from oklahoma. Just wanted to check up on the family and let you know you are still in my prayers.

Hey, Buddy. Another Thanksgiving has come and gone, and you are still in the forefront of our minds. We miss you. Not a day goes by without thoughts of you. May God hold you safely in his arms. Thanks for preserving our freedom.
Love from your aunt -

I wish heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice again. I thought of you today, but that is nothing new.I thought about u yesterday, and days before that too. I think of u in silence,I often speak ur name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake,..from which I'll never part..God has u in his arms.I have u in my heart ~
Well love i have woke again and thought of you . wish that that wasn't all i could do, but it is and it will have to do.

Hey brother, 4th of July is here, and wish you were too. These notes seem so silly but I smile as I write and think of you. I could tell you a million things but the only thing I want to tell you is I miss and love you so much kid. I will be thinking of you not only this Holiday but for the rest of my life... To be my best I try to do as you would.
Charlie

Thought of you all day Monday, 06-21-10. Know you're in a good place but also know the world was better w/ you in it. Will always remember you and your contribution as well as those who continue the fight. God Bless, T.

May God give you the blessing of his sweet peace.

Hi Kiddo,
Well I can't believe it has been 4 years already. We thought about you all day yesterday. We miss you
Russ, Trish and Kids. 1-4-3 xoxo

I think about you all the time bro,especially on this day. At first, I'm sad because miss the crazy things you would do and the crazy situations you would always get into. Then I smile, because I have those memories to remind me of you. Now you are not just "famous" to everyone that knew you, but to the world. I always thought that Jared Monti would be remembered, Now,I know you will. AIRBORNE, All The Way! JB

To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Jared C. Monti:
Remembering Jared 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

You are not forgotten Jared.

dEAR jANET
AS MEMORIAL DAY IS UPON US i REFLECT BACK TO YOUR LOSS OF YOUR SON AND i WANT TO SAY YOU ARE CONTINUALY IN MY PRAYERS. i AM THE bLUE TO gOLD LIASION FOR OKLAHOMA bLUE STAR MOMS. i HAD EMAILED YOU A WHILE BACK. i AM HERE IF YOU WANT TO TALK. yOU ARE ONE OF MY SISTERS AND i CARE ABOUT YOU.
CONTACT ME IF YOU WISH. [email protected]
405 922-2924
gOD bLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Jared, you will be in my prayers and on my mind next Monday. Your sacrafice will not be forgotten. May you rest in peace and I hope your family understands that we have suffered a loss with their loss of Jared. I will be attending a parade in Rockland and I am sure that Jared's strength and spirt will be there along with that of Walter O'Haire and Matthew Polini.

Thank you.

Jared,
Not a day goes by that I do not think of the ultimate sacrifice that you have made in order to protect not only your brothers in combat, but to protect all of us in the United States. Family, Friends, and those you never met. As we approach Memorial Day I wanted to let you know that although I did not know you very well, as it had been many many years since I last saw you, that I will NEVER FORGET, and that I carry your spirit with me each and every day. GOD SPEED my friend.

Never forget!

My prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Jared. I am a Blue star mother for the troops and I want you to know I feel your pain and agony. I am the blue to gold liasion for oklahoma and would like very much to be in touch with you if you want.
Blessings to you

James, Thank you for the wonderful things you stated about my son. I, too, would gladly give the MOH back in a heartbeat to have him back again. If I could I would even trade places with him. I think about him everyday and still have many tearful days, miss him so very much, sometimes intolerable. But Jared wouldn't have any of this amd would tell me to get over it and get on with my life. I think I will be going to Ft. Drum in June - will you be there? I would love to meet you, keeping in touch with the soldiers that knew him helps more than you know and they say it helps them too. Stay safe, take care and God bless.

Sincerely,
Janet Monti, proud Goldstar Mother of SFC Jared C. Monti, KIA in the mountains of Afghanistan 6/21/06

Wow, Jared.
It's been a long time since I've put words in this book. Not since I got the news in Iraq in 2006. I cried like a baby that day. Miss you like crazy; think about you a lot and are proud to tell others about a FISTER and my old friend being awarded the MOH. You are an inspiration to the young 13Fs...but you were an inspiration to our young FISTERs long before Afghanistan and your heroic actions on that day. Many of us who came through the ranks with you in the early days, remember you...as you were back then. We all laugh about the old days; AIT, Korea, training in the field to "go to war" and enjoy those memories. We would gladly request that the MOH be returned so we can have our friend...our BROTHER back!!! But it is what it is and we are all proud and honored to have known and served alongside you. I love you and miss you, Brother.
I'm staring at the deserts and mountains of Afghanistan as I write this; in my tenth month and almost ready to go home. I brought you over here with me, on a bracelet and, Brother, I am bringing you home with me. I know that your Mom and Dad are so proud and my heart is with them and the entire family. I remember you; and you will never be forgotten...NEVER!
Paul and Janet, thank you for bringing Jared into this world. Without that I would have never had a wonderful friend and a great Warrior to serve beside. Thank you so very much. I will always be here for you anytime anywhere.

SFC James T. Walker,III
OEF, Spin Boldak, Afghanistan

While researching a few things this morning, I discovered this sad, yet inspiring news.

I met Jared Monti while assigned to C/3-319th AFAR at Fort Bragg, NC. He quickly became one of my best friends at Bragg. After I left the Army in '99, as is often the case, the two of us lost touch. Though I did think of him from time to time (typically with a smirk while recalling some of the good times we shared).

Now, I have learned that my friend has passed. I am saddened greatly by this news, yet at the same time, I feel a tremendous pride at having known and worked with such a tremendous soldier.

The loss of Monti is truly a great loss to all who knew him.

Rest in peace, my friend. I am proud of you.

For Jared...

WEEP NOT FOR ME


Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.

Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.

I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.

Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.

Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.

Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.


© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California

Happy Christmas Bud. I visited your grave this morning and left you another wreath. You continue to inspire many with your story and your exemplary life. I will continue to spread your story to all who will listen in hopes that we can create a better world. Little did you know that your actions, not only on that fateful day but throughout your life, would have such a great influence on so many. God truly had a purpose for you and you fulfilled it perfectly. May you rest in peace knowing all the good that you have accomplished in your all too brief life. With love forever- Dad

Hey Monti,
I just wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas. We were E-4's together in the 82nd and had many good times doing the things that FISTERS do best!! I know we lost touch after I left Fort Bragg but you will never be forgotten. I've talked to some of the guys from Charlie Battery and they can't believe that you earned the MOH, but they all say that you were the type of guy that would do anything for your fellow soldier. You were in our platoon for like 2 weeks when you came back from Korea, but when we got in that brawl in the parking lot at Pirates, you were the first guy jumping on somebody. You earned everyone's respect real quick that night. That's the type of soldier and friend that you were. Well brother, I'm proud to have served with you and lucky to have known you. God Bless and Rock Steady Fister!

I never had the honor of meeting Jared Monti while he was alive, but after working very closely with his aunt, Annie Eagles and her becoming a very, very, dear friend and "sister" I must say, I feel as though I know him. I have been blessed with her memories, pride, sadness of her family's loss and her laughter and smiles, her beaming pride when she speaks of very fond memories of Jared. I cannot say how very honored I am to have met him through Annie. I keep him in my heart and mind and "beam" as well when I look at his photo and think of this "wonderful man" and how he has entered the hearts of so many of us who did not have the honor of meeting him in life.

Hey Brother,
Another Christmas is coming fast. Andreia and I have moved to Pocasset ,So I will be seeing alot of you. Remember when I was telling you about Ryan the other day? Well now all he talks about is how strong he is going to be ,like Jared. Bro when he says your name tears come to my eyes instantly. I have hung a picture of you in his room and he says good night to you all the time. I will bring him by soon. Will be good healing visit. Dude I miss you so much. Love always Charlie , Andreia and Ryan (Chaos)

Paul,
you break my heart when I read your comments about your son. I can not image the pain in your soul, especially this time of the year. You need to know that your son's sacrifice touched the heart of many, many people. Long before the Medal of Honor, he was a hero for all of us. You need to take pride inn the fact that you raised such a great son and great American.

I know my words offer little comfort for your loss, but I will do my best to insure Jared's name will remain on the lips of as many people as I can inform. If ever you need an old man to stand by your side or just to offer a prayer for your strength, you can count on me.

I am sure it is far more difficult than I can comprehend, but you need to stay strong to insure you keep Jared's memory alive. As long as he is remembered he is truly not gone. May God give you the strength to continue on.

Hey Bud,
Well, another Christmas without you. I do miss you so much. The honors and tributes keep coming but they are so empty without being able to share them with you.
I visit your street corner almost every day for our daily chat and get to the cemetery as often as I can. I know that you are in a better place now and looking out for us from above. I think about you constantly and try my best to honor you with all I do.
Keep me in your heart as you are in mine and soon we will meet again. I'll see you on the high ground son. All my love to you- Dad

Happy Veteran's Day SFC Monti. As a resident of Taunton I'm proud to be reminded that heroes live among us. Maybe even as close as next door. Thank you for your sacrifice and may God bless you, your family and America.

I had the honor to serve with SFC.Monti in Korea. He was an inspration to everyone always very positive and friendly. You can never replace a soldier like Jared Monti.

SFC Monti,
Just wanted to stop by and congratulate u for the metal of honor I wear your's and PFC Bradbury's remember me bracelet. That day stands very clear in my head all of fisters huttled ontop of the hesco listening to the missions wishing we could be up there with our brothers. You keep inspiring me even after passing. You truelly were the best NCO a soldier could ask for. My prayers go out to your family. Truelly missed thanks for everything .

SGT Bower, Michael
Fister for life
NCO's lead the way

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our Angel
Cpl. Joshua Alexander Molina
Brn April 8th, 1987 - KIA On March 27th, 2008 In Baghdad, Iraq

Sincerely

I never met SFC Monti, but the story brought pride to my heart, and the goodbyes I read brought tears to my eyes. Sarge, I am proud to say I served in the same Army as you, and will never forget the actions of a true hero. Rest in peace soldier, you're in God's Army now! Carry on!

I did not have the honor of knowing or serving with this great American, but I know many like him. Jared represents the greatest attributes of mankind; one who willingly gives his all for others without question. I too, was a fire support specialist in the Army and served in the 75th Ranger Regiment for 8 years. I send my condolensces to his family, friends, and brothers in arms. I hate that most MOH recepients are posthumously awarded. His memory and actions must be preserved forever to remind us of freedom's cost. He died for all of us and our privilege of being an American. God Bless you Monti, SFC Bill Crews (USA,ret.)

Jared and I were in the same Fire Support School class together at Fort Sill, and served two years together at Fort Riley. Whenever my wife and I left town, Jared took care of our place. We were extremely close. We met again at Fort Bragg after his tour in Korea, but then lost touch after I left the army and moved away. This tends to happen all too often in the service.
It hit me like a bat to the face when I saw Jared's picture on national television and they said he had been killed. He was one of the most cheerful, upbeat people I have ever met. No matter how miserable the situation, it was almost impossible to be around Jared and not be happy. They must have looked far and wide to find a picture of Jared not smiling.
My deepest condolences to the Monti family. I lost my eight year old son to Batten's disease several years ago, but I can not say that I know what you went through. All I can say is that I feel proud and honored to have known such a great man. He earned the CMH every day of his life.

Miss you Brother, This last week has been tearful to say the least. I thought I was ready for it, But when it comes to you kid I do not think I will ever be ready to not tear up knowing I will never see,hear or hang out with you again.The ceremony was a good one kid , we all told stories of you. I learned so many things more of you this week. It only reitterated the fact you are the best man I will ever know. Your DAD is a close second. Tipping my glass for you ,never wasting though. Love ya bro.Miss you forever

To the Monti Family and Charlie Witkus,
I am truly sorry for your loss and extremely proud to here that Jared was awarded the Medal Of Honor. I have spent an hour reading every message displayed on this site. What I've learned about Jared is that he was an incredible person and the perfect example of what a Soldier/Leader should be. My heart goes out to you all and I know that you are all proud to have been a part of his life.
I didn't know Jared. I'm from Taunton, Ma and I knew Charlie when I was in high school. Charlie was a friend of my sister and I found him to be a really good man. Charlie joined the Army and a few years later I did the same. It's obvious that Jared chose his friends wisely. I just want Charlie to know that naming his son after Jared is great honor and I'm sure Jared is proud.
To all that served with Jared:
I never had the opportunity to have served with Jared. After reading everyone's testimony I have learned that that is my loss. I am inspired by his actions and his leadership. In my 9 years of military service I had the honor of serving under some great leaders in the Army, most notably my Platoon SGT from the 25th I.D. SFC Jose Fernandez. I never encountered someone such as he until I learned about Jared. I'm sure you all will never forget him and will always be honored to have been able to call him your leader. If I could go back in time and try to be that leader it would most definitely model SFC Monti and SFC Fernandes.
SFC Monti, I have a 2 year old son and one of my wishes for him is to have people look up to him as others looked up to you and to know that their well being is in good hands. You truly are an inspiration and may god bless you. To the Monty's, family and friends, soldiers and Charlie Witkus stay strong and carry on Jared Monti's legacy. John Roberio

Happy birthday my son. Today you would have been 34 years old. Instead of celebrating though, I had to visit your gravesite. I cleaned up and I placed new flowers there and said a prayer for you. You were an amazing yourg man. You were everything I ever hoped you would be and more.
Now you are part of history. You no longer belong just to me and your family. You belong to the entire country and the world. You are a shining example of how humans were meant to be. Selfless, kind, compassionate, brave, strong, and giving. You always put others before yourself and lived the creedo "do unto others..."
You will be an inspiration to others for generations to come. In this sad way, you found a way to spread your message of good will to all of the world.
Soon I will be joining you on the high ground. I will kiss your hand and your feet. For you are truly he that was meant to be named JARED- Gift of God.
My love will be yours forever and ever. "See you on the high ground"- Dad

A true American hero.God bless Jared and his family.

Happy Birthday MY Sweet!I am so proud to have known you and had you as my very close friend.Not a day goes by that i dont miss you. Thank you

Happy Birthday Jared! I am so proud to be your cousin. It was an honor this week to listen and meet all your "boys". You were surrounded by so many that loved you way beyond our HUGE family. It was great to know how many lives you touched. Our families knew you would be great and now so does the rest of the world. Until we meet again, love you. Your cousin Kimberly.

To the Monti Family:
My deepest sympathies.
I never knew your son but I wish I had.
I have always taught my Soldiers about Medal of Honor recipients, often sketching or making terrain models to illustrate the challenges each of these heroes faced in their pivotal moment. But, I guess serving in a time of war makes you count your Blessings a little more carefully.
So, when it came time to teach my guys about your son and his moment, I did my absolute best to tell them all I had learned about Jared and his devotion to his men, and his heroic efforts that day.
Now, your son has become an inspiration to my Soldiers and me. We're all better because of him.
I believe a little of him will live-on within each of them.

Dear Monti Family,

You may not Remeber me but I junior high with Jared. I was away when I heard the news of his passing and could not attend the wake and funeral. I always remember Jared as someone who was the most well liked person and a great Human Being as well.
He was someone that I am proud to have known, and My Family sends their deepest Condolances to Paul Tim Nicole and the entire Monti Family. Sincerely,

Brett Sharon and Neil Joseph

Raynham, Ma
Brett, Sharon, and Neil Joseph.

I did not know Jared, I just heard about him being awarded the medal of honor. He is a HERO, I will never forget him.

I have had a long life and many wonderful experiences because of a guy like your son who saved me in Viet Nam. I would not have had two wonderful daughters and a life if he hadn't gone above and beyond . There is no way to compensate you for lyour loss, it is huge, but as Americans were are in this thing together, and as men we are to defend our women and children and your son did just th at. Thank you from me and my children and all the people I have been able to help since then as a way of paying some one else back. Thanks and God Will Bless You