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This obituary was originally published in the East Valley Tribune.
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Russ Johnson
September 25, 2024
I miss you brother
Charlie Gili
June 27, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let your family and friends know that we are sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Caleb Paul Christopher US Army Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Amber
December 13, 2017
I hardly knew Caleb, but the impression he made was a lasting one. I still think of him and remember his kindness. I cannot believe a decade has passed since he left this world. My heart still breaks for the loss his family has endured.
Caleb, you may not be here among us in person, but you can take comfort that in every remembrance and every thought on your kind spirit, you still live. You will never be forgotten.
Thank you for your sacrifice.
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Jeremiah Christopher
June 20, 2015
8 years brother, you're always with me but your still 25 in my mind, I think what hurts the most is not know what/who you would be like today. I love you lil bro! See you soon
June 5, 2013
Gods blessings on the loved ones of Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher. Our thoughts and prayers are with you often.
Mark & Valerie Herd
Peggy Childers
June 3, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher:
It has truly been my honor to sign Caleb's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Caleb will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Uncle Pete
June 3, 2013
Thinking of you today. God bless.
Dad (Jere), Moriah, and Me (Morgan) Mud Run 2013
Morgan Christopher
April 28, 2013
Thinking about you today and everyday Uncle Caleb. Miss you so much, there are so many things I wish I could talk to you about. I know you are busy keeping watch over our family and let me tell you there is nothing like having a soldier as your guardian angel. Love you!
Rebecca Cadro
February 3, 2013
Not a day goes by that you are not in my heart... you made me who I am today and I never regret leaving everything I knew to move to California. We shared one entire year together each day waking up next to you by my side. Then you left for the 8 months that you were overseas. June 3 2007 a part of me died with you. You are my soul mate and best friend. I was very lucky to have found you and share that small period of time with you. You loved me until the day you took your last breath and I will love you until my last breath. I Love you Caleb, Forever and Always. You may have left this earth but you will never leave my heart.
Mike and Diane
December 22, 2012
We love you and miss you so much. You will always be in our hearts.
July 22, 2012
Thinking of and remembering Caleb Christopher.
Peggy Childers
June 3, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher:
Always remembering Caleb. "Some gave all."
Erika Baker
November 11, 2011
You are missed by many Caleb. Thinking of you today and always.
Deonna Hollis
June 3, 2011
Wow, another year has came a gone. Doesn't seem like it has been four years already. I hope that your family is doing well and that they know how much you were loved by everyone who ever met you. You are missed and will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my dear friend. You will always be my hero! Much Love,
Peggy Childers
June 3, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher:
Please accept my remembrance of Caleb on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
You are still the love of my life.. i love you mooshy
January 10, 2011
Caleb and I with our old neighbors
January 3, 2011
Trevor Foss
January 3, 2011
Caleb I miss you a ton Brother!
Sarah Simmons
November 15, 2010
I miss you so much brother! Not a day goes by that I don't think of you, you are my hero. I love you.
Deonna Hollis
June 4, 2010
Caleb, its hard to believe that another year has passed. I still remember the first time we met and hung out as friends. Your smile and your laugh could light up the darkest of rooms. I have missed our talks for some time now and only wish that we could have hung out more. You will always be in my heart and on my mind, not only for the sacrifices that you made, but for the person that you were. You are one of the reasons I joined the military and no matter what, you will always be my hero. I feel better knowing that there is someone like you up there smiling down on all of us. Love your way and to your family.
Love always,
Deonna
Jenny Christopher
June 3, 2010
Caleb, we live each day of our life in tribute to you, your sacrafices and the gift of freedom we have because of you and millions of other soldiers who have lived and fought for our freedoms in recent days, years and decades and decades ago. We miss you SOOO Much and though time has passed your memory is still as fresh in our mind and hearts as the days when you played video games in our living room, ate licorice and taquitos, played scrabble and swam in our pool. Sending our hugs and love your way always. From your family in AZ.
Peggy Childers
June 3, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher:
Remembering Caleb 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
June 2, 2010
Our thoughts are with you on this memorial weekend and especially tomorrow June 3rd. We'll never forget you, ever.
Love, Uncle Pete and Aunt Gail
Marissa Sanderson
May 15, 2010
You are going to be an Uncle again! A little brother is going to be a new journey for all of us girls. Pick a good one for us ;] I know he will be a tough Christopher! Lexi will be 7 and is growing up so fast. Tara is almost 18 and getting more beautiful every day. I supposed I am understanding what life really is. We all miss you so very much. I think of you everyday... I love you Uncle Caleb!!!
Valerie/Mark Herd
February 14, 2010
To the family of Sgt. Caleb Christopher: While watching the Olympics tonight my thoughts went to our soldiers over seas and then to Caleb and Mathew Maupin. We will never forget our fallen heroes and the ultimate sacrifice of their family. Our thoughts are with you often. We will keep the memory of their service to this country alive.
Brian Portwine
August 5, 2009
Sgt. Christopher,
It wan an honor to be in your platoon. Your memory and legacy lives on through the example you set for us. Rest in Peace Brother.
Peggy Childers
June 3, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher:
Caleb 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
Kara Auld
May 23, 2009
Right now I am working during the Memorial day weekend. I am flying on a aircraft about four times a day. Having all types of passengers on board. Many are service members past and present. Uniform or no uniform, hat or no hat, pin or no pin. At least once a day I have someone of service on board. I have to say we always try to say somehing in honor of our current servicemen and woman and the fallen- "May they never be forgotten!" Your picture Caleb has been posted in our lounge since last year at this time. (I asked Jere if it was ok!) I see your face and the faces of other soliders on that board. I miss you!!! You were so quiet when you were little. I met you when you were seven or so. You looked so cute at Jere and Kristi's wedding. I also see that picture every time I'm at my parents place. I believe that was the last time I saw you it was in my mom's kitchen. I remember it vividly. I was so impressed at how big you had gotten. Not quiet but a solider in the U.S. ARMY! I am very proud of you and wish you were here so we could have gotten closer. Talk MUSIC! You are a "SIMPLE MAN" that song I will always remember you by! I love you and your family very much. I will try to take the best care of them and look out for them. We will miss you at Sarah's wedding. She's got a good guy and you would approve :) But hey you will be THERE - always in our HEARTS! Say hi to Christie for us and give her a big hug. Love, (your sister in law by mariage) Kara Auld
Southwest Flight Attendant
Jeremiah Christopher
May 13, 2009
I think about you often and have added to the rhyme that I made for you when you were little. Caleb Paul is a ball that I roll down the hall and squash on the wall, but some day will be "tall". E-jay and I always knew you would be taller than us, we just didn't realize by how much! I love you little bro!
Kathy Rehbein
March 20, 2009
I still miss you and think of you with fond memories.
Love,
Aunt Kathy
Deonna Hollis
February 3, 2009
I had the honor to meet Caleb back in 2004 when he came home from Iraq the first time, I was dating one of his friends at the time... He was a great man and a great friend. I miss him greatly and hope that his family is doing well. I was in Basic training for the Army when I found out that he had been KIA, it broke my heart to find this news out. I dedicate my military career to him, I strive to do better because of people/soldiers like him. I'm currently deployed overseas and I think about the good friend that I lost on this foreign land and I think of ways to keep him alive by doing my mission well. Love and miss you Caleb, Heaven is definitely a better place since you got there and I know that you are watching over everyone that you knew and loved. If any of Caleb's family or friends need anything, please don't hesitate to ask me. He meant alot to so many people and is truly missed.
With deepest sympathy,
Deonna Hollis
Teoc, Mississippi
Currently serving in Kuwait (US Army Reserves)
Jeremiah Christopher
January 8, 2009
"Caleb Paul is a ball I roll down the hall and squash on the wall" . I miss you and will always love you little Bro!
Kenna Larra
January 8, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - 100% free.
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Justin Smith
November 10, 2008
Dear Caleb Christopher family,
You should be proud of the man that you raised for serving our country.
Jessie Anderson
July 20, 2008
I didn't know SGT Christopher but someone I know was friends with him...
May God bless your family and all your friends. You paid the ultimate sacrifice in name of your freedom. Thank you. You won't be forgotten
PV2 Anderson
Edwin Ramos
July 15, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers. Thanks for being a great friend.
June 28, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Christopher!
In Memory of Caleb ~ (Debra Estep)
June 3, 2008
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 Caleb, but I am remembering
his service. 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 –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Uncle Pete
May 21, 2008
Caleb,
It's been nearly a year now since that quiet day you made your last flight home. I still choke up when I think about the sacrifice you made for your family, loved ones, and country.
I hope in time, the heartache I feel will subside, but I'll never forget about you.
Say hi to your Mom & Grandpa.
We're going to miss you at the lake on the 4th of July. Hopefully Sarah will be there again this year.
Uncle Chuck's wife Terri is back over there again, along with one of her daughters. Please watch over them as best as you can.
Amber Gaddis
April 7, 2008
He was recruiting in California and one of the schools he was recruiting for was Corona High School. I was a senior there and I would go eat lunch with him oftin just because I thought he was such a wonderful person. He came to watch me sing a solo and the Christmas solo concert cause I asked him to, and it meant a lot to me cause I didn't think he would come. I am deeply sorry to hear that he is no longer with us anymore. He would have made a great husband to the woman he was with and I know that he loved her very much. Most of my pain and sympathies go to her and I will pray for her and her broken heart in losing such a great man and a wonderful person. He had a great purpose in life and I truly believe he was a hero.
Jack Barz
March 7, 2008
To the family of Caleb Christopher: There is nothing I could ever do in my lifetime that would live up to the sacrifice and heroism your son, brother, uncle, etc. gave to protect the rest of us in this great country. I only hope and pray you think of your hero as that and help everyone you have a contact with understand why what he did is so important to the rest of us. God bless you and all the other families you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. I hope you have the strength, love, and support of eachother to get through this. May god bless you and once again, THANK YOU CALEB FOR YOUR ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
Nellie Letizio
January 6, 2008
Hey,
Thanks for everything. You really helped me when i was doubtful about the army. We will all miss you. Thanks for serving our country.
wayne mccarthy
September 20, 2007
we will aslways remember you buddy
Rory Robinson
September 14, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your loss but forever grateful for people like Caleb. Whatever I say and whatever I do is insufficient to portray the respect I have for Caleb and his family. May God be with you always.
August 17, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Christopher and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
August 8, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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 (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Gloria Schultz (aka Vasquez)
July 14, 2007
I'm so sorry for the Christopher family. I can't even imagine your pain. America appreciates Caleb.
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 10, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Sarah Christopher
July 9, 2007
My "little" brother-
I am so sad that you are not here, that I will not get to see you again, and that you will not get the future you were planning. Thank you for being such a great big bro. You and me we were a team when we were young, even though I was annoying most of the time. You are always in my heart and I will tell my children one day many great stories about their Uncle Caleb, I will not let you and your sacrifice be forgotten.
-Caleb Paul is a ball we roll down the hall and squash on the wall-
I love you brother
your little sis
David Tannehill
July 9, 2007
I did not know this fine soldier but I do know that he was a hero to you and all of us. I pray that God will give comfort to his family through this very sad time and I want you to know that there are others of us who know how you feel. When I lost Jared it was devastating but each day with God's comfort and the comfort of others I am making it. May God bless you all.
Korynn Neil
July 9, 2007
To the Christopher family & friends,
I'm so sorry to hear the sad news of Caleb. Please know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I will always have the highest respect and honor for Caleb and the admirable profession he chose. Please let me know if there's anything I can do...
Francisco & Rebecca Fematt
June 26, 2007
Caleb,
Thank you for your great service to this country in a time when so few people are willing to serve this great nation, you made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for coming into mine and my family's life. You are a great friend and we will see you soon.
Tom Gugliuzza
June 22, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Christopher family in the loss of Caleb. I did not know Caleb, 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. Caleb 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~
Ronn Massie
June 20, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Caleb.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Caleb for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Nyra Vasquez
June 20, 2007
Eddie, E-Jay, Jere, and Sarah
I was at the church today and saw this on Dina's desk. I am so sorry to hear this news. Take care and God Bless
Nyra & Freddie
An American
June 19, 2007
"...Nor shall your glory be forgot,
while Fame her record keeps,
or Honor points to the hallowed spot
where valor proudly sleeps..."
~Theodore O'Hara~
"They shall grow not old,
as we that are left grow old;
age shall not weary them,
nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun
and in the morning,
We will remember them."
"For the Fallen" September 1914
~R.L. Binyon~
"...Comrade true, born anew, peace to you. Your soul shall be where the heros are and your memory shine like the morning star..."
~Sgt Joyce Kilmer~
KIA Ourcq, France
July 30, 1918
Cory and Mary Orvik
June 18, 2007
We can't imagine what you have been going through since being notified of the death of your young Warrior. The Military and families all over the USA and world are grieving with you and praying for you. What a very brave individual you have in your family that would give up a life for their homeland and its people so they can remain free. Your Freedom Fighter has served the Country above and beyond the call of duty, let no one ever tell you different. With the mission now completed your Warrior has been redeployed to Heaven to sit on the right hand of the Supreme Commander and Chief. The Father above has Caleb in his arms and will give him peace as well as eventually easing your pain and suffering. God speed to you and Sgt. Caleb P. Christopher, our HERO. We are so proud of them that are willing to sacrifice for this great Nation, THANK YOU.
Army Retired
Janice D
June 18, 2007
As a mother of a soldier AND a wrestler, I send you my prayers and share in your grief. I KNOW that your wrestling family is there for you, and that the memories you made with him and with them will last you the rest of your life. May Jesus hold you in His arms and surround you with His love...
Juan Canez
June 18, 2007
I send my regards to you in your time of need and know you are all in my prayers.
SSG Canez
Suzette Lambert
June 18, 2007
To the brave family of Caleb P. Christopher, a true American Hero.
I cannot begin to imagine the grief you are enduring. Rebbecca, you never had the chance to walk down that aisle but you do have a true and forever lasting love that will live within you. I am a sister of The Tactical Training Sargent for S.W.A.T. I have prayed for more than 18 years now that my brother will return home from his shifts, and all the times he is called out because he is needed. I know that God is with him, yet it is a natural feeling to be uncertain and afraid when you hear the evening news. All of you must be very proud of Caleb, and his death was a loss to our country that he served with great courage and strength. Your family will be in my prayers.I am eternally grateful for the service of Caleb Paul Christopher.
Sherry Gamble
June 17, 2007
May god bless you in your time of pain. Know that there are many Americans who will never for get the sacrifice your beautiful son has made.
Thank you, Caleb.
karen welch
June 17, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
June 17, 2007
Rest in peace.
James Walker
June 16, 2007
To the Family of a fallen hero,
My prayers are with you at a time like this. I too lost my son in this war. He was 21 yrs old and was Lance Corporal Jeffrey Davis Walker. He was kia on the 14th of May in Irac of this yr also. It is so hard to believe he is gone but I keep saying to myself that he has a new job. That is standing guard with our heavenly father and welcoming our boys that have fallen for such bravery and honor positions. They were fighting for our freedom and they will never be forgotton!! SEMPER FI
Richard Eikenburg
June 15, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the dear family of this fallen American HERO. Caleb gave his life for what he believed in....FREEDOM. Thank you Caleb for your sacrifice. May God give the family the strength you need in the days and years ahead.
Maria Daehn
June 15, 2007
With my heartfelt sympathy I hold you in my prayers.
June 14, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Sarah Hobrock Popovich
June 14, 2007
It is because of the sacarifces of men like Caleb that we all are blessed to live in such a wonderful country. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Carmela Acampora
June 13, 2007
To the Family and Friends of Caleb:
When you look to the sky and you see all those twinkling stars, know that one is Caleb smiling down on you, watching over you, and resting in the arms of God.
God be with you all,
A friend of Roy and Yasmine Kidwell,
mary watson
June 13, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. May
God give you peace during this most tragic time in your life and surround you with wonderful friends and family.
God Bless you
Mary Watson
Moore Family
June 13, 2007
Eddie Christopher & Family,
Our family sends out deepest simpathy, we want you to know how grateful we are for your family and the sacrifice Caleb made. He will always be in our heart. We are proud to know you and able to be your friend.
Patricia Shoukry
June 13, 2007
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Caleb Paul Christopher. My heart aches for you, and you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that the deep hurt you feel can be in some part be eased by the feeling of great pride for Caleb’s’ valor and deep sense of patriotism. He will always be remembered as an American Hero by my family and we will never forget the great sacrifice made by your family.
In spite of all that happened here in New York City that dark Tuesday morning nearly six years ago, millions continue to live and work here without fear, because of our awesome U.S. Military. We still stand tall and proud here today, thanks to wonderful people such as your Caleb.
To Caleb I would say you have made the ultimate sacrifice and did so willingly and without hesitation. Thank you so very much for defending my freedoms. It means so much to me, to the people of NYC and to the entire nation. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice in the service of the country that I love so very much.
John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
May God be with you until we all meet a Jesus’ feet.
Most Sincerely,
Pat – NYC (6 miles from “Ground Zero”)
Jessica Nix
June 13, 2007
To the Christopher family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Caleb, and the pain and grief you are feeling. I pray that God will comfort you and bring you peace, eventually.
Love Jessica Nix
Judy Eames
June 13, 2007
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss and grief. Reading about Caleb and seeing his pictures has brought him alive for me and, I'm sure, for many others who hadn't had the privilege of meeting him. May the love and support of others bring you comfort, and please know that Caleb will not be forgotten.
Kelly and Cheryl McCaw
June 12, 2007
We will always remember Caleb as a bright young man who always knew what was good in life, how to treat others with respect and caring and then never did less than his best. We will miss you Caleb.
Reba Webster Hollingsworth
June 12, 2007
Words cannot express the pain of the loss of a precious child, husband, or father and there is no greater sacrifice than your family has made today. We did not have the privilege of knowing Caleb personally, but on behalf of the Webster-Hollingsworth family and as the Founder of Military Support Online Network (Mil-SON), I offer you our deepest sympathy along with our utmost respect and heartfelt gratitude for the precious gift Caleb so honorably gave to serve and protect you, his loved ones, and his country! Although your hearts are broken, we hope you find some small measure of peace and comfort in the knowledge that God only takes the best and there is none better than a Warrior in the United States Military! We are told in Psalms 34:18 that “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” We pray now that God will encircle you with the comfort of his presence and uphold you in the days to come with His righteous right hand! As members of your extended Military family, we gather around you today in spirit to remember Caleb.
Shanon
June 12, 2007
Dear Eddie, Becca, E-Jay, Sarah, Mr. and Mrs. Christopher, Chris, and other family members who are missing Caleb; there are so many of you I am sure...cousins, nephews, neices, and friends who are surely feeling the loneliness of Caleb's passing. I can only imagine the emptiness in your hearts today as you buried Caleb with military honors.
I understand that Caleb was a good son, boyfriend, brother, nephew, and uncle. My girlfriend spoke well of him, and her children feel sad they won't get a chance to know him better now that he is gone. It is sad the next generation will not get a chance to get to know him as some of you did. I am confident he made Arizona a better place to live, and that his efforts made a significant step in helping people in Iraq fight for their civil rights. That in an of itself says a lot about Caleb's belief system; he put his life on the line, and did so knowing there was a possibility he might not make it home to see you all again. I hear he committed himself to 3 tours, and he extended his trip at the last minute, and as such didn't make it home. It seems he wanted to accomplish one more thing while he was there. I suppose we can only hope that this was in God's plan, though it seems so unfair to lose him at such an unbearable young age; I can't imagine your pain, but I cry for your loss. The fact he enrolled in the Army and that you supported his job, best anyone can during a time of war...well, it tells people all over the world that there are families like yours who praise freedom. Fathers, fiances, and siblings who, despite being scared, want their loved one to do something that they believe in - even when they know that job will place someone they love in harms way. The Christophers are an amazing family to give that kind of support. Cherish unconditional love each day. May all the prayers and love help get each of you to a place where you can smile and laugh again - just as I imagine Caleb might have wanted you each to do. I have no doubt that his mother wrapped her arms around him when he arrived in heaven, and he was greeted by so many before him who love and respect him, including my own father who was an Army WWII instructor pilot.
Caleb is missed here, but he is loved and well where he is now. His joy is endless. May he continue to protect you, to love you, to guide each of you from heaven. I hope you will always feel his arms around you, hear his voice when you feel sorrow, feel his warmth and presence when you are sitting quietly; that his him, wanting you to know he is O.K. and that he will never truly leave you. To Becca, there are no words. To have loved him, and be loved by him, for any length of time must have been very special; you have my love and sympathy.
Debra Cappel
June 12, 2007
to the family of Caleb:
It is with sincere sadness that I extend my deepest sympathy for your loss. The American soldier is our greatest hero, both in the past and for our future. Protecting the ideals of freedom, the American soldier stands arm to arm with his brothers and sisters to ensure that our children and our grandchildren and their future children will be able to live in democracy. No greater love hath a man than to lay down his life to protect another. Heaven holds a very revered place of honor for Caleb, and I know he and his mother are watching over all of you. May the loving memories of Caleb bring you comfort, and may Caleb rest forever in the loving embrace of God.
Caleb, we honor your courage, your valor and your honor, and will NEVER forget you or the sacrfice you made on behalf of the citizens of the UNITED STATES of AMERICA.
Rest in peace soldier.
Carla Branton
June 12, 2007
Our hearts are filled with much
Symapthy, and we will never forget
this hero.
Barbara Porter
June 12, 2007
As a Marine mom, each time we suffer a loss, a piece of my heart goes with them. Dear family and friends, I pray God will wrap you in His loving arms and comfort you in the days ahead.
Thank you, Caleb, for your service to our country.
Jessi La Gasse
June 12, 2007
You will always be a HERO.
In my heart and never forgotton.
Alexandra Jacobs
June 12, 2007
I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Caleb on a few different occassions. He will truly be missed and he made the ultimate sacrifice by defending his country. He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless!
Tim & Debbie Weinberg & family
June 12, 2007
There are no words to express how sad we all were when we got the news about Caleb.Our hearts and our deepest sympathies go out to you all.Caleb was one of our countries finest HEROS and he will be deeply missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sarah,Becca and Christopher Family.
Rebekah Lopez
June 12, 2007
I didnt know Caleb, but I know alot of our guys who are out there in iraq right now fighting and I pray for all of their safty. I pray God be with you all during this time of heartach and sorrow. I also wanna say thank you to Caleb for Serving this country in our military. He really is a Hero to be remembered!
Love and prayers,
Rebekah Lopez
Michael Crann
June 12, 2007
I am so very sorry for your families loss. May the Lord wrap you in his everlasting arms and may the memories of your time with Caleb and the pride that you must feel for what he has done for ALL OF US carry you through this time of grief. In Jesus' Name,
Michael and Diane Crann
Amanda Bartine
June 12, 2007
Thank you Caleb, for so honorably serving our country. I haven’t seen you since high school and I’m so sorry to learn how abruptly your young life has ended. Your fiancé, family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. God is surely with them in this time of great sadness.
Lakeisha Cowart
June 11, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Cowart Family (Corona Ca Recruiting Station)
Colleen,Antoine,Kysa & Alexis Smith
June 11, 2007
Words can not express the gratitude we feel for all you have done by serving in the Military and fighting for all of us Caleb, Thank you.Our prayers are with your family, God Bless.
Kelly Hobrock
June 11, 2007
Thank you Caleb for your great service to our country. You will be missed. I will never forget our childhood memories. You were always the unspoken hero. God bless and Godspeed.
Love Kelly, Mark, Victoria and Olivia.
Dianna
June 11, 2007
Thank you for serving our country.I was very sad when I seen your obituary this sunday.Even though I do not know you personally,I feel such deep sorrow for your family and such frustration in your death.We appreciate your service and know that that you are at peace with our lord.
Ann Greenberg
June 11, 2007
Eddie, Jere, E-Jay, and Sarah - I am so terribly sorry about your loss of Caleb. I have such fun memories of him and Sarah and my two kids growing up at church together, especially the rides to and from Mingus. Please know that all of you are in my prayers daily. Please do not hesitate to call if there is anything I can do, or if you just need to talk. God Bless you all with his love and peace - Ann
Rob & Maria Martens
June 11, 2007
May God comfort the loved ones of this fine young American.
Proud Parents of
HN Robert Nathaniel Martens (FMF), USN
3/6 India, 2nd Mar Div
Killed September 06, 2005 in Al Qaim, Iraq
Gary
June 11, 2007
Our sincere condolences go out to your family, friends, and your fiance. Thank you for defending our freedoms and making it possible for others to enjoy liberty.
Gail Dent
June 11, 2007
May you find Peace knowing your son is watching over all of you. peace be with you all. love Gail Dent ,Wms. AZ, * we have 3 in uniform now, 2 going back to Iraq soon.
Carol Cline
June 10, 2007
Sgt. Caleb Christopher & Family:
Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
Dennis Sheppard
June 10, 2007
My deepest sympathies to you all on the loss of your hero. My son is also a 1-8 Cav soldier and I know the loss is felt by all of them as well. May you find comfort in your memories, and may we all realize the debt we owe to you, your soldier, all of the fallen, and all those left to soldier on.
Cynthia Morris
June 10, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chris Pelletier
June 10, 2007
God Bless You.
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