Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia
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Beth Durham-Gillett
June 2, 2014
His strength, bravery and courage will never be forgotten. Always keeping his family in our prayers. Blue Star Mothers of America - Houston Chapter
Peggy Childers
June 26, 2013
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia:
Always remembering Edgar. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
June 26, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia:
Please accept my remembrance of Edgar on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 26, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia:
Remembering Edgar on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
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Peggy Childers
July 4, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia:
Edgar 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
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Debbi
May 28, 2009
Edgar, It's been a year and much has gone on in the life of your family and friends and yet I want you to know that you will never be forgotten. I hope to stay in touch with your family and when and if they would like to come to our online support group we are there to help along the way. May you rest in peace and tell my son Buck "hi" & that I love and miss him much.
God bless and always with be with your family.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In Memory of My son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra Iraq
CO-A 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne
david l
May 25, 2009
Heredia, we all miss you. Thank you so much for putting your life on the line to protect us from harm.
Kenna Larra
December 18, 2008
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Gary Allain
August 22, 2008
Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia
you are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever
debbi
August 9, 2008
To the family and parents of Edgar I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.
com/
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
Stephanie Rafoss
August 7, 2008
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
PO3 Posada, USN
August 3, 2008
Mis mas siceras condolencias a la familia Heredia, En los recuentos de los Danos, su perdida es inmensa, La tristesa Y fustracion para nosotros aqui en Farah, Fue Grande, Rindiendole los Honores Y saludos A un Heroe como El y el servirle en ese dia tan dificil, fue un Honor Y privilegio, Sentimos profundamente su perdida, sea el poder de Dios que les de la fuerza y comfomidad.
Hasta Pronto Edgar!!!
Ken & Diana Ross
July 30, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Heredia,
Eddie was the friend and house mate of our sons Sgt.Mark Smykowski (KIA IRAQ 6/6/06) and Cpl. Kenny Smykowski. We had the opportunity to meet Eddy on several occasions and he was a fine young man. To us he will always be a hero.
We continue to pray for you.
Laura Martinez
July 30, 2008
Mrs. Rosie and Family,
We little knew that morning that god
Was going to call Eddie’s name.
In life you loved him dearly
In death you do the same.
It broke your hearts to loose him,
The day god called him home.
He left you peaceful memories,
His love is till your guide,
And though you cannot see him,
He is always at your side.
Your family chain is broken
And nothing seems the same,
But as god calls you one by one
The chain will link again.
To loose a loved one is one of the
Most difficult things one has to overcome…
In Memory of Edgar ~ (Debra Estep)
July 29, 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 Edgar, 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
En verdad... único e inolvidable
July 28, 2008
July 23, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Heredia and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him. May God bless all of you!
July 23, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Heredia!
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 22, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Heredia family and friends in the loss of Edgar. I did not know Edgar, 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. Edgar 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~
Olga Ochoa
July 21, 2008
Rosie: Cuando llueve se dice que es porque los angeles lloran cuando un ser hermoso deja este mundo... Pero despues viene la calma y el calor abrazador dejandonos saber que ese ser querido esta entre nosotros... Eddie estara contigo siempre... Dios te ama...
ROSA A Lopez
July 18, 2008
Rosie,
I want you to know how sorry I am for your loss, of course nothing I say or do will fill the emptiness in your heart but as long as you keep wonderful memories of him he will always live forever and ever......as he walks beside God going through his journey....God is happy to let you know he will reunite with you and his love ones once again, but until then God wants you to know he is very much in peace and not alone and he is very much loved because he is God's son. My prayers to you and your family, we love you Rosie.
Your friend, Rosie Lopez
olga Ortega
July 18, 2008
Querida Rosie, como madre que soy, siento tu dolor muy profundo y me puede de todo corazon que hayas perdido a tu hermoso y valiente hijo. Me pongo en tu lugar y lloro porque yo tambien tengo a mis hijos y los adoro. Que Dios te fortalezca y te bendiga para seguir adelante. Te quiero mucho y te he hechado mucho de menos. Tu amiga siempre,
Rose Rodriguez
July 17, 2008
Rosie, may Our Father grant you the peace, strength and wisdom you need to endure this painful time in you life.
Your son, Eddie, was a worrier. He gave up so much, so that others could have a better life. He had sleepless nights and had very hot days, just to protect others. He gave up family time, for others. He gave love for others and at the end he gave up his life to better mankind.
Thinking back on the day I was Blessed to tell him " thank you for all that you are doing,for serving our country" and hearing his Worrier voice reply " you are welcome" makes be believe he was proud of the job he was doing.
Letty Vargas
July 17, 2008
Familia Heredia: Reciban nuestro mas sentido pesame. Pidiendole a Dios Nuestro Senor les de la fuerza y la resignacion por tan grande perdida de su hijo Edgar. Un Heroe el cual nunca sera olvidado y siempre estara en nuestros corazones. Dios los bendiga. Con mucho carino
Familia Vargas
Sarah Ware
July 17, 2008
Eddie, you live on in our hearts always. It was an honor to have known you. Not a day goes by that I don't think of your smile.
wallace tinnin
July 14, 2008
god bless your son god bless the special operations
wallace w tinnin/recon marine
Janice Oswald
July 13, 2008
To the family and friends of fallen hero SSG Heredia...I am so sorry for your great loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
BEVERLY MONTGOMERY
July 11, 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
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08 (KIA)
Gary Tolle
July 10, 2008
Edgar, I just wanted to say thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation, a nation in mourning for our fallen hero’s. You like so many other soldiers chose to serve our nation when needed most and with your life you protected the very core of what America stands for. My nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward also made that sacrifice on 5/6/2008 when he was killed in action in Iraq. As I mourn for my nephew I mourn for you and so many other brave soldiers and know that you all will forever be in my thoughts and prayers, we as a nation will never forget you. I stand tall and salute you Edgar and from the bottom of my heart I thank you for the nights we at home could sleep without fear and know that we are safe. To the Heredia family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Edgar and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. Please accept my heart felt condolences and my prayer that god help you cope with this tragic loss and may the memories of your HERO carry you through each day. From one Gold Star family to another!
Suzanne MacDaniel
July 10, 2008
To the Heredia family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Edgars' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M.Fisher
G. E. Ortiz
July 9, 2008
To the Mother and family of Edgar, my deepest sympathy. Thank you.
kathi poppert
July 9, 2008
Edgar, I want to thank you for the sacrifice you made for our freedom, rest easy soldier you will never be forgotten. To Edgar's family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, God bless you all. we don't know each other but are forever joined as on may 6 2008 my nephew PFC Aaron J Ward at the age of 19 while serving in Iraq was also added to the long list of American Hero's who gave their life for our country's continued freedom. may God bless us all and protect the so many other soldiers still fighting. rest in peace Edgar, America loves you. proud Army Aunt
Renee Owens
July 8, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. The state of Texas mourns the loss of another of its sons. May God grant your family peace and strength. Semper Fi Edgar.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006
Valorie
July 8, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Garnet Jenkins
July 8, 2008
Please accept my Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy regarding the loss of Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia, with So Much Gratitude for your Fine Young Marine's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Edgar rest safely now, in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord be with the Heredia family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"And God shall 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 have passed away."
~ Revelations 21:4 ~
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Remember Edgar's Sacrifice.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Such a beautiful man.... I love and miss you so much!!!!
July 8, 2008
Don Elseroad
July 8, 2008
In recognition of Staff Sergeant Edgar Heredia's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
July 8, 2008
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SSgt Edgar Heredia our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Edgar. And to Edgar it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the Corps and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Edgar, you are a brave Marine Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,385 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Edgar’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
SHIRLEY DONEY
July 8, 2008
REST IN PEACE STAFF SGT. HEREDIA, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Gale Poindexter
July 8, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Staff Sgt Edgar Heredia. 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)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
Sandy Bonesteel
July 8, 2008
My condolences to the family of Staff Sgt. Edgar Heredia. May they know that there are many, many people grieving with them and that care very deeply about them.
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia SAR
July 7, 2008
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Staff Sergeant Heredia. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, (Col.) Robert Towns 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 ...!!!
July 7, 2008
“Lest I keep my complacent way, I must remember, somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?” Eleanor Roosevelt
May Heavenly Father bless you with peace and comfort and may you feel held in the prayers of a grateful nation.
In loving memory of our nephew
US Army Spec Philip Cody Ford
KIA Baghdad Iraq 12/10/2006
USN/AMEC Ron Baker and family
Jeannie Tolle
July 7, 2008
My deepest sympathies go out to the family of Edgar. I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and bless you. Rest in peace.
Graciela Avila
July 7, 2008
Rosy and Sam our thoughts and prayers go out to you it is never easy loosing a son or a brother, but we are here for you. May God Bless you always and give you the strength to go on.
Edgar even though we met you briefly at your Mom's house in El Paso, It was a pleasure and an honor.
THANK YOU FOR OUR FREEDOM AND FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE YOU MAD ON OUR BEHALFS
Priscy & Gracie from El Paso, Texas
Shelley H - Blue Star Mom
July 7, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SSG Edgar Heredia for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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