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Lorenzo Ponce Ruiz Obituary
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Charlie Gili
November 26, 2023
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We have recently sent Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Lorenzo Ponce Ruiz 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, our family, friends and many 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
Peggy Childers
October 12, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lorenzo Ponce Ruiz:
Please accept my remembrance of Lorenzo on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Lorenzo Ponce Ruiz:
Remembering Lorenzo 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
In Memory of Lorenzo ~ (Debra Estep)
October 12, 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 Lorenzo, 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
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Peggy Childers
October 5, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Lorenzo Ponce Ruiz:
Lorenzo 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
Sean Ladd
April 17, 2008
I did not know this brave soilder but was there when he paid the ultimate price. I carried him to the chopper and was completely moved by the whole thing. My heart goes out to the whole family.
August 19, 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 you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Garnet Jenkins
October 12, 2006
Paying tribute to Sgt. Lorenzo Ponce Ruiz, on this first anniversary of the day he lost his life, while serving our country, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his courage, service and dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Lorenzo rest, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Ruiz family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May the Peace of God and the memories of Lorenzo,
remain in your heart always and give you strength
through these difficult days.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Jessica G
June 26, 2006
Claudia, if you read this, please know that Rob and I are thinking of you. Lorezo was a great father and husband. It really breaks our hearts. Please know that we are still praying for your family. Tell "D" we love him, too!
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 31, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
sgt. andrew griffith
May 30, 2006
my uncle was a ranger in desert strom and he inspired me to become one and i understand how your family feels and the pain you felt when such a good man was taken out of the world. and i offer my greatest thoughts and condolences.
joseph Mitkus
May 21, 2006
To the Family of the greatest friend and man I have ever known it was a honor to serve with Lorenzo and I will always remember him as someone who put others before himself. I love you Ponce you were more than a friend you were my brother in arms from 1/13 to 24th trans. We started as privates together and worked our way up. And until the day we meet again. I will always keep you in my heart may you rest in peace. Forever J Mitkus
Mitchell Hogan
March 22, 2006
Platoon Misses you a Lot.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 25, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ponce Ruiz family in the loss of Lorenzo. I did not know Lorenzo, 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. You are a 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~
Jesus Padilla
October 25, 2005
Lorenzo... a great soccer player at Ysleta High, thats how I first remember him. We came to be friends through the rest of the soccer players; we had some good times. Then became family when he met and later married our cousin "Vero." A loving and caring dad, a family member that I will miss and always remember for his great personality and fun times we shared. My heart goes out to all family. We are here for each other and together we shall be strong.
Sondra Millman
October 23, 2005
To the Friends and Family of Lorenzo...
No matter how old or how young, one life lost, is one life too many. We are just getting our lives back in order after losing our beloved Granddaughter, A1C Elizabeth N. Jacobson, the First Female Security Forces Blue Beret, who lost her life in Iraq, 9-28-05. She is now guarding the gates in Heaven while waiting for Lorenzo, and we want you to know that he will not be forgotten and hope that you will be as proud of him for serving as we were of Elizabeth. Without our children this Country would not be what it is today, whether from the first War for freedom until today's wars, we give our lives so Freedom can be obtained. I wish it was different, but unfortunately, it is going to be someone's loved one. May G-d bless our troops, and hopefully, someday Freedom and Peace will reign, so they all can be brought home safely.
No matter what type of accident or act of war, a loss of a child or friend is very traumatic, I know that it isn't much consolation, I hope that you know that there are others that feel your pain.
Elizabeth's motto was "We're only on Earth for a little while, so live life to the fullest and carry a smile."
prayers to you all...
Aida Villela-Portillo
October 20, 2005
My prayers are with all of Lorenzo's family. I went to Ysleta High School with Lorenzo. I remember him because he played soccer and I played on the girl's soccer team. He was always a really nice guy! Now he is a heroe in my eyes! Thank you for everything you did for all of us living in this country because of you! May you rest in peace and may the Lord comfort your family. May God Bless You All!
Melissa Thigpen
October 18, 2005
Lorenzo, may you rest in peace knowing you are in the hands of our Lord and Savior. Claudia, may you and your son find peace and be STRONG. God be with you and the entire family. Claudia, if you need anything, don't hestitate to ask. My shoulders and my ears are always available to you! Much love and many prayers go up for all of you!
shawnee
October 17, 2005
May you rest in peace.
Haydee Rivera
October 17, 2005
My heart goes out to Lorenzo's family. He was a great person and friend. My prayers are with you now and always.
Melissa
October 16, 2005
Rest in Peace SGT Ruiz
Virginia Williams
October 16, 2005
May God bless you in a very special way, as He took a very special person from this world to be with Him. I thank God every day for men like your son who are willing to fight for our freedom and the freedom of oppressed nations. I know Lorenzo has made a difference in every life he has touched. God bless everyone in his family
Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they
protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they
perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus,
our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Jamie Graves
October 15, 2005
God Bless our military familes~You will be sadly missed~(Jamie,Navy wife)
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