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Charlie Gili
November 26, 2017
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Stephen D. Hiller US Army Specialist. 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. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
December 23, 2015
Please be aware that Stephen has not been forgotten.
Jami
October 1, 2013
It's been almost 10 years!!!! Hard to believe you have been gone that long. Still think about you and the kids all the time. Always wonder how they are doing but know they are fine with an angel like you!!!! Miss ya!!!!
Tom Burriss
May 27, 2013
Miss you Brother!
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April 4, 2013
It's me again, moma. I talk to you all the time at home, but I feel I must write because I do not want anyone to forget the sweetness of you. I know if you were around you would have been facebook fanatic & your friends do remember. I sign off like we always did..... luv me 4ever moma
Peggy Childers
April 18, 2012
April 4, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Stephen D. Hiller:
Always remembering Stephen. "Some gave all."
Beth Hiller
April 4, 2012
Today another year has gone by. I look at your children and Ashleigh's and I can see you in them. Not just by resemblance but by actions. You might not have put your imprints on them personally but you come through them with their mannerism. Miss you so much. Love me forever Moma
RITA COPOUS
April 27, 2011
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
Ginger Mankowski
April 4, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Stephen D. Hiller:
Please accept our remembrance of Stephen on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ginger Mankowski/Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
March 19, 2011
To the family of Spc. Stephen D. Hiller:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
Peggy Childers
April 4, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Stephen D. Hiller:
Remembering Stephen 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
Beth Hiller
April 3, 2010
Tomorrow marks the 6th year that you left us and it is just as painful today as it was that dreadful morning when I was notified. I had always had a candle lit to remind you the light is on for you. I even have a candle on my cell phone for you. I'll sign as you have to me.
Love me forever, moma
randi hentschel
March 13, 2010
that was my uncle Dusty who died in the war and he wanted our lives to be free. but now they aren't an we hate it we want him back
Kenna Larra
October 27, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
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 and Respectfully,
Kenna
Lisa Swanzy (Sad yet THANKFUL American)
April 27, 2009
I have added some additional comments:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Thank you Spc. Hiller and family for your service and ultimate sacrifice. You will ALWAYS be an Alabama/American hero and WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!
With DEEP sympathy and MANY thanks to you and your family,
Peggy Childers
April 4, 2009
To the family of Spc. Stephen D. Hiller:
Stephen 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
Dusty the day he left for Iraq March of 2004
ashleigh hawkins-hentschel
August 27, 2008
stephen dustin hiller march 2004 the day he left for iraq.
R Collis
July 27, 2008
It is difficult to know what to say since I want to express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Spc Hiller. Please know that your loved one is not forgotten. I wish everyone impacted by this tragic loss strength and peace. I hope that Spc Hiller knew that there are people in America who respect his great courage in serving as a member of the US military. Although I did not know him, I know that he must have been a very special person to be willing to do something that most Americans will never have to experience, and for that we can never say thank you enough.
Thank you Spc Hiller!
Lisa Swanzy
June 16, 2008
I am SO VERY SORRY for the loss of your hero.
With deep sympathy,
Betty Frye
April 5, 2008
My deepest condolences to the family.May God comfort you in this time of indescribable pain and grief. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
~*Home*~
Debra Estep
April 4, 2008
To the family and friends of Stephen.
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
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 Stephen, but he is my hero. If you would like
a copy of the drawing I posted here, please contact me
and I will email that to you.
xo xo
Deb
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
www.remembering-the-fallen.blogspot.com
March 23, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Hiller!
Tom Gugliuzza
August 30, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Hiller family in the loss of Stephen. I did not know Stephen, 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. Stephen it has been three years since you were taken, please know that 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~
August 1, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 9, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Hiller and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Ashleigh Hawkins-Hentschel
May 23, 2007
This is your sister talking to you and today I would like to tell you how proud I am of you, for helping to keep this land free and safe so that Randi,Val,Drake,Hope,Storm,& Stephen can grow up knowing that you are part of the reason that they can run and play outside and be able to go and do whatever they want when they want to. We think of you on a daily basis and laugh at some of the things that we did as children growing up and praying and hoping that our children don't do half of what we did, so watch them and guide them to do the right thing and to try and stay out of trouble.(HAHAHAHAHA) Dusty I love you and miss you so much wish I could just see you and hug you one more time and I do beleive I would feel so much better some days. Love always your sister
Garnet Jenkins
April 4, 2007
The price Spc. Stephen D. Hiller and his loved ones have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten. Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Soldier.
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.
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers Stephen's sacrifice.
Treasure this hero Lord, in Your Garden of Rest,
for while here on earth, he was one of our best.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frankie Fuller
February 20, 2007
Beth, I am so sorry to here about Dusty. My dad and I had good memories when we went out for dinners with ya'll. Please take care and God bless you.
MSgt Roy Woods, USAF (Ret)
November 28, 2006
I am a Vietnam Veteran who understands your motivation to serve for I did the same with my life. We are comrades for eternity.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Misty Wilkerson
January 6, 2006
I'm am so sorry for the loss of your husband. Take care of yourself and your children.
William Welch Sr
December 15, 2005
I just wanted to say Thank you.
Lesley Hiller
September 5, 2005
You will always be remembered my love, and our kids will know who you are and what you did for us. Thank you for keeping me free and our babys , Storm and little Stephen Jr. look like a mirror image of you I wish you could hold them and smell them like i can, you will all ways live on in the hearts of all of us, i love you baby.
Lorna Corso
July 8, 2005
Thank you for giving your life so we can all be free here in the UNITED STATES. God bless your family
M. Hardgrave
July 5, 2005
Thank you for your service and for the selfless sacrifice you have made for your country. God bless you and your family.
American USA
July 5, 2005
I will remember all that you gave- Your baby will grown up knowing how giving you were and what you gave to us as AMERICAN's.
To the mother and wife of Spc Stephen D. Hiller I send you many blessings. Thank you for your BRAVE son and husband.
God Bless.
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