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May Thi Kha, mother of Wai P Lwin
February 27, 2025
Remembering Our Beloved Son, Wai Phyo Lwin
March 2, 2025, marks 20 years since our son Wai Phyo Lwin´s passing. It´s hard to believe how quickly time has flown... Two decades have passed, yet not a day goes by without thinking of him. I can still see him at LaGuardia Airport, boarding his flight to his army base in Texas, turning to wave at us with that proud, beaming smile. I never imagined it would be the last time I´d see my beloved son. We love you so much, Thar Gyi. You will always be our hero!
To everyone who has shared remembrance notes on this page, our LWIN family deeply appreciates your love, kindness, and thoughtfulness.
S Lwin
November 24, 2024
From, Down Under, Not forgotten after all these years. Lest We Forget.
Myatmun Kha
February 1, 2023
Today, February 1st is your 45th Birthday if you are still alive..
We still miss you, my dearest nephew.
You are always in our hearts.
Charlie Gili
March 5, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Lwin 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 Wai P. Lwin US Army Specialist. We also place a flag in his honor each year on Memorial Day Weekend at our Field of Flags event, held under the Verrezano Bridge, next to Fort Hamilton and at each location where we conduct this memorial. 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 strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
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October 7, 2015
Son, it's been over 10 years and unexpectedly found the photo of yours on the page of The Kansas City Star. It makes me like yesterday again. We love you Tha...always and always.
Cindy
December 1, 2014
I have held on to the print-out I received of Wai's name since March of this year and have thought of him and your family often since calling out his name in our Circle of Remembrance with 'Wear Blue: Run to Remember' in Dupont, WA. I wanted to let you know my thoughts are with you and your family!
With Care,
Charlie Gili
April 14, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Lwin Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
March 6, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Wai P. Lwin:
It has truly been my honor to sign Wai'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 Wai will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
March 9, 2012
March 2, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Wai P. Lwin:
Always remembering Wai. "Some gave all."
Youyung Cho
March 13, 2011
"My brother Wai,
I know deep in my heart that you were welcomed in heaven in God's open arms! Thank you for all the memories and serving the country."
Youyung Cho
March 13, 2011
"My brother Wai,
I know deep in my heart that you were welcomed in heaven in God's open arms! Thank you for all the memories and serving the country."
Myo Thant
March 8, 2011
A brave and honest soldier that no one will ever forget.
jenny ko gyi
March 7, 2011
belated, but heartfelt, deb and alfred, and sweet memories too of him at the university avenue primary school, yangon. as one who has lost the two eldest of three nephews, i can understand the pain and sorrow, and the hollow in our hearts that has been there since their passing away.
love and fond memories
jenny
Yee Yee Htay
March 6, 2011
Dear Thargyi Wai Phyo.
Your image of making Oat meal for your father, with your neck tie putting over your shoulder, before you left for work, will never go away from my memory. I cannot forget your soft gentle smile.
Deborah yay, We'd just came back from a trip, I only see your email just this morning. My thoughts are with you .......
Peggy Childers
March 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Wai P. Lwin:
Please accept my remembrance of Wai on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Yi Yi Myint
March 2, 2011
The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God..
Tin Ohnmar Myo
March 2, 2011
I wouldn’t have known that there will be a brave and noble heart under your sweet and kind appearance. Thanks for your sacrifice brother Wai Phyo. We will never forget you whether it is 5th or 50th anniversary. Our prayers will be with Mama May Thi, Uncle, Yu and Khant, one sad but very proud family.
Wé Wé Naing
March 2, 2011
Dear MaMa May Thi & Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and my prayers on your irreplaceable loss. He made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of his country. He is our true hero.
Stay strong and GOD bless you and your family!
In friendship and Grief,
Lyn Aung Thet
March 2, 2011
Dear Bokesone, Ko Thein Zaw, Khant Phyo and Yu, On this 5th anniversary of Wai Phyo's death, we pay tribute to his memory and service to his country, and also honor your family's grief, sadness, and sacrifice. He is gone but will never be forgotten. From Lyn Aung and Ma Lay
Fred Wain
March 2, 2011
May-Thi, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
March 2, 2011
March 2, 2011
"HERO NEVER DIE"
Aung Koe
March 2, 2011
Dear Friend,
It was a hard time for you loosing both your beloved father and son same time. I deeply sorry for you and your family. But Wai P. Lwin will be a hero of the American and people of Iraq for ever and will be missed.
Win Tun
March 1, 2011
Aunty May,
Wai Phyo is rest in peace now,
I am proud of you being a MOM of hero.
Do your best for the rest of your life,then he will be the bright light to get enlightenment.
Katherine Holland
March 1, 2011
Dear May, I hope you and your family find peace in each other tomorrow. You honor your son's memory by being such a warm and caring person.
mie thant
March 1, 2011
ma ma ,
I will never forget the day of the funeral. I pray for him still to this day. Rest In Peace Wai P.Lwin
Mie Mie & soe naing
Win Aye
March 1, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
WENDY KHIN
March 1, 2011
REST IN PEACE WAI PHYO.
YOU LIVED WITH YOUR BELIEF UP TO THE
LAST MINUTE.
AUNTY WENDY AND FAMILY
Andrew Lee
March 1, 2011
Brother Wai... we miss you and BBQ and the concerts in NYC isn't the same w/o you around. We thank you & your family for your unselfishness and the sacrifice that you made so that we can live freely and safely. Indeed we are so grateful for your service and your generous dedication.
Dolly Ohn Chein
March 1, 2011
Dear Boak Soan I also have two sons and for some reason I have to leave them in Burma when they were only teenage even though they have now grown up alive and well it hurts so much for living apart. My thoughts will be with you tomorrow and will prey for him and the world to be peaceful for the rest of our lives. Love Dolly
Pinelawn National Cemetary, Long Island, NY
May Thi Kha
March 1, 2011
Dear all,
We appreciate your taking the time to write on our son's memorial page and we are eternally grateful to all of you. Although we don't know many of you, your messages are so meaningful to our family. We read them regularly and get courage and peace, and the strength to move forward.
Tomorrow, March 2nd 2011, will be the 6th year Anniversary of our son's passing but he is always in our hearts and will be forever. We love him dearly and miss him every day.
The Lwin family
Peggy Childers
March 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Wai P. Lwin:
Remembering Wai 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
Peggy Childers
March 3, 2009
To the family of Spc. Wai P. Lwin:
Wai 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
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
March 2, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the LWIN family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel is FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation...THANK..YOU....Respectfully....HO..YAAH......All Hard Chargers**If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are k.i.a. I will FOREVER reamber you**COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST**We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers.As we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are.FOREVER..BROTHERS...SEMPER..FI.......B.V.C.
Esther Kabalkin
September 23, 2007
To the family and friends,
I am so so very sorry for you loss. There are no words to express how hard this must be. I wanted to let you know about a memorial I am working on to honor the soldiers from the New York City Area. I am creating a quilt with a panel for each fallen soldier. I am trying to contact the families to invite them to create their loved one's panel. If you are interested please contact me at [email protected]
August 7, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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)
Garnet Jenkins
March 2, 2007
In Remembrance of Spc. Wai P. Lwin, on the 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid, they have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices". - PRESIDENT HARRY S. TRUMAN
I am sincerely hoping that 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.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
Daisy Patail
January 15, 2007
My heartfelt Condolence to Deborah and family for the lost of their beloved son.May he rest in peace.
Nyi Nyi Sett
December 27, 2006
Dear Family of Spc.Lwin,
Although i have never met you we all are thankful for the freedom. We will all pray for your family.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 17, 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 AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
May 5, 2006
though we never met,i am getting to know you day by day just what a great brother you were to khant and yuyu and just how devoted you were to your family.. your presence will always be known, your funny moments always mentioned at the dinner table, and most of all your kindness will be treasured forever in the hearts of those who love your dearly. -ELLEN C.- AKA WON MI
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 4, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Lwin family in the loss of Wai. I did not know Wai, 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. Wai it has been a year since you were taken. 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~
soe myat thu zar
November 25, 2005
i'm very sorrow for his dieath.i feel sadness and surprise.he is a nice man.i am very proud of him and his family.
kyaw soe lwin
November 11, 2005
ur hero of burmese people.we r always proud of u
Khant Phyo Lwin
September 24, 2005
My brother was a brave and proud man... As his younger brother i'v always looked up to him.. I truly believe his purpose on life has been fullfilled and departed on the day it was completed...As a person i am very proud of him...But as a brother i miss him dearly. I would also like to thank on behalf of my family to the people that supported my family in times of need. And that's one thing we won't ever forget. May he rest in peace and find peace and happiness in life after death.
May 27, 2005
You honorably gave the precious life to this great country. We will remember you forever. Thasu Thasu Thasu.
Cho Lwin,M.D.
Beloved son & brother
May 4, 2005
Michael Chung
April 29, 2005
Thank you for serving to protect this great country!
Susan Johnson
April 20, 2005
May God bless your family and bring them peace and comfort. Though I never knew you Spec. Lwin, I am humbled and eternally grateful for your selfless sacrifice for my freedom and the freedom of others. Thank you for you service courageous hero. You will never be forgotten brave soldier but instead will be remebered in the hearts and prayers of America forever. May you now find rest in God's loving embrace.
Maung Maung Thi
April 9, 2005
I`m very proud of you and my country.May god be with you.
Htun Gyaw
April 8, 2005
Wai was a son of my best friend Thein Zaw, who is a devoted Buddhist and love his family uncondictionally. Wai on the other hand was a sweet boy, very polite and quiet. I love him as my son. I am very proud of him but his sudden death was a tragic for every one who love him. I believe he will be in a good place
Htet Lin
March 27, 2005
May all of you find peace in your time of sorrow. Even for a deploying infantry soldier on the way to Iraq, it's been really hard to believe what happened.. With deepest sympathy...
PFC Lin, Htet ( 3rd SQD, 2nd PLT Brigate Combat Team) B-Co, 1st/115th Infantry, MDARNG. ( attached-48th BDE, Ft. Stewart, GA)
PFC Daniel Isaacson
March 26, 2005
Wai was like a brother to me when we met in the summer/fall of 2003 at the U.S Army Infantry School Ft. Benning GA. we had great times hanging out when we had a pass and getting to know each other. This untimely death comes at a great loss to his friends and family. Wai you will always be with me in spirit.
ROCK STEADY! C-119 Basic training Battalion! A-1-131 For Love Of Country. ILARNG
Aye Phyu Win
March 25, 2005
To My Childhood Friend,
You had left without a trace before
But this time you decided to leave forever
As we were growing up in different countries,
Didn't know how you'd grown to look like
What your hobbies were, or
What your favourite songs were
Whether we had something in common
And I wondered how it would be
If we had a chance to get to know each other better
Although all I have of you now is
Just the memory of your face from TTC school days
There's a place in my heart
Taken up by you
And you'll stay there, always,
My dear friend "Wai Phyo Lwin"
With love,
Kyaw Swar
March 18, 2005
My deepest sympathy to Wai Phyo's parents.
Even though I never knew your son, I flet for your great lost.
Nyan Win Aung
March 16, 2005
In 1991, I remembered that day that Ma Cho, MCC, printed out your name tag and name tags of your sister and brother. I asked her for what. She told me that they are for Ma Myat Mon Kha’s nephews and niece who went to US transit via BKK. I knew that you are in US.
In 2004, I was in Ma Myat Mon Kha’s house. I saw one US soldier photo. I asked her who is he. She told me that you are her nephew. He was in Iraq. I knew that you are in Iraq.
2005 onward
Nyi Lay Wai Pyho Lwi,
I have never seen you.
However, you are in my mind.
Nyi Lay,
RIP.
Nyan Win Aung
Jackson Heights, NY
Zin Zin Kyaw
March 16, 2005
Aunty Maythi,I felt very suprised to read this bad new. I found out it in the web by chance. I feel deep sympathy.
Su Mon Win
March 15, 2005
AMT..From my family to yours, I sign this book with great sadness. I will never forget the images from pictures to seeing you holding on to the US flag at your son's funeral; may god bless your beloved son! Please take care of yourself.
Andrew Lee
March 14, 2005
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Chit Ma Ma, KTZ and the entire family. He was a great guy who always willing to lend a hand to others and smile of the father but the personality of Ma Ma.
We will always remember his laughs and his kindness and how much fun we had in NYC for concert rehearsal or just jamming session. The laughs that we share at KZM or KZN house during out group gathering. Cooking BBQ at ZM’s house will not be the same without you my brother…
Andrew & Swe
Khin Swe Thit
March 14, 2005
Ma May Thi, Ko Thein Zaw and Family,
We are really sorry for the lost of Wai Phyo and we have also feel a same pain and sadness as he had grown up right in front of my sight. I still remember how he used to play with other children in your University Avenue house and how much your dad loved him. We feel as a lost of our own family member too. I can't express my sorrow for you ma maythi.
sorry and with love,
Khin Swe Thit and family
P o07
March 13, 2005
My prayers go out to your family, you sorely will be missed, I take you as my own fam b, you went out a national hero and wouldnt wanted no other way, you in a better place now RIP Wai
Dong Min Matthew Kim
March 13, 2005
Rest in peace, Wai...
Love,
LCpl Dong Min Kim
SATO CHO
March 11, 2005
NYI LAY!
IT'S LIKE A DREAM TO ME.
I AM REALLY PROUND OF YOU.
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.
KO SATO.
Kevin Lynn
March 10, 2005
Growing up together with Ko Wai Phyo, it's extremely hard to accept this loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to Aunty May Thi and her family. Despite such tragedy, I think it is fair to say that unlike most people's lives, which are nothing more than blips on the radar screen, Ko Wai Phyo has left an indelible mark on all our lives and takes his place among the courageous few who have died helping this country become a safer place to live.
Wai Thit Lwin
March 10, 2005
I am really sorry Aunty May Thi, U Thein Zaw , Ma Yu and Ko Khant. I don't know what to say anymore. My whole family feel as a lost of our family memeber too as we have been very close for along time already.
I will give you another call soon Aunty MayThi
Love
Wai Thit
Cecil & Judy McCumber
March 9, 2005
Our most heartfelt prayers for Wai and your family. May God give you peace and honor for his sacrifice. Our son now serves and may he redeem his death.
Rocky & Judy McCumber
Reno, NV
Nandar Aung
March 8, 2005
Those who bloom in the hearts of others never fade away. Ko Wai Phyo was one of the kind.
Saw Marlar Soe
March 8, 2005
We're all gonna miss you Wai Phyo, and you will always be with us forever in our memories.
Ron and Judith Peters
March 8, 2005
Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this time of sorrow and pain.
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