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for Robert Roberts
Micheal
January 5, 2024
As the months and yrs have passed like 20ish, and we have returned to life's adventures . You and your family are always in my thoughts. Always sending hugs and blessings their way. Of course you know this already, I talk to you often. I Miss your presence my life, miss knowing that you are out there doing your thing, raising and loving your family. Growing into the best man you could become. Knowing that you were out there to pop in and say hi and grab a hug and catch up. It was a truly a gift to have had you in my life.
Always Me
Micheal
James Zierman
February 1, 2023
Some things in your life and some people come back in your memories when you get older. I was the Army Casualty Assistance Officer assigned to help young Jill Roberts wade through the bureaucracies of Army policies and paperwork now almost 20 years ago. I was there also to comfort her and make sure she had someone to turn to. I spoke at Bobby's funeral. I never met Bobby, but I knew exactly who he was and the things he experienced. I experienced them too decades earlier. He was my brother in arms. We both signed up in the Army because we were both American patriots. Jill was a sweet young mother that was robbed of her husband that she and her young child needed. I was impressed then about her kind nature and hope the years since then have treated her better. Jill, you are in my thoughts as I write this, and I pray life has treated you well.
Lieutenant Colonel (then Major) (Retired)
James Zierman
South Daytona, Florida
Melissa Erwin
August 27, 2014
You will be deeply missed everyday. We will treasure all our memories of you forever. Your strong, brave, and honored by all. we love you Bobby.
See you soon brother
Brendan Lyons
April 26, 2013
i'll never forget the first day I met Bobby. We both ended up at the Army Housing assignment office on the same day. At first they told us both there were no openings and to come back another day. At the last second a different employee called me and Bobby over to her desk. She said, "she just found 2, first floor (out of 4 floors, no elevators!) newly renovated, never lived in apartments!" But they were earmarked for Officers or High ranking Sergeants. But it would be our lucky day and she decided to make an exception for us. That day, Bobby and I (both Privates) moved in directly across from eachother in our brand new apartments. Both newly married and with sons 1 year apart we quickly became close friends with Bobby, Jill and Jacob. As a medic assigned to Bobbys troop before Iraq and with C troop during the deployment, his death has had a profound impact on me. It has affected every part of my life, still to this day.
Bobby was one of the good ones! One of those few Genuine , Loyal , Good....Souls. And I miss him every single day.
I am using this drawing I made to have a couple dozen window stickers made, if anyone would like one please contact me and I will send you a couple, until I run out .
April 24, 2013
Shelly Westlund Birmingham
November 29, 2011
I just ran across this not long ago when I was looking for old friends. I am so sorry for your loss even this long after. I hadn't seen Bobby since back in 7th grade before I moved. He always made me smile and was a great person. RIP Bobby
Peggy Childers
November 22, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Robert D. Roberts:
Please accept my remembrance of Robert on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Lindsay Lyons
June 20, 2011
Bobby was my friend...I watched him grow up in my neighborhood...I just heard of his passing...I'm soo sorry to hear this...God Bless the Roberts Family...no matter how much time goes by...it hurts not to see his smile...
February 22, 2011
Seven years later I still see CPL Roberts face as I held him in my arms on the way to the Aid Station on BIAP. My soldiers and I were first on scene and I loaded CPL Roberts in the back of my HMMWV and rode with him on that cold November night giving him whatver comfort I could offer. I carried his body into the Aid Station and laid him on a gurney, gently and with the utmost of respect as I am a former Cav Scout myself. I then went back to my building on BIAP and cried. I still do today. I had never met CPL Roberts before that night but he was one of ours, a Soldier. I still see him some nights and wake up with tears in my eyes. He is so peaceful and smiling while I am crying uncontrollably. Rest in peace my Brother, and visit me when you can for you will always be in my heart and mind.
1SG Paul G. Sanchez
C 490 Civil Affairs Bn
Grand Prairie, TX
Peggy Childers
November 22, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Robert D. Roberts:
Remembering Robert 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
Ruth Derrell
February 16, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences to the families of those lost to such a tragedy. May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies be with each of you as you try to bear such pain. May he heal you with inner peace as promised at Phillipians 4:6, 7. Our deepest sympathies,
Kenna Kay
December 21, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Damon Quinton
January 24, 2009
I have never forgotten Roberts, nor will I ever forget him. I hope his son grows up remembering his father as the hero he was. I was pround to have known him and served with him.
In Memory of Robert ~ (Debra Estep)
November 22, 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 Robert, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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
John "Landmine" Collins
May 16, 2008
Cpl Robert D "Bobby" Roberts, may you rest easy now, Sir, in the arms of our Lord. As a TRUE AMERICAN HERO, we will NEVER FORGET you and your sacrifices to help keep us free. Thank you, and God Bless.
John "Landmine" Collins
May 16, 2008
Corporal "Bobby" Roberts, may you continue to rest in our Lords loving arms. You are a TRUE AMERICAN HERO to us all and we will NEVER FORGET YOU. Thank you for the freedoms we enjoy.
Kathy Varner
May 9, 2008
My deepest respect & honor goes out to Chuck & Joann Norman. You have faced what a parent should never have to face. I hope that God has guided your path to know that Heaven needed a HERO back in 2003. My heart pours out to you - I wish that the Patriot Guard Riders would have been there for you, but the PGR was only a thought in someone's mind. Today I share with you my appreciation of your son and for the nation he protected and defended. Know in your heart, you are not forgotten and neither is the sacrifice that Bobby made for all of us to enjoy Freedom. God Bless you!
Forever Free,
Kat
Ken Worthen
May 1, 2008
It is never easy to say "Good-bye" to a loved one. The things you try to remember and the things you try to forget, all a part of the life left behind.
I never had the pleasure of knowing Cpl. Roberts nor did I have the Honor of standing for him at his funeral and rendering a well deserved salute for this True American Hero. Cpl. Roberts, you are not and will not be forgotten. Though I didn't serve with you, I served and that makes us forever Brothers.
In Psalms chapter 23 it is written that "...He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul..."
Your watch is covered, Cpl. Roberts; rest in the peacefulness of Gods green pastures with the assurance of a job well done.
"...but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:30
"Lionheart"
Patriot Guard Riders
Ride Captain, WNC
March 22, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Roberts!
Beth Stonich
January 7, 2008
you are on my mind most of the time, i hope Jill and the boys are ok. we had great times together. miss ya bobby.
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
November 22, 2007
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the ROBERTS/NORMAN families,Knowing now what they have always know is one of many reasons that our HEROES shall NEVER be forgotten,Rest well brother as prommised that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave,Your name stamped in steel shall FOREVER be clutched in the tallons ,And your spirit shall FOREVER soar high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation..THANK 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 ,And upon those last [4] spoken words we are FOREVER BROTHERS!!!HOO..YAAH...SEMPER..FI....B.V.C.
November 10, 2007
Hey Man,
Got to thinking about you and D today, just like everyday. I know the anniversary is coming up soon and it makes me hate the month of November. But I also have ggod memories from November. Like graduating basic together. Man that sucked....but happy we did it. It's been a while and I would give anything just to tell you I miss you to your face. Miss you a lot and think about you always....
Brian Schickowski
November 2, 2007
I served with Roberts in 1-1 Cav Apache Troop during our deploymen. I just wanted to say he was a true soldier and a wonderful influence to us younger soldiers! May he rest in peace but never forgoten! "We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; For he today that sheds his blood with me Shall be my brother." St. Crispin's Day Speech of Shakespeare's Henry V 1598.
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 14, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N. in TN
Lois Hills
July 30, 2007
Thank You for your bravery. And Thank You to your family for the great sacrifice they have made. L.R.Hills
Althea B
July 26, 2007
I want to thank you for your courage and bravery in standing up for what you believe in. May your soul rest in peace.
July 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Roberts and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless you all!!
Brenda Mendenhall
November 22, 2006
Bobb-o, today is a very difficult day for the family. It was just 3 years ago we got the dreaded news that you gave the ultimate sacrifice doing what you loved. Jacob looks more and more like you everyday, and he is so proud of his haircut - he says "I look like my Daddy". We all miss you and love you so much. I know you are watching over us!
Love you Bobb-o,
Brenda and Lindsay
Garnet Jenkins
November 22, 2006
In remembrance of Cpl. Robert D. Roberts, on this 3rd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
May Robert, rest safely in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American hero, that shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Roberts family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice,
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country remembers Robert's sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Daniel
June 3, 2006
I really didn't get to know you very well bobby, but you died a HERO and you will always be remembered in our hearts and our prayers...
Donna Hearn
May 29, 2006
Just taking a moment to remember Bobbie on this day. He will always be in our memories and hearts.
crystal smith
April 4, 2006
jill and family
i give you all of my prayers and thoughts.in my eyes he is considered a big hero.
Megan Bushart
February 1, 2006
I love you Jill. We will always be connected.
Megan Radey
December 16, 2005
Jill and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your son. You don't know me, I'm just an Army Mom with a son in Afghanistan. The very best to you and your entire family.
Meghan Myers
October 19, 2005
Jill and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I hope you are doing ok. I was there the day you laid Robert to rest, I wish there was something I could have said or done for you. Please know that you are still in my thoughts and prayers.
Meghan
Terry Parish
September 27, 2005
We are very sorry for the loss of your son. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. We are very thankful for all of the soldiers and their families. God Bless You.
Ashley Johnson
August 9, 2005
I am thankful for people who fight for our freedom and I am thankful for those who take it upon themseleves to stand up for our Country! GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!
Courtney Weis
July 9, 2005
Although i did not know rob , he was with my brother in the tank that day. I send my deepest sympathy to his family and all his friends... It is a very hard thing to lose someone you love. But remember that he is ALWAYS watching down on you !
Wright David
March 28, 2005
May Robert rest in peace. We all are thankful for heros like Robert who put his life on the line for freedom. God bless.
walter
March 10, 2005
it is special to be a marine, ... , to pull like him for a common goal that betters the country he was helping and ours too; that enhances the soul of the man like nothing else ...God Bless
Ryan Wollnick
December 9, 2003
I had the Honor to know Bobby, and I know we will all miss him. He left us like a man defending our country. My heart goes out to his family, Rest In Peace Boddy Roberts. God bless
Richard Wollnick
December 6, 2003
I am deeply saddened by the loss of a good friend. I grew up down the street from Bobby, he was a good honest kid that loved life and his family. He is leaving as a hero,and I will miss him dearly.
Chad & Laura Huffman
December 6, 2003
Although we never got to meet Bobby, being such close friends with his brother Chris and his wife Maria made it especially difficult. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God Bless!
Tina & John Clark
December 5, 2003
Our son, Army, 3rd Inf. had the honor of serving at Bobby's funeral today. Our hearts are with you all, we can only imagine your grief. Bobby must have been very special, our son was very impressed with the level of military presence particularly. He has never experienced a highway being shut down before. We will keep you in our prayers.
Donna Hearn
December 5, 2003
Our Deepest Sympaties go out to you. Bobbie brought many smiles and laughter to our home. He will be missed. God Bless you, Our prayers are with you all
Donna & Fred Hearn (Winter Springs)
(parents of Richard & Crystal)
Barbara Mills
December 5, 2003
Bobby, you gave your life so we could go to work each day and never have to worry because of you being our hero. You will always be our Orlando hero. God bless your family, we shall never forget you.
Jon Anderson
December 4, 2003
I didn't know Cpl. Roberts. But thank you for giving your life for defending our freedom and security. Rest in Peace and may God comfort your family and friends.
Linda Cram (Short)
December 4, 2003
Jim, Bryan and I would like to send our most sincere condolences on your loss. Karla called to tell me the terrible news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
richard & cheryl france
December 4, 2003
our deepest sympathies go out to you...may God bless and keep you.
rich & cheryl france
(anthony's dad and stepmom)
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