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Memories and Condolences
for Wilfred Flores
Charlie Gili
October 8, 2020
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 several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Wilfred “Willy” Flores Jr. 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, their families and friends and 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
Vicky Flores
November 18, 2019
Hey Son. You have a bridge in your name, now we have a Gold Star highway to help honor you.. More to come!! Miss you always.
October 17, 2018
Cousin,you are remembered. S.B. Carter
Bradshaw
September 15, 2014
I was telling the guys here in 173RD about this skinny soldier I got to my squad back in 04 before deploying to Iraq. Memories always stays with us regardless of where we go and you will always be remembered as long as The Lord blesses me with a breath of fresh air...... Rip brother, ESAD, Golden Dragons, Right of the Line.
September 14, 2014
Hey son , working on my Masters Degree. The goal is to help other soldiers and their families. By the way drop in on your sister once in a while :)
Wil Flores Sr
March 31, 2013
It has been six years today, and I still feel your loss. It doesn't get any easier and I really miss you.
Vicky Flores
March 11, 2013
Finishing plans for a memorial on Ft Sill. Presentation possibly on your birthday
March 10, 2013
In memory & honor of Wilfredo.
April 4, 2012
Flores, miss you bro, still remember those days on the roof top of the blue school in 05.
Peggy Childers
April 3, 2012
March 31, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Wilfred Flores:
Always remembering Wilfred. "Some gave all."
Broadway Football Family
October 21, 2011
To the family of Army Spc. Wilfred Flores,
I am the head football coach at Broadway High School, located in Virginia. Each week this season, our football team will play in honor of a fallen soldier. This week, we will be playing for Wilfred. Our team considers this a great honor. His acts of bravery deserve a fitting tribute. Our players will play very hard tonight and we hope to make Wilfred and his family proud. I hope you find comfort knowing that Wilfred's life continues to inspire others... even a small town football team in Broadway. Thanks!
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 30, 2011
The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.
While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more
To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one thing they truly deserve.
The loved one's that they have left behind,
The Gold Star mothers, like your and mine
We honor them proudly, every day
Our American Soldier...Proud and Brave
By Shannon Williams-Austill
I want to thank this soldier for their sacrifice.
And, I wish to extend my deepest regards to the loved ones they have left behind. Their service to our nation, has not gone unnoticed. They are our heroes, who paid the ultimate price for us, and that is something that every American needs to be reminded of and remember everyday.
The freedom we all have, we have because of brave young men and women who made a choice to defend and serve.
Today, let me remember your loved one with you.
April 1, 2011
Still remember you sitting on top of the blue school roof during our first rotation. Good times brother... Say what up to Jason for me...Until we meet again ... Bradshaw (ESAD)
Mike
March 31, 2011
We will never forget. I am praying for you and your family. I will see you again one day...
Jordan Bultema
March 31, 2011
Flores, you were a great person and it was a honor to serve with you. we'll see you on the other side.
nick
March 31, 2011
miss ya buddy
Daniel Ponzi
March 31, 2011
Flores you will never be forgotten. You were a great man and soldier. I am proud to have served with you. Thank you for all you have done and your sacrifice.
Frank J.H. Boyer
March 31, 2011
My condolences to the family. May God comfort you in this time of indescribable pain and grief. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Kerri Whalen
March 31, 2011
We will never forget you Willie. My condolences to his family on this angelversary.
mary todd
March 31, 2011
Spc Flores, we thank you for your service to our country and ultimate sacrifice.
No greater pain than the loss of a child, we too know your pain, our son was KIA 8-20-08.
May God Bless this family during this most difficult and painful time. Time does not heal, it is the start of a new life without our precious children.
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son, Spc Flores. My deepest condolences.
Peggy Childers
March 31, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Wilfred Flores:
Please accept my remembrance of Wilfred on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kostya Vysotskiy
March 21, 2011
Hi Willie, yet again, 4th year coming up, and again I'm going to Arlington to visit Jason, but don't worry I'm thinking of you as well.
Sgt. Vysotskiy
L Neal
March 14, 2011
To the family of Spc. Wilfred Flores:
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
March 31, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Wilfred Flores:
Remembering Wilfred 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
Kostya Vysotskiy
March 25, 2010
Hey DonMega, been a while man, 3 year mark is coming up, and not a day that I still forgot, I'm going to Arlington on April 1st to see Jason, but don't worry, I'm also with you as well.
SGT. Vysotskiy
September 15, 2009
May there be peace in the family. A courages hero for protecting our country and our freedom.
Arturo Ramos
San Antonio, Texas
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 26, 2009
On this Memorial Day, I've set aside time to reflect on the past and remember that your family is now a Gold Star Family, too. Spc. Flores, thank you for you service and duty. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice...to protect our country and our freedom.
Sister of Spc. Jeffrey S. Henthorn (Balad, Iraq Feb. 8, 2005)
God bless this special soldier and his grieving loved ones. Be by their side in their time of need.
[email protected]
Peggy Childers
March 31, 2009
To the family of Spc. Wilfred Flores:
Wilfred 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
Kenna Larra
February 5, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,400 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,
Kenna
Michael Lewis
January 10, 2009
It's not every day that you find out one of your best friends in High School has been dead for nearly two years. There is alot you can say about a guy like Flores. He was a great guy, and one of the funniest guys you'd ever meet. But for me to talk about the guy I knew I'm going to have to split his personity in three.
First, was the Juggalo side. For everyone who doesn't know, a Juggalo is a Insane Clown Posse fan. He was obsessed with the group and from what I read from people who still knew him, he still was. He helped me not only get into the music, but understand the deep messages that are in the music. I think because of this side to him, lead to him always being true to himself.
Second is that he was very religious. Me and him used to argue religion all the time as we could agree on little when it came to god, or churches, or really anything.
Last, was his push to join the Army. Never did I meet someone who wanted to join the Army so bad. I even tried to recruit him into joining the Marines with me and instead he talked me into joining the Army. No other unit would do, either, he always wanted to join 10th Mountain Division.
The bottom line is simple, Flores was one of the best people I have ever met. He has had such an influence on my life.
Deborah Barocas
October 21, 2008
Wilfred Flores,
You were a brave soldier and a young one too. I am saddened that you gave your life. I pray for your loved ones. I diidn't know you, but you shine in my heart of hearts. You are America's Braveheart. God bless you and your family.
Debbi
August 20, 2008
Wilford and Vickie, I want you to know that your son will never be forgotten and that through his passing he's brought you to our support family to help heal while getting help for others. Thank you always for your handsome son's sacrifice and know that he rest will all our loved ones.
SPC. Enrique Pineda
August 6, 2008
I just wanted to say that i knew SPC. Flores since his first day at Charlie Rock. He was a funny guy.
He was also the Battalion Commanders favorite soldier.He would always ramble on to me that his favorite band "Insane Clown Posse" rules the world, and i would always argue with him and disagree...but, Most of all;i miss him and i will never forget serving with him. It was an honor.He was a buddy you can trust and count on. Let the lord give your parents strength and comfort and may god bless your heart and soul buddy.
you won't be forgotten.
June 22, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Flores!
Patrick Cotter
May 31, 2008
To the flores family, I am Sgt Patrick Cotter I was in 2nd platoon 2-14 IN the same platoon as your son I served beside him and can say he was a great man, soldier, and friend I just arrived at fort sill for a school and would like to visit him. I would like to pass along my deepest condolences from me and the rest of his friends from fort drum. If you would ever like to talk drop a line my e-mail is [email protected]
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.
Sean Carlson
April 4, 2008
Thank God for brave men like him.
~*Home*~
Debra Estep
March 31, 2008
To the family and friends of Wilfred. Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
May God and His Angels surround you and bring you comfort.
xo xo
Deb
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
http://remembering-the-fallen.blogspot.com/
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debbi rivers
October 2, 2007
Vickie, know that you are not alone in the grief you have. There are so many of us and I'm glad that you have joined in the support group. May God always be with your family and know we are always here for you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA November 12, 2006
Samarra, Iraq
August 22, 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)
August 11, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Flores and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 8, 2007
Please accept our condolences for your loss. You will be in our prayers, that the Lord provide you comfort and peace. We are grateful for the work, and sacrifice, of your Soldier, a true American hero. God Bless.
Charlene Phillips
June 26, 2007
God Bless. I lost my brother August 4, 2006, My prayers are with you!
Ronn Massie
June 22, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Wilfred.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Wilfred for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
ROBYN Garside
May 20, 2007
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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Katie Schamberg
May 12, 2007
To the famly of Wilfred Flores:
I send my deepest condolences on your loss. The days, weeks & months ahead are so difficult but with family and friends and memories of your son I pray that you have the strength to get thru. Our family has been thru what you have as my nephew Sgt Kurt Schamberg served with your son in their January 2005 deployment- Kurt was killed on May 20, 2005- exactly 1 month before the unit came home-and we buried him Memorial Day weekend. We are grateful to the soldiers that served with Kurt, the members of the 2/14th and friends from Ft. Drum for all their support. With Memorial Day approaching I will put 2 extra flags on Kurt's grave-one for your son and one for Jason Arnette. They are all in heaven and I know they will try to be sure the rest of their brothers in arms come home safely. I have Wilfred and your entire family in my prayers. May God watch over and help all of you to endure each day.
Aunt of Sgt. Kurt Schamberg
Gloria A.
May 12, 2007
SFC(R)Flores,
I was very touched by the newpaper article that you wrote about your wonderful son. You must be very proud of your Soldier and his service to our nation. I hope that the memories you have of him will help you and your family in the days to come. Please know that people like me, who never even met him, admire his bravery and are forever grateful for his service.
Glen
May 5, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history…they pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Tony Lindsey
April 25, 2007
Hello my name is SFC Lindsey, I was the NCO for the Honor Team that laid your "GREAT SON" and "GREAT SOLDIER" to rest. My heart goes out to you, The Flores Family.
Hazel Dent
April 25, 2007
Many blessing and peace to the family of Spc. Winfred Flores. The lost is great. May God give you peace and comfort in many ways. We are safe because of Spc. Wilfred Flores. Peace be unto you.
Tom Gugliuzza
April 25, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Flores family in the loss of Wilfred. I did not know Wilfred, 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. Wilfred 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~
Olivia Jones
April 23, 2007
With heart felt sympathy to the family of this young man. I pray that God will give you peace of mind and strength to make it through this tough time. My husband, an ARNG combat medic, currently serving in Afghanistan, is due to come home in less than two months and every time I hear about one of our soldiers sadly not coming home alive, it makes it really hard. Our three children and I have had an extremely rough time with this deployment. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers always and God Bless you.
Sgt. Stewart "Doc" Jones & family
John and Kelli Swientek
April 20, 2007
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Willy, but we are also eternally grateful that he volunteered to serve and protect us. He was a proud soldier of God on earth who now resides in heaven. Willy is a true American Hero. Please know that we were both inspired during the services last weekend and will treasure the memories of Willy’s kind spirit. May God be with your family always.
Butch Barba
April 19, 2007
I wish your brave Son all the Glory that he gave for his country and may he rest in peace forever. My sincere condolences to his Parents and all other Family members.
Lance & Liz McNeel
April 18, 2007
We offer our deepest sympathy to your family for the loss of your precious son. Our son is also in 2-14, Charlie Company. He serves in 2nd platoon, but knew your son well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brett Perry
April 18, 2007
Hello my name is Brett Perry, I went to basic with Flores. I remember him because when we used to "Toe the line" he was lined up right across from me at attention and we would just stare at eachother while the Drill Sergeants walked up and down the line intimdating us as they do. I remember him as a nice guy and that he was so excited about going to 10th mountain division. God bless him.
Mel
April 18, 2007
'm sorry for the loss of your son, I've talked to him breifly before he seemed to be a nice guy and was more then proud of his job. I hope that people realize what soldiers are risking each day just for all of us back home and god bless all the soldiers that are out there doing there jobs protecting us. Again, I am very sorry for the loss of your son...
Larry Waren
April 18, 2007
God bless you son,some gave and some gave it all as you did..my prayers and my condolences are with your family and friends at this time.
Larry Warren(Vietnam Vet 67-68)
Lou Smith
April 17, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one in this terrible manner. There are no words which can take away the pain, only time can ease it. Take comfort in the knowledge that you will be with him again when you too cross the eternal bridge.
Jay and Beth Strickland
April 17, 2007
We give thanks for the honorable service your son and brother has performed for our country, and pray that as he is now at peace, so may our country soon be.
Boni Skinner and family
April 17, 2007
God Speed young Willy. God Bless you and thank you for fighting for us and our freedoms.
Scott
April 17, 2007
My heart went out as I am a fellow Soldier stationed at Fort Sill. I was walking out of a business on Cache Road Sunday when the procession passed. The patriotism of the Lawtonians, showed how proud we are of this America's son who gave his life for the country he loved. CPL Flores will be remembered for his valor and will live in the hearts of Lawtonians for some time to come. Flores family I pray for your strenght as you deal with this, but take solice in knowing HE WAS and forever will be a hero.
ALVIN AND GAYLE BROWN
April 17, 2007
SPEC. WILFRED FLORES,JR. WE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE SALUTE YOU. YOU WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND AND MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE FOR YOUR COUNTRY. THANK YOU FOR PROTECTING OUR FREEDOM. TO THE FLORES FAMILY, MY HEART BREAKS FOR YOUR LOSS AND YOUR SORROW. NO WORDS CAN EASE THE PAIN YOU FEEL NOW, BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT YOUR LOVED ONE IS A TRUE BLESSING AND A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF THE DEFENDER OF FREEDOM. MAY GOD IN ALL HIS GLORY PROTECT AND COMFORT YOU. THERE IS 1 MORE BEAUTIFUL FLOWER IN GODS GARDEN TODAY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES.
Leslie Dallam
April 17, 2007
Your young son and our son will always be together. I was pleased to go out to the Fort Sill cementary and see that they were side by side. May both of them rest in piece and may God be with you. The Dallam family
Sandra Cusack
April 16, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Viki Sellers
April 16, 2007
Our prayers are with you at this time. We appreciate your son's sacrifice for our freedom.
LINDA SHOEMAKER
April 16, 2007
To the Flores Family:
Our hearts grieve with you in the loss of your beautiful son, Wil. He is an American hero, that paid the ultimate price. Your military familes will never forget him and his service to us and our families.
We too lost our son, Cpl Jared Shoemaker, September 4, 2006. We are praying for you all. Someone sent me this quote and I have held onto it for the past 7 months--
"You must press the love of God close against your heart. That's the only way to buffer the pain of this dreadful loss."
Abraham Lincoln
Ken and Linda Shoemaker
Proud Parents of Cpl Jared Shoemaker
USMC
KIA 09/04/06 Fallujah, Iraq
Karen Berland
April 16, 2007
You and your family are in my prayers daily. Thank you for letting your son serve our country and our God. He will be rewarded greatly in Heaven. May God Bless You.
April 16, 2007
Rest in peace, hero. You did your job and did it well! God bless your family.
Jenny
April 16, 2007
decanse en paz willy.
Serviste tu Patria eres un heroe donde quiera que este.
RIP.
S. McBride
April 16, 2007
Cpl. Flores is now a guardian angel in heaven whose mission is to stand sentry over and protect his loving family here on earth while God is doing His works needed by many many others throughout the world.
My heart goes out to everyone in the Flores family for the loss here on earth of your brave soldier.
Greg Davis, LTC, JA, USAR (Ret)
April 16, 2007
To those family members and friends of SPC Flores, I offer my condolences and prayers for Wilfred, a bona fide hero of our country. I know there is little which can be said in such a time of loss, but know there are many of us Oklahomans, active and retired members of the U.S. Army who comprehend the true sacrifice by a willing and motivated volunteer. God bless you all and know Wilfred is in a better place to look down and be content he had such great family and friends for his short time on earth.
Julian Alvarado III
April 12, 2007
Sometimes God needs another beautiful Angel. Wilfred, the honorable Army Spc. Wilfred Flores Jr., was My cousin Wilfred Sr.'s son. My dad Julian Alvarado Jr. and Wilfred's beautiful Late Grandmother, My Late Aunt Vickie, were brother and sister. I see a very strong Family resemblance in the photo attached to an article which honors him.
We have such a very large and beautiful Family. There are 5 living generations on My Mother's side alone. With such a large Family we unfortunately only see some of our Family members only at weddings and funerals. I may have met Wilfred at the funeral of his beautiful Late Grandmother (and My Aunt) Vickie's funeral. Nevertheless, Wilfred was one of 'Us' - the most important word in any language, "Family". You will be deeply missed by so many of My family members, Wilfred, and knowing this brings Me much pain just thinking of it all. You will forever be mentioned in My prayers, Wilfred. May God be with you and all of our big beautiful Family during this time of grief as they remember you so fondly and realize that you are no longer with us, as a Family. The circle is broken. We are not supposed to die so young. But, as I said, sometimes God needs yet another beautiful Angel. - With All the Love I Have for ALL My Family, Julian ("J.J") Alvarado III
Jakan D. (J.D.) Pierce
April 11, 2007
As a good friend gowning up in Lawton, Ok with Willy, I know he'll be missed. He was like a little brother and a best friend to me. Remembering the many times we spent hanging out and having fun with each other after school. Even the many sleepovers week after week. Playing games and even heading out to the woods playing with camoflauge our parents had or passed down, both our parents being retired Military. You were always funny and fun to hang out with and I know your memory will live on. He did what he always wanted to do, and he also did it for our country reguardless of the risk. We'll all miss you Spec. Wilfred Flores Jr. Take care, Willy. Sorry, I won't be able to make it one last time to see you.
My Deepest sympathy for Wilfred, Vicky, and Theresa, and all his friends and family
JoAnna & Kevin Kopp
April 10, 2007
Dear Flores Family:
I never knew your son personally, but my fiance Kevin Jay Kopp, served his second tour in Iraq, along side your brave son, from January of 2005, to June of 2005. Words cannot describe how sorry we both are for your loss. I am sure if tears could build a stairway up to heaven you would all climb up and carry him home again, even not knowing him I'd follow you right up that stairway. Perhaps the shiny stars in the skies aren't stars perhaps they are openings where our love ones shine down to let us know that they are ok. God bless you and your family. And as for you SPC. Wilfred Flores Jr. You Sleep Sweet with the Angels...for you the war is over...so sleep sweet my angel!
Sandy Bonesteel
April 9, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Corry Hughes
April 8, 2007
Dear Flores Family, My daughter was married to Jason Arnette, who was mortally wounded in the blast that took Wilfred. We are so heartbroken and know what you are going through...there are no words to express the grief and pain. Our love and prayers go out to you.
Linda Clifton
April 8, 2007
I am so saddened to learn of the death of another Fallen Hero. I pray that God will give you strength and courage to face the days ahead and that soon you will be able to reflect back on many wonderful memories of Wilfred. God Bless!
Carol Cline
April 7, 2007
Know in your heart that Willy is a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace Willy. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
Crystal Keen
April 6, 2007
R.i.p Wil. I love and miss you so much. You were a GREAT person, and the best boyfriend anygirl could have. Im glad i got that chance.
<3
SHIRLEY DONEY
April 5, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Joseph Shelton
April 4, 2007
To have known Willy as a personal friend, I must say I am deeply honored. Willy was not only an awesome soldier, but also a great friend. He was always there, whether it was for his country, or for his friends. For the longest time, Willy was my only friend. I didn't get to see him again after he was deployed in 2004. Nonetheless, I knew he was living his dream, serving his country in the U.S. Army. Thanks for all the memories Willy. To Vicky and Wilfred, I am deeply sorry for the loss you have suffered. Willy is an American hero now. He will be remembered, always.
SPC. Kostya Vysotskiy
April 4, 2007
Flores, I will miss you badly, you were a great friend to me, knew you for 3 years, and will always know you.
Sgt. Ian Hanscom
April 4, 2007
GOD SPEED!
Having served three tours in iraq, and deploying again in june. I have an understanding of what you are going through.
Please take comfort in knowing that the country is grateful for your sacrafice!
Semper Fi
Michelle Arnette Proud & Broken Hearted Mother
April 4, 2007
Dear Flores Family, I am so very sorry. Words can not express this pain. Know that I too share you pain and the pain only a mother can know, for I am SSG Jason R Arnette's mother who son was with your loving son on that devasting day. Jason spoke to me about your son and I have some wonderful pictures. I am wearing a ribbon and both thier pictures on my heart. He too was a true Hero, now resting in the arms of God. May God Bless You and Our Country and Troops. You are in our family's prayers.
A1C Christopher Martin
April 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Therese S
April 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Flores Family. Your loved one may be gone, but God just received one more angel.
God Bless!
Bill Hable
April 3, 2007
Bless you...your sacrifice is not in vain.
Dr. John Randolph
April 3, 2007
God Bless Your Family in Your Loss.
Our prayers are with you.
Kristin
April 3, 2007
I'm very sorry for the loss of your son. I was deeply saddened and shocked when I heard the news, since I remember going to school with him I couldn't believe it. I'll remember him and pray for you in your time of need.
Curt Cloud
April 3, 2007
God Bless the family of this brave Soldier. No words can express my gratitude for his service and sacrifice. I wish to express my deepest sympathy for his family and may they be comforted. God just got a good man.
Jeffrey Long
April 3, 2007
Thank you so much . We are so sorry for your loss . We to lost our son .It hurts so bad ,but our faith and family is all we have .Our prayers are with your loved ones.
Rick Wernke SMSgt Ret USAF
April 3, 2007
The world is a better place because of your Son's sacriface. My Prayers and thoughts to you and your family
joyce owens-smith
April 3, 2007
I realize "thank you" is not enough for the price your son paid, but I thank God for men like him. The sacrifice that your family has endured is too great for meager words, but I pray for God's blessings and love to your famiy.
Sharon Gower
April 3, 2007
I am deeply sorry about the loss of your son. I guess God just received another great Angel.
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