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Caroline Wagner
June 21, 2020
Happy Fathers Day Dad! Not a day goes by that I dont think of you. If only I could hear your voice again. I have missed you, your prayers, your advice, your smile, your love so much! Love always your little girl
Renee Ford
April 2, 2014
Thinking of you, miss you, love you always.
July 12, 2012
I LOVE AND MIS U DAD I WONT FORGET HOW FUN WE HAD AT THE WEDDING WE GOT MARRIED A DAY BEFORE UR BIRTHDAY IM SO GLAD BECAUSE WE WONT EVER FORGET THAT DAY WE LOVE AND MISS U LOVE AMY ANDJAMES BOLLINGER
Joe Escalante
July 1, 2012
Gerald was a buck sergeant when I knew him in 1960-1962. We were NCOs on the USS Boxer LPH-4. I always enjoyed his company and his visits to our home in Norfolk. He was a little angel of a man. He used to call my wife "mother". I have wonderful memories of him. We met Martha and the kids in Quantico once. So sorry for your loss.
December 24, 2011
Dad, I tell everyone how you taught me that no matter how little you have you still have something to give, whether a smile, a kind word, or a listening ear. I COULD REALLY USE A HUG RIGHT NOW. I have been telling veterans and their families about going on line to VETERANSBOUNUS.OHIO.GOV or whatever state they are from no abbreviations on the state to get their bonus, us tax payers from their home state voted to give them. I have been telling retirees from the military about the special military rate they are entitled to through Social Security, when they take their DD214 form in and ask for it. I know you were glad I told you about it. I have helped many people and each time I feel closer to you. I talk about you all the time. I keep the Marine One reunion pictures from 2002 on me almost always, thank you for taking me. You inspire people to be better and your legacy lives on through all of us as we try to live up to the people you taught us to be. I wish you were here to pray with me. I miss you more than words can say. James is home and doing well, Brad became a Marine and delayed his entry into the Marine Core to run the Marine Core Marrathon in 2007 Caroline and Amanda came, he finished it in the first 4 hours. He gave mom his medal, it is with all of yours he ran it in your honor. The entire Wagner family came to Brad's graduation from the Core and we got first rate seating thanks to your service with Marine One it felt like you were there with us. Symantha joined the Airforce, We were all there for that graduation ( I bet you did not see that one coming). She met an Airman, I think you would approve. Alyana is back in our life. I bought a house for mom to stay in when she is in Toledo, next door to me. I hope you truly knew how wonderful you were, I know you knew we all loved you. You were extraodinary. Your very proud daughter Renee Ford
Symantha Bollinger
June 21, 2011
Dear Grandpa =] I wrote on here 4 years ago saying that i hope I could make you proud of me in the future. I am glad to say i think I have, I just wish you were here in person to see everything I have done. I know you would be proud and grandma tells me everytime i talk to her how happy you would be with me. I'm finishing school to be a doctor, I joined the airforce, and I am involved in the community. But I wouldn't be half the person I am without your example in my life. It makes me sad to know that when I have kids they will have to wait until the next life to meet you and they won't have any memories of you like I do. We really had alot of good times, I laugh when I look at those pictures and family videos and can't help but think about how disfunctional our family is. But I love it and wouldn't trade it for the world...And sorry i didn't play my violin at your grave like I do every memorial day but im stationed in mississippi...but i sat down on my bed and played the air violin for you =]
Caroline Wagner
June 19, 2011
Todays is Father's Day. I wish you were still here with us. I miss you. I just wanted to say I love you. You are never forgotten. Everyday you are in my thoughts.
September 25, 2010
we love you dad
Rosia Morrison
September 24, 2010
Hi,just learned of Gerald's passing so sorry I know he is Greatly missed,just think of the GREAT REUNION we shall have with our loved ones in a short while.Love you all and will keep you in our prayers.
Mrs. Rosia Morrison
Ladd Springs C.O.G.
Cleveland Tn.
Bill Collins
August 19, 2010
I was Gunny Bollinger's roommate at MCAS Iwakuni,Japan. I shall always remember him,and the Christian example he lived.I just learned of his passing.
June 24, 2009
Today makes it 2 years since you went home. It is still so hard to believe that you are no longer here with us. We will see you again someday. We have that hope in our savior Jesus Christ. Not a day goes by that we are not missing you though. There are reminders of you EVERYWHERE. You are so loved and appreciated. Worda can't even express what our hearts feel.
Love you Daddy. Semper Fi.
Your Little Girl
April 8, 2009
I love you grandpa with all of my heart and I thank you for opening your door and your heart to me. Even though you blamed for everything (lol) you and grandma gave me more love than I could have ever asked for. You're in my thoughts all the time and I miss you very much.
LOVE always
Dorthea Tubbs
Caroline Wagner
February 28, 2009
Today is Mom's Birthday and she really wishes you were here. She got a haircut and new style. Plus she got her hair colored today. She said she wished you could have been here to see it and to spend time with us.
We all miss you so much. We have cried alot lately.
I don't think you ever realized just how important you are to so many people. We miss everything about you. We try to just remind ourselves of all the good stuff everytime we start to get sad.
This sure does get hard at times though. You are a wonderful man and the worlds best Daddy and I miss you EVERY day. We love you forever and always.
We will see you again someday.
Love,
Caroline and Family
Cierra Wagner
October 18, 2008
While I was playing my volleyball game last night all I could think about was you. Everytime I went up to serve I started thinking of you but I dont know what was wrong because everytime I did it hurt but then I thought about how everytime I saw you,you always put a smile to my face then when I thought about how much I love you I started being happy again. We didnt win but the next time I play its going to be for you, and I'll make sure I win.I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART FOR EVER AND ALWAYS=)
Cecillia Bollinger
July 18, 2008
GRANDPA,
I know we only got to see eachother and talk when you guys came down in the summer, but at least you stayed in my life the whole time you were alive. You were one of the nicest people i know and you helped whoever you could whenever you could and i know God was happy about that. I just want you to know I love you and I miss you!
Love Always,
Cecillia Marie-Lynn Bollinger
Danny Wagner
April 26, 2008
Love and miss you Dad.
Your Son, Danny
cierra wagner
April 12, 2008
still missing you but your smiling face is always in my heart
Cierra Wagner
March 6, 2008
Heres a poem I wrote thinking of you Gpa
It hurts so bad
to know they're gone
you feel so sad
when you're alone
you wish somehow
theyd be with you
and all the things
that you could do
you wish you could
bring back their smile
at least for a little bit
just for awhile
to be held tight
inside their arms to feel so safe and feel their charm
to feel so loved by someone you know but will he come back? the answers no
but he will always be watching over us and he will aiways be in our hearts forever and always until we get to heaven and see is face again
Clara "Cookie "Chambers Bollinger
February 26, 2008
Dear Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Jerry was so faithful in writing My dad his uncle Ernie every month and faithful in collecting for St. Jude's. God bless you all. My parents will be very sad to hear this news.
Beulah L. Horn
October 20, 2007
I think of all the great times we had,as children and adults,and our friendship. You will always be remembered for your love of God,family and country.You will be missed by many.
God is always with us and takes care of us. He loves us so much.God's Blessings to all.
If I never told you before,I love you.
Your friend and cousin,Beulah ( Bollinger ) Horn
David Bollinger
October 3, 2007
Grandpa,
I just want say to you, what I was never able to say much while you were around.I love you and miss you very much. You always did the best you could for me and sometimes I feel I haven't lived up to all that you've expected from me. But I wish you were here so I could let you know how much I appreciate you always being there for me. And you were the closest to a father that I ever had. I will miss you very much.
Arnetta Grissett
August 22, 2007
Caroline, Sis. Bollinger & family,
I count myself blessed to have known Bro. Bollinger. I will always remember that big smile and his dedication to St. Jude. Just his mere presence could put a smile on your face and his sense of humor could leave one in stitches. Above all, he loved the Lord. I will always cherish the time that I knew him. I pray that the Lord in His mercy will continue to give you comfort. God bless.
Love you all,
Sis. "G"
JAMES AND AMY BOLLINGER
August 21, 2007
TO THE GREASTEST MAN I HAVE KNOWN IN MY LIFE, HE HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY HERO: EVER SENCE I COULD REMBER I ALWAYS WANTED TO BE LIKE HIM. THE CORPS. WAS OUR LIFE. THEN HE AMAZED ME BY BERCOMMING A SERVENT OF GOD I CAN NOT EVEN TRY TO FILL HIS SHOES, BUT I'LL TRY TO LIVE A LIFE THE WAY HE WOULD WANT ME TO. LOVE YOU DAD SEMPER FI.
SANDY WALLACE
August 21, 2007
YOUR FATHER WAS A WOINDERFUL AND KIND MAN. I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET HIM AT JAMES AND AMY'S WEDDING! RAYMOND LIKED HIM VERY MUCH ALSO. ANYONE WHO KNEW HIM WAS BLESSED AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS! MY FAVORITE MEMORY WILL BE ALL THE HELP HE GAVE ME AT THE RECEPTION , HE HELPED ME SAERVE THE WEDDING CAKE, CLEAN UP, AND HE ENJOYED COMING BACK IN THE KITCHEN GRABBING ALL KINDS OF MUNCHIES, AND TOLD ME NOT TO TELL! GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!
Amanda Haynes
August 11, 2007
I was told, long before meeting you, that you were "Grumpy Grandpa," however I found nothing grumpy about you. You were a wonderful person, a friend to me, and a cherished memory I'll always hold on to. I'm going to miss the cards and phone calls. I'll be seeing you in heaven my friend. May the Lord bless Caroline and her family.
Kimberly McDermott
August 10, 2007
Caroline and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. While we were stationed together in Texas we were fortunate to have been able to meet your family and your very loving and devoted father. You and your family are in our prayers.
Angie Mercer
August 9, 2007
You always treated me as if I was one of your own. I'm very thankful to have had you in my life. You will always be loved and miss.
Debby Pratt
August 2, 2007
Cleo,
God Bless you and your family! You are all in my prayers. I am so sorry for you loss.
Misti Grandstaff
August 2, 2007
Hello, I am sorry to hear about your loss...my condolences to you and your family...may god bless you in many ways and me he watch over you in times of need...
Milton, Cleo, Jordan, ariel, detrevion ad exevion McDoald
August 2, 2007
Uncle Jerry,
You are and were such a giving man, you never forgot a birthday, you were so loving ad caring. it hurts my heart that you are no longer walkig among us but watching over us now. I miss and love you so much.. Aunt martha and caroline we are always here for you if you ever need anythig i love you always your niece cleo...
Symantha Bollinger
July 1, 2007
Grandpa
I'm sorry to hear of your passing, and I wish all of my family their best. I thank god for giving me such an amazing grandparent because he really was my hero. I hope to make him and you all proud! I hope grandma and all of my Aunts and Uncles remember him and keep him with them in their hearts.
Caroline Wagner
July 1, 2007
We love you Daddy. There is not a moment that goes by that we are not missing you. This hurts but we know you are alright. Thank you for bringing me up in the fear and love of God. Because God loves us so much that he gave his one and only son that whosoever beleive in him SHALL NOT PERISH but have everlasting life. We will see you again someday.
Love Caroline Danny Devin Cierra and Amanda
Lisa Greenfield
June 28, 2007
Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, You guys might not remember me, but your dad drove us to church, and you all have a part of my memory I will aways remember
I am Lisa, Stephanie sister
I am very much still saved and living for the Lord
Thanks guys and Mr Bollinger
for the rides
William & Thelma Epps
June 27, 2007
Harold & Patty,So sorry to learn of your loss. Our prayers are with you both and your family for confort and strength at this time.
In Christian Love, William & Thelma
Carrie Denning
June 27, 2007
My thoughts are with you in this sad time. Gerry brought such heart to everything he did, and I feel blessed for having known him. His commitment to the kids of St. Jude was inspiring and heartwarming. May joyful memories comfort your family in this time of sorrow.
Jan & Kenny Ford
June 27, 2007
Renee, Tom & Family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad.Our sympathy to all. We will be unable to pay our respects, as we have a wedding out of town on Saturday. Know that we are thinking of the family.
Aunt Jan & Uncle Bud
Gerald Hopkins
June 27, 2007
We just got back in town and were sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Gerald Bollinger was a faithful servant of the lord. We remember him for his complete dedication to God and country.
Myrna Shuey
June 27, 2007
I was so sad to learn of your loss. Gerald will always be an inspiration to me and hold a special place in my heart. I was lucky to have known him and worked with him through St. Jude.
Kathie Heltzel
June 27, 2007
Harold and Patty, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our prayers that God will comfort you at this time.
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