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Eric Lill Obituary


Lill, Sgt. Eric A. U.S. Army, age 28, suddenly in Iraq. Loving father of Cody "Bug" and Mikayla "Lala", beloved son of Tony and Charmaine (nee Alvarado), amazing brother to Kortne Lill, dearest grandson to John and Marlene Alvarado and the late George and Genevieve Lill, fond nephew and cousin to many. Funeral Tuesday, 8:30 a.m., from Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St., to St. Mary of Perpetual Help Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Visitation Sunday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. 312-225-8500.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2007.
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My brother not a day goes by that i don't think about you... I remember when we were in Iraq together and serving in Germany together, we lived across the street from one another... I have nothing we could memories of you and I still can't believe you're gone....rest easy my brother...
Jacob Flores US ARMY SSG RETIRED

Jacob Flores

Friend

July 30, 2022

Lill we will always be brothers in arms id like to thank you for making both deployments tolerable you were a great American and a hero in my book

tony reiser

May 13, 2014

To the Family of Eric Lill, Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. It has been 6 years since the passing of our sons, you are right Christopher did follow Eric into heaven. I rest easier knowing they are together, although wishing they were still here with us. Our sons our hero's!. God Speed to them both.

Dave & Krista Kube

July 14, 2013

Eric, I think of you and Rami often.. This is a day America shows their gratitude!
MSG Randy Thorntn

May 27, 2013

To the family and friends of Sgt. Eric A. Lill:
Please accept my remembrance of Eric on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

July 6, 2011

Thinking of you today Eric. Sometimes i wish i could just pick up the phone and hear your voice. I miss you a lot. Sending hugs to heaven.

Tina Eagle

February 10, 2011

I just wanted to say I miss you man. Its been a few years now. You were a year older than me on the day. I left for my R&R on our birthday that year. Chaos/Ghost platoon, the memories. Those times up on the roof at Rasheed and Apache were the best. I just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you. Sorry I didn't write sooner. You were a great friend and a great father. Happy Veterans Day.

Love You Man,

SKI

Anthony Gragowski

November 12, 2010

I am a St. Laurence student that saw the brick in tribute to Eric and i would like to show my gratitude to him for his service

TJ Matuszak

September 23, 2010

To the family and friends of Sgt. Eric A. Lill:
Remembering Eric 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

July 6, 2010

Charmaine, Tony and the kids,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers today.

Tricia Kappel-Mazur

July 6, 2010

Eric,
We wanted to tell you Happy Fathers Day, and also wish you a Happy Birthday.

Mom and Dad

June 20, 2010

i will allways love you.you mean the world to me.

April 16, 2010

Hi Happy Veterans Day. Great job for Serving

Hannah Gamble

November 12, 2009

Hey Bro,
We were friends in H.S. and had the same classes together,you are and always will be a cool guy,Thank you for serving and giving the ultimate sacrifice.I know your relaxing in heaven,sorry I didnt write sooner--Happy Veterans Day.--"Freedom is never Free"

Tony Leon

November 11, 2009

Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I feel compelled to write you and respectfully ask your family history in the Chicago area. I am married to a Lill and our son's (age 6) name is Eric, so I feel a connection to you even though we are not acquainted.
Sincerely,

Nina Lill

Nina Lill

August 17, 2009

To the family of Sgt. Eric A. Lill:
Eric 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

Peggy Childers

July 6, 2009

June 15, 2009

June 15, 2009

I seved with Eric during OIF II. We were both part of the 1-6. He was a great guy and a great friend. I remeber when I first met him in Bamberg, Germany. Me and a few friends took him out to explore the town and have some fun. I always enjoyed hanging out with him and he will always be in my heart.

Craig Ooten

March 4, 2009

I was with eric when he passed. He was a great soldier and I will miss the many times we spent on the roof at Al-Rasheed after patrols. Rest in Peace my friend.

SSG Steve Foley (Magnum 9)

February 20, 2009

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Sincerely,
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Kenna Larra

December 30, 2008

I never met you, but through a Gold Star Family Support group, I have gotten to know your dad and you. You will never be forgotten.
I know you are in the Lord's army now with old and new buddies having a grand ole time, so until we all meet again:
Rest brave soldier your work on earth is done.

Strength and Honor,
From another Gold Star mom

Ann Mock

December 29, 2008

Eric,
This Thanksgiving will be harder to deal with then last years. This would be the first Thanksgiving you would have been home and out of the army. We love and miss you dearly.

Mom abd Dad Lill

November 24, 2008

Dear Eric,
I love you forever and you will be with me always in my heart. i always think of you and all the good times that you, poppy and me had together and all the places that we
visited. We had some good times together. A lot of laughs and a lot of tears. I remember when you got hurt on the sled and the following week again . I love you forever.
Love Nonni & Poppy

marlene alvarado

October 16, 2008

It seems like just yesterday when you were here with us and your kids. We love and miss you dearly.

Tony & Charmaine Lill

September 17, 2008

I miss you Eric.

Tina Eagle

August 20, 2008

It has been more than a year since you have been taken from us. We love and miss you dearly.

Mom and Dad Lill

August 8, 2008

To the Lill Family,

You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless

Tricia Kappel-Mazur (former classmate of Eric's)

July 28, 2008

This is one of the last pictures taken of Eric while he wsa home on his 2 weeks of R & R in March, 2007.

Mom and Dad

July 24, 2008

July 17, 2008

July 17, 2008

Mom and Dad Lill

July 17, 2008

July 9, 2008

July 9, 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 Eric, but I am remembering
his service. 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 –
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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

July 6, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Lill!

June 30, 2008

connie mack lill

November 17, 2007

I didn't personally know Eric and his family but I feel like I did because I heard so much about them from my sister, Amanda Holdway. Her husband Allen was stationed in KY, Bamberg, and Co. with him as well as in Iraq. My niece and nephew Megan and Jacob played with his children often. Please know that this has hit our family hard and are praying for his family. Allen is still currently stationed over in Iraq and hope and pray everyday that his children will not have to suffer the same fate that Eric's and so many other families have had to face since the start of the war. Please know that you all are thought of often and are in our prayers.

Lindsey Presnell

November 7, 2007

My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the family of Eric Lill. Thanks for your Soldier's Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and Freedom.
The price he and his family have paid, will never be forgotten.
In the days to come if you find yourself feeling like you can‘t go on , recall the years and days you were blessed by his presence, this is the one thing that cannot be taken away from you are your memories, may you find comfort there and may God’s Peace strengthen you through the difficult days ahead and the emptiness in your hearts!
I am the Sister of a hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in 2005 in Taji, Iraq and time does make it hurt less.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have passed away."
Revelations 21:4

NOW SERVING IN GOD’S ARMY
In His Memory,
Master Sgt James F. Hayes
1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 101st Airborne Division Fort Campbell KY

Peggie Writtenhouse

October 4, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Lill and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

August 19, 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)

August 4, 2007

We miss you so much Eric Lill! You will always be in our hearts and your family will always be in our prayers. Thank you so much for everything you have done and everything you have given us! You will not be forgotten.

The Holdways

August 4, 2007

I am deeply saddened to read about the loss of a friend, comrade in arms, and a wonderful person. I played hockey with Eric at St Laurence (1999 Grad). Being the only freshman on the team, he did everything to make me feel like part of the team and many times calmed my nerves enough to focus on the game. He was the best teammate and friend anybody can ask for. Please accept my deepest condolences.
CPT Raul Cepeda Jr.

Raul Cepeda

August 3, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Kelly Smith

August 2, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mary Jo Overman

August 1, 2007

July 31, 2007

I knew Eric pretty well, enough to know he was a good man that always meant the best and always did the best he could. All of his family has my gratitude for this unfortunate event.

-Stewart Amspacher

Stewart Amspacher

July 26, 2007

To the Lill Family..I am so sorry for your loss. As a military mother myself...I share your sorrow. Eric is a hero...he is marching in the Lords's army now.
May God comfort all of you during this time of sorrow.

Gail Dodson

July 25, 2007

To The Lill Family:

I am so sorry for your loss. Although I didn't know Eric personally, I "met" him through his cousin Barbara Evans, who teaches at the same school where I work. She and her students corresponded with him by e-mail, and even sent things to him and for the children he would coome into contact with in Iraq. He was a hero to us in many ways.

Sincerely,

Kathleen Cantone

July 24, 2007

I knew Eric very well. We were stationed together in Bamberg, Germany and deployed together in support of OIF 2. It pains me deeply to hear of his loss....
Skye,Cody and Lala, we love you and are here for you ALWAYS...
May God be with his parents and friends as they journey through this difficult loss... Eric, I'll miss you brother, but you'll still be that Outstanding Soldier to me.... Love You Bro....

SGT. Jacob and Nicole Flores

Jacob Flores

July 24, 2007

I remember Eric VERY well. We were stationed in Bamberg together in A Battery 1/6 FA. I'm deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I'll miss him.
Skye, Cody and Lala, I'm so sorry for your loss... Remember, me and Nicole are here for you always....

SGT. J. Flores

Jacob Flores

July 24, 2007

God bless the family and friends of Eric.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Eric for being such a brave hero.

(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)

Ronn Massie

July 23, 2007

Tony Lill and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about your son Eric. I remember seeing his picture in your office all those years at Scholle. You raised him well. He truly is a hero. He gave his life for his country and I'm proud to say that I knew the man that raised him. May God bless and be with you and your family. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Know that he is in a safe and beautiful place now. Take care of his children and each other and keep his memory alive.
Your friends, Sandy & Don Trainor

Sandy & Don Trainor

July 23, 2007

Charmaine nd family,

I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Eric. You are in my prayers and may his legacy live on in his children. I am speechless to convey my deep feelings, but proud that he served his country. Have passed the word
on to your former coworkers Char, and we are praying for you and your family.

Joan Blume

July 19, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. 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

ROBYN GARSIDE

July 19, 2007

To Eric's Family, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all, and may God be with you.

Pat Clay (Keating)

July 18, 2007

Eric,

Its been awhile since we spoke although the memories I have of you are very near and dear to my heart. You are a good man Eric Lill my only regret is that I didn't spend more time getting to know you. I only could hope that my words can bring some comfort to your family.

Gerri Clay

July 18, 2007

I am a Bridgeport resident & although I never met Eric, he is a true American hero. He gave his life for me & my family & for that I can't say thank you enough. Your family made the ultimate sacrifice and I am deeply sorry. Eric is resting in peace & out of harms way now he lives on in your hearts. May u all be blessed with God's love. THANK YOU LILL FAMILY & GOD BLESS AMERICA.

M. Secor

July 18, 2007

Eric
I will always remeber the good times we had and the things we have done. You are my hero. You will be with me for the rest of my life. One day we will see each other again cuz. Uncle Tony and Aunt Charmaine I just want to say that I am so sorry about Eric we all love him very much and will miss him. The tatto i got in his memory means so much to me and I know he would love it to.

Antiono Guglielmo

July 17, 2007

Lill Family,
My deepest condolescences on your recent loss. Although I did not know Eric, I do know that his heroism and bravery will be remembered and cherished by everyone. Hold your memories tightly to your heart because your angel will always be with you.

July 17, 2007

Dear Tony Char& Family
You have my deepest condolonces for your loss. There are no words i can say,but just that you should be very proud of him in what he did for our country. If there is anything you need i'm here for you .You will always be in my prayers. Please give me a call before you go back home. Love Chris Mather (312-225-7808)

Chris Mather

July 17, 2007

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE LILL FAMILY. MY HEART BREAKS FOR YOU ALL! WE ARE THANKFUL, FOR YOUR MOST
COURAGEOUS SON, ERIC. MAY GOD GRANT YOU THE STRENGTH YOU WILL NEED, NOW & FOREVER. I WAS A CLASSMATE OF
ANTHONY LILL.

LINDA BOLOGNA RUBIO

July 17, 2007

charmaine and family my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your son,god bless you from shirley mesa

shirley mesa

July 17, 2007

Eric A. Hill, God Bless You and Yours!

May God's healing power help comfort the family and loved ones of a true AMERICAN HERO, one who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we may preserve our freedom. May we hold Eric's memory in our hearts as we think of a young man who gave his all.

Maria & Eric Varela & Family

July 17, 2007

To the Lill Family,
Our deepesest condolonces go out to your family. We did not know Eric personally, but take pride and respect for the sacrafice he gave for our country. May God bless you and keep you in His prayers.


Graczyk family
Brideport

July 16, 2007

I would like to thank Eric for what he has done for our country.
We will never be forget the sacrifice that he made for us. You are all in my prayers.

Candace Kappel

July 16, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies. My God's good grace be with you forever. Thank you.
The Botica Family

Kathy Botica

July 16, 2007

Our deepest sympathy goes to the Lill family in the loss of your son. The hardest thing I ever had to do was to bury my son, and only a parent who has been there can truly feel your loss. May God be with you in your time of grief, and may you find the strength in Him to go on.
Donna (Ejka) Burns

Donna Burns

July 16, 2007

Our family would like to send our sympathy to the entire Lill family. We are so sorry about Eric's loss. We are also a Military family and we send our prayers out to you. We would like to thank you for letting Eric protect our Country and for all of his bravery and service. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you Eric! God Bless all of our Military men and women!

The Johnston Family (Bridgeport)

July 16, 2007

Dear Loved Ones of Army Sgt. Eric A. Gill:

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray daily for our beloved U.S. soldiers: for the health and well-being of those still serving, that the wounded are healed, and that those who die will enjoy eternal happiness and salvation in heaven. Your son was a fine young man and I am honored to have met his family. God bless you.

Valerie Kach

July 16, 2007

While I didn't know Eric in his adult life, I did grow up with him on Canal Street. We had many fun times together as kids and I only wish we would have kept in touch in our teen/adult years. Our kids are the same ages and when I seen their pictures in the newspaper, my heart was crushed. I am honored to have been friends with Eric, a true hero. My heart aches for all of his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. God Bless you Eric Lill!

George Kelleher

July 16, 2007

Melba Webb

July 16, 2007

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Sharon Topps

July 16, 2007

Eric attended H.S. and played hockey with my 2 sons. It was always a pleasure to have him at our house. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with his family and children. I am saddened by the loss of such a fine young man. Thank you Eric for protecting our country. You will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace.

Gayle Westhouse-Jones

July 16, 2007

Your Body will Rest in Peace my Brother but your Spirit will live on Forever. Your work is finished here. You did very well and noble. We will miss good soldiers like you.
Paul Zickus VN 71-72

Paul Zickus

July 16, 2007

Heartfelt sympathies are being sent to Eric's family. While I did not know him, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank him for his service to our country. God Bless.

Sophie

July 16, 2007

Thank you for allowing your son to be an American Soldier. I am so sorry for his loss. I am a military mom and proud of it. Your family should remain proud. He made a great sacrifice. I will pray for him.

Emily Hildenbrand

July 16, 2007

To the Lill Family,

My deepest sympathy for your loss. I don't know Eric or your family, but I would like to thank you for raising such brave man to protect our country! May he rest in peace. God bless your family and all the men and women in the military.

Karen

July 16, 2007

My deepest sympathy and heart-felt thanks to the entire Lill family for your huge sacrafice. Your Eric is a true American hero.

Michelle

July 16, 2007

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Lill family. My prayers go out to all of you in this time of need.

Kristen Tosado

July 16, 2007

ERIC'S LIFE TOUCHED SO MANY. HE WILL LIVE ON IN HIS CHILDREN. MY FAMILY IS SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE WILL BE MISSED.
TRICIA KAPPEL-MAZUR
CLASSMATE OF ERIC

TRICIA MAZUR

July 16, 2007

To Eric's family: i am so sorry for your loss. May God have Eric at peace. God bless the two beautiful children he left behind.

Elizabeth Ayala

July 16, 2007

We are praying for your family with the loss of your son, father and brother. Eric is a true American HERO.

Georgia Whitehead

July 16, 2007

Eric...I regret now more than ever not keeping in touch with you after high school at St. Laurence. You were a great person! Your demeanor, loyalty, and patience were second to none and you were a true gentleman. I will never forget our lunches together and your great sense of humor. May God be with the Lill family in their time of need. God bless you Eric.

Joe Diliberto

July 16, 2007

Charmaine, Tony and Kortne, i am so sorry for the loss of Eric! He was such a great kid, and will be missed very much, I know as you are i am and always will be very proud of him, He was a big part of our lives,May god be with you and give you strength thru this! i love you guys, Ro

rosemarie Accidentale {Ciaccia}

July 15, 2007

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the people of NATIVITY OF OUR LORD PARISH (Bridgeport). Eric will be remembered at Masses here. May you know the healing touch of Jesus Christ at this most difficult time!

Fr. Dan Brandt

July 15, 2007

My most sincere condolences on your loss. I have a nephew and niece serving overseas in the armed forces. Each and every day, I pray for increased strength and safety for ALL our military.

May the support and prayers bonded from your fellow Chicagoans ease your pain. And, may God bless YOU and YOURS during this difficult time.

"I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you alone, O Lord will keep me safe." -- Psalm 4:8

Carol Ann Bliss

July 15, 2007

Our thoughts & prayers are with you. We are thankful for Eric's courage. Our children attend(ed) Holden school in Bridgeport & think they may have corresponded with Eric the last few years. God Bless!

Anthony, Shannon, Nina, Mike, Cynthia & AJ Gonzalez

July 15, 2007

I am a resident of Bridgeport, I have never met Eric Lill but I would like to say thank you for being brave and courageous and sacrificing your life for the life of others. I will never forget this experience. God Bless Eric Lill, his family and the rest of the GI's. God Bless America.

G. Aguilar

July 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mimi

July 15, 2007

My Family and I would like to express our most sincere sympathy to your Family.
We lived on your block back in the 50's and have never forgotton our Dear Neighbors and Friends
were proud of your Son and Grand Son He and Your Family will be in our Daily Prayers
God Bless you all.

Charliss and Colleen Flood

July 15, 2007

THANK YOU.......MAY YOU REST IN PEACE SO THAT WE CAN LIVE IN PEACE.
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR PLACE IN HEAVEN.

JOSEPHINE MURPHY

July 15, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Lill family in the loss of Eric. I did not know Eric, 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. Eric 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~

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

July 14, 2007

The price Sgt. Eric A. Lill and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Soldier.

May Eric rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Lill family.
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.

"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~

May you find Peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Not Forget Eric's Sacrifice.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Garnet Jenkins

July 12, 2007

As the mother of a son (my only child) who is in the Army and deployed; I want to send my condolences.

Sandy Bonesteel

July 12, 2007

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

July 9, 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

SHIRLEY DONEY

July 8, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007

valorie

July 7, 2007

Though this soldier is not yet known except to their unit or families, my grief for the loss of your son/daughter is felt. I know what it's like to loose your child in war as my son was killed in action too. It feels that your heart has been ripped from you and you don't understand why this happened to your child. I've felt all you will feel in the coming days and weeks and though I’m not close in relation to area, but I am very close by email. I offer any support to you and your family that I can. It's with the Grace of God that I've gotten through each day and with His healing love and comfort that I've been able to once again sleep at night and not cry each day. Believe me I do know how hard it is. May God continue to heal you and your family and contact me when and if you are ever ready, even if it's to vent or cry.

In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq with the 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne Div

deborah rivers

July 7, 2007

Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.

To the family, 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.

Carol Cline

July 7, 2007

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