Greg P. -Gagarin-Obituary

Staff Sgt. Greg P. Gagarin

Los Angeles, California

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You could tell when Greg P. Gagarin was home _ you could hear it. "Greg loves to set off firecrackers every time he comes home," said his father, Ernesto in the northern Illocos Sur province of the Philippines. Gagarin, 38, of Los Angeles, was killed June 3 by an explosive in Thania. He was assigned to Fort Lewis. "He was more than a great artilleryman. He disciplined his men and worked with them," said Brig. Gen. Simeon G. Trombitas. "His soldiers believed in him and we all cared deeply for him." A 19-year Army veteran, Gagarin served in Operation Desert Storm in 1991 and was on his third tour of duty in Iraq when he was killed. "He loved the action," said Gagarin''s eldest brother, Gary. "My brother was a good person. He had a kind heart. He loved his family. He never said anything bad about anyone," said his sister, Aileen Gagarin. He also is survived by his wife, Elma; son, Troy, 7; and daughter, Natasha, 4.

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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 we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Greg P. Gagarin US Army Staff Sergeant. 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...

WE MISS YOU, DADDY!

Oh I just have read all your condolences. I'm the niece of her loving wife. I used to call him "daddy", he's my second dad though I still have my parents. I love daddy so much! He is such a HERO! I MISS YOU SO MUCH, DADDY! I didn't had the chance to thank you, for treating me as your own daughter. I love you, dad, mommy, troy and tasha!

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Greg P. Gagarin:
It has truly been my honor to sign Greg's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Greg will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

In memory of Greg Gagarin. You have not been forgotten.

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Greg P. Gagarin:
Always remembering Greg. "Some gave all."

Happy early B day brother....I will never forget you!!!!

SSG Hilton
Former 1/37 FA

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Greg P. Gagarin:
Please accept my remembrance of Greg on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.