Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"From a fellow old "Doc" (67-75).
Semper Fi and Rest in Peace."
Dan McDevitt of Chicago, IL, USA

"March 28, 2008
To the family of Petty Officer 2nd Class Cesar O. Baez:
Cesar 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 of Carson City, NV

"I still have a shirt that Cid drew the design for when he was with 3rd Recon. If his family or son would like it I will be proud to send it to them. I can be contacted at david_eckrich@yahoo.com"

"Cid was a funny guy and a great artist. Even though we haven't spoken in 10-15 years, his loss is still a tragedy to those that knew him, and to America as a whole. He was the best of us."
Dave (3rd Recon) of St. Louis

"Cid,

Fairwind and Following Seas! I am so sorry we lost touch over the years. I think of you often, and miss you and Rosanna very much. You two were alwyas the best of friends and family. You WILL be missed!!! I love you Compa!"
HM3 (FMF) Jason 'J' Allen of Groves, TX USA

"Cid you are a man among men you stood for what many others could only hope to stand for. I will never forget you brother, there is not a day that goes by that I dont think about you and your family. Semper Fi Blackhearts for life. I hope to meet up some day and get in a game of spades."
Christopher Vandling of Mahwah, NJ

"RIP DOC.
You are not Forgotten."
navy seabee of USA

"To the Baez Family, I am sorry for your loss. Cesar was a fine man and an outstanding Sailor and Hospital Corpsman. I met him several times in Ramadi. I was a board member for his Fleet Marine Force Warfare device. I am honored to have known such a man. I am thankful for his service and his sacrifice. He will always be remembered in my mind. God Bless You and Keep you Forever!"
HM1(FMF/PJ) Estevan Pacheco of Okinawa Japan

"Doc was one of my greatest friends....I miss him alot...I just wanted to say that there isnt a day that goes by that I dont think of him.

I have a sign that I made up that sits out in front of the house, in remembrance of him and some of the other guys that fell in Iraq, during all military holidays...He was a Funny guy and a blast to hang out with...he was always able to get you to laugh...and was about the only corpsman that I trusted 100% with my life....He will be missed...
Take care my FRIEND know that you are missed..."

"You were an amazing Sailor, Corpsman, Shipmate and person. Thank you for your service."
Scott of San Diego, CA

"To Cesar Family
Sorry about your loss.

To Cid:
Semper Fi Cid
you were great buddy and friend. I served with Cid in 1996 with 2/5 Marines."
SSG Keene, James of colorado springs, CO

"To the family of:Cesar O. Baez I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. My heart cries out for you in your grief and you have my thoughts and prayers. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully we will all meet in Heaven one day where we will rest in the arms of Jesus. If you need prayer or need someone to talk to, please call or write my pastor: Rev. John Pearrell 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Polly Ballew Covington,Ga"

"I personally worked with SID at NMCSD orthopeadics dept. he was as great a LPO as any and a great man and father to his kids. To this very day he is still missed and will always be remembered."
HM2 Mark Pierre of San Diego, California

"Cid,
Semper Fi. Recon Brother.(3rd Recon93)
To the Family of Cid,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am now at a Naval Hospital and there are fellow Corpsman here who served with Cid, I knew him in our previous life in Oki, He will be missed greatly, please know that I extend my deepest sympathy. If you ever need anything at all please feel free to contact me.
linus4sally@aol.com"
Marc Nelson, LTJG of Lemoore Ca,

"Sid, There is not a day I do not think of you. I am a better person for have knowing you."
HMC R. J. Lewis of Oceanside, CA

"Thank you. Fair winds and following seas, shipmate. God bless you."
Chuck of Dallas, Texas

"May your family be comforted in this time of trial, and may you always take pride in his service. God bless your FMF Doc...

Semper Fidelis."
C. Nordstrom of Biddeford, Maine

"To all the Baez family.

You have my sypathy and love. Cid was my senior corpsman with 2/5 from 1997 to 2000 when I left. He was a great man I will miss him.

Much love
HM3(FMF/SW) Shaw, Michael J"
Michael J Shaw of Naval Hospital Yokosuka Japan

"To Cesar O Baez and Family,
Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice for our country that you have served for numerous years as a former Marine turned Corpsman. I served along side you in OIF1 3/1. You have given up so much in you life for a greater cause and I salute you and your family."
HM3 Keosibounheuang, Kevin of Okinawa, Japan

"To Cesar's Family, I wish to offer my deepest condolences to you. Cesar will always be remembered and honored. Cesar is a true American Hero. May God Bless you all."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"I served with Cid at NTC for 3 years. I transferred to Okinawa when he went to Camp Pendelton. He died serving his country which is something he loved doing. I will never forget him and he will live on forever within our hearts. You all are in my prayers and if you need anything, please e-mail me at johnvickimolly@gmail.com. God bless him. He will be missed."
Vicki Brantly of Okinawa, Japan

"To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Cesar O. Baez,

Those we hold most dear, never truly leave us. May you find comfort in love's everlasting connection.

In the Support section of this web site you will find links to many groups that support you at this crucial time. The Marine Comfort Quilt group would be honored to send a quilt to the next of kin. There are many, loving and caring Americans from all over the United States that will never forget the sacrifice that your loved one has made for our Freedom. Please use our link and register so we can send you our "Love Stitched Together."

Proud Marine Mom and Proud Member of Marine Comfort Quilts "
Sandra Moudy of Placentia, California USA

"My prayers are with you. When I heard the news, my heart broke. I know that it hurts, and the hurt will stay in your heart, just remember the good memories you had and the sun will shine through. God Bless."

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"ANYWHERE, ANYTIME
God has a way of directing our lives.
In the Navy Hospital Corps, his love surely thrives.

I don't know why we were chosen for the medical field.
But, God's reasons were soon revealed.

Compassion and strength that we never knew we possessed,
Was given to us by God, so the way to heal could be accessed.

He chose both men and women to serve,
Then gave us what it takes and a lot of nerve.

The Navy Corpsman can express his innermost feelings,
Like when he holds a sick baby in his arms and his love is so revealing.

Where does the courage come from, a Corpsman will never boast.
He will never back down when his comrades need him the most.

The Navy Corpsman does not fear the mud and the grime.
He is ready to go Anywhere, Anytime.

How can he charge into adversity and face certain death ?
With nothing but his-unit one and a prayer on his breath.

A Corpsman's responsibility is great, but his charges he will protect.
He will look after the sick and dying and never neglect.

When he is finally alone and there is no one to know,
The tears in his eyes will finally show.

What is on the Corpsman's mind is between him and his God.
It will never be revealed, no matter where on earth he will trod.

On judgement day, God will probably say, Corpsman Up! your place has been reserved.
For all the deeds you did while on earth, your heavenly reward is well deserved."
------O.W.(Smokey)Cleveland
(c)1996"
HM2(AW) Kelsey, M. of USNH Guam

"To my cousin Cesar,

I remember our times as young kids together at your house, my house and at grandma's house. I remember a photo that we took together in which we were proudly showing off our stick on tatoos, but that was many years ago and now we both have served our country, we have seen war, we have families of our own. I will forever cherish our times together and will offer those memories to your family if they wish as those were some happy times. I know that at your memorial service, I will attempt to remain strong and will offer your parents, brothers, and sisters my condolences as well as your wife and kids. I remember when you asked me advice about military service based on my own service and my only regret is that I could not be there with you to watch each others backs. I will miss you always "piggy", may God keep you in his tender care and for your family, I offer whatever service you may need that I can provide.

PS: I know that the streets of heaven are guarded by Marines, so don't try to get out guard duty by telling them that you are a sailor. You may be a sailor, but remember the saying; "Once a Marine, Always a Marine."

Semper Fidelis Cesar, I love you"
James B. Flores (Dino) of Oceanside, CA

"We are deeply sorry for your loss. America will forever honor your Hero.
The Courage, Honor, and Valor that your Hero showed will always be remembered.
We are grateful for the sacrifice that was made and we will NEVER FORGET.
God Bless your family and please know that you are not alone.
All of our prayers are with you."
Jennifer and SSGT Larry Mays of Massillon, Ohio

"We Will NEVER FORGET !"
Please KNOW so many people share your sadness, and we are remembering your family in your loss and your deep grief. Your HERO, Cesar will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you ALWAYS. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"to the baez family,
i met "SID" back in 99 when we were at 5th Regiment and again through HMC Mata and i served with him during OIF I, we were at 3/1 togther. he was a true friend and great example of a sailor/ ex-marine. i am sorry for your loss. my prayers are with you and your family. he is a hero to me & to us all and will never be forgotten.

i love you carnal thank you for your sacrifice."
HM2(FMF)Richard Nevarez of MCB Camp Pendleton

"RIP SHIPMATE"
US Navy Sailor

"TO THE BAEZ FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. WE ARE DEEPLY SADDEN BY THE LOST OF CESAR. HE HAS TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF MANY. AN THE MANY WILL NEVER FORGET HIM. THIS WAS CESAR'S CALLING IN LIFE TO SERVE OUR GREAT COUNTRY. AN ALL AMERICAN'S ARE ALOT SAFER BECAUSE OF HIM. SINCE 911 HE HAS FOUGHT AGAINST TERRORISM AND TO HELP OUR FORCES AND THOSE IN IRAQ. HE IS AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A SPECIAL HEART FOR OTHER'S. AN SO THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL OUR SON'S SERVED TOGETHER. OH, I REALIZE NEITHER KNEW ONE ANOTHER. SERVING TWO DIFFERENT BRANCHES OF SERVICE. YET, BOTH ARE BROTHER'S IN ONE AMAZING MILITARY FAMILY. TO ALWAYS WATCH OVER ONE ANOTHER AND EACH OTHERS UNIT. WE LOST OUR SON LAST YEAR. MY TEARS ARE WITH GREG, CESAR AND ALL THE WOUNDED AND FALLEN. CESAR YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. FOR YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOUR LIFE IN VAIN. THOSE SERVING IRAQ WILL MISS YOU. yET, YOU ARE IN THEY HEARTS AND PRAYS. AS YOU ARE IN MY HEART AND PRAYS. GOD BLESS!"
LEONARD WAHL of VALLEY STREAM NY

"Navy Petty Officer Cesar O Baez,"thank you" isn't enough for the ultimate sacrifice you gave to each of us. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.""
Jerry & Toni Longville of Akron, Ohio

"Thank you Cesar Baez, you will not be forgotten. Your bravery goes beyond words. I want to express my deepest gratitude for your sacrifice. To the family and friends, my prayers and deep condolences in your loss. May God strengthen you from knowing that fellow Americans and people around the world care about you and grieve with you in your loss. God bless you all. A very appreciative fellow American,"
Leo Titus of Grayslake, Illinios

"To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Cesar Baez:
May God's grace be with you during your time of grief. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and we feel your loss and share in your sorrow. Bless Cesar for the sacrifice he has made to make a better life for the rest of us."
The Ford Family of Wells, Nevada

"To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Cesar Baez:
I am saddened by the loss of your loved one. He will always be remembered as a hero for fighting for freedom. I hope that this website will be a source of comfort and encouragement for you during this difficult time, and in the future as you recall the memories of Cesar, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia