Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Man time flys but my memory of you and the endless friendship-Honner, Corage ant Commitment you ofeered me and all of Charlie Co. as well as your family will live eternaly. Thanx for always being a friend whos memory makes me push on.

He Who Sheds Blood With Me Shall Forever Be my Brother.. SEMPER FI!"
MATHEWS

"My dearest Blake, I just herd from your father they had to put your dog to sleep and he will be visiting you real soon. Please my love, take care of each other. I'm sure Ziggy is very happy to see you and feeling much better with no pain. I love you!! I miss you!!"
Mommy

"11/30/09... Yesterday made five years and as I looked up article about you, as I do every year, I stumbled across this board. I wish I had found it earlier but I'm so glad I found it now. Now that we've started our own little family, space is tight for pictures in our home. But, I always make room for three special frames... one of you and I in high school, one of you and I when you came home after your first tour, and one of you and your mom at high school graduation. I look at your smile every day and remember you just that way. That shining, handsome smile of yours that was always able to cheer me up. I know you still smile upon us, but even five years later it still hurts to not be able to see your smile in person. I miss you more than you could ever know. I know we're not supposed to dwell on the "what-if's" in life, but sometimes I can't help but to do just that. I wish you were here. That's what I find myself saying most times when I try to talk to you and words escape me. I know you're in a better place, but still... I wish you were here.

I'm going home next month... it's been a long time since I've visited you. Meet me there okay? You know where... where you and I can stare at the stars...

AUNTIE GINA,
I've been trying so hard to find a way to get in touch with you! I'm so glad that I found his board and saw your posts! The last time we talked was right before I lost the cell phone I had and I've been trying to retreive your number ever since. I even messaged Adam on his myspace page but he never got back to me. I miss you and miss talking to you. Please call me when you see this (702) 378-2697. Hope you are all doing well."
Ashley Gussman of Nevada

"Miss you bro."
Sgt. Ozoa, Dominic of Lanai City, Hawai'i

"November 2nd 2009, I'm sitting in the car at lunch. I turn on the radio and the song you made me listen to and dedicated to me when you were alive came on followed by your sweet voice telling that you love and miss me and not to cry because your near and always here beside me. That song was by Boyz II Men (Mama) Thank you baby. Mommy loves you too... I know your Anniversary date November 27 is coming-up and it will be the 5th year not being able to hold my baby boy who left me as a fine young brave man... I Love you my darling Blake. Love you always mommy"
Gina of Florida

"An empty feeling. A void in my life. Nothing will ever feel the same, now that your gone and I can't talk to you face to face, I'm on a fallen hero's wall; talking to you. I'm hoping you can hear me. I just want to say, "I love and miss you dearly my angel.""
Mommy of Florida

"Blakey,

I love you and miss you so much. I constantly wish you were here so I can tell you what's new in my life....and to hear you tell me not to take any crap from boys. You always watched out for me like a brother. I miss you!"
Lindsey Magaoay of Studio City, CA

"July 3rd, Happy Birthday Baby! Mommy loves you! Happy Birthday young man! Mom loves you! Happy Birthday my Angel! "I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!" I hold you close to my heart everyday of my life. Missing your smile, your laughter and your loving, giving heart.

Love, Your mommy"
Gina Ellis-Williams of Port Orange, Florida

"I miss my cousin a lot. The last time i saw him was before he left for the marines on lanai. I still remember all the memories we spent together, how he used to protect me all the time cuz i was his little cousin. I even remember we were at a graduation party on oahu and we got bored so he took me out cruising around the island! that was fun! I even remember we went camping one time and we would just lay on the sand of Manele Beach and just stare at the stars and talk all night. I miss him so much. It's been a long time since he passed, and i know that he is our angel that is watching over us and protecting us. We'll meet again Blake, but until then, continue to be our angel in heaven. We love you so much! Aloha"
Jasmine Dimaya of Lanai City, Hawaii, USA

"This past Memorial day I was flipping through the channels on T.V and it just so happened the news was on. Across the screen flashed all the names of Hawai'i's fallen heros and just as I changed to that channel one named jumped out from the screen BLAKE A. MAGAOAY.

It's been 4 and a half years and even now as I think of our fallen hero, Blake, I can't help the tears of sadness. However, now I can finally cry tears of happiness as I look back and remember the moments we got to spend with him here on earth. Until that day we meet again, Blakey Boy please keep smiling down on us from your perch there in Heaven. Lots of Love always!!"
Gaby Ozoa of Lana'i City

"To the family of Blake Magaoay
Hello, my name is CW3 Larry Magaoay, US Army, currently on my 3rd tour-of-duty in Iraq.
I learned about Blake during my first tour of duty in 2004 while I was in Baghdad. I did not have the privilege to meet this great American. I was saddened and at the same time very proud of him and his actions. One day, I know I will get to meet him and thank him for his sacrifice.
His ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten; it encouraged me to continue my service pass the required time to retire.
While serving my second tour-of-duty, I participated in the 2006 Honolulu marathon that was held here in Tikrit, Iraq in his honor and as a token of my heartfelt appreciation for his sense-of-duty, honor and sacrifice. Thoughts of his loyalty and service to our great nation gave me the determination needed to finish the race. Thank you very much Blake.
To the family, you raised a HERO. It is my sincere prayer that God will continue to manifest His healing power and comfort you. May He bless you and enlarge your territories."
Larry Magaoay of Tikrit, Iraq

"Aloha to Blake's Mom & Ohana: He was my son's friend and fellow Marine. Although I never knew him personally, I will always remember him. He sacrificed his life to give us the freedom that we have here in the U.S.A. I can only imagine how much you're missing him and pray that our Lord Jesus Christ comforts you with his everlasting love. Aloha ke Akua."
Debbee Grady of Kilauea, Kauai, Hawaii

"Today is the 21st of May 2009. It has been four years and a half since my Blakey boy has past, and not a day that passes without thinking about my loving Blake.

Blake, your always on my mind daily. Sometimes I think of the wonderful memories we shared together and other times I just start to cry knowing I'm unable to hold you son, and tell you how much I Love and Miss you so much! I try to remind myself your near and someday we'll be together. I can't tell you Blake how hard it's been without you here, but most of the time I try to suck it up so no one know's how I really feel. I really don't want to burden anyone with my cry baby attitude, not everyone understands what I go through everyday of my life. I do know that I'm closer to God than I've ever been even though he has always been in my life. Blake, I wish you were here to see your little brother grow-up. He misses you too! I love you baby! Mommy's Angel in heaven.

Love Mommy"
Gina Ellis-Williams of Port Orange, Florida

"Dear Gina:

Carmen and I are still heartbroken over the loss of Blakey. We can only hope and pray for healing and happiness for you and your family. He was a great kid, and I hope he visits you often."
Jacques Abellira, USMC & HPD of Honolulu, HI

"Blake,
I miss you man. I remember when I was in MCT and you came and picked me up to go to the mall. (even though we couldn't leave base. haha) It was a blast and the last time I would see you. But i still remember those days on lanai with your Cowboys jersey. haha. they suck by the way. haha. And the time we went camping and you got drunk tripping over everything. that was a blast. Still love you man. Ill see you some day."
Sgt. Ozoa, Dominic USMC of Camp Pendleton, CA / Lana'i City, HI

"I was thinking about you today, this month is always the hardest of all. I still tell people about the toughest dude I ever met, its been a long time, but I remember."
Orion Steele of Alameda, CA

"Once again, another year to remind me that my "Brave, Wonderful, Warrior" is not here to share the holidays with me and our family. Once again I have to explain to everyone who comes in contact with me,"why am I crying?" "why am I sad?" "why can't I smile?" During this week of my sons anniversary the 29th of November when we lost the most important persons in my life that helped me live my life in happiness, I want my son to know how much I really miss him. "Blake, I love you!! I miss you dearly!! I am proud of you!! I feel your spirit near me everyday." "Thank you for being here and talking with me at times when I really needed you too." "Your always on my mind and in my heart." "Whenever a tear falls down my face, I feel my heart ache, knowing I can't hold you physically and talk about so many things." "I am thankful to the Lord for keeping you safe near him up in Heaven. Until we meet again my love, your always remembered and always in my heart for you are my Angel." Love, your Mommy"
Blake Magaoay's mother of Port Orange, Florida

"November 18, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. Blake A. Magaoay:
Blake 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

"Blake, it's goin on 4 years this November, and I still miss you! I think about you each day and remember how much you did for me back in high school. You showed me so much about life, and were always ready with a smile! I love and miss you brah!"
heather of pearl city, HI, USA

"My Condolences to the family of Blake for thier loss. Blake I can't believe its going to be 4 years this year, you were a great friend as well as Marine. I am greatful to have known and served with you from the very start. You have been missed and will always be missed but NEVER FORGOTTEN. I will never forget our friendship, and always remember our other friends like daisy, kat, maurice, and amber. I want you to know that I always try to live my life to the fullest for you and the rest of the fallen brothers. Blake A. Magaoay Rest In Peace bro."
Lclp Sergio Soto of Joliet, IL

"28 Feb 2008

To the Magaoay Family,
My name is Dawn Kucera. First of all, let me offer my sincere condolences to you on the loss of Blake.
I am the state coordinator for a program called Home of the Brave Quilts Project. Our aim is to provide a quilt to the families of all our fallen heroes. Depending on family circumstances, we can make more than one quilt. In the case of your family, it seems appropriate to make a quilt for both Blake's Mom and his Dad. We are in the process of working on the quilts now and they should be completed within a few weeks.

I am now trying to locate both of his parents, but have not been able to confirm an address for either one.

If anyone who knows the Magaoay family members and can help me locate Blake's parents, I hope you will contact me.

From a post below, it seems like his Mom might be in Orange City, Florida. I will be in Florida in early May and would love to deliver the quilt to her in person.

We want you to know that although we didn't know Blake personally, we remember him and grieve with you.The quilt was made by volunteers with love and remembrance.

I look forward to hearing from anyone who can help me find Blake's family.
With warm aloha,
Dawn Kucera
808-677-9709
dawnkucera@mac.com"
Dawn Kucera of Waipahu, Hawaii"
Dawn Kucera of Waipahu, HI

"Blake was a good friend and a steadfast Marine. For those who don't know he had two chances to leave C. co. due to injury before he was killed. The bond that forms among men in combat can never be explained to those who have not felt it. Blake it seems silly for me to write to you here especially when I talk with you often enough in my own way but for myself and others who miss our fallen brother I want to let you know, as well as those who loved you as we do, that everytime I enjoy success, evertime my back is against the wall, everytime I think of taking the easy route, your memory and your presense pushes me onward. I know that no matter where I go or what I do in life your spirit will be with me as you look over all of your brothers still here on earth. Someday we will all be reunited, until then Semper Fi and I miss you."
Steve of Austin, TX

"Blake was a friend and a fellow marine of my boyfriend. I have heard so many great stories and i have had the honor of meeting his aunty a few years back . I wear a memorial bracelet with his name on it and i think of him often. We are going to name our first born son after him. To his ohana may God be with you and I am sorry for your lost. I know my bf loved him very much! We miss you Blake!"
Ruth Kaneko of Kailua, HI/ Baghdad, Iraq

"Blake I miss you. It was a long time we spent in that city. I rember you told me I take to many pictures, well though there not easy to look at anymore, I couldnot be happier or more blessed to have them. It would be a lie if I said that I dident thank of you everyday or maybe everything we went through at least once an hour. I miss you more than I understand. But know that you are in our fathers hands.
Until we meet again brother.
HE WHO SHEADS BLOOD WITH ME SHALL FOREVER BE MY BROTHER. We canot forget brother..."
Jonathan Mathews of san diego ca jonremath@yahoo.com

"I remember Blake from school. I went to tha same intermediate and high school as him. I remember watching the news when it reported that he had passed away... i had chicken skin and felt sad. Tha image that id known of him walking through tha school popped up. He always had a smile on his face. God Bless him, he is a TRUE HERO!! God Bless his family and all tha support they recieved. You are all in ma prayers!"
Roxy of Waianae, Hi

"may the lord be with you god bless you and your lovely family. you are my heroe."
jacqueline roman of santa rosa ca.

"To Blake & his family,

I used to go to Pearl City High School with Blake. I never had a lot of friends; I tend to choose them carefully, and Blake was one whom I considered a friend. His personality to become friends with just about anyone is rivaled only by his content with just how many friends he had. Thanks for being a friend Blake & God Bless you & your family!"
Ryan Chang of Honolulu, HI

"It is going to be two years tomorrow... and I think about Blake everyday... I miss him and love him very much... daisyepena42a@yahoo.com"
Daisy Pena of Oceanside ,CA

"I won't ever forget you my brother"
James Cahill of San Bernardino, California

"On August 26, 2006, we will dedicate a memorial stone at Punchbowl and our program list your name as one whose sacrifice gives us the duty and the priviledge to carry on your legacy of freedom and liberty. Mahalo from Oahu Chapter 858, Vietnam Veterans of America."
Luis Parker of Ewa Beach, HI

"I never got to say my goodbyes to Blake, since I found out so long after... He was a wonderful person. He was funny, and kind, and so warm-hearted. I met Blake in 2004 after a trip to San Diego, and fell in love with him. We dated for a short time, but sadly, the long distances and time spent apart kind of came between us. Despite that, he really touched my life. I want to thank his parents - though I never formally met them - for raising their son. He was an inspiration and still is. Blake, you are really missed. Remember always that you are loved."
Ku'ulani of kuulani@hawaii.edu

"Blake was one of the greatest people I ever met... I miss him so much... He was my Best friend. Thank you for your bravery! YOU ARE MY HERO! I still LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!"
Daisy Pena of Oceanside, CA

"Dearest Blake & Family,

I am grateful to read about your amazing life on this special website and will pray for your Mom and family who miss you dearly every day. I recently had the privilege of talking with your Auntie Ann at Kaiser and learned about what a terrific young man you were in this life who died in Iraq.

We are both sure you are having a awesome life in Heaven with the Lord now you are there with him.

Watch over your family and reassure them how near you really are. Real heros like you are rare to have touched so many. Happy Valentines Day Hawaiian Surfer Kahuna. Pow Now with prayers for PEACE and for all our soldiers to come safely home. Love and I will NOT forget you or your family."
Sharon of Vancouver, Washington ~USA

"To Blakey Boy's family- Everyone who came into contact with Blake was blessed by his genuineness. He was always quick to provide a shoulder to cry on, and I am SO GRATEFUL to him for all of the advice he gave me when we were both at PCHS. He was a good friend, a good listener, but most of all, he was a good MAN. LOVE YOU BLAKEY BOY!!!"
kaleimaile of Pearl City, HI, USA

"I'm greatful for this message board and thank everyone whom made it possible. I know it's been a year now since I lost you Blake, but I still feel the pain as if it was only yesterday losing you. I'm not sure if you hear me but' I want you to know I love you baby and miss you dearly. I can't help but cry and cry knowing your not here once again to share Christmas with me. Your always on my mind and close to my heart and I really wish I could use all my memories and tears to make a stairway to heaven so I can bring you home. I know you are home in heaven, but I wish you were here with me. I asked God to keep me strong so I can face each day without my baby boy Blake."
Blake's mommy of Port Orange, Florida

"LCpl Magaoay,
A name that will be carried out through the history of the world. HONOR THIS MARINE DAILY. KNOW THAT HIS SACRIFICE AND DEATH WAS FOR YOUR FREEDOM. Many Marines will pass just as thoughs before us, but the only thing we can do is fight for the same purpose that they died for. So that way our fallen Marines know that it wasnt for nothing. On NOV 29 for the rest of your life remember this Marine, for he died for his fellow troops and his country.LCPL MAGAOAY I SALUTE YOU. SEMPER FI."
USMC of USMC

"IM A MARINE CPL STATIONED ABOARD CAMP PENDLETON, CA. I WAS BORN IN WAIPAHU AND RAISED AROUND THE WORLD. I WENT HOME ON LEAVE AND HEARD THE NEWS FROM MY RECRUITER. ON NOV 29 I WILL HONOR THAT MARINES DEATH. I DIDNT KNOW BLAKE MAGAOAY, BUT AS A FELLOW MARINE FROM THE SAME STATE I FEEL THE PAIN JUST AS EVERY MARINE. JUST KNOW THAT HIS DEATH WILL BE HONORED, AND REVENGE HAS AND WILL BE TAKEN FOR HIS DEATH AND OTHER MARINES THAT HAVE FALLEN FOR THIS COUNTRY."
CPL JULIAN of CAMP PENDLETON, CA U.S.A

"To Blakes family,our deepest condolences.Our son Cpl. Levi Presmyk went to SOI with Blake, and considered him a friend. He was in Ramadi when he learned of his death. We just heard of this site due to the death of our nephew sgt. Kenneth Schall on 22 may 05. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your son and all of the American Heroes that have given all for the freedom we hold so dear. God bless you and Blake."
kevin presmyk of Camp Verde AZ USA

"Corporal Magaoay, goodbye soldier and thank you. You are my hero."
Bill of Houston, Texas

"We love you and we miss you boy.. The Last Christmas that we spent with you back home on Lanai was awesome..Let the good time roll huh..We know that things will never be the same without you.. but we know that America can still live as the land of the free because of you,the rest of fallen soldiers, and the soldiers still fighting today.. Makana and Chad surely did kick * for you over in fallujah..We love you again, ALways in our hearts..We see you when we get there...LANAI BOY 96763..."
CPL Makana Cortez & Lucelyn Bolo of Salt Lake, Hawaii. Home town: Lana'i City

"Blake A. Magaoay our thoughts and prayers are always with you!!!"
unknown of Lanai City

"Thank you to all of you who have posted a message in honor of Blake, we miss him everyday and wish so hard sometimes that this is only a bad dream and he will call home real soon . . . we truly appreciate all these young men and women who sacrifice their lives for all of us! Love to all from his family in Waimanalo, Hawaii"
Aunty Nina of Waimanalo, HI

"To everyone who knew Blake... Family, Friends and Loved Ones...

He was the best person I knew, always standing up for his friends and always finding new ways to make you smile... I remember the first time I met him... It wasn't until years later however, that he became such a big part in my life and my heart... I love you Blakey Boy Gram Cracker... Thank you for your bravery... I truly miss you... thank you for being my hero.."
Gabrielle Ozoa of Palolo Valley, HI/U.S.A (Lana'i City)

"My sincerest condolences to you and yours. Blake will be missed by all who had the priviledge of meeting him. You are in my prayers."
Dorothy Mickens (David Larkins Sister) of Ft. Jackson, SC

"There are no words to express the sorrow we feel for your loss. May God bless you and help you through this time."
Dan and Meg Manninen of San Antonio, Texas

"To the family and friends of Lance Corporal Blake A. Magaoay,

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, Ca USA

"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, Blake, will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you ALWAYS. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"Thank you Blake Magaoay, 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 Lance Cpl. Blake Magaoay:
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 Blake 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 Lance Cpl. Blake Magaoay:
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 Blake, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia