Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"17 SEPT 2011,,It has been 6 years and the memory of that day is still very clear in my mind. As I sit here back in Iraq I know that you are still looking out for all of your 249th Soldiers that have made their way back here since your death. You will never be forgotten and you will always be in our hearts and a very big part of our 249th Family. May God continue to bless your wife and kids. We love you and Miss you."
SGT Toya Carroll of Baghdad, Iraq

"SEP 17 2011... SSG Nelom you are still missed to this day. It has been 6 years since you were taken from us and we still miss you to this day. You are missed everyday and will be missed everyday."
SSG HENRY, Christina of FT. DRUM, NY

"SSG Nelom it has been 5 years now since your passing onto your new life. You are missed everyday and still influence my military life. I have made it to 12years already and you are still the best NCO I have ever had the pleasure of working with. You are the best. I know you are watching down on us and smiling with all the accomplishments that we all have made. You are truly missed and loved to this day. Love you and RIP PLT DADDY.. we got this down here. God bless the entire NELOM family."
Christina Henry of FT DRUM, NY

"To Staff Sgt Nelom and family
it was a pleasure to be station with him. he taught me so much to become a good NCO. i look up to him like my father. I when found he pass it stuck me like i knife he will alway be miss and loved. Thank you for being there for me, in my time need also."
Cpl Alton Sinclair of Spring lake Nc

"u were the best nco in the 249th co we will never forget you and the love and care you gave to your soldiers."
jose mercado of melbourne fl

"August 20, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Regilio E. Nelom:
Regilio 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

"To the family and friends,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies. Losing a loved on is the hardest thing in life. I am writing to not only express my sorrow for you but to let you know about a memorial I am working on. I am creating a quilt to honor the fallen soldiers from the New York City Area. Each soldier will have a panel created. I am inviting the friends and families to get involved. If you are interested or would like some more information please contact me at nycfallensoldiers@yahoo.com"
Esther Kabalkin of Staten Island, NY

"SSG Nelom, You are still living in our hearts and minds. Your leadership, dedication and genuine care for your fellow soldiers was a great example for all those you touched and will live on forever. Thank you for being you, thank you for your sacrifice."
SGT Bermudez of Ft. Bragg, NC

"SSG Nelom, you are always on my mind, I have never forgotten you or all that you have taught me. You always supported me and my family and for that I am grateful. I will always remember the good times and your laughter. You helped me overcome many obstacles and gave advice when I needed it. My life is better for having known you. God bless you and your family, you will never be forgotten."
William "Big Country" Collier Jr. of Schofield Brks, Hawaii

"SGT NELOM, You are still truly missed. I sure miss your smile,laugh and kind ways."
Wendy of Fayetteville NC

"SSG NELOM YOU ARE THE BEST EVER! I THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT, MOTIVATION, AND YOUR GOOD WORDS OF WISDOM IN EVERY SUBJECT. I MISS YOU EVERYDAY AND I WILL NEVER FORGET OR STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU AS LONG AS I CAN THINK AND BREATHE. TO YOUR FAMILY I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THEM AND WOULD LIKE YOUR FAMILY TO KNOW THAT ALL OF US 249TH (18TH QM) SOLDIERS THINK ABOUT YOU AND TALK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY AND REMEMBER EVERYTHING THAT YOU HAVE TAUGHT US. WE ALWAYS TALK ABOUT ALL THE FUN YOU MADE OUT OF WORKING HARD LONG DAYS AND HOW YOU COULD ALWAYS MAKE US ALL LAUGH EVEN THOUGH WE WERE UPSET AND JUST WANTED TO GO HOME. YOU MADE US WANT TO STAY AND GET THE MISSION DONE. AGAIN I MISS YOU EVERYDAY."
CHRISTINA HENRY of FT. BRAGG, NC

"To the Family of SSgt. Regilio Nelom, My deepest symapthys and condolences go out to you and your family. Though I did not know him personally, I was there that night in Iraq. The blast that took your husband happened only feet away from me. Your husbands sacrifice allowed me to come home and meet my daughter, and for that I am forever in his debt. Believe me when I say that myself and my colleagues did everything we could to save his life. I feel compelled to leave this message to you in your time of grief. Please take comfort in the fact he gave his life so that the two other people in his truck and the three in ours could live and remeber his sacrifice. Again my deepest condolences and thank you."
A Grateful Marine of Spokane, Wa

"I did not know Regilio or any of his family members. However, I just wanted to let you know how saddened I am by your loss. I had a loved one killed in Iraq exactly 1 year before Regilio was killed. I pray your family will trust in the Lord to see you through this difficult time."
A friend of North Carolina

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

"TO THE NELOM FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. LOSING SOMEONE SO DEAR IS VERY DIFFUCULT. WE LOST OUR SON LAST YEAR. AN OUR HEART AND PRAYS ARE WITH REGILIO AND YOUR FAMILY. lwahl1@Sears.com God Bless!"
LEONARD WAHL of VALLEY STREAM NY

"To the Nelom Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your Regilio is a true American Hero who will always be remembered and honored. We are praying for you all. God Bless you all and God Bless Regilio."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"Thank you Regilio Nelom, 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 Staff Sgt. Regilio Nelom:
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 Regilio 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 Staff Sgt. Regilio Nelom:
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 Regilio, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia