Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Nolasco told me this in Iraq I don't remember the exact date but he knew my relationship just ended so he told me this story. He said when he was younger in Mexico he was in the market, and at the time he was going through a rough relationship. Out of the blue an older woman came to him and said there are 2 kinds of women in this world the kind that build you up and the kind that break you down. He said he thought for a second and as he turned to say something to her she was gone. And that helped a lot to let that relationship go. Thank you brother you were always there anytime anyone needed you. YOU PUMP ME UP you used to say cause we worked out together we both had profiles for our knees LOL TILL WE MEET AGAIN"
PFC MAHAFFEY of Anoka, Minnesota, USA

"Nolasco you were the best friend I could have asked for at that time in my life. Thank you for always listening."
PFC MAHAFFEY of Memphis, TN, USA

"Thought of you again today brother. RIP, I think of you a lot. You are missed."
Gilbert Sprous of Mansfield England

"A fallen brother..."
Joseph M. Lawler of Maryville, Mo

"Remembering Marcos again and again, what a man to serve with. Always, and I mean always had a smile and time to talk. He will be missed every year by family and friends. Thank you for everything CPL."
Gilbert Sprous of Mansfield, England

"I'll never forget the kindness that Marcos showed me when I was a young confused soldier. The package that his family sent me in Iraq will always have a place in my heart. Although nothing can replace the feeling of losing a loved one I hope you take pride in knowing what kind of amazine man Marcos was and the influence he has on so many young mens lifes."
Jordan presnell of Kansas city mo.

"I never want to forget the sacrifices of so many young men and women. I am so proud it makes me cry. I understand in theory only that war is a part of human nature but so is love and caring. I wish I could take the families pain away but I can't. I am committed to loving ALL people, myself and our environment. I am committed to working on my happiness everyday because so many have died for my freedom to live my life. Thank you is not enough but it is all I have. All my love and respect. ogersteiner@yahoo.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEjz-wAQLSA&feature=PlayList&p=477CB1585D5551F3"
Scott Steiner of Worthington, OH/USA

"I never want to forget the sacrifices of so many young men and women. I am so proud it makes me cry. I understand in theory only that war is a part of human nature but so is love and caring. I wish I could take the families pain away but I can't. I am committed to loving ALL people, myself and our environment. I am committed to working on my happiness everyday because so many have died for my freedom to live my life. Thank you is not enough but it is all I have. All my love and respect. ogersteiner@yahoo.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEjz-wAQLSA&feature=PlayList&p=477CB1585D5551F3"
Scott Steiner of Worthington, OH/USA

"Marcos was a true friend, always happy and always had a way to make you laugh no matter what the situation. He is very missed."
Shawn Vandergoot of San Diego, CA

"Marcos was a GREAT friend who I met when I was 13. I remember my dad giving me the OK to drive Marcos down to the DMV and letting him use our family car to take his driver's license test. Two weeks later he came down from MCAS El Toro with a beat up yellow bug that we went everywhere in.
I miss Marcos and his sense of humor.
I'll never forget you bro"
Erwin Erhard of San Diego, California

"May 20, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Marcos O. Nolasco:
Marcos 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

"http://army.togetherweserved.com/profile/80359
In your memory....

SSB Brennan Avants"
Brennan of COB Basrah, Iraq

"Never forgotten"
Delaney Ryan of San Diego

"Marcos,
We still remember. We all miss you, bro."
SGT Gregory Hussey of New Boston, OH

"We still miss you to this day man. May the angels watch over you always my friend."
Jan Ohrstrom of Phoenix, AZ

"You may be gone but you are never forgotten!"
SGT Di Gregorio of Fairborn OH

"Rest in Peace, I will always remember your outgoing attitute that would make my day."
SGT Eisman of Moreno Valley, CA

"Yo Nolasco, I will never forget working with you that day brother. I hope you are at peace and your family is safe."
Larry Casteel of London, Kentucky

"Marcos,

Your smile and broad greeting was a highlight in my Army career. You were one of the "good guys", one that truly cared about his fellow soldiers, his family, and his country. When you died it was like a shot to my heart. I'll see you again in heaven. Until then..."
Jon of Waco, Texas

""HEY MARCITOS THIS IS THE AVALOS FAMILY WE LOVE YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH AND WE LOVE YOU FOR ALL YOUVE DONE FOR OUR COUNTRY""
AVALOS FAMILY of NATIONAL CITY, CA

"yo! Ah ho e yea ha Ho! in a blessing way."
NISI of SAN DIEGO

"HEY COUSINS I LOVE U SO MUCH AND ARTURO AND ALL OF US LOVE YOU VERY MUCH AND ARE DOING REALLLY GOOD IN SCHOOL WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AND LOVE YOU FOREVER AND EVER I OVW YOU FOREVER AND EVER!!!!!!!AVALOS FAMILY LOVES YOU FORVER"
AVALOS FAMILY of NATIONAL CITY CA

"we love u marcos well never forget u u and what youve done foer our counrtry we love you!!!!"
gaby avalos of national city ,ca

"To the family of:Marcos O. Nolasco I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully, we will 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, Gateway Community Church, 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ,"
Polly Ballew of Covington,Ga

"My prayers and thoughts will always go out to Mariko and Angel. Marcos was a true friend and a devoted father. I will forever remember the impact he had on my life. The main thing I will always remember him for is his ability to motivate others to excell at whaterver task was at hand. And to you, Marcos, "You Pump Me Up, Dude!""
SPC Christopher A Robinson of B-1/33 FA Bamberg Germany - Waco, Georgia

"I was searching for my old friend on the internet and was in tears when I found him. My prayers go out to Mari and Angel. Marcos will always hold a spot in our hearts. Thank you for the memories."
Chris Garcia

"To the family of Army Cpl Marcos O. Nolasco; I represent a group of women "Moms of Military" Riverside Ca. Chapter. This group of women is made up of blue and gold star moms and wives.
We are truly sorry for your loss and your sacrifice. Marcos is our American Hero and we vow to always to remember him. Please except our deepest condolences and our sincere gratitude. As a group women we have vow to always remember all our fallen hero's. And we wish to remember Marcos. Please know that our hearts are true and we mean well. There is organization called American Hero's Tribute across American. This organization at no cost to you will have a banner made in honor of Marcos. The banner is 3'ft wide and 9'ft long. His name and picture will be place on the banner and when completed, they will hang this banner in your city to pay tribute, to remember and honor Marcos. If you wish to participate please e-mail @ me badswife1@sbcglobal.net, and I will forward your information.
with all due respect and sincere hearts we are truly sorry for your loss. Marcos is our American Hero!
God Bless,"
Mary, of Riverside Ca.

"There aren't words to express the grief we all feel for your loss. May God bless you and watch over you."
A. Avalos (your cousin) of San Diego

"Marcos,
I would like to say you make me so proud first of all. I will miss you and remember you always. I would like you and your family to know that I will tell my kids about you when they grow up. Yes, I will let them know about, one of the most bravest persons I've ever known with in my life time. I will let them know about the Jazz music you always tried to get me to listen too. Marcos saw the brighter side in everyone and made everybody laugh and feel special about themselves. I feel now this world is definately a lonelier place with out you. "Eres mi hermano y nunca te olvidare" Mariko-san and Angel my condolences to you and La familia Nolasco. You are all forever in my thoughts 26-Dec'04...."
Enrique "Supa Rick" Villanueva of Okinawa, Japan

"Thank you brave soldier for sacrificing your today for my children's safer tomorrow. You have our utmost respect and gratitude. May God provide your family with comfort in their time of sorrow. May you forever rest in Heavenly peace. Neither you nor your sacrifice will be forgotten. For the family/friends: May time provide happy loving memories in place of present sorrow. Look to the sky for in the infinite meadows of Heaven the bright shining stars bloom....the forget-me-nots of angels. God bless you and thank you."
a grateful family in Phoenix, AZ

"Marcos,
Thank you for being part of so many people's lives out here in Okinawa. You were loved and will truly be missed. Rest assured you really did make us proud.

Our prayers and condolences to Mariko & Angel."
Henry C. Ortega of Okinawa, Japan

"Marcos was a co-worker and a friend. He was a good man. My deepest condolences to Mariko and Angel."
Ana of San Diego, CA

"I met Marcos back in 1989 through mutual friends. Though I only knew him for a short time I remember he was a very funny and loving person. My prayers and thoughts are with his family"
Sheila Medina of Las Vegas, NV

"I can't believe Marcos is dead. I'm in shock. Still remember the good times at Okinawa Living magazine hanging out with Marcos, Ana, Rick, Yoshie, and Natalie...etc.....he was so much fun, and vibrant, and wickedly funny, and exasperating, and free-spirited, and crazy....and magnetic. He will be missed."
Paola Hornbuckle of San Diego, California

"I pray for comfort and strength for family and friends in the passing of this loved one, Marcos O. Nolasco. He gave his all, may we give our all and pray for peace and true freedom in Iraq. It was important to Marcos and its up to us to finish what he started. Bless you all."
Ruth Daniel of Temple Tx USA

"To Marcos' Family and Friends:

On behalf of the Blanco-Caldas family, we send our sincerest condolences. We share the same loss ... the same pain. Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time and we thank you for his bravery and sacrifice.

Sincerely,

The Family of Capt. Ernesto M. Blanco-Caldas, 82nd Airborne, KIA Iraq 12/28/2003.

Gloria Caldas (his mom) of San Antonio, TX
gloria.caldas@banksterling.com"

"Thank you Marcos Nolasco, 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 Spc. Marcos Nolasco:
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 Marcos 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 Spc. Marcos Nolasco:
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 Marcos, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia