Rocky needs our thoughts and prayers

[redman1]

I posted on Morning Zephyr
Rockys son at age 30 passed away a couple of days ago. He was found in his apt by the manager and had been gone two days when found. As of now we don't know what happened.
Rocky is very upset as you can understand but even with his problems he wanted me to wish all of you a good Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day.
He will be back on LN when he feels better. Right now he is mixed up with emotions as we all would be.
So our thoughts and prayers should be out to Rocky and his family
Rocky were here for you brother
Semper Fi Buddy

[awbrown1462]

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Rocky my Prayers are with you in this time of lose

[redman1]

Yes Dave its Rhode Island (Rocky)
Have to get to work now but Rocky remember our thoughts and prayers are with you all the time.
Semper Fi Buddy

[Lisa 23]

Rocky...although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
You have my sincere condolences .......

[joe mccormick 3]

iam sorry foor your lost may god be with you we are all with you semper-fi

[Mongoose]

God bless you and your family, Rocky.

[HM3 Doc Wilder]

Sorry to Hear About Your Son ROCKY-May God Bless You and Him Always.Your in my Prayers.EAT Food-It Helps.

[montana]

way to sad...my heart to you and yours rocky

[DocGreek]

:flag:.....ROCKY, I'm going to church to light a candle for your son and one for you. My thought's and prayers will be with you......GOD BLESS.....
SEMPER FIDELIS.......Doc Greek.....:flag:

[USNAviator]

Rocky please accept my deepest condolences. May God comfort you and your family in this time of sadness and grief

[Zulu 36]

Prayers going out for you and your son, Rocky. You've helped me on a couple of minor issues and I'm here for you if you need my help. Semper Fi, bro.

[MOS4429]

Rocky, I am sorry to hear this unfortunate news. My prayers are with you and your family.

[Preacher]

God be with you and your family Rocky.

SF, Jay

[hbharrison]

Rocky condolences to you. My prayers go out to you and your family.

[Marine1955]

So sorry Rocky and at this time of year it makes the celebration of the holidays fly out the window. Our deepest Sympathy to you and your loved ones at this trying time in your life..


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[jamielang1951]

Rocky
I always feel like my words are so inadequate at expressing my sorry for the lost of someone's child. I guess it's because I know how deep the pain is.
If you need anything, just to talk or anything at all, PM me and I'll give you my number, no matter what time, day or night.

We are all here for you.

You and your family are in my prayers.

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Love you Brother.

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[ameriken]

Yo Rocky, I don't think there is anything I can say that can console you and I cannot even imagine how you must feel at losing a child, I have no idea how I would handle it. All I can say is that we all stand with you and for you with our thoughts and prayers and I am very sorry and saddened to hear this. I do ask that somehow God can find the way to give you the strength and healing you need to get through this.

Semper Fi, Ken

[redman1]

[quote=Dave2571;818649]Sent him a PM, he must be absolutely devastated.

Dave he is and he said to tell all of you his brothers that he will be back someday but he doesn't know how long it will be.
If and when I talk to him I will tell him how all of you feel and how much we all love him.
I do hope he reads this thread from time to time even if he doesn't answer.
Just everyone be patient with him and send him your love and even PM him if you like but don't expect a answer anytime soon but remember he will read it sometime and see how much he is loved and thought of.
Semper Fi Buddy:flag:

[chulaivet1966]

Wow....my sincerest condolences for Rocky and family.
Words are so inadequate when someone is so young.

Best to you and family during this time of mourning....stay tough.

[Phantom Blooper]

Sincerest sympathy to you and your family Rocky in this time of sorrow.

Thoughts and prayers to you and your loved ones.

Semper Fi!

[Sgt Leprechaun]

Rocky you are for sure in my prayers and thoughts my friend.

[Quinbo]

Rocky ... may the Lord lift your son into his loving arms. I pray that you have the strength to overcome this terrible tragedy. I offer my sincere condolances. Walk with the Lord and stand strong. Your family needs you to lead them through their grief with your will and strength.

[RLE0352]

My condolences to you and your family, Rocky. You will be in our thoughts.

[Mongoose]

Rocky, I can't image. So very sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you and your family. Hang in there, brother.

[gina]

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[DrZ]

Rocky,

You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.

When You feel Lonely
When a person you love passes away
Look to the night sky on a clear day.
The star that to you, appears to be bright,
Will be your loved one,
Looking upon you during the night.
The lights of heaven are what shows through
As your loved one watches all that you do.
When you feel lonely for the one that you love,
Look to the Heavens in the night sky above.

Author unknown

[kaelobo]

Prayers to you and your family. bob

[Burke7051]

My condolences to you Rocky my Brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.

Semper Fi,
-Derek "Cpl B" Burke.

[ecfree]

ROCKY,it's times like this that leaves me without anything to say....
God bless you my brother and God bless the soul of your son...
SEMPER FI MY BROTHER:iwo:................Ed

[redman1]

Update on Rocky
He called me today and wanted everyone to know what's going on
Tonight a Wake from 4-8
Tomorrow funeral
Friday Cremate Chris
Saturday Take his ashes and bury him beside Rocky's mom
Through all this Rocky is thinking about you all and hope he is not letting anyone down.
I tried to encourage him to read these post even though he don't feel like answering them.
He say again Tell everyone to have a good Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day
He don't know how long it will be before he will feel like giving any answers but he is thinking of all of you.
Rocky is doing as good as can be expected and has been to his VA appointments.
It does my heart good to see all these responces, Thanks Brothers
Semper Fi Buddy

[rufus1]

May our GOOD LORD'S HOLY SPIRIT surround you, your son, your family and all the friends giving comfort and understanding during this time of great grief and sorrow. SEMPER FI BROTHER and you will be in my prayers.

[sscjoe]

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May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
When the shadows fall-
You do not walk alone.

[advanced]

We're here for you Rocky, wish I could do more but I'm praying for you and your family and your son.

[linda1945]

Rocky, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. :( No words can ease the pain you are going through, but we are all here for you. It's not easy losing a child as I've lost one myself. Prayers outbound to you Rocky. God bless you!!

[FistFu68]

:usmc: GodBless You Rocky,May Your Son Rest In Peace...Semper Fidelis :usmc:

[VictoryttBold]

:iwo:You're in my thoughts bro.

[charm1110]

Rocky, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My prayers are with you brother. When I needed a little help you stepped right up and I will do the same for you anytime. Call or email me anytime you need or want to. I know there are no words that can relieve the heaviness in your heart right now but I'm here for you as well as many others whom you've helped here. God Bless you Brother !

Semper Fi !
Charles

[redman1]

Good Morning Rocky, hope you have read these postings from you friends by now.
It will show that your not letting anyone down and how much these Marines Love and care about you.
Thanks for the update call yesterday and hope everything went as well as could be expected last night.
Thoughts and Prayers out to you today while you continue doing what you have to do.
Semper Fi Buddy
P.S. Thanks everyone for all the kind words and encouragement you have given Rocky.
Nobody cares as much as another Brother Marine about another Marines
Once A Marine Always A Marine
Happy Marine Corps Birthday

[jrhd97]

I am sorry to year about your son Rocky. We are praying for you and your family.
Semper Fi, Andy

[MarshRunner]

Rocky ... thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

SF, Mike

[buggoffextco]

God keep you and your family during this trying time...Semper Fi my brother, Semper Fi...

[HST]

Hang in there Rock....we'll all be together again some day on the other side.

[sempidr]

Rocky.
This is so sad. I am truly sorry for you and yours.
We're all here for you, when you are ready to return, and our prayers will
be with you.

Semper Fi and God Bless, My friend.

Sempidr

[Osotogary]

So sad to hear this information, Rocky. Prayers and outgoing well wishes to you and your surviving family members.
Gary

[SlingerDun]

You're gonna need a manager to handle all the fan mail!?

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Hang in there

Gotta run, we got sasage and bell peppers cookin and pops is gettin impatient...

[redman1]

Rocky Update:
Didn't hear from him today and I hope he is looking at this thread and see's all this love and support he has from his brothers.
Thoughts and Prayers are always with you Rocky
Semper Fi Buddy

[cantonmark]

Prayers outbound for Rocky and family.

[ecfree]

ROCKY,said a rosary for you today.
God bless you my brother...
SEMPER FI:iwo:.........................Ed

[Zulu 36]

Still thinking of you, Rocky. Prayers outbound.

[redman1]

Morning Rocky Our thoughts and prayers are with you today
Semper Fi Buddy

[jrhd97]

Good Morning Rocky,
You and your family will be in my families prayers for awhile. I can't imagine what your dealing with.
Rest assured our almighty Father has you in his hands.
Semper Fi

[redman1]

Rocky, Hope you are doing O.K.
Just a note to say hope your reading this thread and maybe we will talk this weekend.
On this Veterans Day thanks for being my brother and serving your Country
My prayers are with you
Semper Fi Buddy

[Mongoose]

My heart goes out to you brother. Been praying for you'll every night.

[ecfree]

Our prayers out to you my brother,hang in there bro...
Keep the faith Marine....:usmc:
SEMPER FI:iwo:..............Ed

[EGTSpec]

Semper Fi Marine. When one of us hurts we all hurt.

[Osotogary]

Well, Rocky, it is saturday the 12th of November in the year 2011, two days after the birth of the Marine Corps and one day after Veteran's Day, two very historical days. Still, all in all, with all the celebration and solemn reflection it is hard not to think of you and your family and what you all are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Do the best that you can, one step at a time. I look forward to seeing your posts again even if it might only be to tell someone to *uck off. Be good.
Gary

[Ronal5]

May God Bless You and Your Son Rocky

[redman1]

Update from Rocky
He called me today and I missed his call but he left me a message and I'll try to call him tomorrow
He burried Chris his son today
Rocky sure hope you find the strength and time to read all these post and see how much you mean to everybody.
Semper Fi Buddy

[3522]

Hang in, Rockhead, it gets better, eventually. I'm pulling for you and yours.

[LLN2111]

Peace, Love, and Light to you and your family, Rocky.

Semper Fi
:(

[Zulu 36]

Bump, and still thinking of you and your family, Rocky.

[Captain Kirk]

Praying for Rocky and his family in this tragic time. May God comfort you in his loving arms.

[McT ontheRock71]

We express our sorrow to you and your family at your loss. Our prayers go out for God's comforting hands to be upon you all.

[redman1]

Rocky Update
Just got off the phone with Rocky.
He is still upset and doesn't know what to say and is still dealing with funeral stuff.
Chris was burried Saturday and he is still getting things set
He really wants everyone to know how much he appreciates your thoughts and prayers. He still hasn't been on LN but hopes to soon.
I told him about this thread and how much all of you support and love him and will be waiting for him to get back on LN.
I still can't imagine what Rocky and Montana's family is going through.
Semper Fi Buddy

[AlwaysWillBe]

Rocky,my thoughts and prayers bro....
Fred.
:usmc:

[redman1]

Just wanted to say one more thing or two
Rocky really wants to thank everyone and misses everyone. He is not talking to anyone but his family and doctors at the VA.
Only reason he talks to me is that we have became BEST Friends over the years and even that's not easy for him to talk to me. Sometimes its good for him just to have me on the phone to listen.
He will be back soon I hope and it does my heart good to see all of you Marines coming to his aid at this hard time of his life.
They are putting Chris's name on the back side of Rocky's mothers grave stone, Chris is burried behind Rocky's mom.
Believe me I have told Rocky about all of your good wishes.
Montana he said his heart really goes out to you also.
Once A Marine, Always A Marine
Semper Fi Buddy

[jamielang1951]

My prayers and thoughts are still with you and your family. We are all and always will be here for you. Nothing can ever break our bond brother.

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The Rose Beyond The Wall

Near shady wall a rose once grew,
Budded and blossomed in God's free light,
Watered and fed by morning dew,
Shedding its sweetness day and night.

As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,
Slowly rising to loftier height,
It came to a crevice in the wall
Through which there shone a beam of light.

Onward it crept with added strength
With never a thought of fear or pride,
It followed the light through the crevice's length
And unfolded itself on the other side.

The light, the dew, the broadening view
Were found the same as they were before,
And it lost itself in beauties new,
Breathing its fragrance more and more.

Shall claim of death cause us to grieve
And make our courage faint and fall?
Nay, Let us faith and hope receive-

THE ROSE STILL GROWS BEYOND THE WALL.

From the writings of A.L Frink

:usmc: Semper Fi :usmc:

[ecfree]

ROCKY,I grieve for your loss..
I've lost 3 brothers and one of them was very close to me,like a best friend...
I've never lost a son and I can't imagine what it's like....
My prayers go out to you, my brother,and your family..
God bless you my friend...
SEMPER FI:iwo:..................Ed

[Zulu 36]

Up at the crack of dawn and I'm thinking of you, Rocky, along with your family.

[HM3 Doc Wilder]

Rocky,I couldn't sign on today because I was at Urology-I would like to say that All my Prayers are for you and your son.Your a good Man Rocky,sometimes bad things happen to good people.You Have Been there for Everyone.It's time for me and other people to be there for you.I hope your Grief subsides in time but what your going through is Heavy and I wish you the very Best,Get Through the Hurt on your time and come back to US.God Bless your Son and You Rocky.SEMPER FI Brother.......Just get through it and Hold on.Eat Food-Allan out.

[jrhd97]

Hang in there Rocky. Many prayers are being sent up for you and our family.

[Sgt Jim]

Rocky,I know your hurting right now brother and I dont know any words that would make it better,there just an,t any.You know I love you like a brother and so does Rose.I know your grief because Rose and I have been there years ago with Jermie but he is his with grandparents in a better place.The Love is still there Jim and Rose.

[ecfree]

Our prayers outbound to you ROCKY,my brother...
Hang in there my friend...
SEMPER FI:iwo:............Ed

[redman1]

Morning Rocky, hope this finds you feeling better.
Hope you are able to read this thread soon because it has to bring you up to see all the support and love these brothers have for you.
Talk to you soon and have the best day possible
Semper Fi Buddy

[ecfree]

Hang in there ROCKY,our prayers are outbound..
God bless you..
SEMPER FI:iwo:............Ed

[William Hardy]

You haven't left my thoughts. Prayers out for you buddy.
Bill

[redman1]

Rocky, thinking about you and praying for you and your family
Semper Fi Buddy

[Sgt Jim]

Rocky,were still here for you!!

[redman1]

Rocky my brother were still thinking of you and your family
Semper Fi Buddy

[Zulu 36]

Still praying for you and yours, Rocky.

[ecfree]

Just thinking of you ROCKY,my prayers going out to you my brother....
SEMPER FI:iwo:...............Ed

[redman1]

Just me Rocky checking in and hoping by now you have read these great messages your brothers have sent you.
We are all still thinking and Praying for you and your family
I will try to give you a call this weekend
Love Ya Brother
Semper Fi Buddy and Karen

[Osotogary]

Thinking about you, Rocky. Prayers and well wishes outbound to you and your family. Do the best that you can, one step at a time.

[Marine1955]

Rocky your in our prayers hang in there brother.

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[SGT7477]

Sorry to hear of your loss Rocky,my son was killed in 97 at the age of 17 due to a car accident,I know your pain brother I'm here for you, shoot me a PM anytime, God Bless,Semper Fidelis.

[Zulu 36]

Still thinking of you and your family, Rocky. Montana too.

[USNAviator]

Rocky, prayers are still out bound for you and your family. Hang in there my brother.

[jrhd97]

Thinking of you guys today. My family is continuing to pray for yours. Semper Fi brother.

[Marine84]

Thinking about you Rocky.

[AlwaysWillBe]

Rocky!! Over HERE!!! Still with ya bud.
Fred.
:usmc:

[Sgt Jim]

Still thinking about you Rocky and praying for you.

[jamielang1951]

Thoughts and prayers still with you Brother.


:usmc: Semper Fi :usmc:

[redman1]

Rocky on this Sunny Beautiful Sunday Morning here in WNC just checking in to let you know that our Thoughts and Prayers are still with you my brother.
Semper Fi Buddy

[Ronal5]

:thumbup:Still praying for ya brother. Semper Fidelis :usmc:

[doc h fmf]

still praying for you and your family.
Semper Fi and godbless you and your family

Stephen Doc Hansen HM3 FMF

[redman1]

Sunday Update
Rocky called today and we talked for a long time.
Don't won't to put words in his mouth but want to keep you informed as much as I can.
Rocky is still very upset and mixed up but is keeping in touch with family and the VA appts.
He still hasn't felt like logging in on LN
Last thing I told him was that if he could only log in on this thread and see all the love and support you Marines have for him. I told him if he could only just read one post a day before getting upset it would be at least one ray of sunshine to his day.
Rocky remember we all love and care about you so much and hope you are back on LN soon but until then we will be here when you return.
I can't imagine how he feels at the age of 53 loosing your son who was only 30.
None of us tell everyone how we feel everyday but we never know when will be our last.
Just a big Thanks to all you brother Marines out there that have come into my life
OOH RAH Semper Fi Buddy

[jrhd97]

Redman, Thanks for the update on Rocky. Your being there for him to talk is a blessing.

Praying for you Rocky. Hang tough Marine!

[Sgt Jim]

Rocky,Rose and I are still here for you and still praying for you.

[William Hardy]

I'm still with you Rocky. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Semper Fi

[Sgt Jim]

Still praying for you bro.

[SGT7477]

Sunday Update
Rocky called today and we talked for a long time.
Don't won't to put words in his mouth but want to keep you informed as much as I can.
Rocky is still very upset and mixed up but is keeping in touch with family and the VA appts.
He still hasn't felt like logging in on LN
Last thing I told him was that if he could only log in on this thread and see all the love and support you Marines have for him. I told him if he could only just read one post a day before getting upset it would be at least one ray of sunshine to his day.
Rocky remember we all love and care about you so much and hope you are back on LN soon but until then we will be here when you return.
I can't imagine how he feels at the age of 53 loosing your son who was only 30.
None of us tell everyone how we feel everyday but we never know when will be our last.
Just a big Thanks to all you brother Marines out there that have come into my life
OOH RAH Semper Fi Buddy
Believe me I know what he is going through it is not an easy road by any means,Semper Fidelis.

[redman1]

Just a note before work to say Rocky hope your doing better and remember you are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Talk to you tomorrow if not before
Semper Fi Buddy

[GruntDoc8404]

Just found this thread and the news...

My family's and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May the love, respect and condolences of your fellow brothers here
help assure you that in our own way, we too are grieving along with you.
It goes without saying, but feel free to reach out if, and when, the need
arises, and you are ready. We're here for you as you were for me/us.

Peace to you, brother...

[kabar1]

Rocky i dont know you but you are my brother my prayers got out to you and your family.just know he is at peace no more pain. SEMPER FI KABAR1

[rb1651]

Rocky, I've been AWOL for 2 weeks. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you my Brother.

Ron

[redman1]

Wednesday Evening Update on Rocky
Rocky just call me a little while ago, because he didn't know if he could call tomorrow because of being so upset. Its really hard for me to tell all of you how he feels but I try.
He wants everybody to know how much he cares about you all. He also wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
He is still having a real hard time of it. They still don't know the cause of death which is keeping him upset.
He also said he appreciates all the calls and messages you all have sent. He really don't feel like talking right now but appreciates all the thoughts and prayers.
Rocky and I have become BEST Friends the last couple of years and that's the only reason he calls and talks to me. Like I said before he is talking and doing things he has to with family and the VA and that's all.
We really need to pray for Rocky that GOD will give him the strength to carry on.
That's about all I have and the only reason I'm telling you this is that he has ask that I do this because he cares so much about all of you.
Semper Fi Buddy

[Marine1955]

Hey Rockey, your in our prayers and thoughts,just please know if you need an ear to listen we're here also Brother. Like Redman1 and the rest of us will try to help you the best we can... Just call if you need to..Please have a good Thanksgiving we'll say another pray for you...


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[Osotogary]

Rocky, I want to wish you the best day possible. You have been in my thoughts since I first heard the tragic news. I want you to do the best that you can...one step after another...always emotionally forward. Be good to yourself, friend from the north.
Gary
P.S. Thank you, Redman1, for the updates. Much obliged.

[Zulu 36]

Rocky, my brother, I am thinking of you today. Prayers are still outbound from me and my family to yours.

[Sgt Jim]

Rocky,still praying for you bro.

[jamielang1951]

Your still in my thoughts and prayers Rocky.

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[Ray Manker]

Hang in there Rocky. Prayers outbound.

[rb1651]

Prayers are still ongoing Brother.

[gunner1]

Rocky;
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[redman1]

Good Morning everyone
Just a note to say I had a message from Rocky yesterday but didn't talk to him. He is still having a hard time of it and still needs all our Prayers.
Hope to talk to him today or tomorrow and will let him know how much you all care.
I hope he is able to come back soon.
Semper Fi Buddy

[doc h fmf]

Iam Still Praying For You Rocky
Semper Fi And God Bless


Stephen Doc Hansen Hm3 Fmf

[Sgt Leprechaun]

Still thinkin of ya Rocky....

[Marine84]

Has anybody talked to him recently? I hope he's doing OK.

Rocky, please check in somewhere with somebody so we'll know you're still here. Miss you.

[redman1]

Has anybody talked to him recently? I hope he's doing OK.

Rocky, please check in somewhere with somebody so we'll know you're still here. Miss you.

Read the past threads
Semper Fi Buddy

[jrhd97]

We are still praying Rocky.

[Marine1011]

if Rocky feels good enough to talk on the phone thats a good sign maybe he will feel better soon and come on the forum. Were all praying for you, Rocky. Hang in there. Talking on the phone is just one step toward comin back here. Good luck!

[redman1]

Rocky hope you are back on LN soon.
Everyone when Rocky does call his calls are short and too the point
He really misses everyone and is still very upset
Haven't talked to him in a couple of days.
Semper Fi Buddy

[redman1]

Thoughts and Prayers out to Rocky and hope he gets back on LN soon.
Semper Fi Buddy

[Marine84]

Thanks Redman! Glad to hear he's as OK as can be expected. It's going to take one day at a time and I know he has the gumption to do it.

[Osotogary]

Hey, Rocky, at your leisure and comfort, come bye and say hello. Praying for you and yours. One step after another...always positive.
Be good to yourself.
Gary

[ecfree]

ROCKY,we miss you bro,come back to us...
My prayers going out to you my friend...
SEMPER FI MY BROTHER:iwo:..................Ed

[Sgt Jim]

Still praying for you brother,Jim and Rose.

[Zulu 36]

Still thinking of you daily, Rocky. Hope you can come back soon.

[redman1]

Haven't heard from Rocky since last week.
Rocky hope your at least reading these post so you can see how much everybody cares about you.
Our thoughts and Prayers are still out there for you
Semper Fi Buddy

[ecfree]

:usmc:Our thoughts and prayers are with you my brother...:usmc:
SEMPER FI:iwo:......................Ed

[redman1]

Just Talked to Rocky just a bit ago
He is still very upset and in 4 days it will be four weeks since Chris passed
They still don't know why he died and that alone is bothering Rocky
He says to say Hi to all you Marines and that he is sorry that he is still not back on LN but he cares about all of you
I cannot know how he must fill now but in his own time he will be back on LN
Semper Fi Buddy

[Zulu 36]

As always, my thoughts and prayers to you, Rocky.

I suspect the ME is awaiting toxicology results before settling on a cause of death. They often take this long, especially if the ME ordered a lot of screenings.

[redman1]

Thoughts and Prayers out to Rocky, Montana and Bill and his wife
Marines thanks for all the responces to Rocky, I hope one day soon he will read all this and make him feel better.
In three more days it will be four weeks
Semper Fi Buddy

[Osotogary]

Marines thanks for all the responces to Rocky, I hope one day soon he will read all this and make him feel better.
I hear you, redman. Sometimes well wishes trigger additional anxiety. (You know, like a constant reminder.) I do hope that Rocky and his family are doing the best that they can. I think about them often. Yes, indeed, I hope that Rocky does read all of the responses... perhaps, sooner than later.

[redman1]

Thanks Gary,
So far I can't get Rocky to log in on LN right now to even read the responces. He is so mixed up right now but I just hope that when he is able to read these it will make his healing process better.
I am trying to get him to read at least one a day to bring some sunshine in his life but right now he just can't
Semper Fi Buddy

[redman1]

I just wanted to add something about Rocky situtation.
I am not able to speak for him and cannot say anything about whats wrong with him from his active duty status and his treatments with the VA. All of us handle our military service memories different.
Rocky's heart is hear with all of you brother Marines but he just can't face brinh on LN or talking on the phone right now.
Please don't forget or give up on him and Please pray for him everyday that he will get through this.
He just calls and keeps me informed and tells me to let all of you know how he is. That's the only reason I do this because its hard to talk for someone else. He doesn't laugh anymore and is just so sad.
That's about all I can say at this time
Thanks Marines for being there for him and don't get discouraged if he doesn't respond yet.
He will be back someday and I hope its soon. LN is the only E-mail he has so without LN he doesn't know what's going on.
I'm doing all I can and I feel like my hands are tied.
Semper Fi Buddy

[kaelobo]

My prayers are out for Rocky, Dec is a hard time of year for some of us. one step at a time, God bless, s/f

[kaelobo]

A friend in need is a friend indeed, s/f

[ecfree]

My prayers are out for Rocky, Dec is a hard time of year for some of us. one step at a time, God bless, s/f
I agree,it's especially hard when you've lost someone close...
ROCKY,we pray The Good Lord help you with your grieving...
I will light a candle for you while at church this week end...
God bless you my brother....
SEMPER FI:iwo:.............................Ed

[redman1]

Tuesday Evening Update on Rocky
Haven't talked to Rocky since last week
Rocky really needs all our Thoughts and Prayers
This has probably been the hardest thing Rocky has ever gone through
I sure hope he comes back someday soon if nothing else to read this thread and see how much all of you care about him.
All of you make me Very Proud to Be a Marine and have each and everyone of you as Brothers and Friends.
Semper Fi Buddy

[SGT7477]

Here for you Rocky, I know your pain believe me I've been there and it isn't easy, we all will go thru grieving differently and no one can help you out unless they have been there brother, when you feel up to it shoot me a PM,Semper Fidelis Brother.

[Osotogary]

Good morning, Rocky. Prayers and well wishes are headed your way. Is there a way that you can remain busy...kind of like rebuilding after a loss? It's your time table. This perhaps may be relevant, perhaps not, but here goes. Right after my heart surgery, not exactly right after but you know what I mean, I was encouraged to get up and start moving around, start getting better. It has taken awhile but I am up and about and my heart is working fine (as far as I know) but the scar on my sternum will always be a reminder of the surgery. It will always be there but life goes on. We all carry scars but we are still "around". There must be a reason why that is so. Get well, Rocky. I know that you can and that you will.
Adios, for now.
Gary

[Zulu 36]

Hi, Rocky. Still thinking of you as always. I manage to write tons of stuff on this site about drivel, but words fail me when I want to express my feelings about your situation. Prayers are outbound daily from here for you and yours. I hope you can come back to the site and keep the rest of us honest.

[McT ontheRock71]

I can only imagine how deeply your hurt is Rocky. Just remember that your brothers and sisters in arms are here to give you comfort and solace. Our prayers are out to you and your family.

Ken

[Captain Kirk]

Rocky, We are here for you if you need someone to talk to. Praying for God to hold you in his arms and comfort you as you go through this.

[Ronal5]

Rocky, May the Lord keep you bless you and keep you and yours safe and may he free you from the pain and anguish you are going through.

[HM3 Doc Wilder]

Good Morning Everyone,Hey Captain Kirk,Prayers out To Rocky,Montana,and Everyone else.50 degrees raining going up to 52 degrees.I had my birth certificate,but now I cant find it.So I have to go to Center Street today to get another.So Wishing You All A Great Wednesday and I'll get back to you later or tomorrow........God Bless and SEMPER Fi.

[vipere6]

Rocky my prayers are with you and your family during this time. May GOD surround and comfort you and give you the strength to find peace.

Simper Fi to you Brother

[redman1]

WOW
All the thoughts for Rocky has to make him feel better when he reads all these sometime.
All our thoughts have to be getting through to him
Rocky we are all pulling for you
Semper Fi Buddy

[Sgt Jim]

Still praying for you Rocky,Rose and Jim.

[Osotogary]

Thought that you might like this, Rocky. Keep on keeping on...okay?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ_SCCsGiho&feature=related

[redman1]

Thanks to all of you for caring about Rocky
I will try to call him between now and the weekend for another update.
Thanks to everyone for Praying and thinking of him and not giving up on him. When he is able to come back on LN all these good wishes will make him cry for a month.
Semper Fi Buddy

[jrhd97]

Hang on Rocky. We will continue to pray for you brother.

[redman1]

I got a card from Rocky yesterday and he is still having a real hard time of it.
I haven't talked to him in a week
I'm just Thinking, Praying for him everyday and giving him his space.
He knows we are all here and says he is sorry he is not back yet but still needs some time.
All of us take tragedy and heart ache in different ways
The passing of his son has really rocked his world
Thanks for all of you caring and I'll keep you as up to date as possible
Semper Fi Buddy

[Sgt Jim]

Still thinking about you and praying for you Rocky,Rose and Jim.

[Marine84]

Missing you Rocky. I know it's hard to believe right now but, life goes on honey. We'll be here when you're ready to get back out in it. Semper Fi!

[Osotogary]

Okay, Rocky, it's 2325, Tuesday. Do the best that you can. Tiny steps, large steps, it doesn't matter. Just the fact that you have been able to communicate with redman1 is HUGE. Do the best that you can. See you around the bend.
Thank you, redman1, for keeping us posted.

[William Hardy]

Got Buddy's message about you. We are still with you and pray that you will find the strength to face your challenges each day.
Semper Fi my friend.

[jamielang1951]

Always here for ya Rock.

[Ronal5]

Hang in there Rocky God's got your back. :flag:

[Zulu 36]

Hang in there, Brother. Thinking of you everyday.

[kaelobo]

Thoughts and prayers to you, hold on s/f

[McT ontheRock71]

Thinking of you and your family today. Prayers going out for your well being during this rough patch of road in your life. Please take comfort in knowing you have friends that are concerned about you and encourage you.

Semper Fi
Ken

[redman1]

Rocky we are all hoping you come back soon.
If you just open up this thread no matter how you feel a BIG Feeling Of Sunshine will come all over you.
Rocky you have so many friend and we all are Praying and Thinking of you everyday
Semper Fi Buddy

[redman1]

Just talked to Rocky and he is still having a hard time of it.
I can't get into whats wrong with Rocky but some of you that are close to him know what he is treated for at the VA. which makes his loss of his son hard to take.
Its been eight weeks and he still don't take many calls or see many people.
Last two weeks he didn't even go to the VA but has started back now after they called him.
One of his doctors said to him last week: Rocky I know because of whats wrong with you I know you will never have a good day but I pray that you will have good moments.
They still don't know how Chris died which is tearing Rocky up. He really needs closer.
He says tell all of you to have a Merry Christmas and remember he misses and love all of you and be patient with him because he will be back.
Please, Please pray for Rocky that he can get over this.
Its hard to say how somebody feels and put it into his words but he wanted me to say all this to you.
Semper Fi Buddy

[William Hardy]

Thanks for the update. Will keep him in my thoughts and prayers.
Hang in there Rocky.

[Marine84]

Thanks for the update redman.

Miss you Rocky!

[jrhd97]

Praying for you Rocky. We won't stop until we see you are good to go.
Semper Fi !

[redman1]

Thanks Marines,
Rocky really needs us now
Semper Fi Buddy

[kabar1]

thanks for the update Redman.Rocky needs to know we are All with him no matter what.he will be in my prayers i can not imagine what he is going through. i dont know what i would do if i lost either of my sons. Semper Fi

[redman1]

Thanks Marines,
It is so hard for me to put words on whats going on and not say too much.
I try to say what he wants me to say
I can't imagine what its like to loose a son so young
The thing that eats at him the most is that they still don't know what happened
Rocky just clams up and stays by himself and if I'm lucky he will talk to me once a week but this time it was two weeks.
Thanks everyone for caring
He also said Merry Christmas to all of you even though its hard for him
Semper Fi Buddy

[Ronal5]

Hang in there Rocky we are all praying for you. May God be with you. Semper Fi Brother

[redman1]

Talked to Rocky Saturday and was talking to him when RONAL5 posted on this thread. I called Rocky back and told him you posted Ronal5.
I also told Rocky how all you Marines are still on this thread Praying and Thinking of him.
He didn't call today or yesterday so I'll try to call him tomorrow
He is still hurting very bad and I'm really worried about him.
I know he want do anything bad to himself but its just eating at him not to know how he died.
I also told him how all of you must miss him and need him.
I hope he comes back soon
I'm tryiing to get him to read at least one or two post a day and it would bring a little sunshine in his life for a moment.
I told him he didn't have to answer right now just read how much all of you love and miss him
Thanks everyone, All of you really show what Semper Fi really means
Semper Fi Buddy

[wildwoman73]

:( Just now saw this. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Hoping you made it through the holiday with warmth from family and friends.

[William Hardy]

Thanks Buddy..

Rocky we are here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Most of my posts have been on Morning Zephyr. All of your brothers and sisters here have been with you and have posting their prayers and well wishes on several different forums. Hang in there and things will eventually improve.
God Bless and Semper Fi
Bill H.

[SGT7477]

God Bless You Brother,Semper Fidelis.

[Rocky C]

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Friends, Family.

Thank You So Much for your Thoughts, Prayers and Good Wishes.
It has been 7 weeks since the passing of My Son Christopher and I am so Broken Hearted.

I just turned 53 a few weeks ago and Christopher was 30, these were supposed to be the Best times of Our Lives.

I Love Him and Miss Him SOOOOO Much.

Not only did I lose My only Son but My Ex-Wife lost her Son and My Daughter Katie who is only 26 lost her Big Brother and Best Friend.

It's not about me because I know I will Never recover fully from this.
I Pray that my Ex- Wife and My Daughter Katie will find Peace in thier Hearts and Minds.

A Special Thank You to My Best Friend Buddy aka Redman1 and his Wife Karen for thier support during my darkest times. Besides My Family and my Drs. at the VA Hospital I speak to no one right now.

For those of you that have my cell number and called and left a voice message, Thank You but I hope you can understand that I just am so sad I don't want to talk and have you be sad on the other end of the phone.

I can see on my page that I have so many Private Messages from you all.
I will respond with Thanks as time goes by because I am so overwhelmed with emotion. Please don't think I am rude it's just that when I am having a good moment then I will be able to reply.

I Love You All and Miss You.
Sorry I missed so much of what's going on in Your Life.

Happy and Healthy New Year to you all.

I have to go now. I'm starting to feel upset again...

Your Brother and Friend,
Rocky.

[redman1]

WOW, Happy New Year Rocky we love and miss you so much
Hope to talk to you tomorrow
We are always here for you my brother
Semper Fi Buddy

[DrZ]

Rocky,
As always you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. Celebrate your son's life and your memories. We will be here when you are ready.

[Lisa 23]

Rocky, my friend....
You'll always be in my thoughts and prayers, as well as your family.

We're all here for you!

God Bless....and Semper Fi
Lisa

[SGT7477]

Glad to see you back Rocky,like I said before PM me anytime, I have been thru the same thing, I lost my son 14 years ago at the age of 17 and believe me it is a hard road that you never get over, they say time heals well I can tell you for a fact I think it gets harder at times, I just hold that some day we will meet again in Heaven and what a grand reunion that will be, Prayers out to you Brother,Semper Fidelis.

[Ronal5]

Good to here from you Rocky I know times are tough but my thoughts and prayers are with you hang in there brother and may God bless you and your family. Semper Fi and have a Great and better New Year :thumbup:

[Marine1955]

Rockey My heart break into and hurts so much.
I know I never can say yea I know what your going though cause I can't just know we all love you and want to help you ,so please remember we all want to help you.. Love you bro....

[Ray Merrell]

Rocky,

You are and have been in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray & Helen

[ChuckH]

Rocky,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything.
Semper Fi my brother
Chuck

[Zulu 36]

Rocky, I'm very glad to hear from your personally. Buddy has been doing a great job of keeping us updated. He truly is your friend as are all of us here. Never feel hesitant about contacting me if there is anything I can do to help. My prayers are outbound daily for you and yours.

Semper Fi and Semper Gumby, my friend.

Chris

[doc h fmf]

Lovce You Brother Take Care
Semper Fi And Godbless You And Your Family

Stephen Doc Hansen Hm3 Fmf

[kabar1]

my prayers go out to you and your family.i can not begin to imagine what you are going through but always remember we are with you no matter what fratres aeterni brothers forever.Semper Fi

[advanced]

Semper Fi my Brother!

[Sgt Jim]

Rocky, it is good to see you get on.All your friends and family here care about you and wish to ease the pain and heart break you are going through.You are a brother and family to us all,with love and prayers to you and your family,Rose and Jim.

[kabar1]

back at you advanced Semper Fi

[redman1]

Happy New Year Marines,
I want to thank all of you Marines for keeping up this thread for Rocky
I am so happy Rocky is back and can speak for himself so I will not be giving any more news about Rocky and I hope I did him right and always said the right things.
Congralutations Rocky for becoming a Squad Leader I know you will be good at it.
News Man Redman1 is shutting down
Semper Fi Buddy

[Sgt Jim]

Buddy,thanks for keeping all of in touch with Rocky,you are a good friend and family to all of us.Rose and Jim.

[jrhd97]

Rocky, we are praying for you all. We hope to see you back soon.

[FistFu68]

:usmc: Rocky stopped in Tha Chapel at tha VA.2day got You in My Prayers Marine! Go Easy Marine Semper Fidelis :iwo:

[Rocky C]

Thank you Brother Fist and Thank you EVERYONE.
I'm taking it one day at a time.

When I am having a "Good Moment" I log on because I Love and Miss you all and I want to read about all of your stories.

It makes me smile for a moment and stops my mind from spinning out of control.

Happy and Healthy New Year to you all............

Semper Fi and GOD Bless,
Rocky

[Sgt Leprechaun]

You take good care sir. I'll never forget when you helped ME out of a dark place. You know my number, and no doubt if you need me, you'll call. Otherwise, I remain, your Obedient Servant,

Lep

[HM3 Doc Wilder]

Rocky,It's good hearing from you.I can not express in words how much you mean to this Site and the Good People that are here.Just know that I, to am here for you in your time of darkness.I wish you the very Best in this New Year and hope that you will have less pain. as time goes by.God Bless You and Your Family Rocky.Please take Care of Yourself Partner.....Allan W.:usmc:

[Conch]

Brother Rocky,

I am truly very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. I know that words cannot bring him back nor take away your grief. I can only hope that these words can bring you comfort in knowing that not a day goes by where he is not with you. I may be just a young 26 year old Marine, but I know that the loss of a loved one is never an easy thing. It's something we all hope will never happen, and when it does finally come, we are never prepared.

Know that your brother and sister Marines have got your back, and that you are family to us.

We love you and you are always in our thoughts and prayers. Take things one day at a time my brother, for one day at a time is all you can do. Things never get easier, nor does your pain, but take comfort in the fact that you are in our thoughts and prayers always. I know my words may not help your grief, but I hope they will make you feel a little better.

Semper Fidelis my Brother,

-Blake.

[Rocky C]

Thank you Blake for your words of Comfort My Brother.
In 3 days it will be 8 weeks.

I am trying to keep my Mind Busy by Moderating our Forum here.
If not I would be in the corner crying and shaking..........

Thank you Brother.

Semper Fi,
Rocky

[Rocky C]

Happy Birthday My Wonderful, Handsome Son.

Dad Loves and Misses You Soooo Much xoxoxo......

Rest In Peace Christopher.

January 21st, 1981 - November 6th, 2011

[SGT7477]

Prayers out to you Rocky,Semper Fidelis Brother.

[HM3 Doc Wilder]

God Bless You Rocky and Your Son Christopher.........Forever

[ChuckH]

Happy Birthday My Wonderful, Handsome Son.

Dad Loves and Misses You Soooo Much xoxoxo......

Rest In Peace Christopher.

January 21st, 1981 - November 6th, 2011

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[Marine1955]

Happy Birthday My Wonderful, Handsome Son.

Dad Loves and Misses You Soooo Much xoxoxo......

Rest In Peace Christopher.

January 21st, 1981 - November 6th, 2011

Rocky Mine, along with everyone here at leatherneck are thinking of you and sending our prayers out to you.
May God hold you and comfort you today and everyday..
God bless you Rocky our Brother..

[redman1]

Rest in Peace Christopher,
Rocky I know its been a hard road for you but our prayers are still with you
Hang in there
Semper Fi Buddy

[Ronal5]

Good luck and may God Bless your family Rocky. My prayers are with you always.
Semper Fi :iwo:

[Ray Merrell]

Rocky, Wishing you quiet rest, soothing care, and everything
that will make you feel better soon. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you and your family everyday.

Ray & Helen

[kabar1]

Once A Marine Always A Marine Once A Brother Always A Brother RIP Christopher. My Heart goes out to you you are in my prayers.Semper Fi Rocky

[Sgt Leprechaun]

Good thoughts out to you my friend.

[Lisa 23]

Rocky, my friend....you're always in my thoughts and prayers.

[kabar1]

as you know we Marines stick together no matter what and especially in this case Often Tested Brothers Forever Semper Fi.

[Rocky C]

It's been 9 months Christopher since you left this earthly place.

I was having a sad moment so I thought I would stop by like I always do and read all the kinds words and now I'm typing here and I don't know why.

Maybe because I think you can read this from Heaven, I just don't know.

All I know is Daddy Loves You and Misses You So Much.

I will come visit you tomorrow as always.
Sleep well tonight

XOXOXOXOXOX

[charm1110]

Just sent you a p.m Rocky, I am prying for you brother.

[Ronal5]

May God help you through this crisis Rocky praying for you brother.

[Rooger]

Rocky,

May God bless you and be with you, even when the darkness is overwhelming. Know that we love you and are praying with you during this difficult time.

Semper Fi Brother,

Roger and Lurleen

[Rocky C]

Afternoon Brothers and Sisters, Family, Friends.

Stopping by to read. It's good therapy for me when I am very sad.
I read a lot here from you all. Thank you.

Just went to the Cemetary today as always to visit my Son Christopher and of course my Mom they are next to each other side by side.

2 years today. I miss him and love him so much.
I called my Daughter and left a message.
She and her Mom and the whole family are so broken hearted.

I pray for their heavy heart today and everyday.

Mass on Saturday evening...

God Bless the Children of the world...

[Mongoose]

Rocky, I can't even begin to comprehend the loss of one of my children. All I can say is .....God Bless Brother!

[Kegler300]

God Bless you and your family Rocky!

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[Tennessee Top]

May God bless you brother. We may not be there for you physically but we're all with you spiritually every day.

[Lisa 23]

God Bless you, Rocky.

[McT ontheRock71]

Rocky, you know all your LN family felt your loss when your boy Christopher passed away. Your brothers and sisters here will still give you the support that's necessary for you to carry on. Semper Fidelis Brother.
Ken

[Apache]

God bless
I'll pray in church tonight for healing

[kaelobo]

Brother Hug.

[LCPLE3]

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Semper Fi Rocky

[fl1946]

Rocky -- I can't imagine your pain but hope that our thoughts and prayers will provide you with some relief for the loss of your son. God Bless you and your family during this very trying time.

Semper fi,
Frank

[gunner1]

Rocky;
I know the pain of loosing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours my Brother. Take care of yourself, we are here for you.
Semper Fi John

[jrh]

Rocky, prayers for you and family. Peace be with you. Snug up your boot laces and learn to walk again . Semper Fi, from your extended family, we love you too.

[Rocky C]

I just wanted to stop by and say I Miss you and Love you Christopher !!!

I will visit you in the morning.

Merry Christmas my Wonderful, Handsome, Awesome Son.

I can't believe it's been 4 years last month.....:cry:

Love Pop xoxoxoxoxoxox


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[Hammer]

Rocky;
My Prayers outbound!