The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Staff Sgt. Joseph D. Gamboa, 34, of Yigo, Guam, died Mar. 25 of wounds suffered when he came under indirect fire in Baghdad, Iraq. He was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Vilseck, Germany.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and fellow soldiers during this difficult time.
Hey Gumby, I know the unit hasn't had time to slow down and grieve yet, but know that losing you has impacted us hard. You have been with the soldiers of this unit for 6 or more years now from Fort Lewis to Germany. We fought together last time from Fallujah, Mosul, Tal Afar to Ramadah and this time in Bahgdad. You were a great guys with an awesome personality and sense of humor. I thank you for all the times you and your wife hooked me up with those egg rolls that I love. You were only days away from going on leave and I was looking forward to heading back to Germany with you. It hurts to know you wont be going with me now. My prayers are with your wife and kids. You are a hero and a friend and We will never forget you bro. Thanks for all that you did.
Our thoughts and prayers with the family, friends and fellows soldiers of SSG Gamboa. May God give you peace in this time of sorrow. Rest in peace "hero"
Godspeed!
To the family, friends and fellow soldiers working alongside SSG Joseph Gamboa I pray for your strength without Joseph, until you meet again in a much nicer place. SSG Gamboa I thank you for your willingness to go forth and help complete strangers! John 15:13 "there is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends".
You are a HERO and will always be remembered!
Respectfully,
Linda
To the Family and Loved ones of SSG Joseph D. Gamboa: "I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours, to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of Freedom"....Abraham Lincoln. It is with my deepest sadness that I convey my condolences to you on the loss of your beloved HERO, who gave all in the ongoing fight for freedom from tyranny for the people of Iraq, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. He will never be forgotten, and you will be remembered in my daily prayers. Proud Father of G Co 3-2SCR Stryker. gdb626@hotmail.com
I am so sorry for the loss of this fine young man and your HERO . I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will continue to be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
Just as our hearts begin to heal, we are again pierced by the loss of another of our Brave Heros. SSG Joseph Gamboa has now become a member in God's Army and his mission is to watch over his fellow soldiers on earth. To each of those who loved this soldier, know that you do not suffer alone. Your Stryker Family shares your grief. We pray that the Angels will wrap you in comfort and strength as you take this most difficult journey. Know that our spirit travels with you, and your Hero will remain in our hearts for a lifetime.
From the Mother of a Deuce Four soldier, we will remember.
My heartfelt Sympathy to the family of SSG Gamboa and to his fellow Soldiers. He was an American Hero and will not be forgotten.
God Bless all of you at this difficult time.
Granny of a Stryker Soldier
To the family, friends, and comrades of SSG Gamboa-Your Stryker Family grieves with you. I hope and pray that you will be blessed with the comfort and strength that you need to make it through this difficult time.
BOA, YOU WERE ONE OF THE BROTHERS THAT HELPED MAKE MY TRANSITION TO LIGHT INFANTRY LINE MEDIC EASIER AND VERY INTERESTING. YOUR SMILE, HUMOR AND OVERALL POSITIVE CURVE ON LIFES SITUATIONS WERE VERY MUCH NEEDED IN THIS UNIT. MY PRAYORS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND BROTHERS STILL IN THE FIGHT. YOU WILL BE MISSED, ALWAYS LOVED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN. GOD BLESS.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gamboa Family. May your faith give you strenght and guide you through.
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March 28, 2008 10:22 AM
Hey Gumby, I know the unit hasn't had time to slow down and grieve yet, but know that losing you has impacted us hard. You have been with the soldiers of this unit for 6 or more years now from Fort Lewis to Germany. We fought together last time from Fallujah, Mosul, Tal Afar to Ramadah and this time in Bahgdad. You were a great guys with an awesome personality and sense of humor. I thank you for all the times you and your wife hooked me up with those egg rolls that I love. You were only days away from going on leave and I was looking forward to heading back to Germany with you. It hurts to know you wont be going with me now. My prayers are with your wife and kids. You are a hero and a friend and We will never forget you bro. Thanks for all that you did.
Much love,
Bryan
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March 28, 2008 12:56 PM
You are in my prayers. God bless you.
Former Stryker Mom,
Ellen
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March 28, 2008 7:26 PM
Our thoughts and prayers with the family, friends and fellows soldiers of SSG Gamboa. May God give you peace in this time of sorrow. Rest in peace "hero"
Godspeed!
Edgardo , SPC Cruz dad's. A co. 5/20 3/2 SBCT.
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March 28, 2008 8:19 PM
To the family, friends and fellow soldiers working alongside SSG Joseph Gamboa I pray for your strength without Joseph, until you meet again in a much nicer place. SSG Gamboa I thank you for your willingness to go forth and help complete strangers! John 15:13 "there is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends".
You are a HERO and will always be remembered!
Respectfully,
Linda
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March 28, 2008 8:37 PM
To the Family and Loved ones of SSG Joseph D. Gamboa: "I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours, to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of Freedom"....Abraham Lincoln. It is with my deepest sadness that I convey my condolences to you on the loss of your beloved HERO, who gave all in the ongoing fight for freedom from tyranny for the people of Iraq, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. He will never be forgotten, and you will be remembered in my daily prayers. Proud Father of G Co 3-2SCR Stryker. gdb626@hotmail.com
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March 28, 2008 8:56 PM
I am so sorry for the loss of this fine young man and your HERO . I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will continue to be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
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March 29, 2008 7:47 AM
Just as our hearts begin to heal, we are again pierced by the loss of another of our Brave Heros. SSG Joseph Gamboa has now become a member in God's Army and his mission is to watch over his fellow soldiers on earth. To each of those who loved this soldier, know that you do not suffer alone. Your Stryker Family shares your grief. We pray that the Angels will wrap you in comfort and strength as you take this most difficult journey. Know that our spirit travels with you, and your Hero will remain in our hearts for a lifetime.
From the Mother of a Deuce Four soldier, we will remember.
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March 29, 2008 11:00 PM
My heartfelt Sympathy to the family of SSG Gamboa and to his fellow Soldiers. He was an American Hero and will not be forgotten.
God Bless all of you at this difficult time.
Granny of a Stryker Soldier
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March 29, 2008 11:54 PM
May God comfort the Gamboa family for the tragic loss of their soldier. So bravely he served a grateful nation.
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March 30, 2008 8:40 AM
To the family, friends, and comrades of SSG Gamboa-Your Stryker Family grieves with you. I hope and pray that you will be blessed with the comfort and strength that you need to make it through this difficult time.
Wolfhound mom
2-25 SBCT (Hawaii)
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March 31, 2008 12:03 AM
BOA, YOU WERE ONE OF THE BROTHERS THAT HELPED MAKE MY TRANSITION TO LIGHT INFANTRY LINE MEDIC EASIER AND VERY INTERESTING. YOUR SMILE, HUMOR AND OVERALL POSITIVE CURVE ON LIFES SITUATIONS WERE VERY MUCH NEEDED IN THIS UNIT. MY PRAYORS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND BROTHERS STILL IN THE FIGHT. YOU WILL BE MISSED, ALWAYS LOVED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN. GOD BLESS.
Posted by: LEVAR "DOC" SCOTT | April 10, 2008 5:28 PM