Remembering Robert ~ An American Hero ~ / Rhonda Rhodes Craig Sehon's MOm/Joe Rhodes's Wife (visitor)
Thankyou/ Mindy Fryman (grateful US citizen ) I've never met Robert or any of his family...but his story has touched my life. I was visiting this site today to see my Daddy's page who I lost in 2005 when I accidently hit the MemoryOf icon. It took me to a page where I saw a gentlemen in full battle gear, so I read his story and it touched my heart. I am the wife of a soldier who has served 10 years...we have only been married 3 years, have 3 boys together and he is leaving again in March. We have spent much of our lives together...apart. It takes a very strong person to do what Robert did and I want to give thanks to not only him and his service....but to his family and friends for their support to him. I am sorry to hear of your loss...I wish you a Merry Christmas....you will be in my prayers.
your Robert / Kathie McMillan (friend in grief ) Dear Lea and Ron, What a beautiful website, what glorious memories, and how very healing for even me. I was with you in spirit yesterday and again today (as many other days but these two are "ours"). I appreciate the way you cope and deal with your grief. You inspire me and give me hope.
Much love and peace during these holidays. Life continues to be good, just very different doesn't it?
Kathie Mc
Robert's Guest Book / Arizona Republic Online Obituaries December 31, 2006 I met Robert in November 2005, shortly after his marriage to Ashley. He truly loved Ashley and she loved him. Ashley, you are like a sister to me and when I heard the news that you lost the one person in your life that truly made you happy, I felt that I had lost a part of me also. My thoughts and prayers are with both you and the Eppich Family. I pray for your strength and that God be the one you look to for comfort. I love you and take care. Nikki Purvis (Tallil ABS (Iraq)) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 30, 2006 I go to church with Ashley's brother, Travis. He was collecting Christmas gifts to send to Ashley in Iraq at the time of Robert's death. I am so very sorry to hear of Robert's death. He survived so much and had to much for which to live. My heart and prayers go out to Ashley and all of his family. Alice Smith (Coralville, IA ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 29, 2006 Ashley and the Eppich Family, wish you deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one. Ashley, as I told you before you left...remember you are never alone- he is always w/ you-- in your heart and thoughts-- keep looking to the stars... he is there watching over you now. You have a whole life ahead of you-for your sake and his- make the best of each and everyday. Take Care of yourself- you are truly missed and in our prayers each and every day. TSgt Chasity Erickson (Balad AB, Iraq) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 29, 2006 To the family of Sgt. Eppich, my prayers are with you all. I have a nephew that served six years in the US Army, did a tour in Korea and a tour in Iraq. He was home for 4 months and killed in a car accident. I know what it is to be proud of all of our men and women who serve this great country. Please know that Robert's sacrifice will never be forgotten. God bless you. Dina Romo (Glendale, AZ ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 28, 2006 To Ashley and all of her family, I just wanted to let you know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Through the people that knew Robert, he will always be remembered. Kat Shaykin (Marion, IA ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 28, 2006 Ashley,and Robert's Family Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. I never got to meet Robert but through Ashley felt I knew him. Cheri Hunley (Olathe, KS ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 28, 2006 Ashley, our love is with you always in the loss of your beloved Robert. We feel the loss also. Love, Grandma and Grandpa and family Dixie Kurtz (Eudora, KS )
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 28, 2006 To Ashley and the family of Robert Eppich. Our deepest heart felt thoughts and prayers are with you durning this very sad time. We didn't know Robert, but we all know Ashley and felt her love for him. Team 7 (Bagram, Afghanistan) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 Hello, family of Robert, we wanted to express our deepest sympathy and let you know that we know how you feel. On Dec. 31st 2004, we lost our son in Iraq, he was a wonderful young man and we miss him terribly. I would love to send you all a card and a gift, if you could let me know your address or email address, we would love to be a support to you all. You can call us at anytime when you feel you would like to talk. We want to be at his funeral because we try to go to all the military funerals, but it is so close to our son's death, I just don't know if I can make it through that, plus the funeral home is where we had our dad's service. Many prayers are with you and thank you for your sacrifice, if you would like to call at anytime, our number is: . Blessings, jodi, glenn, kyle, and joshua smith Proud family of Lcpl Jason E. Smith, USMC Jodi Smith (Mayer, AZ ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 Dear Ron and Lea, and entire Family,
I did not know your son yet I wanted to express my deepest, heartfelt condolences to your family and let you know I work with our Gold Star Families here in AZ so if you need anything please contact me and I will do my best to help in anyway possible. I am a Marine Vietnam Widow and my heart just goes out to the entire family your son was a wonderful man and his loss will be deeply felt by all. Hold onto the memories for they will give you strength and courage and will never go away.
Sincerely, Kathy, National Vice President of Gold Star Wives (military widows) Kathy Upchurch (Phoenix, AZ ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless, Team 6, Bagdhad, Iraq Rebecca Aronson (Bagdhad) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 Very saddened by your loss. From all of us at the Crazy Eights in Salerno Afghanistan. None of us new Robert personally, but he sounds like he was a great man and a true hero. The world will not be the same without him. Frederic Doss (Salerno, NM ) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 Ashley,
Once again I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family and friends. With sincerity and sympathy, CMSgt John Herkel John Herkel (Balad Air Base) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 My deepest sympathies are with the entire family. May God hold a special place for our fallen comrade in his Kingdom. 1LT Jay Kendall (Balad Air Base)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 My condolences to Robert's family and friends. Though I never had a chance to meet him, Ashley's description and love for him spoke volumes. Ashley, your always in our thoughts, stay strong for you family and for Roberts memory. Adam Silverman (Balad AB Iraq) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 27, 2006 Ashley, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Becky Brock Rebecca Brock (Tikrit) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ron and Mike, I want to thank you boys - I guess you are men now - for your friendship with Robert. He had so much fun with the two of you. I am sure he would be happy to know that you both remembered him and that you have found his website.
a friend remembered / Ron Fulton (High school friend )Read >>
a friend remembered / Ron Fulton (High school friend )
I was looking to find a way to get ahold of Robert when i came across this site and was saddened. One of my best friends had passed and I never knew. I remember hanging out and playing video games when we were 14 and playing Robotech at his house and all the other many rpgs we played during high school. I remember seeing him shortly after he got back from boot and how grown up he looked. RObert became a wonderful loving man and I am proud to be his friend and am better to have known him. I seen love to his Mother and father as well to his siblings. Close
Blue Star Mom / Lisa Morey (Mother of a soldier )Read >>
Blue Star Mom / Lisa Morey (Mother of a soldier )
I am a mother of a soldier who just came home from Afghanastan I was one of the lucky ones. I did not know Robert personally but I feel for you and your family,Remember Robert died protecting the best place on earth the United States. Thank You for the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE.
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