Dear DeRoo Family,

it always hurts to read about the good men and women sacrificing their precious lives for our freedoms - may they always be remembered for their noble service and ultimate sacrifice. My thoughts and prayers are with you and our allies - I thank him for his service and his bravery.
Blessings to you and your family

I just wanted you to know that you and your son are constantly in my prayers and thoughts. Matt Haas is my brother, and Gabe was not just his best friend, but he was very much a part of my family and he is greatly missed and thought of. Little Gabe should be incredibly proud of his dad, he was an amazing person and soldier. In Christ, Katy Flanagan and family

HANNAH SORRY THAT IT HAD BEEN SO LONG I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU THAT I THINK ABOUT YOU AND GABRIEL II ALL OF THE TIME AND HOPE THAT YOU ARE DOING WELL IF YOU EVER NEED ANYTHING PLEASE CALL YOU HAVE MY NUMBER

Dear Hannah,

I was just given this web site by my Daughter Mary and felt I had to write you. My Son PFC Charles B. Hester served with Gabriel in Iraq. Charlie was killed on May 26, 2007 when the Stryker he was driving went over an IED. My heart goes out to you and your family as I know the pain you feel. Charlie was a big lovable guy and he was holding Gabriel in those big loving arms when he died. It hit him real hard and he got to come home for R&R one time after that, last Thanksgiving. Charlie was so dedicated and loyal to his friends that he felt guilty for being home. Please take comfort in knowing that Charlie was there for Gabriel with that big bear hug that I miss so much.

To The DeRoo Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Gabe was a wonderful person. Although I hadn't seen him in a few years he made an impression on my life. I enjoyed working with him because he was always in a good mood and so pleasant to be around. He really encouraged me in my walk with God. I've thought of him often over the few years. I was so shocked to here of his death. I'm sure he is with the Lord and being rewared for all the lives he touched.

Dear Hannah and families, I am sorry for your lost. I did not know Gabe well, but did work with him for a short time at felpaush. He seemed like a down to earth & friendly guy and it is a tragedy what happened.

Best wishes
Tim Staggs

Dear Hannah,
I was at the Camp Gilead womans retreat this weekend, I was very touched by your testimony and I will pray for you. I'm so very sorry for your pain, I thank you so much for your husbands willingness to fight for our country, may you rest in peace, knowing he is with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.
In Christs love, Dawn DuChesne-Grosvenor

Dear Hannah, & little Gabe,
Though we don't know each other face to face, I do feel that I through Lance & Tanya I do know how wonderful you & gabe are.I want to give my sympathies & to say thank you for both of you being such a inspiration to my brother. Gabe has had a ripple effect on the lives of the people he has touched and I feel that was God's intention. Not only to meet you, bring a gorgeous son into this world, to serve his country so unselfishly but, to also bring people closer to God. I just want to say you & your families have been in my thopughts & prayer for a long time & that you & Gabes Godly example has lead me back to God. I want to have the happiness you can so easly be seen on all of your faces.Thank you.

Hey Hannah
This site is amazing! Been thinking about you alot! =)

Hannah and Lil Gabriel,

I am deeply sorry for your lost. Gabe was a great friend and NCO. I am honored that I had the opportunity to serve with him and learn from him as well. I miss talking with him and having him around. You and your son are in my prayers. Continue to stay strong!

The Tate Family

Hannah,

I'm so sorry for your loss. As you know I lost my husband in Iraq as well. It hurts so bad to see that other people are going through the same pain. I know how bad the pain hurts. Our whole worlds changed in those few seconds. I know how it feels to have your whole world just stop. My prayers are with you always and your little boy is just beautiful! I can see the love you and your husband shared through your pictures.

May God help you find peace. Our husbands have joined their fellow comrades and are guarding the gates waiting for us. Our husbands spiritis will live on through us.

Gone But NOT forgotten.

Kristi Nelson
Wife of Angel PFC Andrew Nelson

GABE,
Having spent so much time with you as a young teenager to the day you joined the United States Army - You were just like a son to me. I think of you everyday and from soldier to soldier I just wanted to let you know that I miss you and Love you very much. Happy Birthday.

Troy

Dear Hannah and families;
I’m thinking about Gabriel DeRoo and his beloved family tonight. The Holy Spirit prompts me to pray for you all. God bless you as you continue to trust Him. Mark 5:19b says “…Go home to your friends, and tell them what great things the Lord has done for you, and how He has had compassion on you.” God have compassion on you and bless you.
David Martin Stevens ~ Psalm 118:24 T.I.T.D!
“This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.”

This Word is not speaking about a happy, sunny day on our beautiful blue planet. It is in the Passover Psalms 113-118. That “day” was the day of death; of the Passover Lamb of God, Jesus the Christ. But because of His victory, we His people turn the day of despair into a day of worship before the Lord. At this Passion and Easter season, the Words of Psalm 113-118 are powerful and touch our hearts. Tonight some remind me of Gabriel DeRoo and his extended family.
“You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord;
He is their help and their shield.” Psalm 115:11 “The Lord has remembered us; He will bless us.” Psalm 115:12a
“Then I called upon the name of the Lord:
“O Lord, I implore You, deliver my soul!” Psalm 116:4
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” Psalm 116:15. (Their deaths, like their lives, are significant and important to God.)
“Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is Good!
For His mercy endures forever.” Psalm 118:29 God bless you. DMS

Hannah,

It hurts to see such a pure soul gone. You are in my thoughts and prayers. As as military wife myself, I am blessed by your husband's honor and bravery. I thank him for his service to our country and defending us in God's name. Bless you.

Hi Hannah,
What a nice site. My heart grieves for you and your son. I will be honored to make you a diaper bag, thank you so much for sending me your husbands top. Please let me know what kind of fabrics you would like to have the inside of the bag made with. You can contact me at tia@campfollowerbags.com. I also have many fabrics that are not pictured in the gallery. Thank you for this privlege. Tia Curtis

Dear Hannah and little Gabe,
Our hearts grieved with you at the time we heard of his homegoing right after it happened. We have tried to imagine what it would be like to lose one so very special and know that it must still be so difficult. Many times in the ensuing months, our thoughts and prayers have gone out for you and little Gabe. The testimony your Gabe left behind, especially the way he loved you, was something that really touched our hearts, that we shared with our sons as a wonderful example. Truly you were blessed by God to have had the love of a man who loved God so very much. I finally went to the website and read through all the notes telling of Gabe's impact on the lives around him, as well as the way God is using your reliance upon Him as you face each day. I was moved recently hearing of the Open House you were holding for your fellow believers from Discovery. It is God reaching out to others through you despite your great loss. We love your family dearly. We will continue to lift you up to the Father as He brings you and little Gabe into our thoughts. May His great love and grace continue to comfort you. jerry and Lynda Neuman

Dear Hannah

As a long time friend of your parents and one who looks forward to their Christmas letter each year, I was very sad to read the news about Gabriel. It took me back to the time in my life when I, as a young mother with 2 small children face my first Christmas without my husband. I well remember the longing to still be "connected" to him. This short poem brought me such comfort-as it seemed like the union was still there. May it speak to you and comfort you.
"Death doth hide, but not divide:
Thou art but on Christ's other side!
Thou art with Christ and Christ with me,
In Christ, united still are we.
There is so much I would say to you, so a letter will follow.
I have your parents address. God bless you today
Jan Dubber (a fan of the Suko family)

Hannah,

I cannot begin to express how sorry I am for the loss of your husband. I was at the memorial service on Fort Lewis and was very touched. I know this note comes kind of late, however I just happen to come across your beautiful site.

I never had the honor of meeting Gabriel, however my husband who is currently serving Iraq knew him well. He has told me many time what a wonderful man he was. Please take care and stay strong for the little one. If you ever need anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask.

Asya
Military Wife Fort Lewis WA

Hey Hannah,

I just found out today, and I am praying for you guys. You are an amazing women I wished I lived closer to offer more support. I never had a chance to meet Gabe and for that I am sorry, I guess I'll be waiting a little longer than anticipated but it will happen someday. But I just wanted to write and let you know I am thinking about you and will be praying for you.

I love you sooo much,
Jeanette

Dear DeRoo Family ~
In my mind Gabe will always be remembered as a very happy young man. My knowlege of him and his sisters consists of 4-H classes and meetings. I was very glad to read every testimony from family and friends that his life shouted praise to Jehovah God. May you be comforted by the support of friends who know you well, the prayers of those who don't, and our Lord Jesus who remains faithful "to those who love Him and keep His commandments" Much love ~ Julie