Monday, December 1, 2008
Rob is with God now
Well, today Rob went to be with the Lord. Last night his ICP's went really high and they took him for another CT scan. The scan results were devastating. So, we decided to let him go Home. He went very painlessly and quickly. I don't know when his funeral will be but it will be in Nebraska in my hometown. I will let you all know the details when I get them. Thank so all so much for the thousands of prayers you sent for my husband. We now have an angel looking over us.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 559 Newer› Newest»Dena,
We will be thinking of you and the girls.
Ann, Tess and Tatum Brown
God bless Rob for his service, may he rest now, complete and whole in front of the Lord. It's an amazing thing to think that you have so many people, via this blog, praying for your family every day. He has only relinquished his body here on earth; he will live on in so many other people's lives. I didn't know Rob but I certainly know good American Warriors like him.
BZ
Dena,
Words can not express who sad we are to hear of your loss. Rob is a true hero. You have been so strong throught this whole ordeal. Please know you have inspired so many people along the way. We will continue to pray for you, Julia, Eva and your entire family during this difficult time.
Love and prayers,
Toby, Jeanne, and Ethan
Dena I am so very, very sorry to learn of Rob's passing. I have been praying, and will continue to pray, for you, for him, for your children and your family. I echo the comments of others...you are incredible, strong, faithful. Please know how grateful we are for your sacrifice and how we wish we could ease your sorrow.
The Valentiner Family in Phoenix, AZ
We are praying for you and your family.
Dena,
We are sorry. You and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers. Even though we never met Rob or yourself, we feel like you guys are part of our family. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Just know that one day you will be reunited with the love of your life. You are an amazingly strong person, I admire you for being such a wonderful wife who stood by Rob side when he needed you the most.
Our prayers are with all of you... you're right that he'll still be watching over you. And so will the rest of us, from all around the world. God bless you and your beautiful family.
Dena....
I'm so very very sad to learn that Rob has passed away. My heart aches for you and your girls. May you find comfort in knowing that Rob is no longer suffering.
May Rob rest in peace.
Love....Chris O'Brien
I have read your entire blog even though i just found it today.
My preayers and admiration are with you for having the courage and with Bob for making the sacrifice, a sacrifice that often take for granted.
I pray that Rob is in a better place where one day we we all meet.
Dena, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We were very sad to hear about your news tonight and wanted to let you know how very sorry we are for your loss. We know Rob is in a better place now and will watch over all of you.
All our love,
Kris and Sean McWilliams
Dena, I am so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences for you and Rob's family from Bethesda, Maryland.
My dear Dena and all of Rob's family,
My most sincere and deepest sympathy on the loss of your precious husband. Although I did not have a chance to talk to you at Bethesda Naval Hospital last month during the Marine Moms' luncheon, I heard all about you and your family through our founder, Jane. I only wish I had had the chance to hug you and tell you how much I care. He will definitely look after you and your two little girls . Although nothing can soften your pain, please know you are not alone - there are a lot of people who care. With my deepest sympathy, love and unending gratitude.
Gladys Rodriguez
Crofton, Maryland
Dena, still praying for you. --K
My heart breaks for all of you Dena. The world was blessed to have such an incredible man on this earth. You and Rob have been an unbelievable testimony to true love, faith, strength and courage. May Rob rest in peace and may you find comfort and strength in the Lord and all those who love you. God bless.
Dear Dena and family,
Our hearts are filled with sadness for the loss of your precious husband Rob. Although I did not have a chance to speak with you during last month's Marine Moms' lunch at Bethesda Naval Hospital, I heard about your situation and prayed and will continue to pray, for you and your family. Please know you are not alone - we care deeply about you and all of our military families. May God give you the strength you need to go through this difficult time.
With deep love and gratitude for yours and your husband's sacrifice.
Bob and Gladys Rodriguez
Dena,
May you find comfort in the knowledge that Rob is no longer suffering. Our hearts go out to you - please know that you are not alone. We deeply care, even though we have not had the privilege of meeting you and your family.
Bob and Gladys Rodriguez
Dena, I'm so very sad to hear this news. You and Rob's family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I'm so sorry.
I guess God needed him more up there.
My heart hurts with the news of Rob's passing. You and your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers. If there is ever anything that we can do for you, now or at any time in the future, please let us!
The Pape Family
Dena,
Oh my goodness - I cannot tell you the sadness I am feeling. I know how hard you prayed, we all prayed. We have to believe that God wanted Rob for something better in heaven. Like you said, an angel watching over you and the girls. I will continue to send prayers of love to you and your family during this difficult days. Please give your girls a squeeze for me (eventhough I don't know them, they need all the hugs they can get). Make sure you get lots of hugs too. You are such an unbelievable woman and Rob could not have found a better soul mate. Someday he will be waiting with open arms for you. Bless you and your family and God Bless Rob!
Heather in Helena, MT
thank you rob ,for your sacrifice and bravery.we appreciate yo protecting our freedom and answering a higher calling than i can imagine. God will take care of your girls and your story will be told throughout the generations to come.i cherish the fond memories i have of you as a young boy in guatemala and your mothers wonderful friendship. you are truly an american hero. we're all so proud of you and so grateful.
We are so very sorry for your loss.
To the Yllescas family,
I am deeply sad to hear the news, I send you my deepest sympathies and may you find peace with God. Rob and the whole Yllescas family will be in my prayers. Rest in peace Bert.
Luis Diego Loarca
Guatemala
Dena and family:
I was brought to tears when I read that Rob had passed away. What a gallant fight he gave and what a blessing that he was able to spend his last days back in the country he was so proud to protect and with you by his side. I hope it brings you some comfort that he did know you and his girls were there with him and he is no longer in any pain. You eased his passing showering him with your love and dedication. You both are inspirations to us all.
God Bless you and hold you close as you say your final goodbye.
"Gone but not forgotten. Although, we are apart. Your spirit lives within me - forever in my heart".
I served with Rob in Iraq (OIF III)and I'm very sorry to here this news. Your family will be in our prayers. Thank's Rob for blessing us with your outstanding leadership and for cheering us up when we were down.
1SG Gerald S. Gullion
I am deeply saddened to read this post. I cannot express how deeply this has affected me, Rob died serving his country and I will always remember his struggle to stay with you Dena, your girls and the rest of your families.
Dena you watched over him in the end, now he will watch over you all, forever.
God bless~
I am deeply sad for you and your girls. I pray for peace and healing for you all.
America grieves with you.
Thank you for the privilege of letting us know your hero.
The Hoskins Family
Aiea, HI
Dena, Julia, and Eva, I am completely heartbroken over your loss. Rob was a fantastic man. He will be truly missed by many. He is a hero who fought so people could have better lives, one who gave all. I am so so sorry. We love you all and we are here if you need anything at all. Dena I can't wait until I can give you, Julia, and Eva a huge hug. We will keep you Girls in our prayers. Love, Alayna, Ryan, and Gavin
Dena,
My heart goes out to you and the girls. In 1993 I lost my uncle Jon Rystrom in a naval plane accident, leaving behind a wife and 2 little girls, ages 3 and 7 months. I know I don't know what you are going through, but I know someone who does and if you would like to talk to her, I can get you her email address. God bless your strength and your love for Rob!
Sara(Everingham)Noble
Stromsburg NE
I have prayed with you since your first post... I pray God will continue to bring you to my mind often, in the coming days, weeks, months, and years.
May you know God's presence, and may your girl's know Father God as many of us never experience.
My prayers are with you and your family during this painful time of loss.
The world was a better place-- IS a better place-- for his having been among us.
God bless you all.
Dearest Dena
I am so very sorry for your loss. You have written an incredible tribute to Rob by telling us of the journey through this rough time. It will be a strength to those who may have to pass this way down the road.
My heart goes out to you and the girls. And I am in admiration of your strength and perseverance. You truly are an incredible lady.
With much love and respect
Amy Gustavson
Dena,
I was in the midst of unpacking when this feeling came over me and I went right to the computer to check your blog and damn if my feeling wasn't correct. I(we) are so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. He will be a great angel to watch over you and the girls. We are here for you and the girls. All Our Love, The Eddy's
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart aches for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you daily. I didn't know you or your husband but I can tell that you are right when you said that another angel has now gone to heaven. May God bring you peace.
I am so sorry, so very sorry... my heart is breaking for you, for all of us... he was truly a great and brave man, a hero in every sense of the word... I don't know y'all, but I've seen y'all's faith and courage over the course of this blog, and I know what I said above is absolutely true. (((hugs))) We love y'all and continue to pray for you daily....
Dena,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers everyday. May God give you strength to get through this loss.
The Ricci Family
Dear Dena and family,
I extend to you my deepest sympathy for your loss. Treasure the 4 weeks that you spent with Rob, even though they were difficult, you can be proud of his courage and yours. He definitely is an American Hero. Take care of yourself and your daughters. You have wonderful family support and that means so much.
God Bless,
Connie Alexander
I'm so sorry for your loss Dena. My heart aches to hear this. I admire your strength and courage through this all and know that you will get through this because Rob will be watching over you. I'll continue to pray for you and your family.
Michelle Rodriguez
Dena,
I am so sad and I am so sorry. I came to look for you this afternoon but you were with your family and I did not want to disturb you. The medical staff in ICU that looked over Rob today shared with me that his passing was very peaceful and with honor and dignity. The very least I can say is that I hope there is a small measure of comfort of the fact that if this was in the plan for Rob, he was able to come home to the United States to be with his family. He was able to
feel the warmth, good energy and love from all of you prior to his passing. There was so much love and warmth in his room and the staff felt that through your family. Please know that you and your family did everything you could to bring him love and comfort with your constant touch, family videos and pictures plastered everywhere on the walls. I know he felt your presence there along with your family. What a rollar coaster ride of emotions this has been for you and your family. I want you to know I am thinking of you and your little girls during this time. Rob's little ladies.
My heart sinks for you and I will tell you, it is going to be hard for me to walk by Room 18 with the purple heart over it and not think of Rob and the amazing support he had around him. I hope to see you before you leave, but if not and understandably so, I send you and Rob's mother a hug with a lot of strength through this difficult time.
Laura
Dena and Barb,
You have an amazing angel
and hero in heaven.
Rob is in our hearts and
prayers and you are too.
You take care of you and the
little ones and know God still
walks beside you.
Our love,
Joan and family
My heart breaks for you. You are in our prayers tonight. Thank you for being the example of strength for all those who pass through this site. I will forever apprecaite the courage and sacrifice your husband gave by defending me and mine performing honorable service for our country in far away places. God Bless you and your family.
My heart hurts for you...I picture Rob with so many other angels, and he is blessed.
Dena and family - please be lifted up with all the prayers and know that you are not alone - you have touched the lives of many and we care for you. You sharing your love for Rob and your Lord has been a gift to us all. We are honored to know Rob thru you. Find strength in John 11:25 "I am the resurrection and the life, he who believes in me, even though he dies, will live."
God's blessings, may He hold you all, in the palm of His mighty hands.
Don and Linda
My Prays go out to you & ur daughters! Been keeping up with it all was very heart broke to read the message yesterday and expecially today! May he rest in peace! God bless!!!
It is with sadness and joy that I leave you this note. It is always heart breaking to lose a loved one. I can only imagine when it is your spouse.
The great joy is knowing that he has gone home to be with his loving Savior, Jesus Christ. All earthly things matter little when the gift of salvation is in the picture. But the pain of losing him will be there none the less. Always remember the good times and know that you will be reunited again.
Dena,
I will strive to be half the Wife, Mother, and Woman you are. You are my hero and a fine example of a fellow United States Army Wife.
You have displayed for the world- with Grace and Dignity- what it means to serve others though Christ. You and Rob now have touched thousands of people...changing lives. May God continue to bless you and bring your family Peace.
~Angela Hunt
I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband, and your little girls' daddy. While it won't make it better, thank you for having sacrificed for the rest of us.
Holding you and your family in our hearts and prayers.
Elaine, Mark and Alex
The Bakers- Jackson, MO
Soldiers Angels. org
Your loss is a shared one.
Dena,
I was just made aware of your circumstances and the end of Rob's earthly journey and beginning of his heavenly one.. I know that you and your family are very proud of Rob as well you should be.. he has fought the good fight and now can rest in peace and watch over you and your family.
In God's Glory -
Mrs. Yllescas,
In a small way I share your grief; that is to say, as a soldier I feel the loss of any one of us.
I am constantly amazed and refreshed in your strength of faith, indeed it has renewed my own.
Rob is at home, at peace, and whole now. His mortal coil is shed, and he waits with the lord above. Although I would have liked to have met Rob, and do someday hope to meet you and your family, I am glad to know that he had someone so deeply in love with him and so caring to see him through these last few weeks.
Leaders like Rob are rare. Although I never met him, to know that he found someone like you, and chose to spend his life with you, says volumes about the kind of person he, and you, are.
May the lord bless you and keep you, may he comfort you and your family, in this your hour of need, and may you feel the outpouring of love and support all the days of your life.
--Major Chuck Ziegenfuss
Dena and girls,
Our hearts go out to you. You have been so strong and brave. Although Rob will be missed, we can look forward to the time we will see Rob again; and see the face of our living God! Please know that you, your family, and Rob's family will continue to be in our prayers. May God grant you the peace that passes all understanding. Carson and I are here for you anytime.
Love,
Carson and Erica Schott
We would like to express our heart felt sympathies towards you and your family. I only learned of your courage and strength regarding your husbands injuries today when I read about in on the Lincoln Journal Star website. My wife and I both grew up military kids and have very strong military ties throughout both of our families. We truly love, respect and appreciate our military and their families for their service and sacrafice. Our hearts ache for you and your family. May God give you the continued strength and support to persevere in your husbands honor. My wife and I are Nebraska graduates and we now live in Round Rock, Texas (just south of Killeen) if you need some help once you get back to Killeen please don't hesitate to contact us. We would be more than willing to help in any way we can. From one Nebraska family to another.
Joe and Hillary Burrus
I am so sadened to hear the news. I have followed the blog and was so happy for th egood news especially for the kids. Our prayers are with the family and now the Loed has heald al the pain. God Bless a GREAT LADY AND YOUR FAMILY. I feel blessed ot have gotten to know you and Rob.
Mike C
Omaha
Dena,
Today my heart has broken. There are no words strong enough to tell you how much you and the girls are loved and prayed for this evening. And there are truly no words strong enough to thank Rob for his service to a grateful nation.
Rob was the pure definition of "Hero" and he will forever be remembered as such.
And you, Dena, are an extordinary woman who endured a pain beyond belief. Thank you for sharing this most difficult journey, all who read and prayed with you and your family will be better for knowing you and Rob.
I pray that our Lord Jesus will wrap His most perfect loving arms around you and the girls and hold you tight. Cling to Him and as He promised He will never leave you.
God's most precious blessings to you and Julia and Eva....
Amy (Eric W. sis)
My prayers go out to you and your families. You all fought so hard to have it end sadly. My heart is breaking for you.
Dena, Julia, and Eva
I am so sorry for your loss. Rob has touched so many lives and was loved by all. He was an amazing person and will always be remembered. He was and will always be a true american hero.
I love you guys, Alyssa
Dena,
Today my heart has broken. There are no words strong enough to tell you how much you and the girls are loved and prayed for this evening. And there are truly no words strong enough to thank Rob for his service to a grateful nation.
Rob was the pure definition of "Hero" and he will forever be remembered as such.
And you, Dena, are an extordinary woman who endured a pain beyond belief. Thank you for sharing this most difficult journey, all who read and prayed with you and your family will be better for knowing you and Rob.
I pray that our Lord Jesus will wrap His most perfect loving arms around you and the girls and hold you tight. Cling to Him and as He promised He will never leave you.
God's most precious blessings to you and Julia and Eva....
Amy (Eric W. sis)
Dear Dena, and cousin Barb, We are so sorry to hear of Rob's passing - he is definitely in heaven, now one of God's soldiers. Your faith in God and his miraculous ways is inspiring. God has blessed Rob with a miracle - the miracle of eternal life. Rob is once again healthy, all his pain and suffering gone. jesus made the ultimate sacrifice - giving his life for others, and so did Rob. Rob is a hero to his country, his fellow soldiers, and most importantly, his family and you and his daughters. We will continue our prayers for you and your family. MaryAnn Schott, and the families of Carmen (Schott) Johnson, Carla (Schott) Rohwer, MaryAlice Schott, and John Schott
Godspeed Captain Yllescas. Thank-you for your supreme sacrifice and may God give your family comfort in knowing that you are a hero to your countrymen. Godspeed captain, Godspeed.
Dena,
I wish there was a way to ease your pain, as you you and the family try to find a way through this. Yours and Rob's strength these past weeks have been inspiring. May he walk with the Lord and may you and your girls once again find joy and happiness with him watching over you.
Love,
Heidi
I pray that all the support and encouragement possible comes your way, and that the prayers and wishes for healing will help to lessen your sorrow over time.
I am sorry for your loss, and the loss of our nation. Rob, and his band of brothers, represent the very best: the heart and soul of service to our nation that makes everything possible for the rest of us. I pray that his sacrifice will always be honored, and that his memory will live forever.
Dena, I just heard the news on television and had to check the blog. I'm glad that Rob felt no pain in the end. And i'm happy to know your oldest daughter was able to see her daddy before he went to be with God. I will continue to pray for you and your family.
God bless you all,
Shay, Hastings, NE
Dena, My condolences to you and your family. I realize that this has been a trying time for you, but you held up and kept trying to beat the odds. God only knows right now that Rob is in a special place, "Fiddlers Green", Thats where all the heroes are. They are a band of brothers that will take care of their own sitting at the right hand of God. You are such a strong woman to have survived yourself through this long ordeal. Rob will be watching over you and your daughters from up above now. Our prayers are with you from the Iowa side.
Dena, My condolences to you and your family. I realize that this has been a trying time for you, but you held up and kept trying to beat the odds. God only knows right now that Rob is in a special place, "Fiddlers Green", Thats where all the heroes are. They are a band of brothers that will take care of their own sitting at the right hand of God. You are such a strong woman to have survived yourself through this long ordeal. Rob will be watching over you and your daughters from up above now. Our prayers are with you from the Iowa side.
You are a wonderully strong woman. God bless you and your family. At the risk of sounding cliche, I offer the words of Ambraham Lincoln.
"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save.
"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, April 1864
Dena - Thank you for being an amazing wife. Without the support of women like you, I don't think our country would be so wonderful. Many thanks to Rob for the sacrafice he made for me, my family and all Americans. My prayers are with you. Kara
Dena,
I have never met you or Rob but I have been following your blog since you started it and I feel as if I do. I am so sorry for your loss. You and Rob are among the strongest of people. Reading the blog day after day, I found myself in complete admiration for you and your strength and optimism. Please know that all of America believes he is a hero and will never forget the sacrifice he made as well as the sacrifice you made for our country and our freedom. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Melissa Ripley
Lincoln, NE
My heart and soul cry for you today. My prayers are with you and your family. Another angel has signed up for an amazing journey and a good angel he will make indeed.
I am so sorry for your loss. I have been following Rob's progress closely and when I read the latest update, my heart sank. I will be praying for you and your girls, as well as your extended family. Rob is a true American hero. Thank you for all you have done in being an awesome example of a loving and faithful wife to your Rob.
Have you ever heard the following song...~~What a day that will be, when my Jesus I shall see, when I look upon his face, the one who saved me by his grace, when he takes me by the hand and leads me through the promised land, what a day, glorious day that will be~~...just be blessed in knowing that Rob "is forever in that day". He is now where we all strive to be. WOW! My prayers are with you.
Jarita (a fellow military wife)
After my mom passed away, when my children were very small we would talk about her being with God and Jesus, and it was comforting to them to know this. We also release balloons on a regular basis because they always go straight to heaven to be with the angels that have gone before us. Thank you for the amazing, real world example of how strong someones faith can be during adversity. We know that Rob is in a comfortable place, and he is cradling you in his arms from heaven. Thank you for being you, and everytime you look into your girls eyes see the wonderful parts of Rob. You will be in our prayers for a long time to come!
Dearest Dena and your entire family--words fail me. Please know my heart is breaking along with yours. After all the encouraging signs, to hear that Rob's earthly fight was over is such sad sad news. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for sharing this journey with us--it has made you feel like our family. Thank you for showing us what real faith, love, and devotion is--It shined from you in every word you wrote. We have all learned much from you and Rob and your Christian example. Thank you Rob, for your supreme sacrifice so that we might live free. Again, words fail me. Know that God's perfect love will sustain you and that we love you. Love and prayers...Jackie and Joe
Dena you have been very strong through this whole process. My prayers and heart go out to you and your family. Im very sorry to hear about what has happened. I know there isnt enough words that can be said, but just know that i think you are a very remarkable lady, a great mother, and a wonderful wife. You do have an angel looking over you and your kids now. He is in a better place now with GOD, this blog spot has been an inspiration to every reader out there, it takes alot to put out feelings to everyone about whats been happening every day! I look up to you, you are a very strong woman. God Bless You!
Dear Dena,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God bless all of you, not just during this difficult time, but for the rest of your lives. Please know that a perfect stranger is proud of you and Rob, amazed at your strength, and sends you her love and support.
God bless you, your family and your angel.
All my love,
Sandi
I don't know how the comment I made earlier didn't get on here- I know we've been with you all day, but I feel a need to get you a note here too.
We are so proud of you Dena, and the entire family. Our lives are richer for knowing you all, and Rob. We have so many wonderful memories of our fun with you two... Oh Dena, my heart aches as I smile thinking about "the good 'ol days". I wish we were all sitting around a poker table drinkin' and laughing right now. One day, we'll all meet again...
I'm so glad that you have your two sweet girls to help you get through this. In helping Julia, you get little tips on how you can best help yourself- you two are so alike... and then sweet Eva... what a little stinker she can be already! I look into her eyes and see such a striking similarity to Rob- that child has her Daddy in her STRONG! Although, somehow Ev-a-thin just does not have the ring to it that Rob-a-thin did for me... ;) I suppose just Eva will do just fine. :) hehe...
I suppose the fact that I can even joke at all at this time is a mark of what dear friends you are. I'm so sorry Dena- I wish I could make all this go away.
We love you, and will be here for you in whatever way we can.
Here's to Rob- we miss you terribly and honor the sacrifice you've made for our country.
xox
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Please know you and your family are in our prayers.
My heart is breaking for you, dear sister in Christ. Please know of our fervent prayers for your whole family...
Take care,
The Gasperini Family
The Patriot Guard Riders of Georgia offer our most heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your beloved husband and American Hero, Rob. We share in your anguish at this most difficult time, and we pray that our merciful God will provide you with the strength, comfort and healing that you will need, both now and in the future.
As we will not forget the courage, commitment and sacrifice made by your beloved CPT Rob Yllescas, so too will we always remember the ultimate price he paid for our freedom.
God bless you, and God bless the United States of America.
Sincerely,
The Georgia Patriot Guard Riders
Dena,
I can't begin to express how sorry I am. My heart is breaking for you and for your girls. I have three daughters and when I tried to explain to them what happened to Rob and what a brave man he was, it was just so hard to convey the bravery and sacrifice he made for all of us. I will continue to pray for you and for your little girls that you can feel some peace and reassurance in the hard times that will follow.
I'm sorry for you and your loss Dena, beyond what words can easily express. I did a post about it on my blog (http://galenslade.com). Couldn't really find the words there, either...
We are so sorry Dena, know that our prayers are with you. We will be at the funeral. You are the strongest person I know, and I know you will be a rock for your girls. If you need anything, please let us know.
In Him,
-Joshua & Jennifer Werth
Barb, Dena, girls and family;
I am so sorry to hear about Rob. I have been following your blog since it appeared in the Omaha World Herald. Rob is an American hero.
Barb, your co-workers back at MCC are praying for you during this difficult time.
Lean on the Lord and He will carry you. God be with you!
Blessings,
Kathy Croson <><
Dena,
Our sincerest sympathy for your loss. We have been praying for you all. Please take comfort in your knowledge that Rob is in a better place.
Words cannot express the depth of my sympathies to you and your family, Dena. Rob was obviously the cream of the crop. Thank you for your faithful support and love for him in his service to our country, which culminated in his ultimate sacrifice. You are in my prayers.
Laurie in Nebraska
The muffled drum's sad roll has beat
The Soldier's last tattoo
No more on Life's parade shall meet
That brave and fallen few.
On Fame's eternal camping ground
Their silent tents are spread
And Glory guard, with solemn round
The bivouac of the dead.
The sunshine of their native sky
Smiles sadly on them here
And kindred eyes and hearts watch by
The heroes' sepulcher.
Nor shall your glory be forgot
While fame her record keeps
Or Honor points the hallowed spot
Where Valor proudly sleeps.
Yon marble minstrel's voiceless stone
In deathless song shall tell
When many a vanished age hath flown
The story how ye fell.
Your own proud land's heroic soil
Shall be your fitter grave
She claims from war his richest spoil
The ashes of her brave.
--from a plaque at the 20th Century Veterans Memorial in North Platte NE.
Dena,
My sincerest and deepest sympathies to you, the girls, your and Rob's families. He was such a fighter. He will always be with you and the girls. My prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Theresa O.
Pleasanton, NE
Dena,
Words cannot express my sorrow for you and for your family. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your strength through this has been an inspiration to a lot of people. You are an amazing person. I wish I had words that could ease your aching heart but I do not. Rob is a true hero and will be remembered as such. May God be with you and comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Angie Kuzel
Your family and friends our in my thought and prayers.
here is a prayer for you...
"Guardian Angel Guardian Angel
from heaven so bright,
Watching beside me to lead me aright,
Fold thy wings round me, and guard me with love,
Softly sing songs to me of heaven above. Amen"
Alicia Olson
I've been following you here in Montana, and I'm just so sorry for your loss.
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
Dena,
I'm not sure if you have heard this song, but I found it to be a great source of encouragement after my Grandmother passed away after a long illness. The words are fitting to Robs situation. I hope it brings some peace to you.
http://www.imeem.com/yeheyifoundit/music/3R1bTpC3/don_moen_if_you_could_see_me_now/
Dena,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of the news that he went to be with the Lord after such a long battle. Just remember that this was God's will, though it is very hard to accept, and that Rob is in the best place he could ever imagine, and has a brand new body with no injury, problems, or pain. You've stayed strong for a long time, and even though you're a stranger to me, you have inspired me and have become one of my role models. "Be strong in the Lord, and in the power of HIS might." I know for a fact that God will take care of you and your little girls. Be strong in Him and put your trust completely in Him, and he will help you overcome the trials ahead.
I will continue to pray for your family, and if there is any possible thing I can do for you, Please email me at Sarah_2_Japan@yahoo.com and I will try my best to help. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss, but am glad to know that he is with the Lord, looking down on you with all his love. God bless you and your family.
Love in Christ,
Sarah
To your whole family , much love and prayers and strength to you in this time. I am a friend of Melissa Novoa ,and I am also a military wife. While I can not say I know how you feel , just know that I will pray for you and your family!
May you take comfort in knowing
an angel is watching over you.
Hold tight to memories for comfort,
lean on your friends for strength,
and always remember how much you are cared about...
May God continue to give you strength and courage in these days ahead. Our hearts share in your pain, but we know Rob is now pain free and with God.
Love, Kathy Jo and Dean Heine
"O God, by whose grace thy people gain courage in the way of the heroes of faith, we lift our hearts in gratitude for all who have lived valiantly, and for all who have died bravely for truth, and liberty, and righteousness. Especially do we thank Thee for the heroes of the common good, who suffered and made trial of bitter sacrifice in achieving the freedom of religious worship and the measure of social and political and economic liberty we enjoy in this good land. God of our Fathers, help us to prize very highly, and to guard very carefully the gifts which their loyalty and devotion have passed on to us. Grant unto us the gift of a living and vigorous faith, that we may be like the heroes: that we may be true as they were true, that we may be loyal as they were loyal, and that we may serve our country and the cause of pure religion all the days of our lives; and grant that we with all those who depart hence in faith of thy holy Name, may wear at last the victor's crown. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
We are heartbroken to hear of Robs death. It is hard to understand why God would put you both through so much and have Rob taken away.
Some day all your whys will be answered. Your faith will get you through as it has carried you this far. Our wish for you is that tomorrow will bring one less tear than today. We know the road ahead will be long but remember you have thousands of prayers going up for all of you every minute.
Steve and Sheila Tonniges
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you know the peace only God can give in the next days, weeks, months. . .
Oh Dena, My heart is with you and the girls. Rob made the greatest sacrifice one can make and to protect us all. I know you are in pain but so very proud at the same time. What a wonderful husband, father, and soldier. I feel honored to have spent the time with him that I did. Your angel, Rob, will always & forever be with you in heart and soul watching over you and the girls and waiting for you in heaven. I'm praying for you, Julia, & Eva, all the family to find the strength to make it through this difficult time. When you are ready, give me a call. I'm be here for you always. Take Care.
Love You, Courtney
Dena -- Your Great Aunt Sally from Osceola called us this afternoon with the sad news about Rob's passing. We have been praying for Rob throughout his fight, particularly with these past weekend surgeries, and we will continue to pray for you all.
We only met Rob at your wedding, and through your blog we realize it was our loss that we didn't get to know this wonderful man better.
We will see you all in Osceola.
Craig and Monica Gissler,
Simon, Griffin, Aurora & Ethan
We were sorry to hear about the loss of a great man. Take comfort in your family and friends. May God bless and protect your family and all of the troops serving our country!!!!!
The Gilbert Family
Dena, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Agnieszka in Denver
Dena, I know I already left you a message. I wish I could be there with you right now and give you a big hug and and tell you in person, "Everything is going to be alright." You are not alone. You have many loving friends and family. We all will help you make it through this. I can only imagine how deeply you must be hurting. I'm in tears for you, the girls, all the family. Rob is watching over you giving you his strength. And god knows how strong that man is. We must all find peace in knowing that Rob is now resting in peace. May god be with you.
Love always, Courtney
Dear Dena
From Patrick Yllescas
We have never met.
I just found out that Robert was injured a few weeks ago and passed away today.
Althought we never got to share a lot of time together , he was still my family.
My heart got completely filled with sadness by reading in this blog that my cousin suffered so much these last weeks and of his death today.
Robert left us, but be sure he will always be looking over you. With all his love.
My most sincere and loving condolences to you and the whole family, specially to you, your children, Barbara and Otto.
My mother and I are sad that Robert left us and what you all have gone Through.
May God give you strength and the peace you need in these tought times.
And to my Cousin.......
Robert where you are now, i send you all of my love and admiration, you made us all proud.
Patrick Yllescas
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your girls today. I am so saddened to read this update as I've followed the story all month. Each time I logged on, I hoped for progress for Rob. You certainly do have a lot of love around you and his willful spirit and passion will be with you and the girls forever.
Becca Albrecht
Phoenix, AZ
Wow, what a journey you have shared with us! Thank-you! God Bless you and your family!
Dena~ I am so sorry to hear about Rob. Hang in there and know what an amazing wife/mother you are!
Mandy Winkelman
Your husband and your children's father was a hero. Not because he died, but because he lived for a higher calling than his own life. Not many people do that. They live for themselves. However, I know that you want him here and so does everyone who has been praying.
I came across your blog from Felicia Jenkins who grew up with Rob in Guatemala. I am so sorry for your loss, but grateful for his and your service to us.
Teresa Horvet
Our love, prayers and gratitude are ever yours.
Memory Eternal. You and Rob are forever known by God.
Please have Blackfive pass the word if you ever need anything.
Dena,
Mike and I are devastated about Rob. He was such such an amazing man--so strong and full of life and so in love with you. We feel blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know him, and we will always cherish those memories.
You have been amazingly strong. He lived his life to the fullest, and that will always be so. Love reaches into eternity and his love will always surround you and your girls. He loves you and he feels your love.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Love
Emma and Mike
I have been following your blogs all along and I am heartbroken. There are no words except I am sorry. I am so so sorry.
Dena,
You are such an amazing person and Rob is a hero. Thank you, to you & to Rob, for your sacrifices. You have been and will continue to be in our prayers. God bless you & your family ALWAYS.
Tim, Gillian & Cooper Hendrix
Missouri
My heart aches for you, but feels hope in knowing how VERY STRONG your faith is. Your faith in the Lord will help you through these difficult days ahead. Do know that Rob is with God and will see all you have given to him and his girls and all you have to give in the coming days, months and years.
Angels surround you...ALWAYS!!!
We thank Rob for all he has given for our freedoms here in the U.S.A.---he is a warrior forever!
Dena and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks and my eyes are tearing as I type thinking of what you and your family are going through. My prayers, thoughts and heart are with you.
Liz M.
I was greatly saddened to read your post today. I have been following your blog for weeks as I prepare to deploy. Your husband is a true American hero. I will continue to pray for him, you, and your daughters. They should grow up being proud of their father who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Many prayers to the family from Lincoln, Nebraska. He is pain free and with his savior right now...Rob had completed his mission on earth and is now protecting you from above.
Dena,
I have been following your blogs and have been praying for Rob's recovery. While I was sitting in my living room, suddenly, I just knew Rob was gone. Something told me to check the computer and although terribly saddened by your headline, I was not surprised. Raise your daughters with memories of their father and save this blog for them to read when they are grown. They will be so proud.
You, Dena, are an amazing woman. You opened your life to us all and shared your time with Rob. Be comforted in knowing that you were with Rob, holding his hand, as he was finding his way back home.
God Bless you and your entire family.
Our prayers are with you. There are people all over the world praying for your family. Our hope is that you can be comforted in knowing that we all support you. Rob is a true American Soldier, the type of guy we are all proud to have known. He had an awesome sense of humor. He'll be missed by all. We love you Dena.
~Your extended 1-13AR Family
Ft. Riley, KS
My heart is deeply saddened by this news. Rob fought hard and he is a true hero. I admire your strength and our prayers will remain with you and your family.
Mugg Family
Dena,
My heart goes out to you and your family. We are so sad, but Rob will always be watching over you and the girls. He will remain in your hearts forever. We will keep you all in our prayers. May God continue to keep his arms wrapped around you, Julia and Eva.
Eric, Cris & family
Dena,
Your story is one of love, support and faith. May you find comfort in your daughters and the memories you share with Rob. I know your older daughter will help Eva remember her Daddy too. This blog is a powerful & beautiful thing they will treasure in the future.
I will remember the sacrifices you, your daughters and family have made.I am so sorry. I am sure he is very proud of you.
I thank Rob for his service to our country. I am in awe of his bravery & strength.
I adopted a soldier in November. I will think of you and Rob every time I write or send a care package. It's a small thing, but I hope you have some comfort that another soldier has support from home.
By the way, Go Big Red! I am sure Nebraska is waiting to embrace you.
I send you all the best thoughts and prayers as you heal.
A Cornhusker in Virginia
Yllescas Family-
I am so sorry to hear the loss of such a wonderful man. Just know that there are many people taking care of Rob in Heaven.
Amy Hernbloom
Heaven is real! and Rob is there! Alive and well! God COMFORT YOU now with His great LOVE, great PEACE, great arms of PRESENCE! Love, Wandafay!
Dena-
I got the message tonight, from my Mom. I can only begin to comprehend how hard this is for you. We'll chat in person as soon as possible.
Know that you were all Rob though about during his deployments, when he didn't have to be focused on the mission. It was obvious during the short dinner I had with him in Iraq. You and the girls were his grounding thought, his tie to home. And you have been his rock since he got here.
It's hard, but take comfort in that.
Dena,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you in this tough time. God bless you and your family.
The Turners
Dena and family,
We are sorry for your loss. We continue to pray for your family. Your devotion and care for Rob is to be admired. Take care of yourselves.
With great sympathy,
Kyle & Sarah Phillips
Dear Yllescas Family,
I am so sorry for you loss. Words aren't very comforting, but I found that knowing that people are praying for you and your family does help. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and know that all of you are in our prays.
Father of A1C Elizabeth Jacobson
Be strong for your little babies, from how you write about your husband. He would want you to be strong for your girls. My prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to hear this news. While I do not know you, nor did I know your husband, I too served in Iraq and feel a certain kinship. I have followed your blog and prayed often for Rob and your family. May the Lord hold you in his hand and comfort you during this terrible time.
As a father, I know Rob Yllescas wants his girls and wife to be happy. And he is relieved that they don't have to see him struggle anymore. Any good father would sacrifice his own body to help protect his children, which is what Rob did. Rob Yllescas did his duty, stood stronger than any human body is meant to, and his last demand is for his girls and wife to live and to be happy.
Dena,
Our hearts go out to you. We are so sad, but know that Rob will constantly be watching over you and the girls. He loved you all so much, and that love will remain in your hearts forever. May God continue to keep you, Julia and Eva wrapped in his arms.
Cris, Eric and family
Thank you Rob. Thank you for your service, thank you for your sacrifice and thank you for keeping my family, as well as your own, safe.
May God hold your wife and children in the palm of his hand as he welcomes you home.
May God place a balm on your heart to help you with your loss.
I'm so sorry.
Dena no se como expresar my dolor cuando escuche que su esposo fayesio, especialmente cuando compartimos unos dias con ustes en fisher house mis oraciones siempre estan con usted. Que dios les vendiga a usted y sus hijas; y mis barbara.
carmen
I'm so sorry. Your faith and love have inspired all of us.
LAW
We are so sorry. We grieve for your loss and your daughters' loss. We pray that you will find your strength in the love of the Lord and His people.
The Westenhoffs
Dena, precious ones, and family,
Words can often not express how truly someone cares and is loved. There are always those unwritten, mostly unseen by many expressions of the heart. The array of emotions you have felt has been shared by many who have supported you, prayed, and continue to beseech a living God on your behalf.
Ecclesiastes 3:1,4 states there is a season for all things.....to mourn, to laugh, to weep. While you and so many are going through a terribly rough season, may you hold to the promise of Jeremiah 31:13;
"I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow."
With much love and prayer,
Chappy Jeff, Teresa, and Maygan
Dear Dena,
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to you, your girls and your family. I will continue to pray for all of you. The first thing I have done for the last few weeks has been to check your blog. I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I know that you are a woman of faith so I don't have to tell you that Rob still lives and that he is at home now, watching over you. I wish you God's Peace.
Hope
Massachusetts
Dena,
I have never met you and your family but I feel so close to you guys. I can't imagine what you are going thru. I have never known someone with so much strength. I admire you and will keep you and the girls in my prayers.
I know with your strength, you will be able to make it thru this.
Beth Mariani (mike&margaret mariani sister in law)
The world was a better place because Rob was in it. My prayers are with you and your children.
I'm so sorry for you loss. Words cannot describe how sad we are. Rob touched MANY lives.
May God give you and your family stregnth during this time.
Karla and Mike Porcelli
Dena, my condolances to you and your daughters. Rob was a great guy and outstanding leader. He will be missed.
Dena,
I am so sorry to hear about Rob. I have been reading your blog and praying that he makes a quick recovery. You are a strong woman, and you and your girls are in our prayers.
Dean, you are right. Rob will always be there with you and your little girls. He will be looking after you. I am glad that he is not in pain anymore. But I know he taught you how to be a fighter because that what he was. Our hearts are very heavy for you and your family. You are a truly remarkable person. I hope to one day meet you. If you and your family every need to get away for a little while please come to texas and let me take care of you. You have touched so many of us with you faith and devotion. Always in our heart and thoughts Ron and Jeri Briley
Yllescas family...My thoughts and prayers are with you. My youngest son just returned from Iraq. I am so grateful. Every time a soldier surrenders the fight it affects all American's. I feel so deeply for all of you. My Dad died about one year ago. The loss all of you will experience is huge, but just remember to ask the Lord for help when you need it. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.
Dena, we know that GOD is in control and you and your family will see him again. I know this must be so hard, I can't imagine, but you will be in our prayers and thoughts. GOD bless you and your family and I pray that GOD's great peace and grace that we cannot explain will overflow on your family. GOD bless, the Pittmans, smithfield va
Dena and Family,
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. May loving memories of Rob warm your hearts in the days ahead.
Joyce & Alan Barocas
Dena
I am so sorry. Please know that Rob, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers and will not be forgotten as will all the brave men, women and their families who sacrifice so much for us all.
Paul
I read the news right after you posted yesterday, Dena. And like so many, I just stared at the screen thinking "it can't be!" I just now found words to express my gratitude to you and Rob, and the service you both have performed for our country. This morning after I took my kids to school, I was sitting in traffic in front of a local large church, and I looked up and saw the American Flag waving in the breeze high above the brick building. I just couldn't take my eyes off of it. For what it stands for and the thousands of people who have given their life for our freedom. And the millions who have been left behind once they have died. All the people driving down the highway over the period of a few hours this morning, and I bet I was the only one to ponder the significance of that flag. And yesterday morning, I would have driven right past it. Because of Rob, hundreds of people across the world (or thousands!) will have a new appreciation for the sacrifices made thanks to Dena sharing her story over the past month. Rob had a special place in my heart, as did his whole family. I have many wonderful memories of Otto, Barb, Rob ("Bert" :), Chris, Jenny and Natalie. But the legacy Rob has left is much more important than any of those memories. He is a hero. Plain and simple. And Dena, you are a hero too. Having this blog to share with your girls when they are older is priceless. There is no value that can be placed on having your day to day emotions as you dealt with this battle you and Rob were fighting.
Now rest in His arms as Rob begins a new journey as a healthy, whole man of God. He is watching over you and your girls, and your earthly family is ready to take care of you as you travel through this chapter in your life.
Thank you for changing my views on our Freedom in this country. So many feel the same way, so we thank you.
Much Love,
Cassie in Tennessee along with the Woodson family, and my husband, Jason and two kids, Ethan and Emma
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God give you strength and be with you.
In Christian Love,
Michelle Judd
Your post this morning brought me to tears and my heart dropped when I read your words. I am deeply sorry for your loss and I will be praying for you in the days, months, and years to come.
My heart is with you and your family.
Holli Lund
Columbus, Ohio
Dena, Julia and Eva, Barb, Otto,
Chris, Jenny, Natalia, Raymond and Esther, Alan and Bev, and all of your families,Our love and prayers are with you each and everyday ahead. Rob will be in your hearts forever and always near. We are so thankful that we have such brave men watching over us all. The town of Osceola is here for you . God will keep his arms around you. Pat and Terry Mentink
I am so, so sorry for your loss! Know that there are so many of us praying for you and your family!
The Christensen Family
Guatemala
Dena I am soo sorry--thank you so much for being so strong to update us each and everyday on this site. I think about you and Julia often, what a brave little girl you have.
Your whole family has been such an inspiration. Your girls are so lucky to have you as their role model. God Bless
Dena:
I'm overcome with both sadness and Joy.
I know you are hurting and will miss Rob for the rest of your life. I also know that you will look forward to the day that right after Jesus welcomes you into Heaven, Rob will be there to give you a hug and a "Welcome Home".
I rejoice that I can look forward to meeting Rob in Heaven. He must have been a remarkable man and he was very lucky to have you for his wife.
God trusts you to take care of those precious girls. I know that you have a lot of family that will help anytime they are needed.
I feel like I have a new friend (You) and will continue to follow your blog and watch the girls grow up as long as you continue to post.
I love you as a Sister in Christ and will continue to pray for you, the girls and your family as you move through this time of grief.
Rob is with Jesus and there is no more pain. He will recieve his reserected body when Jesus returns to the "new Earth."
Thanks again for his service to our county.
Mike from Topeka, KS
Dena:
I've been following the blog that you have been writing about Rob and although you don't know me, I still wanted you to know that my family has been thinking of you and we are keeping you and your family in our prayers. ((HUGS))
"A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself." - Joseph Campbell
Rob is a Hero and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Our prayers are with you through this very tough time. God will take good care of him. We will continue to pray for you and the girls.
Heath, Kelsey and Coy Vrbka
May the light shine down on you and yours now and in the days ahead. May it warm you with the love that was his for all of you, and guide you on the path you now take. Know that all of you are in thoughts and prayers.
Blake
aka Laughing Wolf
The Wray Family - Alabama
Our family has always had it's sons and daughters going off to other countries in defense of our country. Even now.... Our hearts break for you and your family and I pray that God's peace and love will bring comfort to you. Your loving husband will be attended to....
Dena, I've been praying ever since I heard about Rob. I was so touched by Rob's story and I prayed that he would make it because he was young and strong. I worked with Rob's mother, Barb, at Brandeis (Drapery Dept.) in Lincoln when she was in college and I've thought about her often over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. America is truly a better place because Rob was so committed to serving his country! God Bless You!
Susan McCoy
Lincoln, NE
Dena,
I am so terribly sorry about the loss of your husband, best friend, and the father of your two little girls. Take comfort in knowing that he spent his "dash" well and has gone on to his reward in heaven.
Carol Ward
Mother of a 6-4 Soldier
Dena and girls,
My heart is breaking for you. There are not words to express how thankful I am for your husband and his willingness to pay the ultimate price for our freedom. Thank you for living the military life so that we could all be free.
We will continue praying for your family in the coming days. I so look forward to meeting Rob and the rest of your family in Glory. Rest in God's comfort and mercy.
In HIS Love,
The Carper Family
Sutherland, NE
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am humbled by your bravery and that of your family. I will forever remember you, your family and your dear, sweet husband, Rob. I am more sorry than I can ever say.
With much love and respect always,
Daphne Wedig
Dena,
My heart breaks for you and your two beautiful daughters. There are no words to express the gratitude I have for the sacrafice your family has made. Your precious Rob made such an impact in such a short time on this earth. YES you have a special Angel now, to watch over all of you. May God wrap you in his Love and Confort during this time and hold you ever close.
All of you will continue to be in my prayers. With Great Respect and Love, Carla
Dena and family,
All of us in Nebraska City continue to pray for you and your family. We will continue to lift you and your family up in our prayers in the days, weeks, months and years to come. You must be very proud of your Rob. He fought the good fight, and there are so many more that are fighting for our country's freedoms. May God Bless you all.
The Pargett Family, Nebraska City
Dena,
I called the LRMC ICU today and told them about Rob. On behalf of all of us in Germany, please allow me to extend our deepest condolences. It was an honor to support you and Rob during your stay here.
Rob's fighting spirit and your courage and grace during the past weeks has been an inspiration to so many.
Our hearts and prayers are with your entire family and with everyone at TF Raider.
I promise to remember Rob always.
MaryAnn
Soldiers' Angels Germany
There are no words to ease the pain and grief you are feeling ... know you are being lifted up in prayer by many many people.
I am so sorry for your loss. Dena, your love and faith have been an inspiration. Thank you for sharing these weeks with us. May G-d give you strength and comfort.
Thank you, Rob, for your service to our great country. May your memory be a blessing for your family and your countrymen.
Shari
I'm very sorry for you.
Gabby
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
We were saddened to hear about Rob passing. We can not begin to fathom the pain you are feeling. Our prayers are now that you will let God help with your pain and lighten your heart. Your little ones need you now very much. Your family will continue to be in our prayers during this difficult time. I did not know Rob as a man but feel I knew him as a warrior and fellow soldier.
The Bechtel's, Belton, Texas
US Army, Retired
I am so sorry for your loss of you husband. I know he was a good man to you and your children.
Your friend,
Jaelen
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dear Dena, julia, and Eva,
I'm not sure what to say except I'm sorry.
Addison
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dear Dena, Julia and Eva, Barb and Otto, Chris, Jenny and Natalie and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Rob.....from the first day we've been praying for him and all of you. We do thank Rob and your family for being such an example of faith and service....and our prayers will continue to be with you that God will surround you with love and peace......lean on Him and don't stop calling out to Him....
all our love from Xela,
Valerie and family
Dena, Julia and Eva,
I'm sorry that Rob died. We all are sorry.
Loggan
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Julia
I am so sorry that your father died and to me it is so sadfor the family. Your dad died helping people.
Santiago
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena, nothing I can say can bring you peace or comfort, but the best friend, comforter, healer, Jesus can and will give you what you and your little girls need. And we, your friends and family and fellow believers, can carry you to him.
All of our prayers and love,
Maddie & Derek
With Hope - Steven Curtis Chapman
This is not at all how
We thought it was supposed to be
We had so many plans for you
We had so many dreams
And now you've gone away
And left us with the memories of your smile
And nothing we can say
And nothing we can do
Can take away the pain
The pain of losing you, but ...
We can cry with hope
We can say goodbye with hope
'Cause we know our goodbye is not the end, oh no
And we can grieve with hope
'Cause we believe with hope
(There's a place by God's grace)
There's a place where we'll see your face again
We'll see your face again
And never have I known
Anything so hard to understand
And never have I questioned more
The wisdom of God's plan
But through the cloud of tears
I see the Father's smile and say well done
And I imagine you
Where you wanted most to be
Seeing all your dreams come true
'Cause now you're home
And now you're free, and ...
We have this hope as an anchor
'Cause we believe that everything
God promised us is true, so ...
We wait with hope
And we ache with hope
We hold on with hope
We let go with hope
Dean,
I'm sorry about what happened to Rob.
Connor
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
I am really sad for you Dena and for your two kids.
Clayton
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena,
I have been following Captain Yllescas' recovery ever since Pat Schott sent me the news regarding his injuries. I awoke this morning, just as every morning since receiving a link to the blog, anxious to read your daily updates. This morning, I did not want to get out of bed. Something felt different. I logged into my email and I caught a glimpse of the update via the preview feature in my Gmail and needless to say, today is bitter/sweet for all of us. Everyone did everything they possibly could to save him, but in the end, he has been called to a higher post. Everything happens for a reason and this is one that will take some time to understand, but in the end, he truly is in a better place. Good speed peace, solitude and happines to your life once again... Thank you for being you and as dedicated as you were to your man during the most difficult time in his life.
BDG
Dena, Julia, and Eva
I know it must be really hard to lose a person you love. Denia, I am really sorry you lost your husband. Julia and Eva, I feel so sad that you lost your dad.
Alysson
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dear Dena, Julia and Eva,
I hope Julia and Eva won't be sad. I was sad that Rob passed. I am so sorry.
Colin
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena, I'm sorry about the sad news, but I hope you and Julia and Eva are doing well, but I'll send you more comments to make you feel better. I will be your friend.
Sincerely,
Lakeysha
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
I can't imagine losing a dad. I feel sorry for your two girls.
Dakota
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dear Dena, Julia and Eva,
I feel horrible what happened. Its really hard that Julia and Eva lost their father. I am so sorry after I heard what Mrs. Grady said today. I started to cry in the inside. Rob probably misses you in heaven.
Sincerely,
Cailey
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
I'm so sorry for you.
Miguel
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena, Julia and Eva,
I am so sorry to hear about Rob.
Sincerely,
Mathew
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dear Dena,
I'm very sorry to hear that Rob passed away. I feel really bad for Julia and Eva.
Sincerely,
Alyciana
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena,
My Family's thought's and prayers are with you
Dena,
I'm so sorry to hear this news.
Rob was obviously a fighter, and it appeared he was going to recover completely, but God obviously had other plans for Rob, we can't even begin to imagine the lives he has touched and molded but I know that as time goes by his reach will become more and more evident.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.
Thank you for introducing us to the wonderful person and man that is Rob.
David M
Editor: The Thunder Run
Dear Dena,
I am sorry that Rob died yesterday, and I am sorry for what you and his daughters had to go through yesterday.
Staci
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
God Bless Rob, and God Bless you and the rest of your family as well. Words are so insufficient. All I can say is "Thank You" to Rob and his family for his service.
Dear Dena,
We're really sorry that Rob passed away, but look it's okay because I know how it feels because my dad died and I'm 8 years old. You also have to be strong for Julia and Eva. They're not just going to be storng for their selves, they need support from their mom.
Sincerely,
Amy
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Please accept my deepest and sincerest sympathy. I know that these words will do little to ease your grief however take solace in the fact that Rob was a great man who loved you and your daughters and that there are many of us thinking of and praying for you and your family.
I am very sorry for you Dena, Julia and Eva that Rob passed away. I know it must be hard to lose someone you love.
Love,
McKenzie
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena, Eva and Julia,
I'm sad that your dad and husband died. My friend Alysson and I started to cry. Everybody in my classroom is sad of what happened, and hope you will be happy again and forget all those bad things that happened in the past and think of what will happen in the future.
Sincerely,
Stasia
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dear Dena and Family,
Today, there is JOY in HEAVEN and saddness on earth.
I will pray with all my heart for your children. They had a dad that loved them so much, that he gave his life for their freedom. I can not think of any greater love then that.
I remember when my dad died, we recieved a call at 3:00 am and we packed the three girls in the car. The doctors kept him on life support until my Aunt and Uncle and our family arrived. Dad only had one sister. I remember Dad's sister asked tha paster to read a scripture that I know hold near and dear to my heart. That Christ will lift us up on Eagles Wings...and we will shine like the sun. I wanted to type the whole passage, but the Holy Spirit who is in me says no, this is the verse for today. Found in Isaiah 64:8-9
Yet, O Lord, you are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand. Do not be angry beyond measure, O Lord; do not remember our sins forever. OH, look upon us, we pray, for we are all your people.
For those of you who want to read God's reply it is found in Chapter 65 of Isaiah. My bible lables it Judgement and Salvation. I lable it God's truth to know eternal life.
Dena, may the LOVE of JESUS CHRIST bless you and your family. May he live in your family and may the HOLY SPIRIT be your strenght in times of trouble and saddness.
In our church we say May the PEACE that PASSES all UNDERSTANDING be with you, AMEN.
ALL OUR LOVE,
The Nelsons
I kow what you're going through and I feel sorry for you loss Dena, Julia and Eva.
T.J.
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
I am sorry for your loss Dena, Julia and Eva.
Logan
Mrs. Murry & Mrs. Grady's 4th Grade
Converse Elementary School
Beloit, WI
Dena - Everyday I prayed for you and your family to pull through this. Words can not express the loss you are feeling at this moment, but know that you should be very proud to have been married to an American Hero. We are all blessed to have men and woman as strong as Rob fighting for our freedom. Our hearts and prayers go out to you, the girls and all of your families in this time of need. Your faith in God will help you through this rough transition, but I know you will be strong in the end. Blessed are you to have a guardian angel to watch over you now. May God be with you. The Malone Family
Dena,
We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always.
Love and prayers,
The Andrew family
Dena,
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm so sorry. My heart breaks for you and your girls. I don't know what else to say. You have been so strong through this whole journey. Thank you Rob, for all your sacrifices! You truely were a Hero.
Love you all!
Kasey, Kory and Addison
DONT THINK OF HIM AS GONE AWAY
HIS JOURNEYS JUST BEGUN
LIFE HOLDS SO MANY FACETS
THIS EARTH IS ONLY ONE
JUST THINK OF HIM AS RESTING
FROM THE SORROWS AND TEARS
IN A PLACE OF WARMTH AND COMFORT
WHERE THERE ARE NO DAYS AND YEARS
THINK HOW HE MUST BE WISHING
THAT WE COULD KNOW TODAY
HOW NOTHING BUT OUR SADNESS
CAN REALLY PASS AWAY
AND THINK OF HIM AS LIVING
IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE HE TOUCHED
FOR NOTHING LOVED IS EVER LOST
AND HE WAS LOVED SO MUCH
BY LISA BANE
Holding you and your family in prayer Dena.
Carol Dzurenko
Powder Springs, Georgia
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