not everybody can do good for her country, only afew, many have tried but only few survived, she did not die in vain, the sacrifices she've made will never be ever forgotten so others may live in peace
tragedy during her sevice..how sad,somebody who are think being an army is suitable for women must do a lot homework..this is sign of dark persisitance of misogny..
Had not wanted to see any tributes to Maria and Gabriel, almost a year and a half later still is too hard. That candle light vigil was wonderful, that was me and my two friends there, watching it made me feel like I should have done more, WHY though? Nothing was going to bring her and Gabriel back to life.
What softens the blow ... cesar back in Onslow County jail, and I pray that ALL ACTUAL TRUTH comes out and all those responsible are brought to justice!!!
the crime scene is literally like a 5 min walk from my house, when i heard this i was like no fuckin way, i walked over there and it was all taped off and when ur standin therelookin at it, it really hits home that this was someones life that was taken here, it just really blows ur mind...noone deserves that....noone. thoughts and prayers out to the family
I went to Vandalia butler high school, she was a senior when i was a freshman. I really wish i would have been able to meet, when she was there at the time she seemed like a really nice person. My regards to the family, and friends.
A little background on the song for those asking about it.... It was penned by Amy Grant as a tribute to Rich Mullins. But as all songs do, they take on a whole new meaning in time, and with each individual.
thank u so much this was a reallg great video and song i like the pics and i just want to thank u for fighting for this coutnry she put a piece of the puzzle together and now she i s in a better place
This was a beautiful tribute. Very well done and in such good taste. We can only pray that her murderer is brought to justice in this life, because i can assure you he WILL pay for what he has done in the next!
Thank you, isn't that a wonderful song? I had never heard it before, and then a Court TV poster mentioned that song on the Maria forum over there. When I listened to it, I knew it was the one I wanted to use for the video.
This is a very moving tribute to a young woman whose life was taken too soon. She's the mother of a beautiful son, soon to be born, also was taken from this world too soon.
May Maria and son rests in peace and the prayers be with her family as they cope with the loss of their dearest daughter and sister.
Thank you, Steph...and thank you for the reminder of who this case is really about...Maria and her baby boy. I can only imagine the pain of her family.
Such a moving video and song. Who sings the song does anyone know?
sassywheels 1 year ago
Semper Fi Marine you will be missed see you at the Pearly Gates..Guard them well
TWFsbeast 1 year ago
courage a la famille
harguo123 1 year ago
God bless this brave woman
barkamn 2 years ago
The greatest love you can show is to give your life for your friends.
God Bless You Marine
jprodajko1 2 years ago
not everybody can do good for her country, only afew, many have tried but only few survived, she did not die in vain, the sacrifices she've made will never be ever forgotten so others may live in peace
jasongalaroza 2 years ago
tragedy during her sevice..how sad,somebody who are think being an army is suitable for women must do a lot homework..this is sign of dark persisitance of misogny..
naplam79 2 years ago
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ilovetwilightthesaga 2 years ago
War is a Dangerous Tradegy, i probally face the same damn thing once im there.
PrivateThomas01 2 years ago
hey people who r watching this on may 8th, 2009 we're having a benefit concert for her at water front louisville, ky
mollyiskuell 2 years ago
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mollyiskuell 2 years ago
Had not wanted to see any tributes to Maria and Gabriel, almost a year and a half later still is too hard. That candle light vigil was wonderful, that was me and my two friends there, watching it made me feel like I should have done more, WHY though? Nothing was going to bring her and Gabriel back to life.
What softens the blow ... cesar back in Onslow County jail, and I pray that ALL ACTUAL TRUTH comes out and all those responsible are brought to justice!!!
okichabbii 2 years ago
the crime scene is literally like a 5 min walk from my house, when i heard this i was like no fuckin way, i walked over there and it was all taped off and when ur standin therelookin at it, it really hits home that this was someones life that was taken here, it just really blows ur mind...noone deserves that....noone. thoughts and prayers out to the family
jedthejed4220 2 years ago
RIP...and thank you.
streetcopper 2 years ago
Her family is always in my prayers. What a horrible tragedy.
darladanice 3 years ago
I went to Vandalia butler high school, she was a senior when i was a freshman. I really wish i would have been able to meet, when she was there at the time she seemed like a really nice person. My regards to the family, and friends.
Trigun120 3 years ago 2
May Maria and Gabriel rest in peace. I hope Cesar Laurean face justice and be put away forever for what he had done to the innocent mother and child.
Angylgyrl
angylgyrl 3 years ago
A little background on the song for those asking about it.... It was penned by Amy Grant as a tribute to Rich Mullins. But as all songs do, they take on a whole new meaning in time, and with each individual.
Edbrooks1977 3 years ago
Thank you. I needed to sing a song for my uncle's funeral and this is the one I want to chose. I needed to know who the author was.
CarrieFriedrich 2 years ago
heartbreaking and touching. i love the song.
rightbeefa 3 years ago
I do too; I had never heard it before and now it is certainly a favorite.
Forgetmenot34 3 years ago
heartbreaking and touching. i love the song.
rightbeefa 3 years ago
heartbreaking and touching. i love the song.
rightbeefa 3 years ago
thank u so much this was a reallg great video and song i like the pics and i just want to thank u for fighting for this coutnry she put a piece of the puzzle together and now she i s in a better place
semper fi
jtheis2011 3 years ago
You are welcome and yes I believe Maria was very proud to be a Marine.
Forgetmenot34 3 years ago
This was a beautiful tribute. Very well done and in such good taste. We can only pray that her murderer is brought to justice in this life, because i can assure you he WILL pay for what he has done in the next!
melissacpaderick 4 years ago
Thank you for the kind words, it was just a way to try to honor Maria and her child. So often the victims get forgotten...
I believe, though, that her murderer WILL be found and WILL receive justice...and you are correct, if not in this life, then, the next one.
Forgetmenot34 4 years ago
So sad =[
XUpWeGoX 4 years ago
Wonderful video, with great pictures, and a very moving song to accompany it!
May Maria and Baby Gabriel rest in peace!
paulgeneral 4 years ago
Thank you, isn't that a wonderful song? I had never heard it before, and then a Court TV poster mentioned that song on the Maria forum over there. When I listened to it, I knew it was the one I wanted to use for the video.
Forgetmenot34 4 years ago
Yes, it's a wonderful song; simple words, yet words that move people to tears, even at Amy Grant concerts; ask me!
paulgeneral 4 years ago
I believe you; I "teared up" when I first heard it. (Until recently I wasn't too fond of Amy Grant's singing but have started to really like it.)
Forgetmenot34 4 years ago
This is a very moving tribute to a young woman whose life was taken too soon. She's the mother of a beautiful son, soon to be born, also was taken from this world too soon.
May Maria and son rests in peace and the prayers be with her family as they cope with the loss of their dearest daughter and sister.
Steph
angylgyrl 4 years ago
Thank you, Steph...and thank you for the reminder of who this case is really about...Maria and her baby boy. I can only imagine the pain of her family.
Forgetmenot34 4 years ago