Messages from the families

These are all comments left on our site by families and friends of those we honor.

  • From Dee Dee Bradford McClave on Lee Bradford

    What a beautiful send off to such a wonderful man! RIP UNCLE BUD
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  • From Buena Veterans Day 2019 – Last Salute on Veterans Day address 2019

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  • From Janette Burrows on Richard Black

    What a beautiful, respectful and honorary “last salute” for Richard G. Black. Words can not adequately describe the beautiful honor you gave to the family and friends of our fallen hero. It touched my soul.

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  • From Irene Brookes on Atlantic City Makes Last Salute Their Official Military Funeral Honor Guard

    Last Salute should be the official military honor guard for all of Atlantic County. They do so much for all veterans. A great organization.

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    • From Last Salute on Atlantic City Makes Last Salute Their Official Military Funeral Honor Guard

      Thank you very much. It seems the county is more interested in stopping us than helping us. I don’t understand why they have been so horrible to us. It is quite disheartening. Regardless we are here for the families and not the county so we continue our mission.

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  • From Jennifer Andres on Evelyn Alessi

    Thank you again to everyone who participated in this wonderful ceremony. My Grandmother would have been so pleased by it all, as were we. This is an amazing tribute you to our veterans and their families.

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  • From Kathy Hurley-Evans on William Hurley

    Thank you for doing this for my brother – he would be so proud!

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  • From Captain Rick Palatucci on Donald Polifka - Lt Colonel

    One of the most amazing events in the history of Brigantine Beach, New Jersey. The Last Salute is a total class act that flawlessly complemented the celebration of Colonel Don Polifka’s life. Their precise/skillful movements captivate the families and friends who honored the Colonel who had an exemplary military record.

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  • From Susanne Morello on Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School

    Thank you for making this day more meaningful to family, friends and the community. The celebration of Sgt. Dominick Pilla by his comrades in arms and other members of the military offered some solace to those who miss him so.
    Again, thank you.

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  • From Robin M. LaBelle on William Foster

    I am thakful for these wonderful photo’s. I could not be there to stand by my sister and her family physically, but I was there in heart and spirit. When I saw these pictures tears flowed. I felt connected. I will miss my brother in law , whom I affectionately called Bill Bill. I know he is no longer suffering and that he truly is in a better place. My heart aches for my sister Margie. She is the big sister who always tried to be strong. My prayer is that she will be able to grieve freely, let the tears flow… the help to relieve pain as it builds up, but they are prayers that our Creator, the great Comforter, hears and understands. May His peace and comfort ever surround her and his children and grandchildren, and Bill Bill’s family, and my family who loved him like a brother, and all my nieces and nephews to whom he was uncle to.❤️❤️❤️

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  • From Dolores Dill on William Foster

    The service was absolutely beautiful. I was very moved by the reverence and the spirit of patriotism that was in the service. What a wonderful memory for his family to cherish to see Bill honored in this way. He served his country well. It was a mournful day, but the presentation seemed to have taken the sting out of such a sad occasion.
    Our prayers will continually be offered up in the days ahead for my sister Margie, and her family as they move forward in the reality of their loss.

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  • From Cindy Monroe on William Foster

    This was a very wonderful tribute to Bill. He lived his country and he lived his family!

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  • From Lynne A. Friedlander on Paul Friedlander

    I just wanted to thank all of you for the wonderful ceremony you did for my father, Paul Friedlander a few weeks ago. It was truly beautiful and I feel blessed to have had the honor of your group at the Oceanville cemetery.

    god bless you

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  • From Joseph G. Hampton Jr. on Joseph Hampton

    Thank you so much for the beautiful Veterans Memorial Service. My Dad would have been so impressed with this tribute. We couldn’t have ask for anything more than this beautiful memorial service. Thank you for coming out in such bad weather to honor my Dad. Joseph G. Hampton Jr.

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  • From Jim Nyilas on Joseph Galli

    My thanks to Last Salute for your impeccable service in honor of a man who has served as my father for over 40 years. He became my Dad when I was just 12 years old and I am the man I am today because he was the man he was. Joe will be sorely missed for a time, but he has left us ith tremendous memories that will carry us through his absence until the day we meet again.

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  • From Allie Copeland on Mike Trombetta

    Thank you for the wonderful honor for Uncle Mike. As a family you brought us a great comfort despite the loss. He truly was proud to be a member of the honor guard and he would have felt a deep sense of esteem to receive such recognition.

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  • From Andrew Fortenbacher on Allen Suhr

    Fair winds and following seas, Marine! We have the watch. Rest in peace.

    Andrew Fortenbacher
    Gunner’s Mate First Class
    US Coast Guard Retired

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  • From Brian Wells on Mike Trombetta

    Sharp ! Really good heart and Dedication to honor the Fallen ! I wish I could have known him 30 years ago! I will indeed miss ya Mike! We will never for get ya!

    Brian Wells Honor Guard member VFW 9462 Absecon NJ

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  • From Tammy on Sgt. Stephen Paupst

    Thank you so much for honoring my Son. We will try and send a donation as soon as we can.

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    • From Last Salute on Sgt. Stephen Paupst

      We just added 4 more images.

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    • From Last Salute on Sgt. Stephen Paupst

      Thank you very much.

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  • From Dawn Smith on Joseph Galli

    Thankyou for that day of honoring my dad. He was and always will be a hero to me.
    Dawn Smith

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  • From Anita Davis on Ken Kesheneff

    Dear Kitty and Tommy…
    My heartfelt sympathy is being sent to you.
    May Kenny rest in peace.
    Love
    Anita

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  • From FAA Daily.com » Federal Aviation Administration 60’th Anniversary on Federal Aviation Administration 60’th Anniversary

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  • From Doug & Paula Smith on Vito Sherma

    It was of great honor to have been at Vito’s service, it was very beautiful and I’ll never forget it , he will be sadly missed. We are very happy to have met Vito and his family, who are beautiful and very loving. Like little Vito said “pop i will carry your legacy on “! May you all find comfort and peace in your time of sorrow, in my thoughts and prayers.
    Will never forget you !
    I will always remember Vito and God .

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  • From Joseph Laielli on Vito Sherma

    Very few men left today made from the same cloth as Veto. It was an honor for me to serve as his pall bearer. I’ll always remember you Veto. Hey V, I’ll remember what you taught me too…”keep your nose clean and work hard”

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  • From Debbie Bell on Vito Sherma

    We’re sorry we didn’t know but looks like a truly honoring service for a great man. Our condolences to everyone he touched who no doubt right now have sorrow in their hearts. Let the great memories take the sorrow place soon.

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  • From Janet DeClementi on Vito Sherma

    Such a deserving honor for Uncle Vito. Wonderful that they take such great photos a fitting and lasting tribute

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  • From Joe Devine on Medal of Honor Recipients Join Last Salute in honoring fallen heroes

    It was a great event this weekend at the VFW again with the Medal of Honor Recipients. An honor indeed! You guys do a great job.

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  • From Pat and Martha Thomas on Christopher Masarone - Cpl - United States Marine Corps

    Very impressive ceremony; befitting the great man Chris was.

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  • From Parmela Powell on Kenneth Chartier

    Kenneth Chartier, thank you for your service, your families sacrifices during your service to this great country. You raised a wonderful daughter in Lisa, she is a refreshing spirit.

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  • From Jackie Melendez (daughter) on Benjamin Brookes Jr

    My father was given a beautiful tribute this day. He is a wonderful man that will always be alive in our hearts. He almost gave his life a few times during his service with the Philadelphia Fire Department. We always dreaded the ringing of the phone at night when daddy was at work. And sighed a relief when he came through the door. He is a great father, one who showed us values and the right from wrong. He was and always will be our loving father. One day we’ll meet again in heaven and be whole. Until then…I miss and love him.

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  • From Irene M. Brookes on Benjamin Brookes Jr

    Thank you so much for such a beautiful, memorable Memorial for my husband Ben. My whole family appreciates what you all do.

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    • From Irene M. Brookes on Benjamin Brookes Jr

      Is there a way to correct the spelling of the last name? Also, how can I get copies made?

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      • From Last Salute on Benjamin Brookes Jr

        My apologies, spelling correction made. Did you just need a few for framing?

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        • From Irene M. Brookes on Benjamin Brookes Jr

          Yes. Is that done, or is it ok to just get prints at the local store? I am putting together an album from pictures others took and hopefully, if ok, copies of your photos. It says they are copywrited.

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  • From Sandy Wechsler on Tyler Wechsler

    these are a beautiful way to remember my son. Our family is over whelmed by the outpouring of love and support. We cannot thank you enough ❤️❤️ Semper Fi Semper Familia

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