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Holly A. Charette
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Name: Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette
Age: 21
From: Cranston, R.I.
Assigned to Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Incident: Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette was killed June 23 when a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device detonated near her convoy vehicle in Fallujah, Iraq.
Died: June 23, 2005
Rhode Island Marine killed in Iraq bombing
By Eric Tucker
Associated Press
Age: 21
From: Cranston, R.I.
Assigned to Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Incident: Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette was killed June 23 when a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device detonated near her convoy vehicle in Fallujah, Iraq.
Died: June 23, 2005
Rhode Island Marine killed in Iraq bombing
By Eric Tucker
Associated Press
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A female Marine from Cranston who died in a suicide bombing attack in Iraq was remembered Saturday as a popular high school cheerleader who was “always ready to help anyone out.”
Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette, 21, died Thursday after a vehicle carrying explosives struck her vehicle in Fallujah, the Defense Department said. She was the first female Marine killed in Iraq.
“She wanted to become a Marine after 9-11,” Charlene Wheetman, Charette’s aunt, said Saturday in a statement on behalf of the family. “She wanted to do something for her country. She was a very proud Marine.”
Jaime Caniglia said she didn’t know her former teammate on the Cranston High School East hockey cheerleading squad was serving in Iraq until she saw Charette’s photo in a newspaper Saturday.
“She was an awesome, awesome girl,” said Caniglia, who...
Occupation
Headquarters Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Incident
Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette was killed June 23 when a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device detonated near her convoy vehicle in Fallujah, Iraq.
Prayers & Messages
Holly A. Charette
2008-11-04
holly was my ex wifes cousin,even thow i never met holly i want the rest of her family to know she's still on my mind and will never be forgotton for the sacrifice she made for me and the rest of our great country .may you always fly with angels.
Russell Ayers ,Thomasville ,N.C.
Holly A. Charette
2008-06-07
Thank you so much for patriotism, love of our country and the ultimate sacrifice you have made. May your family and friends find comfort in their memories of you. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Holly Bug!!
2006-01-04
Holly-I'm in Iraq now I got her a month to late to see you. I miss you so much. I will never forget all the crazy times we had. I feel like you are my guardian angel out here. I wish I could wake up from this dream but I face reality everyday that I come to work and see your picture on my desk. Thanks for everything you touched my life in a way that you will never know. Your death will not be in vain Holly Bug!! We will never forget you. I love you and miss you so much. See you in heaven.
Holly Charette
2005-12-28
I'm sorry you couldn't be here longer. You have changed so many peoples lives. I remember first grade through fifth, we were together. two peas in a pod. now, ur gone. With kelly nester. I know you remember kelly. And I'm here. Down two friends. You may be gone, but you'll never be forgotten.
Holly Charette
2005-12-02
Holly was a great person, anyone lucky enough to have met her knows the happiness and love she gave off. I think of her often and wish I could talk to her one more time. It is hard to lose a friend that you have not talked to in a while. Even though I will no longer be able to make contact with her in person, I talk to her daily. I know that she is an angel in heaven looking over all of us. One day, if I have a little girl of my own I will name her Holly. SO
holly a charette
2005-11-12
holly, we all think about you every day and whenever i cry about you, i just remember that you served our country and sacrificed your life for our freedom, and i know that you would be so happy to know how much everyone misses you...i love you
Holly A. Charette
2005-07-18
I have been on so many of these and have tried so many times to write something, but before now I never could. I guess I have finally come to the realization that no matter what I write, I can not change what happened. I think about you everyday and miss you so so much. You were a great roommate, an amazing person, and an even better friend. With all my heart, I hope you knew just how much you meant to me. I will remember you everyday and cherish all the times we spent together. I love you and I miss you dearly.
Until the day we meet again,
Sarah (Sarahbadarah)
Until the day we meet again,
Sarah (Sarahbadarah)
Another fallen Marine
2005-07-14
My heart aches with profound saddness for Holly's family and friends. Semper Fi !
holly
2005-07-13
My bestfriend, my angel. I thought as the days went on it would get a little easier, but it doesnt. i cry myself to sleep wishing things would change. Holly i miss you so much. I talk to alex and help him through this too as the pain we both have is so strong. we were up until 5am just talking about you hol, and all the memories we have shared with you. I told him about all the goofy things you and I did while he was away at iraq and when i came down to NC, and how Doc caught you singing into the hair brush while we were getting ready to head out for the night. that was great. i couldnt stop laughing. that was what you did best you always made me laugh. Holly i miss you sooooo much. i wish i could have taken all the pain you recieved, instead of you recieving it. HOlly ill see you when i cross over! i miss you. Danielle
Lcpl Charette
2005-07-11
My prayers to the family, friends, and comrades of this fine young Marine. Thank you Holly. You will be missed by more than you know.
God Bless you.
Very Respectfully,
SGT Paul Dayes
United States Army
God Bless you.
Very Respectfully,
SGT Paul Dayes
United States Army
to holly and arod
2005-07-09
Holly, im not sure if you are going to read this, so i will be sure to tell you tonight when i pray. Holly i cant find any words that can fully express how sad and lost i am. I NEVER thought this would happen, and here i am, writing to a friend that is no longger here. camp lejeune is going to be so lame with out you. Holly you will be missed and i will never forget about you, my kids are going to know about the great holly. Peace Holly, ill see you when i get there. P.S hope you liked the chips!!!!
Holly
2005-07-08
I hung out with Holly on a couple of occasions and she was a great person. She made me laugh a lot and have a good time. She will be missed very much. But I will not mourn, although it was just a few times we hung out, i will remember those and remember what she was doing and why she died. She brought a smile to everyone she met and knew. To her parents I am sorry for the lose.
Cpl Andrews, J. C. USMC
Cpl Andrews, J. C. USMC
Holly A. Clarette
2005-07-06
May God shower you with everlasting love, we know how hard it is to be in Iraq, but we from the Philippines salute you for your never ending commitment to your country and for the whole world. Our father who art in heaven hollowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our sins as we forgive those who trespass against us but deliver us from evil, AMEN. Hail Mary full of grace the Lord is with you, blessed ar you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus. Holy Mary mother of God pray ofr our sinners now and at the hour of our death, amen. Glory be to the Father and to the son and to the holy spirit as it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be world without end,amen
Holly A Charette
2005-07-05
Bravery
Holly A. Charette
2005-07-05
Prayers and heart felt condolences for the family and friends of Holly!
Holly A. Charette
2005-07-03
Holly, May You Rest In Peace, knowing you served the United States of America. Daniele, I hope you will heal, knowing how proud you must be of your Best Friend. To you and to Holly's family, my prayers are with you. I did not know Holly, but from her Smile, I feel as if I did. She is truly an Angel! God Bless our Troops! Daniele you knew my Dad, David, He was a Marine! I lost him to cancer last Fathers Day. He would be so proud of Holly! May all of you who mourn Holly, I hope you find PEACE.
Donna
Donna
Holly A. Charette
2005-07-03
My heartfelt condolences go out to the parents of Holly. for surely I felt your pain, if only for a short time, as I waited to hear from my daughter who is in the same unit. Shattered by the news on that friday morning, I sat trembling for hours waiting to hear form my Jessica. though I was truely relieved that she was ok, the reality of your loss struck me deeply.
I'm sure that our girls knew each other and that Holly will be missed dearly by her fellow Marines.
I'm sure that our girls knew each other and that Holly will be missed dearly by her fellow Marines.
HOLLY A. CHARETTE
2005-07-02
HI HOLLY,TODAY I MET YOUR MOM N DAD AND THOUGH I NEVER HAD THE GOOD FORTUNE OF PERSONALLY MEETING YOU THROUGH THEM AND MY COUSIN ALEX I STARTED PUTTING A PUZZLE TOGETHER AND AT THE END I CAME UP WITH YOU.SOME PEOPLE WHEN THEY PASS ON HAVE FUNERALS YOUR WAS NOT SUCH A THING.FUNERALS ARE FOR DEAD PEOPLE AND YOU'RE NOT,YOU LIVE IN YOUR LOVED ONES' MEMORIES IN THE TREES AROUND YOUR HOUSE, ON YOUR LAWN,IN THOSE BIRDS THAT SING EVERY MORNING.GOD MUST HAVE A BIIIIIIIG SMILE ON HIS FACE,HE HAS A TRUE HERO BY HIS SIDE.WHEN EVER I THINK ABOUT A HERO YOUR NAME WILL ALWAYS COME UP FIRST"HOLLY".......SO LONG.
Lance Corporal Holly A. Charette
2005-07-02
You are with me every step I take because I take you with me every step.
You are missed because I miss you and you will be missed forever.
Your laughter rest in my heart and your smile still takes me breath away.
You were not my sister by blood but in our beloved Marine Corps you were and will always be.
You have touched me and I am truly blessed. Thank you for your love!
Semper Fidelis
You are missed because I miss you and you will be missed forever.
Your laughter rest in my heart and your smile still takes me breath away.
You were not my sister by blood but in our beloved Marine Corps you were and will always be.
You have touched me and I am truly blessed. Thank you for your love!
Semper Fidelis
Holly Charette
2005-07-02
Im so sorry for your loss i know what you are going through i lost my cousin Adam Crumpler June 18, 2005. We all appreciate the sacrifices all of the service members have taken...its just not right they loss there life over it! Your in our prayers!God bless you
God Bless Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette
2005-07-02
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. To have lost such a beautiful person is a tragedy. We love you Holly! Semper FI!
Holly Charette
2005-07-02
God Bless you Holly! You were courageous & determined! You will not be forgotten! May God give peace to your family in this time of great sorrow....
LCpl Holly Charette
2005-07-02
Holly, you were a great friend, and I will trully miss you.... I know you'll always be watching over all of us..
Holly A. Charette
2005-07-02
May God Bless you, a angel that layed down her life, fighting for freedom U.S. Marine's ! Our Prayer's will forever be with You & Your Love One's. God Bless your Soul & Spirit !. You will not be forgotten for your bravery. Rest In Peace !
Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette
2005-07-01
May the Grace and Peace of the Lord be with you. The bible says: "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends". Your sacrifice has not gone unnoticed, you will not be forgotten!
God Bless,
Charles
God Bless,
Charles
Holly Charette
2005-07-01
May the Shalom of God that passes all understanding be with your loved ones. Thank you so much for your service.
Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette
2005-07-01
Your sacrifice is NOT in vain. The people of Iraq are better off for your being there.
All US Soldiers
2005-06-30
Thank you for your dedicated service by sacrificing your lives as ministers of God to maintain peace and order.
We love you.
Mabuhay!
from the Philippines
We love you.
Mabuhay!
from the Philippines
Marine Lance Cpl. Holly A. Charette and loved ones
2005-06-29
Dear Holly,
Oh my.....you are the first woman soldier lost I have come upon. You are so beautiful and brave. Thank you for your service to our country and the world. I am so sorry we have lost you to this war and I pray that God comforts your family and friends in their loss of you.
Mary you rest in peace,
Mary
Oh my.....you are the first woman soldier lost I have come upon. You are so beautiful and brave. Thank you for your service to our country and the world. I am so sorry we have lost you to this war and I pray that God comforts your family and friends in their loss of you.
Mary you rest in peace,
Mary
prayers
2005-06-28
thank you for your service. thank you for our freedom. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GODS PEACE TO YOU. THANK YOU
Holly Charette
2005-06-28
To the living I am gone
To the sorrowful I will never return
To the angry I was cheated
But to the happy I am at peace
And to the faithful I have never left
I can not speak but I can listen
I can not be seen but I can be heard
So as you stand upon the shore
Gazing at the beautiful sea
Remember me
As you look in awe at a mighty forest
And its grand majesty
Remember me
Remember me in your heart
In your thoughts
And your memories of the times we loved
The times we cried
The battle I fought
And the times we laughed
For if you always think of me
I will have never gone.
By Unknown
My condolence to the family of such a fine soldier.
To the sorrowful I will never return
To the angry I was cheated
But to the happy I am at peace
And to the faithful I have never left
I can not speak but I can listen
I can not be seen but I can be heard
So as you stand upon the shore
Gazing at the beautiful sea
Remember me
As you look in awe at a mighty forest
And its grand majesty
Remember me
Remember me in your heart
In your thoughts
And your memories of the times we loved
The times we cried
The battle I fought
And the times we laughed
For if you always think of me
I will have never gone.
By Unknown
My condolence to the family of such a fine soldier.