I did not know this brave soldier, but I knew Sergio who fought with him that fateful day that they both were taken too soon from all who loved them. It has been over a year since you have lost your loved one and words can never express the hurt that is losing the one you love. Without knowing him, I can safely assume he was a very brave man who knew full well what he was doing by joining our military. He was one of the few that can proudly call themselves Airborne Rangers. Know now that he is your sky soldier watching down of all of us with Sergio and the other 7 brave soldier's who were unjustly taken from us. R.I.P. SGT Garcia. Carmen E. -Miami, FL-

We love you and miss you more than this world. Thank you for all the beautiful memories you left us.

My memory of Israel Garcia is only from this Respectance website. Another selfless Soldier who fought and died for his country, the United States of Amercia. What I know about people like Israel Garcia, is that he fought under tough conditions in the Middle East to ease our fears of terrorists here in the West. To be a part of the allied force that fights terrorism around the world is a great honour. Israel Garcia will always be remembered by people who care, his family and his country. Rest in peace. James

Another hero lost to an awful war. We thank you for your service but mourn your death. Condolences to your family, wife, and close friends, who hoped for your arrival.