Daniel Zizumbo Obituary

Rest in peace, brother. You laid your life years before I joined and I am eternally grateful for what you did. As a soldier currently enlisted in the Army and also from the Southside of Chicago, I can’t help but draw comparisons of your life to mine. I’ve driven by the Szykowny Funeral Home countless times growing up, unknowing of the sacrifice you made years before. I’m proud to have shared the same city and organization with you. But, no matter what I do, I will never be half the soldier nor half the man you were. Today, my thoughts are with you, the Zizumbo Family, and any friends and service members who knew you. Thank you for your service, Daniel. And may God watch over your soul.

SPC Perez, 2024

I love you brother. Z I'll never forget you because you saved my life that day. RIP brother and I'll never forget you.

I first met u bk in kinder. @ pickard elementary.we immediately became close&started hanging w/each other.I would go 2 yo house&u would come 2 mine.I knew yo parents&u knew mine.dats how close we were.even after kinder.,we were still tight in 5th,6th,7th,&8th grade.in 6th grade,there were 2 many Danny's hanging w/each other so we all ended up w/our nicknames.u ended up being chivo&me;turtle.we use 2 have a lot of fun @ coaches in d fieldhouse.fr playing basketball @ pickard in d late night,2 playing baseball on a hot summer day,&playing tackle/flag football on a snowy day.u even use 2 rock dat eagles green jacket when we were in h.s.I knew u very well homie!&I'm proud 2 have known u carnal.as I look bk&reminisce,u were more den a friend.u were a carnal.I was extremely shocked & sadden when I heard of yo passing on telemundo in '07.it took me a while 2 get @ u carnal cuz I've ben locked up 4 a stretch & I didn't have proper access 2 dis site.but I never 4got bout u.I even got a tattoo in remembrance of u.you were a righteous vato&u were never scared.I miss u carnal & I got mad ♥ 4 u.you'll never be forgotten.u r 1 of Pilsen's finest.
I'll always smile & laugh when I think of u.thank u 4 yo brave sacrifice.

Gone but not forgotten my friend.

Thinking of you everyday brother. Thanks for looking down on us still today.

PFC Zizumbo:
I didn't know you but I was the 1SG of 1st CTC when you died. I had arrived to the company 6 months earlier and only knew of you through the contact with your deployed Platoon Sgt when i spoke with him to get a status report. I arranged the military funeral for you and held the last gut wrenching roll call when you did not answer. I comforted the Soldiers who did know you and we got through a tough time together. Know that you are still in my heart to this day because regardless of not knowing you well you were still my Soldier. Rest in peace Trooper.
CSM Jimmie Brown

I'm danny's niece Cielo.I've never seen him in my life before because he died when I was just born but I bet he was a kind person loved by everyone and everyone will always love him.

REST IN PEACE MY UNCLE

RIP Hero.

Never Forget. I didn't know PFC ZIZUMBO but I saw him that day. I was waving bye to Sgt. Yoon at the front gate as I drove Truck 2 out of the check point. The road was blocked by a semitruck, they knew we were coming and it was well planned. I was there that day, I saw it happen, called in QRF and went back to pull security. I remember waving at the soldiers as we drove out, they were pushing back the crowd. I never forget, I think about that day all the time, it's been over 6yrs and I don't forget. God Bless
"One Team One Fight"
USAF--SMSgt. McDonald

I will always love you brother remember that always! I still wish that I could have done something for you zizumbo. I pray for you and your family and hope that you are resting peacefully, AMEN.

To my brother Z....save me a seat bro

In memory of Daniel Zizumbo. Our nation remains grateful for your military service and sacrifice.

Never forgotten....miss you my brother.....

February 27, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo:
Always remembering Daniel. "Some gave all."

We miss you z

I will never forget you SPC Zizumbo you were an excellent Soldier,and friend to everyone that served in the 1st CTC company. My love and condelences go out to his mother, and his family. I am very sorry for your lose, he was an outstanding Soldier, and a loving brother to the end. Rest in peace my brother, friend, and fellow Soldier.
SGT (R) Giebas, Raymond

May God Bless you and Keep you in his Love. I wish to Thank You Daniel Zizumbo and your Family for Your Service in protecting our Country and us. Never to be Forgotten!

To the Zizumbo Family

I came around Millrinder 2009 calendar planner on the back was the name Daniel Zizumbo . I meet him in the dinner hall before he was to deploy just by passing. Just that short time talking with he wa s a bright younng man. I was very sadden to hear a young life cut short.

Nudi Varnardo

To the family and friends of Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo:
Please accept my remembrance of Daniel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I Had the Honor and Priveledge to serve in afghanistan with a great soldier friend and loving person to the family my prayeers will continue to be with you "Z" u know I love u always Backbone Hard as A Rock!!!! Battles forever

SPC Lakischa L. Lawrence

Didn't know Daniel...but we do honor our Warriors and never forget them..... especially when they are blood.

To the family of "Z",
I just found this guestbook 10 mins ago searching the internet with him being on my mind. I knew "Z" for a brief time when i was stationed there. whenever i had to go out that front gate i would see him with a lollipop and a huge smile no matter how bad the day was going. We would talk for a few minutes and then start playing with the kids who would try to sell things to us for random prices. he always had funny things to say and just crack me up. two weeks before the incident happened i met up with Z passing threw the PX tryin to get something to eat. thats where i remember him tellin me he was from chicago and then we just went on and on becasue i am originally from Milwaukee area. then later that week i got relocated to Baghdad. it was there that i found out from a phone call from a buddy that was still in Afgan. enough said. He was a GREAT man. a true blessing to have known. I have had him on my wrist with a hero's bracelet for over 3 years now and i have never taken it off. Your family and Z are on my mind everyday and i hope to one day visit his resting site if i can find out where it is. I wish your family the best of wishes for the future. "Z" even though i didnt know you like all your other unit members, i never forgot the times i had the pleasure to have met you out there and you are on my mind everyday. you will never be forgotten I promise that. Rest in peace Z and god bless your family

To' the family of zizumbo it took me these three years to' come to' my right mind to' Except what happened that day. I was there when it happened. I stood right by him and joked with him before i lost him. He always kept me and our crew up in spirits. He was our older brother. He helped me to become a better man and to have a better heart. Miss Zizumbo you have a great son. Zizumbo thank you for saving us that day. I still wear and will always wear your name around my wrist. You live on with me z. Thank you. Reyna

To the family and friends of Pfc. Daniel Zzumbo:
Remembering Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I was There that day, I did not know "Z" Personally but I ran into him every now and then at Bahgram A.B. Since I was an MP there, the same day next to "Z" Sgt. Yoon Jan-ho from South Korea and MS. Geraldine Marquez (A contractor with I Believe it was Lockheed)died, They will live in my mind and heart forever I can still see them in my mind, before and after the incident, there are no words to describe what I feal. I did not know of this guest book and I found it while looking on the internet. Love and peace to all

I had the express pleasure of knowing "Z". He served in Bagram with my Husband SGT Giebas, and there were many picnics and BBQs where he would just be sitting there playing cards always with a smile on his face. He was such a happy guy, and would do whatever he could to help a friend in need. He is and always will be loved by SGT Giebas and myself, Debra Giebas. You will be surely missed, and never ever forgotten. your picture hangs so that we will always have you close to us. may your family continue to find the solace that has helped them cope with what they have endured since that most painful day. you are always in our hearts and thoughts. God Bless you "Z", and the Zizumbo family.

Love SGT Raymond Giebas and Debra Giebas

ala family de danny kiero xprezarlez mi maz sentido pesame..... no saben la immenza trizteza k ziento d la noticia sobre la muerte d danny .... yo lo conoci en la secundaria ivamos en la misma clases.... y el era muy buena persona sobre todo muy respetoso y sobre todo muy timido... pero el era muy amigable..... lo tendre siempre en mi corazon y en mis penzamientoz.... todaz miz oracionez sera para el ... se lo k se siente perder al ser mas amado ..... yo lo eh vivido en dos ocasiones.... y es algo terrible ..... es algo k no se le desea a nadie .... solo kisiera compartir su dolor ..... tengo muchos recuerdos d danny .... mis condolencias para la fam zizumbo.. R.I.P DANNY I'LL ALWAYZ LUV U .....

To the family and friends of PFC. Zizumbo,

I never had the honor of knowing "Z" for a long time, but from the months I knew him, he was always having a good time and smiling. He was a great and fun person to be around, and to draw with. He gave his life in the line of duty to defend the people he loved. You. My sincerest apologies for your loss.

Bless you

It's your second anniversary today, we miss you so much Danny!

To the family of Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo:
Daniel gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

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Sincerely,
Kenna

I can't believe its almost been 2 yrs and yet it feels like it was just yesterday that we received news of danny's passing. I don't remember danny much but he has my respect for what he did for our country. To his family just want to say I know how everyday goes by for you because I lost my brother-in-law 10 days before you lost danny and its incredible that time goes by so quick and we miss them so much and sometimes it just feels like they're going to walk through that door any minute and then you realize it that they're gone forever but always remembered. GOD BLESS YOU...

It's hard to get over a loved, though I have never felt the pain, I know one day it will come. Family is the strongest bond you can ever have, and with it you can surpass any challenge that lies ahead. God nless Danny, and god bless your family.

Dear Family of Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo,

We want to say thank you. We understand that no words can be adequate for your sorrow. We certainly do not want to intrude upon your privacy. As Americans we want you to know that we deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice your loved one has made for all of us. We also would like for you to be aware that with this letter comes our special concern and prayers for you. We are all safer because young men and women who love their country, and know the value of a free nation, are willing to put themselves in harms way, and lay down their lives to keep this nation free and safe for all of us.
Your sacrifice is also very great. We know that we can give little comfort; however, the knowledge that your loved one did not die in vain, but died in the service of our country, gives each of us a noble example of the value of life, and the responsibility of freedom. We hope this will bring pride and comfort to you.
We at Gethsemane Church believe that there is purpose to life. We send this letter with our deepest appreciation for the greatest of sacrifices, you and your loved one have given to this country. We know it is not enough, but please allow us to assure you that your loved one is not forgotten.


Very Sincerely

Frank G. Noyes
Frank G. Noyes (Pastor)


Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
(Jn. 15:13)

I am very saddened to hear of the loss. I am sure Daniel was a great person. I wish I would have known earlier that I had a relative in the military, serving. Both my father and I were Marines in War time, and would have loved to support Daniel's tour. Nonetheless, I am very proud of the legacy Daniel left behing for the entire Zizumbo family and the rest of the US. It truly takes a great man of integrity and strength to to serve as he did. I am very honored and proud to be related to this American hero. Love, Manuel Zizumbo

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Zizumbo!

i still remember when we first met we moved in da basement of your moms house.we were young me,raul use to hang out in da back zulma,licci and myra always played together.life is so hard i wish we could've still been 14.we had no worries.but i guess we grow up to be somebody's in life.words can't explain how i feel a year later i know you are in a better place but its just that your physically not here and thats what hurts more .to your family our friends we need to cherish life for danny taught us to live life to the fullest .one day we'll meet again great friend and may your spirit live on forever in heaven.godbless you and your loved ones.joselo

Danny, well I dont know what to say man. Only a Military man understands what it feels to lose someone. Only family knows how it feels to lose a son, brother... I'm sure you already know that your family misses you dearly. Your sister is so proud of what you stood for. Its sad that this is our destiny.. But I guess God wanted you to be a guardian angel for your family.. I was fortunate to have met you cousin Paul... I met him here in the RS.. and bumped into each other in Japan. Hung out there in Oki... Fun memories. Just know you will be missed deeply.. GOD BLESS YOU AND TAKE CARE OF YOU AND PAUL AS YOU WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY..

To the Zizumbo family,
Senor, Senora, Licci, Mona, Guero... My heart goes out to you... I CAN'T Imagine how it feels to be in your situation. I know it hard and sometimes unbearable. It feels like a bad dream that we all wait until we wake up. just know I am heart broken to have found out what happened. My Prayers go out to you and my fallen Brother in Arms...
Danny. Rest in Peace brother.

All Gave Some, Some Gave All
Semper Fidelis,

Sergeant Barrientos E.

Z. I miss you buddy. I think of you often and haven't played chess since the last time we played when we were coming back from leave. God be with you and your family

I just wanted to extend my sympathy's to the family of this hero.
My son served with Pfc. Zizumbo and said what an honor it was.
I can only pray for your family and to tell you all how proud I am of all our troops and that we need to appreciate the ultimate sacrifice made.
God bless all of you.

SPC Zizumbo,

What can you say about someone that has touched your life in so many ways. I knew "Z", I worked with him many times outside that gate. He always made you smile, didn't matter what kind of mood you were in. We had that kind of relationship only a military member can understand, only spending time when duty called, but having a strong bond that could not be broken. I only knew him a few months but that was long enough to change my outlook on life. I wear a bracelet with his name on it everyday to remember how fragile life can be and how one person can change your life so much.

To his family you have my deepest sympathys. Words can never begin to express what I know you are going through. But I want you to know that Daniel has changed my life forever. I know the kind of person he was is because of the great people he had around him while growing up. May Godbless you always. Please let me know if you need anything at all.

To anyone that reads this I have one thing to say to you, it is the way I live my life now, because of SPC Daniel Zizumbo and that is
"Live Free Never Forget"

Godbless you Zizumbo family and friends

"Z" I will see you when the good Lord calls for me I know you will be at the gates watching over all those inside.

My sympathies to the whole family of Daniel Zizumbo. I remember him a lot!!! Animo Sra. Julia.

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

lo siento mucho, aunque no lo conocia, pero los acompaño en su dolor, me gustaria conocer a la familia de mi padre rogelio zizumbo Ayala de moroleon gto. salU2.
lo lamento.

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Zizumbo and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Please accept my deepest sympathies. My prayers are with you in your time of grief. May God grant you peace and comfort in this difficult time. My family is from Jeruco, Mich. and just to know that one of our own has passed, brings me great sorrow. Rest in Peace, My friend

My heart is heavy as I think of your family in this time of loss, and thankful for your loved one’s courage and sacrifice. You are in my prayers as I ask God to bring you peace and comfort. We will not forget.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

God gave us the gift of life with His precious Son. To this gift we owe our very existence.

We are blessed to have loved ones that are willing to follow His example of sacrifice and serve so that others may live and be free.

Our Freedom comes with great cost, but when the greatest price is paid the reward is Heaven.

My sister-in-law, Geraldine "Marque" Marquez, was checking trucks with Daniel at the gate. She was also killed by the blast.

Please enjoy the Freedom our two loved ones (and so many others)have provided us with.

God be with the Zizumbo family and those touched by his life.

With deepest regards,
Sgt. James Kimball

A la Mama y hermanos de Daniel: My familia y yo compartimos de manera unica su dolor al perder a un hijo, hermano y familiar. Nosotros tambien perdimos en el mismo ataque a my hermanita Geraldine Marquez de 31 anos de edad. Segun la informacion que se nos dio, Daniel y Geraldine iban caminando juntos cuando los alcanzo la explosion. Ahora ellos siguen caminado juntos en el cielo con nuestro Senor. Que la paz de Dios, Su amor y resignacion los acompanen todos los dias de sus vidas. Daniel & Geraldine viven siempre en nuestros corazones!

As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Zizumbo family in the loss of Daniel. I did not know Daniel, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Daniel you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

To Dan's family: I knew and worked with "Z" at Bagram and was nearby when he died. We had talked just the day before.

The job Z performed at Bagram was, day to day, one of the most dangerous. He did it very, very well. Everyone knew the front gate was the most likely place to get hit. Bagram is a large target and a suicide bombing attack is difficult to defend against. He knew death might try to come through the front gate and his job was to prevent it from getting any farther. He did just that.

Dan died along with 22 others that day, two of them young Afghan children. It would have broken his heart to know that. All the kids hanging out at the gate knew Dan as a friend and as some one they looked up to. The children of Bagram are the poorer for his passing. Hundreds if not thousands of Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen came out to stand at attention, salute and say good bye to Dan that dark, cold morning.

Members of Dan's unit are working to send you a panel from the guard shack Dan decorated with his distinctive "tagger" style. Pvts. Huff and Lerma are still there, still doing the job. You may wish to contact them.
May God protect you and heal your pain.

I am so sorry to hear about the terrible lost of PFC Zizumbo. I was in the same unit as Daniel for a short time before my discharge from the army. I heard the news just a few days ago and my heart dropped. My condolences go out to his family. He will always be a hero in my heart. God Bless

En nombre propio y de mi familia, quiero dar gracias por estar presente y compartir con nosotros estos momentos dificiles. Agradesco de corazon su presencia apoyo moral, comdolencias y bunos deceos.

Tambien doy las gracias a todos aquellos que brindaron a mi hijo (Danny) su amistad y carino a todos aquellos que de una manera o otra compartieron en vida su felicidad y sus tristesas. Gracias por ser parte de su vida, y solo me resta pedir una oracion en su recuerdo

Gracias,

hoy depositamos el cuerpo de Danny. En la madre tierra.como una semilla que macera a la en=ternidad,

Tambien hoy senbramos en nuestros corazones la semilla de amor que danny mas lego.

y erecera y florecera por siempre en nuestra vida.

Danny no se a ido vive en nosotros.

Senor:
Estamos perdidas en este inmenso mar de dolor.
iluminanos el camino para encontrar paz y cosuelo en nuestros corazones.

senores:
Tu me lo diste
senor
tu te lo has llevado

senor
hagasse tu voluntad en la terra como en el cielo

Amen

I am daniel's younger sister am so hurt that danny has passed away i miss u so much words cant express how i feel and its so sad that am not going to be able to see u no more. I still remember the Sgts coming to the house i was in school my phone was ringing but i couldnt answer so as soon as i heard u were in an accident i knew it but i wasnt trying to think the worst i prayed real quick but no it was too late u were gone. i always prayed to god when mommy would take us to church on sunday to take care of u but no it didnt work out People tell me you are in a better place but your not because you were better with me and the family. i was so attached to you i always followed u everywhere what hurts me the most is that u were here just a month ago the same thing happen with paul. u will always be in my heart and i wont forget about you. it was just a week ago that we buried u and i still cant believe ur actually gone and ur not coming back i gotta accept the fact that your not coming home to beat me up and call me fatty and tell me about your crazy adventures from over there and ur old neighborhood and ur favorite number and when u told me why ur favorite number was 21.I wont forget those times. damn danny you didnt deserve this you were such a good person sometimes i still think your over there and am waiting for a reply from ur email but i know that wont come true and now its going to be hard for me to go through this everyday of my life knowin you wont see me licci mono n guero grow up. and i wont be able to see your smiling face or when you would make your jokes omg hilarious lol!! (inside joke) All i ask for you while for up there is to take care of my mom you know we need her and she loved you sooo... much i dont know how she feels now but i know shes being strong for us just take care of us while your up there tell Paulie i said hi!! and we miss you both!! IOUR FAMILY WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE WHO IS SEDING THEIR DEEPEST SYMPATHY WE REALLY APPRECIATE IT THANKS!!

Daniel will be in my prayers petitioning God to keep him close to him, and if God willing to be your angel looking over his loved ones...

It is with deep sadness that I am forced to honor the memory of another fallen Warrior. I ask the family and friends of PFC Daniel Zizumbo to accept the offer of my most sincere and heart felt condolences. I hope that you know that your loss is shared by a grateful American. Most of whom you have not met and in all probability will never meet. Our nation sincerely appreciates the sacrifices of your patriot.

Freedom is not free; it is paid for by our heroes!

I know the pain parents feel when they loose a child. I lost a son 19 years ago. It is a pain that defies description. It is a pain that never goes away. It is a pain that will never end. It is a pain that is all consuming. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

May God Bless and keep you today, tomorrow and forever!

Rest in Peace Brave Warrior; you did your duty with great honor and dedication.

Semper Fidelis

Growing up, Daniel was a quiet and bright kid who loved sitting on the porch steps of his mother's house. And when you passed him by he would smile at you with a hint of shyness. Now Daniel is sitting on the steps to Our Father's House,Our Lord Jesus Christ, and when we meet him again, I'm sure he'll still have that same sweet smile. God Bless You Daniel...

I am so sorry to hear about another fallen! I know there are no words that I can say to ease your pain! The only thing I can say is let faith keep you grounded in your life and hold on to your loved ones! This will help you through! This is what helps me get through my days, I too have lost. My son entered into the Heavens to be with our Lord only 6 weeks ago! God Bless Your Family!

Sincerely,
Vicki Melia
In Loving Memory of Lcpl. Anthony C. Melia USMC~ Ramadi, Iraq 1/27/2007
"SEMPER FI"

RIP, know that your homecoming wont be easy, but to your family, at least they now know that you finally made it home and the LORD welcomed you with open arms, GOD bless you and your family.

Para la familia de Daniel Zizumbo, mis palabras no son capas de decirles lo mucho que me hace pensar sobre mi futuro y el dolor que siento por ustedes. Considerando lo que le ha pasado a su hijo, igualmente sabiendo que yo estoy, y soy parte de el US NAVY, me duele tener una pequena idea de el dolor que sufren.....porque quizas ese mismo dolor lo pueda tener mi familia.....simplemente me puedo imajinar que es algo que nadie quiere. De cualquier manera, les aseguro que su hijo no murio en vano....despues de tanta gente tan buena que ha fallesido en esta guerra......algo bueno debe salir de esto.

To Danny and his family for paying the ultimate sacrifice, may the Lord keep you and bless you. I did not know Danny personally but know that Danny and his family will always have my complete respect and gratitude for my freedoms. God Bless.

Querida Familia de Daniel Z,
Que dios lo tenga en su gloria, Que dios lo bendiga por protegernos, algo que el quiso hacer, sin que se lo pidieramos. Las cosas pasan sin saber y la razon no la sabemos, solamente el mas grande glorioso nuestro Señor no lo podria decir! Perder un hijo es el mas grande dolor que uno puede sentir.
Yo no recuerdo a Daniel, su nombre se me haze familiar, pero aunque no lo conosco les mando mi pesame a toda su familia.
Dios los tenga en su Gloria.
-Graciela (Chgo,IL)

Danny was an old childhood friend of mine who lived 2 doors down from where I grew up. We shared many good memories of us playing, joking, and hanging out as kids with the other guys on the block. I would like to also say we remained friends as we went different ways and didn't see each other much. I wish I had more time to catch up and get to know who he was before he left God's earth. He was a 'good guy' and my heart goes out to his family. Semper Fi!

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. It still feels like it was yesturday, all of us playing tag outside. Those are the memories that are going to keep him alive in out hearts. Laterz Dany

So sorry to hear about Danny. He was a great person and fun to be around. He will be missed by many and remembered by all.

Danny, thanks for protecting our freedom and rights. We will never forget!!

With Respect,
Ms. Govea
Pickard School

I didn't know danny personally, but had seen him a couple of times. His dad was from the same town in mexico(jeruco, michoacan) as my parents. I attended both his wake and funeral today. It was such a sad moment to witness. May he rest in peace.

Our hearts break with yours, and we share your grief.
Be strong in his courage, and proud in his pride. He has given the ultimate sacrifice to his Nation and all those he loves, and he has shown great honor upon himself, and his family.
God Bless your family.
the parents of :
Sgt. Joshua A. Terando
kia Iraq 10 Nov. 05

My deepest sympathy to Danny's family on his loss while serving his nation. Though I didn't know Danny, I attended his wake last night out of personal respect, as I am an Army veteran. May God bless Danny and you all.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mis mas sentidos pesames a la familia de PFC Zizumbo, leyendo todos los dias el web site del legacy.com me llena de dolor saber que hay otra madre uniendose al dolor mas grande de nuestra vida como madre el perder a su hijo amado. A la familia me uno a su dolor porque yo el 6 de Junio del 2006, perdi a mi hijo amado Cpl Andy Anderson en combate en Ramadi y yo si que puedo decirle el dolor que se siente. Pero su hijo senora es un hereo y su legacidad continua mantegamos viva la memoria de estos hereo y pedirle a nuestro Padre celestial que nos de fuerza para seguir adelante PFC Zizumbo le rindo honor y le doy gracias por su valentia y por su servicio a esta nacion el mundo entero esta agradecido con el gran valor que han tenido todos ustedes en combate por protegernos. Que el Dios padre te tenga en su presencia y nos prepare un espacio para nosotros, gracias nuevamente por su sacrificio. A la familia mis oraciones estan con ustedes. Dios me les de Paz y le ayude a aceptar las cosas que no podemos cambiar, solo nos queda orar unos por los otros.
Dios les bendiga
Madre de otro heroe
CPL Andy D. Anderson
Junio 6 2006 Ramadi Irak
Xiomara Anderson

DANNY,QUE DIOS TE TENGA EN LA SANTA GLORIA YA QUE SIEMPRE SERAS UN GRAN HEROE POR AVER LUCHADO POR NUESTRO PAIS. Y DIOS LES MANDE RESIGNACION A TODA TU FAMILIA.CON MUCHO CARINO,GISELA LOPEZ..DESCANSA EN PAZ.

sorry to hear about the loss i send my depessed sorrow to the family

I wish to express my sadness upon learning about Daniel. He died for our freedom and he will always be remembered by those who loved him. The Lord has a reason for taking Daniel so soon. He was a good little boy at Pickard School many years ago. God Bless his family. Lilia Juarez, Assistant Principal at Pickard School and former teacher.n Ms. Jeannine Valentino also a former teacher at Pickard was so sorry to hear about Daniel. She sends her condolences.

What a Brave Man......Fighting for our Country. God Bless you and your Family. You will NEVER be forgotten. RIP Daniel

YOU NOW REST AND ARE IN A BETTER PLACE THAN WE ARE. I STILL REMEMBER TALKING TO YOU A COUPLE OF DAYS BEFORE YOU WENT TO ARMY BASIC TRAINING LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY...YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN. C/O 97 BUDDY!!

The pain of losing a loved one is always unbearable. It is intensified even more when that loved one is your son. There are no words that could ever calm the pain in your heart but feel the love that is coming from your friends and family members and embrace it in this extremely hard moment of your life. God has called Daniel to his side and one day you will be reunited with him. Although I didn't know Daniel the way his mom spoke about him it was obvious what a special person he was. My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God bless Daniel.

DANIEL, QUE DIOS TE BENDIGA A TI Y A TU FAMILIA.SIEMPRE SERAS UN HEROE EN CADA DE NUESTROS CORAZONES POR AVER DEMOSTRADO TU MAS GRAN VOLUNTAD EN AVER LUCHADO EN LA GUERRA POR NUESTRO ESTADO. TU SIEMPRE SERAS RECORDADO MUY ORGULLOSAMENTE COMO UN LATINO HEROE! GOD BLESS YOU!

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I did not know Daniel but just wanted to express my deepest appreciation for his services to our country. I pray that time will heal your broken heart and you will be able to reflect back on many wonderful memories of a soldier who gave up everything in helpng others. A TRUE HERO!!! GOD BLESS

No one here can repay the debt we owe you it is but God that granted you eternal joy,rest in peace.

GOD BLESS YOU TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES OF DANIEL MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history…they pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

The Lord bless you and keep you,
The Lord let his face shine upon each and every one of you and be
gracious to you. The Lord look upon
you kindly and give you peace. Thank
you Daniel, for my freedom, at the
ultimate price. God keep you in his
loving arms for eternity. KMS

Thank you Daniel for the last full measure of devotion to your country. The members of the Home Front Support Bridge, Batavia, Il will remember you in their prayers and never forget your sacrifice

Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

We grieve with you on the loss of your son and brother Daniel. We buried our son a week ago today, also killed in Afghanistan. Our prayers are with you and all your family and friends.

Father we entrust our brother Daniel to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Daniel in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Pfc. Daniel Zizumbo,
The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.

May Daniel rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Zizumbo family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~

Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nuestros piensamientos y oraciones son con ustedes Familia Landa y Zizumbo.
Danny was a good soldier and a wonderful bright young man who will be dearly missed.
Con amor.

Dear Daniel,
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. May you rest in peace, young one. Thank you for your service.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.