https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/jose-l-saenz-iii/ The latest user comments on Jose L. Saenz III en-us https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c190060 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c190060 I was a teacher of Daniel's at Elsinore High School. I had him for two classes and when I first met him I was like, wow this kid is calling me, "Yes sir, no sir." I was impressed and he definitely stood out among his classmates. He decorated his binder I remember vividly with military slogans and decals. He was only a junior at time and I recall thinking to myself it was kids like this I want defending our country. I also recall an emotional day in the classroom when Daniel comforted someone who was crying and needed to be consoled. Let me be one of many who shares with you that Daniel is remembered by me and I have had hundreds and hundreds of students, for of the way he carried himself at such a young age. He was so sure of himself at a time few are, like he was called to serve and serve with honor he did. I'm sorry Daniel is gone, but glad he came into our lives, however briefly that was. God bless, Jeff Schley Thu, 27 Apr 2017 02:22:58 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c109871 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c109871 I was with Parker when he died in Mosul and we did allot of missions together we even let him role with us as an Infantryman sometimes. Parker was on the front line with us fighting through An-Najaf and earned the Valorous Unit Citation (Unclassified in 2008) with our unit. He was a brave soldier and willing to face his enemy in battle with no hesitation. I still to this day say Parkers name in a drunken rant on Memorial day yelling his name before toasting a shot to him. I still don't know what all happened but when they brought him in his squad said someone ran them off the road. I watched as every medic in our unit tried to save his life we were all standing around him in a circle hoping prying he would be all right. Parker did not die alone or in pain he past surround by his band of brothers. Sun, 27 Jan 2013 11:07:44 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c76236 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c76236 We did not have the honor of knowing Daniel. However, we are very proud of his service to his country. Whenever we visit the cemetery, we always stop and give Daniel a blessing and tell him he is also our hero. God Bless you Daniel and thank you. We did have the honour of meeting his mother and sister a few years ago at one of the Memorial Day services held at the cemetery. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends for we know they miss him. Fri, 25 May 2012 10:35:57 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c51496 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c51496 Rest in peace Daniel. Fri, 13 May 2011 10:03:13 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c50644 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c50644 Dan I grew up together & we went into the Army together. I'll never forget him visiting me only a day or two before he died. He couldn't stop complementing me on my combat infantry badge. I have a lot of fond memories with Dan. From JROTC in high school, to Ft. Campbell, to Mosul, Iraq. I'll never forget him & to this day I make sure that those who never knew him learn of him, & his selfless service. He was a shining example of everything a soldier should be & gave everything of himself to serve others. He was like that even before the Army. I'll miss you forever, Dan. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 06:44:58 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c37805 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c37805 Daniel must have led a short yet brave and selfless life. The bible gives us a reason for hope at John 5:28. Tue, 14 Sep 2010 06:18:41 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c17732 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c17732 I knew Daniel throughout childhood. He had the purest heart; he always did what was right which is why he died doing the one thing he wanted to do most, fight for his country. Sat, 05 Sep 2009 08:25:40 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c9430 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c9430 I am participating in the creation of a play similar to Voices in Conflict, and I am reading the letter from Daniel Parker to his family. If anyone in the family would like to contact me, anything that you would like me to know, please do. I would appreciate your thoughts, or anything else that is important, I want to be as honest to the kind of person he was as possible. thank you. Live.love.laugh.13@gmail.com Tue, 18 Nov 2008 01:12:42 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c845 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c845 I was a good friend of his when i was young Ive lost contact with his family If they read this please contact me neilflores11@yahoo.com Wed, 03 Sep 2008 02:15:49 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c231 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/daniel-r-parker/#c231 I can't share any memories of Daniel. I didn't know him. I'm Italian but I would like to thank him and his family for this incredible sacrifice. And I will pray for him. Davide Sun, 15 Jun 2008 05:59:46 -0700