Samuel Tapia - Recent Comments - California's War Dead - L.A. Times https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/samuel-tapia/ The latest user comments on Samuel Tapia en-us Leotis Coker on February 28, 2017 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c188921 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c188921 Great guy; after learning of his passing from a mutual friend I was shocked. However, I served with PFC Chao back in Germany assigned D Company 5/5 Cav when we were both privates. I always remembered Chao always munching on a snack! RIP brother. Tue, 28 Feb 2017 10:14:19 -0800 Chloe on August 11, 2014 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c163943 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c163943 I am one of the step daugters of Cornell. I'm crying right now and thanking the people that support our family.I was only 3 or 4 when he passed.He would always played puzzles with us when he came home.I remember when I would ask him a question and I would think of a corn field.Whenever he passed I didn't get it I was little but now I get it and its very heart breaking.I just wish he was still here.I will always love u Cornell!😢 Mon, 11 Aug 2014 10:34:22 -0700 Ashley on November 20, 2012 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c96628 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c96628 It is very sad to hear of such a huge loss. He was someone's son, fiancé, and friend. I look forward to the day when we will no longer have to fear death. When the words at John 5:28, 29 will be fulfilled: "the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will come out". May God continue to comfort his family. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 12:15:53 -0800 Antonio N. on April 18, 2012 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/samuel-tapia/#c74290 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/samuel-tapia/#c74290 Samuel your soul rest in peace. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:02:16 -0700 Kevn Gregory on December 31, 2010 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c43712 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c43712 I don't know this soldiers as I'm just visiting the website. I thank him and his family for his dedication to our county. Thank you for keeping America free and protecting our beliefs. It's because heroes like you my very young daughter will be able to live freely in this wonderful country. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Many your memory never be forgotten. RIP Fri, 31 Dec 2010 02:32:52 -0800 Susanna on December 6, 2010 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c42445 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c42445 I feel so sad that you wasn't able to make it to marry your fiancee and have your kids. My husband is almost same age as you and he joined the marine after high school. He returned home safe. Thank you so much for your sacrifice and contributions to this country and the people. May God bless your loved ones. You'll be living in our mind, forever! We are very proud of you and what you've achieved. Rest in Peace!!!!!! Mon, 06 Dec 2010 03:46:47 -0800 Tina on May 24, 2009 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c14590 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/cornell-c-chao/#c14590 I hope you have peace in the heaven! Sun, 24 May 2009 06:49:04 -0700