David T. Toomalatai - Recent Comments - California's War Dead - L.A. Times https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/ The latest user comments on David T. Toomalatai en-us William Owen Jr. on March 31, 2016 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c183855 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c183855 The first time I met Toomalatai it was in hand to hand combat in Basic Training at Fort Benning. He was a very strong and fast combatant. I was barely able to beat him in the third round. When the exercise was over I could barely stand and on the verge of passing out. Toomalatai didn't seem to be that difficult of a challenge in the beginning. Take into consideration that I'm 6'8 and 260lbs. I just recently found out through a mutual friend from basic about his passing. The world lost a great man and my prayers go out to the family. Bravo 247th - "One heart, One hill, One shot, One kill" Thu, 31 Mar 2016 07:33:44 -0700 Tusi on December 24, 2014 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c174879 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c174879 I went to middle school with the TOOMALATAI brothers David and Michael. Both were beasts at playing football. Man you're memorial at veterans park and at banning is still there uce. Saw your brother and your son there randomly and thought man you are watching them both. They are both doing good and are blessed overall. Never forgotten bro until we meet again. Wed, 24 Dec 2014 05:35:15 -0800 BHS on May 27, 2013 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c121257 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c121257 Once A Pilot Always A Pilot Mon, 27 May 2013 03:35:00 -0700 princess nini on May 27, 2013 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c121206 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c121206 Gone But Never Forgotten. until we meet again bro ! ......... HOORAH Mon, 27 May 2013 10:10:55 -0700 Robert Henderson on September 11, 2012 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/kristen-k-marino/#c86233 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/kristen-k-marino/#c86233 My deepest sympathy to the family of Kristen Marino. We want to live, and we want to enjoy life with those we love. It is only natural that we yearn to see our dead loved ones again. Is there any hope for the dead? The Bible teaches: most people who have died will be resurrected. Jesus promised that " those in the memorial tombs will... come out." (John 5:28,29) in harmony with God's original purpose, those resurrected as humasns will have the opportunity to live on a paradise earth.(luke 23:43) This promised future includes perfect health and everlasting life for obedient humans. The Bible says: "The righteous. themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it."(psalm 37:29). God(Jehovah) made hope for the dead possible by sending his son(Jesus) to die for us(John 3:16). So the resurrection tells us about Jehovah's love and undeserved kindness. When the dead return to life, whom do you especially want to see? Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:10:18 -0700 Antonio N. on April 18, 2012 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/kristen-k-marino/#c74295 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/california-based/kristen-k-marino/#c74295 May God bless your soul. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:12:24 -0700 Nerissa on January 24, 2012 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c67811 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c67811 I Pray for the family and friends of PFC Toomalatai, David. As a soldier it is difficult to leave your family and loved ones behind just to be able to provide a better life for them. I commend you my brother in arms and pray that you son remembers the TRUE HERO you are. God bless you and your loved ones. -CPL Taavao "This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." -Elmer Davis Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:55:02 -0800 Thomas on November 11, 2011 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c62238 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c62238 T it's been a while. I look @ my pics of medic school from time to time & it's still hard. Still remimber formations, how long it takes you to get your hair ready to go anywhere, and how much of a beast you are at combatives(undefeated & absolutely crushing all challengers!). I know damien's going to grow up strong just like you. I love you bro, and still missing you. Rest in peace. Thomas Fri, 11 Nov 2011 08:29:52 -0800 Brandon on September 30, 2011 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c59351 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c59351 I only knew you a short time...but you were and always will be, one of the best men i have ever known. TOOMALATAI is on my right forearm, but you will be in my heart forever, brother. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 06:06:00 -0700 T. T on May 17, 2011 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c51708 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/david-t-toomalatai/#c51708 Hey cuz man i miss u so... much. Damien is beautiful and so iz yo gf. i hope u enjoy yo time in heven, may God be wit u n- yo famiLeiz. C u soon... Tue, 17 May 2011 04:04:53 -0700