https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/ The latest user comments on Jake R. Velloza en-us https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c121423 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c121423 My prayers are with the Velloza on the 4th year. anniversary of their sons death.It must seem as yesterday to you. Please be comforted by the hope of the resurrection at (John 5:28, 29)Our heavenly father Jehovah God promised that ,Jake ,will live again as others did, while his son ,Jesus,was on the earth.All wars will cease to the extremities of the earth.What a wondetful hope !for the near future! Wed, 29 May 2013 04:01:52 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c55902 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c55902 Jake is not forgotten. Two weeks ago the US Post Office in Inverness was renamed and dedicated in his honor. The outpouring of love and respect was shown by well over 150 who attended. Bob and Susy, I will ALWAYS ride in honor of Jake, he will Not Be Forgotten! Sat, 06 Aug 2011 10:35:48 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c43035 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c43035 R.I.P. Jake. You will always be my inspiration for doing public service. My deepest sympathies to Bobby and Susy. I saw the deep sorrow in your hearts last Memorial day and I so wish you did not lose Jake. Thu, 16 Dec 2010 11:12:28 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c26948 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c26948 First of all, I love you Bob and Susy! My hearts with you two. I remember when I first started hanging out with Jake. It was right around the time of little league baseball and soccer. He was such an amazing and strong athlete, even at such a young age, that they had to move him up in age groups for soccer because he was too strong. In baseball his pitching was so fast that I was scared to bat against him. But beyond his physical abilities, he was also a great person to hang out with. He taught me so many priceless life lessons full of positive advice, qualitie morals, and important values. He was, is, and will always be my best friend, just like an older brother. He helped me become who I am today. Jake was always the first person to speak his mind and let me know what he really thought, which showed me that his honesty would form a loyal friendship for life. We will never, not for one second, forget you Jake and from the bottom of our hearts we love you. Your spirit will always survive with our memories of you and may your soul rest in peace. Love, Riley OG Sun, 02 May 2010 11:39:02 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c18743 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c18743 I was in Jake's platoon as a 13F, Forward Observer. V was a good hearted person. He was a great soldier, but a better friend. I will always remember Jake for the rest of my life. My thoughts and prayers will always be with him and his family. For those that knew Jake, let us remember him in the best way that we can. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:24:01 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14706 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14706 May we all have comfort in knowing that GOD promise that he will wipe out every tear from our eyes,and death will be no more,neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.The former things have passed away.You in your family will always be in my prayers. Fri, 29 May 2009 12:46:28 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14640 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14640 I never had the pleasure to meet this fine young man, but I was at the Memorial Day Service at the Marin Civic Center where he was honored. Jake's parents were there to speak. Jake was their only child! It brought to the forefront the tremendous sacrifice this family and families like them make. Our hearts go out to his parents! Tue, 26 May 2009 11:27:20 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14470 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14470 I grew up with Jake in the Inverness area. Jake and I had many good times together. He was a great guy. Always a joker. I kind of lost touch through high school and stuff, but I knew his parents very well. I was able to attend all of the services for him over the weekend. I was amazed by the turnout. So many friends, family and strangers showed up to be apart of that day for him and his family. I cannot imagine the pain that they are going through, but at least they have so many close friends to be there for them. Jake is gone but not forgotten. I know he will be in our hearts forever! Mon, 18 May 2009 04:27:05 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14465 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14465 I did not have the pleasure of knowing this beautiful young man. However, I had the pleasure of being a part of the procession from the mortuary in Petaluma to the church in Olema on Saturday May 16th. I was invited by the motorcycle group that I ride with of whom Mr. Velloza is a member. Never have I experienced something as heart-wrenching and moving as this event. My prayers go out to the parents of Jake. My heart is so heavy with sorrow for the loss of this young man who gave his life for the people of another country who may not even know it or appreciate it. God can only hope that they do!! I pray that Jake's life was not given in vain. May God bless you and your family as they deal with the aftermath of your untimely demise. You are a beauthiful soul of which you will never be forgotten! Sun, 17 May 2009 06:49:54 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14390 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/jake-r-velloza/#c14390 I have traveled to Killeen, Texas several times. I do not know Jake, but the soldiers and families stationed in Ft. Hood are the most inspirational, competent young people I have ever had the honor to stand in the same room with. I'm so sorry, family and friends of this brave young man, for the loss. Tue, 12 May 2009 09:05:25 -0700