LCpl Ruben Velasco Angel Flight

Angel Flight LCpl Ruben Velasco grew up in the West Covina area of So California and graduated from West Covina High School in 2016. He immediately joined the Marine Corps and had been serving in Australia.
He was on an Osprey helicopter with 25 other Marines that crashed as it was attempting to land on the back of an aircraft carrier. 23 Marines survived, LCpl Velasco was one of the 3 that did not.
LCpl Velasco has been posthumously promoted to Lance Corporal as a gesture of honor by the Corps, awarded for his good and faithful service to the Corps.
Ruben loved the Corps, he loved Australia, and he loved his friends and family. When at West Covina High he was a star football player and loved playing football.

[@marinemom351]

I stood in this same place, draped over my Marine son’s casket. It is so very painful. I did not think I would ever stop crying. My heart goes out to the family. He is at his new post, keeping heaven all secure. Semper Fi Marine. Thank you for your service.

[@MaidenRockCoder]

I am so sorry for your loss. This nation thanks you. And I thank you.

[@BerlinBLR]

Sorry for your loss God Bless

[@Nan-fi2he]

I'm thankful for his service and truly heartbroken over your loss.. Being a hero is never easy and watching your hero give all is even harder!!!! I'm so so sorry.

[@hwhshebshehshcbd8360]

marinemom351 mom SEMPER FIDELIS rah mam! AND HOOYAH HM1 Moreno USS CHOSEN RTC GREAT LAKES DIVISION 147 (06) I would like to thank you for your sons service. And remind u that every service member and I are doing our best to uphold his legacy and every brother fallen before him. Have a great day mam!

[@notreallygordonramsayorami8785]

marinemom351 mom I’m so so, sorry for your loss.

[@newschoolcobbler200]

The pride... The Honor... The respect. Thank you, Delta crew for bringing him home. RIP soldier!

[@kevinbridges3729]

RIP BROTHER. YOU MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE FOR OUR GREAT COUNTRY. SEMPER FI 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@two-tallmoreno657]

Our real hero’s are those men and women that are overseas or here in the states. The ones who are in the front of the line defending our country. I hope those men and women we have lost are flying high in the sky with the angels who protect us. Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

[@theoldhobbit3640]

OMG, this broke me. I may be very late to the party, but man this carries so much hurt and respect at the same time. As an ex Serviceman (Army) of 9 years, I would like to offer the family of this fallen hero my most respectful condolences and my must humble thanks to LCpl Velasco for his service and ultimate sacrifice. You Sir are one of the many whose memory will live on in the rest of us. I salute you.......

[@jeffeverett274]

Ruben may we never forget your heroism!!! God bless you! 🙏😔

[@ironandfire4891]

From an Egyptian special forces officer to all our brothers in arm who died in the land of duty salute and may God bless your souls

[@colleb95]

Thank you.

[@jackieguiot9161]

Thank you

[@sqxira6229]

I luv and miss you Ruben I made a little memory box and put it on my wall Auntie Nana says she misses you so much Ruben Uncle Eric and Cousin Ashly, Eddie Frankie, and Me miss you..I wish the reason we went to California was for Sticks and Yours wedding not your funeral.Like yesterday at my soccer game the other team got a fail and I got to take the kick and I said "I'm doing this for Ruben my hero" and I made that goal just for you I wanted to cry cause I made it for you buddy no one else.💙

[@deissyrodriguez3695]

stay strong

[@veyolaski4324]

Stay strong my friend

[@ciannamccoy6253]

Love, blessings and gratitude to you, LCPL Velasco, and family. We all grieve his sacrifice with you.

[@rubenwlliiams8294]

Mi to will you be staying

[@rubenwlliiams8294]

Mi to phone ok. 19513492308 Mi to. Ruben Williams

[@1lanno]

As an Australian I salute Ruben's service. I give thanks to all servicemen and women who have made the supreme sacrifice to protect freedom.

[@__eganista6372]

I watch these videos with tears streaming down my cheeks. I live in the UK. I don't even know if anything like this is ever done for our fallen? I've not heard of anything like this, even people adorning the streets to pay respects to them. If anyone can put me right, please do. RIP to all fallen heros. Thank you all over the world for your bravery, courage and service x

[@vintagebrew1057]

Of Course we do. In recent times people lined the streets to pay respects to the fallen in Afganistan. Look up Wooton Bassett.

[@00peter000000]

Ruben is a son of Australia now as well... respect from Australia to all serving members of the US forces

[@sarahhope1594]

00peter000000 Salutations my friend -SALUTE- I am a 6 year Marine of the 147th Devision. I have lost Mh Great Grandfather My Grand Father and my Father to The US army, All were killed in the line of Duty- Thank you -SALUTE-

[@elizabethgrady4518]

Respect and valour to our armed forces, those of every armed force citizens, embassy, diplomacy, and Those at the forefront the health care workers. We are with now, for yesterday is a memory and tomorrow yet to come. Hi Mumma Marie aye.

[@erickjarrett8286]

Thanks to all the hero's that protect and service. GOD BLESS

[@erickjarrett8286]

@@elizabethgrady4518 well said friend

[@robertchinnock8017]

As we say here in Australia to our fallen... lest we forget

[@mariaedwards6371]

I have watched an angel flight in Philly. It's something you never 4get. Everyone in the terminal had tears. Our freedom comes at a cost. Cherish it. Respect our country and flag.

[@Tony-BantheDemocratsnotguns]

*RIP LCPL VELASCO, ...FROM A VERY GRATEFUL NATION!*

[@JimTrujillo]

I served 8 years of my life to defend this country that I LOVE and anyone who direspects the USA flag looses ALL of my respect!!!!!

[@herminioARMAS]

tman2469 thank you very much for your service, may God bless you and your family.....

[@errnielitz701]

tman2469,thank you for your service!

[@JimTrujillo]

errnie litz your very welcome, proud to serve

[@JimTrujillo]

country girl thank you!!!!!

[@JimTrujillo]

country girl I wish you nothing but the best!! Go in with an open mind and always stand up for yourself when you know your right!!! And PLEASE be safe!!!

[@Americasucksnow]

Guardian soldier in our heavens. Your spirit will carry on forever. True American hero. God bless your family.

[@yfg2236]

I cried a lot with this video and I thank God for having our Latino brothers representing our Hispanic community in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you all for your effort, hard work and dedication, for always being there to take care of us and protect us. Bless America , God Bless all the members of the Armed Forces of the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

[@josemoreno3334]

Me and my three brothers all served this grate nation. One Army ( Viet Nam Vet )., Two Marines and my self, USAF (Ret.).Were all from East Los Angeles.

[@meeruisland]

I have served 15 years in the British Army, I love the respect giving to a fallen HERO in the USA respect.

[@AlphaKing81]

Respect to every solider in world to protect their country.

[@KBTcraze]

Wow, I remember putting LCpl Velasco on this flight. It was very emotional for us.

[@stevenmiller9403]

that is heavey

[@NeideSantos-jp6bp]

Com gu crdaiohora. .hivorcaolao. .......

[@williamjohmson4165]

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE HOW PAINFUL IT WAS FOR YOU AND YOUR FELLOW MARINES TO DO THAT JOB

[@darianchaney6532]

Yup I remember I was right there with you hard day...

[@Tscornynow]

Quick question how are marines able to be so serious without even shedding a tear even when the families cry

[@liltee5791]

RIP MY CHILDHOOD FRIEND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, YOU POP UP IN MY DREAMS FROM TIME TO TIME AND I AM REMINDED OF YOUR SWEET VOICE! May he continue to Rest In Peace and love to the family!

[@asistx]

THIS IS WHY WE STAND! R.I.P.

[@dennisnagel4422]

AMEN Brother !

[@nitrousneil]

Damn straight. 🇺🇸

[@jessiebrantley691]

Bluejam,1yearago THslswHyTAND!R¡b1213

[@Slipknot5301]

ThIs Is WhY wE sTaNd

[@-hydro]

naturalselector85 Wow you’re hilarious I’m literally wheezing over here has anyone ever told you that you were a comedy genius

[@detcordxxxi]

This just tears your heart right out. Semper Fi, Brother. RIP Warrior.

[@zachboyd4749]

All of these people came out to honor a single soldier...... It's moments like these that makes me love our country! Rest easy Lance Corporal, and thank you!

[@gvollert]

thank You for Your service LCpl Ruben Velasco Angel #Hoorah

[@adamdelgadillo67]

God Bless you and your prideful honor that makes a Marine a Marine

[@musicmike1960]

I also lost my son and the pain, the hole left in my heart still bleeds today 11 years later and the pain remains the same...RIP son...

[@PoubelleKansas]

This could have been ten times more awesome than it was and it still wouldn't be enough to express how grateful we are for LCpl Ruben Velasco and his service to his country.

[@Borzacchinni]

respect from denmark. how you take care of your fallen is something the rest of us could learn from

[@chemicaldemoneye]

may he rest in peace.. damn when the father laid his head on the chest my tears started rolling

[@delmaneboshoff5610]

stefan goatmoon That makes two of us bud. I'm not a military member myself, yet I have a lot of respect for all members of the armed forces. This had me bawling like a baby. Just couldn't help it.

[@xBlackThoughts]

Same here....... :'(

[@petecampa]

Yes, that got me as well...much respect for all who serve/served...

[@memphismemphis462]

@@petecampa me too

[@jackieguiot9161]

I cried as well when I saw his father laid his head on the chest my tears was flowing for him n his family RIP

[@texans4855]

Thank you for your service. God bless all military personnel.

[@MissionaryForMexico]

I did some training in Australia, it is beautiful there. Served during 1983-87. 1st. Batt. 3rd. Marines. May God bless you and your family for eternity. Sadly there has been many crashes with the Osprey helicopters.

[@adrianguerrero7699]

Man.... I've watched this several times, and I'm not ashamed to say that every time has brought a tear to my eye,.. I'm proud to say we have brave women and men that serve our county ! God bless this marine, his family and all our U.S TROOPS! 🇺🇸

[@k.s.7104]

I have watched this video over and over. Everytime I shed tears for this hero, and his HERO FAMILY. Thank you for the service and sacrifice, Rest Well In Peace Warrior of Freedom!

[@brigittesimon7028]

R.I.P. LCpl Ruben Velasco ; " Semper Fi " from France, wth all my condolences for Your Familly, and Your Brothers in arms.

[@KVNNPhoto]

Respect from Germany.

[@rancidpitts8243]

This one hurt. I lost a Velasco cousin in Vietnam, 17, Jan 68 while I too was in country. He was Army. He was from Los Angeles, today he is found on Panel 34B. Whether LCpl Velasco is my family matters not; he is a Velasco, someone who could be related to my family. So sad and painful.

[@wtj1976]

May you fly with the greatest Angels Marine! Give Chesty our best and RIP

[@leslielundquist3207]

Bless those family members, the Marines, police officers and Navy personnel and civilians for honoring this hero.

[@gaylahatfield7841]

Deepest condolences. Thank you for your service to this country 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 Rest In Peace

[@sunseeker8457]

I know this is 3 years old. But from an old UK serviceman. Thank-you and RIP my friend.......

[@qg3726]

Being a Vet myself(Vietnam) I've seen many of these Videos but THIS ONE cut real deep.. This Young Soldier GAVE of Himself.. MANY in Life will NOT accomplish what this Marine Soldier has.. This SHOULD be shown EVERYWHERE EVERYDAY across the Nation ESPECIALLY with the State of America.. LCPL. Velasco YOU MADE something of your LIFE. You are NOW in ETERNAL Armed Forces with THOSE who I KNOW gave you the HEROES welcome you SO deserved..

[@johnathonscherger3778]

Thank you to all of our veterans past present and future. Thank you for keeping us free

[@roberthoeve3466]

If this doesn't give you tears, you're inhuman, thank you for your service and God bless

[@rockyrocamontes8972]

There are no words adequate to express the sincere sense of sorrow and the appreciation I have for the sacrifice of this warrior. The commitment to serve our country and the man next to them is overwhelming.

[@chloeswift652]

This just touches my heart...and its this loyalty to man kind that makes America such an amazing country....Ive his on my regurlar list because i respect this poor solider and his family and I ave respect for those who took the time to honour him....Its simply so beautifull and wanna send my huggs and kisses from Ireland you guys xxxxx

[@quickzilver333]

Rest In Peace my Brother in Arms. Those of us who remain will Never Forget you..

[@virginiawilliams8648]

As a former Marine , 1986-1990 and then recalled for a year for Desert Storm, ...this just rips your heart out. RIP Devil Dog and guard those gates to Heaven.

[@kelleytowle4381]

Semper Fi brother. RIP Warrior we've got the watch from here. From a Seabee veteran Can Do devil dog

[@dbn52]

Ruben is a hero . He gave his life for his country and to protect All of us. My deepest sympathy to his family who raised a man of strength and character. This old lady from Illinois Thanks You.

[@OfficialKeithInTexas]

Man this is tough. Prayers and blessings to the family.

[@michaelenciso6941]

I love you Rubeydukes so much. Thank you for being my brother. Thank you for everything

[@GatorzGuy09]

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your selfless son with this country, we are forever indebted! Be thou at peace! Godspeed

[@daveschwartz9712]

RIP Thank you for your service. Fellow sailor here. Retired USN

[@mskiUSMC]

Semper Fi brothers, Lcpls Freund, Perez, Cpls Cummings and Pasivios. You are gone, but never forgotten. Rest in peace brothers. May God bring solace to the families of the fallen.

[@alexwolper5051]

Goosebumps I cry right away ... Thanks four your service🙏🏻🙏🏻😘 Rest In Peace, we forget never 👊🏻

[@philiplewis7600]

Thank you for your service from a UK brother in arms. Rest in peace HERO. My thoughts and condolences to family and friends. RESPECT 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@dave3994]

UK stands by you and your fallen hero , respect and god bless

[@pointly]

A hero returns home in silence. A hero need not speak. For when he is gone, the nation will speak for him. Thank for for your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace LCpl Ruben Velasco.

[@timp3035]

Rest In Peace Marine !!! God Bless Our Veterans And Their Families !!!!

[@tonymoreno1416]

My heart goes out to the family and God bless all those who came out to pay their respects

[@tenngirl4trump]

THIS IS WHY I STAND!!!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE FOR OUR NATION! GOD SPEED.......

[@MrKzspy]

Rest in peace fallen hero

[@orionmcgee6285]

Rest In Peace hero

[@prchino36]

Camper fi

[@prchino36]

Semper fi

[@johnathanscherger9314]

My they rest in peace and with the angels in heaven. Thank you for your service

[@trevormann8221]

I absolutely respect the way you guys honor your fallen soldiers. Never stop this great tradition. Respect from the UK

[@jonboxleitner7354]

LCpl Ruben Velasco and the rest of the fallen are too good for us. RIP great hero.

[@mark4251]

Respect to the men and women, who serve our country. Thank you, for your service. To the family, I know the Lord will watch over this fallen Marie. My deepest condolences go out to you.

[@Thegargapitic1]

Thank you for your service! R.I.P.!

[@craigwood7063]

You made this old retired Army Sergeant Major cry, a salute and God's blessing to this fallen Marine.

[@tommyavila4540]

IM TOMMY AVILA REUBENS COUSIN ON HIS MOMS SIDE.. THIS YOUNG MAN WAS A MAN OF VALOR.. A AWESOME YOUNG MAN.. I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE WITH HIS DAD AND HIS BROTHER AND SISTER FOR ALMOST A YEAR IN HIS HIGH SCHOOL YEARS.. REUBEN LIVED BY THE EXAMPLE OF HIS DAD RICHARD VELASCO.. HE WAS YOUNG MAN AFTER HIS DAD'S HEART.. JUST AS RUEBEN WAS A AWESOME YOUNG MAN SO IS HIS FATHER .. HE LEARNED MANY TRAITS AND VALUES THAT WERE HANDED DOWN WITHIN THE VELASCO FAMILY.. REUBEN COUSIN TOMMY WILL MISS YOU BUT YOU WILL ALWAYS LIVE IN MY HEART .. I KNOW THE PROMISES OF GOD .. ONE DAY WE WILL ALL BE REUNITED WITH YOU .. LOVE U MUCH

[@sgtzsquad]

We grieve your loss sir. Semper Fi!

[@bobodavis4730]

tommy avila Sorry for your lost

[@guiseppe46]

RIP American hero!

[@scoty40]

tommy avila god bless you tommy I’m so sorry for your loss

[@stephenwiseman2201]

tommy avila Much respect and love from Australia. Thankyou REUBEN

[@omparkashgodarajaat5942]

Hero never fails. He is always the great Viner.... Real Hero

[@1nickles]

To the family and friends of my fallen brother , be proud, hold your heads high, because he has not left you, he is beside you at all times more so now than before. When you miss him the most, realize that it's when he is the closest to you. He is putting his hand on your shoulder as if to say "I Love You". As I am a Fellow Marine, I understand the pain and sorrow, because I too have lost one of my Marine Brothers. SEMPER FI,.......

[@goldenstatewarriors3625]

With my respect,thanks for your service to this country RIP

[@iansarver8444]

Laura, I don't know if you read the comments here very often but I want to thank you for what you do. I cannot say that I understand the brotherhood of service members but that is not because I hate or anything of that nature. I was not born into a military family so I really couldn't understand what that means. But I do understand the sacrifices that people in the miltary have made and I appreciate that very much. Thanks again for what you do and keep the faith.

[@truckersteve1973]

Rest in Peace Sir...Thank you for your service!

[@Gbbrixx]

Strength to the family. And thank you for your service Marine.

[@lauriekharding3682]

My tears are flowing right now, thank you for your service.

[@Incadove51]

RIP, Hero

[@can5projects563]

my respect and admiration for YOU and the USMC

[@Indmomw4]

Truly sorry for his family's loss Keeping his family in my thoughts and prayers..

[@501959bigtony]

God bless you Ruben , thank you for your sacrifice, God bless your family for their sacrifice. We love our sons and daughters in uniform...

[@koraanderson7765]

I just ran across this and that is so United States Marine Corps mother Semper Fi thank you so much for your service into your family members I pray God blesses you beyond blesses you'll never be forgotten thank you for your sacrifice and for our freedom you'll never be forgotten Semper Fi

[@daishagreyfirestone4073]

I love you so much Ruben and you will never be forgotten. I will always love you and u will always be in my heart . I can't believe your gone 😭💕😭

[@nojabformeeducateyourself3393]

From here on and into eternity, he will now stand the watch at the gates of heaven. We shall see you again. Semper Fi !!!!

[@tony2183]

I Graduated from West Covina Hogh in 2008, I know that we all at West Covina High support all Alumni no matter what May God bless the entire Velasco Family.

[@mikeypee2365]

Thank you for helping honor our heroes. RIP brothers and sisters.

[@scoty40]

God bless this family. And please God bless America

[@josipgalic6857]

ovo je da ti srce pukne .kad otac zagrli lijes svog sina ...Počivao umiru Božijem.RIP.God bless this family.

[@henrytran7621]

I miss you, buddy. Us here at 2/11 Golf Battery miss you. I wear a bracelet of you in your honor; haven't taken it off since. I am out of the military now, Ruben. Living my life and I'm doing quite well. Things get tough here and there, but we get through things. You were so young and if you were alive today, maybe we could have gotten a cold one and just talk about life. Never knew how much I needed it till you were gone. I will never forget you and the commitment you have for the Corps and this country. God bless you. Semper Fi, my friend.

[@PurpleReign28]

Love hearing the impact Ruben left on the people around him. Thank you, sometimes seems like most people have forgotten him. From his older brother, and the rest of his family, thank you.

[@geoffreydowen5793]

I'm in tears 😭 respect marine from a royal navy veteran in the UK. godbless your family and friends biz

[@aaahtex902]

GOD BLESS AND REST LCpl Ruben Velasco, AMERICAN HERO NEVER FORGOTTEN

[@dekim7979]

Thank your for your service. We go together

[@michellacasse9250]

Very touching when you outlive your children...Love and Respect from Canada

[@focusplease314]

Never forgotten and always our hero's! May God bless and comfort this family 🙏

[@Cheeseburger-ym9mx]

Even tho I'm not American this brings teardrops in my eyes. He died for his country and thats something we won't forget, rest in peace brother from another mother.

[@86lesliemarie]

Thank you for your service Sir 🙏🏽

[@jg5488]

This broke my heart and I don’t even know him. Rest In Peace brother .

[@toelover60]

Words are never enough....but THANK YOU- I appreciate your sacrifice for my freedoms...I did not know you, but you have a place in my heart.

[@joycewetherbee7421]

I'm so sorry. Nothing makes this loss any easier to bear. May God and his angels watch over you, hold you close while you go through this.

[@keithmayhew2161]

R.I.P. Sir..Thank You for your service..

[@Mearyeaurng]

making me cry over and over and over again. RIP.

[@darrellee17]

as a veteran you are a hero, you stand for freedom in this country, you will never be forgotten or left behind, R.I.P