Devin's Biography
PFC. Devin K. Peguero-Cardenas an Army Ranger, was assigned to Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment in August 2004. On December 16, 2004, during a training exercise at Fort Lewis, Washington, he was accidentally shot and killed by another soldier.
His awards and decorations include the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon and the Parachutist Badge. As a Ranger, he distinguished himself as a member of the Army's premier light infantry unit and worked diligently to uphold the honor of the Ranger Regiment.
He is remembered by his father, mother, 2 sisters and 1 brother.
You are loved and missed so much!
Love you always,
Your Bitchie Nino
You live forever in my heart and soul,
Mom
You're often in my thoughts, but on Mother's Day those thoughts are filled with warmest wishes and pleasent memories. You picked a really good card but what took me was what you wrote; "Nina, What can I say? You are my #1 supporter you are always there when I need you. You have made being away from home so much easier. I can't tell you how much I appreciate what you do for me. You are everything to me Nina I love you sooo much Happy Mothers Day, Love Devin" I will carry this with me forever!! You mean the world to me Devin and I miss you sooo much! With all my heart and soul!! Nina (Big LA) with the pretty face!! Remember that day! I miss you pinching my cheeks!!
with much love and thanks
SPC. Ryan P. Murray and all Rangers of C Co. 2/75
I had the chance to meet some of your buddies...GOOD TIMES...I had so much fun..I was having a real good time playing pool with your friend Ryan..and it had to get ruined by me having to get carded..now dev, why did that have to happen..lol..I was having so much fun..
I LOVE YOU BROTHER!! MY BIG BROTHER YOU ARE FOREVER IN MY HEART...
"EVERY STEP I TAKE..EVERY MOVE I MAKE..ILL BE MISSING YOU"
LovE yOuR bAbY sIs...wHiT
I have tried to put into words my feelings and it has been very difficulty for me, I now know exactly what I want to say! Although your time was short you were a very important part of my life as my Godson and Nephew, I will truly miss you and that smile, I have found some peace in this tragedy through the help of your fellow brother of C. Co 2/75 and it became apparent when we went to Washington this last week for the “Fallen Ranger” dedication. When looking at all of C. Co and your brothers in the 3rd Platoon I found myself saying that the Rangers are like a “Fraternity” so I got out my Webster and this is what I found; fra•ter•ni•ty: 1) the state of quality of being brothers. 2) a group of men joined together by common interest. 3) a group of people with the same beliefs, interest, work, etc. This is so suitable for you and your brothers of C.Co. Very dedicated in the fight for freedom and the American way, so proud to be called a Ranger that the only way I can define this is by reciting the Rangers Creed to someone. In our last visit with each other I had asked you if you regretted joining the Army and you said “NO, I LOVE BEING A RANGER” and now it is very apparent to me why!! Each and every one of your brothers were impacted by your presence and still hold a place for you in their hearts, either with a wonderful story or the ink permanently embedded on their arm or the hero band they wear as a daily symbol of your heroism. I would like to thank all the brothers of C. Co. for taking care of Devin and US! You are now a part of our family and we love you very much! Devin watch over your brothers and Lead the way!!
Sincerely,
Loretta Rodriguez
(Nina/Big LA)
- Martin Luther King Jr.
If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again.
No farewell words were spoken, No time to say "Goodbye,"
You were gone before I knew it, and only God knows why.
My heart still aches with sadness, and tears still flow,
What it meant to love you- EVERYONE knows.
But now I know you want us to mourn for you no more; to remember all the happy times, life still has much in store.
Since you'll never be forgotten, I pledge to you today -
A hollowed place within my heart is where you'll always stay.
Love you Dev! Lil La
"It's a blessing to die for a cause, because you can so easily die for nothing." - ANDREW YOUNG
love you brother, whit
Jesus Christ and the American G. I.
One died for your soul;
the other for your freedom.
As I sit here at my desk waiting to go home and pass out treats for the first time at my new home this Halloween, all I can think back to is the last Halloween we had together. (At least with your physical presence, because I do know that you are with me every step of the way)
Miss you brother and Love You always.
Close my eyes to see it when the world gets dark
Got a memory of you I carry in my soul
I wrap it close around me when the nights get cold
If you asked me how I'm doing I'd say just fine
But the trust is, if you could read my mind
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you
After all this time you're still with me it's true
Somehow you remain locked so depp inside
Devin, Devin, Devin not a day goes by!!!
I miss you Devin, know that I think of you everyday! Keep watching over me and ask God to give me strength to help me heal!
I know I'll see you again someday!
Happy 23rd Birthday, you are missed, but I know that the parties in heaven must be AWESOME, plus Father Jim says there are no hangovers in heaven.
I hope you dance, Ihope you dance! I miss you!
Love forever,
Mom
Happy Birthday Gorgeous! You are missed so much and thought of everyday. That beautiful smile of yours, I see everyday as clear as daylight. I still remember the first time I met you, almost 10 years ago. It seems like just yesterday. You were my very first friend on Copper Road and boy was I blessed. I am so proud of you and all that you accomplished, you are a true HERO.
Love you always and forever,
JOHNENE
Devin its me auntie Darla. Yes the one that has us all taking shots and dancing in your living room in chino hills (lol). I will never forget those days. Im proud of you Devin. Your in a place were we will all meet when the time comes. We will dance again, toast again,laugh and talk all day long. I know its a beautiful place that has you shining and glowing as you watch over all your love ones down here.Devin as you are the big brother I ask that you reach out and watch over your lil brother and show him the way his life needs to be. Devin Cardenas Im proud of you. And when that day comes when we meet, bring that big smile of yours as I will bring the shot glasses and my dancing shoes. Love You Devin
P.S Keep on smiling at me when I look up. Tell all my family up there I said Hi
LOVE AUNTIE DARLA
Well i am sitting at work and your running threw my mind so i thought i would come write to you. Even though i know you hear me all the time talking to you. I am listening to Simple Plan Everytime and all i wish is for one more day with you. To see you smile and laugh pictures just are enough your smile always lit up the room. I miss you so much but you help me get the rough times and at my times when i am super frustrated and i just think of how fortunate and proud you be of me. I hope your taking good care of my sexy tell her i said hello and i miss her also. Dev i am so proud of all that you accomplished and not a day goes by that i dont think of you. Continue to watch over me and the family. Forever in my heart
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Although I never met you, I am sure you were an amazing person and an incredible soldier. By the smiles on your families faces I can only imagine the loss they now feel...
You are truly a hero Devin... And your family must be so proud.
Keep on keeping on Soldier.
Semper Fi
Lomeli
I miss u and think about you everyday!!! Until we meet again!!
te quiero mucho!!! You member!!