josh will always be remember in my heart he grew up with my sons and daughter amy matthew and douglas we lived across the street from them i knew the mom and grandpa josh and shane played everyday with my children my son douglas emailed me today from overseas he is in the navy he read about the news' its funny my own child so far away remembered his friend being put to rest bless the family and friends he had we will always remember the little boy we all called josh.

I hold heartfelt sorrow for the entire family. As a Father of 2 Sons that have served both in Afghanistan and Iraq, I know what it's like to go to bed every night and wake every morning wondering if your Son is OK. I will attend the services to pay the respects to The Soto Family from ours. I know that my telling you that your Son was an unselfish Hero won't end your pain, but I hope you will find comfort in the knowledge that many the citizen's of this County, State and Country are truly Thankful for his sacrifice. May God Bless You & Yours !

I am so sorry to the family of Sgt. Josh Soto . I also want to thank you and show my appreciation and gratitude for allowing your loved one to defend my freedom and the freedom of the American people. I know that you will forever mourn Josh , and you will forever hold him in your heart . I will never forget him and many other Soldiers that have given all for their country . I wish you all peace and happiness .