Fallen Heroes Memorial: Messages

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"Estrano mucho a Rafa y las lagrimas casi no me dejan tipiar...ok escribir..wow las cosas tan bellas que escribieron...wow me da alegria y tristeza a la misma vez..pero que orgullo tener un amigo..un pana asi...que privilegio que lo conoci y es y siempre va hacer parte de mi vida y de Marina....te he buscado por todos lados para saber como estas...bueno es Eileen Marie Morreo y estoy en facebook....y quisiera saber donde esta Rafa para pagarle mis respetos y agradecerle por mi vida....y tu Marina para verte....los tqm"
Eileen of Greensburg, PA, USA

"As I am about to leave Afghanistan, SFC Lane's pops up on my mind. Many convoys conducted to the FOB that carried his name. The FOB was closed out in late November 2011 but his name and picture will remain vivid to everyone that passes through Zabul Province."
Daniel Olaya of Virginia Beach, VA

"Tony, what I called him. I had been in the Navy for a couple years and came home on leave and saw him again at a party and heard that he was interested in serving. He told me that he was torn between the Navy and the Army and I tried as hard as I could to convince him the Navy was the way to go, but anyone that knew Tony like I did knew he was a hard head! I'm ashamed to admit it, but I'm scared to visit his resting place..... because I feel guilty about not doing something about him joining the Army! This is something that has weighed on my concience for the longest time! Anthony is my brother and always will be, I wish I was better with words but brutal honesty will have to work for now! It should have been me! Thank you for answering your nations call, Brothers in arms, definding those who cand defend themselves, love you brother, always will!!!!!!!!"
Uncle Sam of Blue Springs, MO

"The Call

I am an American who stands proud and tall
I am a patriot who heard the call

I could be the kid you knew next door
The one you don’t see around anymore

Maybe you have wondered, where did he go
It’s sad to say, you just don’t know

You have seen me many times before
Never knowing I went off to war

Perhaps you caught a glimpse of me on TV
But did not know I‘m who keeps you free

If you have trouble with my name
Remember, I do my job and seek no fame

People call me a hero of late
But I think it’s always been my fate

And if I see God’s bright light
I know my sacrifice was right

I am an American who stands proud and tall
I am patriot who heard the call
I am a Soldier and that is all"

"He was my mentor, and good friend I never forgot how things quickly changed and the pain that we all felt in our hearts things were never the same we miss you bro SIXSHOOTERS!!!!"
SGT Steven Williams of FT bliss

"It is always hard to loose someone especially when you know them. I was in Tomas' platoon. We were in 4th Platoon. He was in 2nd squad and I was in 3rd. I remember he used to sit outside his tent and smoke. Sometimes i would stop and talk to him. Tomas was always full of energy and pleasant to talk to. Like a-lot of other soldiers who were there, I still remember the day our convoy was IEDed. I heard on the radio of a KIA and wondered who of the three passangers it was. SSG Balli, Sgt Ramon, and Tomas were the ones in the gun truck. Its weird how a grown man can cry uncontrolabely but that is all I and everybody around me could do. Sgt Vega took it especially hard because he was one of the medics that tried to save Tomas. I will never forget you Tomas and I will make sure my son understands your sacrifice when he grows up. God Bless You."
SSG 'Scooby' of Edinburg, Tx

"Video to honor Heroes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5EMdM-VgVU"
tony diorio of Dallas

"God Bless you all. I have never forgot my good friend Sgt. Luke Boatright. Man we had some times!! Miss you Brother. Bless you all that are and have given their all for this Great USA"
John Anzaldua of New York

"I want to thank all of the men and women who serve us here at home and abroad. Always keep God first and you will be ok no matter what. I love you all."
Nicole of Memphis, TN/USA

"To Tim, Weston, Crystal, Josh...Steven Reynolds here, and I just learned of this. Bobby and I lost contact and I had no idea. I am so sorry. We all lost a great person in our lives on that day. He was a great friend and co-worker at Quad Graphics.
404.397.8545"
Steven Reynolds of Roswell, Georgia

"As a teacher at Orange Park High, and the daughter of a vet, I saw periodically that our "Honor Wall" of those who have served is update and maintained. There is a special memorial plaque to Bradley and Quincy Green- both young men from Orange Park High who served in the Army and were both KIA. They will NOT be forgotten at our school."
Vicky Loehr of Orange Park, FL

"SSG Huggins,
As we near Veterans Day I wanted to post a message to you and your loved ones. It was and still is one of the greatest things in my life to have led Paratroopers like you in combat. To my fellow Ranger, Squad Leader and Paratrooper God Bless you and yours.

"Charlie 06""
LTC Adam Carson of Anchorage, AK

"My heart goes out to all the loved ones of fallen soldiers.God Bless them one and all.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuvmdYXXQUY"
Gerry of Canada

"My name is SSG White, Charles, I served with Kelly as a private in the same company. I was a friend and wasn't able to give his family my respects. I am hoping I can get their contact info.
SSG White II, Charles L.
charleslwhite83@yahoo.com"
Charles L. White II of Fort Benning, GA

"dear orlando, its the year 2011 and i wrote a story on you and i hope you like it for it is for school. i miss you so and love you one day ill meet you in heaven. love your nephew enrique bonilla"
enrique bonilla of portales nm

"SGT Melvin Y. Mora was my Soldier in Iraq. I can still remember our last conversation. Thanks to whomever made this site. He is forever in my heart. He took the first picture of me when we arrive in Kuwait. I just stare at that picture."
carolyn g. hunter of killeen tx

"Thank you rob for serving our country i would have loved to meet you. You have a wonderful family and they all miss you and im from what im heard you are a great man and will alwways be rememberd by your family and now me we all miss you and thank you again for the things you did for our country."
Maliek Stanford of NC

"I was there that day and I remeber that day quite often. Although I did not know you like most of your friends and commrades, I did go on quite a few convoy's with your team escort and we've spoken quite a few times. I often think of you. I will never forget you. Thank you and your family for your selfless sacrifice. God bless you."
J. Suarez of Bronx, NY

"We all gave some but you gave all. Alpha 2/5 Forever."

"Joe MF nate, You are missed!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
MAC of PA

"It's been a while and I'll never forget what you did that made me a better soldier. Even though you made my life hell at times I'm glad that I was able to serve with you. I'll never forget you and will always remember the sacrifice you made that day. That's something that I will never forget. I still remember that last talk that we had before you left bro. It's stuck with me all these years. I know your good now and that I'll see you eventually. Until then Rest in Peace."
Davong Xiong of Fresno, CA

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FqbaiLPQkqabMImUL of New York

"I will be forever greatful for all the sacrifice of our military men and women. Having been the proud grand daughter of a WWII Vet. I will NEVER take my freedom for granted! THANK YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL!"
Hope of Enon, ohio

"Mike rest in peace ..."
anna of rocky point

"For those who lost their lives during the 9/11 tragedy, you will never be forgotten. To the service men and women who have served this country, thank you for your time and dedication in protecting this great nation. We are a united country, and we will never forget that tragic day almost 10 years ago exactly."
Alexandra of San Pedro, CA

"I'd like to post a song written for lives lost in Operation Anaconda called Leave No Man Behind..met Sgt. Bradley Crose's mother..honored to write this tribute song..also wrote entire 911 album honoring heroes.. please tell me how to post, upload or email someone this song honoring these soldiers and their families, and I'm also happy to share other songs as Sept 11th approaches if you tell me who to email songs to. God bless our troops and the many lives lost for freedom's sake."
Iris and Tommy Lee Brooks of Augusta, Ga. USA

Forgeot to post my contact info: Someone please contact me back at centurydemos@hotmail.com I love and have so much respect for our troops..and God bless America."
Iris and Tommy Lee Brooks of Augusta, Ga. USA

"I'd like to post a song written for lives lost in Operation Anaconda called Leave No Man Behind..met Sgt. Bradley Crose's mother..honored to write this tribute song..also wrote entire 911 album honoring heroes.. please tell me how to post, upload or email someone this song honoring these soldiers and their families, and I'm also happy to share other songs as Sept 11th approaches if you tell me who to email songs to. God bless our troops and the many lives lost for freedom's sake."
Iris and Tommy Lee Brooks of Augusta, Ga. USA

"My family and I just watched the re run of the seventh heaven episode The know soldier, it was a very emotional episode and a great one sharing the life of a wonderful family man, son, husband and father staff sgt Dwight j Morgan thank you for all you did you will never be forgotten. And thank you to all the men and woman who are serving and all the men and woman who have lost their lives we thank you for all ur work."
Bianca of Sydney australia

"Evelyn mis oraciones estaran siempre contigo y con tus anjelitos, I am Ana- yo trabaje contigo en alemania con Ms. Roble(FCC) siempre te recuerdo co mucho amor y carino."
Ana of VA

"Jason, I learned of the news in a *ing movie theater right before "jarhead" came on. I cried and my friend asked if I would be ok, and I replied with tears in my eyes and laughter on my face, "yeah, I'm fine, just sucks the guy everyone liked had to die." I feel sorry for the patrons in the theater, because I was laughing with Jason as parts reminded me of our times in Dirty 6th plt.! I'll live for you my brother-Semper-gumbi. -Withrow"
Adam of Pacifica, CA

"Today it has been 7 years since we lost Michael. Many times threw the years I have thought of him. He grew up with my children and they went to church togather. I still have the card he sent me when I was in the hospital. Have several pictures of him as he grew up before my eyes. Even then I knew he was going to be something special....And now we are laying to rest one of his best friends Tommy Ratzliff who was killed in Afghanistan Aug 6 with his Seal Team. Both young men are missed terribly by their families but also by the many people they have touched in thier lives for who they were and threw their faith.."
Edi Tipton of Green Forest,Ark

"Just read the book."FINAL SALUTE, A Story of Unfinished Lives" by Jim Sheeler. I am so honored & humbled by the bravery of the men & women that find us worthy of their protection & sacrifices. Thank you to all who have, are & will serve our great nation in the fight against terrorism. May all the lost soldiers rest in peace & God be with those that are still in the fight. You are in my thoughts & prayers each day & every day, until you all come home."
Virginia Shockey of Arkadelphia, AR 71923

"My husband was a freind of his and he was there when he was taken from us now he is always remeber on my husband ankle in a tattoo when I heard about him I thought it was my husband because he first name is brian and I fell to the floor he was in the same company and everything .i know he is looking down on us and wishing he was with his family"
Kay oliver of Lebanon tn

"REST IN PEACE ❤God Bless our Heroes.✿❤My heart is so sad.Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice and for keeping the USA free. May God Bless you and your families....you are always in my prayers♥❥❤Thank you for your sacrifice. May God bless and care for your families in a very special way❥❤
✿"
JACQUELINE QUYEN THU HA LE of TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA

"REST IN PEACE ❤God Bless our Heroes.✿❤My heart is so sad for such an unspeakable act against the Navy Seals..thank you for your ultimate sacrifice and for keeping the USA free. May God Bless you and your families....you are always in my prayers♥❥❤Thank you for your sacrifice. May God bless and care for your families in a very special way❥❤
✿"
JACQUELINE QUYEN THU HA LE of TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA

"✿We will always remember. We will always be proud. We will always be prepared, so we may always be free.”

Thank you to all who have sacrificed to make the United States of America the greatest country the world has ever known✿_____✿




Former President Ronald Reagan❤"
JACQUELINE QUYEN THU HA LE of TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA

"i song i wrote to honor the fallen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWSnNhRRo-g"
casper of washburn, il

"I read the book called ''Final Salute'' and Imust say it touched my heart deeply.Makes me look at life in a whole new light.My son joined the marines but didnt stay due to medical issues and i'm glad that he didnt.My heart goes out to all of you that have lost someone.By reading that book,you all have given me a new determination in life,and i'm thankful for everyday that i have with my family.thank you and God bless you al!!!!"
Carol Cummings of Louisville,ky.

"uncle chad, i miss you. i looked up to you like you were my big brother. You were my friend, my uncle, my heart. Your my hero uncle chad. Your america and no one can take that away from you. I hear your voice in my head everyday. You even showed up in one of my dreams. i love you uncle chad. Please stay with me and my family."
Tasia Creech of U.S

"My Son, My Love, My Marine, My Hero...

What can I say! I have a true admiration for the young man I raised and I will hold with me the memory of my baby. Thank you all for sharing such heartfelt notes. I am in deepest respect for you and I want too say my family and I live every day in Johnny's memory.

Thank you - thank you - thank you...

Kristine Mason
Gold Star Mom
Lcpl. John (JT) Lucente"
Kristine Mason of Woodland Hills, CA

"Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die."
SPC FitzGerald of FT WainWright AK.

"To the family of Blake:

It was a sad day when we lost him but it was never a dull moment having him around. He would always make me laugh and took me under his wing when i got to charlie company. I talk about him to my wife all of the time and some of the stupid stuff that we did. i will always remember and never forget."
Rooftop Yeller of Winchester, Ca

"Sou militar no Pais mais Bom de bola, Voces são bons história"

"To the Family of this fellow and other fallen Marines:

This time is taken to give you the sorrow felt in my heart and soul for your families lost. Each loss is indeed mournful in war and, I mourn with you on different levels - as a Vietnam Veteran,
as a Warrior, as a Marine, and as a fellow human being. I know the time has passed, but your wounds have not healed. As a fellow former Marine living in Mount Pleasant, if I may assist you, please let me know. After my war experience, I came home and helped bury many of my brothers-in-arms. That was my duty too. I just learned that your son's family also lived in Mount Pleasant, and his untimely death. With sincere heartfelt emotions, I am your son's brother-in-arms.

Sgt Raymond L. Britt, USMC (former)"
Raymond Lee Britt of Mt Pleasant, Michigan

"TO THE FALLEN SOILDERS OF THE MIDDLE EAST WAR IAM A VETEREN OF VIETNAM AND OPERATION DESERT STORM #1&2 WAR AND KNOW OF BROTHER ARMY SOLIDERS DING IN WAR AND SEND MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF ALL DIED IN VIETNAM AND DESERT STORM AND MIDDLE EAST WAR/CONFLICT GOD BLESS ALL WHO SERVE AND FIGHT AND DIE FOR FREEDOM AND THE FAMILYS
SIR JESSE RICHARD BROWN SR FIRST SARGENT UNITED STATES ARMY 82 AIRBORNE FT BRAGG NORTH CARILINA

CONTACT AT sirjessebrownsr@gmail.com"
SIR JESSE RICHARD BROWN SR of SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA

"TO THE FALLEN SOILDERS OF THE MIDDLE EAST WAR IAM A VETEREN OF VIETNAM AND OPERATION DESERT STORM #1&2 WAR AND KNOW OF BROTHER ARMY SOLIDERS DING IN WAR AND SEND MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF ALL DIED IN VIETNAM AND DESERT STORM AND MIDDLE EAST WAR/CONFLICT GOD BLESS ALL WHO SERVE AND FIGHT AND DIE FOR FREEDOM AND THE FAMILYS
SIR JESSE RICHARD BROWN SR FIRST SARGENT UNITED STATES ARMY 82 AIRBORNE FT BRAGG NORTH CARILINA"
SIR JESSE RICHARD BROWN SR of SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA

"my name is charlie wysocki i love my country i will be controling the figth with pressident omabam i have a frend pleope all over world i will feed the whole world"
charlie of plymouth

"Ryan Carlock, Hero,Protector of Family, Home & Country. You are remembered in our Prayers and Blessings to your Family. (The Samantha Carlock-Wilson Family)"
Jacque C. of Bella Vista, Benton Co.,AR.

"nick sorry i havent wrote in a cool minute. been thinkin of u everyday, especially last memorial day. kinda funny i was passing ur house the other day and i was remembering how we drove 110 miles an hour down the street right next to ur house and i saw ur smiling face laughing. good times. miss u so much u were the only decent friend i ever had or do have. love ya man see u soon but not soon enough...."
Ralphie Aguilar of CarolStream Il

"Dear Mr and Mrs Phelps, I am a Muslim and I watched this movie and I was truly touched and cried, We must end wars so that our sons and daughters are not lost. Life is to precious, His sprit will leave on God Bless You and your family.

There are too may loses on both sides X"
Zaid Ali of England

"First Class Ride Home
-By John Harris

The hours have been long
And the work has been hard

I’ve missed you all so much
And cherished every card

Amidst all this chaos and distraction
I managed to complete my given task

The final test of teamwork and dedication
I most assuredly did pass

They praised me for a job well done
And said that no one could have done it better

They’re giving me some kind of award
And even wrote a letter

Trips that have kept me far from home
Are now all in the past

And to show their appreciation
I’ll be flying home first class

More care, respect and attention
I have never known

For until today
-Coach is all that I have ever flown

As my plane eventually touches down
And you all gather at the gate

Others have gotten off
But I still have to wait

As I finally disembark from this my very first- first class ride

You see me, and the tears begin to fill your eyes
-Not tears of happiness but tears of strength and pride

For as a final gesture
And a truly first class sign

They have draped my Nation’s Flag
Above my house of pine"
John Harris of Armada, Michigan

"Words can not begin to thank you and your loved ones for the ultimate sacrifice you have given for your country and countrymen. If it were not for the soldiers, sailors, Marines and flyers over the centuries, America and Amercan's would not have the freedom they have today. Neither would the rest of the world. Thanking you and your family for the sacrifices you have all made is not enough, we need to take more interest in who we elect, the laws and legislation that is made and always stand behind our men and woman in service to their country. We need to never forget them or their families. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for our freedom."
Karen of San Antonio, TX

"Our Hearts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Capt.Joseph W. Schultz, C CO. 3d Btl, 3d Special Forces and his fellow soldeirs that were with him. May God put his hand on you and bless all of those who have fallen."
Rudy Herrera of San Jose, CA

"http://www.military.com/video/966578533001/ We made this video for www.SyndicatedNews.NET. It was written by Military Historian Richard S. Lowry. It mentions one of the fallen heroes on your page. Please download a copy of this video for his family."
Ruthie DiTucci of Orlando, FL

"Chavez aka Chivo or Chino

I'm very proud of the time I got to know you and your joking personality. Not a day goes by I don't think about you and birchman....but I can't forget the smile and the rock on sign we did to eachother before we rolled out that day.....your one tough son of a gun....God Bless you and your loved ones."
Isaiah Baker Sgt USMC 1ST Tanks Alpha Co of las Cruces, NM

"I just watched the movie "Taking Chance". I was very touched by the way his remains were escorted back to his hometown. It made me think of a really good friend who was a Marine that was killed in the attack on the Hotel in Beirut. His name was Rickie Morrow. We joined up at the same time, I went into the Army & he went into the Marines. I am thankful to have known a brave young man who gave his life to this wonderful country of ours. GOD BLESS AMERICA & MAY WE ALWAYS REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE GAVE THEIR LIVES, WHO HAVE SERVED & THOSE WHO ARE SERVING TODAY! THANK YOU FOR OUR FREEDOM!!"
Karen Laughlin E-5 of Pennsylvania

"Hey Birchman.....

This is a long past due but I do really enjoy the time we spent and served together.....I honestly learned a lot from you and not a day goes by that I don't think of you and Chivo and you have literally touched me in more ways then I.can possibly explain.....God Bless you and your loved ones....."
Isaiah Baker Sgt USMC 1ST Tanks Alpha Co of las Cruces, NM

"Thinking of you on Memorial Day, Shane."
Tobias Schroeder of Washington, DC

"Chris Dixon is forever. We will never forget your sacrifice and thank you for your courage and commitment to our country and its freedom. We pay special honor to you today."
Karin Brintlinger Yoder of Columbus, OH

"To ALL who have given their life for our freedom, we THANK YOU and your families."
Buskett Family of Trenton, NJ

"Remebering Nate and his family today 5-30-11.
Thank You, Nate. We keep your picture on our refrigerator in Honor of You."
Buskett Family of Trenton, NJ

"My son served with Ryan. On this Memorial Day we remember Ryan and the sacrifice he and his family have made. I have shared with his mom the story of when I met Ryan the day they deployed, it was a day I will always remember.We will never forget his service and leadership he showed his men."
Joe Rombola of New York

"Semper Fi.....your courage to stand in the way of evil will always be remembered."
Gold Star Dad of Granada Colorado USA

"Eirk,
As this Memorial Day approaches, I was thinking of those that have scarified in the protection of our country. Those of you that I knew come to mind first. I tell my girls stories of us at flight school. I want them to know you and who you were on this day."
CW4 Steven McPeek (RET) of Savannah, GA

"On memorial weekend, I caught your picture on the 'remembered fallen soldier list'. Every time I passed the TV you were the only soldier I caught at a glance. Over and over again. This reminds me although I didn't know you, I want to express my gratitude for you contributing your life for the greater good of the US military. You were a good man and followed your destiny. This is a tremendouse sacrifice that you gave to all of us. May God bless you and your family on this memorial day weekend. You are not forgotten.2011."
Ms. Morris of Cattaraugus, Ny

"My message for all service members and most especially our fallen heroes is shown in this music video, You Are Our Hero. Here is the direct link,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hU5BGjMggZc

Thank you for all that you did and do for our country."
Imelda Roberts of Chantilly, VA

"On this Memorial Holiday, May 28, 2011, I posted a music video, You Are Our Hero, a song I composed in honor of our fallen heroes. Thank you for keeping us safe. My prayers for you and your loved ones.

http://www.youtube.com/imeews"
Imelda Roberts of Chantilly, VA 20152

"Thank you to Nancy Grace who always remembers our fallen heros at the end of her show.I would like to say on Memorial Day 2011 May They Rest In Peace.God Bless all their loved ones.
Melissa L.Rodriguez"
Melissa L.Rodriguez of Orlando,Florida USA

"Heavenly Father, as Memorial Day approaches, we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. In their memory, we pray for peace, tolerance and understanding around the world.

We ask you to hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us and bless them for the selfless acts they perform for this great country!

We also remember the families of our troops and ask for your unique blessings to fill their homes and your peace, provision and strength to fill their lives.

May the members of our armed forces be filled with courage to face every day and may they trust in the Lord's mighty power to accomplish each task. Let our military brothers and sisters feel our love and support.

These things we ask in Thy name. Amen."
Sue Limerick of Woodford, VA

"Here's to those who dared to serve,
To those who dared to die,
To those who died and yet live on,
To those who gave their all.

Thank you, and may we honor your sacrifice by living honorably and free."
Laurel of Idaho

"@ ramon mateo
hey cuz i misss u so much i think bout u every day, i wonder if what im doing is wat u wood do sometimes. i love u so much u were my favorite cuzin i w ish u were still hea we wood have soo much fun togeather. me nd the rest of the family still havent gotten over our beloved soilder..! i love nd miss u <3!!!!!!!!!"
jasmin of brentwood ny usa

"first i want to think the heros that was killed then i want to says that im so very sorry to the family members and friends that have lost that speacial somebody."
kei of houston texas

"5/16/2011
Thank you "cousin" for your bravery and dedication to this country. I didn't have the pleasure of ever knowing you.
I know you were a patriot and God is taking care of you.

Phil Sisson - sisson@consolidated.net"
of Litchfield, IL

"HE WAS A ROLE MODLE TO ME.HE WAS THE ONE WHO WANT TO JOIN THE NAVY FOR MY FUTURE."
ALEXANDER JAMES HERNANDEZ of PHX,AZ,UNITED STATES PALO VERDE MIDDLE SCHOOL

"I pray daily for the safety of our brave troops, that they return safely to the country they protect so valiantly. God bless you all."
Keith Krummenacher of St. Louis, Missouri

"Hoy es un día donde vemos la justicia en todo su apogeo. Sé, mi querido Quaichan, que hubieses saltado de alegría. Solo doy gracias a Dios que le estás alabando en el cielo, y que en la tierra hay mucho jubilo, porque se ha hecho justicia del causante de que murieras en una tierra tan lejana. Te amo siempre,"
Rose of San Juan, Puerto Rico

"Sup cuz its ben a long time since I seen u I miss the times we would be in the barn with tio jr. Ill never forget the day we wrestled in the backyard of the ranch and me and zane we jumping on u I miss u man I wish u would've made to my graduation I know u were there but I wish I could've seen u there and I wish u could've seen me walk that stage I wish u would've had the chance to watch me grow I'm twenty now and I look at my arm and it reminds every day the good memories I. Had with u love u and I miss u cuz hope to see u again one day"
lil oscar of tulsa, oklahoma

"WE HOPE TO BUILD
THE GI MEMORIAL TRAIL IN CALIFORNIA IN GRIFFITH PARK NEAR THE GENE AUTRY MEMORIAL
'NO ONE SEEMS TO CARE. DO YOU?
CRASHNORM@AOL.COM
WWW.CYBERCLOUD.COM"
NORM PRINGLE of WINNETKA CALIFORNIA

"My deepest sympathy goes to the family of this solider who gave it all for us. Thank you so much. I also would like to say that I found a hero bracelet regarding this service member if you lost it, please email me lovelife143ty@yahoo.com
I am so sorry for your loss and please know that my daily prayers go to the amazing people like this man. Thank you for all your sacrifices, and know that we are free becase of soliders like this man as well as my husband."
Amie of Colorado springs, CO

"I was doing roll over training today at Fort Dix and I thought of Chad. He and Gilstrap kept me laughing at GMC. I am so thankful for knowing him. I will take my memories of him with me on my next tour. Just want the family to know that I still think of him."
TSgt Janice Morgan-Witt of Fort Dix, New Jersey

"I want to say I'm soo sorry for your lost and thank you for your service. Freeedom is not free is paid with the ultimate sacrifice "life" I've never being deployed but my boyfriend had. Multiple deployments during his 18 yrs of service. He is now medical retire. He told me he knew your son and that he saw when the vehicle was returning back to the fob. I don't ask him too many questions of his deployments since he always had told it's better than you don't know. I was station in ft bliss, tx and (mc greggor base camp) and now I understand why the reason of the name Camp Westbrook over there. Take care and the my best wishes to all your family."
SGT Mirtha V. Araica of Daly City, CA

"My name is Kim Phillips. I work at a new restaurant in Homosassa, FL. When we opened the restaurant last week we found pictures of Brian. We would like to return them to the owner. I am very glad I found this page. If someone reads this and wants the picture please contact me at 352-464-3721. Thank you"
Kim Phillips of Homosassa, FL USA

"he was a family friend....i was maybe 6 or 7 when i meet him but he was so nice and caring and i know my family misses him and i miss him. somtimes i visted his grave site and say hello and that i miss him..........thanks chris:) we will miss you."
Jenna Orin of forest city, NC

"I thank you for the freedom that James fought for, without him and soliders like him we would eventually lose our freedom. Thank God for soliders like him. Even though I did not know him, I can relate as I am a veteran and my heart goes out to all of you. Thank you for his life and I know that God is keeping him safe."
Reba Worley of Palm Coast, Fla. USA

"Hello Son!!!
Wish you could have been here today!!!
JACOB GOT HIS 1ST INK:) Son Mom did not know if he was gonna pass out or CRY!!!!
It was awsome......He started with a big peice and did not eat for he was so excited!!!!! He choose a GREAT ARTIST!!!
One who really thinks through and takes pride in his art.... It is gonna be the bomddiggie when it is done!!! Then he and and his girlfriend and I went to Mcadoos for dinner. Had a good time even the service was poor:( Food was good. Then we came home and just chilled.... Baby bro has been put thruogh the ringer:(
It was a day that I will never forget just like you and I!!!!!GOD SMACK SON!!!
Well son Mom is gonna call it a day and night sleep tight and don't let the bugs bite;Good Dreams or no Dreams
Love Forever Mom
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo"
Ann Wiseman of Pulaski, VA USA

"I would just like to say thank you to all the service men and women all over the world. Also, a thank you to the families of the heroes that are fighting for our freedom. It is much appreciated for all their courage to us safe."
Dan C of Syracuse, NY

"I had the priveleage to serve breifly serve with Devin right before we flew out ot Iraq in June of 04. We'd hang out after the end of the work day and he always had me me laughing. I only wish I had more pictures of him. I only have one left. It would be big help to me if I can get a hold of his family to send them the picture. Thanks! Email riv2828@yahoo.com

SSG
OIF 2 Veteran 2004-2005
United States Army Reserve"
Jaime Rivera of Chicago

"Mad Dog, you saved my life in Fallujah. You always accomplished the mission that was given to you. You are always missed. If i could go back in time i would be right with you. It's Debiak. I never wanted to leave your side. You are missed so much and I promised will never be forgotten. Thank you for saving my life."
Joshua Debiak of oceanside, ca

"i wish we could have had d oppertunity to b together longer on this side/your mother is d sweetest women n d world/she loved u so much/she was broken so bad when she lost your presents/god had to help care for her n so many ways/she trust n believe n god n god made his presents known to her/i love your mother so much n always will[she is my best friend/has d most sweetiest love n d whole world]god blessed u to hav your mothers love/you will never b missed r forgotten-i am so proud n its a great honor for me to b able to call u my son/always b here for u."
clifford r duirden of lufkin tx/angelina

"Thanks to all the armed forces in the great U.S.A. - You guys and gals are why this country is free. Thanks for keeping us free/ come home safely.
We need you back at the home front."
Lowder of North Carolina

"How does one express their appreciation and great sadness for the pain that the family, friends, loved ones, other seals have gone through with the great sacrificial gift this wonderful man has given to us! It is unspeakable! I pray for you all and for all of our military that each day will be "softer", that everyone will experience some laughter each day, and have all the blessings that these wonderful heros have afforded us.

My heart is full of pride, my prayers of thankfulness for all you and your son have given for America!!"
J. Larkin of HHI SC

"your service to our country is always
held in our hearts. thank you for protecting our country."
Bellanger of Cass Lake,MN

"Thank You to all the armed forces of the U.S.A. We all should be proud of each and every one of them. They are protecting OUR FREEDOM ON A DAILY BASIS. GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU - MAY HE KEEP YOU AND BRING YOU HOME SAFELY,,,, SINCERELY, U.S.A."
Jon Lowder of Charlotte, North Carolina U.S.A.

"God Bless you all... Thank you for all you do for us. Appreciation is 100%."
Lowder of Charlotte, NC

"Sorry Derrick, I failed you and SSG. Hicks, I should of never let a Lutinate do my job."
Sfc. Mitzner of Grove, Oklahoma

"LONG LIVE OBAMA !!!!"
RICH of new york city

"Someone is using Sgt David Murray name and army status to con people on facebook. contact me below. Fear the worst."
R. Meadows of Lucedale, MS

"Thankyou for the good times especially the post atomic blues."
ConnorC of Carlisle UK ENG.

"Aaron i barley knew you i miss you a lot i just cant belive your gone forever i was only little when you left its been eight years since i saw you my whole family misses you and will always remember you."
Your Neice, Kayde of Richvale Ca

"Aaron i was only 3 years old when you died i barely knew you were my cousin i hope i can remeber you forever."
Your Neice, Kayde of Richvale Ca

"========================================
THE TEAR DROP IN THE BOTTLE.
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I CAPTURE A TEAR DROP
FROM MY DEAR LOVING
DYING WIFE;

IN A SMALL TINY BOTTLE
AND HER TEAR DROP WILL
ALWAYS BE MY SOUVENIR
OF HER,

I'LL CARRY HER TEAR
DROP WITH ME EVERY
PLACE I GO;

I STAND AT HER GRAVE
SIDE READING LOVE POEMS
FROM OUT OF A BOOK OF
LOVE POEMS,

I KNOW SHE IS WAITING
FOR ME UP THERE IN
HEAVEN;

DARKEN CLOUDS ARE
BEGINNING TO HOVER OVER
ME,

AS I STAND THERE BY YOUR
GRAVESIDE READING LOVE
POEMS FROM OUT OF A BOOK
OF LOVE POEMS;

AND I STILL CARRY YOUR
TEAR DROP WITH ME IN THAT
SMALL TINY BOTTLE,

ITS MY SOUVENIR OF YOU MY
LOVE.

I HAVE TO GO NOW MY LOVE
CAUSE THE DARKEN CLOUDS
ARE BEGINNING TO HOVER
OVER ME;

BUT BEFORE I LEAVE YOU
I'LL READ YOU ONE MORE LOVE
POEM FROM THAT BOOK OF
LOVE POEMS,

A RAIN DROP HAD FALLEN
ONTO THE PAGES OF THAT LOVE
POEM;

I'LL BE BACK AGAIN MY LOVE
TO READ MORE LOVE POEMS
TO YOU,

AND I KNOW THAT YOU ARE
WAITING FOR ME UP THERE
IN HEAVEN MY LOVE.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

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THE WHITE FALLEN FEATHERS FROM HEAVEN.
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WHEN I EARN MY SOFTLY ANGEL
WHITE WINGS OF FEATHERS HERE
IN THIS LOVELY PLACE OF
HEAVENLY DIVINE HOME OF BEAUTY;

I'LL KEEP ON SENDING YOU
MY LOVE ONE OF MY SOFTLY ANGEL
WHITE WINGS OF FEATHERS FROM
HEAVEN,

WHERE MY HEART KEEPS ON WAITING
FOR YOU AT HEAVEN'S GATES;

UNTIL YOU HAVE GATHER UP ENOUGH
OF MY SOFTLY ANGEL WHITE WINGS
OF FEATHERS TO HELP YOU ALONG
THE WAY MY LOVE,

TO FLY SAFELY INTO MY ARMS TO
HEAVEN'S GATES;

WHERE MY HEART KEEPS ON WAITING
FOR YOU MY LOVE AT HEAVEN'S
GATES.

AND IF BY CHANCE THINE LOVELY
EYES HAPPEN TO GLANCE UP
TOWARDS THE BLUE HEAVENLY SKY
AND CATCH A GLIMPSE WITH THINE
LOVELY EYES,

OF SEEING A SOFTLY WHITE FALLEN
FEATHER GENTLY GLIDING DOWNWARDS
FROM OUT OF THE BLUE HEAVENLY
SKY EACH YEAR;

THAN YOU WILL KNOW WITH YOUR
OWN TRUE HEARTFELT FEELINGS MY
SWEET DARLING DEAR,

THAT ITS FROM ME TO YOU WITH A
LOVING AND HELPING HAND WITH
ALL OF MY LOVE AND PRAYERS FROM
FROM HEAVEN'S GATES;

SO JUST WAIT AND WATCH WITH
THINE LOVELY EYES FOR A SIGN
FROM ABOVE FOR ONE OF MY FALLEN
FEATHERS FROM HEAVEN,

SIGNED YOUR LOVING ANGEL
FOREVER MORE.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"God Bless each and every soldier. I am especially proud of all of you guys and gals. Thanks for all you do (I certainly appreciate you all)....."
Jon Lowder of Monroe, NC USA

"========================================
FAREWELL FAREWELL MY LOVE.
========================================


FAREWELL FAREWELL TO YOU
MY LOVE;

AS THE ANGELS WERE
STANDING BY TO TAKE YOU
HOME TO HEAVEN,

I PLEADED WITH THE ANGELS
NOT TO TAKE YOU AWAY WITH
TEARS IN MY EYES;

THAN I HEARD A LOVELY VOICE
GENTLY WHISPERING SAYING
ITS ALL IN GOD'S HANDS,

BUT MY HEART CAN'T AND
WON'T SAY GOODBYE TO YOU
MY LOVE;

ALL THOUGH YOUR LOVE
LEAVES AN EMPTY VOID IN
THIS HEART OF MINE,

SO ALL I CAN SAY TO YOU IS
FAREWELL FAREWELL MY LOVE;

BUT MY HEART CAN'T AND
WON'T SAY GOODBYE TO YOU
MY LOVE,

ONLY TIME CAN HEAL THIS
BROKEN AND DYING HEART OF
MINE WITH EVERY PASSING
YEARS GONE BY;

SO UNTIL THAN MY LOVE
FAREWELL FAREWELL TO YOU
MY LOVE,

UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
MY LOVE.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

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I'M KEEPING A CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL ON MY WINDOWSILL.
===================================================


IN THIS TROUBLE AND DARKEN
WORLD OF OUR'S I'M KEEPING
A CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL BURNING
ON MY WINDOWSILL TONIGHT;

FOR ALL OF THE FALLEN ONE'S
EVERYWHERE,

THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER
ONE LIKE YOU EVER AGAIN;

AND MY HEART IS IN AGONY
OVER ALL OF MY BROTHERS
AND MY SISTERS,

I'M GONNA LIGHT A CANDLE FOR
THIS TROUBLE AND DARKEN WORLD
OF OUR'S;

I'M LIGHTING THIS CANDLE IN
HOPES THAT HEAVEN WOULD SHADE
A LITTLE LIGHT UPON THIS
TROUBLE AND DARKEN WORLD OF
OUR'S,

I'M HOPING AND PRAYING THAT
HEAVEN CAN SEE THIS CANDLE
LIGHT VIGIL OF MINE BURNING
ON MY WINDOWSILL TONIGHT.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"========================================
I WHISPER YOUR NAME TO THE WIND.
========================================


YOU HAVE GONE WITH THE WIND
SO FAR AWAY ACROSS THE BLUE
SKY;

YOU HAVE GONE WITH THE WIND
SO FAR AWAY ACROSS THE BLUE
SKY,

I WHISPER YOUR NAME TO THE
WIND;

I WHISPER YOUR NAME TO THE
WIND,

THE WIND CARRIES YOUR NAME
SO FAR AWAY ACROSS THE BLUE
SKY;

THERE'S A FIRE IN THE SKY
AS THE SOUND OF THUNDER AND
LIGHTNING ARE ROARING ACROSS
THE BLUE SKY,

THAN SUDDENLY FROM OUT OF NO
WHERE I HEAR YOUR SWEET
SOFTLY VOICE CALLING OUT TO
ME IN THE WIND;

AND IT BRINGS TEARS OF JOY TO
MY EYES TO HEAR YOUR SWEET
SOFTLY VOICE CALLING OUT TO ME
IN THE WIND.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"========================================
TO MY MOMMY AND DADDY.
========================================


MOMMY AND DADDY DON'T YOU CRY
ANY MORE FOR ME;

BE HAPPY FOR ME YOUR DAUGHTER,

CAUSE MY SWEET AND DEAR GUARDIAN
ANGEL HAD CAME TO TAKE MY LITTLE
HANDS MOMMY AND DADDY;

SHE'S SO PRETTY AND HER SMILE IS
SO BEAUTIFULLY AND SHE GLOW
SO BRIGHTLY LIKE A LIGHT,

THERE WERE MORE BEAUTIFUL LOVELY
ANGELS ALL AROUND ME MOMMY AND
DADDY;

THEY WERE SINGING ME HOME TO
HEAVEN,

THE ANGELS ILLUMINATED THE NIGHT
SKY;

AS MY SWEET AND DEAR GUARDIAN
ANGEL HAD TAKEN HOLD OF MY LITTLE
HANDS,

TO TAKE ME TO HEAVEN TO BE WITH
JESUS.

I THANK YOU MOMMY AND DADDY FOR
ALL OF YOUR HUGS AND KISSES AND
FOR ALL OF YOUR LOVE;

SO MOMMY AND DADDY DON'T YOU CRY
ANY MORE FOR ME,

BE HAPPY FOR ME YOUR DAUGHTER.


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"========================================
WHEN YOU CRY; I CRY TOO.
========================================


I FEEL YOUR PAINS;

I FEEL YOUR SORROW,

I FEEL YOUR GRIEF;

I FEEL YOUR SADNESS,

I FEEL WHAT YOU ARE
FEELING TOO;

FOR WHEN YOU CRY;
I CRY TOO.

AND IT HURTS TO SEE
ANOTHER BROTHER OR A
SISTER OF MINE DYING
OUT ON THE BATTLEFIELD,

THE WHOLE WORLD IS A
BATTLEFIELD;

FOR ALL OF THE
SOLDIERS AND POLICEMEN
AND FIREMEN TOO,

THEY SAY THAT GOD
HIMSELF ALSO WEEP
WHEN WE DIE.

YES I FEEL YOUR PAINS;

YES I FEEL YOUR SORROW,

YES I FEEL YOUR GRIEF;

YES I FEEL YOUR SADNESS,

YES I FEEL WHAT YOU
ARE FEELING TOO;

AND YES FOR WHEN YOU CRY,
I CRY TOO.


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YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
========================================


I'LL CLING ON TO YOUR LOVE
IN MY HEART;

I WON'T LET GO OF YOUR LOVE
IN MY HEART,

YOUR LOVE WILL REMAIN IN MY
HEART FOREVER;

I'LL HOLD ON TO YOUR LOVE
SO TIGHTLY AS THOUGH IT WAS
MADE OF GOLD,

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE MY
TREASURE;

I'LL SEAL UP YOUR LOVE IN MY
HEART,

I'LL CHERISH YOUR LOVE IN MY
HEART FOREVER;

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE MY
KEEPSAKE IN MY HEART,

NOT EVEN DEATH ITSELF CAN
SEPARATE YOUR LOVE IN MY
HEART;

AND I WON'T LET YOUR LOVE
WITHER OR FADE AWAY IN MY
HEART,

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS LINGER
ON AND ON IN MY HEART;

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE IN
MY HEART FOREVER.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

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MY HUNGRY HEART KEEPS ON LONGING FOR YOU.
===========================================

MY HUNGRY HEART KEEPS
ON LONGING FOR YOU;

TO ME YOU WERE MY ANGEL
THAT GLOW SO BRIGHTLY,

EVER SINCE YOU LEFT THIS
WORLD BEHIND YOU;

THE SUN HAS STOP SHINING,

THE BIRDS HAS STOP SINGING;

AND THE FLOWERS HAS STOP
GROWING IN THE GARDEN,

I KNOW NOW THAT THIS HEART
OF MINE HAVE TAKEN YOUR
LOVE FOR GRANTED;

GOD ONLY KNOWS HOW MUCH
THIS HEART OF MINE KEEPS ON
MISSING YOU SO MUCH,

WITH A HOPE IN MY HEART
AND A PRAYER ON MY LIPS;

IF ONLY GOD WOULD GRANT
ME MY WISH,

I WOULD BE WISHING FOR
YOU ALL OVER AGAIN.

I JUST CAN'T SEEM TO STOP
THIS HUNGRY HEART OF MINE
FROM LONGING FOR YOU;

YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN MY
SHINING STAR FROM THE START,

EVER SINCE YOU LEFT THIS
WORLD BEHIND YOU;

THE SUN HAS STOP SHINING,

THE BIRDS HAS STOP SINGING;

AND THE FLOWERS HAS STOP
GROWING IN THE GARDEN,

WITH A HOPE IN MY HEART
AND A PRAYER ON MY LIPS;

IF ONLY GOD WOULD GRANT
ME MY WISH,

I WOULD BE WISHING FOR
YOU ALL OVER AGAIN.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"========================================
FOLLOW THE RAINBOW TO HEAVEN.
========================================


A SOLDIER HAD DIE OUT ON THE
BATTLEFIELD;

BROKEN HEARTS ARE WEEPING FOR
THEM,

BUT TAKE COMFORT OF KNOWING
THAT GOD HAD SENT THEM A
RAINBOW FROM HEAVEN;

THE SOULS OF THE SOLDIERS
HAVE GONE TO THERE HOME
IN HEAVEN,

OUR LOVED ONE'S HAS FOLLOW
GOD'S LOVELY RAINBOW IN THE
SKY;

ALL THE WAY TO THE END OF THE
SKY.

THAT LEADS ALL THE WAY TO THE
OTHER END OF THE LORD'S
HOUSE IN HEAVEN,

SO JUST KEEP ON PRAYING AND
TRUST THAT GOD WILL SEND US
THAT SAME RAINBOW IN THE SKY;

WHERE OUR LOVED ONE'S ARE
WAITING FOR YOU AND FOR ME AT
THE END OF THE RAINBOW IN
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HAUNTED BY HER LOVE.
========================================

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
LOVE;

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
MEMORIES THAT KEEPS ON
LINGER ON AND ON IN MY
HEART OF HER,

SHE HAS GONE ON TO HER
REWARD IN HEAVEN;

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY YOUR
LOVE OF YOU,

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
LOVE;

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
LOVELY DEEP BEAUTY,

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
SWEET AND LOVELY CONVERSATION
OF YESTERDAY YEARS;

SHE HAS GONE ON TO HER
REWARD IN HEAVEN,

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY YOUR
LOVE OF YOU;

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
LOVE,

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
SWEET AND LOVELY PRETTY
SMILE;

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY HER
LOVELY DEEP RADIANT EYES,

SHE HAS GONE ON TO HER
REWARD IN HEAVEN;

I'M ALWAYS HAUNTED BY YOUR
LOVE OF YOU.

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"THANK YOU TO ALL THE GUYS AND GALS IN THE ARMED SERVICES OF THE U.S.A. I APPRECIATE THE FREEDOM YOU DEFEND FOR US EACH AND EVERY SINGLE DAY."
LOWDER of NORTH CAROLINA

"My heart go's out to love ones."
Paul g ayala usn vet of Virden,il usa

"what up tick miss you bud,..........um i miss you...... youll be missed bro"
devere of everywhere, army

"my nephew christian barajas served with cpl neighbor and gave me his kia bracelet for christmas and i will never take it off in honor of him who fights for my freedom and in honor of him i will be hiking the appalachian trail this year in march ,god bless our troops !"
james w. mcgrane of hallandale , florida

"WE are still working on
THE GI MEMORIAL TRAIL IN LA COUNTY
WWW.CYBERCLOUD.COM
FACEBOOK ON SITE"
NORM PRINGLE of LOS ANGELES CA

"tiffany, i know this is not an anniversary u wanna remember but we are all thinkin about that day at the gas station and i hope u r remembering the good and not the bad. hope all is well and the image of that day will never be erased from my memory."
Dustin Rhynes of Murray, KY

"With Veterans day so recently, and Thanksgiving just passed, and Christmas coming soon - Thoughts of you all are swirling more than ever!! So much honor, so much love, and oh so sad... Please know you are all thought of, and loved!! Family, Friends, the Fallen..."

"i jus want to say that i miss you uncle Marlin T. Rockhold. you are always missed but neverforgotten. we love and miss you much i wish you were still here becuase its not the same without you here.. uncle ,,, I lOVE You.."
Yjohneasha Tipton of Hamilton, Ohio

"There are still many missing soldiers and casualties from wars in the past...
My heart goes forever to you all...
And this song is dedicated to all you countless heroes.....

Miyeh's song, a patriotic song entitled "Nameless Heroes", was written for all the American soldiers who loved, and served our country. They've fought for, protected, and kept our freedoms, and the freedoms of others. When aggressive nations invaded weaker ones, as seen during WWII when the Nazis & Japanese raged, the American soldiers went into action, and brought stability to the globe, almost like an international police force - without whom, the world, as we know it would not exist today. As over 9,000 American soldiers are buried in France, who died in the battle of Normandy, and as a great many more died at the hands of Nazis, and in Korea, Vietnam and ..., Miyeh honors these countless (and sometimes forgotten) heroes who’ve given their precious lives to keep freedom alive for us here in America, and for strangers in strange lands all over the world. Miyeh has a deep understanding and appreciation for the priceless and noble sacrifices that the American soldiers have made for freedom throughout the world.

Visit youtube, and hear the song for the American veterans and soldiers
under " Nameless Heroes by miyeh". Thank you again."
Jean clak of ca

"Too loose any service member is hard, but to loose a family member is harder, I will remember you always! and thank you for your sacrifice. with love always your -little cousin-"
Sgt Brandon J. Bergeron USMC of 26th MEU / Camp LeJuene NC

"Jesse Alan so many people remember you after almost seven years. They remember you because of your letter home. You opened your heart for the whole world to see you are so much more then a soldier. I am proud of you for that reason. Your loved."
Dad of jefferson city mo.

"To Our Fallen Heroes and their Families,
Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice to keep me free. You gave all to preserve this great nation and the principals on which it was found. God Bless and Keep You."
Elizabeth Amann of Northridge, CA 91325

"TO ALL WHO GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE YOU ARE TRULY AN AMERICAN HERO , MAY GOD BLESS YA'LL.."
TRACEY of PRESCOTT, MI. OGEMAW .CO

"You were a great friend Micheal D and I'll never forget you!!!"
Leslie Dunford Boyd of Pulaski, Va

"I know you came from my hometown and you were a soldier like me. Sometimes I feel that it should be me and not one with family distrought and alone in that hell. The hell on Earth of living without their loved one and living financially burdened. I live in pain from being injured everyday, but you made the ultimate sacrifice without selfishness. You were a true soldier and for that I am honored to know your family and let them know that it is my job to do what I should do for any family member. And by that I mean that military members are family and they have that silent code to be there for fallen soldiers and their families. This is also for disabled veterans too. God bless your family this Veteran's day!"
Pamela Johnson of Northport,AL

"Remembering with much love Sgt Joshua A. Terando, Morris, Il. KIA nov. 10.2005. Iraq. We miss you so very much Josh. You smile and sense of humor are unforgettable. You are forever in our hearts. Jess and I went to the wall today. Left you flowers and prayers. Doesn't seem to be enough. Until we meet again. Love eternal, The Laicoff Family. DePue,IL."
Suzanne Laicoff of DePue, IL. USA

"you all are true heroes, words cant express how greatful i am for every service member out there. for those who have died, r.i.p and thank you for giving our country freedom"
Dustin H of wichita kansas

"TO THE BEST DAMN MARINE I EVER MET!!! Semper Fi!!! It was an honor to have served with your son for 4 years. B co/A co will never be forgotten. The crazy 48 volunteers. This message not only goes out to kevin but to the men who served with him! Love you all and miss you"
USMC Retired of Oregon

"We crossed paths for a moment they choose you over me. I'm grateful for your sacrifice ; knowing that I should have stayed in Okinawa. I remember that night we spoke; I know your in heaven because of you I will be able to raise my children. Your sacrifice will not go softly into the wind."
Cpl Ismael Arellano (USMC) 2001-2005 of Reno, Nevada

"Today I continue to complete the arrangements for my trip to LAO PDR were I will attend the First States Party Meeting to work on the Treaty to Ban Cluster Munitions, signed into force 08/01/2010. It was while clearing a US cluster munition that Travis was killed. I have learned a great deal about this weapon since the loss of my son. I have learned that 98% of the victims are civilians, 30% of those are children and more of our own troops were injured or killed by our own cluster bombs in Desert Storm than any other enemy weapon. So in honor of my beloved son Travis I will continue to work to push all countries especially the US to stop manufacturing, stockpiling and using this weapon. I beg all other who value humane life and our troops to join me."
Lynn Bradach of Portland, OR

"Jacques,
We only met once. Your grandfather and my father were brothers. We were 1st cousins (once removed). My heart felt wishes go out to the family.
Hugh Brunson "Butch""
Hugh Brunson of Greensboro, NC

"In memory of Army Sgt. Eduviges G. Wolf, on the first anniversary, of her death (October 25, 2009). Our memories of you are so precious they are wrapped in love and stored safely in our hearts forever. ..."
Debey Senska of Forestburg, SD

"I feel a great lost and my heart is full...God Bless Jeffery Starr"
Marie Klemens of Philadelphia

"It has and will always be my honor to have served with you Sir. You were more then just my Commanding Officer you were also a great leader and friend. You will never be forgotten Sir "Glories Guns"."
SSG Uballe, Ruben N of Fort Stewart, Ga

"To the loved ones who will always grieve for the loss of Sgt. Lord, I extend my deepest condolences and I will be eternally grateful to Sgt. Lord and all of our brave soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrafice. I get angry at our politicians who fail to provide supportive services to the families of the fallen, the injured and the their families and the proper medical services for those who suffer from PTSD. I grew up with Rocky Saxbe who is a Marine and served in Vietnam. We have discussed the ill advised wars and conflicts which have cost the people in this country so much. I pray each evening for the safety and well being for our soldiers who fight for our freedom. God bless our brave soldiers and their families who endure so much."
Richard Lord of Reynoldsburg, Ohio , USA

"This site is one of the best honoring our love ones. I really thank you for creating it."
N. Aviles of Tampa, Florida

"still have you in my heart just as if it was like yesterday as you are still with me walking by my side I LOVE YOU man"
SFC OATES of ft bragg

"lance cpl jeremy z. long family
im doing a report on your son for the jrotc im sorry about your son can you help me out like imformation"
danielking of trenton fl

"I would like to put my son's name on this website. He is SSG Richard J.Jordan He was killed in Iraq, March 16,2010 We love you son and we miss you so much!! Love your Mom, Dad and Brother Jonathan"
Kimberly Jordan of New Boston, MI. USA

"Hey baby, don't think that we have forgotten about you, we miss you and think about you everyday...Our son is doing great and still misses you, he asks so many questions and I still get choked up...I don't always know what to say to him, but I am doing the best I can to raise him and make sure he never forgets you, or your sacrifice...we love you Alex"
Maria of Georgia, usa

"I think often of our brave soldiers who are doing the heavy lifting for all of us. They have earned the deepest respect and love from my family, and will always be in our prayers. May God bless them and their families."
Keith Krummenacher of St. Louis, MO

"I also a Michael R. Hancock who served in the ARMY. Sgt. Hancock. 11yrs active duty,many deployments,and a Medical discharge due to combat service. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your families. Once a soldier always a soldier. Feel free to email I will always be here for our soldiers and their families. Email mrhancock88@yahoo.com"
Michael R Hancock of Ohio

"It was my honor to help recover your daughter from Iraq and to help rescue Jessica. My hand still bears a scar of honor recovering her. She is a true hero!"
CSA

"Many don't know this, or maybe it's irrelevant to the life of Dixon, but this soldier reenlisted in Iraq, besides what his contribution was, he bellied up for more, he loved his duty, and he loved his country, he was a patriotic person that gave his all, his first sergeant was extremely grieved over his loss, and spoke eloquently about this soldier and was hard pressed to speak about him while we were in Iraq, for fear of coming to tears to express his feelings about this soldier, I know this beacause I reenlisted him, me and Jim Tembrock. Every morning when I awaken I think I am in the desert, and I hope Dixon sees that beautiful pink sunrise every minute of his life now."
MSG (R) Butler of Philadelphia PA

"My son, CPL. Rhett Allen Butler was KIA July 20, 2007 in Khan Bani Sa'd, Iraq. My heart goes out to all Mothers and Fathers, loved ones. "God help our hearts to heal, Please.""
Sereta Butler Ramsey of San Angelo, Texas

"missy,still waiting to see you at home ..........miss your crazzzzzzyyness!! love daddy."

"I too lost my son in Iraq. I know there are no words that can help..."
Doyle Pirtle of Elizabeth, Colorado

"Today (20 August 2010) Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay GA held a Run for the Fallen 5K race. We picked out pictures of fallen American serviceman and ran with them pinned to our shirts. I ran with Doc J. I ran hard because I knew as a Corpsman with the FMF he was a stud of a man and I thought of him the whole time I was running. I will keep that picture always and will never forget his service. Thanks Doc J."
CW04 Paul Lawson of Kings Bay GA

"You are so missed! It's amazing how often you've been in my thoughts and conversations lately. We had some great times with Ben this summer. You would be so proud of him!! I miss you terribly Ben! I am so thankful for all you gave!!!!!"
Ginger of Bay City

"My name is Karen, i live in Oceanside CA... bc of the close proximity to Camp Pendlenton.. so many of my friends joined the marines... ive lost a best friend who I will always remember... and now with my husband deployed i feel lost and shattered... I come here and read about all the amazing lives that have been lost.... thank you all for your sacrifice, may God give you the strengh to deal and cope with your loss, a loss that is impossible for those who have not been through it."
Karen of Oceanside CA

"This is for Scott Tellado I tried to contact you before. You are a Father to 3 year old twin sons that were concieved prior to your divorce. I just wanted to tell you that you have 2 sons that you have never met."
Gwen of Ft Knox, Ky

"God Bless America's Fallen Heroes for making the ultimate sacrifice for their country. We honor their memory."
Robert Hempel of Tampa, Fl

"This message goes out to all my fallen Marine Corps brothers! We all know what we signed up to for once we stepped on those yellow footprints.we all as marines signed that blank check knowing that we might make The ultimate sacrifice,unfortunately some of you did..butI promise you this as long as we have marines/family..you will not be forgotten."
Dave Flowers of Middletown CT

"We are so grateful to each of you for your sacrifices. Our teenage daughter wrote and recorded a beautiful song in tribute to our military families which we'd like to share.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdHSPD8KpIQ

We hope you enjoy it. Feel free to share the link if you'd like.

Sincerely, the Berube Family"
Heather Berube of South Jordan, UT

"As long as the United States Marine Corps is alive, Your alive. Your Son will make us all Proud. Semper Fi Buddy."
GYSGT Koon USMC Ret of Az.

"To the wise family you have my deepest condolenses. I met Robert on RR going to Qtar while in Iraq. He has always been on my mind and I can just remember that beautiful smile and cheerful attitude. He was most definetly a happy person."
Cleophus Boggan of New Orleans, La

"I love you & miss you more than words can imagine. Sydney and I have been spending time together & talking about how much we miss you and can't wait to see you again! She is such a beauty and a constant reminder of you! We love you and miss you so much!"
Katie Mooney of Lahaina, Hawaii, USA

"i lov usa army maki"
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"i lov usa army maki"
malsor shkreli of kosovo peje

"i lov usa army"
malsor shkreli of kosovo peje

"i lov usa army"
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"MY BROTHER IN ARMS,JOHN TRAVIS RIVERO ,A FELLOW SOLDIER HAS JOINED YOU PLEASE BOTH OF YOU REMEMBER YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. TAPS TAPS TAPS ."
JOHN RIVERO of SPARTANBURG SC.

"Sra Jason Cunningham deserves the Medal of Honor for his heroism at Robert's Ridge, he earned it...!!!"
Tsgt Q.M Stanley, USAF RET. of Tinker Afb, OKC. USA

"I can only cry for James and his family. An other fallen son, brother, grandson and nephew. When will this end. May God wrap his arms around James. I am so sorry for your loss."
Yolanda Silva (REBEL) of San Marcos, CA USA

"I would like to leave a video and dedicate it to all the fallen heroes and their families http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pt1B2Y5z7W8"
tjwardmusic@yahoo.com of St Augustine, Fl United States

"Gone but not forgotten...."
Armywifemary of Carlisle Barracks PA

"Everything I have is because of the great members of our military. The ones that have made the ultimate sacrifice and their families words cannot express my feelings. Thanks"
Mark of League City, Texas (USA)

"I served in da same unit with Spc. Mcglothin before we were deployed and while on deployment. We always called him HAPPY CLOWN bc he looked like a clown and was always smiling. During the explosion i was in a fueler right behind the humvee he was gunning while we were on our way to camp cuervo to pickup supplies. when i heard the explosion i thought our fueler had got hit but come to find out it was him. i just wanna say i was proud to serve with him bc we always laughed together and when we were in the barracks i use to always ask him WHY HE ALWAYS WEAR BLACK! I'll always keep a special place in my heart for him and all the other fallen soldiers."
Spc. Moore of Chester sc

"To the Blazer Family
on Memorial Day I just wanted you all to know Melvin will never be forgotten."
SSgt Barnes of Billings Mt

"Sending you the sincere thanks of our family and a grateful nation."
Lennon of Apple Valley, CA

"The country cannot thank you enough."
Carin of Apple Valley, CA

"I want to thank you all very much without all your sacrifices we would not have freedom. Freedom its not FREE"
Tamara of San Diego, CA

"Dear Graig,
I will miss you and always remember the laughs we had at Ft. Jackson in AIT. It has been a long time and I will never forget you. Here's to you my old Battle Buddy. My brother, my old pal. This Mamorial Day is for you, thank you for your service. Your old Battle Buddy forever."
Former SGT Jason Moquin of Spring, TX

"I am an american citizen who thanks my lucky stars every day that you are all out there on the line to protect us back here at home!! thank you so much your courage, dependabilty, and sacrifices are well noted by any and all true americans!!! thank you for our freedom!!!!!!!!!!!"
Donna of portland,or

"As memorial Weekend aproaches I just wanted to say thank you to every single member of the military that gave thier lifes for thier country. Thank you for your sacrifice, and to all of my Brothers that I served with none of you will ever be forgotten I hope one day to be able to visit all of your graves and thank you in person but until then this will have to do. SEMPER FIDELIS."
Old Man of Portand, Oregon

"I knew Cpl Rodriguez I met him in 2001 I just got out of Bootcamp. We were both on RA together. I was young scared but Cpl Rodriguez took my under his wing spoke to me and help out alot. We became good friends I got sent to california Camp 29 Plams for school then Camp pendleton and we would meet hang out on the weekend he was a great friend a great leader and most important a great Mentor. I want to pay my Respect please give me a call 3479248537"
Kenny Vazquez Jr of Woodhaven, NY

"Thank you for serving our country so proudly. I did not know you, but I cried just the same. I think "Oh my, that could be my friend, my nephew or my new son-in-law." I want to reach out to your young widow. I want to take her under my wing. I think "Oh my, that could be my friends' sister, my brother and his wife or my newly married daughter. "I cried just the same."
Melanie of Concord, NC, USA

"I have thought often of SGT Mitchell ( I know how much he wanted that promotion), and the men who died with him and before him from B Co. I will be in Arlington this year to pay my respects before I hang up my uniform. I loved tose guys and always will."
SFC Hansen of Ft Leonard Wood, MP

"I am Elias niece Izzy and i am 12 years of age. My Uncle was the best person anyone could ever think of! I loved him very very much and i think of him every single day and I cant stop. He is in all of our hearts and we will never forget about him and we know he loved our country because he fought for us and he sacrificed his life for us! I am only 12 years old but I know I am very very proud of my uncle! When i pray at night, I wanna just have god come down and I want to tell him "God can you please bring my Uncle Elia back down so I can give him all the love he needs and he wants and just to tell him how proud of him we all are! And we love him and we wish he was still here with us!" My uncle was a very strong, intelligent and brave artistic man! I don't want to but it's time for me to say goodbye to my unky! I love soooooooo much and i miss you soooo much and also i am so proud of you and i am holding my tears back!!!!!!!!
I love you unky!"
His niece forever Izzy Fontecchio of Orlando, FL

"dear brother times has passed but yet you are always been here in my here heart. its been yrs now , i just returned from iraq and now i was lucky enought o get stationed at ft bliss i miss you brother so much"
ssga sarinaan jorge of ft bliss tx

"Thank you."
Jennifer Colarossi of Mission Viejo, CA

"Murphy family.
I would like to express my regret for the loss of your son Michael. Who was killed during a battle with his friends in Afghanistan.
I really appreciate what Michael did for his friends.
I appreciate the courage he displayed during the battle.
I hope that one day I'll meet you and together we'll go visit the grave of your son.
If you get this message from me I really hope if you can answer me back.
my email adress is:
safishobash@gmail.com"
Safi Shobash of israel

"julian was proud guy for marina he was a family membner of aviles family he made us safe"
karim aviles

"My heart goes out to all loved ones of the deceased soldiers who died while serving our great country. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I lost my husband six years ago today on military active duty, so I know exactly how all of you feel. April 18, 2010."
Sherra Claunch of Oxford, Alabama

"I as well as my children and others, would love to be able to email / write some of our service members. How does one obtain the needed info to do this? Thank you and God Bless We can be reached at natalieinohio@aol.com"
Natalie of Ohio

"To all parent and service members. I want to thank you all for your part. The parents who raised such fine sons and daughters. To the sons and daughters for fighting to make the world a better place. I have cried so hard reading the posts on this site, but the pain I am feeling is nothing in comparison. Thank you all again, God Bless you all, always."
Natalie of Ohio

"HI DAVID THIS IS YOUR COUSIN SHARENE MAY OUR GOD KEEP YOUR IN HIS FAVOURITES TO MY AUNT OLIVIA GLAD TO SEE EVIDNCE OF YOUR JOURNEY MUCH LOVE IN DYSFUNCTIONAL KINSHIP AS EVER 5184455018"
SHARENE OCTAVIA BRANGMAN WALLACE of Albany, NY 12205

"you were the soldiers soldiers in IRAQ. you were the one who told me to not sweat the small stuff.IENJOYED WORKING FOR YOU. I GOT TRANSFERED TOMPDUTIES AFTER THE INCIDENT.M P DUTIES ARE SUPER J. T. YOU WOULD OF LIKED THIS MOS. MYSENIOR SGT. HEARD ABOUT YOU AND REALIZED HIS FATHER SERVED WITH YOUR FATHER IN vietnam 1969 special ops with special ops marine corps.my dad remembers a young puerto rican from miami fl.JUAN RIVERO, HE SAVED MY FATHERS LIFE BUT GOT HIT WITH SOMA SCRAPNEL AND LOST PART OF HIS FINGER.MY DAD NEVER SAW HIM AGAIN AFTER HE WAS DUST OFF OUT.NOW IT COMES FULL CYCLE YOU AND I MEETING AND OUR FATHERS MEETING AND SERVINR IN COMBAT MANY YEARS AGO. I AM SO PROUD TO MEET YOU AND TO HAVE A SHORT PERIOD TO WORK FOR YOU.in heaven you will be able to watch over me and jose . rip."
thomas of el paso tx.

"Rest In Peace my good friend! You will never be forgotten!You are truly a hero in my heart and to the hearts of millions! God bless your love ones!"
Anne of Oakland Park, Fl

"In the still of the night I reach for you.In the morning light I look for you. I can't believe that you are gone from me forever. I bow my head each morning because it is their night over there and I pray that no more joins the procession of grief. God bless the fallen and Angels surround their families."
Roberta "Robocop" Martin of Southaven, Ms. USA

"I may not know you
I Love you
I pray for you and your family
I appreciate all that you have done and all that you are doing and all that you will do
THANK YOU MY FRIEND FOR GIVING YOUR LIFE
THEIR IS ONLY ONE OTHER I KNOW WHO HAS DONE THAT FOR LOVE AND THAT IS
JESUS. HE LOVES YOU AND HE CARES"

"I pray for you all i thank you forgiving your self for me and all is good i thank you for the love life you gave i thank you for all you gave i jist thank you"
noah lee kosicki of elyria ohio

"CSM Cooke gave me a coin upon graduation of PLDC, he was an inspiration and a mentor. I was in Iraq when he passed and was deeply saddened, but the Blackhawk lives on.
1/1 Cav in Buedigen GE"
Chad Cochran of St. Louis MO

"To the Smith family,
You do not know me ,but the flag your husband and father received for the life he gave in the fight for the freedom of ourselves and others is from a part of family. My name is Tracy Kendall, and I live in Palm Harbor Fl. My father, 1st Sgt William L Kendall (RET), was responsible for Medal Of Honor Flag. I am retired form the Army due to injuries in the line of duty. When I saw the presentation by President Bush it took my heart away to see Pauls youg son accept the medal on his behalf. I hope you are all well, and if there is anything I can help you all with just e-mail tkendall5@verizon .net. There are those close by who think that the actions of SFC. Paul Smith cannot be recognized by just a medal alone. It means that each and every AMERICAN owes him just alittle. May God be with all of you."
SGT. (RET) Tracy L. Kendall of Palm Harbor, Fl

"To Paul Sturino family paul was great friend and person we served together a a 2/5 and became good friends he used to go with me to texas when i would go home for the weekend, and it was always fun to have him around i no its been awhile i just found some old pictures of me and him and i had to write i miss him still everyday"
David Spindle of Quitman, Tx

"I remember my son in Iraq, My eyes gluded to the T.V. watching, Waiting, for the day that it would be his turn to die.
I remember the cell phone calls as I stood frozen in the store, I didn't move as I thought I might lose the connection.
I remember each trip to the airport, The awkward silence, I remember the hug goodbye and smelling his skin, not knowing if it was to be the last time I would see him.
I remember the time he was in the Chicago Airport and he said that he will not go back. I cried as I told him that he must!
The pain of Loving our soldiers transcends any that I have known, And now I feel you are all my family as we know the Pain of war. I Love you, all!"
Lisa Hagist of Lisa.Hagist@comcast.net

"To the families may God watch over you and to your fallen loved one Thank You for your service and may God shine on you."
Ronald G. USMC of Waterloo,Ia.U.S.A.

"My name is Patricia Roberts I am the mother of Spc. Jamaal Addison. The First soldier to die for the state of Ga. in the iraq war. My foundation is presenting a Reunion and 7th Anniversary celebration at Lakeside H.S. April 18, 2010 @ 3:00 pm .Please contact me if you would like to come or just feel free to join us. Thanking you and looking forward to seeing all of you. 404 509 1001"
Patricia Roberts of Lithonia, Ga

"When I see how these wonderful people are treated after sacrificing so much for us, I am sickened. When acorn and others take over our country, these cowards will pray to have a hero come to their defense."
CPT Patriot of Augusta, Maine USA

"Johnny Boy,
Remembering you on your anniversary. Its been seven years now. You are gone but you are NOT forgotten. Semper Fi.
I will pray a Rosary for you."
Chuck Hernandez of Temple City, CA

"Jacob - you were one of my kids. I love you and miss you. I think of you everyday and remember you washing dishes with me on Christmas Eve. You are a hero."
Tanya of Bellvue, WA

"To the family of SSG Hector Perez, I served with SSG Perez in Darmstadt Germany 165TH MI, in 1997. I just learned of his passing today, 09 March 2010 in an email and it broke my heart and brought me to tears as if it were yesterday. Your husband, your father, your son and brother was my friend. He was very kind to me and had a personality that lit up a room, he always had a kind word and a cunning smile, for him the glass was always half full. I remember him well and till this day I can still hear him calling me "H" never by name Harrison. It was an honor to have served with him but a blessing to have known him. He loved his family "his girls" with the heart big enough for a Titan!

Rest with the Angels "P"

Respectfully SFC Keller,Linette known to SSG Perez as "H""
SFC Keller, Linette of USAG Humphreys, Korea

"jojo i love and miss you. i don't go a day without thinking of you. i miss you so much!! i feel responsible i should have double checked everything. I failed you and your squad. I am so sorry, i can't take it anymore. God bless you and your family."
Jose of Ft Polk, LA

"There will never be another partner and friend like you in the world I miss you and I drive on everyday because of you. You were more than my battle buddy and you will always be miss but never forgotten."
SSG ROBERTS KARIC of FORT CARSON COLORADO

"There is no one on the planet who's belief is greater than mine, and I say that with the conviction of "Job"(from the bible) . During Viet-Nam, I was in solitary confinement for 3 months,and 9 days in the breadbox. My vibrational stance has always, since that day, been the same pitch, which I hear 24hrs. a day. At that time I was naked and alone in a 5'x5' cell. In my desperate situation I challenged "GOD", Himself and asked," GOD? If You exist, then why must we, (Your children, made in Your image), suffer so? A voice came to me, not audible, but of intuition, and said to me, My precious, precious child, I, Your Father, have always loved you and always will! You have never and will never, be alone! You must be Your best and do Your best, because, You are MY Sons and Daughters! Evil and negativity are not a part of ME. Please hear me, I miss you! You are Me and I am You! My commandment to you, as I've told you before,"Go and sin no more! Separate yourself from the things that separate You from ME!" At this point I felt a tingling sensation, starting at the very top of my head, radiating to the tip of my toes, giving me rushing feeling over my entire body, making my hair stand on end! Then came,"THE KISS"! A set of physical "LIPS", pressed against my left cheek. From this point on, the rest of my life, has been in constant communion with this ENTITY, whatever you choose to call it."
Kenny Bickford of waterville,ME

"THE FATHER’S HEART
Kenny Bickford
Portsmouth, VA.
June 18,1992
(Father’s Day)
Something awoke me at 2am and pushed me to the dinning room table to write this down as fast as possible
It was flooding my mind faster than I could write! When it was completed, I read and cried. Something was pushing me. I took last $50, had 2000 copies made and was pushed to hand them out to 2000 people on Virginia Beach, VA. People tried to have me arrested but, I wasn’t selling anything! Since then I felt it was a gift to all those loosing a loved one. My desire is that it might speak to your heart.- Thank you, Kenny B.
(bobkenbic1@aol.com)
DADDY? WHY DO PEOPLE HURT SO MUCH? AND WHY’S THERE SO MUCH PAIN?
WHY DO PEOPLE SCREAM AND SHOUT AND FIGHT AND FEEL NO SHAME?
WHY IS THAT MAN CRYING AND THOSE FAMILIES HAVE NO HOME?
AND WHY IS THAT CHILD DYING WITH NO FOOD JUST SKIN AND BONE?
WHY DO PEOPLE SERVE THEMSELVES WHEN OTHERS ARE IN NEED?
AND WHY DO OTHERS TURN THEIR HEADS PRETENDING NOT TO SEE?
WHY DO I SEE ALL THESE THINGS AND WHAT IS RIGHT FROM WRONG?
WHY DO SOME GET PUNISHED WHILE OTHERS WALK ALONG?
WHY SO MEN AND WOMEN HURT EACH OTHER IN SUCH WAYS?
AND WHY DO SOME HATE OTHERS WHEN THEY KNOW THAT’S NOT THE WAY?
WHY ARE ELDERS PUT IN HOMES THEIR STORIES NEVER TOLD?
AND WHY CAN’T PEOPLE GET ALONG IT SEEMS THEY LIKE THE COLD?
NOW DADDY I’VE BEEN ASKING WHY WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?
MY DADDY WHY’D YOU HAVE TO GO AND WHY’S THERE SO MUCH FEAR?

MY PRECIOUS SONS AND DAUGHTERS YOUR WHY’S THEY INETREST ME
IT’S TIME TO HAVE A HEART TO HEART THAT’S ALL THERE IS YOU SEE
IN THIS WORLD OF HEART-ACHE WHERE”I” IS OVER “WE”
YOU MUST REMEMBER MANY THINGS THAT LIGHT YOUR WAY TO SEE
ONE IS THAT OF FAMILY THE NUCLEUS SO STRONG THERE’S NEVER”I” THERE’S ALWAYS “WE” WITH THIS YOU CAN’T GO WRONG ONE GOD ONE WORLD ONE UNIVERSE ONE COSMIC FAMILY ONE IS NEVER SINGLE BUT PLURAL TWO AND THREE
TWO AND THREE AND FOUR AND FIVE COME ON AND COUNT GROW STRONG SIX AND SEVEN EIGHT AND NINE IT’S VAST AND NOT ALONE

SO WHEN YOU THINK THAT I’M NOT THERE PLEASE KNOW YOU’RE NOT JUST ONE
I’M IN YOUR MIND AND IN YOUR HEART COUNTING ON AND ON
COUNTING ON YOU WITH YOU COUNTING DAY AND NIGHT
GUIDING YOU TO FREEDOM FROM DARKNESS INTO LIGHT
THOSE YOU SEE WHICH HAVE NO HOME NO FOOD NO CLOTHES NO HEAT THE MAN THAT CRIES THE CHILD THAT DIES THE ELDERS IN THEIR SEAT
I HAD TO LEAVE YOU NOT MY CHOICE IT WAS MY TIME TO GO BUT JUST REMEMBER THIS ONE THING I’LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU SO YOU SEE THESE THINGS ‘CAUSE YOU ARE YOUNG YOUR HEART IS PURE AS GOLD GOD WANTS TO USE US IN “HIS” PLAN THAT’S WHY WE SUFFER SO WE WANT WHAT WE WANT NOT OF “HIM” IT’S HERE WE GO ASTRAY IT’S IN OUR PAIN THAT WE REFRAIN RETURNING BACK TO HIM
SO KEEP THIS MESSAGE CLOSE AT HAND IN YOUR MIND AND HEART THERE’S NEVER “I” THERE’S ALWAYS “WE”
WE’LL NEVER BE APART!
God bless all parents everywhere for it’s in loving that we suffer and it’s in suffering that we learn the HEART OF GOD!
GOD BLESS YOUR HEARTS THAT SUFFER AS CHILDREN WANTING YEARNING and WAITING FOR THE TRUE MASTER OF LOVE TO RETURN!"
Kenny Bickford of waterville,ME

"Norman, I am still missing you,
you were my heart........vandaoceanview@aol.com"
Vanda of Tampa FL

"I MISS MY FRIEND. IM ONE OF THE ONLY PEOPLE THAT GOT TO SPEND THE LAST DAYS WITH JASON. HE WAS MY VEHICLE COMMANDER AND I MISS HIM DEARLY TO THIS DAY. NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DONT THINK OF YOU MY FRIEND. ITS BEEN ALMOST SIX YEARS, BUT I STILL AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY. TO ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD. "TERMINATOR 3-1 OUT""
ALFONSO FLORES of LOS BANOS CA, 93635, U,S,

"I am very proud of our brave soldiers, and try to instill a sense of patriotism to my three daughters. We talk about who is doing the heavy lifting for our country, and I pray for our warriors daily. I would like those who have endured the ultimate loss to know that even though we cannot feel you loss as you do, we know that brave people have kept us safe. Brave people have kept us free. And they have our enduring respect and love. Amen."
Keith S. Krummenachr of St. Louis, Missouri

"dear morgan,
its been years now and your still in my thoughts every day. i miss you so much. and i never forgot about u ever!
love ya.."
julia hendryx of schweinfurt, germany

"Im looking for Brian Plaza of Patterson. I remember you from College. We were supposed to go on a date and i had complications then. If you get and read this message please email me!! I remember you telling me you were going into service. (ami801@aol.com) Id love to hear from you today!!"
Amy of Turlock, California/USA

"Marvin and family this is Dave Fulkerson's sister Laura I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you and yours. God bless you all."
Laura [fulkerson] Wallen of Briston, Tenn. USA

"My heart goes out to every mother who has lost her son; I was fortunate to get my son back. I would like to share with you, all of you, there is no war on terrorism. It is a sham. I am just a housewife who once believed we were fighting for a just cause. I am now convienced it is all a hoax. At our childrens expense. Think about when the towers fell. They fell just as a building would fall if it were to be demolished. Our government is letting over 2.5 million illegals in this country since this tradegy. I was clueless until this past weekend when the real terror came face to face with me. Ask questions? I called Homeland
Security to report the incident, and was told they work from 8"30-4:30 M-F, no complaints after hours, nor weekends or holidays. I have been devistated at our loss, due to a Government who is allowing all of this to happen for profit. All of them should be impeached, they are funding illegals to own thier own business, interest free, while we still are losing our children to a fake war. Make some noise, make it stop, I have wrote and called every agency I could think of; and no one responded. My child is alive; to many are dead for nothinhg. I am no on but a mother and a wife and what I witnessed this past weekend calls for action. We are being scammed and they meaning the government knows it. Look up the Coppenhagen Treaty: Calls for a One World Order. God gave us free will. I am doing my part the best I know how, never experienced anything like it in my life. I am begging the mothers of the lost ones to stand together in one voice and make the government stop. Please read up on it. That has all I have been doing for the last three days. And the information that is on the net; is so disturbing.
Our own government is setting us up.
WAKE UP!"
Susan of Amherst, Ma

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www.departedngone.com"
warren kennedy of Los Angeles, CA

"Hi my name is Bill our son was killed in IRAQ August 1 2003. as we all come to this site we all have a loss that we can only prey to. We hear those that we never knew. its time for our brothers and of cource sisters to end this war before our younger people have too. we have peace to look forward to but the bad must be taken care of at the cost of are loved ones that are fighting for our freedom.whebert33@yahoo.com"
whebert33@yahoo.com

"I am a Gold Star father. My son was KIA Iraq in January, 2004. I want to wish and pray comfort to and for all the other families of the fallen. Know that it WILL GET LESS PAINFUL,although your world, your reality has been permanently altered. Remember the good times, forget about the unpleasant times, smile when you think of him or her, know that he or she is in a better place and be happy for them. May the Peace and Hope and Comfort of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all and may you adjust as soon as you can to your new reality as you move through the seven stages of grief. We welcome contact from you for solace, comfort, compassionate understanding and love. contact us 24/7/365. John 14

jcdied4unme@gmail.com
562.697.0401
345 S. Monte Vista St.
La Habra, CA 90631"
Dave Chappell of La Habra, CA

"To Matt's Family,
I know becky and Brian, and i was on this website leaving a message for another fallen soldier that i new and i found Matt's page. I also served in iraq, altough i only met matt a couple of times i think of him often. Matt was a great nephew, friend and all around man who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and i just wanted you to know that i along with many other will never forget.
(BU2 SCW) Jeff Scalici Grand Rapids MI"
BU2 SCW Jeff Scalici of grand rapids MI

"Bless the men of the USS Liberty. Our political and military leaders do not have the courage to remember and honor them. God Bless"
Ted Arens of Manistee, MI

"Hey buddy. I still miss you, You showed me what to do when i switched from USMC, See u later Bro,
James David
C CO 3d PLT 1st SQD Ldr"
james of Korea

"To the fallen:
May the ROAD rise up to meet you, the WIND be always at your back,may the SUN shine warm upon your face, the RAIN fall soft upon your fields, until we meet again may GOD holdf you in the palm of his hand.

Irish Blessing

God Bless all of you."
Bruce Williams of Lancaster , PA US

"I am Joel H. Mahills birth mother. I want to let you know how greatly I feel for your loss. Joel and I lost his father when Joel was only 8 months old. The Lord called your son home. We as humans will never understand but we will know when we ourselves arrive in the kingdom! I have been without contact with Joel for twenty some odd years .If he is anything like his father he has a heart of gold. If you could find it in your hearts to pass along my E-mail address please do. mari_bergman56@yahoo.com God is here with all of us...deeply feeling your loss...Mari. Your family will be on my prayer list at my church."
mari (mahill)(helpenstell ) bergman of brownwood texas USA

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I JUST DIDN'T HAD THE HEART TO TELL YOU.
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IN MY LAST LETTER THAT I
WROTE TO YOU MY DARLING;

I JUST DIDN'T HAD THE HEART
TO TELL YOU MY DARLING,

THAT I WAS LEAVING YOU
TONIGHT;

BUT IT WASN'T MY OWN
CHOOSING OF LEAVING YOU
TONIGHT,

WE WERE CAUGHT BETWEEN A
CROSSFIRE WITH THE ENEMY
OUT HERE ON THE BATTLEFIELD;

SOME HOW A STRAY BULLET HAD
MADE ITS WAY IN ME OUT HERE
ON THE BATTLEFIELD,

IN MY LAST LETTER THAT I
WROTE TO YOU MY DARLING;

I JUST DIDN'T HAD THE HEART
TO TELL YOU MY DARLING,

THAT I WAS LEAVING YOU
TONIGHT;

BUT IT WASN'T MY OWN
CHOOSING OF LEAVING YOU
TONIGHT,

AS I LAY DYING OUT HERE ON
THE BATTLEFIELD TONIGHT;

I'M RECITING PSALM TWENTY
THREE AND WHISPERING THE
DEAR SAVIOUR NAME,

I JUST DIDN'T HAD THE HEART
TO TELL YOU MY DARLING IN
THAT LETTER;

THAT I WAS LEAVING YOU
TONIGHT,

BUT IT WASN'T MY OWN
CHOOSING OF LEAVING YOU
TONIGHT MY DARLING.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"HEY GENARO,
MY NAME IS AMBROCIA APARICIO DAUGHTER OF YOUR AUNT ROSALEE. WE MIGHT HAVE MET ONCE WHEN WE WERE LITTLE, BUT NEVER GOT TO GET TO KNOW YOU. I JUST WANTED TO GET A CHANCE TO TELL YOU THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SACRIFICE. GOD BLESS YOU AND REST IN PEACE."
YOUR COUSIN AMBROCIA "NANA" APARICIO of ABERDEEN, WASHINGTON

"To all the Soldiers fallen or not. GOD BLESS you all. And thank you, thank you.



Thank you for
When you said good bye to your wife(husband). I was seating next to my wife(husband).
When you said good bye to your kids. I was holding and playing with my kids.
When you said good bye to your parents. I was visiting my parents.
When you had to sleep in desert. I was sleeping in my own bed.
You had to scarify so much so I can enjoy my freedom.
And most of all you had to die so I can live with dignity.

You are my hero
Thank you"
jalil L. of Ogden, Utah

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I WHISPER YOUR NAME TO THE WIND.
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YOU HAVE GONE WITH THE WIND
SO FAR AWAY ACROSS THE SKY;

YOU HAVE GONE WITH THE WIND
SO FAR AWAY ACROSS THE SKY,

I WHISPER YOUR NAME TO THE
WIND;

I WHISPER YOUR NAME TO THE
WIND,

THE WIND CARRIES YOUR NAME
SO FAR AWAY ACROSS THE SKY;

THERE'S A FIRE IN THE SKY
AS THE SOUND OF THUNDER AND
LIGHTNING ARE ROARING
ACROSS THE SKY,

THEN SUDDENLY FROM OUT OF
NO WHERE I HEAR YOUR SWEET
SOFTLY VOICE CALLING OUT
TO ME IN THE WIND;

AND IT BRINGS TEARS OF JOY
TO MY EYES TO HEAR YOUR
SWEET SOFTLY VOICE CALLING
OUT TO ME IN THE WIND.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"I recall SFC Ordish's events as well....I was able to attend Capt. Miller's funeral and I was moved beyond words. I imediately wanted payback for what had happened to him and voulentered to go to Iraq. I was fortunate enough to of survived. Capt. Miller was hands down the best CO I have ever had in ACTIVE duty or NATIONAL GUARD! He told you like it was wether you wanted to hear it or not. I wept at the petoskey vietnam veterans moving wall in 2008 when I saw the OIF/OEF veterand tags... there were gold dog tags there of fallen hero's of both wars. I read the names of 6 people I have served and with and whom I consider my brothers that day and it hit me harder than any IED I encountered in Iraq. "Strength and Honor" TILL WE MEET AGAIN BROTHER TOM!"
SFC Stafford of Boyne City

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WHEN YOU CRY; I CRY TOO.
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I FEEL YOUR PAINS;

I FEEL YOUR SORROW,

I FEEL YOUR GRIEF;

I FEEL YOUR SADNESS,

I FEEL WHAT YOU ARE
FEELING TOO;

FOR WHEN YOU CRY,
I CRY TOO.

AND IT HURTS TO SEE
ANOTHER BROTHER ARE
A SISTER OF MINE
DYING OUT ON THE
BATTLEFIELD;

THE WHOLE WORLD IS
A BATTLEFIELD FOR
ALL OF THE SOLDIERS
AND POLICEMEN
AND FIREMEN TOO,

THEY SAY THAT GOD
HIMSELF ALSO WEEP
WHEN WE DIE.

YES I FEEL YOUR
PAINS;

YES I FEEL YOUR
SORROW,

YES I FEEL YOUR
GRIEF;

YES I FEEL YOUR
SADNESS,

YES I FEEL WHAT
YOU ARE FEELING
TOO;

AND YES FOR WHEN
YOU CRY, I CRY
TOO.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS MO.

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YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
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I'LL CLING ON TO YOUR LOVE
IN MY HEART;

I WON'T LET GO OF YOUR LOVE
IN MY HEART,

YOUR LOVE WILL REMAIN IN MY
HEART FOREVER;

I'LL HOLD ON TO YOUR LOVE
SO TIGHTLY AS THOUGH IT WAS
MADE OF GOLD,

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE MY
TREASURE;

I'LL SEAL UP YOUR LOVE
IN MY HEART,

I'LL CHERISH YOUR LOVE IN MY
HEART FOREVER;

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE MY
KEEPSAKE IN MY HEART,

NOT EVEN DEATH ITSELF CAN
SEPARATE YOUR LOVE IN MY
HEART;

AND I WON'T LET YOUR LOVE
WITHER OR FADE AWAY IN MY
HEART,

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS LINGER
ON AND ON IN MY HEART;

YOUR LOVE WILL ALWAYS BE IN
MY HEART FOREVER.


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Charles H. Miranda of ST. LOUIS. MO.

"Thank you Daddy for loving your country and loving your family. You spent 3 1/2 years in a POW CAMP in Japan from 1942-1945 and managed to make it home alive - a lot thinner but alive. You are and always will be my Hero! God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so he put his arms around you and whispered "come to me." I hope you and Peggie are together now making up for lost time. It makes me so happy to know you are together again. With all my heart, your daughter, Mary."
Mary Somerfield-Martz of Helendale, Ca USA

"never forget what you all have done.amazing people that gave everythink for there country. corporal walker
2 rifles
british army"

"I just wanted to say thank you soldiers men and women.I had a wonderful nephew. He was killed 3-11-07.He was 20 years old.He was the best nephew,son,brother and grandson& uncle.We love you Little.PFC John F Landry.Love Auntie Rae"
Rae Tallent of Lowell,Ma Usa

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FOLLOW THE RAINBOW TO HEAVEN.
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A Soldier had die out on the
battlefield;

Broken hearts are weeping For
Them,

But take comfort of knowing
that God had sent Them a
rainbow from heaven;

The Souls of the Soldiers
have gone to there home
in heaven,

Our Loved One's has follow
God's lovely rainbow in the
sky;

All the way to the end of the
sky.

That leads all the way to the
other end of the Lord's
house in heaven,

So just keep on praying and
trust that God will send us
that same rainbow in the sky;

Where Our Loved One's are
waiting For You and For Me at
the end of the rainbow in
heaven.

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Charles H. Miranda of Affton. Mo.

"Semper Fi. Thanks for sticking it out with 2/5. Your presnce was a blessing. A true American Hero, bro"
DJ of PA

"I would like to honor the fallen heroes by sharing with their loved ones the poem I wrote based on my own near death experience:

WHERE ARE YOU NOW?

It’s been a long time since I saw you last.
I remember how we used to laugh and cry, talk and play.
Been with you was so much fun!
Now I feel how much I really miss you.

Sometimes when I lay down in bed I think of you.
I remember the fun times we spent together and I wonder
if someone is there with you sharing a laugh or two.
Where are you now?

Where am I now you ask?
Well, let me tell you…….
I’m in a place of love and joy
A place of music and lights.

I didn’t feel sad or lost or had any fear when I left
Because when I closed my eyes for the last time
My soul went to this beautiful place
Where I felt I was in my new loving home.

It was like there were two front doors in our house
One next to the other, and when my eyes closed
The first door closed too but the second one opened
And led me to this beautiful new world.

When I died I felt warm and fuzzy and happy.
I was excited to be in this new place of music and lights
And after a while I new that one day I’ll see you again
When you too come to this beautiful place.

We now live in two different worlds
Being so far apart we can’t see each other like before
For now I will be your invisible friend and
Silently I’ll laugh and cry and play with you.

For now I will be in your heart and in your memories
Think of me and I’ll be there with you
Smile when you remember me
And you will feel that I’m smiling back at you.

Don’t cry because I’m not around anymore
Be happy that we had each other for a while
Live your life with joy and love
And trust yourself to be the best that you can be.

I love you forever and will wait for the day
When we can be together again
In this wonderful place of music and lights
where I am now waiting for you.
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By Ingrid Buraczenski, copyright2008
heavenandback78@hotmail.com"
Ingrid Buraczenski of Ponca Cy, Oklahoma

"I miss you man"
DJ

"It takes a brave and strong loving caring person to do the things you guys have done many people take there life for granted when yall getin life taken away for us i have the up most respect and i send my condolences to all the families who has lost a love one cause i lost my first cousin staff sdt kendall waters-bey im still trying to get over it much respect to fallen men and women"
Trinia of BaltoMD

"2009 and I continue to have you and your famiy in my prayers. I still remember when Artie and Jessica arrived at school with their new little one ovewhelmed with emotions... Artie you have made people proud and i'm greatful for what you have done for us."
Virginia (Vicky) Arzola of El Paso, TX

"Spc Marlon Jackson, I still have not forgotten about you brother. I like to say hello to Vanessa Selby, Lois La Grenade, and father, Leighton Jackson. Khabir, your mentor and brother was a good man, friend and Soldier. God bless to you all."
SFC Pitre, Greg A of Heidelberg, Germany

"What up boy...woke up this morning in was thinkiing about you...yeah I knw I ain't gay..but anyways miss you a lot dog...its been some time now since you been gone a lot has change you knw with all of us...but for some reason I knw you up there looking down shaken at most in smiling a little hear in there...but you will forever be in my heart in on my mind godbless in tell tupac I said what up."
F. Joseph Bernard III of MoVal CA

"Thank You!!!"
Theresa Conde of Orlando, Fl

"thank you to all who gave all, you will never be forgotten ----- God bless you all --"
Mille Harris-Hickey, mother of Joshua W. Harris, KIA Afghanistan 9-17-08 of Romeoville, IL, USA

"Awesome military tribute:
www.myspace.com/marchalli"
Marchalli of StL, MO USA

"Gone but not and never forgotten.Your memory will always be with me and that terrible night will haunt me to the day I die.Your Scorpion brother,SGT Ellison George
P.S. May God help and protect your daughter Lillian through her life."
Sgt Ellison George of Franklin,PA/USA

"I always wondered what I would find if I googled my own name, and I was proudly directed to this site. Reading all the messages of friends,colleugess, and family it is profound to say that THE Sean Grimes is not only an American Hero but someone that truly put others ahead of himself. The story of the young lady who lost her hair and had Sean there to comfort her was amazing. As a fellow Sean Grimes, I hope that I can aspire to carry on the name in some form or fashion. God bless the SEAN GRIMES!"
Sean Grimes of Denver, Colorado

"collier u will be loved from everyone here noing u fought fo us ...
and i will never forget u. :) -jackie-................."
jackie delgado- of mchenery

"Bob, Cherry, thank you for being there for us when Zach was attacked.. We are still struggling with many aspects... would love to talk to you again..
penny, jerry"
penny myers of Delaware,ohio,USA

"Cory was my best friend and I ws there when he fell. This is to his parents, please contact me as soon as you can I lost my phone and everyones information. Cory will always be missed."
Daniel of Fairfax, VA

"Thanks, To everyone who knew my brother and love him just as much as we do. I know he touch many of hearts and he will always be with us through his memory. My family thank everyone for all there prayers and thoughtful gifts. Its hard to lose some one but it taught us to live life to the fullest and enjoy it while you can!! If you ever want to contact me my email it is sunshine@gmail.com or andersonmarykay26@yahoo.com"
Carletta anderson of Florence,SC, 29501

"I will always remember their sacrifice."
Ken Hines of Alexandria, VA

"What's up Morgan!! Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. You inspire just as much now as before. I keep your photo up in my office and converse with you as we often did back in Memphis. Thank you for being you and for being my friend. I miss you."
Rodney Scaife of Fairfax, VA

"Here is a song that I wrote in honor of ALL fallen Hero's
It is calle A Soldiers Last Ride Just Copy and Paste this addressee
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFqpW-D9Bx0"
Dustin Clark of High Ridge Mo, 63049

"You dont know me but I just wanted say thank you. I happened upon this memorial and it saddens me to know that such a brave lost his life fighting for what the rest of us take for granted everyday. You lost your life fighting for me and everybody like me and because of that I am humbled and honored to know that someone as great as you, whom I never knew gave everything for all of us. Thank You"
Chris

"Tony just wanted to say i miss you not a day passes where i just wish i could have hugged you longer when we said goodbye. I know someday we will see eachother again."
Ashley of Rochester NY

"My wife, three daughters and I keep you in our prayers and know our brave warriors are doing the heavy lifting for us all. God bless you."
keith s krummenacher of St. Louis, Missouri

"adam,
thers not a day that goes bye that i dont think of you. I really miss you. we where childhood friends.i cant explain how much pain i feel of your lost. you grew up in a tuff environment,no father nobody to look up to then came lee ur Big Brother.i remember going out every weekend to eat with you both.i know god is now wathching over in haven.i love you and miss you so much. one of your best friends mike murph"
michael murphy of manchester,nh,usa

"Hello, everyone. I am part of "The Mission Continues," a nonprofit that empowers wounded and disabled veterans to serve in their communities. We always need more volunteers to do letter writing campaigns, tributes for fallen soldiers, and service projects in honor of our fellows. Please check us out at www.missioncontinues.org to find out how you can help!"
Rhiannan Price of St. Louis, MO

"Thank you for defending our Country.... my uncle died in iraq roll over 2004... spc michael a. martinez. army national guard 248th in ct"

"Can You add my son Corpsman Dustin Burnett killed in Afghanistan 06/20/2008. He was with 2/7 Marine Unit out of 29 palms and they lost 19 boys during their deployment. My email address is militarymomscoloradoriver@yahoo.com"
Debbie Nuchols Gold Star Mom of Corman Dustin K. Burnett KIA 6/20/08 of Bullhead City, AZ

"Jake,
5 years already! WOW, time sure flies. Just thought I would let you know that I still think of you all the time. I know you watch over me, I can hear your laugh quite often! Keep watching and enjoy the show, it is sure to be better!"
Stephanie of Medical Lake

"Thank you to everyone who has served and are now fallen, because you have given me the liberty and the rights to live here today. Words will never express my gratitiude. Thanks so much! crayonppl@aol.com"
Zach'ry Harshbarger of Richmond, IN 47374 U.S.A.

"”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Mothers of our heroes, please be aware that the Project Compassion sponsors will now help cover the costs of the portraits for you to have one - regardless if the spouse of the hero has one or not!
Contact us directly at PSpec. Adriana N. Salem
rojectcompassion@manti.com or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Project Compassion
P.O. Box 153
Manti, Utah 84642"
Kenna _ Project Compassion of Manti, Utah USA

"We miss you uncle travis!!! Hope your doing fine in heaven Luv the Levi's...and your niece Bridgette"
Bridgette Levi of Las Vegas, NV

"hi daddy"
ashley

"I wanted to say thank you for all you do! I understand far to well what its like to leave your family and love one! Just know u are loved and missed.."
danielle of cleveland, ohio

"I did not know any of you personally, but I have two small children and I wanted to thank you and your brave families for giving them the gift of Freedom. I promise I will raise my children to honor your memories and to cherish the nation that you protected. May our Lord Bless you and the ones that you held dear. You will all be together again soon. Life is but a vapor. Until then,from the bottom of a mother's heart, Thank You."
Tiffani Price of Humble, Texas

"We will always remember. James, you are our hero. Never forgotton. Always in our hearts. I spoke to the kids today about 9/11 and your fight for peace. Hopefully one day they will tell their kids and they will tell their kids. Freedom is NOT free. Thank you, James. We love and miss you, buddy! Love, Aunt Janet"
Janet Flint of Leesburg, Florida/USA

"I just watched A great movie honoring one of my fallen brother's. Remember, always that Chance did not die in vain, he died for his country and his love for the Corp. and for that he will always be remembered. To his parents thank you for a true blessing, a son,a brother, a friend and a true "Devil Dog" in every since of the word. Behalf of myself and my family, Thank you for your sacarfice of my fallen Marine bother.

V/R
Former Marine 3RD MAW-H&HS CO. CAMP PENDLETON, CA.
"Sempri Fi"
SGT. Martinez J.J"
J.J MARTINEZ of IMPERIAL BEACH, CA.

"I salute all the soldiers and sailors who so bravely guard our country,,,I am a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. To my friend who was killed in Iraq on May 16th, 2003...Master Sergeant William Payne....I will greet you with a salute when we meet again. God Bless you all."
Ronnie Marks of Otsego, Michigan

"PFC ROCKHOLD i wear your band with pride..."
jamie of yuma, az

"i was in iraq around the same time but we never met(that i can rember), about a week ago i ordered a new kia braclet and i got yours bro i was wounded 15 days after your kia date .. i wear your band with pride now.... thank you brother...."
jamie of yuma, az

"I would like to thank God and thank the parents of SFC Jared Monti; thank them for allowing us the pleasure of knowing Jared. I was Jared's Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course instructor and I am honored to have been given the chance to work with him. We were not only Soldiers in arms but friends as well. Mr. and Mrs Monti, thank you for raising such a great man. We are all blessed for having known him. May God forever bless you and your family."
SFC Jackie Dunn (retired) of Lawton, OK.

"HEY MY HERO . MY ANGEL I AM HERE AT HOME LOOKING AT SOME PICS OF WHEN ME AND YOU WERE LITTLE . I MISS U SO SO MUCH AND WILL NEVER FORGET ALL THE MOMENTS.IT HAS BEEN REALLY HARD,I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY.AS YEARS GO BY IT STILL GETS HARDER AND HARDER THIS PAIN WILL NEVER GO AWAY.I WANTED YOU TO KNOW HOW PROUD I AM TO HAVE A BROTHER LIKE YOU AND HOW LUCKY I WAS TO GROW UP WHITH SUCH AN IMPORTANT PERSON LIKE YOU. THANK YOU GOD FOR GIVING ME THE CHANCE TO BE JOSE ANGEL GARIBAY'S SISTER " "RIP" MY HERO thank you for your sacrifice god bless you always. thank you every body for your support may god bless you all always.MAY GOD GIVE STRENGTH TO ALL THE FAMILIS THAT LOST THERE LOVED ONES. I EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO ALL.GOD BLESS YOU ARRON AND RICHARD.THANK YOU FOR EVERY THING YOU GUYS DID FOR MY BROTHER.AND FOR BEING THERE FOR HIM WHEN HE NEEDED YOU."
crystal garibay of orange county

"another 3 have left us 2 today as 1 arrives home in the uk i think lives are worth a lot more i am thnking what i have been telling anyone that would listen there is a 3rd way know one my thikging may be out there 3rd way means kown more killing of ourselves we have know ememys 2 all womenkind and m
ankind
we should be leaders of hary patch and ask them through talks and the lives on earth war did not work one hundred years ago the 3rd way is my only hope i am the founder of the 3rd way but know 1 is listening peace know more wars 3rd way is a dream of every one of us my email is darrenjones54@yaoo.com"
darren jones of england

"Frantz,

Keep Soldiering my man! We are still fighting this war that you know best. We love and miss you man! All of us who served in Baghdad with you will never forget the day you paid the ultimate sacrifice! You will never be forgotten by your brothers in arms, and always know that we are still getting revenge for you down here on this what we call earth. To the family of the man Frantz stay strong our Soldier is still here with us and he is still serving his country on a daily basis as he loved to do! He is still getting revenge for what those horrible people have taken from us I can personaly guarantee this! We miss you killer! Long Live the Spartans and the Warriors"
SSG Auton of Germany

"”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,660 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at Projectcompassion@manti.com or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna"
Project Compssion- Kenna of Manti, Utah USA

"my brother sgt 1st class william bennett is one of the fallen heroes he was killed in iraq 9/12/03. i am very blessed to have a brother who loved me enough to lay down his life for me. and i feel the same for all his fellow heroes who have done the same. to all the other families of fallen heroes my love and thoughts are with you may god bless and keep you."
rosie funkhouser of baker wv usa

"To all of the fallen soldiers and their families, may God grant you peace and all of His tender mercies."

"To our angel Jose Antonio Gutierres and his family.
I was whatching a documental and was so touched to see how Jose was searching for love, the message a received, was that his life was not short, for as we know, God has a purpose and time with us all, The time Jose had in this earth was the time God had secured for him, and I as a believer of Gods Promise, believe in my heart, that our brother in Chirst, Jose accomplished the Lords work in this land. I lift my heart to our Lord in prayers for all of us, giving thanks to our Lord for the gift of Jose antonio Gutierrez. Amen"
Martha E. Bisono of New York

"I served with Ivica Jerak during Desert Storm, while assigned to 690th Medical Co., Ft. Benning, GA from 90 until 92. He was my section SGT, he was a mentor, a teacher, and a "Highly Motivating Soldier. RIP RANGER, SF Soldier"
D. Evans of Slidell, La

"”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,600 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at Projectcompassion@manti.com or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna"
Kenna - Project Compassion of Manti, Utah USA

"You are gone but not forgotten! RIP"

"To all the families of their Fallen Heroe.
My prayers for the Lord to bless you and help you through this horrible time in life have been heard and you shall soon find peace and understanding of why our merciful God has chosen your loved one at this time to serve in Heaven.
Mona Sebastien-- "Gold Star Mom""
Mona Sebastien of Opelousas, LA 70577

"To everyone who lost a family member on November 2 2003 my condolences goes out to you all. I still can't seem to shake that moment it had happen. I love you all. BLOOD AND STEEL!! 6/25/09 /0527HOURS"
SPC.JOHNSON of Savannah, Georgia

"I'm sorry dad you got killed I will always remember you by your medals Your Son Christian"
Christian of Kahoka,MO

"I'm so sorry it had to end this way I'll always remember you I love you and I miss you very much. Your Daughter Soliga"
Soliga Burkhardt of Kahoka,MO

"lee this is me. this has has taken me so long to confront the emptiness of your laugh your smile your warm hugs. you have shown me the subtle ways to take on life and its many obstacles. i remember the last time i saw you. i was inside inside grandmas house, and i saw your black dodge pull up. i walked outside and you were changing a tire. for no no reason i walked up to you and even though you were busy i told you that "i love you wayne." it caught you by surprise but that was something that you always expected from family so you smiled. i love you and miss you soo much.i never would have thought that was the last hug you would ever give me. i remember the day when you, sho, and i were sittin at lover's lane lookin out at luke, smilin and laughin lovin life and enjoyin brotherly love. the time we ran from the cops in my colt and sittin at the foothills just laughin at the cops. you are deeply missed. i have two daughters now, mykal michelle and tsalie lee. they both know their uncle with great respect and admiration. you will and forever be our ARMY OF ONE! I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU BROTHER TIL WE MEET AGAIN. chris"
chris lee of luke, az

"To the family of Gregory L. Wahl. Thank you for all you do to bring honor and remembrance to our fallen soldiers. May you have peace in knowing we shall never forget the sacrifice of your dear Gregory."
Judy C. Campbell of Wilmington, DE

"SSG Petrekin was a kindred spirit. No matter how bad it was or what was going on I never saw him down on himself, his men, or his country. It was a pleasure to serve with him."
WR DeWare of Tyler Tx

"Guess I will never stop missing you! HAppy Early birthday my love."

"May God Bless you all."
Leila Shipman of Texas

"May God bless our fallen heros"

"We will never forget you David you live in our thoughts, in our memories you were a part of our lives. We grew up together you were so goofy you always made me laugh even when I was sad, you were always the smartest one of the bunch that's for sure. We love you & I know your shinning down on us from heaven. Thank you for you sacrifice. We love you and we will always remember your bravery........."
Lucy Garza of Port Isabel Texas

"Brother you were my best friend. I will always miss you and think about you constantly. Sorry you couldn't attend my wedding , but i know you were watching from above. I wore my t- shirt with your picture on it under my blues @ the wedding. I know we will meet again, in the next life so untill then brother... Semper Fi"
CPL Weir, Ricky H of Atlanta, Ga. USA

"Thank you to all those men and women who have given their lives for our country, and to those who are still fighting. It is thanks to you my children will have real heros! Thank you to the families who stand behind these great men and women. Thank you and God bless."
Pierce Family of Idaho

"To our son Cpl. Dale E. Fracker Jr. who is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we are so very proud of you and all of the brave men and women who have fought and died for our great country. And one day we will all be together in heaven with our Heavenly Father, and Mama and I love and miss you so very much. And anyone who would like to contact my wife and I may at dale.fracker@yahoo.com."
Dale E. Fracker Sr. of California

"I KNOW THAT YOU ARE RESTING IN PEACE MY LITTLE COUSIN. THIS IS YOUR UNCLE JOE.HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY."
SFC MAZAGWU, JOSEPH of MIAMI, FL

"In honor and in memory of brave women and men who put their lives at risk, and for their families who also make huge sacrifices, in order to provide all the comforts and freedoms that I enjoy and take for granted all too often, saying thank you doesn't seem to be enough, but I say it with a very grateful heart. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You."
Liz of Pittsburgh, PA

"dear alex morgan iknow how much you miss your dad i know someone who loss a dad it was lily and noah hines their father tim hines died in washington dc from nemuion and he was in car bomb over in Irauq it was hard on lilly and noah to losehim."
jessica hester of cincinnati, ohio

"On this Memorial Day
Me and my two little sisters would like
to say thank you to all the
familys who lost a loved one.
Thank you for your sacrifice.
We will never forget.
We pray for you every day.
We pray for the troops that are
overseas right now.
Come home safely."
of Wyoming

"dwight morgan you are my hero and thank you serving our coutry god bless america."
jessica hester of cincinnati, oh

"Dwight j. morgan thank you for serving for our county god belss america."
jessica of cincinnati, oh

"As an Army Recruiter who speak to thousands of Americans each year, it seems to me that most people think Freedom was purchased at Walmart. Low price, convinient, and close to your house. For those of us who shared a foxhole far away from home, who lost a brother in arms, Freedom has a different taste. Let's remember every day gave us that Freedom. Remember those who gave it all!"
SFC Martinez Gabriel A of Jacksonville, FL

"Ever since I was a young child, I would always, for some reason unbeknownst to me, cry on memorial day. My dad, a Vietnam vet, would talk to me and explain that I would cry because I was very thankful for their sacrifice.

As I am now thirty years old I realize that not only is this true, but I feel an awful sense of emptiness- especially when I puruse the list of fallen sons, daughters, husbands, wives, moms and dads who are younger than I. And I think about where I was when I was 22, 23, 24, 25 years old and of the things I had seen and experienced at those ages.

If I could give those years back and in so doing restore to the living those same children who so bravely and selflessly sacrificed all...I would do it in a heartbeat.

But I realize that that can never happen. And so, to those families who feel the burning emptiness that is the loss of a loved one on the field of battle, I offer the long forgotten words included in a letter to Mrs. Bixby in Boston, MA many years ago:
***
Dear Madam,--

I have been shown in the files of the War Department a statement of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts that you are the mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle.

I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save.

I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.

Yours, very sincerely and respectfully,

A. Lincoln
***

On this the most solemn of our national holidays, I ask that the good Lord above be with you."
Jeff of Barker, NY

"To the family of Staff Sgt. Russell Slay: This Memorial Day I am thinking of Russell and his selfless sacrifice. My prayers are with you, his family, and hope that you have found some peace."
Kellie of Humble

"I think all the messages here
have said it for me.
Freedom isn't free and I am sorry
for your loss.
I thank you for the sacrifice
you made to keep our country free.
We can sleep knowing that someone
somewhere stands the wall to keep
us safe.
My family proudly served our country and would do it again if called.
Some made the ultimate sacrifice
in Vietnam and other places
and my heart goes out to those
who have lost loved ones especially
in IraQ,and Afganastian.
Sorry for the spelling.
I am honored to help other Veterans
and their families at our Veteran
state colition meetings
representating Native American Veterans.
I pray for every service member and
their families.
I am sorry for your loss and want
you to know that the families of
past conflicts and wars support
you and are there for you in time
of need.
Even though things were different
then we all still family and we
need to encourage and support each
other and see each other through
the tough times.
We hope we can be there for you
if you need us.
My prayers and thought are with you.
We have a strong support system
in Brevard County, Florida and a
Veterans State Colition that works for
Veterans and their families.
We honor Veterans and their families
especially every year at our Vietnam and All Veterans especially at the opening and closing ceremonies at our wall in
April in Melbourne,Florida."
Ranaie Morningstar of Cocoa,Florida, U.S.A.

"To all our Service Man and Women, Thank You for all your dedication to your country. The time away from your loved ones do not go unnoticed. As I lay myself to go to sleep at night, I am so grateful to have you protecting me and my family. Please know all your sacrifises do not go unnoticed. Because of you we live in the greatest country in the world. May God bless you and all your familes!"
Brian D. Bartholomew of Boca Raton, Florida USA

"We will never forget the sacrifice of Karl or your family."
Teri & Jamie of Chester, VA

"Former SPC Barrera Hey brother I still remember the day we were ambushed our bradley came under fire we dismounted left and supress the fire to get to the buildings near by thank for your service and for your bravery"
William Barrera of Los Angeles, CA

"Hey i can;t believe this is the first time i am writing on here i think about you everyday and cry and i can;t believe i never got to tell you good bye and that is the worst thing that kills me i will always remember the fight we got in before you left and i wish that it would have never happened
**Katie says hello**
]I love you foreva and always
(HTTW LOL)"
Kelly Dale of Berlin PA

"To all who have lost a loved one in conflict, I want you to know that I teach my three daughters how important your loss is to our freedom. We pray for your loss and want you to know what it means to us every day. My family will not forget what you have given us, and we keep you in our daily prayers. God bless you."
Keith Krummenacher of St. Louis, Missouri

"Unselfishly, you left your fathers and your mothers, You left behind your sisters and your brothers. Leaving your beloved children and wives, You put on hold your dreams, your lives. On foreign soil, you found yourself planted To fight for those whose freedom you granted. Without your sacrifice, their cause would be lost But you carried onward, no matter the cost. Many horrors you had endured and seen. Many faces had haunted your dreams. You cheered as your enemies littered the ground You cried as your brothers fell all around. When it was over, you all came back home, Some were left with memories to face all alone Some found themselves in the company of friends As their crosses cast shadows across the land. Those who survived were forever scarred Emotionally, physically, permanently marred. Those who did not, now sleep eternally Beneath the ground they had given their lives to keep us free. With a hand upon my heart, I feel The pride and respect my reverence is revealed In the tears that now stream down my upturned face As our flag waves above you, in her glory and grace. Freedom was the gift that you unselfishly gave Pain and death was the price that you ultimately paid. Every day, I give my utmost admiration To those who had fought to defend our nation. ~Author Unknown~"
William Taylor of Bonita Springs, Fl.

"i really miss my brother a lot but i pray for my brother every night.lord knows i miss him.its really hard for me.but hes gone and i will miss him very much."
Iesha of jeanerette

"My prayers are for the heroes and family members.
You are all courageous and strong. I feel for your losses and know that God will prevail in the end.
Thanks to all of our servicemen and women."
Roberta Schick of Pittsburgh, Pa.

"I LOVE MY LITTEL BROTHER I WILL ALL WAY REMEBER YOU IN MINE AND IN MY HEART I NOT GOING TO FOR GET YOU MY LITTEL BROTHER I LOVE YOU BROTHER."
JOSE.G.MARTIR of MILTON PA NORTHUMBERLAND

"i am so sorry you died i know your name will carry on.i was looking for my family tree and found i am related to you well you are my hero."
hannah laskowski of bosie idaho

"It has been over five years since I lost you. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Your face is engraved in my mind. You will always have my heart. It hurts so much living life without you. At times I thought I was going crazy. All I am trying to do is live my life, but there are certain people who have been mean and saying mean things about us while they hide behind their computer screens as the cowards they are. They want to criticize a relationship they truly know nothing about. I find peace in remembering that what we shared was only about us. This one girl who continues to speak badly of us while hiding behind her computer in peachtree city,georgia doesnt know the first thing about what it means to lose your best friend. It is a tragic loss and a very painful one. But that's okay my love. This love is between us. Only you and me babe. You are sacred in my heart. Until we meet again."

"This is justin loughran's brother on the third annavisery of his death just wanted to say that I miss u more than ever there was so many things that we never got to do and so many things that I never got to say to u but just wanted to say u may be gone but never forgotten"
anthony loughran of holyoke,ma usa

"I have been here before, and the dog tags for Dominic Hinton are with his Aunt Rose. I ride in the Illinois freedom rum, out of Chicago. We receive replica dog tags of service men who have been killed. I do have dog tags of a Christopher Raymond DeGiovine 25 years old. If any family member would like them contact me at gmabetts-3@comcast.com I would be glad to send them. I am sure that this would mean a lot to someone. Thank you"
Betty Beckley of Burbank, Illinois/USA

"Crazy, your death has truly made me crazy. I loved you and you loved our country. I tried to talk you out of it but it was impossible. I hope you know how I felt, how I loved you, how I still love you. All the songs, pictures, all the drinks hurt me. You hurt me. I feel like you did this to me. It hurts me but now when the military salutes, I salute. I have given the gift for my country. I hope you know, I have suffered. I know you never meant to hurt me. I know that's why you called me but it stil hurts. It will always hurt. Thank you for trying to make it right; no one knows, just us. I love you in some crazy way until the day I die!"
Rugby Angel of Malden, MA

"I wear purple,pinks and yellows, as he wears his army greens. He walks in combat boots, while I'm walking in jeans.as I slowly get weaker he stands harder than a stone. He's fighting off this war, while I'm waiting back home. You can see the determination in his eyes, and feel the strength in his heart. He's the strongest man you know, even while your apart. You miss him like crazy, but wouldn't have it any other way. While he's fighting for us we fight to stay okay. He's the pride that I feel and the love that I hold. He's the greatestashlee story, of strength and wisdom ever told. So I'll stand by his side, and silently stay out of the way. As my United States solider, fights for the U.S. of A."
Ashlee Clements of West Allis Wis

"God bless you Jimmy Shawn and your very loving family. Thank you for your service to our country."
Amy of central IL

"It was an honor to serve with your son.
God bless you and your familiy.
Semper Fi
Panther 3."
Sgt Dwight Gray of West Palm Beach Florida

"Butler, it is your old teamleader SGT Berry I am sorry that I lost touch with you and LoCurto. I am sad to hear of your passing but I now know you are in a better place. I remember that is was you and LoCurto that help me be strong when I thought I was weak over in IRAQ."
Kevin Berry of Augusta GA

"my prayers goes to the family of ben colgan who died in iraqi,colgan you are my hero and the proud of the entire america nations,as well as other fallen heroes,may your soul rest in peace"
Richard of BIAFRAN LAND"
Richard of BIAFRAN LAND,richardronald2010@yahoo.com

"Every Friday afternoon, from 12-1pm, a group of retired (and occasionally active) Veterans gather at Monument Terrace here in Lynchburg, Va. to show support for our troops serving far from home. This "rally" has been going for over 380 consecutive weeks! Rain or shine, hot or cold...nothing prevents the gathering. I joined them, having never served in the military, a few months ago; And I've been hooked. I plan to see it through until the last troops come home. It isn't about politics either. No matter what your stand is on the reasons for going to war, everyone is welcome. I'll be flying my flag this Friday for Jim Cathey. This is an open invitation for all to join us (we usually number between 20-30 flags). Check it out on youtube...just look up Monument Terrace Rally...Or check out the "Running Color Guard" from the Virginia Ten Miler. We run for the Troops as well. It's on youtube under "Patriotic Flag Run", I carry the National 9-11 Rememberance Flag. THANK YOU !!!!"
Pete of Lynchburg, Va

"May God through his Son, Jesus the Christ and the power of his Holy Spirit lift up the hearts of all the families of those who served our great country, that have paid the ultimate sacrifice in laying their lives upon the alter of freedom. My Brothers and Sisters in uniform are at rest in the Lord. May they all return in glory with our King
Jesus. And peace reigns forever more."
L/CPL Mark Kerrick of Iliinois, USA

"I really APPRECIATE the Service and Troops. Their Sacrifices. so I donate my website in tribute to our Troops.
www.myspace.com/michael_1701
Feel Free to visit and share"
Michael Friddle of crawfordville, Fl. USA

"Vermont hasnt been the same with out you Bean. I still remember you chearing me up by telling stories of shooting frogs in the firld out in Charlotte. Im not great with endings so Ill say this, Ill catch up with you in a while"
Peter McClary of Charlotte Vt

"THANK YOU, YOUR CHOICE TO DEFFEND OUR FREEDOM IS REWARDED AND REMEMBERD EVERY TIME A CHILD IS BORNE INTO FREEDOM. THE FALLEN WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN."
ANTHONY J. BRONZENE of CORINTH,NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

"After watching the movie Taking Chance, I just needed to thank GOD and for all of the Chance Phelps that serve and fight for my liberty and right to pursue happiness!! Phelps family please accept my condolensces for the sacrifice of your son, I do not pretend to know you sadness but my heart breaks for you. and all the families with children in harms way. At 46 yrs old and seeing the changes in my time I certainly realize more than ever how important it is that young men and women are willing to lay down their lives for our freedom!!"
Scott Bishop of Bowie, Texas USA

"After watching the movie Taking Chance, I can still remember and honor my father, and all the military by quoting a HINDUS phrase:
'God is the shadow player and we are the puppets, but at night when rhe scene is finished,he puts us all in the same box, the good puppets and the bad ones.'
May God bless all our sevice men and God bless AMERICA."
WILLIAM GLASS of SOMERS POINT, NEW JERSEY

"my dad is brandon"
madelyn dronet of u.s.a

"i miss my dad"
madelyn dronet of usa

"The Human Cost of War- I went for a long trip over the weekend. It was my nieces 6th birthday. She was born 7 days before her dad was deployed to Iraq. It was the only time they would spend together. The last time I talked to my brother, was 6 years ago today. He called with great news and bad news all at the same time. He wanted to tell me his first child, a little girl was born. He said his mom was there and that she cried. He said the birth was truly a miracle and his wife was amazing. He was a very proud father and he had always loved kids so I knew he would be a very hands on dad. Then he told me that he was being deployed and was leaving in a few days. My heart sank and we talked about what it all meant. He said that he had been training for this for 5 years and it was his job. He told me not to worry. We exchanged several emails before he actually left and then he was gone to Iraq. I kept in touch with his wife while he was gone and starting in October we were really excited because he was coming home the next month. Well, he came home early because he was KIA around the end of October. I met my neice for the first time in the parking lot of a funeral home in Arlington Virginia, she was 7 months old. I met her mom for the first time standing in front of my brothers coffin a little while later when we entered the funeral home.
Shortly after her 4th birthday, I traveled again to see my niece. This time I was also there to attend her mothers funeral. Her mom had passed on after years of struggling with severe PTSD and all of the evil that comes with it. Once again, we traveled to D.C. and buried her there with her husband, my brother. Section 60.
So it was great to see my niece she is a beautiful 6 year old with both her parents wonderfully woven all through her. It was also very emotional for me, I feel like she has been cheated of so much. I feel like we all have. My parents, my sister in laws parents, my niece especially and all of the families who live with situations like this. My heart breaks for the Gold Star Mothers and Fathers and Families."

"He's five foot two
And he's six feet four
He fights with missiles and with spears
He's all of thirty-one
And he's only seventeen
He's been a soldier for a thousand years.

He's the one who gives his body
As a weapon of the war,
And without him all this killin' can't go on.

He's the universal soldier
And he really is to blame
His orders come from far away no more
They come from here and there
And you and me
And brothers, can't you see?
This is not the way we put the end to war."
Peacemaker of Atlantis

"I have moments ago completed watching Taking Chance. I did not understand the title until the end but the depth of what it meant, and the sacrifice which was made by a young man who seemed so fearless and unselfish was completely admirable. He was truly a role model worthy of being called a leader because of the impact that he made in so many persons lives. GOD BLESS and KEEP YOU CHANCE! You will NEVER be forgotten, not only by a nation but by a WORLD!"
Shanalee Smith of Nassau, Bahamas

"I just saw the movie Taking Chance on HBO for the secound time today and never had a movie touch my heart and soul in such a way. I feel as if I knew Chance in someway. God Bless you Chance and all the Heros who have put there lives on the line to protect us and give us our freedom day in and day out! THANK YOU!!"
Jay Dee of Canandaigua,NY

"I just got done reading the book Final Salute and got this web site from the book. Just wanted to say to all of the many men and women who fought for us all, Thank You, and to all that lost a loved one in this war, my heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to you all. God Bless the USA."
Deanna Hughes of Ponca, Ne/USA

"This Was My Uncle Casey It Was So Sad Cause I Was 5 Years OLd"
Mercades of Susanville

"Hey J.T.:

This is the first time I ever went on this site
to leave a message. It is just so beautiful seeing
and reading such touching stories relating to
"Our Brave Hero."

You will forever remain in our hearts.

Suzanne & Robert Amitrano"
Suzanne L. Amitrano of New Milford, NJ

"I just saw the movie Taking Chance. This movie reminds me of guys I knew when I was in Afganistan. Being a former soldier in the Canadian army, this movie touched me deeply. There would be no freedom; if it were not people like Chance Phelps serving in the military. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. The quote in the movie: If there were more people like Chance Phelps in the world , there wouldnèt be a need for a Marine Corp. Thank you for your son and his service. May God bless your family."
Lance of Calgary Canada

"I have seen the movie "Taking Chance" and I have read the story by Mike Strobl and I just want to say thank you to all of our military staff. We the American people can never repay you for your service and for all of our fallen heros for their lives. My prayers and thanks go out to all of you and your families.
Love and much appreciation,"
Faye Belcher of Burlington, Kansas

"God Bless you Pfc Chance Phelps and God Bless you ltCol Strobl .... we will meet in our promised land of peace"
P. Clark of las vegas

"God is with you and your family is in my prayers"
Loni Perez of Margate Florida

"There isn't a day I don't think about Melvin. When I retired from the Marine Corps I had a seat set to the side for him in his honor."
SSgt Barnes of Billings Mt

"Seven years ago my Sailor passed away just as we were retiring from the Navy and he liked two months having thirty years in the Navy..We loved ever day we were together and when he walked out the door with that proud walk, I was so proud of him..He will always be in my heart..NCCS/W Paul A. Sams"
Jo Ann Sams of Arkansas

"Dear Brother Jake aka grouchy smurf, I loved you man, you always had the courage and strength, never failed at anything. I'm glad I was your team leader the whole time I knew you. I had you since you were a private and watched you grow into a future leader. I remember the day I lost you bro, I wish they wouldnt have moved me off of reaper 3 that day, I would have been there for you. sue sponte brother, Reapers for life!!"
Ssg.Glover of Tx

"Trav,

I just found this site, so many years later. I've never really been able to express myself well with this type of thing...but I still think about you and your family. You were a great friend to me and I'll never forget it. I wish I knew what to say, but I hope that you know my thoughts are with you and your family."
Michael Berry of South Barre, Vermont

"COWBOY,IT'S FRIDAY MORNING I WOKE UP THINKING ABOUT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY;'MY COMPADRES & MY PRECIOUS' A MESSAGE TO YOU MY PRECIOUS;"I LOVE YOU PRECIOUS"!!!!!!!! YOUR NINA"
ROCIO RAMIREZ of EMMETT,IDAHO 83617

"MIke and his dear family,
Wow, it has been over three years ago since you passed. I will tell you it doesnt make it any easier. I finally have the courage to read through these without dropping a tear. Reading through all these messages brings back all that you were. YOU were the man and father, the man that we all try to be. Its a sad fact that you died on Fathers Day. Kind of ironic though, your kids have grown into such wonderful young adults. They are all so good looking and going the right direction. I cant believe it was so long ago when we were hanging out on Wiamaiha (sp) Bay, chasing kids off the rocks or keeping them from the undertoe. God, I miss you brother. Wish you were here to see it all going on. I know your watching and guiding all who knew you! I love you Mike and miss you! See you in a while."
Andrew Coy

"Brother
I was deeply disturb by your passing and sometimes I cry because you was my good friend out there! I loved you like a bro I light a candle every Sept 1st to remember you and also the fallen from Sept 11. I miss you and some day I'll see you again."
CHANG87 of Las Vegas Nv

"Jerry for 18 years I stood by your side as one of your Proud fellow Seabees. Our friendship saw us through many tough times. We stuck together as best friends do even as we depolyed to Iraq. In my heart I will live the pain that I failed to keep you safe an bring you home to your wife Gail. All I can say little buddie Is it will be with me forever."
Bu1 Proulx of Lyndon ILL

"My name was spc Shelley, I slept above Jesse, I got sent back two weeks before the bombing, of Jesse and the others. I offer my deepest sympathies to all those who knew Jesse. This has haunted me since it happened. I feel that it should have been me. If had not been for my wife, I would never had let this out. I do apologize for not being there to take his place seeing how it was my bunk that the mortar hit. I do deeply wish I had been there since I had no family. Jesse did have family and all I can pray for is that his family knows what he gave for his country and that he loved them SO much. It puts me in tears to write this. Everytime I hear the song green bereay... I think of Jesse! He sang it evey night. I am still haunted by this moment in my life. If anyone would like to contact me, reach me at crashem83_165@yahoo.com for venting or memoribled stories. I still to this day wish it had been been me and I pray that his wife and fanily are doing well."
Joshua Shelley of Loudon, TN

"I thinks that these servicemen and women do incredible things on a daily basis to try and stabilise the future of there loves ones and for the rest of us. To prvide a secure world a world free of terrorism, but for many heroic soldiers they sadly pass on, but to a better world a world that is intirely free from pain and grief.These men and women should never be forgotten,my prairs go out to all those who have lost love ones, and those who fear the bad news,may god be with you all.."
Ian newman of kent, England

"Happy Birth Day!!!"
SFC Roa of Vicenza, Italy

"Oh,gentile mother,for you,i am in war killing to who made never me badly.....i killed to who you said to be son of its enemy....i believed you and for you i left myself to be shot in the hell,many of my brothers are died the blood of then spilled is my tears took off you me of my family then,to i fired me to them already wanting to come back ....i fulfilled my mission,now, please it takes off me of this hell"
adored son of loved native land

"hello my son im so sorry i havent ben on your site im still wating for my comp, then i will fill in the blanks untell then i love you my beloved son mom"
cyndie miles of ont.ca.

"I just came across this. My name is Frank Schemm, Peter would have been my great uncle. My grandfather came from Dottenheim in 1897. Sorry to here of this loss, we all owe so much to those that gave so much."
Frank Schemm of Broken Arrow, OK

"All I can say is God bless and thank you."
Jaime of Andover, NH

"Our fallen will not be forgotten. The 1,643 "Sky Soldiers" of the 173d Airborne Brigade who died in Viet Nam and the 69 Sky Soldiers who died in Iraq and Afghanistan will be honored on the 173d Airborne Brigade National Memorial that will be built at Fort Benning, GA, "the home of the Airborne". Go to www.173dmemorial.org for updates and more information."
Raymond Ramirez of Whittier, CA, USA

"words cannot express how deeply touched iam by your loss. this is a true american hero,may god bless .thank you brad"
larry l bergeron of jeffersonville indiana usa

"Randy, you were only 19. You are an Amazing friend! I wish you would have gottan the help you needed after you got out of the military, but I will never forget the night of October 31, 2008, when I found out what happened to you. You were unhappy here, and now you are in a better place. I love you Randy. Keep looking down on us all! You were the best person to talk to, and you helped anyone who needed anything. You're an inspiration to us all!"
Christina of Springfield, Mo U.S.

"I wear a memorial bracelet with your son's name. His sacrifice for the liberties of America and the freedom of the Iraqi people will never be forgotten. God bless him and all of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen."
James Holloway of Brooklyn, New York, USA

"Savage I have so many great memories of us hangin and smokin cigs and having a blast in the field. There isn't a day that goes by that I am not grateful for the times we hung out and for the sacrafices you made. Your a hero to us all and will never be forgotten. I know your family and Country is proud of what you had done. You are A MARINE OF ALL MARINES! SEMPER FI"
LCPL Sunderhaus of Baltimore, MD/ USA

"A Poem for Christmas (found by Ronni)

The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,
I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.
My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,
My daughter beside me, angelic in rest.

Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,
Transforming the yard to a winter delight.
The sparkling lights in the tree I believe,
Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve.

My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep,
Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep.
In perfect contentment, or so it would seem,
So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream.

The sound wasn't loud, and it wasn't too near,
But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear.
Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know, Then the
sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow.

My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear,
And I crept to the door just to see who was near.
Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night,
A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight.

A soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old,
Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold.
Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled,
Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child.

'What are you doing?' I asked without fear,
'Come in this moment, it's freezing out here!
Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve,
You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!'

For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift,
Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts..
To the window that danced with a warm fire's light
Then he sighed and he said 'Its really all right, I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night.'

'It's my duty to stand at the front of the line,
That separates you from the darkest of times.
No one had to ask or beg or implore me,
I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me.

My Gramps died at ' Pearl on a day in December,'
Then he sighed, 'That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembers.'

My dad stood his watch in the jungles of ' Nam ',
And now it is my turn and so, here I am.
I've not seen my own son in more than a while,
But my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile.

Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag,
The red, white, and blue... an American flag.
I can live through the cold and the being alone,
Away from my family, my house and my home.

I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet,
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat.
I can carry the weight of killing another,
Or lay down my life with my sister and brother..

Who stand at the front against any and all,
To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.'
'So go back inside,' he said, 'harbor no fright,
Your family is waiting and I'll be all right.'

'But isn't there something I can do, at the least,
'Give you money,' I asked, 'or prepare you a feast?
It seems all too little for all that you've done,
For being away from your wife and your son.'

Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret,
'Just tell us you love us, and never forget.
To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone,
To stand your own watch, no matter how long.

For when we come home, either standing or dead,
To know you remember we fought and we bled.
Is payment enough, and with that we will trust,
That we mattered to you as you mattered to us."
Mary Kelly of Chico, CA

"HE WAS MY UNCLE AND I LOVE HIM SO MUCH I MISS HIM MORE AND MORE EVERY DAY IM SO LUCKY THAT HE MARRIED MY ANT FLO SHES THE BEST JUST LIKE MY UNCLE HE HAS THE BEST KIDS SOMETIMES THE CAN GET ON UR NERVS BUT I LOVE THEM ALOT"
JONATHAN QUILES of NY WHITE LAKE

"he was my unkle i love him so much and i miss him alot he was so funny and he would put beer on his food i miss him alot"
jonathanquiles of ny white lake

"Brad. You were the easiest person to be around and the only person i could never get tired of. I miss you everyday and wish that you could still be here. Im sorry that i wasnt there for you, i think about it all the time. Your the best friend ill ever have. You were my hero in life and you continue to be in death. Thank you Danger Crose."
Tomco of phoenix, az

"I have not been on here for a while. As I lay here on the couch, memories of you and our friends keep running through my mind. We had a lot of good times together. I miss you Brandon. It's good to see so many people still visit here. God keep you always and bless your wonderful family."
Nick of Alpharetta, GA

"Miss you buddy, Sorry to have never left a message on here, I will see you someday."
SSG (R) G. Mountjoy of Savannah, GA

"DEAR ADAM I MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH. YOU WENT HOME TO GOD 10-08-06 AND ANOTHER YEAR HAS COME AND GONE BUT IT FEELS LIKE IT ALL JUST HAPPENED. ITS SO HARD. YOU ARE MY BABY ALWAYS. IN MEMORY OF MY SON "TIMOTHY ADAM FULKERSON" 1986-2006. I MISS YOU SO BADLY."
TAMMY BROWN of KENTUCKY

"hey daddy we miss you much love you"
LaShawndra of Killeen,Tx

"November 19, 2008
Piestewa Family and friends of Lori Piestewa.....
My name is SSG Wurster, I was a part of the 11th ada brigade, 5-52 ada battalion when lori's life was taken. I heard about the news only hours later. There is no words that can describe the pain and sorrow I feel for the family and friends of Lori's on a daily basis. I never personally known Lori, but I had seen her in the motorpool several times prior to our deployement. I wish I had actually been a part of the convoy, to either prevent this incident from happening, and quite possibilly gave my life in replace for hers. I hope that the spirits may watch over you from above. God Bless every one. You Will Never Be Forgotten Lori!"
SSG Wurster, Justin of El Paso, Tx/USA

"Veterans Day, 2008

A Veteran is someone who, at one point in his life wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America ' for an amount of 'up to and including my life.' That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.''

Thank you, brave soldiers, and May God Bless you families...."
Debey Senska of Forestburg, SD

"Micheal. I want to thank you for being my inspiration for joining the army.
I put your name on tags on my back as a tattoo. and if anyone knows how to get a hold of christine can you let me know. i would really like to talk to her about micheal and tell her about a video my friends and i put together..
pchs_tbones_15@yahoo.com
email me please"
Pfc. Collins Alexander of Ft. Gordon Ga.

"Thanks just doesn't cut it does it Todd. You are forever our hero. The true meaning of a hero. Who would have thought this would happen. Thank you will never say enough. But it will have to be all we can say. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always. Your dedication can never be measured and your memory will never fade. In a town called LOYAL we will always remember you. Thank you for answering the call with dignity and valor. You are an inspiration of us all. Thank you for paying the ultimate price unselfishly."
G.Z. of wi

":-)Srgt. Christopher J.C. Fernandez who passed away on March 5th, 2007. To the parents and family of Chris this Marcella Fernandez he is surely missed and always in our hearts and not forgotten and truely honored to have chris in our lives for the shortest time. But he was loved and respected and honored don't feel bad that he left 2 kids behind Keanie and Malaichi Fernandez. But don't grieve cuz he is close just think of him and he'll be there. He is not to far from us. As his wife I truely miss and wish he was here. To my in-laws in Guam, I'm planing to vist to look out for my e-mails ans look out for me."
Marcella Fernandez of Gallup NM

"Thank you VERY much to all service members and their families and friends for your sacrifice in service. You are a testament to heroism and unselfishness.

God bless."
John of Richmond Hill, Canada

"I know life is hard and we think its not fair. I understand exactly how you feel I hope you arent mad at me because i love you like a sister and I hope you see me as a sister to. I never got to tell Cowboy that I loved him and that hurts me so much because i was so scared that he would say that he didn't feel the same way and now I'll never know. I hope you and your mom understand me. Trust me I wish we would of talked about our feelings before then maybe I would feel a little better knowing that he loved me to. Always trust in GOD never give up. for he knows why he does what he does. I love YOU and MOM and I wish you both the best in life may you be happy for all time. And know that I am happy."
Crystal of Hempstead

"To the family of SPC Eric T. Burri:
My thoughts are with you. I am setting up an dedication page on www.army.togetherweserved.com to honor this soldier. I would love for you to be a part of this. Please email me at allen.roe@us.army.mil"
SGT Allen Roe of Fort Richardson, Alaska

"CPL Jones, SPC Greene, I remember you, I will not forget. You were awesome Soldiers, glad I got a chance to serve with you. I retire soon, but you will always be with me."
Erich Orrick of Indianapolis, In

"I miss you Joe I was so waiting on you and toshia to get married. You were going to be the son-in-law of my dreams. And one day as much as we miss you now we will see you in Heaven. I miss you Joe. And I know you would have taken care of my daughtor and she misses you so much. but we will see you someday. We all love you and I know Nathan misses you to."
Debbie of Winston-Salem N C

"TO ALL SERVICEMEN:
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. THE GREAT U.S.A....... GOD BLESS YOU ALL"
JON LOWDER, CPL. of MONROE, NC USA

"TO MY LOVEING UNCLE JASON C FORD
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU . AND YOU WIL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART."
KANESH A of WASHINGTON . DC

"The soldiers do not speak. Nevertheless, they are heard in the still houses: who has not heard them? They have a silence that speaks for them at night and when the clock counts. They say: We are young. We have died. Remember us. They say: We have done what we could but until it is finished it is not done. They say: We have given our lives but until it is finished no one can know what our lives gave. They say: Our deaths are not ours: they are yours they will mean what you make them. They say: Weather our lives and our deaths are for peace and a new hope or for nothing we cannot say: it is you who must say this. They say: We leave you our deaths. Give them their meaning. We were young. they say. We have died. Remember us:"
William Taylor of Bonita Springs, Fl.

"VOTE----I am the sister of a fallen soldier, please exercise your right to vote. My brother died fighting for someone elses rights- please do your part and VOTE."

"im first born army to a women....my mom on active duty...army. looking for a friend USMC..mark tuggle.. sorry for your loss...wish all irsh luck from ...jason bishop civilian............."
jason bishop of 33782

"ryan, i know i didn't get to know u dat
well,but you made u quit.u decided dat
u couldn't quit and u didn't

hugs and kisses from u'r step cousin
sabrina"
sabrina of fountain

"To a true American hero, there is not a day that goes by and i dont think of all the good times we had with Dent, his memories will always be with me and the 547TH Transportation Company you are truly missed but never forgotten. As we prepare our hearts and mines for the upcoming mission, i just wanted to take time out to say thank you for being a friend."
SSG Charles Allen of JP1 Crystal City VA

"I wish I could have been there for you Scott!!!!!..God bless you Bro..."
Brett Layman of Clio, Mi

"Vue, Its Smith. Every day I came into the Motorpool with ANOTHER downed truck from ANOTHER IED, you fixed us back like new so we could go out and do out Job. Your still aweomse in my book"
Karolyn Smith, SPC of Santee, CA

"I just saw the note and this was another song, Colonel Ted and I liked and I can see him traveling on the Humvee from Baghdad to Camp Dublin...trying to make lives better..as this song was playing..to help....Ventura Highway/America, this song reminded me of him and we sang it together one time...god bless you., Ted a great American Hero...my friend....god bless you and your family-you are not forgotten...


Chewin' on a piece of grass walkin' down the road
tell me, how long you gonna stay here Joe?
Some people say this town don't look good in snow
You don't care, I know.


Ventura Highway, in the sunshine
Where the days are longer
The nights are stronger than moonshine
You're gonna go I know


Cause the free wind is blowin' through your hair
and the day surround your daylight there
Seasons cryin' no despair
Alligator lizards in the air


Wishin' on a fallin' star
Watchin' for the early train
Sorry boy, but I've been hit by purple rain
Aw, come on Joe, you can always change your name
Thanks alot son, just the same


Ventura Highway, in the sunshine
Where the days are longer
The nights are stronger than moonshine!
you're gonna go, I know


Cause the free wind is blowin' through your hair
and the days surround your daylight there
seasons cryin' no despair
Alligator lizards in the air
in the air"
kenny of newark, new jersey

"The soldiers do not speak. Nevertheless, they are heard in the still houses: who has not heard them? They have a silence that speaks for them at night and when the clock counts. They say: We are young. We have died. Remember us. They say: We have done what we could but until it is finished it is not done. They say: We have given our lives but until it is finished no one can know what our lives gave. They say: Our deaths are not ours: they are yours they will mean what you make them. They say: Weather our lives and our deaths are for peace and a new hope or for nothing we cannot say: it is you who must say this. They say: We leave you our deaths. Give them their meaning. We were young. they say. We have died. Remember us:"
William Taylor of US Navy Veteran

"Hey u are up there cuz wea u might not noe meeh but i am ur cuz so have a good white sunday next to our heavenly father. AND THE SEGA FAM BAM MISSES U DEARLY."
palafu sou of Olosega, Manu'a and Fitiuta

"My son was killed in Iraq Oct.04. I pray for all those familes that have to go through this pain. It is good to talk about your loved as often as you can. The hurt never goes away but it does get a little better each day.from a mon who knows."
Elaine Ramsey of Winkelman, AZ

"Thank God for you men and women in uniform. We take our freedom for granted. I watched the 7th Heaven episode in honor of Staff Sgt. Dwight J. Morgan and was very moved by it. Bless all of you and your families!"
Sherry of Spokane, Washington

"Another birthday, another reminder of the second most happiest day of our life. You are always in our hearts and on our minds. You were the best of sons and the best of men."
Mom and Dad of Verona PA

"hi this is teya h. ingraham thors lil sister i just want to say and tell everybody that those who fall r still here with us no matter what i should know thanks to all who fight for us keep hope and faith to love to all we all miss them who fall i love you thor we all miss u"
teya h. ingraham

"HI im indya carter the oldest of clearence adams childern i would like to say i love you dad, later


love indya"
indya of mech,hanover

"Today was my son's 21st birthday but he wasn't able to enjoy it. He was killed in Iraq on May 11, 2006 at the age of 18. There is never a day goes by that I do not think of him of the members of his unit that are over there now. To all the Moms, Dads, brothers, sisters and other family members, my your hero's star shine bright above the rest and the tears of pain ease as time passes on. It doesn't seem to get any easier for me but I know my son died for what he believed in. I love you and miss you with all my heart Stevie. Love, Mom
Proud mother of PFC Stephen P Snowberger III KIA 5/11/06"
Debbie Brown of Lexington, NC

"Sgt Kennon i am almost afraid to leave this message. I think of you often. That day changed me alot internally. I really missed having you there to talk too through the rest of the deployment. You were a kind and very thoughtful friend. I only wish we could have hung out like we had planned. I ran away from this subject so long because every event of that day replays in my mind and it is hard to hold back anger and tears of a loss of not only a freind but a brother, brother in arms. I pray that the lord will ease the pain of your family members and often wished i could have taken your place as of many others. All i remember after comming back from the mission was the look of everyones face. And giving Doc Crews a hug. We all still remember you and can't wait to see you at the gates. I still relive that day every once in a while but then I remember all the great things you said to me that made sense and still do to this day. You were a great man of faith in God. And that thought alone has helped me cope with those feelings of emptyness.

Your friend,

Charles Butcher

God gives you a peace from all understanding, strenght for the day and wisdom for a new day."
Charles Butcher of Houston, Tx

"HELLO Christine Dooley, You may not remember who I am but, IF the name Sgt. MAREK rings a bell, one of Micheal's good buddies at Ft. Stewart, while he lived in the mobile home, you can reach me at paulrussmarek@msn.com PLEASE! SSG Tellado if you see/read this message, PLEASE do the same! MISS YA SSG DOOLEY!"
SSG Marek of Satellite Beach Fl.

"My prayers go out to the family of Charles. I went to school with Charles and graduated with him in 1999. He nicknamed me "Peachfuzz" and I nicknamed him "Forehead". I will never forget that silly name. To those who never knew him, you have truly missed a blessed person. To his family, I will continue to pray for you. Many blessings to you all."
Andrea (Ferguson) White of Columbus, Ohio

"America's fallen shall never be lost treasure. America's fallen is our only treasure. As I read through the comments herein I am at a loss for the words I need to know in order to adequately express my feelings. The words "thank you" to a family member who's son, daughter, father, mother, sister or brother has made the ultimate sacrafice...seems so routine and cliche. Let us honor them by insuring that their lives sacraficed was for not, nor in vain! Let us keep their memories alive by finishing the fight, spreading the word about how they believed in the cause and that by defeating our enemies in the GWOT is honor enough! We are the next greatest generation and what we do today will evidence in the future that we acted without malice, without personal agendas...we acted because it was the right thing to do? Rise up America in November and let John McCain get it done!"
Martin L. Hudler of Lake Oswego, Oregon

"We will not allow those who have given all to be dishonored or forgotten by those of us still here this November. Vote McCain and you'll be voting for the memory of Brandon, and so many others sacraficing everything so that you and I can enjoy all that they provide for us!"
Martin L. Hudler of Lake Oswego, Oregon

"I lost my husband during this war effort
and I offer my condolences to all
grieving relatives and friends of
those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country. I pray for
all who are grieving and suffering!"
Sherra Claunch

"we love u and miss u dad"
vanessa of nc

"My Father was retired Maj. Dennis B. Dray, he left the "Low Flight" message. My father passed away very unexpectedly on July 17th. My father loved our country and all the men and women who fought to defend it. I wantd you to know who my dad was. He enlisted right out of high school and was immediately sent to Viet Nam and served multiple terms. Upon his return, he enlisted in the USNRG in Waterloo, IA until he was transferrred via TDY at the Arizona ARNG Flight Training Facility in Marana. Arizona. My father retired in March of 2000. My father made it his mission that no soldier ever went forgotten, and now, in his honor, I will do this for him. Godspeed to all those my father would have reached out to. You are in our thoughts and prayers, just as you would have been in my fathers. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family members out there of fallen angels trying to make sense of this all. We are doing the same. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. God bless you and God Bless America! Love from Iowa!"
Tina Higgins - Daughter of Maj. Dennis B. Dray (Ret) of Waterloo, Iowa USA

"After 5 years you are still in our thoughts every day.
We will be going to see you today like so many who love and miss you.

I know you will be looking down, watching over all the people whose lives you touched.

We will never forget you."
Terry, Lisa, Tj and Josh of Brattleboro, Vt

"I love my dad he's my hero all always be his little girl!"
vanessa of nc

"I was a Corpsman when the Navy had wooden ships and iron men. Well almost I served from 1964-70. I too was stationed with the fine fighting men of the US Marine Corp. I would not want to fight with any others. "Doc" Johnson has given his all for the very freedoms we all seem to take for granted some times. He gave of his life freely so that others are free, he is the ultimate American. He also is in fine company with others who have sacrificed everything for the sake of others.

Excuse me for saying this because I am still a corpsman after all of these years, it takes a special kind of man or woman to be a Corpsman. When it's all said and done, he will be there to greet us, keep the faith."
Frank B. Fox Jr. HM2 1964-70 of Lake Jackson, Texas

"andrew ehrlich is one of the finest men to ever walk this earth"
matt of knoxville tn usa

"I am a 28yr. old American male and I am so thankful for the men and women willing to sacrifice for our country. There is a huge disconnect between the civilian population and the military population when it comes to the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. It is impossible for us on the outside to understand the commitment and sacrifices that you and your families have made for us and those around the world so that we and they may have the chance to experience freedom bought with blood. I just recently read a book, Final Salute, it allowed me in the most minute way to realize how massive a debt of gratitude and prayer I owe all those who have sacrificed so much. Thank you, My prayers are with you and yours."
Jeremy Hansen of Allentown PA USA

"A big thankyou to every man and woman who serve their country in the military! And to those who have fallen...You are heroes, You are the reason we are free. You are heroes to all of us :)
Rest In Peace"
Craig of UK

"Chris just stopping in to say hi.heard your Grandma went out to Cali. to see the Memorial service's they had for you and your Fallen Brother's last month heard it was great,Munoz,Eli,Gatto and few other's spent some time with your Grandma and your Uncle they said they were awesome,well you Rest In Peace or Warrior in Heaven,we will NEVER FORGET .July21,2008 2/4 FAMILY FOREVER"
Gary of Dayton,OHIO

"I send my prayers and thoughts to all who have lots loved ones. I too lost my older brother in Iraq of 2003. The pain is always there but time does really heal the pain. I will always miss my brother and his sacrfice is not forgotten. These men and women have paid this ultimate sacrfice for our freedom and they will not be forgotten. Keep their memories alive because they are all watching overs us each minute of everyday. They are our guardian angles. We need to remember that freedom is not free. We need support our troops who are still over their and keep them in our prayers. On thing that has always kept me going is knowing my brother is watching over me. One saying I keep in mind is God never gives you nothing you can not handle.Thank you to all you have lost your lives for my freedom and to the ones who still serve our country today! Thank you for your support.Miss and love you Sgt Benjamin Biskie"
Darlene of Saint Robert, MO USA

"HELLO...... MY NAME IS FRANK MARTINEZ I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF ...ARMY STAFF SGT TODD.R. CORNELL I HAVE A SON IN THE USMC AND IS IN IRAQ AT THIS TIME AND I AM SO AFRAID THAT SOME THING MIGHT HAPPEN TO HIM IM SURE WHEN YOU GOT THE NEWS ABOUT YOUR SON,HUSBAND,BROTHER IT WAS SO HARD MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY TO LOSE A FAMILY MEMBER FOR A WAR WE HAVE NO BUSIENESS OUT THERE BUT TODD IS A HERO IN MY EYES AND I WILL KEEP HIM IN MY DAILY PRAYER,S BUT PLZ KNOW 1 THING HE IS WITH OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST I JUST LOST A BROTHER IN JAN 2008 AND IT TOOK US FOR A LOOP BUT NOW WE KNOW THE LORD HOLD,S THEM IN HIS ARMS AND THEY ARE HAPPY DANCING ON THE STREET,S OF GOLD IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE BUT LIKE I SAID B 4 HE IS WITH GOD WHO IS SUCH A GREAT BABY SITTER HE WONT LET NO MORE PAIN OR SUFFERING COME TODD,S WAY ....GOD BLESS YOU MAY THE LORD GIVE YOUR FAMILY PEACE ....AMEN P.S YOU CAN REACH ME @ 626-235-0882 OR @ freecalimale2 @ yahoo.com"
FRANK MARTINEZ of POMONA CA 917678

"Daniel Ive visited your grave a couple of times. Thank you for your service. You and Nicholas Bloem, Ive come by maybe 3 times just to see you guys actually. I was looking for Marines in particular. I never really thought that my son Sgt Michael Washington Golf 2/7 would be buried just across the road in site 7. Anyway one more Marine reporting, he's spent his time in hell. Welcome my son brothers. Semper Fi
MSgt Michael Washington USMC Ret"
Michael Washington of Tacoma, WA

"i finaly found this site ben vermillon high school had a memorial for you i think about you all the time laterly iam at work again try to send oncer a week if i have time i get busy at guba said hi also talk to ben last week he is growing so fast iam ok working full time now well i better close for now i love and miss so much send me some pennies ok talk to you again love mom from ohio"
mom from ohio of lorain ohio

"Thank you from the bottom of my heart, because of you I live & love, I make mistakes and I'm forgiven. Because of you my Son will live, love and learn as I have. What you have given goes so deep into the core of our being it's almost hard to explain. For ever solider who's given their life so that I may live mine I love you like a brother & father. God Speed to you all may you find peace amoung the stars and may we never let you down."
Joe Owens of Gilbert, AZ

"Corey, I will always respect your time here on earth, and will always take care of our children, and make sure that they will never forget you and what a great father you were to them."
Mari of USA

"I just want to say, THANK YOU to the men and women of our armed services! I also want to say thank you to the families of our fallen heros. The ultimate price has been paid by our soldiers and their loved ones. So that we can live free. My son leaves in December for Iraq. Iam scared to death for him but could not be prouder. All our soldiers need our love and support!! so keep them in your prayers"
Steve Bargar of Austin TX

"I send this message up to heaven where PJ Johnson rests...may God always shine his eyes on you. My son wears your memory band...just returned from his 5th tour. I pray this war will end soon. You gave all you had for this country, for that you will always be remembered."
82nd ABN 1/505 Mom of Illinois

"Thank you for all the love you show the soldiers families. My cousin Robert L. Jones died 6/17/06 in Iraq. Most people don't know that we lost the grandfather he was named after the very next month & he was also a soldier. Thank you again for you love & support."
Susan of Vancouver, WA USA

"HI ZAC"
Ana of l a

"I just read "Final salute" by Jim Sheeler.
And now, I just want to say thank you and may God always watch over all of you who are still serving, all of you who are home and all the families. To the men and women who didn't get to come home as they left, you will always be in my prayers.
A piece of my heart is broken."
Phyllis Maganza of Brooklyn, New York

"Well Jared,
I can't believe it has been almost 2 years. I still think about you everyday and can't believe you won't be coming home soon to hang out in the garage. The kids miss you also and still talk about all those times you spent with us here in Plymouth. We all miss you buddy.

Love and peace
Corsini family"
Corsini Family of Plymouth Massachusetts

"I'd like to let all visitors to this site know about an event taking plce on Saturday, June 14 (Flag Day) in Topeka, Kansas called The Reading. Volunteers will be reading the names of the fallen from Iraq and Afghanistan. We'll each be reading a page of 50 names - first name, middle initial, last name, date of death and home state. After each name a bell will toll. The event is expected to take approximately 6 hours to complete. It's important the families and friends know of this event in memory of their loved one. Your loved one and friend has not been forgotten. My condolences to all of you grieving the loss of your loved one.

www.thereading.us

http://www.cjonline.com/stories/052408/opi_282377601.shtml"
Grace (Veterans@netzero.com) of New York

"Would we were able to find words adequate enough to thank you for your selfless service to this country!"
FLORENCE KUTI-GEORGE of BROOKLYN, NY, USA

"I lost my brother-in-law on June 3, 2007. I would like to have his name added to the list if possible. Sgt. Dariek Dehn"
Shelly of Spokane, WA

"For all the people who lost someone, i am 11 and i lost my father in a car accident and he will be very missed,he is loved by alot of people and for all the people who have lost someone close just know that they r looking down on you and saying to god,"i love him or i love her," thanks to all the support and just know that all of the lost ones r in my heart forever."
Devina B. of GA/ USA

"Semper Fi to all of you brave guys, may God protect and love you all."
bill of new york

"To all of the families whose loved ones gave their lives on behalf of this country, I salute you and your loved ones! God bless you!"
Regina of Miami, Florida

"My heart goes out to all the famalies that have lost a father/mother, son/daughter, brother/sister, husband/wife, grand child or a friend, in this war. We have to believe that their lives were not lost for nothing. We all feel the pain when the news reports another fallen soldier."
Adela of Miami, Florida

"Karla, I am truly sorry for the loss of your son, who gave his life for his country and what he believed in. My sincere and deepist sympathy to you and your family, and may the Lord strengthen you in the memories of your belovid son."
Adela of Miami

"To the Woodard family I give my deepest condolences. I met Romanes at Ft. Stewart, GA, I recenty found out that he passed away. You all are in my prayers and know that you may not understad what has happened but GOD has a plan. SSG Woodard is in a better place now R.I.P."
Alice Richardson of Waterford, MI

"To the Woodard family I give my deepest condolences. I met Romanes at Ft. Stewart, GA, I recenty found out that he passed away. You all are in my prayers and know that you may not understad what has happened but GOD has a plan. SSG Woodard is in a better place now R.I.P."
Alice Richardson of Waterford, MI

"It is a honor to be able to leave a message thanking all the men and women for what they are doing for us giving us our freedom. I am greatful that all I have to do is get up go to work and at the end of the day come back home to my family GOD bless you all for what you do and may GOD bless the family of those who gave there lives for us. It is a great honor always in my prayers."
pamela hughes of chatsworth ga 30705

"Hey Bro I know you are in a better place then me I just wanted to say thanks for you dedication. You are and always be the type of person I strive to be. A true soldier and most of all a true friend. You are missed and I know you know that. Be easy You friend for the rest of my life!!!! Samuel Lee Baez"
Samuel Lee Baez of Charlotte, NC

"SGT. Derrick
There is so much one could say about him, he was everything to everyone! When I first met SGT. Derrick he said I looked like Butters from South Park the TV show and thanks to him I will always have that nick name and that speacial little touch from him. Man I Miss you and love you man. I still have your rock that I gave you. I know you know what Im talking about, and our PLT. knows what Im talking about. I will and want to some day give it to your family. I know its not much but you loved it. Thank you for your life teachings, your love and help!! To his family thank you for raising such a great young man. We all love you man, and you will never ever EVER be forgotten!!!"
(Butters) - Steve Phillips of Austin, TX/ USA

"On this memorial day, my prayer for all family members of our fallen servicemembers is that God will confort you and grant you peace. Only He understands the depth of your pain and sorrow.

Thank you for your sacrifice and God bless and keep you."
Marcia of new york

"TO MY LOVING COUSIN MARCO D. ROSS THAT LOST HIS LIFE OVER IN IRAQ. I MISS AND LOVE YOU DEARLY. THANKS FOR PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON THE LINE FOR THIS COUNTRY . YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN WE MISS YOU. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE THANKS FOR ALL THE HARD WORK.
YOUR COUSIN ROSEMARY
A WIFE OF A USAF SOILDER"
ROSEMARY of NC, BUT FROM ST.LOUIS MO

"TO MY LOVING COUSIN MARCO D. ROSS THAT LOST HIS LIFE OVER IN IRAQ. I MISS AND LOVE YOU DEARLY. THANKS FOR PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON THE LINE FOR THIS COUNTRY . YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN WE MISS. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE THANKS FOR ALL THE HARD WORK.
YOUR COUSIN ROSEMARY
A WIFE OF A USAF SOILDER"
ROSEMARY of NC, BUT FROM ST.LOUIS MO

"SSgt. Cawley,

I can't help but think of you on Memorial Day. We spent a year together at Las Flores while activated. I remember the night you were killed. We lost a good Marine that night and your family lost a great man.

Semper Fi,"
LtCol Much of H&S Company 2/23

"To The Family's and Friends of our Gold and Silver Star Hero's, Also to OUR Purple Heart Hero's and all service men and women serving and having served.. and thier families THANK YOU!

YOUR LOSS is America's as well.
I want to take the time to send a few words and Let you know YOUR SERVICE MEMBER VETERAN is remembered as a Hero and you are as well with Prayer for your Loss..
May your Memories with THEM and of THEM help to comfort you along with God's care. And be passed on to FRIENDS other family members..
There just is no word's to take away the loss you feel, for that I am sorry...
I thank you for America's freedom and mine and my families because of men and women like your VETERIAN, THE WORLD IS A SAFER PLACE.
God Bless and Keep You in His Peace during these times of Great Loss.

-
The Family Lines of Lt. Presley Neville O'Bannon (A Marine who Raised the first American Flag on Foreign soil, Shores of Tripoli Hero) Proudly Salute: ALL VETERIAN'S TODAY..... Bless those THEY served with ..
As THEIR Fellow Comrades Stand Guard, Protect and Bless them Lord.

Proudly a Wife and Daughter of Ret. Navy men
Proud sister, cousin, grand daughter, niece of many that have served... Rev. T. O'Bannon Brod"

"I just wanted to tell you that you are MY HEROES and you will NEVER be forgotten. Thank you for your service. You can hold your heads high up there in Heaven and know you did a good job. Celebrate yourselves on this special Memorial Day."
Pam Dustin aka/ GrMa Pam of Bakersfield, CA

"On this Memorial Day weekend I am trying once again to find photos of all the Fallen Heroes for whom I still lack them on my tribute site: http://www.Zeitlangers.com . There is an alphabetical index so you can check quickly to see what I have. If I am missing a picture, or you have better ones, then if you care to, please contact me at webmaster@zeitlangers.com and I will be honored to add them."
Don of Wheaton, Il

"The song, "You're Mising", is dedicated to the families and friends of our fallen service men and women. Our soliders are so willing to put their lives on the line in the hope of peace. "You're Missing" is a true voice for the families and friends of the fallen soldiers and civilians. The song fully encompasses the seemingly insurmountable pain felt by so many on a daily basis. You are invited to listen to the most heartfelt song you will ever hear.

You can view the video of "You're Missing" on YouTube at the following link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDB8Ogdazdg

If the link doesn't open, search on www.YouTube.com for PJ Rios.

It is a privilege to share this song with you. Thank you for listening."
Elliot Willensky of Newton, NJ, USA

""They shall not grow old, as we that are left behind grow old.
Age shall not weary them,
nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM'

LEST WE FORGET."
Kim Williams of Auckland, New Zealand

"Laura,
Remembering you on Memorial Day 2008. Your service and the continued service of your family is appreciated and honored."
MAJ Lisa Griffin of Woodbridge, VA

"Just stopping by to say.... I havent forgot about you...."
Silke Taenzer of Germany

"I hope george and all the fallen had a great life because they fought for us for our country."
Davon of America

"To the Next of Kin of All Fallen Heroes, in Iraq, please-if you have not already done so go to (www.marinecomfortquilts.us) and register for the (1) comfort quilt made in honor of your loved one.

This tribute will be made and sent to you with our condolences messages of love and rememberance for the sacrifices your family and loved one has made.

We are currently looking for families from as far back as 2006 who have not registered, up to current Next of Kin.

Blessings, OEF/OIF Veteran's -Daughter and Son In Law, Vietnam Veteran's Spouse"
Patricia Messmer of Benton, Mo

"Hey tio Ardy. I miss you so much. and I know that you are in heaven reading this and looking over us. I cant believe your gone to htis very day. and i know how much you miss every one because we miss you too. I know my dad misses you alot and he is in Iraq right now fighting for you. well i love tio and i miss you so much. bye tio."
Brianna Rico of Lawton Oklahoma

"Hi, I'm a 18 year old female and i would like 2 send my sympathy 2 all the people that fought 4 us if u like please write back 2 me Lkyoung17@yahoo.com i just lost my cuz in Freedom of Iraqi his name is CSM Jorge L. Young please pray 4 us"
Jennine Young of Honolulu,HI 96816

"To the family's of all the fallen Hero's of Iraqi/Afghanistan war it is a great honor that I am involved with giving a national tribute in Topeka, Kansas on June 14th at the Expocentre. Please go to www.thereading.us and you will find out more. Please contact me at rsullivan21@cox.net or 785-608-6676. I am a Viet Nam Veteran who is working hard to give a final tribute to our Soldiers. May God Bless all the family's."
Reuben L Sullivan of Topeka, Kansas USA

"All gave some some gave all. Prayers. Salute! God Bless America"
Ret. USAF TsGT Lonny Watson of augusta, ga.

"Well its mothers day again, its a hard day for me. i just want to say i love you and miss you so much.just want to hold you and tell you i love you.you will always be my son my hero.love you for alway and for ever. love you son your lil mom"
cindy of bullhead city az

"Well its mothers day again, its a hard day for me. i just want to say i love you and miss you so much.just want to hold you and tell you i love you.you will always be my son my hero.love you for alway and for ever. love you son your lil mom"
cindy of bullhead city az

"to all our service men & women who have fallen may god take you in his loving arms. you will not be forgotten. to all families of fallen service men & women i pray you will be comforted. my prayers are with you all."
James Landy of Lorain, Ohio

"hi benjamn biskie on the computer again iam getting better ben jr is 11 years old already i think of you every day your smile andrea and darlene talk alot now i keep finding pennies all the and i know its from watching over me guba dad said hi be all yoy can be ha ha and you did it iam at work so i better get break is over i miss and love you so much talk again soon love you"
your mom of lorain ohio lorain

"Whats up brother, was thinking about you today and thought I would drop a line. I pray for your family often and hope that your children are doing well. RIP brother!!!"
W01 Tarique Miller

"Brock, thank you for keeping Mike safe for me, I'm sorry I never met you or Raleigh. I love you both though. Just to keep you with us just a little longer we're going to name our boys after you two. All my love."
Jessy of Phoenix AZ

"The sacrifice for our beloved country and its people does not go unnoticed. The purpose behind every soldiers intentions of fighting for the greater good brings about a grattitude that can never really be fulfilled. We can give thanks every day of our lives and it still wouldn't be enough. But what can be done is learn from our soldiers, and try to walk like them every day- with the same selfless attitude in an attempt to make the world a better place."
Miguel of Dallas, Tx

"My prayers are with all of you serving for our country.Having such a tough job and standing proud you all are amazing and deserve gratitude and thanks from all Americans.Thank you,I will never forget you."
Kathy of Salem,Ma.

"I did not see you listed Kyle, from Colorado Springs, its a real shock to me you passed on after getting your life together for a change, you made me proud to know you, and you and all other soldiers and their families will be in my heart always."
Billy of Colorado Springs, CO

"Hey lil Rick well we really miss you and grama said the reason why you passed was to be with you're kid in heven and thank you for serving in Irac we LOVE you and MISS you and i can't wait till we meet agin in hevin miss u and when we went to you're Funeral dad told the story about you and Bumper blowing up the lawn mower but the speech was AMAZING you would of been proud well see you A.S.A.P. LOVE BO BO"
Kim Salas (Bo Bo) of Graham, TX. USA

"I just want to thank our troops out there for making our country a safer place to live. I also want to say to the families that have lost a loved one that I am truly sorry. Without your son/daughter, husband/wife, brother/sister, dad/mom this country would be in bad shape. They are truly heroes and I say thank you and God bless!"
Rick of Sewell, NJ

"Let me say that i will never be able thank you enough for what your family member gave up for our freedom. They gave the ultimate gift, their lives. I will also never be able to understand the pain you must suffer. But i want you to know i will never ever forget. i pray for you daily, and for the protection of the rest of the soldiers too. God bless you and keep!"
stacie of oklahoma

"Forever in my heart."
Alli of Effingham, IL

"To the parents of Sgt Andrew Baddick, it has been almost 5 years since he died doing such an unselfish act. I received notification the next morning that they had found Sgt Baddick and I became very emotional and upset. We had been looking for him and Sgt Potter the night before. It still affects me to this day. I pray for you and my children pray for Sgt Baddick every night. He will never be forgotten.
Major Al Garbarino
800th Military Police Brigade."
Major Al Garbarino of Merrick, New York, USA

"Never too late to extend heartfelt condolences to the family of a fallen hero, perhaps even a distant family member--as family roots originate in southern Texas. As the mother of a Marine, I know the unsettling feeling of uncertainly and constant concern for loved ones.
My brother/firefighter, John Alaniz from Chicago, has also left his regards on this page. Furthermore, he is an artist and has created memorials for his "firefighter brothers" lost in the Sept. 11 tragedies.
The journey has been long and hard, but our nation shall prevail through the selfless acts of bravery and dedication of our front line heroes. God bless."
Adriana Alaniz of Chicago, IL

"As the parent of a young soldier, and as a God-loving, Free, American Citizen. To All Soldiers both Fallen and still standing: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families always. No One can ever emphasize all of the sacrifices you make in the protection and pursuit of freedom. Just know that the majority of people in your nation honor and pray for you. May the Good Lord guide and keep all of you. May he guide you safely home to your families, and if that is not your end, may he guide you safely into his loving care. God Bless YOU and our American Homes!"
J. Orchard of Bellevue, Idaho/USA

"DOC,
THANK YOU FOR SERVICE. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OUR ANGEL."
DOC WELZ's of CAMP BUCCA IRAQ

"dear Joshua,
Hey its your babi cousin Sammie. i hope that u know that your loved and missed evryday. I know your not here right now but everythings gettin better we love you so much that we did a softball tournament for you and we raised over 15,000 dollars only in 2 days. we gave that to your mom & dad nd hopefully your watchin over me like i say evrynight all my grades went up nd we love dnt forget about us baby, one day we'll be up there with you so we'll all be together again"
Sammie Henry of Leechburg, Pa

"Clint Prather we miss you very much.This is one of many stories. I remember when you got your first car as a junior in high school and how happy you were. You made payments on it but it was yours. Your stepdad asked you if you knew how to check the oil and you pop up yes I know!!!!! Well it wasn't long before your car came limping home and asked Dave what could be wrong? Dave asked have you been checking the oil? Oh yes it is still full!!!!!
Well Dave went outside with you and asked you to show him how you checked it. You showed him but it was the wrong dip stick, it was to the transmission. Dave showed you where the oil stick was and when he pulled it out, it was bone dry. Well you ended up with another bill for a rebuild engine. It was a hard way to learn but later we had a good laugh about it. Our memories of you will never dim. You are in our hearts. It still is hard to believe that you have been gone almost 3 years April 6th 2008.
Love you
Mom and Dave bgbass-1@msn.com"
Gloria Hackwith (mom) of Cheney, WA

"Iwas privileged to Cadet Hans John Kurth when he was a Cadet at West Point. In fact I picked him up at Newark Airport and returned him to the Academy when he visited his parents during his Cadet years. I was saddened to become aware of his death when watching the News on TV one evening, and when his name flashed across the screen I was shocked.

To his family and to his friends I pay a special tribute to a fine young man who brightened every conversation with a warm smile. God bless the family and all of knew John."
Major Brian J. Figueroa of Nanuet NY USA

"I think of Brian often, but especially this time of year. I am eternally grateful for having known Brian. God Bless the McPhillips family. -Capt C.B.Carter"
chris carter of quantico

"Henry I remember the countless weekends up in the Armory on Lex, thinking it will never happen to us, first The Trade Center, then West Point, but you were always there,,,,, always a great soldier,,,,,,while in Iraq i knew you guys had just gotten there and I was sorry I couldn't be with you guys in Tajji, I was in Baghdad but kept tabs of you guys and missed you especially the small groups we kept, scout platoons, mortars, medics, I was an honor to serve with you,,,,,
SSG TORRES, ALBERTO
COMBAT MEDIC
A/CO 1/69TH INF
JULY 1995-DEC 2003"
SSG TORRES ALBERTO of BRONX, NEW YORK

"Lt. Walker, because of the circumstances that took place while we both served abroad with the same company out of Ft. Lewis, I never told you how much you inspired me to be a better person.

What I mean is, when our company advanced forward on other missions, your platoon stayed behind for other missions, and during that period you converted the old Medic Room into a dayroom for your troops. Even though there was already a morale tent available, you decided to establish a morale room closer to your troops. Because of your dedication to your troop’s well being, is why you were different from other leaders in our unit or in the military as a whole.


I know you knew how bad the morale was for the troops serving under a failed leadership in 864th. But, regardless of what some leaders out 864th were doing, you chose to make a difference by leading by example of how a leader should lead there troops during combat.

If it wasn't for my mistakes and the circumstances that were before me while serving abroad in combat, I would not have seen what you did before you departed from us. I did not know you as much as your troops knew you but of the time I did get to know you, like I said you inspired me and showed me not all leaders out 864th are ate up to the toe up. I was very bitter about what our command were doing to the morale and of what they were doing to themselves.

That is one reason why I donated my T.V. I bought for me at first and left at the Morale Room you established for your troops, and also that is why I honored you at the memorial service that took place in Bagram Air Field.

To the Walker family, I hope this message has brought some understanding of what took place while your daughter was serving abroad in combat with honor.

Lt. Walker, I will miss you always and you will never be forgotten!

Thank you so much for what you have done for your country, troops, and family and friends!

Respectfully,

SGT. Sanders"
Timothy Sanders (Former United States Army SGT.) of Topeka, KS/United States

"Dear Mrs.& Mr. Baker,
My name is Zainab and I'm from Iraq. Yesterday I was watching TV and it was showing a documentary movie about the victims of this war and part of it was talking about your son. This movie also talked about your sadness and it showed the picture of your son. At that moment I cried and cried a lot. You lost a son and I lost so many young ppl in my family and now we have so many orphans.
I do share you your sadness and your pain and I do understand how you feel.
I'm so sorry and I do pray for his soul and we all know that it was not him nor you it was BUSH the devil behind your sadness and ours.
I will pray for his soul and I will pray for both of you my dear.
If you feel talking to someone from Iraq I would be more than happy to provide my phone number via e-mail as well. zainab.alkhazraji@gmail.com
By the way if things will be fine one day in Iraq and if you wish to visit Iraq I will be more than happy to welcome you.
I'm currently living and working in Dubai but I have a hope that I'll go home one day. I miss my country too much.
Thanks for reading my msg and my Allah bless you all and his soul."
Zainab Al-Khazraji of United Arab Emirates- Dubai

"Your Name will always be engraved on our hearts Shane, You were the first, Our condolences pour out to your family on this 5th Aniversary, but they should also be proud of the sacrifice you made for your beloved America. Rest in Peace, and a Salute from Great Britain. God Bless America."
Alastair Carnegie of United Kingdom

"To whom it may concern.
My name is Kevin Morgan and I am a singer/songwriter from Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.
After 911 and the war started I wrote a tribute song called "FALLEN HEROES" in honor of our
fallen soldiers, police, and firemen who have lost their lives serving our great country.
Fallen Heroes has recieved radio airplay in our tri-state area and was the #1 requested song on WISH radio
for 2 months. Also, Fallen Heroes was performed in Washington D.C. for the Vice President, and was used
for 2 anniversary dedication ceremonies at crash site of 'Flight 93' in Shanksville Pa.
In the past i have used my talent and resources to raise money for numerous charities and events and in
my small way have tried to due my part to help at least a little. Currently I am turning my efforts to the Wounded Warrior Project
and am going to use Fallen Heroes to try and raise funds for this organization.
While listening to your show it occured to me that if you could take 3 minutes of your time to play the song for your listeners
it may drive traffic to the website that I have constructed for this purpose.
While there, they may purchase a copy of Fallen Heroes and help me in my efforts.
With your help and perhaps the support of your listeners we can make a difference in the lives of
our returning soldiers and reassure them that because of them "Our flag still flies for freedom in this land
that we all love, and all our Fallen Heroes still defend us from above".

To listen to "FALLEN HEROES" go to www.myspace.com/kevinmorgancountry and the song will automatically start playing.
If you wish to know a little more about me please read my 'Bio' on the site.
I can be contacted days at (724-845-3398)

Thank you

Sincerely,
Kevin Morgan"
kevin morgan of vandergrift pa

"We joined the many families who are mourning the loss of a loved one in June 2006. We extend our prayers to those who have also lost a loved one. We know you are just as proud of your Soldier as we are of our son. May God continue to bless you through your lives and carry you through this difficult time."
Tammy Blakley of Clayton, IN USA

"Hey Debbie, JD.. I like the name a whole lot... it's DJ backwards.. Im smiling. Thinking of Sherwood because I just found a Kiddie Space Heights Roster with Sherwoods name on. The crazy thing is that it was in a suite case that I used to move to VA from PA 8years ago. Also in it was a few tokens from my senior year like medals and roses from graduation framed. and Pictures of my dad who passed in Nov. My daughter who is now 11 yrs was in daycare where Sherwood taught. Also I remember all the nights as Tweens going to Kings College when Sherwood was Doing his thing DJing. He is Greatly missed and thought of daily.. Keep your head up Girly. He was a True Soldier.. And u know this.........:)"
Cynthia Mateo of Hampton, VA

"dad you are a nice friend i love you
very much"
tina of home

"the family of dawnredox, uk, sends love and light to the family of lori piestewa. as the mother of a daugher who is currently, and proudly, enlisting to serve her queen and country, we most humbly and respectfully ask that your daughter watches over mine until we meet in the land of the rainbow bridge, and reunite with our loved ones together, this is sent with the deepest love and respect from the family of dawnredfox, england, uk.to the family of lori piestewa,we remember and respect your beautiful, brave daughter Lori , she is a daughter, a mother, a warrior , and, most of all, a beacon of hope for lost and lonely souls everywhere,sent with love, light and the deepest respect, from"
dawnredfox of derby, england, uk

"Seamus, may your light shine on forever, and ever, and ever, and ever. You will be in our hearts always.
Amen. Hallelujah."
Richard P. of Des Moines

"JIM, I MISS YOU SO MUCH.MY EYES ARE TEARING NOW AS I WRITE YOU,MY HEART CANT STAND IT.YOU ARE SUCH A HUGE PART OF MY LIFE.I THINK ABOUT YOU CONSTANTLY. REMEMBER WHEN WE THROUGH GRANDMAS TURKEY IN THE DINNING ROOM.OR WHEN YOU AND BRIAN POPPED FIREWORKS OUTSIDE HER WINDOW?WE HAD SO MANY AMAZING TIMES.YOU ALWAYS MAKE ME LAUGH.WHAT A GREAT LEGACY YOU HAVE.I ALWAYS ENVIED YOUR GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. I COULDNT BELIEVE THE STUFF YOU CAME UP WITH.AMAZING.I REMEMBER THE LAST TIME WE HAD TOGETHER.WE WERE AT RITA'S,YOU WERE GETTING READY TO BE DEPLOYED.WE TALKED FOR HOURS.YOU GAVE ME THESE PICTURES OF YOU AND SOME OF YOUR BUDDIES,WHICH I'VE FRAMED AND KEEP IN MY OPERATORY.MY PATIENTS ASK ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME WHEN THEY SEE YOUR PICTURE.I TELL THEM YOUR STORY SO THAT YOUR BRAVERY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.AT RITA'S WE HAD THE MUSIC PLAYING AND BECAUSE YOU ARE THE LIFE OF THE PARTY YOU MADE ME GET UP AND DANCE WITH YOU.I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY.MONTHS LATER I GOT A CALL FROM RITA,SHE TOLD ME YOU WERE GONE.I COULDN'T BELIEVE IT.SO YOUNG,ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING PEOPLE I HAD EVER MET.I AM SO BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN APART OF YOUR LIFE.LAMBERT'S STICK TOGETHER.I WILL NEVER LET YOUR LEGACY DIE.I LOVE YOU, YOUR COUSIN,JESSICA"
JLEWIS@EATEL.NET of PRAIRIEVILLE,LA

""Peace is Possible" by: Andrea Cagan Bio. at: Amazon.com Contactinfo.net"
Byam of Denver , Co. U.S.A.

"Darkness drags my soul into the silent waters of death as demons dance around the lake of death like an uncontrolled wildfire.

My cord to sanity has been severed and I surrender to the nothingness of me.

Blood pours on the black pavement of hell because death decided to play.

Forever ends with me. I'm scared of living and embrace death's playful grip.

My life after the death of a soldier."
Jeff of CA

"i feel sorry for the family how have lost some one speacil."

"To the famlies:

I want to let you know that your sons,daughters, husbands and wifes are truly my heros. The sacrafices they have given for my famly can never be repaid.I cannot express my appreciation to you for raising such wonderful men and women, all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I wanted to somehow express my thanks,I have written and recorded a song in honor of your famlies. I hope this does not make things harder for you, but it is truly how I view your loved ones. http://members.cox.net/wilcoxdh/

Once again thank you for such wonderful heros"
David Wilcox of Omaha, Ne

"Prayers go out to you and yours

We will be triumphant for those lost in the war

Commander Perry
Homeless Veteran Angels Network
http://homelessveteranangelsnetwork.com coming soon"
Commander Perry of Las vegas

"HAPPY VALENTINES DAY ADAM!!!!!! I LOVE AND MISS YOU!!!!"
lauren of laplata mo

"I AM SO SORRY ABOUT WIILAM I REALLY FILL YOUR PAIN."
MICHAEL of STOCKTON

"A soilders little brother!My brother went to iraq an lost his life to go do a mission!That morning befor he was killed he was promoted to a Cpl...they say he went over there an gave it its all an i do beleave that he did he re inlisted for 7 more years he has a daughter that he never got to see on his last leave! when we found out that he was killed all she could do is say is daddy going to call to this day she wants daddy to call her!it almost been one year an its still hard on all of us
he was in the b-co5/20 inf 3-2 sbct
he lost his life on march 14 2007 his name Cpl Brian L Chevalier
i wish that he could have made it home safe an sound now when that little girl grows up an ask about her daddy i can tell her he died a hero!I know its hard to deal with at first but it seems like it geting harder to deal with! an for the one that has lost one of there love one! im preyin for you an for all the troops there all apart of my family

it only take a min to become a true hero!"
Dustin of lexington,ga

"I lost a brother in Iraq on Veterans' day 2003. Army SPC. Genaro Acosta was stationed in Fort Hood Texas. For all of those families and friends who have lost someone special, my heart goes out to you. Thank you all so much for their support. I hope and pray that God will bless you and comfort you all in your time of heartache.
Sincerely,
Renee
A big sister missing her little brother"
Renee Mercado of Escondido, ca.

"I lost a brother in Iraq on Veterans' day 2003. Army SPC. Genaro Acosta was stationed in Fort Hood Texas. For all of those families and friends who have losted someone special, my heart goes out to you. Thank you all so much for their support. I hope and pray that God will bless you and comfort you all in your time of heartache.
Sincerely,
Renee
A big sister missing her little brother"
Renee Mercado of Escondido, ca.

"I lost a brother in Iraq on Veterans' day 2003. Army SPC. Genaro Acosta was stationed in Fort Hood Texas. For all of those families and friends who have losted someone special, my heart goes out to you. Thank you all so much for their support. I hope and pray that God will bless you and comfort you all in your time of heartache.
Sincerely,
Renee
A big sister missing her little brother"
Renee Mercado of Escondido, ca.

"HEY DADDY ITS BEEN SO LONG SINCE I HAVE SAID ANYTHING. I MISS YOU SO MUCH AND HATE IT THAT YOU HAD TO LEAVE SO SOON. YOU HAVE A GRANDSON NOW AND HIS NAME IS WILLIAM CAMBY JO JONES. HIS DADDY WIL WANTED HIM TO BE NAMED AFTER HIM AS WELL. YOUR PICTURE OF YOU BY YOUR HELICOPTER HANGS ON THE WALL BY HIS CRIB. I WISH YOU WOULD HAVE GOTTEN THE CHANCE TO HOLD HIM AND TALK TO HIM AND TELL HIM ALL THE COOL STUFF YOU GOT TO TELL ME, BUT I KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOOKING OVER US AND PROTECTING US THROUGH THE NIGHT. MY HEART STILL HURTS AND IT IS GETTING HARDER TO DEAL WITH YOUR DEATH WITH EVERY PASSING DAY. I STILL BLAME MYSELF FOR NOT SEEING YOU THAT YEAR. BUT I KNOW IT WASNT MY FAULT. I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I LOVE YOU AND I ALWAYS WILL AND I'M TRYING TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH JANET AND EVERYBODY ON YOUR SIDE. OH UNCLE KENNY TOLD AUNT JANET THAT HE THINKS LITTLE BILL LOOKS LIKE HIM WHICH WOULD MEAN HE LOOKS LIKE YOU. I MISS YOU DADDY AND WISH WE COULD HAVE HAD MORE TIME TOGETHER. I WILL SEE YOU SOON IN MY DREAMS DADDY. HOLD ME AND PROTECT ME AND MY SON THROUGH THE NIGHT. WITH ALL MY LOVE"
AMANDA KERWOOD of PARAGOULD, ARKANSAS

"to any and all the families of the fallen. we lost our beloved LCPL Christopher Mabry USMC in Ramadi, Iraq on 4-7-2004. we know the pain and sorrow you are going through. May God bless you all. with eternal love, The Mabry Family and The Woodall Family"
Frankie Mabry Woodall of Chunky, Miss

"I am a board member of America Supports You - Texas. We are looking for contact information for our fallen Heroes of Texas in order to contact family members so we can honor these Heroes at our up coming Armed Forces Day Banquet on May 17, 2008 in Amarillo, Texas. Please visit our web site AmericaSupportsYouTexas.org and send any contact info you might have to posted e-mail adresses listed on web site. Thank you and thank our soldiers, I am a Vietnam Combat wounded vet, please help us."
John Sanders of Amarillo, Texas

"My brother in law, Michael Patrick Pittman, is not on your list. He was stationed at Ft. Riley and died on June 15th, 2007 in Iraq. Can he be added to the memorial?"
Michelle Pittman of North Liberty, IA

"I am making a video for the fallen soldiers of fort campbell and would like a photogaph of the soldier. So anyone who would like to send a pic send it to connerstony@yahoo.com I will provide a link for video viewing for those that send pic Thank you and my prayers are with u and your family"
tony of franklin,tn usa

"Two soldiers showed up this morning to tell my sister that her son had died. He was 21 years old. He was a casualty of war in Iraq. It's only a few hours later and we don't know the details. He was a soldier and now he is a hero. There are no words and I don't understand why. We will take care of each other here. But I just don't understand and I can't stop crying for him. I know time will heal and help. It began snowing this afternoon. Within a few hours of us learning that you were no longer with us. It doesn't snow much in Georgia. It's 7 PM and it's still snowing. I believe it is angels crying in heaven. I pray for you and I pray you are home now. I pray for your mom and our family. I pray for your comrades. I pray you are at peace and smiling. We will put our faith in God and he will let us know that you are okay now. We love you and we will always be here for you. 1/16/08
I pray for the safe return of all of the soldiers still fighting in this war and I will continue to believe in our efforts and support our troops - in memory of John and the many other fallen heroes. God Bless us all."
Cindy of Kennesaw, Georgia

"LOVE YOU PAST THE SKY! We miss you so much honey..."
Aunt Lori and Uncle Keith of Rancho cucamonga ca

"Jose Rosario was my cousin I still remember like it was yesterday the times we spent together and laughters we shared. He was taken away from us too soon but he will never be forgotten. I have his picture at my desk at work where everyone can see my cousin a fallen soldier a HERO and now our Angel. Love you Cuz you still live in my heart"
Lily Soto-Steward of Smyrna,GA

"I have copies of dog tags of a fallen solider. If there is any family or friends of this person, I can send them to you. The name on the tags is Christopher Raymond DeGiovine. CPL age25 Iraqi Freedom. I go to an Illinois Freedom run with a lot of bikers, to honor fallen soliders. Anyone interested can contact me at gmabetts-3@comcast.net. I have found family of 2 other sets of dog tags and would like the family to have them as they would mean a lot more to them, even though I hold them with high respect."
Betty Beckley of Burbank Ill

"Years have passed, but it seems only like yesterday. You're gone from our eyes, but in our hearts you'll stay. We look at your son and see you in his face. Sitting by God, you're in your rightful place. A family, a wife a son - left behind. But never, no never are you far from our minds. You'll be always remembered and honored wherever, and through friends and strangers forever and ever.

As a mom of a son who was in the Air Force, I wish you peace and hope that you find joy in all the fond memories that you share."
Carol of West Palm Beach, FL

"PFC Charles Sims, Your a great american and awsome soldier, you are missed dearly, your Plt Sgt was my partner and he always spoke highly of you, I seen you in action a true warrior loving person, you define what a true american hero stand for"
MSG Carter of GA

"It's sad we loose so many good people for the world to be a better place to live. I will always remember the men and women who fought for that. Their are heroes."
Ricardo Santos of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais/Brazil

"you have my very deepest sympathy on the sacrifice your marine made for our country. may god rest his soul."
alberta gasher of brook park, ohio

"dustin im sorry"

"Soldier On


Cold,gray slabs
protruding from
Mother Earth
standing at
attention just
like its guests
who rest here


Somber,pillowy
clouds loom
overhead as
stinging rain comes
crying down


A Brother,Mother
Father,Sister,Friend
United we stand
Divided we fall


Gone,but not forgotten
purple hearts
within battling souls
will still soldier on

Written By:Vera Rose
To all the troops who sacrificed their lives for us.God Bless to you and your loved ones."
Vera Rose of Bedford,Texas,USA

"You are not a Fallen Hero...
You Are Alive In Us..."
Mike Zakian of Seattle

"MERRY CHRISTMAS! MAY GOD BE WITH YOU UNTIL ETERNITY!"
Mary

"A day does not go by that I do not think of you all. I am reminded that, all over our beautiful country there is an empty seat at a family BBQ, a baseball game, christmas dinner, or anything that brought our families together... I want you all to know. we have not forgotten you or your sacrifice that you have made for us and every time I gather with my family I put aside a moment for each and every one of you. We all miss you so much and we thank you.
Jason Jones
USA (ret)"
Jason Jones of Silver City, NM

"You will never be forgotten. Dad just saw you interview on youtube. John you are a hero."
Sgt. Warren C. Anderson USMC of Racine,WI

"damn cuz i can beilve u gone it was like yesterday although it been 2 years i miss you ....love you lotz"
stephanie garibay guerra of concord ca,

"It's been a year and a half since I last talked to my cousin Nate. He was the best cousin I could have ever asked for, I cried for weeks when I learned he was gone. I know that he sacrifaced himself for the safety of our country. He was truly a decidacated Coastie. I love him so much! and I miss him. I've met his daughter Harper only once when she was first born for I live so far away, but the moment I saw her I immediatly saw Nate, at this point people would say I loved him, as in the past, but I still love him and I always will, so Nate, I love you so much, and I hope you'll be waiting for me with open arms the day I come to heaven.
Rest In Peace Nathan Bruckenthal. Rest In Peace, knowing you've done everything right, I love you so much and so does the rest of the family! We will always remember you."
Anonymous of New Farfield CT.

"Segura,
What can I say that has not been said. I miss you dearly. I still cant accept that you are gone. you were my brother and i will never forget all the things we have done. christmas again this year just wont be the same with out you. If there was only one good thing that came out of Fort Stewart it was our friendship. I will NEVER forget you. love your SIS..Tanya"
Tanya Odom of charleston,sc

"I was once stationed with B-2/44 ADA in 2000. I have since left just prior to the war. I'm sorry to here so many great men, and brothers, have died at a young age. I wish I could say I knew them all,but I didn't know many of them personally. May GOD Bless their souls and their loved ones that supported there decision to fight for our rights."
James Butler of Fredericksburg Virginia

"I think of you always. I have tried my hardest to change the date "known" as the date of his death (which is posted as 10 Aug 03) but he died a few minutes after midnight. I was the only one there, holding him when he passed. His date needs to be changed to 11 Aug 03. I miss you Dave."

"I am the mother of a fallen sailor,Shayna A. Schnell.As you know I miss her all the time. If I didn't have my faith, I really don't know what I would do. If thier is anyone that grieves over my little girl I offer my condolences just remember her and in turn you are also honoring her remember Shayna wouldn' want you to cry for she is in a much happier place.GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU"
Suzanne Silacci of Adamsville TN USA

"Partner.....Miss You Lots.. Doin Great!!! Ill Miss You Until The End!!! Just Like you said "the leaves are fallin," and the weathers great, our football team is doing awesome, i wish you could be here with me....."

"PVT. Justin Yoemans, You served with my son SPC Foster Barton in Iraq. Thanks for your service to our Country. You were a true HERO! To your family I offer my condolences! I keep you all in my daily prayers.God Bless You All!"
Cindi Barton of Grove City, Ohio

"SPC Ebert, You were in son's unit in Iraq.You were a true HERO!! Thanks for your service for our freedom! To your family, I offer my condolences.
I keep your family in daily prayers! God Bless You ALL! Mother of SPC Foster Barton"
Cindi Barton of Grove City, Ohio

"To the Nicholaus Zimmer Family, My heart goes out to you. My son enlisted the same time your son did. They had the same recruiter. I keep your family in my daily prayers. My son made it home wuth a Purple Heart. Your son was a true HERO!! God Bless You ALL"
Cindi Barton of Grove City, Ohio

"To the family of Eric Berholtz. My husband was a Marine in Vietnam & my son has also served in Iraq & received a Purple Heart. My heart goes out to your family. I often visit your sons grave in Grove City.I keep your family in my daily prayers! Your son was true HERO! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!"
Cindi Barton of Grove City,Ohio

"GOD watch over & protect ALL OUR ARMED SERVICEMEMBERS! THANKS for all you do for us! I keep you & your families in my prayers daily! SPECIAL PRAYERS to the families of the FALLEN SERVICEMEMBERS!!! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!I say a special prayer daily for my son SPC Foster C. Barton. A brave young soldier who earned a Purple Heart! You are my HERO! Please continue to Pray for our Troops!! God protect them & keep them safe!Thanks to ALL for your service!!God Bless You ALL"
Cindi Barton of Grove City, Ohio

"I just want to say thank you. I pray God gives you peace and strength to carry on."
Cathy Hungate of Thompsonville, IL./USA

"www.fueledbythefallen.com
Created by Kevyn Major Howard of Kubricks "Full Metal Jacket" Its an amazing tribute to all and a very honorable cause!"
Ty of Los Angeles CA

"To thoes that have served in combat you know the feeling of loosing a friend or loved one. I am a service member returning home from my 5th tour in Afganistan and Iraq and I want to say that I am so very sorry to all thoes families that have had to loose a loved one to this. I have ost many friends as well as soldiers there but I want to thank all of thoes men and women, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen for the sacrifices that you have made. My prayers go to your families and loved ones."
SSG Mack of Anchorage, Alaska

"Hey Fernando, It's me Renee. I just wanted to let you know that the 5 Year anniversary of "Gs" death is Nov. 11, 2008. I really would like to do something special at Fort Hood and at the church. Can you please send some feedback. I honestly think that this would be really good for all of us.
Love your big sister,
Renee
A big sister missing her little brother"
Renee of Escondido, Ca. USA

"Mr. Rivera, I neglected to tell you that we are not raising money for the memorial. We are only looking for a group or person that will see that it is done. The Rings of Remembrance are complete in their concept and design. Our group would appreciate your assisting us to spread the good news and help us find a leader.

Thank you for your help. May God bless those that grieve.

Mary W. Gorbett"
Mary W. Gorbett of Etowah, NC

"To the wife and family of Charles G. Wells; Charles has been a true example to the citizens and service men of the United States of America. Lump, thank you for your sacrifice to mankind, enduring freedom."
Terlyn of Montgomery, AL/US

"Mr. Rivera, I am still working on the memorial for our fallen heroes, sons and daughters. Would it be possible to have a link with your web site? We are working on ours now: www.ringsofremembrance.com
I can send your our brochure on line if you have an e-mail web site that will accept it.

With only good thoughts. Respectfully,
Mary W. Gorbett"
Mary W. Gorbett of Etowah, NC 28729

"I pray fot the families that their lives will be filled with less sadness and pain in the coming year. Our country is forever grateful for their sacrifice."
Natalie Bond of Tulsa, Ok USA

"Frances maybry always in our thoughts ,2/4 families and all military service men and women, GOD BLESS you all for your sacrifices. Peterson famalies"
Gary Peterson of Dayton,OHIO,USA

"Frances maybry always in our thoughts ,2/4 families and all military service men and women, GOD BLESS you all for your sacrifices. Peterson famalies"
Gary Peterson of Dayton,OHIO,USA

"francis mabry god bless you your in our thoughts , 2/4 golf co. families and all our military, love Petersons."
gary peterson of Dayton,OHIO,USA

"God bless you and your family.....I am a Marine that had seen the program on HBO and just wanted too let u know that your story has touched me....i just want to say that i could never imagine what u have and are going through...May god bless the rest of your lifes!!"
Jeremy Lepsch of Tonawanda, NY USA

"my name is corporal garcia from 3/1 1st platoon. i served with bryan for about two years and participated together in the initial invasion together as a platoon. I never knew bryan on a personal level but as far as his work ethics, he had plenty of determination and heart. that in my own eyes was plenty of enough to be part of the worlds best organization, the United States Marine Corps Semper Fi to Bryan for your ultimate sacrifice and to the family God Bless

Corporal Armando J Garcia 3/1 Lima Warrior 1st Platoon 1st Squad"
armando garcia of del rio tx USA

"God Bless You!! My family and I pray for the families of our fallen heros and would like to say "Thank You" for all that you have sacraficed. You are in our hearts and thoughts daily. I have boys that are 8 and 12 years old and because of the amazing servicemembers of this great nation maybe my boys will always know freedom and not have to sacrafice like these heros. My children ask about our troops often you are never forgotten. Thank you, again."
Melinda V. of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, U.S.A.

"Hi Keeks,

You were thought about so much this Thanksgiving. I set a place for you like I will every year. I fought back the tears as I went through the day because I miss you so.....I will always be proud of you and the sacrifice you've made. You have made us all better people and we look forward to seeing you again. I will love and miss you always. Life will never be the same without you and I will hold you close in my heart. Talk to you soon, my son........."

"My heart breaks for the loss of all these good and brave men and women. My heart swells with pride to call them my countrymen. My heart offers sincere respect and thanks for their dedication and ultimate sacrifice for all of us. God bless."
Rachel Carney of Edison, N.J.

"On this Thanksgiving, I just want to thank the families of our brave fallen heros. My heart breaks for your loss, yet as a stranger to you I still feel the most sincere love, respect and admiration for your sons and daughters who gave the ultimate sacrifice for me, my family and this nation.

These brave young men and women were the best young people in this country. It makes me angry that they lost their lives, so that the ill-informed anti-war protestors can continue to spew their stupidity from the safety of their Marxist Universities. But I guess that is price of Freedom.

God bless you all. Know that your loss is not in vain and is appreciated by Americans who still care about this nation.

Thank you."
Joyce Romano of Redondo Beach, CA

"I grieve for all of the fallen soldiers. I lost my brother Glenn in Bagdad in 2006 and need contact with veterans. E-mail me at realmariam2007@yahoo.com"
Mariam Richards of New York

"On Thanksgiving Day 2007 I give thanks for all the people willing to risk all for others. You may have joined the US military for different reasons, but you knew that you could be called upon to go in harm's way. You may not fully understand or believe in the reason, and many of the people you serve may never say thanks or show appreciation. I say THANK YOU!!!"
Anonymous of Middletown, Delaware, USA

"hello katie sky. Had a bit of paper fight on campus over hum hub hubbard, that elbow on knee that is MB says 213, 2 prophets of disaster, paper fight over destiny, tip of spear. How are you ? re, search questions........"
rosenstein of Katana duel at MA MA Hopi Tsemoni

"Tonight I remember the sacrifice of Lcpl Roger Deeds. Two years ago today my son lost a close friend. I will always honor and remember him giving all his tomorrows for me."
Ron Krum, Father of Lcpl Adam Krum 2/1 Weapons Co. of Palmyra PA

"Happy Veterans Day!!"

"MY SON CPL BRIAN L CHEVALIER WAS KILLED BY AN IED ON MARCH 14 2007 IN IRAQ BUT IS NOT IN THIS LIST"
FONDA of GA

"My son, Kyle was killed June 29th, 2006. The date posted is incorrect."
Kathy Miller of Bird Island, MN,USA

"Pvt. Frantz

“Just wanted to let you know that you and your family are not forgotten and never far from my thoughts.”
Thank you for your service"
Dayleon Harris of Atlanta, Ga, US

"Thank you for allowing your loved one to protect and serve his or her country. May the almighty give you enduring strength !"
BonnieMayo of Virginia

"A few weeks ago one of my friends told me that he had written a letter to G.Bush. In it he had suggested that the president make a law that each state have a street named after every fallen hero from there state. It would be very nice to have our sons or daughters name on a street from there home town. The president never answered the letter."
Jim Lowell USMC of New Castle Delaware.

"Pam & Jeff and Our Babies, What a story to watch unfold all the away around this world. Please know we will always love you and be indebited for your sacricfice to us and our country. It has been a blessing to watch our Wonderful Lord work thru you and bring Glory to His name. We love you all. The Pyattes"
tillie pyatte of brownsburg In

"sorry for your loss.
3/5th mardiv"
shawn of st.thomas u.s. virgin islands

"My Brother is PFC.and i have not lost him yet thank god but i am so sorry to those who have lost someone and thankyou for servign for our country god bless you all"
Becky of Pembroke MA

"My Brother is PFC. Anderson and i have not lost him yet thank god but i am so sorry to those who have lost someone and thankyou for servign for our country god bless you all"
Becky of Pembroke MA

"Thank you for your sacrifice. God bless you and your family."
Paula Hartley of Tulsa, Ok.

"I really feel for our fallen soilders families but these young men and women are dying to protect our country may god keep their families and bless them.I know god chooses them to go and its hard just remember the good times and forget the bad may God be with us all."
victoria of madisonville kentucky

"Fernando, I have read some of your messages and think that it is great you still do this. I know you how much you miss your brother and how bad it hurts. Justice and him were very close. Too bad he never got close to his own son. I think that it is great that you named your son after him. That is a great tribute. He will be missed forever and always in the hearts of the ones who loved him. You two were so close. He would tell me that when he was living with you, you two fought all the time. It must be because you were so much alike. Roxanne brought out the best in him. I use to think that when he came back he was going to get to know his son and be apart of his life. I am glad you get to see him and spend the time with him that G didn't. Don't ever forget what he gave up for you!

Roxanne, i am sorry for your loss. I haven't had the nerve to write anything before and I am sorry for that. My condolences to you and I hope after 4 years it is getting a little easier. I know you two were soul mates and he will never be replaced in your heart. You brought out the best in him. God knows he wasn't the best person before you. But a hero with you! But as it ends we look back and remember the good things that have been accomplished and acheived and thank god that he put G into our lives. I hope you are doing well.

Now that the anniversary of the day you were taken is coming up fast I have been thinking and wishing you were still here. For your wife, for your son and for your family. God rest your soul."
Patricia of CA

"Hey homie, it's been too long, just want u to know that i think about you everyday."
Cam of Brooklyn, NY

"My flag waves everyday remembering all that you have given us."
Troy B. Williams of Fort Worth, Texas

"Dear Raines Family.Iam so sorry to read about your loss,my family will pray for you.your son was a true american,who gave the ultimate sacrafice.I to have a raines in the military(us army)he to signed up in war time,and would go if called.I could not imangine the hurt."
Douglas G Raines of Brownstown michigan

"May our fallen soldiers Rest In Peace"

Visit this website for Photos taken at the Boot Memorial/chicago during Memorial Day weekend (bigalex.com/gallery/3612792). Pass this link to other Vets or family members!"
Ines Gardea (USMC 76-80) of Chicago, Il 60629 igardea@msn.com

"Visit this Website for photos of a memorial in Chicago for our fallen heroes, (bigalex.com/gallery). Keep on supporting our troops and those who have given the ultimate sacrafice"
Ines Gardea (USMC 76-80) of Chicago, Il

"it hurt me so much to find out that you passed away, i still can't believe it, there is so many memories of us together, i know i had a big impact in your heart just like you in mine, and is to hard to forget about someone as special as you were in my life, we had so many plans together but that we never got to acomplish, and then the news of you getting married were w/me every day that passed by, and all i care for was to know that you were happy. I believe you are in a better place now and i am happy for that, you will always be in my heart."
Margarita of homestead fl.

"We miss you and Love you always"
Rosalba Kuhn of Laguna Vista Tx

"As always the family members of these gallant sailors and soldiers are in my prayers and I thank them for this ultimate sacrifice for the people of our land, the United States of America."
Edward Minger, LCDR, USNR ret of Allentown, PA

"You are in our prayers and thoughts every day. We are gray haired wrinklies with no children of our own. We have adopted all of you. God bless and know that we love every one of you."
Wings of Birch Bay

"Watching the morning sky and thanking of my Sailor who gave his life for our country, 1-21-02, and liked two months serving thirty years.
He served with pride and I had put a memorial for him on here along time ago.
He always said, serve our Lord, our country and care for your family.
Never count the time apart, count the time together..
God Bless all the men and women serving our country, may God Bless you and keep you safe in his arms, where you can come home safe too your family..
I hear the taps playing in my mind and what a beautiful sound..
Fly your American flag everyday and never let the sun go down on her and a light on her at night..
May the good Lord hold you in the hollow of his hand and the wind be at your back.."
Jo Ann Sams of Bigelow, Arkansas

"Thank God for all of you."
Scott Asbjornsen of Milton, WA

"ONE LAST THING
By Dondee Barrick

Dirty blankets all filled with sand
Sleeping with one eye open...gun in hand
How I can't wait to leave this land
To see those faces back home again
A girl's on the way...so I'm told
When I see her she'll be 6 months old
Yet as I lay here in this same sand
God is telling me of another plan
So here I am, Katie Sky
Face to face, eye to eye
I was sent here to see you first
To spend time with you
Before the day of your birth
I am your father, but don't be sad
Though I won't be able
to hold your hand
I will always be your dad
People will tell you about how I was
The funny things I did when I was young
And how you are just like me
except, of course, you're more girly
As you grow, continue to know that I'll be there...
When you laugh or cry...I'll be there
When your happy or sad...I'll be there
On your first day of school...I'll be there
I will be there to warm you, guide you,
protect you, and love you always
So, now it's time for you to go
Just as it was my time to come Home
Keep your head high, be proud and love life
You know I'll be watching from this side...
my darlin' baby girl...
Oh yeah...one last thing before you go
You've got two good brothers to look after you
and a wonderful mother to care for you
And there may be times when mom feels sad
and starts to cry
Just hug her and kiss her,
tell her you love her and that Daddy says, "Hi."""

"Sgt. Yadir G. Reynoso....WHAT CAN I SAY HE WAS THE MAN WHO MADE SURE I KNEW WHAT I HAD TO TO STAY ALIVE THE 1ST AND SECOND TIME TO IRAQ ......IN SOI ME AND HIM DID NOT GET ALONG TILL THE LAST WEEK .WHEN I WAS GETTING ON THE BUS TO GO TO MY DUTY STATION HE GAVE ME A ROCK AND SAID I BETTER KEEP IT AND IT WAS MY ID. IN 3 SHORT WEEKS I WAS IN IRAQ UPON MY 2ND TIME TO IRAQ SGT. REYNOSO HAD JUST RENLISTED AND WAS IN MY UNIT .THE DAY AFTRER HE DIED I ASKED FOR HIM AND CPL. MAC TOLD ME HE WAS DEAD I COULD NOT BELIEVE WHAT I HAVE HEARD HE WAS A GREAT METORRE TO ME AND I WILL ALWAYS MISS HIM ."
NAZARIO (NACHO) NAVARRO of ONTARIO CA

"In Remembering our Heroes, let us not give up the fight. We are now the warriors for the fallen. Remember the quote that goes something like, "The pen is mightier than the sword?" Make sure you always write or say what you can so that these fine Heroes as President Lincoln said in his Gettysburg address, "...That we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain..." God Bless all of our fallen warriors. May we be as mighty in the battle against our enemies as they were."
Dennis U of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

"He was sooooooooooooooooooo young.i am too.im 10!!hes my step cousin!!!"
Jordan Banta of Plaqumine,LA U.S.

"My brother died almost four years ago serving our country and so I truely know that pain and pride every familly member and friend of a fallen soldier feels. I also find it very disheartening that not everyone understands or appreciates the sacrifice that all our service members endure. Some give all, but all give some! Recently I discovered a song by Lonestar that makes me cry everytime I hear it but also gives me hope, that there are still people in this country that know the extreem sacrifice that every soldier gives for our freedom. The songs title is Somebody's Someone and I ask everyone to listen to this song...even if you do not like or listen to country music...even if you are afraid that it will make you cry too, and especially if you DO or DO NOT personally know someone that has died serving our country. If you like the song and it's message please pass the song's name onto others, because it has a very important message and it was "buried" on thier cd, I've never even heard it on the radio.

I just want to thank all the service members who have ever given thier time and especially the ones that have given thier life serving our country and protecting my freedom. THANK YOU ALL!!!"
Kelly (Tyrrell) Zitelman of Dixon, IL

"Hey sweetie, i know you will never read this but it been some years now since you have been gone and i still thank about you. i wish i could have said a lot more before you went over there you may be gone but you are always in my heart i think about you and my baby girl all the time ryan i am sorry that had to be the way you left but thank you so much for being the friend you was, for being so brave you are always in my heart. i love you"
Tressie of arkansas

"To all the families of fallen soldiers, my prayer goes out to you all. I know it must be hard to lose your loved ones, but they are true patriots. Continue to be strong and remember those soldiers who are still fighting."
SHEREEN of JAMAICA

"To all the family,s of the guys who were with Chris Mabry2-4 Marines in Ramadi, Iraq, you are in our thoughts and prayers. And to the familys of the Fallen, we love and pray for you daily. SEMPER FI"
The Mabry Family of Chunky, Miss

"In loving memory of LCPL Chris Mabry KIA Ramadi, Iraq 4-7-2004.We still love and miss you so very much. You are for-ever in our hearts. love your aunt."
Frankie Mabry Woodall of Chunky,miss

"Dear Christine Dooley, I just want to thank you for your husband's sacrifice for our country. I found this web page and it didn't take me long to tear up. My brother is currently serving in the Marines. May God Bless you and your little girl. We Americans are in your debt, it's because of heroes like your husband this land is free,"
Jeff Brooks of Staunton, Va, USA

"Sorry for my bad english.
I`m a 31 Year old man from germany.
All the soldiers died for al victems in the world.They fight against the terrorism for all of us. We had to say THANK YOU.
This soldiers are the real heroes for me.
God save America."
Werner Sumser of Augsburg/ Germany

"i wish.....there has never be a day that i dont think of you."
sandy of chicago, ill

"Jeremiah, Bradley and I wanted you to know that you will never be forgotten and we think of you often. Wish you got to meet our little one and one on the way. We know you are watching over them and us though. We want to thank you for serving our country you fought for all of us. Also thanks for all the CRAZY but funny memories we have of you. Love you buddy!

Spanton Family"
Bradley & Gloria Spanton of Warden, WA

"Sgt.Maj. Michael C Mettille---We were blessed to have known Mike for 11 years . not only as a neighbor but a friend. He truly loved his family and country-- and was proud to be serving for all of us. We miss him and think about his kind gestures and thoughts all of the time. America has lost a hero-- but heaven has an angel now."
Hazen family of West Saint Paul, Minnesota

"A true EAGLE. Thank You"
Rubin of Bronx, New York

"My heart goes out to all the families of our nation who have lost a loved one during these conflicts. I lost my Son.
With each new name written in the book of life the pain in my heart opens once again.
To all the brave men and women now serving our country...THANK YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE IN HIS ARMS. You are all in my prayers daily."
Mother of Robert J Cook Afghanistan 1/29/04 of Sun Prairie, WI

"Thank you from Littleton, CO where your memorial was erected with the help of my son-in-law and best friend. I lost my son on 8/7/02. He was a member of the Air Force Special Operations Force/Air Intellegence Agency. He died believing in this country and this cause. I know the pain your family endures. With pride SSGT Shane H Kimmett's father, Dan"
D. M. Kimmett of Littleton, CO USA

"Amazing video & song tribute to our fallen soldiers in Iraq

http://youtube.com/watch?v=f-pjFCdwfJE

This amazing video & song are a tribute to our fallen soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. All of the photographs seen in this video were reconstructed using the names of the 3,644 soldiers who lost their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan between Oct. 7, 2001 and April, 7 2007."
Derek Whitmore of New York, NY

"I have seen many things in my life some good and some bad some I thought were as good as it gets so I thought, but after seeing so much there is something that makes me feel so good about myself and being an American. I am speaking of course about all of these hero's, these hero's have given their all for us. I wish I could talk to them and tell them although the wrold may never understand, I do and will forever until the day comes for me to meet our hero's I will gladly and proudly tell the stories of the fallen hero's and what it means to me and my family and community. I only wish and pray that some how you all can hear me and accept my Thanks for being all of our Hero's!"
M.Miller of Garden City, MI

"Rob,
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you.We miss you and are very Proud of you and what you stood for.
Sometimes I think about what it would have been like to grow up without your
influence in my life,you were more like an older brother than my cousin.I believe you made a big difference in my life and that you are still with me somehow.I love you and I miss you.
CWO Robert Channell"
Chuck Sansing of Tuscaloosa,Alabama

"Rob,
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you.We miss you and are very Proud of you and what you stood for.
Sometimes I think about what it would have been like to grow up without your
influence in my life,you were more like an older brother than my cousin.I believe you made a big difference in my life and that you are still with me somehow.I love you and I miss you."
Chuck Sansing of Tuscaloosa,Alabama

"In rememberance of Matthew C. Bowe. Died in Iraq Feburary 19th, 2007. Was 19 years old. I will always remember him as my buddy and like a son of mine and I will never forget him being such a hero and saving and rescuing others and thinking of them and not himself. He was a HERO!!!!! May God Bless The Family"
Jackie of Pennsylvania Moon Township

"Brothers, you keep on doing the job that has kept this nation the GREATEST on the whole damn planet. Your fallen will not be forgotten,unlike the time I served.Give them hell even in your dreams Victory is in the heart and soul of every AMERICAN. WE will overcome and surpass any type,shape,form,or smell of * on this globe. SEMPER-FI."
daryl higdon-2598 of TENNESSEE

"SPC Aaron Forbes...will be missed dearly. When I first came to 1-67 AR he was the first person I met. Aaron was such a jokster and a great person. I got to know Aaron for about 2 years before we deployed. Aaron I will miss you dearly. I was assigned with you through gunnery and all the field problems. Your antics and jokes helped me get use to 1-67's harsh antics. We became good friends and I will miss you dearly. I am volunteering for another deploymet assignment now....your family helped us thoroughout the deployment and I am volunteering to go back now. Aaron....when I go back.... believe me... I will avenge you. I hope this doesn't offend anyone. Any family members of Aaron Forber (esp. immediate family members) please feel free to contact me)"
SPC Polk, Billy of El Paso, TX

"my son Cpl. Aaron M. Griner was KIA 06/28/06 in Afghanistan by an IED left by the russians in the 1990's. I do not see him listed on your site. Why?"
Anita Lovallo of FL

"The Third Floor
All generations unfold,
and time seems to stand still,
as it waits for another fallen soldier
up here on the third floor.
For some life just seems to fade away slowly,
while others just slip away in a moment.
Then there are those who are fortunate to go home,
and those who have made this their home
up here on the third floor.
And yet!
We also see comrades,
Even if their paths cross for the first time,
Prove that the bond which only soldiers share,
Can still hold strong
Up here on the third floor.
Then when we see in amazement,
an aged unfortunate soldier,
appreciate his life,
and then feel bad for those who are less fortunate.
We cannot compare ourselves,
for the true meaning of a soldier's heart
is deeply shown
up here on the third floor.
When we see these fighting soldiers
set aside their dignity,
Accept the help they need,
without the feeling of defeat,
they define the true meaning of a soldier's inner strength
up here on the third floor.
When an almost helpless soldier who just seems to shine
throws a glowing smile your way,
it is meant for you to catch.
If you catch it with your heart,
You are beyond blessed,
For this is a true gesture of one's pride given to you,
From someone so very special
Up here on the third floor.
Even now when age and health issues are catching
Up to these brave soldiers,
and they share unbelievable stories with us about
past experiences,
we cannot help but have deep emotions of respect.
For they show us the true meaning of courage
then and now.
Up here on the third floor.
We see fully aware but cannot move,
we see some staring into space,
we see some who are just ready to go.
We see some who are just function with routine,
and those who really don't know what's next.
We see those who are terminal, but enjoy each day they have.
We see those who just deal with the situation,
we see those who display how proud they are of themselves,
we see those who seem happy all the time
and those who, plain and simple, love seeing others has fun.
We see all sorts,
so we shall continue to serve them,
as we are honored and proud
to be part of their lives
up here on the third floor.
When we are with these wounded soldiers day after day,
and share kind caring moments together,
we develop so many small relationships,
So many different relationships,
for these times are treasured.
We hope and look forward to having another moment with them
up here on the third floor.
Sometimes we will see soldiers that are very concerned
about themselves while hanging onto the new day they have.
They really do not want to be alone,
so they reach out to others.
If we are paying attention,
This should remind us how being close to the ones we love
Is so very important,
For no one really wants to be alone,
Not even
Up here on the third floor.
Once in awhile we have the privilege of meeting that
Remarkable soldier,
who through his cheerful good nature and
Endless unconditional thoughtfulness toward others
seems to capture our attention and
throughout the entire hospital,
Brings contentment and joy to everyone he encounters
up and beyond the third floor.
When we see those who pass on,
our hearts glorify them for their bravery and commitment,
they gave for our freedom.
So with faith and hope we pray that they, themselves,
Find freedom in heaven, after leaving
the third floor. Amen."
ARMY SFC. OTERO of FLORIDA

"Sergeant Major, it has been a while since we have talked other than through prayer. I know all is well with you as I know you are in heaven because of the type of man you are and the life you lived. I just wanted to thank you for all that you did for me and the JAG Corps as you may not know how much that is. I will get promoted to SGM on 1 Sep 07 and only hope to be one tenth of the man that you are and were and honor your memory through service. Thank you again. Troy"
Troy D. Tyler of Fort Jackson, SC

"Charles, I just wanted to let you know that I still have you in my mind my brother. You will never be forgotten."
GySgt Mlay of Okinawa, Japan

"Hi Irving today I was reading the messages that the people write for you and for the family. I'ts hard no to see you around, i'ts hard not hear your voice telling me I love you dad. Irving you know how much I mist you, you know how much I love you And you know that You always going to live in my heart and my memories I love you my little son"
Jorge Medina of Middletown NY

"I salute all who have given their all to us.. They are truely devoted and dedicated to doing what they love to do... Id love to be able to thank them all while looking t hem in the eyes.. I no this will never get to happen but I still send my thanks and appreciation to them all... Id also like to say to the families of the fallen.. The person who is no longer there by your side is not far away... No that they are heros, they are brave mighty ones.. They have done, and experienced more than most of us ever will.. I was wanting tojoin the National Guard but it didnt happen that way.. I have 5 children so my dreams of joining might as well be gone.. I do work with vets in the VA:) Just no that our fallen will never be 4gotten ... They will always be here in my heart..."
Amber Fox of Lebanon Tn.

"TO ALL THAT HAVE SERVED AND FOR THOSE WHO ONE DAY WILL PICK UP THE TORCH TO CONTINUE THE FIGHT FOR OUR FREEDOM, THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART."
FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS, WE LOVE YOU ALL AND APPRECIATE THE COMMITMENT AND SACRAFICES THAT YOU HAVE MADE. THANK YOU.

STEVEN L SQUIRE...UNITED STATES NAVY VETRAN ABOARD THE USS MIDWAY DURING OPERATION DESERT SHIELD AND OPERATION DESERT STORM.

GOD BLESS YOU ALL"
STEVEN L. SQUIRE of BELLEVUE, WA

"A big THANK YOU to all of the sevice men and women for puttin your life on the line for our FREEDOM,, God bless you all n keep you all safe,,, you are in our prayers"
F.Hardin n family of Ballinger Tex,,,

"Sgt Ariel Rico it has almost been 4 years since you left to heaven i miss you so much brother you was the first person that gave me a good welcome when i first came in the unit 3320FA I remember you for being a great family man a person with a good heart and dedication i will always remember you as the guy who knew what was hard work and dedication all about i will never forget our good times in Ft.Campbell you will be miss brother"
Rafael Paulino of Passaic,NJ,USA

"It has been 4 years since your death i still remember the times when you would come to the barracks and knock on my door and motivate me to go to church i still remember the times when you took me under your wings as a young soldier when i was 19 years old words cant describe how much i miss you you will never be forgotten and i send all my condolences to your family miss you brother 3320th FA RED KNIGHTS"
Rafael Paulino of Passaic New Jersey

"A MESSAGE FROM 1 VIETNAM VET. DEBBIE I WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR SON OR HIS SERVICE TO THIS COUNTRY."
"ROE" ROBERT ARNOLD of LUMBERTON, MS

"God Bless all servicemembers both
past and present. Without their bravery,
ruthless dictators and evil would rule
and our freedoms would be at risk.
I realize you are suffering tremendous pain, so my prayers are with you EVERYDAY. Your fallen loved ones will always be remebered for their honorable spirit...fighting to perpetuate freedom in America and throughout the world. I wish there were more people like me in America who really understand how
critical a strong military is and what it really means to appreciate our freedoms - which have ONLY been made possible by military victories and by
heroes such as your loved ones. I hope this message will help ease your pain. Please stay positive and stay strong."
Ken of Florida

"it is 2007 and i find my self luis villacorta and alex rodriguez talking about geoffrey..seems like yesterday we were all in the lunch line waiting for our lunch.. seems like yesterday you were displaying your martial arts kicks... doggy dog the last persons you will ever think would talk about you now today august the 19th 2007 its me and alex rodriguez loco en tu memoria one love one blood see you soon..."
luis v alex rodriguez of los angeles cali foshay#1

"I was born and raised in india, currently residing in canada.Hindhu's in india were slaughtered like animals by these islamic terrorists.I lived with fear while travelling in india.I have to thank the americans for sending their troops who dismantled all the terror network training camps.I thank all the fallen heroes for making the world a safe place.You will go to heaven and rest in peace.My condolences to all the family member's of the fallen hero and it is a great honor to be a soldier.GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!GOD BLESS U.S.A!!"
Param of Canada

"My husband, Steve and I never had the pleasure of actually meeting Eric, however, we did connect via e-mail after we adopted his beloved dog, Hannah. Eric e-mailed us and told us many helpful things about Hannah. He also told us how much he loved her and that it gave him great piece of mind knowing she was in a good home with us.
We have made Hannah part of our family along with our two German Shepherds. She is spoiled rotten, just like she was meant to be.
We keep in constant contact with Eric's mom and step-dad. Through Eric's wonderful dog, we have met many wonderful people, all sharing in the love of Eric.
We hoped some day to return Hannah to Eric. Unfortunately, that day will have to wait longer than we thought. But Hannah and Eric will meet again some day and they will toss the soccer ball around again, like old times.
Steve and I are proud to report that Hannah was recently named National Pet Therapy of the Year 2007! Hannah will be honored in Williamsburg, VA in Oct.
We are so proud of her and this National honor is something Eric would be so proud of too.
Recently Eric's mother gave us Eric's bandana, which Hannah will wear at the awards ceremony. So Eric will be there too!!
God bless Eric, we know you are watching over us. You seem to show up at the just the right times, an eagle gliding in the beautiful blue sky. Your big bear is doing just fine!!"
Jennifer Beno of Green Bay, WI

"Riley, I cant thank you enough for all that you did for me, especially helping me build my house. Ill always remember late evenings at mooners river lot and the huge catfish you caught on the river. Oh and who could forget that grin you had on that face of yours.I will also never forget shooting bows at Rich Franeks how you and moon would always hit the moving target first. Bow season is coming soon and this ones for you pal.
R.I.P Brother"
Tim Tirre of Leslie, MO .USA

"Thank you Mark, and thank you Kim and Angie."
Debby Cole of Rochester Hills, MI

"Greg,it has been three long years since we said goodbye.Not a day goes by that I don't have thoughts of you.I was so happy and deeply touched to receive the wonderful portrait that Mr.Brandon Wallace had made to honor you.It is such a good likeness of you it is sitting on the mantel next to your medals for all to see that come into my home.I was so proud of you,can you imagine all the loving,thoughtful people who came to the Womens Pavillon in Arlington National Cemetary in Washington,D.C.to honor all of your fellow soldiers and yourself!!I don't know how to reach Mr.Wallace,but I want to thank him and all the other artists who made this tribute possible.I wish it could have stayed up since there unfortunately are more brothers joining you and they to should be honored and their faces viewed by all that love you guys and what you boys gave up for us in the name of freedom.I love you Greg ,you are in my thoughts and prayers each day.I also would like to thank all that visit Greg's site,it is comforting to know your memories of Greg and that he is also in your thoughts and prayers as well.
God Bless my son,Greg
Love Mom[Janis wahlBree]"
janis bree of Spring,Tx..u.s.a.

"God bless all the fallen soldiers who gave their life's and made the ultimate sacrifice so we can enjoy
Freedom.
To all Wall Street Firms create a fund then, 0.10c of every equity transaction dedicated to help the families of the fallen and wounded soldiers."
Jake of Marlboro, NJ

"For all those who made the ultimate sacrifice! May God bless you!"
Tina Kurth of Milwaukee,WI

"Thank you for giving your life for our country so we can still live it. This country was founded on the basis of freedom to serve God & others. My Dad is a 3 year Vietnam Vet & I have grown up in a Military family. You have my complete support & the prayers of my family are with the Military!!! THANK YOU!!!"
Deborah Dooley of Springfield, MO/ USA

"Thank you Michael Murphy, and your mates. Semper Fi. Rest in Peace.
Siochan.
Tom Tierney
Long Islander
Marine helo pilot"
Tom Tierney of Jacksonville, Florida

"p.f.c. cody grater , god as open up his arms and took you from us. you was to young to leave but god had better plans for you , theres know pain are heartaches up in heaven , you touch alot of people in your small town .. your mother and sister loves you so much and you will always be in our hearts .. now you sing with the angels and look down on us , ever now and then please send us a sign that you r thinking about us ... miss you tammy ,chris ,josh ,iris r.i.p. 07-29-07"
tammy of waycross ga

"Hey Brent,
Whats up my friend?? Well, I know that you are living in a better place. A world that is free of wars and turmoil. We miss you though. Also, wishing that you were here to continue your mandate to help make this world a better place.
Yes, you did your part and was called to higher service.
Please say hello to Jesus and tell him that we all need his strength to survive in this wicked world.
One day we will meet in your neck of the woods and we will re-live the memories of the good old days.
Happy anniversary my friend and brother!!"
Richie Lindo of Gastonia, NC USA

"salam
man nemidoonam inja che khabare.
vali age aghaye saeed jafarkhany payame mano did lotfan ba man tamas begire
f_jafarkhany@yahoo.com"
fazi of tehran - iran

"GOD BLESS ALL OF OUR SOLDIERS! THEY ARE ALL INCREDIBLY BRAVE!"
Greta Smith of Florida

"To the family

Matt Axelson is a hero just like all of our brave soldiers who have died for our country. he is always going to be remembered as hero. May you all find peace within your heart."
Joe Namath of Kansas City, Kansas

"Please spread the word. The Florida Fallen Heroes, Timothy J Seamans Memorial Foundation is planning a Florida Statewide Event on November 10th, 2007. The event, The Fallen Veterans Memorial Ride, encompasses 5 departing cities: Jacksonville, New Port Richey, Fort Myers, Orlando, and Miami in which riders (in vehicles, on motorcycles, or in RV's)will ride in honor to EAST ORLANDO HARLEY DAVIDSON for a Ceremony Celebration. The event will be held from 7p-10p. This is the foundation's first Florida statewide event. We hope to grow to include other states in the future. We invite all family members, friends and supporters to attend. The funds will be used to build monuments at each of the Florida Fallen Heroes High Schools, also honoring past war veterans. In addtion, we are setting up medical funds and scholarships for family members and siblings of the fallen heroes. Please contact me at 904-537-3306 or check out the website at www.floridafallenheroes.org
My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Sincerely, Janet Kim"
Janet Kim of Jacksonville, FL

"To all those who serve with 3rd infantry division fort stewart Ga we hope for your safe return and to everyone else that serves in our military."
david of fredericksburg VA

"To all who have lost here be strong I am trying lets all remember them together and lets all hugg us together and give us strength to go on be well Babyes they want us to go on lets try to smile and be well love to all Jim"
Jim of Romeoville ,Il

"To All who have lost loved ones in this war I cry with you. I Lost my SON John there. All I can offer you is a hugg and the wish that you are well I wish you peace of mind and GOD Bless you."
James of romeoville>Il

"FOR ALL WHO HAVE THE COURAGE TO PROTECT OUR FREE COUNTRY I HONOR AND RESPECT YOU ALL!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR COURAGE AND BRAVERY. FOR ALL WHO HAVE LOST A COURAGIOUS BRAVE AND STRONG LOVED ONE, INCLUDING MYSELF IM VERY SORRY I HOPE YOUR PAIN EASES WITH TIME, FOR I AM TRYING MYSELF TO DO THE SAME . R.I.P FOR ALL THE SRONG AND THE BRAVE. PEACE AND LOVE"
ALISON of BAY SHORE , LONG ISLAND

"I want to thank the Soilder's , Marines , Airmen ,Seaman, even those who serve coast guards. You all are willing to give your live's , And there is nothing greater , God bless and keep you safe. My prayers go out to all who have fallen and their families. I myself am honored to be married to my husband a Marine. I know first hand what the cost can be . And to those who have lost their husband or wife my prayers are with you . Thank you for your service and sapporting your spouse. Us husbands and wives are the back bone to keep them fighting "Stay Strong ."
A Marines Wife of Phoenix

"So the fallen will not be forgotten, I wrote a song for their remembrance and honor called: "A Soldier Died".
To listen, go to: http://payplay.fm/sidebottom
It's free to listen!
Sincerely for our troops,
David J Sidebottom formerly SSGT USAF"
David Sidebottom of Avon, IN

"god bless our troop's & family(amen ) i pray all time for our troop's & their family. god bless them as well."
becky of tyler,tx usa

"Hi I am a Vietnam Vet and have included this website within my website I made to encourage our veterans, families, friends and those who suuport our troops: htttp//tributetoourtroops.com.tripod.com"
Gary Tate of Mokena, IL USA

"i love you joey neil bentley and miss you all. with my heart and miss you
and you likes me ronna dad's baby ronna"
Ronna of Elkhorn ky 41522

"happy birthday antonio we miss you"
yesenia of santa ana ca

"Jim, it is a bittersweet event for me to have been promoted to SGM, and know you did not get to see it. You were my very first First Sergeant that I absolutely respected, and for that I was always grateful. I am on my way to the Sergeant Majors Academy, and I was a student in the First Sergeants Course when I learned of your death. So, it is with a heavy heart that I return to El Paso, and I wish you would be able to give me some guidance about school...and assignemnts, and golf! I miss your strong presence and your quick wit....Just knowing you are up there fills me with relief...I do still wish you were here though."
SGM Louis R. Asher of El Paso, TX

"toby was my hero from day one.He was the closest thing i had to a dad.When i found out he was killed i was angry at the people who killed him.They took someone we loved and honored. My godfather was a great man.AND WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED IN KAPLAN AND IN OUR HEARTS. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU PARRON TOBY!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
chelsey of kaplan,louisiana/usa

"God bless the families of the brave that allowed their lives to be shed for our freedom. You are much appreciated and certainly never forgotten."
Alice Kemp of Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

"God bless all whom have fallen for the sake of freedom!!! We will never forget you!!!"
Jason Palguta of Dallas, TX

"Yo man its been over 2 years and I think about you all the time. This is my first time sending you something on this Memorial and its hard for me. I was just another person that looked up to you and you will always be in my hart! I love you man!"
Schommer

"To my GrandMother and my Uncle Gregory 1940 as conveyed by my Aunt Sue
Oh my Lord
Please take me home
On my God
It’s been so long
There’s no right
There’s no wrong
Oh my lord
Please take me home
I got your picture
In my bible
And I know
I’ll be able
To one day
To go back home
Oh my Lord
Please take me home
roshea94@yahoo.com Gob Bless"
roshea94 of phoenixville Pa

"I love you grandad jack"
Emma steele of Nottingham

"Joey,
You stand tall and proud while guarding the streets of Heaven brother. I know we won't get nothing less of you.
Semper Fi brother,
Sgt. D.L. Phillips (Golf Co. 2nd BN 3rd MAR., 2nd plt.)"
DLPhillips@pbsj.com of Perry FL

"Initially, let me express my condolences for the loss of all these men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country so that we might enjoy the blessings of this great nation. I am writing as a member of a voluntary group of attorneys, Wings of Angels, who desire to asist families of those men and women killed in combat serving the United States. This legal assistance and counseling is offered at no cost to the family.

If you are aware of a need any family might have for which a local volunteer lawyer may be of assistance, please let me know by phone, letter, email, or fax listed below, and I will put the family in touch with one of the volunteer firms in their state.

Again, I wish to emphasize that this offer of free legal assistance is designed to help these families through this difficult period and is being made to each family of Veterans killed in combat. The attorneys who have volunteered feel it is the least they can do to express their appreciation for their loved one's tremendous sacrifice. Please feel free to contact us should you/they need additional information.

Thank You.

Warmest regards,
Jim Connors

Phone: (212)-527-1350
Fax: (212)-527-1680
Email: JCONNORS@JHCB.COM
Website: www.lawangels.org"
Jamie Connors of New York/NY/USA

"I would like to say that I have just lost my husband of many years whom we loved dearly, Sgt. Michael Bernard Williams of Palmetto Florida will always be loved and always be held in our hearts forever, most of all we will remember that smile that lit up a room everytime he would walk in. WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL I KNOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE!!!"
Paloma Williams of Philadelphia PA

"You are fathers and mothers
You are daughters and sons
You are sisters and brothers
You are our chosen ones

Promising to give it your all
you leave home with a hug and a prayer
because when your country calls
you will always be there

You stand at the ready
come what may
You stand sure and steady
for the US of A

Your service filled with sacrifice and pain
your mission filled with honor and glory
ensuring the world still hears liberty's refrain
and adding to America's beautiful story

You fight for something bigger than you
knowing what it may cost
You defend the Red, White, and Blue
knowing what it means if She's lost

On you, we rely
for you, we cry
when our flag flies
half as high

Only God knows
why we're not all born to be heroes

You're all that we should try to be
dedicated, proud, and strong
willing to fight to remain free
no matter how difficult, no matter how long

As long as there's heroes like you
willing to stand up and do what you do
Old Glory shall forever wave
o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!"
Kent Guresky of Valley Village, CA / USA

"I just wanted to say that we love you. You are making the ultimate sacrifice just so that we can a little liberty. We will be having a tribute in honor of all the father's that are overseas and we can not wait until you get home. We are praying for a safe return for all of you. I have to stop typing now, because I am getting a little emotional. I am praying for you."
Monica Underwood of Birmingham Alabama USA

"CHase,
I think of you all the time. I know I will see you again one day."
Corey of Louisville, KY

"peace be to the iraqis too...but this is a site for the fallen americans.
semper fi"

"Peace be with you all! But what about the Iraqi victims?"
przemek of poland

"May the peace of our Father in heaven be with all of you who are still feeling the pain of losing someone dear and near to your heart. Know that words will always come short towards easing this pain. Only time and the love of those still here today will aid in this. I grieve along with you feeling the hurt of losing a friend. He actually was a childhood buddy of my beloved wife. SSG Robert Hernandez was killed in action doing what he felt was right. Standing up to bullies isn't easy and most will never understand what drives certain souls to muster up the courage to do so but men and women like Robert do it just because it's their nature to be defenders. They do not want to die but if in doing so more will live they have the resolve to do this selfless act in the hope that it is not in vain. If this is to be so then it is up to us to be the vanguards of our countries involvement in this cause. Engage the enemy without prejudice. Support our troops unwaveringly. Watch our political leaders like hawks. Make sure they do our will and not what is politically advantages to their cause. And they must allow our Military Leaders conduct the Operations in the field as they see fit to lead us to victory and provide them anything that facilitates that. May they Rest In Peace.

P.S: IF YOU HAPPEN TO HAVE INFO AS TO WHERE OUR FRIEND ROBERT HAS BEEN LAID TO REST CAN YOU PLEASE GIVE ME A RING. IT WOULD PLEASE MY LADY TO KNOW THIS. 407-894-8202."
Ismael Espinosa Jr/ DT2/ US NAVY/RETIRED of ORLANDO, FL

"DEAR ANYONE DOSE ANY ONE KNOW OF THOMAS BOOKER WHO WAS A SGT AND THE UNIT WAS CALLD R.A.M.C.BECOUSE HE WAS MY GRANDAD.HE STARTED 6.09.39. I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM THEM THANK YOU.AT BUBBLE.BEAR@HOTMAIL.CO.UK"
MRS BOSTON of LANACSHIRE

"This website is being managed by one man Tim Rivera, he is doing his best. The names have not been updated since November 2006. Give him some time, he will get them all in here."

"This page does not have all of the fallen.....I think its an disgrace to those who have died and are not on this web page .....please get it right!!!!!!!!!!!"
SGT Kropik of Baumholder Germany

"To all the families and friends of fallen soliders, we share in your grief. Goodbye to our fallen hero PFC Joshua Moore. You will always be loved and never forgotten."
christy morgan of Russellville, Kentucky

"To all of the friends and family of Cory Ryan Geurin, i say God bless you and congratulations on having the strength to keep going everyday. I never knew Cory and am sad that i never got to meet him. After reading the messages left by his loved ones i realize that i am lucky to have never experienced such a loss. I served in the Air Force and have great friends in all other branches but have never known the ultimate sacrifice. God Bless you all!"
Stephen Geurin of Nashville, Tn

"CPL Jonathan D. Winterbottom,
Clearly one of the most dedicated medics that I have had the HONOR to serve with. Your continued dedication to serve our country has placed your name amongst the elite men and women that have to paid the ultimate sacrifice. Our families have lost a hero but, Heaven has gained an Angel. Your committment can never be replaced. Soldier on, Soldier hard, continued blessings to the family of this proven Warrior!"
1SG Mayers of Fort Sam Houston Texas/USA

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shermaine durham of gouls/fl/united states

"CAT,
You are dearly missed.Never will forget the days in Hawaii.Take care brother see you soon."
Ssgt Smith

"Dear Families of the Fallen,
I am a 7th grader at a Christian shool. I have lived without saying much about this war for years, or supporting it in any way, and recently,I had the great opprotunity to present a chapel (which is sort of like an assembly) in honor of all those serving in Iraq and Afghanistan to my school. Thrilled with the idea, my classmates and I spent half a year studying about why we fight, until we came up with a presentation. In our school now, and as part of the presenation, my classmates and I have planted a Parrotia Persica, which is a tree native to Iraq and Afghanistan in memory of all those who have died in this war! We prayed around the tree, specifically for those who have died, and their families.
We used this site as a referance, and we have posted on our school, the names of all those who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan. Everyday, my fellow classmates, and my teachers take time, to stop on their way to class, and read some of the names of those who have died. We have prayed about them, and you. Thank you for your great sacrifice!
To 1st Lt. Forest P. Bwens, who happens to be a dear friend of a teacher in my school, we are praying for your family!
I hope this note helps you along in your grieving, from the heart of a 7th grader, I sincerly thank you!"
Xakko

"On this "Memorial Day" 2007 You all are in my prayers. YOU All are not forgotten. Thank you for fighting for our country."
Carol Bassano of Sebastian Florida

"He gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy freedom! Thank you. I placed a flag in his honor at the First Baptist Church in Orlando, Fl on Sunday, May 28, 2007. May God Bless you all."
Don S. Haine of Kissimmee, FL

"I have to comment on the posting below because it sounds painfully familiar. I just returned from Arlington to bury my brother's widow. He was killed in Iraq early in the war and she died trying to survive this world without him. The had a child who she decribed as her angel and all that kept her going. She couldn't deal with the getting on with her life without him. She tried and tried and nothing she could do would make it any better. We tried to help her. Although, now I'm not sure any of us did enough. I know that my neice has now lost both of her parents to this war. And I'm still confused about the reasons for this war but whatever they are the human cost of war is just way to HIGH to justify. Memorial Day was hard since we have added to our list ot mourn and this couple would have celebrated 5 years of marriage last Friday. so much has changed in those 5 years. I miss them both and will always remember the sacrifice. But I'm afraid, for me and my family, the price of Iraqi freedom may be WAY TOO high."

"On this Memorial Day, I would like to take a moment to reflect upon our American heroes who gave their all in pursuit of a greater mission that, perhaps, will never be understood by all. I would like to thank all those who continue to serve and who continue to carry out the mission of preserving freedom everywhere. It is also important for me to recognize and thank all the families who have also made the ultimate sacrifice. What many don't comprehend is that the families, too, sacrifice so much. I had a wonderful friend who, God rest her soul, was a war widow. Her husband was killed in Iraq, and then she passed away shortly thereafter. Anyhow, I recall her painful sufferings of losing him. She was dealing with the fact that he was never coming back; she was going through all the stages of emotions that come with mourning the loss of a spouse. She felt guilt because she always wondered if there was ever anything she could've done differently, or things that should've been said. But I assured her that her feelings were natural because although not many people admit it, there are certain regrets when a loved one is gone. I told her to focus on the good times they shared; the wonderful life he lived and the legacy he left behind. Sadly, my precious friend endured many more hardships after losing her husband to the war. She began to be attacked by a cruel individual who said many negative things about my friend and about her marriage. She never thought that after such sacrifice, people could be so mean. Afterall, what right did they have to write about her or her late husband if they didn't know the couple's relationship on a personal level? Again, I prayed with her and told her to forgive what had been done against her and to her husband's memory. But the bottom line is, this couple loved each other to no end and in such a way that nobody else could ever understand. Of course no marriage is perfect. They all have their ups and downs. Good times and bad times. My friend is no longer here, but I am here to say that her husband served with great nobility. He was a great father and husband who loved his wife and his child dearly, and my friend was a wonderful woman who loved her husband and child very much, no matter what anyone has to say. She suffered everyday because no matter what, she had to be strong for her child; she had to deal with being alone; she hurt so much just knowing that her child was now without a father. Her heart broke when she'd see her child crying for daddy. I still recall going with her to the cemetary one day to visit her husband. She was so devasted that she fell to the ground at his grave and pounded the ground in tears yelling "wake up ... please come back to me!" I can't express how that made me feel. But what I knew for sure was that she was suffering and dying inside. That is why it infuriates me knowing that people can be so ill-willed to say awful things about people when they don't even know the true sufferings of these family members. I will not let this Memorial Day pass without acknowledging the family members who have lost a loved one. To all the war widows out there, keep your heads up. Deployments were never and are never easy on a marriage nor on a family, but stay focused on what really matters. Your wonderful memories. Life is too short. Life is like a short breath. It comes and then suddenly goes. So with all this said, thank you to all who have given your all. Thank you to all who continue to serve and make personal sacrifices for our country. And thank you to all the war widows out there. No matter what anyone has to say, good or bad, many people are grateful and many know you are suffering. Give yourselves and your babies a big hug on behalf of American citizens who are sincerely grateful for your sacrifice. Peace be with you all."
of Alabama

"Marine Lance Cpl. Aaron C. Austin I never knew you, but I love you"
Kent of Santa Barbara, CA

"God Bless all of our fallen and their families. Thank you for the sacrifice you have given so that we can continue to live in our country.

Thank you and God Bless!"
Michelle of Cleveland, OH

"We all miss you and thank about you every day. Thanks for the memories."

"HEY GODBROTHER I REALLY MISS YOU AND WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOU IN OUR HEARTS JUST LOOK OVER US AND YOUR FAMILY LOVE YOU CUZ YOU ARE AND ANGEL NOW"
STEPHANIE of WATTS

"Doreen’s Dad’s Funeral

At Doreen’s Dad’s funeral I had a revelation of the Lord.

As Pastor Bill was giving words of comfort for the family I felt the compassion in his voice over the service, over the people and I prayed for comfort for Doreen’s family and for Pastor Bill giving the word. And then I experienced the compassion of the Lord for all the people there.

I was sitting at the back with several older Military Veterans in front of me.
I was overcome with feelings for all the stories in each person’s life attending the funeral. All the hopes and dreams and heartaches in each one’s life, all the silent stories and memories they were carrying from childhood to that present moment. Memories of Doreen’s dad, memories of their past experiences with their own fathers, memories of life and war, loves and hates and their own mortality, disappointments and shortcomings in life. At that moment I felt the Lord knows all the stores. He knows every single detail of their lives and feelings. The Lords’ knowing had it all covered like a blanket, everyone in the whole room. And in the moments of pain and reflection that people were experiencing the Lord had it covered in grace and mercy. I felt His grace and mercy so warm and comforting like that blanket wrapping us all up in its protection and comfort.

One of the veterans overcome with emotions got up and hid himself behind some cabinetry while he regained his composure. And I prayed for him and his memories. And I prayed for all our service men and women, especially in Iraq. And I prayed for the 3,000 + families who had lost loved ones in Iraq. And I felt the God of Comfort had them all on His mind and in His heart. And I thanked God for all who had served their country, Doreen’s dad, the Veterans at the service and the young Service Men who folded the flag and played taps at the service. All the silent stories we do not know, but the God of grace and mercy has them all wrapped up in a blanket of grace and mercy. Thank you Jesus, thank you Father, thank you Holy Spirit.



Sunday, January 07, 2007
Deborah Goodlove"
Deborah Goodlove of Mount Vernon, Iowa

"I am so proud to live in a country that is so strong and free. I can't believe sometimes, how lucky I am. Thanks to all American soilders. I wished I could have met my great uncle who died in WW 2. How handsome he looks in his uniform. I wish all the families the best on this memorial day."
Renee E. of Longview, Tx USA

"Thank you,"
nick manning of beaumont, ca. U.S.A.

"We are all very proud of your son and his service to the country."
Stanley J. Rockwell of Lanesboro, PA

"Heading towards Memorial Day – My husband and I wanted to share this with you...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71a0XuGiGyU

The song is called In The Name Of Freedom. The link above is for a video we put together to say THANK YOU to you – to the men and women who have served and who continue to serve our country… We put it on youtube because it’s free – easy to use and thought the message may spread faster that way. I’ve given some info below on the song/project. I hope you can take a moment view the video.

I was driving in my van thinking about what a wonderful life we have. My three kids were playing in the back – and I began to think about all the men and women who have given of themselves for our country, for our freedom. I wondered if these men and women knew there were people today thankful for their sacrifice. I wondered if the men and women serving today knew. I wanted to convey a message to them… to their families… to our country… to my kids. I want my children to grow up knowing that their freedom has come at a price… That keeping our freedom will cost some men and women their very lives... I want them to look at our flag and feel a sense of pride and gratefulness when we sing our anthem or say our national pledge. I want them to learn and remember…

The words “Thank you seems hardly enough..” came to my mind and before I could get home, on a crinkled napkin were the lyrics to this song “In The Name Of Freedom” To the men and women who have served our country and to men and women who continue to serve in every capacity – I want to say thank you. I know I am not alone in this feeling and sometimes a song like this can draw people together to convey something special. That is my hope and the reason for doing this project. It's time to say thank you.

My husband Jim and I thought it would be great to find a way to share this message for Memorial Day this year. Take a look if you’d like and if you know someone who would appreciate the message of thanks, feel free to pass it on. We hope it stirs your heart as it has ours to say …Thanks.

Jim and Lisa Huertas
In The Name Of Freedom
www.inthenameoffreedom.com"
Lisa Hathaway-Huertas of Billings, MT

"God Bless you all. Thanks so much for all you've done for us and Our Country. Everyone will miss you all. Peace be with you!!!!"
Susan Appleman of Colorado Springs, CO

"Just a Memorial Day message to my fallen comrades, especially a personal one to PFC Snowberger and extra specially to my best friend in the world SSG Rick Eaton. You guys were the best and embodied the hard charging, loyal blooded teamsmanship that true soldiers all have. You were to the bone and dedicated to getting it right, we all were willing to lay down our lives, but you guys, well you did and for that I am truely grateful that there is a place I can honor you with my laughter and tears. Because you guys embodied what America needs most right now, real heros. Blessed Be and Job Well Done Soldiers!"
Rev. Marcia Drewry of Washington, DC USA

"To Thank You For Fighting For Our Freedom . I'll Never Forget Any Of You. May Jesus Wrap You In His Loving Arms God's Speed.."
BARB STANLEY of MASSILLON,OH

"I know its hard coping with a lost one. I wish that you will get better and feel better. I'm so sorry that you have to go through things like this. Just pray to god to guide you through this hard time."
Asia Bass of Jackson,MS

"dear realtives of fallen hereos:
i know that it is hard for you at this time and moment but im here to tell you that you can make it and that everything happens for a reason so keep your heads up brothers and sisters becasue i know that the upper power has something in store for you
thanks"
Redell Funches of jackson Ms USA

"Hello. I am a highschool student. My teacher, Mr. Roth encouraged us to visit this site. I just want to say to all families and friends that have lost a loved one or has a love one that you can't get in touch with, keep your heads up and stay strong. It is very vital that you do so. Whoever you've lost would want you to do so. My heart goes out to you all and I will be praying for you."
Zelma Taylor of Jackson, MS/ United States

"You all are loved and remeberd for your bravery and your willingness to fight for your country and it's people I love you very much and thank you for giving me life to live and for the parents please don't cry or feel a bad becasue they are gone on to a better place and i know your loses. May god bless you all"
Breanna Lindsey of Jackson,Ms,USA

"My prayers are with all of you. You are never far from my thoughts and will always be in my heart."
Janet Kim of Jacksonville, FL

"To all who have served and to all that have fallen. I am an X 10th Mountain soldier. I see the troops on TV and they represent us so well. I am so proud of all that are serving. These young men and women are doing a great job. To the families and friends of the fallen soldiers, I read your comments and it makes me cry. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I am deeply touched by them."
Mark Tutone of Dos Palos, California USA

"This was the most important thing you could have done for our country. I just wanted to thank you for doing this for our country, and for the ones who are still alive and I hope you return to your families. Not only safe but sound. THANKS ALOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
julie moore of carroll, ohio, united states

"It's been four years since you've been gone. Whenever I get in a "pickle" I step back and say; what would Billy do! You don't realize it as sometimes I don't, but, Your advice still gets me back on track and I'm able to figure out whatever it is I was trying to figure out. Damn! it's been four yrs. And I still hear your voice saying; yeah, well, why did that happen, or why did you do that, so, now what are you going to do. I love and miss you so much that sometimes I feel very lonely. I sure do miss my big Brother and wish you could come back. I know that won't happen. One can only wish.
Love and Miss You"
Deanna of Lewiston, ID. United States of America

"The only Reason our country excist and we have the liberty and freedoms we do and a country the Millions in the world wait to be part of, is because of our military. Any fallen serviceman or servicewoman gave the ultimate sacrifice to maintain this great country. Our whole country and the World including everyone in the future is indebt to you."
Colleen Barry of Great Neck, NY

"I was born in Vermont not far from where Mark was born, and long ago relocated to California. Our family decided to look up to see if there were any fallen soldiers from Vermont so we could honor them at Iraq Memorials so far away from home in So Calfornia, and read about Mark. We are also of the Jewish faith. Our entire family have searched out his name at Memorials and laid flowers, flags and prayed for him and his family. As Memorial Day approaches we will again honor him in Santa Barbara and Santa Monica for his bravery and sacrifice. Our hearts are with the entire Envin family."
Kathy and Michael of Beverly Hills, CA

"Kassi, I did not know your brother, but I have known you since HM school. If your brother was anything like you he was well liked and very admirable person."
HM2 Joe Lemon of Indian Head, MD

"Our thoughts and prayers are with all the mothers as we honor you today. My heart aches for your loss on this day and everyday. Thank you for bringing your beautiful children into the world...shining examples of the best America has to offer to herself and the world..."
The Miller's (USAF) of Colorado Springs, CO

"MY BELOVED SON. TODAY IS MOTHERS DAY AND I JUST WANT TO LET EVERYONE KNOW THAT YOU ARE THE ONE TO BE HONORED. I HAD THE HONOR TO BE YOUR MOTHER AND COULD NOT HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER SON. I MISS YOU SO MUCH AND WOULD GIVE ANYTHING TO HAVE YOU BY MY SIDE. I LOVE YOU AND YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS DAY AND NIGHT. YOUR LOVING MOTHER."
ELEANOR ANDREA DACHTLER of LV NV

"I am heart broken that my fiance and father of out 16 month old son is not mentioned on this website. He was killed March 9th in Iraq and was a member of the Marine corps. His name was Dennis Veater and I searched this site for his name and did not find it. I pray some how I just missed it."
Angalene of PA

"Leslie was a great person who lit up the world with her courage and self sacrafice for people she did not even know. she has my eternal thanks."

"i LOVE THE ARM FORCES."
CHRISTINE of TAYLORS'SC

"As I was looking over some of the posts . I came to a realization. I have five children now that are teenagers and I talk to my sons about serving their country as I have and my father before me. I can remember as a child of wanting to serve my country and wondered how he had felt; pretty soon I guess I will endure what he was feeling when I fought in the first Gulf War. I am proud to say with happy thoughts that my three sons are talking about going into the military and am so very proud to know that is what they want to do. I give them my backing due to the fact my great grandparents left Germany for the freedoms we have today. Thankyou Great Grandpa. To my fellow comrades I say this: Give em Hell. I remember when I came back from Desert Storm; when seeing the children cheering us on and wonder who is as one of them kids in the military now? I now whosoever joined this wonderful nations military I just want to tell you thankyou from the bottom of my heart. I am 40 years old now and I miss the comadre of my friends and for the ones that have fallen for the freedoms of others I have to say until we meet in Heaven is when I can finally tell you thank you. God Bless you and your families for the sacrifice you have given to this great nation."
Gary T. Endruschat of Tampa, Fl. Hillsborough

"Dear family,
thank you for letting your son go to war to protect what so many of us enjoy. It is great that your son had the will to serve for such a great country and protect people who he hasn't met. Because of your family member we are able to enjoy what we have today. Your family member is a true American hero. Thank you."
Lane Lowry and Gary Meier From Olive Knolls Christian School of Bakersfield Ca USA

"Dear Family,
Me and my friends had a school project to do on a Faces of the Fallen!! We chose Aaron Weaver because we thought he was special from all the others...because he had a picture of his daughter right next to him!!So we just want to thank you for everything that your son,husand,brother,uncle for being so brave!!!We thank you for raising him so very well and encouraging him to join the army!!Once again we thank you for everything and although this might make you cry or something like that....well, I know how you feel I lost someone very dearly to me and I just wanted to you to know that you're not the only one who feels sad about losing someone dearly to you!!We are a Christian School and we will pray for you and your family for the legacy that Aaron has given this country!!We want you to know that you might feel down when you think about this but for one thing there will always be someone to help your family....the one person is GOD!!!So thank you for everything and God Bless your family!!

Love always:
Olive Knolls Christian School"
of Bakersfield CA, USA

"we will never forget you"
matt townsend of amarillo

"we will miss you"
matt townsend of amarillo

"to my native solder,iam so sorry that you are gone but as your family know that there is life after death.jesus christ will put his hands on your family and he will guide them all the days of there lifes,i pray that(GOD)will always compfort the family and friends of this fallen solder,here is a prayer for your family.my name is daniel black lance.iam born again christian.I am related to you all,i live here in oklahoma,elk city.god bless you all. hope to hear from you. LORD,HELP US TO REMEMBER THAT NO MATTER HOW DARK OUR SITUATION MY BE COME;YOUR ARE THE LIGHT OF OUR LIFE AND CAN NEVER BE PUT OUT.NO MATTER WHAT DARK CLOUDS SETTLE ON OUR LIFES,YOU WILL LIFT US ABOVE THE STORM AND INTO THE COMFORT OF YOUR PRESENCE.ONLY YOU CAN TAKE WHAT EVER LOST WE EXPERIENCE AND FILL THAT EMPTY SPACE WITH GOOD.ONLY YOU CAN TAKE THE BURDEN OF OUR GRIEF AND PAIN AND DRY OUR TEARS."HEAR ME WHEN I CALL,O GOD OF MY RIGHTEOUSNESS!YOU HAVE RELIEVED ME IN MY DISTRESS:HAVE MERCY ON ME,AND HEAR MY PRAYER"(PSALMS 4:1).AMEN. THE BLACK LANCE& FAMILY"
DANIEL BLACK LANCE of ELK CITY OKLAHOMA,,U.S.A.

"to all the families of susquehanna county we our so sorry for all your losses there are no words to express our sorrow for you and your families the reason why im writing we the american legion riders are planning a poker rally august 5 2007 we would like what ever money we raise to go to the family and children left behind from the loss of their love ones over in iraq we like to concentrate on susquehanna county to try to help these families out but we need response and the go ahead from the families first please respond if you can also pass this on if you know anyone living in susquehanna county that we can help again we know this isnt going to be alot but anything at this time im sure it would be a help hoping to here from someone ty email cankay31@yahoo.com"
candy of susquehanna

"Dear Hanson family
As you know Chuck was a great man and Marine. I still think about him every day and I know he is in heaven smilling down on us.I hope your family is doing well. I will never forget him.

Cpl. Jason Schmelz B co.3rd Plt"
Jason Schmelz of St.Charles,MO. 63301

"I am so sorry and will keep you in my thoughts, I wish you the best and hope everyone does well, He was a great man, and I will always honor him, He is my here, Brenda, You are a great wife, contact me ConnellJohn@msn.com"
john of houston

"May you find solace in your memories and know that your loved one died a hero, fighting for all that we hold dear. For those that left behind children...words escape me but I know that you are watching over them every minute and are so proud! For the husbands and wives, mothers and fathers, family members and friends left behind to endure the loss-you are stronger than you know and I deeply admire that courage and strength.
A million "Thanks" can't express the nation's gratitude but thank you for the sacrifices made by you and your hero..."
Amy of Colorado Springs, CO

"God bless you all fallen heroes and brothers and sisters in uniform. United we stand Divided we fall. You will never be forgotten.
(1st cav 27MSB Gulf War Vet-)"
Griego family of Albuquerque NM USA

"Judy Sharp
I want to remember al the soldiers who have lost thier lives so that we have freedom my husband is an artist and we perform shows to remember our fallen soldiers my husband is a special forces and ranger he servered 6 years in the army and wished he was able to fight in the war along with his brothers and sisters. I remember what all has done for us god bless you all for the losses of great soldiers"
Judy of maryland

"Michael,
You fell. Thank you for giving the ultimate gift, Your life. I never knew you, but I served as an HM2 and I know what you did. God Bless and keep you. May His Love flow over those you loved, may His love stand in your place, but may your place never be forgotten. I Love you brother...be in peace."
eric of Langley, WA usa

"My only brother SGT Larry R Kuhns JR was killed out in iraq going on 4 yrs ago i miss him very much and my heart goes out to the rest of the family he died in honnor and thats why i have decided to join the army and finish wat he started and did not get to finish bless u all and im very very sorry for the rest that have fallen"
Autumn Kuhns of Clinton ok usa

"Thank you for your service to our country. From one Kiehl to another."
Mike Kiehl of Phoenix, AZ

"GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ALL ARE REMEMBERED AND HONORED EACH DAY WE FLY THE USA FLAG."
CPL. JON LOWDER of the UNION COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT of MONROE, NC USA

"i should have been next to you mitchell, i hate that i wasnt, i loved being your roommate for those 8 months in stewart before we left for kuwait, then 6 more in kuwait before we rolled out to war."
Luke Halderman of park hills...ky

"ESTE MENSAGE ES PARA TODOS LOS PUERTO RIQUENOS Y HERMANOS AMERICANOS QUE HAN DADO SU VIDA EN TIEMPO DE COMBATE, ESPACIALMENTE A DOS DE MI UNIDAD 544TH MP CO. ALIENA RAMIREZ Y ALEXIS SOTO. QUE DIOS ME LO QUIDE SIEMPRE Y SU FAMILIA ESTEN EN LA PROTECION DE DIOS. WE'LL MISS YOU BOTH. DE SUS AMIGOS , EDWIN VARGAS III RAMIREZ DE LAJAS Y VICTOR "EL MONO" RODRIGUEZ DE YAUCO."
SPC VARGAS, EDWIN III of LAJAS,YAUCO, PUERTO RICO

"Colorado - The Veterans Memorial Day Tribute committee extends a personal invitation to all the families of our Colorado fallen to attend the Tribute ceremony on Saturday, 5/26/07 at the Veterans Monument, Colorado State Capitol (after the Parade). You would be honored guests, and we would be happy to send you additional information. 303-912-9980"
Louetta Smith of Centennial, CO"
Louetta Smith, Veterans Memorial Day Tribute of Centennial, CO

"Another day passes jd, nightmares come and go, I'm learning to live with them. One thing I'll never learn to live with is going into combat with out my best pj with me, I'll never forgive myself for not being there for you, but at the same time, I'll never forget all the crazy stupid things we did in pipeline, rousting during SERE, farting in the altitude chamber, etc. You were one hell of a guy, thanks for making me a better person. i'm coming to DC soon. I plan to stop by and pay you a visit at Arlington. peace brother"
matt of USAFA, Colorado

"My son just graduated boot-camp at MCRD Parris Island. Even if he was not a Marine, my heart aches each time I hear of a casualty, but I am proud of each and every one and I want you to know others DO care. I pray for your families!"
JB of Madison, Ohio

"Pfc. Givens and his family gave the ulitmate sacrifice for our country. Thank you! God Bless!"
Scott of California, MO/USA

"Sgt. Padilla,
My God be with you and the memories you leave all of us who looked up to you! I was one of the 5 Marines that were left in the motor pool to take charge of the dispatch shack and I will always remeber what you said before you left about making sure all trip tickets were done right and to make sure I took care of the logs. I thank you for being such a good teacher and leader. From the minute I came to the base as a boot and you showed me around the town and took me under your wing. You will always be remebered as I tell friends and family about your heroic efforts and always positive attitude. May God be with you and your family."
Cpl. Radar of Mora, Minnesota

"I miss you baby... Love you always my soilder boy! Niko my prayers are with you and your son always I know how much he loved you and your son he always talked about him eveytime he called from iraq 861-2601 love you solja!"
sha of lakewood

"To the family of Neil Prince, I am very saddened by Neil`s death. I heard about it through a CNN news tribute. I went to elementary and middle school with Neil. He and my best friend at the time Heathcliff Phillip would Play together. Neil was a fun person and very intelligent which is why he turned out to be such a hero. Unlike most of the people I gravitated toward Neil took his own path as he matured and all the other people I grew up with are either dead or in jail, most are dead though. I haven`t seen Neil in atleast 2o years but when I heard his name on the news announcing his heroic fall I knew it had to be him.I just want the friends and family of Neil`s to know his death only acknowledges the inspiring life he lived. If only other young black men in Baltimore could follow his lead and stand for something meaningful with purpose in their lives we would have more heroes in our community .It can be under any circumstance; armed forces or just productive members of society.Neil fell under both categories and I`m proud to say I knew him even if it was for a short time. You should be proud too."
Kevin N Harris of Las vegas, Nevada

"Thank you all for what you have done. We all respect you for it and will never forget about you so all I wnat to say is SEMPER FI"

"Kyle Lee Rhode, Jose, Chris, Ortega and Schwartz, you may seem far away but all is good here in Alaska. I know you'll come home safe. You oughtta be a brave soldier leaving us here. Take care and God bless!!!"
Jana of Anchorage, Alaska, USA

"God Bless Danny's soul. More people needs to recognize us for our service and sacrifice. I was just watching fox news about Danny's statue in Columbine. That statue needs to state there. I am a SSG in the US Army.
GOD BLESS"
Pauline of New York City

"We love you brother. You will always be in our hearts and in our minds."
Lcpl Pettit of Camp lejeune

"April 7, 2007 - Never Forgotten and Forever Gratefull - Rest in Peace Brent!"
ajl of Collierville, TN

"Our young boys sent into a war zone without a cause, forced to think like murderous men praying and battling to stay alive. With pride believing their doing right. We support their decisions knowing well there is no reason or cause for the price of their lives. Why is he sending our own American Boys to be killed? Is it not the Americans that we fight to protect?"
An American Girl of Lakewood ,CA. USA

"je suis boulversé par l'histoire de lavena johnson en effet je m'appelle moi meme LAVENA NEDELEC c'est un prenom tres rare en france et je recherchais des info par internet lorsque je suis tombé sur votre site . J'ai alors été extrement touché par cette histoire inconnu dans mon pays je souhaite qu'un jour vous trouviez la raison de sa mort afin de punir les coupable et de soulagé sa famille! je me joint a eux dans cette peine immense! vous pouvez me contacter sur lavéna@wanadoo.fr. paix a votre pays!"
Lavena Nedelec of France

"To all people who love and remembered Quaichan:
Look at Jesus. Kelvin Edjun was - and is still- special by his decision to accepted Jesus as his personal savior. So, if you want to be remembered in his book of life, accept Jesus as your savior. He is the only way to come to the father. He is the way, the truth and the life. Kelvin is in heaven, and what about you? Come on,accept Jesus, and soon we will adore him in heaven, with Kelvin and other people that has believed in him as his savior.
Blessings
Rose Feliciano
Kelvin' Aunt
San Juan, PR"
Rose of San Juan, PR

"To all people who love and remembered Quaichan:
Look at Jesus. Kelvin Edjun was - and is still- special by his decision to accepted Jesus as his personal savior. So, if you want to be remembered in his book of life, accept Jesus as your savior. He is the only way to come to the father. He is the way, the truth and the life. Kelvin is in heaven, and what about you? Come on,accept Jesus, and soon we will adore him in heaven, with Kelvin and other people that has believed in him as his savior.
Blessings
Rose Feliciano
Kelvin' Aunt
San Juan, PR"
Rose of San Juan, PR

"Tori,
I had not seen you for years the day you died for our freedom but, every year around this time I think about you. Our Gray family misses you very much. We keep you alive in our hearts. luv ya"
Loni of Indy, IN

"Adam Galvez was my cousin. He is forever my hero. I look up and love him with all that I am. I deeply regret knowing him as well as I should have.

R.I.P"
Ashley of Hemet, CA/USA

"As a member of the British military it has been my privilege to serve alongside members of the armed forces of the USA in both Iraq and Afghanistan. We share the same goals and ideals, and will not cease until the job we started is complete, and we can all enjoy our freedom once more. I offer my respects to the families of the fallen, and my assurance that you are not alone, that many of us in the UK share your ideals, and we will strive to achieve our common goal of a world safe for our families and future generations to live in."
L.Davies of Merseyside, England

"THANK YOU

WHAT YOU'ALL HAVE DONE FOR US, IS NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN. THANK YOU, THANK YOU"
Andrew Arevalo of Houston, Texas

"As many of you may already know, a close friend of mine, Sean Brock was killed in action while stationed in Iraq on Feb-2-2005. Another firend, Bobby Khullar and I have ventured out to start a foundation in his name to assist the families of those who have lost loved ones.

On April 28th, in partnership with HBC (Hoffman Brown Company) we will be donating 10,000 care packages and sending them to the troops stationed in Iraq & Afghanistan. Sean will be honored during the event. We would like to include an individual letter in each package and this is where I am turning to my network of friends and family for support.

I am requesting that each of you write an unaddressed letter and state what is on your mind, let the troops know that they are in our hearts and we are thinking about them. We will attach this letter to a care package.

I can not tell you what this small gesture on your part would do for the moral of a forward deployed service member. When I was a marine serving in Somalia in the most arduous and austere conditions imgaginable I would read over and over again a letter addressed to any marine from a young student. And every time I read that letter I smiled because for a breif moment I felt like I was home.

Please, time is of the essence, if you choose to participate, respond with your letter by April, 10th. You can send via email a word doc to me @ lex@youtopia.com, and include your contact information if you would like to start a dialogue. Additionally, if you have friends that would like to participate, we would love the support.

Lex"
Lex McMahon of Los Angeles

"To Honor Our Fallen

We will pray for peace
We will remember their sacrifices
We will cry for their loss

To honor our fallen
We will hold their memory gently
In the palms of our hands

To honor our fallen
Or grief will flow to the depth
Of our soul, yet make us proud

To honor our fallen
We will salute our flag
We will stand for what is right

To honor our fallen
We will support the ideals
Of one nation under God

To honor our fallen
We will support our military
Protectors of our nation

To honor our Fallen
We will stand to salute them
And kneel to pray for them

@2007 Mary Akey
Akeymg@aol.com"
mary akey of silverton,oregon

"Still don't know what to say....I will never get over the fact that you are gone. You have the most positive attitude during the worst of times and you are still missed to this day.RIP buddy."
Shea of South Windsor, CT

"MY NAME IS KENNETH CONDE SR. I'M A FORMER MARINE AND FATHER OF FALLEN MARINE SGT. KENNETH CONDE JR. I HAVE STARTED A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION IN ORLANDO, FL CALLED CONDES WAY WHICH WILL BE FOCUSED ON BUILDING A COMMUNITY CENTER IN MEMORY OF MY SON. I HAVE ALSO WRITTEN A BOOK - JUST ANOTHER BROKEN HEART WHICH ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARD OUR MISSION. WHENEVER YOU HAVE A MOMENT, PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE: WWW.CONDESWAY.COM

THANK YOU"
KENNETH CONDE SR. of ORLANDO, FL

"Gentlemen and Gentleladies: Thank you more than these poor words can express."
Bernie Riefner of Adelphi, MD

"I am an artist creating a traveling Memorial to the Fallen of Lima 3/25 4th Div, who died in 2005. You can see the memorial at limacompanymemorial.org. Please help to spread the word....."
Anita Miller of Columbus, Ohio

"To my cousin Jose,
It's been a long time since i saw you, but i will never forget that you put your life on the line to protect a country i felt should have protected you more. Even though you are no longer here with us,I just want to thank you for protecting my family as well as everyone else. We miss you , but we will see you again one day.I know you are in heaven watching down on all of us.
Love you much your cousin
daughter of Ramon Marquez"
Evelyn Marquez Spencer of lynchburg va

"Thanks you guys...We really appreciate that. I am SSGT Marion Flint Jr. aka Bugg lil sis and I really Thank you all for your condonence"
Tamekia Latisha Flint of Elbert County

"Dear Larry,
Hi its your little sister Candice.
I miss you so so much.
I also love you so so much."
Candice Wells of TN

"I never knew you, but I know you were just like me..Thank you for your courage and sacrifice. Thank you to your families for giving America such brave men and women..We will always love and miss the fallen."
Margie of Houston, TX

"Even though you never knew me, you laid down your life for me and my family. My tears and prayers now flow for you. Thank you."
Diana Benson of Pineville, Missouri

"-----My Soldier---- With a hand on his heart, And a gun on his shoulder, There's nothing but war, In the eye of my soldier. Braver than brave, He is not afraid, He walks in the storm, To keep us all safe. In the rain and the mud, In the sun and the sand, He dances with fire, In an unknown land. The hero inside, Keeps him alive, Pushes him through, The bloodshed and strife. And just when we think, The worst of his fate, The phone starts to ring, And we knoow he's okay. He tells us "it's hot", But he's doing "just fine.", We know he's alright, But we still sit and cry. He chose this path, Not for glory or fame, But in hope of resolution, For our country, our name. And soon he'll come home, And we'll start over again, But he'll never forget, The time he "put in". The memories will echo, In his thoughts and his dreams, Reflect in his eyes, His friends and family. With his hand on his head, And my arm on his shoulder, There is a single tear, In the eye of my soldier. ---Sarah ...For all the mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, sons, daughters, friends, lovers..... and Their Soldier. Support Our Troops.....

My sister wrote this poem not too long ago. I have shared it with many friends and families who have or have lost loved ones from the war. God bless all those who have fought and continue to fight for us each and every day."
megan of erie, pa/ usa

"your friends miss you HOGZ"
pv of griffith

"thou i am wouunded i am not not slain i am not slain i will lie me to bleed awhile and rise again to fight once more for now i have answered to dutys call when my name was called up yonder and now i am soldier for god we will remember they paid the price for freedom they died for it"
brian frank egerton of london ontario canada

"I regret to inform our troops and their families that fallen hero Captain John E. Tipton's death benefit money was stolen in an investment swindle when his father sought to invest the money towards the education of Captain Tipton's children and answered a fraudulent newspaper ad. The perpetrator of this most despicable crime was given a slap on the wrist with no penalties by the Okaloosa County court on 11/20/2006 and though a small fraction of the money was recovered, the majority of the Captain Tipton's death benefit money is gone forever as the thief falsely claims to be indigent. The thief was arrested by the Okaloosa County Sheriff''s office on 32 felony charges for numerous swindles but she beat all 32 charges without going to trial through an unprecedented amount of pre trial objections, motions and depositions that wore down the Okaloosa County Court, victims and witnesses. The court case number 2005 CF 000161 S can be seen by entering it on the Okaloosa County court clerk's site at http://www.clerkofcourts.cc/court/courtsearch.htm
It is a very sad day for our troops and their families that the Okaloosa county court has given a swindler and operator of houses of prostitution precedence over a highly respected and missed fallen war hero. Something is very wrong as the thief has been quoted as bragging that she has judges in her pocket and that she (apparently) rules the Okaloosa County Court. A Federal Court report on this thief and her illicit operations can be seen at http://ustaxcourt.gov/InOpHistoric/Pappas.TCM.WPD.PDF
I recommend that everyone pass this message on to our troops and contact the Okaloosa County Court about this atrocity and let them know your feelings."
John Roberts of Pensacola, Florida, USA

"Brian was my brother, and i would never think that this would happen. Both patrick and brian are my heros. I would never have the courage to be able to do what they have done."
Robie Hopper of Wynne, Arkansas

"THE LAST MILE . [FOOTSTEPS A REPRISE].This mile,the hardest mile,the longest mile,the last mile,my final mile,I know I must walk alone.I know I must walk alone. fore ,This is my mile, I know must walk alone. fore,In this mile , as I walk alone, not even my companion can be at my flank ,by my side. My companion, who has been at my flank,by my side, through heat of day,through the cold of mornning,through the dark of night. My companion at my flank,by my side.there to comfort and shore me up from any fear,from all that fright .This mile ,the longest mile, the hardest mile, the last mile.This is my final mile. I know I must walk alone.My LORD,you have always been there in my hour of need,through my loss,though my pain,though my misury,and through my dispair.My LORD, always guiding me,my LORD, always protecting me,my LORD, always the grace of me,my LORD always the salvation Of me,my LORD, above. A place where the soul strives to be.My LORD,you have always watched me, my LORD, you have always followed me,my LORD, you have always carried me.My LORD,you have always lead me away from the darkness of the valley and into your eternal light.My LORD I know you can not walk in the final mile,fore this is A test of my faith ,the truth of my belief.My true faith of your grace and the praise to come.This blissful,blessed thought Is the whole of me,all that I am .The total sum.This truth that is in my mile, .The SOUL YOU HAVE NEVER TURNED UPON. FOR THIS MY LORD, I KNOW YOU WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME IN EVERY MILE OF OUR JOURNEY TO COME. B.C."
B.C.THE FIRE ANT of STOCKTON,CA.U.S.A.

"Being a vet myself, I understand the sacrifice/loss and grieve the loss of each service member. However families that don’t see beyond the loss of their own family member sadden me. The attempts to "immortalize" their lost loved one while totally ignoring the sacrifices of those that were lost before is beyond disrespectful. Being from a small town in Tennessee I've recently seen it first-hand. We lost a good man/soldier in Iraq and the whole community responded to the loss.....the family took the loss and tried to take the casualty to the level of sainthood. Sgt _____ Memorial Hwy, Sgt _____ Cemetery, Sgt _____ Freedom Ride, Sgt _____ Parade, Sgt _____ Day, you get the idea. You would think that no other local men had ever lost their lives or sacrificed their limbs in combat. Our Vietnam War veterans were totally dishonored during the media fest covering Sgt ______'s death. A sign that was erected after the loss of 2 local men during the Vietnam Conflict no longer bears their names but was used to promote Sgt ______ events on several occasions. The point, honor our new heroes but do not forget or trample on those that made the ultimate sacrifice before. And lest we forget our POWs and MIAs.....always remember we have men/women that have never come home, honor our dead but never forget those left behind."

"Hello Dear Friends and Families,
I am writing today to let you all know about another fine young man we lost in
Afghanistan last night, Feb. 19, 2007 from Poteau, Okla. I am asking that you each and everyone please keep the family of Buddy Hughie in prayer at this time. Buddy graduated with my son Wayne Bollinger who was killed in Iraq in 2003.They graduated from High school together in 2000 and ran around together.Please add Buddy Hughie to this site as well."
Wyvonne Wright of Shady Point, Okla

"I cant do anything but cry when i think of the pain and extreme loss that every family that had a spouse, a parent, child, neighbor, or friend tragically yanked away from them forever. We actually was one of the lucker familys and my baby brother got to come back to our us and he gets to see his 2 girls grow up but he isnt the same as when he left he worries for his soul everyday. Because was sent to war and had to kill people that would of killed him first if he hadnt and he is concerned that he will go to hell for what he has done it has been very hard on him to deal with but all i can say is now i tell my brother i hug, kiss and let him know i love him everyday because there are families out there who would give anything for one last hug, kiss and i love you before they go to sleep so ill never take that for graned again From the bottom of my heart and soul im sorry for your loss and i pray for the soldiers and there families every night god bless each and everyone who reads this you are in my and my familys prayers daily
Thankyou
Cheri"
Cheri Adams of Las Vegas Nevada USA

"Gregg, it has been almost 4 years since you died, I think of you every day , it's so hard to go on , I wish I would have died with you . I can't wait until I die so I can see you again. I wish I could trade places with you , so you could be with your boys and make mom smile again. I know I will never be the same , your death has changed us all, we just can't get over it, I think of your pain, and how scared you must have been. I know one time you told mom that when a soldier has been injured the first thing they do is yell for their mom, did you yell for mom? I wish I had of been there , maybe I could have helped you somehow. I just wish you would come home , like you were suppossed to, why can't you just come home . Nothing will ever be the same, I feel like we are just waiting for death since you died , I hate my life now , and I hate the guilt , I hate thinking about 83 pieces of shrapnel piercing through your body, and how bad that must have hurt, because , I know you were awake and aware of the pain. I am so sorry Gregg. I have said such hateful things to people since your death, it has turned me into such a horrible person , but then maybe I always have been. Death brings out the best and worst in people. There was one thing that you told me , and that was that you did't have any friends , oh Gregg, you had so many friends , I sure hope you were at the funeral to see that, you would have been so suprised , you were such a good guy and ya did'nt even know it. Dad really did love you, but I think you know that now, I know I am skipping around alot , I'm just typing it as I think of it. These are my thoughts everyday, I bet you did'nt think you could bring out so much emotion in people. Cody just wants to go to the water park with you again for his birthday every year. Thanks it was fun , and you were a good uncle. I'm so sorry some mean horrible person ended your life. I would like to do the same to him. I never ever say this , I'm certainly not a mushy person , but I love ya Gregg."
T of gresham, oregon

"IAM A VETERAN OF THE 1ST GULF WAR I HAD NEVER GOT ON THIS PART OF WEB SITE BUT I HAVE GONE THROUGH THE SO MANY NAMES OF SOLDIERS ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT SO MANY OF MY COMRADES HAVE DIED.
JUST TO THINK THAT IT COULD OF BEEN ME, I COULD NEVER IMAGINE WHAT THESE FAMILIES HAVE GONE THROUGH BUT ALL I CAN SAY IS MAY GOD BLESS THEM AND KEEP THEM STRONG AND HOPE AND PRAY THAT SOME DAY WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER. MAY ALL MY COMBAT BUDDIES TAKE CARE AND TRY TO KEEP OUT OF HARMS WAY AND HOPE SOMEDAY YOU COULD BE UNITED WITH YOUR FAMILIES WHO MISS U AND WISH YOU COULD BE HOME SOON. LOVE YOU GUYS WISH I COULD BE BY YOUR SIDE, YOU GUYS ARE OUR TRUE HEROS. `"
JAIME MUNOZ of SAN JUAN ,TEXAS

"You need to add USMC SGT MAJ JOSEPH J ELLIS of the- BN Land team 2nd BN 4th MR, 15th MEU (SOC) 1 MEF- he gave his life on 7 feb. 2007- Killed by a suicide bomber in Iraq's Anbar Province west of Baghdad.I had the honor of knowing this fine MARINE ( WHEN HE WAS A First Sgt. for ITB "B" CO. ) when I was stationed as a cook and Squad Leader at SOI (EAST) - May god bless him and his family- HE unselfishly gave his life and served 3 tours in IRAQ and was set to retire this year and never made it home- May he never be forgotten- My best is w/ his family/ loved ones and those who had the honor of knowing him. ~SEMPER FI~ SGT MAJOR!"
K.Nicole "cody" Herthel(sung) of Fort Wayne IN

"My Heart and Respect go to every member & their loved ones- I am a former Marine. I have lost many comrads. My prayers are with YOU ALL - May their memories live on- Keep their name Alive."
nicole "cody" h. of ft wayne, IN

"mrs. Das i just wanted to send you a little message to let you know that your husband will always be remembered.I served with the 379th security forces in qatar when Capt Das was there and i had a bracelet with his name made up when i got home in late april 2003 and have worn it since. Semper Fi TSgt Colby 158th SFS"
Jarrod of burlington vt

"All vets, guardsmen, and their families are invited to the Vermont Veterans Combat Stress Symposium taking place on March 3rd in Montpelier VT at the Capitol Plaza. Admission is free to the public. You will learn valuable tips to support your vets through their readjustment to civilian life and to meet the challenges that all combat veterans face. Please visit www.VermontVeterans.com"
Victor R. Volkman of Ann Arbor, MI

"I am the Outreach Director for Brave New Foundation. We are producing a web project that will launch March 19, 2007, the anniversary of the Iraq War. We are reaching out to military family support groups to send us 1 minute videos talking about the loved ones they have lost. We will be putting these videos up on our website building an interactive quilt to commemorate the lives of those brave soldiers and have their memory live on. Please see http://www.iraqmemorial.org for more details.

We feel the most authentic pieces will come from those directly affected by this conflict.

If you would like to share a memory of your lost loved one, please contact me directly.

Warmest regards,
Jamiah Adams
jamiahadams@bravenewfoundation.org"
Jamiah Adams of Culver City, CA USA

"Will the list be updated? The last date is Aug 2006 of those heroes who lost thier lives in Iraq."
TSgt D. of Las Vegas, NV USA

"I still cannot bring myself to read his letters since he died, especially the handwritten ones."
M of Virginia

"My husband is Cpl Joshua Sticklen. He was killed in a Helicopter accident on 3 Dec 2006 in Haditha Iraq. Please add him to your list."
Jennifer Sticklen of Kaneohe, HI

"May godbless you n ur family"
WYNESSA,WYNATIA,WYNONA,VANESSA,WAYNE of SAIPAN,GUALO RAI

"dear kathy


do u rember me tabitha peck vikys friend and then i moved i read the thing about nathan brown i rember when he was playing football and me and your daughter vick were ridding bikes i sure do miss him and im veary proud of him for serving our country with a kid from glens falls zack ollcot he is goingt going back to iraq"
tabitha peck of ny

"To all of those who have sacrificed so very much for us.... THANK YOU!!!! Each time I receive a notice from the DOD on another fallen soldier, I say a prayer for them and their families and friends who are left behind. God Bless You All."
Carole Sexton of Converse, Texas

"I want to say thank you for fighting for us and the innocent all over the world-not just in Iraq.I really do pray that all of the soldiers stay safe."
Brittni of Appleton, Wi, U.S.

"you are always in my prayers and in my thoughts thank you for doing your duty to our country!!!!!"
Jacob Martin of maxwell

"Thank you to all of my son's brothers-in-arms, for your dedication, loyalty, patriotism, honor, and selflessness. God, how I love you all and know that my soldier is still protecting and watching over his comrades in battle. Stand tall, stand brave, stand together!"
Alexandra Z Parker of Smithfield, VA

"MY NAME IS SPC TERRIQUEZ PLEASE CONTACT ME AT 1254 445 4322 THANK U."
DONALD TERRIQUEZ of DUBLIN TX USA

"EVERY DAY I REMEMBER THAT DAY. LT VUANGHT WAS A GREAT LEADER. I WAS THE SOLDIER THAT PULL HIM OUT OF THE STREET. (WHEN HE GOT HURT). I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY. I REMEMBER THAT DAY, EVERY TIME I GO TO SLEEP.. I WISH I CAN'T CAN SPEEK TO THE FAMILY AND EXPLAIN WHAT HAPPEN. THAT DAY WAS THE DAY THAT IT CHANGE MY LIFE. A GREAT MAN, WAS TAKING FROM ME AND 3 PLATOON. THIS MAN CHANGE ARE LIFE. HE DEFINED, WHAT A SOLDIER SHOULD BE. HE WAS A HERO, HE WAS A LEADER, HE WAS A BROTHER HE WAS MY FRIEND. I REMEMBER WENT I MEET HIM. I KNEW HE WAS A LEADER, HE WAS MY PLT LEADER. I WAS IN WPN SQUAD. HE WAS MY PLT LEADER. HE WAS MY FRIEND, I WILL NEVER FORGET MY SELF. THAT HE DIE IN MY HAND. I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY. I WISH GOD WILL GIVE HIM BACK TO US. THAT DAY HE CHANGE MY LIFE. HE GAVE ME A ORDER LET GO!!!.. THAT WAS HIS ORDER.. HE TELL ME TO KEEP GOING.. I KNEW THAT HE WAS A LEADER, A FRIEND,HE KNEW THAT WAS THE RIGHT THINK TO DO. I LOVE THAT MAN. HE WAS A GREAT MAN. I KNOW THAT HE CHANGE MY LIFE. I WAS THERE AT THE LAST MOMENT. AND I WISH I CAN SAID TO THERE FAMILY.IT WAS A HONOR.
IF I HAVE I WISH.... I WISH I CAN TELL THE WORLD I WONDERFUL LT V. WAS...
HE WAS A GREAT MAN. I AM SO PROUND OF HIM. C co 2-1 CHANGE IRAQ. WE SET THE STANDARD. BECAUSE OF HIM. THANK U GOD.. FOR GIVE 2-1 INF 2 LT V. THANK U 2-1 FOR SETTING THE STANDADS IN IRAQ. THANK U JOHN..."
SPC TERRIQUEZ of DUBLIN TX USA

"WITH THIS HE SAID, "IT'S REALLY ALRIGHT." I'M OUT HERE BY CHOICE, I'M HERE EVERY NIGHT. IT'S MY DUTY TO STAND AT THE FRONT OF THE LINE, THAT SEPARATES YOU FROM THE DARKEST OF TIMES. NO ONE HAD TO ASK, OR BEG OR IMPLORE ME, I'M PROUD TO STAND HERE LIKE MY FATHERS BEFORE ME. THEN HE BENT AND HE CAREFULLY PULLED FROM HIS BAG, THE RED, WHITE AND BLUE...AN AMERICAN FLAG. I CAN LIVE THROUGH THE COLD AND THE BEING ALONE,AWAY FROM MY FAMILY, MY HOUSE AND MY HOME. I CAN STAND AT MY POST THROUGH THE RAIN AND THE SLEET, I CAN SLEEP IN A FOXHOLE WITH LITTLE TO EAT. I CAN CARRY THE WEIGHT OF KILLING ANOTHER, OR LAY DOWN MY LIFE WTH MY SISTER OR BROTHER, WHO STAND AT THE FRONT AGAINST ANY AND ALL, TO ENSURE FOR ALL TIME THAT THIS FLAG WILL NOT FALL." FIGHT FOR OUR RIGHTS AT HOME WHILE WE'RE GONE, TO STAND YOUR OWN WATCH, NO MATTER HOW LONG. FOR WHEN WE COME HOME, EITHER STANDING OR DEAD, TO KNOW YOU REMEMBER THAT WE FOUGHT AND WE BLED. IS PAYMENT ENOUGH, AND WITH THAT WE WILL TRUST, THAT WE MATTERED TO YOU LIKE YOU MATTERED TO US. AUTHOR UNKNOWN. WE SALUTE OUR ARMED FORCES AND WILL FOREVER HONOR OUR FALLEN HEROES."
Roni Aurelio Proud mother of a fallen hero of Olivehurst,CA., USA

"To All the loved ones left behind from our fallen hero's. Please know that we are all in this together. May God bless you and keep you in his care. Keep the memories alive for the fallen. They are Our Hero's.
From a sister of a fallen soldier."
Renee Mercado of Escondido,Ca. USA

"To my Fallen Troopers of the 1st CAV, we were there when the first ballots were tallied. We were back again for the end of the dictator. I hope and pray your sacrifices have not happened in vain. GARY OWEN!!"
SSG S.R.England of COB Speicher, Iraq

"Dear Larry,
hi I miss you so so much big
brother and I love you so so much."
Candice K Wells of T N

"hey uncle!! i miss you alot and i hope ur havin fun up there!... guess what grandma got me a fish for christmas... but yeah i had a preety good new years and also brandons birthday just passed on sunday, we just had a small party at our house!! well i hope to0 se you so0n love you!!!!"
Jackie:ur favorite niece!! of ~American Canyon~

"I am retired Marine and former Marine Corps drill instructor. I pray everyday that I gave my best effort to train the Marines under me and prepare them for the challenges they now face. My heart and prayers go out to you, the families of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. They are not forgotten and will forever be heroes in my mind."
Jon of Muskegon, Michigan

"I WANT TO THANK EVERYONE SERVING OUR COUNTRY ITS PERHAPS ONE OF THE BIGGEST SACRIFICES A SOLDIER MAKES, I KNOW FIRST HAND FOR I MYSELF HAVE LIVED THROUGH IT, I THANK GOD FOR LETTING ME AND MY HUSBAND COME HOME SAFE. NOW HE IS DEPLOYED ONCE AGAIN, AND I KEEP ON PRAYING FOR HIM AND ALL SOLDIERS. STAY SAFE YOU ARE ALL MY HEROES!!!"
REYNA PEREZ of GERMANY

"Almost 4 years after her loss I still think of those Soldiers on that convoy.
How brave and scared they must have been. May God bless the 3,005 that have fallen with her over the last 4 years."
Sergeant First Class Anthony Harbison of Fort Huchuca, Arizona / USA

"Some of you were not afraid to be brave and for that our country is most grateful."
Jonathan Elliott of Delray Beach, Florida

"to ALL of yew boots that DIED for me
eye am dying also for yew a boot
to the bitter end
HOMELESS CHARLAX"
charlesrhice of Tucson,AZ,USA

"I am a reporter with Newsweek magazine working on a special edition we are putting together on the fallen soldiers of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The issue will consist of letters home from soldiers who later died in the conflict. The idea is to construct an oral history of the Iraq War through the voices of those that gave their lives in it. I am writing to ask for submissions from any family, friends or loved ones of soldiers that have died in Iraq to help construct what we feel will be a very important, memorable issue of Newsweek. If you would like your loved one's words included in our magazine (letters, e-mails or even photos are welcome), please contact me at jonathan.mummolo@newsweek.com . Thank you very much for your assistance, and for the use of this web site."
Jonathan Mummolo of Washington, DC

"Please include my son,David Sean Roddy Navy petty officer 2nd class,who died while serving in Iraq on Sept. 16th 2006."
Carol Roddy of Abingdon, Maryland

"... it is not fair, you know ... to bring an old man to the verge of tears, sitting in front of a small screen, in a dark room ... for a young man he never knew, yet did in a way ... he was as the many men I served with over the years ... as my son does now in that same hot, dry place far from home ... it makes this man weary again ... not since "the Wall" came to my town have the tears come close to falling ... "we" kept the faith of our fathers, as they did for their sons ... as "they" continue to do today ... with much sorrow and shared grief, I send belated "Thank You" for the price paid in "our" name ..."
J.T.Picoc, USN (Ret.) of Bremerton, Washington

"To all the Families who have lost a loved one, I pray everyday for you. I wish our Government would acknowledge our Fallen Heroes in a way that would touch EVERY HEART OF EVERY PERSON LIVING IN THE USA, THESE WARRIORS SACRAFICE SHOULD FOREVER BE EMBEDED UPON OUR HEARTS AND SOULS"
Gail Read (Marine Mom) of Orange County CA

"Hello, my beautiful son, my Kristian. You are so missed--the third Christmas without you. We remain so proud of you, Honey. You're the best, Kristian-know that always. You are in the company of so many wonderful men and women who weren't and are, not afraid to stand up for our country. What an incredible military we have and how grateful we are that there are still those who know our freedom should never be taken for granted. I love you so much and wish I could just hold you for five short minutes and then you can go home where I know you and your brothers-in-arms have traded your boots for wings.
Forever and always,
One day closer to seeing your smile,
Mom and Dad"
Alexandra Z Parker of Smithfield, VA

"12/30/06
Another LIFE has been lost. This one was taken and news of his death spread across the world. This LIFE to was TAKEN for the pursuit of FREEDOM not GIVEN. What allows atrocious, brutal, and evil people to gain power? Is it the lack of FREEDOM?
As with all wars much blood has been spilled on both sides. The pain and grief the same for loved ones lost. I feel it is time for the people of Iraq to decide if they can over look age old differences and find a way to come together. Our SOLDIERS (sons and daughters) have given much as well as our nation to provide a chance or an opprotunity for a people to start a new LIFE. Hopefully one without the brutality of the past. We know it will not happen today or tomorrow. It will take time and take the true will of all of the Iraq people. FREEDOM comes with a great cost and must be maintained and nurtured so dictators have no way to get control and power. We know there are many unspoken reasons why we went to war but we do know that our son Lincoln was willing to give his LIFE to help bring down this dictator and give FREEDOM a chance to grow.""

"1SG Rafferty was my drill sergeant and later my 1SG during my rotations in Kosovo (K4B) and Iraq (OIFII). It hit me really hard when I learned of his passing.I will always remember his absolute dedication to helping and teaching soldiers. He IS the example of what a leader should be. He was with me through my whole military career. I just got out of the military and still from time to time when I am in a rough spot I think to myself,"what would 1SG do?". I have never had such respect for ANYONE in my life as I do in 1SG Rafferty and how he lived his life. He was and still is my only real hero. I will see you up there some day,1SG, and we'll laugh about old times in Apocalypse Company. For my hero, (SGT) Jason T. Rumbaugh"
Jason T. Rumbaugh of Everett, wa

"Hijo como cada ano que pasa tu recuerdo me hace sentir fuerte gracias por darme el privilejio de quererte han pasado 3 anos que partiste pero el recuerdo de tu sonrisa quedo gravado para siempre en mi corazon,tu recuerdo me sostiene y el amor de Dios me consuela se que cuando partiste encontraste la luz te fuiste con la sonrisa.Cuando los dias se me hacen triste tu recuerdo me hace sonreir no falta decirlo sabes que siempre te recordare por el resto de mis dias ,asta que Dios me recoja tu micion la terminaste yo me quedado para terminar la mia.Orgullosa estoy de ti David.Tu me dejaste algo precioso que nada lo podra replasar Love you forever."
Rosalba Kuhn of Laguna Vista Tx

"I am the niece of Captian Edward Jason Korn and the daughter of Tammy Williams. I love and miss Jason very much. It will be 4 years since his death, on April 3. He was a great uncle and I will always remember him. He is my hero."
Sabra

"Ms Higgins this is TSgt Richardson from the Maryland National Guard Honor Guard, my condolences to you, I need if possible your phone number to contact you, because Gov. Ehrlich has a program to deliver his personal condolences to you. I and another member of the Honor Guard wish this evening to hand deliver this message from the governor to you, and need to find out whether you will be home so this letter can be delivered, you can send your number to my e mail address krkrkevin@yahoo.com and I will contact you today to let you know what time we are coming. Thank you for your cooperation."
TSGT Kevin Richardson of Baltimore, MD

"I want to thank all service men & women who have lost their lives & to those who are still employed. I am proud to be an American & wish this war was over, but understand all that is needed to defend our country's freedom. Words cannot say how we feel & how proud we are of all of you. I am raising my grand-daughter to understand our country freedom & to be proud of all military near & far. Thank you again for all your suffering & wish you good health & a soon return home.
God Bless you all
mycorvettelovesme@yahoo.com"
Denise Bradley of Salinas, Ca. U.S.A

"thank you to ALL of the servicemembers who died serving our country.my deepest condolences to all of their loved ones.i to know how you feel because i lost my cousin LCPL Jonathan W Grant in operation iraqi freedom."
ANITA OLIVAS of Espanola N,M

"Thank you for giving your sons and daughters to die for us. They will always be in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless and give you peace.
My prayers are with you."
Bob Harrod of Rosamond, CA

"I worked with Terry in BBTC A/1/29 Inf Ft.Benning, GA Good , and decent human being I will miss you at the BBQ's. Your friend Chris"
Thomas C. Scheber of Ft. Richardson, Alaska

"Hello,

We wish to thank ALL the men and women serving our country, past,present and in the future. May the Lord bless and keep you and your families forever. Amen!

With love and respect,"
The Brown and Rompala Families of Long Beach,Ca / USA

"ONLY TWO DEFINING FORCES have ever offered to die for you, JESUS CHRIST died for your SOUL. The AMERICAN GI died for your FREEDOM. Thank them BOTH.
May the Lord bless all the families of all our fallen military heroes. May they never be forgotten."
Fred/Lois Johnson of Mojave.CA

"Im just a guy that was cleaning out a dresser in one of my rooms at home when i came across a newspaper, out of curiosity i sifted through the pages for a reason why it was there. I came across Christopher's article and after reading it I realized Undoubtably the reason was found. I just wanted to say God Bless you Christopher and your family you are a true Hero."
Gabriel Hernandez of Stockton, Ca.

"You gave your lives for us to be free, now it is our turn to set you free."
Deb Medearis of Genoa, America

"From our most humble hearts we thank you..
May the mighty and most merciful lord continue to bless your
family as he has blessed yours with kindest, compassion
bravery, devotion, and love.
Retired Boxers Foundation rep. in Philadelphia"
Gumersindo Vidot of Philadelphia

"WE now have two versions of the song THE
AMERICAN GI on the LEST WE FORGET
website which is WWW. CYBERCLOUD.COM
Our plant sale added $250,00 for the creation of the MEMORIAL GARDEN PROJECT
of Los Angeles. Our tribute to the 2800 GIs who have paid the supreme sacrifice Plesae sign our guest book
Thank you Crashnorm@aol.com"
Norm Pringle of Winnetka Ca. USA

"To all my comrades in arms. I thank you for your sacrifices for our country and for others to have freedoms like ours. May the Lord BLESS all of you. From a fellow war veteran. Thanks"
Gary T. Endruschat of Tampa, Fl. Hillsborough

"Thank you for the gift you have given in securing the freedom of all. While many including myself wish it was over these brave men and women press on. I speak not only as a citizen but as a mother to an only son and his young wife who are currently stationed in Afghanistan.We are forever in your debt. I wish you all a profound sense of peace that your loved ones are in a better place.May they watch over you as they once were watched by you."
of IN USA

"What a great website! This site has been a way for me, as well as many others to express ourselves for the loss of our fallen hero's. A special thanks to all the branches of our military. You serve proud, brave, and with honor. I sure miss the military community. I am a former Pond's Guard from Buedingen, Germany. The soldiers are never far from my thoughts. Thank you guys and gals for the long nights, missed holidays, missed birthdays, births, sleep, etc. We all have our freedom because you and all that served before you. I can't even find the words of gratitude, thank you just isn't enough."
Jennifer Zabel "Duckworth" of Placerville, Ca.

"What a great website, truly a selfless act of patriotism in itself. I am a veteran of the first gulf war, serving for over a year, then in bangledesh, and phillipines with mt. pinatubo eruption. Six years in the Marine Corps gave me the fundamentals and brotherhood which i value each day i breath. My concern is that we as Americans forget things easily, and change our attentions away from what we begin. Why has the patriotism faded with our resolve to avenge 911? We all know deep inside that it needs to be done, and that it would not be easy, "Quick", or painless. "Quick"... what an expectation, false sense of hope and so removed from reality. I for one pray for Americans to shift our attentions back to how we felt on September 12, 2001. Remember the Anger, disbelief, Pain, and Resolve? Overwhelmingly, we all believed in the need for action...remember those feelings? We even believed that President Bush did not act fast enough! War touches each of us differently, but those that have been intimate with War, with the true pain of sacrifice and loss, see things differently. No words can truly portray the sense of anger, disbelief, sorrow, and resolve...but one thing does...our American Flag. While only a piece of colored cloth, its magnificence cloaks us all in its representation for freedom, unity, opportunity, and sacrifice. No other symbol can evoke such emotions as our Blessed American Flag. Associated with the Cross, it has inspired and motivated millions to unite and fight to preserve our way of life. We owe these millions of men and women, who held up this cloak of freedom, to stay united, and follow through on what we began September 11, 2001. How do we do this? Raise the symbol of freedom, put an american flag on your house, trees, cars, lawns, stamps, e-mails, and in your hearts. We as Americans are so influenced by our peers, so be cool, and set the trend of patriotism once again, and people will follow, because we all believe deep down, and it's "Cool" to be an American. Raise a Flag on your house, let it blow in the wind and hear the voices speaking to you, and see the effects it has on those around you...Freedom will never go out of style."
Stotter, Fmr Sgt. USMC of Orlando, Florida, USA

"Lori,

I served 20 years in the military and when I retired I got a ceremony and a few thank you's and that was it, and that was enough. I am very proud to have served. I went to work and no one wanted to hear my "when I was in the military stuff" so I sucked it up because I knew folks simply had no idea how good they have it. And everytime I see someone in the military I am so proud of them. And then you lay down your life. And a few people got it. There are still many that don't. No one can thank you enough, but's here's a start. THANK YOU Lori.

Sincerely"
Willie Lee Green, U.S. Navy (Retired) of Corpus Christi, Texas

"I am a reporter for Reuters newswire working on a story about the personal price the war in Iraq is costing individuals and families around the United States. I want my story to convey what it really means to lose a parent or child or friend to a war that has so many uncertainties surrounding it and I'm hoping to find someone who can help explain that to our readers. I'm trying to stay away from the politics of the war in this story and focus more on the details of what it means to lose even just one soldier, let alone nearly 3,000.
I have a rather tight deadline and need to speak to someone before Wednesday at noon central time.
I can be reached at 913-663-2658 or at my home number at 913-498-8034 in the evening or on cell at 913-526-6190, or via email at carey.gillam@reuters.com
Thanks so much,
Carey Gillam
Reuters News"
carey gillam of Reuters

"Dear Stack Family,
I have served under the direction of Michael at the 1st SWCTs he was a great MAN! He was a Godly man. One of the best First Sergeant I ever had."
Rommel S. Lopez of Columbia SC

"Thanks Brian for serving our country. You were a great cousin. I will love you and miss you very much. You were always there to be with the family. We will miss you for another Christmas. You always said to follow your dreams and if you believed it will be there for you in the long run. I miss you every day. I think of you when i go anyplace.
I know you wanted to serve in the army. I knew something would happen but I did what you said "never let the fear get in your way. Love you.
Merry Christmas Brian"
Megan Willson ( brian's cousin) of White Cloud, Mi

"http://www.pcsuccess.us/yrg/farewellmarine_final.swf"
kilo 3/5 of viet nam 1969

"I know that God has opened the Gates to all of these Wonderful and Brave Heroes, For they have giving the most ultimate sacrafice that any man can give, Their Lives, and I say to each and every one of them, THANK YOU, There IS NO GREATER LOVE THEN WHAT YOU HAVE DONE."
Gail Read of Orange County California

"Hi I am so sorry for your lost. I was searching the web for one of my friends who is in the Marines and it just so happens that I found his name here. I am proud of your daugther and the rest of the marines and the military. I know by reading all this messages from the Marines at Camp LeJeune she was really loved and miss. I know that this is the hard time of the year when you have lost someone but you are in my prayers and feel free to email me.. illinois_angelbaby@hotmail.com God Bless you and your Family"
Angel Kiestler of Topeka, IL USA

"It was a year ago today that our whole world was shattered upon receiving the news of Brent’s death in Ramadi, Iraq. At that moment in time our hearts were broken into a million pieces and the pain was so intense we thought our hearts would burst. In a matter of seconds your whole beautiful life played before me from the moment the doctor first placed you in my arms until the last time I heard your voice on the phone the day before you were KIA. We still feel that pain today and wonder does it ever go away? We are still angry, not at God but with the circumstances that have brought about your death and still can’t believe that you are gone. I know that there are many others who share this pain, agony and sorrow over the terrible loss of all of our brave and courageous soldiers who have made this ultimate sacrifice. You are our heroes and we will never let you be forgotten. There is no greater gift than for one to lay down their lives for another. You Brent were one of the greatest treasures we ever received. I know you were a good and faithful servant of the Lord and you served him well but on December 1, 2005 he called you home to join his Army in heaven. All though we didn’t like God’s plan we have no other choice but to accept it and believe in his promise of eternal life and that we will meet again some day.

Not a day goes by that Jack and I don’t think about you and miss you terribly. This past year has been a hard one on all of us but one thing we have learned is that they are many wonderful and compassionate people out there who have helped us on this journey. We have met and spoken to the families and friends of other soldiers and have tried to help each other through this difficult process called grieving. Without the love and support of our families, friends and the Lord we would not have made it this far. So many people have written and sent their condolences on line through Legacy.com, Militarymagnets.com and Fallenheroes.com. I can not find the words to express our thanks to each and every one of you for your love and support of Brent. Our hero and shining star is and will be forever be in our hearts and minds.

A Death Has Occurred
A death has occurred
And everything is changed.
We are painfully aware
that life can never be
the same again,
that yesterday is over,
that relationships once rich
have ended.
But there is another way
to look upon this truth.
If life now went on the same,
without the presence
of the one who has died
we could only conclude that
the life we remember made no contribution,
filled no space,
meant nothing.
The fact that this person
left behind a place that
cannot be filled
is a high tribute
to this individual.
Life can be the same
after a trinket has been lost,
But never after the loss of a treasure

By Rev. Paul Irion

Love,
Mom and your loving other father Jack"
Barb & Jack Benard of Columbia, PA

"There is not a day that goes by that I do not think about your loved ones sacrifice for us during this time of fighting for freedom. Thank you & God Bless you all. May their soul rest in peace."
Stella of Denver, CO USA

"Psalm 27 Gave comfort into Battle"
Shelley Wykoff of Edinboro, PA U.S.A

"I live in South Africa, and I heard about this site from a friend of mine, who heard it form a friend of hers and so on. Its amazing and I praise God for the ones who visit this site and who honor all those who gave their lives in Iraq. Thank you for allowing people all over the world to appriciate what is here."
J.Engela of Johannesburg, South Africa

"I'm teaching my young son what a hero is and what one looks like. I'm using your picture to teach him. God Bless you and your family. You'll live on forever in our hearts and prayers."
Ned of Chattanooga, TN

"Antoine humbles me and makes me proud to be a child of God. Whereas he might not be with us physically anymore, I truly believe in my heart, that he is more alive and active today than he ever was as a young man walking this Earth. Thanks for your sacrifice, you'll never be forgotten."
Ned of Chattanooga, TN

"To all who thought that they lost someone closer, to those who gave their souls to serve the honor of their country..to those who i stand with them not as interpreter..but as a brother,.. a real brother..because i didn't saw just soldiers ..but real and responsible men..professional men.God bless them and bless America."
Mohammad, Nick name : Elvis of Baghdad, Iraq

"To the family of Joshua Ware, you are still in my thoughts and prayers after a year. Although I did not know you, I to am from Apache, Ok, and it is a great honor to say that having you serve our country and give up your life for us, we are in debt to you always. It helps to know we have one more bright shining star watching over us each night. God bless you and your family."
Tia Fisher of Apache, Ok. USA

"I Support The Troops Who Insure My Freedom With Their Lives.


Freedom Is Not Free. I Am A Disabled Vietnam Veteran.

When I came back from Vietnam, the war protesters (Hippies)

Spit on me at the Airport and called me Baby Killer.

We must make sure this never happens again.

This list is the place to show our Troops We Support Them.

We need to keep them in our prayers and be thankful for what they are doing for us.

We wouldn't be here today with out the sacrifice that so many of our men

and women in uniform make.

If you know of someone who is Serving Our Country, Please Join This List.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Yellow_Ribbon/"
Robert Nicholas of Olney IL USA

"I make a living stringing words together to tell stories or get my point across. At this moment, though, I am at a loss. No words can describe what I'm feeling now that I've browsed these pages, reading, weeping, experiencing only a miniscule part of the agony you all are feeling. I can only say thank you, with all my heart, to all of you heroes who have fallen, say stand strong to all of you now serving, and pray the Lord's comfort and healing to pour out on all of you left behind writhing in the agony of this war. And hope, for now, it is at least a good start."
donna fleisher of the central Oregon Coast

"Happy Veteran's Day. You are a hero and truly missed!"
SSG & Mrs. Robert Bridges of FT Hood, TX

"I still wear my black bracelet everyday.
Brett thank God for heroes such as yourself. You will NOT be forgotten!

God bless you and your family.

dsmwc8@umkc.edu"
SGT Daniel Morgan of Kansas City, Missouri

"You never really die as long as ther is someone left to remember" And when ther is no one left to rember" it really dose not matter" because were all back together again."
Johnny G of Rohnert Park ca,USA

""If you are going through hell, keep going." -Winston Churchill

Our troops are doing what Churchill said, and more. Going out there day after day is a true testament to the courage of our soldiers. Their commitment and sacrifice to their duty, and that of their comrades are truly inspiring. Their families should be proud of the sacrifices they have made for the American and Iraqi people, making the world a safer place for all of us.

"When you go home, tell them of us and say: 'For your tomorrow, we gave our today.'" -Burma Campaign Memorial Inscription"
Charles of California

"This is for Christopher Cash. I was thinking of you and your Mom today as we celebrate Veteran's Day. I went to the Cash Run Website. It was the first time I saw the new photos. There is a photo of you and Jody there, on your rocking horse. That is how I always remember you, rocking like crazy and being so happy. I'm sorry that I didn't get to know you as you were growing up. From all the tributes from those that were lucky enough to know you, you were a great man. Rest in peace."
Jacquie Alarie DaSilva of Arizona

"To the Dunham Family:

I had the pleasure to serve with your son while assigned as his Platoon Commander, MCSFCo, Kings Bay, GA, Close Quarters Battle (CQB) Platoon. Jason was a remarkable man. He always was willing to help another Marine. He was smart and technically and tactically proficient. I wish I could have served with him while he was in Iraq.

He was fortunate to have an outstanding Company Commander while In Iraq. Capt Trent Gibson, is by far one of our nations best leaders. I had the pleasure to live and work alongside of him while we were in The Basic School. You could not have asked for a better leader and mentor to send your son into combat.

I miss Jason dearly and I hope I served him well. He was and is everything a Marine NCO epitomizes. You should be proud that you raised and outstanding young man and Marine. Words can not express my sincerest condolences. Your son is a true patriot.

To Jason: We wish you were here but deeply appreciate your sacrifice you made while serving our country and the men you led. I for one, will never forget the you and the commitment you made to your Marines and our country.

From all the Marines assigned to MCSFCo, Kings Bay, CQB Platoon.... Happy Birthday Marine. You will be missed but not forgotten. Semper Fidelis.

Greg Alznauer
Capt USMCR
919/553-3932"
Greg Alznauer of Clayton, NC

"To the Dunham family,

I was a Marine and I'm proud to have worn the same uniform as your son. God bless his courage and god bless your family."
Mike V. of Streamwood,IL

"hey hollisaid, thanks."
cannon

"Its young men like Brandon , whose loss to us is beyond mourning. Its the loss of a future leader, teacher, or Father in a future that will surely need men like Mr. Smith around."
R.Barrett of Fredericksburg, Va.

"I am very proud to have had a father that fought for this country in Vietnam. He passed away in Jan 2003. He was a very loved man, and I am proud to carry on the tradition of our family in fighting for American Freedom."
SPC Carbonero of Ft. Hood TX

"THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR CONTINUED COMMITMENT,WE NEED YOU ,YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.THANK GOD FOR AMERICANS SUCH AS YOURSELF."
AUNT SUSAN of MARYLAND

"i miss you wes. ilove you so much and miss you so much .miss the times that you came to the house and coonhunted together well better go love u and your family"
Keshia Maxine and Willard of Celina tn

"God Bless all of you that have made the ultimate sacrifice! Get home safe!"
Katie of Alexandria, VA

"A large donation in the name of Sean Silva was made to the 'Toys for Tots' Christmas gift program. Mr Wright of Colorado Springs is seeing to it that you are remembered here. My thanks to you for your service and sacrifice."
Brenda of Colo. Springs, Co USA!

"I was at services for L/Cpl. Collingsworth tonight (29 Oct. ) and saw a floral remembrance from L/Cpl. Ellison's family...I recognized the name and I just wanted you to know."
Hub Galliker of Warren, Michigan

"I would just like to say i am very proud of our men and women in uniform i pray each day that one day there will be no more wars."
Bob Chivsano of Kalispell, Montana

"thanks everybody for loving my brother i miss him so much but knowing how much you all love him makes me feel so much better may god bless u all thanks for ur prayers and support"
andry tejeda of dominican republic

"My PL in Iraq. Though I didn't know him well, Lt. Torres was a man of honor and a leader for us all. He died because he did his job, leading from the front of the convoy. I was there the night that he died, and proudly say I fought along side of him. He will throughly be missed."
Sary Nhet of Lowell, Ma

"God Bless!!!!!

Paul Smith and his family. I feel for you, because I had been there (combat).

Although I will never be able to know the true feeling of thier loss, it is always in my memory, and heart, for him and all my brothers and sisters.


Gary Sherman SGT US Army
trauma48@yahoo.com"
Gary Sherman of Griswold, Connecticut

"Not a day goes by that I not pray and shed a tear for our service men and woman serving our country. You represent everything that is true and real about our country. You serve seflessly and give it all. The blood of your fallen comrads in arms is ever so present in my heart. I love you all. In my heart, you are all "my children" and I can't wait untill you come home safe. God Bless you all always..."
Maritza of Gregory, MI

"Well my LOVE another year has passed. I can not believe it has been 3yrs since we talked. Seems like it was yesterday. I will never forget us and no one will ever be the love of my life,like you were. I knew it when i first saw you standing in building C. I knew you and I would build are lives and have 2 awesome boys. Kobe is definatly just like you,personality and looks. well goodbye my lover,goodbye my friend,you have been the one for me. james blunt goodbye my lover is dedicated to you my love. love you always and til the day I die. REST N PEACE. I no you are with your dad and my mom,please watch over us. we need your strenght. Jordan Renea Ward"
Jason Ward,Wife of Spring,Tx

"Hey "G"
Well, as we approach the 3 year anniverasry since you were abruptly taken from us, I just want you to know that even though you are not here with us I still think of you all the time. G I really do miss you. It just doesn't seem right without you. I know that you are near and watching me because I can feel your spirit. Thanks. You said that you would never leave me. G I am and always will be so proud of you. You gave the ultimate sacrifice. Please keep a special eye out for me. I love you. I miss you always. Until we meet again,
Love your sister,Renee
A big sister missing her little brother"
Renee Mercado of Escondido, Ca. USA

"Thanks for your ultimate sacrafice.
Our freedom would not exist, if people like you did not protect our nation."
USMC Cpl of Parris Island, SC

""I thank God everyday that we live in a country that we are free to worship as we please and most of all that we have brave men and women willing to sacrifice their lives so that we can keep it that way.

I watched the flag pass by one day,
It fluttered in the breeze.
A young Soldier saluted it,
And then he stood at ease..

I looked at him in uniform
So young, so tall, so proud,
With hair cut square and eyes alert
He'd stand out in any crowd.

I thought how many men like him
Had fallen through the years.
How many died on foreign soil
How many mothers' tears

How many pilots' planes shot down
How many died at sea
How many foxholes were soldiers' graves
No, freedom isn't free.

I heard the sound of Taps one night,
When everything was still,
I listened to the bugler play
And felt a sudden chill.

I wondered just how many times
That Taps had meant "Amen,"
When a flag had draped a coffin.
Of a brother or a friend.

I thought of all the children,
Of the mothers and the wives,
Of fathers, sons and husbands
With interrupted lives.

I thought about a graveyard
At the bottom of the sea
Of unmarked graves in Arlington.
No, freedom isn't free.

ENJOY YOUR FREEDOM AND THANK A SOLDIER FOR IT!

God Bless Our Troops!"""
Patricia Hommel of Spring, Texas, USA

"Hi big brother I miss you and love you."
Candice Wells of Tennessee

"Thank you for triing to save our lifes.
You ment a lot to me big brother. You were always there for me and I never told you thank you so thank you. I love you big brother."
Candice Wells of Tennessee

"To the Patton Family-
May God Bless you and give you the strenght and preseverence you need to go on. Know in your hearts that Shane is with you in Spirit. He was an honorable and courageous man who put his life on the line to protect us and he will always be remembered for that.

Te Amo"
of Los Angeles, CA

"Dear Ann, I can't possibly know how you feel or hurt, but I think of you often & pray for you. Micheal may be gone but never forgotten! What a proud MOm I know you are. Much love and prayers."
Vicky Akers of Pulaski Va.

"God Bless all you fallen Heroes who have served so valiantly and given the ultimate sacrafice not only for our freedoms but to give freedom to those who have never known it.
God Bless the families of our fallen heroes for your great sacrafice you are in my heart thought and prayers."
Bob Reed of Palm Coast, FL / USA

"LIFE...so fragile.
LOSS... so sudden.
HEART...so broken.

In the wake of such a loss, we're haunted by things we don't - and may never - understand.
Yet the solace we seek, may not come from answers.
So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection.

May that love lift you,

hold you close,

and give you peace.

to the family and friends of Chris Cosgave Jr. United States Marine Corp Reserve.........please know, that your pain is felt across The USA....Land of the Free, because of the Brave...thank you, for your sacrifice.
debey,
a Gold Star Mom
In South Dakota

forestburg_sd@hotmail.com

............."
Debey Senska, of Forestburg S Dak USA

"To a fallen hero, who bears a somewhat similar name of a girl who I loved (Molly Banazack - Free Mason Show Choir - Shell Lake, WI) when I was a young man, who joined the Army elite Ranger unit in 1988 from Wisconsin. I think about her and the current soldiers serving in the Middle East today. May she rest in peace and know that once Army always Army!!"
Ty of Bloomington, IL

"To a fallen hero, who bears a somewhat similar name of a girl who I loved (Molly Banazack - Free Mason Show Choir - Shell Lake WI) when I was a young man, who joined the Army elite Ranger unit in 1988 from Wisconsin. I think about her and the current soldiers serving in the Middle East today. May she rest in peace and know that once Army always Army!!"
Ty of Bloomington, IL

"To a fallen hero, who bears a somewhat similar name of a girl who I loved (Molly Banazack - Free Mason Show Choir - Shell, WI) when I was a young man, who joined the Army elite Ranger unit in 1988 from Wisconsin. I think about her and the current soldiers serving in the Middle East today. May she rest in peace and know that once Army always Army!!"
Ty of Bloomington, IL

"Hi Sweetheart,

I have yet had a voice in loosing you to this war, loosing you in our lives…as a son, brother and hero…I can’t comprehend how I am living life - still as a mother and a wife. I am lost for words because I am so deeply saddened by your passing and so honored to have you as my son, our hero and to many A Battled Hardened Warrior…..If only I would have known when you were born on my birthday, how really special that day was….I knew it, but I really didn’t grasp it until you were gone….If I only knew that people, including family would make me feel the lowest I’ve ever felt in my life. The way they stare, how they stopped communicating with us, the way they said they would be there for us always….I wonder where everyone went after the cameras were gone…Why is it only us, by ourselves, with no one to turn to when we are feeling down? I guess we were always such a proud and private family and no matter what we went through, we would go through it together and privately. Maybe family and friends can’t be there for us like they thought they could….nevertheless, we are now, the most noticed people in town and its so strange…If I only knew how to not pretend that I’m dying inside and scream out whenever I feel the need to without people saying I’ve lost it. Just the thought of what you’ve gone through and how much you’ve accomplished in the 23 years of your life makes me proud to be your mother and it brings me back and helps me to go on living….How does a child of your respect and honor go before all of the bad people in the world?…How does a child with the knowledge of an older person, go before an older person whose ready to die?…You had so much to offer to this world, this life and your career. I can’t help but to think God made the wrong choice when he chose you to die that day….I didn’t know that I would still be able to get out of bed everyday and breathe again without you in my life…I told the Marines who delivered the worst news I ever got in my life, that I couldn’t live without you….Did they know I was wrong? Is that why they never looked at me when I said it…Did they see your beautiful sister standing beside me, holding my hand with her head held high with pride and tears and knew that I wouldn’t be able to give up on her….I wonder if they knew that….I always wondered how on Gods Green Earth this could have happened to our family…Why didn’t I comprehend the fact that you were in immediate danger when they told me you were shot in April....Why didn’t I do something drastic to make you come home…Why didn’t I lie to you and tell you I was dying, like I told my coworker I was going to say to you when you called…I think I have the answer….I knew you wouldn’t come home until your mission was complete…I knew no matter how much pain you were in, you would finish to the end and then come home, either it be without limbs or in a body bag…I know how proud you were of your squad and how you wanted to be their fighting along side them and how you wanted to make sure they all made it home alive…Well I hope you know that they all made it back from Iraq alive….and they have moved on with their lives…I hope they are thinking about you and remembering the sacrifice you’ve made for them…Your Bronze Star and Purple Hearts are a constant reminder that you were one of the best Marines and that you died doing what you loved….I will forever hold you at the Highest Regard and no matter what happens in the future with your broken hearted family….You will always be with us…We know it and we feel it everyday….Thank you Son for all you’ve done for our family and for this Country. Thank you for being the best son a mother & father could ever hope for….Thank you for being the big brother your sisters could ever need….We love you!

P.S. For all of the Service Men and Women here and abroad, May God Bless You and Your Families

A Proud and Brokenhearted Mom"

"Davy Cakes...you were one of my very best friends...everytime I watch a Disney movie I will think of you!!!Your Powder Blue Ranger...getting stuck at the Bay Front...the only "boy" allowed in my room and to stay the night...totally innocent!!! So many more memories...My mom loves you! Love and think about you all the time!!! Thank You!!!!!"
Sheana Marie of W. OR

"How to put into words what we should all feel in our hearts. Kampha the pride & the sorrow we all feel is so overwhelming. All of you will never be forgotten."
Great Aunt Dee of Baxter IA USA

"Andrew. Wow what to say. I miss you so and cant wait to see you again. Everytime I see DJ I see you too. Right by his side just like the old times. Remembering those day where at 2am you would be calling him saying lets go to taco bell or can I borrow a shirt for tomorrow. Those times will never be lost. Nor will my love for you. I love you Andrew."
Jessica of Northglenn, Co

"I dont know you but I know his little brother Auston and I feel really bad that you lost your soldier in the war. Im afraid of that happening to my Grandpa every single day. Im really sorry about him.
From:
Sammy Jo"
Samantha P. of Bettendorf, IA, USA

"For our nation's heroes, especially for our fellow Navy Sailors and their proud families,
Thank you for your heroic sacrifice for our freedom. Your Sailor will NEVER be forgotten. His or her gift to our nation will never be taken for granted. Our thoughts and prayers are with you daily. "For they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength." Isaiah 40:31
With sincere sympathy and respect,"
The Thompson Family of Centennial, Colorado

"I want to send my condolences to the Cunningham family. I want to thank him and all that serve to ensure the safety of our wonderful country.
Officer Isidro Ramirez
University of Arkansas Police"
Officer Isidro Ramirez of Fayetteville Arkansas USA

"From one Hurley Family to another
God Bless"
William Hurley of Ireland and UK

"My name is HN Taylor a Naval Reservist who is naval corpsmen and a nurse. I am greatly sorry for your lost. Your family member has paid a great price for our freedom. We all know that freedom cost a great deal. I joined the miltary because i wanted to follow in my families foot steps.I am now assigned t Naval Hospital. I don't know how express what i to say. The military is family whether navy, marine, army or air force we look after each other and family member. We might fight among each other but that's how families are but we wont left outside hurt or detroy our family. we fight among our selves. We also take care of the families that are left behind. So what i trying say is if you need any help and you thank that i may be some assistance contract me by e-mail troyetaylor539348@yahoo.com. again i am greatly sorry for your lost.

HN Taylor, RN"
HN Taylor of kingsland, Ga. Camden

"My name is HN Taylor a Naval Reservist who is naval corpsmen and a nurse. I am greatly sorry for your lost. Your family member has paid a great price for our freedom. We all know that freedom cost a great deal. I joined the miltary because i wanted to follow in my families foot steps.I am now assigned t Naval Hospital. I don't know how express what i to say. The military is family whether navy, marine, army or air force we look after each other and family member. We might fight among each other but that's how families are but we wont left outside hurt or detroy our family. we fight among our selves. We also take care of the families that are left behind. So what i trying say is if you need any help and you thank that i may be some assistance contract me by e-mail troyetaylor539348@yahoo.com. again i am greatly sorry for your lost.

HN Taylor, RN"
HN Taylor of kingsland, Ga. Camden

"9/11

When they came they made ripples in the water,
They changed us as a country forever.

When I think about it I think of you the soilders
I cry,
I think of it every day and I can’t help to feel helpless.
Helpless for the families,
who haven’t seen you there loved ones for over five years.

I think of how much you have lost.
I feel like I should do some thing so I am writting this poem for you,
all you who are over there every day fighting.
Fighting so that I can be here sitting in my nice house,

while you are out there.
out there not here so that we can be here.


SO I AM SAYING THANK YOU!!

I know I’m not the first to say this,
but I did this so that Iknow that Icould do something to make YOU more loved.

becuse even though I may never meet you, I love you for what you do for me.

Who knows maybe I will meet you one day.

Because I am now thinking of inslisting so I won’t feel helpless any more.
So I will feel as if I can do something.

I know you get this every day people saying thankyou, but
I mean it.


Just don’t forget that I love every one of you out there so I can be here.

I may never hear from you but at least I tried to get to know you so that way I am meaning something to someone who I will never meet.



Love,
Paula Maria Handler
Age 13
you can email me back at littlelarka@earthlink.net


P.S. THANK YOU AGAIN REALLY!!"
Paula Marisa Handler of Jackbro, Tennessee United States of Ameria

"Have you heard of THE MEMORIAL GARDEN PROJECT
This idea is to create a beautiful garden in the Los Angeles Area for the 2500 GIs who have given their lives so Iraq may live in freedom. We have this site( The Fallen Heroes Memorial) and the song THE AMERICAN GI on CYBERCLOUD.COM Please visit us and sign the guest book"
Norm Pringle of Los Angeles California

"SIR, IT WAS AN HONOR TO SERVE WITH AN INDIVIDUAL LIKE YOU. YOU WERE A HARD CHARGER AND CARED ABOUT ALL OF YOUR MARINES. EVERYTIME I THINK ABOUT THAT DAY I GET CHOKED UP. I KNOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE NOW, BUT WE ALL REALY MISS YOU ALOT. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE HELP AND GUIDENCE. YOU WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTEN. MAY GOD TAKE CARE OF YOUR FAMILY. THANK YOU SIR, SEMPER FI!!!"
CPL ASAD of CALIFORNIA

"my name is madison and i know kelly because he went to sgt camp with my step-dad steven guliickson and kelly was the most happiest person i knew and he brought so much to this world..he was so good at cheering people up and i enjoyed knowing him .. i am very sorry to the family and friends losin ghim was ver horrible and he didnt desreve to die!! i was very grateful for the time i got to spend with him and i will always pray for hima nd rememeber when he came home with ym step-dad for thanksgiving.it was such a great time and i enjoyed knowing him...

god bless!!
and im VERY sorry for your lost...."
madison of Edina Minnesota

"My deepest condolences, my deepest prayers are with you. No one will ever know what it is like/feel unless they have a family member in the service, serving our country. It is so easy for people to talk about something they know nothing about, unless you tell them, "How would you feel if your son/Daughter were in the service going thru what I'm going thru? You will never know. The love for a child never stops, They will always be our babies."
Rosa Berlanga of Cypress, Texas

"Dear Travis
thank you for serving our county.Your family misses you like you wouldnt believe.I look up to you as on eof my biggest idols for what you have done for me and othe rpeole thta you also know. I Love You so much!"
Cousin Kendall of Albany, Oregon

"Hey Edward. Its been three years, and i still miss you like crazy. The family we got has not been the same without you. Your nephew was born two months to the date that you were killed. Darvis Edward Buggs. Yep, I kept my word. First I couldnt even call him Edward cause I missed you so bad. Im still a little bit upset at the government for sending all of you guys over there. I think of you everyday. Sometimes, I catch myself doing the silly things you use to do. Ill ask my kids whats two plus eight and when they give me the right answers ill say you're wrong its sixteen. Remember? I wish you could see Darvis, not just him though, all your nieces and nephews, and especially your son. He's growing up, boy. Do you know how much I love you? Cause I do. I cant put it into words. You kept us intact. You made us a family. I really love you big brother. your baby sis dede"
Delaine Buggs of Barnwell, SC / Barnwell

"Death to the crusaders"

"dear mister wanna be terror guys ...we the people are living lives that are not about you
our lives are all goal oriented
we are about strength truth and freedom
if this doesnt interest you then you may have missed the point
you are judgemental unforgiving and living your life in the past
( power trips are for kids... no? )
no offense but you really dont matter to us
if you feel the urge to blow something up there are several 900 numbers listed"
bob sawatzky of edmonton alberta canada

"Ricky,

I am really lost for words....I miss you very much. I remember all the great times we had at Camp Garry Owen, Korea. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers everyday and I will be paying a visit to Oregon in the near future. Miss you lots and I love you, brother."
Sgt. Julian Rodriguez of Sacramento, CA

"I would like to remember EVERYONE who faught in ANY war. People usually ony remember those who died, not the ones who faught and survived. The ones who were taken before there time. I would also like to leave a memorial message, for ALL those who faught in ANY war. A message for the ones who died AND for the ones who survived. The people who many forget; the ones that survive. The ones that carried the memories, the scares and the pain untill the end of there days. Many remember the Great men and women who died, but not enough remember the great men and women who lived. To face death takes great courage, but to face death and survive, to live on takes a special kind of person."
Kimberley Linyard-Tough of London

"Thank all of who serve our country. I wish I could do somethig in return to say thank you.(chrisasmith_1@hotmail.com)"
Christopher Alan Smith of Arlington, Tx/USA

"THANK YOU AND ALL THOSE SERVING OUR COUNTRY. I PRAY FOR ALL STILL THERE AND I WILL PRAY FOR THE FAMILIES THAT HAVE LOST THEIR LOVED ONES"
MICHELLE MURRAY of ST.JOSEPH MISSOURI

"Doc Kent, the best Doc I've ever served with. A Marine's Doc, Semper Fidelis and EER-RAH!!!! WPNS 1/6"
1stSgt William Frye of Washington DC

"The son is the soul of the father.

ARISE MY SON
by
jb Anton



Arise my Beloved Prince! Face the morning Sun!
For there to the East in Desolate Lands,
The War I feared has begun.
I knew this day was coming;
I knew it from the start.
Why was I chosen among all men
To sire your magnificent heart?
Your Majestic Father, the King of all Kings,
Has sorely tested my faith and belief;
How could He not know I would love you,
Perhaps bear some unspeakable grief?
Why weren’t you born of wealth and fame,
The son of some higher man?
Then mercifully I could live in Darkness,
Blinded to His Heavenly Plan.
I hear the Archangel’s Trumpet, my son,
Calling the Warriors from out of the West.
The Time of Battle is upon us;
You must now take your place with the rest.
How strong and straight you are, my son;
I’m so filled with loving pride.
You are the image of your Heavenly Father
By whom both of us were tried.
Go quickly now to do your Father’s Work;
I dare no more to speak.
Please don’t look back at your old Dad;
Just kiss me on the cheek."
jb Anton of New Jersey

"sleep well my brothers-in-arms, kanfei shkina yishmoru aleichem"
Michael Grogan of Albuquerque,NM/USA

"Brothers in Arms: It is a great honour for a solider to die in uniform defending the freedom of his/her country no matter if it is india or america. We both love our freedom and the freedom of other countries. he died defending the freedom of others and that is the uttermost duty of a solider. Once a Solider is always a solider. It is a saying that a solider lives by choice loves by chance and kills by profession."
Flt. Raan Vijay Singh of india

"While his fellow soldiers prepared to unleash one of the most spectacular land assaults in modern military history, Col. Ted Westhusing was studying old wars. He was in the final months of writing his doctoral dissertation at Emory University's department of philosophy in the spring of 2003. His topic was honor. As the Third Infantry Division charged into Iraq, Westhusing pored over ancient Greek texts like those once preserved in Baghdad's libraries, comparing them to modern Civil War novels and accounts of valor in America's more recent wars. He was an archaeologist carefully sifting the history of human violence: Achilles' savagery at Troy, Gen. Robert E. Lee's compassion to an underling at Gettysburg, Gen. Matthew Ridgway's turnaround of the Eighth Army's retreat in Korea. He sought an understanding of what the Greeks called arete- skill, excellence, or virtue - because Westhusing wanted to know, exactly, what honor meant for the modern American soldier. "Born to be a warrior, I desire these answers not just for philosophical reasons, but for self-knowledge," he wrote.

Westhusing stood out on Emory's leafy green campus, which is not far from downtown Atlanta. He was twice as old as some of his fellow graduate students, with a buzz cut that grayed at the temples. They showed up for class in shorts and flip-flops, Westhusing in slacks and loafers. They stayed out late at campus bars,Westhusing had a wife and three children. They were younger, but he was faster. Intensely competitive, he had a physique as lean and hard as an ax head. He could often be seen jogging through the hilly neighborhoods around campus in camouflage and combat boots, a full rucksack strapped to his back. He challenged his fellow students to race. "I'm ten years older than you, man. You wouldn't last five minutes in the army!" he'd shout as he ran past. And he finished his dissertation in three years - a year or two earlier than most students. The story about his dissertation defense was campus legend. Supposedly he had walked into the room in full dress uniform, took a seat in front of his advisers, and placed his sidearm wordlessly on the desk in front of him. It was apocryphal, but it spoke to his Pattonesque reputation: bullheaded, self-assured, and packed with military bravado.

Westhusing's unwavering belief in the United States made him a maverick in another way. In a department of professional skeptics,Westhusing was a believer. He saw things in black and white, true or false, right or wrong. There was no room for relativism in Westhusing's world. He was a deeply faithful Catholic who attended Mass nearly every Sunday. His ardent, unalloyed patriotism burned brightly in the coffee shops and classrooms of the mostly liberal institution. He loved his country, loved serving it, loved defending it. "We have the finest fighting force to ever exist, and we will get the job done, no matter what it is," he said.3 Some found his conviction exhilarating. Westhusing got into fierce debates with fellow students, leaving newspaper clippings in mailboxes with comments circled in pen. He loved arguing about Aristotle and Epictetus, Kant and Wittgenstein. "He enjoyed being the voice of dissent.He definitely had a strong contrarian streak," said Aaron Fichtelberg, a fellow student who went on to become a professor at the University of Delaware, when we spoke ofWesthusing in the fall of 2005. Others found him rigid and inflexible. It was almost as if he wasn't interested in digging too deeply into the issues, afraid of the moral ambiguities he might find. One of his fellow graduate students suggested a reading by liberal philosopher Martha Nussbaum that questioned the value of patriotism. Westhusing refused even to attend the discussion group. Instead he sent a typed three-page response criticizing the article. "There were clearly things that Ted was not willing to question. One of them was patriotism," Fichtelberg told me.

Westhusing stood out in the military too. He had graduated third in his class at West Point. He became a Ranger and special forces instructor with the legendary Eighty-second Airborne, serving in some of the world's hot spots: East Berlin before the wall tumbled, Central America during the proxy wars between the United States and the Soviet Union, the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea.He loved working with soldiers in the field, but it wasn't enough.He thought he could have more influence by training America's next generation of officers. He decided to teach at West Point.

There he returned to his devotion: honor. For Westhusing, honor was what set the soldier apart from the rest of society. It gave a soldier meaning, the military strength, and society structure. At West Point he became one of the army's top ethicists, contributing to military journals and grappling with the toughest issues of modern war. Emory was a chance to deepen his knowledge. He learned ancient Greek and modern Italian. When he graduated in 2003, he was one of only fourteen out of eighty thousand officers in the army with a PhD in philosophy.

Westhusing had only one regret about his immersion in academia - he had never seen combat. It gnawed at him that he missed the first GulfWar, which happened while he was earning his master's. He had also not seen action in Bosnia, Kosovo, or any other of America's myriad conflicts. "He used to say he never had a shot fired at him in anger. There was a twinge of disappointment as he said that," Fichtelberg said.Westhusing's interest, after all, was in applied ethics. He was not interested in philosophy for its own sake.He had written about the thresholds of knowledge necessary before a commander could order an air strike, and about the rules of engagement that governed when a soldier could open fire during a peacekeeping mission. The classroom was good enough for discussion. But the battle- field was where you tested ideals. "War is the hardest place to make moral judgments," he wrote.


THE THINKING WARRIOR

Westhusing was born in 1960, the third child in a closely knit family of seven siblings that grew up in Texas and Oklahoma.His father, Keith Westhusing, served in the Korean War and had been a commander in the Navy Reserve. He was a geophysicist who worked with NASA during the moon mission, and the Westhusing kids had grown up with the children of the Apollo astronauts. The family moved from Texas to Oklahoma when Westhusing was in the eighth grade, settling in Jenks, an outlying suburb of Tulsa across the Arkansas River from Oral Roberts University. Tim Westhusing, the oldest of the siblings, said his younger brother played the role of mediator in the competitive family, which spent summer vacations engaged in tennis and basketball tournaments with one another. "He was the one who could really calm down a family of nine.He was the diplomat," said Tim, a telecommunications executive.

Although small, Ted Westhusing played basketball for the Jenks High School Trojans as a starting guard. He was intensely driven. Joe Holladay, who coached Westhusing before going on to become an assistant coach at the University of North Carolina, recalled him showing up at the gym at 7 a.m. to get in a hundred extra practice shots. The team nearly won the state championship his senior year."There was never a question of how hard he played or how much effort he put into something,"Holladay said."Whatever he did, he did well.He was the cream of the crop. Ted was special." Westhusing was academically talented as well, with a flair for math and science. He was a National Merit Scholar and the vice president of a fellowship of Christian athletes. (He would have been the school's valedictorian if not for a B in driver's education.) Both students and teachers knew there was something different about Westhusing. "He was very bright and a successful athlete, but he didn't boast about it," said Mike Means, the Jenks principal who coached Westhusing. "He had a maturity level as far as his character and values."

Westhusing thought about going to Notre Dame or Duke University, but decided on West Point. His mother, Terry, had had to evacuate with her family when Pearl Harbor was attacked, and Westhusing had always been intrigued by his family's military past. The nation's oldest military academy also appealed to the competitor in Westhusing. Only one of every ten applicants is accepted. The median grade point average of the entering class is 3.5; 20 percent are class presidents; 60 percent are varsity team captains. The roster of graduates includes many heroes of American military history, from Robert E. Lee (class of 1829) to Gen. John "Black Jack" Pershing (class of 1886) to Dwight D. Eisenhower (1915) to Norman Schwarzkopf (1956).

When Westhusing entered West Point in 1979, the tradition-bound institution was in the midst of turmoil. The first female cadets were going through the system; within a year the academy would name the first black first captain, the leader of the cadet corps. A revelation in 1976 that scores of cadets had cheated on their engineering exams had resulted in congressional hearings, public outcry, and a commitment from the army to reemphasize the academy's moral code. From the moment they entered, cadets were taught to value duty, honor, and country and drilled in West Point's strict moral code: A cadet will not lie, cheat, or steal - or tolerate those who do.

Westhusing embraced the code's austere demands. As an underclassman, he was the honor representative for his company, serving on the cadet committee that reviews any violations and makes recommendations on punishment. As a senior, or firstie, Westhusing was the honor captain, the highest-ranking ethics position in the cadet corps. It is a position of tremendous responsibility, with the ability to make decisions that can destroy the future of would-be officers. Each year, some one hundred cases of honor violations come before the committee. They range from accusations of lying to cheating to stealing. Most infractions result in punishments such as being forced to repeat a year of school, but about 10 percent bring the ultimate sanction: the offender is separated - expelled - from the class. Col. Tim Trainor, a classmate and West Point professor, said Westhusing was strict but sympathetic to cadets' problems. He remembered him as "introspective." Lt. Col. William Bland, another classmate and professor, said Westhusing managed to maintain the cadets' respect despite being a disciplinarian. "He was a smart guy, a thoughtful guy, a caring guy. He was pensive," Bland said. As honor captain "you do a lot of thinking."


BEGUILING VIRTUE

After graduation,Westhusing became an infantry platoon leader. He took Ranger and Airborne training and went through jungle warfare courses in Panama. He rose to become division operations officer and chief of staff for the Eighty-second Airborne, based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, where he worked with Gen. David Petraeus. He loved commanding soldiers. Westhusing told friends that one of his favorite postings was near the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea. He lived with his platoon, far from the comforts of base. "He liked it because he was with his people. He was living with them. 'That's the way you lead soldiers,' he said. 'You lead them by being with them, rather than being at a comfortable villa,'" his dissertation adviser, Nick Fotion, told me.

Nonetheless,Westhusing was always drawn to intellectual pursuits. In his doctoral dissertation, he wrote about visiting the remote village of Chipyong-ni in South Korea, the site of a famed defensive stand by U.S. and French forces during the Korean War.He "walked and studied in detail" the battlefield in an effort to distinguish "false from true honor," he wrote in his doctoral dissertation. "War is brutal; courage remains supreme," he wrote.

"True self-knowledge in the form of the moral virtue of 'honor' demands warrior recognition of that brute, vulgar fact."

He went to Emory twice, once for his master's degree in the early 1990s and a second time in 2000 to get his doctorate. He chose Emory partly because the philosophy department had one of the nation's few programs in applied military ethics, but also because of its reputation as a bastion of classical Greek philosophy.Westhusing had little truck with modern epistemology (he told one friend that society had "taken the wrong road after Descartes"). He loved Socrates, Aristotle, Plato. His favorite saying was by Socrates from Plato's Phaedo: "Those philosophizing rightly are practicing to die."

"He saw himself as a person of antiquity. He felt much more engaged in ancient Greece than the modern world. He was an anachronism," Fichtelberg recalled. To master ancient Greek, Westhusing took an intensive summer course at the University of Texas. His professor, Tom Palaima, remembered how Westhusing jumped at the chance to participate in the Aristophanes play The Acharnians. Westhusing played the role of Lamachus, a braggart, buffoonish general. He seemed to enjoy the chance to poke fun at himself and his beloved military. "He took to the role, and the self-irony to do it. He was just tremendous," Palaima remembered.

Westhusing's 352-page doctoral dissertation is a dense, searching, and sometimes personal effort to define the ideal spirit for a modern American soldier. His lantern held high, he plucked specific examples from history and picked each apart in a search for the perfect warrior. Achilles was a fierce fighter, adept with his spear and physically fit. But he desecrated Hector's corpse and selfishly pouted on the sidelines as the Trojans nearly destroyed the Greeks. Ridgway was a brave leader of men, but,Westhusing noted, some considered him too eager for his own glory. The bridge between the sometimes competing virtues of competition and cooperation was honor, a soldier's desire for approval from his fellow man and his country.Westhusing called it a "beguiling virtue"- difficult to define and difficult to recognize. The job of the American soldier was to embrace the true form.

Westhusing cautioned that devotion to honor could be taken too far. The "regimental honor" of the British infantry in the Victorian era was so extreme that officers suffering even a slight moral lapse would occasionally commit suicide rather than face disgrace.Westhusing called it a "monster" of a notion. "This sense of regimental honor tends to prevent and transfigure both greatness of mind and extended benevolence," two of the requirements needed for true honor, he said.


VERIFICATION

As planned,Westhusing returned to teach philosophy and English at West Point. He was made an "academy professor," the military's equivalent of tenure.With a guaranteed lifetime assignment, he settled into life on campus with his wife,Michelle, and their three young children. He played basketball on the weekends, and exulted in being able to beat cadets on a bicycle ride up a nearby mountain. He was not particularly outgoing. He had his family and a few close friends.His relationships with his colleagues were professional and courteous. Westhusing kept himself busy outside academia as well. He and Palaima served as consultants for a Discovery Channel re-creation of the battle at Troy. He went to a conference in St. Louis that tried to link Achilles to modern-day Iraq.

As always, he remained deeply involved with ethics. He worked with the cadet honor program as faculty adviser. Westhusing commented forcefully to Tom Palaima when his former professor wrote a newspaper column questioning an apparently inadvertent instance of plagiarism in a book by New York Times correspondent Chris Hedges,War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning. Palaima, who was a columnist for a local newspaper, believed that Hedges had copied a passage from a Hemingway novel without giving due credit.5Westhusing scoffed at excuses."Do you know what this would garner Hedges in the circles I run in? If truly 'inadvertent,' and if Hedges were a cadet, he might be lucky to garner only a 100-hour 'slug.' That is, he spends 100 hours of his free time marching back and forth in the hot sun in Central Area under full dress uniform pondering the consequences of his failure (a slug). If intentional,Hedges would get the boot. Kicked out. Gone."

Westhusing was restless, however. The war in Iraq raged on, always in the headlines.Westhusing believed in the effort there, deeply, fervently. He had once criticized Clinton for using soldiers in the rebuilding of Bosnia. Westhusing's attitude, a friend said, "was, 'They are trained to kill people, not build schools and bridges.' " But now he saw the war as a way to spread democracy, to make life better for Iraqis. It was also personal. Iraq was a way to "obtain 'verification' . . . and to lend authenticity to his status, not only as a soldier, but as an instructor at West Point," his father, Keith Westhusing, said. He believed that the war would make him a better soldier, a better professor, a better man. When Westhusing got a call in the fall of 2004 from one of his former commanders in the Eighty-second Airborne, he didn't hesitate. "He wanted to serve, he wanted to use his skills, maybe he wanted some glory," recalled Fotion, his dissertation adviser at Emory. "He wanted to go."

When Westhusing finally shipped out for Iraq in January, he was as excited as he had ever been.His long, careful study had paid off.He was going to be doing what he had always wanted, serving his country in war.He had been assigned to one of America's most important missions in the rebuilding of Iraq, training new Iraqi security forces to relieve the burden shouldered by American troops. He was not just teaching a new generation of soldiers to be officers.He was teaching a new nation about honor and freedom and democracy. The future looked so bright.



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Faith of Houston, Texas

"There is so much I could say about Kendell. I will start by saying that he was loved by many. I had the honor of meeting him and getting to know him. I only wish I could share more time with him. I talked to KENDELL while in Iraq and he made the tour so much easier. I wish there was a way that I could recapture those days. My heart goes out to his family especially his brother Kwami your brother loved you and talked about you all the time.
467th B Co EN"
Trenika Kitchen of Memphis, Tn

"In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved. -Franklin D. Roosevelt"
Steve of South Vienna, Ohio

"For the Family of Private First Class Andrew Small of Wiscasset, Maine. God Bless.

An Irish Blessing;

Remembered Joy
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free!
I follow the plan God laid for me.
I saw His face, I heard His call,
I took His hand and left it all...
I could not stay another day,
To love, to laugh, to work or play;
Tasks left undone must stay that way.
And if my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss...
Ah yes, these things I, too, shall miss.
My life's been full, I've savoured much:
Good times, good friends, a loved-one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief—
Don't shorten yours with undue grief.
Be not burdened with tears of sorrow,
Enjoy the sunshine of the morrow."
steve oconnell of Orono, Maine

"I want to thank all those that have served and those that continue to serve this wonderful country. I salute those that have paid the ultimate price to preserve this free country."
Howard (Retired MSgt USAF) of Hampton, Virginia

"To the families....
my name is Kristy and I am an intern @ Life and Times news program KCET PBS in Los Angeles. Our news director, Val Zavala is planning to produce a post 9/11 story. We are trying to set up interviews with deceased soldiers' parents; Mothers or Fathers, whose willing to talk about the war, opinions and etc...
Please email me if any of you are interested and if you are from (Los Angeles County, Orange County, or Ventura County areas.)
Thank you.
Attn to ; Kristy Kim, email address: LifeandTimes@KCET.org"
kristy kim of los angeles

"Please write your Congressman and Representative and ask for a congressional resolution to create Red Friday until the troops are home from IRAQ"
John Beer of Great Falls, MT

"I cherish my freedom. I honor all those who have made that possible. My heart will forever remain at half-mast for those who have paid the ultimate price for this freedom. God bless the USA!"
Victoria Sizemore, daughter of a veteran of Houston, TX/ USA

"I lost my beloved son May 6, 2006 in Al Anbar Providence in Iraq. He was an eagle scout and the youngest of 6. Want to thank all that kept us in their prayers during that time. He Just ran ahead of us to the Lord. Please pray for the troops. We miss him so."
Sandy Deraps of Jamestown Mo Usa

"My name is Renee. I am writing from Escondido, Ca. My brother Army SPC. Genaro Acosta was killed on duty in Iraq, November 11,2003. I just wanted the families and friends who have lost loved ones in Iraq know that your loved ones were not killed in vain. Their memories will live on forever. I know that I have a special guardian angel watching me from heaven. I know you all do too. GOD BLESS AMERICA! GOD BLESS THE USA! To ALL servicemen and servicewoman who gave the ultimate sacrifice THANK YOU!!!!

Renee, Big Sister of a Little Brother killed in Iraq."
Renee of Escondido, Ca.

"iam also sorry to here of your loss.
have faith, you will see him again."
daniel.b.loyd of memphis tn.

"Anyone that sacrifices his/her own safety for that of my family and country, has my love and unconditional support. To all of you brave military personnel .....

I LOVE YOU AND THANKS!"
NenaPR51 of Houston, TX

"We will never forget those who serve and those who gave all."
Catherine of Sequim, WA

"Please anyone who served in NMCB 133 Seabees from Gulfport, Miss. with my son Doyle "Wayne" Bollinger, Jr. from Sept. or Oct. 2000 till his death in Al Kut, Iraq June 6, 2003, feel free to visit his site here under Bollinger.
Thank You so much."
Wyvonne (Bollinger) Wright of Shady Point, Okla

"God Bless you and your family."
D.Mccarty-Neville of Seattle, Wa USA

"Rest now in perfect peace."
Ebi Ben-Dickson Owei of Atlanta, Georgia

"May God Bless all of you, and may you find comfort in the Love of Christ"
Dave of Wilkes-Barre, Pa

"I, have not, forgotten our heroes and former peers who died in the Line of Duty!

Absolutely, not, I have neither forgotten the spiritual side of men in
the warfare battle of the spirits -- yearning for the souls and minds
of mortal men and women -- within the spiritual forces of good vs.
evil and death vs. eternal life.

Nor have I forgotten God (Our Lord) who sacrificed his only begotten
son, Jesus Christ who shed his precious blood and sacrificed his body
& soul for the remission and redention of sinners and triumph over the
sting of death towards the everlasting life and inmortality of men, amen!

Nor have I forgotten, those brave men and women -- diplomats, freedom
fighters, intelligence agents, soldiers, troopers, warriors, law
enforcerers, and first responder who are heroes -- who had made many
sacrifices and endured suffering and angish.

Particularly, those who shed tears, sweat and blood and even those who
gave their lives to preserve the freedoms and liberties of their
fellow men and women in america and in foreign land many with the same
surname as myself and my family.

On the other hand, there are Diplomats, Intelligence Agents, veterans
or former military members and or law enforcement officers or first
responders -- who had survived the claws of death and terror in the
streets, trenches and battlefields in wars and peace keeping missions
and military operations particularly counter terrorism -- who have
forgotten their fellow peers and comrads who died in the line of duty.

Consequently, members of groups composed of the above mentioned
chategories or classifications are always soldiers and veterans, it
does not matter where they are, who they are or where they come from
-- whether they are in the military or retired living as civilians --
they always lead and follow by example and always should be ready to
respond to any threat to our Homeland and or danger in our communities.

Such warriors and soldiers who are veteran ladies and gentleman alike
live an exemplary life style and follow an honorable code of conduct
or behaviour so that their families and or love ones and fellow men
and women follow their lead in living an honorable life in their
communities!

Thus, commanders and leaders alike lead and soldiers or troops
followed always maintaining a cammaderie and Sprit D'Corps to
accomplish the mission at hand.

Consequently, a powerful and cohesive team of active, retired and
former military members and veterans trained to win over the dangers,
battles and conflicts of life designed to suppress any threat to
communities and America.

Unfortunately, there are those who have forgotten the imperative
command and resposibility of living an honorable and exemplary life
sucumbing instead to the scorch of drugs, alcohol and or other harmful
additions and other inmoral acts involving moral turpentude and or
acts of misconduct and or crimes.

Many ex-soldiers, shamefully have become predators who take away from
others by force and or trickery and even harming children, families,
the elderly and the communities at large.

My hope, is that they repent, seek God and redeem themselves in time
before the law caughts up with them and dispence justice to the
further extent of the law and or before the Grimm Reaper or the Angel
of Death take their Souls to hell for everlasting punishment after
seen Judgement Day before the Supreme Ruler and Judge, God, Lord of Lords!

Consequently, neither been a veteran of the armed forces nor been a
former member of the Intelligence Community nor been a member of the
Diplomatic Corps nor law enforcenment officer nor first responder
member -- even having earned any medal and or honor for valor and or
bravery -- gives a licence to kill unjustly or gives an excuse to
engage in ilegal acts nor gives the right to brake the law and or
commit any criminal acts against their fellow men and women or the
community.

No Sir, Madam, We are suppose to be a team of active and former
military and veteran ladies and gentlemen whose honorable acts and
actions are in the eyes of their fellow men, the regular public, the
news media and foreign and abroad dignitaries and officials and God.

Thus, no, I have not forgotten our heroes and former peers and comrads
who died in the line of duty and those who are in active and or in
inactive service who are participating directly or indirectly in wars
and peace keeping missions and conflicts abroad and or stationed in
foreign lands to spread freedom and liberty for all! May God Bless
America, the land of freedom and democracy!

--- In 911USAttack@yahoogroups.com, Daine1945@... wrote:
>
> Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you,
> Jesus Christ and the American G. I.
>
> One died for your soul; the other for your freedom.
>
> YOU MIGHT WANT TO PASS THIS ON AS MANY SEEM TO FORGET BOTH OF THEM!
>
>
> Thank God for Both............
>"
TeamVictoryUSA@yahoogroups.com of Long Island City, New York

"god bless all of you . Thank you for all that you are doing, I live in N.Y. People have no ideas and still dont Why you have to be there. Thank you again"
Marilyn of bay shore

"hallo iam rob boseld from the netherlands and i wish you all the best with the lost of your daughter"
robbosveld@hotmail.com of holland

"To the family of Sgt. Uday Singh. I served with him in Iraq and well before that. He was a great soldier and an even better friend. He really did love his job and taught all of us alot. He was taken to soon. I will always have a love and respect for him that only a brother can have. I miss him and think of him daily. Even though he is no longer with us. he and the other soldiers from Task Force 1-34 Armor are the reason I am still serving today. With respect and love for you all.
Sgt. Eric Scott"
Eric Scott of Fort Irwin, California USA

"my dad miss you we love my daughter and joey nile bentley
and with dad's baby ronna you can miss you heart you dad's baby you"
Ronna of joey

"I just learned of Tom's death and am shocked! I was his college roommate during our freshman year of college at Southern Illinois University - Carbondale from 1982-83. I lost contact with Tom in the early 1990's. I will always remember Tom as a sweet and a gentle guy who showed kindness toward everyone. May he rest in peace."
Michael J. Ginsberg of Winchester, VA, USA

"My name is Tina Anderson from Houston, Texas. I do not know anyone personally who has died in either war but as an American, all of our service men and women are MY family, just as all Americans are my bretheran. I will not forget their sacrifices and bravery which has taken them from us. They will live on though, in everything that is noble, brave, courageous, just, fair and free. We shall see them in every star and stripe on Old Glory, and in every newborn babies smile, contentedly and safe because of their sacrrifice. For that child who plays in an Oklahoma corn field with their new puppy, our soldiers stand by watching from heaven and knowing that once more, they have brought a sense of freedom, safety and honor to all of these United States. We shall see our fallen soldiers in the sunrise, sunset and the unfurling of the flag each and every morning. They that have passed on stand at the right hand side of God and keep watch over the country that they have fought to keep free and proud, paving the way for future generations who will look back one day and know that while they may not know each and every name that they were here and fought and died for them. Their spirits shall dwell in the heart of this land and it's people forever. God speed to the families of our fallen soldiers and know that while we may be strangers, we are one, united together in our pain as well as our triumphs. This country would not be what it is without those brave men and women whom have sacrificed so much. God Bless, in love and rememberance."
Tina Anderson of Houston, Texas USA

"HOORAH MARINE, THEY SAY THAT A NAVY CORPSMAN WILL CROSS THE GATES OF HELL TO SAVE A WOUNDED MARINE, I WISH I WAS THERE THAT DAY. MAY GOD WATCH OVER YOU AND YOUR FAMILY."
PETTY OFFICER VANUFFELEN, USN of RTC GREAT LAKES, IL

"I don't seem to be able to find a name listed here. The name is Private Jake Kovco, 3 Royal Australian Regiment. In all due respect, not only americans died in Iraq"
Rob of Australia

"My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your loved ones defended our freedom, our way of life. If we did not have brave American service members, I could just imagine how horrible the world would be...that is, if I were alive. Therefore, I thank them frequently for their sacrifices and explain this to my children so they can appreciate the meaning of freedom through military victory. May you have tranquility in your soul knowing that your loved one(s)are STILL great people and helped make it possible for millions of others to enjoy life on earth in peace. America needs more people like your loved one(s). I sincerely admire their courage and honor. May their souls rest in peace."
Ken of Florida

"I want to thank all the men in 1st Cav i served with.Those who died for me and my familys freedom.We dont have to understand why there there just that they are. God speed"
Dale Labs of Fort Smith,Ar

"Thank you to all of the fallen soldiers and to those still serving. My brother SPC Robert Unruh was very proud to serve with each and every one of you. It has been almost 2 years now and I still get support from these pages and the cards sent to us. Go safely and blessed be."
Amie Jo Jellison (used to be Unruh) of Tucson, Az/USA

"I want to thank with all my heart all the brave soldiers that defend our country every day...
To all the family members who have lost a loved one in the war....I give you my deepest sympathies. I hope you find comfort in knowing that ordinary people like me, are living a better life because of your loved ones sacrafice. Words don't express how much I appreciate their efforts to keep our country safe for our generations to come. THANK YOU to our U.S. soldiers!!!!"
Pam of Wentzville, Mo/USA

"amen carl pedersen...amen!!!"
d

"To all of us:
Trying to place just the right words to make all people in this world understand the grief and heartache felt for those lost in war, is a task only to be accomplished by the sad reminders from a history of wars. The lose of life to help rid the world of hate and hell on earth is a sacrafice made by those angels of peace keepers that must use force to build a better world. God welcomes these angels into his kingdom and helps those left behind by cleansing away their pain. God bless these fine individuals that triumph with the building towards the peace in a better world, doing so while giving up their lives. Peace to all and let this world come togather as one, no wars, only a union of people we all can live in peace with forever. Please let this be."
Carl Pederson of Tacoma ,Washington

"To All Who Have Lost Loved Ones:

My heart goes out to all of you on this day. I appreciate, honor and respect the great sacrifices that you have made in order to keep our nation safe and free.
It is your loved one's sacrifice and courage that reminds us of the true cost of our nation's independence for which we celebrate its 230th year this day.

God Bless."
Jason Hindle of Dover, New Hampshire

"Hi there:

My name is Rachel Ascione. I am the sister of the first Marine killed in combat while serving in Afghanistan, Cpl. Ron Payne. My brother was killed May 7, 2004. He was my only sibling and as some of you have probably experienced that loss is indescribable. Through this journey I have discovered that there are few, if any support groups designed just for us siblings. I received your email from all your postings on the Fallen Heroes website. I have started my own group that will work as a support system specifically for siblings suffering from the loss of their brother or sister. The name of my group is S.O.F.T (Siblings Of Fallen Troops). I am just in the beginning of it and my website should be up shortly. I hope to be able to offer some kind of network for those of us who feel no one understands this pain. I will be having local meetings here in FL but will have cyber meetings as well.

I hope that if you are or know of a sibling of a fallen troop you will feel free to contact me or pass my name to them. My goal is to have a solid strong support system and we can only do that with the love of others.

My your family be blessed for the sacrifice that you have made. It has and never will go unnoticed or forgotten.

Respectfully,

Rachel Ascione
Sister of Cpl Ron Payne
USMC, KIA 05-07-04, Afghanistan"
Rachel Ascione (RaeRie81@gmail.com) of Winter Haven, FL

"Hi America!

It's me again Aunt Tina Tamario's aunt, today is Sunday, July 2, 2006. I am so thrill to announce that my Nephew Derrick Perry (Burkett) is visiting from Iraq until July 9, 2006 when he has to return to Iraq. Derrick a wonderful young 25 year old man with integrity and is a very upright standing man. Derrick is my oldest brother son who is gone home to Glory therefore making LCPL Tamario Burkett his first cousin sister and brother children. Derrick is proud to serve his country and decided when he was a young lad that he wanted to go into the military and render his service to the Lord. America he has been in the service for 5 years now stationed in North Carolina he has decided to retire from the military.

All of Tamario's family is enjoying Derrick being home because Tamario didn’t come home from Iraq. We are not taking one minute for granted that we have with Derrick while he is home visiting. America Keep Tamario's Mother and siblings in Buffalo New York, in your prayers and thoughts Tamario's mother has finally separated from her irate husband.

God Bless you the servicemen that have wrote a message on this message board. I thank each of you and want you to know that I pray for your protection, mind, peace, family and your relationship with your family and that you live a happy and joyous life.

Please America keep all of our serviceman in your prayers way to many is dying almost on a daily base. Somebody son, daughter, sister, brother, mother, father, uncle, aunt, cousin and friend is these men and women (majority men)that are being killed in Iraq. For every soldier that dies this means his family will never be the same. America pray for the families of our servicemen because they to are being affected and especially those that lose a family member in the service its devastating some family members die because they can't handle the loss I have heard of several stories this happens to it almost happen to Tamario’s Mother.

To each of you who have taken the to write a message thank you it does mean a lot to my family and I personally want to thank you and send God’s peace and blessings to each of you.
Love & Peace,
Aunt Rutha "Tina" Burkett-Hunt"
Rutha "Tina Burkett-Hunt of Alachua, Florida

"To SSG Johnston I had the honor of meeting you while I served in Bco 1-505 while we were in FOB Volturno together! I am now stationed in Ft.Polk,la and am serving with the 10th MNT 2/40th! I tell people today of your deeds and how you were an outstanding leader and one to look up to! You will be missed!"
johnny vasquez of ft.polk,la

"SGT Lord

I can't believe this happened to you! I was visiting this to leave a message for my friend who just passed last week and saw your name... To his mom: I knew him as CPL Lord from the rifle range--we talked about leaving Cherry Point and re enlisting into the grunts. He was a Marines Marine---he helped me out one night leaving the Marine Corps Ball. I was wasted and had to make it back to the barracks. He got a cab ride for us and paid my way---he didn't even know me... He took care of his own Semper Fi and God Bless

CPL C A Tinsley
USMC"
Chad of Chicago, IL US

"To the Tucker Family: No one of us can ever understand the pain and absence you feel and will feel in the days ahead. We honor the sacrifice your son made every day and for the support and love you gave him. We humbly offer our prayers and respect for you and your son...."
Sean & Keri Satterlee of Redmond, Oregon

"Our thoughts and prayers are with each of the brave hearts who serve and with their families. As the mother of a soldier, know that each night we ask an angel to watch over you, and we ask God to deliver you. You are each a great source of pride. God speed your return."
J. Dierenfeldt of Eureka, CA

"To the family of Danny Dietz,

My heart goes out to your entire family. It was a great pleasure to work with a true soldier at SDVT-2. He will nevr be forgotten there.

Y.S."
Yvonne of Vabeach, Va

"I've never had anyone die in any war. But everytime I hear that someone else dies. It really breaks my heart. Knowing that they left someone behind hurts me. I am married and have 4 daughters I could not imagine being told that my husband or daughter has just been killed. But to those who have lost someone my heart goes out to you."
jessica leal of mercedes, tx/usa

"AS A MEMBER OF THE 652 ADA LORI STANDS HI IN THE HISTORY OF THE 52 ARTY. ADA ALWAYS FIRST ON LINE. AND ARIZONA IS PROUD OF HER, BILL 652 ADA."
BILL CLACK of PHOENIX AZ USA

"Our Wonderful Heroes! You are in my thoughts every day and night. Please take care of yourelves as well as you can. I hurt for every one of you. I Love Every One Of You!"
Marj of Las Vegas, Nevada

"Well all the men in iraq fighting for our country will forever be honored for you saved my father the one i only see 3 to 4 times if lucky a year and my life would've been ruined because i lost my brother and most my friends on christmas eve on 2003 and i had alread changed but if you wouldnt have been so honorable to your country my dad would be dead and my dads name is Ronald L Nettrouer My name is Boston Orlo Nettrouer My brothers name was Thomas L perkins and he also wanted to serve his country and when my brother died i was nine years old now im going to turn twelve in a few months and i say thank for saving my dads life for if i lost him i would have lost myself so i thank you every day for saving millions if not billions of little kids fathers Sincerily Boston Orlo Nettrouer PS:May peace rest in your soul"
Boston Orlo Nettrouer of PLY.IN.USA

"To the families of those fallen heroes, I know I can offer little to ease your pain...but I can offer you this...I can offer my condolences and my thanks......my condolences to you the families and my thanks to those who have fallen.....because of your sacrafices this country is a safer place and this world is a better world...we are free because of the brave.....God bless you all......Semper Fi...from an old Marine who will always remember."
James Dunn of Sacramento, Ca

"Casey--It takes a special kind of person to serve others as you have. Those who don't have that passion don't understand what drives us. I am proud of you even if your mom isn't."
L. Woodring of Troy , IL

"Words can not express
how Proud We are of all of
our Hero's!
Our Hearts go out to all the
family members.

Your fellow American !"
Tammy DeShazo of Canton,Texas

"Rest in Peace, Marine. I would like your loved ones to know that in a small Illinois town you probably never heard of, there is a monument to all our fallen hero's in the middle east. This monument bears the names of all our fallen hero's from the middle eastern conflict. Yesterday, on 6/17/2006, there was something called the "Freedom Run" to help raise money to update the monument with the previous years fallen heros. This year, approx. 20,000 bikers made this run to honor them. When a donation is given, the person donating is given a dogtag with one of the falles names. I was honored to be given the name of Cpl. Matthew R. Smith. Now Cpl. Smiths name will appear on the monument, and thanks to those fellow 20,000 bikers, the names of the previous 999 fallen will also be added. Here in Illinois, all were honored yesterday. God Bless you, Soldier. We owe you."
Artie Bernt of Marseilles, IL

"Dear Fallen Heroes

I have no way of truly understanding what it means to lose someone...I have 2 young daughters that I cannot imagine losing......

In my own way, the only thing I can do is send you a song that I hope you find as inspirational as I do...it is called Soldier and is written by Shawn Hlookoff, a young Canadian. The song can be heard at www.hlookoff.com

We are sending this a gift for your organization to use as you see fit....it was written with your cause in mind.

If you have any questions please contact me. I encourage you to listen to the song as it is important to let people know the plight and meaning it is to be a Soldier in todays world....Thanks

John Graham"
John Graham of Vancouver Canada

"i was lucky in my lifetime to meet lori piestewa she was the most interesting personality i met while i was in basic training with her in fort sill in march 2001 its hard to believe its 5 years since we last seen in each other i just hope u did all u came to accomplish in this lifetime love u and miss u very dearly till we meet again my friend"
Duke S. of Dallas,Tx,USA

"SOME DIED ON THE STAIRWELLS
SOME DIED SAVING STRANGERS
FLAGBURNERS WILL TELL THE CAUSE IS A FAILURE
BUT THEY LOVED THEIR DEAR COUNTRY
AND NEVER FEARED DANGER
GLORIO GLORIO TO THE 911 MEN
PAUL RAY SMITH A 911 NEW YORKER.
WWW.SPIRITOFAMERICAPARTYBOOK.COM"
TOM O'DONNELL of 911 NEW YORK

"hey i am a pettaway i am only 15 so i mean i dont think i know him but i would like to show luv to him and i am sorry for everyone who knew him and i hope he r.i.p and i hope everyone who knew him knows he probably went to a better place and thats all i have to say"
jasmine pettaway of hampton va usa

"I often think about the year we spent together in 1-32. Brian was my next door neighbor and at the time he was the HHC XO. I have fond memories of my time at Drum and they are enriched because of my friendship with Faunce. I have never known a tighter bond of LT's as I recall our time at 1-32. I can not play wiffle ball with out cracking a smile...thanks Faunce for the memories."
The Dirty leg of 121 S. Indiana Ave Watertown, NY

"It has been over three years since you have passed. I still watch the clips I taped when we served together in 2nd LAI. Shane Childer's you are with out a doubt the finest Marine I have served with or met. I continue to share the memories I have of you with my family and freinds. Thank you for your service to our country. Semper Fi Marine! KAZ (LAI Bn. 1990-1993)"
Kasey Kazakavich of Harrisburg, PA

"Thank you everyone for your prayers and support for my family through this difficult time."
Jill Desmond, widow Sgt. Dennis J Boles of Homosassa, FL USA

"hi george edward buggs its me your sis joyce i know that you would never receive this message by mail but i hope you would receive this in spirit time has flew by not a day go by that i dont ask myself why yes i know you asked mom to not interfere with you going over there it took me 3 years to get up the courage to express my thoughts to you i always treated you like the little brother and still yet to this day i still think of you like that but with more definition to it now its two of us left the only thing thats killing me is that i will never experience your warmth in this life term anymore love you always etc."
joyce buggs of barnwell sc 29812

"hi edward its me your sis joyce i know that you would never receive this message by mail but i hope you would receive this in spirit time has flew by not a day go by that i dont ask myself why yes i know you asked mom to not interfere with you going over there it took me 3 years to get up the courage to express my thoughts to you i always treated you like the little brother and still yet to this day i still think of you like that but with more definition to it now its two of us left the only thing thats killing me is that i will never experience your warmth in this life term anymore love you always etc."
joyce buggs of barnwell sc 29812

"WE WILL MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU ALWAYS PFC BRETT L. TRIBBLE .JULY 29,1985 - JUNE 2,2006"
TRUDY &MEAGAN WILLIAMS of WEST COLUMBIA TEXAS

"Today would have been our ann. and I miss him just as much as I did yesterday.
I have wrote in here before and it helps to see his name remembered..NCC S\W Paul A. Sams who was getting ready to retire from the Navy, when the good Lord took him home.
My heart goes out to all who wait at home for their loved ones who are fighting for freedom.
Tonight I lift all of you up in prayer.
GOD BLESS"
Jo Ann Sams of Bigelow,Arkansas. USA

"I would just like to say that I will keep Christian's family in my prayers. It has been a while since I have talked to him, but we went to elementary school together (St. Joseph's in East Orange). Christian was a cool person, and he was always fun to be around. He always made me smile and laugh, which are two things I love to do. To his girlfriend and daughter, whom I met once when Jaylin was born, know that Christian was genuine and he was a great friend...he kept in touch better than I did!!! Be strong, be encouraged, and know that there are people all over that will miss him as well."
Janiessa Denee Fuller of Philadelphia, PA (formerly East Orange, NJ)

""I miss you like crazy Allan"
with love Melissa Ritz"
Melissa Ritz of Linden Mi

"We miss you Benjamin. We will always love you.
Benjamin Mejia 03/23/1981-05/31/2006
died May 31 2006 in Iraq."
David Jalalian-Taylor / Brother in-law of Salem,Ma,

"My husband, Sgt. Lee Duane Todacheene. I told you I would take care of everything the night you left for Iraq, our boys, the house, your truck, the bills...but what I never imagined was doing it alone. It's tough. For some reason, I still wait for the news of you coming home, the dreams of the army telling me it's a mistake. I tell myself that is not possible, because 2 years has gone by now. I am doing what I said I would do and as difficult as things get, I know you are guiding us. Our sons and I rode for you on Memorial Day weekend. We miss you so much, Lee. As I have always called you, "My precious husband, the love of my life".

Your wife, sons"
Jackie Todacheene of Arizona

"To the family of Sgt Cataudella,
I had the pleasure of serving with Cat as I called him. He was a very unselfish soldier. He was always hard at work. He knew his job and did it well. Rest in peace Cat."
Sgt Rosvi Hernandez of Walnut CA

"Jeff is a true american hero. I went to school with him my entire life, practically grew up with him, as well as his brother Brian and his sister Kim. My deepest condolences go out to the Boskovitch family. Jeff did not die in vein, he was doing what he always wanted to do. And for that I thank you. To jeff and all of the other fallen heroes it is because of you that this world will become a better place."
Ashley Kennedy of Parma, OH, USA

"thank you to everyone who gave their life to further guarentee our freedom and to liberate Iraq. God Bless you all!"
drew conklin of chincoteague,virginia

"I Had the great Pleasure of being Dustins supervisor in Iraq he was and always will be the best Marine that I had working with me. There is not a day that goes by that i do not think of him he will always be in my heart and thoughts along with his family God Bless and SEMPER FI!"
Sgt S.R Vandecoevering of MARCOR DET FT. Leonard Wood, MO

"Hello,
My name is Rhiannon Petriken and Brett Petriken was my father... I would like to say that my father was a bright and funny man and he will never be forgotten. LOVE YOU DAD!!! UR DAUGHTER RHI-RHI!!!"
Rhiannon Petriken of Beulaville, NC

"my dearly beloved brother,
How time passes swiftly; like the very eastern wind that washes over us in a moment, and then its gone and forgotten. But you live forever Brother- you live forever. We, your family, are doing well and strive to live on the legacy you passed down to us. No need for goodbyes because you have eternal life.
Your sibling
Olushile akintade"
olushile akintade of brooklyn, NY

"I am a military wife. Those of you reading this are living out my greatest fear. Please know that my heart breaks as I can imagine what you might be feeling. I send my prayers for the healing of your heart. Your loved one may be gone...but they will never be forgotten by this woman. I send you my thanks!"
Carrie of Fort Hood, Texas/USA

"To my brother, Shawn Michael Davies, I will always remember you and keep your spirit with me. Sissy"
Toni Peters of Ohio

"To the Family of Stephen. My name is SSG Brian K. White. We were "Bull-Dogs" for about 4 years together. I loved him as a Brother. We were the "Twins". The entire Battalion refered to us as such. He was a very professional Soldier and a dedicated Leader. during OIF 1, he was always placing the needs of the Bull-Dogs ahead of his own. He would always ensure the Soldiers had all they need for every mission. During the Garrison, FTX's and NTC rotations, he always ensured we had all we needed. I will always consider him my Brother and always refer to him as my Twin. We lost an outstanding Soldier and Man. I will never forget all he has done for my soldiers, my Unit and myself."
SSG Brian K. White of F-Co 703rd BSB, Ft Stewart, GA

"Today is Memorial Day and my American Flag is flying in loving memory of my Husband, as well as all Military who has given their lives for our freedom and safety..God Bless All Of You..
My heart goes out for the ones serving today, be safe and come home safe.....
My husband was NCC S/W Paul A. Sams."
JoAnn Sams, sandy1@arbbs.com of Bigelow,Arkansas

"Dear Tim,
This is Aunt Tammy. I am sitting here thinking of you. I would like you to know what a better person I am because of you! You knew how proud we ALL were of you. I'm glad When Aunt April and I took the trip to Pa from Texas to see your Dad June 2003 that We got to talk to you on the phone. it was not a long conversation but I could feel all your Love comming through the phone lines even with you so far away you were still very close in my HEART!
(I miss you! )
with all my Love!"
Tammy DeShazo of Canton,Texas

"Thinking of you today and your family as well. May God always be our rock. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort otheres. When others are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. 2 Corinthians 1:4 NLT
Always in my prayers"
Teresa of Walnut, Illinois

"On behalf of your fallen loved ones, please accept my gratitude for their service and my heartfelt prayer that your pain may grow less, day by day. May their memory be eternal--"
Gregory Grant of Las Vegas, Nevada

"Hi anh Ba, chi Ba and everyone (Amanda, Mel, The Twins:-)

It has been 3 years since Alan passed away, I've always thought of him and missed him very much. I used to baby sit him and his sisters. We used to eat icecream everytime the kids were there, it was cute to see Alan would eat 2 big bowls of it;-). I haven't spoken to you or the family since you moved to NC. I went back home (Springfield, MA) often, and visited chi Hai and Chi Hue several times and got the news from them.
I've always thought of you guys and will pray for everyone.

I miss you little cousin"
Lethi H. Lam of Los Angeles, CA

"Hi anh Ba, chi Ba and everyone,

It has been 3 years since Alan passed away, I've always thought of him and missed him very much. I used to baby sit him and his sisters. We used to eat icecream everytime the kids were there, it was cute to see Alan would eat 2 big bowls of it;-). I haven't spoken to you or the family since you moved to NC. I went back home (Springfield, MA) often, and visited chi Hai and Chi Hue several times and got the news from them.
I've always thought of you guys and will pray for everyone.

I miss you little cousin"
Lethi H. Lam of Los Angeles, CA

"Our deep felt appreciation of each of
our countries heros, and in grateful recognition of your valuable service
contributed to the Nation. You were
all committed to the old fashioned principle of 'death before dishonor'
as you continued to press forward.
In loving memory of your service,
we honor you by remembering that our Freedom was your gift to us. Your
names are on that Roll of Honor for
your service to God, Family and Nation."
Bob Shook of Modesto, Calif, U.S

"Hi: On this Memorial Day Eve, 2006, I want to say a special prayer for those Tommy left behind. Michael and Peggy: You will always be part of the 133d family.

Those moments when I last saw Tommy and Lynn before they headed to chow will forever be frozen in my heart.

God Bless.

Dwaine"
MAJ Dwaine Drummond of China, Maine

"On this Memorial Day, we had the privilege of meeting the family of Bernard Ceo, who have recently become our neighbors. They were holding a Memorial cookout in his honor and we stopped in to express our sorrow for their loss and our gratitude for their sacrifice. May Bernard and all his fallen brothers, rest in peace."
Ellen & Howard Shoul of Baltimore, MD

"My sincerest thank you to the soldiers for having the courage to do what was asked of you under any circumstance, and for paying the ultimate sacrifice in the process. Bless you and your families, you will not be forgotten."
Taylor Reynolds of Loves Park, IL. USA

"My friends, "When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder, Diego Will Be There". Today I am thinking of the special people in my life that are heros because of their service to our great country. My dad was one of these in WWII. Diego is in my thoughts every day as I look at his picture in my collection of family and young friends on my fridge. I just want you to know we are thinking of you today, and you are in our prayers every day. We are so glad to be your friends.
Susan, David, Isabella, Tom, Jennifer, Jason, Justin and Jacob. We love you all."
Flemings of Conyers

"On this weekend, our family's Love, Prayers, and thoughts are with the families who have given the ultimate sacrifice;

Remembered Joy
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free!
I follow the plan God laid for me.
I saw His face, I heard His call,
I took His hand and left it all...
I could not stay another day,
To love, to laugh, to work or play;
Tasks left undone must stay that way.
And if my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss...
Ah yes, these things I, too, shall miss.
My life's been full, I've savoured much:
Good times, good friends, a loved-one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief—
Don't shorten yours with undue grief.
Be not burdened with tears of sorrow,
Enjoy the sunshine of the morrow."
steve oconnell of orono maine USA

"Just thinking about you this weekend and praying for your family. God Bless you all."
Teresa of Walnut, Illinois

"As the Famous quote "United We Stand" today I can Say "United we Suffer" may God be consoling each and every one of us thats lost a loved one. Remember People In Christ every thing is possible (Fil 4:13). My only hope is that our nation keeps believing in God "In god we trust""
Johnard of Yauco

"Mi Manny, papa ya no nos volveremos a ver hasta que nuestro Dios lo permita sabes que te llevo en mi corazon te vere en el paraiso. Te fuistes a preparar nos morada papa, ya tu sabes tq 100pre
tu Broquis Yoko"
"Johnard Irizarry of Yauco Puerto Rico

"I love you Brad"
Joshua Thomas of Milton WV

"IN LIFE YOU CARRIED YOURSELF WITH YOUR HEAD HELD HIGH.YOU WORE YOUR HONOR WITH PRIDE AND YOU CARRIED YOURSELF WITH ALL THE CONFIDENCE OF ONE WHO HAD COME TO SERVE.YOU TOOK WHAT CAME TO YOU AND WAS GLAD TO RECIEVE IT,GOOD OR BAD.YOUR BELIEF IN HUMANITY SUSTAINED OUR WAY OF LIFE AND MADE A BETTER WAY FOR THOSE WHO CAME AFTER YOU.YOU NEVER FOLLOWED PATHS,YOU BLAZED TRAILS.YOU WENT TO HEIGHTS THAT WERE NOT ASKED OF YOU AND YOU GAVE IT ALL,EVEN WHEN YOU HAD NOTHING LEFT TO GIVE.
NOW IN DEATH,YOU STILL CARRY YOURSELF WITH YOUR HEAD HELD HIGH AND YOUR HEART BEATING IN THE CHESTS OF THE THOUSANDS OF MEN BEHIND YOU.THE TRAILS YOU BLAZED FOLLOWED BY THOSE WHO NOW SERVE PROUDLY.YOU WOULD HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF OUR HISTORY AND NOW YOU WILL ALWAYS BE A PART OF OUR FUTURE BECAUSE OF THE SACRIFICES YOU MADE.I STAND PROUDLY AS AN AMERICAN AND SALUTE ALL OUR FALLEN SOLDIERS.FOR THERE IS NOTHING LEFT TO SAY.YOU CARRIED US WHEN WE COULD NOT WALK ALONE AND NOW WE SHALL CARRY YOUR MEMORY IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER."
lara morris of charleston,sc,usa

"It is awe-inspiring and heartbreaking to learn about the spirit of the soldiers who answered the call and served in the military in all past conflicts. The sacrifices of those who still live and serve and the ultimate sacrifice of those who gave their lives, deserve our highest respect and honor. The innocence, the desire to make a difference in this world, their courage and their sacrifice is humbling. There are no words or memorial that rises to the level they deserve.

I honor all of them in my heart and give my complete empathy and sympathy to their families. Your soldier may now rest in peace, but you must continue with this pain in your heart where you fill the emptiness of loss with the loving memory of your child. My heart aches for them as well. I understand the sacrifice that your child and your family has made. How I wish that the politicians in our government were worthy of it. Your child is worth a million of the politicians in Congress or in our Administration.

Some of us will never forget you and will look for ways to show our respect for your soldiers' sacrifice by living our own lives with more purpose and courage."
Nicholas D. of Ridgewood, NJ, USA

"My husband NCC S/W Paul A. Sams served 30 years in the Navy and we were getting ready to retire and he passed away and it was service connected. The last thing he told me was I am in the next room and I am proud to say I served my country.
He passed away 1-21-02.
I pray for the safety of all Military serving and protecting our country from harms way..
GOD BLESS YOU,"
Jo Ann Sams of Bigelow, Arkansas

"TO MRS CAROLYN EZERNACK: FROM THE MENDEZ WHITTED FAMILY . WE ARE SO SAD TO HAVE HEARD THAT OUR FIRST PASTOR BACK IN TRINITY BAPTIST IN LITITZ PENNSYLVANIA HAS PASSED . ALL THESE YEARS WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN HOW LOVING, WONDERFUL, CARING SPECIAL YOU ALL WERE TO ME AND MY FAMILY. PASTOR EZERNACK HAD MARRIED US ( ISABELLE AND FRANK )AND THE CONGREGATION WERE JUST ALL A BIG FAMILY. TRULY A PART OF ME HAVE ALWAYS BEEN WITH THE EZERNACKS, MY CHILDREN (NATASHA, RICHIE, ANIBAL AND HECTOR) REMEMBER OUR PASTOR AND ALWAYS THINK OF THE TIME WE ALL SPENT AT CHURCH HAVING FUN AND A GREAT ALL BAPTIST PREACHING SERMON. TRULY HE WILL BE MISSED. MRS CAROLYN IF YOU HAPPEN TO READ THIS MESSAGE I SURE WILL LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU. MRS GAIL IF YOU SEE THIS MESSAGE I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU TOO, WE HAVE KEPT ALL OF YOU IN OUR MINDS AND HEARTS. BUT ABOVE ALL, I WILL SAY THAT BECAUSE OF PASTOR EZERNACK BEING THERE FOR US AND THE LORD, WE ARE STILL GOOD OLD BAPTIST FOLKS AND REST ASSURE THAT THE LORD HAS A PURPOSE FOR ALL OF US NO MATTER IF WE A HERE IN EARTH OR FAR IN THE HEAVENS. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU . TO MRS FRANCES AND FAMILY I SEND MY CONDOLENCES. ALTHOUGH WE HAVE NEVER MET, I NEED TO TELL YOU THAT NOT ONLY DID YOUR SON FIGHT FOR OUR SOULS TO BE WON TO THE LORD BUT HE FOUGHT FOR OUR FREEDOM. HE WAS TRULY ONE OF A KIND.HE WILL ALWAYS BE A PART OF US AS LONG AS WE LIVE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. LAST BUT NOT LEAST, TO TROY EZERNACK WE LOVE YOU AND SURELY WILL SEE YOU AGAIN, BUT NEXT TIME WALKING ALONG SIDE, WITH OUR FATHER IN THE STREETS OF GOLD. email: sasha_pt_purple@yahoo.com"
ISABELLE MENDEZ of THEN: LANCASTER, PA_ NOW: BRADENTON, FL

"THANK YOU DADDY FOR BEING SUCH A DEDICATED SOLDIER & FATHER/HUSBAND TO YOUR COUNTRY AND FAMILY! WE PRAY THAT YOU ARE RESTING IN PEACE AND LOOKING OUT FOR US ALL STILL! LOVE YOUR LITTLE GIRL STILL!"
JUDILEE of SEBASTIAN,FL ,USA

"THANK YOU DADDY FOR BEING SUCH A DEDICATED SOLDIER & FATHER/HUSBAND TO YOUR COUNTRY AND FAMILY! WE PRAY THAT YOU ARE RESTING IN PEACE AND LOOKING OUT FOR US ALL STILL! LOVE YOUR LITTLE GIRLS STILL!"
JUDILEE of SEBASTIAN,FL ,USA

"Chris, You will always be in mine and my family's Prayers. See you one day in the next life..."
Jimmy Valencia of Fayetteville, NC

"for the family of lcpl. STEPHEN PEREZ

I knew stephen for a short time before he went over, and was able to make his rosary.He will never be forgotten.
His sacrifice will live with me and my family forever.I cry as you do for your loss but remember his tooth paste story and smile as i do...

a soldiers prayer

james williford and family"
james williford of san antonio texas

"Teodoro Torres,
You are a TRUE HERO. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service for this nation. Your family and friends will always be in our prayers."
Silviu Marinca of Gurnee, IL

"Carlos N. Saenz,
Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. You are a true hero. Thank you for your bravery and service for this nation, you will always be honored and remembered."
Silviu Marinca of Gurnee, IL

"Carlos N. Saenz,
Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. You are a true hero. Thank you for your bravery and service for this nation, you will always be honored and remembered."
Silviu Marinca of Gurnee, IL

"Hello, My name is Tanya I am the Mother n Law of Spc Joshua James Munger who was killed on Nov 2 05 Josh left a very young wife Alysha and A BABY SON COLTON.. I am now in the process of making MEMORY BOOKS of Josh for his Son Colton. IF YOU SERVED IN BASIC in Georga, IN AFGANASTAN or IRAQ with the 82nd AIR BORNE OF N.C. and you HAVE ANY PHOTOS OF JOSH... ALSO.. Prior to Josh death he told Alysha he had some film to send to her WELL WE NEVER HAVE GOT IT !! Just like his Wedding Ring Just like HIS WALLET JUST LIKE HIS CROSS NECKLACE, AND I COULD GO ON ... Even tho those things need to be with his Son we do not ever expect to see them. SO IF ANY ONE has photos of Josh on THIS LAST TOUR to IRAQ could you please get in contact with me the last tour was spent with 502nd of Ft. Campbell KY spcmungermothernlaw@yahoo.com or momwithwings1963@yahoo.com
Thank You so very very much Tanya Bush of Missouri I would also like to say that I Honor each and every life that has been lost in order for myself, my family my grandson to be free. I also want to thank the VETS GOD BLESS YOU ALL !!! Pray for our Men and Women as they go thru pure hell ever day."
Tanya Bush"mama" of missouri

"Lori, since I heard of you and your fate, you have been in my thoughts and prayers. As a fellow military woman I know how difficult it can be to just want to do a good job that will make our families proud. My heart is with your children, I am a mother of two also and can't imagine their lives without me, but your children will grow strong and will continue your legacy and that of the great Hopi Nation. I am proud of you Lori. May you rest in Peace."
Yvonne of Edinburg, Texas,USA

"Dear Billy, I still remember standing in the back of the old church (SNMBC) and you telling me how scared you were and I tried to make light of it and tell you, "just think Baby Dukes (Alexis) will be walking when you come home" and you turned and started talking to her and for just a minute we were able to pretend that you were not going into a hellish battle! Well Baby Dukes is running all over and starting to talk! What a treat she is, but I am sure that you know that cause you are watching us from above. I sometime feel such anger about what happened to you that I feel I will explode@! Kela misses you every day. Thank God, and God alone that we have hope....I loved you like my own kid!"
Missy A of Thompson, PA/USA

"Thank you for giving me and my family the opportunity for freedom and to be able to live free."
Sterling Boyles of Omaha, NEB

"ARMY MASTER SGT. WILLIAM L. PAYNE
TOP PAYNE
We honor you today,3 years have past as a blur to the reality of your absents,Being a sister not seeing you often at all for years just hearing there moving here or their this state that state, Its like in alot of ways that it's just hitting me that I'm never gonna see you hear you yell at me, get mad at you because not wanting you to be right and you would of been,I want to be mad at you. but I can't because you did what you loved it was in your blood I knew that when you inlisted, That who you were the way you were your being to the end you will always be TOP PAYNE and I want to THANK YOU FOR BEING MY BROTHER, And I'm sorry I could never tell you How I really felt about you until now, I LOVE YOU and I MISS YOU DEARLY. Your sister TAMMY"
Tammy Payne Vargo of Clarkston, Washinton USA

"While walking through a park one day not long ago, I saw an old
man sitting on a bench. I sat beside him and we talked of days
gone by, sharing memories we both had. We talked about family, and about friends. About places that we've never been. About this great Country that we love, and our heavenly Father above.
Then he looked at the Flag waving in the sky. He sat there silent as tears fell from his eyes. I wondered why the flag would make him so sad, but then turned to me and I'll never forget the words he said.

Each time I see Old Glory fling high, I can't hold back these tears
that fill my eyes. I just think about the price that has been paid, so
that I can have the freedom I enjoy so much today. When I fall down to
my knees, I ask God to hear me pray, Lord never let me forget
the sacrifices my fallen Hero's have made.

Some just see Stars & Stripes the Red, White and Blue.
Look at the Flag and tell me, what does it mean to you? Does it stand for Justice, Freedom and Liberty? Do you think of Those who have sacrificed for you and me? I haven't seen each face I don't know every name, but in my heart they're all Hero's just the same. It wasn't fame, fortune or notoriety, but love for God and this Country they sacrificed to keep us free! And that's why!!

Each time I see Old Glory fling high, I can't hold back these tears
that fill my eyes. I just think about the price that has been paid, so
that I can have the freedom I enjoy so much today. When I fall down to
my knees, I ask God to hear me pray, Lord never let me forget
the sacrifices my fallen Hero's have made.
By Steve A. Green ( Heros Sacrifice)ascap Rights reserved www.2ndgenerationministries.com
green_steve69@yahoo.com

This is in memory of all those who have paid the ultimate price for my freedom. Thank you."
Steve A Green of KC MO

"15 May 2006-To my husband SFC Allen C. Johnson. It is been a little over a year since I received the horrible news about your death. I still feel that horrible cold sensation in my stomach. The only thing that has changed from that moment until now is that notion of blury, or numbness that I felt for the first three months or so. Any way, Josh and Naomi are growing like weeds. Naomi's B-day is next month, I can't believe my little baby is turning three. Baby, they sure miss you so much a lot. Joshua made me cry tonight, as was putting him to bed he turned around to face me and told me that he misses you. What am I supposed to say to a four year old child? That you were killed by the enemy? instead I tried to say that you are in the company of God and the Angels in heaven, and that even you are an Angel now. Baby, this situation brakes my hearth all the time, specially when he mentions you. We miss you so much. I hope that you indeed became an Angel, and more specifically became our Guardian Angel, this idea gives me comfort. Well baby I love you and I miss you."
Vanessa Johnson (evanem@yahoo.com) of Fayetteville, NC 28306

"To all the Mothers of our Fallen Heros:

As this Sunday rolls closer my mind is a constant stream of thoughts. The first one being that this is the first year in 32 years that I will not receive a visit or a call from our son. Of course, that thought brings the usual sadness; the usual tears; the usual thoughts of "why why why"..... but it also made me think, this year, of all Mothers everywhere and especially for those of us in the situation we are in. There are literally thousands of us, just here in this country who have to be having the same thoughts as I am right now.
>For some of us, it will be the first Mother's Day without our Hero, for others the second or third - the timing may be different for us all, but the feelings, I'm sure, are all the same.
>After the tears that I dried this morning with these thoughts, I was reminded that we have to be happy for what we have and not just mourn what we have lost. For those of us who have other children - hug them tight. For those of us that may have had only one child - remember them with a smile along with the tears.
>On this Sunday I'm asking all of us to say a special prayer or have a special moment - just a few moments of silence within ourselves to think not only of ourselves, but to think of every other Mother out there who is missing that call this year. As we are having that moment, think not only of what we are missing, but remember the beautiful years we had with our sons or daughters that can't be here this year and THANK THEM and thank whoever you believe in for allowing us the time we had.
>
>From me to all of you -- I wish you all a Happy Mother's Day from the bottom of my heart! Remember that someone from PA will be thinking of you all on Sunday.
>Hugs and warm wishes"
A Mom in PA

"Tim,

I would like to talk to you about your database of soldiers. I'm part of the American Legion and we are starting our own memorial for all those who gave their lives and need the information on your site. Please contact me at webmaster@alr182.org"
Laron Cheek of The Colony, TX

"To the Holder family, your son was an excellent leader of marines. Iwish i could have known him longer. he was an awesome marine you should be very, very proud of him he saved my life and many others that day thank you for blessing this earth with Ssgt holder.Thank you so much."
Cpl Armendariz, George of odessa,Tx

"To all the fallen soldiers and their familys. God bless you. These times are hard but we gatta remember what amazing men and women their were and that they will always be remembered and loved. Its real hard to get threw these hard times.We just gatta keep praying for the ones that are still over there and the ones that have gone away. They all need to know that they will never be forgotten. I pray for each indivitual and familys god bless you all."
Kristan Doty of Portland, Oregon

"Our son,
PFC Allan Morr. Its been over 2 months since we recieved the news. We miss you so much, not a day goes by when we don't have a cry for you. We know your in a better place and soon we will be with you. Until then you will be missed everyday. We love you son."
Tim and Mary Morr of Byron, Michigan

"To the family of Lee D. Todacheene, our condolences are with you and you are always in our prayers for all that your family has sacraficed for our great nation!"
The Gibson Family of Wagoner,OK USA

"You are my brothers and sisters. May God bless you for your sacrifice that you have all made. And may the people of our great nation one day realize what you have given for them."
Jonathan Shiyou of Yermo, CA USA

"Thank you to all who care so much for my kind, goodhearted son, LCPL Ryan S. McCurdy. He is missed very much and your words of comfort have helped me so much. To any other mom out there who is experiencing such a great loss my heart and prayers go out to you. I know God has his best, my son, in his hands and no evil plan formed against him will stand. "For I know whom I have believed and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I've committed unto him against that day." We will see and be with them again soon if we put our trust in the Lord. Thanks for all of your prayers and I pray for all of you."
Jan McCurdy of Baton Rouge, LA

"I pray each day for our fallen soilders that they rest in peace with God and that their families find strength with Gods help to get through each day without their loved ones. You are all the sons and daughters of the American people. Rest in peace."
Lida Pizzuco of Yonkers, NY

"May Your Soldier Never Be Forgotten for Their Ultimate Sacrifice for Our Freedom. I Salute Them for Their Courage."
Jeff Hall of N.W. Ohio

"I just got finished watching 3 wishes and saw your story, I can't stop crying. My husband is in the Marine Corps and has lost a close Marine in Iraq. It hit close to home seeing your story. I just want to let the family know my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I will continue to have your family in my prayers as well as all the other service members."
Kali and Sgt Metzger, United States Marine Corps of Okinawa, Japan

"To all the fallen soldiers, for all the wars past, present and future. From deep within my heart thank you, for keeping me safe giving me security and freedom allowing me to live in this awsome place we call .....America. If it were not for you soldier's giving, caring understanding bravely defending .....America I would'nt have the comforting liberties you fought to provide me with. I think about this everyday and want to thank you, God bless you for giving your life so that I may live here safe in .......America God Bless you, and I love you."
Ms L. B. of Santa Barbara, Ca.

"Holly I was there when you born and it was a wonderful sight !!! We had just been renuited jan. 05 and I was getting to know a little about my daughter through email.and snail mail.
I wanted to see my daughter when she got home , but God had his plans for Holly, and from what I did learn about her she was a treasuer and was LOVED and REPECTED !!! Holly your Dad has missed you for years, now I will wait to see her in Heaven !!!! Please if you have anything about my daughters last monments contact me rarook@yahoo.com"
Mr. Raymond A. Charette Sr. of 180 Bobby'- Cleveland , Ga. 30528

"To My dad, Sgt. Lee Duane Todacheene. I am sorry you went away. Your birthday is coming in May. I miss you and I always will. I think of you and Grandpa as our lovely angels, so we are not alone. I love and miss you very much, Dad."
Your son, Dylan Todacheene of Arizona

"KYLE SON
THIS YOUR DAD AND MINE LAST NIGHT AT THIS APT. YOU SAID YOU ALWAYS WANTED A HOUSE SO WE FOUND THE PREFECT ONE.YOUR BED ROOM FACES A HILL BY A STREAM SO YOU CAN HEAR AT NIGHT. YOUR CARS WILL BE IN THE GARAGE SO WHEN YOU COME HOME THEY WILL BE THERE. WE MISS YOU MORE AND MORE EACH DAY, LIKE YOU ASKED, WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.OUR ONLY SON BE SAFE NOW WITH GOD.
LOVE YOU BUD,BUD..MOM AND DAD
1983-BRATTLEBORO VT
2006-IRAQ"
REGINA GILBERT of BRATTLEBORO VT

"i want to first thank the fallen heroes that fought for us and our freedom to live as americans and the ones that are fighting right now i want to say good bless your kind loving hearts for fighting for us please do what you do best and come home safe and soon take care of one another while your all over there fighting."
TONYA of from LACONIA NH

"american soldiers and all the soldiers in iraq you are in our hearts and i pray god to bless you and help you to destroy the terror and get the victory, i want to say that i and my family and my friends will never forget the soldiers who died for their country and those who made iraq free , god bless you and help you, thanks alote to the u.s.soldiers and all the soldiers who are serving in iraq ,italy ,romania,u.k. etc.special salute to the u.s.soldiers and italy soldiers , i want to say that we will never forget those who protect us , i salute them,god bless you all.my prayer to the 3 italian and 1 romanian soldiers who had been killed in iraq, my prayer for all american soldiers"
zainab of iraq

"i want to say god bless all of the soldiers who are serving their country , god bless all of the soldiers who died for their country and i want to say thank you because you made us free and now we can live well, thank you so much for this i hope that you will destroy the terror and make the world live well, thank you again for every thing,god bless you"
zainab of iraq

"To the memory of LTC Kim Orlando:
I served under Kim Orlando with the 442 MP Company (NYARNG) in Iraq. I have fond memories of him walking in the chow hall in Camp Babylon, as the commanding officer of our Battalion, soldiers would call out 'Attention' when he was coming to dine; he would reply 'Air Assualt..Air Assualt' in a very relax way...
Sir, Rest in Peace.... You will not be forgotten!!"
Staff Sergeant Willam Grodnick of ANA-ETT Kabul, Arfghanistan

"To everyone reading this page and who has or has not been directly affected by this war: I wish I could sign every single page of every single courageous soldier who lost his or her life, but I cannot. Please know my heart, thoughts and prayers are with everyone. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but have unwillingly joined a group none of us wanted to join - a group of families mourning the loss of our loved ones and praying for the safe return of those still fighting. We lost our son 12/1/05. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to set up these sites, takes the time to view and sign these sites. It lets me know that our Hereos truly will not be forgotten."
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams) of PA

"I along with many others have seen the episode of 7th Heaven. I first saw it a while back and I was sad. I respect all those who fight for this country. I saw it again not to long ago and I became more curious. I decided to get on the internet and find out more about SSGT. Dwight J. Morgan. I am glad that I did and as I read these messages I am deeply touched. Many people take our freedom for granted. Now I realize we were just lucky to have been born here and have people who care about our feedom as much as SSGT. Dwight J. Morgan did.For the Morgan family I'm sorry you had to go through the pain but know there are many Americans who deeply care. I can't even imagine the pain you've been through. But as it goes on know it will get little by little easier. For all men and women who have fought or are fighting for this country know that I care. I was deeply touched by this episode of 7th Heaven. We are all lucky to have men and women fighting for our freedom and putting their life on the line for us, our families,our freedom, and most of all our country."
Cara of West Virgina

"This message is for Michael Owen and all who are left to continue loving him. My name is Dustye. I am Danny Billiott's sister and I want to say I think about Mike and all of you often. I hope each of you are doing well, and I pray your hearts, although forever broken, are at least able to remember Mike without breaking all over again. Although I have never met any of you, my brother loved and cared about Mike and speaks of him with pride. Thank you for allowing me to share my thoughts."
Dustye Billiott of Nome, Texas

"Brian, you are in my thoughts today as you are so often. Remembering you and Mikey growing up with each other always makes me smile. I think of the time i took you and Mikey to Summersville Lake and actually let you guys jump off the cliffs. You were brave even at that young age. I am proud that you grew up to be the man that you were, and I thank God everyday for what you believed in and done for me and my family to make life better for us and our children. I will never forget you."
Stephanie Hellems Sullivan of Kannapolis, NC

"i'm sorry your father never knew the man you became. but for those of us that invested in you selflessly...we are better people because we knew you. we hold you dear to our hearts in the loss becaues of your sacrifice, semper fi my beloved hero on behave of your family and friends."
diana boye of grand island nebraska usa

"HI SHANE MY NAME IS ANGELICA AND I AM JOE LOMBERTO'S FIANCE. I NEVER GOT THE PLESSURE OF MEETING YOU:( BUT I KNOW JOE IS VERY PROUD OF YOU AND TALKS ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME. I WISH YOU HERE TO MEET OUR LITTLE GIRL CARMELL MARIE LOMBERTO WE CALL HER CONNIE FOR SHORT. SHE IS BEAUTIFUL! BUT I KNOW YOU SEE HER ANY WAY. WE ALL PRAY FOR YOU AND ARE VERY PROUD TO BE APART OF YOUR FAMILY. RIP SHANE AND WE LOVE YOU."
ANGELICA LOMBERTO of KINGMAN,AZ

"I have just finished wathching the epoisode of 7th Heaven, I couldn't believe it was all real. That was a picture of the actual Staff Sgt. Dwight J. Morgan. A brave and thoughtful man who fought for our freedom. I am in shock and can't believe anyone would have the courage to do something like that. I can honestly say I don't think I would ever do something like that and I want to thank each and every Marine, soldier, air man, and anyone else who has fought for this country. Especially those who left behind there family and friends and made what is the biggest sacrifice I think a person can make. I am proud of all our men and women fighting. I look up to the heavens and thank the angels who have fought that are looking down on our free country."
Hannah Mills of Chesterfield,Virginia

"God Bless you forever for your sacrifice. I can live free and my family is safe because of everything you do."
Cindy of Emmitsburg, MD, USA

"God Bless You Shawna"
Tim of Bellevue, NE

"To the family and friends of Vandy, what a great, funny and cool guy i still cant believe your gone you will forever be in my heart as a brave war hero. I miss you man."
Scott Tejada aka TJ of Brooklyn, N.Y. USA

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