Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free.
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard Him call.
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay that day,
to laugh, to love, to work or play.
Task undone must stay that way.
I found peace at the close of the day.
If my parting left a void,
then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss
Ah, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with time of sorrow.
I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much
Good friends, good times, a loved one touched.
Perhaps my time seemed all to brief,
but don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me.
God wanted me now, He set me free!"
(Author Unknown)
America has been built on the blood of Brave Men of Honor. Heros who answered the call to defend all of our Freedoms. A fellow Veteran pays tribute to this heros commitment to duty and the ultimate sacrifice that he has made for all of us.... Thank you. May you rest well in Gods loving embrace Brave soldier, and may peace come to your family and loved ones for the sacrifice they have also made."
William D. Taylor of Bonita Springs, Florida

"November 26, 2007
To the family of Sgt. Maj. Phillip R. Albert:
Phillip gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org"
Peggy Childers of Carson City, NV

"SGM Albert was my 1SG at Ft. Wainwright Ak. He taught me how to be a great soldier and NCO. Most importantly he taught me how to be a man. I will never forget you. Rest in Peace."
SGT K. Hung

"I guess its up to me Al....to let the cat out of the bag.....lol.....Al was my big brother sniper...yes, I set records, but i was always learning from him.....and I guess he was learning from me.....Katya....sound familiar AL?....anyways....he was the master at Long Range TA, and he past this along to me...and I used it...the best award I recieved was because of him.....upon return fron the desert....1000+ meters "shot in the dark" as he called it.....engaging the enemy with the ultimate in precision gunfire from long distamce! SPC Miramontez Distinguished Himself and the Unit........

Thanks Al!!!!!"
MD Miramontez of Hawaii

"....a quote from my Best Friend....train 'em hard like you do yourself...they become you; or fall short...but you are still there to pick them up and mentor them to be the SNIPER you want them to be...."
MDM of Hawaii

"Authored by: anonymous on Sunday, May 27 2007 @ 12:27 AM EDT
My name is Mario, and I was a Sniper under SGM Albert (then SFC), He was my senior instructor when I went through the course, and later my section sergeant (He always remembered me because I set records at the Sniper School)....HE was my best friend and big brother!....I did not know of his death until I deployed to Afghanistan in 2004 and seen his name on a wall in Baghram Airfield....I am at a great loss without him.....I miss you AL!!!!!!!!!! And....I ALLWAYS WILL...MORE THAN ANYTHING!!!!!!!!!

I will never forget the quote " I am not afraid to Die Sergeant Major! Next Question!"......You have always been my mentor Al ....thanks....wish I could say that to you personally.....but to his family....thank you.....!!!!

SFC (P) MD Miramontez"
SFC Mario Miramontez of Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

"Authored by: anonymous on Sunday, May 27 2007 @ 12:27 AM EDT
My name is Mario, and I was a Sniper under SGM Albert (then SFC), He was my senior instructor when I went through the course, and later my section sergeant (He always remembered me because I set records at the Sniper School)....HE was my best friend and big brother!....I did not know of his death until I deployed to Afghanistan in 2004 and seen his name on a wall in Baghram Airfield....I am at a great loss without him.....I miss you AL!!!!!!!!!! And....I ALLWAYS WILL...MORE THAN ANYTHING!!!!!!!!!

SFC (P) MD Miramontez"
SFC Mario Miramontez of Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

"Sir, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.""
Ramon L.Jackson of Jackson Mississippi/ U.S.A

"I had the honor of working with Sgt. Major Albert at 2/87 Infantry at Fort Drum, New York, and was in Afghanistan with him. He was a true leader, and he is missed."
Richard Baez of Fort Drum, New York

"Today I recieved a U.S. Flag that was flown in the "Field of Honor" at Sturgis, S.D. with the name Of Sgt Major Phillip R. Albert, U.S. Army. I will fly this flag myself in honor of this hero who paid the ultimate price for my freedom. GOD bless the USA. .... Ross Neely, Usn-Ret. V.V.A., V.F.W., PGR, and Rolling Thunder member."
Ross Neely of Ponca City, Oklahoma.

"Thank SGM Albert. I served with SGM Albert right before the Bn went to Enduring freedom. SGM Albert had helped me through some hard times. When my company had given up on for being a "broken NCO" and sent me to the mailroom, SGM Albert never once talked down to me because I was broken. He always treated me like an NCO and a human no matter what. I have since stayed in the Army, been promoted and had the operation to fix me. I still bring out SGM's PT plan once in a while and use it to break down some new Joes(if you were in a shop in 2-87 you know what I mean).
Thank you.
Rest Brother(SGM)Albert I WILL CARRY YOU WITH ME ALWAYS"
SSG Esquivel of Fort Riley, KS

"Thank SGM Albert. I served with SGM Albert right before the Bn went to Enduring freedom. SGM Albert had helped me through some hard times. When my company had given up on for being as a "broken NCO" and sent me to the mailroom, SGM Albert never once talked down to me because I was broken. He always treated me like an NCO and a human no matter what. I have since stayed in the Army, been promoted and had the operation to fix me. I still bring out SGM's PT plan once in a while and use it to break down some new Joes(if you were in a shop in 2-87 you know what I mean).
Thank you.
Rest Brother(SGM)Albert I WILL CARRY YOU WITH ME ALWAYS"
SSG Esquivel of Fort Riley, KS

"To the family of SGM Phillip R. Albert, I wish to express my sincere condolences for the loss of your son; my friend. Albert and I served together as Equal Opportunity Advisors at FT Bragg and became good friends. I can relate to the other messages describing his kindness and giving personality. Albert, you shared that kindness with all my family and for that I will never forget you. I proudly display a flag with your name on in front of my home. Thank you for being my friend. God bless you."
Victor M. Ulloa, MSG (Ret) of Fayetteville, NC

"You are remembered and honored this Memorial Day, 2006. We will never forget."
Bela Beaupre of Woodbury, CT

"I still remember when my unclie philip came home on leave, we would have big parties on my aunts lake house just for him. He would tell stories to me and my siblings and cousins. The night i founds out what happened when i walked in the door, my mom was crying on the couch. And at that moment when she told me i remembered all the times we had together from him telling us his stories to going ice fishing with him R.I.P. uncle phil"
Brandon Hayes of bristol, CT USA

""Memorial Day" 2006
"PHILLIP R. ALBERT"
"I WILL NEVER FORGET'
Proud Army mom of:
Pfc. Adam L. Thomas
1-87 Ft. Drum
KIA: 8-31-03 Afghanistan"
Ellen Thomas of Burbank, IL

"Sergeant Major Albert worked closely with my father, both when my dad was the S-3 and XO of 2-87 IN. I even have an Army Poster that he gave to me for my fifteenth birthday that still hangs up on my bedroom wall. It hit the entire 2-87 community when word was received that Sergeant Major Albert had passed in the crash, and my mother was among those who proceeded to Connecticut for his funeral. Now, as two years have passed since this tragedy, I look upon Sergeant Major Albert in the highest regard, for he made the ultimate sacrifice for his nation. To his family and friends, he was a great soldier. From what my father has told me, he was an excellent NCO, and he is still missed by those who served with him."
Cadet Robert Rasmussen, Tiger Battalion, Army ROTC of Geneseo, NY

"I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of CSM Phillip Albert. CSM Albert was my Drill Sergeant at Fort Benning, GA back in 1987 with the 2/58 Infantry. We won the Platoon of the Cycle honors. I had three Drill Sergeants assigned to the platoon but he was with us the most. He trained us, disciplined us, and developed us into soldiers. He was one that I will never forget. In 1998 I ran into him again when I was assigned to 1/17 Infantry at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. I was surprised to see him again after so many years. He was the First Sergeant of HHC 1/17 INF. He remembered me from the basic training days because of an incident that happened with me. We regularly talked about those good old days. It was good to see that he had progressed as he deserved as a First Sergeant. I was not in his company but his soldiers really looked up to him and appreciated all that he did for them. He was a good trainer and leader. He taught an advanced marksmanship class that I went through while I was there. It was a good experience and I learned an enormous amount of information. I remember when First Sergeant Albert moved to Fort Carson, Colorado and shortly after that he was promoted to Sergeant Major. My heart sank when I read the Army Times to discover that he had passed. Today, I was looking at my Basic training picture that he is in. I decided that I wanted to get on line and find out what happened to this fallen soldier. CSM Phillip Albert, I will never forget you. You were the foundation for the soldier that I am and just that of thousands of other soldiers. I will scan and e-mail this basic training picture with Drill Sergeant Albert in it, with our platoon, dated November 24th 1987 to anyone that wants it just e-mail me at gerald.powless@us.army.mil"
SFC Powless of 5th Ranger Training BN, Dahlonega, GA

"I'll never forget at JRTC when you told a group of us that "Hard times don't last, Hard people do". I have carried that motto in myself ever since and it has always held truth."
Matt Kensy of North Branch Minnesota

"to the family of 'big al', i wanted to meet you when you came to drum for the memorial, but got stuck finishing up some work. a friend told me that he and his brother look exactly alike, in some way im glad i didnt go because i may not have been able to keep my composure. what i wanted to tell you is that i am a better man, person, and soldier because of him. i can tell you the guys he worked with didnt always agree with his intentions or methods, but for better or worse he was always there for every one of us when we needed him. he was never fake or pretentious to any of us, especially me. he'd always tell it just how it was. i remember him pulling us all together a couple of weeks before we left for afghanistan, he told us to keep in mind all that he taught us, step up and take charge if needed, and not be afraid if the worst happened. he told us that if we were ever in a situation where one of us were pinned down from enemy fire and couldnt get away, not to be afraid cause he'd stay with us, he'd always be there. i feel like i let him down so many times, he tried to teach me so much. i wish i had been with him that night, i would have stayed with him, i would have saved his life or died trying. i am so sorry for your loss. his memory will always be with me, god bless you for giving me the opportunity to have had someone like 'big al' effect my life in the possitive way he did."
spc jonathan m nagel of fort drum

"Sgt. Major Albert,
I would like to say thank you to you and the other men who were in killed in the '53 crash with you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

"We Conquer Power And Mountains"
(87th Inf. Motto)"

"I only know the Sergeant Major thru my son, SSG R. Myers III. I know the impact of this loss on my son. The Sergeant Major was known by the Cadets of the CSM Henery Chiasson's Army JROTC Gator Battalion at Captain Shreve Highschool in Shreveport, LA. I commanded that unit at the time of his death. His name, picture, memory and actions were and are honored there. May God Bless the Sergeant Major's family and loved ones. He IS an American Hero, HOOAH!"
Robert L. Myers II, Major AUS, (Retired) of Saint Charles, Missouri

"FOR JESUS IS THE LIGHTHOUSE IF IT WASN'T FOR THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR WHERE WOULD THIS SHIP BE"
THERESA THOMPSON of COLUMBUS, GEORGIA

"I worked with SGM. Albert in the s-3 shop while in Afganistan. He was a damn good leader and although he was hard you knew he would take care of you. I use to call him papa Al to the other guys in the S-3 shop because of all the stories he told us or some of the jokes, and he'd get me back by making fun of the way i talked. If every NCO lived up to his standards and professional quailities we would be flawless God bless you SGM. for sacrifice and for making us all better soldiers. To his family it was a Honor to serve with him and my privelege to know god bless you as well."
Sgt Paul Adam Purser of Ft. Polk La, USA

"I m glad my friend Eddie Lee Isom he is back from Irq and I hope my friend Vince, Herbert and Rick coming back home from this bad place.
I support the us troops in Iraq and Afghanistan."
Monika Chrístine Mai of Düsseldorf, Germany

"We are free and safe this July 4th, 2005 because of the men and women who love and defend the United States of America. Thank you Phillip. You paid the ultimate sacrafice to make this world a better place. You will forever be remembered. To your family and friends, I pray that they have found peace, comfort, and strength in God's love. Let them understand that our love never dies. It lives in our hearts forever."
Bela of Woodbury, CT

"GODBLESS YOU SGM ALBERT YOU TAUGHT ME SO MUCH AS MY 1SG IN 1-17 INF IN ALASKA , MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY . THANK YOU FOR YOUR GREATNESS."
C.L DEGROAT of FT. WAINWRIGHT AK.

"To the families of those who perished in and to those who survived this crash. My daughter, Sgt. Diane Gilliam, survived this crash, and yet the survivors of the crash are not receiving fair treatment by the army. You assistance is needed in making sure that all of the survivors receive fair treatment. Also, if there is a witness to Spc Gary Craig's saving of Jonathan Purser we need for you to come forward so that Gary can receive his proper accommodation for his actions

Anita Coyoli-Cullen

Proud Army Mom of Diane Gilliam
Survivor of Helicopter Crash in Afghanistan
11-23-03
ACoyoli1@AOL.com"
Anita Coyoli-Cullen of Huntington Beach,Ca, USA

"To the loved ones of Sergeant Major Albert-My name is Stephanie Purser, wife of Army Ranger SSG Johnathan Purser. John was also on board the same helicopter. He barely survived and was cut free from his harness at the last minute by a Specialist also from 10th Mountain. He received 3rd degree burns on his face and upper body and does not remember most of the crash. I did not know Sergeant Major Albert but I wanted you to know that every single day I pause to reflect on his life and the lives of the four airmen who died that day."
Stephanie Purser of FT Benning, GA purserstephanie@yahoo.com

"To Phillip's Family and Friends:

On behalf of the Blanco-Caldas family, we send our sincerest condolences. We share the same loss ... the same pain. Our son returned safely from Afghanistan, only to lose his life in Iraq. Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time and we thank you for your soldier's bravery and sacrifice. He is truly a Hero, now guarding the Gates in Heaven!

Sincerely,

The Family of Capt. Ernesto M. Blanco-Caldas, 82nd Airborne
KIA Iraq 12/28/2003.
Gloria Caldas (The Big Ern's Mom) of San Antonio, TX
gcaldas48@aol.com"

"SGM Albert was a great mentor. Even though I am in the Air Force. He treated me and my Airmen fairly and was always willing to pass on his knowledge, experience and many great stories. In return I would often go down the the bazaar to pass on my gem knowledge to help him and others get real stones.

He kept a great amount of common sense in everything he did and would pass on reality versus 'doctrine' that others often quoted.

I remember talking about 'stand to'. I said I'm air force, we do 'sleep to'. As in sleep till 8. He laughed and said in his twenty odd years no one has ever attacked at dawn or dusk. But he followed his orders and got everyone up.

Not everyone liked him, but EVRYONE respected him and thats all you can ask for as a leader."
Alan Lesko, SSgt USAF of Ft Drum, NY

"thank you for allowing me to still attend classes while on extra duty"
spc. ramirez, anthony of bakersfield, ca usa

"To the family and freinds of philip Albert... please know that I am just one more of the many many americans who understands the sacrifice that Phillip Albert has made for his country and for that matter the entire world... may he rest in peace..."
john duyck of wainscott N.Y.

"un poeta italiano famoso ha scritto una poesia con due sole parole: "m'illumino d'immenso".
Questo è ciò che provo quando penso a te e ai tuoi colleghi morti per la libertà e la democrazia di un altro popolo. Grazie"
Mauro Branchesi of Italy

"Thank you SGM for never giving up on me. You helped me through some of the hardest times in my life. My sincerest condolensces to the family. You were like a father to me (to us all in S-3)
You will be missed... never forgotten!"
Ranger McMillan of Anchorage, AK

"To the family and friends,

Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time and we thank you for your loved ones bravery and sacrifice. May God strengthen you from knowing that fellow Americans and people around the world care about you and grieve with you in your loss. Your loved one is a hero. Greater love have no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13.

God bless you.

Home Front Ministries
Shepherd of the Hills Church
Porter Ranch, CA"

"Thanks for stepping forward when America needed you. To the family - Thank you for your contribution to our liberty and freedom. I'm sorry for your tremendous loss."
Ronald Carlson of Montrose, MN

"It's almost a year and I can still hear your laugh. I've never been so proud or so sad. You were loved. You are missed."

"rest in peace soldier"
labinot of sweden

"God Bless you and your family - you will never be forgotten."
Chris of Windham, NH

"Sergeant Major Albert, goodbye soldier and thank you. You are my hero."
Bill of Houston, Texas

"SGM. ALBERT WAS A MAN WHO WOULD TAKE CARE OF YOU NO MATTER WHAT. I WORKED FOR HIM FOR A YEAR PLUS AT FT.DRUM. I SAW HIM A DAY BEFORE HE WENT DOWN. HE ASKED ME HOW THINGS WERE BACK ON THE LINE, I TOLD HIM GREAT. THEN HE TOLD ME BE CAREFULL ON MY MISSION, I WAS ABOUT TO GO ON. THAT WAS THAT LAST I SAW OF HIM. SGM. ALBERT WAS ENGAGED AND DUE TO GET MARRIED IN THE SPRING OF 04'. I WILL DEEPLY MISS HIM AND HOPE TO SEE HIM AGAIN IN HEAVEN."
SPC. TOMAS AVEY of FT.DRUM NY. USA 2/87 B.CO

"Thank you brave soldier for sacrificing your today for my children's safer tomorrow. You have our utmost respect and gratitude. May God provide your family with comfort in their time of sorrow. May you forever rest in Heavenly peace. Neither you nor your sacrifice will be forgotten."
a grateful citizen in arizona

"It was my priviledge and honor to have known SGM Albert (Big Al) while we both attended the Sergeants Major Crs (Class 52). In addition to being a great Infantryman, he was a gracious human being, possessed a keen wit, and was a scholar to boot...he totally carried our group on one of those endless writing assignments at the school. God Bless you Al!"
SGM Motoyama of S. Korea

"Phillip was one of the most honorable friends I have ever known. I had the privlage of serving under him while I was in the Army. We were both assigned to the 1st BN 17th Infantry, FT Wainwright, AK. He taught me so much about life and how to be a good infantryman. We spent alot of time together as freinds. I will always remember his positive outlook and how he always made me feel at home in his company. I will miss him. He gave so much and asked for so little. God Bless"
Matthew Roche of Uniontown, PA

"Thank you brave soldier for sacrificing your today for my children's safer tomorrow. You have our utmost respect and gratitude. May God grant your family comfort and peace in their time of need and sorrow. May you rest forever in heavenly peace."
a grateful citizen in arizona

"God's blessings to you and your family Phillip. My tears of sorrow fall for each of our soldiers who have died fighting for our freedom. You will always be remembered"
Candy Knutson of Poynette, WI

"i will always remember out at Nangalam, when you stuck up for me to chuck."
mike of ft drum ny

"I want to express my sorrow to your family and offer my thanks for your service and sacrifice to our country."
F. Smith of West Grove,Pa

"To the family of Phillip Albert: I am so sorry for your loss. Phillip is and always will be a hero. God Bless."
Jessica of Rio Vista,CA

"Phillip R. Albert was a rare find. He was one of those people who could motivate his troops when others would quit trying.He not only made us better soldiers but also made us better people. He was a wealth of knowledge. A real infantrymans infantryman. You felt safe with him in command. Al was a great friend and listener. The nation has lost one of its finest partriots. My deepest condolences to all of his family during this time of lose. Its hard for Infantryman to say this about each other, but I can honestly say that this man was loved by his troops. Miss you Big Al."
Kermit F. Purvis of West End,NC/Moore

"sgm albert,
i had the priviledge to serve with you in the most dire of conditions and the most peaceful, you taught me so much. i remember the last time i saw you before the accident when we ate lunch in the dfac in bagram and you just told me to keep my head down and dont be stupid and keep aware of my surroundings and i'll come home safe. after all the time ive been in the army i never got as much lessons on life and soldiering taught by one person. i hope i can pass on all the things you taught me to my soldiers. keep watching over me , i know you have been. i miss you big al."
tommy u.s army of ft drum, ny

"Dear Phillip:

I realize you do not know me personally, but I am with you spiritually. You are a true hero in the eyes of all Americans. I want you to know that all your efforts were not in vain. I appreciate the ultimate sacrifice you paid so that all of us can live in a free and safe society.

The ultimate sacrifice in life is to take action and protect those whom you love. You were there in Iraq because you love this great country and your fellow citizens. You were willing to place yourself in harms way in order to protect the sovereignty of our country. In the eyes of God you have given the greatest gift of all for your friends and loveones; you gave your life. I just wanted you to know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers each and everyday. Thank you for giving me the greatest gift in life which is the gift of freedom.
To the family of Phillip R. Albert please except my sincere condolences on the loss of your son. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

Sincerely,

Carol Annino
Newington, CT 06111"
carol annino of Newington, CT/US

"SGM Albert was my Boss for 15 months here at Fort Carson. We did a hell of alot of roadmarches and PT Runs together in that time. We had 6 civilians in our office and we were the only 2 military. We didn't see eye-to-eye on alot of stuff, but it wasn't about likes or dislikes with SGM Albert, it was about Duty and Honor. He was and forever will be a Professional Soldier, a true combat Vet and a Real NCO. He set the Stardards above and beyond the normal requirements. SGM Albert was a True Infantryman and it was a Honor to serve with him."
Paul I. Batchelor (US Army Retired) of Colorado Springs, Colorado

"My Heart goes out to the Albert family. Phillip and I have been good friends for about 10 years. His spirit and courage to live life and to always strive to do good are the memories that I have of this great man. Phillip, is one of those rare jewels, a man always willing to champion the less fortunate and step to the plate. I will miss you my friend. From one warrior to another, you will be in my heart and memories. You taught me to be patient and to always look to the good side of people and situations. I will never forget this. May God watch over your family."
SFC (Ret) Bill Morales of Ft Totten, Queens NY

"You will not be forgotten. Even though I did not know you, I thank you and your family for the greatest sacrifice every made by an American."
Pat Walters of Cross Plains, Wi

"Dear Phillip:

I realize you do not know me personally, but I am with you spiritually. You are a true hero in my eyes and to all Americans. I want you to know that all your efforts were not in vain. I appreciate the ultimate sacrifice you paid so that all of us can live in a free and safe society.

The ultimate sacrifice in life is to take action and protect those whom you love. You were there in Iraq because you love this great country and your fellow citizens. Your desire to serve as a soldier and to place yourself in harms way in order to protect the sovereignty of our country will never be forgotten. In the eyes of God you have given the greatest gift of all for your friends and loved-ones; you gave your life. I just wanted you to know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers each and everyday. Thank you for giving all of us the greatest gift of life, which is the gift of freedom.
To the family of Phillip R. Albert please except my sincere condolences on the loss of your son. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

Sincerely,

Carol Annino
Newington, CT 06111"
Carol Annino of Newington CT, 06111

"SGM Phillip (Al) Albert, your leadership and insight will be sorely missed from this world and from the Army. From all of us in Class 52 and especially from M12 - YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN."
SGM Patti Sparenberg of Ft Myer, VA

"My kids are safer thanks to this brave soldier. How can you thank someone who gives his life for your own family's safety? There are not enough words for me to express how thankful I am for him.

May God grant his family peace during this time when this hero is welcomed into heaven."
The Estes Family of Phoenix, AZ

"SGM Albert was a soldiers soldier. He always gave of himself so others would not have to go without. Al was all about taking care of soldiers and this great nation. His selfless service speaks for itself as he made the ultimate sacrifice for us and his nation. God Bless you Al and I know you'll be looking down and doing all you can to take care of those in danger. It was my privlege SGM this old retiree thanks you!"
Ed Lemanski of Fayetteville, NC

"may god be with you and your family through the hard times but may the memories remain"
rhonda of centralia,il usa

"I knew Phillip when he was stationed at Ft. Bragg. He was a great person and a great soldier. I learned alot from him. God Bless SGM Albert. He truly was a great American."
MSG Rice of Ft. Bliss, Tx

"Even though I never met Albert and the family I am really sorry for your loss.My dad was on the same crash."They will not be forgotten"."
Kalie Walters of Hurlburt ,Florida

"Thank you Phillip Albert, you will not be forgotten. Your bravery goes beyond words. I want to express my deepest gratitude for your sacrifice. To the family and friends, my prayers and deep condolences in your loss. May God strengthen you from knowing that fellow Americans and people around the world care about you and grieve with you in your loss. God bless you all. A very appreciative fellow American,"
Leo Titus of Grayslake, Illinios

"I wish the price for freedom wasn't so high. The life you lived will never be lost to those who will always remember the dedication and love you had for god and country."
James of San Diego, Ca

"I am indebted to you Phillip and all others who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten by me. I love you and I love your family. I wish there was something I could do or say to assuage the grief your family must be feeling. All I can do, and I hope it helps, is pray every day for you, your family, all other soldiers and there families. May the Peace and Love of Christ be with you and your family always.
Chris
P.S. To the family of Phillip R. Albert if you need someone to pray with, or to talk to or anything else please email me at ctpoet1@yahoo.com"
Chris Decker of East Windsor CT USA

"To the family and friends of Sgt. Major Phillip Albert:
May God's grace be with you during your time of grief. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and we feel your loss and share in your sorrow. Bless Phillip for the sacrifice he has made to make a better life for the rest of us."
The Ford Family of Wells, Nevada

"To the family and friends of Sgt. Major Phillip Albert:
I am saddened by the loss of your loved one. He will always be remembered as a hero for fighting for freedom. I hope that this website will be a source of comfort and encouragement for you during this difficult time, and in the future as you recall the memories of Phillip, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia