Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"Bryan, I had great memories of our college days and was sad that you was going to the Marines but I am truly proud that you did, you inspired me to do better and be better. I and this Country owes you alot and will repay you when I build my castle up in Heaven too, bro. Much Love and Peace"
David VanHook of Your Brother from another mother , Medford, OR

"Almost seven years since boot camp. Five years since you got called up to the streets of Heaven...man...proud to call you my brother."
Matthew Coombs (USMC) of Salt Lake City, UT

"Brian you are missed. Never forget the fun times we had in the Corps! "Ladies check us out!"

Semper Fi"
Izzy of Carmel, NY/USA

"As a fellow Oregonian and graduate of North Bend High School, we are very proud to honor Bryan P. Bertrand. All of us are saddened by his passing. My words are intended to honor his memory and especially to make clear our appreciation for his dedication to service. HooRah... SEMPER FIDELIS,
"Always Faithful" Patrick A. Gregory Cpl, USMC"
Patrick A. Gregory of North Bend, Oregon, USA

"The heart, the core of this great country will be forever indebted to the ultimate sacrifice exemplified by you, Brian. I have kept you in my prayers and will continue to in my life to come. Thank you and God Bless your family. Go Pirates!!!"
Logan Brooks of Gilbert, AZ

"May 4, 2007
To the family of Bryan P. Bertrand. Bryan 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."
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org"
Peggy Childers of Carson City, NV

"You will always be in our hearts and prayers...

Semper Fi,
The Hanson Family"
The Hanson's of Layton, Utah

"Bryan, I think about you every day, it makes me train harder and appreciate everything more."
Matt Zosel of Monterey, CA

"Semper Fi brother."
Sgt Ryan Trim of Wasilla Alaska USA

"Bryan,
I heard for the first time today about the crash. I am crushed. Please know that you were the greatest friend to a young, confused kid when he needed it the most. I am forever in your dept. Maybe I can pay you back when we are flying through different skies. Thank you."
Michael Rogozinski (USMC) of Lansdale, PA

"I miss you all the time, bro."
Sgt Jeff Carroll of Tel Aviv, Israel

"To the Family and friends of “Marine 7”, Your Marine will be forever in my memory. Our unit set up the base/tents/fuel system in late Sep. 2001. The Sep 11 attacks were still fresh on our minds. The day your Marines deployed to our forward location. I was asked to help set up the grounding wires for their aircraft on the parking ramp. As an Air Force member I was amused and impressed by the rock “sidewalks” around the Marine tents. On Jan 9th I had flags flown on a KC-135 for my Family and friends. The next day I found out a Marine plane had been lost. I sat down on a fuel bladder, saddened by the news. I wondered if I knew any of them or if they had come to listen to country music cd’s we played down by the beach. I can’t say I knew them, but they were ours for a short time. Everyone mourned their death. A “Soldiers cross” memorial service was held at the theater. Later when I presented my flags to Family and friends, I told them of the sacrifice your loved ones made and how they should always remember our “Freedom isn’t Free”. Thomas Jefferson 1787 "The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants."

Our Military isn’t for everyone, but some do more than just volunteer and show up. They go to the tip of the spear, where the fight is. God Bless you for raising a Marine that did more.

MSgt William “Bill” Cordes (USAF Retired)
Moody AFB Ga.
William.cordes@moody.af.mil"

"Thank you to you and the rest of your crew!! Semper Fi!!!"
Nicole warren of Ft. Worth, Tx

"I still remember you as my best friend and tell people about the funny * you did......"
wade of longview, Texas

"Thank You. Semper Fi."
PFC Monge, Grant E. of Camp Lejeune, NC

"Bryan,
I would like to say thank you to you and the other Marines who were on that KC-130 with you. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!"

"It's been over three years since you left Bryan and we still remember and miss you. I saw your folks tonight and they are doing well. I didn't talk much tonight but I still tell our young Marines about all the Angels of Raider 04 who are looking out for us. Semper Fi."
A Fellow Raider

"Bryan,
Years later you are still missed greatly in my life. The person you were here on earth still inspires me and offers me hope. No one can lift me up as you always did, but maybe someday I'll be blessed to come across someone who can at least come close.........."

"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

"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. For the family/friends: May time provide happy loving memories in place of present sorrows. Look to the sky for in the infinite meadows of Heaven the bright shining stars bloom....the forget-me-nots of angels. God bless you and thank you."
a grateful family in Phoenix, AZ

"Semper Fi and RIP brother!"
Mike (USMC) of Indianapolis Indiana

"Corporal Bertrand, goodbye soldier and thank you. You are my hero."
Bill of Houston, Texas

"This young man accomplished more for the sake of good and a concept of freedom in his 23 years, than most will ever do. Thank you sir, it means so very much you gave us what you did."
The Estes Family of Phoenix, AZ

"Thank you Brian for you friendship and help during my time going through training. Your help to a young family will never be forgotten. There are always tears in our eyes and sorrow in our hearts when we think about the fateful day that your crash happened. You are an inspiration to us and we will tell our young son how you helped us with him when he was only six months old. We wish you clean flying and tail winds."
The Chenoweth Family of Havelock NC

"Thank you to Marine Lance Cpl. Bryan P. Bertrand for your service to this great country. Thank you moreover to your family, who grieves the loss of a child. Your son will never be forgotten, and we thank you for your sacrifice. I know this must be devastaing to all of you, and I personally will keep you in my prayers. God Bless you all. Your son, is truly an American Hero."
The Family of Army SPC Mitchell R. Warriner-Hansen of Hillsboro, Oregon

"REST IN PEACE
BRYAN P. BERTRAND

YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN."
VICTORIA "V.P." PATTERSON of WASHINGTON PARK, IL. U.S.

"Thank you Bryan Bertrand, 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

"TO BRYAN P. BERTRAND'S FAMILY.--AS A MOTHER, THERE IS NO GREATER LOSS THEN A CHILD AND THERE IS NO CLOSURE. BRYAN IS NOW WITH GOD AND FLY'S WITH THE ANGELS. HE TOO DIED SO WE COULD LIVE IN FREEDOM. REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES YOU SHARED FOR THOSE WILL NEVER DIE. GOOD BLESS YOU ALL."
Judy Fralia-Mantello of Beaverton, Oregon U.S.A.

"To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Bryan Bertrand:
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 Bryan 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 Lance Cpl. Bryan Bertrand:
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 Bryan, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia