Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"Billy, Memories were great and I'll never forget you my brother. I catch myself always thinking of you. The same day we lost you to war is the same day my first baby girl was born. Its hard to be Happy on my daughters birthday knowing I lost you the same day. You were a great marine and we had some great times. We were in 3rd Radio bn. together and then got switched over to CSSG-3 together. So we can firmly say that brought us even closer together. On the big Island you had picked up Cpl. Getting your blood stripes from the whole crew. You took the tradition like a man and a memory i will never forget. It blew my mind when i got the phone call that morning in the hospital holding my new baby girl. I thought it was someone calling to congrat me on the baby and instead it was the unforgettable call. I wish your family the best of luck. Everyone keep your head high. This man gave us our freedom and I'm honored to of been part of his life. Rest in peace and know there are many people who care a lot about you. We love you and miss you dearly. Semper Fi Marine!"
Sgt Warnet of Honolulu

"Billy

You have been gone now for almost two years. And still I miss you everyday. It brings me comfort when I think of you and then go to drive somewhere because you always find this way to play our song the one we sang to in your truck when I first came out to Hawaii. "Remember When" by Allen Jackson. Like today for example: I was thinking about you on my way back to work and there was that song "Remember When" by Allen Jackson playing on the radio. New Years is still really heard for me. I always remember back when I e-mailed you to wish you a Marry Christmas and a Happy New Year. And, now every year I find myself still wanting to wish you those things. But I remmeber to call your Grandma Betty every Thanksgiving and Christmas. We all miss you very much, but we know that we will all see you again someday. I Love You Now and Always.
Love,
Jennifer"
Jennifer Stith of Napa, CA USA

"September 30, 2007
To the family of Lance Cpl. Billy D. Brixey, Jr.:
Billy 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

"I was there with him and i miss him a lot he was one of my marines. Semper Fi frind and good luck"
SGT Morgan of MCBH

"I didnt know Billy but after I saw the report of his death on the news I talked to the other Sgt Brixey in the Marines and were all but certain he is family. Theres not alot of Brixeys out there and even fewer of us in the Marines I'm sorry it ended up the way it did. Rest in peace Marine, Simper Fi."
Sgt JC Brixey USMC of Cedaredge, CO/ Deployed Overseas

"Hello again, I didn't get enough space to coninue. Death and loss has been on my mind lately as my father Alan Brixey died recently of lung cancer. I notice Billy was a Marine - my father was in the Navy during the second World War on a mine sweeper off the African coast. Perhaps the love of the sea runs in our distant family connections? You have my sincere thoughts again, Sue."
Sue Bywaters nee Brixey of Cheshunt, Herts, UK.

"I'm having one of my sleepless nights and put my maiden name of Brixey into the search engine and this site caught my eye. My grandfather's name was William Brixey and I imagine Billy was a William too. I am in England and I read a lot in the papers, see a lot on the news about war. I felt really touched to read that one of my distant relatives has died in the name of war just over a year ago. I didn't know Billy who sounds like a really nice guy and much too young to die so he'll be really missed. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones whom unfortunately, I don't know either. God bless, Sue Bywaters nee Brixey."
Sue Bywaters nee Brixey of Cheshunt, Herts, UK.

"Billy,
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.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!"

"Hey Brixey, I see your old suv around base and I think about you a lot. I miss you and that smile that never went away. Love Always, Elizabeth Fury"
Cpl Fury, Elizabeth of Kaneohe Bay, HI

"Well, It's Still hard not having you here with us. I think about you all the time. Those talks we had. I miss that smile of yours. You was a very Brave,honorable,proud young man who give his all. Heaven has got a Angel to be proud of. I no your looking down watching over each of us. To the rest of yall soldier men out there God be with yall I feel as if all of yall are know a part of my family as well. I will keep all of yall in my prays. I love you B. J. and I will never forget what you did. Aunt Becky"
BeckyRogers of Ferriday, La.

"Billy you was a great guy and a wonderful man. We are proud of you for what you gave to our country. You are not and will never be forgotten. I can still see you, the night you left our house for the last, you were so proud hearted, and proud that you were a marine. I loved you then and I will always love you. Your still in our heartsand on our minds every day.
Love you Maw-Maw Brixey"
Betty Brixey of Ferriday, La.

"To the Brixey family, I knew your brave and honorable son; he is a hero. We laughed over a beer or two chasing girls in Honolulu during the few days before his deploying to war. I feel privleged to meet such a sincere patriot. RIP Brixey, you are gone, but never forgotten. Thank you for defending our freedom."
Carson of Honolulu, HI

"We Will NEVER FORGET !"
Please KNOW so many people share your sadness,
and we are remembering your family in your loss and your deep grief.
Our nations HERO, Billy will be remembered by name.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Sandi Breckenridge / Montana
May we always remember: FREEDOM ISN'T FREE! "

"My dearest Billy,
It had been a few months since we saw each other last. You said you'd be home and you'd come see me. I guess I'll wait till I see you now. I will never forget you! The laughter and the tears we shared! You taught me life is too short and to live it to the fullest. I'll always remember the day on FT Hassie (sp?) beach on base. You loved your birthday gift and I loved you for being so innocent!
all my love!"
Marianne of Seattle

"Billy was my big brother here in CSSG-3. I will never forget you checking me in and the time we spent out at CAX when you taught me my job and how to be a good marine. I will always love you and you are greatly missed. I love you man."
LCpl Gerald F. Byam of MCBH, CSSG-3, Maint. Co. MTM Plt. Kaneohe Bay, HI

"Billy,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!"

"sitting here in mystate of comfort with no real problems, just the normal--and by accident i stumble on this website and is filled with unimaginable sorrow, to all the fallen heroes and their grief stricken family i am praying for you and know that things happen for a reason and it might not be clear to us as of yet but it will as time heals the wounds that has been left gashed by your loss. i hope and pray that you will find comfort in the word of the lord and know that even though i am not American (or even close to) i also see your son (and every other soldier) as a hero with the courage of a god and the heart of a lamb, strenght of a lion All the best for you, the Family Brixley, i am praying for you and i commend your son, brother, cousin ...for what he did so that others can be free and safe
Regards Alicia Jooste
14085143@sun.ac.za"
Alicia of Cape Town, south africa

"Thank you Billy Brixey, Jr., 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 the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Billy Brixey, Jr.:
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 Billy 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. Billy Brixey, Jr.:
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 Billy, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia