Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

Remembering the servicemembers who died in the service of their country.

Marine 1st Lt. Brandon R. Dronet

33, of Erath, Louisiana.
Dronet died when two CH-53 helicopters crashed into the Gulf of Aden in the vicinity of Ras Siyyan, northern Djibouti, while flying a training mission in the Godoria Range area. He was deployed to Djibouti as part of the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. He was assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464, Marine Air Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, II Marine Expeditionary Force, New River, North Carolina. Died on February 17, 2006.

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"Thinking of you today Brandon, It has been a lot of years since I had the pleasure of meeting you and your family

I think of you all often, and remember your service to our country.

I am proud of you and so thankful for all you have done."
Mikki Lanclos of Port Arthur, TX

"I'm working in Iraq for a contractor. My thoughts and prayers are with Brandon and all soldiers and famlies."
Corey Abshire of Henry,La. U.S.A.

"i miss you lots and lots iam 8 now i have not fronten you mom cody dustin
kourtnie we alll miss you why did you died i want to see you kiss you and hug you"
madelyn dronet of usa

"I had the pleasure of meeting Lt Dronet when I was enrolled in ROTC at Southern University with him. I can't think of a more honorable or finer Marine. He was truly one of the " Few the Proud" and he will truly be missed. Marines like Dronet are hard to come by. Thanks for your service Dronet and I will never forget you."
Tyrone and Aresa Hatter of New River Air Station NC

"i love and no body can replace you :("
madelyn dronet of la

"i miss you dad"
madelyn dronet of usa

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

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

"September 30, 2007
To the family of 1st Lt. Brandon R. Dronet. Brandon 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

"Lt. Dronet,
Sir, I would like to say thank you to you and the other service personnel who were killed in that crash 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!"

"Your family member was a hero! We thank you for your service for our freedom!
He reported for duty up in Heaven!
SEMPER FI! WE LOVE OUR DEVIL DOGS!"
Romagosa family of Lafayette, LA

"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, Brandon will be remembered by name.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Sandi Breckenridge / Montana
May we always remember: FREEDOM ISN'T FREE!
"

"Thank you Brandon Dronet, 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 1st Lt. Brandon Dronet:
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 Brandon 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 1st Lt. Brandon Dronet:
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 Brandon, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia

Honor them by remembering... Freedom - is their gift to us But his soul goes marching on