Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"November 8, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Gary B. Coleman:
Gary 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

"This was my mans i was part of his funeral RIP my prayer to your family"
Chris Hearon of Chicago,Il

"Coleman Family
I was so saddened by the loss of your son. He will always be a hero and we
were all proud of him. May God be with you. Janie and Gary , my heartfelt condolences go out to you both."
Patricia Little Howell of Pikeville , Kentucky

"Coleman's family:
It's been just over 3 years now since that night. I think about it every day of my life, and how much I miss him. He was a great man, soldier, but most of all friend. Today on Thanksgiving, I give you my thanks. Thank you for raising a true American Hero that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. I'll never forget my brother."
SSG Z of New Jersey

"God had another mission for Brent, he served well on Earth. His friendship meant so much to me in High School. Thoughts of him will remain with all who experienced his life. May God watch over us all to recognize His will."
Nirasha Gail Holcomb of Santa Barbara, California

"To the family of:Gary B. Coleman I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. My heart cries out for you in your grief and you have my thoughts and prayers. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully we will all meet in Heaven one day where we will rest in the arms of Jesus. If you need prayer or need someone to talk to, please call or write my pastor: Rev. John Pearrell 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Polly Ballew Covington,Ga"

"My name is James Berka. My brother served with Brent in Iraq and roomed with him at Fort Carson. They were great friends. I met Brent once when I went out to Fort Carson to visit. He was a very nice guy. With the exception of my brother, I consider him my direct connection to the price of this conflict. As Joel gets closer and closer to another tour in Iraq, I think more about Brent. I know how much he meant to my brother. I am thankful for him and for all the others who made such a sacrifice. I will always remember."
James P Berka of Saint Paul, MN

"I don't know if this is still active or not. My son, Joel, was Brent's room mate at Ft. Carson and was in his platoon in Iraq. Joel considered Brent his best friend. We still have the flag that the platoon placed on Brent's bunk after his death.
Joel is now with the 1st Cav in Ft. Hood and will be returning to Iraq this fall. We visited Ft. Hood in February and visited the 4th I.D. memorial there with Brent's (Gary's) name on it.
I want you to know your son remains on our minds. I hope you get this."
James L. Berka of Titonka, Iowa/jmberka@netins.net

"CPL Coleman was a great Soldier and person. Although we didn't hang out too much due to our different mission requirements, we would run into each other in the MWR bunker every once-in-a-while and spend time talking about civilian life, working out, and cars. I feel blessed to have known and served with CPL Coleman. He was the kind of person I wish everybody would have known, as I'm sure he would have touched everybody's life the way he did mine. He will always be in my memories and his family will always be in my prayers."
SGT Juan Galvez-Vargas of Wilmington, CA, U.S.A.

"He will be missed, I may not know you vey well, but I know how you are feeling,my brother was killed there too. His name is Privet Kenneth vonRonn. my heart gose out to you and your family.If you wanted to talk or write, my # is 845 744 2929. my address is 3756 r.t 52 pobox 368 walker vally n.y 12588. thank you."
Courtney vonRonn and the vonRonn family of Walker Valley N.Y

"Brent is my nephew and is deeply loved and missed. I would really appreciate anyone who served with Brent to e-mail me at www.tadog@550access.com. You know when you've lost someone (especially in this way) you want to make sure they are never forgotten and I am sure his mother would love to hear from his buddies. I understand his unit is back in Iraq and I plan to send them packages just like we did for Brent. God Bless You All."
Teresa Adkins of Pikeville, KY USA

"brother, i miss you, my life will never be the same. i thank God that i had the wonderful opportunity to know you. catfish misses you too."
tony of wenatchee

"I am hoping that someone who finds this webpage will be able to help me. I am trying to reach the family of this soldier so that I can mail them a flag that was flown in his honor in Charleston, SC. If you have any information on how to reach them please email me at emmylou9@hotmail.com. Thank you!"
Emmy of Charleston, SC

"Hello. I saw Gary in an issue of "People" magazine. I was delighted that the magazine paid tribute to those that perished instead of the usual star gossip.

I want to thank Gary for his honor, bravery and courage. I also want to say to his family I am so sorry for the loss!

God pick's his roses, and Gary is in paradise now!

He was a very attractive gentleman as well. <3

God Bless! glamgal4ever@yahoo.com"
Colleen Marie of Pittsburgh PA

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

"I was deepley hurt when i found out Gary had perrished. He was a great guy. I went to basic with him at Fort Knox. My prayers are with all of his family."
SPC James R. Wade of Hohenfels, Germany

"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. Your HERO, Gary, will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"OUR special chosen words since day one of finding this site last year...have always been......REST IN PEACE BRAVE SOLDIERS/MARINES/WARRIORS We love you and MAY GOD BLESS you each. Your loved ones are in a beautiful place called Heaven now....When you look up to the sky at night and see the brightest star...it's your hero..shining down on you.."
The Taylors USMC of NC

"Thank you Gary Coleman, 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

"Sir / Ma'am,
As I glanced through these names posted to this website, my heart broke in two, as I read of your son's passing. My prayers will be with you for the duration of my days on this earth. I hope I get to meet your son in heaven, and thank him for the service to our great nation. I am an Army Reservist and I would be proud to stand and fight for my country as your son did. May God Bless your Family."
Matt Smith of Williamsburg, KY

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