Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"May 31, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Charles A. Drier:
Charles 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

"Its been almost three years and I remember it like it was yesterday...you've never seen so many guys volunteer to go kick some * so fast...rest easy brother."
Adam Mattis of Savannah, GA

"Its awsome to see the messages left on Hear for Sgt. Drier, especially those from fellow 1-76ers, I will never forget that day, I was on the radio in the aid station, some of you may remember Patriot 29. Drier, Wallace, Fisher, I will never forget you bros.
Liberty or Death."
Josiah "Doc" O'Neil of Denver

"To Charles "Chuck Diesel" Drier's family. My heart goes out to you and everyone that has been heartbroken and lost this great man. I served with him in B 1-76 Fa at Ft Stewart and in Iraq. We were good friends and I would have greatly given my life for his . He was a good man a good friend and a great leader. I am so sorry for your loss . My god be with you.I will pray for you.I will see you again Chuck ."
Spc Kristopher Winfrey of Ft Hood Tx U.S.A.

""You are sadly missed by your daughter""
Bailie of Mi.

"My prayers are with you"
Heather V of Wyoming Mi.

"I miss you Charlie Bear. You are and will always be a hero."
Anita of GA/USA

"To the family of Sgt. Charles Drier:
Please accept my sympathy in your great loss; my prayers are with you. I am wearing a ribbon each day in honor of Sgt. Drier's heroism and sacrifice."
Richard Conser of Illinois

"To the family of:Charles A. Drier 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 heart saddens for the family of Charles "Chuck" drier. He was a super nice guy with a great smile. I went to H.S. with Chuck and I remember he was always smiling and was always nice to whomever he came across. I know that Chuck is smiling down on everyone and continues to love and hold all of you tightly."
Former USA Student of Port Huron/Sebewaing, MI

"To the family and other friends of Charles. We all loved him with all of our hearts as he did us. He will NEVER be forgotten by any of us, and will always live on in our hearts forever. We miss you everyday Charles,and we don't have any clue how to go on without you. But someday we will meet again. I can't wait. We love you always."
Melissa Dellacecca of Mundelein,IL

"May you find the comfort that only God can provide during this time. I am sorry for your loss.

Michele Carter
Sister of Gary Walters
KIA in Baghdad, 24 April 2005"

"Sgt. Drier family please accept my deepest sympathy, he will always be honored as an American hero. I can understand your pain, my nephew PFC Jeffrey Wallace was with him at the time. I guess the good Lord needed a few good soldiers in heaven and they got the best; Jeffrey, Charles, and Dustin. May god bless your family in the coming months and my you find comfort that one day we will all be reunited again."
Mike Wallace of Pekin,Il. Tazewell

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

"To the family of Sgt. Charles A. Drier: I would like to personally thank you for your sacrifice; Charles is a hero to us all and he will never be forgotten. My heart grieves for you. Our family lost my stepbrother, Lance Corporal Allan Klein, this past January. I understand how deeply this sorrow runs...may we never forget what a true HERO Charles is. May God bless you and carry you through these times."
Stephanie Lindsay of Monroe, MI

"To the family of Sgt. Drier. Thank you for your sacrifice. Please know that your loved one's ultimate sacrifice does not go unnoticed, nor will it be in vain. You are in our prayers as you face the days ahead. Our son served in Iraq for 15 months and thank God he returned home safely. Although we understand your anxiety while Charles was away, we cannot know the loss you feel today. Please know how sorry we are for your loss, but Charles is a hero and will not be forgotten. Hopefully during this time of grieving, you will also experience the sense of pride in Charles' service and his unselfish act of love for country. May God comfort you as only He can. Our deepest sympathies."
Jerry & Connie Kimbel of McBain, MI

"6/3/05 - Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the family of Sgt. Drier. For many reasons you will never celebrate another Memorial Day Weekend without tremendous sadness, yet a great sense of pride. Charles is a true hero and will go down in history as a great man who made the ultimate sacrifice for this great nation. May God give you strength to endure this most horrific painful loss.
John 15:13 Greater love than this no one has, that one lay down his life for his friends.""
Webster and Ruth Reed (Father and stepmom of Jonathan Ray Reed who died in Iraq on January 28, 2005) of Krotz Springs, Louisiana

"We are deeply sorry for your loss. America will forever honor your Hero.
The Courage, Honor, and Valor that your Hero showed will always be remembered.
We are grateful for the sacrifice that was made and we will NEVER FORGET.
God Bless your family and please know that you are not alone.
All of our prayers are with you."
SSGT Larry Mays and Jennifer Mays of Massillon, Ohio

"Thank you Charles Drier, 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 Sgt. Charles Drier:
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 Charles 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. Charles Drier:
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 Charles, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia