Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"To Josh and his Family,

I am a cousin to Joe Cornett who was driving the truck in front of Josh's. I know that he has had a tough time with everything that happened, but time is a great physician...as is God.

Thank you to Josh for his ultimate sacrifice and to his family, thank you for raising and influencing a GOOD man.

I saw this poem and thought it may offer you all comfort.
Fallen.

And when he reaches the Pearly Gates,
To Saint Peter he will tell,
“Another Soldier reporting sir,
I have served my time in Hell.”

-unknown

I love you and I pray for your healing and comfort."
Nancy Weber of Omaha, NE

"We were very saddened to hear that our son ( my step son / my wife Lori's son) Joshua A.Ford had been killed in Iraq. We are further saddened that it took up till Feb.2008 to learn this tragic news.
Josh died doing something he loved and was proud of. We are very proud of him and pray for all his unit members/brothers still fighting for our freedom in Iraq. We're proud of you all.

Peter and Lori Toth
Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada"
Peter Toth of Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada

"I just want to say thank you to Joshua for his ultimate sacrifice for my freedom. It will not be forgotten."
Marta of St Louis MO

"I would just like to say that Joshua was a good man and I loved him and miss him. He was a good person and he will be missed."
Crystal Williams of Sioux City, Iowa/USA

"Joshua,
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."
Mike Casey of El Paso, Texas

"To all of the family and friends of Sgt. Joshua Ford,
Thank-you for all that you have done to ensure that future generations of Americans can remain free. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours always. My kids and I say a special prayer every night for those who have fallen, and for those who remain in harms way, that God will be close always, and that time will heal the wounds of war. You have given so much, and have asked for so little in return. You have our deepest respect always, and once again, THANK-YOU for all that you do and have done to keep us free."
Marilou Holmberg of Omaha, Nebraska

"I want to thank everyone for the support of Joshua's family at this time of great saddness and also happiness as we celebrate Josh's life as well as his death. Josh had a contigious smile that made others smile. I hope that I can remember that in the years to come and smile once again."
Lonnie Ford proud father of Sgt Joshua A. Ford 9-27-85 to 7-31-06 of Pender, Nebraska U.S.A.

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