Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Today is Veteran's Day four years after you gave your life for our freedom. I knew your family, but you were in the service when I moved to Fairchild. I never had the chance to meet you and thank you for giving to our country. I am so sorry that your family lost you and my prayers are for you and your family. Thank you for your service and for giving your life to our country and my freedom. God bless you."
Angela Hull-Martin of Pekin IL

"Charles,
I will never forget the times spent in the back of the 5 ton. Thanks for all the good hunting talks!"
SPC Robert J Keopple HHC 1-128 INF of Wisconsin

"26 JUNE 2008

This day in 2005 will forever be etched in my memory as-well-as the memories of the other soldiers that were with Charles the day his life was robbed by the enemies of the United States. I have a great respect for the soldier that Charles had become. He was a very strong person and will always be remembered. I also have a great sorrow for his family, but they know that he was doing something that he deeply believed in and that was serving the greatest country and her people in the fight for freedom. Thank you Charles for your sacrifice and you will be remembered forever as an American Hero.

AJ"

"June 15, 2008
To the family of Spc. Charles A. Kaufman:
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

"Memorial Day 2007. I didn't know you Charles, although I served in the same battalion. I think of your sacrifice every day. I went to the Highground near Neilsville and thought of you as I drove through Fairchild.

I will never forget."
Troy Stoneberg of Altoona, WI

"My brother knew and served with you...we'll always remember your sacrifice..."
of wi

"Hey chuck, come acroos this site and thought id leave ya a message here also. we all miss ya so much bro, just isnt the same with ya gone. were all proud of you and thankyou for what ya did and love ya for how ya touched all of us. love ya man"
andrew,tony,derrick of fairchild

"Thank you Charles for your bravery and for the sacrifice you made for all of us. Bless your Mom and Dad and family who dearly miss you. We think of you often and will never forget you."
Patty luey of Tomah Wisconsin

"God Bless you. You and your family are in my prayers."
Stephanie of Augusta, WI

"To the Family of SPC Charles Kaufman:
We have constructed a memorial to the service men and women from Wisconsin and Illinois who have died in Iraq which includes, as of 8/25/05, 119 crosses and Stars of David. We would like your permission to put Charles' name on one of them. We have called our display "Arlington MidWest." It is our expression of mourning for the indescribable loss you have suffered for our country.

If you would like us to do this, please email arlingtonmidwest@yahoo.com.

We invite you to come to visit Arlington MidWest if you can. I can send you directions and some pictures by email.

"As long as we live, they too will live;
for they are now a part of us, as we remember them."
Marty Preston of Wisconsin Dells, WI

"To Charles's Family and Friends, I wish to extend my deepest condolence for your loss. Charles is a true American Hero who will always be remembered. God Bless all of you, and know that Charles is with Him now safe and at peace."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"Charles,
I know that everyone will miss you alot. I will never forget you and how you have touched my life. You have done a wonderful thing. You will always be remembered in my heart when ever i see a flag flying, a star in the night and when i look back at the memories that i have with you. I will never forget you and love you more that words could ever come close to saying."
Ashley of Wisconsin

"God's Blessings on Charles' family. Thank you is such a trivial phrase when it comes to loss of life. A true hero, Charles will not be forgotten. I am free because of exceptional people like him. Bless you, be at peace in His love."
Candy of Poynette, WI

"TO THE KAUFMAN FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. CHARLES THANK YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY. YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOUR LIFE IN VAIN. YOU REMEMBERED TODAY AS YOU WILL TOMORROW AND FOREVER; NEVER EVER TO BE FORGOTTEN. SO THANKFUL YOU HAD BEEN A MILITARY BROTHER TO OOR SON. I REALIZE NEITHER OF YOU KNEW ONE ANOTHER. STILL YOU AS SOLDIER'S WATCH OVER ONE ANOTHER. I APPRECIATE THAT AS A FATHER! NOW BOTH ARE YOU ARE TOGETHER ONCE AGAIN. YOU HAVE SERVED YOUR COUNTRY WITH HONOUR AND VALOR! CHARLES YOU HAVE TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF SO MANY. YOU IN YOUR OWN WAY MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD. AN SINCE 911, HAVE MADE AMERICA ALOT SAFER. GOD BLESS!"
LEONARD WAHL of VALLEY STREAM NY

"Thank you Charles. Thank for for your sacrifice for me and my family. I will be sure that my children know and remember the sacrifices you and so many other brave American souls made for them. To charles' family. My deepest and most heartfelt sympathies go out to you."
Timothy Wendeborn of Baltimore, Md

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

"Two weeks ago we lost our dear nephew, Lance Corporal Dustin Birch under similiar circumstances in Iraq. In the New Testament there are the parables of the Lost Coin, the Lost Sheep and the Lost Son (the prodigal). I believe these writings were included to bring comfort to those who have lost someone/something in their lives also. To assure all that everything lost - everyone lost, including your Charles - will be found once again. In Luke the Savior tells us that He "came to save that which was lost." May these words bring comfort to you - along with the knowledge that all of our prayers - and gratitude for your family's sacrifice are lasting. “These are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands it now deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we attain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed if so celestial an article
as freedom should not be highly rated.”

THE AMERICAN CRISIS
by Thomas Paine, published December 19, 1776"
Drake & Paulette Kirkham of Taylorsville, Utah

"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."
Jennifer and SSGT Larry Mays of Massillon, Ohio

"Thank you Charles Kaufman, 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 Spc. Charles Kaufman:
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 Spc. Charles Kaufman:
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