Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Nov 2, 2003 was a bad day for us all. I was with Keelan the day before he died. He was my room mate in Hit, Iraq as instructors for the Iraqi Civil Defense Corps. I had given him a drawing of my daughter from an Iraqi soldier. He was going to c
take it home to my wife for me and then it was destroyed when he got killed. When the Iraqi soldier heard about SGT Moss death he cried and apologized on behalf of his countrymen. This is a man who had once been in Saddam's Republican Guard. That is the affect Keelan had on people's lives. Me and him were spades partners and dominoes partners. We use to get up every morning and I would play the "Star Spangled Banner" by Whitney Houston on my CD player and we would salute the American Flag hanging on the wall above my cot. He was a special kind of man . His smile and jokes would brighten your day. I miss him terribly and I will always use a SGT Moss special thst he use to say all the time. His last words to me were "That's what's up" well heaven is up and that is where you are. I LOVE YOU BROTHER!"
SSG William Mattingly of Fort Wainwright AK

"I knew him as SPC Moss. I served with him in Iraq during this tour. I remember him as an outstanding young soldier. He always preformed all of his duties with a smile. I pray that the good lord will always be watching over his family and loved ones. "Least we forget that some gave all for our freedoms.""
SSG Benjamin Dunlap of Stroud, OK

"SGT Moss, it has been years and I still reflect on our conversations while in Iraq then. I am back in Iraq now and those conversations still stick with me. You are a one of a kind hero and I will never forget you"
CSM George R. Manning of Baghdad, Iraq

"2012-05-25, It's almost Memorial Day and I can't stop thinking about all of you guys. Still kills me. You will always be remembered man, thank you for everything you sacrificed."
Stuart Hembree, was SSG Hembree of Columbus, Ohio

"Keelan, im sad today i saw you grow up from a little boy to a man, and now you are gone,God bless you! Velma im so sorry, Please know that you always have a friend."
leroy williams of Danforth, ME

"Wow where do i begin,well i must say thank you because you gave your life for our freedom. You know although your gone your never forgotten & it's funny bc sometimes I sit & think about you & I can still hear your goofy laugh & voice. I will always cherish the time that we spent together & all the memories that I hold dear to my heart & of course our son Keelan Jr. I still remember the visits when you would come home on leave as well as the phone calls. I remember one phone conversation we had when you called me crying & saying that you were scared & I told not to cry or be scared because god had your back & would protect you & we said a prayer together. You are truly missed Keelan & loved & although it hurts I know everything happens for a reason & god makes no mistakes so he knew best. K2 talks about you everyday,he packs your picture around with him,he tells all his friends about you because he is so proud of you. He misses you so much & he reminds me so much of you because he's the splitting image of in every way. I know you earned your wings & made it up there to the best place on earth & that you're smiling down on all of us so for that my heart can be at ease because I know we will all see you again so rest easy & r.i.p."
Laquesha of Spring,Tx

"Thinking about you today, Moss. A lot of time has passed but I still think about you. Your way of bringing smiles to people's faces will never be forgotten."
WO1 Reuben Newton of CRC, Korea

"SGT Moss,
When I was your Battery Commander you were one the top soldiers in unit. I have never forgotten you. I have always been proud of what you accomplished. As I help close out this mission in Iraq I know we will do so with "Success and Honor" to remember your service and sacfice to our country. You are in God's care and in my thoughts and prayers. "Rock Hard!""
MAJ Scott Pendell of Baghdad, Iraq

"Sgt. Moss its almost November 2nd, 2010. I miss you fellow soldier and I have a hard time this time of year because everyone of us became a family in Iraq depending on each other. I want to give my condolences to the Moss family. Spc. Ingram. phillipingram0320@yahoo.com"
phillip Ingram of College Station, tx

"I would like to send love to the family of a great man and a great friend. We met in Korea about 11 years ago. He is one of the coolest people i ever met. We had good times back in the day and he could makes us all laugh even on the worse days. I ran in to him again when we got back to Sill so it was just like old times. I still laugh about those times to this day. I can tell by what i've read here that he is loved and missed by alot of people and i'm proud to be one of them."
Tarikh Merrick of Los Angeles, California

"ITS BEEN 7 YRS. SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE,HOW TIME FLYS,BUT ANYWAY I JUST WAS STOPPING THRU...WE MISS YOU SO MUCH,I PUT YOUR PICS IN MY PHOTO ALBUM,I HAD TO GET THE STRENGTH TO LOOK AT YOUR FACE WITHOUT THE CRYING...I ACHIEVED THAT AND NOW I CAN SMILE AND THINK ABOUT THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD AND SHARED,THEY WERE BEAUTIFUL AND WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ME:)I LOVE YOU KE-NU-NU LOL,ALWAYS..."
MONIQUE WILLIAMS of HOUSTON

"Paying homage to one of the greatest soldiers ever to walk this earth. You are loved and still missed. I can't say enough, but I love you, cousin."
Sha Boykins of Little Rock, AR

"To the Moss Family I served in Iraq with Sgt Moss we use to talk almost everyday. The last night of his life I was coming back from the states and he was going out; We passed each other in the staging area before you board the helicopter and I told him to have fun he said I will. Less than 24hrs later he was gone. I think about my friend everyday. God bless his family."
(SFC) Ret. Vernard T. Hines of Chesapeake, Va.

"November 2, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Keelan L. Moss:
Keelan 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

"Keelan it seems like yesterday we were writing letters to each other in Iraq and planning to spend time together once we got stateside. You are truly missed. I love you, cousin."
Renishia Boykins of Little Rock, AR

"Top GUN/KingDog 1/22 HUA"
Big MO of Ft. SIll,OK

"Man it has been 5 years now man, and I still talk about you and the ones that died that day. I was a SPC..you known me as "Doc" and my memory of you is so great. We were all about to gather in this small room to watch Texas v.s Arkansas play football. All you talked about to me all day was how TExas was gonna win. Well needless to say, when it was over and Texas didnt win, you were telling everyone you knew Arkansas would win. I cant remember the connection you had with Arkansas, but that was your excuse. Man you funny, smart, and a wonderful NCO. You Rest in Peice my fellow Non-Commissioned Officer. I wear the stripes for men such as your self. See you someday in Heaven my brother! Ft. Sill was the good Ol' days....I am back in Iraq again for 15 months. GOd Bless your family!"
SSG BRIAN JALOMO of VILSECK, GERMANY

"love you laways in my heart your daughter"
marjani moss

"that was my dad and i will always lov him"
marjani moss

"that was my dad and i will always lov him"
marjani moss

"If you would like to share your insight, I can be reached at tachblue@msn.com. Thank you."
Rachel of Virginia Beach, Virginia

"To the friends and family of Keelan,

I am a college professor in Virginia and my classes are writing tributes to the men and women who have been killed in Iraq. I also wanted to offer a tribute, and I chose to honor Keelan. If any of you, who knew him well, would like to share your insight on Keelan with me, I would be truly humbled. Thank you and I am so sorry for your loss, for our country's loss."
Rachel of Virginia Beach, Virginia

"THERE IS NOT A TIME THAT I DON'T LAY ON PILLOW AND JUST CRY,I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY KEELAN,I WISH YOU WERE STILL HERE .I KNOW THAT EVERYONE WISH YOU WERE HOME HERE ON EARTH,BUT THINGS HAPPEN FOR REASON,SO IF OUR LORD TOOK YOU HE TOOK YOU FOR A REAL GOOD ONE. THINGS HAVE CHANGED,BUT I STILL KEEP IN TOUCH WITH TRAVANNA SHE COMES TO SEE WHEN SHE GETS A CHANCE. YOU REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE STILL MY HEART BUT YOU NOT HERE IN MY PRESENCE AND THAT KILLS ME THE MOST.MY CONDOLENCES GOES TO VELMA,SHE IS SO STRONG AND I WANT HER TO KNOW THAT I LOVE HER,I AM HERE."
MONIQUE WILLIAMS of HOUSTON,TX.USA

"From a former 2/5 FA "Doc" to his brother in arms: The first Graduation day from the Iraqi Civil Defense class had the students dancing in the courtyard, and you were there right beside them - the joy of the moment reflected in your smile and the students smiles as they watched you move to the music. I can see you dancing my brother - I can still see that wonderful smile and hear that addicting laugh. I remember the joy you got from the moment, and I have never forgotten the lesson you have taught me about the moments of joy that happen in this short life of ours. I know that you are still dancing and laughing and smiling - in my mind and memory - that's how it will always be. I will see you again someday - tell me a joke or a funny story so that the tears will be forgotten, okay? I'll see you then..."
HM2 Peter A. Gutierrez of Camp Lemonier, Djibouti - Horn of Africa

"Moss, I was in that helicopter to. I was in A 2/5. We've talked before. I'm sorry what happened to you. I hope to see you in heaven some day when it's my turn to go. You gave the ultimate sacrifice! In all ways, you've earned everybody's RESPECT! All of 2/5 FA BN misses you. Farewell man."
Joe Mlinar of Mustang, Oklahoma

"Keelan, you were a close, and a true dear friend of mine for nearly 4 years. I miss you so much!! All I can do now is remember all the great times we had together out in Del Valle!!!! We kept it real, and you, my friend, kept it REAL after we were seperated!! I will NEVER forget you, I am so proud of what you have done for this country! YOU are MY HERO!! To his family, Velma, and his wife Jenifer, I am truly sorry for your loss. I will always have you in my prayers!!!"
Brenda Meyers of Austin, TX.

"I Came across this site as my name is Keelan also. Sorry for your loss."
Keelan Lloyd - Jones of Sydney, NSW/Australia

"Moss

how is everything brother? you are still in my thoughts and prayers, you always will be. I will never forget that day and the pain i felt and will never be extinguished. Your family and friends love you, evidently by the flow of hello's on this page. You are with the father now and i WILL see you again one day. we can talk Army and the things we'd done in our lives. I look forward to that day, and expect to see you, Joe Nate and the guys from my unit standing at Parade Rest when I get there. Never Forgetting."
SGT Raymond H Smith of Sioux Falls, SD USA

"To the family of: Keelan L. Moss I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully, we will 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, Gateway Community Church, 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ,"
Polly Ballew of Covington,Ga

"The Moss Family,
Though we did not know you, we feel deeply for your loss. We too are a field artillery family and your loss hit us especially hard as our son is named Keelan as well. Thoughts of you and your family will always be with us and in our prayers. May God be with you and your family."
SSG Brennan Moss, Carrie Moss, Ian, Keelan, and Taryn Moss of Pinellas Park, FL (1-41 FA)

"SGT Moss was PFC Moss when I knew him. He was my soldier at Fort Sill. He died the same rank as me. I knew he would one day be my superior, unfortunately he wasn't able to reach my goal. Keelan was an outstanding soldier that I couldn't catch if I wanted to (either professionally or on the PT Test). I cried when I eard about my 2-5 FA brothers. It angered me beyond words. I wasn't with his unit then, but the loss hit me just as hard. Keelan, you will be missed and will be in my thoughts always. Goodbye Moss."
SGT Raymond H. Smith of Sioux Falls, SD, USA

"My name is SGT Stuart Hembree and I knew SGT Moss. SGT Moss help me find God and he was a good person to talk to. I remember talking to him the night before and I just want him to know he will never be forgotten. Not a day goes by when I don't think about him. I have a picture of him on my desk at work it's on the same button I wore when I got off that plane from Iraq. God Bless you buddy."
SGT Stuart Hembree of FT. Sill, OK

"Hello, I was stationed with Keelan at Fort Sill. I was devastated when I learned of his death. The thing I remember most about him is that he loved to watch movies. He introduced me to "The Best of Saturday Night Live, Adam Sandler" and I have never laughed so hard in my life. I wish the best for his friends and family."
Tara of Germany

"i was a personal friend of keelan's we also lived in the same apartment complex together for awhile we talked often and also wrote to and emailed each other but we lost contact with each other after he came home to visit from korea and i got married he was tryin to get in contact with my cousin when all of a sudden he stopped trying and we just found out through a mutual friend that he was killed on his way home to his wife we are very saddend and very hurt but i hurt more for his wife becasue she lost a good man i just want him to know if he so happens to look over my house one day that we all miss him and love him dearly and to his wife im soory for your lost and to be stong ma ma things will be better fo you and to his family my condolences go to you also..........................."
Giovanna Fossler of houston, tx usa

"i was a personal friend of keelan's we also lived in the same apartment complex together for awhile we talked often and also wrote to and emailed each other but we lost contact with each other after he came home to visit from korea and i got married he was tryin to get in contact with my cousin when all of a sudden he stopped trying and we just found out through a mutual friend that he was killed on his way home to his wife we are very saddend and very hurt but i hurt more for his wife becasue she lost a good man i just want him to know if he so happens to look over my house one day that we all miss him and love him dearly and to his wife im soory for your lost and to be stong ma ma things will be better fo you and to his family my condolences go to you also..........................."
Giovanna Fossler of houston, tx usa

"I came across this site, as my son's name is KEELAN also.
I am deeply sorry for your loss and I pray that God will take care of your husband Jennifer."
Janelle of Brisbane, Australia

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

"To Sgt Moss' Family:
Though we are strangers, we want you to know how sorry we are your Keelan was taken from you. You are in our hearts. We will never forget."
Carol & Larry Miller of Tampa, Florida (2/24/04)

"I'm so sorry to hear this.I knew Keelan because my boyfriend is station at Ft.Sill..He died a true hero.God Bless the Moss Family R.I.P.Sgt Keelan L. Moss"
Kim of Ft.Sill,ok

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

"Rest in peace brave soldier!"
Dan and Meg Manninen of San Antonio, Texas

"Jenn.
Once again I wanna thank you, your friends and family for allowing me the honor of his 1st tribute! I've been asked so much is this my lil brother I've given up....sure he's my lil brother, he was ah brother in armes and now he's my brother in spirit, You've already let me know the luv your family and you have for me, I'm just very glad I made everyone proud to know him, if only for ah brief sec.!

Semper Fi Keelan, from your new "Big Brother"

Love
Darnell M."
Darnell Metcalf of Kansas City MO

"I am a personal family friend of the Moss family his wife and i have been best friends for almost 15 years and i just want to say that the day jenifer and keelan married was one of the happiest days of her life.Keelan is a very special man with a laugh that brightened the whole room, i knew and cared for him very much he will always be a hero in my heart and everyone that knew him..Rest in peace my brother and continue to guard over jenifer and the rest of your loves ones like the angel you are..."
Pamela Burton of Lawton, Ft. Sill, Okla

"Light a candle for your soldier.

http://www.militarychapel.org/guestbook/guestbook.html"

"Though I dont know Keelan, I am sorry for you loss. My older brother Steven Conover died in the same fatal attack. Not a day goes by that I dont think of my brother. He was a hero and so was Keelan. God Bless"
Corrie Simpson of Wilmington, Ohio USA

"Our hearts go out to the family of Sgt. Keelan Moss. His is a True Heroe. Thank you."
Valdez Family of San Antonio

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