Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Chad, Merry Christmas. Missing you and wish you were here with us. You remain in our thoughts and prayers always. Thanks for looking down on us."
Josh

"Merry Christmas 2011"

"On September 11, 2001, right after the planes hit the towers...You were the first person I spoke with. Today(9/11/2011) I remember you and honor you in my heart."

"Chad, just wanted to let you know you continue to be missed. You left us way to early and I appreciate the time we spent together as friends. Look forward to the time we can see each other again. Keep smiling and looking down on us."
Josh of New York

"Another Memorial Day and swinging by because that is the way it is supposed to be. Sure wish you were still around outside of our thoughts."
William Peterson of FT Bliss, TX

"We miss you bother. R.I.P."
SFC Generalao (RET) of Killeen, TX USA

"You were a great Noncommission officer and even better friend. You was suppose to help me with my bench press so everytime I lift I think of you . Miss you man..R.I.P !!"
Graylin R. GuilloryJr. of Fort Hood ,TX

"Well I wanted to swing by and say hello. Its been kind of a bizarre 6 years since you left us so abruptly; Colonel Morrow retired and allot of the guys have moved on. I am back at Bliss and thinking about following his lead and well an issue of some Army publication had a story on Jongema. Anyway you guys are not forgotten and I sure wish you were around with that smile of yours, sure could use the pick-mu-up."
William Peterson of FT Bliss, TX

"Chad... Your memory is not forgotten brother, it is remembered every day. I can still recall our flight back into Iraq... sitting on the plane, comparing pictures @ home with our son's... oddly enough were both named Ty. The way you talked about your son and the time you spent with him... it made me envy the role you took as a father. Ty...your father loved you more than anything else on this earth, don't ever doubt that for a minute!... I didn't understand why you were to be called ahead Chad, even tho you had so much on this earth to care for. I want you to know that you were an example to me, and I live each day remembering the sacrifice you and your family made so that we may be free!!! You are NEVER FORGOTTEN!!! Everyone who has contributed to this nations freedom has a story, I am a part of yours... Thank You Chad!!"
SPC Thurston, J of CR, IA

"Merry Christmas"
Pete of Ft Bliss, TX

"I should have come here sooner. I remember the day we told the ING of your passing at the hands of cowards. CPT Elrod, SFC Sabol and I were there to accept the gift that they put together for your son. The picture they had of you with your son on your shoulders, and the other gifts they wanted your son to have. Training those boys to respect freedom was easy, watching them mourn you was hard. It was dark days patrolling with them as they remembered you and your sacrifice as we all were sadened. Hope your taking care of the ones who joined you up there, they did you proud. They fought harder, and never turned in the face of danger, just like you taught them, be proud. You contributed so much to the freedom many Iraqi's enjoy then many people know. I will miss you, and forever bow to the sacrifice you have given.
PS. Tell James and Jeremy I didn't forget them either, I posted to their walls too! You gentlemen are just too important to forget. Renegades!"
Mati of formerly FT Hood, Tx

"6 years..."

"Chad, another Memorial Day has come and it doesn't get any easier. Just wanted to let you know that I and many others are thinking of you and all who made the ultimate sacrifice. I hope you know that you will never be forgotten. I truly miss our friendship and I hope you're watching over all of us. Miss you and and wish you were here."
Josh of New York

"Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. My family have heard our stories so much, I would say they know them by heart. I wish we would have had time to do more things. With the warm up we had today I found myself really thinking of all the fishing trips we had around FT Hood. Miss you Buddy Jolly"
Dustin Jolly of Bloomington IN

"God man I miss you. Was just talking to Melissa about you on facebook and I cry everytime I come to this page. I hope your giving them hell up there in Heaven! Keep an eye on me brother!"
wes

"Thinking of you once again on this Thanksgiving day. Thank you Chad for all that you have done for our country and our family, you will always be in our hearts."
Debbie Jolly of Bloomington, indiana

"I never want to forget the sacrifices of so many young men and women. I am so proud it makes me cry. I understand in theory only that war is a part of human nature but so is love and caring. I wish I could take the families pain away but I can't. I am committed to loving ALL people, myself and our environment. I am committed to working on my happiness everyday because so many have died for my freedom to live my life. Thank you is not enough but it is all I have. All my love and respect. ogersteiner@yahoo.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEjz-wAQLSA&feature=PlayList&p=477CB1585D5551F3"
Scott Steiner of Worthington, OH USA

"Hey brother, just thought I would drop in and say hey. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and the fun we had. I wear your name on my wrist everyday, I will take that braclet to my grave. Thank you for my Nephew! Miss you brother!"
wes of Beebe, AR

"This year was the first time I woke up and didn't realize what day it was. In fact, I made it until almost 4:00."

"9/11/2009 Dear Sgt Rosenbaum, thank you for defending the USA. My nephew died alongside you in Operation Iraqi Freedom, James Price. To the family: I am sorry for your loss and also feel your pain. Their is a void in our lives that time will never heal. (Janflrn@comcast.net)"
Janet Flint of Leesburg. Fl/proudly USA

"Hey Brother just swinging by to make sure its all good, I see you are still getting messages. I am wrapping this tour in Iraq up and I think after all this time I am done. You are in my thoughts, miss you."
Peterson, William of FOB Paliwoda, Iraq

"Sgt. Rosenbaum
I miss you Sgt. you tought me everything about the cage. no one can replace a mentor like you. even though you were hard you were fair. you and James both were like family to me not a day goes by that i don't think of you both. you were someone i could talk to if i needed it and also one of the insprations of me quiting drinking it will be 2 years on the 5th aniversary of you and James death that i have been sober thank you Sgt."
Anthony S. Titsworth of Okmulgee Oklahoma

"I want to thank all of you for leaving your stories of Chad on here. I enjoyed hearing how he helped fellow soldiers. Chad was my cousin, and I adored him! One year at our family Thanksgiving, we had a contest to see who could drink the nastiest drink. They kept adding ingredients. It was between my aunt and Chad, and of course Chad won! :) I have a picture of Chad right before he drank it. He had that bright, huge mischevious grin on his face. That's the picture of him I keep in my mind. Ty and my daughter are around the same age, and it breaks my heart to think that Ty is not going to get to grow up with his Daddy. I know Chad must have a special place in heaven, and I look forward to the day we can all be together again."
Carrie of Arkansas

"As a Soldier, you learn to count on each other for strength & courage. When one of those Soldiers is taken away, the effects can be devastating. Rather than fall apart, the comrades of that fallen Soldier pull together & find strength to honor their brother in arms. This poem is dedicated to the six Soldiers of the 4th Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery "Renegades," who, while serving in Baghdad, Iraq, from 2004-2005, were lost to the war on terror but never forgotten. SGT Thomas Rosenbaum, SPC Shawn Davies, SPC Blain Ebert, SPC James Price, SPC Jeremy Regnier, and PFC Justin Yoemans, your sacrifice and memory will live in our hearts forever.

A Renegade's Home

Stuck in this desolate place all alone,
Halfway 'cross the world from a place I call home.
Day in and day out with the same group of men,
A bond none can break, nor few comprehend.
The friends that we make and the bonds that we share,
The enemy can take, but never can tear.
The freedoms we live with, cherished liberty,
They come with a price for freedom, isn't free.
No one knows this more than the Soldier himself,
The gift that we cherish is paid with his life.
Now we have lost him, there's another one gone,
But the memory of our comrade will forever live on.
No awards can be given or be placed on his chest,
Everyone knows he's a Soldier and he was one of the best.
Our wounds may heal, but our hearts still remain
Filled with the memories and mended with pain.
For there's nothing like the sound of a twenty-one-gun salute,
Or the playing of Taps that will make one go mute.
Now he's sent to a place, no longer alone,
Take the Renegade home, take him home.

Remembering you, SGT Rosenbaum, and your family on this 11th day of the 11th month."
Amy Thompson of Charlottesville, VA

"Rosey-B,
Four years gone by now, and I can't help but think about you everyday man. I've spent the past few years trying to honor you, Price and Regnier by finishing my degree.

I remember how we used to talk about college. You were so excited about the whole experience. I know you would have been a star at whatever campus you attended, both in the classroom and with the kids.

I think of you and Ty often. I think of your folks and wonder how they are doing. I send them a card every Christmas with a little something for Ty, because I know you would have done the same for Ayana.

I miss your friendship Rosey. You have been a major motivator in my life and will continue to be as long as I'm here. I know that you look down on us all and try to shield us with your wings.

You are the man old friend, and you are truly missed.

May the Lord Bless and Keep you and your family, now and forever.

See you on the other side with a copy of 'Joe Dirt' and an ice cold one."
Andy Wilson of Toledo, Ohio

"Hey man! Hows it going up in heaven? I bet it's better than down here. I just wanted to say hi and let you know that you were an awsome person and funny as hell and an even better soldier. I was always sorry to see you go. We hung out a few times and I always regret it wasn't more. I'll always remember the times at wild country. I stopped in there a year ago and it just isn' the same anymore. Well hopefully I'll see you up there if I make it. God bless you buddy!!"
Ex Spc. Mitchell Foss of Waco, Tx

"August 20, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Thomas C. Rosenbaum:
Thomas 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

"Rosenbaum, I ran into one of my old Soldiers today, in Best Buy of all places, totally random, and he told me what happened. I felt like I had been kicked in the gut. It really got me thinking, about the old days of Charlie Battery. How I hadn't kept up with anyone after I left for 91C school. I miss ya buddy, and I'm sorry you won't be around for a change reunion one day.

Brett Valentine C Btry 1/321, May 1997-Jan. 2001."

"Flag Day, Topeka, Kansas - The Reading. An incredibly moving experience. Chad - I had the honor of Reading your name, and it touched me deeply. I've been in contact with your parents and they've sent me a photo of you in your uniform and also one of your little Ty. I'll find a frame to keep the two of you together because I know you're with him and watching over him every day. Thank you for your service to our country. I truly appreciate it. God Bless."
Grace (Veterans@netzero.com) of New York

"To the family and friends of Thomas Rosenbaum: On Saturday, June 14th (Flag Day) there will be an event in Topeka, KS called The Reading. Volunteers will be reading the names of the fallen from Iraq and Afghanistan. I'll be Reading Thomas' name. Each Reader is given a page of 50 names - first name, middle initial, last name, date of death and home state. After each name a bell will toll. The event is expected to take approximately 6 hours to complete. It's important to me the family know of this event in memory of their loved one. Your loved one and friend has not been forgotten. My condolences to his family and friends"
Grace (veterans@netzero.com) of New York

"To the family and friends of Thomas Rosenbaum: On Saturday, June 14th (Flag Day) there will be an event in Topeka, KS called The Reading. Volunteers will be reading the names of the fallen from Iraq and Afghanistan. I'll be Reading Thomas' name. Each Reader is given a page of 50 names - first name, middle initial, last name, date of death and home state. After each name a bell will toll. The event is expected to take approximately 6 hours to complete. It's important to me the family know of this event in memory of their loved one. Your loved one and friend has not been forgotten. My condolences to his family and friends"
Grace (veterans@netzero,com) of New York

"To the family and friends of Thomas C. Rosenbaum: I would like to express my condolences. My name is Etoyi M. Windom and I am a warrant officer in the US Army. Before I was CW2 Windom, I was SGT Windom. I first meet Thomas C. Rosenbaum in Chemical Basic Non Commissioned Officer Course at Fort Leonard wood Missouri. Rossie is what we called him. We met and instantly became the best of friends. Rossie was a tough soldier. We admired him because he had received his master jump wings at such a young age. Rossie could run like the wind, and everyone couldn’t understand how he could push himself so far. I just found out about his unfortunate passing today from a fellow classmate. Again, I just want to say I loved Rossie like a brother and I will miss him dearly.

My phone number is 3348066707. I have pictures of Rossie is anyone would like them"
CW2 Etoyi Windom of Fort Rucker, Alabama/Coffee

"Just a hello friend, It was nice to see Jolly's post here, you guys were so tight. Anyway I wanted you to know you are in my thoughts constantly, you were a special person and are a wonderful spirit."
Peterson of Heading back to Iraq again

"Rosenbaum,

I am not to sure what to say here, I have so many different feelings running through my head. I guess I will go with the approach of smiles. I never thought I would look back and smile so big when thinking of being smoked by you and Heimroth. I always enjoyed the suspense of not knowing if you two would run into my room and start fighting me and Pfaff or making us do push ups or what ever the two of you thought of. You and Heimroth were the one’s I looked up to so much I was always so proud if anyone compared me to either one of you. I remember you getting me up early to get me ready for Airborne School because I was so awful at sit ups. I will say you are terribly missed man. …….I have a family now, a son who is 5 and a baby girl on the way. I live back in Chattanooga again and my brother, dad and I started a business together that’s about to be going pretty good. I miss you!

Dinkins
C 1/321"
Richard Dinkins of Chattanooga, TN

"Chad, I look foward in watching TY become a man. It seems we did well in keeping our friendship seperate from work. I remember in the year and a half to two years, the time we spent as room mates and how we kept it away from work, how people tried to find out who I lived with. I guess what I am trying to say thanks for everything all the trips to Austin, Dallas and all the time we spent at the lake after work. You are a leader brother and Hero above all a friend. There is not enough good I could ever say about you. When I think of you and what all we have done, it brings a smile to my face. As the time your daddy sent you that letter saying we could have fun all the time. (you go "I guess we can try") The respect you had for your family and people around you was so special. I know you were a true friend and brother. When I needed someone you were alway's there and it seemed it worked both way's. I truly cared for you like a brother, I am so happy our family's were able to become as close as they have, it's been about six months since your parents and kim was up this way, so I look forward to going to Hope soon to catch up. Zane is sure something to be proud of as a brother, I know how proud of him you are. My little girl prays every nite for you and family and still remembers pappa jack, So I have to make sure to get her back down there in just the next couple months, I never want her to forget. As for me I talk to you every nite and thank you for everything you have done as a friend brother and Hero. Dustin Jolly"
Dustin Jolly of Bloomington IN

"Another memorial day, is upon us and I sit here watching the news and listening to the debates over withdrawing and I must admit I am confused by the rhetoric as I look down this long list of my friends who have sacrificed. Many of my friends have sent me this link which brings tears to my eyes anymore and I can’t watch. I have come to these pages so many times in the past months with a sense of guilt that I have so little to say anymore. The list grows as these fine men and women do their job, a job they volunteered for and feel horrible as I walk away with nothing to write.

These were my friends, are my friends and some won’t remember me and there is one here I know I know but can’t remember him which drives me crazy. Somebody sent me a “Happy Memorial Day” wish the other day. I was at first angry but now I know that each of these individuals brought something to my life in their own way, and helped me to be the soldier I am today. One was somebody from basic training who when I saw his name and picture I was shocked. One I knew in passing and the others I knew all to well. These are my brothers and sisters, men and women who lay it down daily and many who volunteered to do what brought them to the fatal finish that placed them here for you to view.

Please don’t believe all you see in the media as fact. There are so many things being done and accomplished everyday over there that these folks thought was important enough to bring them here. These are our brothers and sisters, our family outside the biological attachments and these are our friends. Even now as I scroll down the list of names I am humbled by what they accomplished and saddened for their families, but it wasn’t a waste. I will sit quietly on a hilltop someplace this weekend and I will think about each of these individuals, and I hope that you will not give up on us, give us a chance because we will never give up on you. God Bless and take care.

http://www.youtube.com/v/ervaMPt4Ha0&autoplay=1

Bill"
SSG Peterson of Ft Bliss

"Chad,
I've been meaning to write something here in rememberance of you for some time now. Although, I talk to you everyday and miss you tremendously, it is only now I feel it is time to leave this message. As you know we have been through a lot together both concerning the Military and our civilian lives. I just want to thank you for being there when I needed your support as well as continuing to be there when I need someone to talk to. You were and still are a great soldier, father, and friend. When I read the messages left on this memorial, many from individuals I've never met, it never ceases to amaze me how much of an affect you have had on them. You always had a way to touch people and make them laugh. In any situation I find myself in that just plain sucks I think of you and can't help but smile and laugh. You are deeply missed among many and I promise that you will never be forgotten! I still am and will continue to stay in contact with your family. They are such great people and I consider them my family as well. Your parents are doing such a great job with Ty and ensuring that he remembers his Dad. Your brother is unbelievably strong and has a beautiful family that he works hard to take care of. I'm sure you are so proud, as am I of their strength. I'll continue to write to you through this memorial as time goes on. Again thanks for all the great memories. Miss you buddy!"
Joshua Heimroth, 2LT, USA of Valatie, New York

"Chad, you are truly a hero in my eyes! You promised to bring Adam home to me safely and you kept your word. You told me not to worry, that he would be fine. I wish I would of had time to get to know you better. Adam really thought a lot of you and misses you dearly! We had the honor of meeting your parents this week and your son and they are truly wonderful people. You will never be forgotten. We know now that you are an angel watching over us. God Bless you for your sacrifice and God Bless your Family!"
Megan & Adam Byrd of Fort Hood, TX

"Chad

I remember that week before we deployed drinking beer at Adam Byrd's barbecue. Afte reveryone left, it was you, Price, Adam and Meagan and my wife and myself. I just remember playing cards and joking around. That is my best memory of you and the one I chose not to forget.
There are many others since we always ran into each other in the gym, chow, or the B & C CP's. I won't every forget you. Thank you for all of our memories."
Jason: CPT, Infantry, United States Army (Former C/4-5 ADA)

"To the family of Thomas C. Rosenbaum: 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"

"Your name was dropped in my class this week in casual conversation between transition soldiers in the far corner of my classroom. I was administering a test and had to look up as the name was dropped. There had been a ceremony that day and one of my students was the guest speaker. I didn't interupt but listened as he talked about the admiration the class he spoke before had for you and the others of the 4th Battalion, 5th Air Defense. I smiled and went back to work but had to let you know it was nice to know you are remembered... I miss you and wish things were different..."
SSG Peterson, William L of El Paso, Texas

"It has taken me a while to get to the point where I check these web-sites for our fallen soldiers. I now believe they are only a small gesture to show how much they are misssed but are crucial to their memory.

I had the plesure of serving as Chad's Battalion Commander, at Ft Hood and Iraq. He was always someone that could be counted on. He died a hero. That day on the bridge was the worst day of my life, and I only wished I could have done something.

I wish only the best for his familiy and friends. I miss him and know that you miss him also.

It was my honor to have served with him."
COL Todd Morrow (Renegade 6) of Ft Bliss, Texas

"It brought tears to my eyes when i ran across this memorial, Chad was a classmate and a close friend of mine. Chad is a hero to all of us that knew him, His time here though cut short was a inspiration to all. I can't imagine the pain his family has went through and my heart goes out to you. Chad will always be in our hearts.
God Bless Chad and all the other soilders!"
Jeff Turner Class of 1997 of Little Rock, AR

"Its been two years now, and everyday I hurt thinking back to that day. Chad you were a great friend and a inspiring leader. I will never forget you. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless."
SPC Kyle Kmetetz (USA Ret.)

"God Bless buddy. Eventhough I only knew you for a short time, I will always cherish our friendship. You will be dearly missed."
SSG Robert Adams of Ft. Hood, Tx 4-5 ADA

"To all,

On this weekend of road trips, barbeques and personal time with loved ones, please take just one moment of the time you have to yourself this weekend and think of those lost, those who did their best and those who completed their service to a country that has given so many opportunities and brought forth the minor accomplishments of mankind but set a precedence for how one should treat another in the pursuit of a better way of life for all. I myself feel especially humbled by the sacrifices of friends, family and those I never knew. I apologize if this sounds political but it came from the heart and I wish you and yours a wonderful Memorial Day weekend, God Bless.

Bill Peterson"
SSG William Peterson of Ft Bliss, Texas

"Hello brother , i remember our days in BNCOC together in 2001 at Ft leonardwood. You were always wanting to learn and succeed, and we learned from each other, I didnt know u were gone until my unit returned from iraq, and it hit me hard , just wanted to tell you goodbye, im sure you are in a better place . May you rest in peace , and may we never forget.

SSG Mark A. Stewart, FT. Hood, TX"
SSG STEWART of fort hood

"Thanks for all we have shared together back in Bragg and always remember you still have friends and family who miss and still love you buddy."
Russell Brown of Schofield

"Not a day goes by that Chad isn't thought of in one way or another. Chad was and is a very important part of our family. We have so many fond memories of him and that smile once you saw it is something that will remain with you forever. I just thank God that we were able to meet such a person as Chad, and it is so special to us how our families bonded so quickly. Chad is a very special person that brought love and laughter into our hearts. Thank you so much for being there for us even though you were going through a time in your life that no parent ever wants to go through. Donna, Jackie we just want you to know that you will always be our family and that is exactly how we think of you. We look at those pictures of little Ty he looks so much like his daddy and such a strong minded little boy, he sure has a daddy to be so very proud of. A daddy that has touched so many people one way or another. We just want to say thank you again for always being there with your arms open even if it is just to talk or listen. The good Lord knew what he was doing when he made the family of Chad Rosenbaum. We love you all and will always keep in touch. God Bless you and God Bless our troops."
Debbie of Bloomington, Indiana/USA

"I wanted to let the family of SGT Rosenbaum know that we here in 4-5 ADA still think of him as he will be honored during our NCO induction ceremony 29 Sept 05."
SGM Lussier of Ft Hood, TX

"Chad, you were a great man and a great NCO. I only knew you for a few months at Fort Hood, but you made an impact. I can't believe you're gone. You will be missed."
CPT Robert Weeks of Balad, Iraq

"Just when you thought you were at your lowest he would arrive at your checkpoint with that smile that could light up your world and give a playful jab and before you knew it things weren't as bad as you had thought them to be. I was introduced to Chad out in the woods of the north side of FT Hood, and from that point on he was okay in my book. We had a chance to work hand-in-hand on more than one occasion and he was every bit the professional one would expect a soldier to be. But he was more than that, he took time to care for soldiers from every Battery in the Battalion and would lend an ear to a troubled Joe and often gave the right advice or got them going down the right path. In Iraq he took care of the soldiers of the newly developing Iraqi Army and gave them the same compassion he had demonstrated in the past for his own men. I wish I could get all somber and sad and thought I would when I started writing this, but I have done that already. I am proud of Chad and honored to have known him. He cared for every soldier and was a incredible NCO and if there only a few more like him, things would be a little less horrible in this world. I am sorry for your loss and am so very proud to say somebody did right in raising a wonderful young man that I considered a member of my family, I love him like a brother and can't imagine not ever knowing such a wonderful person. God Bless you and your family and thank you for giving us such a prized human being, I feel deeply for your loss."
SSG William Peterson of B Btry 2-6 ADA (Formally 4-5 ADA)

"Chad was a fine soldier who had a significant, positive impact on the lives of the 1st Cav soldiers with whom he served – in particular, my daughter, Kimberly Adams Rosenbaum. Our family will respect forever Chad’s ultimate sacrifice for our county – and we will never forget that Chad’s family and Kim will love and miss him forever. May God bless the Rosenbaum Family. They have faced Chad's loss with grace and honor."
Amy Egolf Bull of Wheaton, IL

"I can only imagine the pain and loss Thomas' family is experiencing. I know the apprehension and worry of daily living with a son in Iraq, and I wish no one had to ever go through either. The world will never be a better place without Thomas, but it will always be a better place because of Thomas. From all I hear he was a very special person. I wish I had been fortunate enough to meet him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Thomas will always be one of my heroes!"
Sandra Williams of Texarkana, AR

"This is for Chad. He was the father of my son and this New Years will be hard without him. I thank him from the bottom of my heart for what he did in Iraq. He was a best friend to me and everything a son could hope for. We miss you and love you always."
Beth Carlton of Hope, AR

"I give thanks to our Lord and Savior that we in America have men such as Staff Sgt. Thomas C. Rosenbaum who will serve our country with honor and are willing to give their lives for the freedom of those who are so much less fortunate than us, which live in a land where there was a person who would kill his own people just for his selfish pleasure.

Thanks to God for such men as Staff Sgt. Thomas C. Rosenbaum and the sacrifice they have made we in America have the freedoms we enjoy so much.

I pray that we in America will never get so selfish that we will not help those who live in fear for their lives as well as for the lives of their family.

I pray that God will richly bless each of his family members and friends and May God Bless America."
Bro. Jerry & Linda Smith of Nashville, Ark., Howard County

"To absent companions, and empty boots. Peace and we miss you"
C of Iraq

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

"To the family of Sgt. Rosenbaum,
Our family is also grieving a loss, of Spc James Price. They were together that fateful day. Our hearts and prayers are with you all!"
Janet Flint(James' Aunt)Janflrn@aol.com of Leesburg,Fl/USA

"To the family of Sgt. Thomas C. Rosenbaum, I want to offer my deepest condolences in these most hardest of times. I served with Thomas in C-Btry 1/321 Far (ABN) for a few years and I want you to know that Thomas Always was a hero in every sense of the word, and he was a soldier I always looked up to.He was and always will be the best. Good Bless him in heaven and your family on earth. SSRob77@aol.com"
Rob of Brooklyn, Ny

"Chad, Thank you for being brave, you truly are a Hero! We will miss you dearly but one day we shall all be together again. Thank you for your service !"
Wes of Conway

"Thank you brave soldier for sacrificing your today for my children's safer tomorrow. You have our utmost respect and gratitude. May God provide your family with comfort in their time of sorrow. May you forever rest in Heavenly peace. Neither you nor your sacrifice will be forgotten."
a grateful family in Phoenix, AZ

"May God bring peace to your family. Your loved one, Thomas died alongside our hero, my nephew, James Price. I share your sorrow and pain. One day at a time, and we will get through this most difficult time. We have our heroes in our hearts forever.
Thank you Thomas for giving the ultimate sacrifice, you will forever be remembered as the hero that your family has always known you were."
Shannon Caplinger of Atlantic Beach, FL

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

"My deepest sympathy, our family has also suffered the loss of a prescious life in this battle for freedom. May God bless you and help you through this time. Forever in our hearts a HERO Thomas C. Rosenbaum"
Amy & Aaron Monier of Waterford, MI.

"To the family and friends of Thomas. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am very sorry for your great loss. I lost my fiancee Spc Shawn Davies who was also in 4/5 ADA 1st Calvary Division on July 8, 2004 in baghdad. I hope that you may find comfort in the wonderful memories that you have of thomas that nobody can ever take away from you, may God help you through this time and ease some of your pain. Thomas's sacrifices will never be forgotten and he will always and forever be an American Hero!"
Autum Shingler ashingler09@yahoo.com of Hopewell, Pa

"God Be With You Thomas! You are a True Hero! To the Loved Ones of Thomas, you have our deepest sympathy. We KNOW the PAIN you are feeling, we lost our Son Spc. Shawn Davies on July 8 2004 in Baghdad, he was also in the 4/5 ADA 1st Caverly Division. Time does ease the pain and the hole in our hearts is full of LOVE for our Sons. God Bless and Confort You."
The Family of Spc. Shawn Davies of Aliquippa,(Hopewell Tws.) Pa. USA

"To the family and friends of Thomas, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thomas is a true hero, and will never be forgotten. Our family shares in your sorrow. We lost my brother SPC Shawn Davies on July 8, 2004. He also was in the 4th battalion, 5th Air Defense, 1st Cavlary. If you should ever need to talk please contact me at toniannp@sbcglobal.net. May God be with you at this time and until you meet with Thomas again."
Toni Peters of Concord, OH

"To Thomas' Family:
There are no words to express the sorrow we feel for your loss. May God bless you and help you through this time."
Dan and Meg Manninen of San Antonio, Texas

"To the family of Thomas,
Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Our family has also suffered the loss of a precious life in this battle for freedom. It is with pride that Thomas will always be remembered for his bravery and sacrifice he gave to our country. May God bless you during this difficult time."
The McClain family--azquail@att.net of Tucson, AZ

"To Thomas' Family and Friends:

On behalf of the Blanco-Caldas family, we send our sincerest condolences. We share the same loss ... the same pain. Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time and we thank you for your soldier's bravery and sacrifice.

Sincerely,

The Family of Capt. Ernesto M. Blanco-Caldas, 82nd Airborne
KIA Iraq 12/28/2003.
Gloria Caldas (The Big Ern's Mom) of San Antonio, TX
gloria.caldas@banksterling.com"

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