Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"July 11, 2008
To the family of Pfc. William E. Thorne:
William 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

"Thorne was a good soldier and a even better man sad to see him gone it seems like it was just yesterday when i saw him off to iraq..."
SPC Goding of ft hood texas

"Thorne, you were the person that convinced me to stay in after the hernia sugery, i wanted to give up, but u talked me out of it. THANK YOU we were in the same squad in basic, you helped hold all of us together. i found out, the 1st day i got in country, and when things get rough round here, i rember the driving spirit u help me to find. I'll see you at the Green brother till then.

SCOUTS OUT!!!

PFC McDaniel aka Cake Legs

To his wife and family:
thank you for Thorne, he was one of my best friends even though i handt seen him in a while,his love for God shinned threw. im sorry for yalls loss"
PFC McDaniel of Baghdad, Iraq

"thorne, you were always a quiet dude, but i respected the hell out of you, we'll make them bleed for you. we will never forget...blackjack"
SPC. Pitch of mosul, iraq

"See you on the High Ground buddy"
PFC Smith of Ft. Hood TX

"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.
Our nations HERO, William will be remembered by name.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Sandi Breckenridge / Montana
May we always remember: FREEDOM ISN'T FREE! "

"Thorne, you were one of my best friends and companions while we were at Fort Knox. You were an inspiration to us all and the best of friends, you will never be forgotten."
PFC Anthony Schienschang of Baghdad, Iraq

"William,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrfice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

"Ready And Forward"(10th Cav Motto)"

"My name is Pfc Ryan A Douglas. I had the honor of being in the same platoon as Thorne back in basic and ait at Ft. Knox, Ky. Thorne, of all of us, you should have made it, this isnt how its supposed to happen. Your humor, your personality, your very self, the world is at a loss without you. However, heaven has gained much with your spirit singing with the angels. We miss you man.
3rd plt.
Bravo 5-15
"Blackjack""
Pfc. Ryan Douglas of Iraq

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