Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"Uncle Trav ,
I Just Wanted To Say That I Miss And Love You So Much . Vetrans Day Is This Upcoming Sunday And I Just Wanted To Tell You How Much I Miss You . Thank You For Fighting For Our Country's Freedom . I Love You , RIP <3"
Samantha Kendall of Sultan , Washington

"Travis (aka: Tane),
We all grew up knowing you as Travis so that is how I will address you now. There are no words to express how much you are missed in this world and how honored we all feel to have had you a part of our lives. Matt graduated this weekend, he told me he looked into the audience and felt a void when you were not there, I assured him that you were looking down that night and I was sure that you were proud of him! Some day we can all catch up again because I am confident with the loving and special soul that you had here on earth that you are waiting in heaven for your family and friends to some day join you. Thank you for everything that you gave to all you knew during your time on earth but thank you more for serving our country and the ultimate sacrifice that took you to heaven."
Katie Sargent of Athena, Oregon

"To the family of Tane. I am SSG Davis, Jerry. I served with him in Afghanistan, and let me say it was an honor. Tane always lifted spirits, and will always be missed. I think on that day alot as I am back in uniform on yet another overseas tour. I just hope that peace is in the air as you think on him, and remember him. Tane made the ultimate sacrifice, and is missed. May God Bless you all. SSG Davis, Jerry W."
Jerry Davis of Fort Hood, TX

"Re: SGT Tane Baum

Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,700 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!

Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: ps4fs@charter.net
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls"
Cozette Haggerty of Wilbraham, MA USA

"To the family of:Tane T. Baum 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"

"October 7, 2007
To the family of Sgt. Tane T. Baum:
Tane 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
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org"
Peggy of Nevada

"Travis,

Memorial Day is coming up and I've been thinking about you a lot. I'm sorry we never got a chance to catch up."
Shannon of Heppner, OR

"Tane,
I would like to say thank you to you and the other men who were on that Chinook with you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy."
Mike C of El Paso, TX

"Tane,
I miss you kiddo. The guys are all coming home tonight, and I know you won't be there in person, but I wanted to say that I love you and I miss you, and ALL of the guys feel the same. It's not going to feel right without you there to hug. We haven't, nor will we EVER, forget you. You will always be part of our group, babe. We love you. All of us. Always. Rock on, kiddo."
Mel of Pendleton

"To Tane's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Tane, you sir are a true American HERO. Thank you for all you have done for us. God Bless you Tane, and God Bless your family."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"As a mom of five young children, I am so grateful for the sacrifice of this brave solder Tane T. Baum. You are loved by many. Words can not express the emotion. He payed the ultimate price for our freedom and the freedom of so many other people who suffered under the rule of Sadaam. May God be with his family in this time of sorrow and may you find comfort in the fact that we think about Tane's sacrifice for the love of his country. May we NEVER forget! Thank you!"
jill hughes of Houston, Tx

"To The Baum Family:
I can't imagine the pain of what you are going through and I admit that I am not envious of your situation. However I am proud to say that my family member was serving in the same unit as Tane and I know that they all feel that it is not the same without his sweet spirit there. At a time of loss you really contemplate your existence, but you know that Tane was a proud soldier and was proud to serve his country and protect his family, and that is what he is still doing even now and will always do. God Bless Tane and your family always for your extreme sacrifice. I know I will never forget him and will always be appreciative"
of Pendleton Oregon, USA

"I just want to offer my sincere condolences to the family of Tane Baum. I am a good friend of Adrian and the entire Stump family. I did not know Tane, but I wanted to send some loving thoughts your way in this time of sorrow. He will be remembered in the most honorable way and for that I am grateful to him and to you for raising such a brave and proud man. It is a blessing to us all to have men like Adrian, Tane and the rest of the US Military serving our country! God Bless you and yours! You are in our prayers!"
Shelley Reed of Albany OR

"No words can really express how sorry I am to learn your son has gone to heaven along with my cousin Army Sgt. Patrick D. Stewart."
Tiffany Nahhas of Placerville, CA USA

"To Tane's Family and Friends:

On behalf of the Blanco-Caldas family, we send our sincerest condolences. We share the same loss ... the same pain. Our son returned safely from Afghanistan, only to lose his life in Iraq. Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time and we thank you for your soldier's bravery and sacrifice. Our sons are true heroes!

By His Grace,

Gloria Caldas
Proud Mother of Fallen Hero
Capt. Ernesto "The Big Ern" Blanco-Caldas
82nd Airborne, KIA Iraq 12/28/2003
San Antonio, Texas
gcaldas48@aol.com"

"TO THE BAUM FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. OUR HEART AND PRAYS ARE WITH TANE AND YOUR FAMILY. MY TEARS ARE WITH TANE AS WITH OUR SON AND ALL THE FALLEN SOLDIERS. TANE THANK YOU FOR SERVING WITH OUR SON. I REALIZE YOU TWO MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN ONE ANOTHER. STILL YOU HAD BEEN MILITARY BROTHERS. ALWAYS PROTECTING EACH OTHER. AN THAT WAS ACOMFORT FOR ME NOT TO WORRY. TANE YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY, TOMORROW AND ALWAYS! GOD BLESS!"
LEONARD WAHL of VALLEY STREAM NY

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

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