Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"I met your son in the HS weight room, preseason football training, and two a days. I still think about how powerful an athlete he was. I would see him stack up 20 plates on the leg press machine and we would just watch in awe as 15 year old Justin would bang out 1,000 pounds. On the field he was a powerhouse, and off the field perhaps little too proud at times for the rest of the guys, but a fine human being always with a smile on his face. He was well liked, and we couldn't wait to get the best of him, seemed like he was always a step ahead.

At the time, Coach Ashwell had informed us of his death. 2 months later, Ashwell died from a heart attack at 48. As i recall, coach and justin has a pretty strong bond, just a lot of respect there. If you could get ashwell's respect as a football player, a hard worker in the weight room, it was like nothing else in the world mattered. And I could tell Justin was at the top of his list.

I'm only now learning about Korengal Outpost and what young Justin was up against in that valley fresh out of basic, fresh out of highschool. One thing I am certain of, he would've made that place better.

I think a lot of us didn't enlist after Justin passed. He was just that strong and it made an impact."

"I met your son in the HS weight room, preseason football training, and two a days. I still think about how powerful an athlete he was. I would see him stack up 20 plates on the leg press machine and we would just watch in awe as 15 year old Justin would bang out 1,000 pounds. On the field he was a powerhouse, and off the field perhaps little too proud at times for the rest of the guys, but a fine human being always with a smile on his face. He was well liked, and we couldn't wait to get the best of him, seemed like he was always a step ahead.

At the time, Coach Ashwell had informed us his death was related to a training accident. 2 months later, Ashwell died from a heart attack at 48. As i recall, coach and justin has a pretty strong bond, just a lot of respect there. If you could get ashwell's respect as a football player, a hard worker in the weight room, it was like nothing else in the world mattered. And I could tell Justin was at the top of his list.

I'm only now learning about Korengal Outpost and what young Justin was up against in that valley fresh out of basic, fresh out of highschool. One thing I am certain of, he would've made that place better.

I think a lot of us didn't enlist after Justin passed. He was just that strong and it made an impact."

"Mrs paula Davis thank for your son's service I am also a single mom I would not know what do if I lost my son you will always be in my heart I yu will fine peace"
Jessica Gibson of Beverly Massachusetts

"Ranger Davis, you will never be forgotten. I will honor and remember your service till I leave this world. May you rest in peace, knowing you helped preserve the freedom of those left behind. HOOAH!"
LTC (R) Douglas McLiverty of Virginia Beach, VA

"We met last year and I have worn my "ManUp!" Bracelet ever since. Always in my thoughts and prayers. That you for your service and sacrifice."
Len of Rockville Md

"To the family of:Justin R. Davis
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""

"Justin I still remember when we sat back and would shoot the breeze down hargrave, we laughed and joked and had a good time brova, I'm soo sad that you have gone but i know your another angel, One thing about you that i truly admire is the fact that you said you was going to do something and you did it, keep a watch over all of us....peace n blessings to ur family"
L. Davis of washington, DC

"Mrs or Mr. Davis, My name is SSgt Charles Kilgore, USMC (RET)if you get this please call me 6782464613 or email ssgtcharleskilgore@yahoo.com...thank you."
charles kilgore of pinehurst, Nc

"Mrs. Davis,
Justin will always be remembered by so many people. Such a young life but he did what he loved the most, serving his country.
Thank you to all the men and women who sacrifice so much for this country.
I will never forget such a special friend to my son David. This is a special young man that I had the pleasure of knowing. I saw him and my son grow from boys to men in a short period of time.
God bless you Paula and your family. You and Justin will forever be in our hearts."
Kemberley Williams Cotton of Gaithersburg, Maryland (Flower Hill)

"Mrs. Davis,
I still have a picture of your son over my home office. While I never served with him, once again, my family and I will remember his service and his and your family's sacrifice this Memorial Day."
LTC Aquino of Potomac, MD

"To Ms. Paula and Justin,
Though I only met your son one time, he has forever left a mark on my heart. My husband was his recruiter and spoke of Justin often. He was deployed when he got the news of Justin's death. He still speaks of Justin often. We took our children to meet Justin at Arlington National Cemetary this past 9/11. We want them to know the hero Justin was and always will be to us. I was cleaning out our hall closet the other day and came across Luke's old recruiting day planner. The page that I happened to open to was the day he first met Justin. I got chills. I know that it was a day that forever changed all your lives, I want you to know that it forever changed ours too. Because of Justin, our children are free. Thank you so much for all you have sacrificed. With great love and admiration."
Birgitte Newman of Gaithersburg, MD

"Hi Justin, just thinking about you today, every year at church on memorial weekend we gather around the flag to honor our fallen hero's and every year I give Jamie a small flag in remembrence of you. On this memorial day I want to say thank you for your friendship, your love and your heroism."
Doris Mcdonald of ocean city, md

"It seems like just yesterday we were playing basketball on the monkey bars in white oak,Ill never forget your friendship you were the best friend any man could ask for. When i pray at night i talk to you and sometimes i feel like you talk back. On the way to your memorial i felt an angel with me, it continued all day long,Even tho we lived a few hours a part and didnt chill as much as we used to i still considered you my best friend and still do to this day. You are missed man more than you could ever know. Mom got me a pretty sweet compilation of pics of us when we were young and some pics of you in your army gear, and of you and your mom when you graduated. It hangs over my bed and everynight before i go to sleep i say hello,You watch over me and my family at the right hand of God. Merry Christmas Justin we all love and miss you. Ill see you in heaven brother."
jamie mcdonald of Ocean city md

"Justin, and Family,

Tomorrow marks another Veterans' Day, and while we in the service have the day off...There is never a day that goes by that I don't think about you. You truly were special and stood out from the crowd. Thank you so much for the sacrifice you made. And to Justin's family...thank you for the Sacrifice YOU gave when you let go and let Justin do what Justin had always dreamed of. I am honored to have known him."
SFC Luke Newman, Justin's Recruiter and Friend

"Justin it's so hard to believe that two years have passed since you were called to be with the Lord. I can still see you dancing like Carlton from the Fresh Prince of Bellaire series. You always would just truly make everyone laugh. Today as I celebrate and remember the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I also celebrate you. Today Dr. King would have been 80 years old. In less than ten days we will have our first African American President to take the oath of service. Justin, just as these two men have paved the way, so have you.
So to my extended family (the Davis's) thanks for sharing a wonderful young man. Justin you will always be remembered and know that the Angels in heaven are smiling upon you! Keep dancing and smiling for you are the wind beneath the wings of many!!!!!
Love ya
Angela"
Angela Hobbs-Spencer of Frederick, Maryland

"I wish I could do more on that day. All I can say is we tried our best. God is looking after you now."
PAINKILLER 01

"The KOP totally sucks."
Kris of THE KOP

"September 11, 2007
To the family of Pfc. Justin R. Davis:
Justin 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

"If you are able,
save them a place
inside of you
and save one backward glance
when you are leaving
for the places they can
no longer go.
Be not ashamed to say
you loved them,
though you may
or may not have always.
Take what they have left
and what they have taught you
with their dying
and keep it with your own.
And in that time
when men decide and feel safe
to call the war insane,
take one moment to embrace
those gentle heroes
you left behind.
"Major Michael Davis O'Donnell
1 January 1970
Dak To, Vietnam."
America has been built on the blood
of Heros and Brave Men of Honor.
Thank you for your service and my
freedom.. May God bring comfort
to your loved ones.
You shall never be forgotten by
a grateful nation.""
William Darby Taylor of Bonita Springs Florida

"Justin,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy."
Mike Casey of El Paso, Texas

"Words can not express my deepest sympathy to your family. My son too was at Fort Drum in the 10th mountain division.You are in my prayers and your son forever, along with mine , will always be in my heart!"
Rhonda Bradbury of St. Joseph, Mo., USA

"God Bless..."
Jill Desmond, widow Sgt. Dennis J Boles of Homosassa, FL USA

"Nineteen years old!
A life to live...but
There was a war to fight.
Nineteen years old...
There is a moment when...
A man need to be only a man...
A moment when our life is the life of all.
When our heart has the blood of our country...
And the hope of our childreen.
In moments like that, braves men
Die being nineteen years old."
Jeferson Turbay Braga of Curitiba, Paraná, Brasil.

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