Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"A deep appreciation for your sacrifice on this day of remembrance ."
Leimbach-Glass family of Central City , NE.

"My hero, you will forever live in the minds and hearts of people, RIP."
Jose L Sanchez of San Diego, cal U.S.A

"Thank you so much for your service and sacrifice for our country. My condolences to your friends, family and fellow comrades. Fair winds and following seas."
jeffrey k. Heck USAF 82-86 of columbus ohio

"I found your son's grave today after reading about him the "Seal of Honor". God Bless you all."
Susan Hency of columbus ohio

"Shamus,
You and your crew went to the sounds of the guns to help your fellow warriors. Never asking why, you just do it because thats what we do. Most people will never hear the sounds of a battle or understand the bond that we share with or fellow warriors, our brothers- in-arms. In your short time with us you where always there and you did it the right way, as a man and as a soldier. It was a Honnor to serve with you and to be able to call you my friend."
Joseph P. Murphy of Becker, MN USA

"To the family of:Shamus O. Goare
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""

"Shamus on the 5th Anniversary of your death, I still think of you almost every day. Miss hearing from your mother about where you are. I still want to call her to see what you are doing. love u uncle george"
Uncle George of Marengo, Oh

"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"
Scott Steiner of Gahanna, OH / USA

"AL was a good friend and i just cant say enough about him... But today of all days he his missed and remembered for the true hero and a true friend he was... I miss you AL"
April of Savannah, ga

"October 13, 2007
To the family of Staff Sgt. Shamus O. Goare:
Shamus 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 of Nevada

"DOUGLAS CALL ME"
cc of LB

"Shamus,
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. When your fellow servicemen were in trouble, you didn't hesitate to go to their aid. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

"Night Stalkers Don't Quit"
160th SOAR Motto"

"As a mom of five young children, I am so grateful for the sacrifice of this brave solder Shamus O. Goare. 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 Shamus's sacrifice for the love of his country. May we NEVER forget! Thank you!"
Jill Hughes of Houston, TX

"I know your hurt and want to extend my deepest sympathies to all of you. I've been meaning to write sometime and was just now able to. I met Mr. and Mrs. Goare in Ft. Campbell and wanted to let you know what a pleasure it was meeting you. Even though I personally did not meet Shamus I feel like I know him just by having talked to you both. I am very proud of him and greatful for all he has done for us, his country. May God grant you peace and know that you can contact us anytime you need. Our prayers are with you always. mckenna_6968@yahoo.com"
Cindy Swazay of Indianapolis,IN

"May God Bless Your Family"
Dan, Cindy, Tiffany, Eric Dietz of Littleton, Colorado

"You are our hero. The quietest kid in the class, but yet you were the first to sign up for military service. While the rest of us were off finding ourselves in college, you were shipped out overseas providing us the freedom to find our calling.

And now you have gone ahead of us once again, drag racing into God's kingdom.

While others call you hero - and rightfully so - I am proud to have called you my friend and confidant."
Toby Boyce, Class of 1994 of Danville, Ohio

"To Shamus's Family, I wish to extend my deepest condolences to you on your loss of Shamus. What a fine American Hero you raised. And what a great strong name. Shamus will always be remembered and honored. May God Bless you all, and know that Shamus is looking down from heaven on you."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"To Shamus' 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 GOARE FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. SHAMUS YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY, TOMORROW AND ALWAYS. YOU WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTE. YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOU LIFE IN VAIN. MY HEART AND PRAYS ARE WITH YOU SHAMUS AND YOUR FAMILY. WE ENDURED THE TEARS WITH OUR SON LAST YEAR. AN SO THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL. HE SERVED ALONG SIDE OF YOU. FOR ALL THOSE THAT SERVE OUR MILITARY ARE SISTER'S AND BROTHER'S. YOU SHAMUS HAVE TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF SO MANY. SOME AMERICAN'S TAKE ALL THAT WE ENJOY AS AMERICAN'S. THEN WE HAVE THE VERY ELITE AMERICAN'S LIKE YOU; SHAMUS. ONE THAT NEW HIS CALL IN LIFE. TO SERVE HIS COUNTRY! THOSE HEARTS YOU TOUCHED, THOSE IN YOUR COMMUNITY, NEIGHBOR'S, FRIENDS, MILITARY SISTER'S, BROTHER'S, THOSE IN AFGHANISTAN AND YOUR LOVING FAMILY. HAVE MANY MANY FOND MEMORIES OF YOU. THAT YOUR STORY WILL BE TOLD! TO YOUR FAMILY............................LOOK INTO YOUR HEART. SHAMUS WAS EVREYTHING AND MORE. AN OBVIOUSLY, YOU PREPARED SHAMUS TO BE EVERY BIT THE PERSON HE BECAME. 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. Your HERO, Shamus will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you ALWAYS. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"Thank you Shamus Goare, 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 Staff Sgt. Shamus Goare:
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 Shamus 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 Staff Sgt. Shamus Goare:
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 Shamus, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia