Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

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

"01/26/2014
No words can remove the pain of your loss. I hope you can take some measure of comfort in the gratitude of a nation. With our deepest love."
CWO Jack Burch of Kerrville, TX USA

"To the family of:Corey J. Goodnature
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""

"Oh so proud we are of COREY and all our service men and women. He has a wonderful MOM and DAD who raised him well. Corey will always be remembered."
Harlod and Janice Jensen of Ellendale, MN. U.S.A.

"Words cannot express how much I appreciate what you did for your country. Unfortunately, I am unable to determine what kind of man you were, but knowing the kids that you've raised, Shea and Brennan, it is easily distinguishable that you were a loyal, brave, and honorable man. Shea is an outstanding Soldier deployed in Afghanistan at the moment. If i had to guess, he was never prouder of his father than he is today. Again, Mr. Goodnature, I appreciate what you did in honor of your country. May your soul rest in peace and your son be safe during his deployment."
Private Patrick P. Dennison, USA of Boca Raton, FL, USA

"Corey was one of the great ones!....nothing else need be explained. I served with Corey when I was an Army Lt in 2-2 Avn from 95-96 and have many fond memories both in and out of the cockpit. Our paths crossed again when he was on a TF-160th recruiting trip to Ft. Wainwright and I was a company commander. I am now a USAF CSAR pilot and the world is too small as my brother who is a US Navy SEAL lost a friend in Lt. Michael Murphy on the same mission.
Corey my friend until we meet again God Bless and know you made a difference.
Major Carlos J. Brown"
Carlos J. Brown of Washington, DC

"I just got the word that goody was killed;I remember Corey when he was a PFC. He reported to the Special Warfare Center (Riggers) I could tell right away he was squared away and a good person! Corey and I went on a TDY mission, to Key West FL; early 90's. We had eight days to pack 10 parachutes. Which took us about an hour. After that we chartered a boat and did a days worth of deep sea fishing. Corey caught a big fish; I remember they cleaned for us, but we didn't have a place to cook it and ended up throwing it away. The next day we got on another boat and went Snorkeling. I remember us wacthing the Barracuda swiming under us; he had an underwater camera which was very shiney on his wrist. I told him to take it off before one of those bit his arm off. It was a great week for us! Shortly after that mission I left to another unit. I would see Goody once in a while here and there around Ft. Bragg. He always spoke of flying and he persued his dreams. You have to give him credit; because so many of us never do. God bless you Corey, and I pray that he watches over your family!"
SFC(Ret) Edward Lawson of Wadsworth, Ohio/ USA

"October 13, 2007
To the family of Chief Warrant Officer Corey J. Goodnature:
Corey 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

"Corey, Thank you, God Bless, never forgotten!"
T.S. of KENTUCKY

"You and I went to the Parachute Rigger course together in "92". After you left for flight school, I always looked for you in the pilot's seat whenever I jump. I imagined you piloting our jump pass, with that big grin on your face. It took me a year to catch up to you in 2002. Luckily your uncle forwarded my message to you. After my tours in OEF, I've asked everyone I knew if they had heard from you. I came across this web page dedicated to you. Thank you to the one who made this available because it's the only way I knew where you were...still in the sky without landing for fuel. My heart goes out to the friends who knew you. A special thank you to your family, for giving me a chance to call you my Friend. When I hear the sound of a distance chopper, I'll always remember you and smile."
SFC Wayne Schandelmeier of Millbury, MA

"CWO Goodnature,
Sir, 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. You didn't hesitate when your fellow servicemen were in trouble. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

"Night Stalkers Rule The Night"
160th SOAR Motto"

"To friends and family of Corey; those who knew him would say he was the easygoing lifeblood of the current situation. Corey was one of my W01’s in 1995 with his first tour as a huey driver in Korea, Charlie Company 2-2 Aviation. He was a stitch to be around and always wanted to be in the middle of everything. The quick wit and laughter that surrounded him couldn’t hide the professionalism he carried to each trooper he touched. I’m loving life was the last email I got from him in December of 03 prior my deployment to OIF I. It was a crushing blow to realize losing him due to his death at the pinnacle of his flight career with the 160th as a CW3, MH-47 driver. Corey you will be sorely missed but never forgotten. You had the uncanny ability to bring out the best in all and it was an honor to serve with you. Charlie Company 2-2 Aviation Regiment, Command Aviation Platoon. CAP Platoon 1LT Dana “jerky” Smith, CW3 Jim “what’s the book say?” Hill, CW3 Tim “who taught you to talk on the radio” Holmes, CW2 Brian “hey here’s an idea –shut up” O’Connell, CW2 Paul “thanks for telling me” Koss, CW2 Scott “fly heavy” McKenzie, CW2 Gerald “ I’ll fix it Caskey, CW2 Ken “ I ride the free bus” Gatewood, W01 Wes “can I get any more dip in my lip” Pickens, W01 Johnny “my name is Jonathan” Nabinger, W01 Manny “hey guys what’s the plan” Delacruz, SFC Kenny “ I already turned in the maintenance report “ Kieffer, SGT Torino “goose” DeGuzman, SPC Patrick ”you’re not strong” Leslie, SPC Kenny “clear right” Kelly. See you halfway down the trail."
MAJ Dana Smith of Atlanta GA

"Corey,
You were my inspiration to fly. We met in Korea in '95 when you could still fly a Huey single pilot and I worked in the motorpool. I will never forget the effort you made to give me and my soldiers a ride. Thanks dude, you will never be forgotten. Your sacrafice is respected and will always be honored."
CW2 Vernon M. Schmitz of Fort Rucker, AL

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

"One of my favorite quotes: "If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would walk right up to heaven and bring you down again." (unknown)This is a qoute that helped me cope with my grandpas death. He was a veteran, and a great man. I wish I could have met you corey, family or not I am sure you were a great man."
Tami Goodnature of Medford, Oregon

"NSDQ"

"May your heart find peace. My sincerest sympathy is sent along with many prayers during this difficult time. Corey was a TRUE HERO to us all.
Proud American and sister of SFC Marcus Muralles 160th SOAR."
Cindy Swazay of Indianapolis,IN

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

"To the Family of Corey, I wish to extend my sincere condolences to you on the loss of your Corey. Corey is a true American Hero who will always be remembered and honored. May God Bless you all, and know that Corey is in heaven right now."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"To Corey'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 GOODNATURE FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. MY PRAYS ARE WITH COREY AND YOUR FAMILY ON THIS DAY. I HAD THE SAME TEARS FOR OUR SON LAST YEAR. COREY YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOUR LIFE IN VAIN. THINGS HAPPEN FOR REASON WE MY NOT UNDERSTAND. AN YOUR'S WAS TO BE A PROFESSIONAL SOLDIER. A CALLING THAT COMES VERY FEW TO AMERICAN'S. I REALIZE, GREG HAD NOT KNOWN YOU. STILL I KNOW IN THE MILITARY FAMILY OF SISTER'S AND BROTHER'S. YOU ALL SAFEGUARD ONE ANOTHER AND EACH OTHER'S UNIT. WE ALL SUFFER THE LOST OF COREY AND ALL OUR FALLEN SOLDIER'S. THE IMPORTANT THING TO ALWAYS REMEMBER....COREY WOULDN'T HAVE WANTED ANY OTHER JOB. THEN BEING THE ELITE SOLDIER SERVING OUR COUNTRY. HE WILL BE MISSED NOT JUST BY HIS LOVING FAMILY! AN WE AS FAMILY NEED TO KEEP COREY AND ALL OUR FALLEN IN THE FRESH MINDS OF AMERICA'S. IT'S ABOUT SOMEONE'S SOMEONE! COREY IS SOMEONE TO OUR FAMILY! GOD BLESS!"
leonard t. 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, Corey will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you ALWAYS. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"Thank you Corey Goodnature, 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 Chief Warrant Officer Corey Goodnature:
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 Corey 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 Chief Warrant Officer Corey Goodnature:
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 Corey, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia