Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"November 10, 2007
To the family of Sgt. Stephen C. High:
Stephen 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

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

"To the family of: Stephen C. High 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"

"Hey SGT High, I served with you in Ft. Bragg in the winter of 2003 for MOS school. We were labeled the Boat bunnies because of our prior service. I just wanted to say that I had a great time with you watching movies and playing spades to pass the time by. My prayers are with you and your family. You are a Hero to many, including my Jarhead husband and my self. May you rest peacefully. God Bless You. Thank you for the sacrafice you made to our country. You will never be forgotten."
PFC Robin Cole (formerly Patterson) of 694th Maint. CO. North Carolina

"The selfless service and sacrifice Stephen made makes all of us who had the honor of knowing him proud. The Stephen I knew had a true servant's heart and a love for his fellow soldiers and his country. His picture now hangs on the Wall of Honor at the local VFW hall and everyone who enters this building will see Stephen's picture and be reminded of the price he paid to help keep us free. Rest with God now my brother. We shall meet again one day."
Major Tony Ivey (Retired) of Boiling Springs, SC / USA Former Co. Cdr. 114th Signal Co., 108th Signal Bn, 228th Signal Bde.

"Dear Family members,
At this important time, July 4th(2005) we want you to know we pray weekly for Gods Peace & protection for each of our troops, the leaders and you the families. May God's grace be upon you in a greater portion during this time and the days to come. God bless you & THANK YOU for your sacrifice. Phil 4:6-7"
The Swenson's of Easley, SC

"To the family and friends,

Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time and we thank you for your loved ones bravery and sacrifice. May God strengthen you from knowing that fellow Americans and people around the world care about you and grieve with you in your loss. Your loved one is a hero. Greater love have no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13.

God bless you.

Home Front Ministries
Shepherd of the Hills Church
Porter Ranch, CA""

"To Stephen'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.

Sincerely,

The Family of Capt. Ernesto M. Blanco-Caldas, 82nd Airborne
KIA Iraq 12/28/2003.
Gloria Caldas (The Big Ern's Mom) of San Antonio, TX
gloria.caldas@sbcglobal.net"

"TO THE HIGH FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. VERY SADDEN BY THE LOST OF STEPHEN AND FOR YOUR FAMILY. WE LOST OUR SON ELEVEN MONTHS AGO. AN STEPHEN HAS TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF SO MANY. IN HIS COMMUNITY, FRIENDS, NEIGHBOR'S, HIS MILITRAY FAMILY OF ENDLESS BROTHERS AND SISTERS AND HIS VERY OWN FAMILY. STEPHEN IS THE ELITE OF MOST AMERICANS. I AM SO THANKFUL TO STEPHEN FOR HIS SERVICE TO OUR GREAT COUNTRY. RAISKING HIS LIFE FOR ALL AMERICANS AND TO KEEP AFGHANISTAN AND IQAU FREE. TELLS ME THE TYPE OF SON HE WAS TO HIS FAMILY. AN AMAZING INDIDUAL FROM A SOLDIER TO AN AMERICAN HERO! AN TRUST ME ALL HIS MILTARY BROTHERS AND SISTERS HAD STEPHENS BACK. JUST AS IF OUR SON'S SERVED TOGETHER WOULD HAVE. SOLDIERS HAVE A BOND DEEPER THEN ALL REALIZE. THAT'S THE REASON AMERICA HAS THE MOST POWERFUL FORCE IN THE WORLD. FOR STEPHEN HAD AHAND IN SHAPING THAT FOR US ALL. STEPHEN WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEARTS AND ALL HIS BROTHERS & SISTERS; NOW SERVING US ON A NEW MISSION. 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, Stephen will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you ALWAYS. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

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