Fallen Heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom

"He killed my brother .My brother was 32 years old he was a captain in this ship . He has 2 child . God forgive you"
Jk of Iraq

"I served with Vince on the Peterson when he gave his life. I spent many of hours on duty days talking with him about our careers and such. He asked me to assist him when we got back from deployment on his retirement ceremony. The events of that tragic event are still fresh in my mind. Vince I considered you a friend and a shipmate. I went out on the small boats to get the rest of our crewmembers back on board. You will never be forgotten."
George of Portland, Oregon

"I am so proud of you. You are the bravest man I have ever known, and your courage has reflected upon your family. We are better people because we have loved, and have been loved by you. The sacrifice you made for the family and country you loved will never be forgotten. I carry your memory in my heart everyday. Like Steph, I look forward to the day I can talk to you again. To the day we can look back at all you have missed and smile together. Do me a big favor and give Grandpa my love. I miss you, Uncle Butch and I will love you forever."
Jessica Owen of Amory,MS/US

"Uncle Butch you were loved by the whole family, you were one of our family's role models, all the neices and nephew's adored you....I can't tell you how much you are missed but I can tell you I am extremely proud to have been your neice, your ultimate sacrifice is only a small reflection of the type of person you were...I can't wait to one day see you and grandpa again and recap on all the stories you have missed...I love you and miss you!"
Stephenie Parker Ybarra of Columbus, MS/ United States

""Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org"
Peggy Childers of Carson City, NV

"To the family of Vincent Parker. He 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 of Carson City, NV

"Vincent,
I would like to say thank 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, Texas

"Thanks for stepping forward when America needed you. To the family - Thank you for your contribution to our liberty and freedom. I'm sorry for your tremendous loss."
Ronald Carlson of Montrose, MN

"RIP SHIPMATE"

"Engineman Parker, goodbye sailor and thank you. You are my hero."
Bill of Houston, Texas

"This brave sailor died making our lives safer. He held up his hand and swore an oath. He kept that oath and was thus a real man, something so very lacking in today's society. When someone speaks of Honor, they are speaking of people like Vincent Parker."
The Estes family of Phoenix, AZ

"Thank you Vincent Parker, 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 Engineman 1st Class Vincent Parker:
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 Vincent 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 Engineman 1st Class Vincent Parker:
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 Vincent, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia