Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

Remembering the servicemembers who died in the service of their country.

Marine Cpl. Jason S. Clairday

21, of Camp, Arkansas.
Clairday died as result of enemy action in Al Anbar Province, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California. Died on December 12, 2004.

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"Jason, I was driving to work with my son just the other day and something came up about the war. I told him of you, your bravery, and your strength. Then just tonight we were watching a movie about the Civil War, and he was asking questions. We spoke of soldiers lost, and again I thought of you. I found a picture of you online to show him and came across this. I think of you often. You were an amazing person, so full of life. You were a friend to everyone. The world lost a bit of sunshine when you left us. I know you are dancing and celebrating in Heaven. I look forward to seeing you again some day."
Jennifer (Stephen) Brewer of Harrison, AR

"Glad that we got out there to see you this weekend bro. Thanks for the memories, can't wait to see you on the other side."
Steele

"Just had a good cry, love you man."
Lauderback of Oklahoma

"R.I.P. CPL. JASON CLAIRDAY, MY NEPHEW, MY BROTHER IN ARMS, MISS U EVERYDAY, LOVE YOU, CPL. JERRY CLAIRDAY USMC [RET.]"
JERRY CLAIRDAY of GULF SHORES AL.

"Hey I remember the last time I talked to ya at chris's before Brenda was takein u to the airport at little rock I never imagined id never see ya again I miss ya bro this world is a lot smaller without ya ill see ya again though man in those turkey woods in the sky"
Jesse Davidson of Salem AR

"ITS BEEN ALMOST 8 YRS.NOW, THE PAIN WILL NEVER GO AWAY. SOME PEOPLE ASK ME HOW AND WHEN I GOT OVER IT.I TELL THEM I WILL NEVER GET OVER LOSING MY BABY BOY, IVE JUST LEARNED TO ACCEPT AND DEAL WITH IT.I LOVE & MISS YOU SO MUCH SON. MY SON,MY HERO.LOVE,DAD.6-27-2012."
SKIP CLAIRDAY of COLORADO

"To the family of:Jason S.Clairday
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""

"Jason it is "mom" Cindy, just let you know we miss you greatly. I caught this huge fish the other day and thought I should have taken a picture like Jason did with his fish. I don't hear from your friends, but that is probably my faught, I lost all addresses. Sarah tried to marry someone but could'nt give up your name and it did'nt work out. She wants a baby so bad, all of her names she picks out includes one of yours in it somewhere, she is pregant and we think she will be able to carry this one. I don't think anyone realizes how much your death affected her. She never went for counseling and I think that would have helped, plus people in Salem gives her a hard time. You will always be in our hearts and lives forever. Some times when we are working on the farm we remember you and some the funny things that happened to you. Like when you fell off the horse. Remember to look after Sarah, and thank you for be the person that you were. I have a picture of you up in my classroom at school and every year I tell my students who you are and what a brave man you were. Love you, Cindy"
Cindy McCullough of Salem, Arkansas

"FEAR NOT THE NIGHT, FEAR THAT WHICH WALKS THE NIGHT. AND I AM THAT WHICH WALKS THE NIGHT.BUT ONLY EVIL NEED FEAR ME... AND GENTLE SOULS LIKE YOURS SLEEP SAFE IN THEIR BEDS... BECAUSE I WALK THE NIGHT. -THE DARK HORSE- ( SGT. GUTIERREZ 3/5 SNIPER WHO PROUDLY SERVED WITH JASON CLAIRDAY A.K.A. THE SQUIRREL MASTER. HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. AND AS I CONTINUE TO WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH, I SHALL FEAR NO EVIL FOR JASON CLAIRDAY WILL PROTECT ME....I LOVE YOU BROTHER S/F, AND I'LL SEE YOU WHEN I'M CALLED."
MIGUEL A GUTIERREZ of ESPANOLA, NM

"Brother, still after all this time it brings me to tears knowing that your gone. That day has been with me ever since. You were a dedicated Marine and I always looked up to you. I will see you on the other side. God bless and keep you safe."
JUSTIN RICHARDSON of Gainesville,GA

"I was thinking of you last night as I watched Marines say goodbye to their families and board the USS Pearl Harbor to head on deployment, and it broke my heart.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country. You aren't forgotten!"
With Love, Danielle Deckard of San Diego, CA

"well,it has been over 5 years since you left this earth and there is not a day goes by that I do not think about you,even sitting here writing this there are tears in my eyes and the hurt is still just as strong as it was the day that I was told that you had been killed in action,it is still hard for me to accept that you are gone.As hard as the hurt and pain is to deal with now that you are gone,I have the wonderful memories that we shared as we was growing up,it is a miracle that your dad and my mom didn't ring our necks with some of the stunts that we use to pull as we was growing up.Jason,I want you to know that you are my hero,you paid the ultimite price for what you believed in and you are greatly missed by all those who knew and loved you,you touched the lives of so many people in your short time here on earth and your memory lives on in the hearts of those of us left behind.I live each day with the knowledge that even though you are no longer here on this earth with us,that you are in Heaven watching over each and every person who loves and misses you and I know that one day we will meet again in Heaven my little brother.You are loved and missed SO Very much and I look forward to the day that we can be together again.Love you little brother,you are my HERO!"
Danny Johnson of Louisville,Kentucky

"Jason, I don't know where to began. You were onE of my closest friends while together those couple years at fast co. together. The way you would light up a room with that smile, your dancing needed some work though. You will always be remembered as such an amazing person, so quick to put others first before yourself. I Have countless memories and laughs we shared together. I love you brother. You will always remain in my heart. We lost a good man here on earth, but heaven gained so much with your presence. Vito "CASO" Casolari."
Vito Casolari of Las Vegas, NV

"hey jayson its brandon.... i miss you so much cousin i love you with all my heart wish u were here so i could have spent more time with you before you left the earth but u are gone for a reason... i love you so much hope to see you again someday when i die... i love and miss you"
brandon curtiss lucas of clutier, iowa

"“God of our fathers, who by land and sea have ever lead us to victory, please continue your inspiring guidance in this the greatest of all conflicts. Strengthen my soul so that the weakening instinct of self-preservation, which besets all of us in battle, shall not blind me to my duty to my own manhood, to the glory of my calling, and to my responsibility to my fellow soldiers. Grant to our armed forces that disciplined valor and mutual confidence which insures success in war. Let me not mourn for the men who have died fighting, but rather let me be glad that such heroes have lived. If it be my lot to die, let me do so with courage and honor in a manner which will bring the greatest harm to the enemy, and please, oh Lord, protect and guide those I shall leave behind. Give us the victory, Lord.”
- General George S. Patton


On this day, I ask that you take a moment to remember our Fallen Warriors. Remember their families, for this day must be especially hard for them. Pray that they may have comfort and peace in their hearts.

Semper Fidelis
Sergeant Jason Arellano
3/5 Get Some"
Sergeant Jason Arellano, jason@resolutiongear.com of Springfield, MO

"hey jason tomorrow will make it the 5th year since u left earth... and i miss u and think of u all the time... i wish u were here i wish i could send u a graduation invitation and a senior picture... i miss you jason and i cant wait to see you again i love you verry much"
Brianna Lucas of Belle Plaine IA

"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

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEjz-wAQLSA&feature=PlayList&p=477CB1585D5551F3"
Scott Steiner of Worthington, OH USA

"Jason, thank you for the great memories you have left me. i think of you so often. you are forever in my heart. tomorrow will be veterans day and i will think of you so many times. i love you cuz."
Stacey Lucas of Clutier, IA

"Jason, It's been going on 5 years now since you left us. There is still not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I miss you so much!! I miss getting to talk to you I miss everything about you! If I was ever having a rough time with anything you were always there to help me through it. You are always in my heart! I love you & miss you very much!"
Cassidy of Decatur, AL

"”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Mothers of our heroes, please be aware that the Project Compassion sponsors will now help cover the costs of the portraits for you to have one - regardless if the spouse of the hero has one or not!
Contact us directly at PSpec. Adriana N. Salem
rojectcompassion@manti.com or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Project Compassion
P.O. Box 153
Manti, Utah 84642"
Project Compassion - Kenna of Manti, Utah USA

"”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,660 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at Projectcompassion@manti.com or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna"
Project Compassion - Kenna of Manti, Utah USA

"Jason - Even still I think of you so often. You were such a wonderful, friend, person, and Christian. I know the love you had for the Lord, and so I am at peace knowing you're with Him now. You were so brave for what you did that fateful day, and all who knew you are so very very proud. We love and miss you!"
A good friend

"Hey cu its bianna again just wanted to tell you i still miss you bdly i think about you all the time i love you and cant wit till i c you again <3 love you"
Brianna Lucas of Iowa

"missing you as always. keeping your memory alive. some days i dont know how it can be true. even after more than 4 years. the pain will never go away."
aunt connie of thayer mo

""On May 23, 2009 I did a 4 mile memorial walk in honor of Cpl. Christopher G. Scherer of E. Northport NY. a US Marine who was killed in Iraq on July 21, 2007. On my number bib were the names of 3 other fallen marines. Cpl. Jason Scot Clairday was one of them. It was my honor and privilege to walk in his honor. Thank you Jason for your sacrifice you are not forgotten. I am the mother of a marine serving in Afghanistan and my thoughts and prayers are with Jason's family. Thank you for your sacrifice.""
Fran Imbasciani of Ronkonkoma, NY, USA

"Jason,
I think about you often and when I do there are nothing but good memories of you. I remember those days in Fast with you, heck even BSG before we went there, even New port News when you would come hang out with me up on oscar one in the freezing cold. I looked up to you so much, you were my best man in my wedding. I remember so many great times you and I had together and when we went to 3/5 you and I went our seperate way to different companies. When that horrible day came that knowone can ever forget I lost something and it's something that I talk about a lot, that was a great friend. You will be forever missed bro....."
Mike Lauderback of Jacksonville, NC

"Jason, It is December 28, 2008. We all still miss you so much. There isn't a day that goes by that something will remind us of you. We all loved you so much and I don't think we will ever get over the hurt of you being gone. Sometimes I look at Sarah and wonder if I'll ever see her smile a smile that comes from deep inside. She puts on a "big cover" but she still has a long way to go. I know she misses you everyday and wonders if she'll ever find anyone that will make her happy again. Jody is always saying how much she misses you also. She really had a hard time but is doing much better now. We all miss you. Sometimes it seems all like a dream. I know you are in heaven looking down and I hope that there are times that we make you burst out with laughter. We all hope to see you someday in heaven. Sending our love your way."
Cindy of Salem,Ar

"Hey Cuz, its Brianna i miss you. i think about you ALL the time. I know your in heaven watching over me but I still miss you, I never got to say bye...I wish i could see you again just talk to you its hard to believe that the last time i got to talk to you was the day you left and called to wish me a happy birthday...i love you so much Jason...."
Brianna Lucas of Clutier Iowa

"Four years later I still run across the image of Clairday's smiling face...its odd that he shows up and makes me smile to this day. I ran across his picture in the ASU library just last week and stood there and thought of all the great times we had. I am so thankful that he has stayed this ingrained in my memory. He was an awesome man and is missed by not only me, but many!"
Amber G. of Jonesboro, AR

"November 10, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Jason S. Clairday:
Jason 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

"Clairday-
I miss you buddy. I think of December 12th on a daily basis. In the short amount of time that I knew you, I saw a fine young man. I saw a great Marine. I know your family is proud of you. We laughed just a few minutes before the world seemed to come to a stand still. I saw you up on that roof top engaging the enemy. I remember yelling at you, "where are they at Clairday"! You pointed and continued to fight! I went on to do what I could dealing with other enemy insurgents. That would be the last time that I would see you. Later that day, I was also shot and hit with a grenade. After being evacuated, having one of many surgeries and coming too, I learned that you and other brothers in arms had been killed. I layed there, closed my eyes and wept. My heart goes out to your family. I talked to your mom a couple of times during the holidays, it has been awhile since I have talked to her. Forgive me for that. I did meet your aunt in Arkansas and was able to visit you. I will continue to pray for your family. I will pray that the Lord God Almighty would give them peace. It was a pleasure to have met and serve with you. I am speaking to an assembly of Junior High Students on Veterans Day, they will know who Jason Scott Clairday was. They will know that you fought and died for your country so that we could live in a Country that is Free. It will be a glorious day when we can all dance and rejoice in Heaven. God Bless you and your Family.
Semper Fidelis!"
Sergeant Jason Arellano, jason@resolutiongear.com of Springfield, Missouri

"TO THE FAMILY OF JASON, MY BROTHER SERVED WITH YOUR SON IN IRAQ,HE ALSO DIED WITH YOUR SON HIS NAME IS HILARIO.F.LOPEZ THEY TO WERE CLOSE FRIENDS,I FEEL THE SAME PAIN THAT YOU DO,EVEN THO THEY ARENT HERE,THEY ARE ALWAYS IN ARE HEARTS AND THOUGHTS EVERYDAY,IM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST,WE WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN ARE PRAYERS,YOU ARE NOT ALONE,WE ARE FAMILY ALSO,AGAIN IM TRUELY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST......THE LOPEZ FAMILY S/F ALWAYS"
TIMOTHY F LOPEZ of INGLESIDE TX

"TO THE FAMILY OF JASON, MY BROTHER SERVED WITH YOUR SON IN IRAQ,HE ALSO DIED WITH YOUR SON HIS NAME IS HILARIO.F.LOPEZ THEY TO WERE CLOSE FRIENDS,I FEEL THE SAME PAIN THAT YOU DO,EVEN THO THEY ARENT HERE,THEY ARE ALWAYS IN ARE HEARTS AND THOUGHTS EVERYDAY,IM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST,WE WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN ARE PRAYERS,YOU ARE NOT ALONE,WE ARE FAMILY ALSO,AGAIN IM TRUELY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST......THE LOPEZ FAMILY S/F ALWAYS"
TIMOTHY F LOPEZ of INGLESIDE TX

"cuz,
i remember that little kid with the smile. Jason you are my hero. if my son becomes half the man you were than i will be a lucky father. I will never forget you little cousin.
love mike"
Mike Clairday of Springfield, MO.

"Jason,
I've been to this website many of times and tried to write you but never have been able to cuz i just bust into tears. You made everything in Salem feel like home and now when we walk down the streets it's like a broken home. We love you and always will. You were our best friend and one could never ask for a better friend then you. We love you bubba uour our HERO"
TIFF of Sturkie, AR

"Hey Jason, ill never forget you or how you let me borrow you car a million times, or that time you me Caso, Cleary and Reynolds all went to DC and I saw you get that tattoo on your back in Gorgetown because the studio I went to was closed. Ill never forget seeing that tattoo on Dec 12, 2004 and feeling my heart sink as we tried our damnedest to bring you back to us. Ill see you at the Gates, Brother. Also, sorry for arguing with you in Newport News during your CQB class, I was just tired man. Sorry about that. Thank You Jason. I love you man. 1F2 will always have you with us."
Sgt. Stephen Kephart of 1/4 Alpha Co.

"" Jason, there Isn't a day that goes by that I dont think of you. You were an inspiration to many and leader for many to aspire to. I often reflect on the conversations we had and the ones that leave the deepest impressions are of you telling me about all your hunting adventures, everything from setting up the traps to cleaning those damn beavers. I can still see the joy that it brought to your face I still laugh about that. Lets not forget about the scene in the movie "Three Kings" where the soldier reflects back to his youth shooting a shotgun hitting targets in his backyard. That was all you brother. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers, until we meet again brother."
Justin Bernatz of Belle Plaine, Mn

"hey buddy, i miss you all the time man. me and clairiday were in fast company together. we had some good times. he was an excellent marine and a awesome friend. i remember the day i got baptised in iraq and he was standing in the crowd with his harms crossed and smiling at me. ive seen you in my dreams sometimes brother, not sure why but, ill see you again another day."
keith arguelles of mcas san diego ca

"Jason, fair seas and following winds my brother. May you rest in peace. Your fellow Marines will carry on from here."
A fellow Marine of Toledo, Ohio

"You can't take this pain away. nothing any one can do either. i never had the chance to tell Jason's family i am sorry for their loss, though i wish i could have. i never really knew Jason very well, but i did see him around when he was in high school. from what i heard of him he was a good man. it was very devistating to me when i heard what happened. it's still not so easy to believe he's not hear any more. i couldn't be there when he was layed to rest. i had only been in the service for 5 mon. when Jason died. i feel like i owe him for not being there to give my last respects to him. it's for him and the rest of our families who have fallen that i dedicated my time in the service, so that i can be apart of the help to end this war so that all this wasn't in vain. wish i could have known you better. June 9,2007"
AD3 Roger W. Cunningham of Naval Base Norfolk Virginia

"GOD Bless this Marines family. Because of men like him we live in Freedom.
Thankyou"
Daniel Hildoer of Dania Beach,FLORIDA

"God Bless Jason and his family. Because of him and many others I enjoy my freedom. FEL"
FEL of Missouri

"His resting place shall be in the Garden of Eden.
Therefore, the Master of mercy will care for him
under the protection of His wings for all time
And bind his soul in the bond of everlasting life.
God is his inheritance and he will rest in peace
and let us say Amen."
Linda Gonzalez of Miami, Florida USA

"Jason was 6 years old when he and his brothers entered my life.With a new husband and 5 boys sometimes things got a little rough but Jason was the peacemaker. He was the one that I could count on for the truth.And he would even 'fess up if it was him!My last visit with him was on Easter'04.We talked of the past and the future.He told me of the great time he had in Spain.He talked of Iraq and the need for us to be there,he was a good soldier.He had the same smile at 20 that he had at 6.He was always happy to be in Camp Arkansas.When he knew that we were going to sell the house and divorce it affected him as much as it did his father and me!!He wanted us to let him buy the house when he grew up.Now and for always he will be in Camp,the place he always loved.Jason also has 2 older(ex) step-brothers Johnny Johnson and Danny Johnson who morn the loss of a brother and a nephew JD Major (11)who remembers an uncle who played with him and helped him hunt Easter eggs.Jason's memory sustains us all.Jason's short life touched us all and his death changed us forever.God's will be done, on earth, as it is in heaven."
Donna Clairday of Thayer Missouri

"God bless them all for their courage and sacrifice. Jason will always be remembered and loved for his heart, care for others, and unselfishness in all he did. I loved him for his friendship. Rest In Peace!"
Carmen Smith of Salem, Ar

"It has been a little over a year since Jason left us. He is an inspiration to many and is loved by all. I have the upmost respect for this young Marine. He grabbed life by the horns and held on for all he was worth. I dedicate this poem to him.

Invictus (unconquered)
by: William Ernest Henley(1849-1903)

Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find me, unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate;
I am the captain of my soul.

Semper Fi Jason
Lest We Forget"
Luke Harber of Salem, Arkansas

"cant stop thinking of you today. visions of you as a baby and young boy keep flooding my mind. i know you were a man the last time i saw you. but, visions of you looking out the window of your house when you were a boy, you running to the car to hug and kiss me. going to the park swimming roller skating, playing with you and your brothers. laughing till our sides hurt. i cant belive that boy is gone. my heart is broken. the last day we were together sitting in the garden in california, we talked about everything, you surfing, the faire ,family, everything we talked about. those eyes, that smile, the hug, even though i knew you were a man, they were still the same as that little boy. we discovered we had so much in commom, so many similarities. then the last phone call,the way you said i loveyou, the way you said goodbye. i knew. how could this boy that i changed his diapers, babysat him, made him a peanut butter and jelly sandwich be going away. you are my hero. my one and only hero. i am greatful for all the time we spent together in our lives. thank you for everything jason. i will see you one day. i love you, aunt connie clairday-johnston tccflowerpeople@yahoo.com"
connie clairday-johnston of thayer mo

"10/17/06 im missing you today. i feel you in my heart. although my heart is hurting. my sweet nephew, some day we will meet again. i love you"
connie clairday johnston of thayer , mo

"To Family and Friends
It is with respect that I pass this way in memory of his loss.
Semper Fideles"
Stewart Resmer of Santa Monica, California

"Jason,
I visit your grave often-even though I know that you are not there. I remember you committing your life to Jesus Christ and Baptizing you at First Baptist Church in Salem. I remember your smile, your laugh, your love. I feel your embrace, your warm tears as we hugged and said good-bye, your handshake and your words; "I will see you in the Spring."
That Spring has not yet arrived--I am stuck in December--the day your life was taken from us was one of the hardest of my life. I know we will meet again in Heaven, however, daily I experience a deep loss for not being able to see, hear, and feel you in Salem or in our worship services.
Jason, you were brave and noble and for that I am proud of you. We placed a leaf on the tree of life for you in our foryer.
I miss you and love you.

Your friend and pastor"
John Hodges of Salem, Arkansas

"Jason,
I think of you and the good times we spent together everyday. Your a leader of leaders. Your one of the best Marines I've ever known. You always put others before yourself. I pray everyday that I will see you again. Until then my brother!
SGT Williamson, Colby"
SGT Williamson, Colby of College Station, TX

"Jason,
Miss you brother. A day doesnt pass that i don't think about you and all the things we did together. You were taken from us all too soon. But dont worry, Marine, I, and all the other warriors fortunate enough to fight alongside you will always remember you. I'm sure you know this, but we are all still here, fighting the fight that you died to help win, and we will not let your sacrifice be in vain. We will prevail over the evil that took you from us. Godspeed, my friend, I'll see you again soon."
Cpl Heath Mitchell (ret..) of Fayetteville, AR

"Miss you brother, wish you were here, still remember sitting around spain talking about what the future held. You live through us man and will never be forgotten."
britt of atlanta ga

"In your honor and with gratitude to you, Jason Scot Clairday, I’ve planted a daffodil in your name, as have others across the United States as part of Project LIVE ON, a not-for-profit program founded to memorialize each U. S. military who has died in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Thousands of beautiful daffodils across the country will come up each Spring, and, like your Spirit, will LIVE ON...and ON. Blessings to you, the family, as you grieve, and heal. For details, contact projectliveon@aol.com. Jan. 23, 2006."
Gretchen Forbes of the northcentral mountains of Pennsylvania

"I have planted a daffodil for you Jason along with 49 more bulbs to represent other soldiers who were killed in Iraq. Your flower will be seen every year and sacrifice remembered. Projectliveon@aol.com"
Ruth Anderson of Mountain View , California

"jason i never served with a better marine it has been a little over a year since we last talked, and i think about you and your family evryday. you will always be missed and rembered. semper fi"
steve of ca

"During World War II, another trying time in our nation’s history, President Franklin Roosevelt eulogized a fallen American solider by saying, “He stands in the unbroken line of patriots who have dared to die [that] freedom might live, and grow, and increase its blessings. Freedom lives, and through it he lives--in a way that humbles the undertakings of most men.”

Jason,
I just caim across this quote today and had to post it for you. You have been gone for nearly a year now, but it still seems like it can't be true. I miss you very much. Please watch over Sarah. She needs you a lot right now. Put in a good word for me with the man upstairs."

"Jason,
i have went to this website about a hundred times. i never could even type. i would just bust into tears, as i am doing now. i miss you more everyday. i thought it would be easier as the days past. but it is just harder. i just keep telling myself you are still over in iraq. you will come home to me soon. it just feels like a dream. i miss your smile. i miss all our laughs and long talks. i mostly just miss you holding me telling me you will be back soonnot to worry. i am pretty much just lost with out you. you were what made me whole. you better be watching after me up there. god knows i need it. i love you baby...i will see you in heaven...

love you,
your Babydoll"

"TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF JASON CLAIRDAY,FROM WHAT I USED TO HERE FROM MY BROTHER LCPL HILARIO F. LOPEZ THAT HE WAS A GREAT GUY,AND ALSO A GREAT LEADER.MY BROTHER USE TO TELL ME THAT WHEN IT WAS TIME FOR INSPECTION THAT CLAIRDAY WOULD GIVE HIM THE THINGS HE NEEDED.AND HE ALWAYS LOOKED AFTER MY HIM.IT SO SAD THE CLAIRDAY AND MY BROTHER LOST THERE LIVES THE SAME DAY AT THE SAME PLACE.I KNOW WHAT THE FAMILY GOING THROUGH.JASON I THANK YOU SO MUCH.YOU AND MY BROTHER LOPEZ ARE NOW GUARDING THE GATES OF HEAVEN FROM ALL EVIL.YOU ARE ALSO MY HEROE."
TIMOTHY.F.LOPEZ of INGLESIDE,TX

"It was hard for me to beleive that Cpl Jason S. Clarirday had been one of the fallen marines in my unit .I knew him from when we were in FAST CO in Virginia he was a great leader and took care of his marines he was one of my fire team leaders who I respect so much ,my respect go to his family and friends I had the honor of fighting with through my marine corps career ,He is now protecting the street of Heaven he will never be forgoten ."
Lcpl Jose A. Flores of Dallas,Tx /USA

"Jason - you're my 3rd cousin of whom i've never met. The family is proud that you served us well. We will never forget the price you paid for us. Thank you."
Christina Owen-Clairday of Houston, Tx

"Corporal Clairday, goodbye soldier and thank you. You are my hero."
Bill of Houston, Texas

"Dear Jason I did not know you but, I now know someone who loves you very much. I thank you from one marine to another for the job that you did. One of these days I will get to meet you untill then I will keep my promise to you and take care of her."
Semper Fi of Arkansas

"Jason, I wish we could have got to know eachother. Its a shame that such a good man has lose his life. But the cause that you fought for are the worthiest of causes; our freedom. And I fight for them as well. Semper Fi Marine, Heaven needs MSG too."
Cpl Kevin Clairday-USMC of Searcy Arkansas

"I knew Jason for my entire time in the marine corps. We were good friends, and kept in touch. I can't believe he is gone. I was in Fallujah that day, but with a different unit. I didn't even know he had passed away until the operation had ended, and I talked with a friend that also knew him. I send my condolences to all family and friends that also knew him as I did. A man, a friend, and a brother. He will be missed greatly."
Cpl. Nathan Couey 1/3 B. Co. 2nd Plt of Iraq

"Jason,I miss you so much... a day doesn't go by in my life when I don't think of you. You were a true friend when I needed you and you were my hero. I miss you so much Chipper,and I'll always remember the good times. I only knew Jason for 2 years and met him in my hometown, but he touched my life. He was inspirational and an amazing guy. If you looked up "Hero and Friend" in the dictionary, his picture would be right there. I can't believe he's really gone.
Allie Vaisvil
preppygirl22002@yahoo.com"
Allie Vaisvil of Delta,CO, USA

"To the family and friends of Jason:
Today in Portland Oregon we held a service to remember all of the soldiers who have died in Iraq serving our country. I was given Jason's name and will pray for all who loved and miss him. Though we never met, please accept my gratitude for the sacrifice he made on behalf of our country, and know that he, and you, are thought of even across the country.
God's peace be with you,
Sincerely,"
Donna Schuurman of Portland, Oregon

"Jason, I cannot imagine life without you in it. As Sarah's best friend I will do all I can to see that she is taken care of. I cannot express how much it means to me that you would give your life and future up for such a cause. The Lord blessed us all with your presence. You will be missed. Sarah has a long road ahead of her, I am saddened that you won't be traveling that road with her. Your smile and zest for life won't soon be forgotten. Seeing us on the screen singing "It's Shouting Time In Heaven" made me realize how precious life is and how great our eternal home will be. I love you!"
Jennifer Crawford of Camp, AR

"My heart goes out to you; Brandi, Heather, Brenda and Rodney, Chris, and Sarah. I have kept Jason in my thoughts and prayers since he was deployed to Iraq, and that will not change. He was a great friend and a blessing just to have known. He will remain in my heart forever. My memories of him are so vivid that I can't believe that he is actually gone, but I take comfort in knowing that he is in Heaven. All of his friends and family will remain in my prayers."
Amanda Frazier of Salem, AR

"Jason, my HERO, my BROTHER, thank you for everything that you have given me,laughs, cries,love,and fighting for our freedom!! You are missed so deeply and there is not a day go by that I don't think about you!!! Altho you have gone to be with God you are always in my heart!!!! Your smile I can still see and that helps me to go on. Until I see you in Heaven you are here in my heart I love you BUB and you are missed everyday!!!!"
Brandy Sutherland of salem,Ar

"Jason was my best friend and I will miss him so much. Anyone that knew Jason knew that his smile could light up the whole world and his laugh could make anyone happy. He was an excellent young man and was so proud to be a Marine serving his country. I will miss all of the talks and moments that Jason and I shared together but will have to be patient until we see each other again. He was such a good Christian and will live on in the hearts of many as a HERO..... especially MINE!! Jason would want us all to pray for all the troops that are still over in Iraq and their families. I Love You Jason!!!!"

"Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers. I wish that everyone of you could have met Jason. He was a good Christian man that loved everyone and everything. We have not yet begun to heal, but to know that so many care is a great comfort. Please keep all of our boys in your prayers. Thanks again, Jason's mom."
Brenda Sutherland of Salem, Arkansas

"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, Jason, will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you ALWAYS. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"There are no words to express the sorrow we feel for your loss. May God bless you and help you through this time."
Dan and Meg Manninen of San Antonio, Texas

"Thank You Jason for the gift of freedom you have defended for us all. God Bless you. A grateful American family"
The Shaw Family of Pasadena, Maryland

"To the family and friends of Corportal Jason S. Clairday,

Those we hold most dear, never truly leave us. May you find comfort in love's everlasting connection.

In the Support section of this web site you will find links to many groups that support you at this crucial time. The Marine Comfort Quilt group would be honored to send a quilt to the next of kin. There are many, loving and caring Americans from all over the United States that will never forget the sacrifice that your loved one has made for our Freedom. Please use our link and register so we can send you our "Love Stitched Together."

Proud Marine Mom and Proud Member of Marine Comfort Quilts"
Sandra Moudy of Placentia, Ca USA

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

Honor them by remembering... Freedom - is their gift to us But his soul goes marching on