Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"To the family of:Lucas A. Frantz
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""

"To the family of CPL Lucas Frantz,
Always remember Lucas gave his life,so that I had the freedom to choose to carry on his fight."
PFC Tonia Frantz of Kuwait,Iraq(orlando,fl)

"I will remember you during our broomball games. you were the goalie and i was defense. our team sucked the only game we won was from forfeit! i blame our offense Haha. I remember playing with you and you never quit. the day you died was the most sad day i had in iraq. i cried in my brothers arms. i know that you will be remembered by all of alpha company"
panzy of raleigh, nc

"August 31, 2008
To the family of Spc. Lucas A. Frantz:
Lucas 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

"Dear Family of Lucas Frantz:
To honor the Kansas soldiers who have lost their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan and their families,the professional portrait artists of the Grateful Hearts Project are offering to paint a portrait of the individual soldier for his family.

these 16"x20" original portraits are being offered completely free of charge in recognition of the sacrificies made by these brave soldiers and in condolence for their families loss.
Please email us at gratefulheartsproj@sbcglobal.net for more information.
Sincerely;
The artists of Grateful Hearts"
J.Gragg of Lee's Summit,Mo.

"Lucas,

I have grown more familiar with this site that I want to be. Someone that was related to the man I love is listed on this site.

I often wonder what you looked like before you died. My memories of you when you were small and you used to ride with my family on the way to school.

I pray for your family, knowing that you being gone never gets any easier for them and then different times of the year is harder for them. I watch that every day.

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice."
Michelle of Kansas

"Lucas, there are no words to express the sadness we are all feeling right now. You will be greatly missed and forever loved. Love always, your Dad & Mom, Grandma Judy, Billie, Rocky & Family."
Billie Welch of Topeka, Ks

"Yesterday at my church -- Marble Collegiate Church here in New York City
we hung yellow ribbons on the tall fence in front and on the side of the church. Each ribbon carried a name of a military man or woman who died in Iraq. We also
tied blue ribbons for the Iraquis who have died and green ribbons for peace.
We had a prayer vigil and each person who attended was given the name of person to pray for and for his/her family. I was given a card with "Spc. Lucas A. Frantz -22" on it. I wondered
who Lucas was and so I googled his name. From reading the other messages, I realize he is truly special.
I thank him for all he did in life -
he is remembered -
and wish to extend my thoughts and prayers to the family of Spc. Lucas A. Frantz.
God Bless you all."
Anita 3/20/2006 of New York, NY

"ALWAYS REMEMBER, NEVER FORGET
Spc. Frantz was a great friend and fellow soldier. I know he is watching over us now and I will always remember him and tell others about this american hero. SPC. LUCAS A. FRANTZ Oct. 18, 2005
"On Eternal Patrol""
Pfc Gartmann of Aco 1/17 Mosul, Iraq

"The Blean family has fought in every war from the revolution to Viet Nam. When I read of the death of American Hero I cannot help to mourn his passing."
Robert Craig Blean of Cypress, Ca.

"To the Family of Lucas A. Frantz, Fort Wainwright has lost a great soldier. My most sincere thanks to him and his family for their contributions to this country."
Angela of Fairbanks, AK

"To the Frantz Family, I am so for the loss of your fine young man and soldier. We are praying for you all. Your Lucas is a True American Hero who will always be remembered and honored. May God Bless you all and God Bless Lucas."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"I'm so proud, but the sorrow I feel will not easily be overcome. My memories of him will always be locked in my heart, and it makes me so happy to know that he's in so many people thoughts. You went from a little boy to a brave soldier. God Bless you Lucas."
Michelle Welch of Topeka, KS

"I wouuld like to thank everyone on behalf of their kind messages. These will bring happiness into our hearts hearing these and help us pull together. Even though my last name is Blean and not a Frantz. I still grieve and hope we can pull together"
Matt Blean (Frantz) of Topeka, Kansas

"My heart goes out to the wife and family of this man. My husband is also in 1-17 infantry. I pray God holds you all during this difficult time."
Jenn Helmer of Fairbanks, AK

"TO THE FRANTZ FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. DEEPLY SADDEN BY THE NEWS OF LUCAS. ALTHOUGH, OUR SON HADN'T KNOWN LUCAS. BOTH SERVED TOGETHER IN IRAQ. AN WATCHING OVER ONE ANOTHER AS BORTHERS DO. SADLY, WE LOST GREGORY LAST YEAR IN BALAD. LUCAS YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOUR LIFE IN VAIN! YOU ARE AN AMERICAN HERO! A SOLDIER THAT HAS TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF SO MANY. THOSE IN IRAQ, YOUR MILITARY BROTHERS, SISTERS, YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS , NEIGHBORS AND TO THOSE IN YOUR COMMUNITY LUCAS. ALL SHARED WONDER MOMENTS WITH YOU THAT WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTEN LUCAS. TO YOUR FAMILY REACH OUT TODAY TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND POLITICAL LEADERS. REQUEST A STREET BE NAMED IN LUCAS HONOUR. SO NO ONE IN HIS COMMUNITY WILL EVER FORGET HIS HIS SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY, COUNTY, STATE AND OUR GREAT COUNTRY. YOU ARE SOMEONES SOMEONE LUCAS AND YOU ARE SOMEONE TO OUR FAMILY. YOU REST NOW, 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.
Our nations HERO, Lucas will be remembered by name.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless you ALWAYS.
Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

"To the Frantz family,
We extend our heartfelt sorrow for the loss of your beloved LUCAS. We hope you take some comfort in knowing he was an American Hero and we celebrate his life.
LUCAS, thank you for your service and sacrifice for our great nation. You are a Hero and will Never Be Forgotten. Gods Speed and may the Angels surround your family as they try to heal.
From the proud family, of an American Soldier, stationed at Ft. Campbell with the 101st AVN REGT, now serving in Iraq. 10-19-2005."
---The Erwin Family of Oregon, USA --

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