Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"I knew "little Curt" as a teen, while I was dating his father. I was so shocked when I learned of his death, well after the fact. He and his brother, Adam, and sister, Serena, still hold a place in my heart, along with some very special memories. His family has my sympathy and prayers, God bless all the military fighting to protect our country!"
Barbara Ray of Moscow, Idaho

"I'm sitting here in front of my computer absoulutely speakless with tears in my eyes at the feedback my father's death has recieved. I can't thank all of you enough- this is truely touching. I simpley stubbled upon this site looking for a picture of him because I don't have any, I really needed to see this.
I miss him..."
Felicia Kae Jordan of Spokane, Washington

"To Curt's family and friends,
My name it Kelly (Tyrrell) Zitelman and my younger brother PFC Scott Tyrrell also died "from injuries sustained in Iraq during a non-combat related incident" in 2003. He was near an amunitions hold when it exploded on Nov. 14th and died from his injuries on Nov. 20th at Ft. Sam Houstin, TX.
It has been just over 6 years for us, and almost 6 years for you...and I just wanted you to know that yours, as well as mine have not been forgotten. I want to thank you for the sacrifice that, not only he, but all of you also gave! I hope that you are able to keep Curt's memory alive but have also learned to live with the pain of him being gone. Please know that I will be thinking of all of you and that if any of you ever need to talk with someone "that truely understands"...you can reach me at zitelmanzoo@yahoo.com
Kelly :)"
Kelly Zitelman (sister to a fellow fallen HERO) of Dixon, IL

""To the family of Curt E. Jordan ,I am so sorry for the loss of your love one.He died a hero.May you know the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Hopefully we will all meet in Heaven one day where we will rest in the arms of Jesus. If you need someone to pray with you or talk to please call or write my pastor at Gateway Community Church,Rev John B Pearrell 11677 Brown Bridge Rd. Covington Ga. 30016 phone 770-787-1015""

"”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 the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 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!
This is a gift! We have some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we care.
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

"December 19, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Curt E. Jordan, Jr.:
Curt 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

"I too served with the 14th engineer Bn. My name is Jeff Pharris(SGT). I just wanted to let you know, from a soldier, Jordan will always live in the hearts of his comrades and we will never let the world forget. God Bless"
Jeff Pharris of Sacramento, California

"I am the WA State Coordinator for the Home of the Brave Quilt Project. Our goal is to make a memorial quilt for the family of each fallen hero who lists a WA state town as their hometown. We would be honored to make such a quilt for Curt's family. Please contact me at barbnlamont@comcast.net"
Barb Shillinger of Aberdeen, WA

"To the family and friends of Sgt Curt E. Jordan:
Your loved one gave the ultimate sacrafice for the people of his country. I know nothing said or done can replace the loss you feel, but I offer my condolences. People like Sgt. Jordan inspire me to live my life putting others before myself, and sacraficing myself for the benefit of others. I have a bracelet commemorating the sacrafice of Sgt. Jordan, and hope it will keep the memory of him and the thousands of others like him alive."
Skylar Schutsky of Phoenix, AZ

"Thank you for everything."
Cricia of Greenacres, WA

"Thank you brave soldier for sacrificing your today for my children's safer tomorrow. You have our utmost respect and gratitude. May God give your family comfort and peace at this time of sorrow. May you enjoy your final Tour of Duty in Heaven, where there is peace. Thank you."
a grateful citizen in Arizona

"I BREIFLY MEET SGT JORDAN IN FOB BROWNSVILLE,IRAQ.I WILL REMEBER U MY FRIEND.REST IN PEACE."
SGT.FOULKS,ERIC S of CCO 14TH ENGINEER BATTALION,FT LEWIS WA 98433

"NO MATTER WHERE YOU OR WHAT YOU ARE DOING, YOU'LL ALWAYS BE APART OF OUR HEARTS,.MY BROTHER IN LAW STEPHEN COLLINS, FSB, 3D INFANTRY DIVISION, WAS OUT IN IRAQ FROM JANUARY 2003, TO AUGUST 2003, AND WE ARE VERY PROUD OF HIM, AND NOW WE HEARD HE MIGHT GO BACK SOMETIME IN NOVEMBER 2004, I HOPE FOR HIS SAFETY, AND PLEASE BRING EVERYONE HOME SAFE AND SOUND. GOD BLESS YOU"
SUE of PLYMOUTH, MA.USA

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

"Did Curt E. Jordan, Sr. grow up in Orlando, Florida? My husband's best friend growing up was a Curt Jordan, and we've longed to find him. I was heartbroken to find such a treasured name listed on this site. We grieve for your loss, and will remember you all in our prayers."
Donna and Bobby Hedrick of Orlando, FL / USA

"To Sgt Jordan's Family:
Though we are strangers, we want you to know how sorry we are your Curt was taken from you. There is no doubt his thoughts were of you, as he served in Iraq. He is our hero. We will never forget. You are in our hearts."
Carol & Larry Miller of Tampa, Florida (2/24/04)

"My name is Cathie Longstreth and I was the grandmother to Duane E. Longstreth, killed in Baghdad on August 7, 2003. I am also a member of the "Bridge People" of Outpost 122. The members of the Bridge Team rally at Outpost 122 (the exit 122 off I 5) every Saturday in an effort to support the troops of Ft. Lewis, McCord AFB and Camp Murray (Washington State National Guard). We have the honor of greeting hundreds of military members and their families every week. The response from the troops is heart warming and welcomed .

I am writing this message to the other families in Washington State that have also lost a family member while serving our country, since September 11, 2001. My family would like to display a picture of the fallen hero, with the name and possibly the date of death, on the bridge while we are rallying. It is intended to honor them for the sacrifice they made but will not be used by us as a personal political statement. We hesitated to replicate the pictures we find on the many web sites without the express permission of the surviving family, as we have had our own experience with the media attempting to use our loss to support their political position.

If you do not object to us using your loved ones picture, please email me with your permission at one of the email addresses below. If you have a special picture that you like us to use please email that as well, otherwise we will be using one of the pictures already posted on the web.


chilstad88@aol.com
clongstreth@multicare.com"
Cathie Longstreth of Tacoma, Wa.

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

"Sgt. Jordan
Thank your for giving yourself so that we can enjoy our freedoms. No greater gift can be given and there are no real words that can express how truly greatful we are for what you've done."
Dan and Meg Manninen of San Antonio, Texas

"You are now flying with the Angels. Rest Easy Soldier...God Bless you and your family and loved ones left behind. Your name will live forever in everyone's hearts."
The Taylors in NC of USMC

"Please accept condolences from our family. We share in your loss and in your pain. Find strength in your family, friends and faith to see you through this grief. The light of our men and women lost in combat shines on. My nephew, Capt. Ernesto Blanco-Caldas, was KIA, 12/28/03.""
Jose M. Caldas of Atlanta, GA

"We are so very proud of Curt for his courage to stand up for his country, his family and all of our way of life. Freedom is so precious and so courageously stood up for by our men and woman. We send our love and prayers to all of Curt's family and friends. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. His bravery will be honored and remembered in the hearts of all who knew him and those who didn't have that pleasure. May God Bless his wife and children and give them many happy memories to hold close to their hearts.
We salute you and grieve with you at this say time."
Aunt Terry Duthie of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho USA

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