Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Every Memorial Day I visit you. I remember when we went to school together. We went our separate ways when I moved, and joined the Marines at different times. However as long as I am alive I will bring my kids, and grandchildren to visit, so they may learn of your sacrifice, and you will not be forgotten. Semper Fi"
Billy Greene USMC of Defuniak Springs, FL

"The following is a video I made for my son, after his first tour in Iraq -- It is long, at the END is a tribute to those SEVEN brother's of the 3/8 who lost their lives during that tour -- my heart will always be endured to those who have given their lives and their families who need to know they will not be forgotten this Memorial Day and ALWAYS. Go to Cat Brown, Facebook .. Your son's will never be forgotten, ever.. thank you for allowing us to benefit from their sacrifice."
Cat Brown

"My son served with Marcus in the 3/8 .. I am soo sorry for the loss, I will always remember .. and honor Semper Fi"
Cat Brown of Cedar Rapids, Iowa

"I recently had the opportunity to learn about Marine LCpl. Marcus Mahdee an extraordinary person that made the ultimate sacrifice for us.
I learned about his legacy when my son Jesus Jonathan Ham ran on his name in the Run for th
e Fallen in Tampa.
As a mother n sister of a ARMY veteran and
having an active NAVY brother it was extremely
emotional to be part of such a memorable event. I prayed for his soul, his surviving family and thank him from the bottom of my heart for his sacrifice.
My son 18 years old member of Brandon HS JROTC was moved n proud to run on his name.
RIP Mahdee...
I will like to share some pics w immediate family members of Marcus Mahdee please email me at jluajan2014 @hotmail.com"
Jessica of Brandon Fl

"To the family of:Marcus Mahdee
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""

"I want to express our sincere sympathy to Marcus's family and an extreme "Thanks" for his and many others as they say, "Step aside, we'll protect you." That is what Marcus did and that is what Marcus was about. A sincere thanks from all his coaches and his Bruner football family. He was a warrior then, and he is "The Ultimate Warrior" now. God bless you Marcus, and your very wonderful family. Never forgotten Number 31, 1998 Bruner Football County Champs. We love you brother.

Coach Vinson, Coach Bowman and Staff"
Dean Vinson of Fort Walton Beach Florida/ USA USA USa

"I never want to forget the sacrifices of so many young men and women. I am so proud it makes me cry at times. I understand, in theory only, that war is a part of human nature but so is love and caring. I wish I could take your families and friends 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
A hundred times a day, I remind myself that my inner and outer life depends on the labors of other men, living and dead, and I must exert myself in order to give in the same measure as I have received and am receiving. - Albert Einstein"
Scott E. Steiner of Worthington, OH USA

"May 2, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Marcus Mahdee:
Marcus 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

"To Marcus's family,
I was marcus's roomate for a short time in 3/8 and for a while he was my only friend in the Corps. He was genuinely a great person and will be missed."
Brent of Greenville, S.C

"To those that were touched by this fine soldier: I feel and understand your pain. My brother Pfc Stephen Baldwyn was KIA on the same day as Marcus. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prays as I too struggle to make it through the anniversary of that "Dark" day."
Sincerely, Angela Keith of Brewer, MS

"Marus i will always remember you as the most unselfish person i have ever known and i've known you just about all my life ever since kindergarden and throughout our school years and once again you have made the ultimate sacrafice god bless you and your family...they truly should be proud of you."
kj lucky of okinawa japan, USAF

""I too have served this great country and this great state of Nevada. I am a High Roller in the Nevada Air National Guard and have been deployed to Qatar, Kuwait and Baghdad. I was one of many who participated in the “Patriot Detail” to say farewell at BIAP. Although I never met you Marcus, I know you were a first-class Marine, great friend, and the perfect son to those who new you in your brief life. Because of you and all those who have lost their lives, and those who continue to fight this war on terrorism our ‘America’ will survive and be stronger than ever. My life and freedom given by you and so many others makes me eternally grateful for all who have faced the challenges to protect America and our friends on foreign soils. For that Marine Lance Cpl. Marcus Mahdee I am deeply grateful. May God bless you and give you peace.""
MSgt Rommie Brown of Sparks, Nevada

"MY BEST TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .... I KNOW HOW HARD THIS MUST BE FOR YOU .. IM PROUD TO VISIT YOUR SON'S GRAVE ALL THE TIME AND LEAVE FLOWERS AND PRAYS .."
JOANNIE

"TO THE FAMILY OF MARCUS MAHDEE .............. I DO NOT KNOW YOU ARE YOUR SON ... BUT I DO PUT FLOWERS ON HIS GRAVE ..EVERYTIME I GO SEE MY MOM'S GRAVE SINCE SHE PASSED AWAY DEC 23 , 2005 THEY ARE CLOSE BY EACH OTHER .. MY SON AND HUSBAND BOTH WERE MARINES . MY HUSBAND FOR 22 YEARS MY SON 9 .. HE WAS BADLY HURT IN BAGHDAD ON MAY 7TH 2005 ............ ILL ALWAYS VISIT WITH YOUR SON AND LEAVE FLOWERS FOR YOU ....... GOD BLESS ............."
JOANNIE KEIPER of FLORIDA / MISSISSIPPI

"Marcus you have been the best friend a guy could ask for. Through the tough high school football practices in the Florida summer heat you always had the never quit attitude and outworked almost everyone on and off the field. I will always remember you buddy, thanks for giving the ultimate sacrifice."
Bryan C. Jones of Fort Walton Beach, FL

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

"To The Mahdee Family,
Our Family, Our City, Our Country grieves with you. We are so saddened by your loss. Your Soldier is OUR HERO! We will never forget him or the others who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless You and your Brave Marine..Semper Fi!!"
The Grogan Family of Lakeland, TN

"To friends and family of Marcus Mahdee:
I send me deepest heartfelt sympathy out to you. I know what you are going through and the pain I feel in my heart is almost overbearing at times. I lost my brother-in-law, Stephen P. Baldwyn, the same day you lost Marcus. At times, it still doesn't seem real. Please know that our family thanks your son for his ultimate sacrifice and as sure as we will remember Stephen, we will remember Marcus as well. God bless you!

"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem!"- Ronald Reagan"
Stephanie Franks Baldwyn of Saltillo, Mississippi

"These past few weeks have been very difficult, knowing that you arent here anymore. I miss you man, I wish I would of joined with you all those times you asked me to. But I know you are in a better place now and one day I will see you again. I cant wait to pick up where we left of."
Miguel Resto of Destin, fl

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From the family of LCpl Branden P. Ramey, KIA 11/8/04"
Sandy of CA

"Marcus -- I will never forget you and all that you sacrificed. Your sister in Christ."
T Jackson of Florida

"To the family and friends of Lance Corporal Marcus Mahdee,

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

"hi I am sorry about your son. My husband got kill April 29, 2005 his name was 2LT Clifford V.Gadsden. Keep God first and everything will be ok. God heal all wounds in our hearts."
Erica Gadsden of Chalerston S.C.

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

"Marcus was a good friend of mine ever since he joined us in 3rd Battalion 8th Marines Lima Company. He was a good Marine, and a better person. Everyone here misses him greatly and we express our deepest sympathies to the parents. I regarded him as a brother and will never forget his sacrifice."
Lcpl Michael S. Lloyd of Camp Fallujah, Iraq

"We are deeply sorry for your loss. America will forever honor your Hero.
The Courage, Honor, and Valor that your Hero showed will always be remembered.
We are grateful for the sacrifice that was made and we will NEVER FORGET.
God Bless your family and please know that you are not alone.
All of our prayers are with you."
Jennifer and SSGT Larry Mays of Massillon, Ohio

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