Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"To the family of William J.Normandy

I trained with Bill for Iraq,we were on the same team.He was a real nice guy."
Dana Haskins of chickasha,ok

"To the family of:William Normandy
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""

"Uncle Bill,
Wow I cant believe its been six almost seven years. So much has happened since you have been gone. I wish that you were still around and could enjoy all the new experiences with us. I miss you more and more every day.I will never forget you. You are my hero. Thank you sooo much for watching over Joey while he was over seas following in your footsteps. I know he made you very proud and i know you were there protecting him. I love you."
Kristine of Northfield, VT

"i extend my sympathy to the family of late william j. normandy. how long i research about my origin because i want to know were i came my grand father is normandy and he is a soldier assigned at philippines last world war II."
anor, arnel normandy of davao city, Philippines

"February 27, 2009
To the family of Sgt. William J. Normandy:
William 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

"Bill was a wonderful, warm hearted, good natured man, who I remember throughout my childhood as a funny and caring man, and a wonderful friend and fellow soldier to my father, SSG Stephen Goulette. Bill was the first person to lend a helping hand, and was always the last to let another go without. His smile and warm spirit will be forever remembered and he will be sadly missed. His family and friends are always in my thoughts and prayers. I would also like to say a sincere thank you to Bill himself, for his kindness over the years and for his sacrifice so that others may live free. He is a true hero."
Krista Goulette of Barre VT

"I have been researching my TILLOTSON family background and came across the name of William Joseph Normandy. I can now say that I know of a family descendant that has served our country. I take pride in knowing that one of my descendants has made a difference, in serving our country."
Susan Audy of White River Jct.,VT

"My father William J Normandy was a wonderful man who loved his country and family. Its hard not having him around to talk to. I think of him everyday and wonder if the pain will ever go away. I wont so badly to hear his voice agian, but i know hes watching us and that helps the pain. im so happy that theres people out there who wont forget, and love him for serving our country. thank you."
samantha Normandy of worcester

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hjgjhj of jk

"April 27, 2006, Thank you for still remembering Bill. He is daily missed by so many people and it is nice to see that there are others still writing. God Bless you all!!"
Katrina Clark of Websterville, VT

"Dear Bill,
I never really knew you
But you seemed like a great guy
Nobody is probably going to be looking at this thing that I wrote
But its worth a try
I didn't know you, but I did know your nephew and son very well
Well, I didn't know your nephew as well as I knew your son
Josh is a good kid
Even if he gets in trouble a lot
And I never really knew Brandon, well, more than just a regular friend
I hope that somebody reads this, because i would want someone to know, that even though, you were the the janitor/bus driver/dad/uncle/ person that I should have known, that I still care.

Yours truly
Elizabeth Conard"
Liz Conard of Graniteville VT

"The loss of bill is a painfull memory on how short life is, Bill was a kind person and one that will be missed by everybody that knew him, I hope his family can find peace knowing that bill loved what he was doing and was proud to be serving his country, I will miss bill, He was a good friend that everyone loved, I was honored to serve with bill and will always honor is service to this country."
ssg karl king of TF redleg scania iraq

"To Bill's Family:
We know that the 2nd anniversary of Bill's passing is coming up next Wens and we wanted you all to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as this difficult day approaches. The pain never seems to lessen as the days, weeks, months pass, and we want you to be assured that Bill will never be forgotten. I'm hoping that the upcoming service in Washington DC will be part of the healing process for all of us, to know that even strangers care about their memory and the ultimate sacrifice they have made.

Your family is now part of a larger family, those with fallen loved ones, and the love and support we give to each other will help to get us through the next day.

Our loving thoughts to you on this approaching day, to know that a day does not go by that we don't think of Jamie's fellow soldiers who have given their all.

William was a very special man, Stacy, Lizzie and Kathi and his children, and we are here for you always.

Love, Ssgt Jamie Gray's Family"
Steve, Marion, Sarah, Hailey and Vicki of E. Calais, Vermont

"Mr. Bill,
You were a Great Bus Driver for the time I had you at Barre Town. When you told us that you were headed to Iraq, we were more than upset, but happy you wanted to serve our country at the same time. When Barre Town School first heard you had passed away, Instant Tears came to many peoples faces, including mine. I couldnt believe it. I will always remember you Mr. Normandy, and your loved ones too."
Cassie Miller of Barre, Vt

"Hello,
My name is Katrina Clark, I was William's fiance. This is the first time that I have been able to read this web site. It is wonderful, thank you all for writing and giving your love and support to his family. This is especially special for his children Samantha, Tabitha, Rachael and Joshua. Thank you everyone. And yes, William is watching over all of us day and night, that is how we all get through."
Katrina Clark of Websterville, VT

"I want to thank you all for the kind words about my brother.. We miss him every day.. God bless you all..."
Stacy Cadorette (Sister) of East Barre, Vermont

"I too, proudly wear Sgt. William Normandy's name on my fallen heroes bracelot. My father was in the Army during WWII and my cousin was killed in Vietnam at the age of 20. Thank you Sgt. Normandy and all the others who have given their lives so that others may be free."
Brenda Naftel of Wetumpka, AL

"This is a poem i wrote for my uncle Bill, who is truly my hero and i will never forget him.
The Last Goodbye

It was a shock to lose you in this way
I can't believe that you are gone
it was a sad and very ugly day
The way you died was very, very wrong
For America you lost your life
You left so fast it just can not be true
You had to die for someone elses strife
Since you've been gone I've been so blue
Why did you have to leave us in this way
You were so very far away from home
May you forever and always peaceful lay
My love for you will never, ever die
And so this is my last and sad goodbye."
Kristine of Bethel VT

"Mr.Bill,
Mr.Bill was awesome he did so many things he was good at he was a great busdriver,friend,and dad. Hei isnt my dad but we were close enough to be. i am a friend of his daugter Rachael and we are takeing good care of her rest in peace Bill you will be remembered forever!!!!"
your friend... of Barre Vermont

"Bill my freind. you will not be forgoten. the staff at barretown school will miss you. you are true freind. thank you for the happy times at thunder road. i was more than happy to help you out. rest in peice my brother welcome home my freind."
John E. Raper of WILLIAMSTOWN V.T.

"To the Family of Bill Normandy, We are thinking of you today as the fellow soldiers that shared in Bill's life as a soldier, return to the US today. We know just how difficult a day it will be but also share that it will be a bittersweet for those of us who have lost a family member fighting for all of us here. We think of all the boys who gave their lives that we might be free of the terror. We will be with you today, as every day, sharing in your grief and remembering Bill for the wondrful man he was. He will be watching over all those returning, as he has been from the beginning, and will never be forgotten. We fully believe he will be there on that glorious day that they walk into the room and be reunited with their families. And as much as we wish he could be there, he will be in spirit, please know that and find some confort in knowing you have the love and support of all the families that will be there. We look forward in sharing the day with you and stand together for all that our soldiers believed in.
Love, Steve, Marion, Sarah, Jeff, Hailey, little Taylor and Vicki Feb. 10, 2005"
The Jamie Gray Family of East Calais, Vt.

"I just received Sgt. Normandy's Fallen Heroes bracelet. I will wear it with pride. My Dad began his military career in the Army National Guard during World War II. He served in Italy. My thoughts and prayers will now include Sgt. Normandy's family and friends. I know from the comments that I have read that he will be forever loved, always remembered."
Kathryn Holmes of Temple, Texas

"SGT Normandy was a true hero. He served his country well and will always be remembered for his ultimate sacrifice. I was at Virginia when he passed."

"It has been nearly 10 months since you left us and still we think of you and all you gave for the greater good of this country and it's people. You will be with us forever for the ultimate scarifice you made for us. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and know that you will never be forgotten and that it is a grateful world that thinks of you as you go forward with out Bill. May you find some peace in the new year coming and know that we will think of you daily."
The Jamie Gray Family, Steve, Marion, Sarah, Hailey and Vicki of E. Calais, Vt

"My fallen Hero, my Uncle Bill
To tkown he is gone is a very sad thought, it broke my heart. I think about him every day and wish that he could still be here. I never hada chance to say goodbye and i want everyone to know that I am very proud of him and the people that he help. He had an awesome outlook on life and the fact that he wanted to help the kids over in Iraq is very insperational and for them amd America he lost his life. I will never forget him and all the love he had in his heart. Uncle bill- i love you with all my heart and i will never stop missing you."
Kristine of Bethel Vermont USA

"In memory of srg.William Normandy(Dad),

My dad was the greatest and nothing could stop him from going to Iraq, because all he wanted was to help free the innisent lives of the Iraq children and his goal was to come home and be proud of what he did. Evrey one i the family was looking forward to seeing him in two years it was hard to let him go I did'nt want anything to happen to him and when I got the emergency message to go to the office at school I thought I as in trouble then I relized he was gone. My heart and my brother and sisters heart was crushed. The family and the whole school that we whent to and my dad worked at were totally upset. He made the children at the school welcome and that was the best part of school was seeing my dad evrey day. Now all of that has changed but one thing that will not change is that we are a family and family sticks together. Dad you are,alwayshve been and always will be my hero!!! 8)"
Rachael Normandy of Barre,Vermont

"In memory of srg.William Normandy(Dad),

My dad was the greatest and nothing could stop him from going to Iraq, because all he wanted was to help free the innisent lives of the Iraq children and his goal was to come home and be proud of what he did. Evrey one i the family was looking forward to seeing him in two years it was hard to let him go I did'nt want anything to happen to him and when I got the emergency message to go to the office at school I thought I as in trouble then I relized he was gone. My heart and my brother and sisters heart was crushed. The family and the whole school that we whent to and my dad worked at were totally upset. He made the children at the school welcome and that was the best part of school was seeing my dad evrey day. Now all of that has changed but one thing that will not change is that we are a family and family sticks together.8)"
Rachael Normandy of Barre,Vermont

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

"In memory of my dear Uncle Sgt. William J. Normandy. I would like everyone to know that my uncle was a true soldier. He battled situations in life before he went to Iraq, he was the strongst person I had ever known. He delt with alot over the past few years, and he never gave up.... I always admired his perservirece to succede. And now I wish for nothing more than for Uncle William to come back, he got so emotional when he thought about it on the day he left. He wanted nothing more than to be at my graduation next June, yet the invitation shall still remain. I know he will be there with me in spirit, guiding me through the hard times and laughing with me at the good times. I am proud to be the niece of Sgt. William J. Normandy. He touched so many peoples lifes and he will never be forgotten. I love you Uncle Will, and untill my last breath you will be in my thoughts every day. You are my hero and I love you with all my heart. Thank you to everyone whos hearts are with my family, all your thoughts and condolences are is very much appreciated.
*TO ALL REMEMBER*
Yesterday is history,
Tommorrow a mystery...
And today my friends is a gift."
Ashley Jean of Colchester Vermont USA

"To the family of Sgt. Normandy,

My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. My husband is Spc. E. Hernandez, also Camp Virginia, Iraq.
On behalf of my husband and the entire Camp Virginia, Iraq we send our love,
our prayers, and our condolences to everyone who knew him. He is now our angel looking down on everyone he knew and loved.
Fondly, The Hernandez family and all the soldiers at Camp Virginia, Iraq.."
Carmen Hernandez of Paterson, NJ

"To William's Family:
There are no words that can express our deep sorrow for your loss. May God bless you and your family as William watches over you all."
Dan and Meg Manninen of San Antonio, Texas

"We Will NEVER FORGET !"
Please KNOW so many people share your sadness, and we are remembering all your family and loved ones
in your loss and your deep grief. Your HERO, William will be remembered by name. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you. Pat & Sandi Breckenridge from Montana "

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