Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Never Forgotten ! (2015)
From your friend..Sgt Thompson, David R.
Iron Hawk Troop 3/3 ACR"
David R. Thompson of Pueblo, CO

""You will always live in my heart !!
" I will never forget you!" (2014)
SGT Thompson,David R.
IRON HAWK 3/3 ACR""

"Robert its been years since I found out and yet it still haunts me to this day. From the first time I met you in BayShore I knew I would remeber you, your the first last and only person that ever just walked into that office looked at me and just told me you where joining and it was going to be now. Still to this day I blame myself. I'm geting better but everyone and anyone that has ever met you misses you dearly and we will not forget."
SSG Robert G. Beer III of 2-69AR Fort Benning GA

"Miss you man thank you for your courage and sacrifice i will never forget you you motivate me to stay in the infantry.. love u man"
sgt michael j cronin of bamholder germany

"i miss you more everday. they lied, it never gets easier, it just gets harder over time."

"You will always live in my heart !!
SGT Thompson,David R.
IRON HAWK 3/3 ACR"
David R. Thompson of Pueblo, CO (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 1,450 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"
Kenna of Manti, Utah USA

"November 7, 2008
To the family of Spc. Robert C. Pope, II:
Robert 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 the parents of Robert Pope II, I can not feel the pain you must endure in the least but I felt deep pain
reading the letter your son wrote to you; it made me cry- and I can only wish to be as good parents as you are and will always be in life. So sorry for your loss. What a true man/patriot you raised. Take comfort that- although not enough- there is still good in people and in this world."
Frank Scudere of East Meadow, NY

"To the family of:Robert C. Pope 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"

"Robert,
I truly enjoyed the time I was lucky enough to spend with you. We all have experienced your great sense of humor. It brings a smile to my face when I think about the time I told you to shoot a flare and it went sideways instead of up. Then when I called you on the radio and asked what happened... you said it was a "ground rule double." To the Pope Family, I hope you have found a small measure of peace in your life knowing how many lives Robert touched."
CPT Tom Weitzel of COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO

"Missing you...."

"To the Family of Robert Pope,
I am deeply sorry for your loss he was not only a brother in arms but also a good friend."
SPC William Bailey of Ft Carson, CO

"To Robert's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Robert, thank you for all you have done in Iraq and in keeping us safe at home. Robert, you are a true American Hero. May God Bless you Robert, and God Bless you family."
Mary Ghaney of Brooklyn, New York

"If tears could build a stairway,
And memories were a lane.
I would walk right up to heaven,
To bring you home again.

No farewell words were spoken,
No time to say good-bye.
You were gone before I knew it,
And only God knows why.

My heart still aches in sadness,
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you,
No one will ever know.

You and angels around Gods happy throne.
I would have held you closer if I had known
~Unknown Author~
Gone – but not forgotten.
Thank you for sharing your loved one with us,
and for the sacrifice made by you and your family on our behalf.
Proud mom of Lcpl Alex. Currently serving in Iraq"
Patricia of Bishop, CA

"Robert,
I would like to say thank you to you and the three other soldiers from your unit(3/3rd ACR) who were killed in that blast for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

"Brave Rifles"(3rd ACR Motto)"

"12-30-05 HUNTINGTON TOWNHOUSE CANDLE LITE TO HONOR OUR FALLEN SOLDIER SOLDIERS FROM LONG ISLAND PLEASE CONTACT MOE FLECTHER 516-889-2203"
moe FLECTHER of ISLAND PARK

"Bobby was my cousin. When I found out about it... I literally fell to the ground. We were pretty close, and i would always rite to him. I am so proud of him, and i hope to see him again in heaven."
Jenna of M./New Jersey/USA

"TO THE POPE FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. I URGE YOU TO REACH OUT TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND POLITICAL LEADERS. REQUEST A STREET BE NAMED IN HONOUR OF JAMES! AFETR ALL HE SERVED HIS COMMUNITY, COUNTY, STATE AND COUNTRY. IT IS THE VERY LEAST HIS COMMUNITY. CAN DO TO HONOUR ROBERT! HE HAS NOT DIED IN VAIN! AN AMERICAN HERO HE IS! IT WAS MY PLEASURE TO MEET ROBERTS FAMILY. ALL THIS IS NOT EASY. WE ALL DEAL WITH OUR LOST VERY DIFFERENTLY. ONE THING IS CERTAIN, EACH ONE LIKE LOSING ANOTHER SON AND DAUGHTER. LAST WEEKEND MANY MANY FALLEN FAMILIES AT NATIONAL PINELAWN TO PLACE CHRISTMAS WREATH BY EACH OF OUR FALLEN IN SECTION "R".....AN OUT IN CALVERTON AND SEVERAL DAYS LATER IN ARLINGTON. ALL ARE BROTHERS AND SISTER' NEVER EVER TO BE FORGOTTEN, NOT TODAY, TOMORROW OR FOREVER!ROBERT WAS AN AMAZING INDIDUAL, PERSON, MAN, SOLDIER AND FAMILY MAN!. ALL HOLD VERY PRECIOUS MOMENTS SHARED WITH ROBERT. ROBERT THANK YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY. MORE IMPORTANTLY, STANDING FIRM WITH OUR SON AND ALL ARE SERVING OUR COUNTRY..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, Robert will be remembered by name.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat & Sandi Breckenridge / Montana God Bless you ALWAYS. "

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