Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"To Chris.We love and miss u.He was my squad leader in iraq and he was the standard and a good friend of mine.He was what held the squad together in tough times.i think of him alot and he will be missed.Brothers Forever."
cpl. Thomas Neel of lafayette,indiana

"I had the honor of serving with Chris in B co, 2nd Plt, 2nd squad. He was a great leader, friend, and brother. He taught me so much, especially in my first days in the unit. He truly cared for us all. I will miss all of the great times we had. Too many memories come to mind, from 4 wheelin at the lake, to the 2nd PLT "Misfits" nights out on the town. I still pray for his family daily. Its been many years but you will forever be remembered and forever be in our hearts.
agbayanij@yahoo.com"
SGT Jeremy Agbayani of Q-West, Iraq

"I SERVED WITH CHRIS IN B COMPANY 1/327 INFANTRY AT FORT CAMPBELL. HE WAS A GREAT LEADER AND HE REALLY CARED FOR HIS SOLDIERS. I REMEMBER HOW MUCH CHRIS THAUGHT ME AND HOW HE HELPED ALL OF US BEFORE WE WENT TO A PROMOTION BOARD. HE TAUGHT ME ALOT AND I AM THANKFUL FOR KNOWING HIM. I LFET CAMPBELL AND WENT ON IN THE MILITARY. I WAS STATIOND AT FORT HOOD AT THE SAME TIME AS CHRIS AND I THOUGHT I SEEN HIM ON POST ONE DAY AND I NEVER TOOK THE TIME TO SAY ANYTHING TO HIM KNOW I WISH I WOULD HAVE BECAUSE THE NEXT TIME I SEEN HIM WAS IN THE PAPER. TO HIS WIFE AND CHILD I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU STILL HAVE FAMILY OUT THEIR AND IF YOU EVER NEED ANYTHING YOU CAN JUST HOLLAR AT ANYONE OF US AND I AM SURE WE WILL BE THEIR. GOD BLESS YOU ALL."
SGT STEVEN COSTELLO of GREENFIELD IL USA

"I proudly served under Chris in Iraq when the war started and thought very highly of him while doing so. He always cared about his team and the way he left this earth sounds just like the man I remember him being. His blood is blue as the cord on his shoulder. god bless his family"
Chris Carroll of Stanton KY

"I never want to forget the sacrifices of so many young men and women. I am so proud it makes me cry. I understand in theory only that war is a part of human nature but so is love and caring. I wish I could take the families 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"
Scott E. Steiner of Worthington, OH

"February 5, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Schornak:
Christopher 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

"It has been two years and so many things have changed. I hope and pray you are resting in peace. I pray for your wife and son. When I think back to the memories of you and the "gang" it brings nothing but a smile to my face."
Jan of Marietta, GA

"Chris you are always in my memories. I will never forget you. You taught me everything that i know in the army. I will just try to follow your example and be half the leader you were. This exact day 2 years ago will be etched in my mind forever. I love you my brother!"
Tony Henry. (Vegas) of Colorado Springs . CO

"my grandson daniel odom and cris was very good friends and was with cris on his final mission god bless you his wife his children his mother and father and all his family just thought you would like to know chris was loved by a lot of people my name is gerald odom and was born and raised in andalusia al."
gerald odom of sacramento california

"To the family of:Christopher J. Schornak 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 served with Chris in B Company 1/327th Infantry at Fort Campbell from 2000 to 2001. He was a hysterically funny guy. His loss is truly a tragedy. I was shocked when I heard of it. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to his family and friends for their loss. I will always remember his smiling face and the smiles he put on others' faces with some wisecrack he came up with. His name is one of the few that stuck with me when I left Campbell. Chris had lots of friends in the unit and was well thought of by all. God bless the Schornak family. And thank you and Chris for his service and sacrifice. I know he slept peacefully at night over there knowing his family loved and supported him."
SGT Steven Hall of Coaldale, PA

"An Eagle Scout Scholarship Fund has been set up to honor the life of Christopher Schornak. The Fund is accepting donations - these may be sent in care of Community Bank of the South, Chris Schornak Memorial Eagle Scout Scholarship Fund, 3324 Canton Rd, Marietta, GA 30066 - and can be sent to the attention of Ginny Johnson. Checks should be made out to the Chris Schornak Memorial Eagle Scout Scholarship Fund. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me - 770-516-9120. The donations are tax-deductible.

Chris was an active Scout during his youth with Troop 75. The Scholarship is being set up in his name for Eagle Scouts in Cobb County, GA."
Fred Feltmann, Jr. of Acworth, GA, USA

"I CANT BEINNING TO SAY HOW MUCH OF A GOOD MAN CHRIS WAS. I MET HIM AND ROBYN WHEN I MOVED TO TEXAS LAST YEAR AUG. ROBYN WAS MY BOSS AND I DIDNT HAVE ANY FRIENDS OR FAMILY THERE. SO SHE TOOK ME IN AND AND FOR THAT I THANK HER. CHRIS WAS A SILLY GUY. HE LOVED HIS FAMILY SO MUCH. HE WOULD DO JUST ABOUT ANYTHING FOR THEM. THE LAST TIME I SAW CHRIS WAS THE NIGHT BEFORE HE LEFT TO IRAQ. AND I REMEMBERED TELLING HIM TO BE SAFE AND THAT I WOULD SEE HIM SOON. I NEVER DREAMED THAT I WOULD GET A PHONE CALL TELLING ME THAT HE WAS SHOT A KILLED. THAT DAY I WAS SITTING IN MY HOUSE WATCHING T.V. WHEN MY PHONE RANG AND I SAW IT WAS ROBYN CALLIN. RIGHT THEN I KNEW WHAT HAPPENED. OUR FAMILY SPENT ALOT OF TIME TOGETHER. BETWEEN BBQ'S AND PARTYS. THE LOST OF CHRIS HIT HOME. MY HUSBAND AND HIM WENT FISHING TOGETHER, DRANK TOGETHER. EVERYDAY I THINK ABOUT ROBYN AND MY LIL MAN THAT LOOKS JUST LIKE HIS DADDY. I WISH THAT I CAN DO MORE FOR THEM. I MISS CHRIS ALOT. I THINK ABOUT HIM ALL THE TIME. ROBYN IF U READ THIS I LOVE U GIRL. AND I HOPE THAT U R DOIN GOOD. TELL MY LIL MAN THAT I LOVE HIM TOO AND THAT I WILL BE COMING OUT THERE REAL SOON. I KNOW ONE DAY WE WILL SEE CHRIS AGAIN. THANK U FOR EVERYTHING U DID FOR US.
PROUD ARMY WIFE"
ANNETTE ORTEGA of PEMBROKE PINES, FL

"Robyn & Tristan,

I know this day this year does not find you any better than this day last year, but I pray that as the years go on, the pain is eased but the memories remain strong. You are constantly in my thoughts, and I'm glad I got the opportunity to meet the most wonderful, strong woman in Chris's heart. God bless you both.

My message for Chris...not a day goes by that I do not think of you and all of the memorable times we had, and there will come a day when I will see you again. I hope then, my friend, that you will greet me."
Dana Barr/Pavloski of Fairfield, PA

"Chris is my hero. He was a great man. I send all of my love and sympathy to Chris' family. He will always be in my thoughts. Chris is a long time frined of mine. He was my first love. Chris, I thank you for everything you did for the american people. I also thank you for showing me how to love."
Cate Calhoun of Chicago, IL

"Chris,
We just found out today, July 8, 2006, that you were a good friend of our son, SGT Evan Ashcraft, KIA 7/24/03 near Mosul, and that you were with him when he died. God bless you, Robyn and Tristan."
Jane and Jim Bright - [jbright94@earthlink.net] of West Hills, CA

"Chris is my sisters husband. he is a GREAT guy and a wonderful husband, AND AN AWESOME FATHER.i see his boy almost everyday and i see so much of chris in him. Chris loved his family and we were sad to see him go.im proud to say that he died doin what he loved and that was fighting for our freedom."
Robin Craus of franklin ky

"SSG Christopher Schornak was our son's best friend. Both served together during their first deployment to Iraq in 2003. I will always remember Chris for his good manners and appreciation of my cooking. Chris you served well, rest in peace! You will always be a hero to me."
Elizabeth Aguilar of Arlington, TX, USA

"Chris, God bless you. You will be missed. You are an outstanding Infantry soldier, thank you for being a shining example to the younger guys. Your blood is bluer than the cord on your shoulder. We love you and honor your sacrifice. JOSH...2nd plt 1/327 infantry, Chris, you were the best soldier in the squad. Let us never forget"
JOSH of Ft. Campbell

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

"Thank you Christopher Schornak, 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 Staff Sgt. Christopher Schornak:
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 Christopher 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 Staff Sgt. Christopher Schornak:
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 Christopher, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia