Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Still think about you Big Dawg! Never Forgotten!"
Christopher Phillips of United States

"Today this Memorial Day, I am remember Brandon Sneed and his ultimate sacrifice for not only our country but the country of Iraq as well. I honor his service and the service of the Sneed family in their loss. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for us all."
Michael Brown of Norman, OK

"You gave your life while on a mission to save my husband and others. (SGT Jason Gross)There is not a day that goes by that he doesn't think of you and your sacrifice. I don't want you to ever think that Sneed and Johnson have been forgotten because in my family, they never will be.."
Angela Gross of Tappahannock, Va

"As we approach this Memorial Day 2016, we continue to LOVE YOU BRANDON!! We miss you so much and know you're in HEAVEN. Dawn has been a ROCK, your children,(1 in Air Force, 1 in College and BJ going next year on Baseball Scholarship) continue to hold you dearly in their hearts. Your Mother Gloria continues to be the True Spiritual One reminding ALL of us, how great a Son & Soldier you were and how You are with God!! Ever since I picked her up off the floor when the news came, she's been standing, praying and keeping ME Upright through these times of hurt and pain. God has put so many people in our lives since you were taken away, they ALL love you and honor your ultimate sacrifice for this country. We THANK THEM!! As your Father, I could not have had a BETTER SON! LOVE YOU!!❤️🇺🇸🙏🏾"
Alvin Mann of Houston, Texas

"I love you brother."
Johnny Roman of Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

"You and J will Never be Forgotten
Prayers will always be with your Families

SSG Sneed was my Squad leader briefly when i first got to B co
( kelly hill from 2003-2007 )
SGT Young (FIST)"
SFC Young of Campbell KY

"I cannot believe it's been this long brother, I still think about you and Leon every day."
Justin Carter of USA

"Brother Sneed and Johnson i thank God i know you both and was waiting on news to return to my camp at FOB Normandy that faithful day when they, took us off black status and confirmed it was you and Baby "J' i was stunned, i felt numb, i did'nt want to talk to anyone, i just begin to pray for ya'll family's back in the united states...it was rough, i believe God has youy both now in a better place...MAY GOD SPEED BE WITH BOTH, THE SNEDD AND JOHNSON FAMILY'S"
SFC HAMILTON, T. of BROOKLYN, NY

"6 years have gone by and no matter how much time passes I still remember. I remember that you and J were two of the best brothers I ever had. You both made me laugh and kept it real when it had to be. I miss you guys and I'll never forget you and the times we spend together in Bravo company. Rest in Peace brothers!

"Only the dead have seen the end of war" -Plato"
Zach Polachek of DeForest, WI

"I remember that fateful day like it was yesterday. You are not and never will be forgotten. May the family of this soldier and Sgt. Johnson's family be blessed."
Benjamin R Roe of Fort Benning, Georgia

"Brandon, I want you and your Family to know that I have your Family in my Prayers. I will recognize your Ultimate Sacrifice at my Retirement Ceremony. God Bless... TC"
Anthony L. Crain of Fort Worth, TX

"Re: SSG Brandon K Sneed

Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,800 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!

Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: ps4fs@charter.net
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls"
Cozette Haggerty of Wilbraham, Mass.

"i served with him in Bco 1-30.I sent my condolences to his family. He was a good man and soldier.Ill never forget
Bravo Bulls"
jesse bullins of mayodan nc

"I didnt know SFC Sneed, but I attended the 3rd ID Ball in April 09 in Savannah Georgia. On the tables each guest was given a bracelt with name of a fallen 3rd ID brother or sister. Mine was SFC Sneed. I just felt like looking him up. I will NEVER remove the bracelt."
Spc. Olson of Savannah, GA

"Dawn from all the soldiers of B co 1/30 INF our thoughts and prayers will forever be with you and your family we love you all "WE WILL NEVER FORGET""
SSG Coleman, Clayton of Ft. Jackaon, SC

"Battle Boar. Rock of the Marne."

"I was a squad leader with Brandon during the initial invasion into Iraq. I worked with Brandon for four to five years and we became good friends. Wherever Brandon was, SSG K, SSG Jenkins, SSG Greenwood, and I were not far away. I remember talikng to him right before the second deployment after I got out of the Army and then I heard he was killed in Al Ramadi. I couldn't believe it. My former soldier Leon Johnson (J) was lost with him. I wish both of their families the best and miss talking with my two lost brothers."
Mr. Shane Larkin of Columbus, Ga.

"September 29, 2008
To the family of Sgt. 1st Class Brandon K. Sneed:
Brandon 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 was an honor and privilege to serve with Brandon while I was a Squad Leader in Bravo 1-30 Infantry "Bulls". We arrived at B 1-30 at around the same time. He truly was a quiet professional who took care of the Soldiers in his Platoon. I will always remember Brandon and considered him a true friend. I will miss Him but will always remember the time that we were both “Battleboars!”"
CPT James Earls of Fort Carson, CO HHC 2-12 IN

"To the family of:Brandon K. Sneed 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 never meet your father or husband. But last weekend I ran into one of his buddies from Iraq. we got to talking and I noticed the braclet on his wrist. he told me the story behind it. I told him that my father served in the AirForce for 20 years and that dad was in vietnam. at that point he took off the braclet and gave it to me. I looked at him and I told him that I would wear it with pride and that it would not leave my wrist until the day I die. After that was said, we toasted to Brandon and all the other that had fallen. It take a special kind of man to do what your dad and husband did. If your dad is anything like my dad was. he loved you very much and would have done anything for you. your father and husband may have left this life, but he will always be with you.
May God bless you all."
Rod Withee of Vernal, Utah USA

"To the family of SFC Brandon Sneed,
Sergeant Sneed was my squad leader during OIF in 2003. He was a great leader and more over a great man. He was my mentor, my teacher, and most of all my friend. I was deeply saddened when I heard that he was lost and many a days I find myself remembering the days of us serving in Iraq during the opening days of the war. Its so hard to believe that he is gone. To you sergeant Sneed, you will always be my brother and my friend and you will never be forgotten!"
Zach Polachek of Madison, WI

"I never knew your son and husband, but I so wish that I had had the opportunity to. I found courage and strength in your words. As far you Gloria Mann, "Just taking a moment out of your day to thank our men and woman" and for you Mrs. Sneed, "You have to go on and be strong for your children". Brandon would be so proud of both of you. I hope that you know that I will always pray for Brandon and your family. If ever in the Galveston area, please come by the United States Coast Guard Base."
Amy Driscoll of Galveston, Texas

"Brandon Sneed, Man where do i start. we talked about joining the military back in the High School ( Hastings High ). Man I miss you already but I know that God has a better place for you. Many people will miss you and but many more will know of you.. Thank you for your time on this Earth. May God keep you and your family .....Respectfully your Friend SSGT Young ( USMC Retired )"
Trent Young of Houston, TX

"I served with SFC Sneed as a Squad Leader in 2000. I was honored to serve with him again when I was assigned to his unit and deployed to Ramadi, Iraq. He was an effective leader that was respected by his soldiers, peers, and superiors. SFC Sneed will be missed by every soldier in our Company. He is remembered, and thought of, as we conduct our redeployment procedures. I know, as I listen to the soldiers of our company, that as our soldiers move to other units, or to other ventures, his name and reputation will be remembered."
1LT Chardon Hyde of Fort Benning Ga

"Brandon Sneed was a very special young man. I knew him when he was a child and watch him grow into a man in every sense of the meaning. He always gave his all in all that he did. His loss will stay with me forever. I think of him often and how he lived and not so much of the way he died. He is an example of all that is good about this country.I pray for peace and all the men and women who still are in Iraq to return safe.Brandon, thank you for making us all proud to have had you in our lifes."
Billy Williams of Houston Texas

"to the family of ssg sneed

ssg sneed was a good friend of mine, as well as a mentor. he had helped me along with my rocky millitary career. i am sorry to hear about this tragity, and my sympothay goes out to everyone"
richard t zick of coos bay oregon

"May God bless the Sneed Family. If there was anyone I respected the most that have ever worked it is SFC Sneed. He was a great father awesome husband and the best friend I have ever had. He is greatly missed by me most of all. Thank you Mrs. Sneed for giving me a chance to meet you and your children and good luck to you and your families future."
SSG Berry, Tyrone of Ft. Benning GA.

"Brandon was a man other men are proud to claim as a friend. My prayers go out to your family."
RB Luck of Hawaii

"To the Family of Sgt. Brandon K. Sneed:
Your Son, Husband, Father, served with my Son, Sgt. Justin G. Carter who remains in Ar Ramadi with the 3rd Infantry. I commend you and your wonderful, incredible Sgt. Sneed. He, along with many, are the best we have to offer the world. Your son will never be forgotten, we will keep him in our hearts and minds forever. We grieve with you. My son was with him and he grieves every moment. We all feel their pain. We wish you comfort and peace as we do Brandon and all the Infantry, Marines, Soldiers, Sailors of the United States of America. God Bless you and all of our men and women of the Armed Forces."
Barbara Christ of Hamilton, Montana

"To the Sneed Family,

May God Bless you and comfort you. I will be praying for you. I am so sorry for your loss. I am so grateful and thankful for people like your son, they are the reason we live in comfort every day of our lives in this great nation. We will never forget him...never. God bless you always!!!!

Aubrey Emerson
Ardmore, Oklahoma"

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

"I am so sorry for your loss. Although you do not know me, I am friends with Amanda (and Doug) Lesh and she informed me of your loss and has told me what a wonderful man and soldier Brandon was. He is a true hero and will be remembered for all that he has done. God Bless you all."
Allison Williams of Texas

"Dear Sneed family,

Our family extends our thoughts and prayers to you for the loss of your BRANDON. He was a true American Hero whose life is celebrated and will always be remembered.

We know that no words will ease your pain, but please take some comfort in knowing that America is grateful for BRANDON's service.

May God Bless You and help to ease your pain during this difficult time.

From a grateful American Family of a US Army Soldier, serving in Iraq with the 101st Avn Regt."
Sharon & Craig Erwin of Oregon, United States of America

"TO THE SNEED FAMILY, I SAY TO YOU GOD BLESS YOU FROM THE SOLDIERS IN THE SUPPORT PLATOON HHC 1-30TH STILL HERE IN IRAQ,I KNEW SFC SNEED PERSONALLY AND I GRIEVE WITH YOU...I SAY AGAIN, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW..."
SSG HAMILTON T. of Ozark,ALABAMA

"TO THE SNEED FAMILY, I SAY TO YOU GOD BLESS YOU FROM THE SOLDIERS IN THE SUPPORT PLATOON HHC 1-30TH STILL HERE IN IRAQ,I KNEW SSG SNEED PERSONALLY AND I GRIEVE WITH YOU...I SAY AGAIN, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW..."
SSG HAMILTON T. of Ozark,ALABAMA

"TO THE SNEED FAMILY FROM THE WAHL FAMILY. THANK YOU BRANDON FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY. AN FOR BEING A ,ILITARY BROTHER TO OUR SON. SADLY, BOTH OF YOU NEVER MET. STILL YOU BOTH WACTHED AND COVERED EACH OTHERS BACK. YOU ARE SOMEONES SOMEONE AND ARE SOMEONE TO OUR FAMILY. OUR HEART AND PARYAS ARE WITH BRANDON AND YOUR FAMILY. BRANON YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN YOUR LIFE IN VAIN. YOU ARE IN SOME WAY APART OF MILITARY, IRAQI, AMERICAN AND WORLD HISTORY. FIGHTING OFF TERRORISM IN THE WORLD AND GIVEN HOPE TO THOSE IN IRAQ FOR PEACE AND FREEDOM. YOU HAVE TOUCHED MANY HEARTS BRANDON. TO THOSE YOU HAVE HOLD MEMORIES YOU SHARED TOGETHER. YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND NEVER EVER WILL BE FORGOTTEN. TO YOUR LOVING FAMILY REACH OUT TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND YOUR POLITICAL LEADERS TODAY. REQUEST A STREET BE NEMED IN BRANDON'S HONOR. IT IS THE VERY LEAST YOUR COMMUNITY CAN DO FOR BRANDON. GOD BLESS!"
leonard t. wahl of VALLEY STREAM NY

"Thank you Brandon Sneed, 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. 1st Class Brandon Sneed:
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 Brandon 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. 1st Class Brandon Sneed:
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 Brandon, who continues to live on in your heart."
Tim Rivera of Powder Springs, Georgia