Fallen Heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom

"Loving and missing you always!You are a great warrior Harry!You fought for what you believed in , and put your life on the line to protect those you loved family, friends, and strangers all because you had a heart the size of the sun!Your battle is done here,but you will be a greater warrior in heaven keeping God's angels safe as you spread out your wings of protection over us til we meet again!Love you my dear nephew you will always be a great hero to me!Semper Fi!Love always~Aunt Carol JANUARY,31,2012"
Carol J. Swain of Henderson,N.C.~USA

"Loving and missing you always!You are a great warrior Harry!You fought for what you believed in , and put your life on the line to protect those you loved family, friends, and strangers all because you had a heart the size of the sun!Your battle is done here,but you will be a greater warrior in heaven keeping God's angels safe as you spread out your wings of protection over us til we meet again!Love you my dear nephew you will always be a great hero to me!Semper Fi!Love always~Aunt Carol"
Carol J. Swain of Henderson,N.C.~USA

"To the family of:Harry R.Swain 1V
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""

"”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 1,660 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"
Project Compassion - Kenna of Manti, Utah USA

"The men who have fallen in combat, both past and present are the true heros. I leave this message as a token of my respect to Harry Swain. I've never met Cpl Swain, but as for every services member who has spend time in the sand box I salute you. The medals never exceed the scars of war."
Justin K. Bogushefsky, SSgt, USAF of Millville, NJ/Kirkuk RAB, Iraq

"January 18, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Harry R. Swain, IV:
Harry 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

"You will never be forgotten! My brother only had nice things to say about you. I only met you once but I can tell you left a big mark in my brothers life and many others!"
Pam (Bill Camps sister) of Millville NJ

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY SWEET NEPHEW....LOVE ALWAY'S AND FOREVER AUNT JUL"
AUNT JUL of U.S

"Harry, you'll never be forgotten, Thank you for defending our country. In honor of you, I proudly wore a badge with your name and picture on this "Memorial Day" 2007"
Carol Bassano of Sebastian Florida

"Dear Swain,

IT WAS AN HONOR SERVING WITH YOU. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. ALL OF MY BROTHERS FROM 1/2 A.CO THANK YOU."
Evis Mejia-Perez of Miami, FL

"I am requesting any of Harry IV's brother Marines, please go to the below listed links and leave a condolence or message for Harry IV...Respectfully Harry IV's Dad, Harry III

Hindo and Pedro please go to these links...

http://www.soldiertributes.com/Tributes.aspx?T=HarrySwain4th

http://www.myspace.com/lancecplharryrswainiv"
Harry R Swain III of Millville,NJ

"ramirez harrys teamleader i got switched a month before this happen he was something else he gave me a hug before he left and called me a dirty mexican i miss that it was his way of of expressing himself sorry it took so long harry i miss u fool"
pedro ramirez of chicago il

"our love for you willnever die. we have such a hole in our hearts. we will see you one day. get ready for the hug of all time.
love, granny carol camp"
carol camp of henderson, nc

"I am Harry R. Swain III I am the Father of Lance Cpl. Harry R. Swain IV who was KIA 31st Jan 2005 in Iraq. I created a tribute site at http://www.soldiertributes.com/Tributes.aspx?T=HarrySwain4th
Anyone wishing to leave a tribute there, just go to the above link. Also to Harry's friend "Hondo", please go to the above link, and you can also email me and Jay there. God Bless"
Harry III of NJ

"Even though I never met you , I feel as though I know the man you are by listening to the stories told by all your family and friends especially Dad , Morgan , and Jay."
Lisa (stepmom) of Carney's Point , NJ , US

"If tears could build a stairway i'd come up their and bring you down again.I love you big bro."
Morgan (sister) of Vineland , NJ , United States

"You were a great stepson and the whole Stant family still misses you. So see you when I get to heaven."
Catherine of Vineland , NJ , United States

"He was a great bother and a great friend. We will all miss him , but he will want us to have a great life , and enjoy it while we have it. I miss him , and probably you to well , you'll get to see him I promise."
Morgan (sister) of Vineland , NJ , United States

"I am so very sorry for your loss. What a handsome young man! I know you are proud. I am a young retired colonel as of 2003, working homeland security and defense issues - medical (biological) issues. I think of brave young men like your Son more than many may believe. However, as an average American, there are millions of us thinking of families and what they must be going through. You are in our prayers. God Bless you."
Rodger of Bel Air, Maryland

"I'm sorry its taken so long to get in touch but I always think of Harry all the time I would have named my son Harry but Harry Hernandez has a strange ring to it so I just wrote to let you know that he will always be loved and rememberd best wishes HONDO"
Paul Hernandez (A.K.A. Hondo) of 10447 Norvell Rd. Spring Hill FL. 34608

"My deepest sympathy to your family. My very beloved nephew, Jason Redifer was Harry's friend. I know you have a deep void in your life as I do with Jason. Now, they are together watching over us. God bless you and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers."
Rita Lockridge, Jason Redifer's AUNT of Covington, Va.

"I am always missing Harry every day and I know you do too but just because one door closed doesn't mean he is not living a better life with no war in Heaven. I love you Aunt Debbie."
Alexis Bohren of Richland, New jersey

"Dear Aunt Debbie
I love and miss Harry almost as much as you do but know that he's not gone he will always Be with you and with America."
Alexis Bohren of Richland, New Jersey

"Please know that Harry is in my prayers and he is smiling upon us. I know Tommy is also and they will never be forgotten. They are true American heroes."
Pat Walkup of Millville, NJ

"Harry and Jason were such good friends. May you all know that we share your sorrow and continue to pray for healing and understanding. There is a empty void that can never be filled with our lose. God Bless you and all of your family. Jason Redifer's aunt."
avis winfield of stuarts draft, va/usa

"To the family and friends of Lance Corporal Harry R. Swain IV,

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

"My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Harry Swain IV. I lost my son on January 26, 2005 in Iraq. Those that have laid down their lives are the true heroes. May God bless you and comfort you during this time."
Helen Gilbert of Dayton, Ohio

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

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