My heart and prayers are always with your family each and every day. My son was part of your Unit in Gamberi and on stateside. To your family, I met Linda stateside and just know she was an outstanding woman and You should always be proud of her and her accomplishments. This Army mom is proud to have met Linda. May God continue to hold her in His Loving Arms until the day we will all be together again.
I spent 6 months deployed with Richie in the AF. He had an endless supply of aspirations and dreams. My heart and prayers go out to him and his family. RIPMichael
You and I both became part of the Sturgill family just days apart and we never even had the chance to meet. How I wish we could have. You were a hero in life too. God bless you dear nephew. Till we meet--Shellie
So sorry for you loss. From what I hear Dustin was a great person whom I wish I had met. He was heroic and brave to join the Army & we are very grateful. Although his life was short I believe he had many accomplishments & was a very happy newly wed. So sorry Tabitha & family
I'm gonna miss you Pyron. No more conversations on politics, religion or any kind of conversation at all. You were a wonderful husband and father and a great friend. This world just became an uglier place without your presence so watch over us poor saps down here and try to curb your laughter once in a while please....stay cool polar bear
You married my cousin and i never got to see or talk to you but from every thing i hear you was an amazing guy. You was taken to soon me being 19 this really hit me hard but Thank you for fighting for our country.
Love you Mike! You will never be forgotten by us as we will honor your memory by helping your sons become the men that you wanted them to be and will be proud of! RIP my brother!
I Never Me Dustin But he Married MY niece so sad they didn't get to spent more time together but I am sure they enjoyed what little precious time they had Dustin Is a Hero Thanks Dustin tabitha's aunt Bonnie
Dear Erica and Family,My thougths and prayers are with you in your time of pain, May the lord be with you. I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.Amber Taylor-Jennings
You were an amazing man with a heart of gold. I dont think I will ever meet anyone as wonderful as you. I never saw you turn your back on anyone and you even helped those you didnt even know. That's what I loved about you. I will always miss you and there will not be a day that will go by that I will not think about you. We had a bond that no matter what could not be seperated no matter how mad we got at one another at times. I love you Pern and until we meet again I know you will still be watching over me and my kids that love you like a dad! Miss you my dear friend thank you for everything you did at home and serving our Country you will forever and always be my hero!
THERE ARE NO WORDS I CAN SAY TO COMFORT ANY ONE,BUT STRANGERS ALL ACROSS AMERICA ARE SICK OF THE FAMILY'S LOSS.I'M SO VERY SAD FOR ALL.PLEASE NEVER FORGET HE IS BACK WITH GOD IN HIS LOVING PLACE WHERE THERE IS NO PAIN,NO CRYING NO SICKNESS. PLEASE I BEG OF YOU NEVER LOSE FAITH IN GODS WORDS.JESUS WILL CARRY YOU EVERY SINGLE DAY THAT YOU NEED HIM TO...GOD BLESS YOU ALL.I'M SO SORRY.....DEEDEE IN OREGON.
Hi my love,There is not a day that goes buy that you are not in my heart,and soul.I miss you more then i could ever say in word's.But my destiny is when you,and I are together in heaven for eternity.Your Loving Fiance,Ian.
My Angel,A new year has begun and I still miss you like crazy. I know that I always will. Please remember that you are in my heart and I will love you foreverMy heart to only yoursYour wife Barbara
The Veteran's of Zellwood Station thank you for your service and for paying the ultimate sacrifice. We pray Katie will remember you with love and pride so she can go on living each day. You will be in her heart for all time. We also pray that the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family forever.
I think of my friend Deleon probably every time I think of being in Iraq, which is as you can imagine every single day. I will see him again in Heaven. I miss you Deleon.SSG Lynn Bierhalter
I was asigned as Aaron's wife casualty officer in Hampton. Being around his family I could see the love he was given and i tried not to cry during the wake. I think it was his dad Daniel that caught me crying and said it was ok to cry for his son, even though it wasnt proffesional on my part, but after talking to his mom and dad, I really appreciate every soldier that I led more than ever and truly have the utmost concern for the soldier's family and him or her. I saw that Aaron came from a great family and his truly miss. Even though I never met the soldier, I can honestly say that a day doesn't go by that I dont think about him. His legacy lives on forever, my prayers are always with the family. God Bless. Then SFC Sanchez, now 1LT Thomas Sanchez.
It was truly an honor to stay guard at your funeral today. It was anvery humbling experience. It was with great pleasure that I stood to protect you in a flag line today as paid the ultimate price for mine. Thank you, PFC Whitmire for your service. I pray for comfort for your family. We were there for them today and we will be there for them anytime they need us.
GOD BLESS JUSTIN AND THE WHITMIRE FAMILY. PRAYERS ARE BEING SAID FOR YOUR HEART TO FIND COMFORT AND BE HELD UP BY GOD'S GRACE! MY HUSBAND AND I PLAN TO BE ON THE STREET HOLDING FLAGS THAT HAVE FLOWN OVER MY FATHER'S GRAVE AND A FAMILY FRIENDS GRAVE, BOTH FOUGHT IN WW II. I KNOW THAT THEY WILL LOOK FRAYED BUT IT WILL ADD DIGNITY THAT I KNOW MY FATHER WOULD HAVE BEEN PROUD TO HAVE HIS LIFE REPRESENTED WITH YOUR LOVING SON!
My sweet Joanne,I pray to god everyday so that he will bring me to you in heaven soon.We were engaged on earth,and god will marry us in heaven.We are each others best friend.On earth you live in my heart,and soul,and the wonderful memories I have of us, and the wonderful twelve years we spent together.I will allway's love you.Your fiance Ian.
A new year has come 2012,,, almost 6 years since I heard your laugh, seen your smile, and gave you a hug. My heart is still broken since I lost you, my smile not nearly as bright, my eyes still sad. But I know one day we will share a hug, a smile, a laugh.you are my Hero dear nephew of mine, and you will always be in my heart, in my thoughts, and NEVER forgoten.
Dear Ryan and Family, I have 2 sons 32, 30 and a step-son who is 20. I cannot imagine the sorrow that your family is experiencing and others that love you so much. My family members just lost Mikayla Bragg from Longview WA and though I had not met her I know that she served well as you did, Ryan. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and your family for your service. It is so tough to see such beautiful young people give their lives for our country. There are times that I do not wish to vote anymore, however yours and Mikayla's and others' recent sacrifices remind me that I must vote even a somewhat broken system. I will never forget your courage. God Bless You, Julie Tiner-Walker & Derek Cartmell in Oregon.
Dear Sheyanne (mom of Mikayla) and Dad and Stepmom. My heart goes out to you all. I am Julie Walker, Aunt of Melissa, cousin of Mikayla. I have met Sheyanne, and Melissa's sister is named for Sheyanne, Mikayla's mom.You are in our hearts and prayers here in Portland, and by the rest of my family in Arizona and California. I work with someone whose daughter is stationed at the same base in Kentucky as Mikayla and she attended the memorial service there on Dec 29.God Bless You, Mikayla, for your bravery. I have only met your mom, but will never forget you.Love to you safe in God's hands. Julie Walker & Family
I just heard about Bucks passing today. I served with him at Ft. Knox back in the late 90's. I've often thought of him and his family. His memory will live with me always.
To the Bragg Family, my heart and prayers go out to you. Having a daughter that is 21 years old-I cannot begin to imagine the depths of your pain. I only want you to know that I truly am grateful to you and your daughter and I will do my best at expressing that gratitude as long as I shall live.May God be with you and embrace you with his love.
I served in Mosul with Kessler when he was killed in action. Jason Kessler was an inspiration just to be around. He was a great human being and will never be forgotten. Tonight I will get a memorial for you tattooed on me. Rest in peace ranger buddy. Sua Sponte!!!!!!!!!
I want to thank my Uncle Matt for all he has sacrificed to serve his country. I still cry everytime I think about what happened. I love you Uncle Matt everyone does. Love you soooooo much.Sara
"Solange es Menschen gibt, die sich an einen erinnern, lebt man in den Herzen fort"Mein tiefes Beileid und meine Erinnerung an den Menschen Sprockamp, seine Frau, die Kinder und Familie, die mit diesem grausamen Verlust klarkommen müssen.Ich kannte Ihn nicht, aber es ist mir ein Anliegen, zu zeigen, dass sein Vermächtnis auch meine Erinnerung ist.
DEAR KAYLA AUNT BARBARA WILL NEVER FORGET YOU I REMEMBER SO WELL WHEN YOU AND YOUR DAD AND MOM LIVED WITH US THAT SWEET LITTLE BABY GIRL THAT TURNED INTO SUCH A LOVING YOUNG LADY, SOMEONE WENT AFTER A LIFE TO BETTER HERSELF AND PROTECT OUR COUNTRY I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART SWEETIE
We were looking forward to you marrying our daughter and calling you son. (and grandchildren)Thanks for treating our daughter like a princess and loving her so dearly. We love you and will miss you. You will live in our hearts forever!
May God hold those near and dear to her heart that are hurting and missing this beautiful young lady. May she rest in peace knowing she served her country well and is appreciated by so many!
I did not know her but have served wtih so many that have given so much. I feel that we are trying to make our country and others have more liberty. Let us continue the fight with the right attitude of selfless sacrifice as SPC Bragg did for the right reasons to remember her as she would have wanted.
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Mikayla Bragg. May she rest in peace and thank her for her service to our country. God give her family comfort at this time and forever more. Thank you, Mikayla!
I dream of provoking a smile when someone remember me;I dream of bright sun rays every cloudy day;I dream of our children growing up in freedom;I dream of our soldier's sacrifices never to be forgoten and we learn to value peace.Amaru
My dear son, one year ago you were with us. I miss you so much. I hug you, I kiss you, we laugh and now everything is in my mind, everything is a memory.I will never forget you. Every morning you are my first thought and I thank God for give me the opportunity to be your mother and the mother of your sisters.You were my sun now you're my angel. I love so much.I'm proud of you and everyone like you that have given their lives for the freedom of people
I knew SSG Booker as SGT Booker in Schweinfurt, Germany where I had the honor of being his company commander 1992-1993. SGT Booker's thoughts were always worthy of consideration. I remember reading his mind when he was assigned as the gunner to one of my platoon leaders. He was not happy but acceptpetd it professionally and took it good naturedly. At the next Tank Table VIII, crew qualification, the two of them scored a perfect 1000 pounts... a formidable task. Everyone knows the gunner does the lion's share of the work. SGT Booker was pleased with the accomplishment but never boasted nor bragged. He was a fine NCO and person. I will cherish my memories of him forever.Glasgow
My Tiger Shark, my shipmate, my brother through Christ, you shall never be forgotten and will always be honored for serving your country and the sacrifices you made. It's not, "may you RIP", because you are resting in peace. YN2
A great comrade and superior Sailor deeply devoted (first and foremost - this was very obvious by the things he did and said) to his family, and also his shipmates and profession. I am grateful for and enriched by time spent working alongside him. I feel certain that he now is in a superior place.
To this day I am still saddened by his death, a death that never should have happened. Thank you Keiffer for serving our country. You will never be forgotten.
Rest in Peace.Semper FidelisA Proud Marine MomNorwalk Ohio
Bill, it is amazing the way the people touch each other. I was blessed to escort a friend to your grave site in Arlington. We were not there 15 min and we were greeted by your mother. It was nothing short of a miracle to be there at the same time that she was visiting. Then during a Patriot Guard flag line at the Bourne cemetery, the man next to me commented that Arlington was a nicer place and asked if I had ever been there. I told him that I had the pleasure of visiting your grave site with a friend. He then introduced himself as your uncle. This is a small world and you have touched so many. God bless.
Chris, my heart truely goes out to you and your family. Just know that Jacob is up there with our son Travis Nelson and the fallen before them guarding the gates of heaven. We understand your pain but know that they died in such an honorable way. I could live the rest of my life trying and never pass with so much honor. You have many long nights ahead but know they will ease a little. Look and listen for what I call God Winks. Little things will happen letting you know he is in Gods care now.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS. GOD BLESS AMERICA
RIP Christopher. May you have eternal peace and may God hold you in the palm of His hand. I did not know you but wish I could have meet you to tell you, thank you for serving and protecting our country. You gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and I will never forget that you were a brave soldier.You were from my home town and are buried in the same cemetery as my grandparents. I pray for you often and pray your family finds peace and strength. (SC)
When I see you son in my eyes, a friend told me that you are saying it's okay and that you are okay. I still miss you kiddow. I am feeling low and I feel like crying and pulling the blankets over my head. I miss the fact that you would have been a great dad if you had kids, and a great husband. You are a good man Ben and I miss you terribly.Love mom
Thank You for my freedom each day I walk, pray, talk. Thank you for my freedom, I hold it dear and as u gave ur life for it. God be with your family. Let your name live on sir. Gods service now. We will do what we can here for your family. DAV Ramseur NC.