I am so sorry for the loss of this brave American Soldier. My son David was also stationed at Ft. Stewart. He was K.I.A. 4-27-07. It has almost been a year now. I know how hard it is for you to lose this wonderful Hero. Just wanted you to know you have my family's support and I know the support of a very grateful nation.Mom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. 4-27-07Fallujah Iraq
Just thinking about you. I so wish you were coming back to us. I know you will always be our thoughts and hearts but unfortunately that just isn't enough.
George was my cousin's cousin, this is very bad news to hear. I hadn't seen him for many years, but he was too young and innocent and hadn't truly experienced life yet for this to happen to him.My condolences go out to his family especially his younger sister and mother.
I still can't believe that george is dead... He wasn't my cousin, but I did know him. George is related to my cousin "Muffin", and from what I remember he was a nice guy, who didn't deserve to die. But he is now in a better place and will always be remembered. My heart goes out to the Delgado Family...
ON APRIL 4TH 2008 WILL BE 4 YEARS THAT WE LOST ROBERT AND WHO EVER SAID IT GETS EASIER HAS NOT BEEN HERE. I MISS HIM SO MUCH. BUT SO PROUD. JUST THINKING OF HIM.
Rest in Peace....You are a great American Hero. Thank you for fighting for our freedom. You will never be forgotten. My prayers are with your family and friends. God Bless You
I never knew you but from your smile we can tell you have been a kind and wonderul person. You will never be forgotten even by people like me for your great sacrifice. We know you are now in heaven basking in God's glory and love.
I never knew you but from your smile we can tell you have been a kind and wonderul person. You will never be forgotten even by people like me for your great sacrifice. We know you are now in heaven basking in God's glory and love.
What is there to say but Thank you for fighting for my freedom and the freedom of my family. My prayers go out to your family and friends. You are a hero and I know that you are looking down and keeping your eyes on us. God Bless You and Your family.
I am a friend of the fallen Spc. Shawn Falter of Homer NY. To his family, the pain you feel is not yours alone. I pray in Jesus' name that you are comforted by other families that have expiernced this parents' grief, and that your story- still not finished- will become a becon of light for others in the future. "For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"-Jesus
To some I may be nothing more than a distant memory. My life on earth is over now, but do you remember me ? I know, I left without warning, but GOD's work for me was through. Please do not try to stop the thoughts of me, because I never will of you.---Some may hear or speak my name and vanish the thought of me, why is it now that I am gone no one stops to see, I am closer to you now than I ever was before. I love you all the same and will for ever more. So please don't let my memories slowly fade away...For I'm still inside your heart you see, where I will always stay.---Don't think of me as gone forever because someday we'll meet again. keep me close inside your heart until GOD tells you when.---You may be there many years, no one ever knows, so let my memory stay alive as the love indide you grows.---
This is my wish for you; comfort on difficult days, smiles when sadness intrudes, rainbows to follow the clouds, laughter to kiss your lips, hugs when the spirit sags, sunsets to warm your heart, friendships to brighten your being, beauty for your eyes to see, faith so you can believe, confidence when in doubt, patience to accept the truth, courage to know yourself, love to complete your life.---Deepest And Most Heart-felt Sympathy---Clara Langley---Louisville, Ky.
I have not turned my back on you, so there's no need to cry, I am watching you from Heaven, just beyond the morning sky; I have seen you almost fall apart, when you could barely stand, I asked the LORD to comfort you, and I watched him take your hand. He told me you were in more pain, than I could ever be, he wiped his eyes and swallowed hard, then gave your hand to me; although you may not feel my touch; or see me by your side, I've whispered that I love you, while I wiped away each tear you cried.
In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter, and may the beauty of precious moments become your comfort.Henry Moss---Russellville, Ky.
My condolences to the family of Katie. I am a soldier at Fort Hood, though I do not know Katie, I have had friends depart to Iraq. A few of them have not come back. I do have information of a plaque that a nurse has done through the request from another soldier. that soldier has departed the army so the nurse has no way of getting hold of katie's family members to send them that special plaque. i can be reached at (Email Link)
In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter. And may the beauty of precious moments be your comfort.~~ May GOD hold and comfort you tonight and every night for the rest of your lives.~~~Cora Meyer, Louisville, Ky.
Smile when you're sad. Love what you got and always remember what you had. Always forgive. Learn from your mistakes, but never regret. People change and things go wrong. But, always remember that my love for you goes on and on and on.
The tide recedes but leaves bright seashells on the sand, the sun goes down but the gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops & yet it echoes on in sweet refrains...for every joy that passes, something beautiful remains...I am sorry about your loss. May you find peace, strength, and love....Norma J. Coan, Louisville, Ky.
There was no love more genuine than mine; in giving and receiving it was pure. Grieve not, for my legacy is love, pure and true, each memory a gift that will endure, returning you to moments fair and fine.
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.---Jill Higdon, Louisville, Ky.
Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear, fond memories linger every day, and remembrance keeps Chris near.~~ Clara Langley,Louisville, Ky.
May you rest peacefully for the rest of eternity and live on forever in the hearts and memories of the people who loved you.---Dorothy Bowling--- Louisville, Ky.--------
Don't think of Christopher as gone away, his journey has just begun, life holds so many facets, this earth is only one.~~Just think of him as resting from sorrow and tears, in a place of warmth and comfort, where there are no days and years.~~Think of how he must be wishing that you could know today, how nothing but your sadness can really pass away.~~And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched and he was loved so much.~~Deepest Sympathy----Jackie Ellis---- Greenville, Mississippi.
My sweet, wonderful David. It has almost been a year since you left us. We all miss you so much. Not an hour goes by that we don't think of you. I miss your grin and the way you made us laugh. Carrie has your Toyota truck. We had to put a lot more money into it, to make it safe. Your fellow soldiers would like to hear that story. They talked about how you put $3,000 into a motor for a truck that was worth maybe $1000. It's still worth about $1000 and we put about 3,000 more into it. We love that truck. We still have your monster truck too. Can't part with it. We know how much you loved it. Nettie drives it down to the cemetery and pushes on the gas and makes it sound loud. She knows that you would like that. Jennie is looking for a new job down Indy way. Hopefully near Carrie or Nettie. Nettie and Jason bought a 4 bedroom house. Emily is boy crazy. She misses you so much. She's told me some things I didn't know you and her used to do when we weren't home. I'll talk with you later about that.We are all so proud of you. I feel so bad for Eddies family. I know they miss him terrible. You tell Eddie thanks for being such a special friend. I know you are both in heaven together. We have a real special stone to mark your gravesite. Of course, you have a view of the covered bridge and river. Dad got carried away and bought 12 plots. We are going to be right beside you. I know you're not really there, but we enjoy visiting. We make sure it looks real nice. We have all of your medals on the front and the back has the barn, your dogs, (Katie and Bailey), your dirt bike, monster truck and you on your John Deere tractor and wagon.
We miss you so much and are very proud of you. I wish you could have seen the respect that the community showed. They were truly grateful to you for your sacrifice.We Love You,Mom, Dad, Carrie, Jennie, Nettie and Emily
I am so sorry for the loss of your son Eddie. My son David was with Eddie. My heart aches so much for David and Eddie, even though I didn't know him. I also worry so much about William Castillo. He told us stories about Eddie teaching David magic tricks and he couldn't wait to show us. Thank You so much for raising an American Hero. I am so sorry for what happened. His sacrifice will never be forgotten. Hope we can meet someday. I think it would be a help with the healing.Rhonda KirkpatrickMom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. 4-27-07Matthews, Indiana
Thank You Nicholas for your sacrifice. It is because of servicemen like you, we are able to live free. Thank You for helping some of the rest of the world learn to live free also.We will never forget your sacrifice.In Memory of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. 4-27-07 Fallujah IraqMatthews, Indiana
Thank You Samuel for your great sacrifice. You are one of the reasons we are able to live free. I had the honor to meet your parents and could see the pride in their faces to have raised such a wonderful Hero. My heart goes out to the family. I know what they are feeling losing on of their children. We lost our son, David, in Fallujah. My prayers are with them and thank you so much for your sacrifce.Rhonda KirkpatrickMom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. 4-27-07 Fallujah IraqFrom Matthews, Indiana
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son. He was a true hero. I will do everything I can to keep the servicemen and womens memory alive. We will never forget.
In memory of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. Fallujah Iraq 4-27-07
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, brother, husband, father and this Great American Hero. I was honored to be able to attend his services in Marion, In. and be able to meet some of his family. I know how hard it is for his Mother. I lost my son to the war in Iraq. The sacrifice of Collin and his family will not be forgotten. Your prayers, family, the community and your memories of Collin will be what helps you get thru this. It has almost been a year for us, since we lost David, and I take great comfort when I am thinking of all the support we had. I know you will feel this comfort also. It helped so much to see how much America appreciated what these serivcemen and women are doing for us. Thank you Collin. Your sacrifice will ot be forgotten. We are free because of you!Rhonda KirkpatrickMom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. Fallujah Iraq 4-27-07From Matthews, Indiana
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, brother, husband, father and Great American Hero. I was honored to be able to attend his services in Marion, In. and be able to meet some of his family. I know how hard it is for his Mother. I also lost a son to the war in Iraq. The sacrifice of Collin and his family will not be forgotten. Your prayers, family, the communitys support and your memories of Collin will help you get thru this. It has almost been a year for us, and I am just now beginning to be able to remember what a help it was to know how much America appreciated what these servicemen are doing for US.
Thank You Collin. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.Rhonda KirkpatrickMom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. Fallujah Iraq4-27-07Matthews, Indiana
I am so sorry for the loss of this great American Hero. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
We lost our son in April 2007 and we know how hard it is. We have never experienced anything like it. Prayers, family, and your community will help you, and also the wonderful memories you have of your son Michael.God Bless you and your FamilyI am doing everything I can to help keep their memory aliveRhonda KirkpatrickMom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. Fallujah Iraq 4-27-07From Matthews, Indiana
My thoughts are with you everyday. You are greatly missed. I salute you for being so brave and doing what you believed in. You are an amazing person and I will see you again.
Shawn let me be the first to light a candle for you. We all miss you so much, but I suspect you know that. This is a loss that has been incomprehensible to both of your families. Your death has left us so desolate at times. We will be okay someday. I know that you were committed to the mission and did like being a Marine. I thank you for all that you did. Look out for Mimi. She misses you more than I can fathom. God Bless. Your mom-in-law.
Steve, I didn't have to pleasure to meet you, but feel that I know you. Shawn was my son-in-law and your buddy. He had your back, but wasn't to be your day, was it? You both are missed so much. We know that you were doing what you believed in and I thank you for that. God Bless.Mother-in-law of Sgt. Shawn P. Martin, USMC
Michael yet another brother in arms and an EOD team member who gave your life for the prospect of peace. Another team member was my son-in-law who was killed by a road side bomb 20 June 2007 in alAnbar province. Though you are gone, I remember all of you each and every day. Look out for the EOD's still there.
Dusty, you were one of my son-in-law's EOD team. You are both now in heaven and watching down- at least we sure hope so. Thank you for your service.Mother-in-law of Sgt. Shawn P. Martin, USMC
To the family of Spc. Simpson. My condolences to you. My heart goes out to you. I know of what I speak as we lost our beloved son-in-law 20 June 2007 in al Anbar province. There is a hole in our family and our hearts that some days we just don't know what to do with. You will have some trying days ahead but know that Christopher was doing what he loved by serving his country and providing a measure of safety for those of us who continue to enjoy the freedoms of this country. God Bless you and know that there are many more families who are mourning with you. We will never forget our boys and always love them.Mother-in-law of Sgt. Shawn P. Martin, USMC
They say time heals all wounds....well my wounds are not healing..it's as painful today as it was the day we found out. May you rest in peace and know that you will never be forgotten.
We miss you very much, praying for your wife! May God keep her in his arms, and give her the courage to keep strong! Can't imagine your mom's pain but she is not alone, Angelica and Ed are taking good care of her for you!
Don't stand by my grave and weep; I am not there,I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awake in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of bird's in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die.
Softly the leaves of memories fall, gently you gather and treasure them all. No length of time can take away, your thoughts of Elisha from day to day. Whatever else you fail to do, you never fail to think of him.~~GOD BLESS~~Linda Regenauer
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the number of moments that take our breath away.---Deepest Sympathy, Jill Higdon.Louisville, Ky. U.S.A.
Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear, fond memories linger every day, and remembrance keeps Elisha near.---David HatfieldGrenada, Mississippi
May you rest peacefully for the rest of eternity and live on forever in the hearts and memories of the people who loved you.--- Thank you Sgt. Parker for keeping America safe and free. I salute you for your bravery and valor. I will never forget the sacrifices of America's troops. GOD BLESS. --------Henry Hinkle, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A.
Don't think of Elisha as gone away, his journey has just begun. Life holds so many facets, this earth is only one.---Just think of him as resting from sorrow and tears, in a place of warmth and comfort, where there are no days and years.---Think of how he must be wishing that you could know today, how nothing but your sadness can really pass away.---And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched and he was loved so much.----Dorothy Bowling, Louisville, Ky.
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.---Jackie Ellis, Greenville, Mississippi
There was no love more genuine than mine; in giving and receiving it was pure. Grieve not, for my legacy is love, pure and true, each memory a gift that will endure, returning you to moments fair and fine.
In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter. And, may the beauty of precious moments be your comfort.--- Cora Meyer, Louisville, Ky.
Smile when you're sad. Love what you got and always remember what you had. Always forgive. Learn from your mistakes, but never regret. People change and things go wrong. But always remember that my love goes on and on and on.
The tide recedes but leaves bright seashells on the sand, the sun goes down but the gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops & yet it echoes on in sweet refrains....for every joy that passes, something beautiful remains.---May GOD comfort you all the days of your lives.---Jodi CoanLouisville, Ky.
A life well-lived doesn't end any more than the music ends, it echoes through time with whispers of beauty and grace. If we listen, we can hear the encore with our hearts, for the songs play on, just as love lives on. Just remember that grief cannot take away the happiness you shared, that sorrow will fade in time, but love remains forever.---Nikki Coan, Louisville, Ky.
Tattered around the edges and faded now with time; memories that linger still, are what they left behind. Like a precious package, kept in a secret room; each a memory, a treasure, a family heirloom. On rare and quiet occassion, the package opens wide; revealing then the memories, that nestle there inside, faces etched in memories like a photo from the past; each snapshot printed in the heart, and memories that last.---Worn and ragged photographs, so faded now with time; yet the lasting love deep in your heart, is what they left behind.~~GOD BLESS~~Chloe Coan, Louisville, Ky.
Beautiful memories are wonderful things, they last till the longest day, they never wear out, never get lost, and can never be given away. To some you may be forgotten, to others a part of the past. But to those who loved you, your memory will last.~~Thank you Sgt. Parker for Defending America. I will never forget the sacrifice that you and others have made to keep me safe at night. ~~ Stevie Coan, Louisville, Ky.
There beside a grave she stands. A folded flag clutched in her hands. A silent teardrop on her face, her brave young child has entered grace. She does not hear the sermon said, just memories run through her head. The child she loved so long ago, the child with faith she let go. The child who heard the nation's call, and in the end gave it all. Without fear or thoughts of self, thoughts of freedom and little else. The bugle sounds TAPS in the wind, a mournful song it does send. A reminder to us all, that for freedom, this price was paid, and her sweet young to rest was laid.~~I am sorry for your loss. May you find peace, strength, and love.--Norma Coan, Louisville, Ky.
Ballad of a Soldier....I am a Soldier. My name is Freedom. I walk in the Valley of the Shadow of Death. I fear no Evil. I stand for courage, compassion, dignity and life.---My love is Democracy. I am the light in the darkness. I am the sword of the meek. I do not hate.---My code is Justice. I do not pale in the face of danger. I will not turn a blind eye. I do not tolerate transgression.---I am an Eagle. I empower the weak. I march boldly. I cry quietly. I sleep lightly. I love unconditionally. Call me in the night, I will come. Pray for me in darkness, I will bring my lamp. Whisper my name and I will hear.---I am the blood of innocence. I am not one face, but many. I am a mother, a father, a son, a daughter. I am no one and I am everyone. I am a soldier and freedom is my name.--- I cannot imagine losing my beloved child, let alone because of war. My heart goes out to you.---Marcella O'Nan
Empty Boots---Dog tags hang over boots laced up, a bayonet stabs the ground. Kevlar perched on a 16 butt, fellow soldiers gather around.---Warriors in their battle gear, weapons at their side, bow their heads as words are said, to honor one who died.~~An American hero gave his life Defending Liberty. The price he paid was gladly done, for country and family.~~Those empty boots do not support a body or soul. No more they'll run for cover or some loved one dear to hold.~~As one by one, soldiers pass, this tribute to their own. Thoughts fly to their families across the foam.~~ Now salute, as TAPS is played, blink tears out of your eyes. The ache you feel inside of your heart is Freedom's painful price.~~Mike Moss, Louisville, Ky
American Soldier---They ask him why he's leaving, why he's shipping off to fight. They fail to see what's on the line, all their freedoms, all their rights.~~Comprehension is beyond their grasps, that someone's got to go. And while every breath may be his last, no fear, no doubt will he ever show.~~~Because he knows that if he dies in some far off foreign land, that his valiant efforts may save lives of his countrymen, family and friends.~~And that girl's picture in his pocket, though how he longs to hold her, will forever be carried in the heart of this true American Soldier.---George Kessler U.S. Navy Retired.
Dear Staff Sgt. Reinke~~I am gratful you chose to go when others said the cause was wrong. You did not turn your back in order to help some way bring about peace. I am grateful for you because tonight I can sit down and eat a warm meal. I am grateful to you because of your sacrifice, I can say, " I do not like war." This without worrying that my door will be kicked in and I will be dragged away.~~Mostly I am grateful to you because of your sacrifices, I am reminded once again of what it is I have, for this I am grateful to you, because I can go out and say absolutely the dumbest things, and do so, because being dumb is not a crime.~~I am grateful to you, because I get to sit down with family and friends and have a meal in peace. I am also grateful to you, because if I think a certain politician is a fool....I can think it without being lined up against a brick wall and shot.~~There are many things Dear Staff Sgt. Reinke that I am grateful to you, because of the fact you did not say no. Peace be with yours and most of all I salute you, because, well I am grateful to you Dear Staff Sgt. Reinke.~~ Cordie Griffin, Louisville, Ky.
EAGLES~~To bring down evil, some must fall. To fight for right some answer the call.~~To help the oppressed, some give up their time, their homes, their lives, they're eagles not doves.~~To keep peace for those in need, some go into wars of just we read.~~To keep us safe, it's soldiers we call. They will all give some and some will give all.~~ Thank you Mr. Reinke for my Freedom. ~~Hilda Bryant Louisville, Ky.
Freedom isn't Free....I watched the flag pass by one day. It fluttered in the breeze. A young soldier saluted it, and thyen he stood at ease.~~I looked at him in uniform, so young, so tall, so proud,with hair cut square and eyes alert, he'd stand out in a crowd.~~I thought how many men like him had fallen through the years. How many had died on foreign soil? How many mother's tears ?~~How many Pilot's planes shot down ? How many foxholes were soldier's graves ? No-FREEDOM ISN"T FREE.~~I heard the sound of TAPS one night, when everything was still. I listened to the bugler play and felt a sudden chill.~~I wondered just how many times that TAPS meant "Amen" when a flag had draped a cofffin of a brother or friend.~~I thought of all the children, of the mothers and wives, of fathers, sons, sisters, and brothers with interrupted lives.~~I thought about a graveyard at the edge of town, Gavin that you wouldn't see, of all the graves of fallen soldiers. No-FREEDOM ISN'T FREE.~~Thank You again Staff Sgt. Reinke for my freedom. I just wish you did not have to pay the ultimate price. ~~Bob Mattingly U.S. Navy Sgt. Retired
TAPS....TAPS the most beautiful bugle call, known as the most eloquent of all.----Not only to signal the day is done, but to say goodbye, to a comrade, brother, or son.----A melody so hauntingly profound, a piercing yet peaceful sound.----Sounded over every soldiers grave, to honor those who were so brave.----Soldiers raise their hands to their caps, saluting the fallen as the bugler plays TAPS.----Rifles are fired in the sky, to say farewell to another American G.I.----Listening to the bugle play, reminds us of the price they had to pay.----The sound is bittersweet, letting go of a hero, to someday again meet.----Nothing is ever more touching perhaps, or can render emotion like the call of TAPS.----You can hear the bugle weep, where men of valor sleep.----Tears from a bugle fall, as TAPS is played, for the heroes who gave their all.----Thank You, Staff Sgt. Reinke for giving your all to Defend America and Freedom. I just wish you wouldn't have had to die. I salute you and most of all I am grateful to you for my Freedom.----Martin Bryant WWII Veteran Louisville Ky. U.S.A.----P.S. You are probably wondering why so many tributes from Louisville, Ky. ? Well just because we are grateful to you.
Eagles....To bring down evil, some must fall. To fight for right, some answer the call.----To help the oppressed, some give up their time, their homes, their loves, they're eagles not doves.----To keep peace for those in need, some go into wars of just we read.----To keep us safe, it's soldiers we call. They wil all give some and some will give all.---- Thank You, Spc. Bryan Quinton for giving your all to keep America Free. I just wish you didn't have to die, in order to protect people like me.---GOD BLESS----Bob Mattingly WWII Vet. Louisville, Ky.
Empty Boots----Dog tags hang over boots laced up, a bayonet stabs the ground. Kevlar perched on a 16 butt, fellow soldiers gather around.----Warriors in their battle gear, weapons at their side. bow their head as words are said, to honor the one who died.----An American Hero gave his life defending liberty. The price he paid was gladly done, for counrty and family.----Those empty boots do not support a body or soul. No more they'll run for cover or some loved one dear to hold.----As one by one, soldiers pass, this tribute to their own. Thoughts fly to their families across the foam.----Now salute, as TAPS is played, blink tears out of your eyes. The ache you feel inside your heart is Freedom's painful price.---Thank you Mr. Quinton for defending America and Freedom.----May you rest peacefully and to your family may GOD BLESS.----Kyle Richmond WWII Vet from Kentucky
A Whale Story.---I've been thinking about something I could write hear as a testimonial, but I cannot find the right words, but I was sent this by a friend, and instantly thought of The Reinke Family, so I would like to share this with all of you, knowing Gavin will already know this.---The Whale.---If you read the front page story of The San Francisco Chronicle, you would have read about a female humpback whale who had become entangled in a spider web of crab traps and lines. She was weighted down by hundreds of traps that caused her to struggle to stay afloat. She also had hundreds of yards of line wrapped around her body, her tail, her torso, a line tugging in her mouth.---A fisherman spotted her just east of the Favralone Islands ( Outside of the Golden Gate Bridge) and radioed an environmental group for help. Within a few hours, the rescue team arrived and determined she was so bad off, the only way to save her was to dive in and untangle her....one slap of the tail could kill a rescuer....They worked for hours with curved knives and eventually freed her.----When she was free, the divers said, she swam in what seemed like joyous circles. She then came back to each and every diver one at a time, and nudged them, pushed them gently around.----She thanked them. Some said it was the most incredible, beautiful experience of their lives.....The guy who cut the rope out of her mouth,says her eye was following him the whole time, he will never be the same.----May you and all those you love, be so blessed and fortunate, to be surrounded by people who will get you untangled from the things that are binding you. And may you always know the joy of giving and receiving gratitude. I pass this on to you in the same spirit.Cathryn Yashar, San Diego, Ca.
May you rest peacefully for the rest of eternity and live on forever in the hearts and memoies of the people who loved you.----Bob Bowling U.S. Army Airborne (WWII and Korean War Vet)
The OAK Tree......A mighty wind blew night and day. It stole the OAK tree's leaves away, then snapped its boughs and pulled it's bark until the OAK tree was tired and stark. But still the OAK tree held it's ground, while the other trees fell around
.......The weary wind gave up and spoke, " How can you still be standing, OAK ?.......The OAK tree said, " I know that you can break each branch of mine in two, carry every leaf away, shake my limbs and make me sway. But, I have roots stretched in the earth, growing stronger since birth. You'll never touch them, for you see, they are the deepest part of me.------Until today, I wasn't sure of just how much, I could endure. But now I've found with thanks to you, I'm stronger than I ever knew."--------Thank You Staff Sgt. Reinke for keeping America safe. But most of all, I salute you for your love of country. Loving her some much you were willing to give it all. I just wish you did not have to take the ultimate fall-----GOD BLESS-----William E. Meyer U.S. Army Retired Louisville, Ky.
There was no love more genuine than mine; in giving and receiving it was pure. Grieve not, for my legacy is love pure and true, each memory a gift that will endure, returning you to moments fair and fine.
In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter. And may the beauty of precious moments be your comfort.------Patty Tabor, Cecilia, Ky.
Don't think of Gavin as gone away, his journey has just begun. Life holds so many facets, this earth is only one.~~Just think of him as resting from sorrow and tears, in a place of warmth and comfort, were there are no days and years.~~Think of how he must be wishing that you could know today, how nothing but your sadness can really pass away.~~And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched and he was loved so much.~~Stevie Coan Louisville Ky.
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.-------David Hatfield, Grenada Mississippi.
Beautiful memories are wonderful things, they last till the longest day, they never wear out, never get lost, and can never be given away. To some you may be forgotten, to others a part of the past, But to those who loved you your memory will always last......GOD BLESS.......Cora Meyer, Louisville, Ky.
Tattered around the edges, and faded now with time; memories that linger still, are what he left behind. Like a precious package in a secret room; each a memory, a treasure, a family heirloom. On rare and quiet occassion, the package opens wide ;revealing then the memories, that nestle there inside faces etched in memories like a photo from the past; each snapshot printed in the heart, and memories that last.~~Worn and ragged photographs, so faded now with time; yet the lasting love deep in your heart , is what he left behind.~~Love, Hugs and Butterfly kisses. Nikki Clay Age:10 from Kentucky
Life matters not what you take with you......but the things you leave behind......and it is clear now he left a world of smiles. How could you not smile looking into those gorgeous eyes.
I wanted to find some words on a e-card. That would help you when life gets too hard. When deep in your heart there's no trace of joy or happiness. Some words that would comfort you----when late at night----the sadness and grief returns.----When you are too tired to fight. The tears that flow so often it seems that you will run dry.----And life gets so tough that you feel like you just want to cry. Or, at least hide somewhere from the unbearable. Someplace you can rest until you can find some joy again.----I wish, I knew what the words are that you so desperately need to hear----that will help and heal and remove some of the tears. What are the words that will lighten the load ? I wish I had a secret code.----If only I knew the words to say----to encourage and comfort you in some way. I do not know the words, but this I can do. I will pray to the Father for you.----Genetta Griffin, Gulf Shores, Alabama.
I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend, he referred to the dates on his tombstone from beggining to end.---He noted that first came the date of his birth and spoke the following date with tears, but he sad, what mattered most of all was the dash between those years.---For that dash represents all the time he spent alive on earth, and now only those that loved him knew what that little line is worth.----For it matters not how much we own....the cars....the house....the cash....What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.---So think about this long and hard, are there things you'd like to change ?---If we could just slow down enough to consider what is true and real, and always try to understand the way other people feel.---Be less quick to anger and show appreciation more and love people in our lives like we have never loved before.---If we treat each other with respect and more often wear a smile, remembering this special dash may only last a while.---So, when your eulogy is being read with your lifes actions to be rehashed, would you be proud of the things about how you spent your dash?Thank you Staff Sgt. Reinke for Defending FreedomEdward P. Meyer U.S. Navy WWII.
For all that knew me, know that I now have no pain. I have lived a life that has brought me no shame. I have lived and loved, that you can plainly see. I have gone to a better place. So, please don't grieve for me.
No person is ever truly alone. Those who live no more, whom you loved, echo still within your thoughts, your words, your hearts. And what they did, and who they were, becomes a part of all that you are, forever----Dorothy Bowling Louisville Ky.
May GOD Bless you---with bright stars in the sky when the way seems dark.---with smiles to cheer you when the road seems long.---with sunshine to warm you when the world seems cold.---with love to greet you when each day is done.Donetta Jewell, Clarksville, Tn.
Smile when you're sad. Love what you got and always remember what you had. Always forgive. Learn from your mistakes. But never regret. People change and things go wrong. But always remember that my love for you goes on and on.
The tide recedes but leaves bright seashells on the sand, the sun goes down but the gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops & yet it echoes on in sweet refrains......for every joy that passes, something beautiful remains.----I am sorry for your loss. May you find peace, strength, and love.----Norma Coan, Louisville, Ky.
There beside a grave she stands. A folded flag clutched in her hands. A silent teardrop on her face, her brave young child, has entered grace. She does not hear the sermon said, just memories run through her head. The child she held so long ago, the child with faith she let go. The child who heard the nation's call and in the end gave it all, without fear or thoughts of self, thoughts of freedom and little else. The bugle sounds TAPS in the wind, a mournful song it does send. A reminder to us all, that for freedom, this price was paid, and her sweet young to rest was laid.----Deepest and Most Heart-felt Sympathy----Nikki Coan, Louisville, Ky.-----U.S.A. all the way.
A life well-lived doesn't end any more than the music ends, it echoes through time with the whispers of beauty and grace. if we listen, we can hear the encore with our hearts, for the song plays on, just as love lives on. Just remember that grief cannot take away the happiness you shared, that sorrow will fade in time, but love remains forever.Chloe Coan Louisville, Ky. U.S.A.
A life well-lived doesn't end any more than the music ends, it echoes through time with whispers of beauty and grace. If we listen, we can hear the encore with our hearts, for the song plays on, just as love lives on. Just remember that grief cannot take awy the happiness you shared, that sorrow will fade in time, but love remains forever.----Margaret Collins, Louisville, Ky.
To some I may be nothing more than a distant memory. My life on earth is over now, but do you remember me ? I know I left without warning but GOD's work for me was through. Please do not try to stop the thoughts of me, because I never will of you. Some may hear or speak my name and vanish the thoughts of me, why is it now that I am gone, no one stops to see? I am closer to you now than I ever was before. I love you all and will for ever more. So please don't let my memories slowly fade away....for I'm still inside your heart you see, where I will always stay.Don't think of me as gone forever because we'll meet again. Keep me close inside your heart until GOD tells you when. You may be there for many years, no one ever knows, so let my memory stay alive as the love inside you grows.
Remember me in your hearts, in your thoughts, and the memories of the times we loved, the times we cried, and the times we laughed, for if you always think of me, I will never be gone.
Dedicated in memory of Spc. Quinton with his family in mind......The agony is so great....and yet I stand it. Had I not loved so very much, I would not hurt so much. But goodness knows , I would not want to diminish that precious love by one fraction of an ounce. I will hurt, and I will be grateful to take the hurt, for it bears witness to the depth of our meanings, and for that I will be eternally grateful.----May GOD be with you always-----Mark Regenauer, Age:13, Shelbyville, Ky.
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I am so sorry for the loss of this brave American Soldier. My son David was also stationed at Ft. Stewart. He was K.I.A. 4-27-07. It has almost been a year now. I know how hard it is for you to lose this wonderful Hero. Just wanted you to know you have my family's support and I know the support of a very grateful nation.Mom of PFC David Austin KirkpatrickK.I.A. 4-27-07Fallujah Iraq