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for Anthony Butterfield
Ethan Arguello
January 28, 2025
Always thinking of you. Your big smile, your selfless acts of courage and kindness are always remembered! Love you, brother!
Charlie Gili
November 17, 2021
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Anthony E. Butterfield US Marine Lance Corporal.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Brandon
July 16, 2021
In Clovis, every day is Memorial Day. You are not forgotten.
Respect and honor.
Pam Dustin
May 25, 2014
Thinking of you, Remembering you, an most of all Honoring you on this Memorial Day Weekend.
Pam Dustin
November 10, 2013
Thinking of you on this Veterans Day. I hope you and your brothers in arms are up there celebrating yourselves. Heroes remain in our hearts forever.
Pam Dustin
August 2, 2013
This I can promise-----You will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
July 29, 2013
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Anthony E. Butterfield:
Always remembering Anthony. "Some gave all."
Pam Dustin
May 29, 2013
Just wanted you to know that you are being thought of on this Memorial Week. I can promise you one thing; You will never be forgotten. I do hope that your family has read through the condolence made for you. They will be amazed at how many people care and always will.
Jack/Maria Williams
November 20, 2012
You and your family will be in our hearts and thoughts this Thanks Giving to thank our creator for sending us a Hero like you to fight what is right and to fight to give FREEDOM. Thank you and Semper Fi
Mike and Pam Dustin
November 19, 2012
I wanted you to know that you are being thought on this Thanksgiving. We will say a little prayer for you, your family and your brothers in arms. You will never be forgotten as HEROES live in our hearts forever.
The Williams Family
July 28, 2012
We will remember you on this Saturday July 28,2012 on the event ' A Day and Honor" July 28,2012. You will never be forgotten
Jack & Mariee Williams
May 29, 2012
As we remember my son SGT Christian B Williams, you are also remembered with your Fallen comrades. Thank you and rest in peace with God Semper Fi
Pam Dustin
May 28, 2012
I just wanted to tell you that on this Memorial Day weekend, you are being thought. I have often wondered if your Dad recieved the condolence book that I made in your honor. I hope he did and was honored to see how very many people cared about you and your family.
I can promise you one thing. You will never be forgotten. I think of you and your family often.
HEROES NEVER DIE. THEY LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
I truly do believe this.
with love and respect
Jack & Maria Williams FAMILY
January 10, 2012
Tony, you are always in our thoughts whenever we think of our Christian. John 15:13 " Greater love has no one than this,that he lay down his life for a friend" What a nice verse that match your character. You have delivered the message of God the Father. Thank You
Jason Edwards
October 8, 2011
Tony,
Not a day goes by where I don't think about you. From your name tattooed across my arm, to the chilling radio transmition I heard that day while on post. I had the privledge to go to high school, SOI, 3rd LAR and deploy with you.
I remember the time in SOI you bet the CO, Fresno St. would beat Boise St. and the CO had to get down and push in front of everyone. That was cool!
I am so sorry it has taken me so long to come and see you, but when Matt (Abbate) died last year I had to come home to see you both and say goodbye. I'm gonna try and see you more often, pls understand that I have always felt guilty for coming home without you, yet I am so fortunate to have lived and fought by your side.
Jason Edwards
USMC 05-09 3rd LAR A Co.
Clovis, CA
Residing in Phoenix, AZ
Mariee Williams
September 25, 2011
Losing a child is unbearable, I am thinking of your dear Momma Robin today and you too Tony. May the good Lord keep her warm in His loving arms
Mariee Williams
August 2, 2011
Anthony, Christian, Jason, Phillip, Randy, Chad, Adam, Shane are always in my heart and thoughts. The 29 was really a very hard day for me and my family. We had you remembered in the memorial we had here in Winter Haven " A Day of Honor & Remembrance". Two Marines of Delta Co 3rd LAR came to speak about you guys. So great to know that you will always be remembered. Ethan did great telling stories about you guys and so as Courtney. And I think as they attended the memorial it also helps them heal to speak about each one of you. The Seven warriors the Dragoons. You guys are good Marines and awesome.Semper Fidelis is the right word
Sandy Graham
July 30, 2011
Remembering the life, the service and the great sacrifice that Anthony made for our freedoms. God bless his family always.
Peggy Childers
July 29, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Anthony E. Butterfield:
Please accept my remembrance of Anthony on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
July 29, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Anthony E. Butterfield:
Remembering Anthony on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
The Williams Family
July 15, 2010
Hello Anthony,the day is coming and last week was so hard for me. I thought about all of you, so unselfish to give everything you have. I know that your Momma and your family is missing you a lot. We have a Warriors walk for the Fallen the 30th of this month & on a Saturday. We will be honoring and thinking about you guys because in our hearts you will never be forgotten.
Pam Dustin
July 3, 2010
It seems fitting to write to you on this Fourth of July. Without you, your brothers in arms, our veterans and all branches of the Military, we probably wouldn't know what freedom meant. From freedom of speech and religion, to the small things that we take for granted like walking our dog or shopping, I thank you. I don't think that saying thank you seem enough. I will Honor you until the day I die, and, I Will Never Forget.
Pam Dustin
May 30, 2010
I just wanted to to let you know that I am thinking of you on this Memorial Day. You are a true HERO and will NEVER be forgotten.
I would like to think that you are celebrating yourselves up there in Heaven with your brothers in arms.
with love and respect,
Mike and Pam Dustin
Tina Howard
May 10, 2010
Hello Mrs Butterfield and family,
I am DI Sgt Ethan Duncan Arguello's mom. Ethan served with Anthony in the 3rd LAR Wolfpack during the 2006 deployment to Iraq. He was a Lance Cpl then, now he's at Parris Island turning recruits into Marines.
I haven't posted before but I've kept you in my heart and my prayers these past years. Ethan holds him in high honor and will remember him always.
I read all their stories again this week. What a fine young man you raised.
Ethan suggested that I let you know I've mentioned Anthony in a post to my blog. I also plan to put together another post with a brief biography of Anthony and his fellow heroes between now and Memorial Day.
http://pecancorner.blogspot.com/2010/05/heroes-of-mundane-once-and-future.html
May God bless you at all times,
Adam Romero
March 10, 2010
I still miss you, it doesn't seem like it's been 5 years since forming up at Shaw and Willow for some motivated DEP PT.
DISgt Ethan Arguello
March 4, 2010
I can still see you on patrol with your goggles on..seems like last week. Miss you and love you bro
Mr.&Mrs Williams
February 24, 2010
Almost four years Tony but we are thinking of you. We will always be thankful for your services.
Jack & Maria Williams
November 10, 2009
Happy Marines Birthday! We were thinking about you and all your fallen brothers. Semper Fi Marine
Kenna Larra
October 5, 2009
My name is Kenna; I am trying to contact the family of fallen soldier Lance Cpl. Anthony E. Butterfield who died July 29th, 2006, while fighting for our Country, war on terror. I am the secretary of Project Compassion, a nonprofit organization who paints portraits of fallen soldiers who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. These portraits are 100% free and they are painted and shipped directly to the family of to the door so that they can always be “Honored and Remembered”. My contact information is listed below and a Portrait Request form will be included with this letter. Please fill free to contact me via phone, e-mail and/or us postal service. On November 11th, 2009, Veterans day – Mike Harris, President of another nonprofit organization called, “Brotherhood of the Badge International”, and I are trying to contact the family’s so that the portraits can be presented to the fallen soldiers, Mother, Father, and/or spouse- (each one of these family members are entitled to their own portrait). If one or more of these family members are not available to request a portrait, portraits can be requested by other family members on their behalf. Videos and articles are available on our web site, www.heropaintings.com. I appreciate your help with any information you can pass back to me on this family! Any help is greatly appreciated.
Bless you,
Bless our troops,
Sincerely,
Kenna Larson
3505 South 2840 West
P.O. Box 153
Manti, Utah 84642
www.heropaintings.com
[email protected]
435-835-9429
Peggy Childers
July 29, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Anthony E. Butterfield:
Anthony 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
Jack & Marie Williams
July 29, 2009
Hi Tony. It's been three years now but your memory will last. Your services & sacrifices are much appreciated. Thank you for giving up your own life for a good cause. Semper Fi
melissa cantu
July 27, 2009
its gunna be 3 yrs on wed, i still cant belive ur gone....i miss you like crazy everyday and i love you more. R.I.P. Tony, I'll be seeing you again some day....
Family Williams
May 24, 2009
OOHRAH Marines. We are thinking of you and thank you Marines . Semper Fi
Pam Dustin
May 23, 2009
I wanted you to know that we will be thinking of you on this Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day is a day that once was just a day for me. Then, my grandson joined the Marines and my life changed forever. I learned what the word patriotic meant, and, the sacrifices that you young heroes made. I will be at the beach on the 31st. I will sit on the beach and watch the beautiful waves which are eternal to me. I will think of you and the sacrifice you made for all of us. You, too, are eternal and will never be forgotten.
Kenna Larra
March 30, 2009
“”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 1,450 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 [email protected] 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,
Kenna
The Williams Family
December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas Marine. Enjoy your time with the infant JESUS
Katrina Swanson
November 11, 2008
Today, this Veteran's day, Bill and I attended a funeral for a dear friend who served in the military. We thought of Tony, and just wanted to express our thanks for his service and his love of this country.
The Williams Family
November 10, 2008
Happy Birthday Marine. Were thinking about you and tomorrow Veterans Day we will be remembering you guys. Semper Fidelis
The family Williams
September 9, 2008
Just thinking about you and the boys. Your sacrifices are much appreciated. Semper Fi
In Memory of Anthony ~ (Debra Estep)
July 29, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know 'Tony', but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
The Williams Family
June 4, 2008
You are always in our thoughts and our hearts. Semper Fi
June 1, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Butterfield!
Michael Dolan
May 27, 2008
An amazing young man, no doubt. His final written words touched my heart,..... grabbed my heart, and made me feel true loss.
But his influence on others will live on!
Lisa Habbley
November 14, 2007
My prayers go out to you and your family. Tony was a good friend of my son, Lance Corporal Derek Habbley. They trained together and became close as they shared their journey of becoming a member of the Marine Corp. family. Your family was so kind and gracious to welcome my son into your home on Thanksgiving and for that I want to extend my heartfelt thanks. God bless Tony and all of the service men and women for all that they do.
R A
October 4, 2007
I have been a Marine for 28 years. I have had my share of losing members of my Marine Corps family. I feel your loss, I mourn it, and I wish you serenity and comfort in the fact that your Marine was transferred to Heaven's Guard Duty detail. Very few things in life move me, yet the love this young man had for his family and expressed in his final letter really gripped me and made me feel proud to wear the same uniform he did. In the end I say to you "TONY"; Sleep and rest, you are the best. Thank you for your devotion and I say to you LIFE'S RACE WELL RUN, LIFE'S WORK WELL DONE. AND THE HERO'S CROWN WELL WON!
May god bless you and and keep you in his care. Semper Fidelis
Col. R.A. USMC
Gary & Maggie Cassen
September 12, 2007
It's been over a year now and I'm finally able to search around and see what Tony and his fellow Marines went through. I have a picture of Tony and Mason (Gary Jr.) On my desk and I think of them often. We are so sorry for your loss and just know he and you will be in our hearts for ever.
August 15, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Michael Shuemaker
August 14, 2007
Lance Cpl. Anthony Edward Butterfield. Thank you for your sacrifice. My name is Michael. I live in Knoxville, TN. While recently searching the net for my latest idea for a blog, I ran across a letter. A letter written by Anthony. A "If you're reading this letter." I can't explain the emotions I have felt since reading that letter. It was the first of it's kind I had read. A 19 'boy' gave his life for me and my country. I did some research and found some details about his life, and his death. i began to think about where I was on the day of July 29, 2006. It was 2 days before my 30th birthday. I was at the beach with my family. Little did my wife or I know the amazing sacrifice that took place at that exact time. Little did my 5 and 8 year old kids know, that a hero had just given his life for our freedom. Thank You. Thank You Lance Cpl. Anthony Edward Butterfield for your sacrifice. If anyone knows how to contact the family of Anthony, please send me an email, as I would like to send my condolences.
Miriam Paulus
July 31, 2007
To our dear friends. We did not know Tony but in our hearts he never goes away.We are extremely proud of his decision to protect us at any cost. That takes a special person. It has been a year since his passing and not a day goes by that he does not enter our minds and a special prayer is said for him and all of these young men who have been so brave. A nation which forgets its defenders will itself be forgotten. You as parents and siblings have much to be proud of. We know this will not bring Tony back but he is with God looking down on us. Young men like Tony are our blessing.
Ed and Miriam Paulus
Skip and Chris Engel
July 30, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Butterfield and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a 19 year old Lance Cpl deploying soon
Kathy Wood
July 29, 2007
Dear Tony,
Not a day goes by that we don't think of you and your family, and your passion to serve our country. It was good for us to visit with you today. We felt your warmth in the sun and your presence in the breeze that came up. As we drove home it is as if you requested that Tim McGraw song on the radio, so you could speak to us. It is hard to believe a year has passed. The little reminders of the time you shared with our family, the photos, the momentos and of course, Sebastian make us smile and we think of the you. Everytime I see a VW bus, I think of you two kids running out to Pismo. You are our hero and you are forever in our hearts.
PS Tell my Dad hi. He always enjoyed your visits.
Momma Williams
June 30, 2007
Hi Tony. Know that everyday of my life I think about you boys. Every time I offer a prayer I pray for you that God will keep you in His arm and care although I know well that you guys are already with Him maybe doing that makes me feel better. We had a great time in DC with Kathy, her brother and the Galvez family, The Newman, and the Butterfield your family. Your mother is just so sweet. We got to meet your grand parents too.. It was a very pleasant day of reunion and the great surprise of the Remembrance is to see Kenny Lyons walking and standing on his unifrom. He did a great improvement since I last saw him at Twenty Nine Palms. We also dine with Lt Cornel Jones and his wife. Your death Anniversary is coming. I cannot believe that it is almost a year now.I arranged a Memorial for you and the seven boys of 3rd LAR Dragoons this 29th of July. It will be at St. Joseph church in Winter Haven. The services will start at 1:00 PM till 5:00 PM. There will be masses for you and the boys and few churches of Polk county will also hold a mass. Tony you have left us an extended family and thank you again.
Maria Williams
May 17, 2007
Hi Tony has to get up so early. Just feeling so heavy in my heart. Been thinking about you boys and looking forward to see your Mom & dad again at DC this coming Sunday. We are going to attend the Remembrance Day. You boys deserve to be remembered not only by your family members and the Marine Core family but the world has to remember each one of you. Please let Sgt. Williams know that I miss him so much and so proud of him and you boys for the dedication and services you have given the country.SEMPER FI
Clay Alcorn
May 15, 2007
Hey Tony.
You are one of my hero's for being in the Marines, and even though i don't remember a whole lot on you my bro Bryce and my mom told my a lot about you and how you stud up for me when Bryce was picking on me. lol miss you and thank you for being a U.S Marine.
Brian Scheidt
April 24, 2007
Hey Tony,
Man I miss you bro. I think about you constantly and the sacrifice you gave to this country. I'm headed to Iraq here around July... Its now my turn to finish what you started. You were a great friend and I miss you deeply. Your memory always comes to my mind when doing something I dont think I can do. Whether its an extra boost during a pt test or just being pushed to your limits as a soldier. God Bless you and your family and all of our other brothers out there in combat.
~PFC Scheidt
Lori Hemmingsen-Souza
April 23, 2007
Dear Family,
What a horrible loss for you all ... to loss this wonderful and much loved son & patriot. Please know that so many, who never met you or Tony, are very grateful for his unselfish dedication to serve our country and help in a cause on foreign ground, away from his family and all that was confortable for him. We have a nephew stationed in Iraq. I pray for his safety daily and eagerly await him coming home. God bless and keep your Tony in the light of his love until we all meet in Heaven. God bless all of you - with our heartfelt sympathy & God bless America.
Lori Hemmingsen-Souza & Carroll Souza
KAYLA WOODS/ EISMANN
February 16, 2007
TONY,
I MISS YOU SO MUCH. YOU WOULDN'T BELIEVE THE DREAMS I HAVE ABOUT YOU... I DREAM ALMOST EVERY NIGHT ABOUT YOU COMING BACK AND ME SEEING YOU AND JUST CRYING AND BEING SO OVERWHELMED WITH JOY. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, I CANT EVEN DESCRIBE THE THINGS THAT WENT THROUGH MY HEAD WHEN I HEARD THE HORRIFIC NEWS OF YOUR PASSING. I STILL TEAR UP WHEN I HEAR YOU NAME, SEE A PICTURE OF YOU, OR EVEN JUST THINK OF YOU. YOU ARE BY FAR MY HERO, I CAN'T WAIT TO WALK IN HEAVEN WITH YOU. I MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. ALSO I WANT TO SAY TO YOUR FAMILY I LOVE YOU ALL TOO. I KNOW THAT I NEVER REALLY GOT REAL CLOSE TO EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY BUT I DO FEEL CONNECTED TO ALL OF YOU. STAY STRONG!
DAVID AND RYAN,
I CAN'T IMAGINE THE PAIN THAT HAS OVERWHELMED THE TWO OF YOU IN THE LAST MONTHS BUT I DO KNOW THE PAIN I HAVE FELT AND THAT IS ALL I CAN COMPARE IT TO. I AM SO SORRY FOR OUR LOSS. I LOVE YOU BOYS WITH ALL MY HEART. STAY STRONG TOO AND IN CONTACT.!
Glen Nevogt
January 15, 2007
“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines
Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full
We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward
What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives
Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us
They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown
Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full
Carolyn Lightfoot
January 8, 2007
To the family of LCpl. Anthony E. Butterfield;
My heart breaks for your family at the loss of your hero.
I know that there is nothing we can say to take away the pain you are feeling - but I just hope knowing that there are so many people out there that do care about you!
Our son is also with the 3/4 and I know that this was very hard for him.
Please know that we are thinking about you now - and in the months ahead.
Your son is a hero - and will always be remembered! He is now an angel watching over all of us.
God bless and Semper Fi,
Very Proud Marine Mom of LCpl. Brad T. - 3/4 Weapons Company
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
December 2, 2006
To the Butterfield family: I previously signed Tony's guest book. I saw a picture of Tony in a tribute to Sgt. Christian Williams. From the most inner part of my heart I am so sorry Tony was taken from you. Tony you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
Jack & Maria Williams
November 11, 2006
Hi Tony. HAPPY VETERANS DAY! It was a nice services at Bushnell Cemetery to honor the veterans living and the passed. You deserve to be honored and your brothers and sisters in the service. You boys will always be remembered. Semper Fi.
Andrew Blanchard
November 4, 2006
May you grow up to be righteous,
May you grow up to be true,
May you always know the truth
And see the lights surrounding you.
May you always be courageous,
Stand upright and be strong,
May you stay forever young.
God bless you Tony
Maria Williams
October 30, 2006
HI Tony. We are all thinking about you. I was trying to log in last night but my computer was acting up and won't let me in to your guest book. It was 11th Saturday last time and yesterday was the third month since you, Chris, Phil, and Jayson was taken by our good Lord Jesus. We are so proud of you boys and know that we will always remember you and your dedication to this country. Thank you Tony , thank you. Have peace with our creator and rest with Jesus. Semper Fi.
Love
Maria
Maria Williams
October 28, 2006
To you Tony and to the Butterfield family. Thank you again. I remember you , for today is the 11th Saturday when Jesus took your hands. Have peace with God and Jesus. You will always be remembered. Semper Fi.
Love
Cheryl Shand
October 28, 2006
To all of Tony's family:
Your hearts are broken, but you are also filled with pride at this magnificent young hero. A light has gone out in this world with our loss, but a light has gone in another world with their gain.
mike and fran millet
October 27, 2006
The Butterfield family is in our prayers this day and we express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved son. He is a hero and we thank him and you for the sacrifice he made for our country.
Mr& Mrs M Millet
John Caynon
October 27, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Butterfield, You and your family have my deepest sympathies for the loss of your son. Thank you for raising an honorable young man who wished to serve his country. May the Lord continue to comfort you and hold you in the palm of his hand.
William Blaylock
October 27, 2006
Mrs. Butterfield I wish to personally thank you and your family for Anthony's service to our country. I know is now standing guard at Heaven's Gate. SEMFER FI!
Bill Blaylock
USMC/Retired
Jeff Close
October 27, 2006
May the Lord comfort and strengthen you.
Thank you for giving us this fine young man. He was taken from us far too early.
Maria Williams
October 8, 2006
My dear Tony. It was a joy in my heart that the boys of 3rd LAR are back home safe with their families. It was also a pleasure to meet with the families of your buddies Jayson,
Philip,Adam,Chad,Randy, Shane and your dad & mom, and meeting your mom made me known you.
What kind of a person were you, and her kindness and thoughtfulness
made me remember the kindness you have shown to our country, the kindness you have shown and shared with my son Christian and your fellow Marines, the devotion of your mother to the Fallen Marines family is also seen in the
dedication you have shared with the Marine Corps and your countrymen. We are so proud of you boys. Thank you again Tony, and may you Christian and the rest of the boys enjoy peace with God, the angels and the saints.We will always remember you, and will always love you. Semper Fi.
Andrew Hansen
October 6, 2006
I went threw boot camp and SOI with tony our last weekend me tony and a friend cassin stayed in a motel with his parents his friendship got us threw alot of hard times in boot camp and soi being home sick and everything else and when his mother came down to visit we had more cookies and beefjerkey then we knew what to do with made me feel at home im proud to call tony a bestfriend but more then that a brother
Trina Swanson
September 12, 2006
Robin - I thought of you today, as I do every day. I hope the picture we placed in the photo album brings back special memories. We were blessed to have spent so much time with you, Keith and the kids. Again, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
September 11, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Butterfield family in the loss of Anthony. I did not know Anthony, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Tony my heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Tony, front and center, with brother, sisters and friends at a Clovis swim meet.
September 11, 2006
The Cobbs
September 2, 2006
Military Parents,
Sara Bonakdar
August 25, 2006
The butterfields-
I knew tony very well, he was a huge part of my life throughout high school. He was always there for me in my time of need, I did my best to do the same. The last time I saw tony was before he left to bootcamp and I never imagined that it would be the last time I ever see him. I also know Jeremy, he's a wonderful person and a character like Tony, you guys did an amazing job rasing tony as all your beautiful children, he had a heart of gold, and he will live in mine forever. I hope that you all are hanging in there, I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Angelina hernandez
August 17, 2006
to the family and friends of Anthony Butterfield.
I didnt know much of tony personally, but i met him through my brother Reuben, i know if his sister Bailey, Im soo sorry of your loss no words can explain the feelings, When i found out it felt as if i had loss someone of my family. to have someone soo close to you go to a better place. All my prayers are towards you and your family.i wish you all nothing but the best.
Maria & Jack Williams
August 16, 2006
To the parents and family of Lance Cpl Anthony Butterfield. Hi there. My name is Maria lisa Williams. I am the mother of Sgt Christian B Williams. I am sorry that it took me a while to send you our deep condolences. Words is not enough to express our deep sympathy to you.Remember those we love remain part of us. " our loved ones leave the world,but never our hearts".May our gracious Lord send his angels to comfort you in sorrow. May his peace & love grow in your heart with every new tomorrow.A hug and condolences from all of us.Our young men truly walked the walk.
Terry Baro
August 14, 2006
It has taken me a few days to gather myself to write. My husband and I attended the candle light memorial at Buchanan and graveside services. There are no words that can possibly comfort you now but my prayers are with you.
With sincere thoughts,
Terry Baro
USMC Gold Star Mother
Cpl. Jeremiah Baro
KIA 11/04/04
Adam Romero
August 14, 2006
To the Butterfields,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. When I first heard it hit me like a stack of bricks. Tony and I were in the delayed entry program together and I remember always looking forward to the DEP functions because I knew Issac and him would always be there crackin' jokes and having fun. I still don't want to believe but know that I am keeping you at the forefront of my mind and am constantly praying for you guys. Tony was a great person and an awesome Marine. He will be greatly missed.
LCPL Romero, Adam
LCPL Butterfield, July 2006 Ramadi, Iraq My Friend, My Brother, My Hero
Katharine Baucus
August 12, 2006
To the parents of a hero!
My husband was with your son until the end. Phill spoke of Tony, and with respect. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy
Trina Swanson
August 11, 2006
It was with great sadness that my husband and I learned yesterday of Tony's passing. With a daughter in the Air Force, and a son who just got out of the Coast Guard, we have some understanding of the sacrifices that military families make. Tony and his family have made the ultimate sacrifice and he died a Hero. We remember Tony as a delightful child, full of energy and always smiling. Our hearts ache thinking of the pain that Robin, Keith and their family is going through. We are praying for them, the families of the other soldiers that were killed that day, and for every soldier who is serving our country now.
Brad, Sherri, Natalie and Hannah Bennett
August 10, 2006
Dear Butterfield Family and Friends of Tony
There are simply no words we can offer that would express our grief for your loss or our graditude for the blessing you bestowed on us all by sharing your courageous Son.
Our deepest sympathies are extended to you all. Our Daughters and Nephews got to know a true Hero in Anthony and we thank God for putting your son in our paths.
God Bless and Comfort You All,
terry miller
August 10, 2006
We are Deeply sadden about your lost.Of a wonderful son &solider may god bless you And your family .Were Sending YOU ARE DEEPEST SYMPATHY.MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN HIS WONDERFUL ARMS.
Jesse Hall
August 10, 2006
I was driving home from work when I passed the cemetery and I saw a large crowd. I read the paper the next day and then I knew. I had already been to Legacy.com and seen Anthony's name. I know how it feels to lose a brother. I'm very proud of this family and applaud you and of course Lance Cpl. Anthony E. Butterfield.
Brian Scheidt
August 9, 2006
Dear Tony's Family,
I was in shock when I heard of Tony's passing. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I grew up with Tony all the way through 6th grade. We played on countless sports teams together throughout our childhood from soccer, to football, and on the playground. I even remember the 6th grade party at your house. Then I moved to Clovis West and would occasionally see him from time to time. Then along came CART. Where I was able to see Tony almost everyday. I remember Tony, David and I talking about the past and how things have changed so much. Both Tony and I talked about how we were both joining the military after high school. Tony the Marines and me the Army. Tony gave the greatest sacrifice anyone can give to our great country. I would have loved to serve with Tony in Iraq. He was my buddy and I'll never forget how he could turn anything into something funny. He will be greatly missed. I was unable to attend the funeral because of a training mission. But I will be back home in Fresno sometime in September. Tony you are my hero. God Bless the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!
Private First Class Brian K. Scheidt
Liz Villa
August 9, 2006
I did not have the honor of knowing your beloved son, Anthony. But from what I have known of him, he was so loved, as he also loved, he was very courageous and a child of the living God. May knowing he is at rest in the fathers arms, bring much comfort to his family and friends. May God's peace be yours and his spirit see you through each day.
Sincerely,
Liz
San Diego, CA
Cindy Chacon
August 8, 2006
He gave the biggest sacrafice that could be given, his life for us, his country America. Only because of this expression and love that he had for his country am I able to freely express my deepest sincere regret of the cost,your son's life. He will be rewardly for doing what he was called to do and doing the best that he could. My deepest condolences.
Ed and Miriam Paulus
August 8, 2006
Our hearts and minds are sad. This young man must have been totally unselfish. We never met Tony but he is part of us biologically and that makes our sadness deeper. He is a Marine forever. God will take care of him and reward him for his bravery. Life will go on but we will all be a little more gratefull for the sacrifices that are being made in Iraq. Ours is the land of the free because of the brave.
Marlene Thompson
August 8, 2006
At this time of deep and very personal sadness, please accept our caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved son Tony. May God be with you and your family during these difficult days.
Love,
Jim, Marlene, & Justin Thompson
Sally McCoy
August 8, 2006
To the Butterfield Family:
We do not know you, but our hearts go out to you in this difficult time. We do not know your pain, but share your sorrow. My husband will be deployed in October and as each day gets closer my heart aches, not knowing if he will return home safe. But as your son served proudly to protect our country and preserve our freedom, my husband too feels the same. Thank you for raising your son to be the special young man that he was. May HIS BRAVERY and COURAGE give us ALL strength to face each new day with faith and hope that this war will be over soon. God be with you now and always.
In deepest sympathy,
The McCoy Family
Sally, Patrick and MSGT Anthony McCoy (144th Fighter Interceptor Wing USAF/ANG)
Joan Nelson
August 7, 2006
To the Butterfields, My heart is so heavy in the loss of your sweet son, Tony. There are no words to desribe the sadness you are enduring. My son Nic was a warrior too and his life was taken. It was a war against leukemia. If there is anything that I can do for you PLEASE call me. I pray that our boys know each other in heaven and that God's grace will continue to help us through this life without them. Blessings to you, Love, Joan Nelson (Phillippians 4:13)
Lorie Smith
August 7, 2006
As the family of a Fresno Marine, our hearts and prayers go out to your family in your time of grief. My son was in boot camp about the same time as your son and I can not imagine what you are going through. All I can say that he is and always will be a hero in the hearts of all true americans. Thank you for raising such a brave young man. Semper Fi Anthony. The Family of LCPL Darrell E. Smith Jr.
The Fresno Bee Newspaper
August 7, 2006
May the love and support of your family and friends carry you through this difficult time. Thank you for placing your tribute notice in our newspaper.
Mike, Kelly, Amanda, Heather Jones
August 7, 2006
To Keith, Robin, and Family:
May God comfort you and my you know His love and peace during this difficult time. No words can express the depth of your loss. Know that we all are so grateful and proud of Tony for his bravery and dedication to keeping America the "Land of the Free." Love to you all.
Katherine Ledesma
August 7, 2006
To the Buttefield Family:
This weekend while visiting families in Clovis, my brother (father of Jeremiah Baro) spoke of your loss and told us he attended the vigil for Tony at Buchanan HS. We understand your loss and there are no words to express how sorry I am to hear of this news. I hope that family and friends will be near you to ease the pain of losing your son. I found peace in talking about the wonderful memories we had of Jeremiah and how we were blessed to have shared his life. I wish you peace in your hearts, please know that there are many people around that can help you through these times. Take care!
The Bussert Family
August 7, 2006
Each time we hear of the loss of one of "our" boys, our hearts cry out. We know several families whose sons are serving in Iraq right now. We are praying for your family as we pray for all of them - for the peace that comes from knowing where your precious son is going to spend eternity, and for the merciful grace that will allow you to smile when you think of good memories and special times laughing and playing with Tony. May God above bless you and keep you. May He hold you in the palm of His hand and carry your family through this painful time. You are in our prayers.
Dae Emerzian
August 7, 2006
Keith and Robin-
On behalf of the American Legion I send you our condolences. I know Tony was a hero and will forever be a brother in arms, Semper Fi and God Bless you.
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