LaVena L. Johnson Obituary

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Johnson Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in Afghanistan. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one, Lavena L. Johnson US Army Private 1st Class. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

May God continue to comfort you and strengthen you as you soldier on to seek justice and truth for your baby girl. Continue to fight as we shall continue to pray and stand in agreement for healing.

Praying for some justice.

I will continue to pray for you and your family. Stay strong Johnson family and remember God is in control.

To the family and friends of Pfc. LaVena L. Johnson:
Please accept my remembrance of LaVena on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.

Rest In Peace PFC. Lavena L. Johnson
Your being in this part of the world and not fearing sacrificing your life for the freedom of others shows your true humane nature .Live good in heaven along with other comrades of you. God bless you for an eternal life there.

You are not forgotten

To the family and friends of Pfc. LaVena L. Johnson:
Remembering LaVena on the anniversary of her passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family of Pfc. LaVena L. Johnson:
LaVena 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

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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

I had not heard this story of LaVena Johnson until I read it on the Final Call website...my condolences to the family...I live in Winchester, KY and I don't know the family at all, but reading this story shocked me to no end and makes me feel so sad...my thoughts and prayers are with you.

To the dear family of LaVena,

I had contacted you in the year that LaVena passed. You might have thought since you have not heard from me that I have forgotten, I have not.
Even though you have not heard back from me, I think of you all so often and pray that God brings you a peace that only HE can.



~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

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

God Bless the Women of this country who have overcome the obstacles as they achieve their goals to proudly wear a uniform for our armed forces !

May we all remind ourselves to do what we can to continue to make them remain proud.

PFC Johnson:
You are most certanly NOT forgotten.

Semper Fi,
"Major Pain"

My sincerest gratitude to your family, to YOU for the most supreme sacrifice! Both of my sons are ARMY, my 20yr old still in IRAQ. God's love to your family and friends.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Johnson!

May you Rest In Peace, and God forever send Blessings to your loved ones.

With Sympathy
SFC Miller, David
Active Army

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)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Johnson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses her! May God bless all of you!!

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOST. SHE WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL, VIBRANT YOUNG LADY, JUST BEGINNING HER LIFE, WANTING TO SERVE HER COUNTRY. MY HEAR CANNOT EVEN BEGIN TO IMAGINE THE PAIN YOU'RE GOING THROUGH. YOUR GRIEF MUST BE UNBEARABLE, PARTICULARLY IN LIGHT OF RECENT EVENTS. YOU HAVE MY HEARTFUL SYMPATHY AND SUPPORT. PLEASE ACCEPT MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES. IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

My heart goes out to you over the tragic loss of your wonderful daughter. I pray that she will find justice. Yours truly,

Words fail as comfort from this tragic loss. May an appreciative nation’s concern for the truth help keep LaVena’s duty-minded spirit and honor warm within your hearts and minds.

My heart goes out to you and your family. I've seen you and your wife on television and god has truly given you the grace to carry on. The photos of Levena are so beatiful, her smile is wonderful. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless

To the family of this beautiful young lady LaVena. Thank you for bringing such a brave young beautiful woman in the world. God has his hands on her now. I will continue to pray for all our soldiers. I have a 21 yr old and 19yr old in the Army and I am so proud of all our soldiers. God Bless you

Certainly, "Earth has no sorrow, that Heaven cannot heal". I just wanted to express to the family of LaVena, that my prayers have been with our young men and women throughout this tedious task that they so bravely endure. Rest assured, that God has embraced LaVena with openned arms, and you as Parents and Family should be so graciously proud, of a life well done! My continued Prayers to you all. Terrance (U.S.Army)

Lavena shall always have a special place in our hearts. Linda and John we will always remember you and your family in our Prayers. Keep the fight and never give up. God is on you side. Be Blessed.

May Pfc. Lavena L. Johnson, rest in the Mighty Hands of God and know that you shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

I Pray that God's Loving Grace and Comfort will continue to be with the Johnson family.

There will never be enough ways,

to humbly thank these Heroes,

for their Courage and Sacrifice,

my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.



"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,

there shall be no more death,

nor sorrow, nor crying,

there shall be no more pain.

For the former things have have passed away."

Revelations 21:4

TO MY DEAR COUSIN LAVENA I MISS YOU SO MUCH EVEN THOUGH I DIDNT REALLY GET TO SEE YOU GROWING UP TO BE THE BEAUTIFUL YOUNG LADY I STILL MISS WHEN YOU AND KEKE CAME AND GOT YOUR HAIR BRAIDED AS LITTLE GIRLS. YOU WERE A TRUE ANGEL AND REALLY A SWEETHEART. LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!!!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HER BEAUTIFUL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A PROUD MARINE MOM

I'm just learning of the death of your daughter in Iraq, a whole year later. As this second year passes, I hope that you will find a peace and comfort that passes understanding. I can't express how much sorrow I feel at your loss. LaVena, darling, you will not be forgotten. Rest easy in the arms of Jesus.

I was looking on line for memorials becuase I lost my friend Ramona Valdez and I saw LaVena's memorial. It hit home with me. Even though I did not know her, I feel pain about this situation because of the circumstances and because she was a positive individual. This is a loss for mankind. I pray for justice and peace for the family and LaVena.

To the family of LaVena L. Johnson. I was reading about your tragic loss in the June 2006 issue of Essence magazine. I pray that in time you will find answers to your questions and peace in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Johnson family in the loss of LaVena. I did not know LaVena, 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. LeVena it has been seven months since you were taken. You are a 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~

May God Bless the family of Pvt. Lavena L. Johnson. I first met Lavenna at Fort Lee, Virginia. She was a very sweet young lady. I often encouraged her as she encouraged me. She was like a daughter to me. I am 16 years older than her. Like Lavena I to was suppose to go to FT. Campbell but I became sick. Her Advice to me was to stop eating Meat since she was a vegetarian. All in all I just Want her family to know that She was and will always be a beautiful young lady. She was the 1 in a million. My hearts goes out to her family and friends. Her last words to me was "I am going to Iraq" My last words to her was "always pray". The reason I am typing this is because I consider her a friend. I have showed all my coworkers and my children her picture and I say this is my friend. May god keep her family. As a mother of 2 boys I cannot imagine the pain that you (Mr. and Mrs. Johnson ) are feeling. I just pray that my letter will comfort you. Your daughter was a blessing to be around. Her beautiful smile and angelic presence will always be in my memory. God Bless Your family.

To the Family of Hero, LaVena Johnson, G-d bless you and comfort you. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

I am truly sorry for your family's loss. You are not alone. You are all in my prayers.

LaVena ~ a fallen 'hero' to those of us who were safe and secure in our USA "Home-Bunkers".

A tragic loss to family, friends & ones who loved her.

~ LaVena did what she wanted ~ she is now an 'angel' in our midst ~

we miss.......

I learned of your daughter's death just now through a Marine Parent group. My heart is breaking for you in your loss. My sons are both serving - my oldest is in the Army Reserves and spent last year in Iraq and is now heading back over there somewhere, and his younger brother is a Marine in Iraq in the thick of it right now. My two daughters are too young. Every day I face the fears that you've gone through, yet can't imagine your loss. Please know that we appreciate and honor your daughter. We will not forget.

Mary Hallowell and family

As the mother of a Marine stationed away from home, I greive for your family at this time of great sorrow.



I can not think of any greater sacrifice.



We will remember your daughter. You are not alone.



Sincerely and with great sorrow,

Mary Gilcrease

Proud Marine Mom of Corporal Chris Taylor USMC

To the Family of LaVena L. Johnson: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. May the Lord be with you and give you peace. Hope Sanford, Buda, Texas Marine Mom

I am extremely sorry for your loss. Your daughter is and always will be a hero to us back home. She was saving our country to ensure the freedom that we cherish. Thank you for all that you and your daughter have done, and again I am truly sorry and will keep you and your family in my prayers.

To the Family & Friends of LaVena,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences from Cedar Rapids,Iowa. We support our troops wholeheartedly and it is these same hearts that break to hear of a loss of one of our heroic young women.

Her willingness to serve her country and work to protect its freedoms makes her a true hero.

May God bless you and give you comfort during the upcoming holiday season.

I want to express my sincere condolences regarding your daughter. NO ONE can know the pain you feel but I hope it helps to know that there are those who care. God Bless You.

There are simply no words to express my condolences over the loss of PFC LaVena Johnson, a true American hero willing to make sacrifices for our country and the world, and made the ultimate sacrifice. May God bring you comfort in the days ahead.

With utmost respect and sincerity,

Shelli Morrow

I am so sorry to hear of your daughter's death. Please find some comfort in knowing that people are praying for you & sharing in your sorrow.

GOD BLESS A LOVING FAMILY, WHO LOSS WILL NEVER BE IN VAIN, PRAYERS NOT GO UNANSWERED, HARD WORK WILL ALWAYS BE REWARDED, AND SPEACIAL MEMORIES NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

Lord, grant this family the peace and comfort that can only come from You. In Jesus mighty name. A-men

May the Lord comfort you and sustain you as you go through this incredible ordeal. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

We wish to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. May your beautiful memories and the knowledge that LaVena was a true hero give you comfort.



Sue and Neil Stewart

Prince George, Virginia

With our son currently serving in Mosul, Iraq, we are constantly reminded of all the Fallen Warriors and thier families. Our deepest sympathy and sorrows are with you and your family. LaVena will forever be in our hearts and her family will forever be in our Prayers, for LaVena was truley a hero.

My family wishes to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. It is obvious to me that your daughter LaVena was a very dear and special person. Even though we have never met, we have a very deep connection with a family members serving this great country. LaVena will always be remembered as a dedicated and honorable person for making the ultimate sacrifice for all of us. I will think of her daily as well as all of you trying to deal with this terrible loss. I will pray for her and all of you.

My deepest and deepest sorrow go to your family. Your daughter was a true hero and inspiration.My son is in Fallujah and everyday I pray for all of the young military heros who are os brave as to put their lives on the line for us.Any death is horrible and heartbreaking.Know that we military moms and dads hold these fallen heros close to our hearts.May God be with you always.

Sincerely,

Shawn Pearce

PMM of PFC Lynch

currently serving in Iraq

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My heart is sadden by the loss of your beautiful daughter. May God Bless and comfort you in this trying time. Thank you so much for raising a strong and couragous young woman to defend my freedom. GodSpeed Jennifer...Mother of an Airman

God Be With You and God Bless Our Troops

Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of your most precious daughter. I cannot even begin to imagine the grief her loss has brought to your family. I want to thank you for allowing her to serve our country and I want you to know that she will not be forgotten. I will continue to pray that our merciful Lord will send you the comfort and peace you are so in need of. I will keep your family in my prayers. Respectfully, Joan M. Sapienza Proud Marine Mom of Cpl. Kenneth

My Deepest sympathy to the family of Pfc. LaVena L. Johnson.

You have been in my thoughts and prayers. Pfc. LaVena L. Johnson is a hero.

Her courage and dedication is the fuel that keeps the flames of freedom burning.

Her spirit will forever shine in the heart of each and every American.

Please accept our deepest sympathy in your time of loss. We are keeping you and yours close to our hearts.



The Crummett Family

29 Palms, CA and Layton, Utah

Dear Mr and Mrs Johnson,



I was so very sorry to hear about the sad loss of your daughter, LaVena. Heaven has gained another sweet dear Angel in her.



May your cherished memories of LaVena help you through these difficult times. She will always remain with you in your hearts and minds and her spirit will live on in you her family and friends.



Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.



Ruth Ingram

To the Family and Friends of Pvt. Lavina Johnson,

There are no words that can be spoken for the loss of your precious Marine, Lavina. I am truly sorry for your loss and for Lavina's great and ultimate sacrifice. While I did not know your loved one, Lavina, on a personal level, I do know her. She was proud to serve her flag and country. She stood tall during our National Anthem. She wore her uniform with honor. She wanted her family and her "American family" to sleep safe and in peace. She wanted her family to have the freedoms that the people of lands far away sometimes do not even dare to dream of. She looked into the eyes of the people in those places where there is no freedom and she cried for their pain. She tried to make a small part of the life around her a little better if only to bring a smile or wipe a tear. I know your loved one. I know her face at the airport leaving her loved ones. I know her face on the newscasts, sometimes scared but still proud of her work. I know her face. I know her pride. I know her love. I know her and I love her and all that she believed in and all that she risked. My nephew and 2 sons are her Marine brothers. My family and I know your loved one, Lavina. We know the reality of and appreciate the ultimate sacrifice. Stand proud, stand strong. I am so sorry for your loss.



With Deepest Respect and Sorrow,

Melanie L. Smith

Proud Marine Mom (PMM)of Cpl. Lance M. Thompson

KIA Ar Ramadi, Iraq 11/15/04

PMM of Sgt. Phillip Thompson (2000-2004)

PMAunt of Cpl. Casey Stanley (2002-2005)

[email protected]

The will of God will never take you where the grace of God cannot keep you, where the riches of God cannot supply your needs or where the power of God cannot endow you.

The will of God will never take you where the love of God cannot enfold you. Where the mercies of God cannot sustain you or where the peace of God cannot calm your fears and where the authority of God cannot overrule for you.

The Will of God will never take you where the comfort of God cannot dry your tears or the word of God cannot feed you and where the miracles of God cannot be done for you.

Everything happes for a purpose. We may not see the wisdom of it all now, but trust and believe in the Lord that Everything if for the Best.

LaVena's sacrifice and that of your family will never be forgotten by a nation greatful for her courage, dedication and steadfast honor. I will carry you in my heart and hold you up in daily prayer.

God Bless and keep you.

Another Proud Military Mom

I am so sorry for your loss. Your Daughter is a very special young lady to each of us. God Bless You and stay strong for your Daughter's memory. Sabra,

LaVena L. Johnson is gone. She made the Suprem Sacrafice protecting her country and family.

May she rest in peace in the arms of our Lord. She will always be loved and missed by all who knew her. God Bless her and her family.

We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your beautiful Daughter LaVena. If we could be there right now, we would wrap you in our arms and hug you and hold you.

We know that our words can not erase your pain, we only pray they will bring you some measure of comfort.

We also want you to know that we understand and respect the sacrifice that your family has made for ours. Pleae know that you are in our hearts and prayers...we will NEVER FORGET!!!!

We truly believe that you can be very proud of the woman your LaVena became.

God's comfort and support during this time.

Don and Pattie Baker

Marine and Navy Parents

Victorville, CA

God Be with you in your great loss. I know what you are going thru, because we lost one in Viet Naum. We will pray for you.

Words can not express the sorrow that I feel for your loss. May God guide you through this time in your life. Your daughter is a hero in our eyes and being a military mom my heart bleeds for you! May God bless you!

Vivian C. Farney

I am saddened to know that you have lost your daughter & we have lost a dedicated, giving young lady. I am so grateful for who she is and all she has done for so many. I pray God gives you peace, knowing that her love shines from the stars above no matter where in the world you shall be. I am so so sorry. Sincerely, Donna

Dearest Mom and Dad,



I cannot begin to understand the pain you are in, but I do know that LaVena is now guarding the gates of heaven. Please know that there are many families praying that you find closure, and with that, the Peace the passes all understanding, given freely by the Lord.



May God wrap your family in his loving arms, and comfort you in a way that no person can.



In His Love,

Julie Gaines

PMM of LCP May, ret

Weep not for me now that I have passed. Remember the laughter, the affection, the joy not just the recent tears. Cherish the memories, our hopes and dreams. Hold fast to the love that we shared. Be happy with the time we spent together and being anew. For I am not really gone, I am closer than ever before.

As the morning sun rises and throughout the busy day…I am with you. Until the setting sun disappears on the horizon and we watch the day turn into night…I am here. You may feel a faint breeze stir round your head, while you slumber as I gently kiss your forehead, “Good night”. The stars that shine so brightly in my heavenly sky help me watch over you and keep you from harm.

I am the wind in the trees and the song of a bird. I am moonbeams in a midnight sky and a glorious rainbow after the storm. I am morning dew and freshly fallen snow. I am a butterfly flying overhead and a puppy happily at play. I am a smile on a stranger’s face, a gentle touch, a warm embrace. Listen to the wind for my message of love. Watch the sun rise and set in the sky with me. Feel my essence encircle you with warm memories. Open your heart to know… I am not gone.

Reach deep into your soul… You will find me.

I am here. Have no fear. I am with you, always.



Our prayers are with your family.

I am so sorry for your loss of your daughter. The sacrifices that she and your family have made will not be forgotten or taken for granted. May you have comfort knowing the lives she touched were made better and the memories of her smile will carry on forever. I share your sadness and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. SO MANY LIVES ARE LOST DEFENDING OUR COUNTRY. I AM VERY PROUND OF ALL THAT SERVE BE IT THE PAST,,,THE PRESENT,,,,OR THE FUTURE,,

POW/MIAS YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN

GOD BLESS YOU ALL..

To the family of LaVena...Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always and we continue to ask the FATHER to comfort you during this difficult time! LaVena is a TRUE AMERICAN HEROINE and she will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN! May God watch over you, your family and friends and of course sweet LaVena!

Thank you for the major Sacrifice you made for all of us, LaVena! You are our heroine! God Bless. With Huge hugs and love, Heidi & Monica - Pittsburgh, PA

'Say not in grief 'she is no more' but live in thankfulness that she was'

Hebrew proverb



Our deepest sympaties

THe Zerbo's

NJ

You have the deepest sympathy that my family can express. I hope that you can take some comfort in knowing that your daughter was doing what she believed in and her sacrifice is appreciated and will not be forgotten as long as Americans believe in freedom for ALL PEOPLE.

My heart and prayers go out to you. You lost your baby, we lost a hero, and God brought his most excellent back home.

I was saddened to hear about the loss of your truly heroic daughter. What a beautiful girl she must have been, inside and out. May God hold you in the palm of His hand, and comfort you in the time ahead.

With Deepest sympathy

Danni and David Wyatt

parents of

Lcpl Daniel R. Wyatt

KIA, Yusifiyah, Iraq

Oct.12, 2004

Our family wishes to extend our sympathy on the loss of your precious LaVena. Her service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thank you LaVena.

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. LaVena L. Johnson. My heart aches for you and you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that the deep hurt you feel can be in some part eased by the feeling of great pride for LaVena’s valor and deep sense of patriotism.



LaVena, you have made the ultimate sacrifice and served willingly and without hesitation. Thank you so very much for defending my freedom. It means so much to me, to the people of NYC and to the entire nation. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice in the service of the country that I love so very much. You will always be remembered as an American hero by my family.



John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.



May God be with you until we all meet a Jesus' feet.



Most Sincerely,



Pat

ve no words for your sorrow at the lose of your daughter.your pain is so very deep. here is a poem for you Know your daughter is in heaven

love to you and your family



If I should go tomorrow



It would never be goodbye,



For I have left my heart with you,



So don't you ever cry.



The love that's deep within me,



Shall reach you from the stars,



You'll feel it from the heavens,



And it will heal the scars.



Anonymous

My sincere condolences go out to all those mourning the loss of Pfc. Johnson. I pray that you will find solace in those that you love around you, in your happy memories of Pfc. Johnson, and in the fact that you can be certain she will never be forgotten, for she was an American hero who put herself in danger for others and for this country. Helen Keller said a beautiful thing that always makes me think of our fallen heroes and the mark they will leave. She said, "What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Very true, no? My prayers and my condolences go out to you.

Dear Johnson's,



I am truly sorry for your loss. In reading the story about LaVena I could just tell that she was a wonderful, caring, loving person who loved her family more than life. I hope you get the answers that you so deserve. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I just want you to know that your daughter did her country proud and she will NEVER be forgotten for that. God bless you all!

my prayers are with you and my deepest sympathy on the loss of your daughter. SHe will always be remembered and loved as a defender of freedom. God be with you always

Linda

I just had a friend share the information on Lavena and it just saddens my heart. What a beautiful young woman she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope you find the answers you seek. Bless your hearts.

My deepest sympathy to the family of PFC LaVena Johnson. I appreciate all of her contributions to our country.



Rosemary Connolly, USAF MSgt Retired

To the family of Pvt LaVena L. Johnson:

We are so sorry for your loss.



"I give you this,

one thought to keep,

I am with you still,

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 awaken

in the morning's hush,

I am the swift, uplifting rush

of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars

that shine at night.



Do not think of me as gone-

I am with you still,

in each new dawn."



-Native American Prayer-





With sympathy, love and peace,



Kay & Steve Benoit



Arlington, Texas



Parents of Cpl Jason Benoit, USMC, OIF1

God Bless You All

My sincere condolence to the Johnson family for all you have endured in the loss of your lovely daughter LaVena.



I will keep you all in my prayers. May the dear Lord bless you with peace and comfort in knowing he holds LaVena in his protective arms.



God bless you,

Rose

God Bless LaVena with peace eternal and give her knowledge that she is appreciated for her service to the country....a light gone out to soon but never forgotten by many......

I am so sorry for your loss. May

she be with a host of angels, now.

I pray God will hold you in His hands and give you peace in your time of sorrow.

With heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathy to the dear parents on the loss of their precious daughter Lavena.

Please know that my prayers are with you during this harsh time. While you grief can not be removed, I pray it will be eased in some small portion knowing there are many of us who are with you in prayer and in spirit.



May the Lord bless and keep you closely under his loving watch as your days go by.



Your daughter will be remembered by us all.

To LaVena's family:

My condolences to you all for the loss of LaVena. We are proud of all our service men and women and the sacrifices they make in service of our nation.

Please know that my family greatly appreciates the sacrifice your daughter ,and your family has made.

I'm the mother of a United States Soldier. I pray for your daughter, & your family.

On behalf of my entire family, I say Thank You. We are the land of the Free, because of the Brave like your daughter.

No words can express my deepest sympathy for you right now. LaVena will be remembered as a hero, doing what she believed in. I pray that some day you will find peace with Gods decision to take her home.

Nancy Crum

Proud Mother of a US Soldier

MOM & DAD of LaVena,

My heart goes out to you as well as my prayers, You had a very brave daughter she is truly an Angel now watching over you and keeping you safe. She gave her all for our Country and she will never be forgotten. God Bless You All & Keep you safe.

Lots of Love to you Ashley

My deepest sympathies. I cannot begin to imagine the pain you're feeling right now. God Bless you and keep you.

Pat

My heart goes out to LaVena's family. No words can take away the pain you are feeling. As you share your stories and memories of how she lived her life and how very much she meant to you, I pray you find comfort. Throughout this difficult time know the deep sympathy that is felt for you and your family.

Please accept our condolences on the loss of your wonderful daughter. We are deeply saddened to have lost such a wonderful American. May God's love and strength be with you always.

my dad always lived by these words

ANYTHING WORTH STARTING, IS WORTH GIVING IT YOUR ALL, DOING YOUR BEST AND FINISHING, your goal is to MAKE YOURSELF PROUD IN ALL THAT YOU DO...DONALD DOOLEY UN-SUNG NAVAL HERO ON THE PACIFIC AFTER PEARL HARBOR WAS ATTACKED 1926-2001 dad knew it was important to protect family, flag and country. just as your son did, he knew in his heart it was his honor to go and protect us here at home. IT IS MUCH BETTER TO FIGHT THE ENEMY ON THEIR SOIL THAN IT IS TO FIGHT THEM HERE AT HOME AND HAVE MORE LIVES LOST, NOT JUST THE SOLDIERS BUT EVERYONE ELSE. i'm honored to share my dad's thoughts with you, and so honored that your son gave the ultimate sacrifice to keep us here in the states free from the enemy.