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Jonathan Cheatham Obituary
PFC Cheatham is survived by his mother, Dr. Barbara A. Porchia of Camden; sister, Portia Danielle Cheatham of Camden; stepfather, Charles Fields of El Dorado; stepbrothers, Charles Fields, Jr. and Tavin Fields both of El Dorado; grandmothers, Mrs. Eva Porchia and Mrs. Velma Stanley both of Camden; aunts, Mrs. Pearl Cole and Mrs. Deborah Porchia both of Camden; uncles, Mr. Marion Cole and Mr. Fredrick Porchia both of Camden; immediate cousins, James Cole, Eric Cole, Cameron Porchia and Amanda Porchia all of Camden; and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, August 3, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the Camden Fairview High School Gymnasium with interment in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Jonathan Cheatham Band Scholarship Fund. To sign the online guest register visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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ken morse
July 26, 2017
Jonathan, we will always remember you, Porchia and your Mom, Barbara....you will forever be in our hearts....Lupe, Ken, Rich & Kenny....RIP son
Faye Harris
August 25, 2015
myheart cries for your loss,even these many years later.My daughter SSGT Jackie Harris Rose joined the same time he did.She is in Air Force and spent a year in Afganistan assigned to Army.GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.Unless you have had a child in combat you dont know what families grow through.Your loss is beyond words,heartfelt love for your child.
July 26, 2014
Jonathan, you are always in our hearts and prayers as is Porchia and your Mom...love Lupe, Ken, Rich and Kenny
lupe', ken, richmond & kenny morse
July 27, 2013
Jonathan you are always in our hearts and prayers and will always be dearly missed. We will see you in God's Paradise our dear adopted son.
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Peggy Childers
July 26, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham:
Always remembering Jonathan. "Some gave all."
September 3, 2012
All those years ago, we still love, remember and honor Jonathan Cheatham.
Mary Stroope
August 14, 2012
Barbara
There are no words that are adequate. To know that we will see them again has to be enough.
Barbara Porchia
November 11, 2011
You are remembered my son on this special day. 11/11/11
"Veterans Day"
Loving and missing you eternally
Mom
Lynne Neibert
September 24, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Portia Cheatham
August 25, 2011
Hey brother,
Im having one of my moments really missing you. I walked by your picture and just really started to think how life would be so much better with you here with me and mom. Jonathan you don't know how much I need to still hear you fuss at me for my silly mistakes. I just want you to know I truly miss you and will never forget you.
Love,
your little sister Portia
Peggy Childers
July 26, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham:
Please accept my remembrance of Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
July 26, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham:
Remembering Jonathan 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
Kenna Larra
January 29, 2010
”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 the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Almost 2,000 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!
This is a gift! We have some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we care.
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 and Respectfully,
Kenna
Peggy Childers
July 26, 2009
To the family of Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham:
Jonathan 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
Stephanie Henry
May 27, 2009
We may have hours of confusion and we may have our doubts and fears; but we will lean upon Jesus and He will wipe away all tears...
To the family of PFC. Jonathan Marshall Cheatham,
It saddens me immensely to see your dear son counted among so many who have fallen. But I know Pvt Cheatham death wasn't in vain. Therefore this day I honor and salute him for his courageous service to our country.
May God continue to grant you comfort and peace in the midst of your storm..
Pam and Allen Roberts
May 25, 2009
Prayers and love. Jonathan lives on in the hearts of so many. We honor his service and his sacrifice today and every day. God bless you and keep you.
Kei Torres
January 24, 2009
While I don't know your hero, I know the pain when your hero is lost, gone..I've just moved to AR and am trying to contact Gold Star families, to create a group here. In addition to starting a group for us, I want to pursue getting Gold Star license plates. I know nothing will ever take the place of your soldier, but I hope that you will join us to continue remembering and honoring them. Please contact me at [email protected]
Sincerely,
Kei Torres
Proud Mom to
Cpl Jason K LaFleur
1/40th CAV, Ft Richardson, AK
KIA 8-4-07 Hawr Rajab, Iraq
Claudia
November 5, 2008
I didn't know Jonathan, but have read about him. I pray that he is with the Father in heaven now at peace. I hope to meet him some day in paradise. I pray that his family will be at peace some day and know that he did not die in vain. I hope that we all remember the sacrifices like his, made in support of our Nation. I also pray that others will not forget him and others who have gone to another place because they said "I'll go." Thank you Jonathan, and God bless you Dear.
ken & lupe morse
August 12, 2008
Barbara, we are so saddened by Jonathan's death. He was our adopted son when you were at work and we will miss him dearly and he will always be in our hearts and prayers. May God Bless you and Portia and watch over you.
In Memory of Jonathan ~ (Debra Estep)
July 26, 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 Jonathan, 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
Pam Bright
June 10, 2008
Barbara,
Our sons walk hand in hand today in heaven. I feel pain for myself but I continue to hurt for you also. Since Chris continues the military I expected to receive the call but never did I believe the call would be for Timmy. I appreciate the fact that you support Chris and I at this time for us and I know that J.C. and Timmy are waiting on us.
Love and Prayers
Pam Bright
Sarah Frankie
March 19, 2008
My condolences and sympathy to the family of SPC Jonathan Cheatham. Words cannot lessen the loss even after so much time has passed but there may be some comfort in knowing that many others care. I am an Arkansas Coordinator for the Home of the Brave Quilt Project. The purpose of this project is to honor our fallen soldiers and express our sympathy and support to the families who have experienced such a tremendous loss. More information can be found at www.homeofthebravequilts.com. Our organization would be privileged to present a quilt to the family of SPC Cheatham to honor their loss and express our support and sympathy. If anyone can put me in touch with his family, such as his mother, Dr. Porchia, I would be grateful. Again, my condolences and those of my fellow quilters go out to the family. Thank you for any assistance.
jackie frye
February 26, 2008
To the family of a true American hero. Let us never forgot the sacrifice that our loved ones make each day for our freedom. I lost my dear newphew in June of 2004 and think about him every day as with others. I know that our freedom is not free and I am thankful for ones who are willing to paid the price for our freedom. May God Bless
Pam Smithpeters
January 5, 2008
To the Cheatham Family, I offer my deepest sympathy in the loss of such a great young man. Too many young people have given their lives for this country. All Americans should be grateful for the sacrifices of such great people. As the song says...All gave some and some gave all. Thanks to PFC Cheatham for his unselfish sacrifice and thanks to the Cheatham family for giving us such a great young. May God hold you close and continue to comfort you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
December 31, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Cheatham family in the loss of Jonathan. I did not know Jonathan, 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Jonathanit has been over 4 years since you were taken. Please know that 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~
In Memory of J.C.
December 27, 2007
Brothers In Arms
December 27, 2007
We Miss you.
December 27, 2007
Minister Florence Duckett
December 25, 2007
Dr Porchia,
I was reading about Jonathan and it touched my heart to hear you describe him. He sounds like he was a "Psalms One man".
I am a mother and a grandmother. My oldest grandson is 19. I can not describe the pain I feel as a result of your loss. I have been in the Ministry since 1979 and have dealt with a great deal of death. It doesn't become easier, just bearable because death is a part of life and in the final analysis God is God and He is in control! He is in control of ALL of our tomorrows!
I am trusting God to restore your joy as only He can. To give you "...the peace that surpasses all understanding..."
In 2004, God blessed me with a "Personalized" tape ministry for our troops. The Scripture on all of my cards, stationary, cds and anything that goes out of my studio is: "...with God ALL things are possible..." When I read that Jonathan always said that it touched me!
It is an "honor" for me to do what I do and there are not enough hours in a day or ways to say "thank you". I will FOREVER salute Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham!
I will continue to lift you and your loved ones up before Almighty God. I thank Him because "...to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord..." To God Be the Glory!
I love you in Christ,
Minister florence duckett
Rose of Sharon Ministries, ltd
Please see: www.roseofsharonministriesltd.org
November 18, 2007
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Cheatham!
Althea B
July 24, 2007
I want to thank you for your courage and bravery in standing up for what you believe in. May you soul rest in peace
July 6, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Cheatham and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves him and misses him! May God bless you all!!
Deborah Anderson
June 8, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Pam Bright
May 29, 2007
Barbara
Seldom a day goes by that I don't think of our boys together in their uniforms with Andy going to Eldorado to the movies. I am glad that J.C. was a part of my life as well I Chris's. Chris remains in the National Guard and mother to mother my heart grieves for you. I wish there was some comfort for you some burden I could bear for you to bring you peace but only God alone can do that and I know that is your source. I pray for you and Portia and do especially on Holidays such as Memorial Day. Just know that J.C. is a memory for so many that gives them courage and he gave me much joy as I called him my other son.
Love and Prayers
Pam Bright
LiL Chris Sorrells'Mom
Cortney Barlow
May 27, 2007
I served with PFC Cheatham in Iraq but only had the pleasure of meeting him once in which we spoke few words. As I knew of him, he was a great friend to his fellow soldiers and will be missed. God Bless him and the Cheatham family.
May 16, 2007
God Bless you all.
c/02
Chris Eidsmoe
April 14, 2007
Just letting you know there is one more person who cares deeply for Jonathan's sacrifice. God Bless you.
SHARON FORD
March 12, 2007
To the Porchia Family:
JC is to true definition of both a man and a hero. Thank God for him.
debora kitchens
February 21, 2007
you are still remembered. thank you.
Revelations Ministries Church Family
February 2, 2007
Dr. Barbara Porchia & Family,
You will always remain in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to Keep and comfort you.
Gary Allain
November 25, 2006
Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Harvey and Connie Lester
October 30, 2006
Dear Dr. Porchia and family'
I never met your son Jonathan but I know without a dought that he was a fine young man. Our hearts go out to you and your family for your loss. May God Comfort you in your sorrow.
mike garske
October 21, 2006
im back from iraq thanks for watching me make it back safe miss ya man serving proudly
courtney smith
August 29, 2006
bye bye friend you were my cousin my friend and i will miss you good bye to the family he is gone on to be with God and one day we shall meet again rest your eyes family
Garnet Jenkins
July 26, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Soldier, on the anniversary of, the day he made the Supreme Sacrifice for our country, with a Multitude of Thanks for his dedication and service.
Rest Well Spc. Jonathan M. Cheatham, in the Loving Arms of our Precious Lord and know that you are a true American hero, who is loved and missed.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Cheatham family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My 19 year old 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
Ron & Kimberly Garske CAMDEN, AR 71701
May 10, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
SGT.michael garske
March 22, 2006
wi miss ya buddy it was fun playin soccer with ya you taught me alot and i am serving in your memory buddy and i imagine you by my side everytime i go outside the wire watch over me and keep me safe
miss ya buddy
adams betty
February 18, 2006
I am really sorry about the loss of your son. I can tell that he was a very good, decent man and my heart goes out to you. May God Bless You
Shirley Brown,Jenkins
February 18, 2006
My prayers go out to you and your family.Love you forever your cousin and family.The Brown & Jenkins Family
Ron & Kim Garske
January 13, 2006
My heart goes out to the whole family.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Kim Stringfellow
July 16, 2005
Thank you for our freedom. We must never forget that isn't free. May God bring peace to your heart and replace the tears with smiles of memories that will remain always.
Donna Gray
May 27, 2005
I did not know your son nor your family Dr Portia, but my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and you family. Such a young man who had not began to live yet. I feel your pain. May God Bless you and give you the strength to remember his life and myself, I feel a lot safer knowing that your son is one of the angels watching over us.
Lindsi Sigler
August 20, 2003
To: Porchia and Family,
Althought I didn't get the chance to know your son very well, My boyfriend did. When he find out about Jonathan's death it hurt him bad. Everything that he told me about Jonathan was wonderful. You have raised a wonderful young man that we will always remember as the "HERO" that lived on Camden Arkansas.He was very brave to fight for our country.To help it become a better place,and we think him very much for serving our country.I'm sorry for your loss and he will be missed and loved. I was one of the ladies that stood outside of Sonic the day of the funeral and held the flag when it came through. May god bless you and your entire Family.
Angel Wesley-Johnson
August 15, 2003
To the family of Jonathan M. Cheatham:
My heart goes out to you during your time of sorrow but remember God has a purpose for everything he does.
In my heart Jonathan will not only be remembered as a classmate but as a hero because he faithfully served his country. God bless his soul and I will keep you all in my prayers.
margie bates
August 12, 2003
You and family are in my prayers.
Margie Newborn-Bates and family
Joe Smith
August 8, 2003
You were an inspiration to all the soldiers who knew you.
Your PSNCO
SFC Smith
Stacy Miller
August 8, 2003
Dr. Porchia, Portia, and family,
Jonathan meant a lot to me, as you probably know. He was also my best friend. I am so glad that I was blessed with knowing him for the short time I did. I am so proud of him too for fighting in Iraq. I wasn't too happy with his decision at first when he wanted to sign up for the army but I knew that was what he wanted. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Brenda Alford
August 8, 2003
Even though I never met you, I feel your loss as surely as if you were a part of my own family. I give my sincerest sympathy to your loved ones who were left behind. You are truly a hero in my eyes, my brother. May God Bless your family and help them through this rough time. You will be missed by the entire 90th RSC family, and those who knew you well. Rest in Peace. The Alford/Smith Family.
Ken and Rose Burroughs
August 8, 2003
As American citizens, thank you for protecting our freedom. It will never be forgotten. Mrs. Porchia, thank you for raising a true american hero.
Alberta Henton-Thompson
August 7, 2003
Death is not a period that ends the great sentence of life...but a comma that punctuates it to a more lofty significance...it is an open door which leads man into life eternal. (MLK)
May your faith and the prayers of family & friends be your sustaining power during these sorrowful days!
Peace be with you!
Jasmine Walker
August 7, 2003
Portia, Dr. Porchia, and family
Portia we really wished we could have come to the funeral. We missed you at cheer camp. I just wanted to say may god be with you and your family and that i will keep you all in my prayers. Hold your head up high and be proud because you are the sister of an American hero, a home town hero, and now he's serving in a better place one of gods soldiers an angel up on high. May god be with you and bless you and your family. I love you like one of my sister's.
Marisa Garrett
August 7, 2003
Dr. Porchia & Family,
We are truly sorry for the loss of Jonathan. He was such a great person to know and so full of life. When he told us he was enlisting in the Army we were proud of him. He IS truly a hometown hero. We are so grateful that Jonathan was persistent in working with us at the flower shop because we got to know such a great person and he WILL be missed dearly by many of us. You and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers since he left and will continue to be forever on the loss of your son. May God guide your way during this trying time. We will forever remember Jonathan as a HERO.
Beverly Tapper, Marisa Garrett
Mary Henton
August 6, 2003
To the Porchia Family:
My prayers are with you during this time of difficulty. May the Lord continue to strengthen and comfort you.
Sepsimone Johnson(Stevens)
August 6, 2003
I didn't know PFC Cheatham, but I was in the band and Mr. Porchia was my band director. You all have my prayers.
Dana McDowell
August 5, 2003
I had never met Johnathan or do I know your family. I have seen his story in the paper and when I visited this sight because of a former resident of Paragould I noticed his name, and just felt the need to write something. I can't tell you how much it saddens me and to think of your pain. I just wanted you to know that as an American I so much am grateful for the sacrifice he made for our country. It wasn't in vain. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Marcus Reed
August 5, 2003
I served with Jonathan Cheatham. He was the bravest soul I knew. I consider him to be my brother and my friend. I feel nothing but guilt for not being there to help protect him in his time of need.
I not only want to express to you my deepest sorrow for the loss of your son, but my most heartfelt appology. my brothers that are there are going on with what they have to do. But you can always be sure that we will never forget the name, Cheatham.
Casey Cook
August 5, 2003
I had the privelege of knowing Jonathan through 4 years of band and several other classes in high school. I will always remember him as a determined, genuine young man who always gave his full potential. He will be regarded as a true hero, one who died more honorably than most of us ever will. Your family is in my prayers everyday and I know that God will continue to help you through these difficult times.
Sincerely,
Casey Cook
Joyce Lemke
August 5, 2003
A CHILD IS LOANED
"I'll lend you for a little time, a child of mine," He said, "for you to love while he lives, and mourn when he is dead. It may be six or seven years, or twenty two or three, but will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me? He'll bring his charms to gladden you, and shall his stay be brief, you'll have him, lovely memories as solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return, but there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn. I've looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true, and from the throngs that crowd life's lanes I have selected you. Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain. Nor hate me when I come to call, to take him back again?" I fancied when I heard them say, "Dear LORD, thy will be done. For all the joy thy child should bring, the risk of grief we'll run. We'll shelter him with tenderness, we'll love him while we may; And for the happiness we've known, will ever grateful stay. But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we planned, We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand."~
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I DID NOT HAVE THE PRIVILEGE OF KNOWING YOUR SON,BUT HEARING OF HIS DEATH REALLY TOUCHED MY HEART.I WAS AT THE STOP LIGHT AS I WATCHED HIS FUNERAL..... I HAD NEVER SEEN SO MANY CARS AND SO MANY PEOPLE FOR A FUNERAL.... I SET THERE IN MY CAR AND I WEPT FOR HIM,FOR YOUR LOSS.I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT AS I SET THERE I ASKED GOD TO GIVE YOUR FAMILY STRENGTH TO HELP YOU THROUGH THIS HORRIBLE TIME.MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND KEEP YOU SAFE.AND TO YOUR SON,JONATHAN,I WANT TO SAY "THANK YOU" FOR LAYING DOWN YOUR LIFE SO THAT I MAY BE FREE AND SAFE FROM HARM. JONATHAN...YOU TRULY ARE A HERO!!!
JOYCE LEMKE
Alfredia Hines
August 5, 2003
To the Porchia & Cheatham family,
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.My prayers are with you.
Alfredia & Christopher
Terri & Lonnie Mays
August 5, 2003
Barbara & Portia you are in our prayers, depend on God to give you strength.
Monda & Linda Blankenship
August 4, 2003
Our heartfelt sympathy and gratitude for the extreme sacrifice made by your loved one.
Angela Mason Doyne
August 4, 2003
Barbara,
My sincerest sympathy on the loss of your son. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Angela Mason Doyne (HSU 75-79)
Paul and Sharon Sullivan
August 4, 2003
Dear Pearl, Marion and Family
We were sorry to learn about the loss of your nephew. This is a great loss to your family and to our country.
Laneka Richardson
August 4, 2003
Dear Dr.Porchia and Portia
I am very sorry to hear about your son/brother. What he did for our country was really great. I know how it feels to lose someone you really love. I just want you to know that u are in my prayers.
Shannon Dority
August 4, 2003
To the Porchia and Cheatham family,
I am so sorry to hear about your lost...it hurts us all to know that yet another great man has been taken from camden...i had the privelage to know JC. I didnt know him as well as many others did, but i know he was a kind hearted, sweet, man who did what he always wanted to do. Take care of others. He graduated with my cousin and he hung out with my brother and his friends. I will always remember him as the funny, sweet, young man he was...You all are in our prayers. I know how it feels to of had someone sent to Iraq and wondering about him, just remember he is always gonna be here with us all...
God Bless.
Lots of love,
shannon dority
Shannon Dority
August 4, 2003
To the Porchia and Cheatham family,
I am so sorry to hear about your lost...it hurts us all to know that yet another great man has been taken from camden...i had the privelage to know JC. I didnt know him as well as many others did, but i know he was a kind hearted, sweet, man who did what he always wanted to do. Take care of others. He graduated with my cousin and he hung out with my brother and his friends. I will always remember him as the funny, sweet, young man he was...You all are in our prayers. I know how it feels to of had someone sent to Iraq and wondering about him, just remember he is always gonna be here with us all...
God Bless.
Lots of love,
shannon dority
Karen Nelson
August 4, 2003
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.I don't really know your son personally but I met him when I was working at the Camden Wal-mart and when he went to fight for my country he became my friend. It takes a brave and dedicated person to just wake up and say I am going to the army not knowing what is instore. God was/is his(JC's) leader. And all he can say now is WELL DONE!!
Renae Abbott Willis
August 4, 2003
Dear Barbara and family,
I was so very sorry to hear about your son. My aunt attended the funeral service and told me how brave you were. Of course, knowing you for so many years as I did, I would imagine that you would be brave. My prayer for you is that God will comfort you and give you strength and the understanding that your son has now achieved the ultimate reward that we all aspire to. I will continue to pray for you, and please know that my heart goes out to you.
My deepest heartfelt sympathies,
Renae Abbott Willis
Louis, Linda, Jonathan Pike
August 4, 2003
To The Cheatham and Porchia Family;
We are praying for you.Take comfort
in knowing that GOD is with you in your times of sorrow.
Charlene Renix
August 3, 2003
Dr.Porchia and family,
You never miss your water til your well runs dry. I said that to say this Jonathan and I shared a few words in high school nothing much, but at the time I didn't bother to even mention that I knew that we were cousins. And as of this day I regret it dearly. My heart goes out to your family and also to the city of Camden b/c not only did you lose a son but we all lost a true hero.
Ana Renix & Kiffney Miner
August 3, 2003
Dr.Porchia & Portia,
We are really sorry to hear about the loss of your dear son & brother. We want to offer our deepest condolences in your time of grief. We are comforted to know that your son gave his life fighting for our country. He will always be a hero to our city and family.
We will continue to keep you in our prayers and thoughts.
Debra Walker Ellis
August 3, 2003
To Dr.Porchia and Family,Whenever the grayness pull you down just stop and close your eyes and see yourself as you are God 's child, tucked safely inside his care. Thats why it is incredibly a privileged to know that my little cousin , your son and Portia big brother will be surrouned by the Golden Light,in a Very Special Place. may god be with you all for ever
Cindy Dilworth
August 3, 2003
Dr. Porchia and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Jonathan is a true hero and inspiration to me and my family.
Sincerly,
Sammy, Cindy, & Laura Dilworth
Kathy Jones
August 3, 2003
To Pearl Cole & all the Family
I was so sorry to hear of your loss.I will always be thinking of you Lots of Love
Melva Burrise
August 3, 2003
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. The Granddaughters of the late Rubye Herndon.
Wayne and Sarah Bowles
August 3, 2003
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Angela and Donnie Westbrook
August 3, 2003
Dear Dr. Porchia and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of JC. I miss him and will always be proud that he was my friend. He is my HERO because he was willing to die for his country. You will be in our prayers.
Stacy (Tuberville) Sims
August 3, 2003
I was very sad to hear about JC. I only wish i had been able to make the trip down for the funeral today. He was a wonderful person and a wonderful friend to my brother. I hate that this had to happen to him, but sometimes God has a different plan for us and our loved ones. My prayers are with you.
Stacy Marie Sims
Maria Strickland
August 3, 2003
To the Porchia/Cheatham Family:
It was such a shock to hear that Johnathan had died in the war. Although I didn't know him very well my heart goes out to you and your family. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you the peace and comfort that you need to get through this time of pain and need. To Amanda and Eric, you know that I am always here for you if you need me, just call me!!
Walter, Shirley and Gena Ragland
August 3, 2003
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Johnathan. May his memory always live on through you. Our prayers and love are with you Barbara, Eva and Portia.
Marshall & Shelia Mitchell
August 3, 2003
Barbara,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son, Jonathan.
Our prayers are with you today and in the days to come.
May God bless you and your family.
Sherika Holliman
August 3, 2003
Well i don't really know how to say what i really want to, but Johnathan was a really nice young man. Everyone will miss him dearly. I send my condolences to family and friends. Just keep faith and pray. Everything will work out to be fine as long as you keep everything in GOD'S HANDS.
Ola Faye Proctor
August 3, 2003
Dr. Porchia,Portia and Family:
I am so sorry about the loss of Jonathan. I know exactly how you feel. God Bless you, I will be keeping you and the family in my prayers. He was such a hero for the family, Camden, and Arkansas and the Nation. In Christ Ola Faye Proctor and Mike Proctor
Theresa Green
August 3, 2003
Dr. Portia and Family,
I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss. He was fighting for Iraqi Freedom and he won. I try to keep track of our military because I live with a SSgt in the Air Force. When I found out, I was torn. He was a good friend to my sisters and they miss him dearly. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
DENISE STEVENS (PORCHIA)
August 3, 2003
TO MY DEAR COUSINS' IN LOSS,
THIS IS DENISE AND MINNIE WRITING TO TELL OUR FAMILY THAT THIER IS A REASON FOR EVERTHING AND GOD DOES NOT MAKE MISTAKES,SO TO J.C.'S MOM,PORTIA,AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND GOD FIRST AND EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY,BECAUSE J.C. WOULD NOT WANT YOU ALL TO BE DOWN HERE DEPPRESSED CAUSE YOU KNOW AND I KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ALL ARE IN OUR IN OUR PRAYERS AND MAY GOD CONTINUE YOU TO BLESS AND KEEP YOU.
SUSAN GREEN
August 3, 2003
DEAR PORCHIA FAMILY
I'M TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. JONATHAN IS A HERO IN MY BOOK. HE CAME TO OUR CHURCH THE NIGHT BEFORE HE LEFT FOR IRAQ, AND I JUST THOUGHT HOW BRAVE HE WAS. I KNOW THAT HE IS IN HEAVEN NOW LOOKING DOWN OVER EVERYONE AND I BET HE HAS THAT SWEET SMILE ON HIS FACE. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY....THANK YOU FOR RAISING SUCH A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN WHO IS NOW ONE OF MY HEROS.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
LOVE
SUSAN GREEN
Roy Earl & Shannon & Laura Edmonson
August 3, 2003
We are so sorry to hear about JC , He was a wonderful young man, We are so proud to have him as a hometown hero, May God be with you now and always.
Lucille Anderson
August 3, 2003
Dear Barbara and family,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of your son. He was wonderfully filled with spirit and will be greatly missed. I shall continuely keep you all in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Donnie,Lucille,Marcus, and Natasha
Cara Bowie
August 3, 2003
Dr. Porchia and Family,
It is with deep sympathy that I hold you in my prayers at your time of grief. Jonathan was a great person, but we have to understand that God has called him to do greater works for Him. I'm honored to say that I knew him because he died protecting me and my country. Keep on loving him because he is in a better place and death cannot kill a love that never dies. I just want to leave you with a few words of encouragement. Washington Irving said, "there is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than 10,000 tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love."
Cara Bowie & Family
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