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Christopher Swisher Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Swisher
Charlie Gili
July 9, 2019
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 week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Christopher Wayne Swisher US Army Staff Sergeant.
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
Jerry Birdsley
May 30, 2016
Rest in Peace Swish
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2011
October 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Cindy Wilson
September 7, 2011
Thank you for all that you gave. You will always be our Hero!!
Peggy Childers
October 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher:
Remembering Christopher 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 4, 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! Over 1,850 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
October 13, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher:
Christopher 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
In Memory of Christopher ~ (Debra Estep)
October 10, 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 Christopher, 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
Peggy Childers
October 4, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher:
Christopher 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
November 20, 2007
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Swisher!
August 6, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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 (KIA on 07/06/07) 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY
July 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Swisher and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless you all!!
Chris Hill
May 31, 2007
I have read a lot of the posts here and other places. I am very sorry for your loss, he seemed a fine young man. I run a group on Yahoo dedicated to stitching memorials for our "Fallen Soldiers" NOK. One of my stitchers has selected Christopher to stitch a memorial for. She is searching for his NOK in order to deliver the memorial to them. If anyone can help us locate them give them my e-mail address [email protected] so they can contact me. It would be greatly appreciated.
Again, I am sorry for the loss of Christopher.
Chris Hill
Dane Tiedeman
May 1, 2007
My deepest condolences for the Christopher W. Swisher family. Your son was a great hero and represented his country with dignity and pride. He is with Jesus and is probably checking up on you guys seeing how you're doing.
Gary Allain
April 5, 2007
Staff Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher
you are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever.
Donna Scholl
February 28, 2007
“Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
John 15:13
My heart breaks for you in the loss of your child. You have my deepest sympathies and you have my prayers. May you find comfort in your beautiful memories and may you find peace in your new normal without him. God bless you.
My family and I are thankful for your son’s Bravery, Courage, Determination and Service to fight for our country and for our freedom. Your son paid the ultimate sacrifice and we are truly indebt to him. We thank all in our armed forces for the sacrifices made for us. All gave some and some gave all. Your son will not be forgotten, I promise.
Our hearts go out to you in a very special way as we are from Nebraska also and we too have lost a son to the war in Iraq. God bless you.
Proud Parents of a USMC American Hero -
LCpl. Michael D. Scholl – KIA 11-14-06 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq
Thank you God for blessing us and sharing Michael with us - I know
Michael is in Your Loving Care~along with his brothers Danny and Trenton~ while we are temporarily away from them all.
January 2, 2007
To the family of:Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. My heart cries out for you in your grief and you have my thoughts and prayers. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully we will all meet in Heaven one day where we will rest in the arms of Jesus. If you need prayer or need someone to talk to, please call or write my pastor: Rev. John Pearrell 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Polly Ballew Covington,Ga
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
October 10, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Swisher family in the loss of Christopher. I did not know Christopher, 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. Christopher 3 years ago today you were taken, 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~
Garnet Jenkins
October 9, 2006
In remembrance of Staff Sgt. Christopher W. Swisher, on this 3rd anniversary of the day he gave his life, for our Country and For Freedom.
May Christopher, rest in the Care of God and know that he is a True American hero, that shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I Pray that God's Loving Grace and Comfort will continue to be with the Swisher family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice,
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
"The soldier, above all others, is required to perform the
highest act of religious teaching--SACRIFICE."
~General Douglas MacArthur~
Chad Turner
July 4, 2006
I miss you so much, and it is because of you that I get up everyday to do my job. You are my best friend and I will never forget what you have taught me!
Nicole Turner
May 31, 2006
I can't believe it has been almost three years since Chris was taken from all of us. Kristen, if you still get these updates, know that I think about you & Chris and pray for you both everytime I walk into the Main Post Chapel, here at Fort Polk. God Bless! Nikki Turner
Mark & Poli Schurman
December 11, 2005
As a military veteran and having a husband who currently serves and is deployed to the Middle East, I want to extend my gratitude and thanks to the family of SSgt Swisher for their sacrafice to our country as well. We are all with you.
michael gilliam
September 29, 2005
i didn't know chris.....but he is my hero...i pray god will bless and comfort his family...for giving the so much....a son
Kenny McGill
October 27, 2003
It was a pleasure to have known SSG Swisher. Even tho he has not been at Ft Knox for a while his name is stilled remembered. Most that were close to him called him McGyver becuase he loved fixing things. Kristen, Sharon and family, know that he left a good impression on Ft Knox and the soldiers that served with him here. From all the old 3rd Platoon guys, we will miss you. Scouts Out!
Kathy Hartmann
October 27, 2003
My family wishes to extend our prayers and sympathy to your family. I can't begin to know what you are going threw right now. But know that lots of people keep you and your loved ones in their prayers. We have a son fighting in Iraq also and know the sacrifice your son made for his country. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Deb Wheeler
October 23, 2003
We share freedom in our country with each other because of soldiers like Sgt. Swisher. He gave his life to make a better place for us to live. May God Bless all of you and God Bless America.
Cindy West
October 23, 2003
So sorry to learn of Christophers passing. Our son is also in Baghdad serving in the Ghost Troop from Fort Polk, La. I'm sure he will be missed immensely by his family and friends. Our sincere sympathy. Cindy & Sam West
Michelle Vallabhbhai
October 23, 2003
"Swisher" was always a wonderful person to be around. I knew him when he was still in high school at Northeast and working at King's. He always wanted to be a soldier. His patriotism and love of life, family, friends and country will be missed.
colleen hayward
October 22, 2003
So sorry to hear of your loss. It is wonderful we have fine young men willing to serve there country. My wish is things get resolved over there soon.
Gary Moore
October 22, 2003
Kristin, Bruce, Ilah and Bridgett:
My deepest sympathy,Gary
Mr. & Mrs Peetz
October 22, 2003
We are all blessed to know that you have served your country with honor and you have given the ultimate sacrafice so that we can continue to live in the land of the free. GOD BLESS AMERICA & GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY!!!! You are all in our prayers
Chad & Nicole Turner
October 21, 2003
Chris, the Army was your life, and you died doing what you loved. God called back the best. We love you. Scouts Out!
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