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for Nathan Dalley
Charles Gili
October 13, 2020
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends 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 and hometown of Nathan S. Dalley
US Army Captain.
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 and 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
September 16, 2012
Still remembered and missed. Gone far too soon.
Peggy Childers
November 19, 2011
November 17, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Nathan S. Dalley:
Please accept my remembrance of Nathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 17, 2010
To the family and friends of Capt. Nathan S. Dalley:
Remembering Nathan 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
Twila Martak
April 19, 2010
Thank you for your service to our country. Bless you and God speed.
Kenna
December 7, 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 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
Belinda Blanco
April 28, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss, Kristen.
In Memory of Nathan ~ (Debra Estep)
November 17, 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 Nathan, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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
November 16, 2008
To the family of Capt. Nathan S. Dalley:
Nathan 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
William Swisher
July 12, 2008
From an old soldier and father of a West point grad, an Annapolis grad, and Army R.O.T.C. grad, I cry with you. The loss of any soldier such as Nathan diminishes us all.
June 30, 2008
I am so sorry for this loss. What a loss for all of us. It is painful to think of what we are all missing out on.
Rest in peace-
March 22, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Capt Dalley!
Lyndsay Willden
November 21, 2007
Dear Lord,
There's a young man or woman far from home, Called to serve their nation in time of war; Sent to defend our freedom on some foreign shore.
We pray You keep them safe, we pray You keep them strong, we pray You send them safely home, for they've been away so long.
Bless those who await their safe return, and those who mourn their lost. Bless those who serve this country well, no matter what the cost.
Thank You Nate for your service and your sacrifice on MY behalf and our countries behalf.
July 29, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Le Ron A. Wilson (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
July 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Capt Dalley and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless you all!!
Daniel Danczyk
June 17, 2007
Nate..it's with great sadness that I write this... I can't believe you're gone. You were a fellow "gopher" at school with me. You spent just as much time studying engineering/goofing off with my roommate in our room as I did studying! I felt like you were a fellow roommate :) You'll be missed.
SFC Michael Jones
May 1, 2007
Sir, you were the best platoon leader I have ever had the chance to work for. I am proud to say that I was you Platoon Sergeant. Hopefully I taught you as much as I have learned. GOD BLESS
Nancy Sahlberg
April 29, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Garnet Jenkins
November 16, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Capt. Nathan S. Dalley, three years ago today.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May Nathan rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Dalley family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
May you find Strength in your Faith,
Comfort in God's Love, and
Peace in knowing this country remembers Nathan.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Elise Jones
November 7, 2005
Nate~ I want to thank you for being such a sincere friend since early elementary school. You were one of my favorite buddies all those years and were always smiling and happy, no matter what. "Thank you" doesn't seem to correctly express how I feel for your sacrifice. You are noble, honorable, and greatly missed, but I know we'll see you again.
Elise Newman Jones, Sacramento CA
Jessica Baugh
August 25, 2005
To Nate, his family and friends, and to Kristen,
I only had the chance to meet Nate once or twice before he left for Iraq, but I knew that he was a great guy. He loved his country; he loved his family; and he loved my good friend Kristen. My sincerest condolences go out to you all. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Kindest regards,
Jessica Baugh
NGCSU Class of 99
KAT
March 31, 2005
THERE ARE NO WORDS TO SAY BUT... I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
CAPT. DALLEY, I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPREME SACRIFICE!
YOU AND ANYONE LIKE YOU, WHO GIVE THEIR LIVES FOR OTHERS...YOU ARE THE REAL HERO'S
REST IN PEACE!!!
Craig & Jennifer Morrison
February 27, 2004
It was with great sadness that I learned of Capt. Dalley's passing. I was unaware of it until Feb. 27 when I read of it in the Ensign. Orien was a co-worker of mine when Nathan applied to West Point. I remember the family's pride in his being accepted, as well as joy in his graduation and service. May God comfort you in this time of grief with a sure knowledge of His mercy, love and promise of Eternal Life.
Kristen Barnekov
November 30, 2003
Nate,
Thank you for the best 3 years of my life and for giving me the opportunity to share an intimate part of your life. I will love you always and forever. I miss you so much.
Clinton & Julie Staples
November 28, 2003
Although my family didn't know Nathan or his family we would like to thank him and his family for their sacrifice so that my family has freedom. May God bless you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Kellie Hansen Kalberer
November 26, 2003
N8. You lit up a room and had a laugh that was contagious. You led by example until the end and I'm honored to be your friend. Thank you for fighting for and giving your life for the freedoms we hold dear. I'm going to miss our "email updates," but I am greatful that we'll all have one more angel on our shoulder. I feel so lucky to have known you.
Bruce/Judy Coffin
November 26, 2003
To the Family and Friends of Nathan Dalley.
We did not know Nathan,but learned of Him though a mutual friend[Charles and Jody Zimmerman of Montrose CO.]
Please accept our sincere condolences to all,,for His supreme
sacrifice.
Thankyou for the freedoms I enjoy Nathan.
Bruce and Judy Coffin
Montrose CO.
Jennetta Checketts
November 25, 2003
My family has been long time friends with some of the Keslers. I was fortunate enough to know Nate since he moved into the Granite community. I always admired his compassion for people around him. He was a fantastic example to all those who knew him and knew OF him. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to all his loved ones.
Kiel & Linda Barnekov
November 25, 2003
When our daughter Kristen, Nate's fiance, first introduced Nate to us we were so impressed with Nate's quiet strength. He treated our daughter with the admiration and respect read about in novels that describe the grandeur and glory of times long past. And we saw the love that our daughter had for Nate in her words, actions, and in her eyes. There is no greater sacrifice than giving one's life so others may live. Nate made this ultimate sacrifice for all of us. He is a hero that will forever live in our hearts. God bless you, Nate, you are missed.
SANDRA BROOKS
November 25, 2003
SOME PEOPLE WALK IN AND OUT OF OUR LIVES, BUT THE ONES THAT LEAVE THE FOOTPRINTS AND THE MEMORIES ARE THE ONES THAT WE ARE BLESSED TO KNOW. I MET NATE WHEN HE CAME HOME WITH MY SON JEFF FROM WEST POINT. IT WAS A HONOR AND PLEASURE TO KNOW HIM AND HAVE SPECIAL MEMORIES. I'LL NEVER FORGET HIM. MY HEART HURTS FOR THE FAMILY AND KRISTEN. WHEN HE LOVED EVERYONE KNEW IT AND HE TRULY LOVED HIS FAMILY AND KRISTEN. WE KNOW THAT AN ANGEL SMILES DOWN ON US NOW. MY LIFE IS BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SPEND TIME WITH NATE . GOD BLESS AND WATCH OVER YOU ALL
Catherine Dalley
November 25, 2003
Nate...I love you kiddo!! Thanks for being my best friend and ALWAYS having time to listen to me. You always let me know how valuable I was in your life. Thank you for your vision of who I was, your faith in me and my abilities. I will miss talking with you, laughing with you, goofing off with you. Most I will miss your hugs and your love. I will miss hearing you say "I love you kiddo." Thank you for being the best brother a sister could have. I will miss you every day for the rest of my life. I will see you later. I love you!
Ron & Cyndie Langer
November 24, 2003
Although we didn't know Nathan we knew of him and his accomplishments. Our prayers go out to Nathan's family and friends. We are friends of his fiance, Kristen Barnekov and her mom and dad, Kiel and Linda Barnekov.
LTC (Ret) & Mrs Charles Zimmerman
November 24, 2003
It was our privelege to know Nate as our son's best friend. All he asked of life was to be able to step forward and volunteer. As always, the best of us go forward. Thanks Nate.
November 24, 2003
I want to express my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Nathan. Although I do not know you, I want to thank you and Nathan for the sacrifice you have suffered for me and my fellow Americans. May God bless you and your family in this time of need.
Alan Camomile
November 24, 2003
I would like to offer my sincerest condolences to family and friends. I am deeply saddened of your loss and greatly appreciative for the personal sacrifices that have been made for the freedoms that we as Americans enjoy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tiffany Kirkham (Ricks)
November 24, 2003
I look up to Nate's kind and christ-like nature. He was always willing to be a friend to the friendless and amazed me with his constant cheerful disposition. Thank you for adding so much to my life through your example Nate!
William Enger
November 24, 2003
We will miss you Nate. You and all our other brothers who have fallen in Afghanistan and Iraq will forever have your names engraved on our hearts and souls.
RLTW!
Scott Carden
November 23, 2003
Nate was a dear friend that I first met at West Point. We served together at Ft Benning and attended too many Army Schools together to mention. He was a great friend that I will truly miss. My deepest sympathies go out to the family and his fiancé Kristen.
Matthew Droz
November 23, 2003
Last year I watched you zip-up your leather jacket, throw on your helmet, fire-up your bike, and hit the road back to Bragg. If only I'd known then that we'd never have another chance to swap stories and reminisce. You were larging than life my friend. Your absence will never be forgotten, and your influence will never end.
Kathy Paschal
November 23, 2003
I didn't know your son, but I know what it is like to lose a loved one. I am very saddened by your loss and my heart goes out to your family. I pray for our Father's blessings and comfort on your family at this time.
Sheila Dycus
November 23, 2003
I didn't know Nathan, but he was a dear friend to my best friends brother Jeff. I want to thank him for all he did for us in Iraq.
Ryan Harmer
November 23, 2003
I love you, Man! You're my brother, my best friend, and my hero. You always brought out the best in me and made me want to be a better man. I will always remember your passion for life. You paid the highest price for your Country and what you believed in. Thank you Nater -- I will not forget.
Michael Baka
November 23, 2003
Nate was my classmate, roommate, and good friend from West Point. We were both Aerospace Engineering Majors at school and branched Infantry together. I still can't believe he's gone. I will miss him and always remember the good times we had together.
S K Helton
November 23, 2003
To Nathan Stephen Kesler Dalley's
family.
Though I have never met any of you
or Nathan, as a patriotic American
I want to express my sympathies
over his loss. He paid the ultimate
sacrifice for his country and his
fellow Americans.
Words cannot express what I feel
in my heart right. I am so proud
and grateful for the men and women
that are over there in Iraq and
Afghanistan fighting to preserve
our freedom.
May God give you comfort and peace
in your heart at this most difficult
time.
Jennifer Madrian Christensen
November 23, 2003
I will always remember Nate as a man who was full of integrity and honor - he was one of those few people you find in life who stands out in a crowd. In high school, Nate was known to love and respect those around him that were not always the most popular or accepted. He will never be forgotten by those who have been lucky enough to cross his path. May God bless his family and fiance at this difficult time.
Warren Baggaley
November 22, 2003
Nathan was a very good senior class president at Brighton High School in 1994 and he will be missed by all of the graduating class of 1994 from Brighton High School our condolences to you and your family we love you Nathan and we are thinking of you you are our Hero we solute you for making our country and our High School proud of you
Sincerly your
Friend WarrenEmersonBaggaley
from the graduating class of 1994 from Brighton High School
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