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Carl Anderson Obituary
GEORGETOWN | Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson Jr., 21, died Sunday, Aug. 29, 2004 while on active duty with the U.S. Air Force in Iraq.
Born Aug. 25, 1983 in Georgetown, the son of the Rev. Carl L. Anderson Sr. and Mrs. Doris Smith Anderson, he is a 2001 graduate of Georgetown High School and a member of Greater St. Stephen AME Church.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sisters, Ms. Carletta Anderson and Ms. Ki'Maro Anderson, both of Georgetown; paternal grandparents, Mr. Emanuel Manigault and Mrs. Leitha Manigault of Georgetown.
The funeral will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7 at Bethel AME Church, on the corner of Duke and Broad in Georgetown, with burial following in Morning Glory Cemetery. Wilds' Daughter Home for Funerals is in charge.
Sign a guest book at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to GADAC Airman Carl Anderson Scholarship Fund, c/o Wachovia Bank, P.O. Box 515, Georgetown, SC 29442.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl Anderson
SrA Schiller
May 31, 2025
Brother not a day goes by that your not on mind you will never be forgotten I was on the tarmac to kwanju ab when they told me that u passed I know I told you we would meet Iraq it never happened your presence on my life taught me to enjoy life more not take things so seriously seems like yesterday we were laughing in the day room love ya Brother and if his family sees this I'm a better man for knowing him no words in this world could possibly convey the proper condolences just know 21 years later I think about him love and light to youse
Ike Simmons
May 14, 2025
Drove through Georgetown today and saw your name along hwy. Googled you and now I know your story! Thank you Hero!
Charlie Gili
October 6, 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 Carl L. Anderson Jr. US Air Force Airman 1st Class.
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
Jonathan Lane
December 19, 2015
God bless you, brother! I know you're embracing the Lord's unconditional love right now, and I will always remember the times that you and I have had together at Elmendorf, AFB. Miss you! I graciously thank you for your service in which I am grateful to have known you. You are, and always be, a hero, CJ! Christ loves you and that's why you're home in heaven.
Jonathan Lane (A1C Lane)
September 1, 2013
August 29, 2013
In memory and honor of Airman 1st Class Carl Anderson. Nine years and we still have not forgotten.
Peggy Childers
August 30, 2013
To the family and friends of Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson:
Always remembering Carl. "Some gave all."
July 31, 2013
GOD Blessing to the Anderson Family,Gone but not forgot.Lafaye Nelson Gilliard-Mayor of Greater Hawkins Street Family
RITA DORSEY
May 30, 2013
MY DEAR HANDSOME NEPHEW,,, WHAT CAN I SAY AFTER THESE PAINFUL YEARS YOU ARE STILL AS PRESENT IN MY HEART TODAY AS YOU WERE WHEN YOU WERE BORN. AND I'M PROUD TO SAY I WAS THERE WITH YOUR MOM FROM THE BEGINNING AS ALL OF OUR FAMILY WERE. I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH MY HEART HURTS, HOW COULD THIS BE OUR LIL CARL GONE..BABY BOY YOU ARE SO SPECIAL THE APPLE OF YOUR MOM'S EYE THE SON YOUR FATHER IS SO PROUD OF, THE BIG AND LITTLE BROTHER TO YOUR SISTERS, THE UNCLE TO THE NIECE YOU NEVER GOT TO MEET, SHE FEELS YOUR LOVE ALSO. LIL CARL WE LOVE YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY AND WE WILL NEVER EVER FORGET ALL THAT YOU MEAN TO SO MANY PEOPLE. WE PRAY FOR STRENGTH TO CARRY ON BECAUSE SOMETHIMES IT IS TO HARD TO UNDERSTAND WHY IT WAS THIS WAY-BUT WE WILL ALWAYS TRUST IN GOD FOR ANSWERS BUT WE WILL NEVER QUESTIONS HIS WAYS...
LOVE YOU WITH A HEART AS BIG AS YOUR SMILE..
Julio Rodriguez
August 30, 2011
To the families of our American Heroes,
I want to thank each of you for your personal
sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in
your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the
ages to come.
RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20
A greatful Veteran
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Vietnam 64,65,66,68-69
Peggy Childers
August 30, 2011
To the family and friends of Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson:
Please accept my remembrance of Carl on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
R J
March 30, 2011
Condolences to the family, may the peace of God be with you.
Rosemarie,
Rahway NJ
The Clark's
March 27, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Elizabeth Raab
January 15, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
August 29, 2010
To the family and friends of Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson:
Remembering Carl 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
A A
July 18, 2010
To Those I Loved And To Those Who Loved Me:
When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do.
You must not tie yourself to me with tears, Be thankful for our beautiful years.
I gave to you my love, you can only guess, how much you gave to me in happiness,
I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now it's time I traveled alone.
So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must. Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part, So, bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come.
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near, All my love around you soft and clear.
And then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say, "Welcome Home."
Sondra Millman
June 14, 2010
Thank you our Fallen Hero. Good Bless you and your family for allowing you to sacrifice yourself for our Freedom. You will not be forgotten. "We're Only on Earth for a Little While, so Live, Life to the Fullest and Carry a Smile" A1C Elizabeth Jacobson KIA 9/28/2005.
A.C.
March 24, 2010
Today I saw a photo of your son's bedroom in "The Shrine Down The Hall." I was immediately impressed by its neatness and order, his picture by the doorway, his encyclopedias, family photos - everything precisely in its place awaiting his return. I cried as if I had known your son. The world is a lesser place in which to live without this handsome, popular young man. God bless you.
Laurie Jimenez
August 30, 2009
I am proud, but saddened to sign this guest book of your fallen C.J.Ive never been to this site and realized just how many have sacrificed for our great country. My son is USAF and is currently stationed in So.Korea.I wish they could all come home now, but I know they want and need to finish the job.I wish I could have known your C.J..God bless yo.
Cindy Phillips
August 29, 2009
Another year has gone by but never a day that you have been forgotten. CJ, are always in my thoughts and prayers. Please continue to watch over our convoyers. You are missed.
SSgt Cindy Phillips
Scott Dearduff
July 14, 2009
It is an honor to sign this guest book and pay special tribute to A1C Anderson. I have created a private foundation honor fallen Airmen and we are currently organizing a charity golf tournament. This tournament will raise money to build a permanent memorial for Fallen Airmen at Shaw AFB, SC. A1C Anderson will be honored along with his fellow Airmen during the tournament and at the permanent memorial. Please accept our condolences. If time permits, please view our website at www.fallenairmenmemorial.com
Thanks
Chief
Dearduff
Victoria Henry
May 2, 2009
To the Anderson Family-
I am a classmate of Carletta. I wanted to tell you that since Carl's passing, I have thought of you all often and I am continually praying for the Lord to strengthen you. The body of Christ is amazing in that way. Thank God for your lives and the life of your son. His life is a true inspiration as is yours. Blessings and Peace to you
Kathi
May 2, 2009
Carl. I just wanted to thank you for defending our great country and my freedom. you shall never be forgotten, I am sorry you had to pay the ultimate price for our continued freedom, and I just want you to know America love's you. My nephew PFC Aaron Ward is with you in heaven, look him up he's a great guy. God bless your family, and all the other soldiers still fighting.
Proud aunt of PFC Aaron Ward
K.I.A. 5-6-08 at age 19, Iraq
In Memory of Carl ~ (Debra Estep)
Debra Estep (Aleandri)
August 29, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Carl, 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
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
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SSgt Cindy Phillips
August 29, 2008
Wow, I can't believe it has been 4 years since that night. I remember that horribly hot day that we first landed in Iraq, the unit we were replacing had just lost one of their own but we all thought that wouldn’t happen to us; we were trained and prepared, and we all were suppose to come home… I had never felt so many emotions all at once when they told us. I was so angry and felt incredibly useless. It was so final. You were gone and there was nothing we could do. We wanted to get our team together to go out on the road and bring your team back to base but they wouldn’t let us. They said it was too dangerous and we couldn’t afford anymore casualties. We lost one of our brothers that night and the hole in my heart for you is still there. When I went back to Iraq in 2006, I drove the road that you were on that dreadful night and I thought of you. I think about you and your family and I pray for you all often. I’m leaving next week for my third tour of convoy duty and I know you’ll be watching over us as we travel those roads. Always in my thoughts and prayers, God bless you, my brother in arms.
Michael Iezzi
August 29, 2008
Carl,
Thinking and praying for you on the 4th anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Happy Birthday
Michael Iezzi
August 25, 2008
Carl,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Peggy Childers
August 9, 2008
To the family of Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson:
Carl 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
David Everett
June 26, 2008
I served in Afghanistan and Iraq, and lost several good friends. It never seems to make sense why one person goes and another stays. Only the Almighty knows, his will is perfect. Rest in peace my brother.
Corporal David Everett
USMC 1998-2003
Henryk Zaleski,USN-Ret
June 14, 2008
Rest in peace.
Hester Benitez
June 13, 2008
From one mother, to another mother who has buried a 21 year old son.I can't take your pain away but, I can pray your strenght in the Lord. I can pray for your husband and the rest of your family. I wish I can say it will be easy it won't, I wish I can say you will get over this you won't. I can say when you give it to the Lord, you will learn to deal with it day by day, one day at a time. Such a nice looking young man. My heart goes out to you and, your family. God Bless each and every one of you.
Dick Healey
June 13, 2008
I just want to thank Carl and his family for their ultimate contribution to the freedom of this country. I am a Vietnam era veteran who never saw combat but trained many young men who did and I am sure none who deserve our thanks any more than Carl.
Thank you and enjoy your place in heaven.
June 13, 2008
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
June 13, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Carl to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Carl in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Linda (Brown) Tucker
June 5, 2008
From me and my family, i send you all my love, may Gog keep and bless you, my prayer will be with you and your family, may God blessing be with you at this time.
Stehen Burnett
May 29, 2008
Thank you for your bravery and for all you have done for the United States. What have have done will be remembered.
the Buck family
May 4, 2008
To the family of Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God comfort and bless your family.
Brittnei Finn
November 24, 2007
To the family of Carl L. Anderson Jr.,
Your family member may be gone but never forgotten. To me he was a brave young man whose life was to short. I am a 9th grader at my school who is doing a paper on this young man. From what I have read he was a people person and loved his family dearly. To the parents i would like to say you both have raised a fine young man. And to his sister keep your head up and stand strong not only for you and your family but for your brother as well. Tell his story and never forget his legacy because I know I wont. I may not have known him face to face but his story has bought me closer than any meeting face to face can.
Thank you I will keep your family in mind.
Love,
Brittnei Finn
October 3, 2007
To a hero:
THANK YOU so much for all that you have done. You were truly a angel on earth.My sympanthy to the whole family. And thank you for allowing us to contiune to have this freedom that we get to enjoy each and every day. For every fallen soldier there is a star in the heavens and I will countiune to bow my head and pray.
R.I.P Angel
SrA Lacey Villareal
September 7, 2007
I am currently serving as a SrA in the Air Force and lately I have been having trouble remembering why I serve, so I decided to buy a memorial bracelet honoring someone else in the Air Force who was killed in action, to remind me why I do what I do. I got Carl's name, with the date he died sent to me and I wear it every single day. I didn't know Carl when he was alive, but we did have something in common, we believed in something bigger than ourselves. I am very very proud to wear my bracelet and I hope that nobody ever forgets why we do what we do. My thoughts will be with the Anderson family always.
connie sing
September 1, 2007
Thank you for the ultimate sacrafice you made on our behalf.
You are a HERO in all sense of the word.
God Bless This family!
Jennifer Mitchell
August 30, 2007
To the Anderson Family.
CJ will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Forever and Always,
SSGT. Brad M. Mitchell and Family
Jacob Sutton
August 30, 2007
Hey Bro, its been three years since the day and your still in everyones hearts and memories....I know your watching over all of us.
You'll never be forgotten.
August 29, 2007
Regardless of the time that may pass, your memory and spirit shall live on.
God Bless
Anonymous
July 27, 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 (NY)
Scott Leach, TSgt, USAF
May 4, 2007
To the Anderson Family,
My deepest sympathy to you. I just wanted you to know that I wear a rememberance bracelet everyday with Carl's name on it. I never got the honor of meeting Carl, but he is in my thoughts everyday.
Sincerely,
Michelle Odell
March 1, 2007
Dear Anderson family,
My husband Ray "Dirt" Odell was stationed at Elmendorf with CJ. Ray was discharged form the Air Force about 2 years ago. We now live in Sumter, SC. A year ago we found out we where having out 3rd little boy. When we found out it was a boy we decided that his middle name was going to be Carl after your son. We would love to come there and place flowers on CJ's grave. Please let me know if you can where he is bured and as soon as we can we will be there. Your family is always on our minds. Thanks you. God bless you and CJ, he really tuched our family.
Jerrica Sykes
January 27, 2007
GREETING TO THE ANDERSON FAMILY, THERE IS NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT I DONT THINK ABOUT YOU CJ YOU WERE MY BEST FREIND. I HAD NEVER MET A GUY LIKE YOU BEFORE AND I STILL HAVENT 2 YRS LATER. WE CLICKED FROM DAY ONE. YOU WERE ALWAYS SO MANNERABLE, HONEST AND MOST OF ALL RESPECTFUL. YOU NEVER WERE DISRESPECTFUL AND YOU ALWAYS STOOD YOUR GROUND. YOU TOOK PRIDE IN SERVING OUR COUNTRY AND I WONT LIE I WAS ENVIOUS OF ALL YOUR COINS...LOL YOU ALWAYS LIT UP ANY ROOM AND YOU WERE THE CENTER OF ATTENTION AT ANY ENGAGEMENT. MY HEART ACHES EVERYTIME I SIT AND THINK ABOUT HOW I CANT CALL YOU TO JUST LET THE WEIGHT OF THIS WORLD FALL ON YOUR SHOULDER. I KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN ETERNITY WITH OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST AND THAT I HAVE TO SAY THANKS TO YOUR PARENTS FOR RAISING YOU TO KNOW THE LORD SO THAT ONE DAY WHEN THE LORD CALLS ME HOME I WILL BE ABLE TO SEE YOU AGAIN. ME AND CHAVALIER LAUGH AT EVERYTIME WE SPENT HANGING OUT IN COOL JONES ROOM.KNOW THAT AS LONG AS IM LIVING YOUR STORY WILL REMAIN ALIVE BECAUSE IM ALWAYS TALKING ABOUT MR COOL JONES. I PLAN ON MAKING IT TO S.C. ONE DAY BEFORE I LEAVE TO PAY MY RESPECTS AND FULFILL MY PROMISE TO YOU THAT I MADE ABOUT GETTING YOU YOUR BIRTHDAY PRESENT...LOL MAN I MISS YOU AND YOUR ALWAYS IN MY HEART I LOVE YOU CJ JERRICA SYKES
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 8, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Anderson family in the loss of Carl. I did not know Carl, 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. Carl it has been over two 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~
Jennifer Christman
December 19, 2006
Hello,
I really don't know how to start this letter. Just to say that I am very sorry for your loss. My husband is currently in Iraq for his second term and I could not imagine my life without him. It has to be so straining on you. I recently seperated from the air force and it truly is a family that will never be forgotten. I pray for all the men and women currently over there, and for the families of fallen soldiers, and of those dealing with there loved ones gone. May god bless you all!
Jennifer Christman
Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota
Thomas Duffy
December 4, 2006
I am part of Air Force ROTC Detachment 490 located in Newark, New Jersey. I am also part of Arnold Air Society which is a Professional, Honorary, Service Organization. AAS is all about remembering POW/MIA and our fallen comrades. Each AAS member across the country is wearing a bracelet with one of our fallen hero's name on it...to remember. I have A1C Carl L. Andersons, Jr. I wear it with pride and thanks...and sorrow for your sacrifice. I never knew him personally, but as I wear the bracelet, I imagine it is him following me on my life since his was taken so abruptly. We should not and WE WILL NOT FORGET YOU. God Bless.
Shirley & Joseph Siravo
October 21, 2006
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Please know that we share your grief, and our prayers are with you. THANK YOU for serving our country, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!
Jacob Sutton
September 19, 2006
Its been 2 years and it is still so hard to believe that you are gone bro...I was with you to the end bro. There are times i wish i was driving that night and you were gunning instead...but its been so hard to except what happened... We spent a lot of time just talking about life and what we were going to do when we got back to Elmendorf AFB, AK. Its hard to believe that you were taken and not me or Helmick. We feel so lucky cause it really should of been all three of us... Not a day goes by that i dont think about 29 August 2004, the night we got hit. You were my home boy from the day i got to Elmendorf and you'll be my boy till the day i die. I know you'll always be in our hearts and watching over us when we least expect it. You were not only a great friend CJ but and amazing person and i am honored to have served with you. Your missed greatly bro and i still talk about the crazy stuff we use to do when we lived in the dorms and hung out. For your mother, father, and two sisters...I had the honor to meet you all at Elmendorf, and sit down and talk with you all at our shop when you came up for the Anderson Circle Street Sign Dedication Ceremoney. Myself and TSgt. Helmick were honored to meet the family of our good friend who was taken from us. My wishes and support go out to you and it was a honor meeting you all. I'm so sorry for you lose but know that Carl was a great person and amazing friend. When i return from Afghanistan I plan on coming up to S.C. to meet with CJ again at his grave. I at least owe him that. CJ bro, you'll never be forgotten...I'll know you'll always be watching over me...You were a amazing guy and a great friend bro...Your missed greatly by all of us...luv you bro...Road Dogs 4 Life
Jacob Sutton
494 Truck Company
Mosul, Iraq
July 04-Jan 05
Elmedorf AFB, AK
Nov 02-Nov 05"
Jacob Sutton of Eglin AFB, FL
Stephanie Cuttino
August 31, 2006
It still doesn't seem real. I knew as my son's classmate. Now you are the famous fallen Airman Carl L. Anderson. I pray you are heaven bound. Love Ms. Cuttino (Jeff's mom)
Anonymous
August 29, 2006
Two years have come and gone, but you are not forgotten. You are forever engrained in our hearts and minds.
God bless.
Garnet Jenkins
August 29, 2006
Remembering Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson, on the anniversary of the day he gave his life for our County and for Freedom, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication.
Rest well in God's Loving Care, Carl L. Anderson and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and comfort, continue to be with the Anderson
family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~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
"Some people come into our lives and stay for a short while, others leave footprints on our hearts that will last forever."
~Author Unknown~
A1C Lakesha Barnett
August 26, 2006
Dear Anderson Family,
You will continue to be in my prayers. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about Carl. I know that where he's at- he will be looking down apon you and be your guardian angel. Carl, Darren and I were really close. Carl was like a brother to me. He helped me to join the Armed Forces. Everyday that I am in the Air Force and I feel like things are hard- I think about what Carl would do in that situation. His drive and determination inspired me to keep moving. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to meet C.
Susann Hutt
May 29, 2006
On this Memorial Day 2006, please accept the thanks of a grateful American. This is the greatest legacy a son could leave, laying down his life for others.
b. r.
May 11, 2006
Thank you Carl
Janet Blair Reown
May 9, 2006
Carl and Doris I know this is a late entry but I was lookin for something else and was led here. God has our destiny as to what we are to do each day. I want to tell you two people that you are a blessing to me. I always thank God for the circle of friends he has put me with. You two turkies are part of that blessed circle. Did not know I could get serious. Smile.
Tamara White
May 4, 2006
I have kept your family in my prayers. May God continue to bless you and put your hearts at ease. I can't begin to imagine how you must feel. Most people say pain goes away with time. I don't believe that. I feel the same way I felt almost two years ago when I first heard of his death. Carl, I hope you like it up there. Maybe we will meet when it's my time to come to Heaven!
Lt Col (ret) George Forest
April 18, 2006
When I first spoke to the Anderson Family, during a very trying time, Carl's dad said to me, "we tried to raise our son right, how did he turn out, how do people feel about him, what do they think of him?" I assured him that CJ is loved and he demonstrated love to others. He said, "we are praying for you troops in the war." Just today, I saw US Army, Maj Gen (retired)Batiste on TV and thought of Carl. The General was in Mosul at the Memorial Service, paying respect to Carl. I shall never forget Carl. I was his squadron commander; 732 Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, Balad AB Iraq
Lt Col (ret) George Forest
April 18, 2006
When I first spoke to the Anderson Family, during a very trying time, Carl's dad said to me, "we tried to raise our son right, how did he turn out, how do people feel about him, what do they think of him?" I assured him that CJ is loved and he demonstrated love to others. He said, "we are praying for you troops in the war." Just today, I saw US Army, Maj Gen (retired)Batiste on TV and thought of Carl. The General was in Mosul at the Memorial Service, paying respect to Carl. I shall never forget Carl. I was his squadron commander; 732 Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, Balad AB Iraq
Pat Canfall
April 10, 2006
My condolences to the Anderson family. Carl may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.
simone crespiatico
April 7, 2006
MI UNISCO ALLA FAMIGLIA NEL CORDOGLIO PER LA PERDITA DEL VOSTRO FIGLIO CARL.
CHE IL SIGNORE VEGLI SU DI LUI
Tisha Moreno,Forest Glen Middle
March 21, 2006
I send out all my love to your family for the lost of your son,so may god hold you in his arms and show you so much love and protect you though this hard time of your life.
Sincerely,
TishaMoreno
F.G.M.S
DANIELLE HALLMON FOREST GLEN MIDDLE
March 21, 2006
I AM TRUELY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OR YOU TURE SOLDIER AND YOUR SON. I KNOW THAT HE WAS A HEOR AND THAT U MISS HIM SO MUCH JUST KNOW THAT HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE. SINCERLY, DANIELLE HALLMON
kevin cohen FOREST GLEN MIDDEL
March 21, 2006
DEAR ANDERSON FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SON AND WHISH THE BEST FOR YOU ALL,IM SURE HE WAS A WONDER KID GOD BLESS
tiffany marrero
March 21, 2006
carl was a corageouse witty man and he believed that fighting for his country was the right thing, god understood what he had done and took him for an eternity of rest!!!!!
Susan
February 17, 2006
Thank you for defending our freedom.
atkins riddick
February 14, 2006
Jones aka(Cool Jones), Man it's almost 2 years later and I still can't believe your gone. You were my brother and when you left you took part of me with you. This is just a pain that I will have to live with for the rest of my life. There's no words that I can use to describe this tragedy, as long as I live you will never be forgotten. To the Anderson Family be proud not everyone dies a Hero. My heart and prayers will always be with you. If there's anything i can do or anything you need you can always call me at (907)230-0923
kia greene
January 26, 2006
TO THE ANDERSON FAMILY,
I CANT STILL SAY TODAY IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. IM NOT SAYING NOW I KNOW HOW IT FEELS WHEN YOU LOSE SOMEONE, B/C IT STILL HURTS ME TO THINK ABOUT HIS DEATH. I REMEMBER WHEN CARL FIRST WENT TO THE AIR FORCE AND ON HIS FIRST VISIT BACK HE CAME TO MY HOUSE I WAS DELIGHTED TO SEE HIM. WE JUST SAT AND TALKED ABOUT THE TAPE WE MADE IN HIGH SCHOOL FOR A CLASS. IT WAS GOOD JUST BEING ABLE TO SEE HIM AGAIN.JUST RECENTLY I LOST MY BROTHER, DUE TO HYPERTENION AND IT KILLS ME EVERYDAY TO THINK ABOUT THE MATTER. HE WAS ONLY 26YRS OLD. I KNOW WHAT YOU ALL ARE FEELING. IM STILL SORRY FOR THE LOST OF SON, AND BROTHER.
Tim Hanson
January 25, 2006
I ordered a POW/MIA/KIA bracket and it came with Carl's name on it. I wear it everyday - many people have asked about it - my simple reply is - he died for us.
Darryl Sample
November 22, 2005
CJ will always be remembered by The Sample Family. I am greatful to have had the time to know Carl. He was a very special person who touched many people in many ways."CJ continue to smile down on all of us".
PS Sadiq Sarfraz
November 3, 2005
Dear Pastor & family,
Your son is with Jesus Christ lika a stephen.
May God give you peace.
clyde bowden & family
October 27, 2005
we thank Airman 1st Class Carl L. Anderson for his services! our condolences and sympathy are with the family. we want to say that the family is still in our prayers. our two daughters are active military.
William Dominy
October 26, 2005
We send our thoughts and prayers. Although I never met A1C Anderson personally, he was part of our family...the 2T1 (Vehicle Operator)family. God Bless!
TSgt William Dominy
Carletta Scott
October 5, 2005
Rev. and Mrs. Anderson, Carletta and Kimaro,
May you find peace in knowing that your son and brother not only served as a hero for his country but he was a great friend and and a great person. Your family will always be in my prayers.
RIP Carl.
The Mosley's Jehovah Witness
September 8, 2005
To: The Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May this scripture encourage and strengthen you'll.
2Corinthians 1:3/4.
Take care,
with our deepest sympathy and prayers
Tanya Caldwell
August 31, 2005
Words cannot express your sadness, I did not know your son, but my sympathy goes out to you and your family. His sacrifice is beyond a simple thank you. He will be added in my own wall of honor. I will never forget his name.
Anonymous
August 29, 2005
Mr & Mrs Anderson and Family,
Although I knew your son, but for a brief moment in time, His memory shall endure...always.
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ashley mccall
August 29, 2005
TO THE ANDERSONS,
IT'S BEEN ONE YEAR ALREADY SINCE YOU LOST YOUR SON AND BROTHER AND I LOST ONE OF THE BEST FRIENDS I'VE EVER HAD. AS ALWAYS, MY PRAYERS, THOUGHTS AND LOVE IS WITH YOU! WE WILL ALWAYS MISS CARL, YET HIS LOVE WILL LIVE WITH US FOREVER!!
LOVE ALWAYS
REST IN PEACE, CARL; I'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!!
Melissa Smith
August 29, 2005
On this, the anniversary of my Cousin's death, I would like to say that he is still very missed by our entire family. And my prayers go out to my Aunt and Uncle, Rev. & Mrs. Carl Anderson, Carletta, and Kimaro as they pay tribute to Carl, Jr. in Alaska today. Even though we all could not be there with them in person, we are all with them in spirit. We love you all very much.
MacKenzie Koruna
August 28, 2005
Pastor and Mrs. Anderson and daughters,
On this, the, (almost), one year anniversary of Carl's passing, I wanted to take a minute and try to do what I have found to be impossible before now.
Say good-bye.
My name is MacKenzie and I was the civilian in the Commander's Support Staff at 3LRS. It was my pleasure to know and work with Carl. He was one of the first troops I got to bring into the Squadron, just after I started there in Feb 02, and I was one of the last to see him before he left.
In the three years we worked together, Carl never set foot into our office that he didn't have a smile on his face; didn't really lay on his "Southern accent"; and didn't laugh at my sometimes awful jokes. He never failed to pull out that smooth southern style and say (insert smooth, easy and southern here), "Hello Miss MacKenzie." It brought a smile to my face every time.
Carl had a smile that could out shine the sun; a personality that could fill a room and the courage of a Lion.
I miss him every single day.
Cj, You will never be forgotten. I know you are leading the Angels in chorus right now, singing songs of Praise and Glory, and even that, gladdens my heart.
Good-bye my friend.
In His Holy Name,
Zie
(formally Anchorage, AK)
Dorothy
August 12, 2005
Wanted to say we appreciate your son's sacrifice and service to his country.
Gwen Grayson
August 9, 2005
R.I.P SOLDIER
Gloria Anderson Childers
August 2, 2005
Thank you for your service to this country.. You, and all the men who serve are my heros. God bless you and your family. RIP
Johnathan Guiles
July 8, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with the Anderson family. Currently working in Afghanistan I will always keep you in my prayers. May GOD bless you and keep you strong.
Johnathan Guiles
July 8, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with the Anderson famliy. Currently working in Afghanistan I will always keep you in my prayers. May GOD bless you and keep you strong.
Mechelle Weyer
July 5, 2005
I want to say first of all how proud of this young man and I'm so very sorry for his families loss. I want the family to know that I am very proud of each and every person who fights for our rights here and gives us the freedom to live like we live. I have a brother right now serving in Kwait and I worry each and every day for him and everyone over there. I want to say that you have a very special place in my heart and thank you very much.
arthur anderson
June 28, 2005
Sorry for our lost. May God bless you all.
Arthur
Frances Corona
June 1, 2005
My highest respects to Mr. Anderson. I have 3 living children and thanks to great Americans like you they will have a future that is free and safe.
Crystal Simmons
May 30, 2005
Dear Anderson Family:
On this Memorial Day I would like to tell you how much your son was appreciated. We need more young men like him! You should be so proud of the man you raised! My sincere thoughts and prayers will be with your family today.
Albert McLaughlin
May 30, 2005
Can not express in words my sorrow on the loss of such a fine man. May God be with him!
Lynda Bryan
May 30, 2005
Dear Anderson Family and Friends,
Thank you for your sercvice to our great country. We appreciate what Carl, junior stood for and his desire to keep America free. We morn your loss with you and will keep your family in our prayers. God bless you.
CMSgt Michael Morey
May 26, 2005
Dear Anderson Family: I am always saddened by the loss of an Air Force family member, yet I want to thank you for sharing AIC Carl Anderson with the United States Air Force. His commitment, dedication, and true patriotic ideals are the necessary attributes we seek in all of our men and women to assure democracy, freedom, and the security of this great nation and its people. Carl truly exemplified our core values of integrity, service before self, and excellence in all we do and I'm proud to have served with Carl. His loss is great and he will surely be missed. May God bless him and the Anderson family.
Franciska Blankenfeld
May 26, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with A1C Anderson's family during this Memorial Day. I will forever be grateful to him for preserving & securing the ideals of our great nation. God Bless.
CMSgt Franciska Blankenfeld
United States Air Force
LAWRENCE COOPER
May 3, 2005
AS A FORMER MEMBER OF THE USAF (15 YEARS), I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. I HURT WHENEVER A MEMBER IS LOST....
Jennifer Stewart
May 1, 2005
As a member of the United States Airforce I express my condolences
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