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Gregory Howman Obituary
Christopher Howman, USMC
Lance Corporal Howman, 28, of Charlotte, died September 16, 2004 while proudly serving his country in Al Anbar Province, Iraq.
Born May 17, 1976, he was the son of Gary L. Howman and the late Hannah Morgan Howman. He attended Olympic High School where he was a member of the baseball team and the ROTC. As a member of the Park Sharon Athletic Association, he was a first baseman and was selected for the All Star team. In January of 2002, Corporal Howman realized his dream of becoming a member of the US Marine Corps. He was based at Camp Pendleton, California and was serving his second tour of duty in Iraq at the time of his death.
Survivors include his father and stepmother, Gary and Beth Howman of Charlotte, NC; sister, Rebecca Lehmann and her husband, Patrick of Navarre, FL; nieces, Savannah Lehmann, Alexis Wood, and Ashleigh Wood; long time girlfriend, Tina Mullins of Rock Hill, SC; and his loving black Labrador, 'Maverick.'
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 24, 2004 at McEwen Funeral Service, Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road. Interment will be 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 29, 2004 in Arlington National Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marine Corps Community Service (MCCS), Commanding General, Attention: John B. Sollis, Marine Corps Base, PSC Box 20004, Camp Lejeune, NC 28542-0004.
Arrangements by McEwen Funeral Service, Pineville Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Howman
Peggy Childers
September 16, 2011
September 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Gregory C. Howman:
Please accept my remembrance of Gregory on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 15, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Gregory C. Howman:
Remembering Gregory 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
barb whitehead
May 25, 2010
The NC Run for the Fallen will honor fallen troops from North Carolina at a Memorial Run on Saturday, May 29th, 8:30am, Ayden Grifton High School track, Hwy 11 S. Ayden NC. Each troop will be honored by a runner/walker who carries a flag in his memory for one mile. Please come join us in honoring our fallen troops. For more information contact Kathy Moore at 252-746-3435 after 5:00pm or email at [email protected]
Peggy Childers
September 15, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Gregory C. Howman:
Gregory 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
How you can show support
Kenna Larra
September 9, 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 you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 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!
Mothers of our heroes, please be aware that the Project Compassion sponsors will now help cover the costs of the portraits for you to have one - regardless if the spouse of the hero has one or not!
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
Project Compassion
P.O. Box 153
Manti, Utah 84642
Captain Carla Sizer, USAF (Retired)
September 25, 2008
I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will 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 passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Lance Cpl Gregory C. Howman, God bless you and your family and God bless America!
Contact me if you want to talk.
PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
Stationed at Ft Hood, TX, 3/8 CAV
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq
AJ Ramirez
September 24, 2008
The Gregory Howman Family,
There are no words that can assuage your heartache.
As an "average American", I find it my humble obligation to offer my sincere condolences on the loss of
Lcpl. Greg Howman USMC. Please know, Greg will live in the hearts of those he chose to protect with his honorable service to God, Country and Corps. May Our Lord give you peace of mind and consolation in knowing our utmost gratitude.
Semper Fidelis-
AJ Ramirez USMC (Ret.)
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
September 24, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Gregory 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 Gregory in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
September 24, 2008
Rest in peace Marine you're paid in full.
In Memory of Gregory ~ (Debra Estep)
September 16, 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 Gregory, 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
Grace
June 11, 2008
There will be an event in Topeka, KS on Saturday, June 14th (Flag Day) called The Reading. Volunteers will be reading the names of the fallen from Iraq and Afghanistan. I'll be Reading Lance Cpl Howman's name. Each Reader is given a page of 50 names - first name, middle initial, last name, date of death and home state. After each name a bell will toll. The event is expected to take approximately 6 hours to complete. If anyone can get a message to the family I would really appreciate it. It's important the family know of this event in memory of their loved one. Thank you Lance Cpl. Howman for your service to our country. I truly appreciate it from the bottom of my heart. You haven't been forgotten. My condolences to his family and friends.
http://www.thereading.us/
http://www.cjonline.com/stories/052408/opi_282377601.shtml
April 19, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Howman!
Becky Lehmann
September 17, 2007
I still can't believe it's been 3 years now. We miss you so much and some days seem like we just lost you yesterday. Take care of mom and Beth up there...I will take care of Daddy down here. We're hanging in there! I love you and miss you little brother!
August 13, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend (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)
The Cat
August 2, 2007
I just moved out to North Carolina to do the thing over at Lejeune. I was unpacking my stuff and I found that Special Forces book you let me borrow when we were in Kuwait after the invasion. I was thinking about you today, bro. Catch you on the flip.
July 12, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Howman and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
Garnet Jenkins
September 15, 2006
In Rememberance of Lance Cpl. Gregory C. Howman, on the anniversary of the day he gave his life for our country.
May he rest in the Mighty Hands 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 Howman family.
There will never be enough ways,
to humbly thank these Heroes,
for their Supreme Sacrifice,
my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
" What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose,
for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us"
~ Helen Keller ~
May the memories of your loved one, live in your heart always.
Kristen Bradley
May 29, 2006
I am thinking of you all today and thankful for the hero we knew and loved. I am still trying to contact the Howman family, Becky or his father. I have something I think should belong to Greg's family. Please, if anyone can put me in touch with them...email me. Thank you. Greg, you live in our hearts and I miss you so much!! Thank you for your sacrifice.
Kristen
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 7, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Howman family in the loss of Gregory. I did not know Gregory, 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. Gregory it has been 19 months since you were taken. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Clayton Andresen
March 1, 2006
I was in Howmans squad in Ramadi, and I was with him the night he left us. Howman was a very good friend mine, he is deeply missed. If you ever have any questions feel free to contact me.
Yours Clayton Andresen
Ken Beck
December 19, 2005
Mr. and Mrs. Howman, I do not have the words to express my deepest sympathys. I do know I have lost a brother, as a combat veteran Marine in Vietnam, I lost lots of brothers some I knew and some I didn't. I remember them all. Take heart the training Greg had for Marines was tough and he probably could not have been successful without the upbringing he recieved from a loving Mom, and Dad. When I reach my final destination, and walk through that gate I will feel safe with all my brothers there, I will know Greg then, and will salute him and say well done Marine. Take care and remember another son was sacrificed so we could all see each other again, as we celebrate the birth of our savior, may you be blessed with Grace and Peace; Semper Fi. Ken Beck former Corporal always Marine.
Kristen Bradley
November 23, 2004
With Thanksgiving coming, I couldn't help but to sign the guestbook again and let the family know how thankful I am for Greg and everything he did for me as an individual and us as Americans. He will NEVER be forgotten and my prayers are still with you guys as we approach the holiday season. Stay Strong!
Toni Howman
October 9, 2004
May Gary and Rebecca take comfort in knowing that they have their own "guardian angel" watching over them in heaven...Let us never forget Gregory and all of the other U.S. Military personnel who have given their lives so that we may continue to live in "The Land of the Free"...They, along with those still fighting in faraway places, truly define what the word "HERO" means.
Missy Fox
October 5, 2004
Dear Howman Family:
Our prayers are with you.
Missy Fox
October 5, 2004
Dear Howan Family:
Our prayers are with you.
Samuel Clonts
October 1, 2004
I grieve for you over the loss of your son. I rejoice in the knowledge that Lance Corporal Howman died as a warrior fighting for our freedom and to make other men free. There is no higher tribute to be awarded on this earth.
Semper fi, Major Sam Clonts, USMC
Rod Contreras
September 30, 2004
Words cannot bring him back, and I am sorry does not sound very appropiate. But, for us to remember him as a brave person that was fighting for something he believed in, giving up his commitment to family and friends, to protect us, and for us to sleep comfortably at night. He should be praised and held high, he is in a better place now....smile big for him, do not let him see you sad. Yes, he will be missed but not forgotten. God Bless you all.
RAYE RAMEY
September 30, 2004
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Jeff Wright
September 30, 2004
To the Howman family- I want to thank you for your son's sacrifice.May God bless, keep, and sustain you all during this sad time.God bless Greg, and God bless America.Sincerely- Jeff Wright
Mickey McCallum
September 30, 2004
To the Howman Family:
I do not know you, but you are in my prayers - Greg is our HERO. He will not be forgotten. I have a son, Captain Robert McCallum who is in the Air Force. He has spent time in Afghanistan and Iraq and I thank God everyday that he is back home. I just want you to know that your son is someone very special. He will never be forgotten.
Peace be with you.
Rory Flood
September 30, 2004
To the Howman family. On behalf of my family here in Charlotte and my family back in Halifax Nova Scotia, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your son and brother did not die in vain and he holds a place of honor in all our hearts for his and your sacrifice.
Richard Robbins
September 30, 2004
I want to send my deepest sympathy for the loss that not only your family suffered, but we as a nation and community suffered. Your son is truly an American hero who gave his all for the security of this nation and the freedom of 25,000,000 Iraqi men women and children. It is my prayer that God will comfort your family at this time, keep and bless you until that day when you will see him again.
If I could hug and hold each of the family members I would do it. Since I can not, know that you are loved and supported in this community and we all stand with you in whatever way we can.
Rick Nicholson
September 30, 2004
Thank you to the Howman family. We have a nephew serving in Iraq at present and are so very proud of every single person providing the freedom we all have. I can't begin to say how sorry I am but I know that we will all be together again. Thats the whole beauty of it. Thank you Greg, for all you have done. You are a very special person. Rick and Robin Nicholson
Tina Reiriz
September 30, 2004
Words cannot express the depth of the gratitude I feel for individuals like your son who are brave enough to stand up and defend our country and it's ideals. Countless people are free today because of his bravery, and that of his fellow soldiers. I have 3 sons, and I cannot begin to imagine your loss. Please know millions of prayers are being said every day for you, your family, and all the soldiers still in action. God be with you.
Thomas, CPT Sills
September 30, 2004
To the Howman Family:
I am sorry for you loss. I am here in Tirkrit, Iraq at the 1st Infantry Division HQ and I can tell you that young Soldiers and Marines like your son are true heros.
God Bless,
Thomas Sills
Robert Blanton
September 30, 2004
I just wanted to send you my deepest love to your family. I too am in the military and can only imagine what you are feeling right now. I do know though, that you're son gave his life for what he believed in, and that is for the love of his family and country. My prayers are with you and know that God with you as well.
Mr. & Mrs. Santiago Bautista
September 29, 2004
To the howman family,
Hello, my name is anita bautista ,the wife of sgt. bautista who is lcpl. howman's squad leader, we both want to send your family our deepest sympathy. i hoped and prayed before they even left that they would all return home safely, just know he will be greatly missed over here, And our hearts and prayers our with you at this time, And if there is anything we can do please feel free to contact me, as my husband is still over there. And if you can email me when the time is right,gregory left his personal belongings at our home for safekeeping, Im sure you would like to have them. God Bless! Mr & Mrs.Bautista
John Terrone
September 28, 2004
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. He and I served in the Marine's together. He will truly be missed. God Bless You!
KELLY & STACY SPENCER
September 27, 2004
Rebecca,
We could not believe it when we heard that you had lost your brother. We have continued to lift you and your family to the Lord. I am sure you have felt like your heart was going to burst. We are so sorry and I wish we were closer, just to give you a big huge to say we love you. Keep your focus on the Lord - Stay Faithful - In Christ Our Hope, Stacy & Kelly
p.s. We still miss you a lot !
Billy Mitchell
September 27, 2004
Hello Becca I am so sorry and wish the pain would go away. I am thankful for your brother having the courage to serve our country and help protect our freedoms. I pray for u often, Billy
Terry Lambert
September 26, 2004
My prayers and condolences to the Howman family. May God give you comfort in this time of loss.
Terry Lambert
Brigmore Dr.
Charlotte, NC
Fred Pace
September 25, 2004
My family is so sad for your loss. We are very greatfull for Gregory's service to our country in helping to keep us all safe here back home. My God be with your family.
Jimmie Workman
September 25, 2004
Becky,
I just realized that Greg was your brother. I went to high school with you and am just so touched by the events that have happened. Because of your brother and thousands of other courageous young men and women, we live in a FREE country. His death is not in vain -he is a hero. These words may not provide much comfort, for your personal loss is tremendous, but know that he will forever live in history and in honor! May God provide you with unspeakable peace and love.
Jimmie (Russell) Workman
BOB WEILER
September 24, 2004
Thinking of your loss during this trying time. The loss of any one is great...but the loss of a PATRIOT, a HERO who is honored to serve to save the lives of others so they can live in FREEDOM!!! Is the ultimate sacrifice!! The ultimate price!
Carrissa Mullins
September 24, 2004
I am so sorry for you loss. We are thankful for his service. So many young men are giving the ultimate sacrifice for our safety and I am eternally grateful. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember we love you and we are here for you.
BUTCH MCPEAK
September 24, 2004
SO SORRY,GOD BLESS
BUTCH
Rowena Parr
September 24, 2004
Rebecca:
I was so sorry to hear that your brother was one of the fallen soldiers in Iraq. I know that this time is extremely hard for you.
This is especially close to my heart, because my sister's unit will probably be mobilized in January.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rowena
Kim Johnson
September 24, 2004
My thoughts and prayers have been with your family many times this year and will continue to be now. My heart just breaks for you all.
Billy Heavner
September 24, 2004
Hey Rebecca,
Remember me from Heritage? I just wanted to say that I'm really sorry to hear about Greg. Even though I didn't know him, I honor him as a hero. My prayers are with you and your family.
Billy, Misty, and Ashlyn Heavner
John Charles
September 24, 2004
Rebecca - My family will keep your family in our prayers. Being a Marine brat (my dad was a Colonel) and still having contacts in the USMC (my little sister's husband is a Colonel at Camp Lejeune), I think about our troops on a regular basis. I know that words can't bring things back, but sometimes they give comfort if they are said to the right place (God). I will see that you are put on our prayer list at church and will keep you in my prayers at night.
As I told you before you left, if I can do anything to help you out, please let me know!
Your friend,
JC
jennifer key
September 24, 2004
It is 2:30 there. I have been thinking about you all afternoon.
Hold on, be strong. Love Jen
Holly Mitchell
September 24, 2004
Rebecca, I am so sorry for your loss. Your brother was very brave and you should be proud of him. I know you will miss him deeply, but know that I am here if you need an ear to bend or anything at all.
Love you,
Holly
marian vaughn
September 24, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Billy Miller
September 24, 2004
We are so sorry for your loss.
Ron Edwards
September 24, 2004
Sorry to hear about your mom and brother. I have been thinking about you. I'll call you after next week. Hang in there, Ron.
Ron Avery
September 24, 2004
Dear Gary, Beth and Family ...
May God grant to you His mercy, grace and peace during this most difficult time. I have thought of you often during these past few days, and will continue to pray for the both of you in the weeks to come. May you be especially comforted today during the service and next week at Arlington.
Your friend, Ron Avery
Jessica Sarter
September 24, 2004
I dated Greg during the most tumultuous time in my life. He lived with me and my family and helped me through so many painful times by holding me when I cried, making me laugh and letting me pull on his ears. I have always known that if he hadn’t been there I would have continued into a downward spiral. He inspired me to go out and get a job and return to school at a time when I didn’t care about anything and taught me to take it seriously. He made me feel beautiful everyday, a rare gift for a girl. He amazed me with his intensity when he had his mind set to something and I have never forgotten that I learned to be an adult from him and it has brought me to where I am today. A million thoughts have gone through my mind, things I want the whole world to know about him. Mostly though, that he was truly a pillar of strength for me and neither I nor my family has ever forgotten the many good times we had with him. It pains me so greatly to hear of his death and the pain that his family has been enduring. My only comfort is in knowing that next Wednesday I will see him buried with the highest honors which I know would make him so proud. My prayers are with Becky and her family and I mourn with the rest of the world at the loss of another beautiful young man defending his country.
Ken Minyon
September 24, 2004
The utmost quality of unselfishness is to volunteer to serve. Knowing Gary, I know where Gregory received his character. My prayers to the family with a sad heart.
Mark Tistle
September 24, 2004
Rebecca and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack Zedlitz
September 24, 2004
Howman Family:
May God grant you a peace that passes all understanding. Your loss grieves my heart.
Jack Zedlitz
Ralph Herbin
September 23, 2004
To Gary's family:
I did not know Gary but I am a Marine Vietnam veteran so Gary was "my brother" and he will always be one of my heroes. What he and others have done is priceless and is deeply appreciated by all real Americans. My God be with you during this and all difficult times.
Michael Harmon
September 23, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. You are definitely in my prayers. I salute Gregory and thank him as well as all of you for the sacrifice that he and you, his family, has made on my behalf.
God bless you and send his grace swiflty upon you.
Linda Phifer
September 23, 2004
My son too was stationed at Camp Pendleton until last month when he was transferred. He was in Iraq last year. He returned from Iraq unharmed for which I am thankful. But there are those who do not. My husband was shot 6 times in Vietnam and is totally and painfully disabled. I know about sacrifice for your country firsthand. You have my family's love and prayers during this time, but know that he had acheived an honorable goal in life that many could not reach.The Marines is a tough, disciplined group. Be very proud of him.
Michael and Katherine Williams
September 23, 2004
Howman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during a time of sorrow. We can't express how sad we are for your loss. Please know that Gregory will be honored by many people who don't know him...but are kept safe by his sacrifice.
We wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Mike and Katherine Williams
valeka copling
September 23, 2004
My prayers are with you in your time of need.
Rhonda and David Shields
September 23, 2004
Dear Howman family,
Although words are too inadequate at this time, we wanted to take this opportunity to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. We did not know Gregory and yet he will always be a hero to us. The sacrifice he and you as his family have made will not be forgotten and we can only say thank you through our tears. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers that God will comfort you as only He can.
Mrs. Charles Robert Hunter
September 23, 2004
My heart goes out to your family. I will pray for you.
God be with you through your grief.
Lynne Butler
September 23, 2004
To the Howman Family:
May God bless and keep you during your time of sorrow. My prayers are with you and your entire family during this great time of sorrow. May God grant you grace and peace during this tragedy. You will always be in my prayers.
Becky Callahan
September 23, 2004
My prayers are with your family during this time. I have no one in my immediate family serving in the Military at this time but lost an uncle in WWII. This was a huge sacrifice your loved one made. As an American citizen, I am proud of our troops and I appreciate what they are doing. God bless you.
Trey Moore
September 23, 2004
Rebecca,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you guys in my prayers. May God bless you!
Alan Marshall
September 23, 2004
To the Howman Family:
I feel terribly for your family at your time of the loss of Gregory. I deeply appreciate the sacrifice that he and your family have made for the country and the world. I pray that you will find peace in your hearts in time. America and it's citizens are indebted to his service, and yours.
God Bless you all.
Alan Marshall
Ginny Davison
September 23, 2004
Rebecca and Family,
You are in all of my prayers. You have been through so much that I know it seems like you can't handle anymore. Please remember that God will see you through this. Turn to him for comfort and strength. If you need me I am here. God be with you always.
Love ya,
Ginny
Kim Forbes
September 23, 2004
My prayers are with you and you family.
Donna McDaniel
September 23, 2004
Rebecca, We are thankful and blessed that there are men as brave as your brother, who is willing to give their life to keep so many safe and free. All of our prayers are with you and your family. Our prayer is for God to comfort you in times of sorrow.
Ann Strickland
September 23, 2004
I pray that you will experience
God's grace and peace during this
time of great sorrow.
Barbara House
September 23, 2004
Rebecca and Family,
My heart goes out to you and yours.
I will pray for you during these times. The depth of your sacrifice for the security of our country does not go unheeded by all of us at
Heritage Building Systems. We love you and know the Lord will heal you in time.
Barb
Stacy Ostrowski
September 23, 2004
Rebecca,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking about you and remeber your support for my and my family while David was away. Please don't hesitate to call if you need anything. You and your family are on the prayer list at our church. We love you and miss you.
Love-
Stacy and Mo
Diane Barr
September 23, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.
I am thankful for your son and his courage and honor to not only defend this country, but also for defending me and our freedom as well.
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Chris Cope
September 23, 2004
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my son-in-law on March 11 so I know about the unbelievable pain you are going thru. Your son is a hero! There is no greater love than to lay your life down for a friend or a country! We should all never forget the price of freedom!
Michael McConnell
September 23, 2004
My deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences for your loss.
Dana
September 23, 2004
My prayers go out to you and your family. It is because of men like him that we are able to live in a free country. May God bless each and every one of you.
Gary Sekura
September 23, 2004
I am literally crying a stream of tears as you write you this note. Words of any kind must seem meaningless for you now. You have lost a priceless son and I have lost a true hero. Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. May the peace that surpasses all understanding be granted to you this day. You are in my prayers and your son will live in my memories all the days of my life. God bless you all.
Lawrence Husby
September 23, 2004
Psalm 116:15-Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
Jennifer Key
September 23, 2004
Rebecca, On the way to work today.
The sunray shone thru the clouds
and I thanked GOD for his goodness,
his love, and most of all the strength that he gives us. Make it
count, my friend. Do not forget -
Make great memories - Make something good of this thing. God
will see you through. Your friend
and sister in Christ. Jennifer
Jodi Hutchins
September 23, 2004
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am forever grateful for the bravery of your son and his fellow soldiers. God bless your family.
Patric Lummuka
September 23, 2004
Gregory gave the ultimate sacrifice. I pray you will have the peace that passes all understanding in this very difficult time.
mary blake
September 23, 2004
I am the mother-in law of a fellow soldier Antron Tucker who passed away April 21,2004 at Fort Bliss Texas just 3 months before his birthday.So we can truly feel you pain, but rest assured God will see you through it all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.And be reminded Greg will live on in each of you, remembering all he's done and what he meant to each of you . And for all those soldiers, still fighting for us all Greg is still with them.
The Tucker and Blake Family
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matt harris
September 23, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss. Yet, I am so proud that our country has young men as brave as Gregory to fight for us. The country will forever be grateful.
Harry Johnson
September 23, 2004
May Peace come to you and this country.
Don Padgett
September 23, 2004
May the Lord be with you through this time. I am grateful for the faithfullness of Gregory's service to us all.
Sherry Kanoy
September 23, 2004
Gary: Words can not begin to express our sympathy to you. We know you were very proud of Gregory. We are proud of what he did for our country. He made the ultimate sacrifice he truly gave his all. You are family to us. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. We pray that you will put your trust in God and you will allow Him to comfort you and give you peace. God promises to lift us up and restore us to great honor and He will comfort us.(Psm 71:20-21) Hold onto that promise as you go through this difficult time. He is a hero and he will never be forgotten.
Your friends at Beeson Hardware, High Point, NC
Phillip Coe
September 23, 2004
From the bottom of my heart and soul,I want to say that words cannot express the gratitude I feel towards your son for the supreme sacrifice of his life so that I can live in America in freedom. May the Lord Jesus Christ keep you in his love.
Gennairey Covington
September 23, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss, I am praying for your family.
Kathy Cross
September 23, 2004
My prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Christ
September 23, 2004
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family and circle of friends. As a Marine Mom, I know how proud you are of your son and his decision to support and protect the rest of us back home. Everyday we remember the sacrifices made by these fine young men on our behalf. May you find peace in knowing how respected and appreciated his service was. Semper Fi
NOMY DELGADO
September 23, 2004
MY THOUGHT AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE HOWMAN FAMILY. GOOFY GREG AND ME WERE REALLY GOOD FRIENDS AT OLYMPIC H.S. AND ILL NEVER FORGET THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD. YOU WERE A GOOD FREIND AND I NEVER KNEW I KNEW A HERO. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOU WONT BE FORGOTTEN.
NOMS
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