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for John Trotter
Martha Gillis
October 26, 2015
Peace to all who mourn John. He sounds like such a special young man. I had the honor of holding a memorial flag dedicated to him as part of the WearBlue memorial mile at Sunday's Marine Corps Marathon.
October 25, 2014
Amanda, we look forward to seeing you - please email me if you need information about the time, etc.
There will be a short religious service at 9:15 in the Memorial Chapel, the wreath laying is at 11. Show up early to find your place - email me if you need to: [email protected].
Thanks,
Susan
Also, thanks for the photo of the wreath. Lovely.
Amanda Olguin
July 13, 2014
Susan, My husband and I will be going to 60 for the 10 year, he was also 1-503 and my brother who is also in ANC was as well. I am in contact with a florist who takes care of the families and she sent me a photo she took but had no family to send it to. Looking forward to seeing you in November
Susan Trotter
July 9, 2014
This is Susan Trotter, Sgt. Trotter's sister. We will be having a 10 year anniversary memorial service on November 8, 2014 for Sgt. Trotter. It will be held on November 8, 2014 at Arlington National Cemetery. Any you would like more information about attending the service, please contact me via email: [email protected].
Thank you.
November 26, 2012
In gratitude for John Trotter for his service and sacrifice for his Country.
Rob Higginbotham
November 9, 2012
Just wanted to say that he is in my heart tday, and that I will never forget him.
Fred Trotter
August 18, 2012
Hi Angie,
We are always looking for more pictures of John. If you would not mind, could you scan a couple of the best ones at the kinkos/fedex and send them to [email protected] we would really appreciate it.
Thanks,
-FT
Angie
August 17, 2012
I ran across your pictures today. When you and Jarrod came to see me and we went to Lake Tahoe. I just sit there and cried. Can still remember the last conversation we had when you're were in Korea. I'll never stop missing you and I'll never forget you. Thank you
June 22, 2012
This is John Byron's Dad. I have on good authority that Byron is alive in Christ. For to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord!
Blessings on all those that keep his memory alive. The memory of the righteous is blessed. I Bless the memory of my Son, John Byron Trotter
Semper Fi!
Peggy Childers
November 10, 2011
November 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. John B. Trotter:
Please accept my remembrance of John on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
robert higginbotham
August 27, 2011
I still have the last flag we ever folded together in a case and his Honor Guard tab. I would Like to give them to Austin one day, Anyone knowing how please email me at [email protected]
Joshua Johnston
November 28, 2010
He was my roommate in Korea and became a brother to me. He will always be in my heart and mind.
Peggy Childers
November 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. John B. Trotter:
Remembering John 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
Frederick Trotter
August 22, 2010
Alex,
Thank you.
-FT (John's brother)
Alex Cochrane
August 21, 2010
Today on Fort Carson I participated with my wife in a walk for the fallen. I walked in honor of SGT Trotter. We served in The Old Guard together 10 years ago. His name is now on the wall at Gate 1 on Fort Carson.
Kenna Larra
August 22, 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!
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
Judy McCleary
July 20, 2009
We receive a notice each time a post is made to John's page. I immediately read it and find love and caring pouring from the hearts of those who wrote. John's short life has encouraged all of us to embrace our moments and to appreciate our freedoms. May we never forget this brave young man and all others for their sacrifice for us and our country. Thank you, thank you.
John is now joined by his grandmother, Fran, who adored him. My prayers and thoughts will not cease for the Trotter family and all who have lost their loved ones on the fields of battle. Lovingly, Judy McCleary-Houston, TX
Henryk Zaleski USN-Ret
July 19, 2009
We mourned you in 2006 and today we again say may you rest in peace.
John & Linda Williams
May 25, 2009
We remember John today and honor him for his service.
Peggy Childers
November 27, 2008
To the family of Sgt. John B. Trotter:
John gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
In Memory of John ~ (Debra Estep)
November 13, 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 John, 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
SSG Thomas Lorenz
June 6, 2008
God Bless, though it has been around 4 years it still seems like yesterday. I had served with John in the Old Guard, Korea, and Iraq. It is troubling that the best is always the first to go.
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Trotter!
mariah
March 8, 2008
I know we never met but i would like to thank your all of your hard work please rest in peace
Love:Your Country
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 who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) 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
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Trotter and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Travis Borrego (E.Co TOG)
May 24, 2007
I was also part of the "recovery effort"(as they so brazenly named it) at the Pentagon with E. Co. I knew Trotter and had the pleasure of hanging out with him. Although we weren't necessarily close friends, I still feel saddened by his passing, but also proud to say that I knew such a hero. To Trotter's family and friends, may God bless you with peace and strength.
Jose Aleman
April 17, 2007
I was searching the web today while at work. I decided to face my past and look up the bravest man I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Although it has been so long since that unfortunate day, the memories are still so very fresh in my mind. John's brave action's on that day have continued to inspire me till this day. I try to live my life as happily as possible in honor of John. His passing touched everyone's heart in our platoon in a very significant way, not just mine. Although we all were always very close friends, after John's passing we became a very strong, close knit family. I continue to cherish the precious memories I have of John during our time we served together in Korea and in Iraq. It truly was a privilege and an honor to have served with John. I will forever remember him. I'm sorry for your loss and the pain it must bring, my only hope is that you know how much he meant to his platoon, and how he inspired us to be a strong family. Thank you for raising such a great man. 1-503rd inf.
Garnet Jenkins
November 9, 2006
Paying tribute to Sgt. John B. Trotter, on this second anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Well John Trotter, in the Caring Hands of God.
You Will Never Be Forgotten.
You have Paid the Ultimate Price for So Many.
As with my brother, whom we lost in Vietnam, you will always be loved and missed by everyone whose life you touched.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13
May the Peace of God and your memories of John,
remain in your heart always
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 8, 2006
John tomorrow will be two years since you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. TO the Trotter family; I previously signed John's guest book. I live close to ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY and I visit there two or three times a week. Each time I am at ANC I always stop by and visit/honor John. From the most inner part of my heart I am so sorry John was taken from you.
Tod Browndorf
November 7, 2006
Today I randomly stumbled upon this Memorial, while using the internet as a business networking Tool.
I have stopped my day as my consciousness joins the Trotter family and considers the horrible loss of this loved one. I was a soldier, and have an understanding of what John did and what he must have meant to those around him. I'll honor his memory tonight as I put my children in bed, and pray that you know that this touching memorial has given me pause to relish life. I wish you a long one.
SSG Thomas Heinis
June 12, 2006
John Byron Trotter was a good friend. I served with him in the Honor Guard from 1998 to 2000. He was with me in New York City when I met the women who would become my wife. We were the same age and had our sons around the same time. He was a good man. My wife was pregnant with our second son when I heard the news. We gave him the middle name "Byron" because thats what I always called John, and when my son asks me where his middle name came from I will proudly tell him all about the man he got it in honor of. He was a hero and I will never forget him. It has been over a year and he is still in my thoughts and prayers everyday. He will not only be remembered by his family, by all the lives he touched including mine and my family.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 16, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Trotter family in the loss of John. I did not know John, 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. John it has been 17 months since you were taken. 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~
helen daniels
April 13, 2006
God Bless and may all your pain and grief be short and followed by all the memories that John left for you to cherish forever.My payers are with you
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
April 13, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
The gates of heaven opened and accepted another son from Texas.
Samantha West
April 9, 2006
Such fine men as both John and Fred honor me, and all who love freedom. You have only to look into the eyes of John in his photo to see the love he had for humanity. God bless both of you.
Jorge Andrade
April 1, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
aaron george
December 12, 2005
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family of Sgt. Trotter. He served his counrty honorably and bravely and his contributions and sacrifice will never be forgotten. You raised a fine man and I will be forever grateful to Sgt. Trotter for fighting to protect my freedom. I lost my brother, a marine, three months ago in Afghanistan and I know the pain. But today I have one more hero on my list of those I admire and respect. Thank you for sharing him with us.
RHONDA STEEN
December 10, 2005
I NEVER MET JOHN BUT WANT TO LET HIS FAMILY KNOW THAT I AM THANKFUL FOR SUCH A BRAVE MAN THAT GAVE HIS LIFE TO PRESERVE OUR FREEDOM.
Judy McCleary
November 13, 2004
Today I wept at the Memorial Service for your John Byron and gave thanks for a fine, young man who was raised with such values and loved his country so that he gave his life for our freedoms. I have known his Grandmother, Fran, for years and remember the day she celebrated his birth and feel we are all extended family as she would tell us stories about her special grandchildren over the years. As "God Bless America" was played, I thought of John Byron's dedication and service. I could picture the 8 year-old John you described, Clayton, who always wanted to be a soldier, so surprised pay was involved for a passion he would have gladly volunteered for. We are truly blessed to have men such as he, who are raised with a sense of responsibility for our nation. May God hold your family tightly in His arms. My prayers are with you.
Lovingly, Judy McCleary
Mary Marek
November 12, 2004
There are no words to express enough gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice given by this brave soldier. As a military mother myself, I give my condolences to this family, may God bless you and God bless America! Thank you
Richard Hotze
November 12, 2004
John, you gave the ultimate sacrifice, falling on the field of battle. Before before you 618,000 in the Civil War, 407,000 in WW I & II and 58,000 in Viet Nam so that we may enjoy liberty in this great county. Thank you and God bless you and your family.
Donna Kindle
November 12, 2004
Thank you for all you have done for our country.With all the selfish acts we see in the world.It is a blessing to see that some,see that it is still worth fighting for.Our Freedom.May God bless this family at this time of great sorrow.
Sheri Ainsworth
November 12, 2004
John's dedication to his country and love of freedom make this country a better place for all. May you find peace in his dedication. Thank you for his sacrifice and those you will make.
C BLAKE
November 12, 2004
What an honor to have John as a son!
TERRI HARDIN
November 12, 2004
Thank You. May God bless your family, and may they always remember your bravery.
Denette Mitchell
November 12, 2004
Thank you for serving and God bless you and yours.
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