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for Russell Slay
Roy Slay
November 19, 2019
Son, you will never know how proud I am of you and how much I still miss you after all these years, LOVE YOU, Dad
Your brothers gathered for a visit with you. I know that you are keeping watch over them all and for that I am grateful.
May 28, 2019
Always remembered ... few of your brothers gathered and I am sure many more thought of you today.
May 28, 2019
James Wheatley
May 27, 2019
Hey buddy! I was just telling a friend about you today. I think about our time together in the Marines often and always...
You And I shared some good times and I will forever treasure and re-live those memories.
What is lovely never dies, but passes into another loveliness, stardust or sea-foam, flower or winged air.
Until we meet again Slay.
Earl Witman
November 9, 2016
On this day 14 years ago we lost a great Marine, a husband, a father, and a friend. I give my condolences to the family. You are missed by many Staff Sergeant Russell Slay. Till we meet again brother. Semper Fi
Madison Arnold
July 12, 2016
In 4 months it will be 12 years since you passed love you
Mary Burke
December 28, 2015
Always think of you.
Dyrcka
December 26, 2015
I can't believe you'd be 40 tomorrow. The BIG 4 0! To know I was blessed to know you in your 20s... I still miss you everyday and every year! I'll never forget you ❤ The years can pass, yet it feels as though it was yesterday. I'm grateful to have known and loved you. I cannot wait until the day I see you again. I wish more than anything I could receive one of your hugs right now. Always know, I'm thinking if you
Mike and Pam Dustin
December 7, 2015
HEROES LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN
HAPPY HEAVENILY BIRTHDAY.
Brenda Gibson
November 11, 2015
Remembering you always. I miss you so much.
Madison Arnold
November 9, 2015
Hi uncle Russell its been 11 years I visited you today I hope you like your flowers I love you
Jason
November 7, 2015
Why am I sitting here crying, 11 years later! Never gets easier!
Dyrcka Larson
November 5, 2015
Here we are approaching 11 years... It never a gets easier. I Miss You all the time. I cannot believe it's been 11 years. Still feels like yesterday. You were so much larger than life, maybe that's why it's never easier. Thinking of you always ❤ So much to say, but the words just won't come out. I know you're in a better place. HUGS, I sure could use one of yours right now....
Madison Arnold
May 27, 2015
Hey uncle Russell it's been awhile and I'm sorry this is kind of late but happy Memorial Day I've thought about you from time to time I wish I could've gotten to know you since I was only 3 when you died but I'd like to think you for serving in the marines and protecting our country even though you payed the ultimate sacrifice for it I Love You I wish you were here to watch Walker and Kinlee as they keep growing my birthday is in less than a month and I'll be 14 and I'll be going to high school next year we have like 5 or 4 days of school left but yeah I Love You!!!
Hil and Dan Eberly
May 25, 2015
Thinking of you today! I can't remember a time when we weren't together and laughing! You were truly one of the funniest and sweetest people I had the pleasure of knowing! You are a TRUE Hero Russ, forever grateful forever missed! ❤
J
May 25, 2015
Thinking of you and your family this memorial day. You were like sunshine when you walked into a room because you always had that big smile on your face. I remember how you bragged about your kids and how much you loved them. Still in disbelief that you're gone and that it's been over 10 years.
Pam Dustin
November 10, 2014
Thinking of you on this Veterans Day. Thank you, Sir.
Heroes Live in Our Hearts Forever. Never to be forgotten.
Madison Arnold
November 10, 2014
hey uncle Russell we miss and love you I wish you were still with us but I know your in a better place which is with god its been 10 years since you left us on 11/09/04!!! And my mom has a tattoo with a bible verse and then a fallen soldier sign and it has your initials in it we miss and love you. I miss and love you even though I was only 3 and never knew you.
Madison Arnold
November 10, 2014
its been ten years as of yesterday I miss you uncle Russell even though I was 3 I love you and please watch over us bye.
Dek Barbare
November 9, 2014
God Bless and protect the family of SSGT. RUSSELL LEE SLAY.
November 8, 2014
Seems like yesterday, but...Oh so long ago. I think of you often and the sacrifice you made for all of us. I miss you.
October 19, 2014
In remembrance, always.
Madison Arnold
May 29, 2014
I know I was only 3 but I love and miss you uncle Russell I'm gonna be a marine one day and I know you will be watching over me and be proud if me I love you and to think back it's almost been 10 years since u died and I'll be 13 in June I wish you were here ??
May 28, 2014
Remembering you always. Still hard to understand even after all these years. I miss you.
Alan's family visited to thank Russell and all his fellow brothers for their sacrifice. You are all always in our prayers.
Jeri Vandewater4
May 27, 2014
Madison Arnold
May 26, 2014
I love you uncle Russell I wish you were still with us and stay strong walker because I know he is watching over us and I love you cuz!!! Happy Memorial Day !!!
Walker Slay
May 9, 2014
Hey dude it's walker, I didn't really know well at least I don't think i did but I was young. But I remember when I was up early in the morning and you came in the room and you saw that I was up and you said hey you wanna come with me and we drove to the base and you should around and you took me up to the bunk and said you wanna stay up here and play the ps2 and I said no I wanna stay with you daddy.(: we'll I love you and hope you see this I guess
November 26, 2012
To Russell Lee Slay: I offer my eternal gratitude for your service and sacrifice.
Pam Dustin
November 10, 2012
Thinking of you on this Veterans Day.
November 9, 2012
Still thinking of you...
Kinlee Slay
November 9, 2012
Today marks the eighth year that I have been missing you. You and mom are the two people who have not only given me life, but the inspiration to be who I am today. Not a single day passes where I am absent minded of the sacrifice you made me for me, our family, and our country. As I grow up, I realize how why you did what you did what you chose to do as a career - you wanted to make your family proud & your country proud. You put death over dishonor and I will do the same because of you, no matter what I choose to do in life. I am a lot older now, 17 - not old enough to know as much as I will later on, but old enough to respect and understand why you had to leave. You're the greatest man to ever walk this earth and still continue to walk this earth in a spiritual way. You always show me your presence one way or another and it keeps me strong knowing I have you to watch over me and see me grow, even though I can't see you. I love you, more than anything or anybody. I can't wait to see you again when it's my time.
Pamela Dustin
May 28, 2012
I just finished writing a little message to you. I do this because it makes me feel good, and, no matter how small it may be, I feel like I have done something. I have had a list that I send notes to on holidays. A Marine that I think the world of, Chris Abrue, posted a plaque on his face book of names. I copied the names and added to the list. I have spent most of yesterday and today writing. I have no clue if anyone ever really reads these or not, but like I said, it makes me feel good. However, your Marine touched me so much. I don't know why, but you were very lucky to have him May God bless you all. I had gotten through this without crying. So proud of myself. Well, I just had to go outside and cry a little. It must be old age or something, but please know I care.
Sabbath
November 18, 2011
Huge respect and gratitude to you and your family. Rest easy, Marine.
Peggy Childers
November 10, 2011
November 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Russell L. Slay:
Please accept my remembrance of Russell on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Jason McCartney
November 9, 2011
"Stand By! There is a Marine on the gate"- St. Peter! RIP Russ, miss you bro!
Kristy McGuire
September 23, 2011
I miss you. Eternally.
carlos bonano
July 31, 2011
Hey ssgt. I was reading the book We were one and your name comes up a couple of times and I started thinking about things that we did and also I have a couple of pictures of you that I was looking at. I didn't have a daughter when we were overseas but I do now and I will teach her what people like you have done for the country I will always remember you, rest in peace and really hope your family is more than good. Semper fi bro.....
Christina
July 12, 2011
You have been on my mind alt here lately. These kids are awesome, growing up too fast and they never seem to stop amazing me as they continue to grow.
I.came believe Kinlee.is almost 16 in the 11th grade and Walker almost 12 going into Jr High. Trouble:-D
Ladies Man. We all miss you Russell Lee, Until we meet again.
Christina
watch over our babies
Brenda
May 5, 2011
This week has brought back alot of memories. I miss you.
Jason
January 6, 2011
Still think of you often, and it still hurts. Love you Brother, Errr
Peggy Childers
November 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Russell L. Slay:
Remembering Russell 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
Calli Conner Dornak
November 9, 2010
I miss you....
AJ Ramirez
June 27, 2010
Sgt Slay and Family,
Russell, as the 4th of July approaches I humbly offer my gratitude and honor for your and your faithful family's eternal sacrifice for my freedom.
May your precious children always know
the respect and honor of your dedicated
service to God, Country and Corps.
Semper Fidelis!
AJ Ramirez Sgt/USMC (Ret.)
Dyrcka Larson
May 28, 2010
Thiking of and remembering you this Memorial Day (weekend) and always!
Love and Miss You <3
Brenda Kelly Gibson
January 12, 2010
Missing the old times, missing your laughter. Thinking back and going through all my photos tonight just makes my heart ache. You are in quite a few of them, surrounded by friends with great big smiles, as always.
~Missing you forever~
Dyrcka Larson
November 8, 2009
Thinking about you...
5 years tomorrow. While the pain has lessened, it still remains. I Miss You SO much and I think of you often. I still hope and pray you are watching over your two beautiful children and Christina. I wish you could be here to watch them grown into the teens and adults they are or soon will be. You will always hold a special place in my heart! And I promise I will never forget you or the sacrifice you gave for our nation! You were a true hero in every sense of the word!
I Love and Miss You ~ xoxox
Christina Slay
September 6, 2009
Always thinking about you. Our daughter is in High School!! Oh how I wish you were here to hold your gun and clean it(as you always said you would do) when the Boy shows up for the Homecoming Dance!! I will do my best without the gun. LOL
Walker, your look alike is in the 4th grade. He could careless about School as your mother says you were. But when it comes to spoorts of all kinds he is a natural!! He'll be playing baseball in the Spring. They habe their moments of grief and I try my best to not tear up and focus on them and the pain that I can never bare for them. I cant believe it's almost been 5 years. Seems as if it was last week.
Your always going to be our HERO.
Kenna Larra
August 22, 2009
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Jodi Torres
July 27, 2009
Still can't believe you're gone.....think about you often. You were the funniest guy ever! Miss you Rusty.......
Dyrcka
April 7, 2009
Just thinking about you...as I often do. Miss you always! xoxo
Thomas Griffin
April 5, 2009
SSgt. Slay, Thank you so much for giving the ultimate sacrafice for our freedom. You were a great man and I'm glad to have had the opportunity to meet and serve with you. You always lead by example and knew how to brighten up anyones day. Continue guarding the streets off gold, Semper Fi.
Thomas
Kristy McGuire
February 28, 2009
I still miss you
Jim Vann
December 12, 2008
Thank God for Patriots like Sgt Slay. I know the ache is still in your heart, but know that someday you will have a reunion in Heaven. I pray for all our troops in harms way and for the families of fallen troops. May the Lord Bless You and Keep You and Give you peace.
Peggy Childers
November 13, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Russell L. Slay:
Russell 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 Russell ~ (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 Russell, 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
Dyrcka Larson
November 11, 2008
Its been 4 years now. So much has changed, but yet so much remains the same. I think about you often and I wish you could still be here with all of us. I wish you could be here to watch your beautiful children grow. I miss you more than I thought was ever possible to miss someone. I know one day we will all meet again. Until that day...I will remember the amazing man you were and the joy you brought to all of our lives.
I love and miss you!
Happy veterans Day.
Kristy McGuire
November 9, 2008
I can't believe it's been 4 years. I miss you still. I'm taking a trip to Topsail next week. Wishing I could see you again...
Kristy McGuire
October 16, 2008
So much time has passed and I miss you still. I send the pain below...
Dyrcka Larson
August 3, 2008
Its been a while since I have been on here...But tonight as I was watching the news there was a story about a group of people who are running across the US for all the service members killed in Iraq. They are running over 4,000 miles and at each mile they stop a post a flag and a memorial card for a service member. So of course after I heard this I had to look into it and find out where they hung your flag and card. Come to find out it is in Colorado :) I cant wait to go see it when I go home in a couple weeks. Having a place that I can go and see to remember you (besides your grave site) is just another way I am able to heal and remember you. I think about you often and I promise I will never forget you! You were a specail person to have in my life and I am grateful for everyday that I was able to have you as a part of my life. I miss you dearly! XOXOX
Kristy McGuire
June 16, 2008
The days pass but thoughts of you preside. I miss you, now and always
HAROLD SCHUMANN
June 8, 2008
RUSSELL THANK YOU FOR DEFENDING OUR COUNTRY. MAY YOU BE IN HEAVEN THIS DAY WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND COMRADES.
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS. I WEEP FOR YOU OH BRAVE YOUNG ONE.
Dyrcka Larson
May 22, 2008
Monday marks the fourth Memorial Day we are left here to remember you. I dread these holidays and wish that I didnt have to remember you are gone. I think of you almost daily and I find comfort in the memories we shared. One day we will all meet again, but until then know that you are always with me. I Miss you SO much! Love You ~ XOXOX
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Slay!
Dyrcka Larson
March 17, 2008
We are approaching the 5 year "anniversary" of the war. Its so strange to think it was five years ago that I drove you and Bri to the armory to pick up your weapons to leave for Iraq the first time, and then, you were all home so soon, if only that would have been the end. And now just 5 years later, both of you are gone...forever. If anyone would have told me 5 years ago that that was the case I would have never believed them. I think about you often and I promise I will never forget you! You were an amazing man, and I am SO grateful to have been given the opportunity to have you as a part of my life. So, until that day when we can meet again...Ill be thinking of you and remembering all that you were.
I miss and love you ~ xoxox
Kristy
March 3, 2008
I think of you often, nearly every day. I wish the best for your family and alll that knew you!
Judie Gay
February 23, 2008
God Bless you all..........Judie and Houston Gay parents of a Fallen Hero.
Dyrcka Larson
February 6, 2008
Wanted to let you know Ive been thinkng about you...theres not a day that goes by without atleast one thought of you.
I MISS YOU SO MUCH! I wish you could still be here, but God had other plans.
Until we meet again...
jeanne blackburn
December 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Peggy and Roy. I did not know him but I did know his dad back in our high school days. Roy he has your smile and looks so much like you. I pray you and your family find comfort knowing that someday you will be reunited. I lost my Deanna when she was 9 and though years have passed the pain and void remains.
Russell must have been a wonderful son, friend and dad.
My thoughts and prayers to his family
jeanne
Dyrcka Larson
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas!
Wishing you were here to see your kids on Christmas.
Thinking about you as always...
Until We Meet Again...XOXOX
Donna Barlow
November 9, 2007
Never to be forgotten.We all miss you.
The Barlow Family
Dyrcka Larson
November 8, 2007
So tomorrow is one of the days I dread every year. Its been 3 years already, I cant believe it. It still feels like just yesterday...I Miss you everyday and I think about you all the time. I often wonder if you are watching and if you're proud of who Ive become and what I am doing with my life. I still remember all the good times we shared and hope they meant as much to you as they do to me. I feel so guilty that I havent been able to make it to your grave in the past year and a half, it was always so peaceful to be there. I promise I will come and visit just as soon as I can! I Love You and I Miss You Terribly! Rest In Peace and know that you are in my thoughts everyday. Until that day when we can meet again...
Rocky Slay
November 3, 2007
You are not forgotten.
We LOVE you, and MISS you Russell
October 12, 2007
Kristy McGuire
August 21, 2007
Thinking of you always...and always wishing you were still here.
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)
Dyrcka Larson
August 12, 2007
Ive been thinking about you more than ever lately. And I feel myself slipping back to where I was when I first got word of your death. I guess some days are better than others, and sometimes I still just dont believe that you are really gone. Im leaving for NC on Tues, going to welcome home a friend returning from his 3rd tour in Iraq...I think thats whats bringing up all these feelings again. Everytime I go out there, and everywhere I go, I am reminded of you and all the wonderful times we had. I miss you more than I could ever express! I know that someday we will all meet again, but sometimes someday is just too far away...I Love You! And Ill be thinking of you, until that someday is here...
Donna
August 5, 2007
We think of you daily,remembering all of the memories. Thank goodness we have the kids to visit with often to keep your presence alive.
Dyrcka Larson
August 5, 2007
Thinking about you...and missing you as always.
SGT. Brandon O'Callaghan
August 4, 2007
Its been a long time brother...I remember all the good times in high school and how you always could make me laugh....you are truly missed!
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Slay and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Marine
Dyrcka Larson
May 28, 2007
Today is Memorial Day, yet another day to remeber you and all of the fallen. I released some balloons with a letter attached yesterday for you. I wish I could have made it to your grave, but definitely in Nov! I hope you know how proud we all are of you. I remeber you today and everyday! Love and Miss you terribly!
Until we meet again...
Kristy McGuire
May 20, 2007
Your are missed so much every day. You told me once that you always wanted to be a hero. You were always a hero to me. I love and miss you.
Machelle Murphy
May 19, 2007
We knew Russell while stationed at Camp Pendleton in 1998....We thought a lot of him and remember him often. We are truly sorry for your loss of a son and a fine Marine.
Dyrcka Larson
May 13, 2007
I graduated (college) today :) I had the "worst" case of chills for a moment, I can only believe that the two of you were there... :) I know you would be so proud and happy for me! I just wish you couldve been there in person. I Love and Miss you TERRIBLY!
Give Kinlee and Walker "kisses" for me, they are growing up so fast!
I Love You!
Roy Slay
May 12, 2007
We recently received an e-mail from a couple from Pendleton that knew Russell and another e-mail a few months back with a child's picture attached. We are greatful to have received the info but your messages were lost due to computer problems. Please e-mail us again at your convenience. Thank you for your understanding.
Roy Slay
Russell's Dad
Dyrcka Larson
April 27, 2007
"So...Ive been thinking about you A LOT lately. Missing you as always. I finally bought "We Were One" I thought I was ready to read the first hand account of the attack on Fallujah...It broke my heart all over again to read/hear the story of your death :( For a man who was larger than life, to be brought to the end of his life in such a way, was horrifying to me. You are a Hero to many, and I am SO very proud of you! Although I wish you were still here with us all today, you gave up your life to protect the lives of your fellow Marines. One day I will be able to actually read the whole book, but I now know 2 1/2 years is not enough time for me to be able to get through it. I Love You and I Miss You!! God is lucky to have you on his team. Rest In Peace...Until we meet again..."
Dyrcka Larson
April 24, 2007
So...Ive been thinking about you A LOT lately. Missing you as always. I finally bought "We Were One" I thought I was ready to read the first hand account of the attack on Fallujah...It broke my heart all over again to read/hear the story of your death :( For a man who was larger than life, to be brought to the end of his life in such a way, was horrifying to me. You are a Hero to many, and I am SO very proud of you! Although I wish you were still here with us all today, you gave up your life to protect the lives of your fellow Marines. One day I will be able to actually read the whole book, but I now know 2 1/2 years is not enough time for me to be able to get through it. I Love You and I Miss You!! God is lucky to have you on his team. Rest In Peace...Until we meet again...
Kristy
April 8, 2007
Hey you, miss you ant think of you often. Until we meet again.......
Teresa McCartney
March 24, 2007
SO many times I've thought of you and your beautiful kids, and how much they must miss you! I know that you are watching them every day. Jason and I went to the Pat Greene concert a few weeks ago, and I started chanting "Wave On Wave" until Pat came back on stage and sang it..IT WAS FOR YOU!! YOU WERE THERE IN THAT ROOM..WE FELT YOU! We were in tears, singing for you! Your spirit was so strong that Jason's watch stopped, exactly at 11:25pm when he was singing "Wave on Wave"!!!!!! God bless your sweet soul and guide your babies through life! They know their Daddy loved them! LOVE YOU!!
Dyrcka Larson
February 21, 2007
Just thinking about you...they say as time goes by the saddness lessens. Well...it doesnt! It may be put on the "back burner" but it NEVER goes away! I think of you daily and some more than most. I sincerely hope you and Bri are together again. Ill NEVER forget your smile or your love for life. I wish more than (most) anythig that you could be here today and share our lives with us :) But I now know I have (now :( ) 2 angels in heaven watching over me and I hope that I am making you happy :) I MISS you terribly! Until that day...I promise Ill keep remembering...
Love You
Bob Patterson
February 21, 2007
You're in God's Corps now.Bless you Brother!My son was there.2nd AAV.2nd Plt C Company.
James Barlow
January 18, 2007
Hey there brother, hope things are going great where you are! I think of you everyday and im sure everyone else does also. Well im still in Iraq and will be here for a while longer, im sure you have your arm around me keeping me safe out here. I cant wait to see you when the time comes. i remember when you used to show up in teh midle of the night and i would wake up and see you laying on the couch the next morning, wandering how and when you got there! i sure miss seeing you around everynow and then. i hope all is GREAT! See you in the future!
Kristy
January 7, 2007
Thinking of you. Can't wait to see you again.
Dyrcka Larson
December 27, 2006
...HAPPY BIRTHDAY :)
Dyrcka Larson
December 24, 2006
MERRY CHRISTMAS! I think of you daily...I Miss you a TON! Until we meet again...
Love Ya ~ XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
MANDY BERCKENHOFF
November 10, 2006
I know I should have been on sooner but so many emotions still not sure how to sort them. It's hard to believe it has been two years. Still to this day it all seems like one bad dream. We all miss you so much. I know I do, not just for myself but for Justin to. You always looked out for him no matter what, you just knew somehow how important he was to me and you always kept that with you. I know he wishes you were here everyday. I know your with him because i don't think some of the things he has been through he would have got through without you being with him. You continue to keep your promise to keep him safe and I Thank you with all my being. I miss you and I hope you enjoyed the beer Alan left for you yesterday. I just wanted to let you know that I love and miss you and thank you for your ultimate sacrifice you made for me and this country. I will always be grateful to you.
Dyrcka
November 9, 2006
2 years...so much has changed and yet one thing is still the same, you are gone. They say it gets easier as time passes, and yes certain things get easier but I still think of you daily and wish with everything I have that you could be here. I sincerly hope that you and Brian are having the times of your lives in heaven. Its just not fair that two of the most amazing men I've ever known are up in heaven waiting for the rest of us. Im sorry I didnt make it out to Houston this year, hopefully for Memorial Day I will be able to make it. I miss you more than you will ever know! Until we meet again...RIP Russell <3
Garnet Jenkins
November 9, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of this fine young Marine, Staff Sgt. Russell L. Slay, two years ago today.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May Russell rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Slay family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
May you find Strength in your Faith,
Comfort in God's Love, and
Peace in knowing this country remembers Russell's Sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Kristy
November 5, 2006
We are approaching two years since you left us. It never gets easier, you are missed so much and by so many. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to know you and to have known you so well. You were the most caring and real person I ever met. May your soul live on through all of us.
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