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Byron Norwood Obituary
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Sgt. Byron Wayne Norwood Sgt. Byron Wayne Norwood, USMC, was killed in action in Fallujah, Iraq, at 12:06 p.m., Saturday, November 13, 2004. Byron was born in Austin, Texas, August 11, 1979, to Bill and Janet Aston Norwood, and was the third of five children. Byron graduated from Pflugerville High School in 1998 and was active in marching band, jazz band and drama. Upon graduation, Byron joined the Marine Corps, following in the footsteps of both of his grandfathers who served with the Marine Corps during WWII. After boot camp and then School of Infantry at Camp Pendleton, Byron returned to Austin for reserve duty and college from 1999-2000, and in late 2000 began active duty as a recruiter s assistant. He went to active duty with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines in July 2001 as a Corporal. He completed a sea deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit from June through December 2002. From February to May 2003, Byron s unit fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom. During a year back at Camp Pendleton, Byron spent time studying Arabic and was deployed to Iraq a second time on June 19, 2004. He was promoted to Sergeant July 1st, and participated in the training of Iraqi Special Forces as well as duty with Weapons Company. Byron believed strongly in the Marine Corps objective to assist in the rehabilitation of Iraq and in protecting the American people. He had a passionate love for his country, his family, his friends and God. Byron s captivating sense of humor and beaming smile enriched the lives of those around him. He shared his love for his family and friends openly and considered it an honor to be their protector. Byron was kind, sensitive and considerate, always placing others needs before his own. Byron s last selfless act was giving his life for his country. Byron is survived by his parents, William and Janet Norwood of Pflugerville, sister Kristen Norwood Hullum and husband, David of Pflugerville, brother Grant Norwood of Austin, sister Grayson Norwood of Austin, and brother Colin Norwood of Pflugerville, as well as grandparents Jake and Jeane Aston of Houston. Aunts and uncles include Ron and April Aston, Randall Aston, John Scott Norwood and Nancy Norwood. Cousins include Adam, Laura, Emily, Rachel, Melanie, Megan and Jason Aston, and Christopher and Cassandra Norwood. Byron was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Louise Norwood. Visitation will be held at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home in Pflugerville on Saturday, November 20, 2004 from 5:00 7:00 p.m. Services will be conducted on Sunday, November 21, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. at the Pflugerville High School Fine Arts Center, followed by interment with full military honors at Cook-Walden Capital Parks, 14501 N I-35 in Pflugerville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sgt. Byron W. Norwood Memorial Fund to assist Marines wounded in action and to benefit families of Marines killed in action. Send c/o Tx. Assoc. of Counties, PO Box 2131, Austin, TX 78768.
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Memories and Condolences
for Byron Norwood
Danielle Laney-Fulgham
May 31, 2022
I was just a small girl when you were taken from this world, but I´ll never forget running into your arms when you came to visit my parents after coming back from a deployment.
You´ve been the sunshine in my hair and the shadow on the ground ever since.
I love you and miss you dearly Norwood.
Armando Rodriguez
November 26, 2019
To the Norwood family... its been 15 years since the passing of Byron. He will never be forgotten ... that is a fact . He gave his ultimate sacrifice for all of us here in the United States for freedom . Still there are no words due to his life that was cut too short. Byrons loss as well as the thousands of other soldiers should never be forgotten. May the Norwood family still find some comfort after so many years. May Byron be in Gods hands and give him enteral peace til we see him some day in heaven . God bless every active soldier still protecting the United States and every war veteran that they all deserve nothing but the best.
Donna Sims
November 26, 2019
You are still missed greatly.
Madison Jones
November 25, 2019
I think of Byron and others every day who gave all in defense of freedom. Those young men and women shall always be my heroes. I only gave some, but others, like Byron, gave all. God bless America, and you as well.
Donna Sims
November 17, 2016
Thinking of you Byron with fondness and sadness.
Donna Sims
May 25, 2015
Thinking of you on this day. You are missed and will always be remembered.
Mike and Pam Dustin
May 24, 2015
Thinking of you on this Memorial Day
Always remember that~~HEROES LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER, NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN.
Desi Mokri Sauceda
November 13, 2014
Ten years ago today remains fresh in my mind and marks one of the worst days of my life. Remembering Byron today and every day. He was a truly special person and he will always have a permanent place in my heart. Norwood family...sending peace and comfort your way. The Mokri family will forever share in your grief.
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D J Sims
May 26, 2014
Hi Byron
Just dropping by this Memorial Day to let you know that we are still thinking of you and missing you. You will always be remembered and never forgotten.
Mike and Pam Dustin
May 25, 2014
Remembering you, Thinking of you, and Honoring you on this Memorial Day weekend
Thundering Third "TT"
November 19, 2013
This November, the families of the Thundering Third remembered our fallen and paid tribute to Sgt Byron Norwood, our hero!
Pam Dustin
May 29, 2013
Just wanted you to know that you are being thought of on this Memorial Holiday. I can promise you one thing; You will NEVER be forgotten.
D J Sims
May 28, 2013
Hi Byron - Just stopping by to let you know that you are thought of and remembered this Memorial Day 2013. Know that you will never ever be forgotten.
D J Sims
November 13, 2012
Thinking of you today and every day. You have not been forgotten.
Mike and Pam Dustin
May 28, 2012
I couldn't let this Memorial Day weekend go by without letting you know you are being thought of. I will also never forget you brave Mother. My wish for this Memorial Day is that every American will take just a minuet or two and say a little prayer for all of our Military.
HEROES NEVER DIE. THEY LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER. I truly do believe this. You will never be forgotten.
with love and respect,
Peggy Childers
November 16, 2011
November 13, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Byron W. Norwood:
Please accept my remembrance of Byron on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 13, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Byron W. Norwood:
Remembering Byron 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
Kim Straker
November 12, 2010
for November 13.
Remembering and honoring this fine American, and sent with the hope that those who love him are able to gather together tomorrow as they remember a fine son, loving brother, good friend and loyal Marine.
Rest in Peace Sgt.Norwood, rest in peace.
Pam Dustin
July 3, 2010
It only seems fitting that we should honor you on this Fourth of July. If it weren't for you, your brothers in arms, our veterans and all branches of our Military, we would probably not be living the lives that we are able to live today.
From freedom of speech and religion, to the very small taken for granted freedoms like taking a drive, shopping, walking our dog, we thank you.
To say thank you just doesn't seem to be enought. I will Honor you for as long as I live. I Will Never Forget.
Grace
June 1, 2010
"For love of Country they accepted death" James Garfield
Thank you
D J Sims
May 31, 2010
Hi Byron
Just wanted to stop by and say hello and let you know that you are forever in my heart. You are so loved and so missed.
“The Final Roll Call”
We thought of you with love today
But that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday
And days before that too.
We think of you in silence
We often speak your name.
Now all we have are memories
And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake
With which we'll never part
God has you in His keeping
We have you in our Heart.
Kristen Norwood Hullum
May 31, 2010
I love you, sweet brother. We will honor you today on Memorial Day.
Pam Dustin
May 30, 2010
I just you to know that I am thinking of you on the Memorial Day. You will forever be a HERO and you will never be forgotten.
I would like to think that you are up there in Heaven celebrating yourselves with your brothers in arms.
with love and respect,
Mike and Pam Dustin
Adrienne Nixon
December 14, 2009
Hello, my name is Adrienne and I go to everman joe c bean high school and we are honoring pepole who sacrificed and died for us in my english class. I've chosen Byron W. Norwwod. I just wanted to let you know that he was truely a great person and I'm grateful that I am able to honor him. I will keep yall in my prayers. :-)
Love,
Adrienne Y. Nixon
D J Sims
November 29, 2009
Hi Bryan
Just thought I would drop by and let you know that I am thinking of you this Thanksgiving Holiday weekend and know that you are greatly missed. I continue to hold you and your loved ones in my thoughts and prayers. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten; you are my Hero.
pam Dustin
November 26, 2009
I am so sorry that I missed writing on Veterans Day. I was in urgent care with my daughter most of the day.
Today is Thanksgiving and I want you to know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I will be giving thanks to you and for the sacrifice you made for our country and the people in it.
You will forever be a hero and I can promise you that you will never be forgotten.
with love and respect,
Mike and Pam Dustin
Kenna Larra
August 20, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
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Michele Atkins
August 12, 2009
Happy 30th Birthday Byron! You were in my thoughts yesterday as you so often are. I can't believe that you would have been 30... still can't believe that Matt will also be 30 soon... I imagine your laughing about that :-). I honor your memory and am comforted in knowing that you are always with those who love you. I share Kristen sentiment, I miss you and can't wait to be with you again to share our stories. Thank you for your little reminders along the way, when I need them most.
Love, Mom Atkins
August 11, 2009
Happy Birthday, baby brother! Today would have been the big 3-0, wow. It's so hard to move into our 30's and leave you behind, frozen forever at 25. I miss you so much sometimes that I can't breathe.
Our family met at Baby A's for our annual celebration of your life. We toasted you with Jack and Cokes in your honor. Then Grayson, David and I enjoyed a bite of cake with you at the cemetery.
Can't wait to be with you again - I love you.
Kristen
Kim Straker
August 11, 2009
Today I watched the moving tributes from this young man's sister and on looking at the messages written here, I noted that today is his birthday. While every special occasion such as this one inevitably brings bittersweet memories, I'm sure that the love and devotion that is so evident in the photos and what you've all written about him will enable you to continue to share your love and all the good memories as well. Happy birthday Byron - you are honored and remembered, even by those of us who weren't fortunate enough to know you in your lifetime.
Rest in Peace Sgt. Byron W. Norwood - Semper Fi
J.B. Anderson
July 26, 2009
Byron, may you dance with the Angels in the presence of God. You made the ultimate sacrifice and it will never be forgotten!
J. B. Anderson - Lake Havasu City, AZ
D J Sims
May 25, 2009
Hi Byron
I tried to give you some inspirational words of how I am feeling about your loss this Memorial Day weekend. Know that you are so loved and so missed each and every day. I honor you and all of our Heroes today and every day. Your sacrifice for our freedoms will never be forgotten, EVER.
From the frontlines of the Homefront, we are with you in spirit.
Pat Shoukry
May 24, 2009
Thank you Byron for defending my Freedoms. It is because of great American patriots such as you that Americans continue to board airplanes with confidence and the people of this city can live without fear.
You will always be remembered with love and great pride by the grateful nation you served to protect.
Rest in peace.
Sember Fi,
Pat Shoukry - NYC (6 miles from "Ground Zero")
Pam Dustin
May 23, 2009
I just wanted you to know that you are being thought of on this Memorial weekend. I will be at the beach on the 31st. I am going to sit on the beach and watch the waves roll in and think of you and your brothers in arms. The waves are eternal, just as you are. Heroes never die, they live in our hearts forever. I hope you can feel all of the love that is being sent to you up there in Heaven.
Brooke
January 21, 2009
I saw you for the last time 3 days before you deployed. I can't believe its been so long since you've been gone. You are always in my heart....
In Memory of Byron ~ (Debra Estep)
November 20, 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 Byron, 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
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
November 13, 2008
Bryon,
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.
Peggy Childers
November 13, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Byron W. Norwood:
Byron 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
John Kent Berry
October 3, 2008
I am gratefull for the blessings of prayer and especially for the one just given for Byron.
Our redeemer lives and sustains us here.
Christina derle
October 3, 2008
I do not know much about byron wayne but I know he did his hardest in war and was definitly one of my hero's!
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
September 30, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Byron 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 Byron in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Marty Farmer
August 12, 2008
Happy Bithday, Byron. Your life, service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. God bless your family.
Semper Fi,
Armando Rodriguez
August 12, 2008
To Mr. and Mrs. Norwood and family members; words cannot express on your loss of your son. Even though I never knew your son Sgt, Byron Norwood, somehow he has touched my heart due to the fact that I also have a son his age. Today, Monday, August 11, 2008 is his birthday, and almost four years since his passing. I cannot image how much you all miss Byron. May God almighty some how manage to heal your grief. With his pictures I'm sure you will never forget him. If you don't mind I will pray the rosary for him, light a candle for Byron at the Basilica Shrine in San Juan, Tx and for the Norwood family. I am proud for his honor and service and for what Byron stood for. Hopefully one day I can go to Pflugerville and place some flowers and honor him for his duty. Once again, may God some how comfort the Norwood family through prayers. I'm sure Sgt. Byron Norwood will forever live in our hearts for he is in a better place. I, Armando Rodriguez thank Byron from my heart for his honrable service. God Bless you all.
Jeannie Tolle
August 11, 2008
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, an American Hero. Because of him and my grandson, Pfc. Aaron J. Ward and others like them we are free. I know that doesn't make you feel any better. My grandson was killed 8 days after turning 19 years old in Anbar Province. I hope your happy memories of Byron ( and from reading the guest book I know you have alot) bring you comfort. May God bless. Rest In Peace Byron.
Proud Grandma of Pfc. Aaron J. Ward
Laura Proud Marine Mom
August 11, 2008
Byron, wishing you a hearty Heroes birthday celebration on the golden streets of Heaven. Today was my late fathers birthday, a Korean War vet. Seems to be a Heroes day!
God bless and thank you for fighting in the name of freedom, we'll never forget.
Terry Menville
August 11, 2008
Your memory will never fade. There is a little part of you carried in each of our hearts.
Kristen Norwood Hullum
August 11, 2008
Happy Birthday little brother! I miss you so much. Today is such a hard day, but it's also the day that we celebrate your birth into this world and our family. We love you and miss you more than words could ever express.
We're going to meet tonight at Baby Acapulco's for dinner since you loved Tex-Mex and that's also where we went after we picked you up from the airport the 1st time you came home from Iraq. I remember you sitting at the table in your uniform - I couldn't stop staring at you and being so thankful you made it home safely. I just still can't believe you didn't make it home this time.
I love you!
Pam Dustin
August 11, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BYRON!! CELEBRATE WITH YOUR BROTHERS IN ARMS AND KNOW THAT YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HEROES LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
D J Sims
August 11, 2008
Happy Birthday Byron. I hope Heaven's Military angels are singing to you. You are so loved and so missed by so many. You are our Hero and believe me, you will never be forgotten.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
August 11, 2008
Rest in peace,you're paid in full.
Suzanne MacDaniel
August 11, 2008
To the Norwood family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Byrons' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
Nancy & Doug Haviland
August 10, 2008
You will always be with us. A true hero.
kATHI POPPERT
August 9, 2008
Bryon, Thank you for the brave sacrifice you made for my freedom, rest assure you will never be forgotten. to Bryon's family, Bryon is an American Hero but above that your son and I as so sorry for your loss. may God bless you all. we do not know one antoher but now are for ever joined as my nephew PFC Aaron J Ward at age 19 while serving in Iraq on may 6 2008 was also added to the long list of American Hero's who gave their life for our country's continued freedom. may God bless us all and protect the so many other soldiers still fighting...
rest in peace Bryon for America love's you....
Proud aunt of PFC Aaron J Ward
US ARMY MILITARY POLICE
FOREVER A DRAGONSLAYER
Janelle & Jim
August 9, 2008
Thinking of you, our 3/1 Marine "son" Byron.
The Watts'
Berry John Kent
May 27, 2008
Family
Here these words again " Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth....then I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her ....He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more. Rev. 21:1-7
The promise belongs to God...Byron is home and honored here...his family and friends as well. Love
Chaplain Kent Berry and family
D J Sims
May 25, 2008
Thinking of you and your family on this Memorial Day Weekend. I thank you for your service to our country and your sacrifice for our continued freedom. You are never far from my thoughts and prayers. I know you are watching over all your military brothers and sisters. May you continue to rest in peace knowing that you are loved and missed not only by your family and friends, but also by your extended military family.
Pamela Dustin
May 25, 2008
I just wanted to stop by and let you know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. You will forever be a HERO. I thank you for your service. It takes a very special and brave person to take on the job that you did and I will always be indebted to you.
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Norwood!
D J Sims
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas Byron. You are still so missed and thought of by so many of your family and friends. Just wanted you to know I was thinking of you today, this most beloved of holidays.
Kristen Norwood Hullum
November 13, 2007
It's been 3 years today since you so bravely gave your life for this country and your fellow Marines. Last night was hard, I didn't want to go to sleep because I didn't want today to come. I've been looking at pictures of you and our family this morning. I miss your smile and your laugh more than anything else. I miss your clear blue eyes and the goofy faces you would make. I just miss you. I love you so much and I'm counting the days until we're together again.
Kristen Norwood Hullum
November 10, 2007
Happy Birthday Devil Dogs!
Semper Fi!
DJ Sims
November 10, 2007
Hello Byron. You are on my mind and I just wanted you to know that I continue to pray for you and your family. You are a true hero, a hero who gave his all for his country.
Pamela Dustin
November 9, 2007
I just wanted to let you know that you are not, nor will you ever be forgotten. You, your family and your friends are in my thoughts and prayers. You will forever be a "HERO" and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Carl Elam
October 24, 2007
Sgt. Byron Wayne Norwood
May your mission in life and death bring peace and hope to the people of the Middle East.
May your bravery give courage to all soldiers in battle.
Carl M. Elam, Major, USAF, Retired
9521 Horn Avenue
Nottingham, MD 21236
[email protected]
Kent Berry
August 26, 2007
Dear Byron's family
Please keep us in your prayers so that we (I) will reflect a living presence of your sacrifice and love for our country on those around us.
The Rev. Kent Berry
Oglesby & Crawford United Methodist Church.
Crawford, Texas
shawnee (Austin, TX)
August 25, 2007
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there... I do not sleep.
I am the thousand winds that blow...
I am the diamond glints on snow...
I am the sunlight on ripened grain...
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you waken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of gentle birds in circling flight...
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry-
I am not there... I did not die...
.
Thank you for your service. You are an American hero and will not be forgotten.
Rest in Peace
.
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)
Kristen Norwood Hullum
August 11, 2007
Happy Birthday, Bro!
You would have been 28 years old today. I just still can't believe this is what has become of our lives. I'm trying to stay upbeat today, but it's hard. That overwhelming sense of your loss hits me again every morning before I'm able to even open my eyes. This morning, that feeling was especially heavy. I took off today so that I could hang out with you, do things you would have liked. I think David and I are going to walk around Town Lake this morning - we did that last year and it was relaxing. Then maybe a nice lunch somewhere, and we'll come by and have a piece of cake with you at the cemetery. Everyone's meeting at Mom and Dad's tonight to look at Colin and Jenn's Honeymoon pictures. Then, we'll go to the park and have our normal birthday picnic for you by the Fallen Warrior Memorial.
I've been working on scanning in all of our old family pictures and replacing them in new albums. I keep seeing these pictures of you growing up through the years. It's just so hard to know that will not continue. How do we continue to grow old without you? Up to this point, the 5 of us have still been in order. But, this year Grayson will turn 26, older than you. It feels wrong, like we're leaving you behind. One more painful thing to get used to, I guess.
Byron, I love you and miss you more than I could ever say. You are in my heart every single moment of each day. We're trying really hard to hang in there, because we know that's what you want. I can't wait until the day we're all together again. Familes are Forever.
See you soon.
Love,
Your Big Sister
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Norwood and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Marine
Donnie Marler
June 8, 2007
Janet, Bill, and Kristen,
Byron was a special Marine and a special man. I feel as if I know him through my conversations with you, Janet, and I hold him, and you, forever in my heart. God Bless you all.
John Kent Berry
April 27, 2007
Dear Bill & Janet,
I just learned by reading some of the good things said about Byron. I learned that he played the trumpet and was active in his high school plays. I like that..and remain ever more the impressed with this young Marine. As the old Gospel hymn say's, "count your blessings'...and name them one by one"....Kent & Vicki(and family)
April 14, 2007
To the Norwood family, I am wrinting to express my deepest condolences to you all.
I only worked with your son for a few months during my second tour in Iraq. I did get a chance to know him for a little while, before my unit rotated out. In the time that i got to know him, we got to develop a good friendship. I still have a picture of him acting goofy playing "go fish". He surely, without a doubt, could lighten up a room when it was needed. He is defenitly what I call "good people". I was Completely in shock and disbelief when i heard the tragic news. I will never forget him. It was a privilege and an honor to have served with him. My most sincere apologies,
SSgt Christopher Henegar
Pamela Dustin
November 14, 2006
Please know that you are in my thought and prayers. We will never forget. I have a list that I put up every Veterans Day and every Memorial Day. It is in a place for all to see, and, for all to remember.
The Baker Family
November 14, 2006
We love you so much...you are always in our hearts and prayers...we will NEVER FORGET!!!!
Judi Sweeney
November 13, 2006
Bill, Janet, and Kristen,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have come here to pay tribute to your precious Byron... our Fallen 3/1 Hero. My heart aches now just as it did two years ago when we lost him. At the same time... there is a part of me that smiles, knowing what a wonderful son, brother and Marine Brother he was. When I have seen the tributes made to Byron in his home town I am overwhelmed with pride and love... I can only imagine how you, his family must feel. Know I am always here for you. Byron and the sacrafice he made will never be forgotten. God Bless you all.
Judi
Proud M-I-L of
SSgt. Todd Anthony Rosalez
Thundering-Third Group
Marty Farmer
November 13, 2006
To the family and friends of Byron,
Today and every day your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Marty Farmer
VPMM of Sgt. Tyler Farmer
Joe & Susan Buedel
November 13, 2006
Dear Family,
You have been such an inspiration for this country. I would pray that I would have the strength that you possess. I know my words provide little comfort, but please know we don't forget Byron and his and your sacrifice. Heroes each and every one! Our son was in the streets of Fallujah that day, his Birthday. Byron and Justin McCleese are not forgotten.
God's Blessings on you all.
3/1 Marine Parents
Donna Sims
November 13, 2006
To Byron's family and friends
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today, the second anniversary of Byron's passing. I think of Byron many times, probably more than you could imagine. He is a true American Hero who gave his all for our freedoms. May God continue to hold you in His Grace and Bless you with His Comfort and Peace.
Laura Proud Marine Mom
November 13, 2006
Today marks the passing of this true American Hero. He is remembered today, as always, by many who send our thoughts and prayers to his beloved family and friends.
"Victory lies in the spirit of the lives of the men who died for me"
Semper Family
Maria Simpson "Abe's mom"
November 13, 2006
Dear Bill & Janet, On this 2nd anniversary of Byron's death please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and thank you for raising Byron to be such a man that he would leave such powerful legacy for others to remember and emulate. God bless you.
Garnet Jenkins
November 13, 2006
In remembrance of Sgt. Byron W. Norwood, on this 2nd. anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
May Byron, rest safely in the Loving Care 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 Norwood 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 peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Byron, will remain in your heart forever.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Robin Settlemire
September 29, 2006
My last memory of Byron is when he ripped my stereo out of my car. The night I met him & my current husband Jeremy Settlemire who served with him in 3/1 and was in Fallujah, Byron made my night of wanting to just get away from everything memorable. I remember looking across the dance floor at the Branding Iron in San Bernardino Ca. and looking at him and Jeremy and saying that he looked like he had lost his friend well come to find out it was the fact that he had just left his girlfriend before he came to California and that was bothering him. Well I know that when he left us here and went to the greater person above we will be the ones who lost a good friend. Byron, here is to you while u look down on us, thank u for the memories. Love Robin and Jeremy Settlemire
Jeremy Settlemire
September 29, 2006
I served with Byorn with 3/1 and he is the reason I married my wife I remember how he said he could fix her car radio and ended up taking the whole thing out.........I miss you brother
Mark Wilson
September 11, 2006
I attend the same church as the Norwoods and have been continually moved by their courage and resolve. On this 5th anniversary of 9/11, I want to thank Byron and his family for their sacrifice and tell them our family prays for you every day.
Kristen Norwood Hullum
August 11, 2006
Happy Birthday my precious baby brother! Today you would have been 27 years old. It is so bizarre to continue growing older as you stay frozen at 25 - but this is one of those ways that time goes on without you.
I didn't want to spend the day too sad, so David came home early from work and we went to walk around Town Lake. I must have seen a hundred feathers and butterflies, all little gifts from you. I bought myself a charm bracelet from James Avery and added the charms I've been collecting that make me think of you. Finally, David and I went to the cemetery and had a piece of birthday cake with you.
Tonight our family met at the park by the Fallen Warrior Memorial and cooked out - we had a birthday cake for you.
I miss you more with each moment, and the aching really intensifies - I don't think it really ever "gets better" as people say.
I love you so much and I'm so proud of you. I know that you wouldn't have changed anything that day, even though it meant you wouldn't be coming home with the other 7 Marines. You are not just an American hero, you are my hero. Today we celebrate your birth and every precious day we had with you. I can't wait to see you again one day, along with all of your brothers up there with you. As for tonight, I'll meet you out under the stars.
Semper Fi,
Kristen
Sara Townsend
May 16, 2006
My deepest sympathies go out to the Norwood family. I have known Byron since we were in elementary school and we graduated from Pflugerville together. I will always remember he and I getting into trouble in class and cutting up together! it broke my heart to hear about what happened to him. I was serving in the Air force when it happened and I couldn't make it home to pay my last respect, but rest assure my thoughts and prayers have been with him and his family since then! To the family: Stay strong and close to God, I know that is the way Byron would have wanted it.
Stephen and Marianne Hundley
May 10, 2006
Our sincere condolences to the family of Byron Wayne Norwood.
Mom and Dad of Curtis Hundley
KIA 21 April 2005 in Iraq
CPT Payne
May 4, 2006
John 15:13
Isaiah 6:8
I miss you brother.
Neil Weems
April 26, 2006
I just finished reading your tribute to Byron through your beautiful poem. I am writing through my tears trying to find words of comfort to you and your family. I know you will keep Byron's memory alive each and every day. As for me, I will try to be a better person and help others as I can. I wish I had known your son. May God continue to wrap you and your family in His love.
A VietNam Veteran
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 14, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Norwood family in the loss of Byron. I did not know Byron, 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. Byron it has been 17 months since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you.
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~
Sgt.. Veronica Jimenez
April 11, 2006
I don't know who you are. You are a sweet looking young man. I have a young son too. I'm sure your family is so proud of you. The ultimate sacrifice you've made for our country. I commend your memory. May your family stay strong. My family will pray for them. Rest in peace, you are safe now.
Respectfully,
An Army Veteran
Kristen Norwood Hullum
March 14, 2006
My dearest baby brother,
Yesterday was 1 year and 4 months since you sacrificed your life for this great nation. I couldn't believe that after all this time, people have continued to post messages on this site. What an awesome testiment of their love and honor for you. I miss you in the deepest part of my soul every minute of every single day. I can't wait to be with you again one day soon. I love you always.
Families are Forever,
Semper Fidelis
Kristen
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