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for Bennie Washington
BJW
December 17, 2024
Everyday I think about you and everything you´ve been through, when I look in the mirror I look exactly like you it´s not easy but I know your watching over me love you dad.
Tisha
August 21, 2022
You are heavily on my mind tonight. I love you. I miss you. U hope you're well.
Take care of mom and Bells.
Stephen Lewis
January 8, 2020
In preparation for a veteran's benefit walk I do over memorial Day weekend I walk a 10 mile route out and back from my house. on my backpack I carry a laminated poster with a photograph to honor soldiers who have died in the post 9-11 conflicts. The roads I walk are heavily traveled, so many people see the posters I carry with me. on January 4th I honored Sergeant Bennie J. Washington and I will make sure his memory and legacy will not be forgotten. My prayers are with all here who knew and loved him.
Be Thou At Peace.
John 15:13 Isaiah 6:8.
Latisha Washington
May 28, 2018
Another Memorial Day to honor your ultimate sacrifice. I love you & still miss you everyday. Please watch over these 3 that I worry about. They still need your guidance.
THANK YOU B.J.
-Tisha
David Card
May 27, 2018
I will be running tomorrow in honor of Bennie. I have never meant Bennie, but I am honored and want to thank him for his ultimate sacrifice. May God give his family peace. From a Army Dad.
Corina Jefferson
January 6, 2018
Hey Bennie, just thinking about you today. Thinking of how many years have passed but how much your still thought of. I think of your sister and mom often and of your kids. I seen your sister put your daughter is now 21. Seems unreal but I guess my son is almost 18. I wonder if your mom or sister still have the wall hanging I made and sent them. I still miss you everyday!! Fly high my friend!! Tisha, I would love to hear from you. Email me [email protected]. Thanks
Tisha Washington
January 5, 2018
LaTisha Washington
May 1, 2017
Thinking about you today. Your baby girl is now all grown up at 21. Please keep a watchful eye out for her and Ken. She'll be 21 soon too.
Love and miss you daily,
Tisha
December 6, 2016
Thinking of you, missing you, always loving you.
-Tisha
Ummae
November 5, 2015
Thank you so much for your service to our country. You will forever be in our hearts!
Aimee
January 12, 2015
Thinking of you, miss you dearly.
Aimee
January 15, 2013
Just dropping in to say I was thinking about you. Miss you! Love Always
Peggy Childers
January 5, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Bennie J. Washington:
It has truly been my honor to sign Bennie's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Bennie will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Aimee Mack
January 5, 2012
Thinking of you. Miss ya bro!
Tisha Washington
January 5, 2012
Yesterday was it too hard for me to leave you a message. I miss you so much. Your nephew is a splitting image of you and his mannerism as well. You are GREATLY missed and forever loved. Until next time, smooches, Tisha.
Corina Jefferson
January 5, 2012
Bennie I think about and miss you everyday. I miss your sense of humor and you could always make me laugh. One day we will meet again. Until then I'll be missing and loving you as always!!!! You are a hero!!!!
Peggy Childers
January 4, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Bennie J. Washington:
Always remembering Bennie. "Some gave all."
Ginny & Family
November 6, 2011
We wish to Thank You Spc 4th Class Bennie Washington and your Family for your Service and Sacrifices made for our Country and Freedoms. Thank you and May your Family and Loved Ones find Strength, Peace and Comfort in your Love. God Bless you all.
Aimee Mack
September 5, 2011
Wash, been thinking of you lately just wanted to say I miss you. Graduated from nursing school this year so yes I am an Army Registered Nurse now! I know you would have something funny to say about that. Love you always.
LaTisha Washington
May 30, 2011
Just stop by to say Hi and I miss you & love you sooooo much. 'Cant wait to see you again.
Tisha
Corina Jefferson
January 7, 2011
Bennie its been many years now but remember that u are never forgotten... think of you everyday... miss you lots
Corina
Peggy Childers
January 4, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Bennie J. Washington:
Please accept my remembrance of Bennie on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Aimee
October 24, 2009
Wash, been thinking of you and wanted to let you know that I miss you dearly. As time moves along my love still grows. I know that although you are not physically here with us your spirit still watching over us.
Kenna Larra
July 20, 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 1,660 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
In Memory of Bennie ~ (Debra Estep)
January 8, 2009
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 Bennie, 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
Peggy Childers
January 4, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Bennie J. Washington:
Bennie 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
April 23, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Washington!
Melissa Harris
January 20, 2008
Just home looking at our son grow praying that he will be the great man his father was fun loving caring and the "CHAMP" WE miss him But I have the best part of him his son keeping him alive.
Bryan Pack
October 8, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the family of one of my closest friends. You were a true and loyal friend, father, son, brother, and uncle to many and you died a true and loyal soldier to your country. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers and I know we will cross paths again in the next life. 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 (KIA 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 15, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Washington and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Pat Lyons
May 30, 2007
THE CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD IN CUMMING, GA. WOULD LIKE YOU TO KNOW AN ANONYMOUS DONOR LAST YEAR ARRANGED TO HAVE AN ENGRAVED BRICK WITH BENNIE'S NAME, RANK AND DATE OF DEATH PLACED IN OUR COURTYARD OF REMEMBRANCE.
WE HOPE YOU WILL STOP AND SEE IT IF YOU ARE EVER IN THE AREA. IT IS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE CHURCH AND NEAR THE STATUE OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD.
THANK YOU FOR THE SACRIFICE HE HAS MADE.
May 29, 2007
love to you all...
Valarie Hatcher
December 12, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Garnet Jenkins
October 14, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the recent loss of Sgt. Bennie J. Washington.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May Bennie rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Washington family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
2 Corinthians 5:1
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
ROBYN GARSIDE
September 20, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 27, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Washington family in the loss of Bennie. I did not know Bennie, 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. Bennie soon it will be 15 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~
Jennifer Boyd
February 23, 2006
Seems no one has added anything lately... but my sympathys to Bennie's family. I only knew him for a short while but he made a big impact on my life just as he did our country.
Thank you Bennie for your bravery and love for our country. Your always in my thoughts.. all my love
Chaplain Dan Gates (GASSAR)
August 20, 2005
I have just learned of the death of Sgt. Bennie J. Washington. As the State Chaplain of the Georgia Sons Of The American Revolution and speaking for our President, George Thurmond and more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia, may I most humbly express the condolences of a grateful Society. Sgt. Washington, wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, stood on a wall of freedom for us all. His life and his love of country epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe him ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… his family!!!
Corina Pitts
July 4, 2005
To the whole Washington family....I'm deeply sorry for your loss. I am missing a great friend and I still miss him everyday. He had sent me some pictures of himself and of himself and his daughter. I was gonna have my mom make a wall hanging and I wanted to send it to you Mrs. Washington, so contact me if you are interested. I miss him so much. He could make me laugh so easy and cant do that as easy now without him....God Bless everyone....and Bennie...I miss you
lakia wynder
June 4, 2005
Dear Washington Family
I wanted to give you all my deepest sympathy . I went to school with Bennie all the way up to high school. He was a very good friend and he will greatly be missed.
sincerely
Lakia R. Wynder
javene@kendall Williams
May 26, 2005
To the Washington Family
As we celebrate Memorial Day this upcoming weekend, our thoughts and prayers are with you @ your family.
We thank God for each one that was willing to take a stand to make our world a safer place. God Bless and comfort you at this time.
With Love,
Javene @ Kendall Williams
Erika Pramberger
May 1, 2005
Ms Queen, Tisha, Kennedy, Acacia, Gina and Grandmom,
Bennie was a man who touched my heart and life. He made me laugh, he made me giggle but most of all he bought happiness into my life. I just wish to tell you how extremely sorry i am for your loss and know that you will all be in my heart forever. Bennie, our guardian angel, we miss you and will always remember you when you were at your happiest, With your family and those championship belts! Bennie i miss you!!
Euleashia Embry
January 28, 2005
I would like to send my condolences to your family for the loss of your son. I was stationed with Bennie in Korea until he deployed. He was a wonderful person with a loving heart and I am so glad that I had the chance to know him. I have a photo of him showing off his Championship Wrestling Belts with the biggest smile on his face. That is how I will always remember him. My prayers are with you.
Mark, Deb, Marcus, and Kylee Watts
January 22, 2005
Ms. Washington and family;
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! Bennie brought so much laughter and love in our daughters life and we thank your son for that. Thank you Bennie for fighting for our country. God Bless the Washington family through this loss.
christy leclair
January 20, 2005
Thank you for raising such a giving young man, thank God for those like him who are willing to take a stand to make our world a safer place. We will not forget him nor you and we pray you will find comfort in God and know that Sgt. Bennie Washington has made a true difference in our world.
thank you and God Bless you,
christy leclair
Lisa Vining
January 17, 2005
To: Queen and Tee
Trust in the Lord with ALL your heart. Lean not on your own understanding. In all ways acknowledge God and he will direct your paths.
I have found this to be so true especially in difficult times. Everything is not for us to understand but when we rely on God, He will work it out. Lets just cherish the time the Lord gave us with B.J. and there have been some wonderful times. You are in my prayers. I love you all.
Be Blessed,
Lisa A. Vining
Heather Hall
January 13, 2005
It is my wish to relay to the family of Bennie that he was an amazing man who never ceased to make me laugh when I needed it most. He had an unerringly positive view of life and always managed to make the most mundane task fun. I thank the lord that I was privileged enough to have known him in my life. Thank you Bennie, you are missed.
SSG Christopher Butler
January 13, 2005
Mrs. Washington and family,
I would like to express my deepest condolences to you. I had the pleasure of having Bennie work for me when we were stationed together at Ft. Riley. He was an outstanding soldier, an example to his peers, and a remarkable human being. He will be greatly missed. Thank you for molding him into the fine young man he was and and allowing him to serve. You're the Hard-core Champ Bennie.
judy Murray
January 13, 2005
Queen and Latesha,I don't now what words to say.Just know that God will give you two ,and your family all the strength that is needed to sooth the pain that is in each of your hearts. Judy
karen
January 13, 2005
I would like to say a special thanks to Sqt. Washington's family. I thank you for giving your son the kind of upbringing that made him a selfless individual who gave his life for his country and people he did not even know. I am from a military family and have a daughter overseas and I want to thank you. I will pray for peace for the family.
FRANCES PACE
January 13, 2005
TO QUEEN AND FAMILY:
GARNELL AND I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY .SO MANY HAVE SUFFERED SO GREAT OF A LOSS.WE COME BEFORE GOD TO PRAY FOR THOSE WHO LOVED HIM. GOD'S SIGNS ARE NOT ALWAYS THE ONE WE LOOK FOR. WE LEARN IN TRAGEDY THAT HIS PURPOSES ARE NOT ALWAYS OUR OWN , YET THE PRAYERS OF PRIVATE SUFFERING. WHETHER IN OUR HOMES OR IN CHURCH WE KNOW THEY ARE KNOWN, HEARD AND UNDERSTOOD. MAY GOD BLESS THE SOUL OF THE DEPARTED AND MAY HE COMFORT OUR OWN. GARNELL & FRANCES PACE
Crystal Pace
January 13, 2005
Tee and Queenie
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. My prayers and throughts go out to you at this difficult time. May God Bless you and your family to help you get though.
Baldwin's Chapel SDA Church School 1202 Leonard Avenue
January 13, 2005
The students, faculty, and staff of Baldwin's Chapel Seventh-day Adventist Church School in High Point, North Carolina express our deep appreciation to your son for giving his life for his country. His mark of bravery as well as the bravery of all who are defending our country stands as a reminder to all of our youth that life is not worth living unless we stand for what we truly believe in. Your son did just that and his example will make its mark on many lives. Be brave and keep pleasant memories of him alive in your heart. God loves you and so do we!
January 13, 2005
THANK-YOU; THANK-YOU
SGT.WASHINGTON, THANK YOU FOR DOING SOMETHING POSTIVE WITH YOUR LIFE, AND TO SERVE AND PROTECT THIS COUNTRY WAS A GREAT HONOR.
TO HIS FAMILY THANK YOU FOR GIVING THIS COUNTRY YOUR SON. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE WHAT YOU ALL ARE GOING THROUGH AT THIS POINT IN TIME.I JUST WOULD LIKE TO ENSURE YOU THAT GOD WILL TAKE YOU THROUGH. AS YOU REFLECT ON YOUR SON I ASK GOD TO HELP YOU TO BEAR THIS HEAVY BURDEN.
The Todd Family
January 13, 2005
Dear Washington Family,
Although we do not know you personnally, Please accept our deepest condolences for your great loss. May God stregthen you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Thank you Sgt. Washington for your ultimate sacrifice for your country. God Bless You and your family.
January 13, 2005
God bless your family in the loss of your son. He will always be known as a hero. I, along with many others, thank him for what he has done by serving his country. I hope in time you will reflect back on each entry of this guest book and continue to feel so proud of him. Thank you Sgt. Bennie James Washington.
Gwen Wilder
January 13, 2005
Dear Queen, You do not know me and I do not know you or Bennie, but we have a lot in common. Both of our sons signed up in 2000. They are only a year apart in age. Both are very handsome. Both went to Iraq. But there our similarities ends. My son came home got married and is expecting his first son any day now. You are burying yours on Saturday. I want you to know that My heart goes out to you in your hour of grief because there but by the grace of God goes my son and not yours. As I read Bennie's obituary I saw my son's name instead of yours. I saw my name instead of yours and I could not help but feel your grief. Queen, please know that you are not alone. Though my son came home I still mourn with you for Bennie because it could have been my child that didn't make it back. May God give you the peace that surpasses all understanding Queen.
Kellie Medford
January 10, 2005
Dear Queenie, Kennedy and Family,
It was by chance that I learned that BJ was injured in Iraq and that you, Queenie had gone to be by his bedside. Our entire family grieves for you. I remember meeting BJ briefly when he first enlisted and I thought how brave he was. We will pray for his soul and for your broken hearts. I can't imagine how impossible your days and nights must be. The world is a lonier place without him and heaven is lucky to have him.
Your friends,
Kellie, Fleet, Adelaide & Wood Medford
Brenda Newkirk
January 10, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this most difficult time. My family thanks your family and your son for his service. May God give you strength and faith.
Carol Dzurenko
January 10, 2005
I pray that God keep Bennie and give him peace. Bennie is a true hero. I did not know him, but I'll never forget his sacrifice. I pray for his mother and his family in their sorrow.
Connie Barrett
January 10, 2005
My prayers and thoughts go out to you. May God holds you in his hands during this time of grief. Be proud of your Soldier, for his tour has just begun. Born into life, now born into eternity. I am another Soldiers mom and mine is due for Irag in August. May peace and God speed be with you always
ANNITA HALL
January 9, 2005
I AM A MOTHER OF A SAILOR AND HIS WIFE ALSO A SAILOR AND I SEND HEART FELT SORROW. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AT YOUR GREAT LOSS.
Doris See
January 9, 2005
To the family of Bennie Washington:
My heart grieves for your loss. What a brave and selfless man to give the ultimate for his country. May God be with you,
CATHY McKINLEY
January 9, 2005
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. I THANK YOU & YOUR FAMILY FOR EVERYTHING YOUR SON HAS DONE FOR OUR COUNTRY. MY PRAYER IS WITH YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU & HELP YOU GET THRO THIS HARD TIME. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU OR YOUR FAMILY. I HAVE A SON WHO IS SERVING IN THE ARMY OVER THERE. MAY ALL OUR BOYS & GRILS BE HOME SOON. AGAIN I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.
MRS. CATHY McKINLEY
Jerry and Frances Clark
January 9, 2005
We will not forget Bennie's service and sacrifice to this nation, and we honor him for it. We honor and support all those who grieve for his loss. May you find peace.
Mary West
January 9, 2005
I didn't know him, but as the mother of a soldier I know this must be the hardest thing in the world to endure. I will be thinking of you.
Carrol Cortez
January 9, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. I know that words cannot bring him back but be proud that he served his country with pride. God bless and be with you.
Cortez Family
Kimberly Sekulow
January 9, 2005
Dear Queen and family,
How sad we were to hear the news about BJ. You know we feel as though we have lost one of our own sons. How proud you must be of his service and bravery. He was a fine and outstanding young man and we were blessed for having him in our lives. May God hold you in his arms and may your faith be your guide through this terrible loss.
We love you,
Kim, Gary, Adam and Jenny
Carol Kirk
January 8, 2005
Thank you for serving our country. I didn't know you but thank you very much for protecting our freedom. God Bless Your Family.
Janice Greeley
January 8, 2005
Dear Queenie and Tisha,
You both have my deepest sympathy during this tragic loss. You will be in my prayers. We have known each other for so long it feels like a family member. We must be strong and our loving saviour will get us thru this.
Janice Greeley
Kenia Brown-Hama
January 8, 2005
Dear Queenie and Tisha,
My husband and I send our deepest condolences and prayers to both of you. I am so sorry to hear about B.J. . He fought a good fight! I know that his mothers love and presence was very comforting to him.
Love you both!
Lt.Hama and Kenia Hama
Mary & Harry Boggus
January 8, 2005
Although we didn't know you, we are honored to have had you to defend our great country. May GOD bless you and your family. You were a brave soldier to go to fight in this war.
GOD bless this family and be with them throughout their sorrow.
Beth Cullom
January 8, 2005
Thank you for Sgt. Washington's service to our country. He is a great American for stepping up to the plate and keeping America free and safe. We owe Sgt. Washington a debt of gratitude for his service and we owe his family our sincere appreciation for sharing him with our nation.
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