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Catie Thweatt
September 15, 2016
Sergeant Rocky Dennis Payne.
Will Always be in our Hearts,Prayer,and Memories!!!! R.I.P.
R.I.P.
Catie Thweatt
September 15, 2016
Rocky would of been my mom's husband. He would of been an AWESOME dad!!
Always in our memories and Prayers! R.I.P.
Peggy Childers
March 18, 2012
March 16, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Rocky D. Payne:
Always remembering Rocky. "Some gave all."
May 31, 2011
Semper Fi, Miss you bud!
CPl Marks
paul armendariz
April 25, 2011
rest in peace,thank you.i pray your family may find solace
Robert Scoggin
March 18, 2011
Semper Fi
March 17, 2011
semper fi rocky miss you brother
Peggy Childers
March 16, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Rocky D. Payne:
Please accept my remembrance of Rocky on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
March 12, 2011
To the family of SPC. Rocky D. Payne:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
GySgt Odam
January 9, 2011
To the Marine I once knew... Semper Fi
You will not be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
March 16, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Rocky D. Payne:
Remembering Rocky 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
Carlos Florez
February 12, 2010
To the family of Spc. Payne....
My Name is SGT Calos Florez, I was a memeber of the 497th TC and knew Payne rather well...we did alot of GT missions together in support of the Brown n roots JMMT (Iron Pony Express) I want you to know that your family is thought of often and Payne is rememberd daily...To my battle Payne..keep the gates secure and let no insurgents in ...GUNTRUCK
Steve Gray
August 11, 2009
You served your country and made the ultimate sacrifice. You will always be remembered. You are a true American hero.
Kenna Larra
July 3, 2009
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Peggy Childers
March 16, 2009
To the family of Spc. Rocky D. Payne:
Rocky 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
May 3, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Payne!
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
March 16, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the PAYNE family.Knowing now one of the many reasons that they have always know are the reasons that our HERO[S] shall never be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel is FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our gratefull nation...THANK..YOU..Respectfully...HO..YAAH...To Our Creed..You will ALWAYS be a Hard Charger**If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you....We have all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST*We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers,as we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are........FOREVER..BROTHERS...........SEMPER..FI............B.V.C.
Barry O'Rourke
February 28, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
miguel daniel
October 20, 2007
Hi my name is Miguel Daniel and I'm from Houston, TX . I had the pleasure of meeting Lcpl. Payne while in the Marine Corps. I meet him in about May of 2000 when I got to Camp Pendleton. I just want to express my condonlences to the family and friends of Payne. He was a great person all around. I will keep him and his family in prayers. Rest in peace brother. Semper Fi!
August 17, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 16, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Payne and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Scott Smith
October 14, 2006
I am a former member of the 497th Trans. I had the honor of serving with SGT Payne during OIF I in Mosul, Iraq. He is a true hero and will always be in my heart. God Bless the Payne family.
October 10, 2006
To the family of: spc Rocky D. Payne I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. My heart cries out for you in your grief and you have my thoughts and prayers. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully we will all meet in Heaven one day where we will rest in the arms of Jesus. If you need prayer or need someone to talk to, please call or write my pastor: Rev. John Pearrell 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Polly Ballew Covington,Ga
Jose Palacios
September 27, 2006
Hi my name is lcpl. Palacios. I served with Rocky couple of years ago when he was in the marines.We where in camp Pendleton together, in the same unit. All I can say about Payne is he was a motivated, honorable, ane committed marine. My prayers go to his family and loved ones.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
August 23, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in pradise.
Garnet Jenkins
August 22, 2006
Remembering Sgt. Rocky D. Payne, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Service and Dedication to our Country and our Freedom.
Rest well and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and comfort, continue to be with the Payne
family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 15, 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 YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Jeff Barrick
May 17, 2006
to those whom may read this I am a soldier who is proud to say that I served with Sgt Payne in Iraq I didn't know him well until we got to Kewait as I was assigned to the "Fo Nasty" weeks prior to the deployment but Sgt Payne was a good fried of mine. when times got tough there he was with a smile on his face and a kind word for you. When asked when he wanted to go home on leave he replied "I'll go home when my mission is completed." he cared about his soldiers, and put us in front of himself he was a true soldier. His mission was cut short but he died doing somthing he blieved strongly in. this year when the anniversary of that horrible event came around we gathered around his plaque and had a moment of silence. We are getting ready to head back to Iraq for a second time and I know that a lot of us are taking some of Sgt Payne back with us, he taught me more than I taught him and for that I owe him a lot. in short thanks Sgt Payne there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of him and miss him, he's the only soldier I've ever shed a tear for.
Steven Young
March 28, 2006
Words can not express the deep sorrow that I feel for Sergeant Payne. As a Marine I was trained to give the ultimate sacrifice for my country, yet it was never demanded of me. However when I see those who have given all for the freedoms that we so often take for granted, I'm so grateful for their committment, but I'm heartbroken for their sacrifice. May God receive Sergeant Payne with a sharp salute, and open arms. Semper Fi.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 14, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Payne family in the loss of Rocky. I did not know Rocky, 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. Rocky on the 16th of this month it will be a year 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~
David Kerr
June 7, 2005
Dear Payne Family,
I happened to open the Salt Lake Tribune's Online edition from the U.S. Consulate in Lahore, Pakistan and noticed a picture of Ricky, my high school classmate, with your family at Rocky's funeral service. Like many have written, I am sure that our words of gratitude can not really temper your grief at the loss of your brave son. May God bless you in this difficult time and please accept our sincere gratitude for his and your ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Steven Thomas
May 31, 2005
I read the article in today's Tribune about your son,Rocky, and of your first Gold Star observance. This Memorial Day was also our first as a Gold Star family. As we have just experienced, no words are adequate to express our deep and heartfelt condolences over the loss of your dear son. May the Lord bless you and comfort you in the days and years ahead as you struggle to cope with your loss. Though we didn't know your son, we know of the stuff of which your son was made. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Steve and Debby Thomas
(father and step-mother of Sgt. Brandon Thomas, 19th Special Forces Group, Utah National Guard)
Andrew Hutzell
May 18, 2005
Dear Payne family. My name is Sgt. Hutzell and I am in the 497th Trans company, the same one as your son. I just wanted to tell you that we all miss him dearly. He was family to us and will always be thought of as family. I just want you all to know that you will be apart of our huge family also. We all loved Rocky. Thank you for raising a great son. May god bless you all.
Denise Pulley
April 1, 2005
Mere words could never express the sympathy we feel for the loss of your son/soldier. Please accept our heart-felt expression of gratitude for his service and ultimate sacrifice during this time of war. He was a true hero and you must be extremely proud. May God give you peace and comfort at this time. Paul and Denise Pulley & family
Andrew Anderson
March 31, 2005
As Rocky's high school buddy I feel compelled to write a few words about him. He was a great man and great friend. He was always there to cheer me up when times got rough. I remember his practical jokes and his smile the most. He would always sit next to me on the bus to Bridgerland and we would joke or talk about fixing cars and trucks. I am honored to know that he represented us in Iraq. There couldn't have been a better person to do it. He made the ultimate sacrifice for me and our country and for that I have been telling all of my friends and family all of the experiences I had with him. His memory will live on, it's the least I can do. I remember his quiet voice and his silly attitude. What a great guy....
To my friend Rocky, I hope to see you agian someday.
Susan Johnson
March 30, 2005
May God bless you in this time of sorrow and ease your pain. I did not know Spc. Payne, but I am grateful for his selfless sacrifice in the line of duty for all of us he never knew. He is a hero of our great nation!
Brian Miller
March 26, 2005
To whoever reads this: I did not know Rocky well. He was a couple years younger than I in high school. I did associate with his older brother Russel during my class activities.
The freedom I enjoy, today, is a bit richer and more meaningfull because of Rocky.
Years ago, in high school, he was a kid I saw every now and then in the hall. Maybe had football practice with. Maybe talked with a couple of times. Today and forever into the future he is one of my heros and will always hold a special place in my heart.
-Untill we meet again Rocky. Brian.
Velma Abbott
March 25, 2005
Dear Dennis & Marie;
I want to know that my thoughts our with you on this day in the death of your son. I never knew Rocky but I know that he was loved so much by his family and everyone around. I'm sorry that I can't make it but the boys were going to be there to repesent our family. May God watch over you during this time. Love Velma
Jennifer Abbott-Leverone
March 24, 2005
Aunt Marie & Uncle Dennis,
I wanted to let you know how sad I was to hear of Rocky's passing. I am so proud of him & have peace knowing he died doing something he loved & believed in. I am not able to make the trip home but please know you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Love Always...Your niece,
Jennifer Abbott Leverone
Bobbie Marken
March 24, 2005
My son is currently a member of the 497th Trans Company serving in Iraq. He spoke of Rocky and I know he will be missed by all his fellow soldiers. He will always be a hero to me for paying such a high price to make the world a better place. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless America
Bobbie Marken
JOHN ABBOTT
March 24, 2005
UNCLE DENNIS AUNT MARIE,
OUR HEARTS WERE FULL OF SADNESS,
AND VERY PROUD AT THE SAME TIME,
WE ARE SORRY WE CANNOT ATTENED THE SERVICE BUT LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING,BOTH OF YOU SOON,SOME OF THE MEMORYS I WILL ALWAYS HAVE OF SPENDING TIME ON THE FARM WITH THE BOYS AS A YOUNG BOY.MILKING MY FIRST GOAT,NOT LIKING THE TAST VERY MUCH.AND GATHERING EGGS,IN THE CHICKEN COOP.
OUR PRAYER&THOUTS GO OUT TO YOU.
LOVE THE ABBOTT FAMILY.
Del & Elaine Eddington
March 23, 2005
Dear Dennis and Marie,
It's been many years since we lived in Howell (1987-88) but we remember your family well. Our son, Richard, informed us of Rocky's death last week and we wish to express our condolences to your family. We have fond memories of living in Howell where our boys played baseball and went to school with Rocky and all the others. Or other son, John, is presently serving in the Navy aboard the USS Nimitz and is presently preparing for a second deployment to Iraq so we can relate with you in this way. Our prayers are with your family. We are grateful for the sacrifices being made by our military personnel--it is not a lost cause. May God bless you all.
March 23, 2005
Words cannot express the gratitude to you and your son, brother, for all your sacrifice for all of us. I pray that Heavenly Father will help you have the comfort you so deserve. Someday when my time comes to go on to the other side, I will put my arms around him and kiss his cheek, and tell him that we all love him so much for all he has done for so many around the world, his brothers and sisters. You must be so proud, so full of sorrow, but so proud. Bless you all.
The Geiger Family
March 23, 2005
We have loved ones serving overseas and understand the sacrifices and worrying that accompany each deployment. We are certain that the world is a better place for the life that Rocky lived, and his passing is a great loss for many who never had the privilege of knowing him, as well as those who did. Our deepest sympathies to your family.
Paul Ludlow
March 23, 2005
Condolences to your family and God's speed to Rocky. Truly we are a nation blessed to have these young men and women sacrificing to protect the lives and freedoms of others.
c. muhlestein
March 23, 2005
Although I do not know your family on a personal level, I thank you for the love of country & great integrity of your son. I hope you are able to be comforted by your sweetest memories of his life with your family and the greatest sacrifice one man can give for another. May God bless you all.
Cummings
March 23, 2005
My son is currently in bootcamp at Parris Island. The loss of your son has touched my heart and I am praying for your family. May you find peace knowing that Rocky is walking with the Lord in God's Beautiful Kingdom.
Shauni Stark
March 23, 2005
I was so sorrry to hear about your son. I did not know him, but the fact that he died while serving our country makes him a true hero. My fiancee leaves for Iraq in April, two days after our baby will be born. He will be home to visit on Saturday and wishes that he could be here to honor your son. His platoon sends their sympathies, the 115th Maintenance Co, out of Draper. May God Bless you all.
Janette Abbott Wright
March 23, 2005
Uncle Dennis and Aunt Marie,
Our hearts are filled with sorrow for Rocky's death. We know he is with God, but we know his loss creates an empty space in your hearts. We are very proud of him and of you as well. We love you all.
Janette Wright
March 23, 2005
Uncle Dennis and Aunt Marie,
Our hearts are filled with sorrow for Rocky's death. We know he is with God, but we know his loss creates an empty space in your hearts. We are very proud of him and of you as well. We love you all.
Teresa Bird
March 23, 2005
Rory, Lisa & Family:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. It is so hard to lose a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We wish you the best and know that you will reunite again one day.
Love, The Bird's
Teresa, Tyler, Julia & Colby
Lee & Bernice Allen
March 23, 2005
Dennis and Marie, Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at this time. Only those who have experienced this kind of loss can even begin to understand the heartache that is yours. But God understands, He gave his Son.
May the Lord Bless you and the Family... Lee & Bernice Allen
Garry Sampson
March 23, 2005
I did not know your son but wish to express my love and thanks to you and to him for giving his life that I may live free and enjoy the freedoms I enjoy. My Heavenly Father bless all of you in your time of sorrow.
Vickie Ray
March 23, 2005
I am thankful to Rocky for serving our great country and being such a humanitarian. I'm sure he will be missed greatly.
Even though I had never met Rocky I am compelled to show my gratitude to such a hero.
Vickie Ray
R. Glines
March 23, 2005
I don't know your beautiful son but I wanted to express how deeply sorry I am for your tremendous loss. How so very proud you must be of your son and the bravery he had to defend his country. How can Americans thank you for raising such a brave and loyal son? Thank you Sergeant Rocky Dennis Payne for your honor and bravery in defending our freedom. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers...
Scott & LaDawn Teuscher
March 23, 2005
We express our deepest condolences & heart felt sympathy to all the family. We have always thought so much of your family...we just want you to know of our love to each of you. May the lord be with you at this very diffcult time in your life....All our love The Teuscher Family... Scott, LaDawn & family
Norm & Diana Coleman
March 23, 2005
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Payne,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. This is a loss for more than just your family, it is a loss for the many friends, community and for the world, but the greatest loss will be yours. I pray that God will bless and comfort you during this difficult time. God Bless you.
With deepest sympathy,
Norm & Diana Coleman
Chris and Jolie McGrath
March 23, 2005
We are so saddened by the loss of Rocky. Chris was in the Marine Corps with him, and was a dear friend. We knew Rocky well, and are sorry for what has happened. He was a very intelligent and devoted young man. He has made us proud to have known him, and he will not be forgotten.
Mike O'Donnell
March 22, 2005
We are so sorry to hear about Rocky. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of the Payne family. We love you and pray that our Heavenly Father will help you during this tough time.
Love,
Mike & Kelly O'Donnell and Family
Jeanette Northrop
March 22, 2005
Dennis and Marie,
I am very sorry for your loss. Even though I only knew him as a child, I know he was a great man. I takes a very special person to do what he did, to want to serve his Country and to help others that they might have the rights and freedoms we have here. I know you must be very proud of your son, may the Lord bless you and comfort you during your time of need. You are in our prayers, Love Jeanette
Jaida Brown
March 20, 2005
Marie and Dennis,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine going through such pain. You to are heros too. With Love
Jaida Brown
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