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Memories and Condolences
for Aaron Hudson
Zachary Thomson
May 26, 2024
We were in in Basic 19 years ago today. Miss you Brother.
James Aquino
July 5, 2017
Miss you Aaron. Thank you for giving everything. So very much. With Love
Brooke
December 14, 2013
hey cus,
We still miss you everyday. I wish you were here to see our family now. We have Silas and baby girl due in February. Silas is you, if I could imagine you as a three year old. ha.
Matt and lindsie have Lakenator. baby boy McKenzie is due in April.
Lakenator and silas are good little boys but I can't wait to see them as big brothers.
love you!
Lori Keller
November 11, 2013
Aaron,
Thinking of you on this Veteran's Day. You are loved and missed.
September 29, 2013
In memory and honor of Aaron Hudson. We will always be grateful to you for your service and sacrifice.
October 22, 2012
Just thinking of you Aaron. Love you
Aaron and Great Grandparents Christmas 2004
Annette Hudson
May 25, 2012
Aaron Iraq 2005
Annette Hudson
May 25, 2012
Peggy Childers
April 16, 2012
To the family and friends of Pvt. Aaron M. Hudson:
Always remembering Aaron. "Some gave all."
Brothers in Arms: Friends through life and death
Sarah Martin
April 16, 2012
Aaron: I still can't believe it's been 7 years, since you've been gone. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. We came to visit you last summer, and got to visit with your family. We are amazed at the strength that have showed in light of your absence. We also go to meet Silas for the first time. He was amazing! I only can imagine all of the things you would have taught him! When we were visiting, I asked you for a favor. Thank you, because I feel you in our marriage and our life together. Thank you for watching out for us.
Mark, Annette, Lezlie, John, and Silas: Mike and I are thinking of you all today, and praying to find the strength to celebrate Aaron's life rather than mourning his death. We are so blessed to have you in our lives. Having you in our lives gives us comfort on days like today, and helps to fill the void left by Aaron's absence.
Mac Matthews
April 16, 2012
Aaron,
Today is a very hard day for us all. It has been 7 years, and not a day goes by that I do not think about you. You gave your life for the freedom we can enjoy, and for that I am grateful.
I can still hear your impersonation of napoleon dynamite and laugh every time. We miss you!
Katie Finch
April 11, 2012
Aaron, Thank you for your service to our Country. As we come up on 10 years since Graduation, I can't help but to think of you in this moment. So sad and you are truley missed
Peggy Childers
April 16, 2011
To the family and friends of Pvt. Aaron M. Hudson:
Please accept my remembrance of Aaron on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
April 5, 2011
Hey Cous!
I know you know you're an uncle now! When Silas (Aaron) was born, I'm sure you and God had a hand in making sure he was going to be alright after he was born too early. He's almost a year old now, and he's big and strong and the apple of all our eyes. You would not believe what a breath of fresh air this baby boy is for our family. There's not a bad thing I can say about Silas, he's the most precious little man in the world. Lezlie makes being a mom look so graceful and natural. I wish you could see for yourself how happy Silas has made Lezlie and Jonathan and Annette and Mark.
We miss you so much and think about you everyday. We will continue to keep your memory alive always, not only for our sakes, but also so Silas grows up knowing who his Uncle Aaron was and that he shares part of his name with one of the most honorable men I've known.
Love Always,
B
L Neal
April 4, 2011
To the family of Pvt. Aaron M. Hudson:
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.
Sarah & Mike Martin
April 16, 2010
Here we are again. I can't believe it's been 5 years now. We keep your picture in a frame on our mantle and we see it everyday. We've tried to keep you in our lives, and we're still holding on. We miss you so much; your smile, your laugh, your sense of humor, and the wonderful friendships that you gave us all. Rest in Peace, Aaron. We will always love you. We'll see you on the other side
Peggy Childers
April 16, 2010
To the family and friends of Pvt. Aaron M. Hudson:
Remembering Aaron 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
Kenna Larra
June 30, 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 1,600 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
Don Barlow
May 22, 2009
Aaron
I see your picture from your memorial service every day posted on my refrigerator along with those of my family. I see your smile and pause to think about how your sacrifice means even more in these uncertain times. I can only imagine the pain and the pride of your parents. Just know there are many of us in the community who will always hold you and your family in our hearts and be forever grateful.
Peggy Childers
April 16, 2009
To the family of Pvt. Aaron M. Hudson:
Aaron 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
Sarah Martin (Schnakenberg)
December 23, 2008
Hey Aaron, It's me again. It's been quite some time since I was on here, but I wanted to make sure you knew that we still miss you dearly. Not a day goes by that Mike and I don't think of you. We laugh, we cry, and we carry on, simply because we know we must. But we will see you again someday, and until then we pray that you're in heaven looking down and guarding us.
Gunfighter 7 SGM Sean Rowe
June 19, 2008
Buddy I still can’t muster the personal and emotional courage needed to make an entry in this book that captures how I feel about losing you. I stopped by to visit with you last year when I was in town. Didn’t bother your parents…holiday season and all. My oldest son is in the Army now…he’ll be down range by OCT. Keep an eye on him for me and his momma.
John Machado
June 3, 2008
Your service lives on in the hearts of us all. May your heroic duty serve to heal the hearts that mourn you and give perspective and grace to the rest of us as we struggle. As the light of a candle does not know on whom it will shine, your service lives on in ways you could not know. I told my 8-year old daughter about a great hero today.
May 3, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pvt Hudson!
Joshua SGT Holland
April 26, 2008
Aaron its been to long man, you know its weird it seems like only yesterday you were running around in the barracks or at the motor pool just having a blast... Know that we miss you and that your family has always been in are prayers and will always be. Thankyou for always watching over us and giving us the strength to continue to fight for what is right. Take care my brother and know you will never be forgotten!
In Memory of Aaron ( Debra Estep )
April 16, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
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”
Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of an
Angel and soldier drawing.
I did not know Aaron, but I am remembering on
this day he gave his all.
He is my hero.
My airmen Vincent was born in the same year as Aaron 1984, just a few months later. Vince is now stationed in your home state at
Lackland AFB. He was in Iraq in 2003.
Sincerely,
Debra Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
The Other Side
(Beautiful song to share)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Kendrick Lusk
April 15, 2008
Well here goes I am finally up to it it's been three long years since that day....a day that I will never forget and has had a resounding effect on everything I do the rest of my life...I was there and remember every second...Aaron I Pray daily that I would live up to the sacrifice you paid for me and the rest of that Squad...I visited briefly with your family before I left Texas and as well as your burial site…I continue to Pray for those other Gunfighters past and present that are currently in harms way….I just hope that I live to your Sacrifice
Gunfighter 6 (OIF 04-06)
Aaron and me when my dad and step-mom were married. Isn't he a cutie!!!
April 11, 2008
Shawn Heflin
February 2, 2008
Aaron,
We miss you man. I just wanted to let you know that there is not a day that goes by I dont think about you. This soldier is one of the best. I remember that day and the days that followed there was not a dry eye in the whole company but somehow when we thought about you we couldnt help but smile and remember that you wanted us to laugh and be happy so that is what we tried to do. We all lost a brother, friend, and a true American soldier that day but what we gained is strength from you, the strength to finish the mission. That is what I have taken from this whole thing, the strength to finish my personal missions in life. Once again thank you.
Until we meet again brother.
Reyes Gomez
November 15, 2007
Prayer for the living and those that have passed………
Oh Great Usen he walks with you now
Oh Great Spirit be with us always and give us strength
Let our prayers be heard, felt and shared
Heal our pain but do not let us forget
The smiles, the laughter, the good times
Let my Family be our strength and
Let those who have gone before us hear our prayers
That they remain by our side always and
That we remember them always
When we feel the wind and see the sun rise
And on the moonlit night when you hear
The silence or the Night Eagle (Owl) calling
And there among the stars and beyond
Let us one day see them and you Great Spirit
Let our faith in you be our strength
Oh Great Spirit be with us always
Written by: Reyes Gomez (Itsa Tl'ee)
Brooke McKenzie
October 20, 2007
Aaron,
I miss you and love you and I hope that I'm making you and everyone else up there proud. I think about you every day, and I just want you to know that I haven't forgotten anything and that as time goes by I miss you even more. Please keep watching over us all. I love you!
Hook 'em Horns!!
~Brooke
Chance Crider
September 26, 2007
I'm so sorry Aaron; for everything. I love You and miss you everday.
Mac Matthews
September 24, 2007
Hey Bro!
Well I'm Back over here again. So far its been four LONG months! We have taken 4 deaths. I know you are still up there looking down on us. I really miss you man. I have been thinking a lot about you lately. I still remember you're smile. One time sticks out in my mind more than anything. Your team was rolling out with my Sq for the day. SSG Elpers told you, "You cant wear the patrol cap with the IBA" I still remember your smile as you laughed at him. I miss you bro!
August 16, 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 Pvt Hudson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Chance Crider
June 2, 2007
A-Hud I've been thinking about you a lot; mostly because your B-Day as well as other pertenant dates. For some reason they didn't publish a message I tried to leave a week ago. Anyway, The Horns look like they could run the table this year. I will always love and miss you Aaron. I also send my prayers and love to The Hudson Family.
John
May 21, 2007
To the entire Hudson family I just wanted to say God bless you...Our son is over there now with the 401st and although he didn't know Aaron he has mentioned him to us and asked us to say a prayer for his family and friends.
Mike Hernandez
May 9, 2007
Aaron,
It seems just like yesterday that you and your crew were building up new ASV tires for your next convoy. Sometimes I still sit here laughing as I watched you guys struggle for hours on end. I just wish that very next day your crew would have been in the ASV. I know things happen for a reason and that God had better plans for you. I have visited you in Fort Worth and words can't express the grief I felt for you and your loved ones. We never really new eachother that well but your actions brought an entire battalion closer as brothers and sisters in arms. Thank you for watching over us all and getting us home safe. I now work as a police officer in Lewisville, just around the corner from your mom and dad. I have never worked up enough courage to contact them yet. You had many many people in our unit that loved you deeply and will ever be greatful for your sacrafice. God bless bro!!
Era Lee Caldwell
April 16, 2007
I've been thinking about all of you so much. Aaron......Gayle's birthday . . . Lois & Ed. . . I hope to see you all soon.
Love,
Era Lee
Garnet Jenkins
April 16, 2007
In Remembrance of this Fine Young Soldier, Pvt. Aaron M. Hudson, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A multitude of Thanks to Aaron and his family, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 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
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers Aaron's Sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
Brooke McKenzie
November 18, 2006
Hey Cous,
Lezlie and Jonathan got married! The wedding was picture perfect, almost magical. Even though you were not there in the flesh, I believe that most of the magic of the day was you shining down all of your love and pride on Lezlie, Mark and Annette. Lezlie was beautiful, elegant, and full of joy. She, as well as Mark and Annette glowed; it was the happiest I've ever seen them. I know in my heart that you, Papa, and Granny had a hand in making the day like something out of a storybook. Your absence was unavoidable but your spirt was undeniably existent.
I love you and I miss you. Thank you for watching over all of us.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas. I hope they have dirt and banana pudding up there for you. Whether you like it or not though, I'm betting you will definitely have mexican wedding cake this year.
Oh, I almost forgot to tell you thanks for helping me get an A on my first College English paper. I chose to write about you, my hero. And it wasn't a tearjerker as some might suspect; I prefer to think of it as a light-hearted narrative. I'm glad I have such an outstanding and honorable cousin.
Until next time, much love from myself, and the rest of your family and friends that miss you more than you could ever imagine.
Love,
Brooke
Chad Lindsly
September 27, 2006
To the Hudson family,
My fingers type with hesitation that I find the appropriate words to display my condolences for the loss of such a brave young man. I knew Aaron only in passing in highschool (I was a senior and he was a freshman) but even to this day it is hard to forget his ear to ear smile that lit even the darkest of days. I mourn for your loss and have since i heard the news. I weep for all those who have suffered the greatest loss and hope that someday I can live up to the standards that these young men and women have set so high. To the parents of Aaron and his sister Lezlie and all those affected by this tradegy, know that Oregon's grounds are wet from tears from the heavens where Aaron's smile lights through the dark clouds and gives us strength to know that we do what we have to do, and ask questions later. Thank you.
Charles Robertson
September 22, 2006
Aaron, you know that Ryan, Mikey and I are back in Iraq. We know you're looking out for us, bro. Even though this deployment is no fun, I wish you were here with us. I know you would hate it just as much as we do, but I also know that it would be way more fun with you here. Ryan, Mikey and I are staying close to each other. We're all brothers. Your brothers. Miss you man.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 12, 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
Ricky Arnott
June 7, 2006
aaron,
I just want you to know how much of an honor it was to know you. me, you, and jaco used to have a blast together in high school. ill never forget you and him fighting over megan occonell junior year. I am glad I got to see you at the axe game before you left for iraq. I called and said how greatful and proud I was of you for what you were doing for me and everyone else. god bless bro. HOOK'EM.
Charles Robertson
April 13, 2006
It is almost a year to the date. It could have been yesterday because everything is still vivid in my head. This is harder than I thought. I thought this was something you just have to go through being a soldier. Something that you would face on your way to becoming a man. I was wrong. To this day, not a moment goes by in life where I don't think about that convoy in April. How things could be different. What we could have done better. I miss you man. I think about all the plans we all made for this summer. All the things we all said we would do. It's just harder than I thought. I'm going to go to the cemetary Sunday. Can you believe that I am a little bit afraid? I'm not sure what to do or say. I know if you were here you would probably laugh at me. Some things don't change, huh? I miss you, man. I just wanted to write to say that.
Carlos Hernandez
February 18, 2006
Aaron I miss you so much. It really hurt to see your family at the homecoming for us. The look on their face wishing you would be running with us inside the gym. Everything happens for a reason, it just sucks that GOD had to take you from us. I know for a fact that we all came back safe because you were watching over us. I love you and please continue to watch over us. I will always pray for your family and for you.
Brooke McKenzie
December 24, 2005
Hey cous,
I've attempted to write you a couple of times on this site, but everytime I do I can never put into words what it is I want to tell you. So much has happend since you left, but tonight while doing our christmas thing with mom's side of the family my thoughts kept coming back to you. We did that Chinese gift exchange again like last year but I had completely forgotten about it. Probably because the only thing I remember about it last year was I sat by you and you kept kidding with me about which present I should pick out and you were trying to get one of the Bevo ornaments. I remember that I kept taking mental notes about what a great man you had become and how mature you were. The thing that sticks out the most in my mind is how you had Uncle Mark's sense of humor. I remember your laugh and your smile and I can somewhat recall a certain facial expression you would make when your eyes would open wide and your lips would press together, its hard to explain that face you would make but I can see it in my head.
Tonight there was only one Bevo ornament and I got it. And speaking of Bevo this has been the Longhorn's year, undefeated Big 12 Champs and we're going to the National Championship against USC. It's a bit of a bummer that you're missing it here on earth, but I like to think that Papa and you watching every game and are as excited as I am. Well enough about football. Tomorrow before we do Chrismas at Nana and Grandpa's Mom, dad, and me are going to visit you and I'm going to give you the Bevo ornament from the gift exchange.
Jonathan and Lezlie are engaged, all of us have known he was the one for her it was just a matter of time. Even good ole grandmother knew it last Thanksgiving when the whole family met him for the first time. She let everyone know what she thought about him (after Lezlie and him left of course) the way that only Grandmother does. I know that you liked Jonathan and he got your approval and its really painful to think of you not being here right now and I know its going to be oh so bittersweet when she walks down the aisle and her brother won't be there. In a way, its a small blessing that Jonathan asked Lezlie to marry him right now. It helps to have something to get excited about when its christmas and you aren't here. We all miss you so. You and I were never that close, not as close as you matt and michael. I was always too young to play with you three, but I looked up to you and my brothers and I wanted to be just like you and do the things you did.
I still look up to you and I want to be just like you someday. A strong, brave, charismatic, courageous, giving, funny, and good hearted person. I'm only sixteen and I know I've got a long way to go and a lot of things to learn and experience but I also know that you have taught me so many lessons in life and love and about the kind of person I want to be already. You were one of a kind and as corney as this might sound, you are and will forever be my hero. You touched so many people and it really does bite the big one that you had such a short life. I believe that says more about your character that you were able to affect and impact so many people and have a part in making this world a better place in such a short amount of time. You were special; I feel blessed for having the oppurtunity to have known you, even if you weren't here for long, and I'm especially proud to call you my cousin.
Era Lee Caldwell
December 24, 2005
I woke up this morning with your whole family on my mind and just felt compelled to come sit down at my computer. I wanted to let all of you know that you are on my mind and in my prayers every single day. I know the holidays are a hard time for you, but just fill your hearts with love for each other and warm wonderful memories of Aaron (and Gayle & Ronald) - and the true meaning of Christmas,and you will get through each day a little stronger.
Love to you all. . . . .
Brigitte Hudson
December 23, 2005
Oh- Aaron! We just returned from the 401st "welcome home" gathering at Ft. Hood. It was so bitter sweet. We miss you so much and so desperately wanted you to run thru those doors with your fellow soldiers. I was so happy that they were safe and still sad for our own loss. It really helped meeting and hugging them as they are the closest thing we can have to you. After meeting them and hearing stories, we know why you really loved what you were doing and the people you worked with daily. WE ARE and always will be SO proud of you and all of your comrads. I know that God has a plan, yet it still doesn't change that selfish fact that we wish you were still here. The boys are so young and we talk about you often and what happened. I want them to always remember who you were and what you stood to represent. i just know you are getting the biggest kick out of seeing them grow and the trouble they are getting into. They pray for your soliders nightly- I know you are grinning ear to ear when you hear it. Your death has impacted our lives in our daily living and puts everything into perspective. You never know when it may be the last time you may get to speak, see or hug your loved one. Knowing that you are watching over us from above is comforting.- Until we see each other again- WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH And ARE SO PROUD TO BE YOUR AUNT and UNCLE-Brigitte and Lance
Q Madp
December 17, 2005
Thank you for serving this great country of ours. Thank you for what you have given us all.
I will not forget and it's my mission to remind all of who you are and what you have done for us.
Iraq War Heroes
Don't Let the Memory Of Them Drift Away
Ashley Mankins
November 15, 2005
Aaron,
I love you and miss you so much. We werent very close but that never changed the way I felt about you. I would always ask Granny Stella how you were and when you guys were coming to bogata. I always wanted to be closer to you. Although I dont remember much about my younger childhood I do remember that me, you, matt, and michael were all pretty close. I remember when Dad and Karen were married you caught the garder and I caught the flowers. :)
When I got the news I couldnt breath. I wanted it to be a dream. I wished and prayed that it was a misunderstanding. I wanted it all to go away. But it was real. When Dad and I got to your house and saw your parents I knew it was real. It hurt so much to see them that way. But they were and still are so proud of you and proud to be your parents. I am very proud of what you did here on this earth both here in TX and over in Iraq. Just by looking at this site I have seen how many lives you touched. You will always be loved and missed.
Love you Aaron,
Your cousin
Charles Robertson
October 30, 2005
I met Aaron the first day of basic training. We were in the same platoon. At first we didn't like each other. We both had the best way to do things. Over time we began to realize that we were at odds because we were a lot alike. We both got stationed at Ft. Hood, TX. I remember laughing at him because he joined the Army to see the world and he got stationed 4 hours from his house. When we got to hood I was always hanging out in his room. We played Tiger Woods golf non-stop for about two weeks (and ate homemade brownies from his house).
When we go to Iraq I was moved from my platoon and into his. We got in the same squad and the good times rolled. I remember around March me and Aaron would yell "spring break" at the Iraqis and wave as we drove around Baghdad. They would yell it back even though they had no idea what it meant.
Bro, I will never forget April 16. The events are burned into my memory forever. Hearing that boom and looking back, man, it was like yesterday. I won't ever forget you and the good times we had. I consider myself fortunate to have known you here on Earth and been with you until we put you on the dust off. Watch over us Hud because you know we ain't done yet. I'll tell your parents how much you looked up to them. God rest your soul. -Rob
Chance Crider
October 19, 2005
I first met Aaron on the first day of school in the third grade. It was my first day in a new place, and I didn't know anybody, so Aaron let me play wallball with him and his friends at recess. As we both grew older, Aaron became one of my closest and best friends. There isn't a single day that goes by that I don't think about Aaron. That goofy grin he would shoot you to make you feel better, the pickle, his playful personality; thousands of images and memories fill my head. I always end up thinking of the Hudson family, and how incredibly difficult something like this would be to deal with. I keep the Hudson's in my thoughts and prayers; particularly Mark, Annette, and Leslie. The last time I saw and spoke with Aaron was in the fall of 2004. He was eager and excited to go to Iraq, and assured me he would be careful and would be back in Texas beore to long. Never once did it cross my mind that he might not return. Once, he rolled his truck three or four times, and crawled out without a scratch on him. This was Aaron, I thought, he can't get in to to much trouble. I was later told by his Father, Aaron's last words were questioning the safety of the rest of his unit. That simple question says so much about the character and the man Aaron Hudson was. Aaron was the best friend anybody could ever have. Love you and miss you.
Chance
Jordan Shelton
September 22, 2005
I never really knew Aaron very good, but my brother and him were friends since middle school, well actually, I think elementary school. Aaron was a funny and smart man. His family should be proud of him. I know I am. He was my hero, he fought against terrorism, and paid the ultament price. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends. I hope Aaron's family is doing well, and i wish them good luck for any challenges ahead.
Courtney Pry
September 17, 2005
Its hard to find words to express how I feel. I think its mostly just plain sad. I'm sad that you weren't givin the chance to do the things that you wanted to do when you were done serving, but at the same time I don't know anyone else that I am more proud of. I have to tell you, when we met freshman year in health class, I never would have thought that this would be the way our relationship would end. You and I gave eachother hell dating on and off for 5 years before we finally got our act together :) I miss you so much. I always looked up to you (though I never told you that) and I always wondered how you became the smart, strong person that you were. Now that I've spent so much time with your family, I understand where you got it from. It can't be said enough how proud everyone is of you. You've brought together alot of people in your passing and I know, personally, taught everyone quite a few tough life lessons. I think the most memorable thing about you is your smile. That goofy, ear to ear grin. Everyday when I think of you, thats the first thing that pops into my mind. I wouldn't trade in all the arguments and petty bickering over things that I can't even remember now because I think thats what made our relationship so strong in the end. We actually succeeded in running out of things to argue about, which anyone who knew you would admit that is an almost impossible task:) I can honestly say that our last months together before you were deployed was the happiest time of my life and the only person I have to thank for that is you, and the wonderful family that raised you. I miss my boyfriend, but more so, I miss my best friend. You were the only person who I could talk to until 5 a.m. about anything at all. You touched every single person who knew you in one way or another and anyone would agree that it takes a special person to pull that off. I was so proud to be your girlfriend at your funeral because I finally understod the impact that you left. When someone you love passes away, you hear alot of "It was God's will" or "God has a plan for us all" and while I do believe that, even more so now, It doesn't make the process any easier. I was at work one day and my boss looked at me and said "God picks his flowers when they're the prettiest" and thats what I believe he did with you. For some reason that phrase just made sense to me. You had more life knowledge, maturity, courage, and spirit than anyone I've ever met. I admired that so much because I think thats what people strive for on a daily basis, and you already had it. I think that God felt that maybe you had it all down so you didn't need to be here anymore and could do a better job of protecting and giving strength to us all by joining Him. I know that because I feel you with me every day and I think things through more so now than before. I hope that you help change everyone's life for the better the way you did mine. I know I don't have to ask you to look over anyone because you always looked out for EVERYONE. Thats why you made such a great, dedicated soldier. I miss you more than anyone will ever know and love you just as much. You will always be with me, and everyone else who let you into thier life. Til we meet again one day...
Love always,
Court
Vanessa SWINDELL
August 12, 2005
Mark, Annette and Lezlie,
I have been thinking about ya'll almost everyday since the news about Aaron. I know you are still grieving and so am I. Everytime I start thinking about him I start crying. I miss him from this earth, but I grieve for you and YOUR loss. There are no words that I could ever say to comfort you. I love you and want you to know we all loved Aaron. God Bless You for the rest of your lives until you see him again.
Love, Vanessa and Jackie
Jared Yozbashi
August 9, 2005
My thoughts and Prayers go out to the entire Hudson family. I knew Aaron through the Army. We went through basic training together. In fact,I left on the same bus with him when we left the MEPS Building out of Dallas, and flew out of DFW Airport as well. Aaron seemed to be very proud and excited to serve his country. When we arrived in St. Louis all of us took another bus to FT. Leonardwood, MS. I remember getting off the bus and looking at Aaron's face. He looked so scared. So did I! Furthermore, Aaron and I ended up sleeping in the same barricks at the processing station. In fact,we slept on bunk beds. I slept on the top bunk,and Aaron slept on the bottom bunk. In addition,I would always go to the mess hall with Aaron and eat together,and talk about many topics. I just have many wonderful memories, when I think about Aaron. I will always remember his smile, and the way he would always cheer us up. He was a brave soldier, and terrific friend. I think about him everyday and thank god that I had the chance to meet such a incredible person. I will never forget him. I love ya man...!!
bridgette richardson
July 26, 2005
I didn't know you but would like to thank/honor you for the job you were given. you and your family are in my prayers!
PFC Joshua Zadow
June 28, 2005
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My parents and Sgt. Herzner both called me told me and I feel horrible. I have been in the field so I just now heard the news. I knew Aaron since middle school. He was a great person and a wonderful friend to have. The thing I remember most about him is his smile. He was always smiling, no matter what was going on. Aaron and I actually joined the military through Sgt. Herzner. He left for basic training about one week before me. Since hearing of the incident you and Aaron have been in my prayers. I am a medic in 2/9 Cav, 4th ID, out of Ft. Carson. We are about to be deployed to Iraq somewhere around Bahgdad. I will be thinking about Aaron and all of you while I am over there. Once again, I am sorry and I will keep praying for ya'll.
God Bless
Fort Leonard Wood, MO September 2004
June 14, 2005
Abby Saladino (Scheele)
May 27, 2005
I knew Arron. We made the front of your house on D.T. our bus stop. He was always a good kid. I mostly hung out with him in middle school. But he was always genuine and kind. I am now married to a sailor in the U.S Navy who also went to Marcus High and we pray for you all.He is a hero and we are all greatful. You all are in our prayers.
Frank & Cathy Gottuso
May 22, 2005
To the family of Pvt. Hudson. We thank your son for giving the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We too were a military family and the love and connection amongst our own never leaves no matter how many years pass. Aaron gave his all for us. John 15:13. Our prayers are with each and everyone who has lost a precious son or daughter and to those who are serving.
Ryan Jaco
May 19, 2005
Aaron Hudson was my best friend growing up in Flower Mound. We shared many great memories together on the golf course, soccer field, and classroom. I can still remember the first time I met Aaron. He was playing for the Lewisville Hawks and I was playing for the Dallas Texans. He was so damn fast and no one on our team could stop him. He talked a bunch of trash, so no one on our team like him. Funny thing was, he was a member of our team the next year. Aaron and I played varsity sports together at Marcus High School. We were both apart of the soccer and golf team. Aaron and I are good friends and will stay that way forever. I grieve for Mark, Annette, and Leslie and my prayers are always with you. Aaron was never scared of anything and told me he was not scared to go to war and fight for his country. Aaron is the bravest man I have ever met and I look up to him. Love ya man!!
Ryan Jaco
Kellee Grube
May 3, 2005
Although I did not know Aaron, I too went to Marcus. I graduated with the class of 2004 and was married 6 months ago to a US Navy Sailor.
I am so sorry for your loss. And thanks to your son for his bravery, commitment and service to our great country. May God be with you in your time of sorrow.
Vicki Manley
April 27, 2005
Aaron's family ~
My son is serving with the 401st Co out of Fort Hood in Baghdad. While Brett is not stationed at the same base as your son, he and his friends knew Aaron. They are all saddened by this loss and feel your sorrow. As a parent, my heart and prayers go out to you at this time. We appreciate your son's sacrifice in this effort to provide a better life for the people of Iraq.
Mike Mitchell
April 26, 2005
Dear Hudson Family,
My name is Mike Mitchell and you do not know who I am, but I played on the golf team with Aaron in 9th grade until I was transfered to FMHS. We continued to play together, and I honestly say that he was one of the better human beings that I had the pleasure of meeting. I send all of my prayers to you. I am also in the military and await my commission in 2006. I only wish that God wraps his Almighty Hands around you and your family. I pray that He will comfort you through this tough time. All I can give you is one of my all time favorite verses, 2 Chronicles 32:7. I know you will be showered with prayer and support and I give you all that I have, to a fellow service member I salute Aaron for paying the ultimate sacrifice for all of us back at home. Once again, I send all of my prayers to you, and will continue to lift you up everyday. From the times I spent with Aaron I know that he is with our Savior rejoicing and waiting to be re-united with you once again. Anything or other support I can give I would be honored to do so. Hooah!
Mike
Dinah and Gayland Rushing
April 26, 2005
Annette, Mark and Leslie, We were so sadden to hear about the lost of your son Aaron and brother. Hershal called us tonight and told us. If we would have known in time we would have been there. I always loved your Mom and Dad and I know they rejoice in Heaven seeing that grandson they were so proud. We never know what life will give us but our faith and his grace will carry us during this time of pain.
Your heart seems to be broken but you will heal in time. Never stop remembering those special moment in his life and share him with others. He is gone but will never be forgotten because of your love. I remember when he was born. Peace be with you. Dinah and Gayland Rushing
Jeff & Andrea McKenzie
April 25, 2005
Aaron, was our nephew and we are so proud of his service to our country. He will be deeply missed. We have been in awe of the prayers and support shown to our family during this diffcult time. Aaron's life was short lived but he touched so many with his smile and loving way. We will forever miss him.
MOLLIE WILLIAMS
April 25, 2005
All of us in Bogata grieve with you. We are praying for you. May God put His great big loving arms around you and hold you close. We thank God for Aaron's service.
Era Lee Caldwell
April 25, 2005
Mark & Annette, my precious friends . . .
I am happy I got to see how excited Aaron was last year about becoming a Soldier. I know your loss feels almost unbearable now, but you can be so very proud of him and you have beautiful memories.
All the prayers you have received will keep you strong.
And I know your mother and daddy have their arms around Aaron at this moment.
I love you both.
Era Lee
Vicky Norwood
April 25, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of a child is never easy no matter the age. I found this in December when I also lost a son.
Vicky Norwood
Kevin Farley
April 24, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult time of your life. As a veteran myself, I'm certain that Aaron was honored to give all he had so that each of us could continue to be free. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Karen Podella
April 24, 2005
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Thank you for allowing your son to serve our country in the fight for freedom!
William & Susan Tippett
April 24, 2005
Our thought and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May we always remember those who were lost fighting for us back home. God Bless you and your family!!
Connie Feikes
April 23, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you...every single day there are sad stories that I read. Today it was about a young girl in our area that was just 18 and in Iraq. Its so completely sad. I cannot imagine the pain and grief you must be feeling. God bless....XXOO Connie
Linda Abramowitz
April 23, 2005
I am a Newtwork Wahm. Read about your loss with an email from Karen.
I sat and cried for you the family.
For the loss of a child. How it must affect you, yet he gave his all for us to live in freedom. What an honor for a family and us as a nation.
For his pain & suffering and now yours. I will bow my head. Sending you my prayer. Also my blessing. Tears will flow. And my hands will reach and hug you all. If not only through this book. You are all heros. To give all you have for my freedom. God Bless You All.
Rebecca White
April 23, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. I would like to thank your son for serving his country and giving his life so we could have a life of freedom. My prayers and thougths are with your family
Nathan Merritt
April 23, 2005
We all feel a loss and void at this time. We've lost a brave patiotic man who chose to fight to preserve the freedom we all enjoy. There are no words I can say to stop the hurt you all feel, but I am praying, thanking God for such brave young man, asking that He comfort and strengthen each one of you.
King Solomon observed in
Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 (niv)
There is a time for everything,
And a season for every activity under heaven:
A time to be born and a time to die,
A time to plant and a time to uproot,
A time to kill and a time to heal,
A time to tear down and a time to build,
A time to weep and a time to laugh,
A time to mourn and a time to dance.
We mourn with you at this time, and I pray that in time, we will laugh and dance with you. There will be a place in time when you can look back with pride and know what a proud, gallant, warrior you raised. You did a wonderful job, and so did Aaron.
LeAnn Kirsch
April 23, 2005
I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss of Aaron. You can tell by his picture what a sweet nice boy he was. Please know his sacrifice and service will not be forgotten. Hugs,
LeAnn
Clint and Summer Swindell
April 22, 2005
Mr. and Mrs. Hudson and Leslie,
We want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Aaron was a wonderful young man who has given his life for us. For that we will forever be in debt to you and your family. You are in our prayers and Hope that one day your pain will ease. If there is anything you should ever need please feel free to let us know. We love you all.
Marilyn James
April 22, 2005
As a veteran it is hard for me to hear about all of the losses. I believe, when you make it to heaven you receive a "special" reward. The crown of glory for fighting the good fight in honor of God. I salute you Aaron Mark Hudson.
signed,
a fellow Veteran
Sheryn Jones
April 22, 2005
All of us who live next door, down the street and across the country are thinking of you and your son's sacrifice. Your son and others like him make this country great and make those of us who stay home, a proud and grateful nation.
Terri Farley
April 22, 2005
Annette,
Oh my dear word!! The sadness that I felt when my sister (Karen) notified me about your loss, has been really deep. There are so many things that I could say to you in hopes of making you feel alittle better.....but I know this would not heal the hurt. What I can say is thank you to Aaron for giving his life to save all of the rest of us. It doesn't seem fair for you to loose a part of your heart.........
My thoughts are deeply with you right now.
Terri Farley Camp
Debra
April 22, 2005
My heart goes out to you. May my prayers and thoughts be with.
Greg & Lynda Johnson
April 22, 2005
We were so sorry to hear the news of your loss of Aaron. We will always remember him and his competitive spirit. He and Kristofor played alot of soccer after school and always challenging each other one on one to be better. Kristofor was deeply saddened when he heard the news about Aaron on Monday evening. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. May you find peace. The Johnson Family
Kellie Miller
April 21, 2005
Dear Hudson Family,
My prayers are with you at this time. I am saddend by the news of your son and I am thankful for all that he has done for this country to keep us safe and away from harm.
I have a son in law in the military here in San Diego and I also come from a military family. I know the heartache and joy that comes from having a family member being in the military.
My heart goes out to you.
Kellie Miller
San Diego
Kelly Gustafson
April 21, 2005
My heart and prayers go out to you and yours. Thank you for giving up THE biggest sacrifice a Mother can give for the country!! Please know that your Son will never ever be forgotten!!
Soldiers Wife
April 21, 2005
I am saddened by the loss of your dear family member. I SO appreciate the sacrifice that your son AND your family have made to insure that me AND my family can continue to live with the freedoms that we have. Bless you and keep you in this tragic time in your life. Your sons service to this country will not be forgotten.
Sincerely,
From the wife of a deployed soldier serving with the 330th ROC
Kay Schnack
April 21, 2005
I wanted to let you know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I can not imagine the loss of a child.. I know it has to be the worst ever. Please know that people across America say thank you to all the men and women that keep us free. Aaron is a hero to people he doesnt even know.
God bless you
Kay
Natalie McHenry & Family
April 21, 2005
Thank you for serving our country in the fight for freedom & democracy.
Dawn Busch
April 21, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. Your son was a hero in our eyes.
Blessings,
Dawn
Jody Farley
April 21, 2005
Annette~
Not sure if you would remember me or not. I'm Karen & Terri's Mom. I heard about the terrible situation that your Son was involved in. What a loss, honey. My goodness, only yesterday, you were at my house having fun with the girls. Who would have ever thought we would have to go through sad times, like these. May God give you some kind of comfort. MY MY, you never know what to say during these terrible times that we all have to be faced with. I would like to say, I will remember you and your loved one's in my prayers and may God give you the strength to go through this. I know that your Son would want you to be strong. We thank him for putting his self on the line for us all. Our Prayers are with you>
Jody Farley
Karen Farley-Farrer
April 21, 2005
My Dear Friend Annette, We just received the news of your brave & beautiful Son. There are no words! Each one of us here Honor the sacrifice you & your family have made. Honey, I am in constant prayer for your family, but especially for you Annette. There is no love like a Son. You are in many Old Friends thoughts & prayers. I want to say 'Thank You Aaron, what a brave young man you are'
Genie Ake - Daigrepont
April 21, 2005
Want to let you know we all are thinking & praying for your family at this time. Our deepest sympathy with you.
April 21, 2005
Thank you for your service.
Chandra Cragg
April 21, 2005
In reading the news and stories about Aaron this week, I have been deeply moved. He was obviously an angel on earth. As a family, you all have so much heart and so much goodness. I am very grateful to send my condolences.
Lynn Jones
April 20, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I did not know Aaron personally, but through his grandparents in Mt Pleasant, I heard many wonderful things about him. I pray that you will be able to feel God's comforting arms around you as you travel this difficult road. No words can take your pain away, but the blessings you receive from God and those around you will help you begin to heal. I am so very proud of Aaron for his service ~ as I have a son in the Army, too. Again, my deepest sympathy to your family and I pray that you will find comfort.
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