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for David Murray
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2012
June 9, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. David J. Murray:
Always remembering David. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
June 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. David J. Murray:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Reab Simoneaux
November 4, 2010
Happy Birthday Brother, It seems like yesterday we were having so much working together and doing all our crazy things we've done. I miss you so much and there is not a day that goes by, Im not thinking about you. I will never forget you. Love your brother Reab Simoneaux
November 2, 2010
David happy birthday son, we all miss you very much.
Love Dad
Gary Murray Sr.
November 2, 2010
David happy birthday son, we all miss you very much. Love Dad.
Peggy Childers
June 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. David J. Murray:
Remembering David 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 19, 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 1,550 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!
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Sarah Pipes
June 14, 2009
Dave was a wonderful young man and I think of him often. You are all in my prayers especially during this time of the year. Please know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 9, 2009
To the family of Sgt. David J. Murray:
David 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
Kay Murray
August 1, 2008
I visited David's grave when I was at Arlington National Cemetery last week when we were visiting our son, Marine LCPL Adam Murray, also buried at ANC. We lived in Louisiana before moving to Memphis. I hope your great memories are helping you make it through these difficult years.
In Memory of David ~ (Debra Estep)
June 9, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know David, but I am remembering
his service. 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 –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
May 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Murray!
reab simoneaux
January 6, 2008
hey brother, im just sitting here thinking about you like i alalways do. dave i miss you so much man. i try to be strong and not cry. but the pain is to much. i miss you brother, the times we had together at work and off the job, i will cherish every monment i had with you. no one could ever take your place. i know you watch over me while im at work with the police dept. there are a lot of guy that work with me, but none of them could ever take your place. i miss you dude, i know you had to go there and protect us from those who want to hurt us. you are my hero and my brother, i will never forget you brother. my wife and i had a little boy in april he carries your name. i will teach him everything i know and everything you showed me he will carry your name with honor. love you always your brother and best friend reab
Erin murray
January 4, 2008
David I love you and miss you soo much! Your are my Hero and I wish you would have met my son,He talks about you all of the time and he never even met you.He is always telling your dad stories, I wish I never had to lose a cousin this way.But you were doing it for us and our country! And I could never thank you enough! I can't wait to see you again and I know your with mommom and poppop up there tell them i love them and i love you too.Cant wait till we meet again. Love always your cousin Erin
Erin Murray
January 4, 2008
Erin Murray( Davids cousin)
December 28, 2007
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one and our deepest gratitude for the sacrifice both your family and he has made in service to this country. May God bless each family member and friend with peace and comfort. May you feel held in
the prayers of a grateful nation.
In loving memory of our nephew
US Army Spec Philip "Cody" Ford
C Co 3rd/509th Fort Richardson Ak.
KIA Baghdad Iraq 12/10/2006
USN/AMEC Ron Baker & family
United States Navy
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 19, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Murray and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
theresa cook
July 5, 2007
well david it seams like yesterday when you and reab was practing shooting at the farm.reab still carries your picture in his vest when he goes on duty.me i still keep it in my truck were every one can see how brave you are and all ways will be.you have touched so many hearts, and we love you so much for what he did for us and this country.god took home so many of our young men.he is picking the best to be with him and dav you was one.we loved you while you was here .and we love you even though you can not be seen.joanna we love you for haveing such a wonderful son .you will always be in our prayers.just to let you know reab named his 1st son after his brother,friend & partner.david joseph simoneaux born april 12,2007.so you see you will always be alive and around us.god bless all of you.theresa cook,reab simoneaux ef16 and family
Mack & Rhonda Herrod
July 4, 2007
It's another 4th of July and though time has passed, we want to keep David's memory going. Although his good friend Duffie hasn't signed-in here yet, he tells us he thinks of Dave often and misses him - he says "I won't forget"!
s gregoire
June 18, 2007
THANK YOU DAVID..
Sarah Pipes
June 12, 2007
Joanne,
I think of Dave all the time. My prayers are always with you. God Bless you and your family.
Garnet Jenkins
June 11, 2007
In Remembrance of this Fine Young Soldier, Sgt. David J. Murray, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A multitude of Thanks to David and his family, for his Courage, Dedication and Service, not only for our Country but as a law enforcement officer.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their 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 Grateful Country Remembers David's Sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 3, 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 9, 2006
To the Murray family. I previously signed David's guest book. I live close to Arlington National Cemetery and each time I am there I stop by and visit David. David, one year ago today you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I promise each time I am at ANC I will stop by and honor you.
Tom
Elizabeth Langlois
April 9, 2006
Joanne, John, and family-
I woke up this morning thinking of David and our heroes of the 1088th. I think the celebration of the resurrection of our Lord Jesus at Easter has me thinking more and more about when I will meet David one day and finally give a hug to this fine young man. I want to let you know how much I appreciated David being such a good friend to my son, Sgt. John Aaron Blanchard. Aaron spoke to me about "his boy" David and their time together in Iraq, and I know that both of them shared a deep faith for the Lord and they prayed together. Aaron was so severely injured that day that his death certificate was processed by the Army, as they didn't think he would make it to Germany. I found out that you knew about David long before we ever knew Aaron was (finally) stable in the hospital in Germany. What I do know is that David and the others that went before him in the 1088th were Aaron's Angels. He got out of the hospital in December, months ahead of time, and his bones knitted in record-breaking time according to the amazed doctors at Walter Reid AMC in Washington, D.C. Although his PTSD has been something to deal with, he has been healing nicely. We will never forget David and his courage. He is a hero that stands out among heroes and a gentle soul that thought of others before himself. Your sacrifice has brought comfort to many who believe in the validity of this war. I thank you and John and when I get to Louisiana in May, hope to meet with you. I think it would do Aaron a world of good to meet you guys, too. During this Easter holiday, I look to the sky and ask the Lord to take care of our hero, David. A friend that will forever live in the hearts of the 1088th and be appreciated by mothers, wives, and families of those he served alongside. Take care, my friend Joanne. You have an angel in Heaven that loves you and a friend that prays for your comfort in this life.
Elizabeth Landry Blanchard Langlois
Pine Bluff, AR
Jim Bennett
March 27, 2006
Though I have never met David or your family, I am saddened by his death. David did what only a hero could do and therefore will be treated appropriately in heaven. Be strong for he is smiling upon you now.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 5, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Murray family in the loss of David. I did not know David, 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. Today while I was visiting other fallen heroes I stopped and prayed for you and your family. 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~
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Deidra goudeau
December 26, 2005
MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE PARKER AND MURRAY FAMILY JOANNA AND JOHN YOU ALL KNOW HOW TO CONTACT ME IF YOU ALL NEED ME I HAVE REALLY ENJOYED DAVID THE TIME WE SPENT TOGETHER AS A TEAM WORKING AT THE SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY US ALL AT THE EAST FELICIANA SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT
(DEIDRA GOUDEAU) DISPATCHER AT EAST FELICIANA AND WEST FELICIANA PARISH
Q Madp
December 22, 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
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
michael casteel
December 19, 2005
Our family shares your sorrow, we buried MSGT Anthony Yost right infront of your son at Arlington 2 weeks ago and IM sure he is in good company
melissa loflin
July 29, 2005
i have never experianced something like this before so i dont know what to say. I just think of the great man david was and im glad i met him and got to share my love and great moments with him even though they werent very long. David means so much to me he was a great fiancee, and friend. To his mom, i am very sorry, words cant even describe how i feel. I look foward to the day thay i cant meet you joanne. As for david i cant wait to see you again!! Im thankful again for the great love david and i experianced...David will be my hero forver!! Love always and Forever Melissa
Kathy Peairs
July 12, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was an awesome guy. My son, Jared ran cross country with Dave. Although Jared was just a 6grader, Dave took Jared under his wings and was a wonderful influence for him. He was a true leader and will be sorely missed in our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. If you haven't heard it yet, I hope you get a chance to hear Trace Adkins new song, Arlington. It reminds me of Dave every time I hear it.
MISTY SHARPE
June 22, 2005
TO THE MURRAY FAMILY
YOU WILL REMAIN IN MY PRAYERS. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. I AM EXTREMELY GRATEFUL TO YOUR SON FOR THE SACRIFICE HE MADE TO KEEP MY FAMILY AND I SAFE. PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT HIS SACRIFICES DO NOT GO UNNOTICED OR UNAPPRECIATED. I PRAY THAT GOD GIVE YOU AN INNER PEACE DURING THIS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TIME.
SINCERELY
MISTY SHARPE
Pat Shoukry
June 19, 2005
My deepest condolences to you and all the loves ones and friends of Sgt. David J. Murray. My heart aches for you, and you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that the deep hurt you feel can be in some part be eased by the feeling of great pride for David’s valor and deep sense of patriotism. He will always be remembered as an American Hero by my family.
Engine 54 is the firehouse that suffered the most losses on 9-11-01. In spite of all that has happened here, 13 million people continue to live and work in this city without fear, because of our awesome U.S. Military. We still stand tall and proud here today, thanks to wonderful people such as your David.
To David I would say you have made the ultimate sacrifice and did so willingly and without hesitation. Thank you so very much for defending my freedoms. It means so much to me, to the people of NYC and to the entire nation. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice in the service of the country that I love so very much.
John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
May God be with you until we all meet a Jesus’ feet.
Most Sincerely,
Pat Shoukry and the Members of Engine 54, Ladder 4, BN. 9 – FD NY
Chase Layton
June 19, 2005
I want to express my deepest condolences on the loss of SGT David J. Murray. A hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. We thank him for his courage, sacrifice and service in the name of Defending Freedom.
Both my family and Eagle Wings members and friends hold you and your entire family in our thought and prayers at this difficult time. We remain Free, Proud and Strong....thanks to our dedicated Soldiers such as David.
Chase Layton
USAF, Ret.
Lorene Hughes
June 19, 2005
An Irish Funeral Prayer
Death is nothing at all.
It does not count.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
Everything remains as it was.
The old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.
Call me by the old familiar name.
Speak of me in the easy way which you always used.
Put no sorrow in your tone.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes that we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effort
Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was.
There is unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner.
All is well. Nothing is hurt; nothing is lost.
One brief moment and all will be as it was before.
How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting, when we meet again.
"Before I lay me down to sleep...And fall into a slumber deep...Hear this little prayer of mine...Hope it gets to you in time...Bless those on land and sea and air...Who fight for freedom here and there...Send special blessings from above...Protect them with your shield of love...Return them safely, we humbly pray...To the Land of the Free...And the Home of the Brave..."
Carla Street
June 19, 2005
For the Sgt Murray family.
I start to write this and realize that it's so easy to just block my feelings and not acknowledge how special David must have been and why I am writing this. With it being this hard for me I know I can't fathom the pain you must be feeling. No words can take that away. I guess what I feel would help at least some is the knowledge that people do care and that this brave man would not be forgotten and that the sacrifice he and you have made will not be taken for granted. He will not be forgotten, and what he has done to protect our homeland and freedoms is appreciated and remembered. A member of our Group Eagles Wings sent a wonderful article and tribute to David. Wow. What a great man, and a great loss.
Carla Street
North Idaho
Mother of Navy Veteran Julie Street
Wife of Army/Nam Veteran Bob Street
Rodgers Thibodaux
June 18, 2005
My sympathy goes out to Dave's family. Dave is a great person and soldier. I was Dave's platoon leader in New Roads. He will be missed dearly. I'm proud of him and know that he would want you to know that everything will be alright.
Beth Nelson
June 18, 2005
We have lost another part of our law enforcement family I will forever miss David Joanne I pray God will give you and your family comfort I will be forever grateful to David for his battle for my freedom
Sister Ameline Theriot
June 18, 2005
My sympathy and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your son David. He gave his life and you are to be truly commended for your sacrafice. I have a nephew and godchild in Fallujah. May God comfort you at this time. Sister Ameline Theriot
jolanda garig
June 18, 2005
I MET DAVID AROUND CHRISTMAS OF 2003 WHEN THEY HAD "CHRISTMAS WITH A COP," IN NORWOOD. I HAVE A NEWSPAPER CLIPPING OF HIM AND MY DAUGHTER IN FRONT OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE. I WAS VERY IMPRESSED WITH HIM. DAVID WAS ALWAYS VERY COURTEOUS AND RESPECTIBLE TO EVERYONE. HE CARRIED HIMSELF WITH SUCH CONFIDENCE. AS THE DAUGHTER OF A VIETNAM VET, I CAN SAY THAT I AM VERY HAPPY TO HAVE MET HIM AND PROUD TO KNOW THAT HE WAS ONE OF THE COURAGEOUS MEN WHO HAS DEFENDED OUR COUNTRY. I WILL PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY DAILY, THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU COMFORT IN THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
Jimmy, Laurie, Brandon & Jennifer Gilpin and Justin O'Banion
June 17, 2005
May our Father in Heaven wrap you all in His loving arms and hold you close during these difficult days. We will forever remember your "heroic son" and the utimate sacrifice he made. His loss reminds us that our freedom is not free but comes at a very high price. You all remain in our prayers.
Kaycee Chandler & Brian Hurst
June 17, 2005
The Parker & Murray Family,
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and lead you thru this tragic time.
Shannon Phares
June 17, 2005
To the Murray Family:
I did not know your son, but my father, "Coach" Phares did and told me what an outstanding young man David was while a student at Silliman and as a police officer and member of the Guard.
I just want to send my deepest sympathy of the loss of your son. May God bless you and give you continued strength throughout this trying time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sincerely,
Shannon L. Phares, Maj, USAF, BSC
Sid Saint
June 17, 2005
As a parent of 1lt William W. Saint, of "Charlie Co." 1088th En Bn, who has been with the 256th BCT since its deployment, and as a man who was born & raised in Clinton, La, and has served in the U.S. Army, I want to express my deepest sympathy for you and your family in this time of remembrance. I want you to know that I will keep you in my prayers, and that my son, and all of the soldiers who are still in Iraq will surely miss and remember your son. I know that in Arlington; he along with so many other great Americans will always be honored.
Jessi Taylor
June 17, 2005
It is very hard to understand how we are supposed to feel pride and saddness at the same time. I only knew Ted for a short time (while working at EFSO), but he was an example for all other young men. His dedication and work ethic were exemplary, and I would dare anyone to find a more kind-hearted person than Ted. I am so proud of him and the tasks/goals that he accomplished in his short life! He will FOREVER be a hero - and in the hearts of everyone he knew.
Fay Firmin
June 17, 2005
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of
David "Ted" Murray.
What a great lost to his Mom and Dad!
I have followed his story in all the news reports. Ted sounded like a great young man. I am so very sorry for you loss.
To all of "Ted's" family and friends please keep the faith,
Ted is in a much better place.
Thank you "Ted" for protecting us as an office of law,
and as a wonderful young soldier.
May God Bless You,
Bless all of you,
All Ways in my prayers,
Always,
Mack & Rhonda Herrod
June 17, 2005
Dear Joanne, John and family:
David “Dave” touched more lives than we could have imagined. His was a positive influence on the people he knew, and we will all look back on his life with an enormous sense of pride. Although we will miss him, we will cling to the wonderful memories we have. Our prayers are with you through this impossible time. May God bless and comfort you.
Sincerely,
Sam Boatner, Jr.
June 17, 2005
To:David's Family
I got to know David while in the LSU Law enforcement Training Program to achieve P.O.S.T(Police officer's Standard Training) certification. We trained together from June 9,2003 to August 29, 2003, at which time we graduated from the academy.It is ironic that we were the first class to graduate from the facility after the program moved to Carville, Louisiana. David was a very professional and proficient person. He excelled in physical fitness. He ran the extra three miles after physical training in the mornings and when others were leaving for the day, he stayed and ran an extra three miles in the sweltering heat. He exhibited all the qualities of a good law enforcement officer. The family have my prayers during this period of bereavment.
Sam Boatner, Jr., LSUPD
156th Basic Training Academy
June9,2003-August 29,2003
Collette Dwyer
June 17, 2005
May GOD give you and your family strength at this time of HIS calling your and HIS son home-
Stand PROUD of who your son is-was-and always WILL BE..A BRAVE-PROUD SOLDIER who fought for his Beliefs and his Countries Freedom. He will be missed by all but mostly his BROTHERS and SISTERS serving in the "Operations Iraqi Freedom" They have a bond nothing can serperate..
He is now an "ANGEL" protecting them from up above.
He will always be
HONORED
AND
GREATLY RESPECTED
as
"Sgt.David J. Murray"
U.S. VETERAN
As a mother of a soldier-My GRADITUDE goes out to you as parents for having such a COURAGEOUS son...
reab simoneaux
June 16, 2005
well this is really hard to believe.dave was my best friend and my brother in law enforcement.we had so many great times when we work togather.and he will always be in my heart.and i will never forget him.he was a great friend and a great partner in law enforcement.my prayers will always be with his family.and dave(EF 17)i will miss you alot but i know you are still watching my back,(EF 16)reab
Theresa Cook
June 16, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go to all of you.Dav was a fine young man.He is a HERO to me and my son Reab.We will always remember the times we had with him.He was like a son and brother to us all.We loved him so much.May God be with you Joeanna and your family,but always remember he is a HERO.
Theresa Cook
Jimbo, Lisa, Beaux James and Caleb J. Coarsey
June 16, 2005
What a great person and true friend, a soldier who gave the "supreme sacrifice" in service to his country--OUR AMERICAN HERO! Rely on the wonderful memories you shared and your faith each day. The Lord always finds the most wonderful ways to bring strength and comfort to our hardest days. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with each of you.
Barbara Schwartz
June 16, 2005
Joanne,
I am a friend & co-worker with your sister Patty at Dermik. I want to send you and your family my deepest Sympathy. He was a Hero and died to save peace for this world.
Regards,
Barbara
Sarah Pipes
June 16, 2005
Joanne, John, Gary and Family,
Please know that our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. We have so many wonderful memories of Dave. He is a true hero and we will all miss him very much.
Sarah Pipes, Kaycee, Kathryn,and Samuel Kemp
Denise Kraemer
June 16, 2005
Joanne and John:
Michael Thomas, Kenny and I send our deeptest regrets. We have only known you a short time but we are glad to be your friends. If we can do anything for you during this time of sorrow, please call us. We will keep your family in our prayers.
mandy self
June 16, 2005
MRS. JOANNE AND FAMILY
DAVE WAS MY BEST FRIEND AND A GREAT SPECIAL PERSON. I GLAD I HAD THE PLEASURE TO MET "TED". HE WILL BE DEARLY MISSED BY ME AND MY FAMILY. I HAVE GREAT MEMORIES FOR THE MILL CREW AND MANY PICTURES OF ALL OF US TO CHERISH FOR LIFE. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS "TED" FOREVER. HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. NOW DAVE AND JAKE ARE TOGETHER IN PEACE. BOTH DAVE AND JAKE WILL BE GREAT FOR YEARS TO COME. LOVE MANDY
mandy self
June 16, 2005
mrs joanne, gary, and family
dave was my best friend and a GREAT PERSON. he will be greatly missed by me and my family. im so glad i had the pleasure to meet someone so SPECIAL and WONDERFUL. i will always remember the MILL MEMORIES that we had and all pictures of all of us. now dave and jake are together at peace look down on us. they will always be with us and always be missed. love mandy
Webster & Ruth Reed
June 16, 2005
To Ted's family and friends,
Your son is a hero and we will never forget his sacrifice. He has fought the good fight, and may his bravery and valor bring you comfort. He is now joined with his brothers-in-arms of the 1088, our son Jonathan Reed, Christopher Ramsey, and Michael Evans who died very bravely on January 28, 2005, also fighting to protect the freedom of America.
John 15:13 Greater love than this no one has, that one lay down his life for his friends"
Bob Gilmore
June 16, 2005
My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. David was a fine young man.
Bob Gilmore
Tiny Forrester
June 16, 2005
Joanne you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't begin to tell you how sadden I am over your lose. David was a fine young man never complaining and always so nice and polite. He will always be remembered by his many friends at Silliman. May God Be With You. Tiny
Barbara Nugent
June 16, 2005
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless and comfort you and your family during this time.
Thoughts and Prayers
A soldiers mom
Cheryl Honea
June 15, 2005
May God bless you and give you comfort in your time of grief for your dear David. We are humbly grateful and mourn for this young life sacrificed in service to his country and to his fellow man. I have no words to comfort grief that is unimaginable to me - our son is also 23 and entering the service this year. Our family prays for comfort for those who love David, and peace forever in God's care for David.
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