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Terrance Lee Obituary
Sgt. Terrance Delan Lee, Sr.
, age 25, a native of Moss Point, MS, died Saturday, June 11, 2005 in Amiriyah, Iraq, a little dot on the map just a speck away from a larger dot known as Baghdad. Hungry with a desire to travel and experience more of the world and its people, Terrance felt the military could offer him such an opportunity and entered the Navy for a short time and then joined the National Guard's 155th Armor Brigade Combat Team, known as "Dixie Thunder," in 2003. Terrance once told his Mom and "Granmama", "I can be killed walking on the streets of Moss Point just as easily, and if I were to die in Iraq, I will be fighting for my country and doing what I feel is right." On Friday, June 24, 2005, a grateful country will present to his family the Purple Heart, given for wounds received in hostile action, and the Bronze Star, given for meritorious service. Sergeant Terrance Lee's duty performance and selfless service were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the Multi-National Corps Iraq, and the United States Army. He gave the ultimate sacrifice.He will join in heaven his maternal great-grandmother, Annie Beaulah Colvin; paternal great grandparents, Jacob and Ruby Royster and Napoleon and Willie Pearl Lee; his uncle, Jeffrey Triplett and grandparents-in-law, Joseph and Ella Carter.
Terrance Delan Lee, Sr. has been taken from those he loved and who loved him. He is now a fallen American hero. His life, though short, was rich and meaningful. He will become a legend to his children. His life will inspire us all to be better human beings.
Memories of Terrance will, forever, be treasured by his loving wife, Stephanie Carter Lee of Lucedale, MS; two sons, Terrance Lee, Jr. and Ra'Mone Lee of Moss Point, MS; an unborn daughter, Marchelle Elyse Lee; a step-daughter, Kamri Carter of Lucedale; his mother, Dinah Lee of Moss Point; his father, Dedric Lee of Gautier, MS; one brother, LaDarrius Lee of Moss Point; one sister, Demetrice (Christopher) Jones of Pascagoula, MS; devoted and dedicated paternal grandparents, who raised him since he was six months old, Robert and Aniece Lee of Moss Point; his maternal grandparents, Abraham and Leona Triplett of Moss Point; two aunts, Carola Triplett and Omeco Triplett of Moss Point; three uncles, Ryan (Kimberly) Triplett and Anthony (Shannon) Triplett of Moss Point, and Douglas (Cynthia) Lee of Ocean Springs, MS; a nephew, Christopher Jones of Pascagoula, MS; mother and father-in-law, Stanley and Frances Sargent of Lucedale; one brother-in-law, Tregnal (Claudette) Thomas of Moss Point; special friends and cousins, Elmore Wonsley, Sean Coleman, Jerone Rowe, Chris Walker, Tremayne Colvin and a host of many other family and friends.
The body of Sgt. Terrance Lee will arrive at 4PM Thursday, June 23, 2005 at Solomon Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, 4313 Ely Ave, Moss Point, MS, where he will be met by his honor guard from the United States Army National Guard and members of his family. He will lie in state at the church until 6PM. Visitation will be at the church from 6-9PM.
Funeral services will be at 11AM Friday, June 24, 2005 at First Missionary Baptist Church, 4600 Main St., Moss Point where Rev. James O. Harris is pastor. Rev. James E. Powell, Sr., pastor of Solomon Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, will be officiating. Visitation will be at the church beginning at 9AM. Burial will follow at Macphelah Cemetery in Pascagoula, MS, where he will receive full military honors.
Donations can be made to the Terrance Lee Memorial Fund at any Navigator Credit Union for the education of his children.
Care of my husband is entrusted only to the professionalism of MARSHALL FUNERAL HOME.
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Memories and Condolences
for Terrance Lee
Charlie Gili
October 10, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let you know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We are sending Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Terrance Delan Lee Sr. US Army Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, our family, friends and many others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
June 13, 2012
June 11, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Terrance D. Lee:
Always remembering Terrance. "Some gave all."
Prentis (Bob) Lee
March 27, 2012
I am Terrance's uncle. He had sent me an email just prior to his passing. I oftentimes look at it and it brings back memories. I was and am really proud of him...
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Terrance D. Lee:
Please accept my remembrance of Terrance on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Erica
August 11, 2010
It has been 5 years and it seem like yesterday. You were a great friend and waonderful person. You will always be in our hearts. A soliders sacrfice will never be forgotten!
Lateefah Butler
June 13, 2010
I just would like the Lee family to know you are still in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless his children.
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Terrance D. Lee:
Remembering Terrance 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
Loreal Ruttley
January 13, 2010
Hey T-Lee I can't beleive its almost been 5yrs since you left us. I can remember that day like it was yesterday. I asked you "T-Lee whats wrong" you only looked at me and shook your head. I laughed which made you laugh. Never once did i think that will be the last time I saw you. I miss you T-Lee. May God Bless Your Family.
Peggy Childers
June 11, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Terrance D. Lee:
Terrance 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
Krystal M.
May 25, 2009
It is Memorial Day 2009 and of course I am thinking of you and all of the other fallen soldiers. I miss you so much buddy!!!
STEHANIE lee
March 27, 2009
TOMORROW IS OUR 6 YEAR ANNIVERSARY AND I MISS YOU LIKE CRAZY, I ALMOST FORGOT, BUT I GUESS THAT IS PART OF ME MOVING ON. YOU CAME TO ME IN A DREAM AND TOLD ME TO LET YOU GO, BUT I WONT UNTIL WE ARE TOGETHER AGAIN. I LOVE YOU TERRANCE DELAN LEE WITH ALL MY HEART. YOUR WIFE STEPHANIE
Krystal
January 19, 2009
Hey T-Lee!! I went to visit you over the holidays and I stood there a minute just thinking how it seems like yesterday when we were having fun together. I still miss seeing your smiling face on a daily basis. You are gone but surely not forgotten buddy!!
Krystal
December 14, 2008
Miss u like crazy T-Lee!! It's been a while now since you have passed but you are continually in my thoughts. I think about the days we use to have when I pass by your grandma's house. Miss you boy!!
In Memory of Terrance Delan ~ (Debra Estep)
June 11, 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 Terrance, 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
August 19, 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)
SPC Butler
July 6, 2007
Just wanted to let the family know you are still in my thoughts and prayers, May God continue to give you peace and strength in Jesus name
Jasmine Smith
June 13, 2007
On June 11,2007 it was the day you were taken away 2 years ago. You are deeply remembered in my heart. Everyone wishes they can see your face or just hear your voice one more time. My wishes go out to your family. May God Bless
Garnet Jenkins
June 12, 2007
In Remembrance of this Fine Young Soldier, Sgt. Terrance D. Lee, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A multitude of Thanks to Terrance and his family, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these 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 the Sacrifice Terrance made.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
Marcie Davis
June 9, 2007
You are truly missed.You were one who had a loving spirit. Things happen that we don't seem to understand. May God bless your family. A true HERO.......
Ray Franklin
November 26, 2006
Just wanted to say whats up
SHELIA SMITH
October 23, 2006
I'M STILL IN MOURNING FROM YOU BEING GONE. I CAN STILL SEE YOUR GENTLE SMILE THAT CAN LIGHT UP A ROOM, AND THOSE FAMOUS WORDS OF YOURS WADUP. IT IS SO HARD TO GO BACK HOME AND NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE YOU PHYSICALLY BUT I KNOW YOU ARE THERE SPIRITUALLY. YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISS.
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 CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR CHILDREN. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 14, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Lee family in the loss of Terrance. I did not know Terrance, 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. Terrance it has been a year since you were taken. You are my 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~
SHELIA SMITH
June 11, 2006
JUNE 11 WHAT A DAY, YOU WILL CROSS EVERYONE'S MIND TODAY. IT IS SAD TO KNOW THAT YOU HAVE BEEN GONE FOR AN ENTIRE YEAR. MY HEART STILL HURT TO THIS DAY BECAUSE YOU WERE SO SPECIAL TO ME AND EVERYONE ELSE. MY PRAYER GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY.
Krystal M.
June 11, 2006
It has been one year today since you went away. The memories of you will always remain within your friends and family's hearts. I think about you a lot and smile because I know you are in a beautiful place now.
Krystal
May 24, 2006
I think about you daily even though it's been almost a year. You are missed dearly.
SHELIA SMITH
May 19, 2006
ONLY TIME CAN TAKE THE PAIN AWAY THAT I FEEL, NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT YOU CROSS MY MIND, WHY DID YOU HAVE TO GO SO SOON MANY MAY ASK BUT NO ONE WILL NEVER KNOW AND IT IS NOT FOR US TO QUESTION THE LORD. HE HAD A PLAN FOR YOU AND THAT WAS TO BE WITH HIM, IT HURT SO BAD AND I STILL DON'T UNDERSTAND, T. LEE MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR KIDS BECAUSE YOU WERE THAT PERFECT GENTLEMEN THAT WAS JUST TAKEN AWAY TOO SOON.
Lil Moma
May 9, 2006
To my very special hero who was always there for me, you are truly missed. I only wish I could have said goodbye to a beautiful fallen angel, but God has a devine plan that I or any man may never understand. You are truly missed!
Terrence Bloodsaw
May 9, 2006
To the family of T. Lee...God be with you and may His love continue to give you strength and serenity.
Donna Davidson
May 6, 2006
"If any one serves Me, let him follow Me, and where I am, there shall My servant also be." In faith, I believe that Terrance lives and one day we will meet.
Until that day, my prayers lift up those who remain behind. "unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground"... I am grateful that in his death, Terrance brought me into fellowship and friendship with Aniece and Robert.
TAKISHA MEEKS
April 28, 2006
T.LEE YOU WILL SURELY BE MISSED
YOUR CLASSMATE,
TAKISHA MEEKS AND FAMILY
Timothy Alford
April 25, 2006
I love you and your family T. Lee.
SHELIA SMITH
April 12, 2006
WORDS CAN EXPRESS THE WAY I FEEL KNOWING THAT YOU ARE GONE. EVEN THOUGH IT'S BEEN ALMOST A YEAR I STILL CONTINUE TO THINK ABOUT YOU OFTEN, HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY AND I'M STILL MISSING YOU.
Rev. Terossa Frazier
March 2, 2006
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ: Just wanted to say to the family of Sgt. Lee although we may all miss him God had need of him in His army. And i just do believe that he is holding up the blood stain banner for our Lord. I know Terrance knew the Lord because we talked for hours at a time about his goodness and the questions he would ask. But know this one thing for sure He is "aw ight" and i now the angels have heard him say I'm good. Missed but not forgotten
Krystal
February 22, 2006
I often think about you and your family. I know that you are in a better place now, but you are truly missed by everyone that you encountered.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford, wife & daughter of the Late Sgt, Audrey Daron Lunsford ~KIA May 23, 2005~
February 11, 2006
To the Entire Family of Sgt. Lee
Just a quick note to let you know that you are still in our thoughts and prayers!
If there is anything we can do, please let us know!
May God Bless You and give you strength in the days to come!
Thanks Sgt. Lee!!! You are a true HERO!!!
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ALL GAVE SOME, YOU GAVE ALL!
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With Love and Prayers~
stephanie lee
January 14, 2006
I would like to thank everyone for there prays, it has been so hard for me to go on without my husband, my best friend to in my life though he is gone he has blessed me with a beautiful daugter. and once again thanks to everyone.
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
SHELIA SMITH
October 3, 2005
I KNOW RIGHT NOW IF YOU WERE HERE IT WOULD BE TIME FOR YOUR R&R, BUT YOU AREN'T, I JUST HATE THAT I DIDN'T GET A CHANCE TO SAY GOODBYE. YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
benita freeman -phillips
August 20, 2005
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
MS. SHELIA SMITH
July 2, 2005
TO THE FAMILY OF SGT. TERRANCE D. LEE, SEVERAL WEEKS HAS PASSED AND I KNOW THE THOUGHT OF LOSING SUCH A CARING, GOOD HEARTED, LOVING YOUNG MAN IS HARD TO GRIP. BUT WHO WOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT HE WOULD HAVE LEFT US THIS SOON, I AM ORIGINALLY FROM THE MOSS POINT/PASCAGOULA AREA AND A TRAVEL A GREAT DISTANCE TO PAY MY RESPECT. THIS COMES TO OUR COMMUNITY AS A BIG SHOCK BECAUSE TERRANCE WOULD HAVE BEEN THE LAST PERSON THAT WE WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT TYPE OF TRAGIC WOULD OCCUR TO. I KNOW THAT THE TOWN IS IN DEEP SORROW AND I CAN'T KEEP EXPRESSING MY SYMPATHY FOR THE FAMILY. I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL BECAUSE A PART OF ME WAS TAKEN WHEN HIS LIFE WAS TAKEN ALSO. JUST REMEMBER WHEN YOU LOOK IN THE SKY AT NIGHT YOU WILL SEE A STAR THAT TWINKLE AND THAT STAR IS TERRANCE LETTING YOU KNOW THAT EVERYTHING IS ALRIGHT.
Courtney Atkins
June 30, 2005
It is still hard to know that you are gone but I will have to come to grips about it. You were and still are a good man and you did what most people are not willing to do; give you life for your country. I went to school with you and never thought in a million years this would happen. You are in my prayers as well as you family. From a former soldier to you.
chris yanny
June 28, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. God Bless You.
Andre Evans & Family
June 25, 2005
We keep you in our Prayers
rhonda Jones-allen
June 24, 2005
To the family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family in this time. My brother, Major Darnell Jones also sends his deepest sympathy. He has also just returned from Iraq. I pray that you will feel the peace and serenity that will come knowing what a great father, brother, son, nephew, and most of all a beloved soldier.
May God be with you,
Rhonda, Darnell, Helen, and Chester Jones
Tanisha Lofton
June 24, 2005
The thoughts and prayers of my family and I are with you.
Sylvia,John & Shawnte
June 24, 2005
Our Prayers are with you.
Jessie & Ernestine Harris
June 24, 2005
We keep you and your Family in our Prayers.
Darius Ewing
June 24, 2005
I thank God for a true friend like Terrance. We both served together over here in Iraq. My prayer id that God will minister to you and comfort you during your time of lose. He is in a better place.I love you all and keep God first.
Spc. Ewing, Darius HHC 150th ENBN
Kim Jackson
June 24, 2005
I don't know Sgt.Lee or the family/friends,but my condolences to you all.God's blessings you all.
Leslie C. Lett
June 23, 2005
God bless you and family for the lost of our loved one during this difficult time. SGT.Terrance Delan Lee SR. "you will be missed"
VERONICA LETT
June 23, 2005
MAY GOD BLESS YOU.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.TERRANCE WILL BE SADLY MISSED. VERONICA,MILLER,PARIS AND DEVION
Shirley Lewis
June 23, 2005
God bless and keep you all during this difficult time.
Kimberly
June 23, 2005
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for the loss of your loved one. Just by the amazing obituary you can feel the love for this wonderful person. I pray that God will give you all the strength to go on.
Addison Blackmon Jr.
June 23, 2005
As the Department of MS,Americanism Chairman and First District Commander for the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States(VFW)I wish to offer the following prayer on behalf of our 100 plus Post:
To the family of:
SGT. TERRANCE DELAN LEE SR.
Our Heavenly Father, the march of our comrades is over and he lieth down in the house appointed for all the living. The Master saith, Thy brother shall arise again, for I am the Ressurection and the Life, and he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. We beeseech thee to in mercy on his bereaved family and to Thy name shall be praise forever and ever amen.
I shall also ask every VFW post in the state of MS, to drape their charters for one month in honor of our beloved comrade.
VFW Department of MS, Americanism Chairman/First District Commander
Patsy Raley
June 23, 2005
Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you made for our country.
Respectfully,
A grateful citizen in Garland, TX
Amanda Handler
June 23, 2005
To all of Mr. Lee's loved ones, i will keep you in my prayers. He will always be with you in heart if not in person. He will be remembered for his dedication to his country and his family. May god be with you. Love, Amanda
Ozzie Lee
June 23, 2005
May God bless you and keep you is our prayer
Robin McCartney
June 23, 2005
My husband, Spc. William McCartney of the 155th Combat Brigade presently serving in Iraq, and I pray that God will hold you close and comfort you during this sad, sad time.
LaVerne Reynolds-Lane
June 23, 2005
The Final Inspection
Author Unknown
The soldier stood and faced his God
Which must always come to pass
He hoped his shoes were shining bright
Just as brightly as his brass
"Step forward now, soldier,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you turned the other cheek?
To my Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No Lord I guess I ain't
Because those of us who carry guns
can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays
and at times my talk was tough,
But, I never took a thing
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep,
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear,
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here,
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand,
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand."
There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints often trod
As the soldier waited quietly,
for the judgment of his God,
"Step forward now, soldier,
You've borne your burdens well,
Come walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in HELL."
Lashonda Jackson
June 22, 2005
As your classmate you will always have a place in my heart. I could remember the last time I came home and we exchange stories about the service. U and your family will be in my prayers. I'm hoping you have moved on to a better place.
Johnnie Woodland
June 21, 2005
I thought of you everyday. I've often asked about you, and I'm going to miss you dearly. Not only as a friend down the street but as a good kindhearted person you was. I'll continue to pray for your family. LuLu
Quintin Buckley
June 21, 2005
Age shall not weary them. Nor the years condemn.At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We shall remember them. We shall remember them.
SHELIA SMITH
June 20, 2005
TERRANCE D. LEE, I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS TIME TO THANK YOU NOT ONLY FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY BUT FOR BEING A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND ALSO. YOU WILL SADLY MISS NOT ONLY BY ME, BUT ALSO THOSE WHO YOU CARED ABOUT DEARLY. THE LORD WILL BE VERY PLEASED TO HAVE A SPECIAL ANGEL LIKE YOU BY HIS SIDE.
Amanda Jones
June 20, 2005
Lee and I both want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of indescribable pain.
"For the Lord has comforted his people, and will have compassion on them in their sorrow..." Isaiah 49:13
My husband, Spc. Randall (Lee) Jones, considered is an honor to serve alongside Terrance.
"Greater love has no man than this...than he lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13
Sherri Chambliss
June 19, 2005
I would like to send condolances on behalf of my husband, William ChamblissII, who was in his unit, and our family. May God wrap you in a blanket of comfort only he can provide. God bless you all.
DUUANA/STEPHANIE HARRY
June 16, 2005
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU IN THESE TIMES, REMEMBER GOD WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU, HIS LINE IS NEVER BUSY.
LOVE, DUUANA, STEPHANIE, AND ROMEISHA
Cheryl Honea
June 15, 2005
Thank you, Terrance, for your sacrifice for all of us. God bless and keep you forever in his care. We pray for comfort for those who loved him in this life.
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