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Memories and Condolences
for David Martin
Charlie Gili
June 10, 2025
Hello,
We wanted to let you; your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the Tunnel To Towers Foundation in honor of David J. Martin US Army Private 1st Class.
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, their families and friends and 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
Rick Martin
October 31, 2022
17 years ago today DJ. Feels the same as if it happened today. You were gone too soon, I wish we were all still together.
I love you Dave.
Jesse Leveritt´s
May 30, 2022
Hey buddy I miss you. Going
to go visit you today. I wish you were still here to see my kids and see Haley all grown up and meet my wife Randah. I tell my wife and everyone if you were still here you´d be uncle Dave. I miss you like crazy dude.
Your friend
Jesse Leveritt
Rick Martin
October 30, 2021
DJ
You are still the hero my son. I am so proud of you and what you did when called upon. Every day and year that goes by makes me miss you more. I wish you were here with us.
I love you Dave.. more than ever.. less than tomorrow.
Rick Martin
April 1, 2021
D.J.. another birthday has gone by today without you. Would have been 37 for you and now too many to count without you. I think about you every day and even more today. I love you Dave.. always.. forever
Dad
I had this tattoo done to honor tbise 4 men. David: you, Byler and Tessar are now honored next to my brother, and will be with me forever.
Ryan Johnson
March 19, 2021
My name is Ryan Johnson. Adam Johnson is my brother, who was lost alongside David.
Ryan Johnson
March 19, 2021
Rick Martin
October 30, 2020
D.J.
15 years tomorrow and I miss you so much. Not a day goes by when I do not think of you. What a brave young 21 year old soldier you were.
I miss you Dave..more every day.
Rick Martin
November 12, 2017
DJ..it is hard to believe you have been gone for 12 years now. I see your pictures around our house. I see the items that remind me of you and I cannot nor will I ever put away. You will forever be remembered in my thoughts and my memory. It is people like you who do the right thing and go out to make the rest of us safe while the rest sit and watch and do nothing that makes me still to this day so proud of you. You will always be my hero Dave, forever.
Elizabeth Polk
October 1, 2017
It's been years since I've talked to you. I wish I could everyday. I miss you. Your mom told me I was your last missing puzzle piece. And I'll never forget that. I miss you so much. The greatest love of my life. Rip love.
May 19, 2015
Memorial Day is coming up and I miss you more than ever.
April 4, 2014
David, I thank men and women like you daily for what you have given for your country. I am a proud mother of a Navy medic who is currently attached to a Marine troop. I pray for his safety every waking moment. Knowing you gave your ALL for us here on this Earth , PLEASE KEEP A BROTHERLY WATCHFUL EYE FROM ABOVE, ON THE TROOPS STILL SERVING CARRYING ON WHAT YOU MANY BEFORE YOU AND AFTER YOU HAVE GIVEN YOUR LIFE'S FOR. Thank You David !!
Happy Birthday Dave
Rick Martin
April 1, 2014
D.J.today is your 30th birthday and it should be such a wonderful day.I remember your birthdays with your brothers and sister along with your mom and me, and those were good times. We all love you more than ever and miss you more than ever.
Rhonda Michelena
September 26, 2013
We miss you a little, I guess you could say. A little too much, a little too often and a little more each day. author unknown
David's sacrifice has not been forgotten.
Rick Martin
September 25, 2013
Another fall is coming DJ, and it will be the 8th one since you left us. I think about you every day and even though time is going on, the past is forever on my mind.
I love you DJ more than ever
Rick Martin
April 3, 2013
April 1st, 2013 would have been your 29th birthday. We miss you more than ever. The pain never goes away DJ..it never goes away.
Peggy Childers
October 31, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. David J. Martin:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 30, 2011
The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.
While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more
To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one thing they truly deserve.
The loved one's that they have left behind,
The Gold Star mothers, like your and mine
We honor them proudly, every day
Our American Soldier...Proud and Brave
By Shannon Williams-Austill
I want to thank this soldier for their sacrifice.
And, I wish to extend my deepest regards to the loved ones they have left behind. Their service to our nation, has not gone unnoticed. They are our heroes, who paid the ultimate price for us, and that is something that every American needs to be reminded of and remember everyday.
The freedom we all have, we have because of brave young men and women who made a choice to defend and serve.
Today, let me remember your loved one with you.
Rick Martin
May 3, 2011
D.J. I am sure you know but they got him
Rick Martin
April 1, 2011
D.J. 27 years ago today you came into this world and were a wonder to your mom and I. Watching you grow up and do the things you were able to do were unreal. You are a true hero for what you have done, and all of us will never forget that April Fool's Day is special for the person that was born on it.I miss the crazy pranks even though some are still talked about to this day...most of all I miss you and will forever. Happy Birthday Dude..
Peggy Childers
October 30, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. David J. Martin:
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
Rick Martin
October 21, 2010
DJ..closing in on 5 years next week...I love you more than ever and you are forever in my heart..
Dad
John Dressler
October 21, 2010
Thank you so much for your sacrifice. It seems like only yesterday you showed up at my house trick or treating, dressed up as a fungus for halloween. Such a great person with an awesome sense of humor. Who would have known what would have followed only a few years later. You are missed by so many. I keep you and your family in my prayers. It's because of brave men like you that we have the freedom we have. You will not be forgotten.
Travis Frantz
June 29, 2010
PFC Martin,
I remember reading about your death in the Edmond Sun nearly five years ago. I have lived in Edmond all of my life and so has most of my extended family. I have a little brother who is currently serving in the Army as well. I simply wanted to say that your ultimate sacrifice has not been forgotten and never will by so very many in your hometown. I did not know you or any of your family, but that does not matter. You will always have a place in my memory because of the sacrifice you have made. My most sincere, deepest condolences and thoughts are with your family and friends as they have to live on without you. God Bless you and yours PFC Martin.
Sincerely,
Lauren Russell
May 30, 2010
Wow. I am not even sure what to say. I am not even sure if this will be read.David is burried just a few spots over from my mother. They passed away just a few days after one another. Everytime my little brothers and I drive out to say hello to my mother; we say hello to David. It is a learning oppurtunity for my brothers to see what servicemen and women do for them. There used to be pennies spelling your name on your grave. I think my 6 year old brother Dillon is responsible for the destruction of that! As I got on and read about what you did for our country I was overcome by emotions. I will be eternally grateful. Rest in Peace.
Rick Martin
April 1, 2010
Today my son you would have turned 26 years old. I remember you being born and catching you when you entered this world. You are the greatest person I have ever known. My only regret in life is not being there to catch you when you left. I love you today more than any day before D.J.
Rick Martin
September 27, 2009
DJ.. when growing up I loved the fall with the temps being cooler and knowing the basketball season was right around the corner..now when the temps change all I can think about is the time when you left us and my favorite time of the year is no more. While time has passed, the thoughts of you have never passed..they will never pass. We are coming upon 4 years of that day when you left us and it seems as though it was yesterday..Dave it will always seem like yesterday. While life goes on as they say, it goes on in pieces but not the whole. When you have something you love taken from you life does go on..but it changes..I will love you more every day..take care of Dan the CPL as you always have..
I love you DJ
Dad
Rick Martin
July 27, 2009
I miss you today DJ more than ever. Keep watching over Dan as I know you will.
Rhonda Michelena
June 21, 2009
I am overwhelmed with emotion as I write this. I am a geocacher and got a coin to Honor Fallen Hero's. David is my hero! Today when we are in the Black Hills of South Dakota- near Mount Rushmore and in the midst of a National Guard training convoy. No better place to remember and thank a soldier for the ultimate sacrifice.
Kenna Larra
May 26, 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 1,450 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
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 26, 2009
On this Memorial Day, I've set aside time to reflect on the past and remember that your family is now a Gold Star Family, too. Pfc. Martin, thank you for you service and duty. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice...to protect our country and our freedom.
Sister of Spc. Jeffrey S. Henthorn (Balad, Iraq Feb. 8, 2005)
God bless this special soldier and his grieving loved ones. Be by their side in their time of need.
[email protected]
April 1, 2009
D.J. Missing you on your 25th birthday more than ever.
Love You
Dad
Happy 25th Birthday
Michael Iezzi
April 1, 2009
David,
Happy 25th Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jo Ann polk
November 18, 2008
we as a family have not forgot david we still miss talking to him on the phone we talk of that so often. elizabeth still misses him alot she has his picture on the wall and the one she painted it is the one thats on this web site we think of your family often love glen and jo ann polk and elizabeth and jacob polk
In Memory of David ~ (Debra Estep)
November 1, 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 and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
October 30, 2008
To the family of Pfc. David J. Martin:
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
Jo Ann POLK
June 24, 2008
DEAR MARTIN FAMILY
WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN DAVID I REMEMBER TALKING TO HIM ON THE SUNDAY BEFORE HE LEFT TO BE WITH HEAVEN HE WAS VERY HAPPY AND WE TALKED ABOUT HIM COMMING HOME TO SEE ELIZABETH FOR PROM AND VISIT HE WANTED ME TO COOK HIM A GREAT BIG MEAL I TOLD HIM WE COULD NOT WAIT FOR HIM TO COME BUT NOW WE ALL HAVE TO MAKE IT TO HEAVEN TO SEE JESUS AND DAVID. HE IS ALWAYS N OUT LIVES WE HAVE A PAINTING ELIZABETH DONE HANGING ON THE WALL. JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN LOVE GLEN AND JO ANN POLK
May 12, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Martin!
Happy Birthday
Michael Iezzi
April 1, 2008
David,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Tessar
October 31, 2007
David (Rick and Jan)- I just wanted to let you know that I still think of you and the sacrifice you made. I pray for your family's continued strength and God's blessing upon them. I can't believe it's now been two years since you were taken, but know that you will NEVER be forgotten!
Rick Martin
October 15, 2007
DJ..it is coming on 2 years and the pain is not better..I miss you my boy..keep watching over your brother over there as I know you have been..Love Dad
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 23, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Martin and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Charlene Phillips
June 26, 2007
God Bless. I lost my brother August 4, 2006, My prayers are with you!
Michael Iezzi
June 6, 2007
Father we entrust our brother David to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold David in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Rick Martin
April 30, 2007
Take care of Dan my hero..please take care of Dan
April 8, 2007
Still thinking about you everyday bro.
Garnet Jenkins
October 31, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of this fine young soldier, Pfc. David J. Martin, one year ago today.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May David rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Martin family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
May you find Strength in your Faith,
Comfort in God's Love, and
Peace in knowing this country remembers David's Sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Dad
October 22, 2006
The bonds of love between your family and you will never be broken...
Bro
October 19, 2006
Almost a year bro, still thinking about you everyday.
Never forget!
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 29, 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Susan Appleman
April 11, 2006
You don't know me, but I am so sorry about your son. I know what you are going through because we lost ours Sept. 30, 2005. So So sorry. He was from Chelsea, OK.
Jo Ann POLK
January 3, 2006
DEAR FAMILY
I KNOW DAVID IS WITH JESUS BUT ITS SO HARD TO LET HIM GO ELIZABETH IS STILL HAVING A HARD TIME. SHE TALKS ABOUT HIM OFTEN AND PLAYS THE SONGS HE SENT HER. AND STILL WEARS THE DOG TAGS HE SENT HER. WE ARE STILL MOURNING WITH YOU AND WILL ALWAYS THINK OF DAVID AS ONE OF OURS VERY MUCH LOVE GLEN AND JO ANN POLK
Rick Martin
January 2, 2006
I only can hope that when I grow up I can be half the man that David Martin was.
Megan Pfeiffer
January 2, 2006
Dear Martin Family-
I only knew Dave for a short while at North and then later in UCO ROTC. He was always kind and caring and wiling to help out a friend in need. I too enlisted and was honored to serve with him as a fellow Oklahoma soldier. You guys are all in my thoughts and prayers this new year. And Dave...we will meet again. You are dearly missed.
allyson martin
January 1, 2006
Dave is my brother. He was and still is a good man. We all miss him dearly but he will never be forgotten for his heroic acts. We love you Dave, and will meet again soon enough.
Kimberly Polk
December 29, 2005
Mr & Mrs. Martin and Family, May the Higher Powers that be bless you and your family in your time of grief. My eldest son just jioned the Navy in July. It makes one think twice about what words to say when you get to speak with them. I can not begin to imagine your grief and pain. May God truly bless your and yours.
(Elizabeth;s Aunt & Uncle) Guy and Kimberly Polk
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 19, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Martin family in the loss of David. I did not know David, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man. 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. Mom and Dad from what I have read about David, you did a wonderful job in raising a fine young man.
I send each of you a hug from my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Nancy Tessar
December 2, 2005
I just wanted to extend my deepest condolences to the Martin family. I am sorry that it has taken me this long. My husband was David's First Sergeant and was killed alongside of him in Iraq. I want you to know that my husband, Jon, loved each and every one of his soldiers and I know that even in Heaven, he mourns David's death. I am thinking of and praying for your family everyday! I hope that God gives y'all strength. Please contact me if you read this...we have a GATOR company website, to which I am going to add a tribute page to our fallen soldiers. We have also had many Gator wives and families add comments to express their sympathy to your family....I would love for you to be able to read them.
November 27, 2005
On behalf of a truly grateful nation, and the Patriot Guard Riders, please accept our sincere condolences. I hope your sorrow and grief is somehow tempered by pride in the knowledge that David is a true American Hero.
In deepest sympathy,
Jeff Brown – Patriot Guard Riders
Vicki Rice
November 20, 2005
Dear Rick, Jan & Family:
We are so very sorry for the loss of your son David. He gave all he had so that we and millions of others can live in freedom. Saying thank you is such a small thing, but please know that is from the heart. May you feel God's presence, peace, mercy and love as he ministers to you each day. We will continue to pray for all of you.
heather doles
November 19, 2005
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, David. My husband, SSG John Doles was killed in Afghanistan on Sept.30, 2005, I don't know the loss of a child, but I know the loss of a loved one. If you ever need someone to talk to, don't hesitate to contact me. Again, so sorry for your family during this tragic time. So glad your town came out to show their support for their hometown hero. God Bless your entire family.. Our Oklahoma boys are truly loved and missed..
Michael Henson
November 13, 2005
I wanted to share some of the photos that I and my staff took of the people who lined the streets to show pride for David and sorrow for the family the day of his funeral.
Colleen Callahan
November 11, 2005
Words cannot fully express the sadness that the death of such a loyal and patriotic young man brings. My sympathy goes out to all of his family, friends and fellow soldiers. I met his mom the day before his funeral at Walmart - she offered me words of support (I was in uniform) even in the midst of what must have been the most difficult time of her life. It shows the strength of character and will that was passed down in this family. David's service and sacrifice will not be forgotten and his bravery in support of his country brings nothing but honor to himself, his family, and to his brothers and sisters in arms. May he look down on us with pride........ Blessings to all.
TSgt Colleen M. Callahan - USAF
Susan Kim Martin-Sands
November 11, 2005
Rick, Jan and family,
My God heal your pain with the loss David. My deepest sympathy to your family.
Laura Wells
November 10, 2005
It saddens me that someone so young will not be able to enjoy a future filled with hopes and dreams. He left much too soon but no matter how many years he will not be here is person, he will be in your heart and mind for many many years to come. Thanks to you for letting strangers like me share in your loss and pain. You also gave us someone to be proud of and the only regrets is that I was not lucky enough to have met this fine young man in person. My heart goes out to each and every memeber of his family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Faye Smith
November 9, 2005
I too do not know your son or your family. However, my family and I appreciate the supreme sacrifice David made for us and our country. I pray for your family to have the peace that passes all understanding.
Ruth Berry
November 8, 2005
My entire family and I would like to convey our deepest sympathy. My Son-N-Law is in the 101st @ FOB Speicher. Our prayers are with your
family at this difficult time.
Ginger and David Kennell
November 8, 2005
We are so proud to have a Hometown Hero like David. Every single person in Edmond is thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Laurel
November 8, 2005
I MET DAVID IN HIGH SCHOOL AND WORKED WITH HIM. HE WAS A WONDERFUL AND AMWAZING PERSON. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Susan Braun
November 8, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go to the whole Martin family.
President
Blue Star Mothers of Southern Nevada
Rodney Eggleston
November 8, 2005
I and my entire family would like to convey our dearest condolences to you and your family on this loss.
Rod Eggleston
American Legion Riders
Post 268
Sedgwick, KS
Chaplain (LTC) Jim Kirkendall
November 8, 2005
May God comfort you in your time of grief. Your support and prayers gave David courage and strength, now we offer you our support with our prayers that the God who gave His Son will comfort and strengthen you.
Stephen&Mary Beth Guy
November 7, 2005
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son, such a brave, valliant soldier. Our hearts are with you at this time. As one mother and father of a soldier we share your grief and feel it in our own hearts. Your son will always have a special place in our hearts and in America. May God richly uphold you and your family with His precious hand. We shall remember your son and what he did for his country. His memory shall live on forever. Very sincerely, Mr.& Mrs. Stephen L. Guy
Jack & Mary Terwelp
November 7, 2005
We met Dave this summer when he came home with our son who is also serving in the 101st. They were good friends. He was a very polite young man and he will be greatly missed. I know you don't know us Mr & Mrs. Martin, but we enjoyed getting to know your son along with the other soliders that came to visit. He commented he had not been off base for 8 months and really enjoyed the change of scenery. Our prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.
Cynthia Martinez
November 7, 2005
Dear Martin Family,
Our family was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your son David. Unfortunately, we understand what you are feeling.
We honor David as a "Brave American Hero" and we will never forget his sacrifice. He died protecting a country in need and the freedom of all fellow Americans. "Thank you" David for your service to our great nation, The United States of America.
May your family find peace at this sad time in your lives.
Blue Star Mother
(Mother of Cpl Joseph Larry Martinez - Army - KIA 8-27-05 Iraq)
Tiffany Alaniz
November 7, 2005
Its hard to find the right words to say in a situation like this. I went to school with David and now I am a soldier myself! My husband is in Iraq along with many friends of mine! I have great respect for every soldier who is or has been there and will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers!! God bless!!!
Melody Jones
November 7, 2005
My sympathies go out to the Martin family. While David was never a close friend of mine, I always saw him in the halls in high school and out around town and even occasionally at UCO and made sure to say hello, to which he always said hello back. I had recently learned that he was in Iraq and kept him in my thoughts. He will be missed. God bless his family in this time of mourning.
Lydia Culver
November 6, 2005
It is with sweet tribute to you and your family that we acknowledge your Love and Sacrifice for Your Country. We're proud of you as you were proud to be serving America.
Deborah D
November 6, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. I too, lost a family member years ago enlisted with the 101st Airbore Division. My heart still get heavy today with my connections with Ft Campbell and the 101st. God be with you and yours. Find peace in the Lord during this time, I couldn't have mad it with out him. God Bless our Service Men & Women!!!!!
Cecelia McWhorter
November 5, 2005
David was one of the finest young men I've ever known. He and I met when he worked at Snyder's IGA and I used their on-line ordering after I broke my leg and was unable to shop in the store. He was so kind to assist me with my shopping. He even gave me his cell phone number in case I forgot something on my order.
He had told me about joining the US Army and how proud he would be to serve his country. I knew then he was an exceptional man.
I had just thought about him the afternoon of the evening I heard of his death. I had breathed a short prayer for God to keep him safe, not knowing of his death. He will be greatly missed by all.
Bobbie J. Haseley
November 5, 2005
David, although we have not met, when that day comes, I look forward to personally thanking you for the gift of freedom.
To David's family, may you find strength from you son's courage.
Blue Star Mother
Judy Kwarta
November 5, 2005
May you find peace in your heart and joy in your memories.
Judy Kwarta
National Recording Secretary
Jonathan Fitts
November 5, 2005
Pfc. Martin served with my brother, Spc. Philip Fitts. Pfc. Martin was one of my brother's best friends. Thanks be to God for giving us Pfc. Martin, and I pray for God to give you comfort.
Steve Wackerly
November 4, 2005
In thirty plus years of dealing with young people, David touched my heart like no one had. I have never known a more genuine person. God bless you all.
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