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for Antoine McKinzie
April 29, 2016
To the family of Mack 10,
Many of us who had the honor and privilege of serving with your son will remember him always. He was a good man, quiet and determined. He would give everything he had in order to help someone in need. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Soldiers....Veterans....Brothers. Until Valhalla calls.
February 25, 2015
Happy Birthday Son, Love Mom.
March 21, 2014
Dear Son, It has been 8 years and not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Even though life goes on, just not that I am and will always be a proud army mother. Rest in Peace.
Edie Henson
September 20, 2013
Dear Zvonne and family,
We hope you are all well. We really miss Antoine and think of him often. He was a wonderful young man and a hero to his country. I love the photos attached to this guest book, especially the one of you and him. I am making a large painted banner for my school for Veteran's Day and am going to paint the picture of Antoine in his dress uniform right in the center. I will try my best to do it justice. I still have the program with the picture on it. I will send you a photo of it when I am finished. Are you still at the same address in Pike? We miss you all and Indpls.
Love to everyone, Zvonne. Take care of yourselves. We are honored to have know Antoinne!
Love the Henson's Jerry, Andy, Maren, Edie , and Terry
February 24, 2013
Happy Birthday son....We miss you so much. love Mom
Peggy Childers
March 22, 2012
March 21, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie:
Always remembering Antoine. "Some gave all."
Zyvonne Adams
December 17, 2011
I appreciate your great sacrifice, more each day. We all miss you very much. Mom
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie:
Please accept my remembrance of Antoine on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
March 13, 2011
To the family of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie:
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.
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie:
Remembering Antoine 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
April 21, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
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Becky Coy
June 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].
May 26, 2008
On this Memorial Day you are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc McKinzie!
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)
July 26, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc McKinzie and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Garnet Jenkins
March 21, 2007
Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie, one year ago.
The price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
Treasure this hero Lord, in Your Garden of Rest,
for while here on earth, he was one of our best.
May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing this country remembers Antoine's sacrifice.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
robert slezak
February 1, 2007
.sincerest heartfelt condolences to the family.of spc .antoine mckinzie..my duty was to see that he got to phily airport safely and with honor to be sent home .i was his driver .from dover air force base.. my escort was..daryl somerville....
Karen Hickman
January 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of Spc.Antoine J. McKinzie. If there are brothers or sisters, please contace me. I am the Founder of Gold star Siblings, Inc.
Michael Gresham
January 13, 2007
I went to Basic Training with SPC McKinzie. He had a harder time in Basic than some of us did, but he always managed to keep a good attitude about everything. I don't ever remember him getting flustered, and that encouraged me. Thank you for your sacrifice my friend.
SGT Gresham
December 29, 2006
To the family of:Spc Antonie J McKinzie I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. My heart cries out for you in your grief and you have my thoughts and prayers. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. Prayerfully we will all meet in Heaven one day where we will rest in the arms of Jesus. If you need prayer or need someone to talk to, please call or write my pastor: Rev. John Pearrell 11677 Brown Bridge Rd., Covington, GA 30016. (770)787-1015. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Polly Ballew Covington,Ga
Brittainy Shaw
October 10, 2006
I went to high school with Antoine, and considered him a good friend while we knew each other. I was so sad to hear about his passing, and I wish you and your family the best as you continue to grieve and remember his life. He was an amazing individual, quiet, sometimes shy, but with a wonderful laugh I could recognize anywhere. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Troy Hodges
August 22, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie. Though you do not know me i was once a friend to your son. i Just recently heard the news of his death while looking up my unit. I remember him very well. We were in FT sill OK togeather and placed in B BTRY at the same time. he would bring a smile to my face during the first rotation. When we returned to germany we would go to the pubs and talk and be merry. He was my Battle. my Friend. The day i left the army he as the last one i saw the night before. i remember we went to sarbroken. there was a an old irish pub there where i tried to teach him some old drinking songs. i will miss him dearly and have added him to the wall of my store. where so many names have been placed. RIP MAC 10 Tonight i shall celibrate your life.
Troy S Hodges
Former PVT of 4/27 FA
WENDY SMITH
June 25, 2006
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR SON.GREAT TRAGEDY..OUR SON TRAVIS SMITH WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF HIS, MY HUSBAND LEFT A MESSAGE BUT WRONG E-MAIL.WENDY SMITH E-MAIL IS:[email protected]
Ron Smith
June 2, 2006
Your son was in the same squad as my son,SPC Travis Smith. TS was home on14 day leave,told us what happened,close friend,have photos and short muvee. God Bless, from one father to another,email listed
College Graduation Day
April 25, 2006
The Night Before Deploying to Iraq
April 25, 2006
My son Antoine in the Iraq
April 25, 2006
ROBYN GARSIDE
April 23, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SHINING SMILE MAY CONTINUE ON. STAY STRONG. SEMPER FI
CATHERINE MEYER
April 21, 2006
GOD BLESSED YOU WITH A SELFLESS MAN. WE HAVE HIS UNCLE AS A PATIENT AT OUR VA CLINIC AND CAN SEE FIRST HAND THE EFFECTS THIS HAS HAD ON HIM AND HIS FAMILY. YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD THAT HE GAVE SO MUCH OF HIMSELF,AT SUCH AN EXTREME COST. IT MAKES ME PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN, KNOWING THAT WE HAVE SO MANY OUT THERE WILLING TO FIGHT FOR WHAT WE TAKE SO MUCH FOR GRANTED.
Andrew&Karin Zern
April 10, 2006
To the families and friends of Spc Antoine J McKinzie , Although i was never able to me Antoine in person , my wife tells me of a wonderful boy who grew into a very Honorable man . i send to you my deepest condolences for your loss .
Helen Cruz and sons
April 5, 2006
I would like to express our deepest sympathy to the McKinzie family and to Lois Payne family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers..
Frank Scheers
April 5, 2006
God go with you in this time of hardship.
David Seamans
April 5, 2006
To the family of SPC Antoine J. McKinzie. On behalf of my wife Monica, daughter Ashley and I we would like to express our deepest sympthy in the loss of Antoine. He will always be a hero in our hearts. Our son and brother PFC Timothy J. Seamans was killed in action August 18, 2005 when the HUMVEE he was driving struck an IED. Tim would have turned 21 on October 28, 2005 and we looked forward to his return in December. We often ask why, but as Christians we know that God has a far greater plan for all of us, and our time on Earth, however long that me be is just a stepping stone for a far greater adventure awaits us when we are called home. If you ever want to correspond or just talk please don't hesitate my lines are open 24/7. May God Bless You and Keep You, May He Shine His Everlasting Light Upon You Always.
In Christ Love,
Dave, Monica and Ashley Seamans
7130 Oakwood Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32211
904-535-0747
Sheri Dial and sons
April 3, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mrs Payne. Thank you for sharing your courageous grandson/son with the nation.
Kimberly West
April 3, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Charles Beavers
April 3, 2006
With heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I hope God gives you and your family the courage to carry on.
Janet McDaniel
April 2, 2006
To the McKinzie family:
A special thanks for your son paying the ultimate price for my freedom. Each and evry day I hope I take advantage of what your son died to perserve.
May God bless you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 2, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the McKinzi family in the loss of Antoine. I did not know Antoine, 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. Antoine 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~
7th Grade Louisburg Middle School
March 31, 2006
We care and share your sorrow.
Bob and Barbara McGimpsey
March 31, 2006
To the family of Antoine McKinzie,
We were so very sorry to learn of your son's death in Iraq. You have been in our thoughts and prayers since we read about it and wanted to take time to thank you for raising a son that was unshelfish and willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for us. Please know that we will continue to pray for you as we know this is not a short process to go through.
SSG Raymond Smith
March 30, 2006
SPC McKinzie
"For he who sheds his blood with me today, shall be my Brother". I barely knew you, But i served with you in 4-27th FA. We met on a few occasions, I remember. Thank you for giving what you gave. The rest of us who now sit and look to the heavens can only imagine your pain, and now, your peace. I was with the unit during round one. Now i can only wish to be with my brothers in the sandbox again. I wish that i was there to serve with you and 4-27 once again. You are a member of a great unit, no matter where you are, you are still a Thunder Soldier. Iron Thunder! May god Keep you well. God Bless
Sharon Alley
March 30, 2006
Our family would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Spc. McKinzie. We know that no words can take away the pain you are experiencing right now but we want you to know that your son will not be forgotten. He is a true hero. Thank you for raising such a fine man who was willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice for his family, friends, and country. We pray that God will give you the comfort and peace that only he can give now and through the days ahead.
Charles and Sharon Alley and family
Connection Pointe Christian Church of Brownsburg Military Support Group
Debra Porrett
March 29, 2006
I am an Army civilian stationed in Baumholder, Germany, Spec McKinzie's home base. I just returned from his memorial service. Several hundred soldiers and civilians attended to pay tribute to him. He will be remembered by his comrades here and those still deployed. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends back in Indiana. Bless you all, he will always be remebered as a good soldier and friend!
Barb & Jack Benard
March 28, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Antoine J. mcKinzie:
I am deeply saddened to see that another soldier has been KIA in Iraq. We want you to know that we grieve with you over the loss of another precious soul such as Antoine. I know from first hand experience what you are feeling and what you must be going through. We lost a son in Ramadi, Iraq on December 1, 2005, SFC Brent A. Adams.
As Brent’s mother I know there is nothing I can say at this point in time that will ease your pain and sorrow over the terrible loss of your brave and courageous son. We know your hearts are broken and there is now a void and deep sadness in your heart that will never be filled. May it help you to know that there are others who share your pain, agony and sorrow. While the pain will probably never leave but lessen some with time, we pray the Lord gives you comfort, peace and strength to help you cope with this earth shattering loss no parent ever wants to experience. If it would help to talk please don’t hesitate to contact us.
This is an extremely difficult time, but hold on to those wonderful memories of your son….the ones that make you laugh and remember with joy the moments that you shared. The laughter between all those tears is one of the ways that will help you work through your grief. Antoine is a hero (a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities) and even though we were not fortunate enough to know him we pray for you and all your family and for all those men and women serving our country so valiantly. Our children have made the ultimate sacrifice and they will always be honored and never forgotten. Unfortunately these tragic events have bound all of us together and changed our lives forever. God bless you and all those who mourn the loss of Antoine and thank you for his courageous service to our country!
Barb and Jack Benard (Proud and loving parents of SFC Brent A. Adams KIA 12/1/05)
Dianne Werner
March 28, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie--I extend my sincerest condolences on the loss of your soldier. My heart once again breaks at the loss of another hero. I pray you find comfort and peace in Jesus' loving arms. I pray He gives you the strength you need in these, the most difficult days. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. All gave some, Some gave all.
A Proud Stryker Mom
Dianne Werner
Brenda Leive
March 28, 2006
My deepest sympathy on the death of Spc. McKinzie. He paid the ultimate sacrifice for us and may we never forget that sacrifice. We are truly the land of the free because of the brave men and women protecting us.
Karen and Bruce Thurston
March 27, 2006
If he can stand in battle to ensure our freedom,
We can stand in grief with his family to honor him……
In Remembrance of Spc. Antoine J. McKinzie,
To the McKinzie Family, our sincerest and heartfelt condolences are extended to you for the loss you have endured. We pray that in time grief will turn to pride and the pain of loss will be replaced with peace in knowing your loved one is in the hands of the Lord.
For every fallen hero, there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us that freedom is a cherished gift and it is not without sacrifice.
May you take comfort in knowing that many families across this great nation grieve with you in your time of sadness.
Our prayers are with you for peace and healing.
Sincerely,
Blue Star Mothers of New Hampshire
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
March 27, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
Lynn Olsen
March 26, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about the death of SPC McKinzie. My son was the one to tell me. He is a soldier also serving in Iraq with SPC McKinzie at the present and was also from the 4th Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Armored Division, Baumholder, Germany. My son said he new him well. My son is SPC Tyler McKinley. My heart goes out to you and everyone who knew him. Cannot tell you how much I worry about our soldiers everyday. Prayers for all.
March 25, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Antoine J. mcKinzie:
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost our son 12/1/05.
I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort. When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.
Bill and Pam Adams (Proud parents of SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
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