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Memories and Condolences
for Shane Mahaffee
Wendy McClurg
January 17, 2020
For whatever reason my dear Shane I have been thinking of you all day. I still miss you so much and hear your words of wisdom to me and my girls. God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand. Much love, Wendy
May 17, 2018
My Dear Shane, Your legacy continues to grow through the students we lead around our nation's capital city. They learn about your generous and positive character when we talk about you at the Gold Star Tree in Arlington Cemetery. We will guide your son,Ethan,and his 8th grade school group in about 3 weeks.We are excited and so is Ethan. We love you and miss you. Big buggies to you.Dad
Hannelore Mahaffee
May 15, 2018
Lieber Sohn. Vor 12 Jahren hast Du uns Verlassen und ich kann Dich noch so genau vor mir sehen: Dein lachendes Gesicht mit Zwinkern im Auge. Danke der vielen 1 Cent pennies, bringt stets ein Lächen zu unseren Lippen . Deine Schwester feierte den traurigen Tag mit einer Riesenbox Donats Für die Familie, Oh Onkel Shane, wie gerne hätten wir Dich auf Erden , Küsschen Deine Mutti
Joly Barth
May 15, 2018
Lieber Shane!
Was soll ich sagen?
Dein Verlust ist immer noch so gro wie am ersten Tag und du fehlst uns sehr.
Du hast immer einen festen Platz in meinem Herzen und ich denke jeden Tag an dich.
Du fehlst mir als Bruder Cousin und Mensch sehr.
Ich bin dankbar für jeden Augenblick den ich mit dir verbringen durfte.
Wir haben immer viel gelacht diskutiert und uns gefreut wenn wir uns gesehen haben!
I miss you
Joly
Jennifer Bell
May 16, 2016
I did not have the pleasure of meeting you in person Shane but I have come to know you through your parents. You have left behind a legacy that they share with 8th grade students that visit DC. I had the joy of being in your mom's group that she took around the capital the last couple of days. Thank you for the legacy of character and integrity that your parents share with kids and adults on their tours. You helped your mom study for her job as a tour guide and you did a fine job- she knows history and shares her love of it and her gratitude for the freedoms we have with so many others. Our group was with your parents yesterday on the 10th anniversary of your passing to eternal life. They received hugs and love, not that it can take away the pain but hopefully they felt comfort from those that care. They have continued living life and sharing your story and the story of our nation, freedom at a high cost to so many. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Your family is in my prayers.
Respectfully, Jennifer Bell
Much love to you Omi and Cappy! May you find comfort daily in your faith and assurance of your sons eternal life with his Savior.
Andrew & SHARON Dieterman
May 16, 2016
We love and miss Shane. It was a great loss for the family and the country he loved so much.
Skip Mahaffee
May 15, 2016
My Dear Shane, Ten years ago today was the worst day of Mom's and my life. You lost the fight to your injuries which was horrible for us all. You gained eternal life through our Lord and that is how Mom and I have thought of you everyday for the last ten years. You continue to be the" shining light of good character and positive example " to our 8th grade students from schools all across this great nation. You would be so proud of Adelia and Ethan. They make us proud. We love you and miss you with ALL of our hearts. As always, big huggies to you. Dad aka Cappy
Hannelore Mahaffee
May 14, 2016
Liebster Sohn, es ist sehr schwer Dich nie mehr zu sehen, zu plaudern, lachen zu höheren . Deinen interessanten Humor mitzuerleben. . Du lebst in unseren Herzen.. Wir sprechen weiterhin über Dich , zu all unseren Gruppen hier in DC. Dein Leben, Deine Opferung für Dein Land. FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!!! Wir wissen es, trotzdem tut es so weh.
Todd Fox
May 10, 2016
Thinking of you today my friend. Skip and I are getting together this evening for our annual "prost" to you. Thank you for your service, you are still missed and never forgotten.
-Todd
Hannelore Mahaffee
June 6, 2015
Hallo toller Sohn. Dein Daddy und ich denken zZ noch mehr an Dich. Chris V und ich plauderten telefonisch über Dich . Ha das Tennisspiel!! Du lebst weiter in unseren Herzen . Dad und ich sprechen/ lehren aller 3 Tage den Schülern was ein Held ist!! Wir zeigen Bilder von Dir und Familie. Freedom Is not free.
Joly Barth
June 5, 2015
Happy Birthday dear Shane!
Miss you my brother!
xx Joly
Loy Ehlers
May 26, 2015
Shane,
Our daughter Elsa headed up a group of students who collected donations to erect a memorial garden in their high school's courtyard. We had the dedication yesterday.
I was blessed to be a part of the Marine Corps League color guard for the ceremony. Melissa and I put your name on a yellow ribbon and hung it in the garden. It was my honor to stand at attention and salute you.
Buddy, you continue to be an inspiration to me and a symbol of honor, courage, commitment, patriotism and all that is good in our nation.
I thank God that we still have men like you to provide an example of what an American should look like and how patriots should live their lives.
Melissa and I will never forget you or your sacrifice. God willing, none of us will.
Wendy
May 25, 2015
My dearest Shane, thank you for letting me have the lob wedge that you hated. I now know why. I miss you so much my dearest little brother. The last ride was the best. God speed, and thank you for serving our country.
Rich and Boupha Wills
May 25, 2015
Thinking of Shane and his family on this Memorial Day - and thinking of the coincidences and connections that bind us together in life. That 15 years after Evangel, Shane and my wife would be crossing paths in Kalsu around the same time (he arriving, she departing), but I would not know of it until after the fact. We continue to keep you all in our thoughts.
Todd Fox
June 5, 2014
Happy Birthday Shane
-Todd
Hannelore Mahaffee
May 19, 2014
Oh Sohnemann we are learning to live without you here on earsth , but in out hart you never be gone. We talk about you often We always talk to each group about you, your life, family, children and what you stand for! The students are learning and understanding : Freedom is not free, the gravestone have souls around it and family are missing earning for the list loved one.. Thank you for beeing our son, oh how we miss you!!! Kuss Mutti und Pappstrawn
Jen
May 15, 2014
Shane I miss you every day. I always hope somehow you can see how beautiful your children are. I know you would be proud. The month of May is always so hard for me. May 9, 1998 was the happiest day of my life when we married. May 15, 2006 was the saddest day of my life You are forever in my heart Shane. I love you.
Todd Fox
May 15, 2014
Shane - As always I think of you often and remember you on this day. I can't beleive 8 years has passed. Skip and I had our annual Captain & Coke in your honor last Friday. No way you'll be forgotten.
-Todd
May 15, 2014
My Dear Son, You have been in my thoughts every day for the last 8 years.You are featured as the "real hero"when Mom and I talk about you at Arlington Cemetery.You carry the banner for positive character when I talk to my students about how much character counts. The kids get it.We love and miss you!!! Dad
Karen Curtis
May 14, 2014
I've been visiting mom and dad often in the past few months and it's impossible to pass by the home you and Tiffany grew up in and not think of how much you're missed. Mom said your dad stopped in to visit the other day and it was nice to talk about the years we grew up together and the mischief we got into --mostly you, I was innocent ;). I haven't given up on a Sunny View Crew reunion---we'll get together soon and toast to your memory, service, and sacrifice.
Joly Barth
May 14, 2014
Dear Shane! 8 yeears ago you left us to be at a better place! At One time we will meet again at the place were you are write now!
I have to say that I miss you very much!
Thank you for still Bein in our hearts!
I love you my brother so much!
Thank you for teaching me to be a proud man!
I will Never foreget the things you told me
Joly
Hannelore Mahaffee
June 6, 2013
Happy birthday in haven my darling son.we really mis s you so, Kuss, Mutti
Todd Fox
June 5, 2013
Happy Birthday Shane.
May 5, 2013
Hallo mein toller Sohn! Heute vor 7 Jahren wurdest Du verwundet! Wir flogen Von Wash DC nach Landstuhl und hatten noch paar unerdenklich noetige Tage/Naechte mit Dir. Leider wurdest Du Von uns genommen,welch eine Tragoete,nie werden wir Dich vergessen! Nie aufhoehren zu weinen!Du fehlst ueberall! Deine Mutti
Skip Mahaffee
May 5, 2013
My dear Son, Today is the 7th anniversary of you getting wounded. You bore your burden so well. You are the bravest man I have ever known. I love you with ALL my heart. Dad aka Popstron
Joly Barth
May 4, 2013
Dear Brother!
Thinking of you - special in these days!
I am missing you so much my bigger brother!
I Love you - Joly
October 7, 2012
Dear Shane !
This Friday and Saturday we have visited the Oktoberfest in Munich in Memory for you !
Lot of love from Joly and Brita
Hannelore Mahaffee
August 10, 2012
Shany Deine Mutti ind Dad gehen auch MIT, we Du kommst zum Oktoberfest. Oh oh Sohn son wir werden Dich nie vergessenen, du bist stets tief in unseren Herzen.Kuss
Joly Barth
July 23, 2012
Hallo Bruderherz!
Ich denke an dich!
Would love to go with you this year to the OKTOBERFEST in Munich!
I know that you will be there with me this year!
Big Hugh Joly
hannelore mahaffee
June 5, 2012
Hallo Sohn, wir alle wuenschen Dir einen sehr schoenes Geburtstag. So gerne wuerden wir MIT Dir feiern. Mutsch und Dad
Todd Fox
June 5, 2012
Happy Birthday Shane
May 17, 2012
Shany es ist so traurig, dass Du uns verlassen musstest! Solch grosse Lehre ohne Dich Kuss Mutti
Peggy Childers
May 16, 2012
May 15, 2012
To the family and friends of Capt. Shane R. Mahaffee:
Always remembering Shane. "Some gave all."
Mike Crigler
May 16, 2012
Thinking about you my friend! You are missed greatly by many and will always be remembered.
May 15, 2012
Today I am very sad thinking of what happened !
I miss you !
Joly
Rich & Boupha Wills
May 13, 2012
Shane and his family continue to be in our thoughts, this week and always. Thank you.
Jen
May 11, 2012
Lots of dreams about you last night. It was nice to see your face again. I miss you.
Todd Fox
May 10, 2012
Shane,
I can't believe 6 years has past already. May 10 will always bring a rush of memories. Skip and I had an "adult beverage" or 2 last week in your honor. This has become an annual tradition for us.
-Todd
May 9, 2012
Sohn wir vermissen Dich so Du bist in unseren Herzen ganz tief
und in eviger Erinnerung und Liebe
Debine Mutti und Dad
May 8, 2012
Hello Shane!
I am thinking of you specially in these days!
Well never forget you!
I love you and I miss you!
your Bruderherz Joly
Desiree Speck
January 2, 2012
Hello Shane,
There's one more angel, i know you always in the hearts of all they knew you. I hope you and my grandmother Gerda are fine, whereever you are. I miss the contact to your Family, specially to Hannelore and Skip. Lovely Greets from Germany!
January 1, 2012
Frohe Weihnachten mein lieber Bruder !
I know you are with us !
Big Hugh Joly
December 29, 2011
Dear Shane, still miss you so much. My mother, Erika, is now with you, so there should be some good conversations and a lot of laughs. Love, Wendy
Britta Pollmann
December 25, 2011
Frohe Weihnachten, Shany!
hannelore mahaffee
December 22, 2011
frohe weinachten toller sohn im himmel. wie gerne haetten wir dich hier auf erden. kuss mutti und dad
Hannelore Mahaffee
December 7, 2011
Shany frohen Advent liebster Sohn Kuss Mutti
November 26, 2011
My Dear Shaney, We talked about you alot this THANKSGIVING. I thank our good Lord for sharing you with us for 36 years. You always make me smile. Love,Dad
Rich and Boupha Wills
November 11, 2011
Thinking of Shane and his family on this Veteran's Day. Thank you.
Hannelore Mahaffee
October 17, 2011
Hallo Sohnemann , Tiff und Familie haben ein neues Haus gefunden, gleich neben der Schule. Hoffentlich glappts!! Schade , dass sie sich nicht mit Dir beraten kann. Du fehlst uns an Allen Ecken Wir vermissen Dich so sehr. Kuss, Mutti
Joly Barth
September 29, 2011
Dear Shane !
I visited the Okoberfest in Munich and drink one bier for and with you. I know that you were with me. I could feel that.
I miss you and I love you.
Your cousin and brother Joly
September 22, 2011
Dear Shane and family,
Tyler, your nephew, is in my History Class at Warren High School. He is a very wonderful boy - and talks highly of you! It has been nice to get to know you all! Thank you for your gift to our country. I will be working especially hard to educate our children on the wonderful place we all have called 'home' and I will do this to honor you and the other families who have given so much! You are not forgotten!
Dori Spence
June 8, 2011
His loyalty so unconditional
So incredibly genuine & very traditional
The shirt on his back & shoes on his feet
He’d willingly hand over with out a peep
36 years he enjoyed on this earth
Provided with love & guidance every since birth
With a smile as big & bright as the sunshine
In stressful moments he always remained kind
Serving our country without any care
Returning with stories he loved to share
Off to the great heavens he has taken flight
Not leaving with sadness but with great pride
Let’s embrace all the joy, laughter, & fun
For now his new life has begun
He's now care free with the wings of a dove
There’s now 1 more angel guarding us from above
Dedicated to Shane Mahaffee, Larry Strickland, and all other soldiers/civilians for their sacrifice for our great country!
Written by Dori Spence-May 2011/EMS DC Trip 2011
Dori Spence Spence
June 8, 2011
Happy Birthday Shane and thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country. We are:
"The Land of the Free Because
of the BRAVE!!!!!!!!"
Thank you for still watching over us!
Todd Fox
June 5, 2011
Happy Birthday Shane
Jolyon Barth
June 5, 2011
Happy Birthday mein lieber Bruder Shane! I miss you so much! Thinking of you today in memory of a very special birthdayparty that we celebrated together! I love you - Joly
Hannelore Mahaffee
June 1, 2011
Sohn, bald ist Dein Geburtag und meiner,Wir denken sehr an Dich, vermissen Dich so sehr. Danke fuer den Cent heute morgen, bringt stets ein Laecheln, Kuss, Mutti
Rodney Bradsher
May 26, 2011
Hannelore (Omi) and Skip (Cappy),
How do you say thank you for sharing such a sad personal story on the anniversary of your son's passing? I just hope that it gives you a channel to keep the memory of Shane in your heart. Your sharing brings the truth to the students. (Muir Middle School, Milford, MI) Freedom is not Free. It touches the hearts and souls of the families left to grieve. Thank you for sharing this personal story and your sacrifice so that me and mine can live in this great country.
I hope you enjoyed your special night at Mount Vernon (WT) with a toast to your son. You are truly wonderful people. Don't forget to smile each time you look to the heavens, I am sure he is smiling back. God Bless.
Dori Spence
May 23, 2011
Never have I been more inspired than the day you spoke of your son's untimely death. The strength you displayed showed such great courage. As you know I lost someone at the Pentagon (Larry Strickland) who was like a big brother, a friend, my mentor, & and is now a Hero! You, your husband, the the 8th grade DC students & chaperones from Eaton Middle School helped me build and cross the toughest bridge of my life. Thank you all for being there for me and helping me through a tough time. This is the 1st time in 10 years that I have been able to speak of him and not break down. We all have one more angel watching over us! Thank you again and hope to see you next year!
Eaton Middle School
May 17, 2011
The Eaton Middle School students and chaperones want to thank Omi and Pappy for sharing their wonderful memories of their fallen hero. Your story touches our heart.
The Remembrance Tree @ Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany
Danna Palmer
May 16, 2011
I have not yet met the Mahaffee family, however I have met spoken many times with a mutual friend who ministered to our sons in May, 2006. Rose Gould worked as a liaison at that time, and kept us informed of our sons and their progress ... and the dedication of so many people at LRMC who prayed with and for our sons. Shane was one of several Marines and Soldiers for whom the Remembrance Tree was planted. I hope one day to see the plaque that honors our sons inside of the building. Beauty that blooms and grows stronger each year, planted by the hands that ministered healing to our sons - a forever gift. Love to all of you from Cory Palmer's family at this five-year mark. Godspeed.
Peggy Childers
May 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Shane R. Mahaffee:
Please accept my remembrance of Shane on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
May 9, 2011
Shane,
It is that time of year again, 5 years has gone by and you are still my best friend. Kelly and I have a baby on the way...any day now. I still meet with your parents and speak to Jen from time to time. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
-Todd
Hannelore Mahaffee
May 8, 2011
Hi Sohneman We are so much thinkig about you and trying to be thankful for the years we had with you we still mis you daily so very much. Our savior are the grandchildren you and your fantastic sister Tiff ( and wonderful spouses ) gave as. Your brave Sister calls as daily , thanks God. Thanks for the penny's. You are sending to us Kuesse Deine Mutti und Dad
May 7, 2011
My Son, Five years have past and not one day goes by without you on my mind. You have also had a strong impact on the hundreds of kids Mom and I talk to about you. You are their Hero and you are my Hero! Hugs, Dad
Hannelore Mahaffee
May 7, 2011
Hi Sohneman We are so much thinkig about you and trying to be thankful for the years we had with you we still mis you daily so very much. Our savior are the grandchildren you and your fantastic sister Tiff ( and wonderful spouses ) gave as. Your brave Sister calls as daily , thanks God. Thanks for the penny's. You are sending to us Kuesse Deine Mutti und Dad
Jen
May 6, 2011
Shane,
It is going on 5 years since you have been gone. You have been in my dreams more often lately. I wish I knew what you are trying to tell me. You look as handsome as ever in my dreams, wearing a stark white shirt and a bright red tie. As soon as I reach to hug you, I wake up. I miss you so much. I miss your laugh, your "chick-its", your eyes, your cologne. I love you.
Adelia Mahaffee
January 24, 2011
Dear dadda this your daughter Adelia I really miss u a lot
Karen Curtis-Blick
December 3, 2010
Dear Shane,
It still doesn't seem real that you're no longer with us. Memories of us growing up together help lessen the pain and keeping in touch with Tiffany, your parents, Jennifer and Todd helps. When I was at Todd's after the marathon I couldn't help but think that this all was a bad dream and that you'd show up telling jokes and we'd end up going to 7-11 for a slurpee.
Mom and Dad talk about you often. I hope to organize a Sunny View Crew reunion in the near future and toast your honor.....We all miss you and thank you for your sacrifice.
Love,
Karen
Todd Fox
October 31, 2010
I'm running the Marine Corps Marathon in your honor today Shane. We had planned to run a marathon together upon your return. Today we will. It's going to be a good day.
Loy Ehlers
October 19, 2010
I found out that Shane was killed not long after his death. It has taken me years to get to the point where I can write this letter. Shane and I met in law school when we were both young Lieutenants. We instantly became close friends and spent the remainder of our time in school cementing that friendship. From the minute I met Shane, I knew he shared the same values and love of country that I do. I knew immediately that he was a great American.
Shane’s loyalty was fierce. His courage was something to which I aspired then and still do now. I was not surprised when I learned that he had returned to duty to serve his country and serve with his countrymen. I am sure that all he had to know to answer the call was that he was needed. Neither was I surprised to learn the circumstances surrounding his death – I can see him in my mind’s eye refusing treatment until all of his troops were safe. Having known this man, I would expect nothing less.
The last time I saw Shane I was on a business trip to the Chicago area. He was a successful attorney and business person. He had recently married. Shane spoke warmly about how lucky he was to have found his wife, how happy she made him, and how much he loved her. Shane always lived life with passion. The happiness in his eyes and his voice when he talked of his new life as a husband and father showed me that the same passion I had seen in him all those years ago in law school was still present – however, it had grown into a passion for the life and love of his family.
I am sorry that it has taken me all these years to write so few lines about a person that meant so much to me. I am sorry that I have not had the courage to reach out to his wife and children. If they read this letter, I hope that they will contact me if they ever need help in any way. Shane was a great American, a great friend, and a great leader. This man is a Hero to me and to his troops. I know he is that and much more to his wife and children.
May God Bless Shane, his wife, his children and all of those families who put themselves and their loved ones in harm’s way so that we can be safe.
Gordon Kouba USMC
June 22, 2010
To the Shanes family and friends I am sorry for your loss. To Shane you are a warrior! Semper Fi!
Emily Blohm-Satterstrom
June 7, 2010
As the years pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I knew Shane when he was a Lt in Wisconsin. I just found out about his death. I am very saddened & want to say he is forever a part of good memories for me. He was a very nice man & I am sure a fabulous father. I have a heavy heart today for his children and his wife. My children are the very same age, may they forever know that their father was a hero who loved his country. Thank You Shane for your service & Thank You to his family for sharing him with us.
May 28, 2010
Thank you, Shane, for fighting to protect our freedom. As 8th graders we take for granted that freedom isn't free... you are truly a hero with a brave, young heart. You, your family and "Mary Poppins & Cappy" are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Mrs. Winings 4th period 8th grader history class.
May 28, 2010
We, as an 8th grade class of EMS, got the honor of meeting your parents, "Mrs. Poppins" & "Pappy"! She told us how proud she is of you and that she hopes we will always remember you, which we will! Thank you for your heroic sacrifices.
- Mrs. Winings' 3rd period 8th grade history class.
May 28, 2010
Thank you, Shane, for your service to our country and for being so brave. You are a hero... Happy Memorial Day... to Shane's mom, 'Mary Poppins', thank you for sharing Shane's story with us and for a great experience in Washington DC.
- 8th graders @EMS, Mrs. Winings' 1st period history class.
May 19, 2010
Shaney Your and my birthday is coming up, with a heavy heart I send you hugs and kisses.Ich liebe Dich, Mutti
Rich and Boupha Wills
May 16, 2010
To Shane's family and friends - we continue to keep Shane, and you, in our thoughts every day. We will remember always.
Peggy Childers
May 15, 2010
To the family and friends of Capt. Shane R. Mahaffee:
Remembering Shane 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
Wendy Thomas
May 3, 2010
Dearest Shane, I have had the great honor of meeting your mother as she was the tour guide for my sons 8th grade trip to Washington DC. It is with a heavy heart(and very tired body,)I send this message today, but I want to thank you and all your family for the sacrafices you have made for our country, and the continued freedoms and safety for my 14 year old son, Sean, and all of his Our Lady of the Lakes 8th graders.
Skip Mahaffee
April 24, 2010
Hello My Shaney, Todd and I will sip a couple of Cap'n Morgans and Coke on May 5th. This is our tradition now. Say "hello" to Grandma for me. Love you and miss you. Dad aka Popstron
Phillip Burnside
April 22, 2010
I trained with Shane at the Army Civil Affairs school in Fort Bragg. We both ended up in Baghdad working on the reconstruction of the city. He was always smiling and making jokes. I think about him and the others frequently
CDR Phillip Burnside
US Navy Reserve
Hannelore Mahaffee
September 22, 2009
Hallo Sunnyboy! I am with your sister and her beautiful family for a couple days.Dad is in Amarille to fix up Grandmas house.Oh Shany,I miss you so. Jacob said today, that he would like to know how are you playing with Faxi in Heaven? TSCHUESS Mutti
Angela Boon
September 21, 2009
I'm putting a photo album together of friends from way back and there you were. Looks like you were giving me advice about the "bigger picture" again. So many fond memories of us back then and all the people you introduced me to at Evangel. I'm so glad you got to be a daddy before you left us. I always knew you would be a great one. Thanks sooo much for everything and especially for helping me come out of my shell.
August 10, 2009
My dear Son, every day I think of you and words cannot describe how much I miss you. You make me smile when I think of all the fun times we had. Your name-sake nephew,Shane-David,has been nick named "Biscuit Bob" by his brother Jacob because he loves biscuits as much a his Uncle Shane. Love you, Dad
Britta Pollmann
June 18, 2009
Shane, wir haben inzwischen eine kleine Tochter. Als unser Sohn Mika so alt war wie sie jetzt kamst Du Deutschland besuchen und hast ihn kennen gelernt. Ich lasse sie das T-shirt tragen, das Mika auf dem Foto mit Dir an hatte. Wenn es mir mal nicht so gut ging, habe ich Dich meistens angerufen und mich aufheitern lassen. Jetzt schreibe ich Deiner Mutter meine Sorgen per e-mail. Hättest Du das gedacht?! Oder ich besuche Deine Tante.
Ich habe keine Ahnung, wie sie es anstellen sollen, aber ich hoffe so sehr, dass Deine Familie eines Tages nicht mehr so sehr leidet.
Vermisse Dich immer, Britta
Jim Barron
May 26, 2009
Shane, I had the honor of meeting your father as our tour guide for Forest Hills Eastern Middle School from Ada, MI. Words cannot express my gratitude to you and your family for the sacrifices you have made to protect our freedom. With highest respect, Jim Barron
Todd Fox
May 15, 2009
Thinking of you today Shane. I had a visit with your parents last week and Skip and I had a few Captain & Cokes in your honor. I will toast you today. Miss you buddy. -Todd
Peggy Childers
May 15, 2009
To the family of Capt. Shane R. Mahaffee:
Shane 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
Hannelore Mahaffee
May 11, 2009
Hallo an unseren geliebten Sohn,wir vermissen Dich .Deine Sis hat Dir eine neue Cousine geschenkt.Danke,was Du alles fuer uns tats,als Du noch hier auf Erden warst.Schickst Du mir die Pfennige,welche ich oft finde? Deine Mutti und Dad
Kenna Larra
April 9, 2009
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Sincerely,
Kenna
Jodi Coons
October 20, 2008
Shane,
I was cleaning out my closet to make room for some winter sweaters. I wanted to give some older clothes away to Goodwill and I came across a shirt that you used to tease me about because it was so "ugly & loud". I saw it stuffed in the back and laughed thinking back on my days working in Waukegan. I could not give that shirt away. I think about you and your family often.
Pastor Frank Noyes
September 16, 2008
Dear family of Capt. Shane R. Mahaffee,
We want to say thank you. We understand that no words can be adequate for your sorrow. We certainly do not want to intrude upon your privacy. As Americans we want you to know that we deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice your loved one has made for all of us. We also would like for you to be aware that with this letter comes our special concern and prayers for you. We are all safer because young men and women who love their country, and know the value of a free nation, are willing to put themselves in harms way, and lay down their lives to keep this nation free and safe for all of us.
Your sacrifice is also very great. We know that we can give little comfort; however, the knowledge that your loved one did not die in vain, but died in the service of our country, gives each of us a noble example of the value of life, and the responsibility of freedom. We hope this will bring pride and comfort to you.
We at Gethsemane Church believe that there is purpose to life. We send this letter with our deepest appreciation for the greatest of sacrifices, you and your loved one have given to this country. We know it is not enough, but please allow us to assure you that your loved one is not forgotten.
Very Sincerely
Frank G. Noyes
Frank G. Noyes (Pastor)
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
(Jn. 15:13)
Kelly Levi
May 30, 2008
May 2008, is a sad month, to remember a friend & X-Boss. Memories do make me laugh. My prayers go to all of Shanes Family. He loved to tease me about being a dingbat & very absent minded. Its ok! We had a blast! He will always be remembered as a Great friend, great Boss! And of Course a Hero! God Bless! from Kelly.
May 29, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Capt Mahaffee!
Todd Fox
May 15, 2008
Remembering you today Shane.
Todd
Brad Gregorin
March 25, 2008
Thinking of you Shane and thought that I would say a few words. I always looked forward to seeing Shane drop in on the weekends or after work. The firm hand shake and smile always made my long days better. I will always remember the advice that he gave me about life, people, and golf. I think the thing that I will remember most is the way that he walked with confidence in everything that he did. I always liked the suspenders too!! Thanks Shane, you are greatly missed
Sergeant Major Lisa Torello
March 25, 2008
Hey Sir, Got you and the guys on my mind today as your second year anniversary approaches. I have never taken the newspaper clipping out of my wallet that I tore out of the Stars N Stripes in the hospital in the Green Zone before I left to go to Landstuhl. I will never forget wondering why you never emailed me back and I will never forget the feeling in the pit of my gut when I saw your name in the obits that day before i boarded that plane. You had such a kind face and piercing blue eyes and a contagious smile that made us friends the minute we met. ...I still struggle with you Saenz and especially Torres' death. I guess they call it PTSD, I call it heart wrenching loses for so many... they say 4,000 today have all died in this 5 yr war. Tragic. Keep an eye out for all our soldiers and especially our CA guys out there. Tell Torres I said Hi.
Skip and Hannelore Mahaffee
January 1, 2008
To our Dear SON,it is 2008,a new year and we miss you as much as ever. Your sister,Tiffany,gave birth to a bouncing baby boy in Nov.2006. He has alot to live up to being named after you. He has your broad,beaming smile,steel-blue eyes and robust laugh for sure.We talk to Shane-David and his brother,Jacob,very often about Uncle Shane. Tiffany misses you more than you can imagine. We stay in touch with Jennifer,Adelia and Ethan. Tiffy will visit them soon to maintain that strong family relationship. Shane's Mom and Dad want to say "thank you" to the kind guestbook writers. Your comments and personal stories about Shane mean so much to us. Tiffany is compiling these stories into a book for Adelia and Ethan. Love and peace!! Mom and Dad
Mike Hoffman
November 11, 2007
On this Veteran's Day, we remember your family in our prayers.
August 17, 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)
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