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for Timothy Burke
Dan Alaniz
October 1, 2024
Tim,
Another year gone by and it seems just like yesterday we were sweating in the blistering heat. Who would´ve thought I moved to Florida but you already know what it´s like here the rain the humidity. It is so difficult to get the grass growing and this Saint Augustine grass is something else. You are a good soldier and you left us too early. May God continue to bless your family for your sacrifice and guide this country. Thank you, your brother, Scorpion 3.
Dan Alaniz
October 4, 2023
SPC Burke,
Your presence on the team, your sacrifice of doing your best was never unnoticed. My driver while on the MiTT was the best. Thank you for your sacrifice to your Beautiful Country. You are Never Forgotten and are always with me. Your Brother, CPT A, Scorpion 3.
Dan Alaniz
October 4, 2022
Tim,
Thank you for your sacrifice to me and the Team. You displayed calmness, maturity, strength when we circulated throughout Iraq. Your memory lives on each day with me and I carry your memory with in my heart. You are Never forgotten. Your brother, CPT Dan Alaniz, Scorpion 3.
May 31, 2021
Tim,
Your light shines on brother! You will never be forgotten nor your duty. I stand with you as you did with me in Iraq. May you Rest In Peace forever with our Lord.
D.Alaniz, Scorpion 3
Charlie Gili
October 6, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Burke Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Timothy R. Burke US Army Specialist. 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. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Dan Alaniz
October 4, 2015
Tim,
You were such a young man when you were taken. You always showed courage, never blinking, never waivering. I miss you and am thankful for knowing and serving with you. You were a great driver and protected me In the crap! I miss you! Scorpion 3.
October 3, 2013
Bro, it was a crappy time there but being there with you watching my back, being a good man, and a great Soldier to our country, made the greatest sacrifice. Miss you bro, And I try to remember the times we had that were good! God bless you! Your Brother, Dan Alaniz
Dan Alaniz
October 4, 2012
Tim,
I don't know how to thank you enough other than trying to be a better person. Thank you for protecting me every time we went out. Seeing you covered in mud from the canal still makes me laugh! Miss you much and I hope those that did not know you could be blessed by your sacrifice. One day we will meet again! Until that day, I press on. Thank You. Dan Alaniz, Scorpion 3.
Dan Alaniz
December 18, 2011
Tim, Just wanted you to know also that I wrote a book about what we went through in Taji. The book is Roasting Marshmallows and I am trying to help others just as you watched my back when we were chasing that guy with the AK and Ross's vehicle ended up in the canal. Thank You so much as you were the perfect angel. Miss you Brother. Dan A.
Peggy Childers
October 4, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Timothy R. Burke:
Please accept my remembrance of Timothy on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Timothy R. Burke:
Remembering Timothy 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
March 9, 2009
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,
Kenna
In Memory of Timothy ~ (Debra Estep)
October 4, 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 Timothy, 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 –
(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 1, 2008
To the family of Spc. Timothy R. Burke:
Timothy 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
June 8, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Burke!
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 14, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
Jeff
August 9, 2007
Thank you Timothy Your sacrifice is aprreciated.
August 1, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Burke and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
August 1, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
SFC Rafael A. Fernandez
May 31, 2007
As a member of the 2nd Brigade, 9th Armor Iraqi Division MITT Team, I had the opportunity to share with you many times. I want to thank you for your friendship and all the good times we shared. God bless you, you will never be forgotten.
SFC Mark Sterling
March 27, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. I knew Tim while he was working as a gunner for the 2nd Brigade, 9th Division MITT. He had a way of making everyone smile even on the worst day. He will be missed.
Daniel Alaniz
March 27, 2007
SPC Burke,
I thank God for you when you were with us with 2/9 MiTT. You scared the crap out of me when you drove that HMMWV. You were always on your toes and it was a priveledge to know you and serve with you. Thanks for keeping me safe. You will never be forgotten. Mom and Dad Burke, I have some pics if you want them.
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 14, 2007
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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GOD SPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
February 1, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
October 21, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your son and our American Hero. Psalm 34:18 reads: "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and gives strength to those who are crushed in spirit." May God surround and comfort you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Jimmy & Dena Lloyd
Parents of SSG Michael C. Lloyd
(KIA 8-12-06 Operation Iraqi Freedom, 4th ID, Ft. Hood)
Gary Allain
October 16, 2006
Spc. Timothy R. Burke
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Pat Brannon
October 15, 2006
May God surround you with angels during your time of loss, your heart is so heavy with sadness
and emptiness. He is with you during the lonely part of the night. He is in your heart because
you gave him life, he is only gone
from you in body , but not in spirit.
You will hear him in someone's
laugh, you will remember him
in someone's smile, you will remember him in the smell of his favorite food or place, you will remember him in when you look in the mirror because he is part of,
he will always be in your heart
so talk to him through your heart.
He is with you , he will be with his band of brothers from every
war before him , who gave their all. What a beautiful reunion that will be.
May God Bless You .
Bryan Van Houten
October 13, 2006
My heart breaks for you tonight. While having never known Spc. Timothy R. Burke. I feel the need to stop and say a prayer for your family. You have given the ultimate and my God forever bless you and your family members. Please know our prayers are with you.
Lee Sirotnak
October 13, 2006
Please accept our sympathy for your loss, and our prayers that God provide you peace and comfort. Timothy will live on in the hearts of many American families, who recognize his honor and courage and who will be here to support your family with prayer. God Bless.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
October 13, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Burke family in the loss of Timothy. I did not know Timothy, 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. Timothy 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~
Garnet Jenkins
October 12, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family of Spc. Timothy R. Burke, with a multitude of Thanks for this Hero's Courage, Service and
Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Safely Timothy, in God's Care and know that you shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort be with the Burke family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times you spent with Timothy...Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day
October 12, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Timothy R. Burke:
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 a son (SFC Brent A. Adams) 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.
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. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. 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 and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Pam and Bill Adams (Proud parents of SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
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