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Michael Weidemann Obituary
Born in Canada on August 17, 1983, he was the son of the late Susanna (Miller) Weidemann.
Michael was a 2001 graduate of Rogers High School, and attended the affiliated Newport Area Career and Technical Center, where he specialized in automotive technology. He was an honors student and a member of the school's JROTC program. He enlisted in the Army the month after his graduation. Michael was a member of the 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division, stationed in Giessen, Germany.
He is survived by his maternal grandmother Gertrude K.C. Miller of Newport, his sister Catharine E. Weidemann of North Providence, his brothers Edward R. and Benjamin J. Berriault, both of Portsmouth, and Richard L. Weidemann, Jr. of Chepachet, RI, his uncles Ambrose C. Miller, Jr. of South Kingstown, and Edward C. Miller of Connecticut, his aunts Marianne W. Jordan of Texas and G. Kim Evans of California, and his niece Cassidy Berriault and his brothers' adoptive parents, Robert and Julia Berriault of Portsmouth.
He was the grandson of the late Ambrose C. Miller, Sr.
His funeral will be held on Friday, November 10, at 2:00 p.m. in St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 324 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI. Burial will be after the service in St. Mary's Churchyard in Portsmouth.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2006, from 4-8 p.m. in the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport.
Memorial donations may be made to Rogers High School JROTC, 15 Wickham Road, Newport, RI 02840.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Weidemann
Catharine
October 31, 2022
16 long years of hell. I miss you Michael. You have missed so much. Your nieces who are just awesome. An they love you so much. The only good thing is your not here to tell them what I did when we were little. Lol. Jarred is 15 an turning into quite a little man. Love you so much
Catharine
October 31, 2022
May 31, 2016
I only knew mike for a short time in the motorpool but we were good friends. Before we deployed the last time we said to each other we get back were going to go play pool and drink a few never got the chance to say farewell to my friend. You will be forever missed brother. Your brother Spc.Bruce Fredricks 1st. AD 2/37HHC.
Jan Delavega
November 7, 2015
I just wanted to let you know I ran in your name this morning in the Wear Blue Run to Remember 5K on Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. May your memory ever be cherished.
Daniela Natale
March 5, 2013
Hey Michael we still miss you so much we will never forget rest in piece Daniela and Chris
catharine weidemann
March 25, 2012
Michael, I know that you are safe watching over Richard and sometimes Jarred. Cause Jarred just as crazy as you were as a kid. Jarred loves to talk about you and wants to know more about you and what happened and i had to get him a place mat with the map of the world on it so i could show him here you were and where Richard is now. But I am still pissed off that you are not here. I turned the computer on after work to see that a soilder form RI was killed in Afghanistan well the first thought so you and the second one was Richard is there now. I cant believe that in aboy 2 weeks Jarred will be 5 and that means 5 years and 5 months since we said good bye and laid you to rest. An its funny i was just thinking about that day you were late to your on funnreal and Jarred was late being born. If Jarred would have been born when he was supposed to maybe this year won't be so hard Michael. Who would have thought Nov.10,2006 we laid you to rest you were a pain in my but growing up. An the april 10,2007 Your nephew was born Jarred and let me tell you that he drives me crazy and is a pain in the but see you to have that in common. Michael Jarred will know you and your polor bears picture hangs in his room where you can see it when you come say good night to him. Love you Michael our big sister
Nicholas Price
December 1, 2011
I herd a song today on the radio that reminded me how hard it was when we lost you. I then realized you never got to hear it. You're death was the hardest for me to take in Iraq. You were an amazing person in my eyes. I will miss the easy shared smiles, the way you could lift any ones sprits, and the fact that I can't tell you about my family. I now have two kids, just something I never got to tell you. My prayers are with your family. I look forward to seeing you one day.
God bless
Peggy Childers
October 31, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Michael R. Weidemann:
Please accept my remembrance of Michael on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ready 5 Delta
March 7, 2011
Hey Sarge, I was thinking about you this morning and it was really getting to me. I miss you buddy and I will never ever forget what you did for us!!! I will always remember that last time I saw you on this earth and as we were parting you stopped and looked me in my eyes and said “I love you bro”. I will see you again soon I hope, but not too soon! I love you too brother and I hope I am living a life that would make you proud. I think of you often and all your battle buddies that are with you now, waiting for the rest of us to get there and I just hope we can all live lives that are befitting of what you guys did. It is a tall order, but I think we can do it if we just remind ourselves every now and then, that you gave your young life so that we didn’t have too. Thank you Mike!
December 30, 2010
Rest easy brother, Happy New Year.
Faith Sleeper
December 21, 2010
Mike,you are always in my prayers and thoughts. you are missed by everyone who loved you and knew you.
December 20, 2010
Merry Christmas Michael
Catherine Holt
October 31, 2010
WOW, Michael I can't belive how fast time passes, but you are never forgotten in my heart and soul. You were a good friend, an amazing person and a strong soldier. I still treasure the time we spent together. You are a shinning star that touched my life and faided out too soon. On this years anniversary of your passing I have stopped to think about what's imporant in life and how we shouldn't let the little things get in the way, since we never know when life might end.I love you my friend, thanks for watching out for me while I am here in Iraq! I know you are the one keeping me safe. Much love. Catherine
October 30, 2010
Its hard to believe its been so long. And yet I am still here, always remembering, and will never forget.
-White 3
October 30, 2010
You will never be forgotten...
Peggy Childers
October 29, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Michael R. Weidemann:
Remembering Michael 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
Faith Sleeper
October 20, 2010
Mike, i miss you very much.
catharine weidemann
October 20, 2010
Michael me and Jarred went to Walmart and next door was home depot. They had a touch a truck going on this fire trucks etc... There was also so army trucks so i took him to see the the tank they had. He then told me and the army man at the tank that his Uncle Michael fixed this tanks it was cute I talk about you a lot and he talks to you i hadn't talked to him in a while about you fixing tanks. Couldn't believe he remember that. Jarred has your crazy record beaten Jarred has all already had 2 staples in his head.He is taking after you for visits to the ER and that needs to stop u hold the record for that and i wanna keep it that way no broken bones or stapes I'm all done thats it love you can't believe its all most 4 years
June 24, 2010
this is for you michael from your friend chris natale we will never forget you
DANIELA NATALE
June 24, 2010
HEY MICHAEL WE STILL MISS YOU SO MUCH WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU CHRIS AND DANIELA
Catherine Holt
May 31, 2010
Michael, Today of all days makes me think of you more, and you are always in my heart. I like to think back and remember the good old days in germany when we had the times of our lives. You were always the "funny man" who made everyone laugh and were compassionate to everyone you met. You were a blessing in my life and I thank god that I had the pleasure and honor of being your friend. On this memorial day, and everyone since your passing, I like to think about your life and even though it was cut short, you touched every person you came into contact with. Love you babe,
April 11, 2010
April 11, 2010
Michael
April 11, 2010
Catharine Weidemann
April 11, 2010
Michael its been 3years 5 months and now one day since we laid u to rest cant for get that jarred was born 5 months to the day we laid u to rest i miss u every day and worry that Jarred mite take the path u choose the only good thing is that i have 15 more years til that appens and i am not signing the paper for him to join te army or any thing so for ge about it Jarreds gettng big and loves your flags at the grave we went and seen u and mom, grandma and grandpa on easter hegve u all a kiss and he still remembers grandma i am really sorry for him that he will get to meet u or mom but u are never far fom our payers at night he kisses his bear that rbj gave him we call him Unlce Micael bear for u lots of love see you later
SGT. Jonathan Pfeil
April 8, 2010
i remember the day like it was yesterday. plays in my head all the time. Us come back from firm base 4 to the main camp. you driving and me in the TC seat. nice calm ride back. i stayed at the main camp while you went with the convoy back the same way. a couple minutes later i hear what had happened. i think about it a lot. how it could have been me on the way up to the camp but it happened to u on the way back through. it sucks man. miss ya. wear a KIA bracelet every day for ya. just think, a few inches to the right or left while we were driving up and it would be you whiting here for me. -RECON
Peggy Childers
October 22, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Michael R. Weidemann:
Michael 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
Catharine Weidemann
June 14, 2009
Michael i guess you wanted grandma cause you look her today i hope you are happy with her i miss you now it reminds me of having to say good bye to you i can't believe she died love you
Catharine Weidemann
June 13, 2009
Michael is still not the same here a keep waiting for you to come home and laugh at all of us for cry about you nothing is the same any more Jarred turned to in April 2years and 5 months form the day we laid you to rest werid i think i miss the fighting or the crazy this we did as kids at grandmas old house with the rest of the boys i talk about you all the time to Jarred he will never meet you in this world but you will live on though him if no one else i swear some times he see his uncle Michael cause when i start talking about you he waves his hands up to the sky and before bed he blows a kiss to you well your flag we have please watch over my baby he is starting to become just like you the dare devil i don't want any broken bones yet Grandma will be with you soon i now she will be happy to see you so p[lease make sure you give her a kiss for me when she comes love you michael
MAJ Augustine Gonzales
June 9, 2009
Mike, I wish I had been able to see you one more time before the end. I was busy the last time I saw you and didn't smile at one of your jokes. I really appreciate everything you did for the detachment and my soldiers who were there with you when I moved. We took care of it for you. Your actions helped to improve conditions in the city of Hit, Iraq. You are missed and remembered. Deeds not Words!
Faith Sleeper
May 25, 2009
MIKE, YOU WERE LIKE A BROTHER TO ME AND PAT. WE WILL MISS U AND I MISS THAT SMILE OF YOURS
Kenna Larra
March 12, 2009
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Sincerely,
Kenna
SFC Randy Henk 1-36 INF Scout Platoon Sergeant
January 20, 2009
I served with SGT Weidemann as his Platoon Sergeant when he first arrived to Germany in 2004, during the months he was assigned to 2-37 Armor. He always brought a light to a dark day through his smiles and antics, a dedicated hard-worker, always a "go-to" soldier, as he would give every task his all. We parted in August 2004, as he was assigned to 1-36 Infantry Regiment and I to BCo. 2-37 Armor.
The first time I saw him again on the day he fell. I was then the Scout Platoon Sergeant for 1-36 Infantry. My Scout section pit-stopped at Firm Base 4 preparing for an EOD follow-on mission, we had just entered the gate and all of a sudden a familiar voice and familiar smile from ear to ear. We spoke for a moment or two, as his patrol was preparing to depart. We both waved to each other as he drove his truck out of the gate. Later that evening my guys and I helped bring him home.
He is in my thoughts often, along with all whom with I have served. Take Care, Buddy.
Faith Sleeper
December 3, 2008
Mike, you will be missed by everyone who loved you as a friend and as a brother
Cruz garcia
November 2, 2008
Well this is your second aniversary of that dreadful day when I lost you and I'm still having a hard time coming to peace with it but I know that you are in a better place where you no longer have to suffer. I pray for you and the others who also made the ultimate sacrifice on a daily basis. I miss the way you always made us laugh. You truly are an angel in my book. Sincerly your Team Chief and friend SFC Garcia. GOD SPEED brother.
In Memory of Michael ~ (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 Michael, 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 Sgt. Michael R. Weidemann:
Michael 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 14, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Weidemann!
Patrick Sleeper
May 15, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Cruz Garcia
March 24, 2008
Michael
As I look into the the distance I see another deployment within my next two years and I pray that you look after me and the mechanics that make this voyage with me. I pray that you look out for all of us and you keep us laughing even when times get tough. I still think about you eveyday and all the smiles and hope that you brought to us. I know you will never let us down because you are and always will be our MaGyver.
Sincerly, Your freind and and brother at arms SFC Garcia
Michael 10 dasys before he died
Catharine Weidemann Jarred Michael Jarbeau
March 20, 2008
wow Michael i can't believe we laid you to rest all most 1 year and six months ago your nephew is so cute and has your ears i now you had him come six months after we said good bye to you i hope you are ok hanging out with mom and Grandpa Jarred loves for Pictures that i have on the wall and your cross stitch with the polar bears that mom made you when you were little Michael Please watch over my baby i am sorry for him that he will never now his Uncle Michael but we are keeping you alive here i swear that he talks to you all the time because ever time i see him talking to the wall or no one i ask him if is is talking to you and he looks at me and laughs like duh mom so well please keep watching over him we have all ready started the trips to the ER and he is not one yet not till April 10 he must take after you ok We love you Jarred Michael will now you Uncle Michael LOVE YOU FOUR EVER AND WILL NEVER FORGET as long as i am here
Taking in my house in germany friedberg on R&R from iraq
daniela natale
February 14, 2008
Hey michael i just wonna say iwe still miss you so much we will never stop missing you R.I.P brother we love you I will never forget the day you came too are house in germany on r&r and we wendt out we miss you
Mark NEWLIN
November 12, 2007
Michael not a day goes by that I dont think about the way you were as a soldier. You were a great soldier and a darn good mechanic. You were able to fix anything with a hammer and a screwdriver. As the year pass I still think about that day on 31 Oct 06 the last time I saw you. You will never be forgotten by any of us from 2nd Platoon 1-36 "OUTLAWS"
Mitchell Brown
November 6, 2007
I Love you Brother not a day goes by I dont think of you
SFC Mitchell Brown
Blue 4
This will remain on the back of my car forever
September 7, 2007
guest
September 6, 2007
I am sorry for your loss. From what I read Michael sounds like a very nice young man.
I would also like to thank Michael and his family for his ultimate sacrifice to our country.
August 15, 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)
Catharine Weidemann
August 14, 2007
Michael you would have been 24 on friday i still can't believe you are gone are you sure this is not a bad dream grandma on the other hand is driving us all crazy she still has all your post cards hanging up in her new apt. this are still not the same with her when you died she fell apart not she if we will get her back to where she was before you died i not sure how much more she can take you now she is going to be 93 in oct. well i hope you are ok and i hope you have found mom and you both are happy love you michael your big sister catharine P.S watch out for grandma try to get her to calm down lol
August 2, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Weidemann and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Catherine Holt
July 17, 2007
To the Family of Michael,
I had the great honor and privilege to meet and get to know Michael while working in Friedburg at the CMR on post. I can’t remember exactly the first time I ran into him but I think it was just after a few “Hello’s” we started chatting. He was always so funny and lifted everyone’s spirits. We would go down to the pool hall and E Z money, some local hang outs and he would be the life of the party. I was very deeply saddened when my friend notified me from Iraq of the loss of Michael. It’s really hard to accept that he’s gone but he will always be here in my heart. The sacrifice he made will never be forgotten and I think of him every day. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, thank you for raising such an amazing man.
Catharine Weidemann
June 17, 2007
hi Michael i wanted to just tell you that you are an uncle once again but this time it was a boy you planned this because i wanted a girl thanks he was born on April 10,2007 5 months to the day we buried you i bet you planned that to because he was late we named him Jarred Michael after his unlce he was 8lbs. 4oz.22 niches and i had no drugs he came really fast i'll blame that on you too since i am on a roll i talk about you daily so he knows who you are and we never will forget what you did when i talk to jarred about you he smiles as though he nows you or sees you all the time we all love you and miss you fav.sister and nephew
Chris Neuenfeldt
May 25, 2007
Rest easy on this Memorial Day Mike, and know that your fellow warriors have not and will not forget you.
Robyn Garside
April 2, 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. GODSPEED 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
Bethany Kelly Joslyn
January 20, 2007
michael was a brother to me and his death has left a hole in my heart. it was an honor to have had him in my life. i loved him and will miss him even more.
Johnny McCabe, CPT
January 4, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your loss and I will truly miss your son. The first time I met him in the motor pool I was surprised to encounter such a happy and positive kid who seemed to genuinely enjoy turning wrenches and getting dirty. Beyond fixing my track or humvee, I was fortunate enough to develop a personal friendship with him. Because I was a Lieutenant, I think he enjoyed giving me a hard time - and I enjoyed taking it, simply because he was the kind of guy who put everyone in a better mood, regardless of the nature of the interaction.
We'll miss you, brother.
MJ Moore
December 17, 2006
I am really sorry to hear about Weidemann. I served with him during his first tour in Iraq with L-Trp 3/3 ACR. He was such a nice guy and hard worker and always had a big goofy smile on his face. Us mortars loved to give him a hard time but we were always grateful for his help and it was all in fun. You couldn't help but like him. Before I left Iraq I made sure to get a picture with all the guys that I really enjoyed serving with and I'm glad I did because I have one of the 2 of us shaking hands. He definitely was a great soldier.
daniela natale
December 12, 2006
He was always a good frend two me and my hubby he was good whit the kids too we will never forget you mike you will always be in are heart may you rest in piece love daniela and chris in germany never forgett
Michaela
December 12, 2006
WE will miss you. You will be in our Hearts.
Michaela and Benjamin.
DUDLEY GREENE
December 7, 2006
He was always there to fix my Bradely when ever it was broken no matter what time of day. He came with a smile on his face and quick witty words that always brougth a smile to this old Platoon Sergeant's face. He will be missed by many but his memory not lost.
SFC Greene, Dudley S
Ltrp 3/3ACR 1st PLT OIF 1 2003-2004
W20D JMRC Hohenfels Germany
Brenda Hervey
November 16, 2006
To the Family of Michael R. Weidemann:
May you find some peace and comfort in that Michael represented his country with honor and selfless sacrafice. May God Bless You and May God Keep Michael in His Loving Embrace.
Mother of a Soldier in the TF1-36, Hit, Iraq
Robert Thompson
November 14, 2006
When I heard about Sgt Weidemann I was astounded because he had to have been the hardest worker and one of the nicest guys around Firm Base 5. We wouldn't have had any electricity without him and in spite of the harsh conditions he always maintained a great attitude. I couldn't even aspire to be as professional and disciplined of a soldier as he was. He definitely left a lasting impression on all those who served with him. My condolences to his family and to all others who have paid the ultimate price in Iraq.
anonymous
November 14, 2006
as a female veteran of the vietnam era, my wish is that you remember the good times and god bless you all and god rest his brave soul. micheal is in the same cemetery where my best friend was laid to rest at 16 (1968) so i know only the special end up in such a wonderful place. god bless you all
Anonymous
November 12, 2006
Thank you soldier for keeping us safe and protecting our country. Rest in peace. May God Bless You.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 12, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Weidemann family in the loss of Michael. I did not know Michael, 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Michael 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~
donna
November 11, 2006
rest in peace....my sympathy to family and friends....he is a hero.
Sam Acquah
November 11, 2006
SGT Micheal Weidemann, I Met Micheal in Janury of this year when we left to Kuwait as part as the battlions advanced party to download vehicles at the port in Kuwait.He was a hard worker and always one of the first people up in our tent always ready to go to work. He always had a smile on his face and was a plesure to work with. He will truly be missed
SFC Gregory P. Wilson
November 11, 2006
I want to send my sympathy. I was honored to know SGT Weidemann. He always had a smile or a joke to share. He always wanted to fix something no matter what it was. I will miss him and his personality. There is truely a missing link in our maintenance family. He was truely an outstanding Soldier. May God keep you all.
Gerald Ssg Crumlin
November 11, 2006
To the family of Sgt. Weidemann, I offer my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Sgt. Weidemann and although that time may have been brief, I will always remember his work-ethic and inviting personality. He was by far the best mechanic in my section.
Sarah Burkee
November 11, 2006
SGT Weidemann, you were a good friend and a great man. One of the few I've ever trusted. You had such a big heart and could always make me laugh. I miss you so much, everyone who knew you does.
Blessings and prayers to your family.
Patrick LaRive
November 10, 2006
Thank You for all your familys letters duing my recovery in 1984-85. They were great. I also want to thank the Royal Navy for the support during recovery in the UK. I had the oppurtunity to go through the letters today 20 years later, and they still mean alot.
Thank You
Patrick LaRive, SGT US Army
Martial Arts combat instructor
Marine Mom
November 10, 2006
Heads held high in a time of sorrow..
My heart goes out to all the families of all servicemen, especially the fallen
Joshua Hall
November 10, 2006
I just read the news today that we lost Mike Wiedemann. I served with him at Firm Base 5 in Hit for about 5 months. He kept the morale high by providing us with electricity to make our lives more comfortable (not an easy task) and by being the funniest soldier around and displaying the brightest demenor even in the face of harsh conditions. I cried when I heard of his passing, and I will always remember him. There are many soldiers with whom I served in Hit, yet Wiedemann was one of the only ones whose name stands out and whose personality and hard work are unforgetable. My deepest condolences to Mike's family.
Joshua D. Hall
SSG, USA
Team Leader, THT 623
November 10, 2006
Thank you for protecting us and you are a hero. My prayers to your family. God Bless you
A Citizen
Gail Raphael
November 10, 2006
"Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life" John 15:13 How I wish I'd had the privilege of knowing your brave Michael. I grieve your loss and am humbly, unspeakably grateful for his sacrifice. Your entire family has my prayers not only today as do all the selfess, honorable, courageous men and women serving this country. May God strengthen their loved ones and bless and comfort your family and all those who mourn Michael's memory.
Matthew Dye
November 10, 2006
SGT Weidemann was a great guy to be around. He always had a smile on his face and has a smart-alec comment ready to be said. He will be missed greatly.
matthew west
November 10, 2006
i am sorry for your loss, weidemann was a great guy and my roomate over here. i am sorry he can not be with you now. he was a true soldier.
Mark Cross
November 10, 2006
It was a great honor in knowing Michael Weidemann, had the great honor in working with him back in germany and have course Iraq. When we were at Firm Base 5 together he was always my go too guy when it cam too fixing anything on this base, all hours of night i would always ask for SGT Weidemann to help get the generator fixed when ever it broke down. He would always bring a smile to anybody who knew him and he will be very much missed from myself on down at Firm Base 5
Mark Newlin
November 10, 2006
SGT Weidemann you were a great soldier and a fine mechanic that all the crews of my platoon could count on anytime of the day. The men of 2nd Platoon (Outsiders) A Co 1-36 will always remember you.
Cruz Garcia
November 10, 2006
You are a great loss to all of us on A Co 1/36 Maint Team. You are still a part of us. You were like a older brother to many of the men on our team and they all are glad to have known you. You have touched all our lives as a person and as a mechanic. God knows someday we will all meet again.
Sincerly,
SFC Garcia, Cruz
SSG McDaniel, Kevin
SGT Staley, Michael
SGT Brown, Darnel
SGT Dunlap, Robert
SPC Kraft, Cory
SPC Armendariz, Guillermo
SPC Vail, James
SPC McDaniel, Anthony
SPC Soulak, Anthony
SPC Meurer, Jonathan
SFC .Dave Crawford (Mortar PSG)
November 10, 2006
Words cannot express the great loss we have suffered in our family . Mike Weidemann could always be counted on to put a smile on others faces and a loyal friend. My Platoon will never forget our brother, and can take comfort knowing he is a place free of pain ,and suffering,for he is in a better place .it was an honor and privelige to serve with him.Rest in peace.
Susan ~ Mother of 2 American Soldiers
November 10, 2006
My deepest sympathy go out to the family of Sgt. Micahel Weidemann. May G-d give you strength as you endure this loss. Please know that Michael is a Hero to all of us and his memory will live in our hearts for eternity. The country mourns with you, as his sacrifice was for all of us. May you smile on the memories that you had together and take comfort in knowing that you will be reunited again.
My most heartfelt Prayers are with you.
1SG Uhlig
November 9, 2006
What an awesome person, whether he was riding his bicycle in Germany, looking for the Walt Disney castle while on leave or working his butt off everyday in the heat of the desert, he was always happy and wanted everyone around him to be happy! Truly an awesome American that made a huge positive impact on all that was around him!
Walter Engle
November 9, 2006
Mike Weidemann brought light into every soldier's life here in Al Anbar. Whether literally, by wiring the Firm Base, or figuratively, by always having a smile on his face. His passing is especially difficult for the soldiers that served with Mike. We truly give our deepest sympathy to the Weidemann family. Michael served his nation with honor.
Anne Wilson
November 9, 2006
To the family of Sgt. Weidemann, our heart felt condolences go out to you. I know that you were very proud of him.Our prayers are with you.From the family of a son that served with Sgt. Weidemann,in Iraq.
He will be greately miss by all of his fellow comrades there.
An American
November 9, 2006
May God welcome you home with open arms. My deepest sympathy goes to the Weidemann Family. Thank You Sgt. Weidemann
Norman and Beverly Prestage
November 9, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Mary Ellen Rose
November 9, 2006
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. May you find the same courage to face tomorrow that Michael found serving our country.
Ann Marie, John, & Melissa Chiello
November 9, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dottie & Jerry Landry
November 9, 2006
Catharine,
Nana & Poppa cannot be with you at this time of grieving but please feel as though we are there with a big hug for you. Michael died a hero for all of our safety in this great country, and for that we will never forget him. Remember him always.
Love, Nana & Poppa Landry
Margie Blazek
November 9, 2006
To the Family and Friends of SGT Michael Weidemann:
I'm sincerely sorry for your loss, Michael is very missed. I first met him when I was filling in as the physician assistant at FB5 in the spring. I distinctly remember my first day there and the impression he left upon me. He was open, warm, and friendly to a complete stranger -- no questions asked, no assumptions made. I remember thinking, "What an incredible spirit he has." His happiness was contagious. Everyone wanted to be in his company, and his smiles and laughs were always rubbing off on everyone. I believe we are all eternal spirits, and that our Heavenly Father knew us before our earthly creation... we choose the people we want to be close to in this life and in eternity... our family, our friends. Michael chose to be a light in everyone's life. He did so even more here, in Iraq, in a time of war. He is a brother to his comrades and a genuine friend. Maybe I chose to meet him, so I could remember how we are supposed to be in this life, and that was his blessing to me. I know his spirit is now in Heaven...I wish words could ease your grief, hopefully they do some. All of our prayers are with you.
Captain Russell Gray
November 9, 2006
To everyone who played a part in this young man's life, however small you think that it may have been: you raised a wonderful and strong man, who enjoyed an honest day's work in the service of his fellow soldiers. His smile and his candor will be missed by all of us here in Iraq who had the honor to serve with him. My deepest sympathies, from a Soldier who served with him.
KIM MONTECALVO
November 9, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Weidemann family. The loss of such a young life while serving our country does not go unnoticed and is truly appreciated by all americans. Richard I hope you are ok during this tough time in your life, Jon and I are thinking of you.
Ann Marie, John and melissa Chiello
November 9, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Thank you for giving your life for this country. You are a hero in mine and my families eyes. May you rest in peace. The Chiello family
Fran Maher
November 9, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Greg Van Hof, CWO4, USN (Ret)
November 9, 2006
No greater gift can a man give than to give his life for his country as Michael did, protecting us in a faraway land. I salute him, his commitment and his patriotism.
Fair winds.
Mark Wonders
November 9, 2006
Dear Soldier,
Thank you for serving our country. I hope your family and friends take comfort in knowing you are a hero.
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