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SERGEANT CHARLES JOHN "CJ"
26 of Colliers died Tuesday, October 31, 2006 as the result of an IED explosion in Afghanistan. He was born on September 29, 1980 in New Kensington, PA a son of Anita McClain Hone of Weirton, WV. He is preceded in death by his maternal Grandfather, Martin McClain, Sr. CJ enlisted in the US Army in 2001 and was a member of Alpha Company 3rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion out of Fort Drum, NY and served as Sapper Team Leader and did two tours in Iraq and was on a tour in Afghanistan. He also received the Purple Heart for bravery during Operation Enduring Freedom. He was Methodist by faith. Surviving in addition to his mother are two Sons, Logan Jack Fair of Pittsburgh, PA, Kole J. Swihart of Emporia, KS. Two Sisters, Alexandria Charm Manley and Christian Noel Manley both of Weirton, WV. His Maternal Grandmother, Beatrice Meyers and husband David of Oakmont, PA. His Paternal Grandmother, Shirley Kearns of Wellsburg, WV. Friends will be received on Friday, November 10th from 2-4 & 7-9 P.M. at the JAMES FUNERAL HOME 1245 Main St. Follansbee, WV where services will be held on Saturday, November 11th at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Dana Hiles officiating. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery in Eldersville, PA. Full military honors will be conducted by a Memorial Detachment from Fort Knox, KY. Send condolences to: www.chambersandjames.com
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Charlie Gili
November 21, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Charles J. McClain US Army Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
christian
March 23, 2016
Almost ten years and I miss C.J as much today as I did on the 31st when we got the news. This war took a wonderful man. I never let them forget my big brother.
Christian
February 15, 2012
The best brother and soldier in this world. I miss you more every day CJ. love u..,.
January 10, 2012
I love you CJ and miss you very very much. Mom
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January 4, 2012
CJ it seems many may have forgotten what you have given up.... I have not!! You will never be forgotten.... I love you always and forever promise........
Linda Bartok
December 15, 2011
To Anita,
Just a note to let you know I have you and remembrance of John in my thoughts at this special time of the year. Hope all is going well with you and your family.
Peggy Childers
October 31, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Charles J. McClain:
Please accept my remembrance of Charles on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
October 30, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Charles J. McClain:
Remembering Charles 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 11, 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
December 28, 2008
CJ - Merry Christmas my baby boy - I guess in a way you are the lucky one at Christmas time, I do believe that all of the Angels in Heaven gather on Christmas day to feast with our lord... I know that you were with him looking down to see all of your loved ones as you dined... You have been one of my true blessings in life... I miss you now and always ... MOM
Mathew Ross
December 2, 2008
i stair at the sky everynight to think that one day we can meet again,you can the moon almost everynight, i think of you a lot i have been trying to get in the army, and i have to studie my math,but no good so far,well i have to go i have to look for a job! luv you and miss you man,....................your cuz mat
This is my brother, Major Douglas Sloan, Killed in Action on 10/31/06 with Charles and Alex Oceguera
Van Sloan
November 11, 2008
On this veterans day you are especially thought of. You, Alex, and my brother Doug will never be forgotten by our family. Thank you for your service and may God be with you family always.
Anita Hone
November 3, 2008
2 years have passed since I have seen your beautiful face. The pain has not gone away, I miss you so much more than anyone could guess. You will be forever in my heart and soul. Until I see your smile again... Please know that I love you.. Mom
In Memory of Charles ~ (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 Charles, 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
Madge Staley
October 31, 2008
Thought about you all day today..
Miss You
Love
Aunt Madge and Uncle Russell
Peggy Childers
October 30, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Charles J. McClain:
Charles 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
Happy Birthday
Michael Iezzi
September 29, 2008
Charles,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kelly
September 4, 2008
Cj, You were taken before we could have that date... Lol.
You will be in our hearts for ever.
June 14, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt McClain!
Terry McClain Jr
May 26, 2008
C.J. As I got on my motorcycle Friday to ride to the wall In Washington D.C. for memorial day you were on my mind. Every mile we rode I though about the cost of freedom the price we pay to watch the flag as it blows in the wind. The price you paid for trying to free othere people so they could see how truely great freedom is. The stories that I have heart about you from your mother tell a story of a proud, strong man. The story told about you at the funeral home were the stories of a proud soldier, a leader, a solid squared away soldier who put the mission first and formost. Now as you rest in GODS hands know that your job is done you did it well, rest in peace brother. Know that all who have met you still miss you. You are in our prayers and our hearts on this memorial day!
christian manley
May 20, 2008
I LOVE YOU BUB!! MISS YOU!!!!!!!
Mathew ROSS
March 12, 2008
whats up man,its your cuz mathew,i keep haven dreams about you when you live with your uncle ronnie(as you called him),man i truely miss you man,im moving to tampa F.L. man! i want to start over,but it is hard,i have been trying to get in the army for the past 3 years,ever since i talk to you two weeks before you ummmmm,ya,i feel the same way you do man,if im in the army i am seen in the army as a hero,not as a civilyan,sorry cant spell,but anyways i miss you man,and god speed
CJ and his sisters Sept.22, 1990
February 14, 2008
Christian Manley
February 13, 2008
BUB,
I love and miss you.I wish you wre still here to hold us up with your smile. Happy Valentines Day I LOVE YOU BUBBIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I NEVER LET THEM FORGET NEVER THANK YOU THANK YOU
Yvette Onwudiwe
November 6, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. I was shocked to say the least to have run accross SGT McClain's page and to learn that he had passed on. I inprocessed Ft. Drum the same time he did, I went on R&R the same time he did and sat next to him on the plane ride to Kuwait. He was an interesting man and seemed to be very genuine in conversation. as I wrote for my friends who passed over there I now add your family to my prayers and that you to will have peace in time. God's continued blessing on your family and his children.
mathew ross
November 2, 2007
whats up buddie,(cuz) hay man,its mat, it might be late but happy birthday,i havent had a computer lately,me and the family miss you man.well see you in the after life man, love you man,peace
Madge Staley
October 31, 2007
CJ,
It has been a year today since you left us.
But you are in a much better place.
You are with your Grandfather- Great Grandparents and many others.
My heart breaks for your Mom.
Think of you all the time.
Love You
Aunt Madge & Uncle Russ
Michael iezzi
October 1, 2007
Charles,
Happy Belated Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
August 22, 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)
August 2, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt McClain and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Andi Manley
July 8, 2007
C.J. i never knew about this site so i never got 2 sign or read it..we will miss you...watch over us all...especially all the kids..and mom...she needs it...love you always big bro...love your little sis..andi and Katrina, Noah, Hayden, Zayah and Lakota.
Chrissy Manley
June 8, 2007
Hey Bub
I miss and I love 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
Kelly L
January 27, 2007
cj you are deeply missed.. i wake up still to this day thinking you will leave me a offline to make me smile.. my heart goes out to your family.. sorry for waiting so long to write this but i just thought about ya and wanted to send you sumthing... im very proud of you and i will see you someday in heaven untill then i know your a angel looking over us all... rest in peace ....
Lee Sirotnak
January 26, 2007
Please accept our condolences for your loss. May God ease your pain and give you strength in this difficult time. We will keep you in our prayers, that you find comfort in God’s love and joy in the memory of your Soldier, Charles.
maggie mcpheat
January 21, 2007
cj brought a lightness to my heart that i never knew could exist. he is my hero, and forever will be. although i can no longer hear his voice, i will never forget it. it soothes me still.
i will see you again, my friend. until then, your memory will be with me each and every day. i miss you so much.
Chrissy Manley
December 18, 2006
MY BIG BROTHEr
Noone will ever know the joy you brought to my life. You were the one who tried to hold us all together in rough times. CJ i would have never asked for a diffrent brother. I miss you so much. You are my hero you have been since we where kids. I love you bub.
Christian Manley
December 11, 2006
TO MY BIG BROTHER
I will love you forever. One day I will see you again soon. You are the reason I am still here today. I WILL NEVER LET ANYONE FORGET YOU
YOUR BABY SISTER
December 3, 2006
Let us not forget what we have, why we have it, and to whom it is owed. My prayers are with all who knew and loved this brave young soldier. May you find peace in the days ahead and may the Lord who gave you the gift of his life, also bring healing to your hearts. Debbie (AL)
mathew ross
December 1, 2006
life is good life is great,don't put your head down,keep it up straght
cody vosper
November 30, 2006
sorry for your loss and thank you for everything
Sheila Bohanon
November 30, 2006
I am very sorry for the pain that you and your family are going through. I am Mat Ross' teacher and I know he was deeply upset by the passing of C.J. We talk about C.J. a lot since he passed and Mat has shared all the articles he finds on C.J. with our class. Our school, Pen Argyl High School, had a moment of silence during our Veterans' Day assembly in honor or C.J. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all!!!
Mom
November 21, 2006
CJ, I can not tell you in words how much I love you, I hope that you only knew that I would have given my life for you. My heart is breaking every day and I miss you so very much. Sleep well my baby, until we meet again. I LOVE YOU & MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH. Mom
Pat Loenzen
November 20, 2006
McClain Family & All Loved Ones: I am so very sorry about the loss of your precious loved one. Even tho I did not know him personally, it makes me very sad & I grieve with you as does America. Please remember, he fought & died for a WORTHY CAUSE. His sacrifice was not in vain & God will make it right somehow, someway. Trust in Him. Those of us who have or had loved ones in Iraq & Afghanistan or some other dangerous place do understand. Some more than others of us. So we share in your grief. & how we appreciate what this precious, courageous soldier stood for!!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank You! God Bless You & help you hour by hour each day.
Madge Staley
November 20, 2006
Anita- My prayers and thoughts are with you always. CJ was such a good little boy and I remember him as a JR usher in Suzie's wedding. He helped me a lot that day. And he grew up to be such a great man. I know that your heart is breaking but with time it will heal. Just remember that CJ will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN by any of us. We owe him so much for what he has done for all of us. Remember God is by your side and helping you.
Van Sloan
November 19, 2006
Dear McClain Family,
We are very saddened to hear of the loss of CJ. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. My brother, Major Doug Sloan, was in the vehicle with CJ and lost his life as well. We will never forget the sacrifice they have made for this country and all of us. Know that CJ is and always will be a hero to all. Our family is sorry for the loss of CJ. We will grieve his loss and the loss of all soldiers lost in battle.
Jamie Graves
November 19, 2006
Thoughts and prayers to his family..
Saddened that we have lost another fine soldier.. He will NEVER be forgotten..Land of the free,because of the brave..
Jamie(Navy wife)
Susan holbrook
November 18, 2006
Charles looked like a very special person. I had 2 sons who served in Iraq at the same time and I can only imagine the sadness your family is going through. My sincere smypathy and prayers are extended to you and your family in this tragic loss of your love one. I also send my deepest respect to your love one for the sacrifice that he gave in serving his country. May God wrap HIS arms around you and comfort you.
Carol Mazelli
November 17, 2006
To The Family of Sgt. Charles McClain. Please except my heartfelt sympathy. I lost a grandson in Iraq from an IED and I feel your pain. May God help to ease your pain and someday bring you to a better place. God Bless your family.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 17, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the McClain family in the loss of Charles. I did not know Charles,(I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 53 yrs.) 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. Charles 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~
pat Brannon
November 16, 2006
To The Family of Sgt. Charles McClain.
I did not know your son, but my heart grieves for your loss, another bright star has been entered in the universe.
My grandson has been deployed to Afganistan, he wrote , we need to help the people, we are here for
freedom and we need to save a way of life.
Your son will be welcomed in heaven by all the soldiers before him that gave their all. What a parade there will be.
From the lakes,
From the hills,
From the sky,
All is well, safely rest,
God is nigh.
May God Bless You and Heal the hole in your heart, he will alway be in your heart, because you gave
him his heart.
Cindy Kocian
November 14, 2006
To the Family of SGT Charles J. McClain,
I am so very sorry for your loss. As an American, and the mother of a soldier currently deployed, I want to extend to you my heartfelt sorrow for your loss. Be very proud of what this fine young man did to serve his country and to protect the very freedom that we all have. If it was not for his sacrifice, and commitment to our country every thing precous ,to us, would not exist. My prayers and thoughts will be with you. God Bless you. Take care of yourself. I am sure Charles would want that.
devin ashmore
November 14, 2006
Cj, you are within my prayers. What you did was a very brave and heroic thing. i would like to thank you for what you did overseas. I really appreciate what you did for our country.
Barbara Jurinko
November 14, 2006
Andi
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I never met CJ, but I know he was a hero. I know what you're going through and my heart goes out to you. Noah sends his love. Barb, Noah and Mike
Jeri Rogers
November 14, 2006
My nephew served in the 10th Mountain Division and was wounded in Afghanistan, and these soldiers are my heroes. Sgt McClain will never be forgotten. God Bless the McClain family.
November 13, 2006
mathew Ross
November 13, 2006
im sorry for everything that happened and i sware that i will join the army in memberince of cj.
Joanne
November 12, 2006
I grieve Charles' loss as a loss for each and every American who knows the meaning and blessings of freedom. A soldier is one person who earns the respect of many, but the recognition of too few. God Bless each of you and thank you for Charles' honorable life.
Mike Copenhaver
November 12, 2006
Anita and Family,
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family are in our prayers.
missy
November 11, 2006
Sorry to here about your loss.Even though i dont know you my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brock Hamilton
November 11, 2006
A true American hero.
Shirley White
November 10, 2006
To the McClain family:
My husband and I grieve with you. We lost a son last year while serving in Afghanistan. He was from Fort Bragg, N.C. Even today, his loss hurts as much as when it happened. Your family is in our prayers.
Beth Smith
November 10, 2006
Anita and family
Im so sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can still remember the day when CJ returned from his first tour and you bought him to Aetna. Im glad I had the chance to meet and thank him for a job well done. Thank you for giving me that opportuntiy. He will never be forgotten He is a hero to all of us. Thank you for raising such a wonderful young man.
Again my thoughts and prayers are with all of you God Bless
Beth Smith (former Aetna employee)
erica boehme (linda bartok's god daughter)
November 10, 2006
Thank- You for serving our country! I didnt know you, but you are a hero for us all!
Laurie Schrager
November 10, 2006
Dear Anita and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about CJ. My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time and always. May you always celebrate his life and have comfort knowing that he is with the lord.
God Bless you,
Laurie Schrager (past Aetna employee)
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 Charles. I grieve your loss, I'm 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 CJ's memory.
Debbie Whitfield
November 10, 2006
Please accept my sympathies on the loss of your loved one. I know that words will not make the pain go away, only time will dull the ache that you feel right now. The country shares in your loss and mourns with you. I lost my son-in-law, Spec. Robert E. Hall, Jr. in June of last year so I know the pain you feel. God bless you and keep you in his loving arms in your time or sorrow.
Carol Campbell
November 10, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Bartok
November 9, 2006
Anita and Family, my heart breaks from sorrow at your tremendous loss. Mere words cannot express the grief I feel for you. Yet, in the middle of our despair, I choose to celebrate CJ’s wonderful life. He will always be our hero…not only for how he chose to serve this country with such great courage and valor, but also for being:
* The Son who made his Mother laugh, and filled her spirit with such joy and love as only CJ could do…and the Son who was so proud of his wonderful Mother for her strength, her gentle loving heart, and her tremendous spirit.
* The Father who gave his sons a lasting legacy of what it really means to be a man – someone filled with compassion, with the bravery to love, with the daring to embrace life and all the challenges it holds.
* The Brother, Grandson, and Uncle who had a way of bringing the family together, a way of putting his arms around you to build a place where you felt appreciated, understood, and loved just for being you.
* The Friend who was always there for you with a shoulder to lean on, and with the spirit to join in the celebrations of life and friendship.
* The Soldier who was an inspiration to his comrades and such an honorable American.
* The Child of God who is now being embraced in the arms of Angels, and whose spirit is being led into glorious salvation by Jesus Christ our Lord.
And a special message for Anita, “I wish I could make your pain disappear; make your world right once more. I wish I could say some magic word to make you feel happy again. I wish I could give you a rainbow and make your tears go away. I wish I could do so much more than just say: I am your friend and I am I here if you need me.” (by D. Wayland)
Know that I embrace you with my heart through thoughts and prayers. May God bring you peace in your sorrow, and may you always know He is there with Love for you always.
With love and sympathy, Linda
A GRATEFUL AMERICAN
November 9, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Lori Labrum
November 9, 2006
Anita and family-
I know how proud you were of C.J.. This is a very great loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I will always think of C.J. as the HERO that he was. Love to the family
November 9, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your son/grandson/brother/father who was taken from this earth much too early. May God watch over you and keep you close to His heart. Just know that he as a true HERO in every sense of the word.
Chris Barth
November 9, 2006
Joe, Lew and my thought's and prayers goes out to you and your family. God Bless...
Gary Allain
November 8, 2006
Sgt. Charles McClain
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
November 8, 2006
To the Family of Sgt. Charles McClain:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and 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 as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever 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 your 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 soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Michael Iezzi
November 8, 2006
Father we entrust our brother Charles to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
November 8, 2006
Our heartfelt condolences to the McClain family, we share your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Sgt. McClain thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice for our nation, you will never be forgotten, you are an American Hero.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held
Peace, peace, and farewell..."
Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)
email [email protected]
San Antonio, Texas
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
November 8, 2006
Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux,
Henryk Zaleski USN-Ret)
November 8, 2006
Rest in peace.The paradise was yours before your time.
Phyllis Schuster
November 7, 2006
Please know that no one can pretend to feel just what you do at this moment. I know only what I did when I heard that my son, Benjamin Schuster, was killed in Ramadi Iraq on Feb. 25, 2006. I have written on several guestbooks, trying to say that I have been there. Tomorrow is my son's 22ns birthday, and the first since his death in Iraq. We have a long road to travel, one that will never end in this life. We will carry with us this wound forever. I want you to know that there are so many others who are with you, and will continue to be for all time. Over time, many others have cared, and emailed me, and shared the burden in miraculous ways. Yes, we would give it all for our child as they gave too much for us. Yes, Charles gave too much for all of us, in our names. He is one of those who we all spoke about in abstract, a HERO. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family on this day, and all days to come.
Love from the family of Benjamin C. Schuster KIA Ramadi Iraq 25th February 2006
Trudy Lowe
November 7, 2006
My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts. We are the land of the free because of the brave.
Garnet Jenkins
November 7, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Sgt. Charles Mcclain.
The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May Charles rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord be with the McClain family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May the memories of Charles live in your heart always.
Softly and slowly....
Time heals...
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