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for Shawn English
Louie Renew
May 26, 2025
Shawn, we remember you and honor the ultimate sacrifice that you made for us in Iraq and in service to our nation. Your courage and selflessness will never be forgotten, my brother in arms.
COL (R) LaRossa
May 23, 2025
I work at a private school in Savannah and today around Saunders Field are pictures the fallen from OIF, OEF and other Wars.
God Bless your family. You are not forgotten.
COL (R) LaRossa
KEVIN GRIFFIS "Griffy"
May 3, 2025
Hey Capt'n English, I shore do miss you my Brother. Not a day goes by that I dont think of you. You being in Bagdad and me doing the same as you at FOB DAGGER Tikrit. Years from 90-95 were special . "TOUJOURS PRET" Always Ready Sir! SFC Grandpa "Griffy"
Shane Royse
February 25, 2025
Thinking of you, my great friend and teammate at New Albany High. Love ya
Louie Renew
December 4, 2024
Shawn, as each year rolls by, you are not forgotten my friend. The memories are still fresh in my mind. It is strange, how those days don't fade, but are forever etched in my mind. I always know when I get close to this time of year. I miss you and the others.
Dan Alaniz
December 4, 2024
It´s been a minute, Time move forward yet the moment stand still fresh As of yesterday. You never forgotten, brother, and the world is a better place because of your sacrifice. Scorpion 3-CPT Dan Alaniz
COL(R) Paul Gass
December 3, 2024
Hey Brother,
It´s zero-dark-thirty and while everyone is still sleeping, you´re on my mind,
18 years since that fateful day...I miss you Brother.
RLTW!
COL(R) Paul Gass
Lou Renew
May 30, 2024
The days and years roll by, but I do not forget you.
Tony
May 27, 2024
Never forgotten, still in my daily thoughts and prayers.
Lou
December 7, 2023
Shawn, just thinking of you brother. The years go by, but you are not forgotten.
Scorpion 3
December 6, 2023
Never Forgotten. The 3rd came around, I sat in my car thinking of this day years ago. Sadness. I sat there shared with my family who yiu are, showed them your picture in the Army Times. So happy you smiled. Never Forgotten!
COL Paul Gass
December 4, 2023
Hey Ranger Buddy,
Seventeen years since that fateful day, and I still struggle with you being gone. This is the first time I´ve ever been able to write to you...and for that, I´m sorry Brother. Even now, this is difficult.
I miss you Shawn...love ya Brother.
RLTW!
COL (retired) Paul Gass
Scorpion 3
May 31, 2023
Brother, your sacrifice to the Division Team, your supporting me at the Bde, breakfasts, you´re never forgotten.
SFC Griffis(Grandpa)
May 29, 2023
Well my Brother another crap day has passed. This Memorial Day sucked like all the past 16 since you have been gone. Just want you to know that you aint forgotten Captn. I miss you and all my other Brothers we lost, the world is a much sadder place with out you. Peace to you and your beloved family "May the Lord Bless them and keep them safe for all time" miss you and all your smiles. SFC Griffy
SGT. Griffy, Grandpa
August 8, 2021
Dang Brother it never gets any easier. I had packed away all my Army stuff and am in the process of moving and Lo and behold I came across Ft Lewis awards and certificates and what do I find? That picture of You, Spc. Voorhies, Sgt Toney, and myself at the drinking establishment down on the water in Seattle after I got back from JTF- Bravo Honduras. Damn we looked GOOD!! We had the world in front of us and were gonna do great and wonderful things in the Army and the civilian world. You my Brother are always in thoughts, I often tell my daughter and son about you and what sacrifice you made for them, me and all Americans to this day. Captain English I have one regret and that is I never got to render that Salute to you that you earned and deserved from this crusty old NCO. So I stand now in my Dress Greens , all awards and decarations and SALUTE you SIR! " TOUJOUR PRET" "ALWAYS READY" Keep Everyone straight up there Captn English we miss you much down here. Peace to your beloved family! GO BUCKEYES and WAR EAGLE from GrandPa/ SGT Griffy
Dan Alaniz
May 31, 2021
Brother, you are never forgotten. Thank you for all the great breakfasts together. Your Brother. D.Alaniz, Scorpion 3
Karla & Stephen Bell
May 31, 2021
Missed but never forgotten
Tony
September 11, 2019
18 years ago today we were diving in DC, I will never forget what said. I miss and love you brother. I pray for your family daily. T
William Fejeran
May 27, 2019
Never forgotten.
Fejeran, USAF
Louie Renew
December 1, 2018
Shawn, you are always in my memory. Not ever forgotten. Always a Brother in Arms. God bless and keep your family well..
Sylvia Harris
November 30, 2018
English, it was a pleasure serving with you. RIP and my sincere condolences to the family.
Sylvia Harris
Fort Polk, LA 2nd ACR
Tony Pesson
May 26, 2017
Thinking of you this Memorial Day weekend. It was an honor to serve with you, in every sense of the word.
Eli Adriano
March 24, 2017
You're missed brother, despite the short time we served together you were the biggest and best impact in my military career, your loss still brings me to tears. You are still the best man I've ever met and will never be forgotten.
Bill Balogh
December 28, 2016
Shawn, Miss you brother....rarely a day goes by that I'm not thinking of you and cherishing our friendship.
Daniel Alaniz
December 3, 2016
You have never been forgotten Brother! Never. CPT Daniel Alaniz, Scorpion 3, BDE MiTT, Iraqi Army, 9th Div
Lou Renew
November 29, 2016
Brother, I still remember the that day in Iraq. The next couple of days hurt so much, trying to work and knowing that you were gone. You were a awesome man, we thought so much of you. I miss you and still think of you so much at this time of year. I have never been able to go visit your spouse and children, it is just to much to bear. The pain inside is still pretty raw. I finally retired and settled down in Washington State. My daughters have grown up and have children of their own. I wished a full life for you to my friend. This always pulls me apart on the inside.. I pray for your family brother.. I met up with one of the guys on your team, he was stationed with me here at JBLM and he eventually married one of my female friends. I will never forget you..
KEVIN GRIFFIS
November 16, 2016
Hey Brother its really hard for me to type this in between sniffling and wiping the tears away.Its that season again and everytime I see that picture of you in Taji I think to myself I was only two months behind you on a MITT Team myself going thru same training.You got sent to Bagdad and me to Tikrit. I have a 8yr old son who is a baseball prodigy.He is being recruited to play for Josh Willingham who played pro ball. in Florence Alabama. Point is I get to see him and you missed all of your sons milestones.It hurts brother it hurts so bad to think of these things. Seems like Ft Lewis and Ft Polk was just yesterday,yes you are the only one to take me up on calling me anything you wanted at Ft Polk. Yes SGT Asswhole still loves you man and I will try to get to New Albany on Dec 3 to Honor you dog.. I am so sorry I have not been down to see Trish and your guys every time I get the balls I chicken out. Guess its my way of not accepting reality.yea Griffy misses you and that weird little smile you had. 'Toujours Pret" and "Tropic Lighting"
July 29, 2015
My condolences to the family of Shawn England, sorry for your loss.
Micah 4:3,4
May 27, 2015
Another tough memorial weekend, thinking of you and others lost. I also cant watch a St Louis Cardinals game without thinking that you got drafted by them, that is awesome! But thats just the type of person you are.
Miss you and LOVE you brother, DEEP SEA, Tony
Nan Koch
May 26, 2015
Thinking of Shawn and his family this weekend. Remember him as boy playing t-ball and that young man when he graduated.He aways made his family proud. Thank you for your service.
Karla & Stephen Bell
May 25, 2015
Thinking of you today, our dear friend.
Lynn Stovall
May 26, 2014
My husband Sgt Jeffery Stovall was serving with Cpt English when he passed. He is the first one my husband speaks of when asked about soldier friends he has lost. Cpt English impacted his life greatly and your family is in our hearts.
Lu Ann: Joplin
May 26, 2014
Today I was watching a video clip from Cincinnati Channel 12 that contained a picture of my stepdaughter and her son at a Voice of America event. They were panning the field and then stopped on one memorial and it was Shawn's. They stayed on it for several seconds. I had been thinking of all of you at church yesterday and this was so unreal. I was Shawn's dental hygienist at PCB. He sure loved you all a lot.
Karla & Stephen Bell
May 25, 2014
Thinking if you and your family this Memorial Day. Thank you for your military service. We miss you and think of you so often.
February 4, 2014
Hi Trish, you and the boys remain in my thoughts and prayers.. Andy and I have remained brothers, never forgetting Shawn and you.. Only wish I could have kept my promise to you.
Nan Koch
December 18, 2013
I watched Sean grow up. He played sports with my son, Christopher. His parents were at all his games. They raised a wonderful young man who was taken from his family far to soon.
Karla Bell
May 27, 2013
Missing you and thinking of you today, Shawn.
Charlie Gili
April 20, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the English Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
January 1, 2013
How fortunate for those who knew Shawn. I will forever be grateful to Shawn for his service and sadly his sacrifice for this Country. My prayers for his family and those who were affected by this loss.
Monty Montgomery
June 15, 2012
It has taken me years to accept this reality and even today as I write this I am sadden and stun. To think that a strong, loving, caring, humorous, intelligent and well liked soul has been promoted so high in ranks, God loves and loved him. Please know that I was Shawn first permanment duty station squad leader, Platoon Sgt. When I found out that he play baseball, I quickly thought him the game of softball and we played together from 1991 through the time he was discharged and went back to school, only to see him again in 1997/98 issuing him gear for his ROTC training at Ft.Lewis CIF. We huged, chatted and shared wonderful memories and I will have all those memories to hold and capture in my mind. He was a buck private first class when we first met, but he excel through the ranks because of hard work ethics, commitment and dedication to his family and country. He was a proud man, a little hot headed sometimes but thats what made him unique and very special to me and many others. When I first heard about his tradegy, I refused to beleive it because of who he is and was. I stayed away from searching because I didnt want to know but deep inside the Lord had already given me the answer. we had some good times and the pictures I will look at and enjoy our memories we created. To his loving family, I have never met. The names of your children speaks volume of the type of man you married Trish. The names Nathan, Noah and Austin, how beautiful and powerful names to bear. Yes, he will always be remembered, as many others that I found to be at rest that I once had the honor and privilege to have met and to have served our country. God bless all who currently in the Armed forces. He is our Rock and our Shelter.
SFC Wood
May 28, 2012
I was Shawn's battle-buddy. I was with Shawn as he ate his last steak dinner in Gatesville with his wife. I was on a MiTT team that Shawn was a valued team member. I had one on one personal conversations with Shawn in theatre. We know each other...today I honor Shawn and his life. We was a good man, good father, good husband but a great friend. I miss you. Woody
Mary Ann Booher
May 27, 2012
Always remembered.
Karla & Stepehn Bell
May 26, 2012
As Memorial Day draws near we think of Shawn daily and are thankful for all the great memories. We were blessed to have him in our lives for a brief time. Best wishes to his family.
Mary Ann Booher
December 6, 2011
Still in my thoughts and prayers. Always. Ms. Boo
Shawn English
December 5, 2011
Captain Shawn English 2006 Iraq
Shawn English
December 5, 2011
Peggy Childers
December 4, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Shawn L. English:
Please accept my remembrance of Shawn on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Curt Daily
December 3, 2011
Today, Dec 3, 2011 is the 5th anniversary of Shawn being gone. Deeply missed by his family. He was and is someone who I deeply respected and loved, not only as an outstanding soldier but as a wonderful father and husband. Fortunately, he mentored and guided many young soldiers with wisdom and knowledge that belied his young age.
His motto "The harder right over the easier wrong"
He must be very proud that his three sons are being raised as he would want.
Deeply missed by all.
Curt & Bev Daily, father-in-law and mother-in-law
Tony B
May 31, 2011
Deep Sea Brother, not a day passes without a prayer for your family. Shawn is now 6 months old and big, I will do my best to raise him like you. God, Family and Country.
Stephen & Karla Bell
May 28, 2011
Another Memorial Day...Shawn, you are never far from our thoughts.Thank you for serving our country and thank you for sharing your precious time with us. We miss you sweet friend.
April 28, 2011
Shawn, Your friends in the Pacific Northwest miss you and think of you often. You are in our prayers.
Cris Lafferty & Eileen Morrison
April 19, 2011
To CPT English's Family,
I just wanted to let you know that I often think of CPT English. I was a part of the Iraqi Security Division Team with the 1 CAV DIV and remember him well. His name surfaces to the top of my head often. He was a brave Warrior and great American.
God Bless
v/r
COL Richard La Rossa
Chris Shaner
December 15, 2010
Hey, buddy, please watch out for my little sister.
nathan english
December 9, 2010
i love you dad you will never be forgotten your son, nathan
Peggy Childers
December 3, 2010
To the family and friends of Capt. Shawn L. English:
Remembering Shawn 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
Chris Shaner
December 2, 2010
Four years today, and I miss you like it was yesterday. You are never forgotten.
Stephen & Karla Bell
November 13, 2010
Gone but never forgotten. Remembering you with love.
Chris Shaner
November 11, 2010
You are not forgotten this Veterans Day. You fought the good fight, now rest in peace.
j c
August 29, 2010
Shawn you are my Hero... Doc C
August 10, 2010
Shawn,
Just telling a buddy of mine about you today. Miss you.
Roger Hill
Chris Voorhies
June 7, 2010
We missed you when we went to see James & Kate, we had a moment when we all thought of you, we love and miss you and your family so
Chris & Claire Voorhies
Shane royse
May 31, 2010
God Bless you Sean, I will never forget those friday night football games together.
Greg Daniel
May 31, 2010
"Chose the Harder right over the easier wrong" Everyday, Brother.
I'll never forget.
Rest in Peace.
"...the LORD binds up the bruises of his people and heals the wounds he inflicted." Isaiah 30:26
May 29, 2010
Memories burn bright and I will always see Shawn as the smiling, sleepy Dad
getting his oldest off to school. Trish
Nathan, Noah the Ninja and Austin you are always in my prayers.
Ms Boo
Chris Shaner
May 29, 2010
Another Memorial Day. Rest in Peace, buddy. You are not forgotten.
LTC Dion Bates
May 29, 2010
Not a day goes by that I don't remember Shawn, or how I was involved. Ironically, when I deployed to Iraq on a MiTT team (advisor group) in 2007, I worked with Iraqi officers and interpreters who worked with Shawn, and were with him when he died. They loved him, and shared wonderful stories about his passion, his professionalism, and his kind nature. He was loved by everyone who worked with him. On FOB Al Rasheed, the MiTT building was named in his honor, and I could barely keep my emotions in check when I saw the memorial sign. I am so, so very sorry. My prayers are with you every single day.
Stephen & Karla Bell
May 28, 2010
We're nearing another Memorial Day... and, like every other day, the tears still come as we remember Shawn and how much we miss him. We will always love Shawn and his memory will live in our hearts forever. May his family have lives filled with goodness, happiness and warm memories of an exceptional man. Thank you, Shawn.
Donna Gillette
December 24, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Lindsay Henderson
December 22, 2009
Trisha-
My sincerest condolences to you, Nathan, Noah, and Austin. I pray that God will always be the comfort in your sorrow, the strength in your difficult times, and may He fill you with love that you may know you are never alone. You and the boys are always with me, and you will always be in my prayers.
Shawn is one of the best men I've ever known whose character encouraged me to be a better person and Soldier. I thank God each day for influence you all have had in my life, and hope that in all we do we can honor his memory and sacrifice.
May God bless and keep you,
Lindsay
SP4 Nilburn Stepp
December 8, 2009
The scecific you made on 3 December 2006 happen's to be durning deer shot gun season. On that day my friend randy and I spoke of you. Randy and I servied in the army togeather. We did't get any deer this week, but we had a hell of alot of fun. Life is a wonderful gift and that gift you gave to America. I want to thank you Shawn and your family for my gift of life.
Chris Shaner
December 4, 2009
It's been 3 years now. Each day still hurts as much as the one before. I'm going back over next week, but knowing that you still have my back makes it a little easier.
December 4, 2009
In my prayers as always
MS Boo
Trisha Klawe
December 4, 2009
Dear Trish,
I did not know Shawn first hand. Rather, I am a relative of Chris Hurst. You and Austin, Nate and Noah are in my prayers. If there is anything specific we can pray for please let us know. Thank you for the price you and your family paid, and continue to pay daily for protecting us. trisha klawe
December 3, 2009
Today, three years ago, I lost a friend and mentor. Shawn taugh me so much. I will never forget, we will never forget.
Trish, Nate, Noah and Austin, our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Greg, Ellen, Marshall and Maddie
Karla & Stephen
November 12, 2009
Shawn, we will never forget the sacrifice you made for your country. You and your family will always be in your thoughts. Still missing you. Karla & Stephen
November 12, 2009
Always remembered.
Ms Boo
November 11, 2009
Many fond memories on this Veterans Day, and every day. You forever epitomize the American Soldier. Still in the fight!
May 25, 2009
Still missing you and remembering you with love. Thank you Shawn for serving our country. Love, Karla & Stephen
Kenna Larra
February 24, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. 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 1,500 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
Jonathan Wood
February 10, 2009
Its been a few years sence that day and the time has gone by and they say time heals all, but I still rember that day to well and sometime it still wears my heart down, I did not get to capt english long but for the time I did I considerd him a great man, I was with shawn they day we lost him, I was his gunner in his vech and as time went on I thought I was ok with what happen and as time goes on I dont feel that way anymore. I dont understand why god takes the ones he does and its not ment for us to know, but looking back on that day god blessed by keeping me alive and in a way I feel guilty in this moment, but we all have propose in life, but I miss shawn and I wish his family well I wish I couyld tell them myself how much he impacted my life in the time I knew him.
In Memory of Shawn ~ (Debra Estep)
December 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 Shawn, 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
Ms Boo
December 3, 2008
I will never forget.
Peggy Childers
December 3, 2008
To the family of Capt. Shawn L. English:
Shawn 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
Chris Shaner
December 2, 2008
Another year has come and gone, but I have thought about you each of the past 366 days. Sometimes it seems like only yesterday, other times like 100 years. I will never forget you. You served us well, you gave your all. You are not, and will never be, forgotten.
Karla Bell
November 13, 2008
Thinking of you on Veteran's Day.
We miss you. God Bless your family.
Chris Shaner
November 11, 2008
I was so honored to serve with Shawn in Iraq. We spent countless hours on the night shift bantering back and forth about everything under the sun. I think about him and the times we shared, some good and others bad, but we got through. Remember the time we got lost in Doura? You got me out of that one, Buddy, and I still owe you! You are in my thoughts and dreams, and your family is in my prayers.
SHANE ROYSE
July 9, 2008
HEY BRO,WE PLAYED SIDE BY SIDE FRIDAY NIGHT.WE LOST WE WON,BUT WE WALKED OFF THE FIELD AS WINNERS.THOSE DAYS I WILL HOLD ONTO FOR LIFE.THANKS FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AS A FRIEND AND A TEAMATE.THANKS FOR GIVING YOUR LIFE FOR MY KIDS AND FAMILY.I LOVE YOU
June 15, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Capt English!
Karla & Stephen Bell
May 25, 2008
Shawn, Another year has passed but you were never far from our thoughts. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. We honor you this Memorial Day.
Mrs. M Lyons
May 25, 2008
Words alone cannot express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude we have for you Shawn and your family. Your unselfish love for your country and the lives of others has placed a impressive mark on our hearts.
We have a small flag with your name on it given to us by First Baptist of Orlando in honor of Memorial Day Ceremonies of 2007. We took it along with two other fallen soldiers and with the crowd walked out to a large field and placed it along side thousands of others. We know your in the arms of Jesus, but prayed for your family and loved ones.
We went back to retrieve your colors and the other two. On this Memorial Day of 2008, I placed your picture with your colors to diplay each Memorial Day to come.
Today we prayed for you family and loved ones and thanked God for you. Placed it outside for everyone to see in your honor as we will continue to make it a tradition for Memorial Days to come.
You will not be forgotten.
Rest in Peace...
KEVIN GRIFFIS
May 18, 2008
Shawn,PFC English,Spc English,CPT English.
Brother I knew you when you were coming up thru the E side of the house at Ft Lewis A Co 199th Infantry.We became good friends right when I got there from Desert Shield/Storm that group of water dogs was a motley crew at best.We played a lot of softball together and always thought our college team was the best your Buckeyes and my Auburn Tigers.We stayed together from 91 to 95 splitting up at FT Polk when I got recruiting duty and you got Ft Living room.Young man you did alot from that time on.What I remember most is you were the first one to call me when I pinned SFC back in 2001.You filled me in on your new wonderful family that had come into your life.Buddy you sounded so happy and we always said we would get together and I would give you that salute from a SR. NCO that you deserved.When I found myself in Hawaii with the 25th In Div I looked you up on AKO and called you in Jan 2006.You told me about your wonderful family and all about your career that was on a fast track to great things.We talked for a while and you told me we would get together when we both got back from Iraq me from the MiTT team and you from your assignment.It is with great sorrow that I ran into one of your Dive soldiers and they told me of your loss.We as soldiers do not look at the fallen warrior list for fear of becoming one of them. That is why this tribute is so late. Shawn I still see your smile and you saying "come on Granpa lets get it done"Shawn I am proud to say that you were and still are a true friend and I grieve for you and your family.I am so sorry I just found out about your passing .Brother I have been thinking of all the good times we had in washington at Lewis and at Ft Polk they just keep popping into my mind.Thanks for being my friend and showing all the other water dogs what it was truly all about.To your family I can tell them you were a good person and an outstanding soldier. "TOUJER PRET" "ALWAYS READY" 2ND Armored Cavalry Regiment. Peace SFC Kevin Griffis
Shawn 2006 Taji Iraq
February 18, 2008
Hales Family
December 6, 2007
A year ago a great man returned to his Father in Heaven. We were blessed as a family to know him, but the world is blessed for the great family he leaves behind. Three sons who will do great things while on this earth, and his wife Tricia whom anyone that knows her truly loves and admires.
Families are Forever!
Mary Ann Booher
December 4, 2007
Trish,Nathan,Noah and Austin
I think of you often and keep you in my prayers.
Ms Boo
Karla & Steve
December 3, 2007
Heaven has been blessed a year now.
Shawn we miss you and love you.
Your legacy of honor will continue for generations.
Mario Logli
September 26, 2007
I served along side Shawn in Iraq. He was a great man and a great officer. He will be missed
August 4, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Capt English and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially heartbreaking to lose a fellow member of the Buckeye state. May God bless all of you!!
August 2, 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)
Stephen & Karla Bell
May 27, 2007
This Memorial Day is especially hard knowing that it is honoring our beloved Shawn. The world was truly a better place with you in it.
Not a day goes by that we don't miss you and think of you with pride and love.
Our heart goes out to Trisha and the boys and we know how proud you are of your incredible family. They are your legacy. Shawn, you made a huge contribution to the world. Thank you our dear friend.
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How to support Shawn's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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