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Jason Hamill Obituary
He was born Jan. 5, 1975 in New Haven to Richard and Sharon Norton Hamill. Jason grew up in Salem and graduated from the University of Connecticut before joining the Army in 1998.
He married Karen Nixon on July 30, 2005 in Rockwall, Texas and was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas before being deployed to Iraq in December 2005.
Survivors include his wife, Karen, of Texas; parents, Richard and Sharon Hamill, of Salem; a brother, Jeffrey Hamill, of Providence, R.I.; sisters, Stephanie de Lancastre and husband, Alexandre, of New Haven and Tonya Taday and husband, Alexander, of Manassas, Va.; and two nephews.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 6, in Texas. Burial was at Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery in Arlington, Texas.
A Memorial Service is planned for Saturday, December 16, at 11 am at St. Matthias Church, 317 Chesterfield Road, East Lyme.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Lyme High School Scholarship Association, P.O. Box 190, Niantic, CT 06357.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jason Hamill
j
April 23, 2025
I miss you, buddy. I was just thinking of the brief time I got to know you in the halls of Eddy 5-the laughs and jokes still remain a fond memory.
C
May 29, 2023
Not forgotten brother!
Once a Soldier Always a Soldier
May 26, 2013
Thanking of you and your family this memorial day. I am proud to have had a man like you, as my platoon leader. Essayons
May 7, 2013
In memory & honor of Jason. We will always be indebted to you for your service and sacrifice.
Merideth Mckiernan
November 14, 2012
Remembering you Jason . We'll always remember you and be greatful for your service and ultimate sacrifice
Keri
November 12, 2012
Miss you, love you....every day of every year that has passed.
Peggy Childers
November 26, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Jason R. Hamill:
Please accept my remembrance of Jason on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Elizabeth Lynn
November 25, 2011
Hi Jason, I'm happy to get to spend this time with your Mom, Dad and Jeffrey. And we spent Thanksgiving with Karen, Glenda and Bill. We stopped by today and will again tomorrow to see you. Still miss you alot and thinking of the rest of the kids!
Love, Aunt Beth
Merideth McKiernanSale
November 23, 2011
To the Hamill Family,
I will always remember Jason, and his service to and sacrifice for our country.
Keri DeCoster
November 21, 2011
Jason,
I think of you almost every day, and I know your wife and your family think of you at least several times a day. I miss our talks from the old days. No one has ever made me laugh the way you did. I know you're keeping them laughing in heaven. I'm still laughing at your hi-jinx. Love always, Keri
Paul DeCoster
November 21, 2011
To my friend, I will never forget you and will forever share our stories. So others can hear what a great and fun person you were. Thanks, for who you were and what you did for this country. Definitely my hero and everything I do is with you in mind,you will never be forgotten my friend.
Jim Fulford
November 12, 2011
Sir,
I miss our talks and your guidance you were one of the best men I have ever known.
Josh Ziel
November 11, 2011
Thank you for you selfless service. Thank you for your tireless leadership. Most importantly, thank you for your friendship. Our time hanging out at UCONN and serving in the 242nd together will always be fondly remembered.
Rob Pellegrini
November 10, 2011
Jason,
I will never forget you. Not a day passes that I don't think about meeting you and chatting about the changes in the Uconn campus and ROTC program. I will never forget what you did for the country, the dramatic impact you and your unit had on the battlefield over the course of your time there, and the selflessness you displayed in setting us up for success as the incoming unit. You were an amazing individual and Soldier, and you deserved the chance share your positive influence on this world for much longer than it allowed you. You're the motivation behind everything I strive for…
K Doleva
May 4, 2011
Sir,
It was an honor and privilege to serve with you in 3-67 AR. I am very proud of my time spent in 3-67. Mainly, it's because of serving with people like you and the other soldier's of 3-67 that paid the ultimate sacrifice. You are gone but never forgotten.
Respectfully,
Brenda Brown
January 22, 2011
I didn't personally know CAPT Jason Hamill, but I'm from Salem and live on the street that he grew up on. Thank you for serving and sacrificing for the US and Americans. Know that you are special, will always be remembered and honored.
Peggy Childers
November 26, 2010
To the family and friends of Capt. Jason R. Hamill:
Remembering Jason 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
James Copeland
May 27, 2010
Cpt Hamill was my CO while in 3/67 AR BN 4ID. Even though I left the company to go to 2-8INF. You were an inspiration. Rest in Peace Sir
MSG Jim Fulford
March 19, 2010
You were the best commander I have ever known I wish had been there when you needed me. You were a true leader and will always be remembered
CPL Kieran Carroll
March 1, 2010
CPT Hamill was my CO in Iraq. Take care, sir. Engineers lead the way!
Nancy Marin
February 20, 2010
To the Hamill Family,
I just found out about Jason's passing. We were in UCONN ROTC at the same time. I remember him having such pride in being a soldier and was so excited to become an officer.
I would like to extend my thoughts and prayers to the Hamill family.
Mary Phillips
November 27, 2009
Frosty, Sharon Karen & Families,
Thinking of all of you today. We remembered Jason in our Thanksgiving dinner prayer tonight, he'll live in all of our hearts forever! Love to all,
Mare
November 13, 2009
Cpt. Hamill was my co in Baghdad and I will never forget him. He is in my heart and I will always be proud of being under his command. Rest now, Sir. We got the rest. Easy riders, Mount UP!
Raymond Hall
August 14, 2009
Death, be not proud
Death, be not proud, though some have called thee
Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so;
For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow
Die not, poor Death, nor yet canst thou kill me.
From rest and sleep, which but thy pictures be,
Much pleasure; then from thee much more must flow,
And soonest our best men with thee do go,
Rest of their bones, and soul's delivery.
Thou art slave to fate, chance, kings, and desperate men,
And dost with poison, war, and sickness dwell,
And poppy or charms can make us sleep as well
And better than thy stroke; why swell'st thou then?
One short sleep past, we wake eternally
And death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die.
By John Donne
The Poetry Foundation
Randy Roberts
July 17, 2009
Captain Hamill
Your service was the first I attend as a Patriot Guard Rider. I returned from another mission today and was thinking of you and your family. I went to the link to see all the pictures from your service and thought others might like to see them also. Never Forgotten.
Link: http://news.webshots.com/album/556347319wsduvF
Dan Raboin
June 28, 2009
Jay,
For whatever reason, I have been thinking a lot about you this week. Maybe I was having ROTC flashbacks because I was trying to teach Navy, Air Force and Army Medical Students basic tactical skills. Every time they would screw something up, I remembered the funny things you used to say to me and my peers when we messed things up. You are the best motivator I ever met.
Thanks for the mentorhip, leadership, and most of all, friendship. Any time I have a rough day at school I think of you and drive on. You remind me of why I chose to go back to school: to provide good medicine in bad places for heros like you.
My heart felt sympathy goeas out to your family.
Thinking of you.
Aunt Beth
May 24, 2009
Hey Jay, thinking of you today as the Memorial Day holiday comes tomorrow. I'm just wondering, do they let you go "cow tipping" in Heaven?
Kenna larra
March 4, 2009
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Sincerely,
Kenna
Veronica Martinez
January 5, 2009
Karen, Jeff, Sharon, Frosty, Tonya, Steph and the entire Hamill family...On this special day, may the love of your family ease your pain. May the memories bring you laughter. May Jay's spirit bring you strength. Thinking of you all. Veronica Martinez
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
January 5, 2009
Jason,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
January 5, 2009
Jason,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
In Memory of Jason ~ (Debra Estep)
November 26, 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 Jason, 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
VáNessa Valentine Nixon
November 26, 2008
For the Hamill family ~
Sending caring thoughts to encourage you today. Jay is always in our thoughts and in our hearts. May you continue to find peace. Respectfully ~ Va'Nessa and Art Nixon
Erin Hernandez
November 26, 2008
On this sad anniversary, you are all in my thoughts.
Peggy Childers
November 26, 2008
To the family of Capt. Jason R. Hamill:
Jason 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
Mary Phillips
November 25, 2008
Dear Frosty, Sharon, Karen, Tonya, Jeff, Steph and Families,
Just wanted you to know I've been thinking of all of you the past few weeks. As tomorrow marks two years since your loss of Jason I still cannot properly articulate the sadness I feel in my heart for all of you....all of us. All I can think to say is thank you to Jason for giving the ultimate price so that we all can experience the free world. Jason, you'll live in our hearts forever! xoxo, Aunt Mary
elizabeth (hamill) lynn
November 17, 2008
Dear Sharon, Frost, Karen and family, I'm thinking of you guys and Jay, as the two year mark of losing him comes close. I still feel great sadness for all of us. I thought life would be so different than it is. Just know that I'm sure alot of people are thinking of you and Jay as well.
Jay, I'll come visit you at DFW Nat'l sometime over the long holiday weekend coming up. You're still with us buddy!
June 15, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Capt Hamill!
Gene Seiter
May 24, 2008
On Memorial Day weekend, I was thinking about Jason. I knew Jason at the advanced course in Fort Leonard Wood, he was one of my fellow students. He had a great sense of humor, and impressed me with his confidence and poise. I can see why his Soldiers thought so much of him. He must have been a fine commander. He is not forgotten.
To a true hero:
God Bless Jay and his family on Memorial Day!
Nick Sinclair
May 2, 2008
Jay was my Company Commander. I was the Scout Platoon Leader attached to his Engineer Company and worked with him daily from late FEB-NOV06. Although he was my superior, there was no one else I was closer to during that time. He was a leader who I really admired. When it came to decision-making he was deliberate and logical, yet he had no reservations in going head-to-head once he thought someone was being lazy or deceitful. He had guts and was devoted to his duty, often going out when he didn't have to. He easily led more patrols than any other Company Commander in the Battalion. His work saved countless lives in clearing the roads in East Baghdad of debris and bombs. It was easy to see the other leaders in the company losing their motivation and eagerness for the missions through the tour, myself included, but somehow he never displayed anything but an infinite drive to complete the mission. I spent a good deal of time with him because his sense of humor was brilliant and made those months in Baghdad bearable. He was also a good source for care packages and chewing tobacco, which I raided constantly. He was fanatically protective of those who belonged to him. I remember many occasions when he stuck up for me against superior leaders and took punishments on my behalf and never once did he lash out at me for it, even though he had every right to. On 26 November, 2006 I was crushed by his loss. I lost my Commander and friend. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about Jay. The world was robbed of a great man. I count myself lucky having been able to get to know him.
Erik Olson
April 27, 2008
I was Jason's roommate at UConn for a semester. Jason was a great friend of mine while I was there. I miss him very much.
Brooke Frey
March 19, 2008
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. He will be missed greatly. It is an honor to have known him. He's a brave man.
Dan Milligan
March 14, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Jason & I were in the Nathan Hale BN during UCONN ROTC. I appreciated his company at Advance Camp at Ft Lewis. It was a terrible, deteriorating feeling when I learned of his passing. I hope the best for your family.
Cindy Rejkowski
February 15, 2008
I came across Jason's name in the obits. today looking for someone else and read about him. I just wanted you to know that my family and I want to thank you for your sacrifice as we do appreciate him and know that without men & women like him we could not live the lives we live today. My heart goes out to you all. God bless you and know that you will see him again. Sincerely the Rejkowski Family.
Jason and his Nephew Matthew, Jan. 2005
February 12, 2008
Lawrence Jaramillo
February 1, 2008
i hope all is well with you and your family...i just returned to the states..and i was the one who pulled out capt hammil from vehicle....i love u guys. and u are always in my prayers...and i will give my life for your family...i swear to god....
Jan Wallace
December 21, 2007
To the Family of Captain Jason R. Hamill:
I came across your son's picture today. Americans are interested in those lives lost in sacrifice for our Country. Living only miles away in Mystic, I too, want to say
"Thank you."
Your son is a national hero for all of us. Although we have not met, I appreciate his personal sacrifice and selfless deeds.
May God Bless Your Family.
Richard Hamill
December 2, 2007
Thanks All for your thoughts and prayers, we all miss Jason terribly and are thankful for the time we had with him.
Jason's Dad
Jon Burdeshaw
November 26, 2007
Jay,
Not a day has gone by over the past year that I have not thought of you. You were a great friend and I am very proud to have had the honor to know you and share great times with you. You will not ever be forgotten and will always be loved.
I offer my most sincere condolences to all of your loved ones, family and friends and especially your wife, over the past year and forever forward. And I pray comfort is found in that you will be reunited with them someday.
Sincerely,
Your friend
Erin Hernandez
November 26, 2007
Just thinking of the Hamill family on this day. You're in my thoughts and prayers
Victoria Geary
November 9, 2007
My husband was in Iraq during Capt. Hamill's passing. A very good friend of mine, Nate Parady, kept this sad news from me, as he took time from work to go to his funeral. I found out about Capt Hamill months later and realized what wonderful people we have around us, both looking down from above and standing beside us every day. My prayers and thoughts are with your family on this Veteran's Day holiday.
Elizabeth
October 26, 2007
My husband took over as the CO after Cpt. Hamill passed. Being so involved with the company, I am always finding paperwork and notes written by him and it just makes my heart break. It is a constant reminder of how easily life can be taken away from us.
Anonymous
October 13, 2007
Captain Hamill<
You were a brave man and a grateful American people thank you for your service to our country.
Bliven Family
August 17, 2007
Dear Hamill Family,
I realize there is NOTHING that could be said to you that could ever ease the loss that your family has endured... I wouldn't even begin to try.
I simply felt the need to convey my deepest, heart felt condolences, to those that lived nearest me...
I SIMPLY HAD TO reach out to those that lived closest to me and let their families know that the sacrifice that their SONS & DAUGHTERS have made ARE NOT, and WILL NOT be forgotten, and were not made in vain!
We gladly add your beloved son to our prayers, along with ALL of our other fallen Sons & Daughters!
God Bless YOU and YOUR FAMILY, and "MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU!"
PROUD UNCLE OF THREE (3) "CURRENTLY SERVING" U.S. SOLDIERS
James A. (U.S. Army)
Justin B. (U.S. Army)
Charles C. (U.S. Air Force)
.
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)
August 3, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Capt Hamill and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Amy McLaughlin
May 28, 2007
I just learned of Jason's death. I am so sorry for your incredible loss. I served with him in Giessen, Germany, when he was just a young LT with great leadership potential. He was a good soldier and mentor. I cannot fathom the extent of your grief. My prayers go out to Mrs. Hamill and his family. I know no words can ease the pain you must be feeling. God be with you.
Nathaniel Parady
May 18, 2007
Months have passed, time has gone by but nothing is forgotten. Jason is in my daily thoughts. He is in the thoughts of so many. Jason’s name has been repeatedly mentioned in my family’s church on Sunday morning the past several months. I believe that so many of Jason’s friends feel the emptiness from the loss of such a great person that it is a challenge to move forward. A co worker of mine Greg (former Army), who lives in Texas just recently drove 200 miles round trip to take a picture of Jason’s head stone. I had mentioned Jason to Greg a while back and also mentioned to him that he was buried in Texas. Greg never met Jason but still felt the need to travel to the cemetery and take that picture. This is a great example of how the loss of just one soldier affects so many. I am forever grateful for the time I spent with Jason at Uconn and in the army. My only regret is to have not been with him on that fateful day. I am only comforted by the knowledge that other soldiers who surely loved and respected him were there to take care of him. I hope that everyone is your family is doing well…Very Respectfully, Nathaniel P.
Kevin Gibbons
May 15, 2007
Mr and Mrs Hamill,
Its been a painful year for me after losing my good friend in the war. I cant believe that god took him from me. When I hear that another soldier has been killed in Iraq i start to cry, because its so heart wrenching.
God Bless You And Your Son Jason
Jason Rest In Peace
Josh Ziel
April 24, 2007
Dear Hamill family
My name is Josh Ziel. Jay and I lived on the same floor his senior year at UCONN. We were also in the same National Guard Unit for several years and would keep in touch via email every so often after he graduated from college. The thing I will remember most about Jay as a friend is his infectious good attitude and contagious laughter. The thing I will remember the most about Jay as a soldier was his incredible ability to lead by example. The day never seemed quite as hot, the work never seemed quite as hard, and the mission never seemed quite as tough when he was in command.
I will miss him greatly, and you have my sincerest condolences.
Rick Ott
April 13, 2007
My name is Rick Ott,
I sold Jason his home and really thought a lot of him as a person and soldier. I met his parents right before he closed on his home and I just really liked him. My wife and I helped him get settled in and did things we normally would not do for a client. He was special. I just found out today when his wife had someone call me to ask me to sell the house. I was in a closing and had to leave. I am very heat broken. I am so sorry for what you all must be going thru. He will never be forgoten. Jason you are my hero.
Diane Sauer Amaral
March 21, 2007
Dear family of Jason R. Hamill,
I was part of a Intefaith Community Peace Program in South Kingstown, RI on March 11, 2007 I lit a candle in Jason's name. I have remembered both he and your family since.
DSA
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 13, 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 ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOEMDAY. GOD SPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
January 30, 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
Lee Sirotnak
January 26, 2007
Please know that as time goes on, your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Prayers that God will bless you with comfort and peace, and prayers of thanksgiving for the heroes who have sacrificed everything for us. God Bless you and your family.
joel gonzalez
January 22, 2007
My condolences go out to your family. You have paid the ultimate price for our freedom and we could never repay you. Rest assure that I will do everything possible to make people understand and appreciate your sacrifice. Rest in peace and may god accept you as a Captain in heaven.
Diane Williamson
January 9, 2007
Dear Hamill's
I went to school with Jason, Jeff & Stephanie - I've only just heard about this tragic loss. I know words can seem so hollow and nothing fills the void, except your faith - God has him now and when the time comes, Jason will be standing guard at Heavens gate and joyously welcome you home. I pray for all of you that peace will come, little by little in your hearts and you can face each day knowing Jason is missed, loved and cherished. I have great respect for people in general, but for someone who willing faces what our soldiers face each and every day just so we back home can have the freedoms we sometimes take for granted - oh, my heart breaks with the love I feel for all who can do that - HEROES who can stand at attention and tell us "Nothing will cross this line tonight, you are safe under my watch." May God shine His blessing down upon you always.
Diane Williamson
Class of 1993
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 5, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Hamill family in the loss of Jason. I did not know Jason, 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. Jason 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~
Trudy Lowe
January 3, 2007
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.
Bernie
December 28, 2006
God bless my brother Jason R. Hamill, shine down on us and continue to keep us safe. Continue your mission. God bless you and your family.
conoly Sullivan
December 26, 2006
I did not know Jason, but my Husband, CPT Matt Sullivan, served with him in Iraq. Matt was very saddened by this loss and we both send our condolences to the Hamill Family. May god bless you.
Conoly and Matt Sullivan
stacey thomson
December 22, 2006
my sincere condolences to hamill family. i graduated with jason, stephane and jeff and have very fond memories of jason. he will be in my thoughts and prayers always. god bless jason and his family. he was an exceptional man and friend.
December 20, 2006
I'm so sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Jason and have great memories of him. Jason always made band trips interesting and was just a great friend in general, someone you could call anytime and know he would be there to help you out. He was always full of surprises and had an amazing sprit about him. He made a good time of anything and even though I haven't spoken to him in years, I know that he lived life to the fullest because that's the way he lived. Among the memories, I'll always remember him driving hours to surprise us in vermont and staying up all night to teach us how to play poker... then convincing us to have an early dawn snowball fight. Thanks for those memories, Jay. The world needs more people like you.
Jennifer
December 19, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. May god bless your family always. My husband is currently serving his second tour in Iraq. My condolensces are with you. God bless!
Jennifer Christman
Ellsworth AFB
South Dakota
Rosemarie Topor
December 18, 2006
I met Jason once long ago when he was a young boy at a Xmas party his folks were having.. I worked with his Dad and I can't express enough sympathy to his family as how does one ever get over the loss of a child.
Joann Aberdeen-Sauer
December 18, 2006
To
the Hamill Family,
May God Bless you durning this time.
I went to school with all of your kids and there are some great
memories. Jason, thank you for protecting my kids future and rest assure
you will not be forgotten.
December 18, 2006
Our heartfelt condolences to the Hammil family, we share your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Capt. Hammil 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
Ann Brewer
December 17, 2006
Love you. Thank you.
Angelo Ripegno
December 17, 2006
We were just freshman roomates at Uconn who lived together for one year. But I won't forget the great kid you were who always had something funny to say. Jay you were just a roomate and a friend back then, but now that I see all you have accomplished and sacrificed, you will always be a hero in my eyes.
Dion
December 17, 2006
I am truly sorry for your loss. I served with Jason from 2001 to 2002 while in Giessen, Germany. I remember him vividly and his great attitude about life. He was truly a man of honor.
mary manoukian calhoun
December 16, 2006
Your son looks like such a handsome young man.It is with so much sadness and grief that another young man has lost his life in Iraq from an IED.My son and only child LCpl Nicholas Manoukian was KIA in Ramadi Oct 21,2006 also from an IED .Please accept my deepest sympathy...our hero's are now in heaven.But even knowing that..nothing will ever be the same for any of us until we meet them again.Sincerely,Mary Manoukian Calhoun
Debbi Rivers
December 16, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler was killed in Samarra, Iraq on November 12, 2006. I understand the pain and suffering that you are going through and should you ever want to talk I'm here for you. May God Bless and comfort your family and his friends always. from John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends and also John 16:22 Now is your time of grief but I will see you again and you will rejoice and no one will take away your joy. With love from the mother of a fallen soldier.
Cordy Diaz
December 15, 2006
To the family of Capt. Jason R. Hamill, My Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your loved one, he will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary Allain
December 15, 2006
Capt. Jason R. Hamill
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Dennis & Pam Robertson
December 15, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May you find some comfort knowing that Jason was a true hero. He gave his life so that we could all be free. We lost our nephew on November 22 the day before Thanksgiving and understand your grief.
Aunt & Uncle to Lance Corporal James R. Davenport
December 15, 2006
To the Family of Capt. Jason R. Hamill:
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
Henryk Zaleski (LT,SC,USN-Ret)
December 15, 2006
Your life was cut short and you were given eternity in paradise. Lord God will show you a place where you want to be forever.
Heather Miskerik
December 15, 2006
The families of "Wolfpack" A-Troop, 1-40th Cav, 25th Infantry extend their love, thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Capt. Hamill.
Garnet Jenkins
December 14, 2006
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the family of Capt. Jason R. Hamill, with a multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Jason Rest Safely, in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Hamill family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with Jason.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Erin Hernandez
December 14, 2006
Dear Hamill's - I am so sorry to hear of Jason's death in Iraq. He was always a great "kid" and he will surely be missed. May the happy memories you had over the years help ease your saddness.
Betty Grayson
December 8, 2006
May God comfort you as only He can. For the sacrifice of your precious husband, son, and brother, for my family's and my freedom, I am eternally grateful.
mary lu
December 5, 2006
May GOD Bless you for your sacrafice in keeping our nation FREE.. there are no greater deeds in this world,,,
My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time... but know that your life was not in vain.....GOD BLESS AMERICA
Sylvia Hykel
December 5, 2006
Jason, thank you very much for the sacrifices you made while protecting our great country. God is taking care of you now!
Karen, we pray for your comfort and guidance during this dark time in your life.
To the Nixon and Hamill families, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sylvia and Tony Hykel
Irving, Texas
Barbara Brazier
December 5, 2006
To the Hamill Family,
I don’t know Mr. Hamill personally, but I know he gave
his life to keep me and my family safe. I just
want to say “Thank You”.
May God bless your Family.
We love you Mr. Jason R. Hamill.
Jessica Ashburn
December 5, 2006
Thank You so much for your service and sacrifice to our country. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Regina Beachler
December 5, 2006
Thank you Jason and your family for the sacrifice you made for our country.
Mary Parker
December 5, 2006
May God reach out to this beloved soldier's loved ones and hold them in his embrace. May his sacrifice not be in vain. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Mrs. Parker
Kelley P.
December 5, 2006
Words cannot thank you enough, Mr. Hamill, for the sacrifice you and your family have made for our country. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Donnelly's Colonial Funeral Home
December 5, 2006
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