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Charlie Gili
April 7, 2024
Hello,
We wanted to let your family and friends know that we are sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of William "Billy" C. Koprince Jr. US Marine Lance Corporal.
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
kevin whalen
December 12, 2014
Semper FI Marine
God bless your family
NEVER FORGOTTEN
Frank Diorio
February 19, 2014
To the Koprince Family-
I was thinking of William today, and just wanted to let you know he will never be far from my heart, nor will I forget your sacrifice. I am awed by both him, and you.
Respectfully,
LtCol Frank Diorio,
William's Company Commander, 2005
AJ
December 28, 2013
We won't forget his sacrifice and service. May God bless you with peace and only happy memories.
May 28, 2012
Today is May 29th 2012, Memorial Day. This is Billy's day, Billy and the hundreds of thousands of Americans who have served their country. God Bless the USA.
Peggy Childers
December 27, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince:
Please accept my remembrance of William on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Lynne Neibert
June 18, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Justin B
June 6, 2011
You will be greatly missed and remembered for all you have done buddy thank you and miss our fun in Iraq rip
Peggy Childers
December 28, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince:
Remembering William on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Smitty Giles
May 31, 2010
Today is May 31, 2010. It is Memorial Day. The day we, as a nation, unite to show honor to our fallen service men and women from all wars and national tragedies. Today I salute an American hero, Lance Cpl. William "Billy" Koprince. I have had the opportunity to meet the Koprince family and to grive the loss of their loved one through my participation in The East Tennessee Patriot Heart Riders. It is a tremendous honor to be a part of this group that stands for our men and women that place their lives in harms way. Some, as Billy did, paying the ultimate sacrifice to ensure our freedoms and safety. May God continue to strengthen you and comfort you as you go through life and keep the memories of Billy alive.
"Flagman"
East Tennessee Patriot Heart Riders
Christine Emanoff
December 27, 2009
William, I still think of you often and thank you for being my son's guardian angel.
Bernie, Thomas' unit lost a man and they were under two weeks to coming home. I met his mom and couldn't help thinking of the day WE met. You are amazing Marine Moms and I am SO proud and honored to know you both. I will always remember William and Shawn and hope to make them proud of us down here on earth.
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.
Tammy Bass
May 31, 2009
Bernie, Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at the ceremony at the WWII Memorial. USMC LCpl. William Koprince is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06
billy in his dress blues uniform
April 2, 2009
Kenna Larra
February 23, 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 my heart 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
February 2, 2009
February 2, 2009
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
February 2, 2009
Father we entrust our brother William 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.
May God hold William in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Leslie Bowman
February 2, 2009
Thank you for giving your all to keep us safe. I owe you a great debt of gratitude.
In my next life, I pray to be able to pay you back.
My prayers to you your family.
LAURIE HOPE
February 2, 2009
youdonotknowmemybrothewasmarinesyourframilyhasmydeepingsympathymyheartgoouttoyourframilyfromlauriehope
Henryk Zaleski USN (Ret)
February 1, 2009
Rest in peace, you're paid in full.With humble thanks I pray for you.
Dewayne S.
January 31, 2009
God Bless, LCPL. Koprince!!
In Memory of William ~ (Debra Estep)
December 27, 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 William, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
December 27, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince:
William gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
June 17, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Koprince!
John and Juanita Hale
November 19, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Ryan Brummond
October 23, 2007
Mr and Mrs Koprince,
It has been a long time since we have spoken. I want you to know that rarely a day goes by that I don't think of your son and the other Marines of "Evil I" that gave it all. I assure you, the Marines Fightin' 1st have not forgotten. God Bless.
Semper Fi,
Capt Ryan Brummond
Billy's former Platoon Commander and Executive Officer
Semper-Fi Self Storage Tim & Barbara Carr
September 20, 2007
I am sure this weekend might have been the toughest know there is some one easle out there that remember his bithday, we are thinking of you all.
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.
August 16, 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)
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 14, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
August 5, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Koprince and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
C Powell
June 3, 2007
We want you to know that we were greatly saddened by the news and have been praying for you ever since.
We are truly sorry that you are having to go through this experience.
Jessica King
April 23, 2007
I read in the News Sentinel that when the tree in Sevier county was dedicated to your son, you stated that your greatest fear is that he will be forgotten. As a Marine Corps Combat Wounded Desert Storm Veteran from East TN, I would like to assure you that your son will never be forgotten by those of us who had the privilage of serving. We spend everyday of our lives thankful for the sacrifice that he and our many other brothers and sisters have made. He will never be just a statistic to me.
Robyn Garside
April 16, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. 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 SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Perry Hardin
February 24, 2007
I'm in the Air Force and serving in Iraq. I want to give my deepest condolences; everyday I try to make sure we have aircraft there for the ground troops support. You are in my prayers.
MSgt Perry Hardin
Lee Sirotnak
January 28, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss, prayers that the Lord provide you comfort and peace, and our gratitude for the work, and sacrifice, of your hero. Semper Fi and God Bless.
Claire Zawistowski
January 23, 2007
Dear Koprince Family,
Even though we have never met I feel as if we are a part of a family. My daughter's fiancee was killed in Iraq by an IED on 10/3/05. I pray that you will feel God holding you as close to His heart as He has held my family this past year and a half. May you know His comfort and peace.
Bernie & Stacey
January 21, 2007
God bless the Koprince family. Life ends however, memories live on.
Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince the flag of the United States of America has your blood sewn into the fabric, it shall wave forever in your honor.
"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid, they have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices".
~ PRESIDENT HARRY S. TRUMAN ~
Cindy Szepe
January 17, 2007
William, thank you for your sacrifice for our Country. We will forever be indebted to you.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
A.B. Smith
January 17, 2007
While searching for Nazarene missionaries, somehow I ended up finding the story of your sons life being taken. I am so sorry. May Gods grace comfort you and your family during this time.
A.B. Smith
Misty Day
January 17, 2007
I am sorry for the loss of Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince. He is a true American Hero. My brother Cpl. Rusty Washam was KIA 2/14/06. My thoughts, and prayers are with your entire family. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Proud sister of
Cpl. Rusty Lee Washam, USMC
KIA February 14, 2006
Trudy Lowe
January 16, 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.
Tammy kay Lynch
January 13, 2007
Bernice and Bill,
Rev. Thomas Fuller wrote, "He Hath lived Ill who knows not how to die well." Billy died well, he died defending the freedoms we enjoy.
When my mom told me of Billy's death. I tossed and turned all night, with memories of you and your folks and family flooding my mind. Playing softball, christmas plays, the youth swimming at your parents cottage. I thought of all the freedoms in my youth that I took for granted, and never could imagine then-that someday your son would scarfice his life for those freedoms we continue to enjoy.
You are in my heart and in my prayers!
Tammy Lynch
Cindi Read
January 12, 2007
Please accept my condolences in the loss of your son. I am a distant cousin of yours living in England at the moment. Your loss is a loss for everyone. I pray his memory is there to comfort you during these trying times.
Joshua and April Morales
January 10, 2007
To William's family and friends-
My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.
They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-
The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor
2/6 WPNS
KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05
William Collins
January 7, 2007
William ill miss you deeply. you were a good friend. also a good marine. untill we meet again. god bless.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 7, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Koprince family in the loss of William. I did not know William, 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. William 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~
SANDY HICKS
January 6, 2007
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE.
Justin Evans
January 5, 2007
I didn't know Billy's life history but I knew how he was and knew that well. I feel confident in saying that with him gone, everyone is missing out. I'll always keep him and his family in my prayers, I definately feel honored for getting the chance to know him.
Jana Woody
January 4, 2007
Billy,
Thank you for everything you have done for me, my family and this country. You are truely a Hero. May God bless and watch over your family through these hard time's. And we will see you again one day in Heaven. Until then, we will be thinking about you.
Bill & Teresa Saul
January 3, 2007
Words can't express how we'll miss this HERO. He gave his all, for our freedom. Billy, we'll never forget you.
Kathleen Deitz
December 31, 2006
Our prayers are with your family. Our children were friends of Billy and Morgan at church functions and camp. We are sorry for your loss.
The Deitz Family, David, Kathleen, John, Robert, Elizabeth, Vanessa
B. Hood
December 31, 2006
I do not know your family but wish to express my heart felt sympathy. I would also like to say Thank You to you and your son for the gift of freedom that he so bravely fought for. May God Bless your family.
Kathy Ambrose
December 31, 2006
I taught Billy (and Morgan) at Lenoir City High School. Billy has always had a special place in my heart. He befriended my son, Chris, when Chris was new to the school and had few other friends. My deepest sympathies go out to you. We have lost a fine young man.
Alexander & Mary Beth Romanowsky
December 31, 2006
We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time of loss.
judy burnett
December 31, 2006
thank you for your service so sorry for your loss. my son was in iraq the first six months thank god he came back safe our prayers are with you. the burnett family
Jack Jenkins
December 31, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Connie Velasquez
December 29, 2006
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your son. He will never be forgotten in my heart. My prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
I can't thank you and your son enough for his great service to this country. I will never forget what he has done and has given to keep me and my family free. God Bless you and your family.
Don Elseroad
December 29, 2006
In recognition of Lance Corporal William C. Koprince's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969
Cordy Diaz
December 29, 2006
To the family of Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince, It is with great sorrow that I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences. William will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Renee Owens
December 29, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincere gratitude fot his service. May God grant you peace.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
In memory of PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006
Pam & Dennis Robertson
December 29, 2006
To the family of Lance Cpl William C. Koprince. Please accept our sympathies in the loss of a hero. May God be with your family during this time of sorrow. We lost our nephew, Lance Cpl. James R. Davenport on November 22, 2006 due to an IED also. We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless you all.
Garnet Jenkins
December 29, 2006
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Lance Cpl. William C. Koprince.
The price this Brave Young Marine and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Dedication and Service.
May William rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Koprince family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
May the Peace of God and the memories of William, remain in your heart always and give you comfort
and strength through the difficult days ahead.
~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart" Psalm 27:14
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