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Nicholas Brown Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Brown
256 Entries
Anna
February 1, 2023
On behalf of a grateful nation, you're not forgotten. Spc Nicholas P Brown. You're thought of more often than is said here.
September 13, 2013
In memory & honor of Nicholas who was willing to make a sacrifice for all of us. We will always be grateful.
Charlie Gili
April 5, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Brown 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
Michael Iezzi
February 12, 2013
Nick,
Thinking and praying for you on your Birthday in Heaven.
Peggy Childers
January 22, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown:
It has truly been my honor to sign Nicholas' guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Nicholas will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Rick and Chrysta Brown
April 16, 2012
Keep watching over us from heaven. Its been more than 5 years now.I still shed a tear when another soldier dies and I shed more when I see another soldier come home to thier family safe. We miss you, your phone calls, your awesome cooking, your smiling face when it walks through the door. Love you bro.
Michael Iezzi
January 25, 2012
Nick,
My thoughts and prayers are with you anc your family.
Peggy Childers
January 23, 2012
January 22, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown:
Always remembering Nicholas. "Some gave all."
Anna Gibelyou
November 11, 2011
Thank you, SPC Brown, for your service and sacrifice. I'm indebted to you and your family.
Mariee Williams
September 27, 2011
Thinking of you Nick and your loving family. Thank you for your unselfish services and sacrifices
Anna Gibelyou
September 25, 2011
Nick, our hero, your family remains in my thoughts and prayers.
Patrick Kelly
July 28, 2011
My brother it's with so much love I write this, knowing that you’re in a better place. I’ve carried you with me for many years. Always remembering the wonderful impact you’ve made on us all… the members of the “ghost riders” platoon. You’ve always found a way to brighten our hearts, even when times were so overwhelming. You were part of a unique family… a family with many brethrens who witnessed your passion, growth, leadership and selflessness. You taught us so much and shared your greatest qualities. I know your families are proud of you--- they have so many reasons to be. Many may never know the struggles we’ve faced, or the bonds we’ve made. They may never know the laughter we’ve shared or the tears we’ve shed. But what they must know about you is that you were a great Soldier, a leader among leaders. Your legacy still lives on in the hearts and minds of the “Ghost-Riders” Platoon. I’ll share your legacy with all, and use it as a testament of your hard work, sacrifice and love. You were my greatest teacher… words can’t describe how much I miss you. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve with you. I’ll always remember you for how you’ve lived, and the great leader you became.
May God keep you, and bless your family,
Patrick Kelly
Jack & Mariee Williams
June 15, 2011
We will think of you on the Memorial of Polk County Fallen, the fifth year death anniversary of my son USMC SGT Christian B Williams.. You will remain an angel for your little Nicholas, and he will grew up proud that you are his courageous father that gave all. An American Hero that will never be forgotten.I pray to God that Sara will find comfort and peace on her days living her life with faith.It is not easy to lose someone you love but you are not really gone, you are watching over us even in the gates of heaven- you are doing your job. Rest with God Hero.
Jennifer Cline
April 1, 2011
Nick,
Sara took Nicholas to see you. There is the most adorable picture of him kissing you. He KNOWS you are his angel and asks to play with you at church. Jacob also knows you are his angel. He tells me every night after prayers that his Nick Angel is here so it will be ok. It was weird he wouldn't sleep one night cuz "you weren't there" Turns out it was the night Nicholas was throwing up and really sick. Guess these boys know for a fact that you are their Angel and when you are here. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We miss you here. Sara seems to be doing better. I wish I could tell you how much your sacrifice means, but there are just not the words. Know that we are taking care of Nicholas and Sara. We love you.
Jenn
Jack & Mariee Williams
March 30, 2011
Nick is an American Hero, know that he will always be remembered. Thank you Nicholas for your dedicated services .You gave your all. Our deepest condolences for your family
Parents of KIA
USMC Sgt Christian B Williams
M B
March 29, 2011
My heart breaks for your family and your lose! Your son was a true hero!! I hope your family finds comfort in knowing how amazing and wonderful he was! You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
The Brown Family
February 12, 2011
You will never be forgotten, and your family is forever in our thoughts and prayers.
Wishing you a happy birthday amoung the angels.
Michael iezzi
February 11, 2011
Nick,
I will be thinking and praying for you on your Birthday 2/12. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Michael Iezzi
January 25, 2011
A loved one lives forever in the hearts of those who cared.
A loved one lives forever in the memories that were shared.
January 23, 2011
Just.. thank you
Doug Kamerer
Peggy Childers
January 23, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown:
Please accept my remembrance of Nicholas on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kim Straker
January 21, 2011
Remembering and honoring the life, service and courage of Spc. Nicholas Brown.
I hope that his beloved wife and son are finding peaceful days and that all who love him have equally found peace in their lives as they move on without his presence, for now.
Valerie Holler
December 25, 2010
Merry Christmas my son-in-law. You've had two years with Mom now and I haven't gotten any 'messages' so I'm guessing you're keeping her in line! I can only imagine that every day in heaven is like a million Christmas' here. Thank God for his eternal life saving gift. 'Ovvve Ou' (love you, as Nicholas says)
Mommy Val
Kim Edward Brant
May 16, 2010
Nick, it seems like just yesterday that your family and friends lost you. I know that you are walking with Jesus. But to your friends and family I just would like to say " That the answer is in the sky " Well they say that it's a fact
If you watch the sky at night
And if you stare into the darkness
You might see celestial light, And if your heart is empty
And there's no hope inside
There's a chance you'll find an answer in the sky, Well they say that it's a shame
If you have nothing to believe
And if you can't hold on to something
You might as well die where you sleep, You don't need a prayer
And there's no price to ask why
Sometimes you'll find an answer in the sky, And it's all so much bigger than it seems
And it all overwhelms us now and then
And I'm banking on a chance that we believe
That good can still control the hearts of men, Sometimes you'll find an answer in the sky, This life's a long old road
We shouldn't have to walk alone
But if you find the right companion
You won't feel so worn out when you've grown, All life is precious
And every day's a prize
And sometimes you'll find an answer in the sky. God be with you always Nick.
jamie brown
April 26, 2010
My brother its been to long :(::::::
Its hard to match that bond my hart longs for
that we shared that i can not connect to.THat must have been a special one reserved for my twin bro:)
I thank god to have that.
Some how deep down i feel you are walking with
jesus:) o the pain that still stings in this heavy hart
im sure you know god is healing it. i still go to new port sometimes thinking some how it heals the past but i will leave that up to god. I look back now and picture you walking with me and brings a few tears.
In Christ
All the blue fades away
Elena Garcia
April 1, 2010
Dear Nick My God And the Angels keep you and guide you in haven as they did in our human world! Thank you for serving our country and to keep us safe! how proudly will your baby Boy will talk about you all the time, because thanks to his daddy we live in a safer country ! Dear Nic May God be with you family in this difficult times of mourning! with respectful sympathy. The Garcia fam.
Jenn
March 16, 2010
WOW Nick...look how popular you are :) Even in heaven you've got people still talking about you. Your wife is amazing. She is doing a great job of taking care of your little boy. She's so strong and He is such a smart little boy. Determined and stubborn, just like the two of you. I don't really know what to say, besides that we still miss you. I know you're watching down on us all and keeping the guys safe over in Iraq right now. I can't tell you how much you and the people leaving you comments have inspired me and touched me especially today. I don't know that we ever told you, but your nephew has your name as his middle name. And of course the name that Nicholas was supposed to have LOL. It was the least that we could do after what you gave. I left him for 2 weeks and was beginning to question why I do this. You know how it is...why do we say goodbye when we want so bad to stay. I've been talking to Sara and she keeps telling me its because its part of who I am. Your page, your wife, your son and your nephew have reminded me why I do this. The people who are still sending their love to your family, it amazes me Nick. Everyone truly does appreciate what we do and the sacrifice that you made, even if no one says it enough. Thank you. Thank you for what you did in Iraq, thank you for giving everything for your country, thank you for your wife and son who brighten my day always, and THANK YOU for reminding me why I put on that uniform. We love you and miss you.
Michael Iezzi
February 12, 2010
Nick,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Birthdays In Heaven
Are there birthdays in Heaven?
Does the angel blow his horn?
Announcing to everybody
That this is the day you were born?
Can the stars be your balloons
And angel food your cake?
Presents wrapped in moonbeams
All the angels helped to make.
Birthdays meant so much to you
They were always a big deal
Birthday presents, lots of friends
And perhaps a special meal.
So we'll whisper a little prayer today
Asking everyone up above
To sing you a Happy Birthday song
And give you all our love.
~ Author unknown~
Suzanne MacDaniel
January 29, 2010
Dear Brown Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Nicholas will never be forgotten.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn’t make it home.
I know you’re in God’s presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you .
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
January 27, 2010
I AM SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE. I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN.BE ASSSURED THAT THE GOD WHO GIVES COMFORT IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF WILL BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND STRENGHT YOU.DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
Jeannie Tolle
January 26, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Nicholas. He will always be remembered as an American Hero and will never be forgotten. I pray the memories you have of Nicholas will bring you comfort.
In loving memory of my grandson,
PFC Aaron J. Ward
KIA 5/6/2008 Anbar, Iraq
Kim Straker
January 26, 2010
Sometimes you see a face that has such sweetness and strength in equal measure, so filled with vitality and life that its difficult to understand that this person is no longer living.
Sara, I don't know if you will ever read these words but I will write them anyway. You have suffered the tragic loss of your beloved husband, and yet you write so movingly to him that I sense your innate strength and faith must equal that which Nicholas himself possessed. I hope that you are finding better days in which to remember all the good times and special memories that you have stored - and that you're comforted by the presence of your beautiful son Nicholas - he carries his father's name, faith and character and he has you for his Mom so he can't fail to lead a good and remarkable life.
God bless you both.
Peggy Childers
January 22, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown:
Remembering Nicholas 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
Michael Iezzi
January 22, 2010
Nick,
Thinking and praying for you on the 3rd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
SP4 Nilburn Stepp
January 22, 2010
After reading your guest book it would seem to me that yor wife and child has a large group of frinds that are looking out for you family.That would alway be the greatest fear me, who is looking out for them. Thats one thing you don't need to worry about. Life is wonderful gift and that gift you gave to america. I want to thank you Nicholas and your family for my gift of Freedom.
Sgt. Browns' Wife
January 21, 2010
We are still thinking of you and your family. Spc. Brown will never be forgotten nor will the sacrifices he has made.
Sarah, I will always hold you in my thoughts and heart. Little Nicholas, who I am sure is not so little anymore, I hope someday you realize the strong man that your father was, and the strong woman your mother is.
Bless you all. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles H. Miranda
January 20, 2010
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FOLLOW THE RAINBOW TO HEAVEN.
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A SOLDIER HAD DIE OUT ON THE
BATTLEFIELD;
BROKEN HEARTS ARE WEEPING FOR
THEM,
BUT TAKE COMFORT OF KNOWING
THAT GOD HAD SENT THEM A
RAINBOW FROM HEAVEN;
THE SOULS OF THE SOLDIERS
HAVE GONE TO THERE HOME
IN HEAVEN,
OUR LOVED ONE'S HAS FOLLOW
GOD'S LOVELY RAINBOW IN THE
SKY;
ALL THE WAY TO THE END OF THE
SKY.
THAT LEADS ALL THE WAY TO THE
OTHER END OF THE LORD'S
HOUSE IN HEAVEN,
SO JUST KEEP ON PRAYING AND
TRUST THAT GOD WILL SEND US
THAT SAME RAINBOW IN THE SKY;
WHERE OUR LOVED ONE'S ARE
WAITING FOR YOU AND FOR ME AT
THE END OF THE RAINBOW IN
HEAVEN.
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Henryk Zaleski
January 20, 2010
Rest in peace.
Proud American
December 27, 2009
Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice, so that myself and others can continue to have freedom.
God Bless You
Patricia Brown
December 24, 2009
It's Christmas Eve, 2009, your Mom and family misses you very, very much. You are always in our thoughts. Your son, Nicholas, is a very adorable little boy, looking more and more like his father every day. We see the mischief in his eyes, just like we used to see it in yours. You would be very proud of him and how Sara is raising him. She is doing a fantastic job. We know you are looking down on us, and taking care of us. We love you very much. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas. Love you, Mom, Aunt Peggy and JP
Jamie Brown
October 2, 2009
Love you my Twin Brother Miss you more then words can say But I know I will see you in heaven some day :)
Anna
June 1, 2009
Nick and his family are remembered and thought of often.
1 Thessalonians 4:16-18
rick brown
May 25, 2009
its been almost 3 years i miss u more now than ever kids gettin big this aint how its supposed 2 be but we gone hang in there we love u bro
Julie S.
May 25, 2009
I only just ran across the story of Nick's death, and I haven't seen him since we sat next to each other in seventh grade science, but I just wanted to say thank you and you and your family will be in my heart this memorial day.
Jeff (Worm) Megenhardt
April 7, 2009
Hey Buddy. The Ghostriders miss you. We all try to do what we can for Sara. She has become one of my best friends. I don't really have much else to say right now. Except thank you for lookin out for your brothers and Sara and little nick. I know you will watch over the guys on this next tour. I love you. You are and always will be my brother. See you later, Buddy.
Kenna Larra
February 19, 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 1,400 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
Happy Birthday
Michael Iezzi
February 12, 2009
Nick,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
A loved one lives forever in the hearts of those who cared.
A loved one lives forever in the memories that were shared.
In Memory of Nicholas ~ (Debra Estep)
February 6, 2009
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 Nicholas, but I am remembering
his service. 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
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Alice Morrell
February 5, 2009
Thank you for your sacrifice.
You will never be forgotten.
There is a song that is sung by a Nick Brown, the band is Iraq Unplugged. Beautiful song.
Sgt. Brown's Wife
February 4, 2009
To the family of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown:
You do not know me, but I think of you Sarah and little Nicholas often. Our son's are about a month apart in age, and my husband was in Charlie Company and deployed with Nicholas.
I want the family to know that although we never knew Spc. Brown, he and his family will always hold a dear place in our hearts.
I hope that the great accomplishments attest to the true bravery of your husband, Sarah, and that you find comfort that. I hope that little Nicholas grows up knowing the kind of love that only a soldier can give.
I pray often that the Lord keeps you in his embrace. I pray that you find happiness and contentment in knowing that you will meet again. I pray that you find peace in knowing that the Lord needed Nicholas for greater things in which we cannot understand now, but that you will be united in Heaven for eternity.
Since that day, your family has never left my thoughts. I do not believe you ever will.
With deepest sympathy,
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
January 22, 2009
Nicholas,
Thinking and praying for you on the 2nd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
January 22, 2009
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the Brown family and all who have the opportunity to know Nick.Knowing now few of the many things they have always know are but one of the many reasons that our HEROES shall NEVER be forgotten.THANK YOU.
Peggy Childers
January 22, 2009
To the family of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown:
Nicholas 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
James Kerry
December 27, 2008
Although you do not know me; I want to extend my condolences and offer my thanks for your brave son in serving our Country. God bless you and your family-
James K (USN ret)
Anna Gibelyou
December 7, 2008
Remembering you and sending love and prayers to your family.
SHIRLEY DONEY
December 7, 2008
THINKING OF NICK'S WIFE AND SON STAY STRONG HE LOVED YOU BOTH
October 9, 2008
Although I did not know Spc. Nicholas P. Brown, I Hold him and his family in my heart and prayers. Remember when times get tough, that he is looking down from heaven and smiling at you, and protecting you.
Thank You for serving our country to keep us safe, You are Truely a HERO. May He Rest in Peace with the Lord, and Your hearts heal in time.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13
Proud New Wife of a Marine in Iraq. Please keep him and all the other Soldiers in your Prayers.
Kim Smith (Rocklin, CA)
the Buck family
July 5, 2008
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Brown, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
June 18, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Brown!
Bert Holler
June 3, 2008
We recently moved to Greenville, Ohio. We have dedicated this place to the Lord and to those veterans who have served this country past, present and future. Inspired by your bravery and service we have installed three flag poles. They have been flying since Memorial Day. The front one will always be flying the American flag. The other two will be flying service flags. Right now they are flying the Army flag and the 1st Cavalry Division flag. In this way you will always be remembered. Thank you,
Mitchell Bateman
May 29, 2008
Nick,
Thanks for coming by the house with Sara to say goodbye to me as you were leaving to serve your country.
I think of you often and count it a blessing to have known you.
I continually pray for Sara and Nicholas and know that God will take care of them like only he can.
Nicholas P. Brown: husband, father, soldier and friend; I salute you brother.
Proud Family of Msg.Anthony Yost
May 26, 2008
On this Memorial Day we remember and we thank you for your courage and dedication.
Bill
April 27, 2008
Remembering A brave American. You died so that we can live free. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. You live on in the hearts of a Grateful Nation
Sara Brown
April 17, 2008
My Nick,
Happy Anniversary! I can't believe it was two years ago today we got married! I miss you so much and wish we could celebrate together. Not a day goes by I don't think about you and miss you. I'll be thinking about all our great memories. You're always in my heart, Boo.
Love,
Your Wifey
Sara Brown
March 30, 2008
Baby,
I miss you very much. Nicholas and I met with President Bush a few days ago. He gave his condolences and all. He said you were a very handsome man, and of course I agreed! Sometimes all this just seems like a long dream, but I know God needed you with Him. I can't wait to see you again. I'll love you always, Baby!
Love,
Your Wifey
Patty (Mom) Brown
March 16, 2008
Today is Palm Sunday and we are thinking about you. We know you are in heaven watching down on all of us. Watching your son grow more and more everyday. He is a replica of his father, with all the mischief he has. He is looking more and more like you everyday. Sara is doing a fantastic job of raising your son, and we couldn't be more proud of her for all she does. He is a very special little boy, and we love them both very much. We miss you and our thoughts are always with you. We love you very much.
Michael iezzi
February 12, 2008
Nick,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heartaches are sorrows no one can heal; memories are treasures no one can steal.
Sara Brown
January 22, 2008
My husband,
Gosh, sometimes it feels like yesterday I was in your arms, and other days it feels like much longer. It's been a year ago today that I had soldiers at my door, telling me you moved on to Heaven. I see them in my head over and over many days. The feelings that I had a year ago, I can not describe. The heartache was a pain I wouldn't wish upon anyone. A piece of me will always feel the heartache of losing my Love I had always prayed for, and appreciated. I replay moments of us together, from early dating, to our marriage, over and over in my head. I can't help but smile when I remember those times. You are always a part of me. It was love since the day we met. Not a day goes by I don't miss you.
Little Nick is what keeps me going. He is so much like you, and I am so grateful a piece of you will always be with me. He has a monkey from Buildabear with your voice in each arm. He's so smart, and he knows it is you. He gets SO excited when I play videos of you holding him and talking to him.
I'm staying strong, but I can not wait to see you at Heaven's Gates when it is my time. I love you always, Baby.
Love,
Your Wifey
Rest In Peace
Michael iezzi
January 22, 2008
Nick,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Emma Maggard
January 20, 2008
My dear friend,
Tomorrow Sara and I will be coming to visit you, and though it won't be the first time we have come down to visit you, but I'm sure it's going to be the hardest. Just to think, a year ago, the Lord called you home. Though we will never understand why he ended your life when the pieces stated to come together, but I know you are in a better place than here! I bet you are enjoying the view from heaven as you look at your wonderful family and see how great of a job they are doing! Your little stud muffin is walking and when he babbles "da da" it brings a smile to my face. We promise that Little man will know how much you truly loved him!! I will always miss you Nick, you were an amazing person and you will forever be my War Hero!
Your friend,
Emmy Lou...
Jack &Maria Williams
January 19, 2008
In behalf of my family, we also want to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Nicholas Brown a true American Hero, my Hero. Please know that we are praying for God to give you comfort and strenght to carry each day. A Hope that will let you look ahead to the day that you will once again see Nicholas. My church Pastor put it correctly that "American Heroes do what they do so that we can live in paradise" Thank you
Proud Parents of KIA
Sgt Christian B Williams
Sara Brown
January 14, 2008
My Love,
Today is the baby's first birthday. I can't believe it's already been a year since we were in the hospital together. I was so happy to have been able to give you the most precious gift you could have received. You never put him down. You were so excited for Little Nick to be here and you were so awesome helping me along the way. I keep replaying everything in my head.
I miss you so much boo. It feels like yesterday you were by my side. We had a big birthday party for him. He sure does love attention too! He kept clapping when he opened his gifts so everyone else would clap too. He's starting to walk better everyday. I can't wait until he's all over the place. He has so much energy and determination at such a young age. He's so much like you.
I love you always baby. Keep watching over us.
Love,
Your Wifey
Peggy Stigall
January 13, 2008
Today was your son's 1st birthday party. There were many people who came, it was like Christmas all over again. Your son is a very special little boy, loved by many, and he has his own little personality. A lot like you were when you were that age. He is walking, and once he gets going there will be no stopping him. Your wife has done a fantastic job with him, and we are so very proud of them both. Before we know he will be graduating high school and off to college. We miss you very much and wish you could be here with him. We love you very much. Love, Mom, Aunt Peggy and J.P.
Caleb Royston
December 5, 2007
hey buddy, i wish i would have let you go home at benning, im sorry nicky, or should i say roster number 342, haha, i miss ya buddy, i think about you everyday
Peggy Stigall
November 11, 2007
Today is Veteran's Day, and your Mom, Aunt Peggy and J.P. put fresh flowers on your gravesite in New Carlisle. It doesn't seem like it's been almost a year since you left us,it seems just like yesterday. We all miss you very much.
Love Mom, Aunt Peggy, and J.P.
Valerie Holler
November 2, 2007
Well honey, it was about a year ago we had to say goodbye when you left for Iraq the first time. Your days are now filled with actually getting to see the face of God and all the glory that comes with it! There's not a day I don't think about how much I love and miss you. I selfishing cry and hurt thinking you're missing so much with Sara and the baby, but you're not missing a thing. You've got the best seat in the house! The baby will always know how much he is loved and how much you were loved. I still hurt for Sara... I'm a Mom...it's what we do! I selfishly hurt for me not being able to have you call when Sara ticks you off, and you tell me to do something about my daughter! My proudest moment was when you got smart with me when I asked about the baby's belly-button after you brought him home (just a couple of days before you had to leave again). You got me so tickled, and you just giggled. It was so funny I think it took us both by surprise. I was so proud of you! While the days here still hurt, I know when I finally get to see you again it will be as if no time has passed at all. I love you! Your other MommEEE
Sara Brown
October 16, 2007
I miss you more than words could ever express. You'll have my heart always.
Love,
Your Wifey
August 21, 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)
Peggy Stigall
August 19, 2007
Well, it's now August, it only seems like yesterday when you came home for the birth of Little Nicholas. You would be so proud of your son and Sara. Nicholas is growing more and more everyday and Sara is doing a great job with your son. Like we were telling your Aunt Carolyn the other night, he is growing so fast, the next thing you know he will be graduating High School and going off to college.
We all miss you very much.
with all our love, Mom and Aunt Peggy
August 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Brown and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially sad to lose a fellow member of the Buckeye state. May God bless all of you!!
Ronn Massie
July 24, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Nick.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Nick for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Emma Maggard
July 24, 2007
Nick,
I can't believe its been six months since you left us and it seems harder to accept it everyday. I seen little Nicholas today and he looks so much like you, from those beautiful blue eyes and all the way to your ears :]. I wish you could be here to see how adorable your son is...(as you said in the hospital, he is a stud muffin :]) I know we will all be together again in heaven one day, but it just still hurts inside that you can't be here with us! Miss you Nick! Watch over us up there :]
Emma (Lou Rider lol!)
Sara Brown
July 21, 2007
My Nick,
Hey Boo. I miss you. I've said everything mushy to say before. There really isn't anything else you don't already know accept I miss you and I love you always.
Love,
Your wifey
Connie Yoder
June 24, 2007
To all the family of Spc. Nicolas P. Brown. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. My nephew Pvt David Dietrich was killed in Iraq Dec 29, 2006. His birthday would have been Jan. 14. Thank you Bert for signing Davids guest book. It's not easy for all of us who have lost loved one in this war. They will never be forgotten. May God Bless all who have suffured a loss. R.I.P. Spc. Nicholas P. Brown. - Connie
Jack & Maria Williams
June 17, 2007
To the family of Spc. Nicholas Brown:
The in-laws of Nicholas contacted us through our son Marine Sgt Christian B Williams Legacy Remembrance Guest Book.In behalf of my family, we offer you our deepest condolences and prayers.As we mourn these brave souls, let us do it in a manner that brings honor and dignity to their passing. This ultimate sacrifice was not in vain, but just,for the preservation of freedom that only we as American understand.My son, your son. They have gone to a place of honor.A place where they have joined the many who have created the legacy we serve to protect and uphold.May God wraps you in His care.
Anna Gibelyou
June 15, 2007
For Father's Day, in honor of Nick, I want to let all of his family know I'm thinking of them.
Dana Whitehead
June 14, 2007
To the famiy,
Nicholas's father-in-law recently contacted our website to honor and give condolences for our loved one MSG Andy Yost. All of us who have lost the ones we love, have a common comfort in knowing that our soldiers died the most honorable death. Fighting for our freedom to speak, pray and because of them our families are kept safe. After reading about Nicholas,it is odvious that he was very blessed to have a family that loved him so much. Little Nicholas will not have the oppurtunity to know his daddy but, he will always be special. He will be able to stand proud knowing that his daddy paid the ultimate sacrafice to protect him and the American People. I can't find the words to express my gratitude to Nicholas and his family. Thank You! God Bless all of you. I will be praying that Christ wraps his arms around you and brings you comfort.
Dana Whitehead
[email protected]
Linda Whitehead (Msg.Anthony Yost kia 11/19/05 Mosul Iraq)
June 12, 2007
Thank you brave soldier for your courage & your dedication. To the family I offer my heartfelt condolence and gratitude. I don't think I have read any other guestbooks that touched me so deeply as this one has. Baby Nicholas has a lot to be proud of as son of this fallen hero! God Bless all of you and God Bless our military they are the reason we can all stand and salute our beloved flag and say God Bless America!
Mrs. Lane Pietrylo
June 5, 2007
I am sorry to learn of Nicholas' death, but I wish to express my gratitude for his efforts in the Army. He began serving America and sacrificing for each one of us long before he was called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice. He is worthy of our honor and continued appreciation. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Garry Smith
June 1, 2007
There are few words that would express my sorrow for the loss of this young hero. The family has lost a father, son, and precious loved one. America has lost a good son as well. I truly believe that our nation will forever remain strong and free, because of those who go forth to defend her. I thank the family and the friends for this noble life that was sacrificed for our freedoms. May you find comfort and peace in your memories. Rest in peace, Spc. Brown in your hero's reward.
(Proud dad of Fallen Marine Jonathan Smith)
Lynn & Jim Lenker
May 13, 2007
My husband and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Spec. Nicholas P. Brown.
Mr. Holler was gracious enough to sign the guest book for our son as we too have lost a son to the war.
I am honored to have been in contact with him through e-mails.
Sara there are no words that anyone can say that will help in taking your pain away. We all know grief doesn't work that way.
We are so sorry for this tragic loss you have to endure.
But I believe your Nicholas is with you and your precious baby and always will be.
We are thankful that Nicholas was able to see his son. You and your entire family will be in our prayers.
We hope your find comfort in your family, friends , faith and of course your wonderful memories.
Thank You for your service to our country Spec. Nicholas P.Brown
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
Proud Gold Star Parents of
Cpl Christopher W. Belchik KIA IRQ 8-22-04
Linda Wilson
May 7, 2007
First of all, my heart goes out to all of you...I am a US NAVY EOD widow, and received a kind note from Bert....I just returned from the memorial in Florida, which is so very heart wrenching....and I want you to know, that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Every day is still a challenge for me. Most people will never understand it. So, with that said, God Bless our Sailors/Marines/Soldiers.....They are safe now, but I wish this would all end....Sincerely, Linda Wilson, Widow of USN EOD NAVY Nicholas Wilson KIA 2-12-06
ROBYN Garside
April 28, 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 FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Anna
April 28, 2007
Dear Mrs Sara Brown, It was your Dad's post on a friends guest book that I learned of your husband. I emailed and he took the time to email me back. I've read your post and was moved beyond words. I'm so thankful that you know the Lord as does your family. I will think of you often and keep you in prayer. God bless you and guide you as you raise your precious son. I will be remembering the Holler family and the Brown's as I pray for their comfort in the days ahead. Spc. Brown will never be forgotten. I remain in his debt with the rest of the country. In Christ, Anna VPM of Cpl. Justin and Lcpl. Grant
BERT HOLLER
April 23, 2007
FOR WE DO NOT WANT YOU TO BE UNAWARE, BRETHREN OF OUR AFFLICTION WHICH CAME TO US IN ASIA, THAT WE WERE BURDENED EXCESSIVELY, BEYOND OUR STRENGTH, SO THAT WE DESPAIRED EVEN OF LIFE; II CORINTHIANS 1:8 BECAUSE OF WHAT HAPPENED TO NICK I HAVE DECIDED TO SIGN ALL THE GUEST BOOKS OF FALLEN SOLDIERS OF 1ST CAVALRY DIVISION. AS I SIGN THESE BOOKS WHEN I FIND OTHER NAMES I SIGN THEIR BOOKS TOO. I FEEL THIS IS SOMETHING NICK AND THE LORD WOULD WANT ME TO DO. IT HAS BEEN 3 MONTHS SINCE MY MOM CALLED ME AND TOLD ME WHAT HAD HAPPENED. IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY. MANY FAMILIES ARE GOING THROUGH THIS SAME TROUBLE WITH US. WE PRAY FOR THEM AND CRY WITH THEM. NICK, YOU WERE SUCH A FINE GENTLEMAN AND GOOD SOLDIER. SOMEONE HAS WRITTEN THAT WE FEEL A MIX OF PAIN AND PRIDE. THE PAIN IS UNENDING BUT WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU. SARA HAS REPRESENTED YOU IN A VERY PROFESSIONAL FASHION. SHE IS SO COOL AND CALM AND HANDLES PROBLEMS EXTREMELY WELL YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF HER. LITTLE NICK IS GROWING LIKE A WEED, LEARNING TO "TALK" AND SMILE. WE WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU BUT LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN HEAVEN. MY DAD ALWAYS SAID MARINES GUARD HEAVEN'S STREETS BUT I'LL BET YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY ABOUT THAT NOW. THANK YOU FOR BEING MY SOLDIER AND MY HERO. SOME PEOPLE HAVE NEVER MET A HERO IN THEIR LIFE BUT I KNOW THAT I HAVE. SOMETIMES YOU MAKE ME CRY AND SOMETIMES YOU MAKE ME SMILE. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN OR TAKEN FOR GRANTED. THANK YOU,
Joanne Gutcher
April 22, 2007
I am so very sorry for your loss. I want to thank you so much for signing my son's guest book and I am honored to sign yours. We are all feeling a pain that we should never feel, but because of our brave heroes we do. We are all family and together we will get through this till we can be with our loved ones again. I still have days that I don't beleive it is true, that my baby boy is gone and I will never see that beautiful smile here on earth again. I am so very greatful that we have the knowledge to know that we will see them again someday. Sara, know that he is with you. I feel my son around me and it is a comfort. My heart and prayers go out to each and everyone of us. I know that God will see us through this and we will be stronger for it.
Joanne Gutcher
In Memory of My Son
SGT. William Joshua Rechenmacher
01/07/1983 to 01/18/2007
Tammy Van Parys
April 20, 2007
To the family of Nicholas Brown,
Recently Spc. Brown's father-in-law e-mailed me & signed our son's, LCPL Brandon Van Pary's, guest book. We share a loss that is difficult to bare. I have read the entries from his wife, Sara, and was incredibly inspired by her love & great faith. Sara, you are right. Our loved ones are without worry, trouble or pain. They are free from the daily struggles of life. It is us, the loved ones left behind, that must suffer their loss & move on without them, in hopes that one day we will be with them again.
I am so sorry for your loss of Nicholas. There are no words that can express what we feel. I am very happy the Nicholas had a son to bare his name and help keep his memory alive. I pray that the lord comforts each one of you as wallk with him through this most difficult year.
We can be thankful to all the men & women who serve selflessly, to keep our freedoms alive & secure our futures.
I recently read it best, about these special men & women, "They fight for their country, but they die for their friends." No matter what your view is of this war. Our servicemen & women don't ask why, they follow their commands and give all that they can give. Thank you Spc. Nicholas Brown, a nation is forever grateful to you.
Tammy Van Parys
April 18, 2007
Please accept our condolences in the loss of your loved one.
May God bless you with comfort and peace. Thank you for your sacrifice.
In loving memory of our nephew
Spec Philip Cody Ford
C Co 3rd/509th Geronimos
Ft Richardson AK.
KIA Baghdad 10-Dec-2006
Ron and Kim Baker
Sara Brown
April 11, 2007
My Dearest Love,
Words can't express how much I miss you. I think about you every second of the day. You are always on my mind. I pray to Our Father everyday for the strength to keep going.
Everyday seems harder to be away from you. I feel like this pain will never go away. It only gets stronger when I long for you to be by my side. Nicholas is what keeps me going everyday. If it weren't for him, I don't know what I would do.
Our 1 year wedding anniversary is next Tuesday. It pains me that you won't be here with me. I can't believe it was already a year ago when we couldn't wait any longer to be married and start a family. Now, I am trying my best to raise Nicholas the way we discussed and wanted.
I am back at school to obtain the degree you always told me I could achieve. When I'm tired of studying, when I dread going to class, I hear you telling me as you did in the past, "You can do it Baby, just concentrate". That's what gets me through it.
I feel you near me. I didn't think that was possible, but I really feel it. Sometimes Nicholas stares off somewhere and starts smiling, and I wonder if he sees his Guardian Angel...if he sees you. He stares at your pictures. He knows who you are. If I take him to see your pictures he stops crying. We both love you very much.
I could go on and on. There isn't enough time in the day for everything I could say about you. I have always loved you with everything that is in me. You will always be in my heart, and I pray that you stay by my side to raise Nicholas. I love you so much baby. It keeps me going to know I will see you again one day with our Lord and Savior. That will be an amazing day.
"Father I entrust my husband Nicholas 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 you in the palm of His hand Sweetheart. Until next time...
With All My Love,
Your Wifey
Peggy Stigall
April 7, 2007
Tomorrow is Easter, and we miss you very much. Jamie and Jeff went to your gravesite at Arlington Cemetary and place dozens of fresh flowers there for you to enjoy. We love you and miss you very much.
Love, Mom and Aunt Peggy
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