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for Forrest Waterbury
David Paul McCarran
January 1, 2022
Forrest was my best friends in Iraq and simply one of the greatest people that I met in the Army. He is an American Hero and I will never forget him.
Peggy Childers
March 16, 2012
March 14, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Forrest J. Waterbury:
Always remembering Forrest. "Some gave all."
S.Allen
March 15, 2012
Remembering Spc Waterbury in this month especially, thank you for your service and God Bless your family.
Ginny & Family
November 6, 2011
We wish to Thank You Spc. Forrest Waterbury and your Family for your Service and Sacrifices for our Country and Freedoms. Thank You and May you find Peace, Comfort and Strength in Your Courage and Love.
Peggy Childers
March 14, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Forrest J. Waterbury:
Please accept my remembrance of Forrest on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
March 14, 2011
To the family of Spc. Forrest J. Waterbury:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
John McCulloch
February 8, 2011
I was one of the two people that last say SPC Waterbury alive. I was there with him when his life was taken by that sniper. I tried to do what I could to save your life but I still feel guilty to this day because maybe i could have done more. I think about you every day and have your name tattoo'd on my arm so I can never forget you. It was an honor to serve with you and I hope you are looking down on us today.
SSG McCulloch, John
Johnathan George
July 28, 2010
You were a good guy. Funny and all. I know youre in a better place now.
JESUS GONZALEZ
May 31, 2010
WOW BRO ITS BEEN SINCE WE WERE STATIONED IN FT RILEY KANSAS, WHEN I USED TO HOLD YOU UNDER MY WING AND THEN I MET YOU AGAIN IN RAMADI WHEN IT WAS THE LAST TIME I WILL SEE YOU, BRO I REALLY MISS YOU BRO AND SOON WE WILL BE GODS SOLDIERS
S. Allen
May 31, 2010
Never to be forgotten an American Hero. Thank You.
Derek Hughes
May 27, 2010
I just found out you died a couple months ago. You were a brave young man and I truly enjoyed the time we spend together in kansas and iraq. We will meet again my friend. Memorial day is coming up in a couple days and you were on my heart. Happy Memorial Day. Thank you for paying the ultimate price for our freedom. I will never forget you or the other men I knew that paid the price in iraq.
Peggy Childers
March 14, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Forrest J. Waterbury:
Remembering Forrest 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
Matt Sheldon
August 22, 2009
I haven't forgotten about you buddy. If i ever need some motivation, i think. "Do it for waterbury" I miss you man.
those are some glasses John!!
June 13, 2009
J Smith
May 24, 2009
Waterbury was a fighter, A good man, A good soldier. I would know, I was there with him 14 March 2007
Peggy Childers
March 14, 2009
To the family of Spc. Forrest J. Waterbury:
Forrest 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
Kenna Larra
February 6, 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
SGT Jonathan Watson
November 25, 2008
I served in A Company 2-70th Armor with Forrest during OIF 1 and 3 and was shocked to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to his family and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
gator hunting at Brazo State Park, Texas
September 1, 2008
construction man
September 1, 2008
Gandma's angel
September 1, 2008
good lookin' kid from 'Texas
September 1, 2008
the love of his life
September 1, 2008
He would smile with his whole fasce
September 1, 2008
my son laid to rest in Kansas
September 1, 2008
Christi and John on wedding day
September 1, 2008
John with favorite hat
September 1, 2008
David McCarran
August 11, 2008
A Great Friend and a Wonderful Man....Still missed
June 21, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Waterbury!
August 22, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
August 11, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Waterbury and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 8, 2007
We grieve with you and pray for your family in this time of loss. May the Lord wrap your family in his comfort and may you find peace in the memory of your hero.
Ronn Massie
June 26, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Forrest.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Forrest for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Bert Holler
June 8, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Spec. Waterbury goes down as a great American hero. He has acted in the finest traditions of the United States Army. Please accept our prayers and sympathies during these hard times. We too have lost a soldier. Spec. Nicholas Brown was KIA on January 22, 2007 in Mosul, Iraq. He was in 2/7 Cav of 1st Cavalry Division. He left behind a young wife and newborn son. Nick's life verse was Joshua 1:9. "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Thank you,
ROBYN Garside
May 17, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
May 5, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history…they 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
John Walters
May 5, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew John and served on his tank as a loader during our first tour in Iraq. He was a good soldier, and a dear friend. I am sorry I did not attend his funeral , but I was not informed about it until it already took place. John will always be remembered by those of us who served with him and came to love and repect him.
Karen ( wife of SSG Alexander Cline) Cline
April 18, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I was unable to meet Forrest, but my husband had the chance to spend time with him and told me what a great friend he was. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
SSG Alexander Cline
April 17, 2007
Hey brother I sure am gonna miss you and your second lunches. Keep your boots "strapped" tight and I'll see you when I get to the other side!
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 11, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Waterbury family in the loss of Forrest. I did not know Forrest, 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. Forrest 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 Bonesteel
April 11, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Geno Hutchings
April 4, 2007
Christi, I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Char ("Tana's Mom") Henton
April 3, 2007
Christy, I am so sorry to hear the sad news. My prayers are with you and your families.
Justin Schlaudraff
April 1, 2007
I am in tears once again as i think about teh great times John, Chris and my brother, Joseph shared at the lake and just as children in richmond. we went to school together, we played together and we enjoyed life together. John will always be a great friend to me and will always be with me in my heart. Much love.
Debbi Rivers
March 30, 2007
I tried to reply to the email that the parents had sent to me. My heart goes out to you and I will be glad to talk to you. Please try again to contact me. Know that I will keep you in prayer. Mother of another Fallen soldier
CPL (former) John J. Miglionico
March 30, 2007
I always called him 'Forrest.' I knew he hated that.
I was his Squad Leader while he was the Battalion
Executive Officer's driver at Ft. Riley...2-70 Armor.
Two things about Waterbury will always stand out in my
mind: the first, is that he was always in a good mood.
Even when he was in a bad mood, he was in a good mood.
There was nothing I could do to keep him from smiling
and joking around.
The other, was that whatever problem he had, whatever
the circumstance was...he always came to me. Even when
I was in a different armor battalion, if he had a
problem, he came to me. And I fixed it for him.
I've been out of the Army for three years, two months
and twelve days now. I've always missed 'my' soldiers.
I've always regretted not having done more for them
than what I did.
Forever in my heart, Forrest will be one of my troops.
He exemplified the qualities I looked for in a
soldier. He was selfless, he was compassionate, and he
was dedicated to his mission. I could give him an
order to do something completely ridiculous, and he
would follow it to the letter. I've never asked or
wanted anything more of a soldier than that which
Waterbury was willing to give freely.
He was more than just a soldier, though...he was my
friend. He helped me pull through a divorce, and other
problems I had while assigned to Ft. Riley. He was
young, but he was a damn good man. Even if I wanted to
forget him, I could never bring myself to do it.
I'm a third-generation American, and a
third-generation combat veteran. My grandfather served
on the beaches of Normandy, and at Bastogne. My father
served in Vietnam. I, in turn, served most of my adult
life, to include the war in Iraq. Of all the officers,
Noncommissioned Officers, and everyone else I learned
from and was inspired by...it was the soldiers like
John who taught me the most. They inspired me more
than anyone or anything else.
He was my soldier, and my friend. I will never forget
him. And there will never come a time where I stop
learning from my experiences serving with him.
I am truly sorry for your...our...loss. It's a darker
world without him.
God bless.
Spc. Forrest John Waterbury
March 30, 2007
Dawn Craig
March 29, 2007
Please accept my condolences in the wake of your loss. I did not know your soldier personally but I am an Army wife with a husband in Iraq (4th IBCT 610th BSB). My prayers go out to you.
Paul Schlaudraff
March 28, 2007
My son informed me of your loss. I wish you the best. Seems like only yesterday they were kids enjoying Lake Sommerville.
Cliff and Carolyn Huntoon
March 27, 2007
Dear Waterbury Family,
My heart breaks thinking about John not being here anymore. I was his next door neighbor for eight years in Tara. He would come over and play with our daughter when they were both very young. He was a very thoughtful boy and was always filling me in on his day. I am very happy that he found Love in his life. My heartfelt sorrow and sympathy go out to all of you. I thank John for helping to defend me, my family and my country. May you always feel him smiling down at you .
Charlie Breitenbach
March 27, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. "Waterboy" was an awesome guy. The person that would do anything to help anyone else. I served with him during OIF I and III. God bless.
Bodie McKinzie
March 26, 2007
Christi, So sorry for your loss, I pray for you Wesly and your family and his, i know the hurt and feel for you all. I wish that the good Lord would help end this war before we lose more good men like John. My love and prayers are with you.
Matt Sheldon
March 26, 2007
Im gonna miss you buddy. It was an HONOR serving with you in OIF I and III. You will not be forgotten!
Andrea Stoddad
March 26, 2007
Christi,
We are so sorry we were not here for the funeral, as you know we where out-of-town. Please know that we are thinking of you and Wes, as well as the entire family, every day. We know how much you cared for John, as it was obvious to those around you. We will always know him as a HERO.
Take care and let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Jon, Andrea, Logan & Brooklin Stoddard
Krista Lough
March 26, 2007
Christy,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God help you through this time of need.
Rick and Krista Lough and Families.
Linda Clifton
March 26, 2007
I am so sorry to see that we have another Fallen Hero. While your loss right now may seen totally overwhelming, hopefully time will heal your broken heart and you will be able to refect back on many wonderful memories with Forrest. God Bless.
SGT Peter Waters
March 25, 2007
My condolences to all of you. I met Waterbury in Fort Riley back in 2001 and served with him during OIF. Godd memories all around. We met again just a month ago when he arrived here in Iraq. It is a sad day for all of us, yet I thank you for supporting him through all of it.
John Miglionico
March 25, 2007
I'm proud to have had John as one of my soldiers, and one of my closest friends. Words cannot begin to express my grief.
Ada Whitten Morton
March 25, 2007
Christi and the rest of the Waterbury family,
Thank you for your sacrifice, and all that you endured while John was in combat each time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could have been there at home with the rest of the supporters for the funeral to tell you that in person. I left Wamego in 1976, but I'm proud of the way Wamego wrapped her loving arms around you in your time of need. God has welcomed your hero home and he is now enjoying his well deserved peace in the midst of His glory. May you also find peace and strength in Him.
Chaplain CPT Glenn Palmer
March 24, 2007
I met Forrest when I arrived at Ft.Riley (2-70 AR) and was honored to be his Chaplain for OIF 1 and 3. He was such a fine young men and I keep his loved ones and battle buddies in prayer.
Carol Cline
March 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Shelley Houser
March 22, 2007
Christi, I had the unfortunate responsbility of telling my son, JD Boatwright, of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family.
Jessica Lancaster (Semple)
March 20, 2007
Christi I am so sorry to hear of this. I am with you. I pray for you and wesly eveyday.
Fredrick Kitchell
March 20, 2007
I was stationed and I served in OIF I with "Waterboy". We were in 2/70th Armor at Ft. Riley together. I will never forget his sense of humor, the guy always knew how to laugh and make light of situations. He is a great man and I am proud to say I served with him. My thoughts and prayers go to his family, I know how hard it is. Just know he is watching over you now, and forever.
Sara Porey
March 20, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Christi.
alberta tate
March 20, 2007
You don't know me, but I would like to say "Thank You" from the bottom of my heart. I know you have lost a loved one, but know you will be reunited in the Kingdom of heaven. If your soldier is anything like mine he would have done anything to keep his family safe. Know that you will always have him by your side. Remember the good times and let them bring a smile to your face. Thank you again for sharing your husband, son, father, and brother with the world. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you the strength to go on each day. THANK YOU for sharing your SOLDIER!
Dody Berg
March 20, 2007
Our thoughts, prayers and thanks are with you Christi.
Ssgt. Forrest and Marcie Robertson
Charles and Dody Berg
Robyn Mitchell
March 20, 2007
I want to thank your family for the sacrifices you have made for our country. God bless you in your time of loss. Brave people like your son is what makes America beautiful. I want you to know that even though my sons and I have never met you, we love you. He died for us, too.... May God's word make you strong and carry you through these hard times.
Casey Childress
March 19, 2007
To the Waterbury family:
You don't know me but I am a friend of Christi's, John's wife. Christi and I went to the same high school. Her sister Jami and I were friends. I knew your son by the name of John. Christi introduced me to him last summer at one of Wesley's baseball games. John was such a kind man. First time I had ever met him and I knew he was the one for her. Christi would tell me how happy she was and she had finally found the love of her life. I was so happy for her. I am so sorry for your loss and I want you to know that your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.
gary Allain
March 19, 2007
Spc Forrest J. Waqterbury
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Phyllis Schuster
March 18, 2007
Please let me tell you that I did not know Forrest. But my son Ben was KIA in Ramadi Iraq on February 25th 2006. I know the shock and pain that this news brings, and all the confusion after. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and we care very much that you can find the courage to live out the love for Forrest in ways that he would find true to him.
James and Mary Robb
March 18, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our son serves in the 3-39 as a tanker.
Garnet Jenkins
March 18, 2007
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Spc. Forrest J. Waterbury.
The price this Brave Young Soldier 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 Forrest rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Waterbury family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage
and He shall strengthen your heart"
~ Psalm 27:14 ~
May the Peace of God and the memories of Forrest, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~
Wanda Bunkers
March 18, 2007
We were your neighbors in Tara when John was just a young boy. He use to come over and do chores for me around the house and make me magnets for my fridge. He was a sweet boy and I will remember him that way always. We are deeply sadened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers will be with you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Wanda (Kwiatkowski) Bunkers and Chuck Bunkers
Renee Owens
March 18, 2007
PLease accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. The State of Texas mourns for the loss of another of it's sons. May God grant you strength and peace.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
In memory of my nephew, PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, Iraq
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
March 18, 2007
Rest in peace there is but God's grace and mercy awaiting you.
March 18, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
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
SHIRLEY DONEY
March 18, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT
debbi rivers
March 17, 2007
Even now not knowing the name of this American hero, I share in your pain and loss. As the mother of another fallen soldier I know what you are going through. My son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III and his 1st Lt Michael Cerrone were killed on November 12, 2006 in Samarra, Iraq. If at the time in your life I can ever help please contact me. May God give you His healing love, peace and comfort at this time in your lives. Mother of another fallen soldier
Leroy Stewart
March 17, 2007
"Grief is perhaps the most difficult of human emotions to face, though it has the potential for bring the most therapeutic as well.
Grief is not a bad thing--for grief is the cost of having loved. If we had not loved, we would not grieve."
Jody Adkins
March 17, 2007
Thank you for your sacrific for our country for your family and mine. Though I have never met you I salute and thank you for your unselfish act of giving. May God be with your family now in their time of sorrow and send more blessings then they will know what to do with. Thank you solider!!
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