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Shane Becker Obituary

Staff Sgt. Shane Robert Becker, 35, of Anchorage died April 3, 2007, in Baghdad of injuries suffered in small-arms fire.
A viewing will be from 3 to 5 p.m. today at Witzleben's Bragaw Chapel, 1707 S. Bragaw St. A service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Fort Richardson Chapel. Chaplain Jerry Sieg will officiate. The U.S. Honor Guard Team will serve as pallbearers
Shane was born Oct. 12, 1971, in Denver, Colo. He attended some college. He served in the military with the 1st Cavalry at Fort Hood, Texas, from 1993 to 1996, with III Corp at Fort Hood 2002-2005, and most recently with the 440th Cavalry at Fort Richardson.
From 1996 to 2001, Shane worked as a derrick hand in the oil fields in South Texas. He became a resident of Fort Richardson in March 2006. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart in 2007.
Shane enjoyed rock climbing, bicycling, hiking, fishing, family and jumping out of planes.
His family wrote, "Shane was as dedicated to his family as he was to his mission, his soldiers and his country. We are blessed to have been loved by him."
Shane is survived by his wife, Crystal C. Becker; and daughters, Cierra C. Becker and Cheyenna C. Becker, all of Alaska; mother and stepfather, Deborah and Bob Jorgensen of Colorado; sister and brother, Brooke and Matt Jorgensen of Colorado; father and stepmother, Robert J. Becker Jr. and Jean Becker of Montana; and brothers and sister, Chris Becker, Adam Becker and Nichole Becker.
Local arrangements were provided by Witzleben Family Funeral Home and Crematory.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News on Apr. 18, 2007.

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Charlie Gili

April 14, 2013

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Becker 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

May 24, 2012

Thank you Shane Becker for your service to this country. May his daughters learn about his legacy.
Peace to all!

Peggy Childers

April 7, 2012

April 3, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker:
Always remembering Shane. "Some gave all."

L Neal

May 10, 2011

To the family of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker:
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.

Ginger Mankowski

April 3, 2011

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker:
Please accept our remembrance of Shane on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ginger Mankowski/Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

April 3, 2010

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker:
Remembering Shane 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

Patrick Weasel Head

May 25, 2009

As a Viet Nam vet, and Native Montanan (American Indian), I send my condolences to family and friends of Shane. With heartfelt thanks to you and your family for having a son that served.

Valorie Richards

April 4, 2009

Chrystal, You have been on my heart these past days (you, the girls and Shane are never far from my thoughts). Anniversaries such as this one are difficult. As you look back on your life with Shane may those wonderful memories give you added strength for the years ahead. Shane will NEVER be forgotten by this Army mom. Proud mom of Sgt. Wesley Burnham

Spc Joshua Mathis OIF 05-07

April 3, 2009

To Shane's Family:
My name is Josh Mathis; I served with Shane in III Corps from 02-03. It was an honor and a privilege to have known him. I was not deployed with Shane, but I know he gave his heart in serving our country. Shane was love and respected by many.
God Speed Brother,

Peggy Childers

April 3, 2009

To the family of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker:
Shane 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

January 29, 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 1,300 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

June 22, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Becker!

June 22, 2008

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Becker and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him. May God bless all of you!!

the Buck family

May 22, 2008

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker, 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.

Betty Frye

April 5, 2008

My deepest condolences to the family.May God comfort you in this time of indescribable pain and grief. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Shirley Caruthers

March 25, 2008

My thoughts are with you.

Valorie Richards

October 14, 2007

Happy Birthday Shane. I know that you can see Cheyanna trying to crawl and hear them laughing with enjoyment. I know that you can feel their lonliness in having to travel this world without you beside them, but they carry you deep in their hearts and you will NEVER be forgotten.... not even by this soldier mom!! With love, Sgt. Wes Burnham's mom, Valorie

Crystal Becker

October 13, 2007

Well, my Love, yesterday was your birthday. I missed you. Cierra missed you. Cheyenna tried crawling.
When I look around I can't see you, I can't hear you. But when I close my eyes, I can.
That's when I feel your love the most. I can hear your wisecracks and your bursts of laughter aimed at everyday things.
Life is boring without you. I watch the kids, though, and I see what you've got planned. The gleam in their eyes, their stubborn, set-in stubborness! I see you in them everyday grinning back at me.
Your youngest is cooing. I love you. I miss you.

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Crystal

Michael iezzi

October 12, 2007

Shane,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

August 17, 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)

July 8, 2007

Please accept our condolences for your loss, our prayers that you find peace and comfort in our Lord, and our thanks for the sacrifice that your Soldier made for our country. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that there are many military families keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Jason Coleman

June 28, 2007

Dear Mrs. Becker, My name is Jason Coleman , I live in Easley SC . My wife died this past March on St. Patrick day . I have two young boys 6 and 8 . I was online and did a google search "putting life back together " and found an article about you your daughters and the loss of a wonderful father . Thankyou so much , your story made me feel a lot better . I cried for you and your girls . It was the first time I have cried for someone other than myself and my boys . My wife was my soul mate . My sweet heart since we were ten . we were married 14 years and she died suddenly at the age of 33 . We married young like you and your husband and thank God we did . God Bless You and yours . You are not alone .

Darlene Burnham

June 27, 2007

It was an honor and pleasure to know you Shane. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, and know that we will do anything that we can for all your girls. We love you all.

Nancy Sahlberg

June 12, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

June 12, 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

Michael Iezzi

June 12, 2007

Father we entrust our brother Shane 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 Shane in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

Linda Flannery

June 11, 2007

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this brave soldier. May you find comfort in your loving memories, and know that all of America shares in your sorrow and in your pride.
Rest in Peace, Staff Sgt Becker. My flag flies in your honor.
Mom of 2 Marines.

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

June 10, 2007

Rest in peace.

Kali Jorgensen

June 5, 2007

My heart goes out to Crystal, Cierra, and Cheyenna. My beautiful sister-in-law, and nieces. You have been so strong these last couple of months, and I know in my heart that it is because Shane is looking down on you, giving you peace. We love you all so much, and know that Shane was and always will be a great husband, father, son, brother, and most of all a HERO. We love you Shane!!! You will be missed!

With Love,
Kali
P.S. You asked me to take care of your little bro, and I promise I will!

ROBYN Garside

May 21, 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

Ronn Massie

May 19, 2007

God bless the family and friends of Shane. You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Shane for being such a hero.

(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)

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

May 3, 2007

I was deeply saddened to hear of you loss but did not truly know what you were going through until someone close to me made the ultimate sacrifice Pfc. Kyle Bohrnsen. I Grieve with you but am proud of our montanan American HEROS

Matthew Jorgensen

May 2, 2007

Shane its Thew I just wanted you to know that I love you. You were a hero to me long before this. I reflect on our times together, and rejoice that we had the times we did. Quality not quanity is what I would call them you are my hero my Big Bro If I was hurt you always said everything will be alright. I never doubted if for a second coming from the invinsible man that you were and I say it back to you now. Those beautiful girls that were in your life will be taken care of no matter what. I LOVE YOU BROTHER. Brother in arms, and in spirit your light will shine on all of us, always in our hearts and minds you live forever Brother. I LOVE YOU Always and forever in my Heart BIA
THEW

You will be missed Shane!!

May 2, 2007

Shane's beautiful daughters, Cierra and Cheyenna

May 2, 2007

Audrey Sutton

May 1, 2007

I do not know ur family personally, but know that Heroes are made of God-
Bless your family
The gratitude I have for your Husband's sacrifice is immense

Shelly Hill

April 30, 2007

I have always been happy that my best friend found such a caring husband! Shane Becker was a man to be respected. He was dedicated to his wife Crystal, his beautiful oldest daughter Cierra and recently to his youngest daughter Cheyenna. He was "A Great American!" May you rest in Peace and know that you were loved by many and will be remembered always!

Stacey Baker

April 30, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you Crystal, Cierra, and Cheyenna. Shane will forever be in our hearts and I am blessed to have known him. Shane: The impact you made on everyones lives is everlasting. I will forever remember the times shared in your presence Shane and I will be there to support your 'girls' in their journey ahead. Rest in peace soldier! Lots of love always, The McGovran Family.

Deborah Floyd

April 30, 2007

Thankyou from our hearts on behalf of my family and I. There is no greater love for family and country and friends than to stand in harms way for their freedom. Staff Sgt. Becker is our hero forever. Thankyou to his family and prayers for you all.

Jennifer Currie

April 30, 2007

Crystal,
I do not know your family, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful little girls. Your husband is a hero, and you should be proud of him, as I'm sure your are. God Bless!

Christina Sharik

April 30, 2007

To the Becker Family - I'm a friend of Valorie Richards' son and daughter-in-law (Wes and Darlene Burnham) - I just wanted to say that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Christina Sharik "ArmyMom"

Brooke Jorgensen

April 30, 2007

My brother, Our hero, I'm soo proud of you. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!! But most of all you were an INCREDIBLE husband and a father that every child dreams of!!!!! Crystal, Cierra, and Cheyenna are your legacy!!!!!!!!! I LOVE YOU ALL LOVE BROOKE!!!

Tamara Clason

April 30, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy is sent to Crystal and her two little girls along with their families. God Bless you Shane for serving our country. You are truely a hero and will always be remembered.
I am a soldiers mother and proud of it.

Crystal Becker

April 27, 2007

Shane R Becker-
my husband, my lover, my friend – the father of my children. He believed in his country and defending it and he has given his life for it.

I LOVE YOU SHANE, ALWAYS AND FOREVER – I COULDN’T HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER MAN TO SHARE MY LIFE WITH. I COULDN’T HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER FATHER FOR MY CHILDREN. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND I WILL NEVER LET ANYONE AROUND ME FORGET YOU. THERE IS NO OTHER. YOU ARE ALWAYS, ALWAYS AND FOREVER. I WILL BE STRONG FOR YOU AND FOR OUR CHILDREN, THEY DESERVE NO LESS AND YOU GAVE NO LESS. AND OUR BABY- OUR BABY CHEYENNA- LITTLE 2 MONTH OLD CHEYENNA, AND CIERRA, OUR STRONG, PATRIOTIC 7 YEAR OLD - I WILL ALWAYS FILL THEIR HEARTS WITH WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF YOU. YOU ARE A HERO. I AM BLESSED, WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE EVER BEEN LOVED BY YOU. I LOVE YOU, I MISS YOU.

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Tom Gugliuzza

April 25, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Becker family in the loss of Shane. I did not know Shane, 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. Shane 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~

Charles Lauer

April 20, 2007

Shane was a good man,an outstanding Soldier, and a friend. I served with him on his first tour and have the utmost respect for him. My deepest condolencences go to his family.you all will hold a special place in my heart forever.

C L Lauer SGM RET

The Staff at Frontier Charter School

April 19, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brenda Klingle

April 18, 2007

I was very sadden to read about Shane's passing I dont know the family but my husband is Air Force and I am from Alaska so I hold everyone in the Armed Forces and Alaska close to me.
I send my prayers and thoughts to Shane, his wife and children, family and friends.
Take care and to the rest still fighting be safe.

Robert Tomlinson

April 16, 2007

Shane I Am So Proud of your Service. You were great friend! I will miss you but will never forget you. Shane you are in my heart always!!

Tracy Wright

April 11, 2007

Our condolences to you Crystal and Cierra and Cheyenna. You are in our prayers, and our hearts. Shane was a wonderful father, husband, and friend, he will be deeply missed.

Sandy Bonesteel

April 9, 2007

As the mother of a son (my only child)who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.

Valorie Richards

April 8, 2007

My heart goes out to Staff Sgt. Shane Becker's family. What a terrible loss for you. My son is currently in Iraq and lived next door to Shane's family at Ft Hood, TX. My son, Sgt. Wesley Burnham considered Shane one of his best friends. He too mourns his loss. I had the privilage of meeting this beautiful family. Words just cannot express the grief that I feel at this time. May Staff Sgt. Becker rest in peace in the arms of our loving Heavenly Father. And may Chrystal and the girls know that they are loved by many.

April 6, 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

Gary Allain

April 5, 2007

Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker
you are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever.

SHIRLEY DONEY

April 5, 2007

REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

Connie Velasquez

April 5, 2007

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.
Your son will never be forgotten
for the great service he has done
for our country. My thoughts and
prayers are with you at this most
difficult time. Thank you
Staff Sgt. Becker for keeping me
and my family safe and free. God
Bless.

Garnet Jenkins

April 5, 2007

Please accept my Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the loss of Staff Sgt. Shane R. Becker.
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 Shane rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Grace Bless the Becker 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 your memories of Shane, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~

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