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Ray Bevel Obituary
Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Monday, April 30, 2007 at the James Roberts Civic Center in Andrews with Rev. Doug Kello, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Weimar, Texas, officiating. Graveside services will be held in the Andrews North Cemetery.
Ray was born October 4, 1984 in Breckenridge, Texas. He graduated from Andrews High School in 2003. His favorite class was Metal Shop and competed numerous times at the State level. He enjoyed building trailers and barbeque pits. Ray loved to work with the youth group at First Baptist Church in Andrews, loved going on ski trips with the church, and loved playing golf. Ray married Brooke Hooper on December 10, 2005 in Odessa, Texas. After joining the Army, Ray graduated Basic Training in Fort Benning, Georgia. Cpl. Bevel served with the 10th Mountain Division, Air I, Charlie Company, Ft Drum, New York. Cpl. Bevel was preceded in death by grandparents - Graham Bevel and Jess Hobbs.
Ray is survived by his wife: Brooke Bevel of Odessa; his parents: Jerry and Lonna Bevel of Andrews; mother: Christy Hobbs Bevel of Lubbock; brothers: Jerry Don Bevel of Odessa, Private Rusty Smith of Fort Wainright, Alaska; sister: Keisha Bevel of Andrews; grandparents: Ruth Willis of Rockwall, Texas, Betty Hobbs of Odessa, Jerry and Susan Hallmark of Lingerville, Texas, great grandmothers: Willie Mae Hallmark of Stephenville, Texas, Dorothy Wiseman of Belmont, Illinois; uncles: David Hobbs, Mike Bevel, Greg Bevel, and Don Hallmark.
The family request the memorial gifts be made to the Andrews County Veterans Memorial, 700 West Broadway, Andrews, Texas 79714. or the Care Packages for Troups Fund, in Memory of Cpl. Bevel at First Basin Credit Union, Andrews, Texas.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ray Bevel
Amanda
August 12, 2022
Ray was a great guy and a great friend He was always helping to anyone.
Aaron Armstrong
October 4, 2021
We still have not forgotten such great a sacrifice that Cpl Ray Bevel made. He served not only for our freedom, but for the freedom of another others.
Joh 15:13 There is no greater love than to lay down one´s life for one´s friends.
Robert Phillips
April 21, 2014
To the family of Cpl Bevel, please know that he is not forgotten.
May 28, 2012
Thank you Cpl. Ray M. Bevel. May you be safe in the Light of the Savior.
Peggy Childers
April 21, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel:
Always remembering Ray. "Some gave all."
L Neal
May 11, 2011
To the family of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel:
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.
Donna Griego
April 21, 2011
Today we pray for the family of Corporal Ray M. Bevel on this the anniversary of his passing. He is mourned, he is honored...we remember.
Peggy Childers
April 21, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel:
Please accept my remembrance of Ray on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
April 21, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel:
Remembering Ray 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
Tom Dutton
April 21, 2010
Thinking about you buddy. RIP
Ric Hannon
March 13, 2010
CHARLIE ROCK BROTHA! MISS YA MAN!
Tom Dutton
January 4, 2010
Thinking about you man. RIP
Patrick Blakeley
September 6, 2009
Thinking about the Bevels today....RIP Ray
Peggy Childers
April 21, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel:
Ray 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
Rusty Smith
April 20, 2009
hey ray it is your little brother i miss u so much cant wait 2 see u. i told u that i would take care of it and that is what im doing . i love u bro i miss u ill come u see u when i come home love u .
Kenna Larra
January 30, 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
Charles Phillips
September 30, 2008
Dear Ray,
Thank you for being there when no one else was or could be. When I was left in my barracks room alone every weekend, it was you that invited me to your home and made sure I had a good time. It was you that made sure all of my belongings were safe while we deployed. It was you that always did the right thing. You were and always will be a paragon of integrity and an example of rightousness. I miss you Ray, you will always be my brother.
June 23, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Bevel!
the Buck family
May 26, 2008
To the family and friends of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel, 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.
In Memory of Ray ( Debra Estep )
April 21, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
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 Ray, but I am remembering on
this day he gave his all.
He is my hero.
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
The Other Side
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Emily Turner
January 21, 2008
I am signing this book because I chose Ray as the subject of a report I had to do for my social studies class at Nimitz Jr. High in Odessa. I had to choose a fallen hero of the war on terrorism and felt that Ray definately met this criteria. I am so grateful that men like Ray felt the need to serve our country and protect people like me. I will continue to pray for your family during this continued time of loss. May God Bless you and your family.
Jerry Bevel
January 2, 2008
I want to say thanks to the support of the community of Andrews, Odessa, and Midland, tx. and also Hobbs New Mexico. I would also like to thanks everyone that has been a help to my family and I. Words can never describe what my little brother meant to me or to the other people that he touched in his lifetime. I am so proud to be his big brother. We love you Ray.....
Lee Jarrett
December 16, 2007
I coached Ray in 8th grade football and had him in class. We were "good buds" and had a great teacher/coach/student relationship. Everyday when we say the pledge I think of the good memories we shared at Houston Junior High. Ray gave his life so that we can live free. God Bless you, Ray.
Love,
Coach Jarrett
Michael iezzi
October 4, 2007
Ray,
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 15, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Sara Dutton, Bear Hugs From Mom
August 14, 2007
I am signing this guest book again, because I want you to know that I have not forgotten Ray or Ryan. I will always remember them and their extreme sacrifice. I will always remember your family's extreme sacrifice.
August 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Bevel and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Michelle Arnette (mother of SSG Jason Arnette KIA 4/1/2007
June 4, 2007
As part of the Ft Drum family I too send my love and prayers. I was also at the memorial ceremony for both of our sons at Ft Drum on the 31th of May. God Bless you and your loved one. Rest in peace my Hero. You will never be forgotten.
ROBYN Garside
May 25, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Ronn Massie
May 22, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Ray.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Ray for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Patrick Blakeley
May 20, 2007
Ray, you gave the ultimate sacrifice so I may enjoy my freedom. Thanks so much. My thoughts are with your family and friends. Growing up with you around was always fun. You always had a purpose in life. Ray I know your always going to be looking down on your family and your friends. You will be missed my friend.
Debbie Lund
May 14, 2007
Dear Bevel Family,
Deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved hero.
Tom Gugliuzza
May 13, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bevel family in the loss of Ray. I did not know Ray, 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. Ray 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~
Linda Clifton
May 8, 2007
I am so sorry to learn about another Fallen Hero and what a great looking soldier. Thank you for sharing his picture so we can put a face to the name of a Hero. I pray that God will give you the strength and courage to face the days ahead and soon you will be able to reflect back on many wonderful memories of Ray. God Bless!
shawnee (Austin, TX)
May 8, 2007
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there... I do not sleep.
I am the thousand winds that blow...
I am the diamond glints on snow...
I am the sunlight on ripened grain...
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you waken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of gentle birds in circling flight...
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry-
I am not there... I did not die...
POLO AND IRENE RENDON
May 7, 2007
OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO RAY AND FAMILY.
I KNEW RAY AS A SOPHMORE AT HHS.
HE WAS A FINE YOUNG MAN WITH LOTS OF SPIRIT.
WE KNOW IN OUR HEARTS AS PARENTS
WITH TWO SONS OF OUR OWN.
YOU ARE PROUD OF RAY----
FOR THE UNSELFISH SACRIFICE HE MADE
TO PROTECT US AND OUR FAMILY.
THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY NOW AND FOREVER.
POLO AND IRENE RENDON HOBBS,NM
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
Dewayne Standridge
May 4, 2007
Rest In Peace Ray, God Bless You!
You will never be forgotten.
May 4, 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
May 4, 2007
May God give you a peace that surpasseth all understanding. May God keep you and bless you.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
May 4, 2007
Rest in peace.
Lori Yarbro
May 3, 2007
As a high teacher at andrews, I saw Ray so many times walking and joking with friends up and down the halls. I am honored to have known Ray, and I want his wife and family to know, that I know they were overwhelmed by the support of our community when they arrived into Andrews on Friday, April 27, 2007, but I felt even more overwhelmed by the motorcade, because I was seeing a TRUE HERO come to Andrews. Ray is a TRUE HERO...NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN!
Michael Iezzi
May 3, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Ray 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 Ray in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Sherry Smith
May 1, 2007
To An American Hero,
Ray thank you so much for your sacrifice. It's because of soldiers like you who go out and face the enemy and never back down, that we can live our lives free. Your story has touched my heart and I want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers always. I never met you personally but I met your wife once, and I pray that God gives her peace and strength. I know that you are up there watching over her and the guys of 4-31. They sure do miss you. Though you are gone from this earth, God gave us one helluva Guardian Angel. God Bless you Ray!!!! Pro Patria (For Country) Sherry Smith (4-31 INF) Proud Army Wife!
Greg Bevel
May 1, 2007
As Ray's Uncle Greg, I just wanted to express, on behalf of the family, our deepest appreciation for the outpouring of support and patriotism that we witnessed this past week in Andrews, Texas. I know in the upcoming months and years of pain our family will experience from Ray's death, we will always cherish the memories of the special tribute your community laid out to welcome home this brave young man. He was given the true "Hero's Homecoming" that all of our soldiers so dearly deserve.
To all of West Texas, we will forever be grateful to you for what you have done for our family in honor of our Ray.
To those who fought with Ray, and continue to fight without him, we wish you Godspeed in coming safely home.
Andrea
May 1, 2007
My boyfriend is also currently a part of B. Co. 2/10th Mountain. I just wanted to tell Ray's family and friends how truly sorry I am for their loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
BJ Sarazin
May 1, 2007
As the mother of a soldier currently serving with B. Company of the 2/10th Mountain in Yusifyah, I want to express my deepest sympathy to all those grieving the loss of this young American hero. The thoughts and prayers of a grateful nation are with you. May your soldier's strength be with you in the coming days.
R.A. Morris
April 30, 2007
Thank God for Cpl. Ray Bevel, his family, and for their service and sacrifice for our country.
Ron Haggerton
April 30, 2007
Ray will always be the little boy I taught in 6th grade to me. Even after I saw him and spoke to him as an adult, he was still just Ray. He was one of my favorite students of all time. Good bye Ray. Thank you for the sacrifice and for your service to our country.
Beau Wright
April 30, 2007
I did not know Ray very well. I am a good frend of Jerry's. I want Jerry to know that I have him and his family in my prayers. I will always remember this day. My mother entered heaven on the same day that Ray did - I year earlier.
Jerry I am so sorry for your lose. If you need me please call
Your Friend
Beau
Brandi Armstrong
April 30, 2007
My heart and prayers go out to Ray's family. I remember when we worked at grumpy's bbq togeather and was always cracking jokes and laughing at one another. Ray was a great guy and always full of life and I will never forget that. Ray you will be missed and we love you so much thank you for doing what was right by protecting us and our future. God bless you and your family Brooke, Jerry, Lonna, and your brothers and sisters and we will all see you in the future.
Love Always
Sara Dutton
April 30, 2007
My condolences to the family of Ray Bevel. My son, Sgt Thomas Dutton served with Ray and continues to serve without him. My non-profit, Bear Hugs from Mom, sponsored his platoon and supported his efforts against the war on terror. We are deeply saddened by his untimely death. He is a hero. Remember him as such. I feel a special bond with the soldiers of 2nd platoon, having supported them, since September, through the Adopt a Platoon program associated with Fort Drum.
Demetrius Lopez
April 29, 2007
I knew Ray I grew up with him and his Brother Jerry in Hobbs. I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy.My prayers and sympathy go out to his family.
joey posey
April 29, 2007
My deepest reguards go out to the Bevel Family, and to Cpl. Bevel for whom i did not know but I know what he went through over there for i am a Vet. from operation Iraqi freedom, may you rest in peace and honor my fallen brother, for we are one.
May god bless all of the men and women still over there, and just remember some hero has got your back. WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN!!!
Mary Ghaney
April 28, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tricia Rolls
April 28, 2007
I also did not know Ray Bevel but grew up in Andrews and feel a connection there because of that. I cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of this young man. I also know that there is nothing I can say that anybody else hasnt already said. And that nothing will heal the pain of losing someone so close to you. I am thankful for our military and heroes like Cpl Bevel. Brooke, if you are reading this, keep your head up and remember who he is with now! Same goes for those others that were close to him.
SHIRLEY DONEY
April 28, 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
RACHEL CASTRO
April 28, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF RAY BEVEL,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I DID NOT KNOW RAY BUT I GREW IN ANDREWS SO I FEEL A CONNECTION. I WOULD JUST LIKE YOU TO KNOW THAT HIS DEATH WAS NOT IN VAIN. RAY IS A HERO TO ME, HE'S A HERO TO MANY. GOD BLESS YOU AND REMEMBER THAT THE ONLY TRUE DEATH IS TO LIVE WITHOUT THE LORD,ONE DAY THERE WILL BE A REUNION WITH RAY BECAUSE HE LIVES ON IN GOD'S KINGDOM.
Timothy Gannaway
April 28, 2007
You gave your life so that we may live ours.
Christy Hyer
April 27, 2007
I did not know Ray or his family, but I have been so touched by the outpour of love for this man. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. You all must be so proud of him, what an unselfish sacrifice he made. May God bless you all.
Tim Culver
April 27, 2007
"One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to inquire in his temple."
"Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait I say upon the LORD." Psalm 27
I did not know Ray, but do pray that God will abundantly bless his family. Thank you for your sacrifice. May God comfort you with his grace and embrace you with his peace and strength.
Nan
April 27, 2007
God love, comfort and strengthen your family always.
Dear family, I thank your son for serving my country.
Jean Friday
April 27, 2007
I did not know Ray or his family, but I just want to extend to his family my heartfelt sympathy and I want to thank Ray for his unselfish service to his country and it's citizens and his ultimate sacrifice. No greater love has any man than to give his life for his friends, family and country. By his service, we continue to be a free nation. Thank you Ray. May you enjoy your walk by the crystal sea.
Exa Ruth Bodiford
April 27, 2007
Dear Bevel Family,
I did not know your dear husband,son,brother,grandson,newphew,cousin,friend.But that doesn't keep me from having a great deal of love and respect for this young man.
I am so gratfule to him all of those who serve our country.
I pray the Lord's Blessing upon you all. May he wrap his arms around you and give you comfort.
God Bless you,
shawnee (Austin, TX)
April 26, 2007
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there... I do not sleep.
I am the thousand winds that blow...
I am the diamond glints on snow...
I am the sunlight on ripened grain...
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you waken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of gentle birds in circling flight...
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry-
I am not there... I did not die...
Angel Marin(Munoz)
April 26, 2007
No words can express my most heartfelt sympathies. My brother Robert Ray Arsiaga was killed in Sadr City, Iraq. April 4, 2004 was the saddest day of our lives. Being a Army vet myself I understand the sacrifice they both made. I still hurt and I still miss my brother, but with Christ nothing is impossible. We will see our loved ones again.
Cory and Mary Orvik
April 25, 2007
We can't imagine what you have been going through since being notified of the death of your young Warrior. The Military and families all over the USA and world are grieving with you and praying for you. What a very brave individual you have in your family that would give up a life for their homeland and its people so they can remain free. Your Freedom Fighter has served the Country above and beyond the call of duty, let no one ever tell you different. With the mission now completed your Warrior has been redeployed to Heaven to sit on the right hand of the Supreme Commander and Chief. The Father above has Ray in his arms and will give him peace as well as eventually easing your pain and suffering. God speed to you and Cpl. Ray M. Bevel, our HERO. We are so proud of them that are willing to sacrifice for this great Nation, THANK YOU.
Army Retired
Peti Jones
April 25, 2007
You were so much to so many people.
I'm honored to have known you. Thank you for fighting for us and for our country. You were a hero and now an Angel.
Garnet Jenkins
April 25, 2007
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Cpl. Ray M. Bevel, with a Multitude of Thanks for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Ray and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten. May he Rest Safely, in God's Care and may the Peace of God be with the Bevel family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
"Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrows."
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with your precious loved one.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
April 24, 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
Sandy Bonesteel
April 24, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Carol Cline
April 22, 2007
Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
Renee Owens
April 22, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. May God grant you peace and strength.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
In memory of my nephew, PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006
Gary Allain
April 22, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
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