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Johnathan E. Kirk

Johnathan Kirk Obituary

Johnathan E. Kirk, 25, May 1. Graveside 3 p.m., Sunday, Pamlico Beach Community Cemetery, Ryder Hill. Arrangements by Paul Funeral Home, Washington.

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Published by The News & Observer on May 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Johnathan Kirk

56 Entries

Charlie Park

May 2, 2022

15 years... I miss you, brother. I've been by to visit you a few times over the years. Its nice and quiet where you are now. Just know that Ill never forget you.

Charlie Gili

January 12, 2017

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Kirk Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Johnathan E. Kirk US Marine Lance Corporal. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. 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

Peggy Childers

May 1, 2012

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk:
Always remembering Johnathan. "Some gave all."

Edward McCartney

October 10, 2011

I had the privilege of serving with LCpl Kirk in Iraq with 2 CEB. It’s going on 5 years and I still think about him and LCpl Peterson every day. They will never be forgotten.

Lynne Neibert

June 16, 2011

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne

Peggy Childers

May 1, 2011

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk:
Please accept my remembrance of Johnathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Jesse Davis

May 1, 2011

Kirk was a true warrior, friend, and brother. He was a member of the "Rock Snipers" with Lcpl Peterson being the other member; lerking in the dark and picking off their targets unexpectadly. Kirk was always dependable to be there to help you out with anything you needed. He was as strong as an ox on the outside and inside. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about him and Peterson. God bless The Rock Snipers you will be forever missed!

joseph molis

February 1, 2011

Semper Fi Kirk love u brother I miss u all so much it was a pleasure to know u and serve with u. To his family god bless u, this is sgt molis I was with kirk in the accident, he was a special guy. The nicest tuff guy I ever met. Boy does he love his momma. Pety and kirk thanks from my heart.

barb whitehead

May 24, 2010

The NC Run for the Fallen will honor fallen troops from North Carolina at a Memorial Run on Saturday, May 29th, 8:30am, Ayden Grifton High School track, Hwy 11 S. Ayden NC. Each troop will be honored by a runner/walker who carries a flag in his memory for one mile. Please come join us in honoring our fallen troops.

Peggy Childers

May 2, 2010

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk:
Remembering Johnathan 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

Peggy Childers

May 1, 2009

To the family of Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk:
Johnathan 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 22, 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

James Kubisiak

July 16, 2008

I think about Kirk every single day. My name is James Kubisiak and I was one of the two Marines in charge of Kirk, as well as Peterson. I was second in command and became number one after April 23rd. Not a day goes by where I don't think about them and why it was them instead of me. No one will ever forget his personality, his laugh, and his awesome outlook on life. We will always remember.

Former Sergeant, James Kubisiak

June 24, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Kirk!

In Memory of Johnathan ~ ( Debra Estep )

May 1, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know Johnathan, 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)

Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

The Other Side
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.

Debbie , Kenny Coffey

May 1, 2008

Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the KIRK family and all.Knowing now some of the many things they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten .Rest well brother as promised and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the talons ,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our greatfull nation THANK YOU..All Hard Chargers..If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you. We have one and all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST .We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers as we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are........FOREVER BROTHERS...............B.V.C..................SEMPER FI. .. ........ ..

Anthony Cutler

October 18, 2007

Johnathan was a close friend in highschool. I never meet anyone like him. He had the most energy of anyone I have every meet. I think back to the great times we had in high school. Going out on the boat everyday after school or just hanging out. I will never forget you or what you did for me and every other American. God Bless you Johnathan. Rest in peace.

Debbie ,Kenny Coffey

September 1, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers for your families loss.His name stamped in steel,clutched in the tallons,And spirit shall FOREVER soar high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation.Rest well brother for that star spangled banner WILL forever wave...

Robert Thames, Jr.

August 19, 2007

May your son rest in peace.
He is a hero, a young man willing to give the ultimate to his country, his brothers and his family and loved ones.
His sacrifice will not be forgotten, I will remember and so will his brothers, one of them is my son with the 2/6, who also mourns the loss of his other brothers, this my son's first deployment also.
Johnathan is with our Lord, and is safe from suffering and will be there when we all go home.
God bless, please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Robert Proud Poppy of LCpl. Brandon P. Thames, RCT-6 2/6 Echo C. 2nd Plt. Deployed Fallujah, Iraq

August 14, 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 13, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Kirk and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Michael Kilpela

August 2, 2007

To the Family of LCpl Johnathan E. Kirk, You are in my thoughts and prayers as you cope with the loss of your loved one. Please know that I understand your pain as I have been where you are. LCpl Kirk served with 2d CEB as did my son. They didn't know each other, but they were Marine brothers. They now are on duty guarding the streets of Heaven. I extend to you the heartfelt sympathies of my family, at your great loss.
Father of LCpl Andrew J. Kilpela
KIA 6-10-05 Saqlawiyah, Iraq.

Amanda Snider

July 19, 2007

Fred, you came into life like a bright burning flame.
That truly was your ticket to fame.
Yet your flame has now burned out.
Others have found ways to carry on.
But in my heart I still hold your song.
You were so early to be taken away.
It hurt so much I can’t even say.
But even though we have parted, you’re still close to me.
Yet my pain I don’t let others see.
You’re the first close friend I’ve lost, but I know you won’t be the last.
Its just so hard to put these feelings in the past.
A smile comes upon face with the thought of you saying “Mander come here”
But at the same time it brings me tears.
It’s been months now since I’ve seen your face.
And my sad feelings move at such a deadly pace.
But every time I look up to the stars,
Its as if I know exactly where you are.
You watch over me day and night.
But I’m unhappy because your never in sight.
I know you hear my prayers.
And my burdens you help bear.
I never got to say goodbye.
And at times it’s hard to understand why.
I guess because I still can’t think of you as gone.
Maybe that’s how I cope with carrying on.
I guess you could say my feet were never on the ground.
But the thought of your voice would be a beautiful sound.
I still have the flower from your funeral months ago.
Yet when people say you’re gone, I say it isn’t so.
My mind is filled with thoughts of you.
And I guess those memories will have to do.
Now comes the time when I must let go.
And the thought of that pains me so.
But I know you’re in a better place.
I just wish I could see your smiling face.
Knowing god chose you to take by the hand.
Just goes to show that you were our superman.
( Rest in Peace Sweetie)

Anthony Boyd

July 14, 2007

Johnathan was a good friend and classmate of mine. Its saddens me greatly to hear of his passing. He was an excellent friend and a top notch person. I will always remember him as the charismatic person that he was. -SrA Anthony Boyd USAF

Lee Sirotnak

July 8, 2007

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. We will be always grateful for Johnathan, for the sacrifice that he made. God bless you and your family with comfort and peace. Semper Fi.

Billy Woodward

June 18, 2007

Glenda & Robbie, Of course, my most sincere condolences. Now, a little course in Brotherhood that you aren't aware of. There's a brotherhood who few who have not served in war know. I learned that during three combat tours in Vietnam. Johnathan learned it in Iraq. I now know why men who have been to war yearn to reunite. Not to tell stories or look at old pictures. Not to laugh or weep. Comrades gather because they long to be with the men who once acted at their best; as did Johnathan, men who suffered and sacrificed,as did Johnathan, who suffered and were stripped of their humanity.

I know them in a way I know no other men, as Johnathan knew his comrads. I have never given anyone such trust. They were willing to guard something more precious than my life, as was Johnathan. They would have carried my reputation, and the memory of me as Johnathan's comrads will do for him. It was part of the bargain we all made, the reason we were so willing to die for Freedom and one another. Glenda and Robbie, know that Jonathan is thought of in the same way, and be comforted with the knowledge that he died in defence of FREEDOM. And, be proud of that fact. I love you both and only wish I could be there right now and give you both a Big hug.

Time wil ease the pain,

Uncle Billy

Dorothy Peterson

June 16, 2007

I want you to know that my heart breaks for the pain I know your family is suffering. I also know that God will carry us through this painful time. My son LCPL Dale Peterson was also killed in the same incident. I can only wish that I had known your son - like Dale, Johnathan is a hero and a warrior. May your tears lessen daily as you remember the good things and memories. Bless you and know that you are in my prayers.

Lori & Leon Norman

June 15, 2007

Glenda, Robbie,Shaun,Benjamin, and all of the Family, Aunts and Uncles, Willis and Family, Cousins,Grandmothers,
Thank you for your Hero. God will hold Jonathan now,and I pray he will give you all some peace.
My thoughts and Prayers are with each of you, as you gather up the strength to get through one more day. I pray the heartache will lessen and your hearts will be filled with beautiful memories. Jonathan was a special young man, and there are many people who are missing him beside of you.He did have such a beautiful smile, he hung on to see you mom, you can always hold on to that. God Bless you all, Your community is here for you,

JANET HOLDREN

June 15, 2007

GLENDA, ROBBIE, SHAUN & BENJAMIN:
My family & I know the sorrow and loss you are feeling. Joanthan was one of the lights of your lives and though gone never forgotten. He will live in your hearts and souls forever. Treasure the memories and love and try to understand his noble efforts and high ideals to protect his country and what we stand for. Jonathan lives for ever in each of you. If you ever need us we are here for you and yours.
Janet and Family

Melinda Hazelwood

June 13, 2007

TO the Hopkins and Kirk family Johnathan will live in all of our hearts. We all loved him and will miss him. My familys prays and thoughts are with you guys.

Glen

June 8, 2007

“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines

Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full

We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward

What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives

Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us

They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of lives that were lost for people unknown

Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full

ROBYN Garside

June 3, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEANRED 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

Marci Sullens

May 30, 2007

Please know that our family has been thinking about yours and praying for you since hearing that Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk had died from injuries sustained in the same IED attack in which my brother Lance Cpl. Dale G. Peterson was killed.

May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort.

Ainsley Dunn

May 26, 2007

I have only learned this morning of Jonathan and wish to offer to you and your family my and my sons' deepest sympathies for your loss. My sons Jared and Zane attended Boot Camp with Jonathon; graduating together with him. He will live forever in their hearts..Semper Fi..

Tom Gugliuzza

May 22, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Kirk family in the loss of Johnathan. I did not know Johnathan, 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. Johnathan 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 Kuras Shannon

May 20, 2007

My deepest sympathy and respect to you and your family. Johnathan was a wonderful friend to Lcpl. Tony Hines, and our family's heart holds you close in thought and prayer. There is no way to begin to fill the void he leaves. He will be missed, loved and remembered by Tony, and the rest of C4 always.

Sincerely,
Proud Aunt of Lcpl. Tony Hines

STEVE AND DEB ALLEN

May 20, 2007

TO THE FAMILY OF LCPL. JOHNATHAN E. KIRK,
OUR FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU FOR WE DO KNOW YOUR SADNESS. SIGNING ALL THESE GUEST BOOKS FOR OTHER FAMILYS LIKE OURS IS A WONDERFUL WAY FOR ALL OF US TO LET EACH OTHER KNOW WE DO HAVE THE LOVE AND SUPPORT FROM SO MANY PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD.
WE LOST OUR SON A FEW MONTHS AGO AND THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EXPRESS WHAT WE ARE ALL GOING THRU.
MAY YOU KNOW THE MARINE FAMILY IS A GREAT ONE AND THE SUPPORT HAS BEEN A COMFORTING ONE. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING YOUR SONS SMILE WILL BE AROUND EVERY CORNER.
WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS,
PROUD MARINE PARENTS OF
SGT. CHAD. M. ALLEN, 2ND LAR BAT.
KIA 2-28-07 IRAQ

Dennis (USMC - VIetnam) & Pam Robertson

May 18, 2007

We are saddened at the loss of this fine young Marine, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
SEMPER FI Lance Cpl Johnathan Kirk
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06

Ronn Massie

May 17, 2007

May god bless the family and friends of this family, always in our prayers.
Thank you Johnathan for being such a hero.
(In remeberance to Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)

Janet Monti

May 14, 2007

My heart breaks as yest another young American is killed. I know your pain because I lost my son SFC Jared C. Monti with the 10th Mountain Division 6-21-06. The words that might provide you some comfort do not extist. My heart goes out to Lance Cpl. Jonathan E. Kirk's family and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you begin the worst journey of your life. He is now with his fellow American service men and women wathching over their comrads as well as the rest of us. No parent should have to endure what we have, the pain is indescribable. If you need someone to talk to, scream at or cry with I am here for you. God bless you.

Sincerely,
Janet E. Monti

Janet Woodward

May 13, 2007

Glenda, Robbie and Family.. I want you to know I love you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My God be with you during this difficult time And guide you and give you strength. Love Janet Woodward

Linda Riser

May 8, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to your family. You are all in my prayers.

Gary Allain

May 7, 2007

Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

May 7, 2007

Rest in peace,paid in full.

Mary Ghaney

May 6, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Renee Owens

May 6, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his sevice. 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
3/8 Weapons, Camp Lejeune
KIA 06Apr2006

Laura Kuras

May 6, 2007

I am so sorry for the loss of this fine Marine. My son, LCpl Anthony Hines is a friend of Johns, served with LCpl Johnathan Kirk at Camp LeJeune and left with him for deployment in Iraq on March 30, 2007. Tony cared very much for John and will miss him terribly. For John's parents I cannot imagine the pain you must be in at this time. Please know that my family and I have you, John, and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Cory and Mary Orvik

May 6, 2007

God Bless Legacy.com for allowing us to honor these heros.

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 Jonathan in his arms and will give him peace as well as eventually easing your pain and suffering. God speed to you and Lance Cpl. Jonathan E. Kirk, our HERO. We are so proud of them that are willing to sacrifice for this great Nation, THANK YOU.

Army Retired

Sandy Bonesteel

May 6, 2007

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

Don Elseroad

May 5, 2007

In recognition of Corporal Johnathan E. Kirk's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.

SEMPER FIDELIS

Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969

SHIRLEY DONEY

May 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

Linda Clifton

May 5, 2007

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

May 5, 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

Carol Cline

May 5, 2007

Know in your heart that John is a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace John. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.

To John's 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.

Garnet Jenkins

May 5, 2007

Please know how Deeply Sorry I am, for the loss of
this Brave Young Marine, Lance Cpl. Johnathan E. Kirk.

As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly,
and as a sister, who has lost a brother to war,
I am aware of the deep and devastating pain
that you are experiencing.
The overwhelming heartache, seems to surface
through our shock, as the time passes.
Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
Ever so softly and slowly, time does heal.

May Johnathan Rest Safely, in the Loving Care of God
and know that he Will Never Be Forgotten.
I pray that the Peace of God will be with the Kirk family.
I am the sister, of such a Young Hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~

I sincerely hope that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Grateful Country Mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A Hero to all of us.