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Memories and Condolences
for Marquis McCants
Derrick Patten
June 11, 2025
Another year has passed and you are within us each and every day. Micah has been given your genes and personallity. He's driving your Montero now and as he pulls up, we see all of you within. And, of course he's looking like his dad. Unfortunately, the truck needs some work, but I do my best keeping it on the road as you would. Azaria has soared to new heights. She made the deans list at college and has many offers of theater classes. Expenses are mounting but to see her thrive and continue to excel, I'll go to the poor house but I'll give my last penny to keep her going. She is so awesome and extremely smart (like her dad!) Micah is tight with his little money he makes, like his dad. He graduated high school with top honors and now finding his way. You will live on and I'll see you one day. Peace be with you.
Alan Najjar
May 25, 2024
I salute you and honor your sacrifice. Semper Fi.
Alan Najjar
USMC 1971
Every May I celebrate your<br />Memories.
Derrick Patten
May 24, 2024
Marquis J. McCants
Derrick Patten
May 24, 2024
Derrick Patten
May 24, 2024
You are remembered every day.
Derrick Patten
May 24, 2024
Another year has passed my brother. Azaria is doing well and finished her first year at Howard University. Micah will be graduating this year. Your truck is still running and Micah has finally drove it. One day hopefully I can get it restored as a remembrance of you and the times you and Andrea drove together. Andrea is doing well and she keeps you close. Each year for the month of May, I display your gold star along with the American Flag that is embossed with your name and unit. Keep your peace and protect all.
Derrick Patten
May 31, 2023
Derrick Patten
May 31, 2023
Derrick Patten
May 31, 2023
Derrick Patten
May 31, 2023
Marquis, Azaria has graduated high school with full honors! She made 2nd Princess with Queen of Soul, honor society, and summa Cum Laude and was accepted at a most prestigious college! I promised you before you were deployed I would take care of them. Don´t know how I´ll pay her college but it´ll get done. She has accomplished more than you can imagine. You are a proud dad. Peace.
Dustin Reichard
May 30, 2023
I still share your story. My brother served with you and spoke highly of you. We have since lost him due to a motorcycle accident is 2021 so I hope you and John "Vern" are up there having a great time. Thank you for giving your all to save other folks. Rest easy man.
Alan Najjar
May 29, 2023
Rest in Peace brother and thank you for your service. Semper Fi
Alan Najjar
USMC
E-5
1971
June 22, 2022
Life is crazy randomly came across McCants name started researching found Marquis name, he stayed across the hall from at boot camp at FLW Missouri. We use to always chop it up in the evenings great person, gentle soul, hate../ but love to see he gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country!
Derrick Patten
June 9, 2022
Derrick Patten
June 9, 2022
Derrick Patten
June 9, 2022
Azaria is now driving. We gave her our car because she is very active in theater and is always on the go. Micah is approaching driving age as well. He wants to drive your truck that I have kept in running condition. It can use a paint job. I've tried to raise some money to get the truck ready for him but that didn't work out just yet. I would love to see him behind the wheel of your truck. They miss you so much and I have kept your memory alive in the house and in their hearts. Rest in peace my battle brother.
Derrick Patten
March 2, 2021
It's been a long time. But, we have and will always carry your memory. Your children has grown so much and they miss you very much. Micah is almost driving age and we still have your truck. Just trying to find a way to restore it. Nothing would be more gratifying then to see him drive his Dad's truck! Azaria is about to get her driver's license. So much has happened and each day they are reminded of how much you loved your family. Rest in Peace. I kept my promise to you and I look after Micah and Azaria as they are my family .
Terri Green
May 29, 2018
Never had the opportunity to meet you, but I've heard some pretty amazing stories. Your brother misses you tremendously. We'll stop by to see you before we leave, I promise! Rest Up brother!
Azaria has your talent! They miss you so much
Derrick Patten
May 27, 2018
Catherine
May 26, 2018
Miss Ya buddy!
All our love and always remembered
Derrick Patten
May 18, 2017
They visit you often
Derrick Patten
May 18, 2017
Robert Dalton
May 18, 2017
I wasn't real close with him, but we trained together in Texas as medics and ended up in the same platoon at Bragg. He always had a great attitude and liked to joke around. He was smart, made a great medic and loved to talk about his kids. I hope his family is doing well.
Here is a picture of us with some S. Korean soldiers in Kuwait, Dec 2006
Catherine
May 17, 2017
Another year passes and you still remain here in my thoughts to help guide me to being a stronger more knowledgeable person every day. I still have one of the books you gave me- Sun Tzu's Art of War, which has grown to be valuable to me now more than ever. Thank you for being a great friend and bless you and your family.
May 14, 2016
hello
Catherine
May 14, 2016
With each passing year, your memory and legacy remains resilient through the lives of your children and those who you've touched. I will never forget you my friend.
Emaun Brown
May 26, 2015
Rest in peace, playboy. May the lord continue to bless your family until you're reunited.
Derrick Patten
May 25, 2015
The kids visited and hold your memory close. I will keep my promise and be there for them forever with you at our side.
Barbara Flores
May 25, 2015
My nephew,
You gave the ultimate sacrifice. ..on this day & every day we will always honor you & never forget you. We love & miss you so very much.
Love your Aunt,
Barbara
May 24, 2015
I am a fellow paratrooper who continues to mourn the loss of this fine paratrooper. I never met you, but your picture adorns my desk and reminds me to always live a life full of purpose and love. My son is currently going through AIT at the same place you have been laid to rest, Ft. Sam Houston, Texas. God bless you and your family...your legacy lives on Cpl. McCants! Huah!
Kenny Ybabez
May 18, 2015
RIP to a True Paratrooper. My best wishes to his beautiful baby girls. You daddy is a true HERO
January 16, 2015
Daddy I thought you were the most Awesome, fun, thoughtful, loving, caring daddy ever I just turned ten 2 months ago Every year when i'm sad I think of you cause you are up there and I am down here.
You made me so happy when I was little.
Micah and I wish you were here with us.
Cause we think you can help mom and us.
I wish you were here to help me live and teach me how to do things your way and I can teach you things my way.
PS......
I got to see deja my older sister :)
Love you daddy
Love,Azaria and Micah McCants
Derrick Patten
November 13, 2014
Home of the free because of the Brave! I see him every time I'm with his children. His son has his dad within. They both speak of him and do miss him much.
Jacinta Clement
November 12, 2014
I will never forget this beautiful little boy. I have wonderful memories of him...kind, witty, full of happiness & playing in Chibana, Okinawa. My thoughts, prayers and love are with the McCants family... Marquis will never be forgotten. We will always remember him as the honorable and loving human being that he was.
Jonathan Pike
September 1, 2013
Miss you brother, wish you were here to talk to.
Kim
June 8, 2013
Miss you. Wish we could've stayed close after highschool.
Emaun Brown
May 27, 2013
RIP....gone but not forgotten! Thoropro 4life!!
Jacinta Clement
May 24, 2013
My thoughts, prayers and love are with you and your beautiful family. You are truly missed.
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Marquis J. McCants:
It has truly been my honor to sign Marquis' guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Marquis will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
May 18, 2013
Yet, another has passed and you are missed just as much as the first day the Lord called you home. Your family visits with you today as always. Your kids are getting so big and Micah is a splitting image of you. To his looks and his characteristics. It is so amazing. Azaria printed your picture a few days ago & placed it on the table. Her way of remembering you. She loves you & misses you so much. We all do. My prayers are with the family on this day & there after. May God give them strength to continue with each passing day. Marquis my nephew you were an amazing young man. You will never be forgotten. You gave your all....
Love your Aunt,
Barbara D. Flores
US Army
Catherine
May 17, 2013
I got acquainted with Marq shortly after his family moved to San Antonio in the late 90's. We went to high school together and were close friends. Meeting him for the first time, he made quite an impression on me. He was an extremely talented and truly unique character; full of style, down-to-earth, courageous and had an incredible thirst for knowledge. He always put at least 110% into everything he was passionate about- which, when I knew him, was mainly his music. The one quality that stuck out to me was his sense of humor. He loved to make people laugh. I think of him often and wish to send my condolences to his beautiful family. Marq will always be with us. We will always remember him.
May 15, 2013
Dustin,
Thank you for remembering my nephew & for wearing his name on your wrist everyday. It means so much to our family & his kids.
Barbara
Dustin Reichard
May 14, 2013
I may have never met you, or know terribly much about you, but I wear your name, rank and date that you gave your all for this country on my wrist EVERYDAY. My older brother served with you and spoke highly of you. I wish your children and family the very best in the years to come. You shall NEVER be forgotten. THANK YOU
Barbara Flores
May 23, 2012
Another year has passed and I return one more time. I know you were with me & watching over me. Thank you. Azaria asks for you always. She carries the family picture I took of you four @ Ft Bragg, the last time I saw you. Breaks my heart to hear her talk about you, misses you and how much she loves you. She & Micah are wiser beyond their years. You should see them play soccer & basketball. They both are natural athletes. Marquis my nephew, you will never be forgotten. We love you & miss you so dearly...We remember you every day and upon this Memorial Holiday weekend how could we ever forget our hero...
Love your Aunt,
Barbara D. Flores
U.S. Army
Derrick Patten
May 21, 2012
Another year has passed and you're missed today as yesterday. Azaria asks about you often and reads the articles wrote about you. She visite your site and left flowers. Micah is a chip of the old block. He likes his music and recently is into the basketball gear.
Your children and family miss you dearly. Thanks Peggy for your kind words.
Grandpa Doe Doe. (Yeah, that's what they call me. long story but I'm sure you know.)
Peggy Childers
May 19, 2012
May 18, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Marquis J. McCants:
Always remembering Marquis. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Marquis J. McCants:
Please accept my remembrance of Marquis on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Barbara Flores
May 18, 2011
Marquis,
Today marks your 4 year anniversary since you went to be with our Lord. Still hard to believe. You would be so proud of your two beautiful children Azaria and Micah. They are the two most remarkable children you will ever meet. The whole family went today to bring you flowers and remember the remarkable young brave young man we all knew and love so much. You are never forgotten. Andrea your wife has done a good job raising your kids and keeping your memory alive. As I depart once again for another deployment I know you will be with me. Our hearts remain broken...
With lots of love,
Your Aunt,
Barbara D. Flores
U.S. ARMY
Derrick Patten
May 16, 2011
Her we are in 2011 and I feel as if I spoke with you just yesterday. Azaria is so big now, you would be proud. Just a fine little lady. Oh, but very demanding. She looks just like you. Micah is a handful but a sassy full of spirit litte boy as you would want him to be. Very smart as well. As Azaria, you would be proud of him too. Azaria asks about you and I read her the Airborne memorial page dedicated to you. You are not forgotten and your spirit lives within their heart each day. Take care my brother, as we take care of you. D. Patten, San Antonio, Texas
Wun Augustin
April 24, 2011
I've known Marcus since 2006..he was an extraordinary soldier who excelled in multiple arenas. First, he was a loving father devoted to his wife and children. He often spoke of his family and you could glean his devotion and love. To the army, he was the best amongst the medics/soldiers in his performance and aptitude. I would trust him in in any mission. He is a testament to his family and friends as an incredible person shaped by those who loved him. Although I knew him briefly as one of his military leaders....He had taught me an example to live life to the fullest! a testament to his family and friends...he is sorely missed to this day!
Jacinta Clement
May 31, 2010
Remembering you today Marquis...& the beautiful little boy from Oki...whose big sister and brother loved you so very much. Words could never describe my sorrow & gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice you and your family made for us. Rest in peace...
Barbara Flores
May 19, 2010
Marquis still hard to believe you have been gone three years. We will never forget you and forever keep your memory alive with your two beautiful children Azaria and Micah. Micah looks all like you and acts like you too. May the Lord continue to give your wife Andrea and your children the strength to continue going each day. We love you and miss you so very much. There isn't a day that goes by that Azaria does not ask for you. She misses her Daddy so much.
Love your Aunt,
Barbara
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Marquis J. McCants:
Remembering Marquis 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
Velda Dobson
November 12, 2009
My prayers are with the family in their loss of their beloved Son. We are proud of your Son and his utlimate sacrafice for all of us. We are free today because of unselfish souls like him. I wish you well.
Gabriel Clement
September 17, 2009
I cannot express how sorry I am to hear of Marquis’ passing. My memories of him are frozen to a little kid cracking jokes on the front porch in Chibana. Time to time over the years, I have thought back to those days. And, one of the memories that still make me laugh is Doc and Mark razzing each other. Doc would laugh because his “little brother” would get some laughs. And, I remember how proud Doc was of him…
Despite any feeling one has of the conflict in Iraq, Marquis is a hero by all accounts. I had not seen him in sometime. However, from all I have read, he was the pinnacle of what it means to be a good man, not just a good soldier. He becoming such a man is of no surprise to the people that knew him all those years ago. I send my condolences to the family and friends of Marquis, even though I know that is far too little. And, I hope that they find some respite in their sorrow. Though he is in a better place, I know he will always be missed and never forgotten. Our prayers are with Marquis and his family always.
Demetris Boss
September 17, 2009
A Thousand ways to say Goodbye,But the hardest thing to do. I will continue to keep Spc. Marquis J. Mccants In my memories as well as my heart.The Mccants Family are a part of me and will never be forgotten.
Jacinta Lincke
September 16, 2009
You are in the arms of Jesus where one day we all hope to join you.RIP Love and comfort to your family who will miss you and love you forever as we all will. God Bless and Protect your family. Love, The Lincke and Clement Families
Jacinta Clement
September 16, 2009
My prayers, thoughts and love go out to the McCant's family. I will always remember Marquis as the wonderful and beautiful little boy that I knew in Okinawa, Japan.
Jacinta Clement
Shadi Rasouli
May 19, 2009
RIP Marquis...two years but still think of you often...I love your family and will always be there for them...watch over us..always in my prayers.
Shadi
Spencer White
May 18, 2009
"Doc" McCants, two years ago today you saved my life.
Rather then morn, today I'm going to celebrate your life. I want to thank god for blessing me to have served in combat with you. Under your care I knew all the boys of second platoon would be okay. I will never meet a finer combat medic. Without a doubt I know right now you are looking down on us still protecting.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
SGT Spencer White
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2009
To the family of Spc. Marquis J. McCants:
Marquis 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 27, 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
January 8, 2009
To the brother I never got a chance to know: I love you and respect you and thank you for your service. My prayers are with your family.
January 8, 2009
To the brother I never got a chance to know: I love you and respect you and thank you for your service. My prayers are with your family.
Take comfort in the arms of the Holy Father, Precious One.
Your Peace comforts me.
With few precious memories alive in my heart,
I will always remember.
Tia McCants
November 26, 2008
Hello to the family of SPC McCants, I did not know this young man yet we share the same name and surprisingly the same rank. As I was going through my training I was asked were he and I related? I felt very honored because they asked me this because of my motivation and dedication to be a great soldier. Congratulation to the family because his courage lives on in me. Supporting Victory Spc Tia McCants from Florida. HooAAH.
Derrick Patten
November 11, 2008
Today is Veterans Day and it brings on a sobbering meaning to me now. Azaria misses you and she sends you a message, "I miss my Marquis daddy." She says this without prompt. Micah is just like you. You are here living within him. We miss you. They are will and Andie keeps you alive with them.
June 26, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc McCants!
Shadi R
May 20, 2008
It's been a year...and it's a day that I was dreading..especially for Andrea..she makes me so proud..by far the strongest woman I've met. I heard Micah and Azaria playing the other day...they have a great mom..just watch over them and your wife. We will never stop missing you and loving you...I'll do everything I can for your family...your always in my prayers.
Barbara Flores-Sydney
May 19, 2008
Hard to believe it has been a year since you left us Marquis. You have not been forgotten and you never will. I know that it is still so difficult for the entire family. As the days go by it doesn't make it any easier to go life without you. I know you are watching over your wife, Andrea and your beautiful children Azaria and Micah. May you be at rest. We love and miss you so very much.
Love your Aunt,
Barbara
In Memory of Marquis ~ (Debra Estep)
May 18, 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 Marquis, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
Visit this link to hear the song.
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
Alex Lopez
April 13, 2008
Marquis wut else can i say but the world is so much greyer now that you are gone. I still know til this day Nick or I can't get over what happened to you i am not gonna lie I can use your knowledge of music right about now and I know you would be proud of what im doin Nick has came along way as well have I but we still do it everyday to the fullest for you becuz it was you who instilled the proper way to start a hip hop movement and I will take that to the grave I miss you round the old job but I will see you someday and when we do we can bring that good music to them gates. I LOVE U...FRANCHISE
Barbara Flores-Sydney
January 8, 2008
Marquis you were a wonderful husband and father. I could not have asked for a better husband for my niece. It is still difficult to accept your death as the days go on. You will never be forgotten and you will forever be a part of our hearts and memories for years to come. We will tell your children what a remarkable young man and father you were. It is still difficult to use the past tense when I speak of you. For whatever, reasons the Lord has sent me in the same exact path as yours in the Army - from Ft. Bragg, N.C. all the way to Tikrit, Iraq (COB Speicher). I have found your picture here in the make shift memorial. It is hard to fight the tears away. I know you are in a better place but I wish you did not have to be called home at such a tender age. We love you and miss you so very much. You touched so many lives...You will never be forgotten! Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. We will take care of Andrea, Azaria and Micah. Love your Aunt,
Barbara
Jordan Ward
September 16, 2007
There are no words to say how much of a loss this truly is.I personally never met Marquis, but my husband is stationed at Fort Bragg and is currently on his first tour in Iraq. I can't even imagine the pain that is left with the families and friends, but just know...he is a Hero. I will keep you in my prayers.
Stephen McMullen
September 9, 2007
There are no words i can find to express the feeling of loss and sadness after spc mccants passing. Marquis and I were in the same platoon at Ft. Bragg. we both deployed together and We were good friends. he always talked of his wife and family. We made plans to go snowboarding when we came back home. He was like a brother, he always made me laugh because him and I were the "Irish brothers" when we first got to the unit our leaders always mixed us up. He will be forever missed and my thoughts and prayers are always with his family and friends. Sleep well my friend. When i get home we will still go snowboarding. you will be right there with me.
- Pfc Stephen McMullen
Medic HHC 1-325AIR 82nd
August 15, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc McCants and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Althea B
July 27, 2007
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss of this young man. As I read all the names of the men and women that gave their lives, it hurts me to see that so many peoples lives have changed. Your young man is a HERO. He will be remembered. May God comfort you and yours during your time of sorrow.
Michelle
July 11, 2007
I never knew your son, but i know someone who loved him dearly so that put me close to him through that individual. I am deeply sorry for your loss. He left this world too early and with so much to offer. He will be truly missed
June 21, 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
Luis Martinez
June 17, 2007
I had the honor of meeting Marquis and his wife when they were both students in San Antonio College District at Northwest Vista College. As a former soldier I say to you my friend, I will always have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. It was a true honor to have been your friend.
Former Police Officer
Luis Carlos Martinez
Shadi Bagtas
June 7, 2007
Dearest Marquis,
I wish I had the chance to meet you. You were my husband's best friend...but your loss is felt by so many of us. I pray for you still, and especially for Andrea , Azaria and Micah. I know your in a better place...and watch over us...knowing the type of person you were...your our guardian angel now...I wish your time was not so soon...but that is god's will and I trust you to be with him now. Don't worry about Andrea and the children...Both me and Anthony will keep in touch with her for the years to come...we love your family as much as we loved you. God be with you. We love you and will never forget your kindness and all the greatness your brought to our lives.
Shadi Bagtas
ROBYN Garside
June 6, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR FAMILY. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Roderick Taylor
June 5, 2007
I knew your son when he was a Soldier in 68W training in A CO 232nd Med BN as a Combat medic. He was a great soldier and had the privilege of talking with him about airborne school and the army life on a few occassions. He will be greatly missed and is forever in our prayers here at FT Sam Houston. May GOd be with you and your family. God Bless. Senior Drill Sergeant Taylor A/232nd Med BN Fort Sam Houston Texas
KAYLA
June 4, 2007
ALTHOUGH I DID NOT KNOW MARQUIS HE WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ALONG WITH HIS FAMILY. HE WAS VERY HANDSOME MAN AND I KNOW HE WAS VERY BRAVE TO FIGHT FOR OUR COUNTRY. GODBLESS YOU ALL
Gary McCants
May 31, 2007
It is my hope and prayer during this difficult time, that family ,members and loved ones continue to find strength in the God of all comfort thru our savior Jesus Chris!
In Him!
Gary McCants, Pastor
MALENA BALDWIN
May 30, 2007
ALTHOUGH I DIDN'T KNOW MARQUIS.BUT HE WILL BE IN MY THOUGHT'S ALONG WITH ALL OF OTHER YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN OUT THERE.GOD PLASE LET THIS WAR END.LET OUR TROOP'S COME HOME TO THE FAMILY'S AND LOVED ONE'S.I HAVE A BOYFRIEND OVER THERE IN IRAQ AS WELL FROM THE 82ND AIRBORN.
Rhonda Davis
May 28, 2007
I want to thank your son. For his act of becoming a member of the forces that keep us free and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memory of all those who knew him.
I am the mother of a soldier who is deploying for his 2nd tour to Iraq and I face the same emotions that faced your family when Spc McCants was deployed.
I don't pretend to know what to say that would bring you peace in this time of need,but I will pray for your family. I pray that Marquis' smile as beautiful as it is in his photo, his voice as he laughs at a joke, and his spirit which still lives, brings you comfort in the weeks, months, and years to come!
"No greater gift has a man than one who lays down his life for another!"
May GOD be with you.
Eric Martinez
May 26, 2007
I worked with Marquis and his wife and still work with his mother. He was a great man and loving father. His parents are deep in faith and understand that he is with his maker.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 26, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the McCants family in the loss of Marquis. I did not know Marquis, 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. Marquis 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~
Quintessence A-Patterson
May 26, 2007
The life of Marquis has touched many lives. Although I did not know Marquis personally the word of his loss has affected me. We send prayers of peace to be upon him and his family. As we celebrate Memorial Day this weekend, let us try to remember those who have gave the ultimate sacrifice! Families will be forever affected by the loss of their loved ones. Try to find comfort in the loved ones you are able to hold close and dear to you at this time. Our focus should not be holiday sales and what not. We should honor those like Marquis!
Claudette, you and your family will be in our prayers.
Tammie Stout (maiden name Haymon)
May 26, 2007
I am deeply hurt to hear about the loss of my friend Marquis. I was very well acquainted with Marquis throughout my high school years and he was a good person with a good heart, not to mention very talented. I loss touch with Marquis after moving to a different area, however I never forgot about him. My sincere prayers are with the McCants family and friends. I pray that Marquis knew the Lord as his personal Savior and that his soul will spend eternity in heaven, that way, I will be able to see him again. God bless you all
Randolph Hayes
May 25, 2007
When I heard about the loss I was much surprised as I was devastated. I went to pick McCants up the day that he got to the unit. He really wasnt full of too much to say, until we started on the topic of music. We would sit and talk about his old record label and different ways to get into the business for hours. He was also the coolest guy I had ever met...I will always miss him.
To the family I express my sincerest condolences for the loss, he was a great friend, a great medic, and from the stories he told me an even better husband and father. God Bless you all.
To my comrade, fellow medic and brother in arms; we are going to get those guys. Love you man.
jason mckinley
May 24, 2007
a fathers prayer. son i pray if there must be trouble, let it be in my life time, so that your life can be trouble free. to the mother and father of marquis mc cants we are praying for you. jason/ deloris.
Linda Clifton
May 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harry and happy Mongillo
May 24, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that he is a hero to my family. I can't take away the pain just know that he is thought of. Our prayers are with you. Our son is with 1/325
Hollie Fults
May 24, 2007
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your loved one. May his memories rest in your hearts always. I did not know Marquis, I do know he is a very brave young man and a beautiful angel still overwatching all. Thank you for your gift of Marquis.
Irene and Jerry Thompson
May 24, 2007
When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. May God comfort you in your sorrow.
Love,
Aunt Irene and Uncle Jerry
SPC Marquis J. McCants
May 24, 2007
May 24, 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
Jonathan Pike
May 24, 2007
McCants, I want you to know you will never be forgotten, I never knew your family tho I listened to you ramble on about them for hours. I can never express my condolences enough to your family, I will always remember the good times and the bad. I will celebrate the life you led, instead of the sadness your death has brought. Always remember "Paratroopers don't die, they just slip away."
-Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you,
Jesus Christ and the American GI. One died for your soul,
the other for your freedom.
RIP - old roomate, friend, and forever brother.
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