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for Shawn Gajdos
Judy Consilio
May 18, 2014
In honor of Shawn Gajdos, as we approach Memorial Day, 2014. I appreciate the sacrifices he made on behalf of our nation. May we never forget. Rest in peace, Soldier.
AJ
June 6, 2013
Prayers for peace in your hearts and only happy memories of his life. He sounds like the kind of person I would love to be. We won't forget Shawn.
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March 19, 2013
In memory and honor of PFC Shawn Gajdos. He will forever be remembered.
Peggy Childers
June 7, 2012
June 6, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Shawn D. Gajdos:
Always remembering Shawn. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
June 6, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Shawn D. Gajdos:
Please accept my remembrance of Shawn on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
June 6, 2011
Thank You, my brother. "A Viet Nam Vet"
Will Erin
January 21, 2011
Rest in peace Shawn.
Peggy Childers
June 6, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Shawn D. Gajdos:
Remembering Shawn 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
Kevin
September 9, 2009
I still miss him and the joy he brought to me when we hung out and the fun we used to have. He is with us always.
Peggy Childers
June 6, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Shawn D. Gajdos:
Shawn 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
Theresa Diduch
May 19, 2009
The Dash essay certainly fits this life. As our family and friends prepare to send the best Love in a box to our Marine, the end of earth days for Shawn, 6/6/2007, is the big, age of majority for Ted.
We pray for them at bedtime, at dawn, at Sr. Roberta's retirement concert and 25th year of service celebration send-off. We thank them all as we vote, speak our minds and complain when we are too hot at 75 degrees.
As Mom, I want to send his favorite ice cream and two spoons so he can give someelse the first taste, like he did with me here over the Holidays. He could handle the calories so much better than me.
WE pray for Secy of War Gates that his tenacity and focus continue to be on a just Peace that will stick. Get to the point of the unrest, teach the natives how to live together as the Lion and the Lamb.
God knows LOVE not so much which religion to choose. We have today to choose the best path.
mother Duck II, Theresa Diduch, Mom to LCpl and wife to Ted Air Force veteran, sis to Dave 20 years Army (Vietnam, BosniaEtc, Gulf One, Kabul etc) and Don short-timer Army,
Theresa Diduch
May 19, 2009
God bless and keep all those who love this amazing Guardian Angel.
Ted and Theresa Diduch, St. Alphonsus parents to M, M and T the Lance Corporal who shares June 6 as his start date
Ted and Theresa Diduch, and Family
Jean Reeves
May 6, 2009
Dear Shawn, I just recently found out that my son, Cpl. Joshua H. Reeves, thought of you as one of his best friends. I saw a picture of him at your memorial service in Iraq and he looks grief stricken. I just want your family to know that I appreciate the way they raised you. You must be a very special man for my son to think of you so highly. Josh was very reserved and held his friends dear. Josh was killed on Sept. 22, 2007, just about 12 hours after the birth of his first child. I know you and Josh are together and I am so glad that he has friends and family around him. Thank you for your service. Thank you for being a friend to my son. God bless your family. God be with you. Please give Josh a hug. I will always remember you and your service. Jean Reeves, Mom of Cpl. Joshua H. Reeves, OIF
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January 8, 2009
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Steven Fuller
July 25, 2008
I knew Shawn as teenagers and all he ever wanted to be was a soldier. I haven't seen Shawn in 8 yrs and still as I read his obituary I cry remembering the man he was and learning of the soldier he will always be.
You are missed Brother
RIP in the arms of the lord
You are finally home.
Steven
June 29, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Gajdos!
In Memory of Shawn Douglas ~ (Debra Estep)
June 6, 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 Shawn, 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
The Other Side –
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Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Alex Soper
October 1, 2007
I lost my brother Sgt. Matthew Ryan Soper on the same day PFC Shawn Gajdo's lost his life (6-6-07) My brother is out of Jackson MI. I know the pain that you're going through, and I hope that your faith in God helps ease the pain. Thank you to the family of Shawn, and may God bless you!
August 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Gajdos and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
August 2, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 11, 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
James Hofstra
July 2, 2007
Family and Love ones of PFC Gajdos
I can't even begin to feel your pain. Greatly sorry for your loss of a fine young man. His life and love for you will go on for ever. I read the tribute from Captain Michael A. Jurick Jr. it really brought me to tears and later honor.
I rode with the Patriot Guard Riders while we escorted your loved one from Grandville to the church. I never knew Shawn but I was honored to ride with him to the church. His Company Commander said it so beautiful, a leader, soldier, Hero and a Patroit. Deeply sorry for your loss.
Sgt. James M. Hofstra
USAF Veteran
Francine Bretz
June 25, 2007
To the family of PFC Gajdos, I am truly sorry for your loss. I know that nothing anyone can say right now can ease the pain that you must be feeling. Shawn was a friend to my son PFC Brandon Wood who serves in the same platoon. He told me that "Shawn was my best boy". I appreciate the job your son did and for the friendship that he had with Brandon. I pray that he will continue as one of God's Soldiers to look after all the men and women serving our country. God Bless Shawn and your family at this extremely difficult time. If you are interested Brandon sent me a picture of your son that I would be happy to forward to you if you are interested. I will send my e-mail for your reply if you are interested.
K Rafferty
June 24, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss and would like to extend my condolences. The ultimate sacrifice Shawn made makes him my hero.
Mary Kay Ingram
June 24, 2007
Thank you to all that have signed Shawn's guest book. I have not been able to bring myself to read the entries until today. I'm grateful and thankful for all of your support and wonderful comments. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated. Shawn's Aunt Mary
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 23, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Gajdos family in the loss of Shawn. I did not know Shawn, 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. Shawn 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~
shawnee (Austin, TX)
June 22, 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...
..
Ronn Massie
June 20, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Shawn.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Shawn for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
SSG Hoofard
June 19, 2007
Gajdos,Shawn you are a great man, wonderful soldier, a great friend to many. The first one to do anything for anyone. Thank you for everything. I will truly miss you!
David & Mandy Dockins
June 18, 2007
Our son, Andrew, is stationed at Fort Riley. Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to you in the loss of your precious son, our American hero. May you feel God's presence close giving you the comfort you need.
Robin Johnson
June 18, 2007
Brenda and Tammy it has been almost 20 years since I have seen you both. I miss you both very much. To me Shawn always was the greatest guy in the world. your family has always been in my thoughts and prayers. Brenda you did a wonderful job raising your children Shawn was a great man and a hero. god bless you and Tammie.
you both will always be in my heart and prayers.
I'm so glad that I got to be part of Shawns life being his foster mom was the happiest time of my life.
with love always Robin
Robin Johnson
June 18, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
L J
June 17, 2007
Just a short note to say THANK YOU. Shawn has paid the ultimate price for our freedom, be proud, be courageous. Shawn is surely a HERO. God Bless America!
The Wirless Crew
June 15, 2007
It Was an honor and a privilidge to know you Shawn. We will all miss you
Tammy Army MOM
June 15, 2007
My Heart and prayers go out to your family. Your son is a hero!
June 15, 2007
May the healing hands of our Heavenly Father comfort your hearts. As the Mother of a fallen Soldier, I will forever keep you in my prayers.
Jami Edgecomb, Mother of Cpl Nyle Yates III, KIA 03/16/06, Samarra, Iraq
William Torreson
June 14, 2007
With my deepest respect and sympathy, I express my sorrow and my sympathy for your loss. Shawn
job well done.
William Torreson
Candace Streeper
June 14, 2007
I just want to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, I did not know Shawn but he was in Delta Company 2-16 with my husband. No words can describe what you must be going through with the loss of your son, but just remember that he died doing a job that he loved and he was a HERO to all of us. GOD BLESS YOU....Candace Streeper
Rená Guttrich
June 14, 2007
I didn't know you personally but I know many young men and women that are serving our country proudly. Thank you for caring enough to join the Army for all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. From a proud Army mom.
Kevin/Deb Dawson
June 14, 2007
You don't know us, but we are eternally grateful for the sacrifice you have made for us and our children. Thanks for serving! We will continue to pray for our servicemen and your family. Thank you!
June 14, 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
J D
June 14, 2007
Thanks for being a real HERO! Thanks for putting everything on the line, for me and for this country. When the star spangled banner says "home of the BRAVE" I will be singing about you!
George Hale
June 14, 2007
Shawn and my son James Hale served together. They were very good friends.I feel and know your loss.I know James wishes he could be there for your family to lean on, but he still has the mission to do. To Shawn, God speed my son, we all love and respect you!
Walter Duke
June 14, 2007
His sacrifice was the ultimate-His spirit lives on in our hearts-we are sad-we are proud-we are grateful.
(Your brother in arms-D2/16 RSVN 1968)
J
June 14, 2007
I was honored yesterday to be at the airport to welcome Shawn back home.I am deeply sorry for you loss. A soul never really leaves, he is an angel now watching over all.
What a beautiful difference one single life has made.
Your family is in my heart and prayers.
Alan Brutus
June 14, 2007
I had the pleasure of working with Gajdos the whole time we were here together and he was a great guy and my best friend that I had here. He was the driver of our truck and nobody will be able to ever replace him. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends. I know he will be missed by everyone. God Bless
Edward Gunnels
June 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your son gave the greatest sacfice ever, for his country. Our son served with him as a member of Delta company 2-16. Keeping your family and all families in our thoughts and prayers
Michele Jurick
June 13, 2007
I would like to take this oppurtunity to give you my sympathies on the loss of your son, Shawn. Capt. Jurick is my brother and he spoke highly of him. I know there are no magic words to comfort you at this time. May God's healing grace help you through this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
obit reader
June 13, 2007
Shan: Did knot know you personally.
But I pray that his family finds
comfort in the old saying. Only the
good Die young and God only takes the best. Thank you for your sacrafice for freedom . A obituary
Reader
Andrea
June 13, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cassie Botka
June 13, 2007
I never had the chance meet to Shawn personally but as it sounds he was a wonderful man. My husband is also in 2-16 IN. My heart goes out to your family. You're in my prayers. Shawn was a true Hero.
Becky
June 13, 2007
My prayers are with you during this difficult. Your family made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom and we are eternally grateful. Thank you and God bless.
Becky
June 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to our fallen hero and his family. Thank you is not enough.
Mike and Betty Jurick
June 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your beloved Shawn. I'm sorry we never met him but knew him through our son and daughter-in-law, Captain Michael Jurick and his wife, Missie. May God give you grace and strength to endure this difficult journey. God Bless you. Please know you are in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Lesle Reeves
June 13, 2007
My heart goes out to you all. My husband is also serving with D Co. 2-16 IN in Iraq, and he spoke very highly of Pfc. Gajdos. I know he will be missed and never forgotten by those who served with him. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy Woodbury
June 13, 2007
I had the pleasure of knowing your son and he was a fine man. I would go visit my husband at Delta Co. and your son was always there to greet me with a smile. He always took the time to ask how we were doing and he would play with my kids. My husband is SFC Woodbury of 1st Platoon and he wanted to make sure that you knew he really liked Shawn. He said to me that Shawn was a good kid and that he always did his job and he did it well. My husband will truly miss him and he will be remembered for all his hard work and kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
elva gross
June 13, 2007
we do not know you nor did we know shawn however we wish to send our condolences our most sincere sympathy may he rest in peace he gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country i am so sorry for your loss
candy & jeff kronewitter
June 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Shawn's family. We did not know this young hero but are very proud of him for all he did for our country.
Nancy
June 13, 2007
My heart goes out to you as I also know the pain of losing a child. Words cannot express how grateful I am for the sacrifice your son made for me as an American. May God bring you peace and healing in the days ahead.
Mike Jurick
June 12, 2007
God Speed my friend. I know you will continue to look over the men of Delta Company. We will never forget you.
Terrell Spencer
June 12, 2007
My deepest sympathy and gratitude to your family. Your son made the ultimate sacrifice for his county and I am truly grateful. My husband had the honor of serving with your son. God bless you.
Missie Jurick
June 12, 2007
Shawn-you always had a smile, and did everything above and beyond. I thank you not only for you service and sacrifice for our Country, but also for your friendship with my husband. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. As my husband has told you, "Car Ramrod Forever!" To your family and friends, my deepest sympathy- you are all in my heart. My husband always spoke highly of Shawn, and I know he was honored to serve with him, and proud to call him a friend.
Lawrence Grandolfo
June 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. A proud veteran of Delta 2/16 (1968).
Don Dignan
June 12, 2007
I salute Shawn and his family who stand among the rare breed of Americans today, those who put their country ahead of everything.
May you have peace knowing that a true American hero lived in your midst. I am proud to have served in the same unit, D/2/16, 1st Infantry Division, as Shawn in Vietnam in 1967-68.
Christine Hawley
June 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My husband had the honor of serving with PFC Shawn Gajdos over in Iraq. Shawn was a wonderful soldier and his memory will never be forgotten. On behalf me and the entire 2-16 IN Rangers family, we thank you PFC Shawn Gajdos for making the ultimate sacarfice. Your honor and courage will live on in all of us.
Ron Saxton
June 12, 2007
To the family and friends of Shawn,
I met Shawn briefly in January 2007 while visiting with Delta/2-16 Infantry at Ft. Riley, KS. A mature, "get it done" and well respected soldier of whom all can be proud. Your legacy will not be forgotten. Hand salute! Rest well brother-in-arms.
Respectfully,
Ron Saxton
Lieutenant Colonel
US Army, Infantry, Retired
Secretary
16th Infantry Regiment Association
stephanie
June 12, 2007
Thank you for your service to our Country!
Garnet Jenkins
June 11, 2007
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of Pfc. Shawn D. Gajdos, the Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Shawn rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Gajdos family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam, in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
Romans 8:18
May the Peace of God and your precious memories of Shawn, remain in your heart always and give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary Allain
June 11, 2007
Pfc. Shawn D. Gajdos
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
valorie
June 10, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a son, Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your little one tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Jessica Wisniewski
June 9, 2007
For your bravery, I will always respect you.
For your heroism, I will always honor you.
For your selflessness, I will always love you.
For your dedication, I will always remember you.
For my safety, I will always thank you.
For your sacrifice, I can never repay you.
I wrote this for my brother, Sgt. Justin Wisniewski, whom I lost on May 19, 2007. My heart is still an open wound and it will take more time to heal than any physical wound ever would. Because like you, I not only lost a loved one, a hero, but I lost hopes and dreams, memories that were waiting to be made. I lost the chance to make up for lost time, to make up for the almost three years my brother was in the service.
But what helps me to get through each day is knowing that when it is finally my turn to go home, I will be reunited with Justin and we will have eternity to do all of those things we missed here on earth, and that will be time that nothing, not even death, can take away.
I am forever sorry for the loss of this brave young man, as well as for all of the soldiers who have taken this country's protection upon themselves, and who have given everything for that cause. If Shawn is anything like Justin, he had a spirit and a determination that will never die. God bless you and my family and I will keep you in our prayers.
SHIRLEY DONEY
June 8, 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
Carol Cline
June 8, 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.
Sandy Bonesteel
June 8, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
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