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Jesse Jones
June 20, 2019
Remembering you as a true HERO! Was glad to be your buddy in boot camp. Thank you for your sacrifice. You are remembered! Freedom isn't Free! Semper Fi Brother
Johnny Vasquez
November 19, 2016
Just thought I'd leave a message as a reminder that you will never be forgotten!
Jon Thomes
June 20, 2015
Rest peacefully my brother... You will always be missed and never forgotten.
Dave Ball
June 17, 2015
Remembering you and honoring your service.
karl riewe
May 26, 2014
Thinking of you on this day I miss you brother and will never forget you you have always been a tru friend
Dave Ball
May 26, 2014
Honor and respects on this Memorial Day.
Jill
May 24, 2014
I think of Shawn often. He was a friend I was very fond of for many years. Always cheerful and always great conversation that never ended and left my cheeks hurting. I regret so much that the last email he sent me was lost. I believe it was the day of his passing. I didn't respond until a few days later but never got a response from him. I sent a few more over the months, still not knowing what had happened. I finally did a google search. Almost a yearhad passed. I was so devastated. Our friendship had lasted years and sometimes we didn't talk for 6 months, but then when we did talk, it was as if time hadn't passed at all.
One memory that sticks out was a time at the dog park that his dog cut his foot and he was so upset and so worried. Brutus really was his son, not like a son, but his 4 legged son. He cut our dog park rensevous short to take his baby home to clean the wound. So sweet. Real good guy. He was an important part of the first season of Encinitas Kickball league too.
I will always remember Shawn and always miss him. I thank him for his service and love.
Dave
May 29, 2012
A salute to you and your family. May we never forget your spirit and your live.
Jennifer Martin
May 28, 2012
To the Martin Family,
I visit this page often but haven't really ever found the words to express how sorry I am for your loss.
I served with Shawn at CLB-13 and on the USS Denver. He was such an awesome person. He always had the rest of us laughing with his witty remarks and come backs. Since he was senior to my husband, the other Sgt. Martin, I called him #1 and my husband the deuce. I remember standing outside on one of the decks of the ship and asking how he met his wife. I have never seen a man act so giddy over a woman before. He told this long story about how they met and how in love with her he was. He truly was one of the good guys.
We miss him and SSgt Wilson and think of them often. We will never forget our brothers and will one day see them again.
karl riewe
September 1, 2011
i just recently learned of your passing brother i wish i would have know sooner i would have been there in a heart beat i always look fond of our fast comapny days they where the best years of my life and i'm glad you were there to fill them i will miss you my brother love you
Jon Thomes
July 9, 2011
The current of life moves ever so swiftly, but it will never be strong enough to wash away the memories of those we love. Miss you every day bro...
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Shawn P. Martin:
Please accept my remembrance of Shawn on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Lynn Smith
June 20, 2011
Celebrating a beautiful life lived and a life well spent.. you are never forgotten and thought about daily from so many who loved you. Thank you Shawn.. for having the courage to do the things others run away from..
Dave B
May 28, 2011
Rembering and honoring you this Memorial Day for your service and sacrifice. May Gob bless you and your familiy always.
Nancy Strazzeri
May 27, 2011
I remember you on this Memorial Day. You will never be forgotten for your bravery and love for your country, your family, your friends and your world.
Jon Thomes
June 24, 2010
I miss you brother... you are never forgotten.
Dave Ball
June 22, 2010
With honor and respect we remember you today.
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Shawn P. Martin:
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
David Folden
November 1, 2009
Shawn brother we will never forget!
Peggy Childers
June 20, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Shawn P. Martin:
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
Steve Silver
May 25, 2009
Happy Memorial Day to my best friend! Love you Always...
Kenna Larra
January 13, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
June 30, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Martin!
In Memory of Shawn Paul ~ (Debra Estep)
June 20, 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 –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
David Ball
June 5, 2008
Mimi and Family,
Not a day passes that you and Sean are not in my prayers. I never met Sean, but believe he must have been an wonderful person and outstanding Marine.
Please know that we will always be there for you.
May 11, 2008
Thinking of Shawn, and thinking of his family. May G-d rest his soul and grant strength to his family to carry on.
Donella Spencer
May 2, 2008
Dear Paul and Dawn,
I had the pleasure of meeting you tonite at the hotel site of the EOD auction, prior to the EOD Memorial tomorrow, which you will be attending for your son. It was so good to meet you and to talk with you... I really felt like I was in the right place at the right time. You both brightened my evening, and I hope I brightened your's a bit too. Bless your hearts for all you have gone through and will go through in the times to come. I know it will be so difficult, but I am so glad you have such wonderful memories of your son, and the knowledge that he loved what he did and the people he worked with.
If I don't see you tomorrow, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, along with your DIL... I specifically looked up your son, so I could know who I was thinking of ;D I do hope I get a chance to see you again tomorrow, but I doubt it, as it will be a busy, emotional day. I'd love to introduce you to my husband if I got the chance, though.
Blessings to you all.
hugs and prayers,
Donella
Jimmy
April 18, 2008
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I was stationed with Shawn and Stephen out in California. He was a great guy and a good friend. He will be missed and a loss will be noticed both at home and in the EOD community. God bless Shawn. Rah Ooh!
HB TOWNSEND
September 12, 2007
REMEMBER THIS MARINE. HONOR HIM AND ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS SACRIFICE. OUR PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY AND OUR THOUGHTS, WHEN TIMES ARE TOUGH. GO EASY MARINE. ACO 1STBN 6TH MARINES,VET. TAPS PLAYS ALWAYS TO A MARINE CORPS VET, ESPECIALLY WHEN ONE OF ARE OWN FALLS. SEMPER FI.
August 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Martin and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Janet Mattson
August 7, 2007
Our fallen hero, Sgt. Shawn P. Martin, will never be forgotten and I thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice to our country.
My deepest thoughts and prayers for the Martin Family in this great time of sorrow and need.
From a mother-in-law of one serving in Baghdad and a PROUD Soldiers’Angel.
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)
Sara Dowens
July 22, 2007
Mrs. Martin you raised an amazing man who will be greatly missed. Shawn was a friend that always will remain in my thoughts and prayers as you as well. God Bless
STEVE AND DEB ALLEN
July 13, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF SHAWN,
IT IS WITH A HEAVY HEART WE SIGN ANOTHER GUEST BOOK. OUR FAMILY SENDS ITS LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOURS. THE TEARS AND MEMORIES FLOW ON A DAILY BASIS YET YOU WILL FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING WE ALL SHARE YOUR LOSS. OUR SON, OUR HERO WAS KILLED 2-28-07, DOING WHAT HE BELIEVED IN. PLEASE KNOW THE MARINE FAMILY WE NOW HAVE WILL BRING COMFORT TO YOUR LIFE IN SO MANY WAYS. OUR BRAVE HEROES WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
WITH MUCH LOVE AND PRAYERS.
THE PROUD PARENTS OF OUR HERO
SGT. CHAD M. ALLEN 2-28-07
2ND LAR BAT.
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 12, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Margaret Young
July 12, 2007
Dawn and Family Just to let you know my prayers are with you in the loss you have suffered.May the good Lord give you the strength to go on and face each day with a new tomorrow.Shawn was a wonderful son, brother and husband. Hold the memories of Shawn and tucked them inside your heart and he will always be with you.God Bless each and everyone of you always.
lynn smith
July 11, 2007
As an EOD widow myself I am saddened to learn of another soldiers death but it especially hits home harder when it is that of another EOD family member. I wish to pass you loving thoughts during this difficult time. While everyone will tell you that time will heal all wounds and it will get easier with time. I offer these words of experience and hope. Time will not take this pain away however you will learn to live again even through the loss and pain of a wonderful man. Look for those that bring you comfort you and lean on them during this time. I found that talking about my beloved Scott everyday and passing his memories on to everyone I meet has helped a great deal. Remember that he'd want you to move on and he died for YOUR freedom and YOUR happiness, YOUR right to live in this great country...so honor that sacrifice by continuing to live on the same way you did when he was here to watch you and love you. He can still watch you from afar and a it is my hopes to someday be reunited with the man I love and lost, I hope the same will happen for you someday. While there are NO words that can bring you comfort, I hope that the memory of such a wonderful hero can help to bring that comfort into your lives again. This is a poem I received shortly after Scott was killed and I thought it might also bring some comfort to you.
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
All the best to find your happiness again.
Sincerely,
Lynn Smith
Wife of a Hero
SFC Scott R Smith
US Army EOD
I love you
You were always my Hero
KIA 07-17-2006
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 10, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Martin 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~
Elaine Bury
July 8, 2007
Dear Dawn & family,
What an exceptional man you raised. No wonder you were so proud of him. I'd just like to express my sympathy and to tell you that we, as a nation, grieve your loss and we respect and honor your son for the hero he was. We are so grateful to him and to you for his admirable service to our country. God bless you all and bestow His peace upon you.
May all your wonderful memories comfort you in the years ahead. You are in my prayers, and your son is with God.
Lee Sirotnak
July 8, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss, prayers that the Lord provide you comfort and peace, and our gratitude for the work, and sacrifice, of your Marine, Shawn, a true American hero. God Bless.
July 6, 2007
Another Angel has entered the gates of heaven...God bless your loved ones left behind..but please know Shawn is always with you, in the beautiful sun, the moon, the sparkling stars..always..
With Love
T~
Sister of a Fallen Marine
Kelly Archer
July 6, 2007
Mimi,
I was so sorry to hear about Shawn. I cannot begin to imagine the pain and grief you are dealing with but please know that I am here if you ever need a shoulder.
Love,
Kelly (Kerber) Archer
Shawnee (Austin, TX)
July 5, 2007
May you Rest in Peace in God's loving arms.
Mary Ellen Callahan
July 3, 2007
To: Marianne and the Martin Family:
I wish to send my heartfelt sympathy to all of you on the loss of Shawn. It is always heartbreaking when one of our EOD Family Members is taken from us. For they are the true heroes, defending and protecting their fellow brothers and sisters.
I wish I could say it will get easier, but it is always the most difficult time of our lives. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Mary Ellen Callahan
Goldstar Mother
Ssgt. Bill Callahan EOD USMC
KIA Ramadi 4/27/07
Kara Robbins
July 3, 2007
My husband also deployed with the 13th MEU and it came as a shock to read about the loss of Shawn. Even though I never met him I sat in stunned silence and thought of how you must be feeling and I want to say I am so sorry. His sacrifice means a great deal to me and I hope to live my life in a way that is worthy of it. I hope time will someday ease the pain, although I know he can never be replaced.
Marcy Laraway-Canterbury
July 2, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the entire Martin family. I went to high school with Shawn. He was always a kind person with a great heart. He will be missed.
Terry Turek
July 1, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Karen Glastetter
June 30, 2007
Rest In Peace You Are A Chosen One
Shawn Was A True Hero I Extend My Deepest Sympathy My Father Is Proud to have been a member of Elsmere Fire Company with Him.
stephen everett
June 30, 2007
my prayers go out to the martin family thank for blessing us with a very strong person
anonymous
June 29, 2007
"No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare our hearts for goodbye...Time will soften the pain until all that is left is the comfort of the memories and the love, ALWAYS the love.."
Judy Mosher
June 29, 2007
Mimi:
Uncle Bryan and I are always here for you and we will lift you up daily in prayer. Your Faith will get you through this. Look to God for comfort each day as He will give you the strength and endurance you need. Cherish every moment you and Shawn had as you shared a Love that was very special. Shawn touched every life of everyone he met and he will live in our hearts forever. We love you Honey.
Love,
Uncle Bryan & Aunt Judy
Judy Mosher
June 29, 2007
Dawn, Paul & Nicolle,
Shawn will forever be a Hero and will forever live in our hearts. We will miss him dearly but our Faith and your Faith will get us all through this and we will one day be together again with Shawn. Know that every day you will be lifted up in prayer. May God give you the strength and endurance that you need each and every day. You are all loved so very much. Look to God for comfort as He will never leave nor forsake you. We love you and miss you.
Love,
Bryan & Judy
June 29, 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
Mike M
June 29, 2007
To the Martin Family:
My deepest sympathy goes out to all the family members of Sgt. Martin. I personally want to thank his wife and family for the sacrifice their beloved family member gave of himself so others would be free.
Sgt Shawn Martin is a True American Hero.
May God look over you all and bless you and help with your loss.
Lori Young
June 29, 2007
Martin Family,
You do not know me and I did not know Shawn, but I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to all of you. I wanted to also express my gratefulness to your son for defending our country. He is a true American Hero and will be remembered that way by so many people. Please know that my prayers are with you at this very hard time.
A tax and finance employee
June 29, 2007
Please God, Bless Shawn and his family. They are the American Heros, sacrificing so much for all of us. God Bless you all and grant you peace.
Ed & Lina Harrington
June 29, 2007
Dawn & Paul
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Mary Sindoni
June 28, 2007
Dawn & family
There are no words I can say to help ease your pain...but just know you are not alone...... every life Shawn has touched feels the same...My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Eberhardt
June 28, 2007
I was only able to meet Shawn on two occasions. We were both in the same wedding party of our friend Steve Silver in September 2006. Although, I didn't get to know Shawn very well, I enjoyed the conversations we were able to have, and could right away see the good heart that Steve and many others saw in him. My deepest sympathy goes out to his wife, parents and all family members and friends of Shawn. It was a privilege to have met him.
Lori S.
June 28, 2007
Dawn and family,
It saddens me so to hear about the loss of your son... a true American hero! May the comfort of God, family and friends ease your pain in the days to come.
A heartfelt thank you to Shawn for serving our country. I am enternally grateful to him and all the soldiers who fight for America's freedom.
Irene Tooly
June 28, 2007
Mimi,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband. May God be your comfort and peace at this time in the sacrifice your husband has given to keep our beautiful country free.
Clark & Irene Tooly
Ginger Thompson
June 28, 2007
Dawn & family-I'm so sorry for your loss. I know there are no words I can say to ease your pain or comfort you at this difficult time. I just want you to know that my heart goes out to you all and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I'm here for you if you need anything at all. I only met Shawn once but felt like I knew him forever through your stories and pictures. Thank you Shawn for what you did for all of us. You are truly a hero and will never be forgotten. May god bless you all.
mark dagostino
June 28, 2007
My sympathy to the Martin family and may God be with you and comfort you for your sacrifice.
Mark D'Agostino
Vera Daley
June 28, 2007
Dawn & Family,
I am so sorry for your lose. My prayers will be with you and yours.We use to talk all the time about our sons and the Marine Corp. God bless you all.
anonymous
June 28, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although I did not know Shawn I am forever grateful to him for fighting for my freedom. Everytime I see a soldier in passing whether it be a hero just home from Iraq or a Veteran I take the time to stop and thank them. God Bless the Martin Family.
Terra Sturn
June 28, 2007
To
Dawn & Paul, Nicolle & Kira, Marianne, and Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I did not know Shawn, but it is clear how much he is loved and will be missed. My thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Terra M. Sturn
Steve Billings
June 28, 2007
Mimi,
Amy and I are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Amy Billings
Dave Nicoletta
June 28, 2007
Mimi,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I know how proud you were of him and how difficult this is for you. Thank you for the sacrifice he made to protect this country and thank you for the sacrifice you have made to keep us safe.
Stan & Charlotte Hablutzel
June 28, 2007
To Shawn's Family,
Please accept our deepest sorrow for your loss of Shawn. He died a hero and for that we are eternally grateful. We are praying that God will comfort you at this horrific loss.
Jean Cramer
June 28, 2007
A heartfelt thank you Sgt.Martin to you and all of our fine service men and women who serve in our armed force around the world, and put their lives on the line to protect us and our freedom. God Bless you and all who have died and those who have been wounded and lost limbs serving their country. God Bless your family. I know what it is like to lose family member in war. I lost a brother in WWII a cousin in Vietnam. My Great Nephew Sgt. Brian A. Cramer just got back safely from a second tour of duty in Iraq with the U.S.M.C. He and all of our men and women were in my prayers every day and nite. Thank YOU for your service. The True Heroes of this County. Also All the Members of Ambulance Corps Fire fighters and police force paid and volunteer.
Semper Fi!
Jean Cramer Malta NY
Danedra Gagnon
June 28, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. I am thinking and praying for you guys at the funeral and it is breaking my heart that you guys are hurt. If I can do anything to help please contact me.
My cell is
429-3779
Beth Wixted
June 28, 2007
Dawn and family - Oh my goodness - I am so sorry - I weep for you - I pray for you - I saw your picture with Shawn on the news last night - I couldn't believe it. I'm praying for the Lord to send His Comfort and Strength to get all of you thru this time. I know you are such a proud Mom. You always talked about him when you came to visit me at work and sell the tickets. Beth Wixted from tax
June 28, 2007
With sincere sympathy, respect and gratitude. Barb & Fred Veltman
Cherie
June 28, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
April Speed
June 28, 2007
Dawn and Family, So very sorry for the loss of Shawn. Rejoice in all the happy memories you have of him.
My Deepest Sympathy,April Speed
Department of Labor UI Registration
Donna (Eramo) Bonacquisti
June 28, 2007
Dear Dawn and Family: I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your son. I can't imagine what a family goes through when they receive this terrible news. What a tragedy. Please know that you will all remain in my prayers.
Cheryl Sullivan (Kurtessis)
June 27, 2007
To the Martin family:
I am very sorry for your loss. Shawn was a good friend of mine back during our high school days. He was a great listener and there was never a dull moment when he was around. I couldnt have asked for a better friend.
My boyfriend made a good point earlier today while I was reading a story about Shawn on timesunion.com...he said that "even though another soldier passed away, another one is taking his place tomorrow"...and that other person is myself. I am joining the Army National Guard.
Again..I am very sorry for your loss.
T Smarro
June 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours. As a mom of a soldier currently serving in Iraq, I couldn't even begin to imagine the grief. May God bless you today and always.
Tina
Matthew Kelly Jr.
June 27, 2007
We send our heartfelt sympathies to his family and deep gratitude for his service to our community and our country.
Candy Martin Amero
June 27, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Peggy Metot
June 27, 2007
Mimi,
so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you and all that were so close to Shawn. please know you are in my prayers.
Peter Rappoccio
June 27, 2007
It pains me to hear of Shawn's passing and him leaving his loved behind, yet I value what has done for us all. No other person could have done what he had done. He selflessly gave up his life to save those he was protecting. He gave the ultimate sacrifice and now enters the annals of those past before. This does not make the pain burn any less, yet in remembering his sacrifice we strive to be like he. Selfless. Stong. Proud. My Prayers go out to his family, and his friends. Be strong in your hearts for Shawn was strong in his actions. Farewell Shawn. You will never be forgotten, Ever.
Your brother in heart, Peter.
Monica Collen
June 27, 2007
Leland and Patricia Martin,
I am Sue and Bill Hopkins granddaughter. My father just told me about your grandson. I am so sorry for your loss. Shawn is a HERO and I'm sure you are so proud of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
God bless you and your family!
Fallon Wilkinson
June 27, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss
Melissa Burnham
June 27, 2007
To the family
Shawn and I use to take the bus together for 3 yrs and his sister i am so sad for your loss I went to Bethlehem and graduate in 1994 Shawn was a great friend and listener it is about a yr ago when i ran in to nicolle while a stay in the hospital and she told all his wonderful accomplishments i was so proud to have known him the community has suffered a great loss. Melissa Vedder (Burnham)
Kathleen & Kelly Shea
June 27, 2007
Dear Paul, Dawn, Nicole and Marianne:
This was sent to us when our "Hero" was so quickly taken away. We hope in some small way it helps.
TO MY DEAREST FAMILY... SOME THINGS I'D LIKE TO SAY...
BUT FIRST OF ALL TO LET YOU KNOW THAT I ARRIVED OKAY...
I'M WRITING THIS FROM HEAVEN. HERE I DWELL WITH GOD ABOVE.
HERE THERE ARE NO MORE TEARS OF SADNESS, HERE IS JUST ETERNAL LOVE.
PLEASE DO NOT BE UNHAPPY JUST BECAUSE I'M OUT OF SIGHT.
REMEMBER THAT I'M WITH YOU EVERY MORNING, NOON AND NIGHT.
THAT DAY I HAD TO LEAVE YOU WHEN MY LIFE ON EARTH WAS THROUGH.
GOD PICKED ME UP AND HUGGED ME AND SAID "I WELCOME YOU".
IT'S GOOD TO HAVE YOU BACK AGAIN, YOU WERE MISSED WHILE YOU WERE GONE...
AS FOR YOUR DEAREST FAMILY, THEY'LL BE HERE LATER ON.
I NEED YOU HERE BADLY; YOU'RE PART OF MY PLAN.
THERE'S SO MUCH THAT WE HAVE TO
DO, TO HELP OUT MORTAL MAN.
GOD GAVE ME A LIST OF THINGS THAT HE WISHED FOR ME TO DO.
AND FOREMOST ON THAT LIST, WAS TO WATCH AND CARE FOR YOU.
AND WHEN YOU LIE IN BED AT NIGHT, THE DAY'S CHORES PUT TO FLIGHT,
GOD AND I ARE CLOSEST TO YOU...IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT.
WHEN YOU THINK OF MY LIFE ON EARTH, AND ALL THOSE LOVING YEARS,
BECAUSE YOU ARE ONLY HUMAN, THEY ARE BOUND TO BRING YOU TEARS.
BUT DO NOT BE AFRAID TO CRY; IT DOES RELEIVE THE PAIN.
REMEMBER THERE WOULD BE NO FLOWERS, UNLESS THERE WAS SOME RAIN.
I WISH THAT I COULD TELL YOU ALL WHAT GOD HAS PLANNED,
BUT IF I WERE TO TELL YOU, YOU WOULDN'T UNDERSTAND.
BUT ONE THING IS FOR CERTAIN, THOUGH MY LIFE ON EARTH IS O'ER,
I AM CLOSER TO YOU NOW, THAN I EVER WAS BEFORE.
THERE ARE MANY ROCKY ROADS AHEAD OF YOU AND MANY HILLS TO CLIMB;
BUT TOGETHER YOU CAN DO IT BY TAKING ONE DAY AT A TIME.
IT WAS ALWAYS MY PHILOSOPHY AND I'D LIKE IT FOR YOU TOO...THAT AS YOU GIVE UNTO THE WORLD, THE WORLD WILL GIVE TO YOU.
IF YOU CAN HELP SOMEONE WHO IS IN SORROW OR PAIN,
THEN YOU CAN SAY TO GOD AT NIGHT..."MY DAY WAS NOT IN VAIN".
AND NOW I AM CONTENTED...THAT MY LIFE HAS BEEN WORTHWHILE, KNOWING AS I PASSED ALONG THE WAY, I MADE SOMEBODY SMILE.
SO IF YOU MEET SOMEONE, WHO IS SAD AND FEELING LOW,
JUST LEND A HAND TO PICK HIM UP, AS ON YOUR WAY YOU GO.
WHEN YOUR WALKING DOWN THE STREET AND YOU'VE GOT ME ON YOUR MIND...
I'M WALKING IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS ONLY HALF A STEP BEHIND.
AND WHEN IT'S TIME FOR YOU TO GO...FROM THAT BODY TO BE FREE..
REMEMBER YOU'RE NOT GOING...YOU'RE COMING HERE TO ME.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Please know Kelly and I send our thoughts and prayers to each of you at this most difficult time.
Julie Amedio
June 27, 2007
To the Family of Shawn Martin-
I was so sorry to hear of Shawn's passing. Although I didn't know him personally,from what I have read about him I learned that he was a very special person. I hope that you can find comfort each and every day knowing that people all over the world are keeping your family in their prayers.
Catharine (Kaufman) Smith
June 27, 2007
Dear Martin Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Shawn was such a wonderful person, and a great friend - one of only a few that brought you true friendship. Shawn will always hold a special place in my heart, as i'm sure he will with anyone that had the honor and privilege of getting to know him. He will be greatly missed by many. He is a true hero, in more ways than one.
Thank you Shawn - for your smile, your courage, your friendship, and for making the ultimate sacrifice for those that you knew and loved, and for those that you didn't know.
Hugh Williams
June 27, 2007
I remember Shawn quite well, as well as Nicole. There are many memories of the Elsmere Elementary School. I am sorry about your loss.
Jackelyn
June 27, 2007
Im deeply sadden for the loss of our brave. They make great sacrifices for us. My prayers will always include them.
Christine, Bruce & Dylan Altemus
June 27, 2007
Dawn and Family -
We were so sad to hear of this news. I know how very proud you are of him and all that he had acomplished. I wanted to let you know that we too, are so greatful for all that he has done to protect our freedom and serve our country. He was a special person that will forever be in our hearts. God bless him and your family. Much love....
Lori
June 27, 2007
May God bless you and guide you at this very difficult time. Shawn was a true hero. Keep his memories close your heart.
Diane
June 27, 2007
To The Family Of Shawn Martin & Friends,
Our thoughts, Prayers & Deepest Sympathies go out to you and your family & friends! Your son is OUR HERO & he will forever be remembered as such! He paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect & serve his Country & for that we as a Nation are forever GREATFUL!!! Shawn is now an Angel in Heaven watching down upon his family, friends & fellow Marines (and other Military Branches that are fighting to Protect & Serve our Great Nation!!) Cherish the memories you have with him & you will find comfort in them!
We all know the pain & sorrow that is in your heart right now & if we could take that pain away we would!! Our Nation is Mourning with you, you are NOT ALONE!! May GOD BLESS YOU ALL & MAY HE HOLD YOU IN HIS ARMS & COMFORT YOU!!!!
You are in our thoughts & Prayers and we all wish we could help ease the pain & sorrow that is in your heart! But we can not so we will continue to Pray and ask God to Guide You & Watch over you always! Your son is a HERO & we are endebted to him for his strength, courage & commitment to Protect & Serve!! With our deepest sympathy
Diane & Family
Terri
June 27, 2007
Thank you Shawn for the Ultimate Sacrifice. Rest In Peace.
June 27, 2007
```Another Hero```
God Bless you and thank you so much for your sacrifice for serving our country. God Bless the USA.
Shane & Melanie Earl
June 27, 2007
Mimi,
I’m so sorry for your loss…please know your entire family is in our prayers. I applaud you for supporting your husband through his deployments, as a service member myself I can tell you first hand it makes our jobs MUCH easier when the support in the home is strong! Shawn will not be forgotten and it's you that is charged with spreading the message of the sacrifice that people like your husband have made. Use your family as your support system…they love you! God Bless your family and God Bless this great country!
SFC Thomas (NYS Army National Guard) and Joanne McNaney
June 27, 2007
To the family of Shawn,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shawn is a hero and we are very greatful for that.
Jim Schweigert
June 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy for the Martin family at their loss. A great sacrifice for a greater reason. Paul, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jim
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