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for Frank Walkup
Amanda Jernigan
August 17, 2025
Frank and I were on the Drill Team in JROTC at Riverdale together. He was very funny and he was a good friend. I miss him.
Lindsay
July 22, 2022
Frank was an exceptional man! We attended air assault school together in 2004. Such a charismatic man with a passion for life. I had the honor of visiting his gravesite last weekend while I was in Tennessee. AIR ASSAULT! Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. Never to be forgotten. You are truly the brightest star in the sky with a smile to die for.
Amanda
November 11, 2016
Today is Veteran's Day and I would just like to thank Lt. Frank Walkup for his service and his sacrifice. I had the pleasure of knowing him during our RTCO class at Riverdale High School. I hated to hear of his passing. I live not far from his Memorial Bridge and my son and I are going to go pay our respects to him by putting a balloon there for him to remember his ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. My prayers are with his family.
melissa walkup Oaks
June 19, 2014
Today is your 31st birthday! Happy Birthday in Heaven. my sweet son. I miss you still...I will always miss you. I love you my sweet Frankie. Noone can change my heart...I love you. I miss you.
Your Momma
Melissa Walkup Oaks
Kent Bilbrey
May 13, 2014
It was an Honor to meet this Fine Young Officer and Gentleman.
June 19, 2013
HAPPY 30TH BIRTHDAY MY SWEET SON! Today, is your 30th birthday. I wish more than you could possibly know that you were still here on this earth to celebrate this day together...actually, I wish you were still here to celebrate EVERY DAY w/ you. Frankie, I miss you so. As I have said so many times...there is not a day, an hour that goes by that I don't think of you! You are such a part of my life still. We released red, white, & blue balloons for you on Sunday! I know you saw me & Taylor release them. I will always do this special gesture for you this time every year. I know you are happy,& safe now. You are rejoicing w/ the Lord & his angels. I know you & I will be together again & it will be a glorious day. Frankie...your momma loves you so much. Happy Birthday my sweet son.
Your Momma
Melissa Walkup Oaks
Shonte McCoy
March 10, 2013
To the family and friends of this fine young soldier. I am in the midst of doing a project for my Social Mass Media class. I chose Frank Walkup IV because of his smile. Interestingly enough, I found that his brother is in Germany recovering from 5 gunshot wounds. I am a Christian and I just want to let you know that God has/will send you the peace and courage that you need. May He continue to look after and comfort all of you and those you love. Psalms 31:9
October 2, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you so much. Praying for your family and friends. From Loretta O'Grady, One very grateful and FREE American thanks to this brave man.
Kaitlyn
October 1, 2012
Frankie, You are and forever will be a hero! Watch over Franz and help him pull through this. The Walkup family has raised amazing men. My heart is with you and the whole family.
Peggy Childers
June 24, 2012
June 16, 2012
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Frank B. Walkup:
Always remembering Frank. "Some gave all."
Melissa Oaks
June 19, 2012
My Sweet son...today would have been your 28th birthday!There is not a day, hour, minute that goes by that you are notthought about & missed! I would give anything to see your beautiful smile again. Your memory will always be kept alive. You will never be forgotten my beautiful son. I know that your are in Heaven with the Angels looking down on all of us. I know you are so proud of your brothers & sisters...we all love & miss you terribly Frankie. Rest with the Angel's sweet son. I love you forever & always. I miss you more than you could ever know!
Your Mom - Melissa Walkup Oaks
nancy woolsey wilburn
October 24, 2011
melissa and frank you may not remember me from overton but i saw you today on news. you have my sympathy and thanks for the sacrifice you made.
i remember hearing about your long labor. god bless.
FRANZ WALKUP
October 21, 2011
Frankie i miss you every day. I am currently in iraq where you where years ago, walking down the same streets as you and seeing some of the things you have makes me miss you even more. I every day i push myself cause i know you would of wanted the best of me. When i get back state side i will continue to push myself and try to get selected for special forces. i love you big bro till me meet again. I will never forget to lead from the front WLTW!!
Ginny & Family
October 16, 2011
We wish to Thank You 1st Lt. Frank Walkup and your Family for your Service and Sacrifice made for our Country and Freedoms. Thank You and May God Bless You each and everyday.
Melissa Wallup Oaks
June 20, 2011
My beautiful son,
Yesterday (June 19,2011) would have been your 28th bday, but you weren't here on earth to celebrate. You went to heaven 4 years ago. Words will NEVER express how deeply I miss you. Words will NEVER be able to express how much I miss that enduring smile of yours. Words will NEVER tell you how much I love you. If I could have only have known how soon you were going to be taken away from me...I would have loved so much more & hugged til I couldn't hug anymore & told you so many things that I thought I still had years to tell you. The pain in my heart & soul is tremendous...it does not get any better with the passing years. Ir hurts today as much, if not more, than it hurt 4 years ago. I will NEVER forget you, your smile, your generosity, your kindness, your adventure, your humor, your thoughtfullness...I will NEVER forget YOU...my sweet Frankie. I miss you more than I could ever say. I love you always my beautiful son.
Mom
Peggy Childers
June 17, 2011
June 16, 2011
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Frank B. Walkup:
Please accept my remembrance of Frank on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
James
April 29, 2011
I was with Frank a week before he died. He was a really a great LT, someone I looked up to.
M Fisher
April 1, 2011
In two weeks I'll my marching 26.2 as a member of Austin Peay State University ROTC Mountain Man Team. I didn't know when I committed that there was a specific soldier this event was founded for. Now that I do, it's truly means more than I could imagine. Frank you are greatly missed, and it is an honor to have known you. I strive to as brave as you are.
Former PFC, Current Cadet Marcus Fisher
U.S. Army
Riverdale H.S. Class of 2001
Tony Wenzke
November 22, 2010
To the Walkup family, I knew frank pretty well. I was in ROTC with him at riverdale high. I looked up to frank like he was a big brother to me. You might remember me from being his shadow but, I just wanna say that he was my best friend and he is missed every day. I hope your family is doing well.
Peggy Childers
June 16, 2010
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Frank B. Walkup:
Remembering Frank on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
June 16, 2009
To the family of 1st Lt. Frank B. Walkup:
Frank 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
Tammy Bass
May 31, 2009
Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at a ceremony in Washington DC at the WWII Memorial. Frank Walkup is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06
cacti soldier
May 26, 2009
Sir you where one of the best leaders i ever served under. Today is memorial day and i will never forget you and i will always cherish the many words of wisdom you gave me. We all miss you and my prayers are with your family!
M. Pollaski
October 11, 2008
You are gone far to soon, but have made a lasting impression on the world around you. You are truly a hero that will never be forgotten. God Bless your family now and always!
Juan Jimenez
October 8, 2008
I know a year has past and I can't believe it. I met Lt. Walkup when I was assigned to go on a mission with his platoon. I was a combat photographer and really enjoyed working with him. I felt safe with all the Soldiers he led. I had the privilege to create a memorial video for his family. I hope his family received it and like it.
Wesenberg
June 26, 2008
I can't believe it has been only a year. It seems so long ago. You are still in my thoughts, Frank. To Frank's family and wife: Frank will never be forgotten. He is still loved, remembered, and respected everyday. Frank is not just a memory in our minds, but a flame that continuously burns in our hearts.
June 19, 2008
Today would have been your 25th birthday. We all, including your lovely wife, went to your grave on June 16 to tell you how much we miss you now that you have been gone a whole year. Our hearts still ache from losing you. We talk about you all the time - YOU HAVE NOT AND WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN!
All our Love, Your family
Ronnie McPeak
June 16, 2008
Well its been a year since you left us Frank aka Frank the tank you have inspired me in life in so many ways I miss you brother ps Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his Friends Jonn 15:13
In Memory of Frank ~ (Debra Estep)
June 16, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today and in a couple days to come on Frank's birthday.
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 Frank, 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
ben stallman
June 15, 2008
it has been almost a whole year that you have been gone but there hasnt been one minute that i havent thought of you. i love and miss you.
Still in granny's tub she bathed him in when he was a baby
January 12, 2008
Look at that handsome boy.
January 12, 2008
Frankie always had that beautiful smile of his from early on....
January 12, 2008
Frankie always was goofy - even after he grew up!
January 12, 2008
Look at those eyes.... BEAUTIFUL!!
January 12, 2008
Young Frankie and brother Taylor
January 12, 2008
Young Frankie and his mom Melissa
January 11, 2008
Frankie, Nanny & brother Taylor
January 11, 2008
Frankie and his VERY proud mom - Melissa in Memphis
January 11, 2008
Frankie, his mom Melissa & brother Taylor in Memphis
January 11, 2008
Frankie, his mom & nephew Christian, Memphis, Tn.
January 11, 2008
Melissa Walkup Oaks
January 5, 2008
I still can't beleive that you are gone. I miss you so so much and don't think that my heart will ever stop hurting. I love you more than words could ever express or anyone could ever imagine. I talk to God ALL the time, I know that He already knows ALL rhe circumstances to everything-and you and I had discussed this in great detail the last time that we spent 3-4 days together, when you came home for a visit to Memphis-you and I were ok and I KNOW this. I'm so proud of you and what you accomplished in your short, but wonderful life Frankie. You were always a wonderful child from the moment you were born, from enduring brain surgery to that awful blood disorder that for a short while we didn't know if you would even make it. You were always a happy little boy - always with that big, beautiful smile of yours-that never changed. I miss you so much. I love you so much.
Your Mom,
Melissa Walkup Oaks
Emily
December 20, 2007
i love you and miss you big bro. im so proud of you and thank you to everyone who helped us through this tough time and the funeral was beautiful!!!!
Matthew Perkins
October 27, 2007
Frank we miss you every day. You were a good leader, man and even better friend
your sacrifice will never be forgotten and your kindness will alway be remembered. My heart will always be with your family. Spartan3 out
You cant beat that smile.
September 2, 2007
Wesenberg
August 17, 2007
Frank was a shining star in a sea of mundane. He was the type of man every mom wishes their daughters would marry, and every man would love to have as a friend. To Frank and Mitzi, Frank thought the world of you both... wanted to be just like his father. To Sabita, my heart goes out to you. Words cannot express my sympathy, but know that you were blessed to have been married to such an amazing man. We must not dwell in our sorrow, but celebrate the fact that we knew him.
I am proud to have known Frank. I am proud of what he sacrificed for our country and evry one of us. Thank you to Franks parents for raising such an amazing man, and thank you Sabita for bringing him happiness in this life.
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 14, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
All the Walkup children, Christmas 2005
August 1, 2007
"Mud Bowl" brothers play front yard football
August 1, 2007
At Work
August 1, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Frank B. Walkup, IV
August 1, 2007
RANGER Graduation Ft. Benning 2006
August 1, 2007
Proud Momma, too!
August 1, 2007
Proud Dad pinning RANGER tab on Son
August 1, 2007
Frankie.
August 1, 2007
July 31, 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 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
Alison Sakimura
July 7, 2007
We are so saddened by the loss of 1LT Frank Walkup. My husband CPT Sakimura was his PLT trainer at IOBC at FT Benning, GA. He called me from IRAQ and told me what happended. He was very saddend by the loss of a great soldier and a great guy! Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family.
Martha Hicks-McDaniel
July 5, 2007
Frank (Frankie) as I knew him years ago in Memphis was such a special young man. His smile, those lovely eyes, and his kind heart will always be imprinted in my mind. My sincere sympathy goes to his wife and to his entire family. When I heard of Frank's death, I thought of the scripture, "Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for a friend." Frank gave the ultimate sacrifice for all of us.
Arnie & Joanne Lindberg, Jr.
July 5, 2007
Your sacrifice for us all will never be forgotten. May we never forget upon who's shoulders we all stand. Rest in peace Lt. Walkup!
Dennis Lee
July 5, 2007
I was among the many riders who attended the funeral yesterday. I joined Patriot Guard Riders out of a sense of wanting to remain connectd to a military I had served 20 yrs.
Now I serve the families by being there for them and taking some of the hurt away. I know from past missions (this was #21 for me), that the families usually are struck by a sense of wonder when they first see us lined up.
It is that moment for which I drove three hours to be there yesterday. You see, it is important, that first look. It's that single second or two of time where you the family aren't thinking of the loss you suffered. It's the next step in your healing. Being part of that moment for you and 20 other familes so far, is special to me.
However, I was never prepared for what I saw as we turned down main street. I know the family will be ok, because what I saw next made it rain inside my truck!!!
My eyes were wet with tears at the outpouring of support for Frank and his family as well.
As far as I could see, flags and people. As I departed the cemetary, many folks were still standing out there thanking folks for coming to their small town.
I am not from TN. My wife and I came to west TN to care for her aging parents. What I have seen at these funerals in this state makes me honestly believe that if I am indeed looking for a place to now call home, I have found it.
Tennessee is full of places just like Woodbury, I have seen huge crowds, come out and support the family and thanking us.
Patriot Guard Riders don't do this for the thanks. We believe it is the family we should thank.
Thank you for leting 150 or so "scary looking" individuals ride in honor of your son and your sacrifice so that others may live free of oppression and violence. That he should die for it, makes the eventual victory more meaningful.
I can't think of a more somber way to remember what JULY 4 stands for. This one, because of its date and the people lining the streets, is going to be a real tough one to forget. Thank you Woodbury.
Doc
USN (RET)
Jennifer Kemp
July 5, 2007
Words can not possibly express how truly sorry and saddened I am for your loss. Though it seems he was taken way to early, you can rest assured that Frank made an impact in this world. So many looked up to him, respected and loved him. Because of Frank, their lives will be changed forever. They've learned from him, laughed with him and taken something special from their relationship with Frank that they could not get from anyone else. And because of this, his spirit will live on forever through the people who were blessed enough to know him. I will continue to pray for you all every day in hopes that God will ease your pain and suffering.
Joan Blackwell
July 4, 2007
To: 1st Lt. Frank B. Walkup IV
Thank you for your service. I drove to the cemetary this evening to thank you in person. I waved my flag as your motor pool drove from the church and down main street in Woodbury today. I shed some more tears. I feel the pain your family is feeling. I am an Army Mother. My only son, is an Army pilot, currently deployed in Iraq. We are all proud of you and your family.
In honor of you,
Joan C. Blackwell
Gary Boyer
July 4, 2007
Frank I'll miss you from the bottom of my heart...Thanks for making my assingment at UT a great one....
Sam and Syndee Gentry
July 3, 2007
God Bless you and your family. We appreciate your service to our country, giving the ultimate sacrafice so that we can live free.
Kathy Hillis
July 2, 2007
To the family of Frank Walkup,
I did not have the privilege of knowing your brave and heroic soldier but I work with his mom, Melissa. My earnest prayer for you all is that you will allow God's comfort to dry your tears and to illuminate the memories you cherish. Please know that your loved one's patriotism and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Zachary Denton
June 29, 2007
The summer going into my senior year of ROTC, Frank and I went to school together at Ft Lewis. Frank was my battle buddy the two months we were there and to this day I know I wouldnt have made it without him. I looked up to Frank so much, he was the perfect leader. He was down to earth, physically dominating, intelligent, and most of all, he would do anything for any of his fellow soldiers. Frank graduated as one of the top two cadets in my regiment, which only reinforced what I knew about him the day we met. Frank was going to be one of the finest leaders the Army would ever see. Airborne Ranger, I dont think Frank would have given that up for all the money in the world. Words can not describe a man like Frank, the closest thing I can think of is larger than life. For those of you that have never had the opportunity to meet a soul like Frank Walkup's, I can only pray that someday you do. Frank, I love you man, I will never forget you and the sacrifice you made for our country. Thankyou
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
Beverley Dunn
June 28, 2007
God has welcomed another hero home. Thank you for your patriotism and service to our country. Like Jesus, you died to make us free. My prayers are lifted for all the family and friends who are grieving the loss of this brave man.
US Citizen
June 28, 2007
Thank you for your service to our country. May God Bless your family during this most difficult time.
Ann Anderson
June 28, 2007
Thank you for sharing your beautiful child to help keep us safe and make the world a better place. Peace and Love.
Lessie Bailey
June 28, 2007
My heart goes out to your family and friends. Thank you for your loyal dedication to our country. You will forever be recognized as a hero. May God Bless and comfort your family in their grief.
Lessie Bailey
Anthony Brown
June 27, 2007
You will missed missed my friend. If there was anyone on this earth I looked up to it was you. I will remember you always and I am honored to have had you as a friend. You always seemed to bring out the best in everyone and espically me.
Lynn Loyd
June 24, 2007
My son served under your son. He is still in Iraq trying to cope with it all. But he knows your son as a good and kind person who looked out for everyone else before himself. He is a true hero and he is greatly missed by the ones he left behind. God bless Frank for taking care of all of the others he will be in my sons heart forever. He will be forever missed by the men who served under him. Thankyou for raising such a great son and giving my son the chance to get to know him. My heart goes out to you as the mother of another soldier I can't even imagine the pain you must be feeling I am so sorry.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 24, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Walkup family in the loss of Frank. I did not know Frank, 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. Frank 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~
Peter J. Birrow, President
June 22, 2007
The membership and officers of the 35th Infantry Regiment (Cacti) Association (www.cacti35th.org) wish to extend our most heart-felt condolences for the loss of your loved one, LT Walkup. His name and memory will be honored by the “Cacti” Association each year at our annual reunion. He is our brother.
debbi rivers
June 22, 2007
My grief for the loss of you son is felt. I know what it's like to loose your child in war as my son was KIA 11/12/06 in Samarra, Iraq SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III. It feels that your heart has been ripped from you and you don't understand why this happened to your child. I've felt all you will feel in the coming days and weeks and though I"m not close I am very close by email. I offer any support to you and your family that I can. It's with the Grace of God that I've gotten through each day and with His healing love and comfort that I've been able to once again sleep at night and not cry each day. Believe me I do know how hard it is. May God continue to heal you and your family and contact me when and if you are ever ready, even if it's to vent or cry. Mother of another fallen soldier
Susan vanAalten
June 22, 2007
There are no word that will help at this time. Your soldier is a hero and will never be forgotten. Hold tight one day at a time. I too lost my son in Afghanistan on April 20 Sgt Alex van Aalten. We have lost the BEST.
Connie Stinson
June 21, 2007
My
Heart,Thoughts,and Prayers goes out to your family. My son-in-law
SGT.Alex van Aalten was killed on April 20.May God give you peace and
comfort during this grief,for there are no words to express the sorrow that
is felt.But just to say Thank You for the service he gave.
For these young men and women are dying for Our
Freedom and to help Other Countries.He Will Never Be FORGOTTEN.God Bless,Connie Stinson
Laura
June 21, 2007
Bless you and your entire family. My son is serving with the same unit and alot of loss has been suffered this week. Please watch over our military. Thanks for everything, praying for your family at this time.
Garnet Jenkins
June 21, 2007
The price 1st Lt. Frank B. Walkup and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of your Brave Young Soldier.
May Frank rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Walkup family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young 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 you find Peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Not Forget Frank's Sacrifice.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Clifton
June 21, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Todd Winkel
June 20, 2007
I was an enlisted soldier stationed in Hawaii with 2-35 IN and knew your son . I thought he was a friendly individual. My wife and I send our condolences to your family and you.
Ronn Massie
June 20, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Frank.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Frank for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. JOey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Carol Cline
June 19, 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.
Dennis (USMC - VIetnam) & Pam Robertson
June 19, 2007
We are saddened at the loss of this fine young soldier, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R Davenport KIA 11/22/06
valorie
June 19, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",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 loved ones 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
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
June 19, 2007
Rest in peace among the stars.
Sandy Bonesteel
June 19, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
SHIRLEY DONEY
June 18, 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
Gary Allain
June 18, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
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