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MAIZE - Palmer, Cpl. Eric 21, died Sunday, June 24, 2007. Visitation with family, 3:00-6:00 P.M., Sunday, July 1, Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Service, 11:00 A.M., Monday, July 2, St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Andover.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Jun. 29, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Eric Palmer

130 Entries

May 26, 2014

RIP Spc Palmer.

DS Garcia

Lori Johnson

September 18, 2013

At the Kansas state fair, seen the gallery they had a great picture of Eric honoring him. Nicely done

May 28, 2012

Today I ran the Operational Armed Forces Celebration run in honor of Spc. Eric C. Palmer.

Peggy Childers

June 24, 2011

To the family and friends of Spc. Eric C. Palmer:
Please accept my remembrance of Eric on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

June 23, 2010

To the family and friends of Spc. Eric C. Palmer:
Remembering Eric 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

Emmy Jacobs

May 25, 2009

I would just like to say that im honored to have men like SPC. ERIC PLAMER be brave enuff to serve our country and stay faithful to death.I cant even began to understand how hard it would be as a mother to let her little baby go into harms way,but i guess i would be a proud mother knowing that my son would sacrifice his life to pretect our country
i give all my love to soldiers and pray that no more suffer.

~when someone close to you dies all you think about is sorrow,
you miss them,
just remember...he died doing something he loved,he chose.~

SGT Chris Bayer

February 16, 2009

Eric was a good friend of mine. We met in basic training and continued our friendship while stationed in NC. He was well liked and respected among his peers. I will forever remember this friend and hero. My prayers and condolences go out to his family.

*In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps(Prov. 16:9)

Kenna Larra

January 8, 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 - 100% free.
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

Desmond Jack

November 11, 2008

SPC Palmer...your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

June 30, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Palmer!

In Memory of Eric Charles ~ (Debra Estep)

June 24, 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 Eric, 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

Erin Kirkhuff

February 10, 2008

Eric and I joined the Military around the same time, we kept in touch throughout training, and after we reached our units. About a month before I deployed I read about his death. I was heart broken. I am deeply sorry for his loved ones and commrades.

CPT BRANDY COLEMAN

December 25, 2007

I have also beenwhere you have served but you have made the ultimate sacrifice!! Be proud that your son gave his life so that we all can practice what we want to practice and say what we say!! I have done this for the last 15 years and want to say thank you Dena for you brought a son on earth to do GODS will. Thank you Palmer family and be proud,not sad. We should celebrate his gift and every day I thank himin my prayers. God bless you and again, I will bein Iraq soon and if I give my life I want a celebration!!

Cherry Holden

November 23, 2007

My heart goes out to you. Although I did not know Eric he had to be a very special person. My son served with Eric in C Co. He too now has the tattoo and will always have Eric with him.

October 7, 2007

I salute the sacrifice you made for your country and it's beliefs. Your death is remembered.

I am an Australian. Sorry you had to die, mate.

Brittany Unruh

August 27, 2007

Eeker was my hero and the one I looked up to the most. Not only was he part of my family but he was and still is my HERO. He will always be. I miss him a lot but I know that he went into a foreign land and fought for you and me and future generations to come, to be free and live in the country that we are today. You will greatly be missed Eeker. I love u and miss you, but your story and ur spirit live through me. Miss you eeker and love you tons.

August 18, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Palmer and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

August 13, 2007

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

ROBYN GARSIDE

July 13, 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

Tom Gugliuzza

July 10, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Palmer family in the loss of Eric. I did not know Eric, 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. Eric 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~

gloria monroe

July 8, 2007

to the Palmer family,my deepest sympathy.I see that my cousin Diane Harmon wrote to you too,Tanner is special to me and I am sure he and your son were great friends.Our family wishes all of you the best and we are so proud of all our heros.I didnt know until reading this that tanner has a tatoo that your son drew for him that is something really special that tanner will have to keep Eric with him forever.

Jay Erwin

July 7, 2007

Another brother another hero. To make the ultimate sacrifice shows not only the person but the people that make the person. I will always have a special place for Eric and his family in my heart.

Sgt Jay D. Erwin

Kim Edminster

July 6, 2007

Dena, John and Travis,
I am just lost for words, it just doens't seem real. I keep thinking about the talks we had Dena about him coming home. I am very proud to have known eeker and get the hug at christmas time when he was back,he gives great hugs too, he looked so good. I know he was ready to come home and be with you all again. I can say we all have an amazing guardian angel watching over all of us and America. Dena, John and Travis we are here for you always anything you need at all. You know Dena we talked about doing a welcome home for him when he was done over there but i never thought i or we would have to do this kind of a homecoming. It never even crossed my mind. I just knew he was going to be ok. I am so sad that we have lost an amazing person and true american hero and amazing soldier. I will tell you we were so blessed to get to escort him to his final resting place and carry the Army flag. I know i had to keep my head up because eeker would have told me too.. That will forever be in my heart and mind. I am so glad to have known eeker all those years. You and John have done a wonderful job with both the boys. I am also so proud of travis he too is an amazing person. I pray that God holds you all in his arms and gives you comfort in knowing that eeker will alway be right there for you all. God Bless the Palmer Family and there American Hero Eeker!! My you rest in peace Eric. We will see you again someday. Keep a place for me.
Love and Bless you all.
Kim Edminster

tricia luttrull

July 6, 2007

Thank You Spc. Eric C. Palmer. You gave your all for my freedom. God Bless Your Family.

Micah Fisher

July 5, 2007

Wow, I just found out about this and what a tragedy. Eric was a true hero to all he knew... Lifes not always fair and things dont always go the way we want them too. I feel for the Palmer Family in my deepest regards. Your son was a great person that many people only wish to be. It takes a very special person to gear up and do the things he did. He shows this Country and most importantly his fellow peers what dedication and courage truly is. Eric buddy you are a hero in my eyes and I thank you for all that you did. Jeff Ely, I am also truly sorry for your lose of this friend.

Gary Allain

July 5, 2007

Spc. Eric C. Palmer
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Pv2. Aaron Free US Army

July 5, 2007

To Cpl. Eric C Palmer- you may rest now, you have served your time in hell. May God welcome you home with open arms. " When you go home, tell them of us and say, for their tomorrow, we gave our today." Ever since iv'e joined the Army, i have idealized the paratroopers, and so i am on my way to becoming one. People come up to me and say, "Thank you for your service, you are a true american hero," and i don't want to be mean so i say thank you. Cpl. Palmer, you are the True American Hero, not me. You and all the brothers that have laid their lives down. No one can understand the bond of soldiers, and why we fight, we few, we happy few, we band of brothers. The line has held, your mission is complete, and i will pick up where you have left off. God bless you and your wonderful family. Rest easy my brother and watch over your family and your brothers in arms.

Verna Nelson

July 5, 2007

I wish I could tell you that time will heal this loss. But I don't think that I will every get over losing my nephew Chad Marsh. The pain is still very real. We as a family will be praying for you. The aunt of SPC Chad Marsh

Janet Marsh

July 5, 2007

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I also lost my son, SPC Chad Marsh, in Iraq in February this year. May God sustain you with his abundant grace and may your family and friends hold you close at this time. That is what I am finding gives me the most comfort.. God and family and friends.... sincerely, Janet Marsh mother of fallen soldier SPC Chad Marsh

Belinda Wharton

July 4, 2007

may god send you comfort to your family in this time of need

Davida Phipps

July 4, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. My husband was with your son on gaurd duty and with him when he passed. He also gives his regards.
God Bless your family and we will be praying for you.

cynthia schmidt

July 4, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family. I am Barb's friend and did not hear until i got back home. your son eric is trully a HERO!!!!! I have heard of him and family several times from Barb!! Again I am praying for you!!

Brandi Lindley

July 4, 2007

I can't explain how much it means to me to have been close friends with a true hero. Erics beautiful mind and outlook on life lifted me so many times. I appreciate my life and every day and moment even more because he taught me to embrace each moment and always take it in. I do that every chance that i get now. Every single time I think about him the same image of him and his grin and high pitched laugh comes to mind. Every single time. Happiest person in this world. And to know he had all of us in heart and were fighting for what we have to day just moves my soul. This is the first time I've ever felt that I have a guardian angel adn it is the most comfort one can imagine. He is with us in every single moment. Eric C Palmer, a hero.

Barbara Edwards

July 4, 2007

To Eric Palmer's family, I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I am a mother who has a son serving at Bayji, Iraq also. My son is in C/company too. My heart aches for you and the pain you are going through right now. I know there is nothing I can say that will give you comfort at this time, but know that his sacrafice will never be forgotten and I and the rest of the country will always be grateful. May God help you through this difficult time. God bless you Eric and rest in peace. You are no longer at war.
(a.k.a. Navarro's mom)

Lindsey Oxner

July 3, 2007

I never considered myself a lucky person until this week! I got the chance to be with one of the greatest guys in the world! Eric Palmer wasnt just my first love he was my best friend! We grew together, we learned together and I'm sure we got in way to much trouble together! But seeing everyones reaction these past couple days has made me realize I got the chance to be part of someones life who means a lot to everyone! There was no one else out there more willing to fight for his country than Eek was and I get the privilage of sayin I knew him..I kissed him...I loved him!! My life is better because of Eric Charles Palmer and I know for a fact I'm not the only one that can say that! So you know even though he may not be with us anymore I can still say my life is perfect because he was a part of it and still is and always will be!! I love you Eek...RIP!

Kenna, and Randy

July 3, 2007

Dena and John,
Many tears have been shed and your Eric has been laid to rest in a beautiful ceremony. I pray for God to wrap his loving arms around you in the coming days and years. I know in the Army they take pride watching each others back. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that now, Eric is watching the Palmer families back. He is your Angel. Dena you and John have done a teriffic job raising (2) Great young men. We are proud to be a part of your family. I am so glad we had the chance to spend time with the boys while they were growing up. Travis was the athlete and Brett had the pleasure of playing baseball with him. Eric had that constant smile that just drew our girls (Heather and Nicole) to him. We will never forget the sacrifice Eric made. What a a great young man he turned out to be. I know both of you are very proud. I hope those beautiful grand babies can help ease some of your pain in the coming years. We love you guys. God Bless you all.

Brandy Angle

July 3, 2007

Eric you were my bestfriend and taught me so much, everyone is experiencing the "art of life" through you and your will and power to fight for everyone else. you will always be with us, and i will never stop thinking about you, your smile and your giggle! I love you and miss you so much Eric Charles! <3 Bratmer

Lisa Merillat

July 3, 2007

My son Andrew is in Eric's platoon. They are all of course heart broken over Eric's passing. I wanted to send our prayers to your family. We are lifting you up. We are so proud of C-1-505.Eric is a true hero. Thankyou Palmer family for raising such a fine young man. One who was willing to sacrifice his life for us. He did not die in vain. "There is no greater gift than when a man lays down his life for others. " Thankyou Eric for your gift.

Nancy Miller

July 3, 2007

I did not know Eric or his family but reading about another casualty of war hurts my soul. I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap your family in his loving arms and carry you thru this difficult time.

July 3, 2007

To the family of Eric Palmer:

I want to thank you for sharing your son with the people of the United State of America. His bravery, compassion and support to protect me and my family is an honor I will never forget. I'm sure he provided your family with love, laughter, and life.

I currently have a nephew in the Navy, and I pray that everyday he gets up and goes to sleep safe and protected. May God Bless Your Family and May He provide everyone comfort and joy in the memory of your son. God Bless!!!!!

Didi, Jerry, Chris, and Lisa Carmikle

July 3, 2007

Our most sincere condolences. Eric was a true Hero. May God bless the Palmer Family.
We pray for you
Family of Chris Carmikle C-Co 1-505 PIR 3-82nd ABN DIV

Derek & Katie Strickert

July 3, 2007

Our deepest sympathies go out to your family during this most difficult time. He was HERO to us all and his sacrifice for this country will never be forgotten. May God continue to watch over you during your time of need.

kodie edminster

July 2, 2007

Eeker,
You were such a great neighbor. You always said that you are not a hero, but in my eyes you gave your life so that we could live ours and that makes you my biggest hero. Trav is trying to be so strong and he is doing such a good job. Every time i look into Camron or Jackson's eyes i see your resemblance in every thing that they do or say. You are all in my prayers lots of love?

Marjorie Moorhouse

July 2, 2007

To the family and friends of Eric Palmer, America's hero!! My heart-felt prayers go out to you. I didn't know Eric, but my son, SSG Philip Moorhouse is now serving in Iraq. I can't say I know how you feel. I just know the worry you go through until he/she is home safely. I'm so very sorry that Eric came home the way he did. But rest assured that American is proud of him and the sacrifice he made for ALL of us!! May God hold you in the palm of His hand and give you peace. Love and prayers from a mother of an Army soldier.

Becca Collette

July 2, 2007

Eric Palmer Family;

I remember Eric when he was a childhood friend of my son, Ryan Collette. The fun and mischief they would get into.Eric was always a great kid to have around. We have moved to Florida and Ryan goes to school at K.U. and called today to say what a very emotional service it was, but how awesome it was with all the service men and friends that were present. It is so sad that 3 of his friends from school have left us so early. Who knew that we needed so many angels watching over us.

Despite the silence from Eric's loss, his heart and soul will live on forever inside you.

Bless you and your family,
John, Becca & Ryan Collette

Gena Larson

July 2, 2007

Eric,
It is July 2, at 1:35pm. The Patroit Guard (God Bless Them) is escorting you across town as you take your final ride with your family, and I am sitting at my desk listening to my radio with tears streaming down my face. They have dedicated several songs to you and the rest of our HEROES in the last few minutes: 'Go Rest High On That Mountain', 'God Bless The USA', 'American Soldier'. Music says so much, but nothing could ever say enough for what you have given, Eric. I think of you, and can't help but think of my own son. He shares your birthday and will be starting Maize High this year as well. He has thought of joining the military after high school too. I can only imagine what your family is going through. Just know my prayers are with them.
God Bless you for choosing one of the noblest of professions, and most of all for making the ultimate sacrifice for me, for my son, and for 300,000,000 other strangers, so we may all live free.

Holli Gill

July 2, 2007

I was so saddened to hear of the loss of you soldier. I too know the pain you are going through. My step dad SSG David Berry was killed in Iraq on Feb. 22 2007 and not a day goes by that we don't think of him, miss him, and cry! I know how much it means to have so many people send their condolences and tell you that your soldier was a true HERO, and it is SO TRUE. However, I also know that all the heart felt thoughts don't help to ease your pain. I pray that you will be comforted by the Lord and all the friends and family you have. I pray that you will find peace that passes all understanding. Know that there are people all over the country who share your pain and will be there for you if you need anything. You have joined a "family" that none of us chose to be in but love you and know EXACTLY how you feel, even though we've never met. Sometimes it helps to talk to someone who knows and who has been there. Please feel free to contact us. We would have never made it without another family who had lost their brother in November. God bless you and your family. Rest in peace Eric, and thank you for your service.
Proud daughter of SSG David R. Berry 1-161FA KIA-Quasim,Iraq 2/22/07

Kathy

July 1, 2007

WOW I want to say something BUT what can I say that will help to ease your pain.......
One thing I can say Eric DID NOT die in vain. HE die for something HE believed in, For the love of HIS country and ours. May the love of our heavenly Father help to ease your pain and one day you'll see Eric again, Waiting at the Fathers right hand to wecome us in. Peace be with you

K B

July 1, 2007

To the Palmer Family,
Your son ERIC was a HERO. He is in the hands of God now and he is looking down on you, he now has become a guardian angel for us and he's smiling knowing he did the right thing for Americans all over. When you look up into the skies at night know that there is a star with Eric's name on it and it will be shining brighter then the rest for all of us to see. A True American Hero:
Eric Palmer of Maize Kansas.

Julli Carpenter

July 1, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Eric's family.

sherry (KALBE) & JIM STANSBURY

July 1, 2007

dena,john, & family,
words cannot express our sorrow
for your loss. eric will always
be in our thoughts and prayers.

Terry & Cynthia Owens

July 1, 2007

Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Eric Palmer. Eric is a true American Hero who will never be forgotten.

Kyle Fritzler

July 1, 2007

Eric Palmer = True American Hero.

God Bless you brother.

jennifer

July 1, 2007

Eric, thank you for everything you did for our country..my thoughts and prayers are with your family..god bless.

Ariana Herrman

July 1, 2007

I never really knew Eric but i have heard great things about Him from friends who knew and loved him. Eric thanks for serving our country, We all appreciate what you have done for us. We all will miss you and will remember you forever.

Janet,Steve, Stephanie & Jennifer Winters

July 1, 2007

Dena, John, and Travis, We are so very sorry to hear the shocking news of Eric. My heart breaks for you. When I heard the news I told Stephanie how Dena always called him Eeker. I had no idea he was still known as Eeker. What a special little boy he was, and good looking young man he became. Just want you to know we care and are thinking of you. Eric is our hero. Love you guys

Kathy, Noel & Ranly Crane

July 1, 2007

We are truly sorry for your loss. Eric gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We love ya'll.

Randy and Cindee Baker

July 1, 2007

John and Dena,
Eric fought for our freedom and this we will remember all of our lives. Also as neighbor's, it was a pleasure watching Eric grow up to be such a courageous young man. He will be missed.

Jacob Palmer

June 30, 2007

Dad and Dena

Someone once wrote;

At home children bury their parents
At war parents bury theri children..

Eeker will be missed and forever loved! Eric was a man fighting with men and women. He died a HERO, fighting with Hero's!!!

Dad, Dena and Travis I love you and will always be there for you when you need!

Eric you will ALWAYS be in my heart, thank you for fighting for my right to be an American!

Love Always

Jacob W. Plamer

Carolyn Robbins

June 30, 2007

To Eric's family,
Our prayers go out to you for the loss of Eric.
We lost our soldier in Feb and the all thougts and prayers that we received surely help us.

June 30, 2007

Dena and John,

We are so very sorry. May God and his angels hold you gently as you live with this pain.

Eric was a hero even before he joined the armed forces. His constant smile and positive outlook helped many who met him.

He will be greatly missed.

Deanna Gooch and Lauren Solter

Jeff Wilson

June 30, 2007

Eric and and all the U.S soldiers
are heros in every sense of the
word. It has been an honor in
knowing him and his family. Good
bye Eeker.

David & Terry Moreno

June 30, 2007

We are so very sorry for the loss of Eric and wish that God's peace and love will give your family comfort

KAREN

June 30, 2007

Thank you Eric for your ultimate sacrifice. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones, they will miss you deeply.

Linda

June 30, 2007

All give some, some give all. Eric gave all to his country and has gone to the promise land to await his family, our country is forever in your debt for the sacrifice of your brave young HERO. God bless you and grant you peace, comfort and stength as you mourn the loss of your son.

Robbin Clark

June 30, 2007

Dear Palmer Family,
Your son is indeed a HERO in so many ways. He will not be forgotten.

Kelly Draut

June 29, 2007

I don't know how to express the grief I feel in my heart for the loss of your son, Eric. I am so very thankful for the sacrifices he made, and you made--his family for the sake of our country.

My son, Spencer, is with the 401st MP Co., and grieves the loss of yet another brother... he is presently serving in Baghdad...please know your son is in his prayers as well.

I will be there to honor your son on Monday.... and well, please just know my heart is heavy with sadness for your family, but I know there is a very special place in heaven in which Eric now resides... a place of joy and happiness, and no pain....

My heart is with you...

Kelly Draut
Proud Army Mom of
Spencer Womack -- deployed, Iraq

David McDonald

June 29, 2007

Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.
God Bless you all!
Love, David, Amy, Garrett, Lauren-Ashley and Colin McDonald

Rocky Helm

June 29, 2007

God Bless the family and friends of Eric. He was a true HERO to all Americans. He touched many at Maize High School in ways that no one else could. Eric will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you for the opportunity to have Eric in my class and to get to know this wonderful young man. From the Helm family, your family will be in our prayers.

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

Ronn Massie

June 29, 2007

God bless the family and friends of Eric.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Eric for being such a brave hero.

(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)

Harry Simpson

June 29, 2007

Sleep Eric, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God.

Uncle Cab and Aunt Jan

June 29, 2007

Forever YOUNG
Forever a HERO
Forever LOVED

Susan

June 28, 2007

God Bless your family!

Carol Cline

June 28, 2007

Spc. Eric Palmer and Family:

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 28, 2007

We are saddened at the loss of this brave 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 Anbar Province

valorie

June 28, 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

Diane Harmon

June 28, 2007

My son Tanner called us from FOB Summerall on Monday to tell us he'd lost his buddy "Palmer". He was on the mission with him, right across the street when it happened.
My heart aches for all of you and I pray that Eric is in God's loving arms right now. We met Eric at Fort Bragg last year. He drew the tatoo that Tanner has on his upper arm. He had e-mailed Tanner in May when he was home for R&R to tell him "don't worry, Harmon, I'm holding down the fort for you". Can you believe what heros our guys are?
Like you, we have an Army and a Navy son, and we live each day praying for their safety.
I pray for you a peace that passes understanding as you wait until you can see your smiling son again in Heaven.

KARIN COX

June 28, 2007

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE PALMER FAMILY.
I FEEL YOUR LOSS IN MY HEART.
ERIC WAS LIKE A GRANDSON TO ME.
I AM SO GRATEFUL THAT MY GRANDKIDS GREW UP WITH HIM. HE WAS PART OF THE ELY FAMILY.
HE SACRIFICED HIS LIFE FOR THE FREEDOM OF OTHERS.
WISHING YOU PEACEFUL MOMENTS, RENEWED STRENGHT AND HOPE FOR TOMORROW. GOD BLESS.
KARIN COX, JEFFS GRANDMA ( GRAMMS)

CAROL M

June 28, 2007

I'D WOULD LIKE TO TAKE TIME TO REMEMBER AND HONOR YOUR SON "ERIC"WHO HAVE SACRIFICED SO MUCH FOR OUR COUNTRY'S FREEDOM. WITHOUT THE COMMITMENT FROM THESE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN, WE WOULD NOT HAVE THE PRIVILEGE OF CELEBRATING THE INDEPENDENCE WE CONTINUE TO ENJOY TODAY.
GOD BLESS YOU,KEEP YOU & LOVE YOU...YOU AND YOUR LOVE ONES.

Sandy Bonesteel

June 28, 2007

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

vanessa chandler

June 28, 2007

GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY. YOUR SON GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL THE SAME YEAR MY SON DID. I CAN'T IMAGINE WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. HE PROTECTED ALL OF US. ERIC WAS A HERO.

Roxie Froese

June 27, 2007

To the parents of Eric, please know that Eric is a true american hero. He is very much admired and respected, and you as well, for raising such a fine young man. I too have a daughter in the army.God bless the soldiers and God bless you and keep you in his hands.

charles hilt

June 27, 2007

I am very sorry for your loss. May God send comfort to your family in this time of need. I will keep you in my prayers.
SFC Charles Hilt

Fred Balthazor

June 27, 2007

I will pray for you and your family. Your son was a HERO in the truest form. He is what is good about our country. Thank God for young men like your son who beleive in freedom and their country.

Gerry Marsh

June 27, 2007

When I heard a soldier from Maize was killed my heart sank. An overwelming feeling of sorrow and pain rushed back into my mind. It has been 4 months since my little brother was killed in Iraq. It doesn't get any easier, but the pain will dull with time. I'm sorry for your loss. May God be with you. (brother of spc. Chad Marsh)

Jamie Graves ( Navy Wife)

June 27, 2007

God Bless The Palmer family and circle of friends!
I am so sorry for your loss..he will never be forgotten and remembered as a HERO to us all!

SHIRLEY DONEY

June 27, 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

debbi rivers

June 27, 2007

To the family of Eric, 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 killed in action too. 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 in relation to area, but 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. In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq with the 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne Div

Master Sergeant Michael Gilmartin

June 27, 2007

May God Bless our fallen Brother, CPL Eric Palmer. It is men like him who are the true American Heroes.

(army mom)Sandra DiGuglielmo-Benafield

June 27, 2007

Hero's often die without the realization that they were ever indeed heroes. It becomes our duty as the "Living" to insure their legacy is permantly etched in this facade we call life. Eric not only has everlasting life with God, he remains eternally imprinted in our hearts and minds. May God envelope your family and friends in His loving arms.

rsm

June 27, 2007

To the Palmer family
I offer my sincere condolences on the loss of your soldier. You can be proud that this young man dared to do what less than one half of one percent of Americans are willing to do, put on the uniform and stand in harms way. May his memory be eternal.

June 27, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU!

Ron & Linda March

June 27, 2007

We are very sorry to here of the loss of Eric. We will keep you in our prayers, and God Bless

Christine Karlberg

June 27, 2007

I concider you a new friend Dena, and as a mother of two sons I pray for God and friends and family to help you. I know Eric's sacrifice is heroic as well as your sacrifice as parents. Stay open to help, love, and life and you will keep going and even look forward to each new day.

Jo Ann Palmore

June 27, 2007

Our prayers for you Cpl Eric Palmer as you are one of America's true heros........Our prayers go out to the family also.
The Palmore family
Arlington, Texas

Rory Hamilton

June 27, 2007

I had the privaledge of knowing Eric Palmer for 4 years as his teacher at Maize High School. Eric's compassion,sense of humor truly made the classroom a memorable experience. Eric had a smile that would light up a room, and he often helped me find humor in the little things in life. Eric always spoke of serving his country, and I admired his committment to serving his country. We lost not only a great soldier, but a truly wonderful person. The Hamilton's send our deepest sympathies to the Palmer family.

Kayce Thome

June 27, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Eric, he was truly an amazing guy. May your family find peace knowing he is in a better place free from war and violence. Eric will live on in the hearts of many forever. May God Bless, you are in my prayers.

Samantha H

June 27, 2007

As a military wife, daughter, and sister I understand your loss. Your son selflessly gave his life for the freedom of others, and I thank him, and your family, for that sacrifice. God BLess.

RICHARD MENDOZA

June 27, 2007

YOUR MY HERO ERIC GOD BLESS YOU AND THE PALMER FAMILY

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