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Carol Towns
August 18, 2020
I read of his death on Seal of Honor and being I am from Michigan also I wanted to read more about him. I am so sorry for your families loss. You must be very proud. He was an awesome person & soldier.
Stephen Arrigo
September 24, 2017
Took a West Point tour today...2nd part of the tour wr visited the cemetery at the Academy...The 1st stone I saw was Jonathan...I decided to learn more about him...What a brave young man...We are all indebted for his service and willingness to protect our freedom...I am forever thankful...My heartfelt condolences.
Charlie Gili
August 31, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Edds Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Jonathan W. Edds US Army 1st Lieutenant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
August 18, 2013
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Jonathan W. Edds:
Always remembering Jonathan. "Some gave all."
JB
August 16, 2013
We won't forget his service and sacrifice. May God fill you with peace and only good memories of John.
December 26, 2012
In memory & honor of John Edds. Always remembered.
Peggy Childers
August 18, 2011
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Jonathan W. Edds:
Please accept my remembrance of Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
August 17, 2010
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Jonathan W. Edds:
Remembering Jonathan 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
Kim Musolff
May 19, 2010
You will never be forgotten for your sacrifice. I'm not sure what got me here today but, I'm here. To our cousin....
May 3, 2010
So saddened.
I just saw a feature on you and had to look you up. What a wonderful man- such a beautiful face- incredible accomplishments in his too short life.
Rest in peace=know you will not be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
August 17, 2009
To the family of 1st Lt. Jonathan W. Edds:
Jonathan gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kenna Larra
December 15, 2008
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Sincerely,
Kenna
Amanda Nuyen
July 23, 2008
I just want to let you all know that John was a great person to know and a wonderful person to grow up with. Me and My sisters all went to Church with the John and his brothers and always had a great time. We all went to camp together and whenever we needed to talk or get a good laugh in John would always be there. John will be missed and my prayes go with everyone that knew him and out to his family..
Jacob skarhus
July 16, 2008
My name is Jacob skarhus and I am the son of SFC Skarhus who served with 1st Lt. Edds. Lt. Edds was a real good man and he will be missed dearly . Even though he was young he had made a good life for himself and he loves his wife 'Laura' so much.
July 3, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you 1st Lt Edds!
John's Wedding
June 17, 2008
John, Laura, Josh, Casey, and Joel
June 17, 2008
anonymous
May 26, 2008
it was good knowing you in high school manny. you will be missed by the class of '01. peace, love, respect.
Happy Birthday
Michael iezzi
January 18, 2008
Jonathan,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
2 Corinthians 5: 6-9
Jeff Bryan
January 4, 2008
1LT Jonathan Edds will never be forgotten. I served with the 4-31 Infantry in Iraq (2006-2008) and his team, the "Dealers" were attached tto us. I became his chaplain and he became my comrade and brother. Both him, SFC Skarhus, and their Dealers were soldiers that changed my life forever. It is because of men like them that I love serving as a chaplain. God bless them, their families, and their fellow soldiers.
I will always be your chaplain!
Sincerely,
Chaplain (CPT) Jeff Bryan
SFC Michael Skarhus
December 18, 2007
My name is SFC Michael Skarhus, I was the Platoon Sergeant that served with John for 18 months. He was one of the greatest officers I have ever known. He loved his men, and I am going to miss him. God had a bigger plan for him. John thank you for being a good friend a good leader, our platoon is better for knowing you.
Sgt. Russell E. Massey
October 23, 2007
Lt. Edds will be remembered by every man that he came into contact with in the Army. He was one of Americas best and a true Patriot. The 3rd ID was fortunate to have had him serve in it. His men are better for having him lead them. Thank you for standing beside him in his chosen endevor. He waits for you across the river under the shade trees.
Cindy Howard
October 6, 2007
I didn't know Jonathon, but I know Laura. We lived across the hall from you, at Fort Knox, during OBC school. I just wanted to extend my sympathy to you Laura. I am so sorry, words really don't seem to be enough.
You have are in my prayers,
Cindy Howard
norris wiley
September 26, 2007
Mrs. Edds,
I am Sgt Norris I Wiley, I was the gunner for LT Edds, I was Saber 1G, I wish to tell you that I pray for him everyday and that I was proud to have fought for him, even with my own grievious injuries, until there was no enemies left. I hope you all remember him for the funny but strong and integrity driven man that he was. Find peace at Fiddler's Green sir, find peace with the Lord, he has a special place in his heart for us Scouts.
Scout outs.
Sgt Wiley, Norris Saber 1G
Legree Taylor
September 19, 2007
I served with him as his first gunner we had a lot of fun during the events that lead to Iraq. I know without a doubt that he is with God his faith help the Platoon in rough times.I will miss him
Stephen Holwegner
September 18, 2007
I served with Lt. Edds for 15 months. He was my first tank commander. He was an outstanding leader, but more than that, he was a great man. He cared about his soldiers and made sure that we were always taken care of. He had a good sense of humor, but when things got serious, he was a man of action. He made everyone around him a better person. He loved his family and his wife with all his heart, and spoke of them often. He had an amazingly strong faith in God, and I have no doubt that he is in heaven.
Sir, it was the greatest honor of my life to have served with you. Thank you for everything you taught me about life. I look forward to saluting you again one day at that party in the sky.
September 10, 2007
I did not know 1st Lt. Edds, but I do know the pain of losing one of these fine heroes. My nephew was KIA on August 4th. They will live on in our hearts forever. Thank you, his family, for your sacrifice.
Sincerely,
Heidi Perry-Hipp
Proud Aunt
Spc. Matthew M. Murchison
KIA August 4, 2007
Baghdad
September 3, 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
ROBERT MANIS
September 2, 2007
My heart goes out to the family.we lose another HERO!!BUT HE IS SAFE WITH THE LORD.NOW
sheila
August 31, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. It surely seems like he was one of the very best. My deepest sympathy.
Audrey Sexton
August 29, 2007
I know Jonathan's aunt, Kathy, who informed me of the familie's loss. God be with you during this difficult time. Please know that strangers are praying for you.
God protect our soldiers!
Jim Stubblefield
August 29, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Teresa Ashworth
August 29, 2007
To the family & friends of 1st LT Edds,
Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country. I pray God will hold you in His arms as you feel His peace and presence around you. I believe all of our fallen heroes are now guarding the gates of heaven and watching over us. They will greet us there one day.
Proud aunt of LCPL John T. Sims, Jr.
KIA 4/10/2004
and member of We Remember, Inspire, Cherish & Honor (www.werich.org)
Joanna Wood
August 29, 2007
I knew John as his company-mate at West Point, and primarily from eating with him for at least two meals a day, almost every day, at our table in the mess hall for his last two years as a cadet. A year behind him, I always looked up to John and his buddies in our company, C2, and in some ways I would think of them as the older brothers that I never had. I listened to them, laughed with them, and learned from them; as people tend to do, he and his friends touched my daily life even when they didn't know it.
Now a 2LT myself, I didn't know about John's death until I saw his face on CNN in the DFAC here in Afghanistan this morning. Although it was a shocking way to find out, I suppose it is fitting that I should learn of this tragedy over my cereal, after sharing so many meals with him in the past. I actually remember his preference for Life cereal, as he would reserve the individual serving-sized box at first opportunity every morning at breakfast. I never thought I would recall a mundane detail like that about one of my company-mates under such sad circumstances.
I didn't know John’s family, but I am sincerely sorry for their loss, especially because I know that it is a great one. He was a successful person, but I remember admiring him most of all for his patience, kindness, intelligence, and sense of humor. I am truly sad to learn of his passing, and cannot imagine the remorse felt by his family. But I hope that my words can serve as a testament to the wonderful person that John was even to those who he might merely call an acquaintance. It was clear to me that John would do great things, and I have no doubt that he did, even in his short time here.
Sincerely,
Joanna Wood
Apryll Anderson
August 29, 2007
MEMORIES WILL GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU WILL NEED TO PROCEDE!
GOD BLESS!
OUR FALLEN HERO!
SGT. JEREMY E. DEPOTTEY
KIA SEPT. 11, 2006
debbi rivers
August 27, 2007
To the parents of Jonathan, I would like to extend my heart felt sorrow as I know what you are going through and what you will yet go through in the coming weeks. I too am the mother of another fallen soldier and with God's continued support in my life I try to reach out to other who might need the support of someone who has been where you are. I want to offer you the support you may need to contact me anytime so that you may vent, talk or just seek comfort I am here for you. As a Gold Star Mother I've reached out through God's blessings to many across the country and we have a good support group. May God continue to give you and your family the love, comfort and healing that you need. In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA Samarra, Iraq November 12, 2006
Gale Poindexter
August 26, 2007
I am writing to offer my condolences to you and your family over the loss of your son 1st Lt Jonathan W Edds. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a child.
When things settle down, I recommend that you contact a man named Michael Reagan @
www.michaelgreaganartist.com
He will draw one portrait of the fallen soldier. He does this for free and will draw any picture of your choosing. He has drawn presidents and other celebrities. My husband and I got one and it has helped me with the healing process. Michael is a truly gifted artist that captures the very essence of the person he draws. I look at my picture everyday and it gives me a connection that I cannot explain.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your son was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service.
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT -KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
Dan and Jamie Rix
August 26, 2007
Dear Edds Family,
My husband graduated from West Point with John. He is currently deployed to Afghanistan and I told him today of his passing. He was greatly saddened. He said John was a great man. They went to church together at West Point and Dan said he had no doubt that John was in heaven right now. We are both praying for you all.
Zak-Kim Musolff
August 26, 2007
Thank you, dear cousin for paying the ultimate sacrifice. We miss and love you dearly.
August 25, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by 1st Lt Edds and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Valerie Andreana
August 24, 2007
I didn't have the privilege to know Jonathan, but heard of his passing through a friend- I wanted to offer my thanks to such a brave young man and his family. May God be with you as you grieve and help you to understand your loss.
To his wife- remember always that you are loved by a true American here. God bless.
Mike Kjergaard
August 24, 2007
Our prayers are with you all.
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."
Mike & Tracy Kjergaard
Tom Gugliuzza
August 24, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Edds family in the loss of Jonathan. I did not know Jonathan, 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. Jonathan 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~
Dianne waterman
August 23, 2007
Laura, Rhonda, Ray, Betty and Herman and the Edds Family,My heart is heavy today when I learned of Jonathan's passing. Know that the thoughts and prayers of your Roanoke Family are with you at this time. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to contact us. In loving thought and prayer, Barbara Combs Shelton, Dianne Shelton Waterman
Justin Duke
August 23, 2007
I WISH I COULD HAVE MET YOU PERSONALLY. YOU MARRIED MY COUSIN, LAURA; AND I KNOW WHAT A GREAT GUY YOU WERE. THANK YOU FOR BEING WILLING TO DEFEND OUR FREEDOMS--YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OUR FAMILY HERO.
Eric Heely
August 23, 2007
I am truly sorry. Jonathan was a great guy and a true friend. He will be sorely missed by his brother lieutenants from 2nd platoon, Ft. Knox in 2005.
Michael iezzi
August 23, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Jonathan to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Jonathan in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
August 23, 2007
Rest in peace for we lost the chance to grow old with you.
Ashley White
August 23, 2007
I had the opportunity to speak with Jonathan's brother, Joel, at the South Bend airport as he picked-up a fellow West Point graduate. He and his friend were equal parts friendly and poised. I can only imagine that his brother was as well.
Thomas Lash
August 22, 2007
The Prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy;
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.
Carl and Carol Russell
August 22, 2007
John,
What an honor to have a soldier like you as part of our family. We cherish the times we got to be with you and wish it could have been for a longer period of time. You stood for what America is all about and you also showed the world what a Christian truly is. When Laura brought you into our family, she did a wonderful thing. God bless her always too.
Ronn Massie
August 22, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Jonathan.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Jonathan for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Sandy Bonesteel
August 22, 2007
As the mother of a son who is deployed, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.
valorie
August 21, 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
SHIRLEY DONEY
August 21, 2007
REST IN PEACE JONATHAN, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Gary Allain
August 21, 2007
1st Lt. Jonathan W. Edds
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Rick Langenbrunner
August 21, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the wife, family and friends of this brave American Hero. 1st LT. Jonathan W. Edds has served his country with great honor, making the ultimate sacrifice. A grateful Nation grieves with you for your loss which will never be forgotten. Know in your hearts he is in God's loving arms. I understand the overwhelming grief you feel, and wish there were some words or actions to lessen the pain you are enduring. We lost our only son Richard P. Langenbrunner (Cobra Company 3rd Platoon, 2-69 Armor a brother of this great man)in Baghdad on 4/17/07. Take comfort in your memories of his wonderful smile. May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead.
ROBYN GARSIDE
August 21, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Carol Cline
August 21, 2007
1st Lt. Jonathan Edds 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.
Garnet Jenkins
August 21, 2007
Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the loss of 1st Lt. Jonathan W. Edds, with so much gratitude for your Fine Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Jonathan rest safely now, in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord be with the Edds 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.
"For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."
~ 2 Corinthians 5:1 ~
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Grateful Country Will Remember Jonathan's Sacrifice.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 21, 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)
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