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Benjamin Garrison Obituary
BENJAMIN J. GARRISON
B.J. was born July 13, 1982, Houston, to Martha and Eddie Garrison. He enlisted in the Army in March 2006 and completed basic and advanced individual training at Fort Benning, Ga. He married his high school sweetheart, Carla, on May 29, 2007.
His awards and decorations include the Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and Army Service Ribbon.
He is survived by his parents, Eddie and Martha; wife, Carla Garrison of Houston; brother, Ronnie Garrison of Houston; and uncle, Lester Garrison and wife, Carrol Norrell Garrison, of Weesatche.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Louie and Juanita Garrison of Beeville.
Funeral will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2007 at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, 12300 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77077.
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Melda
November 28, 2020
I am part of an organization, wear blue: run to remember, that honors the service and sacrifice of the American military. I ran for BJ today.
Charlie Gili
November 29, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and Benjamin J. Garrison US Army Specialist.
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, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Michael Groh
September 8, 2018
Thank you sir for your sacrifice. Today I rode in a memorial and was lucky enough to get you. Was an honor. Thank you
May 29, 2017
Edwin & Martha,
On this Memorial Day 2017, I am once again offering you my condolences on the loss of your son Benjamin. I think about Benjamin along with all the other veterans who gave up their life. It is somewhat comforting to know he is not forgotten, especially on Memorial Day.
May Ben and all veterans rest in peace.
Jesus M. Castillo (Vietnam veteran) and wife Christine
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Roger Rahill
June 11, 2016
As your Brigade Chaplain I visited you after your untimely death. Your handsome, peaceful face remains a most precious memory to me as I try to live up to your honorable and selfless service in my Army retirement and ministry to your brothers-in-arms at San Antonio's VA hospital. You made the ultimate Climb to Glory, so enjoy your eternal rest and reward. I pray for your family now to feel God's peace. - Roger Rahill
My daughter is #8, she wore a uniform jersey with SPC Garrison name on it, honoring his service to our country.
Ken Echols
December 30, 2014
Tong
November 27, 2013
6 years ago, your life was taken tragically by the enemy. Though Garrison may be gone, his memories and impact on others will always live on through us. I still remember the good times we had like it were yesterday.
March 17, 2013
Seven years ago this month you decided to join the military. We shall always be grateful for your service and sacrifice.
Tong
November 27, 2012
Garrison's memory lives on with those who served with him and those who knew him in life. He left an everlasting impact on me that will never be forgotten. I miss the times that we would hide mousetraps on each others cots, and even though it hurt like hell when it hit us, we thought it was a blast.
He was among my best friends and my brother in arms. He never once complained about fighting a war on the behalf of ungrateful people and had a very good nature to him.
RIP Garrison.
Shelli Weedon
August 18, 2012
Today I had the privilege of wearing Benjamin's name on my back in honor of him during the Watermelon Run for the Fallen in Hempstead Texas. Your hero will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 28, 2011
November 27, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Benjamin J. Garrison:
Please accept my remembrance of Benjamin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Kristin Young
May 30, 2011
Dear Ben,
Thank you for all the smiles, jokes and late night drives around the city. Thank you for all the trouble we got into, and for sparking most of those adventures yourself. Though we may never know "why they need TWO of those green arrow lights for ONE left-turn lane" I can honestly say my life will never be the same for having you, Smiley, as one of my best friends... and man, we will miss you. With much love to your family, who may never have known us, and Carla, whom you began dating while we were friends, I hope one day to see you again on the other side so that I may tell you how proud you made all of us in everything you did.
Peggy Childers
November 27, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Benjamin J. Garrison:
Remembering Benjamin 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
August 29, 2010
To the family:
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Daniel Gutierrez
September 2, 2009
Ben you came to my birthday dinner at chilis when nobody did thank you and R.I.P from me ans susana.
Vera Weston
March 30, 2009
As a person I am so sorry for the loss of your young loved one and thank you for him. I hope he and my grandson passed each others way. God Bless you and yours. Vera
peter tong
December 25, 2008
Benjamin Garrison, may you rest in peace. No one has forgotten you, and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Kenna Larra
December 8, 2008
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Sincerely,
Kenna
In Memory of Benjamin ~ (Debra Estep)
November 27, 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 Benjamin, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
November 27, 2008
Thanksgiving Day, 2008
To the family of Spc. Benjamin J. Garrison:
Benjamin 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
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
November 26, 2008
B.J.,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
TANNYA ORTIZ
November 16, 2008
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFISE AND I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO CARLA AND THE PARENTS OF A REAL HERO ..IM THE AUNT OF PVT ISAAC T CORTES..
David Holiday
August 8, 2008
My condolences to Ben's immediate family and his mother and father. Back in the 60's and 70's (in Corpus Christi, TX) I was a good friend of his father's brother Lester.
July 6, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Garrison and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 6, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Garrison!
Linda Cano
February 21, 2008
MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF ANOTHER FALLEN HERO. THANK YOU, BENJAMIN, FOR YOUR COURAGE, HONOR AND ULTIMATE SACRIFICE FOR OUR FREEDOM AND THE FREEDOM OF SO MANY OTHERS. REST IN THE ARMS OF OUR LORD JESUS NOW.
January 9, 2008
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
David Hargens
January 3, 2008
My heart goes out to Ben's family and his wife Carla. I used to ride the bus with Ben every morning all through high school. Ben was a great guy and all those mornings waiting for the bus in the cold on Brian's front porch will not be forgotten. Everyone should feel proud that they had a great person protecting us.
Tom Gugliuzza
December 28, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Garrison family in the loss of Benjamin. I did not know Benjamin, 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. Benjamin 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~
RIP BEN N ISAAC..PEACE BE WITH U BOTH..
December 23, 2007
Floyd Peek
December 20, 2007
Another fallen hero, he will not be forgotten. I also lost my son Michael in Iraq. There are so many that are truly thankful for Spc. Garrisons unselfish service for all of us in this country.
Jeri Herrera
December 20, 2007
Though I did not know Benjamin personally, he will always be a hero to me. Nothing I can say will take away the pain that you feel right now. Please accept my sincerest condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Jeri Herrera
Proud sister of SFC Rocky H. Herrera
KIA 8/28/07 Jaji, Afghanistan
WinterFawn Stone
December 19, 2007
I do not know you or your brave son, I only know the pain of losing a son. My son, James Anthony Aldredge, age 9, passed this past mother's day from cancer. At first my heart was filled with emptiness but through the past months I have taken all of the memories of him and filled my heart with pride. Remember, he was, only because of your love.
Valerie Wyer-Pryear
December 17, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR,
December 14, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Specialist Garrison. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!
Emily Toro
December 12, 2007
To the family and wife of Spc.Benjamin Garrison, Please accept my heart felt condolences. I know what your pain is, I to am suffering for the lost of my son Pvt Isaac T. Cortes who died with Ben. I cry for you everyday as I do for Isaac. I just wanted to say that your always in my thoughts and in my heart as my family grieves for your lost. May God Bless you and your family and always remember that I'm just a phone call away. May peace be with you always...
Emily Toro MOM of
Pvt. Isaac T. Cortes
Andrew Crews
December 11, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Nancy
December 9, 2007
My condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Benjamin J. Garrison. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rose Marie Durden
December 7, 2007
I was Ben's fifth grade resource teacher at Rees Elementary. He was a happy, cheerful, and always smiling young man. I was so saddened to hear of his death. I know you are extremely proud of the ultimate sacrifice your son has made for his country. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless all of you at this most difficult time.
Shawnie Martin
December 7, 2007
Martha, please know that me and my family's thoughts and prayers are with you and yours through this dark hour.
May God Bless You and Keep You
December 7, 2007
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one and our deepest gratitude for the sacrifice both your family and he has made in service to this country. May God bless each family member and friend with peace and comfort. May you feel held in
the prayers of a grateful nation.
In loving memory of our nephew
US Army Spec Philip "Cody" Ford
C Co 3rd/509th Fort Richardson Ak.
KIA Baghdad Iraq 12/10/2006
USN/AMEC Ron Baker & family
United States Navy
Joy Berends
December 6, 2007
I'm so sorry to read of the death of your son (and husband). Thanks for raising such a wonderful young man who was willing to serve our country. May the Lord comfort you.
December 6, 2007
Thank you for your service fot our vountry and its freedom. May God bless and keep the family.
A Grateful Reader
Rosemarie Salazar
December 6, 2007
Martha, my prayers are with you and your family.
Pam Gordon and Family
December 6, 2007
My condolensces and prayers to the Garrison family. May the Lord give you strenght and peace in this difficult time.
JaQuay Ivy
December 6, 2007
Know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time.I want you to know that God knows all and he will be with you through this.
December 6, 2007
Thank you for your ultimate sacrafice. GOD loved him best.
Lacielle Brown
December 6, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Melba McCoy
December 6, 2007
Martha, I would like to express my sincerest condolences to you and your family. You and I spoke the day before briefly about adjusting to change not knowing what was to come. I have two sons as well, my heart is "heavy" with you. Just remember, God makes no mistakes, he just needed another "hero" in heaven.....God Bless
Billy and Janet Hooker
December 5, 2007
We are very grateful to the men and women of our armed forces. Many like your husband and son fighting for what they believe in.
SPC Banjamin J. Garrison at Ft. Benning, summer '06
PFC. Forrest C. Adcock
December 5, 2007
Benjamin and I shared some great times in Basic Training and he will always be remembered fondly by myself and all who served with him. I'm proud of you brother.
Debbie Durham
December 5, 2007
My condolences to Benjamin's family and friends. He made the ultimate sacrifice so we can be free. My prayers are with you all.
Boyd and Betty Patton
December 5, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. We lost our grandson in Iraq on Sept. 1, 2007, and have experienced the type of grief you now have. We are proud of all our soldiers and are humbled by the sacrifice of our fallen soldiers. We send our sincere sympathy to all of you.
Anonymous
December 5, 2007
Such a huge sacrifice does not go unnoticed. THANK GOD we have such dedicated, outstanding young people still left in our society. Mere words will never convey the love and gratitude America has for you and your family.
Bethany Jones
December 5, 2007
My heart goes out to Carla and Ben's family. This is unbelievable. Ben was a true hero and amazing person. We must trust in God's will.
A Grateful Catholic
December 5, 2007
My sincerest condolences to the family. My prayers are with you. He made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us. God Bless you and help you through the grieving process.
Susan Berg
December 5, 2007
Thank you for raising such a fine young man. You must be so proud of him. We are so proud of your son and what he was doing to protect freedom around the world. God Bless, Susan
Rachel Martinez
December 5, 2007
May God give you the strength and courage. What a brave young man.
My deepest codolences to your family. I will keep you in my prayers.
A grateful Houstonian
December 5, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Benjamin. A brave soldier again gives his life so that I can be free. I am forever grateful. GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
Tina Matejek
December 5, 2007
I would like to express my sympathy to the family. Because of your son's sacrifice (and many others) we are a free country. I have a brother in law who is going to be deployed to Iraq soon. Benjamin is now a soldier living in peace and soaring on the wings of an angel. May God bless you and guide your family thru this difficult time.
Diane
December 5, 2007
May God Bless this brave man for protecting all of us here at home.
With out brave men like Benjamin, this country would not be the wonderful place that it is. Men like him allow us to be free. Thank you with all my heart!
Vanessa Aleman
December 5, 2007
I knew Ben in High School. He was a very nice guy, good sense of humor and helpful. I remember him always smiling. Carla and he were a good couple I always knew they would always be together. I was and still am very sad to hear about his passing. I just thank God that I was able to be around him the time I was. God be with Carla and his family.
Karen Elliott
December 5, 2007
My deepest sympathies during this
time of loss. How very proud you
must be of such a hero. Thank you
for his sacrafice and yours as well.
Robin Barnhill
December 5, 2007
B.J. was born the exact same date as my nephew who is also serving in the Air Force. My heart goes out to the family of this fine young man who has made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. May God bring you comfort in the everlasting arms of his eternal love. Love & prayers,
Nancy
December 5, 2007
My sincere condolences to the family of Benjamin Garrison. He was a brave soldier, a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice for us. He has most definitely earned his wings. Thank you, Benjamin for all you have done.
Libby Keith
December 5, 2007
To BJ's family:
My daughter Jennifer and BJ were in daycare together back when they were still wearing diapers.
What a brave young man. May God bless your family through this difficult time.
Theresa Stent
December 5, 2007
Thanks to your son's ultimate sacrifice, people like me our free. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Sincerely,
Rita Stoeltje
December 4, 2007
With my hearfelt sympathy in the loss of your brave young man.
THANK YOU. GOD BLESS.
angela peoples
December 4, 2007
May God watch over Bemjamin J. Garrison's family during this time of sorrow.A Hero like Ben will never be forgotten**==
jean edwards
December 4, 2007
As the grandmother of two young Army men, one of whom has served 2 tours in Iraq, the other expects to be deployed shortly, I offer my deepest sympathy to the family of Benjamin Garrison. God speed, sir.
A J Ramirez
December 4, 2007
In Honor of our Fallen Hero
Bemjamin J. Garrison, US Army
"I vow to thee, my country
all Earthly things above
entire and whole and perfect,
the service of my love.
The love that asks no questions;
the loves that stands the test,
that lays upon the Alter the
dearest and the best!
The love that never falters,
the love that pays the price.
The loves that makes undaunted
the final sacrifice."
G. Forster, Manchester,UK
moises solorio
December 4, 2007
From a fellow soldier serving in Baghdad, Iraq sorry for your lose of your son, and will keep your family in my prayers. SSG Solorio
Phyllis Broomfield
December 4, 2007
Rest In Peace Spc. Garrison, you are a true hero. Tell my son hello.
Debbie Hajek
December 4, 2007
I would like to say thank you to the family, for having a member who made the sacrifice for us and our country. My condoliences.
Debbie
Ray Bomersbach
December 4, 2007
We are sadden by the death of one of our Country's Best! We have our freedoms because of Benjamin's sacrifice. I knew his Grandparents quite well..they will find each other in Heaven.
Tommy Tucker
December 4, 2007
You don't know me, but I lost a 35 year old son 11-21-07 to heart disease. I know your pain as you ask why? He was a man serving his country and taking care of us. Stand Proud.
Michael iezzi
December 4, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Benjamin 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 Benjamin in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Robert
December 4, 2007
Thank you for serving your country. RIP SPC Garrison. My deepest sympathy.
Capt Carla Sizer, USAF
December 3, 2007
I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Spc. Benjamin J. Garrison, God bless you and your family and God bless America!
Contact me if you want to talk.
PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq
Libby Fowler
December 3, 2007
To the family and friends of Spc. Benjamin J. Garrison: Please accept my heartfelt sympathy upon the loss of your son. How my heart aches with each new name I hear of another fallen soldier! Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers now and for the days to come. Please keep my son, Spc. Crockett Fowler Butler, in your prayers as he awaits deployment from Ft. Sill, Ok. GOD BLESS SPC. BENJAMIN J. GARRISON AND GOD BLESS AMERICA!
7th Grade Louisburg Middle School
December 3, 2007
We care and share your sorrow and pride.
Jack Barnes
December 3, 2007
We proudly salute you and your family during this difficult time. Your sacrifice for our country is appreciated and we will not FORGET YOU! To the family; We will honor the memory of your son on Armed Forces Day, May 17, 2008 in Amarillo, Texas at the 4th annual Armed Forces Day, "Celebrating Freedom an Honoring Service" Banquet. You are cordially invited! Thank you, God Bless You.
Jack R. Barnes, U.S.Navy Retired
President, America Supports You Texas www.AmericaSupportsYouTexas.org
[email protected]
Peter Tong
December 3, 2007
SPC Garrison was among my closest and best friends I have. It was an honor to know and serve with him. He was a damn good soldier. Always reliable, very intelligent, and good-natured. He was my brother in arms. His death is a loss to all who knew him.
Kimberly Kuehn
December 3, 2007
Karla, Mr. and Mrs. Garrison, I am so sorry for your loss. Ben was a good man and is with God now. Rest assured that his love will always be with you. Love, Kim Kuehn and Brannon Scott
Fran Marshall
December 3, 2007
I would like to offer my condolence to Spc Garrison family my son gave his life in Iraq also .I pray that you will find some peace knowing that our sons gave their lives and they are our Heros
TYLER CHAMBERS
December 3, 2007
Spc.Garrison was a good friend of my son,Spc.Chambers.If their is anything I can due,please let me know.I would like to attend the service,if given enough time to get from Tulsa. Tyler Chambers
Jeri Herrera
December 3, 2007
Though I did not know Benjamin personally, he will always be a hero to me. Nothing I can say will take away the pain that you feel right now. Please accept my sincerest condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Jeri Herrera
Proud sister of SFC Rocky H. Herrera
KIA 8/28/07 Jaji, Afghanistan
SPC Luke Allen
December 3, 2007
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I am a 10th Mountain soldier in the same unit as Ben was. I work up at brigade as the unit's videographer and filmed and will be editing his memorial video. I am a native Houstonian and my family would like you to know that they are there for you if you need them. Please don't hesitate to contact them - Brenda Tigges ([email protected]) and Kristy Allen ([email protected]). Less than 1 percent of the population truly understands the hardship of war and the affect it has on families. We are here for you in this difficult time, as well as any time you need to talk!
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
December 2, 2007
Rest in peace.
SHIRLEY DONEY
December 1, 2007
REST IN PEACE SPC. GARRISON, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
December 1, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Specialist Garrison. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!
John Ford
December 1, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to your family. My son is also in 1-71 and I know he grieves also for your loss. I have met many of the men in 1-71 and I know they are professionals and hate losing one of their own. May God be with your family during these coming days.
Proud Father of Lt John C. Ford
1-71 Cav
December 1, 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
Ruth Ivas
December 1, 2007
To Ben's Family,
I'm Karlene's Aunt from New Hampshire. Ben's life has touched us. He is with God now, and we will see him with Bruno when we die. May the Holy Spirit of Jesus bring you some peace in this time of need.
Sandy Bonesteel
December 1, 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
November 30, 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 they were 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
Renee Owens
November 30, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. The great state of Texas mourns the loss of another of it's sons. May God grant you peace and strength.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, Al Anbar Province, Iraq
Gale Poindexter
November 30, 2007
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Spc Benjamin J Garrison. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
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 soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
Gale Poindexter
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis-KIA 5/ 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
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