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Phillip Pannier Obituary

WASHBURN - Pfc. Phillip Joseph Pannier, 20, of 1664 County Road 1950 N, Washburn, Ill., died in Iraq on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008, while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

He was born Dec. 5, 1987, in Peoria, Ill., to Donald and Robyn Amigoni Pannier.

Surviving are his parents of Washburn; two brothers, Dan (Karin) Pannier of Benson and Benjamin Pannier of Jacksonville, Ill.; one sister-in-law, Tanya (wife of the late Dale Pannier); six nieces and nephews, Kaitlyn, Karly, Kiefer, Jessica, Colton and Dalana; and his fiancee, Jennifer Held of Metamora.

He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and one brother, Dale Opie Pannier.

Phillip graduated in 2006 from Roanoke-Benson High School, where he was active in band, FFA, football and soccer.

Phillip enjoyed being outdoors on the farm. He was active in 4-H, with the Happy Hustlers 4-H Club. He also was an avid deer hunter, always looking forward to deer season.

He began his military career with basic training at Fort Benning, Ga. He achieved his rank of private first class, serving his home post at Fort Campbell, Ky.

He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Benson.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at the Roanoke-Benson High School gymnasium. The Rev. Anne Strickert and the Rev. Craig Swenson will officiate. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Knapp-Johnson-Harris Funeral Home in Roanoke. Burial with full military honors will be in Clayton Township Cemetery in rural Benson.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillip Pannier Memorial Fund c/o Roanoke-Benson Community Bank.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.knappjohnsonharris.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Peoria Journal Star on Jan. 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Pannier

93 Entries

Charlie Gili

August 16, 2013

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Pannier 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 Phillip J. Pannier US Army Private 1st Class. 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

Robert Harrison

January 12, 2013

Pannier You are deeply missed my friend. Not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts. I miss you my friend.

Peggy Childers

January 8, 2013

To the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier:
It has truly been my honor to sign Phillip's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Phillip will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

January 11, 2012

Phillip not a day that goes by your not in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family. I miss you buddy.
Harrison

Peggy Childers

January 8, 2012

To the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier:
Always remembering Phillip. "Some gave all."

ROBERT HARRISON

May 28, 2011

PANNIER YOU WERE ALWAYS THE GOOD TO GUY.WHENEVER SOMEONE NEEDED HELP U NEVER SAID NO.MY SELF INCULDED. KNOW MY BROTHER I MISS YOU DEARLY.I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND WHAT YOU DID FOR YOUR BROTHERS ON THAT DAY OF JAN 8 AND FOR THIS COUNTRY.AS WE REMEMBER MEMORIAL DAY MAY YOU ALWAYS KNOW THAT NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I'M NOT THINKING OF YOU.
LOVE ALWAYS HARRISON

January 9, 2011

TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF PHILLIP PANNIER. MAY YOU ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT ON THE DAY OF JAN 08 THAT PANNIER WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY.PANNIER YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART. MAY YOU CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER YOUR LOVED ONES.
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTON
YOUR FRIEND A CO ROBERT HARRISON

Peggy Childers

January 8, 2011

To the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier:
Please accept my remembrance of Phillip on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

ROBERT HARRISON

September 23, 2010

IT'S NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT THIS DAY ISN'T FRESH IN MY MIND. TO A GOOD FRIEND ,A GREAT SOLDIER, A GOOD WARRIOR AND A FALLEN HERO MAY OTHERS KNOW THAT YOU ALWAYS GAVE 110% FOR THIS COUNTRY.
YOUR BROTHERS IN A CO 2-327 MISS YOU DEARLY. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!
HARRISON A CO-237

Peggy Childers

January 8, 2010

To the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier:
Remembering Phillip 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

Ashley

May 26, 2009

Phill u are missed by so many, and u had such an impact on so many lifes. You are always going to be in our hearts PJ. Love and miss you
Ashley

Steve Jones

May 24, 2009

love forever leads you, love forever guides you, love forever follows you, love for you remains forever and always

T Starman

January 17, 2009

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss

In Memory of Phillip ~ (Debra Estep)

January 8, 2009

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 Phillip, 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

January 8, 2009

To the family of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier:
Phillip 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 2, 2008

FREE OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING OF THIS HERO. COMPLETE FORM AT WWW.HEROPAINTINGS.COM
We love our Soldiers! This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
Please contact us! Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, God Bless You and we hope that your portrait is bringing you some peace!
Sincerely,
Kenna

Pastor Frank Noyes

August 20, 2008

Gethsemane Church
1601 Frederick Drive
Pekin IL 61554
Phone – 309-346-7791

Dear family of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier,

We want to say thank you. We understand that no words can be adequate for your sorrow. We certainly do not want to intrude upon your privacy. As Americans we want you to know that we deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice your loved one has made for all of us. We also would like for you to be aware that with this letter comes our special concern and prayers for you. We are all safer because young men and women who love their country, and know the value of a free nation, are willing to put themselves in harms way, and lay down their lives to keep this nation free and safe for all of us.
Your sacrifice is also very great. We know that we can give little comfort; however, the knowledge that your loved one did not die in vain, but died in the service of our country, gives each of us a noble example of the value of life, and the responsibility of freedom. We hope this will bring pride and comfort to you.
We at Gethsemane Church believe that there is purpose to life. We send this letter with our deepest appreciation for the greatest of sacrifices, you and your loved one have given to this country. We know it is not enough, but please allow us to assure you that your loved one is not forgotten.

Very Sincerely

FrankG. Noyes (Pastor)

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
(Jn. 15:13)

July 7, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Pannier!

July 7, 2008

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

John Forrette COL USAR(Ret)

May 27, 2008

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son.

Suzanne MacDaniel

April 7, 2008

To the Pannier family,

I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Phillips' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.

...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 Iraq

Stephanie Ramos

March 29, 2008

As you walk through the gates of heaven. Remember those who love you ,as well those who love you will remember you. You will not be forgotten and will live on in the heart and soul of those who loved and cared for you. Thanks to you for being a brave soul.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

March 12, 2008

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

February 7, 2008

God bless the Miller family. Life ends however, memories live on.

Pfc Phillip J. Pannier, the flag of the United States of America has your blood sewn into the fabric, it shall wave forever in your honor.

"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid, they have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices".
~ PRESIDENT HARRY S. TRUMAN ~
Bernie (Corpus Christi, TX)

Lyn & Neil Karjalainen

February 6, 2008

We are very sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Phillip was a true hero.

richard johnson

February 2, 2008

may the angels carry him to gods holy realm and there he can rest with all our heroes
i send my honor and respect

Doc Smith

February 2, 2008

"Safegaurding the rights of others is the most noble end of a human being." - Kahlil Gibran, The Voice of the Poet

It was an honor to serve with Phillip in Iraq, and he will not be forgotten.

Nicholas Treff

February 1, 2008

We were friends of Dale's, and our hearts go out to you and the family for having to endure a second tragedy. God Bless you all, and may his memory be eternal.

TERESA GRIMSLEY-REICHERT

January 31, 2008

Thank you for your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten.

Dana Havron Lieutenant jg USN

January 31, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Pannier & Family:
My family's deepest condolances on the tragic loss of Phillip. I know you will always be proud of the many accomplishments Phillip made in his life: avid outsdoorman, 101st Airborne warrior, and American hero. God's Speed in going forward with your lives in the most positive light you can, as I'm sure Phillip would have wanted it.

Very respectfully,

Aaron Ray

January 29, 2008

“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 (NKJV)

The coffin, housing the “tent” in which your dear son once resided, was placed on the funeral bier. In the background, you heard the gun salute followed by “Taps.” Most of us have heard this tune. However, few are aware of the words that go with this most familiar melody. Here are the words as they are known to me. (There are many variations.):

TAPS

Day is done, gone the sun,
From the hills, from the lakes, from the sky.
All is well, safely rest, God is nigh.

Go to sleep, peaceful sleep,
May the soldier or sailor,
God keep.
On the land or the deep,
Safe in sleep.

Love, good night, Must thou go,
When the day, And the night
Need thee so?
All is well. Speedeth all
To their rest.

Thanks and praise, For our days,
'Neath the sun, Neath the stars,
'Neath the sky,
As we go, This we know,
God is nigh.

Your dear son’s “tent” has been destroyed. But, as the Apostle Paul said in 2 Cor. 5:1, God has a better plan for us. The “tent” that once housed your precious son’s soul has been replaced by something far better than a “tent.” It is a building not made with hands.

On this earth, your soldier’s duty and day is done BUT, “All is well, safely rest, God is nigh… As we go, This we know, God is nigh.” Thank you for your son’s service.

The proud father of a soldier in Iraq and a retired military veteran,

Here is a link if you would like to hear or read more on “Taps.”
http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/taps.htm
http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/taps.mid

Rest In Peace Pfc Phillip J. Pannier

January 28, 2008

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!!

I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.

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

Best friends

January 27, 2008

PHILLIP WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BY VETERANS LIKE ME--RICK-BUFFALO,NY.

Cherie Hart

January 24, 2008

We grieve together, knowing that as we continue our lives, one day at a time, our lives are better for having known our sons. Sgt. David Hart was mine, Pfc. Phillip Pannier was yours. I'm so sorry for your pain.

With my prayers and hope for healing, Cherie Hart

Sawyer Braun

January 23, 2008

I did not know Phillip, but anyone in uniform is a brother or sister of mine. I am sorry for your loss.

Colleen Oltman

January 23, 2008

God bless you, P.J., and your family, fiancee, and friends. I will never forget you and your sacrifice for all Americans. You are a true hero.
Love, Phil, Colleen, Angela Oltman

Elizabeth Inman

January 23, 2008

My sincere sympathy for you and your family on your loss. I am the grandmother of a soldier killed last May 24, 2007 by an IED and I share your loss, along with the loss of all these brave young men. Lacon, IL

Vasiliki & Gus Vahaviolos

January 22, 2008

We are very sorry for the loss of your son Phillip.May God comfort you during this difficult time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We feel your pain.Be proud of your son.We lost our son May 2006.
Proud parents of Steve Vahaviolos
cpl us marine.

Spc. Matthew Sampson

January 22, 2008

Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice.
Sorry for your loss. A soldier who was there told me about this.

MSG Susan Bohmer

January 20, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. He will always be in your hearts.

Scott Warner

January 20, 2008

To the Faniily of Army Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier,

From across the country, we write to express our thankfulness and sorrow for the loss of Philip. Please know that your son died a hero for his country. He was willing to sacrifice his all for those he loved and a country that he loved. WIthout brave courageous men and women like your son we would not be able to live in freedom. Your family and my family know first hand that freedom is not free. It requires the most precious gifts we have to give, the blood, sweat and tears of our loved ones. Your loss will never be forgotten and I pray our heavenly Father will comfort you during this difficult time.

God Bless,

Scott and Melissa Warner
Pround Parents of Fallen Hero, Pvt. Heath Warner
KIA, 11/22/2006 Al Anbar Iraq

Paul and Ursula Ahern

January 19, 2008

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Pannier

My Wife Ursula and I and our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve Phillips death and yet celebrate the life he lived. I thank you for your sacrifice of this one so dear to you to support his calling to serve. He paid the ultimate sacrifice first and likely for his fellow soldiers, secondly for the U.S. Constitution, our way of life and great freedoms, and third and most deeply and profoundly for the new way of life and freedom of the Iraqi people. For many of them as well Phillip is a true hero.

Our son David served proudly with Phillip in Iraq. I am proud and humbled to be called a fellow Soldier and veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom (2004/05) alongside great Amercian Patriots and heroes such as your son.

Please contact me when and as you wish.

Very Respectfully,
Paul Ahern, COL, IN, USAR

Kylee Smith

January 19, 2008

Phillip was a great kid! Smart and caring and always willing to help are just a few words to describe him. He wil be remembered by many for years to come. "Gone but not forgotten", Rest in peace Phillip.

Jerry Waller

January 19, 2008

I didn't know your son or your family. When he came home I just wanted to pay my respects to a true hero, so I got my flag and drove to the Germantown area and held it proudly in front of me as you went by with quite a few tears in my eyes. I wish I would have known him. We have good friends who now have a son who is over there. We pray for him every day. Be very proud of your son and what he gave for us all. GOD bless him and all of our "defender's of freedom".GOD BLESS THE USA.

doreen perez

January 19, 2008

May God Bless all of you in this time of loss and sorrow. Your son was a True American Hero.
Doreen Perez cousin of Sgt.Joshua Terando KIA ll/10/05 Iraq

sharon rudo

January 19, 2008

To the Pannier Family, so sorry for your lost, my prayers are with you.

Bobbi Trimarco

January 18, 2008

As the mother of a fellow soldier, please accept my deepest sympathies. My son was serving in Iraq with Phillip, and considered him not only a fellow soldier, but a friend. Phillip is a hero to us all.

Steve & Donna Gordon

January 18, 2008

Dear Robin & Donnie,
I am so sorry for your loss. We tried to be at the visitation & funeral but Steve got caught in all the snow in Wisconsin and it ran him too late and had to be up there again on Fri. I was afraid to try it myself if the weather got bad. You were in our hearts and we were both thinking of both of you. We will have to get together with you both and Mel and Loretta when you feel the time is right. Bless you both.

Steve and Donna

1SG Martin & Sheila Lindvay

January 18, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Lynda wittmer

January 18, 2008

Jenny, I met you last night for the first time. My daughter(shelby) met you and Phillip this summer at Dan and Karin's house in Benson. I want to tell you something that not many people in the area know about. But I lost my husband when I was 25 yrs. old. I am now 51 yrs old...we have a son..he was 3 yrs at the time of his fathers tragic death..he is now almost 30..there's not a day that goes by that I don't think of him...cry .. etc. it will always be with you ..but TIME somehow heals the pain.You and Phillips family have been on my mind constantly..and in my prayers..if you ever need someone to talk to that has lost someone they love so dearly don't ever hesitate to email me...my love and prayers are w/u and phillips family.

King Family

January 18, 2008

We didn't know your son or family. Just wanted to say that our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was definitely a hero. We thank him and all those serving now and previously for keeping us safe and free.

Bob and Beverly Meismer

January 17, 2008

Donnie and Robyn. It is so sad that you had to loose 2 sons in a few months. God has a place for them and they are having a good time with your dad and mom. God has his ways and we have to accept his judgement.. You have Bev and I prayers. Love you both.

toni amigoni

January 17, 2008

Don and Robyn and families; We are so sad for you. Phillip is joining his grandpa Phil up in heaven now, what a grand reunion.
We love you all!! Aunt Toni and family

Daisy Leonard

January 16, 2008

It sickens my heart to know you lost another son. My heart aches for you, while my eyes well up with tears. I cant imagine the pain you are going thru. I will fly my American Flag high in remembrance of PFC Phillip "PJ" Pannier and will think of him often on Veteran's Day. I know deep in my heart that those two boys are up in heaven laughing and playing football. Oh what a reunion it had to be for Opie. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. PJ Pannier is a Hero!!

from a sister that had a brother in IRAQ 4 times and celebrates his safe return to Ft Drum, NY everyday.
Daisy (Lindstrom) Leonard

Alan Held

January 16, 2008

To the Pannier Family and of course Dearest Jennifer,
Our hearts are broken for you and we grieve the loss of Phil. May you be comforted by all those who sending their love and support.

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6

The Alan Held Family

January 16, 2008

jenny, our hearts go out to you. you are in our deepst prayers. love aunt veda and uncle dave

Nicole Reason

January 16, 2008

Phill was a true hero and to his family and his fiance jenni i hope you cherish his memories you had with him! I'm sure he is looking out for all of you! also im sure he loved all of you!!
Be strong!!!
God took a wonderful person!
love you all xoxo

Jenelle

January 16, 2008

My deepest sympathy to all of the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Haley McGee

January 16, 2008

Phill,
You were an amazing friend and my fiance's bestfriend. You will never be forgotten! Alan and I miss you so much and we are doing our best to help Jenni. I just wish you weren't gone..
TO Jenni:
You are my bestfriend and I love you so much, im here for you every step of the way sweetie, I love you so much!
To Phill's family:
I am so sorry for your loss, Phill was amazing and we will never forget him ever.

R.I.P. Phillip J Pannier, you were the greatest bestfriend my fiance could have ever asked for.

Jeff and Marianne Rees

January 16, 2008

Our hearts go out to you. Your son is a true hero and gave his life to protect the freedoms that we all enjoy. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Brac Huschen

January 16, 2008

My thoughts have been with you Robin and Don since I heard of your sons brave commitment for our country. And my thoughts will forever be with you and your son. I will never be able to thank Phillip enough for what he has so unselfishly done for me and for my country.

Sharie Bumbalough

January 16, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharie Bumbalough & Curt Wright

Miltary Spouse

January 16, 2008

I am a former miltary wife, sister, sister in law and cousin of other miltary members. I am forever greatful to your son for what he stood for. He is a hero to all of us. Even though we are complete strangers, through the miltary community we are one and my family will forever keep him in our paryers.

Phillip Iverson

January 15, 2008

I am writing to send your family my thoughts and prayers. For your son is a hero and will live in my heart until the day I die.

Dick and Alice Arnold

January 15, 2008

We salute this Hero, Pfc. Phillip Pannier. God bless him and may God give his family the peace that only Jesus Christ can give.

Dan and Kristi Gudeman

January 15, 2008

Don, Robin, Jennifer and family,
It is unimaginable the grief and sorrow you are feeling at this time. Your son is a hero and we enjoy the freedoms we have because of brave men and women like him. We pray that God will hold you in His loving arms and help you in this time of need. All of you have an amazing angel looking over you. Don- if there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask.
Our love and prayers,
Dan & Kristi Gudeman

Sandeep Taxali

January 15, 2008

May the dear Lord always bless Phillip in Heaven and provide strength to his family/friends. He and all others who have served or are serving are great heroes -- they joined a profession of high risk & danger. Even though I have always been against this war, one should love and admire our soldiers -- they stand in uniform and 99.9% of us don't. They are MIGHTY heroes fighting so we don't have to; let's take care of and respect the wounded, and honor those gone.

Noah March

January 15, 2008

phillip pannier was a good friend and a brother in arms i knew him in highschool with him and played football by his side and i will not forget what he did for his contry i will honor pfc. pannier and what he did.

PFc. Noah Keith March
United States Marine Corps

Brenda Desilets

January 15, 2008

It's not how they die that makes them a hero, it's how they lived. I am sure Phillip is a hero. God bless.
Brenda, mom of Cpl.Ben Desilets, USMC, KIA 5/22/07

Tammy Graber

January 15, 2008

We go about our day to day lives, here in this free nation that is so dear to us. But never should we forget the day to day sacrifices that the men and women in our armed forces make on our behalf.

There are no words that can express my deepest sympathy in the loss of this fine young man. Nor are there words to express my deepest appreciation for his willingness to serve his country and those who call it home.
Pfc. Phillip Pannier is an American hero (a hometown hero) and will never be forgotten.

May God surround you with His loving arms and give you peace.

Dan & Kathy Kelly

January 15, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Our son, PCF Dan Kelly is currently serving in Iraq and was in Phillip's Unit, A Company, 2-327 IN, 1 BCT, 101st Abn Div. Your son gave the ultimate sacrafice, for all the people in the United States of America. God Bless Phillip and his family.

Amy Richard

January 15, 2008

As I watched the procession drive through Metamora today, I couldn't help but remember losing my brother five years ago while he was stationed in Korea. It was a priveledge to stand along Rt116 and honor PFC Pannier's memory. Please remember that while no one will be able to say or do anything that will take the pain completely away, God can and will give you strengh, even in the darkest times. Please accept my deepest condolences for your terrible loss.

Jim & Joyce Micheletti / Kevin and Kelly Audi

January 15, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
What a brave young man and a terrible loss to his family and our country. He will always be remembered in our prayers and hearts.

Carolyn Evans

January 15, 2008

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Phillp Pannier. I was there myself 19 January 1991 when I lost my son in the first Gulf War.
Gold Star Mother.

SSGT & Mrs LaRoe

January 15, 2008

Soldiers are angles in heaven and on earth. God bless your family during this time, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 15, 2008

Don, Robin and family,
It has been a while since we have seen any of you - how time does fly. God has given you a son to raise and care for, for such a time as this. You have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you, comfort you and keep you in His care.
Elvira and Angela Brooks

Nicole DeReu

January 15, 2008

Your son is a hero and your family is in my prayers. God bless and protect you!

Lynn Grandy

January 15, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Frank and Linda (greenwood} Vach

January 15, 2008

He is resting in the arms of Jesus
He is talking with his brother today.
He wants you to know all is alright
And by the grace of God you will be together again someday

May God bless you and your family at this time. Our prayers are with you..

Thomas Jernigan

January 14, 2008

Didnt Know Phillip, but I have been to Washburn and its one of the most beautiful places Ive seen. It has a great home town feel and everyone there was so nice. I was sad to hear of its loss.

7th Grade Louisburg Middle School

January 14, 2008

We care and share your sorrow and pride.

Jerry & Jeannie Terando

January 14, 2008

May Almighty God bless and comfort you in your loss and sorrow.
We share your loss, in the defense of our freedom.
He is not forgotten.
parents of:
Sgt. Joshua A. Terando
kia 10 Nov 05
Husayba, Iraq

Chaplain Dan Gates

January 14, 2008

With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Private First Class Pannier. 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 ...!!!

Gina Beckwith

January 13, 2008

You will be remembered forever. You are a true hero!

SHIRLEY DONEY

January 13, 2008

REST IN PEACE PFC. PANNIER, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

Gary

January 13, 2008

A true American hero.God bless Phillip and his family.

Sandy Bonesteel

January 13, 2008

As a mother of a Soldier, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.

Valorie

January 12, 2008

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

Garnet Jenkins

January 12, 2008

The price Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of your Brave Young Soldier.

May Phillip rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of God be with the Pannier family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~

May you find Peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Not Forget Phillip's Sacrifice.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gale Poindexter

January 12, 2008

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Pfc Phillip J Pannier. 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!

(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)

minister florence duckett

January 12, 2008

To the Family:

I am deeply moved by your loss. I thank God because He has "...wiped away all tears from Phillip's eyes..." and that Phillip will "...never know pain or sorrow again..."

I will FOREVER "Salute" Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier!

Yours in Christ,

florence

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www.roseofsharonministriesltd.org
and know that our soldiers will never be forgotten. No Donations requested!

Barbara Nurnberg

January 12, 2008

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip J. Pannier. I know all to well that there are just no words at this time to ease your pain. May the love and memories you have of Phillip along with the love and prayers of so many bring just a small ray of light into this dark time.
Pfc Phillip Pannier you are a true American hero who will not be forgotten. The world is a better place because of you. Thank you. May you now rest in peace.
Barb Nurnberg - proud mother of Cpl Keith A Nurnberg D-CO 2/60 AR 3rd Combat Brigade, 3RD ID KIA 9/5/2007 Baghdad

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