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for Richard Vaughn
Dad
April 7, 2016
Today is 8 years since you left us. We miss you everyday.
Madison Vaughn
November 5, 2014
Hi, my name is Madison Vaughn. I am a senior of Winfield City High School and am writing this as a government assignment. I selected Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn because we both share the same last name. Here's a little bit about myself: I am 18 years old and I'm from Alabama. I can't personally say I know what it feels like to lose someone really close to you, but I am so thankful for those who fight for our country. Thank you for your sacrifice in defending our country. You, and everyone else who has sacrificed their lives fighting for our country will always be remembered. Thank you and God Bless. If you would like to respond email @[email protected]
Peggy Childers
April 26, 2012
April 7, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn:
Always remembering Richard. "Some gave all."
Love, Tess, Skye, and Logan
January 21, 2012
We love you Ricky. Goodnight sweetie
Mandy Geesaman
January 20, 2012
I miss u and think of u often
Chris Denham
July 8, 2011
Hey Ricky I miss you all the time I think about all the good times and bad we had tether and I cherish all of them just know I love you and think of you all the time and I will be with dj to see you love you chris
Carlton Idol
July 8, 2011
Hey Bud, We all miss you brother. God bless you and your family.
The Nelsons
July 8, 2011
You are the definition of a hero! Thoughts and prayers to your family and friends.
Chris Denham
July 8, 2011
Hey Ricky I love you and miss and think of you all the time the good and bad times we had together I will be with ayers this weekend to see you love you buddy
David Ayres
July 7, 2011
Ricky, I miss you buddy. My thought's and prayers go out to your family. We spent alot of sweet together in C/1-66.
I love you brother. I will finaly be able to visit you this weekend.
L Neal
May 21, 2011
To the family of Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
Peggy Childers
April 24, 2011
April 7, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn:
Please accept my remembrance of Richard on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Grant Smith
May 18, 2010
My deepest sympathies go to the family of Richard Vaughn. I know that no words can help ease the pain but know that there are many people keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and that they will never be forgotten.
I just read that Richard wore a KIA bracelet for Qixing Lee. I will thank him for that when I see him on the other side. My son Tristan Smith was killed with Qixing, Sean Novak, and Moises Jazmin.
Peggy Childers
April 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn:
Remembering Richard 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
Jay Allen
February 14, 2010
Jim, I met you last night at the Desert Riviera Hotel. Larry is my former brother-in-law. I enjoyed you telling us by the fire pit about your son who loved life. May God bless you and your family. Jay Allen
Palm Springs, CA
Tess Mew
October 1, 2009
I miss you Ricky!!
Thinking of you all the time sweetie with less tears and more smiles now.
Angela Darling
September 30, 2009
My son was with your son that horrible day in Iraq. Richard was a brave young man. I will never forget him, though I did not know him. I pray for your family often. One beloved son beside another...only God knows why. May your family find peace.
Donald Mayle
June 30, 2009
To SGT Vaughn and family,
I was also a SGT in the Army serving 2 tours in Iraq with the 4th ID and you always hope that your battle buddy is as solid as you. I now work for a company that provides linguists for the troops in Iraq and Afghanistan each day we honor a fallen soldier and tommorow I will be honoring you. Your name picture will be added to our list of past honored and I will read a culmination of gathered articles I've searched all over the internet for.
Peggy Childers
April 12, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn:
Richard 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
Tess Mew
January 18, 2009
Ricky, I love you and miss you so much dude. I cant wait to meet your son. I can't believe how hard this has been. I don't know if it is because I am a mom or because every time I see your smile I always of think of Schieler too cuz you two are such dorks in such a fun way or if it is just going to always be hard. I know that I have never cried so much in my life but you know I always end it it with a smile because I know you would want that. I love you so much sweetie I think about you every day and am always sending my love to your mom and dad and CJ and Rachelle and now Ricky Jr. I am so thankful your my space is up. I learned some new things about you tonight LOL. Always with love and light Ricky
T Starman
January 16, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
Kenna Larra
November 24, 2008
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mindy c
September 7, 2008
ricky,
you are truly missed.to have been in your presence was a privelege. you may not know this but you helped me thru alot.thank you for all you did and continue to do. you were the one who gave me insight on tina and how to take carte of her. we were part of the military tribute and prayer like always at the dance hall and specifically asked for a moment of silence in your honor. you will be in our prayers. rest in peace
Kim Smith
August 29, 2008
Although I did not know Sgt. Richard A. Vaughn, I hold him and his family in my heart and prayers.
Remember when times get tough that he is looking down from heaven smiling and protecting you.
Thank You for serving to keep our country safe.
May you rest in Peace with the Lord, and your hearts heal in time.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13
Proud Wife-to-Be of a Marine in Iraq
edward carson
July 27, 2008
I returned from my first tour in Iraq back in 2004. I was a promotable E-6 and was just appointed as the Platoon Sergeant of the Vipers. Ricky was the first new soldier to replace the many guys that were finally able to ETS after the stop loss. Ricky had intrigued me from the beginning. He had a fire that drove him that I assimilated to the same fire that drove me. I originally assigned him as my Tank driver. I learned quickly that a driver he was not ( he actually made the tank airborne several times, when it was not necessary) :). He was an exceptional soldier, always eager to assume resposibility. He was a fast learner, but more importantly he was a natural leader. In my absence. he executed all guidance to the "T". He was an absolute dream of a soldier. Leading one such as him was a once in a lifetime experience. He was like the fictitional character king midas, who turned everything he touched to gold. He was my right hand man and I loved him as my brother. I think the relationship we garnered is not easily understandable to most people. When things went sour with his first marriage I was the one he entrusted to help him through it. He was a lover and a fighter....... a damn good fighter. I don't dare say that because I trained him either. He just possessed that "spark" that is rarely seen in a person. We shared so many experiences that I cannot begin to explain on this post. I apologize to Ricky's family that I have taken so long to write. After all of the conversations that Ricky and I have shared I know that he shared a mutual unconditional love with his family (which is a very big family). I have written on this page many times. I was just never satisfied with the result. Today I will actually post this message. The reason is simple, I want his family to know from a former leader of Ricky, that their loved one is a hero, but he was already a hero before his untimely death. This whole thing just ruined me inside. I wish I could have stepped in front of the fatal bullet so that Ricky could carry on his life. I wanted him to be happy, because he deserved it. He is a hero not only by his extremely brave and decisive actions leading up to his death, but by his willingness to be there in the first place. He asked me just a few weeks before the fatal incident what I thought of him reenlisting. I told him that I would never judge any decision he made. I told him that he was a natural leader and he was going to be successful no matter what career path he chose. He told me that he knew that I had made the E8 promotion list and wanted our wives to meet and to pull him into the Company that I would eventually be First Sergeant of.
Ricky,
May God hold you as his right hand man, may your family shed no more tears, may your fellow soldiers be stronger, may vengence be righteous, may all of us always remember......
I wish it were me brother. Amy and I miss you something fierce. Our baby girl was born on the 9th of May, her name is Szahvyenna Vaughn Storm Carson. I will cherish, carry, and share our memories forever.
To the Vaughn's:
a reporter from the San Diego paper has contacted me several times for a tribute. I have shared nothing with him but am willing to share every detail with all of you.
SFC(P) Edward Carson
109 Siglin Ct
FT Knox, KY 40121
254-319-8735
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 20, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Vaughn family and friends in the loss of Richard. I did not know Richard, 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. Richard 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~
July 10, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Vaughn and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 10, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Vaughn!
James Vaughn
June 12, 2008
Son, today is Thursday, it is just another Thursday. Your Mother and I are living our lives now day-to-day. We do not like to go to sleep as do we not like to wake up. Our every second is consumed with thoughts about you. To say we miss you would be an understatement!. We are trying to uphold to your request of not letting this ruin our lives but it has been beyond difficult to this point and I do not see any light at the end of the tunnel. Richard, "Mouse" We LOVE you and we MISS you! Our lives are forever changed without you. Sleep well my Son and rest.
We Love you, Dad
Jodie Goodin
June 9, 2008
ricky its Aunt Jodie I just want you to know I love & miss you very much. You are always with me. I am so proud of you and think of your bravery everyday! Love you! Aunt Jodie
My husband, my heart, my hero - Rachelle
June 3, 2008
The Ayres Family
May 16, 2008
To the Vaughn Family,
Ricky was a great man. My husband and I are sincerely sorry for your loss. Ricky is missed by everyone that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Rosacker
May 12, 2008
I just wanted to let you know that your son will never be forgotten. We remember him, he wrestled with my son Randy Rosacker. I know that nothing can be said to lighten your load, but I truly do understand your sorrow. Please take care and if I can do anything, please do not hesitate to call me.
SHERRY JO BRYANT& FAMILY
May 8, 2008
Rachelle, I am your cousin Sherry Jo in KY. EVEN THOUGH WE HAVE NEVER BEEN ABLE TO MEET IN PERSON, I WANT YOU AND RICKY'S FAMILY TO KNOW THAT WE ARE SO PROUD OF HIM!! AND THEREFOR WOULD LIKE FOR YOU TO KNOW, YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. HE MUST HAVE BEEN A REALLY GREAT PERSON,AND THIS TRAGEDY WAS NOT IN VAIN. HE MUST HAVE TRUELY LOVED WHAT HE WAS DOING, SO TRY TO REMEMBER ALL THE THINGS HE STOOD FOR. AS SO MANY DOES RIGHT BESIDE HIM! AND EVEN THOUGH WE DONT ALWAYS UNDERSTAND THE REASONS FOR LOSING SOMEONE WE LOVE SO MUCH,THE MEMORIES CAN NEVER BE TAKEN! SO FEEL COMFORT WITH IN YOURSELVES TO BELIEVE THAT GOD HIMSELF, HAND PICKED YOUR WONDERFUL RICKY AS A FLOWER TO PUT IN HIS HEAVENLY BOUQUET.TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND EACH OTHER,UNTIL WE MEET.......JUST KNOW YOU ARE ALL LOVED BY MANY.AND YOUR HERO IS OUR HERO TOO!!
In Memory of Richard ~ ( Debra Estep )
May 4, 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 Richard, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
Visit this link to hear the song.
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
Jennifer Burrows
May 3, 2008
What can be said... Ricky was a great friend, funny and always eager to laugh. The years in high school and the now will never be forgotten. My sympathies extend to the family. Know he will live in my heart as well as those who remember his sacrific. Thank You.
Serena Stapa
May 1, 2008
Rest in Peace Ricky... Know that Rachelle and your child will always be taken care of and you will always be in our prayers. Thank you for being our hero.
Brian doherty
May 1, 2008
Ricky,
It's hard for me to believe that you are really gone. I mean it seems just like yesterday we were partying it up and having a good time after we got back from our first deployment. You will be missed brother and you will not be forgotten. To Ricky's parents I know i never met you before but i do send my deepest condolences, I had the honor of serving in Iraq the first time with Ricky, he was a good friend of mine and he helped me out alot when I was going through rough times. He was and still is a good person. And to his lovely wife, I know we only got to meet and hang out a couple of times but I'm glad we did get to meet. I know how much you meant to Ricky and how happy you made him which was one of the best things that Soldier's like us need is someone we can rely on and trust and that you did so I thank you. You know if you ever need someone to talk to that I will listen and if you ever need anything DO NOT HESITATE to ask. Goodbye
Cameron Magallanes
May 1, 2008
Ricky Vaughn...
The definition of a hero. A great friend, teammate and man. The years i spent playing football at serra highschool were some of the greatest i have had. May you never be forgotten.
vanessa
April 29, 2008
Rest in peace Ricky
April 27, 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
Michael S. Terrell
April 23, 2008
to my nephew ,may you Rest in Peace:
Song For A Fallen Warrior
Into the land he has fallen
For what he believed
And stood for
But now stand no more
Into the land he fell
Where he once stood
And for What
He stood
His beliefs remain in our hearts
For it is now
That it stays
And lives
In ways
It is in his song
There is no border between us
And they are heard
His Earth is red
As is ours
And we hear him
Stretched into the sky
Not dead, just on the other side
The river has fish
The wind, air
He is inside of what is all around
And we know he is there
The Earth
Keeps speaking and singing
And we believe what she says
Is the truth
For it’s heard in our spirits
And she says it so clearly
That it can’t be misconstrued
For she’s spoken it into our hearts
And she’s sung it in our spirits
Like the warrior who went before
Who knew her voice before we knew our own
Laying in our cribs,
We heard her birds chirping,
Leaves rustling, winds blowing,
Rains soaking
Well before we heard our own words
Connie
April 22, 2008
May God bless all of you, and know that many people are praying for you in this saddest of times.
Judy Bruce
April 20, 2008
Although I did not know Ricky and do not know your family, I would like to say how sorry I am for the loss of your wonderful husband, son, brother, and soldier. I am so thankful for his service to me and this great country and will never forget his ultimate sacrifice. May God bless you all and may Ricky rest peacefully with Him until you join him.
Philip Morin
April 19, 2008
Ricky,
Thank you for walking the wall and telling all the evil in the world, that nothing will pass tonight. Your duty is done. You have touched your fellow soldiers and left a legacy that will outlive all of us. You took point again and are waiting for the rest of us to catch up. I look forward to meeting you again one day, shaking your hand and telling you how proud I am of you.
Your Uncle
Gary & Kim
April 18, 2008
We are proud & honored that we were able to attend the service for Ricky yesterday. We have known Rachelle for years and got to meet Ricky this past Christmas. The happiness they shared was evident that day! The smiles on their faces said it all. Our deepest condolences and gratitude for your sacrifice.
Noemi
April 18, 2008
Rest In Peace Ricky. You are a Hero.
Andra Trottier (Jensen)
April 18, 2008
I would like to express my deepest condolences to Ricky's wife and family. Ricky was one of my former employees at McDonald's when he was still in High School, he would always come to work with a smile on his face and determination in his heart. He is truly a HERO and I know he will be missed and remembered.
Jim & Sue Olliso
April 17, 2008
We'd like to express our deepest sympathy. How truly sorry we feel. It is hard to know what to say at times like these. We can only begin to imagine the sorrow that comes along with losing someone so close to your heart. May cherished memories bring you peace and comfort. Please know that our hearts ache in unison with yours at the loss of this young man, a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice for the values we hold so dear in America. Our thoughts are with you.
The Burks' family
April 17, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to your family for the loss of Ricky. Both of our sons wrestled and played football with him at Serra. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. From a military family, we can not honor and appreciate Ricky enough for the ultimate sacrifice he has made!
Murphy Canyon Little League
April 17, 2008
We want to express our condolances on the loss of Ricky. We remember when he played junior Div. when he was 13 and 14. He was a very good teammate to all. He will be missed.
Sharon Webber
Player agent
Murphy Canyon Little League
TIFFANY RYAN
April 17, 2008
REST IN PEACE RICKY
Genevie Lamb And Family
April 17, 2008
Sorry for the loss of your loved one . An amazing hero .
Kim Straker
April 17, 2008
Our sincere sympathy to the wife and family of this fine young man.
His years on earth were sadly few, but he seems to have made quite an impact on those who met him, and will clearly be missed, not least for the sense of humour mentioned by so mny of his friends and army buddies. We wish you the best in the days and weeks ahead, and hope that the love and support of those around you will be of some comfort in difficult times.
Charles Denton And Family
April 16, 2008
God bless this hero .Condolences to the family of this amazing man .
Cody and Emily CRAVENS (COUSINS)
April 16, 2008
Our hero .
Joe Statom
April 16, 2008
Rest in peace .
Jordan Johnson
April 16, 2008
May the memories of this hero bring you comfort .Sorry for the loss of your loved one .
Jesse Tuggle Family
April 16, 2008
He lived the life our lord would be pleased with . '' Our Hero ''
Brittanie Nave
April 16, 2008
A hero to us all .
Linda Nave
April 16, 2008
My deepest sympathy .
Tiffanie Johnson
April 16, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charlie Denton And Family
April 16, 2008
May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow .
Greg Denton And Family
April 16, 2008
I express my deepest sympathy .
Jonathan Denton And Family
April 16, 2008
My thoughts are with you all.
Bob Gohsler and Family
April 16, 2008
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. You have always been a caring, giving family who have now given the ultimate gift to our country. Ricky is a true hero to all of us. May God bless you with a special strength and comfort during this most difficult time.
SFC Timothy Fowler
April 16, 2008
I can not express my sorrows for SGT Vaughn. I was his recruiter and I am very proud to have known this HERO who I called freind. I don't believe I can ever apologize enough. He will be truly missed.
Sandra Lake
April 16, 2008
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Ricky's family and his wife, Rachelle.
Christina Griffin
April 16, 2008
My deepest sympathies to all of Ricky's loved ones. To Ricky's parents, my thoughts are with you and I pray God gives you the strength to endure the pain you must feel.
Stephen Stone
April 15, 2008
My condolences for the loss of Richard. Richard will remain in our hearts here at Serra
Alicia Michek
April 15, 2008
Many thoughts and prayers are with you in these times.
Bobby Statom
April 15, 2008
Sorry for the loss of this brave soldier . My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this hero .
Angie (Statom) Burchfield And Family
April 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a brave soldier and a hero to us all.
Jason Dailey and Family
April 15, 2008
Our hero .
Melissa Dailey and Family
April 15, 2008
I want to give my sympathy to the family of Ricky .My prayers go out to you all.
Dwaina (Sutton ) Tuggle Family
April 15, 2008
I express my deepest sympathy .
DWAIN AND CONNIE SUTTON
April 15, 2008
May memories bring you comfort . Your in our prayers. Our hero .
Carrie (Sutton) Thomas
April 15, 2008
MY heart goes out to all of you and in the days ahead .
Brenda and Donnie Siler
April 15, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers . Ricky was a true hero .
STACY CRAVENS (COUSIN)
April 15, 2008
Your loved one has left behind a thousand moments that will live in your hearts forever . Please know,at this difficult time that you are in so many thoughts and prayers. May god comfort each and everyone of you and give you strength . Ricky represented his country well and a hero to us all .
RAy And Esteline Noe
April 15, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time .
Hester Creech
April 15, 2008
MY heart goes out to Richards wife (my niece ), his family , and friends . Your in my thoughts and prayers .
Tommy Bugg And Family
April 15, 2008
The family of richard is in my prayers . I express my deepest sympathy .
Maurice And Brenda BRYANT
April 14, 2008
Sorry for the loss of your loved one.
SHERRY AND KYLE BRYANT
April 14, 2008
My condolences are with you all as you go through this tough time .
Irene Nunn
April 14, 2008
Sorry for the loss of your loves one .
WALTER AND EARLENE BRYANT
April 14, 2008
Our sympathy to the family .
JOHN AND JOYCE BRYANT
April 14, 2008
Rest in peace . Our condolences to the family .
JACKIE SHAY COMBS AND FAMILY
April 14, 2008
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your loved one .
MILDRED JOHNSON
April 14, 2008
My prayers go out to the Vaughn family .
JOHNNY BRYANT AND FAMILY
April 14, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow .
REV. BILLY BRYANT AND FAMILY
April 14, 2008
May the angels lead you into the kingdom of heaven .
Shirley Watrous
April 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Jennie. I am so sorry for your loss.
Aunt Mildred (Bryant ) Dailey
April 14, 2008
Rest in peace .
Pat & Pam O'Donohoe
April 14, 2008
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Rickey. We feel your grief and pain. Our son, SPC Justin O'Donohoe, was killed in Afghanistan in May, 2006. His mother and I know full well that no words can ease the pain and all the good intentions and wishes don't make the grief more bearable. We hope that you, like us, can draw comfort in the knowledge that our sons were crusaders in a righteous cause and were doing exactly what they wanted to be doing with their lives when the time came for them to be called away from us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult of times.
"And they who for their country die
Shall fill an honored grave,
For glory lights the soldier's tomb,
And beauty weeps the Brave."
Justin Stratten
April 14, 2008
Ricky, you will be terribly missed by all. I thank you for serving this great country. Those who have fought for freedom have a different taste of freedom than those who have not. You my friend have paid the ultimate price for all our freedoms. We ALL will be in great debt and graditude for your service and time here as a good human being. Thank you my fellow war brother.
Beverly M
April 14, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
madison buckholtz
April 14, 2008
We will always remeber how he put a smile on everyones face.
He loved his friends and family and he always wanted his family to be safe. We will always remeber him.
We love you Ricky
April 14, 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)
Karla Stratten
April 14, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss. I was blessed to watch Ricky grow up from a teenager into a great young man. I believe God has a special place for those like Ricky who gave their all for what they believed in like he did.
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