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for Aaron Ward
Larry Young
May 6, 2025
Dear Mrs. Ward - it´s May 6th and I am remembering Aaron again. Aaron was killed just a week before I was due to come home. In fact, I had extended for an extra few weeks to complete a mission. I had been in Iraq for almost a year. Although we lost other young Soldiers and Marines (too many) during my time there, Aaron´s death - just before I would be coming home - struck me. I guess perhaps his death recalled all the others. I have been struggling to give myself permission to allow this pain and guilt into my heart. I´m not sure I can. My son turned eighteen this year. He was only a few months old when I left for the desert. I simply cannot imagine the depth of your loss. I will continue to remember your son. May God keep you, and all of Aaron´s loved ones close.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Iraq Veteran
A Grateful American
May 1, 2024
Remembering your sacrifice.
May God bless your family with comfort, peace and courage.
Larry Young
April 28, 2024
Mrs. Ward, I am remembering Aaron, especially today. I am forever grateful for his service and his (and your) sacrifice. Please know that you remain in my prayers. May he rest in peace.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
A Grateful American
May 29, 2023
Remembering your service and sacrifice. You are not forgotten. May your family receive peace, comfort and strength from our Heavenly Father.
You will not be forgotten.
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Joshua Cummings
May 7, 2023
Rest easy my friend! Thank you for your service to our Country, we are all forever in debt to your family!
Larry Young
May 6, 2023
Dear Mrs. Ward,
It's May 6th and I am thinking of Aaron today. At a loss for words to share, I pray that you will find some measure of comfort in the words of Laurence Binyon on this day:
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
As always - my God bless and keep you and all of Aaron's loved ones close. Please know that you all remain in my prayers.
With great respect,
Larry Young
Iraq veteran.
Angie
December 27, 2022
May your family be blessed.
Larry Young
December 26, 2022
Dear Mrs. Ward,
Another Christmas has come and gone, and I am remembering your son and his sacrifice. Please know that you, and all of Aaron's family remain in my prayers - especially at this time of year. My own children are growing up (too fast) - and my son, who was a newborn when I went to Iraq, is now almost 16. I continue to pray that he and his older sisters will have the same courage that Aaron embodied - up to his last day. May God bless and keep you close.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Joshua Cummings
May 28, 2022
I´ll never forget you Aaron! I was there that day! You will always be remembered and never forgotten.
Rest easy
GySgt Cummings USMC 3/4 India Co.
Brian Cpl. USMC
May 24, 2022
Ward just like every year I will see you again on Monday May 30. Miss you brother.
Gary Tolle
May 24, 2022
Hey kid, As always I´m thinking of you and missing you, wondering what your life would be like now and knowing all that you´ve missed out on just makes me angry and takes me back to that day. I sure love and miss you Aaron.
Grateful
May 23, 2022
You are being remembered this Memorial Day, 05.30.22.
I continue to pray for your family. Your courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten!
Larry Young
May 6, 2022
Dear Mrs. Ward - it's May 6th and I'm remembering your son's sacrifice again this year. Please know that you and all of Aaron's family remain in my prayers. May God bless and keep you, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Larry Young
March 18, 2022
Dear Mrs. Ward,
I am remembering Aaron again today. I wanted to let you know that I wrote an essay about your son, that was published in the Winter 2022 issue of 'Rotor Review' - which is a quarterly periodical of the Naval Helicopter Association (a veteran's group that I belong to). I hope that's okay - I wrote about how your son's sacrifice has impacted others - especially me - and about how it has inspired me to be a better man. I remain humbled by Aaron's courage and his decision to serve, knowing he would end up in harm's way. May God continue to bless and keep you, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Susan Riddle
May 31, 2021
To the Family of Pfc. Aaron J. Ward,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Aaron.
I am so very thankful that he had the courage and fortitude to serve in our military forces.
I pray for you to have peace and remember all the good times together.
I will continue to lift your family up in prayer for comfort, courage, strength, hope, joy and happiness.
Know that Aaron's sacrifice will not be forgotten!
Larry Young
April 29, 2021
Mrs. Ward - I just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of Aaron again, especially at this time of year. I won't ever forget his sacrifice - and yours. I am eternally thankful for the example he gave to the rest of us. In a literal sense - he protected me, when we were in Iraq. My words can never measure up, but please know that you and the rest of Aaron's family remain in my prayers. May God bless you and keep you close, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
CDR, USN (Ret)
Larry Young
January 6, 2021
Dear Mrs Ward,
Another Christmas and New Year has come and gone. I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for Aaron's service and for his example. My own children are growing up too fast. My oldest is now 19 - the same age as Aaron when we lost him. She is asking me about my own service, and honestly, I'm at a loss to explain it very well - especially when I consider the sacrifice of others - like Aaron. About all I can think to say is how grateful I am that young men and women like your son stepped up when so many others did not - knowing full well the risk of going into harm's way. I remain humbled. May Aaron rest in peace, and may God bless and keep you always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Gabriel Figueroa
May 6, 2020
Hi, my name is Gabriel F and I live across Aaron Ward park in San Jacinto CA that was named in your honor. Although we have never met, your story and sacrifice moved me. I place american flags around the park stone with your name every year, during Veteran's day, Memorial day, your birthday, and the anniversary of your death to honor you. Thank you Aaron, for your courage and passion. You will not be forgotten, Aaron Ward, as i will continue to share your story as i know it, to our neighbors and friends in San Jacinto, CA.
Larry Young
April 28, 2020
Dear Mrs. Ward,
Remembering your son, Aaron, today. As always, I am thankful for the example he set for all of us. The world has changed since that fateful May day in 2008. I think that at times like this, our world today could use more examples like him. Thank you for raising a son with the courage to do what he did for the rest of us. And my God continue to bless and keep you and all of Aaron's family.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Isabel Jimenez
January 11, 2020
Never met you, but I do know from meeting your mom, your aunt and your sister that you were one amazing young man. Brave as can be. Loving and willing to do what you had to for your country. For thos I thank you. RIP sweet angel. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.
Elaine West
January 8, 2020
Thinking of You Aaron. A New Year in Heaven must be priceless! Happy New Year dear friend. You are what was great in this world, our brave HERO. We will NEVER FORGET YOU SOLDIER! Thank You for my freedom. Rest in Heavenly Peace.
Love You Aaron
Elaine West
Proud Navy Mom
Larry Young
January 7, 2020
Dear Ms. Ward,
I meant to leave a note here weeks ago. Christmas has come and gone. The holidays are winding down now. I'm sorry for my tardiness. My words are poor consolation. I wanted to let you know that I still think of Aaron, and remember his sacrifice. Please know that you and all of Aaron's family remain in my prayers. May God bless and keep you, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Commander, USN (Retired)
Angie Fore
May 15, 2019
Remembering Aaron Ward. HAPPY BIRTHDAY HERO.
Larry Young
May 14, 2019
Ms. Ward,
I'm sorry that I'm late this year. Wanted you to know that I'm remembering Aaron at different times throughout the year. Anyway - just wanted you to know I was remembering him again. I missed his birthday - sorry. No excuse. My own kids are growing. Oldest is just a few years younger than when he was in Iraq with us. I still pray that that my children will grow to have the same courage that Aaron had. And you remain in my prayers, now and always. May God keep you always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Charlie Gili
November 4, 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 hometown of Aaron J. Ward 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, 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
Elaine West
May 9, 2018
Thinking of You Aaron, Our Brave American Hero. I Salute You for your Courage and Sacrifice. You are not forgotten.
Larry Young
April 28, 2018
Mrs. Ward,
May God bless and keep you always - but especially on this day. Please know that you remain in my prayers. I am forever thankful for your son's example to us. Truly there is no greater love than to lay down one's life for a friend. Over these past few years as I've had an opportunity to reflect on Aaron's sacrifice - I've wondered if perhaps I, too can lay down my own life for others - by living for others and making the world a better place, one person at a time. Thank you, Mrs. Ward, for raising a son who has helped me to understand this through my own prayerful reflection.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Angie Fore
May 8, 2017
Dear Ms. Ward, I'm late getting this to you. Words can not express how deeply sorry I am for the loss of your son. I will hold you in my heart today and on Sunday May 14th, 2017. Your loving son will always be a true AMERICAN HERO to all of us but in your eyes I know and I feel your pain sweetheart he will always be your sweet baby boy. May God give you peace in knowing you have our love and our support in prayer. Always Angie
Larry Young
May 7, 2017
Dear Mrs. Ward,
I'm late with my notice this year - but wanted you to know that I'm thinking of Aaron - especially at this time. Again - you and the rest of his family remain in my prayers. May God bless and keep you, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Elaine West
May 6, 2017
You are never forgotten Aaron. With us in spirit forever, Our Brave American Hero.
❤
Kathi Poppert
May 6, 2017
Aaron you are always in my heart and my thoughts, I love you and miss you like crazy!
Today is the day our family was torn apart forever, never to be the same! You are so very loved & missed , knowing your with God and with us in everything we do brings a little peace.
I love your face
Aunt Kathi
Jen
May 6, 2017
We love you Aaron!
Debbie Ward
May 5, 2017
I just hope you no how much I miss you Aaron
I love you so much , this day may / 06 / was the worst day of my life . Part of my HEART died with you
This day does not get any easier, I just want you BACK I want to kiss and hug you again so
badly. It's been 9 years now but it never never
STOP HURTING I just love ❤ and miss you so much
Aaron. You are the best SON anyone could ever ask for. I sure hope that your with me please let me see your face again let me know that your around SON
I really need to no... I Love ❤ You to the SKY and back. Very Proud Mom
Kathi Poppert
December 25, 2016
Merry Christmas my sweet nephew , I love you and I miss you so much , you are so very missed my all of us.
Your Sister and your 4 nieces and of course the one that loves you more than anything
Debbie Ward
December 25, 2016
Debbie Ward
December 25, 2016
Aaron it's that time of Year again,and it's not my Favorite. I miss you so much that it hurts my heart Christmas is just not the same without you,now Sammie's not here first Christmas with out the Grandkids,the Navy moved them to Virginia Beach.
I sure hope that your not going to be mad at me your Dad and I are going to be moving closer to your Sister.Aaron I no you are going to be with me there. I sure would love ❤ to Kiss and hug you just one more time. I miss your Face and your Hugs . I just no one of these days I will be able to see you and hug you and kiss you again.Merry Christmas my ANGEL
Kathi Poppert
November 22, 2016
I love you Aaron, and I really miss you.
I know you are watching over all of us so do me a favor and send me a hug
Love your face
Aunt Kathi ❤❤❤
Larry Young
April 29, 2016
Dear Mrs. Ward,
I wanted to let you know that I reminded of Aaron often, but especially at this time of year. Please know that you remain in my prayers, and that I'll hang that black streamer from my flag on May 6th - in his honor.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Maadiah Riess
April 29, 2016
Hi Kid,
Happy 27th Birthday! Miss you so much, not a day goes by that I don't think of you and your family. They are always in my prayers!!
Angie Fore
April 29, 2016
Happy belated birthday Aaron. God bless. Say hello to Adam and Garrett. They are my Marines standing guard up in heaven with you. Never forgotten
April 29, 2016
Happy late birthday Aaron .... I think you so much for your service and highly appreciated it .... much love Stephanie R.I.P.
Uncle Gary
April 28, 2016
Hey kid,
Just wanted to tell you happy 27th birthday, you are always on our mind and we wish you were here with us. I love and miss you dearly Aaron.
April 28, 2016
Happy Birthday to our sweet Aaron. We miss you so much and always will.
Love,
Grandma & Grandpa
Kathi
April 28, 2016
Happy birthday my sweet nephew, I miss you more than ever, I love your face.
Debbie Ward
April 28, 2016
Aaron my Angel,
I just can't believe it's been 8 years, I miss you so much.
You are 27 years old today I close my eyes and I see this little baby Boy oh how I would love to have that time back, I just think of things that I could have done differently so that this would not have happened to you ,Aaron you deserved so much more out of your life and you got cheated .. I think of you everyday ,I still can here you saying to me Mom just pray I come back. Iam so sorry Aaron maybe I did not pray hard enough but I asked God everyday to please watch over you and please don't let anything happen to you . Well I guess he did not hear me . I just want to HUG and give that handsome face a big KISS, I need to see you Aaron I just MISS you so MUCH, I just was not done being your MOM. Aaron I don't understand why this had to happen. Just thank God for SAMANTHA and those 4 little GIRLS,they saved my life and they do everyday I don't think they even no how much they do for me.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY ANGEL ❤
27
I sure wish you were here to enjoy
This day with us all....
I miss you more and more everyday ,I love you so much that my heart hurts everyday for you . ❤❤❤❤❤
I LOVE YOU TO THE SKY
AND BACK
Your very proud MOM
Jen
March 10, 2016
I still hate that your gone. I think about you all the time.
A. F.
January 27, 2016
I came to learn about PFC Aaron J. Ward on Sgt.Adam Cann's USMC guest book page today while just going back over loving things people had to say about Adam, and what drew me in was the picture. The loving words left for Adam were from "Gary Tolle" Aaron's uncle. Thank you so much Gary for caring enough to think about our Adam. I would like to say to Aaron's mother that I know the pain will never go away and the hole in your heart will never fill up but you should know this and hopefully it will give you some sort of comfort. All of us and you know who I am talking about when I say all of us, are here as a unit together for you. Aaron lived 19 years. He gave 19 years of love, laughter and joy. He died 1 day. Celebrate those 19 years instead of suffering the 1 day for the rest of your life. Aaron loved life to the fullest just as Adam and the best we can do is to pay that forward with living life the way they loved it. God Bless you and your family. A great big SALUTE PFC AARON J. WARD. I am so very sorry for the loss to this family.
Merry Christmas my sweet Aaron, I love your face. Aunt Kathi
Kathi Poppert
December 25, 2015
Debbie Ward
November 21, 2015
Good morning my Angel
Well it's that time of Year again, Thanksgiving and Christmas I just don't like them anymore . I miss you so much Aaron , I don't think that I will ever understand why this had to happen to you. Are family will never be hole again and I no I will never be truly 100 percent happy anymore. I just want you BACK that would be the best Christmas ever.
Christmas is so hard for me it was the last time we spent time together. Aaron I try so hard to be Happy,it just won't happen.
Think God for your Sister and those Grandbaby's , your Dad try's real hard to get me happy this time of year. He puts up all his Christmas Lights,just like he always does. Well my Angel I will see you in my DREAMS. I LOVE YOU TOO THE MOON AND BACK....
YOUR
MOM
Kathi
November 11, 2015
I love you and miss you like crazy my sweet nephew, every day every thought you are there! I can still hear your voice so clear saying " hey aunt Kathi" it puts a smile on my face, l love you Aaron happy Veterans Day honey! Tell God to make it a special day for you all...
WEST Family
October 13, 2015
Rest in Peace Our Brave American Hero.
October 13, 2015
Thinking of You today Aaron, Yes, on the Navy's 240th Birthday. I wrote a prayer for your Navy buddy Jared and I thought of You Soldier. We miss you and think of You lots Aaron. I know you are doing well, cause there's no place like our real home above. BTW: Your Mom and I will be having lunch soon and I look so forward to spending sometime with her. I will definitely give her a few big hugs for You. Also, I want to thank you for watching over my Sailor, please keep watching. Being TAD, standing watch with his gun and rifle really scares the poop outta me. He is doing exactly what you loved doing and that makes me think of you even more. We love ya Aaron, Our Brave American Hero, until we meet again, we are together in spirit.
Gary Tolle
September 12, 2015
Hey kid, thought I'd write a quick note to you. It's been awhile since I've written anything on here but I think about you every day and talk to you often. I sure wish that you were still with us but I know you're in a better place and that you're always looking over us. Your mom, dad and sister are doing well, at least the best they can without you. I Love you and know that I will see you again one day. Uncle G
Jennifer Symonds
September 12, 2015
Love you Aaron miss you!
Debbie Ward
September 11, 2015
Aaron,
Just setting at work today and can't get you off my mind. I just miss you so much sure wish that I could put my arms around you and give you a big hug and kiss that little round face of your that I loved so much.. You will never be forgotten half of my HEART went with you MY ANGEL, I just want you BACK, My life is so lost without you think God for your Sister she's always there to listen to me when I need to talk about you witch is a lot it must be so hard on her.She misses you so much her last little girl she named after you Kimberlynn Aaron Daye.she sure is a good mommy to those 4 Girls .
Well my SON I hope to see you soon . I sure hope you're around me all the time. I love you too the sky and back Your
Mom
The West Family West
May 7, 2015
We will never forget our dinner night before flying off to bootcamp. Rest in Peace Our Brave American Hero. We miss You Aaron.
Elaine West
May 7, 2015
Your buddy, Jared and I miss You. Rest in Peace Aaron. We will never forget YOU Our Brave American Hero.
Larry Young
April 30, 2015
Mrs. Ward,
Wanted to let you know that I've been remembering your son - especially this week. I can't seem to forget - nor do I want to forget - his sacrifice. I am reminded that perhaps the best way I can honor what he did - is to be the best father, the best husband, and the best friend to others that I can be. I wish that you did not have to suffer so. Please know that you and Aaron's family remain in my prayers.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Commander, USN (Ret)
April 28, 2015
Happy 26th Birthday my sweet nephew, I love you and I miss you like crazy,
Love your face.
Aunt Kathi
April 10, 2015
My precious grandson, It has been along time since I wrote to you. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you, I miss you so much. The other day Grandpa and I were talking about something funny you did and it made us so happy. I never heard you say a negative thing about anybody. You were always so sweet and kind. I miss you everyday of my life. I miss your big hugs!
I love you, Gma
Debbie Ward
February 3, 2015
Hello my angel
I Miss you so much Aaron ever day my heart hurts for you .
I just want you back this never going to get easier, I don't understand why people say that..it's not ture
I Miss you more and more everyday.
I LOVE YOU TO THE
SKY AND BACK
XOXOXO
kathi poppert
January 19, 2015
My sweet nephew, I love you And I really miss you a lot. Not a day passes by that I don't think of you, or see your big smile. I love your face!
Love aunt Kathi
Gary Tolle
January 18, 2015
Hey Aaron, its been awhile since I've written on your page but as you know it does not mean I don't think of you daily. It's amazing how time goes so quickly, it still hurts as if you left us yesterday and yet it will be 7 yrs in May. I still feel your presence around us and know that you are watching over the family and knowing we will all see you again one day makes the pain of missing you just a little more bearable. I love and miss you so much kid, Uncle Gary
Larry Young
December 29, 2014
Mrs. Ward,
Remembering your son at this time - especially. Please know that you and all of Aaron's family remain in my prayers. May God bless and keep you, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
CDR, USN (Ret)
Elaine West
May 17, 2014
I Salute You AARON on this Armed Forces Day! Thank You for my freedom.
Kathi
May 10, 2014
I love you Aaron
Aunt Kathi
Alex Pickett
May 6, 2014
I think of Aaron often and most especially during this time. He had so much heart and bravado in Ft. Lewis, he loved the MP corp. I admire his commitment and will continue to remember him.
Larry Young
April 29, 2014
Mrs. Ward,
Just wanted to drop you a note to let you know that I still think of your son. Please know that you and all of Aaron's family are in my prayers. All of us will be forever indebted to him for what he gave for us. I wish I could say something to alleviate your grief. May God bless and keep you always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Debbie Ward
April 28, 2014
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY AARON,
25 years ago today I became your Mother and that was one of the best times in my life.you were the cutes little 5 pound baby boy I ever seen,I watched you grow into such a good young Man.Aaron you were such a good SON,Brother,Grandson and Friend.
I miss you so much,the funny things you did and would say, I just hope you no how much I love you and how Proud iam of you.
Just remember I love you to the sky and back.I just miss you so much that it makes my heart hurt,I love you and miss you sooooo much. I just want you back Aaron......
Proud Mom of
Pfc Aaron Joseph Ward
April 28, 2014
Happy birthday my sweet Aaron ??????, I love and miss more than ever!
I love your face,
Aunt Kathi ??????
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas my sweet nephew, I miss you so much, I wish you were here with us were you belong, I know your celebrating Jesus's birthday today with god, in our hearts you will be with us today and every day. I love your face!
Aunt Kathi
Jen
December 4, 2013
Missing you cousin!
Debbie Ward
December 3, 2013
Well my angle,
It's that time of year again,My heart still hurts so bad ,you should be home with your family,it's just not the same with out you and it never will be again.I try so hard to be happy but it is so hard with just 1/2 a Heart..Your Dad is trying so hard to keep a smiley on my face and on my heart.I no this time of year is so very heard for Him also...the hole family miss's you so much....
We are so proud of you Aaron J"..
I love you to the sky and back
And I no you no that
Xxxxxx Oooooo
MOM
August 28, 2013
Aaron I was thinking about you today and how very much I miss you. Grandpa and I talk about you a lot, the funny things you used to do or say. I love you a lot. Gma
JEN
June 21, 2013
AARON I miss you so much! Love you buddy!
Ron Tolle
May 18, 2013
I Love you my Grandson. Take good care of my dog Love Grandpa
Elaine West
May 7, 2013
We Love ya Aaron. We Will Never Forget the Sacrifices You Made for Our Freedom. We Will See You Again our Brave Warrior. You are with us in Spirit. I Salute You.
Alex Pickett
May 6, 2013
I will never forget the enthusiasm you had for the Army, MP Corp and life. It felt like you had just left Fort Lewis when I received the news. It was hard to hear and think of that day often. However, I find comfort that you gave your all for something you believed in, surrounded by friends and brothers in arms. I will continue to pray for your family and resolute in my commitment never to forget you.
Ronald Tolle
May 1, 2013
Happy birthday AAron, now you're 24 year years old. They say you are a man now, but you were man the day you put that uniform on. I really miss you. I miss all the talks we used to have and some of the funny things you used to do. I remember the times you spend night over with grandma and I. You were a lot of help to me and grandma and we really miss. I love you and I so damn proud of you. I sure hope this message goes straight to heaven to you. Well I am going to go my boy.
Love grandpa
Larry Young
April 28, 2013
Dear Mrs. Ward,
Just wanted to drop a short note here – to let you know that I think if your son often. I retired from active duty last Summer, after 26 years of service. I was thinking about how, when I enlisted – we were not at war, engaged in an overseas conflict, fighting terrorism. It gives me pause to think about how Aaron, who came into the Army when he did, at the height of the Iraq conflict - with the knowledge that he could end up in harm's way. And yet he came when his country called him. I would like to think that I had the same level of maturity and courage when I was that age – but I'm not so sure. It wasn't until almost twenty years later that I learned what it means to truly serve. And of course, I can never fully appreciate his (and your) sacrifice. Please know that you remain in my prayers. I'll be flying that black streamer on my flag on May 6th. May God bless and keep you, always.
Very respectfully,
Larry Young
Commander, USN (Retired)
April 28, 2013
Happy Birthday my sweet grandson. I miss you so much and will forever, I miss that big smile of yours and hearing you call me gma! Cody and Kyle call me gma sometimes and that makes me feel good and always makes me think of you. I love you and miss you always. The tree you and Cody planted in our backyard is doing great! I really miss you!! Love, Gma
DEBBIE WARD
April 28, 2013
WELL HEAR WE ARE AGAIN IT YOUR BIRTHDAY 24 I JUST CAN'T BELEAVE YOU HAVE BEEN GON FOR FIVE YEARS.MY HEART HURTS LIKE IT WAS JUST YESTERDAY AARON THAT IS NEVER GOING TO GO AWAY,WELL IT WILL WHEN I GET TO SEE YOU AGAIN,I JUST WANT TO HUG YOU AND GIVE THAT FACE THAT I LOVE SO MUCH THE BIGEST KISS.. THIS IS ALL WRONG AARON I WAS TO GO BEFOR YOU.YOUR KIDS DON'T GO FIRST..IF I COULD TRADE PLACES WITH YOU, I WOULD DO IT SO FAST..I JUST MISS YOU SO MUCH AARON THAT THAT MY HEART HURTS ALL THE TIME,YOUR DAD CALLED TO SEE IF I WAS DOING OK THAT WAS SO NICE OF HIM.. WELL MY AARON YOU JUST NEVER FORGET THAT I LOVE YOU TO THE SKY AND BACK......
VERY PROUD MOM
OF AARON JOSEPH WARD
Kathi
April 28, 2013
Happy 24th birthday my sweet nephew, I'm not gonna say anything sad today because this is your special day, so I think of your smile and your laughter, as it warms my heart I will smile with you, because in my heart is where you will never leave.
Forever I love your face!
Aunt Kathi
Gary Tolle
April 27, 2013
Hey kid, sorry its been a while since I've written on here, it just really breaks my heart every time I write in here, its just a reminder that your no longer with us. As you already know I think of you each and everyday and know that your watching over us all. It all seems so unreal to me that you are no longer here and feels like you've just been on a long deployment. Tomorrow is your 24th Birthday so I think Happy Birthday is in order, but to me You are Forever Young. I think I'm always going to think of you as that little boy with huge glasses, a ton of questions and always one of the most pleasant smiles I've even seen. Well Aaron, Happy Birthday! I sure do miss you and love you so much and wish everyday that you could be with us, until later, Uncle G
Nicole Vela
March 22, 2013
I was Aaron's teacher for 11th grade U.S. History. I just found out about his death recently while searching the internet. I'm so sorry for the family's loss. He was such a nice kid...always worked hard...and so focused on his goals. My heart goes out to you. Thank you Aaron for your service. May you find peace resting with the angels in heaven.
Grandma
March 18, 2013
Hi Honey, I miss you so much Aaron! There isn't a day that goes by that your not on my mind. I miss seeing your beautiful smile.
Debbie Ward
March 17, 2013
My Son I miss you so much,Your birthday is just around the corner 24 .I just wish that I could see you ,I want to give you a big hug and kiss. I just want to be with you Aaron ,I just don't understand why this had to happen..... I love you to the sky and back honey......
PROUD MOM OF
PFC .AARON J WARD
Ron Tolle
March 16, 2013
Hi I miss you a lot my boy. Cody was over and we talked about the time you and I and Cody went fishing, and I let you drive the boat. Some reason you thought we were in a race and we shot across that lake like a bat out of hell. I remember all the little talks we used to have. I am so proud of you. I love you a lot grandson.
Love grandpa
Kathi
March 16, 2013
I love and miss you!
Love Aunt Kathi
California Gold Star Parents Honor and Remembrance Event (Feb. 2013 in San Francisco)
Debbi Dresser
March 14, 2013
Hi Aaron...Just a quick note to let you know I was thinking of you today. As you know I was at the California Gold Star Parents Honor and Remembrance Event in February. We saw your table but never got to meet your parents. Hopefully next year.
Cpl Brian Aguilar USMC
March 13, 2013
Ward, you were a good friend and I think of that horrible day often. You are dearly missed to all of us with 4 Echo, I know we will never have that drink we always talked about while in Hit but one day we'll see each other again and the pints will be on me.
Kathi
December 24, 2012
Hi my sweet nephew, I love you and I really miss you a lot, it's Christmas Eve again, it's so empty with out you here with us, I know your always with us but its just not the same. I had a dream about you the other night, you were standing there and you told me you loved me and that you were doing fine and you were happy and that you missed me, I woke up sad but with a smile because I saw your beautiful face that I love. You also told me Sami was having a boy and she should name him Garrett. Haha I agree with you I like the name Garrett! I love your face Aaron and I miss every day, forever my favorite !
Your Aunt Kathi... Aka chalupa !
Debbie Ward
December 23, 2012
Hello to my SON
I miss you so much , It's Christmas again it makes me so sad ....Christmas is just not the same anymore with out you...I miss your face so much ,I miss the I love you's ,I miss the hugs you gave me.My XMAS wish would be to see you again so that I could get one of the great hugs that you gave me,and I would love to give you a big hug and a Kiss..Aaron you no that I love you to the sky and back....I just don't like this time of year it was the last time I spent with you..
Proud MoM of
Aaron j Ward
Xxxxxx oooooo
Gary Tolle
November 22, 2012
Hey Kid happy turkey day, I think of you often but even more so today on Thanksgiving. I am very thankful for the time we got to spend with you though it was cut way to short. You are always in my thoughts, I love and miss you very much! Uncle G
Jeannie Tolle
November 21, 2012
The holidays are starting again. Not a very good time for any of us anymore. You are missed so much Aaron. It just doesn't get any easier. I love you so much. Grandma
Debbie Ward
November 18, 2012
Hello my angel
Well it's that time of year approaching again,The holidays it's the worst time of the year for me ,This year seems to be real hard on me.I miss you so much my heart hurts so much.I just want to be with you,so that I can hug you and see that FACE and give you a big kiss ...Aaron I just miss everything about you .I think about you everyday. I just want to see you SON..
Just always remember this,
I LOVE YOU TO THE SKY AND BACK...
Proud mom of
Pfc Aaron J Ward
Jeannie Tolle
September 9, 2012
I miss you so much Aaron. I can close my eyes and see your beautiful smile that I miss. Love you, Grandma
September 4, 2012
Miss you kid. love Grandpa
Maadiah Riess/Muth
August 31, 2012
Thinking of you kid!!
DEBBIE WARD
August 20, 2012
Aaron I love you to the sky and back.... I miss you so much. I wish that i could give you a big hug and kiss that face.....
MOM
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