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William Hasenflu Obituary

38-year-old soldier from Bradenton who had served three previous tours of duty in the Middle East died Sunday in Afghanistan after his unit was ambushed by enemy forces, the Department of Defense said Monday. The military says the death of U.S. Sgt. William E. Hasenflu, a 101st Airborne Division soldier, is under investigation. Hasenflu had a personality that could light up a room, said his mother, Jane Mann of Bradenton. "Everybody gravitated toward him," Mann said. "People just loved to be around him." Mann said she is flying to Cadiz, Ky., this week to be with her son's widow, Judith Corbeau-Hasenflu, and their daughters, Savannah, Ashley and Veronica. The family lives near Fort Campell, Ky. Survivors also include Hasenflu's father, Earl Hasenflu of Sarasota.

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Published by TBO.com from Sep. 30 to Oct. 5, 2008.

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Judith Hasenflu

April 6, 2023

Wish I could talk to you.

Adrian

September 28, 2021

Flu, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. It's hard to believe it's been 13 years since you were taken from this world, but I can remember our last conversation just like it was yesterday. I love you brother, and I wish I could have done more, and for that I am eternally sorry.

Joseph Senn

June 17, 2020

I still think about Flu on the regular. A hell of a leader, with room temp mountain dew tucked under his rack. My late condolences to his family, know that he, nor the circumstances of his death, will ever be forgotten

Walt Butler

September 17, 2018

Hello, a banner of Sgt. Hasenflu hangs along Main Street in the small town of Butler, PA. As I was waiting at a traffic light I saw Bill's picture. I googled his name and was lead to this site. I'm saddened to hear of his loss. I was touched by all the condolences left as tribute. I pray that God eases the pain of all he left behind. Bill will be waiting for you in God's own perfect kingdom where eternity awaits us all. God bless you all.

Neil Walsh

December 15, 2015

To a great mentor. One that will last in my memory forever. You are still greatly missed. Will see you on fiddlers green in the end brother keep that canteen of whiskey full we have a lot to catch up on

May 28, 2013

In memory and honor of Sgt William Hasenflu and the sacrifice that he made.

December 30, 2012

It is so hard to believe that Five Christmas`es, have gone, with out him,always in my thoughts. God Bless you Son, and keep you, and watch over your Wife, and Girls, Love Ya, Miss Ya!

Kevin Spencer

June 1, 2012

I deployed with Sgt. Hansenflu to Bagram Airfield with the 805th Military Police Company from August 2003 to May 2004. He was one squared away solider. He and I got along great, I had a nickname for him, Sgt. Haagen Dazs! I am sorry he is not with us anymore. He was a hard charger and a damn good man.

Peggy Childers

September 29, 2011

To the family and friends of Sgt. William Hasenflu:
Please accept my remembrance of William on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Stephen Johnson

August 15, 2011

You helped me so much during our deployment to Iraq, you were an amazing soldier and a better friend. You will always be in my thoughts. Love you brother

Samantha Fletcher

May 13, 2011

Bill here it is another year later and you are always on our minds.. We Miss you.. Fletch misses you! Always on our hearts and forever in our Mind.. RIP BILL

Mary

May 10, 2011

Bill,
You're always in our thoughts. Love and Miss you, Dad and Mary

Judith Hasenflu

September 28, 2010

Thank you everyone for your kind words.
Bill my love I miss & love you very much!
love your wife always & forever!

Judith Hasenflu

September 28, 2010

love you Bill, miss you lots!
love your wife Judith
always & forever

Peggy Childers

September 28, 2010

To the family and friends of Sgt. William Hasenflu:
Remembering William on the anniverary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Samantha fletcher

September 14, 2010

Bill, not a day goes by we don't miss you. Judy and girls.. We love you all and miss you..

The Fletcher Family
Rick, Samantha, Richard, Christianna, Diana

Shawn Chapman

September 11, 2010

I thought of you today. I thank you for being a friend! Still wish you were around and I know you are looking down on your special girls!

Savannah Hasenflu

May 21, 2010

Hey everybody this is Savannah Hasenflu.
I thank you all for the nice things you have said. I was just thinking of you Dad. I love you and I am very very proud of you. Miss you. I'll see you in Heaven. Love Meat Heaad #1

Megan Rizzo

April 30, 2010

I thought of you this week, I am so sorry you are gone. I want your family to know how highly you spoke of them when we were deployed together 03-04, Afghanistan. He spoke so proudly of all his girls, I know he is watching down on you all from heaven.

Sgt Whaley

April 30, 2010

Well I just found out you passed and truly sorry for your family to go through that.... I served with Hasenflu in 03-04 and ill drink a dew for you.....

CPT Collins

September 28, 2009

No words of mine could ever express the way I feel about "the Flu". Having served along-side him in both Iraq and Afghanistan, I had the true privilege of knowing this great soldier and patriot in a way many others might have missed. In my heart he will always remain the tenacious warrior who proudly stood between his men and any danger that would threaten their existence. Rest in peace brother, you will never be forgotten.

B Pears

September 28, 2009

Miss you bro, you, Judy and the girls. Always in my thoughts and prayers.

Shawn Chapman

September 24, 2009

I served with you in Afghanistan in 2003-04 and just found out you passed. Your family is in my prayers and you will be missed!

Freedom Run

John Cozzi

June 22, 2009

On June 20 2009 I was honor to ride for SSG WILLIAM EARL HASENFLU in the IL.freedom run. being an Army Vet I was honored to receive his tag.My heart and prayers go out to his family

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

May 1, 2009

My heartfelt sympathy to the Hasenflu family and friends in the loss of William. I did not know William, 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. William 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"

Madison Russell

March 14, 2009

Bill was an amazing person. No matter what he was always happy and he cared about everyone. I had the honor of living by this family for a good few years, and they are all amazing and strong. Bill we miss you all, thank you for giving so much for so many. You are in my heart always and forever. I will NEVER forget you. I love and miss you so much. Judy, Savannah, Ashley, and Veronica... You all are so strong, and you are always on my mind and in my heart. Im glad to have all of you as part of my life.

Nancy Trimble

February 22, 2009

To the family, friends and fellow soldiers of Sgt. William Hasenflu, I would like to send my deepest sympathy and condolences. I never had the privilege of meeting this brave man but I am the mother of Pfc. Chad Trimble, he was also killed in Afghanistan on May 28, 2008. He was from Ft. Campbell, 101st Airborne,1/61 CAV. I know first hand the pain and sorrow you've gone through. People have told me things get easier with time. I still have a hard time believing that. The initial shock from the devasting news may have been lifted somewhat but they still will be missed deeply everyday, forever. I can only say our soldiers are America's true heroes and will never be forgotten. "All gave some,
some gave all". God bless your awesome soldier!!
Sincerely,
Nancy Trimble

Nancy Trimble

February 22, 2009

To the family, friends and fellow soldiers of Sgt. William Hasenflu, I would like to send my deepest sympathy and condolences. I never had the privilege of meeting this brave man but I am the mother of Pfc. Chad Trimble, he was also killed in Afghanistan on May 28, 2008. He was from Ft. Campbell, 101st Airborne,1/61 CAV. I know first hand the pain and sorrow you've gone through. People have told me things get easier with time. I still have a hard time believing that. The initial shock from the devasting news may have been lifted somewhat but they still will be missed deeply, everyday, forever. I can only say our soldiers are America's true heroes and will never be forgotten. "All gave some,
some gave all". God bless your awesome soldier!!
Sincerely,
Nancy Trimble

Stephanie Rafoss

January 23, 2009

Prayer for Peace

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.

O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Amen

Toni Hudacky

January 2, 2009

It was an honor to have known and been friends with Bill through out my high school years. He always had a smile and a kind word. I am sorry... He will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Sandy Bonesteel

November 5, 2008

My condolences to the family of Sgt. William Hasenflu. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them; and that care very deeply about them.

Gary Allain

November 1, 2008

Sgt William Hasenflu
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever

RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08 (KIA)

Gary Tolle

October 28, 2008

William, god bless you soldier and thank you for your service to a grateful nation, forever we will mourn you and those fallen service members both before and after you. On 5/6/08 my nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward was KIA in Iraq while on a routine patrol. My promise to him was that I would never forget him but also those fallen before and after him. When I made that promise to him the day we laid him to his final resting place I did not realize how often I would need to make entries on Legacy and it just breaks my heart knowing that so many other families have and will continue to feel the pain that our family has endured. To the Hasenflu family please accept my heart felt condolences and my prayer that god help you cope with this tragic loss and may the memories of your HERO carry you through each day. From one Gold Star family to another we will never forget William!

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October 24, 2008

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MacDaniel

October 23, 2008

To the Hasenflu family,

I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Williams' 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
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04

Shelley Taylor

October 22, 2008

My first memories of you were in the third grade. I can remember playing on the monkey bars at recess and passing notes back and forth through grade school. You were always so much fun. Then we were in band together up through Senior High. I can remember you and Jason hanging out and walking home with you guys after school. You had blonde curly hair then.
You were a good friend, better than we all knew. A great kid and obviously a wonderful man. Thank you for being a part of my life and for protecting it by your valuable service to this county. I will keep your beautiful wife and daughters as well as your mom and dad in my prayers.

Matt Frangos

October 22, 2008

REST IN PEACE BILL, to my Brother in Arms From the 320th MP CO to Afghanistan 04-05 the beat goes on my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your Family. Ill see you when I see you……

SGT Matt Frangos HQDA G-3/5/7

SHIRLEY DONEY

October 19, 2008

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

Michelle (Walters) Lewis

October 17, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to Billy's wife, daughters, family and friends. He will be deeply missed. He was a wonderful friend to know. I knew him when he lived across from my Aunt Norma in Meadeville.

His family will be in our prayers.

For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud

October 17, 2008

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Sgt. William Hasenflu our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for William. And to William it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the U.S. Army and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. William, you are a brave Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,409 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to William’s family and loved ones.

Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

Debbi

October 16, 2008

To the family and parents of William I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you

goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com

In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR

Gale Poindexter

October 16, 2008

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Sgt Willimam Hasenflu. 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)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4

Sgt William Earl Hasenflu and his wife

October 15, 2008

Sgt William Earl Hasenflu and his wife

October 15, 2008

Sgt William Earl Hasenflu

October 15, 2008

Garnet Jenkins

October 15, 2008

Please accept my Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy regarding the loss of Sgt. William Hasenflu, with So Much Gratitude for your Fine Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

May William rest safely now, in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord be with the Hasenflu 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.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
~ Revelations 21:4 ~

May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Remember William's Sacrifice.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Shelley H - Blue Star Mother

October 15, 2008

From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SGT William Hasenflu for his service and sacrifice to this grateful country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rhode Island Blue Star Mothers

October 13, 2008

To the family of Sgt. Hasenflu
May you find comfort in the embrace of a friend and hope and courage in each new day.
Please know that there are others who stand with you for we are bound by a common thread.
With deepest sympathy.

Diana Adams

October 7, 2008

Judy,

Please know we are thinking of you and the girls and that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We know that you are all heartbroken over the loss of your husband.

We want to thank your husband, Bill, for his many years of military service, and you and the girls too, because we know what a sacrifice it is for the family members.

We will always have fond memories of the time you and the girls spent with our PE group here in Bradenton.

Our deepest sympathy,

matthew carter

October 6, 2008

God bless you my Brother, I only talked with you a few times, but I Always knew that You were a true Warrior, Leader, and Father. SGT Hasenflu You were a good guy all the way around, I will miss You Very much, Then, Now, And always CURRAHEE. SGT Carter HHT 1/61 Cav

Janet Roberts

October 6, 2008

I never met this wonderful soldier, but I want his family to know how much I appreciate his unselfish service and his ultimate sacrifice for me and everyone else here in America. He was truly a special person and everyone of us owe our freedom and way of life to this young soldier and all soldiers who are fighting the war on terror. Thank you for your son. I have said a prayer for you and your family and for him. Again, I am so grateful for everything he did for us.

Marty Murphy

October 6, 2008

Thank you Sgt. Hasenflu for your sacrifice and, particularly, your parents for raising a selfless and truly courageous American. Your contribution to your fellow man and our country is more than most of us will ever know.

A combat-wounded Vietnam vet

Laurie (Jacobs) Clayton

October 5, 2008

Thank You Billy you are a true HERO and it was an HONOR to have been part of your life. I remember the crazy things you and Jason did as kids. I told Jason I can still see the two of you walking up the streets with cardboard under your arms so that you two could break dance(lol) When you meet up with our mom I know she will give you BIG HUGS from all of us.
To the Family, may you remember all the good times you shared. Keep his memorys in your heart and he will always be alive.
My deepest Sympathy and May God Bless you All

Jacobs Family

October 5, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

John Longstreth

October 4, 2008

Bill was a part of my childhood and school years.Times and places we all wish we could stay in forever.God Bless his family and God Bless Bill for doing what most of us would be unable to accomplish.

Tracy Ott (Tatsch)

October 3, 2008

You will be very missed. I'm sorry we didn't keep in touch but i will remember you fondly. I am proud to say we are friends. I'm sorry you had to pay the ultimate sacrifice for my freedom but I thank you for it. God bless you

Has, Smitty, Me,

Dennis Alsberry

October 3, 2008

I first met Has or Flu as we sometimes called him at reception at Ft. Knox. when I came in three years ago. We trained together throughout the summer and on weekends I had barbecues with him and his family in a school bus he converted into a camper with his own hands. I had the pleasure of meeting his wife, Judy, and his three daughters Ashley, Savanna and Veronnica as well. The girls used to play in my car while the grown-ups talked (they called it the batmobile).
Bill and I reported to 1-61 squadron at Ft. Campbell the same day and we deployed to Iraq at the same time. I used to see him every other day at FOB Rustamiyah.
After we returned, I shared Thanksgiving dinner with him and his family at his home.
I still can't believe I will never see him again. My prayers are for him and his family.
D.M. Alsberry

Sharon Sutter

October 3, 2008

To Bill's family: We send our prayers and healing energy into your hearts. We have seen 2 men in our family pass on after many years of service in the US Navy. We understand the sacrifices made by a military family. You have had to make the ultimate sacrifice. We are sorry. We encourage you to keep his memory and name alive always. His spirity is with you forever. He still loves you. Sharon, from Spring Hill, FL

Unknown- Caring American

October 3, 2008

Dear Judy and Girls, I have never met your husband or your daddy. But I would like to tell you how proud I am of him. He went to Iraq and Afganastan to protect our country, to give us freedom, and to give us a future. He is a hero! I lost a dear friend in the World Trade Center (a fire-fighter) also a hero! May the two of them meet in heaven and wave the american flag that they both were so proud of! Remember he will always be by your side and watching over all of you and loving you. May God Bless all of you during this time of sorrow.

Michael Ellerbe

October 3, 2008

Thank God for Patriots like William. May God richly bless you and your family and comfort you in your time of mourning.

Ron Galentine

October 3, 2008

I wanted to thank you for your service to our country. To your family I am deeply sorry for your loss. I am just an old neighbor from Meadville who remembers a kind wave, an energetic run, a friendly face. Without speaking a word, you touched so many people because of the person you were. May your family find peace with your loss by always remembering the person you were and the soilder you had become. I thank you for you service to our country. God Bless.

A. W. Jones

October 3, 2008

I must express my condolences for your loss. Thank-you for you and your families sacrifice for our country.

An Army vet. and family member of an active duty Army soldier.

Laura Butler

October 3, 2008

Judy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your heart must be broken in two. I remember sitting with you at the picnic tables, while our girls played during SHARE activities. You and your girls, and the rest of your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's comforting arms envelope you all during this time.

October 3, 2008

To Bill's family. I am so sorry for your loss as well as our's, Bill's friends. Bill always knew how to make us laugh and was a great person. I commend you for serving in our military and for our country. You are truely brave. May God bless your family and loved ones and until we meet again my friend.

Jen (Beck) Callender
YN3 United States Navy

Elaine Davis

October 3, 2008

To the family of SGT.William Hasenflu
I did not know this great man , but it would have ben an Honor to meet him.
I want to thank him and all of the rest of the Military for the geat job they do every day.I also have a neice In Afganistan that we pray for every day.
May God Bless You All in this time of sorrow.

Brian Kightlinger

October 2, 2008

Bill,
I will remember the days of Meadville Sr. High. You always had a great sense of humor. I too served in Iraq in 2003. I am proud to have served with all our men and women in the Armed Forces. God Bless your family at this time of grief.

Mark Fuller

October 2, 2008

Thank you can't even come close to how I feel
Thank you for being a friend in high school
Thank you for serving this great nation of ours
Thank you for your sacrifice
Please take comfort in knowing that your husband was loved by many, and will not be forgotten

Semper Fi Bro,
Mark H Fuller
Sgt USMC
1988-2000
MASH 88

Clinton Robertson

October 2, 2008

It is sad to hear of the family's loss. Having known Bill through school, I wish him Gods speed. My family and I wish to thank Bill for his distinguished dedication to service to keep us all free. He is a true hero to our Nation. May his memories be strong. May his family find peace and know Bill is with God.

Brian Pears

October 2, 2008

There are no words to express my deep sadness over your loss.
My deepest sympathy to Judith and family. There are so many memories of years past. You are greatly missed and will be fondly remembered.
Goodbye dear friend.

Chris (Nelson) Merchbaker

October 2, 2008

My sympathy to Bill's family and friends. I knew Bill in High School along with the rest of the MASH class of '88. He will be remembered by everyone as the HERO he truly was!

Karen Callahan (Davies)

October 2, 2008

More than 20 years have passed since I have seen you in High School, Meadville, PA. Thank you for being a brave and courageous soldier. I can only hope that the sacrifices you and your family have made will forge a way so my young son’s may not ever have to. Speaking as a mother, wife and daughter, I am very proud to have been able to know you even so long ago and get a glimpse into the amazing person you became.

JoAnn Lee

October 2, 2008

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Eric Fraser

October 2, 2008

Bill was a great friend all through High School. It is an honor to have called him "friend".Your service and sacrifice to this great Nation will not be forgoten. Your family is in my prayers.
Godspeed Bill.

Cheryl Dellamedaglia

October 2, 2008

To the family of Bill Hasenflu, I'm very sorry for the loss. I grew up with Bill and we played alot together as he lived 2 houses up from my aunt and uncle and now my cousin, Tina. I can remember us riding in red wagons down the hills in the back yards. Being an hour away from Ft. Campbell, I pray every day that all of our Men and Women come home safely. Bill will NEVER be forgotten with the others who have bravely given their life for our Freedom. God Bless You.
Cheryl Dellamedaglia
[email protected]

Karen Santa Rita

October 2, 2008

My family thanks you for protecting us and serving your country. Our sympathy goes to your loved ones. May the Lord give them comfort.

Candace Weir

October 2, 2008

To the family of Sgt. William Hasenflu: The Weir family is so sorry for your loss. We lost a soldier who served with him in 2006 Iraq (Sgt. David Weir). When I heard of Sgt. William Hasenflu's death, we were devestated. Our heart goes out to you, along with our thoughts and prayers.

Maryjane Amory (Pears)

October 2, 2008

I have known Bill since High School, we were in Band together, very good friend, we will all miss him very much, he always tried to make me laugh, he will always be in my thoughts. God Bless to his family.

John & Mary Euler

October 2, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mary Euler

October 2, 2008

Mr.Bill, you were someone very special,always with a smile I have very fond memorys of you &your children at your Mom,daycare.You served your country well I know it was what you wanted .God Bless.

James Mauro

October 1, 2008

Sgt. William E. Hasenflu , an American Hero! My deepest condolences to all in this family! May God shed this grace on all of you! My prayers are with you Always!

Gregory Newman

October 1, 2008

On behalf of the Patriot Guard Riders, We send our condolences.
SGT Hasenflu sound's like a great person.
I wished I could have known him personally.
Our hearts cry with you in your time of Grief.
God Bless each & everyone of you.

Brian Pears

October 1, 2008

I am so glad I got to see you in Meadville a couple years back!
You and Mike and the rest of the crew and I had such a great time back in the day.
Judith, kids, Mom and Dad I am so sorry.
I love you as a brother man!!!!!!!

Violet, Daniel Kelley

October 1, 2008

R.I.P Sgt. William E. Hasenflu. I would like to thank you for giving your all for our Country. We all are very grateful and I will remember you always. My thoughts and prayers are with the Hasenflu family.

Robert Manis

October 1, 2008

Another HERO gets his reward!!! My heart goes out to the family.You are in our prayers.God BE WITH YOU.

Mike Zinz

October 1, 2008

Bill was one of my best friends in High school its been so long since I talked to him. I guess its to late now. Bill I am proud of the man you turned into.Rest in peace my brother may god let us meet again.

Randy and Beth Addams

October 1, 2008

Thank you Billy for doing such wonderful things for our country. Your dad and my husband worked together and we will never be able to thank your family for all you have done to protect our country. Your dad worried all the time about you and your family. Make God watch over you now. God Bless your Family

Gerrie Miller

October 1, 2008

Billy you will be remembered by my family for your friendship with all the kids when you helped your Mom at Kid Konnection. To Jane and the rest of the family, our thoughts will be with you thru this most difficult time. Billy please give a hug to James when you get into the Golden Gates of Heaven. Gerrie, Jessica & Emily Miller and T.J. Holderness.

Don & Mai Shannon

October 1, 2008

Our most heartfelt condolences go out to the Hasenflu family. Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear. May god give you and your family the strength to overcome the pain you are experiencing. Our son, Gary was in the platoon with Sgt Hasenflu in Zormat. He has had so much praise and admiration for all of the NCOs in the platoon and felt he was with the best of the best. We hope you are able to take some solace knowing that he has passed on his spirit, knowledge and love of country to many.

Hoorah,
The Shannon family

Tina Murphy

October 1, 2008

To one of my very best friends growing up, my brother, and my neighbor. You were such a big part of my life as a child. We had great times together. Playing in the ravine catching critters, thinking we were great on the rings attached to the tree, and yes the big-wheels. We got in soooo much trouble with those big-wheels. How did we ever manage riding those bikes off the neighbors roof and onto the grass without getting hurt?! Those were the good times growing up. I love you and will never forget you in my heart. You have always been a brave person in life. May God take care of you in heaven and take care of your loving wife & three daughters. God Bless You
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Lou Marchetti

October 1, 2008

Bill, Your Dad is my dear friend. When I heard the news, It hit me right in the heart as your Dad really loved you. He was real proud of you and concerned over the last few months about your well being. I could see it every time I was with him. I would like to thank you for giving your all for our Country. We all are very grateful and I will remember you. May God bless you and your wonderful family.

Linda Joynt

September 30, 2008

Thank you so much for your service to our country Sgt. Hasenflu. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gary Rollins

September 30, 2008

May God wrap His arms around Sgt. William E. Hasenflu family. I didn't know any of you but Thank God for a Young Man that fights for Our Country. We thank Sgt. William E. Hasenflu so much for Standing and Serving our Country for Freedom. May the Peace of God touch each family member during this time.

schuyler morris

September 30, 2008

R.I.P. BILLY, I WILL NEVER FORGET THE THINGS YOU TAUGHT ME AS A KID , AND ILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE FUN WE HAD WORKING TOGETHER IM GONNA MISS YOU BROTHER..

September 30, 2008

Semper Fi

Glen Hoffmann, American Legion Post 138, S.A.L.

September 30, 2008

May you rest in peace, God bless you and your family.

Joe White

September 30, 2008

Thank you Sgt William Hasenflu for your service to our country. God bless the family in there time of need.
My families prayers are with you all.

Kami Navarro

September 30, 2008

God bless your family, my prayers are with you all.

Lynn Anne Castleberry

September 30, 2008

Remember "Billy" as we knew him from our home town in PA. My sympathies to the family.

Dana Davis

September 30, 2008

God Bless you Sgt. William E. Hasenflu, you are more than a true hero to all of us, you are selfless and brave and your sacrifices will never ever be forgotten. Thank you is not enough. YOU ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!

Kevin McGill

September 30, 2008

I was with William in 1-61 when we went to Iraq. Many trips to his room to bug him, Winters, and Fletcher. Good times. We will all miss you man.

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