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John Redding
May 26, 2024
Heath, you are always missed and never forgotten.
Douglas
May 26, 2024
You will never be forgotten Mr. Pickard. Psalms 133 KST
jacob pickard
October 17, 2013
im his cousin Jacob pickard and I really miss him badly im 11 and I miss him
October 16, 2013
Heath not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Wishing the best for your family today and always.
Maj Thomas Paxton USAF Ret.
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Jim Herbert
October 16, 2013
Heath, I think of you and your family often....I will never forget
SFC Lowery
July 18, 2013
I never meet PFC Pickard personaly, but I assure you he has affected me not only as a soldier, an NCO, but as a father, and a man. He has reminded me of the costs of mistakes in battle, and the reasons we pay such close attention to traning. I am saddend by his loss, but hopful that his memory will give NCOs the streanth to keep other young soldiers safe. I know he has helped me. I am sorry to his family and friends for his passing. The only confort I can offer is that his passing was not for nothing. He is a hero!
Wile, working a STX lane at Fort Lewis my soldiers were ready to go home for the day, but we had about 2 more hours to train. I asked them if they were sastisified with their preformance and were ready for combat. They said yes, I asked them what they thought PFC Pickard would say about traing. Would he care if it was dark? or wet? or cold? The rest of the train up the phrase I herd from my Squad leaders was "PFC Pickard says, one more time" or "PFC Pickard says, we train to standard" I know he was looking out for us in Iraq. We did not loose a single man. Thank you PFC Pickard.
Beth Oshiro-Burtob
June 25, 2013
Thought of you today Heath. I was there in the Trauma Room when you passed. I want your family to know that I was standing right by your shoulder, and you were not alone. Miss you Battle!
Beth
[email protected]
Peggy Childers
October 16, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Heath K. Pickard:
Please accept my remembrance of Heath on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
evans
May 16, 2011
Heath- all of us miss you everyday even now ur always in our thoughts, josh, jaiden and I are driving to see you from ill. We are 9 hours away. Sorry it took so long but we r coming to see you. We miss n love ya very much... the Evans
Peggy Forson
March 7, 2011
I was watching some soldier dedications today and I though of you!! You still stand for so much back in frankston!!!we are all proud of you and miss you still! You will always be one of my hometown heroes!
-Peggy
Korina Marie
December 23, 2010
Heath it has been 2 years and I want you to know your still in our hearts, and thoughts. Sara is a wonderful mother and Ethan is growing up so fast. We all love you, and you are on my heart heavy this holiday season, buddy. You changed my whole life- you have affected so many peoples lives and will always and forever be one of FRANKSTON'S HEROES!!!
Pamela Palmer
October 17, 2010
RIP Pickard
Peggy Childers
October 16, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Heath K. Pickard:
Remembering Heath 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
Pamela Palmer
August 31, 2010
I didn't know you Heath. But my brother Palmer and son Jones knew you well. You are missed by many. Today the President will speak on the end of this war. Just know you are not forgotten. RIP
Xavier Canales
August 14, 2010
Heath, it's your old buddy Canales. We both got our Texas selves sent up to Alaska back in October 2006. It's nearly been two years since you left us but you will never be forgotten. While we where over there i didn't believe that you were gone until Zach Healy had told me. It hurt like hell knowing you were taken from us. The rest of that deployment i asked God if its my time all i ask is that you put me next to Pickard so we can knock'em back like we used to. I'm out of the Army now and trying to get into UT but you really are one of my heros and a true hero of this great nation. I thank God for every day that comes to me and keep your family in my prayers. God bless you and your family you will never be forgotten brother.
richard yacovone
October 16, 2009
its been one year today since we've lost PFC Pickard. i went to basic training with Pick back in summer of 2006. and he proved to all of us that no matter how tall you were when you have a heart like his no obstacle is to hard to overcome. My heart goes out to his family. he was a stellar soldier, great guy and im sure a wonderful husband and father. he will be deeply missed. the army lost a great soldier last fall. we are the infantry follow me. RIP you will never be forgotten
SPC Richard Yacovone
B1-6 INF, 2BCT, 1AD
A Co 1-50 1st PLT will never forget you
The Highland Spring Football Team
October 13, 2009
I am a high school football coach in Richmond, Virginia and each week our team chooses a member of the armed services to dedicate our game to. Each week we choose someone who lost their life one year ago on the date of the game. We dedicate our effort for that week to the memory of someone who gave their life so that we can play the game that we all love. This week Pfc. Heath Pickard is our “champion” of the week. The football team at Highland Springs High School wanted Mr. Pickard’s family and friends to know that we appreciate everything that he stood for and will honor his memory this week, with our effort, attitude, pride, and unselfishness just as he did for us and all Americans. Thank you and God Bless.
Paul Shook
September 29, 2009
PFC Pickard you have shaped me as an NCO. On a sandy day we were grounded, no medevac were leaving that day. A call came in with an attack on FOB Warhorse and soldiers were in need. I have never felt such pain as that day when even the Brigade Commander said the risk was too high. By piecing together a top knotch crew we were able to launch with approval of a one star general. The soldiers were already in route in a stryker convoy. We were able to find this convoy and medevac three soldiers. I helped perform CPR on one. One soldier did not make it through the flight, one soldier was able to return to a US hospital before he had to say good bye to this world, and one soldier eventually returned home in the same condition he left. You always want to save everyone, and a part of you dies for every Fallen Hero. I am sorry that we couldn't save you that day, but not by failure to do everything we could. I will forever remember your face and the great stories I've heard from your commander and friends. God took you too early, but the brightest stars tend to burn out the soonest. My God be with your family through these times.
Debbi
August 13, 2009
Heath, soon it will be a year that you were taken from God's earth but you are always remembered by friends and family. I do pray that your family is seeking God's comfort and amazing love. If they ever need someone to talk to I'm here for them.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO- A 2/505th PIR 82nd Airborne
M Mueller
August 1, 2009
Dear Heath,
Long time no see? You were one of my close bunk buddies and close friends during infantry school back in '06 (remember musser and Ollie?). I'm a bit teary eyed typing this, I'm sorry we cant say bye. It was nice knowing you, even though I got an earful for being a yank and I always gave it back for being a texan. Good luck on your next assignment being posted up in Heaven. Do 1/50 good and prepare the gates for the rest of us.
Jason Vavra
June 28, 2009
Dear Family,
Very sorry for the loss of your solider. I am honored to be in reciept of PFC. Pickards honor dog tags from the Illinois Freedom Run. I am truly sorry for your loss.
If you would like this keepsake please contact me at [email protected] and nothing would please me more than to send it to you.
God Bless
Jason Vavra - Joliet Il
Proud father of a USMC solider
June 14, 2009
Dear Family; I will be reading the name of your son at the Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial in Marseilles,Il on june 20th. I will read his Heath's name with respect and honor. I lost my son Sgt. John M Penich on oct16,2008. I know your pain and how hard life is to love now. my prayers are with you and yours. Kathy Penich-Garross
Lisa
May 25, 2009
It was thoughtful of the C-Company "Alamo Dustoff" to dedicate the Pickard MEDEVAC Evacuation Compound in memory of SPC Heath Pickard.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 1, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to the Pickard family and friends in the loss of Heath. I did not know Heath, 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. Heath 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"
Ashley Fox
April 3, 2009
The first time i had met Heath was in Dec of 08. I didnt know him very long but he was a great father, husband, and friend. The words to explain this tragiddy are undescribable. He will forever be missed and in our hearts.
God Bless Heath, his family, wife and son Ethan.
PFC. Cody Eggleston
Walt Eggleston
January 8, 2009
Heath 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
Heath did this standing besides my son PFC.Cody Eggleston Which Passed Oct 24,2008 From wounds suffered during the same Attact Our Family's Have Lost More than A Hero We lost a large part of our lives. And we are connected for the rest of our Lifes. God bless You And Heath..
Stephanie Rafoss
January 3, 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
T Starman
January 1, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss.
Peggy Mata
December 19, 2008
Rest In Peace Heath...
I'm so proud of you, you've accomplished so much in such little time. I will never forget you...
Thank you for serving our country..
You are my hometown hero..
Miss and Love you Always...~P
SHIRLEY DONEY
December 13, 2008
REST IN PEACE PFC. PICKARD, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Sara Pickard
December 11, 2008
Thank You all For All Your Support... I am Heath's Wife sara and i just cant even express how awesome it is that so many people are there for me and my son ethan... Thank you all so very much.
Heath you will be always and forever in my heart.
Kalinda Franklin
December 4, 2008
I didn't know Heath or his family, but just reading his guest book, he surely has a special place in Heaven.
May your hearts swell with pride knowing how much he meant to so many people all over the world.
May God hold you close as the Christmas time approaches. Special prayers will go up tonight for Heath and his family and all our Nation's soldiers all over the world. God Bless
November 12, 2008
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH PFC HEATH PICKARD'S FAMILY.HEATH WAS A AMERICAN HERO,AS WE LOST ANOTHER COMRADE.GOD BLESS YOU
Brook & PFC Corey Buffington
November 6, 2008
God bless you and your family....my fiance was good friends with heath he will be missed
November 5, 2008
GOD BLESS THIS BRAVE SOLDIER AND HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
THE HOWARD FAMILY
TYLER, TEXAS
Sandy Bonesteel
November 5, 2008
My condolences to the family of Pfc. Heath K. Pickard. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them; and that care very deeply about them.
J F
November 4, 2008
"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God that such men lived."
-- George Patton
Enough said.
Persian Gulf War
24th ID (MECH)
2nd Brigade
HHC 3/15th Inf (Scout Platoon)
'89-91'
Janice Oswald
November 2, 2008
To the family and friends of fallen hero PFC Pickard....I am so deeply sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. He will not be forgotten. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
Kristi Redfern
October 31, 2008
Death, be not proud
Death, be not proud, though some have called thee
Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so;
For those whom thou think'st thou dost overthrow
Die not, poor Death, nor yet canst thou kill me.
From rest and sleep, which but thy pictures be,
Much pleasure; then from thee much more must flow,
And soonest our best men with thee do go,
Rest of their bones, and soul's delivery.
Thou art slave to fate, chance, kings, and desperate men,
And dost with poison, war, and sickness dwell,
And poppy or charms can make us sleep as well
And better than thy stroke; why swell'st thou then?
One short sleep past, we wake eternally
And death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die.
By John Donne
The Poetry Foundation
MacDaniel
October 31, 2008
To the Pickard family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Heaths' 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
MICHAEL BARR
October 29, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF
SPC. HEATH PICKARD
MY GOD BE WITH YOU THOURGH YOUR TIME OF PAIN
IT WAS AN HONOR KNOWING HEATH THROUGH THE YEARS. MY FAMILY HAS KNOW HEATH AND HIS FAMILY FOR MANY YEARS HE WAS A GREAT SOILDER, A GREAT PERSON AND A GREAT FRIEND TO ALL HE KNEW I AM CURENTLY SERVING IN THE U.S. NAVY EVEN THOUGH HE WAS A DIFFERENT BRANCH OF THE MILITARY HE IS A BROTHER IN ARMS THAT THIS COUNTRY WILL MISS DEARLY REST IN PEACE BROTHER YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTON MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE HIS WIFE, SON AND FAMILY AS I KEEP THEM IN MY PRAYERS IT WAS A GREAT HONOR TO YOUR COUNTRY WE WILL REMBER YOU FOR EVER AND A HERO TO ALL OF YOUR FAMILY , YOUR FRIENDS AND COUNTRY THANK YOU HEATH FOR YOUR DECATED SERVICE TO THIS COUNTRY, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR BROTHERS IN ARMS WE WILL NOT FORGET YOU
"ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL"
I WILL REMBER YOU FOR EVER HEATH YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND
CURRENTLY SERVING IN THE U.S.NAVY
MM3 BARR, MICHAEL J
USS NASHVILLE (LPD-13)
FPO AE 09579-1715
jim stewart
October 29, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Peggy Childers
October 29, 2008
To the family of Pfc. Heath K. Pickard:
Heath 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
Tina Maynard
October 28, 2008
Dearest Heath, I hope you know what an impact you made on those around you. You were such a good friend to my son. Travis will miss you for the rest of his days. I remember when you and Sara got married. You were made for each other. The pride you had when little Ethan was born was amazing. It is bittersweet to see the pictures of you two together before you deployed. Ethan will always know what a wonderful father you were and how much you loved him. Sara will keep your memory alive for him, she loved you very much and always will. To Sara and Ethan and all of your family and friends I extend my sincerest sympathies. You will never be forgotten.
With great love and respect,
Tina Maynard
Travis Maynard
October 28, 2008
Hey buddy, im sorry i couldnt get out to say goodbye to you but you know how the army is about letting people go, espeacially from Iraq. Im going to miss you more than you know and i loved you like a brother. You will always be on my mind and i promise that i will always tell Ethan what a father he had even though for such a short time. I miss you battle and i promise to come see you when i return home. I love you and i will see you soon, your brother and brother in arms... -Travis
Gary allain
October 28, 2008
Pfc. Heath K. PIcard
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
Heath, God bless you soldier and thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation and for paying the ultimate price for our freedom.. You are now in great company with God and so many other fallen hero's before and after you. On 5/6/08 my nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward was killed in action in Iraq and my final promise to him was to never forget him and our fallen hero’s, we will never forget their commitment and sacrifice. To the Pickard family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Heath and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. 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!
Dale and Carolyn Lucas
October 27, 2008
David and Faye.We are so sorry for your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.May God bless you and your family. .....
Lana Brady
October 27, 2008
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
In memory of Sgt. Sam Kelsey
(KIA Dec. 13, 2007)
b huff
October 26, 2008
I did not know Heath my son is in the same unit 1-25 and he spoke of Heath. My prayers are with his family. Thanks so much for your service for our FREEDOM.
Renee Owens
October 26, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. The great state of Texas mourns the loss of another of it's sons. May God grant your family peace and strength.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, OIF
Jeff Stephens (Patriot Guard Riders)
October 26, 2008
I hope the family of Spc. Pickard realizes how important this young man was to so many people who never met him. Hundreds of thousands Americans are praying for you and giving thanks to heros like Heath. This young man gave the ultimate sacrifice for each and every one of us and for that I am grateful. I stood silently in the flag line Saturday humbled in his presence. Our family prays you see Heath as we do - A True American Hero.
SHIRLEY DONEY
October 26, 2008
REST IN PEACE PFC. PICKARD, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
October 26, 2008
I didn't know Heath, I attended his memorial service at Ft Wainwright to honor a soldier. When the service was over, I learned the people who knew him we're extremely fortunate and those of us who didn't missed out. My prayers are with you and your family. We are thankful for his service and determination.
A spouse from the 1-25 SBCT
Susan Haley
October 25, 2008
I just want to add my contact information for the family of American Hero PFC Heath Pickard. My family will be praying for all of you.
JIMMIE PARKER
October 25, 2008
MAY GOD BLESS THIS YOUNG SOLDIER AND HERO IN MY BOOK FOR I AM A VIETNAM VETERAN AND HE GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE & GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AM SO SORRY. JC PARKER ELKHART
Susan Haley
October 25, 2008
My son served with Heath and was there when he died. He enjoyed serving with Heath and is heartbroken at his death. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Heath K. Pickard
October 25, 2008
Anthony Krohn
October 25, 2008
To Spc. Heath Kayne Quinton Pickard and his family:
My twin brother is Captain Jeff Krohn, US Army, FOB Warhorse, Baqubah IRAQ.
The indirect fire took place a FOB Warhorse and my brother had called me the following day to inform me that he was okay, but that tragically, a US solldier had died.
I can tell you that Spc.Pickard's death although very sudden and tragic will not be in vain. Our soldiers are doing an outstanding job in Iraq and in Baqubah too.
The days of IEDS and VBIEDs and suicide bombers are decreasing and so too will these desparate indirect fire attacks on our FOBs.
I offer my thanks to Spc. Heath Kayne Quinton Pickard as well as my prayers and wish the best for his family.
CT
October 24, 2008
MAY GOD BE WITH THIS YOUNG MAN WHO BRAVELY GAVE HIS LIFE FOR HIS BROTHER AND HIS COUNTRY.
Amy Stevens
October 24, 2008
I,too, did not know PFC Picard, however I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathies to you all, and say I am so grateful for brave young men and women like him who give their lives for our freedom. Sincerely
Brenda Hill
October 24, 2008
There are no words that can ease the ache that you feel in your hearts. As you go through the days ahead, I pray that you will find comfort in knowing that Heath has touch so many. I am proud of Heath and so very Thankful for what he has given to our county. May God bless you all.
Brenda Wardell Hill
Linda and William Murphy
October 24, 2008
I do not PFC Heath Pickard, but I prayers each day for our troops and I am yet praying for your family.
Kristie Trezise
October 24, 2008
Heath will be missed, his sacrifice, not forgotten. May God surround you with his peace during this time of sorrow.
Jimmy Watson
October 24, 2008
My son Dustin Watson was there with Heath, and he called me right after it happened. He said he lost his best friend today, they were stationed in Alaska together and were deployed together. Dustin told me he was lost without his friend.
BARBARA JOHNSON
October 24, 2008
I TOO DID NOT KNOW HEATH. BUT I KNEW OF HIM THRU MY NEPHEW DUSTIN WATSON WHO SERVED IN IRAQ WITH HEATH, MY FAMILY AND I EXTEND OUR CONDOLENENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND TO HEATH'S WIFE AND SON. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND COMFORT YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS, AND PLEASE KNOW THAT HEATH WAS A FINE AND VERY BRAVE YOUNG MAN WHO SERVED HIS COUNTRY WITH HONOR AND DIGINITY. WE COMMEND YOU PFC HEATH PICKARD AND MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR FAMILY. SINCERELY BARBARA JOHNSON, SPRING,TEXAS
Kathy Johnson
October 24, 2008
To the Pickard/Redd Family we can only offer our deepest sympathy & prayers in the loss of PFC Heath Pickard. We are all better for knowing this fine young man. (I remember him proudly being a part of Frankston Indian Band!) We thank him & all the wonderful men & women who proudly serve our country! God bless you in the days & weeks to come, we are here if you need us, Joel & Kathy Johnson Frankston, TX
Debbi
October 24, 2008
To the family and parents of Heath 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
Robert(Dickey),Martha,Mary,Effie Guthrie
October 24, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Samantha Fletcher
October 24, 2008
Just wanted to let you know that I love all of you and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Heath was an awesome guy and will be missed. If there is anything that I can do please let me know.
Kathy Fergueson
October 24, 2008
Know that many people that you will never meet are praying for you all. Spc. Pickard's sacrifice will never be forgotten. His legacy will live on through his son and his many supporters. I'm very sorry for your loss.
From a Proud American.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
October 24, 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 Pfc Heath K. Pickard our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Heath. And to Heath 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. Heath, 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 Heath’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Lana Hart
October 24, 2008
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May your Memories comfort you. Love You All.
Lana & Richard Hart
Spc Bo Tillman,Terry & Dave Raybin
October 24, 2008
This is a Tribute to Your Soldier, We are praying for you all.
God’s Army
They’re someone’s son, someone’s baby.
They’re someone special to a mom, a dad,
a brother, a sister.
They don’t stay small for ever, you watch
them grow up daily.
And you wonder, where did the time go.
How did it slip away?
They don’t belong to the one’s that love them now,
They are part of the U.S., the Army, Navy, Air Force or
Marines, God’s Army
God forbid that something go wrong, they’re not at home,
you can’t protect them anymore.
That’s part of the world we live in today.
It’s not what it used to be, that’s why
they’re in God’s Army.
It’s scary now, you don’t know who you can trust or
Where you might be when something happens.
You lay awake at night saying your prayers
making sure that God understands.
This is your baby, your solder.
He was always into trouble, nothing serious,
just mischief.
You get a knock on the door, it’s late at night,
you dare answer. Because you know.
Then they tell you,
He’s with God’s Army now.
The pain is great, The Lord gives you strength.
And you’re proud to tell someone you know where he is,
He’s with God’s Army now.
Terry Raybin/ 10/22/08
Phyllis Broomfield
October 24, 2008
Rest in peace soldier, you will not be forgotten. Phyllis Broomfield proud mom of Lt. Johnny Craver KIA 10/13/06
Shawn Hixson
October 24, 2008
Pickard all I can say is you were a good friend to everyone.....your platoon loved you and I know the entire C Co 1-5 IN is gonna miss you. My prayers and love go out to your wife and baby. Im sure gonna miss your bro......Remember one thing Diablos all the way....Love you Man
Shelley H - Blue Star Mother
October 24, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank PFC Heath Pickard 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.
Jerry Heilman
October 24, 2008
May this true hero rest in everlasting peace.
Kara Herring
October 24, 2008
Heath, you will be greatly missed, i will never forget you punk! Those days of you calling me shorty and you and Kevin picking on me are just playing over and over in my mind. Thank you for doing what you did and loving it at the same time. I will miss you, keep watch over my lil bro while he is over there too. I promise when Kevin comes home i will make come see ya! My prayers are with your family!!
Tiffany Sammons
October 23, 2008
Thank you for brave fight and being a american hero my family will be praying for our family. Thank you for showing what a american hero is supposted to be .
God bless your family
love you ms Margaret , Heath and son and wife
for Tes
Timonthy , kayla Sammons
Sally Matthews
October 23, 2008
There can never be enough thanks voiced or offerings of gratitude when there has been such a tragic loss. Please know this American hero did not die in vain. His was the ultimate sacrifice. Your family is in my prayers. In Christ -
Aubrey and Jill Dellinger
October 23, 2008
He's a fallen hero. His family and friends are in our prayers. May you rest in peace, Spc. Heath Pickard.
Shanna Jardine
October 23, 2008
We did not know Spc. Heath Pickard. We do know he is an American Hero! One day Heath's son can proudly say " I am an all American boy and I owe that to my father and all the others who have fought for this country". Our deepest sympathy's, thoughts and prayers will be with you and all of our soldiers. May God bless you all..
Charis Ragantesi
October 23, 2008
Thank You so much for everything you've done. May God bless you and your family!!
Greg and Jennifer Hart
October 23, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Thank you for your sacrifice.
SNH
October 23, 2008
THANK YOU, PFC. HEATH PICKARD FOR YOUR BRAVE FIGHT FOR ALL OF US HERE IN THE STATES. MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS AS WELL AS THE REST OF THE BRAVE MEN & WOMEN THAT YOU FOUGHT SIDE BY SIDE WITH. AGAIN THANK YOU.
Bridget and Terry Loviette
October 23, 2008
To the Pickard and Redd family, I am so sorry for your loss! It seems like just yesterday Heath, Chance and Austin were just little boys running around the Dairy Queen! My how time has flown by! My family and I are so thankful for all that Heath and all the brave soldiers have done for us. We love yall and are praying for yall.
Ken Greene
October 23, 2008
God can comfort you in your time of lose. I thank you for the service and sacfrifies of your son
Jennifer Leija
October 23, 2008
Our hearts are with you, the family, friends and people that knew this man. We did not know him. I'm Palestine so I read the paper online. I now live in Raymondville. I just wanted to share our prayers with you. We lost our beloved solider Jan. of 2007. We understand what your going through. I'm very proud and happy that Mr. Pickard got a proper "homecoming". Not all soliders get the entourage that he did. Our solider did. So we pray for you and know we never forget our soliders. The soliders are our angels of war. Forever in their uniforms ready to protect what they love. God Bess Pickard family.
Halli Covey
October 23, 2008
I did not know Heath personally. Heath was a hero and no matter what his battles in life were, he fought the biggest battle of all and he won! May God Bless all that were close to him and keep you close in your time of sorrow.
Donna Brown
October 23, 2008
I too, did not know Heath. But, his sacrifice and love for this country is all I need to know. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Thank you Heath for protecting me and my loved ones. Thank you Pickard family for your service also. I know in your sorrow you are extremely proud of Heath, as we all are. Not one tear drops, that God does not count. May God be with you and again, I so deeply appreciate and honor this great soldier.
Alphia Steinsbo
October 23, 2008
Did not know PFC Heath Pickard but would like to say thank you and may he rest in peace.May GOD bless the family.
Bill Stephens
October 22, 2008
Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for Pfc. Pickard's family. I hope they know that the hearts and prayers of many go out to them.
May God Bless this family, our Soldiers and this Nation
October 22, 2008
As many others that have written I too did not know Heath and sorry to hear that our nation has lost a true American Hero. There are no words that can take away the sorrow you are feeling at this time, just know that the love of family and friends will see you through this. I know that you are proud of Heath for serving his country in an honorable way. May God bless your family and all the families who have lost loved ones serving their country.
Bridget McNeill
michael cicconetti
October 22, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy for the family and friends of Heath. I can't tell you how many tears I have shed for this young hero.
My son, Mario, is serving in Heath's Platoon and was with him during the attack. In the brief conversation I was able to have with him, he told me how brave the men were and the efforts of all to save each other.
May God Bless Heath and give strength to his wife, son, and family.
My family's prayers are with the Pickard family and Heath's comrades who remain in Iraq serving and protecting us.
God Bless,
Judge Michael Cicconetti
Painesville, OH
stacie
October 22, 2008
My sympathies to you and your family on the loss of a dear Hero. Not only a hero to his family but a hero to me. I didnt not know Heath, but I felt like I did. I have nephews the same age and they are twins serving the USMC. They spent 8 months in different parts of Iraq, about to start a tour in afhganastan. I worry about all our soldiers over there. We lost a soldier and a friend but You all lost a husband-a father-a son-a brothera cousin a nephew, but gained one strong guardian angel that will forever be yours. God Bless you and this family..........
Greg & Misty Evans
October 22, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Pickard family. Heath was an extraordinary person that made the ultimate sacrifice so that we may live here in a safe, free country. He is a true hero and will not be forgotten.
Brad & Rush Beavers
October 22, 2008
Our son served with SPC. Pickard, in Alaska and Iraq. He spoke very highly of him and was devastated by his passing. Our family is very proud to be associated with your family in the bond of the service of our sons. We are heartbroken at your loss. We pray for healing and some measure of peace for your family. Your son will be remembered for his willingness to serve his Country and his heroism. God Bless your son, your family, and all of our soldiers in harm’s way.
Heather Bruton
October 22, 2008
God Bless you Heath. Thank you for your service. You are a True American Hero. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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