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for Chad Gilliam
Charles Gili
December 6, 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 Chadwick A. Gilliam US Marine Lance Corporal.
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
March 28, 2013
In memory & honor of Lance Cpl Chadwick Gilliam. We will always be grateful for his military service.
Peggy Childers
January 3, 2013
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam:
It has truly been my honor to sign Chadwick's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, it has become increasingly difficult for me to continue after this message. Please forgive me and know that Chadwick will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
January 3, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam:
Always remembering Chadwick. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
January 3, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam:
Please accept my remembrance of Chadwick on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten in my home.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Mikayla Gilliam
December 7, 2010
I am Michael Gilliams daughter, I am 12 years old and all though I did not get to meet Chad I know he is a good guy and I am sad that I didn't get to meet my uncle.
August 29, 2010
To the Gilliam family:
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Kenna
April 14, 2010
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Almost 2,150 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
This is a gift! We have wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and want you know that everyone here at Project Compassion does and will always CARE.
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
[email protected]
www.heropaintings.com
Lee
January 22, 2010
hey chad I still think about you everyday and when I see people we both know, I want to break down. You always made me laugh and I miss that..Hope you are looking over us
January 6, 2010
Hey,
It has been a year since you have passed and it still doesn't seem real. It seems like you should be home, at your dads and everyone coming down there. I just want you to know that we love you man, and haven't forgot about you.
john, carrie, and hayden tackitt
Peggy Childers
January 3, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam:
Remembering Chadwick 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
carrie tackitt
December 21, 2009
hey chad,
We was sitting here thinking about you and looking at pics of you. But i just wanted to let you know that we haven't and never will forget about you. We love you man.
John,Carrie and Hayden Tackitt
carrie tackitt
December 21, 2009
hey chad,
We was sitting here and thinking about you, and different it was this year with out you. I just wanted you to know that we have not forgotten you and never will. we love you and always will.
John, Carrie and Hayden
Kenna Larra`
November 10, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,800 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse 100% free. This is not an advertisement, it is an organization that is dedicated always to, “Honor and Remember” our modern day heroes.
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Connie Williamson
April 19, 2009
Words can not express..... My heart goes out to the family of this wonderfully young man. may God give you peace. Your son is a Hero with wings.
You are in our hearts and prayer.
Gary Allain
April 8, 2009
LANCE CPL, CHADWIC
You are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever.
Lcpl Adams
April 2, 2009
Chad as long as i am alive you will never be forgotten through togetherweserved.com because i am doing your Fallen profile
Darlene Webb Holbrook
February 13, 2009
God Bless You, I know Chad lives on in your memory everyday,I'm so sorry for you and your family.If you ever need anything just remember Mart and I are just a phone call away.
In Rememberance of Our Loved One
Elinda Gilliam Biggs
January 31, 2009
Lance Corporal Chadwick A. Gilliam
Carrie Tackitt
January 27, 2009
John and I miss you greatly, you were john's brother and like a brother to me.. im so sorry we had to lose such a great person and great marine... i'll never be able to drink MD 20/20 ever again.. i miss you and love you brother... im so sorry..
MacDaniel
January 27, 2009
To the Gilliam family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Chadwicks' 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
Terri Dotson
January 20, 2009
I only found out about Chad's passing a few days ago and my heart instantly shattered. I do not know if Chad ever mentioned me to his family but we were great friends who met while attending Lindsay Wilson College and then as coworkers for Mt. Comp. Chad was a very unique person-someone who instantly lit up your day when you saw him. He and I helped each other through some tough times and he was always there to talk when I needed him. Unfortunately the last time I spoke with Chad was right before he deployed. He was so proud of himself for his accomplishment and so was I. Again you have my deepest sympathies. I loved Chad like he was my brother and will NEVER forget him.
In Rememberance of Our Loved One
Elinda Gilliam Biggs
January 19, 2009
Chad is my nephew. I still do not want to accept he is gone. He was a good kid and always had a smile on his face. I loved him very much. He may be missing from the family gatherings, but his smile and laughter will remain with us forever. I will love and keep you close to my heart forever Chad.
Your Aunt Lin
P.S. To all who have posted here, the family appreciates it greatly. Times like these, it is nice to know people still care. Thank you for all your nice words and replies. I am making a scrapbook for Chad's Father, "my brother" and these replies will mean a lot to him, thank you again for your kindness.
Shirley Gilliam Briddick
January 16, 2009
Chad was my beloved nephew. More like a son than a nephew. A piece of my heart is missing. Our family will never be the same. He was truly a hero and we will never forget him. I will love you always Chad. Aunt Shirley
Jeremy Thomas
January 15, 2009
Love You and Miss You, Life will never be the same without You! No more hanging out , no more joking or just sitting around shooting the breeze. I still can't believe my cousin, more like my brother is gone. My Fiancee' Saw a white dove the day we laid you to rest, I hope what she said is true, that a white dove means an angel got its wings, if thats true I know it was You! I Miss you Bro., I always will!
SHIRLEY DONEY
January 15, 2009
REST IN PEACE LANCE CPL. GILLIAM, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Laurel Wilson
January 13, 2009
To the family of Chad ~ your hero... This morning I checked the 26th MEU blog, and found the heart breaking news about your precious Marine. My son has been on the USS San Antonio with the MEU, and is currently in Kuwait.
My loving thoughts to your family... My heart is aching with yours... From the mother of two young Marines.
Cathy & John DeMerchant
January 12, 2009
From our Military Family to yours... we were so sorry to hear about the death of your son and husband. Our son was serving with him in the 2/6 - Echo Company. May happy memories of Chad get you through the days ahead.
God bless.
A friend who misses him
January 12, 2009
I came by today to see you
I just had to let you know
If I knew the last time that I held you was the last time
I'd have held you, and never let go
Oh, it's kept me awake nights, wondering
I lie in the dark, just asking why
I've always been told
You won't be called home
Until it's your time
I guess heaven was needing a hero
Somebody just like you
Brave enough to stand up
For what you believe
And follow it through
When I try to make it make sense in my mind
The only conclusion I come to
Is heaven was needing a hero
Like you
I remember the last time I saw you
Oh, you held your head up proud
I laughed inside
When I saw how you were standing out in the crowd
Your such a part of who I am
Now that part will just be void
No matter how much I need you now
Heaven needed you more
Cause heaven was needing a hero
Somebody just like you
Brave enough to stand up
For what you believe
And follow it through
When I try to make it make sense in my mind
The only conclusion I come to
Is heaven was needing a hero
Like you
Is Heaven was needing a hero
and that's you
Janice Oswald
January 11, 2009
To the family and friends of fallen hero Lance CPL Gilliam....I am so deeply sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
Leigh H
January 10, 2009
Chad and I were frienda here in NC. He was a great person and will be deeply missed. I will never forget Hero's...watch over us and know we all love you
David Smith
January 10, 2009
While I did not know Chad my son did. He is aboard the USS Carter Hall and is with Echo. I contacted him today via email and he said they were friends. Such a since of sadness we all feel. But your son and husband was a true hero who served our courntry well! I am so proud of him even though I did not know him. Jesus said there is know greater love that a man who gives his life for his brother. Your son and husband was willing to do just that and for that I am so thankful to him. May God grant you peace.
kevin gibbons
January 10, 2009
To The Family Of LCPL Gilliam,
Words Cannot Describe The Pain Of Losing A Loved One. Never The Less Its Not Easy Especially If You Have So Many Family Members In The War. I lost 4 cousins to the war 2 of them were brothers. The Song By Lee Greenwood Describes 3 of my cousins as they leave behind 4 children each with a caring mother. i miss all of them so much when i hear of another soldier, i start to breakdown. my thoughts and prayers are with you at this tough time
rest in peace lcpl gilliam thank you for fighting for our freedom of our country
John Tackitt
January 9, 2009
I love you and miss you brother... im sorry that we had to lose you, bottom fork will never be the same without you... a party will never go by that you will not be thought of or a toast raised in your honor... i love you and miss you terribly... we will always remember you
Stephanie Rafoss
January 9, 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
Jonathan Foster
January 9, 2009
Chad,
Was a Close friend growing up in Kentucky. My fondest memory was the night he and I hiked off of Pine Mountain. Mary and Paul his parents were like a second parents when went went over to spend the night with him. My thoughts and Prayers are with them. Chad we will meet again. Thanks for being my Friend.
Roy Hatten
January 9, 2009
To the family of LCPL Chad Gilliam from the family of LCPL Spence Hatten.
There are no words to express our deep sorrow for your loss. We met Chad at Camp Lejeune just before the guys left on their deployment and we found him to be a very polite and squared away marine. Our son Spence talked about Chad alot and really felt as if they are brothers. Please know that we have prayed for Chad and you ever since we heard the news, but that we were praying daily for the entire unit from the beginning of the MEU, even if we didn't know all of the names involved. We will continue our prayers for Chad and you specifically and again extend our deepest condolences.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
January 9, 2009
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 LCpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Chad. And to Chad it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country while opposing terrorist forces. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Chad, you are a brave Marine 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 1,405 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Chad’s family and loved ones. Semper Fi !
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Gale Poindexter
January 9, 2009
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Lance Cpl Chadwick A Gilliam. 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)
http://www.myspace.com/tulsaok1nurse
Don Elseroad
January 8, 2009
In recognition of Lance Corporal Chadwick Gilliam's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment # 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
SSgt USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment #969
Renee Owens
January 8, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. May God grant you peace and strength. Semper Fi LCpl Gilliam.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA06Apr2006, OIF
Jenna Lee
January 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My boyfriend served with him and i give his condolences also.
Sandy Bonesteel
January 8, 2009
My condolences to the family of Lance Cpl. Chadwick A.
Peggy Childers
January 8, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam:
Chadwick 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
Shelley H - Blue Star Mom
January 7, 2009
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank Lance Cpl Chadwick Gilliam 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.
Gary Allain
January 7, 2009
Lance Cpl. Chadwick A.
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Garnet Jenkins
January 7, 2009
In Humble Thanks, to this Brave Young Marine, who has lost his life, while in the Service of our Country, With so much gratitude for his Courage, and his Unselfish Dedication and Service.
Rest Safely now, LCpl. Chadwick A. Gilliam, in the Hands of God and may the Peace of God be with your loving family.
Those who Make these Sacrifices, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them, Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Grateful Country morns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a True American Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your Loss.
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