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for Christopher Sweet
Matthew Garner
June 27, 2016
Hello, I am the commander for 3-66 AR. I am looking for contact information for SPC Sweet's family. I can be reached at [email protected]. Thank you.
August 7, 2013
Sweet your second momma misses you. Henry an I can still hear your voice calling up to me from downstairs jokingly hey! maa can I get a beer. To this day Henry hurts so do I but not because your in a better place. Only because we miss you so bad. By the way if you are watching out , malak kinda needs you to nudge his heart, not to sure he is doing much better over you leaving us. we love you Sweet we think of you every day. Holidays will never be the same again. Im glad i gave your little brother that puppy. Now i guess we both understand why God wanted him to have it.
Peggy Childers
February 7, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet:
It has truly been my honor to sign Christopher's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Christopher will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
February 8, 2012
February 6, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
February 5, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
December 3, 2010
To the family of Christopher Sweet,I had left a post but didnt see it, Henry and I wanted to send our love and prayers , we will miss his presence at our table like so many times after work, I will miss his funny wit, and awsome country accent he was always such a pleasure to have around us. we still feel like it was yesterday that we lost him and this year we sat a place at our table for him as if. I know He is smiling at all of us here knowing he was loved very much , we will miss you Sweet! very deeply
Maria Lee
February 7, 2010
I can't believe that a whole year has gone by already. I had relatives in the service growing up in my country and we were lucky enough to not lose anyone. I still remember the anxiety of listening to the casualty list each night on the radio.
I hope that your pain will ease with time and that the knowledge of how brave it was of Christopher to do what he did in serving in Iraq, give you comfort. No one should die so young, but he will live forever in memory in in your hearts. Everytime I think of him, I pray for strength for you to endure your loss and for the passage of time to ease your burden.
Sincerely and with utmost respect,
Maria
Peggy Childers
February 6, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet:
Remembering Christopher 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
Donna Gillette
December 6, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Kenna Larra
November 10, 2009
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Cozette Haggerty
September 6, 2009
Re: SPC Christopher Sweet
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,800 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!
Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls
Betty Nielsen
May 25, 2009
You should be receiving a quilt from Freedom Quilts real soon if you haven't received it already. It is our way of saying we care and we want to bring you some comfort. Shed your tears on your quilt wrap yourself and let it be arms wrapping you with love and comfort. OUr deepest sympathy for the pain you now carry with you. We thank you for being into this world a hero that stood tall and gave of himself for others. I know a mother would rather have her son in her arms safe instead of burying him and dealing with a pain like no other pain. We are here if you need us if you need to have someone reach out and pray with you for strenght my email my dear is [email protected] my website is www.freedomquilts.net the quilts are for all the parents and spouse that have lost a love one since September 11, 2001 that is when I started this project and that is why I'm still at it. With total honor and respect these quilts are made for the families that lost so much just so the rest of us could enjoy freedom.
Kenna Larra
May 18, 2009
“Honor and Remember” – [email protected] / www.heropaintings.com. Please know that you are not alone when you grieve for our fallen heroes.
Sincerely and respectfully,
Kenna
Gary Tolle
April 19, 2009
Chris, I just wanted to say thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation. Like so many others you have volunteered to serve our country and protect the vary freedom America was built on. Please know Chris that you like so many other fallen brother and sisters in arms that you will never be forgotten and you are heroes to us all. My nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward also paid the ultimate price on 5/6/08 while on a routine patrol in Anbar Province as an MP. His unit was ambushed and came under small arms fire and he was taken from us. Not a day goes by that I do not think of him and all our brave heroes serving in our armed services. I stand tall and salute you Chris and will forever honor the memory of you along with my nephew. To the Sweet family words cannot express enough the pain both our families now must endure and my prayer is that the memory of your brave hero carry you through each day as you cope with this tragic loss. Since the loss of my nephew I have written on every single legacy page of every fallen soldier and included a photo of my nephew. I encourage you to do the same to Aaron's page. I have done this to honor my nephew but to let you know your loved one is not alone and my nephew is with him and they are now in God's gracious hands waiting for us to join them one day. From the bottom of my heart please except my sincere condolences and may the memories of your Hero carry you through each day for he will never be forgotten!
Gary Allain
April 7, 2009
SPC. CHRISTOPHER P SWEET
You are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever
Stephanie Rafoss
March 12, 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
Johnny Aguirre PFC
March 4, 2009
Dear Sweet Family,
My deepest condolences on your loss. I was in the same company (Alpha) during his time in Kansas. We were not the best of buddies but, It still is an honor to have met and shared words with him. This has definitely hit close to my heart and I hold what little time I knew him very fondly. He was a good Soldier. A hard working individual and truly an American Hero... May God hold him in his grace. HOOAHH!
Bryan Richardson
March 1, 2009
I was his squad leader during his time in Kansas. He was a great Soldier and friend. He will be missed.
Jaime Lugo
February 28, 2009
I'm sorry to say I did not know Christpher. My Mortuary affairs team in Balad, Iraq. Did all they could for Christopher to get home to his family. We will never forget him.
Susan Hood
February 27, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Sweet family. While I didn't know Christopher personally, it is because of the dedication of people like him that we as Americans have been allowed to enjoy our freedoms. There is no greater sacrifice than giving your life for your country. My prayers are with you today, and always.
CINDY AND MAKAYLA RHODES
February 24, 2009
I DID NOT KNOW MR.SWEET BUT I WANT HIS FAMILY TO KNOW THAT MY DAUGHTER AND I OUR THANKFUL FOR ALL THAT YOUR SON DID FOR US.IT TAKES A STRONG PERSON TO DO THAT.WE ALSO HAVE A COUISN OVER THERE FIGHTING FOR US AND WE PRAY FOR THEM ALL EVERYDAY.PLEASE KNOW HE IS WATCHING YOU EVERYDAY AND WILL BE WITH YOU AS LIFE GOES ON.HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND WILL ALWAYS BE A HERO TO US AND EVERYONE HE KNEW AND DIDNT KNOW.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING YOUR SON TO SERVE FOR US AND FIGHT FOR WHAT HE THOUGHT WAS RIGHT.PLEASE KNOW YOU HAVE MANY FRIENDS THAT YOU HAVENT GOT TO KNOW BUT WE ARE ALL PRYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.THANK YOU AGAIN AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR NEVER FORGOTTEN SON.
Soldiers' Angels Dawn Claro
February 22, 2009
My most sincere condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Holbrook
February 21, 2009
Sweet I miss you already big guy. I should've let you beat me lol when we did combatives all the time. Your my buddy and always will be. God bless you and your family. I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch as much as I should have. R.I.P
Debbi
February 20, 2009
To the parents and family, 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 heal you as He gives comfort to you today.
goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
February 20, 2009
Hey sweet man! its your boy from korea..nguyen..man im soo sry that your gone man! i know we did have the best realtionship but you were always someone that our platoon can count on to do anything. and i really thank you for that..you will be trully miss!!!..god bless you and your family!!!!
spc nguyen
February 20, 2009
To the Sweet family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I did not know Christopher personally. BUt, I would like to “thank you” to him and his family for making such a sacrifice for our countries freedom. Without men and women like him, we would not live a country that is free. May God comfort you in your time of grief and leave you with many good memories of Christopher. God bless you. And may God bless this country, and keep those in harms way safe.
A Proud United States Citizen
MacDaniel
February 20, 2009
To the Sweet family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Christophers' 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
A WV Army Soldiers Family
February 20, 2009
May time heal a lot of your pain and anguish. May you always have precious memories of SPC. Sweet. He is one of our fallen heroes.
Margie Palmatier
February 19, 2009
I give you my heartfelt condolences.
Our only child was killed in Iraq on 2/24/2005. If you ever feel the need to talk to someone who can understand please e-mail me.
I pray for peace daily.
God bless you.
Debbie M.
February 19, 2009
We are only able to enjoy the freedom of our nation because of the men and women who serve and protect our country. Your son was a hero in our eyes. I am so sorry for the pain your family is feeling but know this community has all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Carroll R. Michaud, USAF Ret'd
February 19, 2009
Final Roll Call
Did you hear the sad news today?
A brave American Soldier, SPC. Christopher P. Sweet has passed away.
Called by the Supreme Commander over all.
Today he has made his final roll call.
Come fellow Warriors; let us reverently bow and pray
For our valiant comrade, who has fallen this day.
We’ll drape his casket with a banner of beautiful hues,
Those glorious American colors: red, white and blue.
That star spangled banner he gallantly fought to defend,
Unyielding and undaunted, he fought to win.
He fought bravely and he passed the battle test.
Now the Supreme Commander grants him, “eternal rest”.
With dignity and honor, we’ll commit his body to the ground,
The bugler will sound “Taps” and we’ll fire the volley rounds.
The final military honors we’ll render somberly and ever so sadly;
“Old Glory” we’ll solemnly precisely fold and reverently give to his family.
Each Memorial Day we will recall Christopher P. Sweet’s name,
And attest that his supreme sacrifice was not in vain;
For this lasting legacy he gave to all generations;
“It’s honorable to respect our flag and to defend our great nation.”
So close ranks fellow warriors, for our ranks are thinning.
We must keep on fighting and keep on winning.
With pride and honor we’ll march and stand tall,
And we’ll proudly - proudly - salute “Old Glory”
‘til we too make our final roll call.
Farewell SPC. Christopher P. Sweet - Be At Ease; Rest In Peace
Linda Norris
February 18, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 17, 2009
I can only imagine your pain at having to lose such a great young man. From reading the obituary it is easy to see the great pride you had for him. We who enjoy the freedom of this country are so pleased that this young man gave his life for us. May God comfort you in your time of grief and leave you with many good memories of Christopher. God bless you.
Mary
February 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you find comfort and strength from family and friends. Cherish the memories of your loved one and the time you had with him on this earth. God bless you.
The Moore Family
February 17, 2009
May God Bless You, Spc Christopher Sweet. Thank you and your family for your service in the military.
Jaime L. Houle
February 17, 2009
I never had the honor of knowing SPC Sweet but I want to thank him for his heroism to protect and serve. My SINCEREST condolences, thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. As a daughter of a Marine Corp Vietnam Vet father, I salute you!
With heartfelt sympathy,
Joe Ashcraft
February 17, 2009
To the Sweet Family,
I as well as many other veterans would like to wish you my most sincere condolences for the loss of your son and to thank him for his service and ultimate sacrifice for his country. You should be very proud of what a fine young man you raised and I am sure love dearly. It is hard to suffer the loss of a loved one, but he is now above us guarding you and the rest of America from terrorist. I am unable to line the route to Camp Butler on Thursday, but my heart will be there and I will be saluting a fallen comrade.
SHIRLEY DONEY
February 16, 2009
REST IN PEACE SPC. SWEET, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
February 15, 2009
Although we do not know one another, my family would like to express our sincerest condolences to your family. We TRULY appreciate SPC Sweet serving our country in such an honorable fashion. He will be in our thoughts and prayers. Hold onto your memories.
God Bless you all.
Craig & Marty Dahlquist
February 15, 2009
We would like to extend our sympathy on your loss, and to express our thanks for Spc. Christopher P. Sweet's service to our country, as well as the service and sacrifice of his family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
SSG Burnett (ret)
February 15, 2009
To the parents of SPC Sweet, I came back from Iraq 02/05. It was rough. I know the kind of loss you are feeling. please to everone who reads this, we are not forgotten, but missed, SPC sweet you are in just a better place. He did his job better than most. Thank you. OIF VET II
Alice Tyus-Winters
February 15, 2009
I did not know this young man but my heart go out to your family. Thank you for letting him serve us.
DAVID COE
February 15, 2009
my heart goes out to this man and you the family i hope these words and the tear in my eye will let you know you are not alone
Pat Schad
February 15, 2009
SPC Sweet, You made the ultimate sacrifice for your country. God bless you and your family. Commander, Chatham American Legion, Post 759
Jen Donldson
February 15, 2009
Christopher is a true hero. I am very sorry for your lost. My heart goes out to your family.
Friends of the family
February 15, 2009
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.
February 14, 2009
To the family of Christopher P. Sweet
On behalf of Springfield Fire Fighters Local 37 we would like to offer our sincere condolences in this time of sorrow.
Captain Reg Davis
Amy Teeter
February 14, 2009
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My family thanks Spc. Sweet for his sacrifice. I will keep your family in my prayers. God Bless
Friends of Sherman
February 14, 2009
Christopher thank you for your life and service to this great country we live in. Only two people have died for our freedom Jesus and the American Soldier. My words cannot begin to even touch on the grief your family endures. Have a peaceful and wonderful journey brother and may you always be in the hearts of your friends and family.
Godspeed
Debbie Benge
February 14, 2009
To Spc. Christopher Sweet's Family and Friends
I would like offer my condolences to all of you. Its hard to loose a child as we all hear. He was brave, he stood for our freedom. Hold faith in our Creator and know that Christopher is looking down along with others that have gone before us knowing the love and support that is shown.
Debbie Benge
Proud Army Mom Richard
Kansas Patriot Guard Member
Herb Earl
February 14, 2009
God bless you Specialist Sweet, you are definitely a hometown hero. Also to your family and friends, you will all be in my thoughts today and for many days to come, God bless and Godspeed. Herb Earl, US Army 76 - 82
Kerin Hearn
February 14, 2009
My deepest condolences on your tremendous loss. My son is in the Navy and I can't imagine what you're going through right now. Please remember you're not grieving alone, others feel your pain. Without brave men like Spc Christopher Sweet, we wouldn't have the freedom we enjoy every day. God bless you in your time of need and bring you peace.
Michael and Penny Galassi
February 14, 2009
To the Family of Christopher P. Sweet. You do not know Michael and I but our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We thank him for serving our country. Michael is a Vietnam Veteran also and lost special people and can feel your pain.
Sherry Jennings
February 14, 2009
When reading the obituary one can't help but notice the strong current of patriotism and feel the surge of pride in this young man who so valiantly gave his life. Thank you, American family, for raising a man that protects our freedoms and liberties. Bless you, Christopher Sweet.
Erin Truter
February 14, 2009
To the Family of Christopher Sweet.
Thank you for raising a Strong and Courageous Man. You will remain forever in our hearts.
Don't weep for me
O' Land of the free
When it was my time to fall
'Twas for my country's call
'Twas for the land that I loved,
That I gave my all
And for the land that I loved,
I did freely give
And in her freedom
And her courage
I'll continue to live
Kirk Richardson
February 14, 2009
My wife Beverly and I would like to add our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Christopher Sweet, and profound gratitude to Spc. Sweet for his service to the United States of America. At the same time we bow our heads to bid this heroic American 'farewell', we will all stand a little taller, and draw inspiration from his patriotism and dedication to duty, honor and country.
Thank you, Soldier.
February 14, 2009
A veteran
February 14, 2009
Although I never met him or his family, I would like to express my most sincere condolences to his family. As a father and a brother, I can only imagine the hurt and pain befallen upon each of you. As a veteran, I can only thank you for the sacrifice that Christopher made for all Americans. Surely, God has a special place for him in heaven.
roger horn
February 14, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tammy Brown
February 14, 2009
Thank you for your service to our country.
RICK AND KAREN SETZER
February 14, 2009
TO THE SWEET FAMILY,
MAY GOD EASE YOUR PAIN AT THIS TIME. WE THANK GOD FOR MEN LIKE CHRIS SWEET, WHO GIVE ALL FOR THE REST OF US.
Cynthia Pierce
February 14, 2009
My God be with you at this time. I know what you are going through. It seem like yesterday the knock was at my door. My prays and thoughts are with you at this time
in memory of MSG Davy N. Weaver (KIA 5/18/09)
www.guardiansoldiers.com
Janet Camp
February 14, 2009
Dear Family of SPC Sweet
Words cannot express the loss of your loved one that was helping to care for our country. Please know that I will pray for your healing. Thank you for what you have given all of us.
In Christian Love
Jim Sodaro - Past Commander 2008
February 14, 2009
To the family of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet:
On behalf of the Italian American War Veterans Versace Post 15, I would like to express our deepest condolences to your family, in your time of sorry. We will keep your family in our prayers and have a moment of silence for Spc. Sweet, all of us whom have joined the military, understand that we may have to make the ultimate sacrifice, as did your Son, Brother, Cousin. Please remember he gave his life for his country, and that is something to be exrtremely proud of.
Henryk Zaleski USN (Ret)
February 14, 2009
Rest in peace.
Meaghan Morris
February 14, 2009
I did not know Spc. Sweet, but just wanted to offer my condolences to a brave young man. Thank you for everything you have done to protect and defend this wonderful country that we live in.
Carolyn Evans
February 14, 2009
I was so saddened to hear of yet another soldier losing his life in Iraq. Yet, we are so proud of our soldiers, we value each day of freedom that we have because of young men like Spc. Sweet. They will never be forgotten. Gold Star Mother
Maria Lee
February 14, 2009
I've been a friend of Christopher's half brother Nate, for a few years now and my prayers are with him and his family at this time. What a terrible loss. Our prayers are with him and his family.
Harry and Pamela Skaggs-Stark
February 14, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Peggy Childers
February 13, 2009
To the family of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet:
Christopher 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
Sandy Bonesteel
February 13, 2009
The men and women who serve in our Armed Forces hold a very special place in my heart. May the family of Spc. Christopher P. Sweet know that they are in the thoughts and prayers of others.
Kevin Gibbons
February 12, 2009
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
February 12, 2009
Father we entrust our brother Christopher to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Christopher in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Shelley H - Blue Star Mom
February 12, 2009
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC Christopher Sweet 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.
Christopher P. Sweet
February 12, 2009
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
February 12, 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 Spc. Christopher P. Sweet our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Chris. And to Chris it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country while opposing enemy forces in Iraq. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Chris, 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 Chris’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Vickie Turner-Garrison
February 11, 2009
My deepest and Heartfelt sympathy goes out to all who loved Christopher...Heroes never die they live on in the hearts and memories of those who loved them...I will never forget the sacrifice Christopher made for his country...God Bless...
Soldier Mom
Aunt to a Hero
PFC. Ricky Lee Turner
KIA 1-16-09
Proud American
Garnet Jenkins
February 11, 2009
In Humble Thanks, to this Brave Young Soldier, 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.
May Spc. Christopher P. Sweet, Rest Safely now, in the Hands of God and may the Peace of God be with the Sweet 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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