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BUNTING BRIAN M. BUNTING "Bubba" On Tuesday, February 24, 2009, in Kandahar, Afghanistan, BRIAN M. BUNTING of Potomac, MD. Beloved husband of Nicole Pascal Bunting; father of Connor M. Bunting; son of Robert C. Bunting, Sr. and the late Penelope A. Bunting; brother of Robert Bunting, Jr., Christopher Bunting, Stephanie Graver, Michele Bunting and Kimberly Bunting; grandson of Marguerite Norris and Edgar Cathell. Relatives and friends may call at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 9200 Kentsdale Drive, Potomac, MD on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. with Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, March 7 at 2 p.m. Shuttle bus service available at Bullis High School, arrive by 1:30 p.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery with Full Military Honors on March 16 at 11:30 a.m., assemble at Administration Building by 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to USAA College Savings Plan, for the benefit of Connor M. Bunting and their expectant child, PO Box 83444, Gaithersburg, MD 20883-3444.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Bunting
Charlie Gili
February 23, 2019
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Brian M. Bunting US Army Captain.
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, 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
Patrick Query
November 20, 2014
I meet on a committee weekly at West Point under a wall with photos of seventeen engineering grads headed "Our Fallen Graduates." All semester I've kept gazing at Brian's face and just loving that big grin. So I decided to read a bit about him online, and what I learned confirms just what I thought, based on that picture. I never met him, but I wish I had. Please accept my sympathy and my love. He was a beautiful person.
Peggy Childers
February 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Capt. Brian Bunting:
Please accept my remembrance of Brian on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Kay
August 19, 2011
My deepest sympathies go out to this family. A true hero now sleeps.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
July 15, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Peggy Childers
February 24, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Brian Bunting:
Remembering Brian on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Bob Bunting
March 10, 2010
Deae Son, As I stand here by your grave and on this hollow ground, it is a stark reminder what price we have to pay for our freedom. My heart is heavy with sadness and my body is filled with grief and pain. When on that terrible morning that I got the news you were kiied on the battlefield in Afghanistan, I ask God why you, why would God take someone so young and so much to offer in life, why not me. As I cried and the Army Chaplin gave me comfort, I knew God had chosen the best man to carry out his plan. Every morning before I leave for work, I go into the room that I have your pictures and medals and there is a sense of tranquility that seems to lift me up and gets me through the day.You were a terridic father, husband,brother, son, a True American Hero but most of all you were just a great human being. You have two wonderful sons in Connor & Copper and I know with your's and Nicki guiding hands, your sons will be as great as there father is. You have laid a strong foundation for that to happen. Nicki is a wonderful mother and ther is know doubt that your sons will know who there father was and what type of person he truly was and how you touch the hearts of so many. Your mother and I had six wonderful children and I thank God everyday. You will be in my heart forever son and as a father I was truly bless by God to have you in my life.You truly made the world a better place for all of us to enjoy the freedom we have. Rest in Peace and my God Bless You. You will Never Be Forgotten. Love Pops
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 8, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bunting family and friends in their loss of Brian . I did not have the honor or privilege of knowing Brian ,but my heart is saddened by the passing of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring peace to your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about Brian . You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. Nicole it was an honor meeting you and the boys yesterday at ANC.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Gug
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
Donna Gillette
December 5, 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.
Doris Giraud
November 10, 2009
To the Bunting Family, we have never met but I work with Sue Bunting at Northwest High School. I was supposed to walk the 5K but never made it due to the fact that I found out that I have cancer again. Nicki, you have been an inspiration to me and to all. Brian, you would be exceptionally proud of her and what she has accomplished. I wished that I could have met you but I will meet Nicki one of these day. God Bless You All.
Kenna Larra
November 10, 2009
”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! Over 1,800 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 some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we 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
Renae Hall
November 10, 2009
Brian, I just wanted to thank you for your service. You would be so proud of your wife, her commitment to honor your life, and your new son. You are a true American Hero and your family is an inspiration.
Edward Liu
October 6, 2009
I'm terribly sorry I only learned about the Brian Bunting 5K run after the fact - this is something i would've greatly enjoyed participating in. Will certainly take part in the future if held again.
CPT Bunting, you are an American hero, as are all who rest in Arlington National Cemetery's sacred SECTION 60. This nation is stronger due to your efforts and bravery. Words cannot express how indebted we are to you and your family. All of you are America's finest. I promise I will stop and pay homage to you every time I am at SEC 60. All of you are amazing heroes. I promise that none of you will ever be forgotten. That is my pledge to you. Nobody in that area will ever be alone. Not for a second. A nation's eternal love for its most sacred heroes will always permeate those grounds. I promise you that.
Marc Paugh
July 6, 2009
To the Bunting family, I send my deepest regards and was deeply bothered by the the loss of Brian.I can remember him as a skinny happy lucky kid of 12 when I first met him,I was brought into the home as a Navy buddy of his brother Chris and quickly realized the amount of love that this family had in their home.This is truely an all American family and my heart goes out to all.I am currently serving my second tour in Iraq and regret the fact that I could not attend this Warrior's funeral.Someday I will return to Arlington to personally say goodbye to Bubba. I can be contacted at [email protected],I would love to talk to you Chris, your freind Marc
Betty Nielsen
June 25, 2009
To the family of Brian our deepest sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you for your pain is not an easy one to deal with. There are no words that can express the pain you are going through right now. My name is Betty Nielsen founder of Freedom Quilts and we would be honor to send you a quilt to honor Brian a man of honor and courage. This country was alot to be thankful for because of men like Brian we enjoy the freedom that some people don't stop and think how it comes about. Brian like so many kept this country safe so this country is honor to have soldier like Brian. His families like others pay the price a huge price and that sadden me because for our freedom some one has given their lives and have left family member to mourn their loss. You Brian will not be forgotten he will live on. My email is [email protected] and my website is www.freedomquilts.net if you ever would like to get a hold of me. Take care and God blesses
Kenna Larra
May 14, 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
Brian, 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 Brian 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 Brian and will forever honor the memory of you along with my nephew. To the Bunting 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!
Suzanne MacDaniel
April 15, 2009
To the Bunting family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Brians' 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
~ Suzanne MacDaniel
Debbi
April 10, 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 and for the rest of your lives.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
Gary Allain
April 3, 2009
CAPT. BRIAN BUNTING
you are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever
Valorie
March 22, 2009
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March 2007.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. 3/25/07
Marek
March 20, 2009
GOD bless you and your family. The price of Freedom is visible here. Life is priceless as is Our freedom. Thank you for your Service Capt. Bunting and Godspeed.
Roxanne Sweeney
March 18, 2009
My family is praying for the Buntings and we are forever grateful for the service Capt. Bunting gave to our country. It is with much sadness that I have shared his story with my two young boys as we said our prayers at bed time last night. God please bless you in this very difficult time.
March 17, 2009
Brian, may you rest in peace. Thank you for your service to our great country. To your wife, children, family and friends - thank you for your hero! He is surely watching over all of you from Heaven and he will never be forgotten for his bravery and sacrifice. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Gale Poindexter
March 17, 2009
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Capt Brian Bunting. 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.myspace.com/tulsaok1nurse
March 16, 2009
Deepest sympathy to your family. Your soilder will never be forgotten, and neither will your family. We will remember you everyday in our prayers.
Kerin Hearn
March 13, 2009
Deepest condolences on your tremendous loss from my military family to yours. Please remember you're not grieving alone, others feel your pain. Without brave men like Capt Brian Bunting, I would not have the freedom I enjoy every day. I feel it's my duty now to pay respect to him for his ultimate sacrifice. God bless you in your time of need and bring you peace.
gary Allain
March 13, 2009
Capt. Brian Bunting
you are my hero may god keep you in his arms forever
Peggy Wertheim
March 12, 2009
Dearest Nicki, Connor and the Bunting, Pascal and Link Families,
My heartfelt sympathies to you! My thoughts and prayers have been with you every day these past weeks.
With love,
Peggy
Henryk Zaleski USN (Ret)
March 12, 2009
Rest in peace.
Peggy Childers
March 11, 2009
To the family of Capt. Brian Bunting:
Brian 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
Michael & Rosalie McGinley
March 10, 2009
Bunting Family, with great condolences we send this. May the Lord be with you in this time of sorrow. We know Chris thru our son Chris.
Garnet Jenkins
March 10, 2009
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Capt. Brian Bunting. The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Brian Rest Safely now, in the Loving Hands of God and may the Healing Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Bunting 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.
"Cast thy burden upon the Lord and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~
Sincerely hoping that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the difficult days ahead, as this Grateful Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A True American Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
March 10, 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 Capt Brian Bunting our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Brian. And to Brian 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 Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Brian, you are a brave American 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 Brian’s family and loved ones.
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
SHIRLEY DONEY
March 10, 2009
REST IN PEACE CAPT. BUNTING, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
March 10, 2009
Father we entrust our brother Brian 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 Brian in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Vickie Turner-Garrison
March 10, 2009
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all who knew and loved Brian...Heroes never die they live on in the hearts and memories of those who knew and loved them...I will never forget the sacrifice Brian made for this country...God Bless
Soldier Mom
Aunt to a Hero PFC. Ricky Lee Turner
KIA 1-16-2009
Proud American
Captain Bunting
March 9, 2009
Kim Ford
March 7, 2009
We remember Bubba on the wrestling team at Bullis. Both my sons were on the team: David and Chris Ford '01. Our daughter, Anne '99, was a year younger than Bubba. We all send our condolences and know that Bubba is still with you. Love, Kim and Jim Ford
Peg Person
March 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you for your service, Bubba, you will surely be missed.
Liz Meltzer (Bullis '00)
March 5, 2009
Although I haven't seen Bubba since high school, I am incredibly saddened to hear this terrible news. The Bubba I remember from years ago was exactly as everyone describes him - a great, smiling, happy person that everyone wanted to be around. What a loss it is to everyone who knew him, particularly his wife and children. He will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Hilary Rubin
March 5, 2009
Dear Bunting Family,
Although I did not know Brian directly, I did know of your family very well through the Bullis community. My boys came into Bullis while Penny was still in the Upper School office. Brian had his Mom's smile. A great, young man to be admired and missed. My condolences
to you all.
H. Rubin-Goldberg
George N. King, Jr.
March 4, 2009
Dear Bunting Family,
My wife, Charliese, and I send our sincerest condolences. We got to know Bubba and his wonderful family during our years at Bullis (1992-1996). After the shock of the sad news began to subside, the first memory that came to mind was Bubba's infectious smile and his genuinely warm and welcoming personality. Although he was taken from form his family and friends much too soon, the impact he had on all of us will live on forever, just as his great smile (a smile he inherited from both his wonderful parents, Penny and Bob) was the first thing we remembered. We will continue to include you in our prayers as you deal with this tragic loss.
Sincerely,
George and Charliese King
DEBRA SAVAGE
March 4, 2009
Nicole and Conner, My deepest condolences go out to you. I am so glad to hear the good news for you. Just remember that Bubba is alway with you. He gave up his life for our country. Remember all the love you had with him while he was here on earth. Dee Savage (Jen Forman's Mom)
Donna Miller
March 4, 2009
Dear Bunting Family,
We only knew "Bubba" through his mother Penny. She was so very, very proud of him. Please find peace in knowing that so many people were touched by him and that he is now with his mother. Our deepest sympathy to you all and thank you for allowing him to fight for our country so that we all may have peace. Donna and John Miller
Jeanne Catrow
March 4, 2009
Our sincerest condolences to the entire Bunting family. Please know that our prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Brian: Our deepest gratitude for your sacrifice and service. May you rest in the peace of Christ and remain in the palm of His hand.
The Catrow family (friends of the Coppages)
Gabe Ledeen
March 4, 2009
Bubba was a true inspiration for those who followed him. I was a few years behind him at Bullis, but he was well known and respected by all. One of those rare individuals who just "had it", and could effortlessly meet the highest expectations and live up to the highest standards. His legacy is one of honor, selflessness, and dedication, and it inspires all of us to be better than we may believe possible. I am so proud of Bubba for his achievements, for the life he lived, and the impact he had on so many. We mourn his passing, and my sincerest condolences to the Bunting family.
Drew Marusak
March 3, 2009
To the Bunting Family:
My deepest condolences to your family during this tough time.
"Bubbles", you've taught us all by your example in the way you lived your life. The memories of good times had will live on forever!
Linda Dinges
March 3, 2009
No words can ease your pain, but the wonderful memories of his life and legacy of his children will in time. God Bless and grant peace to you all.
Monica Ellis
March 3, 2009
I did not know Brian but work with his sister, Stephanie. Such a young life cut short. May God give you and your family comfort and may holy spirit help you endure.
Jeanette Russell
March 3, 2009
Please accept my regrets and condolences. I graduated from Bullis with your older brother (Class of 88) -- but fondly remember you, your mother, and sister. I am sorry to see you go so young.
You truly made a lasting contribution to this world.
Take care.
Paula Kohlhaas Miller
March 3, 2009
Dear Family of Brian M. Bunting:
I send to you my condolences, my prayers for you to find peacefullness and love that only comes from Him above. Your soldier is now a Hero in Heaven. He gave the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you.
Paula Kohlhaas Miller-Proud GoldSTar MOM/FAMILY of SGT ADAM J KOHLHAAS~KIA 4/21/08~IRAQ~101 Airborne/Ft.Campbell,KY
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