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Jim Griese
July 1, 2017
I distinctly remember 10 years ago when, taking a break from my regular duties, I went to the MWR facility at Victory Base Complex (VBC-near Baghdad airport) for a workout. SPC Ring was guarding the facility; we exchanged military courtesy and briefly talked about the hot weather - pretty standard stuff. But as I walked away from the seemingly mundane encounter, I recall thinking about "everyday duty being done by extraordinary Soldiers like her". Don't know why it stuck in my mind, but it did. And the next day, Thursday 5 July, VBC was hit with 5 rockets fired from the south and northeast. There were nine casualties, including one KIA, SPC Michelle Ring, and I immediately recalled our brief conversation just the day before. For some reason, the memory of her quiet professionalism has stuck with me all these years. I will forever be inspired by this hero's service to our country. She is not forgotten.
COL(ret.) Jim Griese
D Butler
October 13, 2015
I am just lost for words. CPL Ring and I attended and graduated basic training together. Our friendship came so natural. Oct 12, 2015 I was going through a post on FB about fallen veterans and was choked up when I saw her picture. Michelle you were an amazing person during the time I have known you and will be truly missed.
SPC Butler
Loreanna McKinney
November 6, 2014
Hello. I am Loreanna McKinney. I am a Senior at Winfield City High School in Winfield, Alabama. In my Goverment class, we are doing research to find veterans who might have something in common with us. My middle name is Michelle, also. Here at my high school I am apart of many things such as student council, I am vice president of my senior class, clubs, and apart of out high school's dance team. Without your sacrafice, I would not be able to tkae part in all these things and be blessed with the freedoms that I have. No amount of thanks will ever be enough, but I would just like to say thank you for defending our country. I am honored to get to share a name with such a wonderful woman. Thank you again. If you would like ot contact me, please email my teacher at [email protected].
Cynthia Rerko
May 27, 2013
Today, on Memorial Day 2013, we at MamaWorks honor Michelle and other military moms who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
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Peggy Childers
July 31, 2012
July 5, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Michelle R. Ring:
Always remembering Michelle. "Some gave all."
H. P.
July 10, 2012
R.I.P. Michelle. Ring
You will not be forgotten for the sacrifice you have made with your life for the freedom of others. There is a reward for those who do so and that reward is Heaven-- where you are now. Live good in heaven along with your almighty God.
H. P.
July 6, 2012
R.I.P. Michelle Ring
There is a reward for the sacrifice you have made with your life : Heaven , where you are now. Live good in heaven with your almighty God. May you have an eternal life there.
SPC PAUL
June 7, 2012
I cant believe that it is going on 6 years since I last saw you. I still remember coming to the motor pool and talking crap with you and Wilson. You are still thought of often and missed very much. God Bless you.
amanda watson/murray
December 27, 2011
merry christmas michelle!!!! you will forever be in my heart
H. P.
July 9, 2011
R.I.P. SPC.Micheller R. Ring
You will be remembered for ever for the sacrifice you have made fore the freedom of others. Live good in heaven alongside the almighty God. God bless you
Peggy Childers
July 5, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Michelle R. Ring:
Please accept my remembrance of Michelle on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
July 5, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Michelle R. Ring:
Remembering Michelle on the anniversary of her passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
July 8, 2009
To the family of Spc. Michelle R. Ring:
Michelle 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
Cozette Haggerty
June 8, 2009
Re: SPC Michelle R Ring
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
Tammy Bass
May 31, 2009
Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at a ceremony in Washington DC at the WWII Memorial. Michelle Ring is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06
Marc Anthony with Grandma
Claudia Hopfenspirger
May 29, 2009
Michelle,
Michelle and Marc, thank you for a wonderful 'Grandson". I know you both are watching over us. We love and miss you both so much.
jermaine johnson
May 25, 2009
Michelle you are missed its been almost three years since you were taken from us. i pray for your family everyday. it was an honor to serve with you.
Cozette Haggerty
April 30, 2009
Re: SPC Michelle R. Ring
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,700 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
Kenna Larra
December 30, 2008
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In Memory of Michelle Raylene ~ (Debra Estep)
July 5, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers,
especially her sons, Marc and Brandon.
I did not know Michelle, but I am remembering
her service. She is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
June 30, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Ring!
Shirley
March 25, 2008
I wanted you to know that your loved one will never be forgotten and neither will the sacrifice she and your family made. My thoughts are with you.
March 11, 2008
Michelle and her boys
March 11, 2008
January 8, 2008
To the Ring Family
my heart goes out to you and her sons. I am truly sorry for what has happened that day. I served with your daughter and will always remember her.
Sandi & Pat Breckenridge
September 25, 2007
We Will NEVER FORGET !"
Please KNOW so many people share your sadness,
and we are remembering your family in your loss and your deep grief.
Our nations HERO, Spc. Michelle R. Ring, will be remembered by name.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May we always remember:
FREEDOM ISN'T FREE!
William Farrell
September 15, 2007
My sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of SPC Ring. It hurts me to see so many young die in this war. I would have traded places with her. May she rest in peace and God bless her family.
Sincerely,
William L. Farrell
SFC, US Army MP, Ret.
ann marie bloxom
September 15, 2007
To Michelle family,
Just read about your daughter. Her life touched my heart. Please e-mail me if their is anything I can do for her sons. I think she is truly a courageous women and one to be respected and always remembered.
August 19, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Ring and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses her! May God bless all of you!!
Janet Mattson
August 7, 2007
Our fallen hero, Spc. Michelle R. Ring, will never be forgotten and I thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice to our country.
My deepest thoughts and prayers for her family in this great time of sorrow and need.
And to her sons, May you grow up knowing what a very special woman your mother was. Many Americans across this great country of ours are grateful to her for the great sacrifice she made.
She will never be forgotten.
From a mother-in-law of one serving in Baghdad and a PROUD Soldiers’Angel.
Jeff Demos
August 5, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Anna Dickerson
July 28, 2007
Having just lost my grandson in Iraq this past month, I am well aware no words can replace our precious loved one. But...do know we,too, recognize the sacifice she made to served our country. She will always be held in high esteem and respect for what she gave for the rest of us. May God bless her and bless you through this very difficult time...My prayers are with you..
Mary Booth
July 28, 2007
I did not know Michelle but she gave her life for me and our country. How can I not be grateful for the ultimate sacrifice she gave? My heart goes out to her boys and her family. Know that she will not be forgotten and that her sacrifice has touched many people who did not know her. May the Lord comfort you at this time and give you peace and strength.
Arrow Litster
July 27, 2007
Having lived for many years in Alaska, I was saddened to hear of another loss from the area. But then I learned that Michelle and I both come form the same area. (I grew up in Salem and recently came home.) It breaks my heart everytime one of our children are taken 'over there', but touches me even deeper when it is 'family'. Though I am not a religious person, may you find solace and understanding from the strength you receive in your faith. May her boys grow to love her more now than ever before and may life give them all they shall ever need or deserve. My thoughts and wishes are with you and yours at this time of loss. -Arrow Litster in Salem, Oregon
Dean Dreeszen
July 27, 2007
I did not know Michelle but I did know she was a soldier, serving her country and for that she will not be forgotten. For Michelle's family nothing can be said to ease your loss except to say our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Phyllis
July 27, 2007
To Michelle's family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know Michelle, but wanted to say Thank You for serving our country. Because of men & women, like Michelle we get to live in this great country. My prayers are with you and her 2 boys.
Althea B
July 25, 2007
May God bless you and yours. Sorry for your great loss. I wish to express my deepest sympathies to you and yours. Please know that there are people out here who do care and your HERO will never be forgotten as she is our HERO too. Hold tight to your memories. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY.
Ronn Massie
July 23, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Michelle.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Michelle for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Edward Satterfield
July 23, 2007
Michelle,
You were a strong, self-determined soldier. Thank you for all the good times we had together and the help you provided for me. You are truely missed here in the motorpool.
Jessica Bell
July 22, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to your entire family and all the friends of this brave soul. You are not alone in your grieving, too many know the horrible pain you are experiencing. Wear your gold star pin with pride and close to your heart. In loving memory of my little brother, Cpl. Michael W. Davis, 22, KIA 5/21/2007 Baghdad Iraq
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 19, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HER BEAUTIFUL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR HER LITTLE ONES. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Claudia Hopfenspirger
July 18, 2007
Michelle,
So proud of your courage..So proud of what a wonderful mother you have been. You brought a beautiful grandson into my life. When you see Marc (my son) in 'Heaven', give him a big hug and kiss for me..tell him how he is so missed here. You my darling will be also. I am proud of 'both of you'. You and Marc are now together for eternity, may you enjoy each other forever.
Caryn Morris
July 17, 2007
SPC RING;
Morris loved how you always talked about Marc and Brandon, you were his gym partner. Morris thought it was right for me (his wife) and two boys to attend your memorial service on July 13th.. My heart broke during the 21 gun salute, the boys heart broke, but worst of all Morris lost a friend and was crushed. You will be missed, watch over my solider. You will always be in our hearts and we will never forget
./Salute
Caryn R. Morris
SSG. Morris, Edward L
Baghdad Iraq/Fort Benning GA
Melinda Volner
July 13, 2007
To the Family of Michelle Ring....Michelle was assigned to me by Soldiers Angels, an organization that i recently joined. I was committed to writing her often, and sending atleast one care package per month. We had only been connected for 2 short months, but i enjoyed our email exchanges. Until now, viewing the websites with her death information, i had never known what Michelle looked like. Just viewing her pictures for the first time. What a huge loss. I offer the family my deepest condolences, and i wish to pay you my condolences via phone, or email, at a time when you see fit. Please contact me when you see fit, i would love to hear a little more about Michelle. My warmest regards to you in your time of grief, and doubly to Michelle's young children. You're in my prayers.
Regards,
Soldiers Angel
Melinda Volner
Davenport, Iowa
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
July 12, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love from a RN in Gainesboro -
"MOTHER'S NOT GONE"
by- Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
When I was just a babe in arms,
You sheltered me from all harms;
Tucked me in, and fixed a light,
In case I was frightened in the night.
A MOTHER'S LOVE will never die,
You still reach out whene'r I cry;
As through the paths of life I trod
You made me know the Face of GOD.
Now you are Up There, side-by-side,
And still I know you are my guide;
It took me years to realize,
That was HIM there in your eyes.
Now I know you're in the plan,
You're part of GOD, I think a Hand;
MOTHER, dear, I know you're not gone,
You're the Hand that waits to lift me HOME!
God bless and keep you every day!PJ
beverly light
July 12, 2007
As I read the local paper today from Kingsport, Tn, I saw the article about another hero whose life has been lost to this thing we call war, in Iraq. As a gold star mother myself I can relate to the pain and suffering her family will have to endure in the future. Please go to God in your hour of grief-he is the only one who will help you through this. The loss of a child is the most deepest kind of heartache a parent can ever feel. No matter the age, a child is always your child. In a mother's eyes they are still small children. To Michelle's parents I pray for peace of mind and the knowledge that she was and always will be a hero to our country. To her sons, may her pictures always remind them of the love she had for them and the courage it took to leave them and go to war so they may have freedom for the rest of their lives to live as they and WE please. I know words cannot soften your heart at this time but just know-you are not alone-there are so many more of us out here that have went through the exact same thing you are going through. It will be a rough road ahead. May God walk with you in your time of need and if you would ever need a friend please e-mail me. We can share the tears together. In loving memory of my son Cpl. Robbie Glen Light- KIA-05/01/2006. 1-67AR, 4thID, Ft. Hood,TX
Tom Gugliuzza
July 12, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ring family in the loss of Michelle. I did not know Michelle, 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. Michelle 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"
~Robert Orr~
Dave Conner
July 12, 2007
My Uncle, Erroll Conner lived in Martin and owned the dry cleaners there in town near the college. He passed away just a few years ago. He was a WWII Vet and he loved his country. He taught us that there was no greater honor in America than fighting to protect this land.
I know God will bless you and your family at this time and I know that there is a special place in heaven for brave souls such as Michelle.
Vickie Teague Soldiers Angels
July 12, 2007
To the Stearns family, May God hold you in his comforting arms in this dark time. Marc and Brandon, your mommy was a true hero, always be proud of her and what she stood for. I will never forget the sacrifice she made so that we could all be free. Thank you Specialist Michelle Ring for your brave service. May God bless you all.
Brenda H.
July 11, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
tricia luttrull
July 11, 2007
Thank You Spc. Michelle R. Ring. You gave your all for my freedom. God bless your family.
Courtney Petersen
July 10, 2007
Michelle,
As a close friend of your sisiter I can not tell you how you have touch her life so. She is a strong loving porson who will be forever loset with out you. You must have been one amazing person to have done for us what you did. You gave your life to better ours and I thank you for that. You will be greatly missed by so many and never forgotten by all. My heart is with your family and friends in this time. May your memorie live on in the hearts of your sons forever. I sure wish I could have had a chance to know such a Hero as your self Michelle. Thanks again for your protection. We love you Michelle...
d sims
July 10, 2007
I am so soryy for your lost, each day I watch the board of our heros and wonder who they are. I have never met her, but I feel as though we owe it to you to tell you we appreciate her and may God Bless your family during this time.
Dionka
Sandy Bonesteel
July 10, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is in the Army and deployed; I want to send my condolences.
Donna Hewell
July 10, 2007
I am so sorry about the loss of your daughter, Spec. Micelle Ring. My heart breaks for you and your family. You will be in my prayers. Donna Hewell, mother of a soldier, Sgt. Shannon Taylor KIA,8/14/05,3/278thACR
July 9, 2007
An Angel named Michelle has entered the gates of heaven. She will always be beautiful and happy and young. She will always be with those she loves....God bless her family and friends. With Love, T
Sister of a Fallen Marine......
Garnet Jenkins
July 9, 2007
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Spc. Michelle R. Ring,
The Price this Brave Young Soldier and this family have paid for our Country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Michelle rest safely now, in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Ring family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, 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 ~
Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Grateful Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
SHIRLEY DONEY
July 8, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Linda Clifton
July 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gary Allain
July 7, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
valorie
July 7, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. 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 now they are 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. KIA 3/25/007
deborah rivers
July 7, 2007
Though this soldier is not yet known except to their unit or families, my grief for the loss of you son/daughter is felt. I know what it's like to loose your child in war as my son was killed in action too. It feels that your heart has been ripped from you and you don't understand why this happened to your child. I've felt all you will feel in the coming days and weeks and though I’m not close in relation to area, but I am very close by email. I offer any support to you and your family that I can. It's with the Grace of God that I've gotten through each day and with His healing love and comfort that I've been able to once again sleep at night and not cry each day. Believe me I do know how hard it is. May God continue to heal you and your family and contact me when and if you are ever ready, even if it's to vent or cry.
In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq with the 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne Div
Carol Cline
July 7, 2007
Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
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