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Bea Morales
October 22, 2018
Thank you for your son's bravery!
Patrick Distin
November 4, 2016
Miss serving with you brother, from boot camp to 3/8. You're always on my mind....
December 19, 2015
He God will call and the dead will answer what a joy this is going to be when our love ones is reunited with us in paradise. You have my deepest sympaty. Jennifer from CLeveland
L K
October 25, 2014
October 24
To family and of SGT Mark P. Adams. My condolence and peace are with you. I hope that the shared moments bring you peace during the loss of you beloved one. Please accept deepest sympathy for loss.
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June 30, 2014
RIP Mark, you are one of a kind!!!
Davis
December 8, 2013
Sgt Mark P. Adams deserves a candle light, gone but not Forgotten. Many tears have been sheded but not invain neither for sadness but in loving memory of a love one. We all look forward for world peace. Please read (Ps 46:9,John 17:3)
Peggy Childers
October 6, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Mark P. Adams:
It has truly been my honor to sign Mark'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 Mark will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Jay` Thompson
August 14, 2013
God bless this soldier and his family.
January 15, 2013
Be at peace.
Peggy Childers
November 22, 2012
October 15, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Mark P. Adams:
Always remembering Mark. "Some gave all."
Brenda Clark
March 29, 2012
I don't know if this is to late to add or not, but thank you for you sacrifice. I will always remember. God Bless Your Family.
March 2, 2012
Stillnot forgottrn We admire soldier such as Sgt Adams. WE know he is resting in peace. I hope his family will be able to have some peace in knowing he lived a life that was well lived.
Peggy Childers
October 15, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Mark P. Adams:
Please accept my remembrance of Mark on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Julio Rodriguez
August 30, 2011
To the families of our American Heroes,
I want to thank each of you for your personal sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the ages to come.
RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20
L Greene
July 1, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May SGT. MARK P. ADAMS rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is. My thoughts and prayers are with MARK and your family. GOD bless~
Servando Alcocer
April 12, 2011
May God comfort Sgt. Mark Adams family. It breaks my heart when America loses another patriotic hero. I wish there was something I could say to easy your pain. In my prayers.
Elizabeth Raab
January 14, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
October 15, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Mark P. Adams:
Remembering Mark 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
barb whitehead
May 25, 2010
The NC Run for the Fallen will honor fallen troops from North Carolina at a Memorial Run on Saturday, May 29th, 8:30am, Ayden Grifton High School track, Hwy 11 S. Ayden NC. Each troop will be honored by a runner/walker who carries a flag in his memory for one mile. Please come join us in honoring our fallen troops. For more information contact Kathy Moore at 252-746-3435 after 5:00pm or email at [email protected]
Bill Edgington
December 27, 2009
Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice, so that myself and others can continue to have freedom.
God Bless You
kay
November 26, 2009
Remembering a hero, something I am thankful for today. Thank you for your sacrifice and bravery dear soldier. You will never be forgotten.
Javier Ortiz Rivera
July 4, 2009
Hey brother,
I hope you enjoy the pin I left for you at your new home. Though we talked a few times, you truly showed me what true patriotism is; by coming back in only because you had not gone to Iraq. Take care, and enjoy the pin!
Bob Marchione
July 2, 2009
I think about you all the time Sgt Adams. Not a day passes that I don't think about you. All the boys from Irish that I stay in contact with always talk about you. Rest in Peace BROTHER,
Mush
mary atwin
June 2, 2009
rest in peace hero..
May 24, 2009
I was honored to walk a mile with Mark's flag yesterday in the 2nd Run for the Fallen sponsored by http://www.give2thetroops.org Greenville, NC. Link to pictures:
http://www.reflector.com/scene-around/scene-around-the-run-for-the-fallen-may-23-621396.html
Julie Rose
May 24, 2009
I was honored to walk a mile with Mark's flag yesterday in the 2nd Run for the Fallen sponsored by http://www.give2thetroops.org Greenville, NC. Link to pictures:
http://www.reflector.com/scene-around/scene-around-the-run-for-the-fallen-may-23-621396.html
Michelle Nebocat
May 23, 2009
Mark I think about you often and will always be thankful for our time together. This week end we honor you and will always remember your sacrifice.
Jeanette Wityk
May 22, 2009
I could not let this Memorial Day pass without acknowledging your sacrifice for your country. Please know that there are many of us that do remember and mourn your loss. You are a hero and you will be forever remembered.
Kenna Larra
May 22, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
rene adams
March 22, 2009
From: Rene' Adams - Marks mom
I want to say thank you for signing Marks Guest Book. Today I pulled up the Guest Book and was reading and it is so specail to hear from the guys that knew Mark. This is only to second time I have pulled this up to read. I am going to start looking at it more. I know I have missed a lot of good things and never e-mailed back. It is hard sometimes but God has been good and I know where Mark is at - Absent from the body present with the Lord-
I will try and e-mail the ones who leaves a contact message.
Thanks again from the bottom of my heart for sending your kind thoughts.
Marks mom- Rene'
kevin gibbons
March 17, 2009
To The Family Of Sgt Adams,
I Cannot Describe The Pain Of Losing A Loved One Especially If Its To The War. Its Been Three Years Since Mark Left . I Never Got To Know Him I Heard Of Him From One Of My Brothers Who Lived Down In NC And Is A Solider. Also I Have 2 Other Brothers Fighting And My Mom Cannot Expect The Fact That Her Next Two Sons Want To Leave To Go Fight. She Had To raise 12 children 6 boys and 6 girls I Just Hope Mark is looking down on my three brothers right now and telling them to be careful, until we meet again some day sgt adams thanks for givng me the chance i have to live in this country your bravery, sacrifice and courage wont be forgotten. as the song by lee greenwood describes "im proud to be an american" my brother greg wont forget you mark as he thinks of you every single day he knows you're his angel and my family can accept that
thanks for watching over him these past 4 years since hes been in the war.
jack white
January 28, 2009
praise for fallen heros would pass the top of the tallest mountains. we cannot say enough good thots for our fallen heros.
Andrew Ingram
December 10, 2008
I cant believe its been 3 years already. I miss Mark everyday. He was an inspiration too us all and the best leader a Marine could ask for! I honored Marks memory at my wedding in June, because he kept us safe when he was there always looking out for his Marines before anything else. As a fellow NCO I act in the same way and thank him for that role model.
James M. Koster
November 11, 2008
Dear Brave Sgt. Mark P. Adams,
In times of war the good leave us to do their duty. Sometimes they never return. And we do miss them. Know this Mark, you are missed by many more than just your immediate circle of family and friends. The rest of us mourn the loss of a great spirit who could have accomplished so much more had he had more time. And from what I've read about you, what you could have accomplished would have helped us all. Sleep well dear son of proud parents and brother of us all. When you wake up you will once again know the peace, warmth and safety of your parents arms.
In Memory of Mark ~ (Debra Estep)
October 16, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Mark, but I am remembering
his service. He 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
October 15, 2008
Mark,
Thinking and praying for you on the 3rd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Peggy Childers
September 13, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Mark P. Adams:
Mark 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
Kim Smith
August 26, 2008
Although I did not know Sgt. Mark P. Adams, I Hold him and his family in my heart and prayers. Remember when times get tough, that he is looking down from heaven and smiling at you, and protecting you.
Thank You for serving our country to keep us safe, You are a . May He Rest in Peace with the Lord, and Your hearts heal in time.
Proud Wife-to-Be of a Marine in Iraq. Please keep him and all the other Soldiers in your Prayers.
Bob Marchione
June 2, 2008
I've written you in my journals, i've written you on little pieces of paper. I'm having a hard time with everything that happened in Fallujah the first time. I miss you, I love you, You are my brother and mentor.
May 29, 2008
Sgt. Adams is the true definition of the word hero. His choice to defend our country's freedom is tremendously appreciated. His bravery and honor will live on forever.
Courtney Farmer
May 15, 2008
I didnt know Sgt. Adams but he was truly a hero - knowing full well what could await him and still going forward with his convictions of freedom. God bless his family for their sacrifice and for his . Thank you.
May 10, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Adams!
The Buck family
April 22, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Mark P. Adams, our prayers are with you for your loss. What he has done for our country and our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless your family.
Patrick Distin
April 8, 2008
Sgt. Adams,
We went from Parris Island to 3/8 together, and I have never never seen a more capable marine than you. I learned a lot from you brother, you'll never be forgotten
Bruce Scott
March 4, 2008
Dear Phillip and Rene:
I am so saddened by the news that I just found about Mark giving his life for our country. I can only imagine the pain that goes with that experience. It doesn't seem possible that Mark would be 24. And the fact that it was more than two years ago, Wow! I am so sorry. You have given a sacrifice for our country.
I think of you often and wish we were still close. I pray that God is using you mightily in your work at Sorrell's Grove. I am glad you are there.
Please give my best to the rest of your family. I hope we can connect soon.
Blessings,
Lee Sweeney
February 19, 2008
As a former Marine, I truly appreciate the level of commitment and sense of duty your son put into his life. His sacrifice for the freedoms that we all enjoy humbles me. I grieve for the loss of your son as I would a brother. I hope that in the days ahead you can begin to more fully appreciate the good memories and the love, warmth, and friendship of family, friends, and fellow Marines. God Bless and keep you. Semper Fi.
Sharon M.
January 25, 2008
Dear Phillip and Rene`,
Mike and Marshall~
Though it be 2008, there remains a place in my heart where each of you is held in prayer, a place where Mark is held in Thanksgiving. Humble, beyond words, I remain so by your spirits so full of love and courage and radiant in faith.
The 'Celebration of the Life of Sgt. Mark P. Adams' printed on blue paper has been part of my home for just over 2 years now. In these 2 years Mark has become part of my heart, I am so honored to have been part of the farewell to this Marine that October day in 2005. Thank you for that privilege! Mark will not be forgotten by this Marine Corp daughter, nor will his family.
In Christ Love,
Sharon
"Courage is fear that does what must be done no matter the consequences" unknown
Minister Florence Duckett
December 28, 2007
Phillip and Rene:
I was reading Mark's Guest Book and I wanted to write to you. I can't imagine what you are feeling at this time, but I hurt because I know what it is to love deeply. I grew up in a large,close-knit family with seven children. My baby brother died about 20 years ago and I remember my father saying there is NOTHING that can compare to losing a child!
I have been in the Ministry since 1979 and in 2004 God blessed me with a "Personalized" tape ministry for our Troops. I consider it an "honor" to do what I do. I can't say "thank you" enough for all of the sacrifices.
I will FOREVER "salute" Sgt Mark P. Adams!
Stay strong and encouraged!
Yours in Christ,
Minister Florence Duckett
Rose of Sharon Ministries, ltd
please see:
www.roseofsharonministriesltd.org
Linda Flannery
December 8, 2007
Remembering a brave young soldier, and paying my respects to his family.
I signed this guest book last year, but often resign books to let our heros familes know that their loved one will always be remembered.
Sarah Hoffmann
November 11, 2007
Thank you for my freedom. Happy Birthday Marine!
priscilla prettybird
November 7, 2007
Deepest sympathy to you - the family. Thank you for sharing the grief of a Hero in my book. I Pray for all of you.
Lori Knapp
October 17, 2007
Thank you so much for your service to our country, and for sacrificing yourself to grant us the freedoms we all enjoy. You are truly an inspiration and an American hero. May God grant your family peace and may you live forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved you.
October 3, 2007
To a hero:
THANK YOU so much for all that you have done. You were truly a angel on earth.My sympanthy to the whole family. And thank you for allowing us to contiune to have this freedom that we get to enjoy each and every day. For every fallen soldier there is a star in the heavens and I will countiune to bow my head and pray.
R.I.P Angel
oscar aguilera
August 8, 2007
adams miss talkng to you man!!! sorry it took so long to write but i'm sure you understand ... can forget you.... sgt aguilera
wayne miller
August 7, 2007
I just wanted to thank mark for his sacrifice.when i hear of another soldier losing life ,i feel like i've lost something special.sorry for your lost.he will live on in our memories.I have a brother serving when he is over seas i will always be frighten.
linda terry
August 7, 2007
To the family and friends of Sgt.
Mark P. Adams I would like to
extend my heartfelt sorry on his
loss. Sgt. Adams thank you for
serving this country as you did..
Rest in Peace Always...
Amy Galvez
August 6, 2007
Thank you Sgt Adams for your great dedication to our nation. To the family, thank you for giving Mark to us. His sacrifice and yours will never be forgotten. I pray that God will continue to bless and comfort you. As time passes, may the pain lessen, but may we always remember what Mark gave us and the true hero he is.
Proud Marine Mom of Cpl. Adam Galvez, KIA 8/20/06 Rawah, Iraq
Michael iezzi
August 6, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Mark 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 Mark in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
marie jones
August 6, 2007
i am sorry about the death of your love one may the God of peace be with you during such a greivous time and give you the comfort and peace to help you to cope because he cares for all who has felt the sting of death. God also promises that soon he will get rid of war which causes so much pain psalms 46:9. my deepest sympathy
valorie
August 5, 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
Phyllis Broomfield
August 5, 2007
Rest in Peace Soldier, you deserve it. After losing my precious son in Iraq my heart goes out to you. Now you have a army of soldiers in heaven to march on. Yu will be missed
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
August 5, 2007
Rest in peace with our thanks.
SHIRLEY DONEY
August 3, 2007
REST IN PEACE MARK, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Nicole Tibbitts
August 3, 2007
To the family: I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I lost my brother, Sgt. Jacob Schmuecker, almost 2 weeks ago and it breaks my heart all over again to see more loss and another family affected. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will not be forgotten.
August 1, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 24, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Adams and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Marine deploying soon
Kelly Gettier
June 28, 2007
My heart goes out to the family and friends of this young man. His sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Dane Hixson
June 28, 2007
My name is Dane Hixson, I was lucky enough to know Mark and served with him in Iraq. I remember when Mark first came to the unit...(I saw him in the company office and had already heard that we were getting a new Sgt.) At this point all the of us had grown very close from a few years together and a number of over seas deployments under our belts - Point being that we were a hard group to be "the new guy" in. We were determined to give anyone new a hard time. Mark quickly let it be known that he was a stand up individual and accomplished what few had done before him, he gained our respect almost instantly because of his work ethic and his work hard play hard mentality! Mark was a great leader and was a role model in the company, personally and professionaly. Here on this site (that I am lucky enough to stumble upon as I reminisce of old times with my comrades) I say "CHEERS to SGT. Mark Adams for being a hero to anyone who knew him well!" Semper Fi Mark!
Richard Sallese
June 22, 2007
I would like to send out my condolences to your family, my heart goes out to you. God watch out over all of you.
michelle nebocat
June 18, 2007
Mark there isnt a day that goes by that I dont think about you and the times we spent together. No matter how short our time was, Ill always hold you close to my heart and your family. I miss you so much.
Nancy Sahlberg
April 29, 2007
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 1998-2007
April Elmore
April 21, 2007
Thank you for so proudly giving the sacrifice that was your son. Our loss in this world is truly heaven's gain. My father was Command Master Chief Elmore at Camp Lejeune and that was also my birthplace. My brother attended the USNA at Annapolis. Words do not begin to express the debt of gratitude we owe him. Semper Fidelis.
mary daniel
April 21, 2007
To the family of Mark Adams:
God bless you for bringing such a brave man into this world.. I am sorry for your loss, but i thank him for his bravery in this fight!!!
Michael Madaris
February 26, 2007
To the Adams Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Marks passing. I know that you are very proud of what he did and all he stood for. My family and I will be remembering your family. God bless you.
Michael Madaris
Jeremiah Chaney
February 20, 2007
Semper Fi Sgt.
Bob Marchione
February 17, 2007
To the ADAMS FAMILY,
My name is Bob Marchione and I met you at the memorial service for SGT ADAMS and all the ohter fallen men and women from the 2nd Marine Division. He was my PLT SGT and was also one of my closest friends. He did everything right and barely did anything wrong. As we are gearing up to go over to Iraq again, to the same place in Falluja, I have been thinking more and more about MARK and that day on OCT 15th 2006. We are headed back to the same place and I know deep deep down in my heart that he will protect all of us. Although he never beat me in Madden 2006, he was my greatest opponent. When the battalion went on Pre-Deployment leave in 2006 before we left for IRAQ, Mark and I were the only ones that didn't take any leave because we didn't have enough days and spent 8 straight days lifting, running, and playing video games. When we go back to Falluja I will walk up down the same road and drive the same streets that Mark and I were on together last year. I miss him so much that it hurts but I know that he will keep me safe this time. God bless your family and I want to say something to Mark that I say everyday, something that him and I used to say to one another everytime we hung up the phone with one another or left one another: Stay up and One Love Mark..ONE LOVE
Gavin Hough
January 29, 2007
Mark and Family,
I met Mark a year or so before he had re-enlisted, through Jay Huffman. We kept in contact through that time and were both deployed in the same time period. At the time that I heard of Mark's passing I was in Habbaniyah, Iraq , serving as a turret gunner. Mere days before I had recieved a message from Mark, saying that we would go paint the town red when we got back. I still can't beleive he's gone, and my heart felt condolences are sent out to your entire family.
Karen Hickman
January 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. he is another one of my Hero's. If there are any sisters or brothers , please contact me. I am the Founder of Gold Star Siblings.
God Bless.
Douglas Rommes
December 7, 2006
Mark,
I miss the great times we had in 3/8. Okinawa was probably some of the best memories I've ever had. I miss you every day man. You'll never be forgotten. I wont forget you and, I tell my junior Marines about you. I know this much, everyone who knew you, well they are better people for knowing you. Miss ya dude
Doug
Ainsley Dunn
November 28, 2006
As a Marine mom, my heartfelt condolences are with you at this time of loss. It is my desire to honor your fallen hero with this small tribute to Mark. God bless and keep you and all Mark's family in His care.
Shyra Fellows
November 16, 2006
My brother will be joining the Marines when he finishes highschool and I will be joining the Navy. It's because of people like Sgt. Adams that we feel safe at night and I want to be able to give that same feeling to others. I thank God for Sgt. Adams. You have my deepest condolences.
Tara and Mike Jones
November 13, 2006
To the family of sgt Adams. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. As an army wife I know that pain of sending your soldier off to war, but I wont act as though I know your pain of loss, but I do feel it. Your son is our hero and we will always remember the selfless service that he gave. May you in time find peace, and know that you have a wonderful angel always watching over you. He is now in Gods army, and so obviously was a special one that God needed with him. God Bless you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 5, 2006
Mark it has been a year since you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. To the Adams family. As promised I continue to visit/honor Mark weekly at ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY.
Shirley & Joseph Siravo
October 21, 2006
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Please know that we share your grief, and our prayers are with you. THANK YOU for serving our country, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!
October 20, 2006
To the Family of Sgt. Mark P. Adams:
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 as well and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten . You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
October 19, 2006
Our heartfelt sympathy.
Marine Parents,
Jackie Pierce
October 16, 2006
My prayers are with your family as this year has passed, and in the coming years ahead. I want you to know Mark will forever be my Hero. I did not know him here in this life but will one day in eternity be able to thank him personally for his greatest gift of courage and sacrifice for us. No man has a greater love than to give his life for another. I will never forget and my children and grandchildren will know of Mark and what he gave for us to live free and have protection here in our home land. Mark was one of our own, here in North Carolina. He has brought this war close to home for us and reminds us, to keep praying for all our love ones in service for our country.
Forever, with a grateful heart!
Garnet Jenkins
October 15, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Marine, Sgt. Mark P. Adams, on this first anniversary of the day he gave his life for our country, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Mark rest safely, in the Loving Care of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Adams family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.
Psalm 55:22
Sincerely hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May the Peace of God and the memories of Mark,
remain in your heart always and give you comfort.
~Softly and slowly, time heals.~
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Jay Huffman
September 29, 2006
Mark, Not a day goes by I don't think of you and the fun times we had. You are a Hero!
Sherry Breeden
September 14, 2006
Remembering Sgt. Mark P. Adams
Thank you for your service and dedication in securing the future of this country. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
God Bless you
Chris
August 5, 2006
May God bless your family in their time of grief. My wife died in the world trade center and I feel a loss everytime I hear of a brave soldier losing their life to protect mine and my sons.
John Konopka U.S. Army
July 16, 2006
To the Adams family: Mark was my first squad leader when i first got to 3/8 and was a great person and will never be forgotten. especially anyone who served with 3/8 Wpns Co during our time there.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 14, 2006
To the Adams family. I previously signed Mark's guest book. I visit Arlington National Cemetery two or three times a week. Each time I am there I always stop by and honor/visit with Mark. I met you (Phillip) and your oldest son while you were visiting
Sgt and Mrs Rosetti
June 20, 2006
My husband was in 3/8 with mark, my husband has always said wonderful things about Mark.i have always heard that he was a lot of fun to be around, Mark's passing struck my husband rather hard, Mark is in our prayers, and he is then, now and forever an American Hero. God bless you all..
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 15, 2006
To the Adams family: I previously signed Mark's guest book. I live close to Arlington National Cemetery and I am there often. Today while I was at ANC I stopped and visited/honored and prayed with Mark. I also left some flowers. I am so sorry that Mark was taken from you. I promise you that each time I am at ANC I will stop by and honor Mark. He will NEVER be forgotten. I am also glad to know that he knew our Lord.
Linda Flannery
June 8, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your son Mark. He is and always will be a true American Hero.
I hope you can take comfort in knowing that there are many Americans who read and sign the guest books of Marines and Soldiers that we dont even know in appreciation of their, and your sacrifice.
He is resting in the arms of our Lord.
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