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Susan Pierce
July 17, 2025
Remembering Ian always and forever..
In honor of 2nd. Lieutenant Ian McVey
Melissa Malone
April 16, 2018
Julie A
May 27, 2009
Dearest McVey Family,
I had the honor of knowing Ian personally as a fellow student at RPI. 1 year later I feel as if I am following in his footsteps as a 2ndLt stationed at Camp Lejeune. Every motorcyclist on the road brings memories of Ian. Your Marine is in my thoughts and prayers. I admired him and thought of him as a brother. I promise to pay him respects at his grounds on July 19.
Susan Pierce
January 15, 2009
To Ian's Family: I am so sorry about the motorcycle accident that took the life of Ian. It's similar to the accident on Quantico Marine Base that took the life of my nephew 2nd Lt. Seth Pierce on October 21, 2007, while he was attending TBS. Maybe he and Ian knew each other. They were both 23 years of age and neither of them were able to carry out their dreams and potential in the Marine Corps. The manner of their deaths makes the grief so deep. Contact me if you wish.
August 6, 2008
Dear McVey Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. It seems like yesterday when Midshipman McVey stopped by my office at NROTC Unit, RPI and expressed interest in becoming a Marine Officer. He was a determined young man who proved that he had the heart and intellect to achieve his goals.
It also made me very proud to attend his commissioning ceremony and see how much his family supports him. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May your son rest in peace.
Very Respectully,
Renay Williams, YNC(AW), USN (RET)
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Jane Strillchuk
August 4, 2008
Anastasia and Family:
Thinking of you...my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I was deeply saddened to hear the news about Ian. I remember when you would speak about him and how proud you were of his path in life. I know from you that he was a wonderful son and brother.
May his memory stay close to your hearts.
Sincerely,
Jane Strillchuk
Amber Thomas
August 3, 2008
I was shocked to read this story. I did not know this young man but I am so sorry for what happened to him. The story gave me chills. On the same night of this accident, a good friend of mine had the same thing happen... in Sneads Ferry, NC. A woman pulled out in front of him trying to make a left turn. He laid his bike over to avoid hitting her. Mike was lucky enough to survive but remains at Pitt Memorial. I think this young man may have been looking out for Mike.... From what I understand, they lived only a few miles from one another.
Ruth Jaquith
July 26, 2008
Ian lived in Sneads Ferry with my son's room mates at the time of his death. (My son is deployed). Megan and Steve both spoke so often of Ian's kindness and spirit. My heart goes out to the family and you remain in my thoughts and prayers. Ian is gone, but his spirit lives in each of us.
Mitchell & Stephanie Greenblatt
July 26, 2008
Dear McVey Family,
We were terribly shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of your precious Ian, a son to be proud of. Unfortunately, we can say that we do know how you feel. We lost our 18 year old son, Ian, 4 years ago in an automobile accident. Our Ian was a 2004 graduate of Rivers and played on some of Ian's teams. The loss of a child is a loss like no other . What could have been, what should have been and now never will be. Our hearts ache for your family.
Kris Cook
July 26, 2008
My heart goes out to all of Ian's family. I've known Ian since pre-school. He was a kind and caring individual who always brought a smile to everyones face. He will be missed immensely.
Pat Banach
July 25, 2008
Dear Family of Ian,
I only met your son for 1 1/2 hours at my nephew's Rensselaer graduation dinner this past June. He sat across the table from me at the restaurant. I immediately loved your son. He was such a fine young man. I even sent him a follow-up email after the dinner telling him of a place in NC he should visit. My heart goes out to you and your family. He made such an impression in 1 1/2 hours that I knew instantly who my sister was talking about when she called just now to tell me he died. I am so sorry for your loss.
Alicia Derrick
July 25, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
SSgt Stephen Gronsky
July 25, 2008
My family has you in our thoughts and prayers. Semper Fidelis.
tonya phipps
July 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lynn Sorterup
July 24, 2008
Anastasia --
I am so very sorry for your loss, my dear. I remember at lunch you chatted about Ian's upcoming training at Camp LeJeune and how proud you were of his accomplishments. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Peace to all.
Jeannette Bjorkman
July 24, 2008
Dear John and family,
You and your family are in our prayers as you face the loss of your loved one, Ian. The loss and grief of one so young and filled with the desire to serve is incomprehensible.
Your Aunt Jan (Renaud) Bjorkman and the entire Bjorkman family
Bill Goodwin
July 24, 2008
To Ian's Family,
I was fortunate enough to have served with Ian since OCS. He was in my platoon there and one class behind me at TBS and at the Engineer Officers' Course. He was a great man and will truly be missed by those who knew him. He was a sincere person and I enjoyed the times we spent together. It is a shame too lose such a great service member especially when I know he would have served this country well in war. I pray that the Lord keeps you strong during this hardship, and I want you to know that he will never be fogotten.
Semper Fidelis and God bless
Rita Joyce
July 24, 2008
My dear Johnny, Anastasia, Jeffrey and Evan,
This is my second attempt to convey my condolences to each of you on the loss of one so loved. (First did not appear for some reason.) Having loss my youngest stepson 8 years ago, I do empathize with you in so sudden and premature death. However, as believers we are confident that the Almighty had greater plans for Ian. Too many years have passed in silence; but time is of no consequence where love exists. Do know that you have always been in my heart and in my prayers daily.
I promise that each of you will continue to be remembered daily as will Ian that he may rest eternally in glory until we all join him in God's mercy and Love.
Lovingly,
Your Aunt Rita (Renaud) Joyce
Abbey Kapp
July 24, 2008
Anastasia, John, Jeff and Evan,
My heart goes out to you. I can not imagine what you are going through. I know that you are filled with warm memories that will hopefully bring smiles to each of your hearts through out time.
I will keep you all in my thoughts...
With Love, Abbey
Cynthia(Cindy) Jokinen
July 24, 2008
T The family of Ia his friends and cmmarades , my deepest sympathy. Cindy J
Lisa Drapos
July 24, 2008
Anastasia,
I am so devastated for you and your loss. We spoke at length about Ian in June. I know you were so proud of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I want to express my gratitude for Ian's service and commitment to our country. He is a very special man indeed.
Lisa Drapos
Dorothea Ocnos
July 24, 2008
Dear Anastasia, John, Jeffrey & Evan,
I pray that our merciful Lord's healing love will bless and comfort you at this difficult time of separation from your beloved son and brother, Ian. May his precious memory be eternal in God's kingdom.
With heartfelt sympathy and love.
Nancy Mafrici
July 24, 2008
To the McVey Family: Words can not express my sorrow over your loss of Ian. He was a wonderful young man. He and my daughter Stephanie were great friends as well as fellow Marines. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike
July 24, 2008
To The McVey Family, Freinds and Comrades: Ian will never be forgotten. He will always be remembered each and every year on a day we call "Memorial Day." Rest in Peace Comrade.
(Salute)
Delores Gay
July 24, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. McVey,
As a parent, I cannot begin to understand the pain and sorrow you are experiencing but, I needed to tell you that I am so incredibly saddened by the loss of your child. Please accept my deepest and profound condolences.
Carolyn Spiros
July 24, 2008
Dear McVey Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all always...the Spiros family
Cathy Renaud
July 23, 2008
My Dear Cousin John & Family,
Words could never express how deeply sorry I was to hear of the tragic loss of your beloved son Ian.Please except my heartfelt deepest sympathy.Your family is in my continued thoughts and prayers,May the many warm,loving memories you each hold deep in your hearts bring some peace and comfort during your most difficult days...
Much love your Cousin
Cathy
Naoum Halamoutis
July 23, 2008
My condolences to you and your family. I'm deeply saddened by Ian's passing. He had the right stuff to become an outstanding Marine loaded with leadership potential. I will miss his seeing him smile. God bless him.
Jeremy Williams
July 23, 2008
To the McVey family. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I was at the scene of the accident from the moment it happened and I was with him until the paramedics got there. Please know he did not suffer. I prayed over him and saw the eagle, globe, and anchor tattoo on his arm, much like the one I have. After the paramedics left, a person who was also there drove me back to base and asked to see my tattoo. It is the eagle, globe, and anchor with a banner around it that reads "We are our brothers keepers" It seemed as if they were just words until that day. Once again, I am truly sorry for the tragic accident that took him away from you, and from the corps.
Semper Fidelis
Kim Dempsey
July 23, 2008
From a Marine Mom to another Marine Mom, my thoughts are with you as you grieve the tragic loss of your son. Your son was quite an accomplished young man. My prayers are with you.
Mother of
LCpl William Dempsey USMC
New River, NC
1st Lt. Sam Murray
July 23, 2008
I only knew Ian for a short time but I felt a kinship with him being among the small group of Lieutenants at 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion. Anytime I saw Ian he had a smile on his face and he truely seemed to love his job. The Marines Corps will miss this young leader and I this new friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rita (Bedard) Heins
July 23, 2008
John, Anastasia, Jeffrey and Evan,
My husband, Dale and I were so sorry to hear about the death of Ian. John, even though I never met your family I heard they were all wonderful. I haven't seen you since we were kids. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers to give you the strenght to get through this tragic time.
Our Love to you all.
Your Cousin,
Perry Akin
July 23, 2008
Dear McVeys,
I did not work directly with Ian but as a fellow officer in 2d CEB spoke with him on a number of occasions. He impressed me with his maturity and attitude, had a good sense of humor and was eager to become a better leader. It was an honor to serve with him for the short time that I did. We will truly miss him.
"But you are a shield around me, O Lord; you bestow glory on me and lift up my head. To the Lord I cry aloud, and he answers me from his holy hill." Psalm 3:3-4
You all are in our prayers as you face this terrible loss. May God bless you and strengthen your family.
Marguerite (Marge) Beland
July 23, 2008
John, Anastasia Jeff, Evan, Ipm sorry for your lost and you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Although I did not see you all when Ian, Jeff and Evan were groing up I always thought about you. As the only Maternal Grandmother I was very sorry to hear about Ian's Death. I wish today I could have spent more time with all of you.
Love allways
Chris Laakko
July 23, 2008
Dear McVeys,
Ian was a wonderful young man. It's impossible for me to summarize all of his qualities, accomplishments, and the positive effects he had on all who were lucky enough to encounter him. He was a rare, special person and the world will miss him deeply.
I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Jeffrey Montgomery
July 23, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Orlando Rosado
July 23, 2008
I am deeply sorry for your loss i hope that his memory will bring peace to you in this time of grief.
Steven Bancroft
July 23, 2008
You have my deepest condolences for your loss. Ian was a good friend of mine and an amazing Marine. 2d CEB and the Marine Corps lost a truly outstanding leader. He will never be forgotten.
Instructors of ETA-3 2d Combat Engineer Battalion
July 23, 2008
With deepest sympathy in your time of grieving. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Steve Brown
July 23, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to all family and friends that knew 2ndLt Ian McVay. 2ndLt McVay was a part of a brotherhood in the Marine Corps and he will be missed by all Marines that knew him.
Semper Fi, Lt.
BN SgtMaj Steve Brown, 2D Combat Engineer Battalion
Patrick Cleary
July 23, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. McVey,
As Ian's XO, I had the privilege to meet your son and work with him for a brief period starting in late May. When I told Ian that he was going to fall into a platoon immediately and start working with Marines, he was ecstatic. The prospect of serving others and learning from junior Marines brought joy and enthusiasm to his heart. That is what strikes me most about your son and why he is special. The man is happiest when his ability and obligation to serve are greatest. His humble heart and kind demeanor will resonate with us always.
Semper Fidelis,
Patrick Cleary
Sgt Jeromy Zigan
July 23, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Lt McVey for only a short time and had a couple conversations with him. I was looking foward to working with him in the future. His death hit a little closer to me for I ride a motorcycle every day. Life is a precious gift live it to the fullest.
Daniel Walker
July 23, 2008
Your family is in all of our thoughts and prayers. May thoughts of Ian and his life comfort you in this time of loss.
Kevin Nicholson
July 23, 2008
John, Anastasia, Jeffrey and Evan,
After he graduated Engineer School, my company was Ian's first stop in the Marine Corps. He checked into our unit ready to learn and eager to begin his career.
He asked all the right questions - the type of questions one expects of a developing leader who intends to do right by his Marines. His priorities were right, and his attitude was outstanding. He was quiet, but ready to speak up whenever necessary. His sense of humor and dry wit often appeared out of nowhere, making both all the more funny.
Ian was clearly thrilled when he recently received command of his platoon, and rightly so: it was a great opportunity, and one at which he was already beginning to excel. I know many of the Marines in his platoon, and I know that they were looking forward to working with him. I also know that they are deeply saddened by his passing – we all are.
As his first company commander, I can say with certainty that Ian had every attribute needed by a young officer to succeed in our challenging line of work. Our Corps values consist of Honor, Courage and Commitment, and Ian proved that he possessed all three when he earned his commission and pushed through difficult training. That said, he proved he had even more qualities during his short time in our unit. Ian showed an inquisitiveness and compassion that would have served him incredibly well regardless of what he chose to do in life.
Ian will always be a part of 2d CEB, and, of course, he will always be a United States Marine. I know I speak for all the Marines who knew him when I say that I wish we had him longer; he was taken from us too soon. On behalf of my wife, Jessie, and I, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you, and with Ian.
Semper Fi,
1stLt Kevin Nicholson
Jeanne r
July 22, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you from a mother of a Marine also stationed at Camp Legeune. May God bless you and comfort you - your son is a hero.
Lloyd Stenquist
July 22, 2008
We are terribly sorry and hope our prayers and thoughts will help you through this unimaginable grief.
The Stenquist Family
Effie & Nick Kafasis
July 22, 2008
Anastasia & John,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Ian. You have our deepest sympathies. Our hearts go out to you in this time of tragedy. God bless you and your family.
John Parker
July 22, 2008
Hi Anastasia
I don't even know what to say!You,John, Jeffrey,Evan and Ian are in Donna & my prayers.
He will always be in your hearts as you cherish the wonderful memories you all shared.
Diane Benton
July 22, 2008
I was there for your son as prayers were being offered by a nice marine myself, my husband, and my father. I tried to speak softly to your son and asked him if he could hear me. I prayed after I could find no pulse that God would recieve him with open arms. I was honored to be with him in his final moments on this earth.
George Doc Fregeau
July 22, 2008
From the Massachusetts State Marine Corps League:
Please accept our deepest regrets and condolences on the passing of 2nd Lt. Ian Thomas McVey
There is a poem written by a Marine in the Korean War.
It goes like this,
Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds circling in flight.
Do not stand by my grave and cry ...
I am not there. I did not die.
I am a Marine now and always
protecting and serving our
Supreme Father into infinity.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Semper-Fi
George Doc Fregeau
500 Merriam Avenue
Leominster, MA 01453
Marine Corps League
Department of Massachusetts
Chaplain
Jane McDugle
July 22, 2008
John, Anastasia, Jeffrey & Evan:
We pray that it will be of comfort to you in this time of tragedy that Ian was not alone at the time heaven opened for him to enter into glory. My son, LCpl Jeremy Williams was given the honor and duty by God to be by his side in prayer while the angels escorted him home. And God in His great compassion and wisdom set in place intercessors for you as far away as Richmond, IN to begin praying for your comfort and consolation. We will always continue to lift you up in our thoughts and our prayers, and we are deeply sorrowful for your loss. In the eternal love of Christ Jesus, Minister Jane McDugle and my husband Pastor Marc McDugle
Gail and Chuck Koustas
July 22, 2008
John, Anastasia, Jeffrey & Evan
Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all during this time.
God has received another angel in heaven to watch over us. He will be missed but definetly not forgotten. We will always carry him in our thoughts and our hearts.
May his memory be eternal.
To my Godson, Ian:
I can hear your voice among the angels - sing, sing, sing
Doug Hartnett
July 22, 2008
Anastasia:
I'm so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your son. You and your family are in my family's prayers.
George & Paris Raikos
July 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Merrill Romanik
July 22, 2008
Anastasia,
So sorry to hear the news of your son. You and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Colin Murphy
July 22, 2008
Cas,
I was stunned to hear about this. You were a great guy. I'll always remember my freshman year at RPI. I'll keep your family in my prayers.
Rhonda Thomas
July 22, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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