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Roger Borchert
December 23, 2013
For the families and children of our fallen this Christmas 2013
Colours glowing near a window pain
Shimmer gentle, seen, the sight
Lifting hearts in yuletide's glow
On Christmas Eve, tonight
Let them hear the carols
Sung on high
Sung in hearts so light
Sung with all the love that grew
Sung with all their might
As they gather close
Around their Christmas tree
Recall a life time, shared
Broke into tears, for a life once shared
With a nation
With all of us
Oh Lord our child of Canada
Lost a soldier, Oh So Dear
To a world that needed
A strong, strong heart
To stand, to say, no more
In a world gone so terribly wrong
On behalf of me and you
They stood, they gave, all that they could
Left those they loved behind
We now cherish, the very thought
A thought that's so profound
Hearts have risen high above
As angle's wings do fly
Carrying forth their love so dear
We hold them near to us
Their wives, their children
Their moms, their dads
Their families, loved ones, friends
And those who walked at their sides
On behalf of all of us
As sunshine gathers, sparkles thought
In the snow that's on a tree
May the beauty of the gift they gave
Shine on for you and me
May the warmth of love surround their hearts
Quell the hurt, the pain the loss
May it bring your soldier, mom, or dad
Close to you tonight
May they wrap their loving arms so tight
Hold you close and oh so near
And let you know you're never alone
At this precious time of year
In life, in birth, a special child
Was born on Christmas morn
To bring to you that special chance
To be near to them once more
May the Joy of Christmas warm your hearts and lift your spirits high
Shine the glow that Christmas brings
Close to you tonight
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake/Morinville, Alberta
Our hearts, Our tears, Our prayers, Shared, This Christmas 2013
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Sue and Michael
November 10, 2013
Remembering you today, and always...RIP BP
Roger Borchert
November 6, 2013
We Will Remember Them. Written for Remembrance Day 2013
For those who've stood at the gates of hell
As battle rages forth
And stood to hold their line, their fate
To lift a new world rising forth
A world in which freedom's hand
Was openly held toward
To those to escape the bonds that bind
To hold them ever more
From the clutches, the beating down
Their spirit and their hearts
Those who held that outstretched hand
To those who needed help
So thankful all a world should be
For they stood for another voice
One that held our hearts, our minds
Standing very close
Freedom is not just a venture forth
It is a way of life
That lends us all, the gift to stand
Go forth for what is right
And allow all those to climb aboard
Who see it in their sight
Oh Lord you gave us choices
Good or evil found in hearts
The two, so very different hold
Our worlds so far apart
Tonight I looked into the coals
Of embers burning bright
And saw the life of those who share
Our nation's glowing light
At first their dreams are smoke and mirrors
Of a life that used to be
And then each soldier rises up
Gives meaning to where they've been
Learning pride, remembrance
From those who've stood before
Those who tossed the torch that holds
Their futures, evermore
So many didn't return back home
They lay where poppies grow
So many others caught their torch
And across our earth they've roamed
Within this new world
They have worked so hard
To help to come about
A world where sons, where daughters, rise
And share a brand new world's spark
Lord love them for they took a stand
And said no more, no more
A message needed
In our world today
As terror knocks on every door
We could never wander very far
From these hearts so warm that said
Our world needs us brave enough
To stand in terror's way
So as you sit around a campfire's light
Look in and see how bright
The glow that warmed those hearts to stand
As they stood for all of us
We can never forget that step they took
We remember those who gave
All they could towards a better world
A better world today
We Thank Them
We Will Remember Them
Strong of heart
Strong in spirit
Glowing heroes to recall each day
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Roger Borchert
March 30, 2013
My poem, written for this Easter 2013, in respect of those who have given their very all to bring about a better world on our behalf and in recognition of their families, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers who miss them so deeply at each Easter Sunday meal. May They R.I.P. We Will Remember Them.
Empty chairs each Easter Sunday
In homes across our land
Tears flowing gently
For each son or daughter
Mom or dad
Who gave a heart to Canada
Stood proud for me and you
Stepped forth to make a difference
In a world, in need, they knew
I've seen comets
I've seen meteors
But what I saw the other night
Was a glowing ball
Streak across the sky
In slow motion, in its flight
It glowed so bright, like mini moon
Its colour just the same
And then in the spirit with which it came
Turned to darkness once again
Overjoyed in what, I had seen
It was not a shooting star
It was a light that lifted high
In the brief moment of its spark
Oh lord, so many soldiers
So young and full of life
Have moved my heart
In this gentle way
As they've stood so far apart
Parted from their families
Parted from their friends
Stood so tall for who we are
Given all that could be given
Now held so close, within the hearts
Of those who miss them so
As bright, as seen, this palm Sunday's eve
Not unlike a story foretold
Of a son who gave his very all
So others would follow
Follow in a dream, a way
That a world would see a light
Of goodness spread across a world
At freedoms dawning sight
Oh Lord be near our soldier
Who also gave a life
For all to see a better world
On behalf of all of us
Lord, I dare not compare your son of life
To our warriors brave and true
I only give this humble voice
Of their efforts, the good, they do
Standing tall
Standing brave
Standing with all you shared
Within their hearts as young they were
To mold them
Brave for you
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
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Roger Borchert
December 23, 2012
For the Families of Our Fallen This Christmas 2012
Angel's feathers falling
To remind us they're up there
Wind chimes sounding gently
To let us know the lord is near
Today is but a lull, in winter's nasty chill
One can see the storm clouds building
Circling, all around us now
We hold so close the warmth that was
To let it not escape
Yet no matter how hard we try
The warmth, it finds the gate
The chill it reaches down inside
Attaches to the spine
Sends shivers climbing through us now
Hearts are frozen held in time
For those who've lost a loved one, friend
Tis all they can endure
A hope, a wish, a prayer, t'would bring
Their loved one home again
Oh Lord their Soldier stood for all
Please warm these hearts so chilled
So they may find the warmth once shared
With this one no longer near
As they look out through the window
Let the moon and stars, shine bright
Let all about, it glisten forth
On this, this special night
Another hero gave his all
The one who led the way
For them to find a life beyond
And faith to find a day
A way to climb a staircase
To the heavens high above
To join a son, a daughter, friend
To be together once more as one
Oh lord you sent your son, our gift
To those who lend a heart
To those who've given all and more
For those life has forgot
We stand so near, so near Oh Lord
In praise, in solitude
Await a time, a time to share
A loved one entrusted unto you
Thank you Lord
Merry Christmas To All
We will Remember Them Until You Meet Again
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, Alberta
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Roger Borchert
November 11, 2012
For Remembrance Day 2012
Flurries of snow across our land
A chilly wind bites at the spine
As we stand for those who stood for all
In far off distant lands
Some recall the void, the pain within
Left in hearts, in minds, in lives
Who were impacted at the loss of those
Their lives never the same again
Friends recall fond memories
Child in tears for a mom or dad
A wife recalls the horror of war
That turned her life, a living hell
A mother or father stands in thought
A loss beyond belief
Of one who was their heart their soul
Since counting tiny toes upon their feet
Fellow soldiers, comrades
Loved ones, friends
In their minds they bring them near
In special thoughts of those they've lost
While fighting over there
We as Canadians
Stand proud, respect
All those who stood for all
Sent from a nation whose open heart
Has provided a world a home
Oh lord my heart so empty
As I stand, two minutes given
Just a moment's time
For the life they gave
On behalf of all of us
I cannot be prouder Canada
I could never turn away
From those who've shared
Their loved one forth
A debt we could not repay
Stand proud, Remember, Oh Canada
For those who stand for us
For their families, friends, and comrades too
For they gave for me and you
We are focused on the flower
Began in fields so far away
An image to be remembered now
On each Remembrance Day
We Who Remember Them
Are forever in their debt
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, AB
Keith Macaulay
November 11, 2012
Think of you often. Thank you.
Sheri Gaetz
November 9, 2012
As we celebrated Remembrance Day today in Ontario schools I took the opportunity to share my story of knowing one of Canada's true heros. I had the honour of working with Brent when we were teens at HCC. His humour, love of life, and loyalty to friends will always be in my memories. I had not seen him since our camp days but was not at all surprised that he decided to protect our country and the freedoms of others. It changes your views of Rememberance Day and even the daily routine of listening to O Canada when it is played at school. I stand in rememberance for two minutes every day and honour Brent and the sacrafice he made. God Bless his family.
Sandra Gordon
October 16, 2012
To the memory of Brent and comrades. Everyday I walk by a memorial tribute to you. We have your name on a plaque and our Canadian flag to remind us that you have paid the biggest cost for us. Your life is gone and I would like to say that you are not forgotten. Your sacrifice will remind me of others that have paid with their lives. rest in peace. Sandra
Larry Schmidt
December 31, 2011
I have been writing my memoirs of late, and as I review our hockey years around 1980 I am once again reminded of Brent, and once again, please accept my condolences. His reliability on the ice in those days reflected his future dependability as an adult.
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2011
For the Families of Our Fallen, This Christmas 2011
The wind is howling at my doorstep
This eve of Christmas Eve
The trees are bending low its clear
As Christmas day draws near
As I decked the tree this Christmas
I thought of those so brave
Of those who've lost a loved one
Who stepped forth for me and gave
They gave their all for Canada
A gift beyond compare
They stood a world away in time
Where few would tread or dare
So many loved ones share in tears
In thoughts they've left behind
Hugs once held so warm and close
A smile within a mind
The TREE has become so special now
For it holds a life time past
Its sparkling lights a memory's glow
Of a hero once held so near
As garland wrapped the tree in smiles
Those smiles of yesteryears
Those smiles held upon as face
Forever now held near
Each piece of tinsel a frozen tear
Shed at a time of loss
And now reflecting the reason why
For this hero was dearly loved
A true angel tops this Christmas tree
For is seen when looking high
As a loved one lifts their faces near
And a prayer races from a heart
A wish that they were standing near
A wish for laughter's sound
A warmth a hug once use to bring
Remains a memory oh so close
Oh Canada, our heroes gave
Their loved ones hold our hearts
Lord please reach out and hold them close
Please be so near this season forth
By: Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, Our Prayers
Wishing You All A Wonderful Christmas
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Paul Bremner
November 11, 2011
Remembering you today, Brent. Our thoughts are with your family, as well.
Sue
March 12, 2011
We miss you so much Brent, I can't believe it's almost 4 years.....
xox
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2010
For the Families, loved ones, friends of or Fallen This Christmas 2010
Looking back, on childhood’s days
When wonder set the sails
And all imagined could come to life
Within thoughts, dreams as they played
When Santa rode a sleigh one eve
In every coming year
And magic taught sweet dreams to fly
To rooftops every where
Now sitting wishing Christmas Eve
Looking off into the night
Pleading for a shooting star
Enhance this wish with all their might
A wish for just a Christmas hug
From a soldier no longer here
No longer in our earthly world
Held close now, within near
The hearts of those who’ve felt such pain
At the loss of a hero’s life
A hero who stepped forth for all
Bring this hero close this night
As tears once more roll down a cheek
Another endless, sleepless night
Let our Lord brush close a warming hug
Of your loved one, bring them near
A gentle breeze, fond memories’ bring
To hold them ever dear
Wishing the magic of Christmas could bring the smiles, the hugs and the warmth of your loved one, into your home for Christmas. Ever in our hearts and always remembered. May our Lord bless you this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Roger Borchert
November 1, 2010
Thinking of all those who have given so much; those who have paid the Ultimate Sacrifice, our Veterans, our serving soldiers, their families, loved ones and friends at this special time of Remembrance, 2010. We Do Remember.
They crawled on their bellies slowly
In the dirt, the dust, the slime,
Ran onto beaches, lived in fear, a moment out of time.
A time that changed a world in need
A time that set apart
Times that held a world so close, near and dear to every heart
The gas they sent, it took its toll
Many others held that ground
And challenged over and over again
Until freedom’s world was found
Liberated nations cheered delight
A world was aimed anew
But for so many who had lost a life
The tears fell hard and true
They stepped forth for their Nation
They stepped forth for a world to be
They stepped forth to chase the evil back
Keep their families safe and free
Through life times of years gone by
Up to this present day
A brethren strong with so much might
Stepped forth for you and me
We owe so much to those who’ve walked
In fear yet oh so strong
So brave in every step they took
So many now are gone
They have challenged life itself each day
And stood for what was right
They did it with their heart and soul
And stood with all their might
Lord love the souls of these so brave
And cherish duty’s call
For they gave all for a better world
On behalf of one and all.
At this time of Remembrance
Into our hearts we welcome those
Who have walked this solemn journey forth
For those who needed a friend along
We recall their families, loved ones, friends,
For so many have paid the price
Of freedom, or for a world in peace
Or to fight terror in another place
Oh Lord we hold their honour high
Our tears have washed the path
For those who take their torch to stand
As to them the torch is passed
Forever near we promise
We will honour these hearts so brave
And stand nearby their families, friends
For the sacrifice they gave
By Roger Borchert,
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
Thank You. The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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June 17, 2010
Hey Brent!
I never met you or your family but your picture will be with me on my bicycle as we ride from Courtenay to Victoria in memory of one of your fallen comrades Andrew Eyklenboom (Boomers Legacy). Each of us riding will be carrying a picture of one of your fallen comrades as well.
So rest well ! Maybe we will meet someday when I pass on.
Peter Bezuidenhout
Campbell River , BC
Sean Poland
April 3, 2010
I miss you everyday and everynight,I think about how brave and wonderful you were. We may have lived far apart but I still miss you!
Roger Borchert
April 3, 2010
As I focus this Easter Sunday
My heart goes out to you
For a Chair is sitting empty
For a Hero Brave and True
Who gave a life for Canada
And a world we should become
A better world for all to share
A better world for everyone
They had raised their eyes in honour
To the Flag that flew above
They had sung its anthem strongly
In their hearts so full of love
It began for them in childhood
And sang out for years to come
At the vision of the Flag above
Onto which their hearts had clung
This special group, a brotherhood
That stepped forth to a country’s call
For them the Flag was calling
Could not turn away this love
For them it was the strongest call
The path that led the way
For they had held it steadfast near
Flying high above each day
And then one sad, so tragic day
The leaf flew from the sky
To wrap and hold them tightly bound
In return for all their love
It warmed their weary bodies
Clung closer to their hearts
And to hearts that shared the pain, their loss
At such a tremendous cost
Wrapped within the hug that flew above
Love’s vision, all their lives
Now carried forth in a country’s love
For their loving sacrifice
By Roger Borchert
They Will Be Remembered
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
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Roger Borchert
December 23, 2009
To the Families of Our Fallen. Thinking of you this Christmas
The tears that fall to a winter’s sky
A loved one looks off into the night
For Christmas Eve is a lonely time
When a loved one is not held tight
We know they would have been here
For their families, for their friends
If they had not given our world the gift
In their service to all mankind
They stepped forth to change a world so wrong
Lift a country from it’s past
To provide a future for those in need
A future to go forth and last
But someone stole this life so strong
The beauty of a thought
Of stepping forth, to stand protect
And the goodness it could have brought
Please fill this void, warm this broken heart
Who looks out upon this eve
Troubled in a thought, a loss
Of someone now so close to thee
Oh lord please place a gentle thought
A memory of a time
When joy would fill this household warm
And keep it there at Christmas time
Let this family know we care so much
They should not be alone
Please help our thoughts be passed along
To warm those within this home
For Christmas is a time to know
That the coming of this child
Provides for all across our earth
To be reunited with that smile
The one that used to hold a hand
Or hold us in a hug
The one for whom we shed these tears
On this cold and lonely night
Please hold them close on Christmas morn
Celebrate the birthday of this child
Who came to bring salvation forth
To reunite them in awhile
By Roger Borchert
We pray oh Lord you stand near this Christmas to warm, to hold these families tight and mend these hearts so torn. Wishing you all the best this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
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Paul Bremner
November 11, 2009
I worked with Brent at a PR firm in Toronto, back in the early 90s. I respected him as a colleague and valued him as a friend.
I was shocked to hear of his passing, but not surprised that he had found his calling in such a noble endeavour. That was entirely in character.
My condolences to Brent's family.
Roger Borchert
November 6, 2009
In Respect of our Military Families, Our Fallen, and Wounded on Remembrance Day
For what we take for granted
So many have died for
So many lives so vastly changed
At the dreadful cost of war
There is the good; there is the bad
A liberated nation cheers
Left in dread for those young souls lost
Devastated a world back home
Efforts to protect a peace
That no one thought was near
Laying lives upon the line
Visions at times so unclear
Lives touched by fear or lived in dread
Of wounded coming home
Of crosses lined in many rows
From a trip down a heroes road
I have been sitting on the bank
Of a river flowing by
Flowing heavy with the flood of tears
From their family’s eyes
For on this day of remembrance
Their thoughts, their dreams, their prayers
Are focused on a loved one lost
Leaving them in such despair
My heart it wants to reach out
Let them know I can’t forget
The gift they’ve laid for their fellow man
Tis the greatest gift to give
So humbled in a moment’s thought
So treasured was the step
That they took forth at their country’s call
Let it never be forgot
We measure freedom lightly now
For we’ve grown so familiar with
But if not for those who took this step
And gave this precious gift
Would we take it so very lightly
Would we have the chance to vent
About all that annoys and bothers us
Without retribution for what we’ve said
So thankful they stood so proudly for
All that we hold so dear
All that makes us Canada
For me it’s oh so clear
For some others they just don’t get it
They think so little of
What has been placed in front of them
At the cost of someone’s love
If I could send forth a message
Place it in a bottle, float it by
I’d provide a note of how much I care
For those whose tears are flowing by
If I could walk along this shore
Such a warming hug I’d give
To those who’ve lost a loved one
So we can live the way we live
By Roger Borchert
So Many gave so much so we could be who we are. So Proud to be Canadian
We will Remember Them
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
Louis-Andre Pauze
May 17, 2009
Rest In Peace my friend and my deepest condolences go out to your family and friens.
Roger Borchert
April 8, 2009
Thinking of our Canadian Fallen Soldiers due to our efforts in Afghanistan. For them, their families, friends and fellow soldiers during this Easter Season: this Poem was written with the help of one of their Mothers. For her assistance and inspiration I am so very, very grateful.
We thank you Lord for being near
And for your gifts given unto us
We thank you too for sending forth
Your son’s so gentle touch
He provides our world with caring hearts
Without which we could not love
He gives strength to those who would step forth
In a world hidden but from above
They’ve stepped beneath terrors darkened clouds
Too many whisked away
We pray Oh Lord you gather them
Provide them a new day
Please take them close, near to thee
We entrust them to your care
Let them rest awhile hold them near
And set their spirits free
May they stand proud now
Among their peers
Families, friends, and loved ones too
For in the loving Grace of an angel’s touch
We’re drawn so much closer unto you
Thank you so very much for your efforts and sacrifice towards making our world a better place.
Our tears, our hearts, our prayers
Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
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Ryan Shorten
March 25, 2009
I graduated with Brent from Ryerson. I remember Brent for his creativity, humour and friendliness. Thank you Brent for your sacrifice for me and this country. My condolenses to your family.
Ryan
Peter Karppi
March 24, 2009
A good friend at Ryerson and after. A brave person who gave his life to protect us all. God bless you Brent.
David Belliveau
February 27, 2009
I must extend my sincere heartfelt condolence to brents family. Brent was my commanding officer for my SQ course in Wainwright in 2005. He was well respected and I enjoyed being under his command. I am currently in Kandahar, Afghanistan until Dec 2009. My thoughts and prayers are with Brents Family and Friends.
Roger Borchert
December 31, 2008
For the loved ones of Canada’s Fallen Heroes
May the New Year bring
A warmth to thee
That helps to heal the heart
That mends the fracture caused within
That’s torn you apart
May it whisper in your ear at night
That love is standing near
That you will never be alone
A warmth to quell your fear
May it welcome you in mornings’ light
And be near throughout the day
Standing near to comfort you
In a needed special way
May you always know
The time will come
Together you will be
Find in the tear a memory brings
The joy it helped you see
May the lord be near throughout the year, come and help in every day, that it takes for you to overcome this tragedy life did play.
Our Hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Roger Borchert
December 20, 2008
For the families, loved ones, and friends of Canada’s fallen soldiers: It was written this evening with thoughts of what you and your families are going through at this season and could not hold it back any longer. It is my Christmas gift to you all.
I thank you for wandering near
As you think of where I lie
You think of what I went through
And a tear wells up inside
Let not that tear
Fall for me I’m sitting watching you
For I’m not there at all no more
I’m here inside of you
I’m sitting near within your thoughts
And in your memories
I’m just the thought a gentle breeze
In a gust of memory
I’m the gentle shiver when you are near
I’m the glimmer in your eye
I’m the sparkle that a teardrop brings
When it wells up in your eye
I’m the smile a fond moment brings
I’m the warmth you held so dear
Remember that, as time goes by
And know I’m standing near
As you look upon the Christmas tree
Shinning at this time of year
Know the Lord sent his only son
So that I could be standing near
May our Lord be near you all.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all during this so difficult time of year. Please know that it comes complete with the glisten of tears held within the eyes of it’s, author Roger Borchert. Thank you so very much for the efforts of your loved one towards making our world a better place
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Paul Bremner
November 11, 2008
I'm an old friend and co-worker of Brent's, from Toronto. I think of him often. He is in my thoughts on this day of remembrance. Rest in peace, Brent.
Roger Borchert
November 6, 2008
In Respect and Remembrance of Our Fallen Warriors, their Mothers, Fathers, Wives, Children, Grandparents, Loved Ones, Friends, Fellow Troops, and all those Canadians whose hearts and tears lay at your side; I submit:
There are no words that I can place here in this registry that could ever justify or explain the loss of your loved one, friend, or fellow soldier. Please know that my family and I cannot stand idly by, without taking a moment, to express how much our hearts go out to you. There is no greater gift towards the future of our country, our world, our humanity, than the efforts and sacrifices made by our Canadian forces towards making our world a better place. Whatever the politics of the day, whatever the leadership of the moment, our selfless warriors have stepped forth to deploy to meet the needs of our changing world, with honour and an integrity that is unrivalled. We as Canadians truly bow and honour your efforts and sacrifice.
We have fallen on fields of battle
In lands so far from home
We have marched to war in honour
For those who’ve felt alone
We have defended those who couldn’t
And stood between the lines
Of two opposing armies
In this new world in our time
We have stood for those who cannot
For those who are oppressed
Standing shoulder to shoulder
To help others do their best
We have held our line with honour
Fury held at bay
Rebuilding a broken nation
To allow all to have a say
Our sons and daughters moms and dads
Stepped forth to make it so
A gift given for a better world
Such a precious gift you know
Our youth in pride have stepped forth
Do this job as best they can
Lay their life upon the line
Each true Canadians
They will not be forgotten
We can never turn away
They have taught the price of giving
In such an honoured way
For where would our world be then
If we just stood by and watched
Could we look ourselves in the eye
And say it wasn’t lost
Our tears. Our thanks. Our prayers.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
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Roger Borchert
September 30, 2008
With a heavy heart stepping forth
Please forgive me when I say
That I let you down in the past
In not a little way
I did not write to let you know
Just how much I cared
For the sacrifice you’ve given
For so many in despair
You stepped forth and joined our forces
Laid your life upon the line
To bring about a safer world
A new world in our time
Fellow soldiers friends and families
And those you held so dear
Still think of you most everyday
For us others it’s not so clear
We must slow down and take the time
Understand how great the cost
For if not placed in front of us
Can we comprehend the loss
Sometimes we’re just so very shy
Or we don’t know what to say
Or do not want to interfere
Or seem superficial in any way
I can no longer withhold my thoughts
I have to pass them on
For it breaks my heart just thinking of
All those left to carry on
Please know that you are in my prayers
Will be there for years to come
Know that you are in my thoughts
For the efforts you have done
Oh yes there is that special day
To remember not to forget
Those who’ve paid the greatest price
We can never repay this debt
Cpl. Brent Donald Poland we knew you not, but our prayers reach out for you, your loved ones, friends, and fellow soldiers. We do, so dearly, thank you and your loved ones for your efforts towards making our world a better place.
The Borchert Family Slave Lake Alberta
Eileen Tay
September 20, 2008
~{Rest In Peace}~
the grabuski family
November 21, 2007
pat and don - i am very sorry to hear of brent's death and sacrifice . i remember him and mark's sailing skills at the cottage .we are all saddened to hear the news . sorry i wasn't aware sooner . it must be very hard to deal with.our thoughts are with you
Bob and Barb Wynne
November 13, 2007
Don and family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you on the loss of your son. Brent is a Canadian hero.
Sandra Martin
July 10, 2007
I am sorry for the late entry, we were just alerted to this book.
Words cannot express our saddness for your loss. With deepest sympathy for your family, extended family and friends.
Corporal Taylor Kilmartin's Mother and Stepfather, Sandra Martin and Paul Weir.
Dean Campbell
July 5, 2007
My apologies for the late entry, but news takes some time to travel to Sudan. I would like to express my sincerest condolences to your family. I went through basic training with Brent and have many memories of him being one of those persons that helped hold everything together. I'm sure he was doing the same in Afghanistan.
Keith Macaulay
July 4, 2007
I knew Brent in Toronto. I'll never forget the way he would call out of the blue just to say hi.
Even though it has been years since I had seen him, now I really miss him.
CRAIG ROBERTSON
July 3, 2007
I THINK HE TRIED TO WARN ME FROM WORKING FOR ALEX TOPOL, I WISH I COULD HAVE RETURNED THE WARNING. THE FRIENDS HE LEFT BEHIND AT THE IMPERIAL PUB TO GO AND DO WHAT HE KNEW WAS RIGHT, WILL CONTINUE TO MISS HIM AND EACH FRIDAY WE SHALL HOIST A PINT FOR OUR BROTHERS.
CANADA CAN BE PROUD OF HER SON BRENT POLAND AND OF HIS FELLOW SOLDIERS!
VIRTUTIS GLORIA MERCES
Kay Kennedy Mother of Pte. Kevin Kennedy
May 21, 2007
Dear Family, I think about you guys all the time cause I lost my son Pte. Kevin Kennedy on that terrible day. I know the grief, sadness & loneliness you are going through. God bless you & help us go on with our lives without these wonderful, unselfish, caring human beings. If you ever need to reach me you can do so by emailing me at [email protected]. Please take care.
Stephen Powell
May 18, 2007
Canada lost a great soldier, and we lost a better friend. My prayers go out to his parents. I will never forget the days back in Fredericton during Summer 2004 pounding back a few pints at the Lord Beaverbrook with Brent and the boys. Till we meet again my friend.
Powell
Sandra MacLeod
May 16, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to your entire family on the tragic loss of Brent. Canada lost a great man and soldier and his contribution will long be remembered in the months and years to come.
May 14, 2007
sorry for your loss your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Kimberly and Derek Barrington
May 11, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss,may God bless your family and keep you close to his heart.We will be lightning a candle in honor of your son at our Wedding in August,it is a small token of our appreciation for the brave men and women who have loss their lives to keep our Country safe.God Bless,you are in out thoughts and prayers.
Kimberly and derek Barrington
May 10, 2007
Please accept our sincerest and deepest sympathy for the lost of your son.On August 18th my fiancee and I will be lighting a candle in his honor at our Wedding,may God Bless you all,you are in our thoughts and prayers.
jocelyn stewart
May 10, 2007
so sorry for you loss ,you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
love from MCpl Allan Stewarts family
Jennifer Blanchette
May 9, 2007
My most sincere and heart-felt condolences go out to the family & friends. I had the pleasure of meeting him a couple of times in Gagetown. He was a very kind person.
Stephanie J. Murchison
May 4, 2007
My mom read in the Anglican newspaper about Cpl. Poland's contribution to H.C. Camp. I am going for the first time this summer. I will think of him when I am there and will pray for him.
Robin Williams
April 29, 2007
Your family is our prayers.
m n
April 29, 2007
Very sorry for your loss.
Lots of love from Kitchener.
Maxine & Art Critch
April 28, 2007
Our sincere sympathies on your tragic loss. We are truly sorry.
Joan A. Murchison
April 28, 2007
We are so very sorry for your loss. His contribution will never be forgotten. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Ken and Kathy Stannix
April 28, 2007
Don, Pat and Family, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your son. It was very comforting sharing memories of our boys and their determination to make a difference. We are so proud of them. We'll be in touch. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Chip and Kathy Hosford (friends of Bob amd Cathy
April 28, 2007
We were deeply saddened by Brent's death. How proud you must be that he served his country and gave his life to help others. What a legacy he has left. May God carry you through the hard times and bring joy back into your lives. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Jill & John Kuz
April 27, 2007
Our thoughts are with you.
joan murchison
April 25, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Ann Polk
April 24, 2007
Cannot imagine your sadness and know we are praying for all of you, that God will speed his peace to your broken hearts. We pray as part of Aunt Cathy's bible study down here in Sparks, MD.
Tanya Perley
April 24, 2007
My thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. May your memories help you heal.
Martin Beauséjour
April 24, 2007
I had the chance to know Brent during infantry phase 2. He was a good buddy. All my sympathy to friends and family.
Kristine & Edward Williams
April 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow.
Parents of Cpl. Aaron E. Williams
Kim Green/Veronica Williams
April 23, 2007
Please know that you are in our thoughts and accept our condolences. Sisters of fallen soldier Cpl. Aaron E. Williams
Renee Murray
April 23, 2007
I keep you all in my thoughts. These very difficult times remind us how courageous our troops and their families really are. My heart goes out to you all.
Rob Head
April 23, 2007
To Pat, Don, Mark and Terry. The strength you showed on Friday was truly incredible. Mark's eulogy was inspirational and perfectly captured the essence of Brent. He will always be remembered and I am so thankful that he organized a gathering of his childhood friends in late December. That night won't soon be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Matt Crosbie
April 22, 2007
I knew Brent for a short while during basic training. I was not sure at first if it was him but the name sounded familiar and the picture confirmed it. A terrible loss for your family. Rest in Peace Brent.
Candice Ziolkowski
April 22, 2007
To the Poland Family;
I never had the opportunity to meet Brent. But my Fiancee, Chris Stannix, told me how much he liked him and thought of him as another brother, along with the other members of his Lav Group!! I know Brent and the other Soldiers will never be forgoten and we will miss them so much!! If you ever need anything or want someone to talk to, I am always here for you! Take care!
Trisha Heinbuch
April 22, 2007
I'm not sure what else to say other than THANK YOU, to Brent for giving so selflessly. Also to his friends and family for supporting him to be such an honourable person. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Kelly Currie and Family
April 22, 2007
So sorry for your great loss. Find solace in the fact that he will remain a hero in all hearts for eternity.
al porter
April 22, 2007
allan porter so sorry for yor loss rip brent,,,
Laura Higgins (Wilkins)
April 22, 2007
I was so sad to learn of Brent's death in Afghanistan. I am pleased that so many have had the opportunity to reflect on his bravery and the sacrifice he made. I remember Brent vividly from high school as having strong convictions and it is wonderful that he was able to follow his passion.
Every year in Australia on the 25th of April we commemorate the ANZAC Day holiday to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who landed at Gallipoli in Turkey during World War I. On Wednesday the solider - the hero - I will be telling my daughters about will be Brent.
My thoughts are with the Poland family at this difficult time.
Stephanie Wheeler (Aikin)
April 21, 2007
To the Pollands:
We are all very proud to have had Brent touch our lives in so many ways. Some of us knew him from Camlachie, St.Clair and the many places he's been, There is one thing he was always good for....a smile and a laugh and I'm glad that's how I personally will remember him. We shall never forget his sacrifice. May God be with you.
Aleksandra Lason
April 21, 2007
Another angel in heaven another hero on earth.
Mat Thompson
April 21, 2007
I just learned of Brent's tragic death. He was my leader one year at Huron Church Camp and still one of my favorites. I looked at my pictures from that time before leaving Canada this past year and there were so many of Brent. I'm sorry for your loss and I will always remember him from camp and from my pictures, especially the one when our cabin pinned him down and covered him in shaving cream. He was always such a fun guy and everyone from that time will remember how great he really was.
Joy Banerjee and Michelle Pepper
April 20, 2007
To the Poland family,
Michelle and I would like to express our deepest sympathies. We sincerely appreciate the sacrifice that Brent made and have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Laila Meadus
April 20, 2007
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Poland,
I heard the sad news from my family still in Camlachie. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I know that Brent would have made a positive difference wherever he was and whoever he met.
I wish you and Mark and his family condolences and sympathy.
Sincerely,
Laila Meadus
Jennie Bice
April 20, 2007
I remain so sad. My deepest sympathies to Brent's family. I worked at Huron Church Camp many years ago with Brent and have had the privilege of knowing how wonderful he was. It has been many years since I saw him, but many Huron Camp alumni staff have been reuinted through this horrible loss and we all remember what a kind, strong, selfless person he was. He will be missed.
Hubbard Family
April 20, 2007
We are so sad for your loss, so proud of Cpl. Poland, and so grateful for his service. May you find comfort in these difficult days and know that he made a difference.
Ella & Fred Lucas
April 20, 2007
Please accept our condolences for the loss of your son Brent as we share the same grief with the loss of our son Sgt Donnie Lucas as they were together on Easter Sunday. We briefly met the Poland family in Trenton and know how proud you were of your son as we were of ours. Keep your family and friends close as we try to get through this together. God Bless.
Kirsty Baird
April 20, 2007
May Brent Rest In Peace, My sincere condolences to your family at this time
J Barrera
April 19, 2007
It's amazing how we all hold our collective breath as a nation at the first news of a Canadian casualty, We owe our troops so much more than what we are able to give, May God give his family solace.
May Cpl. Poland rest in peace
Matthew Laanstra
April 19, 2007
Hi, it's Matthew. I'm sorry Brent died in Afganistan and I feel really bad. Every time I say grace, me and Alex say to take care of Brent up in heaven and take care of you too.
Rodney & Margaret Lucas
April 19, 2007
To the Poland Family:
As brother and sister-in-law of the late Sergeant Don Lucas, we know the pain that you are experiencing during this difficult time. Please be assured that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam Dillard
April 19, 2007
Goodbye for now to a selfless hero. God Bless Your sacrifice is of eternal value. Much comfort and many condolonces at this painful time
Ian McFarlane
April 19, 2007
So sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace.
Ross Grier
April 19, 2007
sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to his family and friends. I'm sure he was a great man and a proud man.
Stephen
April 19, 2007
Rest in peace soldier. Sincere condolences to all the family.
Alex Lauriston
April 19, 2007
This is a great tradgedy and my feelings go to all the family and friends of this man who gave his life for the freedom of others. God speed
CJ MacLean
April 19, 2007
Rest In Peace, my deepest condolences go out to the family.
Derek Pilling
April 19, 2007
My greatest sympathies to Brent's family and freinds at this time.
Toni Ogilby
April 19, 2007
Im so sorry to hear this. My sympathy goes out to Cpl. Brent Poland's family and friends for their loss.
RIP
Jerry and Judy Tyrrell
April 19, 2007
Dear Don and Pat,
Just a note to say how sorry we are to hear about Brent. It's so hard to know what to say at a time like this. Sorry we can't be with you on Friday but we are in Atlanta, Ga. now. We hope to see you sometime this summer. We think of you everyday and are thoughts are always with you.
Love, Jerry and Judy
Amanda Cushley
April 19, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Having lost my brother a few months ago, I know this can not be easy for you. Your family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrew Neil
April 19, 2007
My condolences to the family a tragic loss. My thoughts are with you
Danny Grant
April 19, 2007
Deepest sympathies for your loss, and your son will never be forgotten.
Craigy Boy
April 19, 2007
What a tragic life lost. My condolences to the family.
JOHN G
April 19, 2007
Thoughts go out to family and friends of this tradgedy...The Lord Gave,And The Lord Hast Taken Away;Blessed Be The Name Of The Lord R-I-P
Daniel Peterson
April 19, 2007
Rest in Peace Cpl Poland. You are a hero and will always remain one.
darren Johnston
April 19, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Cpl. Brent Poland. Your bravery will not be forgotten.
j mc
April 19, 2007
Really sorry for your loss. Sure he was a great man and did well for his country.
David Henderson
April 19, 2007
Rest In Peace
Alex T
April 19, 2007
To the Poland family,
My deepest sympathies to you at this time of mourning. I pray that the sacrifice made in the cause of freedom will be yield some good fruitful results.
Jamie Adams
April 19, 2007
I offer my sympathy and deepest condolences to the family of a hero.
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