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Shane Stachnik Obituary
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Sandra Jean Yetman
May 19, 2024
My sister dated Shane and was / is still devastated all these years hence. Rhonda Yetman is her name.
I am her elder sister, Sandra Yetman. I am taking this time to remember him and to thank for his service.
Frank S
August 15, 2015
Thinking of you today as we received word that we loss another one of our great Spr buddies from long ago. May you and Mike find peace together and keep each other company
Erica L
November 11, 2014
RIP Shane miss you:(
Greg Murray
September 2, 2014
I can't believe it has been eight years, there still isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about that day.
RIP Shane.
How you can show support
Robert Kettlewell
August 14, 2014
Shane I miss you Bro
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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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
Perry Collins
September 22, 2013
Rest in peace brother, you will always be remembered.
CHIMO!
Brenda Troke
September 4, 2013
Thinking about you this week.
Greg Murray
September 1, 2013
It has been way to long since I have written. I think about that faithful day all of the time but as the anniversary approaches I find myself thinking that the world is a sadder place without you. RIP Shane you will always be in my thoughts.
Christina Dunn
May 15, 2013
Shane, you were so brave. Thank you for all you've done for Canada. Darcy and family, thank you for being brave, and for continuing being brave through the years. He is never, and will never, be forgotten.
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
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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
Brian Melee
November 11, 2012
Thinking of you this November 11 Hank.
Roger Borchert
September 3, 2012
Written in thoughts of the Families of Our Fallen
Such joy rode the sun's beam
The day a child was born
Then thunder roared
Shook those near
And left their hearts forlorn
They had watched the child
Shared all their love
Instilled a strength beyond
A strength that grew year by year
And settled on the flag above
A gift to a nation
From one who gave and gave
To bring about a better world
To keep our world safe
Oh Lord we will remember
Those who've given all
Please hold them close
Hold them near
For us they stood so tall
Now heartbreak wakes each morning
Time it heals not
For those who loved the soldier
Who gave more than he got
Lord let them know
From hearts so near
We're nearby at their side
Ready to lift, to hold them strong
We've seen the tears they cried
We now share in their journey
As hearts forlorn grow strong
They know we're nearby
With a thought, a care
We know love is never gone
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Darcy
February 14, 2012
Happy Valentine's Day Shane! I'm always thinking of you, always missing you and forever loving you! xoxo
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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Jolanta Galej
December 22, 2011
In Honor of Shane Stachnik Forever Rest in peace ~
Jolanta Galej
September 5, 2011
R.I.P Sergeant Shane Stachnik.
Pat Deslauriers
September 3, 2011
Shane, for all the good info and experience you share. RIP Chimo!!
Jolanta Galej
August 16, 2011
In honor of Sergent Shane Stachnik forever. Rest in peace. :)
Kevin Marshall
January 17, 2011
I first met you shane in 1996 in Pet. We shared many a beer, laugh and chat until 2000, when I left. My thoughts go out to your wife, children, family and friends. Rest easy my friend
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
[email protected]
Erin Conroy
November 11, 2010
RIP Shane...I remember the good times..xo
Tami Mitton
November 11, 2010
Not just today, but every day you are in our hearts and thoughts. We are among many who still miss you!
Tami, Jorge, Erin, Kenny
Brenda Troke
November 10, 2010
Hi Shane, just a note to say that I'm thinking about you. I hope you are resting my dear friend. I will visit you tomorrow for Remembrance Day.
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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angela rutter
August 31, 2010
Thank you Shane
For the lessons learned and the laughs and fun! In three days my kids and I will walk to your grave and honor you for the truly great human being you were, I will share a glass of tuborg in your memory and sing along to "sweet caroline" the only words you knew.......bababa, after hearing it so many times you would have thought you could have picked it up!
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
[email protected]
Darcy Mitton
February 14, 2010
Doesn’t matter what day it is
My love for you will always be
Just like no matter the day
I also feel your love with me
The kids and I move though life
We always take you along
Memories at dinner or a random thought
Keep you in our presence
The pain and longing does not go away
Coping with our loss does get better each day
Happy Valentine’s Day Shane
We Love and miss you so very much!
Love Darcy, Elliott & Samantha
Jackie Burkosky
January 12, 2010
Shane - I knew you for so many years and though you are now gone, you are still in my thoughts. It is such a shame that you never got to live out your time in this world. Your great sacrifice makes me appreciate every day all the more. RIP my friend.
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
[email protected]
Tami Mitton-Hayes
November 11, 2009
It is Remembrance Day. We remember your sacrifice especially today, but every day is Remembrance Day. We miss you Shane.
Love Tami, Jorge, Kenny, Erin
Jenn Lay
November 11, 2009
Shane,
To the brave soldier and the brothers/sisters who lost thier lives for our freedom, we will never forget your sacrifices. Thank you soldiers for all that you do. Never forget...
Shane, you will always be missed and thought of everyday. Thank you for being so amazing and for changing so many lives.
Roger Borchert
November 7, 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
[email protected]
Sandy Mellish
September 1, 2009
As we approach the anniversary of the day that would change us forever, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with those who loved you so very much.
We move forward with our lives in a totally different manner now. There is a pain in our hearts that stings like it was yesterday as we struggle to continue in this world without your presence among us.
Rest in Peace Good and Faithful Servant
Sandy Mellish
Mother of a Candian Hero
WO Frank Mellish KIA 03 Sep 2006
July 1, 2009
I miss you so much Handsome Man. Thank you for making Canada that much better! I love you!
Darcy
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
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
ROD STORDY
November 12, 2008
NOV 11-08
DEAR SHANE,FAMILY.I come to you as a friend for i never met you but we share the same day of sept 3 06 as on this day we as canada become to know your name.as on this day along beside you as you travelled home my brother in law makes ih way also beside you.i thank you for all you have given us.may we never forget and be proud of our troops.god bless you and your family.
melissa landriault
November 11, 2008
Remembering you today Shane. You are deeply missed by many
Pastor Eric Strachan
November 11, 2008
Hank and Avril, our thoughts and prayers are with you both today again on this Remembrance Day 2008.
May the God of peace comfort your hearts and bring calm within. May He assure you of His ability to keep you - and heal you day by day.
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
[email protected]
dani davies
November 4, 2008
i never knew him but i writing a book about him!!
Samantha Webb
October 12, 2008
I will always miss you no matter what happens and i will always love you and i always did but most of all I will never forget you ever in my life!
love your loving daughter,
Samantha Shirly Webb
Roger Borchert
September 29, 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
Sgt. Shane Stachnik 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}~
Frank Smith
September 6, 2008
Shane,
If only I had the skill to properly write down my feelings on that day as I sat on a phone in England with a fellow Sapper to break me the heart breaking news. I so regreted not being able to join in the gathering to say good bye to you. There are constant reminders of you around me. The memories we shared as room mates and learing how to attempt fine carpentry in building a hot tub in ThomasLavgrad with only a chainsaw and a sledge hammer. This I will never forget.
Shane you were a friend to all and someone many strive to replicate. But unfourtunately there was only one Shane.
God bless you and all of your family as we all miss you everyday!!
Brenda Troke
September 2, 2008
Thinking about you Shane!! Marie Granados & I were sitting this past weekend looking back at some old photos. We sure had some good memories pop up! You are missed by so many people.
Marie & I will visit a monument here in Toronto tomorrow. xoxo You are always in my thoughts! Bren
Trevor Harnett
December 7, 2007
I knew shane for about 4 years, I served over in Bosnia with him in 2001 and he came over to the house from time to time for a beer, he was always good for a laugh.
He will be missed.
Greg Murray
November 14, 2007
Shane,
It has been over a year now since you were taken away from those who loved and worked with you, it has been a long year and I have thought about it everyday. I hope that your family has been able to find some peace in knowing that you were doing what you believed in.
Hamlet Canosa
November 7, 2007
Dear Stachnik Family,
On behalf of my family and those countless others across this country who share my sentiments, I express my deepest sympathy and profound appreciation for the sacrifice of your precious Shane. He is a true hero - one willing to put his life on the line for others. May the good Lord console you through the power and assurance of His Holy Word and abiding Spirit. Shane's sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace, brave soldier.
Kelly Dove
September 4, 2007
Shane, I wish I had met you. Darcy and I talk about you and Rick for endless hours. I am glad to know that you and Rick knew each other and I wish that I would have known it before you left us. I know that we all would have had wonderful times together because everytime I am with Darcy I feel so honoured to be in her circle of friends. She is the most beautiful person that any one could meet, I love her dearly. If there was such thing as wishes comming true...it would be that we would feel no more pain. It hurts me to see Darcy hurting. It is evident that she has never ending love for you Shane, you must be one amazing man to have such a wonderful woman.
Darcy Mitton
September 3, 2007
Dear Handsome Man,
Everyday you are in the kids and I thoughts and words. Not a day goes by when we don't speak of you or shed a tear because we miss you in our lives so very much. It will always remain like that, we will always feel you with us. My heart still is broken but it helps to feel our love. Every new experience reminds me of something we have done in the past. I have good company of other wives who lost their husbands and it helps. Everyone is so proud of you as I have always been. One day we will be together again and I have to be patient and fulfill my Motherly duties and make sure the kids grow up with all the good you taught them and the great example you were. It is hard but for you and because of you I want to make you as proud as you have made us. I love your family and I want to always be there for them as much as I can or if ever they need us. I love you just like always. You really were my happy place...Rest in Peace until we meet again.
Love Always
Darcy
Tami Mitton-Hayes
September 3, 2007
Well Shane, it's been a year now, but still, the void is there and sadness seeps in at times. We'll always be proud to have known you. Gone too soon, never forgotten.
Love Tami, Jorge, Kenny, Erin
Charmaine Tedford
September 3, 2007
Darcy,
You've been in my thoughts all day. A year ago your life was abruptly changed and I know every day has been a struggle to try to understand the meaning of it. Please know that Shane would be so proud of your strength this past year. I've seen you get stronger every day. I love you my friend.
Charmaine
W & M Osmond
September 3, 2007
In our thoughts and prayers; this day and always.
melissa landriault
September 3, 2007
Hi Shane, it has been one year today since your passing. You are deeply missed but definitely not forgotten.
Rest in peace,
Frank Boosamra
September 3, 2007
Shane, you were called to Heaven far too soon. But, God needed a soul, so powerful so committed, so honest. that only you could fill His need. So blessed on earth, so loved by all mortality, your calling has gone far beyond. Only the elite of all humanity are chosen to take on a role in the divine betterment of mankind. You now play a most deserved role in that endeavour. Fight on dearest warrior, you will always meet the challenge.
Brenda Troke
September 2, 2007
Thinking about you Shane!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs
Sgt. Paul K. Ryan
December 31, 2006
Shane and I had been on a few of the same courses here in CFB Gagetown. His love and respect for Darcy and the kids was foremost. Many a day and night were spent in my garage working on our motorcycles and BBQ'ing steaks that were way too big. Stephanie and I miss you very much and I was just glad to have known you. You my friend, were one of a kind...no one can argue with that. We miss you Bro.
Kelly Mitton
November 24, 2006
Shane, it's taken awhile to be able to write because the void you leave in those I love is so great.
Thank you for your bravery and for your will to defend our country and our freedom - you are truly a hero.
Thank you most for the love and all the other things you gave Darcy, Elliott and Samantha while you were here. You are also a hero for those things.
Gone too soon. You are missed.
Renate Rodd
November 18, 2006
Dean Shane: It has been over 2 and a half months since you have gone. It is still hard to believe and very hard to even write something consoling to your family and to
Darcy. I know that its hard for you all.
For me, I can only try and remember the fun we had when we enjoyed a Thanksgiving dinner at my table, refreshments on my deck and when you renovated Darcy's front walkway. (your little truck pulled those shrubs out like nothing lol). I wont forget your distinct voice, quiet way and how you made Darcy feel. We are proud of you as a soldier and also as a great person. We miss you!
MCpl Angela Rutter
November 14, 2006
You have touched many peoples lives in the things you have done and the person you were and will be remembered for. I took my family to pay our respects to you the day before rememberance day. I still cannot accept it. Tuborg and sweet caroline will always remind me of you.
Renee Savoie
November 13, 2006
Happy Birthday Shane
Joseph F
November 9, 2006
Dear Sergeant Shane Stchnik and Family,
I have never got the priviledge of meeting any of you, but recently i was assigned a project on Sergeant Shayne Stachnik. The project was assigned on a brave, fallen, Canadian soldier... who made the ultimate sacrifice for peace in our world. My deepest and most sincere condolences to the Stachnik family, and thank you Shane for your brave and courageous sacrifice. My thoughts are with you always.
Yours Most Sincerely,
Joseph F
Renee Savoie
November 9, 2006
You will be dearly missed Shane.
You will forever be in my heart.
Renee Savoie
November 9, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Ashley Allen
October 29, 2006
Shane.
you were more than a second cousin to me.
We didnt get to see eachother much, but when we did,
we laughed.
You got to meet my sisters
which meant alot.
I keep you in my prayers everynight.
Ill miss you shane.
Youu died for our county,
and that takes alot to have
the courage, but thats who you were.
Thanks for everytihngg.
Jan Mueller
October 28, 2006
Though I didn't know you personally, Shane, I want to thank you for helping to keep our countries safe and ask God to bring comfort and peace not only to Darcy and her children, but to your family as well. From what I have read and learned from my friend, Tami Hayes, you were a man of great worth...with a love for his country and family, and I pray that someday you will be reunited with the ones you love. God bless you and your family, Shane.
Sgt Kevin Kitzul
October 15, 2006
Shane
Old Friend, you will be missed, here is to the next time we shall meet and have a drink on the beach somewhere.
Tami Mitton-Hayes
October 9, 2006
It is hard to find the words to express the deep sadness our family feels these days. We will never forget you Shane. I know you were a dedicated soldier committed to trying to make a better world for those less fortunate than ourselves. You are our hero, and a truly great Canadian. We are proud and fortunate to have known you. The cherished memories of better times makes the burden of grief a little easier to bear at times. We will always miss you.
Our condolences go out to all the families of our fallen soldiers. Lest we Forget.
Erin Hayes
October 8, 2006
Shane,
Words can never say how much my family loves and misses you. I am so proud to have met and spent time with one of our great CANADIAN soldiers. I am so proud of all of the things you have accomplished, you helped the world more then you know and made a difference. Thank you for being such a big part of our world and making my aunt Darcy so happy in the time you both shared together. You were a brave man who fought for our country and for the good of total strangers, you will be remembered always. I will never forget all the holidays and fun weekends we had in sunny petawawa, and they day I met you and you thought I was giving you that "teenage additude" haha!. I miss you Shane Stachnik, I will always remember you as a hero, rest in peace.
Rich Reimer
September 29, 2006
Shane was a good leader and influence to me while I worked for him and will be greatly missed, my deepest condolences to his family. You are missed greatly.
Holly, George, Ben, Nik, Lukas, and Kristi-ann Doshewnek
September 26, 2006
Deepest condolences to the Stachnik family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clyde Tasco
September 20, 2006
Shane,
Glad we got to meet, beers on Darcy's deck and our place was a blast, to bad there was no time to ride the harley's together.
CHIMO Brother
Nicole Williams
September 19, 2006
Shane, I have learned a lot about you in the last few weeks. I've learned that you were (and still are) well liked and well respected by everyone who knew you. You were a leader, and someone who could be relied on in many different situations.
I will remember you as being the quiet cousin who often would contribute a well timed joke or witty comment to the conversation. You always had interesting stories to tell us about the places you'd been and the people you met.
I'm sad that you're gone, but I'm so proud and honored to call you family. You'll be greatly missed, but always remembered.
To Uncle Hank, Auntie Avril, Deanna, Ben, Darcy, Elliott and Samantha: My prayers are with you, and I hope that in time, the good memories we have of Shane will help heal the pain of his passing.
Richard Cail
September 18, 2006
Shane, You have always been a stand up guy. Always a hard worker and good friend. Quiet at times but that only made people listen when you did speak. You will be missed.
UBIQUE
David and Jenny Palmer
September 17, 2006
Hank, Avril, Deanna, Ben, Darcy and Children
Our deepest Sympathy on the loss of Shane. We are proud of him.
Robert Strachan
September 16, 2006
Well Shane, I've been there just after you were born and have had the privilege of being called "uncle Bob" for thirty years. You've made me laugh hundreds of times but this is the first time you've made me cry...and that takes a lot. Judging from the comments of others on this page...you made alot of others cry as well. We loved you, we honored you and now we live greatly missing you. By the way...all those things you told my boys not to tell me or Aunty Loretta...you're in trouble now. Much love from the Strachans and the Williams families.
P.S. We got to meet Darcy, Elliot and Sam...they're like family now.
BettyAnn Hill
September 15, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Mary Musgrove
September 14, 2006
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Stachniks, Williams, Darcy and her children. My favorite memory of Shane is his part in the DART video. He was so proud of himself and we are proud of him. Thanks Shane, you will be greatly missed.
Jane,Luc, Marine, Martin Bouttiau, Wegnez
September 14, 2006
Dear Shane,
I'm a friend of your sister.I met you at your parent's house 10 years ago.I don't know you well except through Deanna and all I read in the newspapers about you. All what have been said about you make me feel closer to you because your are just like you sister, very quiet but also funny, always willing to help the others, with a strong ethic and value. Yes you are a big loss for your family and for your fiancée and children. But also a big loss for our world who need more people like you. Thank you for trying so hard to make our world better.
My heart is crying for you because it is so crual and unfair what happened to you . You did not deserve it. Me and my family are sorry for you.
I know that your mom and dad, Deanna, Ben, Darcy , her children and the rest of your family are suffereing a lot and it makes me suffer to know that. I whish I could be there to support them. But all this love around you will make you live forever in our heart. Love is life and love can be eternal. So life is stronger than death.
From Belgium, condolence to all the family of SHANE
Chrissy Campbell
September 14, 2006
My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Although it has been a while, I always remember his wonderful humour.
Tammie & Mike Pichler
September 14, 2006
You have paid an ultimate price for all Canadians. Thank you for being a freedom fighter.
Nicolas Chaar
September 14, 2006
Seargeant Stachnik:
We don't know each other, but I want to thank you for keeping Canada safer and giving the ultimate thing, and thats your life for us. Seargeant, we are proud to be Canadians and proud of you and every memeber of the Canadian forces. Rest in peace and God Bless.
Ryan Harding
September 13, 2006
To the Stachnik and Williams families: May you find His peace and lean on His strength. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
maryrose simscu
September 13, 2006
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Julie Fortin
September 13, 2006
I would like to extend my condolences to Shane's family and to his fiancée Darcy and her children. I haven't had the pleasure of meeting Shane but heard so many great things about him through Darcy. To Shane, may God bless your soul and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your bravery and sacrifice you have done for all us Canadians.
Charlotte Loshack
September 13, 2006
My deepest condolences to Mr & Mrs Stachnik, Deanna, Darcey and family. May you find peace within your memories until you meet with Shane again. To Shane, for all of us that went to school with you, we know you have some friends up there to meet you and we smile knowing you have each other.
Rhonda Yetman
September 13, 2006
My deepest condolences go out to Shane's family.
Shane will always have a special place in my heart.
Fred & Alma Glennie
September 12, 2006
Hank, Avril, Deanna, Darcy and children...may the God of Peace comfort your hearts at this time of great loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We feel your pain in the loss of a cousin that we didn't know. He was family and that is all that matters. God be with you all.
Trevor Killam
September 12, 2006
Just came back from your funeral yesterday my friend. You always had a way to get us to laugh and remember the old times. Well you did it again, by bring your brothers back to where we started in the regiment. In your death you have made us come closer together, and we will never be able to repay that to you except to never forget the man you where. You maybe gone but you will be in our hearts and minds forever.
Chimo!
Barb Barge (nee Koziak)
September 12, 2006
My Deeepest condolences to the family. May he have eternal bliss.
Colleen Yetman
September 11, 2006
Deepest sympathy to the Stachnik family , your loss is great . Even though it has been a few years since we had the pleasure of Shane's company , he was never forgotten by me and my family . He was a kind and wonderful person .
Paul and Regina Ruth
September 10, 2006
We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the family of Shane, his fiancée Darcy and children. I first meet Shane in Petawawa while on course with him. Shane was a very genuine and a down to earth guy. It was a pleasure for us to have known Shane and he will be deeply missed by all whom he have touched.
CHIMO
The Smyth's
September 10, 2006
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Always Caring,
Always Canadian,
Never Forgotten.
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