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Nicholas Eischen Obituary

Nick Eischen, our gentle giant, left us on Christmas Day 2007 while proudly serving his country in Afghanistan. Nick was a medic in the United States Air Force and a proud husband and father his family always came first. Nick was born on July 6, 1983, in Fresno and lived most of his life in Clovis. He was a graduate of Buchanan High School where he played football and baseball. He loved sports, fishing, golf, music, and making people laugh. He will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his brother David; his cousin Tyler; and his great-grandparents, Dwain and Pauline Bridges. Nick is survived by his wife Leah and son Braeden; his parents, Drew and Suzi Eischen; his brother Joey; his sister, Jamie Hovsepian and her husband Sol; nieces, Talia, Amanda, Taylor, and Macie; grandparents, Bob and Vickie Pinion, Cliff and Lynn Eischen, and Don and Dixie Hyberg; aunts and uncles, Larry and Nicole Pinion, Todd and Donna Eischen, Kyle and Lisa Eischen, Scott and Kathy Laird, and Tricia and James Hammond; cousins, Joey, Caity, Bobbie, Sommer, Sasha, Macy; in-laws, Kim and Ray Marshall, and Jimmie Firestone; and brothers-in-law, Johnnie and Adam Firestone; and sister-in-lawApril Firestone. Visitation: will be held at Boice Funeral Home in Clovis, Ca. on Thursday, January 3, 2008, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at New Hope Community Church on Friday, January 4, 2008, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Graveside Services at Clovis Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the Family House, 50 Irving Street, San Francisco, Ca. 94112. BOICE FUNERAL HOME 308 Pollasky Avenue Clovis, Ca. (559)299-4372

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Published by Fresno Bee from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Eischen

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leah

October 22, 2013

I miss you

Sarah Moriano

December 29, 2012

Forever in our hearts. May you rest in peace.

December 28, 2012

The 5th anniversary of his passing on Christmas Day; please be aware Nicholas has not been forgotten. He is still remembered, respected & honored.

Peggy Childers

December 24, 2012

December 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen:
Always remembering Nicholas. "Some gave all."

Peggy Childers

December 24, 2011

To the family and friends of Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen:
Please accept my remembrance of Nicholas on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

S.A.

December 24, 2011

Forever remembered and never to be forgotten. GOd Bless your family.

Roger Rickert

August 23, 2011

Rest In Peace Hero, Our Grateful Nation Salutes You.. Welcome Home

Peggy Childers

December 23, 2010

To the family and friends of Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen:
Remembering Nicholas on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Manuel & Sarah Moriano

June 1, 2010

We salute you on this day. May you rest in peace.

S. Allen

May 31, 2010

Never to be forgotten an American Hero. Thank You.

Peggy Childers

December 23, 2009

To the parents of Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen:
I know your pain
I know your sorrow
It feels as though there's no tomorrow
It's Christmastime
Your child is gone
But know that from the great beyond
He's watching you
And is so proud
Wanting you to sing strong and loud
Allow this Christmas season in
So loving life can begin again.

Donna Gillette

December 13, 2009

On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.

In Memory of Nicholas ~ (Debra Estep)

January 1, 2009

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Nicholas, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep - Aleandri
Twinsburg, Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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Peggy Childers

December 24, 2008

To the family of Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen:
Nicholas gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Kenna Larra

December 5, 2008

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Sincerely,
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Larry Duett

September 6, 2008

Just wanted to say Blessings to the Bobby Pinion Family. You stay in my heart and on my mind. I know the hurt never stops and the memories never fade. That's the way Love is - it just goes on and on. Somehow we learn to live with the pain and the beautiful memories over time will smother out the pain. Most importantly is for the family to unitfy and love and encourage one another and keep looking up to the open arms of The Creator. The One that will always have Love, Peace, and Joy for you. Larry W. Duett, USN Ret.

NAncy Cecil

September 3, 2008

Hey Nick,Just stoppin by to show some love and say how much I miss You and Joey.I hope you two are having a good time.Love to you both.Just thinking of you alot today.Love Queen Aunt Nancy

Richard Norton

August 30, 2008

To the Eischen Family,
I hade the extreme privelage of knowing and working with Nick in the Bagram ER. He was one of the best medics that I have ever met. Truley a great man! He spoke very highly of you all and was especially proud of his son. My family sends our deepest condolences and wish you all the best in these hardest of times.

July 6, 2008

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Senior Airman Eischen and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

July 6, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Senior Airman Eischen!

NANCY CECIL

April 3, 2008

jUST 3 MONTHS AND NINE DAYS AFTER LOSING NICK,WE HAVE NOW LOST HIS YOUNGER BROTHER JOEY.TODAY IS TRULEY ONE OF THE SADDEST DAYS OF OUT LIFES.R I P BROTHERS.TOGETHER AGAIN,NEVER FORGOTTEN...I LOVE BOTH OF YOU,QUEEN AUNT NANCY

Suzanne MacDaniel

March 2, 2008

To the Eischen family,

I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Nicholas' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.

...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 Iraq

Debbie DeLeo-TreeFrog Data Solutions

February 27, 2008

Leah,
We were deeply saddened to hear recently about your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days.

Erica Gonzales

February 9, 2008

To the Family and Friends of Nick Eischen:
I had the great privilege of working with him at Travis AFB in the Family Practice Clinic. He was not only a great medic and person but he was also a great friend. I am very proud to say that I knew him. My condolenses go out to his family back home and to Leah and Braeden. I know you will be strong and make it through this tough time. May God Bless you in the tough days and years to come.

P.S. Nick, thank you for your service and dedication to our country. May you rest in peace.

Michael Whetzel

February 3, 2008

I just finished 19 years as an Air Force Medic. I am truly sorry that you have lost your son. I would have been proud to serve with Nicholas and as I continue to serve as a MSgt 4N0 I will remember the sacrifice Nicholas gave in the defense of our country.

shawnee (Austin, TX)

January 22, 2008

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to your family. I didn't know your son, but I want you to know that I am so very sorry for your loss, and we grieve with you at the loss of another American hero.

Jennifer Chappell

January 16, 2008

To Nick's beloved family, I wish I could have met your son,he was one of my son Sam's very best friends. I am so sad for you. Sam was crushed when he got the call, while he was here for Christmas. He was so honored to be asked to escort your son home. I pray for you all, and I just wish I knew what to say.I am so sorry.

A Proud Grandmother of a fallen hero

January 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.I lost my Grandson PFC Joseph R Berlin on Dec 30th. As I grieve the loss of our Hero I also grieve the loss of Senior Airman Eischen and all of our brave young people who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Arely (Spc. Roberto J. Causor KIA in Samara, Iraq on 7/7/07

January 12, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear about the death of another hero. May God comfort you during these difficult times.

Linda Flannery

January 11, 2008

My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Airman Eischen. May you find comfort in your loving memories, and know that America shares in your sorrow.
My flag flies in honor of this brave young man.

Chaplain Dan Gates

January 10, 2008

With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Senior Airman Eischen. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!

Rest In Peace

Michael iezzi

January 10, 2008

Father we entrust our brother Nicholas to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Nicholas in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

Julie Montano

January 10, 2008

For the family of Airman Nocholas Eichen,

I wrote this to honor your soldier and to hopefully help heal your heart as it has helped mine to remember my son.

As another soldier falls and is taken to heaven
A brother or sister will pick up his weapon
They carry it with pride and will never forget
He was family that they grieve, even though never met.

Your soldier still fights though not on this land
He sits on their shoulders now as an angel at hand
He fights with a vengengence with tears and with love
To protect those from entering God's home above

Though only one Angel and so many to save
Some are called from the land of the free and the brave.
But your soldier is there to hold his brothers hand
And to show them their home in the promised land.

He'll never be forgotten and we salute him with pride
For from Hero to angel on the day that he died
Please accept our graitude for the sacrifice you now make
And from our hearts, some comfort please take.

Please if you ever get a chance I would love to have a few pictures of Nicholas, as I am starting my own scrapbook of those whose book I have signed. I see this picture here but would love to learn a lil more about the man that I shed tears for along with the loss of my son. It just makes it a lil more personal. May God be with you and your family.

Proud mother of:
Spc Joshua S. Modgling
KIA Muhamad Al Ali, Iraq
June 19th, 2007

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

January 10, 2008

My heartfelt sympathy to the Eischen family in the loss of Nicholas. I did not know Nicholas, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Nicholas you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Maria Blanquita Climaco

January 9, 2008

To the Eischen family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. We have recently lost our dear Markie to the Iraq effort. Please know we grieve with you and that Nicholas did not die in vain. The only thing that diminishes the pain of losing Mark was the fact that he really loved being a soldier just as Nicholas did. I have to honor, respect and celebrate that. Mr. & Mrs. Eischen, thank you for giving us Nicholas. God bless!

January 9, 2008

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

Randy Stumpfhauser

January 9, 2008

Drew, Suzie, Joey and family, my wife and I are very sorry to hear of your loss. I have great memories of racing bikes with both Nick and Joey and spending time with all of you at the races. I appreciate Nick and his service for this country. I pray that God may give you peace and comfort.

Steve Mahoney

January 8, 2008

My wife, my kids & I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your family. We didn't know your son, but we want you to know that we are so very sorry for your loss. The Mahoney Family

Harry Pittman

January 8, 2008

Dear Family of SRA Eischen, I don't know you, but I know your lost. My wife and I lost a daughter at 23years of age and we sypathize with you. We appreciate your son's military service for our country's freedom. I retired after 21 years from the USAF with a year in Nam plus many TDYs there. You are in our prayers
Major and Mrs Harry Pittman, USAF Ret.

Nancy Westfall (was Bacciarini)

January 8, 2008

To The Eischen Family,
My heartfelt condolences to each of you. I have fond memories of Nick. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,

Sandy Bonesteel

January 8, 2008

As a mother of a Soldier, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.

Cathy Vogt

January 7, 2008

Drew, Suzie, Joey and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Nick was a great guy, we will always remembered that smile. We are so proud of him for fighting for our freedom. We can not even imagine what you are going through at this time. Know that he is with the Lord and being taken care of. May your faith, family and friends help you through this. If you need anything, please know we are here for you. God Bless you all! Love the Vogt Family, Kirk, Cathy, Nicole, Sean and Michael

Golden & Elrod Families

January 5, 2008

Eischen family no bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. We know that words cannot express how we feel, but our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Martha Pankratz

January 5, 2008

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Nick's loved ones. I am the mother of a young man who, thank God, came home from his tour in Iraq alive and well. We have lost quite a few young people we love, in this war. Some in Iraq and some in Afghanistan. I don't have words to convey all that I feel for you. I'm sorry for your loss. God Bless you all.

MSgt Lawrence N. Eischen

January 5, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Eischen family.

Captain Carla Sizer, USAF

January 5, 2008

I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen, God bless you and your family and God bless America!

Contact me if you want to talk.

PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq

Valorie

January 4, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007

Deanna Schuldeis

January 4, 2008

Leah, I can not imagine loss you and the family are feeling.

Hold on to memories and thank God that Nick was in your life, if even for a short while.

We love you and Braeden and have you, Braeden and Nick's family in our prayers.

Love,

Uncle Randy, Aunt Deanna, Ann, Kendra, and Matt.

Manuel and Sarah Moriano

January 4, 2008

It is with great sadness that we offer our deepest and heartfelt sympathy for the Eichen family on the loss of there beloved Hero. May God give you the strength to help you thru this very difficult time and may time ease your pain of losing your loved one.

Peggy Dunn

January 4, 2008

You do not know me, but my son Larry served a year & a half in Iraq, I prayed every day for his safety and those of all our men and women serving our Country. I still pray for all our Troops. I am so sorry for your loss and my heart and prayer's go out to you and all your family. Just know he is in a better place and will be protected by God's love and Angel Wing's. You will all be together one day and what a rejoiceful time that will be. God bless you all in your time of loss.

Larry Duett

January 4, 2008

Nicholas was a true American Hero and will always be with us in spirit. He leaves with us a lot of himself because he has made an impact on all of your lives. His beautiful smile will forever be in your memory and the love you have for him forever in your hearts. I'm a long time friend of his Grand-Pa and when he called me to tell me about Nicholas I could really feel his pain. I had never in 47 years heard his Grand Pa cry, and that shows me the deep love that he had for Nicholas. Nicholas deserved every bit of that love. May peace and comfort be with all of your family during this time of pain. Our hearts go out to each of you and we join with you in that pain. Larry Duett, US Navy, Ret.

Wright Family

January 3, 2008

To the Eischen and Pinion families, our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Donna G

January 3, 2008

I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to Nicholas' family and friends. Hang on to the happy times, and the pride I know you had for Nicholas. He was a brave young man. Remember he is with you always in your hearts.
God bless you all & may you find peace in knowing that you will see him again one day.

God Bless America and all our men & women in the armed forces

Donna G. - Montrose, PA
Proud AF Mom of SrA Scott ~ Mt. Home, ID (Iraq Vet)

Gale Poindexter

January 3, 2008

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.

I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.

Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!

(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/ 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)

Tanya Stephens

January 3, 2008

To the Eischen Family,
I send you my deepest, heartfelt, sypmathy.I had the pleasure of knowing Nick through my son Ryan aka Miller. Nick was a wonderful boy. As the mother of a Marine, I know how scary it is to have your son(s) out there. But just know that Nick was truly a hero. May he rest in peace. With Love, Tanya Stephens

Lisa Barkley Ceccarelli Tripp

January 3, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Msgt Anthony (USAF/ANG), Sally and Patrick McCoy

January 3, 2008

You do not know us, however, our sorrow and sympathy are with you. My husband (MSGT Anthony W. McCoy, 144th FW) was serving in Balad, Iraq at this time last year. Everyday I prayed for him and his squadrons'safe return. We pray that God comfort your hearts in this trying time. Thank you for allowing Nicholas to serve our Country. He is a true hero.

Garnet Jenkins

January 3, 2008

My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen, with a Multitude of Thanks for this Brave Young Airman's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

The price Nicholas and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten. May he Rest Safely now, in God's Care and may the Peace of God be with the Eischen family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago

"Surely He hath borne our grief,
and carried our sorrows."
~ Isaiah 53:4 ~

May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with Nicholas.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.

Rest In Peace Senior Airman Nicholas Eischen

January 3, 2008

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

January 3, 2008

Rest in peace.

Tara Pearson

January 2, 2008

Leah, Suzie , Drew & Family you are in my thought's and prayer's may god be with you at your time of need. All my love Tara

SHIRLEY DONEY

January 2, 2008

REST IN PEACE SENIOR EISCHEN, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

Cecil and Darlene Eppler

January 2, 2008

To Eischen Families:
We are so sorry for your loss. We pray for all of you and our deepest sympathies to Nick's wife and son. God bless and strength you.

Queen Aunt Nancy Cecil

January 2, 2008

Gosh Nick where do I start.I never thought I would be writing you in here.But I am and thats the cold hard reality of life.I wish I had stayed closer to you in the last few years.They just get away so fast.I have thought about you and Joey and prayed for your safe return when I heard where you were.Jon has often asked about you and told me to remember you in my prayes which I did.Jon and Jeremy send there love and want you to know how badley they feel.In the past few days I have thought about you and the fact that I was the lucky one to first hold you as a newborn.Walking your Mom up and down the halls at the hospital waiting for you to be born.You were as handsome then as you are now.I want you to know that all of us on your Grandpa's side,Aunt Barbara & Uncle Paul,Paula and Allen and their familys and Aunt Betty and Doc;Tommy and Jerry and their familys.Aunt Frieda and Kieth.Cheryl and Tara and their familys.Billie Rene and Jesse and kids.Uncle Douglas and of course Jon and Krystle, Jeremy and Doug,Corey,lots and lots of cousins, and Me,
Queen Aunt Nancy.That was a name you and Joey gave me and I wear it proudly.We will miss you Nick.I saw your handsom brother and grandpa saluteing You as you enter the chapel.I know that hurt.I feel so badly for them.I want you to know just how special you are to us and you will never be forgotten.Give Uncle Doug and your great grandma "Loretta" and grandpa Homer and Your Uncle Billy and Kenneth a hug for me.Now we have you as our angel to watch over everyone that Loves you and I know you are looking down now.I pray for you to give us just some of your strength.I am proud to call you my nephew and thank you for serving our country.With much love,Queen Aunt Nancy...and family

Paula Barnhart (Settle)

January 2, 2008

Dearst Suzi and Drew, I am soo sorry for the loss of Nick. He was an awesome child. Grandma, grandpa, uncle Billy and the rest will take good care of him. Most of all, our good Lord and his son Jesus we see that he is well taken care of. I love you Suzi and my heart is with you, Drew, Joey, Nicks wife and son. Forever in my heart you all will be. Your cousin Paula

Barbara Settle

January 2, 2008

Susie, Drew, Joey, Bobby and Vicki. I am so very sorry for your loss. Paul, I and family have you in our prayers and thoughts. Nick was a blessing to your family, and a good human being. God bless him for what he did for our Country. Love and Sympathy, Aunt Barbara, Uncle Paul, Paula and Allen (Pinion)-Settle.

Don & Terry Davis

January 2, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chelsea Spencer

January 1, 2008

Nick and I were in ROP at Buchanan our junior year of high school. He was one of the nicest people I knew. He was always just a big teddy bear, who would do anything to help you at anytime. My thoughts and prayers are with you all now. God bless you.

Debbi Baker

January 1, 2008

Hi Suzie, Drew and family: We are so very sorry to hear about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you..... He looks the same as he did way back when he was racing bmx..... Love Debbi, Corey and Brandon Baker

Scott ELLIOTT

January 1, 2008

To Drew, Suzy, Joey, Jamie, Cliff, Lynn and Eischen family.

Our thoughts are with you at this time. Scott Elliott and family in Australia.

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