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Sgt. Shawn E. Dressler
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Shawn E. Dressler Obituary
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Ardith Cecil Dressler
April 23, 2024
Dear Shawn,
I know that you are now happy in the arms of your mother. Your mom left us in the presence of me, Melissa, and your unseen nieces and nephew on December 18, 2023. Many tears were shed by us all. Your mom suffered terribly near the end. Through the grace of God her suffering was mercifully terminated. She talked of her love for you constantly. She missed you terribly. Now you and your mom are cradled in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Till we all meet again, Dad.
David A. Dodd
May 26, 2019
I remember taking you on patrol with me at the Guadalupe Police Department. Your father and I spent so many hours together on patrol, I though you were destined to wear blue.
My heart still hurts for your family. I think of you often and can't believe that it'll be 12 years next Sunday that you were taken.
You hold a place of Honor in our minds and hearts. May you Rest In Peace!
Teresa Bridges
March 14, 2018
Always remembered and always in my heart.
March 13, 2018
Just visited your grave, I promise you're remembered.
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March 5, 2018
Im glad that people still write here. You are missed and loved by many.
Teresa Bridges
May 5, 2017
I know you are watching over Amanda we think about you often.
Elizabeth Brown
May 4, 2017
Never forgotten. I know you are watching your Amanda from above.
kenny stafford
June 2, 2015
Will never forget all the fun times we had. Always in our hearts. Love you Brother
November 15, 2013
I really do think about you and the brothers in arms we all miss you bro. keep protecting the current daggers
Peggy Childers
June 4, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Shawn E. Dressler:
It has truly been my honor to sign Shawn's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Shawn will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Teresa Bridges
June 2, 2013
Shawn you r not forgotten we think of u everyday. We appreciate the sacrifice u made for our freedom. We pray for your family on this day that they have peace in there hearts. Gone but not forgotten
Kenny Stafford
June 1, 2013
Always in our Hearts! Never Forgotten!!
December 1, 2012
In memory of Shawn. Still remembered, honored and respected.
Peggy Childers
June 7, 2012
June 2, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Shawn E. Dressler:
Always remembering Shawn. "Some gave all."
S.Allen
June 2, 2012
Remembering Sgt Dressler on this day and everyday. NEVER to be forgotten. God be with his family.
Dustin Smith
July 19, 2011
Hey sgt whats up? It has been forever since I last wrote you. I remember gunning for you and laughing and joking with you. Then on that faitful night god needed a strong inteligent soldier to guard his throne and came beckoning for you. I never will forget you. I always tell my wife of the stories about you and all the patrols we went on. god bless your family.
Kenny Stafford
June 7, 2011
Shawn it been 4 years now bro. Think about you all the time.
Thank You so much for everything I've learned from.
Miss ya man!!
brenda fouche
June 5, 2011
Thank you Shawn!!! We will always remember!!!!
S Allen
June 4, 2011
I do apologize for the tardiness in posting my remembrance of the anniversary of heaven receiving another Hero but you are not and NEVER will be forgotten Shawn. God Bless your family.
Peggy Childers
June 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Shawn E. Dressler:
Please accept my remembrance of Shawn on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Judy Palmer
May 27, 2011
Shawn,I never had the honor of meeting you,but I feel as though I know you.From The Bottom of my Heart,THANK YOU for What You Gave for Me & my Family!!!
Teresa Bridges
May 27, 2011
It has been almost 4 years 06/02/2007 since you left us to be with God. Not one day goes by that you are not in my thoughts..Continue to look over Amanda my friend........
Healy
October 27, 2010
Someone like this will always be missed. A great friend, husband, and leader of Soldiers!
Teresa Bridges
August 11, 2010
Your B" day is Friday and I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers as I always do...
Teresa
Teresa Bridges
June 3, 2010
Hello Shawn, yesterday marked the 3rd year since you were KIA.I thought about you all day as I do everyday,but this day was much harder as we all had to go back in time and remember that terrible night on 06-02-2007. I remember so clearly what happened that night.And yesterday seemed as if it had just happened.I can see you now looking down on all of us and smiling...You are My Hero you always will be....
Peggy Childers
June 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Shawn E. Dressler:
Remembering Shawn on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
S. Allen
May 31, 2010
Never to be forgotten an American Hero. Thank You.
brenda fouche
May 31, 2010
Thinking of you Shawn !
Henry Bridges
May 30, 2010
Thank You Sgt Shawn Dressler for what you have done for all of us, you made our lives safer and America the Land of the Free
Teresa Bridges
May 30, 2010
Hello Shawn, it's Memoral Day again and a time to remember all those we have lost to war.I think of you all the time. And my heart is so much lighter now that you are with your family...Shawn of All our Heros in The United States Of America You Shawn have and always will be "My Hero" !!!!!!!!
Teresa Bridges
March 26, 2010
Shawn, I know you have been in Heaven now for along time, and now you have gone home to be with your family. Where they can sit by your side and talk to you. They picked out a site under a tree just as you like the shade. I was there the day you were buried here in Athens, Ga and I was there the day you were sent home to be with your Parents and sister. Oh what an amazing site. Amanda could not be there I am sure you can understand why. She loved you so much she let you go to the ones who love you too. Amanda you are an amazing woman and a great daughter.I know that was so hard for you. And we are are @ peace.Shawn You have wonderful parents and your sister Melissa ia awsome.We all have closure and it's just what you would have wanted. My job is done here in Georgia I kept my promise to your dad and I kept my promise to myself that I would not let your memory ever die. Both assignments are complete now although I will continue to keep your memory alive I have peace within myself and I can now move on... Thank You Sgt Shawn Dressler you were and always will be MY HERO Love Teresa
Justin Wright
December 25, 2009
Hi shawn I just wanted to tell you Merry Christmas and i love you.
Brenda Fouche
December 18, 2009
Shawn, Thank you for fighting for our freedom. Your family is in my prayers this Christmas Season. You are my HERO!
Daniel Dressler
November 11, 2009
Just thinking of you on Veterns Day little bro>
November 11, 2009
Thinking of you today and every day! Shawn,you are my HERO!!
Teresa Bridges
November 8, 2009
Hello Shawn,I wanted you to know you are not forgotton and as Veterns Day is near we will be @ your side to remember you and to think of your Family who live away.I keep your memory alive Shawn not just in my heart,but in my word and my actions.I am contantly fighting for the Soldiers who are suffering in this War.I contatly fight for the organization I made in your Honor.I am a Fighter Shawn and all my life I wanted to make a difference I wanted to help people,I wanted to give my all for something or someone and God gave me this beautiful duty to carry on your Legacy.I have been assigned to do this from my God and All I do is for You Shawn and as well as Fighting for your brothers.I stand tall and salaute you.You Are My HERO and you were my Hero when Amanda met you and you are my Hero in death..I will fight and I will uphold your name until I die...Thanks for your service and for being who you are...Teresa
justin wright
November 3, 2009
Hey shawn just sayin i love you.I was just thinking of you again.
David Boots
October 23, 2009
I served with Dressler, and those who knew him best during the early years with 1-18; Bobbo, Evoy, Goode, Olson,and more from 2nd PLT; we all feel his loss every day. I would like his family to know he is not forgotten.
Teresa Bridges
September 23, 2009
Shawn,we think about you everyday we remember how you made Amanda smile you gave her a purpose for living.The smile is there anymore she misses you she loves you.Watch over her Shawn you are within all of us.Amanda died with you on 6-2-07.God help all our Fallen Heros and those they left behind.
Teresa Bridges
July 22, 2009
Justin,I am sure if papa got mad @ you it was not for long.I bet when he looks @ you he sees Shawn @ the age you are now.Papa maybe sad cause Shawn's gone to Heaven,so call him everyday and tell him how much you love him,I know he loves you.
July 21, 2009
Justin, I bet Shawn whould have loved to have taken you hunting.
justin wright
July 18, 2009
hey shawn its me again justin your 14yr old newphew.like i say everytime i say this but i have to say it again i never met u but u cross my mind alot every war movie every gun i see i see pictures of just running through my mind.i went papas house or your dads house and he showed me the bandana you gave grandma it was cool and you looked awsome in it.i also so your first shout gun you ever had it was in grate condition papa is keeping your guns safe and clean.i also so your medals they were beatiful i heard you have a great skill of shooting turkeys when you go to hunt i so wish i could of went hunting with you.me and papa went swimming and hes real good hes like a miny shark holds his breathe long too.when i got back home i guess he was mad at me says i put rocks in the pool but i promise i didnt.melisa has a little girl and named after you her name is shawna i dont know how to spell it though.grandma is awsome to and she is the best cook ever.papa is all so awsome.you would be so pround of melisa shes real funny,pretty,and smart her baby girl looks so much like her its not even funny.well i have to go know love you so much shawn bye
brenda fouche
July 5, 2009
Thank you Shawn RIP!!
Teresa Bridges
June 2, 2009
Shawn,today marks the 2nd year you left us to go to heaven.I think of you so much and I keep your Memory Alive I speak of you and although people may grow tired of hearing your name they just smile and walk away.Thats o.k. Shawn cause somewhere in that conversation they may remembered alittle bit of what I said.You see I will not let anyone forget you or your Commrades.Amanda did o.k. today each day gets better and each year she becomes stronger.You gave her so much and it was taken away.She will love again her life will go own,but Shawn she will never forget what you gave her,you gave my daughter Love,Acceptance,Courage,Strengh,and Hope.You made her smile,laugh and trust again.You are "My Hero" you were in life and you are in death....I love You Shawn Teresa
Peggy Childers
June 2, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Shawn E. Dressler:
Shawn 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
Debbie Huff
May 25, 2009
Thank you Shawn for your sacrifice for our freedom. I think of you and your service to this country. I think of all your family who are missing you. I met your mother and father in law. They are so dedicated in keeping your memory alive and making sure all soldiers are remembered with honor. I visit your gravesite each time I visit the cemetery in Athens to see Ashley Huff my daughter in law. You are soldiers in God's army now...Debbie Huff
brenda fouche
May 25, 2009
Thank you Shawn !!
Amber Snow
May 24, 2009
Shawn, I think about you daily. While I never knew you I know Amanda and her stories about you made me feel like I did. You are missed but I know you are still watching over Amanda and are so proud of who she has become. She tells me that she knows you are helping her along and I know that is the truth. RIP soldier.
May 18, 2009
Please know I will honor Shawn and all the ones who have lost there life for us this sunday at Nicholson Baptist, with a display.
Teresa Bridges
May 17, 2009
Hello Shawn,it's almost been 2 years since you passed away on 6-02-07.It's hard to believe how time just goes by.I notice people do not seem to visit your Guestbook,and it may just be to painful to write to you,but I will always visit you here b/c when I come to your guestbook it's as if you are here listening to me.Also I will never forget nor will I let anyone forget who you were.You stood for our Country you fought the fight and you lost your life because of it.You Shawn Dressler were "My Hero" and I will visit you as I have for Two years in this guestbook.Know that along side of you I remember all of your buddies those that fought the war and those that lost there lives because of it.It's been hard to keep the Soldier's memory alive,b/c you see people do not want to hear what happened to you or our other young men and women,but Shawn that's why I am here so that I can keep you and the others "Memory Alive" I contantly speak of you and your Comrades and even though when I think noone is listening I know they heard me.And I may be the only one who visits you often others feel the pain of losing you.May you rest in peace....
Teresa Bridges
March 29, 2009
A Memorial Website has been dedicated In Honor of Sgt Shawn Dressler.Please go to www.sgtshawndressler.homestead.com
Henry Bridges
March 28, 2009
brenda fouche
March 24, 2009
Thank you Teresa for all your hard work on this. I will let my friend Janie Whitehead know. I will never forget Shawn or My friend Shaun Whitehead. Thanks to all our brave soldiers!!!
Teresa Bridges
March 23, 2009
Hello Shawn,I just want the World to know that In Your Honor "The Sgt Shawn Dressler Memorial Fund For The Fallen" Is now a Not for Profit organization.So that we may give each family a Statue of a Military Soldier of thoses fallen in the Athens Area.So Shawn this is for you,may you Rest In Peace and know that you are not only loved by your family,but you are loved and taken care of right here in Athens,Ga.Teresa Bridges
One of my favorite pictures of Shawn with a puppy we adopted
Kim Hiner
February 5, 2009
Shawn or as we al called him Drez was a extremely special person. He was one of my soldiers throughout our tour in Baghdad. I am so glad that you all are doing this in his memory. For about 6 months while in Iraq Drez was my Bradley gunner and would make me laugh dispite the danger that lurked around each corner. He was and is an inspiration in my life each and every day.
Kenna Larra
January 8, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - 100% free.
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Teresa Bridges
December 31, 2008
Hello Justin,My name is Teresa Bridges,Thank You for your nice comment about me.You see Shawn was my Son-In-Law he was married to my daughter Amanda.Justin I loved Shawn so much as did Amanda.She is still having a hard time.I keep Shawn's Memory ALIVE in many ways and I want you to know that as long as I live I will never let anyone forget Shawn.Please Justin go to www.sgtshawndressler.homestead.com I have created a website in his honor.Please sign the guestbook.And also Justin I have set up the Sgt Shawn Dressler Memeral Fund For The Fallen in his memory as well.When Shawn died,a family friend gave us a Statue of a Military Soldier he is 5ft tall and weight is 350 pounds.When we lose a Hero in our area we donate a Statue to the family in honor of their Hero.we receive donations through people from all over Geogia.So Justin Shawn will never be forgotton because I will not let them.He did not die in vein.He not only was America's Hero He was my Hero as well.Please feel free to contact me and please take an active part in this website i made just for your Uncle.Thank You young Man for signing this guestbook may God Bless you and help you as you go through life without Shawn,but remember he is always with you in your heart.Love Teresa Bridges
justin wright
December 30, 2008
uncle shawn it is me again i love you so much i think about you everyday. i heard american soldier the other day i had to turn it off cause it reminded me of you.i miss you and to me we always knew eavh other. oneday i wall meet you i promise you that. think you for fighting for my freedom and country you did well and you will never be forgotten. oh there is a person on here name teresa bridges i dont know her but i like here alot for talking to you and melisa is growing fast. your mom and dad miss you so much its always will gonna be that way you know that. will i have to go i love you and you are the best uncle i ever had
Brenda Fouche
December 25, 2008
Thinking of Shawn on this Christmas Day, and all the men and woman who keep us free. R.I.P. Shawn I will never forget you.
Teresa Bridges
November 19, 2008
Shawn,its been 17 months since you were called home.We miss you and Love you.Amanda has had some hard days and I have too.I miss you so much and I miss seeing Amanda's sparkle in her eyes.She loves you so much.I will not let anyone forget you nor what you did for our country.Thank You Sgt Shawn Dressler for your service and dying for our Country.Teresa
Teresa Bridges
July 26, 2008
Hello Shawn,Amanda is doing well,she is back home and we talk of you all the time."Donate A Soldier" is comming along.We need so many,but We will find a way.Shawn Thank You for what you did for our country.I love you and Amanda Loves You......she went through some of your things today and it was hard,but she was able to to it.As you know Shawn her dad is why Amanda made it after you left us.Her dad has been their for Amanda since the day God called you home.Thank You Shawn I Love You Amanda Loves You.Teresa
June 28, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Dressler!
June 20, 2008
I didn't know Sgt Dressler but was reading this guestbook and was so touched by the love and devotion expressed here.
I am so sorry for the loss and sorry that I never had the honor to know him.
I pray he rest in peace, and I pray that his loved ones can feel some comfort from his memory.
Katherine Dressler
June 18, 2008
Hey shawn i just wanted to say that i love you and i will miss. you would be so proud of your sister. she has came along way. i will miss you.
Teresa Bridges
June 15, 2008
To The Dressler Family
Please go to www.sgtshawndressler.homestead.com Which is a website I have done in Shawn's HONOR.If you would like to Add anything/sign the guestbook Please do so.Thanks Teresa Bridges
Sarah Dressler
June 14, 2008
Thank you Uncle Shawn.We will all miss you and you will never be forgotten.I love u!!
Canyon Shearer, Patriot Guard Riders
June 2, 2008
To the family and friends of Sgt. Dressler, please know that we have not forgotten.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, especially this week.
In Memory of Shawn ~ (Debra Estep)
June 2, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Shawn, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
brenda fouche
May 28, 2008
Shawn is with my neighbors husband Shaun Whitehead. I honor them by flying the American flag in my yard.Thank you Shawn & Shaun!! Brenda Fouche USAF 1967-1971
Teresa Bridges
May 26, 2008
Hello Shawn,It has been almost 1 yr since you died.Shawn you are thought about each and everyday.You will never ever die in my heart.I will keep your Memory Alive.I have started a "Donate A Soldier" in your Honor for the families in our area to receive a 5ft statue of a Soldier.It is a Personal Soldier for the families.As you know you stand guard in our yard.And everyday when I walk out my front door I see you standing @ Attention watching over Amanda.No Sgt Shawn Dressler you will never be forgotton.I Love You. Teresa
Brenda Fouche
April 23, 2008
Hero Shawn Dressler, Is my Hero too. HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!. As long as their are vets like me.Thank you Shawn!
Teresa Bridges
April 19, 2008
Shawn,I think of you every single day.I pray for your family and I pray for Amanda.It has almost been 1 year,and it seems as if it were just yesterday,when Amanda received "THE CALL" that you had been killed.That call changed Amanda's life forever,it has also changed our lives forever.We all have lost a GREAT HERO.When I look out my kitchen window and I see the "Soldier At Attention" I know that is you watching over Amanda.
I check in often to see who has visited or signed your guest book and noone has in along time.Please do not forget SGT Shawn E.Dressler he may not have lived in Athens,Ga,but he is buried in Athens,Ga.He died for this Country and not only was he America's Hero he was my Hero.Shawn I will not let anyone forget you you will live on in our hearts.Teresa
Teresa Bridges
September 25, 2007
Amanda,As I pass you in the hallway or see you when you get up off the sofa I look into your eyes and I see a lost soul,I see that all the laughter and joy has gone from your heart.I see you running as fast as you can,one day you will have to say Goodbye I hope you will let me hold you when you tell Shawn Goodbye..Not forever but just for now.Amanda,Shawn wants you to carry on,He knows you Love him and He loved you.He is with God now and he is safe noone can hurt him now he is with God.So take one day @ a time,put one foot in front of the other and live life.One day @ a time.remember God Grant me the serienty to accept the things I cannot change,change the things I can and the Wisdom to know the difference.I LOVE YOU MOM
August 27, 2007
It was an honor serving with Shawn he was a great soldier and friend we spent many hours together joking and doing missions in the bradley things just arent the same here without him he always had a way of making everyone laugh and dealing with all things going on i will never forget him
Cpl Carl Hartford
A CO. 1-18 IN
justin wright
August 19, 2007
i love u shawn but i never met you you are my uncle i am justin wright i am sorry that we never met i love u and i am gone be just like u when i grow up xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Linzi M
August 17, 2007
Knowing that your husband is in Heaven and all the great things he has done makes me proud for him and our troops that fight for our freedom everyday. Amanda, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 17, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Dressler and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
John Simpson
August 7, 2007
I am the father-in-law of Joshua Brown who died with Shawn. To Shawn's wife, Amanda, and his family, my heart hurts greatly for your loss. At times it probably just seems like a very bad dream. "Please let me wake up, and find it just a bad dream." Let me try to express my gratitude to you for Shawn's sacrifice. We Americans are safer because of your Shawn and the others like him. Amanda, I pray that you will receive the comfort you need. I wear red on Fridays as a tribute to our troops in Iraq. Shawn will be one of the troops I wear it for. A grateful fellow American, John Simpson "All gave some. Some gave all."
Justen Wood
August 4, 2007
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Dressler. It was an honor to serve with him.
SPC Justen Wood
A. Co. 1-18 Inf.
Currently deployed to Iraq
August 2, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Elizabeth Brown
July 23, 2007
My husband, Joshua Brown, died with Shawn. I know Shawn is watching Amanda from heaven just as Josh is watching me.
Hugs Amanda
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 10, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOUR FAMILY. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
D. Kesler
June 23, 2007
My sympathy and prayers are with the Dressler family. May God comfort you in this time of loss.
You do not know me, but I would like to say to the family that I honor the memory of your son, husband, father, and sibling. I appreciate his heroism for sacrificing his life for me and my family that we might have freedom in this country. I appreciate the love he had for his country and his fellow Americans. And also his compassion for others around the world. Know that his life was not given in vain.
May God's blessings be upon his family and friends.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 22, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Dressler family in the loss of Shawn. I did not know Shawn, 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. Shawn 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~
Ronn Massie
June 20, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Shawn.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Shawn for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Tammy Boyd
June 15, 2007
My heart goes out to you and your family. As do my prayers that God will Bless and keep you all during this time in your lives. My family did not know your loved one but know that He must have been one of the most wonderful men that God created. To have lived and died for not only the freedom and the peace of my family but for the entire UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
May God Bless and Keep you
Our Prayers are with you all.
Jimmy, Tammy, Joseph and Elizabeth Boyd
Mark & Lisa Brown
June 15, 2007
There are no words that can express our gratitude for Shawn and his families sacrifice for us all, so the little that we can do is pray for comfort and peace at this time of your greatest loss. We have two sons in the Army serving this great nation and we honor Shawn, his wife and his family for their steadfast support not only of their soldier but of all the soldiers who serve. ~Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise;
when I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me. Micah 7:8~
Shana Graf
June 15, 2007
Thank you Shawn for fighting for my freedom! You are a true American hero to me!
Julie and Ron Roncadori
June 14, 2007
To the Dressler Family,
May God be with with you during this very painful time.
June 14, 2007
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
Vicki Reeves
June 13, 2007
To all the Dressler Family. First I would like to express our gratitude to your family. As my family has had family members in multiple wars now, it is no easy task to watch a family member leave. In this last war when my nephew went to Iraq for his second tour it hit again the enormity of what a solider and their families sacrifices. Until this happens personally no one can ever know the extent of the sacrifice. So to the family I say a prayer of the acceptance of his will. I say a prayer for the peace of knowing people are not only praying for Shawn but are praising him for his dedication and ultimate sacrifice. I say a prayer for the tranquility that will one day overcome the family with the knowledge of people knowing the goodness of Shawn. I say a prayer that even though Thank You is not big enough it is the only big thing we can offer in your time of sorrow along with prayer. May God Bless the Dressler Family and may they find peace and love to heal their broken hearts.
The Reeves Family
Bob Swink
June 13, 2007
To Shawn's family. our deepest sympathy and greatful appreciation for this young man's service to his country. You will be in our prayers. May God bless each of you. Charlotte and Bob Swink
Katherine Pass-Guffey
June 13, 2007
Sgt. Shawn Dressler, US Army, American hero.
Thank you for your service and dedication. You sacrificed not only your life but your precious time away from your family and friends. Most persons your age prefer to stay home and enjoy the freedoms we have in America. Not you. You chose to fight to preserve our freedom and ensure the saftey of our great country. Your courage and dedication will be an everlasting legacy for generations to come. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Mrs. Tonya Dressler.
Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. As a mother and a mother of a US Marine I know the heartbreak and the torment of seeing your son off to war not once but twice. I remember all those sleepless nights. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this very difficult time. Please take refuge in knowing you raised a fine young man who gave his life to make this world a better place.
Mr. Cecil Dressler.
Thank you for your part in raising a fine young man with love, pride and honor. You must be proud to have raised an American Hero.
You are forever in my prayers.
Mrs. Amanda Dressler.
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you. I saw in your eyes as you passed us by on Sunday morning the love you have for Shawn and the pain that reached the depths of your soul. I have never met Shawn but he will hold a special place in my heart.
God Bless Shawn, our Military, their families and our Great Country.
Kathy Guffey
Tim Minert
June 13, 2007
Thank you Shawn for your ultimate sacrifice for our country and to keep my 3 children safe. To his Mother and Father I cannot imagine the pain and loss they are feeling. I talked with your Uncle Scott yesterday, one of the most positive people I have known in my life and saw the pain in his eyes and heart. You will be missed so much, I am sure will live on through the people who loved you.
Mrs.Lyndell Doss
June 13, 2007
To the Dressler family from the mother of an Army Sgt. I want to send my loving thoughts and prayers to you. I also want to say thank you for the unselfish service that Shawn gave his country. I pray that God will comfort you with His Love and Strength during this difficult time. May God Bless and Keep you all.
Bruce Dunlap
June 13, 2007
It may seem hard to believe right now but trust that God will always turn a tragedy into a blessing. Thank God for men like Shawn that are willing to sacrifice everything for others. God bless you all.
Cindy Ward
June 13, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Joyce Rice
June 12, 2007
Words cannot express the gratitude and awe that I feel for what you have done for me and my family. God Bless America and your family.
SPC. Kina Heather
June 12, 2007
To the Family of Shawn I would like to express my sympathy to you all for the loss of your loved one.My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.He was a Great Hero.I have shared my time in Iraq with him.May God be with all of you during this time.God Bless Our Soldiers And There Family.
Doris Thomas
June 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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