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Noah Pier Obituary
Noah Miles Pier
Noah, 25, of Charlotte, NC, died while protecting freedom on February 16, 2010 in Marjah, Afghanistan. Born on July 28, 1984 in Fairfax, VA, Noah and his family relocated to Charlotte in March of 1995. Noah was an avid outdoorsman and was involved in the Police Explorers Program at CMPD as a teenager. He loved American Freestyle Martial Arts and earned a black belt rank. Noah fell in love with his childhood sweetheart Rachel, whom he was to marry when he returned home.
Noah is survived by his parents, Mark and Vikki Pier; his fiancee, Rachel Black; his brothers and sisters, Erin (Gary) Stalnaker, Katti (Dean) Bieck, Tara (Airman 1st Class Vermaine) Shelton, Mark Jr., Shawn, Luke, Nathan, Jacob and Ethan; nieces and nephews, Sydney, Soffi, Vermaine, Jr, Gavin and Noalani; grandparents, Burnice and Georgia Herring; future in-laws, DeWitt and Eileen Black; as well as numerous extended family members.
At Noah's request, memorials may be made to The Luke Pier Foundation, P.O. Box 88, Paw Creek, NC 28130-0088.
Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Forest Hill Church 7224 Park Road Charlotte, NC 28210. Burial will follow at Arlington National Cemetery.
The United States Marine Corps and McEwen Pineville Chapel are assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.mcewenpinevillechapel.com.
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Charlie Gili
April 12, 2022
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this month and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Noah Miles Pier US Marine Lance Corporal.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Plemmons Family
May 27, 2019
Remembering Noah especially today.
Our heartfelt prayers & love to his family & all that loved him. Our hero. Semper Fi
F E
July 19, 2017
Never forgotten. 2108 remembers.
Stan W
May 28, 2017
Thank you Pier family. This has to be a very tough time of the year for you; however, Noah will never be forgotten for his service and sacrifice. He will always be in our hearts and I hope that you cherish his memories not just this day but everyday. Rest In Peace Noah, you are a true patriot.
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Deb W
May 22, 2012
Noah, thank you to you and your family for your service and sacrifice. I just saw a beautiful photo on facebook that is being shared widely! You remain in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you Peace....
Lewis Erne
August 11, 2011
Thank you !!! Semper Fi !! Thanks to Noah and his entire family for the sacrifce they made so that we can live free. Hold the fort down my brother.
Lewis E. Erne
GySgt USMC
Retired
Scott Woodward
December 29, 2010
A true American Hero.
Thank you, isn't enough.
We will meet again.
The Lancasters
November 11, 2010
Without you the sun will not shine as bright, laughter will not sound as joyful, but the thought of your smile will warm our hearts...
The Marine
The Lancaster's
November 11, 2010
On enternal patrol looking over us.
The Lancaster's
November 11, 2010
September 2, 2010
My heart breaks for Noah's family and friends and fiance. I'm so very sorry for your loss and know that everyone says time will ease the pain, but I'm not sure that is true. Maybe over time we will be able to come to terms with the loss, but living without a hero will forever leave a void that time cannot erase.
Thank you to Noah and his entire family for the sacrifce they made so that we can live free.
Much Respect,
Elaine Schmiedeshoff
Proud Army Mom
SPC Christopher R Barton
KIA 24 May 2010
August 29, 2010
To the Pier family:
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Elizabeth Raab
June 29, 2010
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Mike Gallo
June 1, 2010
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. God caresses Noah in His loving arms. With His blessing, we will all meet there.
barb whitehead
May 25, 2010
The NC Run for the Fallen will honor fallen troops from North Carolina at a Memorial Run on Saturday, May 29th, 8:30am, Ayden Grifton High School track, Hwy 11 S. Ayden NC. Each troop will be honored by a runner/walker who carries a flag in his memory for one mile. Please come join us in honoring our fallen troops. For more information contact Kathy Moore at 252-746-3435 after 5:00pm or email at [email protected]
dave swenson
April 26, 2010
i am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. our son was killed just 3 weeks ago. i know all to well the pain you are feeling. i wish i could offer words of support for you but i know there is nothing i could say to take away the pain.these men are heroes and will never be forgotten.
always smiling im really going to miss that smile
Leigha Bustle
April 24, 2010
Noah i miss yu so much and i wud give anything to have been able to tell you how much i love you or to just have had the chance to say gudbye RIP iloveyou so much!<3
Diane Everett
April 23, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you peace and comfort to ease your pain. God Bless you and yours.
April 6, 2010
TO THE FAMILY OF NOAH PIER I AM DEEPLY SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE MAY YOUR FAMILY BE COMFORTED BY THE BIBLE THAT GIVES ALL THE HOPE THAT WE WILL SEE OUR LOVE ONES SOON
SHIRLEY DONEY
April 4, 2010
REST IN PEACE LANCE CPL. PIER, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU NOAH
Charles H. Miranda
April 4, 2010
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FOLLOW THE RAINBOW TO HEAVEN.
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A SOLDIER HAD DIE OUT ON THE
BATTLEFIELD;
BROKEN HEARTS ARE WEEPING FOR
THEM,
BUT TAKE COMFORT OF KNOWING
THAT GOD HAD SENT THEM A
RAINBOW FROM HEAVEN;
THE SOULS OF THE SOLDIERS
HAVE GONE TO THERE HOME
IN HEAVEN,
OUR LOVED ONE'S HAS FOLLOW
GOD'S LOVELY RAINBOW IN THE
SKY;
ALL THE WAY TO THE END OF THE
SKY.
THAT LEADS ALL THE WAY TO THE
OTHER END OF THE LORD'S
HOUSE IN HEAVEN,
SO JUST KEEP ON PRAYING AND
TRUST THAT GOD WILL SEND US
THAT SAME RAINBOW IN THE SKY;
WHERE OUR LOVED ONE'S ARE
WAITING FOR YOU AND FOR ME AT
THE END OF THE RAINBOW IN
HEAVEN.
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Do A Web Search On:
Charles H. Miranda -- Or.
charlesthepoet2003
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April 1, 2010
For Lance...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California
Stacey & Bernie Norwood
April 1, 2010
We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of LCpl. Pier and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of freedom and liberty. Sadly, America has lost one of its finest heroes, the U.S. has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage, which they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice LCpl. Pier has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.
To the family and friends, of LCpl. Pier, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to carry on. Just as you were always with him when he was deployed overseas, know that he will always be with you wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that LCpl. Pier was a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid, they have earned our undying gratitude. America will never, ever forget their sacrifices."
LCpl. Pier the flag of the United States of America has your blood sewn into the fabric; it shall forever wave in your honor.
Freedom requires sacrifice the protected will never know.
Brad Stueber
April 1, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Lance Cpl Noah Pier. What a blessing he is to all who knew him so well and what a missed blessing for those like myself who did not cross paths in life with him. I join with you in grieving for Noah and in remembering and honoring him. We will not forget his greatest of all sacrifices for freedom.
Thank you, Noah, for touching so many lives through your time on this earth. Your fight for freedom will benefit many generations to come, so is without end. I will look you up and get to know you when my journey in this life takes me to where you are now. Until then, rest in peace, son. You so very much deserve it.
I will continue to remember Noah's family and friends in my prayers as long as I have breath in me to do so. May God's perfect peace carry each of you through this rough storm and help you find joy and laughter again, very soon.
God bless you and all who may read this.
Moses Gingerich
March 31, 2010
God Bless you and keep you in his loving arms. We mourn your loss -especially when we know Lance CPL Noah Peir died to keep us safe tonight and tomorrow. He is a selfless HERO.
Our prayers are with you for Grace, Strenght, and Love and Provisions in the coming days.....
Moses
March 30, 2010
May the Lord give you his strength and peace at this time. I would like to say thanks to Lance CPL Noah Pier that he gave it all. May the Lord be with you all . Myra
donna weeks
March 30, 2010
My thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories of Noah bring you comfort. He served our country well.
Henryk Zaleski
March 30, 2010
Rest in peace, you're paid in full.
Stephanie Rafoss
March 25, 2010
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
MacDaniel
March 19, 2010
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. I truly feel your loss and pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Noah will 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.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn’t make it home.
I know you’re in God’s presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
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 .
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
GAIL DEGRASSE
March 18, 2010
PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED NOAH. PLEASE KNOW THAT THIS FAMILY WILL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL FOR HIS SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. THE DEGRASSE FAMILY USMC MAINE.
Andrea Eastridge
March 18, 2010
My Dear Pier family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. It seems surreal that it was over 15 years ago that Noah was hanging out of the trees up at the school behind our houses, with Joe and Marky. Shooting nerf arrows at Katti, Tara and I as we passed by on our bikes. What I would give to have those carefree childhood days back with all of us together.
Much love, Andi
Theresa Eastridge
March 18, 2010
Mark ,Vicki and Kids,
I am trying to type through my tears, They are tears for a life so full of promise cut short, for the Dad I knew he would be some day and for that little boy who stood on my diningroom chair and proclaimed " I have been saved !" Your family had saved us many times in our family's time of need. Although we are not there with you now, know that we are with you in spirit. I love you guys. We all love you guys. Theresa, Robert , Andrea, Joe, Tony and Kim Eastridge
March 15, 2010
Dear Pier Family,
Our hearts were deeply touched when we heard of your son! He was a true hero and made the ultimate sacrifice. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers! May you feel comfort and peace from the Great Comforter! John & Vivian Brooks ( Charlotte, N. C.)
miranda miller
March 15, 2010
i am so sorry for the lost of noah i kno god will help u trough this he helps every body through there problems
Maria Daehn
March 14, 2010
Sending you my sincere condolences, and prayers, on the loss of Marine LCpl Noah Pier, and asking God to comfort you and to keep you in HIS care.
1stSgt Sean Greenleaf
March 14, 2010
My deepest and most sincere sympathy to all who knew and loved Noah Pier. I was fortunate to have worked along side Noah while deployed to Afghanistan, with Bravo Company 1/3. Noah is in all of our thoughts and prayers while we finish this deployment. Noah, Keep us safe while you look over us from above! You will be missed but never forgotten.
Renee Owens
March 7, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. May God grant you peace and strength. Semper Fi Lance CPL Pier.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, Ramadi, Iraq
March 7, 2010
Just got off the phone with you Vickkie.Our prayers are with you and the rest of your family.I know exactly what you are going through as our son died a week before your son pretty much in the same place with the Marines.Hope to meet you one day.God Bless America!!
Claire Hill Estopinal
March 6, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
March 6, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
March 6, 2010
It is with a heavy heart that I send you this condolence. May the day's ahead be kind to you, and your memories of Noah bring you smiles. May God bless you and keep you. Jackie Stafford Harrah, Oklahoma
Dave DeMarcus
March 5, 2010
Mark & Vicki, just found out about Noah. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Will try to be at Arlington to salute a true hero.
March 3, 2010
Our prayers are with your family. Thanks for sharing your son to bravely protect our nation. With love from many who do not know you but mourn for you still < ~The Beams and The Tiltons Mooresville, NC
March 2, 2010
We're so sorry for the loss of your beloved Noah. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Jan
Karen Dodd
March 1, 2010
All of us at Ctmarinemoms extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you at this most difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss.
March 1, 2010
To the family of LCpl Noah Pier,
Please accept these condolences on behalf of one military family to another. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of great sadness. We cannot begin to imagine what you must be going through. Please know that many people across this great country are praying for you and appreciate from the bottom of our hearts the sacrifice that your loved one made for all of us.
Noah is and always will be a Hero. We honor Noah, and we honor the family of such a fine man.
With deepest sympathy,
Terry and Lana Curl
Bismarck, ND
Jayne Yainsh
February 28, 2010
Im so very sorry for your loss as its mine too,,,,,sending prayes to your family as their are no words that can make this better ,,,,,,,because of LCpl Hoah Pier we are still FREE ,,,he will always be our HERO ,,,,,Thank you NOAH .......
VPMM of LCpl Tainsh
Jayne RI
February 28, 2010
My deepest thanks to your son. My heart is heavy with your loss.
Army Wife
Mom of 2 Marines
Brooke
February 26, 2010
Thank you Noah. You are a TRUE American Hero.
jerry s MUDGE
February 26, 2010
We are deeply sorry for your loss. We have lost children and know something about the pain of it. We have a ministy called Footprints to help families in grief. This is our website: http://www.angelfire.com/ny5/footprintsministry/index.HTML Also have a community memorial garden called Our Children's Memorial Garden in Frazier Park to remember those who have died in our area at any age. You can adopt a brick in memory of your precious child at www.ocmw.org . Our email address is [email protected] if we can help in any way.
carol smith
February 25, 2010
The Home of the Brave Quilt Project and quilters around eastern NC send our condolences, and would like to present the family with a memorial quilt in Noah's honor. We have sent out over 170 memorial quilts to our NC fallen hero families. We do not have an address for Noah's family, if you can help with this information, please send me an email or pass this along to the family for their response. We don't want this family to miss out on receiving a memorial quilt. You can get more information about the project at www.homeofthebravequilts.com. Thanks for any help you can be. Carol Smith, NC coordinator
Mike Smathers
February 24, 2010
To the Pier Family-Your precious son died protecting the freedom that my family and I live under and I simply wanted to say thank you. It takes immense courage to go into battle and fight for what you beleive in. Noah was courageous, brave and a man of character and honor. My young son often sees coverage of the news and the fighting in Afghanistan. I explain to him why soldiers are fighting for us and making the ultimate sacrifice. I told him about your Noah's sacrifice so he could live freely and safely in America. I know that none of my words lessen your loss and your pain. I have sincerely prayed that God would give you the grace you need to make it one more day. I do want you to know that there are MANY Americans who do recognize the sacrifice and honroable service our men and women in uniform perform, including your son. To his Fiance-You have lost your dreams with Noah and your planned life together and I am sorry. I know you will honor him with how you live and I am so sorry you will not be able to spend your life with him. May God Bless you and comfort you all!
Captain Mike Smathers
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
In Memory of Noah Pier
Steven Decker
February 24, 2010
To the Pier family,
Thank you for bringing up a son and brother that was willing to serve and make the ultimate sacrifice for his country. I did not know Noah well but I graduated with Erin and know so much about the family. Turn to God in these difficult times, and He will help and guide you through this. Noah will not be forgotten. Thank You Noah for serving our Country.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
February 24, 2010
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to LCpl Noah Pier our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Noah. And to Noah it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made for his country while opposing enemy forces in Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Noah, you are a brave Marine Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,353 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Noah’s family and loved ones. Semper Fi !
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Deborah Odom
February 24, 2010
My son and son-in-law are U.S. Marines. When they graduated from Parris Island, we were told we were all now a part of the Marine Family. Our hearts break with you because of your loss, but we rejoice in the service of your son for our country. We are praying for you as you deal with your loss - only God can comfort you and get you through this time.
Many thanks to Noah.
Marine Mom,
Deborah Odom
Cabarrus Detachment 1175 Marine Corps League
February 24, 2010
Our prayers are for the family and friends of Noah Pier. He is a hero who gave his life for our country.
Thank you Noah.
Ken Mccall
February 23, 2010
Thanks for my freedom. May God bless.
February 23, 2010
Please know that Noah will never be forgotten. He paid the ultimate price for our freedom and I could never thank all of the brave men and women for their sacrifices. My thoughts and prayers are with you and he was a very remarkable young man. Not enough words to say thank you "Noah" God has a soldier looking out for us all.......
rich lester
February 23, 2010
it was a honer today to stand for hero noah pier today at his service. as a pgr ryder to honer a fallen hero is a great honer for me. he will always be in my heart, and in my prayers god bless you and your familey.
Don Elseroad
February 23, 2010
In recognition of Lance Corporal Noah Pier's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115
Patty Proffit
February 23, 2010
I cried when I heard about the death of another one of our best and bravest. I didn't know Noah or his family, but I definitely understand their pain. My cousin, Lance Corporal Jordan Chrobot, was killed in Afghanistan (also in the Helmand Province) in September. Thank you Noah and Jordan for your sacrifice. May God bless and comfort Noah's family.
Eric Simpson
February 23, 2010
Mark, Vikki and family. I just found out about Noah. I am crying with you. In our little church in England, we have a family who lost a son of Noah's age just 3 months ago. I wish there was some magic potion to make it all better.
Noah found his way in life and you must be so proud of him. He sacrificed his life for the benefit of others. He is in very good company. Someone did the very same thing over 2000 years ago. His name was Jesus.
We honor you, Noah, the Marines and all those brave men and women who believe that our ability to work, play and worship in freedom is worth a price.
May God richly bless you.
Love in Christ ... and always your friends
Eric, Lisa, Courtney, Chad & Chase
Missionarie in England
Garnet Jenkins
February 23, 2010
The price LCpl. Noah Pier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten. Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Marine.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them, killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." ~ John 15:13 ~
May you find Peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Grateful Country Will Not Forget Noah's Sacrifice.
You are in my thoughts and prayers
February 23, 2010
A True American Hero!
February 23, 2010
Thank you so much for the ultimate sacrifice that your family has made for our freedom. Noah is a hero and we honor him. I pray for God's comfort and love to surround your family during this time of grief. Noah is resting safely in the arms of his Savior and you can rejoice in the knowledge that you will see him again. Again, thank you for your sacrifice on our behalf.
The Robertson Family
CORDERO SPENCER
February 23, 2010
I DIDNT KNOW LCPL PIER,BUT I WANT TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I AM A MARINE FROM CHARLOTTE AND I WANT YOUR FAMILY TO KNOW THAT THEY IS NOT THE ONLY ONES WHO HAVE LOST A FAMILY MEMBER, BUT THE MARINE CORPS HAS LOST A BROTHER. MAY GOD HAVE MERCY ON HIS SOUL.
SEMPER FI LCPL PIER
CPL SPENCER, CORDERO
USMC
February 23, 2010
Mark, Vikki, and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Noah's death. We are also very thankful for his service to our country in defense of our freedom and the freedom of others around the world. Our family has been lifting you up in prayer daily and will continue to do so in the days and weeks to come.
Scott, Cindy, Emma, Ryan, and Claire Sandidge
February 23, 2010
Mark, Vikki, and family,
We were saddened to hear of Noah's death. We are also very thankful for Noah's service to our country in defense of our freedom and the freedom of others around the world. Our family has been lifting you up in prayer daily and will continue to do so in the days and weeks to come.
Scott, Cindy, Emma, Ryan, and Claire Sandidge
Dan and Julie Burrell
February 23, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family and will continue to be in the weeks to come. We wish there was something that we could do to lessen your pain and bring comfort to your hearts. We know you are proud to have a son like Noah and as God continues to write His story through your family, Noah's legacy will continue.
Dr. and Mrs. Dan Burrell, Nathan, Megan, Katie and Josh
Pembroke Pines, FL
Carmen Wilds
February 23, 2010
we were so sorry to hear of the lost of Noah we will be praying for all of you
February 23, 2010
My sincere and deepest sympathy the family of LCpl Noah Pier. May God bless you all bring you comfort during this time. LCpl Pier is a true American hero. He will not be forgotten.
Kirk and Deb Goode
PMP of Coy
1/3 Bravo
Inger Manchester
February 23, 2010
May the Holy Spirit keep you wrapped safely in His arms today and always. You are being prayed for and thought of . I thank God everyday that there are people like Noah willing to put themselves last so that others may be first. Words fail me...
Gale Foust
February 22, 2010
To the Pier Family,
My family was so sad to hear about the death of your Noah. We live in your neighborhood and want you to know that so many people here are praying for your family. Your son is truly a hero and we will never forget him. May God bless you all.
Anne Kuester Steppe
February 22, 2010
Although I did not know your son, I am grateful to you for raising such a brave and honorable man. I can not even begin to imagine the pain you are in over his loss. Please know that so many people are praying for your family. Once a Marine, always a Marine. He was and always will be a hero.
Sally Shaw
February 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your son served his country and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. His memory will live forever and his larger extended military mourn his loss with you. Our words of love and support and gratitude will not erase your pain, but your memories of Noah are the gifts he has left with you and they will bring you joy and solace.
Sally Shaw
February 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your son served his country and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. His memory will live forever and his larger extended military mourn his loss with you. Our words of love and support and gratitude will not erase your pain, but your memories of Noah are the gifts he has left with you and they will bring you joy and solace.
February 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My son is also a Marine deployed to Afghanistan, my heart just broke when I seen we lost one of our own. May God keep you tightly wrapped in his arms. Thank You LCPL Noah Pier.
Joy Helms
Marine Mom
Charlotte, NC
Jeff & Lori Smejkal
February 22, 2010
We knew of your family while we lived in Charlotte and attended Northside. We are so sorry for your loss. Praise God you will see Noah again! Thank you for allowing him to live his dream and fight for freedom, on our behalf. God bless you.
Drew Price
February 22, 2010
All the family members will be in my prayers. Thank you for allowing me to honor him today in the flag line for the Patroit Guard. He was a blessing to this great country. Thank You Noah.
Lori Mitchum
February 22, 2010
We at Burrow and Case Orthodontics wish to express our deepest sympathies in the loss of Noah, an American hero. Know our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. We know your faith in God and all the memories will help carry you through.
February 22, 2010
We did not know Noah, but he is related to my dearest friend, Darlene Smith Kiernan, mother of Michael, one your own family members, who accompanied Noah home to his final resting place. Your son's selfless dedication cost him his life for the freedom of this great nation. There is no greater hero than Noah, and the other young men and women who put their lives on the line to serve our country. As a retired Naval Officer, I am deeply moved by the bravery of these fine young Americans. We share your grief and our prayers are with your family and close friends. You lost a fine young man in Noah, but please take solace in the fact that his death was not in vain. We are all sincerely grateful to your beloved son, Noah.
The Lambert Family, Charlotte, NC
February 22, 2010
To the pier family I am sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this dificult time. I didnt know Noah that well but I know he comes from a family who knows and loves the Lord. May the memories you share in your hearts be a comfort always when remembering that Noah sacrificed himself for the country he loved.
-In our prayers,
Karen Overstreet and family
February 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Thank you Noah for your sacrifice.
SEMPER FIDELIS MARINE
Michael and Pamela Axsom
Charlotte, NC
Vivian Meletis
February 22, 2010
To The Pier Family
My heart aches for you and your loss. First I would like to thank you for loaning Noah to us. No one could ever know your heartache unless they have experienced losing their child. Know that his sacrifice will never be forgotten by those he was serving with and for. May God bring peace until you see him again. I have a son that has served two tours in Iraq with the Marines and will deploy to Afghanistan next month. I will keep my prayers open for your family. We Marines stick together. If you ever need a shoulder, mine is always available. God bless you and your family.
David & Janice Scott
February 22, 2010
Dear Pier Family:
We are a former military family ourselves. We don't know what it is like to have a son die . . . but God does! Because Jesus took our place and sacrificed His life on the Cross, we can have eternal life and freedom from hell; because Noah took our place and sacrificed his life for his/our country, we can have a good life here and freedom in America!
May God keep His loving and comforting arms around you in the next weeks, months and years to come, and may He protect you and your other family members who are serving in the military.
Thank you for sharing your son with our country. Memorial Day and Veteran's Day will take on a whole new meaning in the years to come.
Sincerely,
(Former Northsider's)
February 22, 2010
As a retired Marine, I trust that your faith in the Grace of Jesus Christ and the pride that will remain in your hearts forever will somehow help ease your immense grief. I am deeply moved by LCPL Noah Pier's selfless dedication to our country and his sacrifice will FOREVER be honored by ALL Marines in the future.
SEMPER FIDELIS MARINE,
Jeff Huggins and Family
Beth and Chuck Earles
February 22, 2010
We did not know Noah. His Aunt Pam is a dear friend of ours. She loved him, therefore, we loved him. We thank God that there are brave men and women like Noah. We share your grief for the loss of this brave young American.
February 22, 2010
To the family,friends and Rachel: You are in our prayers and thoughts. We have freedom because of Noah and fine Americans like him. We are so sad for your loss but so thankful and proud of Noah. On June 16, 2009, we lost a fine young man, our grandson, Lance cpl.Johnathan Sharpe.USMC. He was killed at Camp Lejeune in a traning accident in preparation for deployment to Afghanistan, in Nov. We miss him so much. Please know that your loved one will not be forgotten.
Semper Fi
Barry and Pat Mitchell
Olin, NC
The Raineys
February 22, 2010
May God bless your family, his fiance, and all of Noah's friends. The world is a better place because of his service to our country. Our prayers are with all of you.
Ken and Anne Bloch
February 22, 2010
Dear Pier Family. We never met your son Noah but we know what kind of a man he became. Our family, and our country, is safer because of the men and women in our armed forces. Noah will remain in our hearts and prayers as will your family.
Cindy Garst
February 22, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Noah was a hero to many people. We appreciate his service to the United States and his beloved Marine Corp.
Amy Robinson
February 22, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will all miss Noah and I thank him for his sacrifice he made. He was a special person with a huge heart partly due to his wonderful loving family.
Sandra Huffstickler
February 22, 2010
Mark and Vikki, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that many many people are praying for your family at this most difficult time. Noah and his service to our country will never be forgotten. We miss you at Northside and we are praying for you daily. We love you!
February 22, 2010
May you find peace in the memories of your hero, an American Hero. God Bless
Linda Benton, Jefferson, SC
February 22, 2010
To the Pier Family, Thank You for sharing your son with us. He served his country well. My family is safe today because of son's like yours. God Bless The Setzer's
Mary Harris
February 22, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I am in awe of the sacrifice Noah made for me and all Americans. I will not forget his heroism.
Alice Crowell
February 22, 2010
To The Pier Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
pam walsh
February 22, 2010
My family and myself would like to offer our deepest sympathy to your family and friends. You see we to have lost someone near and dear to us in this awful war. My future son-in-law who was to marry my daughter this past Thanksgiving was killed in Afghanistan by a suicide bomber in Oct. 2009. May your family get through this tough time knowing that they now have a very special angel to look over them. Thank you for what you have done for this country and giving the ultimate sacrifice for us to help to keep us safe. I will pray for your family and friends. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Treasa Hamilton
February 22, 2010
To the family of Lance CPL. Noah Pier, I am so sorry for your loss. Words can not explain how I feel. Lance 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."
Treasa Hamilton
Proud Mother of
TSgt Phillip Myers, USAF
K.I.A 04/04/09
Helmand Province, Afghanistan
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