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for Brian Laloup
ivan laloup
July 30, 2013
condolences
September 5, 2012
Dear Brian,
Sadly, I never had the pleasure to meet you. I did however have the pleasure of one short meeting with your parents a few days before you left. Ironically, at that meeting your parents and I had a conversation concerning the sudden death of my teenage daughter over 16 years ago. Your parents expressed deep regret for my loss and that of any family who suffers the loss of a beloved child. I appreciated their heartfelt compassion for my loss but more than that I appreciated their enthusiasm as they shared details about their sons. Their faces lit up as they spoke. I had just become acquainted with two people who had the uncommon ability to freely share genuine smiles for all that is good in the world, and heartfelt sorrow for all the bad that is possible with a total stranger.
Sorrowfully, a few weeks later at our second meeting I learned about your leaving. Now it is my turn to express heartfelt empathy for their loss. But I hope it's OK with you Brian that I also share my enthusiasm over something I learned since my daughter left me. I've learned that while you and Lacey may no longer share our physical world…that does not mean you and she have ceased to exist. You exist! But I don't need to convince you of that. Do I? I want to tell your parents you may pop in from time to time in funny or somber ways and you may eventually stay away for long stretches at a time. I want to tell them you are doing things. I have no clue what, but I am certain they are important things. I want to tell them you know they love you so much! And that their love for you will never stop growing….even though right now they feel as though they too may not be long for this world. I want to remind them that love lasts forever and always. I am excited to tell them that some sweet day you will all meet again and every tear will be wiped from your eyes.
Thank you Brian for your life and your love in the lives of those you touched. One of whom I have now the honor to count myself. May you rise up on eagles' wings young man… and when you do, will you keep an eye out for my Lacey and give her a hug from me? She's a looker, just like you!
With eternity, love and deep apprecaition for your service in my heart,
Lori Murtaugh
Bob Sullivan
August 31, 2012
Bev and Craig,
Very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Neall and Ginny Alcott
August 31, 2012
Bev and Craig,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great American. Our prayers are with you!
August 30, 2012
Semper Fi
Frank Leone, USMC and US Army (ret)
Charlotte Weinreich Leone
Downingtown, PA
As we passed the house and saw the flags we wanted to express our sorrow
August 30, 2012
Bev and Craig,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Bev, I remember our conversations at work about Brian and how you beamed with pride whenever you spoke of him and his tremendous accomplishments in the military. May he rest in peace and may you find solace in all of your memories of your wonderful son. Thank you, Brian, for serving our country. My prayers and thoughts to you and your family.
Carmen Chick
Chester Springs, PA
Linda & Soni H
August 29, 2012
To the family and friends of Brian, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you Brian for serving our country and sacrificing everything so that we can live free. God bless.
Henryk Zaleski
August 29, 2012
Rest in peace Marine, you are paid in full.
Francie Dembowski
August 28, 2012
I am also a GSM. My son was KIA in Iraq in 2007. I usually go to funerals at Washington Crossing, especially for young active military. I want to thank your son for his sacrifice and I want to thank you and your husband and his siblings for Brian. I know you will forever hold him in your heart, as I do my son.
Francie Dembowski
Gary and Colleen Teears
August 28, 2012
Dear Craig and Bev,
My wife and I are so sorry for your loss. I remember speaking with Craig only days before Brian was due to arrive home for a visit. Craig was so proud and thrilled that Brian was coming home to spend some time home before he had to deploy. As a former US Army Air Defense Officer, Craig and Bev, it is with great pride, honor and tears, that I salute your son Brian, for his courage, dedication and resolve he gave to his country, the Corps and his loving family. As Gen. MacArthur once said, "Duty, Honor, Country." Brian gave this and so much more. On behalf of all the branches of the Armed Forces, thank you Brian and SEMPER FI.
Debi and Chris Wollan
August 28, 2012
Beverly and Craig, We are so sorry for your loss, if we can do anything for you please let us know. I'm so sorry I could not attend the service. Our prayers are with you. Our Deepest Sympathy Debi and Chris
Dagmar Graybill
August 28, 2012
Beverly, I am so sorry about your loss. I remember how proud you were of Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
August 28, 2012
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 SGT Brian J. Laloup our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Brian. And to Brian it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during Operation Enduring Freedom and while serving as an embassy guard with the U.S. Marine Corps. Brian, we bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace. Semper Fi.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Brian's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Davis
August 28, 2012
When you lose someone very precious, no one else can really know all that you feel. But the carring thoughts and prayers really helps. My deepest sympathy to the family/freinds. John 17:3
Betsy Techman
August 27, 2012
Today on this first day of school, I can clearly picture Brian energetically popping in my classroom to say hello. I paused a minute to thank him today and to reflect on how proud he was of his accomplishments in the US Marines. When he came back to visit he was beaming with pride. We are so proud of him too. Wishing your family peace at this most difficult time. He will always be remembered with a smile.
Lisa Duncan
August 27, 2012
Please know how much I loved Brian as a student in my Health class. He was wonderfully engaging and simply loved to learn. He continually inspired me. How sad I am to hear of his death. My hope is that you will somehow in some way find peace and comfort in these difficult times.
Pfc. Brian M.
August 27, 2012
Thank you to Brian, and to his family for his dedication and service to our country. As a fellow vet, I know he is now on duty guarding St.Peters gates. I look forward to saluting him someday.
August 27, 2012
Craig & Beverly,
There are no words to express the sorrow of losing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope the memories of Brian will keep him forever in your hearts. Love to you and your familly, Aunt Pat
August 27, 2012
My heart breaks for the LaLoup family. May you find comfort in your memories and strength from your loved ones. Thank you, Brian, for serving our country.
Walter and Pat Weeks
August 27, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Laloup family at this time of sorrow.
August 27, 2012
Mr. and Mrs. Laloup,
I am so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He was such a kind young man who was so excited to be serving our country. He will be greatly missed.
Dr. Michele O'Brien
SGM(R) James Shreve
August 27, 2012
Craig and Beverly, There are no words to say at this terrible loss. I know he will never be forgotten. If there is anything Tammy or myself can do, please let us know. God Bless you and your Family
"Be thou at peace, you have earned this"
Rob Nixon
August 26, 2012
Craig and Beverly ,Sorry for your loss ,our prayers are with you!
Este Odendaal
August 26, 2012
So sorry for your loss. I worked with your son in Pretoria, South Africa.
August 25, 2012
Craig and Bev. So sorry for your loss.
Gerry and Barb Grannetino
Jonathan Frank
August 25, 2012
Brian you were a great friend and a mentor to me. you got me threw the school house. i wish i got to see you again.
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