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Four Stryker soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Four Stryker soldiers killed in Afghanistan Obituary
Three were assigned to the Brigade Troops Battalion, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Fort Wainwright, Fairbanks, Alaska.
They are: Spc. Bradley L. Melton, 29, Rolla, Mo.; Pvt. Lamarol J. Tucker, 26, of Gainesville, Fla.; and Pvt. Cheizray Pressley, 21, of North Charleston, S.C.
Also killed was Staff Sgt. David D. Self, 29, of Pearl, Miss. He was assigned to the Fires Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Vilseck, Germany.
Please leave your thoughts and condolences to the soldiers' families in the guest book.
Memories & Condolences
162 Entries
July 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to these families.My grandson is with this team,and there has been others killed and injured on sun.I pray it is not Blaine,but who knows.The pain is unbearable.God Bless.
Aleta Worden
May 28, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss and the country's loss of these great heroes. My son is stationed at Ft Wainwright currently deployed to Afghanistan. Your families are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Your sacrifices can never be repaid and we, as a country, our you a great debt that can never be repaid. God bless & comfort you during this difficult time.
Dorothy Sherrow
May 23, 2011
God bless our American heroes, and I am forever grateful for their service. I pray that their families and friends find peace and comfort through their fallen warrior's love.
Lisa Majors
May 23, 2011
May God bless all the families who loss love ones. Thanks to all who have lost their lives to protect our freedom.
My God comfort each and all of the families.
Vearlene Smith
May 22, 2011
My sympathy go out to the families and loved ones of the brave soldiers who's lives were lost during the battle. May God console you and uplift you during this time. They will never be forgotten. You are in my prayers.
Linda C
May 21, 2011
These brave young men have paid the ultimate price for their service to our Great Nation. A heartfelt thank you to each of them and their families, who have lost their hero. God Bless each of you and know God holds each of you in His hand. Reach out to Him and He will comfort you.
Vickie Hamrick
May 21, 2011
I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. My heart goes out to their famlies and all the people that loved them. You are in my prayers.
Vickie, North Carolina
Jan P
May 21, 2011
God bless these brave young men and their families. You will not be forgotten. I share your pain and am praying for God to heal your wounds.
Iva Johnson
May 21, 2011
My sympathy goes out to the families of the soldiers who lost their lives that we may remain free. To the familis and loved ones, there is no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. They are gone but never forgotten. Blessed be!
Tammi Ross
May 20, 2011
God bless the family and friends of these brave soldiers. Reading the article about them gave me chills. Thank you to these three men and all the men and women who unselfishly volunteer to defend our country, daily. Peace and prayers to the families and loved ones left behind.
Tim and Denita
May 20, 2011
We are praying for all of the Soldiers' families. It takes a special commitment to serve one's country and I'm so proud of their service. We pray the Lord will guide and heal your family.
Laura & Family Nuno
May 20, 2011
My condolences to the proud parents of our brave soldiers lost this week. God bless you all & thank you.
Our heads are to be held up high for all of our brave soldiers!
Proud mother of an Army Soldiers (Samantha N. Lucero)
Savali Siko
May 20, 2011
To the families of the soldiers,
My family's sincerest and deepest gratitude goes out to the soldier's who's lives were lost. No one can ever understand the sacrifice that you have made for this country. Our prayers go out to you all.
--Siko Family--
Danno Montgomery
May 20, 2011
Sending our sincerest condolences, thoughts, and Prayers.
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Betty Nester
May 20, 2011
We send our sincerest condolences and love to the families of these precious soldiers. My son-in-law is there in Afghanistan with them, and my daily thoughts and prayers are there as well. Please be reminded that the prayers of the nation are there with you and I pray that those prayers will help sustain and comfort you. God, please keep Your loving arms around these families, give them strength..and the ability to endure such a tragic loss.
Alma Jean Adams
May 20, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
May 20, 2011
My heart is broken for the deaths of our soldiers. My son is also in the unit. We share your grief and pray for comfort for the familys involved.
May 20, 2011
In my thoughts & prayers.
May 20, 2011
our thoughts and prayers go out for all the moms and dads and sisters and brothers an wifes and children . Thank you , may the peace of god suround you and your at this time We walk through the valley it says in the psalm we dont stop linger or camp in that valley so death has no hold on us god has a son too, he knows this pain, muriel noth pole alaska
Dawyn Price
May 19, 2011
No one likes war, but you died for our Country. I am proud of my cousin Cheizray Pressley. RIP Cuz.
RIP Cuz
Dawyn Price
May 19, 2011
Ann Boren
May 19, 2011
In the memory of your beloved Sons, Brothers, Dads or whatever these courageous young men were to you. Please accept my most deepest condolences of your loss. I know they are precious in your sight as they are in ours. Thanks for your sacrifice for our freedom. May God Bless America and his children.
Beverly
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen soldiers. I thank them for their sacrifice in trying to make the world a better and a safer place.
Cyd Deathe
May 19, 2011
Your Hero and your family
have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Our family is forever grateful
for the service and job
that has been done in order to
keep us safe in our homeland.
May God wrap His loving arms around you all
and hold you close throughout
this very difficult time.
You are all in our thoughts & prayers
PMM of wounded warrior Veteran Adam, USMC
Tammy Blessing
May 19, 2011
I know nothing that I say will help with the pain and grief you must be going through. Please know that not only are you in our thoughts and prayers, but as many people I could "touch" across our great nation. Please try to draw strength from all that are praying for you and your families! While we are "army strong"...we are also "Bobcat Family Strong"! From the Blessing family to all!!
jeff nyland
May 19, 2011
i am sooo sorry for your lost. you will be in my prayers. i appreciate for what the soldiers do for us. & our country.
Kathy Hollacher
May 19, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine the pain you must be going through. My son is an Arctic Wolf as well and I am so proud of him as you must be of your son. Your son was a true hero. He's in God's hands now. Blessings and prayers for you and your family.
Lisa Wilk
May 19, 2011
I know that there are no words that can comfort you at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you during your time of need and sorrow.
Diana
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of these 3 soldiers! You guys will never be forgotten!
Phyllis Attla
May 19, 2011
My Heart & Prayers go out to the families of the 4 stryers we lost in Afghanistan. May God bless them and keep them always.....
greg sherwood
May 19, 2011
May God hold them in the palm of his hand.
elbia arias
May 19, 2011
Our thought and prayers are with the family of the brave soldiers who fought for our freedom. They will always remain in our heart.
Bailey
May 19, 2011
Sending out prayers of peace for all the loved ones of these brave young men, and of all our soldiers stationed around the globe. It takes a strong man (or woman) to do what they do, and a strong family to support them.
May 19, 2011
May God wrap you in his arms and know your soldier will not be forgotten.
Cerene Lane
May 19, 2011
Mere words can not begin to express both sorrow and gratitude for these 4 American Hero's my heart goes out to the families.
Teresa Jones
May 19, 2011
God blessed you with your beautiful and brave children, and they blessed us by loving us enough to give the ultimate sacrifice. May God continue to provide you with the power and courage to heal, knowing you will see your children, again.
Cris Bolan
May 19, 2011
My heart goes out to the loved ones of these brave men. My son is also deployed in the 1/25 SBCT in the same place. We pray each day for all the brave men and women over there. You will be in our hearts and souls forever. You are truly the American Heroes. God Bless America.
Della Brindley
May 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family members of these brave men! May God bless each and everyone of you!
Joseph K. Solomon
May 19, 2011
True american heroes will not be forgoten.
Kristina Schake
May 19, 2011
You're in my prayers and thank you for your soldiers service. They'll be greatly missed.
Lisa Spencer
May 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends of the men who lost their lives this week.
John Hansen
May 19, 2011
RIP Semper Fi
Tammy Sparks
May 19, 2011
Although I never got the pleasure to meet these soldiers who gave their lives, my deepest condolences go out the the family of these brave young men. My only son is currently serving with 1/25 SBCT in Afghanistan and is serving his 1st deployment. Your brave servicemen are true heros, they gave the ultimate sacrifice, and I am for grateful. May peace and comfort find it's way to you at this difficult time!
lisa sozansky
May 19, 2011
i am praying for all the families that have lost a brave soldier!! they are truly our heroes!!!!!!!!
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of these True American Heroes.
May they Rest in Peace.
Christine
USMC Sister
Rick Orthmann
May 19, 2011
This is so sad. There are thousands and thousands of people who are praying for you right at this second. Your not alone. There are no words to express the sorrow your going through right now. We will never forget what they did for us, or you. God bless you all....
May 19, 2011
My heart is broken for you. My son is with that Brigade. Praying for all of you. Kathy (Phoenix AZ)
Michelle
May 19, 2011
My heart goes out to the families of these brave soldiers. Thank you for your service to our country. God bless...
Elisa Crites
May 19, 2011
I'm am deeply sorry for your loss. No words can comfort, but I hope you will sense the prayers that are being lifted up on your behalf. Elisa Maria (Fairbanks, AK)
G HALE
May 19, 2011
Our hearts and prayers go out to the soildiers and their families for their losses.We have a son in the 25th and can only image your heart ache.He expressed his sadness and feelings of loss for his fellow brothers in service. We are truely sadden for you loss.Our prayers are with you.
Stacey Staddie
May 19, 2011
Prayers are you the families right now. I am here at Wainwright, I don't personally know any of you, but I am hoping I can help in some way. Words cannot describe what I am feeling for your family right now. Praying that you get through this dark time, and that the Lord surrounds with loving family and friends to get you through this.
Deborah
May 19, 2011
Thank each of you for the sacrifice you made for our country. May God bless and keep all the families that are involved. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Katrina & Jon Grates
May 19, 2011
To The Family Of Spc. Bradley Melton;
Jon & I keep you in our thoughts & prayers during this time of tragedy & heartache.
Brad made the largest impression on us that will allow us to always remember him & to never let our memories of him fade with time. He was an incredible person with a beautiful soul & we will greatly miss him! He was our friend & is our hero!
Brad was honestly the funniest, most down to earth person we had ever met, and was great at cooking fried chicken & making awesome mashed potatoes!
I met him a few years ago while my husband & I were stationed with him in Fort Wainwright, Alaska. He had a kind heart, one that was so kind he took my husband & I in during a time when we had no place to stay.
We want you to know that our love for Melton will continue forever through this life time & into the next. Our most genuine & best prayers & thoughts are being sent your way.
To The Families Of The Other Soldiers That We Have Lost:
We continue to pray for you as well as we know that your hearts are heavy with the lost of your loved ones. Please take comfort in the appreciation that so many of us have for your loved ones. They are not just names in an news article; they are truly American heroes.
Anne Jenkins
May 19, 2011
Regardless of what you hear on the news, there are MANY people around the world who are grateful for the sacrifices the American soldiers and their families make for their freedom.....What other country has given so many of their young men to die for complete strangers?
I grew up in Holland, and we still remember how the Americans came to our aide.
THANK you for all you do...They did not die in vain!
Beth
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of our fallen soldiers. May you find light and peace knowing that your soldiers are heroes.
Lynda Van Haren
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of these courageous young men. May you be blessed with the strength and peace you need to deal with this loss. I am so thankful for the men and women who serve in the armed forces to maintain the freedoms that are so invaluable to the USA.
May 19, 2011
I am truly sorry for your losses. I pray that the Lord's grace and peace will be with your families. Please remember that your families will always be in our prayers
Jonna
May 19, 2011
Thank you. But I would rather you came home. My heart is sad, too sad for words to come, but I ask that GOD will bless and comfort your family and friends wherever they are. Rest easy, guys.
diane hutchison
May 19, 2011
my heart goes out to the families of these fallen heroes. may the good lord give you peace and comfort. May our nation never forget their sacrifice for our security and your sacrifice as their loving families. I'm so sorry!
Scott Teal
May 19, 2011
May God bless you in your time of loss. Your family gave the ultimate sacrafice. They will always be known as heros. Keep your faith through the hard times and remember that they fought for a better world.
Tasha Dunaway
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to these families! I pray for safety for the rest of the soliders from Ft. Wainwright! Thank you to all the men and women who continue to fight for our freedom!
cindy voltmann
May 19, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss i currently have a son over there now i pray every day for all there safety. may god bless.all who have lost will never be foregotten.
May 19, 2011
May God bless you all
shannon curtis
May 19, 2011
Thannk you to the families of the fallen troops for letting their child serve. I am so truely sorry for your loss and want you to know that we do remember our Hero's. Proud Blue Star Mom
Eleanor Nyland
May 19, 2011
Our thoughts go out to the families who have recently lost their beloved soldier. May God give you his peace and love at this most difficult time. Your men are real heroes and we salute them!! Thanks for your sacrifice.
Neenee Monroe
May 19, 2011
I am a Soldier and wife to a Combat Engineer and I truly understand. My prayer's are with the families of all Soldier's that lost a loved one.
Kim Simcheck
May 19, 2011
It is with great sorrow that I write to tell you that your loved one gave the greatest sacrifice for my freedom. My only child (son) just left for his first deployment from Ft. Wainwright and I wish only health and good things to our men and women there. Stay strong and know that there are many praying for you all.
May 19, 2011
The sacrifice of your loved one and his service to our country is appreciated by this grateful American. May the Good Lord give you comfort in knowing that your loved one is now in His loving arms. SSG Self from MS comes from very near my home. God Bless and keep each of the families.
Tara Merryweather
May 19, 2011
I cannot find the words to express my sorrow for your loss. As the mother of a soldier also in Afghanistan with the 25th I can only send you my love and appreciation for your soldier as they are truely our nations heroes.
Ann Lundstrom
May 19, 2011
As the girlfriend of a deployed Stryker Soldier can understand to a small degree the pain the family and friends of these falled soldiers must be experiencing. I pray that they find strength in the knowledge that they served a country that loves them and are truly greatful for their service and sacrifices. God Bless them and their lost soldiers.
Mike Prax
May 19, 2011
Although I didn't know these gentlemen personally, I am impressed by the professionalism and dedication of all of the soldiers that I have met from Fort Wainwright. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of the soldiers and their families. Their sacrifice reminds us all of our duty to try and make this world a little nicer place.
Terrie H
May 19, 2011
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at the loss of your courageous loved ones. They are the true definition of a hero. My prayers are with your families in this difficult time.
May 18, 2011
My prayers are sent to all the family and friends of our brave soldiers. It is with a heavy heart that I send my deepest condolences. May God comfort and strengthen each of you.
maria morales
May 18, 2011
As an army wife my heart goes out for each of the family that loss a love one.I don't have the words to express sympathy my prayer are with you.
Tony Richey
May 18, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the families, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace.
katie marzo
May 18, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear this horrible news. Prayers to the families.
May 18, 2011
The highest honor I can pay them is that they were doing their duty. They did not falter, they did not fail, they did the duty their country asked of them. No one can ask more of a soldier than that. They will be in my memory and the memories of all who wear or who have worn the uniform for time immemorial.
Blessings and condolences from this grateful person for the sacrifice you have made.
Fred Brantingham
May 18, 2011
My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. Ft Wainwright Army Wife
Amy
May 18, 2011
As a military spouse, my deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of these brave men. God bless you all and know you and your loved ones as well as all military members are in our prayers
Todd Bonn
May 18, 2011
Go easy brothers.
May 18, 2011
Our families are so saddened by the loss of these fine young men. Our son-in-law is a member of the 73rd Combat Engineers and served along side of these men. They weren't just fellow soldiers, they were friends. He had dinner with Brad just the evening before his death. To the families of these men, please know that while they were here in Fairbanks, they became members of our community and extended families and their deaths leave a huge hole in the hearts of all of us. May you find some comfort in knowing so many grieve the loss of your fine sons, fathers, and brothers.
May 18, 2011
True Heroes and will never be forgotten..so brave. God bless and sorry for your loss.
Tamera Jordan
May 18, 2011
My heart is very heavy for all of your losses! Please accept my condolences...thank you for all of your sons great sacrifices!! There aren't enough or the right words to say...just know that you and your sons will be in my rosary!! God Bless you and God Bless America!!
Dauhamona Elleby
May 18, 2011
As a MIlitary wife my heart goes out to the family i will keep you guys in my prayers and may god gie you peace of mind to deal with the loss of a loved one.
kevin robinson
May 18, 2011
Our hearts go out to the family and friends, you will be missed but not forgotten. I'm humbled by your sacrifice.
Sandy W.
May 18, 2011
My heart goes out to each and every member of the families and to their fellow soldiers. As an Army mom, I can only imagine the pain you are going through. Though their sacrifice is an earthly one, may they find peace in the next realm. Blessings to them, their families and those who served with them.
Army Mom Roberts
May 18, 2011
Dear families of David, Bradley, Lamarol & Cheizray...for a short time until we heard other wise, we knew the panic, sickness & loss you're feeling right now. I'm just so sorry you did not get to experience the relief that comes when you find out it was not your loved one. Our hearts are breaking for you! May God bless you with comfort & peace. with all our love, gratitude & prayers, you are our HEROES.
Megan Feldt
May 18, 2011
My Heart goes out to the Families, I can't imagine the pain they are all going through. My husband is over there with Stryker and it breaks my heart to hear our Stryker family has already taken a loss. Thank you for being brave Soldiers and God Bless you.
Karen Lewis
May 18, 2011
Each one of these brave men sacrificed their lives so that we may all live in freedom and to hope for a better tomorrow! Thank you to each one of these soldiers and may they rest in peace. They are strong men and will always be remembered for their strength and their courage! May you remember their precious moments and feel that joy in your heart when you think of them.
military wife
May 18, 2011
My heart goes out to the families and friends of our fallen soliders.
Carmen Hernandez Alonzo
May 18, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Families of these fine young men. Forever should their lives be revered and honored and their stories told for generations to come, for they are the true heros of our time, now and forever. My deepest sympathies and eternal gratitude, you will never be forgotten.
Conn
May 18, 2011
I do not know any of these soldiers personally, but I think each of them for what they give to my family. Freedom. I pray for strength and healing during this rough time.
Amanda
May 18, 2011
I'm praying for the families of our fallen soldiers. I'm so sorry for your losses. They will never be forgotten for the sacrifice they made for our country.
tammy huwer
May 18, 2011
God bless you today and all the days to come that will only be taken one second at a time.All my love and prayers from an Army mom of a 1/25th Stryker Soldier.
Rita and Rob Pendleton
May 18, 2011
Our thoughts are with you and your loved ones you should be very proud of your sons they gave their lives to keep us free
Christine Maximoff
May 18, 2011
Your sacrifice's will never be forgotten. You are in our hearts and in our prayers. May God bring you peace and comfort in this horrible difficult time.
amanda immonen
May 18, 2011
i kind of have a rough idea how these family's feel my dad was over there and now my boyfriend is over there. once i heard about this i was so scared so my heart goes out to those families who have missing, injuried, or killed love ones of the army.
Amanda Morgan
May 18, 2011
My prayers are with all of the families that are suffering these great losses. These men were American's heros. My son too was hit by an explosion last week while driving a MRAV. I thank God every minute of every day for sparing his life. While we prepare for many surgeries, we know that he will heal. I pray that the families of these great men will find some peace knowing that America loved each one of them for their dedication and sacrifices. God bless you all!!! - Amanda Morgan (Vicksburg, MS)
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