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for Matthew Freeman
August 8, 2014
Wow!...all I can say is WOW! He was some young man! Matthew Charles can be a role model for so many. I come from a family of military officers. I have lived in Richmond Hill for almost 3 years. I only recently read about Matthew. You/parents and family must be so proud! What a terrific man! God Bless!
May 26, 2014
Thank you for your service. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
D Adams
August 7, 2013
Remembrances of your sacrifice 4 years later.
Semper Fidelis
March 19, 2013
This entry is in memory & honor of Matthew Freeman, who lived a life well-lived.
Peggy Childers
August 7, 2011
To the family and friends of Capt. Matthew Freeman:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Bill Gaskin
May 27, 2011
Memorial Day is about so much more than long weekends, auto racing and cookouts...but if you are reading this, you already know that. Today, my head is filled with thoughts of Captain Freeman's family and fellow Marines. Whether you are in Richmond Hill or in Mississippi or in some remote corner of the world, if you are missing Matthew today, my prayers are with you. I will not forget.
Locus Pendeo
September 21, 2010
I miss you Sir, I wish we could have you back.
SSgt Hammond
ETT 4-5
August 29, 2010
To the 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."
Peggy Childers
August 7, 2010
To the family and friends of Capt. Matthew Freeman:
Remembering Matthew 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
May 31, 2010
Remembering your love one for the freedom we have because of our service men. May God bless your family.
L.B.Hicks Claxton, Ga
Marcia Carroll
December 26, 2009
Matt,
Just wanted to tell you Merry Christmas and to Tell JESUS HAPPY BIRTHDAY FOR US ALL,because i know you are with him.
Ms. Marcia
Capt M.J. Staunton
December 22, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Freeman family and his wife. I had the honor of living with Matt for 6 months at TBS and we had a great time studying and training to be Marine officers. His sense of humor, intelligence, and determination were ever present and he truly helped me during our time together. He has my utmost admiration and I am proud to call him a friend. Fair Winds and Following Seas Freeman and Semper Fidelis!
Donna Gillette
November 29, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 20, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to the Freeman family and friends in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew, 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. Matthew 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"
April/Derrick Hammond
November 6, 2009
My husband introduced me to Matt while they trained together for the deployment he was on.He was in the advanced party for our team and the night I was saying my goodbyes to my husband,was the night we were told he had died.That night will always haunt me as well as Matts other fellow Marines and there families who had the pleasure to know him!Prayers are with you Theresa as well as the rest of the family.God bless and know the guys are still in Afghanistan and still carry Matt in there hearts!
Martha Gillis
October 16, 2009
A family with the long record of military service yours has knew more deeply than most the risks Matthew's service could bring. That makes his and your sacrifice all the more profound. Please accept my gratitude and my condolences.
Peggy Childers
October 12, 2009
To the family of Capt. Matthew Freeman:
Matthew 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
Greg & Heidi Hammerstein
September 20, 2009
I only met Matt one time years ago at a party at your house. I think he might have been 11 or 12 years old at the time, maybe a bit older. He impressed me as "energetic" to say the least. Its a true credit to you both Gary and Lisa for raising Matt to become such a fine young man. The courage to volunteer for such a duty as Matt did can only be found in the true bravery of a true hero. Heidi and I can't express our sorrow for your loss, a loss that only time might tend to make bearable.
Barry Willhite
September 17, 2009
May the mercy, love, and peace of our Heavenly Father surround you during this heartbreaking time. My prayers are for your comfort and strengthening. "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." - Romans 8:38-39
Stephanie Rafoss
September 10, 2009
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
Greg Saxon
September 8, 2009
I had the pleasure of knowing Matt when we were both at USNA. He was a great man. My deepest regrets go to his family and friends.
In Service to his Country
Arthur Johnson
September 6, 2009
Semper Fi Sir.
A Tradition of Honor and Courage.
You exemplified it.
My condolences to your loved ones.
You cannot be replaced.
CR H
September 5, 2009
It is the warriors like you Capt. Freeman willing to fight,
who have made our country into the most envied place on the planet.
RIP
A fellow warrior
7th Grade Louisburg Middle School
September 3, 2009
We care and share your sorrow.
Sherry Durden
September 2, 2009
Sept 2, 2009
My thougts & prayers go out to your
whole family. I know what it feels
like to lose a son. If you ever feel
the need to talk to someone who has
been there, feel free to call at any
time. 727-3495.
I wish I had know Matthew. I know you
were so proud of him. The whole community is proud of the son you raised.
Laura (Zarcaro) Thawley
September 2, 2009
The last time I saw Matt was years ago in Pensacola, but the thing that sticks out most in my mind is that he was always smiling. I remember him as a genuinely happy person--the kind of person you could look at and know he wanted to get the most out of every situation he was in. I admire his enthusiasm, and his desire to live life to the fullest. I am humbled by his bravery and selflessness, and feel so fortunate to have known such a great man. My thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones. Know that he has touched countless lives.
Herb Schwartz
September 2, 2009
My condolences. From a USNA Blue & Gold Officer who values every officer and enlisted service person as a national treasure. Everyone of whom has recognized the need to fight for a concept and cause larger than himself. Each loss is personal to each of us. God's blessing to the Captain, his family and the nation. Lt.Col. USAF (ret)
gary Allain
September 1, 2009
CAPT MATTHEW FREEMAN
You are my Hero may God keep you in his arms forever.
Les and Lea Scott
August 30, 2009
Dear Gary, Lisa, and family,
We just learned about the loss of your son and brother, Matthew. We still remember the cute little blonde-headed boy when you lived here at Pax River, MD. Our hearts break for you and we wish you all strength and guidance as you cope with this difficult time. With all our love and sympathy, Les and Lea Scott
Melissa Keith
August 29, 2009
To the Freeman family, I am a total stranger to both you, and Matthew, but I am very proud of this young man. It seems he always gave his all in everything he did, and I commend you.
August 28, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Matthew but feel like I knew him. I worked with Mark Hays at Allstate for many years and he spoke often of Matthew. He was so proud of him. Again, my deepest sympathy.
Gary Crawford
August 27, 2009
To Theresa. I know I hadn't been in contact with Matt, but he meant the world to you and for that i can only give to you my deepest sympathy to you and your family take care and be strong.
~Chris Carter
August 27, 2009
To Theresa. Our deepest symathy for the loss of Mattheu, whom we respect with gratefulness for seving our country. Thinking of you and his family at this griving time.
God bless,
Silvester & ursula Uhlir
Anne & Charles Sension
August 26, 2009
My husband and I happened to visit the Academy today while on vacation. Happened on this sad day for all of you and my heart and prayers are with you. My husband served in Vietnam and my son in Iraq where he lost his best friend. He continues to serve with honor and willingness, so we know of the risk to all of our men and women in uniform. Please accept our gratitude for your sacrifice and that of your loved one. God bless America!
Kenneth Sabel
August 26, 2009
To the Freeman family. Like so many people writing here, I did not have the privilege of personally knowing Matthew, but it has been my privilege to have known him indirectly in that as a civilian employee of the Naval Academy for the past 18 years, Matthew would have been one of the 1200 plebes in the audience in July 1998 when I gave the class of 2002 a briefing on the computers they would be receiving the next day.
Of course no words I write can express or even acknowledge the grief you are feeling now. Just know that in the hearts of all the staff and faculty here at the Naval Academy, Matthew is a true patriot and we mourn his loss.
May God's Blessings and Comfort be with you all.
Jim Bunn
August 25, 2009
Dear Jo Ann,
I am saddened to read of the loss you and your family are now suffering. But as you all pull together wondering how you will ever get through it, I would like to offer something that will hopefully provide some comfort. Not now, perhaps. But later it may help fill the awful emptiness that comes with the passing of someone we love.
Even from your brief account of Matthew's remarkably accomplished life, one thing shines through. He went for it. And attained it! Consider three simple facts: an appointment to the Naval Academy. Those are offered only to those teens who demonstrate a unique clarity of thought, singelmindedness of purpose -20a unique accomplishment, in and of itself. Next, he shows the physical prowess and mental acumen even fewer are able to muster - to become a Navy pilot. And then, he opts out of the relative safety of a flight deck to join his comrades on the ground.
From those three facts alone, even a stranger can see that Matthew's life was about high achievement, skill, and dedication. But there's something more. Perhaps most important of all, Matthew's life was a commitment - to service.
Jo Ann, I went into Afghanistan as an embedded journalist with NBC News, attached to the 101st Airborne, and was part of their initial landing and occupation of20Kandahar, just weeks after covering the horrible aftermath of 9/11 in New York. So I know the kind of forgotten hellhole that Matthew went into. But I also know the kind of people he was surrounded by. The kind of person that he must have been.
Top of mind. Tip of the tongue. They talk about service. Not merely to some abstract flag waving notion of country, though that love and devotion is readily apparent. They talk about service to us, their families, loved ones, and friends. They understand - and will tell you - their country IS us. Equally, they will tell you they are there for each other. Comarades-at-arms who have the other guy's back. A fierce loyalty and sel flessness that we, here back home, simply cannot contemplate, let alone comprehend.
He was there because he was one of them. One of those rare, remarkable human beings who don't just hear a higher calling - they answer it.
So as you mourn the terrible empty space in your family, I offer the following not merely as a comfort, though I hope it provides you some, rather as an insight to consider; please don't think of Matthew's as a life lost. Please think of Matthew and the way he lived his life. The way he chose for himself.
For his was not a life lost.
It was a life Given.
In Service.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Janet Hueners
August 25, 2009
Words cannot adequately express my sorrow for your loss and my gratitude for Matthew's service. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Marie Mead
August 25, 2009
My admiration and deepest thanks goes to Matthew for serving our country and protecting our freedoms. He is a true hero. Love, prayers and deepest sympathy to all his family and friends.
August 25, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Pam Caldwell
Vince & Pam Kern
August 25, 2009
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Capt. Matthew Freeman's family. We shall not forget the sacrifice that he gave for our country."
Melanie Barker
August 25, 2009
Much Honor to Matthew for his commitment and love of country; and prayers for his family who cherish him.
Leslie Stevens
August 25, 2009
Heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences.
Matthew was a true hero. I'm sorry for your loss as well as grateful for his service. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Kanerva
August 25, 2009
My sincerest condolences to your family on the loss of Matthew Freeman. He died serving his country and protecting all of us. I hope in your grief you can also find a sense of pride in his actions, accomplishments and sense of honor.
Anthony Whayne
August 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all those that are protecting our freedom. God bless all of them.
Renee Owens
August 24, 2009
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, Capt. Freeman.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, OIF
Marcia Carroll
August 24, 2009
What a Hero!
Susan Stanley
August 24, 2009
Dear family of Capt. Matthew C. Freeman, I am so sorry for the loss of your hero. He was a hero in many ways to many people. He was helping to maintain our freedoms and helping to bring freedoms to those that have never known freedom before. I send many packages to contacts listed at AnySoldier.com. Your Matthew, being a volunteer contact for Any Soldier.com, was an angel to many in the field. He cared enough for his unit to help pass out mail to those who maybe did not receive any or as much mail as others. Helping them to know that they were supported, cared for and prayed for by us at home in the USA. What a true hero. Freedom isn’t free.
Thank you Capt. Matthew C. Freeman. We miss you greatly!
May God’s Holy Spirit grant your family comfort as they progress through grieving for the loss of their very special hero.
From a Gold Star Mother (SSG Russell J. Verdugo KIA 5/23/05 - Baghdad)
Shirley & Joseph Siravo
August 24, 2009
To the Freeman Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May God give you comfort & peace to ease your pain. Heroes never die; they remain in our hearts forever. We thank your loved one sincerely for his service and sacrifice to our country. We will never forget, God bless.
Lois Gareis
August 24, 2009
Hold tight to your friends for comfort. Lean on each other for strength. Those of us who know and share your sorrow pray for you now, as you will for those in days to come. Blessings and peace to all of Matt's family and friends.
In remembrance for their sacrifice:
Ron Winchester KIA 9/3/04 Class of 2001
JP Blecksmith KIA-11/11/04 Class of 2003
Marcia Carroll
August 24, 2009
To th Freeman Family,
I know there is no words to say to you all at this time.I do not know your family only heard of Matt throw other people.But i do know that he died of being a hero.I watch the landing of his body that Thurday and i want to tell you i lost it and could not control myself.So i only know what you all are going though.I have some friends in Iraq now and i stay upset alot,but only GOD will take care of them.Only this time it was time for Matt to leave us all.Like the song Vince Gill sings(Go Rest High on The Mountain)your time on earth is done.That is what God wanted,even that it is so hard for us to except.May God bless each and ever one of you.My condolence,prayer and love are with you all.
Suzanne MacDaniel
August 23, 2009
To the Freeman Family,
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. I truly feel your loss and pain. Matthew shall never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with 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 .
Every second you sacrificed
I hold you in my prayers.
So with one hand on my heart and the other in the air;
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
A Proud Aunt
SGT.David M Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
Merle Brannen
August 22, 2009
Gary, you were my hero at Gulfstream. I now have a new hero in your son. My sincerest condolences in your loss.
Debbi
August 22, 2009
To the parents and family, I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I know only too well what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Grief is an individual journey, that unfortunately like my own self you now have to travel. It doesn’t matter how they died but how they lived that we should focus on. We know that each one in our military joined to make a difference in their own lives and to serve their country. Please know that each one no matter what is an American Hero and to be honored always and forever. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to hold your hand as He gives comfort to you today and for the rest of your life.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne CO-A 2-505th PIR
Ginny Gilbert
August 20, 2009
CAPT. MATTHEW FREEMAN-True American Hero. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten and flags fly high in your honor across this nation. God bless Capt. Freeman for his eternal service, God bless his family and give them peace of heart, and now more than ever, God bless the USA.
August 20, 2009
May these words written more than 140 years ago bring you comfort.
Presidential Quote from a letter from President Abraham Lincoln to the mother of five soldiers who died during the Civil War.
“I feel how weak and fruitless must be any words of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from rendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours, to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of Freedom.”
A grateful American.
Garnet Jenkins
August 19, 2009
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Capt. Matthew Freeman, with Profound Gratitude for this Brave Young Marine's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Matthew and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten. May he Rest Safely, in God's Care and may the Peace of God be with the Freeman family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
"Surely He hath borne our grief,
and carried our sorrows."
~ Isaiah 53:4 ~
May you find comfort and strength, in the treasured memories of times spent with Matthew.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Clayton Penton
August 19, 2009
My deepest sympathies go out to all of Matt's family. We were roommates at The Basic School and I will always remember him.
SHIRLEY DONEY
August 19, 2009
REST IN PEACE CAPT. FREEMAN,TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Don Elseroad
August 19, 2009
In recognition of Captain Matthew Freeman's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment # 969 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 # 969
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
August 19, 2009
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 Capt. Matthew Freeman our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Matthew. And to Matthew 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. Matthew, 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 Matthew’s family and loved ones. Semper Fi !
Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Bill Mersch
August 18, 2009
We must never forget our brave men and women who serve and give their lives. My thoughs, prayers and thanks go out to Matthew and all those who have and are serving the cause of FREEDOM.
Paula, my thoughts and prayers are for you and the entire family.
Judy Lariscy
August 17, 2009
Please know you are in my prayers. I will always remember Matthew's special love and concern he gave to Mary Beth as she started school. I knew he was a special, caring, loving and giving person at an early age.
QUMI BROWN
August 17, 2009
TO THE FAMILY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL YOU. GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES. JOB WELL DONE SOILDER. DO ASK GOD WHY. JUST ASK HIM HOW ARE WE GOING TO GET THROUGH THIS. MRS.FREEMAN YOU ARE STILL ONE OF MY FAVORITE TEACHERS
August 16, 2009
To the Freeman Family - I, too, did not have the honor of knowing Matthew. However, his loss resonates through all who love and support those who defend our country's freedoms. May God be with you. John Groft, a friend of Kim Jarboe, Littlestown, PA.
Theresa Sapp
August 16, 2009
One of my fondest memories is when Matthew played the part of the Snowman in our Christmas musical at White Bluff Elementary School. Matthew will be missed by many and I count it an honor to have known him. I pray for God's blessings on your family.
Peggy Forbes
August 15, 2009
To the Freeman family. My prayers and condolences go out to each and every one of you. I did not know your son personally but do know Kim Jarboe who told us about your loss. I never take the freedom we have because of our service men and women for granted. It is a gift that because of them and their sacrifices I hold dear. God bless and keep you all.
Bill Watters
August 15, 2009
Dear Gary, Lisa, and Family,
My deepest and most sincere sympathy to you for your tragic loss of Matt. Gary, I know how very proud you were of him, and justifiably so. I am very sorry I could not be there to support you today, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and your family at this most difficult time.
Donna Tracey
August 15, 2009
Dear Freeman Family,
We did not know your son, but do know Kim Jarboe. She told us about Matthew. We are so very sorry for your loss. He must have been a very special person, as are all of our men and woman who are fighting for each and everyone of us in this great country of ours. May God bless you and keep you in his care during this devastating time. I lost a son last year myself and not a day goes by that I don't think of him and grieve but things are getting easier and they will for you too. God Bless....
Donna Tracey,
Maryland
Kelvin Brown
August 15, 2009
To the Freeman Family, my sincere condolence on the passing of one of our nation’s finest.
Ralph Moose
August 15, 2009
Gary,
I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. You may remember me from the Brunswick Gulfstream facility. I was a completion center crew lead for several years. I am sorry that my family and I could not be in Richmond Hill to support your family in person. My son Jason received his BSA Eagle from Troop 527 and we are honored to share that with Matt.
Samantha, Jason, Cody and Ralph Moose, (Gulfstream, Belgium)
Betty Hulse
August 14, 2009
Dear Freeman Family,
My family did not Matthew, but my grandaughter had his mom as her teacher last year and she really cares for her as all the children do at the school. I am from a military family and I know how proud you are of Matthew. Our prayers are with his family always. God Bless, Betty and Mike Hulse
shann robinson
August 14, 2009
my thoughts and prayers are with your family. i never had the honor to cross paths with matt but i know he was an amazing young man. he sacrafised his own life to ensure that our lives would be safe and secure.for that i will always be eternally grateful to matt and his whole family. i know god has a special place in heaven just for him and we will all have the pleasure of meeting him in heaven when god calls us home.
Jim & Fowler Bellflower
August 14, 2009
I knew your son and throught the world of him. I met Matt at church on Easter as he was visiting with his grandparents Jim & Betty. Matt was a person of honor and a cedit to the Marine Corps. He was a good friend to my daughter and son (USMC). As a family we grieve and cry with you. We only have love & support for his family and bride. Through the love of Christ we look forward to seeing Matt in our future.
Jim Bellflower
GySgt U.S. Marine Corps Retired
Leigh Ann Strange-Lowe
August 14, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donald, Juanita, Donald Jr, and Zhane Roberts
August 14, 2009
It is with deep sadness to hear of the lost of your son. May you be comforted by God's grace and our family will continue to pray for each of you in the days to come. Be blessed and know that this wonderful person made a difference in your lives as well as in the lives of so many others.
August 14, 2009
Dear Gary and Family, Your GAC and Sperry Flight Systems friends are devestated by this tragic loss of Matt. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.,
Matt, Bravo Zulu Forever !
John Reed, Atlanta Georgia
Gerry Baumgardner
August 14, 2009
I didn't know Matt or the family,but did know James andBetty and saw Lisa when she was several months old at the Baumgardner farm in emmitsburg md. John and Jammes were Cousins and grow up together. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.Love to all the family. Gerry
Bryan, Becky & Bryanna Walker
August 14, 2009
Dear Freeman Family,
We didn't know Matthew, but please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for raising such an honorable man, and for the sacrifice that he made. We pray that you all will find peace in knowing that he is in a much better place & that we all will see him again soon. God Bless!
Abby Reade Davisson
August 14, 2009
To the Freeman family,
I will always remember Matt as the sweet, smiling, polite guy that sat behind me in Band Class, playing his saxophone. He always had nice things to say, always had a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Abby (Reade) Davisson
Kelli Sullivan
August 14, 2009
It is hard to put into words the extreme sorrow and pride that I feel at this time. I knew Matt in high school and he was a truly amazing person. He always had a smile on his face and just knowing him made you a better person. My sincere sympathy to the Freeman and Hess families. Matt is a true hero and will never be forgotten.
David and Shirley Hogan
August 14, 2009
To the Freeman Family,
You have lost a husband, son, brother, and the nation has lost another hero. It is so sad that we have to sacrifice lives for our freedom, but unfortunately that is the cost. Matthew knew the risks, but yet he volunteered for this job, that makes him a true American hero. God bless him. The Marine Corps only takes the very best, and he was obviously one of the best. You should be proud, and one day the hurt will give way to the pride that you deserve to have. We are praying for you all, thank you for sharing Matthew with the USA so that we might continue to enjoy the freedom that we have. Semper Fi. From one former Marine family to another, God bless.
Robin Perry
August 13, 2009
It was a true honor and priviledge to stand on the side of the road as your son passed by on his return to Richmond Hill. Altho I never met him my heart broke to hear of his precious sacrifice in serving our country. May God bless you, precious family of Matthew Freeman, and give you the strength to get through the days ahead. May your pride in your son comfort you during this difficult time.
Randy Dobson
August 13, 2009
To the entire Freeman family I send out my deepest sympathies, carried on the wings of pride and righteousness that your son, an American Hero, was called, answered, served, and fell defending and protecting what obviously was embedded in him by his God and his predecessors. God and Heaven welcomed your Warrior with open arms. Commander Freeman, to you and yours, Fair seas, following winds, Sir.
August 13, 2009
You are our friends, neighbors and workmates and we feel the deepest sadness and sympathy for all the Freemans. You are in our hearts and our souls, we cry with you and ache with you, we love you, the Braids
Cynthia Bendler
August 13, 2009
As the mother of a Marine Corps officer who is deployed at this time,
I can only express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. I know this is a very sad time. He sounds like he was a wonderful son and also a committed individual to the Corps--what a loss. My heart goes out to all of his family.
August 13, 2009
Dear Freeman Family,
As a spouse of a Marine, son and brother of OEF Veterans, resident of Richmond Hill, Gulftream employee, and father of two RHMS students this tragedy breaks my heart and yet makes me proud in ways I can not describe. My family and I have shed many tears of sorrow and of pride for Matt and your entire family as well as what he gave for all of us. My wife and I will make sure that our kids grow up knowing the value for this country that Matthew Charles Hays Freeman and his family stood and stand for. Oohrah Devildog! You will be missed...and never forgotten!!!
Gary Freeman
August 13, 2009
We loved him tremendously. He loved his God, His Country and his Family. He knew the dangers and was eager to accept and do his part to defend the Constitution,individual freedom and traditional American values. Values and traditions that have been defended in this Nation for hundreds of years.
Gary Freeman
Richmond Hill, GA
louise fransioli
August 13, 2009
to the freeman family,i did not know matthew but i am praying that god will be with u in your time of sorrow,and help you go from day to day it will take time but just hold on to the memories you have and god bless you louise fransioli richmond hill ga
Richmond Hill Fire Department
August 13, 2009
Our deepest sympathy yet highest respect goes to the Freeman Family and Theresa Hess. Many of us knew Captain Matt Freeman and not a bad word could be said about this remarkable young man. He really made an impression following not others, but leading his own causes and proudly showing patriotism to our country. He is a Hero and always will be remembered as so. We will never forget the sacrifice Matt made for all of us.
Sue Smith
August 13, 2009
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Matt. He was a hero and gave the ultimate sacriface for this Nation. I knew him when he played in the Richmond Hill High Band with my daughter. I will have his family in my thoughts and prayers. I know that he gave his life doing what he loved. God bless all of you!
Samantha Ruarks
August 13, 2009
Words can not express the sadness of losing Capt. Matt Freeman. My thoughts and prayers go out to Theresa and the Freeman family.
Cindy Clay
August 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
George Poulos
August 13, 2009
I didnt know Captain Matthew C.H. Freeman,U.S.M.C., but God Bless this American Hero.
Bill and Jane Hertel
August 13, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless, Bill and Jane Hertel
Lyndsey Goodman
August 13, 2009
Theresa, Mr. & Mrs. Freeman, Mary Beth, Ginny, and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I feel a deep sence of loss, as does all of Richmond Hill right now. Matt was a man of character, who was a blessing to everyone who knew him. He was so kind and friendly to everyone and I will always remember him with that huge smile on his face. Thank you for your sacrifice to this country.
Love,
Lyndsey Howard Goodman
August 13, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Freeman and family;
I am proud to say that I live in Richmond Hill but now even more. My husband was in the USMC and I know in itself being a Marine is an honor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Flanders
August 13, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. He was very brave to accept the position in Afghanistan. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Angel Miller
August 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 13, 2009
To say "Thank you" for such a supreme sacrifice is not nearly adequate enough. But, as an American citizen, I feel very humbled and honored to be able to say to the entire Freeman family THANK YOU. May God be with you as a Nation mourns your loss.
Carmen Radcliffe
August 13, 2009
To the Freeman Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Captain Freeman is a true American hero! His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. God Bless you all.
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