Tracy Renee Birkman Obituary

thank big homie trace

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 week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Tracy Renee Birkman US Army Sergeant.

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

One of a kind!! She was a dear friend and brought so much laughter and wisdom into my life. Her boys were her whole life. Sending lobe, The Seely Family

Think of you everyday missing you always. Thank you for your guidance when i feel alone or lost ....love you forever my #1 aunt ~ xoxo mallor

Rest in peace sister...we'll see you at Fidler's Green.

Together...We Will Not Forget...My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and presenting a numbered memorial quilt to the immediate family of each fallen hero since the 1983 attack on the Marine Barracks in Lebanon in and the Global War on Terror with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Hero may have been born, gone to school, lived in Virginia at sometime during their life or even trained for his military service in Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have honored 247 Virginia Gold Star Families with quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email ([email protected]) or phone at 804-397-5375 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of Hero. Thank you.Debbie Elam, Chairman Virginia Memorial Quilt Project P. O. Box 534Powhatan, VA 23139

thank you for fighting

To the family and friends of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman:
It has truly been my honor to sign Tracy's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Tracy will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

Together...We Will Not Forget...My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and presenting a numbered memorial quilt to the immediate family of each soldier killed in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terror with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have sent 207 quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email or phone at 804-598-0465 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of your soldier. Thank you.
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
P. O. Box 534
Powhatan, VA 23139

Still Remembered and Honored.
Peace to Tracey Renee's family.

My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and presenting a numbered memorial quilt to the immediate family of each soldier killed in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terror with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have sent 205 quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email or phone at 804-598-0465 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of your soldier. TOGETHER...WE WILL NOT FORGET!
Thank you.
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Henrico, VA 23228

Not forgotten. May those who love this good, patriotic American servicewoman have found some peace in their lives.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman:
Always remembering Tracy. "Some gave all."

My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and presenting a numbered memorial quilt to the immediate family of each soldier killed in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terror with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have sent 179 quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email or phone at 804-598-0465 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of your soldier. TOGETHER...WE WILL NOT FORGET!
Thank you.
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Henrico, VA 23228

To the family and friends of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman:
Please accept my remembrance of Tracy on the anniversary of her passing and know that she will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

This is a great loss for our nation, I served with SSG Birkiman in her first tour in Iraq and must say that she was a truly motivating person. This came as a great shock to me, i still recall going on convoys with her and the way she always managed to keep a cool colective head. My sincerest condolenses to her family and wish for them to know that she will never be forgotten.

SSG Birkman Family,

May God grant you serenity. May she rest in peace. I only knew her briefly, but she was a professional. Thoughts and prayers for all of you. Thanks for being part of her life and for all you have given to this nation.

CPT Bissell

January 2008 - January 2010
Remembering the service and sacrifice of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman - this is sent with the hope that her family are finding some peace in their lives as they move forward without her and that they have better days in which to share their memories of a fine American. Sincerely, Kim Straker

To the family and friends of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman:
Remembering Tracy on the anniversary of her passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman for the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our Project's Mission is to present the closest relative of each fallen soldier with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia with a numbered memorial quilt. Please contact me at the following:
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Henrico, VA 23228
or you can call me at home at 804.598-0465 or email me at [email protected]. You can view our work on www.vmqp.com. When you are ready, please contact us so we can send you a quilt. God Bless.

I hope that Sgt. Birkman's family are able to be together today and that they can spend time sharing their cherished memories of a very strong and decent woman - a professional soldier who deserves to be as respected in death as she was in life.

To the family of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman:
Tracy 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

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss

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Sincerely,
Kenna

I just learned of this tragedy today. SGT Birkman was a shining example of a truly professional NCO. She never quit and always went out of her way to take care of Soldiers. I will truly miss her, and I am happy that I had the opportunity to know her and learn from her.

My condolences go out to you SGT. Tracy Renee Birkman and family. I just found out, matter of fact today by a good friend of mine and someone who also worked with SGT. Birkman along with myself. And I found it hard to believe. I remember when my first duty station was Fort Sill, OK and Sgt. Birkman made me feel very welcomed and told me that even though we were in the same company same unit but different jobs, she would be there if I needed anything.Last time I seen Sgt. Birkman was when I was leaving on a medical discharge and she had a space boot on her foot (LOL) we would joke about it all the time. Sgt. Birkman was so cool and down to earth. Sgt. Birkman sure did know how to make me laugh but she also was a tough cookie because she wasn't gonna take no mess from no one and was damn sure not to let no one run over her. She knew how to call out Bull crap if she seen it. You will surely be missed and I will always remember you. Motivated and Dedicated I SAY HOOAH!!!!God Bless!!!!

Former PFC Shantel T Washington

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Birkman and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses her! May God bless all of you!!

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Birkman!

I think that the words written by this soldier's comrades-in-arms speak volumes about her loyalty, professional attitude to her work and the friendship she extended to others. I pray that her children are surrounded by their special memories and the knowledge that their Mom loved them - and I sincerely hope that Tracy's Dad is able to find some peace and comfort when he reads through these pages.
May you rest in Peace Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. what she has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God comfort and bless your family.

My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman for the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our Project's Mission is to present the closest relative of each fallen soldier from the Commonwealth of Virginia with a numbered memorial quilt. Please contact me at the following:
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Richmond, VA 23228
or you can call me at home at 807.379.3817 or email me at [email protected]. You can view our work on www.vmqp.com. When you are ready, please contact us so we can send you a quilt in honor of Tracy. God Bless.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Sgt. Birkman you were always there for me when I needed someone to keep me from falling. In Iraq and back in garrison. I regret not being able to be there for you! I know that you are in Heaven watching over everyone and I know that your family is proud of all of your accomplishments! I love you soo much and my heart aches to have lost you! I will think of you everyday and all of our good times with Cpt. Mcdonald and our long talks when we were in Iraq! I am proud to have served with you! I love you and I will remember you for all of my days!!!!!

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

My heartfelt sympathy to the Birkman family in the loss of Tracy. I did not know Tracy, 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. Tracy you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Dear Family and Friends,
I would like to offer my sincerest condolences. I cannot begin to imagine the loss and pain all are going through. My nephew is a United States Marine and serving in Iraq. We all pray every day for him and his comrade’s safety every day. War is a horrible reality. I salute and I am proud of all of our troops and their bravery to protect our freedom and server their country with honor. Freedom is not free.
With deepest regrets and sympathy
John Motty
Bayou Chicot, Louisiana

My deepest condolences to Sgt. Birkman's family, friends and colleagues. Thank you so much for your sacrifice as she served her country for the safety and freedom of all of us! We will never forget.

http://www.the343.org

I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the boys are OK. God Bless you all.

Sgt. Tracy Renee Birkman
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever

To the Birkman Family,
At this time I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am. Take comfort knowing that Sgt. Birkman touched many lives. May she live in your heart.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 Iraq

With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Sergeant Birkman. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!

SSG Birkman, You will be missed. SSG Birkman,

I thoroughly enjoyed working with you when we served in Iraq from 2005-2006. You had a warm personality and a great spirit. The Army and Soldiers you served with will miss you. It was an honor to know you. Rest in peace.

Tracey, may you rest now. I know you have been thru a lot. I will continually pray for your family and boys. Your friend, Patty Trump from a long time ago at the river.

I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Sgt Tracy Renee Birkman, God bless you and your family and God bless America!

Contact me if you want to talk.

PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq

Rest in Peace, My Fellow Female (by Chance) and Soldier (by Choice).

MSG Leasha Dixson

From our military family to yours, we would like to thank Sgt. Birkman for her service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

My deepest, most heartfelt sympathies to Tracy's sons and parents. She was my next door neighbor for three months in that dusty bake oven that was LSA 12 at COB Speicher in the summer and fall of 2006. Tracy was a dedicated soldier and a devoted mother; she kept on trying when others were ready to give up; I enjoyed every time I talked to her and am deeply saddened by her passing. May God's grace give you comfort and welcome Tracy to her heavenly home.
Patrick Corcoran
MAJ, US Army Reserve

I miss all the good times we had hanging out at the Impact Zone after work. Tracy was a good friend, had a big heart, and I will miss her. May she rest in peace. John Staudt USA,Retired

As a mother of a Soldier, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.

Rest in peace Sgt.Birkman, you are a true hero in everyone eyes. To the family I extend my heartfelt sorrow. May God bless you.

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Sgt Tracy Renee Birkman. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.

I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.

Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of her service. She will not be forgotten!


(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)

My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007

REST IN PEACE SGT. BIRKMAN, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)

Please accept my Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy regarding the loss of Sgt Tracy Renee Birkman, with So Much Gratitude for your loved one's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

May Tracy rest safely now, in God's Care and may the Peace of the Lord be with the Birkman family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my young, brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
~ Revelations 21:4 ~

May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Remember the Sacrifice Tracy made.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman for the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our Project's Mission is to present the immediate family of each fallen soldier from the Commonwealth of Virginia with a numbered memorial quilt. Please contact me at the following:
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Richmond, VA 23228
or you can call me at home at 807.379.3817 or email me at [email protected]. You can view our work on www.vmqp.com. When you are ready, please contact us so we can send you a quilt in honor of Tracy. God Bless.