Jerald A. Whisenhunt Obituary

I knew Jerry as a little boy when I was married to his uncle. I just found this page and wanted to offer my heartfelt condolences to his widow and daughter. I pray time has given you peace. Thank you for the sacrifice you have made.

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt:
It has truly been my honor to sign Jerald'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 Jerald will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I knew Jerry a long time ago. I too am married to a solider in the Army. He has deployed 4 times now and I always think of Jerry when my husband Stephen leaves. Let God dwell in your hearts, for you will never be forgotten

I prayed for him

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt:
Always remembering Jerald. "Some gave all."

Today my wife and I participated in a Run/Walk for Fallen Soldiers at Lake of the Ozarks. I am proud to say that I walked in memory of Staff Sgt. Jerald Whisenhunt. He will never be forgotten. God Bless him and his family.

Jerry,

You will never be forgotten! God bless you for your sacrifice. Bull 6

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt:
Please accept my remembrance of Jerald on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

My son Tyler was in Iraq with you. I pray for all you guys every night. I know that you are in a better place, and my heart is with you. God Bless
John Burroughs

It has been two years since our family as well as the family of those the Passed at the same time that Jerald(Jerry) did. We miss and think of him everyday. Thank you for all for your thoughts and the remembering of Jerry!!

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt:
Remembering Jerald 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

It has been over a year although I am sure the wound the family bears is still fresh. I knew Jerry when I was married to his Uncle Dean. My deepest sympathy to all of the family. I just couldn't believe it when Dean let me know.

To the family of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt:
Jerald 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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I wanted to send my condolences to the family of Jerald Whisenhunt. I have gotten to know of his story through my connections with PFC Wes Hixon. I pray each day for you and your family and I am truly greatful for the sacrifice Jerald made. He is a true American hero and I wanted you to know there is a tribute to him on the webpage I made for Wes. Bless you all! www.pfcweshixon.com

DEAR WHISENHUNT FAMILY, I WAS SO VERY SORRY TO READ ABOUT JERRY. I KNEW RICK, JERRY, AND GLEN WHEN THEY LIVED IN LIBERTY. RICK AND I DROVE BUSES. I WAS MARI WINKLBAUER AT THE TIME. MY DAUGHTER AND JERRY WERE GOOD FRIENDS. I KNOW SHE FOUND HIM ON A CHAT LINE AND HAD TALKED TO HIM BEFORE HE WENT OVER. SHE WAS VERY SAD WHEN I TOLD HER BECAUSE SHE NEW OF HIS LITTLE GIRL. IWOULD HAVE WROTE SOMETHING SOONER BUT I ALSO LOST JENNIFER THIS YEAR HER LITTLE HEART JUST COULDN'T GO ANY MORE. SHE ALSO LEFT BEHIND A GIRL 11 AND A BOY 4. SO I UNDERSTAND HOW HARD IT IS FOR THE KIDS THE JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THEY ARE GONE. THATS THE PART THAT HURTS ME THE MOST. I HAVE SOME PICTUERS OF JERRY AND JENNIFER WHEN THEY WENT TO A SCHOOL DANCE WITH FRIENDS IF ANYONE OF YOU WOULD LIKE THEM. MY ADDRESS IS 6301 STATE AVE. LOT 68 KC.,KS 66102. I WOULD LOVE TO HERE FROM ANY OF YOU IF YOU WANT TO WRITE. TAKE CARE, AND I'LL KEEP YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAY FOR YOU.

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Whisenhunt and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Whisenhunt!

I'am Jerry's Uncle Dean. I never got the chance to tell Jerry how proud I was of him or that I love him. I have been missing him ever sense I got told that he was killed in action. I will never forget him and I will always love him. Her gave me a Great Niece, Ally. And his wife who any man would love to have. Both are strong and smart. JERRY I LOVE YOU AND I'LL MISS YOU.

I am the Wife of Glenn, Jerry's brother. Though I didn't get to know Jerry well, being we never could get stations close to each other. He will be sorely missed by us all. The times that we did get to spend with him will always be in my heart and mind. Thank you all for the Beautiful thoughts that you have put on here.

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

Thank you, my young hero, for caring so much and giving your all. May God greet you with open arms and comfort your family.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Whisenhunt family in the loss of Jerald. I did not know Jerald, 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. Jerald 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~

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

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 serve their country with honor. Freedom is not free.
With deepest regrets and sympathy

Jerry was my husband. He left behind a beautiful daughter and a family who is so proud. Words cannot describe our love for each other, our realationship seemed forever and meant to be. I am proud to have been married to such a brave and wonderful soldier. Thank you all for your comments and support. The amount of people who care about someone they never knew is overwhelming. Thank you.

The Johnson Family in Toledo, Ohio would like to send our deepest condolences for the loss of Jerry. We would like you to know that we are very proud of Jerry and what he did for our Country and he will never be forgotten. All of our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this tough time and my God help you all through this painful time.
(We are Glenn's family-in-laws, Dad, Laura and Jacob)

To Jerry's Family,
We send our deepest prayers and thoughts. May God wrap his arms around you and yours.

Prayers from a friend of Danielle

As a girlfriend of a soldier, I want to send my condolences. SSG Whisenhunt will be deeply missed by many. May God Bless you and your family

We care and share your sorrow and pride.

Betsy, I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Daniel and I both send our prayers. He wanted me to let you know how highly he thought of Jerry and what a wonderful mentor he had been in his life. Please let me know if I can do anything.

Dear family of SSG Jerald A. Whisenhunt, 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 Jerald, 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 SSG Jerald A. Whisenhunt. 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)

To the family and friends of SSG Whisenhunt...you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace during this difficult time and know that so many are praying for you. God Bless You.

To Jerrys family,

I served with Jerry at Fort Lewis and was a friend of his. We were in the same squad and he was my team leader at one point. My wife Jacey and I am very sorry and if anyone from his family needs any thing please let me know. [email protected]

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

From a 3rd cousin you never knew. Bless you for your service, peace to your wife, and family, and your grandmother Phyllis (my cousin). So very sorry for the loss of this man.

To the Whisenhunt family,

I know at this time there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Jeralds' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.

For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

A Proud Aunt
David Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 Iraq

With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Staff Sergeant Whisenhunt. 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 ...!!!

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

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

We would like to express our profound sympathies to the Family of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt. Our prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. My son was in the vehicle behind Jerald when this occurred. To say the least he was very shaken by what happened to Jerald and the other three heroes.
God bless you all with comfort!

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Staff Sgt Jerald A Whisenhunt. 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 his service. He will not be forgotten!

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

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)

My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt, with a Multitude of Thanks for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

The price Jerald 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 Whisenhunt 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 beautiful memories of times spent with Jerald.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.

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