Kyle P. Norris Obituary

We found a metal bracelet on a Hawaiian beach. It appears to be a memorial bracelet with his name on it. We would like to return it to its owner.

I miss you cousin Kyle very very very very much.

I miss you cousin Kyle I will remember you in the future.

I miss you my uncle I wish you could be here and watch me grow up. You are forever in my heart!! Hope to see you soon!!!!!! I will always love you!!!!

Kyle, I miss you dearly. You are always and forever in my heart. You are Family and I love you. You are my Hero! You will never be forgotten!

To the family and friends of Pfc. Kyle P. Norris:
Please accept my remembrance of Kyle on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

"We began to line up in the hallway across from OR 1 and 2. We form two lines on both sides of the wall and around the corner. The rickshaw and stretcher go past us to OR1. The new chaplain almost faints as she stands inside the OR to give last rights. Leaning against the wall waiting for his turn is a young airman holding the tri-fold American flag in his crossed arms. I know its his first time. We are called to attention and all is quiet. The stretcher comes out, the 'Hero quilt' covers the black bag underneath. The Chaplain, her composure returned, begins the 23rd Psalm, as the Ceremonial Unit drapes him with the American Flag. The only other sound other than her quiet voice is the hum of pumps and the steady beep, beep, beep of a heart in OR2. Less than 10 feet away the young 22 year old who fought the good fight and gave his last full measure is remembered. His name is K*** and I know nothing more about him except that he is an American Soldier. Someones child, an American Child. He was to be second admission to the unit, my next patient. Each movement by the soldiers as they cover the young American is slow and precise as we render our salute. Quiet....'And I will dwell in the House of the Lord for ever.' For what its worth. 1LT. JB, 325th Combat Support Hospital, Balad. Iraq

To the family and friends of Pfc. Kyle P. Norris:
Remembering Kyle 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

klye is one of the sweetest guys i hve ever known when i heard about his death it shocked me. GOD BLESS YOU KYLE AND THE NORRIS FAMILY!

One year later. Know that you will NEVER be forgotten. Your family is in our hearts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time of year.

To the family of Pfc. Kyle P. Norris:
Kyle 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

My heartfelt sympathy to the Norris family and friends in the loss of Kyle. I did not know Kyle, 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. Kyle 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~

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Norris and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially sad to lose another member of the Buckeye state. May God bless all of the people who have been affected by the loss of Pfc Norris!

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Norris!

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

spec-4 Joseph A Materese, Im an army veteran and i feel as if I lost a brother . We will meet in heaven, god be with you and your family. You are a man of honor and courage. I salute you fellow soldier

To the family and parents of Kyle I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know 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 it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. 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 be with you and heal you.

In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR

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 thoughts & prayers are with you. Thank you Pfc Norris for your service. "You will never do anything in this world without courage. It is the greatest quality of the mind next to honor." Respectfully, Another Gold Star Family

Another family grieves the loss of a loved one. The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero. May God bring comfort to all of you. Thank you and rest in peace, Kyle.

To a fellow Military family, My heart goes out to you..I have a son serving in the Marines overseas right now..I can only imagine your pain..my prayers are with you.. may all of your wonderful memories of Kyle , help you through.
Beverly Davis
Mother of Sgt Ryan Hughes USMC

Family of Spec. Norris:
It is with great sympathy and many prayers we express our gratitude for your son's ultimate sacrifice. Our son is also serving currently in Iraq and no one can begin to understand your grief. Please know there are many that truly honor your son and the HERO he is to God and Country. God Bless you in the many difficult weeks ahead and may your memories bring you comfort.

To the family of PFC Norris, I would like to offer my deepest condolences. As an Army spouse I have seen alot of untimely deaths and it is sad to think that he had so much to live for , but was taken from this earth so suddenly. I'am from McConnelsville, OH and I wish that I could be there today to honor him as him procession passes through our town. My heart goes out to you all. I currently reside in Nashville, TN, but my Mother, Sister and nephews will be there today to honor Kyles memory. God Bless you and OUR FALLEN HERO!!!!!

To the family and friends of PFC Kyle Norris. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your son, Klye has made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our great nation free. What a Hero he is!

Jill Olnhausen, mother-in-law of a soldier serving in Iraq.
Blue Star Associate member

To the family of Pfc. Kyle Norris: My heart goes out to you for your loss. As a military mom I know that the death of a loved one is something one never wants to receive. I am saddened that it became a reality for your family. Your son was a special person for serving our nation during these difficult times because we know he didn't have to serve. He chose to serve because he loved you, and our country. HE SERVED WITH HONOR. May you take great pride in his service. May God grant you comfort and peace in your loving thoughts of Kyle in the days ahead. Sincerely,

To the family of PFC. Kyle P. Norris.. I am so sorry about the loss of your son, for I have a son in the Navy. My prayers and thoughts are with you always. Be strong, God Bless You.

Earth Sorrows, Heaven's Gian
To the families of Pfc. Kyle P. Norris.
May pace and comfort fine your sorrows a healing place for the loss of your beloved son, Soilder Kyle P. Norris
He's been chosen by the Highest.
God will ease the pain, sorrow, greif, and surround the family with much comfort in times needed most.
My condolences to the Family of Kyle P. Norris. With his wings he will soar amoung the stars.

To the family and friends of fallen hero PFC Norris....I am so sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.

Please remember as you go through this sad time that we, as well as many, many others around this state, this country, and indeed the world, are holding you up in their thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry about your loss, and are so grateful for Kyle's dedication to this nation.
Another military family (3 blue stars)

my heart goes out to the family and i feel your pain.

I would like to express my condolences to the Norris family and friend on the loss of their son. He was a true hero in every sense of the word. I am a 3-7 engineers mom from E Co. Even though we did not personally know Pfc. Norris he was in our collective family. Every loss hits home with us. We are also fellow Ohioans. God bless the Norris family and may God grant them peace and shower them with love in their time of grief.

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

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)

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

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Kyle, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

To The Family Of Kyle,
I am a former classmate of Kyle's Dad Wayne and was deeply sadden to hear of Kyle's death. He was a very sweet and kind young man when I spoke to him last. I'm so sorry and I know words will never be enough to ease the pain you all are going through right now, but I truely feel that Kyle was doing what he felt he wanted to do for his family and country and we are very proud to call our young men like Kyle one of our AMERICAN HEROES. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. God Bless and comfort you in this time of sorrow.

Dear Family and Friends of Kyle, We recently have been going through the same pain you are now going through, and want to offer our deepest sympathy. We support you and want you to know your son died a hero so that we all can have freedom. He will never be forgotten. The soldier I grieve for is my nephew Jesse Ault and on behalf of our family your are in our hearts and prayers. Gone but not forgotten, another hero! God Bless you all and all of our soldiers who remain.

I am sorry for your loss, I know he was a great guy for we will miss him at camp this year. I am praying for you and your family.

I am the wife of one of the soldiers who picked up your soldier. My soldier send his deepest apologies. His death has hit them very hard in the camp.

To the Norris family,

I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Kyles' 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.

Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04

Our families thoughts and prayers are with the Norris family, we recently lost our PFC Aaron J. Ward on 5/6/08 to hostile fire. Kyle will forever be in our hearts and memories like so many other young soldiers that paid the ultimate price. Thank you Kyle for your unselfish service to our great nation. God Bless you all.

To the family Norris,
I am truely sadden to hear of your loss. My step brother, SSGT. Jesse Ault was also killed by an IED in Iraq on April 9, 2008. My heart goes out to all of you. It is difficult to say goodbye to someone so young and still full of life. May God comfort you in this difficult time. Remember that Kyle died so we and others around this world could have the freedoms that we enjoy every day. Our hearts are with you and your family. Remember that God needed him more in heaven then here on earth. I am sure that Kyle and Jesse are in heaven sharing stories of their time in Iraq and of their families. God Bless you.

The loss of a loved one is never easy and sometimes the pain feels like its never going to go away. Kyle will forever watch upon us and he will help us through the troubled times ahead. May you rest in peace Kyle. Michael is sooo proud of you!

From our military family to yours, we would like to thank PFC Kyle Norris 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.

Father we entrust our brother Kyle to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Kyle in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.

Please know that as a mother of a Soldier; I'm grieving with you. As are so many, many others.

To the family of Kyle Norris, please accept my deepest condolences in the passing of your loved one. I can promise you the sacrifice Kyle made for me, my family and this great nation will never be forgotten. May God be with you during this difficult time. Hugs from Montclair, CA.

Dear Norris Family, The news of your tragic loss is oh so familiar to us. I lost my Nephew SSGT. Jesse Ault on April 9. He was also killed by an IED in Iraq. My heart goes out to your family. There are no words to say to make you feel better. Just know that your Soldier is a Hero. He died as Jesse did for all of mankind. He gave his life for all of us. We know that freedom is not free as they have paid the ultimate price for it. Please know that you are not alone. We are feeling your pain today as we hear of yet another life taken by this war. Our family will keep your family in our prayers as we know the agony you will experience in the coming days and weeks. If we can help you in any way, please let us know. God Bless you and God Bless Kyle as he rests in Gods hands.

I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Pfc Kyle P Norris. 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)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4

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

I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Pfc Kyle P. Norris. The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.

May Kyle rest safely now, in the Loving Hands of God and may the Healing Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Norris family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~

Sincerely hoping that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the difficult days ahead, as this Grateful Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A True American Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.