Tavarus D. Setzler Obituary

Encountering the story of Tavarus, a fellow soldier who bore my name and shared the profound experience of serving two tours in Iraq, served as a poignant reminder of the depth of impact that military service can have. Tragically, Tavarus made the ultimate sacrifice in combat, reinforcing the profound depth of my already deeply impacted perspective on war and service.

Rest in Heaven, Tavarus, and may your memory endure as a testament to the profound sacrifices made by those who serve.

Brave brave brave that's my cousin I never met him but I'm so sorry. I live in Jax FL my last name is setzler to God bless I know he's in heaven. kengy setzler.uncle Neal's son

Tavarus will always be in my heart for a few strong reasons. He and I are fellow Americans who both enlisted as U.S. soldiers. Jacksonville was his home, and it has been my home for eighteen years.

I admire Tavarus because he volunteered for active military duty at a time of war, even when the people closest to him asked him to stay with them. There can be no appreciation for war, but I was told that Tavarus acted on his conviction and principle of service to a cause which he believed to be worthy of his fullest effort.

I carry respect and admiration for Tavarus Setzler in my heart. Tavarus' young adult life epitomized service to others.

I will never forget your sacrifice. Always in my heart and mind on this day brother. Thank you.

On oct 2 our route clearance convoy was struck by and EFP taking the life of PFC Tavarus D. Setzler. I was gunning in the vehicle following his vehicle. I remember Setzler on this day because if my vehicle would have been targeted I would not be here today. We both were gunning and I could have easily been the target.

I will never forget you!

GreatGuns Tx Tavarus PFC is my senior herdsire at Briers Simmental Ranch. He is named after PFC Tavarus D. Setzler. I was a civilian working with the Department of Defense in southern Iraq in 2008. Our team, named Team Borlaug, was working in Maysan Province when Tavarus was killed. YOUR Tavarus will live on in my herd of registered, Simmental cattle. I think of Tavarus and pray for his family EVERY TIME I see my bull Tavarus or his many calves.

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

I remember hanging out with you every once in a while on base at Fort Hood. I will remember you always. I wear an armband in your memory. You will never be forgotten, my friend

To the family and friends of Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler:
Remembering Tavarus 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

My heartfelt sympathy to the Setzler family and friends in the loss of Tavarus. I did not know Travarus, 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. Travarus 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~

i miss my big cuz and he will always be my favorite cuzin luv u and R.I.P. and remember i will always luv u.

I miss my big cuz i mean i did not even get to see him before he died but i am trying to stay strong every since my big cuz died my life have been a mess and i wish i could just see him one more time just to tell him that i luv him R.I.P. big cuz i luv u and u will always be my favorite cuzin luv u.

To the family of Pfc. Tavarus Setzler on behalf of the Seamans Family, Dave, Monica and Ashley we would like to extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of a true hero. We too share a similiar loss for our son and brother Pfc. Timothy J. Seamans US Army was KIA on August 18, 2005. Know that we will forever keep Tavarus and his family in our hearts and prayers. He now walks with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ along side his other Band of Brothers gone before him. May God Bless You and Keep You, May He Shine His Everlasting Light Upon You Always.

In Christ Love and Peace,

Dave, Monica and Ashley Seamans

I offer my deepest condolences for your loss.

Will always have my lil brother in my dreams

I will never forget the fun we had before what happend, you are always with us while we roll out on missions, and we always talk about you, you will never be forgoten by us, God bless and we miss you man. Engineers Lead the Way

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

I miss you so much nuk- nuk words cant express how much I do, even though we were cousins by marriage, I still remember those fond memories of us growing up together, I know your in a better place now, and you will always be remembered, To my auntie Mary you are one of the strongs women I know and I will always love you, you raised a good son... R.I.P baby boy.. see ya when I get there

Love your cousin(s) Andria ,Re-Re, Marcus and Marquez

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Tavarus. I had known Tavarus for every year that I was apart of Lee NJROTC. If you ever needed someone to brighten your day you could always look to him. Always with a smile or a joke to be said. It was a privilege to know and be his friend. You will always be missed bruh. Be our guardian angel and watch after us all.
Robert E. Lee NJROTC C/O 2005

To the family of Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler:
Tavarus 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

My condolences to the family of Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler. May they know that there are many, many people who are grieving with them; and that care very deeply about them.

Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

To the family and friends of fallen hero PFC Setzler....I am so deeply sorry for your loss. May God bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. He will not be forgotten. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.

Dear Family of Tavarus D. Setzler

My prayers go to you. Last November 5, 2007 My family stood were you stand now. Sgt. Carletta S. Davis gave her life along with several other military conrades. As a mother I tell you to look in the scriptures. The flesh tells you other things, but you stand on God's word for God sent a comforter and we have to accept these words of comfort:
Use your time to take care of the things that Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler would have wanted. Build family relationships with kindness, gentleness, love, Self-control. Christ came to tell us about times like these. And I hope you will cling to God's unchanging hand. Get strong in Christ!! you should meet Them in the air!!!Sincerely Love you Lavada Napier [email protected]

I have an odd request, but one that I offer with lots of emotion and conviction. First, let me explain a bit of who I am and the background that led me to this request of you.

The U.S. Department of Defense contracted with Texas A&M University to provide a dozen experts in agriculture to advise them on agricultural redevelopment in Iraq. In turn, then, Texas A&M conducted a search to identify those people. I was one of the lucky ones who was chosen and subsequently volunteered to come to Iraq to provice advice and plans for Multinational Division-Center on agricultural needs of Iraq. Our territory to assess encompasses 9 provinces of Iraq south of Bagdad, including Maysan (Missan) Province, the capital of which is Amarah, and the major Army base which is FOB GarryOwen. Our team has been in country for five months. In our exactly 150 days in country as of October 26, we have been "outside the wire" 100 days. Each and every time we go out, we are protected by U.S. servicemen and women who put their lives on the line to ensure our safety and ultimately a better life for Iraqis.

In early October, three of the team members separated off from others and headed to FOB GarryOwen in Maysan Province, near Amarah. We arrived on October 4. On October 6, we were honored and humbled to attend the memorial service for PFC Tavarus D. Setzler of Jacksonville, FL. It was a moving tribute to a warrior and a hero. Many tough men openly wept for the loss of their friend, their ally, their hero. While the three of us did not meet PFC Setzler, we were deeply moved by the memorial service. I vowed then to do something to honor Tavarus. The newspaper account of his funeral in Jacksonville says he was known among friends there as "Nuk Nuk." His friends here called him "Setz." His friends recalled his quiet demeanor punctuated by laughter and teasing and comraderie as he warmed to people and took them into his fold. He was indeed loved by his fellow soldiers.

Now, back to my vow: I am a professor in a department focusing on agriculture. I also raise registered, fullblood, full Fleckvieh-strain Simmental cattle. Last week, I bought a new herd sire. He was unnamed. I bought him from one of the most highly-regarded Fleckvieh Simmental herds in the western hemisphere--from Great Guns Texas Fleckvieh Simmentals. I have requested that he be named as follows:

Great Guns TX Tavarus PFC.

He will be my herd sire for several years. I hope that he will have numerous offspring that will be registered in the herdbook of the American Simmental Association. Their sire will be "Tavarus."
As they have offspring and are registered, the offspring will have as a grandsire "Tavarus."

I realize that this may seem a bit weird or even disrespectful--to have a bull named after your son. I hope that you will approve my request. I can and will change his name if you would prefer that I not recognize your son, fiance, fellow church member in this way.

Finally, please know that Tavarus's life was NOT given in vain. He touched many lives. He provides strength and purpose for those of us whom he touched--in ways that even he might not have imagined. His death brought home to me vividly how tough things are but have important they are that we continue our efforts until we have what I believe Tavarus wanted--world peace and united praise of our Savior and God.

Peace,

Gary Briers

Family, parents, wife, please go to www.heropaintings.com or projectcompassion.com for a free oil painting of this hero. We continue in our efforts to give to the families of our heroes.
Sincerely
Kenna

I did not know Pfc. Setzler, but my husband said he was in our unit. They deployed to Iraq both in June. "Combat Engineers". The new soldiers in our unit all knew him and spoke very highly of him to my husband. I am sorry for your loss.

To the Family & Friends of Tavarus: My family and I thank you (Tavarus) for your service. May God protect those you left behind! Brittnie, remember God will never desert you, nor forsake you, Tavarus' angel will be watching over you. Family, God will wipe away every tear from your eyes, and there will be no more death, sadness, crying, or pain, because all the old ways are gone. With our deepest sympathy. Friends of Mrs. Chikeeta Jones.

Thank you for your service Tavarus. You are a hero. May God keep your family comforted.

I just want to thank the family of Pfc Tavarus for raising such a wonderful role model and for raising him to believe there is something in America worth fighting for and protecting. Thank you PFC Tavarus, Family, and Friends, my prayers are with you all.
Rest in Peace PFC Tavarus, enjoy that GLORIOUS place truly called HOME! If we could we would follow you but it's just that Our Father is not finished with us yet so we will meet you there.

My deepest sympathies to the family of Pfc.Tavarus D. Setzler.Heroe' are never forgotten and are always missed by loved ones.Tavarus thankyou for your service to this great country.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

To the family of Pfc. Setzler my heart goes out to you in this very difficult time. Being a Gold Star mother myself I know the pain you are enduring at this time. Thank you Pfc. Setzler for your sacrifice, you are a true american hero. Rest in peace now soldier you deserve it. Go rest high on that mountain. Phyllis Broomfield proud mom of Lt. Johnny Craver KIA 10/13/06

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

The family does not know me but I met T at FT Leonard Wood Mo with his best battle buddy and "brother" Quentin Steele. Q and T, the two smartest, funniest, and most motivated battles. A week before him and Q shipped we all sat in the PX drinking ice coffee and laughing at the life of a Private especially at basic training. There was no fear then for the two to be going to Iraq. Just to do their job and come back home. Now I sit and look at the picture of my fallen brother and battle buddy. I am humbled. I ask that the Lord continue to bless his family and his fiance. I am grateful for the angel that I was blessed to meet. He has encouraged me to look to the Lord for my strength for so many times I have forgotten who my Father was. Thank you Tavarus aka T.. you will be missed by us all........

I SAY HOOAH and AMEN

Everyone knows that GOD doesn't make any mistakes! We all know that many are called, but only a FEW are chosen. Tavarus may not be here in the physical, but his "Spirit" is certainly around the ones that he loved as well as those who truly loved him.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Baker / Setzler Family. I had the pleasure of attending Tavarus' "Home Going Ceremony" and it was truly a home going. Everyone needs to remember that Tavarus had a "Calling" and he "Answered". Tavarus showed his bravery by enlisting in the military knowing the risk. So with that, I thank him!

Sometimes you wonder about where our love ones will spend eternity, and with Tavarus, we don't have to wonder. If you knew Tavarus, you know that he is "Sitting Up High" SMILING down on us!

There's not one bad thing that anyone can say about him; but there are a few GOOD things that I can say:
A Christian / Man Of God
A Gentleman
Brave
Faithful
Honest
Loved
Happy
Dedicated
Diligent
Hardworking
Respected & Respectful
Protector

PFC Tavarus D. Setzler a.k.a. "Nuk-Nuk" will always be ...

A Son
A Brother
A Friend
A Fiancé / Husband
A Soldier For His Country & His Lord
A True American Hero
And an "Angel"!

i have seen pfc setzler many time when i would go to the base to pick up my son in law. the last time i saw tavarus was the day they were leaving to go to iraq. I am sending my love and prayers to the family. My heart and love is with u all

i'm having a hard time with this. i knew him because he and my son were in rotc together. i'm sorry and hope the family stay strong and his mother for having such a brave and fine young man.

Me and my family are so sorry to hear that this happened. You will be truely missed. May God bless you guys. Tavarus R.I.P.

A true American hero.God bless Tavarus and his family

MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF TAVARUS,HE WAS A SPECIAL YOUNG MAN,HE WAS FIGHTING FOR OUR COUNTRY AND FREEDOM.GOD BLESS YOU ALL FOR SUCH A FINE YOUNG MAN..HE IS WITH OUR HEAVENLY FATHER NOW..MAY HE ALSO BE WITH YOU ATR THIS TIME OF GRIEF
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU,SHIRLEY JAX FL

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

I cant tell you how sorry I am for your loss. As a parent of one of these brave young men, I am daily reminded that the very next one could be my child. I pray for each and every one of those young men every single day several times a day and i have cried buckets each and every time I have found out about one of our boys. PLease know that you are not alone in your grief and that all of us soldiers parents are with you in spirit and in prayer. I thank you and your son with all my heart for your service to me and my country. Jerra Akers

May the Lord guide you and hold you with in his arms at this time of Grief. He was truly a hero and I know in my heart he was welcomed home with open arms... May your memories keep you and allow your heart to heal... Thank you Tavarus, for being our hero.....

My deepest prayers go out to the Setzler family. I did not know him personally but his brother Shawn and I graduated together in '04. I remember seeing him around in school and he was always so quite. I just wanted to let this family know to stay strong and know that Tavarus is in a better place and that he died for a good reason- protecting us all.

I did not know Tavarus but wanted to extend my condolences to his family! Please know that his sacrifice is appreciated by many and will not be forgotten!

To the family of Tavarus Setzler. I did not get to know him, but I feel I do because he gave his life protecting this country. You have my prayers and deepest sympathy. The Lord will comfort and strength you when you feel like you can't make it. May God Bless and keep you.
Mother of a Soldier serving in Iraq

Brittnie and the family of this American Hero,
Be blessed in the love and prayers that surround you. May they comfort your hearts. You can hold your head high knowing that the man you loved offered the ultimate sacrifice for what he believed in.
Peace and Blessings,

To the family of Tavarus. May god be with you. I was a classmate of Tavarus' in Baldwin Florida. All the memories of his quietness will always be apart of the personality of the Tavarus I knew. Please know that he may not be here with us physically, but always in everyones heart. Mrs. Mary, our family is praying for you and the rest of your family.

I'm so sorry for your loss. May GOD strenghten you through this hard time.

To the family and parents of Tavarus 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

goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com

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

Dear Family and Friends of our country's fallen hero: I did not know Tavarus but read about his sacrifice in todays paper. I'm a Lee graduate from 1970. Thank you so much, Tavarus, for your bravery and dedication. Because of you we are safe today. You, your family and friends are in my prayers and thoughts. May the comfort of grateful strangers help ease your pain and sorrow as we, too, grieve your great loss. God Bless you all and God Bless America! Thank you again, Tavarus, for your protection and ultimate sacrifice! May you rest in Eternal Peace.

May our LORD JESUS continue to be with you each day. I am truly sorry for the lost of your son. He gave his life that we may be free and for that I am ever thankful. My prayers will be with you each day.

Gone but not forgotten. God bless you and your family.

Courage is what this young Soldier had. It's not easy getting on the roads of Iraq every day, but yet PFC Setzler didn't hesitate to do his duty. R.I.P you won't be forgotten. From all of us at Eco FSC 2-7 CAV, FOB Garry Owen. GOD BLESS

To the Setzler Family, I offer my deepest condolences... I did not know Tavares personally but I knew his brother Shawn and we graduated together in 2004. My heart and prayers are with your family. Thank you Tavarus for the most honorable sacrifice. "God only takes the best" May the family find peace with God and know that Tavarus is in a better place where suffering is not known.

He was a true HERO. So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

May God bless this fine young hero, and bless and protect his family in this painful time.

I SEND MY PRAYERS OUT TO THE FAMILY OF TAVARUS SETZLER..YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.ONLY GOD HAND PICKS HIS CHOSEN ANGELS AND TAVARUS WAS ONE OF THEM...GOD BLESS.

To Brittnie, and the family of Mr. Tarvarus Setzler, May God be with you. Always remember that God is too wise to make an mistake. Be strong, be encouraged for God is not done with you all yet.

I paid my respects and rendered honors today to Tavarus Setzler. I am a student at VP-30 at NAS JAX. Rest in peace, Tavarus. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, fiance, and friends. God Bless.

GOD BLESS THE SETZLER FAMILY!

Dead but not Gone.
Can't touch you but still feel your presents.
Still love you no matter where you go.
~LOVE YOU T~

To the Setzler family
My deepest condolences and my prayers are with you

May your soul rest in peace and may God bless all the falling heros of this Great nation. I pray that God will bless you and your family.

(NJROTC 2002-2006)R.I.P Tavarous it was good to have a friend like you. You was like a brother and a mentor, may you rest peacefully in the arms of the lord, My prays are with you and your family.

rip bro, you will be truly miss
ALL FROM ROBERT E. LEE HIGH

Lil Mary, You raised a beautiful and brave young man. He is with the Lord now and that is the only comfort that you can hold on to at this time. God's Grace and Mercy will be with you in this difficult time. I love you and try to be strong.

Though words cannot express the thoughts the heart would like to say, Still may you know that others care and sympathize today.

We're here to assist in any way needed. Please feel free to contact me anytime.

Joe "Hot Wing" Tillmon, President

I extend my deepest Sympathy to the Setzler family. I am very sadden for the lost of a HERO. The last time I had spoken to Tavarus (Nuk-Nuk), was at Lee High at a football game. Thanks Mary for raising a brave and dedicated young man, in which I am priviledged to have known. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. I did not know him but sure he is like his brother Jimmie which is truly a outstanding young man. I am proud to know that we have outstanding young men fighting for our freedom and appreciate all of the sacrifice they make for all of us. I will keep your family in our prays.

My heart felt sympathy goes out to your family. My son and daughter inlaw are also with the 4th ID out of Ft. Hood based at Camp Taji Iraq. I am not sure if my son knew your son personally. Like all of our fallen brothers in uniform, what Tavarus gave for his country is the ultimate sacrifice. Only 2 people in the history of the world have laid down there lives for that of there fellow man. Our savior Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. My God bless you and keep you in your time of great sorrow.

To the family of Pfc. Tavarus D Setzler. My heart goes out to you at this time. I hope it brings some comfort to you that so many people have you in their prayers. May God bless you.

Tavarus , I just wanted to say thank you for your brave and honorable service to a grateful nation, a nation in mourning for our fallen hero’s. You like so many other sailors and soldiers chose to serve our nation when needed most and with your life you protected the very core of what America stands for. My nephew PFC Aaron J. Ward also made that sacrifice on 5/6/2008 when he was killed in action in Iraq. As I mourn for my nephew I mourn for you and so many other brave soldiers and know that you all will forever be in my thoughts and prayers, we as a nation will never forget you. I stand tall and salute you Tavarus and from the bottom of my heart I thank you for the nights we at home could sleep without fear and know that we are safe. To the Setzler family, words cannot express the pain we now share, but our families will forever have a bond and we will be thinking of Tavarus and your family and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. Please accept my heart felt condolences and my prayer that god help you cope with this tragic loss and may the memories of your HERO carry you through each day. From one Gold Star family to another!

To the Setzler Family please accept my condolences in your time of need my thoughts and prayers are with you
Judy C Spivey (Jacksonville)

To the Setzler Family please accept my condolences in your time of need my thoughts and prayers are with you
Judy C Spivey (Jacksonville)

Lil Mary, Shawn, and Princess and all the Family:
I am sadden to learn of your lost. I pray that God will carry you through these trying times. I am pround of PVT Setzler. You are to be commended for the great job you did. People say, nothing good comes out of Hollybrook Apts. But you are an example. My son also in in Iraq, this is his second tour. Those boys could have made other choices, but they chose to serve their country. To protect us. And for that I am grateful. It appears your son did the same thing mine did. But as I tell him everytime I talk to him. I support his choices as long as they are positive. So, hold your head up and be proud. "Weeping may endureth for a moment but JOY cometh in the morning. I love you guys and will forever keep you in prayer. Call me.

Derek Kennedy(Robert E. Lee HS Navy JROTC 2002-2003) and family would like to offer our condolences to the Setzler family in this time of mourning. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you all the best in your time of loss.
" I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth...The lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore." PSALMS 121

To: Sharon Setzler and Family
To whom much is given, much is required. Sharon you are so special to me and my family. Iam here for you in this time of sorrow you are like a mother to me and a Grandmother to my daughter. I pray that God cast his angels upon you and know that God is God. I love you sister in christ and to the family hold your heads up and keep trusting in our Lord and Savior.

Erica, Nadia and Ja'mari

To the Setzler family,

I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Tavarus' 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
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04

Please accept my condolences on the passing of Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler. Pfc. Setzler is an American hero and his sacrifice will not be forgotten.

To the Setzler,ane the Melton Family
To my family keep your head up,To my big sister Lil Mary you did a great job rasing your four children I give you the highest praise being a single parent that is a hard job,Keep your head up that's what your baby would have wanted he's okay he did a job well done... My God be the Glory Travarus A.K.A Nuk,Nuk you will be truly missed.Rest on my brother rest on

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 Pfc Tavarus D. Setzler our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Tavarus. And to Tavarus it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the ultimate sacrifice he made in combat while serving the U.S. Army and his country. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Tavarus, you are a brave 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 1,409 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Tavarus’s family and loved ones.

Dennis N. Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

Tavarus man it seems like yesterday I remember when we was in JROTC Color Guard at Lee together. You will be greatly missed. To the family I am deeply sorry for your lost. Know that Tavarus "NUK NUK" is in a place where there is no more pain and suffering. He is with his Maker now. We train for a lot of thing in the military, but we do not train on losing a son, a friend, a brother, an uncle, a nephew, a husband, a Soldier. I love you bruh. I know you will watch over us. Until we meet again...

My thoughts and prayers are with you and every family that has lost someone that is fighting for our freedom.

Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

To the family of PFC Tavarus D. Setzler. I can't even express my heart felt gratitude for your son's service and sacrifice. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you. My son, PFC Douglas Hensel, served with Tavarus and he sends his condolences as well. You will be in our thoughts and prayers always.

TO MY SISTER LIL MARY,
YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB RAISING SHAWN,JIMMY MACK, TAVARUS AND PRINCESS. TO GOD BE THE GLORY FOR THE THINGS HE HAS DONE. LIL MARY NUK-NUK IS WITH HIS MASTER NOW AND THEY BOTH ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO HAVE HAD SOMEONE LIKE YOU TO LOVE AND CARE FOR HIM, I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL VELMA

To the Setzler family:

I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless you and your family in your time of need. Thank you for allowing your son to serve our country. I am the mother of an army soldier and I greatly understand. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless.

I am so sorry for your loss. May the happy memories of Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler remain in your heart always. From one military family to another who has a spouse currently serving in Iraq. May you find peace and strength at this time. We will never forget the sacrifice and service your soldier has done for our country.
Pfc. Tavarus D. Setzler is a True American Hero!

Dearest Family of Pfc. Setzler,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that you are not alone.
Ps. 23:6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Jeanne Bifulk- Mother of three soliders.

My condolences to the family of Tavarus Setzler:
Even though I worked with him for a short time I came to realize that he truly was the epitome of what a strong young man should be.
Not only did he have a really big and open heart but he had a spirit with a heart of gold.
And to Tavarus's mother, I thank you for your gift of life that you gave this young man and please take comfort in knowing that he can now watch over
to protect you and your family as he did his country. We all are blessed for having been able to know him even if only for a short time.

Kathy Adams

Godspeed, Soldier. Thank you for your service and your ultimate sacrifice from a grateful citizen of our great nation. God bless the family of this brave young man. May you find comfort in God's grace and the knowledge that in His time, and according to His plan, you will be reunited with Tavarus in the kingdom of heaven.

To The Family, May God continue to watch over you during your time of grief. I Honor you Tavarus for putting your life on the line to protect our Country. "I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms."Eph. 2:6

I am deeply saddened at the loss of this brave young soldier, a hero. My heart goes out to you at this time an in the days ahead. May your memories bring you some comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of my nephew
Lance Cpl James Davenport KIA Al Anbar Province