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Betty INMAN
October 21, 2022
Thank you for loaning us your son, and for his service in helping to keep our country a free nation. By the Grace of God we can remain that way!
Doug Mastriano
October 18, 2019
I am so sorry for the loss of Steven. His love of our country, and willingness to defend our freedoms much never be forgotten.
Senator Doug Mastriano
June Smithers
October 20, 2018
It has been 13 years, your family are always in our hearts and prayers. Never forgottten.
USMC Mom of Wayne Byron
June & Walt Smithers
June Smithers
May 29, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers with Steven's family.
June & Walt Smithers
Wayne Byron's parents
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Charlie Gili
October 8, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Szwydek Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Steven W. Szwydek US Marine Lance Corporal . 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. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
October 20, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Steven W. Szwydek:
Please accept my remembrance of Steven on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
May 30, 2011
We will never forget your love for your country nor your bravery. You are a true hero and touched the lives of so many. From the sister of a fellow Marine who got to make the last trip home, Thank you! God Bless your family and all those who have given their lives for this country.
Sincerly,
M. Hibdon
J S
March 31, 2011
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Szwydek, I recently spoke with three Marines who served with Steven in Iraq - White Section. They all recalled not just what a great Marine he was, but how happy and good-natured a man he was. Like you, they remember his everpresent smile. I will keep Steven in my prayers. I'm sure you know his place will always be among America's great patriots. My own son enjoys our freedoms because of men like your son.
February 13, 2011
Find some comfort in knowing he is remembered. So sorry for the loss. May he rest in peace.
Kimmi Seibert
October 21, 2010
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.
Peggy Childers
October 20, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Steven W. Szwydek:
Remembering Steven 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
kimmi seibert
November 2, 2009
Mike, Nancy, & Cory, I think of you all often.. I know the loss of Steven will always be painful, but he will always be your son the hero.. Please email me. [email protected] Love, Kimmi, Heather,Halley, Hillary
Nancy Szwydek
October 21, 2009
We have been so fortunate to meet so many people throughout the last four years who have been there to support us and help us through the bad time and celebrate the good times. As a parent, I can truly say that it doesn't get better, and sometimes it feels even worse than the first day, but we continue to go on as Steven would have wanted us to knowing that he died for an honorable cause. He is and will always be my hero and friend.
June Smithers
October 20, 2009
It has been 4 years, since Steven gave the ultimate sacrifice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and slways. June and Walt Smithers, Gy Sgt Wayne Byron's parents.
Peggy Childers
October 13, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Steven W. Szwydek:
Steven 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
Kenna Larra
May 28, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Megan Carpenter
October 23, 2008
I just wanted to thank you for serving our country while you was with us! I'm sure you would have made a wonderful officer one day, but now your a officer of the heavens for your fallen brothers!!. Again, Thank you for being a Marine in the United States, and doing what you always wanted to do. May god bless, and look over your family..that gives them strength knowing your above looking over them..keeping them safe at all times. Take care..
Peggy Childers
October 23, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. Steven W. Szwydek:
Steven 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
June Smithers
October 22, 2008
Thinking of you and your family.
Always,
June Smithers, Wayne Thomas Byron's Mom
In Memory of Steven ~ (Debra Estep)
October 20, 2008
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 Steven, 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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August 4, 2008
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Szwydek,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My name is Maggie Selzer, and I am directing ‘Run for the Fallen 5K run/walk’ in Boalsburg, PA (just outside of State College) on August 24th, 2008. The event, held on the PA military Museum grounds, aims to keep alive the memory of all fallen soldiers, but particularly those from PA. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations that support the families of fallen soldiers and supports wounded soldiers.
I encourage you to learn more about the event at www.freewebs.com/runforthefallen5k/
index.htm.
The event is meant to keep alive the memories of brave women and men like Lance Cpl. Szwydek.
If you have any questions, or would like to send a memory of Lance Cpl. Szwydek to be included with the flag memorial that will be set up at this event, please contact me at (814) 571-8755 or [email protected].
May 11, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Szwydek!
Nancy Szwydek
December 27, 2007
It's Christmastime again. We miss you so much. Arlington was beautiful with all the wreaths and Christmas decorations. Your twin nephews were so good on Christmas. I just know you were with them helping them to enjoy each and every moment of their life. I thought over time, the pain would ease. I was wrong. I still expect you to walk through the door with that awesome smile. I know that will never happen, but I like to imagine it. We have slowed down a little and take time to enjoy life and family. We will see you again, and you'll meet us that that smile. Until then, we will go on. Your brothers in arms continue to look out for us. You are our hero and we love you.
August 17, 2007
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!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 23, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Szwydek and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
Diane Johnson
May 28, 2007
I'd like to make a contribution to the memorial fund you've established for your son Steven = as a small way to honor him - and his service to our nation. God Bless his work - and his duty and service to make this world a better place. Pls. let me know how I can contribute to the amazing program you've established in his name - as a way of conveying the history of our nation and those individuals - like your son - who have made it great.
-Diane Johnson
Ridgefield, CT
Diane Johnson
May 28, 2007
I'd like to make a contribution to the memorial fund you've established for your son Steven = as a small way to honor him - and his service to our nation. God Bless his work - and his duty and service to make this world a better place. Pls. let me know how I can contribute to the amazing program you've established in his name - as a way of conveying the history of our nation and those individuals - like your son - who have made it great.
-Diane Johnson
Ridgefield, CT
Nancy Szwydek
May 28, 2007
Memorial Day. We visited your gravesite yesterday. The sun was shining and the visitors were plenty. Your body rests in a beautiful place of honor. So many people care and consistenty provide us with strength. We'll see you one day. Until then, always know how proud we are of you and how much we love you.
Mom and Dad
keith thatcher
March 12, 2007
WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU STEVEN
Nancy Szwydek
December 23, 2006
Christmas is here. We still mourn and cry for our loss, but can't help but know that you are rejoicing. Never a day goes by that we don't talk about you, think about you and wish we could see you. You will always be with us in our hearts until we meet again. You would have expected us to go on living and enjoying every moment of life. We celebrate the holidays with family and friends. We love you and are so proud of you.
Nancy Szwydek
October 20, 2006
It's been 1 year since our lives were changed forever. We know you are in a better place and we'll see you one day. Until then, we will continue to miss you, love you, and never forget the man you are. You are our hero. We love you and are very proud of you.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
October 20, 2006
Steven, a year ago today you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. To the Szwydek family....I continue to visit Steven when visiting ANC. From the most inner part of my heart I am so sorry Steven was taken from you.
Gug
Garnet Jenkins
October 20, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Marine, Lance Cpl. Steven W. Szwydek, on this first anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace Steven, in God's Loving Care and may God's Healing Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Szwydek family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 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 the memories of Steven, live in your heart always.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
August 7, 2006
Mike, it was an honor meeting you today at Arlington National Cemetery. I am at ANC two and three times a week and each time I am there I always stop by and visit/honor Steven.......Know that he is my hero and that he will NEVER be forgotten. I promise you each time I am at ANC I will visit Steven.
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 30, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. THERE JUST AREN'T ENOUGH WORDS HERE ON EARTH TO EASE YOUR SORROW I KNOW. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Nancy Szwydek
April 16, 2006
Hey Bud,
We went to Arlington today for sunrise services. The weather was beautiful and we walked to your grave site. We miss you so much but know you had a great Easter Sunday. It was a tough day for us. The last time we spent time together as a family was last Easter. It was so good to see everyone again, but something was missing. Happy 21st birthday. We love you,
Mom and Dad
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 20, 2006
While I was at Arlington National Cemetery visiting several fallen heroes I stopped by and prayed for Steven, your family, and friends. Steven you are a hero and won’t be forgotten.
My heart to heart hugs to each of you. Formally from PA.
Tom
Josh and April Morales
February 14, 2006
To Steven's family and friends-
My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.
They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-
The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor
2/6 WPNS
KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05
Pat Mounce
January 30, 2006
Dear Szwydek family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My family knows exactly how you feel, because we lost our Marine in July 2005 by IED. Steven, like my son Blake, is an Anerican Hero. We thank you for Steven and for his service. I know that you are proud of Steven. Our families have a right to be because of our boys. You are in our prayers.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 29, 2006
To the Steven Szwydek family. Yesterday (Saturday January 28) while I was at Arlington National Cemetery visiting several other fallen heroes I stopped and spent some time at Steven's burial place. I prayed for him and for each of you. He will not be forgotten.
My deepest sympathy in your loss.
Tom
crystal leopard
January 28, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss and i am very proud of your son for serving our country. It is because of him and others like him that my little girls have their freedom. Lance Cpl. Szwydek thank you and may you rest in peace!
proud aunt of Lance Cpl. Kenneth James Butler
KIA IRAQ 10/21/05
Henryk Zaleski (USN Ret)
January 28, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
J and T
January 27, 2006
Rest in Peace Tufelhunden
*T* Sister of a fallen Marine
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 18, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Szwydek family in the loss of your dear son and hero Steven. I did not know your son, ( I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 52 yrs.) but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man. 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.
I send each of you a hug from my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
PAM BOLAND
November 29, 2005
I DID'NT KNOW YOUR SON, PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. HE WAS WITH MY NEPHEW SSGT RICK PUMMILL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. WE LOST THREE HERO'S THAT DAY. I KNOW RICK WAS DOING WHAT HE LOVED & BELIEVED IN FREEDOM. IT IS'NT AN EASY WAY TO PAY FOR FREEDOM.
PAM BOLAND
November 29, 2005
I DID,NT KNOW YOUR SON,PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. HE WAS WITH NEPHEW SSGT RICK PUMMILL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. WE LOST THREE HERO'S THAT DAY. I KNOW RICK WAS DOING WHAT HE LOVED & BELIEVED IN FREEDOM. IT IS'NT AN EASY WAY TO PAY FOR FREEDOM.
Jordan Touchard
October 30, 2005
I am glad to have a cousin as proud and as brave as steven. Rest in Peace, we'll meet again
Johanna McDonough
October 28, 2005
Michael and Nancy, Words cannot express how heartbroken I was to hear about Steven's death. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know he is in heaven with God and those who love him. Johanna and Mike McDonough
Jennifer Smith (Souders)
October 27, 2005
I remember Steven as a small child when I used to visit your home. It sounds like he turned into a wonderful young man whom anyone would have been priveleged to have known. I'm truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Seibert
October 27, 2005
Kim and I are proud to have known Steven, however briefly in our lives. He played with our daughter, Heather, when they were infants. Our daughter just got married; Steven's sacrifice made her wedding possible. Thank you, Michael and Nancy for raising such a fine young man. I'm sure Jane was waiting there to present him to our Lord.
KIMMI SEIBERT
October 27, 2005
I AM DEFINETLY AT A LOSS OF WORDS, I AM SOOO SORRY TO HEAR THE NEWS OF STEPHEN, BUT I HAVE READ MANY SITES ON THE WEB TO FIND OUT THAT HE WAS A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN. HE HAS MADE YOU PROUD! I HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU ABOUT THE ARRANGEMENTS FOR HIM. LOVE TO YOU, CORY AND NANCY.. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS JOHN, KIMMI, HEATHER, HALLEY, AND HILLARY SEIBERT
Yolanda Valdez
October 25, 2005
Another Fallen Hero ---- My deepest condolences and prayers go out to your entire family.
I’m thankful for the Service, Courage, Bravery and Determinination to fight for our country, our freedom from you, my son and all the other men & women in our armed forces. You all will not be forgotten. Thank you.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Very Proud Marine Mom
(Lance Cpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
Maureen and Family
October 25, 2005
HEAVEN’S DOOR
If I should go before you,
if life on earth were through;
I will stop just inside Heaven's door,
and there I will wait for you.
You have but to look across star filled skies
Past the moon and then beyond
To know my leaving could never break,
This heart's undying bond.
And if you should go before me,
If your journey on earth were through;
You know I will be close behind,
I will never be far from you.
Across the span of time and space,
This love will reach this far;
For you will always carry a bit of my heart,
No matter where you are.
We have no way of knowing who will remain,
Or who will go on before;
But if I should go first, you will find love there.
I will be waiting just inside Heaven's door.
Author Unknown
TAWANNA HENDERSON
October 24, 2005
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE SZWYDEK FAMILY. BE STRONG IN THE LORD.
Jamie Graves
October 23, 2005
God Bless ( Jamie,Navy wife)
Sondra Millman
October 23, 2005
To the Family of Lance Cpl. Szwydek, My heartfelt condolences.
We are just getting our lives back in order after losing our beloved Granddaughter, A1C Elizabeth N. Jacobson, who lost her life in Iraq, 9-28-05, but want you to know that your child will not be forgotten and hope that you will be as proud of him for serving as we were of Elizabeth. Without our children this Country would not be what it is today, whether from the first War for freedom until today's wars, we give our lives so Freedom can be obtained. I wish it was different, but unfortunately, it is going to be someone's loved one. May G-d bless our troops, and hopefully, someday Freedom and Peace will reign.
Virginia Williams
October 23, 2005
May God bless you in a very special way, as He took a very special person from this world to be with Him. I thank God every day for men like your son who are willing to fight for our freedom and the freedom of oppressed nations. I know Steven has made a difference in every life he has touched. God bless everyone in his family
Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they
protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they
perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus,
our Lord and Savior. Amen.
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