Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears
Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears
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Jonathan R. Spears Obituary
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May 28, 2018
Son,
Today is the 12th Memorial Day since you left us. I can honestly say they haven't got any easier. I know you would be proud to know that all your friends haven't forgot you. There are alot of other folks you never got to meet that remember you sacrifice. I would still change places with you in a heart beat Son. I hope you and your sisters had a good visit today. Please tell your Mom hello and that I miss her very much. Tell Momo and Big Pa hello also. I guess thats enough for now Son. Please know I love and miss you so much.
Love you,
Dad
July 5, 2017
Tim,
I didn't know J.R. birthday was June 30th. I spent his birthday on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. Its a very spiritual place for me and I thought a lot about J.R while I was down there. I could feel his strength and spirit. To the Hopi Indians the Grand Canyon is very spiritual place we had butterflies following us around on June 30. It was magical and spiritual. God Bless
Greg
June 30, 2017
J.R.,
Today is your 33rd birthday son. It don't seem like you would be this old. I can still remember the first time I changed your diaper in the hospital and you poobed all over me and you. The best day of my life. I love you so much son. It still hurts so bad not having you with us. Hopefully one day I will get to see you and your Mom again. Y'all have a great celebration together today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
Love you,
Dad
October 26, 2016
Son, well it's been 11 years now. Man how times flies. I know you know this son, but you have some awesome friends and Marines who still honor you in they're lives. I am very, very proud to be your Dad. We love and miss you very much.
Always,
Dad
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Tracy
May 15, 2016
I've had dreams a lot of dreams about you recently, JR. You're always in my heart. I am so proud to have know you. You are missed and loved by so many.
October 26, 2015
Son it's been 10 years since that knock on the door. I wish I could say it has gotten easier, but. What I would give to see you for just a minute. Hopefully I will see you again. The girls and I love you more than ever.
Dad
Reggie
October 24, 2015
Gone but never forgotten you will always be remembered for your service to our country.
Tracy.
August 23, 2015
Thinking of you today, JR. I continue to pray for you and your family. You will never be forgotten.
June 30, 2015
Happy Birthday son. I know your Momma, Momo, Big Pa and you have having an awsome party up there. Your sisters and I miss ya'll very much. It's still hard to believe that you would've been 31 today. Ur getting to be an old man. HAHA!!! We love you very much son.
Dad
June 30, 2015
happy 31st birthday Jr. not a day goes by without missing you. love you Nanny and Aunt Debbie.
Tracy
November 11, 2014
Remembering you today and always! Thank you for your service,JR!!! ??
Connie Landon
October 4, 2014
My condolences to the family. Thank you for your service to our country. Respect.
September 27, 2014
I love you brother.. Think about you everyday.
-Dixon
June 30, 2014
Happy Birthday JR from Nanny and Aunt
Debbie. We love you and miss you every single day.
June 30, 2014
Hey son, well it was 30 years ago today that you came into ur Mom's and my life. I can say some of it was a wild ride but I wouldn't give anything for any of the time we had you with us. Just know I think of you daily and would give anything if you were still with us. Guess you know about Chris an Jenn getting married. He still wants you to be his best man so I'm taking your dress blues so you can stand beside him. Please remember son I love you forever an a day.
Happy Birthday,
Dad
Tracy
June 2, 2014
Always remembering you, JR! Xoxo
carol baumgartner
May 25, 2014
Thank you JR for fighting for your country. Rest in peace
Anna Kay Baker
May 24, 2014
I worked at Lowes with Jonathan. He was such a fine young man. I still miss him and think of him often!!
Gregory Dixon
December 22, 2013
I love you J.R, I still have the wallet your mom gave me after we ate at applebees in Jacksonville,NC. I'm in Afghanistan right now but I will do my best to get to FLA. to see your sisters and Dad. I love you brother, not a day goes by that I don't think about you.
October 22, 2013
Hey Bubba,
It's been 8 years. 8 years since I looked in your eyes, heard your voice, or felt you hug. Sometimes it still feels like yesterday that I answered the door to two Marines standing in front of me and had no idea what was going on. Like dad said, so much has changed. I know you all of that because you've been my angel for almost a decade now. All I hope and pray is that you are proud of the little sister you used to have. I hope Heaven is everything you have ever dreamed of. I'll be seeing you.
And I hope you're keeping good care of mom. I know she is where she wanted to be. I love you both more than anything.
Your baby sis
October 3, 2013
Thank you Jonathan for your service and sacrifice for our country.
Tracy
July 4, 2013
Sending my love to you, today and always!!
May 27, 2013
Hi J.R.,
We never got to meet, and you may have never known that I existed. I didn't until after you were already gone. You should know that you changed me in a lot of ways. Knowing how hard you worked and how ambitious you were gave me a lot drive, and I'm grateful for it. You're a true hero, and I wish I could tell you how proud I am of you. Thanks for everything.
Your big brother.
October 23, 2012
HEY SON, WELL IT'S BEEN 7 LONG YEARS TODAY. ALOT HAS HAPPENED IN THAT 7 YEARS SOME GOOD SOME BAD. AND NOW I HAVE LOSS SOMEONE ELSE THAT I LOVE. BUT I GUESS YOU KNOW ALL ABOUT THAT. I WOULD GIVE ANYTHING TO BE ABLE TO SIT DOWN AND TALK TO YOU FOR AWHILE. ONE DAY I WILL!I KNOW YOU ARE TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR MOM AND MOMO. THE GIRLS AND I MISS YA'LL AND LOVE YA;LL VERY MUCH.
LOVE YA FOREVER AND A DAY
DAD
Tracy
May 27, 2012
Thinking of you today and always. For those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we thank you and we will never forget you. Sending prayers to you and your family!
tracy
November 11, 2011
Today is the birthday of the marines. You were one of the best they ever had. All my love to you, jr! I hope you are celebrating with your brothers.
October 24, 2011
Well son it's been 6 very long years, but still feels like it was yesterday. Your still my hero and will always be!
Love Ya Forever an a Day
Dad
Peggy Childers
October 23, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears:
Please accept my remembrance of Jonathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Tracy
October 23, 2011
Thinking of you today, JR. Still haven't forgotten you, never will! All my love!
Peggy Talley
October 9, 2011
JR had a big heart for the needy, and would always give what he had to them.He is now our communities hero and forever will be.I worked with him and Marie both in the past at the sand which shop/truck stop.And I must say they were both the greatest and most remarkable two I have ever meet.In my heart as a mother that is something that never gets easier.I know Marie is with him reunited in heaven.Watching over Tim and the girls always.Tim you and the girls will always be in my prayers and thoughts forever.And know Jr will take care of his momma Forever.Be proud always you have two good reasons to, just always keep them alive in our community Forever.
June 30, 2011
Happy Birthday son! It was 27 years ago when your Mom gave birth to the best son we could have asked for. thank you for 21 great years. Your sisters and I still miss you and your Mom so much. Hey ya'll listen to some Journey and have a dance. We love ya'll.
Love Ya Forever an a Day
Dad
February 1, 2011
Hey bro,
You have not nor ever be forgotten. Brother from another mother. -Rah-
3/7
CPL. RodriguezCano
USMC
Tracy
January 20, 2011
We haven't forgotten you, JR, and we never will. You have touched so many people's lives and we can't thank you enough for being our hero. Fly high with the angels.
October 27, 2010
Well son its been 5 years now but it still feels like yesterday. I know ya'll know everything thats going on here so I hope ya'll are ok with it. Jessie's seems to be doing better now and Jenny's getting older so i guess we're ok. Me and Chris will come see you when he gets here for Kelly's wedding. We love ya'll and miss ya'll so much.
Dad
Peggy Childers
October 23, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears:
Remembering Jonathan 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
July 2, 2010
Hey son your birthday just past I hope you your Mom and Momo had a good party up there it still is not a party down here. I hope you and Jessie had a good visit she is still having a hard time dealing but maybe it's getting better. I love ya'll so much son keep taking care of your Mom
Dad
Peggy Childers
October 6, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears:
Jonathan 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
FAMILY FRIEND
September 30, 2009
JR,TOMORROW IS YOUR DAD'S BIRTHDAY...HE MISSES YOU EVERYDAY. I WISH YOU AND YOUR MOM COULD BE THERE TO CELEBRATE WITH HIM. I KNOW HE IS AT PEACE KNOWING YOU'RE TOGETHER........ONE DAY ALL OF THE FAMILY WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN, AND WHAT A CELEBRATION THAT WILL BE.......
I MISS YOU AND MARIE GREATLY.
Cynthia
September 22, 2009
Rest in Peace Mr Spears. You were and still are a real hero!
Kenna Larra
May 28, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
May 25, 2009
It is with sadness that I recall the death of our citizens on this , Memorial Day 2009. Jonathan made the ultimate sacrifice and stands proudly in group of Americans who achieve a place in history while the most of us simply live out our lives to a forgotten end. I thank Jonathan and you his family for this , the ultimate sacrifice. Phil C Benton Pensacola Florida
Tracy
October 23, 2008
We are thinking of you today and always JR. You are a a true hero and will never be forgotten.
In Memory of Jonathan ~ (Debra Estep)
October 23, 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 Jonathan, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
October 23, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears:
Jonathan 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
Tracy
July 31, 2008
I will never forget you JR. You are America's hero. I heard about Ms. Marie and I know that you two are together looking after your family. I pray for you and your family everday. We all miss you.
LYNN SPEARS
July 14, 2008
MARIE AND JR
I HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT THE TWO OF YOU, SINCE I HEARD OF YOU PASSING........I HAVE NEVER FORGOTTEN JR AND WHAT HE MEANS TO OUR COUNTRY. I KNEW YOUR HEART WAS BROKEN, AND YOUD OFTEN SAID IT WOULD NEVER HEAL. I WOULD GIVE ANYTHING TOO HAVE SEEN THE TWO OF YOU UNITE IN HEAVEN. THE STATEMENT ABOUT THERE IS NO STRONGER LOVE THAN WITH A MOTHER AND A CHILD....I HAVE RAISED SEVERAL CHILDREN AND I KNOW THE HEARTACHE YOU CAN FILL. MY GRANDMOTHER AND MOTHER ALWAYS SAID GOD WILL NOT PUT MORE ON YOU THAN YOU CAN STAND.......HE KNEW YOU WERE IN PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL PAIN, AND IT WAS TIMER FOR YOU TOO COME HOME TO JR. REWARDS DO COME TO THOSE WHO SACRIFICE.........MARIE AND JR YOU GAVE THE ULTIMATE. IT WOULD BE SELFISH OF US TOO HAVE WANTED YOU TO STAY ON EARTH, WITH AS MUCH PAIN, HEARTACHE, AND GRIEF YOU WERE SUFFERING. YOU WERE A REMARKABLE PERSON AND I WAS GLAD TOO HAVE MET YOUR FAMILY. YOU WOULD HAVE BEEN PROUD OF THE RESPECT THE COMMUNITY AND THE MILITARY SHOWED FOR YOU AT YOUR SERVICE, AS YOU AND TIM WERE FOR JR.
I KNOW TIM AND THE GIRLS ARE GOING TOO MISS YOU, BUT I ALSO KNOW THEY LOVE YOU ENOUGH TO KNOW YOUR HEART WILL BE ALIVE AGAIN IN THE ETERNAL LIFE WITH JR. MARIE AND TIM YOU RAISED WONDERFUL CHILDREN......THEY ARE STRONG AND KNOW AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE, WHAT IT IS TO LOVE ONES AND TRY TO CARRY ON....TIM AND THE GIRLS.......I HOPE WITH TIME THE GRIEF WILL GET EASIER AND A LITTLE PEACE AND HAPPINESS CAN ONCE AGAIN FILL YOUR LIFE.
MARIE OUR FRIENDSHIP IS THE KIND THAT ONLY HAPPENS ONCE IN A LIFETIME............MARIE AND JR YOU WILL FOREVER BEEN IN OUR HEARTS.
Tim Spears
July 6, 2008
Son,
I hope you know how much I love you and how Proud of you I am. YOU ARE MORE OF A MAN THAN I WILL EVER BE. Son I hope you have found your Momma, and yall are together.
Please take care of her and I hope you both know how much we LOVE AND MISS BOTH OF YOU
LOVE BOTH OF YOU FOREVER ,
Dad,Jessie,& jenny
Edward Spears
July 1, 2008
There are no words, other than we miss you and we love you.
Those beautiful "Baby Blues" 2005
June 30, 2008
Momma's silly football star 2005
June 30, 2008
The most beautiful Smile in the World!
Marie Spears
June 30, 2008
Well Baby, Momma has been up all night dreading today, your 24th birthday, without you with us again. Son, it has been so hard since you've been gone. People say "Time heals all wounds", but I wonder how much time? I still cry myself to sleep everynight. I always told you in every letter and email while you were in Iraq that "You're my soul and my high inspiration", from Momo's favorite song. That still stands true everyday. I know you hear me and talk to me too. It should not have been you that left us so suddenly, it should have been me. You had so much life to live,so much love to give. Your zest for life was my inspiration. I miss those beautiful blue eye's and that beautiful, beautiful smile. Your will always be my heart son, even though Momma's heart is broken forever. I love you baby. Have a Happy 24th Birthday in Heaven today. Fly high with the Angels, Momma will seen you soon. I love you and miss you with all my heart.
You are always with me and I am always with you.
Happy Birthday Baby, I love you so very much,
Love Momma.
May 11, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Spears!
Momma
February 14, 2008
Son,
Momma just wanted to say another Valentines Day has come without you here, but we know that you know you are in our hearts and thoughts today as you are everyday. I will see you later this morning with the flowers you would normally make sure I always had, regardless of where you were. You never forgot your Momma and always know, I will never forget you. I love you and miss you more today than ever. I love you my Beautiful Son, and until we meet each other again, "Fly High With The Angels"!
Momma loves you.
The "Young Marines of Pensacola" including Bubba's little sisters surrounding J.R.'s grave to pay thier respects. We were truly honored as I'm sure J.R. was!
December 16, 2007
Bubba's "Young Marines" and Tinkerbell taken before going to Barrancas for "The Wreaths Across America" ceremony 12/15/07.
December 16, 2007
J.R.'s Christmas he bought before he was killed. It's now with him at Barrancas 12/15/07.
December 16, 2007
J.R. and his Christmas in 2004. It is now with him at Barrancas, which I belive he would want it there. He was very proud of his Red, White & Blue tree!
Marie Spears, Your Proud Momma
December 16, 2007
Son,
As we laid the beautiful wreath's at your grave today with a Marine Honor Guard and all the "Young Marines of Pensacola", including your beloved little sisters, your Momma swelled up with pride. I tried not to cry, but you know how your Momma is. I know you were lookig down on us today with much pride and that beautiful smile on your face. The "Wreaths Across America" made us even more proud of you than we already are. I know you heard all the wonderful things that were said about you from the "Paitriot Riders", active duty Marines, Navy and Air Force service men and women. We love and miss you more today than ever. I know you are so proud that Momma took YOUR red, white and blue Christmas tree out to you. You were so proud of that beautiful little tree, so I felt there was no better place for it to be. We love you son, and always know you were and still are loved by not only your family and friends, but this wonderful community we live in and that you were so proud of.
"Momma's Heart" still hurts so much, but I'm really tring to make ou proud of me. I love you baby and miss you so very much. Spread your wings and fly high until we see each other again!
Ben & Donna Porter
December 11, 2007
J.R. had to be a great man & soldier, because he was raised by a great family. As a young boy he lived next door to my family so we knew them all well. Tim & Marie, I will always thank J.R. and you'll for the sacrafice you've made. Keep the flags flying because like myself, I'm sure others are still "Taking off my hat" as we pass. You're in our thoughts and prayers daily.
Susan Chambers(Jason Reed's mom)
November 9, 2007
Tim and Marie,
I just watched the tribute you did for JR and I have just sat here and cried. He was so gorgeous and you have so much to be proud of. He was a wonderful young man and he is still missed by everyone that he touched. Jason and I send you our continued prayers. And thank you for being so thoughtful that day in Wendys to share in our loss of Jason's little son, Braedyn. A loss of a child feels no different, no matter their age. May God continue to bless you in all your efforts to keep JR's memory alive and still comfort you everyday.
T C
October 24, 2007
Mr. Tim and Mrs. Marie, your family is in my prayers today and always. JR was a wonderful young man and he will never be forgotten
August 16, 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)
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 15, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
July 23, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Spears and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon
A. Clark
May 28, 2007
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS!
LYNN SPEARS
April 12, 2007
MARIE AND TIM,JEN AND JESSIE.....THERE IS NOT ONE DAY THAT PASSES I DON'T THINK OF YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR GREAT LOSS. THERE IS NO GREATER LOSS THAN THE LOSS OF A CHILD.........YOU LOSSED A SPECIAL YOUNG MAN....AT 21 YEARS OLD HE KNEW WHAT HE NEEDED TO DO IN LIFE........PEOPLE TWICE HIS AGE STILL HAS'NT FIGURED OUT THEIR PURPOSE IN LIFE. HERE ON EARTH FOR SUCH A SHORT TIME..........BUT HE HAS LEFT A LIFETIME IMPRESSION ON THIS WORLD. I AM GRATEFUL TO HAVE KNOWN YOUR FAMILY AND WILL CONTINUE TO SHARE THE LOSS OF SUCH A GREAT YOUNG MAN.............
Michelle Huerta
March 26, 2007
hi i read that you are doing well well i bet you are. sitting right now shaking the hand of our hero jesus and he is shaking he hand of a hero as well. thank you so much for serving this country. god bless your family
Clair Agnello
November 11, 2006
J.R.,
We love you and miss you. You were so good and so loved by everyone who knew you. It's Veteran's Day, your Momo's birthday and also the birthday of the Marine Corps. I pray for your mom, dad, Jessie and Jenny, and also for all the Marines who are serving our country throughout the world. God please bless them.
Monica Myrick
November 2, 2006
Losing J.R. was like losing a brother. He has always been there since the 2nd grade to watch out over me. We had our disagreements, but we had so many laughs. My favorite memory is us riding the bus together...he use to cook chicken tenders for me at 6:00am just because I liked them...and I am blaming him for the few extra pounds! I still haven't accepted this loss. It still doesn't seem real to me because I haven't been use to seeing him everyday since he joined the Corps and I moved away to college. I still don't go over to his parents, and for that I am sorry. Hopefully I will accept this on my own time. I think about J.R. so much, and there are times I think I see him and have to do a double take. Buddy I miss you, and all those crazy late night phone calls. This death has been the hardest on me ever. The only thing that makes it seem okay is knowing he is watching over us and laughing at all the crazy things we are going through. Mrs. Marie and Mr. Tim...I love you guys!
Monica
Donna & Gene Yuhasz
November 1, 2006
Jr,
We love you very much just like our son. But you will always be remember in our heart and soul
Karen Barrett
October 31, 2006
We all loved J.R. very much and he is missed everyday. I am glad I was a part of his life even for only a short time. I know he is looking down and is so proud to have so many people who loved him so much.
Shannon Hoffman
October 31, 2006
Jonathan touched so many people, in life and in death. He was a great person, a great friend, but also a great Marine. He loved his real family so much, and his extended family he made being in the Corps. His memory will never die, because we wont let it!
BENJAMIN GARCIA JR
October 31, 2006
SPEARS WAS A GOOD KID OR YOUNG MAN I SHOULD SAY. I SOON AS I FOUND OUT THAT HE WAS FROM FL. AND A SEMINOLES FAN I TOOK HIM UNDER MY WING AND SHOWED HIM THE ROPES ON HOW TO DO THINGS AND GET AWAY WITH IT OR HIDE FROM WORKING PARTYS. SOME PEOPLE DIDN'T LIKE TO SEE AN OLDER MARINE HANG OUT WITH A YOUNGER MARINE. BUT I DIDN'T CARE HE WAS TRUE TO WHAT HE BELIVED IN. I WISH I WAS THERE BUT I WASN'T. HOPE YOUR STILL DOING WHAT YOU DID AND THAT IS HELPING OUT AND WATCHING OVER YOUR FAMILY AND OTHERS THAT NEED IT. WISH YOU WERE HERE BUT I KNOW THAT GOD DID WHAT HE HAD TO DO FOR A REASON.
MUCH LOVE FROM THE GARCIA FAMILY.
Sgt Gallardo
October 31, 2006
Spears
I remember when you came over to my house in 29 Palms so we could try to fix your Orange Mustang, for some reason we couldn't get to the part we needed, then you said that your mom would get it fixed when you home. I remember at OPVA how Bobby Bowden had sent you his autograph on a program. That night we had a patrol and we stayed up talking till I had to go just so we could pass the time. You were on of the few who loved being a Marine, you were so proud of it and your family. Sometimes I felt like I knew your mom personally,and your sisters who you loved so much. I miss you alot man, your picture hangs in my house and I pass it on my way out the door. You gave your life for this Country and that is something words can't describe. I miss you
Theresa Palmer Palmer
October 31, 2006
God please continue to watch over the Spears family and help them to stay strong and to lean on you. Amen
J.R. and Grimes Oct.22, 2005
October 25, 2006
October 25, 2006
October 25, 2006
Ramadi, Iraq Oct. 19, 2005
October 25, 2006
Brittany Goins
October 24, 2006
To the loved ones of J.R.:
I want you all to know that you are in my prayers everyday. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and J.R. He was a great friend and a great Marine. He is a hero to all of us who know him. J.R. made this world a better place. His selflessness, courage and commitment to this country will never be forgotten. I am so blessed to have gotten the chance to know him. J.R. will forever be in our hearts!
Marie Spears
October 24, 2006
To my beautiful son, Cpl. Jonathan "J.R." Spears, lossing you son, has left a hole in Momma's heart that will never be filled.We miss your sweet smile, gentle kiss, soft caress and that beautiful voice. It's been a very long year since we lost you so suddenly, yet it still seems like yesterday. You left such an impact on so many people's lives. Your Honor, Courage and Commitment to the Corps, your love for your family, and your dedication to this Country you loved so much, will always be remembered. All Gave Some, Some Gave All. You are and will always be OUR HERO, OUR SON.
Momma loves you baby.
Carol Baumgartner
October 23, 2006
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 1998-2006
Garnet Jenkins
October 23, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Hero, Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears, on this first anniversary of the day he gave his life for our country and for freedom.
Rest Safely Jonathan, in the Hands of God.
You will never be forgotten.
You have paid the Ultimate Price, for so many.
As with my brother, whom I lost in Vietnam, you will always be loved and missed by everyone whose life you touched.
Sincerely hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May you find strength in your faith,
Comfort in God's love, and
Peace in knowing this country remembers Jonathan's sacrifice.
Wait on the Lord, be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart"
Psalm 27:14
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
October 22, 2006
To the Family of Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears:
Your son's name, along with our sons, is forever together on a Memorial standing at Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, PA. Their dogtags hang together forever moving with the wind creating a subtle sound, like the quiet whispers of the Fallen as they continue to speak to us. Attending this Memorial Dedication and hearing your child's name being read along with ours, has prompted me to sign this soldier's guestbook.
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his 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 as well 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 right now. 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
donna medeiros
August 31, 2006
your loss is heaven's gain. jr will live forever in our hearts.
Lisa Phillips
May 30, 2006
our fine marines are watching from heaven.I lost my son marine lance cpl james phillips Dec 23) 2004. they are heros I will never forget. God Bless you and your family.
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
Jennifer Rasch
May 29, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss and I thank Lance Cpl. Spears for his brave service.
Sandra Hughes
May 29, 2006
We're thinking of Lance Cpl Spears on Memorial Day.
Christian Chase
May 29, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss
Sharon Penro
May 29, 2006
God Bless You all
Michael Byrne
May 29, 2006
As an active member of the U.S. Navy. I am constantly reminded of the dangers, the sacrifices, and hardships we all endure, but every single person that pays the ultimate sacrifice upon the altar of freedom that we as Americans enjoy every day, I am both saddened and supremely proud of their great love for country and humanity. To you that are survived my heart and unending gratititude go out to you, and although I never knew your son, I do know that he is a real HERO!
Jamie Graves
May 28, 2006
Another fine hero who will NOT be forgotten!! God Bless his family!!
God Bless all the fine men and women/families who have paid the ultimate sacrifice!!
~Navy Wife~
Bob Romanko
May 28, 2006
Lance Corporal Jonathan R. Spears reinstills my faith in humanity. I write this as the tears fall.
Bob Romanko
LT USN
Vietnam Veteran
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
May 28, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.Saint Pete loves tough Marines like you and you have a special place in heaven where only heros dwell.
Mary Ghaney
May 28, 2006
To the Spears Family, On this Memorial Day I wish to extend to you my deepest sympathies. Your Jonathan is truly a great man and a fine Marine. Jonathan, as you well know, is truly an American Hero. May God Bless you all and God Bless Jonathan.
Tammy Berzin
May 27, 2006
I did not know Jonathan but he had to have been a wonderful, caring man. Thank you for defending our country. You are our hero.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 24, 2006
Jonathan I failed to mention how unselfish you are in caring for the children and the homeless. Take care of the little ones in heaven. You are a hero.
Tom
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