David J. Babineau Obituary

Everyone knows me as the "stepdaughter" .. however you were my bestfriend. You were the dad that step up for me when mine couldn't. Me and you were like two peas and a pod. We did everything together when you were at home. I can't explain how much I miss you and wish you were here with us today. I wish I could show you the family I've created. There's just so many things I wish I could tell you and there's just so many moments where I need you more than anything. However I know you watch out for me in ways I don't know about. I miss youu so so so much dad.

Dj recreating his dad's funny photo on here.

David was a wonderful man. It's not fair that he didn't get to stick around to see what wonderful men his 2 boys would become. I'm very sorry to all of you for losing such a special person.

VALENTINES DAY! I remember that we had discussed getting married on this day because we just knew that we was soul mates. We knew how much our love was true. But the whole hype of the world had tainted this day so we said NO then we went on about how pure and true our LOVE was and that we shouldn't let the world corrupt our day and just to do it, but then we decided that because our love was so true and pure that we didn't want the world to taint what we had so we decided to have our wedding in the month of LOVE but not on an overrated day. So we decided on the 22nd because it was the 2 of us and it take 2 hearts. I believe that God wanted to show us just how correct we was on our love that when He blessed us with our first child , that he came into the world on VALENTINES DAY . A CONFORMATION OF OUR TRUE LOVE. I thanked God for you when we was dating . NOW GOD HAS GRANTED ME THE BLESSING AND HONOR OF GETTING TO SEE YOU EVERYDAY IN THE EYES OF OUR BOYS . BOTH BOYS BEING SPITTING IMAGES OF YOU BUT GROWING UP TO BE US BOTH. I SEE US IN EVERYTHING THEY DO NOW THAT THEY ARE GROWN. YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF THE MAN THAT DONOVAN HAS BECOME. HE HAS TRULY STEPPED UP. AND EVERY SINCE YOU HAVE BEEN GONE HE HAS ALWAYS MADE SURE HE WAS THE MAN OF THE HOUSE. Things haven't always worked out as we haved planned, but no matter what this Man has always stepped up to the plate and took care of momma and the family. HE HAS DONE MORE THAN WHAT WAS ASKED OF HIM. All of our children are important But our first one is definitely a combination/ conformation of US. HAPPY 23RD BIRTHDAY TO OUR FIRST BORN SON DONOVAN.BABINEAU

I miss you everyday and wish you were still around can't believe it's been 18 years since you've been gone love your mother

You are never forgotten and always missed. You was and have always been the love of my life. I never understood God's plan for taking you so young, but we was never meant to. For God's ways are not our ways. I think of you all the time. I see you daily. Every time I look at your boys all I see is you. I just wanted to say that you are truly loved and deeply missed.

There is not a day that goes by that I do not think about my son I miss him so much he was my baby boy time goes on but you never heal you never forget

Still till this day the one thing that I can't stand and just gets me the most is when people tell you that IT GETS BETTER AND OR THAT THE SHATTERED , BROKEN EMPTINESS HURTS LESS WITH TIME

It's the biggest crock of stuffed Oreos to be ever spread let a lone shared and passed onto others.

It does not. Nobody feels that way. Just simply not true and it's so Hurtful to be told that. Time doesn't do NOTHING but give you the strength a little more each year to help make it a little more easier to deal with.

The pain / heartache is just as real and raw as it was on day one. Some years it may not it you as hard but don't matter how long it has been. Several times through out the years it hits me just as hard and I feel every bit of that pain being ripped right out of your chest. You can't breathe. Just frozen it seems your whole body just empty like it's nothing all except the ripping out of your heart. Sometimes you can actually feel your soul sliding down with your heart. Nothing will ever take that feeling , the emotions the pain of the day you was told or the day you laid them to rest. It will always be one of the most clearest ,3d, the closest to time travel you will ever get it's so fresh you can smell the memories and it makes you choke on the taste of it. . I still cry a lot. David and our kids was completely my everything. Losing David took a part of me that never made it's way back. Pretty sure it never will. You can and probably will have love for others but it never be the same and the pain is still there with added emotions of quilt betrayal. Really does a number on you physically, mentally, and emotionally . One of life's rides that you wish you could sit out on but can't because someone had already done strapped you in and started the ride without getting a word from you. One of the worst exposed, raw ,deeply violated feelings of being robbed in every way emotionally.
I was afraid and still am of losing my memories of you. Time has a way of making things seem forgotten. So you always try and play them over n over in you mind so you don't forget. You will be surprised at how much you do. And how many new ones pop up.

I don't know about the other fellow widows and widowers out there feel but it's a crushing very sharp empty powerless weight of heavy darkness. That will consume you if you let it.

We went to Basic together Eco 2/58. We were also both stationed at Fort Campbell David 2nd brigade I was in 3rd. I truly miss you yo! Till we form again...

My condolences to the family of David Babineau sorry for your loss. Please find comfort at Micah 4:3,4

If anyone is interested you might want to read the book Black Hearts by Jim Frederick you can get it on Amazon.It is a true story and my grandson is part of it.you will find out how our government treats its soldiers.

David
8 years ago today I was one of the few who got to give you your final salute when you were air lifted from fob almomadyia i felt as part of me was departing with you I was filled with hate and sadness to this day I think of you I smile and choke back some tears and then I feel the same hate I had that day you are on my mind a lot wish you were here

David,
not to many days go by that I dont think of you

To the family and friends of Spc. David J. Babineau:
It has truly been my honor to sign David's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that David will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU MY LOVING GRANDSON.THERE IS NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT YOU ARE NOT IN MY THOUGHS.

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Babineau Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. 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

We love you and miss you so much!! We will never forget you. You will always be in our hearts! I will never let the kids forget you. I will always tell them about you and will share who you was. Thank you for everything that you gave us!!

June 16, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. David J. Babineau:
Always remembering David. "Some gave all."

Today, I have come across this website where I have learned about a former fellow Massachusetts resident. I thank him for his service; participating two tours of duty. I will say prayers for his beautiful family.

To the families of our American Heroes,

I want to thank each of you for your personal
sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in
your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the
ages to come.

RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20

A greatful Veteran
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Vietnam 64,65,66,68-6

To the family and friends of Spc. David J. Babineau:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

You have not been forgotten David

Spc Babineau,you will never be forgotten may you rest in peace Mike Lansaw former NCO 1ST 502ND (1982-1984)

Hi Rondi! I don't know if you've ever read about what I have written in David's Legacy book but I am a stranger that has not forgotten your husband and his lost fellow soldiers. Spc David J. Babineau is thought of often in this house in Newhall, California. Our son lives in the house of one of the first young men lost from our city. This war is very personal to many of us just being human beings/fellow Americans. We are still so sorry for your loss and please let your children know that many strangers out here have cried for your loss as well as "our" loss of David. Anytime a fine young American dies in war we are all diminished. Tell your kids we love and pray for their Daddy from afar and we also do the same for you. God Bless You, Rondi. God Bless you Samantha (we have a granddaughter with the same beautiful name), Donovan and Dominic. Be loving kids to your Mommy - she needs you!!!

Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.

I lve and miss you every day! it has been hard for me and the kids as each day goes by! I wish you was here and the kids want you here but it is something that will never happen for us and it makes it so hard for us to go on wanting you.but life does any way and we are still stick in the the place of wanting and needing you! we love and miss you so much! love always your family rondi , samantha ,donovan ,and dominic babineau

In memory of my son -in law Spc. David Babineau, you are missed and thought of everyday. You are a very special young man. You are my hero and you are missed greatly. Love , Della

we love and miss you so! you meant the world to us and always will!

To the family and friends of Spc. David J. Babineau:
Remembering David 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

David I remember the day that Buck received notice of your death. He so wanted to attend your funeral but sadly could not. He was preparing to deploy for the 2nd time and joined you in heaven a few months later. I never met you or your family but I did hold you in my heart each day. May all remember the sacrifice that you, Buck and all have made to keep America Free.

In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq

We have lost alot of people,but you are sadly miss, I know where you are, David Maynard is now hanging with you. Thank you for serving this Great Country. So proud of you.

Uncle Bob

Can't believe it's been 3 years! The pain never goes away! You are loved and missed, and always in my heart.

Love,
Aunt Linda

To the family of Spc. David J. Babineau:
David gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I will never forget all the times Rondi, You, Chris, and I had together Including all the kids. You are a great person and will be missed forever. We love you so Much....

”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,
Kenna

My condolences to the family. May you rest in peace brother. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Captain Marc Babineau
Canadian Forces National Investigation Service

To the family of Spc. David J. Babineau,

I am a student at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High school. I am a part of a history class which, for a project, is honoring soldiers whom have perished in Operation Iraqi Freedom. I was particularly struck by David’s story because I have often been to Springfield. My father went to college there, and I often go to lacrosse camps at the school. I have the utmost respect for you and your brave son. I know I will never truly understand what kind of dedication he had, but I can try to fathom the love you had for him. I realize that to be a part of the armed forces, and especially a part of such an honorable unit as the 101st was the ultimate sacrifice for both David and your family. I know that he was fighting for the freedoms of the American people and what our nation stands for. His example of heroism is a source of inspiration to me and to the millions in my generation. My best regards to your family in this traditionally sacred time of remembrance and family tradition, and my hopes and condolences to all the families affected by the Iraq and Afghanistan theaters of combat.

Sincerely,

E. Devin Acton
LSRHS ‘10

Rem,

Your on the brain as you always are. Peace bro.

G

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 David, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

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

The Other Side

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

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

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

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Babineau!

To the family and friends of Spc. David J. Babineau, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God comfort and bless your family.

Hi David. This is from a stranger that doesn't know you. I last wrote in I believe July 2007 that I put your name, Pfc Kristian Menchaca's name and Pfc Thomas Lowell Tucker's name on every envelope leaving our home. I still feel greatly affected by your story. It is impacting to this day to see news such as Sgt. Matt Maupin being found and the grief that entails for any of us who care about all you men and women. Once again there are tears in Newhall, California for young people that sacrificed their lives for us. You will NEVER be forgotten. I promise.

I hope someday that your family can find some peace in the fact that while you may be gone physically that total strangers will continue to think of you and pray for all of you.

Rem,

I have a new addition to your page! Still cant believe you're gone...your always on my mind.

M

Rem,

stopping by to show you some love. my thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family.

much love. thank you for serving and protecting the freedoms I enjoy.

M

Spc. Babineau,

On this Veterans Day in 2007, I wanted to thank you for your service. May your family and friends find peace and comfort in their memories. May you rest in peace. You are a Hero.

...I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him.
~Abraham Lincoln

My condolences go out to Babineau's family. I was in my hotel room in California on a business trip. I was doing some work with the TV on when I heard his name. The last name caught my attention because I graduated from Fort Benning in 1998 with a Private Babineau. I could not believe my eyes. I quickly got this survival guilt and asked, "why Babineau?" I was in tears. Eventhough we lost contact since 1998, it hurt me as if we had just spoken the day before. From the moment I met him, I new he would be in the ARMY for a long time. He was one of the few young kids that did not show much emotion and was not distracted by the homesickness and harsh conditions in boot camp. You will always be in my heart David. I still have your picture from boot camp and when my kids grow up, I will show them your picture and tell them the definition of a real Hero. Class of 1998. Fort Benning, GA E 2/58 "House of Pain"

9/11

you re-enlisted due to the events that transpired on this day. you are a true hero.

M

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)

Spc. David J. Babineau
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Rem,

stopping by to show some love.

M

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Babineau and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I miss you more than words can express...you were the best cousin to me when we were growing up. Well, it's been over a year since you've been gone but it still feels like yesterday. I haven't seen you since the day you left for the army when you were 18!!! And to think that we'll never hang out like old times breaks my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. Just today I was sitting outside, thinking of you and a butterfly landed on my lap and stayed there for the whole time I was "talking" to you. I'd like to think that you were there with me. I love you D.J., more than you'll ever know!!!

Well it has been a year since you have been taken from us. But your memory lives on as does those of all soldiers lost and taken. Over the last year I have really taken in our childhood memories and reflected on them on them often as I raise my own boys to become men. Now it is also coming on Independance Day and we will be celebrating our freedom something you fought for, for all of us. God Bless you and your family DJ... Nothing can ever replace all of the memories I have to look upon from childhood and just having fun being kids together. Now we have children of our own. I will celebrate what you gave on the fourth .. You are someone never to be forgotten. God bless you and yours..
your childhood neighbor sarah godfrey

I have written the following on every piece of mail that has left my house since June 2006:

PLEASE REMEMBER US JUNE 2006

SPC. DAVID J. BABINEAU
PFC. KRISTIAN MENCHACA
PFC. THOMAS LOWELL TUCKER

IT HAS NOW BEEN OVER ONE YEAR AND I WRITE THEIR NAMES DOWN ALMOST EVERY SINGLE DAY TO REMIND OTHERS THAT GET THE MAIL THAT THESE FINE YOUNG MEN ARE TO BE REMEMBERED. I CONFESS THAT IT IS SOMETHING I DO TO MAKE MYSELF REMEMBER THEM BUT ALSO TO FEEL THAT I AM DOING SOMETHING IN THEIR HONOR. I RECENTLY ADDED THE THREE YOUNG MEN TAKEN IN MAY 2007 (PFC. JOSEPH ANZACK, JR., SPC. ALEX R. JIMINEZ, M.I.A. AND PFC. BYRON W. FOUTY, ALSO M.I.A.

I WRITE DOWN THE NAMES OF THESE SIX YOUNG MEN IN THEIR HONOR AND TO SPREAD THEIR NAMES OUT TO OTHERS SO THEY WILL REMEMBER AS WELL.

I HOPE IT GIVES SOME COMFORT TO SPC. BABINEAU'S FAMILY TO KNOW THAT HE IS NOT FORGOTTEN AT ALL...EVEN BY PEOPLE WHO DID NOT KNOW HIM. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH TO CARRY ON AS YOUR SON WOULD WISH.

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

I can't believe that is has been a year since you died. I am so sorry for your family. What an empty world this must be without you here. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you made in the name of freedom. God bless you and rest in peace Specialist Babineau.

Hey,
I didnt know David but im really proud that he gave his life for our country. Its just been over a year now and its really hard, for me and the rest of western mass.
god bless you David and may you Rest In Peace.

Unitl we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

Your name is in the paper again, but I dont need their reminder to think about, or remember you. Rest in peace brother

M

What up Rem,

Stopping by to say what's up.

M

Hey Bro,

Just thinking of you. Im still in awe thinking of your life and bravery.

Until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

M

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

Just thinking about you...

Peace

M

To the Babineau family; I previously signed David's guest book. As promised each time (weekly) I am at ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY I visit and honor David. David you are my here and you will NEVER be forgotten.

I have a picture of you and my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III, I'm unsure at what time it was taken but now the both of you are together again in heaven. May your memory always stay with your family and friends and may God's healing love give them as much comfort as he's given me since Buck was killed November 12, 2006. God Bless you and Protect our Soldiers, Mother of another fallen soldier.

Veterans Day.

You're are a true American hero and I will never forget your accomplishments.

Rem,

Carlos was up from PR. He saw your pic of you on the fridge. His eyes dropped as he shook his head..."He was cool people...Remy." I hear there is going to be a class reunion - almost 10 years. Hard to believe..we thought we knew everything - and yet we knew so little.

Rem,

I passed by Josh's house the other day. Past the spot we all used to play ball. It brought back a lot of good memories. I'll see you when I get there....

Dave,



You and your family are still in my thoughts. Not a day goes by that you are not. Rest in peace...



M

I know how difficult it is to accept the death of your son under such circumstances but,I encourage you not to let grief silence you from speaking of him.

Our fallen men and women have proven themselves to be exceptional people as having chosen a term of military service and all the challenges that go with it.

It would be nice to have answers for our loss but they are not obvious to us.We can only share the memory of our loved ones and believe that their influence has been a positive one to those they have left behind.

Take heart you are not alone,and others are there to support you in your time of need.

May your memories give you comfort and your loss provoke you to push forward with a sense of urgency to make a difference.

Your son has not died in vain.

To the family of Spc. David Babineau,

May God Bless You and Keep you in His graces. Our Hero now has patrol on streets of gold. All are in my prayers.

Your family is in our prayers for your sad loss. Remember, your son is a hero and we are forever grateful for his service.

I am praying for your family every day. It is soldiers like him that allow me to fly my flag so proudly every day and for that I am thankful. My husband is also in 502 and I know all those guys miss him so much. Prayers for you.

To the loved ones of David,

May the good Lord provide a way for your loss and grieve to subside in the future, and only have loving memories of a fine young man who served his nation with honor.

We shall not forget his duty bound service.

Marine Uncle from Free Republic

Dear Family, I want to tell that I may be one of the only people in this area who can actually identify with how you are feeling at this time of loss in your life. I lost my son SPC Jeremy Francis Regnier on October 13, 2004 in Bagdad. I understand the pain and know what you are going through. If at any time you would like to meet, I would be honored. You can contact me at [email protected]

Until then GODSPEED and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tammy M. Regnier

On the eve of our Independence day I want to express my condolences and tell you that my thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your loved ones. I cannot imagine the pain you are going through. My son is with David's company. David will never be forgotten and I celebrate this 4th of July because of young soldiers like him...

Babineau Family,



I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was a buddy of mine in high school. We all called him "Remy" for his shaved head. He was funny as heck and a great person to hang out with. Him and I shared a limo to the senior prom and often played basketball together at Josh's house. I attentded his memorial at the American Legion. It was good to see Steve there after so many years but painfull under those circumstances. He is resting in peace in Arlington with the rest of America's heroes. I would not have forgotten Dave prior to this, and cant not stop thinking about him now.



He joined for the pride and honor, and for a chance at a better life. I can remember being in class and him telling me I should join..."What else are you going to do?"...he would ask. It was simply his calling.



My heart goes out to his family and friends...

To the family of David Babineau:

You are in my thoughts and prayers. David's memory will live on in our hearts and minds. My son is also with the 101st and part of Bravo Company. There are no words to express my pain and the sadness I feel for you and your family. I pray for God's grace and love to surrond you always. Because of your precious solider David, my family and I will continue to live in the land of the free. God Bless you Spc David J.Babineau.

To the Babineau Family,

Our heartfelt sympathy to you all over the loss of David. He is a true hero and will never be forgotten. I am sure he is watching over you with all the other angels. God bless you and give you strength and peace in the coming days.

Sincerely,

P.Simonetti, 101st parents

To the family of David Babineau:

You are in my thoughts and prayers. My son is also with the 101st and part of Bravo Company. I pray that God will provide your family comfort.Your son's memory will live on in our hearts and minds.

To Dave's wife and kids, I am so sorry and my greatest prayers go out to you. I had such a nice time visiting you 2 years ago and BBQ and going out. David is such a cool fun guy and he'll be missed. All my love out to you and if you need anything, let me know.

HI MY NAME IS CHRIS BARNES AND I HAVE BEEN LIVIN IN IRAQ WITH DAVID FOR THE LAST 9 MONTHS AND HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND. I AM GONNA MISS HIM AND I CANT IMAGINE HOW YOU FEEL. I REALLY HOPE THE BEST FOR YOU.HE WAS ALWAYS TALKING ABOUT SOMETHING THAT HAD TO DO WITH HIS WIFE OR KIDS.YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS,STAY STRONG.

Babs,

It's been a little over 5 years since we last talked. So many things have happened since then. One thing that never changed, "the bubble". Do you remember that? I never quite found any other friends that could fill the boots of you, Greg, Rock, and Wil. So, I guess I shouldv'e kept in touch more often. It's to late for that now but I pray that we'll meet again some day. I took for granted that eventually we would all meet up again sometime in this life and goof off like we used to. Most of the best memories of my life involve things that we did during our "free time." Stuck in Egypt playing the most intense 3 day long games of Monopoly. Arguing for no reason, harassing everyone else that wasn't in the bubble. I miss those days and I will always miss them as they won't ever be the same without you. We were all planning to fly up for your funeral but things didn't quite work out. I know you've heard me talking to you these last couple of days but Im going to say it again, Im gonna miss you brother, we're all gonna miss you. I'll see you again. I love you man.



Rhondi,

Words can't explain how terrible I feel about your situation. I pray for you always and am here if you and your family should need anything. I know I haven't been a good friend over these last few years and Im sorry. Hug and kiss the kids for me and let them know it's going to be alright...



My deepest sympathies,

Jones

To the family of David Babineau. Your grief is unimanginable. It is my hope that you will find some measure of comfort in the words of strangers and in knowing that there are so many of us who hold your son in the highest esteem. We agonize with you at your loss. God bless you all.

I am so sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathy to the whole family. My son is also with the 101st and part of your son's company.

Dearest Ronnie:



Sgt. Tony Yribe is my son, he gave the ulogie at David's memorial today, he read it to me over the phone, it was beautifuland I know that he would like you to have a copy. Tony is devastated as he knows that you are, and wants you to know that you will never be alone, and that he cares a great deal about you. When you are ready he would like to hear from you, [email protected]

You are always in our thoughts and prayers.



Deepest Sympathy

My deepest condolences go out to the family of SPC David J. Babineau. Your loss is unimaginable and our thoughts and prayers are with you. My son is also in Bravo Co, 1/502d and has expressed his sadness in losing a buddy.

To SPC David J. Babineau family. This posting makes my heart so heavy. I am so very saddened by your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.



Patty

Proud Military Mom of 2

Dear Babineau,

We are proud to say that our son stood shoulder to shoulder next to your son,in this fight for freedom and anti-terrorism.My son will never forget his "brothers". Your family remains in our prayers. Love, Jay & Susan Strobino

I am the mother of a son serving in baghdad, and a son about to deploy, and i am so very sorry for your loss of David. He is an American hero. He was a brave, young warrior. My heart breaks for you all, because i know how i worry, andi know the awful things that i think might happen, and for you it has become your nightmare, and so my heart truly aches for all of you. We must honor David, and always remember him, his life and his memory. He was a most remarkable young man. I thank you for giving us Americans such a hero,as David, who would go out in harms way to help others and to protect us. God has taken David home, and he will bless you all the rest of your lives...my very deepest sympathy. bernadette manley

May the Lord who is the source of all comfort, be with all of you and give you strength and His peace;you are always in my prayers. May the Great I Am be whatever you need Him to be for you at this trying time.