Dwayne E. Williams Obituary

Hey Dad you are missed I tell you that much. I promise I´m gonna make you proud with whatever I do in life. You are a warrior and I really look up to you. I just want to take this time to say thank you for everything and that I love you I won´t let you down

Dwayne you are truly missed. You will never be forgotten.

Missing you

ETERNAL LOVE MARINE.

GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. WE MISS YOU VERY MUCH. our love will never die

10 years bro, I miss you.

Thinking of you today. I can't believe its been ten years since you left this world. God Bless and Semper Fi.

Today I found your page again. It has been awhile. sitting here thinking how it is almost 10 years since you left, and now I'm preparing for your Dad (SSGT.Arnold W. Stewart USAR retiree) to be joining you soon. Your Father has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Liver and Lung Cancer and he was neither a drinker or a smoker. All I can say is you two was so much alike and now Malachi is falling into that same mold and it brings my heart joy to know that you will be there to greet him. We will be together for 43 years married for 38 in January 2016 and I'm going to miss him. So you take good care of him until I get there

love ya always

My friend I went to see your resting place.... It wouldn't of been right for me to be that close and not so by.... missing and thinking about you often

I never had the privilege of of meeting Ssgt Williams but my brother served with him and was there that fateful August day. My brother spoke so highly of Ssgt Williams early on and respected him immensely. The loss of Ssgt Williams had a huge impact on my brother and I will never forget it. I moved to the east coast two years ago and was able to visit Arlington and pay my respects and I am so glad that I could.

From our family to yours, Love.

Hey Bro I know I'm a day late I got a little carried away celebrating even thou your not here I try to enjoy your birthday each year as if u were with me. I miss you dearly and deeply Happy Birthday Newly!!!!!!

August 24, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams:
Always remembering Dwayne. "Some gave all."

I can't believe it's almost been 6 years man....

Been thinking about you a lot this week. Miss you brother, see ya on the other side

Hey newly I miss you so much dude. Feel like I am losing my mind. I'm still holding it down,I got 5 years left til retirement. I'm still pushing through the Marine Corps because of you. I just finished my 8th combat deployment. Save a place for me bro,I love you.

Your brother,
Stephen Williams Sr.

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams:
Please accept my remembrance of Dwayne on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Thank you to everyone that helped me get the portrait to his family. It's the least I could do for the family of the man who did the most he could do.

Semper Fi

I have a gift for SSGT's family. Its a professional pencil portrait drawn by a Marine artist (you can see it in the photos here.) If someone from the family could please contact me with an address to send it to I would greatly appreciate it.

Today Is your Birthday.... Happy Birthday To You!!!! I can only imagine what fun your having too, I wish I could be having all that fun right along with you.... Miss you much, I love you more.... Hoorah Semper Fi Your Memory lives On!!!!

Seven simple letters would tell me all that I need to know about this fine American - USMC & EOD. The heartfelt words penned by SSgt William's son Malachi tell me that he was a wonderful father, and other words left by those who love him show a man who was kind, considerate, loyal and caring. America, along with his family and friends, his community and the USMC are the poorer for his passing but he leaves behind a legacy that will not easily be forgotten.
God bless you SSgt Williams, your wife and son and all those who miss your presence in their lives. Semper Fi.

Hey SSGT Thinking of you tonight. RIP friend.

Toasting to my hero, my friend and my brother. We never got the chance to have that shot face to face so Im doing it now even thou your in spirit. And Thanks for keeping your niece laughing. I know its you even thou I can't see your face all because you made me laugh. When she gets older being that she's only going on two month, I'm going to tell her all about you just like I will continue to tell the world.
Semper Fi My Dude

Missin a great person!

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams:
Remembering Dwayne 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

he was a great man also known as my dad. malachi

The Candle shall burn FOREVER

Semper Fi MARINE

UNC

You are always in my thoughts. We have a new Grand Baby and have named him Dwayne. We Love and Miss You so much.

Unc
Daine

Hey SSTG its Doc Clarno again.
Today during our African-American Heritage Potluck at work we were asked to think of our biggest African-American influence in the military and I instantly thought of you. You were an good leader, a strong Marine, and great man. By far one of the best influences on my life regardless of your race or creed. Semper Fi SSTG

I know this is a little late but wanted you to know that we have not forgotten. We wish you a Happy New Year for 2010, Happy Birthday, and Happy Valentines Day Sweetheart. If you only knew how much you are missed by all the people in this world that truly loved you whole heartedly. But with what you left behind for us, your legacy, your Son is the most precious jewel. For him we are truly grateful.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY BELOVED NEPHEW. YOUR MEMORY IS ALWAYS PRESENT. YOU HAVE PAID THE COST THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE IN A WORLD OF FREEDOM AND PEACE. WE LOVE YOU MY HERO.

UNC
DAINE

U.S. ARMY, RET.

Semper Fi and Happy B-Day SSGT.

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN BRO I KNOW YOUR IN HEAVEN HAVING A "HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY". AND WE DOWN HERE ON EARTH KEEPING IT GOING. YOUR NAME, YOUR LEGACY, STILL RINGS "NEWLY" AS WE KNOW IT, "SSGT" OR MAYBE JUST DWAYNE. A GOOD DUDE, COOL, CALM, FUNNY, A OUT OF THIS WORLD LEADER, AND LOTS OF OTHER GREAT THINGS PEOPLE SAY ABOUT YOU. BUT FOR RIGHT NOW THESE FEW WILL HAVE TO DO. BECAUSE IF I KEEP IT GOING I DON'T THINK IT'LL ALL FIT. FOR WITH YOU PEOPLE HAVE NOTHING BUT GREAT THINGS TO SAY WHEN THEY SPEAK OF YOU. EACH STORY IS DIFFERENT, UNIQUE IN IT'S ON WAY. WITH NO ONE TELLING THE SAME STROY IT RARELY HAPPENS THAT WAY. JUST TELLS YOU HOW GOOD OF A MEN YOUR THOUGHT TO BE. BUT YOU ALREADY, NO THAT. YOU THE MAN BRO, YOU THE MAN. SO WITH THAT BEING SAID I END OFF WITH A SALUTE TO YOU SSGT. WE MISS YOU, I MISS YOU, WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, WE LOVE YOU,AND WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR SMILE TO KEEP US FROM BEING DOWN.

SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE....UNTIL THEN WATCH OVER ME, AS I KEEP YOU IN MY HEART.

To the family of Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams:
Dwayne 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

Someone give this message to his family please.

I had the distinct honor of serving next to Dwayne for 3 and 1/2 months as part of his security team. I was pulled from his team to assist an other team on 7 August 2006. I was completely devistated when I heard of his passing. SSGT Williams was, and forver will be, a hero to me. There were several days that I felt might be my last and just when I was ready to give up I would turn to see SSGT grinning away ready to take on the world. It was his ability to smile even on the worst days that made me realize I couldn't let the bad days take me. Further more his technical skills saved my life as well as the lives of countless marines and soldiers.

I added a picture of him I took in June or July of 2006. Its my favorite because he had just turned from his regular grinning face to one with his tounge sticking out slightly. I always laughed when i saw him doing this.

I have tried to send this message countless times but I have never felt what I was saying was enough. I don't think I could ever understand the pain you have all had to endore. I know that nothing I can say will truely make it easier or less painful. I also know there is no way I could ever really tell you how gratefull I am to have been able to serve along side of SSGT Dwayne Williams.

RIP Big Willy D

I met you when we were young marines....me you and corey lol. me and you conected like brothers. i always thought it to be so weird how three people could be so close lol. i remember the last minute shirts we use to make to wear lol, and i remember corey always on the sideline dictating what philly symbol he wanted on his shirt. I would brag to people about you all the time. my aunt and uncle would ask about you and your family. they were there at your funeral in place of my absense. i never go to funerals man...i didnt even go to my grandmothers...i jus cant take it i guess. but this was the defining moment in our lives. you called me one day from iraq....i think it was your second tour. i remember asking you were you saved and filled with the holy spirit/ you paused for a moment.....and said how you had been to church and everything in the past, then you said "NO" we talked about jesus for a minute....then you excepted jesus as your personal savior and thanked me:) heaven is a beautiful place isnt it lil brother? im sure ill find out one day..love yu buddy.....

WHAT MY BROTHER MEANS TO ME IM GLAD THE WHOLE WORLD CAN SEE BECAUSE ALIVE OR AT PEACE HE MEANS THE WORLD TO ME....... FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO WISH MY BROTHER A HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY 31ST BIRTHDAY EVEN THOU YOUR NOT PHYSICALLY HERE I KNOW YOUR SPIRITS NEAR...... I MISS U ALOT ITS LIKE MY LIFE JUST STOP WHEN LEFT, BUT THANK GOD I'VE BEEN BLESSED TO PULL MYSELF BACK TOGETHER BECAUSE I NO THAT'S WHAT U WOULD WANT..... AND I APOLOGIZE FOR BREAKING DOWN IN THE FIRST PLACE I KNOW YOUR LOOKING DOWN WITH A FROWN BECAUSE BREAKING DOWN AN LOSING COOL WASN'T U I LOVE U MUCH AND I LOVE U STILL I WON'T LET ANYONE FORGET U!!!!!!! REST IN PEACE "NEWLY" I MISS U!!!!! AND FROM OUR FAMILY: TO EVERYONE THAT HAS SHARED THOUGHTS, MEMORIES, AND CONDOLENCES ON THIS SITE AND ANY OTHER SITE I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU ALL AND MY GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!! LOVE ALWAYS YOUR LITTLE SISTER -BRITTNEY

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 Dwayne, 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.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Williams!

I was apart of 3/2 the unit SSGT. Williams was supporting. This is how I met him. One night we were on patrol and called in a Ied, after waiting for an hour, and another hour went by. EOD told us it was water pumps. So the next day we really did find an Ied in the field right next to the bridge. We cordoned of the Ied. So SSGT, Williams team comes out, and my self and my Squad leader told him it is over there. He was so confident. Anyway some one fired shots, and I am looking for cover, and I see SSGT Williams cool, and calm not even thinking about the shots. He send the robot in there. Then he walked up to the IED cut the wire. He then found out that there was secondary devices. (1) pressure sensitive.. He later took it back analyzed and took photos of the Ied. It was the 1st Ied we found in our company and maybe the Battalion. Two weeks goes by and I heard he died. He was a brave man, and I respected him. Him and his EOD team saved countless other Marines Lives from 3rd Bn 2nd Marines.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the WILLIAMS family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[ES] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation.THANK YOU..All Hard Chargers..COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST..We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers.As we stood and upon those last [4] spoken words we are FOREVER BROTHERS......SEMPER..FI.....B.V.C.

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)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Williams and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

SSgt Williams is my Hero! So many Marines are alive because of him and the team he lead. I watched him work, and his courage and professionalism were unmatched. My tankers loved him and his team, and always knew we were in good hands when he was on scene. I thank God every day I get to work with men of such character. Some say this world is a lesser place because he is gone. I say it is a better one because he was here.

Crusher 8

Williams Family
I am so osrry for your lost Dwayne was a friend of mine.We were stationed at Cherry Point togather but learned about each other when we served in Iraq togather at Al Asad with MWSS 271.I myself is from Baltimore We use to joke and kid about home and if anyone would talk about B-more we told the other Marines that we had each others back.Dwayne will be missed.

Thank You.

“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines


Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full

We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward

What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives

Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us

They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown

Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full

Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux,

SGT Dwayne Williams, I never got the great opportunity to meet you, but your uncle (my boss) told me so much about you. You and I shared one greatest passion and that was demolition of ammunition!! I will remember you as "The Master BLaster!!!" You are a great tribute the U.S. Armed Forces and I thank you so much for everything you did for protecting our freedom!!! I know that you are also a great father, husband and son. You made your family very proud!!!

I am a friend of Notre at WSMR, NM and although I did not know this young man, I can tell he was a wonderful husband, father, friend and soldier that was loved by many and will be missed by all. My thoughs and prayers are with each of you.

Dwayne, I never met you in person and will forever be sad about that. But my young Cousin, I truly loved our correspondence last year when I realized you were so very interested in your family roots, and reading and hearing about what such a wonderful person you were, I am proud that such a gifted man is a member of our Family and I thank God for the time that you walked this Earth. Many a man, woman and child, are safer for your unending efforts to do your job and we say our Blessings for you because God chose you for your ultimate sacrifice. Go with God,Dwayne. May you sleep in your Eternal Peace.

Your Cousin,

Deloris

Though I never got to know or meet you as a cousin, I still feel tremendous pride for what you have done, sadness at your demise but appreciation for your sacrifice on the altar of freedom. May you sleep in eternal peace and may your wife and child revel in remembrance of your life. God bless and keep you.

Our beloved Dwayne,

You left a legacy of strength, honor, fortitude, and undying love....and your death was not in vain. You have become a mentor and a hero to your son Malachi, my sons and American sons everywhere. I miss that beautiful smile, but rest in the assurance that we will share time again in heaven.

All my love within your memory to Marines everywhere,
Aunt Cheryl

A tribute to my nephew, S/Sgt Dwayne E Williams. Your time here on earth with us seemed very short, but you left an everlasting legacy that we will forever cherish. You will be remembered by your entire family as our HERO and you gave your life protecting the lives of others. Semper Fi is the word of the day forever.
Uncle Samuel Williams

I miss you so much. The moving tribute has some words that express my Love. You have served your Country with Honor as a Hero of the people.

Unc

I am sorry that this is the first time I have contacted you. My name is Bryan Carter and I had the honor of being a member of Dwayne's EOD team while he was in Iraq. I can not express my heart felt sorrow toward his family. I knew 'Willy' for only 7 short months that he was my team leader but he soon became one of my best friends. His smile always kept us going through the rough times and his leadership always pointed us in the right direction. I would love to get in contact with his parents via email or telephone until I can meet you someday in the future. I have some pictures and videos from our deployment that I would like to get to you. Again I cant express in words how I feel, every day I pray for him and for your piece of mind. God Bless

My condolences to the family and Dwayne's twin (Malachi). (AWWWWW BOOOPPPP)were two of Wayne's words he loved to say. Goods times were when myself, Wayne, Cheryl and Dee would just have fun hanging out together. Wayne always kept a smile on our faces by just being the special person he is. All memories will NEVER be forgotten. Wayne you TRUELY WILL BE MISSED.

TAMIKA

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A PROUD MARINE MOM

Dwayne you will be missed RIP

My deepest condolences to the family of Dwayne, he was a very close and dear friend to me.He could always make you laugh,he loved to joke around. He will be missed.

Dwayne and Family:

I never got the chance to meet Dwayne all though I knew Jason had another brother beside Rodney and Arnold,Jr. I am heartbroken for you and your family. I will forever remember Dwayne and what he done for our country. I am not good with words which is why I chose to put a poem instead of trying to write something. Just know if you need anything feel free to email me.

Just remember God has a plan for everyone and he needed Dwayne to be with him up in Heaven. Remember the good memories of Dwayne and dwell on those.

God Bless.

~Susan~ (Jason's girlfriend)

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

Dearest Dwayne,

Thank you for the ultimate sacrifcie that you have paid. It is a true honor for me to call you brother. Your love and bravery lives on in our hearts. You will be deeply missed.

To my sister and nephew we will always be here for you know matter what you may need.Your courage and strength amazes me. We are truly blessed to have you in our family. We love you with all our hearts.

As a Marine family, we deeply share your loss, and send our heartfelt condolences. Godspeed Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams, may perpetual light shine upon him.

We miss you, buddy.........

Dear Williams FAmily,

Even though we have never met I feel as if we are a part of a "family". My daughter's fiancee was killed in Iraq by an IED on Oct. 3, 2005. It is my prayer that you will feel God holding as close to His heart as He has held my family these past months. May you feel His peace and comfort as you face the difficult days ahead.

My

heartfelt sympathy to the Williams family in the loss of Dwayne. I did

not know Dwayne, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss

of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your

heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close.

Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Dwayne you are my

hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I live close to ARLINGTON

NATIONAL CEMETERY and visit there weekly. While I was at ANC yesterday

I attended Dwayne's funeral service. I promise you each time I am there

I will stop by and visit/honor Dwayne. I send each of you a hug from

the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom

To live in the hearts of those you leave behind is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

I wish to extend my most heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of SSgt Willims. May the angels walk with you on the difficult path ahead, and find some comfort that your loved one is in a place of peace.

From one Marine family to another, Dwayne will never be forgotten.

Although words can never begin to ease the sorrow of your loss. Please know that you are in the prayers of so many who care. May the soul of our Hero with wings, SSgt. Dwayne Williams, rest in peace.



Proud Mom of 2 U.S. Marines

Sgt. Chris and Cpl. David

Godspeed Marine.

May He hold your family close during this time.

From our Marine family to yours, our deepest sympathy.

With aching heart, I am so sorry for your lose.

I pray God's angels hold you in their arms for as long as you need to be there.

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. We will be always grateful for Dwayne, for the sacrifice that he made. God bless you and your family with comfort and peace. Semper Fi.

Military Parents

To the Family of Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous 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. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all 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. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now 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 those 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 courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero and my sincere thanks for his service. May God grant you peace.



The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave



Aunt of PFC Chase Edwards, USMC

KIA 4-6-06

On behalf of the members of the Baltimore Detachment #565 Marine Corps league, 1426 East Fort Avenue, Baltimore Maryland 21230. I would like to offer the family of our brother Marine any support that you need. As Detachment Commandant I extend to you my deepest sympathy and would like to assure you that Marine Williams will be guarding the streets of heaven. Semper Fidelis

Dwayne you will be truly missed by your Father and Me . I know that we weren't as close as we should have been. But we have always loved you very much. He spoke of you often, wondering what you were doing and how you were. Even though we lived separate lives there was always a connection. Your three brothers Arnold Jr. Rodney, and Jason Stewart will miss you also.
TO YOUR MOM: Brenda stay strong and know that God had other plans and we are only promised to be here for a little while. And god wanted his best angel back. For you Ms. Brenda Job well done. Dwayne we love you and will very deeply miss you.

Dear Williams Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved hero Dwayne. Words cannont express the admiration and appreciation I have for this brave young man. He has paid the ultimate price for our country. May Dwayne rest in peace surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Thank you SSG Dwayne E. Williams, a true American hero to all!

In recognition of Dwayne E. Williams Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.



SEMPER FIDELIS



Don Elseroad

SSgt USMC(Ret)

Junior Vice Commandant

MCL Detachment #969

We have never met in person, but we have a common bond. I feel your pain for only one month ago I lost my older brother LCpl. James W. Higgins Jr. I am deeply sadden by your loss. Words cannot describe how it feels to lose a loved one. I cannot explain how I felt when I recieved the news from two Marines knocked on my front door. I pray for you and your family and I know that he is now with my brother, a fellow Marine. God bless your family in this time of loss.



Joseph Higgins

My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved son.



Semper Fi

Andrea Green

Proud Mom of Cpl. J.Z.

Veteran

OIF I and OIF II

6/2002-6/2006

To Dwayne'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

I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Staff Sgt. Dwayne E. Williams.


The price this young hero and his family have paid for this country and our freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.


May Dwayne rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord be with the Williams family.


There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.





Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.


Psalm 55:22





Praying that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.