Christopher G. Walsh Obituary

On Saturday, May 28 I ran in the Cpl Christopher G. Scherer Memorial "I Did the Grid" Run/Walk in East Northport, NY. Each runner had the names of four Fallen Heroes on their race bib, and we were asked to reflect on these warriors who had made the ultimate sacrifice while running the four mile course. Christopher Walsh was on my bib. To his loved ones, I want you to know that I was thinking about his service and sacrifice on Saturday and today, Memorial Day. I just read the article about his persistence in getting medical treatment for the baby girl Mariam in Iraq. Truly amazing. I am in awe of his accomplishments and bravery and his steadfast service to our country and to others. God Bless and thank you. It was truly a privilege to run in his honor this Memorial Day weekend. - Polly P.

Always remembered. We are as grateful to him today as we were 7 years ago. We will always be indebted to him for his service and sacrifice for our country.

Chris you are in my thoughts today and always.

We wish to Thank You Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher Walsh and your Family for your Service and Sacrifices made for our Country and Freedoms. Thank You and May God Bless you and be with you.

To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher G. Walsh:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

I think of you almost every day Chris. I often remember the times in Fallujah that we served together. Patrols, fights, and the Marines we served. Most of all, I remember the last day of your life. I was in the vehicle with you only hours before your death. I remember when you dropped me and my sniper team at our destination. I looked at you and said,"stay safe and see you in a few hours."
I remember the explosion only blocks from our sniper hide. I remember the chatter on the radio. I remember the gunfire. I live the nightmare often in my dreams. Most of all I will always remember you Chris.
"SEMPER FI"
I'll see you on the other side soon.

To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher G. Walsh:
Remembering Christopher 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

I just am typing this so that everyone knows that we all still remember the great service Chris did for our country. He was a good friend and he made lots of people laugh and he was a good person.

I was just thinking of you bro. I remember seeing you last at the FOB. You were on your way out to draw her blood. And we talked about how difficult the stick would be. I think of you often, as a fellow Corpsman, Marine, and a Warrior. Semper Fidelis.

To the family of Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher G. Walsh:
Christopher 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

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Sincerely,
Kenna

I worked with Chris in the St. Louis Fire Dept., I was an EMS dispatcher; Chris was a great person. I thank him for fighting for our freedom and he will not be forgotten.

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 Christopher, 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 Petty Officer 2nd Class Walsh!

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)

To All Parents
“I’ll lend you for a little time a child of Mine,” He said.
“For you to love the While he lives and mourn for when he’s dead.
It may be six or seven years, or 22 or three,
But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me?
He’ll bring his charms to gladden you, and shall his stay be brief.
You’ll have his lovely memories as solace and relief.
“I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return,
But there are some lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I’ve looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true
And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate Me when I come to take him back again?”
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we’ll run.
We’ll shelter him with tenderness, we’ll love him while we may
And for the happiness we’ve known forever grateful stay;
But shall the angels call for him much sooner than we’ve planned.
We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand.”

I share in your loss; Proud Mother of Petty Officer 1st Class Joseph Adam McSween EODMU-11; IKA near Kirkuk, Iraq on 04-06-07

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Petty Officer 2nd Class Walsh and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

my name is Kristi Wheeler- Wilson I went to miege with Chris but I just found out about his untimely death for that I'm sorry for your loss I lockered next to him for 4 years and enjoyed all of them. after reading this guest book I realized that I was doing the Breast Cancer 3-day walk and I stopped to pay my respects to the motor cade. I had no idea that it was for Chris. Thank you for having such a wonderful son he touched so many lives including mine. kristi

God bless you Christopher G. Walsh. Thank you for your unconditional service to our country.

Family and Friends of Chris: I served with Chris when we were both at the reserve center, as we went through NPSAC around the same time. He was an outstanding individual, a model sailor, a guy everyone liked being around, and he will be missed. I was deeply sadened by news of his death. He touched many lives and continues to live on in our memories. My deepest condolences and God Bless you.

To the family of Chris Walsh. Please know that prayers go up for God's special touch of comfort this Christmas day and every day. Peace be with you.

It is the American Serviceman, not the reporter, Who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the American Serviceman, not the poet, Who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the American Serviceman, not the campus organizer, Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.
It is the American Serviceman, not the lawyer, Who has given us a right to a fair trial.
It is the American Serviceman, who salutes the flag, Who serves under the flag, And whose coffin is draped by the flag.

God Bless PO2 Walsh!

Dear Mrs.Walsh, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your son, Chris. I heard of his story on ABC News last Friday and was extremely touched by what a fine young man he was. Tears streamed down my face as I heard how he had reached out to the little Iraqi child. You certainly raised a beautiful human being. How proud you must be of him. I was quite touched as my nine year old grandson is Christopher Walsh. I will tell him of your son's courage and compassion and what a fine example he was of a truly noble American. I will tell him he can be proud to share your son's name. With deepest sympathy,

They all are heroes, but Chris Walsh was a very extra special hero. What a difference was made in the life of an Iraqui family and one tiny girl as a result of Chris' life. As a veteran and a mother, I thank Chris and his family from the bottom of my heart. You raised a fine son.

Maureen,
I just saw a news report showing what I am sure was only a glimpse of who Chris was and what he stood for. You should be so proud of such a son. My sincere thanks to you and your family for the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of all. You are in my prayers.
Suzanne

Doc Walsh, or ‘Pappy’ was my friend and fellow Navy Corpsman who served with me in Weapons Company. We shared the same room in California. Whether from drunken mischief in the barracks, or debates over politics, he always brought a smile to our faces. I’ll never forget him, or any of the others who I served with, and I have memorialized his life in different ways and in different places, so that others can know how good of a man he was. If the family is reading this, please accept my deepest condolences, and know that I pray for you and your Chris every day, and I plan to for the rest of my life.

Semper Fi
– Doc J

My heartfelt sympathy to the Walsh family in the loss of Christopher. I did not know Christopher, 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. Christopher you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

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

I normally do not sign any other book other than US NAVY EOD, but in this case, Chris' date of death is my birthday. I am a Navy EOD widow, and I know that there are never going to be any words that anyone can say to relieve you of the pain. It is constant. There's a long road ahead, nothing can make that easier....God Bless you....

May God bless his wings for the sacrifice he has made. May God keep your family close as times are troubled. May all of the lives that were saved with the loss of one remember, always. Keeping you and yours in my prayers now and always. Thank you to Chris and his family for what they have given to not only myself but to the country.

To the Family & friends of Christopher,



I had never had the pleasure of meeting Christopher. I send you my deepest sympathy. May he live on in your hearts and he will never be forgotten!



Sister of Sgt. Ronald Kirby (1/25 H&S)

To the Family of Chris

I know of your son through a friend who worked with him in St. Louis. I will pray for you like I pray for my own family. We too have made the same sacrifice for freedom. God Bless and keep you in his loving care.

To the Family of Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher G. Walsh:

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 )

You do not know me, but I believe it was your loved one's funeral procession we saw on Friday as we were on K-7 walking the Breast Cancer 3 Day Walk. It was such a touching moment to an already emotional day! This was the longest funeral procession I have ever seen and proof that your loved one is a wonderful man!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES 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. GODSPEED AND

SEMPER FI.



A PROUD MARINE MOM

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



Thank you Chris for making the ultimate sacrafice for our freedom. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. May God bless your family during this difficult time.

I am very sorry. Hope to see you soon.

To the Walsh Family,

My condolensces on the loss of your son, brother, and friend while serving our country and keeping us free.



Thank you Christopher Walsh for fighting for our freedom.



In sympathy and prayer,

Dear Walsh Family,



I'm deeply saddened to learn about the loss of Chris. My prayers will be with you during this difficult time. May God Bless.



Thank you Chris for serving your country. Your sacrifice and dedication will never be forgotten.

Dear Maureen and Family,

I am deeply sorry to hear that Christopher lost his life in Iraq. I am so proud of him and his dedication to our country. He is truly a hero in all our eyes. God Bless him and your family.



God Bless The U.S.A.

Proud Mom of a Soldier Serving In Iraq.

Maureen.

We are so sorry about the loss of your son. We appreciate the kindness you have shown to us and we want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

"Every action of our lives touches on some chord that will vibrate in eternity" a quote by Edwin Hubbel Chapin. No doubt your son's actions, both at home and in Iraq will do exactly that.

God's blessings to you and your family!

It was always great to see Chris when he worked at Abbott EMS, and when he went on to the St. Louis Fire Dept.



Words cannot fully express my gratitude for Chris' ultimate sacrifice for his country.



God Bless you!



Walter Scholl, Paramedic, Abbott EMS

Maureen & Family,

Not sure you will remember me, but I worked at public library in LaCygne when you guys lived there and did story hour programs for the children. I remember Chris from story hour and his first years of school..not sure how long he went to LaCygne as I transferred to Fontana. I was sorry to hear about your loss of Chris. May God Bless you and your family through this time of sorrow and comfort you with good memories of the things that Chris did and his service to his country. My prayers are with you.

God bless our troops and Chris. We salute you for your ultimate sacrifice. God rest your soul.

Dear Maureen and family

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God Bless you always!!



Ann Ravnikar

Pat-

We're sorry to hear about Chris. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Laura and I will be out of town on Friday- we wish we could be there. Take care.

Chris was a great partner and dear friend. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rest Well, Brave Warrior.....



Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

We owe a great debt to Chris and all the others who pay the ultimate sacrifice for home and country. My deepest sympathies

Our profound gratitude for the courage shown, and sacrifice given, on behalf of all of us in the USA by Christopher.

Maureen, Patrick, Joe, Erin & Meghan,



We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.



Tim, Julie & Brittany Conroy

It was an honor to know and work with Chris at the St Louis Fire Department EMS. I am very proud of your son's service to our country and he will be missed.

Thank you Chris.

God bless you for your service to us all.

I would like to thank chris for fighting for our country and helping the world be a safer place. I was in boy scouts with Chris and I will never forget him. I would like to send my Condolences to his family.

As we offer prayers for your family in this time of sorrow, we will also offer prayers of thankfulness for the work and sacrifice of your loved one, Christopher. God Bless your family, may you find joy in your memories of him, and peace and comfort in knowing that there are many military families keeping you in our hearts.

My deepest heartfelt sorrow for your loss of you son. He will always be remember by myself and my family for what he has given for our nation. I was proud to serve with him in Iraq and had the honor of knowing him. God Bless your family. I don't know what to say that would help at this time to ease your pain. Our prayers will be with you during your time of sorrow. Lance Cpl Cody Hill and my mother, Linda Branscum, Ada, OK

Walsh FAmily, Friends & Loved Ones: I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Altho I didn't know him, he is truly "One of ours", an American Hero, one of the best. God bless, strengthen, & comfort you all day by day. I appreciate Petty Officer Walsh, he did a dangerous job that others might live free & unafraid. Thank You.

Sincerely,

I am Deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher G. Walsh.

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

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

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



For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

2 Corinthians 5:1



With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on.

Softly and slowly...

Time heals...