Pfc. Phillip B. Williams
Pfc. Phillip B. Williams
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Phillip B. Williams Obituary
Phillip "Brandon" Williams, son of South Lake Tahoe Police Sergeant Phillip "Brad" Williams, was killed in action on Monday, October 9, 2006, while serving as a Military Police Officer in Baghdad, Iraq. Brandon was attached to the 101st Airborne, 506th Military Police. Brandon's MP Unit protects Explosive Ordinance Disposal personnel dispatched to handle roadside bombs and other improvised explosive devices. After being dispatched to handle such a situation, Brandon's unit began taking sniper fire. Tragically, Brandon was killed.
Brandon was born in Yuba City, CA, in 1985. He moved to South Lake Tahoe as a toddler, when his father was hired as a South Lake Tahoe Police Officer. Brandon was preschool aged when the family moved to Gardnerville, Nevada. Brandon grew up in Gardnerville. He received his diploma from Douglas High School in 2005, whereupon he immediately enlisted in the US Army. Brandon wanted to follow in his father's footsteps in law enforcement, and signed up for the Military Police. He was dispatched to serve in Baghdad, Iraq.
Brandon is survived by his Father, Sergeant Brad Williams of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, his mother Lisa Hall of Minden, Nevada; his brother Aaron of Stateline, Nevada; his brother Justin a US Marine stationed in Washington DC; and his sister Amy, of Minden, Nevada.
Brandon's family is extremely proud of him and his service to our country. He loved his family and friends. He loved Nevada, and wanted to be returned to the Carson Valley if anything happened to him in combat.
Brandon was laid to rest on Saturday, October 21st, in Eastside Memorial Park in Minden, Nevada.
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Jeremy Litka
May 30, 2019
Just wanted to pay respect to a young man from my home town that paid the ultimate sacrifice for his country. I was at the East Memorial park on Memorial day paying my respect to the fallen and I came across his head stone.
"we are forever indebted to those who have given their live that we might be free" Ronald Reagan
Valerie J
January 15, 2016
Hey Brandon, was thinking about you today and it's crazy how much time has passed. I hadn't talked to you in a couple years before you went off to the army. I remember joking around with you and having a good time. You were such an easygoing, kind-hearted guy. Thinking of our friendship and those limited memories were of such a simpler time. I wish that we had kept in touch. I miss you and hope to see you again someday.
Ernesto Perez
December 5, 2014
My dear friend "Dingo" There is never a day that I don't think of you. I still remember the 1st day we met at A Co 787 4th Platoon. You quickly became my best friend and for that I will always remember you. I had the honor to meet Mr. Bartley the day of our graduation and we had dinner together. Mr. Bartley please if you read this, contact me, I have a few stuff that "Dingo" made for me and I would like to give them to you. "Dingo", You were, you are and you will always be my best friend. I will see you in heaven.
Ashley Flom
October 6, 2013
There's never a day that goes by that I don't think of Brandon. Driving by the old house. Remember playing in the desert across the way. ...still seems like yesterday that he came up to the table at Katie's and flashed that great unforgettable smile. ...that was the last time I saw Him. I know it won't be the last. He is so very missed. He will always be my Hero. I know you're still checking in. Making sure all is well...it's hard. But it's well.
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tony cervantes
January 27, 2012
brandon will always be my son jacob' best friend! Many a night I would throw him a blanket as he slept on a favorite recliner while staying overnite,(we still have that chair!! i consider him a son, a brave young man who wanted to make a difference, little he may have known, he did!! my family as I are very proud of him, such a waste of a good hearted person, intelligent human being and a great friend to my sons, wife, and even to me, tony Cervantes, jakes dad. We may miss him, may not have him in our minds all the time, But, we shall never forget his memories on oour lives and the positive he's shared with us forever, he'll not very soon be forgotten, a true gentleman, will see ya!!!!
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2011
October 9, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip B. Williams:
Please accept my remembrance of Phillip on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
nicholas philips
October 14, 2010
Hey man i'm a fellow soldier from Gardnerville. It hurts me to see any soldiers gone, but especially from the same place I grew up in. You probably drove all the same roads I did before I enlisted. My prayers go out to you and your family. Spc. Philips
Peggy Childers
October 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Phillip B. Williams:
Remembering Phillip 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
January 26, 2010
My husband served with Brandon in Baghdad with the 101st. I remember every time he would talk about him, he had nothing but kind words. He always says "Williams was one of the good ones". I am so sorry for your loss and cannot imagine what it is like for you, even three years later. You are all still in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Childers
October 22, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Phillip B. Williams:
Phillip 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
Paige Hughes
October 11, 2009
Alli took a picture of Brandon, along with a poem, to school for a class tribute to our military. He will never be forgotten!!!
Linda Siller
October 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Justin Williams
October 9, 2009
I want to personally thank everyone that comes to this page and spends their time sharing their thoughts and good wishes for Brandon.
Today marks the 3 year anniversary of Brandon's death and even still, while i'm sitting here going on with my day, I can pull this up and fell more at ease.
I will keep this short and end it with a simple thank you from the whole Williams family.
His brother
July 21, 2009
I ordered on of the hero bracelets and his name was on the one I received. I want to say thank you for what PFC.Phillip's gave for his country, his life...
Kenna Larra
March 12, 2009
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
In Memory of 'Brandon' ~ (Debra Estep)
October 10, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Brandon, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
I would also like to thank Brad and Justin for their civilian and military service. It is because of folks like you that we have the freedoms and safety we do.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2008
To the family of Pfc. Phillip B. Williams:
Phillip 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
Trey (7), Myself, Austin (5) Christmas '07
Becky Rowe
July 31, 2008
Thank You Brandon for your sacrifice, and for my freedom, you will never be forgotten. I never had the chance to meet you but I know your family. Your Aunt was there for me in my time of need and now I hope to return the favor. God Bless You Brandon, my hero.
God Bless,
Becky Rowe & Family
SGT J.T. Courson
June 12, 2008
Just wanted you to know that I still think about you and the times we hung out and you were the life of the party with your motor sounds.
You served your country and us well as a soldier and it will not be forgotten.
June 8, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Williams!
Ethel Johnson
November 12, 2007
I'am extremely sorry that this has been late I have been really busy...with alot of events has been going on it is has been a year since ur son has passed. My husband SPC A. Johnson served next to your son during the war in iraq and my husband told me that he reminded him of his brother that is also serving the army. Even though this is late I haven't meet him in person I wish i had. Just remember how he lived.
August 15, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
August 1, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Williams and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
May 30, 2007
Dear Philip,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN PHILLIP. Just know that there is a family in Lancaster, PA that will always remember you, always honor you, never forgot you or the sacrifice you and your family have made.
To Phillip's family: TRY and find something positive about today -- REMEMBER, recall a memory that brings a smile to your face rather than only tears.
Your friend in PA
Hugs and much love and respect
Pam Adams and family (SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA 12/1/05)
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 15, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
February 1, 2007
“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
andrew laframboise
December 26, 2006
to the family of PFC Williams,
my name is PFC laframboise and i had the honor of training with your son in basic and Military Police school. you son "dingo" (as we know him) was a great person and soldier. he will be missed by all who had the chance to know him. He always brought a smile to us soldiers in the barracks during our stay at fort leonardwood. i had the pleasure of staying in the same bay as him and i remember one night he took his two flashlights (one red and one blue) and went around the bay like a patrol car to make us laugh. He will be missed.
-pfc laframboise
9th Military Police Detachment
mannheim , germany
Carol Keiser
November 10, 2006
All there is to say is that I'm so sorry. Our prayers are with you and our tears are along side of yours.
In His Grip,
Janis Barnard
November 8, 2006
To the family of PFC Phillip Williams,
There are no words to express the depth of our sympathy for the loss of your soldier. Our son is serving in the 101st Airborne Division in Iraq and we understand that your loss is unimaginable. We hope that somehow you will find comfort knowing that Phillip served well and served bravely and is with God. He gave his life for us - this I will always believe. We pray that you will find peace one day in this terrible terrible loss and comfort in your faith.
John and Janis Barnard
Tom Courson
October 31, 2006
We are griefed to hear of your son's death. We are gladden to hear that he is a christian and is in heaven with our savior Jesus Christ. Our son is Jeremy Courson who served with your son. While earthly grieve does not go away; we are comforted by the word from God's word until we join our love one's in heaven. Tom and Marilyn Courson.
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
October 30, 2006
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,
Norma Allmon
October 30, 2006
All my loving thoughts to the family of Pvt. Williams. My nephew Jeremy Courson loved your boy like a brother. Phillip is shining as a star in the sky, his smile and soul blesses all of us. Sincerely, Norma
Libby Fargo
October 28, 2006
My heart breaks for the family of PFC Williams because I know personally how they are feeling. My son, CPL Adam Fargo was killed in Baghdad on July 22, 2006 when an IED penetrated the vehicle he was driving. Adam was a medic assigned to HHC 4th BTB, 506th Infantry Regiment 101st ABN DIV (AASLT) but attached to A CO. I think it is probable that Adam and Brandon knew each other. Now they are together; happy and forever young. God had bigger plans for our very special heros. I know how difficult it is to get through each hour let alone each day. I hope it helps to know there are others that truly know what you are going through and feel your deep pain and are praying for you. Our sons were doing a very brave and noble thing. I'm always saying I don't want my Adam (and all the others that have made the ultimate sacifice) to have died in vain. A very close friend of our family and Adam's godmother told me that Adam and none of the other young men and women have died in vain because they were making a difference even if they only touched one life. I'm sure our boys touched more than one life. It seems so unfair that they had to go at such a young age, but I am SO proud of the MAN my Adam was, as you are of Brandon, I'm sure. Please feel free to contact me if you like, but believe me, I know how difficult that is to do. Your family are in my prayers.
marti mulkern
October 28, 2006
You have my condolences. Words cannot express your sorrow. I had two brothers in Viet Nam and were fortunate to get them back. My deep sympathy and my prayers are with you. marti
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
October 28, 2006
Rest in peace.
October 27, 2006
My condolences to the Williams family, we share your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Pfc. Williams thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held
Peace, peace, and farewell..."
Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)
email [email protected]
San Antonio, Texas
Garnet Jenkins
October 27, 2006
Please know that I am deeply sorry for the loss of
Pfc. Phillip B. Williams,
As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly,
and as a sister, who has lost a brother to war,
I am aware of the deep and devastating pain that you are experiencing.
The overwhelming heartache, seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes.
Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
Ever so softly and slowly, time does heal.
May Phillip Rest Safely, in the Caring Arms of God
and know that he WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I pray that God's Loving Comfort and Grace
will be with the Williams family.
I am the sister, of such a Young Hero,
who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.
Psalm 55:22
Sincerely hoping 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.
vera west
October 27, 2006
I am very sorry that we have lost another one of our great sons. He belonges to all of us.May your sorrow be lighter with all of us sharing it.
Edna Gomes (mother of Sgt.Latoya Gomes based in Iraq)
October 26, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dina LaPorte
October 25, 2006
I have already left a message in this guest book, but i received a reply from Brandon's Aunt, Michele Massey with a contact email. I tried to reply to that email, but it comes back undeliverable. Michele, please contact me again if you wish to. Once again, God bless you and your family.
Elaine Owens
October 24, 2006
Words cannot express what I felt when I heard we had lost an MP as my son SPC Kerry Owens is there as well. I grieve with you more than you'll ever know. But, I know just from reading the entries on the internet and from what my son confirmed, that your son was prepared to go a better place and I wish you all well. My thoughts and prayers are with you each and everyday.
Dina LaPorte
October 23, 2006
My heart broke when i heard of the loss of another couragious young man. I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Phillip, but my son, Adam Carrion, attended high school with him. He will always remain in my heart as a hero. May God bless your family and take care of Phillip for eternity.
J.T. Courson
October 23, 2006
What can I say, He was an MP to the core and I was proud to serve with him. He was always making video game sounds and making us laugh. I know that he was very religious becuase he came to chapel with me and know that he is up above watching out for us. I am sorry that I could not get to know him more. Miss you Williams !
SPC Stacey Abrams
October 23, 2006
Our hearts are there for you and all going through this hard time. May the Lord be with you all.
Joyce Andrews
October 23, 2006
With deepest sympathy to the family. Thank you for sharing your son for our freedom. My son, nephews, and other relatives are all in Bagdad at this moment. My prayers, thoughts, and understanding is with you. PFC. Phillip will never be forgotten in my heart.
Ruth Anne Sagosky
October 22, 2006
My deepest sympathies to the Williams' family. My own son was serving with Phil in Baghdad for the past several months. In Bill's words, "this is a tremendous loss". My heart aches for you all. Know this that Phil will live on in the hearts and minds of those who served with him and those who watch and pray for them all here in the United States of America.
MAXINE ABRAMS
October 22, 2006
My heart goes out to your family.You are in my prayers and if I can help in any way please contact me. I have a daughter (SPC Stacey Abrams) who is currently serving in Baghdad, she is only 22 years old. each day that she has been deployed I go to sleep and wake up with the same cold fear that she may not return home.Thankfully God has spared her so far. It is so sad that our young men and women( our babies) have to face this kind of danger at such a young age. They have not had a chance to live life or to experience the many changes life can bring one,as most of us parents naturally assumed they would. Yet, we as parents can,are,and should be, so very proud of our little boy or girl for having the courage, love, determination,and will to fight for their country so that those they love as well as themselves could continue to enjoy what every person should have a God-Giving right to, FREEDOM!
In such a short time span,our little boy or girl (as we parents see them)went from being our babies to being America's Heros,never giving second thought to the fact that they would be giving up the years,the times,the experiences that this time in between may have held for them.Instead they put on a coat of courage and stood ready to face pain, sadness,loneliness,fear,heartache,danger, and the knowledge, that this coat of courage also meant the chance of death. For that alone each one of these soliders deserve a metal.Our children went into the service as our babies or boys and girls,and in such a short time period,they now are MEN and WOMEN who have seen and experienced more life in ways that most of us here at home in America, will ever encounter.They have handled situations that most could not,been strong when most would be weak,faced fears and seen sites that most adults would not have the courage to face, they did not have the option of being able to turn to a loved one for that feeling of comfort and security that we all need when we are scared. They had only a memory and a great need for such a comfort from their love one. Yet, they were able to and do find such inner strenght in themselves that they are able to recognize and embrace and take comfort in the spirit of a loved one.
As the family and friends of a Hero, that are left here on earth to suffer the pain of sorrow,we too should recognize and embrace the comfort being offered to us by the spirit of our Hero.
May God fullfill your needs of strenght,courage, love and support needed to conquer this tragic.
My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
MAXINE ABRAMS (SPC STACEY ABRAMS)
AVON PARK, FLORIDA
[email protected]
Trest Campbell
October 22, 2006
Dearest Williams Family, I would not even to try to put into words how you are feeling at this time. Altough I did not know Brandon, it hurt so badly to hear of your loss and tears flowed freely for a young man I didn't have the honor to personally know. My son, SPC Nathan Campbell was a part of your son's squad and driver of the vehicle that Brandon was first assigned to when he arrived in Baghdad. I remember instant messaging my son while viewing on the webcam at the same time, and Nathan was working on transition drills with another soldier and laughing with him along with a few others. I asked who he was talking with and he "introduced" me to Brandon. How proud you must be that Brandon chose to serve our great country and gave his life a hero. While there's no word or deeds to ease your pain, I want to say thank you to you, Brandon's family, for his commitment to his country and our freedom, and his desire to share the great American freedom with others who don't know how it feels to be free! I pray that through the love and grace of Jesus Christ that all of you find comfort and peace during this time.
terrence-lovine williams
October 21, 2006
We are truly sorry for your loss of your son...
Ada McGill
October 21, 2006
My sympathy to the family of PFC Phillip B Williams you are dealing with my fear and others. Im so sorry. My son is Spec. Neil Wallace MP who is still there.
Lisa Johnson
October 21, 2006
Thank you for your son fighting for our freedom. We now think of him as a true hero. I am the mother of Pvt. Tiffany Bologra, also of the 101st, who is in Iraq and my heart goes out to you and your loved ones. Tiffany told me about your son and I know it affected her deeply because, in her words, we are one big family here, Mom, and we all look out for each other. I read the paper and hear the news everyday and it has a profound effect on me. I wonder,"Will my daughter be next"? I know there is no way to ever prepare one self to deal with that reality. So, I want to thank you and your family for your son fighting for our freedom and for protecting our country. We have traveled overseas to Europe and the Middle East and each time we return, I want to get down on my knees and kiss American soil because I know we are so fortunate to have our freedom. I don't take that for granted. I hope you can find comfort and solace in the support of your family and friends and most of all, if you do believe, in God.
Lisa M Johnson
Mom of Pvt. Bologra Tiffany M.
Cheryl Novas
October 21, 2006
A little bit of your son's free spirit and independent thinking yet respectful Army bearing lives on in all of his Band of Brothers. They all love each other as brothers and my son, Pfc. Jackson Lanners, is stationed with your son and knows him well will always have their brotherhood and all the best that your son and he share together. I feel as if I know him also through my son. Your loss is deep but know that your son lives on in all who know him.
Paul Wofford
October 21, 2006
My son CPL Wofford is also an MP in HHC 4th BTB MP Platoon. He said how they had been so blessed without a loss and then your son was taken. He realized at that very moment until they are home none are safe. Our prayers to your and your family may GOD make each moment a litle easier for you. I am so proud that your son served in our military may GOD bless you in your loss.
Catherine Boyer
October 21, 2006
As many have already said, there are no words to express at this time. Please know that your son is a hero in everyone's eyes. My daughter, SPC Victoria Leon knew and admired your son very much. She is also serving with him. She is a medic and also expresses her thoughts and sympathies as you and your family are going through this difficult time. I will be eternally grateful for your sacrifice as your son passed protecting not only my freedoms, but those around him who served with him. Please, at ANY time, feel free to call me or e-mail me. Forever in your debt, All my love to you and yours
Frank Angulo Sr.
October 21, 2006
As everyone else states here there are no words, I pray that all the soldiers come home safe and those that do not make it, may they be in heaven resting in peace. My son Frank Angulo Jr. has stated that his life has changed since this happened and he will never forget Phillip.
God Bless!
GARY BAKE SR.
October 21, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF PFC. PHILLIP WILLIAMS.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. GOD BLESS YOU. PARENTS OF SPC GARY BAKE II 4 BTB MP 101ST IRAQ.
Deborah Fazzio
October 21, 2006
I am the proud mother of PFC Joseph Fazzio who served beside your son in Baghdad. The pain you are feeling is the fear of all of us parents whose brave and courageous sons have chosen to so honorably serve our country in the Iraqi endeavor. My prayer each and every night is for all our brave sons placed in harm's way to be protected by God and his Angels.I also ask Him to help me through if it be His will that he take my precious son.
It is impossible to find any words of comfort during this sad sad time for both you and your family. Every single person who had the privilege of knowing Brandon has my very deepest sympathy.
My son was deeply affected by your tragedy. I would like to share with you something he said to me the other day: "You know mom, I've been giving this whole war thing a lot of thought lately. I'm getting tired of going to memorial services. At first, I thought we should all just pack up and leave, but we are really trying to help these people. But mom, we can't just leave here because if we do, then all the soldiers who have sacrificed their lives would have died for nothing". Coming from my son, that was quite profound.
He served proudly beside your son. On behalf of him and our family, we will continue to pray for all our soldiers, those who are still there for the cause as well as those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to try and make this world a better place. Their courage and honor is beyond comprehension.
With thanks to Brandon for what he has done for our country,
Fondly and respectfully,
PFC Joseph R. Fazzio
Debbie Fazzio
Ron Fazzio
Angela Fazzio
Lorrie Conway
October 21, 2006
Your son and my son were stationed together there. They are Best Friends. We are so sorry for your loss and we will continue to pray for your family.
shari george
October 21, 2006
We are truly sorry for your loss. Brandon will never be forgotten. God has another angel to watch over us all.
Tony and Shari George (parents of Christopher E. George, stationed in Iraq with the 101st)
Cindy Duda
October 21, 2006
We grieve with you; our son Ken is also in the 4th BTB. You and Brandon will be in our prayers every day.
The Duda Family
Angela Campbell
October 20, 2006
My deepest sympathies to Brandon's family and loved ones. May your memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. His sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Cara OKeefe
October 20, 2006
Your son gave his life so that MY children can grow up in a safe free world. We are eternally grateful for people like your son that have a heart large enough to give the ultimate sacrifice. Our prayers & thoughts are with you & yours during this time.
Linda Rudolph
October 18, 2006
Jesus tells us in John 15:13: Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends. It is our sorrow as you are gone from our eyes, dear Brandon, and it fills our hearts for the loss of your presence here. We will all rejoice to join you in the glorious presence of God and give thanks for your joy in God's glory. Aunt Linda and Uncle Gary
Patricia Perkins-Kard
October 16, 2006
My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of PFC Phillip Williams in your time of loss.
"May you find peace on the other side of sorrow. May you find comfort on the other side of loss. And most of all, may you find in this sad farewell, that love lives on in the memories of the heart."
We thank you Phillip for your service to your country. For it is you and every member of the Armed Services who defend and ensure our Freedom. May you Rest in Peace.
Lee Sirotnak
October 13, 2006
Please accept our condolences for your loss. You will be in our prayers, that the Lord provide you comfort and peace. We are grateful for the work, and sacrifice, of your Soldier, Phillip, a true American hero. God Bless.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
October 13, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Williams family in the loss of Phillip. I did not know Phillip, 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. Phillip 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~
Terri Dickerson
October 13, 2006
I just read Pam Adams' (SFC Brent Adams) guest book entry. I have a 23 y/o son (U.S. Army) in Iraq now and even though my son is still alive & uninjured, I feel so compelled to reach out to parents who have lost their children. I cannot begin to express the heartache I feel for you, but please know that you & all the other families who have lost loved ones are in my prayers. Those who are still serving are also in my prayers. I pray that you will find comfort in God's presence at this time and in the knowledge that He promised He would always be with you and would never leave you - not even at the most horrible devastating time of your life. There no words to express my "thank you" for your sacrifice, but I do thank you. I second Pam Adams' offer to exchange emails with you. I have no words to heal your heart, but I am dedicated to praying for you. In God's love,
Travis Spencer
October 12, 2006
I will miss you always, brother. Words cannot express how much you will be missed with us who consider you family. Save me a seat, that we shall have some coffee again, as we did in days passed.
Henryk Zaleski USN-Ret
October 12, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.
Chris Shoemaker
October 12, 2006
Brandon was one of my best friends. We were really looking forward to seeing him come home in November. I am just glad I was able to talk with him one last time, about a week ago. He died doing something he believed in, he died to keep us safe.
I’ll miss you Brandon, and we will never forget you.
Garnet Jenkins
October 12, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family of Pfc. Phillip B. Williams, with a multitude of Thanks for this Young Hero's Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Safely Phillip, in God's Care and know that you shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort be with the Williams family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times you spent with Phillip...Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day
October 12, 2006
To the Family of Pfc. Phillip B. 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 (SFC Brent A. Adams) 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.
I wish so badly there was something I could say to you right now, but, I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for right now. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as your heart is both bursting with pride and pain together. 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 and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is 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 and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
korie
October 12, 2006
To the family and friends of PFC Phillip Williams my heart breaks for your great loss. Because of these brave soldiers and the sacrifices they are willing to make, we are able to enjoy the freedoms that we have here in America. I want to take this opportunity to thank all the service men and women and their families. God bless you all.
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