2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers
2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers
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August 11, 2020
Rest easy and thank you for your sacrifice.
(And also Peggy, long time poster has also passed too https://www.nevadaappeal.com/news/obituaries/peggy-m-childers/)
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2019
Thinking of you.
Cameron Caldwell
March 19, 2019
I can't imagine the extreme pain you must feel even as we near 16 years since Shane's passing. You have my sincere condolences for the loss of your amazing and brave son. I hope that the special memories that you shared with your son has brought and will continue to bring you some peace and comfort. It is easy to see from this message board how much he meant to everyone he came into contact with. Thank you for your service Shane. We all owe you a great debt.
Judy Childers
March 14, 2018
15 years and counting. Love you Shane. You are always with us.
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Peggy Childers
March 20, 2013
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Therrel S.(Shane) Childers:
It has truly been my honor to sign Shane's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Shane will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
August 13, 2012
I am sorry for the loss of this fine young Marine, even though several years have passed. Please note that he has not been forgotten and I will forever be grateful for his military service.
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2012
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Therrel (Shane) Childers:
Always remembering Shane. "Some gave all."
Velandy Manohar
December 13, 2011
Thank you so much for your service to our country. We grieve with your family. Our son is an active duty Marine. Please remember your family and your heroic son will always be in our prayers. May his immortal soul be at peace in our Fathers loving hands in Heaven. We embrace you in love and friendship and bow to you for your priceless sacrifice at the Altar of our freedom. Semper Fi
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2011
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers:
Please accept my remembrance of Shane on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Pamela Wiscombe
August 21, 2010
Thank you so much for your service to this country. We are sad for your loss and hope you know that we will never forget you. You served in honor and in grace to protect our great country. May you find peace and comfort. Thank-you so much for my freedom.
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2010
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers:
Remembering Shane 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
Mike Mishoe
December 1, 2009
Donna and I think about Shane often. He was always somebody I could look up to, a true inspiration. He was a friend, a brother, and more than anything...a Marine. We will never forget you and all the others who have sacrificed.
Mom
September 13, 2009
As our country remembers those killed in the twin towers 8 years ago i am remembering how much things changed for our family that day. Less than two years later you were taken from us.
Always love you
Peggy Childers
May 25, 2009
To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Therrel "Shane" Childers:
We have reached another Memorial Day and all I can say is "thank you" for your sacrifice. You gave us Shane who fought with the dedication and bravery of a true Marine. And to Shane...thank you for being the Marine that so many others looked up to with honor and respect. You gave your life for your beliefs and I honor you today. As you continue to protect your family, I will continue to support all you have done through this guest book. God is taking care of you now and you are taking care of us. Thank you!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Angelo Lujan
May 24, 2009
Sir served in Iraq with 1/5, was there in the Rumaliyah Oil Fields. I remeber that next morning. Your platoon fought like warriors. God bless you and your family. USMC H -9
Debbi
April 18, 2009
Shane, 6 years have gone by since your life on God's earth was taken but I want you and your family to know that you will never be forgotten.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO-A 2-505th 82nd Airborne
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2009
Remembering Shane on the sixth anniversary of his passing. Thank you for the strength you seem to give me every day. Your fellow Marines loved you as I'm sure you know. Please keep watching over us. We need your guidance right now as our earthly world seems to be falling apart. God bless your parents. They are amazing people.
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
May 26, 2008
Memorial Day, 2008
I can't let this Memorial Day go by without saying thank you once again to Shane's parents. You raised Shane to become a remarkable man and a dedicated, brave Marine. The words "thank you" just don't seem to be enough, but that's all I have. Please know that Shane will never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
March 22, 2008
To Judy, Joe, family members and friends of Shane. All Americans owe you a huge debt of gratitude for giving us your amazing son. I can't imagine the courage it took for Shane to lead his men into battle. And to do it in the name of freedom. Shane will never be forgotten. Words cannot express all my feelings. May you be blessed with wonderful memories of Shane and feel the strength he continues to give to you. Thank you so much!
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
March 21, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the CHILDERS family, his many loved ones ,His many friends. And those that his presence graced.We have signed many pages for our fallen brothers and sisters in arms.Each time we pray our heavenly father please let this be the last recently added.By personal means this guestbook for LT. Childers is the hardest.With a heavy heart we again place theis words.........CHILDERS family knowing now what they have always know.ARE one of the many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten..Rest well brother as prommissed and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.It is your name stamped in steel first clutched in the tallons FOREVER SHALL IT BE.As your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our greatfull nation.THANK..YOU...for all you have giving and that you continue to give................All Hard Chargers....If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you**We have one and all 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...........2/8/2 USMC..........SEMPER..FI......................B.V.C...........
Zenda Eby
March 20, 2008
We, the family, will always remember the Shane we knew, to be a very moral individual, and very focused on being the best he could be at any endeavor he tried. His father Joe, was with the military in Iran, was taken prisoner there for a short time, and Shane admired him greatly. Joe was raised in Salt Rock, WV, and his mother Judy , was born in Logan, Utah and raised in Weston, Idaho. He came from a good family, and we will always remember their son, Shane, who as so many have died defending our right to be free in America.
November 17, 2007
To the Family and Friends of 2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers:
I will stand in grief with this youn man's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young man who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are still and forever feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. 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 forever.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your son personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous boy will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless Therrel and his family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Pam and Bill Adams (SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq)
August 2, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Helen Childers
June 14, 2007
thank you for your service Lieutenant!
Shirley Billingsley
May 31, 2007
Shane...your service to your country and your courage make you a true hero who will never be forgotten. You leave behind a legacy which many will never accomplish in a lifetime.
Nancy Sahlberg
April 30, 2007
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 1998-2007
Suzette (american civillian)
April 4, 2007
Lt.Therrel S. Childers,
I just want to say that Im so thankful and grateful for your service and dedication in protecting our country. You are a true American hero. you will always be remembered.
Rest in peace sweet precious soldier
Peggy Childers
March 21, 2007
May we remember Shane Childers on this 4th anniversary of his death, March 21, 2007. A wonderful man, the best Marine ever! Semper Fi.
Todd Espinoza
March 20, 2007
On the eve of the Anniversary, I still have troubles with it. I remember sitting in Kuwait only 3 miles from the border watching em tourch their well fires. You came to us in groups of 2,3 or 4, however you could find us. You told us that what we were doing was the right thing and dont ever let anyone tell you different. Less than 12 hours later, you were #1. Sir, its been a hard hard road and I think about it alot. We were the toughest, we were the hardest because of you, I hope we made you proud sir, cause I know we were proud that you were our PLT. Commander. You were the best the 2nd PLT had ever seen. One day sir, our PLT will form it up again, one day sir. Semper Fi sir, you were the best.
Karen Hickman
January 25, 2007
On behalf of "Gold Star Siblings, Inc." Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Maria Grant
December 29, 2006
To the family of 2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers: I read about Shane's death in a book titled "A Table in His Presence" by Chaplain Carey H. Cash. Although I did not know Shane personally, I was deeply touched by who he was; firstly as a Child of God and secondly as a Marine. My daughter is a US Navy corpsman and was deployed to Iraq in March 2003 and March 2004. She received Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior in January 2005. May God bless you and your family. Please accept my gratitude for the ultimate price your precious son paid for my freedom.
Garnet Jenkins
July 9, 2006
Paying tribute to this fine young Marine and remembering him, with a multitude of thanks, for all of his service to our country.
You are a HERO 2nd Lt. Therrel S. Childers and you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
There is an inscription on a Gate at
Arlington National Cemetery that reads;
" Rest easy, sleep well my brothers.
Know the line has held, your job is done.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held
Peace, peace, and farewell..."
May God's Comfort and Blessings continue to be with the Childers family.
JUDIE GAY
June 20, 2006
To the Families our guys GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILIES........Step mom of SGT JAMES S Lee USMC
Todd Espinoza
June 2, 2006
LT Childers, its me PFC Espinoza. Its been a rough road, but I know you would not of wanted it anyother way as long as we all made it back. It's been over three years and I think about that day all the time. I wish I could of been the Marine you were. Semper Fi Sir, until we meet again.
A 1/5
2nd PLT 3rd Squad
Dale
April 13, 2006
I feel it is the responsibility of every American to at least read the names of the brave Americans that have made the ultimate of all sacrifices. Although not personally acquainted, I feel the loss. God Bless Therrel Childers and his family. God Bless the 1/5 1st Marine Division. God Bless the United States Marine Corp. Most of all, God Bless America.
Formerly with 2nd/11th FA, 25th ID US Army.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford, wife & daughter of the Late Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford ~KIA May 23, 2005~
February 10, 2006
To the Entire Family of 2nd Lt. Childers
Just a quick note to let you know that you are still in our thoughts and prayers!
If there is anything we can do, please let us know!
May God Bless You and give you strength in the days to come!
Thanks 2nd Lt. Childers!!! You are a true HERO!!!
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ALL GAVE SOME, YOU GAVE ALL!
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With Love and Prayers~
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 31, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Childers family in the loss of Therrel. I did not know Therrel, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a fine young man 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. In March it will be 3 years that you were taken, but Therrel you will not 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~
Skip Russell
January 25, 2006
I never knew Lt Childers, but I stand and salute him today. I served in the Marine Corps Infantry during the first Persian Gulf War though I never entered the combat zone. It was never easy hearing a fellow Marine had fallen whether in war or peacetime training. This morning as I read about Lt. Childers sacrifice, that same feeling of grief, determination, and pride in our Marines came over me. SEMPER FI Shane. I also want to thank Shane's family for their sacrifice during this difficult time. A heartfelt "thank you" to all the service men, women, and their families.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
David Cao
January 1, 2006
R.I.P Lt. Childers.
I was a combat instructor at the Officer's Basic School from 99 to 01 and I roughly remember working with Lt. Childers. A prior enlisted Lt. always stands out above the rest.
Eric Seager
November 11, 2005
I just finished the book written about Shane where his family and extended family wrote about him, I feel I know him, thank you Shane for all you did.
Eric
Rebecca Dwyer
October 19, 2005
I met Shane many years ago when he was posted in Geneva,Switzerland on MSG duty.I remember him as always having a kind and comforting word,hard working,he took his job very seriously and was very proud to be a marine.He loved skiing and we often went together with the other marines as soon as he had time off.Fearless he was,but he really enjoyed it.His forever smile,that i can still see as i'm writing this.
When i found out about you having left us,i asked that my priest at our church say a few words because i wanted people to know who you were,and what an amazing and wonderful dedication you had for those you touched and the things you believed in.Missing you is very difficult to deal with but knowing in my heart that i had met such a wonderful person is what gives me strength.I am supporting a few marines in Iraq through the pen pal program because of you.I wanted to do something in your memory and help in anyway that i could.
My deepest sympathies go out to the family.May you rest in peace Shane,you are deeply missed by all of us that knew you in Geneva,Switzerland.
Cynthia Horton
October 2, 2005
I only met Shane once just before he left for Iraq. He and my brother were heading back Southern California together. Shane was a nice guy, and an outstanding Marine. I remeber hearing it on the news when he died, and remembering how I had just sat with him and my family only a few months before. Thank you Shane for allowing my family and I to spend a few hours with you. We will never forget your spirit. Semper Fi.
John Rebbeck
September 13, 2005
Thank you Therrel, your service will never be forgotten.
Julie Peter
August 5, 2005
God Bless you and your family, thank you for your service to our country.
Amanda (Hightower) Booth
June 24, 2005
We learned about Shane's death through my grandmother.Shane was my cousin, his grandpa still lives near us.There was a terrible sadness in our family.You will always be honored and respected in my home.My brother is in the Army, and his unit will be deploying sometime soon.He was signing his papers to join the army on the day we found out Shane had been killed, and he said that he wants to protect our freedom and be a great soldier like Shane was. You are sadly missed. Thank you for all that you have done for my freedom and my children's.
Mac & Susan Orsbon
May 29, 2005
2nd Lt. Childers made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure our freedom and the freedom of unborn generations of Americans. Our family will honor his sacrifice and his memory on this and every Memorial Day and we will remember him in our prayers. Our prayers are also with his family.
Debbie Rosenberger
May 2, 2005
I just finished Rinker Buck's "Shane Comes Home" I purchased the book after hearing about it on a radio station, during the time my family was waiting for my nephew to "come home". It took me a few weeks to get to a book store to purchase it but it was really worth it, I cried for Shane as I did and still do for my nephew. I was having a problem with my nephew and feel alot of what Jessi-Shanes cousin felt, I only wish I could turn the clock back to correct our differeces. My heart goes out to your whole family, Shane sounded like a wonderful young man and I'm sure he was greatly missed by all the men that where under him, but where he is now there are no wars to fight. Maybe some day he will get to know my nephew Spc Matthew A. Koch who left us on March 9, 2005
Robert Castellano
March 19, 2005
I dont know how but I ended up with information about this Marines death and other Marines that where honored with him at Camp Pendleton. I just wanted to learn more about who he was and what he did for our Corp and Country, I served in OIF I, and I honor his sacrifice, Even tough I did not know him personally I feel his death because he is a fellow Marine brother. Semper FI!!!
Joseph Torres
March 18, 2005
I served with you in Kenya and I hope your spirit is well. I know you are missed by all. May God Bless you and keep you close.
Lynn Beaumont
March 17, 2005
Thank you for your service and your courage to make our world a better place to live......may you live always in the hands of the almighty......God Bless You....and God Bless The United States Of America.
Mark Taylor
March 15, 2005
We will not forget you and our other brother Marines! God Bless and Semper fi - Mark T.
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