Sgt. Steven W. White
Sgt. Steven W. White
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Joseph Hernandez
January 3, 2024
Still think about you and your contagious smile all the time. The laughs we had over the dumbest things while we endured the joys of a combat environment with a tyrant platoon sergeant. I can't believe how long it has been already since you were taken. I miss our chats about life and family when we roomed together in Iraq. I remember you taking the call that led to your untimely death the night before without question, because you were dedicated and up to any task as a true leader should be. I remember how you talked about how much you missed your family and how the little drawings that you were sent meant so much. I know you are smiling down from Heaven at your grown children and enjoying seeing them becoming great citizens. If only they had been able to know how amazing you were, but I can tell that a piece of you lives on in them still. Rest in peace and keep watching out for the ones you loved from above. Miss you battle!
August 14, 2015
Thank you for your service to our country. A ceremony in your honor was held August 14. 2015 by the OOB Memorial Flag Raising group.
Peggy Childers
August 25, 2012
August 13, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven W. White:
Always remembering Steven. "Some gave all."
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Mark Chamblee
May 9, 2012
Steven White was a soldier that almost always had a smile on his face. I never heard him say anything bad about anyone. He was also a really good slow pitch softball player for Bravo Battery, 6th Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Team.
Peggy Childers
August 13, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven W. White:
Please accept my remembrance of Steven on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Becky Thompson
May 31, 2011
we miss you so much.. you are loved by many
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 30, 2011
The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.
While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more
To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one thing they truly deserve.
The loved one's that they have left behind,
The Gold Star mothers, like your and mine
We honor them proudly, every day
Our American Soldier...Proud and Brave
By Shannon Williams-Austill
I want to thank this soldier for their sacrifice.
And, I wish to extend my deepest regards to the loved ones they have left behind. Their service to our nation, has not gone unnoticed. They are our heroes, who paid the ultimate price for us, and that is something that every American needs to be reminded of and remember everyday.
The freedom we all have, we have because of brave young men and women who made a choice to defend and serve.
Today, let me remember your loved one with you.
Shirley Moreland
May 30, 2011
Thanks so much for keeping us SAFE & FREE . You will never be forgotten.
teresa sizemore
May 28, 2011
Well 29 years ago we became friends from 2nd grade until forever. August 13 2003 my life changed forever i lost one of my best friends i miss you every day wish you were to make me laugh i need a good laugh just want you too know your loved and missed and will never be forgotten keep watch over me i need my own guardian angel lol couldnt ask for a better one youve already gave your life so i can be free love ya
November 11, 2010
Steven is for sure missed. he was one of my favorite cousins. me, him, Chad & Kristi used to have the best times together. still can't believe he is gone. I know I will see him again one day! your family is very proud of you. we all think about you often. love & miss you lots..
Ashley Thompson Texas/Arkansas
Dena Erwin
November 11, 2010
Steven,You are greatly missed and I cherish all of the memories that you, Jeremy and I made growing up together.. We sure miss you around here... Thank you for your great sacrifice !! God Bless you and your family ~ Can't wait to see you again someday !!
Peggy Childers
August 13, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven W. White:
Remembering Steven 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
March 6, 2010
I served with SGT White at Hood and in Iraq he was a sweet man and was never mean to me when everyone else was every now and then I look him up becuase I still can't believe that he is gone well the family is truly in my prayers SGT White you are missed
Kenna Larra
January 28, 2010
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to the hero’s Mother, Father and/or spouse. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Almost 2,000 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!
This is a gift! We have some wonderful sponsors who help with the costs, and only want you know that we care.
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 and Respectfully,
Kenna
roxanne ward
August 14, 2009
To Steven's children
your daddy loved all of you very much!
i know he is proud of all of you!
never forget that.
you are children of an american hero!
love you all roxanne
Peggy Childers
August 13, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Steven W. White:
Steven 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
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 26, 2009
With the passing of yet another Memorial Day weekend, I'm humbly reminded that our family is not the only Gold Star family in Oklahoma. I've set aside time today to reflect on the past and remember that your family has suffered the loss of their soldier. Thank you for this soldier's service and duty. As he will always be dearly missed because he payed the ultimate sacrifice. He gave his life to protect our country and our freedom.
Sister of Spc. Jeffrey S. Henthorn (Balad, Iraq Feb. 8, 2005)
God bless this special soldier and his grieving loved ones. Be by their side in their time of need.
[email protected]
Marvin Ruffin
May 26, 2009
I served with SGT. White in Iraq. He was the whole unit's favorite mechanic. There was no job too big for him.... Regardless of the task he always kept a warm smile. I remember all the long nights we put in at the motorpool in Fort Hood and the garages at FOB Arrow... he was always there for his soldiers. I don't think I've ever met someone like him nor do I think I ever will. To his wife and children you have my deepest condolences.
Roxanne
December 1, 2008
Laniece it's that time of year that i start thinking about you and those babies. yes i know they are not babies anymore. I know that Steven would be very proud of his wonderful children and how you have raised them. You are a strong women and do not ever let them babies forget how wonderful their daddy was! Steven will always be mine and their Hero! He lives on thru them.
In Memory of Steven ~ (Debra Estep)
August 13, 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 Steven, 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
Judi Corcoran
August 12, 2008
Tomorrow being 5 years. Sgt. White, You are in my heart and prayers. I will never forget. You and your family are a dear friend of my Son, Maj Leach. God Bless
July 19, 2008
To the wife and children of Sgt White,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I know it does not change anything but I hope it brings a little comfort to know that there are people who care about all of you.
R Collis
July 19, 2008
It is difficult to know what to say since I want to express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Sgt White. Please know that your loved one is not forgotten. I wish everyone impacted by this tragic loss strength and peace. I hope that Sgt White knew that there are people in America who respect his great courage in serving as a member of the US military. Although I did not know him, I know that he must have been a very special person to be willing to do something that most Americans will never experience, and for that we can never say thank you enough.
Thank you Sgt White!
March 22, 2008
I want to express my sympathy to the family and friends of Sgt White. Although most Americans will never experience your sacrifice, please know that there are people who truly care about your loss! May God bless you all.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
December 31, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the White family in the loss of Steven. I did not know Steven, 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Steven it has been over 4 years since you were taken. Please know that 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~
November 19, 2007
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt White!
July 31, 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)
July 6, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt White and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless you all!!
Charlene Phillips
June 26, 2007
God Bless. I lost my brother August 4, 2006, My prayers are with you!
Garnet Jenkins
August 13, 2006
Paying tribute to Sgt. Steven W. White, on the anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country. With a Multitude of Thanks to this fine young hero, for his many years of service and dedication to our country and our freedom.
Rest Well Steven White, in the Mighty Hands of God and may God's Grace and comfort continue to be with the White family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"The soldier, above all others, is required to perform the
highest act of religious teaching--SACRIFICE."~General Douglas MacArthur~
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