Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin

Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin

Kenneth C. Souslin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 28, 2005.
Kenneth C. Souslin, at 21 the youngest of five sons, joined the Army to see the world and was proud to perform his duty, his father says. "Ken did not know an enemy. He was outgoing. Naive maybe. Not scared of anything," said his father, Kenneth G. Souslin of Mansfield, Ohio. Pfc. Souslin, who was stationed in Germany, died Dec. 15 at Baghdad International Airport of non-combat related injuries. In high school, Souslin was a "very cooperative, friendly, eager, pleasant young man," drama teacher Ray Gerrell said. "I had him in two, one-act plays," Gerrell said. "He had a speech impediment, and I give him credit. He did wonderfully and was fully understood." When Souslin returned recently with his recruiter to the high school wearing his Army uniform, he was full of self-confidence, said principal Jim Goode. He was a great kid," "Very well liked by students."

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November 11, 2014

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April 28, 2014

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December 15, 2011

Peggy Childers posted to the memorial.

Charlie Gili

November 11, 2014

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Souslin Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one, Kenneth C. Souslin US Army Private 1st Class. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

riding the light

April 28, 2014

Peggy Childers

December 15, 2011

To the family and friends of Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin:
Please accept my remembrance of Kenneth on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

December 15, 2010

To the family and friends of Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin:
Remembering Kenneth 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

Donna Gillette

December 26, 2009

On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.

SP4 Nilburn Stepp

December 16, 2009

Kenneth's death weather is it was cobat related or not isn't easy. The fact is he was welling to go into a cobat zone and do what solders do. To me that is Honoring his family and Country. He died a hero and everyone that reads his guest book should remember Kenneth in that way. Life is wonderful gift and that gift you gave to America. I want to thank you Kenneth and your family for my gift of Freedom.

Kenna

November 27, 2009

”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! Over 1,800 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

In Memory of Kenneth ~ (Debra Estep)

December 15, 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 Kenneth, 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 - Aleandri
Twinsburg, 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

December 15, 2008

To the family of Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin:
Kenneth 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

Terri Chapman

August 31, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about Kenneth.
We use to be neighbors in the trailer park in Lexington. My son and Ken went to school together. God Bless You and your family.

R Collis

July 23, 2008

It is difficult to know what to say to express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Pfc Souslin. Please know that your loved one is not forgotten. I wish everyone impacted by this tragic loss strength and peace. I hope that Pfc Souslin 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 have to experience, and for that we can never say thank you enough.
Thank you Pfc Souslin!

March 22, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Souslin!

August 6, 2007

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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 (KIA on 07/06/07) 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

July 26, 2007

I want to thank you for your courage and bravery in standing up for what you believe in. May your soul rest in peace.

July 7, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Souslin and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially hard to lose another member of the Buckeye state. May God bless you all!!

Gary Allain

April 30, 2007

Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Suzanna Friedly

February 11, 2007

I was an NCO in PFC Souslin's unit. His death was a blow to us all. My heartfelt sympathies.

Garnet Jenkins

December 15, 2006

In remembrance of Pfc. Kenneth C. Souslin, on this 3rd anniversary of the day he lost his life while in the service of our Country.
May Kenneth, rest safely in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American hero, that shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Souslin family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice,
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4


May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Kenneth, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country remembers him.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

March 15, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to the Souslin family in the loss of Kenneth. I did not know Kenneth, 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. Kenneth today is 27 months since you were taken. You are a 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~

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