Jason C. Ford Obituary
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Karla F
May 27, 2019
You are loved and dearly Missed!
A Bushmaster
March 13, 2018
It was an honor to have known you and served with you. To fight with you until the end. You are never forgotten.
Vernon Hall
January 16, 2014
My Brother Jason.....you and I were like two peas in a pod as the old folks say....Every time you came to see your dad we were inseparable....When you were at you mom's i bugged your father constantly trying to figure out when you coming back....You were my brother...my best friend...and I miss you so much. The day my mom called to let me know you had left this earth I told her i already knew...See that morning i felt different like i felt lost. I remember turning on the news for no apparent reason and they said soldiers had died in Tikrit and I knew instantly i had lost you...I never cried at a funeral until i was at yours. Never felt hurt so close until I seen you laying there....You were my brother and I couldn't protect you or help you. Then I realized that you protected me. You went and fought for my freedom and I will always love you for that. I want to call you everyday just to tell you about the kids. How my son reminds me of you because he is so loving and my daughter KiKi loves to make people laugh, and Nala who loves church and Christianity...You are still present and very much alive to me because i see you in everything...Love you bro. Happy 31st Birthday!Happy 31st Birthday Spc. Jason C. Ford.....Rest in Peace.
D Marasco
March 13, 2013
Jason was a soldier of soldiers. I think about him so often. I was there that night in tikrit and remember being so close to him when we were driving back to the base. He is such an incredible hero that words are failing me right now. I finally got the chance to visit him in Arlington. No experience will ever compare to being able to once again be next to Ford. His family is so incredible for raising such a wonderful son, soldier, and hero. Although I never met Ford's family, always remember you are all constantly in my thoughts and prayers. God bless all of his family and friends.
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March 10, 2013
March 13, 2013
It is the 9th anniversary of Jason's passing, but Jason is still remembered, honored and missed. We will forever be grateful for his selfless service & sacrifice for this Nation.
Chymetra Tims
June 10, 2012
I will always remember Jason. On this past memorial day, I shared my memory with my friends. I met him on a plane from Germany to Maryland before the deployment. He was going to see his family, I was going to see my son. He was a great friend who always cheered me up when I needed him and always had kind words.
Peggy Childers
March 16, 2012
March 13, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Jason C. Ford:
Always remembering Jason. "Some gave all."
Florence Newell
May 29, 2011
To My Darling Son. As I see the flags flying high today, sounds of motor cyclist in the Nations Capital who have travelled here today to honor those who have served and given their lives for this country, I would be remiss If I did not think about my loss when you decided to serve this great country. It never occured to me that you would not come back to your family. But such as life. I know you served honorably and did what you deemed necessary to please all.
Your life with your family was the best twenty-one years we could have ever wished for. You gave us laughs, hugs (a lot of them), and more than anything an enormous amount of love. Just reading the comments from others is a testimony to who you were. I am so proud of you that you took yourself
and all of the love you had and shared it with others. To the family of Capt. Kurth, know that I am still praying for your strength, so your family and mine may find a way one day to turn off the tears. Know that the memory of Capt. Kurth is here with me as he and Jason share a photo moment together in a memorial cabinet in my home.
To all of the well-wishers that had an opportunity to meet my Son Jason, I know that your experience was a pleasant one. Thank you for your kind words and expressions. I pray that he left a positive impression in each of your lives.
To my son, what can I say during this Memorial Day weekend, except I am proud of you and your decision to serve this great country. Do I have any regrets? No. If I had, you would not have had the opportunity to touch so many lives around this country.
I miss you so much, but I will see you again in heaven. Rest in peace my Son.
You Are My Hero...
Your Loving Mom
Florence Newell
christine brinson
April 2, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Patricia B. Mitchell
March 28, 2011
I am not good with words...but I need to write a little about:
Jason Ford
...all I can say is ...if we all would be like this young man was...we would have heaven on earth. The world would be a much better place.We met in Germany, I only knew him for a couple of months...but in those months...I learned what an Angel would truly be like...the day he died...the world lost an Angel but god gained one! Jason I know you are around watching over us all...you knew how to spread the love...and I believe you still do...doing what you do best...what all of us humans should be doing...LOVE
To Jasons parents. I can only imagine how much it hurts to loose a son...how hard it is to understand why...but I truly believe we all will meet him again one day.I will pray for you. I deeply feel for you.
My uncle...a Veteran has won the battles in Vietnam...but lost the battle to cancer...Jason and him met one day...at my sisters house...we were having a get together...Jason wasn't able to visit his family over the holidays...so I asked if he would want to join mine...and he did...him and another friend of his...and we had a very good time. I miss him...but I know we all one day see him again.
My love goes out to Jasons family and friends. God bless you
RIP Jason Ford...I love ya buddy!
...and thank you for helping me understand what really is important in life...LOVE..the LOVE for one and another.
March 25, 2011
Dear Jason,
You and your family will always be in our heart and prayers.
The Kenneth Drew Family
Peggy Childers
March 13, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Jason C. Ford:
Please accept my remembrance of Jason on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
March 10, 2011
To the family of Spc. Jason C. Ford:
Please know that just as your loved one will forever remain in your hearts and minds, his sacrifice and that of your family, will remain with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
Peggy Childers
March 13, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Jason C. Ford:
Remembering Jason 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
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November 12, 2009
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Matt Johnson
August 5, 2009
It's been just five years, and I still think about you, Captain Kurth, Laramore and Mathews often. March 13 was a hard night for all of us, and every year on the anniversaries, I try to toast and reflect upon each of you.
I will be running in honor of all of you at the Houston segment for the Run for the Fallen at the end of the month. I hope that you and the others are all at peace.
Peggy Childers
March 14, 2009
To the family of Spc. Jason C. Ford:
Jason 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
March 23, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Ford!
Francine Harley
March 19, 2008
In memory of my little brother Jason. March 13, 2008 just passed and I thought about you endlessly. You were the cornerstone of our family and dude you are terribly missed. I am so proud that you were kind, sensitive, compassionate and multi-talented. Your character was a gift from God, and thank you God for bestowing these wonderful qualities unto my little brother. We are so proud of you.
SGT. Gwen Murphy
October 26, 2007
I would like to send my love a sympathy to the Ford family. I went to church with Jason and his family at Paramount Baptist Church and Jason was a little guy but a joy to be around.
SGT Gwen Murphy/DCARNG/J-4
Lakeya Bland
September 11, 2007
Jason,
It hurts me when I think about you. I can't get over the day my brother called me and told me you were gone. It hurt because you had called me 2 weeks prior. U told me you were scared but God had u on a mission. I saw you the summer before in 2003, I finally got to meet your best friends and your family. You, your brother and I ate at Subway. (Smile) It was hard...I just sat by the phone waiting for your call. U called me every other week and never missed it. I got letters from you every week always on the Army Sationery. I still have all the pictures. I met Jason Christopher Ford June 16 2001 at Woodland Job Corps Center. We shared long talks and laughs. My father met you and the very first day he said to me that he really thought you were a great young man...he only knew you 15 minutes! When my dad passed it devastated Jason! Now I know your together...Jason had no enemies. I remember when he'd call me on the phone he called me his angel...and all of his Army friends called him "Cookie". LOL. I have all the memories Jason, but it's still hard to let you go. We vowed that we would marry each other when you finished the Army. That can't be...but I smile when I think of you. Your with my dad and God. And every day I'm thankful for the time I knew you. God sent me an angel on earth and It was a blessing just to be in your presence. Love you Forever...I will see you again!
Liz
August 9, 2007
Wow, it took me a long time to go to that page and upload that picture. he was a really nice person and we still miss him. he wasnt just a great dancer, he always been a good friend. he will always be loved and missed.
August 8, 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 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 (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 9, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Ford and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
SSG Keefe Hogan
June 25, 2007
SPC Ford,
I too am from Bowie and recently returned from a tour in Iraq. On memorial Day, I visited the Veteran's Memorial in Bowie and paid tribute to all my brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for your service. I pray for your family and the families of all our soldiers. Your service to our country is a beacon to our Nation to fight for what they believe in.
Sha
April 20, 2007
It's still hard to cope with your loss. You are my friend and you always wanted to take care of me. From playing games at the lunch table to you sharing the front row seats to the BJ Gospel Show. I miss your generosity and I hate that I couldn't see you that ONE last time. I love you and I miss you deeply. Thank you J, Soldier, Hero, Friend Thank you!!
Kenneth and Alice Drew
March 30, 2007
It seems that it takes us a few days after March 13 visit this page. We have to compose ourselves and not be angry. We still see the sadness on your parents faces. Nevertheless, we also see how proud they are. What a wonderful son you are. Meeting you for a very brief time makes us so proud to have known you. Rest in peace. The world is better place that you were here, if only for a very brief time.
Garnet Jenkins
March 13, 2007
In Remembrance of this Fine Young Soldier, Spc. Jason C. Ford, on the 3rd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. With a multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Dedication and Service.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers Jason's sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
February 3, 2007
Thank You.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
January 5, 2007
To the Ford family: I previously signed Jason's guest book. I live close to ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY and I visit there two or three times a week. Each time I am at ANC I always visit/honor Jason. Know that he is my hero and that he will NEVER be forgotten.
Betty Beam
August 17, 2006
I would like to express my sorrow in the lost of Spc. Jason Ford. I have a son in the military and he made it back from Afghanistan. I am very thankful. I really feel for the family and truly know its hard to except the lost of a love one. I live in the Capitol Heights area, so I'm like a neighbor to the family.
Eric Ford
July 11, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes out to Jason's family and friends. I worked with Jason while he was a student at the Woodland JCC. He affectionately called me a part of of his family because we shared the same last name. He was a joy to guide and mentor. May he rest in PEACE
SEAN VANGORDON
April 10, 2006
very sorry to hear about Jason I have many friends in the military
Pat Canfall
April 9, 2006
My condolences to the Ford family.
Jason may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 18, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ford family in the loss of Jason. I did not know Jason, 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. Jason it has been two years 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~
SSG Paul Poulos
September 15, 2005
I was Jason's squad leader in Germany and in Iraq. All I can say is that Jason is the soldier which I will measure all other soldiers by. The brightest and best I have had the pleasure of working with. We miss him terribly and will never forget his impact on our lives.
LaShae Williams
August 23, 2005
i met jason when i was in high school (bladensburg). i can remeber always seeing him smiling or laughing. many times, he and i got sent out for giggling and talking to each other. i will miss his smile, his ability to make others happy, and his unselfishness. i would just like to let his family know that jason is always in my prayers and so are they. you have raised a wonderful young man....loyal, honest, and caring. i thank you jason for all that we have shared and may god bless and rest your soul.
LaShae Williams (Bladensburh HS> class of 2001)
Randy Williams
August 9, 2005
I'am so sorry for your lost. being a Marine from Baltimore I read this and cry.
Crystal Lockerman
August 3, 2005
I knew Jason from as far back as elementary school. I am truly sadden by his death. He was a gentle, kind , caring individual when I knew him then so I can image that with age those qualities only got better with time. May god keep your family in your time of need. We may have lost a soldier down here on earth but we gained a angel in heaven. God Bless!
Frank Maneer
July 7, 2005
My name is Frank and though I never new Jason I am honored by his sacrifice for our country. I have been in the Air Force for 16 years and though his loss is heart breaking it touches my heart that someone from my home town gave his life for my freedom. Thank you Jason and may God bless your family and comfort them.
Jennifer Beil
June 30, 2005
Thinking of you all during this time our country celebrates freedom. I'm honored to have known Jason during his time at Woodland-he made a lasting impression that we will never forget. Jason-thank you for your courage, your smile, and your patriotism. May many men follow your lead. With love and prayers-Jennifer
Marilyn VanGordon
June 18, 2005
My son, Spc. David VanGordon was stationed with Jason in Germany, and served with him in Iraq. He thought very highly of him, and misses him still. I'm so sorry for your loss. Jason will never be forgotten by his fellow soldiers,or their families.Thank you Jason.
MARTIN SFC HILL
June 16, 2005
JASON WAS A BRAVE YOUNG MAN, I AM PROUD TO NOT ONLY PRAISE GOD WITH HIM IN CHURCH BUT TO SERVE WITH HIM IN ARMS GOD BLESS YOU ALL, MARTIN
Tonsha Hillsman
May 28, 2005
I know that I might not know Jason but just by looking at his picture I could tell that he was a very well educated and skillful person. I just want to tell his family to stay strong and please keep your heads up because if Jason was still here he would want you to walk around with pride and encouragement not dissappointment. Take care!!!!!
RACHEL HODGES
February 10, 2005
JASON WAS SUCH A LOVING, CARING, MODEST, WONDERFUL HUMAN BEING. I REMEMBER IN MIDDLE SCHOOL WHEN WE FIRST MET, MY BIRTHDAY WAS COMING UP AND BEING IN MIDDLE SCHOOL NO ONE HAD MONEY SO JASON GAVE ME THE SHIRT OFF HIS BACK BECAUSE I TOLD HIM I LIKED IT. I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY OR JASON. MAY ALL OF YOUR HEARTS BE FILLED WITH WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF JASONS LIFE, NOT THE PAINFUL MEMORY OF HIS DEATH. HE IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF US.
Lewis & Marcella Stretch
March 24, 2004
To the Family and Friends of Jason,
Even though we did not know Jason or the family, we want to send our condolences. We are sorry for your loss. The memories you have shared will live on. May God bless you and keep you.
Yvonne Shuford
March 24, 2004
I didn't know your son, but my thoughts and prayers are with the family. God bless all of you.
Carol Evans
March 23, 2004
My best to the family on the loss of Jason. While I don't know him, I am so proud of his service to our country. My prayers to the family.
Kathy Otey
March 23, 2004
As a mother of sons 20 & 22, I can only imagine what you are feeling during this time of loss. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family.
With all my love,
Kathy
Thank you Jason for serving your country and making the ultimate sacrifice to protect us.
Kelly Ceballos
March 23, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. I did not personally know Jason, but do know one of his sisters. This is a strong family that will be there for each other in the bad times and the good.
Nancy Tate
March 23, 2004
I am so sorry about the loss of Francine's brother Jason. I send deepest condolences to all of Jason's family.
Betty Taira
March 22, 2004
Thank you for your valiant and dedicated service to our nation.
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