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Edgar Collins
May 8, 2017
I still remember and always will. CPL Cunningham and I served in the 545th MP Co., 1st CAV, together. He took care of a young SPC then and still takes care of an old CW5. RIP SSG! RIP!
Rosa Porras-Johnson
October 2, 2013
I will never forget you. Miss you buddy!!
September 30, 2012
Darren miss you Mike Young
A Massachusetts Family who Remembers
September 29, 2012
September 30, 2012
On the 8th anniversary of Darren's passing, please be aware that he is still remembered and honored. We offer peace and compassion to his children. We will forever be indebted to him for his sacrifice to this nation.
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Peggy Childers
September 30, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Darren J. Cunningham:
Please accept my remembrance of Darren on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 29, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Darren J. Cunningham:
Remembering Darren 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
Michael Young
October 1, 2009
Darren, I miss you ! It seems like you haven't been gone 5 yrs. I wear your bracelet PROUDLY in your honor everyday. It's worn 24/7 in your memory. I enjoy people asking me what the blue bracelet means. I smile and say the best DAMN, soldier I've served with. Rest in peace we love you
SFC.(RET) Michael A. Young
MP ALL THE WAY...
Peggy Childers
September 30, 2009
To the family of Staff Sgt. Darren J. Cunningham:
Darren 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
Shad
September 6, 2009
Darren, Bro we served together proudly in Ft Hood 88-91, I was desk sgt during DS/DS and we made it over there and back the first time, I was saddend to hear of your ulimate sacrifice. you will be missed by all
Kenna Larra
September 4, 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 you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 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!
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Michael Iezzi
April 23, 2009
Father we entrust our brother Darren to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Darren in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
In Memory of Darren ~ (Debra Estep)
September 30, 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 Darren, 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
Daniel Hudgins
September 6, 2008
My heart felt condolences to the Cunningham family. I served with Darren in the 545th MP Co. 1st Cav Division at Fort Hood, Texas. We were in 2nd platoon together. I remember all the good times we had together on patrol and in the field. I never got a chance to serve with Darren in combat but I would have gladly been right there by his side. He was a good soldier, and squad leader. Every time I think about him I break down in tears. Darren I will miss you. May God bless you forever.
Lupe Smith
May 26, 2008
I had the pleasure of knowing him we meet at FT Hood and in fact I helped him wash his TA 50 before he left. He was so proud of his country and a great funny guy. I was so lucky to know him.
Eric Boston
May 22, 2008
I am a 1990 graduate of Groton Dunstable , and knew Darren from when he was a volunteer coach for our middle school basketball team. He set an example of how to work hard in practice that I am sure carried over to his military career. Thank you for the time that you spent in the gym with us, and more importantly, thank you for your service.
Michael Young
May 5, 2008
Darren, I will always remember you and your sense of humor. Meeting you made a life long impact on my career.. Your field knowledge surpassed many that I served with. I'm so happy we were on the same team. God Bless you until we meet again
April 19, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Cunningham!
Ron Rodriguez
March 9, 2008
Darren, A great father, soldier, NCO, and friend. I am one among the many that think of you and miss you daily. The retired LTC our former Major and Lieutenant has been to Arlington to visit you, I haven't yet but I will.
Jimmy Hammond
October 29, 2007
I cried the day I heard Darren died. He was a good friend and I enjoyed working with him while he was in traffic. I miss him everyday. The world lost a good friend the day Darren died. My heart goes out to his family.
Kim
August 22, 2007
I never got to meet Darren personally, but he received several letters and care packages through me. His kind words of appreciation and his jokes here and there are something I will always cherish. Like I said even though I never knew him personally, he really had a big heart.
August 13, 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 (KIA 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 12, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Cunningham and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Glenn Michael Cunningham
May 15, 2007
To my little brother who is always in my mind and my heart. Although we grew up apart you will always be a part of me and Uncle Darren to my kids. God Bless you
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 17, 2006
Darren it has been a little over two years since you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. To the Cunningham family; I previously signed Darren'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 Darren. From the most inner part of my heart I am so sorry Darren was taken from you.
Michael Rindorf
November 13, 2006
Hey Darren, it's been a few years since we lost you, but you are always there with us. Sorry about all the fights we had about missions in Iraq. your dedication was to the max despite all the fighting we had. God bless you and your family. I was there when you passed, I'm here for you always....I miss you!!!!!
Garnet Jenkins
September 30, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Soldier, Staff Sgt. Darren J. Cunningham, on this 2nd anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Many Years of Service.
Rest In Peace Darren, in God's Loving Care and may God's Grace and comfort continue to be with the Cunningham family.
Those who Made this Supreme Sacrifice, Shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
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
Sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Doug Mackay
August 14, 2006
My heart goes to the Cunningham family..
I lost my wife of 18 years in the 9/11 attacks.. She was a passenger on AAL11. The first plane to hit the North Tower..
All I would like to do is thank all these young men..
Darren was fighting to avenge my wife's death, and to keep other families from having to endure such heart-breaking agony as was so brutaly thrust on my family..
I so totaly admire, and respect these men who stand up for us, the USA.
I share your grief, but you should be so proud of Darren, and know that there are at least 100 families in Mass., who really take his participation in the war on terror, very personal..
Again, I am so sorry.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 27, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Cunningham family in the loss of Darren. I did not know Darren, 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. Darren soon it will be 19 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~
David Flores
March 21, 2006
First of all, My sincere condolences to the Cunningham Family. I too share the pain that yall are going through. I was stationed with Darren in Korea, and he was my roommate with 728th MP BN at Camp Henry. We share so many good times and laughs together. We always sat around in the evenings and talk about our families and shared our memories. We always kept our spirits high even though we were away from our families. It was so eay to talk to Darren and of course he was one big clown. We always played jokes on each other. One of the best memories that I always recall and tell my friends, is how we could beat anyone at bowling, he would put a bet and even tell the soldiers that I would bowl left handed (he is the only one that knew that I had broken my right wrist and had to learn to bowl left handed and was pretty good at it). We share so many free beers and dinners together. Its so sad that yall have lost a great son and a husband, but most of all I have lost a dear friend, again my sincere condolences to the family and his kids. I will always remember Darren for the great person that he is. His memory will forever be in my heart.
Joseph Rogers
September 29, 2005
SSG.Cunningham I was your gunner for most of your missions in Iraq ,your leadership and work ethic you showed me I will always keep close to my heart you are greatly missed thank you for being a great SSG. and friend.
John Kennedy
September 7, 2005
Darren, you are missed. I remember being woken up by the mortars which took your life. I could not believe it when they said that you had died. I knew you as a friend and a coworker, but your soldier, who sopke at your memorial said he knew you as a father figure. I cannot think of a better testamony about a leader than what your soldier said about you. I know you are in a better place now, and I'm sure your making someone laugh. Anyone who has ever known you, was touched by you, and remembering you always makes us smile. God Bless you and your family
Brien Bush
April 4, 2005
Darren may God Bless you always. You are a special person and a true warrior.
-MAJ Bush
Robert Sullivan
March 31, 2005
My deepest sympathies to those he left behind to mourn his loss. Cunningham was a true soldier and my pick for BNCOC 4-95 class clown. Always a true sense of humor and never offering a dull moment. Soldiering and battlefield focus was part of his real personality as a NCO. He will truly be missed.
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