Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg

Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg

Kurt D. Schamberg Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 24, 2005.
Katie Schamberg remembers her nephew, Kurt, as a man who loved politics, art, sports _ well, just about everything. "He was talented, he was comedic, he was just everything," she said. "He loved life, and he was proud of what he was doing ... and you have to feel that that's a good thing." Schamberg, 26, of Euclid, Ohio, was killed May 20 in Baghdad, Iraq, when an explosive detonated near his vehicle. He was based at Fort Drum. A 1997 high school graduate, Schamberg joined the Army after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and was on his second tour of duty in Iraq. "He would do what he had to do to protect his soldiers. He'd rather it be him than one of his men," said his father, Thomas Schamberg. He considered going into private security when he was discharged. "He loved having a good time," his aunt said. "He was just a real sweet kid. The world's going to miss him." He is also survived by his mother, Pamela Lindsay.

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January 6, 2025

Aunt Dorthea and Uncle Dennis posted to the memorial.

May 27, 2024

Donald Thompson posted to the memorial.

May 21, 2024

Lance posted to the memorial.

Aunt Dorthea and Uncle Dennis

January 6, 2025

Kurt... so hard to believe it´s been almost 20 years since you´re passing. Uncle Dennis and I want you to know that we have raised puppies for an organization that trains these dogs to assist visually impaired and also people suffering from PTSD.
We were just recently informed that a new little black lab puppy has been named in your honor. She´s a little female and so her name is Shami after you. I know she will do wonderful things just as you did.
We love you and miss you every day.

Donald Thompson

May 27, 2024

There is rarely a day that goes by that I do not think of you brother.

Lance

May 21, 2024

Love and miss you

Sandi Ward

May 20, 2024

So often I think of you Kurt while watching a beautiful dawn or setting sun. Thank you for the freedom to witness both, day after day. You are not forgotten.

Rebecca George

April 23, 2024

Always thinking of you! Never forgotten! You were my childhood crush, but most of all, you were someone I always looked up too and admired! I´m so lucky to have gotten the chance to know such an amazing person! All gave some, and some gave all
Anyways just making sure you know you´re still remembered and thank you for your services.! It was never goodbye, but see you later

Sandi Ward

May 29, 2017

Always on our minds...

May 27, 2017

Thinking of you Lance on this Memorial Day. Lori Anderson Gore

November 11, 2014

You are a part of me - I think of you daily - today I honor you...

Sandi Ward

May 20, 2013

Nic and I spoke of you today. We are loving and missing you. Our little Kurt - your namesake - got an extra hug and kiss.

We will always remember....thank you.

Charlie Gili

April 7, 2013

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Schamberg 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. 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

Sandi Ward

May 28, 2012

I remember...

D Quinns

May 21, 2012

Kurt
Remembering you always, but especially now. Raised a new Mountain Division flag yesterday on the flag pole. Every year, at this time, we raise a new one, so it is fresh and handsome as you are.
Love,
Uncle Dennis and Aunt Dorthea

Peggy Childers

May 20, 2012

To the family and friends of Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg:
Always remembering Kurt. "Some gave all."

Matt Farmwald

January 28, 2012

Thinking of you today my friend... You are still in our heart and minds... Seems like just yesterday we would be laughing and living life to the fullest with that aura of happiness you shared and carried with you... You will always be with us and never forgotten...

sandi ward

July 16, 2011

Nic called me today to make sure I remembered your Birthday. I had not forgotten. Your memory will always be with us. We love you.

kayla Shumaker

June 22, 2011

Remembered by all those who's lives we've touched. Absent physically, but always present. Watching and guiding from just out of reach, never forgotten miss ya teach.

sandi ward

May 30, 2011

Thank you...

sandi ward

May 21, 2011

As always...you are in my thoughts.

Peggy Childers

May 20, 2011

To the family and friends of Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg:
Please accept my remembrance of Kurt on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Sandi Ward

November 11, 2010

In our thoughts and prayers today - as you are everyday. Our love and thanks...

Sandi Gebbia

November 11, 2010

Remembering Kurt on this Veterans Day. Saddened, but thankful for his sacrifice.

sandi ward

July 16, 2010

Our love and thoughts are with you on this special day. We miss and speak of you daily.

Your namesake is becoming quite the little man - 10 months old and so mellow and content - but you can just see the onrey in his eyes as they twinkle. I think Nic will have his hands full with him...LOL !

Our love and appreciation to you Kurt.

sandi ward

May 31, 2010

Sending my love and appreciation on this special day. Not a day goes by that you do not cross my mind. Thank you Kurt.

Nic Young

May 31, 2010

Love you brother...

Donald Thompson

May 31, 2010

Forever remembered.

pam lindsay

May 25, 2010

Thanks to all of you for your love! It's been five years and it seems like yesterday he was running around on the ball fields and courts of Grand Valley. We miss him so. He is our hero.

sandi ward

May 24, 2010

Kurt you have been on my mind, as you are everyday.

Sandi Gebbia

May 21, 2010

Remembering Sgt. Schamberg. His sacrifice will not be forgotten. His memory lives on.

My hero bracelet is still on my wrist and will continue to stay there - representing this American hero!

Peggy Childers

May 20, 2010

To the family and friends of Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg:
Remembering Kurt 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

May 20, 2010

Remembering "our Hero" today, as it has been five years...thinking of all of you, Tom & Jo, Pam & Mark, Lance, Jay, Terah, Aunt Katie and the many many lives Kurt touched. You are in our prayers. God Bless all of you.
Love,
Helen & Marvin Milburn

Katie O'Toole

December 28, 2009

Kurt,
I miss you! I feel so blessed to have known you.

Heidi Fischer

December 5, 2009

I think about the sacrifices Kurt made for me and my family every day!! I pray for Pam, Tom, Lance, Jay and Terah often. I love you all for the gifts that Kurt gave us without asking for anything in return. May the Lord bless you all!

lance

November 14, 2009

kurt,
Never gonna forget.

Hero Bracelet with Kurt's name. Worn proudly

November 11, 2009

Sandi Gebbia

November 11, 2009

Remembering Kurt on this Veteran's Day. I've posted a picture of the Hero Bracelet bearing his name that I have not taken off since the day i received it.

To Kurt's family, please know that he is not forgotten and your sacrifice is still being honored and remembered.
Sandi

Kenna Larra

June 24, 2009

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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

sandi ward

May 24, 2009

I let life get in my way last week and was unable to post, but be assured that you were in my thoughts Kurt, as you will be tomorrow.

Sandi Gebbia

May 22, 2009

Still proudly wearing a Hero Bracelet with Kurt's name on it. Continuing to keep his memory alive and share his hero's story with whoever I can. God bless you, his family. Please be assured he is still remembered and honored by those of us who are eternally grateful for his, and your, sacrifice.

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

May 21, 2009

Yesterday came and went, but the day did not go by without my thoughts and prayers for your family and for thanking you for the ultimate sacrifice you made. You will never be forgotten!! God Bless you!!

Peggy Childers

May 20, 2009

To the family of Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg:
Kurt 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

Katie O'Toole

January 9, 2009

I was just thinking about Kurt and found this page. I miss him dearly! He was a very good friend of my boyfriend Marv and became a great friend of mine too. I miss finding him on the couch in the morning. He was a breath of fresh air just smiling and happy all the time. I wonderful man who deserves to be honored greatly.

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

November 27, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving Kurt!!

Marge Pemble

November 11, 2008

I never met Kurt but he served with my son in Iraq. To honor Kurt we have donated an engraved brick in memory of Kurt to be placed in the Mercer Veterans Memorial Park in the spring of 2009 when the park will be dedicated. Rest in peace Kurt Schamberg.

sandi ward

November 10, 2008

Kurt, another yearly day to honor you is here. And I will honor you , but no more than I do each and every day. Not one day goes by without my thinking of and thanking you. I carry you close in my heart, thank you.

Sandi Gebbia

November 5, 2008

To the family of Kurt Schamberg. I already posted the comments below on another Web page I found, but wanted to post them here as well because I want to make sure his family and friends know that they are not alone in keeping his memory alive. All of the heartfelt postings in both places have moved me deeply.

As posted on www.fallenheroesmemorial.com:
I did not know Sgt. Schamberg. In fact, I never even knew of him at all until I requested a Hero bracelet and received one with his name on it. I wanted to know more about the man whose name I wear on my wrist, so I ran a Google search and I believe it was fate that put this Web page at the top of the results list. I have read each and every post about Kurt Schamberg and I am extremely proud to wear the bracelet bearing his name. I will be a loyal spokesperson for his memory to people who would otherwise not have known of him, like me. Each time somebody asks me about my bracelet I will be proud to tell others about Sgt. Kurt Schamberg and what I have read about him here. I will help you all to keep his memory alive and assure that his loss is not forgotten or taken for granted. To his family, I will do my best to be a worthy messenger and to be respectful of his memory. I am honored to wear this bracelet. Sgt. Schamberg....Thank you for your service and sacrifice for this country and for all of us who are better off because of it.
Very sincerely,
Sandi Gebbia

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

July 16, 2008

Happy Birthday Kurt!!

Sandi Ward

July 16, 2008

My heart aches more today than normal... always in my thoughts...

The Neal family

June 16, 2008

To the family of Sgt. Schamberg,
Please know that just as your loved one will 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 grant you the peace that passes all understanding.

Sandi Ward

May 21, 2008

Heroes are never forgotten...we love you Kurt.

May 21, 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 Kurt, 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

Visit this link to hear the song.

The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep
Twinsburg, Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing.

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

May 20, 2008

God Bless You Kurt!!!

May 4, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Schamberg!

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

April 29, 2008

Thought prayers and concern to the Schamberg family. Its been 3 years we lost Charles and Darren and almost 3 for Kurt. They are never far from my mind and heart, I carry them with me everywhere I go. Love and God Bless

Sandi Ward

March 31, 2008

Three years ago today you and Nic were hurt in Iraq...sometimes it feels like yesterday...other times a million years ago. When Nic called home that day all I could hear was you laughing in the back ground - thank you...that was reassuring and helped to put me at ease. Thank you Kurt for being such a good friend to Nic and teaching him so much. He is so lucky to have known you.. we will both carry you in our hearts to our last breath...

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

March 23, 2008

Happy Easter Kurt, a true hero and leader....;)

Daniel Schamberg

January 27, 2008

Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.

sandi ward

November 13, 2007

As a beautiful dawn started my day I spent a few minutes filling my heart with love and appreciation...Thank you Kurt... thank you.

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

November 12, 2007

To honor you on this Veterans Day, you are not or never will be forgotten, Thank you my hero....

August 17, 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 who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action 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
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Michelle Arnette (mother of SSG Jason Arnette KIA 4/1/2007

August 15, 2007

My son Jason who served proudly with Kurt join him on 4/1/2007> Now they are brothers at the gates of heaven. Kurt will never be forgotten. May God be with the Schamberg family. You are in my prayers.

July 17, 2007

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

Sandi Ward

July 15, 2007

Kurt, may the stars shine as bright as any candle...we miss you.

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

July 5, 2007

Happy 4th of July to the Schamberg family...We are so proud of Kurt, but this day makes it especially more profound. Went to the fireworks last nite and all I could think of was our boys. Kurt, there is not a day that I don't think of you, Darren and Charles. God Bless you...

Aunt Wendy

June 21, 2007

Thank you all so much for remembering my nephew Kurt. He is truly missed by all those he touched. We will remember him and all of the other sons and daughters that have given the greatest sacrifice for us all.

Bert Holler

May 31, 2007

We would like to thank Sgt. Schamberg for his service to our country. As an American hero he will never be forgotten. Thank you, in honor of Spec. Nicholas P. Brown

Bert Holler

May 31, 2007

We would like to thank Sgt. Schamberg and his family for his service to our country. There is an "Ohio Fallen Soldiers" park in Sunbury, Ohio which will be dedicated on June 30, 2007. I believe Kurt already has a cross with his name on it there. We visited it on Memorial Day weekend. Our son-in-law, Spec. Nicholas P. Brown will be honored there also. It is for Ohio Fallen Soldiers who have died in the war on terror. Thank you,

Sandi Ward

May 28, 2007

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you with love, but today, not being in Orwell with your family, I wanted you to know that our thoughts are with you Kurt...

I received a phone call from Nic...he misses you so much.

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

May 27, 2007

Its Memorial Day Kurt, and you are not forgotten, this day or any day thru the year. My deepest thanks for all you did for our country, and the sacrifice your family has made. That makes them heroes as well. You are truly missed.

MONA,NEAL SHIRK

May 21, 2007

KURT WE JUST LOVE SO MUCH. AND THANK YOU FOR ALL THE WAYS YOU SHOW US EVERYDAY YOU ARE ALL AROUND US, AND WALK WITH US AND LOVE US. MONA AND NEAL SHIRK

Sandi Ward

May 20, 2007

Two years...often it feels like yesterday... I remember screaming in pain that cold dark May morning as I read Nic's instant message...my heart breaking for not only Nic, but the family that I had yet to meet. The sacrifice was immence...the love and appreciation I carry in my heart overwhelming. Rest peacefully Kurt, your work is done...We love you.

BRIAN PIERCE

May 20, 2007

I MISS MY FRIEND I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM... KURT IF YOU CAN SEE THIS I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU

Garnet Jenkins

May 19, 2007

In Remembrance of your Fine Young Soldier, Sgt. Kurt D. Schamberg, with so much gratitude for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Kurt, rest safely in God's Care 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 Schamberg family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 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 Kurt, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers his Sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

Steve Schamberg

April 25, 2007

i miss kurt schamberg

Angela Simpkins

April 6, 2007

J. Lewis E-mail me please

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

January 2, 2007

I am a day late, but Happy New Year, Kurt. Always in our hearts...

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

December 24, 2006

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Kurt... You are close in our hearts forever...

Cheryl Cooper-Ansell

November 23, 2006

I just want to say Happy Thanksgiving to Kurt... There is not a day goes by that you are not thought of. Your heroism is not forgotten. You will be in our hearts forever. Best Wishes and Happy Thanksgiving to the Schamberg family.

james lewis

November 1, 2006

i was stationed with kurt in charlie company i was there that day ....i miss him and best of wishes to his family..if anyone is lookin for any photos of him in riaq i might have a few e-mail me if u need em

Sandi Ward

October 21, 2006

As you know Kurt, Nic is back. Each time I cross Ohio I always stop and bring you something...flowers, ballons, flags, and finally... this last trip...it was Nic. I know that if you could, you would greet Nic with open arms and be proud of him for returning. My pray is that you will watch over him as he re-deploys... bring him back home to his baby daughter and his family.

My love and thoughts are always with you...

Jeremy Tompkins

September 29, 2006

Kurt was a bother to me, after basic we became even better friend since we were in the same unit. Kurt will always be in my heart smae goes for his family you will always be missed and yuo will always be my brother .


HATH NO GREATER LOVE THAN HE WHO LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR FRIENDS.
JOHN 15:13

neal & mona shirk

August 20, 2006

Kurt's Family & Friends,

You have permanently been in our thoughts and prayers over the last 15mos. We wish you all well. Not one day goes by that we are not thinking of you and Kurt. Thanks for sharing your family and friends with us over that last couple years.



Kurt,

As each day has passed over the last 15 months our appreciation and love for your friendship only grows stronger. We miss you and thank you for being our friend. We feel fortunate and honored to have been friends & family with you and yours. We thank you for your bravery and heroism. You are and will always be our #1 hero. Thank you and we love you.

-

Judy Deblanc

August 13, 2006

To Schamberg Family:I'm so sorry for your loss.I know that Darren thought alot about Kurt.I'm sorry that it took me so long to sign his guestbook.I hope that your family is doing okay.and my god be with you.

Sandi Ward

August 11, 2006

As the time approaches for the 2/14 to return to duty in Iraq I am more often reliving a past deployment. So much happened during that last trip. Altho you are quite often on my mind and often entry my thoughts unexpectedly, I have been thinking of both you and Nic much more often lately. I know that you are thought of as often by your brother in arms.. and that they carry your memory both in mind and heart. They are headed back to continue the fight...to honor your memory.

I only wish I had known you Kurt. I absolutely adore your whole family. I, like Nic, will forever carry you in our hearts...



Grandmother of Nic Young, who loved you like the brother you were to him

ROBYN GARSIDE

August 7, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.



A PROUD MARINE MOM

pam lindsay

June 1, 2006

One year after Kurt's funeral the family came together at a picnic at Aunt Kt's place. Relatives and friends came from near and far to relax and enjoy each other and remeniscing of days with Kurt.

T & C Kurt's old softball buddies won 1st place in the "Sgt. Kurt Schamberg Memorial Softball Tourney" that will be held every year over Memborial Day.

We had fun and shed some tears too. Life is sure different without him. Thanks to all of you who think about us. And to those of you who helped with the "planting of the trees" and Kurt's memorial garden maintenance and planning...As is the case in Grand Valley. Our friends and family brought food for the picnic and helped haul chairs and tables...our community is extra-ordianry when it comes to pitching in and helping each other....for whatever reason. For that I am proud to say Orwell is my hometown.

It is extremely difficult dealing with our loss. With the help of our beloved family and friends we manage to "make it through the days".

So we remembered Kurt and others who have so bravely given their lives in service to our country. Those living and dead. The families and friends of our soldiers sacrifice each day when their loved one goes to "work" everyday.



When you see a soldier please say "thanks for what you do" . YOu will see a smile as big as the sun. They do their job without asking for "thanks" but when they hear that one little word.....it makes up for all the times they read a newspaper........believe me they really need to know we care!



remember always with LOVE



Sgt. Kurt Scahamberg.

he is our hero



Pam and Mark Lindsay

Dorthea Quinn

May 15, 2006

Family,

It is almost 1 year ago. It is still so hard to believe that Kurt (Harry Connick) is gone. Kurt, as well as all our wonderful Schamberg/Gabriel family are thought of daily. Not a day goes by that we don't think of Kurt, and honor him in some special way.

God bless you all. We love you very much.

Uncle Dennis and Aunt Dorthea Quinn

Stacy (Painter) Herrod

April 30, 2006

I would like to send my sympathy to the Schamberg family. Although I only knew of and went to school with Terah and Kurt, I did know their dad, Tom Schamberg. He was not only my gym and health teacher but he was my friend, almost like a father figure to me and was there for me through my tough times. I cannot imagine losing a child, I just got out of the Army and had a son of my own this March. I have thought of Mr Schamberg and his family and I pray for them. I honor Kurt and although he is not here with us; he is forever in our hearts and memory. He really was a hero and since Mr Schamberg was his dad, I regret ever getting the chance to know his son.

Jim Schamberg

March 1, 2006

Hey Kurt I just want you to know that I miss you more and more but your smile and my memory of you singing "What a Wonderful World" at Uncle Jim's and Aunt Mickeys made me smile and laugh today. I always looked up to you and still do but with respect that I will never have. Thank you for making my day. Love you.

Cheryl Ansell

February 26, 2006

Hi Kurt, I was thinking of you, Darren and Charles today, and every day. Yesterday Charles would have been 20, and it made me think of all of you. You are never forgotten and there isn't a day goes by I don't think of Charles, you and Darren along with your all of your families. Thanks Kurt, all our love,

The Cooper family

Rob Chichester

January 18, 2006

To Pam and all her family,



I only recently learned of Kurt's passing. I am so very sorry. I can't possibly imagine your grief but please know that I am thinking of you and hope that you are finding strength in each other.

sally russman

August 9, 2005

i just wanted to take a few minutes to god bless your son, my son graduated from euclid high school and was in the marines he got out when the war first started and 2 months later his unit went to iraq, i have a daughter right now thats in the army and in afghan, may u find comfort in his arms

Sharon VanNewkirk

July 21, 2005

To the Schamberg family

I never had the pleasure of meeting your son, or even your family, but I happened to be in downtown Orwell on the Saturday of Memorial Day. I was totally oblivious to what was going on but soon it became very clear. I was absolutely amazed at the show of support, as people lined the streets from Orwell, through Windsor, into Huntsburg. It was something I will never forget. My deepest sympathies go to your family, and the memory of Kurt and the sacrifice he made so we all can be free will never be far from my mind. I will continue to pray for your family in your time of loss. God Bless

Wendy Gabriel

June 20, 2005

My heart goes out to my sister Pam and all mothers who have lost their children. May we all find solace in the fact that Kurt was doing what he really wanted and believed in both his and the efforts of his comrades in arms. We will miss his talents as well as his antics.

Sherre' Volk

June 19, 2005

I have known Mark for years and have talked a lot to Pam online. As a mother who has lost a son, I know her pain. I wish there was something I personally could do to help her. "Mark" stand by your woman as I know you will.

All my love, 'Ree

Jeanine Hansen

June 19, 2005

Words cannot express how thankful I am in my heart for Kurt's service to our country and for the overwhelming love, support and honor he received (and continues to receive) from people all over the country, especially the Grand Valley, OH area. Thank you to all of our military men and women who protect our country and are willing to give the ultimate sacrifice not only for us, but to a foreign people whom they don't even know.



I am one of Kurt's very proud aunts who loved him dearly. Pam and Tom, I will never forget the times we shared when I lived with you while in High School and all of the great times we had with those wonderful little kids who grew up to be such amazing people!



I love you and am proud to be a part of this great family and community. Kurt, you will be in my heart forever, and you will never be forgotten!



Aunt Jeanine

Michelle (Lindsay) Carpenter

June 19, 2005

We never had the opportunity to meet Kurt but we enjoyed hearing stories of Kurt and the type of person that he was from Pam. We especially enjoyed seeing the pictures of him that Pam would email us. We were looking forward to possibly meeting him this summer when we traveled to Wyoming to visit Mark and Pam. Your family should be so proud of him. He died supporting what he truly believed in....a brave man, a hero. Your family is in our thoughts and our hearts.

All our Love, Michelle, Brad, Bailie, Mackenzie and Reece

Brad Baumberger

June 19, 2005

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Kurt, I remember him as a lover of life. Everyone that met him liked him. His sence of humor was one of a kind.

Our prayers go out to all of the family and the families of all who have given their lives.



Pray for Peace.

God bless, Brad

Kurt is now flying in the Black Hills

pam and mark lindasy

June 16, 2005

Mark and I would like to thank all of you for your kind words of support. They are greatly appreciated and comforting. There will be days ahead that will be very difficult. It helps to know that there is support for our military men and women fighting for our safety overseas. These people are amazingly selfless. Making our lives easier. Kurt, Dareen, and Charles all sacrificed their lives for freedom. They knew that their presence in Iraq was necessary for Iraqi's to someday be free. To see Americans losing lives for THEM for US. Kurt was indeed a special person. He wasn't the kind of person to be vengeful or spiteful. He always wanted those around him to have fun and feel comfortable. He treated everybody with kindness. Even if he was kidding with them he was being kind.
Being selfish, we wanted him to return home to us so that we could once again enjoy his jokes, kidding, his hugs, sharing a beer and wonderfully talented artworks.

WE THANK all of you for your entries to this site........ they help.

Pam & Mark Lindsay
Mom & StepDad

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