Maj. Michael V. Taylor
Maj. Michael V. Taylor
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Peggy Childers
January 22, 2013
To the family and friends of Maj. Michael V. Taylor:
It has truly been my honor to sign Michael's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Michael will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Derek Mason
January 22, 2013
I'd very much appreciate, Wendy or family contacting me if comfortable in doing so. I went through OCS with Mike (he served as our class vice president, I served as our class president), I went through the ADA Officer Basic Course at Ft Bliss with Mike and we were platoon leaders together. When Mike went on to fly at Camp Robinson, my father (WO4 James Mason) worked closely with Mike as well. Wendy, I'd like the opportunity to not revisit the past but to extend to you how much Mike lives on in my life and how I think of him so very often.
Thank you,
(James) Derek Mason
[email protected]
David Collins
May 26, 2012
I served with Michael during the Persian Gulf War. He was a good man, who loved his family and his country.
Samantha Schultz
May 26, 2012
This may be a long shot but I was trying to get in touch with Mrs. Wendy or his son Justin. And have not been able to find any current info via internet. My father worked with Mr. Michael.
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Peggy Childers
January 20, 2012
To the family and friends of Maj. Michael V. Taylor:
Always remembering Michael. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
January 21, 2011
To the family and friends of Maj. Michael V. Taylor:
Please accept my remembrance of Michael on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Justin Taylor
May 25, 2010
As his son I'd like to thank all of you who took the time to honor him.
Peggy Childers
January 21, 2010
To the family and friends of Maj. Michael V. Taylor:
Remembering Michael 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
Elaine Simmons
August 26, 2009
My name is Elaine Simmons and I am coordinating an In Honor and Remembrance ceremony honoring the fallen soldiers. It will be held in Jacksonville, Arkansas on September 12,2009 and we would be honored if someone from the family would be able to attend. Please reply to [email protected]
Lori Marvin
May 27, 2009
On January 20, 2007, THE WORLD LOST A GOOD MAN - my son-in-law
Kenna larra
February 23, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,500 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!
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,
Kenna
In Memory of Michael ~ (Debra Estep)
January 20, 2009
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 Michael, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
January 20, 2009
To the family of Maj. Michael V. Taylor:
Michael 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
Courtney Martin
July 13, 2008
Wendy, you and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers always. I love you guys. May you find peace in your hearts.
June 18, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Maj Taylor!
Kevin Jones
March 30, 2008
I never Major Taylor. My brother served with in Iraq and he speaks very highly of him. My heart goes out to you.
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)
August 6, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Maj Taylor and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Linda Flannery
June 3, 2007
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Maj Taylor. Know that all of America shares in your sorrow and in your pride. My flag flies in memory of this brave soldier.
Robyn Garside
April 19, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. 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 FOR YOUR CHILDREN. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Dana Parker
March 16, 2007
A true Hero. We know what pain you are experiencing during this time. Trust in the Lord...if He brings you to it, He will bring you through it.
Proud Aunt of
Sgt. Michael C. Taylor
KIA 12/7/2005 Balad, Iraq
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 6, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Taylor family in the loss of Michael. I did not know Michael, 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. Michael 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~
Kathy Forrester
February 6, 2007
To The Taylor Family,
Im really sorry for your loss. I grew up with "Mikey", when we were young. He was Trini's bestfriend and was very polite and generous to person. We would always to do fun things together. He lived right behind us for a very long time. Ruben Franco Sr. was my dad, I to have lost someone very dear to me. (my dad). I know its going to hard and tearful, but you know one thing that has kept me going is living for the lord. I can go to him anytime of day and he will listen. Don't ever doubt that he doesn't. It really breaks my heart that Mikey left us. When Mikey brought you to meet us, I thought to myself. He picked a really pretty and modest girl. She will make him happy. Be strong for your children. Hold your head up high. I'll be praying for you and your family everyday. He enjoyed everything he done for this country. He was a determined man. Wendy, I love you! You probably dont remember me, but I do. Keep the love in heart going.
Love & Prayers
Michael & Kathy Forrester
& Family (Kathy Franco)
Lynn Russell
February 5, 2007
Wendy, you are in my prayers. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Michael. You and the kids were all that he talked about, other than flying and duck hunting :-). I am so very sorry for your loss.
Trudy Lowe
February 1, 2007
My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.
Lee Sirotnak
January 28, 2007
Please accept our condolences for your loss. You will be in our prayers, that the Lord provide you comfort and peace. God Bless.
Cindy McCasland
January 28, 2007
I express my most heartfelt thanks and sympathies to the family and Michael. Everytime my husband and I look at the five precious faces that surround my table we are eternally grateful and thankful for Michael's sacrifice. Do not be in the least doubt that we support and appreciate his service to his country. May God bless you, heal you, and walk with you as you travel through this overwhealmingly trying time of faith.
Karen Hickman
January 28, 2007
On behalf of "Gold Star Siblings" Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Garnet Jenkins
January 25, 2007
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy, goes out to the family of Maj. Michael V. Taylor, with a multitude of Thanks for his Courage, unselfish Dedication and Years of Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May he Rest Safely, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God be with the Taylor family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
I am sincerely hoping that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Country morns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
January 25, 2007
To the Family of Major Michael V. Taylor:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Sandy Bonesteel
January 24, 2007
Please know that so many, many others grieve with you and that you will be in our prayers.
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