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Charlie Gili
July 15, 2025
Hello,
We wanted to let you; your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the Tunnel To Towers Foundation in honor of Kenneth T. Butler US Army Private 1st Class.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our mission: US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Inc.
Peggy Childers
February 2, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Kenneth T. Butler:
It has truly been my honor to sign Kenneth'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 Kenneth will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
February 4, 2012
February 1, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Kenneth T. Butler:
Always remembering Kenneth. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
February 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Kenneth T. Butler:
Please accept my remembrance of Kenneth on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
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Peggy Childers
February 1, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Kenneth T. Butler:
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
SP4 Nilburn Stepp
January 4, 2010
Starting the year off with the death of a loved one can be no easy task. Knowing that Kenneth service to his country will keep us that one step a head of those who want to bring harm to american. Knowing that may not make it any easier, but it makes american's like me proud that the military has solderies like kenneth. Life is a wonderful gift and that gift you gave to America. I want to thank you Kenneth and your family for my gift of Freedom.
Peggy Childers
February 1, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Kenneth T. Butler:
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
cody glassford
November 12, 2008
I am working on a vetrans day momoreal project in my class and believe Pfc.Kenneth t . Butler was a brave honorable man who deserves more thanks than any american can give
June 19, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Butler!
KELLY MILLS
May 31, 2008
RIP TYLER WE ALL MISS VERY MUCH. JUST REMEBER ONE DAY WE ALL WILL BE WITH.
Amn Jeff Camp
April 4, 2008
R.I.P. Brother
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
February 1, 2008
Our continued thoughts and prayers out to the BUTLER family.Knowing now what they have always known is one of many reasons that our HERO[S] shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommissed that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel is FOREVER clutched in the tallons,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation.THANK..YOU..HO..YAAH...B.V.C.
August 7, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Butler and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
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)
ROBYN Garside
May 2, 2007
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 FOR YOUR SON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Sandy Bonesteel
April 17, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Darlene Kelly
April 8, 2007
As a mother who lost her son in Iraq in February 2007, I know the pain your family is going through. I wish to offer my condolences and deepest sympathies. My heart hurts when I see that another name has been added to the list of fallen soldiers. Your young soldier also paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. Thank you, Tyler Butler, for keeping our country free. Darlene Kelly - mother of Sgt. Shawn Dunkin KIA 2-19-07
Jackie Dodson
April 6, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Kenneth was a beloved and precious son, husband and father. May God grant your family peace now and always.
Glen
March 3, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history…they pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Lee Sirotnak
March 3, 2007
Please accept our condolences for the loss of your loved one, Kenneth, and our prayers that you find peace and consolation in God’s grace. We are indebted to your Soldier for his great sacrifice and we will not forget.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 23, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Butler 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Kenneth 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~
Trudy Lowe
February 22, 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.
Lisa
February 12, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Kenneth. My son is also a member of the 57th MP Company, and I want to extend my sympathy from one family member to another. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. PFC Kenneth Butler is and always will be an American Hero. God Bless
Brooke
February 9, 2007
Butler Family,
You All Are In My Families And My Prayers.Everybody In EastLiverpool Will Be At His Funeral Including Me To Honor Tyler And How He Was One Of Us And Died For Our Country!
Maddy Oremus-Palmese
February 7, 2007
To The Butler Family,
Please except our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son, Kenneth. You are in our thoughts and prayers. He will always be remembered for serving our country and his bravery. You should be very proud of him. We know it is very hard. Our son, Cpl.Michael Oremus from the 57th MP Co. served with Kenneth in Iraq. Michael was killed by a sniper, while on patrol, on Oct. 2,2006. If you need to talk or write please contact us. We will be thinking of you during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Maddy ORemus-Palmese and Family
Dennis & Pam Robertson
February 6, 2007
We are saddened to hear of the loss of another young soldier, a hero. May God embrace and comfort you during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle & Aunt of Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06
Karen Hickman
February 6, 2007
On behalf of "Gold Star Siblings" Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Garnet Jenkins
February 6, 2007
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Pfc. Kenneth T. Butler, with a Multitude of Thanks for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Kenneth and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May he Rest Safely, in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Butler family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
"Surely He hath borne our grief,
and carried our sorrows."
Isaiah 53:4
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with Kenneth.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Gary Allain
February 5, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
February 4, 2007
To the Family of this Hero:
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
SHIRLEY DONEY
February 4, 2007
MY HEART BREAKS FOR ANOTHER ONE OF ARE SOLDIERS THAT HAS LOST THERE LIFE, YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS IN HEAVEN, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT IN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
February 4, 2007
Rest in peace with our eternal gratitude. Thank you seems so little for giving your all.
Phyllis Schuster
February 3, 2007
We have not known the soldier. Yet I know that your young man or woman is known to me. My son was KIA in Ar Ramasdi Iraq on February 25th 2006. He would have been there for your child if he could.I know that unknown soldier is what we know. Please know that in this great choice that is this world, that we honor your child, and that we care about your special soldier, and we will always remember.
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