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kevin howey
May 15, 2016
Blake Howey you are my hero. rest in peace
Jennifer Howey/Pavone
February 19, 2016
You are always in our thoughts. We miss you so much....Forever, Our Love
Peggy Childers
February 21, 2012
February 18, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Blake H. Howey:
Always remembering Blake. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
February 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Blake H. Howey:
Please accept my remembrance of Blake on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
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Chris Rodriquez
February 22, 2010
Remembering Blake, an American Hero! We miss you! <3
Peggy Childers
February 18, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Blake H. Howey:
Remembering Blake 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
Patti Arnold
February 18, 2009
Audrey and Taylor,
I wanted to let you both know I was thinking of you over the weekend. I know today is the day blake left us. just know that he will never be forgotten. I wore the pin that has this photo of him on it. We will never forget Blake. he is in our thoughts and prayers. He is our Hero.
Peggy Childers
February 18, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Blake H. Howey:
Blake 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
Jeannie Tolle
August 4, 2008
To Blake's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I don't know what to say that would ease your pain. Your son is an American Hero and will not ever be forgotten. I hope your happy memories of Blake bring you comfort. God bless all of you.
Rest In Peace young American Hero.
You won't be forgotten.
In Loving Memory of my Grandson
Pfc. Aaron J. Ward
KIA 5/6/2008 Iraq
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
August 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers out to the Howey / Nichka families.Knowing now few of the many things they have always know ,are few of the many reasons that our HEROs shall NEVER be forgotten.Rest well brother as prommised and in your honor that star spangled banner shall FOREVER wave.Your name stamped in steel shall be FOREVER clutched in the talons ,as your spirit FOREVER soars high in the skies in the symbol of our greatfull nation..THANK YOU..All Hard Chargers.If you are wonded I will carry you**If you are captured I will come for you**If you are K.I.A. I will FOREVER reamber you.We have one and all COME by NORTH**COME by SOUTH**COME by EAST**COME by WEST.We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers.And upon those last [4] spoken words we are..................................FOREVER BROTHERS......................B.V.C.............................................. SEMPER FI.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
August 3, 2008
Rest in peace you're paid in full.
kathi poppert
August 2, 2008
Blake, Thank you for the brave sacrifice you made for our freedom, rest easy young soldier you will never be forgotten. to Blake's family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Blake, God bless you all. we do not know eachother but now are forever joined see my nephew PFC Aaron J Ward at the age of 19 while serving in Iraq on may 6 2008 was also added to the long list of American Hero's who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country's continued freedom. may God bless us all and protect the so many other soldiers still fighting.
rest in peace Blake, America loves you....
proud aunt of PFC Aaron J Ward
Suzanne MacDaniel
August 2, 2008
To the Howey family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Blakes' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04
June 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Howey!
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)
August 8, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Howey and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
STEVE AND DEB ALLEN
May 19, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF LCPL. BLAKE H. HOWEY,
AS YOU GO THRU THESE LONG HARD DAYS PLEASE KNOW OUR FAMILY SHARES YOUR SORROW AND TEARS.
WE LOST OUR SON SGT. CHAD M. ALLEN
2-28-07 AND FIND IT JUST AS DIFFICULT TO WRITE WORDS TO OTHER FAMILYS AS WE KNOW HOW HARD THESE TIMES ARE FOR YOU.
THE FAMILY WE NOW HAVE HAS GROWN AND PLEASE KNOW WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.
WE CANT WIPE AWAY YOUR TEARS OR TAKE AWAY YOUR PAIN, FOR THEY DONT SEEM TO GO AWAY RIGHT NOW.
PLEASE KNOW OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
WITH LOVING MEMORIES OF OUR SONS.
PMP OF SGT. CHAD M. ALLEN 2-28-07
ROBYN Garside
May 5, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. YOUR BLAKE WAS A CLOSE FRIEND TO MY SON WHO IS STILL IN IRAQ. I HAVE PLACED A MEMORIAL FOR BLAKE IN OUR HOME. PLEASE KNOW HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BY THIS FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Mary Ghaney
May 4, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandy Bonesteel
April 16, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Trudy Lowe
March 28, 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.
Carl Raines,Sr.
March 26, 2007
Dear Howey Family,
When L/Cpl. Howey reported for duty, Saint Peter opened wide the Pearly Gates and welcomed him home.
Now he is in a land where there is no more pain or sorrow.
If he could speak to us now, I'm sure he would tell you how beautiful and peaceful his new home is. I'm sure by now, he has also met my son, L/Cpl. Carl L. Rain II, who was killed by a roadside bomb In Qaim, Al Anbar province on 10-06-05.
I wish there were some words that I could offer to help you with the pain. I'm still searching for them myself. Remember the good times, and the good things. .these are the things that death cannot steal from you.
I would also like to add that I served in 2/7 in Vietnam (1968-1969). I will close with a salute, and a hearty Semper Fi. Rest In Peace my brother. Carl L.Raines, Sr.
Jose Benavides
March 21, 2007
As Marines we all suffer when a Brother is called for Duty at God's Pearly Gates but He that gave us life will make the call and we must report.
God Bless your family.
SEMPRE FI MARINE.
Jose Benavides
SSGT USMC
Audrey Nichka
March 17, 2007
This is Blake mom, I want to thank everyone for all their prayer and support in this most difficult time for our family. Blake was an amazing young man, he was so giving to the people he loved and to his fellow marines, he was always bring new boys over to our house and his dads so they would not have to stay at 29 palm all weekend long…. Our house was not that big so we could only have no more than 6 boys at a time…. He was a great big brother to his sister and loved his cousins, he was great with kids.. He will be deeply missed and I will think of him every minute of everyday of my life, he was my life…. Love your mom
Fred (USMC Ret.)
March 16, 2007
It is with deep sadness that I honor the memory of another fallen Warrior. I ask the family and friends of L/Cpl. Blake Howey to accept the offer of my most sincere and heart felt condolences. I hope that you know your loss is shared and mourned by many grateful Americas. Most of whom you have not met and in all probability will never meet. Our nation sincerely appreciates the sacrifices made by your Marine patriot.
Freedom is not free; it is paid for by out heroes, and for those who fight for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know! This young Marine paid the ultimate price for our Freedom.
I know the pain parents feel when they loose a child. I lost a son 19 years ago. It is a pain that defies description. It is a pain that never goes away. It is a pain that will never end. It is a pain that is all consuming. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless and keep you today, tomorrow and forever!
Some people have to ask if they made a difference in the world but
Marines don’t have that problem.
President Ronald Regan; 1985
Rest in Peace Marine; you did your duty with great honor, dedication, distinction and in the highest traditions of our Corps.
Semper Fidelis
ROBYN GARSIDE
March 12, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE RECENTLY DISCOVERED THAT MY SON WAS ON THE RADIO WHEN THE CALL CAME IN. THEY KNEW EACH OTHER FROM 29 PALMS. THERE IS A LOT OF SADDNESS IN IRAQ RIGHT NOW. ANYTHING THAT I CAN HELP WITH, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL. PLEASE TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Karen Butterfield
March 9, 2007
Blake you truly are a hero, James loved you as a brother and a friend, you will never be forgotten and we know ths is not goodbye but see you later in heaven! I will be here for your family the rest of my life, you came from amazing people.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 6, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Howey family in the loss of Blake. I did not know Blake, 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. Blake 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~
GySgt Brian Breth (Ret.)
March 6, 2007
I was Blakes recruiter and just learned of his untimely passing today. I have such vivid memories of him when he joined the Marines, he was so full of joy and enthusiasm. I am honored to have known him.My hearfelt prayers and sympathies go out to Blakes family and friends. Blake, you will forever be in my prayers from this day on. You are a true American Hero.
Karen Hickman
March 5, 2007
On behalf of Gold Star Siblings, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
B C
March 4, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Howey. I pray God will surround you with love and strength during this difficult time. I thank Lance Cpl. Howey for his protection and brave service to our country. He will always be remembered.
Lee Sirotnak
March 3, 2007
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss, and our prayers that God grant you comfort and peace. Blake will live on in the prayers of thanks that we give for those who serve with such bravery and sacrifice. We also pray that you feel the love and support that will be sent your way in prayer by many Marine families and loved ones. God Bless and Semper Fi.
Glen
March 3, 2007
“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines
Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full
We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward
What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives
Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us
They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown
Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full
David (Beruit vet 1983) Wakefield
March 2, 2007
The Final Inspection
The Marine stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Marine,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the Marine waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, you Marine,
You've borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."
Cindy & Frank Ritter
March 2, 2007
Greg and Sheri, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. Blake was a very special young man and a true American Hero. Blake will always be with you, when you are missing him just look into your heart and he will be there.
Chris, Richard, Ryan & Ramsay
February 27, 2007
We're so sorry to hear about Blake, but he's in a place of no war, no saddness or pain. Ryan and I will never forget the great memories we have of Blake.
Patti Arnold
February 26, 2007
Audrey,
there are no words to say to heal your broken heart, I just want you to know that I am thinking of you, and praying that God will give you the strength to get throught this difficult time. God Bless Blake and let him rest in peace.
thoughts and prayers for you and the family.
Rose T. Vigil
February 26, 2007
God Bless You (my cousin)Blake H. Howey. My deepest sympathy to all my family and their friends. Lord I ask if you give them guidance, comfort & courage during this difficut time.
Victoria
February 26, 2007
Blake, we will miss you so much! Words can not describe who you were. I'm so blessed to have known you. Thank you for serving your counrty. You have always, and always will be our Hero!
Maria Dallas
February 26, 2007
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to the mom of this brave Marine. I am related, by marriage to Arlinda, Blake's granny - and did not know Blake, but from her stories, he was a top notch human being and left this planet FAR too soon. God rest your soul Blake! Mary from the Pacific Northwest
John Butcher
February 26, 2007
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you on the loss of your son,
Blake. My son called me last Tuesday from Iraq, where he was serving
with your son and advised me of Blake's death. He then went on to tell me about his friendship with Blake and the fun they had together
snowboarding on Big Bear. My son spoke very highly of your son and
expressed the grief that their entire company was going through at this time. May God Bless and comfort you during this very difficult time.
Kiersten Coyne
February 26, 2007
Its Kiersten, Johns sister. I grew up with Blake and my brother ever since they were friends. This is really hard for me and my family.. blake was like another kid to my parents and another brother to me. you guys are in my thoughts and prayers. god bless you all!!
ROBYN GARSIDE
February 25, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. 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 YOU ALWAYS. MAY PEACE FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. SEMPER FI AND GOD BLESS.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Don Elseroad
February 22, 2007
In recognition of Lance Corporal Blake H. Howey's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969
Pat Lorenzen
February 22, 2007
I am very sorry about the loss of your precious loved one & America's hero. May Lance Cpl Howey truly be honored every day for his courage & selflessness in doing his dangerous job. I truly appreciate his service & sacrifice. God Bless You.
SHIRLELY DONEY
February 22, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS IN HEAVEN
SHIRLEY DONEY
February 22, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS IN HEAVEN
Gary Allain
February 22, 2007
Lance Cpl. Blake H. Howey
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Edward Heim
February 22, 2007
Please accept our deepiest condolences during this time of your loss and the country's loss of a true hero. Our prayers and our thoughts are with you always. May God watch over your family always and especially during your hours of grief.
Garnet Jenkins
February 22, 2007
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of this Fine Young Marine.
The price Blake and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Dedication and Service.
May Blake rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with his family..
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage
and He shall strengthen your heart"
~ Psalm 27:14 ~
May the Peace of God and the memories of your loved one, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~
February 22, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
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
Dennis (USMC - Viet Nam) & Pam Robertson
February 21, 2007
We are saddned to hear of the loss of another Marine, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
SEMPER FI
Uncle & Aunt to Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06
Renee Owens
February 20, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincere gratitude for his service. May God grant you peace and strength.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
In memory of my nephew, PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, Iraq
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