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Grant Settle
May 27, 2024
I was one of Brian´s Drill Instructors. I remember him well as he was going through boot camp and remember where I was when I saw his obituary. I always think of him and wonder about what other great things he would accomplish. Semper Fi my Brother! You are never forgotten!
Nancy J Bamford
May 24, 2020
On Memorial Day 2020, I will be virtually running with wearblueruntoremember.org JBLM Chapter in DuPont, WA in honor and memory of Brian A. Escalante. May his sacrifice never be forgotten.
Charlie Gili
October 10, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Escalante Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Brian A. Escalante US Marine Lance Corporal. 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. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Crystal Escalante
October 6, 2015
Miss you and thinking of you everyday, especially days like this are the worst, your birthday... I wonder what you would be doing today. RIP
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Michelle Colledge
September 25, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss. My brother's life ended the day your husband's did. His name is Shane Kirby and he held your husband while he passed. I hope I'm not reopening old wounds but I hope you know that you are not the only one that Brian's life impacted. Your husband must have been an amazing human being.
July 29, 2015
My condolences to the family of Brian Escalante, sorry for your loss.
Micah 4:3,4
Crystal Escalante
May 13, 2015
Thinking of you as always Brian. RIP
Toby Mathews
August 15, 2013
Brian-
I was in Brians platoon in Iraq, that day was a tough day for us all. Brian was a good Marine, friend and father, he is greatly missed by us all.
January 1, 2013
In memory & honor of Brian on this New Year's Day. He will always be remembered and honored.
omar corral
December 5, 2012
Esco you beast I will always remember you. I pass on your story to every future generation.
Peggy Childers
February 17, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Brian A. Escalante:
Please accept my remembrance of Brian on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Brianna Escalante
September 5, 2011
i love u 2 uncle barny :) i miss u soo much wish u were here
Ayda Escalante
August 29, 2011
Dang it Brian I miss you sooo much!! I cried myself to sleep the other day. There are many things I wish you were here to see. I love you and I will let you live through me. I love you!!
Paulo Vlet
June 24, 2011
I spent the majority of my first deployment with him. He and I were the one people who was always stuck together in a truck. From late Sept. to Dec. It might not seem that long but when you sleep 6ft from the guy it has an impact. I would always steal his ipod to listen to music and still remember the songs I would listen to. In his memory I have his rifle and an abbreviation of his name tattooed on the inside of his left wrist. HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!
Peggy Childers
February 17, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Brian A. Escalante:
Remembering Brian on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
July 22, 2009
Vaya con Dios Escalade
Peggy Childers
February 17, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Brian A. Escalante:
Brian 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
Dan Nguyen
January 9, 2009
heY bARNEY MAN I MISS YOU FOOL!
never know what tommarow will bring!or take!
Chetes
minh mai
November 12, 2008
I miss you.
Destini Wilson
November 11, 2008
Thank you for fighting for our country. You will always be remembered!
Jessica Keenan
November 11, 2008
My favorite memory of Brian is his dedication to his son, Aidyn. There is no question in my mind that Brian loved and cherished his boy, no matter where his job took him. He will be missed, but I believe Aidyn will know that his Daddy loved him.
Kelli Torres
November 6, 2008
I never knew Brian personally, but respect and appreciate what he did for OUR country. I know that he is missed more than words can say. I feel close to anyone who has family in the military, even if I don't know them personally, because my brother is in the Army Reserves. He's getting ready to do his 2nd term over there. I am scared. But I know that he's doing what needs to be done. Thank You Brian for fighting in what you believed in, and for doing your all to protect our country. I will FOREVER be thankful for what you did. Rest Always....
December Shutt
November 5, 2008
Brian, a proud father, husband, brother and son, you are a soldier. A soldier to your family and to America. Thank you for all that you have done to change people's lives for the better. You have an amazing son, I know that you see him everyday the same way that we see you in him. You have left a lasting impression on all of those that knew you. I pray to god that you are receiving your gifts in heaven for all that you have done down here. You will be missed and forever loved.
charity shirley
November 5, 2008
thank you for the bravery you have selflessly given to help ensure our freedom. my thought and prayers are here , as god keeps you safe in his arms and the angels are watching upon your family.
Ireland on the day you were put to rest with a marine. too bad it wasn't her uncle. :(
Monica Clark
November 5, 2008
Bu Bu Brian. You will never know how much you are missed. And it breaks my heart that you never got to be here to meet your neices, ireland and italy. I think of you everyday and remember all the fun times we had together, going to the nelly concert and just hanging out and you and crystals apartment. You always stood up for me and I miss having my big brother here to defend me when me and my sister fight! I love you. You are greatly missed. Gone but you will never be forgotten!
Jermiah Friesen
November 5, 2008
Just wanted to say thankyou for your ultimate sacrifice.I did not know you well.But I know you are missed and loved by many.
Brian and Aidyn
Dawn Unruh
November 5, 2008
There are no words to ease the heartache felt when you left your family. Just knowing you was an honor and your family loves you very much. Your son Aidyn is such a fine young man. Your memory will always live in him.
Love always, Aunt Dawn and Uncle Jeff Unruh
Our hero.
November 5, 2008
Brian was a superdad!
November 5, 2008
Brian and Aidyn. Very special picture.
November 5, 2008
Family picture
November 5, 2008
Brian's Dad, Brian and son Aidyn. Oh and Damien(nephew) in the back.
November 5, 2008
RIP Brian. We love and miss you.
November 5, 2008
Father and son moment.
November 5, 2008
Brian, Aidyn(son) and Brianna(niece)
November 5, 2008
Brian Anwar Escalante and Aidyn Anwar Escalante
Crystal Escalante
November 5, 2008
Brian... I miss you so much and think of you EVERYDAY. We will always love and miss you. Aidyn is getting so big now and I can see you in him in the way that he looks and expressions that he makes. What I promised you still holds true and I know that you have to be watching from above so proud of how big and smart our son is. He is great Brian, my world. I am so grateful to have had you in my life, and for Aidyn. Thank you. Love and miss you, Crystal and Aidyn
June 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Escalante!
Shawn Hess
January 6, 2008
Its different not having you around bro. I was on Bn duty when the call came through. Your death hit me hard it was a trip to see you come and go so fast. I wish you could still be here but god had other plans. Thank you for giving your life for other. My heart go's out to your family.
August 18, 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 Escalante and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
KEVIN SALMON
July 28, 2007
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I SERVED WITH YOU SON FOR A SHORT TIME
AND WILL NEVER FORGET HIM
CPL, "FISH" SALMON
joey melle
May 28, 2007
We will always remember you Brian. Your never fogotten.
ROBYN Garside
May 5, 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 LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND 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.
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. Brian Escalante 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 untimate 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
Vikki Carver
March 6, 2007
My heart felt sympathy goes to the family of Lance Cpl. Brian A. Escalante.
My son HN Charles O. Sare was killed October 23, 2006, he was attached to your son's battalion at the time of his death.
I am so sorry for your loss, there are so many things to endure during this time. My thoughts are with you and if there is anything I can do to help you through this time, please feel free to contact me. I am so sorry. Vikki Carver
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
March 6, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Escalante family in the loss of Brian. I did not know Brian, 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. Brian 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~
Karen Hickman
March 5, 2007
On behalf of Gold Star Siblings, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Yvette Goff
March 5, 2007
To the family of Lance Cpl. Escalante I wanted to tell all of you how sorry I am for your loss. I lost my fiance Sgt Jesse Davila one year ago in Baghdad, Iraq. I believe are soldiers now lie in the same cemetery together. I am very sorry for the loss of another great soldier and I want all of you to know just how grateful I am to all of you for your sacrifices. I know the incredible sacrifice you have made. Your husband, son, and father will always be a hero and you should forever be proud. Thank you to his entire family for all you have given. All of you will forever be in my thought and prayers.
B C
March 4, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the wife, son, family and friends of Lance Cpl. Escalante. May God surround you with love and strength. Please know how very grateful I am to Lance Cpl. Escalante for his protection and service to our country.
Lee Sirotnak
March 3, 2007
Please accept our condolences for your loss, our prayers that you find peace and comfort in our Lord, and our thanks for the sacrifice that your Marine, Brian, made for our country. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that there are many Marine families keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. 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
Mary Ellen Pedroza
February 26, 2007
Gilbert & Family, we want you to know that you are in our prayers and in our thoughts.
Frank & Mary Pedroza & Family
Don Elseroad
February 23, 2007
In recognition of Lance Corporal Brian A. Escalante'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
Gypsi Perez
February 23, 2007
You will be missed by many!!! You are one true hero!! Continue to watch over your fellow brothers. May you rest in peace. My heart goes out to your family!
Gypsi Perez
Wife of CPL Simon Torres
3/4 L Co.
Garnet Jenkins
February 23, 2007
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Lance Cpl. Brian A. Escalante,
The Price Brian and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May this Brave Young Marine rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Escalante family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~
Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A Hero to all of us.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
SHIRLEY DONEY
February 21, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS IN HEAVEN
Ann Herring
February 21, 2007
Every time a hero dies it breaks my heart. May GOD be with you in this time of sorrow.Thank you for fighting for our freedom.May GOD bless you.R.I.P. (HERO)
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
February 21, 2007
Another star has appeared in heaven last night.Rest in peace Marine.
Gary Allain
February 20, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Dennis (USMC - Viet Nam) & Pam Robertson
February 20, 2007
We are saddened to hear of the loss of another young marine, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
SEMPER FI
Uncle & Aunt of 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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