Nathanial D. Windsor Obituary

Dear Nathan,
My heart still aches for you. I miss your laugh, smile and spark when you walked in the room.you had so much to give this world and it breaks my heart that you where taken from us all. I love you sweetheart.

On this Memorial Day, I am honoring Nathan.

There is an event at Arlington National Cemetery called Mindful Memorial Day where yellow ribbons are hung for each fallen soldier from the Iraq/Afghanistan War. I chose Nathan's ribbon.

My heart breaks for his family and friends, but I'm proud to honor such a special young man. Nathan, thank you for protecting our freedom. You will forever be in our hearts and my daughter will grow up knowing your name and your sacrifice.

http://mindfulmemorialday2015.com

March 13, 2012
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor:
Always remembering Nathanial. "Some gave all."

To the family of Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains 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 bless and keep you always.

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor:
Please accept my remembrance of Nathanial on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the Windsor family... I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Nathanial will never be forgotton! Nathanial is a true hero, I only wish i could have said Thank You in person for all he did for all of us. I never new your loved one but i know he was very special.

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor:
Remembering Nathanial on the anniverary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family of Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor:
Nathanial 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

Nathanial,
Thinking and praying for you on the 2nd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.

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 1,400 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!
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Sincerely,
Kenna

Mr. and Mrs. Windsor,

I am a high school teacher and our students received slips of paper upon entering our Veteran's Day assembly. On the slips of paper were the names of soldiers who had lost their lives serving our country. I received your son. I look at my students who are not much younger than Nathanial was and can not image not having any of them around to hear their laughter and above all to see them experience new things in their young lives. My heart goes out to you for the loss of your son but I want to say thank you for his sacrifice to ensure the freedoms that we enjoy each and every day.

God bless you and your family this Veteran's Day and every day.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Windsor!

Nathan you are a true blue American for stepping up and putting your life on the line for us all. Because freedom is not free; never was, never will be.

Missing you today Nathan.....so much! It's not the same without you here joking around.

You are my hero Nathan! The sacrifice that you made for our country will not be forgotten! You are greatly loved and missed.

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)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Windsor and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

I am leaving this message because I am a true Oregonian,my folks do not live too far from Scappoose, Oregon, they are just up the way on Skyline. I want to thank you for being in the miitary, and keeping us free. My prayers go with your family, and I will keep you in mine. Rest in Peace.

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. We will be always grateful for Nathanial, for the sacrifice that he made. God bless you and your family with comfort and peace. Semper Fi.

God bless the family and friends of Nathanial.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Nathanial for being such a brave hero.

(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)

Nathan was an amazing young man, full of humor and kindness, and a dedication to our country and to all who were in need of help. He was a friend to many, my son’s best friend, and my youngest son’s mentor. We miss you Nathan, and we will cherish your memory forever. Here is a poem written by Nate on December 25, 2006:

The BrotherHood

Its not just friends, or just for the guys
its everyone that’s helped u succeed in life.
its for that guy, that brother who was right there, right next to you when u fell
and he helped you up, he's or she’s the one you fight for and strive to protect
that one you will never let harm come to.
they are family, these are my words and they are truth,
the brotherhood stands in all of us you just need to realize who’s in yours
who's that man or woman to your left or right
who will you wake up in the morning to protect,
now not everyone’s brotherhood is big, some can be small.
just to all that read this and know what i’m talking about this is a toast to you,
and the fallen who fought for us and still fight to day.
this is to my family that stretches from twentynine palms cali
to the oceans and shores of Newport and the forests of Oregon
to the sands middle east and the southern hills of Alabama
you are all my family and never forget that . . .
LCPL WINDSOR....out

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. AGAIN I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES ON THE LOSS OF YOUR SON. I HAVE PLACED A MEMORIAL FOR HIM IN OUR HOME. KNOW THAT HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BY THIS FAMILY. YOU WILL CONTINUE TO STAY IN MY PRAYERS. SEMPER FI

A PROUD MARINE MOM

“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 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 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

TO THE FAMILY OF CPL. NATHANIAL D. WINDSOR,
FROM THE FAMILY OF SGT. CHAD M. ALLEN OUR PRAYERS AND LOVE ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.
OUR SON WAS KILLED 2-28-07. AS TIME GOES BY IT SEEMS THE WONDERFUL LOVE AND PRAYERS FROM STRANGERS AND THE MARINES HAVE HELPED US THRU THE MOST DIFFICULT TIME IN OUR LIVES. MAY YOU KNOW WE THINK OF ALL THE FALLEN FAMILYS ON A DAILY BASES AND YOU ARE ALSO IN OUR PRAYERS. MAY GOD GRANT US THE PEACE AND STRENGTH WE NEED THRU THESE HARD DAYS AND MAY YOU KNOW YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AT THIS TIME. GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AS OUR SONS NOW WATCH OVER US WITH GREAT LOVE.
PROUD MARINE MOM OF
SGT. CHAD M. ALLEN
2ND LAR, KIA IRAQ 2-28-07

As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Windsor family in the loss of Nathanial. I did not know Nathanial, 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. Nathanial 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~

I am so sorry to hear about Nathan's passing. He and my son Bobby played Little League and wrestled together when they were in jr. high and freshman in high school. Nathan was so happy to see Bobby in the mess hall at SOI. They talked about old times and saw each other often. Bobby is still in Iraq serving with the 2/3. I know he'll be very sorry to hear about Nathan. Please know that our prayers are with you at this difficult time and always. Nathan was a true hero and always a nice kid. May God bless him always. Sincerely, Lynda Fresenius
Proud mother of LCpl. Robert Fresenius 2/3 Golf Co. HA

Dear Windsor Family,
It is with deep sadness that I read the death notice of L/Cpl. Windsor. I have two reasons for writing and adding my condolences. I was a member of 2/7 in Nam (1968/1969). I also lost a son on 10-06-05 in Qaim, Iraq, Al Anbar Province. He was killed by an IED. I wish I could offer words that will somehow ease your pain. Sadly, I must confess I still search for them, even today.
Remember Nathanial for the good things he did while here on earth. Feel his presence in the sound of birds singing. Let his spirit caress you with a gentle breeze. And above all else at night, look for the brightest star and realize that is him smiling down upon you, letting you know his soul is at peace. Semper Fi, Rest In Peace, My brother. CArl L. Raines, Sr.

I am so sorry to hear about another fallen! I know there are no words that I can say to ease your pain! The only thing I can say is let faith keep you grounded in your life and hold on to your loved ones! This will help you through! This is what helps me get through my days, I too have lost. My son entered into the Heavens to be with our Lord January 27,2007 God Bless Your Family!

Sincerely,

In Loving Memory of Lcpl. Anthony C. Melia USMC~ Ramadi, Iraq 1/27/2007
"SEMPER FI"

Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

FOREVER A MARINE> SEMPRE FI.
God give the family the strength and courage to move forward without regrets.
Joe Big Ben Benavides
SSGT USMC.

Another Fallen Hero ~

My heart breaks as I sign this guestbook of such a courageous soldier who gave his life so selflessly. May he rest in peace knowing that he is loved and remembered by those who knew him, as well as strangers who admired his courage and sacrifice. God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and made the ultimate sacrifice.

We understand what you are experiencing and feeling. No amount of words can ease the pain of your loss. We know first hand there are no words of comfort at this time. We lost our only son 9-3-2004 at the age of 19 and it fells like yesterday. Just know that there are Marine families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain. You are not alone. We will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes.

My deepest condolences and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort in such a difficult time. I will keep your family in my prayers along with all the families of our American Hero’s.

Nathanial, My family and I are thankful for the Bravery, Courage, Determination and Service, for your true dedication in protecting and serving our country (our freedom) from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces for the sacrifice made for us. You all will not be forgotten.

We also have a Marine daughter and Marine son-in-law. I still fly my Marine flag and have my Marine tag and sticker on my vehicles because I'm PROUD of my SON and all the MARINE MEN and WOMEN out there. I will always be a MARINE. We are proud of you all. “Land of the Free, Because of the Brave”

Thank you Legacy.com for setting up this website so families can quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves across this great nation.

Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!

Proud Marine Parents of an American Hero
LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9~3~04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq

To the family of Nathanial Windosr, please accept my sympathy and condolences. I lost my husband and childrens' father on December 21, 2006. He was with 3/4 who was also stationed in Twentynine Palms. Take comfort in knowing he is in heaven with the rest of our fallen heros making sure those streets are safe. I was raised in St. Helens. If there is anything I can do for you all, please let me know.

To the Family of LCpl Nathanial Windsor,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son. Nathanial gave so unselfishly for us all, we will never forget him, or his sacrifice.

Please know we as a nation mourn with you. My son is one of Nathanial's 2/7 brothers, I know they too mourn Nathanial, and will always keep their brother close at heart.


Jana Becker
Glennallen AK
Proud Marine Mom of
LCpl Cory Becker-2/7 Golf Deployed Iraq

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

You will always be a HERO and never fogotten. Now Rest in Peace Brave Warrior; you did your duty with great honor and distinction.

You & your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

Until we meet in Heaven,
God Bless - Proud Aunt & Cousin of two brave soldiers.

You will always be a HERO and never fogotten. Now Rest in Peace Brave Warrior; you did your duty with great honor and distinction.

God Bless

May the love of Christ bring you peace and comfort at this time of separation from, and mourning for the loss of your loved one. His service to God and country will long be remembered. My heart goes out to you, as a mother of one serving in the Army, who has seen two tours in Iraq. Thank you for giving your son for service to our great nation. God bless you now and always. Love in Christ's name, Jeanette Golden

Your place of honor secured while our future is less bright because you gave your all when you were asked. Rest in peace.

Father we entrust our brother Nathanial to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Nathanial in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

Hi my name is jody i also lost a son on 11-2-2006 he also was 20 we dont no each other i do share the pain that you feel please accept my deepest sympathy for the lose of your son my son was Lcpl James E Brown if you need anything let me no i am so very sorry love the brown family SEMPER FI

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of this young Marine. May you know the comfort and healing of God. May you recieve support from your "extended" Marine family. He was not only your hero, but a hero to all.
You are and will be in my thoughts and prayers now and always.
Semper Fi
Another Proud Marine Mom

It is with deep sadness that I honor the memory of another fallen Warrior. I ask the family and friends of L/Cpl. Nathanial Windsor 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.

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

Please accept the grateful appreciation of a mother who also lost a son in Al Anbar Province in February 25th of 2006. We know how devastating this moment is, and how many moments new and unknown you will have to go through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you try to think of life without Nathaniel as a present soul, and make new plans for all of you. We send you our love and support for all you have before you.

In recognition of Lance Corporal Nathanial D. Windsor'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

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

GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES OF NATHANIAL MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. 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. MY SON KNEW NATHANIAL WELL FROM 29 PALMS AND HAS BEEN HIT HARD WITH THIS. IT IS A VERY SAD TIME FOR THOSE WHO KNEW YOUR SON. WE PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI

A PROUD MARINE MOM

My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Lance Cpl. Nathanial D. Windsor.
The price this Brave Young Marine 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 Nathanial rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Peace and Comfort be with the Windsor 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 Nathanial, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
~ Softly and slowly, time heals.~
You are in my thoughts and prayers.