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Charlie Gili
November 16, 2023
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We have recently sent Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Benjamin L. Sebban US Army Sergeant 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, our family, friends and many 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 US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Richard Walling
January 27, 2020
Ben - You are a hero, as a man and a soldier. I am privileged to know you, from you student days, to our trip with the veterans to Washington, DC, to cleaning up Monmouth Battlefield, to visiting you at college at Schroon Lake in NY. You will forever be in the hearts of myself and daughter, Jennifer. Thank you for being a part of our lives. Thank you for your service to our nation. God Bless.
I share Bens story on my Remembering birthdays Quilts FB Page on his Heavenly Birthday and Angelversarry.
Helen Phillips
January 26, 2020
Remembering Flag for SFC Benjamin Sebban I made with the help of his Gold Star Mom, Barbara Walsh
Helen Phillips
January 26, 2020
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Helen Phillips
January 26, 2020
Bens Remembering Flag is filled with his precious photos and beautiful stories of how he lived, photos and stories his mom shared with me several years ago when I was living in New Jersey. I share Bens Remembering Flag every March 17 and and July 14 on my Helen Rusch Phillips Facebok page. He is Remembered Forever and Ever.
David Sebban
January 25, 2020
Love you bro I'm making sure your not forgotten! I named my son after you! He's amazing! He reminds me of you a lot! R.I.P brother!
Patricia
May 30, 2016
My son John Starrick a friend of Ben's visited his memorial today Memorial Day 2016. He sent me pictures and my memory of Ben still remains the same as a young caring young man with a smile that lit up the room To the family of Ben please know he is always remembered in my prayers and thoughts forever. Rest peaceful prayers John's mom Patricia
Melvin Efrece
July 31, 2014
Sebban, I was floored by the news, just found out yesterday. It went from a joyous reunion with Army buddies on FB to finding out this devastating news. I am glad I was able to get to know you during our Nursing training. You were a great guy with a big heart and continued to show that long after we lost contact from what I have read about you from your friends and family.
Thank you for your service. You are truly one of the great ones.
Helen Phillips
June 12, 2014
Benjamin, I share your story often with the Remembering Flag I made your mom. Yesterday I made your mom a huggable pillow, it was wonderful to meet her in person in May, she has beautifulstories to share <3 https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=598025400296831&set=a.113764925389550.17581.102337263198983&type=1&theater
Stacy F
December 11, 2013
Ben,just thinking of u!! Miss u my hero!
December 10, 2013
THANKS..............MY HERO
Richard Walling
September 10, 2013
I just found this page and I would like to pay tribute to a fine human being. Ben and I were more than just student and teacher, we were friends and he also became friends with my daughter, Jennifer. We miss you, we love you, and we will never forget you!
Ken Miller
March 18, 2013
Ben and family,
Sorry this is a day late. Just wanted to let you all now I think about Ben often. He was truly an American hero, but he was also one of the most wonderful "kids" I can remember from the LBC Boys Brigade program. Ben, you will never be forgotten!
John Schmidt
March 18, 2013
Ben I miss you so much man! I think of you everyday. You truly exemplified what a HERO is!
Mark Reynolds
March 17, 2013
thinking about my good friend...I miss you man. I cant wait to laugh with you again
Stacy F
November 10, 2012
Ben just thinking of u!! U are truly missed by so many people.I am honored to have known such a brave man!
Peggy Childers
March 19, 2012
March 17, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban:
Always remembering Benjamin. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban:
Please accept my remembrance of Benjamin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
L Neal
March 14, 2011
To the family of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban:
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.
Victoria
October 11, 2010
To Ben's family
Facebook has brought several former classmates together and some are just learning of his passing. We think about him all the time, his sacrifice is not forgotten, still fresh in our hearts, and I believe the care each of us provides in our own nursing practice is all the better for having known him. RIP Ben, you live in our hearts and through our hands!
Brian Kathol
May 31, 2010
Hey Ben, just wanted to stop by and let you know that I have been thinking about you this Memorial Day, and that you are still a very big part of everything I do. I am doing well in the M6 school, and I know that you are proud of me, thanks again for all the mentorship and motivation you have given me over the last 8 years that we have known eachother. See you on the other side, Bro.
-Cathole
Jamie Worley
May 2, 2010
I met Ben when I was stationed at Giebelstadt. We lived a few doors down from each other in a fairly empty hallway. He was the one who came to the rescue when my friend burned her hand. He had heard the commotion in the hallway and immediately began to help her and drove her to the hospital. From that moment I sensed he was a genuine person who cared for people and could be trusted. In the time I did spend with him, I knew he was proud of his work in Georgia (he showed me the sweet shadowbox given to him as a thank you) and that he aspired to go SF. After I left Germany, I looked Ben up on AKO and found that he was at Ft. Bragg and I was proud that he had made it to where he wanted to be and was sure that he was happy, too. Yet, today I looked to see if he had a Facebook page and instead learned of his death three years ago. I am truly sorry for the everyone's loss, even if time has passed. I felt that Ben was a model soldier, medic, and human being. Reading everyone's posts only confirms that to me. I am glad to hear he is at Arlington. I will make a visit today. I think it says a lot that I never forgot his name.
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban:
Remembering Benjamin 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
John Schmidt
September 23, 2009
Ben and I went to a youth group together in SOuth Amboy. We always had a good time we would play basketball at church on sundaqy nights. I moved to North Carolina in 1995 and never saw Ben again. When I heard of his passing and read his story I was reminded of the great person he was even when we were young kids. I have 3 boys ages 8,6,and 3 and they all know of daddy's friend Ben. They always ask me when I am reading stuff about him why are you crying daddy he is safe now and in heaven with GOD. They know he and every other soldier are true heroes. We all need to take a moment and remember that so next time you see a soldier tell them thanks!!!
John Schmidt
SSG GALINDO
July 20, 2009
WE MISS YOU BUDDY. I NEVER THANKED YOU FOR BEING LIKE A BIG BROHTER TO ME AT CALDWELL. WE MISS YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. WATCH OVER THE GUYS PLEASE.
July 14, 2009
Towjumper
Happy birthday..not a day goes by that I dont think about you. I heard from BAM the other day from Afghanistan..he seems like he is doing okay.Make sure you keep an eye over him over there. We love and miss you dearly.
Jess
Tammy Bass
May 31, 2009
Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at a ceremony in Washington DC at the WWII Memorial. Ben Sebban is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06
Ken Miller
March 17, 2009
Ben,
So sorry I could not make it to the dedication today in South Amboy. I will be bringing my family there shortly to see the memorial.
I think about you often. Your service to our country and to the Lord was one of true sacrifice. I look forward to seeing you again bro.
God bless your mom and brothers as they hold on to the fond memories of your life.
Ken
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2009
To the family of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban:
Benjamin 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
Explaining things at Caldwell
February 10, 2009
Kenna larra
February 9, 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 1,400 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!
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
brian mccoy
January 16, 2009
Ben you I remember you as an outstanding person and Soldier. I remember shortly after you started working for me in the 67th Combat Support Hospital how impressed I was with your work ethic and compassion as a medic. I wished I had 10 of you working the floor. I hated the day you came to me and asked if I would help you go work with the Foward Surgical Team but knew it was the right thing to do. It was always great running into you because no matter what, you had a smile and something nice to say. When I found out what happened on my birthday it was like a ton of bricks fell on me. I would always say I was proud to be a Soldier and Honored to be called one but now I have to add "and very blessed to have served with one of the best" miss you buddy. SFC (ret) McCoy
Ken Miller
November 11, 2008
Ben,
We salute you this Veteran's Day. Your sacrifice to country and your fellow soldiers reminds us of the sacrifice Christ made for all mankind, always thinking off others before yourself.
To Barbara, Dan and Dave, you are all still in our thoughts and prayers. My family was so moved when we visited Ben's grave at Arlington about a year ago. There were many momentos left behind by fellow soldiers. He truly made an impact on those he served with. Take great comfort in knowing he is now praising the Lord. We look forward to seeing him again.
Ken Miller and family (former LBC members)
Robert McNamara
August 22, 2008
Ben, thank you for the short time we had together. I appreciate knowing you. Thank you
June 22, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt 1st Class Sebban!
Erin
May 27, 2008
I went to Word of Life with Ben in our 1st year. My brother (GySgt M.L. Kiernan USMC) was deployed to Afghanistan & Iraq & lost many of his men. My little brother (Pvt N.M. Pier USMC) is being deployed to Iraq as a machine gunner this summer. The reality is difficult, but the knowledge that the military is filled with brave men & women just like Ben makes it easier to let my brother's go. Thanks for being an example, Ben. People are still learning from you.
Walt Bielecki
April 26, 2008
Sgt.Sebban, my son is being deployed with the Guard this September. I have read your legacy from your friends & fellow soldiers. He is my only child. Please be his guardian angile and look over him and protect him. The nation and its children oue you much.
This was our class, Ben is in the back center.
Victoria Glynn
March 17, 2008
I continue to keep your family in my prayers. I know how difficult this year has been for you. Between Nancy and I taking the kids to spend time with their father, we always spend time with Ben. I also have about 400 pictures from our time in the 91C course at Fort Bragg on my myspace page, there are a few pictures that are just how our classmates remember him, the comedian. I have had opportunity to share Ben's story with my classmates as I complete my nursing degree at Univ of Tampa. I continue to pray for your comfort and hope your pain is eased in knowing how many soldiers are inspired by your son and brother.
Chrisy Krueger
January 3, 2008
To Ben Sebban's family:
I have been trying to reach a family member. I've dedicated my book, Vino in Vo, to Ben and two other soldiers that have served alongside my husband, but Ben is very special to me. When my husband was first assigned to Bragg, his unit was set to go to Iraq in July, which meant that he would miss another birth--he was in Iraq when our first son was born. I prayed that something would change and that my husband's tour would be delayed. And then Ben walked into our lives and answered my prayers. He had heard about my husband and volunteered to switch with him.
Ben came over our house before he left for Iraq. I was very pregnant and he told me that he had children--that all his soldiers were his children. And he told me that even though my husband was the same rank, and that they were in different units, he still felt that he had to take care of him. I thought he was an angel living on Earth. I can only imagine the good things he's doing in Heaven.
When I heard of Ben's death, I cried until I finally realized that he wouldn't want me to. I think of him every day and I'll never forget him. The extra months Ben gave my husband with his family is priceless.
My husband is in Afghanistan now, but I'm sure Ben is still watching out for him.
Although Vino in Vo follows three Army wives surviving their husbands' tour of Iraq, it also describes how wonderful our soldiers are--soldiers like Ben. I hope you find it a fitting tribute.
taylor williams
November 13, 2007
rest in peace, doc. i'll always remember that day. you are a friend and a true hero. your warning shouts of "get down, get down" saved many lives. mine among them. i am forever in your debt. your are not only a first class soldier and medic, but a first class person. my deepest sympathies go out to your family. i know that they take pride in your actions in combat. your the real deal. till we meet again.
taylor williams
charlie troop
5-73 cavalry recon
August 16, 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 11, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt 1st Class Sebban and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Cathie Adams
August 7, 2007
Today, as I do every day, went to my son's web site and I see he has has signed in today and a great sigh of relief escapes my lips.
Yet, I am sadden that not all families can have this moment of thankfulness - their brave hero has passed.
My son, Sgt. Marc Adams, Combat Medic, 5/73rd 82nd Airborne is in Iraq.
Then I looked at his collection of pictures and see one with a caption 'R.I.P. Ben KIA March, 17, 2007.'
Marc knew Ben!
I am so sorry for your loss and my heart grieves that much more as Ben was a friend of Marc's and a fellow medic.
God Bless your son. He will never be forgotten.
Cathie
Proud Army Mom
Sgt. Marc Adams - Combat Medic
July 8, 2007
Please accept our condolences for the loss of your loved one, 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.
Ronn Massie
June 22, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Benjamin.
You will all be in our prayers
Thank you Benjamin for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Grace Z
May 28, 2007
Tell them of us and say,
For their tomorrows,
We gave our today.
-- The Kohima Epitaph
We will never forget,
NJ Marine Moms
Jerry tolomeo
May 27, 2007
My name is Jerry (Ben was my cousin)I've dezigned a web site in his honor.The web site is located at http://www.benjaminlsebban.com
TURK
May 26, 2007
this weekend of memorial day is a tribute to you and all the other fallen hero's,its gonna be wiurd with out you coming up to see dave at the beach house.i always looked foward to it because it seemed like no matter what plans every one had we always met up and went out this weekend.just alittle something to let you know we will always miss and never forget you ben.till we meet again R.I.P S.F.C BEN SEBBAN...........
ROBYN Garside
May 17, 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Glen
May 5, 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
Patrick Whitney
May 1, 2007
I had the privilege and honor to serve with Sebban while he was stationed in Babenhausen, Germany. At the time he was my equal in rank (E-4), but when he left the unit and came back to visit less than 2 years later as an E-6, I knew he was destined for greatness in the U.S. Army. He was always willing to help anyone with anything at any time. I cannot imagine the emotional pain that his family has gone through and will go through but rest assured that he is in a better place now, looking down on his family and friends. He has made the ultimate sacrifice for his fellow soldiers and the human race in general and the world will be worse off for his passing. God bless all who knew him and all of the lives he touched while on this Earth.
Erin Senape
April 15, 2007
Ben,
We will miss you and we enjoyed so much to see you when you came home from the army to see all of your friends & family. We also enjoyed spending the time with you that we did. Especially you,Dave,Dan & I when we were young, (Great Adventure, Church, & your mom bring us down the shore & many more)those memories will last forever! Down the shore @ daves beach house, surf club, us three were hanging out all night, we had so much fun or when you came home and came over we watched a movie and Erin made us dinner. We are so happy for them memories.& also when we were all hangin out at Harbor Lights, that was the last time that we got to see you. We are so lucky to have known you. You are our HERO! You were a person that was so kind, and enjoyed life to the fullest. You and your family will be in our hearts & thoughts always. God Bless!
We love you,
Sonny & Erin
South Amboy, NJ
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 11, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Sebban family in the loss of Ben. I did not know Ben, 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. Ben you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I visit ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY often. I promise each time I am at ANC I will visit/honor Ben.
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~
Sandy Bonesteel
April 11, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Aaron Matthew Kendrick
April 10, 2007
Noone cheered people up like Ben did. I thought I was funny. Ben had the gift of humor and loved people far beyond the average person. I will love like you did Ben; your truely forever a brother.
Mark Reynolds
April 5, 2007
I am proud to call Ben my friend. It's an honor to have him go out a hero. His family, friends, and fellow soldiers were very important to him...and he gave his life protecting all of them.
When we graduated from WOLBI I never thought that I would be standing in Arlington for his funeral, but then again, we don't know what tomorrow is going to bring. He's touched so many lives, it was incredible to see the town of South Amboy show how much they love him...Ben would have been so honored. It seems as if everyone who knew him feels the same way about him. Ben was a great man, a great soldier, and a great friend.
It is a comfort to know that he is born again and is now with our Lord...but, I will miss him. I can't wait to see you again Ben,
'til then; GS-4-L!
Bump Galletta
April 4, 2007
There is so much to say, I just know I'll miss Ben. I wish I had kept in better touch after college. He brought me home one christmas, It was a great and unforgettable time.
Ben being Ben at my wedding June 2000
Greg Cintron
April 4, 2007
I knew Ben from WOLBI, we hit it off right away, we both later ended up in Chattanooga TN and soon rented a house together, then he joined the army, and a few months later i did as well. i thought i lost contact with him, but not long after that we ended up at ft. Bragg together. He even went out of his way to be in my wedding. It was amazing how our lives unintentionally mirrored each other. Ben was truly a better man than I was, he inspired me through his life and his death to be more than I was, and to live a life of integrity, as well as mischief. He really knew how to have fun, and we sure did have alot of it. I'll always miss Ben, he had the biggest smile, and an even bigger heart, he always thought about other people before himself. He had a special gift to see the good in others. I'm so happy to know that he is in heaven , it makes missing him so much nicer, i'm sure he is a guardian angel or something, i can picture him applying for the job. =)
We miss you Ben, till we see you again.
Love Greg n' Mandy
-Airborne-
Someone who will never Forget
April 4, 2007
The funeral service the City of South Amboy gave you before you went to your final resting place was quite impressive to say the least. May you rest in peace with the other American heros who died in this and other wars including my friends who perished in the WTC. May God Bless You All.
Erin (Kiernan) Stalnaker
April 3, 2007
My thoughts & prayers are with the Sebban family. I attended WOLBI with Ben & he was a good friend to me then.
Rest in peace, soldier. Job Well Done.
Lois Olszewski
April 3, 2007
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Sebban. I lost my nephew,CWO John Priestner, in Iraq,in Nov. I know alittle of what you are going through. You must know that you are not going through this alone. So many people are praying for you as well as Ben. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He is a hero to so many people. May God be with you at this time.
Tara S
April 2, 2007
Ben was a wonderful man and a Hero.it was wonderful how the town of South Amboy got together to support his family and honor a brave man.
Charles Howell
April 2, 2007
Family and Friends
I am saddened by the death of this great Soldier, true patriot, and honorable American. I am inspired by his example, his professionalism, and his uncompromising commitment.
He is forever in my thoughts, and you are in my prayers.
CH (LTC/P) Howell
INSCOM, Ft. Belvoir, VA
Jon Gilbert
April 2, 2007
I had the oppurtunity to get to know Ben real well since he came to the platoon. I lived with Ben in Iraq. We spent many nights laying in bed and talking about anything and everything. Ben had no enemies and was loved by all in the 5/73 family. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Larry Robinson
April 2, 2007
Dear Sebban family,
I served with Ben in Iraq with the 5/73 and was injured and sent back to the states about one week before he died. I want you to know that he was one of finest medics I've worked with and was a good christian brother. I know I'll see him again someday. We rode out on the last mission together, in the same vehicle. He was a brother to me, and I know he loved his family and often talked about how he loved hanging out with his brothers. I would love to talk to any of you anytime.
Yours,
CPT Larry Robinson
formerly theSquadron Surgeon of the 5/73.
[email protected]
Bob Hafner
March 31, 2007
I'll never forget how Ben was ironing and twisted his knee while we were in the LPN program at Ft. Bragg. He joked that he told everyone back home he did it jumping out of an airplane. I will miss him greatly.
1LT Bob Hafner
Bill Gilbert
March 31, 2007
To the Family of SFC Benjamin Sebban,
My wife and I have felt the sorrow felt by our son, Sgt Jon Gilbert in the e-mails he has sent to us and to you.
There are so few people in our lives that truely touch so many in every stage of their lives as Ben has.
Our prayers go out to you and we know that your son and brother will always be remembered.
turk lawson
March 30, 2007
to the faimly and freinds,im sure ben was honnored to see the way everyone came together 4 his faimly at a time like this.the way i feel honnored to have known a man like S.F.C SEBBAN.the thing that will make him more proud is to see who supports the faimly from here on out.ben you will never be forgotten,till we meet again thanks 4 the memories,
Sarah & Jamison Gaddy
March 30, 2007
I woke up this morning to what was supposed to be a beautiful day, but the clouds are heavy, rain is falling, and we have lost a dear friend. My husband and I send our deepest sympathy to his mother Barbara, and his two brothers. Yor son was our friend and now he's our angel.
Joseph Clegg
March 29, 2007
I went to vocational school with ben. We were both in health tech class for two years together. He was a great friend and a better man. He was always quick with a joke or a smile. The last time i saw him he called to tell me our friend james was killed in kosovo and we attended the wake together. He would be very proude to be burried at arlington. He gave his live saving others and if he knew he would have died going to iraq he still would have gone. Ben i miss you and wished we had kept in touch more than we did. You are a hero and you have touched many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are now with james rest easy my friend. Today we honor you. Thank you for your duty and sacrifice. God bless you and all our troops.
kim lawson
March 28, 2007
my thoughts and prayers to the Sebban family. It is sad that I remember Ben as a small boy but never got to know this amazing man he grew to become. I never knew a real hero before, now I do. I feel so honored to have ever met him at all. God Bless
Jerry Tolomeo
March 28, 2007
Our loss,,is heavens gain!Rest in peace Ben.
Lynn Smith
March 27, 2007
I lost my husband July 17th 2006. I am saddened for your family's loss as well. Please know that there are many avenues of support available to you. I wish you all the best in your healing process. Everyone will tell you that with time things will become easier. They however don't become easier, they just become more tolerable. I was married to the best man in the world for almost 8 years. He was wonderful and caring and loving and loyal. I miss him everyday but I continue to hold my head up in his memory and his honor. He'd not want to see me sad and miserable and it'd be unjust to live that way when he loved me for my spirit and love of life. You must now find the strength within to carry on the way your son and brother would've wanted. He will always be loved, appreciated and missed by every American.....I am sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there for the funeral to offer my support, however its just too soon to attend something so close to home in my heart. I will think of you and your family. If you need anything please do not hesitate. While I will never understand what you are going through, I do walk down the same road in a different pair of sneakers......
May he rest in peace
Lynn Smith
Wife of a Hero
SFC Scott R Smith
KIA 07-17-2006
I love you Scott
Sharon Walton
March 27, 2007
Rest in peace and give your family strength to get through this difficult time. May God Bless all those soldiers who lost their lives in this ongoing fight against terror. None of you will never be forgotten.
bill garnett
March 27, 2007
I knew Ben from way back in the days of St Mary Elementary School and as a local kid from town.
He was a most sincere person to say the least. I last saw him just over a year ago. We had a few drinks and talked about Airborne school and Fort Bragg as I was also a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, serving as a paratrooper at Fort Bragg.
He was very proud of military accomplishments, and rightfully so. Judging by the overwhelming amount of personal accounts from soldiers who knew him on this page and several others, I would say Ben was not only very well like, but an outstanding soldier and leader. I know the city of South Amboy is very proud of Ben, he will always be remembered a one of town's true heroes.
Victoria Glynn
March 26, 2007
To the family of SFC Sebban:
I served with Ben during Phase II of the 91C (LPN) school at Fort Bragg. I have many fond memories of your son and brother. Ben was hilarious. I really appreciated his sarcastic sense of humor. He broke up the long days of sitting in a classroom with humor. He was so smart too. He would lead study groups and help out classmates who needed extra tutoring. Even though he had a leg injury at the time, he was always striving for excellence. Being at Fort Bragg inspires a soldier to be the best. After running down Ardennes, he would always be so pumped up to go to airborne school or whatever adrennaline inspired activity he could imagine, and he would do it too! He had such a personality that you were just drawn to him. He often talked about his brother and their mischievious childhood. He loved his family dearly. Ben was a great friend. He had so much integrity. He was the kind of guy you would immediately trust. Ben was the kind of guy who you could count on, for anything. Undoubtedly he was among the best NCO's the Army had. He was proud of his country, proud to be a soldier and I am proud to call him my friend. My heart goes out to you. Please accept my prayers and sympathy.
Sincerely,
Victoria Glynn
SSG, USAR
Mark Felice
March 25, 2007
Ben
The short time that i spent with you makes me a better person, Until we meet again Benjamin...May you rest now in the hands of Jesus Christ. Your home now Friend, Where you dont have to worry about things like War! God Bless you and your Family.
Sara
March 25, 2007
To Ben's family and friends,
I am so sorry for your loss of such a great man. He is truly a hero and his sacrifice will never be forgotten. I hope that you will find comfort in knowing that you are being prayed for by people all over our country, and that we will never forget.
Jennie Skierski
March 25, 2007
To Ben's Family --
When I first heard the news, I was praying that it was incorrect. When it was confirmed, I cried for you guys.
Dealing with the loss of Ben is not going to be easy. Think how fortunate we are, though, to have the assurance of meeting up with him in the future. That's the only real comfort there is.
Ben has always been a joy to encounter and his smile could brighten up any room. Think about how he's brightening up heaven...
You guys will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Sanchez
March 25, 2007
SFC Sebban was on of the only soldiers I met out here who I planned on keeping in contact with when we returned to the states. The loss of SFC Sebban has caused all of us grief and he will be remembered forever. SGT Sanchez, Michael
Sandy Kowdley
March 24, 2007
Ben,
We loved all the days we spent with you and the team. We fondly remember what a great friend and soldier you were and cherish the time we had together. May God keep you safe and in peace.
Our family will always miss you.
Kowdley family
Phyllis Broomfield
March 22, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Sgt. Sebban. It breaks my heart to see another soldier killed.My son was also killed on October 13th 2006 in Iraq. I was also borned in Chattanooga Tenn. so this hurts me deeply. My prayers are with the Sebban family. Rest in Peace Sgt. you deserve it.
March 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
Gary Allain
March 21, 2007
Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
NJ Shepherd
March 21, 2007
Dear Family of Benjamin L. Sebban,
Thank you for the sacrifice that Benjamin willing made. Now that he is safe in the arms of Jesus, may God comfort you in your sorrow.
Garnet Jenkins
March 20, 2007
I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin L. Sebban,
The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Benjamin rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Sebban 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.
Michael Iezzi
March 19, 2007
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
SHIRLEY DONEY
March 18, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT
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