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Dion Francis
July 3, 2021
I am taking a few moments, today, to honor the life of this honorable and courageous young soldier. I hope that his Mother and the rest of his family. and loved ones are comforted by warm memories of him. His sacrifice is remembered and valued. Thank you for sharing him with the world.
Dion Francis
June 23, 2016
Honoring Spc. Thomas R. Leemhuis and his loved ones. Thank you for your service. Comfort to his dear Mother.
DIon Francis
May 25, 2015
Remembering PFC Thomas Leemhuis on this Memorial Day. Prayers of comfort for his Mother and family. Thank you for your families sacrifice.
Patty Leemhuis
May 15, 2015
I would like to say Thank You on behalf of Spc. Thomas R. Leemhuis Family on your support of the Military. My hats off to U.S. Soccor Team.
Forever Thankful Thomas's Mother
Patty Leemhuis
How you can show support
Charlie Gili
March 21, 2014
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Leemhuis Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan 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 Thomas R. Leemhuis US Army Private 1st Class. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Teresa Leemhuis
July 10, 2012
Hey Tom Tom, well it is almost you guys birthday again...you are greatly missed. Love ya, Aunt Teresa
June 24, 2012
Remmbering your sacrifice. God Bless you and your family.
Paul & Betty Whitehorn Sr.
June 21, 2012
Hard to believe its been 5 years we love you and miss you everyday. Dad & Betty
Natasha Scott
August 21, 2011
Hey buddy it's time to celebrate our birthdays! We always did something even if it was at school or my gmas. Man I miss u everyday. I know u watching over me and the rest of the class! Almost time for our 10 year reunion wish u was here.! Love u and thanks for all u gave for me to be able to write this!
Leemhuis
June 25, 2011
Hey Thomas, well another year has gone by and we are still missing you. You know you and Lorenzo are greatly missed; birthdays will be popping up again with all the childhood memories. But what can I say, always thinking of your crazy smile and laugh. See you soon Tommy Ray. Love ya, aunt Teresa.
Peggy Childers
June 21, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Thomas R. Leemhuis:
Please accept my remembrance of Thomas on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 30, 2011
The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.
While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more
To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one thing they truly deserve.
The loved one's that they have left behind,
The Gold Star mothers, like your and mine
We honor them proudly, every day
Our American Soldier...Proud and Brave
By Shannon Williams-Austill
I want to thank this soldier for their sacrifice.
And, I wish to extend my deepest regards to the loved ones they have left behind. Their service to our nation, has not gone unnoticed. They are our heroes, who paid the ultimate price for us, and that is something that every American needs to be reminded of and remember everyday.
The freedom we all have, we have because of brave young men and women who made a choice to defend and serve.
Today, let me remember your loved one with you.
ellen l
August 4, 2010
Thank you and all of the other men & women who have died for our country!
Erica Duree
August 2, 2010
Thomas I had the privelage of only meeting you a few times about 10 or 11 years ago when I was dating Aaron Loftis. I just wanted to say that I salute you for becoming a soldier & fighting for our country. You were a dear friend to my niece's husband Robert Codopony. I know you are truly loved & missed by all who knew you. I know we didn't really know each other but I'm proud to say that I at least had the chance to meet a man who would one day be a hero!!
Larry Botone
August 2, 2010
Its hard to belive that its been three years. Its seems like yesterday the last time we were all together being ninja turtles tearing up the country side chasing down cows and jumping out of trees like we were the ninja turtles all care free all of us we miss u cuz look over and protect all of those that need it I always think of you rest in peace
Aunt Teresa, Nikolas, Lizbeth, Raquel, and Jaime LEEMHUIS CREW
July 9, 2010
Tom Tom, another year has passed and things are still the same. as you know birthdays are coming up, and everyone is remembering the time the b-day was at my house...the good ole days...you, rosah, nicole, and sheila's party. bunch of young kids enjoying themselves. you are missed dearly...watch over us, and we will do the same.
Whitehorn Sr.
June 25, 2010
Thomas, well three years has passed and it seems like just yesterday. There will never be enough time to heal but just know we all love you and miss you every single day. you are always in out thoughts and in our hearts, and will always be our HERO.
Dad, Betty, Tearza, and Malena
Peggy Childers
June 21, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Thomas R. Leemhuis:
Remembering Thomas 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
Bambi Rogers
June 21, 2010
I didn't know you to well but I have heard so many good things about you. Tasha talks about you often. Thank you for what you did for our country. You are a true hero!! God bless you!!
kathy duffy
June 21, 2010
I didnt know you but i can tell by the posting that you were a wonderful person thanks for serving our country and giving up your life so that we are protected. I ask God to be with your family and friends and pray that he gives them strenght to carry on until one day they are able to be with you again.
olivia garcia
June 20, 2010
We are proud of you for serving our country. You will be loved and missed by all.
natasha scott
June 20, 2010
Thomas man where do I start. I miss you so much man. I salute you for what you did for us you are so missed. I think about you everyday and tell all my co-workers about you. It feels like it was yesterday when Renee came to Walmart and told me. It still seems like they made a mistake and you will come ou laughing anytime. You always did that crap to me but I know it aint true because you could never stay quiet this long. Its been almost 3 years and I still have a hard time with it. Please watch over us. I miss you but when crazy stuff happens to me I know you are messing with me. God Bless and I salute you.
Whitehorn Sr.
December 26, 2009
Hey Thomas
Just wanted to say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Tearza and Melena miss you and they sang a bunch of Christmas songs for you hope you enjoyed them. We've got a bag full of fireworks for you New Years Eve keep a lookout for them. Dad misses you everyday we all do. Love and Miss you!
Dad, Betty, Tearza, and Malena
Teresa Charqueno
November 29, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving....missed you again this year.
Raquel Zatarain
November 26, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving big cousin!
Mary L Billie
November 11, 2009
Patty,
Today should not be the only day that we celebrate the veterans, it should be everyday. I know that you miss Thomas so much and I wish I could ease your pain, but there is no way that can happen. But it should be a comfort to you to know he was a hero even for just joining the service. Not all people have the courage to join and try to make a better world for their fellow americans. But he did and I am truly greatful, Thank you Patty for having such a wonderful son like Thomas.
Your Friend,
Mary
Mom Leemhuis
November 6, 2009
Hello Son thinking of you today and missing you much. Love MOM
Debbi
August 13, 2009
Thomas, I see that you had a birthday this month, so I wish you a happy birthday and pray that your family celebrated your life.
http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com
In Memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO-A 2/505th PIR 82nd Airborne
Teresa Leemhuis
August 4, 2009
Thomas Ray, Happy Birthday! you know i almost made it to you, to help celebrate your day on Aug. 2nd, but things changed, and i welcomed Nicole's twins...they remind me of you and nicole, when you guys were little. well thank you for everything.
---love aunt teresa
Teresa Leemhuis
August 4, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Paul & Betty Whitehorn Sr.
August 2, 2009
Thomas, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
We love you and miss you. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers. Love Dad and Betty
Peggy Childers
June 21, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Thomas R. Leemhuis:
Thomas 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
Paul & Betty Whitehorn Sr.
June 21, 2009
Thomas, It has been 2 years now. We just wanted to say that you are forever in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. You are deeply missed by everyone and you will never be forgotten. Spc. Thomas Leemhuis you will always be remembered as a "HERO" as well as a great SON. We both love and miss you - always and forever! Dad and Betty Whitehorn
Dion Francis
June 21, 2009
Dear family of our young warrior,
I have been hoping to think of something to say to honor his memory. It has been difficult. I speak to Patty occaisionally and she actually gives me strength with her kind words of encouragement. Yesterday I met the mother, father, son and daughter of Lori Ann Piestewa. As I spoke to her Dad some words came to me and I would like to repeat them here.
"I still remember and value the sacrifice your family has made for our country."
As this day comes. Please know that I and many other people still have this thought.
The strength you have is an inspiration to others. I am so impressed with the good works you have done to honor our young warriors memory.
Thank you.
Raquel Zatarain
June 20, 2009
Rest In Peace Big Cuz - We Love You & Miss You!
Michael Iezzi
June 4, 2009
Father we entrust our brother Thomas 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 Thomas in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.
Patricia Leemhuis
May 26, 2009
Well Son.. Went down and visited you yesterday clean and cut grass and ate luch with you Lorenzo, Tearza, Malena, David, Renee and Grandma Twila it was so peaceful and thanks for the unexpected Rain we got for 10 minutes. Just wanted to say you are with us everyday. We Love You and Miss You so much See you soon.. Love Mom
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 26, 2009
On this Memorial Day, I've set aside time to reflect on the past and remember that your family is now a Gold Star Family, too. Pfc. Leemhuis, thank you for you service and duty. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice...to protect our country and our freedom.
Sister of Spc. Jeffrey S. Henthorn (Balad, Iraq Feb. 8, 2005)
God bless this special soldier and his grieving loved ones. Be by their side in their time of need.
[email protected]
Renee Wood-Vincent
May 25, 2009
Rembering the Heros and "brothers in arms" that entered the gates of Heaven with Ryan on June 21, 2007. You will always be remembered and honored.
Renee Wood-Vincent
Momma of Sgt Ryan M. Wood
KIA 6-21-07
My Hero
My Joy
My Son
~ Renee Wood-Vincent, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Kathy Carlson (1-26 mom)
May 24, 2009
Remembering our heroes and their families, now and always.
Mary Billie
May 24, 2009
Thomas,
Memorial Day is here. And I would like to say Thank you for everything that you have done for our country. Even though you are not here, know that you will always be appreciated. God Bless you.
Sincerly,
Mary L. Billie
1/26 Inf. C.Co. OIF 2006-2008
January 15, 2009
Spc. Leemhuis
January 15, 2009
RIP Spc. Thomas R. Leemhuis
January 15, 2009
Back of Thomas Headstone
January 15, 2009
Kenna Larra
January 13, 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 1,300 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
Teresa Charqueno
January 10, 2009
Hey Thomas Ray, just thought that i would let you know that we are still talking about you and the crazy things that you kids done while living in Hinton OK. They sure were some crazy times. always the funny guy, making everyone laugh. well I know that you are looking out for your mom, just as we are...i think she is coming to peace with the situation of losing a son. we are all here for her. love always, aunt Teresa
Ann Mock
December 23, 2008
To your family I say, I know how short words fall in trying to convey condolences but I will try to let you know much I care.
I know our heroes are in a better place than we are but we still miss Tom and all the others terribly. I know you,Tom, and all the rest are probably having a grand ole time, so don't forget to save a place for us until we meet again.
Again to the family, may you always feel God's loving arms around you, is my prayer.
Strength and Honor
Ann, Will's Mom
Mary Billie
November 12, 2008
Patty, I know this is a day late, but I would like to thank Thomas and all the soldiers for what they have done and the ones that are still fighting for us. I really have great pride in them. Even though he is gone, be proud of him. Let Teresa know that we are all proud of her son also, God keep him safe.
Your friend,
Tim Jim
August 26, 2008
Patty:
My prayers are for you and your family. What a brave young man to give his life for our freedom.
linda arnold
August 25, 2008
Paul and Patty,
I would like to say "my prayers are with you" I am sorry to hear of your loss. I am a sister to one of your old school mates, Reggie Merrell. We both send our condolenceses.
Donna Chuculate
August 25, 2008
Hi Patty,
Please accept my late condolences for the bravery of your son. I want to thank your son for the great gift of freedom he has given to me and my family. Always know that he gave his life for a cause he believed in and no one can ever take that away. And Paul, I don't know if you remember me from Seneca days but I have passed this on to a couple more classmates from Seneca also, Cynthia Thomas-Dreadfulwater and Amy Noear. Will keep your family in my prayers
lamont frazier
August 22, 2008
hi, i don't know thomas. i am a native. i thank him for giving the the ultimate price for his country. a country for his family and for me and my family.
what a courageous young man.
my deepest sympathies.
Mary Billie
July 9, 2008
Patty and family,
I know this first year was very hard for you all. And I can't say that it will get any better. But Thank you for having a son like Thomas, who was brave enough to go out and fight for his country. Even though he is gone he is still looking out for you, he is making sure that he stays in your hearts and minds. Which I know won't be hard. As I read all the words of praise for our Hero, I know he will never be forgotten. And I'd like to Thank you and all the soldiers for all they do for us. He made us proud and Patty he knows how hurt you are. But I know he would like you to still enjoy life as if he was still here in person. Again Thank you for a person like your son Thomas. I know I'm thankful for him.
Take care,
June 30, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Leemhuis!
Jaime Jr.
June 23, 2008
Hey Thomas
I can't believe its been a year, I still don't believe it. You will always be remembered as a hero.I heard about all the things you did for me when i was a kid, how you whatched aver me, I even heard you saved my life a couple times. I hope you are still whatching over me because I still need you help.
Love ForEver,
Jaime
Lizbeth (Babygirl) Leemhuis Zuniga
June 23, 2008
hey thomas i love you and miss you what is like in heaven i hope you are happy i know i am i just wanted to see how you were doing i miss you alot bye thomas
Raquel Zatarain
June 23, 2008
Hey Big Cousin!Well I Just Want You To Know That I Love You && I Miss You Very Much.You Were A Big Part Of Alot Of People's Lives, Especially Your Family's.There Are Lots Of Good Memories Of You That We Will Never Forget, Just Know That You Have Gone To A Better Place, But You Will Never Be Forgotten && You Will Always Be In Our Hearts!We Love You.
Aunt Teresa & Family (Leemhuis) Charqueno
June 23, 2008
hello Thomas Ray, i know it has been a year since all this has happened, but i just wanted to let you know we are looking out for your mom...she is doing ok. all of our prayers are with them. we miss you and love you lots.
Michelle Lewis
June 21, 2008
Patty and family you are in my heart today as always. I know how hard today is for you. Thomas as this day passes we all miss you. It is hard to believe that you have been gone a year already. Your service for all of us will never be forgotten. love you Michelle
In Memory of Thomas ~ (Debra Estep)
June 21, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Thomas, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Patty Leemhuis
June 20, 2008
Well son tomarrow will be one year. it seems like yesterday you was telling me you was joining. You are my Hero . I Love you and miss you so much. But i know one day we will meet again you will never be forgotten. God Bless you and all of your buddies that are with you may y'all Rest in Peace. Forever Loved My Son
Dion Francis
June 18, 2008
Dear family of our Brave Warrior,
I just wanted to take a moment, as I have done numerous times this past year, to remember your loved ones fine service and sacrifice for our country. During this time my wish is that you are given strength and that people continue to recognize his efforts.
Renee Wood-Vincent
June 17, 2008
Patty and family
With the first anniversary quickly approaching, I want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers. Our sons' sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thier memories will sustain us.
Renee Wood-Vincent
Momma to Sgt Ryan Wood
KIA 6/21/07
my son, my hero, my joy
Patty Leemhuis
October 12, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Blue Star Mothers Mannford Chapter 9
September 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 10, 2007
I did not know Pfc. Leemhuis, but I do know the pain of losing one of these fine heroes. My nephew was KIA on August 4th. They will live on in our hearts forever. Thank you, his family, for your sacrifice.
Sincerely,
Heidi Perry-Hipp
Proud Aunt
Spc. Matthew M. Murchison
KIA August 4, 2007
Baghdad
August 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Leemhuis and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
August 14, 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)
TERESA LEEMHUIS CHARQUENO
July 21, 2007
to my nephew TOMMY RAY, you made us proud to be AMERICAN. I will greatly miss your crazy laugh, and the jokes you played on everyone. You will be missed by all, but not forgotten. I know you made it to heaven, and you are probably smiling at everyone...telling us not to be sad. We will meet up again someday, and you can tell me your story about IRAQ. Love ya lots. Aunt Teresa
Patty Leemhuis
July 18, 2007
To my Sweet son Thomas Ray. I will truly miss you and that crazy smile of yours. You will never be forgotten and you are my TRUE HERO my son. We know God has other things for you to do now and I know your with him and you was a blessing to me to have shared so little time with us. We will cherished the many memories and you will live in our hearts forever. You are a an AMERICAN HERO. Good bless Charlie Rock and 11 Bravo and all your Battle Buddies for putting their lives on the line for our FREEDOM. I say thinks to the U.S. Army and your Buddies God Bless America. You will forever be missed but not forgotten by your family and friends we love you and miss you. You are our ANGEL now. Love You Mom
LIZBETH LEEMHUIS ZUNIGA
July 17, 2007
to my favorite big guy, my uncle spc. thomas ray leemhuis, i will miss you and no other can take your place...my big brother pfc. gilbert leemhuis is on his way to iraq...i pray he comes home safe. love you guys forever...lizbeth
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 12, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Lee Ann Wood
July 12, 2007
To the Family and Friends of PFC Thomas Leemhuis. I just wanted you to know that I am lifting your family up in prayer each day. May your memories of love and laughter sustain you during this most difficult time. My nephew, Sgt Ryan M. Wood entered the gates of heaven along with Thomas and the other 3 brave heros that were in the bradley. What a blessing to know that they entered heaven with friends. Please know that I grieve with you.
Renee Wood-Vincent
July 10, 2007
To the entire Leemhuis family
Your son Thomas and my son Sgt Ryan Wood entered the gates of heaven together. I continue to pray that you will find comfort during this very difficult time. Ryan truly loved the men he served with. I just wanted you to know that if you ever need me...contact me...day or night.
May you find peace and comfort in the memories of Thomas.
Momma of Ryan Mitchell Wood
Tom Gugliuzza
July 10, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Leemhuis family in the loss of Thomas. I did not know Thomas, 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. Thomas 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~
Marie Miller
July 5, 2007
to the family and friends of Thomas Leemhuis, my deepest sympathies. He served with my nephew, Ryan Wood. They were brave men and wont be forgotten.
Hannah McMillen
July 3, 2007
This absolutely breaks my heart. My heart is with your family and friends.
Anna Dickerson
July 3, 2007
To the family of Thomas Leemhuis..I want to extend my love to you for your loss..May he find his joy in heaven and may God give you peace someway.
I did not know him but knew OF him. You see, my Grandson, SGT Ryan M. Wood was with Thomas that day. It helps to know he was with a friend at that last moment.
I truly know your pain and sorrow. And as I wish someone could take mine away for me, I wish I could take yours away for you.
Just know my heart is just as heavy for you and your loss. God bless you. Anna Dickerson, Ryans' Grannie Annie :)
Bill Vanderavoort
July 3, 2007
Met groot respect teken ik dit gastenboek. Je familienaam is Nederlands en daarom betuig ik mijn diepste condoleances aan de nabestaanden van Thomas.
Ellen Landgraf
July 2, 2007
My niece and 3 nephews went to highschool with Thomas. My nephew, Tony was in Thomas's graduating class. My family have all talked about what a great guy he was and how much they will miss him.
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Thomas. My prayers are with his family and all of those who loved him.
I am grateful to our soldiers who are fighting for our country and pray for their safety everyday.
Ashlie Smith
July 1, 2007
I'm truely sorry for your loss. Thomas will forever be a hero in my heart, and never will be forgotten.I will always have a memory of Thomas as a great friend that always brighten my day. Still today I can see his cute baby face and his bright, big smile.
Bo Maggard
July 1, 2007
To the family of Thomas Leemhuis. My name is Bo Maggard,I now live in Phoenix Arizona but I call Binger and Anadarko home. I remember the family, back when I worked at Walmart. My daughter is a 1st cousin of Todd Burkhead, who I think graduated the same year from Binger. Thomas will always be considered a hero in Binger. Hopefully a statue or monument can someday be erected to honor
Thomas and other Binger soldiers. I very much appreciate the tremendous ultimate sacrifice that Thomas made for all of us, and all of our children and grandchildren and the family members to come. I consider an honor to have known of this young man and his family. All of us have the chance to someday see Thomas again, in heaven, and then we can shake his hand personally and thank him. In the meantime, we can only thank his family and friends. He is a hero.
Dion Francis, Jr
July 1, 2007
Dear Family of PFC Thomas R. Leemhuis,
My heart goes out to you. I have thought of your family since I first heard of this action from folks back home. Im very proud of Thomas for serving our country. I'm also very proud of you for supporting him. I'm very proud of our tribe for remembering him. It seems that every person I have talked to has mentioned him and his grandmother in conversation. God bless you all and may you be given strength to celebrate Thomas brave life. At some point he ran and played at the Binger Y. I hope that we continue to have young Caddo people as brave and as strong as Thomas. I will think of him and I will not forget that he gave his life for our country. Hoe-wee.
Lanny Asepermy
June 29, 2007
On behalf of the Comanche Indian Veterans Association we extend our condolences for the loss of your loved one. "Only two defining forces have offered to die for you - one is Jesus Christ for your soul, the other is the American Soldier for your freedom". Your Soldier is blessed for his service to God and Country.
Claud Buck
June 29, 2007
You are a great american,me and my family appreciate your service in the military,and your bravery,and willingness to defend your country.May God bless your family.
Katie Elrod
June 29, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss.. and Thomas was a great friend.. and we are going to miss him dearly... Thomas I am goin to miss you!!
Gabbert Family
June 29, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 29, 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
Michelle Lewis
June 28, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thomas will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten. He was a great person. If you guys need anything just contact me.
Teresa Lopez
June 28, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one! I did not know Thomas but was raise by a veteran and I know what it means to have a love one fight for our freedom. It is men like Thomas that we are here today living in a free country! THOMAS, YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!!!
Dene Black
June 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. He gave his all for all of us. Appreciated more than he could ever know. I too, am a mother of soldier serving in Iraq. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I pray that God will put his hands upon you and give you the comfort and peace that you need. Thanks for your sacrifice.
Michelle Lewis
June 27, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Linda Clifton
June 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ronn Massie
June 26, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Thomas.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Thomas for being such a brave hero.
(in remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Alicia Mammedaty
June 26, 2007
Our Prayers and thoughts are with the family of this, BRAVE YOUNG WARRIOR. As a mother of a young soldier, that was also KIA. I know there is nothing that I can say or do, that is gonna bring you comfort. at this most difficult time. For us as Mothers we have lost something so special and priceless, never to replaced.
" May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our our Father, who loved us by His grace.. gave us eternal encouragement and hope, encourage your hearts and strenghthen you..."
We the family of CPL Josh Ware, embrace you tenderly with our thoughts and prayers during this time as we ponder, even through the sorrow, the eternal glory has dawned for your precious loved one.
" A SUNSET ON EARTH IS A SUNRISE IN HEAVEN"
Peace Be With You,
From the mother and Aunts of Cpl. Joshua Ware...
Garnet Jenkins
June 26, 2007
Please accept my Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the loss of Pfc. Thomas R. Leemhuis, the price this Brave Young Soldier 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 Thomas rest safely now, in God's Care and may God's Loving Grace Bless the Leemhuis 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 your treasured memories of Thomas, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dennis (USMC - Vietnam) & Pam Robertson
June 26, 2007
We are saddened at the loss of this brave young soldier, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06
valorie
June 24, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
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