Michael L. Townes Obituary

Dear Family and Friends of Staff SGT. Michael Townes,

I am a student from Hug High School, I was researching information about SSGT Michael Townes and I found this page, I may have not known much about Michael but he sounded like a great person. I am sorry for your loss so I have made a presentation for my class to see about him, I cannot help you in many ways but letting other people know about who he was is the closest of help I can give. I offer my sincere condolence to you and hope to keep SSGT Michael Townes alive in other peoples hearts...
Sincerely, Anonymous

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL (SON-IN-LAW)
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTON,SO TRULY MISSED.


lOVE,
MARLENE NATHAN
SUN CITY, AZ

IT WOULD HAVE BEEN TRENT AND MY 49 WEDDING ANNIV TODAY. HOW I REMEMBER IT WAS SUCH A SPECIAL DAY FOR US BOTH.

To any family of Michael l townes i live in tx i was cleaning a house out and i found his military bracelet if you want it call 9726394572 my name is robert

Missing you and thinking of you today and everyday.

Still think of you every day. I recently became part of a running group called wear blue: run to remeber. Every Saturday, rain or shine, hundreds of people gather together to pay our respects to the fallen Soldiers. Every Saturday, I stand in the circle, call off your name, and then run in your honor. Thank you for being a part of our lives.

Thinking of you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL

LOVE
TRENT & MARLENE NATHAN
SUN CITY, AZ

A Soldier. A friend. A Hero. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you.

Thinking of you...missing you.miss your smile :)

Even after four years, you are still missed. I wear my remembrance bracelets with your name everyday and as I am on my 3rd deployment now it is a daily reminder of how much I value my life. I will never for get you!! Army Strong! First Team!

Fort Hood, Texas

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Michael L. Townes:
Please accept my remembrance of Michael on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

4 years tomorrow...its so crazy that u were in my dream last night..I feel comfort in knowing you are now with your mom.. I will always regret not being there for you in your last days..you will never be forgotten..I am blessed to have had you in my life..and I know you are still here watching over your loved ones..miss you so much..and love you forever..

Merry Christmas Mike...We love you..

Michael, Forever in our hearts, you shall always be loved and remembered.
Love,
Trent & Marlene Nathan
Sun City, AZ

You are still very much missed!!

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Michael L. Townes:
Remembering Michael 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

Michael, its been 3 years. We miss your smile, the joy of happiness you brought to us all. We cherish our beautiful memories and we love and miss you so much. You were the best!

Mike, put down that xbox controll and listen for a minute. Still think about you all the time. Miss you bro. In those final hours in the chu I wish I would have known how sick you were. You never cowered, you showed no fear, and you beat me in football! Thanks for the last game. Miss you bro. To MIke's family I send my deepest condolences. He was an amazing guy to serve with and I will never again be blessed with a roomate like Townes.

you are on my my mind yet again,,,remenbering the good times we shared..i find comfort in talking to u here,as it makes me feel like you are not too far away..i speak to you in my mind,,however writing it feels like you are sitting here reading as i write.anyone who may come into my life has huge shoes to fill...and at this point i really dont think they ever can be filled,,i want you to know i have many regrets..i wish i would have tried harder..tried to make it work..know one will ever compare to you..i love you and miss you,,and not a day goes by that i dont think of you..always krissy

Happy Birthday Michael..You are in our thoughts,our prayers,our dreams,and always will you be in our hearts..you are deepley missed by many...And on this day may we smile and remember all the lives that you have touched...love you always krissy and aj...

dearest michael,
the words that i write on this page will never come close to how i actually feel.I talk to you often and im most certain you hear me..even after all this time it is so hard for me to accept that you are gone..I recentley visited your family..i sat at the table and had dinner with them...it was great but there was one thing missing....you...i put on a smile and tried so hard to be happy..but i was crying inside...i did not want your family to see..they say that you dont know what you have till its gone...and its true..i miss you so much...all i wanna do is pick up the phone and call you..but i cant...so i hope and pray that you can hear me when i talk to you...i hope you know how you impacted my life...you made me a better person,,,and i am forever gratefull...i love you with ALL MY HEART...krissy townes....

To the family of Staff Sgt. Michael L. Townes:
Michael 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

I wear your dog tag around my neck
with pride,dignitey and much respect.

I can know longer see you
but you can see me

I hope you watch over us
and are proud of what you see.

I am forever gratefull
that your family is in my life
and i will always be honered
to say i was your wife.

I often look at your photo
and remember the good times we had
together
And knowing theres a place in my heart
that you will live forever.

This a poem for you michael. you will never be forgotten..love you always krissy townes

I was one of the AF members on CASF team in Balad. I remember this distinctly as I had seen SSg Townes military ID on the side of his wallet. It was on my first solo shift after we arrived in Balad. I was prepping the passengers for the next aerovac and had to make sure all the personal items he came in with was accounted for. I remember writing his name on the hospital pick up area. This was simply to let the load crew know that he was being staged for flight and would remain in the hospital until the plane was on the ground. I never did get to meet SSG Townes but when I came back on shift my first question was did my patient make the flight? He was my first reality check. To SSG Townes family and friends, if he was like any of the soldiers that came through Balad hospital while I was there, you can all be proud. So many of them if we followed their wishes, wanted nothing more but to get back into the fight. Concern was always with the soldiers they left behind. I hope the CASF staff was able to make their transition as smooth as possible. My prayers will always be with you. MSgt McCarthy, CASF Sep 07 - Jan 08.

JUST WANT TO TO SAY THANKS FOR GIVEING THE WAY YOU DID

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Sincerely,
Kenna

Whats up Kuya. How is it up there, I bet a lot better than down here, it's cold, snowy, and nasty in Chicago, and probably chilly in Vegas. Your not missing a thing. Well I hope I see you soon brother. I go back April 27th, 2009. You left too soon. Lifes not fair, but you made the best of it. Miss you man. Love your fellow soldier, comrade, and brother, Marcus Dee.

Sorry I am a day late! Happy Birthday my friend!!! You are still very much missed and though of often!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHAEL

WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO DEEPLY.

aj will be turning 12 tomorrow....i remember the last time that we shared his b-day togeter...we all went to red robin....i often look at those pictures wishing you were here to be with us yet once again....somewhere inside i know you will be there smiling down...it just isnt the same....i will always live in the should have could have....it does not seem real that you are not here....you are a shining example of what a man is....for that i am gratefull that you were brought into my life...if even for a short time your presence will remain a lifetime...love always krissy and aj...

SSG Towens, I cant believe that a year has passed already! Even after this time you are truly missed! As i prepare for my second deployment I think of you often. What a GREAT NCO you were and how i wish all of these over here that are going with me were more like you! You will never be forgotten and always truly missed!!!

SPC Rivera, Edith

Michael, a year has passed and people are still sending entries into your guestbook. It is very nice to know that you were a loved by so many people. May your soul rest in peace! I love and miss you. Your first cousin, Shevonne

Our memories of you Michael are so treasured. Can't believe it has been one year. We send you all of our love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your wonderful family, morning, noon and night. We Love You.

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 Michael, 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 –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

words cannot describe the meaning that you and your family brought to my life.your uncoditional love and compassion for others will remain with me forever.I am honered and blessed to have had you in my life.you will forever remain in my thoughts and my prayers.

May you rest in peace

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Townes!

Sadly i just found this page but i am glad that i did!!! I had the honor to know SSG Townes! We went on R&R together and was a great NCO in my company! He was a wonderful man! I had the pleasure of speakin to him on our way home for R&R and knowing him and becoming freinds. We all loved him very much! His smile was so beautiful! Im honor to say that he was my friend! I miss him dearly! We will NEVER forget you! We love you!!!

Thank you so much
In memory of
Army Retired Vietnam Vet
Edward F. Wyer CSM

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

I`m so very sorry for the lost of your son.I lost my Pfc Ryan Christensen 22 on 11-24-05 in the US,he to became ill over there.I`m so proud of them all. God Bless you and your family.You are in my Prayers always.If you want to talk E-mail me. Again I`m so sorry!

This is PFC Sierakowski. I wasn't able to deploy with 4/227 but I do remember him and he always had an awesome sense of humor. I will be praying for Michael L. Townes family.

dear townes family i worked with mike for a whle in e co and he is witout a dought the best and the motorpool miss him greatly i am very sorry we will not forget him and miss him every day sgt portell

We care and share your sorrow and pride.

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear soldier. We thank God for the men and women who lay down their lives for us. We just lost our own beloved hometown soldier and our hearts are broken. You do not grieve alone. May God be with you during this very difficult time.

Thank You, Staff Sgt. Michael Townes, for your service to our country.

"God sees it so clear from His throne...
God considers my heartache His own.
So I will lift up my head and be strong..
I have a Father
Who watches over
So I need no other but God."

Remembering SFC Matt Blaskowski
KIA 9/23/07 in Afghanistan
Our hearts grieve.

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

You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray for God's comfort and peace in your lives.
Our family shares in the loss of your loved one. We thank God for his life and you for the sacrifice he made for the freedom we have in America, the land of the free and the home of the brave.

SSG TOWNES, YOU WAS A GREAT NCO. E.CO 4-227 WILL SURELY MISS YOU. YOU ARE TRULY A HERO.

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

We are praying for you and your family in your time of need. Know that you have alot of support in Nevada from families who have been through this as well...God Bless your son and your family.From the Perez's Parents of Late Lcpl Rich Perez Jr USMC.

Dear SSgt. Michael L. Townes family,

Please find comfort in knowing that all American families are proud of your son. We mourn the loss of his young life. God bless all of you and may he bring you comfort. With heartfelt sympathy, Marcy Cote, one proud marine corps mom of LCpl Budd M. Cote.

We will miss you Michael. Uncle Fred, may God continue to be with you and your family.

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Townes and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

To the Family of SSgt. Michael L Townes - On Behalf of all the Blue and Gold Star Mothers in Southern Nevada, I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences on the loss of this brave Hero. It would be our honor to provide you with a Gold Star Banner to honor your sacrifice. Please contact me at 702.614.8524 or via email. God Bless you and wrap you in his comforting arms at this your hour of need.

May GOD bless both of you Freddie and Dee. Love always, your sister Irene and brother n law Red.

Love and miss you Michael Auntie Irene

Dee, Fred:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for such a precious loss. Michael will long be part of our family as well.

The Nellis community has truly lost one of its own.

To the family of SSG Townes,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. SSG Townes was a great NCO and a great guy. We just had his memorial out here and he was greatly supported. He was always great in what he did and I never heard him complain. He really loved what he did and will never be forgotten.

Dear Michael

Our prayers for the eternal respose of your soul.

Hopper Family

Dear Mike
It is with great shock to hear that you are no longer with us. But with great faith, we know that you are in a place where there are no more tears, no more sufferings, not more pains. Watch over your Mom, Dad, wife, Sis Marion and niece Ebony from heaven. Pray for all of us that we may find peace on earth!

May the angels and saints escort you to that divine place. May Mary our Blesed Mother open her arms to embrace you as you arrive. And may you enjoy a place of honor next to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Rest in peace!
Hopper Family (Virgil, Loi, Daniel & Annalisa)

Dear Michael,
I came to know you through your Mom's stories. I have never met you, only pictures I've seen of you. It's just been recent that your Mom and I had been praying for you. I don't know what to say...only that God will give comfort to the family you left behind and loves you most. May you rest in peace Michael...

Mr. Fred, Ms. Dee, Marion & Ebony...my prayers are with you in this most difficult times.

Love and prayers,

Carina Morris and family

Dear family of Michael,
My prayers and thoughts are with you. I can well understand your pain of losing a love one. I losed my son in the same unit as your son 4-227 1st Cavalry on 1-28-07. May God bless you and heal you in time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Jasmine Crowl
Mother of CWO3 Cornell Chao 4-227

To the friends and family of SSgt Michael Townes, please know our hearts are heavy and we are keeping you in our thoughts. Please know the Patriot Guard is standing by if you so choose to have us to Honor and Respect Michael at the service and final resting place. We are veterans and are here if you need someone to talk to as well. Kindly, "Peaches" Coppa, State Captain Nevada, www.patriotguard.org, 702-845-4599. Email: [email protected]. I am onstandby 24/8.

To the parents and family of Michael, I want you to know that I share in the grief you are now feeling. So many times there are so many unanswered questions and those are the ones we take to God for Him to answer. I too am the mother of a fallen soldier. I would like to offer any emotional support you may need when you want to reach out. If you want to vent, cry, talk or share memories I will be here for you. May God give you the strength you will need in the coming days and weeks ahead and wrap His healing arms around you.

In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA Samarra, Iraq November 12, 2006

Staff Sgt. Michael Townes & Family:

Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.

To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.

Staff Sgt. Michael L. Townes was my first cousin on my mothers' side of the family. I knew him when he was just a tot. I didn't get to grow up with him like I wish I could have because we lived in different states. The memories that I do have of Michael, will remain with me until GOD calls for me. To my uncle, aunt, Michaels' sister and wife, I am deeply sorry for the lost of our love one. Wishing that I was closer to you all now so that I can give you a hug and to tell you that I love you. I don't know how you feel, but I can imagine. Time will heal our wounds. Just remember that God does loves us all. Keep him very near you at all times, especially through this time. You are part of my family and all of you are always in my prayers, daily. I LOVE YOU GUYS VERY MUCH!

Rest in peace.

As the mother of a son who is deployed, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.

REST IN PEACE MICHAEL, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU

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 they were 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

I am writing to offer my condolences to your family over the loss of your HERO Staff Sgt Michael L Townes. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.

When things settle down, I recommend that you contact a man named Michael Reagan @
www.michaelgreaganartist.com


He will draw one portrait of the fallen soldier. He does this for free and will draw any picture of your choosing. He has drawn presidents and other celebrities. My husband and I got one and it has helped me with the healing process. Michael is a truly gifted artist that captures the very essence of the person he draws. I look at my picture everyday and it gives me a connection that I cannot explain.

I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.

Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service.

(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT -KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)

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)