Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker
Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker
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Nathan Z. Thacker Obituary
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Travis Thacker
May 25, 2020
Hey bro its been awhile hope you know I am proud to call you my brother! Been bass fishing lately and everytime I go I think of you. Back when we would just walk fields and sneak in ponds!
David Humphrey
May 21, 2018
Hey Nathan i want to wish you happy Memorial Day brother I remember when I got the call from your cousin Chris that you were killed my stomach just sank. With the few times we hung out you me Chris salviggio and your brother Chris it was good time. I remember when we were about to go to Conway and it was raining really hard coming from your house and we had a blow out in the car and we sat there for hours all of us waiting to find a tire to get back home we all miss you love you brother you will never be forgotten.
Gerard Guidry
November 7, 2017
To the parents and family of Nathan Thacker. I am the father of Christopher Guidry (a fellow soldier of Nathan's from the 'triple-duce,' that was with your son in the Humvee that fateful day - 12OCT2007). Please know that all of you and Nathan, are, and always will be, in my thoughts and prayers. I think of Nathan often and am very sincerely sorry for your loss - words will never be able to truly express my heartbreak for the loss of your 18-year-old budding flower.
Tammy Thompson
December 22, 2015
Always in our hearts. Forever...
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Suezan Hoskins Yielding
December 20, 2015
It has been 8 years and I miss you everyday. The last memory I have of you was right before you deployed. You came to see us and told us about your deployment. You were so excited and couldn't wait to serve our country. Mom hugged you and said she couldn't wait for you to come home. Your response was "I'm not coming home." We didn't believe it until we got the call. That was the hardest news. I was only 13, but now I'm married and my husband is a soldier and it really hits home. Joshua's unit is deploying soon and I am terrified to get that call again. The only thing giving me hope is knowing you can watch over him and his unit.
I love you Nathan and miss you every day!
Tom Messmer
May 25, 2014
May God bless Nathan's immortal soul and bring peace and comfort to his family.
Nathan is remembered and honored.
Chris Thacker
October 22, 2013
Hey bro I miss you alot I miss hanging with you and fishing with you. One day I will get to see you again in heaven and we can go fishing then. Until then u are always in my mind and heart I love u bro.
sabrina black
September 17, 2013
well bubba another year has come and gone and I still can't believe you are gone and for 6 years now. sometimes i still swear I can see you in the distance walking ahead of me, if i could only catch up i have so much to tell you. i miss you. so much. i love you brother losing you was like getting half of me ripped away. you were it, my only sibling and sometimes i get angry that i will never get to be an aunt to your crazy children. that you won't ever get to have a talk with the man i love. but i know you would be punching my arm if you were here in the flesh. so i will dry my eyes and remember your smile and know that you are probably somewhere fishing.
Kailen
October 14, 2012
Can't believe it has now been 5 years.. <3. I miss you more and more with each passing day.
SSG Bryan Sarday
October 3, 2012
On the 12th will be 5 years I was the gunner and one of the other soldiers injured in the truck with Nathan I will never forget and you live on in my heart brother R.I.P
March 3, 2012
I was in Kirkuk when this happened and was firefighter emt that tried to do my best to help. My condolence goes out to family and friends for this young man.
kailen hutchens
December 24, 2011
missing you this christmas~ i love you and miss you like crazy! i honor you for what you decided to do, and i am so thankful you ever came into my life. you grew on me and became a great 'older brother'. i think about you every day! i miss your jokes, the afro you used to have, and my 10th birthday when you were here. <3
MAJ Greg Hotaling
December 1, 2011
I was Nate Thacker's company commander in Iraq. He is constantly remembered in my family. His picture adorns my military wall. On 10 DEC I am running my first marathon. I decided to dedicate each mile of the marathon to a person who changed my life for the better. As such, I chose to dedicate mile three to Nate so from 0818hrs to 0827hrs Central time on 10 DEC 11, I will be running for Nate. Thank You
-MAJ Greg Hotaling
Dara Fowler
October 31, 2011
I miss the way he made me laugh and the late night texts I miss the hugs and jokes we shared and when I was down he made it seem all ok.
Peggy Childers
October 12, 2011
To the family and friends of Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker:
Please accept my remembrance of Nathan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Anthony Hutchens
August 28, 2011
Me and Nathan really wasn't related but he lived with us for 4 years and i grew up so close to him he was like a big brother i never had and i love and miss here every day. The last thing he said to me and my sister was that he loved us and would see us soon. A month or so after that on my 13 birthday my dad came out to tell me happy birthday and told me he had some bad news that Nathan had been killed that morning. There's nothin worse than losing a brother on your 13th birthday. RIP NATHAN Z. THACKER I LOVE AND MISS U SO MUCH.
Stephanie Rafoss
October 23, 2010
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
Nathan Strausbaugh
October 12, 2010
Nathan and i were in the same basic training platoon i remember it like yesterday. My thoughts are with his family, he is not forgotten.
October 12, 2010
RIP, Pvt. Thacker. You will never be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker:
Remembering Nathan 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
Carl Wilson
September 8, 2010
I served in basic training at ft benning with nathan thacker. he was my best friend, and we were like best friends. i want to go see his gravesite but not sure where its at. if anyone knows then please let me know where its at.
Qwin Hobbs
August 31, 2010
I don't remember ever getting to meet Nathan, but he was part of 2-22 and a part of my greatest experience being in the military. He sacrificed for me, my family, and friends. Just for that is my reason to never forget him.
James Sides
August 30, 2010
I was one of Nathan's NCO's in 3rd PLT.
All of us who served with Nathan miss him.
Peggy Childers
October 17, 2009
To the family of Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker:
Nathan 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
Elaine Simmons
August 26, 2009
My name is Elaine Simmons and I am coordinating an In Honor and Remembrance ceremony honoring the fallen soldiers. It will be held in Jacksonville, Arkansas on September 12,2009 and we would be honored if someone from the family would be able to attend. Please reply to [email protected]
Bluestarmom
Tammy Anderson
January 28, 2009
You are still in my thoughts and prayers. I am a mother of one of the young men in Nathan's unit who was injured. I am very grateful that my son made it back but I will always hold dear to my heart the young men and women as well as their families who have not. I signed this guest book when it 1st started and I sign it agian just to let you know that you will not be forgotten. With all of my love,
Sincerely,
Bluestarmom
Doc H
January 25, 2009
Hey Nate, I just wanted to say that not a day goes by that I don't think of you... You will always be remembered.
Kenna Larra
December 9, 2008
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Sincerely,
Kenna
In Memory of Nathan ~ (Debra Estep)
October 12, 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 Nathan, 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
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2008
To the family of Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker:
Nathan 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
July 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pvt Thacker!
salliann schippers
May 25, 2008
To the family of Nathan. This morning in church our Pastor gave out the names of some of the fallen that we could pray for and honor on this Memorial Day. Our family picked Nathan's paper and my heart was so saddened for such a young man who gave the ultimate sacrifice. I have two sons and want you to know his service is something to be proud of. Our family will honor Nathan tomorrow and we will be praying that God will bring peace and comfort to you this Memorial Day.
PFC Andrew Warren
November 20, 2007
Nate was a great soldier and an even better human being he was one of the few friends i had and i loved him like a brother
Love you Buddy
PFC Andrew Warren B-co 2-22
Amanda Thompson
November 10, 2007
To the family and friends of PVT Thacker: May God Bless You and embrace you with His love during this time of mourning and confusion. I am the wife of a soldier who is also serving with 2-22 out of Ft. Drum and very close friends with the injured soldier SPC Clausen. Nathan, America's hero, will NEVER be forgotten! I will continue to pray for your strength and guidance. May God Bless You
November 10, 2007
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 9, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Thacker family in the loss of Nathan. I did not know Nathan, 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. Nathan 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~
November 5, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pvt Thacker and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! Nobody should have to give up everything at such a young age. May God bless all of you!!
debbi rivers
November 4, 2007
To the family and parents of Nathan, I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many question as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There are no right or wrong ways to grieve, it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
Diane Ford
October 29, 2007
I am deeply saddened and heartbroken about the loss of your young son Nathan. Please know that we are praying for your family. My son is currently in Kirkuk with Alpha 3/6 FA 10th Mountain. Although I never met Nathan, I feel as if he were a member of the family.
Angelica Swiger Cole
October 26, 2007
Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.
Sincerely, Angelica Swiger Cole
Brother Jason W Swiger kia 3/25/07
October 26, 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
7th grade Louisburg Middle School
October 25, 2007
We care and shae your sorrow and pride.
Cynthia Erickson, Blue Star Mom
October 23, 2007
God Bless Nathan for his tremendous patriotism and sacrifice for our freedom. He a true hero.
Please accept our heartfelt gratitude and prayers for your comfort in the days ahead.
Kim, Kathyrn, Bailey, Cade Rowlett
October 22, 2007
Nathan was and always will be in our heart. He always treated us with kindness and humor. It is hard to understand what make people do the things that they do,but one thing is for sure, Nathan was doing something that he belived in and cared deeply for.He turned into the man that he strived so hard for. While we will miss him, remember that he loved every person that he touched. Darline, you know that i'm just a call away and that Kathyrn is always here for you and the boys.
Kathie Lind
October 21, 2007
To Nathan and Casey's family, your Heroes are blinding in their light of sacrifice and I hold them and each of you in their families treasured in my heart. Mother of Soldier 10th Mtn/2-22 Kirkuk.
I live in Lafayette, CA where we have a hillside memorial of crosses for our Fallen Heroes which helps us remember each day to sacrifice, to remember to love.
Angela Stahl (sister-in-law to Stan Blaskowski, Matt's brother)
October 20, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved soldier. I pray that God will give you the strength and comfort to bear your tremendous grief. May he mend your broken hearts, and may your wonderful memories of Nathan never cease to make you smile.
Thank You, Pvt. Nathan Thacker, for your sacrifice.
Remembering
SFC Matthew Dean Blaskowski
KIA 9/23/07 in Afghanistan
Missing your smile
Martha Achtenberg
October 20, 2007
to a wonderfull man who is my nephew i love you more than you will ever know i wish i had gotten the chanceto know you better!!! but when i got to see you in july i could tell that you have been able to jump all the hurtles thrown at you and move on with your life im so proud of you i also want to tell the thacker family i am so happy you came into his life because you showed him how to love people and how to let them love him you had a very big influce on him and i apperciate it . thank you for taking care of my nephew Nathan Z. Thacker and making his life a wonderfull one aunt Martha
Carol Cline
October 19, 2007
Pvt. Nathan Thacker and 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.
Peggy RICHARDSON
October 18, 2007
I can't imagine the pain and sorrow of your family in losing a son to war. Nathan and all these fine men and women are heroes to all of us. I am so proud that they care so much about their country that they volunteer for the service in time of war. Your family will be in my heart and prayers. I sincerely hope that you can find some comfort in the days and weeks ahead.
Valerie Smrtic
October 18, 2007
To Nathan's parents, I cannot even begin to imagine how wrenching this pain is for you. My sincere condolences to you and to all the members of your family.
Sincerely,
Valerie Smrtic
Mother-in-law of a soldier in Iraq
Jim & Sue Olliso
October 18, 2007
We'd like to express our deepest sympathy to the family of Nathan. Although we didn't know Nathan personally, we can only begin to imagine the sorrow that comes with losing someone so precious as a son or brother. May cherished memories bring you comfort in your time of sadness. Please know that our hearts ache in unison with yours for the loss of this fine young man, a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice for the values we hold so dear in America. Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Debbie Acosta
October 18, 2007
To the family and friends of Nathan,
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone that was touched by the strength and courage of this brave young man. Thank you for raising such a fine American. I know that he made a difference in the lives of many people.
Sincerely,
South Bay Blue Star Mom
Tammy Brooks
October 18, 2007
I have no words that can comfort you. My heart breaks for you. Know that you have my prayers and thoughts. We are proud of Nathan, he is a Hero.
Tammy Brooks
Proud Army Mom, Spc Nathan Brooks 1-87th B Co 10th Mountain, Kirkuk Iraq, Sgt Trampas Brooks, Camp Clark Nevada MO
Mandie Kolenut
October 18, 2007
My deepest condolences to the family, I I never met him but he is a hero to us all, we are all blessed to have a man of such honor fighting for our country. i have a loved one deployed out of Ft. Drum. he is in 2/10th mtn f co 4-31 In. best wished to you all and you are forever in my prayers
Beth Walicki
October 17, 2007
To nates family: you are in my prayers, i hope God comforts you. To nate: I hate that your gone, you will truly be missed by me. I don't think you ever realized how much people actually loved you for who you were. I'll never forget your strong willed and lordy mercy that stuborrness, I'll never forget the memories from working with you, and most of all i'll never forget what you did for this country. Rest in peace Nate.
Crystal Freeman
October 17, 2007
with loving memories and smiles of a brave young man.A shinning star given to us for just a short while. we will never forget but love forever this angel god gave us. Nathan i will always remember the times we have had toghether even though they were to few.your loving aunt Marie(Crystal) Freeman
Robert Griggs
October 17, 2007
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Pvt. Thacker. While I never met the man, I know he was a hero of our country. Not every man stands in defense of this nation, but those who do will always be respected and honored. Nathan lived his life doing what was right, doing what he believed in, and doing what was asked of him. The entire nation owes Nathan Thacker a debt of gratitude. Thank you soldier.
“You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” Psalm 16: 11
Pamela Ruddell
October 17, 2007
To all the family of Pvt. Nathan Thacker.
I am so sorry for your loss, your son is a true hero in my eyes. My son is also serving in Kirkuk, with the 2-22, D-Co., and when he called and gave us the news, it was so heart-rendering because I feel like all the men he serves with are my sons' also.
May God bless you all, and give you all the comfort you need in the coming days....my thoughts are with you.
Pam Ruddell
Proud Army Mom of Spc.Ryan Baldwin
1st Plt, 2nd Sqd, 2-22, 10th Mtn
joyce williams
October 17, 2007
my lasting impression of Nathan is the strength and courage he had to overcome the many obstacles he faced in his young life. I am proud to honor his decision to serve his country. Nathan finally found his home among his fellow brothers and I pray he found peace. I pray he knows that he made a lasting impression on those he touched in his young life.
Thomas Folmar
October 17, 2007
I am PV2 Folmar, I served with your son In 3rd Platoon Delta Company, Thacker was a fine soldier and im sorry for your loss. We are all very fond of our brother and its very sad to see him go.
Carolyn and Loren Clausen
October 17, 2007
We are the parents of Spc Casey Clausen,who was seriously injured in the blast with Nathan. We are so very sorry and our hearts and prayers go out to you. It could so easily been our son or one of the others and we just don't understand why these things happen, but we are trusting that God will encircle you with His love and strengthen you for these very difficult times. Casey is at Walter Reed in a coma with severe head injury and loss of an eye. We are here with him and see so many of our soldiers severely wounded, it makes the heart hurt for each and every one. Sincerely, Loren and Carolyn Clausen
Tabatha Embry
October 17, 2007
Nathan Z. Thacker was my cousin. I don't remember a lot of my family from my moms side but I do remember him and this hit me hard I love you and miss you and i hate that your funeral is going to be our reunion. RIP
Robyn Hoskins
October 17, 2007
I was not as close as I 'ld like to have been to Nathan. I watched him grow up at a distance. I saw many horrendouse stumbing blocks thrown in his path as he struggled to grow up. There was a time, that I feared he might be lost to us all. Thru the love of a wonderful family, the Thackers, he grew to be a man. He rose above his early childhood and became a man To be respected. A man who would willing die to protect his country. That't You & Me! A HERO! And I am so very, very, proud of him! In our talks over the last couple of years I learned that he was a warm, caring, loving young man. I'll sure miss him dropping by the farm. I love you Nathan and you will allways be in my memory. To the Thackers I'ld like to offer my deepest condolences and my Heartfelt thanks for what your loving family gave to a member of my family that was in dire need of love, caring and understanding. He found that with you. It was evident in every word he said in every converstion. Because of you and yours, Nathan IS A HERO! Nathan, your My Hero! Aunt Robyn
Pat Hovis
October 17, 2007
Dear Nathan’s family,
We have just learned that our nephew was in the vehicle with your son when the IED exploded. He is now at Walter Reed, in a coma, and his parents are with him. As we worry about him, our hearts go out to you in your deep sorrow. We know that our roles could have easily been reversed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very hard time. God bless and comfort you. We are proud of your hero.
From Casey’s family
travis,chris,tom and steve jr thacker
October 16, 2007
Nate was a great brother and will be greatly missed by us the only reason we are making it is cause we know that he passed doin something that he was loved and was proud of . we love u bro
sherrie jenkins
October 16, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gus Praesel
October 16, 2007
I never was afforded the pleasure of knowing Nathan in his young adult life but, knew him in his youth of eight years. He was a very positive force in my life and he was always glad to spend time with his anut Tina and myself. Dispite having a "rough row to hoe" Nathan pulled himself up by his boot straps and, with the superb guidance and roll model provided by the Thacker family, made himself into a fine and admirable young man. I am very proud of Nathan and the service he performed for our country, and will miss him dearly. Farewell from your uncle Gus, until we meet again in the arms of our Lord.
Tammy Anderson
October 16, 2007
Our family's heart and prayer's go out to all of the family members of PFC Nathan Thacker. Our Son Kyle is part of the Fort Drum 2nd Battalion, 22nd INF-1st Squad of the 10th Mtn Div. As a Soldier's Mother, my heart stopped when the phone rang and it was the Army informing me that one our units Soldiers had been killed. My son always tells me that in the unit they are all like brothers. My tears fall for my son's brother Nathan who has lost his life fighting for our freedom. May God watch over all of our son's and daughter's and their families and may he give us the strength we need to endure this time of mourning as well as the next 14 months.
SGT JOHN CHANEY
October 16, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF PVT THACKER I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I AM WITH THE 1BCT 10 MTN DIV. FROM FORT DRUM NY, AND AM SERVING IN KIRKUK IRAQ WHERE THIS ALL HAPPENED I WANT YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT THE ENITRE BASE MORNED YOUR SONS DEATH AND THAT WHEN WE SHOWED UP FOR THE RAMP CERIMONY THERE WERE JUST AS MANY AIR FORCE NAVY AND MARIENES AS THERE WERE ARMY EVERYONE CAME TO HONOR THIS YOUNG HERO, I DIDNT KNOW HIM PERSONALLY BUT I DO KNOW SO MANY PEOPLE HERE WHO DID IT WAS A HONOR SERVING WITH SUCH A HERO. FROM IRAQ I WANT YOU TO KNOW WE ALSO LOST A FRIEND AND A BROTHER AND I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Kelley Lacasse
October 16, 2007
My sincere condolences to the Thacker familiy. My thought and prayers at with you. Your son is an American Hero.
Kelley Lacasse, Mom of a US Soldier, 10th Mtn. Div., 1-87, Kirkuk Iraq
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
October 16, 2007
Rest in peace.
Carla Sizer
October 16, 2007
I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Pvt Nathan Z. Thacker, God bless you and your family and God bless America!
Contact me if you want to talk.
PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq
SGT. Greenwood
October 15, 2007
To the family and friends of Pvt. Thacker. I am very saddened to hear about your loose. Although I didn't know Pvt. Thacker personally I do know the men he was fighting with, I was leaving Nathan's unit when he was coming in, having fulfilled my obligation to the "Triple Duce" "Destroyers". Nathan will never be forgotten. He is a True Hero and a great Soldier. My Heart and prayers go out to your family. To Nathan “Deeds not Words” Brother, Now you have a bigger mission with a higher CO, Fall In Soldier!!
October 15, 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)
Michael iezzi
October 15, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Nathan 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 Nathan in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
October 15, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Private Thacker. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Society, Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and the more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. This precious life, lived and lost in love of America, epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… the family of one of America's best ...!!!
Sandy Bonesteel
October 15, 2007
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.
Janice Roberts
October 15, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We also just lost a great hero in our family, just as I sure Nathan was. On Oct 1, Gunnery Sgt. Herman J. Murkerson went on before Nathan. These guys are true HERO's for all Americans. With out what they do we would not have our freedom. I am so sorry for you loss.
L. J. Emerson
October 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. He is an American Hero. I am having a hard time finding words that may help during this time. My son was killed in Mosul Sept. 18, 2007. What I can say is trust in the Lord for He is good! Hold close your family and friends for they will give comfort. Remember always the good times and fun you had. My heart does ache for you at this time and you are in my prayers. God bless your son Nathan for his service and sacrifice to this great country and each and every one of us
In memory of Cpl. Matthew J Emerson 10-20-86 -- 9-18-07
Rick Langenbrunner
October 14, 2007
My deepest sympathy for the family and friends of this great American Hero. May God comfort you during these most difficult days of your lives. As the parent of a fallen soldier, I understand the great loss you are enduring. Know in your hearts that Nathan is the arms of our Lord. His service to our country will never be forgotten. I wish there were words to lesson your pain or give you confidence that everything will return to normal. So many lives are affected when a soldier falls, his family, friends, brothers-in-arms, and those he should be here to meet. Those who choose to serve are truely the greatest this nation has to offer.
Stand down soldier, the line is held you are relieved.
In memory of PFC Richard P Langenbrunner 4/17/2007 Baghdad Iraq.
Valorie
October 14, 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 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
SHIRLEY DONEY
October 14, 2007
REST IN PEACE PVT. THACKER, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFU MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Gale Poindexter
October 14, 2007
I am writing to offer my condolences to your family over the loss of your HERO Pvt Nathan Z Thacker. He was so young.
I also 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 /Ft Lewis-KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
Debbie , Kenny Coffey
October 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers out to the THACKER family ,Knowing now what they have always known,Is one of many reasons that our HEROES shall never be forgotten,Rest well brother that star spangled banner will FOREVER wave,Your name stamped in steel shall FOREVER be clutched in the tallons,And your spirit shall FOREVER soar high in the skies in the symbol of our great nation,COME by NORTH--COME by SOUTH--COME by EAST--COME by WEST,We were all gathered and united on that great day as strangers,And upon those last [4] spoken words we are.............FOREVER BROTHERS..........HU RA............SEMPER FI...........B.V.C.
October 14, 2007
I am sickened at this loss of an 18 year old. May he rest in peace. So sorry for this loss.
Garnet Jenkins
October 14, 2007
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am, for the loss of
Pvt. Nathan Z. Thacker.
As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly and
having lost a brother to war...I am aware of the deep and devastating pain that you are experiencing. The overwhelming heartache, seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes. Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
May the precious memories of your Brave Young Soldier, remain in your heart always and give you strength through the difficult days ahead, and may Nathan Rest Safely now, in the Loving Care of God and know that he Will Never Be Forgotten.
I pray that the Peace of God will be with the Thacker family.
I am the sister, of such a young Hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~
I sincerely hope that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the difficult days ahead, as this Grateful Country Mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A True American Hero to all of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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