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Joseph Dwyer Obituary
Joseph Patrick Dwyer died last week at a hospital in Pinehurst, according to the Boles Funeral Home. He was 31.
The photograph, taken in March 2003, showed Dwyer running to a makeshift military hospital while cradling the boy. The photo appeared in newspapers, magazines and television broadcasts worldwide, making Dwyer became a symbol of heroism.
Dwyer laughed when a reporter told him of the photo and its widespread circulation, and he tried to deflect focus to his entire unit. His mother, Maureen, said then that the photo embarrassed her son because it singled him out while other soldiers were doing the same thing.
Last week, Dwyer called a local taxi service to take him to the hospital after an apparent overdose, Capt. Floyd Thomas of the Pinehurst Police Department told the Fayetteville Observer. When the driver arrived, Dwyer said he couldn't get to the door, according to a police report.
Police kicked in the door at Dwyer's request, and he was taken by ambulance to a Pinehurst hospital. Thomas said bottles of prescription pills were found near Dwyer when police arrived. The former medic died later the night of June 28, according to authorities.
Dwyer served with the 3rd Squadron of the 7th Cavalry Regiment of Fort Stewart, Ga. He earned the Combat Medical Badge and other military awards.
His mother said the military could have done more to help with post-traumatic stress. "He just couldn't get over the war," Maureen Dwyer said. "He just couldn't do it. Just wasn't Joseph. Joseph never came home."
His wife, Matina, said: "He was just never the same when he came back, because of all the things he saw. ... He tried to seek treatment, but it didn't work."
She told a reporter that she hoped that her husband's death would bring more attention to PTSD issues.
Copyright © 2008 The Associated Press
316 Entries
November 7, 2021
We will never forget your heroism. Your name will live on. Thank you Brother.
Rebecca Bringolf
February 19, 2020
You are not forgotten. Your life had purpose. Rest in Peace American Hero, American Soldier.
May 13, 2016
I served as an army medic in Iraq from 2003 to 2004, I cannot say that I know what you went through,but can assure you we shared the same dust and dirt! I went on to write several essays and short stories about you in college. You are a true American hero. Rest in peace brother.
Rdk
Joseph Jones
April 20, 2013
In my thoughts. Wishing family peace....
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Patrick Pelletier
June 18, 2012
Joseph, I still think about you and tell your story often...we made friends while you were stationed in El Paso....I signed this book when it was first on line and check it often...you touched many lives...Lt. Patrick Pelletier El Paso Police Department
Tracey Zeno
February 6, 2012
Man where do I began i learned of your early departure a few years back and i could not believe it. i couldn't believe the young PFC that i spend time smoking with and cracking jokes in our small section was gone. Bud i never got a chance to really say good bye and thanks for all you did for your country nor those who fell on 9/11 but thank you. Today my friend many years after your passing i was in military class and my god there was your picture again i looked and was like wow he continues to make a impact on the world. Well bud i just thought you should know your never forgotten and missed dearly as well as i will tell your story to a few of my troubled Soldiers who recently returned from downrange cause lord knows they have much to learn and you can help.
you Friend,
SSG Zeno, T
Margaret Dwyer Lent
November 11, 2011
I know Joe because he is my nephew. I remember him to be a quiet boy, unassuming, ever present but always watching. I read he did not like all the fuss made about him after the famous picture appeared global. He said he was just one of a team doing the same things that caught him on camera that day. He was humble and a proud American soldier with a big caring heart. Despite his PTSD, he told me he wanted to go back to support his buddies.
I had the privilege of speaking with Joe on the phone for an hour the Sept before he went to his reward. He spoke about how he came to know Jesus and he was exuberant about it. We know shared a common bond and I found in that hour he was wise beyond his years being so new to Jesus. I thank God for his years here and for all our men and women who have been stirred to answer the call to serve and protect our Freedom. Many have given their lives and many are maimed for life but all will be remembered.
Timothy Barnes
September 11, 2011
I knew Joey from the base in El Paso. I met him through my barracks room mate who worked with him at the Troop Medical Clinic on base. He joined the service because he wanted to make a difference after he lost friends on 9/11/2001. He was upset when my roomie and I were placed on orders to deploy in late 2002/ early 2003. He wanted to go too. Little did we know he would go and move further ahead on the front lines than anyone in our unit and see the things that he saw. On this 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy I am remembering Joe and the sacrifices that he made for us and for the attention that he brought to plight of those brave soldiers who come back but never completely return from the battlefield.
-Timothy Barnes
Cookeville, TN
Gaylene Pandolfo
April 14, 2011
Please remember all of our service members and their families for the countless sacrifices they have made. Reach out. Knock on the door. Say thank you. Offer a helping hand. Community support makes a difference. Hotline: 1800 273-TALK. Press 1 for veterans
July 16, 2010
Life in this world can be hard, Life in this world can bring tears and pain. But may it comfort the Dwyer family to know that our tears and pain are not unnotice by our Heavenly Father. Althought the pain will not easily disappear, Almighty God is near to those who are broken in heart and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.
James Chapman
May 30, 2010
I just learned about Joseph from a Facebook friend in Ireland who posted an article about him published in the Guardian in the U.K., and I was very moved, having suffered from severe depression myself. I hope and pray that Joseph is always remembered and that people are moved to see to it that our veterans get any and all the help and care they need for as long as they need it. God bless Joseph.
Jon Estes
April 10, 2010
I had the privilege of being Joseph's pastor for a short time in El Paso. I moved to NC about a year before he did. I only saw goodness and love in Joseph's life. I wish I could have been around him longer but thank God for he and Matina. He is and will always be missed.
I also had the privilege of seeing him come to know Jesus and to baptize him. we have lost a great man.
Rob Miller
January 18, 2010
I liked your site.
Stephanie
July 24, 2009
My sympathy to your family and all who he touched.
May 18, 2009
my husband died from that as while i would like to talk to you sometime my email is [email protected] and my number is (585)645~2571 my name is chrissy
DIANE MOODY
March 18, 2009
I CAN'T FIND THE WORDS TO EXPRESS WHAT MY HEART FEELS FOR YOU. MY SON IS A US NAVY CORPSMAN ATTACHED WITH THE MARINES 1ST DIVISION. HE DID TWO TOURS - AFGHANISTAN & IRAQ. HE'S HOME WITH US NOW, BUT HE WILL ALWAYS BE OVER THERE IN MIND. MY PRAYERS ARE ALWAYS WITH YOU AND IT WOULD BE A GREAT HONOR JUST TO TALK TO YOU. YOUR SON IS A HERO AND WILL NEVER, EVER BE FORGOTTEN. THANK YOU....
Jennifer Trevelyan
January 19, 2009
I met Joe when we were both hospitalized at the Northport, NY VA Medical Center Psychiatric Unit for treatment of our PTSD. I was also a medic (Air Force), but I was deployed to Landstuhl Army Medical Center in Germany for 8 mos in 2003, caring for our wounded from Iraq and Afganastan. He was the first fellow medic I met since the military, so we bonded instantly. Joe was one of my favorites from the minute I met him. He was one of the warmest, kindest, and most genuine people I had ever met in my life. He wouldn't tell me about the events that caused him to be sent to treatment in Northport, but it didn't really matter to me because through all of my unmanageable personal struggles and experiences I already understood what he was dealing with. He carried a small copy of that famous photo in his wallet. He was really very proud of it. Whenever I think of Joe, I see his sweet smiling face. The world was a better place with Joe in it. I wish that my medic buddy were still here. But Joe's spirit was so compassionate that he would do anything to help another. When I think about everything that he went through, I can't help but think that it all happened so that he could help thousands, if not millions of other servicemen and women that struggle with mental illness due to our military service. What could be more of a lesson than a story like his. I miss Joe alot. I think about him everyday. I feel more proud to call myself a medic since I've known Joe. And I feel more determined to get myself well because of Joe. He believed in me and helped me believe it. I will never ever forget how he touched my life.
Chris Delaney
January 12, 2009
The Dwyer Family-
WE WILL NOT FORGET THE SACRAFICE YOUR FAMILY HAS MADE AND I PROMISE YOU WE WILL BRING AWARENESS TO PTSD.
Chris, Tara, Mia, Nicholas Delaney
RALPH GOODWIN
December 20, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ray and Sherri Evans
December 10, 2008
I Knew Joseph (and was there when he passed) he was a good caring young man. As a veteren and as a father of a son who also is a combat medic in the Army and has served in Iraq, my wife and I hope and prey that all the troops come home safe and when they are home they get the care they need. Our condolences to the Dwyer family. To Joseph Rest in Peace.
It's all thumbs up for you Joe! Thank you for your sacrifice.
Ron Wenzel
November 24, 2008
Joseph,
I know where you are and can sense you are at peace. You are a remarkable person and I will do all I can to assist those suffering from PSTD.
Jeanne Bifulk
September 17, 2008
Dear Dwyer Family,
Thinking about all of you still.
I am sure that every one of you miss him greatly.
My oldest son and my youngest have both served in Iraq. (My daughter was in the WI. Guard) It's hard for them to talk about it..so I simply don't ask. Don't know how far to go.
Please know that my heart is with all of you.
Jeanne Bifulk-Beloit, Wisconsin- Mother of Three Soliders.
LINDA KREYER
September 9, 2008
DEAR AUNT HELEN,
THANK YOU FOR BEING MY GODMOTHER AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND IN GOD.
WITH ALL MY LOVE,
Ralph Wilcox
July 28, 2008
I remember when that iconic photo was published and felt very proud, being a paramedic myself. It was nice to see a positive image and someone being taken care of and comforted in such a hellacious time and place. I was deeply, deeply saddened to hear of Joseph's death and about his life towards the end. Rest in peace and serenity, Joe. May God hold you close to his heart.
Luis Osorio
July 28, 2008
I served with this outstanding medic warrior at FT.BLISS at the SFMC.
May the Lord give his family and all of us strength to endure his loss. I am grateful to have met and served with him.
Luis Osorio SFC RET OIF 2006-2007
[email protected]
Gabriela Salvatierra
July 27, 2008
May God bless Joseph's family and help them to heal. I feel great gratitude for Joseph's service to our country. He is a hero now and always. He gave his life up for his country as any soldier who took his or her last breath in battle many miles from home. Rest in peace now, Joseph.
Jane Wilson
July 24, 2008
Dear Joseph and Family:
As a wife of a wonderful man who struggles with PTSD and is 100 percent service-connected, I can only say that my heart and soul is with you. I only wish that I could have been there to help you and your family. The mystery of PTSD for Family is a maze of behavior and a different soul than anyone can imagine. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Don't second-guess....this is a deadly disorder, which takes lives daily. May Joseph Rest in Peace with the Savior and may his Wife, Children, and Parents know that they did every thing that they could, which was to love him unconditionally. Peace. Jane Wilson
Claudette Forrest
July 21, 2008
Blessings to the family and friends of Joseph Dwyer. I am sincerely sorry for your loss and know that this time is very hard for you. Believe in the Lord and keep your faith. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Renee Robare
July 21, 2008
A true friend, both to his comrades and to this nation. God bless the family and friends left to mourn this beautiful soul.
Kimberly Louazna
July 21, 2008
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your family and for the pain you lived through after becoming our hero. The lives you touched will never be the same for having known you.
May your soul finally rest in peace.
paul gornowicz
July 21, 2008
I to am a Medic but not in the millitary. I worked the streets of Detroit for 12 years and have seen many things, just not with people shooting at me or my friends/comrades. RIP dear Medic/soldier and thank you and all others that gave the ultimate sacrifice for this country.
Stephanie Dolzall
July 21, 2008
I have read quite a bit about Joseph and what he experienced. He was a true American Hero, and one that I pray causes the Military to remember those who experience PTSD. May God bless his soul and also bless Joseph's wife, family & friends. I'll be thinking of you all and praying for you. God bless you.
Spc. Joseph Dwyer & family
July 21, 2008
Alan Sammet
July 21, 2008
Words simply cannot express the loss and sadness that surely we all must share over this tragedy. Perhaps our world will one day learn that no one ever 'wins' in war. Even victors pay an unconscionable price. And some keep on paying. I can only hope that the friends and family of Joseph have their 'debt' for this one 'paid in full'. May the light of Peace and Love shine upon us all!
All of America shares in your loss
Sheila Michael
July 21, 2008
My heart goes out to the family & friends of Joseph Dwyer. May God hold him tight and give him the peace he could not find. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Ed and Angela
July 21, 2008
Dear Joseph Dwyer,
It is ironic that your picture with
that Child in your arms has been
transfigured into You being in the
arms of Jesus now.
Rest there Joseph Patrick Dwyer,
pray that we can be as brave.
"Semper Fideles".
Chris
July 21, 2008
I cant begin to imagine the loss you are felling right now. I can only hope that you believe that the Lord Almighty has a place in his heart and kingdom for Mr. Dwyer.
God bless you
The Barlow Family
July 20, 2008
We are truly sorry for your loss. We send our condolences. Take care and God bless. SPC Dwyer RIP. "Until we meet on the Fiddler's green". Love, The Barlow Family
Mary
July 20, 2008
May God be with you Joseph. Rest in Peace. May God be with his family. God Bless you, Joseph.
Rebecca Doll-Suppes
July 20, 2008
I weep for Joseph and his family at this sad time. He deserved better than this. He deserved to know bliss again. May he only know peace now.
Eva Brewer
July 20, 2008
Thank you Joseph Dwyer for your service. You are a truly great American. I am sorry you left us so soon. My deepest sympathy to the family as Joseph has entered heaven's gates and into the arms of Jesus saying "well done my good and faithful servant".
Mary
July 20, 2008
My thoughts and wishes are with you at this difficult time. Although I never knew Joseph, I know he was a true hero.
Debbie Peric
July 20, 2008
My heart goes out to the family of Joseph Dwyer. I am very thankful for the sacrafice of this young man and his family. This is a man, an American we can all be proud of. I am deeply saddened to hear of the news of Joseph's untimely passing. I pray that the country as a whole will wake up and realize there is a great need to help these young people that make a major sacrafice to keep this country free. I am speaking as an 8 year AF vet. God Bless your family and God Bless America!!
rona e
July 20, 2008
Knowing that sadness is what you feel first- I know that you must also be very proud of Joseph. What a large footprint to leave in such a short time. Hopefully the memory of Joseph will help others, and I believe it will.Until you are able to smile again- my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Air Force Wife
July 20, 2008
Joseph is resting in the loving hands of our Lord.
Doc Cottrell
July 20, 2008
As a former Fleet Marine Force Corpsman, I salute Joseph for a job well done. There are many organizations that are attempting to force Congress in awarding these young men and women of war the Purple Heart, as they are just as severly wounded with unseen wounds. Please contact your local Congressmen/lady and/or seek out any organization in your area to show support for our PTSD wounded warriors.
Semper Fi
Doc Cottrell
Teresa Prall
July 20, 2008
May you find the peace and rest in Gods loving arms. I will pray for your loved ones that they to find peace in there lives.Thank -you for all the you did for all of us.
Marla Lynch
July 20, 2008
I HAVE NO WORDS AFTER READING THE STORY OF THIS SOLDIER.
PLEASE STOP THE WAR!
Rick Proctor
July 20, 2008
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. They have no idea what we face every day after we come home. We survive hell only to relive it the rest of our lives. God bless you. You are my hero and I will never forget your name and story.
Sgt. HRP, US Army Combat Medic OIF2
Sandy Melancon
July 20, 2008
God Bless Joseph and all of our soldiers. May he Rest in Peace. He will be remembered as a hero. I am so sorry he lived his last days filled with the demons of his deployment. I pray his family will be able to go on and that his child will grow up not knowing the horrors of his father's past, but the honorable man he was.
DOLORES EDMONS AND FAMILY
July 20, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN THIS TIME OF SORROW
Dee Threet
July 20, 2008
After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward. ~Genesis 15:1
Thank you Joseph - for everything. Rest in Peace and get your great reward.
Adrian Doner
July 20, 2008
I was compelled to sign this book after reading his story. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Ed Froelich
July 20, 2008
Dear Jesus,
Please hold this brave soul near your heart.
Hold him and keep him free from
the fears he had here on earth.
Give strength to his comrads, his Family
and all those who morn this loss.
Bless and protect those in the service in
combat and all around the world.
May we all look forward to a better
life and a safer world that is paid for
with the blood of our Military Heroes.
Thank you for all we have and the
Joseph Patrick Dwyer's everywhere. Amen
Judy Knoke
July 20, 2008
Joseph will be remembered as a true hero, a compassionate human being.
I am so sorry for your loss.
arlene hyman
July 20, 2008
Dear loved ones and friends of Joseph Dwyer, You must be devastated to lose him as he was obviously someone who took life deep to heart and internalized his terrible experiences in Iraq. Perhaps his tenderness would not protect him from such realities and he could not escape the pain he felt. I'm so very sad for your loss. I hope you can cherish the life you did share with him and may we all be able to appreciate guys like Joseph who struggle throughout their lives with enormous sensitivity. Let us be strong and continue to learn from life's experiences...to love others
who have so much to give as Joseph surely did.
Jay Rabalais Family
July 20, 2008
My family extends our heartfelt prayers and condolences to you and your family on the loss of Joseph. God has another angel to watch over your family now. You will never know how much the rest of us as civilians do appreciate the things Joseph and so many others have done to keep us free. Thank you and may God bless you at your time of need.
Rich S
July 20, 2008
God Bless you brother, I struggle with you every day with similar problems. I hope your struggles will bring to light how terrible PTSD truly is. Rest in peace my friend, you will be missed.
Andrew Zelinski
July 20, 2008
May the the Lord be with you and confort you in this time of loss.
Joseph may be gone from this earth he will allways live on in your memories, for that he will never be forgotten, God Bless you and your family that knew Joseph.
May he rest in Peace Amen
The Hocrath Family
July 20, 2008
Our thoughts, our prayers, our best wishes and regrets. An American Hero who deserved so much more and better. Out of the depths I cry; Lord hear my voice, Lord have mercy.
Timothy Barnes
July 19, 2008
I just heard about Joey 2 days ago.I remember that he was a patriot and joined to serve our country proudly.I knew him from my days at Fort Bliss and remember him fondly and thought of him as a good friend.The pain he suffered internally these past 5 years are very unfortunate.I know that he is at peace now and hopefully his loss will raise awareness of others who suffer as he did.My prayers are with the Dwyer family.
Karl Olson
July 17, 2008
Operation Yellow Elephant, a non-partisan grass roots citizens initiative to Support Our President, honors the service and mourns the untimely death of Joseph Dwyer.
We offer our sincere condolences to his family, friends and buddies. RIP
Heather Lewis
July 16, 2008
Dear Mrs. Dwyer;
I went to school with Joseph at Sandhills Community College. We became immediate friends. I was driving down the road the other day and heard the NPR interview with the reporter that took the now famous photo of Joseph. I will always remember him as he was before Iraq. He was such a compassionate, funny, thoughtful man. He also loved his wife fully. I remember how nervous he was proposing to her, even though there was no way she would say no. I am now a mother with two little boys and I can only imagine your pain. The world has truly lost a great person for absolutely no reason.
Irina Volchansky
July 16, 2008
Rest in peace, Joseph. You have done this nation proud and many of your fellow Americans are now very saddened that we as a nation were not there for you, while you were there for the nation.... My heart and prayers with your family.
Ryan
July 15, 2008
The 'famous' picture captured a powerful moment in Joseph's life. We should all hope to have that kind of courage and compassion. I'm sorry for your loss. I pray God's peace for Joseph's family.
Jim and Jodi Haskell
July 15, 2008
We ask alot of our young service men and women - Joseph gave more than he could. VA follow-up and nationwide knowledge of PTSD is truly needed. We are so grateful for his caring service.
Neil USA, OIF IV
July 14, 2008
Brother-in-arms,
only few understand the weight you carried with you since your days in combat.
And though no one should want to change places with you,
you have impacted a life in a way that most never will.
Rest in peace knowing your steps in that dust carried a distresssed soul to his salvation.
Only a soul as selfless as yours would trade the swiftness of its feet, the stength of its arms and the focused determination of its mind for the chance at life for stranger. That is what the world will remember when it remembers you.
Dottie Callina
July 14, 2008
My nephew Sgt. Paul A. Saylor died in Iraq August 15, 2005. Paul was also stationed at Fort Stewart. Your Joseph is just as much a hero as my nephew. I thank God for his service to our country and for his bravery. Only God knows what he saw and now he is at peace in God's loving hands. I won't begin to tell you that I know how you feel but I can tell you that I'm so proud of Joseph and so grateful for all he did. Please hold in your heart that Joseph will never be forgotten and I will pray with you that more attention is given to those who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. One day we will see our loved ones again but for now I can just say thank you for sharing Joseph with us and again please know that Joseph is an American Hero who will never be forgotten. May God bless you always.
Bruce Tweedie
July 14, 2008
My sincere condolences on your loss. Although I didn't know Joseph personally, as a retired soldier I knew many like him. He came to be a symbol of the selfless service and sense of good that this nation's young men and women perform everyday. It is also extremely unfortunate that Joseph suffered from the war for so many years after. May the family feel some sense of relief that he not have to endure the suffering any longer.
Rusty Enterline
July 14, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes to Mr. Dwyer's family at this sad time. He is a Hero to us all.
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For Our Deceased Service Men and Women
You are all-powerful, God, and live forever in light and joy. Look with pity and love, we beg You, on those men and women who bravely fought and gallantly died for their country. By laying down their lives, they showed supreme love for others.
Accept, we ask You, their sacrifice and their belief in the justice of the cause they died for. Let their offering not be in vain. Please forgive any sins and faults they may have committed. Speedily, we implore You, bring them into Your Presence where fear, sadness, mourning, and death cannot exist.
Have pity in Your loving kindness on those they leave behind. In Your own unsearchable ways, make good for their absence, and lavishly bestow Your love and consolations on those deprived of their presence. This we ask in the Name of Christ, our Victor King. Amen.
~~from "Let us pray for our faithful departed," published by Franciscan Mission Assoc.
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http://www.2heartsnetwork.org/military.htm
the Whitcomb's
July 13, 2008
May the Lord keep you and your family during this time. I know there are no words that really comfort, but know we "thank you" for what Joseph has done for freedom. Our prayers will be with you and our sons, husbands and friends who are still standing for freedom in uniform.
Crystal Foshee
July 13, 2008
Thank you Joseph, for your heart and courage. You were a selfless hero, not proud and boastful. I hope now that you finally have some peace. I will be praying even harder for all your brothers and sisters suffering with PTSD. You truly did give your all, I will be waiting until the day comes that I can shake your hand in heaven and say thank you to your face. RIP brother :)
Leda Carmody
July 13, 2008
Thank you for Joseph's life. I am touched and saddened by your loss of a wonderful son and husband, who truly gave all for his country!
The daughter of a WWII USA Marine
July 13, 2008
Maureen & Matina,
My heart goes out to you and your families during this difficult time. I realize that words could never soothe your broken hearts. His sacrifice and that of those who served with him (his family) is deeply appreciated. To his unit members: Thank you for all you give to this most confused nation. May God hold you in his arms and give you the comfort that we cannot. With Deepest Sympathy from a fellow Army Mom/Navy Wife.
Jeanne Hendricks
July 13, 2008
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. As the mother of another Iraq war veteran, I will pray that Joseph's death will result in improved care for all the young people who have returned from the war with PTSD and improved diagnosis for the ones who believe they must try to hide their fears.
May God grant you peace. Your son is a hero in all our eyes even those of us who did not know him personally.
E Thurman
July 13, 2008
Semper Fi do or Die!!
Penny
July 13, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult sad time. My husband suffers with PTSD as well and it's so misunderstood. God Bless your family and Joseph he is a hero to all!
Lance and Becky Turner
July 13, 2008
Rest in peace brave soldier. Your earthly job is done. Thank you for your service to this country and may you find peace in the arms of the Angels.
Lynn West
July 13, 2008
Our society tend to overlook the sensitivity of our brave men and women and eventhough they are fighting to defend us, the things they endure for our freedom, cannot be forgotten and help should come to them when they return home.
May God be with you and your brave family during this time, and send his mighty angels to embrace and comfort you. Joseph was a wonderful and brave young man and will be remembered by us all. Thank you for sharing him and giving us all the opportunity to sign your guest book.
Marlene
July 13, 2008
May he finally rest in peace. Our prayers are with the Dwyer family and all of the others who so bravely have done their duty for our country. God Bless each and everyone and keep you in his care.
Mary
July 13, 2008
Dear precious Dwyer Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through grieving Joseph's passing. My heart aches and is so heavy with grief for you. I pray our dear Lord will give you peace and comfort today and in the days ahead. I want to thank you for giving Joseph to our country to serve and I thank Joseph for his service and sacrifice. Numbers 6:24-26 until we meet again. God bless you.
D J
July 13, 2008
so sorry for your loss,but thank you for haveing a love one that help his country sorry we couldnt help at his time of need God bless you all today and always,may he rest in peace now and his mind be free
Lidia Desmond
July 13, 2008
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all the Dwyer family, It was my pleasure to be able to have met you all and to have served you here in Northport, I will never forget you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am still in shock and saddened by the tragic news. May Joseph rest in peace.
Phyllis and Mike Tomosi
July 12, 2008
May God keep you strong, and we thank you for such a special soldier. You must really be proud of Joseph!
Monica Green
July 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes to your family. As the mother of a former Marine who served in Iraq, I cannot image the horrors that Joseph seen while in Iraq and after. There are no words that I can say that will take the pain from you except that your son is a hero to all of us. God Bless you Joseph.
L.B. Hicks
July 12, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Diane & Mike Smith
July 12, 2008
Thank you for giving your life so our country could remain free!!!
Rest in peace.
Sr.Chief Ray & Judy Johnson
July 12, 2008
My family and I send out our prayers to Joseph's family and all the young men and women that are going through this same horrible disease. He's now in peace. God Be with you and you family.
Laura Hoekstra-Bettig
July 12, 2008
My family and I thank your son and all of your family for his service to our country. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you in this time of great sorrow.
BETTY SMITH
July 12, 2008
M PRAYERS go out to the wife and family of JOSEPH DWYER REST IN PEACE JOSEPH.
Catherine Griffin
July 12, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kerri and Daniel and PFC. Alex Jenkins
July 12, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a hero to us all as are all of the young men and women serving. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, (a Missouri Army mom)
Bianca Robinson
July 12, 2008
I pray that Jesus was holding his heart. PTT is real, we all need to learn about it.
Melinda Uga
July 12, 2008
I am truly sorry for your loss, today we are one more Hero shy. It is a sad day, and his memory will live on through all the soldiers that have fought beside him, and that go on to finish.
God Bless,
Melinda (Marine Mom)
Ron Phillips
July 12, 2008
It is with a sad and heavy heart that I too grief with you and your family. If it wasn't for men such as your husband and son, we would not share the freedoms we enjoy today. I thank him so much for his loving service to this country, as well as the others that have served and are still serving today, and for a family that supported him during his young life. May God bless, comfort and keep each of you during your time of sorry. Thank you Joseph Dwyer for what you and your comrades did for each of us that are so fortunate to live in America. We salute you!
Linda D
July 12, 2008
To Joseph's family and friends, So sorry about your loss. I hope you are right and it will help bring attention to what our service men and women need when they come home from such a traumatic event for them. We are so grateful for his service. Thoughts and prayers to all who knew him.
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