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U.S. Marine, Navy Plane Crash Victims Obituary
The corps said in a news release that the crew and passengers consisted of 15 Marines and one Navy corpsman.
“The Marine aircraft that crashed Monday evening was a KC-130T from Marine Aerial Refueling and Transport Squadron (VMGR) 452, Marine Air Group-49, 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Forces Reserve,” the statement said.
The flight originated from the Marine Corps Air Station in Cherry Point, North Carolina, “as the squadron was supporting a requirement to transport personnel and equipment from there” to the Naval Air Field in El Centro, California.
Because equipment on board included various small arms ammunition and personal weapons, an explosive ordnance disposal team was dispatched to the scene “as a precaution in the interest of safety,” the Marines said.
“The identities of the personnel whose lives were lost in this tragic accident are still being withheld to allow time for their loved ones to be notified appropriately. While the details of the incident are being investigated, our focus remains on providing the necessary resources and support to the family and friends of these service members as they go through this extremely difficult time,” the statement said.
Gen. Robert Neller, the Marine Corps commandant, released a statement:
“On behalf of the entire Marine Corps, I want to express my deepest condolences to the families of those killed in the aircraft mishap yesterday afternoon in Mississippi. Please keep the families of our 16 fallen service members in your thoughts and prayers.
“Our focus remains on notifying and supporting the families while we conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of this tragedy."
82 Entries
October 25, 2017
Sorry for your loss... May the God of all comfort, comfort your families during this difficult time.
Ann M Stokman
July 13, 2017
Sorry to hear of the loss
July 19, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ann Marie Stokman
July 19, 2017
Sorry to hear of the loss
How you can show support
Blizard W.
July 18, 2017
To the Families of these men that went to length in serving. For it is tragic to loose ones In this manor. Sometimes "unforeseen occurrence befall us all." (Eccle. 9:11) But take courage and comfort that our Almighty Heavenly Father of tender mercies has them in his memory and soon we shall be with our loved ones again. (Jh 5:28)
P. McCoy
July 16, 2017
There are no words that can be said that will ease the burden of your loss. But you have the gratitude of a great full nation for their sacrifice. May the Lord give you comfort and a peace that passes all understanding. May they R.I.P. Semper Fi.
Phillips
July 16, 2017
My prayers are with you during this stressful time
May God grant you peace from above
July 15, 2017
Prayers
July 14, 2017
"O say, does that Star-Spangled Banner yet wave...O'er the Land of the Free...And the Home of the Brave?"
July 14, 2017
To the Families, Friends, and the "Band of Brothers" that these Marines and Sailor lived and served with and who all feel a sense of loss: Jesus, the Lord of Compassion, will not forsake you in your time of deep sorrow and grief. At this difficult time, may you see His love in the faces of family and friends...may you feel His love in every caring word, and may you know His love in the hope that is sure to come.
Patricia
July 14, 2017
TO all the victims of the Navy plane crash, please accept my condolences.
Patti Cannon-Murphy
July 14, 2017
My prayers and thoughts are with Caine Goyette's family, as well as, all of the service members who lost their lives while serving us. I've known Caine for many years, being part of his journey to become an Officer of Marines. May God envelop you in this time of sorrow.
Brian Schuyler
July 14, 2017
Ryan, what a pleasure it was for our son Patrick to meet you when we moved to Middletown. You guy's became great friends and enjoy'ed playing sports and hanging out together. I rememember throwing the baseball and football with you in the side yard as a kid growing up. You grew up to be an awesome young man and I am so proud of you. Thanks little bro for all you did for us, your family and our country. Love you man and GO RAIDERS !!
July 14, 2017
I am sorry for your loss.
July 14, 2017
May God comfort the families of this tragic event.
July 14, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
R.F.
July 14, 2017
When President John F. Kennedy once said, "Ask not, what your country can do for you...Ask, what you can do for your country," these 16 American Heroes and Patriots knew what he meant. How do we thank them, for by their service to our country they have ensured Our Freedom!
July 14, 2017
Gone too soon! My heartfelt condolences to all who have suffered this great loss of their loved ones to death. God will comfort and sustain you during this difficult time because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
Darlene H.
July 14, 2017
My condolences to all the families.
Such sad news for all.
May the words at Isaiah 2: 2-4
give you comfort at this difficult
time
July 13, 2017
DEAR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF THE FALLEN U.S. MARINES AND U.S. NAVY SAILOR: May each tear that falls be a gentle reminder that you and your loved one meant so much to each other...And that no loss or sorrow, time or distance can ever take that away.
Patricia Binter
July 13, 2017
My sincere sympathy to every family. The full measure of sacrifices made by family members. Celebrate the memories of these brave service men. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless
R.F.
July 13, 2017
"At Ease," U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy Sailor: May you REST IN PEACE in the Kingdom of the Prince of Peace. "I thank my God every time I remember you." PHILIPPIANS 1:3
July 13, 2017
God Called "16 Special Angels" Home To Heaven.
Rest In Peace,
You All Deserve It.
Prayers For The Families & Friends.
"GOD BLESS AMERICAN"
Jim Clark
July 12, 2017
What a terrible tragedy for all the Marines and soldiers and their families. They are all in my prayers, as I am sure they are in the prayers of the entire community. May the good Lord let His warm and loving light shine upon them for all eternity, and may they rest peacefully in the certainty that their lives of service do not go unnoticed.
Valenda Newell
July 12, 2017
MY TEARS ARE FLOWING, FOR THE VICTIMS FAMILIES. GOD REST THEIR SOULS.....
MANY MANY BLESSINGS
Deana Sayles
July 12, 2017
My heart is filled with tears and sorrow for the families of these fallen heroes. You are all in my PRAYERS. ❤
July 12, 2017
My tears and my deepest condolences to all the families of the 15 Marines and 1 Navy sailor who lost their lives in the service of their country. Thank you for your service.
July 12, 2017
To those who have lost loved ones during this accident, I would like to give my sincere condolences. Many are thinking of your family at this time. Please turn to our Heavenly Father for strength through prayer. He knows your pain and wants to help you through this.
July 12, 2017
Sorry for the family loss , may thr God of peace be with the family of this tragedy accident . Genesis 3:19
Linda-Ann Licari
July 12, 2017
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYER FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS REST IN PEACE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE SINCERELY, Linda-Ann Licari Semper Fi
Nancy Woodwell-Freedman
July 12, 2017
Prayers, thoughts & deepest condolences go out to the families, friends & brothers & sisters in arms of the victims of this horrific tragedy. They are our nation's heroes. May they rest in eternal peace and may the perpetual light shine upon them.
July 12, 2017
Praying for the families with my deepest condolences. Praying for the military members who lost their lives. Thank you for your service.
Rhonda, MD
July 12, 2017
THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICES.
GOD BLESS THE FAMILIES & FRIENDS.
July 12, 2017
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICES.
GOD BLESS THE FAMILY .
July 12, 2017
My condolences to the families. It hurts to lose a loved one in death in such a tragic situation. Our time would be categorized as "critical times hard to deal with" 2 Timothy 3:1 . God promises we can see our loved ones again at John 6:40.
July 12, 2017
OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH EVERYONE.
MAY THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT CONSOLE FAMILIES & FRIENDS ALWAYS.
ONE DAY AT A TIME SWEET JESUS.
WHAT A GLAD REUNION DAY THAT WILL BE WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN.
JOE & LIZ,
Florida
Barbara Souza
July 12, 2017
May God hold you all in the palm of His hand. Deepest sympathy to all the families.
Melody Handley Sexton
July 12, 2017
God Bless to all that lost a loved one.. prayer be with you in this time of sorrow.
R D
July 12, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the families to the U.S. Marine, Navy Plane Crash Victims.
Jenkins Family
July 12, 2017
Our sincere condolences to all of the families affected by this tragedy. To those who lost love ones, hold on to the precious memories and moments - let them fortify you and allow the God of peace to give you comfort as there is much healing ahead for you.
Gloria B.
July 12, 2017
My prayers and heart goes out to these families. Every day, I look at military families and all the sacrifices that are made to keep the country safe, I feel their pain from the prospect as a parent of military sons, their my heart, but this country safety is their beckon of light. These fallen soldiers are heroes in the upmost respect. Blessed these families in their loss, for the tears are still falling in my heart for their devastating moments. It hurts tremendously, but God has their best interest in his hands now.
Yvonne
July 12, 2017
So very sorry to the families of the plane crash victims. Words are not adequate to express my condolences.
Scott Chamberland
July 12, 2017
Semper Fi
Olga Jauregui
July 12, 2017
May our Heavenly Father give comfort to the parents and family of the crash victims. Rest in Peace Soldiers and God Bless You.
Paul Alan
July 11, 2017
May God Bless the 16 U.S. Marine, U.S. Navy Plane Crash Victims and May the Good Lord welcome each one of them into the Kingdom of God. Why should we honor, thank, and remember these 15 U.S. Marines and 1 Navy corpsman who have given to America, as Abraham Lincoln once said, "their last, full measure of devotion?" BECAUSE THEY LET COURAGE DO THEIR TALKING, WE ARE FREE TO SPEAK OUR MINDS. BECAUSE THEY FOUGHT AGAINST TYRANNY, WE ARE FREE TO WORSHIP AS WE PLEASE. BECAUSE THEY GAVE UP THE COMFORTS OF HOME, WE ARE FREE FROM WANT. BECAUSE THEY PUT THEMSELVES IN HARM'S WAY, WE ARE FREE TO LIVE WITHOUT FEAR...America, the Land of the Free...BECAUSE of the Brave!
Carl
July 11, 2017
I am praying for God's Comfort and Blessings for all the families.
Jerlyn
July 11, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to all those who have suffered the loss of a loved one in the tragic plane crash in Mississippi. May you find comfort and peace from God during this difficult time. He will give you the needed strength to endure. (Psalm 145:14, 18)
Elizabeth Jones
July 11, 2017
My prayers and heart go out to the families ..my deepest sympathy Elizabeth Jones Brookhaven Ms
Carlotta
July 11, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the families and friends who loss their love ones at the U.S. Marine, Navy Plane Crash Victims, during this difficult time.
Dale Broome
July 11, 2017
Fair winds and following seas to all my service brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. You will not be forgotten! My condolences to the families of the 16 heroes who left us in such a tragic way. May God Bless you all!
Shirley Brown
July 11, 2017
God bless all of the families
July 11, 2017
so sorry for the loss of the marines in the airplane crash prayers to all god bless
Marie Harris
July 11, 2017
My prayers and thoughts are with all the families affected. May God bless ,comfort and keep you.
July 11, 2017
a Marine Gold Star mom sends her love - I'm so very very sorry
July 11, 2017
Thank you for those who are willing to serve their country and in turn, each of us. May God bless each member of the families with the greatest blessings of heaven. May your happy memories keep you until you are reunited once again.
richard justice
July 11, 2017
Thinking now..of these American heroes,....and praying for the families........May God bless you all...........
Pat
July 11, 2017
My condolences to everyone affected by this tragedy. May all find comfort and strength through heartfelt prayers to God.
Steven
July 11, 2017
Such a tragic event! Thank you for your service and sacrifice. To the families my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. God Bless you all..Rest in Peace 16 Brave and Courageous Marines.
joy
July 11, 2017
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Robertson Family
July 11, 2017
Our condolences to the families and friends of those killed in this tragic accident. May the peace from our Heavenly Father soothe the pain in your hearts.
July 11, 2017
God speed, prayers to our bravery heroes,
Jason Swoyer
July 11, 2017
Rest easy Marines, Lord be with the family and friends
July 11, 2017
Dear Military Families
and Friends.we extend our
heartfelt sympathy to you.
May our Lord and Savior
give you comfort and
peace in your hearts
today and the days ahead.
You are in our "Prayers"
and thoughts.
The Hall Family,S.C.
Scott Chamberland
July 11, 2017
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Randy and Denise Hill
July 11, 2017
Please rest in peace. Our prayers to the families.
July 11, 2017
Blessed those that join Bless that remain Bless those that are lost
Ron Willis
July 11, 2017
There are no words that can explain the terrible feeling of loss for these families. As a disable veteran I offer prayers and God's comfort and peace that can and will sustain you in you time of need.
Linda Tracy
July 11, 2017
God Bless You All,
Adrian Barnette
July 11, 2017
We'll miss you !
Kimla Williams
July 11, 2017
To the fallen Marine officers our, deepest condolence to the family's and for a wonderful job for protecting the world. We are very deeply sad for such a tragedy from here at the office of Williams Associates Mall of Las Vegas Nevada owners and operators Mrs. Kimla Williams an Dr. Avery Daniels from all The Staff members here God bless you all.
LYNNE
July 11, 2017
MAY THE GOD OF TENDER MERCIES GRANT EACH ONE THAT HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THIS DIFFERCULT TIME THE STRENGTH, ENDURANCE, AND COMFORT THAT YOU NEED TO COPE. REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES.
July 11, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of this tragic event. May family and friends support and help each other to go through this terrible time. God love you.
Glen Hausfeld
July 11, 2017
Peace to all of them.
Trish
July 11, 2017
Semper Fi and Non Sibi Sed Patriae! Rest in peace soldiers and thank you from the bottom of my heart to you and your families for your service and sacrifice. Prayers to loved ones left behind <3
Norma Osborne
July 11, 2017
Praying for their families may God stergth and comfort them during the loss of their love ones.Thank everyone of them for their services.Sorry for all of your loss..RIP
Carl Franks
July 11, 2017
Rest In Peace to those that lost their lives in serving our country.
July 11, 2017
Horrible tragedy...My thoughts and prayers for the families, friends, and fellow soldiers. Rest in Peace.
July 11, 2017
My sincere condolences to The family and friends of the U.S. marine ,Navy plane crash.
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