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NICHOLA GODDARD Obituary
CAPTAIN NICHOLA KATHLEEN SARAH GODDARD (1ST REGIMENT, ROYAL CANADIAN HORSE ARTILLERY) 1980 2006 Captain Nichola Kathleen Sarah Goddard was killed in action, Wednesday, May 17, 2006, in the Panjway district, Kandahar, Afghanistan. Nichola was born on May 2, 1980, in Madang, Papua New Guinea. Nichola is mourned by her husband, Jason Beam, of Shilo, MB; her parents Tim and Sally Goddard; and sisters Victoria and Kate, of Calgary, AB; grandparents Betty Goddard and the late Anthony Goddard (Llangwnnadl, North Wales) and Michael and Kathleen West (Sault Ste Marie, ON). On her father's side, uncles Simon (Heather) Goddard, Aberdaron, North Wales; Paul (Janet, Rachel, Jack), Rainham, Kent; Patrick, Colwyn Bay, North Wales; and Michael (Corinne, Sebastian), Croydon, Surrey. On her mother 's side, aunts Elizabeth (David, Alistair, Andrew), Winnipeg, MB; Alison (Jeff, Luke, Clare, Sophie), Arnprior, ON; Hilary (Patrick, Sarah, Hannah, Rebecca, Patrick Jr.), Clarksburg, WV; and Fiona (Bill, Tess), Doha, Qatar. Nichola leaves many relatives, friends and colleagues around the world, all of whom she touched with her laughter and her smile. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Thursday, May 25, 2006 from 6.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. Funeral Ser vices will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church (1407 - 7th Avenue N.W.) on Friday, May 26, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Nichola will be interred at the National Military Cemetery of the Canadian Forces, Ottawa at a later date. For ward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Captain Nichola K. S. Goddard Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o The Faculty of Education, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4. With apologies to Leonard Cohen: With Nichola gone Whose smile to compare To the morning sun. Not that we did compare But we do compare Now that she's gone. In living memor y of Captain Nichola Goddard a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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Memories and Condolences
for NICHOLA GODDARD
750 Entries
Roger Borchert
November 11, 2016
In thoughts of all those who have given all that could be given for our freedoms, our beliefs, our futures and in thoughts of their families, loved ones, friends and fellow soldiers. Thank You. We Will Remember
Etched in history's past hundred years
Is freedom's struggle forth
As nations stood allied to stand
To stop tyranny's closing doors
So many sons
Lay in far off lands
Never to return
Except in thoughts and memories shared
By their fellow soldiers, families, friends
What touches hearts still beating for
Those who stood that ground
Are those who shared their stories forth
Of a war that turned around
As years passed by
Nations share
A bond that cannot brake
Those who found freedom's door
Opened in their wake
Dear Lord, sons and daughters taught
Their children, of the past
Now years and years
So little's changed
Except the speed the news is passed
Yes war has changed
This past hundred years
As more and more have stood
Fallen near, that brethren strong
Freedom held so dear
I wish my tears could wash away
The reality war has shown
Shown to me, as one who cares
As one who's stood so near
One who allowed the tears to flow
As a mom talked and shared her love
For a fallen one
She held so dear
Now lifted high above
To continue caring, listening
As their daughters chatted so
And let me know
Of a love they held
For a dad who gave his all
His love
For his Nation dear
His all for a world to be
That which he would pass along
To his children strong and free
I stand with fallen angels
Their families, loved ones, friends
I stand with soldier bears who've heard
Over and over and over, again
I love you dad, I love you mom
I wish, you could come home
But now I know you look after me
From where ever angels go
By Roger Borchert For Remembrance Day 2016
My heart goes out to so many families who have shared with me, their journey to overcome such loss. My thanks to Britt and Sarah Stewart of Allan' s Angels Camp for introducing me to your soldier bears and letting me hear your dad say in his own voice good night to you even 3 years after his loss. My journey into 8 years of poetry and caring for the families of our fallen and wounded has taken so much of a bite out of me and left me so proud of our soldiers and their military families; I cannot turn away. Hugs to all: We Will Remember Them.
Roger, Eileen and The Borchert Family Morinville, Alberta
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2015
In thoughts of our fallen, their families, fellow soldiers, loved ones, and friends this Christmas 2015. May you enjoy the beauty, the wonder, and the miracles Christmas lays at our sides and in our hearts.
They stand nearby the window
Looking out through frost and fog
In hopes of seeing that miracle
That brings a loved one close
Their sighs in frosted vapor
Cling to that window pane
And will not melt
Until their heart, allows it to be felt
A moment, a special moment
A gentle thought recalled
Warms a heart
Fills a mind, with love once held so close
Oh Lord, I pray, their angel
Wanders close
Wanders near
For hearts, who held a soldier dear
Would see their loved one near
A child, a wife, a mom, a dad
A brother, sister, fellow soldier, loved one, friend
Would see the vision of one who stood
So proudly for all of them
I pray, Oh Lord, Our Canada
Feels their hearts, shares their tears
And holds them close, near beside
At this special time of year
For it is that time, when hearts break so
When hearts feel so much pain
For those they love
Those who gave
For a better world to save
I pray they view the value
Of the colours that appear
At this time, in Christmas joy
That brings us all so near
A special child
Found in love
For a world, held so dear
Walked among, mortal souls
Allowed a moment near
A moment of a lifetime
Albeit short, standing proud
Never flinched, never swayed
Towards a better world to save
Onward, onward, they have stood
Hold back tyranny or terror
In memory of one who shone
A light of Christmas Cheer
If we could just, but capture
A moment out of time
To share the glow of angels near
As a soldier left behind
All that was so sacred
All that held so dear
All that was the love of life
That held so many near
We would know that there, is more to life
Than each of us can give
It's seen within the window's glow
Through the frost on which it clings
As fond, fond memories melt its cold
And friends, loved ones, do recall
A Soldier as he wandered near
Near for all of us
By Roger Borchert
Wishing you all the Joy and Warmth Christmas has to offer. Know only; we just need to open our hearts to allow its's wonder to appear.
Merry Christmas
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta
Roger Borchert
April 3, 2015
My poem for this Easter 2015
There are times respect
Grasps at the heart
For a gift so far beyond
Incomprehensibly stilled within the minds
Of those who've seen the light
So brightly shone within mind's eye
As real as life can bare
As heroes rode a highway home
Tears welled up within eyes
A nation stood, so near, to show
Their families, loved ones, friends
They weren't alone in sorrow's depth
As their loved ones returned home
On this, such special weekend
As hearts ponder a gift t'was given
To all mankind across our earth
From one who stood divine
A gift to grant a new birth
Believe in me, the message taught
He spread his good across the lands
Followed every step he took
He lived, he died, at the hands
Of those who could not see
The good he shared, the morals taught
The love that came to be
For all mankind forgiveness
For all another chance
For all to see each other
With a mutual respect
To pass along wherever roamed
A foundation of a world to be
He rose again from where entombed
To show, living, is more than life
It is how we live
What we give
During our moment here on earth
For centuries throughout history
There are those who are the beast
Who walk our earth immoral
Defile everything they see
Decimate, exterminate
Terrorize all within their path
Who do not share a vision held
In the mind, the beast has grasped
Easter weekend is about a love
Respect beyond compare
Passed on from one
Who stood, who gave
For a better world to come
Canada was founded
On this love passed along
A nation of mutual tolerance
And respect for all mankind
We are a collage of humanity
Evolved for a world to see
That mankind from a world surround
Can share a nation free
That rise to share this goodness
Stand across a world protect
A gift from those who make it so
Who stand to hold the beast
For all those who have stood, been wounded, or given their lives to foster this goodness across our world, we remain forever in your debt. May you know the light of eternal life shared and celebrated each Easter.
By Roger Borchert
Our hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family
Morinville, Alberta
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2014
For the Families of our Canadian Forces who lost a loved one during or due to their service for our nation, Christmas 2014
I have seen the frost the low clouds bring
As it rests on every branch
Glistens forth from each blade of grass
Paints pictures on the glass
Captured for a moment
Till sunshine's glow warms the chill
That froze each thought
The low clouds brought
As they wrapped around the soul
But the glisten, oh that glisten
Its sparkle shining forth
It brings the smiles, then the tears
As Christmas gathers forth
Lord our world is a reality
That spills what life unfolds
And those who've stood, those who gave
Are those we hold so close
Captured in a memory
Of a sibling, daughter, son, mom or dad
Who took that step, held out that hand
In a far off distant land
They took that step for Canada
For a whole wide world protect
And visit now at special times
As if they've never left
They are that sparkle that brings a tear
They are that laughter that brings a smile
They are that warmth now ever held so close
And at Christmas they're always near
Held forever in a heart's belief
Glowing brighter than the stars
That shines in eyes that hold them close
Throughout each Christmas time
Hang that special bulb upon the tree
The one that gleams and glows
That one that holds all Frosty shines
Glistening in the snow
For a special, special son was born
Who stepped forth to change a world
Who shared his life for all mankind
Brought forth hope of eternal life
So many tears at Christmas time
So many found in joy
So many smiles surround the tree
Each blessed Christmas morn
By Roger Borchert
We Will Remember Them. Wishing You All a Very Joyous Christmas and All the Best in the Coming Year
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2014
A thought in Remembrance, 2014. Please Know, We Will Remember Them.
A nation is measured by the hearts that beat
That make up its collective soul
And is witnessed in steps taken forth
As across a world they've roamed
I gathered my thoughts reluctantly
While about, out on a walk
A blustery day, as wind blew by
Leaves falling from the sky
I looked into the heavens
As tears were rolling down
My cheeks a chill, the tears they froze
As at once I realized
The leaves were endless soldiers
Who stood for all and gave
So we might each day have the joy
To walk in freedom's way
To not be hiding who we are
Not worry, to grow old
To not be shuffled to the side
To stand and be so bold
To demand that freedom is the goal
Of our nation standing strong
For founded in the leaves that blow
Are the hearts, the very souls
The torches passed to soldiers
From a brethren strong and free
Who stood and said no more, no more
As tyranny roamed the streets
Of far off lands, now close at home
They stood, they lived, they died
They paid the price of freedom
The price of Canada
For they have stood and given all
On behalf of all of us
A tear is just a moment
A fleeting moment's thought
2 minutes in a year that's passed
For freedom for all of us
2 minutes to remember
Those who lived, those who gave
That we could build a nation strong
Stronger by the day
But only through reflection
In the pool of tears now shed
For those who gave their very all
That we might live the dream they bled
A precious little flower
A poppy just to say
That we remember
Those who stood
In such an honoured way
Please stop for just a moment
A thought, a prayer, a tear
For those who've lost
Those who've stood
Their families, loved ones, friends
Please reflect on what
Life might have brought
If not for all of them
By Roger Borchert
Thank You to all those who have served, serve presently, all of their families, loved ones, and friends who walk so nearby their sides and support them as they step forth on our behalf. A very special Thank You to all those who have shared and lost their loved one in the service or because of their service on behalf of our Canada.
Our hearts, our tears, our prayers
We Will Remember Them
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta
Ann Simons
November 6, 2014
Remembering a wonderful child with a strong compassionate side; always willing to help. From my grade 2 class. I think of you often. Ms. Simons (Alphonse)
Senga & Willie Milne
November 2, 2014
We always visit Nichola's gravesite when we are in Ottawa. Hope it brings you a small measure of comfort to know she is not forgotten.
Know that your loved one is remembered.
Senga & Willie Milne
November 2, 2014
We always visit Nichola's grave when in Ottawa to pay our respects.
Senga & Willie Milne
November 2, 2014
Andrew Brown
October 24, 2014
This week I can't but ink about Nichola. I just came across this memorial page. I wish to express my profound respect for Nichola. I will make sure my sons and daughter know who she was. A true Canadian and a true hero.
Captain Andrew Brown (retired). 30 Fd Regt Artillery Ottawa
alkhouri
June 22, 2014
Thinking of you and your family always .... Your sacrifice will never be forgotten!!!
Matthew McGuire
June 16, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 8, 2014
I was at Kandahar Air Base when this happened. All I can say is everyone on the base were amazed when they heard what Capt. Goddard did when they were attacked. She called in the A10's on the enemy positions up to the very end. Canada can be proud of this lady.
J. Walsh (US)
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2013
For the families and children of our fallen this Christmas 2013
Colours glowing near a window pain
Shimmer gentle, seen, the sight
Lifting hearts in yuletide's glow
On Christmas Eve, tonight
Let them hear the carols
Sung on high
Sung in hearts so light
Sung with all the love that grew
Sung with all their might
As they gather close
Around their Christmas tree
Recall a life time, shared
Broke into tears, for a life once shared
With a nation
With all of us
Oh Lord our child of Canada
Lost a soldier, Oh So Dear
To a world that needed
A strong, strong heart
To stand, to say, no more
In a world gone so terribly wrong
On behalf of me and you
They stood, they gave, all that they could
Left those they loved behind
We now cherish, the very thought
A thought that's so profound
Hearts have risen high above
As angle's wings do fly
Carrying forth their love so dear
We hold them near to us
Their wives, their children
Their moms, their dads
Their families, loved ones, friends
And those who walked at their sides
On behalf of all of us
As sunshine gathers, sparkles thought
In the snow that's on a tree
May the beauty of the gift they gave
Shine on for you and me
May the warmth of love surround their hearts
Quell the hurt, the pain the loss
May it bring your soldier, mom, or dad
Close to you tonight
May they wrap their loving arms so tight
Hold you close and oh so near
And let you know you're never alone
At this precious time of year
In life, in birth, a special child
Was born on Christmas morn
To bring to you that special chance
To be near to them once more
May the Joy of Christmas warm your hearts and lift your spirits high
Shine the glow that Christmas brings
Close to you tonight
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake/Morinville, Alberta
Our hearts, Our tears, Our prayers, Shared, This Christmas 2013
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Roger Borchert
November 8, 2013
We Will Remember Them. Written for Remembrance Day 2013
For those who've stood at the gates of hell
As battle rages forth
And stood to hold their line, their fate
To lift a new world rising forth
A world in which freedom's hand
Was openly held toward
To those to escape the bonds that bind
To hold them ever more
From the clutches, the beating down
Their spirit and their hearts
Those who held that outstretched hand
To those who needed help
So thankful all a world should be
For they stood for another voice
One that held our hearts, our minds
Standing very close
Freedom is not just a venture forth
It is a way of life
That lends us all, the gift to stand
Go forth for what is right
And allow all those to climb aboard
Who see it in their sight
Oh Lord you gave us choices
Good or evil found in hearts
The two, so very different hold
Our worlds so far apart
Tonight I looked into the coals
Of embers burning bright
And saw the life of those who share
Our nation's glowing light
At first their dreams are smoke and mirrors
Of a life that used to be
And then each soldier rises up
Gives meaning to where they've been
Learning pride, remembrance
From those who've stood before
Those who tossed the torch that holds
Their futures, evermore
So many didn't return back home
They lay where poppies grow
So many others caught their torch
And across our earth they've roamed
Within this new world
They have worked so hard
To help to come about
A world where sons, where daughters, rise
And share a brand new world's spark
Lord love them for they took a stand
And said no more, no more
A message needed
In our world today
As terror knocks on every door
We could never wander very far
From these hearts so warm that said
Our world needs us brave enough
To stand in terror's way
So as you sit around a campfire's light
Look in and see how bright
The glow that warmed those hearts to stand
As they stood for all of us
We can never forget that step they took
We remember those who gave
All they could towards a better world
A better world today
We Thank Them
We Will Remember Them
Strong of heart
Strong in spirit
Glowing heroes to recall each day
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
E. Prosper
April 24, 2013
My name is E. Prosper,and yesterday I was accepted into the Royal Military College of Canada as an Artillery Officer. I wish I could express how much inspiration Captain Goddard has given me, and how much influence she's had on my life. I will do my best to be as good a leader as she was and is. Thank you so, so much for your influence, your inspiration, your sacrifice and your service. I am forever grateful.
-E. Prosper
Roger Borchert
March 30, 2013
My poem, written for this Easter 2013, in respect of those who have given their very all to bring about a better world on our behalf and in recognition of their families, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers who miss them so deeply at each Easter Sunday meal. May They R.I.P. We Will Remember Them.
Empty chairs each Easter Sunday
In homes across our land
Tears flowing gently
For each son or daughter
Mom or dad
Who gave a heart to Canada
Stood proud for me and you
Stepped forth to make a difference
In a world, in need, they knew
I've seen comets
I've seen meteors
But what I saw the other night
Was a glowing ball
Streak across the sky
In slow motion, in its flight
It glowed so bright, like mini moon
Its colour just the same
And then in the spirit with which it came
Turned to darkness once again
Overjoyed in what, I had seen
It was not a shooting star
It was a light that lifted high
In the brief moment of its spark
Oh lord, so many soldiers
So young and full of life
Have moved my heart
In this gentle way
As they've stood so far apart
Parted from their families
Parted from their friends
Stood so tall for who we are
Given all that could be given
Now held so close, within the hearts
Of those who miss them so
As bright, as seen, this palm Sunday's eve
Not unlike a story foretold
Of a son who gave his very all
So others would follow
Follow in a dream, a way
That a world would see a light
Of goodness spread across a world
At freedoms dawning sight
Oh Lord be near our soldier
Who also gave a life
For all to see a better world
On behalf of all of us
Lord, I dare not compare your son of life
To our warriors brave and true
I only give this humble voice
Of their efforts, the good, they do
Standing tall
Standing brave
Standing with all you shared
Within their hearts as young they were
To mold them
Brave for you
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2012
For the Families of Our Fallen This Christmas 2012
Angel's feathers falling
To remind us they're up there
Wind chimes sounding gently
To let us know the lord is near
Today is but a lull, in winter's nasty chill
One can see the storm clouds building
Circling, all around us now
We hold so close the warmth that was
To let it not escape
Yet no matter how hard we try
The warmth, it finds the gate
The chill it reaches down inside
Attaches to the spine
Sends shivers climbing through us now
Hearts are frozen held in time
For those who've lost a loved one, friend
Tis all they can endure
A hope, a wish, a prayer, t'would bring
Their loved one home again
Oh Lord their Soldier stood for all
Please warm these hearts so chilled
So they may find the warmth once shared
With this one no longer near
As they look out through the window
Let the moon and stars, shine bright
Let all about, it glisten forth
On this, this special night
Another hero gave his all
The one who led the way
For them to find a life beyond
And faith to find a day
A way to climb a staircase
To the heavens high above
To join a son, a daughter, friend
To be together once more as one
Oh lord you sent your son, our gift
To those who lend a heart
To those who've given all and more
For those life has forgot
We stand so near, so near Oh Lord
In praise, in solitude
Await a time, a time to share
A loved one entrusted unto you
Thank you Lord
Merry Christmas To All
We will Remember Them Until You Meet Again
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Conrad Burns
November 20, 2012
Hi my name is Conrad Burns i live in Sudbury, ont. Canada...i didnt know Nicola but i do know what she did for me ..my family..and grandchildren.. i just want to say she has been on my christms tree since 2006..i have her yellow ribbon and it will be there for years to come...we will remember her...as my children will also..thank you...I HOPE I MEET HER WHEN ITS TIME FOR ME TO GO HOME....
Roger Borchert
November 11, 2012
For Remembrance Day 2012
Flurries of snow across our land
A chilly wind bites at the spine
As we stand for those who stood for all
In far off distant lands
Some recall the void, the pain within
Left in hearts, in minds, in lives
Who were impacted at the loss of those
Their lives never the same again
Friends recall fond memories
Child in tears for a mom or dad
A wife recalls the horror of war
That turned her life, a living hell
A mother or father stands in thought
A loss beyond belief
Of one who was their heart their soul
Since counting tiny toes upon their feet
Fellow soldiers, comrades
Loved ones, friends
In their minds they bring them near
In special thoughts of those they've lost
While fighting over there
We as Canadians
Stand proud, respect
All those who stood for all
Sent from a nation whose open heart
Has provided a world a home
Oh lord my heart so empty
As I stand, two minutes given
Just a moment's time
For the life they gave
On behalf of all of us
I cannot be prouder Canada
I could never turn away
From those who've shared
Their loved one forth
A debt we could not repay
Stand proud, Remember, Oh Canada
For those who stand for us
For their families, friends, and comrades too
For they gave for me and you
We are focused on the flower
Began in fields so far away
An image to be remembered now
On each Remembrance Day
We Who Remember Them
Are forever in their debt
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, AB
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2011
For the Families of Our Fallen, This Christmas 2011
The wind is howling at my doorstep
This eve of Christmas Eve
The trees are bending low its clear
As Christmas day draws near
As I decked the tree this Christmas
I thought of those so brave
Of those who've lost a loved one
Who stepped forth for me and gave
They gave their all for Canada
A gift beyond compare
They stood a world away in time
Where few would tread or dare
So many loved ones share in tears
In thoughts they've left behind
Hugs once held so warm and close
A smile within a mind
The TREE has become so special now
For it holds a life time past
Its sparkling lights a memory's glow
Of a hero once held so near
As garland wrapped the tree in smiles
Those smiles of yesteryears
Those smiles held upon as face
Forever now held near
Each piece of tinsel a frozen tear
Shed at a time of loss
And now reflecting the reason why
For this hero was dearly loved
A true angel tops this Christmas tree
For is seen when looking high
As a loved one lifts their faces near
And a prayer races from a heart
A wish that they were standing near
A wish for laughter's sound
A warmth a hug once use to bring
Remains a memory oh so close
Oh Canada, our heroes gave
Their loved ones hold our hearts
Lord please reach out and hold them close
Please be so near this season forth
By: Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, Our Prayers
Wishing You All A Wonderful Christmas
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Stoppler Family
November 8, 2011
As November 11, 2011 approaches our family remembers the fallen family and friends who have given everything for all of us...Nichola, we think of your family and wish them peace...we want them to know that we will never forget.
Troy Nicholis Graham
May 21, 2011
You not only gave your life for Canada's freedom, but America's freedom as well. For this, I say thank you. Troy Nicholis Graham, United States Navy - Veteran
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2010
For the Families, loved ones, friends of or Fallen This Christmas 2010
Looking back, on childhood’s days
When wonder set the sails
And all imagined could come to life
Within thoughts, dreams as they played
When Santa rode a sleigh one eve
In every coming year
And magic taught sweet dreams to fly
To rooftops every where
Now sitting wishing Christmas Eve
Looking off into the night
Pleading for a shooting star
Enhance this wish with all their might
A wish for just a Christmas hug
From a soldier no longer here
No longer in our earthly world
Held close now, within near
The hearts of those who’ve felt such pain
At the loss of a hero’s life
A hero who stepped forth for all
Bring this hero close this night
As tears once more roll down a cheek
Another endless, sleepless night
Let our Lord brush close a warming hug
Of your loved one, bring them near
A gentle breeze, fond memories’ bring
To hold them ever dear
Wishing the magic of Christmas could bring the smiles, the hugs and the warmth of your loved one, into your home for Christmas. Ever in our hearts and always remembered. May our Lord bless you this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Roger Borchert
November 2, 2010
Thinking of all those who have given so much; those who have paid the Ultimate Sacrifice, our Veterans, our serving soldiers, their families, loved ones and friends at this special time of Remembrance, 2010. We Do Remember.
They crawled on their bellies slowly
In the dirt, the dust, the slime,
Ran onto beaches, lived in fear, a moment out of time.
A time that changed a world in need
A time that set apart
Times that held a world so close, near and dear to every heart
The gas they sent, it took its toll
Many others held that ground
And challenged over and over again
Until freedom’s world was found
Liberated nations cheered delight
A world was aimed anew
But for so many who had lost a life
The tears fell hard and true
They stepped forth for their Nation
They stepped forth for a world to be
They stepped forth to chase the evil back
Keep their families safe and free
Through life times of years gone by
Up to this present day
A brethren strong with so much might
Stepped forth for you and me
We owe so much to those who’ve walked
In fear yet oh so strong
So brave in every step they took
So many now are gone
They have challenged life itself each day
And stood for what was right
They did it with their heart and soul
And stood with all their might
Lord love the souls of these so brave
And cherish duty’s call
For they gave all for a better world
On behalf of one and all.
At this time of Remembrance
Into our hearts we welcome those
Who have walked this solemn journey forth
For those who needed a friend along
We recall their families, loved ones, friends,
For so many have paid the price
Of freedom, or for a world in peace
Or to fight terror in another place
Oh Lord we hold their honour high
Our tears have washed the path
For those who take their torch to stand
As to them the torch is passed
Forever near we promise
We will honour these hearts so brave
And stand nearby their families, friends
For the sacrifice they gave
By Roger Borchert,
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
Thank You. The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
April 3, 2010
As I focus this Easter Sunday
My heart goes out to you
For a Chair is sitting empty
For a Hero Brave and True
Who gave a life for Canada
And a world we should become
A better world for all to share
A better world for everyone
They had raised their eyes in honour
To the Flag that flew above
They had sung its anthem strongly
In their hearts so full of love
It began for them in childhood
And sang out for years to come
At the vision of the Flag above
Onto which their hearts had clung
This special group, a brotherhood
That stepped forth to a country’s call
For them the Flag was calling
Could not turn away this love
For them it was the strongest call
The path that led the way
For they had held it steadfast near
Flying high above each day
And then one sad, so tragic day
The leaf flew from the sky
To wrap and hold them tightly bound
In return for all their love
It warmed their weary bodies
Clung closer to their hearts
And to hearts that shared the pain, their loss
At such a tremendous cost
Wrapped within the hug that flew above
Love’s vision, all their lives
Now carried forth in a country’s love
For their loving sacrifice
By Roger Borchert
They Will Be Remembered
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2009
To the Families of Our Fallen. Thinking of you this Christmas
The tears that fall to a winter’s sky
A loved one looks off into the night
For Christmas Eve is a lonely time
When a loved one is not held tight
We know they would have been here
For their families, for their friends
If they had not given our world the gift
In their service to all mankind
They stepped forth to change a world so wrong
Lift a country from it’s past
To provide a future for those in need
A future to go forth and last
But someone stole this life so strong
The beauty of a thought
Of stepping forth, to stand protect
And the goodness it could have brought
Please fill this void, warm this broken heart
Who looks out upon this eve
Troubled in a thought, a loss
Of someone now so close to thee
Oh lord please place a gentle thought
A memory of a time
When joy would fill this household warm
And keep it there at Christmas time
Let this family know we care so much
They should not be alone
Please help our thoughts be passed along
To warm those within this home
For Christmas is a time to know
That the coming of this child
Provides for all across our earth
To be reunited with that smile
The one that used to hold a hand
Or hold us in a hug
The one for whom we shed these tears
On this cold and lonely night
Please hold them close on Christmas morn
Celebrate the birthday of this child
Who came to bring salvation forth
To reunite them in awhile
By Roger Borchert
We pray oh Lord you stand near this Christmas to warm, to hold these families tight and mend these hearts so torn. Wishing you all the best this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Jim Taylor
November 22, 2009
Thank you for your service to Canada and to humanity.
Only those who have served and those that are now serving can truly understand why soldiers and police officers put their lives on the line for their fellow man.
And only those who have lost a loved one in that service can understand the pain and sorrow of such a devastating loss.
A special place in Heaven for you honored soldier, and a special prayer of comfort for those you love.
The Chiarello Family
November 11, 2009
Praying for peace and comfort for Nichola's family and loved ones this Remembrance Day with pride and admiration of her bravery and selfless sacrifice.
Roger Borchert
November 7, 2009
In Respect of our Military Families, Our Fallen, and Wounded on Remembrance Day
For what we take for granted
So many have died for
So many lives so vastly changed
At the dreadful cost of war
There is the good; there is the bad
A liberated nation cheers
Left in dread for those young souls lost
Devastated a world back home
Efforts to protect a peace
That no one thought was near
Laying lives upon the line
Visions at times so unclear
Lives touched by fear or lived in dread
Of wounded coming home
Of crosses lined in many rows
From a trip down a heroes road
I have been sitting on the bank
Of a river flowing by
Flowing heavy with the flood of tears
From their family’s eyes
For on this day of remembrance
Their thoughts, their dreams, their prayers
Are focused on a loved one lost
Leaving them in such despair
My heart it wants to reach out
Let them know I can’t forget
The gift they’ve laid for their fellow man
Tis the greatest gift to give
So humbled in a moment’s thought
So treasured was the step
That they took forth at their country’s call
Let it never be forgot
We measure freedom lightly now
For we’ve grown so familiar with
But if not for those who took this step
And gave this precious gift
Would we take it so very lightly
Would we have the chance to vent
About all that annoys and bothers us
Without retribution for what we’ve said
So thankful they stood so proudly for
All that we hold so dear
All that makes us Canada
For me it’s oh so clear
For some others they just don’t get it
They think so little of
What has been placed in front of them
At the cost of someone’s love
If I could send forth a message
Place it in a bottle, float it by
I’d provide a note of how much I care
For those whose tears are flowing by
If I could walk along this shore
Such a warming hug I’d give
To those who’ve lost a loved one
So we can live the way we live
By Roger Borchert
So Many gave so much so we could be who we are. So Proud to be Canadian
We will Remember Them
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Doreen (Robilard) Ringrose
April 25, 2009
I remember Nichola as fun, funny and very creative girl...i went to school with Nichola when she lived in Black Lake Sask in the early 80's. she use to make me laugh when ever she tried to speak Dene...but it didn't take long for her to learn Dene and made friends.
my thoughts and prayers to the Family.
Roger Borchert
April 8, 2009
Thinking of our Canadian Fallen Soldiers due to our efforts in Afghanistan. For them, their families, friends and fellow soldiers during this Easter Season: this Poem was written with the help of one of their Mothers. For her assistance and inspiration I am so very, very grateful.
We thank you Lord for being near
And for your gifts given unto us
We thank you too for sending forth
Your son’s so gentle touch
He provides our world with caring hearts
Without which we could not love
He gives strength to those who would step forth
In a world hidden but from above
They’ve stepped beneath terrors darkened clouds
Too many whisked away
We pray Oh Lord you gather them
Provide them a new day
Please take them close, near to thee
We entrust them to your care
Let them rest awhile hold them near
And set their spirits free
May they stand proud now
Among their peers
Families, friends, and loved ones too
For in the loving Grace of an angel’s touch
We’re drawn so much closer unto you
Thank you so very much for your efforts and sacrifice towards making our world a better place.
Our tears, our hearts, our prayers
Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
December 31, 2008
For the loved ones of Canada’s Fallen Heroes
May the New Year bring
A warmth to thee
That helps to heal the heart
That mends the fracture caused within
That’s torn you apart
May it whisper in your ear at night
That love is standing near
That you will never be alone
A warmth to quell your fear
May it welcome you in mornings’ light
And be near throughout the day
Standing near to comfort you
In a needed special way
May you always know
The time will come
Together you will be
Find in the tear a memory brings
The joy it helped you see
May the lord be near throughout the year, come and help in every day, that it takes for you to overcome this tragedy life did play.
Our Hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
December 20, 2008
For the families, loved ones, and friends of Canada’s fallen soldiers: It was written this evening with thoughts of what you and your families are going through at this season and could not hold it back any longer. It is my Christmas gift to you all.
I thank you for wandering near
As you think of where I lie
You think of what I went through
And a tear wells up inside
Let not that tear
Fall for me I’m sitting watching you
For I’m not there at all no more
I’m here inside of you
I’m sitting near within your thoughts
And in your memories
I’m just the thought a gentle breeze
In a gust of memory
I’m the gentle shiver when you are near
I’m the glimmer in your eye
I’m the sparkle that a teardrop brings
When it wells up in your eye
I’m the smile a fond moment brings
I’m the warmth you held so dear
Remember that, as time goes by
And know I’m standing near
As you look upon the Christmas tree
Shinning at this time of year
Know the Lord sent his only son
So that I could be standing near
May our Lord be near you all.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all during this so difficult time of year. Please know that it comes complete with the glisten of tears held within the eyes of it’s, author Roger Borchert. Thank you so very much for the efforts of your loved one towards making our world a better place
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
November 5, 2008
In Respect and Remembrance of Our Fallen Warriors, their Mothers, Fathers, Wives, Children, Grandparents, Loved Ones, Friends, Fellow Troops, and all those Canadians whose hearts and tears lay at your side; I submit:
There are no words that I can place here in this registry that could ever justify or explain the loss of your loved one, friend, or fellow soldier. Please know that my family and I cannot stand idly by, without taking a moment, to express how much our hearts go out to you. There is no greater gift towards the future of our country, our world, our humanity, than the efforts and sacrifices made by our Canadian forces towards making our world a better place. Whatever the politics of the day, whatever the leadership of the moment, our selfless warriors have stepped forth to deploy to meet the needs of our changing world, with honour and an integrity that is unrivalled. We as Canadians truly bow and honour your efforts and sacrifice.
We have fallen on fields of battle
In lands so far from home
We have marched to war in honour
For those who’ve felt alone
We have defended those who couldn’t
And stood between the lines
Of two opposing armies
In this new world in our time
We have stood for those who cannot
For those who are oppressed
Standing shoulder to shoulder
To help others do their best
We have held our line with honour
Fury held at bay
Rebuilding a broken nation
To allow all to have a say
Our sons and daughters moms and dads
Stepped forth to make it so
A gift given for a better world
Such a precious gift you know
Our youth in pride have stepped forth
Do this job as best they can
Lay their life upon the line
Each true Canadians
They will not be forgotten
We can never turn away
They have taught the price of giving
In such an honoured way
For where would our world be then
If we just stood by and watched
Could we look ourselves in the eye
And say it wasn’t lost
Our tears. Our thanks. Our prayers.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
September 28, 2008
With a heavy heart stepping forth
Please forgive me when I say
That I let you down in the past
In not a little way
I did not write to let you know
Just how much I cared
For the sacrifice you’ve given
For so many in despair
You stepped forth and joined our forces
Laid your life upon the line
To bring about a safer world
A new world in our time
Fellow soldiers friends and families
And those you held so dear
Still think of you most everyday
For us others it’s not so clear
We must slow down and take the time
Understand how great the cost
For if not placed in front of us
Can we comprehend the loss
Sometimes we’re just so very shy
Or we don’t know what to say
Or do not want to interfere
Or seem superficial in any way
I can no longer withhold my thoughts
I have to pass them on
For it breaks my heart just thinking of
All those left to carry on
Please know that you are in my prayers
Will be there for years to come
Know that you are in my thoughts
For the efforts you have done
Oh yes there is that special day
To remember not to forget
Those who’ve paid the greatest price
We can never repay this debt
Captain Nichola Goddard we knew you not, but our prayers reach out for you, your loved ones, friends, and fellow soldiers. We do, so dearly, thank you and your loved ones for your efforts towards making our world a better place.
The Borchert Family Slave Lake Alberta
Eileen Tay
September 20, 2008
~{Rest In Peace}~
Eryn Stanley
November 8, 2007
To the Goddard family.
My name is Eryn Stanley, I am in grade 10 and I go to Port Dover Composite School in Ontario.
First off, I would like to say how very sorry I am for your loss. My Grade 10 Drama class is doing a Remembrance Day Presentation, and each student recieved a name representing each Canadian soldier killed in the war. I recieved the name of a female soldier,Nichola Goddard. It truly is an honor being able to represent such a brave woman, and soldier, knowing she lived and died for this wonderful country.
-Yours Truly, Eryn
xo
Leah Friesen
March 27, 2007
To Nichola's family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Nichola was a wonderful person who set a great example, both at RMC and in the field. The HMC Ship OTTAWA just returned from the Persian Gulf. While we were in theatre, her friends and classmates on board thought a lot about Nichola and read her articles in the Veritas magazine. She will be greatly missed.
Murray Pound
February 2, 2007
Dear Goddard Family
We are honoured to announce that a new street in the Town of Carstairs Alberta will be named for Nichola. Goddard Gate will stand among names of other great Canadians in our small community. In this way our family will ensure that all will never forget.
Martina Ferguson & Family
January 29, 2007
to those who died,
we remember;
to those who survived,
we hear you;
to future generations,
let us never forget.
MCpl Renay Groves
January 24, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
A.K. Rashid
December 17, 2006
The last hope,
the last smile
(Dedicated to Capt. Nichola Goddard)
by : A.K. Rashid
When she reached there,
There, under that dry sunshine
There, to the city which was like
“Troy” after the Great War;
After the death of thousand and thousand……
She smiled,
She smiled and told her friend:
The sky is like the sky of shilo,
The sunshine is like the sunshine of Edmonton,
I like the sunshine,
I like the sunshine
The sunshine of Kandahar…
When she reached there,
She heard the laughter of children
The children who had lost their dearest one
The laughter of a girl,
named mina …
Who never saw her father
Who is a stranger with the word “mother”
Yes, the lovely name of mother
On the first day when she saw her ,
her lovely kandari look,
She was thinking for her,
For her future,
Every night when she remembered “Mina”
She used to cry
She use to cry until late at nights
Under the bright moon light,
Under the warm weather of kandahar
for her needy face and needy eyes
For her future….
Three days ago,
When she saw her
She kissed her and told her:
When I go to Canada,
The nice county of mine,
Which is full of flowers
Full of lights,
I will take you along with me,
you are not alone.
I am your mother,
I am your father
I am your brother
I am your lovely sister,
Like your big sister “feroza”
I will take you along with myself…
we will be together,
Together forever…
Last night,
Last night, before the moon rose
Mina was waiting for “nicho-la”
The lovely name of
her “mother, father, sister and …”
To hear from…
To see her smile …
Suddenly she heard a voice,
A voice of crying,
She looked around...
But didn’t see anyone
And could only hear the echos:
“We will be together
Together forever
Forever….”
Mina heard a voice
yes, a voice of crying
In the dark nights of kandahar
Dark like the devil,
devil, the ruler of the night.
she saw an angel,
angel of smile,
like the smile of ‘nichola’
who told her
“im your mother”
im your mother
we will be together,
together ,forever…
and the angel was crying
yes crying…
and she give a message to mina
…..the last message
in a deep sorrow:
your nicho
your nicho joined the stars.
when you are watching the stars
over the sky of kandahar
remember her
remember her smile,
yes remember her
and her lovely smile.
….and the angel was still crying!
crying , and crying …
in the dark night of Kandahar
and mina lost her last hope
and her last smile ….
*********************************
Prof. A.K .Rashid (former Prof of Kabul university)
Edmonton (AB)
tel ; (780) 443 2347
kaitlyn horvath
November 8, 2006
dear goddard family,
i am sorry about your loss. i have just learned about nichola, and i will be thinking about her on rememberance day. you should be very proud.
Alexandra
November 5, 2006
All of us here in Shilo are thinking of Nichola this Rememberance Day. We miss her every day. We will never forget her.
Carol Goddard
November 3, 2006
As a mother of a fellow solider in Afganistan my heart goes out to you and yours. Plz know that our children are exemplentary human beings. Nichola will not be forgotten......
Roni
August 20, 2006
Please accept our condolences. We are all together in the war of the free world against terrorism.
MCpl & Cpl(Retd) Verrall
August 3, 2006
Capt Goddard's sacrifice is so humbling that it can be hard to find the words that convey how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Please know that she will never be forgotten.
Kevin, Rachel & Mathew Lambert
August 3, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of our fallen soldier. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerest regards,
Jean Ryan
July 18, 2006
To the family and friends of Captain Nicola Goddard. May the memories you have of your loved one remain forever fresh and her legacy of love and laugther comfort you. I am eternally grateful to be able to live in a free world. It is indeed true that "freedom is not free".
My condolences and prayers are with you.
Eric Galang
July 9, 2006
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of Capt. Nichola Goddard...though i don't know you personally i really admire your brave heart and love of the country...You will always ramain in our hearts...Our prayers goes to you...Our hero
Stand Easy
July 4, 2006
Thank you Capt.
Stacey Loyst
July 4, 2006
I would like to take the time to express my sincerest sympathy to Nichola's family and friends, and to emphasize her impact on many people. As a friend to members of my family, I have great pride in knowing she has made an impact in their lives. Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing Nichola personally, she remains an extremely large role model for women striving to make a difference in the world. Nichola achieved just that, and she will forever be remembered and remain in my heart.
RIP Capt. Nichola Goddard
Ashok De
June 29, 2006
With hands to-gather I bow my head in front of you, Captain, for your Supreme Scarfice for CANADA.
John A Carter
June 24, 2006
Goddard family
I never had the chance to meet Nichola Goddard but i wish i had. I realy feel for your loss and thank you for Nichola Goddard work and decation to helping others.
M C Carruthers CD (Capt Ret)
June 19, 2006
Don't be sad the she is gone ... be happy she was here ...
Sevetitium Nulli Secundus
Greg & Bonnie Costall, parents of Private Robert Costall
June 19, 2006
To the parents of Nichola,
Our thoughts are with you and know that words cannot ease the pain. We found comfort in the fact that the whole country grieved with us. Your daughter had a beautiful smile as did my son which I think was a indication of how much they loved their job. The grieving goes on as we miss a link in the family chain and we pray that you will find peace in your memories. Please feel free to email me anytime if you would like to talk.
Duncan and Nikki Netzel
June 15, 2006
To The Gofard family
There is no grater sacrifice a soldier can make for Canada and the world
Duncan &nikki Netzel
June 15, 2006
To The Gofard family
There is no grater sacrifice a soldier can make for Canada and the world
Rose & Chris Colannino
June 15, 2006
Our sincere and deepest sympathies reach out to Capt. Nichola Goddard's husband, family and friends.
We as Canadians in Montreal share your loss and may it be a reminder of all the incredible sacrifices our soldiers make to ensure our freedom.
Capt. Goddard will long be remembered for her strength, courage and determination.
May she rest in peace and may God watch over her family and help them though this terrible loss.
Tyson Shner
June 13, 2006
Thank You Nichola.
June 12, 2006
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Terry Togumagoma
June 11, 2006
I cannot be prouder of a great citizen, Nichola Goddard, who fell in the service of her country and for justice to prevail in these tumultous world. I watched Nichola grow up as a child in the Trobriand Islands as her parents pioneered as teachers at our new Kiriwina High School. I lived the military path too and I understand the sacrifices the men and women make for the sake of peace. To the family of Nichola, no words will bring consolation to your loss but my prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. You can stand proud that Nichola has been a fine, outstanding and exemplary officer who will be blessed for eternity. May her soul rest in peace!
Jean Gardener
June 11, 2006
How sad to loose your daughter. Please accept my deepest sympathies. My heart cries along with yours.
As an ex military wife, I also feel great pride in your daughter's sacrifice.
Harvey & Gloria Klein
June 9, 2006
We cried to hear the news of our fallen soldier, Capt. Nichola Goddard and our hearts go out to her husband, parents, and family. As parents of a soldier (Capt. Rhonda Button) who also has passed on to her eternal reward, due to cancer; we feel their grief. Our daughter was a friend to Nichola and they (Jason & Nichola) had attended our daughter's funeral last Aug.21/05. Our sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to them; we will cherish our memories and smile knowing our daughters are rejoicing in heaven's beauty, together.
George Bacon
June 9, 2006
My thoughts are with you in this time of both sorrow and pride. Her name will be recorded in the canon of freedom's heroes.
An American Vietnam Vet
Patricia Pohlen
June 9, 2006
My heart and sympathy go out to the loved ones of Captain Nichola Goddard. She has made the ultimate sacrifice for her country and indeed for people all over the world. She will be remembered and her memory will be kept alive by many. God Bless!
Dale Rudd
June 9, 2006
Thank you for your very dignified example through this personal and national loss. It was so moving to watch the ceremonies that expressed Nichola as a wonderful person, and role model as a soldier.
Klaus Pohlen
June 9, 2006
To the parents and the family of Capt. Nichola Goddard:
No bond is as great as that between a parent and a child. Words can barely comfort you. But please be assured that very many German people are with you in these difficult days.
Nichola will find a special place in heaven.
My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
God bless.
Ash,Madhu,Amisha,Amish,Bob Morjaria
June 8, 2006
May God give the family lots of strength in this difficult time - No bond is great as that between a parent and child - our thoughts and prayers are with you - Nichola will always be remembered with respect and pride for her family and country. May her soul rest in peace.
JAIRO INFANTE
June 8, 2006
We are very proud of Capt. Nichola Goddard. She is a real canadian hero. Your memory will be a light in our lives, particularly for our children.
Madeline davis
June 8, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to the family of CAPT. NICHOLA GODDARD.MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH OUR HEAVENLY FATHER FOR ETERNITY.
Brenda and Bruce McKinlay
June 7, 2006
Our sincerest condolences to your family Nichola, how sad we are for their loss of you. We thank you for the incredible sacrifice you made for all of us and for so many others, we can not thank you and your fellow soldiers enough for all you do for our country. God bless you Nichola and may you rest in peace with him forever.
Anne Tate
June 7, 2006
My sincerest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Nichola. As the daughtern of a career solider and a granddaughter of a soldier who served in the First and Second World Wars, I fully understand the commitment and pride that soldiers feel when serving their country. God Bless you Nichola and God speed.
Wendy and Brian DeCorte
June 7, 2006
Our deepest condolences to all of Nichola's family and friends who have lost such a remarkable young woman.
Nichola gave the ultimate sacrifice for her country and for that we are so very grateful and eternally indebted.
samantha larrett
June 7, 2006
im very proud yet sad that nichola died. im very greatful that she was trying to save many peoples lifes including mine and my friends. thank you nichola and your family misses you
Molly and Rev. Ken Ayotte
June 6, 2006
My family and I will be eternally grateful for what Nichola has done for not only our country, but for each and every one of us. Heaven is now a better place.
joan paynter
June 5, 2006
I too served in the military and what Nichola died for was our freedom. She deserves full honours, may you have solace in knowing your daughter was a hero to all of us!
Kate MacEachern (Pte)
June 4, 2006
As I sit here writing this, I wonder how to come up with the right words. I went to the Regional with Nichola, in a way I guess we walked the same path. I too went down the Military path. I am as she was, combat arms, and female. The only thing I can hope for is that some day, I will be half the soldier that Nichola was. God bless you all, and may her memory rest in eternal peace.
Richard (Rick) Kaigle
June 4, 2006
Just a soldier who had the privilege of enjoying a few cups of coffee with Cpt. Goddard and her crew while on duty in Sangin, Afghanistan. Our world has lost a "gem". Her smile, caring attitude, professionalism, and cordiality will always be a part of my life. The "old guy behind the connexes".
Shawna Richard
June 2, 2006
Dear Goddard Family
I had gone to school with your daughter and she was a very special person. I remember going to school with her in Antigonish and laughing with Nichola because we shared the same "desk" in a lot of classes. She was loved by anyone that encountered her and her laugh always brought a smile to me. She always had something to say either to voice an opinion or just to get a laugh from someone. I was one of the luckey that knew your daugther and I will always remember the days that use to feel so far away but know they feel like yesterday. I am glad I am among the lucky and proud to know Capt. Nichola Goddard.
William Tanguay
June 1, 2006
Capt. Goddard, I would put on your gravestone: I AM MY BROTHERS' KEEPER
Rodney Togumagoma
June 1, 2006
The pioneering and other former students of Kiriwina High School, Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea send their sincere condolences to Mr. & Mrs. Goddard and the husband of late Capt. Nichola Goddard at the loss of their daughter and wife. We share your grief and bereavement at this time of loss to your family.
We hope that your trip to join us for the 25th Anniversary celebrations for our high school will help console your sorrows.
Interim Chair of KHS Alumni
Port Moresby
Papua New Guinea
Jen and Kevin(S/Lt) Hastey
May 31, 2006
Dear Jay, and Nich's parents and sisters,
I feel I am late entering this, I left for HLTA in Spain the day before, and didn't hear english news until this past Sunday night on the plane. It is still a shock. I have no words to express myself, but many great memories. Nich was an amazing woman and a wonderful friend. I miss her greatly, and was thinking of her only a few days before I heard the news. She was a great support to me when I needed it, and could(along with Jay) always cheer me up. Thank you Nich.
Sally
May 31, 2006
Your family and Nichola have made such a sacrifice, I hope you will not mind if I honor her in a small way by maintaining the guest book for you. All our beautiful children ... and she was fair among them.
cathy france-macdonald
May 31, 2006
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE FAMILY...
SHE DIED A HERO AND SERVED HER COUNTRY WITH HONOR...
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER..
SOME GAVE ALL
ALL GAVE SOME....ALWAYS REMEMBER
THAT ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG...
Carolyn Aikens
May 30, 2006
For Tim, Sally, Kate, and Tory:
I extend my deepest sympathies. My memories of Nichola have faded over the years, but one remains above all; a strong willed, unique and highly intelligent young woman that always follows through in what she believes is right. Her amazing personality was something I could never forget, despite years clouding my memory. Although I know she will be sorely missed, she will always be joyously remembered as the strong person she is, even by those she only briefly touched in her life.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ralph & Pat Tanchak
May 30, 2006
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you during this very difficult time. Especially since our daughter, Larissa and Nichola were good friends, we feel the loss like she was one of our own children. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Drs. Keith & Viv Walker
May 29, 2006
Dear Tim, Sally and Family:
Our hearts go out to you as you suffer the devastating loss of your beloved Nichola. The unimaginable experienced! May the peace and comfort of family, friends and God be with you.
I recall on a number of occasions Tim's brief but confident and profoundly proud updates on Nichola's travels, her sense of adventure and calling, together with her wholehearted engagement in her work world - all seeded I am sure by a world-friendly, family of conviction and parent-like Other-orientedness.
May the best of memories of Nichola continue to give you encouragement and joy to displace the spirit of anguish, heaviness, grief and dispair in these difficult days, weeks, months... Our deepest sympathies are extended to you.
Sincerely,
Nikki Rothschiller
May 29, 2006
There is nothing that one can say to ease your pain. I just wanted to tell you that I understand. Your daughter is a true hero and will always be remembered as such. I will keep her and your family in my prayers.
President
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.
Ohio Buckeyes Chapter #26
Proud mother of:
Erik Rothschiller, US Air Force Veteran
Sgt. Paul Rothschiller, US Army, Active Duty
Murray Scharf
May 29, 2006
Tim, the Bible calls upon our children to honour their mother and father. This is not a call for subservience but a direction for the children to engage in activities and undertake actions that bring honour unto their parents as their parents. Your daughter has brought much honour: unto herself, her parents, her country and her regiment. I and Marj extend our condolescences and proffer our recognition of the pride you can take in the life lived by your daughter.
Judy and Jack Waggott
May 28, 2006
God bless Capt. Goddard. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of sorrow.
Age shall not weary her,
nor the years condemn
At the going down of the sun
and in the morning
We will remember her !
Shelley Raymond
May 28, 2006
As a military wife for 20 years I am deeply saddened when one of our brave young people is killed in the service of their country. It is more personal this time as I am a Soo native and went to Collegiate with the West girls. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow.
Brenda Weitendorf
May 28, 2006
My deepest condolences to the parents and husband of Captain Nichola Goddard. Her loss has profoundly saddened me and brought home the reality of the Campaign in Afghanistan. She was a fine young woman and soldier and one that I, a middle aged citizen, can look up to and learn from. Life is precious, but we must live our lives to reflect our beliefs. Nichola was the definition of heroine. She will not be forgotten.
Ruth MacNevin
May 28, 2006
We are praying for you in your time of loss. May the wonderful memories of Nichola help take some of the sadness from your hearts. May it also help to know that many are thinking about you and praying for you during this very difficult time. God bless you all.
Manfred Kossakowski &
Ruth MacNevin Saskatoon, SK.
J. Hodgins
May 28, 2006
Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice so we may live in a better world. God speed.
Gus Owens
May 28, 2006
With Deepest Condolences and Sincere Appreciation.
Angie Dressler
May 28, 2006
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers go out to you as you grieve Nichola's passing. She was a very couragous woman and you must be extremely proud. As a parent who has lost a child, I feel I understand the depth of your sorrow and grief. Her memory will live on in the hearts and minds of all Canadians who are so very grateful the she willingly made the supreme sacrifice while protecting her country..May God Bless you all and bring you comfort in the difficult times ahead.
catherine K
May 27, 2006
May God bless you and keep you...may he make his face to shine down upon you ........and may he give you peace. The loss is only in forgetfulness....she will live forever in the hearts and souls of those who love her.....I thank her for her sacrifice.
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