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John M.
May 23, 2025
I still remember the first time he came into my office to become a United States Marine. I saw the dedication, drive and commitment so rarely seen in a young man his age. The personal hurdles he overcame to reach his goals was commendable. I also remember that morning when I got the call to tell me he had passed away. His family will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Cpl. Matthew DePedro, fellow brother
August 4, 2024
I am a U.S. Marine. While my time active, was LONG before your son (1992-1996) I had a memorial dog tag made in his honor, as he's my brother, and SHOULD NEVER BE FORGOTTEN... I wanted to extend my condolences, and let you know, HE IS NOT FORGOTTEN, and his memory is kept alive with me. Attached is a photo of the tag, and I can't begin to understand your family's sacrifice. God bless you, America, and the United States Marine Corps.
Joe
August 9, 2023
I never forget Lcpl. Lara. I always remember what you sacrificed. Thank you
Sue Miller
September 30, 2015
To Brandon's family. You may not know this, but TSA names their K9's after the victims of 9/11 and all military victims. I have a male dog named Zaccoli after Joe Zaccoli who died in one of the towers.
My female is named Lara after Brandon.
It's an honor to have these pups with such honorable names.
Z is 5 and Lara is 4. They didn't make the TSA programs so we got to adopt them. They live a very happy and secure life with my family.
Prayers to all of you.
Sue Miler.
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Carlos Medina
May 22, 2015
My brother, your memorys brings me joy to this day. I can honestly say that you were a true friend even though fate separated us with different units you wasted no time reconnecting after our first deployments. Until we meet again Brother. Thankyou for your giving all, my family will know your name and memory.
April 29, 2015
Cousin ,
i miss you everyday not a day goes passed where i don't think about you. I still remeber when you were my Valentines an you got me chocolates an flowers. You were the best cousin i could ever have. I love an miss you.
Sgt. Higinio Reyes
July 20, 2014
Brother,
It's been five years since that tragic day, were God called upon you to guard "Havens Gates". Every day that goes by it still seems like yesterday. I know that your still looking out for all of us, from up above. Words can explain how grateful, I am for have served with you by my side and watching my six. I miss you tons and we shall one day met again.
Semper Fi, Brother
Sgt. Higinio Reyes
Gina Russo
July 9, 2014
Thinking of you. Rest In Peace.
William/ Isaac/ Angela Acosta Fam/Galindo fam
June 1, 2014
R.I.P May The Lord continue to heal your families heart.
July 22, 2013
Brandon,
It has been 4 years since you left us and I miss you more now than ever. Time does not heal all wounds and for me it only gets harder. I miss holding you, laughing with you, and just being able to look at your handsome face. You have always and will forever be my Angel. I miss you terribly and continue loving you a rings worth. Love, Mom
Debra Elswick
July 19, 2013
My son spoke of "the boy from Texas" I never knew his name or what happened until my son Cpl Jordie Kidd passed on 8/23/2011. Jordie served in Iraq and was there the day Brandon passed. Sgt Curtis Evans told me who Brandon was and what happened. Jordie suffered from PTSD, depression, and several other DX's. Some wounds you can't see. I just want the family of Brandon Lara to know that Jordie loved your son and never forgot him. God Bless
January 15, 2013
Thinking about you is one of the most difficult things to do. I can't help but cry when I think about how my brother got taken away from me. I love you so much and I wish you were here here with me right now. You were the most amazing person I had ever met and I don't think there was anyone who didn't love you from the time they met you. I miss you Brandon.
Gregory Owens, Sr
July 2, 2012
Ms Martin
Sorry for the lost of you percious Marine
Cpl Bandron Lara. We lost our son Sgt Gregory Owens, Jr. on 20 Jul 2009 Operation Enduring Freedom. Our family and your have a little connection, we are one of the four Amry families that were in Dover when our sons arrived back in the USA. God Bless you and your family. The Owens Family
June 15, 2012
The Army has Rangers, the Navy has Seals. The Marines don't have Special Forces.... The Marines are Special Forces.
Gina Russo
March 7, 2012
Brandon, I was looking through my High School yearbook last night. 'I love you like a sister...,' you wrote. I started to reminisce. I looked you up and found your not with us anymore. How very sad I was and feel bad I didn't know you more, but I am glad I got to know you. What an awesome person. Love you
Mark Humphries
December 15, 2011
Brandon,
I want to thank you deeply for watching my back in the days before your death. I also enjoyed very much talking about our native "Texas" at length. I think of you often and of those talks. Since I am back in Texas next time I go to the New Branfels area I plan on visiting with some of your family. Gone but not forgotten. You are truly missed. Semper Fi Devildog!
Mark Humphries
US Dept of State
Sr Advisor Rule of Law
Stormi McCandless
September 7, 2011
Brandon,
I'm sitting here in ISS thinking about you. Knowing that alive or dead you would want me doing the right thing. Clearly I have not succeeding that mission for the simple fact that I am in ISS. I don't know what made me think about you, but somehow it just kinda happened. Silent tears are falling from my eyes in hopes that no one will notice that I am crying. I miss my brother, &&even though I hadn't spoken to you in awhile I still loved you. I never stopped thinking about you or about how you were probably the best brother in the world but I couldn't see it. You are truly my hero. I couldn't have asked for a better role model in my life than my own brother. Semper Fi, &&I love you.
Your little sister,
Stormi Cai
Wendy Meyers
July 20, 2011
Im so sorry for your lose. My son was in your sons unit. He grieves everyday for you and your family. God be with you and your family always. We think about you often.
Sgt John Negron
July 20, 2011
I miss you and love you Brandon. The first day we met, you were standing at parade rest calling me Corporal. The last day we saw each other we were drinking beers and you were calling me John John. You were truthfully like a little brother to me. It was an honor and a privilege to serve with you, it was an honor and a privilege to have you in my squad, but most of all it was an honor and a privilege to know that you were part of my life and a part of my family. From working out to acting a fool on the speed bag we were always buddies. The day I was BN OOD (Battalion Officer of the Day) you joined our fellow brothers at Heavens gate. I was the 2nd person to touch and see your casualty report, I couldn't believe my eyes. I, for the first time in my life was in shock. I couldn't believe my little hard charger was gone. That crushed me big time Brandon... I will never forget that day and I will never forget you... I love you little bro...
morgan andrade
July 19, 2011
brandon, not a day goes by that i don't think of you. i can't believe it's been 2 years and i still don't get why you had to go. I'm glad i had the chance to know you and be with you. you will always be in my heart and never ever forgotten. i will always love you. love bbkf
Jesus orozco
July 19, 2011
whats up man...today i sent tori some of the pics shes never seen of u and all the guys im sure she loved it keep us safe i love u and miss u see u soon brotha!!!
Evan
July 19, 2011
Its been two years bro and I remember everything like it happened today. You did everything you said you were going to and went out like a warrior exactly like you said. I miss you man I can only hope to see you again one day. RIP bro gone but never forgotten Semper Fi.
Peggy Childers
July 19, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Brandon T. Lara:
Please accept my remembrance of Brandon on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
chris squassi
May 6, 2011
Brandon will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
Charles Venable
March 23, 2011
even though we were on different teams we are still brothers and i will never forget you. u will live on.
LCpl Samuel Farmer
March 4, 2011
Thanks brother, for setting the example of core values. Semper Fi Marine
Stormi McCandless
March 3, 2011
Dear Brandon,
I miss you so much. You were honestly the best brother I could have ever asked for. I miss how protective you were and all the memories I have of you. You make every day a little bit better just by thinking about you.
I love you.
Chris Hagan
October 29, 2010
Hey Brotha we miss you. never forgotten. 1st plt for life
Peggy Childers
July 19, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Brandon T. Lara:
Remembering Brandon on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Elizabeth Raab
June 29, 2010
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Matt O'Day
June 19, 2010
To Brandon an Family,
Every year we dedicate our fallen heroes on a motorcycle rally. Its called the Freedom Run of Illinois. There's over 5,000 bikers that attend. When you sign in they give you a dog tag with a name of a fallen hero. I think you know where this is going now. I was given your sons tag. Mareiles, IL is the end of the rally it is also where the Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial is. www.ilfreedomrun.org I was able to find Brandon's named inscribed in the marble an took pics. I have attached them to this entry. I was hoping that someone can contact his family so I can share all the pics and more information about the rally. I am also a former Marine so it was very fitting to receive his tag. Semper Fi Devil Dog..R.I.P Brother
Matt
pls give his family my email so they are able to contact me [email protected]
Brandon M
June 11, 2010
Brandon, I was part of the team that responded to the QRF call that day. I remember the days we chatted discussing paintballing and you trying to explain to me the funs of dirt biking. You were a great friend and an even better brother. RIP my brother and I hope you soul finds peace in the unforgiving sands of iraq. I will never forget that day. You will forever be remembered as you lay on my right shoulder via tattoo for you and any other fallen comrades.
best bros 4 life
moises garcia
April 2, 2010
Its on me not to forget the memories of the time we spend together and how u touch so many lifes. Theres not a day I don’t think of u brother n the sacrifice u made for this country. My son still remembers you cause u were the one that gave him a few lessons on how to fight. The truck still have some funky smell u left behind but I aint mad at you one day will meet again now u guard the gates in heaven with the rest of our fallen brothers just holla at me and show me around when I get up there,Go toe to toe when it's time for roll you got a brother's back I miss you Bro
destyne martinez
March 31, 2010
brandon T Lara
i you are my hero i am in JROTC and i an learning about you and everything that you did for our country and i will be making this thing for your family and you are my hero and im sad about all you been trough and the way you died young your family will be here in your heart everyday n night I Will pray for you everynight and when i grow up i wanna be just like you Thank you Brandon T. Lsra
Betty Nielsen
December 11, 2009
To the family of Brandon our sympathy and prayers go to you. Heroes and their families should never be forgotten for without them we would not have the freedom we have. My name is Betty Nielsen the founder of Freedom Quilts a non profit organization that makes quilts to honor our heroes and give them to the parents of our heroes that have died. It would be the greatest honor to design and make a quilt to honor your son. I design each quilt with honor and respect to our fallen soldiers and respect for the family. I take pictures that you send and put them on the quilt along with their hobbies and sports and anything else that you wish on the quilt. The quilt is a gift from us to you it is my way of honoring this wonderful young man and his family. If you would like to contact us to receive a quilt then here is my email [email protected] and my website is www.freedomquilts.net I start this project after 9-11 and now over 8 years I have continue it for our fallen soldiers families. Again I would be more then honor to do this for you. Your son gave it his all I want to give to his family by honoring his memory in a quilt.
Donna Gillette
December 1, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Vince Lombardo
November 22, 2009
Didn't know you but picked up a Texa Monthly magazine in an airport and saw a mention of this great American. Watched a video on Youtube of the procession thru Texas and it moved me to write to your family. You have touched people far from home as I sit here in Miami, Florida wondering why as a grown man I am crying for someone I never knew. God bless you and your family.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 19, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to the Lara family and friends in the loss of Brandon. I did not know Brandon, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Brandon you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
Erika C.
November 18, 2009
Brandon, you were the best and im truly heartbroken that you were taken from us so early. Finding out that you would never come home was the worst. Im glad that i had the pleasure of meeting you and hanging out with you. Although cali was not your home, you will always have a place in my heart.
November 12, 2009
Hey Bro,
I can still remember when we were in RTC, Hanging out and going to SD. You Were a GREAT friend and i will miss you so much i am sorry that i coulndt go with you but God has different plans for us. Im sorry this is so late and that i just found out. I am still on deployment you know how it is. Well i will be praying for you and your Fam.
Semper Fi. Devil...
Pfc Medina, Carlos
Stormi Selby
November 6, 2009
Brandon,
You are my brother and you always have been. I love you so much and you have no idea how much I miss you. I feel unbelievably horrible about how you died. I cry everyday just thinking about how you were about to come home and you were going to be back for good. I love you so much and I wish I could say more. I am heart broken and I don't feel as if I will ever be happy again and I don't feel like I deserve love or hope or anything that you ever had. Love your little sister,
Stormi
October 30, 2009
Peggy Childers
October 24, 2009
To the family of Lance Cpl. Brandon T. Lara:
Brandon gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let the Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
class with brandon
Amanda creel/kimbrough
October 7, 2009
gosh,
i have so many memories and laughs with you that i'll never forget.i glad we kept in touch after you moved and it really sucks that im here in cali now, and your not. Im really proud of you and all you did, its a comfort to know that theres guys like you fighting over there for people like me.
youll always be in my thoughts
ps.happy bday
Sgt. Higinio G. Reyes J.r
October 5, 2009
Hey Brandon,
I had the honor and pleasure to have served with you.I will never forget all the blood, sweat,and tears we endured. That tragic day i was there with u till the end. You are a true HERO Brandon.
I MISS YOU BROTHER...
I know your in a better place. Looking out for your family and friends. You will be miss Brother.My u rest in peace.
SEMPER FI!!!
Devil Dog..R.I.P
Dan Branthoover
October 5, 2009
To the family of Brandon Lara, especially Tori and Stormi,
Words can never express the sorrow I have for the breaking of your hearts. My God grant you the peace to know that Brandon is truely an American Hero and someone I am honored to have met, if only a few times. I love you guys!
Christmas 2008
September 3, 2009
Forever Brothers
September 3, 2009
BRANDON T LARA
10-7-1988-7-19-2009
NEVER FORGOTTEN
Caroline Loyola
August 27, 2009
I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet you & your wonderful sister.
I want to thank you for your bravery and service to this country. You are truly a hero!
August 25, 2009
"I am the resurrection and the life. Those who beleive in me even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and beleives in me will never die." John 11:25-26
I was so blessed to have had Brandon in my life. I fell in love with this little boy the day I layed my eyes on him. Even though he was not my biological son. I loved him like my own. There was nothing I would not do for him, and he knew that!! I am going to miss everything about him. His light, his smile showing his big dimple, his attitude,his jokes!! Everything about him was awsome. He is gone, but he will never be forgotten. He lives in my heart forever. It broke my heart to lose him, but he did not go alone; for part of me went with him the day God called on him. He left me peaceful memories. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Brandon,
I will see you someday again. I wait for the day when Jesus Christ comes for his people. When we join together in the sky to meet our Lord and Savior. May God be with you till we meet again !U will forever live in my HEART !I love You & Miss you so Much!
Love,
Gloria
August 24, 2009
Hello Lara,
You never knew me, but I was there with you in the end. We all tried our best to save you, but I suppose it was not meant to be. I am sorry for the parents who will miss you. I remember everything from that day very clearly, and I will take the memory of you to my grave.
You are not forgotten, my friend.
Doc
My brother and Best friend
tori lara
August 23, 2009
Hey Bubba!
Words can not express the feelings that i feel.
some days i feel so empty and dont want to go on with life.I plea with God that he'll make me happy again and just reunit us everytime i get in the car.
Then there are days when i know your pushing me. Making it really hard because if it wasnt you know i wouldnt do it.
Im so proud of you and everything that you've done.
Im so Honored to be your sister and your legacy.
I'll never forget all our great memories and crazy times
You taught me alot of things and im thankful
i love u so much please take care of me
love, your baby sis
August 23, 2009
August 23, 2009
My brother and my best friend
August 23, 2009
Tom Carrell
August 23, 2009
Thank God for young men like L/Cpl Lara. Those that are willing to take action instead of words to fight for what they believe in. As a former Marine and parent, my heart goes out to his family. God Bless and Semper Fidelis !
Tom Carrell USMC 1985-91
Dawn Stratton
August 18, 2009
Dear Family,
You are in so many hearts right now. Countless numbers of people pray for your peace of mind. My son Evan served with Brandon and was his roommate in Iraq and will carry him in his heart forever.
Much love to you all,
Dawn Stratton
August 15, 2009
Im a civilian who worked beside Brandon in Iraq. this young man was the Marines Marine. He was a great person with an infectious smile and a great since of humor. His family has every reason to be proud of him. I am certianly proud to have called him my friend.
"Remember Wes, thats the COUNTRY OF TEXAS" RIP my friend!!
Wesley Newcomb Al Anbar, Iraq
Mark Carranza
August 14, 2009
There's nothing that can be said or done to show the amount of thanks that we all have to give. You made the ultimate sacrifice & it goes to show that freedom isn't free. You'll always be in our hearts & prayers.
August 11, 2009
To all of Brandon's family and friends:
I just wanted to say to all of you that, as an American, I do not have words to express my gratitude to Brandon, and my sorrow at your (and our) loss. Please know that MILLIONS of Americans feel the same. God bless you and all America.
Alice Cox, Fredericksburg, Texas
shannon martin
August 10, 2009
Brandon,
You are my son and my hero. You gave yourself for all of us. Living out your dream and making us all so proud. I love and miss you so much. Till we meet again. Loving you a rings worth, Mom
Mary MacElveen
August 10, 2009
To those who knew Lance Corporal Brandon T. Lara, my heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you. Try as I might, I try and keep all those who serve our country in the people's minds and hearts through Twitter.com and Facebook.com. They MUST NOT be forgotten.
Sincerely,
Mary MacElveen
Creations From The Marine Soul By CPL. Michael Acevedo, USMC, 1985-1989
Sgt. Michael Acevedo, NYPD
August 8, 2009
I was forwarded the You Tube video of Lance Corporal Lara's last ride by Captain Edward "Machete Eddie" McCourt, USMC, Retired, Vietnam. I was very very moved. To the family of this fine Marine i present a graphic commemorative that i created to honor this Marine Warrior's sacrifice. Semper Fidelis, Corporal Michael Acevedo, Korea Defense, USMC, 1985-1989
CORPORAL ACEVEDO, USMC, 1985-1989
SGT. MICHAEL ACEVEDO, NYPD
August 8, 2009
THIS MARINE, WHO WENT FORTH INTO THE FIELD OF BATTLE, ENGAGED THE ENEMY AND GAVE ALL. WE SHALL NEVER FORGET. SEMPER FIDELIS FROM A KOREA DEFENSE MARINE VETERAN, 1985-1989
Ofelia Gutierrez
August 7, 2009
My condolences to the family for losing a part of their life, a son, brother, uncle or Sweetheart. We who live as americans are forever gratefull and remember our fallen soliders.
Nick Oliver
August 6, 2009
Lara Family,
Thanks for raising a fine young man, who sacificed all for all of us.
May God smile on you now, and in the future. Brandon is now in heaven and awaits your arrival!
Roy Prater
August 6, 2009
I served the Marines in Vietnam and the loss of LCpl Lara particularly touched me. I often ask why I returned when so many have not. My most prayerful sentiments are shared for Brandon in his short life, he sacrificed so much.
Cindy McCauley
August 6, 2009
To the Lara Family:
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your brave and honorable son. Please know your son and your family will never be forgotten. Your son is a HERO.. God Bless you and God Bless your son.
With deepest sympathy,
(Mother of a Infantry Marine serving in Iraq)
Stephanie Rafoss
August 5, 2009
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
Doyle Holdridge
August 5, 2009
I know at this time words are not enough. Just wanted you to know that me and my family are forever grateful for his service to our nation. Hero is not a big enough word to describe your son. God bless your SON and the United States.
Cyd Deathe
August 5, 2009
Your hero & your family have made the ultimate sacrifice. Our family is forever grateful for the service & job that has been done in order to keep us safe in our homeland. May God wrap His loving arms around you all & hold you close throughout this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Proud Mother of wounded warrior Marine Veteran LCpl Adam S.
F Colunga
August 5, 2009
God Bless and Semper Fi Lance Cpl. Lara. Thank you for protecting myself and my family. We are forever in your debt.
August 4, 2009
My condolences and heartfelt prayers
to the family of LCpl Brandon Lara,
Marine hero.
I lost my Marine hero brother in Viet Nam in 1967 and I feel I understand
your pain.
May our Lord give you strength at this
very difficult time.
God Bless You.
Ortiz-Garcia
Crystal City, TX
Oscar Alvarez
August 4, 2009
To my brother in arms and fellow Marine. You answered the call most don't hear and stood the watch most know nothing of. My family and I thank you. Rest easy as your brothers at 3/4 know you made it home safely and honorably. "Some people live their lives wondering if they made a difference. Marines don't have that problem" - Ronald Reagan.
"Ever look on Heaven’s scenes;
They will find the streets are guarded
By United States Marines."
- verse from Marines Hymn
We will rest easy knowing you have the post on Heaven's streets.
Semper Fidelis
SSgt Oscar Alvarez
B Fodor
August 4, 2009
You are saluted, brave American son.
Palacios Family
August 4, 2009
My sincerest condolences go out to the Lara Family during this difficult time. We all mourn the loss of a brave soldier! I thank you LCPL Lara for our freedom that you protected and paid the ultimate sacrifice for. God Bless your family!
August 3, 2009
As a mother of a 23 year old daughter soldier, I offer you my my condolences, thought, prayers and love . my deepest sympathy
God Bless you and give you the strength, your son will never be forgotten.
ECLopez- San Antonio
Januario Family
August 3, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lara family. Lance CPL Lara, we thank you for your service and sacrafice.
Robin Field
August 2, 2009
As I tuck my children safely in bed at night I know I owe that priviledge to all of those that have served and ever will serve our country. To the Lara Family my deepest heart felt condolences for the ultimate sacrifice your son so bravely gave on the behalf of everyone who calls the USA their country. He is truly a hero...as are you.
Kay Smith
August 2, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Alex
August 1, 2009
As a sister of a Marine, I offer my thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Lance Corporal Brandon Lara. His heroism and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Denise Johnston
August 1, 2009
I never knew you but your death and life are not to be forgotten. I extend my heartfelt condolences to your family and friends, there are no words that can soften a loss as great as this. God bless, Denise
Lauren Harlow
July 31, 2009
My heart hurts for his family! I am an Army wife and know the giant sacrifice the military makes every day for our freedoms. What a hero! God bless him and all the other fallen heroes!
July 31, 2009
It is with a heavy heart and the utmost respect that I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of LCpl Brandon Lara Thank you for your son's sacrifice to our country. It is so hard to let go of someone that you love and caried for nine months of your life and then then grow and are gone to be there own person. God bless your family and may the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
Elena
Morgan Andrade
July 31, 2009
BABY!! I can't believe that you're gone! its too hard to accept! i need you here! i keep thinking that your gonna get on yahoo and message me. i wait every night for you to get on. i dont understand why god took you from us! it makes no sense. yea god has a reason for everything but whats the reason? you had plans too! I love you sooo much and would do anything and give up everything just to have you back! you are and always will be my hero, my best friend, and the love of my life! Rest in Peace I LOVE YOU PAPI. Love, Morgan
Patricia Gallegos-Gutierrez
July 30, 2009
I also never knew you but you are from my hometown and a hero. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. My prayers go out to your family. Your heroism will never be forgotten!
Kathi Poppert
July 30, 2009
First to Brandon, I want to thank you for the brave sacrifice you made for my freedom along with all other American's, rest a sure young soldier you shall never be forgotten. To Brandon's family, I am so sorry for your loss, I know there are no words to ease your pain, Brandon is an American Hero to us all but most important he is your family, and my heart breaks for all of you. I to lost my nephew PFC Aaron J Ward age 19 on May 6 2008, in the same place where Brandon paid the ultimate price for our country. togather in heaven they shall be and forever at peace. so Brandon you rest in peace kido. and know that America Love's you!!!!
Proud aunt of PFC Aaron J ward.
Jason Darby
July 30, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. We did not know your son but it was a honor for us to be able to take a small roll in the display of honor at Dover Air Force base for a fallen hero. On behalf of the Body Bearer section here in Washington DC, God Bless.
Poppy Reid
July 30, 2009
Brandon,
I did not expect to hear of you leaving us so soon but I know you are in good hands with our Father in Heaven. I miss you bro and I know your in a better place. Your a true hero of this great free country and I salute you with honor, love and respect. Rest in peace brother. You are missed.
Pat Soto
July 30, 2009
Brandon: Your heroism will never be forgotten. Your bravery will always be appreciated. Your courage will forever be an example to us all. Your sacrifice has brought tears to every American. We will be indebted to you forever. Thank you so very much.
Charles Reger
July 29, 2009
I never knew you, or your family. All we had in common is our beloved home, New Braunfels Texas. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice that I and my family can live in freedom in this place we love. We are forever indebted to you.
WOODY
July 29, 2009
FOREVER I WILL ALWAYS LOVE MY COUSIN BRANDON LARA HE WILL FOREVER BE MISSED
A. Atilano
July 29, 2009
My condolences for the loss of your son. Please know that his service to our country is very much appreciated. I pray that God will comfort you in your time of need.
Susan Clark
July 29, 2009
Our prayers are with the Lara family. May God comfort all of you. We lift your family and all those who serve our country in prayer.
BARBARA GOMEZ
July 29, 2009
MAY YOU FLY WITH THE ANGELS!!!! WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY , MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE LARA FAMILY.
Paige Osborn
July 28, 2009
I thank the Lord every day for the service men and women who put their own lives on the line for their country and the freedom that we Americans so cherish. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Speed.
Tammie Bell
July 28, 2009
Our prayers and sympathy for the loss of Your American Hero. My son is also a Marine currently on tour. Even though we did not have the privilege of knowing your son, we prayed together over the phone for your family when he called home last week. The loss of your son was weighing heavily on my son's heart. God Bless Each of You. Mother of a Marine.
Renee Owens
July 28, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. The state of Texas mourns the loss of another of its sons. May God grant you peace and strength. Semper Fi Lance CPL Lara.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006, OIF
Jonathan Patrick
July 28, 2009
I thank the Lord for all the men and women in the service of our Country, who put their lives on the line - daily - to protect those of us who reap the benefits of their sacrifice. May God comfort you and give you peace in your time of grief. Please, always know that the life of your son is not forgotten, nor taken forgranted.
Daleanne Perales
July 28, 2009
From our family to yours! We all know that tine was cut too short with him, but all we can do now is to celebrate his life and know thqt he is with god know ad he is looking down on us, wondering why are we crying we will see each other again in heaven! So, remember that his soul is wih god now and there is no more pain, no more sufering, all there is glory and happiness and all he would want us to to do now is to live our lives and he knows thaT ONE DAY IT WILL BE OUR TURN AND HE WILL BE THERE WAITING FOR US WITH OPEN ARMS! he will never be forgotten olnce a marine al;ways a Marine! hoooRRRAAAHH! SEMPER-FI!
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