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Frances C. Uva
May 27, 2025
May you continue to rest in eternal peace. Thank you for your service to our country.
Sincerely,
Sandee G Schock
May 26, 2025
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
Sandee G Schock
August 6, 2024
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
Frances C. Uva
May 29, 2024
Blessings to Brian´s Family and
Friends... May he continue to
rest in eternal peace.
Sincerely,
Sandee G Schock
May 27, 2024
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
Frances C. Uva
August 7, 2023
I think of you and your family whenever I drive
by St. Cecilia Church.
May God bless all of you...
Sincerely,
Sandee G Schock
August 6, 2023
12 YEARS, GONE NOT FORGOTTEN
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
Sandee G Schock
May 29, 2023
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
Frances C. Uva
August 7, 2022
May you continue to rest in
eternal peace.
Sincerely,
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2022
11 YRS, GONE NOT FORGOTTEN
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
Sandee Garza Schock
May 30, 2022
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
Andrew C. Hopkinson
August 7, 2021
The world was a better place when the men from Extortion 17 were in it. I remember your funeral 10 years ago and how proud it made me to be an American. To see your brothers line either side of you in there dress whites as you were brought in and out of the lords house. I will never forget you or any of the men we lost on Extortion 17. God Bless GBNF LLTB NEVER FORGET EXTORTION 17
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2021
10 YRS, GONE NOT FORGOTTEN
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
Sandee Garza Schock
May 31, 2021
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2020
9 years gone but not forgotten.
Rest In Peace.
Sandee Garza Schock
May 25, 2020
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice.
Gone But Not Forgotten.
Memorial Day 2019
Andrew Hopkinson
May 28, 2019
We will never forget you and all those aboard Extortion 17 who made the ultimate sacrifice Rest In Peace . #LLTB
Sandee Garza Schock
May 27, 2019
Rest In Peace HERO
Gone But Not Forgotten
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice
Sincerely
Frances C. Uva
May 27, 2019
With special thoughts of you on this Memorial Day.
God bless all who died defending our country.
May you continue to rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Richard McNeil
March 5, 2019
Rest In Peace Chief. We have the watch.
Chief Richard McNeil USN Retired
Andrew Hopkinson
August 7, 2018
7 Years gone but not forgotten. When I learned of the downing of Extortion 17 and that you were from Stamford Ct. I attended your funeral and stood outside the church like hundreds of other people. It has made a profound impact on my life and for that I am forever greatful to you and all the men lost on that fateful night in Afghanistan. Fair winds and following seas brothers. #NeverForget #Extortion17 #LLTB
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2018
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice.
Gone But Not Forgotten
Sandee Garza Schock
May 29, 2018
Never Forgotten
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice.
April 20, 2018
Was googling my name which is Brian Bill and this came up! My condolences!! From Brian Donald Bill
Lynne Neibert
January 6, 2018
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization (formed 2009) with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church of Mechanicsburg, PA would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your loved one's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days and years ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Frances C. Uva
August 7, 2017
Dear Bill and Parry Famlies, May Brian continue to rest in peace. He will never be forgotten. May God bless all of you.
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2017
GONE 6 YRS BUT YOU'RE NOT FORGOTTEN.
THANK YOU FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.
Sandee Garza Schock
May 29, 2017
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice.
Gone But Not Forgotten.
October 11, 2016
Thank you for your service and ultamate sacrifice. May God give your family peace.
A fellow American
Frances C. Uva
August 7, 2016
Dear Bill and Parry Families, It is difficult to believe 5 years have passed since Brian made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. Please know he is always remembered from countless Americans. Prayers are offered for all of you on a daily basis. God bless your families. Sincerely, Frances C. Uva
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2016
5 years Gone But Not Forgotten
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice
LLTB Stamford Ct. 8-19-2011
Andrew Hopkinson
August 6, 2016
On behalf of the entire Hopkinson Family, I would like to Thank God for men like Brian Robert Bill
Master Chief Petty Officer (SOC), United States Navy
Fair Winds & Following Seas,
LLTB
Andrew C. Hopkinson
8/6/2016
Sandee Garza Schock
May 30, 2016
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN
Sandee Garza Schock
November 11, 2015
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice. Gone But Not Forgotten.
Nivia Gamboa
September 8, 2015
Rest in peace I am a proud navy mom
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2015
Gone But Not Forgotten
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice
Frank Gallagher
May 31, 2015
To Brian's Family,
From what I have read, Brian was the very best of the best. If our country had more "Brian's", our world would be a much a better place for all.
Frances C. Uva
May 26, 2015
Dear Bill and Parry Families, With deep respect for all that Brian did for our country. All of us have utmost respect for his dedication and bravery. Sincerely, Frances C. Uva
Sandee Garza Schock
May 25, 2015
Gone But Not Forgotten
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice
February 11, 2015
And we worry and fret over little things in our lives. This man is a brilliant hard working A merican soldier..Rest In Peace
Mike
November 14, 2014
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
SALLY BROWNING
November 13, 2014
Never Forgotten...... REST IN PEACE, BRIAN .....
Andrew Hopkinson
November 12, 2014
Happy Veterans Day Brian. We will never forget the sacrifice you made for our freedom. LLTBH
Sandee Garza Schock
November 11, 2014
Thank You for the ultimate sacrifice.
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2014
R I P HERO
Gone But Not Forgotten
Frances C. Uva
August 3, 2014
Dear Parry and Bill Families, Brian will remain always in the hearts and prayers of many, many families. His strength and courage will always be remembered. Sincerely, Frances C. Uva
May 28, 2014
I told you when Brian died, that I would pray for him every day. My grand nephew died when he was 18, same as Ricky. I have 10 young men that are in my prayers and 2 girls. May God be with you.
Sandee Garza Schock
May 26, 2014
Gone But Not Forgotten
Thanks for the ultimate sacrifice
Frances C. Uva
November 11, 2013
Dear Bill and Parry Families, Brian leaves behind a tremendous legacy. The city of Stamford and I dare say the entire world continues to mourn his loss and celebrate his all too short life. He will never be forgotten. Sincerely, Frances C. Uva
November 8, 2013
Remembrance of Brian as a Fallen Eagle on eaglescoutbadge.com. Blessings to your family.
Sally Browning
August 7, 2013
Still very much a special hero in the USA ......Your service and example will always shine ...... REST IN PEACE, BRIAN..... Prayers for your family on this anniversary ....... All the Best, Sally
Sandee Garza Schock
August 6, 2013
R I P HERO
Gone But Not Forgotten
Frances C. Uva
August 5, 2013
Remembering you on your anniversary in Heaven. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family. Sincerely, Frances C. Uva
Gone But Not Forgotten
Sandee Garza Schock
May 27, 2013
JOYCE
May 20, 2013
IM SORRY TO LEARN ABOUT YOUR LOVE ONE.GOD WILL CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU STRENGTH. YOU HAVE MY SYMPATHY.
Frances C. Uva
May 19, 2013
Dear Brian's Family, every time I pass St. Cecelia's Church on Newfield Avenue I remember Brian. What an inspiring young man. May God continue to bless all of you. Sincerely, Frances C.Uva
chas cordaro
May 18, 2013
what a wonderful young man. sorry I never knew him.
Jamie Murphy
January 30, 2013
May God bless Brian and his family. Brian died a hero and the USA will never forget his sacrifice.
mary chudy
August 31, 2012
brian, i miss u so terribly. not a single day passes that i don't think or speak of u. thinkin about all the stuff we got in2 as kids...i always knew u'd go on2 do gr8 things, my heart has a hole in it, ur my hero, i love u.
MARION CARTER
August 8, 2012
HAPPY FIRST ANNIVERSARY IN YOUR HEAVENLY HOME BRIAN. YOU ARE OUR HERO AS A NAVY SEAL WHO SACRIFICED HIS LIFE FOR OUR COUNTRY. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. REST IN PEACE. BRIAN
Sally Browning
August 7, 2012
REST IN PEACE, BRIAN .......YOU WILL ALWAYS BE A SHINING STAR !!!!
Sandra Schock
August 7, 2012
Gone But Never Forgotten
Curtis Glass
August 6, 2012
On this day of the 1 Year anniverary , I wanted to remind your family that Brian's sacrifice Has not & Will not be forgotten by my family & I . This Country seems to forget how Lucky we are to have the caliber of people that it takes to do what these men & women do & the families that raise them . God Bless our troops & there familes .
Peggy Childers
August 6, 2012
To the family and friends of Special Warfare Operator CPO (SEAL) Brian R. Bill:
Remembering Brian on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten.
Debbie Elam
July 1, 2012
Together...We Will Not Forget...My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and presenting a numbered memorial quilt to the immediate family of each soldier killed in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terror with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have sent 207 quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email or phone at 804-598-0465 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of your soldier. Thank you.
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
P. O. Box 534
Powhatan, VA 23139
Jerry Goode
June 6, 2012
Thank you Brian for your courage and your sacrifice.God bless you and your family.
May 29, 2012
You and your lovely devoted family will never be forgotten. You will always be in our prayers. Thank you for a life well lived...but too, too short. Love, the Dolan Family
May 28, 2012
Remembering and Honoring Petty Officer Brian Bill for a life well-lived on this Memorial Day.
Peggy Childers
December 6, 2011
To the family of Special Warfare Operator CPO (SEAL) Brian R. Bill:
Brian 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."
JUDITH BILL
October 17, 2011
DEAR BILL FAMILY I TRIED TO SEND A CARD FORM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS FOR THE DEEP SORROW THAT WE AND YOU MUST BE FEELING NOT THAT WE CAN EVEN IMAGINE YOUR LOSS. WE THANK BRAIN FOR HIS STRENGTH AND DEDICATION TO FAMILY AND COUNTRY AND THANK ALL OF YOU .
NOW PARENT SHOULD OUT LIVE THEIR CHILDREN THE LOSS IS MORE THAN ANY PARENT SHOULD BEAR. P[ERHAPS SOME WHERE IN OUR BACKGROUND WE ARE RELATIVES EV EN IF WE ARE NOT I WHISH WE COULD DO SOME TO OF HELP PLEASE IF THEIR IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO OTHER THAN OUR PRAYERS AND THANKS TO A;LL OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN UNIFORM PLEASE LET US KNOW .
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND THANKS WE WILL NEVER FOR GET BRIAN. WHEN I SAW HIS NAME ID THE PAPER IS WAS LIKE SEEING MYH OUN SONS NAME. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH . FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS WITH LOVE AND THANKS.
JUDITH BILL
JAMES BILL , JOHN BILL ,EDWARD BILL , BARBARA BILL STORER
IF I CAN BE OF ANY !!!! SERVICE PLEASE CALL ME 508-771-7649
Gold Star Family
toni
September 23, 2011
Brian....your blue star has turned Gold. You gave your life, leaving behind a legacy of honor, valor, pride and memories. You are a true American Hero and Patriot.
Scott...Dr. and Patricia Parry, we grieve with you.
In memory of CPL Frank R Gross, kia July 16, 2011 Kasay Kalay, Afghanistan.
Toni Flamion
September 14, 2011
To honor the men that died in this horrible incident, I have spent the last few weeks reading their bios in hometown newspapers. I have been so awed by the type of men that they were, especially Brian. I can see by the friends posts on the facebook remembrance page that he was a wonderful thoughtful humble young man. I will always remember their sacrifices.
Toni (from Indiana)
Sandra & Richard Schutte
August 30, 2011
Dearest Dr. Michael and Patricia Parry, Scott Bill and Family, We have been gutted emotionally after the recent loss of our son, Troy Schutte. To now learn just a few months later, Chief Petty Officer Brian Robert Bill....Pat's son...my Head Nurse on SCU at St. Joseph Medical Center had been killed in action. We were Bereft. We do know this, no matter where you go, people are gathering and trying to figure out life. There's something wonderfully comforting about walking into a place (church) and seeing that everyone is there to help one another with whatever life has given them. The more we realize that understanding spirituality is about standing as a community and that is what everyone in their deepest sadness shared, as the world had lost a protector and a stellar human being...unimaginably brave...volunteered for intensive training that few can endure...accepted dangerous duty in a lawless land without comment or complaint...because he chose to serve his country...Chief Petty Officer Brian Robert Bill.
John M Bowman Sr.
August 30, 2011
Dear Bill Family
As a Parent of a Norwich Graduate Our Daughter Robin Law did not personally know Brian; but had many friends that did. That by the Honor of Being a Norwich Graduate together, did make them friends. My heart goes out to all the Norwich family we have all lost a Norwich son. and the Bill Family and the Stamford Boy Scouts -- My son is an Eagle Scout and that is a family unto itself. God Bless Brians Troop.
God Bless all of you.
M. Rautio
August 26, 2011
Parents took me in one morning after a road trip Brian and I made from Georgia years ago (thanks again Michael and Patricia). Brian was no different. Door always open for a brother and associates. Ended up at his condo one night years later where he opened up his best bottle of wine in celebration of our friendship and nothing else. I protested, "save it for a special occasion", to which he replied, "What's more special than this? I haven't seen you in 3 years!"... a true brother. I love him. Thanks to Mom and Dad for raising a champion among men, I'm better for knowing him.
Gary Allain
August 26, 2011
SPECIAL WARFARE OPERATOR SEAL BRIAN R. BILL
You are my Hero may God keep you in his arms forever.
Please listen to Brucespringsitens paridise song from the rising album its a tribute to 911
J Pierson
August 25, 2011
In honor of Brian
Ramin Melikov
August 25, 2011
I'll die trying, but I will do 7 Summits for you, Brian!
Gloria Neiswender
August 24, 2011
It is really devastating and sad moments for all the Stamford Town. I am praying for strenght for the family, and for Bryan Rest in the arms of the Lord.
Brian Hines
August 24, 2011
Tracy and I hope that your family somehow can heal from this tremendous loss. We wish you peace and healing.
Brian Hines and Tracy Shevell
August 20, 2011
We strangers here in Naugatuck CT mourn the loss of Brian Bill and extend our deepest sympathies to his friends and family .. our flag erected in honor of Sgt. David Travis Friedrich whose life was ended in Iraq on 9/20/2003 has been lowered once again until today. Too many times "Travis's " flag has been lowered to share our sadness for the continuing losses of lives given in war. God bless his family and friends and know many strangers mourn with you today.
August 20, 2011
To the family and friends of CPO Brian Robert Bill, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To CPO Bill, Thank you.
The Rende Family
Lynne Neibert
August 20, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son’s sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
MARY BURNS
August 20, 2011
FOR THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF BRIAN BILL, I NEVER KNEW YOUR SON, NOR DID HE KNOW ME. BUT HE KEPT NOT ONLY HIS FAMILY SAFE BUT ALSO STRANGERS LIKE MYSELF SAFE.
THANK YOU BRIAN. MAY GOD'S GRACE BE UPON ALL OF YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
tesauro family
August 19, 2011
I could only walk to the parking lot of Gallaghers today. My heart broke for the family, a dad of a soldier just home from Iraq, I thank God he came back safe....Brian, May God hold you in his arms forever. May he forever put peace and restoration into the lives of your family. Rest in peace our hero.
August 19, 2011
To the Family of Brian Bill,
Our hearts go out to your family for the profound loss of your son. Although we did not know him personally, we understand the loss of a child. We pray for you and your family and hope that happy memories will sustain you. - The Fontneau Family
August 19, 2011
Dear family of
Brian,
I want to express my prayers and sympathy for you all. Brian was a remarkable young man whose many gifts will be missed.
I knew Pat from St. Joe's and I am so sorry for your loss.
God Bless Brian in heaven and bless each of you
Sue Ann Miller
Leslie Jezior
August 19, 2011
Traveling north on High Ridge Road this afternoon I passed your son's funeral procession. I paused in honor of a man who made the ultimate sacrafice for my freedom. I am forever thankful to him and all the others who serve our country.
August 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. You son will always be remembered for his courage and strength.
August 19, 2011
Dear Bill family,
Our family grieves the loss of Brian. A true hero. He will not be forgotten. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
the K. Collins family of Colo. Sgs., CO
August 19, 2011
I traveled for work yesterday crossing three state lines in the process and came back. I walked my dog today in the sun and the breeze. I went to the store and purchased a few items and came home. On my drive, their were no checkpoints no presenting of papers. On my walk, no bullets, no children carrying guns. At the store, no rations, no lines. All this was done freely. Done freely because of you Brian. Because of you and those before you, those now and those who will follow. Thanks Brian. Rest in Peace. An American who thanks you.
Tom & Kathy Karwaski
August 19, 2011
Our thanks for his service to our country & our prayers to your entire family for your sorrow. Let the wonderful memories shared with your loved one comfort you now and always.
Sincerely,
FX Sean O'Doherty
August 19, 2011
Sympathy to Brian's immediate and extended family. No greater sacrifice than one for freedom. No greater loss than that of a son before his time. SCHS'70
August 19, 2011
My thought and prayers are with you as you walk through the mist of this storm. You will always remain in my heart. My son Abe is there with you today as he and Brian proudly served together. May the Lord keep you wrapped in His arms.
Barbara Occhino
August 19, 2011
CPO Brian Bill, You served your Nation with the honor, integrity, humbleness, and character that few men dare to have. Seeing all your fellow soldiers and Veterans at your services filled me with immense pride. Your family raised an amazing, brave man and I am grateful to all of you for your sacrifice and devotion. We have lost a great hero. Heaven awaits you with open arms for all you have done. Rest in Peace. Your Navy Seal Legacy lives on in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. God bless you and your family.
Julia
August 19, 2011
My thoughts are with you. You raised an amazing young man. I'm so very grateful for his courage and service to our country, as well as yours.
August 19, 2011
CPO Brian Bill, although I did not know you. I am forever greatful for the sacrifice you have made for me, my family, my children, my childrens children, your family, our country. You will be welcome with open arms in the heavens above and missed greatly by an entire nation. Thank you for protecting our freedom and the fighting for the freedom of others. God Bless!
Leokadia Lauersdorf
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