Dane R. Balcon

Dane,
The memories you left us with will last a lifetime. It was you and Lil Charles that introduced us to your parents back then. What a blessing!! The Carter's

SPC Balcon not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts! It was truly and honor and a privilege having you as one of my soldiers their on FOB O'ryan! I feel so guilty having a hand in getting you transfered to the FOB as you were so motivated to leave the boring life on LSSA Anaconda and wanting to get to go on patrol. Words can not describe the pain and anguish I experienced when I heard your patrol vehicle was hit by an IED and I played a role in your untimely death! Dane you are a...

It’s Veterans Day today son. Wishing you were here so we could sit around and share stories. Miss you so much son. Love and adore you soldier!

Dad

Heaven is richer because you came!

Love,

Dad

Dane--You have been an inspiration to everyone, yet mere words are not adequate to express the pain we have felt since you left this Earth 13 years ago. We are blessed that God gave you to us, even for a short time, and the love and joy you brought us is forever missed and treasured. May God bless your beautiful soul always.
Love you , miss you, and so proud of you!

Dane I wish you were with us to see how much your brothers are like you. You had such a positive spirit and it was so contagious. You are missed but you left such an impression on everyone...you are never far. Love You!

We honor you on Memorial Day Dane! We love you and miss you everyday before and after Memorial Day as you well know. Please watch over your family and friends and we will continue to share your story. Love You

I miss not being able to see what you would have become. I know it would have been something great and influential. You had such a gift. Please watch over us when and where you can and know you will never be forgotten.

Happy Birthday Dane! We're a day late wishing you a BIG BIRTHDAY in Heaven! We miss and think of you often. The Carter's