Jared Glen Paynter

My thoughts and prayers go the family members. This was truly a life cut too short. I am a friend of Uncle John and have seen first hand the special relationships this family has. My heart breaks for you.

RIP Marine you will not be forgotten. Prayers for family, brother in arms, and friends that you find comfort in the Lord as he holds you in the palms of his hands. My deepest sympathy. A Marine Mom

I never had the pleasure of meeting Jared, but heard his name often and saw pictures of him as he and my son deployed to Afghanistan together in 2/8 ECHO Weapons Platoon. We've lost another true American hero for whom I'm certain God has a special place in Heaven. RIP Marine.
With my deepest sympathy,
Ken Wickham
Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy-Retired

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I had great times working with Jared at The China Outlet and The Children's Place. He showed his artwork to comic book artists at a comic book convention in Philly several years ago and was thrilled to get that chance. He will be missed.

To the Paynter family,

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Jared was such a loving and caring soul, with a heart of Gold, and I feel blessed to have been a part of his life. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

I offer my deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and loved ones of this beautiful young man and brave hero. May God's angels surround you with love and comfort you always.

I'm blessed to have known you and to have memories of the better days, I didn't hang out with you as much or as often as others, but I always considered you a friend, and I'll miss you. Godspeed, God bless.

To all of you who feel the loss of Jared, I offer my prayers and deepest condolences. May the Lord God wrap his loving arms around each one of you and comfort you in your time of need.

Jared,

It feels like yesterday that I walked the halls of Sterling and saw that big grin of yours with those bright blue eyes. You were so funny and sweet. I miss your smile and laugh, but most of all how loving you were with all of those you cared for deeply. You are gone now and it hurts me. RIP my friend and I know that you are smiling down on us.

To the family: my deepest sympathies go to you all. I hope that you find comfort in your fondest memories of him. He was...