Matthew P. Pathenos

So hard to believe it has been Sixteen years. Keeping you in my prayers.

Dropped my retirement papers today. Can't believe it's coming to an end. It seems like a million years ago I joined the Corps, but only yesterday that I was with you and all the fellas walking those dark grim streets. Raise a glass with Babb and Hines the next time you see them. Miss you guys.

SF
GySgt James Polich

Well it's been eleven years. Just turned a grandpa if you can believe it and my son is set to fall off active duty with the Corps. Yep, I'm old, but not too old too remember you and all the boys.

Semper Fi my friend
GySgt James Polich

Only a couple more years of the Corps until I can retire my friend. Seems like time is leaving us behind, but the memories remain. You're always the first one I think of when February rolls in with the cold days of winter and those bleak streets of Fallujah. Give the rest of the guys my regards. I'll tip a drink to you all.

GySgt James Polich

Thought of you on that fateful day's anniversary as I do every year, and was going to call Bren, but time slipped away. A few days later she accidentally sent me a text message meant for someone else. Coincidence? Nah. I believe that was you nudging me to say hello to my sweet friend and let her know she and you are always in my thoughts and prayers. And I'm forever grateful to you and the family for the sacrifice you made for us. Will forever wear a virtual yellow ribbon for you, Matthew....

Thinking of you, Babb, Hines, and all the others that never came home. God bless you and your family Greek.

Semper Fi my friend

I miss this man, we were friends before and during the Marines. Driving all around St. Louis and burning out clutches in his car. (Sorry Gus). I cant believe that is has almost been 9 years. Miss you brother.

Greek, my son leaves Monday for MCRD San Diego and thought of when I first joined the Corps and all the Marines I was lucky enough to share my life with. Where does the time go.

I seem to be thinking more and more of you and the others.

Semper Fidelis brother.

Never Forgotten!