Canon City, Colorado
Sgt. Thomas F. Broomhead, 34,of Canon City, Colo., was born in Ohio and raised in Fort Myers, Fla. He joined the Marines out of high school in 1989. He left the service briefly and re-enlisted in the Army a few years later in the hopes of becoming a helicopter pilot. He also served in the Gulf War. "He liked it a lot," said his wife, Kelli Broomhead. "He was in it for the long haul." Broomhead was killed May 27 when Iraqis opened fire at a checkpoint in Fallujah. "He was supposed to be there as a peacekeeper," said Jim Carter, his brother-in-law and close friend. Broomhead also left three sons, ages 7, 9 and 11.
It's been 21 years tomarrow you and kelly have been in my thoughts every day. I miss you and our canasta sessions. You will never be forgotten. With much love Troy and Crystal Shifflett
Troy Shifflett
May 26, 2024 | Friend
I still miss you and think about you daily. You will never be forgotten.
February 17, 2015
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Broomhead Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Thomas F. Broomhead US Army Sergeant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of...
Charlie Gili
July 12, 2014 | Brooklyn, NY
Forward Operating Base Broomhead
AT Fyfe
February 17, 2014
To the family and friends of Sgt. Thomas F. Broomhead:
It has truly been my honor to sign Thomas' guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Thomas will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
May 27, 2013 | Carson City, NV
Thomas, i always looked up to you. We were about the same rank together in Eagle Troop but i looked up to you because you were a good solid, steady man and a great soldier. Kelli, we met once, i helped you move into your house down in Widefield/Security area, with Sears and Armstrong and a few other guys, i wish i could tell you in person but im sure you know what kind of man you married, the best kind!
Troy Flowers
November 13, 2012 | Vancouver, WA
Still thinking of you and honoring your memory all these years later.
Whitman & Elysia Spencer
May 30, 2012 | Pullman, WA
Still missing you Tom. Never forget. May God bless your soul and may God be with all your family.
Jess Valles
May 28, 2012 | Mesa, AZ
Thinking of you, Tom. Thank you for my freedoms.
Margy Bons
May 28, 2012 | Desert Hills, AZ