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Samuel Wayne Large Jr.

Samuel Large Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

SAMUEL WAYNE LARGE Jr. Funeral Services for Lance Corporal Samuel Wayne Large, Jr., 21, of Britton Drive, Villa Rica, will be conducted on Sunday, February 26, 2006 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Jones-Wynn Funeral Home in Villa Rica with Reverend Jimmy Bryant and chaplain representing the United States Military officiating. Interment, West Georgia Memorial Park, Villa Rica with full military honors provided by the United States Marine Corps. Visitation, Saturday, February 25, 2006 from 11 am-9 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Whitney Wilkins Large of Villa Rica: his son, Tyler Large of Villa Rica: his parents, Samuel W. Large, Sr. and Ada Hayes Large of Villa Rica: his sisters, Samantha Large of Phenix City, Alabama and Courtney Large of Villa Rica: his maternal grandmother, Daisy Hayes of Emporia, Virginia: one niece and two nephews also survive. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.jones-wynn.com. Jones-Wynn Funeral Home of Villa Rica, 770-459-3694.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Feb. 24, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Large

107 Entries

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2024

Remembering you on this 18th Anniversary! Never forgotten!

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2022

16th Anniversary and never forgotten!

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2021

15th Anniversary and never forgotten!

Mary Sovie

February 16, 2020

14th Anniversary and never forgotten!

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2019

On this 13th Anniversary when our lives were forever changed, we continue to keep you & your family in our thoughts & prayers. You & Nic are our heroes and we miss you both so much. Sending hugs to heaven!

Charlie Gili

November 21, 2018

Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Samuel W. Large Jr. US Marine Lance Corporal.

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 like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.

We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Mary Sovie

May 28, 2018

We will never forget!

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2018

The 12th anniversary of the tragic event that changed all our lives forever. It is still surreal. You will never be forgotten. Not a day goes by that I don't think about all of you. Remembering you & your family in my prayers. Semper Fi

Ada Large

May 31, 2017

Ada Large

May 31, 2017

Ada Large

May 31, 2017

Mary Sovie

May 29, 2017

We will never forget!

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2017

11th year anniversary and still feels like yesterday. You will never be forgotten!! Semper Fi

Ada sending lots of love & hugs....our boys, our heroes!

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2016

Here we are at the 10th anniversary of losing our loved ones and our hearts still broken. Thinking of you & your family today and praying for you all every day. We share this day of sorrow but also the joy when we all meet with them again. I look so forward to meeting you in person Ada. Hugs! Mary

tyler large

December 9, 2015

my dad

CWO4 Rhea

February 18, 2015

I keep your picture, and that of LCpl. Jared Verbeek, on the wall in my office to remind me of the stellar young men and women who have made this day possible for the rest of us. Thought of you this weekend while riding up the coast and it reminded me to not take that day for granted.

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2015

Remembering your sacrifice for all of us on this 9th anniversary. To your family & friends, {{{{{HUGS}}}}} and keeping you all in my prayers daily. I see the pic of you & Nic several times a day!!

Mary Sovie

May 26, 2014

Thank you Large for your sacrifice for all of us. I know you & Nic are watching over us. Sending hugs & prayers to your beautiful family. Your Mom & I know we have 2 special people in heaven looking out for us!

Brenda Shaw

February 17, 2014

Remember you today and forever, miss you so much..love you..aunt darlene

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2014

Remembering you today Large. Holding all your family & friends closely in our thoughts and prayers on the 8th anniversary of the loss of our loved ones. Sam & Nic are in pictures in my living room I look at often....their smiles continue to help me get through each day. Much love & prayers!

Mary Sovie

January 18, 2014

Happy Birthay Large!!!!! Forever in our hearts!!!

Rene Dean

April 5, 2013

Those words were beautiful Jeff. My sons were friends with Sams and I knew him as well. I am also friends of his Parents and Aunt and
Uncle. I know your words are a great comfort to everyone. Thank you again.

Brenda Shaw

April 4, 2013

Thank you so much for the kind words and allowing my sister to have comfort in knowing that Sam was in good spirits that day. It means a lot to know that there are people like you and Sam out there to serve and protect us. And some gave all for us. Thank you so much for taking general care of my nephew and treating him like your own. I will forever be grateful to you for that ' so will my sister. Thank you Jeff.

Katie Hernandez

April 4, 2013

Sam was a great guy, father, husband, and friend. Many of my freshman year memories include Sam and the VRHS Band. We lost a great friend, the day he was taken from us. I'm glad that the world still has a small piece of him, in his son. God bless you, Sam. Gone but NEVER forgotten!

April 3, 2013

Thank you Jeff for that beautiful note and for showing our beloved Little Sam the care and respect he deserved. I am Sam's cousin and I didn't get to see him as much as we all should see our family, but he and his family stand out. Sam was straight up a great kid and young man. He was a bit of a prankster who had an unusually caring and protective relationship with his little sister. He was smart, funny, loving and chose to use his capacities serving in the military. His family misses him and loves him and always will.
Thanks again
Renee Nank
San Antonio TX

CWO4 Jeff Rhea

April 2, 2013

To the family and friends of Lance Corporal Samuel Large:

For 7 years I have mourned your loss in silence. I did not know LCpl Large save for this: we stood next to each other in the lunch line on his last day, neither of us knowing he had but three hours left or that in 23 hours I would lift him aboard a Navy helicopter and render him and the others honors as they began the long journey home. A week later, when I was ordered off the wreck site, I rode back to Djibouti in one of the two remaining CH53's belonging to HMA464. As I departed the aircraft and cleared the rotors I looked over at the fuselage and immediately noticed the name of the crew chief, "LCpl Large". I nodded to the other officer with me on that unfortunate mission and then to the helicopter. He nodded his acknowledgement and we again saluted in silence as we cleared the tarmac.

If it is of any comfort to you, Samuel was in good spirits in his final hours and we treated him with the utmost care and respect the following day. I have children who are Samuel's age and I treated him as if he was one of my own, because he was.

Our brief encounter has forever changed my life. I often think of Samuel. And whenever I hear people talk about "kids these days" I set them straight. I have served with the next genearation, I have seen them in action, and I have stood next to "kids" who have demonstrated a degree of charicter seldom depicted in the youths portrayed in the movies or seen in those hanging out in the malls. I have stood next to the very best our country has to offer and I have seen the price they have paid.

While this war came to all of the older men and women who fought it, it was men and women like Samuel who came not just to the aid of their country, but to the aid of their countrymen when we needed them most; and for that I, and my generation, are forever in your debt.

May God keep well until you are reunited with Samuel.

Sincerely yours,

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2013

Remembering you today Large. Holding all your family & friends closely in our thoughts and prayers on the 7th anniversary of the loss of our loved ones. Sam & Nic are in pictures in my living room I look at often....their smiles help me get through each day. Much love & prayers!

Mary Sovie

May 28, 2012

Thank you Large for your sacrifice for all of us. I know you & Nic are watching over us. Sending hugs & prayers to your beautiful family. God Bless! Mary

Peggy Childers

February 17, 2012

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Samuel W. Large:
Please accept my remembrance of Samuel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Drew Smith

February 17, 2012

Large... you know I have been thinking about this day coming for the last week or so and it still doesn't seem like that long ago. My heart has a great sadness whenever I think about today, for you and the other guys. Just know that not just today but other days throughout the year I still remember you and the others. Semper Fi, brother.

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2012

It is so hard to believe we are at our 6th anniversary of the most painful day of our lives. Time hasn't eased the pain, I think we've just had to adjust to living with it. Our loved ones will always be treasures of our heart, but losing them was like losing a piece of our self. Yet, we must go on and carry them with us wherever we go and celebrate their life along the way. They will never be forgotten!

Please know your family and friends remain in our prayers and we will never forget Sam's sacrifice. Sam & Nic will always be watching over us!

God Bless! Mary

Peggy Childers

February 17, 2011

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Samuel W. Large:
Remembering Samuel on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Drew Smith

February 17, 2011

Large.. my brother.. wow, five years... it definitely doesn't seem like it has been that long. The other day I was trying to remember exactly how long and it just didn't seem right. Eventhough we miss y'all we know that you are in good hands. God always has a plan for us and I know that you are doing good for someone, as you always did. Brother, words can't seem to express the feelings for the loss that we feel, but we have to believe that this a time of remembering our friends and the fun that we had. That fun will again be had one day in the future. Semper Fidelis.

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2011

Here we are at the 5th anniversary; an anniversary that none of us wanted to have. As our hearts continue to ache for our loved ones, we all have had to find our way through the grief and learn how to deal with the loss in our own way. For my family, it is our faith in God and knowing that He is in control and nothing surprises Him, that helps us through each day. The support of family, friends, community and the prayers of people we may never meet keeps us going. And through it all, we continue to celebrate Nic's life and he remains a part of our lives each and every day. My family continues to pray for you & your families and be assured we will never forget the sacrifice Sam made. God Bless!
Mary
Nic's Mom

Trymain Rivero

February 17, 2010

Large,

I finally downloaded the cartoon you recommended the night before your flight. It wasn't that good; but I'm sure you already knew that.

Everyone back on base had someone that they wanted to see come back. That night, you and Sovie were the ones I wanted to see back at the tent. But no matter how long I stared at the door, you guys never came.

I still held out hope the next day, on the recovery flight. There just had to be someone. You were the first one we brought on board. There was a lot of growing up that had to happen really fast that day, for a lot of people.

I use the mishap nowadays to teach the new crew chiefs the importance of Crew Resourse Management and that they are the ones who can keep things like this from happening again. With your help, I'm making it happen. I'm sure that with your constant inspiration we'll be able to influence our little part of the world.

You started calling her my wife even before we left for HOA. Well, now she actually is my wife. Melody and I both miss you and look forward hanging out again.

Drew Smith

February 17, 2010

Large my brother, here we are again on the same day. I remember you and Sovie in Maintenance Control wanting to know what aircraft to daily. That is the way that I remember you, all greasy wanting to daily more aircraft. And today is the day more than any other day that you will be remembered, and especially that way. Know that we do miss you and that you are thought of often. We will talk to you later again, my brother..

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2010

Four years have passed.....our hearts still ache. May our memories bring us comfort & joy as we remember our heroes. Thinking of you all and praying for your families as we share this day that forever changed our lives and brought us all together.

Kenna Larra

May 1, 2009

”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

Mary Sovie

February 24, 2009

Here is the website to checking out the Memorial to Capt. Willard and honoring all our loved ones from February 17, 2006. The previous link was missing a letter. Thank you Rev. Willard for sharing that with all of us. God Bless!

http://www.epasd.org/5598104279306217/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=305119&C=52983

David Willard

February 23, 2009

To the family of Samuel Large: Just want you to know that we dedicated a memorial to my son, Capt. Bryan Willard this past September. On the memorial, we recognized all who perished on Feb. 17. You may check the link at www.epsd.com then select the quick link EP High; then the link forever a panther. You can view the memorial dedication. As we pass the third year anniversary, we are reminded that our families are linked together forever. Our prayers continue for you today. We shed a tear, but will forever remember our heroes.

Rev. David T. Willard,
Father, of Capt. Bryan Willard

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2009

Sam, Ada & family & Whitney & Tyler,
It is hard to believe that we are at the 3rd anniversary of losing our heroes. Our hearts still ache, their loss we feel always and their memory and sacrifice we will never forget. As we continue to celebrate their lives, may God bless our families and bring comfort to our broken hearts. You are in our prayers daily. Mary

Drew Smith

February 17, 2009

Large...Here we are again another year has passed and it still doesn't seem real. The wife and I think of you and the other guys quite a bit still... I just left a message on Donnie's page and am making my rounds to talk to all of y'all, to tell you that we are thinking of you often and miss you. We know that you are home in a great place, but that doesn't mean that we don't miss you any less.. Take care Brother.. You are in our thoughts and prayers..

Peggy Childers

February 17, 2009

To the family of Lance Cpl. Samuel W. Large:
Samuel 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."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Adalis Brown

February 12, 2009

Sam we miss you and wish you were here with us at least granny is up there with you!! Tyler looks just like you!! WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU 4EVER!!

May 25, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Large!

ADALIS BROWN

May 10, 2008

Hey sam, i'm your cousin adalis we miss you so much. So does Tyler,Whitney,and Alex. We miss you!
love,
Adalis

Drew Smith SSgt (ret)

February 29, 2008

Large, Hey brother. I have been thinking of everyone for a couple weeks now. I can finally come to a site and leave something for you. I miss you coming into Maint Control and signing off aircraft and me telling to you missed something and to finish it, or telling you you did a hell of a job getting the daily done before I needed it. I miss joking around with you over the counter in control. Overall I just miss you, dude. You will always be remembered by me and my family. Thank you for your service, my brother. Semper Fidelis

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and all your family & friends as we share this 2nd anniversary. We will never forget their service and sacrifice and the brotherhood Sam & Nic had. {{HUGS}} to all of you. We think of you all everyday and always keep you in our prayers. Love to all.

Kayla Echols

February 14, 2008

Sammy...I am doing a project on your courage and bravery and I just so happen to run across your guestbook. Its no surprise that you have so many entries. We all miss you so much! Ty Ty went shopping with Mrs. Ada, Court, and I this past weekend. You would be so proud at how he has grown. I LOVE YOU SAMMY! Thank you for everything you have done for me and my family! You are amazing and in my heart forever!

Brenda Shaw

January 16, 2008

Sam, Tomorrow is your birthday and I find myself thinking about you today and how much we all miss you and wish you were here with us. Happy Birthday from Aunt Darlene, I love you!

November 29, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Matt

September 19, 2007

Dear Large family. i knew sam when i was in crew chief school. i didnt a get a chance to know him well, but he was always friendly and very well liked by all who knew him. my deepest sympathies for your loss. i often find myself thinking about him and nick. They made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. i will never ever forget either of them as long as i live, and i am grateful i had the priveledge of knowing them. my prayers go out to you. god bless.

August 6, 2007

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

July 26, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Large and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

July 13, 2007

I just wanted to say thank you to the family, a great deed to serve one's country and its people...your son, brother,husband,father, and friend left a mark on this world and made it a better place I know God will cover you with his grace...my heartfelt sorrow for your loss...

Your Aunt, Darlene Shaw

July 5, 2007

Lil Sam, Today the 4th of July...I have found myself thinking a lot about you today..I sure miss you and love you!!!!

May 28, 2007

Son,
On this Memorial Day my thoughts are with you. we miss you so very much.You are my angel.

Mary Sovie

February 17, 2007

On this year anniversary I just want to say thank you Sam for your service and sacrifice....you will never be forgotten. I know the pain in the hearts of those you left behind and it forever links our hearts together. We will always share this anniversary date that forever changed our lives, broke our hearts and altered the path of our lives. You and Nic were best buddies on earth as I am sure you are in heaven. We know you both are watching over all of us! To all the family and friends of Sam, please know that we pray for you all each and everyday.{{{{{HUGS}}}}}
Mary (Mom of Lcpl. Nicholas Sovie 7/28/85 - 2/17/06)

Garnet Jenkins

February 17, 2007

In Remembrance of this Fine Young Marine, Lance Cpl. Samuel W. Large, on the first anniversary of the day he lost his life while in the service of our Country.

May Samuel, rest safely in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord continue to be with the Large family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4

May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers Samuel's sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

Stephanie Barfield

October 30, 2006

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

May God Bless your family during this time. I Lost my brother 9/1/05
in Iraq (Ssgt. George R. Drauhn Jr.)I promise the days will get easier!

Darlene Shaw

September 25, 2006

Sam, aunt Darlene here wanting to say that I am thinking of you and sure do miss your smile and not a day goes by that you are not thought of.We love you always!

shannon hayes

September 16, 2006

Sam, I just wanted to say that i love and miss you so much and not a day goes by that i dont think of you, look out for us from heaven cuz... I love you always, cousin sissy

Darlene Shaw

July 4, 2006

Lil Sam, Today,the 4th of July, I am thinking of you and all that you did so that the rest of us could live in a country that is free. God bless and keep you in his open arms! We love and miss you. Aunt Darlene

Shanan Smith

June 19, 2006

Happy Father's Day to Sam Large's Father. I know he is in Heaven looking down with his Heavenly Father asking for "Extra Special Blessings" for you this year and always. I can only imagine how hard of a time this must be for the Family. From what I have heard from his mother and read from others, Sam was the most wonderful example. I know that will be carried on. All my Love, Prayers and Friendship. Shanan in Michigan

Meri Brown

June 18, 2006

Sam,

I am thinking about you today. I know that you are watching over Tyler and Mr. Sam on this special day. I will always remind Tyler how much you love him. You will always have a special place in my heart and everytime I look at Tyler, that place grows bigger and bigger. Happy Father's Day!!

mom

June 18, 2006

Dear Son,

We miss you so, so much. I wanted to wish you a Happy First Fathers Day. Tyler spent the weekend with us and I gave him a special hug and kiss for his daddy.He's got your beautiful sky blue eyes.Your daddy missed you today too, as he does each and every day. But, especially today. We love you so much.

P.S Got some bags of your dirty laundry from Jacksonville this week, and I could see you smiling at me. I will never forget all the dirty clothes you use to leave me, especially the pile you hid from me when you left for boot camp.I had to laugh when I got those dirty clothes. I knew you were standing there giggling. I love you son. Love mom

June 10, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

Shanan Smith

June 1, 2006

If the eyes are truly a window to ones Soul... this picture shows one of the most beautiful of spirits. What a precious Smile as well! Although my words can't replace you, my family of 7 is forever grateful to you for your service and protecting this country that we live in. Thank you for having the "courage" to fight for this country and fight for freedom, and to also strive for better things in your life. What an example you were while on this earth! I pray your family will have God's peace one day after the shock of losing you is still not so fresh. You are what makes American's proud! My family does not forget this verse either..." No greater love hath any man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friend " John 15:13

With love from Michigan this Georgia raised mother sends her deepest sympathy~

Semper Fi!

Darlene Shaw

May 30, 2006

Remembering you on this Memorial weekend and every weekend. Thanks Sam for all you did for all of us to keep us livng in the Land of the Free

Kathy & Don Pawson

May 29, 2006

You don't know us, but we know of you through our son Capt Greg Pawson. Samuel was a true American Hero. Our hearts share in your pain. We just want you to know you are being thought of today, on this Memorial Day. You are in our prayers. Thank you and thanks to your family for the sacrifice you have all made to our country to make this a safer place to live.

In Christ's Love,

Ada Large

May 29, 2006

Dearest Son,

We are thinking of you and all the Fallen this Memorial Day and everyday, Son you were ALWAYS OUR HERO. We all miss you so much.

"ALL GAVE SOME,SOME GAVE ALL"

Love, mom

Stephanie Matthews

May 25, 2006

Ada i did not know your son but I talked to you today at the bank. I am very sorry for your loss. As you know my brother, Ryan Anderson, also a Marine was killed in a car accident on March 11, 2006. He was home on leave waiting for his school to start in California. Althought my brother and your son did not know each other they are now in heaven together looking down on us!! May god be with you.

mom

May 13, 2006

Hey Son, We went to Tylers 1st birthday today. You would have been so proud. He took his first steps today.He has your beautiful big blue eyes.I wished you could have been there.We all thought of you, even your pic was on Tylers cake. The pic I took of you in the hospital holding him. We all miss you! We love you.God Bless and much love. mom

Suzanne Koffman Stewart

May 8, 2006

I came upon this notice quite by accident and was stunned to learn of your loss. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Aunt Darlene Shaw

May 4, 2006

Lil Sam, I will remember you always, always!

ROBYN GARSIDE

May 2, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR THE LITTLE ONE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI

MARINE MOM

Sam Large

April 22, 2006

Hey buddy we took Sissy to MO-Mo Ya's for her birthday it was you and her favorit place to go. We missed you not being there with us we so wanted you there. I love you Son and pray for you everyday. Not a day goes by that you are in my thoughts I love you

Your Dad

Sam

mom

April 19, 2006

Dear Lil' Sam, You were going to be home this week. you told Sissy you would be here for her birthday this Sat, the 22nd of April. God knows we were so looking forward to you coming home. We miss you so much son. You will always be home in our hearts and memories forever.We love you so much! We will tell Tyler all about you so he will know what a great dad he had.He will be so proud of you, as we are. love you, mom

Pam Taylor Tovey

March 27, 2006

Dear Little Sammy,

Thank you for serving our country. I am very proud of you.

Amanda Carpentier

March 24, 2006

Dear Large Family-I am so sorry to hear about Sam's death. He and I go way back to when you lived in Florida next door to Donna and Darren. I'm their neice Amanda. Sam, Courtney, my brother Corey and I all used to play together when we were little. You are all in my prayers. God Bless!

Brent Mitzel

March 24, 2006

To the family of Samuel Large,

I was very sorry to hear about Sam's death. We met in boot camp at Parris Island. We were in the same platoon. He was a very nice man and I was happy to be apart of his life. I would like to send my deepest regrets on this terrible incident. The Lord be with you.

Cpl. Mitzel

Mildred Meléndez Sánchez

March 18, 2006

Dear Large Family:

My brother the airman Staff Sgt. Luis Meléndez Sánchez from Puerto Rico lost his life in the same accident. My family prayers and condolences thoughts are with all of them to rest in peace…

Ssgt James Roberts

March 10, 2006

Dear Large Family,

Words cannot describe how sorry I am for your loss. I had the distinct honor to have Sam work for me here in Africa. I have known him since he was in Crew Chief School where I was an instructor at the time. I was able to see him excel everyday in his job from the very beginning. He was a truly special person and all of us are better off for knowing and working with him. I pray that God will comfort you in your grief and that you know he will be truly missed here among his friends. You will always be in my toughts and prayers.

March 6, 2006

Ada Large

March 6, 2006

Thank you to all who have sent your love, support and condolences.Our lives will never be the same without our son, he is missed by us all so, so much.Thank you all so much for your support. Sam's mom -Ada Large

Mary Sovie

March 6, 2006

I am sending my condolences to Whitney and Tyler and Sam's parents & siblings and to all of his friends. My heart aches for them as my heart aches for the loss of my son. Sam & Nic were best buddies and the thought of them gone is heart wrenching. I have never personally met the families, but feel I know them from conversations with Nic. We have some great pictures of Sam & Nic. I have a new friend in Whitney and plan on staying in touch with her....Sam & Nic would have wanted that for us. Just remember that we have "Marine Angels" looking out for us. They are always with us....love never dies. They are heroes who gave up everything for our freedom...they will never be forgotten. I love you all and I am praying for you too. God Bless! Mary

Paula Atkins-Miller

March 1, 2006

To the Large family & friends, My prayers are with you all. Be Blessed.

Jennifer Kummer

February 28, 2006

Dear Large Family,

I would like to extend my sympathy to your family. Although I did not know your son personally, He was and will forever be in the Marine Family. I continue to pray for each of you during this time.

Brandon Swafford

February 28, 2006

I had physics with Sam when I was in 12th grade and Sam was in the 11th. I remember him being voted as the "Prince" (junior version of king) at my senior prom. He was a nice guy and I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.

Brandon Swafford

Traci and Matt Uhrich

February 28, 2006

Our heartfelt thanks for your sacrifice. You are forever a hero in Heaven as you were on Earth. Our prayers go out to all who knew and loved you.

Jason Estright

February 27, 2006

To the Family and Friends of Samuel,

My heart goes out to you in this time of loss. I want to thank him for protecting my freedoms. (A life long friend of Bryan Willard and his family)

Rene Letourneau, Sr.

February 26, 2006

I attended the Funeral for Samuel Large, Jr. today. It was an honor to meet Mr. Large, Sr. Our paths crossed because my son served with his son in Djibouti in the same shop. It was very emotional for me. I can only imagine the emotions his family is feeling. I am always available if I could be of any help to the family. I can say that the emotions for Sam Jr. is felt over the entire world. It is very hard for the Marines that are left behind. They are making a tribute patch for their fallen heroes. In addition, they are contemplating getting tatoos to honor them. I feel like the Large family are now a member of my family and I know they are a member on my son's family. God Bless the Large family and all the others who lost loved ones on this terrible day.

Carol Michel

February 25, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. My son served with Samuel in Africa and at New River. On behalf of my son and I, please know that Sam gave his life for the noblest of duties, defending our great nation. May you find some measure of comfort by that thought. Again, my son and I send our deepest sympathies.

Carrie Rider

February 25, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. I was so sad for you when I met you just because he had been gone for so long. I know his family was very proud of him, his dad spke very highly of him. Be strong for the baby.

Alan Cook

February 24, 2006

Thank you for being an American hero & protecting our freedom. God Bless you, your family, your friends, & everybody's heart you have touched. Alan(lifelong friend of Capt. Bryan Willard)

sherry & dylan reese

February 24, 2006

we are so sorry about your loss. i do not know what your going through but i thank god every day for what our soldiers are doing for our country. our prayers go out to the family. i'm truely sorry for your loss.

Phillip Hayes

February 24, 2006

I just returned from my Uncle's memorial service today and saw that Samuel had given his life for the ideals and belief that he was helping to make the world a better place for his family and my own. My Uncle Howard "Kin" Kinney was a hero himself who served in three wars dating back to WWII. I know that he and Samuel are together in our Savior's arms.

Valorie Booth

February 24, 2006

God Bless the Large Family.

My prayers are with you.

Lynn Sanders

February 24, 2006

My prayers are with you all!! He was truely loved by many and will be forever missed.

Sanders Family

Rene Letourneau

February 24, 2006

Sam was a great guy. I had the honor to work with him on a daily basis. The world is a lesser place without him. My heart goes out to the family. I am sorry for your loss. He brought the life into the shop and he is diffenetly missed.

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