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Cody Bryan Obituary
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BRYAN, Cody L. SGT of Kettering, OH, 22 years old, U.S. Army stationed at Fort Carson, CO passed away unexpectedly Friday, October 14th, 2011 from complications after surgery for an injury he sustained while in Iraq on his 2nd tour. He was a member of the 3rd Battalion, 29th Field Artillery Regiment, Gulf Company. He was a combat veteran with two tours in Iraq. He was a proud member of the "Pacesetters" whose motto is "Duty First, Iron Strong" which described Cody perfectly. Cody was the Companies "Go-To" man who never failed to complete his missions. He was a consummate warrior and a protector of the weak. Cody was born November 13, 1988 in Dayton, Ohio and graduated in 2007 from Kettering Fairmont High School. Cody is survived by his wife Megan (Moore) and two wonderful children; his daughter Kaydence, and his son Ian, with a baby boy Tanner due in two months. Cody grew up in Kettering with parents Rick and Raelynn and sisters Brittany and Rachel. His mother Debi (Smith) and sister Devin live in Nebraska. Cody's gift of sharing laughter with those around him will be missed by those who knew and loved him each and every day. His strength and courage is something everyone should strive for. He was looking forward to an honorable discharge from the Army so he could study counseling and continue to help others. He was the best son a Mom and Dad could have, a helping brother, a strong man, a giving husband, a loving father, and the greatest friend a person could have. Friends may call from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 24, 2011 at the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME - FAR HILLS CHAPEL, 5471 Far Hills Ave. Dayton, Ohio 45429, with the funeral service and military honors at 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Megan for their children. Condolences may be made to www.tobiasfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Cody Bryan
February 9, 2012
I still think about your family and how Cody has touched everyone's lives...he was a strong, determined young man, and your family is amazingly strong throughout this whole process. My deepest sympathy goes out to you,
Love, Sarah Boone
timothy luke
January 26, 2012
To:
Megan Kaydence Ian And Tanner
My Condolence Goes out to you guys. I knew Cody for 3 1/2 year. We were station together In Fort Sill and in Fort Carson we were deployed to Iraq in 2010-2011. I miss him every day he was Friend and brother to me. R.I.P SGT Cody L. Bryan
A Mom
November 28, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. May this promise help you through your grief:(Isaiah 2:4) . . ."And he will certainly render judgment among the nations and set matters straight respecting many peoples. And they will have to beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning shears. Nation will not lift up sword against nation, neither will they learn war anymore."
sheila jordan
November 24, 2011
Thank you Cody for your sacrifice for our freedoms. My deepest condolences to the family.
Feightner
November 21, 2011
Thank you for your Sacrifice to give us Freedom .Prayers goes out to all of Codys Family and his Fallen solders in Arms .RIP CODY
Kim
November 12, 2011
Please accept my condolences for the loss of Cody. As each of you feel the loss of a son and husband and father in similar and yet very individual ways, I pray that you will remember to pull together and not isolate youself in your grief, but share it with each other. Memories are precious, but they are gifts to be shared and passed. I give you my thanks for Cody's service for the freedom that I, my children and my grandchildren hold so dear. God Bless.
November 11, 2011
Thank you for the sacrifices you have made. Rest in peace
Kelley Kaiser
November 8, 2011
Thank you Cody for being such a wonderful young man! My deepest sympathy to your family and bless you for your service.
Evie Heimer
November 7, 2011
Thank you for your sacrifice for my freedom.
pat diehl
November 7, 2011
God bless you Cody. Thank you for serving.
Fellow Veteran
November 5, 2011
Thank you for your service.
Brandon Schmitz
November 2, 2011
My most heartfelt "Thank-you" goes out to the Bryan Family for blessing this world with such an incredible young man who touched everyone he came across. Cody was & is an incredibly kind hearted individual who will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him.
sally margaret turner
November 1, 2011
To The Family and Loved Ones of Cody Bryan may the peace and grace of Jesus sustain you now and always. I am very grateful for Cody's service to our country and protecting my freedom.
A Vietnam Widow from South Carolina
A grateful American
October 28, 2011
Thank you for protecting my rights. God bless you.
Stromas Flowers and Gift Shop
October 27, 2011
I waited patiently for the Lord, and He inclined unto me, and heard my cry. Psalm 40:1. We want you to know that God's Strength is your strength and you can lean upon Him for comfort. Remember your loved one with much kindness and share his love with each other. In every need, God will supply. God is always close to you. May God Bless and Keep you in His care!
Diana Harris
October 26, 2011
To the Smith and Bryan Family,
I can't begin to imagine your heartache. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and courage during this time. Debi, thank you for sharing stories, pictures, and the deep love for your son, Cody.
With caring thoughts.
Rich Dickman
October 26, 2011
I feel I must tell you that as a Patriot Guard Rider you never get used to funerals. They get to all of us and the reason for the dark sun glass that many of us wear while standing a flag line and even after dark. The funeral for Cody was a difficult one from the moment the plane landed till we left the visitation the next day after our "final salute". I have attended my share of funerals and we will all remember Cody in the years to come. I know I speak for the rest of the PGR when I wish your family the strength that you will need to get through this trying time. Take comfort in knowing that we will also never forget him and will be there should you ever need us.
Stefanie Monger
October 26, 2011
Megan and family,
Anthony and I are sorry for you loss. Cody was a good guy and you and your children are in our prayers.
Lou Ann
October 26, 2011
My prayers are with you and your family. Please find comfort in your memories of Cody and the blesings he has left you. He is now the angel watching over all of you, with that beautiful smile.
Kay Cantril
October 26, 2011
I posted earlier and have read some of the posts that were written in Cody's honor. From the posts they describe Cody's characteristics and personality so very similar to my late husbands. So although I never knew him personally, I feel like I did. My husband was all the time joking and playing pranks. He just wanted others to smile and stayed a kid at heart all though he turned out to be a fantastic Dad. Megan I wish I could talk to you to offer you support in your time of need and listen if that is what you need or give you a few kind words if it would make you fell better if only for a little while and help you face the days ahead. I could not be selfish enough to ask my husband to try to suffer another day for me. I was Thankful his suffering had ended although he was the love of my life and always will be, he will forever be in my heart. Sometimes I see things that I think is a message from him that things will be okay. Lord, I know you are going through a tremendous amount of pain but still feel like I need to offer you this advice. Sometimes when we lose a spouse we punish ourselves for still being on this earth so we out of respect for our loved ones don't want to be happy and enjoy what time we have left. Please do not do that. Put yourself in Cody's place.....had you passed before him would you want him to suffer your passing day after day. I don't think so. You would want him to be happy and enjoy life with your kids and that is going to be one of the hardest things you will have to do. You just like in my case can look at your children and see their father in them. That is a blessing. I am guessing but from the pictures I have seen your children are young. Mine were teenagers and it has effected them drastically. In my eyes Cody was a hero and his children one day will be so proud of him for the person and father he was. With the Lord behind you and His arms around you, you will be able to face the days ahead. I know personally that I have prayed for strength to just get through another day and He has given me that strength and I pray He will give it to you also. [email protected] if you just need anyone to talk too.
Mark Carpenter
October 26, 2011
May God pour out his blessings over you and your family in this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
I will always remember Cody from ice hockey as a good and respectful kid with a kind heart.
October 26, 2011
Those we love must someday pass beyond our present sight. They must leave us, and the world we know, without their radiant light. We know that like a glowing star, their lovely light will shine, to brighten up another place, more perfect...more Divine. Even as the sun goes down to end the light of day, its rising on a new horizon somewhere far away. And though our world seems darker for the loss of one we miss, our loved ones life is dawning in a brighter world than this.
Natalie Foley
October 26, 2011
Megan,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. No one should have to be so strong so young. I am keeping you and your children in my thoughts and prayers.
Kerry Cantrell
October 26, 2011
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
Tara Knopp
October 25, 2011
Megan, Rachel, and Family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. My heart is heavy for you all. I hope you find strength through this difficult time.
"What the heart has once known, it shall never forget." -Author Unknown
missy mitchell
October 25, 2011
Megan, I knew your grandpa Russ, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. I honor Cody for the duty and sacrifice he gave to protect our country and freedom. God bless him! Take care of yourself and the kids. Missy
Danielle Brannock
October 25, 2011
Megan you and I were always good friends..we may have lost contact but I still think of u as a good friend. I knew Cody since third grade and I can only imagine what this feels like you and your babies are in my prayers! Love and thoughts are with you R.I.P. Cody
Joan Sansone
October 25, 2011
I was a passenger on the Delta plane I just thought what a beautiful sweet family you were, as we all waited to board,with no idea of your loss. I have been praying for your family. God bless you all.
Virginia Hall
October 25, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lynn Ramos
October 25, 2011
The family of Cody are all in my prayers. I did not know Cody, or know any of you, but I was aboard the Delta flight Monday morning that brought him part of the way home. Ironically I was flying from a weekend business convention that pays tribute to our free enterprise system, our freedoms, and all of our military personel. I know that freedom is not free, and Cody and his family have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Megan, it was silent on the place that morning as all who boarded and found their seats realized that we would all be flying with a TRUE HERO... I silently prayed for you while I watched the salute from the plane window and I've been praying for you and your family ever since. Please know that he was greatly honored by all from the plane window after you and your family were escorted off the plane in Atlanta. We watched in silence with tears in our eyes, and I'm sure all aboard were truly thankful for our freedoms. I sincerely thank you for being the wife of a great service man who fought for our countries freedom. I was honored to be a part of that flight that morning. Words cannot express my deep grattitude for Cody's service. God Bless you, your children, your baby on the way, and all the family and friends of this great, great young man.
October 25, 2011
To the Bryan family - We did not know you well, but remember
Cody from baseball and football, as he was the same age as our Kevin. You (parents) were always such hard workers for your kids - mom working 2 jobs @ Applebees and ? the base. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and God Bless Cody for protecting all of us. Kevin was at the visitation for our family. Always be proud of the wonderful son that you raised. With deepest sympathy. The Butts Family - Molly, Darell, Bryan and Kevin.
Alexandra Stan
October 25, 2011
Our Deepest Condolences to Cody, a friend, a classmate, and an American hero. Our loss is Heavens gain.
Megan, stay strong, you haven't lost him, he is in your heart, forever. God Bless.
Linda Hoskinson
October 25, 2011
Cody was one of my students during his sixth grade year at Kettering Middle School. He was a fine young man. I stood with other Kettering Middle School staff members along Far Hills Avenue as Cody was brought home. Thank you Cody for your service to our country. To Megan and children, our family is in prayer for each of you and your extended family.
Bob Todd
October 25, 2011
you wer here with Chad a few times, we will miss you, God bless, and Gods speed
Cindy Carroll
October 25, 2011
Megan, I'm so sorry to hear the news about Cody. Please know that I'm keeping you, your beautiful babies, and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Cody must have been a wonderful man and I'm sorry I never got to meet him. Love you.
The Klatzkins
October 25, 2011
Our condolences to the family of a brave man. May his memory live in your lives and inspire us all. May you be comforted from Heaven.
October 25, 2011
Because I care your sorrow is mine. God bless.
Jan Baver (Chad and Ryan's grandma)
Kimberly Jaeger
October 25, 2011
To Cody's family and friends, I am a stranger in North Carolina, but I witnessed the ceremony held for Cody as he was brought out of the airplane yesterday. I want to let you all know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of MANY, as hundreds of strangers watched and prayed together, honoring Cody from inside the airport, as this ceremony was taking place. Thank you for your service to our country.
Alexandra & Andrew Monnig
October 25, 2011
Megan Im so sorry to hear all this! Enrique asked me if i heard what happened and when Claudia told me my heart dropped.. you guys were truely in LOVE! your beautiful kids and soon to be another, your a strong woman and i know youll make it.. we all adored Cody and this tradegy is shocking! Im here for you if you need me.. Hope you come back home so i can see you guys! Your in my thoughts every day! If you read this megan find me and contact me!
Denise Price
October 25, 2011
Rick & family, my deepest condolences. Words cannot express the loss you must be feelilng. But please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Denise Price & family.
Lloyd Slonaker
October 25, 2011
Rick, Rae, Debi, Megan and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Cody was such a free spirit and he touched so many people. He was always the prankster that everyone loved. His impact to our lives will be felt forever. He will be missed. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lloyd, Kris, Kelly and Kate.
October 25, 2011
This heartbreaking news reached me in New York just prior to an overseas flight...I have spent the last 2 1/2 years teaching young Soldiers like Cody how to access information they can use when deployed to places like Iraq and Afghanistan, and have had the chance to experience first-hand the incredible dedication and bravery and commitment made by Soldiers like Cody. We all owe Cody our gratitude and our respect. Cody and his family will be in my prayers. Bill Setchell
October 25, 2011
To Cody's wife, children, family, and friends, i am truly sorry for your loss and can still hardly believe that Cody has passed. I got to play a number of fun hockey seasons with Cody. I always looked up to him because he was one of the older kids on the team and always led by example. He was a funny, ambiguous kid who enjoyed playing a hard game of puck with his teammates. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who knew Cody and also to the rest of our brave soldiers fighting to help protect our freedom. Thank you for everything Cody, your spirit will live on. MT
Teresa Campbell
October 25, 2011
To the Bryan Family,
My family and I want to offer our prayers, along with those of a grateful nation, for the great sacrifice Cody made in service to his country.
The Bible says "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted." I believe that God will shed his blessings on you at this time. These are times when our Faith is tested the most, and yet it is Faith that will see us through the sorrow and agony of this tragedy.
I know that your faith will keep you strong. Please know that the prayers of so many people are with you and your wonderful family. I hope that you can find some solace in knowing that your loss is shared so deeply.
I pray that God gives you the grace to carry on. You can be proud of Cody's ultimate service to his country.
Cody was a true hero. You have my very deepest sympathy.
Kimberly
October 25, 2011
I did not know Cody but I just want to say thank you for allowing your angel to serve his country. It takes a real hero to make that decision. May God bless your family in this time of rememberance of an angel gone home to be with the Lord.
Karma Nichols & Family
October 25, 2011
It is a high price to pay for our freedom, a human life of a loved one. Our sympathies are with you and your family. We thank God for men like Cody, who are willing to fight and die for our freedom. Praying for you in the months to come.
October 25, 2011
Cody will forever be in our hearts and prayers. No mother, father, child, wife,family, friend nor country should suffer this tremendous loss, I am so sorry. Our thanks to this honorable young man for his service to our country. Jeannette Costabile
October 25, 2011
Rick and Rae and family, we are so sorry to hear of Cody's passing. I can remember your stories of Cody when we worked together and remember him at your wedding. Our thanks for Cody's service to our country and his ultimate sacrifice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family during this difficult time. Anne and Jim Kreider
October 25, 2011
Rick and Family, please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Son, Our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you grieve the loss. Thank you so much for allowing your Son to service our Nation.
Terry Brinston, Armament Branch Director, Robins AFB GA.l
a mother and grandma
October 25, 2011
thank you..... it seam's so small to say. you risked and gave your life for us. you left behind a wife and two small children for us and anather child that will never see you, the dad he lost fighting for our country. THANK YOU
Diane Salisbury
October 25, 2011
To the wife and family of Cody Bryan. Please know you are not alone in your grief for such an awful loss. We lost Gustavo Rios on June 20th of this year, and the loss is devastating, horrific, and just unbelievable! To this day the grief has not subsided. God Bless You and keep you in His Loving Hands during this time. Just know that you are in the hearts of every parent, spouse, and relative and brother or sister-in-arms at this time. We are all grieving your loss, although you may not feel this, please know this to be true. God Bless you and I'm so sorry for such a huge loss. My heart aches for you. Most sincerely,
Robert and Ulrike Blankenship
October 25, 2011
We found this to dedicated to you Cody sleep well soldier. Know that you are honored. Your. Name is not forgotten. We stand humble bowed in awe and sorrow before your sacrafice. Sleep well Soldiers. Sleep well we will remember you.
Lilly Blase
October 24, 2011
Debi & all of Cody's family,
I am saddened to learn of Cody's death in service to our country. My deepest sympathies to all of you. Take care.
Ed Pokorski
October 24, 2011
Family and friends of Sgt Cody Bryan,
It is impossible to express the sorrow I felt for you upon hearing of the loss of Cody. I graduated from Kettering Fairmont 1990, and I did not know him, I offer a sincere thank you for his service and gracious sacrifice. Stood out on Far Hills Ave for the procession and to give respect for him. May he rest in peace and may God comfort you all during this difficult time. God Bless America!
My Deepest sympathy,
Jean Reazer
October 24, 2011
Dear Megan, I am so sorry to hear you have lost your beloved son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, especially his wife and children, at this terrible time. My granddaughter and her husband are now at Ft Campbell, where he is training to go to Afghanistan. I am so proud of them (but also so worried). Where would we be without the service and sacrifice of so many great soldiers like your son, who fight so hard to keep our country free. Thank you, Cody.
Brittany Grotha-Daugherty
October 24, 2011
Megan, you Kaydence, Ian, and new baby are all in my thoughts and prayers! if you need anything please dont hesitate to call me.
October 24, 2011
Dear Megan and Family: Please accept our deepest sympathy, you are in our prayers. Richard, Barbara, Lori, Mandee and Russell Keith
Theressa Lawson
October 24, 2011
My son graduated from Fairmont in 2009, so when I read this my heart just went out for you. My prayers are with you during this time of loss. My husband is also retired from the military, so Thank you for your service Cody!
October 24, 2011
Mother of a Soldier
Pride of heart, hope and fear
All for the child once so near,
Child no more, but ACU's?
Not the life that she would choose.
Mother of a Soldier please understand
The child you raised is now a man.
Patriot Soldier, dirt and dust
His path is clear, the cause is just.
Hold onto the child,
embrace the man
A mother's love it can withstand.
A swell of pride keeps her strong
He's been her child all along.
robert and ulrike blankenship
October 24, 2011
our prayer go out to the families. never forgotten will he because he is never faraway because he is in your heart there he will remain forever.
thank you for serving our country.rest in peace cody.
Katie, Laila & Brad Coffell
October 24, 2011
Megan,
I pray that God wraps you in his arms and gives you the strength to pull through this. I'm saddened that Cody had to leave so young and unexpectedly, but I'm thankful that you two built your family in the time you had together. Cherish the memories you shared together and he will always live on through your 3 children. Sending all of our Love
October 24, 2011
You have my deepest sympathies. Service to your country is the by far one of the greatest gifts any person can give. My son is also the same age, stationed at Ft. Carson and in the Army in Afhganistan. My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family in this time of loss.No one can ever know the pain and loss your family is feeling..just remember Cody was a true hero...
Cara, Eric, Ty
Shannon Green
October 24, 2011
Dear Bryan Family, Jordy and I are saddened beyond words at your loss. I will always remember Cody's great attitude and sense of humor during Blue Hawks hockey. Bless him for his service to our country. A tremendous young man.
Karen Webb
October 24, 2011
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Larry Benson
October 24, 2011
On behalf of all the Air Force, FTD and NASIC alumni who have been a part of your extended family, please accept our sincerest sympathy devoted to the entire family along with our deepest gratitude for the life Cody dedicated to our Nation. We will always be here for you and will always honor Cody. Larry Benson, NASIC Alumni Association
Jim Dennis
October 24, 2011
My son Rob,my family, and I send our deepest sympathies to you on your loss of Cody while in service to our country.He was a wonderful young man who we had the privilege of knowing while playing Dayton Bluehawks hockey.
L Deen
October 24, 2011
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We remember Cody very well from EKRC baseball. He was a lot of fun to be around. Sincerely, Bob & Lori Deen
carl massey
October 24, 2011
Megan I am so sorry for your loss.. Emily and I are here for you.
Stacey Haines
October 24, 2011
Megan,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for you and the kids at this tradgic time. My God be with you and always bless you with his love and strength. No one can take away the wonderful memeories you'll hold dear to your heart of Cody.
jane bond
October 24, 2011
My sincerest condolences to Cody's wife, his children, his parents and the rest of his family and friends. May your memories of him comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Michael Scoggins
October 24, 2011
Rae, Megan, and Family, I do not have the words to assuage the sorrow you must feel at the loss of such a tremendous young husband and father. You are in my and Rhonda's thoughts and have our deepest sympathies. If there is anything we can do for you, especially here in Colorado Springs, please don't hesitate to contact us. –Mike and Rhonda Scoggins
Sabrina Furlow
October 24, 2011
Rick, Rae, Megan and Family: Terry and I are truly sorry for Cody's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Mike Ronayne
October 24, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Cheryl Juliano
October 24, 2011
"Brittany and family. Our deepest condolences go out to you during these tough times. We remember Cody as a fun-loving young man. Cody touched the hearts of our family before his service in the United States Army, and remainds to do so now. With all the love that your family shares i'm certian that his children will grow up remembering their dad and in a loving home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."
Cheryl Juliano and Family
October 24, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Terry Chown
October 24, 2011
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your son. My prayers are with your family.
October 24, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
October 24, 2011
May GOD bless this young mans family.
October 24, 2011
GOD Bless the Sgt. Cody Bryan Family. Thank you Sgt. Bryan for your service & ultimate sacrifice.
Stoney and Alysia Brooks
October 24, 2011
Cody will not be forgotten for his brave servce to our country. We would like to express our deepest sympathies to all the family and close friends. He will be missed by all. We are praying for all of you during this sad time and in the future.
October 23, 2011
Bryan Family, Thank you Cody for your service for our freedom. God Bless you all. Yvonne C. Thacker and Family (Former Co-worker of Rick)
Cody and Chad
October 23, 2011
To the Bryan Family,
Cody was like another family member to us and we are honored to have spent the past decade with Cody and his family. Aristotle once said that “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Cody always strived for excellence and because of his determination he will always be an inspiration us. Cody will always be in our hearts and his legacy will continue to live on. Love, The Bavers (Chad, Jim, Jill, Ryan and Kalie)
Amy Alan Abbie Zach Partee
October 23, 2011
Rick & Rae We are so very sorry for your lose Cody was dear to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you please call if there is anything we can do.
Carey Smith
October 23, 2011
Megan, I don't know you but I'm a fellow army wife with a husband stationed at Ft Carson. I am so very sorry for your terrible loss. Nothing anyone can say can bring him back, but I hope you can find a bit of comfort in knowing that your husband made a difference. He is a hero. And he will live on through your children. God bless you all.
October 23, 2011
As a sister of a Fallen Hero, Cpl Adam Jones, that gave his all in April of this year, my heart breaks for this family. I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. God Bless your family, may the Lord give you strength.
Kelly Jones-Collins
Jacque and Zach Davis
October 23, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Cody was a fine young man who will truly be missed. May God comfort you today and always. Our prayers are with you.
The Jarusiewic's
October 23, 2011
Thank you Cody for your memories as a great kid and young man! Thank you for your service to our country! We love you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all!
Deb Parsons
October 23, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with the Bryan family. Thanky you for what you did for our county. Your a hero.
Mann Family
October 23, 2011
Megan and Family
My family and I are Sorry for your loss. Cody was a great guy and brave for serving our country. May God bless you and your children while Cody watches over you. Stay Strong and remember and the memories you have had as a family.
Jess,Danica,and Caden
Linda Campanella
October 23, 2011
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, husband, father and brother. My thanks also for Cody's service to his country.
Carolee Ritter
October 23, 2011
Debi and all of Cody's family, I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Though I did not know Cody, from everything I've read, it's clear he was a young man you and our nation can be so proud of and grateful for the short time he spent living in and serving this world.
Ashley Rentz
October 23, 2011
Its a terrible thing that has happened to such a wonderful guy with a wonderful family. Stay strong Megan and I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Remember all the friends and family you have and lean on them. I honestly believe Cody was the best thing that happened to you. Your life grew into something so great once he became a part of it. Cody was a good guy and he will be missed by many I know. Its been a long time but I love ya girl and im here if you need anything.
mohan nuthakki
October 23, 2011
As a fellow resident of Kettering, it hits me hard whenever any soldier gets injured or fatality happens.
My prayers go to Mr.Cody L. Bryan and all his family members.
May God keep Cody with him and help his family and friends.
Emily Massey
October 23, 2011
To my cousin megan and her children and cody's family... This was a shock to everybody. I think about how everybody is dealing with this all day and night. Cody was a very good guy and served our country proud and was a great husband, son, and father. It truly breaks my heart that he had to go. Megan I love you so much girl and I am so sorry that you and your family have to go through this. Love you
October 23, 2011
Although I did not know Cody, my daughter went to Fairmont with him and Megan. May God bless Megan, his children and all his family during this difficult time and always. We thank you for your service. Rest in peace.
Laura Thomas
October 23, 2011
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Bryan family. As a daughter of a military veteran, thank for your service to our country.
K C
October 23, 2011
Thank you so much for all you did for our country! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
October 23, 2011
Do not remember me for how my life was taken, remember me for how my life was lived. Do not say my name and think of hatred and revenge. Say my name and think of my love within. Though you may miss me more at this time each year. Close your eyes and feel me near. I am with you in the silence when you try to wonder why. I am the strength that carries you throughout the day. I am the one in your heart telling you it's okay. I am there to listen, whatever you have to say. I am there to lay with you to keep you safe throughout the night. I am the sun that tells you to wake up and face another day. I am the wind against your face pushing you towards the right way. I am the first star you see every night, my love you can see shining bright. My love for you will live on, please be strong and carry on. We miss you Cody.
Kay Cantrill
October 23, 2011
I pray God Keep You in His Care and give you the strength to face the days ahead. I can sort of relate to what agonizing pain you must be going through. I lost my Father, Mother, and Husband in one year. They were not sudden deaths and my children and I will never be the same people we were. So when I say my heart bleeds for you it is sincere. Also My daughter-in-law is in the military and has been deployed twice. She has two granddaughters of mine. It was so heartbreaking for her when she had to deploy the last time and my first granddaughter was only 16 months old and she missed the first Christmas when my granddaughter was actually old enough to realize what it was all about. We just talked yesterday and she is looking at being deployed again and she will miss my second granddaughter's first birthday. The baby is just two months old but it has already started laying heavily on her heart. I didn't personally know Cody and that is why I choose to write all this. Most people can not comprehend all the sacrifices a member of the military and their families make in order to serve their country, keep us safe, protect out freedom and some give all. You have no choice but to grieve when you lose a loved one. What has worked for me is to just imagine that they have made a trip ahead of me. It could be California or Florida but this time it is Heaven and they are just waiting for me to make that trip to join them. Then one day I said to myself, you have to quit grieving their death, there was so much more to them than the day they died and it's time you started celebrating their lives. There was more wonderful memories than just that day. Cody's family will be in my heart and prayers. Cody even though I didn't know you personally, I thank you for all you gave and honor you and all the soldiers and their families for the sacrifices they endure everyday for me and my loved ones. God Bless You Always!
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