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Memories and Condolences
for Danny Dietz
Cristian Contreras
November 11, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I just want to say thank you for your service I think about Operation Red Wings daily and the sacrifice you made.... thank you and bless your soul Danny Dietz
Cale Bass
July 5, 2017
God bless you. Think about you and your team mates daily. Rest peacefully and thank you for protecting all of us.
Yates
June 29, 2017
Friend, you have been a model for me during and after your time. Been some years but you are not forgotten. Training, deployment, boxing to morning muster, you made us all laugh as a TEAM. The book stands atop of my bookshelf and is a daily reminder of the brave who willingly gave all, while those of us just gave ....God Bless you Danny.
Kim and Jim Straker
June 28, 2017
On this 12th anniversary of Operation Red Wings, we pause to pay tribute to the courage, heroism and outstanding efforts of Danny Dietz, his fellow SEALs and all who died in attempting to rescue the Team.
Time passes but all that they stood for remains as a superlative example of what is best in America.
To Danny's parents, family and friends, we wish you many of the better memories at this time.
Brandon Byrnes
April 18, 2017
Hey bro,
I never got to meet you but your legacy is what led me to make the final step into the Navy and to join special operations. I am out of the service now but living alongisde my fellow vets, striving to make life better for them. I realized today that I am the same age now that you were when you died and I can't help being thankful that I didn't have to die today surrounded by my enemies, although part of me wishes I could have been there to help you and your team. God Bless you and your family.
Kim and Jim Straker
June 29, 2016
Remembering and honouring the service of Danny Dietz, his SEAL team members and those who also died attempting to rescue them. Maria and Cindi - you can be sure your husband and your son is not forgotten.
October 2, 2015
God Bless you and your family and thank you !Danny will never be forgotten!
Straker
June 27, 2015
Danny, you, Mike and Axe are never forgotten. Our sincere good wishes to Danny's family and friends, hoping that you're able to enjoy all those memories of better times. Sincerely, Kim and Jim
June 25, 2015
I'm sending my condolences to the family of Danny P. Dietz, sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in Gods word. Micah 24:15
February 25, 2015
Thank you all for never forgetting my son
Marie Murphy
February 24, 2015
Dear Danny:
Your communications are loud and clear ten years later. I would like to thank you for your heroism, loyalty and love of our country. Your life ended too soon on that mountain, but you never had doubts about what you had to do. You will forever be etched in my heart and kept alive in spirit. Rest easy dear brother, your job is done. With gratitude, and love always, for a great man who helped keep us safe by your unselfish sacrifice of your own life.
Michael Scott
February 12, 2015
Rest in Peace Danny, Words cannot convey the gratitude I hold for your service and sacrifice.
Kim Clark
July 2, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Thank you Solidier for paying the ultimate sacrifice for your country. You will be missed by a multitude of people.
Dustin Peetz
June 28, 2014
RIP warrior, I was privileged to have known you. You are an inspiration my friend and will NEVER be forgotten. Until we meet again, God Bless
Charlie Gili
June 28, 2014
Remembering you today and always! We will not forget. May God bless your family and keep them strong.
Jamie Grove
June 28, 2014
Danny I sure am thinking about you. Thanks for always being a wonderful friend. I miss you.
JORDAN H
June 28, 2014
forever a hero, you are a true warrior, rest in peace
Straker
June 27, 2014
Remembering and honouring the service and sacrifice of PO 2nd cl Danny Dietz. The years roll by so quickly and much has changed since that fateful day in 2005 but the courage shown by you and your comrades shines bright across the years. Rest in peace Danny, rest in peace.
Kim and Jim
Angie Burris
March 24, 2014
Thank you for your service for us and our fellow Americans !! You are and will always be missed RIP <3
Kim Straker
February 20, 2014
Tomorrow the movie "Lone Survivor" opens here in Australia. While I'm sure that it tells much of what occurred on that mountain, I know that without the effort, courage and ultimate sacrifice of yourself, Murphy and Axelson, there would be no story. You each remain honoured and respected by all who were privileged to know you, and by those of us who only learned of you in later times. Rest easy PO2 Dietz.
Suzanne MacDaniel
February 19, 2014
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Danny will never be forgotten.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part. I salute you.
For those missing in action;for those who didn't make it home.I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.For every neatly folded flag;for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory. I salute you, allow me the honorto salute you with permission let me say even though I hold no rank know that from my heart my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part. I salute you.
I Salute You.
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M.Fisher KIA 12/1/04 Iraq -
~
Suzanne MacDaniel
Cherri McIlwain
February 2, 2014
to the family of Danny Dietz...I can't put into words how I feel and felt when reading about the heroism of Danny. As I type this tears roll down my cheeks...the sheer resiliency he showed when fighting for his country until his very last breath can't be described. Please know that this great man and all his efforts are more than appreciated. I can't speak for anyone else, but his story touched me the most!!! I pray that you know he's touched many lives and his memory won't be forgotten and that would each passing day, you find solace in the kind words spoken about Petty Officer Danny Dietz.
January 14, 2014
Thank you PO 2nd Class Danny Dietz for your service and sacrifice for our country. We will always remember you. Best wishes to your family.
National Chaplain, Ladies Aux. Military Order of the Purple Heart
June 30, 2013
On this 8th year of Remembrance of the sacrifice of Navy Cross Recipient Navy Seal Danny P. Dietz, we raise up his family - Parents Dan, Cindy, sister Tiffany, brother Eric, his wife Patricia and all of the Dietz family in prayers for Peace as they once again walk their path of remembrance. We are a Nation forever grateful but never able to convey properly our gratitude for such a deep sacrifice. May the God of Our Fathers watch over all the Gold Star Survivor Families of ORW this Sunday and bring them Peace. May this be our prayer this day.
Kim Straker
June 26, 2013
Petty Officer Dietz: Your service, courage, honor and humanity remain inspirational, and we hope that this anniversary brings some peace to those who love you.
Louis M
May 22, 2013
Danny is a true warrior, American Hero, and admired by all. RIP.
Charlie Gili
March 31, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also to let the Dietz Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
December 1, 2012
Danny Dietz-Still missed, remembered and honored even after all these years.
DeSimone
November 26, 2012
All of us are sending all the love and light we have to your family and wishing you were still here. Missing you every day Danny. You're always in our thoughts, prayers, dreams, and hearts my friend.
Crinna
November 25, 2012
You are my HERO!
You will NEVER be forgotten!
JORDAN H
July 6, 2012
to the family of Danny Dietz
I pray for you everyday.He is a true hero and will never be forgotten by me. So brave and gave up so much, fighting until the very end. I admire his courage. I Pray that God comforts you and blesses you. please know Dannys memory will never fade in my mind or heart. God bless you all
R.I.P DANNY
Loretta Mars
July 1, 2012
I don't think a day passes when I don't think of DJ and his family. I have sadness for this incredible young man, but deep respect for what he believed in. Rest in peace DJ. You will always be remembered and loved.
S.Allen
June 28, 2012
Remembering this special PO2 Danny Dietz on this the anniversary date of his passing. You will NEVER be forgotten. God Bless your family. Fair winds and following seas.
Brent Yingling
May 4, 2012
I have read a couple of books where Danny has been mentioned in the story. I will forever be grateful for what he and his team did and has done for all of us! You and your team are my Heroes! RIP Danny P. Dietz Jr.
Peggy Childers
June 29, 2011
June 28, 2011
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Danny P. Dietz:
Please accept my remembrance of Danny on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Loretta Mars
May 30, 2011
I am thinking of you today and feel honored to have known you.
You will always be remember with love and gratefulness.
Loretta Mars
Dennis Hurtado
May 6, 2011
God bless Danny's family and loved ones.
Janelle Cook
January 14, 2011
As your birthday approaches, you are remembered with love and pride. Your life continues to inspire others.
November 7, 2010
Thinking of you today
Brad Stueber
September 3, 2010
I wish I had known Petty Officer 2nd CL Danny P. Dietz. I just learned of his passing and even though some time has gone by since that day in 2005, I want to say, at this time, that I honor him for his bravery and his ultimate of all sacrifices. I salute his life and the giving of it and will not let him be forgotten.
To Danny's wife, children, parents, family and friends, I know you still miss him terribly...and still grieve in your own private ways. Life does go on here and laughter has returned, but I want to tell you that I will keep all of you in my prayers as long as God gives me the breath to do so. I have prayed for all of you before now without knowing of you before now. I have shed tears along with all of our soldier's families. I feel as if each of our soldiers are truly the sons and daughters of all Americans and therefore mine, too. Please know that you are not alone in your tears for Danny and know that you can contact me at any time you wish to talk or need some extra prayer. Regardless, prayers of may are spoken for you every day.
Danny, thank you for your life..and how you touched so many during your life. Thank you for your sacrifice of that life for the freedom of many. We will never forget you. Your work on earth will benefit many in future generations. I look forward to meeting up with you and getting to know you when my time on earth is over, also. Until then, rest in peace, our son. You well deserve it.
God bless Danny's family, friends and all who may read this.
Eric Walker
June 30, 2010
Here is to an Unbelievable Man with Unbelievable courage!!! Thank you Danny, May God Bless You!! We wil NEVER forget!!! R.I.P
S. Allen
June 28, 2010
Remembering a True Fallen American Hero that will NEVER be forgotten. God Bless your family.
Peggy Childers
June 28, 2010
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 2nd Class Danny P. Dietz:
Remembering Danny on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kim Straker
June 27, 2010
June 28, 2010
Written with the hope that all who love this fine young American, those who called him friend, those with whom he served and above all, his family, will have peace as they approach this anniversary. No one reading the story of the heroic actions of Danny and his mates could remain unmoved by the courage each showed in the face of great adversity. While we will always feel sad that these youngsters were granted so few years on earth, they leave behind examples of lives well lived, filled with purpose and a determination to do the right thing at all costs. We must always keep them in mind and try to be worthy of their sacrifice as we go about our daily tasks. Rest in peace Danny - rest in peace.
Troy Meredith
June 25, 2010
"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."
I will never forget!
June 1, 2010
My son there isn't a day that goes by that I don't miss you or cry for you. I wish you were still with us. Love Mom
S. Allen
May 31, 2010
Never to be forgotten an American Hero. Thank You.
Eileen Suggs
May 30, 2010
Memorial Day 2010...you are remembered. Thank you.
Lawrence Brown
May 13, 2010
Petty Officer 2nd CL DD; I am looking forward to meeting you in the after life. You will never be forgotten, ever. Come and visit me one night. God bless you and your family.
Christine Fano
February 10, 2010
I just finished reading "Lone Survivor" and was in awe of Danny's determination to protect his teammates while he was wounded. America will never forget him and his service to our great country.
Christine
Loretta Mars
October 24, 2009
DJ
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I know that you and Neal have met again and are both safe in Heaven.
Loretta
DANDAVE ELGERA
October 23, 2009
YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION YOU AND LT.MICHAEL MURPHY,YOU ARE A BIG LOSE BUT A GREAT INSPIRATION,WHEN I WILL HAVE A KID ILL NAMED HIM AFTER YOU DANNY AND IM JUST WAITING FOR MY IMMIGRANT VISA PETITION THEN ILL FOLLOW THE FOOTSTEP OF SEAL TEAM 10,SDV1,ILL BE THE NEXT MICHAEL MURPHY,THANK YOU DANNY WISH I HAVE BEEN THERE WITH YOU IN THE MOUNTAINS MYBE I CAN CHANGE THE TIDE OR I WISH I WAS THERE TO LEND MY PHONE WHEN YOUR COMM WAS DOWN.THANK YOU IT SADDENS ME TO SEE ALL OF YOU GO,THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN
Janelle Cook
September 11, 2009
On the anniversary of the event that started it all, know that you are thought of daily. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Cindy and family,
You are not forgotten either. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Caden has gotten big. I'm sure DJ's proud of all of you.
Jeff Wright
August 29, 2009
Danny and family,
In my prayers are the lives and memories of lost friends and loved ones. And forever in my memory will live the friends and lives that I have known and loved.
I met Danny in elementary and left littleton in my 9th grade year from Goddard.
Danny, I will never forget that interupted gathering on windermere when you became the center of attention, and I still admire the patience you gave to that situation until all was revealed. That was great.
I've seen everything the last few years but now have to tell your family that they were witnesses to the best part of us all and that you are one of the best men I have ever known. And I only knew you for a short time.
You will be forgotten by no one.
Thank you for bringing his life to all of those that did not know him and showing us all that the bravery and heroism of this country lived in littleton.
My father is on his sixth tour in Iraq and he wants to thank you for the all that you gave.
All of your family danny has my deepest sympathy and may you Rest In Peace, until we see you again.
Stephanie Rafoss
August 6, 2009
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen
Hugh Murray
July 3, 2009
2 years ago I was lucky enough to be invited to your Memorial and meet your wonderful family, friends and buddy's. Now I'm 3 weeks away from graduating Basic Training/AIT and you and your team are still my greatest inspiration. I may me the only soldier in the Army that brags about the SEALs. The 4th of July will always be a day I remember as honoring you. Blue Skies and thank you again for your service and ultimate sacrifice.
Peggy Childers
July 1, 2009
To the family of Petty Officer 2nd Class Danny P. Dietz:
Danny 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
Cindy Dietz
June 30, 2009
My son, I am so proud that you have touched so many lives. I miss you and love you very much.
Your Mother xoxo
Chad Harmon
June 29, 2009
PO2 Dietz,
Wanted you to know I spent time thinking today/yesterday and saying a prayer for you and your team. I will share your story of courage and sacrifice with my Daughter when she is old enough so that she may understand as you have so selflessly domonstrated that freedom never comes free. We have been working with your wife and will send her a picture of the memorial we worked on together when we go to see it at the memorial park that was done to honor your fallen brother Matthew Axelson.
Rest In Peace Danny
Kim Straker
June 28, 2009
Four years have passed - the world has changed so much in that time, and yet the memory of this fine young American continues to shine. His courage, devotion to duty and support to his comrades Mike, Matt and Marcus, to the bitter end, remains inspirational to all who cherish freedom, mateship and loyalty.
Rest in Peace Danny. May today bring to those who love you best some time for better memories. To Danny's family, I hope you find some comfort in the knowledge that these three young men remain in the hearts of people around the world.
Leslie Stover
June 28, 2009
I wore your shirt yesterday and had a couple of people ask me about you. I'm so honored to tell people about who you are, what you did and how I know you. I can't wait to see you again someday. Thank God for me for bringing you and your lovely wife into my life.
Maria (Patsy) Dietz
June 28, 2009
It has been 4 years.....it almost seems unreal that time is passing by so fast. I will forever miss you and celebrate your life on this day....can't wait to see your smile once again.
We love you, your Wife and Dogs.
Leslie Stover
June 26, 2009
I will always remember you DJ!! Miss you so very much.
Kenna Larra
June 17, 2009
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Don Earman
June 15, 2009
To a true Warrior. Sorry you had to give so much. I will share your story with as many people as possible.
Semper Fi
Jess Tip
June 10, 2009
RIP Danny... I have read Lone Survivor many times and still cry uncontrollably when I read your story. My prayers go out to your precious wife. I'm so very sorry for her loss. Your heroism will NEVER EVER be forgotten.
David Demery
June 5, 2009
Although I never knew you, I will NEVER forget you. Your bravery has inspired many. Legends never die. God Bless Your Soul.
Eileen Suggs
May 25, 2009
Not forgotten. Still admired. Thank you.
JERRY/JANET DIETZ
May 25, 2009
KEEPING YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ON THIS MEMORIAL DAY GOD BLESS YOU DANNY!!!
Leslie Stover
May 25, 2009
Hey DJ~
I think about you all the time. I wear my shirts or sweatshirts everyday. I enjoy sharing your story to everyone who ask about the shirts/sweatshirts. You are watching over me and I thank you for that. Thank you for being apart of my life DJ. You are so loved and missed.
S. Allen
May 24, 2009
Never Forgotten.
D. Talley
May 24, 2009
I think about you all the time and my girls ask about you constantly. I tell them you are watching over them and making sure they are safe. We miss you and love you greatly and we know you are in the comfort of the warmest company.
May 23, 2009
My Son, Here we are at our 4th Memorial Day, I wish you were here but you are at home resting in peace with our heavenly father. I love you and miss you Mom....
DOUG MOHR
May 22, 2009
DIETZ,
We left from the same place on the same day for the same reason, but you did something that seperated you from the rest of us. Your sacrifice will keep my six month old son safe for years to come. You and your family are in my prayers. Thank you.
Theresa Kallsen
April 23, 2009
Hey DJ do me a favor and watch over my nephew Donny in iraq he is doing his third tour there and I worry so. You met as young boys, you may not remember him but please keep a eye on him from above. Thankyou Love Theresa
Leslie Stover
January 26, 2009
Happy Birthday DJ!!!! I miss you so very much. I wear my sweatshirt all the time and get to explain who you are to people that ask how I know you.
Allen Layton
November 30, 2008
To the family and friends of PO Dietz, I haven't any novel words for you that haven't already been said. My respect and admiration for the SEALs and what they do is larger than life. My heart goes out to you for your loss. These men are the best this country has to offer...representative of the magnitude of greatness of the young men who train and sweat and hurt so that they might go to fight for our liberty and freedom. Danny is in the arms of our Father now...God Bless him, and God Bless you. <
Cindy Dietz
November 24, 2008
Son, I Love you and miss you
Mom
Leslie Stover
November 23, 2008
DJ~
You are always on my mind. I miss you very much seeing your smiling face at the teams. I know we'll see each other again.
Leslie Stover
Eric
November 17, 2008
Danny as always I just wanted to say thank you!!! Your memory along with all of the guys involved in "Red Wing" helps me through everyday!!! Thanks again...God Bless
Hugh Murray
November 12, 2008
I'm a day late posting but you and your buddies were in my thoughts yesterday DJ. Forever grateful to vets like you. Continued Blue Skies!
Hugh
Evan Peck
October 28, 2008
Thank you Danny for your sacrafice to this country, and your bravery in certain danger.
Steve Bal
September 25, 2008
Thank you Danny, for having kept the world a safer place for my kid...
David Gordon
September 13, 2008
God bless you.
Hugh Murray
September 11, 2008
It's impossible not to be grateful for men like you on today DJ. Thank You, God Bless and continued Blue Skies.
Janelle Cook
July 5, 2008
DJ,
Like our founding fathers, you are one who gave all for the principles this country. Thank you will never be enough. I think of you often and how you were taken too soon. A new duty you are more than up to is guardian angel to your nephew. To the family,,I think and pray for you everyday. Jan
Suzanne Allen
July 2, 2008
Forever Remembered.
S.A.
Hugh Murray
June 30, 2008
DJ,
I thought about you and your buddies all weekend and told everybody I saw about the 3 year anniversary of Operation Redwing and cost of that operation. Not a single day goes by that you and your buddies aren't in my thoughts and prayers. You and every man and woman that serve this country are truly inspirational to me. I have the memorial t-shirt on as I write this and you can be sure I'll have the "vengeance" t-shirt honoring all the fallen frogmen this Friday the 4th. God Bless and Blue Skies
Leslie Stover
June 28, 2008
DJ~
Just wanted to let you know that I think about you daily and I pray everyday for all the other men and women in our armed forces fighting for our freedom. I miss your face and your hugs.
With God's Love~
In Memory of Danny Phillip ~ (Debra Estep)
June 28, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Danny, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Steve O'Ney
June 28, 2008
DJ;
We are remembering you and your sacrifice on this day. May your family be blessed today.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
June 27, 2008
Danny,
I will be thinking and praying for you on the 3rd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Kim Straker
June 27, 2008
Tomorrow marks the third anniversary of the passing of this fine young American. I can only hope that those who loved him best have been comforted even a little by the love and support shown on this memorial site. We respect the service and sacrifice made by Danny, Michael and Matthew that day, and trust that tomorrow will be a day that is filled with cherished memories.
Rest in Peace Danny - you are remembered. Kim and Jim Straker - Doha, Qatar
Eric
May 27, 2008
Danny,
Memorial Day was yesterday, and on it, just like so many other days your story was spoken of throughout my circle. Hearing your story has changed my views on life as a whole. I want to thank you for your sacrifice and desire. You and your men gave your future's, so that we could have Our's....Thank you Danny.....Hero's NEVER Die
May 5, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Petty Officer 2nd Cl Dietz!
Kim Straker
April 26, 2008
Today it's an honor and a privilege to sign this memorial page for Petty Officer Danny P Dietz.
I've seen the interviews with Marcus Luttrell, and I've read much on numerous sites about the actions of Danny, Mike Murphy,Matthew Axelson and Marcus, and always thought what fine young men they were. The photos of each man tell us a lot. Clearly family was important to them, as was love of country. Their rating in their chosen branch of the Service tells us more - they were the best of the best, although each would undoubtedly shrug off such a title.
I'm saddened to think that they weren't able to realise all the promise that was so evident, but all packed more living into their few years than many do in a lifetime. I can only hope that their loved ones are comforted by the love and support of others, and by the knowledge that each was doing exactly what he wanted to do with his life.
Rest Well P/O Dietz - your duty honorably done, for you were faithful to the end.
The Roman family. Ruben w/ William and Melany
ruben roman
April 12, 2008
A True American Hero. Thanks Danny. Your memory will be pass down to my children. You will never be forgotten. God bless you and your family.
Cindy Dietz
April 11, 2008
My Son, Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and cherish the time God gave us you will always be in my heart my hero and I will make sure no one forgets your sacrifice and we will carry on your life and share your life with all that will hear us. I love you my son love your Mother.....
Rick Bolda
April 9, 2008
Gone but not forgotten, thanks Danny for your heroic efforts.
Rick Bolda and Family
Jamie Sclater
March 31, 2008
Talked to JC over my last break and he had mentioned we'd met a few times when I was living with him. Small world in many ways. Keep the spirit alive, and keep a watchful eye over your brothers in arms-we'd all appreciate the company durring those needed times. Thank you for everything my brother!
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