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Memories and Condolences
for Andre Williams
Drew Thomas
January 1, 2021
RIP ANDRE WE MISS YOU!
Sharyn Dee Brown
February 9, 2015
Greetings...
To: CPL. Andre L. Williams--
I receive notifications in my email every time there is a new entry added to your Guest Book. Well today I decided to come by for a little visit and I read a few of the latest beautiful entries written in your remembrance. They were all sweet and very touching. As I read on, the sadness of missing you could still be so deeply felt, as the sting of your death is just as evident today as it must've been then when they first learned of your tragic demise following that fateful day almost ten years ago on July 28th, 2005. Even though I never had the good fortune of knowing you, the sadness of your young life snuffed out in the Iraq war is a great painful loss that profoundly resonates with me. You enlisted to serve this country because you believed in what we stood for. I remember watching one Memorial Day Weekend the documentary about your Battalion Company from Ohio and the massive loss to that community. I recall them showing what happened to your Company. I know your death happened suddenly, in the line of duty without warning, which is all too often the unfortunate narrative of the perils of war. Your courage and bravery to enlist to do a job that some of us wouldn't even dare entertain for one second as an option for a career-- but you did. Such bravery makes your death more than just a casualty of war, especially to those I've read who loved you-- You and your fellow fallen battalion soldiers are indeed our heroes. Saying thank you for your service to this country knowing you paid the ultimate sacrifice in doing so feels like such an inadequate expression of gratitude; nonetheless, it's still so very necessary and well beyond being deserved; so again I say, "THANK YOU!" I do vow to keep praying for your family and friends and others left behind like yours that they too will continue to find the strength to keep going on cherishing the memories they have of you and their loved ones too. God bless your family and may your memory live on forever because WE SHALL NEVER FORGET!!!---
Love and Shalom Always~
Shawna Estep
February 5, 2015
Just sitting here looking at old pictures of our little click in high school and thinking of old times with you Dre and all the fun we had together it was always me, Liz Feaver, Brian, Josh and you my brave HERO. You always had this wonderful contagious smile. You were never afraid to drive with me when I first got my car, it made me feel safe. You my friend will never leave my mind, not for a moment. Your spirit, love, friendship will go on. I Love You Always Friend xoxo
April 30, 2013
May 1, 2013
It's hard to believe you are gone. My heart is still sad and broken. The tears are still flowing just as much as the day I heard your were gone.
Thank you and I love you.
Aunt Rose
West Covina, CA
Charlie Gili
April 27, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Williams 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 a 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
Amber (T.A.)
July 25, 2012
Thinking of you, always
Peggy Childers
July 24, 2012
July 28, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. Andre L. Williams:
Always remembering Andre. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
July 28, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Andre L. Williams:
Please accept my remembrance of Andre on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Sgt. Carr
July 29, 2010
God bless you Dre. Please look after us.
Peggy Childers
July 28, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Andre L. Williams:
Remembering Andre 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
christofer decarlo
July 13, 2010
i first met u when u visited gary norris in carriage lane when i met u were so kind and humble i told when i grow up i wanna be like u and i hope i can be half the man u are evry time i see a pic of u i cry i miss u so much and my wishes are with your family i cant belive its been 5 years love u dre
June 11, 2010
June 11, 2010
Andre,we still miss you very much. Your uncle and I were talking about your last visit to California. How you and your friend was sitting on the dirt road, way of the beaten path waiting for me to pick you up. How excited you were to visit Hollywood, Griffith Park and meeting several of the Park Rangers.
Andre, after almost five years I can finally speak your name without crying but I can't write in your Guest Book yet without crying. I am sure God will take care of that in time like He does everthing else.
I always pray for your children,dad, mom, sister and brothers.
Andre, we love you very much.
Aunt Rose
West Covina, California
Tiffany Jones
May 29, 2010
We miss you Andre! Love Dave, Tiffany, Alex, Bryce, & Collier Jones
On this Memorial Day.
Ken Hiltz
May 28, 2010
My family and I wish to extend our thoughts and prayers to all those that mourn the loss of Cpl. Williams. I had the honor of attending the memorial service for Corporal Williams. His sacrifice will be remembered by many for decades to come.
March 11, 2010
Very sad for the lose of a great marine,
but i remember andre was a great cable tech too, and the industry misses him!
He was great with customers, easy to get along with, and do anything for you. Thanks Andre for giving the ultimate sacrifice-you'll never be forgotten.
Kathy & Ron Cunningham
November 11, 2009
Thinking about you today and missing you. You are my hero. We will never forget. Love you Dre.
The Taggarts
October 21, 2009
God bless you, your beloved family and friends. Without men like you there would be no United States. Losing you is a loss to all of us. May God rest his hands on your family and give them strength and comfort. A very humble Thank You.
Daniel Cuccio
August 10, 2009
Dre, i miss you.its been along four years.. mariah misses u.. the other day she was like i miss uncle dre.. and it felt like my heart dropped.. im bout to head back over for my second tour in afghanistan i no you'll be watchin over me.. RIP CPL ANDRE WILLIAMS
INFANTRY LEADS THE WAY
Susan Graham
July 29, 2009
Mary,
You are in my thoughts and prayers this week. What a brave man Andre was. I know you miss him so much. Love to you and Lil' Kev.
Susan
Greg & Donna Thompson
July 28, 2009
Mary,
You and your family are in our thoughts. It is hard to beleive it has been 4 years. I know this is a hard time as you and I both went through a lot 4 years ago. I still look at the pictures of Josh, Andre, Lindsey & Jamie and laugh. Always remember Greg & I love you.
Peggy Childers
July 28, 2009
To the family of Cpl. Andre L. Williams:
Andre 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
Tiffany Jones
July 9, 2009
Dear Andre,
We just want you to know that you are always in our thougths and hearts. Although, my boys were only just 1,3 and 5 when you left us they talk of you often. I want them to know you layed down your life for our freedom. I do pray for your family. You are so greatly missed.
Love,
Your cousin Tiffany, Dave, ALex, Bryce, & Collier
July 8, 2009
July 8, 2009
Andre, Last week was July 4th and we celebrated freedom with flags flying, fireworks adorning the night sky with beautiful colors, I sat quietly and reflected on you with tears screaming down my face thanking God for you and fellow men and women for their service of total unselfishness for freedom for others.
I pray for your children, your brothers and sister and your father daily.
Your are always in my heart.
Love,
Aunt Rose,
West Covina, Ca
Kenna Larra
June 16, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
William Thompson
May 15, 2009
Dear Dre'
Memorial Day comes soon and as I think of my friends who died during my fist deployment I also think of you. I really do wish that I knew you better. I still remember the first I met you as a teenager. The last time I saw you was when grandma was sick and past away. I have so many thoughts in my mind but don't know what to do with them. I am truly sorry that I didnt know you better my cousin.
Aunt Mary, I am truly truly sorry that I came home an that Dre didn't. I really wish that I could change it, I sincerely do. I hope that my dad gave you the flag that I flew in baghdad in honor of Dre. I know it is little but I don't know what else to have done.
I do not have the words to say how I feel inside and what my thoughts are so I will end this.
Love and Respect
Will
Ron & Kathy Cunningham
August 2, 2008
You will never be forgotten buddy!
We love you.
In Memory of Andre ~ (Debra Estep)
Debra Estep
July 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 Andre, 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 –
(To hear the song)
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
.
Tiffany Jones
July 12, 2008
Dear Andre,
I can not believe it will be three years. We miss you, and think about you often. The sacrifice you made will allow my own children to grow up in a free country. I talk about you to my sons so they will always remember what you gave up, your life. Your beautiful smile will always be imprinted in my mind. We love and miss you.
Your cousin,
Tiffany, Dave, Alex, Bryce & Collier
ROSE Williams
July 12, 2008
Andre, Words can not express the level of gratitude and appreciation to you for making the ultimate sacrifice for so many people you will never meet. I pray that God will one day stop me from crying when I think about you and replace the tears with a remembrance of your beautiful smile. I will always pray for your children. Rest Sweetheart, until we meet again.
Love you always,
Aunt Rose
Scott McCarty
July 11, 2008
Dre there isn't a day that goes by that people don't think about you, talk about you, miss you, and love you. July 28th, 2005 is a day that will never be forgotten for many who charish you especailly your family and friends. Aalyah is growing up and you would be proud to see how she has blossomed. As much as I can dre. I will watch over her and pray that her best interest are always on the priority. I love and miss you boy!
Amber Conley
July 3, 2008
Hi Dre. I was just thinking of you-with it being the 4th of July Holiday tomorrow. I can't thank you enough for the sacrafice that you've made to this country. It breaks my heart that I can't pick up the phone and talk to you like we used to.
I will always cherish the friendship that we had. I miss you deeply!
Happy Fourth of July!! i know you'll have a great view of the fireworks tonight :-)
Sharyn Dee Brown
May 24, 2008
My thoughts are with you on this day, Saturday, May 23rd, 2008. I didn't know you personally, but I feel as though I did. My heart is heavy and I'm sadden to learn about you and all the soldiers from your battalion who died in Iraq. My heartfelt prayers of strength will continue to go out to your friends and family members.
GOD BLESS
May 23, 2008
Memorial Day is the time for Americans to reconnect with their history and core values by honoring those who gave their lives for the ideals we cherish.
More than a million American service members died in the wars and conflicts this nation fought since the first colonial soldiers took up arms in 1775 to fight for independence. Each person who died during those conflicts was a loved one cherished by family and friends. Each was a loss to the community and the nation.
Thank you for your service to this Country!!
May 9, 2008
May 9, 2008
Dre on New Years '05
Amber Conley
May 9, 2008
May 6, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Williams!
KRISTY ELFRINK
February 25, 2008
DRE YOU ARE DEEPLY MISSED I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE YOUR NO LONGER WITH US.
LOVE U,
KRISTY LEA ELFRINK
Rose Williams
September 11, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. I love you Josh and Jimmy. I will always pray for you.
August 19, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family 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, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) 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
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 20, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Williams and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially sad to lose a fellow member of the Buckeye state. May God bless all of you!!
carolynn wallace
March 8, 2007
To the Williams family,
Being a part of the family is the greatest.However I do wish that we would have spent more time together.I will always miss and love Dre and hopefully be able to spend more time with the family now
Love always Carolynn Wallace-Smith and family Chris(husband) Chase (son) Riley (son) and Alise (daughter)
Teri
July 28, 2006
I remember on this day last year Fen sent me an IM about his good friend being killed. He was so worried about Dre's family. I know today is a difficult day, & you are in my prayers.
Garnet Jenkins
July 28, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Marine, on the anniversary of, the day he made the Supreme Sacrifice for our country, with a Multitude of Thanks for his service.
Rest Well Cpl. Andre L. Williams, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that you are a true American hero, who is loved and missed.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Williams family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"Nor shall your Glory be forgot
While Fame her record keeps,
Or Honor points to the hallowed spot,
Where Valor proudly sleeps."
-by Theodore O'Hara
Debra Armstrong
July 20, 2006
God bless your soul!
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 11, 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Shival Ramroop, Sgt , USMC
June 10, 2006
To the Family of Cpl Williams,
I saw that very moving documentry about the Marines of Lima company on A&E and as a Marine I was touched by all of my brothers who died. I was especially touched by his story as he was leaving that video for his daughter. I have two daugthers of my own and I started hurting like never before watching that video. He wasn't my brother by blood, but He was my brother through An Eagle, A Globe and An Anchor. I made me a tribute bracelet with his information that I wear all the time. Him and his brothers in arms,
WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN...OOH RAHH!
rachel lawson
June 3, 2006
andre i miss you and love you very much!
love your little cousin
rachel
Kirsten Dowell
May 25, 2006
...really wishing I had Dre's joyful spirit this evening, Please keep Aaliyah and I in your prayers. Thank you and God Bless.
May 25, 2006
Mad love!
Spc. William D. Thompson
April 30, 2006
I have no glorious words to express my feelings for you loss Aunt Mary, but that does not make them any less sincere. I do want you to know though, that I do offer my condolences to you. I will do what ever I can for you. Please contact me to let me know how you are doing.
Respectfully,
William Thompson
Pat Canfall
April 10, 2006
My condolences to the Williams family. Andre may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 27, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Williams family in the loss of Andre. I did not know Andre, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Andre tomorrow will be 7 months since you were taken. My heart was touched by the many wonderful things written about you. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Clyde & family Bowden
September 9, 2005
We wolud like to extend our condolences & deepest sympathy to all the family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We salute yours & our hero Cpl. Andre L. Williams.
ron cunningham
September 2, 2005
i would like to give thanks for dre being such a good friend to me and to so many other people. he was a great person and i am glad that he was apart of my life. he was very close to me, my family, and to my cousin that served with him in iraq. your a true hero my friend. it hurts your gone but i know your in a good place and dont worry, ill see you again.
Paul Lyons
August 31, 2005
To Robert and Mary Willaims:
My name is Paul R. Lyons, I am LCpl Christopher P. Lyons' father who died on the same day and in the same battle as your brave son. I know and understand the emptiness you are feeling over the loss of Andre. It is my sincere desire that both our sons are with the Lord now and know a happiness we can only dream of.
Our prayers are with you and your family forever.
Warm Regards,
Paul & Debbie Lyons
[email protected]
Cortney Phillips
August 27, 2005
I grew up in Galloway/Hilliard, OH area. Thanks for serving our country and hopes for a peaceful rest.
James Hughes Sgt.USMC retired
August 26, 2005
Semper-Fi from one MARINE to another GOD BLESS
SPC. Carrie Marie Marsh E-4
August 26, 2005
Though I do not know you, you are my brother. I served in Iraq for O.I.F II (Ohio Army National Guard) and I made it home. People tell me that I am a hero. I am NOT. For you are the true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. I hold a place for you in my heart always.
Donna Bell
August 20, 2005
Dre,
My heart aches for you. You were a friend of my children, and a Marine brother to my son, you will be dearly missed. Thank you for your Sacrifice.
May God Bless,
Mother of LCPL Jonathan Bell
Lima Co. 3/25
Quoc Nguyen
August 18, 2005
Your a Hero in the eyes of many. May God Bless you and may God watch over your family. You will never be forgotten my fellow Marine. I salute you.
Respectfully,
Quoc Nguyen
USMC Sgt
Teresa Norris
August 15, 2005
Dre,
You are a true Hero, and will always be my Hero. How I will miss that beautiful smile, and our long talks. You will never be forgotten honey. I am honored to have been a part of your life, and will keep you a part of mine forever. We love you and always will.
(mom #2)
Tinisha Tolber
August 15, 2005
Though fallen you are not forgotten,
Remebered...
In every American flag across the nation
In every patriotic song that will be sung.
Remebered..
In every twinkle of your children's eye
In every tear that your battle brothers cry.
And although freedom is supposed to be free,
You have paid the ultimate price for the people like me.
The goverment rewards you with a flag and a purple heart,
But we pray for your families that have been torn apart.
Rest in peace Dre, knowing you are remembered always,
And because you've sacraficed your life,
A legacy you'll be even after our days."
To all of Dre's family and friends, we will not forget Dre and the price that he has paid. I was very sadden to get the news that Dre had died, and although it had been a while since I had run in to him I had not forgotten his how laugh, his smile, and his sense of humor could bring a moment of joy into any ones cloudy day. Kristen, Josh, Ms. Mary, and all of his dear freinds and family I am praying for you all.
Dave West
August 13, 2005
I waited awhile to post this! I waited for something to come to me so I could put something down that would help people remember the greatest hero I have ever known. I wasn't really sure what a hero was until I heard dre was killed fighting for my freedom. I guess I really didn't understand even though I have a lot of family that have severed and are hero's themselves. I have known dre since I was in 6th grade. I'm not really good with emotions and all but once we started down w broad to take dre to his resting place and I saw people standing on the side of the road holding up American flags with children standing in front of them holding signs that read "Goodbye to a true hero" I almost crashed into the car in front of me. At that point it hit me and I really understood. Once we arrived at the cemetery I placed my hands on his casket and that pretty much broke me down. All I want to do from this point on is to say “DRE THANK YOU”!!!
chris yanny
August 12, 2005
My sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with you. I saw a picture of Andre with his daughter in his marine uniform. The warmth and love from his smile and eyes is something I will never forget. God Bless his children, family, and friends.
Danielle Twitty
August 11, 2005
I have to say that it was an honor to attend school with both Dre and Josh. I will never forget the way that Dre could make your day perfect by his wonderful, upbeat attitude. He will be truly missed.
James McCune
August 10, 2005
My sincere condolences to the family and many, many friends of Dre Williams. As I prepare my men for our upcoming deployment to Iraq, I am deeply saddened by his loss. Dre was one of my Marines in Lima Company and one of the members of the 2001 Super Squad, but more importantly, he was a man of honor who made a positive impact on everyone who knew him. He will be missed. Gary, hang in there bro' and keep taking the fight to the enemy.
1LT McCune
(SGT Mac)
CRAIG KING
August 10, 2005
I want to thank Dre for everything he did. I am a close friend of his brother josh and I feel for you and the rest of your family. Thanks again Dre.
Charlotte Leigh
August 10, 2005
Our sympathy, thoughts, and prayers for the family of Andre.
The Leigh Family
Barb Wickham
August 9, 2005
I am sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I want to thank you for raising such a fine young gentleman. I have the utmost respect for the anyone serving/served in the military. Thank you again for your brave son/husband/friend. It's because of men/women like him, that I have the freedom and safety in this country.
S.K. Sizemore
August 9, 2005
There are no words... I am so sadden and touched to learn about your loss. Yet, very thankful for the bravery and honor Cpl. Williams represented. Just reading all the wonderful mentions of your son, I know he will be strongly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Laura and Jeff Burnside
August 8, 2005
Mary and Family,
We are praying for you and thinking of you during this difficult time. We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
Vicki Brawley
August 8, 2005
Robert, Mary and family, I saw your pictures in the Charlotte paper and wanted to find a way to get in touch with your family. My brother was killed in 1983 in the bombing of the American Headquarters in Lebanon. He was 19 at the time and the pictures of your family brought all the tears and heart ache back as if it happened yesterday. Please know that there are others out here that have walked down the same path you are going down and that we are praying for you as the days turn into years of missing Adre. May God place his hand on your heart and lighten your pain. Your son will always be a hero in our heart. Bless you and your family
Keith and Cheryl Miller
August 8, 2005
Dearest Mary,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss of your son, Andre. We at home Salute him and you.
Please call us if you need ANYTHING! We will be there for you. I am sorry that this is late, but we did not know until Sunday. Lots of Love, Keith and Cheryl Miller
Rob,Kim,and Robbie Ryckewaert
August 8, 2005
Mary,
My Family is Friends with your Brother Scott and his Family in Florida. I just wanted to tell you how very sorry I am for the loss of your beloved Son Andre. May God Bless you and your Family. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Caron Collins
August 8, 2005
The family of fellow US Marine PFC Richard Collins, extends our sincerest sympathy in your time of sorrow. We pray you find God's peace.
DeVaune Pardon
August 8, 2005
I am sorry that I did not have the pleasure of personally knowing this young man; however I would like to extend my prayers to his family and friends. Thank you for what you did for this country.
JoAnne Thomas
August 7, 2005
To the family and friends of Andre: my heart goes out to you. Words seem so inadequate right now. Even though I did not know Andre, I too mourn your loss. You are in my prayers. Thank you from a grateful American.
Mercedes Williams
August 7, 2005
To The Williams Family,I wish to extend my sympathy in the lose of Corporal Williams,I didn't know your love one but i have a daughter in the military and she will be leaving the country the last of this month. My heart goes out to your family as well as all the other military familys that have lost someone. May the Lord be with each and every one of you at this difficult time my prayers are with you. Mercedes Williams
Kathy Collura
August 7, 2005
My sympathy goes out to the family. I don't know any of you but I have been reading about this in the paper. Andre you are a hero. It is because of men like you that I have the freedom I do and I want to Thank You for that. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Amber Conley
August 7, 2005
My greatest sympothy goes out to Dre's family for their loss. Dre was a wonderful person and a brave marine!! God has taken him home to a better place, and he will be forever missed until we see him again~ Andre Williams....MY HERO!!
Paul Nickolai
August 7, 2005
I am sorry about the loss of your son while he was defending our freedom in Iraq. May God bless his family during this time of grief.
Andrea DeJohn
August 7, 2005
To the family of Cpl. Williams,
My brother (Dominic Dejohn) is a LCpl. in the 3/25 with Andre. I spoke with him very shortly after they lost Andre. He was very distraught... He had been with Andre in his last minutes and had helped him to safety. He was only sorry that he couldn't save Andre. Cpl. Williams is truly missed by his fellow marines. I send the most heartfelt condolences to your family. You are in my prayers.
Marietha Bosley
August 6, 2005
I really dont know what to say so I am going to speak from the heart. I had a pleasure of knowing Dre through High School. I can honestly say that he IS one in a million. You're smile brought joy to a room and Im glad to have known you and have you as a friend. I still remember when you signed my Senior book and told me to have fun at college. The times that we shared I will remember and cherish, keep in my heart forever. To Dre's family, Remember this, he is in a better place, he doesnt have to suffer anymore, like we have to suffer on this earth, so his pain is gone. Love and Peace
lesli howell
August 6, 2005
mary, I am so sorry for your loss i will miss dre very much as his aunt i wish we would have had more time with each other.you are in my prayers
love always, lesli and sarge
Nichole Langley
August 6, 2005
I just wanted to let the Williams' family know how sorry I am for the loss of Andre. I did not know him, but was deeply saddened by his death. Because of people like him, we as Americans have the freedoms we do today. It's a great feeling to know that there are willing and able soldiers fighting for our country each and every day. I sat along Broad Street this morning during the funeral procession and I was in awe by those who were paying their respects one last time to one of our heros. I pray for the family during this difficult time that they would remember what a blessing Andre was to them and to others as well.
Kathy Wilson Cunningham
August 6, 2005
To the Williams family,
Our hearts are boken at the lost of Dre, He was ours and the Nations HERO. He brightened our families lives with his smile and laughter. We will miss him terribly and will always be thankful we had the pleasure to have known him. We will always be here for you, your family and his children. He loved his family deeply. We are proud just to have known him. As little Mariah N. said, Now her Dre is guarding the gates of heaven. Are hearts and prayers are with you, your family and all the boys over there. We will never forget their sacrifices. We pray daily for them all.
God Bless you!
Kathy Wilson Cunningham & family
Georgiann Martin
August 6, 2005
Mary, I am so saddened by the passing of your son Dre. You have talked of him often at Makoy Center and your beautiful grandaughter. How proud I am of him and that he was such an honorable Marine. His passing will be difficult for you and the rest of the family. I know that my daughter Mari Newell and all the staff at Makoy are thinking of you. May he rest in peace.
Jacque Tinker
August 6, 2005
There are no words to convey not only how I feel but how all of us who are close to DRE feel. MY heart is broken for his parents,Kirston,the kids, his best friend and confidant Gary Norris and to Gary's fiance, my daughter and Dre friend April. My heart goes out to Dre's surrogate parents the Norris's who are also Gary's parents. I will continue for GOD to not only give Understanding but the PEACE that goes with that. I would also like to Thank the MARINES CORP for the relentless service.
GOD IS STILL GOD AND STILL SITS ON THE THRONE>>>>>>>>
DRE IS IN IS PRESENCE
kevin chenault sr.
August 6, 2005
Dear Williams family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Dre and Josh are friends with my sons Bobby and Kevin and have been to my home many times I remember telling my wife how much i liked them they were such well behaved kids.I am a vet myself and can not tell you how much I respect and admire Dre. God bless you my prayers are with you.
Kevin Chenault sr.
Anne & Bob Hutchins
August 6, 2005
Words can't possibly express our thoughts at this time, but know that you are so strongly loved across the country, by millions. We all want to send you the biggest hug! Generations to come, all around the world, will never forget the sacrifices your son & all members of his family have endured. God Bless You!
Phillip Brisim
August 6, 2005
May God Bless Andre and bring
comfort to his family. The whole
nation is sadden by the loss of
this Marine.
With Deepest Respect
Phillip Brisim
Tabatha Hutchinson
August 6, 2005
To all of Andre's family,
I went to high school with Dre he was a great and respectfull person. His memory will live on threw you his family. Just know that he is watching over all of you. What a hero he was.
Mary and Don Wargo
August 5, 2005
To the Williams Family,
We are the Aunt and Uncle of Gary Norris Jr. Our hearts are broken for the loss of your son. We send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you.We had the privilege of spending time with Dre and Gary before they Deployed to Iraq. What a Wonderful and Respectful man he was. He had a smile that we will never forget. He was such a Proud Marine. Dre will be sadly missed. He will be remembered for His Great Sacrifice, and will always be 'OUR HERO'. He will be in our hearts 'FOREVER'
robert chenault
August 5, 2005
like a brother with so many memories, so honerable, god bless you DRE
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