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for Bryan Freeman
Jacqueline Bardowell
May 30, 2013
Bryan you are alive and well in my heart each and every day!!!
Gone too soon but will always be remembered!!!!!
May 27, 2013
Remembering Bryan this Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice he gave for his country. RIP
Charlie Gili
April 28, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Freeman 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
Elaina Montgomery
April 17, 2013
Remembering and always praying that your heavenly light will always shine. Missing you and knowing that God has another Angel. In our eyes you will always be a hero for sacrificing your life for others. I know that I am truly blessed to have had a nephew who was very thoughtful. May God continue to keep him in his forever unchanging hands.
March 12, 2013
In memory and honor of Bryan Freeman. We shall be in eternal gratitude for his service & sacrifice for this Country.
Elaine Williams
November 11, 2011
Bryan is still remembered today, Veterans Day, and everyday for the sacrifice he made for this country's freedom.
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Bryan L. Freeman:
Please accept my remembrance of Bryan on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Alex Cuellar
September 17, 2011
I served with Bryan from 1994-1997. We began basic training in Ft Sill together and both were assigned to 10th Mountain Division in Ft Drum, NY. He was my battle buddy in basic training and we both left Ft Drum the same day. When I think of my time in the army, and the camaraderie and fun times and the times I wanted to quit, I think of Bryan. Although I lost touch with him after we separated from the Army, I never forgot him. He was my friend. I miss him.
Elizabeth Raab
January 14, 2011
Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Bryan L. Freeman:
Remembering Bryan 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
Victor Pagan
October 18, 2010
I'm not much for words, but I'll never forget Bryan. God Bless!
Michelle Pagan
October 14, 2010
The Freeman Family - Your family is in our prayers. Even though Bryan is not with us physically, in spirit he still makes us laugh. We are proud to have known him.
God Bless!
Jim Hall
September 17, 2009
Mr and Mrs Freeman. As you know this Sunday Sept. 20th the NJ Elks Army of Hope will once again meet to remember and celebrate the lives of our "Fallen Heroes".
Please know that our 42,000 members will never forget them.
Kenna Larra
August 11, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,660 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Ashton Forsythe
July 5, 2009
I didn't know Bryan but last year in 9th grade my teacher was Jackie De Carlo she is a good person and she always talked about him and how a great man he was i go to BCSSSD in Westhampton NJ
In Memory of Bryan ~ (Debra Estep)
November 8, 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 Bryan, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. 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
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2008
To the family of Spc. Bryan L. Freeman:
Bryan 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
rene serrano
June 25, 2008
To the family of Bryan Freeman, he was a great man. I knew him for only a short time. He was the kind of man that touched and changed your life, just by talking to him. Yes he is gone , but he will never be forgotten. Always in my prayers Sgt Serrano
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Freeman!
Jackie Frye
February 26, 2008
To the family of an American hero. I am truly greatful. I lost my nephew at the age of 20 in June 2004 who was also a SPC in the reserve and at that point realized the price that was being paid for our freedom by the brave men and women and I now do not take my freedom for granted. I just pray that all Americans support our troops and are greatful for those who pay the ultimate sacrifice. "Greater love hath no man than he lay down his life for his friend.
Sean Dupnak
October 6, 2007
Bryan was one of soldiers and I was left with a void when he was gone. I was Bryans chief for 2 yrs. We laughed we loved and we were red legs. I will never forget my freind my soldier, my artilleryman. I remember bryan everyday . my gunner. I Miss my freind my solder, Bryan
July 29, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Le Ron A. Wilson (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
Cherylann Lane
July 16, 2007
With deepest sympathy for your terrible loss. Everyone at Operation Jersey Cares feels your pain. We love and support our troops. Bryan may be gone but not forgotten!
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Freeman and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Linda Flannery
June 8, 2007
Remembering and honoring one of America's brave soldiers. Rest in Peace Spc Freeman, my flag flies in your honor.
Grace Z
May 28, 2007
Tell them of us and say,
For their tomorrows,
We gave our today.
-- The Kohima Epitaph
We will never forget,
NJ Marine Moms
Garnet Jenkins
November 8, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Hero, Spc. Bryan L. Freeman, on this 2nd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May Bryan rest, in the Caring Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Freeman family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death,
nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love, and peace in knowing this country remembers Bryan's Sacrifice.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
SSG Thomas M. Perez
November 6, 2006
I met Bryan during the train up for our deployment to Iraq. He was easy going, respectful and fun to be around. I didn't have a chance to get to know Bryan as well as I would have liked to. All I do know is that I will never forget him and the sacrifice he and his family made for our country. SGT Bryan L. Freeman, is a hero and should never be forgotten.
Rosemary Pletcher
October 15, 2006
Still think about Bryan all the time. He lives on in our hearts.
Thomas & JoAnn Meehan
August 4, 2006
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Freeman Family, my wife and I did not know Bryan. As parents who lost a daughter, Colleen, Age 26 on September 11, 2001 at the WTC, we share and understand the immense loss and sorrow of losing a child.
Please know that his sacrifice will not be forgotten, and he will remain in our prayers forever, a hero whom we will never forget.
Our prayer is that God’s tender mercy will dry your tears, and that He will comfort you in all the days ahead.
May the Peace of the Lord Be With You, Upon You, and Remain With You Always,
With Love & Respect,
Tom & JoAnn Meehan
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 19, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Freeman family in the loss of Bryan. I did not know Bryan,(I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area for 52 years) 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. Bryan it has been 17 months since you were taken. 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~
Pat Canfall
April 9, 2006
My condolences to the Freeman family. Bryan 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.
Geoff Ogbogu
April 9, 2006
U.S and the military really lost a great asset.'Robo cop' or Freeman as some would call him, is a great friend. He helped light up our hearts when we were stressed out in boot camp and AIT in Ft Sill in 1994.Was always a true and a dedicated soldier at Ft.Sill and Drum. May God grant you eternal life. Jesus loves you
March 15, 2006
We were truly blessed to have you as a part of our life. We are honored to have known such a wonderful man. Thank you for everything!
c/o TheCreative Spirits of the State of New Jersey Jihadah Sharif
December 13, 2005
For almost 15 years Creative Spirits have honored those who sacrifice their lives so that others can be free at the Veterans Hospital in East Orange, NJ. We give joy, compassion & unconditional love. This year our program will take place on Sunday, Dec.18th. Spc. Bryan L. Freeman must a been a nice young man, a loving son and a good friend. I am sure God took him by the hand and held him close.
Scott Chilton
November 15, 2005
We ALL lost a great man,friend and hero. I'm just fortunate to have known Bryan.
Heather Marriner
September 6, 2005
I had the privelage of serving with Bryan during training at Bragg and in Iraq. I cherrished our conversations and his amazing spirit. He always could cheer me up and make me laugh. I miss him. My deepest sympathy. Bryan was an amazing man and I know I will never forget him
W. E. Wesley
July 5, 2005
To Darlene, Bryan, Bill, Mrs. Leftwich, and the rest of the family-I hope these entries will give you some measure of comfort-to know that they are a small gesture of sympathy and support to you. I stumbled upon the news of Bryan's death-I remember holding him as a toddler. May God relieve you of some of your pain.
Eugene Royal
November 28, 2004
To Sister Dorothy Leftwich and family.
My deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow. May God keep you in his care and his love sustain you.
Elaine Williams
November 20, 2004
I had the pleasure of working with Bryan at Family Service and we were all very saddened to hear of his passing. Please take comfort in knowing that Bryan died for a cause that was very important to him. We will remember him fondly in our hearts as a true hero and I am so proud to have known him.
Christine Moriarty
November 20, 2004
To the Freeman Family,
My heart goes out to you during your time of sorrow.. Although, I did not know Bryan for very long, I realized what an amazing person he was in the short time I did know him. I am a member of the 404th Civil Affairs BN at FT Dix, and saw Bryan at our monthly drill. I actually was one of the soldiers who helped Bryan "in-process" when he first came to the unit. He always came to drill ready to train, and always joking, making people smile. He was an amazing man and soldier, and he will be sadly missed by all who had the chance to know him.
SSG Christine Moriarty
November 19, 2004
With Deepest Sympathy, We want you to know that our hearts are with you and share in your grief. May God comfort you through this sad time. Our prayers are with you.
Sis. Thelma Allen
Queen Esther G.C. Washington, D.C.
Brenda Evans-Jackson
November 19, 2004
To The Freeman and Leftwich families,
May God forever Bless and keep you in His care during this difficult time of mourning. I am sorry and saddened to hear about your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
"Earth have no sorrow, that heaven can not heal".
You are in my prayers.
Respectfully,
Judi Finkelstein
November 17, 2004
To the Freeman Family:
Although I did not know Bryan, my heart goes out to all of you. As far as I am concerned, Bryan died a real hero defending our freedom.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gail & Ron Holmes
November 15, 2004
We were so saddened to hear the tragic news of Bryan Jr.'s passing. He was a man of honor and courage. Know that God's plan is the master plan. We will keep you all in our prayers and with God's help and blessings may your pain be easier to bear during this difficult time. Please be strong and find comfort in knowing Bryan Jr. is in a better place.
November 15, 2004
There is no greater love nor deed that for a man to lie down and die for another. A true hero. Thank you. May God welcome you with warm hands and lots of sun.
susan glend
November 15, 2004
Bryan L. Freeman Jr. May the Lord bless him and keep him, may the Lord make his face to shine upon him and be gracious unto him, may the Lord lift up his countenance upon him and grant him peace this day and forever more. Thanks be to God! Amen
maggie peterson
November 15, 2004
Dear Freeman Family, I am sorry for your loss. I hope that he was appreciated for serving and dying for our country I sure will keep him and your family in my prayers. I to have lost a love one(my brother in-law) he to was to young (23) Just remember God has plans for everyone he takes. I hope you don't mind me expressing my sorrow for your family and thank him for fighting for my family and trying to make a better tommorrow for my 5 children Thank you Mr. Freeman with all my heart.
Nannette Neal (Hampton)
November 15, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God bless you with the strength and courage to get through these difficult times. I did not know Bryan, Jr personally but everything that I have read and heard about him proves that he was a wonderful, caring, loving person and he will missed by all.
Carolyn White
November 15, 2004
May God's love comfort you during this time of sorrow and bring you peace in the days to come.
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