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for William Bowling
Ginger& Chester
October 19, 2018
Praying William's Family found Peace after 11 years. We will always remember William's sacrifice for our Freedom. He is never forgotten! Angel Wings keep him next to God.
Charlie Gili
October 18, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of William Glenn Bowling US Army Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Ginger & Chet
April 17, 2013
Again we remember Specialist William G. Bowling for his courage and dedication to preserve freedom. He's an angel who will guard you forever.
Peggy Childers
April 16, 2013
April 1, 2013
To the family and friends of Spc. William G. Bowling:
It has truly been my honor to sign William's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that William will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Chester & Ginger
May 29, 2012
On Memorial Day we remember Sgt. William Bowling. His sacrifice did not go unnoticed and we will remember his courage and strength forever. May all his family/friends trust that William stands beside Jesus, completely understanding all of God's mysterious ways. God Bless!
Peggy Childers
April 7, 2012
April 1, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. William G. Bowling:
Always remembering William. "Some gave all."
L Neal
May 10, 2011
To the family of Spc. William G. Bowling:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
Ginger Mankowski
April 1, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. William G. Bowling:
Please accept our remembrance of William on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Ginger Mankowski/Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
SGT Lang
March 29, 2011
p.s. It's SGT Bowling. Always.
SGT Lang
March 29, 2011
Will, almost 4 years and I still remember the day you came to the platoon, meeting Jen and flying out. I also remember being told on that fateful morning. You, Mac, Mejias & Vick are always remembered in my home and my life. Miss you.
Scott Sewade
August 16, 2010
Hey Bowling,
We had some fun times in the PLL Office!
Rest in Peace brother. God bless you and your family.
Peggy Childers
April 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. William G. Bowling:
Remembering William 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
Peggy Childers
April 1, 2009
To the family of Spc. William G. Bowling:
William 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
Kenna Larra
January 30, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 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,
Kenna
Tammy Hacker
January 25, 2009
Glen was my second cousin. I still recall many years ago when that sweet little boy came to visit with his mother, Kathy (RIP). Glen, I know that you are now in heaven, sitting at the side of our blessed Savior. You are and forever will be a great hero to me. Without your sacrifice, and the sacrifice of other brave heroes, the evils of this world will triumph and all will be lost to infinity.
((((((HUGS))))))
Cousin Tammy (Bowling) Hacker
Hyden, Kentucky
June 22, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Bowling!
justin stack
April 19, 2008
i went to basic with william and it broke my heart to hear what happened. we were both sent to drum but i never saw him again. sorry for your loss.
Betty Frye
April 5, 2008
My deepest condolences to the family.May God comfort you in this time of indescribable pain and grief. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Debra Estep
April 1, 2008
To the family and friends of William. Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
May God and His Angels surround you and bring you comfort.
Please email me and I can email you back a picture of an Angel and Soldier that I drew.
xo xo
Deb
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
http://remembering-the-fallen.blogspot.com/
August 16, 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)
August 11, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Bowling and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 8, 2007
Please know that as time goes on, your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Prayers that God will bless you with comfort and peace, and prayers of thankfulness for the heroes who have sacrificed everything for us. God Bless you and your family.
ROBYN Garside
May 20, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Ronn Massie
May 19, 2007
God bless the family and friends of William. You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you William for being such a hero.
(In rememberance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Ronn Massie
May 19, 2007
God bless the family and friends of William. You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you William for being such a hero.
(In rememberance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Glen
May 5, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history…they pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
Tiny (Warner) Powell
April 25, 2007
To the family of Sgt. William Glenn Bowling,
I would just like to say that I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you in this time of need. Thank you Sgt. Bowling for the service you provided for our country.
Tom Gugliuzza
April 25, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bowling family in the loss of William. I did not know William, 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. William you are my 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~
Dana Martinez
April 23, 2007
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I was a soldier and I served in Iraq. I can only imagine what your family is going through. To his wife, take care of yourself, the little ones are a blessing and they will be a forever living memorial or your husband. I wish you well and my heart and prayers are with you in you time of mourning.
Linda Rose
April 22, 2007
To the Family of William Bowling,
Your family is in my prayes and I am thankful for william for fighting to keep us safe.
Linda Rose
Campton, Ky
(Wolfe County)
Corry Hughes
April 20, 2007
Our beloved son-in-law, Staff Sgt. Jason Arnette, was also klled that terrible day. Please know that we share your grief anf heartbreak at losing William and the other dear young men from Fort Drum.
SGT Phillip Queen
April 19, 2007
I know Gale and she ask me to see what I could find on her nephew
David Roberts
April 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family as well as all the troops serving both in country and out. My oldest son is currently an MP serving out of Ft. Bragg NC after having spent a year IN Baghdad. The men and women in uniform are the BEST this world have to offer. May Gods Peace be with them and their family members.
David
Teresa Noe
April 12, 2007
To the family of Sgt.William G.Bowling we send our deepest sympathy. Please know that we will keep your family close to our hearts and always in or prayers.
Linda Clifton
April 12, 2007
I am so sadden to learn that another American Hero has fallen. I pray that God will give you the strength and courage to face the days ahead and that with time you will be able to reflect back on many wonderful memories of William. God Bless!
Cassie Henry
April 11, 2007
Jen, just know that you, Hannah, new baby, and all of your family is in our thoughts and prayers. William made the ultimate sacrifice for us all. Me and my family will be eternally grateful for the price he has paid. He will always be our HERO.
Tammy Roberts
April 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with Jennifer, Hannah and the new baby to come. I know those kids will be so proud to know their daddy was a hero.
ROBIN AND RONNIE LYNCH
April 10, 2007
JENNIFER, HANNAH AND BABY BOWLING
I'm SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND BRING YOU COMFORT DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW
Darlene Kelly
April 10, 2007
As a mother who also lost her son in Iraq, I know the pain your family is going through. I wish to offer my condolences and deepest sympathies. My heart hurts when I see that another name has been added to the list of fallen soldiers. Your young soldier also paid the ultimate sacrifice fo our country and our freedom. Thank you, Spec. Bowling, for your service. Darlene Kelly - mother of Sgt. Shawn Dunkin KIA 2-19-07
Robert Adams
April 10, 2007
Thinking of you:
Please accept my deepest sorrow on the loss of your beloved son; he was a brave American, a great soldier, and an honorable man. He was doing what he wanted to do and he was where he wanted to be, doing his duty. His life was not given in vain, but stands forever in the fight for freedom. His name will live forever and 100 years from now, long after our names are forgotten, his name will burn bright in the history of this great nation. He died for what he believed in and his sacrifice is felt by millions of Americans. I can say no words to help you, because there are no words that will help you; only time and God will give you the peace and comfort that I hope you can find. It will take much time to heal from this loss and may God help you during this difficult time. As a Vietnam Veteran, please accept my prayers and please know that I am praying for you in this, the saddest time of your life. Millions of people are praying for you and may God give you strength.
I am Respectfully,
Robert Adams
1st Cavalry Division
Vietnam ’67-‘68
John: Chapter 10 – Verse 17:18
David F Bill
April 10, 2007
/Salute
Thank you Sgt Bowling for your service and sacrifice.
"All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing." -- Edmund Burke
Ame Lumpkins
April 10, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Barrett
April 9, 2007
The Family is in our PRAYERS. So sorry to hear of this.
Tom Barrett and Family
Booneville, Ky
Mark & Kathy Foley
April 9, 2007
To the family of Sgt. William Bowling , John 15:13 KJV states, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Thank you for the sacrifice that I may sleep in peace and safety in my bed at night. May God hold your hand in the following days and give you and your family peace in your hearts and mind.
Shauna
April 9, 2007
I know that no words will help heal. Only time will heal. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. The whole country is crying with you. The whole country is grieving with you. Please know this and be strong! God bless!
Cassandra Miller
April 9, 2007
There is nothing that we can say to show how much we appriciate everything he's done. He is a hero to my family and should be to America. We hear about fallen soilders but nothings like when it hits from your own hometown. May God Bless your families and be may he keep your faith strong. GOD BLESS. Cassandra Barrett Miller & William Miller
Ralph DeLorme
April 9, 2007
My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of William G. Bowling. I thank you for your military service and your ultimate sacrifice for this great country in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten. The price of freedom is written on the WALL!
Dorothy Osborne
April 9, 2007
to William Glenn Bowling. and his family. no words can replace our love ones. I as a american . I am proud to know a fine young man like you. that give your life so we can be free americans . may god be with your family. because in my heart i know you are a angel in heaven still looking down on us. may you walk close to your love ones each day with god .and keep them safe. god bless.
Jamie Carson
April 9, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Belinda Addison
April 9, 2007
You and your Family will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you William for all your courage! You are truly our HERO!!!
Gregory Newman
April 9, 2007
We offer our condolences on behalf of Patriot Guard Riders National Org. & 87,ooo + members.
We will be there to stand in Honor of William G. Bowling.
We grieve with you at this time in your life.
It is with Great Honor for us to be there for him.
He will be riding on the wings of Angels now.
God Bless
Danny Thomas
April 9, 2007
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Glenn is a real American hero. My prayers and thoughts will always be with you and your family. God Bless
Alice gabbard
April 9, 2007
My love, prayers and sympathy to this family. He will never be forgotten. He was serving his country. God bless all of you. With Prayers, Alice Gabbard and family.
Mike McCullough
April 9, 2007
The James and Kathy Evans family is close to an extension of my own. We wish you comfort and peace in this time.
Judy Mullins
April 9, 2007
Thanks soldier for your sacrifice. May God be gracious to your family.
Steve,Sheila & Matthew Stamper
April 9, 2007
We are very sorry for the loss of this young man. Our prayers are with and for you and your family. He was a hero for all of us living in this GREAT Country.
Sandy Brooks
April 9, 2007
You are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Stephanie Evans
April 9, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
SANDY HICKS
April 9, 2007
Thank you Sgt. William Glenn Bowling for your sacrifice for our Country. We pray for your family at this very sad time.
Vivian Middleton
April 9, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Faye Stamper
April 9, 2007
Praying you find hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain. May the concern and sympathy of those who care help you through this difficult time.
Cheryl Palmer Botner
April 9, 2007
To the family of William Glenn Bowling,
No greater honor can be bestowed than to die for ones country. I hope knowing that can give you comfort someday. My father, Joe Palmer, an 87 year old man, sat Sunday with tears flowing down his face as we talked about this tragedy. Please know our community and our country will always consider this soldier "Our Hero". Thank you, William Glenn Bowling for your sacrifice and may GOD hold your family in the palm of his hand until you meet again.
Drucilla Campbell
April 9, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. My sympathy goes to the family from the bottom of my heart. It makes me sick to hear of losing any of our military personnel. But I am very thankful for them and very proud of them. I'm so sorry for the loss of this young man. God Bless and keep you.
Ruth Fontaine
April 9, 2007
Thank you for your service to our country. We pray for your family.
Josie Mays
April 9, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandy Bonesteel
April 9, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
SHIRLEY DONEY
April 5, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Garnet Jenkins
April 4, 2007
The price Spc. William G. Bowling and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Soldier.
May William rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Bowling family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
Romans 8:18
May you find Peace in knowing the love and memories you have of William, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Not Forget his Sacrifice.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary Allain
April 2, 2007
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
April 2, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. 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 Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
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