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for Alwyn Cashe
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SPC Catrina C. Jones- US Army
August 17, 2022
I am beyond words, with eyes full of tears and a heart full of gratitude, reading about your selflessness and ultimate sacrifice in the Marne Blue Book of Standards. May you rest in peace and may your memory be eternal, SFC.
Sgt. Leo Acevedo- U.S. Army
December 15, 2021
As an N.C.O. we pledge to lead by example !! we always look for the wellbeing of our troops......we teach them everything we now in order to be able to sustain operations in combat , and above all to survive...and when the time comes to go above and beyond we will never hesitate ... not even for a second to go in harms way in order help a fellow soldier in need even if we we to put our lives in the line of fire!!! Your M.O.H. is very well deserved for what you did that day...Goodspeed to you in heaven...rest easy brother !!!
Susan Riddle
November 27, 2021
To the Family of Sgt. 1st Class Alwyn Cashe:
Today I heard of Sgt. Cashe's story. WOW...what a great American Hero!
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Sgt. Cashe. I will not forget the great sacrifice that he made for our country.
I pray that God will grant you peace and comfort for your time without Sgt. Cashe. May you always find comfort when you remember him.
Charles Ellis Johnson
July 21, 2021
No Greater Love/No Greater Sacrifice
SFC Cashe, Alwyn; As I learn of your life story today, my eyes are filled with tears of Pride and Gratitude. As a Black native of Florida, U.S. Army veteran, and mentor to military prospects; I will use your light as a quide to
service with honor. From this day on, I will Salute you,
and Pray that you Rest In Hallowed Peace.
American Legion/Army Veteran
Lajuan Hird
June 2, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. You are still my number one hero.
Tony Ezell
June 1, 2021
I only read his story this first day of June, didn't know him, but now I do, and damn proud of it. He was a true warrior, excellent soldier, top of the line leader, and above all else his Love for his fellow man. I know where you are. Fly high my friend and God bless your soul.
Harry Conner
May 28, 2021
Never forgotten my Brother Drill Sergeant and Brother of the 3rd Infantry Division. CAN DO!
Charlie Gili
May 27, 2021
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 Alwyn C. Cashe US Army Sergeant 1st Class.
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
Anthony Mosley
March 9, 2021
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Terrence Lewis
November 26, 2020
May your journey always be peaceful..
Phillip Matthes
October 27, 2020
His deeds are very much legendary. I wrote the President and asked him to expedite his award. He died for my freedom!
Lee Mason
October 18, 2020
Thank you. You have shown me that true courage, dedication and unshakable commitment, driven by a true heart still lives in men. I'm humbled and honored to have known you.
jon reinecker
September 16, 2020
Thank you for your sacrifice. This country owes you a serious debt of gratitude. I think its great that this mans accomplishments are being brought to the attention of more people through Alejandro Villaneuva
Elijah Joseph
September 16, 2020
I never knew what this man accomplished until today! Thank you Al for placing this hero on your helmet. Thank you Cashe family for your sacrifice and may God continue to comfort you. Proud to say his name.
Josh
September 16, 2020
I read this story because of the tribute from Alejandro Villanueva. Gratitude and respect from a grateful American. Thank you for your service and your Sacrifice.
Beverly Fournier
May 27, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Harry Conner
May 26, 2020
Rest in Honored Peace my Brother Drill Sergeant. God bless you valiant soul.
John Holland
May 24, 2020
What an American hero! I salute you, SFC Cashe, and I ask God to bless you and your entire family on this solemn Memorial Day weekend. I lost my brother in Iraq in 2006...so many great men have fallen there. Peace, brother.
Bob Aspinwall
October 11, 2015
Alwyn Cashe,
You are a true hero. Thank you for protecting my family while you were here. I know you are in a better place, but still doing your duty as one of the Lord's Saints.
Rest in peace, thank you and may God bless you!
SFC (ret) Christopher Fowler
May 25, 2015
Today after the local Memorial Service, I was able to watch some Bald Eagles soaring on thermals. There couldn't be a more poignant representation of what this day is all about. The world is much less by your departure. Rest easy Drill Sergeant- This We'll Defend
Paul Miller
April 4, 2015
Rest In Peace Alwyn C. Cashe, you are truly a National Hero. There is no denying it, you deserve the Medal Of Honor and I am sure you will recieve it, you know how the Government works, they just have to get thier paperwork lined up and straightened out. God Bless you for what you did and God Bless your family.
Mike McGlasson
December 16, 2014
My Deepest respect to you and the fine family who raised you. What you did without self regard will stand in the history books and every Veteran's hearts. You didn't do it because of color of skin, you did it because of the color of your uniform and the color of our great nations flag. Thank you is not enough. When I say my thank yous and have a drink on our holiday, you will be in my prayers. I served in Desert Storm and did my duty, but after the comments, condolences, and out pouring of love for you, It would have been an honor to serve with you in battle. We all took the oath, and you gave your life for that oath and your soldiers. I would follow you to hell and back Sir. Salute today and everyday I breath the air of freedom. God bless and it's time you rest.
OS3 (SW) McGlasson, U.S. Navy
Judy Davidson
December 16, 2014
Thank you! From a former Marine...Semper Fidelis!
Glen Schule
December 9, 2014
To the Cashe Family,
Your sacrifice will never forgotten. SFC Cashe will serve as an inspiration for all time. I will pass on his sacrifice to my son. Thank you from a fellow infantryman
December 7, 2014
To SFC Cashe's family and friends I offer a belated deepest condolences. I never met your trooper and until very recently I had no idea of the circumstances of his loss. Knowing what I know now, all I can say is that I am a lesser man for not having had the opportunity to meet him and learn from him. I am also a former USArmy NCO and wish that I could have had a mentor such as him.
Captain Jeffrey J. Dias
Onset Fire Department
Onset Massachusetts
Ash-Leigh Harlow-misscsa
November 20, 2014
Dearest American Hero Here's So Hoping You Get The Medal You So Richly Deserve My Thoughts And Prayers Are With Your Family Friends And Your Brothers And Sisters Soldiers Most Humbly Miss Confederate State's Miss Virginia Ash-Leigh Harlow
November 19, 2014
simple words fail me.hooorah sgt cashe,you are truely an american hero.the families of the men you saved and your brothers will never ever forget you.no medal is great enough for a hero such as you,but you have something better,the love and respect of your country and brothers.someday politics will stop interfearing and you will recieve the countries highest award.god bless you sgt,rest in peace-hooorah
Harry Conner
November 13, 2014
Its been a memorable year Marne Brother. Two facilities now carry your name. I visited the 911 Memorial, the 1/15th and Ft Stewart and you were with me every mile. Andrew and LaJada are getting so big and they are truly fine young people and I know you re proud of them! Colonel Brito is now a Brigadier General and continues to lead the fight for your Medal of Honor. Ofcourse, you know all of this. I just want you to know you are NEVER forgotten and always thought of by thousands of your fellow citizens and your valor and your sacrifice are an inspiration. Save a spot for us old Marne Soldiers my Brother and cover our "six" from your place in Heaven. "CAN DO" Brother!
Christopher Fowler
November 12, 2014
Having served on the trail with SFC Cashe, I can honestly say that his actions were in keeping with the man I knew. Thank you!
Joel Quebec
March 28, 2014
To the Cashe family; Please contact me as soon as possible regarding your loved one's service and sacrifice. There is an Army facility that wants to name their new building after him. I am trying to coordinate with family members to arrange the memorialization ceremony. My office number is 803-751-9695 Thank you.
Harry Conner
November 6, 2013
SFC Cashe, I promise you I will never forget your sacrifice and courage, and, I will never ever relent in my efforts to see your babies receive the Medal of Honor you earned 8 years ago! You changed my life forever, for the better, and I thank you. As long as men like you serve our Nation we will remain the home of the brave and land of the free forever. My sincere respect Brother.
November 6, 2013
Ms. White, I remember and I think about Cashe almost everyday. God bless!
Linden Collins
November 5, 2013
Rest in Peace
Tom Rasmussen
October 18, 2013
Thank you for your service & sacrifice. So sorry for your family & loving daughters/family that love you and miss you so much.
October 17, 2013
Missing you.
Kasinsl Cashe White
October 17, 2013
Today, 8 years ago my world tilted on its axis. I wonder if anyone remembers besides me. Does anyone remember your sense of humor or your lopsided grin. Does anyone remember the poor kid from the projects that made good. I remember, like it was yesterday. I remember getting the call that your were hurt, I remember getting the second call that it was a lot worst than what was originally thought. I remember driving to Orlando to pick up momma. I remember the flight out to Texas. I even remember what the air smelled like trying to put up a brave front for momma, thinking that you had come through so much in life and praying that you would come through this. As hard as I try to forget the details, I remember. I remember holding your hand after that first operation, when the doctor said you were pretty tough for a little guy. I remember when you opened your eyes, and the surprised look on your face. I remember. How I prayed that things would end differently, I remember talking to you and all the questions you had. I remember your last words to me. They are burned in my heart. I remember the second opration, the choices we made, trying to hold you on this earth with us. I remember begging you to fight and how you fought to stay. I remember the loss, the pain. The unrealness of it all. I remember you today and everyday little brother. I remember
BRIAN ALLEN
October 17, 2013
You will never be forgotten Brother. We have never met but read your story all the time. I will tell you that you are alive and well on Facebook. Your selflessness is amazing. You keep me going at times when I want to complain about having to cut the grass or go to work, etc... Quickly I am reminded of how petty my issues are... You take care of yourself up there and I hope to shake your hand some day.
Brian Allen (Navy Vet)
Kasinsl Cashe White
July 14, 2013
What's up bro. Yesterday was to difficult to write. Woke at 0400 and the day went downhill from there. It would have been your 42nd birthday, I talked to Tamara she said she was alright but I could tell that like me she was aware if the importance of the day. It is said that time heals all wounds but for me it is like time is standing still. It remains hard to talk about, you are truely missed. I can't help but wonder what things you would have contributed to this world, how different life would be. I continue on with the fight, slow progress but I remain ever faithful. I miss you as much today as I did on November 8, 2005, no that's not true, I miss you more. My heart has a void the size of a crater and time has not begun to heal it, I don't think time ever will. I miss you. I love you and I will never forget you.
Kasinal Cashe White
May 27, 2013
Today as always I remember you. Wishing as always I had more than memories I love you more today than ever , if that is possible, to some the war may be officially over but for me the battle rages on.
May 26, 2013
I would like to honor America's fallen hero's, whom voluntarily serve their country with honor, dedication, loyalty, and selfless sacrifice. I knew many of the soldiers that died in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. My heart is particularly heavy when I think about SFC Cashe which I often do. I offer my sympathies to his beloved family and I hope that as time goes by the pain of losing a brave brother, husband, and family member will ease.
Isom Morgan (SGM) Retired
May 20, 2013
Visit the fallen soldiers memorial in Oviedo. Now thru memorial day. Crosses for each Florida soldier lost in Iraq and Afghanistan. Come and honor Al. Located on the Lawton House grounds in downtown Oviedo
Kasinal Cashe White
March 31, 2013
Missing you so much this Resurection Sunday. Needed a friend to talk to and my little brother is still missing from that number. Loving you.
Lajuan Hird
March 30, 2013
Al, yu are gone, but yu ate always with me. I will never forget yu. I miss yu so much!
Isom Morgan
March 29, 2013
I was reading a VFW Vietnam magazine and I stumbled upon an artice about SFC Cashe. I am very sad to learn that "Cashe Money" has died. I met him in 1996 when we arrived in Friedburg, Germany. We became friends. Although I am sadden by SFC Cashe death, I also am very proud of him. I am so proud!! Good job "Cashe Money"
Your friend forever,
Isom "Mad Dog" Morgan
Ismael Rivera Jr.
November 14, 2012
Cash
It has been a while since I last wrote to you but not talked you! I keep a small picture of you on my desk. I give thanks to god every morning for what I have and what I lost one was a soldier who I was very proud of (you) and who I had the pleasure to have begun your grooming process back in the 199th Sup Bn ( now 2 ACR cav) you and SP4 Laddner were my boys and will always be. I am still sending your story to Senitors and Congressmen as to why you deserve the MOH! You remebered you always take you soldiers(Boys) until the end and that you did. Cash sometimes I say to myself what if I told you not to switch MOS from Supply 76Y(92Y) and go 11B would you still be here? I don't rightly know but I do know you truely are above the best. Until we meet again my old friend.
Kasinal Cashe White
November 8, 2012
Well bro we have come full circle again. Seven years of missing you. Seven years of would haves, could haves, and should haves. Seven years it been a long time but it seems like yesterday. I still miss you, I always will. I got through this day yet again and press forward. I love you bro.
October 24, 2012
I miss you Al
Kasinal Cashe White
October 23, 2012
Well bro, it seems like today is one of those I miss you terribly days. Started off remembering this day 2005, it was the day you spoke to me. We talked about doc rob, I remember u were so hurt to learn of his death. You were overjoyed to find that Howe and the rest were holding there own. Today was the day I learned to believe in miracles. You laughed when you found out that I had really flown on a plane to get to your side. Then u touched my heart when u told me you would have flown for me too. Kinda funny since that was all you did. Momma never would cone in that room. Now I know why, maybe in heart heart she knew and she just did not want to steal my joy. I miss you knuckle head. I live you and I promise through the pain I will never forget.
carlos eulloque
October 18, 2012
I still relive all the good memories we had brother another year withouth seems like yesterday
Melody Pittman
October 17, 2012
I will never forget this day. It is burned into my memory. He sacrificed himself for his soldiers, to include my brother-in-law. I can never repay or express my gratitude for this man and his family. Thank you.
July 15, 2012
Offering much gratitude for such a fine man as Alywyn Cashe. It is obvious that he has not been forgotten. I wish I could have thanked him in person.
Lajada Cashe
February 9, 2012
- iiMiss My Dad So Much It Doesn'tMake Any Since But He'sGone & Will NeverBeForgotten & Thats What So Special ~ iiM The Yougest Out Of The Three He Lef Behind Three Beautiful Ladies Who Love Him Two Daughters & One Son ILY Daddy
Kasinal Cashe White
November 12, 2011
Al...Some may think that I have forgotten because I did not write on the 8th but fogetting is something I will never do. I spent that day for the first time in 6 years in the public eye as a tribute to you. I was moved and deeply honored by the group of people that I meet that day. It was a Veterans Day Memorial Program hosted by Raydon. I was able to see the contribution they make to keep our soilders safe. As I toured their facility and saw all this glorious work, how I wished it had been available in 2005, because there was no doubt in my mind that had the things I beheld on that day, been available to you and your crew that the outcome would have been so different. I was thankful in many ways for all the developments for with them maybe soon no other sister will have feel as I do. Memories of the things I saw at BAMC came crashing back of the young and old, so many scars so many lives changed. I honored you then as I honor you now, for it is with love that I carry on and do as I do. I Love You.
SGT. Brandon Shanholtzer
November 11, 2011
SFC. Cashe. I never got a chance to meet you, i joined the platoon after there redeployment.You mentored and trained a great group of soldiers, dedicated and very proud to have served with you and the other fallen men of 3rd Platoon, Alpha Company 1-15 INF. In 2007-2008 we had the pleasure of occupying an outpost and naming it COB Cashe in remembrance to you. Wish i could of met you, i've heard plenty of stories from your former platoon that it feels like i knew you. Best wishes to your family and friends and to your platoon.
carlos eulloque
November 11, 2011
6 years ago i met you and through time i realized you was a wise man, fair, smart,strong and humble. is very hard to live day by day knowing that your not around to receive advice or complain. i will see you someday and tell you all about how the job we started ended and it was not invain, that place is much better then the day u left. i miss you brother and theres not a day i dont think about you, doc, train, howe and salerno. god bless your family and may god continue to enjoy your company because if this was his will, he choose an outstanding human being for his heaven. amen brother cashemoney. i got your newport waiting for you.
Beverly Fournier
November 11, 2011
I never met Sgt. 1st Class Cashe & probably first heard of his passing from the O.C. Register but have been receiving updates of his guestbook because I was touched by his service to our country & his sacrifice. Today, on Veterans' Day I am thinking of him & all other veterans living & dead ~
Thank You !
Latanya Magwood
November 11, 2011
A Hero is what u were and always will be, a classmate, that took life serious Al, You are well missed. Love Ya R.I.P.....
roger green
November 10, 2011
My brother,my friend you will never be forgotten A true hero love you man. Roger Green (Oviedo,Fl)
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Alwyn C. Cashe:
Please accept my remembrance of Alwyn on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Darlene Peaches Williams
November 8, 2011
Six years to this day. You are still missed and never forgotten. A true hero to all.
Harry Conner
October 17, 2011
SFC Cashe today is the 6th anniversary of when you fulfilled your destiny as one of God's Angels on Earth. We will never rest until Alexis, Lajada and Andrew are presented the MEDAL OF HONOR YOUR EARNED! Rest in peace Soldier of God's Army and know you are NEVER FORGOTTEN my brother Drill Sergeant.
M E
October 16, 2011
I do not think I severd with SFC Cashe; however, I am wearing a bracelet with his name on it. He is a real hero and my prayers go to his family. Rock of the Marne!
Ed Barrett
October 8, 2011
I just read of SFC Cashe's heroic actions and sacrifice. He will live on as an inspiration and example for those of us who now or have ever served this nation.
He and his family will be in my prayers tonight.
Ismael Rivera
October 7, 2011
Cashe you and SP4 Ladner were my best supply clerks. in the 199th. I had you for 4 years and you were my right hand soldier in the S-4. The day you told me you wanted to RE-UP for Infantry I told you NO! But after we talked you convince me how you will always take care of your junior soldiers an lead by example as you did with me. Even thou we lost contact for a while I often thought of you. Now Cashe you did more than just lead by example and took care of men. Back in 1991 you were my up and coming star of 63 soldiers.An now I look at stars to see and talk to you knowing that you are there listening. Back then I looked at you as a son and I still do now. This news hit me hard I will as of Today push for this MOH for you. I will miss you as I have but I will never forget you!For you will always be my UP AND COMING STAR! SFC.Rivera(daddy)
Lajuan Hird
October 6, 2011
I salute you always, thanks for just being you.I will always remember you and you will always be in my heart much love Al.
Neil Bennett
October 6, 2011
I salute this brave American soldier.
May he rest in peace.
Monroe Smith
October 5, 2011
I just read about this young man and his actions. I will work to get him the M O H,
We all should. Well Done!!!
Kasinal Cashe White
July 23, 2011
Been a while since we talked, really could not write on the 13th, to many emotions running through my brain. I know the importance of the day but I wonder how many people actually remember what it means to me. You are still missed little brother and you will never be forgotten. I Love You. Happy belated Birthday
D.P. Williams
July 13, 2011
As I am sitting here I remember what today is. The 13th of July which would have and is your birthday. You will never be forgotten. Just know all your love ones have you in their hearts as you continue to look over them. As we know you are one of God’s angels. I have to always remember this quote “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help”.
Yvonne Holmes
June 12, 2011
I LOVE YOU
Harry Conner
May 29, 2011
To the entire Cashe Family: I never had the great honor of meeting Alwyn but he has changed my life for ever and for good. His actions showed me what the true meaning of love and sacrafice are. On this Memorial Day Weekend I feel so close to my fellow Drill Sergeant and wish so much he was here with his wonderful families and his sisters I have been so honored to know. My brother you have left a legacy few have ever matched. I will always honor you, remember you, thank you and love you. Try to save a place in Heaven for a brother "Drill". It will be an HONOR to meet you. To the Cashe family please please know the sacrifice Alwyn made will ALWAYS be remembered and honored by all Americans. GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Kasinal Cashe White
January 17, 2011
Wow it's 2011 bro. I could not sit and write before now, things were out of control. Life has slowed down and I can breath again. Still missing you like crazy but learning to live with the pain. I am writing letters coming and going but all I get from our Dear Uncle (Sam, that is) is the run around. I wish I KNEW SOMEBODY THAT KNEW SOMEBODY but that is not case. Yet I fight on. Someday prayfully in this lifetime I will succeed. Keep looking after me from above and know that I keep loving you down here
lajada cashe
January 5, 2011
i loved my dad so much theres not a word to describe i miss him an in my heart he is not dead i love him an there will be no other dad in my heart other than god an no one will ever take this feeling in my heart away
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Alwyn C. Cashe:
Remembering Alwyn 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
Darlene Peaches WIlliams
November 8, 2010
Cashe, today marks 5 years you have been gone. Surely you are still missed as though it was just yesterday. You will never be forgotten.
D.P. Williams
Tammy Hall
November 8, 2010
Thank you for being the man that you were. The hero that you are and the person you were yet to become.
Kasinal Cashe White
November 8, 2010
Today, five years ago my world fell apart. I was there, prayed that God would move in a powerful way to send you back home to us but that was not his will. It still hurtyet I do not question his will. I have learned to live with the pain that never goes away. There are times when it is duller but on days like today it is as sharp as it was then, a knife ripping through my heart. Life around still moves yet I can not let go. Time is irrelevant it appears a nightmare, a horrible dream that has me caught in a cascade of emotions and fears. If I could turn back the has of time this day would never come. It is a bad one, the family functions but nothing has been the same. I miss you little brother, as much today as I knew I would when you first closed your eyes. I have kept my promises but it grows harder each day. Today is by far the worst of the worst. no matter what it comes back and haunts you, memories past are good but I wish that I could make new ones with you. There have been new additons to the family, you are a great uncle three times, a great great uncle once, so many changes yet some things remain the same.
I miss you little brother, I love you and will never forget you or the the things that you did during your lifetime. I will forever be a living testimony to your life and the man that you were. Watchover us, keep us safe and know that in this life you are loved.
Holmes Yvonne
October 17, 2010
Sometimes I think it went by so fast other times it seems just like yesterday. I love you and I think of you always- some days are just a little harder than others
Kasinal Cashe White
September 11, 2010
Another day in observance of the trajedy that started it all. I miss you as much today as any toher. I continually pray for those that fight for peace and honor. I give thanks for the men and women like you who have risked it all for peolpe like me. I pray for those that talk about this war as if it is nothing, for I know the scarifices that have been made for freedom. I cherish each day that we had and look forward to he day that we met again in the here after, I will light a candle for you from this day forward and keep it buring in your memory, the same as I fly my flag. I love you little brother. Thou you are gone you will never be forgotten.
Lajuan Hird
July 14, 2010
Happy belated birthday al i miss you so much even more now that you are gone. I was looking forward to you coming home, cause no matter what we were still friends, and you would check on your friend. I still love you and miss you.
Kasinal Cashe White
July 13, 2010
Another year without you, another birthday to remind me of what I lost. If no one thought about you today, I did. I miss you litlle brother. There is not truth to the saying time heals all wounds, My heart still hurts. I love you.
I thought that today it would be easier, I lied, I tried to fool myself into believing that all was good. I was wrong. I still missed your phone call. My tears still came. I felt torn into. I thought about you. My heart beat for you. I wished oh how I wished that I could turn back the hands of time. Five birthdays without my baby brother to joke with. Seems like yesterday when you were riding that 10 speed bike that was much bigger than you, smiling so proud for all of Oviedo to see. You would have been 40 today proably somewhere hunting or fishing. Maybe hanging out with Robert or just cruisng. I miss you more than anyone knows. I loved you from the day momma brought you home. I thank you that I got to spend those last two weeks with you. I truly miss you bro, I will never ever forget you.... Here's one for you.
Darlene Peaches Williams
July 13, 2010
Well Cashe you are still in my mind and on my heart. It is still hard to believe that you are not here but I do know you are still here in spirit. Today marks your 40th birthday. I can see you now maybe trying to go fishing for your birthday. You are truly missed and NEVER forgotten.
Paul Vasquez
July 9, 2010
Remembering you as one of my Most Honored Friends. I served with you as a Drill Sergeant; training those Infantry Soldier who are willing to give it all for America' Freedoms.
I know that you served them well. I only hope that their skills and experiences will keep each of them alive to come home to there family.
Al you are still here in our hearts.
All whom have fallen and those who still are serving deserve all of our respect.
Forever
your friend
Paul US Army (Ret)
Denise King
June 22, 2010
I Did Not Die
Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
Peace and Blessings to you and yours, Denise
Tammy Hall
June 22, 2010
Al,
Seeing the pain that your sister has endured since you left us to be with the angels makes my heart hurt. I pray that you send angels to comfort her and know that she loves you. Thank you for giving your life for our freedom. I love you my old friend.
Kasinal Cashe White
June 22, 2010
Hello Little Brother,
It's been a minute, as the children say but I had to write today. It seems that as your birthday grows near I am tormented with dreams and visions of all your antics from your youth. I really miss you and wanted you to know that not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I am planning on visiting Tammy and Lex the latter part of July. I try not to interfer because I know that the memories are hard on them too but I do my best to keep in touch. She is growing into such a lovely young lady, you would be so proud of our little FAT. I will close for now, I just wanted to say hello.
Love you 2day and 4ever.
Kaye
June 17, 2010
Al,
Your are always on my mind, but today I just thought I would write and say hello, Naybe tell you a little bit about Lex. I kbow you are watching out for her, but in case, I will tell se is doing good, they both are. I talked with her Memorial Weekend, it was a quick talk, you can remember how it was at that age. We are going to visit this summer. Of course it's not the dame and I know Robert goes for you cause it brings back too many memories of you for him, but he knows you would want him to continue to go and stay in close contact with FAT. Anyway, just writing cause your were heavy on the heart and mind today.
Luv you always,
Orie
Mykael Slaughter
March 30, 2010
My heart goes out to the family of this man i called brother,,my name is Mike Slaughter,i just recieved the news today,i served with ,,then he was SGT CASHE,,in Texas at FT HOOD,,all who have known this man should consider themselves blessed,,They dont hardly make men like him anymore,,I am shocked by this news and he will really be missed,,again im so sorry for your loss
Monica Wilson-Fergerson
January 29, 2010
Al,
I was sitting here watching a special about Iraq and I thought about you. I still remember our Grant Chapel days and your house across the street from the church. You will be missed. You were truly a awesome and humble man. When I heard about your death, I was deeply saddened. It broke my heart to lose one of our own. Thank you for your sacrifice. Your friend always.
Monica
Kasinal Cashe White
January 1, 2010
Happy New Year, little brother, Churched last night to bring in the new year. Lite a candle of remembrance in your honor. Seems that time passing would make this easier but it doesn't. life goes on but there is a void in mine becasue you are not here. Miss you much. Help keep the angels smiling down on me. I stay positive knowing that one day I will be in glory with you, our earthly father and the Lord. Love you, miss you. Keeping it real in 2010.
Dru Holmes
November 28, 2009
Hey uncle Al it's Dru. For some reason i'm sittin at work thinkin about you, so i decided to drop in and write u. At times it's to much to think about or to talk about so i sit to myself. Especially now a days. I mean Charles is Iraq now and it's hard to think about it cuz i'm always scared the same thing could happen to him. Both of you are better than me in so many ways. You more than all, I mean i can't even imagine putting myself in that situation cuz i couldn't do what u did. I mean there's nothing greater than what you did that day. And if it's the last thing i do i'ma make sure the whole world knows about it. So every song i write every time i speak anything from now on anything i do of any importance will have u in it.
Kasinal Cashe White
November 8, 2009
Hello little Brother:
All day yeaterday I dreaded this day, I knew it would come but I kinda wish that I had the authority to remove it from the calendar. I miss you daily but today I remember you more, it is the last day that I saw you smile. It is the day that our family knew we would lose you, I miss you much and I wish there was time to tell you all the things I never said. To remind you of all the promises we made. If I could recapture a moment it would be when you were 10, when you that I was the next best thing to store bought bread. I remember your eyes when I bought you that bike, you were so proud and I think that is when you realzed that your big sister loved you more than anything. I am sorry if ever I ever was not the big sister I should have been but at the time I was the best one I knew how to be. I want you to know that as log as I have beath in my body I will never forget you and all the trails and tribulations we went through. I alsways thought that our family was poor but as I grew older I learned how very rich we were becasue dispite it all we always had each other. if as children we could see into the future I know there are a lot of things we would change but thank God that we grow not only older but wiser. Thank you for being a goold little brother, most of the time, and thank you for being my friend, all of the time. Inever got to tell you but thank you for the encouragement. It has paid off and I am proud to be at the point in my life that I am. I wish you were here to share in it. It would be so good to see your loped sided smile again or even hear you arguing about being right when I know you were wrong. Life cheated me out of a lot of moments with you but i thank God for the moments I had. I know you are looking down from Gods resting place and realize the state of affairs in this country, at least you do not have that to dael with anymore. I pray that all you fought for was not in vain, this war rages on.
But I do not want to get caught up in politics, bro, I just wanted to say that I miss you, today more becasue it is the anniversary of the day I lost you,I love you everyday whether you are physically here with me or not. And to let you know that although my heart bleeds for you that I am doing pretty good all things considered. I am holding it togather like I w=always said I would.
I see lex almost everyday since I started using FB, it always people to keep in touch from a distance. Tammy is planing a trip to Florida soon, or I am going to Geogia but one way or the other we are getting togather. Bern and I will be going to see "Cashe Town" this year. I think I can hand the emotions of seeing your picture on that building. I guess that is all for now. Just wanted you to know that even when I dont write on this page that I miss you. Much love,
Robert Holmes
October 12, 2009
Hey Uncle Al,
It's Dru and I know it's been a while since I've been on here. I Love you and I ALWAYS will. Sometimes when I think about you it brings me to tears and I'll probably never admit it again, but i cry more thinking about you than anything else. I LOVE YOU. Lex and Aunt Tammy are great I even moved in for a while back and when I was there I realized again why and how much i loved you... I love you and I hope I'll see you again one day.
John Williams
October 11, 2009
SFC Cashe, It was a pleasure serving with you in Bosnia and in Germany. I remember hanging out with you off duty and on duty. I was shocked to see your picture in the 1-15 book and flooded with all of the goodtimes we had. Rest in peace and my prayers are with your soldiers and family...you will always be remembered and missed.
Yvonne Holmes
August 25, 2009
Hey Al,
It's been a while. I read all the entries and realize how many lives you acutally touched. Just wanted you to know that I think about you all the time. I miss you. When times get really bad for me, and they have from time to time, I think about you and I can get through it all. Lexi has grown so much. You would be so proud of your beautiful daughter. I gave her a locket with your picture in it for her 16th birthday. I know you are watching over her and the rest of us.
Love you always, your sister
Orie
Swanman
July 17, 2009
I remember times when SFC Cashe would do some crazy things in training like go into a firefight with just his M-16 in order to go get his PL. He was a leader when i met him in A co 1-18 Inf out of Schweinfurt, GE. I had the liberty of serving with him in OIF2 in Tikrit Iraq and now knowing that the one place where we had trouble in OIF 2 as Vanguards was Samarra. I give my condolences to his family and to his friends, One soldier lost hurts us greatley, one friend lost hurts more, but a great soldeir that happens to be a friend hits home more then anybody knows. War makes brothers and sisters out of people that normally wouldn't be drawn together.
Carl McClendon
July 17, 2009
He was great precisely because, like other heroes, he did not allow human weakness to deter him from doing great works.
Kasinal Cashe White
July 14, 2009
Hello little brother and Happy Birthday. I was out of sorts on Monday and for the life of me could not fiqure out why. I got up at 0500 feeling just terrible. So I went back to bed thinking that I had picked up a bug or something. I was awaken again at 0700 by the alarm clock and felt so bad that I thought I would need to see a doctor. I did not know what was wrong. Took some tylenol and went back to bed to be awaken again at 0930 by Dru shouting that I had overslept and would be late for work. Fearing the reprocussions I dragged out of bed and headed to work at a snails pace. I felt awful but I did not have a temperature, nothing was discolored or swollen, so I figured I would go to work ad let them send me home ill. I arrived at work at 1100, sat down and turned the computer on and the date flashed on the screen in big bold letters: July 13, 2009 that is when I realized what was wrong with me. This would have been your 39th birthday. My my heart knew something was missing but the body did not. I had not recieved my wake up call from you for the 4th year. I remember those calls like they were yesterday and I still miss them. I functioned like a zoombie all day, could not shake feeling of dread. I miss you, I can't seem to get past the pain. I try and I know that there is a reason that I continue to feel as I do but God has not seen fit to reveal it to me yet. I miss you so much and it seems that even when my brain does not dwell on it a peiece of me (my heart) knows that there is a part of me missing. I love you, continue to rest in peace. I fear that my heart will never heal from the blow that life has dealt me. It seems so unfair that I watched over you all my life and now you are not here to share that life with me. I love you Al, I always have and I always will.
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