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for Jason Benford
Charlie Gili
November 22, 2020
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Jason Alan Benford US Army Staff 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, 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
May 27, 2012
May Jason's family experience recognition of their loved one this Memorial Day. I hope that you all experience peace and pride this weekend for his exemplary military service.
Peggy Childers
September 27, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jason A. Benford:
Please accept my remembrance of Jason on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 27, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jason A. Benford:
Remembering Jason 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
Billy Nestor
September 27, 2009
Still think about Benford everyday I miss him very much he was a great mentor and friend
Kenna Larra
May 29, 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 1,450 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
Shawn Galliers
April 21, 2009
To the entire Benford family:
I'm sorry for this delayed signing in your family's Guestbook; I just learned today of Jason's passing and felt compelled to write a few words.
Linda & John, as you know, growing up I lived around the corner on Harvard in Toledo and used to watch/hang out with Jason & John for several years. I was saddened, yet deeply moved, after reading Jason's exemplary service record along with his outstanding achievements. Kim, I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you or your family but, I hope you're finding comfort in the pride you must feel for Jason.
Good luck and God speed to all of you!
Kind regards,
Kristal L. Rosebrook
December 26, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Andre Ford
November 10, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Benford,
I'm Andre a senior at Sumner High school in Washington. I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your son. But you should be very proud of him, which I am sure you are. Because he died to give us freedoms that we may not of had. Thank you for your families sacrifice.
Peggy Childers
September 18, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Jason A. Benford:
Jason 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
SHARON SIMS
July 18, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF JASON BENFORD:
THE "RUN FOR THE FALLEN" TEAM CAME THROUGH OUR SMALL CITY OF WAYNOKA, OKLAHOMA THIS WEEK AND JASON'S FLAG WAS PLACED JUST OUTSIDE OF TOWN. IF YOU LOOK ON A MAP, WE'RE IN N.W. OKLAHOMA.
AS A MOTHER OF A RETURNING SOLDIER FROM BAGDAD, I WANT TO EXPRESS MY HEARTFELT THANKS TO JASON FOR HIS SACRIFICE AND SERVICE TO HIS COUNTRY.
NO FAMILY SHOULD HAVE TO ENDURE THIS AND I HAVE NO IDEA OF THE PAIN YOU ALL MUST BE FEELING, BUT AFTER READING ABOUT JASON, I TOO FEEL SUCH A SENSE OF LOSS. MY HEART ABSOLUTELY BREAKS FOR HIS FAMILY.
HOLD TIGHT TO THE GOOD MEMORIES OF HIM AND THE INCREDIBLE SACRIFICE HE MADE TO KEEP US ALL SAFE AND KNOW THERE IS A MOM IN OKLAHOMA WHO IS HONORED TO HAVE HIS FLAG FLYING OUTSIDE OF TOWN.
WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU.
the Buck family
May 24, 2008
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jason A. Benford, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.
May 9, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Benford!
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
September 21, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Staff Sergeant Benford. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. His life and his love of country epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe him ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… his family!!!
August 15, 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 23, 2007
Thank you for the sacrfice made by Staff Sgt Benford 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!!
Dana Parker
November 10, 2006
I miss my Uncle Jay everyday and wish I could have spent more time with him. He was a terrific person and will never be forgotten.
My thoughts are with you Kim & family.
October 22, 2006
To the Family of Staff Sgt. Jason A. Benford:
Your son's name, along with our sons, is forever together on a Memorial standing at Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, PA. Their dogtags hang together forever moving with the wind creating a subtle sound, like the quiet whispers of the Fallen as they continue to speak to us. Attending this Memorial Dedication and hearing your child's name being read along with ours, has prompted me to sign this soldier's guestbook.
If your child can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his 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 as well 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 right now. 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
Garnet Jenkins
September 27, 2006
Please know that I am deeply sorry for the loss of Staff Sgt. Jason A. Benford, one year ago today.
As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly,
and as a sister, who has lost a brother to war,
I am aware of the deep and devastating pain that a loss such as this brings. The overwhelming heartache seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes.
Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
Ever so softly and slowly, time does heal.
May Jason, Rest Safely, in the Loving Care of God and know that he WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I pray that God's Loving Comfort and Grace will continue to be with the Beneford family.
I am the sister, of such a Young Hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4
With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on.
You are in my prayers.
Emily Wood
September 27, 2006
It has been a year to the day and not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I miss you Uncle Jay and wish that I was able to tell you that I love you before all this. Kim, Lane and Jacob I love you guys and pray for you everyday.
ROBYN GARSIDE
June 4, 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 FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Peggy Morris
April 23, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 25, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Benford family in the loss of Jason. I did not know Jason, 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. 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~
jodi avery
January 3, 2006
I have never met this family, but I have to say thank you for his will to fight for our country. God bless you all. Sorry for your loss.
Brian Mehan
November 2, 2005
My deepest sympathies and condolences on the passing of an American hero. SSG Benford and I served together in A/1-15 during OIF I. His levity and friendly demeanor made even the hard times more bearable. The world will be a lesser place without him.
CPT Brian Mehan "Able 5"
Mike Cox
October 29, 2005
SSG Benford, Sorry the switch did not happen. I think about it often. RIP
Johanna (Clark)
October 25, 2005
Jason you are a true hero! I remember Jason from school, I graduated a year before he did. I am so sorry to his family. May all of your family be truly blessed!
kim mcelyea
October 22, 2005
Dear Jason, I will miss you and your hummor and i thank you every day for your bravery.Kim, Lane, and Jacob, my prayers are with you all.
Your sister forever, Kim
Paul,Valerie, & Logan Workman
October 13, 2005
Kim, Lane, & Jacob
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. For the short time we knew Jason we saw that he was a good person and a wonderful father.Your family will always be in our prayers.
Lane- Logan is so sorry for your loss and if you need anything from him or any of us please let us know.
James Taylor
October 11, 2005
Jason, i will never forget you. you will always be my friend, and my prayers are with you, and your loved ones. thanks for the memories.
adam tokach
October 10, 2005
Kim,
I served with SSG Benford in OIF1
He was an outstanding Nco and leader,who will not be for gotten
My prayer and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Mark Moore
October 10, 2005
Kim,
My prayers are with you, Lane, and Jacob during this most difficult time. I was honored to serve with Jason during OIF I. He was a true American Hero and this world is a lesser place without him.
Sharon Kiss
October 9, 2005
To Linda and Family
There are no words that can ever
express the pain and sorrow you are
feeling with the loss of Jason.
I just wish I could be there to put
my arms around you and hug and
comfort you.
God bless Jason and all our troops
for their service to our country.
May Jason rest in peace with the Lord.
Love from an old friend.
James & Carla Lois
October 8, 2005
Our son was serving with Jason in Iraq and spoke very highly of him, considering him a friend. We wanted you to know how much we weep for your family's loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Green
October 8, 2005
Lane ~ My heart goes out to all of you. Please know that we all love you at school and will be there to help out in any way we can! Remember that your father will always be with you, for he is forever in your heart. Love, Ms. Green
george&shannon simmons
October 7, 2005
Kim we love you and always will be here for you. i am so sorry i missed being there to support you. but are love will always be with you also please feel free to call and talk on just hang out. i will never forget you and your family. love shannon simmons
marsha causey
October 7, 2005
Benford Family
My heart goes out to you. My God bless you and keep you all safe. You are in my prayers.
Brenda & Ramon Garcia
October 7, 2005
As we all hear news from Iraq, it takes on a special and very personal significance when it hits so close to home.We are saddened to hear of the loss of Lori's brother, Jason, while serving in Iraq. Lori is a co-worker of my sister, Judy Hunter.
Jason's sacrifice, though difficult for all to accept, is not in vain. He paid the ultimate price as a true volunteer hero. His service to our country deserves special honor. We know that your family is extremely proud of Jason's dedication to his calling.
It remains our prayer that the peace and comfort of Jesus Christ will be present for you all as you pass through this difficult time.
May you reflect upon those many loving memories. Cherish them and above all, know that he is missed but always be remembered.
Respectfully,
Bob & Darlene Kneisel
October 7, 2005
So sorry for the loss of your brave son who gave his life for his country. Our thoughts and prayers are with you George, Jan and family
Dwayne Dorminey
October 7, 2005
I do not know Jason or the Benford family but I would like to say that I'm sorry for the passing of Jason while serving the Untied States of America and giving us the freedom that we as americans take for granite. May God's blessings give you the comfort and direction you will need during this time and always. Thanks to you Jason for your sacrifice that you have given for the USA. May you rest in peace.
Bree Santerelli
October 7, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Bree (Santerelli) Reinhart and family
(Broadway & Yale neighbors)
JOHNNIE BUSH
October 7, 2005
KIM, LANE, JACOB
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JASON MAY GOD BE WITH ALL OF YOU
LANE, YOU BE STRONG FOR MOM AND JACOB YOUR DAD WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU HE WILL WATCH ALL YOUR BASEBALL GAMES FROM HEAVEN MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Kathy Williams
October 7, 2005
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss.
As a mother, I can't imagine your pain. Just know that God has a wonderful plan ahead that we can not see at this time, and I pray that He will give you and your family strenth to get through each day. THANK YOU TO JASON, HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN, FOR YOUR SACRIFICE FOR OUR COUNTRY. You are all be in my prayers.
Christie Nestor
October 7, 2005
Kim, I can't begin to imagine how hard this must be, but from what I have seen you are strong. Hug those boys and tell them that their father was spoken very highly of by his soldiers. You are continually in my thoughts and prayers.
Tarrol Peterson
October 6, 2005
To the Family and friends of Staff Sergeant Benford, I can not begin to feel your loss. SSG Benford was a good Soldier. I will always remember the nights we spent in Kuwait at NJ Kabal in Aco 1-15IN. He will be missed
SFC Pete, IRAQ
Charitta Shannon
October 6, 2005
Kimberly,
...a wonderful lady, a great mother, and most loving wife to her husband, who will be missed by all. A husband who served our country honorably, was loved by all who met him, and a man that came home every day to wrap his arms around his wife and 2 boys. I want to say that you are thought of deeply. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you during this time of grief.
"Charitta Shannon"
Mike Bollin & Nancy Lambert
October 6, 2005
George, Jan and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. May God bless all of you.
Dan&Laura Lyons
October 6, 2005
Jason,You will forever live in our hearts.Our special Guardian Angel
God has you for a reason,He will always take care of your family.
all our love forever,Danny and Laura
Noah Pincusoff
October 6, 2005
I gunned for SSG Benford in iraq, before i got hurt and was sent back to the states, he knew how to live, and always talked of his family and his wife who he loved, in world i cant express his love for his family. He was life, and he knew how to bring it to its best, even in the worst situation RIP mike gulf, and forever BLUE 2,
Doug Ackerman
October 6, 2005
Linda, John and Jason's family. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Linda, too many years have gone by since we last spoke, but I remember you telling me of Jason's wonderful accomplishments and when we read about Jason's death, Sandy and I were both deeply saddened. We get to Sarasota often, please send your address. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Doug and Sandy Ackerman
[email protected]
Jim Hughes
October 6, 2005
I served with Jason as a fellow Squad Leader in Able 2-69. I fought with him in Iraq during OIF 1. He was an outstanding NCO both loved and respected by his men and those who served with him. I was shocked to hear of his death. I knew him and I will never forget him. May his family find comfort in this difficult time. Our prayers are with the entire Benford family. Strike Force Jason we'll miss you.
Delores and Jim Ferguson
October 6, 2005
Dear Bob Dolores Linda and Family
We are so sorry that you must suffer this pain. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
May you find peace and strength.
Jim and Delores Ferguson
Tinia Walden
October 6, 2005
Kim,
Remember that your loss is shared by your co-workers who care and that you are in our hearts and in our every prayer.
Tinia, Jenny, Angie and Shana
Meghan Givans
October 6, 2005
I wish to offer my condolences to you and your family during these difficult times. I will pray for you and your family as I pray for all of our guys serving all over the world. Speaking as a spouse of a 2-69 soldier, please know we are here to support you and help in any way we can. God bless you and keep you safe.
Tonya Peay-Parks
October 6, 2005
To the Benford Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you.
sarah molnar
October 6, 2005
Dear Linda and Family - Sorry to hear about your son Jason, a son to make any mother proud. No words are really adequate - but know that so many of your friends at T.P.S. are thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
Bob Rogers
October 6, 2005
It's hard to know what to say when people you are close to lose a loved one. There is little comfort in words. I wish I were there to give Lori and Kim and the whole family a warm smile and gentle hug, and remind you that despite the tragedy that has come into your lives, there is a God who is still in control that cares deeply and loves you very much, and will continue to love Kimberly, Lane and Jacob as His own. Even though they are without an earthly father now, they still have a heavenly father that will provide for all their needs. Jason will be missed. He was quite a man. He received many decorations as a soldier. I know his family knew him best as loving father and wonderful husband. I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless.
Petra Ankebrant
October 6, 2005
Kim
I am so sorry for your loss.My Husband SFC Ankebrant is in 2-69 armer in Iraq .Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
Laroy McDonald SSG
October 6, 2005
To the Benford Family, my deepest condolences and prayers go out to you all. SSG Benford was the best NCO that I had the opportunity to work with, from our early days being in 1/30 INF to 1/15 INF serving in Iraq during OIF1. Brother you will never be forgotten.
angelia picard
October 6, 2005
Kim,
I personally have not had the pleasure of meeting you are Jason.But,my husband is in 2-69 as well and speaks very highly of Jason.I cannot imagine how you must feel or what your family is going through my prayers will continue to be with you and your family.
The McMullen Family and the Staff of McMullen Funeral Home
October 6, 2005
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Laura Lang
October 5, 2005
To the entire Benford Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to the entire family. I know he will be with you always. I am proud and honored to have known him. It has been some time since I have seen or heard from him, but I will never forget his smile and humor. All my prayers go out to the family and know he will always be your guardian angel now.
jennifer wodarz
October 5, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. My husband SFC Wodarz is in Iraq as a platoon sargent now. He is in 2-69. I can never understand your pain but I grieve for you and your family as I grieve for all our lost heros. If you need us the army wifes are here for you. I pray God will help you in your time of need.
karen ryan
October 5, 2005
THANK YOU JASON FOR HELPING TO PROTECT THIS COUNTRY. MY CONDOLENCE TO ALL FAMILY MEMBERS. JASON WILL ALWAYS BE MY HERO.
LOVE, AUNT KAREN
Sharon & Alan Bremer
October 5, 2005
Dear Linda & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Jason, being taken from us so tragically. He was doing a heroic deed, keeping the peace. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers constantly. All of your friends' at Libbey High School are thinking and praying for you.
SHELLY JORDAN
October 5, 2005
MY DEAREST COUSIN, THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU AND FOR THE SACRIFACE YOU MADE FOR ALL OF US..
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
YOUR COUSIN SHELLY..
Jennifer Day
October 5, 2005
My husband, SPC. Day, thought the world of SSG Benford. We'll miss him.
Doc Satcher
October 5, 2005
To Jason's family, and Lori, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jason's life has been cut short in service to his country. I know he was a hero to each of you long before he became a hero to every one of us. Glorya and I will keep each of you in our prayers.
2-69 Wife
October 5, 2005
Kim, We are all thinking of you and your boys. Our prayers are always with you. He will surely be missed. I will continue to pray for you and your family.
Marcus &Senaria Bridges
October 5, 2005
To Mrs. Bedford & Family. Our prayers are with you and May God, continue to "Bless", you & your's!!
God Bless,
Mr. & Mrs. Bridges
Stacey Pearce
October 5, 2005
Kimberly,
My husband, Adam, is in 2-69 armor. I'm not sure if you remember me, I met you about a month and a half ago at Dr. Naman's office.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our prayers. If you ever need anything at all, please call. My number should be with the FRG.
Jim & Marcia Jones
October 5, 2005
George and Jan, No one can know the pain you feel over the loss of Jason. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. He was doing something he loved and serving his country.
Jason & Shannon (Atkins) Haupricht
October 5, 2005
We were saddened to hear of the loss of a fellow Bowsher graduate and will be praying for peace and comfort for your family. God bless Jason for his service to our country.
Thomas Robb
October 5, 2005
My condolences go out to SSG Benford's family. He was one of the best squad leaders I ever had when I was in A 1-15 INF.
Cadesman Pope
October 5, 2005
Our prayers are with you.
The Pope Family
ALISON TURNER
October 5, 2005
Kim, Lane, & Jacob, Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know Jason was a great husband and father and will be truly missed. Love, Alison, Taylor, & Cohen
Jill Neitzel
October 5, 2005
To John and entire Benford family:
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all.
Jill (Neitzel) Jones
Mary Myers
October 5, 2005
Dear Linda-
I am so sorry for your loss. You are such a dear friend. It breaks my heart to have had this happen to your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please call me. Love Mary, Greg, Melissa, Chad and Shannon
Bill Anderson
October 5, 2005
My deepest sympathy to the Benford family. Jason was a true freedom fighter and a hero. God bless your family.
Lois Newman
October 5, 2005
As the mother of a SFC in the Special Ops now serving in Iraq, my heart and prayers are with your entire family. I know how you worried about Jason and I also know of your pride in him. You all are in my constant prayers and I am so very proud to have had a Hero like your son standing guard over our country. We are forever in your debt. May God give you peace in the time to come and may everyday get easier to face. We are proud and we will never forget the ultimate sacrifice you all have made.
A Military Mom
Kevin, Tamara and Kayla Davis
October 4, 2005
Dear Kim and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Jason. We were never able to have the chance to meet him, however I have heard wonderful things about him. Ann was so proud of her son-in-law. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. May Jason rest in peace.
With Love,
Kevin, Tamara and Kayla
Jeremiah Coyle
October 4, 2005
With my deepest condolences,
greg Wojciechowski
October 4, 2005
Dear Linda, You have our deepest sympathy. May God comfort you. Greg and Hilda Wojciechowski
Kevin Hunter
October 4, 2005
George and John,
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.
God bless you all.
Kevin and Joanna Hunter
Mary-Lynn Cox
October 4, 2005
Dear Kim, Lane and Jacob,
Dillon, Kevin and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts hurt for you at this time. We are all praying for you and your family. Dillon is praying for you Lane, every night, that your heart won't hurt forever.
melissa myers
October 4, 2005
My dearest friend Linda, My heart is in my throat, to hear such terrible news about our Hero.We are holding you in our thought's and prayers God bless you and his family.Love and miss you Myers family.
Anthony and Kimberly Borowski
October 4, 2005
A whole country mourns your loss. Take comfort in the fact that Jason died a hero. We did not know him, but were a part of his military family. God Bless your family.
Mark & Kim Bilyeu
October 4, 2005
Jason Benford was a very close friend of mine. We were stationed together in Ft. Benning from 2001-2002. We often ate breakfast together before the duty day began and got to know each other very well and built a close freindship over a short amount of time. It was a blessing to share time with him and his family. Our prayers go out to Kim, Lane and Jacob. He is very much missed.
Mark and Kim Bilyeu
Ken Gillie
October 4, 2005
Jason was a very close friend of mine for most of my childhood. I have so many great memories of him and the time I spent with his family. He was always very loyal and true; I am proud to have known him and regret losing touch over the last 10 years. My deepest sympathies to his children, Kimberly, John, Linda and George for their tragic loss.
October 4, 2005
My son Jonathan has been serving in Iraq with Jason. I received an email from my son last week about Jason, part of which is quoted below. I wanted to share Jonathan's thoughts of Jason with you.
"He was a really great guy. One of the few NCOs that I new that you could come to him about anything."
Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Mike and Tracey Piccone
Bud & Mary Moon & Haskins
October 4, 2005
Dear Linda, Bob & Dolores:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and his wife and boys. We are there with you in spirit.
Jerry Baucom
October 4, 2005
Dear Benford Family,
I was told of your loss by my sister in Orlando, Fl., Judy Hunter who works with Lori at RA Rogers. I want you to know I have all of you in my prayers and thoughts. I did't know Jason but I respect and admire his courage and bravery. All of us back home here in the USA like our freedoms and ability to go where we please without fear. If it wasn't for men like Jason Alan Benford these freedoms we have now just might not be. I stand up and salute your Jason Alan Benford, job well done, may you rest in peace.
Jerry Baucom
LORI & TRAVIS WATTS
October 4, 2005
KIM AND FAMILY
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
mary dutkowski
October 4, 2005
Dear George and Jan and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories. Americans owe you and Jason greatly for this ultimate sacrifice. He was a son, father and brother to be proud of.
Love, Mary and Bob Dutkowski and family
Philip Neitzel
October 4, 2005
To John and the entire Benford Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our deepest sympathy.
Phil & Stephanie Neitzel (& son Jagger)
Dave & Elaine Neitzel
Jennine Olejownik
October 4, 2005
Dear Linda and John,
Words cannot even begin to express the pain that is felt when you lose such a wonderful person like Jason. As you both know, Jason and I were best friends way back when...and it seems like only yesterday that I last saw or spoke to him. I am so proud and honored to have had him be a part of my life. Please know that my entire heart goes out to both of you, as well as the rest of the family. May God bless his beautiful, loving and heroic soul.
Jennine
Stacey Jarzeboski
October 4, 2005
Dear John, Linda and Family -
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My sisters (Becky & Kim)and I were childhood friends of John and Jason. I can remember how fun and full of life you two were together. I'm sorry that was taken from you. I wish you and your friends and loved ones all the best. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Stacey Jarzeboski
(From Yale Drive - Jarz's youngest)
Dar and Kenny Snyder
October 4, 2005
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you.
Dar and Kenny
Daphe Reardon
October 4, 2005
I did not know Jason, but my prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless you all.
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