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Shef
January 31, 2023
Hotel Company Platoon 2073... I was with you June 19th through September 16th. I´ll never forget you spinning your M16 like you were on a drill team. We weren´t close but we were brothers, both Marines and both infantry. I was on the Syrian border when you were a few hours away. Small world, smaller war. None of us came home but some of us have to pretend we did. Rest easy brother. SEMPER FIDELIS
Nathan Wicker
January 13, 2017
Hey buddy, I know I've never posted on any of these but not a day goes by I don't think about you. I miss you all the time you were one of my best friends. I am married now with two kids and they have heard every crazy story about you and everything we ever did together you are as much a part of my family now as you always were. You remain a constant in my life if only in memory I know you would probably punch me for saying it lol... but I love you buddy you were one of a kind and I cherish the time we did have together and look back on it fondly and often. You are gone but will never be forgotten. Your friend Nathan Wicker.
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2013
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown:
Always remembering James. "Some gave all."
September 13, 2013
Thank you James for your service and sacrifice for our country.
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Peggy Childers
November 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown:
Please accept my remembrance of James on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
December 10, 2010
I am so very proud to have had a great Nephew like James I wish I had been around him more.Love Aunt Jan
Jerry & Suzanne Arnett
December 10, 2010
Dear James,I would have loved to have gotten to know you better. For that,My regrets! I'll see you again someday. Until then, Know you are missed a great deal! Merry christmas James,my regards and sympathies. Love ya, Cuz!!!
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown:
Remembering James 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
Wilbert & Betty Alexander
May 23, 2010
"We will understand it better bye and bye."
Kenna Larra
March 5, 2009
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,
Kenna
Kenna Larra
March 4, 2009
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,
Kenna
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2008
To the family of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown:
James 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
In Memory of James ~ (Debra Estep)
November 2, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know James, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Shane Hunter
October 1, 2008
I only knew James Brown and played football with him for 1 semester of school and that was still enough time for him to leave an everlasting impression on me. I always enjoyed his unique attitude and humor. In high school he always talked of becoming a marine, so i wasn't surprised when i ran into him at the evansiville armory taking the ASVAB. Thats the last chance i ever got to see him. My only regret is missing his funeral once i returned home....James Brown you will always be remembered, missed, and respected.
Kim Smith
August 31, 2008
Although I did not know Lance Cpl. James E. Brown, I hold him and his family in my heart and prayers.
Remember when times get tough that he is looking down from heaven smiling and protecting you.
Thank You for serving to keep our country safe.
May you rest in Peace with the Lord, and your hearts heal in time.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13
Proud Wife-to-Be of a Marine in Iraq
mary Hess
July 7, 2008
Always in my heart. I love you James Eric. Aunt Mary
the Buck family
July 4, 2008
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown, 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.
Becky Coy
July 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan from Indiana. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].
Megan Odom
June 18, 2008
Thank you James for serving our country!!! You honorably represented Owensville, we will never forget that!! In your high school years I didn't know you very well, but in grade school you would come over and hang out with my brother. I remember watching you play sports. I cried when I heard of your death. Gibson County will miss you!!! You will be forever in our hearts!
June 15, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Brown!
J Shoultz
June 11, 2008
Please accept this belated expression of sympathy at the loss of a loved one. I did not know this young soldier but have family with the same last name living near Fort Branch. As a former Owensville resident I feel a connection with the local residents. God bless your whole family.
SHOULTZ of Colorado
August 14, 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 2, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Brown and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Glen Nevogt
April 7, 2007
“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines
Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full
We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward
What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives
Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us
They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown
Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full
Robyn Garside
April 2, 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 ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
barry mullen
February 28, 2007
I was with James.. I am Barry Mullen.. I sorry for everyone loss. I know he touched everyone he met. He touched me with the short 9 months we spent with each other. We have been back from Iraq 24 days now, and believe me. James isnt forgotten. We still tell stories about him. Thanks for everyone's support of us. Sincerly Barry Mullen. Cpl usmc
Ruth Holler
January 30, 2007
To The Family of James,
May God bless you and give you peace during this time of grief over the loss of your son. His sacrifice and yours will never be forgotten. "Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
My son laid his life down as well the same day and province. They must have been together.
Luke Holler, Mike Lasky, Jason Whitehouse gave their lives along with James so we can be safe. We will NEVER forget them and the countless others who are serving so we and others can live free.
God, keep our soldiers safe!
I would be honored if you decide to contact me.
Ruth Holler
Gold Star Mom of
LCPL Luke B. Holler
Lee Sirotnak
January 26, 2007
May God be with your family, easing your grief, and may you find joy in your memories of James. He is a hero and will be remembered in the prayers of this Marine family. Semper Fi.
Karen Hickman
January 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown. If there are brothers or sisters please contact me. I am the Founder of Gold Star Siblings, Inc.
God Bless
Shanda Dewig
December 27, 2006
James was like a brother to me. He always looked out for me and my whole family. James was there for me when my brother went away and joined the military. The day that James came back from basic I was so excited to see him. I always thought that James would be one of them who would make it out of this war. He was the toughest person that I knew. Every day for the rest of my life I am going to miss him and I will alway have him in my heart and nothing can change that. All I want is for everyone over there to come home safe because like James's family and people he was close to and the many others who have lost a loved one that pain is something that they will live with all of their lives. I will always miss James and will keep him in my heart forever.
December 11, 2006
thank you for your sacrifice. we all love you and there aren't enough tears to show how much we miss you. the world is a sadder place without you. but some people are just too good for this world. freedom isn't free. again, thank you.
Mary Manoukian Calhoun
December 10, 2006
I am so saddened that yet another family has lost their precious loved one.We are walking the same dark path of grief together and I wish there was something that I could say or do to change things for ALL of us.I lost my son and only child LCpl Nicholas Manoukian USMC 1/6 Batallion on Oct 21,2006 in Anbar Province.May God help us all...Mary
shawnee (Austin, TX)
December 8, 2006
I am very sorry for your loss. I did not know your loved one, but he is my hero, and he will not be forgotten for his sacrifice.
Edna Albert
December 4, 2006
To the family and friends of Cpl James Brown,
I would like to express to you my heartfelt sympathy. I did not know your James, but what I have read about his accomplishments and the impressions he has made on others, tells me that he was a remarkable person. My son also serves in India Company. I am sure they grieve his loss. You are in my prayers during this time of grief, may you and James find peace.
God be with you.
Edna Albert
mother of Lt. Brendan Albert
Jason Boyle
December 4, 2006
I miss you man. Everyday I reminisce on the great times we had growing up. Man we were something else. It was so easy to make you laugh while you were reading aloud in class. Just about as easy as it was to get you mad. Congratulations on achieving so many goals in your life. You are a true hero. I love you Jody, stay strong.
Latania williams
December 3, 2006
My heart goes out to the family of Lance Cpl.James E.Brown I can't image how you feel.I didn't know your son.But I have the up most respect for any body that fight for their country.He didn't die in vien.I'm thankful for his life and I'm thankful for the parents giving him life.I wish I could do something to bring him back.Death is something you can never get over.You dont expect your child to die before you.I'am going to pray for you.Dont every let his legacy die.we will meet again in heaven love you
Deonna Hoffman
November 28, 2006
James you are gone.It's still seems unreal.You will never be forgotten. You brought a lot of love laughter and great times to our household.I realize you were fullfilling your dreams as every man should.You are saddly missed and will be forever until we meet again someday.Remember you were loved greatly here on earth as I'm sure you are being loved in heaven.A FALLEN SOLIDER ONE WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE AND ONE WHO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.All our love comes your way. The Hoffman's Tim Deonna Maranda and Heath GOD'S SPEED
Claire Zawistowski
November 25, 2006
Dear Brown Family,
Even though we have never met I feel as if we are a part of a "family". My daughter's fiancee was killed by an IED in Iraq on Oct. 3, 2005. It is my prayer that you will feel God holding close to His heart as He has held my family this past year. May you know His peace and comfort as you face the difficult days ahead.
Tim & Teresa Elrod
November 25, 2006
To the Family of LCpl. James Eric Brown,
I want to offer my deepest condolences for the loss of your son. I also want to say Thank You to James and his family for his service and sacrifice to our Nation. Marines are special! They live with honor, commitment and pariotism! He is a true Hero! My family knows the sadness and pain you feel. We lost our son LCpl. Nathan Ross Elrod Oct 21, 2006. He was with 1st Battalion 6th Marines Weapons Company as a Machine Gunner. His unit was operating in the same area as your son. May God Bless James and his family. May God comfort you as only he can.
Sharon Alley
November 25, 2006
As Marine parents we would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Lcpl.Brown. Thank you for raising such a fine young man who was willing to lay down his life for those he did not even know. He is a true American hero and will not be forgotten by his fellow Marines or their families. May God grant you the peace that only He can give at this time. We will be praying for all of you in the weeks and months ahead. Semper Fi.
Charles and Sharon Alley
Jacqueline Mailloux
November 25, 2006
I sit here tears in my eyes grieving the loss of your son. I know that being the mother of a Marine is being the mother of all Marines. The Marines themselves would say he is guarding the gates of heaven now. I pray for peace in your heart and family. Thank you for your sacrifice endured for our country.
Ronny James
November 23, 2006
James we had alot of good memories together working in the watermelon fields, Leaving for the service about the same time I love you like a brother and never will for get you. You are a True Hero.
Jody vanantwerp
November 23, 2006
Thank all of you for your support.I thank God every day for giving me the chance to experience such a wonderful child. My heart goes out to all who have lost their babys. May God watch over our men & women that are over there. My son has fallen but will never be forgotten. I Love YOU James you will live in my heart always. Mom...OOHRAH
Marilyn Sterchi
November 22, 2006
Je souhaite beaucoup de force à la famille et aux amis dans ces moments de deuils.
Lance: c'est avec grand respect que je vous remercie du fond du coeur pour votre engagement. Vous ne luttiez pas que pour les américains, mais pour nous aussi et je vous suis reconnaissante.
Kimberly Loucel
November 21, 2006
Lance Cpl. James E. Brown, one of the few, the proud, a MARINE, may you rest in peace and know we honor men like you who lay down their lives for us to have a better one. As for the Brown family it saddens me to hear the loss of your Marine. Know that he continues to watch and protect over you, and may his memories comfort your sorrow. I have a 19 yr. old brother who is also a Marine and Lance Cpl., deployed in Iraq now, and just how is always in our prayers, may your son always be. So not only do I thank your son, but I thank your family as well. God bless you.
Proud sister of a U.S Marine
Charles Tyree
November 21, 2006
Thank you so much for fighting for my freedom,it is young men like you that keep this country safe.My son is starting his combat training this week and I worry,but I am not scared.Peace be with you and your loved ones.
Phyllis Broomfield
November 21, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious loved one. I lost my son on Oct 13th 2006 and I know the pain and suffering you are going throught. The lord will help us throught this and just know that your precious loved one will always be in your heart. rest in peace
Yolanda Valdez
November 21, 2006
To the Family of LCpl James E Brown ~
We understand what you are experiencing and feeling. No amount of words can ease the pain of your loss. We know firsthand there are no words of comfort at this time. We lost our only son 9~3~2004 at the age of 19 and it fells like yesterday. Just know that there are Marine families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain.
May he rest in peace knowing that he was loved and remembered by those who knew him as well as strangers who admired his courage and sacrifice? My deepest condolences, sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort? I will keep your family in my prayers along with all the families of our American Hero’s. Another Fallen Hero --Thank you.
James ~ My family and I are thankful for the Bravery, Courage, Determinination and Service to fight for our country (our freedom), from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces for the sacrifice made for us. You all will not be forgotten.
We also have a Marine daughter and Marine son-in-law. I still fly my Marine flag and have my Marine tag and sticker on my vehicles because I'm PROUD of my SON and ALL THOSE MARINE MEN and WOMEN out there. I will always be a Marine. We are proud of all of you.
Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Proud Marine Parents of an American Hero
(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9~3~04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
Pat Lorenzen
November 20, 2006
Brown Family, Loved Ones & Friends: I am truly sorry about the loss of this courageous young Marine. He gave his all to help keep evil from spreading & stands in the Hall of Fame with all the other heroes. Truly his sacrifice was not in vain. He stood tall & brave doing what he & the rest of us patriotic Americans believe in. God Bless you all & I pray that the God of Grace will shower you with grace & peace @ this most difficult time. P.Ss I have 2 young nephews serving in the Anbar Province area. So I don't say these things lightly. Sincerely,
An American
November 20, 2006
...Perhaps their brave young spirits hear the bugles sing, go to sleep...The danger has passed, and now at last, go to sleep...now arises from hallowed ground a delicate cloud of bugle notes that softly say, Farewell Marine...Comrade true, born anew, peace to you. Your soul shall be where the heros are and your memory shine like the morning star...
Sgt. Joyce Kilmer
165th US Infantry(formerly 69th NY)
42nd Division
American Expeditionary Force
Killed in Action Ourcq, France
July 30, 1918
jessie lane
November 19, 2006
Thank you for giving your life to protect mine. You are truely a hero.
Curtis Conley
November 19, 2006
My brother conrade you paid the ultimate price of freedom, I am a 3 tour Vietnam Viet, a navy Corpsman your loss as well as all the others is very sad.
Joshua and April Morales
November 19, 2006
To James's family and friends-
My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.
They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-
The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor
2/6 WPNS
KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
November 19, 2006
May the Lord God show you a place in heaven where you want to stay forever. Rest in peace Marine.
Susan Holbrook
November 18, 2006
My heart breaks for you. From the Tributes it sounds like James was a very special person and will be missed greatly. I had 2 sons who served in Iraq and I can only imagine the sadness your family is going through. My sincere smypathy and prayers are extended to you and your family in this tragic loss of your love one. I also send my deepest respect to your love one for the sacrifice that he gave in serving his country. May God wrap HIS arms around you and comfort you.
Garnet Jenkins
November 18, 2006
I am Deeply saddened to learn of the recent loss loss of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown. The price this Fine Young Marine and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May James rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Peace of the Lord be with the Brown family.
There will never be enough ways to humbly thank these heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.
Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May your memories of James, live in your heart always.
Softly and slowly....
Time heals...
Stacy Brock
November 17, 2006
To the family of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown, may God bless you at this time of need. I can not imagine what it would be like to lose such a hero in your family. I have two brothers in the U.S. Marines, one of which is serving in Iraq right now. Every night I pray for the safe return of our troops. However I know that God needs special people like James to come home to heaven to become an angel to watch over us all. Please know that he may be gone from here but you will meet agian in Heaven. He will always be with you shining down on you as he watches over you. Your family will forever be in my prayers.
Lance Cpl James E Brown
November 15, 2006
James at his going away party for boot camp 2005
November 15, 2006
Daniel Quick
November 15, 2006
Hello. I am the father of Jason D. Whitehouse. I am sorry for your loss. I lost my son at the same time you lost yours. If you wish to contact me I would appreciate it.
Mary Hess
November 12, 2006
Thank you All for your kind words. James is very special to us and now to so many,He is not only a hero here in the USA, He is also a hero in Iraq. He wanted people to have the same kind of freedom that we have. He wanted Iraq to be safe for Childen, so they can play in the streets and not worry they would be killed. I love James and will miss Him so.Mary Hess {His Aunt}
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 12, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Brown family in the loss of James. I did not know James, 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. James 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~
Chuck Allen
November 12, 2006
I first met James when I gave him a ride to one of our Evansville Boxing Club practices in the fall of 2002, and soon marveled at his toughness at practices.
I drove James to his first amateur bout which took place at the 2003 Indiana Golden Gloves tournament. For 15 seconds, James and his muscular opponent fought evenly, but then his opponent bloodied James' nose and what a mistake that was. James pursued him like a wrecking ball after a hundred year-old hotel, pounding him into the mat twice. It was over in 51 seconds. James would go on to win two Golden Gloves titles in as many years, never losing a bout in his amateur career. A month before he died, James' lieutenant in Iraq asked to spar with James, and James broke his nose.
He was a ferocious iron-man football player in high school and was named most valuable player by his teammates. He was also named to all-conference, all-county and all-state teams.
He had talked of becoming a Marine as early as middle school and committed to be a Marine well after Iraq descended into war. He wanted to go.
But beneath the toughness was a soft side too ... a side that loved his mom, his deceased dad, his brother and sister, his beloved fiance, Jamie, his friends, his teammates and his country.
James was a Marine. Marines are the ones who come when good people are in trouble and who risk everything they have to help those people. What greater thing can be said of a man?
I am haunted by the fact that, one minute, I was sending James power bars and the next minute I was giving the eulogy at his funeral. If you know soldiers in harm's way, keep that in mind. Write them. Send them stuff. Let them know you care. Tell them you support them and appreciate what they do. Don't wait to do it either.
James, the pain of your loss is immense and permanent for us all, but we will do our best to honor your sacrifice for the rest of our lives.
We will miss you.
Karen Daniel
November 10, 2006
I am formerly from Owensville and I also have a son currently serving in Iraq. It is his 2nd tour over there. We both send you our deepest condolences and yet we also want you to know that we so appreciate the sacrifice your son was willing to make for our freedom and safety. I will pray for your peace and comfort. I pray every night that my son will come home safe and yet I know that if he does not, that he will have died doing what he loved and believed in and he tells me that I will need to hold on to that. I hope and pray that you can do the same. Peace and prayers to you.
Karen Daniel
Bennie & Nina Jordan & Family
November 10, 2006
To James,
It was a pleasure to watch you grow into such a fine young man. You touched many lives in the 20 years you graced this earth. You are a young son of Owensville and we will always be proud of you and you will always be honored.
To each family member:
God will ease the pain that so besets you now. In time you will be able to remember with a smile. Always stand proud to know that James is an American Hero.
Our prayers will be with you daily.
Gail Raphael
November 10, 2006
"Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life" John 15:13. How I wish I'd had the privilege of knowing your brave James. I grieve your loss and am humbly, unspeakably grateful for his sacrifice. Your entire family has my prayers not only today as do all the selfess, honorable, courageous men and women serving this country. May God strengthen their loved ones and bless and comfort your family and all those who mourn James' memory.
scott bastean 1980-1983
November 10, 2006
Good morning .I am so sorry for lose.My mother is from madison ind.just uip the river from you.I amwas marine from 1980-1983 .I wouild really like too pass on my condalance to you your family, be proud of your son he is in better place helping his fellowmarines up in heavan. god bless Semprie Fi
Karen Guerrero
November 9, 2006
I am so sorryfor the death of your son. I am a mother of a son who served in Iraq and my son came home healthy. But, i pray every single day for the safe return of all the soldiers. I feel like they are all my sons and daughter. May God surround you with his love and help you through the days ahead. Karen (Littrell) Guerrero
Bo Bullock
November 9, 2006
James we always said you or Bear would go first....never actually thought it would happen though. I thank you for serving this country to protect my rights as well as every other Americans. When I heard this on the news my heart sank man....
To the Brown family you are in my prayers I'm sorry for the loss but as we all know NO one could have talked James out of goin.
Semper-Fi Bro
Bo Bullock
November 9, 2006
Our heartfelt condolences to the Brown family, we share your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Lance Cpl. Brown thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice for our nation, you will never be forgotten, you are an American Hero.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held
Peace, peace, and farewell..."
Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)
email [email protected]
www.ourfallensoldier.com
San Antonio, Texas
Lee Halbig
November 8, 2006
This really sux...i was in Brows graduating class at Gibson Southern...he and i didnt get along very well the first 3 years but the senior year he found out that i was interested in joining the marines also...he told me that i will join or he would...yea well...he was messing with me...so i regret not joining now...but thankful that he would make the ultimate sacrafice so that people like me that back out could stay home...
Thank you so much James for fighting for all of our freedoms...
Don Elseroad
November 8, 2006
In recognition of Lance Corporal James E. Brown's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
SEMPER FIDELIS
Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969
Kim Page
November 8, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember James as a little boy playing baseball with my son Anthony (who is in Afghanistan)
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stacey and Steve Lyon
November 8, 2006
Your loved one gave the ultimate sacrifice in serving his Country. May he always be remembered for the honor and courage with which he fullfilled his duty--and for the love and joy he gave his family. Lcpl Brown-- I stand for you, I salute you and I will never forget you.
With deepest sympathy from a proud Marine family.
Semper Fidelis
November 8, 2006
To the Family of Lance Cpl. James E. Brown:
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
Rick & Cathy Robidoux
November 8, 2006
Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux,
Wanda Beyer
November 7, 2006
May God Bless and keep you during the next few days, weeks and years without your love one. We have never met but Our hearts are broken and ache for you also. My Grandson Chris Hays is with the 3 Batt. 2 unit serving in Iraq with your love one. Please know that we are praying for you and your family.
The Dalrymples
November 7, 2006
We are sorry for your loss. Please know that our hearts go out to all of you.
Kate
November 7, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this soldier. Thank you for all you did for us!
PJ Matthews
November 7, 2006
A man gives no greater gift than to lay down his life for his country. James gave his life to keep all of us safe. He is resting in the arms of our GOD. My sincere condolences to his family and fiance.
Janet Kramer
November 7, 2006
You are in the thoughts of so many people right now. Please know that support,love and sympathy are with you during this difficult time.
God Bless you and God Bless America
Sandy & Kenny Hunsaker
November 7, 2006
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you (the family and the fiancee) during this sad time. Lance Cpl. Brown's sacrifice will always be remembered and honored by those of us in the tri-state area.
May God wrap his arms around you in this trying time.
Jennifer
November 7, 2006
One Marine who gave all!
God Bless this soldier and God Bless this soldiers family!
Thank you for giving the world such a wonderful person! He faught so we didn't have to.
Semper Fi
Joe Shimek
November 7, 2006
SEMPER-FI BRO
joann
November 7, 2006
my heart and prayers go out to you and your entire family at your loss. i will keep you in my prayers. GOD BLESS YOU ALL, AND GOD BLESS AMERICA.
SHERRI FORTWENDEL
November 6, 2006
YOU HAVE MY SYMPATHY. GOD BLESS YOU. HE IS A HERO AND I THANK HIM FOR ALL HE GAVE FOR US ALL.
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