Matthew Thomas Zeimer

Matthew Thomas Zeimer

Matthew Zeimer Obituary

Published by Billings Gazette on Feb. 9, 2007.
GLENDIVE - Private Matthew Thomas Zeimer, age 18, of Glendive, passed away Friday, Feb. 2, 2007, due to wounds he suffered in enemy fire in Ramadi, the capital of Al Anbar in central Iraq. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.
A wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Glendive. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 12, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Glendive. Interment with military honors will be held in the Dawson County Cemetery in Glendive. Silvernale-Silha Funeral Home of Glendive is entrusted with arrangements.
Matthew was born Aug. 31, 1988, in Miles City, the son of Thomas and Janet (Zeimer) Epperson. Matt was raised and educated in Wibaux and Glendive schools, graduating from Dawson County High School in Glendive with the class of 2006. While in high school, Matt was involved with "Jobs for Montana Graduates." Upon his graduation, Matt entered the United States Army, participating in a home town recruiting program. Matt was deployed to Iraq in January 2007, where he remained until the time of his death.
As a young boy, Matt was a member of the Boy Scouts and had participated in junior high football. He always enjoyed agate hunting with his "Nanny" and big game hunting with his Pop-pop, Dad and Uncle Mike.
Survivors include his mom and dad, Janet Seymour and her husband Ned of Glendive; his father, Thomas Epperson of Connecticut; a twin sister, Tonya Zeimer of Glendive; and three sisters, Jessica Epperson, Jamie O'Neil and Sara O'Neil, all of Glendive; his maternal grandparents, Barbara "Nanny" Guldin of Wibaux and Walter "Pop-pop" Zeimer Sr. of Wibaux; paternal grandmother, Gina Epperson of Connecticut; his fiancee, Stephanie Gallegos of El Paso, Texas; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at: www.silvernale-silhafuneralhome.com.

This obituary was originally published in the Billings Gazette.

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Charlie Gili

June 3, 2024

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We wanted to let you and your family and friends know that we have made a small donation to the Fisher House Foundation in the name of Matthew T. Zeimer US Army Private.

We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals across the American youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
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Donna Norton

May 26, 2018

Remember Matthew this memorial day. Rest easy.

December 27, 2015

I only wish I would have talked to you longer when you stopped to see me I think of you often and you are missed a lot, you were more of a man then many really knew you gave your all and will not be forgotten,,,,,,,

JoAnne Peyatt

November 14, 2014

Its Been 7 years and I still miss you ill be joining the army in 4 years bud(:

June 13, 2013

Forever in our hearts is not just a saying, it is the most truthful thing we have ever learned.
In memory of your son and in honor of him. Hugs to the family.

Peggy Childers

February 9, 2013

To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew T. Zeimer:
It has truly been my honor to sign Matthew's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Matthew will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

November 1, 2012

well matt another holiday gone halloween is over next thanksgiving then xmas where does the time go we miss u and love u c ya some day

love mom

October 29, 2012

In memory of Matthew Zeimer. Still Missed.

Tom Epperson

October 7, 2012

Just want you to know Matt I am thinking about you, I know your still around and you are truly missed
Dad

Peggy Childers

February 6, 2012

February 2, 2012
To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew T. Zeimer:
Always remembering Matthew. "Some gave all."

janet seymour

October 10, 2011

well son it's been 4yrs 8mths just to keep u informed ur twin had her baby her name is mya is has some problems but she is strong we r all praying for her we love and miss you wish u were here she is so beautiful u would love her but don't worry i will tell her all about u take care son i love you very much love forever and always mom

Ginny

October 2, 2011

May God Bless you with his Love. Thank you to PVT. Matthew Zeimer and his family for his service to our Country and us.

rick macarelli

June 12, 2011

May God hold you in his arms and bless you with peace and let the perpetual light shine upon you, God Bless Matthew and your sacrificing your soul for your Country and our freedom I salute you,Rest In Peace

Tonya Zeimer

April 27, 2011

I miss you bro and i hope to see you again someday.

Javier Sanz

April 24, 2011

My Brother in arms,
I remember the 9 weeks we spend together back in basic. I do remember you as a great person and a great Soldier. One that I am very proud to call friend. Even that I just found out what happen, I'm not surprise of your actions. I am definitely damn proud of you.

Love you Brother, Watch our 6,
HOO AH...
SSG Sanz

YOUR CUS

February 19, 2011

THANK YOU FOR OUR FREEDOM

unknown unknown

February 19, 2011

i was there to change you dippers and help you along you way . sorry i couldnt be there to take your place . you will always be missed love you cus

Janet Seymour

February 19, 2011

well it's been 4 yrs already still seems like yesterday where has the time gone just a note to let u know that u r never forgotten and r missed terribly

Mom

February 19, 2011

Well it's been another year already still seems like yesterday hard to believe its been 4 yrs where did the time go he is never forgotten and is still missed terribly

Peggy Childers

February 2, 2011

To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew T. Zeimer:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Stephanie Rafoss

November 11, 2010

Prayer for Peace

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.

O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Amen

Sylvia Edsel

February 3, 2010

Just a note to let you know that I am thinking about you and your family. I know time marches on but we never forget. I am so sorry that we did not get to know each other, but we still think of you.
Sylvia

Peggy Childers

February 2, 2010

To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew T. Zeimer:
Remembering Matthew 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

Todd Buerger

February 1, 2010

Matt,
As I sit in here in Iraq, yet again. I remember the short time we had together. You were a spark in our platoon. A young vivrant Soldier eager to serve his country. Myself, and the entire Field Artillery community, remember your sacrifice. Until we meet again on the Fiddler's Green. REDLEGS for life Matt. You and your family are in my prayers.

SFC Todd Buerger

SGT Victor Garland

February 1, 2010

I did basic training and AIT with Zeimer. All four months at Ft. Sill. I had heard about this right away and prayed for him. I pray for all of us veterans (I myself a Afghanistan Vet).

Patrick Weasel Head

May 25, 2009

As a Viet Nam vet, and Native Montanan (American Indian), I send my condolences to family and friends of Matthew. With heartfelt thanks to you and your family for having a son that served.

GERHARD KRON

May 24, 2009

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
A HERO

ahmz

May 11, 2009

i am sorry for your loss. it must have been really hard.i am sorry, and i thank your son for the sacrifice he has given us. our country is nothing without him.

Jeannie Tolle

April 24, 2009

I wish to offer my condolences for the loss of your Hero, Pvt. Matthew Zeimer. I lost my grandson 5/6/08 in Anbar, Iraq. I am so sorry your family is going through what our family is going through. Matthew and his family will be in my prayers.
In loving memory of my grandson
Pfc. Aaron J. Ward
4/28/1989 KIA 5/6/08

JANET SEYMOUR

February 7, 2009

WELL IT'S BEEN 2 YRS 4 DAYS AND 7HRS SINCE WE LOST MATT AND IT STILL SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY.JUST WANTED TO SAY THANK YOU TO EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE WRITTEN.MATT IS STILL MISSED TERRIBLY EVERYDAY AGAIN THANK YOU ALL.

Peggy Childers

February 2, 2009

To the family of Pvt. Matthew T. Zeimer:
Matthew 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

June 19, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pvt Zeimer!

Kim

May 23, 2008

A true American Hero. Thank you Matthew for fighting for our Country.
You will never be forgotten.

Janet Seymour

October 22, 2007

I would like to thank everyone who offered there condolences to my son he is greatly missed and he will never be forgotten he is loved by many and he is/was a wonderful person

August 16, 2007

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

August 8, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pvt Zeimer and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

ROBYN Garside

May 2, 2007

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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

Sandy Bonesteel

April 17, 2007

As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.

R Guerrero

April 5, 2007

As I was watching the news yesterday, I was shocked to see that the face staring back at me on television was that of a young man, Matthew, whom I briefly met around Thanksgiving last year. He and a friend were on their way back from Montana to Georgia, came enroute to California to visit and spend time with a friend and to meet the family. It's hard to believe that a child this young is now one of our fallen heroes. I could not keep my tears from rolling down my cheeks as if I have lost a son. What a loss to our country and to the family of this poised young man, who told me how much he loved the military and wanted to make it a career, one who is dedicated to his country. I pray for him and his family and hope that they will find peace and remember Matthew as this vibrant 18 year old who was full of dreams. May God be with you and bless your family always.

Rev. Joseph Ponessa

March 22, 2007

On Friday March 23rd at 4:30 pm Mountain Time, Sacred Heart Church in Glendive, Montana, will have an "Iraqi-American Way of the Cross" and will memorialize 14 of the fallen in Iraq, one for each of the fourteen Stations. Matthew Zeimer will be memorialized on the Fourteenth Station, "Jesus Is Laid in the Tomb." We though the family would like to know. All blessings to you during this holy season.

Diane Wakeley

March 17, 2007

God bless this American hero and his beautiful family - strengthen them and sustain them always.

I am the mother of a soldier who did make it home, but my heart grieves along with yours. My prayers go out to you.

tessa hopper

March 5, 2007

Ive spent so many days with your family, and youve raised that boy perfect. why he was taken so young ill never know. but i love you guys, and will always love matthew forever.

randy wright

March 4, 2007

A true American Hero. Thank you Matthew for everything. My son is in Ramadi on his second tour with the 3rd ID. Your family can feel comforted by knowing that Matthew will always be remembered for his heroism defending America from this great threat.

Glen

March 3, 2007

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history…they pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

Lee Sirotnak

March 3, 2007

Please accept our sympathy for your loss, and our prayers that God sustain you in this time of sorrow. We are ever thankful for the work and sacrifice of your Soldier, Matthew, and will honor his memory by keeping him and your family in our prayers.

Linda Clifton

February 28, 2007

I know no one can truly understand what you must be going through unless they have lost a child of their own, but I wanted to let you know that I care. I pray for strength and courage to your whole family to make it through this. I am sorry that Matt had such a short life here on earth but he did more for his country than many do in a much longer lifespan. To do what he did for all us shows that he came from a loving family. I know you are very proud of him, as we all are. God Bless you and your hero.

Tom Epperson

February 26, 2007

I am Matt's Father and I just want everyone to know that Matt lived and died doing what he has always done put others first. I would like to just say thank you all for the kind words I am reading here

Stacy Gibson Stotler

February 25, 2007

My deepest sympathy to all of you, this is a loss that reaches to hearts and people who will never forget Matt's smile and Zest for life.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

February 23, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Zeimer family in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew, 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. Matthew 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~

Trudy Lowe

February 22, 2007

My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts.

Vicky Frakes

February 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all daily. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Carol Cline

February 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Patricia Sauer

February 20, 2007

Matt,
We didn't know each other long, only about a year,but I consider us friends, You will always be in my prayers. We all love you so much! You make us proud to claim you as one of our own!!! To Matt's family, i'm sorry to here about Matt, he was a great guy, and you guys will be in my prayers!
Love and prayers
Tricia Sauer

Karen Ballentine

February 17, 2007

Good bye Matthew! We loved you very much and will never forget your sacrifice. We only hoped this was not the way you would have come home to all of us. Glendive showed its true colors when you came home...Red, White and Blue.I am proud of the people who showed support for your family! I know you will be watching over the sisters and special friends you left behind from heaven.
My heartfelt condolences to your family

Tanya Eisenhauer

February 16, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Adrian Estrada

February 14, 2007

To Matthew Zeimer's family
I leave my condelences for what happened to Zeimer. I am really sorry for what Happened. My name is Adrian Estrada. I was in basic training with him, I was one his battle buddies from basic, and I could tell you he was one of the best person I could've ever meet. I know this is a hard time for you, as it is for me know that he's gone, but I send my regards to you

Dean Johnson

February 13, 2007

Deepest sympathy to those that have sacrificed so much
Least we never forget

A Rossignol

February 13, 2007

Deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. My prayers are with you family. May God bring you comfort.

B C

February 12, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family, fiancee, and friends of Pvt. Zeimer.
The bravery and sacrifice of your loved one will never be forgotten. My prayers are with you.

Lynn Boston

February 11, 2007

How brave and how valiant you were
but gone too soon, only 18 years old.
God Bless You Matthew and Bless your family - they have a hard road ahead.
with deepest respect and admiration for your service

Marissa H

February 11, 2007

Life is real, life is earnest
and the grave is not it's goal
Dust thou art, to dust returnest
Was not spoken of the soul.

You'll be missed Matt, but remembered forever in the hearts of DCHS

Jim & Linda Ruhl

February 11, 2007

May God Bless Matt
and may God Bless Matt's family,
You are a real Hero

Ann Bald

February 11, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with this family and my thanks ,with all my heart to Matthew, who paid the ultimate price so that we can have freedom in this country. To see that he was also a twin, to lose a twin is to lose a part of oneself, knowing this as a twin myself. Please know that there a wonderful support group out there for twins who lose their twin, The Twinless Twins Support group, we are here to help you ...
Sincerely,
Another twin..

Erin Matthews

February 10, 2007

Rest in peace solider, you have more than fulfilled your duty honorably. Thank you for your sacrafice for those of us not willing or able to pay the ultimate price for freedom.

Ken and Corinne Erdahl

February 9, 2007

We didn't know Matthew but wanted to extend our sympathy to his friends and family. A radio broadcast today reported on what a persevering young man Matthew was. We are grateful for his courage and sacrifice.

Amanda S. Hansen

February 9, 2007

May you find peace Matthew, a fallen hero. "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28

Terry McAnally

February 9, 2007

Please know that the prayers and hearts of Montanans are with you and your family as you grieve this great loss of your loved one. We thank him for his selfless service to his Country. May he rest in peace.

Sincerely,
Bob and Terry McAnally
Poplar, MT

Randy Bronson

February 9, 2007

From boy to man in a heartbeat, then gone in another. God bless you Matthew!!

SuEllen Shot-Gunn

February 9, 2007

Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God- Matthew 5:4
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.-John 15:13
May your family be comforted as many prayers are being said on your behalf.Thank you for sharing such a precious son with us all.
"THE NAME MATTHEW MEANS,
A GIFT FROM GOD!"

Karen & David Witt

February 9, 2007

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Jim and Judy Stegmeier

February 9, 2007

You are in our prayers.We have 3 boys in the Service.Our sons and daughters honor our Country by serving.
We are so sorry for your loss.

Maria Hodge

February 9, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Pat L

February 8, 2007

Family, Friends, Comrades: I am so sorry about the loss of your precious loved one. One of America's sons & a genuine HERO. This is a national tragedy also & we, as patriotic Americans, mourn with you.
"Never in the history of the world has any soldier sacrificed more for the freedom & liberty for total strangers than the American soldier (military) by Zell Miller”
God Bless You All!!
Sincerely,

Misty Day

February 8, 2007

I know how much your hearts must be breaking. I know you must be very proud of Matthew. I thank him and all who serve and put their lives on the line every day. Matthew will not be forgotten. He will alway be a hero to so many who don't even know him. My thoughts and prayer are with you in your hour of need. May you find strenght and comfort in many wonderful memories of him.

May God Bless you and help heal your Broken Hearts from this huge loss.

Sister of fallen Marine
Cpl. Rusty Washam
KIA 2-14-06

Karen Hickman

February 7, 2007

On behalf of "Gold Star Siblings" Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

Garnet Jenkins

February 7, 2007

Please know how Deeply Sorry I am to learn of the loss of Pvt. Matthew T. Zeimer,
The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.

May Matthew rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Zeimer family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.

"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
Romans 8:18

May the Peace of God and your memories of Matthew, remain in your heart always and give you strength through the difficult days ahead.
Softly and slowly, time heals.

Dennis & Pam Robertson

February 6, 2007

We are saddened to hear of the loss of another soldier, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle & Aunt of Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06

February 6, 2007

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

Gary Allain

February 5, 2007

you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

February 5, 2007

In the arms of the Lord there is only joy. Rest in peace.

SHIRLEY DONEY

February 4, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS IN HEAVEN, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HOLD CLOSE TO YOUR HEART ALL THE MEMORIES MAY THEY BRING YOU COMFORT IN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS

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