Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning

We remember Wes as we saw him and Chayla in the early fall of 2004. They were heading back to Camp Lejuene for Wes' deployment back to Iraq. They left the following day, leaving us regretting having only a few hours to enjoy their company.

As always, we thank the U.S. Marines for their ever faithful service to our country and we ask for God's blessings and safekeeping on the men and women who serve today.

Allison and Denton Collins

Twenty years have now passed since Wes was killed in action in the second battle of Fallujah, Iraq. Our memories of seeing him and Chayla in September 2004 are still fresh. We ask God's blessings on Wes' family, and for Him to bless the Marines that fought with Wes on that fateful day. May God bless America.

Allison and Denton Collins

Since 2004, our thoughts on all Memorial Day holidays have been of Wes. We so appreciate his willingness to step up in service to this country, and we mourn his loss in that service on November 10, 2004. We praise God that there continue to be men and women who volunteer to protect our country as we navigate the perilous world we live in. May God richly bless these men and women and their branches of service, and may He also continue to bless the United States of America.

Allison and Denton Collins

My family thanks you so very much for your service, and are so very sad that you had to make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

Every Marine Corp birthday I think of you, and your sacrifice for our country. You will remain forever in my thoughts, as the young man who told us that your ultimate goal in life was to be a Marine. We were proud of you then, and we are proud of you now. God bless you and all Marines on this day.

It's hard to believe that 19 years have gone by since Wes was killed in combat. We praise God that the US Marines still stand ready to protect our country. Sadly (but proudly), our well-worn hero bracelets remind us of the high price some have paid to maintain this protection. We thank Wes' family and the Marines that served alongside him, and ask that God continue to bless them and keep them.

We are remembering Wes today and his willingness to stand with his fellow Marines in fighting for our country. We continue to pray for his family, knowing that Memorial Day always brings up the grief we all suffer from his loss. May God bless all who mourn on this day.

Wes would be 39 years old if he were alive today. Allison and I still mourn his loss, but are thankful that he and his fellow Marines were (and still are) willing to stand and defend our country. May God bless Chayla and the rest of Wes' family, and may He bless the US Marines.

Almost eighteen years have passed since Wes died in combat in Fallujah. We will never forget the sacrifice he and his fellow Marines made in that battle. May God bless Wes' family and the US Marines.

We continue to praise Wes and his willingness to defend us and his country. We still remember his smile and young face before he left on his final deployment. We are so grateful as well for the US Marines, and thank all of those who have served our country over the years, and all of those who continue to stand ready to defend us.

May God richly bless all of them!

Allison and Denton Collins

We will not forget Wes and his sacrifice while we're on this earth. We continue to pray for God to richly bless Wes' family, friends and fellow Marines.

Semper Fi, Brother. We will not for get that you fought for us.

We pray that our memories of Wes stay bright and that his family, friends and brothers-in-arms continue to treasure his short presence in our lives. May God bless and keep Wes' family, and may God bless the US Marines as they continue to protect our country.

Denton Collins

My bracelet is worn and scratched, but the detail is still clear:

Lance Cpl Wesley J Canning
Friendswood, TX
Marine
November 10, 2004

On this Memorial Day weekend of 2020, we give thanks for Wes and for all of the service members who have fought so bravely and sacrificed so much to keep our country free. God Bless You!

While fifteen years have gone by since Wes' death, the memory of the midnight call telling us of the news is still vivid. We continue to thank God for the short time He gave us to know Wes. To his family and to his fellow brothers-in-arms, Allison and I say "Thank you and may God bless you and keep you."

Denton Collins

LCPL Wesley Canning,

I can not believe that it has been almost 15 years since that fateful day. I think that everybody that was there with you that day still feels the pain of your loss to this day. Especially all your brothers in 3rd Platoon Delta Company. I did not know you as well as guys like CPL Josh Orndorff, but it was definitely an honor to have served with a hero such as yourself. Your memory lives on with us all brother and you will never be forgotten. I share your story with my Soldiers to this very day. Yes, I got out of the Marine Corps and joined the Army. Semper Fi devil dog.

Master Sergeant Seth Bailey
(LCPL Seth Bailey when I served with you. I was in 2ND AABN 2ND MARDIV Delta Company 2ND Platoon)

At Wes' memorial service in May 2005 at Camp Lejeune, the base chaplain quoted Joshua 4:4-9 where the Israelites were commanded to collect and place stones to commemorate crossing the Jordan river. The chaplain then asked us to never forget the sacrifice of the U.S. Marines as they defend our country. We can't and won't forget what Wes and the Marines have done for us.

I ask God to bless Wes' family and the families of all of those brave folks who sacrificed all.

dc

To the memory of Wes: Fourteen years have passed, yet we still remember the midnight phone call telling us that Wes had been killed in action in Iraq. We know that such memories reside in the minds of many, many parents, spouses, relatives and friends of so many brave Marines. We respect and honor their sacrifices.

God bless Wes' family. God bless the U.S Marines for standing on the front lines in defending our country.

Allison and Denton Collins

We continue to remember, respect and honor Wes' sacrifice 13 years ago. We ask God to bless Chayla and the rest of Wes' family, and that He bless the U.S. Marines and their efforts in defending our freedom.

Allison and Denton Collins

We still remember the 12:15 am call on November 12, 2004 letting us know that Wes had been killed in action in Iraq. The passage of time has dulled somewhat the pain of that day, but it has not dulled our memory of Wes. We miss him still. What a loss.

God bless the families of all of the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice in serving our country. We pray especially for those Marines and Army personnel who served alongside Wes in the battle for Fallujah, and who live today with the memories of that time and place.

Allison and Denton Collins

We remember Wes' service today, and miss him still. He would be 33 years old. What a loss.

God bless the families of all of the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice in serving our country.

Allison and Denton Collins

Hey cousin. How are you. I know that I haven't talked to you I mean talking to God to tell you things in a while but I always think of you. You were such a great person to look up to when I was younger. I still look up to you even though your not physically here but your mentally and emotionally here. I remember when my grandpa Nick showed me the funeral video I just starts to cry and cry. My dad, mom, Juan, Brittany, and celma miss you so much. I remember when I was younger you and Chayla bought celma Winnie the Pooh stuff when she was in my moms tummy. I really wish you were still here. I think about you all the time. It would be so get if you were here to see me grow from a little Tayah into a young adult Tayah and watch me get married and see my kids. I will always keep your remembrance on for as long as I live I will always tell stories you would tell me and jokes you would say. Your were a great husband to my great, amazing, and wonder and beautiful cousin Chayla. I miss you like so much. I have a picture of you and Chayla in my room. It's one of the best pictures I have ever seen you and Chayla so happy in. I love you and hope I could see you again and soon. Love you Wes. Your always be in my heart and in my thoughts.

Eleven years have gone by so fast. It's hard to believe Wes would be 32 now. We still remember in September 2004 when he and Chayla stopped in Memphis. Wes was on his way back to Lejuene, as he was set to deploy back to Iraq. What a loss . . .

My bracelet with Wes' name on it is beat up and scratched, but I still wear it proudly. Allison and I honor Wes' service and will always remember his sacrifice.

God bless his family and the Marines who served with him.

Allison and Denton Collins

Thinking of you, Wes, and of all your wonderful family. We all miss you, and always will. But I know we will see you when we all get to Heaven. God Bless.

I am an employee at the SAmarillo VA hospital. Recently someone donated some articles of clothing in which was found a bracclet with LCPL Wesley Joel Canning and the Date 11/10/14. I am trying to find out if this is something the family would like to have. Contact number 806 355-9703 ext 7363. May god watch over all of our brave Men and women.

Mr. and Mrs Canning I remember meeting both of you and want you to know I still wear the bracelet of your son to honor his memory. On this day I grieve your loss and acknowledge the high price that was paid for the freedom that your son has afforded to me and my family.

Nine years, and not forgotten. We honor Wes' service and will always remember his sacrifice. God bless his family and the Marines who served with him.
To the family: you are still in our prayers, and always will be, until we see Wes in Heaven!

Allison and Denton Collins

I wish that there was no need for this guest book for Wes. I wish he was with us today. But this is not to be. Instead, I honor his sacrifice and ask God to bless his family and all those he left behind.

I miss you every single day. I wish you were here, ill see you one day, untill then I'll see you in my dreams...

Thinking of you, Wes, and of the other Marines who have given their lives for us. We will never forget, and you will always be missed. Allison Collins

From CrossFit 38 degrees North in Petaluma California:
"So I told you guys last night that Daniel Mercado, one of our 38 North Athletes, is a Marine and was in Iraq in November of 2004 for the battle of Fallujah II.  Daniel sent me an e-mail last week requesting that we dedicate a WOD for Marine Corp(on the weekend of the CORP's B Day) and Wesley J Canning  a soldier who gave the ultimate sacrifice and was killed in action serving his country on November 10th, 2004.  Each rep count connected to each movement represents the date Wesley was taken from us 11/10/2004.  Please remember each and every one of the men and women who continue to serve protecting and representing the country we love.  The one's that are gone will continue to be sorely missed, and the ones that are out there serving presently are in all of our thoughts and prayers to safely make it home.  We will be thinking about all of you as we battle through “Wesley” tomorrow."
Never Forgotten - Semper Fi

I was honored to be presented with LCpl Canning's KIA bracelet by his father Joe this morning. Humbled beyond words. Thanks Joe. Semper Fi.

Remembering and Honoring Wes Canning today and everyday.

November 10, 2011
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning:
Please accept my remembrance of Wesley on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Seven years, but not forgotten.

God bless . . .

Thinking of you today and always...you will never be forgotten. God Bless you and your family today and everyday..

Wes is always in our memory. God bless you.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Semper Fi brother.

Wes you are a true hero and will never be forgotten, Semper Fi brother OOHHRRAA

Rest in peace, my brother Marine

Never forgotten. You are always in thought and always in prayer. God Bless you and your family...Susan Orndorff

To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning:
Remembering Wesley 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

Six years. What a huge loss. My hero bracelet is getting a bit worn and it's losing its finish. But our memory of Wes remains.

God bless Wes, Chayla, Joe and Jo Ellen, and Wes' brother and sister, and all who keep his memory alive. God bless the United States Marine Corps.

Allison and Denton Collins

wes, i miss you so much we are coming up on six years so fast and it feels like i havent even been able to even let go and grieve. you havent been there but in the memories.. i miss you and i hope you know that.. thank you also to everyone that has taken the time to write something on here..it means more than words can describe.. thanks... well i love you and i miss you big bro.. see you again some day ..SEMPER FI

How fast five years passes, but it doesn't get easier (oh, I wish it did). God bless Wes, his family, and all who have remembered him today.

Allison and Denton Collins
Lubbock, Texas

Another year has passed and I am sure the pain never lessens. I don't know if you still check back to this page, but if you do, know that Wes is still in our hearts as are you. Joshua still wears his Hero bracelet as a constant reminder of his "brother". We pray for peace and pray for your family. Gold Bless
Wayne and Susan Orndorff

Thank you for your service and for your sacrifice. We are remembering you this Memorial Day weekend and pray for your family. Peace be with them.

Dear Cpl. Canning,
I met your wonderful family in Amarillo this week end and the love they showed for you was so amazing. You are a true hero and wonderful person. rest in peace Cpl. Canning you deserve it, tell my son Lt. craver hello and mom loves him.

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 Jason, 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

As the Marine Corp celebrates another birthday today, we continue to mourn the loss of a truly wonderful brother, son, husband, uncle, friend.
Wes is always in our hearts and on our minds.
"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."
God Bless you today and always.
Wayne and Susan Orndorff

Four years and counting. How quickly, and yet how slowly, the time has passed since we lost Wes. To Peggy, thank you for your post and helping to keep Wes' memory alive. To Joshua Orndorff, thank you for your service; God bless you and your family. To Jo Ellen and Joe Canning, Allison and I keep you in our prayers and wish all the best for you. Thank you for Wes.

Denton

To the family of Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning:
Wesley 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

Remembering you with gratitude- so saddened by this loss.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Lance Cpl Canning!

Hello,
I read the Houston Chronicle on the web frequently and just saw this sit. It is quite sad, but I'd just like to say thank you Wesley and all the other serviceman who serve so bravely. Thank you as a fellow corpsman who served with First Marine Division.

I know this site is probably for Canning's family but, I just wanted to leave a shout out to Wes though, Im sure you allready are aware, brother, but your a constant reminder of why I put this uniform on everyday, hell your the majority of my motivation to keep in the fight. I miss you brother, we all do, from the entire original "Dirty 3rd"
Cant wait to serve with you again, keep holdin it down till I report.
Semper Fidelis, Yat-Yas

Special lives bring memories and memories live forever....

God Bless you Wesley and all of the other service men and women who sacrifice so that I may be free. You did not die in vain. Thank you.

Hello Joe and Canning family. It is rare that a day goes by without me thinking of Wesley and all of you. Before Wesley departed for his second tour in Iraq him and Joe came by the office. Wesley was able to come into my office for atleast and hour or so. It was the first time I met him. I was able to sit and talk to him about simple things. I was also able to tell him how proud and greatfull I was, he was very modest and smiled, saying awh its nothing. I wish i would have wraped my arms around him before he walked out that day instead of extending my hand for a shake.

Thanks for everything.

Mike Perry

Thank you young man for all you did for us. There is no greater hero in our eyes! We look forward to meeting you in heaven

I was honored to meet Wes's father Joe at the last Gold Star Family BBQ. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincere gratitude for his service is offered. May God continue to grant you peace and strength.

The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave

Proud aunt of PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006,Al Anbar Province, Iraq

My son, SGT Joshua N. Orndorff service with Wes in Iraq. I want you to know that not one day goes by that he does not think of Wes and his family.
He wears a "Hero Bracelet" on his wrist everyday and NEVER removes it. It is his constant reminder of his brother.
Joshua is a recruiter in Melrose Mass. now and my husband and I spend every Veterans Day with Joshua. It is a really tough time for him to get through, them memory of that day haunts him.
He wants to talk to Wes' family but I think he is afraid of bringing them pain of the past.
Please know that your sons memory will never die, not with my son. And not with my husband and I or the rest of our family. Wes will ive forever in our hearts and we will hold you in ours as well.
Gold Bless you.

with all respect.god bless an thank you.to amanda an russel i hope all is well, your friend.

God bless Lance Corporal Wesley Joel Canning, United States Marine Corps. He gave his life on this day three short years ago in Fallujah, Al Anbar province, Iraq. Yet his sacrifice was not and will never be in vain, and because he lived and fought, others have lived as a result. I will never forget him and I will always honor his memory.

I also thank Wes' parents for raising such a fine young man. God bless you both.

I carry Wes's picture in the car, and tell his story to every friend that rides with me.

When I see another Marine, I think of Wes and his family and their sacrifice for this country and for me.

I do what I can - but it never seems like enough.

God bless the U.S. Marine Corp, and God bless America.

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)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Lance Cpl Canning and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Lance Cpl deploying soon

hey brother, i think about you everyday and all the memories i have of you while we served together. i am extremely lucky to have served with you, and hopefully i get to see you again one day.

We are sorry it took us so long to post an entry for your family member. We are trying to catch up after locating this website. God Bless Legacy.com for allowing us to honor these heros.

We can't imagine what you have been going through since being notified of the death of your young Warrior. The Military and families all over the USA and world are grieving with you and praying for you. What a very brave individual you have in your family that would give up a life for their homeland and its people so they can remain free. Your Freedom Fighter has served the Country above and beyond the call of duty, let no one ever tell you different. With the mission now completed your Warrior has been redeployed to Heaven to sit on the right hand of the Supreme Commander and Chief. The Father above has Wesley in his arms and will give him peace as well as eventually easing your pain and suffering. God speed to you and Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning, our HERO. We are so proud of them that are willing to sacrifice for this great Nation, THANK YOU.

Army Retired

To the family of Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning,We send our deapest condolences on your loss.You will always be in our thoughts.

My son you are a fallen heroe I know you will be miss for you shine you gave all that you had so my beloved soldier go to your heavenly father rest your weary body for know your in the presence of your father he will keep you until we all meet again and I know you are shining up in heaven guide your fellow brothers give them strenght when the are weak if they cannot find there way guide them towards your father show them the light love Liz

To the Cannings:

Just a quick note to let you know that we're thinking of you folks. Allison and I can't forget the midnight phone call on Nov. 12, 2004, but we'll also never forget the fun that we had when Wes and Chayla stopped here in Memphis right before heading back for Iraq in September. Thank you for Wes. God bless and keep you.

Allison and Denton Collins

You're in God's Corps now,Bless you Brother.My son was with 2nd AAV 2nd Plt C Company supporting the 1/8.

Hey man I miss you. I think about you all the time. I will never forget the good times you and I shared together. I am proud to say that served in the same plt. as you. To all the Cannings I hope all is well.

I am trying to re-connect with Lance Corp. Wesley Canning's aunt Tracie. I have lost your email address & I would like to get a message to Wesley's mother about giving her the quilt we have made for her. Thank you. Donna Nicholson

To the friends and family of Wesley, Please know he is not forgotten, and his service to our country is still appreciated and honored.

We miss you Wes.

Paying tribute to this Young Hero Lance Cpl. Wesley J. Canning, on this 2nd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country and for Freedom.
Rest Well Wesley, in the Hands of God.
You Will Never Be Forgotten.
You have Paid the Ultimate Price for So Many.
As with my brother, whom we lost in Vietnam, you will always be loved and missed by everyone whose life you touched.

" What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose,
for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us"
~ Helen Keller ~

May the Peace of God and your memories of Wesley,
remain in your heart always.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.

I belong to a quilt group that makes quilts for the families of soldiers who have lost their lives in the service of their country. We have made a quilt for Lance Corporal Wesley J. Canning & would like to make arrangements to give it to his family. I hope they see this & will respond. DN

I only knew your son from having gone to the same school with him. I am ashamed to say that I learned more about him after his heroic death rather than during his accomplished life, but I know that Wes did something which people will never forget. I hope that his contribution, to the spread of democracy in the Middle East, will add some solice to the grief you will feel forever. In conclusion I say to you, God be with you and your family, and may Wesley's legacy forever be remembered for what it is. A hero.

God Bless and thank you Wesley,

Dustin Ford

RIP

You are missed. You are not forgotten. Rest in peace.

Hey bro, Everyday I think about you and it was a dark day when I heard a fine Marine and a careing, honerable man died when we attacked Fallujah. You will all ways be missed and loved. All of us Delta dogs will be together in Heaven drinking a cold one like the good old days. Love ya and I know your watchen us from above.



Semper Fi

Hey Canning,

haven't written in a while. i have found myself thinking about you, Slay and Torrence alot lately. I just wanted to drop a note to say hi and to let your family know we all still care. Semper Fi and God bless you Mr. and Mrs. Canning

Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Canning family in the loss of Wesley. I did not know Wesley, 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. Wesley it has been 17 months since you were taken. 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~

You are my hero, even though I did not know you. THANK YOU for all you did to protect me and my family. You will not be forgotten.

You will be remembered as a true brave American Hero. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service.

From a Marine to another, we'll miss you. I know my family would miss me bad if I were gone: you didn't die in vain. Semper Fi bro.



LCpl Torres - USMC

Houston, TX native

I want to say first of all how proud of this young man and I'm so very sorry for his families loss. I want the family to know that I am very proud of each and every person who fights for our rights here and gives us the freedom to live like we live. I have a brother right now serving in Kwait and I worry each and every day for him and everyone over there. I want to say that you have a very special place in my heart and thank you very much.

Hey bro,

It was an honor to be in the same company with you. Love you like a brother, may God bless your soul and memory. You will never be forgotten in my heart and mind. Semper Fi.

Cpl. Huffstutler

Wes, you are truly missed and loved each day. You will always be remembered for sacraficing your life for our freedom.We miss you at the farm,at Christmas,in the summer and the drag races... and every day. You are truly my hero. Please take care of Pop. Hopefully you and Pop are cooking up some beans and cornbread.. Love you so very much. Aunt Cathy

Wes was a terrific kid to be around. His parents were terrific also. His Dad, Joe was super with all the boys and took them places and entertained them. His Mom was a wonderful person always taking such good care of her family. My son, Rani, and Wes went to P.H.Greene togeather. We will always remember Wes as a great person and friend. Our family grieves this loss. It has really hit home what the military is doing for us. We will always love you Wes! Karen & Robby Sabban

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your hero. My beloved nephew, my hero, Lance Corporal Billy Miller, has now joined Wes and other fellow Marines as they guard the gates of Heaven. While there are no words to ease your pain and no medicine to mend your broken heart, rest knowing that Wes is now safe and out of harm's way. The people of America are grateful for the sacrifices of these young men and women who are fighting for our country and our continued freedom. We are especially grateful to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. May God bless you and watch over you and your family in this time of grief.

I met Wes in junior high and through some of highschool before i moved away. Wes was a good friend and i will always remeber him. Now a Marine myself my heart goes out to his family and friends and i Thank him for serving in our Corps and making the ultimate sacrafice.

Semper Fi

I did not know Wes even though I lived a few houses down, but I have many great things about him from the neighbors. My heart goes out to his family, wife, and friends. May God be with you.

My deepest heartfelt sorrow for this young man's family and wife....I want you to know so many people grieve with you. May God comfort and bless your families...

Thank you for serving our country Wes, you will always be remembered as a hero. "No greater love than this, that a man will lay down his life for his friend." John 13:15

You will be missed.

We are parents of a US Marine. May we express our sympathies and condolences to LCpl Canning's family. We respect and honor his service to our country. Losses to our Marine family affect us all. May our Savior's love strengthen each of you in your sorrow. Semper Fi! (Romans 8:38-39)