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jb
September 6, 2015
There is no Greater love than to lay down your life for another.
We won't forget Brandon, his kindness and sacrifice.
TERESA MINNICK
April 1, 2013
I look at this picture of you and can clearly remember the day I took it sitting in Applebee's in Greeneville TN with my daughter Brooke. You were like a son to me. I think of you often. Strange thing...how tears just come at a thought of someone. I miss you and am proud to have been part of your life.
August 9, 2012
It's almost been 8 years and I still cry when I think about you... How could I not? I miss you everyday. You will always have a place in my heart.
You're the only one.
rogelio nicanor
January 22, 2012
During all this time i have and always will remember you.
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Peggy Childers
September 7, 2011
September 6, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Brandon M. Read:
Please accept my remembrance of Brandon on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
September 6, 2011
Never Forgotten!!!!
Peggy Childers
September 6, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Brandon M. Read:
Remembering Brandon 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
Sfc Robert White
July 22, 2010
Brandon you are the guardian angel for the 125 transportation. You are missed.
Kenna Larra
September 9, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,750 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!
Mothers of our heroes, please be aware that the Project Compassion sponsors will now help cover the costs of the portraits for you to have one - regardless if the spouse of the hero has one or not!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Project Compassion
P.O. Box 153
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Peggy Childers
September 7, 2009
To the family of Spc. Brandon M. Read:
Brandon 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
Tammy Bass
May 31, 2009
Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at a ceremony in Washington DC at the WWII Memorial. Brandon Read is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06
the don mega
Richard Pollock
January 7, 2009
I was deployed with Read to Iraq. My name is Richard Pollock. I was in 1rst platoon with SGT Pickett. Read was a cool laid back person. Always was respectful and a really cool person. I was on that convoy that day and it changed my life. Read is a True soldier God BLess his family and Friends.
Anyone from 125 can contact me at [email protected]
[email protected]
I would love to heare from anyone. U kno me 1rst platoon and sgt pickett the go 2 platoon.
JoJo Goddard/ U.S. Navy Spouse
December 9, 2008
Brandon,
You are missed so very much! I was sad when you went active, but I knew it was the one thing you really wanted to do. I am proud of you! You will always hold a very dear spot in my heart. Thanks for being such a wonderful friend!
Miss you much, Ice Man!
In Memory of Brandon ~ (Debra Estep)
September 6, 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 Brandon, but I am remembering
his service. 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
Beau Saucier
August 11, 2008
To the Read family: You are in my prayers and I will never forget serving with " The Read's" in the 639th TC. My God be with you all.
April 18, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Read!
NICHOLAS GATTI
November 7, 2007
Not a day goes by that I don't remember September 6th 2004. I live my days to the fullist and I constantly think of Brandon I was the driver of the vehicle inwhich Spc.Read was in. Although time can never cure the loss and pain I do know he is now in a much better place.
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 14, 2007
Sincere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
August 10, 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 (KIA on 07/06/07) 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
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 12, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Read and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Michael Iezzi
May 4, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Brandon to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Brandon in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Norman Floyd
April 25, 2007
Brandon, may you rest in peace. We all miss you and appreciate the sacrifice you made to keep us free. I worked with you and your mother at the DC in Hopkinsville. You are missed by all. I am in the middle east right now, as a security contractor. Sleep well, I know you are watching over us.
Norm
Janice Brock
October 13, 2006
My son serves in the same Army Reserve unit that Brandon did. Brandon's passing touched our lives
profoundly. I didn't know him personally but still think about him often and know that he is greatly missed by his family, friends, and fellow soldiers. I also think about his mother Kelli who showed incredible strength courage and grace when she came to the homecoming of his unit to be with the other soldiers and their families. I'll never forget that day or the mix of emotions I felt.
Brandon, Kelli and all who knew and loved him will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace be with you,
Janice Brock
Garnet Jenkins
September 6, 2006
Paying tribute to this Fine Young Soldier, Spc. Brandon M. Read, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Brandon rest, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Read family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13
sheila
July 16, 2006
Remembering Brandon- wishing his family comfort. Rest in peace, Brandon.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 9, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Read family in the loss of Brandon. I did not know Brandon, 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. Brandon it has been 20 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~
We love you very much Brandon
March 7, 2006
Proudly serving in Iraq
March 7, 2006
Bridget Courtright
March 7, 2006
I can't find the words to say how much we all miss you. We miss your smile, our little talks and your "getting away times" to raid my pantry.I hope you're enjoying all the peanutbutter cookies and fudge you can eat.Uncle Rick, Ryan,Dara and I always carry your picture,our flag pins and our gold stars. Thank you for protecting Ryan on June 1st. I love that picture. You look so happy. Aunt Bridge
Christina Quillin
February 15, 2006
Brandon,
It is still so hard to believe that you are gone. We miss you so much! Hope to reunite with you one day in Heaven.
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Megan Decker
September 1, 2005
Brandon,
It's almost been a year since you left. I miss you and think of you all the time. I hope heaven is all that you thought it would be. I'll never forget the long talks and the good times we shared miss you much.
Rachael Read
July 25, 2005
Brandon touched so many hearts in such a short time. He always had a smile on his face. Jaymon and I miss you so. Watch over Alexandra and keep her out of trouble. We love you and we'll see you when we get there.
SSG.Kevin Flanary
May 24, 2005
Brandon will be missed greatly and his family is always in our prayers.I was proud to be his squad leader while we were stationed at Ft.Campbell Ky.Alot of us volunteered to go overseas,especially after Brandons death.I carry his photo on an armband on my sleeve on every patrol we conduct here in Afghanistan.The fight will go.May he rest in peace.
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