1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw
1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw
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Peggy Brewer
June 26, 2013
Again, though we have never met, I will always remember you and honor you. I have your picture on my wall. You and your family will remain forever in my prayers.
Peggy Childers
June 25, 2013
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw:
It has truly been my honor to sign Brian'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 Brian will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
July 1, 2012
June 25, 2012
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw:
Always remembering Brian. "Some gave all."
October 23, 2011
LT Bradshaw is and will always be a hero of mine, though he was young enough to be my son. He sacrificed his life for me and my family. I will try to pray for him every day, but mostly I hope that he will pray for me.
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peggy brewer-fancey
June 30, 2011
though we have never met, i will always remember and honor you. you will remain in my prayers and never be forgotten.
Peggy Brewer-Fancey
June 29, 2011
Though we have never met, I will always remember and honor you. You will remain in my prayers and never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 25, 2011
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw:
Please accept my remembrance of Brian on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
April 12, 2011
As Cadets, Brian pulled me up after I crashed and burned in the forests of Ft. Lewis. He picked me up, and carried me to the trail.
Brian was a battle buddy, he was a friend, and without him our squad would not have been the same.
He was a fine officer, and will be missed.
Christopher J Doerfler
1LT, IN
CPT McCarthy
September 1, 2010
And Saint Peter sent his 1ST Sergeant to bring the soldier home.
“Ground your gear and follow me LT. You’ve done well and it’s time for you to move out. The platoon Sergeant will take care of your men, you trained them well, they‘re in good hands. They know you cared more about them than you did for yourself. We have hot chow, warm showers and a soft bead waiting for you. When you feel well rested, the Old Man wants to see you. He has been watching you for your whole life and he wants to meet you in person. This is your last PCS move and your devotion has earned you a home here. Well done LT, well done.”
PGM
Peggy Childers
June 25, 2010
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw:
Remembering Brian 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
ronnie hubbartt
May 28, 2010
Dear Paul and Mary,
My name is Ronnie, I live in Sacramento, ca. I taught physical education at California state university 18 years before just being laid off my job this semester due to the muddle with our state budget. I am married no kids many nephews, one who just recently came home from serving 4 years in the marines. At our church, “Warehouse Ministries”, we put up pictures of all soldiers in the hallway that are serving in the military. So I put my nephew picture there. Besides praying for him daily, I prayed every Sunday as I always looked at his photo in the hallway, bowed my head and gave a short blessing. I am relieved he came back home safely. I have a wonderful wife, who when she was in junior high school had to carry coal on her head and sell for her tuition when she lived in Korea. She plays the piano beautifully and has a very lovely voice. She is self-taught and two years older than me. Now you know all about me and some of my family.
I am a Vietnam era veteran and served in the military 4 years. That makes me a pretty old guy at 56 y/o not an antique yet. You can laugh here! When I heard the news that you lost your son who was serving in Afghanistan, my heart weighed heavy even though I do not know your family. I even cried. Later I watched the video clip that both of you made talking about who Brian was. Thank you for sharing that! Know that Brian is now looking down on both of you, and I know he is proud to have the two most wonderful parents any son could ask for. Before he died, I feel in my heart he said a prayer for you both, not to worry about him. Be strong mom, be strong dad. You know, for the rationale mind war seems to be silly, needless, reckless, and unnecessary. But you and I have the freedom to walk down the street without the fear of being shot because of irresponsible and selfish leaders. We do not live in fear daily that we will be kidnapped or tortured. You and I have the freedom to worship in a church, a synagogue, a mosque or a basement. I love the freedoms that we have in the United States of America. I respect those freedoms. And I will still die to uphold them by serving my country. We still live in the best country in the world, despite the many changes and problems that exist. Realize, whenever I hear about a young soldier dying, I thank him or her for their sacrifice. I thank YOUR SON for giving me the peace I have today in my home, on my drive to the store, and when I go to sleep. His service was not in vain. How we feel about war and who our country should go to war with matters not. I always hate it when I hear the words, YOUR SON gave the ultimate sacrifice but it is true. WWI, WWII, and all the others that followed with the hundreds of thousands who died for our freedoms. “13Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his brother.” So my wish for you both is this.
I truly hope you both find the strength to turn the loss of your son, into new strength in your relationship. Every time you miss your son go to each other and just squeeze each other’s hand, a small touch, or a hug. I hope you can cry tears that are sad, but continue to cry the tears of happiness and joy because your son made this world a little better place to live. Maybe Brian made a young boy smile where he was fighting, and that smile gave him a sense of peace amidst all the turmoil that exists. Find strength through your faith in God. I do not know where my life would have strayed without my Lord Jesus, Almighty Creator. Amen! Your son is branded in your thoughts and heart forever, that cannot be removed nor should it. We all need to continue to make a difference in this life however small our contribution; I learned that from my Grandparents. It will take time Mary, it will take time Paul, and I share in your grieving.
carol and frank stanton
May 28, 2010
To Brians parents; i saw your interview on TV, I am so sorry for your loss, this is the first time I have seen this and it went right to my heart. I pray God remains in your hearts and brings you peace. Brian is with his maker who loves him with all his heart. I will remember Brian in my prayers and also his family. God Bless you. God Bless Brian for his service to his Country. AMEN
Mr. and Mrs Stanton, Oak Lawn IL
Kenna
April 26, 2010
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Carl Miller
March 22, 2010
God Bless You, Brian. You are a true hero. I think of you often.
barbara ahlquist
February 7, 2010
To the Bradshaw Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to your family. I for one will never forget 1ST Lt. Bradshaw and will always remember the ultimate sacrifice he made. I know you are as proud of him as I am of my son, Sgt. Clint Ahlquist, USMC, KIA 2-20-07 in Ar Ramadi, Iraq by an IED. I read about your son from the Patriot Guard Riders. What a fabulous group of men and women, who give so much of their lives to help our fallen heores and their families. Your son is an American hero and will always be honored and respected by our family. Brian is wrapped lovingly in the arms of our Lord and Saviour, guarding the gates of hell and awaiting the time that we will all be reunited with our precious angels. Always, Barb Ahlquist, Proud Marine Mom
Cozette Haggerty
December 17, 2009
Re: Brian Bradshaw
Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 3,290 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 245 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!
Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls
Donna Gillette
December 2, 2009
On this day and with each day that we enjoy our freedom, I would like to give thanks and let you know that I do not take our troops for granted. May you experience God when you feel your loss.
Tom Gugliuzza
November 19, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bradshaw family and friends in the loss of Brian. I did not know Brian, 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. Brian 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 bradshaw
November 14, 2009
Lest We Forget,At the going down of the Sun,and in the Morning we will remember him.
Kelly
October 18, 2009
I just happened to come across your page on facebook and see that you lost your son to this war. I just wanted to say thank you for your son. It' because of him, and others like him, that we are free today. You should be so proud and know that there are folks out there that are very grateful. Thank you so much. And my God heal your heart.
Debbie Raniero
October 14, 2009
Last week was Brian's 25th birthday and his parents could not tell him in person how much they love him. But he will always live on in their hearts and the hearts of all his friends. We all miss you Brian.
Peggy Childers
September 22, 2009
To the family of 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw:
Brian 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
Sky Albrecht
September 15, 2009
I am so terribly heartbroken by your loss. Please know that this American will not forget Lt Brian Bradshaw and I will do my best to make others aware too!
I am so, so sorry.
God bless you and keep you.
Sky
Lisa Palmer
September 9, 2009
Dear Mary and Paul,
I'm so sorry I did not know sooner, but just read over some KIA heros and ran across your son, LT Brian Bradshaw. Mary, I know you and have worked with you. I know how proud you were of Brian and recall his photo in your office. I took the time last night to read everything I could about Brian, and what amazing words of praise from everyone. He was such a wonderful young man who was very well respected by his soldiers and friends. You raised a fine man who served his country well. Saying I'm sorry does not even come close to helping, but please know I am here for you and am saddened by your loss, your pain and grief over your beloved son, Brian.
Brad Stueber
September 7, 2009
I am still praying for Brian's family and friends. We have not forgotten him or you and are committed to making sure that Brian and his fellow soldiers will be honored for their service and their sacrifices. I heard once that when a person passes from this life, they take 3 libraries full of experiences and knowledge with them. Brian's multitude of volumes are not lost as they are stored in your hearts, your thoughts and your love. As you think of Brian each day, check out those precious memories to find comfort and strength to move forward. There are videos, pictures, laughs, smiles and even his voice and things he spoke to you stored away for you to comfort you and perhaps even bring some smiles and laughs for you to draw strength from. There will soon come a day that we will be joining Brian in heaven. He has run on ahead of us there to that glorious place Jesus especially prepared for him. For now, we will remember and honor Brian and finish writing the volumes for each of our libraries,
looking around to see who God would want us to touch during the time we still have left on this earth. God bless you all!
September 6, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of this young man, those words sound so trite. They are heartfelt, though.
Randdall & Jane Pulsifer
Jan Morrison
September 6, 2009
Thank you for your bravery and courage in posting your family's story so many will be called to remember all of those who have paid and will pay the supreme price in assuring our freedoms by their military service to our country. Brian's memory is not lost on us as military parents nor as citizens here. Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy and prayers go to you and your family. May God grant you peace.
Very Respectfully,
Mom to MIDN 2C Andrew Shellgren (USNA-2011) and President of our state's US Naval Academy Parent's Club; Aunt to PFC Jason Adsit, soon to be deployed to Afghanistan.
Bernie Norwood
August 24, 2009
We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of 1ST LT. Bradshaw, and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of freedom and liberty. Sadly, America has lost one of its finest heroes, the U.S. has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage, which they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice 1ST LT. Bradshaw has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.
To the family and friends, of 1ST LT. Bradshaw, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to carry on. Just as you were always with him when he was deployed overseas, know that he will always be with you wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that 1ST LT. Bradshaw was a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
1ST LT. Bradshaw the flag of the United States of America has your blood sewn into the fabric; it shall wave forever in your honor.
Freedom requires sacrifice the protected will never know.
Patriot Guard Riders of South Texas
Larry & Nancy Platz
August 20, 2009
Our son is the Doctor assigned to Brian's unit, & he certainly gave a fine tribute to Brian on his website & to us in various ways so we feel like we knew Brian.
We have been so saddened by your loss & think of you a& pray for you daily.
Brian will never be forgotten. He was one fine soldier!!!
Judy Weintraub
August 17, 2009
Dear Mrs. Gillis. The moment I heard about 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw I immediately went on line and printed your story and his picture and posted it on my bulletin board at work. I am the Village Clerk for a local municipality in Westchester County, New York and many people visit my office daily. Brian Bradshaw is not forgotten. His picture will stay on my bulletin board so that everyone will know the sacrifice he made to our country. When people enter my office and see his picture and ask who that is I will hand them his story and they will also remember and honor him. God bless you and your entire family.
Infomation Systems Technician 2nd Class: Michael Bass USN
August 14, 2009
Brian will never be forgotten.
Katrina Theiss
August 14, 2009
Your son's sacrifice is not unnoticed and will not be forgotten. I am sorry for what you have had to go through.
August 8, 2009
I would like to send my deepest sympathy to the family of LT Bradshaw. I too am a veteran and understand the sacrifice being made. Family your are in my prayers. Please trust God.
Respectfully,
Pam W
July 28, 2009
1LT Bradshaw was a good man. I learned alot from him when he was assigned to Leadership Development and Accessment Course in 2007. He will always be remembered and maintain a spot in our hearts.
Very Respectfully,
2LT Oechslin
Douglas V. Triche
July 27, 2009
I heard about Brian Bradshaw on our local PBS radio station. His story touched my heart. I have shared his story with all my Facebook friends. I will be sure to tell all my students at St. Charles Catholic High School about him, where I am the assistant principal. His body is gone but his soul continues to share the Gospel, just as he did all of his life.
Carla Filisha
July 25, 2009
I don't know the Bradshaws but I just wanted them to know that everyday ordinary people, people who aren't involved at all in the military think about our troops everyday. I admire Brian and all the men and woman who serve this country. Thank you.
Nelson Corboy
July 25, 2009
When my son was born, I looked at my wife and said "I love you," but it didn't mean what I wanted it to mean. I've said I love movies and food and a thousand other things that don't enter into the same realm of what I wanted for those words to mean. At these times in life, when our language fails us so completely, we can only hope that those hearing them know what we were trying to say.
It is from this linguistic shortcoming that I can only tell you that I'm sorry that I can only say I'm sorry.
Sarah Corporon
July 25, 2009
Mary, I believe I met you in Ketchikan at the quilt shop. I wanted to tell you that I know how precious your son was to you and your husband and as a mom to 4 sons, I cannot even begin to imagine the sorrow and grief you must be going through. If there is anything I can do to help you through this time in your life, please don't hesitate to ask. I am thankful also that we have wonderful brave folks like your son who is willing to serve for our country.
Marie Buss
July 24, 2009
I could not believe he was gone when I got the call from an old camp friend. Brian and I were dishwashers together our first year at CYO camp. Sadly I was out of the country for the funeral but I will visit you soon Brian. He was an amazing man!
Linda Norris
July 23, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jesse Jones
July 21, 2009
To Brians Family : May God give you peace and understanding.
I WILL remember your son and will pray for you and your family thru this hardest of times. Our Country owes you the greatest debt and I am so very sorry for your loss.
Molly and Peter Weinberger
July 20, 2009
My husband and I just saw the piece about Brian on CBS Sunday Morning and were very moved by his beautiful soul and life. We send our thanks for his service and his huge heart to make a difference in this world. We only hope that our two young sons can be like Brian when they grow up. Our condolences to you and our hearts will remember him.
Darrell Gudenburr
July 20, 2009
Brians Family, I am so sad to have learned of your sons death. I did not know your son but I wonder how I would feel to have lost one of my own children. Brian seems to have been a brave and wonderful young man. As a nation, we now have to live with his loss because of what type of person he was and how bright of a future he had to offer us on this earth. If I can do anything to keep Brians memory alive, I can promise you that I will teach my children about the sacrifice that Brian and the rest of our brave men and woman have made in our war on terror.
You are in my families thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you.
Gregory Anderson
July 19, 2009
I'm so sorry you lost your son. Godspeed Brian. Thank you.
July 19, 2009
To the family of 1st LT Brian Bradshaw and Martha Gillis. All true Americans feel the pain and loss of LT Bradshaw, whether we knew of his sacrafice or not. We all say a prayer every day for the ones we know and the ones that we do not. We can never feel the way you are now, but please know that we, as true patriots, will remember every day when we see our flag and ever time we see one of our fine military people. They are truely the best of our best.
The word HERO is used today for many people who are not. Brian is truely a Hero, but I'm sure if you could ask him he would say he was simply doing his job. Being selfless, giving all you have for what you believe in and asking for nothing in return is the mark of a real man and a real Hero.
To Brian's mother and father, thank you for the service of your son. To Martha Gillis thank you for pointing out to our nation the important things we all need to know and of times we need reminded of.
From one family of patriots to another we say thank you, and God Bless America the land that we love.
America
Ana Jhones
July 17, 2009
To the Bradshaw Family: My husband and I send our sincerest and heart-felt condolences. We read of your Lt. Bradshaw's passing in a local paper in Tampa. Please know that your loved one's service and sacrifice to his country is appreciated by many people. My husband and I were deeply moved by the tribute that was given to him upon his departure from Afganistan.
We wish we had words to express our gratitude. Lt. Bradshaw and his family will be in our hearts and prayers forever.
Stephanie Rafoss
July 17, 2009
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
Cordell Johnson
July 17, 2009
I worked with this young man for a summer at LDAC and felt he was truly a well raised and honorable young man and my prayers go out to him and his family!
Claire Harper
July 17, 2009
My husband graduated from PLU & was commissioned with Brian. He is currently deployed to Iraq and heard about Brian's death. We send his entire family our deepest sympathies. He made the greatest sacrifice a person could for his country & to defend the freedom of many. God bless him and his family.
JIm Missett
July 17, 2009
From a Viet Nam Navy vet, I send my condolences and best wishes for Brian's family.
To the community, you are a class act all the way.
To the aunt who held it together on national TV while giving your tribute to your nephew Brian, Thank You.
Shannon Carter
July 16, 2009
Brian, God Bless you for your brave sacrifice to our country. U will never be forgotten and you are MY hero. RIP
Dan Gorman
July 16, 2009
Sacirfice is too much
God Bless 1st Lt. Brian Bradshaw.
John Johnson
July 16, 2009
Lt.You are the best America has to offer.God bless you Brian.Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.You will never be forgotten.Being a Soldier is the most noble calling, willing to risk your life for freedom in defense of this country and the people who are fortunate enough to live here....Godspeed Lt.Brian Bradshaw
SrA Angel Galindo
July 16, 2009
The sacrifice of your loved one does not go unnoticed. Even though media outlets emphasize other current events, we across the Armed Services, stand by your side in your time of mourning. We understand, we share your sorrow and pain, we honor his memory. Although the rest of the world seems to forget our fight and sacrifices, we stand together. God bless your family, and thank you for your support.
carla vining
July 15, 2009
hello.i seen brain's aunt on fox news.i had a son-law in iraq for a year.my daughter was alone across the sea.it was a long year.i have to agree.our children are ours they may not make the headlines.but they should.we should be able to see there service everyday.i thank brian bradswhaw for his service he gave to me. he chose to be the one to protect and serve his country.thank you and the family and may god bless you all everyday.you will not be forgotten. carla vining eatonton ga.31024
Rick Martin
July 15, 2009
Brian has given his "last full measure of devotion" to all Americans so that we may live in freedom. He is the true treasure of our nation.
My heartfelt condolences and sympathy go to you and your family.
God bless him and his family!
Susan Polityka
July 14, 2009
I listened to Brian's Aunt Martha express her unbearable sorrow on the CBS Sunday Morning Show. I wanted to let Brian's family and friends know he will not be forgotten by people like me. My heart felt sympathy and prayers are with all of you at this darkest hour. I never knew Brian however I'll be eternally grateful to this man of honor who gave his life for his country.
July 14, 2009
Brian helped my son a great deal in his Army training. I see that he was a very fine man. My heartfelt condolences to you.
Laurie Gilmer Rigby
Chris Terenzi
July 14, 2009
Mary -
You and your family are in the thoughts & prayers of your MultiCare co-workers. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Brian. You are all in our thoughts & prayers...
Alexander Almond
July 14, 2009
Brian was friend who I looked up to and always helped me with his vast knowledge and bright personality. What a great person. My condolences and prayers.
Billie Meeks
July 14, 2009
After reading the Michael Smerconish's article in the Philadelphia Inquirer and then hearing Martha Gillis's heart-wrenching commentary on CBS Sunday Morning, I felt compelled to send my deepest condolences to the family and friends of 1Lt Brian Bradshaw.
Paul and Mary please take comfort in knowing you raised a fine young man who was well respected and loved. Brian will always be remembered and missed by those who knew him and by many who never did.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy Beckham
July 14, 2009
I saw his aunt's heart-wrenching words on CBS' Sunday Morning, and I was so brought to tears by her love for him, and the anguish the family is going through. My deepest condolences on this tragedy.
Will Jongenelen
July 14, 2009
I would like to express my deepest condolences for your loss. Your son's life and sacrifice will NOT be forgotten and continue will to inspire me to be a better father, citizen and person.
Rhonda Young
July 13, 2009
My husband, LT Young, trained with Brian at Fort Benning, GA. My husband is currently deployed to Afghanistan, but I am in contact with several of their Fort Benning classmates who are stationed here at Fort Bragg, NC and we are all deeply saddened by your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sally Silva
July 13, 2009
Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the passing of your precious Brian.
I watched his aunt honoring him on the news and I personally would like his family to know that he will not be forgotten.
We will never forget the men and women who have given their lives for our country.
May the happy memories of Brian bring you peace and comfort you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.
July 13, 2009
Thank you for sharing your beloved Brian's story. He belonged to all of us and we all grieve for him and are so sorrowful for the enormous loss you feel.. His aunt has also honored the Nation by reminding the "press" of the cherished honor and sacrifice of this incredible, brave young man.
We will never forget. My son was commissioned into the Army last month, at age 39. I am a Gold Star Wife. I promise you, we will never forget your son.
Barbara Rogers, Camp Pendleton, Ca
widow, Capt. Earl Rogers, U.S.M.C.
Charlene Champagne
July 13, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Brian.
Words are so inadequate at a time like this,yet please know that my thoughts are with you.
There is no doubt that his passing will be a great loss to all who knew him.
Sincerely,
Mom of a Fort Riley soldier.
Ruth Pugh
July 13, 2009
Please accept my heart felt condolences for the loss of your precious son,1st. Lt. Brian. i will never think of that "Jackson" fellow but I will never forget that "Brian" gave his all for his country. Ruth aka grandma
Robin Dworznicki
July 13, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss of Brian. I have a nephew who is a Marine currently serving in Afghanistan. When I saw the story on the CBS Sunday Morning show, I felt your heartbreak for your wonderful son. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that there are many of us in the country who are proud of him and thank him and your family for your sacrifice.
Jackie Warren
July 13, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
I also wanted to say I am sorry for your loss and thank you. No matter politics or opinions people like Brian have given the ultimate sacrifice so we can have our freedom and I am truly grateful to all of their families. These men and women do not go unnoticed even though we do not often get to tell the soldiers or the families, thank you for your service.
Pauline Fredericks
July 13, 2009
Dear Family of Brian,
As I watched the excerpt about the loss of 1st Lt Brian Bradshaw on Sunday Morning, I wept for you and your family. You all are in our prayers and thoughts. We are a Marine Corps family and as far as I am concerned we, who are (in some way) part of the military service to our nation, are family. Our son has enlisted in the Corps; pray for him.
God bless you all.
Melinda Carroll
July 13, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
My name is Melinda Carroll. My son Zachary Endsley was KIA in the Army Infantry Division in Afghanistan on July 23, 2007. He had just turned 21 years old. As you are now, we were devestated. I just wanted to give you my condolences and tell you that I KNOW what you are feeling and the God is faithful to hold on the you and not let you go during this horrible time. Our boys are true heroes who died doing what they loved to do. You are my heroes, too, for letting your son do what he wanted to do and fight for our country. Love and prayers, Melinda Carroll, 25311 Spring Ridge, Spring, Texas 77386
Jay and Jennifer Hierro
July 13, 2009
Dear Family,
I read about your son via CBS News. We wanted you to know, that we are praying for you. Like you we lost our future Son In-Law, Joshua Plocica on the 25th of June 2008, in Baghdad, Iraq. I retired from the Army in 2007 and had been Iraq 3 yrs. Your Son, Josh and the thousands of others who have made the ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Michele Smith
July 12, 2009
May God continue to Bless the entire Bradshaw Family during this very difficult time. Words cannot express the true sadness known around the world for the young man whose life ended all too soon. Viewing the Sunday morning program your pain for Brian's passing life was experienced. I pray for peace, understanding, acceptance and the end of conflict. Your child will forever remain in the hearts and minds of all who desire to live free from fear. We know not why he was taken, we know only that he fulfilled his mission and he is now with God
Danita Logsdon
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family:
Our heart aches for the loss of your precious son. I did not know 1st Lt. Bradshaw personally, but I was told our son did because he too served with the 1/501st from Ft. Richardson.
Your son will never be forgotten and may we always remember the sacrifices he made for our country and our freedom.
Sincerely,
Proud Mom of Cpl. Ryan Collins
KIA May 19, 2007 Hamiyah, Iraq
July 12, 2009
To the family of Brian, our family wishes you to know that we take each loss very seriously because we too lost our own precious son when he was KIA on 12-06-06 in Hawijah, Iraq.
We share the pain of each family as we read the daily papers and feel your pain so personally.
May God give you strength and hold close to your family and friends. They will help you through this.
Sincerely, Mike and Sandy Krege parents of Pfc Travis Krege
Norah Byrom
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
Brian, your Aunt touched my heart this morning. She voiced the feelings I have had for a long time. You are a hero whom we want to remember and thank.
And to your family, I cannot know your pain, but through Ms. Gillis I believe that I have met your son, the man not the number. Thank you for sharing him with us.
May God bring you peace.
Most Sincerely,
Norah Byrom
Ellen Pitcher
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family, There are no words that can express how painful this time is for you. I look at my 19 year old son and understand how your loss could create such heart ache. I pray you can find peace in the love he shared with you.
Sincerely,
Ellen Pitcher
Elizabeth C.
July 12, 2009
As a young woman about to bring a son of my own into this world, I cannot fathom the loss of your own, who so bravely and courageously gave his life for our country. Thank you Brian, for believing in something enough to pay the ultimate price, only true patriots would do so, and I know your family is proud to call you their hero. He can never be replaced, but will always be remembered.
Teresa Howard
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,I learned about your son's passing this sunday. It is true that the media very often pushes our countrys hero's aside.I just wanted to say thank you for raising a son who is a true American Hero.And God Bless You.
Caroline Gamble
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
I just saw Ms. Gillis remind us all of the sacrifice that your son and his family have made with such honor for me and our country. Thank you. I am very sorry for what you have lost.
I cannot imagine the pain you feel; but I have shared Ms. Gillis' dismay that these heroes have been ignored.
Please accept my condolences.
May God Bless and Keep you and Give you Peace,
Caroline Gamble
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
My son is "somewhere" in the Pacific on a Destroyer. I share your pain and share your pride in knowing that your son sacrificed for a country he believed in!
I pray that God give you the strength to go from day to day!
God Bless your family,
Diana Sterling
Louisville, Ky
Gary
July 12, 2009
God bless Brian and his family,a true American hero.
Louise Wright
July 12, 2009
Dear Bradshaw Family,
I am deeply saddened that you have lost this brave, young man. He is a hero. He sacrificed his life for me, my family, my community.....my country.
I will be forever grateful. I pray that God will fill this void in your life, with His Peace.
God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Louise Wright
Mick Aitken
July 11, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss.
LEST WE FORGET
MIichael Wallace
July 11, 2009
Paul and Mary,
First of all thank you both for bringing such a wonderful person into this world. Brian was with me from the day I set foot on FT Benning till the day we both PCSed to our first assignments. I went through all the same training with him and we saw each other at our best and at our worst. One thing about your son is that he made every situation he stepped into better with his sense of humor and uplifting personality that you can not find in just anyone. Brian was a great leader, soldier, hero, and friend to have because he did everything to standard and had a good time doing it. He will always be my Ranger buddy and I will never forget him. I only wish that I could have been there with him shielding the forgetful American People from terror, but I know that good will bring all his Ranger guardians home one day and we will be together again. Until then I can only use this news to motivate my continued pursuit of every terrorist that stands to threaten our way of life. I love you son he is and always will be my brother
- 1LT Michael Wallace 82 ABN DIV FT BRAGG NC
dick
July 11, 2009
our condolences are with you
thank god for our brave americans
Connie Velasquez
July 11, 2009
Dearest Bradshaw Family,
Thank you 1st Lt. Bradshaw for serving,
I will never forget.
There are no words I could say to help with the sorrow of losing your son,
but like so many I'm truly grateful for men like your son who want to defend me and my family.
I shall never forget.
My prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Donna & Byron Law
July 10, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bradshaw and your entire Family: My husband and I would like you to know how sad we are for you in the loss of your wonderful, brave, couragious and patriotic son. Men like your son believed deeply in our Country and the people in it, his family, friends and complete strangers--for he protected all of us and he did so voluntarily. Brian IS a "true and everyday heroe". Out thoughts and prayers are that your son, who you so bravely and proudly shared with our country,will be a young, brave man, soldier and patriotic reminder of what our sons and daughters grow up to be. May God Bless and Keep Brian in his safe arms forever more. And, May God Bless You and yours for the reward of loaning such a wonderful son. Thank you. Thank you, Brian. You have touched many hearts and souls and your memories will live on forevermore.
SHIRLEY DONEY
July 10, 2009
REST IN PEACE 1ST LT. BRADSHAW, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES.
GOD BLESS YOU
Judy Jones Carroll
July 9, 2009
Dear Paul and family:
I am Alan's sister and I'm sure we met many years ago. My family and I are so sad about your son...we know your hearts are breaking. No amount of media attention nor any words will make up for your loss, but it is good to know he did make a difference and has been thought about and prayed for by so many people. You are in our prayers.
Eric & Kay Conrad
July 9, 2009
Mr and Mrs Bradshaw, our hearts, thoughts, and prayers, go out to your family. Fighting for our country is a is a large responsibility. Your son, your family, and all our soldiers are in our prayers. July 9,2009.
Carolyn Taggart
July 9, 2009
Mr and Mrs. Bradshaw,
Only the finest of our young man and women serve in our military and protect all the rest of us. Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your son's service and my sincere condolences for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Marriann McCormack
July 9, 2009
Dear Family,
You don't know me , I live in upstate New York, I read about your sons lose via an email, I can't imagine your pain, I have a 7 year old little boy born on 9-11-01 he is my light and the love of my life. I pray you find comfort in friends and family now, I just wanted you to know, that there are many people across this country that HONESTLY pray and care for your son and his fellow military members, what a shame Michael Jackson gets non stop coverage and our brave men and women get a 15 second clip on a local news channel, I for one am greatful to your son, for defended my rights and freedom thank you for raising a man who gave his own life so that my little boy could have one.
Bruce & Connie Long
July 9, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Bradshaw, please accept our sincire condolances on the loss of your fine son. The sacrafices your family has made are profound. Your family is what has made this country great, for which we are turely grateful. May God Bless and keep you in his arms.
Judy DeBow
July 9, 2009
Thank God for men and women like Brian.
You must feel pride and sadness at the
same time. I always thank anyone I
recognize as being in the military with
a sincere "thank you", wherever I see
them, in a store, standing in line, it
does not matter. It brings a big
smile to their face knowing we really
care.
God bless you and your family and Brian.
Angie Gallagher
July 9, 2009
Thank you!
Angelica Thompson
July 9, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of 1st LT. Brian Bradshaw. We will forever be grateful to this true hero for his sacrifice. Words really aren't enough...but we won't forget.
July 9, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Bradshaw and all your family. I want to say how sorry I am that you lost your precious son. HIs life was lost protecting me and my family and I want you to know that I am most grateful for this and will never forget him or others that have lost their lives protecting our country. God Bless you and your family. JoEllen Coussan, Lafayette, La.
Humble American
July 9, 2009
It took Americas with the same morality, integrity, and dedication as Lt. Bardshaw to make America Free in 1783. We have not forgotten those great Americans and we will not forget 1st Brain Bradshaw.
Every American owes Brain and his service members an immeasurable debt for keeping America Free.
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