Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the O'Donohoe Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Justin L. O'Donohoe
US Army Specialist. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

I agree with Jonathan, I miss O'D and think about him often.

Not a day goes by that I don't think about him, he was a great friend. The world lost a great man that day. He was both incredibly smart and physically capable. People like Justin are one in a million.

Most of my good memories from the military involve Justin.

Remembering the sacrifice that Justin made on this day, 2006. He is a true American hero.

In memory & honor of Justin. He will always be remembered for his service & sacrifice for this country.

You stay in our prayers. Hope you are doing well. Let us hear from you sometimes.

To the family and friends of Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe:
Always remembering Justin. "Some gave all."

May Justin rest in peace. Keeping him & his family in my thoughts & prayers.

An amazingly intelligent guy that was always great to work with. His sacrifice will not be forgotten.

As always... thinking of you on this special date.

To the family and friends of Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe:
Please accept my remembrance of Justin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Justin, on this Memorial Day weekend 2010, we Thank You for the sacrifice you gave for our freedom. You are a true American Hero!

Dear Pat and Pam,

Sorry I let the date by by without remembering Justin and his buddies. Please know that we think of you often and hope the best for you and your son Kyle. Sincerely,

To the family and friends of Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe:
Remembering Justin 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

To the family of Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe:
Justin 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

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 Justin, 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

Visit this link to hear the song.

The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.

I know the pain of losing your son is still deeply embedded in your heart and thoughts. My heart truly aches for you and Justin's whole family and fellow scouts.My grandson graduated to Boy Scouts yesterday.He will be in Troop 1203 in Mira Meas.. We will keep you in our prayers every Tuesday, as we travel to our scout meeting. I can only hope my grandson turns out to be the kind on strong, couragest, patriotic young man you son was.God Bless and keep you. Pam Homenick and Dustin Watters

My deepest sympathies in the loss of your son.

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)

In Tribute to Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe, with a Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

May Justin Rest Safely, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the O'Donohoe family.
Those who Made this Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills- from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth."
~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~

I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

I thank you very much for what the young men and women of your country are doing to make the world a safer place. My deepest sympathy to you on your loss.

WE are sorry for your loss

Shawn Passman is my son. He and Justin were "battle buddies " at Ft.Knox and close friends at Drum. Shawn said that losing Justin was like losing a family member. Our Sunday School class has kept you in our prayers ever since we got the news. We will continue to pray for you as you face each day. May God give you a peace that will surpass all understanding.

To the O'Donohoe family ~



Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. May your memories bring you comfort as you cope with your tragic loss.

Dear O'Donahoe family,

my hearts and prayers go out to you. I did not known your son personally, but I feel that he is another angel watching over us from above. May God Bless your family in this time of need.

My son Brian Moquin was also on the helicopter with Justin when it went down. I didn't know how to get in contact with you to send my condolences & to let you know that I share in your pain. Our sons are true American Heros. Justin as well as you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

The O'Donohoe Family,

Please know that you are in our prayers as you grieve through this terrible lost.



Justin was a close friend of our grandson, Shawn Passman. They were together through basic,Ft. Drum and in Afgan.



Justin was a brave and patriotic Scout.



We mourn the death of your son.

Pat and Pam,

Rina and I saw Kathy Clark last night and that's how we got the tragic news of Justin's death. Words can not express Rina and I's feeling for you in this most sad of times. Please know we are thinking of you and will say a prayer for you and for Justin

Dear O'Donahoe family,

You are in my prayers as you go though this terrible loss. I know that there are no words I can say to ease your pain but do want you to know that Justin's sacrifice is so appreciated. I know he gave his life for a very worthwhile cause as have many other's before him. He will not be forgotten. Thank you Justin Lee!!!

Please except my sincere condolences for the loss of you brave son Justin. I am so sorry for your loss.

Pam, Pat, and Kyle –



The tribute to Justin in the San Diego Union – which I’m sure you penned – was eloquence personified! Your first comments particularly touched me, as I remember all too vividly, watching Justin and Kyle, as they played war board games in the comfort of your living room.



I was most impressed with Justin’s drive and his desire to serve his country.



As an Eagle Scout, I felt a special bond with Justin and Kyle; and that I’m sure that unique connection is but part of enormity of my emotions as they transcend the day’s activities. I think of you constantly and can’t imagine the strength that you must summon to cope with such a loss.



I offer my deepest symphony, you are in my prayers; although, fear not, as I’m sure Saint Patrick escorted him directly to the front of the line in heaven. Words seem so insignificant at this time, I certainly don’t need to tell you this - only remind you - hold your heads high, be proud of Justin daily; he served his country with the highest honor and gave the ultimate sacrifice. You are the quintessential all-American family; Justin is now beside God watching over you.

Dear O'Donohoe Family,

I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your hero Justin. May Justin rest in peace surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Thank you SPC Justin L. O'Donohoe, a true American hero to all.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. O'Donohoe, we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. Justin was a very brave and patriotic young man. We are connected by our son who also served in Afghanistan. We mourn your son.

Silvia,Dan Kleiner and family

Pat, Pam, and Kyle,

It was with great sadness that we learned of Justin's passing in service to our country. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. We hope that the knowledge that so many of your friends from Scouting and soccer are thinking of you will help ease the pain of your tremendous loss. May God Bless all of you and keep Justin within his loving embrace.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Justin and family. God Bless you all. It was more than a pleasure getting to know Justin and being able to be reguarded as a friend. My husband whom is still overseas sends his regaurds to you and prayers. From SSG James A. Smith Jr, Lei Smith & Family.

O'Donohoe Family-



My deepest sympathies and prayers to you all. As I think back on the fun times I had as a member of Scouts with your entire family it warms my heart to know that Justin died with the highest level of honor and will lay to rest with the highest level of dignity. Our thoughts are with you...The Riback Family

To Pam, Pat and Kyle,

We wanted you to know how sorry we were to hear of the loss of your son, Justin. As a parent, we can't imagine the sorrow you must be feeling. Always remember that Justin lives on in the lives of everyone he has touched. We would like to personally thank you and your family for your service to our country.

Friends in Scouting,

Please accept my families most sincere condolences for your loss of Justin. Another fallen hero is just so hard to bare. Your family will be in my heart and in my prayers. As a Proud Army Mom whose son is now in Iraq, I know what it's like to have a soldier who believes that his calling is right. Justin is my hero and so are you all. Having a son in a war zone is never an easy thing. Loosing him while he fights for what he believes in is something I have thought of, but can not imagine. Please feel my hugs and know that I too am crying for your loss. I only wish that I had words that could lessen your pain, instead I can offer my prayers.

I hope in some way that the simple message I have written helps. There are a great many of us who support our soldiers and there missions. God bless and take care.

Much love from the Proud Army Mom of Sgt. Daniel McSpadden

Our deepest sympathy to all your family. Our son Matt also served with Justin in Afghanistan.Please know he will always be remembered. sincerely, Frank and Barbara Gooding

My hearts and prayers are with all of you.

Pat,

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your son. My prayers are with you and your family, especially today as you put your son to rest. May the Lord bless you and yours during your time of sorrow.

Pam and family,

I am so sad to hear of your loss. I can remember sitting in the Challenger library and listening to how proud you are of both your sons and the men they became. Please know that my thoughts are with you in this time of sadness.

Pat, Pam and Kyle

We send our love and prayers at this time of saddness. May God help you thru this sorrow

My condolences to the Donohue family. Justin may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.

Pat & Pam,

Linda and I are heart sick at hearing the news about the passing of Justin. We know he was doing what he loved; not only for himself but for his country. God Bless!!!!!

Pat, Pam & Kyle,

You are in our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Pam, Pat and Kyle,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Justin will always be in your hearts.

I only met Justin a couple of times but even in that short time I knew he was destined for greatness. Word can not express my sadness with his passing. To the O'Donohoe Family I extend my greatest sympathy.



The Family of Gary Jones

All my thoughts and prayers are with you. My son is in the 10th m-Mountain Division in Afghanistan. May god bless you all. Your soldier will never be forgotton.

Words don't seem enough at a time like this but we wanted to let you know that Justin will be remembered as a AMERICAN HERO and we thank you for that. Our deepest sympathy.

Linda Carrasco Lewis

Autumn Carrasco Kaufman

Mira Mesa High-Class of 1996

We are very saddened by the loss of so many wonderful men. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Justin.

To the O'Donohoe Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Justin is a true American Hero. He will always be remembered and honored. We are praying for you all. May God Bless you all and God Bless Justin.

Dear Pam,Pat & Kile,



Our hearts are very heavy for you. May your tears be absorbed by all the great fun and laughter of the years you all shared together. Justin is in heaven now holding his arms around all of you.

You have our love and sympathy,

Ron, Marie, Tami, and Bryan Gruner

Pam and family,



May God guide you and comfort you at this trying time. My heart goes out to you now and always. As you know I work aboard MCAS Miramar and we as a military family grieve with you and I as a mother grieve with you.



All my love and prayers, Ann

Pat, Pam & Kyle -

There are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace that you need. We can't imagine the pain you are going through. Sad to say you are not alone in grieving the loss of your son from the war. Some day you will be able to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow now. Justin put himself in harms way fighting for our safety and freedoms. It's because of the influence that each of you had on his life that he was who he was. Your friends are here for you. Love, Mike, Cindy and Erin

To the O'Donohoe Family,

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved soldier, Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe. I pray the Lord comforts you in this difficult time.

A Proud 172 Stryker Mom

My heartfelt sympathy to the O'Donohoe family in the loss of Justin. I did not know Justin, 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. Justin 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~

I am the mother of a Fort Drum, 10th Mountain, 3rd BCT soldier on deployment in Afghanistan.



I want to offer your entire family my heartfelt prayers and condolences on the loss of Justin! My heart aches for the pain you are going through. Cherish and hold close the memories of Justin. May God grant you peace in knowing what a special man Justin was.



I talked to my son on Monday, and he expressed his sadness about what had happened to his “battle buddies” and wished for me to convey his condolences as well. He promises to carry on with the job that Justin and the others were doing.



Know that your pain is shared by many military families across this nation. We know and we care.



“Perhaps they are not the stars

but rather openings in Heaven

where the love of our dear ones

pours through and shines down

upon us to let us know that

they are happy…..”



Thank you giving all of us in this nation the ultimate sacrifice that a family can make in order to preserve our precious freedom!



Cindy McLean

Coon Rapids MN

Proud Army Mom of Chris – Afghanistan, 10th Mountain

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A MARINE MOM

To the Family of Spc. Justin L. O'Donohoe:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous 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. We lost a son 12/1/05.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all 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. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now 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. 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 courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )