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Rubuen Rivera, SSG, CAARNG
July 5, 2020
I went to school with Steven back in the day. I remember he used to wear a Dead Kennedys shirt. I asked him what that was and he explained that it was a band. He was a friendly person. Even back then, I always knew there was something different about him. Rest easy SGT.
Charlie Gili
June 9, 2018
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your 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 Steven M. Packer US Army Sergeant. 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 our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Courtney Capers
May 24, 2015
I've never personally met or known Steven during his physical lifetime. I recently learned Steven's story with the armed forces on a trip to Arlington Cemetery. Both my great grandmother and grandfather are buried there, and it's been a family tradition for years. This year, Mindful Memorial Day, which is a nonprofit, gave out the names of soldiers who passed in the line of duty in Iraq or Afghanistan to honor for Memorial Day. I was lucky enough to receive Steven's name. I wanted to find out as much as I could about him and learn his story. It's amazing to learn about his level of sacrifice and dedication to our country along with his many honors he received. If it were not for the service men and women like Steven, we as a country could not enjoy the freedoms that so many take for granted. Thank you Steven! God Bless your family. I'll continue to honor you and share your story with everyone I know.
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Katherine Cross
May 23, 2014
I had the honor of knowing Steven in High School. He was a very sweet person. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Sandy Phillips
April 16, 2014
May you rest in peace, you are often thought about and cross my mind. My god continue to watch over your family. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. God Bless
Peggy Childers
May 17, 2013
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven M. Packer:
It has truly been my honor to sign Steven'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 Steven will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Michael Schoenbauer
March 4, 2013
On Friday I had a mushroom swissswiss cheeseburger. It wasn't from Carls jr. (isn't one up here) I hate mushroom Swiss cheeseburgers
Jake Parnell
March 1, 2013
Steve & I were in a garage band together for a bit... His sense of responsibility and justice, even then, was a shining part of his personality. He was trustworthy beyond measure, and was the only kid that I knew who would turn down the offer of drugs/alcohol citing personal preference, and still looked cool while doing it. He was always the first to crack a laugh, but did it in a way that made everyone else want to laugh too... It was not the teasing, mocking laughter most associated with kids our age. I had the distinct pleasure of hanging out with Steve on many occasion, mostly due to a shared acquaintance we had named Brian. It was during one of these hangouts during high school that Steve & I discovered our shared love of punk music. Our circle of friends wore only the best band t-shirts, and Steve was the only one who rocked a blue clay-colored t-shirt with the band "Pulley" on the front. And some weeks/months later, that shirt would end up being left at Brian's house, and later adopted my myself. 13 years later, I open up a box of old clothes, and there it is... Old, wrinkly, and holey... just like I left so long ago... The "Pulley" logo on the front still cracked the way I remembered. I pulled it out, put it on, and spent the next 30 minutes or so reminiscing about days past.
May 18, 2012
It is hard to think it has been five years. I still and will always remember Steven. He was a great man.
Peggy Childers
May 17, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven M. Packer:
Always remembering Steven. "Some gave all."
Dianne Swanson
May 17, 2012
Thinking of you today Steven and thanking you for your service. Hard to believe 5 years have passed since your death. Hugs to your mom, brother and sister and grandma!! Love you all!
Cousin Dianne in MN
Peggy Childers
May 17, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven M. Packer:
Please accept my remembrance of Steven on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Jose Luis Barocio ( COM/VET )
June 26, 2010
I remember " YOU " ...&... You will always be in my " Thoughts & Prayers ".
Peggy Childers
May 17, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven M. Packer:
Remembering Steven 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
george johnson
March 26, 2010
packer was my room mate at ft drum we went to iraq together in 04 when i think of sgt steven packer there are only good memories he was a great friend and a even greater soldier. I loved him like a brother and will always remember the memories he gave me thank you for always being there steve
Johnson, G aka redneck johnson
Peggy Childers
May 18, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Steven M. Packer:
Steven 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
National Training Center April 2006 Sgt Steven Packer top right
stacy
February 7, 2009
Kenna Larra
January 22, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,300 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!
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,
Kenna
Breanna Kiggins
January 1, 2009
Steven- I will always remember you, my family keeps you in our hearts and minds. Thank you for what you did. I never thought this would happen, we went to high school together and you were one of my best friends there. This broke my heart.
June 26, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Packer!
Monterey 3/07
May 19, 2008
In Memory of Steven ~ (Debra Estep)
May 17, 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 Steven, 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.
Guy Adams
March 22, 2008
Steven's Last Ride Home video!
http://www.godtube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=78051e6230e5c6be59d0
evan williams
January 22, 2008
I served with sgt. packer in aco 214 2nd plt 3rd sqd. i had the honor of serving with him.
Michelle Arnette (mother of SSG Jason R Arnette KIA 4/1/2007)
September 11, 2007
To Stevens Family: Steven will never be forgotten He will always be a hero. My son Jason was in Co. C with the 2/14 also. He was KIA on 4/1/2007. May God Bless you. My families prayers are with you. And I know the 2 of them are watching over us.
August 15, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Packer and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
August 6, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer 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 (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)
June 21, 2007
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history…they pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
ROBYN Garside
June 6, 2007
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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Eric Cooper
June 5, 2007
Maybe someday in Heaven I will get to thank you for your bravery and courage in protecting my family.
Until then I want to thank your parents and all those who made you the great man you will always be remembered as. May God Bless you.
corey palmer
June 3, 2007
My name is ssg corey palmer and i was with packer in iraq from 04 to 05. i was in his squad and we was in the same truck everyday me him and davila. i am so sorry for your loss steven was a great guy and an excellent soldier. i will always remember packer for his way to cheer everyone up when we were all so exhausted. he was in the turret all th etime but you know what he never complained and i really admired that about him. my sympathies are with you during this sad time i will never forget steven.
Gloria
June 2, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. I miss him so much and have thought of Steven every day since I heard of the news. And also of you, his friends and family. I have only good memories of him. Actually great memories. He was always nice and thoughtful. I've never known a more sincere person in my whole life. I wish more than anything that he was here with us now. But I know that he is in a better place. And is forever safe from hurt and pain. He will be in my heart forever. And you in my prayers.
Terry Baro
May 30, 2007
You do not know me, but we share an unfortunate bond. I am not one for many words, but I too have a lost a son in the Marines and as a parent I know the pride and honor and deep sorrow you feel right now, it goes beyond words. Please except my most sincere condolences for your loss. My thoughts are always with you and your family.
Terry Baro
Gold Star Mother
Corporal Jeremiah Baro
KIA 11/04/04
Debbie Barrow
May 30, 2007
We were so sad to hear about Steven. Our daughter Beth graduated with Steven at Clovis High in 2002. She hung out with Chris often while in school. She saw how close the brothers were first hand. Steven was a true American hero, trying to help fellow soldiers. We send our deepest condolences and greatest prayers to all of your family during this most difficult time in your lives. Take care of yourselves. You all are in our daily thoughts.
Sincerely,
Ron & Debbie Barrow
Barry Johnson
May 30, 2007
Robin,
You know how much I respected and enjoyed Steven. I will always miss him. I know he gave the biggest gift to all of us, his life. I was so proud of him. He shows all of our family great honor and respect.
Barry
Jan and Doug Masiel
May 30, 2007
Dear Robin and Family,
We never met Steven but he is our hero!
May God bless you and help you find inner strength at this diffucult time.
Debra Duncan
May 29, 2007
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Steven. You will be in my prayers daily, we didnt know Steven but please know how truly greatful we should all be for his selfless act of protecting the innocent. God Bless you.
Andy and Brenda Oliver
May 29, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Thank you for sharing Steven with us to protect our country's freedom. He is our hero forever.
Judith Ashby
May 29, 2007
Dear Robin and Family:
I just wanted to send my condolences, I heard from my mom about Steven, I just wanted to tell you how sorry I'am for your loss. Gosh I can remember when your family moved in across the street from my parents (Judy & Earl), and then when you and your family moved in next door to mom & dad. My heart goes out to you. My prayers are with you. Sincerely
Bobby Griffiths
May 29, 2007
My deepest condolences to all those who were lucky enough to be close to Steven. I met Steven in high school and was instantly drawn in by his sense of humor and charisma and we became friends by exchanging stupid jokes and talking about music.
One thing that really stood out about Steven was how genuine he was. If something was worth saying to Steven, you know he meant it. I am lucky to have great memories of Steven and I have nothing but great thoughts of him.
Steven, I will love and miss you always. May our hearts be in peace knowing that you have found it.
Jennifer White
May 28, 2007
I don't have any words that will help make the pain go away. I grew up in Madera, Ca and I also joined the Military. I am now a disabled Vet. I want you to know that just because Steven is not there in person he is still there standing right by your side. He is in your heart always and forever. When I saw the story I cried. It broke my heart to hear another soldier was lost so we all could be free. He did his duty and for that I am very greatful. I don't know what I could do to help you. But he now is in Heaven looking down and he is your angel. God needed a hero and he now has Steven as a hero. I will keep Stevens family and friends in my prayers.
Leslie Martin
May 27, 2007
l am so sorry for your loss. l know that there are no words that could help. l just wanted to let you know that people care and are grateful to the soldiers for their bravery. May God's peace comfort you....
Brad Palmquist
May 26, 2007
I am a fellow graduate of Clovis High 02. While I was not close to Steven I knew him and I was very sad to hear the news. I am sorry for your loss! I appreciate what he and fellow American's are doing in Iraq. Rest in Peace Steven
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
May 26, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Packer family in the loss of Steven. I did not know Steven, 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. Steven you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
kiersten hawkins
May 25, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Hannah Salvatore
May 24, 2007
I only met steven a handful of times, but in my early teen years I was very close with his brother Chris. I remember Steven as funny and charming. My heart is pouring out to the family.
Monica Loats
May 24, 2007
Steven will always be a hero in our hearts. Please call or stop by if ever you need something. We are thinking about you in this time of sadness.
Benjamin Schoenbauer
May 23, 2007
Thanks for serving your country. My brother Mike "gumba" was good friends with Packer. Packer will be missed dearly by all in my family. Mike often talked about how they made it through the hard times together. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Ronn Massie
May 23, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Steven.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Steven for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Dianne Swanson
May 22, 2007
Robin and family;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We all wish we could be there with you. Hugs from cousin DD and family.
Gary Allain
May 22, 2007
Sgt. Steven M. Packer
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Fred (USMC Ret)
May 21, 2007
It is with the deepest sadness that I ask the family and friends of this brave young Soldier to accept the offer of my most sincere and heart felt condolences. I hope that you know that your loss is shared and mourned by millions of Americans. Most of whom you don’t know and in all probability will never meet. We sincerely appreciate the sacrifices made by your patriot.
Freedom is not free; it is paid for by our heroes, and for those who fight for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know! This soldier made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
WE MUST NEVER FORGET!!
I know the pain parents feel when they loose a child. I lost a son 19 years ago. It is a pain that defies description. It is a pain that never goes away. It is a pain that will never end. It is a pain that is all consuming.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless and keep you today, tomorrow and forever!
Rest in Peace brave soldier; you did your duty with great honor, dedication, distinction and in the highest traditions of our great country.
Semper Fidelis
Linda Clifton
May 21, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol Cline
May 20, 2007
Know in your heart that Steven is a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace Steven. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To Steven's family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
Garnet Jenkins
May 20, 2007
Please accept my Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the loss of Sgt. Steven M. Packer.
The price this Brave Young Solder and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
There is so much thanks to be given, to these young heroes, for their Courage, Dedication and Service.
May Steven rest safely in God's Care and may God's Loving Grace Bless the Packer family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Wait on the Lord, be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart" ~ Psalm 27:14 ~
May the Peace of God and your memories of Steven, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days ahead.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Bonesteel
May 20, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
May 20, 2007
May God show you mercy and grant you eternal rest.
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