Spc. Taylor J. Burk

Still in our thoughts.

Love and miss you always Uncle Taylor.

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 Taylor J. Burk 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 our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Another year of loss for us without you being here,but know we never forget you. Love endures time. Loving you always.

To the family and friends of Spc. Taylor J. Burk:
It has truly been my honor to sign Taylor'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 Taylor will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

In memory of Taylor Burk.

We love you and remember you always, and will never forget.

Jama Sommers
Mitchell Flanders New England

January 26, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Taylor J. Burk:
Always remembering Taylor. "Some gave all."

To the family and friends of Spc. Taylor J. Burk:
Please accept my remembrance of Taylor on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Taylor,
I will be at the 1CAV DIV memorial on Monday... I miss you man, and not a day goes by that I do not think of you. I have so many memories of you and the times in Iraq.... I will be with Odems, Babbitt and you on monday... we'll all talk..... miss you buddy....

We remembered you yesterday,the day you were called home. We love you.

To the family and friends of Spc. Taylor J. Burk:
Remembering Taylor 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

”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 1,600 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 and Respectfully,
Kenna

I knew Taylor we were in the same co. In Iarq

Dear Sweet Child

I almost lost my son this week. The only comfort I had was that you would be there to meet him. I am thankful God chose not to take him because he knew that baby Jackson needed his Daddy.Isn't baby Jack beautiful?
We wish that you could know that we have found our paradise and love it so.
We know there will be a reunion in another paradise some day when we see your smile again and hear that laugh.
What a joy that will be. In our thoughts daily.

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 Taylor, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB

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

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Dear Sweet Child,
There is not a day that passes that I do not hear your laughter and remember you in our home and there won't be a day to come that I don't feel the pain of your absence. You are never forgotten and many were not worthy of you. Love never dies and the time will come when I hear your laughter again.

To the family of Spc. Taylor J. Burk:
Taylor 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

Taylor, you're my hero. I miss you so much. Thank you for everything, I'll always have your memory.

Taylor you are a part of our lifes everyday. You will never be forgotten. Your last conversation was about your family, God Bless Them. You were truly remarkable.

August 20, 2008
Dear Family and Friends of SPC Taylor Burk. I wanted you to know that today I ran a mile in memory of Taylor. While running I held you up in my prayers that your memories of Taylor may be sweet and that your comfort and peace grow with each passing day.
I look forward to the day when all of us will have the chance to be with and hug our loved ones again in heaven.
God Bless and keep you,
No Worries,
Terry Henderson
mom, CW2 Miles Henderson
KIA 06 Nov 06 Balad Iraq
Phil 4:6-10

I remember the first time I ever saw you sitting in the floor in Mitchell's room...Funny haircut. You became my son as you became Mitchell's best friend.
I welcomed you into our home always and several times you lived with us. I can still see you standing in the living room and I can hear the way you said my name. I remember how you hugged me with tears in your eyes the day I lost my Mother. I remember that Halloween when those people had that Scarecrow and how we made it extra special for all the people that drove by it. And the people with the Christmas lights and then the cop you yelled at on the way home.....How we all laughed and what fun we had. I remember the time you came home for Christmas and stayed with us the whole time you were there. We played games and laughed til we hurt. I remember the day you came to the house crying your eyes out because a girl had broken your heart. She wasn't worthy of you.
I remember going to Arizona to move you back to Amarillo.
You were part of my family and I loved you like my own. I have missed you and dreamed of you often and so has Mitchell. Mitchell saved you a chair at his wedding and I know you were there the day his son was born.Isn't he beautiful?...Every day of my life... I will remember you... miss you and cherish the memories of all the many years you were a part of our lives and I can still hear you say my name. Taylor, my son I will remember you.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Burk!

My mere words could never express my unending gratitude for the sacrifice given so bravely and unselfishly by Taylor and his family in the defense of our nation. God be with you all.

Miss you brother. Rest In Peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Burk and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Taylor was a great guy. Grew up with him here in Canyon, Tx and we attended the same church. I wish his family the best.

Erik Evans (Canyon Ward)

I just wanted the family to know that I was there with him. He was mello, nice, and caring. He was a breath of fresh air in an otherwise crazy environment. I will never forget the first and last day that I saw him.

Russ

I am sorry. I don't what to say in times like those. Your son is a hero in my book. I wanted to serve but never could because of my health but i know it hard for you to lose a boy like. God is watching over you and and him.

To the family of Taylor Burk. I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I know the heartbreak and tremendous loss as I too lost my 21 year old nephew in late August. Taylor will be always be remembered as a "HERO" and will live in our hearts forever. Remember the good times you shared and keep them close. God is watching over him as he is watching over you. My heart goes out to you and your family. Take care.

To the Family of Spc. Taylor Burk~

We understand what you are experiencing and feeling. No amount of words can ease the pain of your loss. We know firsthand there are no words of comfort at this time. We lost our only son 9~3~2004 at the age of 19 and it fells like yesterday. Just know that there are Marine families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain.

May he rest in peace knowing that he was loved and remembered by those who knew him as well as strangers who admired his courage and sacrifice? My deepest condolences, sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort? I will keep your family in my prayers along with all the families of our American Hero’s. Another Fallen Hero --Thank you.

My family and I are thankful for the Bravery, Courage, Determinination and Service to fight for our country (our freedom), from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces for the sacrifice made for us. You all will not be forgotten.

We also have a Marine daughter and Marine son-in-law. I still fly my Marine flag and have my Marine tag and sticker on my vehicles because I'm PROUD of my SON and ALL THOSE MARINE MEN and WOMEN out there. I will always be a Marine. We are proud of all of you.

Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!


Proud Marine Parents of an American Hero
(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9~3~04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)

Spc.Taylor J. Burk
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever Amen.

Remembering Taylor- may he rest in peace. So sorry his stay here was cut so short.

My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the recent loss of Spc. Taylor J. Burk.
The price this young hero 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, Service and Dedication.
May Taylor rest safely in God's Loving Care and may God's Comfort and Grace be with the Burk family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.

Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow.
Isaiah 53:4

May the love and the memories of Taylor. live in your heart always.
Softly and slowly....
Time heals.

Sincerely hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and every day, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.

To the Family of Spc. Taylor J. Burk:
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 and it seems like yesterday.
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. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. 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 )

My brother, husband and I have all served in Iraq. My mother was once a teacher of Taylor's and was so upset when she found out about him. You are a true American hero! Thank you for serving with us and supporting what we as Americans believe in. I am truly sorry it cost you your life and caused pain to your family. You will not be forgotten!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE 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. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.



A PROUD MARINE MOM

My heartfelt sympathy to the Burk family in the loss of Taylor I did not know Taylor, 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. Taylor it has just been a little over a year 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~

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