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for David S. Stewart
May 31, 2021
To the family of Cpl. David S. Stewart,
I recently learned about David and the sacrifices he made for our country. Our baseball team is honoring fallen heroes and we each had the privilege of wearing their names on the back of our jerseys, and I got to wear David’s name. I read his story and learned that he was brave and selfless. Thank you David for all you have done.
Luke Sniadach
Athletics Baseball
sandra stewart
May 30, 2021
My boy, how I miss you each and every day with every breath I take. Love Mama
Charles Wayne Myrick
May 29, 2021
Bear,
It was a pleasure working with you at the USDA research station. Thank you for making my life better by fighting for my freedom.
A few years back I finally played World of War craft. It was similar to the Everquest you talked about. Sure enough I enjoyed pummeling through easier parts of the game as I became more powerful just as you described. I thought about you as I played it.
I miss you this memorial day weekend. Thank you for being a hero.
4th grade Godwin Student
May 26, 2017
Dear friend and family of CPL. David S. Stewart. I'm sorry for your lost. I learned about him in 4th grade writing class. I know he was brave and strong. I will remember him as a great strong,brave man. I understand it's sad.I also learned freedom isn't free. All gave some some gave all we will always remember those who gave up there life. I'm thankful for what he did.
4th Grade Godwin Student
May 26, 2017
Dear David family,thank you for allowing David to serve in the Military. He helped us and we will always remember him and the sacrifices he made for our country. I learned about him in my 4th Grade Writing class while we were learning the importance of the great men and women that died fighting for our country.
Carol Biggerstaff
November 22, 2016
I want the family to know I am so sorry for your loss of David. There is something I need to send to the family. In St Louis during the week of 9/11 Anniversary there was a display in Forest Park on Art Hill, a display of flags to remember and honor each military personnel killed since 9/11/01 from the War on Terror. Each flag was dedicated. I don't know how I did it, but I bought the flag dedicated to David. I want to send you David's Flag.
I know you may be concerned being contacted by a stranger. I am a volunteer for Missouri Military Memorial Foundation. If you would like to verify who I am and my intentions are sincere, the founder of the organization is Gold Star Mother, Chris Andrews, daughter Sgt Amanda Pinson was killed in Iraq. missourimilitary.org
This flag belongs to your family. It flew on Art Hill for several days. It is dedicated to David.
Yvonne Mitchell
August 5, 2016
Bear will never be forgotten as the light shone so bright with Bear and with everyone he met including myself and my children. Andrea, Sandra, Jo-Anna, Joe and all those who knew Bear, God Bless and know one day even though Bear is watching down on us, will unite once again. God Bless one and all from all of us in Queensland, Australia.
Bear, I love you always and forever!
Andrea Burkenstock
August 3, 2016
A son, brother, love, friend, a true Marine's Marine..... I spend today in prayer, reflection, & remembrance of a man I was blessed to love and be loved by. I thank God for every moment I shared with Bear and the Stewart family. Not a day goes by that I don't think of him. I can still see his smile, hear his laugh and feel his arms around me when I close my eyes. While I'll never know why, I now find comfort in God that I will be with Bear again one day. In the meantime I know he is up three looking over me, protecting me, and guiding me. I thank God for all the little Godwinks Bear sends me letting me know he's up there watching over me. I'll never forget the trips to the houseboat or parking down at Pools Bluff and laying on the hood of the "Exploder" to look at the stars and talk about our future. I'll cherish those memories forever. I am truly blessed to have experienced a love so true and pure.
One last smile. One last hug. One last look into your eyes. One last kiss. Just one last "I love you always and forever."
I miss you, Bear. I love you always and forever.
Andrea Burkenstock
August 3, 2015
Today I celebrate an amazing Marine I had the pleasure of loving and being loved by. Today I celebrate your life and our love Cpl Stewart. I'll never forget the feeling the last time I wrapped my arms around you this day. I love you Marine! RIP Marine. Job well done! Semper fi! Gone but NEVER forgotten!
Yvonne Mitchell
August 1, 2015
You were a guiding light when you were with us in presence but now you shine brighter from Heaven. God Bless and Thank you for your service, for being a gentleman and being the man you became which is the man i met that day in Rockhampton, Qld, Australia in Sept 2003 before Talisman Saber 2003. God Bless and Rest In Peace.
David Sonner
July 31, 2015
Rest in peace brother. I'll relieve you in heaven when I get stationed there myself. Sgt Sonner
Anita Holcomb
May 25, 2015
My husband was the Company First Sergeant for the unit at the time of Cpl. Stewart's death. I want his family to know that it has forever changed the meaning of Memorial Day for our family. Every year, we spend the weekend remembering Cpl. Stewart and thinking of his family. He was so sweet to our daughter when we first arrived in Gulfport and he quickly became her buddy. We think of him and LCpl. Waruinge often, but especially on this somber day and we are so grateful for their service to our country. I want his family to know that our family will never ever forget him. Semper Fi.
Andrea Burkenstock
March 25, 2015
Missing you dearly! Gone but never forgotten. You will live on forever in my heart and our memories.
March 23, 2015
God Bless your family and your sons courage and bravery.
February 12, 2014
My beautiful brave son. How I miss you.
Love, Mama
February 8, 2014
This entry is in memory & honor of this hero who bravely fought for our freedom. We shall never forget.
Charlie Gili
May 2, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Stewart Family know that we recently sent a donation to the Christopher Scherer Semper Fi Fund
in honor of David S. Stewart US Marine Corporal. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
August 3, 2012
To the family and friends of Cpl. David S. Stewart:
Always remembering David. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
August 4, 2011
August 3, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. David S. Stewart:
Please accept my remembrance of David on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Crissy Bengochea
August 4, 2011
Bear,
Last nite we had your favorite wine in ur honor. We miss you so much and I know that Rico could use ur goofyness to keep him laughing and moving some days when he is down. We love and miss ya so much, bro!!! Please keep ur light shining down on ur mama, dad, sis and nephew, plus along with all your friends and family who are Marines!!
July 28, 2011
"I like you for always, I love you forever, as long as I'm living, my Baby you'll be." Love, Mama
Andrea
July 26, 2011
NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!! <3
Sandra Ladner
May 31, 2011
This Memorial Day, I am remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. I am so grateful for your loved one's service.
May 28, 2011
How I miss you, my Bear. My brave, sweet and funny boy. Always and forever my baby you'll be. Love, Mama
Jesse Secondine
May 27, 2011
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You were one of the all time greatests buddy. I miss you! Keep God's perimeter secure till we can reinforce you. Semper Fi!
Elayne Shapiro
April 19, 2011
Thank you for your service. Thank you for your sacrifice
C Forbes
April 19, 2011
Thank you for your service to your Country. Thank you for your courage, bravery and for your sacrifices you have made. God Bless you and your family, friends and fellow Marines~ Semper Fi
March 9, 2011
Thanks for the freedom your son and mine have provided us! We wont forget him! I hope your days are good and you can be comforted by the fact that he left his mark on this world. Semper Fi
Ssgt Jared Vance
March 8, 2011
Just thinking of you Bear....Can't wait to see you again brother!
Sandra Ladner
February 12, 2011
Sandra and family we will never forget Bear, He will also live in our hearts forver.
Coleen Bethel
November 1, 2010
I was looking a the fallen heroes of this war that we have fought for so long now. My son is serving in A-stan now. When looking at all of them...I saw your handsome Marine. God Bless you as you are forced to go on without him. Thank you for all your family has given. Semper Fi
Peggy Childers
August 5, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. David S. Stewart:
Remembering David 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
Sgt Casey Mitchell
December 15, 2009
Just a simple Thank you isn't enough though that is all I have to give back to you and your family. You have gave all for what most people take for granted in this world and that's our freedom. Because of you and men/women like you our family and friends have something that will never be taken from us. I look forward to finding you guarding the streets of Heaven, Marine.
Semper Fi
Sgt Daniel Amster, USMCR
October 3, 2009
Stew,
Miss you man. Been tough dealing with it all. I remember being out at Pendleton in summer 04 and at Eglin AFB in Nov of 04, between deployments. Fun times. Still remember the last time we spoke, at Al Asad. Miss you.
Semper Fi.
Crissy Bengochea
August 5, 2009
Well Bear we had our drinks for you on Monday. We talked about all the funny things you did with all of us. It was a sad day on Monday but we had all of our own memories of you to talk about while having drinks for you. It seems just like yesterday you were here with us, but it has been 4 years of nothing but good memories to share. Thanks for being Rico's guardian angle up there these past couple of months. We love you and never will foreget you Bro.
Peggy Childers
August 4, 2009
To the family of Cpl. David S. Stewart:
David 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
Trevor Hunt
July 22, 2009
Hey man, we're just thinking of you. Can never forget your life, and your sacrifice. You are with your Lord Jesus and your brother and i wouldn't have it any other way! Semper Fi Bear, you give us strength everyday man! Later
Yvonne M
July 14, 2009
Bear, between 3rd Sept till 5th Sept 09 I will be in Bogalusa and then from the 5th Sept till the 11th Sept i will be in DC. I will sit and remember you beside where you lay and pray that you are safe and well.
My heart goes out to your family, your Mum and Dad and your Sister and your friends, you touched all of us even those from afar as we remember you.
A Tribute song for you. May you and your brother Rest In Peace and ma you both stand side by side.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3_GjhjKYGc&feature=channel_page
My dedication to you.
Yvonne M
June 10, 2009
Bear, I say a prayer to you each day as you are strong in my thoughts so that is why in October and November this year, i will be visiting your Memorial in Bogalusa and then going to Arlington so i can lay flowers on your cross so you know that i have travelled so far to give you my love and respect. Thank you for being there for me and thank you for being a friend. Thank you.
Lots of love, hugs and kisses
Yvonne
Soon to be Louisiana but Auckland at the moemnt
Kenna Larra
June 9, 2009
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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
Trevor Hunt
May 25, 2009
Bear, espescially today and always we remember you and the sacrifice that you made. Memorial Day in most folks eyes is a sale at the local car dealer, dept store, etc. But for us it's meant to remember the very people like you Bear that give me a reason to believe in something greater than this life. You were and will always be in our hearts and we miss you buddy! The swamps will never be the same. Tyler, Ben ,Jason(wormy), all us Hunt boys from Bogalusa appreciate what you did and rest assured you will never be forgotten. I remember riding in my work van and hearing about a lot of fellow Marines that were lost in Iraq that day and i instantly had a feeling like it was you too bear. The Lord had greater responsibilities for you. Your parents, fine parents, Joey and Sandra raised a great human being, someone who'd be hard to duplicate with the insecurities and selfishness these days. You're missed and not forgotten Bear, RIP buddy, see you on the other side when it's my turn to go to the happy hunting ground,Semper Fi fellow Marine, Trevor Hunt, Dandridge,Tn.
Yvonne M
May 15, 2009
R.I.P. "BEAR" I dedicate this song to BEAR who as a US Marine Corporal served 2 tours in Iraq 2003 & then in 2005 where he died not long before his 25th birthday. Such a gentleman, selfless, loving, caring. from Louisiana, it broke my heart when i heard you had died, you saved me & my kids from domestic violence and i will always have you in my heart. You are a true hero. I still hold you dear to my heart, along with your family. I dedicate my life and my children's lives to you.................................That day we met i will always remember for all eternity.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HR9m1QU7nKI&feature=channel_page
Avril Levigne..........I Miss You/Slipping Away..
We all miss you because of who you were, the man who gave his hand out to help others, the man who gave his heart and soul, a man who made you laugh when you felt alone and afraid, a man who gave you strength in the darkest of days, a man who loved his family and friends and loved his country, a man who will always be remembered for all those silly and crazy things but mainly the man who crept into our hearts with his warm and generous nature and that is where you will stay.
I send my love to you, your parents and friends.
Yvonne, Auckland, NZ
P.S. Bear, you sent me an angel and he has brought me so much happiness and joy, he is a proud man as well, serving his country as like you a patriot and an honorable man. May you send him home to me safely and then return us back to La which is his state. Thank you.
Yvonne
May 15, 2009
Bear
There is a song which i think is ideal for the type of person you were. I hope you like it and that your friends and family like it as well. I understand how it feels to lose you, your laugh, your smile, your jokes, a good caring man, a boy so true to his beliefs and the way he was brought up to be such a caring young man, only to be taken so soon, too soon. With you gone, it will never be the same to those that knew you, whether for a lifetime or a short time, you were an impact on those whom you met.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HR9m1QU7nKI&feature=channel_page
You are sorely missed. Rest in peace, Bear.
God bless you, your family and friends
Trevor Hunt
May 4, 2009
Just thinkin of you man. Hope you're doin well up there with Jesus and your brother. I still can't believe that we all lost both of you guys temporarily. it just isn't right. Semper Fi man
M Miley
May 2, 2009
I miss you Bear, so much everyday. I miss being kids on the river, and the way you used to tease me and tell me I was too girly in order to get me to do things I may have otherwise been afraid to do. You sure knew how to push my buttons, somehow you could always tell when I was too afraid to do something, and always seemed to know how to help me overcome it. I wish so badly that you had lived to see my son, you two would like eachother. He reminds me of you sometimes, hes got that same fearlessness, and always seems to know what to say to get me over lifes hurtles. You are my hero, and it hurts so bad still to know that we have lost you. I know that we'll see eachother again. Ill meet you on the banks of the bogue chitta, and when we meet again all my fears will be gone, and i bet I swim across that canal quicker than you! I love you and miss you, your my hero, and my sons hero. Although he never got to meet you he knows and will always know who you are.
Trevor Hunt
March 11, 2009
Bear, we hope you are well up there in Heaven right now with Jesus. We think of you and your brother often and wonder why you both had to go. I know you've got company with him and if my brother tyler were to leave i'd want to be with him. My heart goes out to your family man, it must be bitter at times, but they are strong. If you see God today, please tell him to have mercy on America right now. Rest in Peace my fellow Marine,we are darn proud of you! talk to you soon.
Kris Miccio
December 23, 2008
Dear David,
In your eyes, I see the grace of a young man and a compassionate soul. As a Marine, I know you are brave. But what I see is a gentle soul, someone who retained his humanity during an inhumane time, and this is what we shall miss about you. May your sacrifice give us the strength to find alternatives to war, to killing and to death. Your courage, grace and compassion are in us always.
May your memory be a comfort to your mom, dad and family. And may your memory be a blessing, always.
sandra stewart
October 25, 2008
It is good to know that my boy is not forgotten. We miss him every minute of every day as we do his brother Jason. My first thought when I wake, my last thoughts before I sleep and throughout the day. The drawing with Bear in the angel's arms is beautiful. Thank you all for your words and your pictures.
Bear splashing off
October 25, 2008
Trevor Hunt
October 22, 2008
Bear, my friend, my fellow Marine ,and my hero, i know you are now in good hands. You are in the company of those that went before us, family and fellow warriors. It's humbling to know that your death was not in vain, for you will live on forever! You bravely went two times to save an oppressed people and did it well. Freedom has a price that the protected will never know. Man, that's so true! We miss you Bear. I'll never forget hangin out at Lejeune, and back home in Bogalusa,LA. If i had to guess, i'd say you're up in heaven sittin in a deer stand thinkin of Andrea, the love of your life. I hope the Lord blesses the rest of her and your families day's. You've got a fine, strong, and resilient family and they raised you just the same. You will always live in our hearts and minds! Semper Fi brother,former Marine Trevor Hunt
Daphne Crawford
August 11, 2008
Thinking of Bear on his birthday and holding his family and friends close in my heart. I know how much he is missed by all of you. I didn't know Bear before but I know him now, through the wonderful stories his mama has shared. What a blessing to have had such a son. What a wonderful friend he must have been to his Marine buddies.
Happy birthday dear boy...
RAYEL BABIN
August 11, 2008
Sandra and Family,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family today...
God Bless CPL DAVID "BEAR" STEWART
Love always
RJ
Yvonne M
August 4, 2008
To The Stewart Family and Andrea,
David (BEAR), it has been 3 years since you were taken away from your loved ones and friends and it is still hard to believe that you are gone as you are a great man and every day of your life you went out of your way to make it better for other people!!!
You touched so many lives with your generosity, your love, your devotion and your kindness which melted hearts and souls, you are a unique person and always will be and you will be surely missed.
Your family should be very proud of the son that they raised. You will never be forgotten as men like you are very hard to find as you are so unique that will never diminish. You are a true HERO and always will be.
I still remember that day in Rockhampton, Qld, Australia Sept 03, 2003 and even though it was a short time, you are etched on my mind, my kids did not formally know you (as per the poem earlier) because of their ages 1 and abit Kyle, 2 1/2 Hayley and 4yrs and abit Trevor, but they honor you by being reminded of what a honorable, decent, caring and sincere person you are, forever smiling and laughing, a true Marine, a true patriot.
I still cannot believe you are gone and finding out after so long that you were gone was hard for me after everything you did for us but in our minds you still live on in spirit but my heart goes to your family and friends closet to you, those you loved so much but left behind.
So God Bless you as you walk with Angels by your side and as you live in the purity of God.
May God Bless your family and friends and to keep them safe from harm forever.
Our hearts go out on this special but sad time, remembering you as you are, a true spirit. One day there will be a time when all will meet again in spirit and you will be waiting patiently for that day.
Yvonne
Akl, NZ
CPL. Stephen Smith
August 4, 2008
Stewy, it seems just like yesterday we were in the well deck going around South America. You could always make me laugh. We made the best of that boat and the memories will be there forever. I miss you tons, you are a great man and every day of your life you went out of your way to make it better for other people!!! Your family should be very proud of the son that they raised. You will never be forgotten. Until we meet again...Semper Fi.
Crissy Bengochea
August 4, 2008
Mr. Joey, Mrs. Sandra & family,
It is hard to believe that Bear has been gone from us for 3 years now and it seems like yesterday this crap happened. Know that Bear will always be in our hearts and prayers everyday til it comes our time to meet back up with him in heaven. We love and miss you very Bear, hope to see you when we get there.
In Memory of 'Bear' - David S. Stewart ~ (Debra Estep)
August 3, 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 David, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
In Memory of 'Bear' - David S. Stewart ~ (Debra Estep)
August 3, 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 David, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
May 7, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Stewart!
My handsome son, Marine Corps Ball 2004
May 5, 2008
Last time in America on way to airport to Haditha
May 5, 2008
Corporal David 'Bear' .S. Stewart, USMC Louisiana with my daughter Hayley 2 1/2yrs Sept 03, 2003, Rockhampton, Qld, Australia
Yvonne Mitchell
April 29, 2008
To Sandra, Joey and Andrea
This morning i received an email from someone that i thought might have known Bear so i asked this young man if he could identify a picture that i had of a Corporal Stewart. To my horror, it is your David 'Bear'.
I am so sorry for your loss, i weep at this time in horror of knowing this, for the young man i met, a young man that guided me to salvation to a better life without pain, a young man that made me laugh whose southern drawl and politeness was something you do not see everything day. His jokes made me laugh for hours, his genuine sincerity was above all and his love for his family and his country was so proud, you could see it on his face.
For you i grieve with you for his loss as he will always be in my heart as i remember this fine young man.
I never knew he died as i had been searching for him to say thank you for all he did for me and my kids, the wisdom and strength but now i must say them in prayer so he can hear me.
May God keep you safe Bear, the Corporate Stewart i knew for such a brief moment in time sitting on an armoured vehicle on a very hot hot day in Rockhampton, Qld, Australia on September 3rd 2003, that will ever be etched in my memory. That is what Bear did, he ingrained himself into you and will always remain loyal to one and all.
May God protect you Sandra, Joey and Andrea for years to come, i pray that your pain will slowly go away as he is walking beside you and helping you on your journey with the help of God.
God Bless
Yvonne Mitchell
April 26, 2008
Dear Sandra and Joey,
I have just signed your son's guest book. I hope the picture i had put in his of your son, David.
My heart goes out to you for your loss from a parent to a parent, he will never be forgotten.
The twinkle in his eyes were of honour, sacrifice and pride, his face lit a thousand smiles, he laugh made us all joyous, his mannerism will always stay in our hearts, his love and strength will be the guiding light for those he touched. He gave something special were no other could, he was a man that one would be so proud to have known and called their own and now he is in god's light. May God bless this gentle soul so he can bring us such life and joy.
This is such a beautiful memorial to a young man that cared about everything around him.
Fondest thoughts
Yvonne
Auckland
NZ
If the picture is not of David, please still accept my sympathies and well wishes, i do not wish to offend or upset you. A child lost is never forgotten.
Barbara Bobrick
April 22, 2008
So sorry for the loss of your son David. I feel his loss like it is my own. God bless you all.
These are the kind of memories I have of David, all good ones.
April 11, 2008
Sgt. Robert Crisp
April 8, 2008
Stew, i think of you often and i have visited your family since the Lord has taken you from the earth. I miss your smile and southern twang that reminds me of the ultimate sacrifice you and your family has made. I miss you brother, more than youll ever know. Until we meet again....Semper Fi
Sharon Hartzog
April 4, 2008
Suzanne MacDaniel
February 5, 2008
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say even though I hold no rank know that from my heart my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
They will forever be our "Hero" and in our heart.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
Sgt. David Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 Iraq
Henryk Zaleski (Lt,SC,USN-Ret)
February 4, 2008
You're paid in full Marine,rest in peace.
Rest In Peace
Michael iezzi
February 4, 2008
Father we entrust our brother David to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold David in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
GENE DROZD
November 12, 2007
CPL. STEWART,
YOU WERE A FINE MAN. MSGT BICKERS AND MYSELF STILL REMEMBER YOU AND SPEAK OF YOU AS WE RECRUITED YOU. THANKYOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND THE IMPACT YOU MADE ON YOUR FELLOW MARINES.
MSGT. DROZD SNCOIC RSS HAMMOND 1998-2002
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend 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)
Crissy Bengochea
August 4, 2007
Bear, yesterday you weighed heavy on my heart. It has been 2 years since god took you from your family and friends. We will never foreget you and last nite as the kids saw Ric Flare they thought of you. We are still remembering you in our own way, Rico tells all of his new Marines about you. He tells them all the good things about you and the stupid stuff the two of you used to do either at our apartment or yours. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU OUR BROTHER, UNCLE AND FRIEND.
Cpl. David Bear Stewart, Hit, Iraq a few days before he was killed by an IED
sandra stewart
August 3, 2007
My beloved hero, my son, Today has been a day of sorrow mixed with precious memories. Today I post another picture of you to share with those who remember.
Love, Mama
July 21, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Stewart and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Marine deploying soon
Andrea Burkenstock
June 13, 2007
To everyone who has taken the time to leave your thoughts and prayers I thank you! To the Stewart Family that I have shared so many memories with over the years I thank you as well! And to Bear... we shared so much that I will NEVER forget. Your smile, your laugh, the sparkel in your eye, the love that you had for our country.... thank you Bear for sharing your life with me. You and your family will FOREVER remain in my heart and prayers.
FDNY
May 28, 2007
The country owe's a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid. You will never be forgotten.
Matt Kenny
May 4, 2007
I have a son in Boot Camp right now! Thanks you for your son's service to our country. From what little I read he seemed like a fine man and one hell of a Marine.
God Bless!
Donna DeStefano
March 13, 2007
God be with you and your family. Your Marine is shining in Heaven watching over his fellow Marines on duty. My son left yesterday for Iraq from North Carolina.
Lynn Lenker
February 17, 2007
Sandra you and Bear are always close to my heart. I know you are going through so much. But I will always be here for you.
Bear must have brought so much joy to your lives from all the stories I have heard about him.
But what a wonderful Hero he was.
The Marines must be very proud that he served with them.
I Thank You For Your Service To Our Country Bear.
May You Rest In Peace.
You Will Never Be Forgotten.
Proud Gold Star Mom of
Cpl Christopher W. Belchik
KIA IRAQ 8-22-04
Shannon Love
February 6, 2007
Bear we had great times growing up and getting wiser together through the years. We had so much fun floating down the river or camping out. You were a hero long before you went to war or even joined for that matter. You are loved and forever missed. You helped to liberate an opressed people and for that many are grateful.
Cpl Strickland
January 21, 2007
I'm not sure how I found my way here today and not on the many other days that I've since thought about CPL Stewart and his crew, but I'm glad that I made my way here today. I didnt know them well but I think of them often and am fortunate to have known Cpl Stewart, if only for a little while. I am thankful that we will always have the memories... We will always miss you Stew and we will always remember your sacrifices!
Donna Scholl
January 3, 2007
“Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
John 15:13
My heart breaks for you in the loss of your child. You have my deepest sympathies and you have my prayers. May you find comfort in your beautiful memories and may you find peace in your new normal without him. God bless you.
My family and I are thankful for your son’s Bravery, Courage, Determination and Service to fight for our country and for our freedom. Your son paid the ultimate sacrifice and we are truly indebt to him. We thank all in our armed forces for the sacrifices made for us. All gave some and some gave all. Your son will not be forgotten, I promise.
Semper Fi – I love my Marines and my Marine families.
Proud Parent of a USMC American Hero -
LCpl. Michael D. Scholl – KIA 11-14-06 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq
Thank you God for blessing us and sharing Michael with us - I know
Michael is in your loving care while we are temporarily away from him.
Jason Martinez
December 30, 2006
BEAR! May God Bless you and May you Rest in Peace My Friend! I will never forget Australia and you taking me out on my 20th Birthday! I WILL SEE YOU ONE DAY AGAIN SOON! GOD BLESS YOU!
Kim Murphy
November 10, 2006
I'd like to meet David in Heaven someday. I Hope he is laughing upon us on these days of rememberance. Having a beer, pulling a prank. You are never forgotten by your family and family of Marines- you are their brother- So on this day of the Marine Corps 231st. Birthday I raise YOUR flask and toast for you, with you, in honor of you, Happy Birthday and a peaceful Veterns Day for all Marines who are and to come. I love and miss you Stew-my toothless wonder- God Bless you and thank you for the ultimate sacrafice. You died for so many and will never be forgotten as long as so many people may live. May we all find peace for those who knew him... for his smile,and that grin of his... is in the stars everynight. I LOVE YOU, and MISS YOU....
Daniel Ivey
November 7, 2006
I am glad that I was able to get to know Stew. God bless you Stew and your family. God bless your Motivated Mother.
Garnet Jenkins
August 3, 2006
Paying tribute to Cpl. David S. Stewart, on the anniversary of, the day he made the Supreme Sacrifice for our country, with a Multitude of Thanks for his service.
Reading his profile, reminds me of my own youngest brother, also named David. KIA~Vietnam~1967.
Rest Well Young Hero, in the Mighty Hands of God and may God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Stewart family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them.
Those we love remain with us,
for love itself lives on...
And cherished memories never fade,
Because a loved one's gone....
Those we love can never be,
more than a thought apart....
For as long as there is memory,
They'll live on in the heart.
Pat perkins - Kard
July 14, 2006
In time, there will come a day when the tears of sorrow will softly flow into sighs of remembrance. Your heart will begin to heal itself.
Grieving will be interrupted by episodes of joy; and you will hear the whisper of hope.
There will come a day when you will welcome the pangs of remembrance as a sun shower of the soul; a turning of the tide; the promise of peace.
There will come a day when you will risk loving, go on believing,
and treasure the remembering.
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David was a very good and brave man. There are not enough words to express what he has meant to those he served with. You have much to be proud of. We pray that our Savior – in whose presence he now rests – will comfort you and ease the pain of this loss.
Your son was a US Marine and part of our family, his loss affects us all.
Please know that we have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
A Proud Mom of a US Marine
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 8, 2006
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 FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Nelson Stewart
June 19, 2006
To Davids family, I can not express to you how sorry about your loss I am. I served with David in South America and in Iraq. He was a great friend and Marine. I will always remember him as a guy who loved to laugh and as someone I would always want on my track.
Craig Capdepon
May 22, 2006
I heard about Cpl. David Stewart's death on NPR radio while driving to work. I cried when it was reported that the older men in the community had come together and dug the grave. May the freedom David sought to extend to the Iraqi people take root and grow! My son is a Marine.
Kim Murphy
April 25, 2006
Mama Bear,
I love you....we will feel the pain forever,we will laugh forever about him, and we will build a worthy future in his honor...he is never gone.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 27, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Stewart family in the loss of David. I did not know David, 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. David it is coming up on 7 months since you were taken. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Valerie Arnold
January 4, 2006
I have never had the honor of meeting David, but my heart breaks just as much today as it did August 03, 2005. My boyfriend LCpl Kevin Waruinge served and died with David. These two young men were courageous, dedicated Marines. They will forever remain true heroes and will always be missed. This country would not be the same if it were not for the sacrifice of David, Kevin, and all the other troops who fought for the USA. Stewart family and dear loved ones, my never-ending prayers are with you. May the life that David lived inspire you to keep pressing on and finish your race of life with glory and honor. Know that David is watching you, cheering you on in your race, waiting for the day that you meet him in Heaven. Stay strong, and THANK YOU for your great sacrifice.
In Christ Alone,
Valerie Arnold
Isaiah 41:10
Jayme Patton
December 18, 2005
Semper Fi, your a true hero. Yat yas my brother.
sandra stewart
December 17, 2005
Our Beloved Son Cpl David"Bear"Stewart, KIA 08-03-2005 by an IED near Haditha, Al Anbar Provence, Iraq
We miss you Son. Our hearts are broken. Love, Mama
Pat Perkins-Kard
December 8, 2005
Your son ia an angel looking out for his Marine family still in harms way. May God be with you and your family.
Proud mother of a Marine, currently serving in Iraq
Susan Sexton(Wightman)
September 6, 2005
From our Family to yours,
My name is Susan, Aunt of Lance Cpl. Brett Wightman. Both our Families have suffered a great loss, your's and the Wightman Family. I want to send my deepest sympathies and my prayers. I know these 14 Great Men are now Angels, and that their spirit will live on in all the lives that they have touched here and over their. God Bless you and your Son David for being a TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
Cpl. Ricardo, Crissy, Alex & Kyra Bengochea
August 24, 2005
Mr. & Mrs. Joey, Jason, Johanna & Andrea,
It is hard to believe that Bear is an angle looking down on us right now. He was a really great guy & loved to talk about all of you to anybody that would listen to him. Rico & I made it a point to take him shopping with us for food when we went. Rico & him were always at the apartment playing the x-box or on the computer after work. We will never foreget him for the rest of our lives, because he was loved by us like a brother & uncle to the babies.
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