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for Donald Furman
Charlie Gili
November 26, 2023
Hello,
We wanted you to know that we will be honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. We have recently sent Care Packages to our deployed troops in his name. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Donald D. Furman 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, our family, friends and many others who support our mission.
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
It has been a while since I have been on this website, but I just wanted to say Happy Veterans Day. Our daughter is amazing and doing great things. I know your are very proud of her, D and Shaquariusn They are such awesome adults now . You have two grand
Taneka Douglas
November 12, 2018
Your handsome grandchild jalen devon
Shaquarius Furman
November 16, 2016
donald furman
January 8, 2016
As you can see this past month was real hectic from me getting in trouble for something I really didn't do, I really lost a lot of faith afterwards because I wondered why me and that my whole life is basically ruined but I had to remember God wouldn't bring you to it if he couldn't bring you through it I just pray that everything goes well with me and that I can get back on track and finish the things that I started please be with me everyday,night,and minute honestly I need you and gma more than anything right now
Cassandra (Sexy-Gurl) Furman
October 29, 2014
Hi dad I know it's been a while since I wrote in here, but I am now 17 years old and still in JROTC. I am a Staff Sargent in JROTC, I'm hope that you are proud of me. There's not a day that I think about you and miss you like crazy. And Dee an quari are doing fine as well. I hope you continue to watch over me, dee, quari and mommy. I love you and Miss you. Your forever my hero.
ShaQuarius Furman
June 12, 2014
Daddy I did it ...! (: your baby girl did it and if it wasn't for you and grandma pushing me I would of gave up I love you daddy & continue to rest on
Moniqie
May 26, 2014
I remember when I first met you....your always in my heart
Cassandra Furman
November 6, 2013
Hey dad it's me your Sexy Gurl, it's been been 8 years since your passing. I am now a junior in high school and I will be graduating early in December 2014. I wish your were here you will be so proud of me, Big Bro, and Big Sis.
donald furman
October 10, 2013
Well one step closer to following your foot steps just hope n pray everything works out for me since I've really worked hard for this love u
Taneka Abreu
March 22, 2013
Hey Guardian Angel, Wow 7 years and 5 months have gone bye so quickly, and it still feels like yesterday when I had to hold our daughter and tell her, daddy was not coming home, and had gone on to be with Jesus. Donald my heart hurts so much at times all I can do is close the door to my room and scream as hard as I can into a pillow and pray for peace. Our daughter is so beautiful now and she is becoming such a remarkable young lady. I know you are very proud of her, Shaquarius and Donald Jr.. These children of ours are growing up to be beautiful, smart, wise, strong, loving, and awesome young adults. I remember when we just married, and pregnant in Hawaii, MAN OH MAN that was a learning but awesome experience I had with you the first 3 years of our marriage. Then VA for 2 years and Fort Riley for the rest. I love you my Angel and even though we divorced in 2004 and remarried we were good friends and awesome parents. You Donald taught me a lot in life I miss you. Till next time, RIP MY GUARDIAN ANGEL!
March 19, 2013
The 10th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq, brings to my mind soldiers like Sgt. Donald Furman. I will eternally be grateful to him for his service and sacrifice for our country.
Cydney at the age of 12
Cydney Boggs
November 9, 2012
Cydney Boggs
November 9, 2012
Dear Uncle D, Shaquarius grown so fast (I mean she is grown tall as a long flower) but she is skinny as a pea (she need to get some pounds) Donald is sucessful but a very Handsome person and 2 more years of college I love you and i miss you RIP<3
donald furman
September 7, 2012
Hey daddy just want to say i miss u so much I finally realize u r gone I really didnt understand when It first happened because I was young but things been rough n different since u left but i believe u N god will give me the strength to work hard n push through everyday wished u could of seen me graduate 2 more years from college n quari graduates this year u will be proud of both of us Ima be the big brother n comfort her like u would want me to I just pray u watch over us n protect us see u again someday love u daddy:)
Cydney Boggs
April 15, 2012
WE MISS U
shaquarius furman
December 13, 2011
hey daddy :) the furman family miss you and love you... it been some years since you left us but we all know you still here with us. but im learning how to drive know &nd im getting better and better.. but donald &nd grandma is doing alright too. but at some points of time me and dee wish that you never die... but like you told us everything has its own reason's but i just stop by to show you sume love
05.30.75 / 10.12.2005
Peggy Childers
October 12, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Donald D. Furman:
Please accept my remembrance of Donald on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
ShaQuarius Furman
October 12, 2011
Hey Daddy, It Been 6 Year's Since You Pass Away But I Know You Still Here With Us.. But Me, Donald ,&nd Cassardna &ndd The Furman Family Miss You And Love You
Love Your Baby Girl Shaquarius
it me ur baby girl
cassandra furman
September 22, 2011
Hi daddy it me cassandra now im a freshman now and i luv u verry much and i miss you.Donld is in collge and quari is still in high school.well g2g dad love u and miss u.
Beautifully and wonderfully made!
Michael Abreu
September 6, 2011
Your daughter is turning into a fine young lady, Donald. You should be very proud...we certainly are. Blessings!
Jeffrey Gabrielson
September 5, 2011
I still miss you my freind and thankful every day for the laughter you brought to the unit
Latrice Burton(sis. black)
January 16, 2011
My heart is with the entire family, I haven't seen you since church in Hawaii and remember you & Taneka had such a beautiful spirit..I can't believe that your gone...I know you're in Christ it's in that I find solace.
Michael R. Abreu
October 13, 2010
Cassandra spent the day before reminiscing of your memory, Donald. In turn, we observed a moment of silence in our home and prayed that God continues to cradle you in his arms.
5 years exact to the date and you're heavily missed. All love and regards to the Furman family.
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Donald D. Furman:
Remembering Donald 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
Little / Big Sis with her siblings
Michael R. Abreu
June 1, 2010
Look at your beautiful daughter! You should be very proud, Donald. Happy birhtday and may God continue to grant you peace up above.
To Donald & Shaquarius: your little (grown) sister misses you and hopes to see you soon--so that the three of you can group up--just like this here. :)
To the rest of the Furman family: we love you and still pray that God grants peace and comfort--replace the sorrow with joy.
Respectfully yours,
Taneka & Cassie, ur babygirl
Cassie Furman
June 1, 2010
Taneka Abreu
June 1, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! Cassandra sent off baloons with Michael Last night for your Birthday and Life, You should see how much she talks about you with so much heart and pride. She loves you so much and she is an awesome daughter. I believe it is the Furman brains what makes her so wise and smart. WE have a beautiful daughter. I beleive GOD HAS GREAT things for D and Shaquarius. I love them very much and Know your children has and will make you proud.
shaquarius furman
May 20, 2010
hey daddy its almost yurb-day s0 ii wnt 2 wish yuh a happy b-day ii will always love yuh nn yuh will always be rite there 4 me ily sweet heart..? shquarius furman waz here
Timothy McQuay
November 9, 2009
Donald, we were best friends for such a short time, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I miss you man.
SPC Michael R. Abreu, Sr.
July 6, 2009
Still a lot of luv here from JC, bro. Cassie's looking more like you and speaks of you w/ great pride and all.
I hope Dee & Quari are doin' well and stayin' positive in a negative world. My love and regards to the rest of the Furman family, on behalf of all the Abreu and Douglas members.
Sincerely,
daddy dis is me know
shaquarius furman`
June 28, 2009
hey ever body
Taneka Abreu
May 29, 2009
Happy Birthday Donald we miss you.
Loving you everyday daddy!
May 29, 2009
KERRA JENKINS(GREEN)
May 25, 2009
I MET DONALD BACK IN 1990, WHEN I WAS IN 8TH GRADE. HE WAS ACUALLY MY FIRST BOYFRIEND. WE ALWAYS GOT IN TROUBLE BECAUSE WE ALWAYS DID WE HAD TO TO BE TOGETHER. AFTER WE HAD BROKEN UP, WE STILL REMAINED THE BEST OF FRIENDS. WHENEVER HE WOULD COME HOME TO BURTON SC, HE WOULD CALL ME OR COME BY AND VISIT ME. I REMEMBER THE LAST TIME THAT HE CAME HOME, WAS IN JUNE OR JULY OF 2004, HE CAME BY MY MOM'S HOUSE AND WE TALKED FOR HOURS. HE TOLD ME THAT HE HAD MET A GOOD WOMAN AND THAT THEY WERE GONNA GET MARRIED. HE TOLD ME THAT HE WAS GOING TO BE DEPLOYED BACK TO IRAQ IN A COUPLE OF MONTHS. WE TALKED ABOUT SO MANY DIFFERENT THINGS AND I WAS SO HAPPY TO SEE HIM. HE TOLD ME THAT HE WAS FINALLY HAPPY AND THAT HE WAS READY TO SETTLE DOWN AND THAT HE WAS IN THE CHURCH. WE HUGGED BEFORE HE LEFT AND VOWED THAT WE WOULD SEE EACHOTHER AGAIN. THAT WAS THE LAST TIME I SAW HIM. DONALD WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET HIM. I MISS U DONALD!
Kenna Larra
May 25, 2009
”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 1,450 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
Taneka Abreu
April 23, 2009
Well What can I say Donald, Cassandra and I miss you very much. I miss your phone calls to see how Cassandra and I are doing. Time has gone by so fast. It feels just like yesterday, that you I were talking about how are daughter would be when she hit middle school and how Shaquarius and D would be in highschool. Damn, I lost a very good friend and the Kids lost an awesome dad, an father. If I could change back the hands of time alot of things would have been changed,and the kids and I would still have you in our lives. Gosh,What to do? Michael is doing good by your daughter he is making sure she is being raised the way you would have done it. He is a great step father to Cassandra and they talk about you on constant basis, to keep your sprit alive, and beaming bright through her. Shaqurius and D are doing good from what I have heard from your brother last time we talked. I missed them alot, hopefully time will heal their wounds and broken hearts over the loss of you, and what we went through all together. I Love Them very much. Well Donald much love and I will be seeing you through our kids eyes.
cydney boggs
April 18, 2009
dear uncle d i was there when u are by your side when u have tears we will wipe them that is how i feel and i think that u will all be very nice i will take care of sally and dee we miss u by heart .lov u
cydney boggs
April 17, 2009
dear uncle d. i thought u are the best so u are all ways in my dreams i lov u
SPC Michael R. Abreu
April 15, 2009
You're still painfully missed, Donald. Be at peace and Godspeed!
shaqauarius furman
April 7, 2009
hey miss Monique me n donald miss u
LAVAL BARKLEY
December 26, 2008
HEY D. I MISS U BROTHER. I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY. I WANT TO WISH YOUR A FAMILY A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR. THINGS ARE NOT THE SAME IN THE ARMY WITH OUT YOU. I LOVE YOU. GOD BLESS.
A picutre for you daddy to see how i am getting older.
Cassandra Furman
November 6, 2008
Hi Daddy, I miss you alot. I am a 6th grader now and mommy said you would be very proud of me and all that I am doing. I miss D and Quari so much too. I pray that i see you in my dreams every night and feel you give me hugs. Mommy and me went to your old company and saw the memorial that had done for you, it was awesome. I will love you forever daddy.
In Memory of Donald ~ (Debra Estep)
October 12, 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 Donald, 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
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Donald D. Furman:
Donald 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
Lynn Kennedy
September 28, 2008
To the family of Sgt. Furman. On this Gold Star Mothers day, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will never forget.
Lynn
SC Coordinator Home of the Brave Quilt Project
September 1, 2008
i cant say i had the honour of meeting Sgt. Furman but even so i respect him and what he did
Tonya Simmons (Ferguson)
June 18, 2008
Donald,
It seems like yesterday that you, Dolanda, and I were at Battery Creek in Band class. You were you a good drummer, and a good friend. We both shared our love for this country by joining the ranks of many men and women who have served this country well. As a friend, I will say that you will be greatly missed... As an fellow Army comrade, I will say keep the troops in line in that big Army in the sky. As an Army wife I will say that your works have not and will not go in vain. You are a TRUE American HERO and I thank you for your selfless service to our country. You have made the ultimate sacrafice so that others can sleep safe at night. So you sleep in peace now, and know that our comrades will continue to fight the fight.
May 10, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Furman!
May 10, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Furman and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you.
Freddie Furman
April 25, 2008
I finally got up enough courage to read the touching tributes that each of you have written concerning my nephew Sgt. Donald D. Furman. My family is touched by the constant outpouring of your graitude. We are very proud of him and his children are making his legacy a proud one. Yes, Donald is missed and we all loved him. Thanks to all of you for your support and for sharing in our loss. It has helped the healing process. "Donald thank you for your sacafice and for helping to make this country a safer one for us all" Love always Uncle Freddie Furman
Michael Johnson
November 4, 2007
My heart goes out to Sgt. Donald D. Furman. I don't know him but he will be miss.
Donald Furman J.R.
October 5, 2007
hi,daddy i love you, and me and shaquarius miss you a lot. Now since your gone were going to make you proud in school and anywhere else. Dont worry about grandma because she says im your twin and she says its like you never left because im here,love you and see you soon.
August 14, 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)
k p
July 6, 2007
i don't know you, but thank you so much for serving our country.. we love you!
Monique Davis
May 25, 2007
It too me a long time to come to your page...you took me in when I came to 24th Trans...You were my big brother! Even after these years have passed...I can't believe your gone...I am so sorry I did not get a chance to say good bye...so much has changed with me and I thought you would be here to see it. You told me you were coming back and you did'nt...I want to be mad but I can't... I know your in a much better place
I love you so much
you lil sister
Monique
Garnet Jenkins
October 12, 2006
Remembering Sgt. Donald D. Furman, on this first anniversary of the day he lost his life, while in the service of our country, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Donald rest in God's Loving Care and know that he will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and Comfort, continue to be with the Furman family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967.
"For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."
2 Corinthians 5:1
May the memories of Donald,
live in your heart always.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
SSGT ROYER.....USAF
June 2, 2006
Thank you SGT.!!! You were a true warrior and will NEVER be forgoten. You did not give your life in vane. God bless you and your kin, and may your family be surounded by love. GODSPEED SOLDIER!!!
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 31, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Pat Canfall
April 10, 2006
My condolences to the Furman family.
Donald 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.
nathan beck
March 30, 2006
i knew don for like 3 or 4 years he was a wonderful non commissioned officer he knew me and my daughter my wife and everything about me he always had a smile and always kept my motivation up he was always coming up to me and wanting to go to church and talking about his family and friends he was a big family person which like me is very important i was very crushed when i heard the news he was very close and i will never forget about don he was a great friend too me and many people god bless
Mitchell Hogan
March 22, 2006
Just would like say the Platoon misses you.
SSG Hogan
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 25, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Furman family in the loss of Donald. I did not know Donald, 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. 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 21, 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!!!!
Also, the Moving Tribute is was beautiful! Cherish those memories forever!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Bonnie Wade
December 14, 2005
God Bless and keep you, because he said he would.
Bonnie
Clyde Bowden & family
November 28, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Jackson
November 1, 2005
To the Family of Sgt. Donald D. Furman.
My sons and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you for your loss as well as ours. Donald was a loving and wonderful person and will be missed by all. He never meet any strangers and touched the lives of others where ever he went. Words can not ease nor fill the void that we have in our hearts regarding "D", but with the Love and the Grace of GOD, we will make it. You all will forever be in my heart and in my prayers.
Barbara A. Jackson & Sons
dana
October 27, 2005
I did not know your son, but I thank you for his ultimate sacrifice. My husband is stationed in baghdad as we speak and i can not imagine what you are going through. God bless!
alainna neal
October 27, 2005
my thoughts and prayers go out to the furman family. i knew sgt. furman i was stationed in iraq twice with him. although in different platoons he always made his way around to say whats up to everybody and was there when i lost spc henthorn. keep the memories in the front of your mind and the loved ones always in your heart you'll be missed sgt. furman
KENDALL GRIFFIN
October 23, 2005
WE KNOWN EACH OTHER SINCE CHILDHOOD AND YOU WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND YOU GROWN TO BE A BETTER MAN AND A OUTSTANDING SOLIDER. YOU PUT OTHERS FIRST AND I THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT MEMORIES. MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN HEAVEN WITH THE OTHER WONDERFUL ANGLES. LOVE YOU ALWAYS.
JASON LLOYD
October 23, 2005
I REMEMBER THE YEARS WE HAD GROWING UP AND WE STUCK THROUGH EVERY THING. I THANK YOU FOR YOU BEING MY COUSIN, MY FRIEND AND A WONDERFUL PERSON. YOU ARE CALLED HOME TO BE WITH YOUR FATHER. LOVE YOU COUSIN YOU WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH.
Sondra Millman
October 23, 2005
To the Family and Friends of Don::::
No matter how old or how young, one life lost, is one life too many. We are just getting our lives back in order after losing our beloved Granddaughter, A1C Elizabeth N. Jacobson, the First Female Security Forces Blue Beret, who lost her life in Iraq, 9-28-05. She is now guarding the gates in Heaven while waiting for Donald, and we want you to know that he will not be forgotten and hope that you will be as proud of him for serving as we were of Elizabeth. Without our children this Country would not be what it is today, whether from the first War for freedom until today's wars, we give our lives so Freedom can be obtained. I wish it was different, but unfortunately, it is going to be someone's loved one. May G-d bless our troops, and hopefully, someday Freedom and Peace will reign, so they all can be brought home safely.
No matter what type of accident or act of war, a loss of a child or friend is very traumatic, I know that it isn't much consolation, I hope that you know that there are others that feel your pain.
Elizabeth's motto was "We're only on Earth for a little while, so live life to the fullest and carry a smile."
prayers to you all...
Angie Hines
October 21, 2005
I met Donald through my job at Fort Riley. He always had a smile ready and a great personality. He was a good man and a great friend. I am sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
n.
October 20, 2005
Sorry to hear about your lost,I am in the military myself and grew up in South Caroling, currently stationed in San Diego and my husband is currently in Baghdag, I pray that God will give you his peace that surpasses all understanding.know he's in a better place.
Army wife
the strickland family
October 20, 2005
no words can describe your pain, and i am sorry for that, but be proud of this young man for he gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country and for each and everyone of us. so many times we take for granted that we are free and we forgett those who make this possible. thank you for your sacrifice and may god bless you and keep you always,
C.A. Shofner
October 20, 2005
We are so grateful for the sacrifice this young man made to allow us to maintain the great freedom we have in this country. Also for his willingness to reach well beyond our borders to help others in need. May the Lord greatly bless those he has left behind. Our sincere condolences are extended to his family and loved ones.
The Todds
October 20, 2005
May God Bless you and keep you in the days ahead. Our Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in the loss of your loved one. God Bless.
Teri Browne
October 20, 2005
My prayers are with you and your familiy.
STEPHANIE BENJAMIN
October 20, 2005
ON BEHALF OF MY ENTIRE FAMILY, WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR YOUR WORDS OF ENCOURGEMENT.WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS THE HEART FELT THANKS THAT WE FEEL. MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU AND AGAIN THANKS. OUR PRAYER ARE WITH ALL THE OTHER SOLDIERS OVER IN IRAG
STEPHANIE BENJAMIN (AUNT)
Becky Porter
October 20, 2005
God bless you and the precious memory of your husband, for the sacrifice he gave for all of us. You and your family are in our prayers. God will sustain you.
WAYNE & BELLE WILLIAMSON
October 20, 2005
MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS THE FAMILY OF OUR BELOVED FALLEN SOLDIER...WE ARE SO THANKFUL FOR HIS LOVE FOR OUR COUNTRY..WE KNOW HE IS WITH THE LORD AT THIS VERY HOUR..GOD BLESS AND KEEP THE SPIRITS LIFTED.
Melissa
October 16, 2005
Rest in Peace SGT Furman
Virginia Williams
October 16, 2005
May God bless you in a very special way, as He took a very special person from this world to be with Him. I thank God every day for men like your son who are willing to fight for our freedom and the freedom of oppressed nations. I know Donald has made a difference in every life he has touched. God bless everyone in his family
Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they
protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they
perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus,
our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Jamie Graves
October 15, 2005
God Bless, you will be sadly missed ( Jamie,Navy wife)
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