Christopher B. Donaldson Obituary

Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Donaldson 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 Christopher B. Donaldson US Army Chief Warrant Officer 2. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Never Forgotten, rest easy. I remember thinking during Christmas 2005, "Will I have to salute Chris now?" when your mom was talking about you. My first salute to you was not the one I ever imagined it would be. I remember shortly after joining hoping we would be stationed together, so I would have family close. However, God had a different plan for you ... I hope you are at peace.

In memory of Christopher Donaldson.

To the family and friends of CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."

Chris,Its been 5 years ago today that we lost you.Everyone misses you dearly.You will never be forgotten.Remembering you always.

To the family and friends of CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson:
Please accept my remembrance of Christopher on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family and friends of CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson:
Remembering Christopher on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family of CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson:
Christopher 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

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Sincerely,
Kenna

Dear family of CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson,

We want to say thank you. We understand that no words can be adequate for your sorrow. We certainly do not want to intrude upon your privacy. As Americans we want you to know that we deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice your loved one has made for all of us. We also would like for you to be aware that with this letter comes our special concern and prayers for you. We are all safer because young men and women who love their country, and know the value of a free nation, are willing to put themselves in harms way, and lay down their lives to keep this nation free and safe for all of us.
Your sacrifice is also very great. We know that we can give little comfort; however, the knowledge that your loved one did not die in vain, but died in the service of our country, gives each of us a noble example of the value of life, and the responsibility of freedom. We hope this will bring pride and comfort to you.
We at Gethsemane Church believe that there is purpose to life. We send this letter with our deepest appreciation for the greatest of sacrifices, you and your loved one have given to this country. We know it is not enough, but please allow us to assure you that your loved one is not forgotten.


Very Sincerely

Frank G. Noyes
Frank G. Noyes (Pastor)


Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
(Jn. 15:13)

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Chief Warrant Officer 2 Donaldson!

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 Christopher, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

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

The Other Side

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Visit this link to hear the song.

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



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

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

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

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)

Chris,
I thought of you again today as I was watching a news b'cast about 2 choppers that went down.I want you to know that you are missed by all your family n friends.

Thank you for the sacrifice made by CWO2 Donaldson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

their is still not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and all the time we spent together. I try and tell T.J. and Trent all about the things we use to do, and all the trouble we could get into. One day they will know what a hero is, and that day they will also know all about "uncle Chris", and all that you died for. I miss you and love you buddy.

Travis

Its been a year since Chris has been gone and its still a lifetime since I was told...I still write stuff sometimes and its not that well written but when you lose friends what do you do....

The Memories Revisited

Original memories stand clear as day,

the first time we said hello or hey hey.

I sit on this bench thinking of the times,

drinking a glass or eating some good food.

Drifting around are old friends gone and some anew,

sometimes we take for granted how long forever can be.

Its always to late to say it will never be me,

we all do our own things to make it through,

for some its beer, women, liquor, and hardtap brew.

Others sulk at lifes anxieties thrown at them,

for me its this old bench in a nondescript park.

I come here often to see old friends,

an old man mumbling his amends.

I pray that fortune visits on me,

the perdition it has rewarded those in between.

Remembering and honoring one of America's bravest. I didn't know this young man, but wanted to pay my respects to him and his family.
Christopher, you are a true Patriot of America.
May you rest in peace, and know my flag flies in your honor.

In Remembrance of this Fine Young Soldier, CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson, who gave his life for our Country and for Freedom. A multitude of Thanks to Christopher and his family, for his Courage, Dedication and Service.

There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 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 you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have of Christopher, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers his Sacrifice.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

April 17, 2007
My deepest graditude and condolences.

Thank you

Dedicated to soldiers and their loved ones

Those who have laid in fox holes, carried guns,marched for hours,
For those who have had cold sleepless nights,endless days of discomfort,
For those who have endured the agony of war for my sake.
Thank you.
For those who have gently kissed a loved one goodbye,
and with a tear looked back for a last time,
For those who have found courage to carry the sword of liberty,
For those who have flown with the eagle,
For those who have landed on foreign soil,
to take freedom to other countries while keeping
freedom in ours,
Thank you.
For those who have lost limbs,lifes and loved ones,
For those who have lost friends,sisters ,brothers,mothers and fathers,
For those who have sacrificed and gave their all for freedom's sake.
Thank you.
For those who have found the courage to stand,
For those who have reached out a hand for their fallen comrade.
For those who give freedom to strangers ,and a hope for peace.
For those who sacrifice all they love, and pay the price for freedom.
Thank you."

[email protected]

Dedicated to the mother
Rose Path

Momma laid soft petals at my feet,
And whispered a prayer that mothers pray,
Soft as silk,
Covering her seeds like a warm quilt,
A rose paves my way.

On the cross a rose was laid,
With tears and blood the world was saved,
In that blood my heart was bathed,
There is a rose that will never wilt,
He covers His seeds with petals of silk.

Roses are a gift from God,
They line the road where angels trod,
They are in God's hand ,
He holds them close,
For He planted each seed,
That grew a rose,

Roses are a gift God has gave,
With the petals a road is paved,
On the cross a rose was laid,
And with a rose the world is saved.

The thorn of the rose made the crown,
The silken petals made the King a gown,
There is a beautiful flower I've found.
The seed of the rose was planted by God,
The rose lines the path that angels trod.

Momma laid soft petals at my feet,
And whispered a prayer that mothers pray,
Soft as silk,
Covering her seeds like a warm quilt,
A rose paves my way.

©Judy Arline Puckett

Where angels gather

There is a unmarked grave in babyland,
God rocks the cradle with His hand,
Angels gather there I know,
Taking home the little soul,

There is a marker in the soldier's grave,
It tells where a brave man lays,
Angels gather there I know,
Carrying home the brave soul,

Angels gather here I feel,
Wiping the tear when we lose loved ones dear,
When love is taken and the cold winter wind starts to blow,
Angels gather to carry the soul.

There is a garden in heaven above,
Where angels gather with those that we love,
Wherever the heart is,and our loved ones go,
Angels gather and carry their soul.

Somewhere beyond the gates


Someday I'll stand,
at the gates of heaven,
Where a rose path leads,
that I follow while I'm living,
A rose was given.
And now waits,
Somewhere in heaven.
beyond the gates.

There is a garden.
Where all can find pardon,
Where all can be forgiven.
Healing all heartaches.
Somewhere in heaven,
beyond the gates.

I am walking the path,
that angels have trod,
Until at last I see the face of God,

To be His servant while I am living,
To hold the rose,
that He has given.
I know that He patiently waits,
Somewhere beyond the gates.

I just came across the news of Chris's passing and it knocked me off my feet. I was friends with Chris back in Germany before he went to flight school and know him as a hard working, and very friendly guy. I later caught up with Chris when I was going through flight school myself...he had stopped in to talk with me a few times. I would like to send my deepest condolences on your loss and I will be keeping you all in my prayers. God bless you all.

Chris and I were stationed in Germany togeter, many years ago. We had some great times, he is the one who motivated me to apply to flight school. When I went to WOCS and flight school I spent time with him at Rucker, he was that guy that I always kept running into, i guess I always thought it would always be that way. He was a very special man who knew the value of hard work and hard play. I will miss him very much and I know that the world lost an angel. To his family: he always had the best stories about you guys, he loved you very much.

My deepest sympathy to your family.

To the family of Chris, I would like to show my appreciation of your wonderful son/brother. He has touched so many lives and is only doing more good up there as a soldier in God's Army. Although it may be hard to find closure, keep in mind all of the wonderful friends and family that are here to support you. Chris will always be in our hearts but never forgotton. We love him dearly!

I would just like to thank all of you for all of your support through this time. I am a Cousin of Chris and I held him as a role model and a hero. We are so very proud of him and to see how proud of him you guys are just makes it so overwhemling, but in a wonderful way. Your thoughts and prayers are held dearly by the families of all 10 soldiers and those passed before them.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Donaldson family in the loss of Christopher. I did not know Christopher, 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. Christopher 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~

Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. I never knew Chris, but I am the same age as he, and I joined the Army just a few weeks after he did. Chris' entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless! SSgt Jami Lynn Perusich, USAF member & Patriot Guard Rider.

My condolences to the family for their loss. I went to WOC school and flight school with Chris until we split off into our advanced airframes. I have many great memories of Chris. I had a kid on the way so I didn't make it to the 4th of July trip that they went on but I have lots of memories of him and Geoff coming into class and talking about their water baloon exploits. Chris was a great guy and will be sorely missed. CW2 Jesse Allen and I attended the funeral to pay our respects to Chris. Again, my deepest condolences to the family.

CW2 Randall L. Atkinson

Blackjack Troop 7/17 CAV

Although I did not know Chris personally I appreciate his courage and what he has done for our country. You have so many reasons to be proud. After reading all these entries I can tell you raised a terrific son. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

I would like to send my respects for you lost. Chris was an outstanding soldier and great man. I am honored to have both known him and served with him. May God ease your pain and remind you of the good times.

To the Donaldson Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Christopher is a true American Hero. He will always be remembered and honored. May God Bless you all and God Bless Christopher.

To the Donaldson family I wish to express my condolences. I couldn't make it to the services and wish I was writing for different circumstances. I went to school with Chris and remember him as a fierce competitor and likeable person always on the go. I am in the army and had heard that he came into the army but never was able to run into him. I only wish now I would have made more of an effort to track him down and say hello. I have lost a few friends since entering the military and wish to share something written long ago by myself. I was sitting on a mountain at NTC in California during a training rotation in 1999 when I found out that a good friend of mine had been killed and felt inspired to eulogize him forever in writing because that was all I could do at that point. No words can ever replace someone we lose but sometimes reading them can make us all remember them fondly and help with the hurt....



The Memories



I sit by myself on the bench,

trying to fathom life.

As I grow solemn I see them,

the friends who have gone away.

They smile at me, waving and laughing,

they have reached their eternal bliss.

As they see my sadness they grow still,

one pantomines the question, why?

I tell them I miss them, badly,

as a group they glide forward.

I nod my head in appreciation of their efforts,

I let the tears roll down my cheeks.

They bow their heads in silence, knowing how I feel,

for they to have lost friends near and dear to them.

One by one they fade, fade away, until there is only one,

he raises his hand in pride, showing me the greatest honor.

Slowly I rise to stand at attention, tears flowing freely,

I return his salute, knowing it wont be forgotten.

As he fades away I smile for I know the truth,

they will be with me forever, no matter what I may do.........

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I didn't know Chris personally but his courage will always be remembered in our communtity.

Thank you Chris for dedicating your life to your family, friends, country and to millions of others around the globe.



Your smile will always be forever in my heart. I'll never forget that summer day during our high school years when my friends and I came out to the ballfield to watch you guys play. As you went up to bat, we cheered and hollered your name. You looked over your shoulder and flashed us your beautiful smile. I don't remember who won that game, I don't remember who I was all with, but I have never forgotten that smile.



Rest In Peace Our Hero.

Lovingly,

Our deepest sympathy goes to your family. Chris was such a great friend to Geoff when they shared that house during flight school, that we made sure he met our daughter, Emily, too! Our visit was right after the memorable Fourth of July party Geoff described! They were still talking about the fun in August! Although I only met him that one time, he seemed to be a great young man and we should all be glad he was willing to represent our country.

He was one of the best.

Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Although we didn't know Chris, we have certainly heard lots about his accomplishments from your extended family (Steve & Dee Allen) over the years. Chris obviously had a unique quality and values system few can relate to unless you, too, are part of a military family. Please know that your extended military family of all ranks and bases mourn your loss and will forever remember Chris and his commrades as true heros of freedom. Strength and God's peace be with you. From a proud military wife,

Dear Orville & Thelma: How my heart aches for you as you walk this path of seeing your grandson promoted to heaven ahead of you. How I wish I could come for his funeral but because of this vertigo I have that isn't possible.



Know that my prayers are with you as I picture you at the church and going to the cemetery for his final resting place. That is such a beautiful, quiet cemetery, and one feels the presence of the Lord just being there.



God bless you, Love, Mary Ann Schwarm (Klepzig)

All our love and sympathy go out to Bill & Lynn, Jason & Ryan, today on Chris' 29th birthday. We too loved Chris as a part of our family. He spent many a night at our house in Effingham, and a few here in Seymour, In. He was my son's best friend and my youngest grandson's godfather, Trenton Christopher Traub. We know Chis will keep a close eye on him from Heaven.

I did not know Chris or his family but I work with one of his friends from high school here in Effingham. I also have 2 boys ages 25 and 19 and I can't imagine how I would feel if it was one of them. My sympathy and prayers are with the family. I know that you will find peace in the Lord. My condolences.

Chris will be remembered in all of the hearts that knew him. He was a friend to many and a hero to all. His bravery, honor and courage will always shine the brightest in his hometown of Effingham.



May your hearts be filled with the wonderful memories Chris provided over the years. The days will eventually get easier as long as you keep Chris' loving spirit in your lives.



Graciously Yours,

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I am also (as CW2 Mann), an old friend from Flight School and I must agree with him about the great memories that we have after a year in Alabama. My wife Danielle and I will always keep him and his family in our prayers. God bless you and give you strength to continue on trough this hard times.

To Chris's Family,

I was in WOC school and Flight School with Chris. It was a terrible shock when I heard the news. I had hoped that Chris and I would cross paths again. We had many, many good times while we were both at Fort Rucker. It brought back great memories to hear CW2 Geoff Mann talk about our 4th of July trip. It was one of many that were unforgettable. He will be missed by many. I am saddened that Chris and I will not cross paths again. I was looking forward to meeting up with him and catching up on everything that we have missed. I am sorry for your loss, he is a great man that loved to fly.

My condolences,

CW2 Ryan Robinson

1-134 AVN

I had the pleasure of getting to know Chris when he and my husband roomed together in flight school. Chris was an awesome individual and I have many fun memories of my visits to Fort Rucker because of him. Your family will stay in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Becky Mann

To Chris's family,
I was one of Chris's two roommates during his time in flight school and just wanted to let you know what a great friend he was.
Over the past week I've chosen to think about all the great times Chris, Dave, and I had during our year at Ft. Rucker, and all the funny things Chris did and said. When I offered him soy milk he'd reply, "Geoff, I don't drink milk squeezed from a bean." When he brought a toaster back after a trip home, he was constantly telling us just how much he enjoyed toast. I don't know anyone who liked toast so much. His impatience with the previews on DVD's always cracked me up. Chris was a talented water-balloon sling-shot shooter. Fortunately, our neighbors never caught on to us. We all had a great trip to the beach for the 4th of July in '04. We swam across a "navigable waterway," attended a huge floating party in 4 feet of water, safely drove some intoxicated guys' boat back for them, and jumped off a bridge, all in one afternoon. And I can assure you, Chris was right in the thick of things the whole time.
I can also think of dozens of instances where he picked us up from the airport, took care of closing out our lease, volunteered to drive the gang around, paid the bills, brought us food, etc. He was, by definition, a great friend.
While I am saddened to think that I won't be running into Chris by chance in person sometime in the future, I look forward to the memories I will encounter thanks to him. I am very grateful to have known Chris.
I regret that I am unable to attend his funeral, but please accept my sincere sympathy and heartfelt thanks for a great friend.
CW2 Geoff Mann
2-224 AVN/3rd Marine Air Wing
Al Asad, Iraq

Many prayers from Paris, Texas, are with you during this tragic time. We are so saddened by your loss. Chris must have been one VERY special fellow. With sympathy and love,

Chris and I used to see each other when we were children out at Lake Sara. Someone I love used to say, "If you have to go sometime, you might as well go doing something you love." From what I've learned about Chris, he loved to fly. Unfortunately, his time came sooner than any of us would have guessed. Although it won't bring him back, his contribution to freedom on this planet will never be forgotten.

Our condolences to the Christopher Donaldson family. Thank you Chris for giving the ultimate sacrifice, so we can continue to live in a free country. You are a true American Hero, and will be truly missed. We know you are soaring up in heaven.

Our prayers are with your family.

Your Cousins

Marilyn,Roger and Robin

My condolences to the Donaldson family. Christopher 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.

I am so sorry to here about the loss of your son. I personally new Chris from Flight School and I hope that through these hard times you find peace. I am currently serving in Iraq with the 101st Airborne Division. I promise to you that we will continue our efforts and always strive to stand for the great sacrifices that your son gave for the rights of freedom. He was truly a Great American Soldier and Hero. Your family will be in all of our prayers.

Loosing any family is always the hardest thing in life. We truly appreciate the fact that Chris was protecting our country. With deepest sympathy

Bill,Lynn,Jason & Ryan,

I am truely sorry for your loss.I didn't get to know Chris that well but what I did know of him I liked very much.We last spoke at Aunt Marys funeral and I was very impressed by him.He was a solid individual.A strong Man.He knew what he wanted and was going after it with all he had.He will be Deeply Missed.These words were spoken to me when I lost family members.I hope they help you as they did me.

>>No one ever dies as long as there is someone who remembers,It's when there is no one who remembers,that we are all together again.<<



Heartfelt Sympathy,

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our heartfelt sympathy is sent your way. To lose a child is the hardest thing to go through in your lifetime. May God bless your entire family.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved soldier, CWO2 Christopher B. Donaldson. I pray you find comfort in the Lord during your difficult days ahead

A Proud 172 Stryker Mom

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



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



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



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



“Perhaps they are not the stars

but rather openings in Heaven

where the love of our dear ones

pours through and shines down

upon us to let us know that

they are happy…..”



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



Cindy McLean

Coon Rapids MN

Proud Army Mom of Chris – Afghanistan, 10th Mountain

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



A MARINE MOM

To the Family of CW02 Christopher B. Donaldson:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort. When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

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

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(Millersville, PA )