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for Andre Craig
Julian Russell
May 26, 2025
Hey bro,
It´s that time of year again...Receiving text messages "Happy Memorial Day" and having to break spirits when I tell them that this is a day we´ve come to tolerate rather than celebrate. The memory of your loss never gets better over time, it still stings and makes my heart skip a beat when I think of it. Going on 18 years since you been with God, and although we never wanted you to go, we know you are in the best place, highest kingdom, with forever love and happiness. Thank you for being our guardian angel. We miss you and Love you. Until we meet again , we love you bro.
Matthew Craig
June 18, 2023
Hey big bro! Happy Birthday and Happy Father’s Day! I miss you so much and I love you! Thank you for being a friend a big brother also a father figure! This is your baby brother Matt! Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you! It’s still hard! I have so much to say and tell you! Most of all I wish I can hear your voice and see you! You’re my hero!! I love you so much big bro and I miss you so much! I dream that you gonna come home and we chill! Sleep in peace big bro! You will never be forgotten! Love always Matthew Craig
Jaime Coronado
May 19, 2017
I don't talk much about this day. I served from 2004-2016. I got to see Andre the day he past away. We both were really good friends and actually met while in Iraq. Till this day I remember our last conversation. He was super excited about going home to his new born child. I still miss Andre till this day. Such a great friend, fellow Warfighter and like a brother. Until ValHalla Dre
Christopher Watson
November 13, 2015
We didn't get a chance to meet up on the deployment but we enjoyed and made the best out of basic training. Where we became battle buddies and best of friends. I remember getting to meet your family,who made me feel very welcome. Your mother and wife also your brother. I think it was Atlanta,GA were we spent a day together and had a ball. Brother you will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 25, 2013
To the family and friends of Pfc. Andre Craig:
Always remembering Andre. "Some gave all."
Charlie Gili
May 9, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Craig Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. 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
Heaven Gallop
November 5, 2012
Hi Andre,
It's hard to believe that 5 years have come and gone. Though we never had the pleasure of meeting under better circumstances than a trauma table in Bahgdad, you have made a huge impact on my life. You were the only patient I remembered a name out of 368 patients. What a long year that was. It took me until recent before I found myself again,and your death still weighs heavy on my heart. I pray that your family is doing well and you continue to watch over them. I will be out of the Army soon and am looking forward to a new chapter in my life. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. God bless.
A New Englander
November 4, 2012
In memory of Andre Craig. Forever remembered.
Peggy Childers
June 25, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Andre Craig:
Please accept my remembrance of Andre on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
June 26, 2010
Hey Scruff it's me again somedays i go and ride by your street and still look at your old house to see if your there. So many things are happening this world is getting crazier by the minute. I really misss having someone to talk to in some ways you were like me just very mild tempered there's a song that i listen to that really reminds me of you Called No letting go that was a great memory you will forever be in my heart. Love u
Peggy Childers
June 25, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Andre Craig:
Remembering Andre 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
Maria Carey
May 24, 2010
Lord continue to have mercy upon this family. For each one that returned alive so many more did not. Our family was fortunate and our son returned to us yet I look at this beautiful young man's face and a lump is in my throat. God please grant peace amid the grief still felt. Blessings to you all in Jesus name. Amen.
Debbi
May 22, 2010
Andre, I remember when you sister first contacted me. She was filled with grief and looking for support. Since that time I've kept in touch and let her know she'll never be alone nor will your memory die. Because of your death and the death of my son our families have been brought together to give support to each other. May you rest in peace and may God give your family strength and comfort each day. Hugs to you
In memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
shaniece Dawkins
March 16, 2010
Hey Scruff iyt has been a long time since i have been up here.... (Pause) well it has been a great year so far but i am missing ur company and having someone to talk because i am really going through alot right now and have no one to talk to and pour my heart out. Looking at your picture hurts because u are such a great person and i still cant believe u are gone. U will forever and always be in my prayers. Love u and miss XOXO
Adam Rigsbee
March 12, 2010
Hey dre its ya lil bro i miss u so much a peice of my soul died with you. there are no words that can explain what u meant to me just know i love u and ya neice does to u will always be in our hearts and memories.
Heaven Gallop
December 4, 2009
Hi there PFC ANDRE CRAIG. It's been a while since I've been on here and it seems that I only go on this site during the anniversary of your death. I know the holidays are harder for your family and I hope that God continues to be with them as he always has. I know you will continue to be with them as well. God bless you and your family everyday.
November 29, 2009
Hey dre, just letting you know that we love u and miss u
July 2, 2009
To the family of PFC. Andre Craig:
God bless you. Although it is still going to be difficult because you will always miss this precious young man, just know that "others" remember the sacrifice. The ultimate sacrifice made by him. He may be gone but he is not and will not be forgotten. My son is an Iraq vet, fortunate to have returned home to his family. This is something I never take for granted. I am happy he is here with us back where he belongs but my heart still aches every time I read or hear that another earthly angel has fallen. I see your son's beautiful face and he is being remembered today. As one of the previous writers stated so appropriately: "Some gave all."
Maria Carey
Peggy Childers
July 1, 2009
To the family of Pfc. Andre Craig:
Andre 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
Michael Iezzi
June 25, 2009
Andre,
Thinking and praying for you on your 2nd Heavenly Anniversary. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
Heaven
January 5, 2009
Hi there Andre,
I get lost for words when I visit your page and most of the time I just find myself reading what others have written. You havn't left my thoughts since the day you came through and you will forever stay with me and my prayers always to your family. I tear up even now remembering ...gosh even after the time has passed. God Bless you hun.
Debra Russell
January 3, 2009
Hi. Dre
I know it has been a long time since I have written here. It seems that I'm running away from the fact that you're gone. Were coming up on your daughter's 2nd birthday Oh god it feels like my breathe was taken away. Remember when we would sit and watch things about fallen soilders and our hearts would go out to there families. Looks like now were on the other side with my heart saying please pray for my strength :( Forever and always in my heart. I love you little bro.
Kenna Larra
January 1, 2009
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families at this time. War does not discriminate – It breaks my heart to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you.
Please contact us! Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna
Valencia Cook
December 30, 2008
Well Bro,
It's been a min. a lot has gone on this year. I just hoping that this New Year be better. I miss you so much think about you all the time. I wish you were here to help me with Jermaine like you did with the other two. It crazy that he does a lot of things you would do. Taylor is getting big. She will be 2 soon. She growing up to be such a pretty little girl. We miss you and think about you all the time.....I Love You So Much....Big Sis
Julian Russell
September 26, 2008
Hey Dre,
Know it's been a little while, just wanted to let you know that we have not forgotton you at all. Life is crazy but we have a feeling that you are watching over us and God is giving us his blessings. ONE
June 30, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Craig!
julian Russell
June 25, 2008
Hey Dre,
I know that this is a difficut time for everybody because this was the day that became one of the worst days in my life. I know it has been a year now but our wounds are still opened and our hearts have not healed. We will never forget you and we will always love you. Your in great hands now and away from any hurt, harm or danger. WE MISS YOU SO MUCH.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
June 25, 2008
Andre,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.
In Memory of Andre ~ (Debra Estep)
June 25, 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 Andre, 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 –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Rest In Peace
Michael iezzi
February 21, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Andre 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 Andre in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Debbie Russell
February 20, 2008
Scrof,
So it happened on Saturday they name mommies corner after you. I'm sure you know that already but I just wanted to tell you. Also John went back to college like you asked him and Mike is doing alot better. I so worried that when Matt comes home that he will be so numb that he won't care anymore he won't you or me to catch him when he falls. Because to be honest with you I can't even catch myself right now so I hope he stands up and do what he has to do. I love you and I know that you see how I am dealing with your loss and know that it's not okay to worry myself this much but I can't help it. I love you to much to just let go you will never be forgotten ever in my life and your niece Tatyanna will know you I promise you that.
Love, Deb
Debra Russell
January 16, 2008
Hi again it's me your sis I'm sure you know this already but your baby girl turned 1 1/10/08. She is so beautiful it's so funny how when ever we pull on that road to get to your grave site she starts yelling Da Da Da really loud. It's then we are so sure that your there with us I have been noticing every time we go there a butterfly just appears and just flies around Taylor (daughter) i'm so sure it's you in fact I know it's you. It makes me so sad when my daughter Tatyanna ask's about you because i'm so afraid to speak the words out of my mouth to say your dead almost makes me have a panic attack. Please guide me Dre help me with this. I'm lost and don't know what to do I love you
Debra Russell
January 8, 2008
Hey,
I know you know what Saturday and Monday was Moochie and my birthday you never missed one. You would always call and pick on us getting old. LOL!!! I can hear you in heaven now going hey old lady how old are you anyway oh yeah older than dirt. Ha hahahaha that was your line. I just wanted to let you know that I got it on time. But this birthday is one we don't want to remember I know your looking at us going cheer up i'm in god's army now and there are alot of lives that needs help. I know that you are happy but I can't help to think that your crying you know when any of you cried I cried i'm trying to be strong but I often feel like i'm losing it and now I think I need to see a counselor for real before I explode. I love you little brother always and forever I do.
Sis Deb
Julian Russell
January 1, 2008
Hey Dre,
Its now the New Year and it's just not the same without you being apart of this. The family feels your absence and even though were living life there will always be a part of our hearts missing. I promise to treat your sister and niece the best that i can. I promise to not judge people and to just support everyone no matter what there decisions are because since you left this earth i look at life alot diffrently. Alot of the material things that used to matter to me just dont anymore. I wish that we could of hung out a little bit more when you was home for the last time.I feel that sometimes your around us. I dont want to turn this into a sad letter, i just wish there was some way you could tell us that your alright and your in a better place. We love you, till we see you again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
shaniece dawkins
December 27, 2007
hey scruff i've been thinking about youj a lot lately and i just miss everything about you. i still think this is some kind of bad dream. I seen your brother john yesterday and he seems ok but i can tell he still hurt. I wish things were different and that you were still here. i miss you so much! The memories is all that i have left and none of them were bad memories. all the time we spent together will be miss because there is not another you. YOU are always on my mind constantly. I wish you could see how much i have grown up. well i love you and miss you very much.
Debra Russell
December 26, 2007
Hi miss you so much it's the Holiday's and i'm sure you know how hard it has been. We went to your grave and they finally out your tomb stone on your grave after us having to pull some strings. It looks good though it's hard with us having to go there just to talk to you. I remember you were only a phone call away now I'm calling you in my mind asking what you think about me doing this or doing that telling you about Tatyanna and how much she has grown up. I guess i'm trying to look for you here but all the time you are right here with me in spirit. Scrof please help me sometimes I see myself losing it but i'm trying to hold on for our family.. There just one thing tell me how I can do this without you.
julian Russell
November 21, 2007
WE ,LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU BRO
Julian Russell
October 3, 2007
Hey Dre,
I wanted to say hi, i know that you are always around us and i just want to let you know that you are always on our minds. The family is holding up ok, and little jermaine and little mike are two big boys. Taylor is such a beautiful baby and it seems that she is going to have your humor.Tatyanna is getting big and grown and carlos and sanaya have a personality of their own and are two great kids. We all miss you. Moochie is doing good and deb is just as beautiful as ever and i am proud of her. John is still being funny john and mike is still being mike. Me and Deb will be going to see mat this weekend. Mommy is doing alot better but we still worry about her. We see the change in her and their is actually a change in everybody. We dont let little stuff get to us anymore, we know that life is to short. Black is doing well and he is getting his mind set ready for his next obstacle. Arifah is doing well and she is keeping close with the family. I am also proud of adam, he is growing up and doing the right thing. Ok well let me go before i get in trouble with my boss, WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU. ONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gary
September 14, 2007
A true American hero.God bless Andre and his family.
We Love You
julian Russell
September 8, 2007
Hey Dre,
We are missing you everyday, i just feel that this is the only way i can talk to you. We had fun in disney but we know that two very important people were missing. We know that you was with us all but it is not the same because we cant see you or hear your voice. I am praying for your brother because i worry about him just like you did when you were home. The last thing we need is for something else to happen. We Love you lil brother. Until we meet again, one.......
Valencia Cook
September 6, 2007
Hello Bro,
I miss you so much. I really wish you was here with me. I just wanted you to know we went to Disney World like you wanted us to. We had fun but always thinking of you. I know you see us and love us the way we love you. The kids are fine, they miss you a lot. I hope you can guide us the right way to go. I love you Bro....Big Sis
Debra Russell
August 27, 2007
Hey Scrof,
We are leaving for the disney trip as planned. We all felt that this would be a well needed get away from everything. You being the person you are we know you wouldn't have wanted it no other way. You know this is the first time that we can get mommy to fly. I guess we have no worries because you only live once and you never know when your time is near so why not just do it. Although many of us are afraid to fly we will feel much better knowing your our angel flying beside us. It hurts so much with my daughter (Tatyanna) asking where you are and if you're with god. I reply yes and she says i hope god takes him to wal-mart because he loves it there. LOL!
I love you and miss you so much I would give my all to have you here again.
Joyce Craig (Mother)
August 22, 2007
DEAR MY BELOVED SON I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU WHEN I LOSED YOU A PART OF ME WAS LOSED TO I CRY AT NIGHT WISHING THAT I COULD HAVE YOU BACK WITH ME I KEEP TELLING MYSELF THAT YOU ARE HERE WITH ME IN MY HEART AND SPIRIT I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD LOSE A CHILD I LOVE ALL OF MY CHILDREN SO MUCH EVEN JULLIAN WHO TO ME IS MY CHILD THIS LOSE IS HARD ON ME IKNOW YOU WROTE ME AND SAID THAT I AM A STRONG WOMAN AND THAT KEEPS YOU STRONG AND HOW ITOLD YOU TO NEVER GIVE UP. THESE ARE THE WORDS IKEEP HEARING THAT IS KEEPING ME I CAN,t GIVE UP OH HOW I MISS YOU SO MUCH SON IWILL NEVER HERE YOUR VOICE AGAIN OR SHE YOUR FACE ON THIS EARTH AGAIN THAT HURTS I KNOW I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN I HAVE TO KEEP REMINDING MYSELF THAT YOU ARE WITH MY FATHER IN HEAVEN TO EVERYONE THINK YOU FOR THE LOVE AND KIND WORDS AND PRAYER THAT YOU ARE PRAYING FOR ME AND MY FAMILY BECAUSE IT GOD THAT IS REALLY KEEPING US SOMETIMES WE WILL NEVER KNOW WHY THING HAPPENS TO US OR OUR LOVE ONES ONLY GOD HAS THE ANSWER I ALWAYS ASK GOD WHY DRE WAS A GOOD CHILD WHO WANTED TO FORFILL HIS DREAM AND LET PEOPLE KNOW THAT BECAUSE YOU LIVE IN THE HOOD THAT YOU CAN BE SOMEBODY OTHER THAN A DRUG DEALER OR ACOHOLIC YOU CAN MAKE SOMETHING OUT OF YOURSELF NO MATTER WHAT HE WENT THROUGH HE WAS DETERMINED TO FORFILL HIS DREAM AND HE WOULD HELP KIDS WITH THIER HOMEWORK HE WAS ALWAYS THEIR FOR PEOPLE NOT ONLY IS HE YOUR HERO HE IS MY HERO TO THEIR ARE A LOT OF THINGS I LEARNED FROM HIM GOOD THING NOT ONLY FROM HIM BUT FROM ALL OF MY CHILDREN I WANT TO SAY TO ALL THE MOTHER WHO LOSE THEIR LOVE ONES IN THIS WAR BE PROUD OF ALL OF YOUR CHILDREN ALWAYS BE THEIR FOR THEM ITS OUR JOB GOD DIDN,T GIVE THEM TO US FOR NO REASON WE ALL TO PROVOKE THEM TO DO GOOD WORK I NEVER GAVE UP ON DRE OR ANY OF MY CHILDREN NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF LIFE THEIR LIVING ALWAYS LET THEM NO THAT THEY ARE SOMEBODY SPECIAL AND IMPORTANT . DRE I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU. I WILL ALSO BE PRAYING FOR ALL OF THE MOTHER AS WELL WHO HAVE LOST THEIR LOVE ONES STAY STRONG AND WHEN IN THOSE NIGHT OF CRYING CRY OUT TO GOD FOR HEALING LIKE I AM AND GOD WILL COMFORT YOU GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND THINK YOU SO MUCH FOR SIGNING THIS BOOK OH DADS PLEASE FORGIVE ME THIS WORDS I HAVE SPOKEN TO THE MOTHERS OF LOST SOLDIER I SPEAK TO YOU TO. I LOVE YOU ALL AND I WILL PRAY FOR YOURS AND MY STRENGHT IN THE LORD. IF YOU WANT TO WRITE ME MY EMAIL IS HERE.
August 18, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Craig and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Julian Russell
August 18, 2007
hey man, its me again. I know that u been gone for a little bit now, but it still feels like it hasn't sunken in yet. Mommy,deb,moochie,mike and john are hanging in there the best way they can without your presence around but i can still see the hurt in their eyes and that hurts me. We just miss u and love u dre. I am very proud of john. He has really stepped up to be a better person and a more mature man. He is taking care of taylor and is pursuing his dream of going to college. Black is doing good and your nephew carlos was hurt alot and it took him a little while to come around. We all are trying to heal up but we know that we will never be fully healed until we see you again. Top flight dre, ONE LOVE
Bliven Family
August 17, 2007
Dear Craig Family,
I realize there is NOTHING that could be said to you that could ever ease the loss that your family has endured... I wouldn't even begin to try.
I simply felt the need to convey my deepest, heart felt condolences, to those that lived nearest me...
I SIMPLY HAD TO reach out to those that lived closest to me and let their families know that the sacrifice that their SONS & DAUGHTERS have made ARE NOT, and WILL NOT be forgotten, and were not made in vain!
We gladly add your beloved son to our prayers, along with ALL of our other fallen Sons & Daughters!
God Bless YOU and YOUR FAMILY, and "MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU!"
PROUD UNCLE OF THREE (3) "CURRENTLY SERVING" U.S. SOLDIERS
James A. (U.S. Army)
Justin B. (U.S. Army)
Charles C. (U.S. Air Force)
.
Valencia Cook
August 17, 2007
Dear Bro,
I Miss you so much. I wish you could be here to see lil Jermaine. I know your see him in heaven. I just wanted to you to know I'm very proud of you. You really made a statement this time. I know you would have wanted it this way. Taylor will be ok. John is doing what you asked of him, with your daugther. I did what you asked of me. I love you and you will never be forgotten.....Always Big Sis
Patsy Jo Reed Sircy
August 15, 2007
Suncere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.
shaniece dawkins
August 9, 2007
hey it's me again i needed to write u once more to let people know what kind of man you were. you were someone who didnt think twice about going out your way for anyone. you always welcomed people with open arms. Your mother has rasied you very well as a respectful, well-mannered, big-hearted young man and im saddened because the rest of the world doesn't know what kind of person you are personally. i hope your daughter has the same kind of personality as you did so i know there's still apart of you living here. i want to tell you thank you for always caring about me and my schooling. you always made sure i was doing what i was suppose too and made sure i stayed on track. there's so much to say and so little time. u will always be in my heart.
shaniece dawkins
August 9, 2007
hey sruff, i really dont know what to say but i miss u so much. all i heard when i came to work was about someone being killed in the army and i hadn't seen the news yet but when i found out it was u i cried. i hurt because i didn't get a chance to see you when you came back for your visits. all i have left is nothing but memories. the first time i met u was over the summer and i use to go visit you at the record store and when you me and adam and my sister would all hang out. nobody has a bigger heart then you. You truly are one and a Million. I love and always will. You could never be replaced. My prayers go out for you and ur family. love always shaniece
Debra Russell
August 9, 2007
Hi Scrof,
I was thinking about when you were home and we all went out to Olive Garden for mother's day and you chair wa so far inthe corner you said come on guys help me move this table. All 8 of us got up and counted to 3 and said lift and it didn't move you said come on put a little more muscle into it and we did it again. Pulling really hard and it still didn't move then waiter's were laughing so hard at us because the table was mounted to the floor. They said that we could have been on restaraunt bloopers. That was a site to see.
I would give anything to have you back again to say to me. I know Deb when I always asked you to be safe and focus i know I was like a broken record I always worried. Rememeber when i use to say my worse fears is that one of my brother's would be killed and that i wouldn't make it throught you told me not to worry that everyone is ok. My worse nightmare came true
I love and miss you
Julian Russell
August 8, 2007
Hey Dre,
It's me again. i just wanted to let you know that you have gave me and your sister the blessing of having a wedding.We know that you will not be there in physical form but we know that you will be there. We know that you are looking down at us in spirit form. We miss you alot. I know that we are not the only family that went through this but we feel like a piece of our heart is missing. We still can't believe that your gone. If only the world knew you they would mourn the same way. Words can't explain how much you meant to your family. You meant alot to me and I have not known you for all your life so i can't imagine how your blood siblings feel. I just want you to know that i am going to try to be a better man, husband and father because of you. WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU.
PFC Gallop "medic"
August 8, 2007
PFC Craig,
I never knew you personally. I know that you are with God now and looking down on those who love and miss you.This war has been hard on so many and the loss is great. You will always remain in my thoughts and your family in my prayers. May blessing rain down on you all, in this difficult time.
Ashley Hart
July 27, 2007
May God Bless you and your family. I know that we really didnt know each other, but us coming from the same home town and both being the military it hurts to see that you are no longer here with us. I am proud of you and what you have done and I will never forget it or you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Althea Barrett
July 24, 2007
May God bless your and yours. Sorry for your great loss. I wish to express my deepest sympathies to you and yours. Please know that there are people out here who do care and your HERO will never be forgotte. Hold tight to yur memories. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY.
Maureen Hamel
July 24, 2007
To the family & friends of Andre Craig,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you at this time. Andre did his duty to our country and now we will do ours to him by never forgetting his and your sacrifices. Our son served with Andre and the bravery of these young men is unparallel to anything else. We continue to pray for Andre,you, his platoon, and all our country's military and their families.
May your hearts find peace again.
Sincerely,
Maureen & Bob Hamel and family
julian Russell
July 22, 2007
Hey Bro, its me again. Just wanted to let you know that all of us feel your presence. We know that your watching over us. The way that you was taken from us was not right but we knew that heaven was in need of a hero. You are definitley that person that will be missed for a long time and for some people for the rest of their lives. I remember you was the first one to see my daughter walk, we was so excited and you gave her the name snooty booty. I am one of the people that will miss you until we meet again. I promise to do my best to take care of your sister and your niece. We all Love you and miss you terribly. Until we meet again, your brother Jue.
Julian Russell
July 17, 2007
Hey bro, this is julian i just want to let you know that your family misses you and that you will always be remembered and never forgotton. See you later!!!!
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 13, 2007
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
connie singleton
July 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 10, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Craig family in the loss of Andre. I did not know Andre, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Andre you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
tricia luttrull
July 9, 2007
Thank You Pfc. Andre Craig. You gave your all for my freedom. God Bless Your Family.
Gary Allain
July 5, 2007
Pfc. Andre Craig
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Paul Jubinville
July 4, 2007
To the Craig family. I am a team leader in Craig's platoon and myself as well of the rest of the platoon would like to offer our deepest condolences. Everyone of us have our own fond memories of our lost brother but we agree on one thing, Dre was the glue that held the platoon together, nothing we did no matter how mundane it seemed to be he was the one that always kept us in high spirits with his positve attitude and way of making even the most tiresome task seem funny. I knew him ever since he first signed in to our platoon and I can honestly say that I never once saw him let anything break his spirit. He was our little brother and he will be greatly missed. I think that I speak for all of us when I say that we still feel him fighting at our side and watching over us from a better place. Our deepest condolences.
1LT Josh Hunsucker
July 1, 2007
I am a platoon leader in Andre's company. Andre will be missed terribly by the soldiers of Bravo Company. He was a great soldier who always kept everybody loose with his humor and always maintained an up beat attitude. We all miss him and are praying for him and his family.
Jason Smith
June 30, 2007
Dear Craig family. I was Andre's Platoon Sergeant Prior to our deployment to Iraq. I am feeling Dre's loss. I miss him terribly. He was a great man who did his duty without complaining. He set an example for all of us in this company. The last thing Dre said to me was TOP FLIGHT SARGE I GOT THIS. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of all of us are with you and Dre. HE IS OUR HERO AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!
Stephen Johnson
June 30, 2007
To Andre Craig’s Family
I would like to send you my deepest condolences in the loss of Andre. There are no words that can express the pain and sorrow you must feel. But, know in your heart that Andre is a HERO. Not only once, but three times a HERO.
The first time Andre became a HERO was when he took that giant step and joined the Army. Not only did he join, but he joined during wartime, knowing full well that he would be going into combat. Very few people in this world have the courage to step up to the plate and do what Andre did. As a citizen of the great United States I, along with many others, appreciate the sacrifice and commitment Andre made to protect and safeguard our way of life. This alone showed that Andre was a cut above the rest, and a true HERO.
Second, Andre signed up to be an infantryman. Not any infantryman, but a member of the light infantry. As we all know, there are many different jobs in the Army. Many of these jobs are less dangerous than others, and soldiers are exposed to far less risk and danger depending on the job they choose. Those who choose to join the infantry are truly among the heroic few. This is even more true for those brave young men who volunteer to go into harms way as light infantrymen. These are the soldiers who commit their very being to stopping tyranny at its door. They not only volunteer, but they willingly take on the toughest and hardest job there is. Andre did this for us, making the ultimate sacrifice for us, the citizens of the United States. He did the job most of us are afraid to even think about. Andre is twice the HERO of any soldier.
Lastly, Andre will forever be a HERO to me, my family and my son. You see, Andre and my son, Pfc. Christopher Johnson were in the same unit together, B/2/16. They were in different platoons, but Chris knew Andre and was his friend. I talked with Chris briefly and he is very saddened by the loss of Andre. They manned the same fighting positions, patrolled the same roads, performed the same duties, and worked together as members of a team. They shared their sweat, blood and tears for each other, as well as for the other members of their company. Andre gave his life protecting my son, and for that I am deeply grateful. Andre’s selfless service, dedication and sacrifice will forever be remembered.
To Andre: Rest in peace my friend. Know that your sacrifice did make a difference. You helped protect my son Know that I am forever in your debt. You are three times a HERO.
Stephen Johnson (Blaine, MN)
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June 29, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous 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, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and 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 as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
June 29, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Craig family in the loss of Andre. I did not know Andre, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Andre you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I live close to ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY and I visit there frequently. I promise each time I am at ANC I will visit/honor Andre.
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~
Ronn Massie
June 29, 2007
God bless the family and friends of Andre.
You will all be in our prayers.
Thank you Andre for being such a brave hero.
(In remembrance of Cpl. Joey Cantrell 4-4-07)
Maria Carey
June 29, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. I wish had the perfect words at such a sad time as this but like a lot of others I do not. There is someone's child who won't come home tonight and that makes me think there but for the grace of God is me. My son, now 25 returned home from the war and seems all right. However there is something in his eyes that I can't cipher, and probably that is best for now and how it should be. The young man we raised is back home but he has changed because of his experiences. So we focus on and affirm the positives we can cipher. He goes to school full time and works and has a little boy on the way. Praise God. But then I read another posting of a life gone forever because of this war and I think to myself how can I just imagined that everything is okay because my son is home? I can't. I can't imagine that until all our boys, girls, fathers, sons, husbands, wives, sisters and brothers are home for good. Please dear God in heaven, grant us mercy and peace and let the troops return home for good. God bless you and just know your child did not die in vain. His memory is alive and fresh in the minds of his family and many others today including me, a mother that is grateful her child is home but grieves for your loss.
Dennis (USMC - Vietnam) & Pam Robertson
June 28, 2007
We are saddened at the loss of this brave young soldier, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06 Anbar Province
Larissa Moore
June 28, 2007
I didn't know you, but I want to say thanks, you have a lovely baby.
Garnet Jenkins
June 28, 2007
Please know how Deeply Sorry I am, for the loss of Pfc. Andre Craig.
As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly and having lost a brother to war, I am aware of the deep and devastating pain that you are experiencing. The overwhelming heartache, that seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes. Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
May the treasured memories of your Brave Young Soldier, remain in your heart always and give you strength through the difficult days ahead, and may Andre Rest Safely now, in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American Hero, that Will Never Be Forgotten.
I pray that the Peace of God will be with the Craig family.
I am the sister, of such a young Hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~
I sincerely hope that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Grateful Country Mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A Hero to all of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
Michelle Lewis
June 27, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Linda Clifton
June 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy Bonesteel
June 27, 2007
As the mother of a son (my only child) who is enlisted in the Army, I want to send my condolences.
SHIRLEY DONEY
June 27, 2007
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
debbi rivers
June 26, 2007
Though this soldier is not yet known except to their unit or families, my grief for the loss of you son/daughter is felt. I know what it's like to loose your child in war as my son was killed in action too. It feels that your heart has been ripped from you and you don't understand why this happened to your child. I've felt all you will feel in the coming days and weeks and though I’m not close in relation to area, but I am very close by email. I offer any support to you and your family that I can. It's with the Grace of God that I've gotten through each day and with His healing love and comfort that I've been able to once again sleep at night and not cry each day. Believe me I do know how hard it is. May God continue to heal you and your family and contact me when and if you are ever ready, even if it's to vent or cry. In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq with the 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne Div
Carol Cline
June 26, 2007
Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.
To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.
valorie
June 26, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
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