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Christopher Simpson Obituary
SIMPSON Sgt. CHRISTOPHER CURTIS SIMPSON In the early morning hours of Monday, March 17, 2008, Sergeant Christopher Curtis Simpson, age 23, made the ultimate sacrifice during his service to his country, his family, and his friends. Chris was deployed to Baghdad, Iraq with the 1-68th Combined Arms Battalion, Charlie Company, when his convoy came under attack. In addition to other numerous personal award and campaign ribbons, Sgt. Simpson will be awarded posthumously the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his courageous service. Chris was a soldier and so much more. He loved life, family, friends and country. His heart was as large as his selfless love for his fellow man. He lived his life for others. His strong, yet gentle, being was a beacon for the young and old alike. The Army gave him direction in his life, a direction aimed at helping others. Chris's aspiration was to return toschool, become a teacher, and help young men and women find the right path in life. Chris's love for his fiance, Carol, was insurmountable and unconditional. Always remember, "Cobra Commander"; "Is it time" Redskins' ffootball, 4 David Drive, Living on the Edge, and "Memento Mori." We are better people for having known you. Our hearts have been touched by you and we will never forget you. Surviving are his mother, Kate Lukenbill and her fiance, Dave Rosser; father, Scott Simpson and his wife, Mary; brothers, Corporal Richard Simpson, United States Marine Corps, Matthew and Michael Simpson; sister, Anna Simpson; fiancee, Carol Fries; paternal grandparents, Alan and Evelyn Simpson; maternal grandmother, Joan Lukenbill; maternal grandfather, Felix Lukenbill and his wife Marcia; great-grandmother, Mary Simpson; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Services for our hero, Christopher, will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph's Church, 5600 W. Genesee St., Camillus where a funeral Mass will be celebrated. Friends may call Tuesday from 1 to 7 p.m. at St. Joseph's Church. Burial will be private at the Onondaga County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Syracuse. Arrangements are by the Buranich Funeral Home, Camillus. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Hampton, VA. One may view Chris' Video Tribute at: http://www.BuranichFuneralHome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jordan-Elbridge Dollars for Scholars, In Memory of Christopher Simpson, P.O. Box 901, Jordan, NY 13080. Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless-Service, Honor, Integrity, Personal Courage Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless-Service, Honor, Integrity, Personal Courage
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Simpson
Alexander Stevens
March 19, 2018
Today was the first time I heard of the sacrifice Chris made. The local Iraq war monument in Cape Coral, FL added his name recently. Chris was my room mate for four months in basic training. From what I remember, he was a warrior and ready for action.
Starr Greene Barrett
March 17, 2016
Dearest Chris,
Today is St.Patrick's Day , the anniversary of your ultimate sacrifice for your country. I'm from Camden. You could have been my son or son-in-law. I'm remembering you today and always with love and respect. May god bless your young brave soul.
Sincerely,
Starr Greene Barrett
March 19, 2014
Today and everyday always on my mind, Forever in my Heart. Love you dearly miss you so so much!
March 18, 2014
Recognizing Chris today. Hard to believe it's been six years.
Will always Honor and Remember
March 17, 2014
It is hard to believe today is 6 years, it hurts as much today as yesterday. Please continue to guide us and keep us strong. Thank you for our freedom until we meet again, I love you and miss you so much. A. Phyl
December 19, 2013
Missing you this Christmas season more then ever!!!! Each year at the family gathering there is an emptiness without you. Continue to guide us through these difficult times. You are missed so much. Until we meet again thank you for being our angel. Love ya A. Phyl
October 24, 2013
Missing you today and everyday
Lynne Neibert
March 21, 2013
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your loved one's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift which will be mailed to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
John Gleason
March 16, 2013
I can't believe it has been 5 years since you have been gone. I think about you all the time. We had a lot of good times over the years, wish we had more chances before you were gone. I find myself at a loss sometimes, remembering high school, you know I had you and wouldn't let anyone mess with you on Rome. Wish I had been there later on. I miss you more than I can say, you'll always be in my thoughts and there on those beautiful summer days we loved. I'll see you again someday. Until then...
January 7, 2013
As 2013 is now here, it is hard for me to believe it will be 5 years since we said good-bye. Not a day goes by where I do not think of you or look at a picture of your smiling face. I know you are shining down around us, and you continue to give us the strength to move ahead. You are truely missed at the holiday celebrations a time you loved so much , and if it was up to me, you would be the recipiant of the ugly sweater!!!! LOL I love and miss you until we meet again thank you for being our angel. Until we meet again A. Phyl
Richard Powell
September 12, 2012
I had a chance to ride a bicycle through NYC in memory of Chris last weekend with some of his family and I was reminded of Chris' passion for adventure. He would undoubtedly be pleased that his friends and family participated in a demanding physical activity in his memory and honor. I was certainly honored to have the opportunity to be part of it. R.I.P. Sarge, and thank you for your service and sacrifice!
July 19, 2012
7/19/1984 I remember as if it were yesterday. You would be 28 years old today. Now you live forever watching over us and guiding us. I can not tell you how much you are missed, my heart has been heavy ever since that day 3/17/2008. Because of you we live in a land of the free, and as we know there is a price. Thank you for my freedom until we meet again thank you for being our Angel. Love A. Phyl
Peggy Childers
March 20, 2012
March 17, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher C. Simpson:
Always remembering Christopher. "Some gave all."
March 20, 2012
Four years have gone by since that day God decided to take you home. I celebrated your life in Va. with Luke and your Mom. You are truely missed and have touched so many lives. You will never be forgotten. I miss you so much, until we meet again Hugs and Kisses Love A Phyl
December 22, 2011
With the holidays closing in on us, I wanted to just let you know how much we missed you last week as we celebrated Christmas with Nana. I know you were there looking down on us. Please continue to watch over us as the new year approaches. You will always be in my heart. I miss you so much until we meet again Hugs and Kisses love A Phyl
Phyllis McElligott
November 16, 2011
You are truly missed, but are always remember with ever family event, party, holiday we celebrate. Although they will never be the same we know you are looking down upon us. Until we meet again A. Phyl
P.S thank you for watching over us and I truly believe you were with me and Sam the night of our car accident. Thank you!!!
Joun M Simpson III
March 19, 2011
You are so missed young man.
Aurora Vega
March 18, 2011
Dear Chris,
I have never met you but I feel I have known you for so long. I have the honors of knowing you through your Aunt Phyllis. Words can not express the gratitude I have for your service in keeping our freedom. Thank you in not enough to tell you. But I can promise that I will always keep your Mom Kate and Aunt Phyllis in my prayers everyday for strength, until you can see them. I on the other hand will look forward to meeting you one day in the heavens above and embrace and say "It is finally nice to meet you". Until then, I will continue to look forward of meeting you everyday through the precious words of your Aunt Phyllis and smile. For now, I know I never knew you but I have to say, I miss you and you are never forgotten.
Aurora Vega
Mom to Spc Kranick
March 18, 2011
Your Christopher is remembered...
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher C. Simpson:
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
March 17, 2011
A Salute to a HERO, thank you for my freedom, missing you so very much
Until we meet again, I love you A. Phyl
L Neal
March 14, 2011
To the family of Spc. Christopher C. Simpson:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
December 1, 2010
Thank you for guiding Richard home safely. I love you and miss you so much
November 23, 2010
You have been with me a lot lately, I feel sometimes you are right next to me. Missing you so much with the holidays coming. Please continue to guide us through another year. Until we meet again I love you so much A. Phyl
Terry Kranick
July 20, 2010
Chris remains in our thoughts and prayers. My son fought with Chris in Iraq and honors him to this day. Prayers for Chris' mom from this Blue Star mom. I think of you often.
July 19, 2010
26 years ago today you were a new born in my arms What a feeling that was I remember it as though it was yesterday. You are My Rock, My inspiration, My Hero, My Angel. I love you more then words can say. Happy Birthday my angel. You are forever in my Heart With Love, Honor, Respect, and Pride
July 16, 2010
I wouldn't be around on Monday to say Happy B-day taking a little vacation. Sam and Jake are heading to Va. with your Mom. We will toast with a Blue Moon I wish you were here so we could drink one together. You are in my heart everyday, not a day goes by where I do not stop and think of you. I miss ya love ya until we meet again A.Phyl
May 28, 2010
Monday is Memorial Day and Jordan-Elbridge is doing a dedication in your Memory. There is going to be a little ceramony and planting of a tree. I miss you so much, your smile and your laugh. Please shine down on us and protect us. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. Until we meet again A. Phyl
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Christopher C. Simpson:
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
Phyllis McElligott
March 17, 2010
It is hard to believe two years have past. I miss your smile and your laugh. You are so close to my heart everyday. Keep us strong and guide us I look forward to someday seeing you again. Thanks for being our Angel and thank you for our gift of Freedom. Until we meet again I love you A. Phyl
Terry Kranick
March 5, 2010
Thinking of you today, Chris, as the 4ID prepares to deploy again. Keep an eye on them eh? Hugs to your precious Gold Star Family from this Blue Star Mom.
February 20, 2010
Chris there is not a day that goes by when I do not think of you. I have your picture hanging in my family room. You will be forever remembered in my heart. You were the best Soldier that a First Sergeant could ask for. I miss you, and I will never forget you. I love you son.
First Sergeant (Retired)
Conrad Gonzales
December 29, 2009
Another Christmas has past with you looking over us. I miss you everyday. Jerry and Sam bought me the Honor and Remember Flag. It is flown in front of my house in the Memorial Garden I have for you. Please continue to watch over us and keep us safe. Thank you for your Christmas Present the gift of Freedom. I love and miss you dearly. Until we me again A.Phyl
November 11, 2009
I wanted you to know I am thinking of you today and Honoring all the Men and Women who have served our Country. Your Mom and I just did a story with RNEWS for the Honor and Remember flag. I think it is catching on. Thank you for your gift of Freedom. I love and miss you so much. Until we meet again. Love ya A. Phyl
Rev. Bill Dorow
November 8, 2009
To Sgt. Simpson's family - I just met you at the Waterloo, NY outlet mall about an hour ago. [Nov. 08, 2009] I saw your shirts in the Harry and David store and talked to you for a while about Christopher. May you all, family, fiance' and all, be comforted by God's love, and by the idea that it is truly a grateful nation that honors Sgt. Simpson. I live in Waterloo, NY - home of Memorial Day- I will talk to the organizers about the possibility of flying a "honor and Remember" flag in our parade next memorial day weekend. God bless you all
danny key
October 22, 2009
Hey chris I just wanted to say that there is not a day that goes by that i dont think about you. i have a picture of the two of us in the gym when we returned fron the first deployment. I think about march 17 everyday. I will remember you until the day I pass. I love you brother SSG Danny Key
Kate Mclaughlin
September 24, 2009
My Dearest Son,
This weekend is the Time of Remembrance Ceremony in DC a Ceremony that I truely wish I didn't take part in but I am so Honored to. It Honors all those soldiers we have lost and gathers all Gold Star Families together. It is Amazing!!! Coming up also is our 2 year anniversary of our last HOORAY as you called it. The weekend in DC going to the Redskin game I hear your voice "just one more beer mom I promise to pay you back" The weekend was priceless
I miss you Buddy so much my heart still with a hole that will never heal I try and live up to my promise to you it's difficult at times. I love you more then words can say and I am so Proud of you Thank you for a wonderful 23 years and for being such a great supporter of me you are with me always
With Love Honor Respect and Pride
September 18, 2009
Hi Chris, writing to you sometimes helps deal with the pain. Last Friday on 9-11 some friends and I visited our local Fire department. We took balloons and donuts and thanked them for their services. I also gave them a braclet that says "I'll always have your back" Sgt. Christopher Simpson. So please watch over them. I love and miss you so much. Thanks for being our Angel, until we meet again. Love A. Phyl
August 31, 2009
Hi Chris, Cat and I walked the mile last Saturday in your honor. She made me a mile marker so we made sure we ended in front of my house. I see it everytime I enter the drive way. We enjoyed the golf tournament this weekend, it was amazing to see all the people come out on such a raining day. It was a great success. A game you enjoyed so much. I love and miss you so much, I know you are with me at times. Thanks for being our angel, love you and miss you, until we meet again. A.Phyl
Captian Lukenbill and Our American Hero Sgt. Christopher Simpson
June 15, 2009
Chris, I think of you everyday. Just celebrated Uncle Luke's Retirement of 26 years in the Navy. He contnues his mission with your Mom that you will live forever. I know you were shining down on us as we celebrated his gift to our country. Here is a picture he recieved as a gift. Captian Lukenbill with an American Hero, Sgt. Christopher Simpson. I love you and miss you so much at times I can't hold back the tears, I know we will meet again someday and you are always with me. thanks for being our Angel until we meet again Love and miss you so much A. Phyl
Phyllis McElligott
March 17, 2009
Chris it has been a year today that Papa called and told me you had gone home. I am flying my flag at half mass today so people around me will remember my hero. I remember like yesterday. The pain is still there and I am sure will never go away. Samantha wore the necklace your Mom bought us all to school today she does the most suttle things, I know she thinks of you often. I miss you so much. We are getting ready for your big fundraiser with DDP this Saturday. I think it has helped keep your Mom going. Thanks for being our angel until we meet again A. Phyl
Rest In Peace
Michael Iezzi
March 17, 2009
Christopher,
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.
Peggy Childers
March 17, 2009
To the family of Spc. Christopher C. Simpson:
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
T Starman
January 16, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
December 31, 2008
To my wonderful Nephew and Godson. The year has finally come to an end and it was the worse year of my life. It has been very difficult getting through it with out your smile and laughter. I think of you everyday and how I wish 2008 March 17th never happened. I feel the pain for your Mom and Rich and it hurts like heck. I love you please guide us through 2009 I know you are with us everyday. Thank you for being our angel and watching over us Happy New Year, I only wish you were her with us to celebrate. I am sure you will be with all of us. I love and miss you so much until we meet again A. Phyl
Kenna Larra
December 1, 2008
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Matthew Simpson
November 25, 2008
Hi man I just want you to know that you were the best brother a guy could have and I was wondering what it's like up there I mean in Heven. I love you and hope your alwas with me
Love Matthew A. Simpson
John M Simpson III
September 11, 2008
Chris,
I have been so busy and so much has happened. But today is 911 and so I have taken a moment to rember you and the fine young man you came to
be. Smile down us lad and receive our heartfelt thanks upward. To youand all that serve giving all to secure our freedom and safety.
September 3, 2008
Chris, It was an honor to be part of Run for the Fallen on August 24th. It is a day that will live in our hearts forever. Papa had a get together over the weekend, we talk to you as if you were there. We miss you so much. We all went gliding to be closer to you. Even Aunt Neen who hates to fly, we know we were safe because you were guiding us. Samantha wants to do it again. I loved being in the clouds next to you. The pain lives on, but I know you are with us. Thanks for being our angel Love ya Miss ya a lot Aunt Phyl
Debbie Elam
August 31, 2008
My name is Debbie Elam and I am the Chairman of the Virginia Memorial Quilt Project. Our group is making and giving a numbered quilt to the immediate family of each soldier killed in the Iraq War with ties to the Commonwealth of Virginia. We have a website at www.vmqp.com if you get a chance to see the quilts. We have sent 120 quilts as of this date. Please contact me via email or phone at 804-598-0465 and I will get the information from you so we can send you a Memorial Quilt in honor of Christopher.
Thank you.
Debbie Elam, Chairman
Virginia Memorial Quilt Project
2621 Linbrook Drive
Richmond, VA 23228
Phyllis McElligott
August 7, 2008
Dear Chris, I shed a tear everyday remembering all the good times we have had together I wish there could have been more, from the time you went ot college with me at 2 years old to having you spend time with us a couple years ago. I am putting together a walk on August 24th to honor you! You are my hero and always will be. Samantha is having braces put on she put a shamrock on her bite plate. I asked her why and she said she like them, but deep down inside in her little suttle ways it is the day you left us to go home. I love you and miss you so much I wish I told you more. Keep us all safe thanks for being our angel until we meet again you live in my heart.
By the way Happy Birthday I was never on time why start now. Love ya Miss ya Aunt Phyl
Janine LeBlanc
August 2, 2008
As the days go by, the void we feel continues....You know how proud of you we are, how much we miss you and love you. We've enjoyed the rainbows this summer--never have we seen so many--thanks for smiling down on us.
All our love, (Aunt) "Neen", (Uncle) Cory, Zak and Jake
Theresa Manganaro
July 31, 2008
To my nephew and my friend-
I miss you every day and am proud of you always!
I love you so much and know that one day my friend we will all be together again!!!
Love forever!
Aunt Tink
July 9, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Simpson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 9, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Simpson!
Linda Cano, Soldiers Angels
May 23, 2008
My hearfelt sympathies go out to your family in your time of great sorrow. Thank you for your heroic sacrifice for our freedom and security, Christopher. May you rest in the arms of Jesus.
moment of happiness in Iraq
May 8, 2008
loved what he did
May 8, 2008
lived life
May 8, 2008
He loved life, his fiancee, FAmily, and Friends Lived each day to the fullest
May 8, 2008
We miss you bud
OUR HERO
May 8, 2008
My heart continues to ache every day for you. I love you so much words can't even say . I tried to honor your request but some days are harder then others. I love you Bud and always will you are my baby and will always be With Love Pride Honor and Respect Mom
Kristin Sibley
May 8, 2008
Chris,
You were the coolest person. You knew how to make everyones day. You were such a great person and touched my life forever. Now in heaven everyone there gets to enjoy your wonderful and very funny personality. I want you to know that even tho you are gone you will never be forgotten.
Maria Simpson
April 23, 2008
I am so sorry for your very sad loss.
I am the mom and aunt of two of the other three Simpson's lost in this war.
It is my prayer that you find in God all that you need now as you learn to live without Chris.
God bless you.
~ Maria Simpson ~
~ USMC mom X 2! ~
PFC Paul Simpson, SOI, Camp Pendleton
& LCpl Abraham Simpson, 19
KIA 09 NOV 04, Fallujah
~ and USMC aunt ~
Sgt. Jonathan Simpson, 25
KIA 14 OCT 06, Habbaniyah
"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose" Jim Elliot
http://www.myspace.com/118761282
April 23, 2008
Thoughts and prayers to the family. I am so sorry for your loss!
My heart aches at the loss of all our fine men and women taken before their time.
Land of the free/Because of the brave.
Jamie Graves( Proud Navy wife)
marinecomfortquilts.us
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 8, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Simpson family and friends 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Christopher 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~
Roxana Johnson
March 31, 2008
My deepest sympathy in your loss. I wish that the newpapers or TV would print/read some of these guest book entries. Then people would see the tragedy of what is happening.
I have three sons and I cannot imagine loosing one and being able to keep on. You have to keep Christopher's memory alive and what he stood for. Do not let people ever forget him. He was a blessing for all of us.
Bless Christopher, his friends and his family.
The Cobbs
March 31, 2008
We extend our prayer to you and your family at this time. We are grateful that your love one thought enough of us, to serve and protect us. Doing so, the ultimate price was paid. And for this, we say, "THANK YOU, WARRIOR. We will forever be grateful. We may not remember all the names one by one, but we will remember the warriors. All that paid the price, that we, could be free.
Kathleen Caiola
March 30, 2008
To the family of Christopher C. Simpson. While I may not know you nor did I have the honor of knowing Chris I feel a deep pain at his passing and for the void it leaves you, his family as well as our country. Although it can not make the pain go away may you take some comfort knowing that there are many like myself who pray for you and for Chris and that his loss does not go unoticed nor will he be forgotten. He is a true hero who was given a special light from God, this light gave him the courage to enlist in the Army and fight for the freedom of not only the citizens of the United States but those in other countries. What a special young man he is. May God bless him always as well as you his family and may you know the joy of reuniting with your son, brother again one day.
Fritz S
March 30, 2008
So sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Motty Family
March 27, 2008
Dear Family and Friends,
We would like to offer our sincerest condolences. We cannot begin to imagine the loss and pain all family and friends are going through. Our nephew is a United States Marine and serving in Iraq. We all pray for him and his comrade’s safety every day. War is a horrible reality. We salute and we are proud of all of our troops and their bravery to protect our freedom and serve their country with honor.
Freedom is not free
With deepest regrets and sympathy
God Bless and may the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with all family and friends
Cindy McGee
March 27, 2008
To the family Spc. Christopher C. Simpson, I don't know Chris or his family but I wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I am a very close friend of the Elledge family (the other solider in Chris's unit that was killed) My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. There are no words that can be spoken to bring Chris back or even ease the pain but know that Chris & Michael died as TRUE HERO's to millions of people and there memory will NEVER be FORGOTTEN!
God Bless!!
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
March 27, 2008
Father we entrust our brother Christopher 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 Christopher in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
John M Simpson III
March 27, 2008
Thank you to those that turned out for Chris and/or gave support to our family and friends. Chris is indeed sorely missed but he and his sacrifice will not be forgotten. Thank you to the Patriot guard Fire Departments and police who lined the streets with flags.
Eva Honaker
March 26, 2008
Rest in peace Christopher. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Simpson family as we know the difficult road that lies ahead. Please know that you are not alone.
With deepest respect,
Gold Star Mother Eva Honaker
SPC Christopher S. Honaker
2/503 173rd BCT
9/25/83-07/05/07
Chris and his Buddies GREAT VISIT!
March 25, 2008
Chris in his gear
March 25, 2008
Flags for Chris Thank you to the PGR
March 25, 2008
Janice Oswald
March 25, 2008
To the family and friends of SPC Simpson...I so sorry for your loss. I pray that God brings you comfort during this very difficult time. He will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
Tammy Proud Mother of Sgt. Roy, USMC
March 24, 2008
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes to the family of Spc. Christopher C. Simpson, with a Thanks for your Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom. He is a HERO who has paid the ultimate sacrifice.
May you find comfort and strength, in your memories of times spent with Christopher.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
SHIRLEY DONEY
March 24, 2008
REST IN PEACE SPC. SIMPSON, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Susan Sigsbee
March 24, 2008
To the parents of spc Christopher C. Simpson. Though I don't really know you. You are in my thoughts and prayers and will remain there forever. I am the mother of Cpl. John P. Sigsbee KIA in Iraq on 1/16/08. I share you loss. time will help ease your pain. you'll have up days and down days. your son joins my son a fallen friend and hero forever at peace in the lords hands!
god bless and keep you in his care. I had the honor welcoming your son from handcock airport to the funeral home I supported the patriot guard!
Take Care : from G.I. mom -- Susan C. Sigsbee
A FELLOW AMERICAN CITIZEN
March 24, 2008
I didnt know your son or your family but I extend to you all my Deepest Sympathy for this young mans passing .I would like to say we thank you Chris and your family for your bravery and your ultimate sacrafice for all our freedom .Rest in peace dear young warrior.
jean skorupa
March 24, 2008
I appreciate your son's service and sacrifice. Please know that many will be praying for your family.
God Bless.
Allan Draheim
March 24, 2008
Dear Simpson Family,
Your son has given the ultimate sacrifice for his country. Our prayers will go up for your family at this time.
Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee; he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. Ps. 55:22
Sincerely,
Al and Judy Draheim
March 24, 2008
I did not know your son, but my heart grieves for your family. He was not only your hero, but the worlds. May you find peace knowing that he is/was loved by many.
GTA
Alexandria, VA
L Price
March 24, 2008
May God Bless and Comfort you and hold you up. I am so sorry for your deep loss, but know that we are truly grateful and that he will be honored and remembered. God Bless!
March 23, 2008
Please know that as a girlfriend of a Soldier I grieve with you. May God Bless you in your time of sorrow.
Joseph Reed
March 23, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
E Joynes
March 23, 2008
To the Simpson family. Thank you for your sacrifice! We are proud of your son for giving the ultimate sacrifice for this country.So sorry for your loss. I know he will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jimisue Langen
March 23, 2008
I do not know you or your family, but my heart goes out to you all. Thank you Chris for your ultimate sacrifice in helping to keep our freedom here in the USA.
March 23, 2008
It breaks my heart that we have lost another fine Soldier WAY before his time!
I am so so sorry for your loss!
God Bless your family and God Bless Carol! Thank you Chris for giving the ultimate sacrifice all so we can enjoy the freedoms we have and for America!
Much love/hugs!
Jamie Graves( Navy wife of a deployed Sailor)
marinecomfortquilts.us
gail ROSSER
March 23, 2008
I SEND MY DEPESSED SYNPATHY TO KATE AND DAVE FOR THEIR TERRIBLE LOSS.
GAIL AND FAMILY
1SG USA Ret
March 23, 2008
A true American hero, Rest In Peace.
Suzanne MacDaniel
March 23, 2008
To the Simpson family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Christophers' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 Iraq
Stephanie Marciante
March 22, 2008
I am deeply saddened for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. SPC Christopher C. Simpson is a Hero to us all who enjoy our everyday freedoms. Thank you for your sacrifice.
In Loving Memory
of my husband
CPL Luigi Marciante Jr.
KIA 20 September 2007
Muqdadiyah, Iraq
2-23 IN, 2ID, Ft. Lewis, WA
Valorie
March 21, 2008
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 they were 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
Sandy Bonesteel
March 21, 2008
Please know that as a mother of a Soldier, I grieve with you; as do so many, many others.
Shelley H
March 20, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank SPC Simpson for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 20, 2008
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!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
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