Kraig Foyteck Obituary

love you brother

I have not visited your resting site since i brought you home to your mom, my heart weeps daily for you brother, for the loss to your family and a loss of a brother. I miss you dearly.

kraig-you will always have a special place in my heart.i will fondly remember you as the beautiful,most cheerful,spunky little kid i taught in pre-school and baby sat for.i love you

kraig-you will always have a special place in my heart.i will fondly remember you as the beautiful,most cheerful,spunky little kid i taught in pre-school and baby sat for.i love you

So many years have passed by and I still dont understand why god choose you over me brother. Its hard to believe that your not her with us anymore, I will always owe you my life because if you had not gotten in front of Langley and me that day you would be the one writting me this message. I love you Kraig and I will never forget what you did for me.

we will never forget the sacrifice you made for us

Kraig you will never be forgotten. It's hard to believe 7yrs ago that you were taken from us. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. RIP big brother.

Kraig was a true epitome of an American soldier. Our family will forever be grateful for his selfless service and sacrifice for this Country.

THANKYOU for your service in keeping the world a safer place Kraig.
R.I.P K.F. On your anniversary- 30 October, 2012

To the family and friends of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck:
Please accept my remembrance of Kraig on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

I'll be doing my part to help honor your memory and the sacrifice you gave for us.

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To the family and friends of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck:
Remembering Kraig 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

you are gone but never forgotten you are always with me forevere and always

you cousin and brother in arms

cpl blake e foyteck

Re: SGT Kraig Foyteck

Hello,
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Sincerely,
Kenna

To the family of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck:
Kraig 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

Dear family of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck,

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)

To a man who is of great character, a friend, a brother, still to this day i think of you in everyway. Thank you.
Kirt

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Foyteck!

its been more than a year and i still remember your laugh. i remember lifting weights with you in iraq. i remember the sight of langley right by your side. i remember you playing cards with flores. i remember the ride you gave me when my truck was broke down. i remember so much and you will never be forgotten. you are with me for the rest of my life. god bless you.

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)

Suncere sympathy and love, Pat - R.N.

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

May God bless you and your family. Thank you for your dedication.

Kraig was more than a soldier more than a just a great man. he was a free spirit and was meant to do good in this world. he did not die in vein, he did so in loving all of us so much to risk his life for ours. i will love him forever for that. fran garcia and sgt. michael j kruk.

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

A PROUD MARINE MOM

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

It was a pleasure knowing and working with Kraig at the Skokie PD. I was shocked to hear the news. He will be missed.

I am an Active Duty SSgt In the Air Force who went to Niles North. I am in Iraq now and just want to say how sorry I am for your loss. I did not know him, but we were brothers in arms. God Bless

Just wanted to let you know that you and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers daily. Kraig has forever impacted us all. Blessings and peace to you and your special family during this holiday season and always.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck: The pain of your loss will take a long time to subside, and days like today will be especially hard. No one can change that for you, but please be aware that millions of Americans you will never know read Kraig 's story, respect him as a true American hero, and share your grief.

I wish to send my deepest condolences to all of Kraig's family. With having worked with his mother, Connie, in the past, she always spoke such great things of Kraig. My sincerest condolences to all. May Kraig rest peacefully.

Dear Foyteck family, on behalf of Olivet College and Kappa Sigma Alpha you have our most sincere sympathy.

Dear Foyteck family,
While I did not know Kraig myself, I do know members of the Foyteck family from a campground in Indiana, mainly John and Blake. I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I just received the newsletter in the mail and wanted to send my sympathy out to you all during this difficult time. From the looks of it, Kraig was just as nice and friendly as the Foytecks I know and I am sure he will be missed dearly.
With deep regards,

I will pray for your family in this time of loss. He was a great man and will be very missed.

I am deaply sorry to hear of Kraig's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. We attended high school, and were on the gymnastics team together. I will remember him as a roudy fun loving guy who could always put a smile on your face. My condolances

Kraig was my big brother and I will never forget him. This has been extremely hard for me, the rest of the family and everyone who knew him. Kraig was my hero regardless of the fact that he went to Iraq, but now he can also be everyone elses. Please support our soldiers! I love you Kraig and you'll forever be in my heart!

Dear Connie, Chris and Family,
My deepest sympathies are with you. I have known Kraig since we were 13 years old, meeting at Oakton pool every summer for years afterwards. He was such a sweet, fun-loving guy. We had a lot of great memories. I lost contact with him after he joined the army, and I am truely upset about that. I will never forget the twinkle he had in his eyes, and the deep chuckle that made me smile. Even though I believe he's a beautiful angel, enjoying paradise, I still wish he was here. I will miss him so much.

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

To Kraig’s family and close friends,

Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolence for this tragedy and great loss. I attended Niles West with Kraig and graduated as class of 98’ together. We’ve known each other from taking a handful of classes and of course from the great memories of being on the swim team together. Despite the fact that Kraig was a diver and I was a swimmer, I still get to discover how friendly and genuine of a person he is. He’ll always be remembered as the hero that stood up for everything he believes in and the fun-being that brought great laughter to everyone that knows him. I wish that I was there at the memorial at Niles West as our mutual friend, Steve Chiu and Jose Calderon attended. As they have provided me with some details, they also sent me the class of 98’ swim team picture that was used for remembrance. It definitely brought me great memories of being with Kraig and the rest of the teammates (with myself being the blonde Asian in the picture). Kraig, thank you for the great memories you've brought to all of us. May god bless you, your family and close ones.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of your dear son Kraig. He was a friend and classmate of two of my sons, while they attended Niles West H.S. They remember him as a gregarious, giving and athletic person… truly respected by his peers!

As this conflict in the Middle East rages on, it is inevitable that many communities will feel the pain. It is truly unfortunate that Niles Township now grieves for the taking of this brave soldier, your precious son.

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family, and gratitude for his and your ultimate sacrifice. We will keep you in our daily prayers, and wish for you courage and strength in this trying time.


Angel Kraig… watch over us all.

Dear Connie and the Foyteck Family.
I was so sad to hear of the loss of your son ,Kraig.
I wish there were words to express my heartfelt sympathy,but words cannot fill in the space the loss of a loved one brings.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the time of sorrow.

Kgaig, you will always be remembered as a hero, thank you

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, may our prayers bring you comfort and peace.

My sincerest gratitude as well for the sacrifice of your beloved son to the furtherance of our country's goals. Peace be with you.

"Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life" John 15:13 How I wish I'd had the privilege of knowing your brave Kraig. I grieve your loss and am humbly, unspeakably grateful for his sacrifice. Your entire family has my prayers not only today as do all the selfess, honorable, courageous men and women serving this country. May God strengthen their loved ones and bless and comfort your family and all those who mourn Kraig's memory.

Kraig,

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE ALWAYS!!

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Deepest sympathy to Kraig's loved ones. He was a genuine nice guy from what I remember. We graduated class of 98 together and I remember him being a funny guy who made us laugh and he's prolly smiling upon us now. Keep smiling buddy, I thank you for your friendship and bravery.

My heart goes out to all of the family and friends of Kraig. I attended Niles West with Kraig, and was saddened to hear of the loss this morning. I remember him always with a smile on his face. He has touched many lives and his memory will live on in them forever.

I was on the swim team at Olivet College for a brief period with Kraig. He was a great guy who worked hard and always brought a smile to everyone's face. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. May god watch over all of you in this difficult time.

To the Foyteck family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I also graduated from Niles West in '98. My Dad's side of the family lives in Iraq... I know first hand how much they struggle with day-to-day life and how much they appreciate people like Kraig stepping in to make a difference. Even though I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Kraig personally, I know he was selfless, brave and a man of honor. He truly is a hero to my family and me.
God Bless!

My deepest sympothies. I was a friend of his while he was at Olivet College in 1999. My prayers are with his family.

Deepest sympathies extended to Kraig's family.

Dear Connie and Family,

There are no words of consalation to ease your sorrow or to express my deepest sympathy, so I will join my prayers with yours and picture Kraig smilling down at us. As I tried to ease my son's anguish, we started talking about all the years they were the best of pals, how much fun they had growing up and always there for each other. Kraig was part of the family.... an extra son, brother, even a cousin. "Kraig and Russell"! Was it yesterday they jumped on the trampolin, cut a tree in the yard, fixed our computer,visit grandma and grampa in Indiana, kid each other, show their wildside bye skydiving for the first time. Their tender side in love for the family and their pets! We feel so blessed to have had Kraig, even for so short of a time! We will miss him, miss his kindness, his love of life, his beautiful smile. My family joins you in your pain.
Nanette, Glenn, Tiffany, Marguerite, and Russell

I heard about Kraig's sudden and tragic passing from my brother. We both attended Niles West and worked as lifeguards for the Skokie Park District. I am deeply saddened to hear that he has passed, and would like to extend my condolences to all of Kraig's family, friends, and fellow servicemen who are going through this tragic time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you Kraig for your selfless service to our country.

Words can't express my sorrow and sadness over the loss Kraig. My deepest sympathies to Kraig's family. He was truly special and will be missed greatly. I was so blessed to meet Kraig in high school. I'll miss his smile and sweet laugh and all the great memories of working for Mrs. G in the dean's office. Kraig, you touched my life and my heart and I will miss you dearly. Keep smiling down on us Kraig and keep watching over us. Rest in peace. Love ya my friend.

Marjana

You are in a better place my friend. I am so sorry I am unable to attend the funeral but I am stuck @ work down 3 people today, with no way to leave since I am the only one with the keys and overrides

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

Dear Connie,
My prayers are with you. God Bless!

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES ARE EXTENDED TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY FAMILY AND I MET KRAIG WHEN HE WAS 13 YEARS OLD AT OAKTON POOL, HE WAS THE MOST POLITE, CONSIDERATE YOUNG MAN THAT I HAVE EVER MET. MY OLDER DAUGHTER JOANNE BECAME GOOD FRIENDS WITH KRAIG AS WELL AS MY FAMILY. WE HAVE KEPT IN TOUCH SINCE THEN. I REMEMBER HOW PROUD HE WAS WITH ALL OF HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS, LIFEGUARD @ OAKTON POOL, FOOTBALL PLAYER, DIVER, GYMNIST AND ON THE SWIM TEAM AT NILES WEST, WATER SKIING, PARACHUTING, COACH AT MAINE EAST AND JOING THE ARMY. MRS FOYTECK YOUR SON WAS ONE IN A MILLION, A SON ANY MOTHER AND FRIEND COULD BE PROUD TO HAVE KNOWN AND LOVED. KNOW IN YOUR HEART THAT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE THAT LOVED HIM AND WILL CHERISH HIS MEMORY AND THE GREAT TIMES THEY HAD WITH HIM. HE WAS A LOVING, CARING CONSIDERATE MAN AND I WILL ALWAYS CARRY HIS MEMORY IN MY HEART AND FEEL IT WAS AN HONOR TO HAVE KNOWN HIM. HE TOUCHED MANY HEARTS. I KNOW IN MY HEART THAT HE IS ONE OF THE SWEETEST ANGELS IN HEAVEN AND I THANK YOU FOR BRINGING HIM INTO THIS WORLD GIVING HIS FRIENDS AND FAMILY THE OPPORTUNITY TO KNOW AND LOVE HIM.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

WITH A SADDENED HEART.

SINCERELY,

MR & MRS JACOB AND FAMILY

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Thank You for your Bravery and God Bless you!!

My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts. We are the land of the free because of the brave.

I had graduated the same class as Kraig at NW in '98 and recall some of the times that I've had class with him. He was truly a strong person with great leadership skills and determination. His service and accomplishments goes without saying. My prayers go out to his family and friends through this tragic loss.
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Kraig I never had the privilege of meeting you, but as a friend of your Uncle John, my heart breaks for your family. I as a member of the Patriot Guard Riders am honored to be there to as you complete your final mission. Those of us that will be there along with the other 63,000 members who will be there in spirit salute you.

All my love & hugs to the family of a very special young soldier, who touched my life without ever meeting face to face. I feel certain the stars are shining much brighter now, because they received one of our brightest stars in Heaven. With much gratitude for sharing Kraig with all of us.

Hi i am mike i work with rob and egder sewell drainage i am sorry about the loss of your son i thoughts are with you...

My thoughts and prayers to a special family with much gratitude for your precious son, grandson, and nephew, who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice.

May the LORD bless, comfort, and encourage the family and loved ones of OUR HERO.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Connie, I'm so sorry for your loss. Kraig was always a delight to be around and will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

My thoughts & prayers go out to all of Kraig's family & friends. His sacrifice is so profound I cannot adequately descibe them but I am in constant awe of the sacrifices made by our armed services day in and out.

Kraig was a teammate of mine at Niles West on the Swimming & Diving team; we all prided ourselves on giving our best on a daily basis and I have no doubt that Kraig proceeded to for the rest of his life.

Mike Lisle

I worked with Kraig during his pre-service days at Maine East. He will be missed by those he coached and those who coached with him.

Thank you Kraig for your service in defending freedom and paying the ultimate price for something you loved. You are missed!

Though I didn't personally know Kraig, I know he served his country with passion and heart. Many thoughts of why a precious life is taken too early go through our minds, though we may not have many answers may you find comfort in the beautiful memories Kraig shared with you all. Our prayers and thoughts are with him and his family.

Nurud Mohamed

Kraig obviously touched many, many lives with his smile and his heart for service – his family, friends, teachers, classmates, fellow soldiers in need of a laugh, Iraqi children struggling through desperate lives.

We pray that Kraig’s life and his story inspire the hearts of those still here – to bring joy to those around us and to serve each other in our everyday lives. May your family find peace knowing that Kraig is already inspiring us and our family.

Our prayers for peace and blessings are with you.
Bill, Carrie, Cameron, and Noah Howell
(friends of Rob Foyteck)

Our most heart felt sympathies are with your entire family during these exceptionally difficult times.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Thou it is difficult to think about, Kraig is very much a hero. He provided protection for his comrades and comfort to the people he was charged with protecting. People he did not even know. He is a very special person. Some one God wanted to get to know better.

No matter our personal feelings or desires we are all subject to Gods plan, and we are also recipients of Gods Grace.

You are now crying Tears of Pain. You are crying Tears of Sorrow. You will cry Tears in Kraig's Memory. Memories of the joy he brought you during his time with you. You will also cry tears of Joy knowing he is with God thinking up that next practical joke planning for that day when we are all reunited.

All our love,

Steven & Kristen Long
(Friends of Debbie and Rob Foyteck)

To all Kraig's family and loved ones, what a wonderful man to have known. Kraig worked side by side my fiance for the last two years, forming a friendship that I know can and never will be replaced. Kraig was Michael's best friend. I talked to him on different occasions, saw him on webcam, etc. My heart breaks that I did not get the chance to meet him in person quite yet, and thank him. I'm praying that God will guide all of you through this suffering and pain, and that we will rise and be more like Christ. Kraig was loved by so many, we just need to remember the smiles and laughter that he brought to everyone's lives of differnet levels. Thank you for bringing such a great guy in this world, I'm deeply sorry that he had to leave this way. God be with you, and once again - thank you. and thank you, Kraig. You are my hero.

My condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you. In tough times, it sometimes helps to lean on your friends. We are here for you.

Connie, Chris - My heart goes out to you. Kraig was a wonderful young man who touched my life. Words just cannot express the saddness I feel. I will miss his bright smile and all the pranks.

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss, prayers that the Lord provide you comfort and peace, and our gratitude for the work, and sacrifice, of your Soldier, Kraig, a true American hero. God Bless.

My condolences to the Foyteck family, we share your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Sgt. Foyteck thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice for our nation, you will never be forgotten, you are an American Hero.

Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held
Peace, peace, and farewell..."

Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)
email [email protected]
San Antonio, Texas

Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the loss of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck.
May Kraig rest safely in the Loving Hands of God and know that he is a True American hero, that shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I Pray that God's Comfort and Grace will be with the Foyteck family.
There will never be enough ways, to humbly thank these Young Heroes, for their Supreme Sacrifice,
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1-2

May the Peace of God and your memories of Kraig,
remain in your heart always, may this give you comfort
and strength through the difficult days ahead.
Softly and slowly, time heals.

To the Family of Sgt. Kraig D. Foyteck:
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

Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux,