Name: Army Sgt. Gary D. Willett Age: 34 From: Alamogordo, N.M.; Assigned to the 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Incident: Army Sgt. Gary D. Willett died Feb. 8 in Taji, Iraq, of wounds sustained when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device. Also killed were Sgt. Timothy P. Martin, Spc. Michael T. Manibog and Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt.
Died:
February
08, 2008 Four Hawaii-based soldiers killed in Iraq
The Associated Press
HONOLULU — The Army says four soldiers in the Stryker brigade based at Schofield Barracks died in Iraq after a roadside bomb hit their vehicle.
The soldiers died in the town of Taji on Feb. 8.
Two of the soldiers were from California: Spc. Michael T. Manibog, 31, of Alameda, and Sgt. Timothy P. Martin, 27, of Pixley.
Manibog and Marting both joined the Army three years ago.
Staff Sgt. Jerald A. Whisenhunt, 32, of Orrick, Mo., and Sgt. Gary D. Willett, 34, of Alamogordo, N.M., also died. Whisenhunt joined the Army in 2000 and Willett joined in 1995.
The four were assigned to the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team in the
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY miyembro on May 17, 2008
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime,
with intense gratitude. May God bless you and your family.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms.
We cherish too, the Poppy redThat grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skiesThat blood of heros never dies.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 23, 2008
There beside a grave she stands. A folded flag clutched in her hands. A silent teardrop on her face, her brave young child has entered grace. She does not hear the sermon said, just memories run through her head. The child she held so long ago, the child with faith she let go. The child who heard the nation's call, and in the end gave it all, without fear or thoughts of self, thoughts of freedom and little else. The bugle sounds TAPS in the wind, a mournful sound it does send. A reminder to us all, that for freedom this price was paid, and her sweet young to rest was laid.~~I can't comprehend just how sad you must feel. For the loss of your beloved Gary who you love so much. This sorrowful time must still feel unreal.And you look for strength from above.~~I hope from my heart , that your pain will decresase, that your spirit will gain strength again. And I pray your faith will create inner peace.~~ Deepest Sympathy and GOD BLESS. Norma J. Coan Louisville , Ky. U.S.A.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
EAGLES~~To bring down evil, some must fall. To fight for right, some answer the call.~~To help the oppressed, some give up their time, their homes, their loves, they are eagles not doves.~~To keep peace for those in need, some go into wars of just we read.~~To keep us safe, it's soldiers we call. They will all give some and some will give all.~~ Thank you Sgt. Willett for Defending Freedom and America.~~Sydney Meyer Age 10 Louisville, Ky.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
It Has Always Been The Soldier----It is the Soldier, not the President, who gives us Democracy.----It is the Soldier, not the Congress, who takes care of us.--It is the Soldier, not the Reporter, who has given us Freedom of the Press..----It is the Soldier, not the Campus Organizer, who has given us the Freedom to Demonstrate.----It is the Soldier, who Salutes the Flag, Who Serves Beneath the Flag, and Whose Coffin is Draped By the Flag that allows the Protestor to Burn the Flag----Kyle Richmond U.S. Army Sgt. Retired (WWII Veteran)
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter. And may the beauty of precious moments be your comfort.Deepest and Most Heart-felt Sympathy. Cora MeyerLouisville, Ky. U.S.A.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Fill the cracks of your broken heart with fond memories of the past. GOD BLESS You All.
Clara Langley Louisville, Ky.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Remember me in your hearts, in your thoughts, and the memories of the times we loved, the times we cried, and the times we laughed, for if you always think of me, I will never be gone.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
To some I may be nothing more than a distant memory. My life on earth is over now, but do you remember me ? I know, I left without warning, but GOD's work for me was through. Please don't try to stop the thoughts of me, because I never will of you.----Some may hear or speak my name and vanish the thought of me, Why is it now that I am gone no one stops to see, I am closer to you now than I ever was before. I love you all the same and will for ever more.----So, Please don't let my memory slowly fade away....For I'm still inside your heart you see, where I will always stay.----Don't think of me as gone forever because someday we'll meet again. Keep me close inside your heart until GOD tells you when.----You may be there for many years, no one ever knows, so let my memory stay alive as the love inside you grows.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
A life well-lived doesn't end anymore than the music ends, it echoes through time with the whispers of beauty and grace. If we listen, we can hear the encore with our hearts, for the song plays on, just as love lives on. Just remember that grief cannot take away the happiness you shared, that sorrow will fade in time, but love remains forever.Chloe Coan Louisville Ky. U.S.A. all the way.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
This is my wish for you; comfort on difficult days, smiles when sadness intrudes, rainbows to follow the clouds, laughter to kiss your lips, hugs when spirits sag, sunsets to warm your heart, friendships to brighten your being, beauty for you eyes to see, faith so you can believe, confidence when in doubt, patience to accept the truth, courage to know yourself, love to complete your life.GOD BLESS YOU ALL----Faith Meyer Louisville Ky.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
TAPS---TAPS the most beautiful bugle call, known as the most eloquent of all.----Not only to signal the day is done, but to say goodbye, to a comrade, brother, or son.----A melody so hauntingly profound, a piercing yet peaceful sound.---Soundedover every soldiers grave, to honor those who were so brave.----Rifles are fired in the sky, to say farewell to another American G.I.----Listening to the bugle play, reminds us of the price they had to pay.----The sound is bittersweet, letting go of a hero, to someday again meet.---Nothing is more touching perhaps, or can render emotion like the call of TAPS.----You can hear the bugle weep, where men of valor sleep.----Tears from a bugle fall, as TAPS is played, for the heroes who gave their all.----Edward P. Meyer U.S. Navy Veteran WWII. Louisville Ky. U,S.A.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Heaven's Heroes~~~Don't cry fo me as I lie in repose, dying for freedom is what I chose.~~~ There isn't any pain or suffering anymore, because I've just walked through Heaven's Door.~~~Here everything is brand new, I'm with my brothers, who were proud to die for freedom too.~~~As you stand before me don't weep, it is just my body that is asleep.~~~My spirit soars high above, where I'm surrounded by Angel's and GOD's love. ~~~Thank you for the respects you pay. I just want you to know, I've gone home today.~~~My job here on earth is done, and my new life in Heaven has just begun.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Sunshine fades and shadows fall, but sweet remembrance out last all.........I am deeply gratefulto you Sgt. Willett for defending freedom and protectiing me. Sincerely Mark Regenauer Shelbyville Ky.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
No person is ever truly alone. Those who live no more, whom we loved, echo still within our thoughts, our words, our hearts. And what they did and who they were becomes a part of all the we are forever. Deepest Appreciation Sgt. Willett for being all you could be and defending our Country and me. David Hatfield New Orleans, Louisiana.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear, fond memories linger everyday, and remembrance keeps Gary near.---Jackie Ellis Greenville Mississippi
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Don't think of him as gone away, his journey has just begun, life holds so many facets, this earth is only one. Just think of him as resting from sorrow and tears, in a place of warmth and comfort, where there are no days and years. Think of how he must be wishing that you could know today, how nothing but sadness can really pass away. And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched and he was loved so much. ----Thank You Sgt. Willett for giving your all to answer the nation's call. Junior Jennings Jacksonville Fla.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
May you rest peacefully for the rest of eternity and live on forever in the hearts and memories of thosewho love you.-----Donetta Jewell from Clarksville Tennesee
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
Beautiful memories are wonderful things, they last till the longest day, they never wear out, never get lost, and can never be given away. To some you may be forgotten, to others a part of the past. But to those who loved you, your memory will always last.--- I am so sorry for the heart-breaking loss that you are forced to endure. Genetta Griffin, Gulf Shores Alabama.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
The tide recedes but leaves bright seashells on the sand, the sun goes down but the gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops & yet in echoes on in sweet refrains...for every joy that passes something beautiful remains. ---May the music play on and on for Sgt. Willett. ---Stevie Coan Louisville Ky. U.S.A.
Prayers & Condolences For: Gary D Willett BY Anonymous on Mar 22, 2008
It matters not how long a star shines, What is remembered is the brightness of the light.
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