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“Bryan was a proud father, husband and soldier. He was honored to serve his country and protect his family. He is loved by so many.”
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“Dustin was an amazing man who played many roles during his life… he was a helper and defender always! First and foremost, he always put his country and his family at the top of his priorities. Dustin passed away stateside, in the arms of his wife and children. After enduring multiple deployments he was headed to Korea on a hardship tour and it was determined he had embryonal carcinoma (later known to be caused by the burn pits in Iraq) that had already progressed to stage 3/4. Despite every effort at treatment he wasn’t able to be saved and now his family is living on without him though he will always be in their hearts.”
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"Tom took care of everybody and everything."
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Travis loved music, sports and most importantly his family. He loved the Air Force and he gave all of his heart to all of these things. He has been gone 8 years but the kids and I still talk about him every day and include him in all of our activities.
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“We miss Miguel so much. Life hasn’t been the same.”
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“My late husband CW2 Pilot/Deputy Sheriff Stephen Shull passed away due to a combat service connected illness acquired after exposure to burn pits while deployed overseas. He leaves behind myself as well as our four children Aidan, Izabella, Christian and Finnegan. He lived a life of service, first enlisting in the Coast Guard, then serving in the Army before retiring and becoming a pilot/deputy sheriff where he was employed until he passed away. We love and miss him so very much and his absence has left an unimaginably large hole in our lives.”
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“My Dad Simeon Kert Roderique
My dad Staff Sergeant Simeon Kert Roderique is my Hero because he did a Great thing in this world by joining the United States Army. He is my Hero, my Father that I never got a chance to grow with. My dad died while on active duty in the United States Army. I was only 1 years old at the time. I have no memories of my dad except his photos and the wonderful stories my mom continues to tell me about him. I often think of my dad wondering what it would have been like if he was still here. One thing I know for sure is that he lives within me and watches over me. My dad Staff Sergeant Simeon Kert Roderique will always be my Hero, because of the Love he had for me, Mommy, and all the important things that he accomplished in the Army. May you Forever Rest in Peace.
My Hero, My Dad, Simeon Kert Roderique”
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Demond was such a great family man. He always made sure his family was OK first. And he was a great mentor for young sailors. He always took good care of his friends and family. He was a very caring man. We miss him tremendously. Our 17 year old daughter Alise and I currently live in Japan. Our beautiful daughter looks just like her dad, and every time people mention it, it makes me smile. Her passion is tennis! She is in senior year this fall, so she’s determined to win the games! She’s planning to go to college in CA. I am working on building a maintenance company as a part-time, and full time mom! I also volunteer whenever I have time. I got this passion for volunteering after my husband passed because we received so much support, so I want to give back to our community.
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SSG Chris Woodard was known to most simply as "Woody". He was funny, charismatic and made friends easily. He was a great Dad and loved his boys and his bonus kids. He is dearly missed every day.
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Tech. Sgt. Thomas Eugene Grace, Jr., USAF, 36, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012 in Kusan, Republic of Korea while on active duty. He was born July 11, 1975 in Memphis, Tenn., the son of Thomas and Teresa Bell Grace, Sr. He was a 1993 graduate of Bandy's High School and then entered the United States Air Force where he served 18 years. Thomas had served in Okinawa, Japan, Kusan, Republic of Korea, Baghdad, Iraq as well as Air Force bases in the United States. Thomas enjoyed NASCAR, Karaoke, going to the beach and camping with his family
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“I met my husband, Chris in 1991. After he graduated high school, his parents dictated his career path. He was told the school that he would attend and the degree that he would pursue. However, his parents did not not provide any emotional or financial support. Chris was working three jobs and studying something that he was not interested in. He wanted to pursue his own interests and knew that he had to venture out of our hometown to do so. Chris’ grandfather and my father both served in the US Army and were positive influences in his life. He explored his options and decided that the Navy was the best choice for his life path. He enlisted on November 21, 1996. After recruit training, Chris completed Fire Control ‘A’ School and MK-86 Fire Control ‘C’ School at ‘Naval Training Center, ‘ Great Lakes, IL. Later he completed the MK-160 ‘C’ School and Micro and Mini Electronic Repair (2M) at Naval Station Norfolk, VA. He was designated as a Fire Controlman (FC) specializing in the MK-86 Gun Fire Control System and later the MK-160 Gun Weapon System. Chris was an incredible Sailor who moved through the ranks quickly. He advanced to the rank of Chief Petty Officer (E-7) in about 7 years. Soon thereafter, he decided to change career paths. He applied for, and was accepted into the Navy’s Limited Duty Officer (LDO) Program as an Ordinance Officer. He completed LDO training at Officer Training Command, in Newport, RI. Chris received numerous awards and honors. They include but are not limited to: the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct, National Defense, Armed Forces Expedition, Kosovo Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Sea Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Pistol Marksman Ribbon. He also earned his Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist and Surface Warfare Officer designators. During his 19 years of service, Chris was stationed on the USS Nicholson (DD-982), the USS Vella Gulf (CG-72), the USS Comstock (LSD-45), the USS Cape St. George (CG-71), and the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69). He was also stationed at NAES Lakehurst, NJ and at White Sands Missile Range in NM. He was a Lieutenant at the time of his death. His fitness reports were always outstanding and he was consistently recommended for advancement. Chris served the Navy with his full heart and soul and I have no doubt that he would have continued to advance through retirement. I am proud of my husband for many reasons but most of all of his emotional strength and his selflessness. I know how hard it was for him to have been deployed the greater majority of his life and although he struggled with his absenteeism, he was determined to provide the best life possible for me and our children. I saw how the stress affected him but he pressed on for his family. He suppressed his emotional distress and left it at the front door. He never let Ryan or Dylan know that he was exhausted mentally and physically and he gave everything toward being the amazing father that he was when he was with them. It is painful that he was so close to retirement and died before we could ever truly be together as family. His death was the most painful experience of my life. He was and always will be the love of my life. Living without him has been extremely challenging to say the least. My children and I miss him dearly. If there was any wish we could have, it would be to have him back in our lives.”
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“John was my high school sweetheart and best friend. Together, we were raising our two sons and making plans for our future. He deployed and never came home, but I do my best to honor his legacy every day and he remains in our hearts.”
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Ji Ho Lee served as a US Navy Seabee from 1999-2003. He was deployed to the Iraq War and got 100% PTSD disability from his military period. He was a great servant for the USA and a loving father/husband to us.
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“Paul was a good provider and loved his family and never burned any bridges”
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“Aaron was the love of my life”
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“Michael was an amazing dad. He had a great sense of humor. One of his favorite things was having family and friends over for barbecues. We miss him so much.”
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“Anthoney was a wonderful husband and father.”
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Not a day goes by that you’re not thought of. We love and miss you so much!!
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Mike served in the army for over 22 years. He was a veteran of several deployments, a father, a husband and a mentor to countless junior soldiers. Mike was part of a forward surgical team and passed on July 20, 2022 during annual training at Fort Gordon.
Sugar Bear Foundation Honors the men and women who have given their lives in service to our country while we support the spouses and children they leave bef
