JOHN O'DONNELL
MARINE VET
NY
HONORING A BRAVE MARINE HERO
THIS MAN HAS GIVEN OF HIMSELF EVERTHING HE COULD, SO THAT HIS BROTHER MARINES AND THE PEOPLE BACK HOME COULD LIVE A MORE PEACEFUL LIFE. THIS GIFT OF HIS LIFE SHOWS THE GREATNESS OF THIS HERO. HERO'S DON'T WEAR A CAPE OR MASK NO! THEY WEAR MARINE GREEN.HERO'S COME IN DIFFERENT SHAPE'S AND SIZE'S. AS EACH DAY PASSES,WE MUST TAKE THE TIME TO REMEMBER WHAT THIS HERO GAVE UP! SO THAT WE COULD LIVE IN A FREE SOCIETY. THANK YOU ! SEMPER FI! HERO YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. DOSEN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE A 2YR, 3YR, 4YR, ENLISTMENT OR A DRAFTEE OR RESERVIST, YOU HAVE EARNED THE TITTLE OF U.S. MARINE! A NATION CRIES OUT FOR THE LOSS OF ONE OF ITS ITS SON'S.
Mar 31, 2014 |
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Brian Meyers
meyers3951@gmail.com
Nephew
How does a person who you never met become such a poignant figure in your life? My Uncle Chuck has only existed to me through photos and stories from family and dear friends who have all shared in his ultimate sacrifice. And yet, I think of him often and that void can only be filled with pride. So on this day of remembrance, I reflect on his spirit and I am honored and proud of Uncle Chuck.
Feb 10, 2014 |
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Rob Pearce
Marine Sgt Nam 66'67'
Noticed that there have been no comments for several years and just wanted to say that you are remembered on the date of your loss. semper fi PFC
Feb 10, 2014 |
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manny g
Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe
Union Gap, WA. 98903
“You are Remembered”
Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. "He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother”. Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless You for your Sacrifice!!!
Feb 10, 2008 |
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Fellow Marine
Well done Marine rest in peace
THE TIME you won your town the race We chaired you through the market-place Man and boy stood cheering by, And home we brought you shoulder-high. To-day, the road all runners come, Shoulder-high we bring you home, And set you at your threshold down, Townsman of a stiller town. Smart lad, to slip betimes away From fields where glory does not stay And early though the laurel grows It withers quicker than the rose. Eyes the shady night has shut Cannot see the record cut, And silence sounds no worse than cheers After earth has stopped the ears: Now you will not swell the rout Of lads that wore their honours out, Runners whom renown outran And the name died before the man. So set, before its echoes fade, The fleet foot on the sill of shade, And hold to the low lintel up The still-defended challenge-cup. And round that early-laurelled head Will flock to gaze the strengthless dead, And find unwithered on its curls The garland briefer than a girl’s. A.E. Housman, "Don't be afraid, I've redeemed you.
I've called your name. You're mine.
Isaiah 43:1 (REN)
Semper Fi
Feb 10, 2008 |
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Garnet Jenkins
Grand Junction Co.
~In Remembrance of a Fallen Hero~
It is an Honor to pay tribute to Pfc Charles Michael Swaim, with So Much Gratitude for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest well Charles and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of Sgt. David Dickinson, who also made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam in 1967.....
"I HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT, I HAVE FINISHED MY COURSE, I HAVE KEPT THE FAITH" ~ Timothy 2:4:7 ~
Feb 10, 2008 |
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gerald hines
ghines@tampabay.rr.com
wounded in same explosion
2390 citrus hill rd
palm harbor,fl 34683 Usa
my best friend- i think of you often
Chuck Swaim and I where S-2 scouts together with 3rd bn 26th Marines and I was wounded when Chuck stepped on a landmine. We were both from the Pittsburgh area and had joined the S-2 scouts in California at Camp Pendleton. Chuck was my best friend and I miss his smiling face and sense of humor. Chuck's presence is in my heart and I have tried to lead a life that reflects what Chuck desired in his life.
Tuesday, April 13, 1999 |
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Glenn Swaim
swaim4248@aol.com
Brother
Chuck was my younger brother. There is never a day that goes by that I dont't think about him. He died at such a young age and never had a chance to know his nephews and nieces much less have a family of his own. Chuck came from a long history of military service to our country that goes back to the Revolutionary War. I know he is with good company. I am getting up their in age and I know that it won't be too much longer before we see each other again. God I miss him so!
Monday, October 23, 2000 |
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Ray Harton
mc2316774@aol.com
Fellow Marine
The Reverend Vincent Robert Capodanno Foundation Inc
http://www.father-capodanno.org
Honoring a Brave Marine Today. I did not know you but will never forget your Sacrifice and Service to our Country and our Corps. "Rest In Peace" and Semper-Fi. Cpl.Harton USMC Ret. Vietnam 1967 5th Marines.
Monday, October 09, 2000 |
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David R. Newman
willhayden2@earthlink.net
Fellow Scout. 3/26 and 2/26, H&S
200 Lost Falls Cove
Wimberley, TX 78676 USA
Never to be Forgotten.
Sunday, August 12, 2001 |
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