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Nathaniel Hammond
January 20, 2014
May 7, 2013
Allow me to express my sorrow over the passing of Nathaniel, although some years have passed. We will always be grateful for this young man who lived his young life well.
Donna Toney
May 27, 2012
Nathan's family, God Bless You, Nathan was so special to us and we miss him.
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Cpl. Nathaniel T. Hammond:
Please accept my remembrance of Nathaniel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
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Shannon Williams-Austill
May 30, 2011
The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.
While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more
To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one thing they truly deserve.
The loved one's that they have left behind,
The Gold Star mothers, like your and mine
We honor them proudly, every day
Our American Soldier...Proud and Brave
By Shannon Williams-Austill
I want to thank this soldier for their sacrifice.
And, I wish to extend my deepest regards to the loved ones they have left behind. Their service to our nation, has not gone unnoticed. They are our heroes, who paid the ultimate price for us, and that is something that every American needs to be reminded of and remember everyday.
The freedom we all have, we have because of brave young men and women who made a choice to defend and serve.
Today, let me remember your loved one with you.
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Cpl. Nathaniel T. Hammond:
Remembering Nathaniel 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
June 15, 2010
Semper Fidelis Cpl Hammond. You are not forgotten. GySgt Leonard wpns co 2/24.
Kenna Larra
August 11, 2009
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Shannon Williams-Austill
May 26, 2009
With the passing of yet another Memorial Day weekend, I'm humbly reminded that our family is not the only Gold Star family in Oklahoma. I've set aside time today to reflect on the past and remember that your family has suffered the loss of their soldier. Thank you for this soldier's service and duty. As he will always be dearly missed because he payed the ultimate sacrifice. He gave his life to protect our country and our freedom.
Sister of Spc. Jeffrey S. Henthorn (Balad, Iraq Feb. 8, 2005)
God bless this special soldier and his grieving loved ones. Be by their side in their time of need.
[email protected]
Allisyn Osborn
March 31, 2009
I just wanted to say that I am sorry for your loss. I also wanted to say THANK YOU to CPL Hammond for serving and defending our country and for his dedicated service. It means a great deal to me and others out there. I have several friends in the Armed Forces and currently serving overseas. Again I thank you for his service and sacrifice, he will be greatly missed and honored
In Memory of Nathaniel ~ (Debra Estep)
November 8, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Nathaniel, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Peggy Childers
November 8, 2008
To the family of Cpl. Nathaniel T. Hammond:
Nathaniel 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
Cody Dikeman
August 16, 2008
Not every man who has died in this war was good, even though we would like to think so. This man however was a exceptional man. I have seen his deeds exceed mine. I have seen his loyalty and comitment under pressure. I have seen him show up when he did not have too. I have seen his resolve. I dont need to exagerate, this was the kind of man Nathan was. I am proud of Nathan Hammond. I will see you again, I hope there is a rib crib in heaven. Semper Fi
April 20, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Cpl Hammond!
Ameer
December 14, 2007
greater love hath no man but this that a man lay down his life for his friends. im very sorry...i was the last person who spoke to nathan befor we where attacked by
the explosion...i was with him...i wish i could have changed what happend...im sorry again
Michael iezzi
November 8, 2007
Nathaniel,
Thinking and praying for you on the 3rd year 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.
Richard Kasper
October 29, 2007
I was one of Nathan's "DOCS". Even though I was not one of his best friends cause we did not know each other that well his death told a great toll on me. I still struggle for weeks around the 8th of November cause he was a true friend and kind man. I made sure that I took care of him in the times that he needed it. He will always be in my heart as my friend , my brother and my Marine.
Tony S. Ymata
August 28, 2007
Nate, you'll never be forgotten, ever! I think alot about you. Our days of school in Tulsa. You will always be a great friend.
July 29, 2007
If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. 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 Le Ron A. Wilson (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
July 13, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Cpl Hammond and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Aunt of a Marine
Charlene Phillips
June 26, 2007
God Bless. I lost my brother August 4, 2006, My prayers are with you!
Jamie(Proud wife of a deployed Sailor) Graves
March 7, 2007
Cpl. Hammond and his family have paid the ultimate sacrifice..Breaks my heart we have lost another HERO!! God Bless his family/friends, he will never be forgotten and forever missed..
March 6, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
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
Karen Hickman
March 5, 2007
On behalf of Gold Star Siblings, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Dennis (USMC - Viet Nam) & Pam Robertson
March 5, 2007
We are saddened at the loss of this young marine, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you during these sorrowful times. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Semper Fi Cpl Nathaniel Hammond
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06
Michael Iezzi
March 5, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Nathaniel 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 Nathaniel in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Pat L
March 4, 2007
I am so sorry abaut the loss of your precious loved one. I honor Cpl. Hammond for his service & sacrifice. I know he was courageous & loyal because that's the way Marines are. He is a true hero. God Bless You.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
March 4, 2007
Rest in peace Marine.You earned your wings.
Gary Allain
March 3, 2007
Cpl. Nathaniel T. Hammond
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
January 24, 2007
“Paid in Full”
To Honor The Service of Fallen and Injured Marines
Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full
We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward
What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our hearts we will cherish your lives
Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the Few, the Proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us
They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown
Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full
Garnet Jenkins
November 8, 2006
Remembering Cpl. Nathaniel T. Hammond, on this 2nd anniversary of the day he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May this Fine Young Hero rest in God's Loving Care and know that he will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and Comfort, continue to be with the Hammond family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967.
For we know that if our earthly house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.
2 Corinthians 5:1
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 19, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Hammond family in the loss of Nathaniel. I did not know Nathaniel, 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. Nathaniel it has been 17 months since you were taken. You are a 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~
Irene and Gary Campbell
July 5, 2005
My granddaughter is Alicia Ross. I met Nathan after Alicia started going with him. I loved him like a grandson. He was always so respectful and fun to be around. We joked all the time and we had fun scaring eachother.
I feel so privledged to have met him. I still cannt believe he won't walk though my door again. He always had to stop and talk to Alicia's grandfather. Sometimes Alicia would have to grab his arm and drag him away from talking to her grandfather so she could have some time with Nathan. I loved that boy so much.
You did a great job raising him. I also met your 3 beautiful daughters and 2 granddaughters. I felt so close to them. We talked about Nathan. I told them I was angry that GOD took him away from us but one of them sais "GOD had a better place for him". You are really blessed to have had Nathan and have your wonderful family.
I will never forget him, as all my family. When he would stay the night I would get up to go to work and he would be on the couch reading his BIBLE. We all know where he is.
Love,
Robin Kendrick
June 21, 2005
We met Nathan when he and Alicia first started dating. We knew right then that he was a great person and she loved him very much.
We met your three daughters and two grand-daughters, this past Friday at Alicia's graduation from TTC. Just being near them, you couldn't help but feel that part of Nathan was there. It was so touching that they would drive all the way from Missouri to be with her on such an important day in her life. It meant so much to all of us. You raised them well, just like Nathan.
We were Blessed just to have known him. We will always miss him.
Love, The Kendrick family
L. England
June 7, 2005
My son Denny served with your son Nathan. When it happened Denny was very emotionally upset. He emailed us a picture of Nathan. I even still have a picture of us talking to Denny with a picture of Nathan in the corner, on my cell phone. That was the first time we got to talk to Denny in months, on that day. He's back in Oklahoma now, but will be returning in the near future. He feels his job is not done, and wont be done until his last breath. I know Denny misses Nathan very much, as well as you all do. When we went to Oklahoma in April when he got back, he showed us a video tribute to Nathan. It was sad, but beautiful. Thank you for supporting your son in what he did so we can continue to be a free nation. Freedom has never been free. Just like salvation, it costs somebody else a great expense, their life. Thank you. The England Family.
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