Spc. Nicholas P. Olson
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Peggy Childers
September 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Olson:
Please accept my remembrance of Nicholas on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 18, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Nicholas P. Olson:
Remembering Nicholas 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
Melanie Staubitz
October 30, 2009
Dear Olson family, Nicole, Melody, Raymond, and Anita Moran,
Nicholas sounds like he was a wonderful man, one of our many true heroes. As a member of Prayer Shawls for Fallen Soldiers (PS4FS), we would be honored to send anyone in the family a prayer shawl in memory of Nicholas that would like one. The shawls are just our small way of showing our appreciation, compassion, and gratitude for Nick's and your ultimate sacrifice. If we can send anyone a shawl, please contact me with your address and we would love to do that. Thank you and God Bless you all.
HONORING A HERO (FORT LEWIS) CPL NICHOLAS OLSON
September 18, 2009
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Karli Jayne
September 15, 2009
I still miss and think about you every day, Nick.
You were then, are now, and always will be a part of me and a part of my family.
These memories will last forever.
I love you so much.
Until we meet again old friend...
We loved to sail together
September 13, 2009
He learned to fly at 16
September 13, 2009
Father & Son
September 13, 2009
My Son My Soldier I love you
Nicholas Paul Olson
September 13, 2009
Gina Zanussi
May 25, 2009
God bless you and your family this Memorial Day and thank you sincerely for your service and sacrifice. You aren't forgotten.
Kenna Larra
December 11, 2008
We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families at this time. This is a Nonprofit Organization to honor are Soldiers!
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Sincerely,
Kenna
In Memory of Nicholas ~ (Debra Estep)
September 19, 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 Nicholas, but I am remembering
his service. 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
A HERO
Karen, Joe & Chris Landry
September 18, 2008
CPL. NICHOLAS OLSON; CPL, DONALD VALENTINE III; CPL. JOSEPH LANDRY III....SONS....BROTHERS....SOLDIERS...HEROS..... STOOD TOGETHER ON THEIR LAST DAY ON EARTH STANDING TALL TOGETHER IN HEAVEN
chris morton
July 16, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
July 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Olson!
ANNA VALENTINE(CPL DONALD E VALENTINE) KIA SEPT 18 2007
June 23, 2008
HEAVEN HAS ANOTHER HERO.I KNOW IT HARD MY SON DONALD WAS ALSO KILLED WITH OLSON. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND NICK WILL BE LOOKING DOWN ON YOU FROM HEAVEN
Jenn Wooster
April 19, 2008
everyday i open the stars and stripes and pray that i never have to see a fellow soldiers name in the small little box. The day i saw yours ranks as the worst day of my deployment. Nicole and Nick you were both friends of mine from grade school on up i wish we had all stayed in better contact through the years after. Im still praying for you both and of course your daughter. rest in peace my friend and help my unit finish of the last 3 months of this deployment. you made the ulitmate sacrifice and i love you for it.
David Cordick
March 24, 2008
Nick i still think of you every time i see a Jeep drive by. As long as i live you will be remembered by me brother. I wish we could be back in lewis again wrenchin on Jon's truck or just being stupid. Miss you guys bad
Mrs. Lane Pietrylo
January 1, 2008
Dear Olson family,
I am sorry to learn of Nicholas' death, but I wish to express to you my gratitude for his efforts in the Army. He began serving America and sacrificing for each one of us long before he was called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice. He is worthy of our honor and continued appreciation. Thank you for sharing him with us.
brandon carter
October 30, 2007
nicholos was like a bro to me,i was there the day it happend and my deepest applogies and sorrows go to his wife and duaghter and his whole famly spc carter,brandon
Lynn Pugliese
October 15, 2007
Dear Olson Family,
My name is Lynn I am Roger Graniss's daughter. We met a long time ago and I remember your son. You will all remain in my prayers daily your son was and is a beautiful person who has made a difference in this world. Thank you for allowing my dad to be apart of your families life. I am know Naomi is looking after him, most likely making his lots of good food. I will light a candle for your family and Spc. Nicholas every Sunday. My daughters boyfriend is station in Ramadi, Iraq for the next 7 months he is in the Marines. May we all continue to keep all these hero's in our prayers day and night. With Gods loving touch to you and your family. With special blessings to his wife and child.
Lynn Graniss Pugliese
Hebrews 11:6
October 13, 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
Chris C.
October 9, 2007
We are united in prayer for the family of Spc. Nicholas Olson. Your family has been added to our church's prayer list. We remember and honor the service of Nicholas to our great country. May he rest in peace until Christ's second coming when we will all be reunited in the presence of our Savior. May God hold you in the hollow of His almighty hands.
7th grade Louisburg
October 2, 2007
We care and share your sorrow and pride.
Angela Stahl (sister-in-law to Stan Blaskowski, brother of Matt)
October 2, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved soldier. You do not grieve alone, we have just lost our own hometown hero. He will be laid to rest this Thursday 10/04/07, our hearts are broken. I pray that our Heavenly Father will wrap you in His loving arms, and give you peace.
Thank You, Spc. Nicholas Olson, for your sacrifice.
Remembering SFC Matthew Dale Blaskowski
KIA 9/23/07 in Afghanistan
Our hearts grieve.
Powell
October 1, 2007
Our home was your home through out your life. I am forever grateful that you were a part of it..
The joys and memories will forever linger in our hearts and in our home....
Everyone of your family members loved you with all there hearts...
Ruth Cordick
September 29, 2007
To the Olson Family
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
I did not know your husband/son/brother, but my son David did, as he is serving in the same unit in Iraq, and held him in high regard as a good man - too soon gone.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom Gugliuzza
September 27, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Olson family in the loss of Nicholas. I did not know Nicholas, 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. Nicholas 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~
September 25, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Olson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Anita Moran
September 23, 2007
Thank you for all of your wishes for us, the family of Nick. We will miss him very much. I am very glad that I had him for 22 years. - Mom
Spc.Oramas
September 23, 2007
From my battle buddy in basic, to my best friend in this unit, I will miss you like a brother. To the family, Nicole if you need anything at all contact Raven or myself when I get back from this deployment. I'm so sorry for your loss we send our love and prayers
September 22, 2007
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)
Sandy Bonesteel
September 22, 2007
As the mother of a son who is deployed, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.
Southeast Asia 1970's
Thomas Burford
September 21, 2007
I humble myself before the brave families that stand here with their love, as a hand out that we may understand. They do not judge, they share a common thread, remembering those who gave all of themselves, that other might not have to someday follow them. I am a combat veteran of another war, and I will never forget why we go, when we are called to a place far, far, away.
Gale Poindexter
September 21, 2007
I am writing to offer my condolences to your family over the loss of your HERO Spc Nicholas P Olson. I also lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear. My son was also from Ft Lewis and the Stryker Brigade
When things settle down, I recommend that you contact a man named Michael Reagan @
www.michaelgreaganartist.com
He will draw one portrait of the fallen soldier. He does this for free and will draw any picture of your choosing. He has drawn presidents and other celebrities. My husband and I got one and it has helped me with the healing process. Michael is a truly gifted artist that captures the very essence of the person he draws. I look at my picture everyday and it gives me a connection that I cannot explain.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service.
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT -KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
SHIRLEY DONEY
September 21, 2007
REST IN PEACE NICHOLAS, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFU MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
September 21, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Specialist Olson. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. His life and his love of country epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe him ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… his family!!!
Valorie
September 21, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Garnet Jenkins
September 21, 2007
My Deepest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to the family of Spc. Nicholas P. Olson, with So Much Gratitude for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
The price Nicholas and his family have paid, Will Never Be Forgotten. May he Rest Safely, in God's Care and may the Peace of God be with the Olson family.
I am the Sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago
"Surely He hath borne our grief,
and carried our sorrows."
~ Isaiah 53:4 ~
May you find comfort and strength, in the beautiful memories of times spent with Nicholas.
Quietly and gently, may healing come, with each new day.
You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
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