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Remembrances

Editor's Note: The Oregonian wanted to offer an opportunity for those who knew a service member or those who wanted to comment on their sacrifice to add to their tribute. To leave a remembrance, or view by service member, see service member bios.

  Johnson, Michael E.

Greg Chase wrote: What can I say? It's been eight weeks but it seems like a year! I, too, think of you often. I awake at 3 or 4 in the morning and lay there. I remember your first visit to Oregon when you and Dan were 15 and Steve was 14. Driving you to the OSU campus in Corvallis for the first day of your freshman year. Your graduation and commissioning ceremony in 2006, your wedding in Keiser in 2007. I remember your infectious smile. You impacted the lives of everyone you met - you made making friends look easy, and influenced your friends to be better people. You set the bar for your brothers. You were a very special young man. Our prayers go out to Durinda and your family. You are not forgotten. Carpe Diem and Semper Fi! Greg & Ann
Date Posted: October 30, 2009

  Johnson, Robert L.

Robert Resare wrote: Words don't seem to be enough. Semper Fi,Robert. From an old Corpsman.
Date Posted: February 6, 2009

  Jones, Robert

Amanda Pearson wrote: Bobby we MISS YOU!
Date Posted: May 28, 2007

Breanna wrote: Bobby we all want you to know we will always love you and we will always miss you.love breanna & kyle
Date Posted: June 18, 2009

John ( bobbys uncle) wrote: Bobby i love you and i miss you so so much.love uncle John
Date Posted: June 18, 2009

breanna wrote: i miss you bobby we all miss you!!
Date Posted: June 21, 2009

  Kent, Aaron A.

Kelly Dempsey wrote: Aaron and I were childhood buddies. I think of him and his wonderful laugh just about everyday. I miss u so much aaron and want u to know u r so very loved. Thank you for giving your life to protect this country we all so dearly love. You r in each and every prayer and thought. Love Kelly Dempsey
Date Posted: June 19, 2007

  Lee, Marc A.

Bruce wrote: Marc, It wouldn’t be until a few months ago, that I would stumble across a familiar name, one that I had remembered very fondly. As I clicked on the link I would see your face and feel a sudden sinking feeling in my heart along with guilt. I reflect on the words that we had when you were checking into the command for you second attempt at BUD/S. It was defiantly good to see you again since we went our separate ways after class 240. I was happy to know you were still pursuing your goal. I wish we would had more time, but things between us went on unsaid. I as I separated from the Navy and began college in an attempt to find myself, I would reflect on what you told me on almost a weekly bases, and you were right. When I was checking out you told me that “ I was just burnt out, and I’d be back in a couple of years”.. I was hoping to be able to tell you in person, but I miss my chance. After I graduate from college I’m going to venture back down the same path from which I came. I’m sorry I didn’t know sooner or I would have flown out to pay my respects. I feel incredibly guilt for not doing so. Been a combat vet myself I would constantly check the fallen heros page for familiar faces, but somehow allowed myself to become absorbed into the hustles of daily life, and neglected to follow up on those currently in the fight. As a tribute to you, I having a t-shirt made with a picture of you that I designed., which I gonna wear during my Rugby games. That’s why I’m writing this. I was looking for pictures of you online, because I can’t find any of you and myself. Brother I’m so sorry you had to go, but I’m also so proud how you handled yourself in such a time of extraordinary circumstances. That being said, it doesn’t make it any easier for those of us that will miss you. I’m not a religious man, but my heart and thoughts go out to your family, especially you wife. I hope Amanda never has to experience the pain that your wife and your family had to endure, one could only began to fathom. I hope you can make some sense of what I’m trying to say. I’ve never been very good at expressing myself. I love you, and catch you on the flip side. B
Date Posted: March 29, 2007

pat lucas wrote: I share with your family and have spoken with them. My oldest son, Jeff was kia 6/28/05. Not a day goes by that I do not think of him and all of you for your patriotism and dedication to defending our nation for your family, friends and world. Freedom is not free, but I am grateful forever for all of you securing my freedom. a proud ma of a US Navy SEAL and soldier, pat lucas, corbett, oregon
Date Posted: March 19, 2008

S Wallace wrote: I didn't know you but saw the camp named after you at Ar Ramadi. It has been an honor to work with those there.
Date Posted: July 31, 2008