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Name: Anthony Bakker Location: Kirkland, Wa Comments: My family and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your personal loss is also a loss to every citizen of this nation, and even more so to his Marine Brothers and Sisters. We will never forget the sacrifices made by the men and women in uniform and especially those who gave the most. Semper FI Name: Jim Smyth Location: New York Comments: As a former US Marine I want to offer my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Bobby Warms. Name: Michael Cosyns Location: Deux-Acren/BELGIUM Comments: Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the death of your son and husband Robert. I am convinced that he died in a battle between barbary and civilization, and that the sacrifices made by Bobby and his brothers-in-arms are making this battleground a place where one day Freedom and Justice will reign. When that day comes and the region of the Middle East is no longer bringing forth evil men intent upon wreaking terrible havoc in your streets and cities, people will realize that many live because Bobby and his comrades died. I will pray for Bobby and for all of you. May his child grow up in a better world. I have saved Bobby's photograph and will never forget his name and image as long as I live. Thank you for Bobby. He died as a Warrior and a Proud Member of the Marines. Although I never served myself in the military, I think it is fitting that my farewell reflects this. To you, Bobby: SEMPER FIDELIS. Name: Vaughn Pakkala Comments: I just saw the video of a fallen marine, Cpl Bobby Warns. It was beautiful. Bobby, I sure was a wonderful Man and Marine. Although I didn't know him, he is a fallen comrade of mine. I'm a retired Marine since 1989 and serves with many of these fine men and women. I can't express the gratitude I feel in a note, but the video says it all. If only people new the freedoms they have with the sacrifices of these fine Marines. Vaughn Pakkala USMC Retired. Name: GM2(SW) Michael Hopkins Location: NAVRESCEN Forest Park, Illinois Comments: To the Warns family and friends: My deepest sympathies are extended to all of you upon your loss of a husband, father, son, friend and Marine. As a member of the United States Navy, there are rivalries all of the time between the Navy and Marine Corps but when all is said and done, we are all brothers to each other. I currently have friends that are with the 2/24 right now in Iraq as the "field docs" of the battalion. I think and pray for them every day that God will keep his hand over them. And now I pray that God will keep and continue to keep his loving arms around all of you. Know that God loves you and, even though we have never met, my family and I love you as well. If there is anything that you need, please feel free to contact me. Again God bless and keep you as our prayer. Sincerely, Michael E. Hopkins GM2(SW), US Navy Command Career Counselor NAVRESCEN Forest Park, IL Name: Kenny Leggett Location: Virginia Beach Comments: Thank you Marine! >From a vet... Name: Al from Ramblings Location: Schofield, WI Comments: Brilliantly done video. Thanks for sharing. Name: Monica Orluk Location: Pittsburgh PA Comments: My fiance a member of the 28th Sig Bn, PA National Guard currently assigned to the 1st Cav in Taji, Iraq. Words cannot express how honored I am to have been able to view Bobby's video and share this most difficult time in your lives. Know that there are many people who recognize the price that Bobby and your family have paid to secure our freedom and who hold that freedom very close to our hearts. We will not let the sacrifices made by Bobby, your family and all those who have paid the ultimate price go unnoticed. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that you are all in my prayers. Name: Paul Byrne Location: Seattle, WA Comments: Semper Fi Name: Mark Limpic Location: Kansas City, MO Comments: To the Warns Family, I wanted to express my deepest sympathy in your loss. I hope that it is of some consolation to know that your grief is shared by all Marines, past and present. We do not take lightly the death of one of our brothers. May God be with you all and ease your pain. Semper Fidelis, MGySgt Mark Limpic, USMCR(ret) Name: Concetta Corrigan Location: Springfield, PA Comments: The video reached me via email today, and I was greatly moved by its amazing tribute. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless all of Bobby's family, friends and relatives with strength and peace. You are in my prayers. Sincerely, Concetta Name: Richard W. Reid Location: Orange County, Ca. Comments: My heart and prayers go out to each and every one of you. You have truely given the greatest sacrifice that a family can give to their country. I am a retired Marine and a part of me dies each time I read about a young person giving his/her life for our country. No words or actions can replace Cpl Warns. But know that he is in Heaven surrounded by fellow Marines telling war stories and looking out for us all. Gos bless you all. Name: Larry Bailey Location: Mt. Vernon, VA Comments: I see Bobby, and I see my own son--I see everyone's son. Thank God for them all. And thank God for the United States Marine Corps. Thank you for putting up this magnificent tribute; I was moved no end. Name: Dennis Thompson Location: Fountain Hills, AZ Comments: Our grandson, Mike Valent is serving as a member of Weapons Co 2/24 Marines and I picked up on this site from Col. Smith's weekly updates. The video is one of the most beautiful tributes I have ever experienced. When my tears are gone the memory will be with me for ever. God bless Bobby and his fellow Marines who have given so much for those of us at home. Dennis Thompson Name: Mick Richard Location: Lake Charles,LA Comments: Sir and Ma'am, My deepest sympathy and prayers to your family for your loss. Your tribute to Robert reflects the utmost Respect and Honor he deserves. Always be proud of him and stand tall for him... Semper Fidelis, God Bless you Sergeant Mick Richard USMC 1986-1992 Name: Donna Finley Location: Las Vegas, NV Comments: As a mother of LCPL Kenneth Finley who proudly served with your Son Bobby and misses him greatly...You have my deepest and most heartfelt prayers with you daily....I think of you and your family, and your Granddaughter to be every day....It is an honor for me to be apart of your Marine family. You and your family have shown me in more ways than one such great strength...May God Bless you and yours and may you feel that glorius smile that Bobby always seemed to have on his face always.....God Bless an Semper Fidelis..... Name: Carlos A. Rodriguez Location: Youngstown, Ohio Comments: Dear Warns family, My sincerest condolences to you all. As brother of USMC Gunnery Sergeant Pedro L. Rodriguez of H&S Co., 2/24 Marines, I can't express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I myself worry day and night, and pray to God incessantly for my brother and all of our boys and girls serving across the globe. The video which I just finished viewing brought tears to my eyes, and pulled strongly at my heart. One thing I can say is that although, I didn't know Bobby, in the 5 minutes it took to view this video, he became as my own brother, and as flesh of my flesh and blood of my blood. I cried for him as I would have any member of my immediate family. Quite frankly, I'm a hard man, hardened by street life, and time served, but nothing softens the heart of a man more than knowing that there is someone out there, in another part of the world, on guard day and night, protecting, fighting, and sacrificing everything he holds dear, to ensure our freedom, and the freedom of those oppressed by tyranny, and terrorism. Bobby is not only a hero to you, but to me and my family as well. I thank God for him, and for my brother who's still in Iraq, and for all of our brave men and women around the world. Thank you very much for the honor and privilege of knowing an excellent young man, and a great Marine. God bless you all. Respectfully, Carlos A. Rodriguez, Youngstown, Ohio Name: Jack Lezza Location: Bolingbrook, IL Comments: Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Psalms 146:9 He (God) relieves the fatherless and the widow; But the way of the wicked He turns upside down. God will take care of Bobby Warns family. That He promises and He never breaks a promise. Prov. 3:5-6 Take comfort in Scripture. It is the best thing when you are hurting. Pastor Jack Name: RICHARD J RYMAN JR Location: MCHENRY ,IL. Comments: AS A FORMER MARINE AND FROM 2/24 WAUKEGAN IN 97, I AM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF ONE OF MY BROTHERS,AS WELL AS THE LOSS FOR HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS. PLEASE REMEMBER THIS MARINES NEVER DIE THEY LIVE ON IN ALL THE OTHER MARINES,AND THERE LOVED ONES. SEMPER FI MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU CPL.WARNS ,YOUR MISSION WILL BE TO GUARD THE STREETS OF HEAVEN. Name: Randy and Penney Williams Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Comments: Freedom is an expensive commodity and you have selflessly paid the price. May the Lord wrap his arms around you until you are together again. Our first grandson, Walker, due in April, will always be protected and free because of Payton's Daddy and his gift to us all. We thank you and hold you in our hearts and prayers. God bless you, God bless the military families everywhere and God bless the United States of America. Name: Connie Serig Location: Madison, WI Comments: I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My son, Cpl. Aaron Wilson was a friend of his and was more than devastated upon hearing about the demise of his friend. My thoughts and prayers from both my son and I go out to your family. May God give you comfort in your time of sorrow. Name: LCpl Robert "Bobby" Vicars Location: MCAS Iwakuni, Japan Comments: Another Bobby. Just commenting to say thank you all for the motivation and keeping his memory alive. You're inspiration to us all! Semper Fi! Name: Joseph S. Otte Location: Coldwater, Ohio Comments: Thank you for creating a man who stood up to the evils of the world. It is men like him that make me want to be a Marine. May the higher powers of the world watch over him. Name: HerbThompson Location: Kalamazoo, MI Comments: To the family and friends: Our hearts are with you in this hour. A buddy of mine, a Marine, sent this link. Cpl Warns gave more than mere men can see. If someone looks at me they's say "Oh, he's African-American". It's people like Cpl Warns that make me proud to be just plain American. It doesn't yet sell in the media that someone like me is alomst 50 years old, has been happily married for 22 years, has fathered 2 children in wedlock, owns a small business, pays taxes, isn't on welfare, likes Classical, Jazz and Country music. The media says 'Iraq is not worth it.' That cheapens the sacrifice of our brave men and women in the armed forces and that is totally unacceptable. Don't ever let anyone tell you that Cpl Warns died in vain. He will never be forgotten. He's a Marine-- they don't come any better. Name: Cpt. H. R. Cleveland Location: Indio, California Comments: Simple and plainly defined, a leader is a Marine who has followers. He deserves to have followers. He has earned recognition. Authority alone is no longer enough to command respect. A leader has faith in people. He believes in them, trusts them and drews out the best in them. He has found that they rise to high expectations. It is coming into a full realization that the master voiced the secret of victorious being, when He declared that the Kingdom of God is not far off, but that it is within you now! Captian U.S. Army Aircore WWII (retired) Name: Brandon Havens Location: Kane'ohe Bay Hawaii Comments: I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I can tell just from the pictures that he must have been a great person. I wish I could have had the chance to cross paths with him to find out first hand. Even more I wish he could have seen his babygirl. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, LCpl Brandon W Havens Semper Fidelis Name: Chief Warrant Officer Ken Austin Location: MCB Hawaii Comments: My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know words can only do so much to ease the sorrow, but please know that we are all proud of Bobby. We will continue to fight for freedom with Bobby by our side. May the Lord bless your family. CWO K.W. Austin Name: MARYLOU HARPER Location: TRAER IOWA Comments: I KNOW THE SIMPLE WORDS I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS IS ENOOUGH TO FILL THE HUGE HOLE IN YOUR HEART YOU FEEL NOW. BUT I PRAY THAT IT CAN BRING SOME PEACE TO YOU AND TO YOUR LITTLE GIRL ONE DAY. MY HUSBAND SERVED 21 YEARS IN USMC. WE RECENTLY MOVED FROM CHERRY POINT BASE AREA IN HAVELOCK NC. WE BOUGHT A HOBBY FARM IN OCTOBER, A LIFE LONG DREAM COME TRUE FOR US. AND WITH ALOT OF HARD WORK AND FEW COATS OF PAINT. THIS OLD FARM WILL BE A FARM AGAIN. I SEND MY DEEPEST PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS . AND TO YOUR LITTLE GIRL ....GODBLESS. Name: Mike Smith (Sgt.-ret) Location: Tampa, Florida Comments: To the family and friends of Cpl.Bobby Warns, I have just finished watching the fine tribute to a fellow Marine and to your dear friend or relative. I just wanted to write a short note to tell you all that I will be lifting you up in my prayers tonight and for time to come. I often receive emails from friends who are serving in Iraq at this time and with each casualty reported I also feel the piercing pain that you feel when you think of Bobby. You see, I served in Desert Storm back in the early 90's and during combat operations I also experienced loss. And to this day I still wear my dog-tags that I wore during that war to remember those who died while valiently serving this blessed country. I will now add another name and face to my prayers and thoughts as I clench my dog-tags throughout the day as I say a prayer. A prayer for the families left behind to have God given strength to go forward and use the memory of a loved one to motivate them to be better in this world and to take their loved ones place in the fight for FREEDOM whether it is on a battlefield or here in the states as a proud citizen. My prayer is also for those who are still there fighting even now as I sit in my home, that God would give them courage, marksmanship, strength, wisdom, alertness, and motivation to finish a well worthy cause of bringing FREEDOM to a country and ensuring FREEDOM will never be taken away from America. God Bless You for your sacrifice and may God bless our Marines! Semper Fi, Mike Smith Name: William Browne Location: Culver City, California Comments: I am very sorry for your lose. Your son made the ultimate sacrifice and the people of the United States greatly appreciate what he did. May he rest with angels in heaven and forever be watched over. Name: Justin Clark Location: MCAS Miramar, CA Comments: My heart goes out to the Warns family. We as Marines are here to morn with you, for as Marines we have lost a brother. Once A Marine, Always A Marine. Semper Fidelis! JA Clark SSgt/USMC Name: mike mcdonough Location: Houston Texas Comments: my family would like to offer our condolences.and give thanks to bobby and men and women of the marines,our prayers go out to your family,and all the servicemen in iraq and afganistan. god bless you the mcdonough family Name: Phil S. Location: Iowa Comments: This brought tears to my eyes. I remember the lost (heros) brothers in Vietnam. Thanks to a fallen hero that I still have my liberty and freedom. May God hold you and your family in his arms. Peace Brother!!! Semper Fi Phil Name: Nanci Location: Glendale Heights IL Comments: May the Lord bless and keep you and your family, I work for a neurosurgeon who is in the 2/24 it is always a tremendous loss for the US when one of "ours" is taken from us. God Speed Semper Fi Nanci D Name: GySgt Jeff Chang Location: Mahmudiya, Iraq Comments: I am the platoon sergeant for the scout/snipers of 2nd Bn 24th Marines. I did not know your son/husband/father. My job did not take me out to the line companies like it did so many others however, some of my snipers may have known or worked alongside him. The fact that I did not know Cpl Warns does not erase the fact that his death was painful. Like all Marines, we were brothers, we just didn't get to play together. This tribute to him and the emotional and incredible video in his honor only tells me that he was loved beyond the bounds of this earth. Much the way that I love all of my children as well, I'm sure. I have no doubt that he is looking down upon this battalion because all of our fallen heroes are and they continue to fight with us. And as he looks down on us I also have no doubt that his eyes are filled with tears. Because perhaps he now realizes how much he was loved not only by his family but by his brother Marines. I know he continues to live among you, please know that he continues to live with us also. He always will. God bless you and I hope every day is better than the one before. His sacrifice was not in vain. Respectfully and Always Faithful. Gunnery Sergeant Jeff Chang Plt Sgt, STA 2/24 Name: Mike and Tammy Herstad Location: Kirkland, IL Comments: Our deepest sympathies are extended to your family. We also received the news from the Whisnant's. This was not a wasted sacrifice. Your son will be in the prayers of many for a long time to come. God Bless you. Name: Cornelius P. Dukelow Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Comments: Bobby, Thank you for your service and sacrafice to me, my wife, and my unborn daughter. Be at peace. Corey Name: Melodie Tharp Location: Jefferson City, MO Comments: So very sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to express my gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice made by your son (not to mention by all who have given their lives). May God bless your family! Name: Kimberly Stilwell Location: Houston, TX Comments: My thoughts and prayers are with your and your family. Name: Kathleen Garbarz Location: Rockford IL Comments: I am sorry for your loss. I pray every day for our troops and am thankful for the sacrifices they are making to keep my grandchildren safe. Name: Paul and Debbie Pendell Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Comments: We are unknown to you, but connected to you in a distant way. We are Pastor and wife of Major Dan Whisnant of the 2/24 Marine Division. We send our deepest and sincerest condolences in your loss, and thank you for the ultimate sacrifice made by Bobby. Name: Liz Nowell Location: Jacksonville, NC - Home of Camp Lejeune Comments: I sit drying the tears from viewing the video, not only from the great loss your family has realized but also from knowing the pride of being a Marine. As a member of a Marine community, I am surrounded daily by the unselfish men and women who have dedicated their lives to make this a great country. I am proud to be the daughter of a former Marine, the cousin of an active duty Marine and a friend to many who have served or are now serving, those men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Thank you dear Lord for the millions of Bobby Warns who have chosen to make the United States Marine Corps their lives. Name: Betty & Pat Whisnant Location: Schaumburg, IL Comments: Our son, Maj. Dan Whisnant, sent us the news of your son Bobby. We want to extend our deepest sympathy your whole family and those who were privileged to know him. We pray daily for the families that have lost loved ones and your family is included in those prayers. Words cannot express how much we appreciate the sacrifice you have made. We also want you to know that what he gave his life for is not a wasted effort. What the men and women of our military are doing over there will have an impact on the whole world in the future years. May our Lord bless you and be the comfort that only He can be. Psalm 18:30 Name: Ralph & Mary Oberlin Location: Edinburgh Scotland Comments: Dear Family & Friends of Bobby Warns, We are Americans working overseas in Christian ministry. We are deeply grateful for U.S. Marines and the wonderful work they are doing in bringing freedom around the world. So often we can be at a loss for words to express our heart-felt thanks, this is because we are awed by those who gave so much so quietly. God Bless you, Ralph & Mary Oberlin Name: C V Warren Location: Mansfield,OH. Comments: Dear Folks, I'm a Vietnam Vet,the war that I served in has so many negatives attached to it that many feel my service was in vein,someone greater than me will ultimately decide that.I just want you to know that in the case of your loved one,the great and high value of his service is unquestionable,he made the ultimate sacrifice for a cause that is as noble as the American Revolution and WW II. History will someday praise Iraqi Freedom as an action that saved the world from a new form of fascism and in doing so raised the level of peace for the entire world.From the bottom of my heart I thank your son and you for his contribution. God Bless,C.V. Warren Name: Marlene Wackerlin Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan Comments: My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. My thoughts are with the Marines daily. My nephew, MAJ. Dan Whisnant, sent us the news about Bob and we are so very sorry. We are so thankful to the men and women in Iraq and especially to our fallen heroes. We pray for their safety and that God comforts you at this time. Name: Campbell Finlay Location: Australia Comments: We have viewed your tribute to your son, and have both been deeply moved by it. Its a fitting tribute to the his life, and also to his dedication, devotion, service, and to the sacrifice of your son. As Australians we recognize this ongoing service and sacrifice of the United States of America in Iraq today, and in keeping the world free. Bobby was a true American patriot and a fine example of a United States Marine. Our thoughts and prayers and with you at this difficult time. Semper Fi Campbell & Karen Finlay AUSTRALIA Name: SgtMaj Joe Armstrong Location: Alamogordo, New Mexico Comments: Once a Marine . . . Always A Marine. We were chosen for what we are, God does not give us the option of quiting, With the help of a good DI, He made us Marines And Marines we are . . .even in death That is why He allows no one else To guard the streets of Heaven. Semper Fidelis Corporal Warns passing was not in vain, for he left this world a little safer for his daughter Payton Robert and others of her generation. Joe Armstrong Sergeant Major U. S. Marine Corps (Retired) Name: Jeff Green Location: Irvine, Ca Comments: One day death will no longer be a part of our lives. In heaven miracles will happen, and there will be no wars. Luckily Bobby is there now with our father. One day your family will meet him again. I am a father as well, and I can't imagine what your going through. I know it's hard, but keep your head up and live your life in his memory. God Bless, Jeff Green Name: SHANNON LAROCHELLE Location: CAMP PENDLETON CALIFORNIA Comments: DEAR MAAM AND SIR, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE. IT IS ALSO A LOSE OF A BROTHER IN ARMS, FOR I AM ALSO A UNITED STATES MARINE. THE VIDEO WAS THE GREATES THING I HAVE EVER SEEN FOR A FALLEN BROTHER. HE WILL BE MISSED AMONG THE RANKS OF THE CORPS. BUT IT JUST MEANS IS HEAVEN IS SAFER WITH ONE MORE MARINE ON POST. WITH CONDOLENCES, SHANNON LAROCHELLE CPL USMC RESERVES Name: Alexandria Location: Newport News, Va Comments: I was extremely moved by your video. My husband is a marine and I can only image what you and your family must be going through. I am so sorry for your loss, but at the same time I thank you for supporting him. He is truly a hero. My God bless you and your family. You are in my prayers. Name: Eric & Kathy Holck Location: Kane'ohe, Hawai'i Comments: Thank you for sharing and making your son's sacrifice personal to all Americans. Next time you see a veteran tear up at a Memorial Day service, know that he is likely not thinking of HIS past battles, but rather he is thinking of those young men yet to face their battles. Like your Bobby. I pray for Peace in your family, Eric Holck USAF, Ret Name: Drew Location: Antigo WI. Comments: My sister is a friend to one of bobbys friends Kelly, and I am thankfull that she let our family know about this short film. It was an honor to watch. Bobbys child will never meet him, but do to this film and these comments she will know what a great man he was and she will understand what a great father he would have made. May the lord make his fase shine upon you and your family, The Elam family Name: GySgt Chuck O'Connell USMC (ret) Location: Lanark, Scotland, U.K. Comments: I am sorry for your loss. May the peace of the Lord be with you always. Chuck O'Connell GySgt USMC (ret) Name: John Mattes Location: Los Altos, CA Comments: I am so sorry for your loss. I am a former Marine and served in Vietnam 69-70. Thank you for allowing Bobby to serve. Our country is a better place for Bobby and his contribution. Semper Fi, John Mattes Los Altos, CA Name: Greg Stimmell USMC MSgt (Ret.) Location: Lewisville, NC Comments: You have heard and will continue to hear for all the years to come the word hero and it will always be associated with your son. For he is a true hero. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very trying time. Semper Fi, Cpl Warns MSgt Greg Stimmell, USMC (Ret.) Name: Major Thomas A. Gilchrist, USMCR Location: Rogers, Arkansas Comments: My wife and I will pray for your family, and especially for Bridgett and Payton. I have saved the video to our hard drive, to share with our little girl someday so she'll understand the true meaning of patriotism and sacrifice. My sincere thanks to you for sharing Bobby with us. We have made a contribution for Payton, and will encourage our fiends and family to do the same. Semper Fidelis... Drew and Norma Gilchrist Name: LCpl. Jeffers, Matthew A. Location: MCBH Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii Comments: I am sorry for your loss. Your son was a good man. He did his duty and all his brother Marines mourn his passing. Semper Fi. Name: Ken Welty Location: Los Angeles, CA Comments: Growing up as the son of WW II Marine (combat wounded), I developed a profound respect for the Marine Corps and all those who are good enough to become Marines. Bobby was a member of one of the best there is - he was a Marine! Please know that the thoughts and prayers of many Americans are with you, and know that Bobby, both as an individual and as a Marine will never be forgotten. He is a true hero that will forever be in a place of honor. Ken Welty, Lieutenant LAPD Ret'd. Name: Rita Hughes Location: Pensacola, FL Comments: I just watched the video in tribute to Bobby. I also have a son who is a Marine and a husband that is a former Marine. I just felt I needed to say that my heart goes out to you and I will say a special prayer for you and your son. Semper Fi~ Rita Hughes Name: Griffin McKay Location: Santa Rosa, CA Comments: Thank you for raising such a fine young man. Also, please be assured that Robert's sacrafice was not in vein. I sincerely believe that history will show that his actions helped to insure the safety and well being of not only myself, but also that of my children and grandchildren for many generations to come. Semper Fi Griffin McKay U.S.M.C. 1964-1967 Name: Lori Fort Location: Paducah, Kentucky Comments: God Bless your family and may Peace be with you. My grandfather and uncle both served in the military and fought in combat. Thirty-three years ago, my grandfather was murdered in Thailand just six months before he was to retire from a lifelong career in the Air Force. He fought in WWII, the Korean and the Vietnam wars. He requested to be removed from his desk job at the Pentagon during the Vietnam war so he could fly the B-52s over Khe San where my uncle (his son) was under seige. I was so proud of Grandpa when I learned of this just a year ago from my uncle. I was only 10 years old when he died and this gave some insight into the kind of person he was. My uncle, Skip Funk, left a message on this website that I came across as I was reading some of them. I am so proud of him also. Skip has recently told us a lot of events from his combat days. It has made me really appreciate all that people like Bobby sacrifice for people like me - people they don't even know. It makes me wonder why some soldiers, like my uncle, survive combat and others, like Bobby, don't. I know God's plan is much bigger and we don't always understand it. But I am grateful for your son, your husband, and your daddy. My life is blessed and safer because of his sacrifice. Love and Thanks in Christ, Lori Fort Name: CWO-2 SHAWN FRANKLIN Location: CAMP PENDLETON CA Comments: To the family/friends of my fallen comrade. I share today in this solemn occassion with you. As you go about the chore of healing know that his sacrifice was for a calling and greater good of all mankind. This may be incomprehensible at this time but it will be made manifest in the months/years to come. May God bless and keep you. Name: jarrett Location: lula , ga Comments: What a great site you have put together, I have read through some of the comments, and seen the video, there's no question , Robert will be missed by so many. To the Warns family , our pray's go out to our's. SEMPER FI Name: Jim Portincaso Location: Alsip, IL. Comments: To The Warns Family, My prayers are with you for the loss of your son. May God give you strength in this time of mourning. My thanks go to you and your son for his service to his country. God bless all of the Militay servicemen and women overseas. May they all come home safe! Jim Portincaso Army Veteran Name: Gregory W Biggs Location: Billings, Montana Comments: I am sincerely sorry for the loss you have suffered. I did not know Bob personally. I only know he was a US Marine and he is my hero. I am just an American citicen who has a tremendous amount of appreciation for your son Bob's efforts and accomplishments. When your son passed, we all lost a fine young American. I thank Bob and I thank you. May God bless you and your family always Name: Steven Shelley Location: Bremerton, WA Comments: Your son's video was sent to me by a dear friend who is currently serving in Iraq. Your tribute to him is incredibly moving, and shows how loved he truely was. I am one of those Navy sailors who looks to the gates, and sees your son, and his fellow Marines proudly standing thier posts. I send my thanks to your son, and to his brothers at arms. Thank you for protecting my family, and those families unaware of the sacrifice you make. Bobby, you have served your country. You have made every American proud. May you sit at the right hand of our father, and know is undying love. You shall not be forgotten. Thank you Bobby. Electronics Technician First Class, Submarines Steven Micheal Shelley, USN Name: Jan M. Faber Location: Indianapolis, In Comments: Sir/Ma'am: I am a police officer with the Indianapolis Police Department as well as a widow. My husband was an officer as well who was killed in the line of duty in August of 1988. Since his death, I have lost 2 fellow brothers in the line of duty. I just wanted to let Bobby's wife know that even though things are difficult right now, she will prevail through this. God will not give her any more than she can handle. Turn this negative event into a positive. Also, I just got back from San Diego, CA on January 15, 2005. I was there to see my nephew graduate from the Marine Corp boot camp. I was so proud of him!! I am very proud of him and all Marines and soldiers who chose to enter the military on their own free will knowing that going to war is very likely. Although I am scared for his safety and all others, I do know that God will be watching over him as he did your son. Your video was very touching and brought back many memories of my husbands. Thank you for sharing this private and personal moment. Please except my condolences for your lose. God Bless you and your family. Sincerely, Sergeant Jan M. Faber Name: Rev. J. Brad Staton Location: Orlando, Florida Comments: I want you to know how much I appreciate your sacrifice. Bobby's death was not in vain, and your pain is not wasted. I am a Presbyterian pastor, and I have the freedom to mininster the peace of Christ without hinderance because of young men like Bobby. Thank you. With you, I am In His Grip, Rev. J. Brad Staton River of Life Presbyterian Church Name: Jim & Lynn Tilton Location: Kaneohe Hawaii Comments: The video was astoundingly beautiful and powerfully touching; it was forwarded to us by a Marine friend in Iraq and my husband and I just watched it together. Thank you for sharing your hearts with us in this way; all we can give you in return is love and prayer and our own appreciation for and commitment to the principles for which Bob gave his life. We'll send along a little gift for Payton (by the way, that's the last name of a loved one/Marine we have in Iraq right now as well). May God bless and keep you and somehow, in the way only He can, help you hearts to heal as much as they ever can. Name: MWR Comments: And When He Gets To Heaven, To Saint Peter He Will Tell; One More Marine Reporting Sir, I've Served My Time In Hell. Rest in peace Marine, your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Ten hut, hand salute... Taps. Name: Patrick Anderson Location: Nasiriyah, Iraq Comments: I sent this to several of the folks here, just to remind them what these kids are sacrificing. I can assure everyone who has watched this video, and anyone who has lost a loved one here, that this young Marine's sacrifice was not in vane. Daily I am working with the Iraqi citizens here in the south, and to them our Marines and Soldiers are saviors. As usual, the media will slant the news to support their agenda, but every day I see the heartfelt gratitude of the Iraqi people. God bless this young Marine, his family, and all of Americas Armed Forces, who willingly risk their lives to free the oppressed. Respectfully, Patrick Anderson Former Marine of India 3/9. Name: Karen S Location: Syracuse, NY Comments: My prayers are with you and your family. Name: Christopher C Winterrowd Location: Huntington Comments: Thank You. May God bless your family Semper FI. Name: Lisa Bohm Location: Kansas Comments: My father served in WWII and he sent me your video through his bombardierb29 group. I want you to know we will pray for your family. My 4 children and I pray for our soldiers every night. we signed up through the presidential prayer website to pray for individual soldiers and their families several years ago. What a wonderful tribute this film is to your son and husband and it reminds us all of the special people serving our country. We are so sorry for the loss of Robert what a great, brave man he was. May God Bless you all. Sincerely, Lisa Bohm & family Auburn, Kansas Name: PFC Chanthaphanegxay Location: Milwaukee, WI Comments: It's PFC Chanthaphaengxay. Even though I've never met Cpl. Warns, I'm sorry for your lost. I just joined the unit about a month and a half ago. Losing a brother, blood-related or not is always hard. Hopefully, the unit will come back in great strength. Once again, I'm sorry for your lost. Name: Leo Munford Location: Cabot Arkansas Comments: My prayers are with your family for the lost of your Marine. Our Nation is better because of Bobby wore the uniform of a U S Marine and I thank him and the family for that. Semper Fi Leo G. Munford USMC MSgt. 9-1956-3-1979 Name: Sean Christopher Location: Palm Desert, California Comments: A Marine Thinking: by Sean Christopher He recognizes his sovereign control of his won mind and decides what will enter his Mental Kingdom thorugh his sense gateway; he thinks for himself, considers the evil dence, seeks the truth and builds his life upon it. He sets no limitations on the power of thought; he recognizes that big thinking precedes big achivement. He creates metal pictures of his goals, then works to make those pictures become realities. He knows that everything starts with an idea and that the creative power of thought is the greater power in the universe. He sees with the "signle eye" of intense concentration, seeking facts just as powerful searchlight penetrates the darkness. He keeps an open mind as a factory and gives it the raw material, the fact and the data, from which ideas are factioned. He thinks both objestively and subjectively; he gathers mental power both from the world without and without and the mind within. He uses the magic power of his subconscious mind, commanding it to come up with ideas while he sleeps; he knows that thought, like a tree grows night and day. He studies the laws of cause and effect and strives to work in harmony with them. He approuches problems both intuitively and logically; he uses the light of his imagination to create and his critical mind to judge; he tests inspiration with logic. He avoids the one-track mind and sends his mind forth in all directions to expland the range of his mental horizons. He strives to develop a mature mind without losing the simplicity of childhood. He creates ideas with humility knowing that behind the idea that he calls his own are the thought and efforts of many men. He realizes that he is at the creative best when he is in tune with the Infinite; when he is open and receptive to the higher powerof mind and spirit. He exercises his God-given power to choose his own direction and influence his own destiny and he tries to deside wisely and well ******* Name: JENNIE GIGLIO Location: PEMBROKE PINES, FLORIDA Comments: WORDS ARE SO DIFFICULT TO COME BY AT A TIME OF SUCH A GREAT LOSS IN YOUR FAMILY. WHAT A VERY HANDSOME SON HE WAS. HE IS NOW AT PEACE AND ALTHO HIS LIFE WAS SO VERY SHORT, HE IN NOW N HEAVEN WITH OUR LORD AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE. YOU MUST CLING TO YOUR MEMORIES OF HIM AND THAT HE GAVE IS LIFE FOR FREEDOM. Name: Sgt. Matthew Coon Location: Cherry Point, NC Comments: Watch over us all as we prepare to deploy. Your Service to Country and Corps will never be forgotten. Semper Fidelis, Sgt Matthew Coon and Family Name: Victoria Bailey Location: Jacksonville, NC Comments: hi, I am a Marine wife, just as many who will read and write to you all. I am very sorry for your loss, Once a Marine always a Marine, just like our Marine Corps Hymn says, He is now serving our Lord, a leader in his Corp.! He will live on in his daughter, he will live on in all of you. Maybe you can Place his heart(his purple heart) near his daughter when she arrives. I will thank him in my prays tonight and I thank you all, for your support and wonderful tribute to one of the "Best of the Best" ...A United States Marine... Semper FI Gysgt & Mrs. Christopher N. Bailey Name: Brad Campbell (MSgt Retired) Location: Olathe, Kansas Comments: I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with Bobby's family and friends. May his child grow up knowing their father was a hero and may they never be afraid to share that. I am sure Bobby will be looking down and guiding us until our time comes to join him. He is watching for us at the gates! May god bless him for his service, I for one am damn proud of him! I showed my children just what a hero looks like...they will share his picture in class Monday. Semper Fi Bobby! MSgt Brad Campbell (Retired) Police Officer, Overland Park, Kansas Name: nicky(birdie) Location: england(uk) Comments: Just to say what a very moving video....god bless you all he did you proud. kind regards and in my thoughts Birdie.x Name: Jim and Sandi Jazak Location: Allenton, Wi. Comments: Our hearts go out to the pain that you are having at the loss of your beloved son. HE has made all of us proud to be Americans and his love for his country was his supreme sacrifice. Our son leaves for Iraq on Feb 1st.He is also a marine that has 10yrs in and plans to make this his life. He loves the marines and his country. We are so very proud of him and all our military world wide.May God Bless All Of Them and bring them home soon. Proud parents of GySgt. (name removed) Operation Iraqi Freedom Name: Jim Holmes Location: Fairfax VA Comments: A wonderful tribute to one of America's finest. Heartfelt thanks to your family and to your son, Corporal Warns, for his service to our country and for the sacrifice you all have made. Gods blessings on you all. Semper Fi Jim Holmes Name: Jenny Location: Las Vegas Comments: The video was so touching... He was and will always be a hero to not only your family, but to this great country. It's unfortunate that Payton will never meet her father, but I have no doubt she will know daily what an amazing person is looking down upon her. Many thoughts and prayers are with you and all the military families and friends out there. We are so proud... Name: Cheryl Vasquez Location: Loveland, CO Comments: To the Warns Family-Through tears I want to thank you for sharing a small part of your son with us. May you find comfort in knowing that you will see him again some day, but until then I pray that his beautiful daughter will give you many years of joy. Semper-fi Cheryl Vasquez A Marine Mom Name: Michael Carter Location: Denver, CO Comments: Your sons video was sent to me by a good friend, and brother Marine I served with during 1986-1993. My deepest respect, and condolences in your loss. I am extremely proud to be associated with Robert, while I did not know him, as a brother Marine. While I am sure it is great pain and loss you suffer, by sharing your story you have inspired me further, and please know the thoughts, prayers, and support are there from all of us who have been blessed with the title Marine, and will keep all of you forever in our family. Sincerely, Michael Carter Police Officer and Former U.S. Marine Corporal Denver, Colorado Name: MaryEllen Boehm Location: New York Comments: My heart is heavy right now imaging the pain and sorrow you have had to endure. As a mother of a Marine deployed at this time in Fallujah Iraq, I know that this is definitely a tragic event in your lives. If I may say one thing... You raised a wonderful caring son and have that to be proud of - He represents to all of us a role model of a good citizen & person. Thank you May he find peace in the Lords loving arms. God Bless you all... With my deepest sympathy MaryEllen~ Marine Mom Name: Kathy Buzuloiu Location: MCAS New River Comments: My heart goes out to your family. The video took my breath away and it made me cry because I know that he was an awesome Marine. Marines take care of there own and there family. As always my family and I will keep you in our prayers.. Semper Fi, Sgt Buzuloiu USMC Name: LtCol Seth Hathaway USMC Location: Norfolk, Virginia Comments: Dear Warns Family, There are no words one can command which can quantify the loss of a child. Please accept my condolences and admiration for the sacrifices made by Bobby and your family. In John 13:15 the bible says: “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” What makes this country great is young men like your son Bobby. I pray that your memories from years past bring you comfort. Name: Ralph Gebes Location: Batavia, IL Comments: I am the Troop Support Officer for the Veterans Foundation of Illinois, VFW. I have been support troops like Bobby for years. Words cannot express the sadness I feel for the family. Bobby was a true hero. I thank God that we are blessed with young people who are willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice for their country. I did not know bobby but he will always have a special place in my heart. God Bless America, God Bless our Troops and God Bless the families that have paid the price of loosing a son or daughter to war. Name: Mark A. Rocco "Sgt Rock" Location: Dayton, OH Comments: To the Warns Family, My absolute deepest RESPECT to all of you. I am a former Marine grunt, India Co 3rd BN 9th Marines 1986-1994. I served in the first Gulf War. After viewing the video tribute to Corporal Warns, I am about wrecked, can barely type and am completely proud to tell what the video did to me. Semper Fidelis Corporal Warns, Sgt Rock Name: Daniel Udell Location: Ontario, CA Comments: Ever since 9-11, my heart has felt such greif that someone could do that to so many people. As time passed I've grown to forgive them but most of all forget. I don't ever want to forget. A friend of mine posted this website on our website. I watched it 3 times in 20 minutes. Made me cry all 3. Thank you so much for raising your child to protect mine. I will make sure that my son sees this when he is older. Right now he is 6 and I wouldnt want him to view it quite so soon and worry about death. My deapest sympathies go out to you and your family. Just remember, being in Christs arms is way better than being here on earth. Hope to hear from you soon! God Bless! Name: GRAINGERS Location: EASTPOINTE, MICHIGAN Comments: WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR SON IS CURRENTLY AT CAMP LEJEUNE NC GETTING READY TO DEPLOY TO IRAQ IN FEBRUARY/MARCH. AS I WATCHED YOUR WONDERFUL TRIBUTE IT BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES. WE THANK YOUR SON FOR FIGHTING FOR HIS COUNTRY AND FOR BEING A HERO. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. PROUD PARENTS OF A MARINE Name: David Pappas Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Comments: No words can express the emotions my family felt watching this memorial service. We are proud to be an Americans. We thank you Cpl. Robert P. Warns II for fighting and protecting our America and we will pledge to do what we can to support our troops during this time of war. God Bless, The Pappas Family Name: SSGT Anthony Reynolds Location: MCRDSD Comments: It always comes as a blessing that someone can be so strong during times like this. I was a SDI in 1st Battalion Charlie Company in San Diego. I feel for all that made/paid the ultimate "there life' for our future. I am sure his daughter will love and appreciate her father's Honor Courage and Commitment to the Marine Corps. He is a fine young man and all that we can do is pray for our Marines, Sailor's, Soldier's and all others that are put in harms way for our freedom. Thanks for such a professional tribute to your love one. This is been forwarded all over for maximum view even to the president of the United States, which I will forward to via my personal home computer. Stay strong; the streets are truly guarded by United States Marines even the ones who made the ultimate Sacrifice. "Think about your future. make plans, but always bear in mind that even under the best of circumstances you will have only limited control over the course of future events." Name: Shirley Jackson Location: Crane, IN Comments: As a former Marine I would like to let you know how proud I am of your son. He gave the untimate price to ensure freedom for all. A God gave his son so did you. Thank you for your sacrifice Name: Alice Abbott Location: Fort Worth, Texas Comments: To the Family; I name is Alice Abbott and I am a spouse to a Marine. My husband sent me this email and although this funeral took place in another state, it shook me to the core. I guess beautiful would be a wrong chosen word for this due to the circumstance, but there is no other word to describe it. Our hearts and prayers go to you and yours. From one Marine Family to another, Semper Fidelis. Sgt. & Mrs. Robert M. Abbott III Name: Laura Lopez Location: Walker Valley, New York Comments: I recieved this link from a friend who served in the marine corps, how glad I am that he fowarded it. I did not know Bobby but you are all in my prayers. May you all live on in the happiness of his memories. A beautifully powerful video for an obviously loved soldier, friend, husband and family member. I thank him and the many soldiers, who so bravely serve, in my prayers every day for the freedoms I hold so dear. Name: CMSgt Pat Larson Location: Osan AB, Korea Comments: I would just like to thank Bobby and his family for giving the ultimate sacrifice to our country. He is truly an American Hero. God bless him and all his love ones. Name: LCPL Josh Odle Shelly & Eden Location: Camp Lejuene, NC/ Princeton,WV Comments: Saying prayers for your family. We would like to say thank you for all that your son has done for this country. God Bless, The Odle Family Semper Fi Name: Kathy Axe & Harold Kennedy Location: Bloomfield Indiana Comments: So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute! My mother is also a Marine (WWII veteran). Semper Fi. My father is also a WWII veteran (Air Force). He has a tribute site to the 448th Air Force: http://www.tributeto448thbgpcrew48.net which he would like to share with you. May God watch over all of you. Name: David Akers Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Comments: I mourn for your loss and cannot fathom your sacrifice. My son-in-law is a sargent in the Army and is in Irag now..my daughter is also pregnant. God bless you Name: Jared M. Wait Location: Jacksonville, NC Comments: What a great way to honor and memorialize your son. He and you have paid the ultimate price for the freedom that I and every American enjoys, Thank You!! Jared M. Wait MSgt Retired USMC 1975-1997 Name: Erin Slone Location: Chicago Comments: This video and website is truly an honor to your son's memory as well as the other Marines and servicemen and women who are risking their lives. God Bless Name: Douglas D. Gazlay Location: Atlanta, GA Comments: I cried tears for you and your loss and tears of Pride for the brave men and women who are fighting to keep us free. Thank you, Robert, for your sacrifice and for your courage. And thank you, Warns family, for sharing the highlights of your family's, and our nation's, loss. Heaven has another angel, for sure. God Bless Your Family and God Bless America. Sincerely and with great compassion, Doug Gazlay Name: The Hahn Family Location: Germantown, WI Comments: Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss, and our thanks for your sacrifice. You should all be very proud of Bobby and what he has done. Through his ultimate sacrifice and your wonderful tribute to him, so many have been able to share in your experience. It helps to unite us not only as a Country, but also as God's family. God's Blessings to you and your family, and especially to Bobby's unborn child. May she grow up knowing her father through the kind wishes of many strangers, and always know that he is there watching over her. Name: Fernando C. Aranjo MSGT USMC RET Location: Pharr, Texas Comments: Truly a hero. a fine young man who gave his life for freedom away from home. Everytime we lose one of our own it hurts, but we also know that his death was not in vain. We have many fallen heros, young and old, in which God has chosen no one knows. We love them all. God bless him and the family he left behind Name: Cpl Kimberly McBriar Location: MCAS Miramar Comments: To the family and friends of Cpl Warns: >From the Aviation Ground Supprt of MCAS Miramar, we send our prayers and blessing to all of you in hopes that you will find peace and harmony in the passing of Cpl Warns. We as Marines know the risks and take great pride in our Country and Corps. We would like to say thank you for your support, your love and prayers. May you take everlasting pride in Cpl Warns for his courageous efforts in the War Against Terrorism and may he rest in peace as God's guard of the Gates of Heaven. Sincerely, Cpl McBriar and all of MALS-16 MCAS Miramar Name: Kristen Brown Martin Location: Boulder, Colorado Comments: To the family of Bobby Warns, My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you endure the loss of your loved one. I never knew Bobby, but am moved by his courage and loyalty to his beliefs. May we all live such honorable lives. Thank you for sharing this video clip so that Bobby's magic may touch others even now that he is gone. Very sincerely, Kristen Martin Name: Captain Marco A Burgos Location: Fort Worth Texas Comments: There has been a great deal said about the war in Iraq, but like Teddy Roosevelt once said "It is not the critic who counts, nor the man who points out where the strong man stumbled, or where a doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man in the arena whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs, and who comes up short again and again, who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions, and spends himself in a worthy cause. The man who at best knows the triumph of high achievement and who at worst, if he fails, fails while daring greatly, so that his place will never be with those cold timid souls who never knew victory or defeat." What people do for themselves alone dies with them. What you have done for our country and the world remains and is immortal. Semper Fi Capt Burgos USMC Name: SgtMaj G Location: Camp Lejeunem NC Comments: I have watched this video with tearfull eyes for a couple months. And hurt at your loss. Myself as a Marine of 30 years and retired now I grieve for my fallen comrades. Just want you to know that once a Marine "Always Marine" SgtMaj "G" Retired. Name: Monty Stone Location: Amarillo, Tx. Comments: This is for baby Payton, I am sorry that you will never get a chance to know your father. But know that your father was extremely courageous in giving his life this country and you, so that you might have a better life.You Payton, paid the greatest price in all of this, as you have lost your father without ever having known him. And for this I am forever greatful for your unknowing sacrifice. Thank you. You are in my prayers. P.S. As a father, I know he loves you and would do this all again to give you a better life. I know most of this will be of no consulation later in life, but when times get tough, look to Jesus. Thank you again Payton, and if when you are older and need someone to talk to, you and your family can look me up. Yours Truly, The Stone Family Name: Bette Grace Location: Hollister, CA Comments: I thought I'd share this poem I wrote shortly after my son's death. You may want to write your own verses: What would you say to me? It's a parent's greatest fear, That you're sorry for my pain, Dad, I love you though you're gone, That you're sorry for my pain, It’s sad that cancer took your life, That you're sorry for my pain, Name: Bette Grace Location: Hollister, CA Comments: My condolences for your loss, and my thanks for your sacrifice. I know first hand that there is no greater loss than the loss of a child, and my heart aches for you. You have much to be proud of--not only in the sacrifice that your family has given this nation, but also in the great success you achieved with your son. He gave his life for our country. I will always remember him and the others who have given so much for our freedom. You will always be Bobby's family, and he will always be your son, brother and loved one--he just lives in a different place. God Bless you all and Bobby. And thank you again. Name: Matt and Sarah Tosto Location: St. Louis, Mo. Comments: My wife and I, both former Marines just finshed drying our eyes after watching the video. All I can offer is my sympathy and to say I am proud to have served in the same Corps as Bobby. I've forwarded this to many Marines and service members and no one has made it through yet without breaking down. It's a beautiful tribute. May we all live to appreciate and honor Bobby's sacrifice and the scarifice of all the men and women who fight to protect us. God Bless and Semper Fi Matt and Sarah Tosto USMC Name: Kimberly LaTourette Location: New Canaan, CT Comments: My thoughts and prayers are with Bobby's family and friends...I am a very proud wife of a Marine who is currently stationed in Iraq (MALS 49 from Newburgh, NY)...I pray every day that they are safe and thank them for keeping us safe. No one better to do the job than a United States Marine...Bobby is still watching over and protecting us...God Bless you...Semper Fi! Name: James Mallon Location: Palatine, Illinois Comments: Bobby Warns is Great American! God Bless His family, friends and comrades. Name: C Roberts Location: Chicago Comments: You are this earthly worlds great hero and in heaven you are something even greater. Name: jesse lyon Location: staten island, ny Comments: MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED SON.I SERVED IN THE USMC,GOLF2/5 IN VIETNAM.I USE TO ASK MY MOM HOW SHE EVER DEAL WITH ME BEING IN HARMS WAY DURING MY 13 MONTH TOUR OF DUTY? NEVER GOT AN ANSWER JUST SOME TEARS. MY BEST FRIEND CPL MICHEAL J HARE WAS KIA 6/17/67. I NEVER ACCOMPLISHED ANY TYPE OF CLOSEURE FROM HIS DEATH.I REQUESTED TO ESCORT HIS BODY HOME & WAS DENIED THROUGH THE ENTIRE CHAIN OF COMMAND.I WAS SENT ON R&R AND THIS JUST FILLED ME WITH GUILT BECAUSE I FELT I COULD HAVE BEEN SPENDING MY TIME MOURNING WITH MY FRIEND AND HIS FAMILY. IN THE USMC DUTY CALLS AND OURS IS NOT TO REASON WHY. THE VIDEO OF YOUR SONS FUNERAL HAS LIFTED MY SPIRITS AND MADE ME CRY A HALF HOUR EVERY TIME I WATCH IT. DURING THE DAY I REFLECT UPON YOUR SON AND I GIVE MYSELF A REALITY CHECK EVERY TIME I THINK THINGS ARE GETTING A LITTLE OVERBEARING,THE TEARS JUST FLOW.THE VIDEO HAS GIVEN ME INNER PEACE BECAUSE I FEEL THAT THIS IS THE GALLANT TRIBUTE AND BURIAL THAT MY FRIEND CPL MIKE HARE RECIEVED WHEN HE RETURNED HOME AND I WAS NOT IN ATTENDANCE. I CAN PUT MYSELF IN THE VIDEO FEEL THE PAIN, HONOR,TRIBUTE AND MOURN FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SON AND AT THE SAME TIME FEEL I AM ATTENDING MIKE HARE`S FUNERAL BECAUSE THIS IS THE WAY OUR MARINES ARE PUT TO REST. I HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART FOR MARINES AND THEIR LOSSES HURT DEEPLY. WE ARE A SPECIAL BREED AND PEOPLE JUST DO NOT UNDERSTAND OUR HONOR,LOYATITY AND SENSE OF DUTY, I THINK THE PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE SOME LESSONS. MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS AND GRANT YOUR FAMILY ETERNAL PEACE. SEMPER FI SGT. A.J. LYON Name: Grecca Gonzalez Location: Plainfield, Illinois Comments: To the Warns Family, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your son. I appreciate everything that the military community does to insure our safety. Thank you for your sacrifice. In my thoughts, Grecca Name: Terry Rutledge Location: Colorado Springs, CO Comments: Please accept my condolences!! Give all my regards to the family and friends! Sgt. Terry Rutledge 1981-1985 USMC Semper Fi!!!!! Name: Marvin Bush Location: Abilene, TX USA Comments: The most touching tribute that I have ever seen honoring one of our fallen Marines. I salute you. Semper Fi, GySgt Marvin Bush USMC Retired Name: Major William L. Wheeler Jr. USMC Location: Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Comments: To the Warns Family, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your son. A man can make no greater sacrifice than to lay down his life for his country and his comrades. He was truly a hero. May God bless you, keep you and bring you peace. Semper Fidelis, Name: GySgt. Thomas & Donna Hoffer Location: Jacksonville, NC Comments: That was the most touching tributes ever. May God Bless your family and friends. Name: David Morales Gysgt USMC ret. Location: Orange City, Florida Comments: I like so many others who have expressed their feelings through comments, did not know your son. However, as a Marine Corps Drill Instructor I trained hundreds of fine young men who continue to defend, and have defended this country. Some solace can be found in the fact that your son was an honerable man. A man who did the right thing for the right reasons. As years pass I may not remember the name, but I will remember the tribute and the passing of a brother in arms, which has moved me to tears. Today, I am diminished as one of my own is now gone. Name: John Hinton Location: Orlando Florida Comments: Beautiful, As a former Marine, Vietnam veteran who has lost many, God Bless Bobby, Semper Fi Brother. Name: Jose M. Soto Location: Athens, Ga Comments: As a former Marine... My condolences on your loss.. We the Marines past and present, will never forget this young Marines sacrifice, it is not or never will be in vain. It is because of young men as he; that were and are willing to give of themselves, and yes even the ultimate giving, is what has and will forever keep our great nation free. Semper Fi... Our prayers will always follow Name: LtCol Jonathan Katz USMC (Ret) Location: Manassas, Virginia Comments: Dear Warns Family, I didn't know Bobby personally ... but I knew him ... every Marine, present and former, knew him. He's made from the same fabric, cut from the same bolt of cloth, woven from the same ball of yarn. Yes, then, I knew him, as did hundreds of thousands of other Marines and we too feel the pain and share your grief everyday as we read the newspaper and listen to the news about our brothers in arms. We're a funny breed ... ferociously loyal to one another ... I trade tens of emails a day w/ past and present Marines ... and at the forefront of all our thoughts -- I hope we don't lose another Marine today ... or tomorrow ... or the day after. His service was not in vain and I hope that you'll take some comfort in knowing this; first, he wasn't alone ... Marines are never alone and wherever two or more Marines gather, there is family; and, second, he will never be forgotten ... We go to extraordinary lengths to hand down our traditions from generation to generation of Marines ... of which, first and foremost, is always honoring those who have gone before, particularly those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. My sincere condolences, Jon Katz LtCol, USMC (Ret) Name: BigMo Morrell Location: Indianapolis, IN Comments: An absolutely magnificient tribute to this marine hero. My deepest gratitude for Bobby Warns sacrifice. May you be comforted in the fact that his ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. May God bless him! Semper Fidelis! L. Morrell, USMC 1960-66 Laos/Cambodia - 1961 Vietnam - 1965-66 Name: Gerry Ashley Location: Clearwater, Florida Comments: To all: Have you ever cried for someone you never knew? Have you ever mourned the passing of someone you never met? Has someone's life ever touched you so deeply when you only learned about it after they had passed? Perhaps most important, have you ever said "Thank you" to the men and women you will never meet, who keep the good fight alive for this country's protection and safety? Whether you supported The President's move to invade Iraq or not, these young men and women have answered the call. They pay the price every day; some with their loneliness for family and loved ones, some with their injuries, and some (like Bobby Warns) making what we simply call "the ultimate sacrifice." They all deserve our praise, our thanks and our complete support. To Bobby's family: My heart breaks for your loss. Yes, he was a Marine. But he was also a son, a friend to many, a lover and father to a child who will never see him. By sharing Bobby's loss with us in this manner, you have put a human face on this tragedy that is being repeated far too many times. It's the face of love, freedom, hope and the future. We should never have to bury any of that. But as life teaches us, sometimes there is no choice. When I lost a friend in a similar manner, I wrote a poem to put things into perspective. I'd like to share it with you in your time of loss. Thank you. God bless Bobby, his family and friends... and God Bless America. To A Fallen Friend The suddenness of your leaving Each one of us uniquely You used both, my fallen friend In thinking back about your life Your kindness is the view I'll have For in the end, your legacy Gerry Ashley Name: Mark Romano Location: Fort Gibson, Oklahoma Comments: To Bobby's Wife, Daughter, Mom and Dad: Please accept my deepest regrets. What you have shown to the world is not only a tribute to Bobby, but to all Marines and others who currently serve and to those who have served in the past and to those who have given their lives to secure the freedoms Americans take so much for granted. Rest assured, Bobby knew what he enlisted for when he joined up. That is what makes him so special. I have never met Bobby, but I know who he is. You see, their is a kindred spirit (a brotherhood) between Marines that cannot be explained. Their is a pride in claiming the title of Marine that exceeds all other accomplishments the world has to offer. I mourn for Bobby as I myself am someone's Son, someone's Brother, someone's Husband, someone's Daddy, someone's friend. I showed the video to my wife Annette and three daughters Katie (10), Claire (8) and Madeline (2). I tell them never to forget what men like Bobby have done for this country in this war and wars from the past. In your time of grief you can be as equally proud of Bobby. I know I am!!! Semper Fidelis Bobby Mark Romano Name: Officer Jack Santos Location: Rohnert park Ca Comments: God blees you young man. Thank you for the ultimate sacrafice to your country. It is people like you that make this country great. I have never been in combat in a war but i have been in combat on the streets and defending america right here at home. I am a police officer in San Francisco Ca. I appreaciate you and where a pin on my hat to thank the troops and to let you all know you are not forgotten and you are loved. Name: Larry Hurley Location: SF, CA Comments: Very sorry for your loss! ------- However, even from sailor Hoo-Rah. Name: wayne houston Location: pensacola, fl. Comments: I have three Marines..2 son's and daughter. I would like to thank you for your son. I pray for mine everyday. Without our Marines we could not sleep at ease at night. We are a Marine Family now. If i can help in anyway please ask...your Marine Family is here. May God Bless Our Marines. Name: Beverly Ferro Location: Sam Rayburn,Texas Comments: Cpl. Robert P. Warns II and his family have paid the ultimate price to keep Americans safe and freedom alive. May you be granted the gifts of comfort, love, and happiness. May your Payton know her father through stories, pictures and videos. May she also know that we pray for all of you and how proud we are of all of our soldiers who risk so much to save so many. Name: John D. Danley Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Comments: What a wonderful tribute to this young Marine. It so does make an old Marine (1490235) so proud of our young Marines. May God continue to bless this family and give them love and peace. His grace is sufficient. God Bless John Danley Name: Craig Feltheim, SGT USMC(R) Location: Arlington Heights, IL Comments: God Blessing on your family and New Baby Girl! Psalms 103 is of comfort to me with the fallen Marines I have known. I hope PSALMS Chapter 103 is of comfort to you. Words can never express the sorrow of the heart in the loss of a fellow Marine. God be with your family and rest assured that Bobby will never be forgotten. Your Marine who gave his life that this world could be a better place. No greater love hath a Marine than that he lay down his life for his Country. Sempre Fi and God Bless Craig Feltheim Sgt USMC(R)1971-77 Name: Carol Ann Location: Chicago, IL Comments: There is no doubt "Bobby rests in peace." Let us pray for the souls of our dearly departed -- family, friends, and for the military defending "freedom." "When the trumpet sounds, the Christians who have died will be raised with tranformed bodies." -- 1 Corinthians 15:52 God bless YOU AND YOURS... God bless America... 1/10/2005 Name: Lynn Meyer Location: El Cajon, CA Comments: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray that in time you will be able to rejoice that Bobby is in heaven with God. Until then, may you feel the loving and comforting arms of God around you. He is always by your side and He will give you peace. Name: Davila Family Location: San Diego, Ca Comments: My Prayers and heart felt condolences go out to MR. R. WARNS II family and friends. I call him mister not as a stranger, but out of respect for a Brave Hero. As an American Citizen I want to say “THANK YOU” and as my Brother SSGT Davila stated in an earlier comment “a note to Bobby's child, your daddy is a Hero to all the United States Citizens and he will never be forgotten. God Bless You All Sincerely H.M. Davila Jr Name: Tina Williams Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Comments: Words can't express how sorry I am that you have lost your son. I am very proud that he served in Iraq and that he was a Marine. I don't know your son at all but I read the e-mail and I just had to send you one to let you know that we are thinking of you here in Iowa! My riends.deepest sympathy to you, your family and friends! Tina Williams Name: Maj. William R (BILL) FRY USMC RET Location: Maineville, Ohio Comments: Words can never express the sorrow of the heart in the loss of a fellow Marine. God be with the family and rest assured that Bobby will never be forgotten. Fifty years from now his fellow Marines will tell their great grand children of the great friend and fellow Marine who gave his life that this world could be a better place. No greater love hath a Marine than that he lay down his life for his Country. God Bless you all Name: Paul Ryan Location: Janesville, WI Comments: To the Family of Bobby Warns, Thank you for sharing this wonderful memorial video of Bobby. I was very touched and taken by this video and I can only thank God for men like Bobby Warns. Please accept my profound gratitude for the service and sacrifice of this beautiful, dedicated, and courageous young man. -Rep. Paul Ryan Name: 1stLt Mike Wood Location: Pennsylvania Comments: I am a Marine that is currently serving on recruiting duty. Every night I have the opportunity, no matter how hard or long the day was, to come home to my family. I feel guilty often, because my brothers and sisters, the Marines deployed around the globe, do not have that opportunity. I love this country, and I love United States Marines, past-current-and future. Thank you for your son's service, and thank you for being part of the Marine Corps family. In a time of need, you can always count on the Marines. Please, let my family know if you need any help. Semper Fi, 1stLt Mike Wood Name: Davila Family Location: Okinawa, Japan Comments: That was a beautiful tribute. My heart felt condolences and prayers to your family and friends. May you find comfort and peace in your memories, and may Bobby live forever in your hearts. Just a note to Bobby's child, your daddy is a Hero to all the United States Citizens and he will never be forgotten. God Bless and Semper Fidelis Staff Sergeant Davila U.S Marine Corps Name: Mitch Atkinson Location: Tinley Park IL. Comments: I think the tribute that you have done for Bobbie Warns was very moving and emotional. You must be very proud of him. I found the link to your web site on Spike Odell's Web page. I dedicated a Christmas tree with about 1200 to 1300 dog tags on it. Every soldier name and picture was on each dog tag, including Bobby Warns. I also dedicated some art work to honor every Fallen Hero that lost there life in Iraq. I am trying to get this art work to become a national Monument in Washington DC. I want to honor Bobbie and all the other men and women who lost there life over the war on terrorism.I hope this National Monument will do just that.Please go to my web site and look at my art work and the Christmas Tree. WWW.fallenheroesmemorial.org I was so moved by the video and images that honor Bobbie's memory, that I decided to Email your web site. I want to Honor All Are Heroes including Bobby. I will be trying to reach you at the address and phone Number listed. Please feel free to Email me at my web site.God Bless Bobby Warns entire family!!! Name: ashlee peterson Location: Pennsylvania Comments: wow that was really emotional..i cried right when i heard the music playing..it must of been really hard to say good-bye to your baby boy but i am here praying for you and your family.. my sisters boyfriends is in the marines and he was over in Iraq and we were so thankful to have him home and safe..hearing all these stories about how families dont have their loved ones coming home bring tears to my eyes..and when i read about your son and saw the videos i knew i had to write to your family..may god bless you all and have healthy lives..your son was a great guy and was doing a great thing...FIGHTING FOR HIS COUNTRY..love ya all and praying for you all...xoxo ashlee Name: Lisa Location: Hartford, Wisconsin Comments: I am very sorry. You are in my prayers. Name: Jeffrey Grubb Location: Flower Mound, TX Comments: Although you've read it hundreds of times by now, your son is a hero. Thank-you for raising him with the courage, values and love of country that made him choose to join the Marines and defend his country when we so desperately needed him. His life was not lost in vain, rather it was an amazing sacrifice for all Americans and mankind. To his unborn daughter Payton; know that your Daddy was a courageous, honorable man who gave the greatest gift of all; he laid down his life for his country. May God Bless your entire family and I look forward to the day I will meet Cpl Warns in heaven so that I can thank him and the countless other fallen soldiers who paid the ulimate price for all of us. Sincerely, Jeffrey S. Grubb Name: Bonnie Hoffmeyer Location: Indiana Comments: To the Family of Bobby Warns, Words cannot express the sorry I feel on the loss of your Son. Having lost a Son at a young age to a car accident, I feel somewhat you are going through. God gave you the privledge and honor to have such a son to lovein your life. What an Honor. How very proud you must be of him. Men like your Son don't come into this world very often and when you lose one it is a loss to the whole world. I for one humbly thank him for all that he gave to insure we will never lose our feedoms and for the effort he gave to those that have never known freedom. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and comfort you and give you peace. Bonnie Name: Don Whitney Location: Glendale, Arizona Comments: To Whom It May Concern, What a WONDERFUL tribute to your fallen HERO, SON, HUSBAND, BROTHER. I came across this this morning as I was having coffee. It dropped me to my knees. God Bless you all....and Cpl. Robert P. Warns II....I thank you for all you did for our country, for my freedom. Name: David Location: wisconsin Comments: I'd just like to say thanks for raiseing such a brave man to protect our country. He fought for the right to be free and my preyers are with you and bobby. Name: Shamika Location: Michigan.... Comments: I am so touched by this special tribute to your wonderful son and I pray for you and your family. My brother is also a Marine and going to serve early next month. I AM SO OVERWHELMED with pride for our MEN..... What a wonderful accomplishment your son has made and the many rewards that welcomed him into heaven.... I pray for little Payton and the wife of your wonderful son. May God grant you peace.... You will be in my prayers... Name: Susan Location: Georgia Comments: As I have a son that is currently at Camp Lejuene, NC that is getting ready to deploy in late March/early April I view your tribute with great pride in our sons. Every Marine and soldier is a hero. Thank you for sharing this tribute. Semper Fi Name: Jerry McConnell Location: Hampton, NH Comments: This old WWII warrior was deeply touched with the beautiful tribute to Cpl. Warns. Losing a husband or son is devastating; losing a friend is heartbreaking; losing a comrade in arms is a cruel blow. May God make all our hurts less painful and Robert's place in heaven peaceful. Jerry McConnell Name: Debbie Shore Location: Franksville, WI Comments: My son Bryan was a good friend of Bobby's. In our Christmas card and letter to our friends Bryan included a note about Bobby, his wonderful contibution to America, and this website for all to visit. We heard from many of our friends about how wonderful this was as a tribute to a fine man along with the others fighting for our country. I understand your son was a dynamite friend. . .one who everyone loved to be around whenever possible. What a legacy he leaves for all! I enjoyed the video. Debbie Shore Name: Senior Master Seargent, Felix, Daniel P., USAF Ret Location: Mesa, AZ Comments: We at Boeing in Mesa build the Apache Longbow Attach Helicopter. Many of us pass around web links with photos and presentations of issues from IRAQ. I am a manager, next to me is my manager (a retired Marine) and next to him is another manager who's son is in the Marine Corp. This production is the most powerful, professionally done presentation I have ever seen. I'm still shaking, wiping tears from my eyes, as me and my two partners are saying in unison: "Thank you, and your son for his sacrifice in the name of freedom for our country. God bless you and your family. Name: Rev. Robert Braudt Location: Chaska, MN Comments: A friend of a friend of mine forward the website to me. I am still so moved by the images, words and life of this fine young man. My heart is heavy for the price he paid, for the sacrifice he gave, and for the sorrow you must feel. I pastor a small suburban church southwest of Minneapolis. I want you to know that your sons name was included on one of our Christmas letters so that we might keep your family in prayer over the holidays. We also lit a luminary for each fallen soldier on Christmas Eve. The light from the candle illuminated a golden seal with the name and hometown of every fallen soldier. We remember what Bobby Warns gave, and we remember the price his family is paying in sorrow. The cost for love, for country, for freedom, for hope is so high. You are remembered! Name: karen Location: madison, wi Comments: God Bless Name: Jerry & Doris Feustel Location: Sheboygan, WI 53081 Comments: We want to send you our Deepest Sympathy. We are all proud of your Son. We have a Son in the Navy and we are proud of him and All the Service Men & Women serving our Country. Our Boy has been in for 24 Years and is retiring next Oct. 2005. He was in the Marine for 8 Years and Proud to be a Marine too. We pray for all the service Men and Women and Hope they ALL come home soon.I also served in the Army. All the service Men & Women that have died for our country are in our thoughts and in our Prays. God Bless you and God Bless America. Jerry & Doris Feustel Name: Francine Cherepon Comments: My heartfelt sympathy and gratitude to you all. My Dad is a Marine from WWII (notice that I said he is a Marine) through him and people like Bobby our American pride runs deep and strong. May you find comfort and peace in your memories and may Bobby live forever in your hearts. Name: carl & carol renfro Location: Emporia, kansas Comments: We are so sorry for your loss of Bobby. Death of a loved one is so very difficult to except in any circumstance, but to loose a loved one to a war must certainly be one of the worst. Bobby as well as the hundreds of other military personel are truely the heroes of our beloved country and we certainly hope they will never be forgotten . You are all in our prayers. This was a very moving video and we will never forget it.Please take care and remember always "Bobby" will always be with you and will continue to look out for you. Thank you so much for sharing Bobby with my family . We are very grateful for men like "Bobby" our heroe. Sincerely , Name: Gretchen Location: Exton, Pa Comments: Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your entire family. May you know Gods love through this very difficult time. Thank God for young men and women who are willing to give their lives when their county calls them to duty. You must be very proud of your son and you should be. I will keep you and all of our military around the world in my prayers. Name: Liz Comments: I'm sorry that you lost Bobby. Though I know that what he was fighting for is worth so much, it is so hard for a family, a community, a nation to pay this price. You and all of our brave soldiers are in my prayers along with a prayer for everlasting peace for Bobby. Name: Anna Glas Location: Kansasville, WI Comments: As I sat here watching the video, I couldn't help but swell with pride, for Bobby, for my brother, for my family, for my friends, for my fellow Americans. For the sacrifice that our soldiers make, enough gratitude can never be expressed. Thank you for sharing Bobby with us. God Bless your family, and that wonderful baby girl. Bobby still lives on through memories and tears. Thank you over and over again. Name: Heidi Plett Location: Manitoba, Canada Comments: Thank You. Thank you Bobby for laying down your life for my freedom. Thank you Bobby for sacrificing yourself for the people of Iraq. Thank you to every mother,father,sister, brother,wife,husband,son and daughter who have lost a loved one. My God put His loving arms around you. Heidi Name: Pat Mannen Location: Urbana, IL Comments: I am so sorry for your loss. He looks like he was a bright, wonderful human being. I cannot imagine the pain you must feel from your loss of such a young healthy looking man. Sincerely Name: LYK Location: 29Palms, CA Comments: Dear Peyton, As you grow up, you will hear stories about your dad from your family and you will know what a great man he was and how much he was loved. I hope that when you are old enough you will read the comments on this page and know that it wasn't just your family that appreciated his life and felt the loss of it. Your father was a hero. Name: CMSgt Russ Kendall, USAF [Ret] Location: MIlford, NH Comments: I write this with tear-stained eyes and a heavy heart. My war was Vietnam. Watching this tribute to Bobby, one of America's treasures - - one of the best and brightest our country will ever have the honor and priviledge to call a Marine was gut-wrenching. At the same time, it was spiritually uplifting and Robert P. Warns II will be in my memory forever. My wife and I are proud parents of three sons who have also chosen the path not traveled by the timid of this country. Our oldest is a Marine, our middle son is Army Special Forces, and our youngest is an Apache pilot. They and your son are truly members of THE Band Of Brothers. God bless you. Name: John Waite Location: Mesa, Arizona Comments: I deeply feel that Bobby did not pass away in vain and was doing what he felt was right. Thank God we have individuals like Bobby to help protect our country and secure a safer America for us and future generations. I too served in the military, fortunately not in war time, but if needed I would of. God Bless Bobby, his family, friends and loved ones...I wish I could of known him. My sincere condolences and my heart goes out to you. Name: ron olszewski Location: franklin, wi Comments: dear mr and mrs warns, friends and family of bobby, i was the Marine recruiter for CMH from 98-99. i saw bobby often, when i did my high school visits. bobby was one student that was different from the rest. i met him when he was a junior, and i was MY pleasure to meet him. he has a strong sense of duty, honor and country. this, i admired. he was like me, when i was 17-18 yrs old. he approached me and said "sgt ski, i want to be a Marine." the same thing i said to my recuiter. men like bobby are hard to come by. the pool of men and women that are determined to serve their country is shrinking. for those parents that have sons and daughters in the military, you truly have a hero within you family. i am proud to cross paths with bobby, he is a "Marines Marine". he wanted to make a wrong a right. he wanted serve. he did. bobby is a hero. i wear a braclet with bobby's name, i will wear this braclet, until i cross path with bobby again. semper fi, Marine you will not be forgotten. Name: Stephen D. Moerschel R.N. Location: Franklin WI Comments: To the family of Bobby, Though you have already received many cards and emails. I am sending you one today. I never knew bobby, but have watched the video. The video clip was ssent to me by a good friend, who is as a brother to me. His name is Ronald Olszewski.Ron was a recuriter for the Marine Corps at the time. Even though he did not sign Bobby up he knew Bobby very well, and was at the funeral. Though I asked if I could go, Ron said he was going alone. When Ron found out about Bobbies passing on he disclosed what Bobby meant to him in private to me. I just got off the phone with Ron. And I sent him a email today also. For My Grandmother died this Nov 30th and she and my grnadfather were both so very close to me. I cried for you, and your family. And his wifeand unborn daughter. Your son, your husband, did not die in vain. And we all shall be reunited again. All I can do is pray for the both of you and his wife and baby girl. And write to y ou. I have never been one to write to others. For my mouth is better with words then my fingers. May God continue to bless and keep you all. And may God help Ron through this mourning process also. Until we meet my sincere graditude to your son and husband for his service to our country. Sincerly, Stephen David Moerschel R.N. Name: Barry G. Manning, Sr. Location: Albany, New York Comments: To Cpl.Warns, Semper Fi To His family, we offer our gratitude, sympathy and prayers. Our family is a military family, I and my brothers and cousins all served in the USMC, presently we have five of our sons serving (in the US Army, sorry), and all have served at one time or another in Iraq. We have two nephews attending the USMA at West Point and another nephew being swarn into the Navy this coming Friday. All of us and our sons choose to serve (with or without our blessings), yet they do have our admiration and pride. Many years from now when all of us have been reunited with Cpl. Warns the only thing that will matter is WHO WERE WE, and how did we serve while on earth. Many will be ashamed to answer that question, or fumble for a reasonable response, but with all of the Cpl. Warns in the world, that question need not be asked! We will know who they were by where they are standing in heaven. Right next to God as one of the PROUD, THE CHOOSEN, THE FEW!!!!!!!!!! Until we all meet again in heaven I will now pray for all of you, and TO Cpl. Warns! With Love, Gratitude, and Pride The Manning Family SEMPER FI Name: Cousin Kristen Location: Crown Point, IN Comments: Bobby, One of my best memories of you is from years ago ('80 something I think) when we came to visit your new house. It snowed like crazy on the way up there and even after we got there. The next day you and I were the only two in the house that wanted to play in the snow so we went outside. We must have had fourty layers of clothes on and images of Randy from "The Christmas Story" come to mind. We threw snowballs, I think we made a snowman, snow angels, white washing took place too if I'm remembering correctly. It was so much fun. We came in soaking wet from the melting snow and tracked water all over your mom's clean floor. This year, loosing you was almost too much to deal with. When it started to snow the day before Thanksgiving I cried. Part of me wanted to think it was just a coincidence but now I know it was you're way of saying "Hi, I'm still here". So, I guess I just wanted to say Thank you and visit as often as you can. Love always, Kristen Name: Betty Higginbottom Location: England Comments: Bobby must have been a very special person for you to have created this site. I thank you for sharing him with us and may God Bless you all and keep Bobby safe till you all meet again. I am very proud to have many Internet friends in America. Betty Name: Patrick Jones Location: San Dimas, CA Comments: That's a beautiful and touching tribute to Cpl. Warns, whom I didn't have the honor of knowing. I believe that one day, in large measure due to the enormous effort and sacrifice of people like Bobby, even in Iraq, in Afghanistan and eventually in other places where life has long been treated as though it's of so little significance, many more human beings, and many more as yet unborn, will be as universally cherished as he obviously is -- a person and a life of truly infinite significance and purpose. Name: Lori Bakewell Location: Warrenton, Virginia Comments: Thank you. Thank you for raising a fine young man, who grew up to serve his country with honor and pride. His legacy lives on, in your hearts and in mine. May his memory forever bring a smile to turn back the sadness that fills you. He walks with God now. Someday you'll hold your boy...your Marine...close in your arms again. Until then, my heart...a mother's heart...aches with you. Blessed be. Name: Terri Childress Location: Ocala, Florida Comments: That was a beautiful tribute. I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I am so thankful for the sacrifice your son gave. It was great, and will never be forgotten. He is truly a great hero. My son leaves for Afganistan at the end of April, he has a little girl 1 1/2 years old. I pray we never have to go through what you all have gone through. I pray God will give you strength, and that his little girl will truly know what a great man and hero Bobby was. God Bless you all. Name: Jerry & Lori Voigt Location: LAKE VILLAGE, INDIANA Comments: Thank you for the sacrafice your son and your family has done for our country. We hope some of the greatest comfort to you is how proud we are of Bobby and the United States Marine Corps and all the other service men and woman. We are very proud to be Americans. Semper Fi!!!! Name: Danielle Nielsen Location: Goochland, VA Comments: Hey Erin, I just wanted you to know that i'm really sorry Bobby died. For my art class, i'm drawing a portrait of him with a small saying underneath. I knew he would be the perfect person to draw because he was almost related to me. Anyway's i'm sorry. Dani Name: Trish C Location: Illinois Comments: That is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. My heart goes out to you all. Semper Fi! Marine Mom on line Name: debbie Location: arkansas Comments: My heart goes out to the family. My family almost went through the same thing when we thought my cousin was killed in action but he did live through it. My preyers are with you a loss. It is not easy thing to go through. He died fighting for his country's freedom and he is a true hero and I will remmber his name forever for that. He is my hero for fighting for our freedom. God bless you and your loved ones and all who lost a loved in this or any war. Name: Danny A. Bazzell Location: Rosamond Ca. Comments: Rest in peace Corporal, you have made the ultimate sacrifice and you shall not be forgotten. Your watch has ended and your comrades shall carry on. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies:thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. Psalms 23 4-6 God bless you and your family. Danny Bazzell Rosamond Ca U.S. Army; 9th Infantry Division, 2Bn 77th Armor 1980-1983 Name: Col. Werner Lucke USAF Ret. Location: Des Plaines, IL Comments: My deepest condolence on the loss of your brave son and family member. I am sure that he was doing the thing that he wanted to do-defending our country. Please be assured that we all appreciate his bravery and mourn his loss. Although I don't know him personally, I'm sure that he was a credit to his country, community and family, and he will be sorely missed. GOD BLESS! Name: Pat Troup Location: San Antonio, Texas Comments: As a mother and a wife, I can imagine no grief greater than losing a child. I thank you and my family thanks you for raising such a fine young man, for becoming Marines alongside your son(I know you went through boot camp and all, right along with him!), and for sharing him with our country so that ultimately WE OF THE USA still have our freedoms. I believe his sacrifice and yours are for more than the people of Iraq...but as I said, so that my children can go to school without fear of terrorists, so that I don't have to hide to pray,so I can disagree with those in government without fear of death, so that what goes on in Iraq does not go on in San Antonio, Texas. Your son may or may not have joined the Marines with the plan of being a hero, but when he headed overseas to defend our freedoms, he became a hero. I pray that your memories become only more vivid, you see your son in your dreams often, and the pain softens. We know the void is never gone. Most sincerely and gratefully, Pat Troup Name: Major John Matthews (USAR) Location: Florida Comments: My hearfelt condolences and prayers to your family and friends. The video is a glowing tribute to Bobby. As an army officer having served in Iraq from 2003-2004 I salute Corporal Warns for his dedication and sacrifice for our country. May God give you strength during your difficult time. "If there is trouble, let it be in my day so that my children may have peace" - Thomas Paine Name: Lou Chicatelli Location: Albany, New York Comments: I am sorry for your loss. Your video is a beautiful tribute to your Bobby. Many thanks to Cpl. Warns for serving his country. He seemed like a poster Marine. May God keep him safe. Cpl. Warns, keep Heaven's streets safe. Semper Fi, Lou Chicatelli, SGT. USMC '92-'96 Name: GySgt. Lee T. Comtois Location: MCAS New River Comments: Dearest Family and Friends of Cpl. Warns II, I was a Body Bearer at Arlington National Cemetery and my Grandpa was a Marine in WWII. Let me assure you your son will not be forgotten and is in fact woven into the spirit of "Old Glory" for which he so proudly stood for. Forever. God Bless. Name: Janis Shipley Location: Virginia Comments: My heart and prayers go out to you all. Your son has become an Angel of the Lord, Always remembered forever adored. Name: Carly C. Vega Location: Norfolk, Virginia Comments: This has got to be the most beautiful video I've ever seen. I'm from a family of proud Marines and haven't lost one yet. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends. God Bless... Name: Megan Location: Moraga, CA Comments: Thank you for sharing your son. And thank you to him for making it possible for me to have the freedom to share each day with my own family. My best friend is a Marine and the man I love is training to be an officer in the Army. I'm consoled by the fact that they will be around people like Cpl. Robert P. Warns II. I am truly proud to call myself an American because of people like them. God bless. Name: Cole Steis Location: Pennsylvania Comments: I am so sorry for your loss but, just remeber he fought to keep all of us safe. I hope you live a great life and I hope your baby girl grows up to be a great success. Cole Steis 13 yrs old Name: Kurt Michaelson Location: Cortlandt Manor, New York, USA Comments: Mr. & Mrs. Warns and family. Your loss is one I will bare also with you. A beautiful tribute to your son, Bobby. May God comfort you through the many tears sown in mourning, may you also reap a greater joy that you will see and hear, from Him, as well. May God's grace, mercy and peace, be with your family always. Semper fidelis. Sincerely, Kurt Michaelson former Marine with 2/7, MCAGCC 29 Palms Name: Kurt Michaelson Location: Cortlandt Manor, New York, USA Comments: Mr. & Mrs. Warns and family. Your loss is one I will bare also with you. A beautiful tribute to your son, Bobby. May God comfort you through the many tears sown in mourning, may you also reap a greater joy that you will see and hear, from Him, as well. May God's grace, mercy and peace, be with your family always. Semper fidelis. Sincerely, Kurt Michaelson former Marine with 2/7, MCAGCC 29 Palms Name: Kelly & Jim Wilson Location: Noblesville, Indiana Comments: It's obvious that Bobby has made such an impact on so many lives. You and your family should be very proud of him, as is the rest of the country. It's service men and women, like Bobby that allow us to be free and safe. His daughter will soon be a recipient of this gift... You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless. Name: Chris Location: Boston, MA Comments: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Your son is a hero in my eyes and his efforts to help make our country and world a better place is greatly appreciated. Thank you for sharing the beautiful web site. God Bless. Name: Marc Giovannoni Location: Reno Nevada |