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I will never forget the day that my parents called to tell m ethat you had been killed in Iraq. I was on my way to Alex's soccer game. I had to pull over and compose myself, because I didn't want to show up with how upset and shaken I was at Alex's game. I just kept telling my Dad, no I just talked to you on chat the other night. And you were coming home in 3 weeks. This was your third tour. You had just been home the previous July just before Grandpa passed away and it had been so great to hang out while you were home on leave even though it was for a sad and heart breaking reason.

You were fearless, you showed no fear for anything. That is one thing that everyone always said about you. The Marine Corp had honored you with the Bronze Star with Combat V. The most distinguishing device for Valor and the most respected and meaningful award across the Corp. You were loved and adored by many. Anyone that got the chance to know you always had such wonderful things to say about you.

When you decided to become a EOD Tech, one of the most dangerous jobs in the Corp...the job of keeping your fellow Marines and brother safe, your Mom and the rest of us were worried. But it was what you chose to do and you loved your job.

I always looked forward to the late night conversations. Because you were always some where on the otherside of the world. When I couldn't sleep or had things on my mind you were always there to listen and give advice. I miss that.

Alex talks of you often and says how proud he is to have gotten to be born on your birthday. We all miss you so much. Your Mom has had such a hard time with your passing. We have all been very worried about her.

After five years you are now laid to rest at Williamette National Cemetary in Oregon. Your brother Scotty said it was a beautiful service. Know that you are never ever forgotten for the sacrifice you made. You now sit along side both Grandma and Grandpa and watch down over us.

RIP Cousin