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Marine Corps Support Forum - Marine Casualty, 3/7, Molino, Fla.,
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JaxTraxMom~
New Member
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 Posted - 10/26/2005 : 08:51:16
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IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2005
DoD Identifies Marine Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears, 21, of Molino, Fla., died Oct. 23 from enemy small-arms fire while conducting combat operations against enemy forces in Ar Ramadi, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, Calif. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, his unit was attached to 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward).
Media with questions about this Marine can call the Twentynine Palms Public Affairs Office at 760-830-6213.
http://www.defenselink.mil/releases/2005/nr20051026-4984.html
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JaxTraxMom~
New Member
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Posted - 10/26/2005 : 08:52:30
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I am so sorry for your loss He will live in the Hearts of those who love him forever,
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
My thought's and Prayers are with the Family,Loved ones and Friends of Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears
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~sandyr
Manager: Copyright & News Room
31265 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 09:00:48
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With a heavy heart, my deepest sympathies are with family and friends for this fine Hero, LCpl Jonathan R. Spears. My prayers for comfort in your time of sorrow.
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With pride in and prayers for all who serve our country,
Sandy, VPM of Brian
Formerly 3/7 Kilo - Al Qaim '04, Ramadi '05-'06
IL MEPS center '06-'08
Currently Active Reserves - 2/24 Weapons Co.
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Mijo
200+ Posts
270 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 09:31:35
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Prayers and comfort to to family of this fallen hero. May God bless you.
Joann
PMM of LCpl Mike
HMM 266 Deployed-Iraq |
Joann
PMM of CPL Mike |
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LvMyMarine
New Member
15 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 10:12:30
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| Jonathan was a very close friend of my fiance. I was blessed to have gotten to know him as well. He was such a great guy! My thoughts and prayers are with all of his loved ones. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you! We love him and will miss him very much! |
Brittany, Proud fiance of Adam 3/7 Weapons CAAT Blue |
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PrdMarineWf17
1500+ Posts
8031 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 10:21:31
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| I am so sorry for the loss of LCpl Jonathon R. Spears, my thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult and trying time. |
Proud Wife of FORMER Marine Cpl Joe (now Specialist Joe)- 1/7 Baker Co. 2 tours to Iraq,
Proud Mom of BayLeigh and Emery and Ollie
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erod dad
25+ Posts
180 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 11:49:45
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To The Family of LCpl Jonathan R. Spears,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your Marine is a true Hero, who will never be forgotten. God Bless You
Martin & Norma
Proud Parents of LCpl Eric 3/4 Lima |
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PrdMarineWf17
1500+ Posts
8031 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 12:14:09
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Florida Marine killed in Iraq
PENSACOLA, Florida -- A Pensacola area Marine who lost weight to enlist is the first service member from the area to die in Iraq. (3/7)
http://www.marine-corps-news.com/2005/10/florida_marine_killed_in_iraq.htm
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Proud Wife of FORMER Marine Cpl Joe (now Specialist Joe)- 1/7 Baker Co. 2 tours to Iraq,
Proud Mom of BayLeigh and Emery and Ollie
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~jacks
Staff
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Posted - 10/26/2005 : 13:37:00
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My Thoughts & Prayers are with the Family & Friends of Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears.
Jackie |
Communications Coordinator
MarineParents.com, Inc. Jacks ~ Proud Military Mom
LCpl Justin-Former 2/24 Echo CO & formerly 1/7 Charlie Co-OIF I/OIF II Vet
Sgt. Shamus - Former Army -OIF I Vet
Amber - Mommy to Madison
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JazzysWifey
25+ Posts
32 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 18:22:54
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| The news of Cpl. (he was posthumously promoted) Spears' death deeply upset me. While every death is upsetting, this one has hit close to home. Spears was a friend of my husband's and I know it has affected them deeply over there as well. God bless them |
Carrie, Proud Wife to Sgt. Jazzy 3/7 I. Co. 1st Plt.
Supporting OIF III |
Edited by - JazzysWifey on 10/26/2005 19:23:31
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maureenmom
500+ Posts
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Posted - 10/26/2005 : 18:55:41
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Another Marine hero, LCpl.Jonathan Spears has given his all. To family and friends, our deepest sympathy to you. Your Marine Corps family as well as a grateful nation mourns the loss of your son. May you find peace knowing his efforts will help Iraq find freedom.
Praying for your strength at this time,
Maureenmom
(mother of LCpl.Will 3/7, Lima) |
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Diane A
200+ Posts
457 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 19:15:50
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My heart just breaks when I see these post. My heart and prayers are with Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears, his family, friends and unit. Jonathan is a HERO and we will never foget him or what he has done for our Country.
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Proud Marine Mom of Cpl Ryan
My Son, My Heart, My Hero
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~Nan
Advisory Board
2639 Posts |
Posted - 10/26/2005 : 19:31:28
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My heart and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Corporal "J.R." Spears. May they find some comfort in God's loving embrace as they try to comprehend life without their beloved hero.
GOD BLESS OUR SONS AND DAUGHTERS
Nan |
Nan, Mom of Sgt Ian (ret.) from Texas OIF I, II, & III Formerly 3/4 and Wounded Warriors, CA |
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FlynnsMom
25+ Posts
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Posted - 10/26/2005 : 22:37:37
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I was so shocked and deeply saddened this morning to see the bold headlines telling of Jonathan's death in my local paper in Pensacola.My heart aches for his family and they are in my prayers.May they find comfort in the Lord.
Nancy, Proud Marine Mom of Pfc Flynn 1/11 Bravo- Iraq |
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kathi
1500+ Posts
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Posted - 10/26/2005 : 22:44:03
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| My thoughts and prayers are with the family, loved ones and friends of Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears. I am so sorry for your loss. He will always be remembered as an American Hero. |
VPM of CPL Ryan,
Home from Deployment #3
Now IRR, Formerly with ATBn & 2/9
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Alli1305
25+ Posts
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Posted - 10/26/2005 : 23:50:01
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| I didn't know Lance Cpl. Jonathan R. Spears personally, but I am a friend of his girlfriend. I was very shocked and saddened to hear of his death. I only heard good things about him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and all others that were close to him. He will be missed. |
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mikeagnello
Gold Star Uncle
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 11:50:27
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J.R.,
We will always remeber you. You were my parents first grandson. You were my first nephew. I'll cherish the memories of you. The few times when you were a baby and I was "stuck" watching you. The picture of you I carried in my wallet for years...A toothless baby grinning ear to ear wearing a Dallas Cowboys t-shirt. Sadly, I watched you grow up through pictures. Living too far away, and so engrossed in my work. In these last couple of years I had enjoyed so much getting to know you again. A phone conversation, or an email. You listning to my football stories. Especially stories about Coach Armstrong in our Pine Forest days. The last time we were together will be burned in my heart and mind forever. That long ride to Barrancas National Cemetary to bury our "MoMo" and you rode with me in my truck. Your final goodbye to her...I was so sad and proud at the same time as you saluted her and we could hear the sound of Amazing Grace by bagpiper fading in the distance. And now we are left to prepare for that long ride to Barrancas Cemetary again. Our hearts forever broken. As we will ride behind you, I know that the souls of your Big Pa and MoMo, and the other dearly departed that loved you will ride with you.
Dear Lord hear my prayer, that you that know no boundaries of time, space, or dimension, go to that fateful day, moment, and second before our beloved J.R. was taken from us...Take him into your loving arms and protect him from any fear, doubt, or pain....And Lord, I pray that you bring peace and comfort to his parents and sisters, relatives and friends. This I pray for my nephew Jonathon Ross Spears, In The name of the Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
- Michael Agnello |
Do not dishonor this young man's death by saying his was a life taken in vain. Any man would protect himself, his family, his neighbor, only a hero would protect a stranger.
- Mike Agnello
"In this great struggle, this form of Government and every form of human right is endangered if our enemies succeed. There is more involved in this contest than is realized by every one."
--From the August 18, 1864 Speech to the 164th Ohio Regiment
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~sandyr
Manager: Copyright & News Room
31265 Posts |
Posted - 10/27/2005 : 13:44:34
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| What a beautiful tribute, Uncle Michael. My tears for your loss and prayers for you and your family. |
With pride in and prayers for all who serve our country,
Sandy, VPM of Brian
Formerly 3/7 Kilo - Al Qaim '04, Ramadi '05-'06
IL MEPS center '06-'08
Currently Active Reserves - 2/24 Weapons Co.
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terrillr ~
Former Volunteer
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 14:23:02
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Uncle Michael, your tribute is very emotional, and gives a small picture of the special person your nephew was. Thank you.
My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of J.R. May God sustain you. |
Terri - Proud Mom of Former Marine Joseph, aka Booger
VMFA-121, Miramar
A woman is like a tea bag - you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water. Eleanor Roosevelt
Also see profile under member user name terrillr
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mikeagnello
Gold Star Uncle
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 14:47:44
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Originally posted by sandyr
What a beautiful tribute, Uncle Michael. My tears for your loss and prayers for you and your family.
Sandy: Thank you for your contribution to the efforts on this wonderful site. It is a special thing. And thank you for your kindness and support.
-Mike |
Do not dishonor this young man's death by saying his was a life taken in vain. Any man would protect himself, his family, his neighbor, only a hero would protect a stranger.
- Mike Agnello
"In this great struggle, this form of Government and every form of human right is endangered if our enemies succeed. There is more involved in this contest than is realized by every one."
--From the August 18, 1864 Speech to the 164th Ohio Regiment
Abraham Lincoln |
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mikeagnello
Gold Star Uncle
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 15:05:38
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Originally posted by terrillr
Uncle Michael, your tribute is very emotional, and gives a small picture of the special person your nephew was. Thank you.
My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of J.R. May God sustain you.
Terriir: Thank You also for your volunteering your time here on this site. I think it is a wonderful tool for expessing our many emotions. J.R. was known as "Bubba" to his two younger sisters. They so adored their brother. My sister, J.R.'s mom always protected him and doted on him like any good mother. She and our mother, recently deceased worried so much about J.R.'s decision to join the Marines. J.R.s dad knew thas his "boy"was indeed a man and capable of mking such an important decision. He was good father and had much to do with shaping such a fine young man. When I asked Jonathan why he wanted to go back and serve in a hot zone for a second tour he told me he hade a job to finish, and he wanted to be with his brothers-in-arms. God Bless them all. Semper Fi
(Always Faithful to God, Country, Family and the Corps) |
Do not dishonor this young man's death by saying his was a life taken in vain. Any man would protect himself, his family, his neighbor, only a hero would protect a stranger.
- Mike Agnello
"In this great struggle, this form of Government and every form of human right is endangered if our enemies succeed. There is more involved in this contest than is realized by every one."
--From the August 18, 1864 Speech to the 164th Ohio Regiment
Abraham Lincoln |
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JazzysWifey
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 16:22:23
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| Uncle Michael, like the others said, what an amazing tribute and I have to thank you for giving us some insight on the person J.R. was. My husband was deeply saddened by his death and I'm sure the memories of Spears will stick with both he and I for a lifetime. God Bless your family. |
Carrie, Proud Wife to Sgt. Jazzy 3/7 I. Co. 1st Plt.
Supporting OIF III |
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~Mickie
Director, Personnel - Policies & Guidelines
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 18:59:27
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Uncle Michael:
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please pass our condolences on to JR's family.
Your tribute to your nephew is beautiful and moving; your signature line is very powerful and a reminder that our Fallen Marines are true heroes. We will not forget their sacrifce.
I pray that God carries all of you through this difficult time.
There is a section of the web site that is for Gold Star Marine Corps Families. Any member with "Gold Star Status" has access to the private message boards reserved specifically for Gold Star Family Members to discuss the sensitive issues often related to losing a loved one in combat or during active duty with the Marine Corps. For more information, visit this page:
http://www.marineparents.com/usmc/gs-default.asp
There may be a time in the lives of any Gold Star family member that reaching out to connect and share with others who truly understand this pain can be helpful to them. Only that person knows when the right time is. Some Gold Star folks need that connection immediately; others take months or even a year or more before deciding the time is right for them. But it's here...just for the Gold Star Families when they need the support of others.
My thoughts are with all of you.
Mickie
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PM of Sgt Brad OIF Veteran - EAS 13 Oct 07
PM of Lcpl Travis - 3/3 Lima - Deployed, Afghanistan
PM of Angie, mom to my three grandkids
"For those who fight for it...freedom has a special flavor, the protected never know" |
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LvMyMarine
New Member
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 19:02:50
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| That was so beautiful Uncle Michael! My fiance was very close to J.R. and is so upset about losing him. I was blessed to get to know him as well. He was so much fun to be around. When Adam called me and told me about his death, he promised me he would not let J.R. die in vain. I can promise you J.R.'s memory will live on forever! We will miss him deeply! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! May God bless your family and all of our Marines! |
Brittany, Proud fiance of Adam 3/7 Weapons CAAT Blue |
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~gumhealer
Moderator: Chat
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Posted - 10/27/2005 : 22:42:53
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Uncle Michael,
If Cpl Jonathon was ANYTHING like you I can see why he would have touched so many people's hearts. Even though I didn't know him, I DO know that he will be remembered as a hero. His brothers will carry him in their hearts forever. |
Sue---Mom of Cpl Ben--IRR--formerly 1/4 Alpha, 11th MEU "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free."
---Ronald Reagan
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Mom of Jeremy
1500+ Posts
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Posted - 10/28/2005 : 00:23:18
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| Uncle Michael, what a loving tribute to your wonderful and precious nephew, JR. Thank you for sharing a part of your life with JR. The picture of toothless JR in his Cowboys shirt will bring smiles to you again one day. Our hearts hurt and grieve with you as we read about your love with and for JR. Please know that the wonderful memories you shared together will keep him close to all of you forever. I am so very sorry that this has happened. I cannot even imagine the pain that all his loved ones are having to go through, but we do care and are praying for each of you. God Bless You All as you must deal with the upcoming difficult days. We are here for you all. |
Cathy - Proud Mom of Corporal Jeremy - Former 3/4 Weapons Co., Combat Veteran, OIF II and III; Welcome Home Son! Parents hold their childrens' hands for just a little while but their hearts forever
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