Friday, June 11, 2010

A Salute to Jonathan

Today I salute a soldier.  

His mom used to work with me.  Our office always sent this young man care packages and no matter where he was serving, he would call to say thanks.    Today, along with a colleague we traveled to Savannah to attend his funeral and walked the route behind the Rangers.  I have never been so moved.  Later this weekend, I will share pictures of the wonderful people who lined the streets of Savannah to honor Jonathan Peney. 

16 comments:

  1. I am so sorry to read about this awful loss. I heard on the radio that US forces had lost men this week - Canadian and US loss of life are always reported on CBC here in Victoria. My deepest condolences to Jonathan's family and to everyone who knew this young man.

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  2. JoJo, how sad to think this young man is no longer with his wife and family. My heart goes out to them. I'll keep them in my thoughts and prayers. Far too many have lost their lives.

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  3. This is such sad news and to think it goes on daily! I am so sorry for the continued loss of life but so thankful for our brave military! Thank you for honoring this young man!

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  4. So very sorry to hear about the loss of this young man's life. I can't lie...this makes me very angry and sad. Wondering what it really is all about anymore...

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  5. It's heartbreaking to lose someone so young. My thoughts are with his family tonight. I'm so sorry.

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  6. Peace in our mind and heart, peace in the world... Have a wonderful weekend dear Cheryl.

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  7. I'm so sorry. What a fine looking young man!

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  8. so many youg people dying. it saddens me.sorry about your loss God Bless. rose

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  9. Such sad news; I cringe too because I know that it could have been avoided and these wars are always useless (in my opinion)
    So sad.

    PS: Your husband is right! this cheese is consumed with a glass of arak!

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  10. A tregedy. I am SO very sorry- the family is in my prayers
    xoxo Pattie

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  11. My heart goes out to his family and friends. I am sad that he is gone and thankful that with honor courage and bravery he made the ultimate sacrifice for my freedom. I am grateful and appreciate our soldiers standing and fallen that afford us the luxury of being Americans.

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  12. There's nothing to say. How sad, and how very missed he will be by his family, and yes, the world. Sniff sniff. Linda

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  13. I am so sad to read your post today. I saw this on the news. If I had known you were driving down here you could have stayed at my house.
    Joyce

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  14. How sad! My deepest condolences to you and his family.

    Today is Flag Day and we must remember all the young men and women who have served our country and especially those that made the ultimate sacrifice to keep the flag waving free!

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  15. I am sorry to hear about this. What a brave man to fight for what he believes in!!!
    Such a tragedy.

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  16. Jojo, what a moving post...I'm so sorry for this young man's family & their loss.
    Your tribute was very touching.

    Our flag was out yesterday on Flag Day & we fly it proudly in support of all those who defend it.

    fondly,
    Rett

    p.s. I ♥ your hydrangeas!!!

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