Keith, this is for you, your mom and dad, Kirk's wife, two daughters, Kirk's platoon leader, and proud warriors of Alpha 1/279, 45th IBCT:
May God's love and grace shine upon you, and bring you strength, peace, and understanding.
May God carry you in his arms and let his light shine upon you.
May you know that in Heaven, we shall all be reunited. Kirk will embrace his family once again. And Keith and Kirk shall hunt again!
And may you also know that until that day comes, Kirk will be with you.
Down every trail you walk.
In every stand you sit.
On every birthday.
On every anniversary.
On every holiday.
Every day!
Know that Kirk's death was not in vain. Know that he gave the ultimate sacrifice, in a war we did not start, yet a war we shall finish.
A family has lost a loved one. A nation has lost a warrior.
A warrior who stood up to be counted on when his country asked.
A warrior who faced evil, but asked nothing in return.
A warrior for whom this nation is forever grateful..as we are forever grateful to those who have fallen before him.
May God comfort the wounded.
May God guide them and carry them as their physical wounds heal.
May God guide them and carry them as their emotional wounds heal.
And God, bless them too for their selfless service.
May God comfort those still fighting.
Fighting for liberty.
Fighting for freedom.
Fighting for America.
God Bless you all and peace be with you...
"Hail Hail Infantry, Queen of Battle Follow Me!"
RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!