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Honoring our Dusty
on Memorial Day 2008
and everyday.
We love you our Hero.
A balloon from Mama
I have not turned my back on you,
So there is no need to cry,
I am watching you from Heaven,
Just beyond the morning sky;
I have seen you almost fall apart,
When you could barely stand,
I asked the Lord to comfort you,
And I watched him take your hand.
He told me you were in more pain,
Than I could ever be,
He wiped his eyes and swallowed hard,
Then gave your hand to me;
Although you may not feel my touch;
Or see me by your side,
I've whispered that I love you,
While I wiped each tear you cried
If we could have a lifetime wish
A dream that would come true,
We'd pray to God with all our hearts
For yesterday and You.
A thousand words can't bring you back
We know because we've tried......
Neither will a thousand tears
We know because we've cried....
You left behind our broken hearts
And happy memories too....
But we never wanted memories
We only wanted You
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Thank you Dusty, What A
Great Marine.
We Honor You Alway's.
Thank you Kendra for the Beautiful
graphics for Dusty's page.
We will forever treasure them.
Made by Kendra
Made by Kendra
Thank you Delia & Nancy for Dustys
Graphic for his Heaven Date.
Forget me not, for I am there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.
A ROSE FOR MAMA
DESIGN BY MELODY
For all the free people that still protest.
You're welcome. We protect you and you are protected by the best.
Your voice is strong and loud,
but who will fight for you? No one standing in your crowd.
We are your fathers, brothers, and sons,
wearing the boots and carrying guns.
We are the ones that leave all we own,
to make sure your future is carved in stone.
We are the ones who fight and die,
We might not be able to save the world, Well, at least we try.
We walked the paths to where we are at
and we want no choice other than that.
so when you rally your group to complain,
take a look in the back of your brain.
In order for that flag you love to fly
wars must be fought and young men must die.
We came here to fight for the ones we hold dear.
If that's not respected, we would rather stay here.
So please stop yelling, put down your signs,
and pray for those behind enemy lines.
When the conflict is over and all is well,
be thankful that we chose to go through hell.
Design by Melody
ROSES FOR DUSTY
A Mother's Child
by Mom
A mother's child is every breath that she takes,
walking hand in hand, they are every step that she makes.
And as their steps will grow to strides,
still a child, in mother's eyes.
Every ache and pain they shall feel,
mother will share and with love she will kneel.
She will pray to God to take care of her child,
to protect and guide them through every mile.
Her child is the very core of her soul,
from baby in arms to an adult they will grow.
For to a mother, her child will stay,
the precious infant she held that day.
Dusty
Dusty, I will never forget those
Big Bear Hugs.
He stands so tall and brave
Ready to defend or fight
He is there to make a difference
To do what he believes is right
To change the world
To protect those who can’t defend themselves
He may be strong willed
But he also has a heart of gold
He is a marine through and through
He is the Corp
MEMORIES OF YOU
When I see your face
I remember your smile;
The way you moved,
Your couragous style.
Your laughter rings clearly,
Straight through to my heart;
It seems like only yesterday
We were made to part.
Your incredible strength,
The way you stuck by me;
You were my best friend,
It was so easy to see.
My soul cries for you,
When memories flood back;
Of the person I lost,
And reminds me of what lacks.
I have morned for years
Over your painful death;
The day you passed,
They laid my heart to rest.
I hurt for your presence,
And long for the day we reunite;
I will settle for the memories
I hold very tight.
THANK YOU DUSTY
THANK YOU DARLA FOR THE PRECIOUS GRAPHIC
FOR DUSTY. TO HONOR HIM THIS MEMORIAL DAY.
THANK YOU JAYNE FOR THE BEAUTIFUL
GRAPHIC FOR OUR PRECIOUS
DUSTY
Thank you Dusty. I am sure you received your reward
in Heaven. Continue to protect our country angel.
We won't forget.
Rosemary sis of Alvin Cremeans
xoxo
THANK YOU SIS
My Marine / Tom Oliver (His Gunny )
On August 18, I spent my birthday packing boxes carefully. I knew that the next hands to gently sort through them would be the hands of Mom and Dad. I also know that they would be feeling an emotion that I was only feeling a small part of. I lost a brother, "My Marine". They would be sorting through the last things he touched. I cried for my fallen brother and for the broken hearts.
Dusty was a true warrior. He did as he was directed. He was easy to like. I remember Him teasing me about being a "Pimp" because all the moms like me. We all got a good laugh out of that remark.
I will never forget.
Semper Fi Dusty, See ya when it's time for me.
GySgt Oliver
Melody and the rest of The Fitzgerald Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I too have felt your pain of loosing Dustin. I was in ROTC at Tecumseh and became friends with "Ox" during his sophomore year. Being a Marine was his dream ever since I knew him, "Once a Marine, always a Marine". Dustin will always be in my thoughts. Even though he is now in Heaven, he will always be beside us protecting us.
My dear friend, I will miss you, but love you always. Semper Fi- LCPL Dustin R. "Ox" Fitzgerald.
Nate Baldridge
The Fallen
Written by Andrea Senter
They never thought when they left here
their families they'd see no more
No one dares to think about
The high price of such a war.
If you asked them why they did it
They'd say because it was right
Someone has to stand up
And someone has to fight
A world away they defend our cause,
as we tuck our kids in bed.
Some give all for all of us,
And somewhere tears will be shed.
They do not ask for fame or fortune
Just that we recognize
We are here, free, today,
Because the fallen have paid the price.
Dustin,for your courage,strength and your ability for our freedom.Had it not been for you,the war would be at our front door.To all of are men and women that stand for us.God Bless you All.May the Lord be with your family Dustin.
I received a letter from my son LCpl Leigh McCollum, 24th MEU Bravo, yesterday and there was much sadness coming from him at the loss of his buddy. I want to along with him pass on my deepest sympathy to your family. As Marine Parents we are ALL family. I just wish I could get the words out on paper that are in my heart.
ellie-LCpl G. Leigh McCollum-Iraq
In loving Memory of your beautiful son. He was
so blessed to have been loved by a loving
family and to have so many friends.
May God and your Angel be close to you,
especially today and comfort you.
Rosemary
(sister of Alvin Cremeans)
Love and Gratitute to Dusty for his service.
Prayers and condolences to all of his family
and friends. You will not be forgotten Dusty.
Rosemary
sis of Angel Alvin Cremeans
Dear Mike & Mel,
We cannot exspress the pain & loss we feel for you. We do however want you to know the pride we feel for the braverery,fortitude,and courage Dustin has Shown to his country Family Fellow Marines and God. I'm shure his rewards in Heaven are Greater than a mortal can imagine. We are so very grateful for what little time we had to share with dusty I shall treasure it to the day I see him again. We love you all so very much.God speed till we meet again.DUSTY IS A HERO IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. AMEN
Paul & Victoria Fitzgerald (Moline, IL)
I am terribly sorry to hear about Dusty. We graduated the same year and we were in Sea Cadets together. At the time, I was the Cadet leader when I met him. He was a Marine long before he entered Marine basic training. He was passionate about wrestling and life in general, and I know that he was one of the most well disciplined cadets in our unit. He always listened very well and took whatever task we had to accomplish very seriously whether it was Kung Fu training, drill or running the obstacle course. He loved the movie, "Full Metal Jacket" and often we would joke around with him telling him that he looked like the main character. He would quietly laugh and make the same face as the character with a sense of pride on his face. I am thankful to have known him and to have served with him. As I have said, he was a Marine long before he ever entered basic training, and he will never be forgotten as a friend, Marine and fellow Sea Cadet.
SSGT B. Coomer (Opie)
Thank you Julie for the Precious graphic
for Dusty.
Paying tribute to Lance Cpl. Dustin R. Fitzgerald, A Fine Young Marine, with a Multitude of Thanks for his service and dedication to our country and our freedom..
May he rest, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that he truly is an American hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Fitzgerald family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
" Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference. The Marines don't have that problem." ( President Ronald Reagan)
God Bless / Visitor (none)
Please accept the thanks of many grateful Americans that your brave son believed in this country enough to make the ultimate sacrifice for it's freedom. We grieve with you in your loss, we ask God's blessing upon your family, and we know that your son had a higher calling and is safely Home. God Bless and comfort you.
Dustin,
Yesterday remembering you was a honor. Knowing you and what a great person you were on earth touches our hearts to know your above watching out for us, like you did on earth. You come from a family of love, something you don't see much in America. Your mom and dad I am so proud of for having a day to share with friends and family your life. Bless you Dusty...remembering you brings me a smile.
Rita Williger
I went to high school with Dustin. He graduated a year before me. Even though we were not close friends...i still knew who Dustin Fitzgerald was. Everyone did. And the one thing I remember about him that stood out was his passion for the military. When I heard of his death, it hit home for me. At the time I was engaged to a my husband now, who is currently serving in the US Army. I am apart from him right now and out of no where Dustin popped into my head so I thought I would see if I could find him online. Im glad I found this website. I wanted a way to say I hope your family is doing well and that you are in my prayers. I feel a sense of sadness when I think of him now..but at the same time I am thankful and proud of his service. That was God's calling for Dustin and now he is with him today looking down at us and still protecting us. Never stop going. Always know that we will see him again someday. Thankyou for being such a wonderful family. God Bless
Shannon Smith
Fort Sill, OK
Thank you to my sis Karen for the
Beautiful Design for Dusty.
Dear Fitzgerald Family,
My name is CPL Fulk with Marine Barracks 8th and I Washington D.C. and i first want to start off by saying im so sorry for your sons loss. I went to S.O.I (School of Infantry) with your son. We met for the first time in soi and from that day on we became really good friends. We hung out on the weekends and tryed to get away from the barracks as much as we could by renting a hotel room out in town as often as we could, due to the simple fact that we hated staying in that pl
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