Brian A. Vaughn Obituary

12 yrs . A lifetime yet the blink of an eye. I know you're in a better place but I miss you more than words can say.

It is so hard to believe that in 2 days it will be 12 years since you left us,it is still very hard for all of us,we will never let you be forgotten,words can never describe the amount of love we have for you and how you are missed,part of the family chain has been broken by the loss but we continue to wait till the chain will be restored when we all get to join you in heaven,give everyone hugs and kisses from us to hold till we get there,love,Aunt Wanda

June 21, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Brian A. Vaughn:
Always remembering Brian. "Some gave all."

To the family and friends of Spc. Brian A. Vaughn:
Please accept my remembrance of Brian on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

May your sweet soul rest in peace.
I am so sorry for the loss...you will NOT be forgotten.

Alex has been on my mind a lot lately. I regret that we drifted apart afer high school. I loved him dearly and Im scared that he never knew it. I miss his bright smile and laugh that could cheer anyone up. One of the things I will always remember is his saying "Where this is no fun, I make". That was so true about him. Never a dull moment. The anniversary of 9/11 is tomorrow and I am reminded of what Alex fought for. I know his family is so proud of him. I love you Alex!

To the family and friends of Spc. Brian A. Vaughn:
Remembering Brian on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
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To the family of Spc. Brian A. Vaughn:
Brian gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Thank you Spc. Vaughn and family for your service and ultimate sacrifice. You will ALWAYS be an Alabama/American hero and WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!
With DEEP sympathy and MANY thanks to you and your family,

i regret not being able to spend more time with you Alex. i hope you know how verry proud we all are of you. you were taken to soon. i love you and miss you so much. my heart aches every day. i pray for the day we will see each other again.

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know 'Alex', but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Vaughn!

May God's comfort and blessings continue to uphold you, and may HE give you true peace that can come only from Him, through His Son Jesus Christ. I worked with Alex's grandfather Martin Rosser for many years, and was priviledged to hear a great deal about Alex as he grew up. He was a fine young man and greatly to be admired. His service to our country, The United States of America, is so greatly appreciated. He paid the ultimate price so that we can continue to enjoy the freedoms we have as Americans, and his sacrifice will never be forgotten. I am so thankful to live in a nation where men/heroes like Alex Vaughn live and give of themselves.
I am so thankful that Alex was a Christian, ready to meet His Lord and that we will see Him again when we as Christians meet the Lord. Thank you, Alex, for giving your life for my freedom ! And thank you, Terry & family, for sharing Alex's life with us! He truly is a HERO !
May God bless all of you and keep you in the palm of His hand !!
Sue Parsons

To the Vaughn Family, THis is Rodney Daffern I'm hoping to get in contact with Alex's lil bro who I painted Superman on. 806-626-8245

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Vaughn and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

well its alittle past ur 2 yr anniversary. im really sorry i didnt write until now i have been really busy. i just wanted to tell u that its been 2 yrs and i still havent forgot about u man. i still cant wait till the day we see each other again. until then i will continue to let u know that u were a big part in my life and that u will never be forgoten. i named my son after u aiden alexander. but i love u man, and i will never forget u. to all of ur family thank u for bringing him into this life he changed me forever, and he will never be forgoten. ill talk to u again continue to watch over all of us over here man!!! I LOVE U MAN laterz......

In Remembrance of Spc. Brian A. Vaughn, with so much gratitude, for your Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

May Brian Rest Safely in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Vaughn family.
Those who Made this Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"I consider that our present sufferings, are not worth comparing with the glory that shall be revealed in us."
~Romans 8:18~

I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of Caring and Support that surround you each day, as this Grateful Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc Vaughn. Please know that he will always be remembered as an American hero, we all share in your sorrow. My flag flies in his honor.

Alex, Today is Memorial day 2007, and Keegan and i will be remembering you and your family today.
Hope

Terry.
I just want you to know how important you are to me. You are always in my prayers and I love you. I know through the words of you and my Husband that Alex was a great person.
Hope Forbes

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIS. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A PROUD MARINE MOM

To the Vaughn Family;

My name is Benjamin Hixson. I am a former Marine out of Camp lejeune that also served in Iraq in 2003-2004. I lost my best friend, my brother in Iraq, so in June I rode to his hometown outside of chicago where I rode for him in the Illinois Freedom run. On the way in the gates of upwards of 18,000 motorcycles I was one to receive a dog tag. The dog tag I received was your loved ones, Spc. Brian A Vaughn. I wanted to contact you to tell you that I rode with Brian's dogtag around my neck for the entire day. And my sympathy goes to the family and friends of Spc. Vaughns. Losing a loved one is never easy, as life has been short for so many wonderful people in this war. Again my heart goes to everyone who Brian was close to. And I would very much like to get to know Brian through his family and friends. please feel free to call me at anytime if my email does not work. 910-381-2884

My heartfelt sympathy to the Vaughn family in the loss of Brian. I did not know Brian, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Brian it has been a year since you were taken. You are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom



To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

Hi Alex! Yesterday and today I have tried to smile and laugh when I think about you (which is so often). I wore your t-shirt and everyone asked me who you were and I proudly told them that you are someone I love who is funny, brave, and strong. I found a video of that trip me, you, Ashley, Adam, Lacey, Chris, and the parents went on to Florida right after graduation. All I could do was cry and laugh when I heard your voice and what you were saying to me. I hope you know that I love you soooo much-I always have and NOTHING will ever stop that. For the short time I had you in my life, you(along with Ash) were my world. We never did anything without planning with each other. I am so happy you were there to protect us when we were going through a crazy stage. I'm so glad I have those videos because whenever I need to hear you I can. You always told me I was beautiful, even when I didn't feel that way. I know you know that I got married, and Lacey and Ashley told me you were happy for me. We're planning on having kids in the next couple of years and if it's a boy, he'll be Alex. I always told you I'd name my son after you. He'll always know what a great man he is named after. I guess this is long, but I want to thank you for being all of our angel...I really think you were put here to watch over people, and I'm sure you're still doing it now. It's your nature. I love you Superman! Brittani

PS If any of Alex's family would like a copy of the Florida tape from when we went in 2001, just email me or call me. I'd be glad to get you one. Love you guys!

Alex, it’s been a year now and my heart is still torn to shreds. I can’t believe I was so stupid not to come see you last time you came home. You know we all get caught up in the rat race. I had to be at work, I would have quit that day and come to see you had I known that would have been my last chance to see you. My last chance to hear you laugh, My last chance to feel you hand shake and embrace, My last chance to tell you How proud I am of you, How much I respected you, How much I loved you. I pray to God to give my comfort and I pray you know how much you meant to me and all your family and friends.

I get up every day to get dressed the first thing I reach for is that GOLD STAR PIN. I wear it everyday to honor you and I tell everyone I meet about you.

The man you were, the son, the nephew, the friend, the soldier, the medic, the Christian.

Who was loved by all and touched thousands of lives and hearts.

As kids when things did not go right we would always ask for a Do Overs I would give my life for a Do Over for you. You left to soon.

As I sit hear with tears of pain rolling down my face I look forward to tears of joy when we all are reunited in God presence one day.

I pray everyday for God to heal my heart fill it with pride and love of you Alex.

Alex I Love you, You are my hero, You are my angel.

Love, Uncle David Vaughn

Alex,

I can't believe it's been a year since your death. I still think about you everyday, and you are still the most amazing person I've ever known. Once in a while, a memory with you that I'd forgotten will pop into my head, and they always make me smile. There are still no bad memories with you. I know regrets are useless, but I sincerely regret losing touch with you. You were one of those friends that I expected to run into oneday and reconnect with..I wish that had happened. I miss you everyday, and I'd give anything to hear you sing one of those 80s songs you loved again.

You touched my life, and even in death, you continue to touch people's lives. You will always be my hero, and I will always love you and be so very proud of you.

If you were going to be the only other person in heaven, it would still be worth all the hardships of getting there. So I'll see you there Superman.

Dear Alex,One year ago today we got the news of your death,it was very hard then and it is still hard today.We still miss you so much,our hearts have not healed from the pain of your death.Sometimes I think that your death is not real and that you are still in Iraq and that you will come home to us,I think that helps get me through the day.Everyone works hard at keeping your Memory Alive and to Honor you,we will not let your Memory Fade and you will never be forgotten.I think when you are looking down on us from Heaven you are quite pleased and amused too.Alex you are famous,we make sure to tell everyone about you and how Brave you were and how you Voluntered to be in Iraq and on the Front Lines and how you Saved lives and made the Ultimate Sacrafice every chance we get.You are everyones Hero and Superman and we are so proud of you,we just wish you were here with us so we could tell you in person.I know you are in a better place and that you are watching over us and that is God's plan and we don't understand why God chose to take you home so early and we still ask why but I am looking forward to the moment I will see you again and all the others in Heaven waiting for me.The one regret I have is that I

don't think you knew how much I Loved you,I can only hope that somehow you knew.You are so Special Alex and so missed and the Family is not complete without you.Rest in Peace Alex,your Legacy will carry on.Always missed,Never Forgotten. With all my Love,Your Very Proud Aunt,Wanda

Friends and Family, you always wonder what Memorial day and Veterns day are all really about. And as young adults and teenagers we just know that banks are closed and that there's no school. But this year it has been so much more. Alex I miss you everyday, but I'm proud to know that you are one of the amazing men we remember on Days like today. I love you!

It's Memorial Day, but I remember you every day. I was so upset when Joslin came over to our barracks and told me that I couldn't even mourn for you. I broke down at your memorial at Ft. Carson with my wife sitting next to me several months later. I just can't imagine how much your family still misses you, and that includes a lot of your friends because I think they considered you family. Although I was not your best friend in the army, you were certainly mine. You died too soon, but honorably, for the good of all humanity. I know you are so happy now in your special place in Heaven. You really made Jesus proud in your everyday living. I like to think that you're still over there, as an angel of protection for our troops; it seems like something you'd volunteer for when you got to heaven. Anyway, I'll see you again on that glorious day, brother. God bless your family. -SGT Schumacher...ps, I have a few photos of Alex that no one has seen, email me and i'll send them.

Alex.. here we are, celebrating your 24th bday this weekend. its kinda a nationwide thing.. kellogg is throwing you a bday party this weekend too. be soo much better if you were here. we'll be thinking a lot about you tonight, like always, and know you will be there with us in spirit. it has been almost a year now but feels like yesterday that we were hanging out in the lakes. there is so much that i want to tell you, but you already know anyways. i just miss you alex. i love you. -lace

DEAR ALEX TOMMORROW IS YOUR BITHDAY AND WE WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT WE ARE THINKING ABOUT YOU.. THERE IS NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT WE DON'T THINK OF YOU BUT TOMORROW WILL BE REALLY HARD BECAUSE YOU WILL BE ANOTHER YEAR OLDER. IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT WE ARE COMING UP ON ONE YEAR THAT YOU HAVE NOT BEEN HERE IN PERSON WITH US. WE KNOW THAT YOU ARE WITH US EVERYDAY IN OTHER WAYS AND THAT YOU WATCH OVER US AND LEAD US AND QUIDE US IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION. WE LOVE YOU DEARLY AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OUR HERO EVEN IN HEAVEN. YOU HAVE MADE SUCH A IMPACT ON SO MANY LIVES. WE LOVE YOU UNCLE BUBBA,TAYLOR, STACEE ROSSER

I just want to say, "Thanks Alex for being such a brave soldier" I didn't know you or your family, but my prayers are with all of you & God bless.

My cousin Brian Alex Vaughn was my brother from another mother and i desrly miss him so much my name is dallas rosser and sometimes i look at my wall where i put pics of him and i still cry my self to sleep and i bless every one for writeing about him because i know yall were probly realy close so thanks from Dallas Rosser 12 years old

Alex, I loved you very much and will always have the strongest of feelings for you. You were the only man I never got over. I'm really upset with my self that I didn't keep in touch once I moved. I am so sorry for that. I always wanted to tell you that I named my son after you. I look forward to seeing you in heaven! I love you!!

Hey man sorry we didnt get to hang out more but maybe when my time is here we can hang out see you then Cuz.

Psalm 23



1

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

2

He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,

3

He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

5

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

6

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.



This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!



My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!



If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!



Wife & Daughter of the Late

Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford

KIA May 23, 2005

God Bless ( Jamie,Navy wife)

My compassion and condolences to the family of Spc. Brian A. Vaughn. I pray that God will comfort you and walk with you through your sadness on this tragic loss.

dear vaughn, i guess this is the last time i will be writing you. im so sorry that this is the way everything had to end. i know this is kind of late to be writing in the guest book, but there is so much i needed to say but couldnt bring myself to say. i guess in a way this made it still seem too real. you used to tell me that i shouldnt ignore things, problems and such, but acknowledging the fact that i will never see you again hurts my heart worse than its ever been hurt before. i loved you with all of my heart so feircely that any moment apart was spent waiting for the next. i am so sorry, and i hope you can hear me in heaven. god, i will never forget you and going on has at times has been almost unbearable, but i know that that's what you would want me to do, and you would want me to finish my life. i have questioned every possibility for why this had to happen and i have came to no conclusion. someday i hope to see you again because it doesnt seem fair that my time with you was so short on earth. i love you, i loved you, and i will always love you. you will never be forgotten and while we were together you alone were in my thoughts and desires. i love you, and i hope you know now just how much that was becuase there is no word that could ever acurately describe it.

To the Vaughn family,

Please allow me to say. Thank you Brian for your service. Thank you Brian for your sacrifice. Thank you Brian for your heroism. You are now a part of the proud legacy of the U.S. Army's 2nd Division. THE 2nd DIVISION, SECOND TO NONE !

May God's blessings be with all of Brian's family and friends. I do know your pain, my son, was KIA in Iraq, L.CpL. Jonathan Smith, USMC.

The Vaughn family will always remain in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you, and God bless America.

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BRIAN DEATH ! GOD BLESS THE FAMILY HE LEAVES BEHIND! DIANE

to the family of spc brian a. vaughni am so sorry for your loss. i lost my grandson lcpl adam crumpler june 18 2005 . i cant understand why but he was doing what he wanted to do . i dont believe i could of gotten through the first monthwithout peoplewith the same loss. i will keep you in my prayers emma johnson grandmother of a fallen hero

ALEX,

WE DIDNT GET TO SPEND TO MUCH TIME TOGETHER YOUR LAST FEW YEARS WITH US, BUT ALL THE TIMES I REMEMBER WERE SOME OF THE BEST TIMES OF MY LIFE AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MY LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME BECAUSE YOUR GONE BUT IS BETTER BECAUSE I HAD YOU IN IT. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.

I will miss your smile and hugs, your laugh and your ever present care & concern. Thank you for making me feel the way I did, for telling me that I really was good when I knew that I wasn't. You told me that I was beautiful, and made me belive it. We were quite a pair back then. I was your crutch and you were mine for our crazy adolescent years. You were an integeral part of my life then, and I have missed you since. Sometimes the road splits and we don't know where it will take us. But, I will never forget the short time we had together. Remeber Tonto! I love you.

First I would like to say how sorry I am for your loss. Alex was one of the best friends and one of the best people I have ever known. So easy to talk to you and he really cared about whatever it was you had to say. I would share my experiences with him but there are too many great ones to choose from. I can honestly say that my life is better having known him. Everytime I think of him I have to smile just when I think I will break down into tears another memory of him fills my mind and just makes me laugh.



Well Alex, my confidant, I am gonna miss you forever and you will be in my thoughts always. I wish you could be here to go through all the plans we had made. But just know I will think of you everyday. Love you and miss you always.

Dearest Terry: It is not possible to understand your pain. Losing a child to violence whether in war or on hometown streets doesn't lessen the loss or sense of emptiness. Right now you blame God for this death, but we all know that God would never take a life that was created by Him. I pray that God, ever present within and around you will gently embrace you in love and fill you with peace. May you know that all is well in your life. Be still and release any negative thoughts. Attune your heart to God and be serene and secure, loved and cared for. Once you do that you'll know that though Alex's physical body is no longer on this plane, his spirit is part of your every breath and thought - so he truly lives on. You and your family remain in our prayers.

Martin,



We are praying for you and your family.



Paul

There are no words to express our sorrow at the loss of this wonderful young man. Jim and I salute you.

Dear Terry and family, please accept my deepest sympathy for your

loss. I did not know Alex personally,only thru your e-mails and pictures. I know how much you love him and how proud you are of him. After reading the condolences of so many friends and family, Alex was truly a hero and such a fine young man. Thank you Alex for doing what you believe in. Freedom and helping others.

This is a special Legacy to leave to Spc. Vaughn. Thank you ALL for sharing your wonderful stories about his life and sacrifice. Sounds like SPC Vaughn shaped his spiritual gifts to be like GOD; with his heart, abilities, personality, & experience. He was shaped to SERVE GOD & HIS COUNTRY.

"God works through different men in different ways, but it is the same GOD who achieves his purposes through them all." 1 Corinthians 12:6

Alex, The memories that I have of you, I could write a book. Every time I think of you a smile comes to my face and tears fill my eyes, my heart feels like it will break but yet I feel so much pride to have such a nephew that would give his life.

You are a "Hero" to all and our "Superman", and even though I know that you are in better place I still don't understand "Gods Plan". I would like to think that it is so you can be a "Guarding Angel" to all of us that love you. That could be quite a job, But I don't know of anyone else that could fill that position other than you "Our Superman".

I will never forget you Alex, it has been almost a month and when I close my eyes I can see your face and hear you laughter. I'll always remember the fun we had at the river, the trips to Habaneros, you behind the couch and just talking on the porch.

Thank you for always being there for Ashley, Lacey and Dallas and for being the "Big Brother" that they never had.

I love you Alex,

Aunt Kim

To family and friends reading these entries,When I heard the news of Alex's death I went to praying for the lord to comfort everyone.And I could not understand why the lord would take him.But the Lord knows.He went down a true HERO.And he will rise again a hero,and guard us as we face our dangers and trials of life. I told Terry (Alex's mom)that I love her and I'm sorry for the loss of her son which is my cousin.She's someone that would take you under her wings and make all the pain go away. And Terry when you read this I hope you know God is with you.You be strong,My church is praying for you still.everything Alex was he got from you!You have the same heart,and he lives still,through YOU,ADAM,and the rest of the family.We are praying for you .May God bless you all.He is deeply missed then,now and forever.

I'm so sorry for the loss of the wonderful young man. May God bless his family. I hope they know that he is appreciated and that my family and I will hold them allin our prayers.

When Alex went down, I had no idea..We didnt get informed til the next morning at PT..My platoon sgt said something like this " I hate to be the barer of bad news, but we lost a fellow medic last night..." and before he ever said the name I already knew "..it was SPC Vaughn." I hit my knees and started to cry, the news was almost unbarable, it made me sick to even think about it. I went outside to calm down at the smoking area when SPC Dansper approched me and gave me hug and said "Vaughn left something for you and Billing"..In a journal that he kept for his family in case something like this happened, was two pictures of him, 1 for me and 1 for Billing, with a message on the back..the message on the back of the picture that was for me read "Pitt, I love you, thats all I can say, Stay strong girl. there are still people out there that need you. I did. Love Alex I love you April" Since that day that picture stays in my left DCU pocket..Alex was one of my Best Friends. Although I wasnt life long friends with him..The last two years, I couldnt of made it without him..He was so easy to talk to, fun to be around, always had a smile on his face, there was nothing that could keep him down, He live life to the fullest, never took one minute for granted. He will truly be missed by many.



" I love you too Alex..I will keep my head up just for you. You be good up there you hear, look out for the rest of us and i know you will. I will see you again someday..your loving friend,Pitt"

Dear Alex, You were truely all of our HERO. You touched so many peoples lives in so many ways. Your Uncle Bubba has had a hard time with all of this but he knows that you were doing what you wanted and that you died happy and very proud of your duties. You died as his HERO and like a son to him. He will always carry the arrow heads and other memories that he has of you close to his heart. I love you very much and I know that God had a better plan for you and that you are in a better place than we are,I try to explain to your little Tater Tot that you had to go home to the lord above and that you are a ANGEL watching over him now. When Taylor sees a bright star he asks if that is you watching us and what you are saying. He also wants to know if you got your wings. We tell him you did and that you are watching over him and leading and guiding him in the directions of his life and that when he says his prayers at night to be thankful for the things that you did for us. We love you very much and thank you for being our hero in so many ways.



The David {Bubba} Rosser family

stacee and taylor

Thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of such great loss. Only God can give true comfort and I trust Him to do so. My family and I appreciate this ultimate sacrifice by Alex.



God bless....

Alex Vaughn my Hero,June 21st 2005 will be forever remembered as the day the world stood still in my heart,the day the world became dimmer and duller because we lost you,You were the sunshine in our hearts and you just wanted us as in everyone to be happy. We all have our favorite memories of you and I don't think anyone has a single bad memory of you. And being your Aunt has been a pleasure and truly a Honor and I am proud to say that I have you Alex for my nephew and you are my Hero. Unlike you Alex we were selfish,we didn't want you to be in Iraq,you volunteered to be there,we didn't want you in the middle of the action ,you wanted to be there,we knew all to well what could happen,you knew too but you knew you had to be there because they needed you,We wanted you home with us,God called you home. Thank you Alex for your outstanding Service,courage,strength, Commitment,loyalty ,to your fellow men, for you never were or never could be selfish Alex ,that is what makes you so different from us.You were very special and God made you that way so you could serve him here on earth in a way that not many people can do,And serve you did.We are so Thankful for your service Alex and so proud of all you did.Go now and guard the gates of Heaven,you are where you belong,because you were to good to be here on earth,You are our Big Guardian Angel and I know you are also taking care of our Little Guardian Angel Nikki,Take good care of her until God calls me to heaven to be with her again. The world will never be the same without you Alex but we have it covered down here so rest in peace, for you have new duties in Heaven to fullfill .You will be forever missed but never forgotten. God Bless All our troops all over the world.Love you and miss you Aunt Wanda

Alex was like a brother to me not like one but was he lived with us for about a year.I was the baby sis I have so many memories of him playing with me to when he beat me up L.O.L .even when he got on to me is still a good memory or when we watched cartoons allllllll day long, im 11 probably 9 when we did that im going to miss him be cause we had a special bond that no one can replace. In loveing memory.
I luv u my guardian angel.
Love baby sis Dallas

To Alex's family and friends. Alex or Doc as we called him was a good friend of mine. You could always count on Doc to help you when you were in need. There are very few people in this world that I will risk my life for and Doc was one of those people. It hurt me in ways that a cut can't, when I heard that he had died. He was a outstanding medic and loved his job and his platoon, and we loved him for it. The world got a little darker on June 21st and I know atleast in my heart that it will never be that bright agian. Doc I will miss you brother. My love and care go out to all that knew Alex.



Joshua Oerther

U.S. ARMY (INFANTRY)

I remember Alex well from his school days in Odenville. I grieve with you. My prayers will continue to be with the family.

I am one of Alex's MANY old friends. We graduated from SCCHS together. I grad. One yr before him. Back then he lived about 5 mi. away from me in Ashville. We met & started talking after one of us had wrecked our Volkswagen Bug. I can't remember who wrecked first. After that, our friendship just took off. I loved Alex very much. I have not talked to him in a couple of years, after he got out of Boot Camp, he came by to see me and tell me where he was going (South Korea)and he promised that he would write or call. I think that he may have been too busy though, cause I didn't hear from him. I have so many memories and stories about him, so many wonderful thoughts that I will keep with me forever. He always liked me for me. He loved everyone and that love changed peoples lives. I am so proud of him and what he has done not only for his country, but everything before that he had done for his friends. I have missed him and thought about him for the past few years, and I will continue to do so. He will be with me forever.

To Alex's family: I am sorry, but we know that we can not mourn like those who have no hope, because we will see him again. I am looking foward to that day. If anyone wishes, feel free to contact me.

Feel free to contact me.

I love you all,

Finch

When I seen Terry's interview on the news the weekend I was visiting home(Bham),I seen her Ywea shirt and knew she must somehow be affiliated with the Church of God.Then when Janice emailed the news concerning Alex I knew I must write and say God Bless Alex and all troops all over the world who sacrifice so much for freedom's sake.

Love and prayers for Terry and the Vaughn family. Truly appreciate the tremendous sacrifice that Alex, and now his family, made in service to this country. Words are not enough.

God bless you all.

Janice

Terri Rosser and family - I was walking along the sidewalk during lunch by UAB when I saw your photo on the front of the Post Herald - did not know that this brave kid that I had read about earlier was your son until then - it's been a long time since we all lived in Greenwood but I remember you and your family fondly - my prayers and heartfelt condolescences to you and your family - I didn't know Alex but I will certainly remember him now....God Bless, Tammy

I've never seen hs face or touched his hand, but I am certain, by his e-mails he is my friend.



Death dims the opportunity for us to ever meet, for it was just by chance our correspondence first began



Since then we've written several times, and by the way that he responds, I know whatever I may write, he will understand.



Our relationship is one of integrity and respect that Alex so easily radiates. He truley is "My Hero"



I hope your memories of Alex will help to bring you comfort and take some of the sadness away from your heart, and gently replace it with the warmth of shared moments you had when he was healthy and happy.



Alex's Mom, Terry....

Please contact me with your address so I can send you some of Alex's emails.

God Bless,

Mitzi

Spc. Brian A. "Alex" Vaughn your service to the United States of America and my freedoms is much appreciated. You are a hero for preserving my freedoms and the freedoms of the people of the world. GOD Bless and Thank You. My condolence goes out to the family of Alex ... may his duty of selflessness be honored for life times to come.

Hello, my name is Sgt Kurt Krause. I was Brian's first line supervisor, his Sergeant. At the time that Brian was taken from us, you and his brothers in arms, I was on leave. Upon returning to Iraq I read a newspaper and broke down completely when I saw his name in the list. I can say however with great pride in saying that he was the soldiers soldier. A shining example that other young sergeants like myself would only wish to have the opportunity to work with such a superior medic, both professionally and knowing him on a personal basis. Ive always known Brian as a clown of sorts able to cheer up everyone around him from the gloomiest state imaginable. I will truly never forget Brian for the rest of my career or the rest of my life as he was a example even I could follow. Brian was a great friend and would always do the right thing even if he knew it posed a great threat to him just to help out the person who is down next to him. I wish I could have present and not on leave at that time, and I will Truly miss

Specialist Brian "Alex" Vaughn.



-If any family or friends would like to contact me you can do so by msg myself @ kurt_t_krause on yahoo msg.

Hey guys, I just found the website, sorry I didnt write sooner. I try to explain Alex to people who have never met him, but there is no words to explain the type of person he was. He would go out of his way to help ANYBODY at ANYTIME. I can recall atime when me, adam, and alex were going down 411 and there was a girl about 18 years old outside cutting grass with a push-mower and Alex happened to look over and see her, and he actually turned the car around and was going to go back and help her before me and Adam talked him in ti keep driving. That was just the type of heart he had. To Adam, Ashley, and Lacey I know there is A void now without him around, but at least we have the good times to look back on and get a laugh out of those. If you guys need ANYTHING, call me or E-mail me! Like a Shot Dragon , Blake

Please accept my deepest sympathy.May God keep you forever in His arms. I pray every day that all our troops will return home safely, but God chooses His Angels and some are called unto Him. There is no doubt in my mind your son is in heaven smiling down on you and your family.

Thank you for serving our Country, you paid the ultimate price for us to have our freedom. Now go be peaceful in the presence of the Lord.

I'm a medic in Vaughn's platoon, and am tasked to team red of the same company he was assigned to. Whenever there was work to do, Vaughn was at the front of the line, smiling, no matter how frustrating our situation may have seemed at the time. So now I know that even if there were not any heavy objects that needed to be moved around in Heaven before his presence there, he has probably found some by now, and will have everything taken care of by the time we get there so that no one else has to worry about it. You are right Vaughn, "the day is yours." I'll do my best to pick up where you left off, brother. And don't worry yourself about us down here now, we got this. I'll never forget.

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. He was such a great hero to go and serve his country. He will greatly be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Hey guys,

Sorry it took me so long to sign... I just found the post. Just wanted to say hey and thank you for all of the people that were there to support Alex and his family. I know that I haven't seen most of you guys in about 3 years but I want you to know that I'm sorry for that and I miss and love you guys. Adam I hate that we're not close anymore and I hope that we can stay in touch. Brittney if you read this get my email girl and call me. It was kinda great to know that so many people loved and love Alex the way that I know me and my friends do. He will be missed, but I truley believe I will see him again. I love you guys.

Brian, you'll be missed bro. You were a great friend and a brother. Your missed and loved by the 3RD Platoon BadBoys. Your family and you will always be in our prayers. Rest In Peace DOC

Terry & Patrick:

The days they seem so long and the nights as if they will never end. You find yourself angry, your heart hurts over and over again. From the day Alex was born he was a hero in his Mom's eye, today he is a hero in every American's eye. Cherish Alex in memories of the days that have past. Look forward to the homecoming for then you will see him again. A homcoming only for belivers, because of our savior, who gave his life for us all to be able to live forever in a sweet place that we call home.

My prayers are with you always. You are a blessing for above. I am here for you and I love you both so much!



I am here for you if you need a friend to pray with or you just need to talk.

205-812-4024

Though I never knew Spc. Vaughn, I have to let his family know that the sacrifice he and his family have made for mine is understood and so very appreciated. I promise to raise my children to know what you have done for them and what you willingly gave up in keeping America the land of the free and the home of the brave. You, soldier, are the Brave - a true Hero. Thank you so much for your service and sacrifice.

Terry and family, There are no words to express my heartfelt sympathy to you. Please know Alex will forever be in my heart along with all the others from the 2nd BCT who have fought bravely.



You are still part of our 2nd BCT family and always will be. Please know we are here for you any time you need us.



Spc Brian "Alex" Vaughn now deployed to heaven with his fellow brothers guarding the gates of heaven.



2IDMom

I met Alex in 2001 through my best friend Ashley. They were cousins, and I became part of the family too. Alex changed my life, along with Ashley, and taught me that it was okay to be a crazy kid. He taught me to be carefree and to believe in fairytales. I never believed in fairy tales until I met Alex; he gave me a fairytale in his own way. Alex,Ashley,and I would all fall asleep together just laughing and talking. I have never felt more loved in my entire life than when I was with them.My time with Alex was short but I'll never forget it. I truly loved Alex, and I have no doubt he loved me too. Alex always took care of us(even when we didn't want him to). I am so deeply hurt for all of us losing him, but just know he's where he can watch out for all of us at the same time. Alex was a pure soul and one of the best people to live. We are all truly blessed to have loved and been loved by Alex. He took a piece of everyone who loved him when he went to Heaven.I will always miss him, but I know he will always be with me; he's in my heart.I wish everyone could've known Alex to see how amazing he was.To Alex's family: I love you guys and thanks for sharing such a wonderful person with the rest of us. Always, Brittani

Dearest Terry & Family

God Bless Your Son and His Courage!! I am so sorry for your loss, your son IS a true Hero and is safe now in God's Hands!! We Honor the way he lived and THAT is what makes him a hero!! May God Bless and Keep you all in this time of deep sorrow. With Love, Theresa

Dear Terry, Patrick, Adam and Anthony,



No words could express the deepest sadness we feel for your loss. There are no words that could make this any easier on you, but we are proud to have had him a part of our family and his memory will live on with us forever. I know we never met him, but your love and pride for him speaks to us all. He died for our country and we will forever be grateful for his ultimate sacrifice.



Love Always,



Steve, Kathy & Nicole Guiliano

i am so sorry for your loss please except my heart felt sympathy for the loss of your son

Terry Lynn

My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. Your cousin Kelly(Watts)McKenzie

alex,you are such a beautiful spirit and you will always be my brother. as a shy girl i never really had any friends, but you and adam were my refuge. thank you for always being there for me and making me laugh. ill always remember when you let me sleep in your bedroom floor that time i was so depressed. im so thankful that God blessed our family with the time we got to have you live in our little pink room. ---to those who never got the chance to meet alex, i am truly sorry. there never was a bigger heart. he was a man after God's own heart. i can't wait to see you again, brother. --love your sister from another mother, ashtray!

To the Vaughn family:

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son.

Terry, family, and friends,



At a time like this the words are never sufficient to express the great suffering and grief I know you all are feeling. I hope you can find refuge in the memories and the stories that so many have shared on Alex's behalf. He evidently was quite a man for his short years here and you all can take credit for that because each of you contributed to his growing process resulting in not only a good and honorable man but a hero to everyone of us. God bless you all and hold you near to his heart during this most difficult time - just remember he now rests in the embrace of our Lord and Savior and awaits our arrival for a joyous homecoming.

I WAS THERE WHEN HE WAS BORN IN MATTHEWES LA. I AM HIS GREAT AUNT.I WATCHED HIM GROW INTO THE MOST WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN . WE ARE SO THANKFUL THAT GOD SHARED HIM WITH US FOR A SHORT 23 YEARS.HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED NOT ONLY IN OUR FAMILY,BUT BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW HIM

To the family,

I am extremly sorry for you loss. Cherish all your memories and they will be with you forever. Alex was an awesome person with a big heart and Im sure he is in a great place. I new Alex for a long time and Im know he will be missed by many. Pull together and take care of one another, your all each other has. The pain will heal over time. God bless your family.

Terry&Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Keep your trust in God and he will guide you through.

Terry & Family- I am deeply sorry for your loss. Alex was such a kind & caring guy & he would always find some way to make you smile! It is an honor to have had such a friend. He will be missed. You are in my prayers.

Terry and family, No words I can say can take away your pain. Just remember that God loves you and keep looking to him for your strength. The prayers of your friends will carry you through this. I love you Terry and will be here if you need me.

Love you

Terry, Patrick and Family of Alex,

My family is heartbroken for you. Our sincerest sympathy and prayers for you during this most difficult time. With greatest regard for the bravery and sacrifice made by your Son and your Family.

Beth, Laura & Nicholas Oleska

Dear Terry, My heart goes out to you at this most heart wrenching time. But know that you are not alone, I lost my son in Iraq on Christmas Eve 2003. They now walk together as heroes. My prayers are with you and the rest of the family

The last time I saw Alex was before he joined the army. It is sad to think I'll never see him again and we didn't stay in contact but the memorys he left for I'm sure so many people are priceless. Alex was the type of guy who would do anything to make you laugh. He truly loved life and wanted everyone around him to be happy too. Whenever I think of Alex I"ll remember this goofy guy with an incredibly big heart who grew up to be a courageous soldier that I feel honored to have known. God bless you Alex. You will be missed.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. As the mother of a soldier in Iraq I know your worse fear has been realized. My heart goes out to you. God Bless America, and God Bless you and Alex.

Hi its jesse again i had to write two because it wasnt long enough. anyways i wanna tell u the true heroism that ur son, brother, or just good friend possessed.it was june 21 morning time vaughn came to me and told me that he has to take care of this legal thing and wanted to know if i would cover down on him. i was sure no prob. anyways i went out and we took a casualty one of vaughns close freinds. it was a very critical wound and i could not do anything for him so i got back and saw vaughn and we were both very emotional and hugged, and i told him there was nothing i could do for him and he was like i know. anyways after that they had to go right back out on another mission and i told vaughn dont worry about it i got it.and then vaughn replied NO IM DOING IT. and that was the last time i seen him so vaughn i know ur listening i love u man and i know ill see u up there man until then rest easy brother