Grant A. Dampier Obituary

Miss you my btother

Hey Dampier,
I stood the 2 week detail with you at the perimeter of Paliwoda. I think about you and the other guys alot man. Im sorry, Strike Fear!

I never met you but I heard many stories about you evey year and how everyone misses you I miss you and you sound like you would have been a great uncle .

Hey Dampier. I hope you're resting easy old friend. You know there's this picture I have of you, don't know who took it in Iraq, but you're offering the cameraman some of your highly sought after peanut butter spread. It's random, I know. But I try and be just as generous on the daily. I miss you Troop. I'm sure I'll see you again.

But not yet. Not yet.

Doc Mooney

You're always missed Dampier. I see you and Flint every day, and I hope I'm doing you guys proud, although at times I have my doubts. I'll never forget you both.

Doc Mooney

I wish I got to see you, I wanted to see you one day but that wont happen.

Been thinking about you a lot lately Grant. Hits really hard around this time of year. You will always and forever my best friend! I love you bro. I'll see you when I get there. Love u bro!

Wow brother 10 years miss and love you. We all do they say time will heal us but I'm still waiting for my turn to heal I guess. Your babies are beautiful they look like you a lot damn dampier gene. I could go on forever but just want to let you know I love you brother til we meet again love you

you are remembered my friend.

Grant. We were in school together. You loved your family and had many strong convictions. I hurt for your family. You belong in this world forever. I will see you again.

Daddy I have been thinking a lot about you lately. It hurts so much. Everyone is always talking about the stuff they do with there dad. I don't really remember anything about you. It kills me to that I can't even remember your smile. I can't get that day. The day that we found out that you passed. It's trapped inside my head. I don't know the way you acted or anything. They only I have is the stories that I hear and I don't know if they are a lie or not. I love you and miss you so much daddy.

I miss and love you so much is still hard for me to believe you are gone even after this long

Missing you more and more as time goes onx

I may have never met you, but starr has told me lots about you. Yesterday she came across this and she cried and cried I felt so bad. You must have been a very Good dad and husband. Your family misses you. You are my hero.

I can't stand seeing Starr and the rest of the dampiers be like this. You must have been a really great dad, brother, and husband. Even though I have never ever met you, your in my heart and I miss you.

I miss you so much daddy it's been a long time but I still cry. I wish you were here to day with me, mom, Alexis, and Kylee

To the family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 26 May 2013. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each 8-foot cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Freedom:Free, but Costly.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and there place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel. The Memorial Garden will remain until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 27 May (Memorial Day).

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/286-7296) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/286-7296) or email the office ([email protected]) and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 25 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday, 26 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

My eternal gratitude to PFC Grant Dampier. I will pray for his children this evening.

May 15, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
Always remembering Grant. "Some gave all."

Cannot believe how the days have come and gone. You may not be here with us in the flesh but you are here daily in our hearts. Miss you bro.

miss you bro it's crazy it's been so long

Miss you brother you will never be forgotten. Heidi I am sorry for you loss.

To the family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday 27 May 2012. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served the United States and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Lest We Forget Freedom's Cost.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office, and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 26 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday 27 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Sure do miss ya Dampier... Thank you for everything you have given us. I'll never forget you, brother. -Doc Mooney

Happy Birthday belated birthday buddy. Your brother was over on your birthday and I spent yesterday at the HIGHGROUNDS thinking about you. Thanks for everything.......We all miss you so much.

Grant we miss you so much. Even though it has now been 5 years we still think about you everyday and love you more then you will ever know.

Missin' ya every day, Troop. I'll never forget you. I got your message loud and clear. Thank you. I'll bee seeing ya soon, my brother.

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

Your soldier is not forgotten. He made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedom. May he rest in peace. I pray for the family for added strength. He is in the arms of the angels.

To the family of Pfc Grant A Dampier:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 29 May 2011. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 200 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one. The Memorial Garden’s perimeter will be manned by members of the Patriot Guard and a honor guard from AMVETS Post #1 of Mendota will be posted at the entrance.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of our nation’s wars.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “A Believer’s Look at War.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 28 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 29 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Still thinkin' about ya, Troop. The Mrs. says she needs a real christmas tree this year, and i offered to drive one over to your family all the way from NY to Wisconsin. Gonna be a hella-long drive and i've never been there before. I hope you don't mind. It's kind of an opportunity to make my peace with you and your family. It's something i really need to square away for myself if you can understand that. I don't think you'd mind, but if so, let me know somehow someway brother. Nothing but love and respect for ya Grant. Be good, we'll see ya soon...

My prayers this Christmas 2010, as a Blue star Mom who's son is over there, my heart is so sad for all of you.Please hug each other tight for all the others that are coming home and those that are waving over Skype at Wife or Mom and family. Love and prayers Ardith Ann Richter

we miss ya Dampier - Doc

To the family and friends of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
Remembering Grant on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To the family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 30 May 2010. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses to represent all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “A Day of Remembrance.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception; weather permitting will be outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 29 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 30 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Me and daddy will miss you very much happy memorial day. that's tommorow. (2009)

To the family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
Grant 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

To the family of Pfc. Grant A Dampier:

The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 24 May 2009. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “Answering the Highest Call.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception in the Chapel’s Fellowship Hall.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 23 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 24 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

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Kenna

Hey Dampier... it's me Doc Mooney. I just wanted to say i'm sorry. There's so much more i need to get off my chest, but i decided to wait until the right time to come and visit you back home. There's not a day that goes by that i dont think of you and Flint, and how you both changed my life forever. I tried to be the best damn medic i could for you and the boys and i hope in your heart i did a good job. I'll see you again my friend.
~ "Drink water troop, long patrol ahead of us and it's hot as hell out here today. Doc ain't got enough IV's for the whole damn platoon." =)

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Dampier!

This marks the second year that you and my husband SGT Marion Flint was laid to rest. We miss yall and you will never be forgotten. We love you and to Dampier's family, You are always in my prayers.

To the family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 25 May, 2008. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain, LTC Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. will preach a message entitled “The Price of Freedom” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat. 24 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun. 25 May, a “PrayerVigil for Peace” will be held. You are invited to stop by and light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden, then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Administrative Assistant
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

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 you and 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, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) 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
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

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

I am saddened to have learned of the death of Grant. He was a great friend and brother as I was privelaged to witness. I moved to Wisconsin Rapids when I was 11, and Grant was one of the first people I met at school. He was always the first with a smart alec comment, but could come up with something sweet to say in the same breath. We lost touch in Junior high, but my thoughts and prayers have often included him even after all these years.
His memory will live on in my heart forever.
God Bless

Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier, one year ago.

The price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Grant rest safely in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American Hero that will Never Be Forgotten. May the Grace and Comfort of the Lord continue to be with the Dampier family.

There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~

I pray that the Peace of God and your precious memories of Grant, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days.

Heidi, Just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you always but especially tomorrow. I know it is going to be hard for you and your family. I think of you often because my son was there on that fateful day. As I told you before he has a tattoo with Grant's name in it and he has the arm band that you gave him, and wrist bracelet for Grant. I know it has affected many. May God help you and your family. I have a framed picture of Grant and Big Flint with a poem someone wrote about them because they will always be brothers. Please remember you are thought of and prayed for and you are doing a wonderful job with your daughters. You are strong and remember Grant is definitely a HERO. He would be proud of you as we are of him.
Army Mom - JoAnn Johnson
Munhall, PA

I think of Heidi and the girls often. I am still so sorry for you all!! Thank you for your sacrafice and know that you are prayed for often and that Grant has not been forgotten for his courage and ultimate sacrafice. He is a HERO and you should be proud and hold-tight to the happy memories you have!

To The family Of Grant I was in Merrill going to school for a short time i met him a few times and what a great joy he brought to my life.. I am so sorry for your loss the loss of Grant he was a very sweet person to all who knew him. He was so kind and freindly to all who had the chance to get to know him. God Bless you his family and his Wife Heidi and your children.

Iam friends with Grant's sister raeann and his wife heidi, I think they are very strong people and I look up too them, God bless their whole family.

God bless you and your family. My son PFC Matthew Ruggieri was with Grant and Big Flint on that fateful day in May. Matt has never forgotten the exact time on May 15th that it happened. I believe Grant was his mentor and I know the guys have never forgotten him and honor him. Matthew just got a tattoo and in it he has Grant's name. Words cannot express what I need to say to you because I can feel your pain but I wanted you to know that Grant touched so many and it's not easy and the pain never goes away but remember that he is remembered and thought of constantly. I have a picture of Grant and Big Flint on a couch that Matthew took and it is in a picture frame with a wonderful poem that someone had on their Myspace These guys became a family/brothers and they are sadly missed. I am very honored that my son was able to know Grant because I know he was very close with him and looked up to him and learned a lot. Thank you for your hero. On my son's Myspace there is a question that asks who is your hero and he lists Grant and Big Flint. Just know that these guys are not forgotten and prayers are with you.

JoAnn Johnson - Army Mom
[email protected]
Munhall, PA

YOU WILL NEVER EVER LEAVE OUR THOUGHTS MINDS AND PRAYERS. ILL NEVER FORGET YOU GRANT....EVER

we will miss you

I morn the loss of this fine young hero. My son served with PFC Dampier in Iraq and thought so much of him. To the family of this young man, he gave his life for us, and in this I know in my heart that he is sitting at the right hand of God. My son thought so much of Grant, he talked about what such a good friend he was and will be greatly missed. To the family, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

My heartfelt condolences to the family fo Pfc Dampier.

I did not know this brave young soldier, but would like to thank his family for sharing him with our nation. He will not be forgotten, I shall keep him in my daily prayers.

May you take comfort in your loving memories of Grant, and know that I fly my flag in his honor.

Mom of 2 Marine sons

I just want to thank everyone out there that cares and are thinking about all of us. PFC Grant Dampier is my husband and it brakes my heart to lose him but it also helps me to see all of the people out there that are thinking of others in a time of hurt. He was a GREAT Guy and wanted to make his family proud and he did a damn good job at it. Thank you again.

I am the Mother of SPC Grant Allen Dampier and would like to thank each and everyone of you for the prayers and thoughts you sent It is a hard time right now for the family to deal with all of this even after a month so your prayers are still needed and again thank you so much Grants mother

Although words can't replace you, my family of 7 is forever grateful to you for your service and protecting this country that we live in. Thank you for having the "courage" to fight for this country and fight for freedom and to also strive for better things in your life. What an example you were while on this earth! I pray your family will have God's peace one day after the shock of losing you is still not so fresh. You are what makes American's proud! My family does not forget this verse either..." No greater love hath any man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friend " John 15:13

With love from Michigan this Orlando born mother sends her deepest sympathy~

On this Memorial Day I would like to thank Grant's parents for raising such a fine young man. Your son's service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, children and whole family. May God grant you all peace and understanding. God Bless.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Dampier family in the loss of Grant. I did not know Grant, 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. Grant you are a 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~

God Bless his family and friends..We all have you in our thoughts and prayers..



Our heros will never be forgotten..

~Navy Wife~

To the family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:

The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 28 May, 2006. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.



I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain, LTC Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. will preach a message entitled “What Are We to Remember?” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played.



As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.



Respectfully,

Leila Campbell

Administrative Assistant

Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation

email:[email protected]

web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

My heart goes out to your family. Please know that I, as a American apprecite the ultimate sacrifice your loved one made. Our Prayers are forever with you and yours.

In memory of Sgt. Santiago Halsel

To Pfc. Dampier's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Grant is a true American Hero. He will always be rememberd and honored. May God Bless you all and God Bless Grant.

My condolences to the Dampier family. Grant may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. You have earned your golden halo and wings. May you continue to soar in the heavenly clouds up above.

I didnt know Grant well. We grew up together. We went to the same grade school, and middle school togther. I do know what he was brave. My heart goes out to his wife, three little girls and family. God Bless you all!!!

I want Grants Family to know Iam thinking of them and that I will miss my nephew very deeply and Iam proud of Grant for that man he was and the man he became. I love you all and if you ever need to talk or anything you know how to get me. My prayes are with you. Love Gail

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.



A MARINE MOM

To the Family of Pfc. Grant A. Dampier:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort. When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )