21 Quotes by Army Sgt.

When he first signed up, he wanted to go for the full 20 years, but we had to talk him into four. He knew the military, he knew what was involved with it the separation, the risks.

I lost him, but, he was doing what he wanted to do, and believed in it.

He was a typical little brother he liked to fight a lot. He liked to do stupid things, run around and have fun.

He was always the most mature. He was also the kind of person who gave it all for his family and friends.

He had so much potential. He was intelligent and determined.

He'll never be here for me to grow old with. He was my life. He was my love. He was my heart and soul. Never did I think that at the age of 31 I'd be a widow.

He just refused to go until he knew he had a welcoming place,

He kind of helped me get out of that.

I tell my children, 'your daddy died doing something he loved.' He loved this country, his new country. He was trying for the American dream.