Clifford Gadsden Obituary

Miss you enjoy the talks we had ...

Clifford,
I finally did it. I promised you I would go back to school and get my degree. I now have my associates degree as a medical assistant! I miss you!

Gadsden family,
I will always hold Cliff and Erica close to my heart..when they first moved to Ft. Polk they lived right behind us. Cliff was assigned to our battalion. Huge warm welcomes were sent along with house hold items to help get them started. A friendship was started.. The day of my farewell luncheon( got orders to ft. Lee) I made a promise to Erica.. a promise that will eat me alive forever.. I promised I would always be there for you.. and that day I was not.. my best friend was part of the team that responded whom Erica met during my farewell... I miss Cliff's smiling face.. always happy and eager to learn, his amazing family and two beautiful kids.. KJ was so little and learning to walk.. they both were embracing their new life in the military.. Erica.. if you read this please contact me.. [email protected] or my # is 978-549-4094

Darling son,

I just spent a week with your children. You would be so proud of Kinshaza and Kj and the love they have for each other. They speak lovingly of their Dad and Kinshaza shares her memory of you with KJ. My sister, my brother they remind me so much of you and Amber without the fights. Each year on memorial weekend we journey to Washington DC . It's such a healing time for all of us but especially for them. It's their time to be together and to remember and honor you.

Remembering you Clifford, on Memorial Day '14 and every year. Gail Brown, Elliot's step-mom.

LT Gadsden, you've been in my thoughts more than usual sir. You cross my mind daily though. I keep thinking about the day we left for Iraq when you introduced me to your family. You told them I'd be riding shotgun for you. I don't remember who it was but she told me to take care of you and bring you home safe. I told her I would. I'm so sorry I broke that promise. I'm sorry I was home on R&R and you had to go on that one mission without me. I should have been there. I could have done something to make it turn out differently. I'm a civilian now with a wife and daughter. When my little girl is old enough, she's going to know who you are. I'll tell her about you. In the years since you passed we lost a few more from 603rd. So I hope you and SSG Davis are looking out for Kilpatrick, Simon, and Rudd. In the last few months I've started going to church and getting to know God. Last month I accepted him as my savior. When my time comes, the first thing I'll do is snap to attention and give you a salute, then fall in with your platoon. Thanks for being who you are sir. And again I'm sorry I wasn't there. Hammer27-G.....out.

To the Family of LT.Gadsden I was in the 980 QM 04-05 I know Lt. I would like to send The Family something contact me. [email protected]

In memory of Clifford "CC" Gadsden. Always remembered.

Kyree Valentino your name sake fell into a deep sleep of ten days. When he work up and could talk he talked about being surrounded by angels . He said was was an Army angel,I know you are still here watching over us. LOVE YOU SON

I hated the fact that you had to go, but I know that you're in a better place right now.

To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Clifford V. Gadsden:
Always remembering Clifford. "Some gave all."

Missing you cuz sitting in my B-hut in FOB Salerno thinking about that last laugh we had over some crown with Kevin wishing we were doing that right now. I Love you cuz.

Thinking of you!

God I miss u bro.

"C.C. you are truly, truly missed but you lefted soo many wonderful memories behind your smile, your mannerism, everything about you was soo special. You really set an example to young men in your short 25 years... You will forever be in my heart"... Love you Neek...

LT, I have had the opportunity to meet Kavontre. I know you held him in the highest honor. He took the step and attended TAPS in Washington D.C. He wears your badge proudly and represents your family and all that which you stood for very well. The friends he makes are "true" friends and it isn't easy to earn that title. I admire him and it is an honor to serve and assist in any way can to your family. I hope you would be proud.

MSgt Damon Vitale
TAPS Mentor with Kavontre Simmons

Just remembering....Re

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you or call your name. I miss your smile and laugh the most. You were most afraid of your son not remembering you, he does. He says that he remembers sleeping on your chest, he remembers you reading to him and most of all he remembers sitting in his walker by the front door waiting for you to come home on your lunch break. Six years of young men now know you also. They gaze up at your picture in my classroom daily, and on my best days I tell them your story and on my worst days they cry with me. I spent the anniversary of your passing surrounded by young people, we took them to the zoo. When one girl tried to thank me I hugged her and thanked her instead it was the first time in years that I spent that day laughing, living and not in tears. Thanks my darling boy for the memories.
Mom

Just a note of remembrance for 2LT Gadsden. I met Gadsden in the transportation corps officer basic course in early 2004. He was a good man with a lot of character. My continued prayers to his family.

To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Clifford V. Gadsden:
Please accept my remembrance of Clifford on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I didnt know Clifford but my brother Joseph Texidor who is a captian in the 101st and is serving at fort campells did. He still wears a bracelet with Cliffords name on it and i know he misses him very much. I cant thank Cliff for all his service and the ultimate sacrafice he made. He still lives on in each and every person that had the pleasure in knowing him. Rest in peace

I met this mans mother and father and KNOW that he was larger than life. The way their eyes lit up when speaking of him, I only hope that as the father of a fallen soldier, mine do the same. With each breath I take I honor this man who with so many other choices, chose to serve his country.

To the family and friends of 2nd Lt. Clifford V. Gadsden:
Remembering Clifford 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

my deep sympathys to the family of 2nd Cliffordv.gadsden..rest in peace dear hero

joey rivera,past depart.commander..military order of the purple heart..puerto rico caribbean

Man...I just can't believe it...this is crazy...me talking to you like this...typing away...wishing that we could talk...I miss you so very much...There were so many times when you were like my diary's page. I know that you're in a good place. I wouldn't wish you back. It's going on five years. I remember the last time we saw each other...Good memories, real good ones...this doesn't seem right, but it is. I know that we have our time. Looking at your picture...I have to look away for a moment. You're still here, just in a different way and with a different purpose. I have to remember that. I will always think of you...

CC, you are responsible for me being that man that I am today. Our private talks we would have when I would come over to the house, kept me encouraged to stay on the path I was on. Many times in my life, I was faced with making hard decisions and was worried about what people would think of me. You would always tell me "D, you do what's good for you, nobody else". Whether it was a comedic moment, you hosting a BBQ, or us just chillin'. You always believed in bringing the crew together. We've been slacking on that lately, but we will get better. I still cry from time to time, thinking about our last convo we had before you left for Iraq. Thanks for saving our lives! I promise, your memory will not die...I will MAKE them remember..

I miss Clifford my man, I remember when you hooked me up with a job at Red Lobster when we were about 15 or 16. I remember all those hours we put in the summer preparing for the fall football season at Choctawhatchee High School. All that time made us close I'm an only child but you always been a brother to me. I remember your Pops letting me sip that moonshine...good times, lol. Who would of thought that we would have joined the military. Who would of thought that we would both be in Iraq at the same time. I still have our e-mails saved......I remember all that like it was yesterday.

I guess my point is I remember Homie, I miss you Cliff.

Rest in peace my friend!

Clifford I met your family in March at a TAPS seminar and what a loving family you have. They miss you so much and love you. It's been 4 years since you joined God's Army but you're never going to be forgotten.

http://goldstarfamilysupportgroup.com

In Memory of my son
SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/2006 Samarra, Iraq
CO-A 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne

To the family of 2nd Lt. Clifford V. Gadsden:
Clifford 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

I still miss you and will never stop. Thank You to all that have visited this site. Things like this help me get through the hard times (like now). He was... no "is" my brother and will live forever in my heart. I cannot fall now because I dont just live this life for me: I live it him.
He is and will always be the wind! beneath my wings

THINKING OF YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER!

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 Clifford, 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)


Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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The Other Side
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Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.

We all loved you and you will be missed i sit in my room and i still cry but what keeps me goin is that i will see you agin some day i love you all

I am so sorry for your loss.

GOD BLESS YOU AND CHILD IN SORROW MY PRAYER WITH YOU ALWAY

I was LT Gadsden's driver/gunner in Iraq before he passed. My only regret is that I was on R&R leave back in the states when he was killed. It still haunts me today that I wasnt by his side on that mission like i was for every other mission. The feeling that I could have done something to prevent it has never left. Im out of the military now, but I will never forget LT. He was one of a kind and did his best to take care of his troops. and in the end made the ultimate sacrifice that a soldier can make for his country. You are missed LT.

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)

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family always. God Bless.

May the Peace of God and your precious memories of 2nd Lt. Clifford V. Gadsden, remain in your heart always.
Please know how deeply sorry I was, to learn of the loss of this Brave Young Soldier.
A Multitude of Thanks, for his Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

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.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

TO a true american hero .
God bless you for making the ultimate sacrafice

May God comfort you and embrace you as only he can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle & Aunt of Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06

To the family,
I had the opportunity to fall under his blatoon in 603rd while stationed in iraq. He was a dedicated person who never gave up on us soldiers. My deepest sorrow to who all knew him. My prayers are there for you all

In memory of Hazel Ronne

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. 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

CC was a dear cousin,brother,nephew,and friend to me.I remember when he was born he stole my mother's heart because I think that she always wanted a boy so CC was the son that she never had. I can remember when they lived in Charleston and CC played football at St.Andrews Park I Would take him to his practices. I can remember the time when I had hit him and the next morning He got up and his eye was swollen he looked like an alien and Nervy thought that I had done it and she fussed me out. She took him to the doctor and found out that He had gotten stung by a bee.I have nothing but fond memories of CC he was always special,always wanted to make a difference in someone's life.He wore a smile that would lighten up a room. He would melt your heart with his smile. I love you so much CC.It is so hard to believe that u are gone it has been 5 months and yet it seems like a fresh wound.Everything CC did he did it with pride.Like CC would say "LET'S DO THIS".He was truly "A DOER".One of his favorite sayings when you asked him how HE was doing He would say "I ahright". So if He could tell us anything today it would be "I am alright". "I am a Soldier in the Army of the Lord".To our family far and near let's continue to be strong and remember to always put God first in everything that we do.Thanks to everyone for your continue love and support.

Clifford was a distant cousin that I never met but I mourn the loss of a relative that I never got to meet in all my recent trips to Charleston & Hollywood, SC in the past 12 years. Every two years I meet new relatives and enjoy every moment from the Brown's, the Legare's and so on. I have always heard nothing but loving and positive things about Clifford and I know the world is worse off. My heart felt sympathy goes out to the family and friends no matter how far they may be. May all of you be comforted by every memory. May the Gadsden chirldren have nothing but positivity and blessings from here on because the greatest loss has been suffered. God bless.

The gift of life is to have the opportunity to love deeply and unconditionally and to be loved back in the same manner. My cousin, my brother, my friend, CC loved in that way. Despite time and distance, he loved me like a sister and, despite being the younger cousin, protected my like a father, when needed. I remember the times when CC held me back from unneccessary fights...but I also remember the times that he pushed me forward and encouraged me to face challenges that seemed insurmountable.



I knew CC from the day he was born - something that I can say about only a few people. I watched him grow from a boy that HATED the fact that I made him play school all the time (I was always the teacher) to a man that valued and sought education, both academically and as a soldier. I observed him blossom from a little boy with a mischievous smile to a handsome man with a smile that could stop traffic and warmed many hearts, including mine. I saw him mature from a doting and loving son to a caring and devoted husband and father. He changed...as we all do. But as he changed, he also changed the lives of others in a positive and meaningful way. I can only pray that I, as well as anyone who reads this message, also has the opportunity to live as unselfishly as CC did and to change the lives of the people around us.



No words can express the pain that CC's loss has brought to me and my family. Heartbroken is the only word that I've been able to articulate in my mind over the last two months. My solace, our solace, comes from the fact that CC's life was so full of love - love that he felt flowing from us every minute of every day, his love of and faith in God, and his love of his friends, family, children, and country. I know that on days like this, on days when the heartbreak manifests itself in sobs and tears, that he is looking upon me with love and urging me to fight on to face this insurmountable task...of living without him. For him, and in honor of him, I will continue to live a life of love and continue to fight, no matter how tough this battle. I love you so much C!



Re Re

The Gadsden Family,

I had the opportunity and honor to serve with 2LT Gadsden in Iraq as a member of the 603rd Transporation Company. My heart, soul and love go out to each and every one of you during this tragic loss. He is a man that I will continue to admire and respect throughout my military career and beyond. He will be truly missed.

SPC Troy Arambula

603rd Transportation Company

Al Taji Military Base, Iraq

[email protected]

Dearest Cousin,

Words cannot express the emptiness that I feel. I love and miss you more than anyone could imagine. People simply say that in time, things will get better, but obviously they did not have the pleasure of being your cousin and knowing your love, comfort, spirit, and peace. I still cannot believe that you are gone and still hold on to the hope that one day you will call me and say, "It was a mistake I'll see you at Grandmama's house in August.", but I know in my heart that you are resting with God and watching over us. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, and it hurts to know you will not be there with your endless smile and warm embrace.

You have inspired and encouraged me to be a better person and I promise to make you proud.



I will always love you and promise never to forget you, CC! Meka

To the family of CeeCee:

We never met him personally but we are honored to know that we have a cousin that served our country well. God Bless you all,

Deacon Thalleaus (Coco) Wilcots(Son of Ruthel Wilcots)Betina Wilcots and family.

I was blessed to even know such a wholesome spirit, one that will be with me always. Your legacy will live on through myself and others that had the pleasure of knowing you. WE LOVE YOU SWEET CLIFFORD.

Clifford,

I miss you more than you could imagine. I can’t put into words the sadness my heart feels. It’s been 3 weeks and I still can’t believe you’re gone. I just want this to be an awful dream. I am so sorry that I never told you how much I treasure our friendship and how much you mean to me. You are like a brother to me and you will always be my brother. You were always there for me, giving me advice about life and the importance of education. I will finish school, get my degree and make you proud of me. You are near and dear to my heart, an everlasting part of my life and my love and heart goes out to your family. You touched so many people and you are missed by so many people. Your memory will live on forever ………………

To the Gadsden Family:



Cliff and I were both in the Bulldog Battalion at South Carolina State University. I was an MS IV when he was an MS II. I remember his big smile and his quiet spirit. Although nothing can ever replace him, each day will get better for "God draws nigh to those who have broken hearts and contrite spirits". Know that your family are in my prayers. American has respectfully lost another great soldier...

Mrs. Minerva and Clifford Gadsden and family--The lost of your son is undoubtedly painful. Remember the joy that he must have right now as he resides with our Father in HEAVEN. Continue to keep CeCe's memories alive by speaking about him and how wonderful he was and how great his spirit that surrounded him was. You are the greatest storyteller that I have ever encountered and I pray that you will blend CeCe's life into a remarkable storytelling event that will touch the lives of everyone who hears it. I know this will be easy because his life has already been influential to all those who knew him. Keep GOD near and know that HE is there for you.



CeCe's wife and children--you had a beautiful husband and father and although your time together was short, his impact in your life will last a lifetime. Keep his memories and the joys you shared together alive in your heart and conversations--GOD is there for you.



My prayers are with you; May God bless you all.

Our deepest appreciation goes out to all of you. We are blessed to have the support of family, friends, and community at this difficult time.

Thank you

I would like to send my deepest sympathy to the Murdock and Gadsden family. My prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and keep you.

God bless you and comfort you during this time of loss.

Our son, PFC Nick Coppo, is a truck driver in your husband/sons'company. He told us about his passing. Please know that my husband and I wish to express our deepest sympathies to you and your family.



Robin and Bill Coppo, North Bend, Washington

Me and Gadsden were housemates and boyz for life, so this is for you my brother. Farewell from this world, be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, be in peace, and the god of love and peace shall be with you. PS: Watch out for me as I go to Iraq

I served with "Gaddy" at SCSU ROTC. He always knew how make a bad time enjoyable, always with a smile and his head up. We all should be just as courageous.



Class of 2001

Minerva and Clifford,



I am so sorry to hear of your loss.



Deepest sympathy



Hazel Hennigan

When I heard of your loss I was so sad. May you find comfort in knowing that God cares. He will bring you peace. With deepest sympathy, Oretha M Hunter

Clifford and Minerva



A time like this is difficult for so many people. May it comfort you to know that there is support with you at all times from friends and loved ones.

With deepest sympathy

May God continue to bless you!

Calvin, Cindy and Family

Hi Minerva, Clifford, Erica, Amber & Danielle

My heart really aches for you guys. I can only imagine what you all are going through right now. I am praying for you guys to draw on your inner strenght and faith in the almighty God to get you through this tragic time. The Bible says the prayer on others availth much. I am praying for you all with all that I have. Take comfort in knowing God knows best and He will see you through. I am so so sorry I can't be with you all on Saturday, but my heart will be with you as always. Take care,



All My Love,

Gloria

With Deepest Sympathy. May God continue to bless you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

EVEN WHEN WE DON'T SENSE GOD'S PRESENCE, HIS LOVING CARE IS ALL AROUND US.



YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.



LOVE

EDITH VANDROSS

To the Gadsden Family: May the good Lord above watch and keep over your family thru your tears and sorrow. We know that Clifford is with the Lord and he's in a far better place than us. God Bless you and your loved ones at the time.



Blue Star Families of Charleston SC

To The Gadsden Family:

The Lord is my shepherd: I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Words cannot express my deepest sympathy. I pray that the Lord will-and I know he will embrace you and your family with uplifting strength during your time of sorrow. May God Bless and Keep You. THE LILLY IS IN THE VALLEY...AMEN

God Bless and remember each day will get a little bit better. Believe in tomorrow, give yourself a chance to see it.



Peace,



Bobby G. Coleman

Class of 1971



Serve in US Army, 1/19/72 to 1/19/74

5th Special Forces Group

1Lt Signal Corp, Ft. Bragg, NC

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Don't worry,he's in God's hands now.A good place to be.Your friend in Christ.



Sincerely'

Ronald L.Logan Sr.

Minerva, Clifford, & Family: This note is to let you know that I am praying for all of you. You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless and strenghten you during your time of sorrow. Thanks "CC".

When I heard the news I was in school but when I saw him I thought he was good person so I will keep you and the family in prayer

I want to express my deepest sympathy. I knew Gadsden all of his ROTC training and it was indeed a pleasure working with him. He was a very sincere person with a bright warm smile. I considered him as a son. I know he is resting in the arms of the almighty. I'll miss you.

Soror Minerva & Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of your great loss. I am unable to attend the memorial service due to having to attend a Walton High School graduation activity. I pray for your safe travel to and return from South Carolina. May God bless and keep you.

Gadsden Family: Clifford my condolence go out to you and your family. I pray for God to give all of you the strength you need to make it through this most difficult time.(Rosheme's Mom)

To: Erica & The Gadsden Family

For there will come a day when the tears of pain & sorrow will flow into tears of remembrance...and grieving will be interrupted by episodes of joy...and your heart will begin to heal itself, with thoughts and memories of CeCe...

May GOD continue to Bless & Keep you in his arms...My prayers and thoughts are with you and family.

TO SISTERS ROSALEE SIMMONS, MINERVA GADSDEN & LAVERN HAMILTON AND THE REST OF CLIFFORD'S FAMILY:

I GREET YOU IN THE NAME OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST,

CLIFFORD WAS A BLESSING TO ALL WHO CAME IN CONTACT WITH HIM AND HE WILL CONTINUE TO BE A BLESSING BECAUSE HIS LIFE WAS LOST WHILE FIGHTING FOR HIS COUNTRY. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED AND MANY HEARTS HAVE BEEN SADDENED BY THIS. BUT ALWAYS REMEMBER, "GOD WILL NOT BRING YOU TO IT, IF HE CAN'T BRING YOU THROUGH IT." KEEP THE FAITH AND LOOK TOWARDS THE HILL FROM WHENCE COMETH YOUR HELP, EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL. I WILL KEEP YOU ALL OF YOU IN MY PRAYERS AND MAY "GOD"COMFORT AND STRENGTHEN YOU ALL DAILY.

LEGARE, PATTERSON, LESSINGTON & PINCKNEY FAMILIES/JOHN'S ISL.

To The Gadsden Family,



Although I have only known Minerva for a short time, I know she is one terrific lady and mother. Our last book club meeting, she spoke with love and caring about her son Clifford. I remember her saying "after she mentioned her concern for his safety", he said "Mom, I'm blessed". Minerva & family - keep God's faith. The love of God, your family, and your friends will hopefully help each of you to endure such a tragic loss.

Love,

God bless you all doing this very difficult time. All things are possible through HIM just keep "PUSH" in mind.

We say to the family,continue to look up to the hills from whence come your help, knowing all your help comes from the Lord. Our prayer, throughts, and Blessings are for and with you and your family in these trying times.

To the Gadsden family: With caring thoughts of all of you in the loss that you bear... May you find comfort and strength from each other to help you through this time. May time and cherished memories help to gently ease your sorrow. God bless all of you.

Now it is time for your Father to take care of you. May God Bless.

Minerva and family: My prayers and thoughts are with you. I am so, so sorry. Please know that I am here for you...to talk, to listen, to be still.

Love,

Elayne

I pray God's continuous comfort and strength now and in the days ahead for all of the family of CC Gadsden.

Tamara Moore

"No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why."

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you and that we Love you and your family. Please remember that God is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.

God Bless,



With Love

The Ashley Family