Comments on: Someone More Important than Michael Jackson Died

By: Hector Velasquez

Hector Velasquez — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 00:14:28 +0000

My Son Hector Velasquez Jr. is with the 501st out of Alaska and i recived news of Lt. Bradshaws passing away via email. While searching the web for news, photos for maybe a glimpse of my son in action I found this site. This is real, to us the millitary families and until we are hit again on our soil main stream AMERICA will find out how real it is. Again. I hurt for the Bradshaw family and the ones who pay the price for freedom so we may live this life here in the USA. Shame on you who post your opinons at the cost of a families loss. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND OUR CHILDREN WHO PROTECT IT!

By: Rhonda

Rhonda — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 03:33:34 +0000

My husband was stationed at Fort Benning, GA with LT. Bradshaw during their Infantry training. Although my husband is currently deployed to Afghanistan and unaware of Brian’s death, I am currently in contact with several of their classmates who are deeply saddened by the loss of their former classmate and fellow soldier. Our thoughts and prayers are with Brian’s family.

Thank you Bouhammer for this blog honoring an American Hero.

To Susan and Dale, go post comments somewhere else. It is evident you have no idea what American service members and their families give up and sacrifice for your freedom. How dare you compare the money MJ donated to the LIFE that Brian sacrificed for the freedom of all Americans. Rather than posting idiotic comments on a site memoralizing a true American Hero, maybe you should volunteer for military service so you have an opportunity to see what unselfishness is all about.

Thank you to the Bradshaw family for your willingness to serve your Country and raising such an outstanding human being!

By: Bouhammer's Afghanistan and Military Blog

Bouhammer's Afghanistan and Military Blog — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 17:28:56 +0000

[...] first talked about this story of Lt. Brian Bradshaw on June 27th here, http://www.bouhammer.com/2009/06/someone-more-important-than-michael-jackson-died/ and again here two days later, [...]

By: Rhonda and Dwight Kayffroath

Rhonda and Dwight Kayffroath — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:18:56 +0000

Prayers go out to the family and friends of Brian. He was a true All American!
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By: Evelyn Carlisle

Evelyn Carlisle — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:25:35 +0000

Atonement (read that exploiting little boys) does not come from spending money, even lots of money. It comes from action….

By: Lute

Lute — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:11:11 +0000

No matter how many millions Michael Jackson gave to charity, his donations do not match the sacrifice and the service Brian gave to his country. Brian was a friend of mine; he had a big heart, was a true leader, and understood the value of service. He wanted to improve the lives of those he encountered in Afghanistan. Brian was an honorable, wonderful person, and an excellent friend and role model to everyone around him. He was intelligent, adventurous and had a passion for life. Though he only had 24 years on Earth, Brian had a positive impact on many people, and he leaves behind a legacy of kindness and service. It breaks my heart that I won’t see him again in this lifetime. Paul and Mary, you did an exceptional job raising Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

By: Evelyn Carlisle

Evelyn Carlisle — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:23:18 +0000

Michelle, my other daughter (I have two deployed in Afghanistan) is a flihgt nurse and between hearing from my two girls, one from the 4-25th BCT (ABN) and the other from the 455th EOG/EAEF, I can only say, God Bless You! The need for trained medical personel is critical. You go girl, and in my book, you rock!!

By: Bouhammer

Bouhammer — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:11:20 +0000

Dale,

I don’t think I “bashed” Michael Jackson at all, short of calling him a weird dude. I think that feeling is felt by more than a few million Americans, if not by all. If you don’t think he was a weird dude yourself, then well you may have some issues. He was out touch with reality in my opinion, no thanks to this upbringing and his stardom, but that does not excuse it. That is my opinion, this is my blog and even though I can say whatever I want here. I felt I was kind to MJ in my words.

I did not accuse him of anything out right and in fact stated that he would be judged by a power higher and greater than me. I said he would not babysit for me, but that is not a bash becuase there are many I would never let watch my kids. So before you come on here making accusations why don’t you put your emotions in check, re-read the post and then think about commenting. Apparently you are in a state of mourning right now over Michael Jackson so maybe your emotions are getting the best of you at the present time. Sorry for your “loss”.

By: Donna

Donna — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:20:18 +0000

could not agree with you more. we really need to take more time to remember our brave soldiers. I mean really, what you are doing is much more important than making music, and the other weird things for which Michael Jackson has been in the news. a wonderful tribute, and I pray each day that you all come home safely.

By: dale

dale — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:56:07 +0000

October 12, 2002: Michael Jackson invited more than 200 Team Vandenberg members, who recently returned from overseas deployments, and their families to his Neverland Ranch. This was to show his appreciation for the sacrifices the military in his community make….

please do some research before you bash a proud American like Michael Jackson.