Lee wrote on May 12, 2008 1:00 PM:My heartfelt prayers go out to her family and friends. Mary Jane was a sweet wonderful girl. She will be missed tremendously.

Sammy Jo wrote on May 12, 2008 1:09 PM:Im really sorry she died my moms in the army and was sent to kosvo ill pray for your daughters safe trip to heaven.God bless you and youre family

Chris wrote on May 12, 2008 4:22 PM:Where are the stories about the Iraqis killed by our troops. I wonder if all these people praying for the families of of our troops killed will pray for the families of the Iraqis. I doubt it. After all we know they are all terrorist.

Karl wrote on May 12, 2008 5:48 PM:Chris,

I get your message. Whether you are right or wrong is not for me to decide. It is a terrible tragedy that anyone died today defending their right to live on this earth.

Whether you are on side "A" or side "B" to gloat as all knowing for side "A" or side "B" is really sad.

Once upon a time I asked you to name something that made you happy and I am still awaiting the response. There has got to be something that will make you do cartwheels. A positive blog from you about one happy moment in your life would send me into cartwheels. Please respond with the bright side.

Chris wrote on May 12, 2008 7:59 PM:What is all this nonsense of what makes me happy. I will tell you what doesn't make me happy and that is the American people's support of our military in killing people in another land that were minding their own business. I see all this sadness about one of our own being killed but no sympathy for those that were killed by our love of war. WHERE IS THE SYMPATHY FOR THE VICTIMS OF OUR AGRESSION? This business of what makes me happy has nothing to do with anything. Enough of that dead horse.

To Chris wrote on May 12, 2008 8:17 PM:Chhris,
As coming from a sister whos brother is over fighting in Iraq I feel that your comments are not appropriate for this story. Someones daughter died and that is a terrible thing. If you can't say something supportive towards this family then don't say anything at all please.

My thoughts and prayers are with Mary's family.

Shannon wrote on May 13, 2008 6:43 AM:I agree with the above statement, this is not a time for a debate! Iam sure there are families over there who feel the same about us as you do Chris, but iam 100% sure that their are families over there and families here who do pray and mourn all the innocent who have lost their lives. My prayers for the family and my deepest respect for those who have lost their lives and continue to fight.

Sabrina wrote on May 13, 2008 9:13 AM:This is such a sad news and this is the worst Mother's day 'gift' because the daughter died few days before Mother's day. Can anyone imagine mary's family feeling? May God heal Mary's family sore and pain.

WILDOMARTIAN wrote on May 13, 2008 9:35 AM:GOD BLESS MARY AND HER FAMILY FOR THEY ARE TRUE AMERICANS!

As for for Chris, God bless you for exercising your right (protected by other Americans, like Mary) to speak your mind. As ignorant as it may be.

Chris wrote on May 13, 2008 10:40 AM:Of course these comments are never appropriate because you nor most of these Partiotic Americans want to face the fact of what we are doing. Well, I care more about the terrible things we are doing in Iraq than I do about the feelings of people who are in the military or have loved one's in the military. What about the feelings of those in Iraq who's homes have been destroyed and their families wiped out. I believe that this is the appopriate place to try to get through to all of these people who only care about their own.

WILDOMARTIAN wrote on May 13, 2008 1:51 PM:Yes Chris,
Oh the terrible things that "we" are doing. Like building schools, hospitals, food, medicine. What on Earth are "we" stopping the tourture of humans that dare speakout against its government (sound familiar?) and the practice of seeing women as property? Chris, just to bring you up to date, the terrorist that are determine to rule that part of the world are the ones responsible the acts of agression!

To Chris wrote on May 13, 2008 2:26 PM:You know if us Patriotic Americans are so bad, then please feel free to leave American at any given time. The previous wars that our for fathers fought, give you that right and freedom to do so. Oh , but wait...the Iraqi es do not have the right or freedom to leave, but they will. Don't forget, each freedom you have including the freedom of speech (however inappropriately you may use this freedom) is because a soldier made sure it happened. I pitty those who people who choose to try and destroy our great country by deorgatory, uneducated and simply uncaring comments such as yours.

To the family of this fine woman, just know that there are millions of Americans who appreciated those who are currently serving our country, and will remember those who sacrificed it all for us....and the Iraqi es.

to chris wrote on May 13, 2008 4:59 PM:chris,
you are a sick individual. the family is reading this. who cares about the iraqi's let them all die and god sort them out. i happend to know this young woman and it sickens me to know that an ungrateful american like your self is worried about the iraqi's, i could only imaginge what the family thinks. if you don't believe what we are doing over there than leave america you don't belong in this great nation.

Warden wrote on May 13, 2008 5:44 PM:Chris..it's nice that you're enjoying your free speech rights. I think I'll enjoy mine - your left of center views are worn and tired. You're probably some old hippie hanging around Starbucks. Very sad.

Rob wrote on May 13, 2008 5:46 PM:Chris,
Let’s see where should I begin? I guess first, I would like to thank you for using your freedom of speech. You see I knew Mary Jane and I think she would not have an issue with you exercising that right. However there are forums that would be better for your point of view. I am sure if you do a search you can find a lot of people as inconsiderate as you are, and care more about voicing their one sided views then they do about others feelings. This forum should not be about your view on the war. This is about saying goodbye to a friend and loved one. I am willing to bet you do not know many of our service men and women, because if you did know them and listened to them, you would see that they are more concerned about the Iraqi people then you are. Our Military men and women perform selfless service and put their lives on the line every day, and most of the Service men and women are non-combat troops. Mary Jane was a Military Police officer, her job is to keep the peace and restore order. Not blow things up and kill people. All I am saying is, you should know what you are talking about before you bash people.
“It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open one's mouth and remove all doubt.” Abraham Lincoln.

A Few Good Men wrote on May 13, 2008 6:49 PM:I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the blanket of the very freedom that I provide and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a weapon and stand at post.

Thomas Jefferson wrote on May 13, 2008 6:54 PM:My God! How little do my countrymen know what precious blessings they are in possession of, and which no other people on earth enjoy! ~Thomas Jefferson

Rob wrote on May 13, 2008 7:02 PM:Chris,
Since you support the Iraqi’s so much, and are so concerned for them, I think you would be a much bigger help to them if you went over there and helped them. Plus you would be supporting this country by leaving it!

Wow... wrote on May 13, 2008 7:32 PM:I can understand Chris's comments being offensive to some as an American. However, the comments by the poster at 4:59 PM are a thousand times more offensive to me as a human being. This is still a free country, but let's try to be respectful of one another. All men (and women!) are equal in this country, not just those who you agree with.

My condolences to the families.

Lisa PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN wrote on May 13, 2008 7:45 PM:first comment!
Mary Jane i love you girl.. being in R.O.T.C with you was WONDERFUL!! thank you so much for protecting our rights as Americans! I LOVE YOU! and will miss you dearly! my heart is heavy with pain and gref, but i am at ease bc i know that you are with God now! and are Safe!
to your family! i am so so sorry for your lose and pain.. i know no words can make you feel at ease, but i am here..
GOD BLESS YOU!

second comment!
stupid people lile "chris" i am glad that you think that of people who are firghting for YOU! but you know what it doesnt matter.. bc Mary Jane and her family are the ONLY ONES who matter right now... if iraq was such a great place then why did they BOMB US and kill countless amount of americans? so you know what.. why bother reading this if you dont believe it...
oh yeah! i get it now you want attention..
well!


Mary Jane! i love you and you will be greatly missed!

GOD BLESS YOU DRILL BUDDY!

Emily wrote on May 13, 2008 9:00 PM:Mary Jane and family,

Words can never express what I feel inside. When we lost you, we lost a sister, a best friend, a soldier, a daughter, and an AMAZING American. You will never be forgotten. For you Mary Jane: For our loved ones who live deep within our memories, you are never dead until you are forgotten and you will never be forgotten! I love you Mary Jane.

Being the first friend to welcome me into ROTC and helping me through all of the good and bad times, I will dearly miss you. Although crushed by your loss of life, God has taken you to a better place and he took you when you were doing something you loved.

I love you and Miss you Mary Jane! Forever in our thoughts, prayers and memories and never to be forgotten!

Emily

Another Military Mom wrote on May 13, 2008 10:55 PM:Emily, thank you for the beautiful post. My condolences go out to you and all Mary Jane's friends.

To Mary Jane's Family: Please know that families across the nation are praying for you and yours. Your loss will not be forgotten. If there is anything you need--anything we can do--just send a message into cyberspace. We will hear and respond.

Jennifer wrote on May 14, 2008 2:21 PM:Mary Jane was a wonderful person. I was her friend all through high school at EC and I was in ROTC with her. She was a good person to talk to and helped me out a lot with personal issues. I'm sad to hear that she died doing what she loved, but I'm so proud of her. Rest in Peace Mary Jane we all miss you, Love Jennifer

To Chris wrote on May 14, 2008 8:59 PM:Chris , If you care more about the feelings of the Iraqi people and not YOUR own Country and the people who are serving for YOUR freedom. Why don't you make a difference. Put your money where your mouth is and go to Iraq and save them.
Donate your time and money.
You are just a persons that talks a lot of nonsense.
Criticizing the country that supports you.

My family is from the middle east and the country my family is from would not give us 1% of what this GREAT country the United States has offered us FREEDOM. we love the United States and the troops that serve this country for our freedom. .

Michelle wrote on May 14, 2008 9:04 PM:To the family, I am very sadden to hear about your loss, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Mary Jane
is a hero and will not be forgotten.

David wrote on May 15, 2008 9:42 PM:Mj and I came to 3rd ID at the same time. We click together and became best of friends. I will never forget the good times we had, and the times were I needed a friend she was there. She help me out through problems in life, and she will be forever miss, I feel a part of me is gone now. R.I.P Mary Jane Never forget

MoMo wrote on May 23, 2008 10:23 AM:I REMEMBER MARY JANE IM 20 SHES 20 WE WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER. REYNOLDS ELEMENTRY.. OCEANSIDE, CALIFORNIA ROCKS.

SHES A COOL PERSON. IM SORRY IT HAPPEND.
MY FRIEND YOLANDA HAD TEXT ME AND ASKED ME IF I REMEMBERED HER. AND THAT SHE HAD PASSED AWAY..

To Chris wrote on Jun 4, 2008 3:02 PM:If you want to put your money where your mouth is, you can always join Al Qaeda or the Taliban.
But I'm certain that you're a typical example of today's American 20 or 30-nothing gelded cheeseweenie male: A KEYBOARD KOMMANDO!

jessicah wrote on Jun 26, 2008 12:21 PM:hey babe i love you so much and i miss you verey much theres not a day that does bye that i dont think of you. im blowing kisses.

thanks everyone for your love and writing. i know she;s looking down on us all.

and to moms i love you and i still will come over i neeed to see elmo lol love you mary jane

Breeaunna wrote on Aug 26, 2008 10:42 PM:plz plz plz stop talking about chris we lost a beauitfl girl my wiry my best friend.... we can not debate the fact that she is gone so let if go... it brings tears to my eyes knowing that ppl can talk about this were her family can come and read.. grow up.. know that her and her flow ppl fighyt over there for us for 9/11 and everything... grow up cause she fought for the bad ppl of this counrty and the good... no one deserves to pass and get this kind of judgment... she didnt go over there to hurt any one she went over there to protect her country... shes smart and beautiful and now is gone... so plz plz plz leave your comments to your self if u dont have any thing good to say.... if im hurt by this i cant think of how her mother is and her father and brothers and sisters... i love u Mary Jane,MJ, wify watch over even the ones that dont agree. R.I.P

GROW UP ppl