Thanks/ Shannon CrossBear (Friend) Thanks Terri for sharing som much of Jason with us. I know the pain of such a loss, another warrior down, wounded in the depths of his being. I pray daily that his sacrifice will lend us all the strength to continue the battle to claim those that are hurting, to recongnize and respond to those wounds that are not apparent at first glance and to keep our promise to care for those that have offered their services to us in life.
YOUR HEART IS STILL SHINING / L. Bly (friend)
HERE'S A CANDLE / CHELE PEEL (F)
American Soldier / Bryan Laura Nick Kayla Joy Bly (Family Friend )
Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow; I am the diamond glints on snow. I am sunlight on ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
Everybody Please Read / Jason Sanders (Brother/Best Friend ) Its 3:30am right now as I write this out of boredem and out of love for the person who lost his life, Im really horrible with this stuff damn this already sucks (sorry to bore you coop) But I spent some of the night tonight with Mick, and Jena. As you all know they are like family to me (and Teri too) so as I drove around Des MONEY tonight in Jason's/MY car I realized I missed him so much, I would trade it all just to see him again... the car, all my stuff, its all worthless unless you have somebody to share it with. Yeah I have lots of friends but none like jason. I know I was a horrible friend when I got back not just to jason but to everybody, I didnt pay any attention to any of my friends and neglected all of them. So I guess im writing this to say SORRY. Jason Im so SORRY I wasnt there. I just wish you would have called me you could call upon me for anything and you knew that. DAMN I just get so mad sometimes that you did this.....BUT I still love ya and cant wait to see you again. JUST so there are no mistakes my phone number DID change it now is (641)455-6668 (sorry I didnt call you with my new number jena) anybody can call me at any time if they wanna talk. I miss you JASON. Oh one last thing if you ever see me out driving around honk and wave.... you can't miss the car! RIPJC- I cant wait until we party again
STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN / Kayla Joy (Friend)
IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY AND MEMORIES WERE A LANE I WOULD WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN TO BRING YOU HOME AGAIN NO FAREWELL WORDS WERE SPOKEN NO TIME TO SAY GOODBYE YOU WERE GONE BEFORE I KNEW IT AND ONLY GOD KNOWS WHY MY HEART STILL ACHES WITH SADNESS AND SECRET TEARS STILL FLOW WHAT IT MEANT TO LOSE YOU NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW
Terri, I'm so sorry for your loss / Lori Hanson (Thankful Citizen )
I was Googling hanging a flag upside down after watching "In the Valley of Elah." I, too, believe our country is still in distress and that it won't end even when all our troops are home. I have two friends whose sons have signs of PTSD. One has gotten into trouble with the local police during a flashback. Even though his mother got him a lawyer who was a former Marine, the lawyer treated him like he was a whiner rather than someone with a legitimate problem.
I have always been interested in history and I grew up watching soldiers being dragged out of the jungles of Vietnam on the TV news. I don't think any of us back here living in relative safety can know what it's like for those who serve in places where there's always someone trying to kill them. Or know what it's like for someone who is normally kind and gentle to have to commit an act of violence in defense of oneself or others.
Thank you for sharing your story.
To Jason's Family / Chris Lewis (introduced recently hy his sister )
I want to take this time to offer my thoughts and prayers to Jason's family. His story and His life were presented to me through his sister jena. In one day jason has forever touched my life, and I can only imagine the impact on those who shared years with him. Jason I too am an Iraqi Veteran with PTSD, so I hope its ok if I look up and call you friend and or brother. You are one of the few who know what it's like............... All I know is your name, but I learned of what a great man and hero you became...
To his family, if there is anything I can do, or if you just need someone to talk to please and I mean please dont hesitate to contact me. I know sharing his story must be very difficult, but it has touched me very deeply. Heaven is safer because of Jason....
love ya bro, my fellow vet, and if it's ok with you friend
ireland/ Adam Kelly I am from ireland.I was searching for something on google and this site came up.my prayers are with the Cooper family.
Jason/ Lisa Johnson Thank you for sharing Jason's story. I never knew him, just came upon this site and his story. I had no idea that suicides were happening among soldiers, how very sad. My father committed suicide 13 years ago, and I know how very hard it is to live with that. My heart goes out to Jason and his family and friends.
You will never be forgotten, prayers to your mom, dad, family, and friends. Please contact me if you need any help or need someone else to talk to.
I MISS U... / Distant Friend Friend (none)
Jas~ ya know this is going to sound crazy but i was in love with you from day one litterally at skating.... your smile was enough to make me melt i never got the chance to tell you that and i am sorry i will make one promise to you i will never take time for granted, i only have one pic of you and that is when we were in eighth grade at skate south it was me you and kayla and we were sitting on your lap!!!! you used to tell me that everything was going to be ok and that some day we were going to get married deep down i knew you were joking although i won't lie i did love you... my heart and best wishes go out to your family and i will stand behind them 1000% i turned my flag upside down for you and the day your mom turns hers i will turn mine
I love you Jas~
My respect / Travis Jackson (None)
Im in the army (WONT GIVE OUT THE BASE). Im also a SPC as well like your son. I was scrolling online and i found your sight and i want to say im so so sorry for the loss of your son. From the pics and the video displayed on youtube..i bet he was fun to be around and very respectful. It honesty made me tear up. the thing i learn from this sight is every person serves a purpose on this earth. It's weird (im going to open up if you dont mind)...awhile back i was tired of living and i tried to commit suicide.
I was unsuccessful and after the incident, it made me realize we may not know it but people care they really do. Even though you lost a son you recieve countless condolescences from us all showing that we either care or can relate to what you're going through. I leave you with this: STAY STRONG...you're doing a good job. I can just tell. AND continue to support us and we'll do the same for you, your family, and for this memorial site. I also wish you the best of luck looking for another job, and your main job for now is to stick to wqhat's right, and give out some resources on how to battle PTSD, like i said your doing an awesome job. Keep the faith, and be safe.
W/ all respect, SPC Jackson US ARMY
You will not be forgotten / Matt Johnston (no relation ) My condolences to you and your family.....the sacrifices of all those who serve will never be forgotten...
I was going through one of my scrapbooks the other day. I came across the pics of me, you and Stacy sledding at Capitol Hill. Wow, what a fun night we had! I sure do miss the fun times we had. There isn't a day that goes by that I dont miss your smile! You have such a wonderful family and great friends. I'm so glad your mom is doing what she's doing! She's a great person! I miss and love ya very much. RIP sweetie!
Love, Erin
My deepest condolences For Jason Cooper and his family. / John Bain (A Canadian soldier. A fellow NATO Soldier ) Dear Cooper family, My deepest and warmest thoughts to Jason Coopers Family and Jason Cooper. I"m a soldier in the Canadian army and have lost many friends in theatre of operations. I have trained many many times with United States Of America's military units. Lots of my buddies have been to Afghanistan.Some on a second tour of duty. I was watching the news and heard about Jason. I was thinking, oh did he do something great for his Platoon? Then listened more, and heard the sad story of Jason. Then I thought how many more young men have to die? Tears my heart apart. I'm hoping that this email will let you know that even us Canadians from the North do care about the American people. I can totally relate that you have to be tough in the military. Its the most difficult profession on this planet. We do this job because we love our countries more than anything.
STAND EASY JASON
John Paul Scot Bain (Corporal)
My sympathy / Lorna Grandy (no relation ) I found about Jason Cooper just by surfing the web. My sympathy to all his family and friends. May you have peace in your hearts someday and concentrate on happy memories of Jason. I was so sad to hear about how he died.
Just wanting to talk / Mom Hi Jas, I used to write you emails everyday while you where in Iraq and I miss telling you the daily going-ons and how your brother and sister was doing. So here I am, I know you already know the things I want to say, but it's a hard routine to break I guess.
Mick is getting so big now. Bruce had to finaggle his way thru your Grandmother to receive some of your clothing she was selling at her garage sale. It was with the stipulations that none of it was to go to me. Of course, I have what Mick could not wear. I have no idea why your Grandmother hates me and Jena so much, but I think it's just the simple fact that we are females. She had never liked any female friends you had. Mick tried to wear your tennis shoes and was almost in tears when they didn't fit. His feet have gotten pretty big now.
Jena is struggling her way thru nursing school. She misses you so much and her and I will never forget the fun times with you that we love to talk about. She too feels the hatred from your Grandmother and just feels disgusted when she sees your half a million dollar life insurance policy being squandered away on your fathers pool, trips to Vegas and the Carribeans and of course his home away from home "Suds". Some things just never change I guess.
Jacari acts so much like you that it is really noticable. He is such a cutie, and has a very loving personality. Thanks Jas for guiding him along and watching over him.
And for me, well I continue to let people know who you were. How a bright and shinning star was lost to this war. I tell your story so other families do not have to face the heartbreak your family and friends have endured. I know you never meant to hurt any of us, your heart was too big for that. But if we continue to mourn your loss, it is because your heart was big and kind and we all need a little of that in our daily lives. So I stand up to the government and the politics and rhetoric that continues to fail our brave soldiers because no family deserves their love for their soldier to be directed at a six foot square of ground decorated with silk flowers.
Just tonight I was confonted with a distant family member of yours that wanted to tell me how "soldiers know where the VA is" it's their own fault that they don't go to get help" Blah, blah, blah.... as her rantings fell on my ears, I realized that I have alot more work to do. Especially with veterans who have never seen combat. Boy the army mindset is hard to break. I questioned myself as to whether I will be back at the resturant where I loved to eat the Wednesday night special. I don't believe Mary and I will be causaully speaking ever again. Too bad!
But Jas, what I really need to say is that I love you buddy! I miss you so much that words cannot describe this longing to just hug you or talk to you or watch our favorite movies togethers. But I know someday I will see you again and all the hurt and pain will be gone then and we can simply be without all the other added bull.
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