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God Bless,

Scott, Melissa, Chandler and Ashton

I can’t believe it’s been four years since Heath graduated from boot camp.  We were all so proud and excited to watch him graduate from boot camp.  Little did we know then that you would die as a hero almost a year from your graduation. Today I remember fondly the smiles, hugs, photos, new dress blue uniforms and your coming home for Thanksgiving.  I am and will always be so proud of you Heath.  The poem below is sort of a tradition that I am going to post every November 18.

Heath, My Son 

 Graduation from Boot Camp (November 18, 2005) 

I get to see my son today,It’s four months since he has gone away, He’s different now, he’s not all mine, He’s a U.S. Marine, the finest kind.   The little boy that I once newHas now become a man that’s true,He loves and hurts like you and meBut now he doesn’t let me see. He’s brave, tougher, smarter too,But remember my son…I still need you.I need to know your well and fine, and Hear you laugh from time to time, or Shed a tear or rant and rave…You don’t always have to be so brave. So take God’s hand he’ll lead the way He’ll keep you safe each day I pray, You’ll walk with him where heroes tread,But don’t feel dread, feel blessed instead You have the love all around,So make it right, your judgments sound. A man you are…But my son you’ll be,Forever and eternity.  Love,  Mom A special poem from Melissa to Heath at boot camp graduation.  Author-Anonymous

Thinking of you today and remembering fondly your bootcamp graduation which was two years ago today.  We love you and miss.  Our heats ache every day but the love doesn’t end.  Remembering fondly your special day.

Love, Dad and Mom

Please note the following events will be taking place through the end of the year.

November 18, 2009 - Heath’s graduation from bootcamp anniversary.

November 22, 2009 - Heath’s death anniversary will be remembered at the 11 AM Mass at Queen of Heaven Church in Uniontown, Ohio.  All are welcome to attend.

December 6, 2009 - The Warner family has been invited to light the City of North Canton’s Christmas tree.  The event starts at 3:3o and the lighting will take place around 5 PM in front of the old Hoover plant.  All are welcome to attend.

December 6, 2009 - Gold Star Families from Stark County will be having a Christmas Dinner at Reunions Restaruant in Massillon at 6 PM.

May 31, 2010 - Pvt. Heath Warner 5k Memorial Run and Family Fun Walk (more details to come in the near future).

Also, we are converting Heath’s 91 Pontiac Bonneville into a memorial Hero car.  Currently, the mechanical work is completed and the car is in the process of being repainted and prepped for the car wrap.  Dr. Wrap will be doing the wrap and we anticipate it will be completed in plenty of time for the 2010 Memorial Day events and the lead car for the race.