JP Blecksmith Leadership Foundation Guestbook

Dave Jester said:

A Guest Book Test

Steve Burt said:

Ed, Pam and Family... My thoughts were with you today. Last night I watched the movie A Company of Soldiers and it served as a reminder of what our brave heroes are doing for our country. Take care my friend, you know I'm here for you. May God continue to bless you and your family... Steve

Marc Giorgi said:

I took my family to DC last weekend, and when we stopped in the women's memorial at Arlington National Cemetery, they had a display titled "Faces of the Fallen." JP's hand painted portrait of his academy photo was there, along with one of Ronnie and LtCol Shea. We also see photos of JP and Ronnie at the Hawk at TBS. The heroic actions of those gone before us will always inspire us to continue to fight. We will never forget. Semper Fi- Marc Giorgi

Amy S said:

I am thinking of JP and his heroism every day - and especially on Memorial Day. I am also thinking and praying for the Blecksmiths always. I miss ya Jaeps.

Joe Puglia said:

I live in La Canada where Lt. Blecksmith went to school. His memory will be honored each year on Memorial Day as I am Co-Chairman of the La Canada Memorial Day Service. A plaaque which bears his name is in an honored position in our Memorial Park.
I too was a Marine Officer and served in the same Battalion and regiment as Lt. Blecksmith.
Semper Fi,
Joe Puglia

Mary L. Smith said:

I was reading the PrepTalk and found the article about JP and the NCIS cast. My son, Christopher Smith, also attended Prep and was a classmate of JP's. I was with Chris in Boulder when we learned of JP's passing. My heart and prayers have been with you and yours every since.

Laura Thrasher said:

I have learned all about JP from my father, John Thrasher. He was a great man and even though he will be greatly missed, he will live on forever. This is a wonderful site and I am glad to see that his story is reaching all around the world.

Matt Hughes said:

I too am a NCIS fan and saw Mark Harmon's wearing your son's memorial T-shirt. I have spent the last hour looking through this web site. I don't know what to say about your loss.

Maybe this can sum up my graditude.

I hope that I can raise my two son's to half the men your son JP was and is.

I can not think of a finer person to be one of God's warriors.

May God Bless You and Your Family

marion collingwood said:

Like an earlier signee, I learned of JPs death after watching Mark Harmon in NCIS. 11th November every year is an important date in the UK. I have never lost any one in the military but this year when I stand at my works Rememberance memorial, for our poppy wreath laying ceremony it will have a meaning. "I will remember him". I would also like to wear the memorial T-shirt, but am not sure if you would ship it to the UK.

S. Harbidge said:

I learned of the bravery of J.P. because of a memorial T-shirt worn by actor Mark Harmon on an episode of NCIS. My family is grateful for the dedication and sacrifices of our men and women in uniform. J.P. sounds like an outstanding young man and a excellant example of our uniformed service personnel.

Ali Sposato said:

Hi! Haven't talked to/or seen you guys in a while. Hope things are going well! Looking forward to coming to the 5K this year!!!

Ben Van Norman said:

Just thinking of JP. Thought I would say hello and wish you the best. Jessica is doing fine, her son is almost 7 months old. Jess and I talk about JP and the family often. We will be in touch. Ben

GREG SYLVIS said:

I think about JP often. I won't forget him. Greg

Tyson Stahl said:

Blecksmith Family,
Greetings from TBS down here in lovely Quantico, Virginia. I just wanted to take a minute and sign your guest book to let you know you have been on my mind lately. Every day I'm here, I pass the wall of honor in O'Bannon Hall right outside the Hawk and I see JP's picture. You are all constantly in the thoughts and prayers of the Stahl family.

Pete Coleman said:

Hey Mr. and Mrs. Blecksmith, I just wanted to post and say hello to you. My name is Pete Coleman, son of Bob Coleman. I have been on the website before but never signed the guestbook. Just wanted to wish you my best.

Pete Coleman

Cynthia Doshier-Bryant said:

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I liked your quote of John 15:13...perfect. Ron Knecht also passed this on to me.

Waldon Wolf said:

Dear Ed and family,

We have just learned of your tragic of your son. We would have not known but for a visit today from our classmate Ron Knecht. He came by here in Deming, NM to see us. Ellie & I can not put into words the horrible pain your entire family and friends have had to endure. Our thoughts, prayers and sympathies are with you all.

Waldon

David Burch said:

I am very sorry for your loss. I thank God there are so many young Americans like your son who are willing to put their lives on the line for America. JP was a true American Hero. Words cannot describe how grateful I am for young men like your son. God Bless.

Dave Jester said:

Guest Book up and running!