AOAN David “Wayne” Cornell (Wayne as he was known) was an aviation ordnance man airman on the USS Coral Sea. He was killed onboard during a severe storm while securing a piece of equipment on the sponson. DOD 1/31/88 -on his sister’s birthday. He would have wanted us to know that no matter how tough life is, you can always find joy in it and to love life to the fullest no matter what.
ICO HM3 Nigel C. Kennedy enlisted in the Navy in 2006. Born in Trinidad, Third Class Kennedy served in the Navy until his passing, October 11, 2009. He loved being a Sailor, serving his country, the brotherhood and meeting new people all over the world. His awards include the Good Conduct Medal, the National Service Defense Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal with 1 star and Eagle Globe and Anchor, the Global War on Terrorism Medal, the Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with 1 star, the Over Sears Service Ribbon, the Marksman Rifle Ribbon and the Sharpshooter Pistol Ribbon.
He was the eldest of three children born September 6th,1980 to parents Carol Williams Elder and Roy Elder. He had a passion for service and had plans of furthering his studies in the medical field with hopes of doing more. He is remembered for the wonderful life he lived. As a son, brother, uncle, grandson and nephew we as a family mourn his loss everyday. We celebrate the great memories we had with him daily and we will continue to share his legacy with the future generation. We are thankful we get to honor him during the May Gold Star Awareness month.
Mrs. Jackson, you're such a blessing. We don't feel forgotten after our loss anymore. We greatly appreciate the moral support you provided to us. Thank you very much for all you do. Carol & Andrea
Thanks Sabrina for your greatful assistance in obtaining gold star pins for me and my family. We do appreciate your hard work in making this possible.
We were very happy to see Gold Star Navy in the Resource Room at the Snowball Express in Dallas Texas. Rufus and Stephanie provided valuable information and also helped in the event. Thank you for being there for us.
Thank you very much for everything Erick it was a pleasure to meet you in person, I hope that we are able to maintain communication with the Navy Gold Star program that represents so much satisfaction and happiness for us to unite with other families. Hugs
As a survivor of a military serviceman, I'm so pleased for all of you in supporting and caring for those who have lost their love ones like mine. Your kindness and cooperation is being appreciated.
Susanna, thanks for all you do for the Gold Star Families. . .encouraging Dolores to submit a tribute for our son Rene was just another example of how you are always reaching out to care for and encourage family members to remember and celebrate the lives of their loved ones.Thank you! Bill & Dolores
'This was a great experience for me. I am so glad I did it. I appreciate all of the work and coordination from everyone involved. Thanks for your program. It meant a lot to me and my husband. We were taken on a tour of the hanger, meet some of the men now in the squadron, and had a very nice time. Thank you very much Sandra.'
Patricia you are perfect for the job you do with the Gold Star Families. Talking to you over the phone felt like I have known you before and meeting you in person validate my feelings. After almost 14 years it means something special to meet other parents and families who have walked our path and the others who are now on that long painful journey our prayers are with all to find comfort.Gold Star Mom and Dad, Maryland
