The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Spc. Jason C. Kazarick, 30, of Oakmont, Pa., died April 7 in Sadr City, Iraq, when enemy forces attacked using a rocket propelled grenade. He was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Vilseck, Germany.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and fellow soldiers.
Kaz, bro, I only just got to know you during this deployment. Our paths didn't cross much within the company until we got to Iraq. Damn you were a funny guy. I loved shooting the sh*t with you. That's usually all you and I did when we talked was laugh. I only wish now that we were closer. I got to know enough about you to know that you and I could have been good friends. Your sarcasim always brought a smile or a laugh. I will always remember that ongoing game we had. Booger, WaWa and I know what I am talking about. You were pretty good at that game man. Every memory of you is going to bring a laugh for me. I am going to miss you a lot.
My thoughts and prayers are with your wife and Family. You were a superb soldier. Rest in peace my friend.
My son,Booger, spoken of in Bryan's comments, is devastated by the loss of your son. He was an obvious wonderful man of whom you must be proud. I pray for your comfort in this time and Thank You for the sacrifice Kaz, I believe I met you in Vilseck last year and am deeply saddened too. Peace be with your Family.
Steve
Kaz, brother. Cant say enough about you. Would have loved to do Americanos with you one more time. I had a lot of good times with you and your sarcastic ass, those are all memories that I will cherish for a lifetime now. This aint news you want to hear while your home on R&R, away from your boys. When I left I knew things were heating up, but I prayed that something like this wouldnt happen. I know your in a better place now, up there playing armchair quarterback watching the rest of us. Just know that you were one of the best damn soldiers I knew. Your smart ass would always have somrthing to say, but you got the job done better than most. I dont care what anyone says, I witnessed you as one bad ass sniper back in Graf and thats were alot of my memories are from. I miss those days man but the days that we had will never be forgotten. Just know that we love ya and we're all gonna miss the hell out of you man. Rest in peace brother.
KAZ, MAN , I THANK GOD FOR THE SHORT TIME I KNEW YOU. FROM THE TIME WE STARTED I COULD TELL YOU WERE A HELLA OF A GUY. MY CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, I'M SURE THAT IF I MISS YOU FROM A TRIP TO HOHANSFELD AND A FEW COLD DAYS AT THE RANGE THEIR LOSE IS GREATER. GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
I am so sorry for the loss of this fine young man and your HERO Spc Jason C Kazarick. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will continue to be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
Gale Poindexter
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
To the Family and Loved ones of SPC Jason Kazarick: "I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours, to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of Freedom"....Abraham Lincoln. Please accept my heartfelt condolences upon the loss of your HERO, who made the utimate sacrifice in the fight for freedom for the people of Iraq, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. He will not be forgotten, and you will be remembered in my prayers. Proud Father of G Co 3-2SCR Stryker.
Our sympathy and prayers are with the SPC Jason Kazarick family at this difficult time. We know the path your family is now on is very difficult. We lost our beloved son and American Hero recently also and understand no words can comfort or remove the pain your family is feeling. SPC Jason Kazarick fights in heavens army now. It brings me some comfort to think of our heroes together again in Heaven.
PROUD PARENT OF SGT CHRISTOPHER SANDERS
3/2 SCR RECON PLT (KIA 1-9-08 SINSIL, IRAQ)
My heartfelt sympathy to the Family and Fellow Soldiers of Spc. Kazarick. He is an American Hero, and will not be forgotten.
He paid the ultimate sacrifice for all of us. God Bless his Family at this difficult time and God Speed to his Fello Soldiers.
Granny of a Stryker Soldier
As a grieving grandmother who lost her beloved grandson, Sgt.Christopher Sanders, in Sinsil, Iraq, (1-9-08), my heart now aches for your loss. Please remember that many are praying that God will give you strength to cope with this overwhelming sadness.Jason is a true hero who sacrificed his life for a better world. My prayers and sincere condolences for you all.
Margaret Rodriguez
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I never actually met Kaz, but felt I knew him well through the photos and stories my son shared with me from Germany. My favorite is the Halloween costume where Kaz dressed up like a woman. He always made everyone laugh. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. God bless you, your family, and friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I never actually met Kaz, but felt I knew him well through the photos and stories my son shared with me from Germany. My favorite is the Halloween costume where Kaz dressed up like a woman. He always made everyone laugh. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. God bless you, your family, and friends.
Kaz, My prayers are with you and your family. You will be greatly missed. I still have the scar on my finger from when I fell down the hill in your backyard and cut it. Thanks to your Mom for helping me that day.You will never be forgotten and Thank You. -Tim
I just wanted to show my sympathy to Jason's family and his other friends. He will greatly be missed by many. He hasn't left my mind since I heard the news.
I wanted to express my sympathy to Jason's family and friends. I didn't know him, but I remember him from high school. I am truly sorry for your loss and thankful for Jason's courage to make our world better:)
Our deepest condolences to the Kararick family.
Thank you Jason for all you have sacrificed. You will always be remembered by those whose lives you touched. Rest in peace Jason, and God Bless you.
I want to thank all of you for your comments, prayers and thoughts of Jason. It is a very difficult time for Jason's Mother, Sue. Please keep Jason, his fiancee and family in your prayers.
Kaz...my best friend since we were 14. Your smile just sits in my mind. I can see us jamming to November Rain while we just sat around and did what best friends do. I will miss your beautiful face for the rest of my life. The world is a much darker place without you. God bless you, your family, Suse and her loved ones, and most of all, rest in peace my best friend and bravest soldier. I love you.
Jay was the greatest friend that anybody could ever have. He was always there for me in good and bad times. I,ll never forget the intense video game battles, goin to penguin games, steeler games at my parents, bein up on Freds property and just hangin out on a daily basis. You were full of love and just the best friend I could ever have. I will NEVER forget you and will keep you in my heart forever. Love you and miss you always my dog.
To Jason's family and friends
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of his comrades fighting on. I heard of your son from my son in the 1/2 SCR. God Bless.
I am at a loss for words. To the families of the fallen, God Bless you. I served B 1/2 Cav in iraq from Apr03 - Jul 04. Truly sorry for your loss. Even though I do not know him, I have lost a brother.
As a former trooper in the 2nd Cavalry, I solemnly salute SPC Kazarick's sacrifice for his country and his brothers in arms. Any assistance the his family needs can be requested from the EE Mixon 2nd Dragon Foundation, which is dedicated to helping the families of troopers. 2nddragoons.org
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God bless this family now and always.
Former Stryker Mom,
Ellen
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April 9, 2008 6:07 PM
Rest in Peace Kaz. My sympathy to his family. He is my son's best buddy.
Posted by: Randy | April 9, 2008 9:18 PM
Kaz, bro, I only just got to know you during this deployment. Our paths didn't cross much within the company until we got to Iraq. Damn you were a funny guy. I loved shooting the sh*t with you. That's usually all you and I did when we talked was laugh. I only wish now that we were closer. I got to know enough about you to know that you and I could have been good friends. Your sarcasim always brought a smile or a laugh. I will always remember that ongoing game we had. Booger, WaWa and I know what I am talking about. You were pretty good at that game man. Every memory of you is going to bring a laugh for me. I am going to miss you a lot.
My thoughts and prayers are with your wife and Family. You were a superb soldier. Rest in peace my friend.
Bryan
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April 10, 2008 1:30 AM
My son,Booger, spoken of in Bryan's comments, is devastated by the loss of your son. He was an obvious wonderful man of whom you must be proud. I pray for your comfort in this time and Thank You for the sacrifice Kaz, I believe I met you in Vilseck last year and am deeply saddened too. Peace be with your Family.
Steve
Posted by: steve davies | April 10, 2008 9:04 AM
God Bless You SPC Kazarick. May you rest in peace.
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April 10, 2008 11:46 AM
My deepest condolences to the Kazarick family and may Our Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow. Rest In Peace Dear Soldier.
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April 10, 2008 1:24 PM
Kaz, brother. Cant say enough about you. Would have loved to do Americanos with you one more time. I had a lot of good times with you and your sarcastic ass, those are all memories that I will cherish for a lifetime now. This aint news you want to hear while your home on R&R, away from your boys. When I left I knew things were heating up, but I prayed that something like this wouldnt happen. I know your in a better place now, up there playing armchair quarterback watching the rest of us. Just know that you were one of the best damn soldiers I knew. Your smart ass would always have somrthing to say, but you got the job done better than most. I dont care what anyone says, I witnessed you as one bad ass sniper back in Graf and thats were alot of my memories are from. I miss those days man but the days that we had will never be forgotten. Just know that we love ya and we're all gonna miss the hell out of you man. Rest in peace brother.
-DBO
Posted by: Dylan Owens | April 10, 2008 2:55 PM
KAZ, MAN , I THANK GOD FOR THE SHORT TIME I KNEW YOU. FROM THE TIME WE STARTED I COULD TELL YOU WERE A HELLA OF A GUY. MY CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, I'M SURE THAT IF I MISS YOU FROM A TRIP TO HOHANSFELD AND A FEW COLD DAYS AT THE RANGE THEIR LOSE IS GREATER. GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Posted by: LEVAR "DOC" SCOTT | April 10, 2008 5:44 PM
I am so sorry for the loss of this fine young man and your HERO Spc Jason C Kazarick. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will continue to be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
Gale Poindexter
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
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April 10, 2008 6:12 PM
To the family of SPC Jason C. Kazarick, may the lord bless your family and may SPC Jason live in your hearts forever.
Proud father in law to be of Cpl. Steven Candelo, 1st Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, Vilseck, Germany. KIA March 26, 2008
Posted by: Richard Vasquez | April 10, 2008 9:47 PM
To the Family and Loved ones of SPC Jason Kazarick: "I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours, to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of Freedom"....Abraham Lincoln. Please accept my heartfelt condolences upon the loss of your HERO, who made the utimate sacrifice in the fight for freedom for the people of Iraq, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. He will not be forgotten, and you will be remembered in my prayers. Proud Father of G Co 3-2SCR Stryker.
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April 10, 2008 10:15 PM
Our sympathy and prayers are with the SPC Jason Kazarick family at this difficult time. We know the path your family is now on is very difficult. We lost our beloved son and American Hero recently also and understand no words can comfort or remove the pain your family is feeling. SPC Jason Kazarick fights in heavens army now. It brings me some comfort to think of our heroes together again in Heaven.
PROUD PARENT OF SGT CHRISTOPHER SANDERS
3/2 SCR RECON PLT (KIA 1-9-08 SINSIL, IRAQ)
Posted by: ChrisAlan's'Mom | April 10, 2008 10:46 PM
My heartfelt sympathy to the Family and Fellow Soldiers of Spc. Kazarick. He is an American Hero, and will not be forgotten.
He paid the ultimate sacrifice for all of us. God Bless his Family at this difficult time and God Speed to his Fello Soldiers.
Granny of a Stryker Soldier
Posted by: Jan Entenmann | April 11, 2008 12:03 AM
As a grieving grandmother who lost her beloved grandson, Sgt.Christopher Sanders, in Sinsil, Iraq, (1-9-08), my heart now aches for your loss. Please remember that many are praying that God will give you strength to cope with this overwhelming sadness.Jason is a true hero who sacrificed his life for a better world. My prayers and sincere condolences for you all.
Margaret Rodriguez
Posted by: maggiemoo | April 11, 2008 1:08 AM
My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.
Another proud Stryker mom
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April 11, 2008 7:33 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I never actually met Kaz, but felt I knew him well through the photos and stories my son shared with me from Germany. My favorite is the Halloween costume where Kaz dressed up like a woman. He always made everyone laugh. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. God bless you, your family, and friends.
Lisa
Stryker Mom 1/2 SCR
Posted by: lisa owens | April 11, 2008 8:00 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I never actually met Kaz, but felt I knew him well through the photos and stories my son shared with me from Germany. My favorite is the Halloween costume where Kaz dressed up like a woman. He always made everyone laugh. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. God bless you, your family, and friends.
Lisa
Stryker Mom 1/2 SCR
Posted by: lisa owens | April 11, 2008 8:09 AM
Kaz, My prayers are with you and your family. You will be greatly missed. I still have the scar on my finger from when I fell down the hill in your backyard and cut it. Thanks to your Mom for helping me that day.You will never be forgotten and Thank You. -Tim
Posted by: Tim Godak | April 11, 2008 1:32 PM
I just wanted to show my sympathy to Jason's family and his other friends. He will greatly be missed by many. He hasn't left my mind since I heard the news.
Posted by: Chrissy Costa (Stokes) | April 12, 2008 9:09 AM
I wanted to express my sympathy to Jason's family and friends. I didn't know him, but I remember him from high school. I am truly sorry for your loss and thankful for Jason's courage to make our world better:)
Posted by: Melissa Negley | April 12, 2008 12:15 PM
Our deepest condolences to the Kararick family.
Thank you Jason for all you have sacrificed. You will always be remembered by those whose lives you touched. Rest in peace Jason, and God Bless you.
Deanna Reid
Ft. Wainwright, Alaska
Posted by: Deanna Reid | April 14, 2008 1:30 AM
I want to thank all of you for your comments, prayers and thoughts of Jason. It is a very difficult time for Jason's Mother, Sue. Please keep Jason, his fiancee and family in your prayers.
Thank you,
Posted by: Fred Salmonsen | April 14, 2008 11:54 AM
Kaz...my best friend since we were 14. Your smile just sits in my mind. I can see us jamming to November Rain while we just sat around and did what best friends do. I will miss your beautiful face for the rest of my life. The world is a much darker place without you. God bless you, your family, Suse and her loved ones, and most of all, rest in peace my best friend and bravest soldier. I love you.
Posted by: Janelle | April 15, 2008 6:14 AM
Jay was the greatest friend that anybody could ever have. He was always there for me in good and bad times. I,ll never forget the intense video game battles, goin to penguin games, steeler games at my parents, bein up on Freds property and just hangin out on a daily basis. You were full of love and just the best friend I could ever have. I will NEVER forget you and will keep you in my heart forever. Love you and miss you always my dog.
Posted by: Mike Zelahy | April 15, 2008 3:20 PM
To Jason's family and friends
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of his comrades fighting on. I heard of your son from my son in the 1/2 SCR. God Bless.
Posted by: Siri Kjos, mother of Konrad 1/2 SCR | April 15, 2008 4:05 PM
I am at a loss for words. To the families of the fallen, God Bless you. I served B 1/2 Cav in iraq from Apr03 - Jul 04. Truly sorry for your loss. Even though I do not know him, I have lost a brother.
Scott
Posted by: Scott | April 19, 2008 2:01 AM
As a former trooper in the 2nd Cavalry, I solemnly salute SPC Kazarick's sacrifice for his country and his brothers in arms. Any assistance the his family needs can be requested from the EE Mixon 2nd Dragon Foundation, which is dedicated to helping the families of troopers. 2nddragoons.org
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April 27, 2008 1:20 PM