Jason Pirro USMC

Jason Pirro In Memoriam-4th Anniversary

2008-07-15T18:26:00.003-04:00

Today is the 4th Anniversary of Jason’s death and I posted something on his legacy.com site. Your are all welcome to go and post something if you’d like. Here’s the link below. If the link doesn’t work, then you can go to the legacy.com site and type in Jason Pirro and then click on his guest book:

http://www.legacy.com/PoconoRecord/GB/GuestbookView.aspx?PersonId=2433395

Jason,

You’ve been gone for 4 years now and we still love you and miss you beyond words. Life continues, yet we never forget how special you were and how you were such an important person in our lives. Our hearts don’t let go of the memories. And our hearts will always feel the loss.

Your life was cut short at such a young age and you lived your life to the fullest. It still seems so unreal that we can’t see your face or hear your voice. But we can feel your love and your presence and that will sustain us until we are reunited again one day.

Your children are so much like you. Your girls are growing up so fast. They are your legacy and they are a part of you that we cherish immensely.

I can’t say anything that I haven’t said before. You will always be my baby, that little boy that I bonded with since birth and I carry you in my heart. Our love and our bond will never die.

You will always be with me…..

Love Always,
Aunt Dee Dee <3

Jason Pirro-Remembering Your Birthday

2007-12-17T18:22:00.000-05:00

Jason,

I am going to save a longer entry for Christmas Eve, but I just wanted to say Happy Birthday sweetheart.

You are loved and missed beyond measure. You are as much of a part of our lives now as you were when you were here with us. You could never be forgotten.

Without you it's a different world. The missing you never goes away and the loving you never goes away either. You hold such a special place in the hearts of those who were closest to you and we carry you with us wherever we go.

There are more loved ones with you now and I know that one day we will all be reunited. Until that day we continue to love you, miss you and remember you with fondness and smiles for the wonderful loving man that you always were.

Happy Birthday. Until then.....<3

Love Always,
Aunt Dee Dee, Uncle Reyes & Megan

Jason,

Of course my words and thoughts started flowing so what I had written previously wasn't enough. So here I go again.

29 years ago today you entered this world. You came into our lives, a new extension to the family tree. From the moment I saw you and held you in my arms, we bonded. I have so many nieces and nephews, but you were more than just my nephew and Godson. You were special. You were my boy.

The bond that you and I had, we didn't share with anyone else. I loved you as if you were my child. You were "my baby" and I was "your Aunt Dee Dee".

Right now so many memories are flooding my brain and I can smile remembering the different stages of your life that I was a part of.

I was so blessed to share so many memories with you and truly honored to be your Godmother. I always wanted a daughter but I never longed for a son because I had Megan and I had you!

I remember everything and as I do remember, I smile because I can still see your beautiful face and those sparkling blue eyes. Sometimes I can see your eyes in mine.....all I have to do is look in the mirror and I can see them.

You will always be so much more than a memory to me. Your love is a warmth that comforts my heart.

God blessed us the day that you were born and although you are no longer here to celebrate your Birthday, we will always celebrate your life and we will honor and remember you today and everyday.

You were so much more than a nephew and Godson to me. You were a part of me and you will always be a part of me.

With Love Always,
"Your Aunt Dee Dee"

The following was written in October by a dear friend of mine named Kurt S. F. Mebruer.

What We Leave Behind

Writing about those who have gone away to another world, another place of existance is not easy to work through. I may have never met Jason, never knew him as a friend, but it’s incredibly easy to see how many lives he touched, how many hearts he found comfort in, how many people who were blessed to know him that I can confidently say that I am unfortunate for not having had the chance to meet him.

I am still without answers to the questions of his passing. I cannot conceive the reasons or the mistakes made for why his death came to happen. I’ve contemplated what may have occured and I continue to think of how it may have happened, but I fear the truth may remain in the realm of the unfathomable.

Then what is left if not questions? What is left to hold if not justice alone? What do those who pass on leave behind?

The legacy of people who leave us is not the trials and trepidations they incurred through life. It is not the pains and sorrows themselves that we remember the most. Rather it is the wonderful memories of those people that we remember the most and yes, at times those memories can cause us to feel the heartache of that person’s absence.

However, I am certain in the belief that we keep alive the absent by remembering them. And while their physical body may not be here among us any longer, I feel as though their soul or spiritual aspect is capable of and does come back to us when we think of them. I believe that at times we can even sense their presence.

The people that Jason loved the most may no longer feel his hand on their shoulder, they may no longer be able to hug him, kiss him, hear his voice or see his smiling face with their eyes. But inside them he lives on, steadfast in their hearts, loving them from within, where everyday, every second, they can hear his comforting voice and see his smiling face.

I know from personal experience that at some point we begin to worry that we will forget what their face looked like, we worry that one day we will forget them. But that’s simply not possible, they have left a mark on us that will never wash away, never fade away.

I like to think of each day as a chance to live the life they would want us to. Another opportunity to cherish the things they gave us and at night when I lay down to sleep, I am comforted in knowing that tomorrow will be one day closer to reuniting with them in a much better place.

Jason is not dead, he cannot truely ever cease to exist. In every living thing there are elements of everything that came before them, an essence of everything they experienced in this life. When we pass on, we are not lost to time, we are not forgotten, we are just on another frequency that the rest of the people we left behind are yet to discover.

Think of Jason in this way. Think of him as being happy, excited in anticipation for the day you will join him there where you can be together again. We all hold transport passes to the next world and we can never know when that departure time is, but God has a reason for giving us that pre-determined amount of time.

Love Always and Cherish Eternally.

I am so sorry for the loss, Jason’s family has to endure. I regret never having had the chance to meet him here in this place, but he will never be forgotten.

-Kurt S.F. Mebruer
(A friend of Jason’s Aunt Dee Dee)

Thank you Kurt. You are a very talented young man with a special gift. You have a very special place in my heart. God Bless You.

Third Anniversary

2007-07-15T20:52:00.000-04:00

In Loving Memory of Jason Pirro

Jason,

You've been gone 3 years today and it seems like only yesterday that you were here. The years have gone by so quickly, but the days seem to be so long. You are so loved and missed beyond words. There's an empty space in our hearts that can never be filled. Our lives are not the same without, yet we keep you ever so close. What can I say that I haven't said before? Our lives were changed forever by your passing, but the love and the bonds never die.

You will always be with us. And your memory remains as alive as you once were. You are still in the thoughts and hearts of those that were closest to you. You are remembered with a loving warmth that also serves as a comfort to us.

This journey called life continues and you're never far from us...only a thought away. The memories of you become more dearer and more cherished. And the feeling of loss never goes away. It's kept in its proper place and of course to honor you we remember the way you lived and loved and the way you made other people feel. It's those feelings that continue to make us smile.

Your legacy lives on through your children who are growing up so fast. They are a part of you and I know that you are so proud of them and watching over them. Your wife is doing an incredible job. She has shown incredible strength through the loss and has done a wonderful job raising the girls. I know that you are proud of her too.

Your Mom is okay. You know the quest has been long and it has had its twists and turns, yet she endures and keeps going forward, nothing will hold her back. She misses you more and more each day and my heart feels for her. She has endured the worst kind of loss and I admire her incredible strength. I know you are watching over her through this journey. She has you ever so close in her heart. And as I promised you, I'll always be there for her. She'll never endure anything alone.

Megan misses you terribly. There's no words of comfort when someone so close to you passes away. You just have to cope, miss them, love them and remember them. And know that the person you love and miss continues to love you from where they are and that we'll all be together again someday. You will never be forgotten and the love continues to grow. We love you now as we loved you then and though death may separate us for a little while, the love never leaves. You will always be a part of our lives.

You were such a special person who touched so many lives and you'll never be completely gone from us. You remain in our hearts forever.....<3

Love Always, Aunt Dee Dee

Dear Son,

Jason, I wish we could turn back the hands of time and keep you at the age of 18, to keep you here forever. Jason you gave me so much joy in my life. We looked after each other, even in the good times and the rough times and we made it, you and I.

Jason you gave me and Gary two beautiful granddaughters, they keep me going. They are a part of you. You will live in them and your Mom. Gary loves and misses you very much also. He is taking good care of me, he sees the pain I'm in. That pain will never go away, but he is here to comfort me. He loves you like you were his son. Jason I know you loved Gary back.

You will never be forgotten. Today is three years and I can't believe it. It feels like you are still here and could walk through these doors, but not my door, it was heaven's doors that you walked through on July 15, 2004.

Today I'm sending you two balloons filled up with lots of love from us, Aunt Dee Dee and Megan. They love and miss you too. Jason when you look down on everyone from above, you know who loves you.

Our bond is here and like I said, no one can take our bond away not even in heaven, that bond is there always.

All Our Love,
Mom and Gary
(To Our Angel)

Justice For PFC Jason Pirro

2006-09-18T03:53:00.000-04:00

Jason Pirro USMC

This site is to seek justice for his death and to celebrate his life. Although he is gone, he'll always be loved and remembered.

Links to my other sites:

http://jasonpirrostory.wordpress.com/
http://myspace.com/deniseosbun
http://deniseosbunspeaks.blogspot.com/
http://jasonpirrojustice.blogspot.com/

http://freewebs.net/jasonpirrousmc

http://freewebs.net/deeraymeg

http://www.webspawner.com/users/jasonpirro/index.html

http://www.webspawner.com/users/deesstorage/index.html

Links to his Mom's sites:
http://myspace.com/jasonpirro

http://freewebs.net/jasonpirro

Blog Sites:
http://blog.myspace.com/deniseosbun
http://blog.myspace.com/jasonpirro

Here's the link to my article about Jason that appeared on the enctoday.com site:
http://www.enctoday.com/onset?id=4096&template=article.html

Contact Us:
deeraymeg@gmail.com
or
sparkyvvh@yahoo.com

Jason Lee Pirro
December 17, 1978
July 15, 2004

There is a permanent online tribute to Jason at the legacy.com site. Below is the link to view it:
http://legacy.com/PoconoRecord/Guestbook.asp?Page=Guestbook&PersonID=2433395

July 15, 2006

Jason,

You've been gone 2 years today and it still sometimes seems so unreal. Your presence and your love has never left us. I look to the sky and I know that there is a world beyond the clouds, beyond the stars, beyond what we can see. And you are there. Your light and your love are so strong, lighting the path for the journey that we are taking.

I know that you are so proud of your mom. She's one tough cookie. She bends, but she won't break. She has an incredible strength. In the letter that I wrote to you in June 2004, I promised you that I would look out for your Mom and I will always keep that promise. Whatever she endures, she'll never endure it alone. I will be her rock.

We miss you so much. But although you're not physically here, you are always with us- every step of the way. The memories of you are a timeless treasure and I find comfort in them. Time passes, but the memories and the love never fades.....We go about our regular routines and carry on, but you are always close in thought and heart. I carry you with me wherever I go- every single minute of every single day. You will always be the rainbow after the storm, the warmth on a chilly night, the light that shines through the darkness....a constant summer breeze. Your spirit comforts us with every passing day. We will endure and persevere because we must...with you ever so close.

Words cannot express the depth of how much we miss you...Your unforgettable smile, the strength of your hugs, your warmth, your incredible sense of humor, your beautiful face. Every single thing that made you so unique is cherished beyond measure. More time will pass....but your memory and your legacy will live on and never be forgotten. So we continue the journey with thoughts of you ever so close and you being right beside us through every winding road. We cannot see your face, but you are always with us.

Today is a reminder that you are physically gone, but we still feel your love, your strength and death can never take that away. Jason, you exist beyond what we can see, but we know that you're near...always. Life continues....so does the love that we will always feel for you. We are blessed for having you in our lives. You touched our lives in such a special way and you will remain in our hearts forever.....Forever Loved & Remembered....

Love Always,
Aunt Dee Dee

Jason Pirro-Your Drawing

2006-09-08T17:31:00.000-04:00

Jason Pirro
Your Drawing

Jason,

For their anniversary, Gary got your Mom a special gift. It was a drawing of you. The portrait is incredible, absolutely beautiful. The artist did an exceptional job. Your Mom took a picture of it and sent it to me. It touched my heart. I just kept looking at it. I smiled, I cried and I looked at my entertainment center at your photos and you are really gone. Someone so full of life, an incredible being is no longer here. But sometimes it feels like you are.

We lose loved ones and we mourn their deaths. Of course life goes on and people carry on with their lives, but there are some people that have touched our lives in such a siginificant way that you never place them in the foreground. You hold their memory ever so near and you carry them with you wherever you go, throughout your life. They are never far from thought and always in the heart. Although they are gone, they are always with you. And you are that person to us. You have always been and always will be a special part of me. Death cannot completely separate us.

I can still remember and feel holding you in my arms when you were a baby. I can still see your face, your smile. I can still hear your laugh, your voice. I can feel your hugs and thanks to the memories, those things will always remain even though you no longer physically walk this earth with us.

When you share a bond with someone it doesn't die when life ends. It lives on forever. And with that special bond, you can feel their presence surrounding you. You'll never be completely gone from us. Your love will always be with us, just as our love will always be with you. Death does not take that away. Eternal Love.....

Love Always,
Aunt Dee Dee

Camp Geiger

2006-09-04T19:28:00.000-04:00

I would like to hear from anyone who IS or WAS in the United States Marine Corps, (Location: Camp Geiger/Camp Lejeune). Specifically, if they were stationed aboard Camp Geiger School Of Infantry in North Carolina, during the past few years, especially during the year 2004. My nephew was there and died on July 15, 2004. I would appreciate any information that you could tell me about your experiences down there or what you saw other people endure.

You can reach us via email at:

deeraymeg@gmail.com
or
sparkvvh@yahoo.com

Jason Pirro's Mom's Statement

2006-09-04T19:27:00.000-04:00

Here is a statement from Jason Pirro's Mom.

08/26/06

I am Vicki Van Horn, the mother of PFC Jason Pirro. On May 11, 2006 I received a package in the mail, (I call this my Mother's Day package) from The Department of the Navy, NCIS in Washington Navy Yard, D.C. Inside the package were documents and photos of my son's dead body at the death scene. I surely wouldn't want another parent to see what I saw in these photos. Those photos and the autopsy photos that I have, don't add up to what they say happened. It was a shocking Mother's Day gift. They didn't even tell me that the package was coming. They don't care about what happens to our sons or daughters while they're in the service. They only care about what is being said to make them look good and when things go wrong, they won't admit that they have a problem there at Camp Geiger. They'll make my son look bad before they admit anything. Military life isn't for everyone and unfortunately our children don't realize this until they're in.

I have been in touch with my State Rep. and Congressman Kanjorski from the beginning. They have been extremely helpful every step of the way. I have sent certified letters to let the officials know that I need help. This is a Homicide made to look like a suicide. The photos that I have show it. I can't divulge the specifics at this time. The media needs to look into all of these deaths at Camp Geiger, North Carolina. All these deaths are not Suicides as they claim.

I'm not a mother in denial. I know my son. He loved life and when I last spoke to him, he asked about my car and his last words to me were: "Mom, even if I have to work 2 jobs, it beats being here in this hellhole"! His wife agrees with me that he was murdered. She is with me all of the way. She'll take care of the girls, since they are young and I'll do the fighting and speaking up to clear his name and find whoever did this to him. This young man did not need to die the way that he did. The truth will come out. He died July 15, 2004. It's been 2 years and no one even told us when the case was closed. There was a tremendous lack of communication and alot of inconsideration from the Marine Corps to his wife and I. They tried to brush me off and they didn't want to listen to what I had to say. He didn't do this. One day the TRUTH will come out, my son will be standing tall and the people of interest will come face to face with me. Accountability is key.

Jason and I had and will always have a special bond. We were always close to one another and no one can ever take that away from me. He knows from above in Heaven that I know this was done to him and I will get justice for him! He loved his family dearly. He missed us as much as we missed him and he couldn't wait to be home with his family. Military life wasn't for him. The abuse needs to stop and they have to listen that there is a problem at our own miltary bases here. If there is anyone out there that can help us get justice for Jason, it would be greatly appreciated. The military command would rather cover this up instead of admitting that there is a problem there and punish those that are guilty.

Jason did not take his own life like the article mentioned on August 4, 2004, which I did not know it was written. My sister found it and told me about it in The Jacksonville Daily News. No one from the paper ever spoke to his wife or myself. I'm not giving up and I won't back down. One day soon, I'll get justice, clear my son's name and have his death certificate changed. We should all get together, because all of these young people are not taking their own lives.

Thank you for listening. If you or someone you know can help us, if they know anything, please contact us at the emails on the home page of this site. I'll ruffle the nest as long as it takes to get someone to listen and to get justice. Congress, the Senate and the President of the United States, needs to correct the problems here. They need to start addressing the abuse, the hazings, the deaths and the cover-ups on our military bases. My son's death has been covered up, but I need help to uncover it. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,
Vicki (Pirro) Van Horn

Links Of Interest

2006-09-04T19:26:00.000-04:00

Below is a list of links that makes for some interesting reading. We had no idea that the abuse and deaths were going on right here on our home soil, not until it happened to our family. Then we did some checking and found out it's happening to alot of people. I guess your eyes become wide open when something hits home and it's time to make sure that there's a change and accountability.

Never be afraid to stand up for what's right and to fight for what you believe in. It's all about Justice. Even if you're one voice, be heard and get your story out there. Silence only enables them to continue to do what should never be allowed to happen.

These websites are worth reading:

http://www.oldamericancentury.org/index.htm

http://www.uncommonthought.com/mtblog/archives/cat_the_troops.php

One of its contributing editors did an article that mentioned Jason. His name is Jack Dalton. My sister & I spoke with him on the phone and via emails many times and what I like about him is that he says what's on his mind and he's not afraid to speak the truth.

Jack Dalton's Bio:

http://www.oldamericancentury.org/daltonbio.htm

Here are the links to the articles that Jack talked about Jason:

http://www.oldamericancentury.org/dalt_1070.htm

http://www.lewisnews.com/article.asp?ID=119432

Links to Jack Dalton's Blog:

http://jack-dalton.blogspot.com/

http://jack-dalton.blogspot.com/2005/06/suicides-in-ranks-

This website has a page about Jason on it. We are not the only family who's child has been killed and their death's covered up. They are The Home Of The Brave.

http://non-combat-death.org/Pirro.htm

http://non-combat-death.org/loved_ones.htm

http://non-combat-death.org/

A talented writer by the name of Kurt S. F. Mebruer put pages on his site about Jason Pirro. Below are the links:

http://lanternoftruth.wordpress.com/a-page-for-jason-lee-pirro

http://lanternoftruth.wordpress.com/a-page-for-jason-lee-pirro/an-unspoken-promise-now-fulfilled/

http://lanternoftruth.wordpress.com/a-page-for-jason-lee-pirro/what-we-leave-behind/

I was very intruiged by this article that I found online. Here's the link to view it:

http://www.usafa.af.mil/jscope/JSCOPE06/Creely06.html

This link is helpful for anyone who has suffered or is suffering at Camp Geiger, N.C.

http://geigerseparations.blogspot.com/

Second Anniversary

2006-09-04T19:24:00.000-04:00

Jason Lee Pirro
12/17/78-07/15/04

Some people only dream of Angels...I hold one in my heart.

It matters not how long a star shines...What is remembered is
the brightness of its light.

July 15, 2006
Jason,

You've been gone for 2 years now and the missing you never goes away. You were the light of so many people's lives and our lives are not the same without you. My heart will never be the same.

I miss you and I love you so very much. Losing a child is the hardest thing for a parent to endure. What keeps me going is the bond that we share. The bond never dies and the love is eternal.....

Jason, you are the driving force behind "The Spark". You're guiding us every step of the way. I know that you are with me on this journey.

The memories shall sustain me for as long as I live. I know that I will see you again someday, then I'll be reunited with my son and see your beautiful smile, but until then Jason, you remain forever in my thoughts and in my heart always...

Love Always,
Mom
Vicki Van Horn

Memory

Memory is a form of immortality.
Those you remember never die.
They continue to walk and talk with you.
Their influence is with you always.

Wilford A. Peterson

First Anniversary

2006-09-04T19:21:00.000-04:00

In Memory of Jason Pirro

July 15, 2005
Jason,

Today is one of the hardest days of my life. The hardest day was when you were taken from us a year ago today. The sadness that exists in my heart is neverending. And the pain is just as bad as it was then. It is so hard to bear.

It still seems so unreal that you're gone. I just want you to walk through the door and I want to see your face. To lose a child is the worst kind of loss and the emptiness in my heart just aches for you.

I love you and miss you more than words can express. I know that you're with me, but I just wish that I could see you. You are loved and missed so very much. You will never be forgotten.

Jason, I know that you can't physically be here with us, but you're always with me-in my heart. The love will always keep us together, even though we are now worlds apart. A Mother's Love is an undying love, and not even death could separate our bond.

We love you and miss you. We'll always love you and miss you.

Love Always,

Mom & Gary

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July 15, 2005
Jason,

You've been gone a year today. The sadness is still as fresh as it was a year ago. I know life must carry on and people have carried on, but for those of us who were closest to you, we find that easier said than done.

I remember every single memory of you growing up and I cherish those memories more and more each day. I remember when you were a little boy, your Mom would say to you "Whose boy are you?" And you would say "Mommy, Daddy and Aunt Dee Dee." There is always going to be a part of my heart that belongs to you. And I am always going to miss you, because you were a very special person in my life and even though you are gone that is never going to change. Love never dies. And the bonds are forever as well.

Today is such a hard day. Here we have to go on with a regular routine and our hearts are filled with sorrow because you're not here with us. I know you exist elsewhere now, in peace and love. And although we can't see you, I know that you are always around us. You are watching over us. I am very comforted by that. But the sadness of missing you never goes away.

Megan misses you so much. You're always going to be her "Dude". She deals with her grief in a different way than I do. And of course today is a very hard day for your Mom, Gary, your wife and daughters. They miss you so very much and that never goes away. We'll never understand every aspect of life and death, but I do know that there is everlasting life where you are, and everywhere I go, everything I see, the sky, the sun, a rainbow, a bright star at night, everything I see-I think of you.

You are our Guardian Angel. We will miss you everyday for the rest of our lives. And we will love you forever. That will never die! You'll always be with us in our hearts. Always.

Love Always,
Aunt Dee Dee

Jason Pirro Photo Gallery 2

2006-09-04T19:16:00.000-04:00

Here are some photos of Jason and family members. He was an incredible man. We were blessed for having him in our lives.

Jason & Megan (Megan's 1st Birthday)

Jason & Megan 1992

Jason, Megan & Grandma 1992

Jason, Megan & Denise 1992

Jason Pirro Forever Loved and Remembered.

Jason Pirro Photo Gallery 1

2006-09-04T19:06:00.000-04:00

You'll never be forgotten.

Jason Pirro Forever Loved and Remembered

In Loving Memory of Jason Pirro. Our lives are not the same without you. We will cherish the memories of you always.

Justice For PFC Jason Pirro

2006-09-04T05:57:00.000-04:00

Jason Pirro USMC

This site is to seek justice for his death and to celebrate his life. Although he is gone, he'll always be loved and remembered.

Links to my other sites:

http://jasonpirrostory.wordpress.com/
http://myspace.com/deniseosbun
http://deniseosbunspeaks.blogspot.com/
http://jasonpirrojustice.blogspot.com/

Link to his Mom's site:

http://myspace.com/jasonpirro

Blog Sites:

http://blog.myspace.com/deniseosbun
http://blog.myspace.com/jasonpirro

Here's the link to my article about Jason that appeared on the enctoday.com site:

http://www.enctoday.com/onset?id=4096&template=article.html

Contact Us:

deeraymeg@gmail.com
or
sparkyvvh@yahoo.com

Jason Lee Pirro
December 17, 1978
July 15, 2004

There is a permanent online tribute to Jason at the legacy.com site. Below is the link to view his Guest Book:

http://legacy.com/PoconoRecord/Guestbook.asp?Page=Guestbook&PersonID=2433395