| Location | Ipswich, Suffolk |
| Age | 19 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 2/1988 |
| Date of Death | 8/2007 |
| Visitors | 13,721 since 28/11/2007 |
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My brave son Aaron was killed while on duty in Afghanistan on 23rd August 2007. He was a soldier in
the Royal Anglians, B company who had become his second family.
During serious contact with the enemy, Aaron along with two of his close friends, Robert Foster
and John Thrumble, were killed in a bomb attack, a 'friendly fire' incident. Aaron was only 19,
hadn't been Passed Out a year before his life was taken from him...just as he had only started to
enjoy life and map his future out.
Aaron was born and brought up in Ipswich along side me, and his 3 younger brothers, Lewis 18, Daniel
16 and Ryan 12. He was a very quite and serious lad who knew what he wanted out of life.....a career
in the army became his focus, starting when he joined the cadets aged 15. By just after his 18th
birthday, he was saying goodbye at Ipswich station to start his journey through the army in
Catterick. through 6 months of training that he sailed through due to the fact that he was a total
fitness fanatic, and health devotee, we stood so proudly at Catterick and watched him Pass Out on
October 6th 2006. No one could have cried more tears of pride and happiness as I did that whole day.
He stood as proud and as handsome in his uniform, marched up to collect his 'Best PT' award, as we
cheered and clapped through tears and joy. My son, the soldier, my hero, my world.....we were told
that day, that in April 07 Aaron would be heading out to Afghanistan. The fear never left my heart,
and the anxiety so deep and strong but i never thought i'd lose my son.
Aaron was the most remarkable son, brother, grandson, nephew and best friend. He never hurt anyone
and hated to see anyone being hurt in any way at all. Always there by your side in a heartbeat for
me and his brothers if we needed him. Aaron would go out of his way to help anyone, without a doubt.
He fought and bickered with his brothers, as all close knit siblings do, but he always kept them
under his wing, as he did with me. Words just cannot express how much Aaron means to me and all his
family, there are not enough words to express the devastation we all feel now and forever about
losing Aaron. It's just unbearable.
The one comfort we feel in a very small way, is that Aaron was doing the job he loved so much,
he was around his second family, his 'brothers in arms', but he should never have been taken the way
he was.
I know he is up there looking down on us, protecting us and hearing our prayers every night. I
know he is up there with many brave hero soldiers now, all looking after each other.
You're an angel in heaven now son.....I love you so much and will miss you everyday until it is my
turn to join you.
MUM xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
I would just like to say a huge thank you to every last one that has lit a candle for Aaron and left
your beautiful messages of condolance to us all. All your messages give us that little bit of
strength and hope that through all the pain, sadness, and feelings of hopelessness, that we will one
day see that light at the end of the tunnel. The empty hole in our hearts will never be filled
again, only Aaron can fill that blank..but coming here brings some kind of comfort to us. Our hearts
are with every one who has lost something so precious as we have........Aarons mum, Lorraine
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INTO THE WEST.........
Lay down, your sweet and weary head,
Night is falling, you've come to journeys end,
Sleep now, and dream of the ones who came before,
They are calling,
From across a distant shore.
Why do you weep?
What are these tears upon your face?
Soon you will see,
All of your fears will pass away.
Safe in my arms, you're only sleeping.
What can you see, on the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea, a pale moon rises,
The ships have come, to carry you home.
And all will turn to silver glass,
A light on the water
All souls pass.
Hope fades, into the world of night,
Through shadows falling,
Out of memory and time.
Don't say, we have come now to the end,
White shores are calling,
You and I will meet again.
And you'll be here in my arms, just sleeping.
What can you see, on the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea, a pale moon rises,
The ships have come, to carry you home.
And all will turn, to silver glass
A light on the water, grey ships pass
Into the West.......................
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Please go and have a quick look at the slideshow my niece Kirsty has made for Aaron........she
has done Aaron and the whole family very proud as she has made a few of them now.
http://bebo.com/watch/5387684690
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They shall grow not old,
As we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them,
Nor the years condemn,
At the going down of the sun
And in the morning
We will remember them.
-- Laurence Binyon (1869-1943)
God bless your family x
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TO LOSE SOMEONE CLOSE
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♥ To lose someone you love is hard to bear
To lose your child is beyond compare
Whether the child is a daughter or son
Each one of them is a precious one ♥
♥ Your children can never be replaced
Every one of them has their own special place
Your heart is heavy it feels like lead
You don’t want to believe your child is dead ♥
♥ You don’t think the pain will ever go away
No matter what other people may say
No one knows just what to say to you
You need their help to see you through ♥
♥ Life it seems so unfair
You wish your child could still be there
Your memories fill your heart and head
You remember all the things they said ♥
♥ Life is for living and you must go on
You pretend each day they have not gone
Until you meet them once again
You will learn to live through this terrible pain ♥
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What a wonderful tribute to your son. I can relate to closely as I lost my brother same month and year. Thinking of you and Aaron.
THE FINAL INSPECTION
The soldier stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, you soldier,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, you soldier,
You've borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."
still missed by so many
Aaron,firstly i hope you are well and safe and sending your love down to your Dear Mum and Brothers. Wrap those big strong arms of your's around each and every one of them and keep them safe.
Secondly i must apologise to you,am sorry m8 i should have been here yesterday but av not spoken to your mum for a while and did'nt realise the significance or the importance of yesterday my apologies Aaron.
Hope you and the lads are keeping fit and looking after yourself up there but also finding the time to enjoy yourselfs. I also hope that from time to time you still see my Jade as i am sure she will be keeping a close eye on you all !!
Take care Aaron,stay safe and keep at your mum's side ,keep her strong . love n hug's xxxxx jim
Alrewas
Hiya gorgeous, hope you are ok, did you come to Alrewas with us today,isn't it a fantastic place Aaron. The wall with all your names on it is enormous, but unfortunately there are still lots of empty spaces for more of you brave soldiers. Please say Happy Birthday to Grandad and give him a big hug from me, I still miss him so much too. Strange it might be but we went to the Far East POW part of the memorial, and left a cross for Grandad, and it seemed so funny that today was also his birthday, it made me cry when i saw what those poor POW went through and grandad was a japanese POW, they were so cruel. Bless you Dad, love you so much, and you too Mum, will you tell them for me Aaron, but I am sure they know. I went with your mum and uncle allan, it was a long trek, but really worthit. We also saw Paul's tree, and mum is looking into getting one for you too, well, you deserve it my darling.
Anyway, I am shattered,it has been a long emotional day and i am ready for bed. Take care darling, always stay close by, boy boy,love you so very much. Always in my heart. xxxx
always and forever in my thoughts
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Im sorry my messages are not as often but im having terrible trouble with my internet.My thoughts are always with you Love Violet xxx
Hello Boy Boy
Hiya Aaron, just got back from your garden with Grandad Frank, it is looking rally nice. Just wish we didn't have to go though, having you with us would be so much better. We are hoping to go to Alrewas on Monday next week to visit the memorial that has been set up for all the brave soldiers who died for us since the 2nd world war, ( or is it the 1st) not sure but will let you know when we have been, I know your name is there, along with Rob & John and all the other soldiers from this horrible war that took you all. Time is not making it any easier for any of us Aaron, it still sometimes seems like a bad dream, and I want it to end, but deep down I know it's not.Miss you so much my darling, and will always love you , you will always have a huge piece of my heart. Hope you are safe and happy my handsome, beautiful boy boy. Lots of love forever, Nanny xxxxx
In your home there are photo's
of a face more precious than gold
and to those who love and lost you
your memory will never grow old
Everyday they look at your photo's
at your face so loving and true
no wonder their heart is breaking
losing someone as precious as you
But each day you walk beside them
and when their life is through
I pray that god will take their hand
and lead them straight to you
God Bless Sweet Angel xxxxxxxx
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