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Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

lcweathersby — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:04:59 -0000

Strickland.....I only knew this man as Eich. He was truly a great friend to me. We spent many many out of work hours together. I knew him better than many people and grew to love him like a brother. I think ............know that all who have came across him have came to love him. Eich was very very colorful, with one of the biggest hearts I have ever seen. A great friend, a Wonderful Corpsman, a good son, an honest man. The clubs we have been to together, the friends we have made together, eating, dancing, laughing, work. You will be missed and will always be remembered as a great sailor to me, a friend, and apart of my family. I Love You and you will NEVER be forgotten!

HM2 (FMF) Weathersby, Lc

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Derek A. Van Tuyl — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 22:28:36 -0000

I had the honor of working next to Strickland at FB Morales-Frazier in Afghanistan. As the 1 year anniversary of his death draws closer the bracelet on my wrist reminds me of what Sailors, Marines and Soldiers lost the fateful day. My fondest memory of Strickland is from the night that one of my Army buddies was injured and when I came back the the Aid Station at Morales-Frazier he was there waiting to assist in further treatment of my friend. He was a damn good Corpsman! After the evacuation was complete and were collecting up my injured friend's gear, Strickland turned to me and asked if I was okay and if there was anything he could do to make things better. He also told me what a great job I had done before getting to the Aid Station. He was a light on such a dark night for me! I will never forget that night as long as I live. He was such a smart, funny and compassionate young man. He always knew how to make people laugh and smile and he was excellent at his job. He was always learning things from us Army Medics that weren't taught in his Corpsman training. He was always trying to better himself and striving to be the best Corpsman.
You will never be forgotten!

SPC Derek A. Van Tuyl
US Army
Combat Medic
101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

B_LeBeauUSMC2007 — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 04:35:51 -0000

[to my beloved brotherbear]
*Strick... on the one year memorial; 9-9-09, i will be traveling home from Cali. I will be spending precious moments with my family, before i punch out to go find Camp BlackHorse, the last place you were. I am on a *mission* in honor of you, my Dearest pet. I finally met Ruben, too. And I saw the tatoo in honor of you, on his back. He also gave me the only thing he could keep from your gear; your desert nametapes. :( my heart tweaked. Wow, everytime i think of you, the memories from Iwakuni are fresh. I love you always. My number one BFFF(bestf*ckenfriendforever!) :)

Becki

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

duke_626 — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 22:30:01 -0000

RIP Doc
Blackhorse was never the same after that day.
-Duke

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Austin Evers HM3(FMF) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 23:32:21 -0000

Everytime I look at my wrist i remember you, and all the times we had buddy. Your sense of humor was off the charts. I pray for you quite a lot. I'll never forget the day when i was deployed and my chief pulled me from lunch and told me the worst news ever. 1 year is coming up soon since we lost you friend. Thanks for watching over all of us. I'll never forget you. Thanks for all the laughs. R.I.P.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

mark copeland — Thu, 28 May 2009 22:39:37 -0000

God bless you HM3 Strickland, i hope you travel well.

-HN copeland
tpc boone clinic. Norfolk,VA

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Dana Schaller, HM1 USN — Thu, 28 May 2009 12:08:50 -0000

I was one of HM3 Stricklands instructors in Hospital Corps "A" School. It breaks my heart to know that one of the young men that I trained gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country. He was a wonderful person and a Great Hospital Corpsman. He will be missed. God Bless him and his family

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Jimmy D. Guidry — Fri, 15 May 2009 15:21:23 -0000

I did pre-deployment workups with HM3 Strickland and I have to say he was one of the best corpsman I had the opportunity to work alongside with. HM3 Strickland, no matter how bad the situation was, could always bring a smile to my face. No matter if it was something big or the smallest thing "Strick" always had something smart elic to say about it that would just make everything seem like it was ok. Everyday I live my life, when something goes wrong or doesn't go the way I would like, I think about what Strickland would say in this situation and I find myself forgetting about everything and ending up with a smirk on my face. HM3 Strickland will always be missed. He was a great corpsman but on top of everything he was a great friend.

HM3 (FMF) Guidry, Jimmy D.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

hya — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:14:12 -0000

ading ko i really miss u so much, everytime i think of you i get a tears on my eyes can't stop them falling, everyday i wake up in the morning i look on my side table and see the frame with our photo together ,starring and touching your smiley face, i close my eyes feelin' your presence i know your watching me, i believe your happy now with God... i love you!!!

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Corpsman Kanode — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:36:55 -0000

HM3 Strickland was stationed here in Iwakuni Japan with me before leaving for Afganistan. He left behind many good memories of himself. Just yesterday all of us Corpsman brought up a story of him that made us all laugh. We miss you Strickland!!

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

David Moronez — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:38:53 -0000

I was stationed in Iwakuni with Strickland. I was changing duty stations when he left for training. He was a great doc, and an outstanding person. He had a huge heart. He didn't have to go to Afghanistan, but he extended because he wanted to help. It's very sad that he's gone now.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Tiffany Haugan — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:03:51 -0000

I was Strickland's Adj in Corps school and miss him greatly! He could cheer up anyone and he will be greatly missed. I am also sad that I didn't make it to Hawaii to visit when he asked.

HM2 Tiffany Haugan

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

hya — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:30:03 -0000

ading ko, you we're such a wonderful, caring, amazing and incredible man. you're great memories will linger us forever. we are so proud of you and we love you very very much!

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

hya — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:18:54 -0000

eichmann ading ko, you will always be our little "brother" you will always be in our hearts, we love you so much and we will miss you forever, we just dont know how and when we can accept the reality that you're gone forever and we never gonna see you again it's really breaks our hearts of losing you! we really love you!

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Kristy — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:14:29 -0000

Eicky, I keep thinking that one day I will wake up and you will still be here. I miss you so much. I was watching Iron Man tonight and I almost lost it in the 1st few minutes. I keep hoping that you are going to call me anyday with your random phone call! Sadly, I know you aren't coming back. I know you are watching over us now. I love you buddy. Keep smiling down on us.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Sheena Marie — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:57:27 -0000

Eicky-
You and I have known each other since 3rd grade. We've been through alot, and spent numerous late hours spilling our guts to each other! You are the only person I would answer my phone for at 2am, and those conversations were always the best. I miss you so much, and I know there are many others who feel the same. You were a true friend, and an amazing inspiration. Your smile was the best, and you will always have a place in my heart. I hope Kong is up there with you! Thank you for everything you've done for me, and for making the ultimate sacrifice.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

LT Willis — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 18:40:04 -0000

Wow, I am very sadden to hear of the news of Hm3 Strickland. he was one of my first corpsman on 8-South at NHCP. I can remember when he bought his first car the Honda civic. He made everyone smiled and touched the heart of all that he worked. He will be truely missed.

LT wILLIS

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

LCDR Wendy Schofer — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 14:37:17 -0000

Strickland Family,
I am so saddened to hear of HM3's passing. We worked together at NHCP -- then-HN Strickland stood out as a hard-working, enthusiastic, genuinely fun person. I am sorry about the loss for all, but I do hope that the stories and memories that others share will help with the burden of grief right now. His memory lives on.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Robert Burgess — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:16:30 -0000

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of HM3 Strickland. I too am a combat advisor, but in Iraq. The mission he had, is still the most important that our soldiers, sailors, and marines face as we fight this war against terror and islamic extremism. He will be greatly missed, and his great efforts can't be replaced.

Major Robert Burgess
3-7-2 NPTT

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

HM3 Joseph Smith — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:45:52 -0000

Stricky, I miss you so much. I was so worried for months, since May. That was the last time i talked to you. And now, my worry is a reality. I wish i was there to help you. I miss you so much. I feel so lost, sad, and empty. I know you are here now, you'll forever be in my heart. Thank you for a great 4 1/2 Best-Friendship. I promise to help take care of your mom. I will never forget the times we spent together in Chicago, California, and Japan. I love you and i will always honor you!

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Tara Ducoing — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:30:47 -0000

Strickland,
I was shocked to hear of your passing today. My name is Tara Ducoing , I am a nurse who worked with Strickland for a year on the pediatric ward at NHCP. He always said I was his mentor, and when he left Camp Pendleton he thanked me for teaching him everything there was to know about babies! I told him that this was just the start of his career and that he would be doing bigger and better things one day. Obviously, he did, right until the end. I worked the day shift and the first thing I would notice about him was his big pearly white smile, it always started my day off great. During the day, we would laugh about everything and anything, and then when it was time to work I could always count on him 100%, I can still vividly remember how nervous he looked when I first taught him how to hold a newborn, and change their diaper, and take their vitals, when he first got there, and after not too long he was an old pro. The really cool thing about Stickland was that once you were his friend, you were a friend for life. I recieved some emails from him from Japan and he even called me a few times from Japan, he called me right before he deployed and was excited about going, and I wished him well.
Strickland, I will always remember you, and everytime I am in Toronto (which is where I am from) I will always remember you telling me that we should fly out together so you can visit your cousins. When I am there I am going to think of you with a smile, and say a prayer for your family for this very sad loss.
I'll miss you, my friend.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

aldrich — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 07:53:54 -0000

kuya saan kaman naroroon mamimiss ka namin saan da kantu malipan uray intun kaanuman we love you so much kuya ang bait mo talaga wala kang katulad

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

Melissa Garcia — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 22:03:43 -0000

I worked with Strickland at Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital. My name is HM3 Melissa Garcia. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever met. He was a very genuine friend that would always listen when you needed him to. He was so much fun to work with, and I am shocked about his passing. My thoughts and prayers goes out to his family. He was a wonderful person, and he will truely be missed

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

HM3_Warden — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:33:28 -0000

I first met Eich when we began training for the mission in Afghanistan. I was the senior corpsman for the team, and the only HM3 at that. When Eich picked up 3rd we all celebrated like any other sailor would. We become close friends and teammates through the rigorous training. There were many times when the stresses of being the senior person overwhelmed me, and Strickland would always be there to cheer me up or help me out. I saw him grow ten fold while we went through training. The stories I have of him could make up a novel, but to be blunt he was the greatest person I believe I've ever met. His smile and corkyness could bring you outta the deepest slumber. I'll always remember you Eich as an amazing teammate, friend, but over all person. khudaa Hafiz.

Re: HM3 Eichmann A. Strickland, KIA 09 SEPT 2008, AFGHANISTAN

tcarbullido — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 08:38:04 -0000

To The Family of HM3 Eichmann Strickland,

We are the family of HM2(FMF) Anthony Mark Carbullido, also KIA 8/08/08 in Afghanistan. We send our condolences to your family at this deepest time of sorrow of the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our sons are buddies in heaven now, they are our angels, and angels for all those men and women in uniform, fighting for our freedom. They will never be forgotten, but will continue to live in our hearts. Rest In Peace.