william you are a hero!! THANK YOU / Fran Gates Wife Of Angel Dave (friend)
A Coral Rose / Lauren (Your Wife ) A Coral Rose for you my dear Billiam...once only meaning a simple flower but now it stands for the eternal love I hold for you in my heart! Thank you for blessing me with a love full of memories! One year ago, our last hug before you left for Iraq; almost two months later, you went to heaven. What I wouldn't give to be held in your arms again...you made my life wonderful! "Some love lasts a lifetime; True Love lasts FOREVER." I hope you're enjoying taking beautiful pictures in Heaven, We all miss you a BERZILLON TONS!!! :)
Love Always, Lauren
Truly a hero! / Sheryl R. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please know, so many Americans are thankful for our men and women in uniform AND for their families and for their sacrifices. In addition to being sorry for your loss, I'm sorry for those who hurl cruel words and who seem to get the limelight rather than those like your husband/son/brother who truly deserve recognition. May God hold you in His loving care.
God Bless Sgt. William Meeuwsen / Teri Drebit (Angel Mom Of Jaime) (somone who cares )
I just want to say how sorry I am for the loss of William, a true American hero. Praying for your family to find some comfort and peace during the difficult times. William left behind a thousand moments and memories that will live in the hearts of all who love him forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lauren, Thank you for your beautiful words... and for visiting Dante's website... it is so very hard to lose the ones we cherish and love the most in this world.. I wish I had magic words for you that could heal your suffering but we both know that is not possible. All I can say is that I pray we will all be reunited with the ones we love someday.. and until then may their precious memories light up our lives. Your husband is a hero, I admire is courage may God bless all our hero's.
Take care of yourself and know that you will always have a memorial friend in me!
Hugs, Iris sister to hero Dante Perales
I salute You Sir ! / Joe Rhodes's Wife Craig Sehon's Mom (vistor)
Death of a loved one in our journey upon this earth is not easy. And the next step into the journey without our loved one is even harder. As American citizen, let me Salute your husband, son, friend, for the cause of liberty that he died for: I thank you William Meeuwsen for dying for our freedom and another nation's freedom. You have accomplished your mission upon this earth and as the saying says, "Day is Done". I pray peace and comfort from our Heavenly Father will reach down and sooth the broken hearts of those that loved you. You are now in the next step our mankind's journey ~ You made it before we did ~ Now you are a Soldier for the LORD~ I Salute YOU
Just a little something for you... / Judy King (passerby)
There is someone who misses you sadly, And finds the time long since you went, There is someone who thinks of you always, And tries to be brave and content. Gone is the face she loved so dear, Silent the voice she loved to hear; O'Tis sad, but true, we wonder why, The best are always the first to die.
God bless this dear Hero... / Darla Parks (Passerby)
I just wanted to let the family know how sorry I am about your dear son...He is a real hero to our Country and he will be remembered...I dont have words to take your hurt away but, all I know to help is just hold tight to what the bible saids..The Lord tells us he will be with us and carry us thru....He will...My daughter also served in the US Army and she loved it...At the memorial at her unit they informed me that she also was to go to Iraq in January but, she had not reseaved her orders..She never knew it....My heart broke when I read the story on your cover page about you son...You have alot to be proud of in him...I didnt know your son but, one thing the Military does believe in is that we all are Family and we stick by each other...And they really do...I will remember your family in my prayers each day and I will ask the good Lord to really help you thru....William is probably in heaven doing drills with all the other soldiers that served on earth....I know my Buffy really believed in keeping people active in their exercise...He would be proud to know he is loved so much that you shared his story to others to let everyone know to remember our soldiers in prayer and their families....A SOLUTE TO SGT. MEEUWSEN...God bless you all...Darla another mommy of a soldier fallen...Elizabeth "Buffy"Miller
Bill/ Katie Dunn (Best Friend )
What can be said about Bill? A million things will be remembered, a zillion things will said, and a gazillion things will make one cry when Bill comes to mind. I've known Bill since my sophmore year, his junior year in high school. He was always a person I could turn to, even when I had no clue why I was stressed out. We use to talk on the phone for hours at a time, keeping each other awake with our stories and gossip. He cracked me up, I could never not laugh being around him. I remember being the only girl around and Bill making sure the guys didnt leave me out. He treated me like a little sister, and a friend. Bill I could go on and on forever about him, why would I not want to? He is my best friend and I have not forgotten him. I NEVER WILL!!! Lauren I know Bill loves you, and I pray that you knowing his deep true love for you helps on the rough days. You are a strong woman, if you need anything call me. ~K Close
IM SO HONORED.............-.. / CHRIS BRAD EVANS MOM Read >>
IM SO HONORED.............-.. / CHRIS BRAD EVANS MOM I AM SO HONORED AND HUMBLED FOR WHAT U GAVE FOR ME, MY FAMILY, AND AMERICA WILLIAM. YOU WILL BE FOREVER IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOUR LOVING FAMILY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO THEM ALL. THANK-YOU. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. YOU ARE NOW A HERO IN GODS ARMY. Close
In Memory of a True American Hero / Garnet Jenkins (Just Passing by... )Read >>
In Memory of a True American Hero / Garnet Jenkins (Just Passing by... )
It is approaching the first anniversary of the day William gave his life for our country and for freedom. There will never be enough words to thank these young heros for their courage, service and dedication. Please know that I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son. As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly, and as a sister, who has lost a brother to war, I am aware of the deep and devastating pain, that a loss such as this brings. The overwhelming heartache seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes. Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
Ever so softly and slowly, time does heal.
May your Fine Young Soldier, Rest Safely, in the Loving Care of God and know that he WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I pray that God's Comfort and Grace will continue to be with you and your family. I am the sister, of such a Young Hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"Surely He hath borne our grief, and carried our sorrow." Isaiah 53:4
With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on. You are in my prayers. Close
a true american hero ~ you are / Donna Medeiros (visitor~daughter of ruth hobbs )Read >>
a true american hero ~ you are / Donna Medeiros (visitor~daughter of ruth hobbs )
Hi Bill, I saw your wifes posting and I can't imagine the pain of losing a husband especially one at your age, you are the same age as my daughter my heart goes out to all your friends and family and I know my mom is surrounded by the Greatest American Heros. Thank you for defending our country and trying to make a better future for all.
sympathies/ Sylvia Spencer (no relation )
Just wanted to express my sympathies to you and his family. My heart breaks that he was taken so young, so soon. God bless you and comfort you. He truly is a hero and will live forever in your heart. Close
An Unforgettable Man / Nathan &. Celena Ohley (Friend)Read >>
An Unforgettable Man / Nathan &. Celena Ohley (Friend) To Bill's lovely Wife Lauren & Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are always with you all. My family will miss seeing his smile, hearing his laugh, and his caring way. He was a wonderful human being and we we're blessed by God to have known this remarkable Man who has touched our lives forever. We will always remember and honor him!Close
My last memory of Bill / Jennifer Oakleaf (friend)Read >>
My last memory of Bill / Jennifer Oakleaf (friend)
The last day I saw Bill we were at the zoo. Bill and Lauren and her friend were late geting there, so by the time they caught up with us, we were nearly through. So there wasn't too much time to soke up Bill's crazy grin and laughter. And sadly enough, the time spent that day doesn't yield any specific wonderful moments like you would hope a last memory would. But along the way Jory picked up a bamboo stick and we stuck it in the pocket of his stroller. For some reason we never threw it away. And now that bamboo serves as a funny little reminder of the last day I saw Bill. I see it in the stroller every once in a while and sometimes I laugh and sometimes I cry. But I am so thankful for that stick - it had nothing to do with Bill the day Jory picked it up, but today it has everything to do with him, and I will never throw it away. Though the times I spent with Bill were few, they were enough to know and love him, and I am thankful for every moment I was graced with his company; but even more I am so thankful for the times he spent with my brother. Joe always wanted a brother, and though it took him years to find one, he did find one in Bill. And I know they will be together again one sweet day. My prayers are with Bill's family every day and night. God Bless. Close
I AM SO GLAD YOU WERE BRANDON'S BEST FRIEND! / ROSA MAHAND (MOTHER OF ONE OF HIS BEST FRIENDS )Read >>
I AM SO GLAD YOU WERE BRANDON'S BEST FRIEND! / ROSA MAHAND (MOTHER OF ONE OF HIS BEST FRIENDS )
Dear Bill when you visited my son, you visited me. You paid me respect, you felt at home. You had a good heart. You were easy to know and I was so glad you were my Brandon's best friend.
I thank God for you and always will. I am so glad to know your sweet family and how they made me their friend.
I know that when the roll is called up yonder, I will be there and so will your dear Friends. My Barrett, My Brandon and My Bronson had tears of sadness upon your departure from this world but thanks be to God and our Lord Jesus Christ that some day we will all be united again.
Living in Your Memories / Sarah Roy (Best Friend )
Bill, Bill, Bill… Oh the good times were so good. I still remember how it felt to spend weekends with you after you had joined the Army. How it felt to just enjoy each other’s company and put everything else aside and smile for days straight. I still remember everything. But I just can’t grasp fully that you are gone. I cry in the silence when I remember again that you are not there for me to call or read one of my millions of letters I wrote you. I know you don’t want me to be sad, I know you loved your life and want me to celebrate you…but it’s so hard Billy. You’re impact on my life defines me in so many ways. I find pieces of your heart are still intertwined in mine. And I pray that I will always carry you with me. People at work do not understand how I cannot just leave the stray dogs be when they are running around the dangerous construction site or why I made the stray kitten part of my family. They don’t understand why I have to help, why I need to help…but you always knew the importance of helping the creatures who can’t help themselves. In our last phone conversation you let me know how happy you were that I adopted Dakota…you have no idea how wonderful that was for me to hear. At work, I have a picture up of you and I in your parent’s house over Christmas many years back…we both have huge goofy grins and I can’t help but smile back at it. I love telling stories about you and our crazy times...man they were great. I treasure the relationships that you help me build…Joe and Tiffany, your family and even though you have never met him, you helped me let Kyle in my world. You got me though all the storms in college, you did not allow me to give up, you found a way to carry me when my strength was gone and you never let me forget that I could do anything I wanted. You believed in my dreams. Yes, it is a lot of randomness but so are our lives. It is the very little things in life that are defining...Billy we captured the essence of what it is like to be the best of friends and what it is like to love with out limits. Thank you Billy, thank you for everything. You were my hero even before you gave your life to save a fellow friend. I will never forget you and I cannott wait to see you again. I miss you. Love, Sarah
Wonderful memorial / Yolonda (Candy) Stephens (1SG Stephens' wife )
Lauren and family: You all are in our thoughts and prayers! This memorial is wonderful. Close
I finally went on base / Tiffany Foutty
I went on base for the first time two days ago. I had to go in Gate 1, which runs right beside the golf course. And as my luck would have it the building I needed to go into was right beside the hole where you almost hit the car. I laughed hysterically the day it happened and I cried as I drove by. I don't know if I will ever be able to go golfing with Joe at Ft. Campbell again. You were the one who I could beat, you were the one who would drive me two holes away from where we were so I could go to the bathroom, and you and Joe together where the two big kids I always had to watch and yell at. I look forward to a time when we can all be together again. Thank you for everything you gave Joe and I. You gave us a sense of family in the Army, and that's hard to find. We both are better people for having known you. We love you and miss you, but will never forget you! Close
Tributes and Condolences
A Coral Rose for you my dear Billiam...once only meaning a simple flower but now it stands for the eternal love I hold for you in my heart! Thank you for blessing me with a love full of memories! One year ago, our last hug before you left for Iraq; almost two months later, you went to heaven. What I wouldn't give to be held in your arms again...you made my life wonderful! "Some love lasts a lifetime; True Love lasts FOREVER." I hope you're enjoying taking beautiful pictures in Heaven, We all miss you a BERZILLON TONS!!! :)
I just wanted to let the family know how sorry I am about your dear son...He is a real hero to our Country and he will be remembered...I dont have words to take your hurt away but, all I know to help is just hold tight to what the bible saids..The Lord tells us he will be with us and carry us thru....He will...My daughter also served in the US Army and she loved it...At the memorial at her unit they informed me that she also was to go to Iraq in January but, she had not reseaved her orders..She never knew it....My heart broke when I read the story on your cover page about you son...You have alot to be proud of in him...I didnt know your son but, one thing the Military does believe in is that we all are Family and we stick by each other...And they really do...I will remember your family in my prayers each day and I will ask the good Lord to really help you thru....William is probably in heaven doing drills with all the other soldiers that served on earth....I know my Buffy really believed in keeping people active in their exercise...He would be proud to know he is loved so much that you shared his story to others to let everyone know to remember our soldiers in prayer and their families....A SOLUTE TO SGT. MEEUWSEN...God bless you all...Darla another mommy of a soldier fallen...Elizabeth "Buffy"Miller
Add to favorites 
