From: Rena Vizenor

Mahnomen,  MN

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To Darren, Laurie & all of Sean's family. My heart is filled with sympathy for your entire family. In seeing Sean's picture, there is no doubt in mind that he was a spirited, enjoyable person and that he will be missed for time unmeasured. His smile says it all. Sincerely, Rena

From: Margot Simonson

Mahnomen,  MN

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Dear Darren, Laurie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. There is no greater pain than that of losing a son or daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May the loving memories of Sean fill your heart and heal your soul. Sincerely, Margot

From: Bruce Sund

Fargo,  nd

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Laurie and Darren, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your son. There can be nothing harder then to bury one of your children.But having said that you must have been very proud of Sean, he seemed like a great young man.I am sure you have many great memories.Hold on to them, and he will be with you always. Take care,Bruce Sund

From: Pam Johnson

Detroit Lakes,  MN

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Dear Darren, Lauri and family: I met Sean this spring and thoroughly enjoyed the visit. He was an exceptional person and you must be very proud of him. Although I cannot imagine what you are going through, I want you to know that we are praying for your family. We are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything please contact us. Our prayers are with you. Wally, Pam and Brooke Johnson.

From: leila ikeda

honolulu,  hawaii

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i am so sorry for the loss of your son. i met sean just a few months before he got deployed to iraq. Being with him was one of the most happiest moments in my life. He was able to make my heart smile as he did with everyone he came across. I can't imagine the pain you are enduring, but know that I am close. I will always love him.

From: Kara Mangum

Fairbanks,  Alaska

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I just wanted to say that im sorry for the loss of Your Son...I just found out a few days ago.(it is now jan.06) He and i were friends in Highschool when we lived on Fort Riley in Kansas. Im still in shock about this, and i just wanted to say God Bless, and Take Care. -kara

From: Christen Blunt-Huerter

Topeka,  Ks

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Dear Mr and Mrs Brooke, I am so sorry to hear about Sean. I will pray for your family and him. He was such a nice guy and he will be missed dearly. We went to school together and I watched Christine once for you guys when you still lived at Ft Riley, next to the Cardonas. My prayers are with you always and forever and again I am very sorry about the loss of Sean. Love, Christen

From: Melissa Murphy

Hampton,  VA

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To the Brooke Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sean was a friend of mine in Fort Riley, KS. Though we were only in Middle school Sean made a lasting impression on me with his 1000 kilowatt smile and compassionate soul. I have often wondered what he was doing, knowing of course it would be something amazing. You are in my heart and prayers. Melissa Murphy

From: Kristl

Akron,  PA

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Dear Mr. and Mrs. Brooke and family, My name is Kristl Molina, and I was a medic that worked alongside Sean at Schofield Bks, HI and overseas in Iraq. Since hearing about Sean's passing through a soldier that was in Sean's battalion, I've been wanting to tell you all about how I knew him to be, and the exceptional soldier, medic, and friend Sean was, and will always be remembered. I first met Sean at the Troop Medical Clinic on Schofield Bks. We were both on clinical rotation there, and from the very start, I sensed that he was very kind, genuine, and truly loved being a medic. We became friends and hung out from time to time, and went to the movies together. In Iraq, I was stationed with him for a period of time at FOB Gainesmill. He and then SPC Poston would stop by my aid station and visit us medics. Sean would chat with us, and share new skills he learned in providing medical care in the field. During my time at FOB Gainesmill, I truly saw the passion Sean had in caring for others as a medic and a soldier. Sean would often tell the other medics and I stories of his missions and patrols where he provided medical care to the Iraqi people, and bringing joy to an Iraqi child's day. One mission he told me about that has stuck with me is his attempts to save the life of an Iraqi girl with multiple gunshot wounds. There's no doubt, Sean had a big heart and compassion for others. One day he even brought an abandoned puppy to the aid station he found during one of his patrols. He knew we had a momma dog living there that had a litter of puppys, and he thought that maybe the one he found could be integrated into the pack. Sean was truly a special person, and I will never forget him! God bless you all and if you wish, please do not hesitate to email me at pennaquarius@msn.com. My prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Kristl Molina