19 Responses to “Lance Cpl. Travis Nelson Arrives At Pensacola NAS”

1. Bill M on August 26th, 2011 11:23 am

   I work just off “W” Street and was totally in awe at the procession of vehicles that passed our business! Absolutley a “Hero’s Welcome Home”! My prayers go out to the family and friends, but know he is at peace! God has another strong Marine to help him in heaven!

2. Carolyn Alexander on August 25th, 2011 9:52 am

   May God keep you all in his tender loving care as only he can! We all thank Travis for his servent’s heart. We will keep you all in our prayers and thoughts. We found out about Travis from our son Seth, they were in boot camp together . Seth called Travis a good friend! May God Bless, The Alexanders

3. Jane on August 25th, 2011 7:13 am

   I am glad to see all the support from the communities here for the family. I hope they will feel all the love they are being shown and the high regard that we hold for Lance Cpl. Nelson. I send them my deepest sympathy and honor the memory of him.

4. Carol Turk on August 24th, 2011 10:18 pm

   Today I had the honor and previlege to welcome home one of our young heros. It was so moving to see the support for this young man and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with LCPL Nelson and his family, May God bless you all for your sacrifice.

5. Stephanie on August 24th, 2011 8:28 pm

   It was so heartwarming to see motorcade this afternoon…didn’t know the family but my daughter goes to school with anna and i just wanted to send my prayers to the family in there time of need. R.I.P. Travis Nelson

6. Delaney on August 24th, 2011 7:12 pm

   I am praying for the Nelson family and also keeping them in my thoughts.

   R.I.P Travis Nelson

7. Courtney on August 24th, 2011 7:11 pm

   Praying for the family!

8. Natalie Phillips on August 24th, 2011 6:58 pm

   Becky and Anna, I am so sorry for your loss of your precious son and brother. I am forever greatful for the ultimate sacrifice he gave to protect our freedom. May God bless you and keep you. There are really no words to suffice or express my feelings. I am so very glad that I knew him.

9. BNC on August 24th, 2011 6:24 pm

   I was honored to stand at attention while this young man, his family and the Patriot Guard and police escorts passed by this afternoon on NAS Pensacola.

   Thank you Lance Corporal Nelson, you have served your country proudly.

   To the family……. Thank you for raising a great american who was willing to make the ultimate sacrifice.

   Be proud, Be strong!!!!

   My condolences for your loss.

10. lori shuman on August 24th, 2011 6:07 pm

    Welcome home Travis. It’s time to rest. My prayers are with your friends and family as they go through these hard time.

11. Clara Godwin on August 24th, 2011 6:07 pm

    Ann and Daniel Sanspree were friends of ours many years ago. We knew their children well. Becky, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these trying times. May God comfort you and Travis’s wife and family.

12. Jamie Garrett on August 24th, 2011 5:40 pm

    i was there was at ernest ward middle to day i am glad the teachers let us the (kids) go give our respect to the nelson’s my heart goes out to the nelson’s

13. bamamomof3 on August 24th, 2011 5:24 pm

    Thank you Lance Cpl. Nelson, for giving your life to protect us. We will forever be in your debt. And, thank you William for keeping us informed. I got to participate in watching the motorcade with my young boys and that wouldn’t have been possible without your updates. I am hoping that seeing the reality of how war ends sometimes will help me teach them the proper respect and awe at a soldier’s courage.

14. M. Jackson on August 24th, 2011 5:09 pm

    Thanks, William, for posting this event. My heart breaks for the family of LCpl Nelson, but how proud they must have been to see the outpouring of love and respect for this young man who gave his all.

15. EWMS STUDENT on August 24th, 2011 5:08 pm

    This was one of the sadest things ever! some people are so ungreatful for our freedom and people like Travis Nelson are willing to risk their life for us, I am so proud and thankful of him and all the other Military! As a 13 year old girl, I appreciate his sacrifice for my freedom!
    R.I.P. TRAVIS NELSON <3

16. Deda in Atmore on August 24th, 2011 5:05 pm

    Thank you NE and William for keeping us updated on the procession so we honor this brave young man and his family. It was very touching to see the patriotism that is still prevalent in our community.

17. Atmore G on August 24th, 2011 5:00 pm

    Motorcade just came into Atmore.. Glad so many people turned out to pay respects to this young hero.. Rest in peace Lcpl Travis Nelson..

18. KP on August 24th, 2011 4:33 pm

    Semper FI brother.

19. Rita Dagen on August 24th, 2011 4:27 pm

    This is so heartwrenching, but at the same time I’m so glad that Travis is being so well honored and cared for as he deserves to be.

    Austin, TX