In Memory of Bernard Curtis Brown

R.I.P. Your life shouldn't've been taken at such a young age.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2010-07-04 ***

We were behind you today in traffic. In fact, Maria is driving, and we are behind you right now at 1638L29JAN2010 Just wanted to let you know that Curtis and your family are not forgotten.

*** Posted by Eddie and Maria on 2010-01-29 ***

You are still in my thoughts, Bernard.

*** Posted by melinda pickins on 2010-01-15 ***

Bernard Brown was a very special and important person to me. He didn't treat me that nice in school, but I forgive him for the way he treated me. But other than that, whenever I walked down the hallways, I used to peek in his classroom, and I would see him having a good old time. Every time I would see him, he had the biggest smile on his face. He was full of joy. It was a pleasure knowing Bernard. I had the biggest crush on him. I was devastated when I heard the news about him and Ms. Taylor. I didn't know what to do with myself. Ms. Taylor was a joyful person and always had a smile on her face every time I greeted her. I miss both of you so much, and I will keep praying for you and your families. I love you guys, and you will always be Leckies Angelic Heros. I cry every day because I miss you all so much. Much love, and you're all in my prayers and my heart.

*** Posted by Chambria Johnson on 2009-10-14 ***

I didn't know Bernard personally. I knew his dad. His dad and I were going through CPO initiation together. I have the program from his memorial service in my charge book box. Only another CPO would know what that means. I'm still saddened greatly by this. Rest in peace, Bernard Jr. And God bless you and your family, brother.

Mark

*** Posted by Mark T. on 2009-09-18 ***

We were neighbors living on the same street when that day took Bernard and several others from our housing area. I remember Bernard every year. With three children of my own, I mourn your loss but celebrate all that he added to the world and others in his short life.

*** Posted by Annie Tui on 2009-09-11 ***

It's been eight years, yet you and your fellow students and teachers are forever in my memory. I, too, teach. When I saw your pictures, when I heard your stories, that day—you could have been my students. I hope that God welcomed you all so fast you had no time to suffer, and I will always remember you, Rodney, Asia, and your teachers. I have to believe that there was a higher purpose served by your deaths that day. I remember your families and pray that God blesses them.

*** Posted by Cynthia on 2009-09-10 ***

I just learned about Curtis through the scholarship you set up in his honor. My heart breaks all over again. I will remember you in my thoughts and prayers, and I know that sweet child is in God's loving arms. You don't know me, but I want you to know that I am hugging you in my heart!

*** Posted by Kelli Massey on 2009-03-03 ***

Though I never knew Bernard, he will be in my thoughts always. God bless you, Bernard.

*** Posted by melinda pickins on 2008-09-20 ***

A beautiful little darling who I am sure brought his parents much joy. I feel the pain of their loss, as did the whole that day on September 11th. I am so so sorry for your loss. May Bernard rest in peace. God bless his family.

*** Posted by Leah Fraser on 2008-09-13 ***

This is just a prayer I say to keep me focused in this life I live, and I want to share it with my dear friends, the Browns. We will always keep you in our prayers and love you always:

O God, early in the morning I cry to you.
Help me to pray and gather my thoughts to you, I cannot do it alone.
In me it is dark, but with you there is light;
I am lonely, but you do not desert me;
My courage fails me, but with you there is help;
I am restless, but with you there is peace;
in me there is bitterness, but with you there is patience;
I do not understand your ways, but you know the way for me.
Father in Heaven praise and thanks be to you for the night’s rest,
Praise and thanks be to you for the new day.
Praise and thanks be to you for all your loving-kindness and faithfulness in my past life.
You have shown me so much goodness; let me also accept what is hard to bear from your hand.
You will not lay a heavier burden on me than I can carry.
You make all things serve for the best for your children.
Lord, whatever this day brings, your name be praised.

*** Posted by Allison Pickens on 2008-09-11 ***

Cupp and Rusty-
Our prayers are consistently with you. OJ (my oldest son) called me today and said that he wrote a short essay and included Rusty. He says he still remembers the times they spent together. ( He, CJ and Rusty). No one can ever say they truly understand how you both feel. But know that we do care and we share a small portion of your pain and sorrow. 
Blessings

*** Posted by Jonne~ Hardy-Johnson on 2008-09-11 ***

Its been 7 years, and on this day, I pray for you and your family. I remember how much Curtis loved his sister, Kortney, and how smart he was. He will never be forgotten in my heart.

*** Posted by Marquita Easter on 2008-09-11 ***

Senita and Rusty,
Please know that you all have consistently remained in the prayers of me and my family since that tragic day. It is said that time heals all wounds but I doubt the speaker of those words ever endured the pain that your family has.

I know it is the Grace and Goodness of God that has carried you through and will continue to carry you and your daughter through this. Your son is in heaven at the right side of God.

*** Posted by GiGi on 2008-09-11 ***

I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Mrs. Brown in Texas during the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), who set up the Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial NASA Space Camp Scholarship to honor his memories. My desire was to meet the parent of the wonderful young man, I did in July 2008. I continue to be amazed by your strength. On this day I ask God to shower you with many "Blessings of Comfort"

*** Posted by Vernell B. Kilpatrick, Fort Story, VA on 2008-09-11 ***

I have three boys, and my oldest was the same age when this happened. My heart goes out to you for what you went through, and the fear that you probably had. To your family, may God's grace surround you until you see your precious baby again.

*** Posted by c.nelson on 2008-09-11 ***

To the family of my second cousin Bernard Brown, be of good cheers for your son lived, loved, and left a legacy to remember. He was raising star in the field of education and he honored his mother and father by doing what was right.
Today I remember your pain, your challenges, and your determination to continue as a family.

But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

*** Posted by Dr. Junius Batten Pressey, Jr. on 2008-09-11 ***

I have an 8-year old son, I would be very heartbroken if something happened to him, as I know you are about Bernard. Just know that he is with God now doing greater work there for a better good down here. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

*** Posted by Kami on 2008-09-11 ***

God bless this child! He really had the face of an angel! His life was cut too short. In no way was its true value diminished. My heart goes out, after all these years, to his family and loved ones. Time doesn't totally rid us of pain; it only changes its focus. God bless all of you.

E Normandin (Boston)

*** Posted by Eliz Normandin on 2008-09-09 ***

I pray God will continue to bless your family. I keep you'll in my prayers.

*** Posted by flee823 on 2007-09-22 ***

As angels carried them to the sky... 3 mothers wept.
As God checked his book of life... 3 mothers wept.
As Gabriel opened the gates... 3 mothers wept.
6 years ago they left their mark... today 3 mothers wept.

Peace to our young ambassadors who were gone too soon:

Bernard Brown II, 11, Washington, D.C.
Asia Cottom, 11, Washington, D.C.
Rodney Dickens, 11, Washington, D.C.

You will not be forgotten....

*** Posted by Regina on 2007-09-11 ***

Gone but not forgotten....

*** Posted by Regina on 2007-09-11 ***

I can't stop crying looking at Bernard's picture and knowing he's gone. Rest in peace, little man.... See you in heaven.

*** Posted by Benjamin Burke on 2007-05-21 ***

Im very sorry. Your son is watching down on us. It was probably very hard on you when you hered your son was on that plan! Once again Im sorry!

*** Posted by Brianna on 2006-10-08 ***

God is holding little Bernard now in his arms. He is safe no none can hurt him. He will never suffer again. To his parents, I don't know how you can handle your grief. I am so so sorry..

*** Posted by Marianne on 2006-09-12 ***

Bernard was my classmate in sixth grade and every year around this time and every now and then... i feel very sad because I saw him a few days before and I asked him where was he going and he said I dont know and we just ran off and continued playing at recess not knowing that would be the last time I would see him... Bernard will always have a place in my heart and I love him and I Pray for this family... RIP

*** Posted by Che W on 2006-09-11 ***

It upsets me to hear that he died at such a young age and died so tragicly I never knew him but he will be in my thoughts and in my prayers and god bless his friends and family

*** Posted by Nikki on 2006-09-11 ***

I'm 12 years old and it really upsets me that someone so young that had alot of his life left to live died at such a young age and died so tragicly I never knew him but i'll pray for him every night he will be in my thoughts and my prayers and god bless your family and friends

*** Posted by Nikki on 2006-09-11 ***

When I hear a 11 Year old Boy Died It Breaks My HearT To No That He Had To Go Through Somthing So Terrible In His Life And At That Moment In His Life You Will Always Be In My Heart Evan Thoe I Never Knew Who You Were I'm a girl That is 13 Years old..Yould Be In My Heart For Ever and Ever....Much Love To Your Family Friends

*** Posted by Brittany Wells on 2006-09-09 ***

I was watching the documentary about the pentagon this evening and the story about Bernard Sr and Jr touched me so much. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am sorry for your loss. Know that this day will never be forgotten and neither will Bernard.

*** Posted by Michelle on 2006-09-04 ***

I would like to send my deepest sympathy to you and your husband and family, may god bless you, and just know your son is in good hands with are lord. god bless.

*** Posted by Elizabeth Perez on 2006-09-02 ***

Mr.& Mrs. Brown,
I just became aware of the loss of your son Bernard. I remember when he was born down in FL, like it was yesterday. My wife and I send our condolences.

Steve Schiffli-
QRC-

*** Posted by Steve Schiffli on 2006-04-08 ***

I HAVE A 11 YEAR OLD I FEEL SO BAD FOR YOU BUT I KNOW HE IS IN HEAVEN NOW A LITTLE ANGEL FOR SURE
    GOD BLESS

*** Posted by DAVE BURNS,FRASER MI. on 2006-02-01 ***

A heart so young lost, in a horrible tradity.  May your family be bless and hold you in there arms always.
            God bless young Angel.

*** Posted by Lakitha Townsend on 2006-01-31 ***

rest in peace, Bernard Curtis Brown

*** Posted by Denis on 2004-05-06 ***

May Bernard rest in peace ... god bless him

*** Posted by J2 on 2004-02-11 ***