In Memory of Edward Thomas Earhart

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I will never forget your Eddie! I think of you often. I didnt get to see you very often but I am so proud of you. Love you!

*** Posted by Susan Palmer on 2011-09-12 ***

It was a great honor to know Ed as my brother-in-law and best man at my wedding to his sister Andrea. I will never forget you, Ed.

*** Posted by Robert Stauter on 2011-09-12 ***

I was stationed with Ed at Naval Reserve Center,Lexington,KY.He was a fine sailor and friend. He was truly a hero and his hard work and dedication was a testament to who he was and he will always be remember as that leader.I think about all the good and kind things he did for me back in the 90s. I will never forget my friend and shipmate.His sacrifice shaped the careers of so many, I am indebted to the legacy he left us with and will always cherish his friend ship.
BMC (SCW) Raynold Morgan

*** Posted by BMC (SCW) Raynold Morgan on 2011-09-11 ***

I did not personally know this young man. I just know that he was from a town that is maybe 35 miles from me. My heart goes out to his family and his friends. Prayers be with them always. May God comfort his family and give them peace in there hearts, for that is where Edward lives now, his memory will always be there and in your minds...God bless you all!

*** Posted by Michelle Brown on 2011-09-11 ***

May the winds always be at your back and you sail upon calm waters! The family of Elvena Mabry McCabe.

*** Posted by Len McCabe on 2011-09-11 ***

Edward was a wonderful young man and cousin! I always loved his big smile, positive attitude and his playful jokes! I miss and love him lots! I will always cherish his memory and never forget that dreadful day of 09/11/2001.

*** Posted by Tammy Thomas on 2011-09-10 ***

I met Ed when we were in high school. He was always surrounded by friends- Everybody liked Ed! I was kind of a dorky kid, and he went out of his way to make me smile. He was the kind of person who genuinely cared about others and wanted everyone around him to be happy. Bless you and your family, Ed. You were (and are) one of the good ones.

*** Posted by Nicki (Sloan) Petronella on 2011-09-09 ***

A true hero and a promising young sailor who loved serving in the US Navy and being a "weather guesser." Was really upset by the news that he was one of the many killed in the attack on the Pentagon. R.I.P. shipmate!  We never forgot!

*** Posted by Thomas Gouin (AG2 Thomas Gouin) on 2011-05-04 ***

Reflecting on Ed's humor and caring personality and am thankful to have shared it. After the attacks my mother went through my old school notes and found a letter from Ed. He was such a funny yet compassionate person. RIP Ed!

*** Posted by Carrie Yarnell (Martin back then) on 2010-09-11 ***

I don't know if I met Ed or not. He probably went through Aerographers Mate training school at Keesler AFB, MS, when I was the Commanding Officer of the Marine Detachment there. I am sure we passed each other at some time or another there. One never knows what life has in store for us. He was serving his country. That blank check he wrote to his country was cashed on that terrible day. I salute him.

*** Posted by Bob Fields, Major, USMC (Retired) on 2010-09-09 ***

Ed is very special to me, having served with him at the Lexington Reserve Center ... always smiling, that Ed. I met with him at the Chinese restaurant on Main Street prior to his departure for the Pentagon. I, too, was assigned on ADSW orders during that time in El Salvador. Each year I have Chief Selects know who he is and what he has done for our country. He is an American hero to me, and I am very honored to have met and served with him.

*** Posted by LSCS Michael Mackin on 2010-07-25 ***

I don't remember Ed. He was married to my mother, and all she has ever told me is that he loved me very much.... The only thing I remember of Ed is that one night in Hawaii I was sick, and he stopped the car to take off his shirt and give it to me. He would give me the shirt off of his back, he cared that much. I love you, and wish I had the chance to know you like everyone else did.

All the love in my heart,
Kelsey

*** Posted by Kelsey Keeton on 2010-07-19 ***

My thoughts and prayers go out to Ed's family and friends today to ease the pain and suffering brought by the horrific attack that took place 8 years ago to this date. I was stationed with Ed in Pearl Harbor and he was a great man and friend. He always thought of others first and always offered a helping hand. He had great passion for his work and and I enjoyed learning from him. May you rest in peace, Ed.

*** Posted by Darin Droll on 2009-09-11 ***

There isn't a year that goes by that I don't think of Ed. We went to the same high school and I'm sad to say that I never got to know him. Somehow, that doesn't change the fact that I'll never forget him. I'll never forget the great loss, that was felt by all, when his name was announced. I'll never forget that day or the horrors of it.
If Ed's family sees this I want you to know that he is still in the hearts and minds of strangers as well as your own. I'm so sorry for your loss and you all will be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
**** ********
Morehead, KY

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

Although I did not know Ed personally, I am proud to know him through the NPMOC FCPOA's dedication to the memorial fund set up in his honor. My deepest condolences for you and your family. Quoted from the movie Simon Birch: "When someone you love dies, you don't lose them all at once." and "Into paradise ... may the angels ... lead you." You are in my prayers.

*** Posted by Anna on 2009-09-11 ***

I served with Ed when I was stationed in Pearl Harbor, HI. We became great friends. Ed was also my roommate for a while in a house shared by a few other friends that were made at NPMOC. I remember the day before he left to get stationed in the Pentagon. We went to the water park, and had a great time. He was a spectacular human being who cared for people like no one else I have ever come across. I am a teacher now and every year I share Ed's story and talk about the great person he was. I will never forget Ed and I will make sure every child I teach will never forget what happened on September 11th. I think about Ed's family every year on this day and I pray that they are comforted and blessed.

*** Posted by Brian Howells on 2009-09-11 ***

I am honored to have called you a friend. When we take the oath of service to our country, we know that there may be a time that we give the ultimate price. You were always willing to go the extra step and blaze the way with a smile and a helping hand. You are in my thoughts every day. I have only known a very few people that are of your equal. I hope that some day I may be thought of as one. Until we meet at the Fiddler's Green....

SFC Aaron W. Brown
USAR, 100th Div(OS)
"This We'll Defend"

*** Posted by SFC Aaron W. Brown on 2009-06-16 ***

We may have had our differences, but I never wanted to see you taken away! Ed was a GREAT son and brother! I will always remember you and that silly little smile you always had. Enjoy heaven, soldier!

*** Posted by D.J. on 2009-01-02 ***

I avoided the news yesterday. Avoided TV. Avoided everything. Each year, my heart breaks all over again, and I suffer the same pain and grief as I did seven years ago when your aunt answered an email I sent to you that simply said, "Are you OK?" You were one of the most amazing people I have ever been blessed to know. I still have your letters from Hawaii and postcards from Guam. I still have the little gifts you sent me. I can still see your smile. The sunrise has never been more beautiful than the ones I shared with you out to sea. I love you now, as I did then. I miss you. I am so blessed to have known you. And I hope to see you again some day. All of my love... xx

*** Posted by Karen on 2008-09-12 ***

I met Ed when he came to the USS Fletcher DD-992 for a 6 month deployment to the Persian Gulf with us. We worked together for 6 months and became friends. He was a good sailor. We will miss him.

*** Posted by QM2 Ryan Anton USN on 2008-09-12 ***

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