Comments on: Fallen Marine Travis Nelson’s Family Gives Back For Christmas

By: Diane Gallivan

Diane Gallivan — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 18:01:12 +0000

To the Nelson family: Becky, Scott & Anna and all the wonderful volunteers who gave so freely and lovingly with their time and energy to show the love of Christ to others on Christmas Day—Thank You! What a wonderful way to remember Travis and the sacrifice he made for our Country. Becky, I love you and your family is still in my prayers. Travis is looking down from Heaven and is so proud of all of you.

By: meemee

meemee — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 23:27:21 +0000

true meaning of christmas god bless this family thanks for caring lol…..

By: Billy Gates

Billy Gates — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 22:07:22 +0000

When Scott and Beckie had this idea, I thought is was such a great plan. Scott came to our last VFW meeting to present their family plans and asked for input from our post members to ID any that may need help. I task the Post chaplain to handle this request and he delivered the list to the Nelson family. Scott and Beckie thank you for your thoughtfulness. BGates

By: JUDY NELSON LACY

JUDY NELSON LACY — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:53:36 +0000

…@..Dawn and Nicholas…@..Chris and Paul Wenzel…It is truly people like you that gives the rest of us hope that people like you are still out there. I remember you all being there and feel bad that introductions were not properly made by me and my husband. I asked Beckie who you were and she said ” they didn’t know us” and came anyway to be a part of this. It is you who gave Scott, Beckie and Anna a real Christmas Gift. And of course many other family and friends who think we are the ones who received a Christmas Gift also…so everyone felt the warmth and love of Travis there with us. Looking forward to seeing you all next year. Have a safe and blessed New Year.

By: siobaun

siobaun — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 16:48:40 +0000

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

By: Char

Char — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:40:27 +0000

Every time this young mans name and family comes up I can’t post for
the tears in my eyes.

By: Chris & Paul Wenzel

Chris & Paul Wenzel — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 00:50:45 +0000

Just moving to Florida in Oct. We were not looking forward to Christmas this year without having family around. Then we saw your story, and offered to help. We delivered 14 meals to a apartment complex of elderly. We came home on such a high. We have never done anything like this before. It was wonderful. What you have started to honor your son is above anything I have known anyone to do. We will be back next year to help if you will have us. You are such a strong family. You might not feel like it at times but what you pulled off in a month was outstanding. It was so organized. What a honor to be part of it. I feel Travis is Smiling down on you and is so so Proud of what you have done in his name. God Bless

By: Swamp Willow

Swamp Willow — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:55:40 +0000

Wow…hearts born for service. What a tribute to Travis…it shows the good, nay, GREAT family from which he learned his desire to serve others. May God bless all of you and keep you safe, and may God’s Perpetual Light shine upon Travis.

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:49:05 +0000

Becky and Scott there should be more people like you .God Bless you and I am so sorry for your loss.What you are doing is really GREAT.If you will allow me to help you next year with the Christmas meals I make a mean carrot cake and I would like to donate as many as you need.
Carolyn

By: Kayla

Kayla — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 19:34:54 +0000

I am a student at Northview very active in the NJROTC unit, and this story really did break my heart and made me push more toward my goal to becoming a United States Marine, I had already signed up and started my paper work when this happen! This makes me push myself harder, because I shouldnt give up on myself!!! Motivate Motivate, Dedicate, Dedicate!!!!!!!!!!!!
SEMPER FI TRAVIS!!!!!!!!!!