California’s War Dead

    Casey Sheehan

    Casey Sheehan, 24

    Army, Specialist
    Baghdad (Sadr City), Iraq
    Gender: Male
    Hometown: Vacaville
    I know that when I get up to greet him, when it's my time, he's going to say, 'Good job, Mom.' He's not going to accuse me of dishonoring his memory
    — Cindy Sheehan, mother

    Since his death, Sheehan's mother, Cindy, has become the nation's most prominent anti-war activist. She demanded and received a private meeting with President Bush after setting up an anti-war protest camp near his ranch in Crawford, Texas. Sheehan's parents, high school sweethearts, divorced after he was killed.
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    Two memories of Casey Sheehan

    I know Casey through his mother and hearing of her loss.
    God bless you and thank you Casey. You would be proud of your mother. She stood up and made others recognize the true sacrifices that families of war dead bear.

    — Mark Buggy
    October 12, 2009 at 11 p.m.
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    I knew Casey when he lived in southern calif. I was his weblo leader Pack 549 of Norwalk. He was a quite kid but very respectful. As nam vet I want you to know I Thank you for your sacrifice and your service to our great country. I will never forget you. May god bless you and your family. Rest in peace my friend.

    — Larry Fiore
    July 3, 2011 at 2:45 p.m.
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