David J. Hart, 22

I really didnt get to know David really well, however, what I did get to learn was that he was a Man far beyond his years.

My husband and I have the pleasure of being in both Nicole and David's presence at an outdoor jazz event, and at a differernt occasion one day where my husband (Robert) and David had CQ together. At the outdoor event they served wine and a host of other things. I remember and admired how he treated his wife, just so kind to her. They had this amazing compatability. They had basket full of chocolate stawberries and cheese and crackers if im not mistaken, it was everything marriage should be. Honestly, they seemed like they had been married for 30 years...it was great to watch and somthing I wished everyone had.

I also remember how much David loved Dane Cook. He was the first person to bring Dane to my attention, I didnt know who he was until David showed me and my husband a clip of Dane and his fear of Mr Koolaid as a child on his laptop lol. It was so funny, ever since that day I have developed a liking towards Dane as well.

David will forever be missed and admired!

--The Harrison's

Though we miss David greatly, he will always be a part of us. He has the soul of a warrior and defended our nation and our freedom with pride, honor, and integrity. We will never forget the times we spent with David & Nicole. We love you guys!

As soon as I came to the platoon in Feb 05 we deployed to JRTC and David was one of my M240B gunners. I distinctly remember his positive attitude, and I could tell he was a strong Christian man from his demeanor. I always appreciated his positive outlook which came in handy once we deployed and the operations tempo was very high. I always looked to him in tough situations as he quickly showed his capacity for greater levels of leadership. Most notable was his sense of humor. He constantly was joking and giving me a hard time which always lightened the mood. He truly was one of my best soldiers.

It is coming up on 5 months now, since my cousin David has been gone. It is so nice to see people still sharing their memories of David. There are so many, and I enjoy checking in frequently to see what others have to say, and to remember my own memories of David.

Thank You to all of you who continue to keep David alive in your hearts.

David and I knew each other as long as he and Nicole did. Although we were so different from each, somehow we had a close bond where we could talk to each other for hours. There were a few times when he would spend the night at my house and we would stay up til the wee hours of the morning having "girl talk". Now understand that "girl talk" was not about girls in general, we named it that because we just talked as much as girls do. I love you David and I'll see you in Heaven

Early morning on Jan 8, 2008 I was riding in an MRAP with David as the TC. SSG Van and I were in the back and he,(SSG Van), couldnt stop complaining about the seats in the new vehicles.

David then came over the headset. "You know, it's funny...I was just reading an article in Mens Health about this. They did a study about that, and as it turns out...whenever something keeps going wrong...,the best thing you can do is just keep complaining about it."

We couldn't stop laughing. I'll allways remember Davids' perfect timing and choice of words. I'm honored to have cared for a true hero. My deepest sympathies to the family...

"YOUR A PRIVATE YOU OPINION DOESNT COUNT." I ALWAYS THOUGHT HE HATED TILL THEN. HAHAHAHA! THAT GUY GAVE ME SO MUCH TO LOOK UP TO AND WHERE I NEEDED TO BE IN A MILITARY MIND SET. LIKE SMITH SAID HE HAD PERFECT TIMING HE WAS ALWAYS ON.

David, I never posted anything till now. I've read everything written since the day it happened. It's all accurate.

godspeed brother, till we meet again.

I don't know this soldiers as I'm just visiting the website. I thank him and his family for his dedication to our county. Thank you for keeping America free and protecting our beliefs. It's because heroes like you my very young daughter will be able to live freely in this wonderful country. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! RIP

I attended David Hart's funeral and memorial in 2008. It was there that I realized this war is worth nothing, and certainly not the lives of our blood and treasure...the great men like David Hart.

I watched in agony as his father spoke about American values for which his son died. My 11-year old son listened quietly next to me. I wanted to scream aloud in the church: "died for what?...for what?!!..so that people who hate us can have indoor plumbing someday?. or so that some rich man's hedge fund will deliver a healthy profit?. I supported this war---until this day. Corporate America will not get my son's life. In fact, America itself, in this current politically correct, self-flagellating form is no longer worth fighting for in my opinion.

For me, this was a sad,sad day on many levels.