Rest in peace Marine!

You're love of country will alwasy be remembered. Thank you for the Freedom's we have.

Thank you and Semper Fi.

God Bless Sgt....Semper FI!!!!

god bless you and your family,,thank you marine ,you will be in my prayers

toni

my son is a marine

Rest in peace my brother!! Oorah!

Your sacrifice and that of your family has earned the thanks of not only our nation, but those who wish for and work for peace in Afghanistan.  My prayers are with all who have served and are for the hope that the sorrow of the family's loss will ease with time.  

God's speed, sergeant and God bless.

Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. Your service hasn't gone unnoticed.

Marine Corp Wife, Air Force Mom

God bless you and your family Brother

God Bless your family and friends and thank you Sgt for paying the ultimate price.

Semper fi!

M.E. McGann

Former Marine

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of unimaginable pain of losing a loved one in service to our country. Your precious son paid the ultimate price for our freedoms and it does not go unnoticed - "All Gave Some, Some Gave All". This must be so very difficult; my heart goes out to you all.

As they say: "Marine mom - 'toughest job in the Corps' ". I too, am a Marine Mom - of a 22 yo daughter who's serving in the USMC as Cpl, so I understand some of the things you've probably been through. We as parents are right there with our kids - esp emotionally, as we pray for them and 'cheer them on' in all ways.

A very honorable calling, to serve and sacrifice for our country - and the family gives and sacrifices in many ways as well. Deep appreciation for your son's service and for your standing behind him with all your love and support for him during that time, as well.

Words cannot adequately express my heart-felt sympathy to you, but praying for comfort for each of you during this time of sorrow.

God bless you and keep you in His care.

As I have written before and as I shall write again, whenever I see these photos, my heart does a turn in my chest. At such a loss, I'm reminded of a Winston Churchill quote, when during WWII, upon hearing the news one of his top commanders had lost his only son in battle, put pen to paper and wrote the following - quoting Shakespeare’s MacBeth where, after the tyrant and usurper had been killed, Ross had to tell old Siward that his only boy has perished in the struggle.

"Your son, my lord, has paid a soldier’s debt; He only lived but till he was a man; The which no sooner had his prowess confirmed in the unshrinking station where he fought, but like a man he died."

Please allow this proud Blue Star Mother to add - your cause of sorrow must not be measured by your son's worth, for then it has no end. Let us speak quickly of his death and dwell lovingly upon his life – for therein lies the light – the glory – then we shall all know him - we will shoulder your burden.

We - the family of the United States of America - has lost one of our sons. Remember this as you step forward into each day - take him with you in thought and deed.

I miss you so much Luke! We will all be reunited once more... and as soon as Chris comes home we are coming back up to visit you!!! Semper Fi Luke Semper Fi

"If the Army or the Navy ever look on Heaven's scenes; they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines"

May you rest in peace and be greeted with open arms when you reach those heavenly gates.

Semper Fi!

We have fought in every clime and place, ALWAYS ON THE JOB. Rest in peace Marine.

May God's peace be with the family. The most painful experience is having to bury a child and having that flag handed to you. Find peace in the Lord, stay strong.

God Bless all of those who serve to protect the freedoms we enjoy.

To many of our youth, to much of our best... I am saddened that this war is not over...

Rest in peace Marine.

It is encouraging to see that the press tells the story of each individual man and woman that dies in combat. May the memory of U.S. Marine Sgt. Lucas T. Pyeatt continue to be honored. It is terribly unfortunate that members of the Westboro Baptist Church protest at Arlington National Cemetery, because these individuals served honorably. These photos do an excellent job of sharing of sharing this story beautifully and respectfully.

The first photo has a very shallow depth of field, which makes it incredibly compelling. As the last of the volleys are fired for the funeral service, the photo captured the shells in the air. The angle of the shot shows organization of the soldiers and their unity.

The second photo is incredibly touching, as the Pyeatt family is comforted by the Marine Corps Funeral Director. The emotion that has been captured is heart-wrenching, but portrayed very respectfully.

The last photo is filled with even more emotion, as Cynthia Pyeatt kisses the casket of her son. The love that this mother has for her son is overwhelming. The simplicity of the photo adds to the emotion, since there is very little else to be distracted by.

A big part of the reason these photos are so beautiful is because of how real the emotion is in them. My heart breaks for this family when I see these photos.