" They were gathered to mourn the loss of thirteen American heroes. Drawn from eleven different states across this nation. They answered the call of service to others. Michael. John. Francesca newlyweds -- Single moms and immigrants. They're teenagers. And fifty something. Just nothing can erase our grief over the loss of the loved ones we -- here today. On our commitment to our country. Army in our families. Help us move forward together. -- We pay tribute to thirteen men and women. We're not able to escape the horrible war even in the comfort of home. Long after barely -- rest. Fighting has finished. And our nation hasn't."

" Today's servicemen and women are veterans and their children have -- There will be certain of this generation. Can be. The most trying of Texas. Leaving perseverance and I just when it was easier when it was hard. -- paid the price. -- to secure this nation. Stood up for the values live in the hearts of all free peoples. We say -- This now -- Press ahead. He's got in the service. God -- memory. God bless the United States."