Comments on: No Greater Love

By: Jarhead94

Jarhead94 — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 03:32:48 +0000

I had the honor and priviledge of serving with Sgt. Major Ellis when he was a Staff Sergeant, and was there to see him promoted to Gunnery Sergeant in Hawaii. As sad as I am over the loss of such an amazing Marine, I know that he went knowing that he did the right thing. He gave a young Marine a chance at life with his wife and unborn daughter. That sort is sacrifice and mind-set is what set Joseph Ellis above his peers. That is why we loved him and why we followed him, without question. We knew our lives were in good hands. Our country is a lesser place without Sergeant Major Ellis, but heaven is that much more secure with him standing watch.

Semper Fidelis

By: wa4sure

wa4sure — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 22:36:45 +0000

This reminds me of what my uncle did to save men in his platoon during the Viet Nam conflict. My heart overflows with pride and respect for Sgt. Majors actions. He truly is what this great country is all about.

By: zdavatz

zdavatz — Wed, 30 May 2007 19:28:11 +0000

Thank you for this post. It reminds me of Sgt. Brad Kasal. As a commander he also saved the live of one of his fellow marine brothers. True, modern Heros - True soldiers.

By: marinewife

marinewife — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 01:02:57 +0000

I hope the Sergeant Major’s family takes some comfort in knowing that he died a true hero. He will be an inspiraiton for years to come. Nothing can replace him in their hearts, but I hope they will find peace in knowing that he died a great man. I am so sorry for their loss.

By: docjoe

docjoe — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 00:49:27 +0000

That’s what the Marine Corps is all about. Fighting for the guy next to you in the trenches. It isn’t about politics, its about the men you serve with. There is no hono rin Washington anymore, but the Corps still values those qualities which make it great.