The Tribute to LtCol Grant V. Frey which started it all.

"My heart is broken.  I loved  talking with him...saw him almost every day at the academy.  In memory, I changed my watch face to a picture of him. He will be missed".   -- G.W.

"[GRANT's] warm personality, incredible work effort, and genuine concern for his comrades was always a source of inspiration to me".  -- G.A.

"I will always remember the love and passion [GRANT] showed every day for the Marine Corps and Military Police community".  -- R.F.

"[GRANT] was a great man, Leader, and mentor over the years". -- S.P.

"[GRANT] was a advocate for me in every respect, a trusted comrade, a loving  brother and a man I will always hold in high esteem and reverence. -- O.G. 

"The Marine Corps and the Marine Corps Police program have lost an invaluable asset". -- G. & L. B.

"I am truly saddened at the loss of such a great man, friend and coworker and I will miss him very much". -- J.M.

"I’ll say it again were all gonna miss that man. I’m gonna miss people walking up to him calling him Greg". -- K.R. 

"[GRANT] was extremely professional, articulate, a true team player and grateful for others’ help".  -- D.B.

"GRANT was a longtime dear friend, an always faithful active duty and civilian Marine, and a beloved man (son, brother, father, husband)". -- B.H. 

"I haven’t seen GRANT since the early ‘70s ....... My sincerest condolences on the passing of a young boy  who must have grown up when I wasn’t looking". -- B.M. 

"The memories of GRANT will remain edged in our hearts and souls, and never be forgotten". -- B.H.

"GRANT [& I] shared a special bond as we both belonged to Combat Veterans  Motorcycle Association and Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle club. He was my brother in Arms. I will Miss Him". -- D.D.

"You fought the good fight to the very end. You will be missed by everyone whoever knew you". -- J.C.

"A 'short' [telephone] call [with GRANT] would be about an hour – GRANT loved to talk about the  Marine Corps, family, the future, college football, Hawaii to  name just a few.  He was truly a gracious man – he never ended a call  without sincerely thanking me". -- P.H.

"Glad to hear our brother [GRANT] is Home with us". -- F.S.

"Rest in Peace, my friend. Semper Fi.

With much respect and sadness". -- D.B.

"GRANT FREY "is" truly one of the greatest inspirations of a man I ever met! Just like  his bro .... what a wise - intelligent, hard working, fun,  loving, hug-gable, inspiration of a human!". -- J.T.

"A Semper Fi farewell, GRANT". -- R.B.

"GRANT was a special person to all who knew him.  He  was one of the faces of the Marine Corps law enforcement community and  his loss is felt throughout our ranks". -- W.W.

"[GRANT] was the most wonderful man I ever worked for.  He looked out for me, and taught me so much.  I loved working for him". -- S.N. 

"[GRANT] taught me how to play soccer that allowed me to make  the Command FSSF team, which I later went to the all FMF team and was  selected to play on the All Marine Soccer team, but it was because of him taking time out to show me the  finesse of the game that allowed me to grow", -- J.S.

"[GRANT is] a USA Hero! He is always ON as WE grow old, inspiring us to be brave and  bold and allowing his story to never fold...but his love and energy are  always there to HOLD!". -- J.T. 

"As an Air Force officer in a (Marine) 'world,' my year in Iraq was tough, but Lt Col Frey was a good friend and always a bright spot. His sense of humor, positivity and professionalism made tough situations easier to navigate. Taking a smoke break with him and his Backwoods cigars was always educational and entertaining. I hope I get to enjoy a cigar and storytelling with him again someday." -- R.H.
 

"I am blessed to call [GRANT] my friend". -- R.H.

"I am glad to have met GRANT and [to have] been a part of his life". -- J.H.

"All [GREG's] efforts reflex the admiration and love [he has] for [his] brother". -- K.Y.

"I am thankful for [GRANT's] service to our country, and very proud to have known [GRANT] and [to have] spent time with him". -- D.F.

"There is a whole Army of people down here [in Miramar/Mira Mesa] who love GRANT and are praying hard for him. Anything for GRANT & his family". -- K.S.

"It truly was an honor to serve as the escort to ensure GRANT was returned home so that he may be laid to rest'. -- M.S.

"My heart is heavy for GRANT and for his brother, GREG". -- M.C.

"I am so proud of GRANT. The Corps misses him and will never be the same without him". -- M.F.   

"Wish we all had way more time with GRANT". -- D.C.

"The Senior MP at HQMC has issued an order that all military and civilian police officers will wear the mourning [black] band on our badges in honor of GRANT". -- J.S. 

"Memories [of GRANT], while fond, are forever and eternal". -- T.T.

"It was an true privilege getting to spend a few moments with GREG at GRANT's gravesite". -- B.C. 

"Let's focus on all the beautiful memories [we have] about Uncle GRANT". -- A.F.   

"The heavens are bright when they welcome the great ones [like GRANT]". -- N.G.    

"I believe GRANT is amazing, and I am honored to call him my friend". -- R.H.  

"I thought very highly of GRANT and considered him a friend". -- K.S.   

" It was with much sadness that we received [word of GRANT's death]".  -- B. & E.W.

"Mahalo for all GRANT did and for his legacy". -- M. & W.K.  

"[GRANT & I] solved all the [Law Enforcement] problems in the world (LOL) while interjecting Mecum, Harley's, Blue Knights, Mustangs, Corvettes, Rams, Lewis & Clark [College], Tattoos, Family and Hawaii. In fact, I could probably be a tour guide [in Hawaii!]'. -- T.B.  

"GRANT was one of the best friends I ever had. We used to talk about anything/everything. He was the first one to tell me to marry my wife. "She's the one."  GRANT was right. He was right about a lot of things". -- J & L.L.     

"GRANT was a true Champ!. He actually showed us all a great deal about how we could (and should) live. GRANT never once put his personal interest ahead of his family, or any other group he was involved in ... not to mention his beloved Marine Corps. GRANT's humanity, humility and extraordinary generosity of spirit were inspirational. His infectious personality always drew people in. Aloha 'Oe, GRANT". -- B.C.

"Hold fast to good memories [of GRANT]". -- R.K.

"Nothing can fill the gap when we're away from those we love. GRANT was such a thoughtful gentleman". -- M.M.

"GRANT's the kind of guy a brother likes to brag about, and with good reason. An athlete, a Marine, a dad, a man's man, and an all-around role model". -- T.C. 

"Hold on to all the great memories of GRANT". -- S.R.

"The world is a lesser place without GRANT". -- A.S.J.

"GRANT was truly an honored brother, friend, father, uncle and soldier".  -- K. & E. V.D.

"A loss of one is a loss felt by all". -- K.L.

"My heart is completely broken with the news of the passing of GRANT". -- T.D.

"I'll always remember how [the FREY brothers] shared a car during High School. Good Memories!!!". -- R.A.

"Life taken too early. Peace be with you. P.S. I'm a twin too". -- L-A. C.

"... when our lives are over, it isn't what we did that really matters; it's who we were". -- R.M.B.

"GRANT was an honorable and loyal man who loved his family and his country. That's what matters". -- T.F.

"GREG & GRANT were wonderful to each other & for each other.  You had a wonderful life together!" -- A.S.

"GRANT was a strong man and cared for so many people, not only his family but  for his fellow Marines. He will be missed by all of us, but he is in our hearts until we meet him again".  -- L.S. 

"Semper Fi, Marine. Fair winds and following seas, shipmate. We have the watch". -- K.K.

"What a life GRANT lived with so much honor and integrity". -- E.G.

"GRANT and I went to OCS together, summer of 1986. He was tough, smart, and  determined. GRANT had gone through Marine Corps Officer Candidate School  (OCS) the summer of 1985 but sustained a serious knee injury and was  unable to finish. So he went back again! With me in 1986. Now for those  who don't know, Marine Corps OCS is frickin' HARD! It is the toughest thing  I have ever gone through and for GRANT to knowingly go back to that  kind of pain speaks to his toughness! Prior to us departing Hawaii for OCS, GRANT helped me prepare both physically and mentally for what was coming and was a big reason I made it through. That's how he rolled,  selfless, always willing to help. We were the only 2 local boys from  Hawaii in that OCS class and we both made it through! RIP Marine and  Semper Fi! -- R.S. 

"Please  let me know when the time is right to gather in celebration for GRANT's  life, as I would be honored to share songs of love and aloha in his  memory". -- J.M. 

"I still remember all the conversations we had about GRANT. Crazy stories of Sturgis and tattoos, but even more of all the things that GRANT had accomplished. It was so evident how much you loved your twin  brother and how proud you were of him". -- S.M.

"GRANT lived an amazing life and he sure made this world a better place!". -- L.K.A.

"We were so fortunate to get to meet GRANT". -- K. & E.L.

"We all will raise a toast to GRANT at the WYC. He'll be there in spirit". -- C.D.M.

"ALOHA 'OE TO HERO GRANT FREY.
Kudo's and mahalo for GRANT's service to our country - and Freedom for All!". -- J.M.W.

"He was always a sweet guy. Rest easy GRANT! Know that GRANT lives on in the memories of all who knew him". -- S.H.

"Members  of the Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club gathered to honor GRANT and other members lost to us. Members from  multiple chapters in California, Arizona, and New York gathered at the  Balboa Veterans Museum to share in honoring our fallen brothers". -- J.L. 

"GRANT & I spent hours just hanging out enjoying each other’s company and working  P.A.I.E together. It’s a shock and terrible loss of a great man! He will  always be my hero!" -- L.R.

"So much I want to thank GRANT for that I just feel like I never got the chance. Until Valhalla, my brother" -- B.P.  

"Miss him, Dude.  I know you would give anything for one more day" -- D.C.

"A true hero!" -- G.M.

"At [LCC], I was in the next dorm over from GRANT & hung out with him at times when one of us was avoiding studying."  --  E.J.

"At the [LCC] reception ... many people spoke GRANT's name and shared stories.  There was a common thread ... I knew it was special, but I didn't know how to describe it.  The word finally came to me.  Affection."  --  E.J.