I considered him a wonderful honest politician. A man of the people.
-- Ruth Lee, New York
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family of Senator John McCain. May the comfort of God surround you at this time and in the days ahead. Amen.
-- Edward, Texas
Knowing his character we voted for him in the primary against GW Bush and for him and Sarah Palin in 2008. What a man! Blessings on the Mc Cain family.
-- Donald and Marilyn, Ohio
Honorably served and will be missed!!
-- Beverly, Arizona
Trusted Statesman. Thank you for your dedication and your service. Barbra a democrat
-- Barbra, Illinois
I have respected John McCain from the time of his captivity. I voted for him for President, and consider him the conscience of the Congress. His kind will not be found again in our nation.
-- Joseph Lee, Florida
Well done good and faithful servant....
-- Susan, Texas
As a former Scoutmaster, SenMccain would den alter tI
My new Eagle Scouts. It inlckude. a letter about making a flag out of scraps while he was a prisoner. My son still has his letter and he is 48 now. He never failed to make this Scout feel good.
-- John, Arizona
God bless hero! Salute you sir! USAF Desert Storm Veteran.
-- Leighton, Mississippi
Senator McCain was a fearless, principled statesman. Honor was an integral part of his character and his service to our country an exemplary example of what a hero is. His arms were wide and strong enough to reach across the aisle of his political rivals to make our world a better place for all of us. I am a Democrat and I really liked this exceptional representative of the Republican Party. It is with much sorrow to say goodbye to him but I am grateful for his years of service and to his family. Thank you all so very much.
-- Eva, California
True Hero, Man of Honor, my family and I had the honor to meet and speak with the greatest American hero of our times!
-- Ali, California
John McCain was a true American hero. He truly represented loyalty to the laws of the US.
He will be sorely missed especially in today's political climate where independent thinking is crucial to our democracy.
-- Dale, Arizona
You were a great man of God
May you RIP.
-- Harry, Virginia
I was fortunate to meet and to learn from John McCain; but here, I will share a story about a book autograph. I took my young daughter and a copy of Faith of My Fathers to a Tucson event. In the backyard of the private residence, I noticed that at least 50 people had also brought the book. I returned to the front to ambush him.
He arrived, promptly signed his book, and was sincerely impressed upon hearing it would be a gift for my father. As media began to record the event, I noticed that my daughter had found a porch swing and was testing the height limits on it. She ignored me and continued to play. So somewhere, there is a video and photographic record of me watching Senator McCain sign his book, and of my daughter ignoring both of us on a swing in the background.
-- Gerald, Arizona
I saw Senator McCain on Hilton Head Island, SC...he was so dynamic and funny. I have a son who is a Cmdr. in the Navy and I know that Mr. McCain was one of his influences. My thanks, most especially to his family...they sacrificed a great deal for him to do his work for us, bless you during this very difficult time.
-- Toni, Texas
I met the Senator at a state Republican meeting when I was a precinct committeeman. He shook my hand warmly and thanked me for what I did. No, thank you, Senator McCain! You are a true American hero! God bless!
-- Mary, Arizona
I never had the honor of meeting Senator McCain, but my daughter will know who he was, when she is older. I hope one day she will see in me, what I saw in John McCain, a man of honor and integrity, who had the courage to stand for his beliefs. Someone who did the right thing, because it was the right thing to do, even when it came at great personal sacrifice. He was one of the few people who I wholeheartedly respect and I am eternally grateful for the courage and commitment he showed throughout his life. Fair winds and following seas!
-- Jason, Hawaii
He was a great hero, unlike many before him. As a Korean Was veteran, I can share his pain. He will be missed.
-- Gerald, California
I never met John. I’m a Democrat and have much respect for his military and US senate service. We have lost a great hero and public servant and are poorer for it. There will never be another like him. My heartfelt sympathies to you his family and you are in my thoughts.
Mary , Oklahoma
-- Mary, Oklahoma
Thank you for all your service,I 'm sure this world will never see someone as remarkable as yourself. R.I.P
-- Jane, Arizona
I humbly come before you God, asking that you bless and comfort his family and his extended family in the United States Senate as well as his beloved Navy. Welcome this patriot into the Gates of Heaven; and give him a hero's homecoming and may both Admiral McCain Sr. and McCain Jr. be present along with every military member who has passed before him rendering the much deserved hand salute. And with the final words O' Lord, say the honorable words, "Welcome home thy good and faithful servant, welcome home".
Senator McCain sir,
You have fought the good fight, and you have claimed your mountain in the United States Senate and in the State of Arizona.
Rest easy sir. We'll take the watch from here. #HandSalute
-- Nolan, Texas
I sorry for you lose , I remember when him go to Colombia
-- daniel, North Carolina
He was an honorable man, so much admired for his kindness, honesty and decency. Senator McCain was very much loved by many.
-- Gwen, Missouri
A Man who put America and it's people first and fought to acheive it. John was one of a kind There should be more like him in American Government RIP John You will surely be missed
-- Pat, West Virginia
I have ALWAYS had a deep love and admiration for John McCain. My deepest sympathy and prayers for him and his family.
-- Frank, New York
My name is Mina Castilho, I admire and loved Senator McCain. What a great loss for the whole world. Thank you Senator McCain for dedicating 60 years of your life to serve this wonderful and great Country. I am sending love and blessings to His family. May our God hold all of you in His loving arms. I will miss your sense of humor your service and fight to make this a better place. R.I.P Sir!!!
-- Mina, California
God bless you sir. Be bless your service you for this nation!
-- Thomas, South Carolina
I volunteered to do what I could to help the McCain Presidential campaign. Offering perspectives from New York. I will remember John McCain, Cindy and Family as loyal servants for the cause of freedom and peace. Learning to get along is a dream worth living for and John tried! R.I.P. courageous fellow.
-- Victoria (Vicki) Sorg, New York
Had the honor of meeting John McCain on two occasions in NY. I remember him telling how proud he was about his son enlisting in the USMC. I am proud of you JOHN, please Rest In Peace. Thank you for the good example you have demonstrated for Vietnam Veterans like myself.
God bless you and your family.
Donald J. Steinert
USMC, proud Vietnam Veteran
PS. I started reading Restless Wave last week.
-- Donald, New York
Thank you for your service to our country, Sir. May His Grace and Blessings be bestowed on your family. A true patriot and leader...
-- Kathy, Virginia
John McCain represented the best of our country. He served his God, his country and his family in true style. He believed in discussing our differences and reaching a compromise position. The D's and Rs need to follow this philosophy . Unity should be our goal.
-- Linda, New Jersey
He was truly man of his word. He greatly be missed.. I salute you my brother of the military. RIP
-- Monica, Georgia
?I worked John McCain’s campaign in New Hampshire and was privileged to meet him several times... the last time we spoke was at Harris Teeter in Arlington VA. He shopped in the store across from our apartment. I reintroduced myself and we chatted about the F-35 Program and when were done he shook my hand and thanked me for my service... after all he did and was doing... what a guy!!!?
-- Kent, California
Thank you, Senator John McCain. I am so grateful for your service to our country. God bless your family in this time of tremendous loss.
-- Dolores, Pennsylvania
We have lost a great American. He loved his country and worked for it to be better every day. I had the honor of being with him during his Presidential campaign in Tampa, Florida . Rest in peace. God bless him and his family.
-- Jose, Florida
You will be missed. Thank you for your leadership
-- Tom, Wisconsin
I am a democrat in Tucson, AZ. I have great respect for this man. He worked across the aisle for the good of ALL Americans and the whole world. There will never be anyone like him. I bet Aretha Franklin is ushering him into heaven with her songs!!! Well done, good and faithful servant!
-- Kathleen, Arizona
Senator John McCain was a true American hero. He will live on forever in our hearts and be greatly missed.
-- Ashlee, Kentucky
I was proud to have met Senator McCain a few years back and performed for John and Cindy at their ranch a few years back with one of my old rock n roll bands at their ranch. He was and will be remembered as a great hero of all American people and an iconic individual who's lifetime of public service to all and especially people of Arizona!! I am proud to have worked and still work for Hensley Beverage Company.We will all miss you and send condolences to your beautiful family!!
-- Fred, Arizona
I first knew John McCain when as a naval officer he was the liason for the Navy to the Senate.
I was on the Foreign Relations Committee which often brought us together. He was a young
man in his 40's.
But he was soon off to run for the House in 1982 and then the Senate in 1986 to replace Barry
Goldwater. I was active in his first Senate run, campaigned with him in Arizona and found him
support from around the nation which wasn't hard to do. John remembered people who helped
him that first time out. I was in his home a number of times and he in mine.
In the Senate he was fiercely independent - not so much at the outset but certainly as he gained
seniority. His unpredictability often drove our caucus up the wall, but for me he was always a hero
who didn't need excuses to follow his own path. Not only was he heroic beyond my comprhension,
but he actually forgave those who had tortured and abused him. He was an amazing man. What
an example he set.
I was proud to be his friend
-- Senator Rudy, Minnesota
Since I worked in Operation Homecoming I have followed John McCain’s career with respect. He is a hero to our nation and to all people who believe in honor and service.
Quid custodiet ipsos custodes?
He was a watcher who inspired us all. God bless you and thank you. There will never be your equal.
-- Philip, California
I remember spending time in Michigan traveling and attending events as we campaigned for his Presidency in Michigan. I found him to be very heartfelt when we spoke one on one.
I shall remember him with rsspect forever. Senator McCain has been missed by numerous individuals.
-- Judy Todd, Michigan
Thanks Sir John McCain, YOU ARE the Great, YOU ARE an Hero, YOU ARE never die, YOU stay in the sun. R.I.P
-- Hong, Arizona
Rest in Peace John. There will never be another John McCain.. We will miss
you and will pray for you.
-- Paula, Arizona
I will remember John as a man that went threw enemy torture. A Veteran that stood up to help us Veterans while in the Senate.
-- Rory, Wisconsin
Thank you from a dedicated Democrat
-- Linda, Arizona
I only knew Senator McCain from TV. I saw in Him a strong virtuous man. I am not religious, but I wish my deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I doubt He will EVER be forgot. Least of all by me. Love John T.
-- John, Nebraska
As a first generation American, I always admired John McCain's believe in American idealism and his determination and commitment to give all he had to protect her and to preserve and promote liberty and justice for all not only with a fancy speech but with his actions. A great man, a true American hero and someone for next generations to look up to.
-- Cameron, California
This is my tribute to an example of Values and Virtues of a Human Being. From a young age he understood that he could go far in service of our country- perhaps with an able help from his family. And as destiny and God would have it, he lands in a foreign country who could have none of his military values. And it is there where he learns that His Country is and should stand for much more that freedom, democracy, but for the benefit of all in this planet. And he matures his senses of Duty, Country, and Liberty, and Love, and Religion. Maturity came from pain and solitude and comparison of values and states of well being. A sense of team, collaboration, and mission and purpose took this young aviator to give true words to the words Hero, Senator, Father, Mentor, Husband, Son, and sailor of Legacy. RIP
-- Gus, California
What an honorable guy...wish I’d have met him! I identify with his quick fuse, and sense of humor. To me, his humanity and decency shown brightly when the woman at a rally called Barack Obama an Arab, and John rebuked her...and how he got many jabs in at Obama at the Al Smith dinner, but then honored him. WOW! Imagine our president (small p) doing anything like either of those things today. So sad! From what I knew, I loved the man! We need to honor him through integrity and service that we do now daily. My heart reaches out to the McCain family.
-- Roger, Nebraska