Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Brent, I was just up at the Academy. Even went to the gas station where we talked before heading over for pick up day. I glanced over at the running path closed my eyes and heard your cadence in my head. I would say rest easy, but I know you're probably working on some elaborate course of fire as I type this. You are missed!

Semper Fidelis,

Ray Piedra #17891
CHP / USMC

May 26, 2015

I stopped by today to check on the place we laid you to rest. Left the usual... Your fav's... It was a gorgeous day... I could see both Mt. Hood and Mount St. Helen.... Remembering and being grateful that we got to explore both of those together. Thank you for teaching me to climb... For teaching me to keep going, one foot in front of the other... And thank you for carrying me on your back when I hurt myself. You taught me to never give up and never give in... Keep reaching for the summit and keeping my eye on the target. I know you are always with me and you forever will remain in my heart.

Cathy Jo
Wife

April 17, 2015

Happy Birthday, Brent. Still missing you so very much. Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mother

January 29, 2015

You are never far from my thoughts as I find myself missing what was and what could've been... Missing the lost dreams... But most importantly;
I'm so grateful for the love, the joy and life we shared. I'm even grateful for the trials and hard times we went through because it showed me that we could get through it all. Thank you for helping me become the strong woman I am... And for teaching me to push through during the tough times and to prepare for unknown tough times ahead.... Thank you for loving me completely and teaching me how to love in return.... You are always in my heart and forever pushing me up these difficult climbs in life!

Cathy
Wife

November 26, 2014

Still missing you, dear brother.

Tara Clearman
Sister

August 7, 2014

Rest in peace Brent.

Sgt. John Brumbaugh
USMC 8541

December 9, 2013

It has taken me awhile to get the courage to write something but know that, almost everyday I speak and think of you. I tell my Marines all about you....your work ethic, drive for excellence, loyalty and one of the best men I have had the pleasure of knowing. You have instilled so much in me and I regret everyday for taking advantage of the time I had with you. I miss you

1stSgt Freeland
1st Bn 7th Marines

April 17, 2013

SSGT,
We lost Chief Kyle, much like you it was unexpected and far too soon. SSGT, you are not forgotten.

Semper Fi Brother.

Andrew (Cpl-USMC, PTL- LEO)

February 3, 2013

Thinking of you today and feeling sad when I read some of the reflections left by your wife but also thank her for sharing her love for you and her memories. She has become a dear friend of my daughtei-in-law JoAnn as they both have traveled the same journey.

You are remembered today. Semper Fi.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

February 1, 2013

Brent, I’m thinking of you today. Your life, so remarkable, continues to inspire the virtues of bravery, goodness over evil, duty, and patriotism which you exemplify. God blessed my life by providing the privilege to know you and serve with you.

God bless you and your family.
Semper Fidelis!
Jim

James Leonard, CHP Retired
California Highway Patrol

January 29, 2013

Cathy, I never knew you, but I worked with Brent in the USMC- 1/5 SSP (STA Platoon). God bless your heart as your previous post meant a lot to me. Stay strong, and RIP my brother Officer Clearman.

Officer Somervill
CHP

December 31, 2012

It has been 6 years since I last heard your voice and felt your touch... it's been difficult continuing without you. Lord knows I didn't want to. But the people who have known you best have all gathered close around me and kept me going. I've been climbing this mountain of life with them pushing me up the steep hill ever since. I love you and always will for all that you have given me... not just an amazing many years full of love and adventure, but a lifetime of memories and skills of survival. Maybe you somehow knew I would someday have to continue this life without you because you taught me how to survive the worst and meager situations. Your strength and will to survive, you have given to me through the people who you called "friend". They are the constant reminder that you would never want me to give up... You would want me to continue this climb no matter how difficult it became or how painful it may be.

Your legacy still lives on as we make a climb every year for you on the day you were taken from us. In your honor and spirit we reach the summits.

Six years later so much has changed. The fire you always saw in me has found a way to flourish... Your memory and spirit of adventure lives on. I promise to continue to live the life you wanted for us both... Your ripple in this life will continue and not fade as long as I live!

Cathy
Wife

August 7, 2012

Six long years. It's still as fresh as the terrible night that it happened.

Caroline Clearman
Mother

August 5, 2012

Brent was in my battalion at 2/5 USMC. He was deffinately a "hard" marine. Motivating and a true leader. My prayers for his friends and family.

Sgt. Colby Rohr
2/5 USMC / Oklahoma Highway Patrol

August 5, 2012

I knew and served with Clearman at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center(MWTC) Theirs not too many days that go by that the memory of Brent doesent kick in, seeing how some of my friends are CHP Officers. The fact that he was a fellow Sniper and had been in Iraq with OIF1 endeared him to me and the community even more. While in the Marine Corps he was a stellar performer All Ways giving 100% I was so proud to hear that Brent was serving with the Finest and most renowend Highway Patrol in the world. Im sure he will always acheive His Best!

SSGT Chaz (Tschorsnig) Unit Ops!
USMC (Ret) 1984-2004

July 25, 2012

Brent, still missing you every hour of every day.
Love, Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mother

May 27, 2012

Brent,
Im ramping up to ride in the LEU bike ride this year in your honor. Thank you for your service to our state and country, Semper Fi brother.

Officer Serena
California Highway Patrol

March 22, 2012

Sgt Clearman,
It was both a honor and a privilege to have served with you at MWTC. I apologize for my delay in leaving a "reflection" sooner, but I truly just found out about this website today after talking with Cathy. I think of you often and I am saddened to know that we can no longer go back country skiing, shooting in Hawthorn, riding horses, or just huddle around the fire at the Pickel Chalet and talk about tactics. You were one of a kind Marine and your enthusiasm, professionalism, attention to detail, knowledge, and work ethic were unparalleled. Needless to say, I still compare my current NCO's against you when it comes time to writing their FITNESS reports. Semper Fi Marine!

LtCol Jeff Tontini
USMC

January 30, 2012

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"

Having dinner at your favorite restaurant and ordering your favorite dish to remember and celebrate the day that you came into the world... Happy Birthday Honeyco... I will always love you...

Cathy
Wife

January 29, 2012

Happy Birthday, Brent. I miss you. Tara

Tara
Sister

January 27, 2012

Please contact MWTC academics. Brent's name was added in the historical society. Unfortunately, unaware of current address to mail information.

Thank you

USMC Mountain Warfare Training Center
Doctrine and Academics Section
Bridgeport, CA 93517

Co-worker / friend
USMC

January 18, 2012

Someone gave me a quote that said, "Don't let the sadness of your past and the fear of your future ruin the happiness of your present." -Author Unknown

It's easier quoted than actually lived... I keep thinking of all the dreams we were working towards but never achieved because of the insolent action of one...

You will never be forgotten... You will always be a part of me and a big part of who I have become...

Cathy
Widow

December 11, 2011

Brent William,

You have been in my mind so often. I keep finding signs of you. I think you must be able to know the struggles I am facing in my life, and I can't help but believe that you are somehow trying to give me the strength to get through. If I am right about that, then thank you. All I know is that it comforts me when hints of you are dropped in my view and in my path and in my awareness, when I least expect them.

It is very hard to believe that it has been 5 years since you were taken from us.

Love,
Tara

Tara
Sister

August 8, 2011

Dear Brent:
Five long, sad years have passed since you were taken from us. You will live forever in my heart, but I still mourn for all the years and experiences that were stolen from you. Dad and I and your sisters have had to go on without you, but you are never far from our thoughts. We will always remember you and we will always love you.
Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mother

August 6, 2011

Memorial Day was beautiful... The flags lined the many graves in rememberance of all the lives that were sacrificed in the service of this country... It was a beautiful memorial service there... Good to know that there are many people that know and understand what Memorial Day really is all about...

I miss you... everyday... At times the pain feels as strong as it did the day I had to say goodbye to you... You taught me so much about myself! Your strength strengthened me... without that I never would have survived the past 4 1/2years of being without you... You're memory carries me through each day...

I will always love you and think of you, I am who I am because of you!

Cathy
Surviving Spouse

June 9, 2011