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cagerbob 
Posts: 4146
Parma, Ohio
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| 28 May 2008 9:13 PM |
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Updated 29 June 08 harly69g
This will be a two part mission, and a cooperative effort of two organizations. The Patriot Guard Riders, and the American Patriot Riders.
Part 1. Will be the escort Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews, and accompanying family members, from Bayfield Wi. to the Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Spooner Wi. by the American Patriot Riders. Rocci Stucci will RC the escort. Anyone wishing to join the escort is welcome, and can join up with them at the intersection of Hwy's 2, and 13 just West of Ashland at (approx.) 11:30 -11:45 am on Fri. July ll.
Part II. The Patriot Guard Riders will assemble a flag line for the arrival of the escort of Kenneth Andrews, and accompanying escort, and an Honorary flag line for the final internment of Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews. All wishing to join us are welcome.
Staging at 1:30 pm, July 11, 08, Wi. Veterans Cemetery parking lot, N4063 Veterans Way, Spooner Wi.
Briefing 1:45 pm
Flag line for escort arrival 2:00 pm
Flag line for final internment, 3:00 pm
Dismissed following ceremony.
Gene James
Assistant State Captain
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Confirmed Mission
Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, 79
US Marine Corp - WWII and the Korean War.
Spooner, WI
July 11, 2008
Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, 79, US Marine Corp Vet, served honorably during WWII and the Korean War.
Happy held the position of Post Commander of the Duwayne Soulier VFW Post 8239. He also held various positions in Tribal Government, Law Enforcement (Tribal Game Warden, Police Officer), was instrumental in establishing the Red Cliff Ambulance Service in 1975. He is survived by his wife of 58 years and Children.
Born 1-7-1929, Died 4-12-2008
Funeral services to be held July 11, 2008 at 3 pm at:
Northern Wisconsin
Veterans Memorial Cemetery
N4063 Veterans Way
Spooner, WI 54801
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/N4063+Veterans+Way+Spooner+WI+54801/
Gene James ASC is RC for this mission
Staging times and location to be determined
John Curran
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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"Wookie"
Posts: 1120
Olympia, WA
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| 28 May 2008 9:15 PM |
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews !
Our heartfelt Prayers for Comfort and Strength during this time
of Remembrance for your Loved One !
We “Thank You” for a Hero who has served us so faithfully! |
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mailman
Posts: 12860
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 28 May 2008 9:41 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of USMC WWII/Korean War Veteran Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews. Rest In Peace Marine. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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webelieve
Posts: 112
Roberts, WI
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| 28 May 2008 9:45 PM |
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Semper Fi DAD, You will truly be missed. Something we talked about was your desire to be interned at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Your wish will be done. I will truly miss you, and wish you well standing in support of your brethen from your heavenly post. Until we meet again, God Bless...
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American Patriot Riders
Life Member - American Legion Post 121, WI
BSHDFC_MM
CMA
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord... Psalms 33:12 ESV
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. Colossians 2:6-7 ESV
Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you:
1. Jesus Christ
2. The American G.I.
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krayzrick
Posts: 276
Montgomery, Alabama
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| 28 May 2008 9:56 PM |
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| Standing with this hero, in spirit, in Alabama |
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27th Engr./11th Cav. 66-67
Xuan Loc
7th Engr./5th Mech. Div. 68
Quang Tri / DMZ
9/11/2001 Never Forget
America's soldiers guard our way of life, and the Patriot Guard Riders cover their backs.....
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Jasper54
Posts: 6287
Columbus, Ohio
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| 28 May 2008 10:03 PM |
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I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Marine Corps WWII/Korean War Veteran and Member of America's Greatest Generation, Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort during this most difficult of times.
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
Visit me at: www.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War; Spc. Angela West, USA; SrA Micah Burgess, USAF, Afghanistan.
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott, Capt. Dillon, Capt. Dolvin, Capt. Hurley, Capt. Cronin, Sgt. Kilkus, Sgt. Keller, Cpl. Romei, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5974
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 28 May 2008 10:05 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth J. Andrews. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5502
Lacey, WA
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| 29 May 2008 12:20 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews, USMC / WWII / Korean War Veteran. Mr. Andrews, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 1605
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 29 May 2008 1:52 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII/KOREA VETERAN KENNETH J. "HAPPY" ANDREWS USMC. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE KENNETH. SEMPER FI. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1299
Warner Robins, GA
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| 29 May 2008 4:52 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Andrews family and friends in the loss of Kenneth. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Kenneth served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself. |
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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
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Annette
Posts: 346
Davenport, Ia
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| 29 May 2008 5:45 AM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of USMC WWII/Korea Veteran Kenneth J 'Happy' Andrews. |
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'No Greater Love is this that a man is willing to lay down his life for another.' Only two men were willing to sacrifice their lives for us-Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. Neither of which can ever fully be repaid.
Thank you for your Service and my Freedoms. Your sacrifices will never go unnoticed. I am grateful to live in a country made up of volunteers like you. Your choice to protect our Nation and put your self on the line can never be repaid.
Semper Fi,
Annette 'Patches" Wood
In memory of my father USMC LCPL William S. Wood
Proud daughter of a USMC Korean War Veteran
Patriot Guard Rider Member
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4184
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 29 May 2008 6:26 AM |
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God Bless Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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SteveC1951
Posts: 377
Blue Grass Iowa
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| 29 May 2008 6:34 AM |
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| To the family and friends of Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, my sympathy and condolences. To Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, my grattitude and thanks to you for your service in defense of our Nation and the freedoms we enjoy. You are a true American Hero. Another of Americas Greatest Generation has passed but You will not be forgotten. |
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Steve Cole
SFC, US Army, 1970 - 1992, Retired
Member H.O.G., ABATE
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aoop
Posts: 2506
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 29 May 2008 7:27 AM |
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James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Iraq?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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satyr
Posts: 4020
Raleigh, NC
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| 29 May 2008 8:13 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of WWII veteran, Korea veteran and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Mr. Andrews. As one of America's greatest generation you will always be remembered. Rest in peace sir. I salute you.
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Steve Roma
USAF 1976 - 1980, TAC
Dry Hill AFS, Watertown, NY
Finland AFS, Finland, MN
We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies.
- Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
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papajonohio
Posts: 1468
Swanton, Ohio
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| 29 May 2008 8:48 AM |
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I wish to express my profound condolences to family and friends of Kenneth Andrews.
I offer my thanks for the true character that is embodied in this American soldier. May your sorrow be tempered by the fact that we are honoring a true hero who answered the call to serve his country and dedicate a precious segment of his life to freedom.
In your difficult times be mindful that Happy has left a mark on our world and in our hearts.
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low,
and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
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Uffda
Posts: 10371
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 29 May 2008 8:51 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, WWII/KoreanWars Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Kenneth.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
He will lead me through.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
Standing in Spirit...
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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom. |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 915
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 29 May 2008 6:14 PM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews! "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” “To some a soldier is just a soldier, but to a comrade in arms, We’re Family” "SEMPER FI MARINE" |
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Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777
Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Mathews Airman recruit USAF, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman First Class USAF, Calif.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas
Riding in Memory of:
My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas
Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam , Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history |
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690MedCo
Posts: 4051
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 29 May 2008 8:56 PM |
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| Thank you Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and friends of this fallen hero to ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace. |
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Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
Leave No Veteran Behind!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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vander177
Posts: 3027
Vandergrift, PA
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| 30 May 2008 5:39 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Marine Corps WWII and Korea Veteran Kenneth "Happy" Andrews. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on the WALL!
Old soldiers never die, they just fade away! (General Douglas MacArthur - 1951) |
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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sdoise
Posts: 3789
Kinder, La.
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| 30 May 2008 9:48 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews and my sincere appreciation of his service to preserve our way of life. May he rest in peace. |
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Schelly
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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mlmsan
Posts: 2704
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 01 Jun 2008 8:32 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, 79, WWII/Korea, US Marine Corp Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Kenneth J "Happy" Andrews, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Semper-Fi
Know You Are Loved
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Georgia Mentor Team
770-500-6895
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It
Ridding In Memory of my Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8253
Naples, FL
Ride Captain
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| 02 Jun 2008 5:54 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran. Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit as you Stand in Respect for this True American Hero.
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
USAR - PV2 Dominic Sutherland
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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mr_stainglass
Posts: 552
Newport News Virginia
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| 02 Jun 2008 6:11 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of Kenneth Andrews. Thank you Kenneth for your service to our nation and for the sacrafices you made along the way for the liberties of freedom. Rest Easy. |
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Robert Magill RMC (SW) USN retired
"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty." -- John F. Kennedy |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1567
Conroe,Texas
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| 03 Jun 2008 8:58 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth J. "Happy" Andrews,Thanks for being one of our heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Author Unknown -
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul Babb ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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