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harly69g 
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| 14 Jul 2008 3:22 PM |
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Updated 29 Jul 08 2034 edt S Sturgis
Part 3 Mission Details
The PGR has been invited to participate in MSG Mitch Young's Final Ride and Celebration of Life. We will escort MSG Young from Charlie Mike's Pub to the Special Forces Association (SFA) Compound. We will stand in honor while he is being interred in the SFA Pond.
Charlie Mike's Pub is located at 195 Starpoint Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28303
All participants are requested to bring a side dish for the Celebration of Life meal afterwards.
02 Aug 08
1200-1230 Stage at Charlie Mike's Pub
1300 Depart for the SFA Compound
1345 Arrive SFA Compound
TBD MSG Young's internment in the SFA Pond
TBD Celebration of Life meal
Gas and Food are available in the vicinity of the staging area.
POC is Bill "Team Daddy" Strasburg @ 719-244-4894 or mrbill6970@hotmail.com
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Updated 22 July 08 harly69g
MSG Mitchell Young - 25 JUL 08
Fort Bragg, NC
PART 2
We will escort the family from their residence to the JFK Chapel on post. Staging will be at the Food Lion located @ 6575 Fisher Rd., Fayetteville NC, 28304 @ 0800 hrs. Ride/Safety briefing 0815 hrs, KSU 0820 hrs to arrive at the residence NLT 0825 hrs, proceed to Ft. Bragg as soon as the family is ready, tenatively 0830 hrs.There will not be an LEO escort, ALL traffic laws will be obeyed. There will be no blocking of intersections.
Map to Staging area: http://tinyurl.com/6f6e8p
Upon arrival at the chapel, we will form a flagline and stand in Honor of MSG Young. Everyone is aware of the weather conditions we have been experiencing, however I would like to remind everyone to drink plenty of water prior to and during this mission, it will be extremely hot and humid.
All riders must wear long pants, over the ankle boots, long sleeve shirts, and a helmet that meets DOT standards as required by North Carolina law. The lead bike and trail bike will be required to have reflective belts/vests or brightly colored shirts/jackets. We will enter and leave the military installation as a single group.
Once we break down the flagline, we will depart as a group and ride to a parking lot off post where we will then disperse.
We are entering Federal property. No weapons are allowed. The Personal Protective Equipment is required by Department of Defense, and Department of the Army. I will be vouching for the group and will be held responsible while we are on the installations.
Staging area is a grocery store parking lot, no fuel available in the immediate area, however fuel is available at major intersections prior to reaching staging area.
Ride Safe,
Dutch Macomber Ride Captain & POC
mac304dutch@yahoo.com
910-263-9317 ===================================================
Updated 21 July 08 1108 Cdt by Sandra
PART 3 Mission info
Celebration of Life for MSG Mitch Young
The PGR has been invited to join the Young Family in a Final Ride and Celebration of Life for MSG Mitchell Young on 02 Aug 08. We will ride as part of the Final Ride procession. We will stand an honor guard with flags while Mitch is being interred. Details are currently being worked as to staging time and location. This event will happen in Fayetteville, NC.
Please let me know if you are planning to attend this, I need to get a headcount for the Young Family.
Contact Bill 'Team Daddy' Strasburg if you have any questions
(719) 244-4894 or mrbill6970@hotmail.com
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Updated 18 July 08 1529 Cdt by Sandra
PART 1 MSG Young will be arriving at Pope AFB on Sunday, 20 July 08 between 0900 and 1000 hrs. This will be an escort mission only - there will be no flag line. We will stage at the Entry Control Point for Fort Bragg located on the All American Freeway.
As you are coming into Fort Bragg move to the far left lane. Prior to the reaching the guard stations there will be a brick building and parking lot to the far left. We will stage in this parking lot. There are no facilities available at the staging area - no rest rooms, no drinks, no fuel, etc.
All riders must wear long pants, over the ankle boots, long sleeve shirts, helmet that meets DOT standards as required by North Carolina law. The lead bike and trail bike will be required to have reflective belts/vests or brightly colored shirts/jackets. We will enter and leave the military installations as a single group. After entering Fort Bragg we will proceed to the Pope AFB Entry Control Point. From there we will ride to Green Ramp. There are restrooms, drink machines, and water available at Green Ramp.
We will render appropriate honors on the arrival of MSG Young. Once he and his family are ready we depart Green Ramp and will provide escort to the funeral home. We again render honors to MSG Young and his family as they are taken into the funeral home. We will then stand down. I do not know if there will be an LEO escort. If there is no LEO escort ALL traffic laws will be obeyed. There will be no blocking of intersections.
We are entering Federal property. No weapons are allowed. The Personal Protective Equipment is required by Department of Defense, Department of the Army, and Department of the Air Force Regulations. I will be vouching for the group and will be held responsible while we are on the installations.
The staging area is located at
http://tinyurl.com/5ju7c9
Staging times will be 0830- 0845. We will depart at 0845 promptly.
Michael "Grnpaw" Haluski
Ride Captain
haluskim@yahoo.com or 910-273-4315.
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Updated 17 July 08 1700 Cdt by Big rock
MSG Mitchell W. Young
Fort Bragg, NC
20 July 08
PART 1
MSG Young will be arriving at Pope AFB on Sunday, 20 July 08 between 0900 and 1000 hrs.
Michael "Grmpaw" Haluski will serve as Ride Captain and will be the point of contact. haluskim@yahoo.com or 910-273-4315.
Michael will be posting staging time and location so please follow this thread.
PART 2
25 July 08
The memorial service for MSG Young will be on Friday, 25 July 08 at 1000 hrs at JKF Chapel on Fort Bragg.
Dutch Macomber will serve as Ride Captain and will be the point of contact. mac304dutch@yahoo.com or 910-263-9317
Dutch will be posting staging time and location so again, please follow this thread.
PART 3
Date and time to be determine.
Bill (Biker Bill) Cook
NC PGR State Captain
ASA '62 - '65
Proud Grandfather of Marine Cpl. A. J. Smith
and Army SPC Joe D. W. Cook ****************************************************************************** MSG Mitchell W. Young
Ride Captain Bill (Team Daddy) Strasburg, has been in contact with both the family and the CAO and has confirmed that MSG Young's service will be at JFK Chapel on Fort Bragg. Following the service, MSG Young will take a final ride to the Special Forces Association complex.
MSG Young believed in the mission of the Patriot Guard and it was his wish that we be there.
Bill (Biker Bill) Cook
NC PGR State Captain
ASA '62 - '65
Proud Grandfather of Marine Cpl. A. J. Smith
and Army SPC Joe D. W. Cook
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DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Master Sgt. Mitchell W. Young, 39, of Jonesboro, Ga., died on July 13 of wounds suffered when his vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Kajaki Sofla, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Bragg, N.C.
For further information, media may contact the U.S. Army Special Operations Command public affairs office at (910) 432-6005, or visit the Web site: http://news.soc.mil/ .
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| 14 Jul 2008 3:29 PM |
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| May God Bless and hold close thef riends and family of MSgt. Young in this most difficult time we are so sorry for your loss we will never forget you Mitchell we will always have you in our hearts and will forever be grateful to you for our freedom rest well our hero you are with God now. |
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ronwhite1976
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Summerville, SC
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| 14 Jul 2008 3:40 PM |
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To the Family, Friends, and Comrades in Arms of MSG Young, please accept my condolences on the loss of MSG Young. It is such a hard burden to bear to lose such a man. I pray that God Comfort you and Bless you in this time of terrible loss. I know in my heart that MSG Young was doing what he loved to do, and he made a huge difference in the world. He shall be sorely missed by all.
MSG Young, thank you for your lifelong pursuit of
carrying Freedom throughout the world, and the many sacrifices you made for us. Thank you for setting the example, for leading and training others, for your diligence, attention to detail, and the Ultimate Sacrifice that you made for us.
De Oppresso Liber!
Yours in Service,
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Ron "Tater Salad" White
South Carolina State Captain
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. Isaiah 6:8
"Step Up or Step Aside"-SFC White
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catbrooks
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Lake Mary, FL
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| 14 Jul 2008 3:43 PM |
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My family and I send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
MSgt Mitchell Young, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace... |
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"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
In loving memory of Sgt John D Rode
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sneakysnake
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Panama City, Fl.
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| 14 Jul 2008 3:45 PM |
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| Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the Young family. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers as a grateful nation mourns the loss of another HERO. His service and sacrifice on behalf of our freedoms will never be forgotten. May he rest in eternal peace. |
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James Davis
Dixie Region Captain
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, TN
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5603
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 14 Jul 2008 4:28 PM |
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| My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family and friends of MSgt. Mitchell W. Young. 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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In honor and memory of
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gottagofarm
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Forsyth GA
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| 14 Jul 2008 4:30 PM |
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| Master Sgt. Mitchell W. Young, I salute you. Stand down soldier, your mission is complete. May the family and friends of Master Sergeant Young know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Standing by in Forsyth. |
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Riding in memory of Captain Barton M. Renno, USAAC (Ret). 16 Nov 1913 - 03 Dec 1978.
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sdoise
Posts: 3448
Kinder, La.
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| 14 Jul 2008 4:33 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of MSG Mitchell W. Young and my sincere appreciation of his military service and ultimate sacrifice 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
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WalkingSlack
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Newnan GA
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| 14 Jul 2008 4:45 PM |
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MSG Young thank you for your service and sacrifice for this great Nation of ours. It is heroes like you who have provided the freedoms that we as Americans enjoy. Stand down soldier, your mission here is now complete.
To the family of MSG Young, my thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. |
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-Todd
USAF Veteran 1979-1984
Original membership date 2/3/06
There is no wrong way to do the right thing!
"It's all good".....but I still miss him...
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mailman
Posts: 12026
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 14 Jul 2008 4:51 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of MSG Mitchell W. Young. Rest In Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Jasper54
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Columbus, Ohio
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| 14 Jul 2008 5:36 PM |
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| I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army MSgt. Mitchell W. Young, who has made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while fighting to defend our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Afghanastan. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you bring your loved one home to be laid to rest. |
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Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
God hath not promised us skies always blue,
flower-strewn pathways, all our lives through;
God hath not promised us sun without rain,
joy without sorrow, peace without pain.
But God hath promised strength for the day,
rest for the labor, light for the way,
grace for the trials, help from above,
unfailing sympathy, undying love ...
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Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, 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 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
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
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
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ac57
Posts: 1544
A.L.R. Post 111 Dallas,Georgia
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| 14 Jul 2008 5:44 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of MSG. Mitchell W. Young. We are forever grateful for this Hero's courage, service, and sacrifice for our Nation. God Bless |
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A.L.R. Post 111
Dallas , Georgia
cell # 678 - 371 - 6321
Do your duty in all things . You cannot do more , you should never wish to do less .
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sdfraser
Posts: 206
Watauga County, North Carolina
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| 14 Jul 2008 5:52 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of this brave American HERO. May our Lord bless you with peace and comfort during the coming days. Thank you for your sacrifice. |
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Standing in memory of:
James Lee Dodd, Sr. USA, Post WWI
James Lee Dodd, Jr. USAAF, WWII, Korea
Ward Franklin Fraser, 1960-1998
and in honor of:
Ira Mundy Dodd, US Maritime Service and USA, WWII
Jim Couch, USMC, Viet Nam Veteran
Christopher Fraser, FL Sheriff's Deputy
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Slingblade3
Posts: 399
Hartwell, Ga
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| 14 Jul 2008 5:53 PM |
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| I extend my sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of MSG Mitchell Young at this time of great loss and tremendous grief. MSG Young, Thank You for your service and sacrifice; it is heroes like you that have made this the greatest nation on earth. You will not be forgotten. |
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DS/DS veteran,
Hart County Fire Dept. Sta 3
American Legion Post 109 Jr. Vice Commander
Royston Lodge #52 Jr. Warden
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milktoast
Posts: 2178
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 14 Jul 2008 6:12 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of MSG. Mitchell Young. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart forever. |
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Michigan Regional Ride Captain/Region 6
Florida Ride Captain/Florida National Cemetery Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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LZ__Morgan
Posts: 368
South Eastern Kentucky ( Estill County )
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| 14 Jul 2008 6:18 PM |
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| My Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and Friends of MSG. Mitchell W. Young. Our thoughts and Prayers will be with you. |
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Remember: That No Matter How Many Missions You Have Been On. All That Matters To The Family, Is The Mission Your On Today. By (~ Roert~ ).
Veterans Of Foreign Wars ~ Riders ~
Estill County Post 8019
Ravenna, Kentucky
Dept. Of Kentucky District 11 Sr. Vice Cmdr.
Still Serving Our Veterans
Still Riding For Our Veterans
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ivetret
Posts: 1727
Shermer, IL
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| 14 Jul 2008 6:55 PM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family of
MSgt Mitchell W. Young. I appreciate all of his contributions to our country and may there be a special place for him in heaven. All gave some and some gave all. He gave his 'all' so young. I will never forget.
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GI Johnson
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Lyerly, Georgia
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| 14 Jul 2008 7:00 PM |
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To the family and friends of Master Sgt. Young, you are in our thoughts and prayers. I have a son who is stationed at Bragg that was 7th Group. If there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to contact us. We have been through what you are going through now. We know how hard it is to face. Stand strong for your soldier, that is what he would want you to do.
Master Sgt., stand down now. Your tour of duty is over...someone will take your post now. You have been given a higher calling...one with your honored brothers and sisters who have gone before you and are waiting. Thank you Master Sgt. for your service. Jan and Joe Johnson |
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I'm no longer by your side, but there's no need to weep,
I've left sweet recollections I'm hoping you will keep.
Eternal joy and memories stay in our hearts forever
Strengthening our special bond that parting cannot sever.
Now it's time to journey on, so let your faith be strong
For I am in a better place...I'm home where I belong.
And if times of loneliness bring sorrow and dismay,
Don't despair, for I am there...Just a Memory Away.
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CarolineWM
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Topsail Island, NC
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| 14 Jul 2008 7:55 PM |
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| My family and I offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Master Sgt. Mitchell Young. |
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| 14 Jul 2008 8:13 PM |
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| My condolences to the family of Master Sgt. Mitchell W. Young. May God comfort you in this time of sorry. Thank you MSGT Young for your sacrifice to keep us all free. May the Lord bless you. Rest in Peace. |
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Josephep2003
Posts: 88
Johnston, SC
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| 14 Jul 2008 8:16 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of MSG Young. May God be with you in your time of sorrow and may He welcome this fallen hero to his kingdom. MSG Young, thank you for your service to this great country and your efforts against terrorism. |
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122d Engr Bn
"Copperhead 7"
SC Army National Guard
Riding in memory of my father
SSG Ernest O Padgett
741st Tank Bn (WW2)
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1armymom
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Virginia Beach, VA User Accounts Support Team
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To the family and loved ones of MSG. Mitchell W. Young,
It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences upon the loss of your Hero, who gave his all in the fight for freedom, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. May God give you strength until you meet again.
MSG. Young,
May God protect and guide your fellow warriors as they carry on without you; and bestow unto them, courage and strength to travel this most difficult path. I pray The Lord will grant your brothers the grace and perseverance to see the mission through.
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime, with intense gratitude.
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"Who kept the faith and fought the fight;
The glory theirs, the duty ours."
~Wallace Bruce
"For the whole earth is the tomb of famous men; not only are they commemorated by columns and inscriptions, but there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them, graven not on stone but in the hearts of men." ~Pericles (c. 600 B.C.)
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Posts: 750
Emerson, IA
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| 14 Jul 2008 8:49 PM |
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As I get ready to write to you, the words fall away as almost meaningless because of the pain I know you feel. I know, because I have felt that pain.
Know that you are NOT alone on this difficult path. Others are there to help you: reach out and embrace them, for they are offering not only themselves, but sharing with you that little bit of the Almighty that resides in all of us. This offering/sharing is what WILL give you the strength you will need to get thru. Trust me.
Any service related death, on or off duty, whether accident or illness, wounds received or KIA, warrant the Gold Star for the family. Don't let anyone tell you different.
I offer you my services, such as they are. If you want to talk, feel free to get in touch with me thru the PGR messaging. I WILL return your call/message. ANYTIME!
In the meantime know that my wife's and my prayers are with you.
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Western Iowa Chapter ALR
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SALLYRIDER
Posts: 253
Hiram, Georgia
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| 14 Jul 2008 10:21 PM |
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Our deepest sympathies to the family of Master Sgt. Mitchell W. Young. Our heart aches for you and you are all in our prayers. Please rest assured that the Lord our Father has a special place in his house for hero's and that is exactly what Mitchell is, a HERO!
Master Sgt Young,
Thank you for your service and dedication to keep my country free and my family safe at night. You are our hero. Job well done soldier, stand at ease.
Mark, Suzanne, Cassie and Garrett Smelser
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AKA SALLYRIDER
- OLD BUFF CREW CHIEF
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- RIDING IN MEMORY OF ALL WHO SERVED ON THE USS LIBERTY where 34 American crewmen were killed and 171 wounded in the combined air and sea attack by Israel June 8, 1967. (http://www.rense.com/general39/pilot.htm)
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JayDub
Posts: 1417
Ride Captain Norcross, Georgia
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| 14 Jul 2008 10:26 PM |
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It is with a sad and heavy heart that I send my most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of this much accomplished and dedicated soldier who served his country with honor and distinction.
I will proudly stand in sincere reverence and bid this Georgia son a heroes farewell and to salute his life and service to a grateful Nation.
Godspeed MSgt Mitchell Young
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404-444-4770
Georgia PGR..... Part of it.......Proud of it!!
“Your task? to build a better world,” God said. I answered, “HOW? This world is such a large, vast place; so complicated now. And I, so small, and useless am; there is nothing I can do.” But, God, in all His wisdom said, “Just build a better you!”
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