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Sandy9999 
Posts: 470
Westminster, MD
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| 20 Aug 2008 10:19 PM |
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Updated 21 August 08 1141Cdt by Sandra
It sadens me to post America has lost another Great American Hero, Bruce A. Hodge, 57, a former Staff Sgt. in the United States Army, from July 15, 1968 to September 1979. He served with the 39th Combat Engineer, the 93rd Combat Engineer, (2) consective tours in Vietnam, was awarded a Purple Heart. Mr. Hodge left this world today. His sister is one of our own, Greta Meadows, GA PGR........
Visitation/Funeral: Wilson Funeral Home
555 West Cloud Springs Road
Ft. Oglethorge, GA 30742
Thursday, August 21, 2008
1800-2000 hrs EDT (6pm-8pm)
Staging: Wilson Funeral Home at 1730 hrs (5:30 pm) to set up a flag line
Funeral/Burial: Friday, August 22, 2008 at 1100 hrs EDT
Wilson Funeral Home
555 West Cloud Springs Road
Ft. Oglethorge, GA 30742
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Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery
1200 Bailey Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Staging: Wilson Funeral Home at 0900 hrs.
Ride Captains:
Annette Robeck
aka Dreamcatcher
TN State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
(615) 974-3046
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
TOU Enforcement Agent
ASA"Brat" - (Army Security Agency)
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eagle_man
Posts: 1754
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 20 Aug 2008 10:20 PM |
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| My Thought's and Prayer's are with the Family and Friends of this Great American Hero, who at Great personal risk stepped forward and Defended this Our Freedom and way of Life. May He Rest in Peace, He will not be Forgotten. |
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Ron Forbes
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
PGR member #96182
Honored to Stand for those who have stood.
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to
our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them
to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our
children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free."
Ronald Reagan
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adccop
Posts: 2782
Tonopah, Arizona
Ride Captain
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| 20 Aug 2008 10:21 PM |
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To the family and friends of Bruce A. Hodge I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.
To Bruce, Welcome Home Brother and Thank You for your Service to our Country. Stand Down your mission on this earth is now complete. Those that have preceded you are now preparing your place of Honor among Them. Ride with the wind and the Angels and may you forever Rest in Peace. Pegs Down for a Brother Veteran.
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GOBB
adccop
Viet Nam 67-69
Riding in Memory of My Hero Natalie
"It's Never Too Late To Say Welcome Home"
One more in the mission to ensure that our Warriors know they are supported and Never Again treated with disdain.
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dreamcatcher 
Posts: 2436
TN State Captain Antioch, TN
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| 20 Aug 2008 10:30 PM |
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Our condolences to he Hodge family, to Greta our PGR sister, May the Lord Keep His loving Arms tightly around you, to comfort you as only He can.
Bruce Hodge, Thank you, Sir, for your service to our Country! Fly now on the wings of the Angels, into the loving Arms of our Lord..........
Standing in spirit, in Antioch, TN
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Annette Robeck
aka Dreamcatcher
Proud Mom of an Army National Guard Daughter
Proud Wife of an USAF Veteran
PGR member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
A.L.R. Post #88, Donelson, TN
dreamcatcher@patriotguard.org
LET THEM KNOW WE CARE AND WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER...............NEVER FORGET |
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 963
Orange Park, FL
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| 21 Aug 2008 12:08 AM |
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Thank you for my freedom SSgt Hodge. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.”
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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
It's all about freedom! |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 6843
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 21 Aug 2008 12:19 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bruce A. Hodge. 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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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 2144
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 21 Aug 2008 1:25 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN SSGT BRUCE A. HODGE USA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME BRUCE AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. 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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Jasper54
Posts: 7042
Columbus, Ohio
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| 21 Aug 2008 3:19 AM |
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Please accept my most sincere prayers and deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort in this time of sorrow.
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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
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;
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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Florida Shamrock
Posts: 571
West Central Florida
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| 21 Aug 2008 4:22 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bruce Hodge. Rest in peace Brother. Stand down your tour is done.
Vietnam 68-69
Retired Deputy Sheriff
Riding for POW/MIA’s
“You Are Not Forgotten”
2008 Ride to the Wall
“When one American is not worth the effort to be found, we as Americans have lost.” |
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mailman
Posts: 14729
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 21 Aug 2008 5:49 AM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Vietnam Veteran Bruce A. Hodge. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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sneakysnake
Posts: 4834
Panama City, Fl.
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| 21 Aug 2008 5:54 AM |
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| Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the Hodge family. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Greta your PGR family is also here for you. Praying for safe travels for you and Cliff. We will be with you in spirit.
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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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Uffda
Posts: 11012
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 21 Aug 2008 5:59 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt Bruce A. Hodge, US Army, Viet Nam 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, Bruce.
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.
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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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Billboy
Posts: 1664
Webster, Fl.
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| 21 Aug 2008 6:04 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of Though You will be missed you will not be Forgotten,Thank you for your Service. May you Rest In Peace and God be with you.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, FL .
My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of Bruce A. Hodge, US Army/SSgt./Vietnam Veteran,Though You will be missed you will not be Forgotten,Thank you for your Service. May you Rest In Peace and God be with you.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, FL .
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acratliff
Posts: 2303
Charleston, SC
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| 21 Aug 2008 7:04 AM |
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| Thank you for your service Bruce Hodge. May you eternally rest in peace and never be forgotten. My sincerest condolences are with family and friends. |
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casper1115
Posts: 337
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| 21 Aug 2008 7:20 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Bruce A. Hodge. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. 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.
Kentucky PGR Rides with Respect !
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mpainter
Posts: 232
Chatsworth, GA
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| 21 Aug 2008 7:26 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Bruce A. Hodge. I am grateful for your military service to this nation. May you rest in peace Soldier, your mission is complete. You will not be forgotten.
Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called sons of GOD. – Matthew 5:9
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Mark Painter
Sergeant - US Army 1985-1992
D Co, 2nd Bn, 69th Armor Reg, 197th Inf. Bde.
Operation Desert Shield/Storm 1990-1991
Firefighter 1999-2002
Murray Co. Fire Dept.
RIDING IN MEMORY OF....ALL of those who serve, and those who serve no more |
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sdoise
Posts: 4534
Kinder, La.
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| 21 Aug 2008 7:43 AM |
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I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Bruce A. Hodge and my sincere appreciation of his military 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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papajonohio
Posts: 2141
Swanton, Ohio
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| 21 Aug 2008 9:53 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of SSgt. Bruce Hodge.
Thank You to a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing the selfless act of giving of oneself to serve his country. Thank You. THANK YOU.
FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
* * * * * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * * * * *
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FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
* * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * *
YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
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~~~~ Vietnam – ’67-’68 ~~~~~
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T-Bone
Posts: 2252
Georgia
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| 21 Aug 2008 9:57 AM |
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Our sincere condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of SSGT Bruce A. Hodge, United States Army, Decorated Viet Nam Veteran, and Great American Hero............Thank you SSGT Hodge, for your service to our Country and our Freedom, You Will Not Be Forgotten...........May God comfort the hearts of your loved ones during this difficult time.............Gretta, please know that you are in our Thoughts and prayers.
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Georgia PGR..........Part of It........Proud of It! |
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Uffda
Posts: 11012
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 21 Aug 2008 10:43 AM |
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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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satyr
Posts: 4866
Raleigh, NC
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| 21 Aug 2008 10:48 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam U.S. Army veteran, SSgt Bruce A. Hodge. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Bruce. Rest in peace soldier. 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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Miss_Behaving
Posts: 1107
Hillsboro, MO
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| 21 Aug 2008 11:23 AM |
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Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends of SSGT Bruce A. Hodge. We are saddened with the loss of another great hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in Peace Solider. Your Mission is complete.
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banditbob
Posts: 1147
Virginia Beach. Bandits 1/32 US Army
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| 21 Aug 2008 12:04 PM |
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banditbob
Robert K. Reynolds
US Army
3AD 1/32 Armor "Bandits" 1972 to 1976
(the original Bandits)
1st Cav 2/5 "Black Knights" 1976 to 1977
DAV member Post #20 VAB
Secretary Board of Directors, Indian Cove Resort
Our debt to the Heroic men and Valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid . They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices
(President Harry S. Truman)
During these days of many trials and tribulations that our land of the free are facing, let us remember to hold our heads up high in remembrance for those who gave thier life for our freedom and those that are still in harms way for this cause. Pray for the brokenhearted and proclaim victory for those who are held captive. Lord, You are the light of the world and we declare You to be Lord over every nation. We know your light shines in darkness and the darkness does not always comprehend, but we also know You light will always prevail. Amen.
Chaplin, Lorraine Richmond.
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mlmsan
Posts: 3539
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 21 Aug 2008 12:09 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of SSGT Bruce A. Hodge, US Army, Vietnam Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for SSGT Bruce A. Hodge's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. SSGT Bruce A. Hodge, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@comcast.net
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
Riding 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 now serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4784
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 21 Aug 2008 4:02 PM |
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God Bless Bruce A. Hodge, 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.
Dave
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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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