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harly69g 
Posts: 8072
Ride Captain
Owensboro, KY
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| 20 Nov 2008 2:40 PM |
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Ladies and Gentlemen,
We have been invited to honor retired USCG Cmdr. Roland H. Buster on Friday, Nov 21st at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. Followed by a missing man escort and Military Honors at Willamette National Cemetery.
Cmdr. Buster was born in North Platte, NE, educated at the University of Portland, and was a member of the R.O.T.C. He served 19 years as a pilot in the Air Force and 22 years in the US Coast Guard, flying C-130's on search and rescue missions.
He was a cowboy at heart. He loved horses, playing his guitar, singing, woodworking, oil painting, sailing, traveling and most of all, flying. He was loved and respected by all who knew him and had a witty, somewhat wicked at times, sense of humor.
Ride Captain: Pete "Sledder" Blaine
Staging location: St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church located at 2310 SE 148th Avenue, Portland, OR
Staging time: 1030 (10:30am)
After the service starts, we will move to WNC 11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd Portland.
Staging: 1300 (1pm) in the lower parking lot. KSU: 1330
Rest in peace Commander
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
"Kentucky Rides With Respect & Honor" |
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DennisReynolds
Posts: 255
Oregon City/Beavercreek, Oregon
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| 20 Nov 2008 3:35 PM |
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| Cmdr. Buster, thank you for your service to your country. Yours was a life well lived, in and out of the service. To the friends and family of this patriot, we offer our sincere condolences. May the memories of him be filled with happiness. It will be an honor to stand for him. |
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Dennis "Roadliner 49er" Reynolds
Ride Captain
Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
USMC 1967-71
In Country RVN 1967-70
Proudly honoring those who served their country... |
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Trauma Junkie
Posts: 98
Jonesboro, Grant County, IN.
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| 20 Nov 2008 3:57 PM |
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My depest condolences go out to the family and friends of this TRUE AMERICAN HERO, THANK YOU, SIR. |
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John"Trauma Junkie" Petro FF/EMT
"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me" Psalms 23
Riding With Honor for:
Gary Turner USMC 65-67
William S. Eddy USN 73/76
William H.Eddy WWII Army Vet 1943-1945
Ollie G. Nelson WWII Army Vet 1941-1945 |
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sine qua non
Posts: 377
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| 20 Nov 2008 4:04 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Roland Buster on his passing. His legacy involves military service and for that we are most appreciative to be recipients of his commitment, bravery, and sacrifice during his enlistment. Rest in peace soldier. Thank you for not only standing for us, but also for the benefit of generations to come. |
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Steve Stamp - Marion, IA
PGR
VROC
US Army Europe, 1969-1971
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banditbob
Posts: 1147
Virginia Beach. Bandits 1/32 US Army
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| 20 Nov 2008 4:43 PM |
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| Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster. God Bless. |
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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.
OLD BANDITS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY |
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Uffda
Posts: 11021
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 20 Nov 2008 4:48 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster, USAF/USCG, 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, Roland.
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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mailman
Posts: 14736
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 20 Nov 2008 5:14 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cmdr. (Ret) Roland H. Buster. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 6243
Lacey, WA
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| 20 Nov 2008 6:01 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Cmdr. Roland H. Buster, U.S. Air Force Pilot / U.S. Coast Guard Pilot Retired. Cmdr. Gray, 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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Junius Henry
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satyr
Posts: 4887
Raleigh, NC
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| 20 Nov 2008 6:42 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cmdr Roland H. Buster, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard (ret). My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mr. Buster, thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedoms and interests. Rest in peace sir. I salute you.
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I've climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
Of sun-split clouds, — and done a hundred things
You have not dreamed of — wheeled and soared and swung
High in the sunlit silence. Hov'ring there,
I've chased the shouting wind along, and flung
My eager craft through footless halls of air. . . .
Up, up the long, delirious burning blue
I've topped the wind-swept heights with easy grace
Where never lark, or ever eagle flew —
And, while with silent, lifting mind I've trod
The high untrespassed sanctity of space,
Put out my hand, and touched the face of God.
- John Gillespie Magee, Jr
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satyr
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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tinsmith
Posts: 4
Goldendale, WA
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| 20 Nov 2008 7:20 PM |
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| Rest in peace old Coastie, from another old Coastie. Thank you for your service, you make me proud to know you.
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George MacGillis
USCG ret. Disabled Vet |
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Jasper54
Posts: 7042
Columbus, Ohio
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| 20 Nov 2008 8:25 PM |
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My wife Susan and I wish to offer our most sincere prayers and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of United States Air Force/United States Coast Guard Cmdr. "Ret" Roland H. Buster. We pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort during this time of such sorrow.
Shalom Alechem,
Ha’Mashiach Yeshua,
Chaplain Roger D. Casto
El Shaddai Ministries
Columbus, Ohio
Be Still, and Know
that I am your God.
Psalm 46.10
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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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mlmsan
Posts: 3539
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 20 Nov 2008 9:15 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster, US Air Force/US Coast Guard, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May your sails always be full and the wind eternally to your back. 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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gumijagr
Posts: 2004
Covina, California
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| 20 Nov 2008 10:23 PM |
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| Thank you Cmdr. Roland H. Buster for Defending this Great Nationin the USAF and USCG, so we can enjoy the freedom we now have, you will not be forgotten. Our prayers are with the family and friends of this Great American Hero! Ride Safe PGR Brothers & Sisters! |
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Riding in Honor of my Brother John: 2nd Marine Division, 24th Marine Amphibious Unit out of Camp LeJune, North Carolina over a year in Beruit Lebanon during the October 23rd, 1983 attack. Also in Memory of my Father: WWll Veteran Navy Phillipines |
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eagle_man
Posts: 1763
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 20 Nov 2008 10:43 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 Our Freedom and way of Life.
May You Rest in Peace, You 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
LISTEN FOR THE RUMBLE!!!! |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1873
Conroe,Texas
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| 20 Nov 2008 11:00 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster ,Thanks for being one of our greatest 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.
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."
Paul E. Babb Sr.
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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papajonohio
Posts: 2151
Swanton, Ohio
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| 21 Nov 2008 5:53 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Cmdr. Roland Buster.
Thank You to a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing the selfless act of giving of oneself to serve their 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 * * * * * * * * *
~~~~ Vietnam – ’67-’68 ~~~~~
“Roadrunners” – Convoy Escort
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YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
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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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hdpanther1
Posts: 878
District 7 Ohio PGR Ride Captain Kettering, Ohio
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| 21 Nov 2008 6:02 AM |
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To the family and friends of Cmdr. Roland Buster, my family and I offer you our sincere condolences on the passing of Roland. May God comfort you in your time of grief. His service to our Nation will not be forgotten.
Cmdr Buster, my family and I thank you sir, for your dedicated service to our Nation and your willingness to stand and protect our Freedoms. Your service and sacrifices will never be forgotten. |
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AKA "Big Daddy"
PGR Ohio District 7 Ride Captain
Riding in memory of:
Spc Jacob E. Melson 7 Jan 2006 Iraq
Pfc James Paul White Jr 11 Aug 2006 Afghanistan
SrA Kenny P. Hauprich 8 Nov 2007 Italy
SSgt Travis L. Griffin 3 April 2008 Iraq
"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."
Ronald Reagan
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4784
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 21 Nov 2008 6:55 AM |
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God Bless Roland H. Buster, 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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jaegers
Posts: 1298
Tipton, IA
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| 21 Nov 2008 7:24 AM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Roland Buster. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Mr. Buster; thank you for your service to our country. |
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men. Philippians 2--29 |
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sdoise
Posts: 4534
Kinder, La.
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| 21 Nov 2008 8:18 AM |
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I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Roland H. Buster 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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GARYCOLUMBIA
Posts: 883
Vancouver, WA
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| 21 Nov 2008 9:45 AM |
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| To the family and friends of Cmd Roland Buster, Marilyn and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies. We pray that the Lord will be with you and grant you peace during this time of grieving. It will be an Honor for the Patriot Guard Riders to Stand in a Flag Line for this True American Hero. |
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This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.
--Elmer Davis
Gary Everett
USAF A1C
1964-1968
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mr_stainglass
Posts: 753
Newport News Virginia
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| 21 Nov 2008 10:14 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of Roland Buster. Thank you Roland 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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Miss_Behaving
Posts: 1107
Hillsboro, MO
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| 21 Nov 2008 12:25 PM |
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Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends Cmdr. (ret) Roland H. Buster. We are saddened with the loss of another great hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in Peace Airmen/Sailor. Your Mission is complete.
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wvhusker
Posts: 5133
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 21 Nov 2008 1:40 PM |
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CMDR (Ret) Buster,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
“WVHusker”
Tom & Kelly Epperly
Ashland, Kentucky
Sr. KY Ride Captains
Kentucky BoD
SSG, US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
Riding in Memory of:
E.S. Epperly (1/06 – 7/92)
SPM1C, United States Navy
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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Roert
Posts: 2852
Erie, PA
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| 21 Nov 2008 3:49 PM |
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Our sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of this man who served his country over many years, and in two services.
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