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harly69g 
Posts: 8072
Ride Captain
Owensboro, KY
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| 22 Jul 2008 4:19 PM |
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Sgt. Wendell Stepps
US Army Air Corps
World War II Veteran
Dothan, Alabama
24Jul08
Alabama has lost another great American Hero of World War II. Sgt. Wendell Stepps was a member of the US Army Air Corp and served in World War II.
The family and friends have invited the PGR to stand in honor for this great soldier. Please try and make plans to attend.
Funeral Service:
DOTHAN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
WEST MAIN ST.(HWY 84) INSIDE CIRCLE
DOTHAN ALABAMA
STAGING:
CHURCH PARKING LOT
FLAG LINE: 07:45AM
VISITATION: 08:30--09:45AM
SERVICE: 10:00AM - 10:35
ESCORT AFTER SERVICE
INTERMENT TO FOLLOW AT "SUNSET MEMORIAL" JUST OFF HWY. 231 NORTH
ENTERPRISE AREA RIDERS STAGING:
STAGE: INLAND STATION IN DALEVILLE (Normal meeting place)
HWY 84/HWY 85
TIME: 06:45AM
KSU: 07:00AM
ARRIVE DOTHAN APPROX 07:30AM TO STAND FLAG LINE AT CHURCH AT 07:45AM
TEMPERATURE IN MID 90'S WITH HIGH HUMIDITY. PLEASE DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS THE NIGHT BEFORE THE MISSION, AND THE MORNING BEFORE. WATER WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE MISSION, HOWEVER IF YOU FEEL YOURSELF BECOMING WEAK PLEASE FIND A COOL PLACE IN THE SHADE TO SIT DOWN AND LET SOMEONE KNOW YOU ARE FEELING ILL.
RIDE CAPTAIN: JIMMY SHIVER
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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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mailman
Posts: 14741
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 22 Jul 2008 4:53 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Air Corps WWII Veteran Sgt. Wendell Stepps. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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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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Sissie
Posts: 171
Phenix City, AL
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| 22 Jul 2008 5:27 PM |
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May God bless the family and friends of this great American Hero during their time of loss. Thank yyou SGT Stepps, for your service and my freedom! Rest in peace, sir!
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Sissie
Karla Childree
Phenix City, AL
We can't all be heroes, because somebody has to sit on the curb and applaud when they go by.
Will Rogers
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papajonohio
Posts: 2151
Swanton, Ohio
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| 22 Jul 2008 6:49 PM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps.
May your sorrow be tempered by the fact that we hold in our highest honor a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing a selfless act 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...
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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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mlmsan
Posts: 3539
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 22 Jul 2008 6:51 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps, US Army/Air Corps, WWII Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Sgt. Wendell Stepps, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Sgt. Wendell Stepps, 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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sneakysnake
Posts: 4838
Panama City, Fl.
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:07 PM |
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| Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the Stepps family. We are truly saddened at the loss of another member of the "Greatest Generation". May he now rest in heavenly 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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Bonz01
Posts: 899
Tampa Bay, Fl
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:15 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps. Thank you Wendell for your service to this great nation. You were there when we really needed you. There are a lot of great people waiting in heaven for you. I {{SALUTE}} you Sgt. Rest in peace. |
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Wanda "Conley" Frye
SGT US ARMY 1976-1983
Reserves,108th Trng. Brigade, Wilson, N.C. 84-85
Riding in Honor of Marine SSG Franklin O. Frye WWll, H&S BT,5th BN, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Div. He stands with me.
We'd never know how high we are till we are called to rise; and then,if we are true to plan,our statures touch the sky. Emily Dickenson |
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gumijagr
Posts: 2004
Covina, California
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:42 PM |
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| Thank you Sgt. Wendell Stepps for defending this Great Nation in WW2, 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! |
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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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8700
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 22 Jul 2008 8:14 PM |
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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 Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - SGT Dominic Sutherland - WOCS Ft. Rucker
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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Jasper54
Posts: 7042
Columbus, Ohio
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| 22 Jul 2008 8:24 PM |
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I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army Air Corps, WWII Veteran, Sgt. Wendell Stepps. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you mourn the loss of your loved one. |
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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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Uffda
Posts: 11021
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 22 Jul 2008 8:44 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps, AAC, WWII 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, Wendell.
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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eagle_man
Posts: 1763
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 22 Jul 2008 10:26 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 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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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1873
Conroe,Texas
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| 22 Jul 2008 10:35 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps,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 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."
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
A-RC / RG
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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690MedCo
Posts: 4191
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 22 Jul 2008 10:41 PM |
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| Thank you Sgt. Wendell Stepps 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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custer7thcav
Posts: 6854
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 22 Jul 2008 11:23 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps. 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: 6243
Lacey, WA
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| 22 Jul 2008 11:31 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps, U.S. Army Air Corps / WWII Veteran. Sgt. Stepps, 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: 2152
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 23 Jul 2008 1:43 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII VETERAN SGT. WENDELL STEPPS USAAC. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE WENDELL. 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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jaegers
Posts: 1298
Tipton, IA
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| 23 Jul 2008 5:56 AM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Wendell Stepps. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Mr. Stepps; thank you for your service to our country. It will not be forgotten. |
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men. Philippians 2--29 |
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Mrvnmartian
Posts: 155
Wetumpka, Al
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| 23 Jul 2008 5:59 AM |
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| My wife and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Wendell Stepps. Thank you for your service. |
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Dominic "The Martian" and Melissa
USAF - IYAAYAS
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4792
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 23 Jul 2008 6:37 AM |
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God Bless Wendell Stepps, 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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Billboy
Posts: 1673
Webster, Fl.
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| 23 Jul 2008 6:45 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps, AAC, WWII Veteran, though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you for your Service. May you rest in Peace and may God be with you.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, Fl.
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Miss_Behaving
Posts: 1107
Hillsboro, MO
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| 23 Jul 2008 10:45 AM |
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Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends ofSgt. Wendell Stepps. We are saddened with the loss of another great hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in Peace Soldier. Your Mission is complete.
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satyr
Posts: 4887
Raleigh, NC
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| 23 Jul 2008 10:59 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of WWII U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, Sgt Wendell Stepps. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Mr. Stepps. As one of America's greatest generation you will always be remembered. Rest in peace sir. I salute you.
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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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sdoise
Posts: 4547
Kinder, La.
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| 23 Jul 2008 12:39 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Wendell Stepps 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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"Wookie"
Posts: 1449
Olympia, WA
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| 23 Jul 2008 6:36 PM |
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Sgt. Wendell Stepps!
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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