RFTWDave 
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| 12 Aug 2006 10:15 PM |
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Statement by the Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Minister of National Defence on the Death of Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom
[b]NR-06.049 - August 12, 2006[/b]
OTTAWA - The Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today on the death of Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom, a member of the medical unit, 1 Field Ambulance, in Edmonton.
It is with profound sadness that I learned this morning of the death of Corporal Eykelenboom, who was killed by a suicide bomber approximately 100 km southeast of Kandahar City.
Corporal Eykelenboom was traveling towards Kandahar Airfield as part of a re-supply convoy when the attack occurred, and our nation grieves his loss.
My sympathies go to Corporal Eykelenboom's family and friends.
Canadians stand united in pride and gratitude behind Corporal Eykelenboom, and we will not forget his courage in the face of danger. While there are risks involved in this selfless work, our Canadian Forces members are fully prepared for the demands they face.
Canadians everywhere honour their unwavering commitment to our country and I commend their calling to this noble purpose. |
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Shadow Dog
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Senior Ride Capt. Orlando
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| 13 Aug 2006 5:04 PM |
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| God Bless you Corporal Eykelenboom and comfort your family and friends during this sad time. Thank for your service in our battle against evil. Rest in Peace Brother. |
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PCFD5246
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Winter Haven, FL
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| 13 Aug 2006 6:24 PM |
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I thank you for your faithful service. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. May God grant you Peace and Comfort. You are remembered at every ride briefing I attend and will continue to be.
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I honor and respect those who answer the call to change the world and give other nations, and their citizens, the chance to live free and establish a free government, it is their blood and sacrifice that writes the history of the world today.
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military granny
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| 14 Aug 2006 10:30 AM |
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To the family and friends of Corporal Eykelenboom
My sincere condolances to all of you. One of Andrews friends put it best" There would have been quite a few men in worse condition if it weren't for Boomer"
On a personal note to the family. Your son was the medic that was with my sons section. He has told me that Boomer was a great man. He looked after a lot of men women and children in Afghanistan, and was loved by all of them. God bless you Boomer for looking after my son when he needed you the most. |
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tejas96
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| 14 Aug 2006 9:49 PM |
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| Corporal Eykelenboom...Be at rest in the arms of God. Prayers for strength to the family and friends left behind in these days of sorrow. Blessings to all. |
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B.J.
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Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 15 Aug 2006 9:43 AM |
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| Cpl. Eykelenboom, thank your for your service to this cause for freedom brave solder, Rest In Peace. To his family and friends, my his memories bring you joy in this time of saddness.
With Respect! |
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Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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huggieB
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Rainier WA
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| 16 Aug 2006 7:39 PM |
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My sympathies go to Corporal Eykelenboom's family and friends.
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Lowell
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| 17 Aug 2006 1:32 PM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Eykelenboom. You are in our prayers. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. |
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 18 Aug 2006 7:52 PM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Andrew Kames Eykelenboom. RIP. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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stretchnit
Posts: 834
Flag Support Unit Mulberry, Ks.
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| 24 Aug 2006 10:08 AM |
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My deepest respect to the family and friends of this brave soldier. Cpl. Andrew Eykellenboom, you have served your time, rest easy my allied friend.
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bjenning
Posts: 336
Silverdale, WA.
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| 25 Aug 2006 9:14 AM |
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| To Andrew's loved ones I offer my sincerest condolences for your loss and thank you for Andrew's service in this global fight against the evil of terrorism. I pray you find a measure of comfort in the knowledge that there are thousands of us that share in your grief, and we honor Andrew's sacrifice. Thank you Andrew for your service. |
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Robert Jennings
FCCS(SW), USN (Ret)
Peninsula District Captain
Washington PGR
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Big rock
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IL. Ride Captain, Forum Moderator
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| 30 Aug 2006 11:58 PM |
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| Our Heart and Prayers go out to the Family of Corporal Andrew Kames Eykelenboom. |
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Honor, Respect, Honesty they are not words to throw around. They are words to live by.
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Ruffy
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Flag Support Unit Mulberry, Ks.
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| 01 Sep 2006 5:30 PM |
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May God watch over the family and friends of this great soldier. Cpl. Andrew Eykelenboom, you may stand down, your watch has ended. Thank you brave soldier.
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Flag Support Unit
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ItsButaDream55
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Anderson, Indiana Forum Moderator
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| 02 Sep 2006 5:20 PM |
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| I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Andrew Kames Eykelenboom, and my sincere gratitude for his service and sacrifice in the War on Terror. May he rest in peace. |
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SO NIGH IS GRANDEUR TO OUR DUST
SO NEAR IS GOD TO MAN
WHEN DUTY WHISPERS LOW,
THOU MUST!
THE YOUTH REPLIES, I CAN!
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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gyocum
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Utah State Captain Ogden, Utah
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| 05 Sep 2006 12:34 PM |
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| My heart goes out to the family and friends of this brave young man. He served proudly and honorably. We appreciate the service and dedication performed by our military friends and Allies and feel a loss there as one of our own. Rest in Peace Cpl. Eykelenboom, you served your country well! |
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Gary "K'huna" Yocum
Utah State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
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82nd_Airborne_Dad
Posts: 4222
Laramie, Wyoming
" God's Country "Retired National
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| 13 Sep 2006 5:32 AM |
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| Rest in Peace and God bless Cpl Andrew James Eykelenboom . . . AMEN |
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 30 Dec 2006 5:10 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Canadian Forces-1st Field Ambulance-Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know he was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Andrew. |
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690MedCo
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Huntington Beach, CA
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| 11 Aug 2007 10:58 AM |
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Thank you Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend freedom!! We send our condolences to the family and friends of this young soldier. Rest in peace.
Glen & Linda
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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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"Wookie"
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Olympia, WA
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| 30 Oct 2007 3:03 PM |
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom!
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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Jasper54
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Columbus, Ohio
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| 16 Jan 2008 9:21 PM |
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| My prayers and condolences go out to the family of Cpl. Eykelenboom. |
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Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 KJV
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Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988
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Double Blue Star Dad
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Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart.
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
And ALL of our Military Men and Women from ALL Wars who have answered that call and have paid the ULTIMATE PRICE in the battle to defend our nation. |
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Mr.Black
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Mesa, Arizona USA
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| 23 Jan 2008 1:48 PM |
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To the family and friends of Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom,
who proudly served in the 1st Field Ambulance, Canadian
Armed Forces, my deepest and sincere condolences for your
loss of this great Canadian
Hero.
James' dedicated service to his country while in Afghanistan,
will be remembered with the honor of his commitment and his ultimate sacrifice.
Vaya Con Dios James.
Repos dans la paix éternelle mon frère Canadien. |
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genegoss
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Northwest Orlando Mission Medic & R C
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| 25 Jan 2008 1:38 AM |
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His watch has now ended.
I will stand on the flag line in his memory .
I will bear silent witness to his bravery, courage, gallantry and patriotism. .
He has brought great honor upon himself, his family and to his nation.
I am humbled by his great service to Canada.
His Sacrifice for his Great Nation will never be forgotten,
Rest in Peace
May God comfort his family and Friends during this time.
Gene and Son Daniel
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It is a privilege denied to many
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