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Uffda 
Posts: 9823
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 24 Jun 2008 7:45 AM |
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Updated 26 Jun 08 1829 Edt S Sturgis
This mission is a Stand Down.
Please post Condolences Only.
Johnnie "Dliqnt" George
Ride Captain, Patriot Guard Riders
Virginia Red, White and Blue Book Coordinator
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This is a pending mission for PO1 Ronald Spivey, USNR, Franklin, VA.
Petty Officer Spivey was killed on June 21 during a training accident at Norfolk Naval Station. Ron was a veteran of OIF/GWOT and a 24 year Naval Rerservist. He was also the Postmaster of the Newsome, VA post office and will be dearly missed.
Contacts are being made and updates will follow.
Respectfully,--Johnnie "Dliqnt"
GeorgeRide Captain, Patriot Guard Riders
Virginia Red, White and Blue Book Coordinator
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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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semperpapa
Posts: 1300
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 24 Jun 2008 8:36 AM |
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My most sincere condolences to the family of PO1 Ronald Spivey for your great loss. May the Lord grant you peace and serenity in these times of sorrow.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. It will not be forgotten!
May God bless you all.
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Frank "Semperpapa"
"Red Beamer Rider"
VPF of a U.S. Marine
"God spoke Liberty only to those who love it and are always ready to guard and defend it"
Daniel Webster
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ChuckW698
Posts: 109
Virginia Beach, Virginia
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| 24 Jun 2008 8:47 AM |
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| I wish to say thank you to PO1 Ronald Spivey for his great 24 years of Naval service to our great country. You will be missed by the many who knew and loved you. |
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Charles B (Chuck) Wray
AD-1 USN 1960-1984 Retired
PGR Member #10902
Believe nothing just because a so-called wise person said it. Believe nothing just because a belief is generally held. Believe nothing just because it is said in ancient books. Believe nothing just because it is said to be of divine origin. Believe nothing just because someone else believes it. Believe only what you yourself test and judge to be true. [paraphrased]
Buddha:
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Harley LDO
Posts: 176
Virginia Beach, VA
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| 24 Jun 2008 9:19 AM |
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My sincerest heartfelt condolences to the family of Petty Officer Spivey on this tragic loss. I pray for the family in their time of need. God bless Petty Officer Spivey and all he stood for defending the freedoms of this country. His dedication and service will never be forgotten.
In deepest sympathy and respect.
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Dick Landick
CDR (LDO), USN(Ret)
USN 1960-1994
Vietnam Vet
In-country 1967-68 (NAVADGRU VN/Saigon)
Tonkin Patrol 1968 (USS ROGERS (DD-876))
Retired Navy/Retired Ford Motor Co
Retired from work but not life!!
"The Nation Which Forgets its Defenders Will Itself be Forgotten!"
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dliqnt
Posts: 352
Virginia Beach, Va R/C
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| 24 Jun 2008 9:38 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the friends and family of PO1 Ronald Spivey. His dedication to duty and eagerness to serve his fellow Americans is a direct reflection on himself and the United States Navy Reserve. As a fellow postal worker, his unique ability to keep our customers satisfied and provide a great service will be greatly missed.
Standing by in Virginia Beach.
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J. E. George
Virginia Red, White and Blue Book Coordinator
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Pinger
Posts: 2143
Lisbon, NY
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| 24 Jun 2008 10:07 AM |
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Thank you Ron, for your service for the preservation of FREEDOM ............... I Salute You
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ronald Spivey, PO1, USNR ............... and Hero |
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Charlie
USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands. We shall need courage, energy and determination, but above all, we shall need faith-faith in ourselves, in our communities and in our country." --- Thomas E. Dewey |
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1armymom
Posts: 399
Virginia Beach, VA User Accounts Support Team
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| 24 Jun 2008 11:38 AM |
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To the family and loved ones of PO1 Ronald Spivey,
It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences upon the untimely loss of your Hero, who gave his service in the fight for freedom, and in the defense our grateful nation.
May God give you strength until you meet again.
PO1 Spivey,
Thank you for your service.
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime, with intense gratitude.
Standing By in Virginia Beach
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Honor Our Armed Services, Pay It Forward!
Proud Mom of U.S. Army SSG Worrell, 202 BSB 4B/2ID Stryker Brigade Combat Team
2 Time Blue Star Mom ~ OIF
Forum Moderator: WWW.STRYKERNEWS.COM
DAR, Blue Star Moms, PGR District 5 'Hampton Roads'
"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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Uffda
Posts: 9823
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 24 Jun 2008 12:55 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
PO1 Ronald Spivey, USNR. 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, Ronald.
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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sdoise
Posts: 3502
Kinder, La.
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| 24 Jun 2008 2:46 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of PO 1 Ronald Spivey 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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Blue Dog
Posts: 1
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| 24 Jun 2008 3:19 PM |
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Ron was an outstanding man by every yardstick you might measure him. He was good husband, married for some 25 years, a great father of two fine boys. He was a good brother, a good brother-in-law. He was a proud veteran who loved his country. He worked hard and was rewarded for that hard work.
He liked people. He cared about people. He volunteered his time. I never heard a bad word said about Ron. You never expect to get this kind of news out of the blue, so sudden. He came from a hard beginning and never let is slow him down. He'll be sorely missed.
My prayers go out to his family. |
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vander177
Posts: 2936
Vandergrift, PA
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| 24 Jun 2008 4:26 PM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class Ronald Spivey. I thank you for your military service and ultimate sacrifice you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on the WALL! |
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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Jasper54
Posts: 5879
Columbus, Ohio
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| 24 Jun 2008 5:08 PM |
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I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Navy Reserve PO1 Ronald Spivey. 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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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
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 US, STRENGTH FOR THE WAY, GRACE FOR THE TRIALS, HELP FROM ABOVE, UNFAILING SYMPATHY, UNDYING LOVE...
Visit Me At: WWW.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. John Meyer, US Army WWI, 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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terrid76
Posts: 270
Lexington Park, Md
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| 24 Jun 2008 5:15 PM |
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| To the family of Ron Spivey,
Thank you for sharing him, not only with his military family and postal customers but the world. His presence touch people in ways that he probably didn't know about. I know that my son thought highly of him and expressed that to his father and me. I had looked forward to meeting Ron and sharing experiences with the Reserves and the postal service. I regret that did not come to pass. Take confort in that Ron will never really die. His influence can be seen in his children, his co-workers and the members of his unit. The things and values that he taught will be shared and remembered. I am so sorry for your loss and if there is anything that we can do, please let us know. Your son can tell our son, Steven.
God Bless Terri Doughty Postmaster Loveville, MD USAR 1991-2004 |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5196
Lacey, WA
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| 24 Jun 2008 5:33 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of PO1. Ronald Spivey, U.S. Navy Reserve/ OIF /Swot Veteran. PO1. Spivey, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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milktoast
Posts: 2203
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 24 Jun 2008 6:40 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of PO1 Ronald Spivey. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for this hero's service and sacrifice. May he rest in peace. |
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Janet
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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Calling Fox
Posts: 763
Emerson, IA
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| 24 Jun 2008 7:00 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, 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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Jim Kearney Jr
Gold Star Dad
TSGT USAF/ANG (Ret) Vietnam Era
Western Iowa Chapter ALR
"Nothing is more devisive than the hyphen."
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8021
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 24 Jun 2008 8:24 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of PO1 Ronald Spivey. 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 Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline 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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mailman
Posts: 12174
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 24 Jun 2008 9:16 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of PO1 Ronald Spivey. 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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papajonohio
Posts: 1153
Swanton, Ohio
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| 25 Jun 2008 7:01 AM |
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My most heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of Ronald Spivey.
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..."
In your difficult times be mindful that Ronald has left his mark on our world and in our hearts.
"Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world. For, indeed, that's all who ever have."
- - - - - Margaret Mead
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aoop
Posts: 2465
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 26 Jun 2008 7:59 AM |
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James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Iraq?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 1945
Lexington, NC
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| 26 Jun 2008 11:39 AM |
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PO1 Ronald Spivey earned my respect and gratitude when he volunteered to serve our country for so many years. His efforts to make the world a safer place will be remembered with honor and appreciation by this American family.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. You are in my prayers during this time of sorrow.
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 4272
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
FORUM MODERATOR
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| 26 Jun 2008 4:30 PM |
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BootLady
#34204
TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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CarolineWM
Posts: 94
Topsail Island, NC
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| 27 Jun 2008 3:15 PM |
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690MedCo
Posts: 4048
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 27 Jun 2008 10:41 PM |
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| Thank you 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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mlmsan
Posts: 2326
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 29 Jun 2008 1:03 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of PO1 Ronald Spivey, US Navy Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for PO1 Ronald Spivey's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. PO1 Ronald Spivey, 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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Larry "Sir Bear" Sanderson
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
Cell 770-500-6895
GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It
Ridding 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 serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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