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harly69g 
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KY State Captain
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| 21 Jul 2008 6:34 PM |
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Updated 25 JUL 08 @ 2257hrs edt by Sandy9999
United States Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jackie L. Larsen, 37, of Tacoma, Wash., became ill and died within 7 hours of non hostile action, July 17 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. She was assigned to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing, Beale Air Force Base, California.
The Family of TSgt Jackie L. Larsen has asked the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in the funeral services which will be held at the Ullrey Memorial Chapel at 817 Almond St., Yuba City, CA on Monday, July 28, 2008 at 1:00 PM.
http://tiny.cc/am5vn
Patriot Guard Riders to arrive at Ullrey Chapel at 12:00 noon to set up Flag Line and honor Family and Friends.
Final Graveside Services with Full military honors will follow at the Sutter Cemetery. 7200 Butte Ave.Sutter, CA 95982
http://tiny.cc/lwVCx
Patriot Guard will escort to Sutter Cemetery following 1:00PM services . Cemetery is about a 20 minute ride.
Visitation hours will be from 5-7 PM on Sunday 7/27/08 evening with Rosary at 6:00 PM at the Chapel.
Bill Hawkins - Ride Captain
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IMMEDIATE RELEASE
No. 614-08
July 18, 2008
DoD Identifies Air Force Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of an airman
who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Tech. Sgt. Jackie L. Larsen, 37, of Tacoma, Wash., died of
natural causes July 17 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. She was assigned to the 9th
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
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Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
"Kentucky Rides With Respect"
The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual.
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1armymom
Posts: 392
Virginia Beach, VA User Accounts Support Team
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| 21 Jul 2008 6:43 PM |
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To the family and loved ones of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen,
It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences upon the untimely loss of your Hero, who gave her all in the fight for freedom, and in the defense of her brothers and our grateful nation. May God give you strength until you meet again.
TSgt. Larsen,
May God protect and guide your fellow warriors as they carry on without you; and bestow unto them, courage and strength to travel this most difficult path. I pray The Lord will grant your brothers and sisters the grace and perseverance to see the mission through.
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime, with intense gratitude.
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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
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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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sdoise
Posts: 3455
Kinder, La.
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| 21 Jul 2008 6:50 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of TSgt. Jackie L. Larson 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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aoop
Posts: 2441
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 21 Jul 2008 7:13 PM |
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| Thank You Airman. |
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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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milktoast
Posts: 2186
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 21 Jul 2008 7:29 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of TSgt. Jackie Larsen. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for her service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart forever. |
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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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mailman
Posts: 12055
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 21 Jul 2008 8:17 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen. Rest in Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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catbrooks
Posts: 1554
Lake Mary, FL
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| 21 Jul 2008 8:22 PM |
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My family and I send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
TSgt Jackie Larsen, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace... |
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Cat
"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
In loving memory of Sgt John D Rode
KIA 02/14/07 Baquaba Iraq |
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Jasper54
Posts: 5833
Columbus, Ohio
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| 21 Jul 2008 9:02 PM |
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| I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Air Force TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen, who has made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while fighting to defend our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Iraq. 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 strength for the day,
rest for the labor, light 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. 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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Calling Fox
Posts: 750
Emerson, IA
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| 21 Jul 2008 9:20 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, on or off duty, 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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flopper
Posts: 60
Southeast District Captain )( Director - American Legion Riders) West Richland, WA.
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| 21 Jul 2008 9:21 PM |
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TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen, thank you from a grateful nation for your sacrifice you are a True American HERO and May God Bless all your family and friends in this time of sorrow.
SOLDIER
I was that which others did not want to be.
I went where others Feared to go, and did what others Failed to do.
I asked nothing from those who gave nothing, and reluctantly accepted the thought of eternal loneliness… should I fail.
I have seen the Face of terror; Felt the stinging cold of Fear; and enjoyed the sweet taste of a moments love.
I have cried, Pained, and Hoped… but most of all, I have lived times others would say were best Forgotten.
At least someday I will be able to say that I was proud of what I was… a Soldier.
Soldiers Creed
I am an American Soldier.
I am a Warrior and a member of a team.
I serve the people of the United States
And live the Army Values.
David (Flopper) Reitz / Southeast District Captain - Washington
Director - American Legion Riders / Kenn – Pasco 34
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5134
Lacey, WA
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| 21 Jul 2008 10:46 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen, U.S. Air Force / OIF. TSgt. Larsen, 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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 7976
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 22 Jul 2008 3:10 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of TSgt Jackie L. Larsen. 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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vander177
Posts: 2906
Vandergrift, PA
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| 22 Jul 2008 5:09 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Air Force Tech Sergeant jackie L. Larsen. 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.
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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
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mlmsan
Posts: 2266
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 22 Jul 2008 6:48 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen, US Air Force Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Her for my freedom. TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home and you soar through the Heavenly skies with the wings of an Eagle.
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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davec
Posts: 364
Stevenson, WA
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:42 AM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of TSgt Jackie Larsen. May our Heavenly Father bless you with his love and peace during these difficult times. TSgt Larsen, you are a true American Hero and Patriot. Thank you for ensuring the freedoms my family and I enjoy each and every day. Your sacrifices shall never be forgotten, and you will never be forgotton. God's speed ma'am. |
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Dave "Dirt" Cox
Ride Captain
Stevenson, WA
Whoever said rain dampens the spirit wasn't a member of the PGR!!! |
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GARYCOLUMBIA
Posts: 839
Vancouver, WA
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:43 AM |
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| To the family and friends of TSgt Jackie Larsen, 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 healing.
If invited The Patriot Guard Riders will be Proud to Stand and Honor this Great 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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Rondawg
Posts: 244
Madisonville, Republic of Texas
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:51 AM |
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Thank you, TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen for your service to this Nation. It is because of patriots such as you that I, my family, and the rest of this great Nation are able to lead the lives we do. It is the soldier that gives us freedom, not the politicians. Only two people ever died for our freedoms. One was Jesus Christ and the other was the American Soldier. The least I can do is pay homage and respect to this Hero and his family.
To the family of this American Hero: We as a nation grieve with you in your loss. His adherence to “Duty to God and Country” will not be forgotten. Death is a time to rejoice in the life someone had and the lives they touched on this earth. Life is but a blink of an eye. May the Great Architect take this Hero and his family into his council, protect and heal them.
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You don't have to love war, but you do have to love the Warrior!
The sound of 200 people holding flags -- is deafening.
Rondawg
PGR Member #2799
Madisonville, Republic of Texas
Riding in Honor of:
Wm. Travis Nelson (USN / Korean War) Brother
Ryan L. Nelson (USN / Pentagon on 9/11/01) Son
Warant Officer Brandon Leggett (7th Calv. Chopper Pilot/ Operation Iraq Freedom) Son-in-law (returning to Iraq in July 2008 with 6/17 calv)
Sgt. Perry Kuykendauhl (Ranger / Omaha Beach) Uncle
Lt. Joel Nelson (101 Airborn / Nam) Cousin
Sgt. Ralph Brisco (USMC / Iwo Jima) Friend
And in HONOR and MEMORY of:
PFC Brett Tribble (Friend), PFC Jeff Shaffer, PGR Member George Griffith, Staff Sgt. Ed Reynolds, CPL Benji Rosales, Spc. Carl Eason, Cpt. David M. Fraser, Sgt.Gary S. Johnston (Son of a friend), SSgt. Gary C. Johnston (KIA Viet Nam: Uncle of Sgt. Gary S. Johnston), Pfc Cory Koster, Sgt. Ryan P. Green, Pfc Larry Guyton, Lnc Cpl Bobby Twitty, Sgt. Randell Olguin and ALL past and present who have served for this Country. I am Proud and Honored to do so. |
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dlinjerdal
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| 22 Jul 2008 7:52 AM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the friends and family of TSgt.Larsen in this most difficult time we are so sorry for your loss we will never forget you Jackie we will always have you in our hearts and forever be grateful to you for our freedom rest well our hero you are with God now. |
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Uffda
Posts: 9756
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 22 Jul 2008 8:26 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know
your loced one was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you always. She will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Jackie.
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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FlyingTigress
Posts: 11
Tacoma, WA
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| 22 Jul 2008 8:32 AM |
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Stand down and take your rest from a job "Well Done", and may G_d bless and keep you, Jackie, and your family.
If PGR is invited, I -- "Daylight" -- would be honored to stand the flagline to support and shield your family.
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"Daylight"
Ride Captain (in Training)
Riding in honor of my father: K.G. Lindell, COL, USAF, USMA Jan 43, CO 28th FS, 3FG Chinese-American Composite Wing, 14th AAF, SS, LOM, DFC, PH, AM(2), PUC, AFCM, ADSM, ACM, APSM (3), WW2VM, NDSM (2), AFLSA (6), Order of the Resplendent Banner (2) RoC Taiwan -- on eternal flight patrol: USMA Post Cemetery; my uncle, A.M. Lindell, COL USMC (Ret'd): Iwo, Okinawa; and my uncle G.H. Lindell, CPT, USN (Decd) |
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Cipher
Posts: 372
Gresham/Portland Oregon(e)
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| 22 Jul 2008 9:09 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends.
Our Hero Will Not Be Forgotten Here!!!
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5611
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 22 Jul 2008 11:10 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen. Thank you, Jackie, 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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satyr
Posts: 3616
Raleigh, NC
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| 22 Jul 2008 11:11 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of TSgt Jackie L. Larsen. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Jackie. Rest in peace airman. I salute you.
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satyr
Steve
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 heros never dies.
Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
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Miss_Behaving
Posts: 657
Hillsboro, MO
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| 22 Jul 2008 12:01 PM |
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Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen. 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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bbuch
Posts: 132
Mooresville NC
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| 22 Jul 2008 12:52 PM |
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| I wish to pass on my condolences to the family and friends of TSgt. Jackie L. Larsen May your hearts be comforted and his soul be at peace It is my prayer that God will watch over and provide strength to each of you during this period of grief. May God bless you and your family, friends and comrades! Thank you for your service to this great nation. |
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