Wescoot2 
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A Pennsylvania National Guard member died after collapsing in 104-degree
heat on her first day patrolling the Arizona-Mexico border, a guard
spokesman said Friday.
Spc. Kirsten Fike was two hours into the training mission near Yuma when she
collapsed Wednesday. She died the next day at a hospital, guard spokesman
Capt. Cory Angell said.
Angell said the guard has not yet determined the cause of death.
Fike, 36, joined the guard in June after having served on active duty in the
Air Force. She was a member of the Greensburg-based detachment of the 28th
Military Police Co. About 60 members of the company were serving their
annual two-week training by working along the border.
All incoming National Guard soldiers are advised about the heat precautions
before and after arriving in Arizona, said Maj. Paul Aguirre, spokesman for
the Arizona National Guard.
Fike is survived by her 13-year-old son, Cody, Gov. Ed Rendell said in a
statement.
President Bush announced plans in May to send 6,000 National Guard troops
from across the country to support the Border Patrol. Bush said the mission
would free up Border Patrol officers for active patrols while the guard
members built fences, conducted routine surveillance and took care of
administrative duties.
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teachr
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Orange County, NY
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| 11 Aug 2006 11:34 PM |
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Rest in peace Spc. Fike
and may your family and friends find comfort in that peace.
Thank you for your unselfish service to this country.
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tessrollins
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Frederick, MD
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| 12 Aug 2006 12:13 AM |
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Sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Kirsten Fike. We are honored to have had her serve our country and stand guard at our border. Words cannot comfort as much as I hope your memories may...I hope you will feel her spirit near you always.
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huggieB
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Rainier WA
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| 12 Aug 2006 12:14 AM |
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| Our Condolences to the Family & Friends of Spc. Kirsten Fike.. |
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RODinCAGE
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Jacksonville, FL
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| 12 Aug 2006 1:09 AM |
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My prayers go out to the family and friends of Spc. Kirsten Fike. I pray that God will give you the comfort and strength you need in this time of sorrow.
I pray that you find comfort in knowing that Spc Fike is already welcomed home in Heaven.
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hollywood68
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Pittsburgh, PA
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| 12 Aug 2006 4:35 AM |
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My condolances and thanks to the family of Spc Fike. Spc Fike thank you for your service and your sacrifice for all of us. Your defense of this country and all who live here shall not be forgotten. May you rest in peace.
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ivetret
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Shermer, IL
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| 12 Aug 2006 4:41 AM |
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My condolences and blessings to the family for thier loss.
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RustPicker
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| 12 Aug 2006 4:58 AM |
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Prayers and condolences to the family for their loss.
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RangerG
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Downingtown, PA
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| 12 Aug 2006 6:04 AM |
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| My condolances to the family and friends of Spc Fike. |
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Rambo
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Leeper Pa.
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| 12 Aug 2006 6:28 AM |
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| My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of spc. Fike And to Cody,Taylor, and Tanner I hope the pain and sorrow pass in time and are replaced with pride. Your mom is an American Hero ! We all thank her for her service. John ( Rambo ) Newman |
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jim1948
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grove city,pa
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| 12 Aug 2006 6:37 AM |
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| Rest in the peace of the Lord Spc Kristen Fike. Cody, Tanner,and Taylor your mom was doing the right thing, bless you also. |
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Ship A'Hoy
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| 12 Aug 2006 7:08 AM |
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| Prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Kirsten Fike. We are honored to have had her serve our country and stand guard at our border. |
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CE1SeaBee
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Stewartstown, PA. PA Assistant State Captain
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| 12 Aug 2006 7:09 AM |
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REST IN PEACE Spc Fike.
Cody, Our most sincere condolences for your lose and our prayers to you and all of your family in the coming weeks and months. Keep your mom's memory forever as one of an American Hero and patriot who served her country in a time of need with no hesitiation. It is for these heros that the country will survive and prosper. Always remember the veterans and servicemen/women who are serving to keep you free.
GOD BLESS YOU AND PROTECT YOUR FAMILY.
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jif48
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Marysville Ohio
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| 12 Aug 2006 7:10 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends
of Spc. Kirsten Fike.
Kirsten, rest easy now....you will not be forgotten.
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The hero is one who kindles a great light in the world, who sets up blazing torches in the dark streets of life for men to see by.
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StBns
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Azle, Texas
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| 12 Aug 2006 8:08 AM |
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My most heart felt condolences to you Cody. Your mother, may she rest in peace, was doing what she thought best.
To her family... Be proud of her.
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Tina CMA
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Avondale, AZ
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| 12 Aug 2006 8:14 AM |
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| Thank you for your service Spc. Fike. Our country is a safer place because of people like you. To your son know your mom was doing the right thing serving her country. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to come your way. Cody always be proud of your mom is was a special person. |
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PTate
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Moore, OK; Central Oklahoma RC
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| 12 Aug 2006 8:50 AM |
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My heartfelt thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Spc Kirsten Fike.
Thank you Spc Fike for your service to our country.
Cody, know that there are thousands of people who are mourning your loss with you. You are not alone. |
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I did not serve; but, I definitely CARE!!!!
I stand BEHIND our troops!! If you don't agree, please feel free to stand IN FRONT of them.
I will STAND TALL AND SILENT until I can no longer stand and then I will STAND TALL and LOUDLY welcome them to Heaven's Gates.
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ultraclassic
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CaptainKip
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Outside of Gettysburg, PA
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| 12 Aug 2006 11:43 AM |
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May God bless and keep Kirsten always and comfort her family and loved ones in their grief.
Cody, your mom is a hero. Always remember that. If you ever need anything from us, you just holler...we'll be there.
Standing by in Gettysburg.
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So. Central PA Ride Captain
Outside of Gettysburg, PA
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CaptainKip
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Outside of Gettysburg, PA
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| 12 Aug 2006 11:46 AM |
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Kip Hamilton
So. Central PA Ride Captain
Outside of Gettysburg, PA
USArmy 1978-1984
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ROJ
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Long Beach, California
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| 12 Aug 2006 12:46 PM |
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My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Kirsten Fike. May you find comfort in these trying times, for he is truly an American hero! Spc. Fike, stand down for your mission is complete and your service to this great Country is truly appreciated. Rest in peace forever.
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Danes
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Fernley, Nv
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| 12 Aug 2006 12:48 PM |
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My deepest condolances to the family and friends of Spc Fike. Thank you for your service to this great country.
GySgt "Danes" Dahnert
Fernley, Nv
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Roert
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Erie, PA
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| 12 Aug 2006 2:12 PM |
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Fike.
Tanner, Taylor, and Cody - Nothing we say can take away the pain of your mothers loss, but she was a hero, and she will be remembered.
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shovelhead85
Posts: 227
corry,pa
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| 12 Aug 2006 7:58 PM |
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| My Deepest Condolences to the family and friends of Spc.Kirsten Fike, you will not be forgotten ! |
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Pappy7
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New Stanton, PA.
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| 12 Aug 2006 8:19 PM |
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Our sincere condolances to the family and friends of Spc. Kirsten Fike. And to young Cody at this time of great sorrow and loss, your mother may be gone physically, but she will always be with you at every turn of your life. She will be there to guide and protect you as she has always done. Be proud of what she was doing to protect you and this country. Members of the PGR will always be nearby to hold your hand.
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