Wescoot2 
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Stand Down for memorial services.
All, the mother asked that it be passed along that she appreciates the thoughts and support of PGR. In this case, with the final resting place to be in Mexico, no further memorials planned in Le Grand, and her honoring Cpl. Granados' wishes of not having full honors, this is a Stand Down.
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No. 949-06
September 25, 2006 |
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DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Cpl. Cesar A. Granados, 21, of Le Grand, Calif., died of injuries sustained in Baghdad, Iraq, on Sept.15, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV during combat operations. Granados was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.
For further information related to this release, contact the 4th Infantry Division public affairs office at (254) 287-9993. | |
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PGR Mad Dog
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| 25 Sep 2006 3:08 PM |
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The CAO has been contacted.
As of now, the family will be flying Cpl. Cesar A. Granados directly to Mexico for burial in Mexacali, Mexico. There is a family request for no military honors in Mexico.
Possible Memorial Service to be held in La Grand, CA on Oct 31. The CAO is determining details and a possible invite for PGR. More to follow.
God speed Cpl. Granados. |
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PGRLabLuvr
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Naples, FL
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| 25 Sep 2006 5:33 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this CPL Granados.
Pegs down…
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flhtci_jim
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| 25 Sep 2006 5:37 PM |
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Our condolences to the family and friends of Cpl Granados. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.
Remembering and honoring Cesar and all of our fallen heroes in Poway, California. |
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bosky
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| 25 Sep 2006 6:59 PM |
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my deepest condolences to the family of Cesar Granados. May the Good Lord grant you peace at this difficult time.
Condolences from St. Joseph, MO God Bless....BO |
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mailman
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| 25 Sep 2006 7:31 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Corporal Cesar A. Granados. Rest in Peace Soldier. |
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eastbay123
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| 25 Sep 2006 7:31 PM |
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| I am so sorry to hear of your loss, a fallen soldier goes to a much better place and will always be missed. |
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NoNo
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West Fargo, ND
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| 25 Sep 2006 8:13 PM |
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My condolences to the family of Cpl. Granados.
Cesar " Thank You " for your service to our country.
Rest in peace soldier.
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conjon
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| 26 Sep 2006 9:49 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy & condolences to the family & friends of Cpl. Cesar Granados, a true American Hero. Rest easy Cesar, your mission is complete. Thank you for your service defending our freedoms... Rest In Peace. |
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conjon
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rjwheaton
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Santa Cruz, California (Northern California)
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| 26 Sep 2006 9:58 AM |
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Thank you Cpl. Granados for your service, and for the sacrifice you made defending our great country. I pray that your family, loved ones, and friends will receive God's comfort during this difficult time.
Roy "Genius" Wheaton
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mustang
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Laton, CA
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| 26 Sep 2006 1:38 PM |
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| We will never forget your sacrifice, Cpl Granados. May the family have peace of heart in the days to come. You have a made a difference Cpl. Rest in peace...Sir... |
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| 26 Sep 2006 9:45 PM |
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From our family to all the family and loved ones of Cpl Cesar Granados, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are as proud of Cesar and anyone could be. We thank you his family for such a brave Hero. We also thank Cesar for his brave service, and the protection of our FREEDOM.
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WWH40
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| 27 Sep 2006 6:18 PM |
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Our prayers are with the family and friends of Cpl. Cesar A. Granados. Rest in peace now, your mission is complete here on earth. Go soar with the eagles my friend. Thank you for what you have given to make our world free.
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GoldwaterRep
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| 28 Sep 2006 12:11 AM |
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I offer my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Cesar A. Granados. Your loved one's sacrifice will not be in vain. He will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort you in these trying times.
. . . . . standing by in Alameda, whenever summoned.
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Helldog
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| 28 Sep 2006 8:12 AM |
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This goes to show that this war effects all of our families from the biggest cities to the smallest towns. I lived in Le Grand for over 10 years. Two of my three daughters were born there and probably went to school with Cesar. It is a very small town consisting mostly of a few farmers and the people who work for those farms. I lived there because I felt it was a "safe" place to raise my children. They are all grown now, safe and raising families of their own.
If a Mission is called, I will be there. The smaller the town, the more I am inclined to show support. Our Hero earned it, not by dying, by living and doing what our Country asked of him, no matter the cost.
My prayers to our Hero's family, words cannot express my deepest sympathies for your sacrifice. |
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Teresa_408
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| 28 Sep 2006 5:18 PM |
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Cesar Was A Very Close Friend Of My Family And Right Now We Are All Devastated
I Personally Still Choose Not To Belive This Is Happening. |
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bhopper1
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| 28 Sep 2006 6:28 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Granados. May you find comfort and peace with the fond memories that will live forever.
Cpl. Granados is a true hero of the Americas....God be with you young warrior. You have served your time with honor. Rest now and know that you are loved and respected....."b" |
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oldgoldstar
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| 28 Sep 2006 7:46 PM |
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| May God bless and comfort the family of Cpl. Granados, and may you find comfort in remembering all the good things about this American Hero, Cesar Granados. We salute you, Cesar, we thank you, and we honor you for you service and sacrifice in the fight for freedom and peace. Now it is your turn. |
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PGR Mad Dog
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| 29 Sep 2006 11:03 AM |
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Stand Down for memorial services.
All, the mother asked that it be passed along that she appreciates the thoughts and support of PGR. In this case, with the final resting place to be in Mexico, no further memorials planned in Le Grand, and her honoring Cpl. Granados' wishes of not having full honors, this is a Stand Down.
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tomkatz4
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Florence AL
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| 29 Sep 2006 11:12 PM |
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| Our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Cesar Granados. May God comfort you during this difficult time. |
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rjwheaton
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Santa Cruz, California (Northern California)
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| 30 Sep 2006 11:13 AM |
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Thank you Cpl. Granados for your service, and for the sacrifice you made defending our great country. I pray that your family, loved ones, and friends will receive God's comfort during this difficult time.
Roy "Genius" Wheaton
Santa Cruz, California
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chariseyraud
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| 01 Oct 2006 3:12 AM |
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| Thanks to the family of Cpl. Cesar A. Granados. The sacrifice of this fine hero is what makes the Unites States great. |
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In memory of my beloved nephew
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| 02 Oct 2006 9:02 PM |
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Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. We now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
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