wyldhog 
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NEWS RELEASES from the United States Department of Defense
No. 1036-06 IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 16, 2006
Media Contact: (703) 697-5131/697-5132
Public/Industry(703) 428-0711
DoD Identifies Air Force Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of an airman who was
supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Airman 1st Class Leebenard E. Chavis, 21, of Hampton, Va., died Oct. 14 while
performing duties as a turret gunner with the Iraqi police in the vicinity of
Baghdad, Iraq. Chavis was assigned to the 824th Security Forces Squadron, Moody
Air Force Base, Ga.
For further information related to this release the media can contact the Moody
Air Force Base public affairs office at (229) 257-3395.
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When a mans heart is full of deceit it burns up, dies and a dark shadow falls over his soul. From the ashes of a once great man has risen a curse, a wrong that must be righted. We look to the skies for a vindicator, someone to strike fear into the black hearts of the same men who created him. The battle between good and evil has begun. Against an army of shadows comes the Dark Warrior, the purveyor of good, with a voice of silence and a mission of justice. - Steve "Sting" Borden |
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mwdbruno
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Southwest Missouri
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| 16 Oct 2006 12:06 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers with this young Airman's family and friends. Amn Chavis you next guardmount is in God's house!
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RustPicker
Posts: 1445
Sr. R/C Hampton Rds/VA Asst SC
Virginia Beach, VA
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| 16 Oct 2006 12:20 PM |
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To the friends, Family and fellow airman of Airman 1st Class Chavis, my heatfelt condolences for your loss. Know that, if requested/invited we are here for you and your family.
Airman Chavis, you have given your all for all of our safety and way of life. We will honor you and never forgot that, and your legecy will proceed all after you. We will never forgot. I salute you, and all like you.
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Sr. Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Roads
Virginia Asst State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders (USA) (#1835 - 12/12/2005)
Combat Vets M/C Association (#880)
Virginia Beach, VA USA
Blue, Green & Brown Water Navy(s), Retired
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It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 16 Oct 2006 12:48 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Airman First Class Leebenard E. Chavis. The service and sacrifice of this True American Hero will not be forgotten. Rest In Peace Airman. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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Deputy 36
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| 16 Oct 2006 12:50 PM |
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To the family of Airman Chavis, my heartfelt sympaty for your loss. It is a small consolation to know that he was contributing significantly in the development of a National capability to assist the Iraqi people learn how to govern and cocntrol their own destiny. I salute his contributions and will say a silent prayer for his peaceful rest. Respectfully, a "fellow policeman" from the military family. Deputy 36
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big100hd
Posts: 487
Loudoun County, Virginia
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| 16 Oct 2006 1:23 PM |
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Airman 1st Class Chavis, We will keep you in our hearts and prayers.
MEMORIAL SERVICES are planned for Moody AFB this Thurs. Info has been passed to the GA SC. for a possible mission.
Respectfully,
Frank Baranyai
Virginia State Captain
va@patriotguard.org
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WWH40
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Jacksonville, Fl.
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| 16 Oct 2006 1:25 PM |
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Our prayers are with the family and friends of Airman 1st. Class Leebenard E. Chavis. 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.
Bill
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WalkingSlack
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Newnan GA
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| 16 Oct 2006 2:05 PM |
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A1C Leebenard, thank you for your service to our nation. Your mission is now complete, stand down Airman and may you forever rest in peace by the side of god.
To the family of A1C Leebenard, may the lord grant you comfort during this difficult time. |
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-Todd
USAF Veteran 1979-1984
Original membership date 2/3/06
There is no wrong way to do the right thing!
"It's all good".....but I still miss him...
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RedThreat600RR
Posts: 1610
Ride Captain Savannah, GA 11/11/06-Present
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| 16 Oct 2006 2:09 PM |
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To the family, friends and fellow Security Forces personnel in the 824th, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I heard of your loss yesterday while I was in Valdosta.
A1C Chavis' service stands as a testament to who he is and it will be remembered. He gave his all so that others might one day be free in the same way Count Pulaski left a comfortable life in Poland to come to America to help the colonists fight for the very freedoms we enjoy today. What more noble cause can there be?
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When you come to the edge of
All the light you know
And are about to step off
Into the darkness of the unknown
Faith is knowing one of two things
will happen:
There will be something solid
to stand on
Or you will be taught how to fly.
In Memory of LtCol Chris Smisson. Aviator and Friend.
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8022
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 16 Oct 2006 2:11 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero.
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flhtci_jim
Posts: 788
Poway, CA
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| 16 Oct 2006 2:27 PM |
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Our condolences to the family and friends of A1C Chavis. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.
Remembering and honoring Leebenard and all of our heroes in Poway, California. |
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USAF 1975 - 1981
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smokeybones
Posts: 261
Lake Ariel,Pa
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| 16 Oct 2006 2:32 PM |
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| To the family of Airman Chavis, my heartfelt sympaty for your loss |
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bennobles
Posts: 164
Halifax, Va - District 3 Ride Captain
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| 16 Oct 2006 2:36 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this brave young warrior. May God be with you all in your time of grieving. May Airman 1st class Chavis rest in the peace he died for.
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Sr Ride Captain District 3
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Marine Riders
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deltoid79
Posts: 3905
Tumoroid
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| 16 Oct 2006 3:08 PM |
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| My sincere condolences for the loss of another American Hero. I pray for peace and comfort to the Family and Friends of Airman 1st Class Chavis. Standing by. |
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I LOVE BEING A BIKER.....
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Kat_Orr
Posts: 3934
Loganville, Georgia
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| 16 Oct 2006 3:22 PM |
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| *hugs & prayers* for the family.... I'm so very sorry for your loss. We will honor his memory always, and we will never forget!!!! |
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The folded Flag is clutched tight…
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jerry8887
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Norfolk, Va.
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| 16 Oct 2006 4:21 PM |
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| Prayerfully standing by in Norfolk. |
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CAJUN
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| 16 Oct 2006 4:25 PM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of this true American Warrior. |
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Roert
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Erie, PA
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| 16 Oct 2006 4:33 PM |
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Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Airman 1st Class Chavis.
From an Air Force Veteran, your name will be remembered. Rest in Peace Airman.
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usnrn7
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Hampton, VA
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| 16 Oct 2006 6:34 PM |
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My deepest condolences and prayers go to the family and loved ones of this American Hero. A1C Chavis I have never meet you, but I will never forget you!
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If there must be trouble let it be in my day, that
my child may have peace.
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dliqnt
Posts: 352
Virginia Beach, Va R/C
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| 16 Oct 2006 7:00 PM |
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To the family and friends of A1C Chavis,
My heartfelt sympathies for your loss. From one "blue suiter" to another, "Airman Chavis, you have made us proud by your selflessness and dedication to duty." May your skies be blue forever. God's Speed.
J. E George, (TSgt, USAF)
1972 - 1990
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NavyGunner8204
Posts: 168
Virginia Beach VA
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| 16 Oct 2006 7:50 PM |
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Chavis Family and Friends, Deepest condolences from my family to yours during this difficult time. Know that Leebenard's sacrifice as well as yours will never be forgotten. May his Air Force wings guide him to heaven where he will recieve the Lord's wings. Take Care and if there is anything my family can do please do not hesitate to ask.
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Hero, we honor thee,
keeping safe your memory
I pray that our heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. (Lincoln to Mrs. Bixby 21Nov1864 following the death of her fourth son in the Civil War)
Charles W. Warthling
GMC(SW/AW) USN(Ret)
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momei
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Newport News VA
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| 16 Oct 2006 10:58 PM |
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Thoughts and Prayers for Leebenard E. Chavis, his family and friends. It's tougher when you lose one from your own backyard.
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"Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen."
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wvhusker
Posts: 4542
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
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| 17 Oct 2006 4:27 AM |
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Airman 1st Class Chavis,
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, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, 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.
WV Husker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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ridesaved
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where the wind blows free
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| 17 Oct 2006 4:52 AM |
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| airman 1C Chavis, you are our hero, the reason we stand united still... thank you sir, for your ultimate sacrafice to this great nation and it's people, for your gift to us all.... to the family of this true hero, my prayers and condolences are with you.. may you find the strength of peace and the pride of patriotism in this time of mourning... may you know you stand not alone... may the Lord of Glory hold you and unite you, may He lift your heavy hearts in this time as you celebrate the life and love of your son... |
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shiny side up n 24/7 Jesus... |
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amerbadas
Posts: 376
Norfolk, Va
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| 17 Oct 2006 6:12 AM |
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Our condolences to Leebenard E. Chavis, and to his family and friends. We will honor you memory and service, and we will never forget.
Standing-by in Norfolk. |
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Ed "Amerbadas" Lonecke
BMC(SW/CC) US Navy Retired
VFW Life Member Post 4809
AMA Member
Ride Captain of District 5/Hampton Rds
Patriot Guard Riders (42513)
Virginia Chapter 27-1 Executive Officer
Combat Vets Motorcycle Association (#1608)
Riding in Memory of my nephew; SPC. Matthew T. Wiley, U.S. Army; 11/01/82 - 01/28/07(http://www.dash-movie.com) |
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