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Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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updated 23 Jun 07 at 1810cdt ~ oldiron
**************THIS IS NOW A CONFIRMED MISSION*******************
I have received confirmation from Jimmy's son, Jamie, that Patriot Guard Riders participation in his services would be welcomed and greatly appreciated. Although who we are and what we do was previously unknown to this family, after viewing our web site they feel we do an "awesome thing" and they would be honored with our presence.
Do to the extremely short notice, we will NOT be participating in the visitation services but will stand in Honor and Respect on Monday, 25 June during his final services.
Staging will be in the Riverview Plaza, 1248 N. State Route 2, New Martinsville, WV (http://tinyurl.com/23c6qp) at 0915, ride briefing at 0930 and KSU at 0945 for the short journey to the New Martinsville United Methodist Church, 10 Howard Jeffers Dr., New Martinsville, WV 26155. For those approaching from the North, the Plaza is located on your right, at the first light, as you enter New Martinsville. Those approaching from the South, continue all the way through New Martinsville, approximately 2 miles North of the bridge to Ohio Rt 7, continuing past the GoMart on your left to the next light, then turn left into the Plaza lot. For all, a point of reference is the New Martinsville Church of God, located directly across WV Route 2 from the Plaza and a Burger King Restaurant in the Plaza lot.
We will have our flag line established prior to 1000 to ensure we are in place before the family's anticipated arrival between 1015-1030 and will maintain our line until shortly after commencement of services at 1100.
At the conclusion of services we will, once again, set our flag line until Jimmy has been moved from the church to the hearse and then provide escort to the Northview Cemetery, a distance of less than one mile.
Have already spoke with the New Martinsville City Police who advise they will have an officer present at the staging area to provide escort to the church.
While I realize this is very short notice and will, unfortunately, conflict with other Missions of Honor in surrounding states, I would ask for as many participants as possible to stand to honor the service Mr. Stewart gave to this great country.
Please keep in mind the local weather forecast for Monday is for temperatures approaching 95 degrees during the day. Please dress accordingly. There are many restaurant facilities in very close proximity to the church for those needing hydration.
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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
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
"You have to go out; You don't have to come back" - USCG Search and Rescue Motto
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
  
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We have a Pending Mission in New Martinsville, WV for a WWII Veteran, James Stewart, 84, who passed away Friday, 22 June 07.
Mr. Stewart was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII, member of American Legion Post #28, Masonic Lodge 39, Moose Lodge 931 and a retired supervisor of PPG Industries.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Grissell Funeral Home and Crematory, 751 Third St., New Martinsville, WV 26155 with visitation being Sunday, 24 June, from 1500-1700 and 1900-2100. Funeral services are Monday, 25 June, at 1100 at New Martinsville United Methodist Church, 10 Howard Jeffers Dr., New Martinsville, WV 26155 with interment to follow in Northview Cemetery, New Martinsville.
Contact has been made with the funeral director requesting he offer Patriot Guard Riders service and support to "Jimmy" and his family during the services on Monday. He will make our presentation to the family and get back in touch with me.
As a sidenote, I knew "Jimmy" personally for a number of years during my career at PPG and found him to be one of the nicest people you'd ever want to meet, let alone work for. I also worked with his son, Jamie, my entire 27 years @ PPG.
Should we receive confirmation of this mission, although on very short notice, as much PGR participation as possible would be greatly appreciated. Please monitor this thread for updates.
Respects,
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of James Stewart,may God Bless and hold you close in this most difficult time,rest well James our hero you are with God now. |
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zredmanz
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Pearland, TX.
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:03 AM |
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| Veteran T JAmes Stewart, Your watch has now ended. I Thank You for the Sacrifice you have made to give my family and I Freedom. Your Sacrifice for this Great Nation will never be forgotten, Rest in Peace in the Arms of the Lord. May God comfort your family and Friends during this time. |
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"Freedom Isn't Free"
Riding in Memory of my Grandfather Frank W. Patterson US ARMY WWII.
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of James Stewart, WWII Veteran. 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, James.
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.
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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.
In Memory of Jon Dreymann 08-13-09 WWR NRC Who left us way too soon. Farvel min venn. |
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 23 Jun 2007 11:49 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of James Stewart, U.S. Army and WWII Veteran. Mr. Stewart, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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Jasper54
Posts: 7187
Columbus, Ohio
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| 23 Jun 2007 12:23 PM |
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| My prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends of this WWII Veteran and member of Americas "Greatest Generation" May the lord be with you to hold you and comfort you during this time of sorrow. |
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
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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
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, 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; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War;
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, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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windsinger
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| 23 Jun 2007 4:55 PM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF JAMES STEWART. |
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"HONOR TO THE SOLDIER AND SAILOR EVERYWHERE,WHO BRAVELY BEARS HIS COUNTRY'S CAUSE. HONOR ALSO TO THE CITIZEN WHO CARES FOR HIS BROTHER IN THE FIELD,AND SERVES, AS HE BEST CAN, THE SAME CAUSE. "
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
" NO MAN IS ENTITLED TO THE BLESSING OF FREEDOM UNLESS HE BE VIGILANT IN ITS PRESERVATION."
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ultraclassic
Posts: 2259
Proctor, WV
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| 23 Jun 2007 5:07 PM |
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**************THIS IS NOW A CONFIRMED MISSION***************
I have received confirmation from Jimmy's son, Jamie, that Patriot Guard Riders participation in his services would be welcomed and greatly appreciated. Although who we are and what we do was previously unknown to this family, after viewing our web site they feel we do an "awesome thing" and they would be honored with our presence.
Do to the extremely short notice, we will NOT be participating in the visitation services but will stand in Honor and Respect on Monday, 25 June during his final services.
Staging will be in the Riverview Plaza, 1248 N. State Route 2, New Martinsville, WV (http://tinyurl.com/23c6qp) at 0915, ride briefing at 0930 and KSU at 0945 for the short journey to the New Martinsville United Methodist Church, 10 Howard Jeffers Dr., New Martinsville, WV 26155. For those approaching from the North, the Plaza is located on your right, at the first light, as you enter New Martinsville. Those approaching from the South, continue all the way through New Martinsville, approximately 2 miles North of the bridge to Ohio Rt 7, continuing past the GoMart on your left to the next light, then turn left into the Plaza lot. For all, a point of reference is the New Martinsville Church of God, located directly across WV Route 2 from the Plaza and a Burger King Restaurant in the Plaza lot.
We will have our flag line established prior to 1000 to ensure we are in place before the family's anticipated arrival between 1015-1030 and will maintain our line until shortly after commencement of services at 1100.
At the conclusion of services we will, once again, set our flag line until Jimmy has been moved from the church to the hearse and then provide escort to the Northview Cemetery, a distance of less than one mile.
Have already spoke with the New Martinsville City Police who advise they will have an officer present at the staging area to provide escort to the church.
While I realize this is very short notice and will, unfortunately, conflict with other Missions of Honor in surrounding states, I would ask for as many participants as possible to stand to honor the service Mr. Stewart gave to this great country.
Please keep in mind the local weather forecast for Monday is for temperatures approaching 95 degrees during the day. Please dress accordingly. There are many restaurant facilities in very close proximity to the church for those needing hydration.
Respects,
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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
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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CE1SeaBee
Posts: 173
Stewartstown, PA. PA Assistant State Captain
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| 23 Jun 2007 6:42 PM |
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May GOD keep and comfort the soul of one who has gone before us and is now at peace. The family and friends have our most sincere condolences and sympathies. Mr Stewart, your watch and duty are over. You may stand down and take comfort in the knowledge that what you did many years ago was not in vain so those of us who followed you could in our own ways try to emulate your actions.
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FREEDOM IS NOT FREE, IT WAS BOUGHT AND PAID FOR BY THE VETERANS.
IN MEMORY OF SSGT KENNETH D KRALICK KIA 16DEC67 TAY NINH RSVN PANEL 32E 011
Tim Young
CE1 SEABEE USN 1971-1977 MCB23
Retired Baltimore County MD Police Officer
PGR 45377 07JUL06
PA ASC East
Honorary MD Ride Captain
717.993.6962
" NEVER FORGET, SERVICE, SACRIFICE, HONOR " |
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Starbike
Posts: 1376
Groveland, FL
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:50 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Veteran James Stewart. May God Bless You All.
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bumpnrun6224
Posts: 136
Glendale, West Virginia 26038
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:28 PM |
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| Rest now James you have served your watch faithfully , we have the watch . Bless the family and friends . i will not be able to attend this but i will be there in spirit as work conflicts with this service . |
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Sgt E-5
Desert Storm/Shield Veteran. B Co 326th Engr Bn 101st Abn Div
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RAYHOG2
Posts: 710
MARTINSVILLE, IN.
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A warrior came home
From a war far away
In the heat of the battle
He yearned for that day
He served his country
With honor and pride
Never forgetting
The FLAG at his side
He stood the abuse
From the unknowing
His love for his country
Was always showing
Now he has left us
It is our turn to stand
Showing the respect
Owed by this land
Our FLAGS flying proudly
For him we assemble
From the rumble of PGR bikes
The ground will tremble
The Honor and Respect
For this warrior long over due
The PGR will be there
Standing for you
When it is over
And you are laid to rest
We will tell the world
You were one of the best
Thank you brave soldier
For all you have done
The PGR rides for you
An American son.
MAY OUR ALMIGHTY GOD SHED HIS GRACE AND GOODNESS ON ALL OF OUR VALIANT MIGHTY MILITARY. SECOND TO NONE.
rayhog2
17June07
Thank you, HERO JIMMIE. May you rest for eternity in GOD's loving arms. Because of HEROS like you, sir, we are still free.
AMERICA IS THE LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE IT IS INDEED, THE HOME OF THE BRAVE.
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Professional FireFighter and ARSON INVESTIGATOR (ret)
Riding with PGR pride, honor and respect in memory of my Father, John C. Grieves, Lacon, IL. USCG, WWII, 1941/1945 and a friend, USAF SSGT Billie "SAM" Roth. Lacon, IL. Abandoned in SVN 27June65. He still waits to come home.
Standing at the ready to honor our HEROS of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Any time, Any where because IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO. MISSION FIRST.
LIVE EVERYDAY AS IF IT WERE YOUR LAST ONE. IT COULD VERY WELL BE.
IT IS FAR BETTER TO DIE ON YOUR FEET THAN TO LIVE ON YOUR KNEES.
In the words of President Teddy Roosevelt, "We have room for but one flag, the American flag... We have room for but one language here, and that is the English language... and we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people." 1907
This is still valid today.
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Snowhite
Posts: 1488
Elsberry, Mo.
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| 24 Jun 2007 5:16 AM |
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| My Heart and Prayers will be with the Family and Friends of WWII Vet James Stewart. A True American Hero. Thank You for Your Service for Our Country. |
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We Will Always Remember
Vietnam Vet 67-68
85th Evac Hospital
PGR Riders
CVMA MO. Chapter 4-2
American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO.
American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director
VFW Post 9064- Commander
MO. VFW 9th District POW/MIA Chairman
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wvhusker
Posts: 5755
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 24 Jun 2007 6:26 AM |
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Mr. Stewart,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your 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. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will 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.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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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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Pa Gunny
Posts: 56
Waynesburg, PA
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| 24 Jun 2007 12:44 PM |
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Family and friends of James Stewart, please accept my condolences for your loss. We enjoy our freedoms of today thanks to men like James who served yesterday.
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Semper Fi
Barth A. Payne
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9238
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 24 Jun 2007 3:05 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran.
May you rest in eternal peace.
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Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - WO1 Dominic Sutherland - Ft. Rucker
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
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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ron1ok
Posts: 715
Triadelphia WV
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| 24 Jun 2007 3:14 PM |
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Thank you, sir, for your esteemed service to this country. May the Good Lord bless your family with peace and comfort during this hard time. Rest now.
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WV ASC North
WV RC District 6
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ron1ok
Posts: 715
Triadelphia WV
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| 24 Jun 2007 5:06 PM |
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We would be honored to stand for Mr. Stewart. See you at the staging area. Ride safe,
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Ron Jones USMC '74 to '78
WV ASC North
WV RC District 6
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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 24 Jun 2007 5:43 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of James Stewart. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for defending our freedom James. I salute you. Rest easy.
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Steve Roma
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 heroes never dies.
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temsr
Posts: 437
Youngstown,Ohio
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| 24 Jun 2007 7:47 PM |
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Tom Moody Sr.
U.S. Army 8th ID Airborne 66/68
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vander177
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Vandergrift, PA
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of WWII Veteran James Stewart. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this great country 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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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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ucraimx
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Huber Heights, OH
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The heartfelt appreciation of a thankful American citizen goes out to Mr. Stewart, who answered his country's call and was there when it needed him.
I send my prayers and deepest condolences to the family and friends. I hope that the fact that he is an American hero and is honored by many around the world brings you some comfort in this time of loss.
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USAF 1995-1999, Wright Patterson Air Force Base
The price for this freedom at times has been high, but we have never been unwilling to pay that price...We have every right to dream heroic dreams. Those who say that we are in a time when there are no heroes just don't know where to look.
- Ronald Reagan in his Inaugural Address
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| 25 Jun 2007 9:03 AM |
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| Godspeed, and God bless you, Mr. Stewart, for your service in protecting all of us. |
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Pa Gunny
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| 25 Jun 2007 12:54 PM |
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Greene county boys home safe and sound.
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Semper Fi
Barth A. Payne
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