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oldiron6  Posts: 0
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| 19 Jul 2007 2:37 PM |
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updated 06 Oct 07 1557cdt aranel updated 19 Sept 07 ~ 1208cdt ~ oldiron
This is the Final Itinerary for the two part Confirmed mission for the Patriot Guard to honor SGT Donald C. Trent, USA, Crab Orchard, WV, who was reported MIA in Korea on November 27, 1950. It is a go, all contacts have been made.
Part I.
A viewing a Murphy Funeral Home has been scheduled for Monday, 08OCT07 from 1800 - 2000 hrs. A 3 x 5 Flag Corridor will be set and a PGR Plaque Presentation will occur prior to the viewing.
Staging at Murphy Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 at 1715 hrs on 08 OCT 07
Briefing at 1725 hrs
Presentation at approximately 1745 hrs.
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Services at the Fort Meyer Old Post Chapel will be held at approximately 1030 hrs on 09 OCT 07 and interment at Arlington National Cemetery at approximately 1100 hrs. A Flag Corridor will be presented at the Old Post Chapel.
Staging at Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial at 0940 hrs
Briefing at 0950 hrs
Departure to Fort Meyer at 1000 hrs
3 x 5 Flags will be required for the Flag Corridor at the Fort Meyer Old Post Chapel.
Dress and gear requirements for DOD apply
Full finger gloves, long sleeve shirt or jacket, reflective vest or belt, (bright colored shirt/jacket) , over the ankle boots, helmet, Photo ID
Special Requirements for ANC
http://www.patriotguard.org/ALLForums/tabid/61/forumid/131/postid/493606/view/topic/Default.aspx
Flags will not be required for the ANC portion of this mission.
Your ride captain for this mission is Dave Price, who can be reached at anc@patriotguard.org.
Check back for a current weather forecast for Arlington, Virginia, on Tuesday, October 9th. Horses if you can, cages welcome.
Remember that our mission is to respect and honor this fallen soldier and his family. Stand tall and proud as we salute this hero and his family for their great sacrifice!!!
Jiggle and 96flgeez
Elaine and Dave Price
jigglegeezer@earthlink.net
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update 06 Aug 07 1953cdt Aranel
This is a confirmed mission for the Patriot Guard to honor SGT Donald C. Trent, USA, Crab Orchard, WV, who was reported MIA in Korea on November 27, 1950. It is a go, all contacts have been made. The final itinerary will be issued as soon as all details have been finalized.
Services at Arlington National Cemetery will be held on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at approximately 1100 hrs. Please check back as we may provide a flag corridor at the Ft. Myer chapel. Your ride captain for this mission is Dave Price, who can be reached at anc@patriotguard.org. Check back for a current weather forecast for Arlington, Virginia, on Tuesday, October 9th. Horses if you can, cages welcome. Flags will not be required for the ANC portion of this mission. Remember that our mission is to respect and honor this fallen soldier and his family. Stand tall and proud as we salute this hero and his family for their great sacrifice!!!
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Soldiers Missing in Action from the Korean War are Identified
The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of three U.S. servicemen, missing in action from the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned to their families for burial with full military honors.
They are Sgt. Donald C. Trent, of Crab Orchard, W. Va.; Cpl. Robert K. Imrie, of Randolph, Mass.; and Cpl. Samuel Wirrick of Lancaster, Pa.; all U.S. Army. Imrie will be buried Monday at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D.C.; and Trent and Wirrick will be buried at Arlington in October.
Representatives from the Army met with the next-of-kin of these men in their hometowns to explain the recovery and identification process and to coordinate interment with military honors on behalf of the Secretary of the Army.
In late November 1950, these soldiers were members of the 2nd Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, then operating south of the Chongchon River in North Korea. Their regiment's positions came under heavy attack by Chinese forces and the 2nd Battalion was forced to withdraw to positions near the town of Kujang. On Nov. 27, Imrie was killed in action, and Trent and Wirrick were reported missing.
In 2000, a joint U.S.-Democratic People's Republic of Korea-Korean People's Army team, led by the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC), excavated a mass burial believed to contain the remains of U.S. soldiers who died near Kujang. The team found human remains, Wirrick's identification tag and other material evidence associated with U.S. Army infantry equipment.
Among other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC and the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory also used mitochondrial DNA and dental comparisons in the identification of the remains.
For additional information on the Defense Department's mission to account for missing Americans, visit the DPMO Web site at http://www.dtic.mil/dpmo or call (703) 699-1420. | |
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Jasper54  Posts: 7046 Columbus, Ohio

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| 19 Jul 2007 5:32 PM |
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| I wish to offer my sincere prayers and condolences to the family of Sgt. Trent. His service and ultimate sacrafice while fighting for our nations freedom must not be forgotten. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to comfort and support you as you lay your loved one finally 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 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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ultraclassic  Posts: 2024 Proctor, WV

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| 20 Jul 2007 3:38 PM |
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Sgt Trent....Thank You for your service to our country. The sacrifice you made on a remote battlefield, far from home, shall never be forgotten. By God's grace, you shall be returned to American soil and give the final, respectful rest you earned and deserved.
Welcome home Donald. Your long journey has come full circle. May God grant you eternal rest in His loving arms. May you family finally have the closure they have sought for more than half a century.
Montani semper liberi, Donald. You are finally free.
Would be honored to attend/assist in any services for this true American Hero. Respects, Joe |
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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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temsr  Posts: 312 Youngstown,Ohio

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| 20 Jul 2007 8:32 PM |
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| My prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Donald Trent. His service and ultimate sacrafice to our nations freedom will not be forgotten ! He will finally be laid to rest in the home of the free because of Hero's like himself and many others. |
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Tom Moody NE Ohio Ride Captain U.S. Army 8th ID Airborne 66/68 DAV Life Member
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treygoose  Posts: 529 Hurricane, WV

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| 20 Jul 2007 9:41 PM |
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| Home at last! Thank for your sacrifice Sgt Donald C. Trent welcome home American hero; my deepest condolences to the family and friends! If able I will ride. |
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Bob "TBone" Smith Founder, Warriors and Veterans Assistance MSGT(E7) USAF Retired (1954-1974) |
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MickeyB  Posts: 2
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| 21 Jul 2007 7:34 PM |
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The Charleston Gazette has a nice story about Sgt Trent. The reporter wrote my brother's story several months ago.
I know Sgt Trents sister will be at peace now knowing her beloved brother is home at last.
He is a hero. He is forever young.
Rest in the arms of angels SGt. We are all proud of you. |
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Pegleg  Posts: 2727 Corona, Ca

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| 22 Jul 2007 4:00 PM |
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My Sincerest and Deepest Sympathies to the Family and Friends of Sgt. Donald C. Trent (POW/MIA)
A True American Hero. Thank You for Your Service and Sacrifice for Our Country.
WE WILL NEVER FORGET !!!!!!!!!!!!!!WELCOME HOME BROTHER.....................
SEMPER-FI ------------- Hero..........
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windsinger  Posts: 2572 Medina,Ohio

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| 24 Jul 2007 6:58 AM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILYT AND FRIENDS OF SGT. DONALD C. TRENT, ITS BEEN A LONG TIME,WELCOME HOME AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH HEROES. |
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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." GEN. DOUGLAS MACARTHUR "SEMPER PARATUS" USCG |
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ultraclassic  Posts: 2024 Proctor, WV

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| 24 Jul 2007 11:10 AM |
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I spoke with Tara Tuckwiller, journalist for the Charleston Gazette-News, who has been in contact with Sgt Trent's sister, Harriett Trent Duran. She has agreed to pass along my contact information and my offer of Patriot Guard Riders support should there be a memorial service for Donald in West Virginia.
Please follow this thread for any further information as it becomes available. Respects, Joe |
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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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oldiron6  Posts: 0
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| 24 Jul 2007 12:13 PM |
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Pinger  Posts: 2169 Lisbon, NY

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| 24 Jul 2007 4:40 PM |
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Thank you Donald, for your service and sacrifice for the preservation of FREEDOM............I SALUTE YOU
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Donald C Trent, US Army, Korean War Veteran, POW/MIA and HERO |
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"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands. We shall need courage, energy and determination, but above all, we shall need faith-faith in ourselves, in our communities and in our country." --- Thomas E. Dewey |
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ultraclassic  Posts: 2024 Proctor, WV

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| 30 Jul 2007 2:48 PM |
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Was contacted by Sgt. Trent's sister, Harriet Trent Durran, through a third party indicating she'd love PGR participation in his interment services at Arlington. She has indicated burial will take place October 9, 2007 at 1100.
Wrote her inquiring as to whether there would be services also held in West Virginia and offering PGR participation if they were intended. Will let all know the response when it is received. Respects, Joe |
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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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690MedCo  Posts: 4191 Huntington Beach, CA

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| 01 Aug 2007 10:54 PM |
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Thank you Sgt. Donald C. Trent for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends of this fallen hero to help them through these painful times. We never personally knew you but You will never be forgotten! FINALLY, you may rest in peace young soldier.
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Glen Owsley SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979 Medical Specialist 690th Medical Co (amb) 34th Medical Btn Ft Benning, GA U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982 Patriot Guard Rider Leave No Veteran Behind!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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Daryl  Posts: 726 Phoenix, AZ

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| 03 Aug 2007 9:49 PM |
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It is with a heavy heart that I pass on my condolences to you and your family. Your loved one will not be forgotten. Our brothers-at-arms will continue the good fight until we bring all our people home. Fellow Veteran, 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. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.
Vaya con Dios Mi Hermano!
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ultraclassic  Posts: 2024 Proctor, WV

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| 04 Aug 2007 4:56 AM |
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Received a reply from Harriet Trent Duran advising PGR participation in Donald's interment services would be most welcomed. Although she would love to have a memorial service in West Virginia, the health of some members of the family dictates this would not be feasible.
As stated in my above posting, services are scheduled for 1100, October 9, 2007, although she advises the family has been told to be at the "chapel" by 1030.
Any further information will be passed on as it is received. All info received, to date, has been sent on to our team handling missions in ANC. One of them will be posting mission information as they know it.
Kevin and ANC team....you have mail! Respects, Joe |
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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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aoop  Posts: 2581 Vidor, Orange County, TX

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| 04 Aug 2007 10:41 PM |
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| Thank You Soldier. Welcome Home and Rest Easy. So many prayers have been answered but don't stop the prayers.....there are so many Brothers and Sisters still there....Keep the prayers in our hearts. |
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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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HarleyGram  Posts: 123 Mars, PA

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| 06 Aug 2007 2:57 PM |
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| Our condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Trent. May God Bless you and comfort you during this difficult time. Thank you Sgt. Trent for your service to this country and defending our freedoms, you are a true American Hero. Welcome Home, it has been along time coming. May you now eternally Rest in Peace, your journey is done. |
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Rich and Jackie (Stewart) Bindernagel Proud PGR members
Riding in Honor of my brother Phil Stewart, (3/18/49-10/30/82), United States Army, VietNam Vet (1968-1969) and my Dad, Jack Stewart, (7/23/28-2/2/83), my guardian angels. |
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Aranel  Posts: 1928 Houston, Tx

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| 06 Aug 2007 7:11 PM |
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vander177  Posts: 3275 Vandergrift, PA

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| 06 Aug 2007 7:51 PM |
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Condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Sergeant Donald C. Trent. WELCOME Home Sergeant Treant, I have been waiting for you and now I hear that you are back on AMERICAN soil. I thank you for your military service and ultimate sacriifce you made for this great country in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price o f freedom is wirtten on the WALL!
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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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CPO Coastie  Posts: 14 Charles Town WV

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| 07 Aug 2007 9:50 AM |
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My heart and prayers go out to the family. I'm so glad they have closure.
Sgt. Donald C. Trent - may God bless you and keep you close. Be with your best buddies, and soon you'll be laid to rest with all the other brave men/women that have given their all for our country.
Oct 9th being a Tuesday I can be there for this home coming.
Joe - LMK if you all need me.
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"In times of peace - be prepared for war."
USCG Chief Radioman (Retired 1977-2003) - Semper Paratus!
1982 Yamaha XV920J Virago 2007 Honda Goldwing - RIP my friend.
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Pepper_guy  Posts: 6261 Lacey, WA

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| 07 Aug 2007 12:29 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Sgt. Donald C. Trent, U.S. Army, MIA Korean War. Sgt. Trent, Welcome Home! 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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custer7thcav  Posts: 6869 Hillsboro, Ohio

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| 08 Aug 2007 12:08 AM |
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| Condolences to the family of Sgt. Donald C. Trent. Welcome home; rest now, and peace will be yours. |
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custer7thcav In honor and memory of Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66 and Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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db4175  Posts: 878 Montesano, Washington

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| 13 Aug 2007 3:06 PM |
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| I wish to offer my sincere prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Trent. His service to this country will never be forgotten by those who have gone before and those yet to serve. May his family find strength and peace in Gods Grace. Rest in peace my Brother. |
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Riding in memory of Bernice T. Bach 1LT USA Nurse Corp. WWII, Saipan and in support of MSG Thomas Buettner a true soldier and my son-in-law. May God watch over them all.
Don Berry SFC (Retired) US Army 1964 - 1986 Vietnam 1969 -1970 1972 -1973 Freemasons Riding Club Patriot Guard Rider
“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
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Shadowflyer  Posts: 53 York Pennsylvania Ride Captain PA Region 8

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| 15 Aug 2007 5:24 AM |
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Our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero Rest in peace soldier.
Standing by in York Pa Chris and Deb Fortney USAF 70-73 PGR CMA |
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PGRLabLuvr  Posts: 8709 Naples, FL
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| 15 Aug 2007 6:52 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of SGT Donald C. Trent.
May you rest in Honored Eternal Peace.
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