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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 4280
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 22 Apr 2008 5:05 PM |
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Updated 28 Apr 08 1857 edt S Sturgis
***** URGENT MISSION UPDATE *****
AIRPORT ARRIVAL
We have just received notification that our Hero will be returning to the Rockford International Airport.
Scheduled arrival:
9:00 AM (0900) Tuesday, April 29.
Staging Location:
Chicago/Rockford International Airport
Emery Airfreight
46 Airport Dr
Rockford, IL
Directions:
I-90 to I-39 S to US-20 Bypass West
US-20 Bypass to IL-2 (Main St)
Exit South (follow signs for airport)
At stoplight where IL-2 goes to the right – CONTINUE STRAIGHT onto Beltline Rd.
At stoplight for Airport Dr, turn LEFT
Go past stoplight for terminal/parking entrance
Emery is just past the light on the right.
Staging Time:
8:00 AM (0800)
Briefing:
8:30 AM (0830)
Flag line:
Upon flight arrival
We will escort our Hero to:
Collins and Stone Funeral Home
3993 W State St (Business US-20)
Rockford, IL
Be sure all equipment is tested and capable of highway speeds.
VISITATION AND FUNERAL
Date:
Sat, May 03, 2006
Staging Location:
My Father's House Worship Center
2405 Auburn St
Rockford, IL
PGR is please asked to find parking along Tacoma Ave to leave the parking lot for guests.
The support vehicle will be in the parking lot with flags and will be the meeting point for the PGR
Staging Time:
8:30 AM (0830)
Briefing:
8:45 AM (0845)
Flag Line:
Immediately following
Visitation:
10:00 AM (1000) – Noon (1200)
Funeral Service:
Starts at Noon
Likely to be an extended length service
Escort to cemetery to follow service.
Interment:
Cedar Bluff Cemetery
1200 Rural Rd
Rockford, IL
About 2 miles from the church.
Be sure all equipment is tested and capable of highway speeds.
Be sure to watch this thread for any updates, and as always SEMPER GUMBY.
Please come out and show the PGR’s Honor, Respect and support for the family, friends and community of PO1 Cherie L. Morton.
RC Team:
Brenda ‘MomHOG’ Meyers 630-742-2321 wd9egk@comcast.net
Gary ‘bogie’ Bogolin 847-812-7473 bogiediver@hotmail.com
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Updated 26 Apr 08 1248 Cst by Sandra
The PGR has been invited by the family to participate in all aspects of our Hero's services.
All information is tentative at this time. Please watch this thread for additional information as it becomes confirmed. Be prepared for short notice information.
Respectfully,
-bogie
SRC N IL PGR
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We have received word that the funeral services are going to be in Rockford, IL and we are in the process of obtaining an invitation from the family.
Please watch this thread for updates.
Respects,
Scoot
Assistant Senior Ride Captain
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DoD Identifies Navy Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a sailor who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Petty Officer 1st Class Cherie L. Morton, 40, of Bakersfield, Calif., died April 20 in Galali, Muharraq, Bahrain. She was assigned to Naval Security Force, Naval Support Activity Bahrain.
The cause of death is under investigation.
For further information related to this release, contact Naval Support Activity Bahrain Public Affairs Office at 011-973-1785-4520 or 011-973-3914-6793.
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"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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Granny Red
Posts: 652
Paradise, TX
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| 22 Apr 2008 5:08 PM |
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| Our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cherie Morton. |
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Granny Red
Wife of USAF Vietnam Vet 68-69,
Volunteer Fire Fighter,
and PGR Chip (Dragonmaster) Foster
In loving memory of our son, Kirk Foster 1966-2003
"We pray that God will visit that empty place inside your heart where tears are born, and give you comfort, and a rock to cling to in the storms this tragedy has brought." |
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SFC Rod
Posts: 302
Weston, Mich
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| 22 Apr 2008 5:26 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Petty Officer First Class Cherie L. Morton. Cherie, You Will Never Be Forgotten.. Christmas in Arlington..
Rest easy, sleep well my sister, Cherie.
Know the line has held, your job is done.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held.
Peace, peace, and farewell...
SFC Rod, Standing in Honor and Respect...
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1armymom
Posts: 400
Virginia Beach, VA User Accounts Support Team
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| 22 Apr 2008 5:28 PM |
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To the family and loved ones of PO1 Cherie L. Morton,
It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences upon the loss of your Hero, who gave his all in the fight for freedom, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. May God give you strength until you meet again.
PO1 Morton,
May God protect and guide your fellow warriors as they carry on without you; and bestow unto them, courage and strength to travel this most difficult path. I pray The Lord will grant your brothers the grace and perseverance to see the mission through.
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime, with intense gratitude.
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Honor Our Armed Services, Pay It Forward!
Proud Mom of U.S. Army SSG Worrell, 202 BSB 4B/2ID Stryker Brigade Combat Team
2 Time Blue Star Mom ~ OIF
Forum Moderator: WWW.STRYKERNEWS.COM
DAR, Blue Star Moms, PGR District 5 'Hampton Roads'
"Who kept the faith and fought the fight;
The glory theirs, the duty ours."
~Wallace Bruce
"For the whole earth is the tomb of famous men; not only are they commemorated by columns and inscriptions, but there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them, graven not on stone but in the hearts of men." ~Pericles (c. 600 B.C.)
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LZ__Morgan
Posts: 372
South Eastern Kentucky ( Estill County )
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| 22 Apr 2008 5:51 PM |
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| My Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and Friends of PO1 Cherie L. Morton. Our thoughts and Prayers will be with you. |
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Remember: That No Matter How Many Missions You Have Been On. All That Matters To The Family, Is The Mission Your On Today. By (~ Roert~ ).
Veterans Of Foreign Wars ~ Riders ~
Estill County Post 8019
Ravenna, Kentucky
Dept. Of Kentucky District 11 Sr. Vice Cmdr.
Still Serving Our Veterans
Still Riding For Our Veterans
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mailman
Posts: 12208
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 22 Apr 2008 6:41 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of PO1 Cherie L. Morton. Rest In Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Uffda
Posts: 9873
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 22 Apr 2008 7:00 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of PO1 Cherie L. Morton. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know
your loved one was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you always. She will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Cherie.
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.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
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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. |
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Pinger
Posts: 2143
Lisbon, NY
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| 22 Apr 2008 7:02 PM |
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Thank you Cherie, for your service and ultimate sacrifice for the preservation of FREEDOM ......... I SALUTE YOU
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cherie L Morton, PO1, US Navy ........... and Hero |
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Charlie
USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
"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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5206
Lacey, WA
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| 22 Apr 2008 7:47 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of PO1. Cherie L. Morton, U.S. Navy / OIF. PO1. Morton, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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Junius Henry
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ivetret
Posts: 1742
Shermer, IL
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| 22 Apr 2008 8:51 PM |
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I am saddened by the loss of PO1 Cherie L. Morton. My condolences to her family and friends.
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“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?”
[Elenore Rosevelt]
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eastbay123
Posts: 218
Hayward, CA
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:20 PM |
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Rich Biddlecome
Cailf. State Captain
USN 1964-1969
HaywardRealEstate@gmail.com |
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aoop
Posts: 2465
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:23 PM |
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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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mlmsan
Posts: 2352
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:28 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of PO1 Cherie L. Morton, U.S. Navy Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for PO1 Cherie L. Morton's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Her for my freedom. PO1 Cherie L. Morton, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May your sails always be full and the wind eternally to your back. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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Larry "Sir Bear" Sanderson
Georgia Mentor Team
770-500-6895
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Cell 770-500-6895
GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It
Ridding In Memory of my Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8034
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:30 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Cherie is a True American Hero and she will Never be Forgotten.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit. Stand Tall, Stand Proud…An American Hero Is Coming Home.
Stand down, PO1 Cherie L. Morton, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline 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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catbrooks
Posts: 1563
Lake Mary, FL
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:42 PM |
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My family and I send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your heart forever, and comfort knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
PO1 Cherie Morton, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace... |
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"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
In loving memory of Sgt John D Rode
KIA 02/14/07 Baquaba Iraq |
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Jasper54
Posts: 5905
Columbus, Ohio
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:49 PM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family of US Navy PO1 Cherie L. Morton, who answered the call to arms and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE of her life in the Global War on Terrorism. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you bring your loved one home to be laid 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
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
GOD HATH NOT PROMISED US, SKIES ALWAYS BLUE, FLOWER STREWN PATHWAYS ALL OUR LIVES THROUGH. GOD HATH NOT PROMISED US SUN WITHOUT RAIN, JOY WITHOUT SORROW, PEACE WITHOUT PAIN.
BUT GOD HATH PROMISED US, STRENGTH FOR THE WAY, GRACE FOR THE TRIALS, HELP FROM ABOVE, UNFAILING SYMPATHY, UNDYING LOVE...
Visit Me At: WWW.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. John Meyer, US Army WWI, France
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, 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 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
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
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
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navydavy
Posts: 196
Seal Beach, California
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| 22 Apr 2008 9:52 PM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the family of Cherie for your loss, and my gratitude for your sacrifice. May God bless you in this difficult time and give you strength. My eternal gratefulness PO1 Cherie L Morton for your service to our country, and your ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Rest in peace Shipmate. |
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Dave Brittain, FC1 (SW)
United States Navy 1982 - 1993
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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mustang
Posts: 398
Laton, CA
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| 22 Apr 2008 10:27 PM |
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You are an American hero, P01 Morton!
You have made a difference for the cause of freedom.
May the family be covered with God's grace and mercy in the coming days.
Rest in eternal peace.
Standing by to honor you with Navy flag.... |
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U.S. Army
Military Police
FRG '73-76
Patriot Guard Riders
American Legion Riders Post 23 Chaplain
*I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.*
Philippians 4:13 |
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Docmar
Posts: 7
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| 22 Apr 2008 10:29 PM |
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| We are so thankful for the brave men and women who protect our liberty. Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Cherie, may you find comfort in this time of sorrow. Her sacrifice will not be forgotten! Our family will pray for her tonight...we are eternally grateful. |
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Candelario
Posts: 257
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| 22 Apr 2008 11:45 PM |
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1st Class Morton, I thank you for your service and because you are a Sailor you hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with those you leave behind, for you have gone to prepare another place for us.
May God grant then peace and comfort.
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vander177
Posts: 2940
Vandergrift, PA
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| 23 Apr 2008 6:41 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and firends of U.s. Navy Petty Officer First Class Cherie L. Morton. I thank you for your military service and ultimate sacrifice you made for this grateful nation 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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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
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 1954
Lexington, NC
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| 23 Apr 2008 7:04 AM |
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PO1 Cherie L. Morton earned my respect and gratitude when she volunteered to serve our country. Her efforts to make the world a safer place will be remembered with honor and appreciation by this American family.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. You are in my prayers during this time of sorrow.
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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satyr
Posts: 3686
Raleigh, NC
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| 23 Apr 2008 8:10 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of PO1 Cherie L. Morton. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Cherie. Rest in peace sailor. I salute you.
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satyr
Steve
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 heros never dies.
Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 1905
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| 23 Apr 2008 8:21 AM |
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Kirby
Posts: 652
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| 23 Apr 2008 9:18 AM |
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My Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Family and Friends of PO1 Cherie L. Morton.
Thank You for your service and ulitmate sacrifice for our Country.
Rest in Peace, You will not be forgotten...
Kirby
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