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Uffda 
Posts: 9226
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 30 Apr 2008 9:52 AM |
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Honor Mission - 1Lt. Walter Spencer, USA Air Corps, WWII Veteran, Naperville, IL 03 May 2008
The PGR has been invited to attend interment services for this WWII Veteran and member of The Greatest Generation.
Walt passed away 28 April at the age of 88, after a long and successful career as a Chemical Engineer and Attorney. He held the rank of 1st Lieutenant while serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps in England during WWII.
***** MISSION DETAIL *****
Date:
Saturday, 3 May 2008
Staging Location:
River Glen Presbyterian Church
1140 Raymond Drive
Naperville, IL
Staging Time:
12:30 PM (1230)
Briefing:
12:45 PM (1245)
We will escort our Hero from the church at 1:00 PM (1300) to Naperville Cemetery for burial services, forming a flag line around the burial site. The cemetery is less than ten miles from the church and we will stick to city streets (no high speeds).
Those who wish are welcome to return to the church for a 2:30 PM (1430) memorial service, celebrating the life of an outstanding individual.
RC Team
John "Coastie" Kopeck 630-400-3055 jtkopeck@aol.com (long time friend of Walt's)
Matt “Dobbs” Dobson 630-903-7325 Burnitall511@aol.com
Don “CplDon” Haines 630-564-1804 usmc1962@comcast.net
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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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mr_stainglass
Posts: 384
Newport News Virginia
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| 30 Apr 2008 10:42 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of Walter Spencer. Thank you Walter for your service to our country and the sacrafices you made along the way for the liberties of freedom. Rest Easy. |
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Robert Magill RMC (SW) USN retired
"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty." -- John F. Kennedy |
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TMR
Posts: 2382
Willow Springs IL
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| 30 Apr 2008 10:44 AM |
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Godspeed, and God bless you, Mr. Spenser, for your service in protecting all of us.
Standing in spirit in Willow Springs IL TMR
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kruiter51
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| 30 Apr 2008 11:11 AM |
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Thank you and have a safe flight home, Sir.
R. King, CPO, Retired |
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vukf
Posts: 375
Acting Sr Ride Capt Illinois BSS
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| 30 Apr 2008 11:25 AM |
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| 1Lt. Walter Spencer, thank you for your service. May you now be welcomed by long lost freinds. Rest in Peace. |
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We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; for he to-day that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother; (William Shakespeare Henry V);
And to paraphrase......he who stands with me this day shall be my brother
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mailman
Posts: 11414
West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 30 Apr 2008 11:31 AM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of United States Army Air Corps WWII Veteran 1Lt. Walter Spencer. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Sr Hog
Posts: 139
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| 30 Apr 2008 12:03 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of WWII Veteran 1Lt Walter Spencer. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will be with you in spirit this Saturday. May God Bless You
Dave & Brenda |
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satyr
Posts: 3238
Raleigh, NC
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| 30 Apr 2008 12:24 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of WWII veteran, U.S. Army Air Corps 1st Lieutent, Walter Spencer. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Mr. Spencer. As one of America's greatest generation you will always be remembered. Rest in peace sir. I salute you.
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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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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1178
Warner Robins, GA
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| 30 Apr 2008 12:48 PM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Spencer family and friends in the loss of Walter. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Walter served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself. |
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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
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ww2_100thbombgroup
Posts: 42
Rockford, IL
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| 30 Apr 2008 1:53 PM |
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God Bless you Mr. Spencer. Thank you for being a part of the Greatest Generation. The sacrafices that you made will Never Be Forgotten. May you now Rest In Peace with those that have gone on before you. To Mr. Spencer's family, I offer my condolences.
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Michelle
Proud Daughter of
Kenneth A. Lemmons
WW2 100th Bomb Group 351st sq |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 4757
Lacey, WA
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| 30 Apr 2008 2:08 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of 1Lt. Walter Spencer, U.S. Army Air Corps / WWII Veteran. 1Lt. Spencer, 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: 5214
Moraine, Ohio
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| 30 Apr 2008 2:09 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of 1st Lt. Walter Spencer. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1225
Conroe,Texas
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| 30 Apr 2008 5:10 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of 1 Lt. Walter Spencer,Thanks for being one of our heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Author Unknown -
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul Babb ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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mlmsan
Posts: 1887
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 30 Apr 2008 5:12 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of 1Lt. Walter Spencer, USA Air Corps, WWII Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for 1Lt. Walter Spencer's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. 1Lt. Walter Spencer, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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Larry "Sir Big 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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HDriderDave1
Posts: 3647
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 30 Apr 2008 5:23 PM |
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God Bless Walter Spencer, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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Uffda
Posts: 9226
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 30 Apr 2008 5:55 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of 1Lt. Walter Spencer, USA Air Corps, 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, Walter.
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.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
Standing in Spirit...
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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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 7731
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 30 Apr 2008 7:24 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran. Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit as you Stand in Respect for this True American Hero.
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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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lonetexan2u
Posts: 872
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 30 Apr 2008 9:23 PM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of 1Lt. Walter Spencer! "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, as you have served well... I stand in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” |
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Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777
Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman Recruit USAF, Calif.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas
Riding in Memory of:
My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas
Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam , Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history |
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Mikey-Joe-Ray-Bob
Posts: 881
Warren,Ohio
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| 30 Apr 2008 9:58 PM |
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| My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Walter Spencer for their loss ! I stand in Spirit, with Pride, Dignity and Honor for Our heroes ! You fought so I may enjoy My Freedom and I salute You ! May God Bless You ! Mike Socie...Ohio PGR |
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Annette
Posts: 305
Davenport, Ia
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| 01 May 2008 12:44 AM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of WWII Veteran 1Lt. Walter Spencer-USA Air Corps. |
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Thank you for your Service and my Freedoms. Your sacrifices will never go unnoticed. I am grateful to live in a country made up of volunteers like you. Your choice to protect our Nation and put your self on the line can never be repaid.
Semper Fi,
Annette 'Patches" Wood
In memory of my father USMC LCPL William S. Wood
Proud daughter of a USMC Korean War Veteran
Patriot Guard Rider Member
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
Proud and grateful to honor our Veterans |
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Jasper54
Posts: 5349
Columbus, Ohio
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| 01 May 2008 4:06 AM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army Air Corp WWII Veteran and Member of America's Greatest Generation, 1st Lt. Walter Spencer. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you lay your loved one to rest. |
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Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 KJV
GySgt. Roger Casto, US Marine Corps, Retired 1972-1992;
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
United Christian Faith Ministries Chaplain
Christian Motorcycle Association, Life Member
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart.
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
And ALL of our Military Men and Women from ALL Wars who have answered that call and have paid the ULTIMATE PRICE in the battle to defend our nation. |
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vander177
Posts: 2780
Vandergrift, PA
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| 01 May 2008 5:46 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Air Corps WWII Veteran First Lieutenant Walter Spencer. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices 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!
Old soldiers never die, they just fade away! (General Douglas MacArthur - 1951)
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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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MarineHeritageRider
Posts: 5
glendale heights,il.
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| 01 May 2008 12:44 PM |
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I feel how weak and fruitless must be any words of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering to you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save. 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. Yours very sincerely and respectfully, Abraham Lincoln."
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sdoise
Posts: 3048
Kinder, La.
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| 01 May 2008 3:16 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of 1Lt Walter Spencer and my sincere appreciation of his service to preserve our way of life. May he rest in peace. |
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Schelly
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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good hands
Posts: 93
Naperville
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| 01 May 2008 4:19 PM |
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| My condolences to the friends and family of Walter Spencer. From all I have heard he was a great and honorable man. Many will miss him. I offer my sincere sympathy. |
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US Army 1970-1972
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