AF Mom in NC 
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Lexington, NC
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SFC David L. McDowell earned my respect and gratitude when he volunteered to serve our country. His 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
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sdoise
Posts: 2827
Kinder, La.
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| 01 May 2008 4:06 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of SFC David L. McDowell and my sincere appreciation of his service and ultimate sacrifice to preserve our way of life. Rest in peace Soldier. |
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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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Pinger
Posts: 2139
Lisbon, NY
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| 01 May 2008 6:06 PM |
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Thank you David, for your service and ultimate sacrifice for the preservation of FREEDOM ............. I SALUTE YOU
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of David L McDowell, SFC, US Army ........... and HERO |
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Charlie
USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
Asst R/C NY Region 3
"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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snoopy-flying-ace
Posts: 23
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| 01 May 2008 6:44 PM |
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| My Deepest Condolences to the family and friends of SFC David L. McDowell. I appreciate your dedication to our country and keeping us free. God Bless You and Keep You. |
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Snoopy-Flying-Ace
SK3 Dale Goodman
US Navy (1977-1981)
USS Dixon (AS37)
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RED28961STCAV
Posts: 151
Cathedral City, Ca.
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| 01 May 2008 10:15 PM |
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| Condolences to family and friends. Thank you for your heroic service to our country SFC. McDowell. Rest in peace and god bless. |
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In loving memory of Cpl. Richard A Tomlin. Korea 1951-53 My Dad, a.k.a. RED 15Jul28 - 8Jan96. |
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690MedCo
Posts: 3830
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 01 May 2008 10:39 PM |
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| Thank you SFC David L. McDowell for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and friends of this fallen hero to ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace. |
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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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wvhusker
Posts: 4148
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
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| 02 May 2008 6:40 AM |
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SFC McDowell,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. 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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catbrooks
Posts: 1442
Lake Mary, FL
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| 02 May 2008 7:13 AM |
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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 hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
SFC David McDowell, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace... |
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Cat
"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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FLBATFISH
Posts: 549
FONTANA CA, & LAS VEGAS NV.
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| 02 May 2008 9:09 AM |
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The Family has decided to keep the services to close friends and family. The Family appreciates everything the PGR does to support our troops and thanks us.
This will be a condolences only mission. |
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Craig H Donor
GY SGT USMC ret.
So Cal Coordinator
There are a thousand things I'de rather do.
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JimJC
Posts: 120
Riverside, Calif.
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| 02 May 2008 10:21 AM |
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| Rest in peace solder, no amount of grattitude can repay the sacrifice you have made. Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends you have left behind. We stand with them in your honor. |
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James D. Cantarini
Proud and Gratefull Civilian
United States of America |
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jnanney
Posts: 538
Riverside, CA.
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| 02 May 2008 9:25 PM |
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| We send our deepest condolences to David's family. SFC David L. McDowell, may you rest in peace your duty is done. You will not be forgotten!!!!! |
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Semper-fi!
John and Nettie
Both of us USMC 1979 - 1986
In honor of Armand R. Pigeon, Msgt, USMC (Ret) WWII, Korea, Pearl Harbor Survivor. (Father)
In honor of Roy Bailey, PVT, Army, WWII, France, Purple Heart & Bronze Star. (Step-Father)
In honor of Ivan Ellis Nanney, PVT, Army, WWI European Theater. (Grand-Father).
In honor of our Son Warren A. Nanney, Active Duty US Navy Silent Service, (4th Gen. Warrior).
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Slowhand
Posts: 3656
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 10:05 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lives. My prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to all of you during this tragic time. Please know that not just me , but a country full of people like me owe you a debt that can never be repaid. We know that your loved one is now serving in the Army of our LORD in heaven, and the LORD said if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and recieve you unto myself that where I am there you may be also. I thank you for the sacrifice you and your family have endured so our nation can remain the home of the free because of the brave. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace my comrade, your mission is complete and now it's time for you to rest. May GOD Bless each and everyone of you. |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 668
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 04 May 2008 12:13 AM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of SFC David L. McDowell! "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
Patriot Guard Riders
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, WestTexas
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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cat1948
Posts: 368
Alpharetta GA
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| 04 May 2008 4:40 AM |
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My sincerest condolences . My prayers are with you and your family. Stand down Brother - mission done. Thank you for the service.
Sgt. JB - "Cat"
Vietnam - 1968-1970
82nd Airborne
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flhtci_jim
Posts: 786
Poway, CA
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| 04 May 2008 6:27 AM |
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| Condolences from my family to the family and friends of SFC McDowell. We will not forget your sacrifice. |
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Jim McKown
USAF 1975 - 1981
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Harry Hartman
Posts: 1093
Rochester, NY
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| 04 May 2008 8:50 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC David L. McDowell. The service and sacrifices of this True American Hero will never be forgotten. May God help his family find peace at this most difficult time. |
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hybridharry
1st Cavalry Dad
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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PopPop
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| 04 May 2008 9:23 PM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of SFC McDowell, may God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time!
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LZ__Morgan
Posts: 290
South Eastern Kentucky ( Estill County )
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| 05 May 2008 9:38 AM |
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| My Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and Friends of SFC. David L. McDowell. Our thoughts and Prayers will be with you. |
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It Dosn't Matter How Many Missions You Have Been On. All That Matters To The Family, Is The Mission Your On Today. By ( Roert ).
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Kirby
Posts: 627
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| 05 May 2008 9:47 AM |
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Rest in Peace, my Brother
You will not be forgotten...
Kirby
USAF 1966 - 70
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Candelario
Posts: 248
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| 06 May 2008 10:14 AM |
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SFC McDowell, I wish to thank you for your service to your country but most of all for your sacrifice to preserve freedom not only here in The United States, but around the world. My prayers go out to your family, may the Lord our God bring them comfort. " No greater love has he who lays down his life for another"...SFC McDowell, You have showed how much you love others and placed them above yourself.
Thank You & God Bless You Always
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1109
Conroe,Texas
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| 06 May 2008 11:38 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sfc.David L. McDowell,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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acratliff
Posts: 1602
Charleston, SC
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| 06 May 2008 8:26 PM |
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| Thank you for your service and sacrifice SFC David L. McDowell. May you eternally rest in peace and never be forgotten. My sincerest condolences are with family and friends. |
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03fxdl
Posts: 170
Palm Springs Area, CA
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| 07 May 2008 10:15 AM |
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I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC David L. McDowell during this most trying time. SFC McDowell is a true American Hero and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you honor David's sacrifice.
~Janice~
USN ’73-‘75
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HDClint
Posts: 253
Elkton, KY
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| 07 May 2008 11:13 AM |
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Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of David, a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. Our freedoms have been protected by all these great people that put on the uniform and volunteer to stand up for us. Many years of shedding tears have gone by and unfortunately we will shed more. One thing for certain though, we will have today’s heroes to thank for allowing us to live in such a great nation. Too sad others can’t see the light. Our soldiers are the greatest bunch of people on this earth and as we move forward we owe a special thanks to them and their families. Without the family support it is hard to have such Great Americans.
“You Will Never Be Forgotten”
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Clint Nowlin
SSG USArmy Vet.
"Clearing the Way"
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hdpanther1
Posts: 709
District 7 Ohio PGR Ride Captain Kettering, Ohio
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| 07 May 2008 2:22 PM |
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My family and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of SFC David L. McDowell on the loss of this American Hero. We as Patriotic Americans mourn the loss with you and pray that God will comfort you in your time of grief.
SFC David L. McDowell, my family and I thank you sir, for your dedicated service to our Nation and you willingness to give your life in defense of our freedoms. Your selfless sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest in peace soldier for you mission is complete!
A TRUE AMERICAN HERO!
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ED
AKA "Big Daddy"
PGR Ohio District 7 Ride Captain
Riding in memory of:
Spc Jacob E. Melson 7 Jan 2006 Iraq
Pfc James Paul White Jr 11 Aug 2006 Afghanistan
SrA Kenny P. Hauprich 8 Nov 2007 Italy
SSgt Travis L. Griffin 3 April 2008 Iraq
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same."
Ronald Reagan
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