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Uffda 
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Wonder Lake, IL
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The MN-PGR has been asked to stand in Honor for: Donald H. Ledin USN-Ret
My father-in-law just passed away at 94 years of age. He was one of the "Greatest Generation". He was in the Army National Guard prior to WWII. When the war began he joined the Navy and became an Aviator. He flew the Martin Mars, the largest flying boat in the air at the time, ferrying wounded soldiers from the South Pacific back to the mainland. After the war he continued his aviation career with the Naval Reserve at what is now the Air Force Reserve Base. He told many stories of his flying days which seemed like a combination of McCales Navy and the Black Sheep Squadron.
His internment is scheduled be at Fort Snelling on Monday 5 May, at 1400. If some folks are available to do a flag line it would be a fine tribute to a true Patriot
Thanks, Steve Moser SMSgt
Interment Service for: Donald H. Ledin USN-Ret
Monday 5 May 2008
1300 - Stage IKEA (Mall of America)
1320 - Briefing
1340 - Kickstands Up, Depart for FSNC
1350 - Hold at Assembly area 3 FSNC
1400 - Interment Service
1430 - Dismissed
RCIC: Indian John
PLEASE REMEMBER:
Your 3*5 American Flag
Dress according to the weather.
You will need to be self-sufficient at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Assembly Area (3): Please be aware the Procession and families can see you
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| Ledin, Donald H. USN-Ret. Age 93, Vadnais Heights, MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 29, 2008. Complete notice to follow Sunday, May 4, 2008. Bradshaw 4600 Greenhaven Dr., White Bear 651-407-8300 |
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John P. Thompson III "Indian John"
STG1 (SW) (PG) US Navy 1981-1997
MN, S.E. Metro Ride Captain
metrose@mnpatriotguard.org
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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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satyr
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Raleigh, NC
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| 02 May 2008 12:44 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of WWII veteran and retired U.S. Navy aviator, Donald H. Ledin. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Mr. Ledin. 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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Jasper54
Posts: 4309
Columbus, Ohio
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| 02 May 2008 5:29 PM |
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I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Retired US Navy Aviator, WWII Veteran and Member of America's "Greatest Generation," Donald H. Ledin. 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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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 646
Warner Robins, GA
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| 02 May 2008 6:02 PM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Ledin family and friends in the loss of Donald. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Donald 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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Mikey-Joe-Ray-Bob
Posts: 817
Warren,Ohio
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| 02 May 2008 8:18 PM |
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| My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Donald Ledin for their loss ! I stand in Spirit, with Pride, Dignity and Honor for Our heroes ! You fought to give me My Freedom and I salute You ! May God Bless You ! Mike Socie...Ohio PGR |
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Chiefskid
Posts: 124
Pembroke, MA
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| 02 May 2008 9:01 PM |
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"GREATEST GENERATION"
All hands of the Patriot Guard Riders extend deep sympathy to the Family and Friends and Shipmates of United States Navy (ret) WW II Veteran Donald H. Ledin .Thankyou Sir for your Honor, Courage,and Commitment in the Naval Air Transport Service (NATS) to the Greatest Navy in the World ! Thank you for your selfless courage, love and service to the Special Operations Seaplane "Martin Mars". We will not forget the sacrifice you made to protect our freedom and way of life and your devotion to duty .You are a true American Hero. .........BRAVO ZULU DONALD ..........Fair Winds And Following Seas......... E Pluribus Unum ......... Standing For Those Who Stood For US ....One Cause One Mission..........RESPECT.............. Standing in Spirit Pembroke Ma There is a port of no return, where ships May ride at anchor for a little space And then, some starless night, the cable slips, Leaving an eddy at the mooring place . . . Gulls, veer no longer. Sailor, rest your oar. No tangled wreckage will be washed ashore. Ken(Chiefskid) "A powerful Navy we have always regarded as our proper and natural means of defense; and it has always been of defense that we have thought, never of aggression or of conquest. But who shall tell us now what sort of Navy to build? We shall take leave to be strong upon the seas, in the future as in the past; and there will be no thought of offense or provocation in that. Our ships are our natural bulkwarks http://www.combatreform2.com/seaplanetransports.htm Copy/Paste... http://oldbluejacket.com/SeaPower.htm
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Annette
Posts: 218
Davenport, Ia
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| 02 May 2008 10:22 PM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of WWII Veteran Donald H. Ledin USN (RET). |
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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
QC F.I.S.T. member (Families In Support of Troops)
PGR Member
Hononary MarineMom member
Honorary Navy Families member
Proud and grateful to honor our Veterans |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 167
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 03 May 2008 1:47 AM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Donald H. Ledin, USN (ret), WWII Veteran! "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
PGR
American Legion
Proud Father of SFC G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, 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 Vietnam Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC Vietnam Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army Arizona |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 859
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 03 May 2008 2:36 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII VETERAN DONALD H. LEDIN USN (RET). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE DONALD. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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custer7thcav
Posts: 4251
Moraine, Ohio
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| 03 May 2008 2:48 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Donald H. Ledin. 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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Pinger
Posts: 1943
Lisbon, NY
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| 03 May 2008 4:42 AM |
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Thank you Donald, for your service for the preservation of FREEDOM ............. I Salute You
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Donald H Ledin, USN(Ret), WWII Veteran .......... 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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T-Bone
Posts: 1559
Georgia
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| 03 May 2008 6:00 AM |
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| Keeper and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Donald H. Ledin, Retired United States Navy Veteran, World War II Veteran, and American Hero. We would also like to thank you Donald, for your Brave and Heroic Service to our Country as a Navy Aviator, and your service with the United States Army National Guard prior to World War II. Your patriotism was so well demonstrated in your service with the Armed Forces of the United States of America, Thank You for Our Freedom, and the liberties we so often take for granted. Rest at Ease my friend, your mission here is completed. |
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T-Bone and Keeper
Georgia PGR....PART OF IT!....PROUD OF IT!
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mailman
Posts: 10069
West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 6:44 AM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Navy (Ret) WWII Veteran Donald H. Ledin. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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sdoise
Posts: 2234
Kinder, La.
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| 03 May 2008 6:55 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Donald H. Ledin 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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Uffda
Posts: 8014
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 03 May 2008 7:28 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Donald H. Ledin, USN (ret), 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, Donald.
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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dwj
Posts: 505
" DJ "
Danny Jordan
Camino, CA.
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| 03 May 2008 8:19 AM |
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| Donald H. Ledin, USN (ret) WWII Veteran, Our heartfelt condolences go to your family and friends. Your Brothers-in-Arms, who have gone before you, are welcoming you now. Your fight is over. May you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten!! |
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Danny W. Jordan, SFC, US Army, Retired 1973- 1985
American Legion Rider - President ALR Post 119
Area#1 Vice President Northern CA.
Run For The Wall Family.
Greater Love Has No One Than This, That He Lay Down His Life For His Friends.
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vander177
Posts: 2352
Vandergrift, PA
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| 03 May 2008 8:51 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Army National Guard and Navy (ret) WWII Veteran Donald H. Ledin. 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, Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Sgt of Arms, 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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 7052
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 9:11 AM |
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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
(T)Sgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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690MedCo
Posts: 3432
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 03 May 2008 1:52 PM |
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| Thank you Donald H. Ledin 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
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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82ndairborne195760
Posts: 109
Bremen, GA
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| 03 May 2008 3:37 PM |
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Thank you Donald H. Ledin for your service to our country to protect freedom for my family and others. I extend my family's prayers and condolences to the family and friends of this Sailor. May you rest in peace and that we never forget your service nor the sacrifices of your family.
Robert F. Smith
Bremen, GA
504/325 ABG, 82nd Airborne Div.
GEORGIA PGR……..PART OF IT !...........PROUD OF IT !
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Slowhand
Posts: 3410
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 9:16 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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aoop
Posts: 1879
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 03 May 2008 10:46 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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cat1948
Posts: 284
Alpharetta GA
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| 04 May 2008 4:14 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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calamityjane
Posts: 1904
brooklyn park mn
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| 04 May 2008 4:08 PM |
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to the family and friends of Donald H. Ledin my deepest sympathies . thank you sir for keeping freedom save
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Riding in Honor of my Father DLJ and grandfather WWI veteran EJPL
A Hero is no braver than a ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
He was the kind if you got in trouble you didn't look back to see if he was still with you, you knew damned well he was.
~~Sackett by Louis L'Amour
Each man owes a debt to his family, his country and his species to leave sons and daughters who will lead, inspire and create.~~Sackett's Land by Louis L'Amour
Never drive faster then your angels can fly. Be Safe....
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mlmsan
Posts: 1247
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 05 May 2008 2:03 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Donald H. Ledin, U.S. Navy WWII Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Donald H. Ledin's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Donald H. Ledin, 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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U.S Navy Viet NAM - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
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. |
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