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Uffda 
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 02 May 2008 9:06 PM |
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Updated 03 MAY 08 harly69g
FINAL MISSION ITINERARY
Contact has been made with funeral home director and family spokesperson, and mission details have been finalized for the Stephen Southwick mission.
Date: Monday, 5 May 2008
Services Begin: 1100
Location: Dietrich High School (406 North Park Street, Dietrich, Idaho)
Due to the expected high number of law enforcement participants, PGR’s involvement will be an established flagline at the entrance to Dietrich High School before the services begin and again upon the conclusion of the services.
Following the services and a luncheon at the nearby LDS church, the coach carrying Sheriff Southwick will depart for Liberty, Utah (estimated departure time of 1400), where he will be interred later in the day.
PGR has been invited to escort the coach to Snowville (Exit 7), and tentatively, the Utah PGR will pick up the escort.
STAGING:
Flying J Truck Stop (just north of I-84 at Exit 173) staging at 0730 KSU at 0800
Shell Station (Shoshone) (just north of MP 73 on Hwy 93) staging at 0845 KSU at 0900
(Premission briefing will be accomplished at the Shoshone Shell Station.) From the Shell station, riders will proceed to Dietrich HS where static flag display will be set up.
NOTE: For riders planning to escort to Snowville, recommend fueling in Shoshone as this till be the closest fuel stop.
Additional information will be shared at the mission briefing.
Rod Smith will be serving as Ride Captain, and he can be reached at sls@filertel.com or 208.308.8532.
Shane "Desert Doc" Leiser
MSgt, USAF (Retired)
Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran
Idaho State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
www.patriotguard org
www.idahopgr.org (coming soon)
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MISSION NOTIFICATION
This notice serves as a preliminary notification of a confirmed mission on Monday, 5 May.
We have been requested by the family of retired Lincoln County Sheriff and Army National Guard veteran Stephen V. Southwick, age 62, of Dietrich, Idaho to honor his life and service to his community. Services are scheduled for Monday, 5 May 2008, at 1100, in Dietrich. Sheriff Southwick passed away on 30 April from injuries received in a motorcycle accident earlier in the month.
I will know more tomorrow after meeting with Sheriff Southwick’s son, but at this point, our involvement will consist of an escort from Demaray Funeral Home in Shoshone to Dietrich High School (approx 12 miles), and a flagline at the high school (where services are to be held).
There may also be an escort involved to Liberty, Utah (near Ogden) where Sheriff Southwick will be buried, on Monday, or possibly Tuesday. I am in contact with the Utah State Captain to ascertain if his membership is able to meet us at the state border (details pending).
Assignment of Ride Captain is pending. For now, please direct any questions to me at DesertDoc_Idaho @ yahoo.com.
I apologize for the short notice. For planning purposes, please contact me if you are able to support this mission.
Continue to monitor this thread for updates.
To Sheriff Southwick's family, please accept the heartfelt condolences of the Patriot Guard Riders for your loss. May cherished and loving memories support and sustain you over the next days, weeks and beyond. Know that your hero has joined heroes past who have gone before. We are forever indebted to his sacrifice of service to his community and to his country.
Respectfully -
Shane "Desert Doc" Leiser
MSgt, USAF (Retired) Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran
Idaho State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
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oldgoldstar
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Holladay, Utah
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| 02 May 2008 9:52 PM |
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| My heart is heavy with news that a fellow LEO has passed. May God bless and comfort the Southwick Family, Friends, and LEO Comrades in the days to come. May you find peace knowing that Stephen suffers no more and has been welcomed home by many with open and loving arms. His departure from you all , though it be untimely and seemingly unfair, is but for a short time. Stephen, my LEO Borther, I salute you for your courage and commitment to your community in being the Guardian of peace and freedom, the Protector of those who could not protect themselves, and the Warrior who brought to justice those that would cause chaos in our society. May you rest in peace and ride with the angels. I stand ready to honor you as the Fallen Hero you forever will be in our hearts. |
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Bruce L. Clements
oldgoldstar
Patriot Guard Rider, Utah
The nation which forgets it's defenders will itself be forgotten.
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Annette
Posts: 254
Davenport, Ia
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| 02 May 2008 10:17 PM |
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| My sincere and utmost condolences to the family and friends of ANG Veteran Sheriff Stephen Southwick (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
Patriot Guard Rider Member
QC F.I.S.T. member (Families In Support of Troops)
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
Proud and grateful to honor our Veterans |
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T-Bone
Posts: 1625
Georgia
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| 02 May 2008 10:26 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sheriff Stephen Southwick, Army National Guard Veteran, Community Servant, and American hero. Thank you Mr. Southwick for your service to our Country in guarding Americas Shores and for your continued service to the community you served. May you Rest in Peace. |
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T-Bone and Keeper
Georgia PGR....PART OF IT!....PROUD OF IT!
Never forget!
Our POW/MIA - Pearl Harbor..... - 9-11..
Bataan Death March
The 408,200 Casualties of World War II
2,388 lives lost at Pearl Harbor
The 54,229 Korean War Casualties and 8,176 Missing in Action.....and 7,245 prisoners of war............
The 47,378 Viet Nam Casualties and 2,338 Missing in Action....................
More to be added.......................
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 231
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 03 May 2008 1:53 AM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Sheriff Stephen Southwick (Ret)/ANG 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
Patriot Guard Riders
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777
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 KIA Vietnam Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army Arizona |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 4348
Moraine, Ohio
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| 03 May 2008 2:40 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephen Southwick. Thank you, sir, for your military and public service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace.
Connie M., ret.
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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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Florida Shamrock
Posts: 119
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| 03 May 2008 4:45 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sheriff Stephen Southwick. You will be missed “Brother”.
“The Badge”
(and those that wear it)
By: Terry Longpre
They put on and adjust their uniforms so neat,
And most carry their Badge over their hearts.
They adjust their hats and strap on their guns,
They are the heros, they are the ones.
They are our brothers, sisters, mothers and dads,
They are our neighbors and our friends.
They are cousins, uncles and aunts,
And they are ones that listen to our rants.
They are young and they are old,
Most went to college, some did not.
Some are tall and some are small,
But they wear the Badge, one and all.
They place themselves in the line of fire,
They even sometimes rise our ire.
And yet they seek those out who want to do us harm,
But they walk the "Thin Blue Line", arm in arm.
They might be shot or hit by a car,
And some might be knifed in a bar.
They work all night and during the day,
And in courtrooms it seems they stay.
Most wear uniforms, some don’t,
Most will retire, some won’t.
Most have short hair, some have none,
But all carry a Badge and a gun.
Be it silver or gold,
Be it a star, shield, new or old.
Their Badge they will always respectfully hold.
They do things we can’t contemplate,
They protect us from the daily chaos.
They go home tired, sometimes crying,
Some don’t go home due to dying.
To Serve and Protect is their pledge,
One day you may see them talking to someone on a ledge.
And their Badge they wear so proudly,
Yet, you won’t hear they speaking very loudly.
They have wives, husbands and children at home,
All families hope that late night phone call doesn’t come.
There are bills to be paid, which may require a second job,
Yet they still go to work to face a noisy mob.
When you see someone in Law Enforcement,
Give them a smile and shake their hand.
They have given an oath to protect what we have,
They are dedicated to protect our land.
May God Bless them one and all,
For only He knows when they may fall.
Retired Deputy Sheriff“ (27 years)
Vietnam 67-68
Riding for POW/MIA’s
“You Are Not Forgotten”
“When one American is not worth the effort to be found, we as Americans have lost.” |
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mailman
Posts: 10221
West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 6:38 AM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of ANG Veteran/Sheriff (Ret) Stephen Southwick. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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sdoise
Posts: 2332
Kinder, La.
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| 03 May 2008 6:49 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the fasmily of Stephen Southwick and my sincere appreciation of his military 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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Jasper54
Posts: 4414
Columbus, Ohio
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| 03 May 2008 7:24 AM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Army National Guard Veterand and Retired Sherriff Stephen Sourhwick. 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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Uffda
Posts: 8174
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 03 May 2008 7:40 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephen Southwick, Sheriff and ANG 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, Stephen.
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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dwj
Posts: 505
" DJ "
Danny Jordan
Camino, CA.
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| 03 May 2008 8:05 AM |
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| Sheriff (ret) Stephen Southwick ANG 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: 2402
Vandergrift, PA
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| 03 May 2008 8:39 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Arny National Guard Veteran and Sheriff (ret) Stephen Southwick. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. I thank you for your unselfishness public dedication as a Sheriff providing law & order within your communities. 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, 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: 7106
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 9:13 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
Standing the Flagline 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: 3487
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 03 May 2008 1:46 PM |
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| Thank you Stephen Southwick 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
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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Mikey-Joe-Ray-Bob
Posts: 845
Warren,Ohio
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| 03 May 2008 3:03 PM |
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| My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Stephen Southwick for their loss ! I stand in Spirit, with pride, Dignity and Honor for Our heroes ! May God Bless You ! Mike Socie...Ohio PGR |
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 732
Warner Robins, GA
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| 03 May 2008 3:47 PM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Southwick family and friends in the loss of Stephen. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Stephen 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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harly69g 
Posts: 6258
KY. State Captain
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| 03 May 2008 4:41 PM |
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| UPDATE: Final Itinerary posted |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
harly69g@pgrky.org
Official KY site.
pgrky.org
pgrky.com
KY. Rides With Respect |
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satyr
Posts: 2636
Raleigh, NC
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| 03 May 2008 5:14 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and
friends of Army Nat'l Guard veteran and retired Lincoln County Sheriff,
Stephen Southwick. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom
Mr. Southwick. Thank you too for your dedication and commitment
to your community as a peace officer. Rest in peace sir. 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"
Inspired by the poem "In Flanders Field" |
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mpleasant
Posts: 433
Lake County, IL
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| 03 May 2008 8:49 PM |
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| For his service to his community and to the United States of America, Sheriff Southwick has my deepest respect and gratitude. His family and friends have my sincere condolences and will be in my thoughts and prayers. |
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Slowhand
Posts: 3449
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 03 May 2008 9:06 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: 1951
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 03 May 2008 10:53 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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Posts: 284
Alpharetta GA
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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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scooby51
Posts: 67
Layton, UT
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| 04 May 2008 5:54 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the friends and family of Sheriff (ret) Stephen Southwick. An Army National Guard Veteran, and dedicated LEO. Thank you Sheriff (ret) Stephan Southwick for your service to our Country in guarding Americas Shores and for your continued service to the community you served. May you Rest in Peace.
John Jenkins
Layton,UT
HAFB RC
Vietnam 66-68
RFTW CR Rider
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10man
Posts: 627
Home Base Wonder Lake, IL. ---- Ride with Dad & Mom in Mulberry, KS.
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| 05 May 2008 8:15 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family & friends of ANG VET SHERIFF STEPHEN SOUTHWICK. My thoughts & prayers go out to you & all the rest of the Family. Thank you for your selfless service to our Great Nation. May the arms of our Lord God Almighty above be wide open for you and your family & friends. God Bless |
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