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Uffda 
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 27 May 2008 4:20 PM |
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Updated 02 JUN 08 harly69g
Funeral services for Sgt. Frank Gasper are set for Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 1100 hrs. at Apostolic Tabernacle, Merced 2745 E. Hwy 140 Merced, CA
PGR will need to be at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Chapel 1490 B Street Merced, CA by 1000 hrs.
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=1490+B+Street+merced,+ca&sll=37.292423,-120.456161&sspn=0.011984,0.029182&ie=UTF8&ll=37.296827,-120.461268&spn=0.011983,0.029182&z=15&iwloc=addr
From there we will escort the Hero to the church, then on to the cemetery for interment.
Staging will be at Starbuck's Coffee at 700 Carol Ave # A Merced, CA: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=coffee&near=1490+B+Street+merced,+ca&sll=36.811097,-119.711109&sspn=0.096479,0.233459&ie=UTF8&ll=37.292423,-120.456161&spn=0.011984,0.029182&z=15&iwloc=B
KSU at 0950 hrs.
Rick Clements will be RC. Prepare for warm weather duty and stay hydrated.
Strength and Honor,
Bob "Toecutter" Firestine
gutsrus2k@yahoo.com
Central California regional ride captain
Patriot Guard Riders
(559)974-2807
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DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Sgt. Frank J. Gasper, 25, of Merced, Calif., died May 25 in Najaf, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group, Fort Carson, Colo.
For further information, media should contact the U.S. Army Special Operations Command public affairs office at (910) 432-6005, or visit the following Web site: http://news.soc.mil/
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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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eastbay123
Posts: 219
Hayward, CA
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| 27 May 2008 4:46 PM |
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Rich Biddlecome
Cailf. State Captain
USN 1964-1969
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eastbay123
Posts: 219
Hayward, CA
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| 27 May 2008 4:47 PM |
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offer my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of
Sgt. Frank J. Gasper. Your loved one has left this world a
better place through his service to our country. As a nation we
owe you and your family a dept of gratitude that can never be
fully repaid. Know that your loved one paid the ultimate price
while serving his country will not be forgotten. May God bless
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Rich Biddlecome
Cailf. State Captain
USN 1964-1969
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aoop
Posts: 2506
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 27 May 2008 5:28 PM |
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| Thank You Soldier. |
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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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1armymom
Posts: 477
Virginia Beach, VA User Accounts Support Team
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| 27 May 2008 5:31 PM |
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To the family and loved ones of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper,
It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences upon the loss of your Hero, who gave his all in the fight for freedom, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. May God give you strength until you meet again.
Sgt. Gasper,
May God protect and guide your fellow warriors as they carry on without you; and bestow unto them, courage and strength to travel this most difficult path. I pray The Lord will grant your brothers the grace and perseverance to see the mission through.
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime, with intense gratitude.
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Honor Our Armed Services, Pay It Forward!
Proud Mom of U.S. Army SSG Worrell, 202 BSB 4B/2ID Stryker Brigade Combat Team
2 Time Blue Star Mom ~ OIF
Forum Moderator: WWW.STRYKERNEWS.COM
DAR, Blue Star Mothers, Inc., PGR District 5 'Hampton Roads'
"Who kept the faith and fought the fight;
The glory theirs, the duty ours."~Wallace Bruce
"For the whole earth is the tomb of famous men; not only are they commemorated by columns and inscriptions, but there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them,
graven not on stone but in the hearts of men." ~Pericles (c. 600 B.C.)
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SFC Rod
Posts: 320
Weston, Mich
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| 27 May 2008 5:39 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sergeant Frank J. Gasper. Frank, You Will Never Be Forgotten.. Christmas in Arlington...
Rest easy, sleep well my brother, Frank.
Know the line has held, your job is done.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held.
Peace, peace, and farewell...
SFC Rod, Standing in Honor and Respect..
www.news.soc.mil
www.cmohs.org
www.thereading.us
www.ourfallensoldier.com
Sgt Frank J. Glasper, OIF
And the Thousands of Other Fallen Heroes... |
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sdoise
Posts: 3789
Kinder, La.
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| 27 May 2008 5:40 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Frank J. Gasper and my sincere appreciation of his service and ultimate sacrifice 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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mailman
Posts: 12862
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 27 May 2008 6:46 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper. Rest In Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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mlmsan
Posts: 2704
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 27 May 2008 6:48 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Sgt. Frank J. Gasper's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Sgt. Frank J. Gasper, 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 Bear" & "Queen Mary" 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
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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Slowhand
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 27 May 2008 7:16 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper 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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hbiker
Posts: 462
huntington beach
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| 27 May 2008 7:18 PM |
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Thank you Sgt. Gasper for your fight and support of freedom. It is because of warriors like you, that we have the freedoms we do. Rest in peace Sgt. you will not be forgotten. To all the family and friends of Sgt. Gasper I send my sincere and heartfelt condolences. May the Lord watch over you and give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
hbiker
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LZ__Morgan
Posts: 415
South Eastern Kentucky ( Estill County )
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| 27 May 2008 7:25 PM |
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| My Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and Friends of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper. Our thoughts and Prayers will be with you. |
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Remember: That No Matter How Many Missions You Have Been On. All That Matters To The Family, Is The Mission Your On Today. By (~ Roert~ ).
Veterans Of Foreign Wars ~ Riders ~
Estill County Post 8019
Ravenna, Kentucky
Dept. Of Kentucky District 11 Sr. Vice Cmdr.
Still Serving Our Veterans
Still Riding For Our Veterans
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LadyHarley05
Posts: 308
Lumberton, NC
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| 27 May 2008 8:00 PM |
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| Thank you for your service to our country Sgt. Frank J. Gasper. May you rest in peace. My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Gasper. |
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Proud Mom of Sgt. Shane Sykes-deployed Iraqi Freedom 3-08
PGR Member
National HOG
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sandra63
Posts: 547
Huntsville, Al
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| 27 May 2008 8:39 PM |
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| Thank you for your service. Thank you for my freedom. I will be praying for the family. GOD BLESS YOU. |
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milktoast
Posts: 2346
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 27 May 2008 8:52 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Sgt. Frank Gasper. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart forever. |
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Janet
Michigan Regional Ride Captain/Region 6
Florida Ride Captain/Florida National Cemetery Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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catbrooks
Posts: 1733
Lake Mary, FL
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| 27 May 2008 9:01 PM |
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My family and I send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
Sgt. Frank Gasper, 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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semperpapa
Posts: 1314
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 27 May 2008 9:09 PM |
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I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper for the grave loss suffered. May God hold you close and give you peace and serenity in these times of sorrow.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice…IT WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
God bless you.
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Frank "Semperpapa"
"Red Beamer Rider"
VPF of a U.S. Marine
"God spoke Liberty only to those who love it and are always ready to guard and defend it"
Daniel Webster
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Tainolvr
Posts: 4
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| 27 May 2008 9:10 PM |
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| Frank. You are the godfather to my children and always will be. You were a father to my son and a brother to my husband. I still can not believe that you are gone. The boys miss you so much. You will never be forgotten by the people's lives you touched. I love you Frank and will miss you!
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ivetret
Posts: 1811
Shermer, IL
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| 27 May 2008 9:26 PM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper. I appreciate all of his contributions to our country and may there be a special place for him in heaven. All gave some and some gave all. He gave his 'all' so young. I will never forget.
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Rose
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“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
[Eleanor Roosevelt]
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Jasper54
Posts: 6293
Columbus, Ohio
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| 27 May 2008 9:58 PM |
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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 Sgt. Frank J. Gasper, who has made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while defending our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you bring your loved one home to be laid to rest. |
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
Visit me at: www.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War; Spc. Angela West, USA; SrA Micah Burgess, USAF, Afghanistan.
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, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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BHawk
Posts: 319
Ride Captain
Grass Valley CA. 95949
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| 27 May 2008 10:03 PM |
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| My moste sincere condolences to the family and friends of SGT Frank Gasper. |
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Bill Hawkins,
US Army Veteran - 1st Infantry Division Vietnam 1965-1967 "Combat Medic"
"No Mission Too Difficult. No Sacrifice Too Great. Duty First."
  
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Tainolvr
Posts: 4
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| 27 May 2008 10:12 PM |
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FYI: I have forwarded this link to the wife of SSG Frank Gasper along with other friends and family. Your support is appreciated.
Thank you to everyone! |
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690MedCo
Posts: 4051
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 27 May 2008 11:46 PM |
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| Thank you Sgt. Frank J. Gasper 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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RED28961STCAV
Posts: 151
Cathedral City, Ca.
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| 27 May 2008 11:47 PM |
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| Condolences to family and friends. Thank you for you brave and heroic service to our country Sgt. Frank J. Gasper. May you 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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5502
Lacey, WA
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| 28 May 2008 12:05 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Sgt. Frank J. Gasper, U.S. Army Special Forces / OIF. Sgt. Gasper, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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