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Big rock 
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| 05 Jun 2008 8:56 AM |
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Though the services for this hero are over. It is still important to let the family know how we feel about one of our heroes from this era. As one of the Navajo Code Talkers, Frank's efforts in the war were instrumental to our accomplishments.
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It is with sad tidings that I inform you of the passing of another Navajo Code Talker.
Frank Thompson from Window Rock, AZ, passed away earlier today, Wednesday, June 3, 2008. I have spoken with his daughter, Francine and Mrs. Thompson and the family are doing as best as can be expected.
Services are as follow:
Wednesday, June 3, 2008
6:00 p.m.
FAMILY MEETING
Crystal Chapter House
Funeral Services will be in Gallup, NM:
THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2008
11:00 a.m.
Sacred Heart Cathedral
415 E Green St, Gallup, NM 87301
(505) 722-6644
Burial will be at:
HILL CREST Site - Veterans Section
Here are some background on Mr. Thompson:
Rank while in-service: Gunny Sgt / Corporal
Division/Regiment/Company: 2nd Division, 6th Regiment, 3rd Battalion, Headquarters Co.
Participated in the following battles: Guadacanal, Tawana, Saipan and Tinian, and Guam
If you would like to send cards to the family here's the address & phone number:
P.O. Box 967
Gallup, NM 87305
(505) 778-5003
Pat Eagan
AZ PGR State Captain
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Honor, Respect, Honesty they are not words to throw around. They are words to live by.
"WE WILL NEVER FORGET"
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"This beautiful day is simply too good to waste."
Quote Greg Bowman - 9 Sept 07
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"On It"
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett - 15 Oct 07
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sdoise
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Kinder, La.
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| 05 Jun 2008 9:04 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Frank Thompson 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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milktoast
Posts: 2208
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 05 Jun 2008 10:28 AM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family of Veteran Frank Thompson. I thank this hero of the Greatest Generation for his service and sacrifices. May he rest in peace. |
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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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papajonohio
Posts: 1166
Swanton, Ohio
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| 05 Jun 2008 10:55 AM |
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I wish to express my profound condolences to family and friends of Frank Thompson.
May your sorrow be tempered by the fact that we are honoring a true hero who answered the call to serve his country and dedicate a precious segment of his life towards freedom.
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low,
and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
In your difficult times be mindful that Frank has left a mark on our world and in our hearts.
"Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world. For, indeed, that's all who ever have."
Margaret Mead
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5206
Lacey, WA
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| 05 Jun 2008 11:58 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Frank Thompson, USMC / WWII Navajo Code Talker. Mr. Thompson, 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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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 1954
Lexington, NC
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| 05 Jun 2008 12:54 PM |
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Frank Thompson earned my respect and gratitude when he served our country with a valued and rare skill, that of a Navajo Code Talker. His efforts, and those of all the Navajo Code Talkers, were hugely important during World War II. This American family will remember and honor him for his contributions to our freedom.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Frank Thompson. |
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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Uffda
Posts: 9873
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 05 Jun 2008 12:56 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Frank Thompson, Navajo Code Talker, USMC, WWII Veteran May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes, of the Greatest Generation, that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Frank.
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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mailman
Posts: 12208
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 05 Jun 2008 6:00 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of USMC WWII Veteran Frank Thompson. Rest In Peace Marine. |
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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: 2352
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 05 Jun 2008 9:08 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Frank Thompson, Navajo, US Marine, WWII Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Frank Thompson's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Frank Thompson, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Semper-Fi
Know You Are Loved
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Larry "Sir Bear" Sanderson
Georgia Mentor Team
770-500-6895
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Cell 770-500-6895
GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It
Ridding In Memory of my Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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Wags
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| 05 Jun 2008 9:16 PM |
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| Thank you for your invaluable service you provided to our country. You ARE an American Hero, I salute you sir. Rest In peace. |
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Slowhand
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 05 Jun 2008 9:30 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Frank Thompson 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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690MedCo
Posts: 4050
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 05 Jun 2008 10:08 PM |
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| Thank you 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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Dietsche12762
Posts: 646
SE WISCONSIN REGION/Walker MI ~~ Support Vehicle *Patriot Guard Rider * WARRIORSWATCH.ORG
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| 05 Jun 2008 11:26 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and community of USMC WWII veteran, Frank Thompson.
Thank you, Sir... for your service to our great nation and for helping to preserve if for many generations to come.
God Speed.
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Be Safe Out There
SE WI Region - Patriot Guard ~
Very Proud niece of Paul Kocourek, US Army ~ Vietnam Veteran '68 - '71
In Honor KJ Loecher, USAF '78 - '87, 3rd Tac Fighter Wing, Phantom Phixer
In Memory GW Pollard, USMC SSgt/Combat Artist Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian & Okinawa
In Memory of my Grandfather Edwin Dietsche, US Army ~ WWI, cook for General Pershing
In Memory of my Uncle James Ehler, MSgt USAF Korea/Vietnam
In Memory of Carl Stein, US Army ~ WWII '42-'44 "Hell on Wheels" 2nd Armored Division
www.warriorswatch.org
www.iraqwarheroes.org
~ What Borders ~ used with permission from The Crow
"Friends are God's way of taking care of us."
"It's a funny thing about life; if you refuse to accept anything but the best, you often get it."
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Kontractor
Posts: 255
Milwaukee RC
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| 05 Jun 2008 11:40 PM |
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| At a wedding several years ago, I spent some time with the keeper of the sacred flag/banner of the Ojibwa (sp) tribe. This was about the time the movie came out about the code talkers. I sat in awe and listened as the elders spoke of the dedication and honor those who served carried with them into battle. They were not chosen because they were special, they were special regardless of their position, rank, or service. I am, and forever shall be in awe of the bravery diplayed by the Navajo Nations soldiers. I salute you sir, Frank Thompson, USMC. We shall forever be in your debt. May the great Spirit guide you on your final journey. May Hope and Joy surround you, and Earth's wisdom be your guide. |
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Because It's The Right Thing To Do.
Nothing Worthwhile is ever Easy. And Nothing Easy is Ever Worthwhile.
"Hammer the Americans hard enough and you forge the best weapon in the world"
Captain Simeon Ecuyer...in a letter written to Colonel Bouquet during the siege of Fort Pitt, 1783
"American Soldiers in battle don't fight for what some president says on T.V., they don't fight for mom, apple pie, or the American flag... They fight for one another." Lt General Hal Moore
For all his bluster, it is the sad problem of man that he cannot choose his triumph,
He can only choose how he will stand when the call of destiny comes,
Hoping that he’ll have the courage to answer.
What Have I Done this Day to Honor the Names of My Fathers? |
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adccop
Posts: 2747
Tonopah, Arizona
Arizona
Asst State Captain
Northern Region
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| 06 Jun 2008 1:05 AM |
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To the family and friends of Frank Thompson I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.
To Frank, Stand Down your mission on this earth is complete. Thank You for your Service to our Country. Those that preceded you are now preparing your place of Honor among Them. Ride with the wind and the Angels and may you forever Rest in Peace. Pegs Down for a Hero and Patriot.
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GOBB
adccop
Viet Nam 67-69
Riding in Memory of My Hero Natalie
"It's Never Too Late To Say Welcome Home"
One more in the mission to ensure that our Warriors know they are supported and Never Again treated with disdain.
Have Flag Will Travel! |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5705
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 06 Jun 2008 1:17 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of another great hero, Frank Thompson, Navajo Code Talker! 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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CAN-DO
Posts: 195
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| 06 Jun 2008 2:21 PM |
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On behalf of the US Marine Riders Association, we wish to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends ofFrank Thompson,United States Marine Corps.
Your service as a Marine and the many sacrifices you made are truly worthy of the title “American Hero”. We all thank you for defending the United States of America, her freedoms and interests. Your outstanding devotion to God, Country and Corps will not be forgotten by those who have gone before you, those who are currently serving, and those who will step up in the future.
Marine!
Your mission is now complete.
You can stand down and rest in Peace!
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Pete
MGySgt / USMC - Retired
U.S. Marine Riders Association, Inc. (KY, OH, IN)
Treasurer / Communication Officer
www.usmarineriders.com
PGR - KY Ride Captain |
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aoop
Posts: 2465
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 06 Jun 2008 7:57 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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lonetexan2u
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Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 06 Jun 2008 11:29 PM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Frank Thompson, Navajo, Marine! May God give you peace and comfort within your hearts at this time. "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, you have served well... I stand in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” “To some a soldier is just a soldier, but to comrades in arms, We’re Family” |
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Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777
Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Mathews Airman recruit USAF, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman First Class USAF, Calif.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas
Riding in Memory of:
My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas
Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam , Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history |
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cat1948
Posts: 415
Alpharetta GA
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| 07 Jun 2008 4:47 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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Pinger
Posts: 2143
Lisbon, NY
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| 07 Jun 2008 7:11 AM |
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Thank you Frank, for your service for the preservation of FREEDOM ........... I Salute You
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Frank Thompson, Navajo Code Talker, USMC WWII Veteran ....... and Hero |
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Charlie
USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
"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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VTXRIDER55
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Warner Robins, GA
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| 07 Jun 2008 7:49 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Thompson family and friends in the loss of Frank. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Frank 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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Bighorn
Posts: 60
West Jordan
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| 07 Jun 2008 9:55 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Frank Thompson, word cannot express the respect that I have for this man that I have never met. The challanges he faced I have had the great fortune of meeting a number of code talkers all of America has lost a hero. |
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To save the world you asked this man to die"
Would this man, could he see you now, ask why? |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8034
Bonita Springs, FL
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| 08 Jun 2008 6:49 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
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline in Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 1435
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 09 Jun 2008 1:30 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII VETERAN AND NAVAJO CODE TALKER FRANK THOMPSON USMC. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE FRANK. SEMPER FI. 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
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