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Big rock 
Posts: 2002
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| 20 Jun 2008 7:56 PM |
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Updated 25 June 08 0738 Cdt by Sandra
Services: Friday June 27th,
2008: Funeral
services for Lcpl Whitacre will be held at 10:00 AM at Jay Co. High School.
Staging: 9:00
AM Jay County
High School
Address:
Jay County High School
2072 West St,
(Rd. 67)
Portland In 47371
Respectfully Submitted,
Ron Coleman -Chief
Asst. IN State Capt.
Patriot Guard Riders____________________________________________________________________________
Updated 24 Jun 08 1900 edt S Sturgis
We have just received the time that LCpl. Whitacre's plane is due in. Arrival time is 10:41 am at Muncie Airport. Members wishing to escort Lcpl Whitacre to Baird Freeman Funeral Home in Portland should be at the Muncie Airport No Later Than 10:00AM Wednesday, June 25, 2008.
The Muncie Airport (Delaware County) is located at:
311 W. Carl Simmons Drive Muncie, Indiana 47303
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=311+West+Carl+Simmons+Drive,+Muncie,+IN,+47303
Please remember to fill up your gas tanks before arriving for the escort.
Per Don DeBruler -mold maker, and Curly
Respectfully Submitted,
Ron Coleman -Chief
Asst. IN State Capt.
Patriot Guard Riders
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Updated 24 June 08 0547 Cdt by Sandra
The family of LCPL Whitacre has graciously invited the Patriot Guard Riders to his services. Updates will be provided as they become available. Thank you and God Bless.
Ron Coleman -Chief
Asst. IN State Capt. Patriot Guard Riders
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No. 521-08
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DoD Identifies Marine Casualties
The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of two Marines who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Capt. Eric Daniel Terhune, 34, of Lexington, Ky.
Lance Cpl. Andrew Francis Whitacre, 21, of Bryant, Ind.
Both Marines died June 19 while conducting combat operations in Farah Province, Afghanistan. They were assigned to 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, Calif.
For more information about these Marines may contact the 1st Marine Division public affairs office at (760) 763-5397.
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sdoise
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Kinder, La.
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| 20 Jun 2008 8:13 PM |
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| I convey heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of LCpl Andrew Francis Whitacre 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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aoop
Posts: 2506
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 20 Jun 2008 8:15 PM |
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| Thank You Marine. |
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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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Calling Fox
Posts: 845
Emerson, IA
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| 20 Jun 2008 8:16 PM |
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As I get ready to write to you, the words fall away as almost meaningless because of the pain I know you feel. I know, because I have felt that pain.
Know that you are NOT alone on this difficult path. Others are there to help you: reach out and embrace them, for they are offering not only themselves, but sharing with you that little bit of the Almighty that resides in all of us. This offering/sharing is what WILL give you the strength you will need to get thru. Trust me.
Any service related death, whether accident or illness, wounds received or KIA, warrant the Gold Star for the family. Don't let anyone tell you different.
I offer you my services, such as they are. If you want to talk, feel free to get in touch with me thru the PGR messaging. I WILL return your call/message. ANYTIME!
In the meantime know that my wife's and my prayers are with you.
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Jim Kearney Jr
Gold Star Dad
TSGT USAF/ANG (Ret) Vietnam Era
Western Iowa Chapter ALR
"Nothing is more devisive than the hyphen."
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mailman
Posts: 12860
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 20 Jun 2008 9:16 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Andrew Francis Whitacre. Rest In Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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akmarinemom
Posts: 33
Glennallen, AK
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| 20 Jun 2008 9:53 PM |
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Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. As a mom of a 2/7 Marine, please know that we are mourning with you. Please know that you are all in so many thoughts and prayers throughout the 2/7 family. Andrew's ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
We as a nation mourn with you. We cry with you, we stand with you. We share your anguish, we share your sadness, and we share your loss. You are not in this alone.
May God wrap loving angels around you, to guide you and ease your pain at this time of such great sorrow. God has
welcomed Andrew into his loving arms, so he too will be watching over you all.
Jana Becker-Alaska
Proud Marine Mom of
Cpl. Cory Becker-2/7 Golf-Deployed Afghanistan
United States Marine Corps
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690MedCo
Posts: 4051
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 20 Jun 2008 10:03 PM |
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| Thank you Lance Cpl. Andrew Francis Whitacre 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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Jasper54
Posts: 6283
Columbus, Ohio
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| 20 Jun 2008 10:24 PM |
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I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of United States Marine Corps LCpl. Andrew Francis Whitacre, who unselfishly placed himself in Harm's Way and has made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while fighting to defend our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Afghanastan. 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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semperpapa
Posts: 1314
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 20 Jun 2008 10:35 PM |
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I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of LCpl. Andrew Francis Whitacre 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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sig22
Posts: 3011
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain-Retired
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| 21 Jun 2008 3:27 AM |
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I send my sincere condolences to the family and friends of LCPL Andrew Francis Whitacre. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Godspeed Andrew.....Godspeed..... |
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Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.
"We are most effective as a team when we compliment each other without embarrassment and disagree without fear."
- Unknown
RIDING IN HONOR AND LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR FL Ride Captain (Ret) Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell - 24 Jun 2008
PGR TN member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR GA Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
PGR FL Senior Ride Captain Jack "Jacklok" Loken - 20 Oct 2007
"Take care, ride safe"
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