XLPilot 
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Chicora,PA
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| 24 Jun 2008 6:46 PM |
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| Prayers and Condolences to the Family and Friends of PFC Martin. Thank you for your Service and Sacrifices. Rest in Peace, you will not be forgotten. |
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jwilsr
Posts: 63
Macungie, PA
Ride Captain
PA Region 5
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| 24 Jun 2008 7:19 PM |
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To the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin I offer my sincere condolences and sympathies. Thank you Derek for your selfless commitment to our nation and freedom. Your watch has ended and while you leave us in body you live with us forever in spirit. God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace my brother.
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A Soldier's Prayer
(author unknown)
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
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Jack Williams
USAF '63 - '67
Pleiku, RVN '66 - '67
Florida Army National Guard '74 - '78
Standing to honor my hero, my father - WW II US Navy
In Memory of LCPL Luke McCulloch, The Royal Irish Regiment, and all Coalition Forces
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cadevine
Posts: 116
Monessen. Pennsylvania
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| 24 Jun 2008 7:20 PM |
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Our sincere condolences and sympathy for the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin, an american hero. May our Lord comfort all of you and by his hand support you.
Thank You soldier for your service and dedication to duty to serve and protect us, and you sure did a great job. You have a much better place to go now where you can rest in peace, you will never be forgotton, but you will be remembered and honored always.
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carmella moore-devine
Proud Granddaughter of:U.S. Army Luigi Gaitanella (SGT. First Class World War 1 and 2.
Proud Daughter of:Robert B Moore Sr (Korean War) U.S. Navy
Proud Cousin of: Pvt Joseph Gaitanella (Vietnam War 1972-1975) Died while in the States on Base
Proud Mom of:Sgt. First Class Paul Wisen currently in Afghanistan, 2 tours of Iraq, 2001 to present
Proud Mom of :Arthur Wisen Petty Officer 2nd class(retired from the USS Henry M Jackson) 1999-2006.
"LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE".
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dublin
Posts: 411
Ellington, CT
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| 24 Jun 2008 8:04 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with Derek's family and friends. I cannot imagine thier sorrow, but may they know of the gratitude that we all have for Derek's service and sacrifice. May love and friendship surround them in thier time of mourning and the many months to come................ |
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"With malice toward none; with charity for all: with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in." March 4, 1865 - Abraham Lincoln
Sarah Ward Gaer
Ellington, CT
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papajonohio
Posts: 1102
Swanton, Ohio
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| 24 Jun 2008 8:51 PM |
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My most heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of Derek Martin.
May your sorrow be tempered by the fact that we hold in our highest honor a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing a selfless act to serve his country. Thank You. THANK YOU.
"...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 Derek has left his 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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Big rock
Posts: 1987
IL. Ride Captain, Forum Moderator
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:55 AM |
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Bump for FINAL ITINERARY.
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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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hdrydr_98
Posts: 3
Chambersburg PA
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| 25 Jun 2008 12:55 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC Martin. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you in your loss. |
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son of a hero
Posts: 10
central PA
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| 25 Jun 2008 1:51 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin. We at Lebanon Valley Cycles Riding Club are ready to respond and honor this young man who was at the ready to give his life for his country whenever duty would call. |
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traveler043
Posts: 24
BRICK,NJ
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| 25 Jun 2008 4:04 PM |
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MY SINCERE AND HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE MARTIN FAMILY.AS FOR DEREK REST EASY AS OUR LORD AND SAVIOR HAS CALLED YOU TO SERVE.AND THAT IS THE GREATEST ARMY BARR NONE.MAY GOD KEEP YOU CLOSE.
REGARDS
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mattsmom
Posts: 1382
Westminster, Maryland
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| 25 Jun 2008 4:41 PM |
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| Pfc Martin, you are very truly appreciated for your willingness to stand for our nation. Rest easy now with our Lord, Derek, and know that you will never be forgotten here. |
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Thank you for your service and sacrifice in defending and protecting our freedoms. As a nation we mourn your loss, and we will remember you always as a true American hero. To the family, I offer my prayers and support. I understand a little of what you are going through-my son, a Marine LCpl, was killed in Iraq. I pray wonderful memories of your dear warrior help eventually to ease the pain you endure today. Your hero will never be forgotten-he leaves a legacy of honor and courage that few will ever achieve. God bless you. Julie Francis, Matt's Mom |
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satyr
Posts: 3616
Raleigh, NC
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| 25 Jun 2008 9:27 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and
friends of Pfc Derek Martin. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom
Derek. Rest in peace soldier. 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"
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gumijagr
Posts: 554
Covina, California
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:34 PM |
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| Thank You PFC Derek Martin for defending this great Nation. You will not be forgotten! Our prayers are with the family and friends.
Ride safe PGR Brothers! |
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Riding in Honor of my Brother John: 2nd Marine Division, 24th Marine Amphibious Unit out of Camp LeJune, North Carolina over a year in Beruit Lebanon during the October 23rd, 1983 attack. Also in Memory of my Father: WWll Veteran Navy Phillipines |
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lightning93
Posts: 19
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| 26 Jun 2008 4:18 AM |
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Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Derek. A life so short seems unfair at best. Please remember that Honor has no ending. Derek has earned our respect for his service to our country. Thank you for allowing the PGR to pay our respect with Honor and Dignity. We will never forget this soldier and his service.
Kickstand up in Lancaster, PA.
Riding in memory of Ssg Matt Maupin.
"Love never loses it's way home."
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milktoast
Posts: 2186
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 26 Jun 2008 5:42 AM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin. I thank this hero 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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Roert
Posts: 2704
Erie, PA
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| 26 Jun 2008 10:19 AM |
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Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin.
Rest in peace Soldier. |
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"Bomb Loader" F4E Phantom
USAF '76'-'80'
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LesUSA7178
Posts: 898
Sciota, Pa.
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| 26 Jun 2008 10:28 AM |
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Above all, THANK YOU Derek, for choosing to serve our nation.
Our most sincere condolences to Derek's family and friends.
Be very proud of this fine young man, he followed a noble calling.
Derek chose to stand watch for America, he will now stand watch over those most dear to him, as America stands the watch for him.
With Honor, Respect, and Gratitude.
Les and Aleida
USA 1971/72-78
HHC 11 Sig/32d AADCOM
K-town/Darmstadt, FRG
Charlie Co/142d Sig/2d Armored Div.
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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 1936
Lexington, NC
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| 26 Jun 2008 11:07 AM |
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PFC Derek Martin earned my respect and gratitude when he volunteered to serve our country as a citizen-soldier. His efforts to make the world a safer place will be remembered with honor and appreciation by this American family.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. You are in my prayers during this time of sorrow.
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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Calling Fox
Posts: 750
Emerson, IA
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| 26 Jun 2008 8:56 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.
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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Camrahn
Posts: 160
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania .Sr RC SE PA Region 6
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| 27 Jun 2008 10:45 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin during this difficult time. We are eternally grateful for this hero's courage, service and sacrifice for our Nation. We will never forget. God Bless.
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Frank
USAF 65-68
RVN 67-68 ROK 68
"Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen." |
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jaegers
Posts: 502
Tipton, IA
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| 27 Jun 2008 11:00 AM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Derek Martin. God bless you in this time of sorrow. Derek we thank you for your service to our country. |
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men. Philippians 2--29 |
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schlutman2
Posts: 39
northeast phila. pa.
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| 27 Jun 2008 2:38 PM |
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| To the family and friends of PFC Derek Martin,please accept my deepest heartfelt condolences. To PFC Derek Martin thank you for your service,dedication and loyalty to this Grreat Nation. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. |
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Wes "schlutman" Schlueter
Proud PGR member S.E Pa. Region 6
Member of Brothers for Flight 93
kEEP THE SHINY SIDE UP
AND ALWAYS
"KEEP OUR MILTARY BROTHERS AND
SISTERS IN YOUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS"
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CE1SeaBee
Posts: 145
Stewartstown, PA. PA Assistant State Captain
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| 27 Jun 2008 7:37 PM |
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Final Mission Report
Thursday at the funeral home, the family and friends were met by a flag line of 27 PGR members who stood to show their respect and to honor Derek for his service.
Friday dawned bright and early for the 17 PGR bikes and 1 cage at the staging area. By the time we arrived at the funeral home 2 more members had joined us. Once again, the family and friends were greeted by a flag line of dedicated PGR members. After a short service, Derek was transported to Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery where he was laid to rest with full military honors.
I wish to say thank you to ALL the PANG members who supported the family of their service brother in this time of sorrow. To all the PGR members who came out, thank you so much. I know the family did not get to speak with each of you, but please know that your efforts were deeply felt by each and every family member. A final thank you must go to the Lancaster-Lebanon IU 13 staff who upon learning of this mission offered the PGR use of their entire back parking lot for staging on both days.
Lastly, I want to personally thank Jim, Betsy, Ray, and grandfather ( whose name I forgot ) for allowing us to honor Derek. It was my honor to stand for him as he was so willing to stand for our country. If not for patriots like him, we would not have the freedoms we have.
MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
Tim Young
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FREEDOM IS NOT FREE, IT WAS BOUGHT AND PAID FOR BY THE VETERANS.
IN MEMORY OF SSGT KENNETH D KRALICK KIA 16DEC67 TAY NINH RSVN PANEL 32E 011
Tim Young
CE1 SEABEE USN 1971-1977 MCB23
Retired Baltimore County MD Police Officer
PGR 45377 07JUL06
PA ASC East
Honorary MD Ride Captain
717.993.6962
" NEVER FORGET, SERVICE, SACRIFICE, HONOR " |
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