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mattsmom 
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Westminster, Maryland
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| 01 Jul 2008 6:13 PM |
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| Capt Dykeman, you are so truly appreciated. You stand a hero now at heaven's gates, along with all our fallen warriors who have gone before you. Rest easy now Philip, 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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Calling Fox
Posts: 750
Emerson, IA
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| 02 Jul 2008 7:58 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, on or off duty, 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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Richa
Posts: 144
Lindenhurst, NY
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| 03 Jul 2008 9:46 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Capt. Philip Dykeman. May he Rest In Peace, his duty done. |
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I never worry about action, but only inaction.
Winston Churchill
USAF 76-80
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Roadglide95
Posts: 161
Sr Ride Captain Hebron,KY
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| 03 Jul 2008 12:58 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Capt Philip J. Dykeman.
Philip, your Heroism and Supreme Sacrifice will never be forgotten.
At Ease, Marine, your duty is done.
May you now rest peacefully in the Arms of Our Lord. Semper Fi. |
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Roadglide95
Sr Ride Captain - Kentucky
E-5 US Army
229th AHB 1st Cav Div (Airmobile)
RVN 1971-1972
Northern Kentucky Coordinator MIAP
"Kentucky Rides With Respect"
Standing In Honor and Respect Of:
General Horatio Gates, American Continental Army 1776 - 1784
George Taber Gates, US Army WWI 1917 - 1920
Chester Sikora USN 1941-1945, Pearl Harbor Survivior
Capt. Mary Jane Verrigni WAC, OSS 1942-1945
Cpl Alfred Verrigni, US Army 1942-1945
SGT Joesph Verrigni, US Army 1942-1945
SP4 John Monyahan US Army KIA 3/17/72
"Rest Well My Friend and We'll raise a glass when I meet you at Fiddlers Green"
"For those that have fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know" |
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"Wookie"
Posts: 1119
Olympia, WA
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| 03 Jul 2008 1:31 PM |
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Capt Philip J. Dykeman!
Our heartfelt Prayers for Comfort and Strength during this time
of Remembrance for your Loved One !
We “Thank You” for a Hero who has served us so faithfully!
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Respectfully,
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wvhusker
Posts: 4542
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
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| 03 Jul 2008 2:32 PM |
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CPT Dykeman,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
Sr. NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1407
Conroe,Texas
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| 03 Jul 2008 5:48 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Capt. Philips J. Dykeman,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
Paul E. Babb Sr.
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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hwilj
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| 03 Jul 2008 8:56 PM |
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My most sincere condolences to the family of Captain Dykeman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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RDWinters
Posts: 427
Wilson,NC
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| 03 Jul 2008 9:01 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Cpt. Philip J. Dykeman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God bring you comfort and peace. Thank you Cpt. Dykeman for your courage, dedication, leadership and sacrifices. Thank you for standing guard for our freedoms and those of others around the world. God Bless You. Rest easy Brother. |
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"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
De Oppresso Liber
R.D. and Kay Winters
U.S. Army (Ret) 1978-1998
Special Forces Assn Decade
American Legion
VFW
PGR
Blue Knights NC IX
www.myspace.com/kaynrick_hd
In Memory of:
L/Cpl Ronald Wayne Shields, P-39E/L-21, SVN, 13 Feb 68 (Uncle)
SFC Jonathan Tessar, Iraqi Freedom, 31 Oct 05 (Teammate, Friend, Brother)
James Kenneth Sinclair, Veteran, Motorcycle Accident, 16 Apr 04 (Kay's Dad)
It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.
Pres. Theodore Roosevelt
Paris, France
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rgetch
Posts: 246
Bradford, Pa
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| 04 Jul 2008 7:58 AM |
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I wish to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of CPT Philip J. Dykeman. His service to this country will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace CPT Philip.
Richard
PA SRC Reg 2
Bradford, Pa
US Army 65-92
Duty, Honor and Country are more than words.
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teachr
Posts: 153
Orange County, NY
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| 04 Jul 2008 2:52 PM |
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Rest in peace Capt Dykeman and may your family and friends find comfort in that peace.
Thank you for your heroic service to this country.
Your bravery will never be forgotten.
~mk |
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My Dad taught me that Freedom is not free! |
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jerryndeon
Posts: 39
Potsdam, NY
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| 04 Jul 2008 7:26 PM |
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Final Itinerary:
Staging will be at the American Legion Post in Central Square, NY. This is located on US rt 49 west of the village. Doors will be open at 7am, coffee provided.
We will hold our briefing at 8am, kickstands up at 8:10 and flag line beginning at 8:20am at the Watson Funeral Home, 631 S Main Street in Central Square NY.
Viewing hours are from 0900 until 1200hours, a mass will be held at 1300hours at St Mary's Parish in Cleveland NY. We will be sending an advance party to the church with their flags so we are in place when the procession arrives.
Ride captain for this mission is Jerry Deon, please contact him if you have any questions regarding this itinerary.
Ride safe,
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Jerry Deon
Senior R/C-Region 3 NY
BOD PGR NY
Star Touring & Riding
Star Vet
US Army Sgt 1975-1979 |
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lbowenj
Posts: 25
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| 05 Jul 2008 4:04 PM |
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Our family sends our deepest condolences to your family.
Lois, Proud Army Wife and Veteran
Pulaski, NY
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jerryndeon
Posts: 39
Potsdam, NY
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| 06 Jul 2008 2:29 PM |
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| I would like to personally say thank you to each and every PGR Member that was able to make this mission. We had a tremendous turn out of support, having over 50 members in our flag line from 8:20am until noon. I also want to say thank you to Matt Anable for taking the role of leading the motorcyclists to the church to prestage the flagline and have it in place when the family and funeral procession arrived.
Once again our region 3 membership stepped up to show their professionalism and patriotism for the family of Capt Phillip Dykeman.
It is an honor to be a Ride Captain and member of such a great group of people.
Thank you once again,ride safe,
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Jerry Deon
Senior R/C-Region 3 NY
BOD PGR NY
Star Touring & Riding
Star Vet
US Army Sgt 1975-1979 |
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bewaniszyk
Posts: 1
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| 07 Jul 2008 12:27 PM |
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It was an honor to be in the presence of such great people honoring the life of such a great man. Please accept my gratitude for the tremendous amount of respect and support that was shown for Phil and his family that day.
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 904
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 07 Jul 2008 3:43 PM |
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My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of ! May God give you Peace and Comfort within your hearts with the knowledge he is in the grasp of the Greatest hands he would want to be in.
TO Our Hero; “God's speed as you join your comrades. No greater love has any man than one who will lay down his life for his brother. For those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low, and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know.” “Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” “SEMPER FI MARINE, stand at ease as your mission is complete." "OohRah" brother….
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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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