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harly69g 
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KY State Captain
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| 09 Jul 2008 7:38 PM |
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Escort from airport:
The PGR will escort CPL McMillan from the Blue Grass Airport to Kerr Brothers Funeral Home on Thursday, July 17. Staging will be at the National Guard Armory, 4301 Airport Road, Lexington, KY.
Staging for this phase of the mission will be at 9:30 am at the Armory. We will brief at 9:50 and be ready to proceed to the arrival destination prior to 10 am since Sgt. Main felt like the aircraft would run 15-20 minutes ahead of schedule.
Visitation:
The PGR will stand an Honor Flag Line during the visitation for CPL McMillan at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, 3421 Harrodsburg Road, Lexington, KY, on Friday, July 18. Staging will be at the empty parking lot to the northeast side of the Kroger store, 3199 Beaumont Centre Circle, Lexington, KY. Staging will begin at 2:30 p.m. EDT. Be at the parking lot no later than 3:00 p.m. because that is when the briefing will start. After a short mission briefing kickstands will be up at 3:15 p.m. for the short ride to the funeral home. The Flag Line will be posted until 8:00 p.m.
Escort to Funeral Service:
An escort will be provided from Kerr Brothers Funeral Home to Southland Christian Church the morning of the funeral service. Staging will be at the Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, 3421 Harrodsburg Road, Lexington, KY. The staging time will be at 8:00 a.m. EDT. A briefing will take place shortly thereafter.
DO NOT BE LATE if you plan to participate in the escort to the church. The escort will leave as scheduled whether you are there or not.
Funeral Service:
The PGR will Honor CPL McMillan during funeral services which will be held at Southland Christian Church on Saturday, July 19, at 10:00 a.m. EDT. After the service starts at the church an advance party will be sent to Camp Nelson National Cemetery to post a Flag Line at the entrance. If you prefer to just go to the cemetery please be there no later than 10:45 a.m. in order to be briefed and in place.
Gravesite Service:
The PGR will escort CPL McMillan to Camp Nelson National Cemetery, 6980 Danville Road, Nicholasville, KY following the Funeral Service. Upon arrival at Camp Nelson an Honor Flag Line will remain posted for the duration of the Military Rites.
NOTE: The temperature is expected to be in excess of 90 degrees each day of this mission.
PLEASE BE HYDRATED WHEN YOU ARRIVE. Water will also be provided.
Flags will be provided; however, bring your own if you choose to.
Primary Ride Captain:
David Bolton / david@royalstarmidnight.com
Assistant Ride Captains:
Phil Roberts / pgr@proberts.us (Cell: 502-330-7704)
Mike Whitaker / mwhitaker@tjctechnology.com
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http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/24273234.html
New:
http://www.kentucky.com/181/story/457003.html
SPC McMillan was post-humously promoted to CPL
He has received the Bronze Star.
His platoon along with the CAO have been in touch with me already.
His platoon knew him well as "Big-Mac".
His wife & family seen the escort we did today as well for another Hero.
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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.
Spc. William L. McMillan III, 22, of Lexington, Ky., died July 8 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his patrol was struck by an improvised explosive device. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.
For more information media may contact the 25th Infantry Division public affairs office at (808) 655-6341. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
harly69g@gmail.com
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Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
"Kentucky Rides With Respect"
The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual.
Vince Lombardi
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harly69g
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KY State Captain
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| 09 Jul 2008 7:41 PM |
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My condolences to the wife, family, friends, soldiers you served with.
Heaven must have needed another Hero.
SPC McMillan you will be riding on the wings of Angels now.
God Bless. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
harly69g@gmail.com
Official KY site.
pgrky.org
pgrky.com
President Board of Directors
Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
"Kentucky Rides With Respect"
The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual.
Vince Lombardi
“little limp-wristed leather-clad ladies” Our new KY name from you know who. |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 915
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 09 Jul 2008 7:44 PM |
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My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of SPC William McMillan III! May God give you Peace and Comfort within your hearts with the knowledge William is in the grasp of the Greatest hands he would want to be in. Bless each of you in this time of profound emptiness with your hearts....
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 another. 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 with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!”
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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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mailman
Posts: 12862
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 09 Jul 2008 7:48 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Specialist William McMillan, III.. Rest In Peace Soldier. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Uffda
Posts: 10371
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 09 Jul 2008 8:36 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. William McMillan, III. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know
your son was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, William.
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.
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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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Ky Hammer
Posts: 154
Lexington, Ky.
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| 09 Jul 2008 8:42 PM |
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Thank you SPC William McMillan for your service to our country. May God be with your family and friends during these most difficult days ahead. God speed to you SPC McMillan...........
Standing by in Lexington......... |
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ky-softail
Posts: 149
Frankfort, KY Assistant State Captain
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| 09 Jul 2008 9:01 PM |
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I send my heartfelt condolences to the family. I assure you the Patriot Guard Riders will be there at your side to shield and protect you during this tragic time. SFC Main has my contact information should anything arise where you need to contact me directly.
Standing by in Frankfort.
Phil Roberts
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jrobinson
Posts: 115
Middletown, OH
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| 09 Jul 2008 9:29 PM |
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To the family and friends of SPC. william McMillan III I wish to send my condolence, please remember that your loved one is a true American Hero, it is because of young men and women like him that we are able to enjoy the life that we all live, and enjoy our freedomes. He paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedome and will never be forgotten. May you find peace and guidence from the good loard above during thease diffacult times.
To SPC. william McMillan III thank you for your service and dedication to our country, Thank you for ensuring our freedome. You are a true American Hero, Your mission here is now compleet so rest in peace for we have the watch now for you will never be forgotten.
standing by in Ohio
Jim
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 09 Jul 2008 10:40 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Spc. William McMillan, III, U.S. Army / OIF. Spc. McMillan, 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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armywife4life78
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| 09 Jul 2008 11:21 PM |
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| My heart goes out to you and your family. Many thanks for serving this great nation and fighting for our freedom. |
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gumijagr
Posts: 1083
Covina, California
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| 10 Jul 2008 12:27 AM |
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| Thank you SPC William McMillan III for Defending this great Nation against terrorism, so we can enjoy the freedom we have here, You will not be forgotten, our prayers are with the family and friends of this great american Hero!
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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Sky 1
Posts: 75
Louisville
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| 10 Jul 2008 12:49 AM |
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| Welcome Home dear Soldier, and thank you for your service. You are now in the Army of Angels, but we will never forget you here at home. My prayers go out to your family and friends. |
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custer7thcav
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Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 10 Jul 2008 2:02 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. William McMillan. 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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mcmillfmly@aol.com
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| 10 Jul 2008 2:30 AM |
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Thank you so much for your kind words. I am Bill's mother and my husband and I would appreciate any support you can help us with at the funeral. We do not want Bill's funeral marred by protestors. Bill loved being a combat medic and believed we were making progress in Iraq My husband is a KY native, a West Point graduate and was a Captain in Vietnam. We would appreciate any support at the funeral. It is such a disheartening thought that protestors may try to intefere with our final good bye to our son. We cant confirm any funeral arrangements until we know when he will be flown back to KY. Thank you again for keeping Bill and our family in your prayers
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ANVIL7
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Flaherty Ky
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| 10 Jul 2008 2:33 AM |
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| It is with heavy heart that I offer my condolences to the family, freinds and comrades of SPC McMillan. May the Lord give you the strength and comfort to while greiving for your hero. SPC McMillan, Thank You Sir!! - your sacrifice will not be forgotten - I will proudly stand for you as you stood for us. Standing by in Kentucky to honor this hero. |
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The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldiers who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.....Gen Douglas McArthur
Will "TOP" Arnold
Senior Ride Captain
US Army 1SG Retired 71-96 Cavalry Scout
Life Time Member
11th Armored Cavalry Regiment "Blackhorse"
I ride in Memory of CSM (Ret) Patrick Merrill - a hero - a warrior - an American - a mentor - and most importantly my true friend - you will never be forgotten - SGT Codi Pringle & SSG Jerry Pringle 101st OIF 3xtour Vet, they are my Daughter/Son-in-law and my HEROS - Stay Focused kids
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1300
Warner Robins, GA
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| 10 Jul 2008 4:43 AM |
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| Our heart felt condolences to the McMillan family and friends in the loss of william. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. William 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. God tells us that “Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13) As Christ our Lord laid down His life for us that believe in Him for salvation, so your love one has laid down his life for us for our freedom. This act has made him a Super Hero in my heart and I thank-you deeply for this sacrifice made for our freedoms. I pray that God will now bless your lives and help you see how great a thing this is which your loved one has done. The FALLEN MILITARY MEMBER has shown this country his greatest love for country and friends |
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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
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ucraimx
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Huber Heights, OH
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| 10 Jul 2008 4:57 AM |
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The heartfelt appreciation of a truly grateful American citizen goes out to SPC McMillan, who answered his country's call and was there when it needed him.
I send my prayers and deepest condolences to the family and friends. I hope that the fact that he is an American hero and is honored by many around the world brings you some comfort in this time of loss.
I pray for safety and great weather conditions for my PGR family honoring this American Hero.
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Mike A. Crain I, D.Min.
USAF 1995-1999, Wright Patterson Air Force Base
The price for this freedom at times has been high, but we have never been unwilling to pay that price...We have every right to dream heroic dreams. Those who say that we are in a time when there are no heroes just don't know where to look.
- Ronald Reagan in his Inaugural Address
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papajonohio
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Swanton, Ohio
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| 10 Jul 2008 5:45 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of SPC. William McMillan III.
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.
You will not be forgotten
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low,
and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
-- Margaret Mead
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whitmw
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Richmond, KY
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| 10 Jul 2008 6:21 AM |
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| I offer my heart felt condolences to the McMillan family, friends and his community. We have lost a hero to all of us. Thank you for his service to our country. Our prayers go out to you in this time of loss. He will always be remebered. |
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Senior Ride Captain
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mmpainter
Posts: 150
Chatsworth, GA
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| 10 Jul 2008 7:31 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of SPC William McMillan III. I am grateful for his military service to this nation and the ultimate sacrifice he made. Stand down Soldier, your mission is complete.
Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called sons of GOD. – Matthew 5:9
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tjustice71
Posts: 134
Winchester, Kentucky
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| 10 Jul 2008 9:16 AM |
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Our condolences to the Family and Friends of SPC McMillan. Thank you for your Service. Rest, Specialist, your Mission is complete.
Standing by in Radcliff.....
Tom and Sue
(TJustice and JacAmo)
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US Army Veteran
Marine Corps "Brat"
Semper Gumby - "Always Flexible"
In Memory of over 58,044 Brothers who never returned - Vietnam '68-'75
Riding in Memory of USMC PFC G.E. Owens ( Oct 1950 - Dec 1974)...my Dad...my Hero
Never Again !!
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satyr
Posts: 4030
Raleigh, NC
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| 10 Jul 2008 9:42 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc William McMillan III. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom William. Rest in peace soldier. I salute you.
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Steve Roma
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 heroes never dies.
- Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
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sdoise
Posts: 3789
Kinder, La.
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| 10 Jul 2008 10:17 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Spc. William McMillan 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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Jeff Carr
Posts: 230
Simpsonville S.C.
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| 10 Jul 2008 10:34 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to family and friends of SPC William McMillan,you are in our thoughts and prayers . I thank you William for your service to a greatfull nation. I stand in your HONER you are a HERO God Bless may you rest in peace. |
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jif48
Posts: 402
Marysville Ohio
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| 10 Jul 2008 12:12 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with all of Bill's family and friends. Please
know he will not be forgotten.
__________SPC William McMillan III. You are a hero to us all. Your service and
sacrifice will never be forgotten. As God holds you close now, rest easy.
Standing by.
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Respect for the military has sometimes been lost. This should not happen again....ever.
The hero is one who kindles a great light in the world, who sets up blazing torches in the dark streets of life for men to see by.
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