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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 4535
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 12 Jul 2008 3:24 PM |
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Updated 14 July 08 1543 cdt Sandra
Final Itinerary
Donald Ray Shield, 54, US Army Veteran
July 15, 2008
Ride Captain: Ron “roadrash” Mitchell 817-300-7464 windindaface@yahoo.com
This is a one part mission. Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Staging: 1215 (12:15 pm) I need six flag bikes at Potter’s House Church located at Spur 408 and Kiest Blvd (6777 Kiest Blvd). We will escort the family and coach to DFW National Cemetery. All other riders shall stage at DFW National Cemetery at 1230 (12:30 pm) on Patriot Ave. below Shelter “A”. There is a possibility that we will stand a flag line for the service at Shelter “A” at 1300 (1:00 pm) and then proceed to Shelter “B” for the Shield service at 1330 (1:30 pm).
Weather: HOT, HOT, HOT. Make sure you hydrate before arrival and continue to hydrate during mission.
It is recommended that riders approach the DFW National Cemetery from Kiest due to frequent closures of Mountain Creek Pkwy.
The support truck will be there.
Iron horses if you can. Cages are always welcome.
Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent with honor and respect for this veteran and his family.
Respectfully submitted,
Ron Mitchell
Senior Ride Captain
North Texas
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The family of Donald Ray Shield, 54, has requested the participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the escort and interment of this US Army veteran. The mission is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, 2008 around mid-day. The escort is from The Potter's House Chapel on Kiest Blvd. near DFW National Cemetery, to the National Cemetery. The final itinerary will be published as soon as all information is obtained.
Ron "Roadrash" Mitchell is the ride captain for this mission.
Bill "Rotorhead" Holcomb
Deputy State Captain
North Texas
Patriot Guard Riders
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 915
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 12 Jul 2008 3:32 PM |
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My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Donald Ray Shield! May God give you Peace and Comfort within your hearts with the knowledge Donald Ray is in the grasp of the Greatest hands he could want to be in.
TO Our Hero; “God's speed as you join your comrades. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” “For those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low, and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know."
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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
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sdoise
Posts: 3789
Kinder, La.
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| 12 Jul 2008 4:13 PM |
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I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Donald Ray Shield 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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690MedCo
Posts: 4051
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 12 Jul 2008 5:58 PM |
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| Thank you Donald Ray Shield 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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mlmsan
Posts: 2704
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 12 Jul 2008 6:21 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Donald Ray Shield, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Donald Ray Shield's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Donald Ray Shield, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" 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
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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mailman
Posts: 12862
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 12 Jul 2008 8:16 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of US Army Veteran Donald Ray Shield. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Harley Harrold
Posts: 8204
Meridian, MS.
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| 12 Jul 2008 10:10 PM |
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| I offer my condolences to the family and friends of Donald R. Shield for the loss of this AMERICAN HERO who will not be forgotten. May you rest in the arms of our Lord forever free in heaven. |
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ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL.
They may take my LIFE, but they will NEVER take my FREEDOM!
To my wife Anita, Love you always and forever babe!
"It is accomplished by the few for the many - FREEDOM!" John Harrold
USN 1971-1977
USAF 1979-Present
Riding in memory of the Vietnam war, that it will NOT be repeated.
2007 Harley Davidson Fatboy (Warrior)
Here be Dragons from Houston, Texas!
American Legion, VFW, MRF, Poplar Springs United Methodist Church, National HOG member, Full time biker [ 39+ years ]. Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!! |
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gumijagr
Posts: 1071
Covina, California
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| 13 Jul 2008 12:20 AM |
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| Donald Ray Shield, Thank You for defending this Great Nation in the Army,so we can enjoy the freedom we now have, 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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8254
Naples, FL
Ride Captain
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| 13 Jul 2008 4:06 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 Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
USAR - PV2 Dominic Sutherland
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
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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Jeff Carr
Posts: 230
Simpsonville S.C.
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| 13 Jul 2008 5:13 AM |
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| My condolences to family and friends of Donald Ray Shield, I thank you for your service to our country and the freedom that we enjoy God Bless. |
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jaegers
Posts: 729
Tipton, IA
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| 13 Jul 2008 6:49 AM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to family and friends of Donald Shield. May the Lord bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Donald; thank you for your service to our country, it will not be forgotten. |
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men. Philippians 2--29 |
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4185
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 13 Jul 2008 7:00 AM |
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God Bless Donald Ray Shield, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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Billboy
Posts: 930
Webster, Fl.
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| 13 Jul 2008 7:22 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of Donald Ray Shield, US Army, Veteran, Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you for your Service. May you rest in Peace and may God be with you.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
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papajonohio
Posts: 1468
Swanton, Ohio
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| 13 Jul 2008 9:02 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of Donald Ray Shield.
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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custer7thcav
Posts: 5975
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 13 Jul 2008 11:27 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Donald Ray Shield. 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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 5512
Lacey, WA
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| 13 Jul 2008 2:20 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Donald Ray Shield, U.S. Army Veteran. Mr. Shield, 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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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1567
Conroe,Texas
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| 13 Jul 2008 3:18 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Donald Ray Shield,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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Slowhand
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 13 Jul 2008 6:34 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Donald Ray Shield 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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aoop
Posts: 2506
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 13 Jul 2008 6:47 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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Jasper54
Posts: 6293
Columbus, Ohio
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| 14 Jul 2008 2:42 AM |
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| I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army Veteran, Donald Ray Sheild. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort during this most difficult of times. |
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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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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1300
Warner Robins, GA
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| 14 Jul 2008 5:12 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Shield family and friends in the loss of Donald. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Donald 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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SteveC1951
Posts: 377
Blue Grass Iowa
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| 14 Jul 2008 6:15 AM |
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To the family and friends, my sincere sympathy and condolences in your time of sorrow.
To Donald Ray Shield, my grattitude and thanks to you for your service in defense of our Nation and the freedoms we enjoy. You are a true American Hero. You will not be forgotten. |
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Steve Cole
SFC, US Army, 1970 - 1992, Retired
Member H.O.G., ABATE
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satyr
Posts: 4029
Raleigh, NC
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| 14 Jul 2008 7:39 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of U.S. Army veteran, Donald Ray Shield. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Donald. 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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wvhusker
Posts: 4740
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 14 Jul 2008 8:36 AM |
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Mr. Shield,
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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Uffda
Posts: 10371
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 14 Jul 2008 12:03 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Donald Ray Shield, Army Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Donald.
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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