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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 4888
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 02 Sep 2008 9:39 AM |
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U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran Terryl L. Whirley, 61, Brainerd, passed away on
Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, at his home after a battle with cancer. He comes
from 3 generations of Army Hero's. Here are his sister Susanne's words: "We
are so thankful that you will do this for us as Terry and I were and are
very patriotic as are our mom and step-dad and we both are bike riders.
Terry taught me how to ride when I was about 20. There were three
generations of Army, my grandfather was in WWI, my dad as I mentioned was in
WWII and Terry, the Vietnam war."
We have been invited by his sister Susanne Whirley to stand for him at his
funeral and we have accepted this opportunity to not only honor Terry, but
his family history as well. Please join us Saturday in showing our respect
for this true American Hero.
Services will be Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Heritage Assembly of
God Church in Brainerd. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Gardens
of Brainerd. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Saturday at
the church.
Arrangements are with Halvorson-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Services
of Brainerd.
Starr Marshall is RCIC
I need 6-8 bikes for the 5 mile escort to the cemetery, please email me
ASAP if you can do it. We are going to go slow, the hearse will be behind
us, so you can fly your flag if you wish.
Staging: Saturday 06 Sept, 2008
1150 ~ NE Corner of
Wal-Mart
Supercenter <http://maps.live.com/localsearch/details.aspx?lid=YN459x8363810&qt=yp&what=Walmart&where=Baxter%2c+MN&s_cid=ansPhBkYp02&mkt=en-us>
(218) 829-1992 · 7295 Glory Rd, Baxter
1215 ~ Briefing
1220 ~ Kickstands up*
1225 ~ Arrive at Heritage Assembly of God Church, (13242 Berrywood Dr,
Baxter, MN) and set flagline
1230 -1245 ~ Family is arriving
1300 ~ Visitation begins
1400 ~ Funeral Begins 1410 ~ Stand Down and those not on escort leave for
Cemetery/Memorial Gardens.
1500 ~ (Roughly) Escort family and hearse to Evergreen Memorial Gardens,
(1105 3rd Ave NE, Brainerd, MN 218-829-5898)
Stand down after family leaves the cemetery
Post-Mission gathering place yet to be determined but there will be one.
Hope to see you there....
God Bless America and Those That Serve and Have Served This Great Nation ~
Freedom Isn't Free!!
Starr Marshall
Brainerd Sector RC
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BootLady
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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eagle_man
Posts: 1767
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 02 Sep 2008 9:54 AM |
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| My Thought's and Prayer's are with the Family and Friends of this Great American Hero, who at Great personal risk stepped forward and Defended this Our Freedom and way of Life. May You Rest in Peace, You will not be Forgotten. |
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Ron Forbes
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
PGR member #96182
Honored to Stand for those who have stood.
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to
our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them
to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our
children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free."
Ronald Reagan
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mpainter
Posts: 232
Chatsworth, GA
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| 02 Sep 2008 10:23 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Terry L. Whitley. I am eternally grateful for your military service to this nation. May you rest in peace Sir, your mission is complete. You will not be forgotten.
Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called sons of GOD. – Matthew 5:9
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Mark Painter
Sergeant - US Army 1985-1992
D Co, 2nd Bn, 69th Armor Reg, 197th Inf. Bde.
Operation Desert Shield/Storm 1990-1991
Firefighter 1999-2002
Murray Co. Fire Dept.
RIDING IN MEMORY OF....ALL of those who serve, and those who serve no more |
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 993
Orange Park, FL
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| 02 Sep 2008 12:16 PM |
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Thank you for my freedom Mr Whirley. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.” |
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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
It's all about freedom! |
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mlmsan
Posts: 3574
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 02 Sep 2008 12:16 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Terry L. Whirley, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Terry L. Whirley's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Terry L. Whirley, 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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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@comcast.net
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
Riding 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 now serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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papajonohio
Posts: 2166
Swanton, Ohio
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| 02 Sep 2008 12:57 PM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of Terry Whirley.
Thank You to a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing the selfless act of giving of oneself 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...
* * * * * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * * * * *
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FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
* * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * *
YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
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~~~~ Vietnam – ’67-’68 ~~~~~
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 6262
Lacey, WA
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| 02 Sep 2008 1:36 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Terry L. Whirley, U.S. Army / Viet Nam Veteran. Mr. Whirley, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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Florida Shamrock
Posts: 578
West Central Florida
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| 02 Sep 2008 2:44 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Terry Whirley. Rest in peace Brother. Stand down your tour is done.
Vietnam 68-69
Retired Deputy Sheriff
Riding for POW/MIA’s
“You Are Not Forgotten”
2008 Ride to the Wall
“When one American is not worth the effort to be found, we as Americans have lost.” |
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Miss_Behaving
Posts: 1107
Hillsboro, MO
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| 02 Sep 2008 2:50 PM |
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Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends of Terry L. Whirley. We are saddened with the loss of another great hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in Peace Solider. Your Mission is complete.
Diane & Bob Flowers |
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sdoise
Posts: 4551
Kinder, La.
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| 02 Sep 2008 3:20 PM |
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I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of and my sincere appreciation of Terry L. Whirley 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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mailman
Posts: 14782
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 02 Sep 2008 3:32 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Vietnam Veteran Terry L. Whirley. Rest In Peace. |
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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: 11023
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 02 Sep 2008 3:38 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Terry L. Whirley, Army, Viet Nam 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, Terry.
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.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
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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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custer7thcav
Posts: 6883
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 02 Sep 2008 5:34 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Terry L. Whirley. 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
and
Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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jaegers
Posts: 1304
Tipton, IA
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| 02 Sep 2008 7:37 PM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Terry Whirley. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Terry; Welcome Home Brother and thank you for your service to our country. Know that you 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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gumijagr
Posts: 2024
Covina, California
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| 03 Sep 2008 12:04 AM |
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| Thank you Terry L. Whirley, for Defending this Great Nation in Vietnam 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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adccop
Posts: 2782
Tonopah, Arizona
Ride Captain
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| 03 Sep 2008 12:10 AM |
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To the family and friends of Terry L. Whirley I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.
To Terry, Welcome Home Brother and Thank You for your Service to our Country. Stand Down your mission on this earth is now complete. Those that have preceded you are now preparing your place of Honor among Them. Ride with the wind and the Angels and may you forever Rest in Peace. Pegs Down for a Brother Veteran.
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GOBB
adccop
Viet Nam 67-69
Riding in Memory of My Hero Natalie
"It's Never Too Late To Say Welcome Home"
One more in the mission to ensure that our Warriors know they are supported and Never Again treated with disdain.
Have Flag Will Travel! |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 2168
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 03 Sep 2008 1:25 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN TERRY L. WHIRLEY USA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME TERRY AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS |
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satyr
Posts: 4909
Raleigh, NC
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| 03 Sep 2008 12:12 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam U.S. Army veteran, Terry L. Whirley. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Terry. Rest in peace soldier. I salute you.
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satyr
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"
Inspired by the poem "In Flanders Field" |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8709
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 03 Sep 2008 6:40 PM |
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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 Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - SGT Dominic Sutherland - WOCS Ft. Rucker
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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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 1873
Conroe,Texas
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| 04 Sep 2008 1:57 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Terry L. Whirley,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
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC. |
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Jasper54
Posts: 7046
Columbus, Ohio
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| 04 Sep 2008 7:33 PM |
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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
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;
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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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4803
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 05 Sep 2008 4:07 AM |
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God Bless Terry L. Whirley, 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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Twinkle
Posts: 48
Motley, Minnesota
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| 06 Sep 2008 10:17 AM |
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Thank you Terry for your service to this country and for your dedication in protecting our freedoms. You are now safe in the arms of Jesus. We pray comfort and peace for your family. Stand down soldier, we have the watch now.
The Brainerd Sector Leadership
Starr Marshall RC
Roger Danielson ARC
Louise Danielson ARC
James Parent ARC
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God bless you and those that serve and have served this great nation ~ Freedom Isn't Free
Starr Marshall
Brainerd Sector RC
MN Patriot Guard Riders |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5133
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 08 Sep 2008 2:30 PM |
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Mr. Whirley,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your 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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