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Uffda 
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 14 Sep 2008 5:35 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
Capt. Jesse Melton III. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know
your loved one 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, Jesse.
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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8710
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 14 Sep 2008 7:23 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Jesse is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit. Stand Tall, Stand Proud…An American Hero Is Coming Home.
Stand down, Capt Jesse Melton III, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
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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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catbrooks
Posts: 1760
Lake Mary, FL
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:31 AM |
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My family and I saend our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
Captain Jesse Melton III, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace... |
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Cat
"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
In loving memory of Sgt John D Rode
KIA 02/14/07 Baquaba Iraq |
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Military Sniper
Posts: 59
OFallon, MO
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August Moon
Posts: 2
New Freedom, PA
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| 14 Sep 2008 6:31 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers are extended to the family and friends of Capt. Jesse Melton III. Thank you Capt. Melton for your service, dedication and sacrifice. It will be my priviledge to stand in honor of you. |
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"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things that I can and the wisdom to know the difference." |
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mattsmom
Posts: 1429
Westminster, Maryland
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| 14 Sep 2008 9:06 PM |
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| Capt Melton, III, 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, Jesse, and know that you will be remembered here, always. |
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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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Da Wall
Posts: 29
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| 15 Sep 2008 6:47 AM |
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| Condolences to Family and friends, sarrow for the loss of a HERO, a part of the national that can never be repaid. Da Wall stands-by from G-town and will stand-tu on this mission. |
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RDWinters
Posts: 836
Wilson,NC
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| 15 Sep 2008 8:37 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Cpt. Jesse Melton III. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Thank you Cpt. Melton for your courage, dedication, leadership and sacrifices. Thank you for standing guard for our freedoms and those of others around the world. May God keep you in his loving arms. 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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JohnSantivasci
Posts: 10
Saint Leonard , Md
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| 16 Sep 2008 8:29 AM |
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| To the familly of Capt Melton. I am MSgt John Santivasci USAF Retired, and my brother is Master Gunnery Sergeant. Michael Santivasci USMC. My brother was assigned with Capt Melton in Okinawa, and was with him in Afganistan as his Top Sergeant, and he is still there. He has asked that I represent him at the services, which I will. Our entire family wishes you the best and you have our heartfelt love during this time. My brother tells me he has the utmost respect for Capt. Melton and that it was his honor to serve under him. He will miss him dearly. |
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"Stinger"
USAF 1970-1990
Vietnam 1972-1973 18th Special Ops Sq (AC-119K)
Air Force One 1975-1990
Two Marine Sons
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Chitown
Posts: 571
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| 16 Sep 2008 11:50 AM |
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Capt. Jesse Melton III,
Thank you for your Dedication and Service. Its men like you that allow us to live in the greatest country in the world.
We will NEVER forget you
I'd like to offer my sincere condolences Jesse's family and friends. I grieve for your loss.
Rest in Peace, brother… Semper Fi |
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'Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines (this goes for all our service men and women) don't have that problem.' -- Ronald Reagan
Standing by in Leawood, Kansas
Mike "Chitown" O'Malley
SSGT USMC 1977 - 1985
C co. 1st BN, 5th Marines
ALR Post 370
Patriot Guard Riders
Kansas Patriot Guard
Riding in honor of
SPC Matthew Murchison US Army. KIA Iraq 8/4/07
SPC David Lane US Army. KIA Iraq 9/5/07
Cpl Billy Willis US Army 9/10/07
Sgt Jeffrey Mersman KIA Afghanistan 11/8/07
Four young Kansas Soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for us.
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TMR
Posts: 2695
Willow Springs IL
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| 16 Sep 2008 4:09 PM |
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"There is no greater love", says the Lord, "than to lay down your life for a friend".
Thank you and God Bless you, Capt Melton, for being willing to do just that.... for me and mine.
'Rest easy, son, at the top of the stairs.'
Standing in spirit in Willow Springs IL TMR
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JohnSantivasci
Posts: 10
Saint Leonard , Md
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| 17 Sep 2008 7:14 AM |
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| Mrs. Chance and Family. Last night I had the honor of speaking with the Marines that were assigned with Capt Melton. Each and everyone of them wants you to know that you and your family are in there prayers. That Capt. Melton was a highly respected and beloved leader and someone they miss greatly. That they held a memorial service for him and that another is scheduled on Sept 24th in Okinawa. Thier hearts were touched by your son and brother. He will forever be in there hearts. God Bless you and yours. |
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"Stinger"
USAF 1970-1990
Vietnam 1972-1973 18th Special Ops Sq (AC-119K)
Air Force One 1975-1990
Two Marine Sons
One Air Force Daughter |
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SFC Rod
Posts: 320
Weston, Mich
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| 17 Sep 2008 6:21 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Marine Captain Jesse Melton III. Jesse, You Will Never Be Forgotten.. Semper Fi!!! Christmas in Arlington..
Rest easy, sleep well my brother, Jesse.
Know the line has held, your job is done.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held.
Peace, peace, and farewell..
SFC Rod, Standing in Honor and Respect...
www.ourfallensoldier.com
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Asmodeus
Posts: 658
State Captain
Maryland & DC
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| 17 Sep 2008 6:59 PM |
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It was an honor today to ride for Capt. Melton. The more you hear of this young Officer and Gentleman, the more impressed you have to be. His dedication, honor and integrity are an example I will hold up for my own children.
Thank you to the family for allowing us to show our respect today. Our condolences again for the loss of such an outstanding young man. We mourn with you.
Capt. Melton, I wish I could have met you sir. The impact you had on others lives and the storied way you became a US Marine Officer are absolutely awesome.
Stand down Sir. Rest in Peace. We have the watch.
Never Forgotten.
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Brian Parnes
State Captain
Maryland & D.C.
(Asmodeus@patriotguard.org)
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Sandy9999
Posts: 476
Westminster, MD
Ride Captain
Forum Moderator
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| 17 Sep 2008 9:14 PM |
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**************Mission Complete***************
I want to thank the family for inviting us to be a part of the services for Capt. Jesse Melton. It was truly an honor!
I also want to thank all who participated in this mission. Throughout the evening on Tuesday, we had 19 PGR members stand a flag-line for the visitation. For the funeral service today, we had 15 stand a flag-line at the church. Then, 12 bikes were part of the escort to Arlington where we were met by an additional 6 bikes. 19 showed their respect at Jesse's final resting place.
During these last two days, I heard quite a few testimonials about what a great guy Jesse was. The outpouring of love and respect for him was quite apparent. He was truly an American Hero, and will not be forgotten! My heart and prayers go out to Jesse's family and friends at this very difficult time.
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
TOU Enforcement Agent
ASA"Brat" - (Army Security Agency)
In God they trusted, all others they monitored... |
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gumijagr
Posts: 2024
Covina, California
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| 19 Sep 2008 5:35 AM |
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| Thank you Capt. Jesse Melton III, for Defending this Great Nation, 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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wvhusker
Posts: 5133
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 19 Sep 2008 8:24 AM |
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CPT Melton III,
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. Kentucky R/C
SSG, 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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nicima21
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| 19 Sep 2008 11:48 AM |
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| An enormous THANK YOU to those of you that participated in Captain Jesse Melton's final arrangements! He was an incredible man, and a great friend of mine! Your respect for him, and others, is truly inspirational and I'm proud to have witnessed your efforts!
Thank You! |
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