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cagerbob 
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Parma, Ohio
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:08 PM |
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Updated 15 sept 08 2058 edt S Sturgis
Confirmed Mission
SGT Kirk “Captain Kirk” Teegardin
US Army Veteran
Anniston, AL
18 September 2008.
It is with much sorrow that Alabama has lost another Hero and one of our Senior Ride Captains Kirk “Captain Kirk” Teegardin. Donna has requested the Patriot Guard Riders Stand in Honor of Kirk. Kirk Teegardin passed away 14 Sept 08 after a brief illness at home. Kirk was a very active member of the PGR and had just finished a mission Saturday, which had him and his lovely bride Donna receiving the ranks of Senior Ride Captains.
Mission: Provide a flag Line at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Anniston, AL 18 September 2008. We will have a flag line at the church during the visitation 10:00 – 11:00 am. Service will be at 11:00 am, followed by an escort and military honors at Ball Rock on Mt Cheaha, which is where Kirk wanted to have his ashes spread.
Staging: Will be at Books-a-Million, 900 Quintard Dr. Oxford, AL at exit 185 off I 20 at 9:00 am (0900) with KSU at 9:45 am (0945).
Ride Captains: “Dinky Dau” and CJ Lorenzo - dinkydau@cableone.net
Honorary Ride Captains: VOVMC Members
Weather will be mostly sunny with 84º temperatures.. Please drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and also dress for the weather.
If you have flags bring them.
If you are not able to make this mission then please a few minutes and go to the mission thread listed above and post your condolences to Donna and family.
Please remember that our mission is to respect and honor this fallen hero and his family. Stand tall and proud as we salute this hero and his family for their great sacrifice!!!
Sheila "Sassy" Smith
patriotguard.org
SR. S.E. Alabama Ride Captain
Central Alabama Co Captain
State Secretary
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KIRK TEEGARDIN
US ARMY VIETNAM VETERAN
SENIOR RIDE CAPTAIN ALABAMA
OXFORD, ALABAMA
It is with much sorrow that I have to announce the passing of one of our Senior Ride Captains. Kirk Teegardin, US Army, Vietnam Veteran passed away after a brief illness today in his home. Kirk was a very active member of the PGR and had just finished a mission yesterday, that had him and his lovely bride Donna receiving the ranks of Senior Ride Captains. Kirk and Donna were perfectionist when performing missions, and Kirk was very adimate that Donna was the one who did 95% of the work. Last year Kirk and Donna were involved in a motorcycle accident, and we had a mission in Sylacauga Alabama for one of our Heroes. They were not able to ride their bike to the mission because of their injuries, but instead insisted that they bring their cage and handle the Flag Captain duties. Kirk was also a member of the VOVMC who will be Honorary Ride Captains for the mission:
Kirk was a true Patriot, true American, and a true friend. Kirk we will all miss you very much, and we thank you so much for the memories. You will now take your place amongst the ranks of all the Heroes in Heaven who have passed before you. Donna we wish you and your family God Speed...............
Mission information is forthcoming:
RC's: Jim and CJ Lorenzo
Honorary RC's: VOVMC
Paul " Penguin " Reynolds
Alabama State Captain
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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gumijagr
Posts: 2024
Covina, California
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:21 PM |
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| Thank you Kirk Teegardin, for Defending this Great Nation in Vietnam, so we can enjoy the freedom we now have, also thank you for standing for those who stood for us, 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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Dinky Dau
Posts: 1273
Anniston, Alabama
Past Dixie Regional Captain
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:21 PM |
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I'm not really sure what I should say here. CJ and I had dinner with Kirk and Donna and some other friends Thursday night and everything was just fine. Kirk called me yesterday morning to ask me what I use to say when presenting a plaque to a hero's family. Kirk was a friend, he was a brother vietnam veteran, he was a member of the Veterans of Vietnam Motorcycle club, a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America, an American Legion Rider and both Kirk and Donna were extremely loyal to the Partiot Guard Riders. I missed yesterday's mission with the two of them but had the chance to work with him 2 weeks ago when both of them were Ride Captains on another mission. Kirk will be missed by all that knew him.
As arrangements are made, I'll insure that they are posted immeidately.
Take care, Ride Safe and God Bless.
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Jim (Dinky Dau) Lorenzo
USA (Ret.)
(256) 239-5058 (call anytime if you need help)
AL State President, VoVMC
Proud Member of the PGR Flag Line
Past Alabama PGR State Captain
Past PGR Dixie Regional Captain)
Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you:
Jesus Christ and the American G.I.
One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.
Thank them both!!
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mailman 
Posts: 14783
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:26 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and freinds of US Army Vietnam Veteran/PGR Member Kirk Teegardin. 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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Drem
Posts: 2066
Senior Ride Capt
NE FL HOTH Rep
National Support/Admin
Cager
Jacksonville, FL
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:35 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers go out to Donna and the rest of Kirk's family and friends along with his PGR Brothers and Sisters.
Looking skyward, thank you Kirk for your service to our Country and thank you for Standing for todays HEROES. I know those HEROES were there to great you and your PGR Brothers and Sisters that went before you, were there for your first ride on the Golden Highways. Rest easy Kirk your mission is now complete.
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Riding in HONOR of Cpl. William "Josh" Rechenmacher
USAF 79-88 Homestead, Grissom, Mtn. Home.
Member of ALR Post 137
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Ridley
Posts: 1356
NW GEORGIA
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:49 PM |
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| Our heartfelt condolences to Donna and all the family and friends as well as PGR Brothers and Sister of Kirk Teegardin. We are deeply sorry for your loss and our hearts and prayers are with you. We appreciate his service and dedication, in the armed forces in Vietnam and in civilian life. |
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Pam Blalock
PGR Flagholder
770-655-3008
Patriot Guard Rider - Part of it - Proud of it - No Borders
In each of us two natures are at war - the good and the evil. All our lives the fight goes on between them, and one of them must conquer. But in our own hands lies the power to choose - What we want most to be, we are. Jekyll & Hyde
In Memory:
Mike "Deltoid" Bland
Dale "DragonWing" Duvall
H.K. "Pop" Edwards
Original Membership 7-20-2006
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Sissie
Posts: 171
Phenix City, AL
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| 14 Sep 2008 8:51 PM |
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Donna, Mike and I send our deepest, heartfelt condolences on your loss. May god bless and keep you. You, your family and Kirk will be in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Kirk, for your service to our country and dedication to the PGR. You will be missed. Rest in peace, Brother!
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Sissie
Karla Childree
Phenix City, AL
We can't all be heroes, because somebody has to sit on the curb and applaud when they go by.
Will Rogers
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Harley Harrold
Posts: 9867
Meridian, MS.
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| 14 Sep 2008 9:07 PM |
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| I offer my condolences to the family and friends of Kirk Teegardin for the loss of this AMERICAN WAR 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) (My full time transportation)
Here be Dragons from Houston, Texas!
American Legion, VFW, MRF, Poplar Springs United Methodist Church, National HOG member, Full time biker [ 40 years ]. Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!! |
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 993
Orange Park, FL
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| 14 Sep 2008 9:44 PM |
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Thank you for my freedom Mr Teegardin. 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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 6263
Lacey, WA
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| 14 Sep 2008 10:40 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Kirk Teegardin, U.S. Army / Viet Nam Veteran / PGR Senior Ride Captain. Mr. Teegardin, I am forever grateful for your service to our country and our Fallin Heroes. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 2168
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 15 Sep 2008 2:29 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN AND PGR SENIOR RIDE CAPTAIN KIRK TEEGARDIN USA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME KIRK 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
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vander177
Posts: 3281
Vandergrift, PA
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| 15 Sep 2008 3:28 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Army VietNam Veteran Kirk Teegardin. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on the WALL!
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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Florida Shamrock
Posts: 578
West Central Florida
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| 15 Sep 2008 4:18 AM |
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My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Kirk Teegardin. Rest in peace Brother. Stand down your tour is done.
Vietnam 68-69
VFW
Retired Deputy Sheriff
Christian Motorcyclists Association
MOTS (Manatee’s Operation Troop Support)
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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sneakysnake
Posts: 4847
Panama City, Fl.
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| 15 Sep 2008 4:18 AM |
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| Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the Teegardin family. The entire PGR family mourns this loss with you. Jim & CJ you will be in our prayers as well as the family. God Bless you all. |
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James Davis
Dixie Region Captain
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, TN
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
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eagle_man
Posts: 1767
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 15 Sep 2008 4:45 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
LISTEN FOR THE RUMBLE!!!! |
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4803
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 15 Sep 2008 6:10 AM |
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God Bless Kirk Teegardin (My PGR Brother), 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!
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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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ala-rider
Posts: 173
Senior Ride Captain for Wiregrass Area Patriot Guard Riders
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| 15 Sep 2008 6:14 AM |
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| My condolences to Kirks family. He will be missed by both families. He will always be a brother to us here in the PGR. God chose to bring him home. The family will be in our prayers. |
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Jimmy Shiver
The one who gave all is my true HERO. |
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dougswafford
Posts: 513
N. Alabama Ride Captain, Hazel Green, Alabama
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| 15 Sep 2008 6:45 AM |
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Sincere condolences and prayers go out to Donna and the rest of Kirk's family and friends.
Thank you for your service to our country and dedication to the PGR Kirk. You will be missed.
Rest in peace, Brother!
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Doug "Springer D" Swafford
North Alabama Ride Captain
"Freedom isn't free, it was paid for by a Vet."
"We survive together or not at all."
Riding in memory and honor of Tommy "Tomkatz" Poss, we miss you Brother. |
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Billboy
Posts: 1698
Webster, Fl.
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| 15 Sep 2008 6:56 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of Kirk Teegardin, US Army, Vietnam Veteran/PGR Brother,Though You will be missed you will not be Forgotten,Thank you for your Service. May you Rest In Peace and God be with you.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, FL .
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adccop
Posts: 2782
Tonopah, Arizona
Ride Captain
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| 15 Sep 2008 7:07 AM |
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To the family and friends of Kirk Teegardin I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.
To Kirk, Welcome Home Brother and Thank You for your Service to our Country. Stand Down your mission on this earth is complete. Those that preceded you, especially those you rode in Honor of 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 Veteran and Patriot.
To our PGR Brothers and Sisters in Alabama condolences for your loss of a Veteran and Brother Patriot ride safe and proud while honoring this Veteran and Patriot.
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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.
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mlmsan
Posts: 3574
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 15 Sep 2008 7:44 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Kirk Teegardin, US Army, Vietnam Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Kirk Teegardin's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Kirk Teegardin, 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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RDWinters
Posts: 836
Wilson,NC
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| 15 Sep 2008 7:54 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Kirk Teegardin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Thank you Kirk for your courage, dedication 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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papajonohio
Posts: 2166
Swanton, Ohio
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| 15 Sep 2008 8:06 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Kirk Teegardin.
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 * * * * * * * * *
Vietnam – ’67-‘68
“Roadrunners” – Convoy Escort, at your service
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YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
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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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2bull
Posts: 231
Huntsville, AL
AL Ride Captain
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| 15 Sep 2008 8:28 AM |
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My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences go out to the family for their loss.
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Don't be afraid that your life will end,
be afraid that it will never begin.
~anonymous~
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Marco
Posts: 120
Decatur Al.
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| 15 Sep 2008 9:17 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Kirt Teegardin for the loss of this AMERICAN HERO. He will not be forgotten and will forever be remembered as A TRUE AMERACIN PATRIOT. May He rest in GOD'S care. |
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Standing For Those Who Stood For Us
Senior Ride Captain
Past, Dixie Regional Capt.
ALR-Post 11
USAF 1960-1968 ( SAC - B52'S )
Original membership date (May 2006 )
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