Wescoot2 
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No. 704-06 IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jul 24, 2006 Media Contact: Army Public Affairs - (703) 692-2000
Public/Industry(703)428-0711
DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier
who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
1st Sgt. Christopher C. Rafferty, 37, of Brownsville, Pa., died on
July 21 in Sharana, Afghanistan of injuries sustained on July 20, when his
unit encountered small arms fire during combat operations. Rafferty was
assigned to 37th Engineer Battalion, Fort Bragg, N.C.
This incident is under investigation.
Media with questions about this soldier can contact the Fort Bragg
Public Affairs Office at (910) 396-5600 or (910) 309-2843.
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If your gonna be One.....Be a BIG RED ONE
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hollywood68
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| 24 Jul 2006 3:31 PM |
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My sincere condolances to the family, friends and community of 1st Sgt Christopher C. Rafferty.
Standing by in Pittsburgh.
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Western PA - Ride Captain
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Waitaminit
Posts: 574
Monroeville, Pa.
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| 24 Jul 2006 5:11 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the Rafferty Family on the loss of their loved one.
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"The Tree of Liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants." Thomas Jefferson
We are here to honor those patriots!
Don Bright
Simply a Patriot Guard Rider
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jim1948
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grove city,pa
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| 24 Jul 2006 5:45 PM |
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| GRANT ETERNAL REST TO 1ST SGT RAFFERTY, YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, REST EASY TOP |
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WWH40
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Jacksonville, Fl.
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| 24 Jul 2006 6:40 PM |
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Our prayers are with the family and friends of 1st. Sgt. Christopher C. Rafferty. Rest in peace now, your mission is complete here on earth. Go soar with the eagles.
Bill
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ron1ok
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Triadelphia WV
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| 24 Jul 2006 6:40 PM |
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Sgt. Rafferty,
Rest in peace, our brother. You have given your all, so now we want to give you what we have. To the family of Sgt. Rafferty, May God give you comfort and peace in this time of hurt, loss, and confusion.
Standing by in the northern panhandle.
Ride safe,
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flhtci_jim
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Poway, CA
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| 24 Jul 2006 6:53 PM |
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We will not forget your service and your sacrifice. Condolences from my family to the Rafferty family.
Remembering Christopher and all of our fallen heroes in Poway, California |
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Jim McKown
USAF 1975 - 1981
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Pappy7
Posts: 171
New Stanton, PA.
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| 24 Jul 2006 7:20 PM |
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Condolances to the family and friends of Sgt. Rafferty in this time of deep sorrow.
Standing by in Greensburg, PA.
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winger3615
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Salamanca NY
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| 24 Jul 2006 8:19 PM |
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Sgt. Rafferty thank you for your service, you will not be forgotten... rest in peace. My condolences to family and friends.
Standing by in Salamanca, New York and will attend if invited.
Winger3615
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David Cullen
NY PGR Assistant State Captain
NY PGR Board of Directors
USAF 65 - 87
Ret Chief
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Odin48
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Port Vue, PA
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| 24 Jul 2006 9:52 PM |
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Condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Rafferty. My Prayers are with you.
Standing by in McKeesport, PA |
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huggieB
Posts: 177
Rainier WA
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| 24 Jul 2006 9:59 PM |
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| My prayers & condolences to the family and friends of 1st Sgt. Christopher C. Rafferty |
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oldgoldstar
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Holladay, Utah
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| 24 Jul 2006 10:27 PM |
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| May God bless and comfort the family of 1stSgt. Rafferty. Rest in peace, Chris, your tour is over and the watch has been passed on to others. |
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Bruce L. Clements
oldgoldstar
Patriot Guard Rider, Utah
The nation which forgets it's defenders will itself be forgotten.
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wingone
Posts: 297
erie, pa
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| 25 Jul 2006 1:12 AM |
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God Bless 1st Sgt. Christopher C. Rafferty and Condolences to Family and Freinds in there time of need.
Standing by if invited |
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Frank Dinger
NW Pa Sr. RC Reg.1
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Moonsmaiden
Posts: 229
Niagara Falls, Ontario
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| 25 Jul 2006 5:19 AM |
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Standing by in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Riding with the Erie group on this one.
Spending the night before in Erie, if someone will put me up or give me a place to park my truck and sleep the night before.
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rmcpeek
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Pittsburgh, PA.
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| 25 Jul 2006 6:22 AM |
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My condolances to the family and friends of 1st Sgt. Rafferty. Standing by.
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Pittsburgh, Pa.
US Army 1987 - 1995 |
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gnipp7
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Evans City, PA
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| 25 Jul 2006 6:47 AM |
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My condolances to the Rafferty Family.
Standing By. |
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Roert
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Erie, PA
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| 25 Jul 2006 7:32 AM |
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of 1st Sgt. Rafferty.
Rest in peace soldier. |
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Roert
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Erie, PA
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| 25 Jul 2006 7:34 AM |
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Which Brownsville, PA? Mapquest shows me three different locations.
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"Bomb Loader" F4E Phantom
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 25 Jul 2006 9:22 AM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of 1st Sgt. Rafferty. Rest in Peace Soldier. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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chorusgurrl
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Western New York
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| 25 Jul 2006 9:53 AM |
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Fayette County, according to an AP story.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of 1st Sgt. Rafferty during this time. |
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~Laurie~
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robiam
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Felton PA,
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| 25 Jul 2006 12:16 PM |
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prayers for all the family and loved ones of 1st Sgt. Christopher C. Rafferty
here in York |
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RobD
"Try not. Do or Do not . . . There is no try"
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Ronbo57
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| 25 Jul 2006 2:17 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of 1st Sgt. Rafferty during this time. |
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jcskaggs
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| 25 Jul 2006 2:20 PM |
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| My deepest condolences to the Family and Friends of 1st Sgt. Rafferty. |
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deeptread
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Hazleton, PA
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| 25 Jul 2006 6:30 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends. Rest in Peace () Sgt. Rafferty.
Echoing Roert's inquiry, anyone know which Brownsville, PA this is? I know this is the Watch List, but would help in long range planning should this become a mission. Standing by. |
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bumpnrun6224
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Glendale, West Virginia 26038
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| 25 Jul 2006 7:53 PM |
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| Standing by in Glendale, West Virginia if work permits my wife and i may be able to make this mission. God bless 1sgt Rafferty's family , rest easy soldier your mission is finished and we will "RIDE FOR YOU". |
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Michael Whitlatch
Sgt E-5
Desert Storm/Shield Veteran. B Co 326th Engr Bn 101st Abn Div
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