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| May God hold you in his loving hands and protect you and your family the way you protected us. Mountaineers are always free. |
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Groundhogpmc
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Portsmouth, Ohio
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| 24 Apr 2007 7:09 AM |
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| I saw this on the news last night. It appears Michaeal is very much loved by all who had the priveledge of knowing him. America has lost another Hero and many have lost a wonderful friend. Our condolences to Pvt. Slater's family and friends. Our prayers are with you. It would be an honor to attend if we are invited. Standing by in Portsmouth, Ohio. Groundhog and Vickie |
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If you can read this, Thank a Teacher. If you're reading it in English, Thank a Soldier. |
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bumpnrun6224
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Glendale, West Virginia 26038
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| 24 Apr 2007 7:20 AM |
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| It with heavy heart that i sit here today , learning of yet another great loss of one of our brothers, West Virginia has lost another hero, "REST EAST MICHAEL YOUR DUTY HAS BEEN WITH HONOR" I know that your at a better place and the Lord has you at his side, May the family know we morn with you and we will never forget Michael's service to our great country. |
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Sgt E-5
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fyrefighter814
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Fairmont, WV
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| 24 Apr 2007 7:24 AM |
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I spoke with SGM Becher last night for about ten minutes, mostly elaborating on what Joe had spoken to him about. If the family wishes for the PGR to provide honor for Pvt. Slater, I will be assuming RC duties for this mission. SGM Becher promised to get with me late this afternoon or early evening to let me know about the wishes of the family.
I will post to this forum and call our SC immediately with that information. Stay tuned.
Barry Bledsoe, RC
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Barry Bledsoe
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Fairmont, WV
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magsemail
Posts: 1468
Southgate, Michigan
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| 24 Apr 2007 7:35 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to you in your loss of Michael. I am humbled and will be forever grateful for the sacrifices made by Michael and many others fighting for my freedom. May God bless you, and help you through this time of great difficulty. God Bless America!! |
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Special Missions R/C - Region #2, MI
Riding in honor of my late father Thomas Kucharek-Army (101st Airborne)
Guardian Angels For Soldier's Pet
www.guardianangelsforsoldierspet.org
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways
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WVButterfly
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| 24 Apr 2007 8:23 AM |
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Rest easy, Pvt. Slater. Rest easy.
To Michael's family and friends: I pray for the kind of peace and comfort that only our God can give to you. You already have the honor and respect that we can give.
WVButterfly
Standing by in Scott Depot
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ANVIL7
Posts: 567
Kentucky State Captain
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| 24 Apr 2007 8:32 AM |
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| It is with heavy heart and my deepest sympathy that i present my condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. This nation shall grieve as one for this fallen warrior. Michael you have made the supreme sacrifice for me and my family for this i will ALWAYS be greatful. Your fight is over, you now rest with the Lord, may he watch over your family in this time of sadness. WE will ensure you and your comrades are never forgotten. I am standing by in Kentucky to honor your service and celebrate your life. "Scouts Out" |
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The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldiers who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.....Gen Douglas McArthur
Will "TOP" Arnold
State Captain
US Army 1SG Retired 71-96 Cavalry Scout
Life Time Member
11th Armored Cavalry Regiment "Blackhorse"
I ride in Memory of CSM (Ret) Patrick Merrill - a hero - a warrior - an American - a mentor - and most importantly my true friend - you will never be forgotten - SGT Codi Pringle & SSG Jerry Pringle 101st OIF x3 Vet, they are my Daughter/Son-in-law and my HEROS - Stay Focused kids
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 24 Apr 2007 9:12 AM |
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As Barry stated above, he has graciously accepted RC duties should this become a confirmed mission. Word should be forthcoming this afternoon or evening.
For those who have not seen the news report or posting in the Mission thread, Michael was in the Army less than one year and died 30 days after arriving in Iraq.
You can read more about him in this morning's Charleston Gazette at:
Please continue watching the Mission thread for further updates.
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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1stCavMP
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Warren, Ohio
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| 24 Apr 2007 9:22 AM |
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Our Heartfelt Condolences to the Slater Family and Friends. May God Comfort you in this time of need.
Thank You Pvt. Slater, for your Service and Sacrifice to Our Country. You will NOT be forgotten. |
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woodmangler57
Posts: 51
Louisville, KY
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| 24 Apr 2007 9:56 AM |
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| My condolences to the family of Pvt Michael J. Slater. Michael, you are a real American Hero; you gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect me and my family. I will never forget. God Bless you sir; may you rest in peace. |
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We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm - Orwell
Tim Gilpin
Ride Captain
SMSgt USAF (Ret) 1976-1998
First Sergeant
Master Security Policeman
Operation Southern Watch-21st Rotation
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia - Khobar Towers May 15 - Aug 15, 1996
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gyocum
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Utah State Captain Ogden, Utah
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| 24 Apr 2007 11:49 AM |
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We offer our deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Pvt. Michael J. Slater. His service to our country will not be forgotten. May he now Rest in Peace.
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Gary "K'huna" Yocum
Utah State Captain
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Harry Hartman
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Rochester, NY
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| 24 Apr 2007 4:33 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pvt. Michael J. Slater. The ultimate sacrifice of this True American Hero, in defense of our freedom, will never be forgotten. May God help this family find peace at a most difficult time. |
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hybridharry
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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windsinger
Posts: 2600
Medina,Ohio
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| 24 Apr 2007 5:43 PM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF PVT. MICHAEL J. SLATER/ |
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"HONOR TO THE SOLDIER AND SAILOR EVERYWHERE,WHO BRAVELY BEARS HIS COUNTRY'S CAUSE. HONOR ALSO TO THE CITIZEN WHO CARES FOR HIS BROTHER IN THE FIELD,AND SERVES, AS HE BEST CAN, THE SAME CAUSE. "
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
" NO MAN IS ENTITLED TO THE BLESSING OF FREEDOM UNLESS HE BE VIGILANT IN ITS PRESERVATION."
GEN. DOUGLAS MACARTHUR
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Hammer
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Tobaccoville, NC
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| 24 Apr 2007 6:02 PM |
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| In honor and rememberance of this fine American Hero, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Pvt. Slater in this very sad time in your lives . You are in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts. May God bring peace and comfort to all of you. |
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Hammer
U.S. ARMY
ABN. INF.
187th Rakkasans
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blusun5
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Wildwood, IL
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| 24 Apr 2007 6:29 PM |
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Our condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Pvt. Michael J. Slater. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country. You are an American Hero. May God continue hold you in the palm of His hand.
Jim & Colleen
USN RET
“And everyday I’m giving all I can because I’m damn proud to be an American.
Yeah, I made some friends, and I’ve lost some too.
When I think about what they gave for me and you”
~Rushlow Harris – Bagpipes Cryin’ Lyrics.
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temsr
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Youngstown,Ohio
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| 24 Apr 2007 7:28 PM |
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| My condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Pvt.Michael Slater. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country . |
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Tom Moody Sr.
U.S. Army 8th ID Airborne 66/68
DAV Life Member
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 24 Apr 2007 8:16 PM |
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i spoke with SGM Becher this evening about the family's wishes. At this time, we have no FIRM information to provide.
Please understand this is a VERY traumatic time for Michael's family to be enduring and they have had many things thrown at them all at once.
We do know that Michael has returned to American soil, arriving at Dover AFB. His return to West Virginia is still not known at this time, but early indications are the services will either be Saturday & Sunday, or Sunday & Monday.
Due to the time constraints involved for those expressing their desire to stand in Honor of Michael, I informed SGM Becher we desired to have confirmation by tomorrow evening at the latest.
Please continue watching this thread for further updates.
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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Doublej
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Olive Hill, KY
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| 24 Apr 2007 8:39 PM |
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| Sincere condolences and prayers go out to the family and freinds of PVT. Slater. I thank you for your service to our great country and the freedoms Americans have attained from you and people like you from the start of this country. Standing by in Olive Hill to honor this fine American Hero. |
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With all the Respect and Honor to those who fought for our Freedoms to which we all hold dear. I thank you!
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WellsburgWilly
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Brooke County, WV
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| 24 Apr 2007 11:13 PM |
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| My condolences to the family of Pvt Michael J. Slater. This accident really hits home with me as I'm at the same camp, And was aware of this tragady. I was not aware of Pvt Slaters home residence until reading the article from the WV Gazette. Rest in Peace Michael |
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fyrefighter814
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Fairmont, WV
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| 25 Apr 2007 2:50 PM |
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CONFIRMED MISSION!!!
As of about an hour ago, this has moved from a watched mission to a CONFIRMED MISSION. This thread will be moved to the confirmed mission area. Although more details are to be worked out, the viewing will be Saturday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with funeral services on Sunday at 2:30 PM. Funeral services and the gravesite will be at the same location, so there will be no actual escort that we are used to. I am not at my own computer right now. I will be talking to Sgt. Major Becher later, as well as the funeral home, to make further arrangements. I will post as soon as I know more. Mostly likely the newest information will post this evening around 9:00 PM and again tomorrow morning (Thursday) around 10:00.
I apologize for the sketchy info, but I am not able to make phone calls for roughly another few hours.
Barry Bledsoe
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 25 Apr 2007 6:17 PM |
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Please note corrected address for Tyler Mountain Gardens and Funeral Home is 5233 Rocky Fork Road, Cross Lanes, WV 25313.
We will stand flagline vigil during visitation hours on Saturday. Attempts are being made, now, to locate suitable accomodations in the area for those traveling in from other states.
Staging times and locations will be provided by Barry Bledsoe shortly.
Continue tracking this thread for updates.
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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fyrefighter814
Posts: 94
Fairmont, WV
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| 25 Apr 2007 6:49 PM |
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Directions to Tyler Mountain Funeral Home are as follows:
From the west, take I-64 east to Exit 47. At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Rt. 622, aka Golf Mountain Road.
From the east, take I-64 west to Exit 47B. The exit ramp will automatically dump you onto Rt. 622.
Continue on 622. After crossing Rt. 62, the road remains 622, but the name changes to Big Tyler Road.
Eventually, you will cross a bridge over "Rocky Fork Creek."
Rt. 622 will take a hard left, and become "Rocky Fork Road." The funeral home is just a little ways up this road.
Joe is working on getting some hotel rooms at a discounted rate. I will post around noon tomorrow with more details about what services we will provide to the family. There will be no escort to the cemetary, as we are used to doing, as the cemetary and the funeral home are at the same location.
Looking at the weather forcast, there is only a 30% chance of rain for Saturday, and the forecast is for mostly sunny on Sunday with temps at or near 70 both days. Since the weather looks good, and the services are on the weekend, I hope we can have a good turnout to honor this soldier and his family.
Feel free to email me directly with any other questions at "fyrefighter814@aol.com."
Thank you
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 25 Apr 2007 7:00 PM |
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Numerous calls have been made to motels in Cross Lanes in an effort to obtain group or discounted room rates for those traveling in from far distances.
Up to this point, the only one in Cross Lanes that would CONFIRM a room rate is the Comfort Inn, 102 Racer Drive, offering a government rate of $85.31 per night, total, but there are a limited number of rooms available. Anyone wishing to take advantage of this rate should call (304) 776-8070 and request the government rate.
Did make contact with the Days Inn of Hurricane, exit 39 on I-64, who provided the PGR with discounted room rates for our recent Mission for Spc Joshua Wilcoxen. They advised they will offer the same discounted rate of $40.00 per night, plus tax, for those wishing to stay there. This, according to MapQuest, is located about 5 miles from Cross Lanes and is located behind the Liberty Square Mall. Anyone wishing to make reservations here should call (304) 729-3006 and tell them you're with the Patriot Guard Riders, or PGR.
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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Snowhite
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Elsberry, Mo.
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| 25 Apr 2007 7:56 PM |
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| My Heart and Prayers will be with the Family and Friends of Pfc. Michael J. Slater. A True American Hero. Thank You for Your Service and Sacrifice for Our Country. |
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Terry Martin
We Will Always Remember
Vietnam Vet 67-68
85th Evac Hospital
PGR Riders
CVMA MO. Chapter 4-2
American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO.
American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director
VFW Post 9064- Commander
MO. VFW 9th District POW/MIA Chairman
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Gary L
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Portland, Or.
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| 25 Apr 2007 10:40 PM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Pfc. Michael J. Slater, during this very difficult time. We are eternally grateful for this Hero’s courage, service, and sacrifice for our Nation. We will never forget. God Bless |
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