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Harry Hartman 
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| 02 Jun 2007 7:43 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of 1st Lt. Kile G. West. 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
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windsinger
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Medina,Ohio
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| 03 Jun 2007 5:50 AM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF 1ST. LT. KILE G. WEST. |
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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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Rainbo46
Posts: 93
Beaumont, Texas
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| 03 Jun 2007 6:28 AM |
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| Lt. West, thank you for your service and your sacrifice. We will stand tall and silent and grieve with your family. You now join the long list of true American heros who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. You will never be forgotten. |
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Gene Guidry
rainbo46
SE Texas PGR #63388
SSgt. USAF '66-'70
Viet Nam '67-'68
"Hate the war, don't hate the warrior"
Riding in memory of SSgt. Edward Reynolds, Sgt. Daniel Winegeart, Spc. Dustin Donica, Pfc. Ryan Berg, LCpl. Anthony Aguirre, Pfc. Cory Kosters, Sgt Ryan Green, Pfc. Chase Edwards,Sgt. Robert M. McDowell, Pfc. Rodney M. McCandless, LEO Lisa Bielieu Beaumont PD, Spc. Eddie Tamez, Spc. Dan Nguyen, Spc.Michael J.Jaurigue, Nicholas E. Westerfield, Pfc. Brandon K. Bobb, Meyers "Moon" Mullins USCG and too many others
Riding in honor of Pfc. Michael Doke, LCpl. Blake Patterson, Spc. Dale McLemore, Maj. Andrew Stone, and many, many more. |
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rpotier
Posts: 17
League City, Tx
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| 03 Jun 2007 12:55 PM |
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Stand easy your watch is over. Freedom and liberty will survive because of you and those like you.
My deepest condolences to all whose lives you touched and especically those who did not know you. |
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Standing by in League City
Ron Potier
Sergeant USAF 1974 - 1978
544 TMS SAC HQ Offutt AFB, NE
Riding to Honor. Riding with Respect.
"Those that sacrifice liberty for security will find they have neither." ~ Benjamin Franklin
Those that sacrifice security for liberty are called American GI's. |
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BadNad
Posts: 118
Ride Captain Hutto,TX
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| 03 Jun 2007 1:26 PM |
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| Traci and I offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of 1st Lt. Kile West.
Standing by, if schedule allows our participation.
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BadNad
Hutto, TX
President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:
"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."
Proudly Riding for;
Sgt. Reyes Ramirez, SSgt. Forrest D. Baker,
Sgt. George M. Ulloa Jr., SSgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins,
PFC. Jeff Shaffer, SSgt. Christoper Zimmerman,
PFC. Thomas J. Hewitt, First Sgt. Ricky L. McGinnis
Cpl. Michael Craig Ledsome, Capt. Sean E. Lyerly,
Cpl. Mathew P. LaForest, Cpl. Jason K. Lafleur |
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Slowhand
Posts: 4057
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 03 Jun 2007 5:19 PM |
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| In honor and rememberance , I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lives . My prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to all of you during this tragic time. Please know that not just me but a country full of people like me owe you a dept that can never be repaid , but please take solace in the fact that your loved one is now with our lord in heaven. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace your mission is complete and now it's time for you to rest . May GOD bless each and everyone of you |
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blbwest
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| 03 Jun 2007 7:11 PM |
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| Kile's Mother and I cannot express in words the deep appreciation we have for all of the kind words in this string. Kile will not be in Texas until Wednesday at some point. We would appreciate the guard escorting us from the airport to the funeral home where Kile will stay for a few days. The family and close friends intend to have a private visitation Thursday evening from 5 to 7 pm. If the guard would protect the family at that time also we would be grateful. Then finally we will have the services at 10:30 am on Saturday (6-9 like his 6-9 cav) at the Lifeway church in Killeen. We expect then to drive in procession from the church to the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery on highway 195. We have been asked to be completely inside the cemetery by Noon since they are only opening for our KIA hero. Thank you all for your support. Robert Falcon at the Heritage Funeral Home in Killeen will cooridinate all arrangements. Sincerely, Grady West - Kile's Father from Houston. |
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oldiron6
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| 04 Jun 2007 2:24 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family of this Hero. May God hold and protect those they loved and those that loved them in this time of sorrow and grant them peace and comfort.
We mourn the loss of another defender of our freedom and thank them for their ultimate sacrifice. Greater Love has no man than to give his life for another. We owe this protector of the Rights and Liberty of the greatest Nation on Earth a debt of gratitude for their dedication to the preservation of our freedom.
Edward L Barrett
Assistant State Captain - PGR
Rowlett, Texas
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tchrist
Posts: 60
Friendswood, Tx
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| 04 Jun 2007 5:42 AM |
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| Standing by in Friendswood. |
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HDClint
Posts: 255
Elkton, KY
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| 04 Jun 2007 9:42 AM |
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| Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of 1LT West, a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. Our freedoms have been protected by all these great people that put on the uniform and volunteer to stand up for us. Many years of shedding tears have gone by and unfortunately we will shed more. One thing for certain though, we will have today’s heroes to thank for allowing us to live in such a great nation. Too sad others can’t see the light. Our soldiers are the greatest bunch of people on this earth and as we move forward we owe a special thanks to them and their families. Without the family support it is hard to have such Great Americans.
“You Will Never Be Forgotten”
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Clint Nowlin
SSG USArmy Vet.
"Clearing the Way"
Get More at COMMENTYOU.com![]()
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TMR
Posts: 2995
Willow Springs IL
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| 04 Jun 2007 11:08 AM |
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Straight to heaven....
"There is no greater love", say the Lord, "than to lay down your life for a friend".
Thank you and God Bless you, 1st Lt. West, for being willing to do just that.
'Rest easy, son, at the top of the stairs.'
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sonny883
Posts: 84
killeen texas
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| 04 Jun 2007 11:48 AM |
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UPDATE:Funeral services for 1LT west will be at 1030hrs on saturday 9 june 2007 at the lifeway fellowship church at 4001 elms rd.
STAGING: We will stage at the mickeys store at the corner of chance dr. and stan schleuter rd.This is almost across the street from the church.KSU will be at 0930.
I will need at least 6 bikes with large flags to do an escort from the funeral home to the church with the funeral coach,so if anyone would like to do that please be at the staging point by 0845 as you will need to bee at the funeral home by 0905.
Those that cannot make the church services but want to attend the cemetary portion of the service please be at the cemetary by 1115 hrs. this will be at the TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETARY on 195.
ANYONE with questions please give me a call. 254-718-7439
We still do not have times yet for his arrival on wednesday,I will post them as soon as i get them, WHICH SHOULD BE THIS AFTERNOON.
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hazdgs
Posts: 39
Spring, Texas
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| 04 Jun 2007 7:23 PM |
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| I am truely sorry for your loss. Thank you for letting us Honor and show our respect to Kile and his family. My life has already been touched by the family and friends of Kile here in Houston and Pasadena. |
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Airport
Posts: 79
Killeen, TX
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| 04 Jun 2007 7:25 PM |
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1LT Kile West, congratulatons on your recent promotion and thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for protecting the freedoms me and my family enjoy every day, even though thankless Americans often seem to take them for granted. Your are the ultimate American Hero and although there may not be a large statue erected in your likeness, you are already a monument in my mind and larger than life to many, many more. I pray peace and comfort come to your family and friends during the difficult days ahead and you travel down a wonderful road on your journey to your final home with the Father. God bless you all!
Glenn
U. S. Army 1973 - 1993
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Blue Star Dad (SPC Billy Jackson, LSA Anaconda, Balad, Iraq) |
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PRESTON04
Posts: 14
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| 04 Jun 2007 7:43 PM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers are with the West family and friends in this time of great loss. Thank you 1st Lt. Kile G.West for your service and your sacrifice. We stand by to proudly stand for you, as you have so bravely stood for US. |
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4th of July baby
Posts: 105
Spring, Tx
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| 04 Jun 2007 8:01 PM |
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| 1st Lt. West, thank you for your service to our country. May one day your family & friends find peace. Prayers are with them. |
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Vickey J. Griffin
"The task ahead of you is never as great as the POWER behind you."
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1stCavMP
Posts: 635
Warren, Ohio
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| 04 Jun 2007 10:02 PM |
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My Sincere Condolences to the West Family and Friends, May God Comfort you in this time of need.
Thank You Sir, for your service, and sacrifice to Our Country. You will Not be forgotten.
"Garry Owen", and Godspeed Sir. |
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doro8966
Posts: 158
Killeen, TX Centex PGR
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| 05 Jun 2007 7:40 AM |
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UPDATE:
1LT WEST is due to arrive at Robert Gray Airfield, Fort Hood/ Killeen, TX on 6 June 2007 at 1143hrs.
We will stage at 1030 at Clark Road Gate, off Hwy 190.(last gate before Copperas Cove)
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Dorothee
CenTex Area Contact Coordinator/RC
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Pinger
Posts: 2227
Lisbon, NY
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| 05 Jun 2007 4:50 PM |
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Thank you, SIR, for your ultimate sacriice in the preservation of freedom.............I SALUTE YOU
My condolences to the family and friends of this HERO, 1st LT. Kile G. West. |
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Charlie
USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands. We shall need courage, energy and determination, but above all, we shall need faith-faith in ourselves, in our communities and in our country." --- Thomas E. Dewey |
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carrington
Posts: 175
Austin, Texas
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| 05 Jun 2007 5:04 PM |
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The family is having a memorial service on Friday, June 8, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. The Patriot Guard has been asked by the family spokesperson (Cindy Lott) to be there. This is Hutto's first KIA. 1st Lt. Kile West is a Hutto High Graduate.
The service is being held at Star Ranch Golf Club which is located on F.M. 685, South of Hutto about 3 miles.
Lt. West Was awarded The Bronze Star and The Purple Heart posthumously.
North Austin/Round Rock/Georgetown -
I would like to start the staging for this memorial service at 4:30 at Star Ranch Golf Club.
A mapquest link for the Golf Clubs location is here... ====>>>> http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?latlongtype=internal&addtohistory=&latitude=tXayuz4S2rKfxgu%2bVrevbw%3d%3d&longitude=mMDbPSYlu1%2bFxyCUV4DgDg%3d%3d&name=Golf%20Club%20Star%20Ranch&country=US&address=2500%20FM%20685&city=Hutto&state=TX&zipcode=78634&phone=512%2d251%2d2771&spurl=0&&q=star%20ranch%20golf%20club&qc=Golf%20Courses%2dPublic
South Austin/San Marcos/New Braunfels - staging to be posted as soon as possible.
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carrington
Deputy State Ride Captain
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 |
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oldrocknroller
Posts: 97
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| 05 Jun 2007 8:16 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with 1st Lt. Kile West, his family, and friends.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice for each of us and our country.
God Bless.
May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be ever at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rain fall softly on your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of his hand.
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Rainbo46
Posts: 93
Beaumont, Texas
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| 06 Jun 2007 6:23 AM |
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Ell Tee, thank you for your service, thank you for your sacrifice. This nation will be forever in your debt. You have paid the highest price for our freedoms. and you will never be forgotten. We now add your name to the long list of American heros who have given all for a concept that allows us the freedoms we enjoy. No system of government is perfect, but I believe we have the best system going and our brave young men and women have marched off to war for centuries to ensure that system survives.
We will stand tall and silent and grieve with your family. Many of our members have experienced the crushing loss of losing a loved one in this war on terrorism and know exactly what your family is going through. We offer your family our condolences, our, gratitude and our support.
Stand down, soldier, your mission is accomplished. |
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Standing by in Beaumont
Gene Guidry
rainbo46
SE Texas PGR #63388
SSgt. USAF '66-'70
Viet Nam '67-'68
"Hate the war, don't hate the warrior"
Riding in memory of SSgt. Edward Reynolds, Sgt. Daniel Winegeart, Spc. Dustin Donica, Pfc. Ryan Berg, LCpl. Anthony Aguirre, Pfc. Cory Kosters, Sgt Ryan Green, Pfc. Chase Edwards,Sgt. Robert M. McDowell, Pfc. Rodney M. McCandless, LEO Lisa Bielieu Beaumont PD, Spc. Eddie Tamez, Spc. Dan Nguyen, Spc.Michael J.Jaurigue, Nicholas E. Westerfield, Pfc. Brandon K. Bobb, Meyers "Moon" Mullins USCG and too many others
Riding in honor of Pfc. Michael Doke, LCpl. Blake Patterson, Spc. Dale McLemore, Maj. Andrew Stone, and many, many more. |
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carrington
Posts: 175
Austin, Texas
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| 06 Jun 2007 5:33 PM |
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STAND DOWN - Friday night Memorial Service only.
The family has asked us to stand-down for the Friday night Memorial service in Hutto, Tx.
The itinerary for the Saturday service in Killeen is unchanged.
Our deepest condolences to the West family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. |
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carrington
Deputy State Ride Captain
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 |
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fpolansky
Posts: 1
Austin Area - Georgetown, Texas
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| 07 Jun 2007 9:17 AM |
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Our family would like to give thanks to 1st Lt. West for his service to this country. My prayers and thoughts are with the West family that they can find peace and comfort in this time of need.
In rememberance of 1st Lt. West's service we are proudly stand.
Fred R. Polansky
f.polansky@wereldhaveusa.com
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Gary L
Posts: 271
Portland, Or.
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| 07 Jun 2007 10:10 AM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of 1st Lt. Kile G. West 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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