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Jasper54 
Posts: 7188
Columbus, Ohio
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| 16 Jun 2007 10:59 AM |
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Dear Lord, another Marine has fallen. Not through combat this time, he had already been there and came home. But through a sensless auto accident. I pray that you will be with the family and friends of SSgt. Barrette, to comfort them and give them solice as they grieve this tragic loss.
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
Visit me at: www.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War;
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott, Capt. Dillon, Capt. Dolvin, Capt. Hurley, Capt. Cronin, Sgt. Kilkus, Sgt. Keller, Cpl. Romei, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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jpw105
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| 16 Jun 2007 3:51 PM |
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I would like to add my sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt. Mark Barrette, and profound gratitude to SSgt. Barrette for his service to the United States of America. At the same time we bow our heads to bid this heroic American 'farewell', we will all stand a little taller, and draw inspiration from the fact that he was one of us.
Jonathan Worley
Glastonbury, CT
ETN3 USNR 1971-77
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Lou Freitas
Posts: 241
Montgomery, Texas
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| 16 Jun 2007 8:28 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt. Mark Barrette. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know Mark was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. |
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"Bagger Lou"
Lou Freitas
Texas State Captain
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mattsmom
Posts: 1503
North Beach, Maryland
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| 16 Jun 2007 8:42 PM |
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| SSgt Barrette, we as a nation thank you for your service as a US Marine, and for your willingness to defend and protect our freedoms; for these things, you are a true American hero. To Mark's family, I offer my prayers and support. My son, also a Marine, was killed last year in Iraq. I truly am sorry for your loss, especially after Mark served a successful tour in Iraq; any loss is tragic, but this is a very difficult thing to deal with. I hope happy memories of Mark help to eventually ease the pain you now endure. I also pray the support of friends, family and even strangers helps to bring you comfort during this trying time. God bless you. Julie Francis, Matt's Mom |
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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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USAFX2 MOM
Posts: 429
Oxford County HOTH Norway, Maine
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| 17 Jun 2007 4:20 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt Mark Barrette. May you rest in
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MM2SS
Posts: 56
Fall River Massachusetts
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| 17 Jun 2007 4:54 AM |
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SSgt. Mark P. Barrette
My heart felt prayers are with you, your family, friends and loved ones.
VETS NEVER FORGET, FOREVER
When we lay down our Heads
we have done our very best.
When we lay down our heads
our brothers will lay us to rest.
When we lay down our heads
we will praise the Cross,
For the ones left behind who suffer the loss.
(Author Michael J Soares 4/27/2007)
Jn 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his Brothers.
MM2SS Michael J Soares SSBN 611 1972-1976 Vietnam War, Mid East Crisis |
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lobowolfe
Posts: 13
Bradford, RI
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| 17 Jun 2007 7:13 AM |
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SSgt Mark Barrette, you will be missed. You are in the company of the greatest our nation can produce. Not everyone, even the very best, get killed in combat with the enemy. Our greatest fighter pilot ace of WWII, Richard Bong (unfortunately of the ARMY Air Corps) made it through the war alive, but was killed in California, testing a jet. It's not how you die, it's how you live. I will spend the rest of my life hoping to reach as high as you have reached in service to our country. Bless you, Mark. Sleep well.
I will attend. I will meet anyone who would like to ride from SW RI. I will leave the Shell station at exit 93 in CT on I-95 NLT 0645. I will go up 216 and 49 to Voluntown, 138 to I-395, to 290, to 190, to 140 to Westminster. Meet me at the Shell, or on the way, like at the Chucky's in Voluntown on 138.
I'm on the road today (Sunday), so won't be able to answer any online questions until late tonight. Ride Safe! |
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War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things.
The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic
feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is
much worse. The person who has nothing for which he
is willing to fight, nothing which is more important
than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature
and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so
by the exertions of better men than himself.
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nurse
Posts: 2743
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| 17 Jun 2007 7:52 AM |
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| Condolences sent to family and friends. Thank you, SSgt Mark P. Barrette, for your service to our nation. Will honor you in spirit. |
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sheatim
Posts: 259
Middlesex/ Essex County RC Stoneham, MA
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| 17 Jun 2007 9:17 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of SSgt. Mark P. Barrette. Rest in peace, thank you for your service and God bless you and your family. |
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We can't all be Washingtons, but we can all be patriots. ~Charles F. Browne
This great Country was not founded on what the citizens cannot do, but what we can do.
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"Mixster"
Posts: 640
Williamsport, PA 17701
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| 17 Jun 2007 9:37 AM |
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Rest in peace, SSgt. Mark P. Barrette. Thank you for your service. May the Holy Spirit comfort your family & friends in their time of grief. Your's was the ultimate sacrifice, never to be forgotten by those who love Freedom & Liberty.
We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace soldier, your mission is complete and now it's time for you to rest
"To a friend’s house, the road is never long!"
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crafty
Posts: 84
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| 17 Jun 2007 10:31 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences to the family of SSgt. Barrette. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing your loved one is resting in peace with God. He will not be forgotten nor will his sacrifice and service to America.
Marlene “crafty” Diefendorf
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IN MEMORY OF:
Martin John Dailey; 1908-1987;
Pvt.; US Army; WWII;
4051st AAF Base Unit
John Mathias; 1840-1906;
Pvt.; Union Army; Civil War;
Co. E.; 63rd Rgt.; Ohio Volunteer Infantry |
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blkwatch
Posts: 14
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| 17 Jun 2007 2:36 PM |
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Sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt. Mark Barrette,
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Do not forget me when my valley’s hushed
And white with snow,
Grass growing green in the summer of my meadow
Help me see the peace I lived and died for grow.
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Ridin For My Uncle.....
Gunner ,William G. ROSENTHAL
D131028 July 25, 1943
Sicily 1st Divison |
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dynaglide
Posts: 72
Norfolk, MA
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| 17 Jun 2007 2:51 PM |
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My most sincere condolences to the friends and family of SSgt Mark P. Barrette.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Erik S.
Posts: 36
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| 17 Jun 2007 2:53 PM |
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Shipmate rest your oars, we have the watch. Fair winds and following seas.
Eternal Father, grant, we pray
To all Marines, both night and day,
The courage, honor, strength, and skill
Their land to serve, thy law fulfill;
Be thou the shield forevermore
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digits
Posts: 83
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| 17 Jun 2007 5:53 PM |
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I still plan to make this mission, I will be at the VFW no later then 0830, then I will find a place for a quick bite of breakfast, as I am coming down from maine want to leave a little extra time for boston traffic problems if any, it will be my honor to stand for such a true American Hero.
In Memory Of Their Service
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I will not be able to check this thread again as Iam signing off line and will not have connection til I am back in maine
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HonorRide.com
A Man A Bike And A Tent
Riding In Honor Of THEIR Service |
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czeslawb
Posts: 21
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| 17 Jun 2007 7:09 PM |
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| I will be leaving "Clinton, the center of confusion" @ 0800 from the gas station across the intersection from the Hanover market on main st.@ the traffic lights and the sign pointing towards Sterling VIA Rt. 62.Will be going up Rt. 62 to Rt.140 into Winchendon.The PGR was there a few mo. ago. 978 365 6077 |
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 17 Jun 2007 7:45 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of SSgt.. Mark P. Barrette, USMC. SSgt Barrette, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9246
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 17 Jun 2007 8:28 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran.
May you rest in 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 "Mac" McIntosh - Dyess
USAR - WO1 Dominic Sutherland - 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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deelove13
Posts: 732
Lincoln, Ri
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| 18 Jun 2007 4:15 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family of SSgt. Mark P. Barrette. Our hearts are with you in mourning your tragic loss.
Thank You SSgt. Barrette,
Rest in Peace Sir.
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TMR
Posts: 2995
Willow Springs IL
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| 18 Jun 2007 7:46 AM |
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| Godspeed, and God bless you, SSgt Barrette, for your service in protecting all of us. |
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milktoast
Posts: 3685
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 18 Jun 2007 3:59 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of SSgt. Mark Barrette. Thank-you, Mark, for your brave and selfless service and allowing us to enjoy the freedoms that are so dear to us. Rest in peace. |
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Janet Toth
Michigan Ride Captain
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
Totally directionally challenged
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7186
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 18 Jun 2007 6:13 PM |
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Mission completed 06/18/2007
PGR paid tribute, and honor to this true American hero today.
28 Cycles with riders from Arizona, California, Florida, Maine, New York and Rhode Island.
No incidents, or issues.
AJ Rana / Mark Plourde Ride Captains Worcester County, MA.
Thank you to the Westminster Police dept for their dedication and assistance, also to the Sawyer Miller Mascarelli Funeral parlor,
Thank you PGR riders for your dedication to our mission,our young men and woman serving this great nation, and attending this service on short notice.
A special thank you to the Barrette family for the privilege to be there to honor their son Mark!
Rest in Peace soldier your service will not be forgotten.
It was my honor to be there to honor you!
AJ Rana
PGR Worc. County MA.
Ride Capt.
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BootLady
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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Doc Bro
Posts: 73
Westminster, SC.... Just across the Ga border
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| 19 Jun 2007 9:12 AM |
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| Stand down SSgt, your watch is over. Thank you for your service to our country, and Know Chesty has a place for you in Heaven. Semper Fi Marine. My deepest condolances to your friends and family at the loss of such a good Marine. Hooo rah. |
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Doc Bro
Westminster, SC, formerly of Rochester, NY
Devil Doc, US Navy/ Marines, Nam 68-69
MOPH... Three times...... |
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JohnShewmaker
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| 20 Jun 2007 6:29 PM |
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| I want to thank everyone who took the time to honor my son-in-law. I know his son, John, who turned two last month, will be greatful when he is old enough to read and understand. I am just sorry that Mark never took the opportunity to know his wonderful little boy. |
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honorthem07
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| 25 Jun 2007 9:57 AM |
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| John Shewmaker-This forum and the PGRs sole reason for what they do, is to pay tribute to and honor the men and women who served our country...............to give them the dignity they so deserve. These riders were a phenonmenal and priceless piece to honoring Mark. SSGT Barrette's family & other special people & close friends, are in a deep time of mourning. This is not the time, nor the place to throw slanderous comments out. Take it somewhere else! RIP my friend.......Your service is benefitting millions of people and will continue to, for years on end. JAF |
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