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oldrider_nh 
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Plymouth, NH
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Condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. We are most sorry to hear of your loss. We honor your son, and his sacrifice.
Standing by in Campton, NH.
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milktoast
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West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 18 Jun 2007 3:30 PM |
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| My deepest condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. Sgt. Parker, you are a true American hero who will never be forgotten. We are forever in your debt. Thank-you for your selfless service. |
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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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Silverado Guard
Posts: 115
Elgin SC
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| 18 Jun 2007 3:56 PM |
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Wish I could be there physically, but the miles make that impossible. I'm with you all in spirit as you honor this brave, young, soul.
DEA
Maine 1972-2000
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Harry Hartman
Posts: 1095
Rochester, NY
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| 18 Jun 2007 4:11 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. 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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blusun5
Posts: 696
Wildwood, IL
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| 18 Jun 2007 6:23 PM |
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Our condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. 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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Snowhite
Posts: 1487
Elsberry, Mo.
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| 18 Jun 2007 7:01 PM |
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| My Heart and Prayers will be with the Family and Friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. 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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RAYHOG2
Posts: 710
MARTINSVILLE, IN.
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| 18 Jun 2007 7:27 PM |
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A mother's son
So young and brave
Went off to war
The world to save
He never complained
He stood tall
And in a battle
He gave his all
This warrior fell
In a land far away
America lost a HERO
That fateful day
He is coming home
He will be here before long
His mother waits
She must be strong
When he arrives
The PGR will be there
To help the family
With this cross to bear
We will fly our flags
As we have for years
Our hearts will be heavy
Our eyes filled with tears
The rumble of our bikes
Will be heard across the land
America will know
It's the PGR taking the stand
When this brave warrior
Is laid to rest
We will stand proud
For America's best.
With pride and respect
And honor too
For this great HERO
It's the least we can do
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Rayhog2
Professional FireFighter and ARSON INVESTIGATOR (ret)
Riding with PGR pride, honor and respect in memory of my Father, John C. Grieves, Lacon, IL. USCG, WWII, 1941/1945 and a friend, USAF SSGT Billie "SAM" Roth. Lacon, IL. Abandoned in SVN 27June65. He still waits to come home.
Standing at the ready to honor our HEROS of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Any time, Any where because IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO. MISSION FIRST.
LIVE EVERYDAY AS IF IT WERE YOUR LAST ONE. IT COULD VERY WELL BE.
IT IS FAR BETTER TO DIE ON YOUR FEET THAN TO LIVE ON YOUR KNEES.
In the words of President Teddy Roosevelt, "We have room for but one flag, the American flag... We have room for but one language here, and that is the English language... and we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people." 1907
This is still valid today.
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RAYHOG2
Posts: 710
MARTINSVILLE, IN.
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| 18 Jun 2007 7:43 PM |
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Another day is done
America has lost another son
To the proud family and friends of HERO Sgt. Parker I extend my most heartfelt condolences. May our ALMIGHTY GOD bless you with comfort and strength in this sad hour. We shall weep with you. We will mourn with you. Our hearts will also be heavy with sorrow for this great loss. Richard was one of us too. My prayers are for you.
Sgt Richard Parker has flown home on the wings of HIS angels to take his place in GOD'S HALL OF HEROS. May he rest there for eternity in HIS loving arms.
Brave Marine, you stood proud and tall, face to face with the most dispicable evil ever known to man. It has came straight from hell. You gave your all for the safety of all of us. We shall be forever grateful.
AMERICA IS THE LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE IT IS INDEED, THE HOME OF THE BRAVE
GOD SPEED, MY HERO SGT RICHARD PARKER. GOD SPEED
Rayhog
Riding with PGR pride honor and respect in memory of a friend, USAF SSGT Billie "SAM" Roth, Lacon, IL. Abandoned in SVN 27June65. He still waits to come home. |
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Rayhog2
Professional FireFighter and ARSON INVESTIGATOR (ret)
Riding with PGR pride, honor and respect in memory of my Father, John C. Grieves, Lacon, IL. USCG, WWII, 1941/1945 and a friend, USAF SSGT Billie "SAM" Roth. Lacon, IL. Abandoned in SVN 27June65. He still waits to come home.
Standing at the ready to honor our HEROS of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Any time, Any where because IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO. MISSION FIRST.
LIVE EVERYDAY AS IF IT WERE YOUR LAST ONE. IT COULD VERY WELL BE.
IT IS FAR BETTER TO DIE ON YOUR FEET THAN TO LIVE ON YOUR KNEES.
In the words of President Teddy Roosevelt, "We have room for but one flag, the American flag... We have room for but one language here, and that is the English language... and we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people." 1907
This is still valid today.
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BigOlBear
Posts: 34
Frankfort, IL
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| 18 Jun 2007 7:54 PM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. We thank you for your service to this great country and for protecting our freedoms. You are a true hero. |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5755
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 19 Jun 2007 5:48 AM |
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SGT Parker,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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jpw105
Posts: 304
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| 19 Jun 2007 6:28 AM |
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I would like to add my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker, and profound gratitude to Sgt. Parker for his service to the United States of America. At the same time we bow our heads to bid 'fare well' to this heroic American, 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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crafty
Posts: 84
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| 19 Jun 2007 6:47 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences to the family of sgt. Parker. 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;
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cdeco
Posts: 147
Windham, ME
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| 19 Jun 2007 8:02 AM |
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To the friends and family of Sgt. Parker- My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
America is the land of the free because of brave men and women like Sgt. Parker. He is a true hero.
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A man's country is not a certain area of land, of mountains, rivers, and woods, but it is a principle; and patriotism is loyalty to that principle.
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mattsmom
Posts: 1503
North Beach, Maryland
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| 19 Jun 2007 8:23 AM |
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| Sgt Parker, as a nation we mourn your loss, and we will remember you always as a true American hero. We so deeply appreciate your service and sacrifice in defending and protecting our freedoms. To Richard's family, I offer my prayers and support. I understand a little of what you are dealing with-my son, a Marine LCpl, was killed last year in Al Anbar. I pray wonderful memories of your dear young warrior help eventually to ease the pain you now endure. Richard 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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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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ranger357
Posts: 44
Central Massachusetts
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| 19 Jun 2007 8:59 AM |
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| Rest assured, you will not be forgotten brother. The loss of one, is a loss to all.... love ya bro, Rich |
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Jasper54
Posts: 7187
Columbus, Ohio
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| 19 Jun 2007 11:13 AM |
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My prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends of Sgt. Parker. May the Lord comfort and support you during this time of great 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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Eagle1SG
Posts: 61
Biddeford, Maine
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| 19 Jun 2007 12:37 PM |
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My condolenses to the family. Rest in peace.
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Jet
Posts: 53
Sherman Maine 04776
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| 19 Jun 2007 12:49 PM |
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The Harris and Troutt family our thougts and prayers are with the family and freinds of Sgt. Richard K. Parker. The Boots you wore are Worn by Many But, none Filled them like You. Thank you for your service to our country. Say Hi to Dustin for me.
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sheogee
Posts: 31
portland maine
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| 19 Jun 2007 12:53 PM |
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| Our prayers go out to the family of Sgt. Richard Parker, may you rest in pease my brother and thank you for your service. We will be standing by to honor our fallen brother. God bless you. |
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Cruizer
Posts: 755
Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 19 Jun 2007 1:24 PM |
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UPDATE...UPDATE
Updated 19 Jun 07 1431 edt S Sturgis
Greetings Fellow Patriot Guard Riders, CONFIRMED MISSION SGT. Richard K. Parker, killed in action June 13, 2007.
Mission #1: The family has requested an escort from the airport to the funeral home. Details of the flight number, arrival time and location have not been made available to us yet. Quite possibly we will receive those details later today, or tomorrow. As soon as they become available, I will send out another all-member email as well as posting the details on the forum under the "Confirmed Missions" thread. The Augusta airport has been requested as the desired arrival location according to the CAO. The escort will be from the arrival location to the Adams Funeral Home in Farmington, Maine. Needless to say the escort from the airport will be a last-minute endeavor. But, we've had these before and we've always handled them well. Keep your eyes on the "Confirmed Mission" thread at: http://www.patriotguard.org/Forums/tabid/61/postid/553843/view/topic/Default.aspx
Mission #2: The family has also requested an escort from the funeral home, to the memorial service. The details for this segment of the mission will also be coming soon. The escort will be from the Adams Funeral Home in Farmington, Maine to the Mt. Abrams High School in Strong, Maine, where a celebration of life will take place. Following the service, there will be a reception held at the Phillip's Grade School organized by the Prescott-Fairbanks American Legion Post 64.
I apologize for not having the times, dates and other details for you at this time. That information will be coming soon. Until then, lets take this opportunity to prepare ourselves and our equipment for the mission which lay ahead of us. Thank you for all that you do.
Cruizer...Standing by with pegs down.
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US Army Retired
1972 ~ 1993
Special Events Coordinator
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MacRoon
Posts: 40
Hoth RC, S.E. Mass
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| 19 Jun 2007 3:14 PM |
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Rest in Peace Sgt. Parker, we will take the watch. You will not be forgotten, your selfless sacrifice and dedication to service allows the beacon of freedom to continue to burn bright.
My sincere condolences to Sgt. Parker's family & friends for your most grievous loss.
When you look up at the sky with Richard's memory in your heart, may he look down below as he sits above beside Him and fill your heart with happy remembrances. |
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Blackpony
Posts: 362
Friendship,Maine
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| 19 Jun 2007 6:47 PM |
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To the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker: Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss,and my heartfelt thanks for your sacrifice.
Standing by to honor this great American patriot.
"We should not mourn that such men died,but rather thank God that such men lived."
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Ken Barrett
U.S.N.69/72
Maine Ride Captain
Maine HOTH Coordinator
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emma_ra7
Posts: 2
Skowhegan, Maine
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| 19 Jun 2007 8:24 PM |
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Thank you to all those sending their regards on behalf of Richard. I know that he is looking down and is proud at his sacrafice. He was a sensative, extreemly loving, young at heart soldier that has caused many hearts of those who knew him to have a void where he placed his footprints. It was his second tour and would have been home for good in a months time. He always lit up a room with his goofy grin and childlike ways. Always so laid back and generous.
Again thank you to all who have taken the time to post and a future thank you to those riding at his funeral. I know he will be looking down with pride. He was a member of the PGR and will be honored the PGR is taking time to celebrate him (see you there). He was so impressed on April 22 2006 when the PGR rolled up at the Augusta Armory. He just stood in awe. It pains me to think that his parade home will not be the same as the parade when deployed. He made the ultimate sacrafice. I am so proud of him.
~Emily Binnion~
~Former Girlfriend~
RIP Richard
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sheatim
Posts: 257
Middlesex/ Essex County RC Stoneham, MA
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| 19 Jun 2007 9:57 PM |
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| My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker. Thank you for your service, rest in peace 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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Swampman
Posts: 42
Augusta Maine
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| 20 Jun 2007 3:49 AM |
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| My prayers are for the Fathers Love and understanding to encompass the family and friends of our fallen Son of Liberty. Rest in peace Sgt. Richard Parker. |
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