wvhusker 
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Ashland, KY
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SSG Nelson,
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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9238
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 02 Sep 2007 8:08 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Andrew is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Stand Tall, Stand Proud…An American Hero Is Coming Home.
Stand down, SSG Andrew P. Nelson, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
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Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
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custer7thcav
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Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 03 Sep 2007 12:55 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson. Thank you, sir, for your service. God bless you and your family. Rest in peace. |
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In honor and memory of
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7069
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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BootLady
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"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
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Susan Sturgis
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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BootLady
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"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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alsroadkingclassic
Posts: 55
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| 03 Sep 2007 9:43 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Andrew P. Nelson.
Stand down SSG Nelson and rest in peace.You are a true American Hero.
You will never be forgotten.
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Zippy
Posts: 7254
Phoenix, AZ
Director of Operations
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| 03 Sep 2007 6:55 PM |
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Diane "Zippy" Anderson
PROUD Army Mom of SSgt Billy Myers 2nd Cavalry Stryker, Iraq
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low, and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
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mattsmom
Posts: 1503
North Beach, Maryland
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| 03 Sep 2007 8:02 PM |
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| SSgt Nelson, you are truly appreciated. Heaven seems to be needing more and more heroes. I know you were welcomed at heaven's gate by all our fallen warrirors who have gone before you. Rest easy now, Andrew......you will not be forgotten. |
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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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sailordoc
Posts: 1189
Woodbury, MN
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| 03 Sep 2007 9:20 PM |
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| Thank you for your service, SSG Nelson. My condolences to your family and friends. |
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Service-Connected Disabled Veteran - U.S. Navy
Military Salute Project - Minnesota Platoon
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OLD1
Posts: 43
Fargo, N.D.
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| 03 Sep 2007 10:52 PM |
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| To the family of SSG Andrew Nelson. Your brave young warrior rests peacefuly amongst his fellow comrads who also gave the most precious offering for our security and freedom, their life. I believe that God and his angels are with these unselfish heroes who gave all, as they keep watch on those still in battle guiding them through each day and night with faith knowing that they are making a difference for all of mankind today and tomorrow. Your mission is complete Andrew. Thank you for our freedom. May God bless you and keep you always. Respectfully, David K. Pagel |
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Lindy75
Posts: 113
Dickinson, ND
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| 04 Sep 2007 8:12 AM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers are with SSgt. Nelson's family, friends, and fellow soldiers in this sad moment. I didn't have the privelege of knowing Andrew, but I can say without hesitation we need more defenders of our freedom such as him. 3 tours at 22 years old...another tragic loss for our country! His committment to our liberty and memories of his bravery will live on forever. God rest his soul. |
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gwinslow
Posts: 535
Amboy, MN
Minnesota
Assistant State Captain
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| 04 Sep 2007 12:45 PM |
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My heart felt condolences to the family of SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson, and to his friends and his community. Your loss stands as a constant reminder to everyone that Freedom isn't Free. Thank you SSgt. Nelson for your service to this great nation, and the ultimate sacrifice you paid in defending our Freedoms. That sacrifice will not be forgotten. Stand down soldier, your duty is done, rest with God.
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Minnesota Assistant State Captain
Minnesota Patriot Guard / Patriot Guard Riders
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MNHeritagePatriot
Posts: 211
Worthington Ride Captain - Pipestone, MN
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| 04 Sep 2007 4:24 PM |
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My most sincere condolences to the Family and Loved Ones of SSgt Andrew P. Nelson. May God comfort and keep you in the days ahead.
We are forever grateful to SSgt Nelson as he gave his all for a free world - Thank You, Sir - You are a True American Hero and an inspiration to all.
Thank you to the family of SSgt Nelson for allowing us the Honor to stand in Gratitude towards him andin loving support for all of You. |
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Paul Ramsbey
Worthington Ride Captain
Son of Korean War Vet
Past Commander of SAL Post 14, Flora IL
Eternally grateful to our men and women who serve ... may we never forget nor underestimate the selfless dedication and sacrifices of our true Amercan Heroes! |
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Harry Hartman
Posts: 1095
Rochester, NY
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| 04 Sep 2007 4:41 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson. The ultimate sacrifice of this True American Hero, will never be forgotten. May God help his family find peace at this most difficult time. |
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hybridharry
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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oldiron6
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| 04 Sep 2007 6:12 PM |
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mtcat1000
Posts: 102
St Cloud MN 56301
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| 04 Sep 2007 7:04 PM |
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| My condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Andrew P. Nelson. God Bless You Andrew. |
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St Cloud Mn Sector ARC
St Cloud Mn Sector Hoth Rep
US Army 1974-1977
101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
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Rip007
Posts: 54
Indianapolis
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| 04 Sep 2007 7:23 PM |
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Thank you SSgt Andrew P. Nelson for your service to our country. My deepest condolences to the family and friends of this Fallen Hero. May God Bless you.
Your Service and Sacrifice for Our Country will not be forgotten. |
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dakotakid
Posts: 166
Richmond, Mn
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| 05 Sep 2007 7:49 AM |
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Our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow soldiers of SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson. God bless you Andrew...
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Keith"Schaef"Schaefer
Asst. RC, St.Cloud Sector
stcloudarc1@gmail.com
www.mnpatriotguard.org
 
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TMR
Posts: 2964
Willow Springs IL
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| 05 Sep 2007 7:59 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, SSgt Nelson, for being willing to do just that.
'Rest easy, son, at the top of the stairs.'
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sdoise
Posts: 8050
Kinder, La.
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| 05 Sep 2007 9:04 AM |
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| I offer my heartfelt condolences to the family of SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson and my sincere appreciation of his service to preserve our way of life. Rest in peace SSgt. Nelson. |
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Schelly "Toro"
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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dragonman
Posts: 156
Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 05 Sep 2007 9:10 AM |
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SSGT. Nelson, THANK YOU for being the brave Warrior that you were. We appreciate your actions.Godspeed, SSGT. Nelson.
To SSGT. Nelson's Family, friends, and fellow Troops, you have my deepest, heartfelt condolences. SSGT. Nelson will not be forgotten, and rest assured that his bravery has made our world a better place.
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
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necktiescreamer
Posts: 2
Fargo ND
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| 05 Sep 2007 9:19 AM |
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god bless you Andrew. thank you for your sacrifice. it will not be forgotten.
to the Nelson Family, may god guide you through these troubled times.
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Be like water making its way through cracks. Do not be assertive, but adjust to the object, and you shall find a way round or through it. If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves.
Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. If you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle and it becomes the bottle. You put it in a teapot it becomes the teapot. Now, water can flow or it can crash. Be water my friend. Bruce Lee |
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webelieve
Posts: 113
Roberts, WI
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| 05 Sep 2007 10:26 AM |
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| It is with deep regret and sympathy that We mourn the loss of yet another fine American. My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the family of SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson for their loss. SSgt. Andrew P. Nelson you can stand down, your duty is over, you will now enter into the service of our Lord and Savior. |
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American Patriot Riders
Life Member - American Legion Post 121, WI
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Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord... Psalms 33:12 ESV
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. Colossians 2:6-7 ESV
Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you:
1. Jesus Christ
2. The American G.I.
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SmokyMtnSporty
Posts: 221
louisville, TN
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| 05 Sep 2007 2:59 PM |
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| Thank you Ssgt. Nelson, for your example, your valor, and your sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.
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shadow_sarge
Posts: 32
West Fargo, ND
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| 06 Sep 2007 4:39 AM |
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| I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the Family, Friends and Fellow Soldiers on the loss of SSG Andrew Nelson. I want to Thank the Family for allowing the PGR to STAND IN HONOR of this fine young soldier. The more I learn of Andrew makes wish I had known him personally as he has accomplished so much in his short time. I pray that God will grant you all the Strengh and Courage to get through these tough times ahead. Rest assured that Andrews ultimate sacrifice for his Country will not be forgotten! Take Care,Tim |
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NDARNG: 1980- STILL SERVING
OIF IRAQ 04-05 WITH 141 ECB
RIDING IN MEMORY OF GEORGE C. MOEN, US ARMY WWII AND WENDELL V. COLES, US ARMY, WWII
"The truth of the matter is that you always know the right thing to do. The hard part is is doing it." Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf
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