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Harry Hartman 
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Rochester, NY
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| 12 Sep 2007 7:13 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Javier G. Paredes. 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
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satyr
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Raleigh, NC
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| 12 Sep 2007 9:26 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and
friends of Cpl Javier G. Paredes. My thoughts and prayers are
with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom
Javier. Rest in peace soldier. I salute you.
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satyr
Steve Roma
USAF 1976 - 1980, TAC
Dry Hill AFS, Watertown, NY
Finland AFS, Finland, MN
We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies.
- Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
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oldrocknroller
Posts: 97
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| 12 Sep 2007 9:31 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with Cpl. javier G. Paredes, his family, and friends.
Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice for each of us and our nation.
May the wings of your angel hold you firmly.
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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New Mexico
Posts: 2156
Temple City, California 91780
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| 12 Sep 2007 10:13 PM |
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To the family and friends of Cpl Javier G. Paredes I would like to express my deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. As an Army veteran I salute you Cpl Paredes and thank you for your service defending our country. May God grant you the rest and peace that you so rightfully deserve. Descansa en paz mijo. Rest in peace son. Que Dios te bendiga y te tenga a Su lado. I will be with you is spirit along with my PGR brothers and sisters in Texas in memory of my nephew Joseph Mathew Cordova (USMC) the 400 New Mexico Vietnam Veterans who gave their all in the jungles of Vietnam and the 32 brave soldiers from New Mexico who have died in Iraq and Afghanistan. U.S. Army, 1961-1964, 8th Infantry Division, 7th Howitzer Bn, 16th Field Artillery, Baumholder, Germany (The Convincers)
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Willie Zamora - U.S. Army Europe - 1961-1964
8th Infantry Division - 7th Howitzer Battalion
16th Field Artillery - Baumholder, Germany
(The Convincers)
Life Member AMVETS Post 113
RFTW 09
Riding in Memory of New Mexico Medal of Honor Receipients:
Daniel Fernandez - Los Lunas
Joe P. Martinez - Taos
Alejandro R. Ruiz - Loving
Jose F. Valdez - Governardor
Louis Rocco - Albuquerque |
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briscoeg
Posts: 680
San Antonio, Texas
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| 13 Sep 2007 8:18 AM |
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FINAL ITINERARY:
Masterchief will be the Lead RC Friday for the Cpl Paredes mission.
STAGING at St. Patrick's Catholic Church from 0830 -0930, Friday 14 Sept.
Church Map: http://tinyurl.com/yvtfvj
Establish flag line by 0930.
Late stagers also meet at the church, or very late stagers go directly to Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery Shelter #4. Cemetery services are scheduled to begin at 1130.
Cemetery Map: http://tinyurl.com/2xenh6
Weather: Sunny with a low of 72 and a high of 92. Remember to hydrate and use sunblock.
Please keep your exhaust noise to a minimum at the cemetery. There are other funerals going on.
Ride safe everyone.
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Riding in memory of (Dad) Lt. Col. Richard E. Briscoe, Command Pilot, USAF, WWII (Pacific Theater), Berlin Airlift, Korea, Vietnam, Cold War, 31 May 1922 - 14 Mar 1991, (Best friend) 2nd Lt. Vincent L. Michael, USAF, Pilot, C-21 Learjet & one helluva tenor sax player, 05 Dec 1963 - 14 Jan 1987 (Air Force C-21 Crash), (Cousin) Capt. Dan Secker, USAF Navigator, KC-135s in Vietnam, CAF pilot, killed 14 May 2001 (BT-13), Midland, Texas, (Great Uncle) Grover Dehay (Purple Heart, survivor of mustard gas on the Western Front) WWI, (Friend and racing buddy) Special Agent Steve Willis, ATF, Killed in the Line of Duty, 28 Feb 1993, Waco, Texas.
"I believe that success is not determined by our careers, but whether we live our lives the way we have wanted to. Try for something you love and take the chance of regretting it later, rather than regret not trying for it at all.” - Erica Simpson, 32, Air Racer lost at the Reno Air Races, 07 Sept 2008.
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TMR
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Willow Springs IL
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| 13 Sep 2007 10:28 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, Cpl Paredes, for being willing to do just that.... for me and mine.
'Rest easy, son, at the top of the stairs.'
Standing in spirit in Willow Springs IL TMR |
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gyocum
Posts: 1738
Utah State Captain Ogden, Utah
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| 13 Sep 2007 2:05 PM |
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We offer our deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Cpl. Javier G. Paredes. His service for our country will not be forgotten. Heaven must have needed another hero. May he now rest in peace.
Gary and Kelly Yocum |
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Gary "K'huna" Yocum
Utah State Captain
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mattsmom
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North Beach, Maryland
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| 13 Sep 2007 8:45 PM |
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| Cpl Paredes, you are so truly appreciated. It seems heaven is needing more and more young heroes. Rest easy now, Javier.....you have completed your selfless mission here, and 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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briscoeg
Posts: 680
San Antonio, Texas
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| 14 Sep 2007 3:15 PM |
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MISSION COMPLETE.
Thank you to the thirty riders who paid respects to Corporal Paredes and his family today. Special thanks to Darrell for bringing the flags and cold water.
Javier's four Brothers (one of whom is a Marine), his Aunt, his Cousin, the staff from the Hill Country Youth Ranch and the Chaplain all said to tell you thanks for being there. They said that it did their hearts good to see all those people who didn't know him, but still care.
Rest In Peace, Javier.
George
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Riding in memory of (Dad) Lt. Col. Richard E. Briscoe, Command Pilot, USAF, WWII (Pacific Theater), Berlin Airlift, Korea, Vietnam, Cold War, 31 May 1922 - 14 Mar 1991, (Best friend) 2nd Lt. Vincent L. Michael, USAF, Pilot, C-21 Learjet & one helluva tenor sax player, 05 Dec 1963 - 14 Jan 1987 (Air Force C-21 Crash), (Cousin) Capt. Dan Secker, USAF Navigator, KC-135s in Vietnam, CAF pilot, killed 14 May 2001 (BT-13), Midland, Texas, (Great Uncle) Grover Dehay (Purple Heart, survivor of mustard gas on the Western Front) WWI, (Friend and racing buddy) Special Agent Steve Willis, ATF, Killed in the Line of Duty, 28 Feb 1993, Waco, Texas.
"I believe that success is not determined by our careers, but whether we live our lives the way we have wanted to. Try for something you love and take the chance of regretting it later, rather than regret not trying for it at all.” - Erica Simpson, 32, Air Racer lost at the Reno Air Races, 07 Sept 2008.
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briscoeg
Posts: 680
San Antonio, Texas
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| 15 Sep 2007 12:03 PM |
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Funeral coverage in the Express-News, including some touching photographs:
http://tinyurl.com/2uu5ah
Peace to all the family and many, many friends whose lives were touched by this remarkable young man.
And eternal peace to you, Javier.
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Riding in memory of (Dad) Lt. Col. Richard E. Briscoe, Command Pilot, USAF, WWII (Pacific Theater), Berlin Airlift, Korea, Vietnam, Cold War, 31 May 1922 - 14 Mar 1991, (Best friend) 2nd Lt. Vincent L. Michael, USAF, Pilot, C-21 Learjet & one helluva tenor sax player, 05 Dec 1963 - 14 Jan 1987 (Air Force C-21 Crash), (Cousin) Capt. Dan Secker, USAF Navigator, KC-135s in Vietnam, CAF pilot, killed 14 May 2001 (BT-13), Midland, Texas, (Great Uncle) Grover Dehay (Purple Heart, survivor of mustard gas on the Western Front) WWI, (Friend and racing buddy) Special Agent Steve Willis, ATF, Killed in the Line of Duty, 28 Feb 1993, Waco, Texas.
"I believe that success is not determined by our careers, but whether we live our lives the way we have wanted to. Try for something you love and take the chance of regretting it later, rather than regret not trying for it at all.” - Erica Simpson, 32, Air Racer lost at the Reno Air Races, 07 Sept 2008.
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Slowhand
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Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 17 Sep 2007 5:50 AM |
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| I would like convey my deepest condolences to the family and friends of this American hero who stood tall for their homeland. I know this is a very sad time in your lives but remember you knew a hero first hand the rest of us just get to hear about them. Please know that your loved one is now serving in the Army of our Lord and Savior in heaven and the Lord said if I go to prepare a place for you,and if I go and prepare a place for you I will come again and recieve you unto myself that where I am there you may be also. Know that it says in the Bible in 2nd Corinthians 5:8 ,We are confident I say, willing rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord. I pray that our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST will bring all of you comfort for we know it is us left behind here on earth that suffer, for our loved ones are in HEAVEN with GOD and he will not allow them to suffer again as they have paid the ultimate price so as to allow us left here to enjoy the freedom we have here in America.No one can ever say that your loved one isn't a hero they were willing to serve when so many aren't or feel that they don't want to. I would like you to know that not just me but a country full of Americans are free because of the sacrifice they made in the name of freedom. May God Bless each and everyone of you |
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briscoeg
Posts: 680
San Antonio, Texas
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| 31 Oct 2007 1:05 PM |
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H-E-B Grocery has made a $10,000 donation in Javier Paredes' memory.
The money goes to the PAL program, a group that helps prepare Foster Home children, such as Javier, prepare for life on their own as adults. Javier worked for HEB before he joined the Army.
The article: http://tinyurl.com/ytwn7d
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Riding in memory of (Dad) Lt. Col. Richard E. Briscoe, Command Pilot, USAF, WWII (Pacific Theater), Berlin Airlift, Korea, Vietnam, Cold War, 31 May 1922 - 14 Mar 1991, (Best friend) 2nd Lt. Vincent L. Michael, USAF, Pilot, C-21 Learjet & one helluva tenor sax player, 05 Dec 1963 - 14 Jan 1987 (Air Force C-21 Crash), (Cousin) Capt. Dan Secker, USAF Navigator, KC-135s in Vietnam, CAF pilot, killed 14 May 2001 (BT-13), Midland, Texas, (Great Uncle) Grover Dehay (Purple Heart, survivor of mustard gas on the Western Front) WWI, (Friend and racing buddy) Special Agent Steve Willis, ATF, Killed in the Line of Duty, 28 Feb 1993, Waco, Texas.
"I believe that success is not determined by our careers, but whether we live our lives the way we have wanted to. Try for something you love and take the chance of regretting it later, rather than regret not trying for it at all.” - Erica Simpson, 32, Air Racer lost at the Reno Air Races, 07 Sept 2008.
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