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catbrooks 
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Lake Mary, FL
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| 12 Jan 2008 2:10 PM |
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My family and I send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American hero. We will never forget his courageous sacrifice!
SFC Matthew Pionk, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace... |
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"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
In loving memory of Sgt John D Rode
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tsberna
Posts: 33
West Allis, WI
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| 12 Jan 2008 2:21 PM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of SFC. Matthew I. Pionk. I am truly thankful for your unselfish sacrifice to protect our freedoms. Rest in peace.
Tom
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cpleasant
Posts: 94
Lake County, IL
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| 12 Jan 2008 5:09 PM |
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| Thanks to heroes like Matthew Pionk we are able to enjoy our freedom in this great nation. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten, Matthew. I will honor your service and the service off all who serve our country every time I stand with my brother and sister Patriot Guard Riders. Rest in Peace. |
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Commander Morgan
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| 12 Jan 2008 5:48 PM |
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| My Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and Friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk. Our thoughts and Prayers will be with you. |
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7117
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 13 Jan 2008 7:25 AM |
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God Bless SFC Matthew I. Pionk, family and friends. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom. May you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I will be standing there in spirit with my fellow brothers.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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Uffda
Posts: 13696
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 13 Jan 2008 9:19 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know
your son was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Matthew.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
He will lead me through.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom.
In Memory of Jon Dreymann 08-13-09 WWR NRC Who left us way too soon. Farvel min venn. |
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vander177
Posts: 4516
Vandergrift, PA
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| 13 Jan 2008 10:02 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Matthew I. Pionk. I thank you for your military service and ultimate sacrifice you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldiwde. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on the WALL!
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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areallyniceguy
Posts: 830
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| 13 Jan 2008 10:24 AM |
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My family and i send our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero, May the Lord give you peace and comfort in this difficult time.
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South West Missouri
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R.J.Bailey Joplin Missouri,Proud Parent of an American Soldier(Land of the free by the blood of the brave) PGR Member#13326 ( Liberty, when it begins to take root, it's a plant of rapid growth, George Washington 1" U. S. Preident) |
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Slowhand
Posts: 4057
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 13 Jan 2008 3:55 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero who stood tall for his homeland in this very sad time in your lives, but remember that you knew a hero first hand while the rest of us just get to hear about their heroic deeds. 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 know that your loved one is now serving in the Army of our LORD in heaven, and the LORD said if I go to 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 present with the LORD. No one can ever say that your loved one isn't a HERO, they were willing to serve that the rest of us may enjoy the freedom we do today, and the sacrifice you and your family have endured so our nation can remain the home of the free because of the brave. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace my comrade, 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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navydavy
Posts: 202
Los Alamitos, California
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| 14 Jan 2008 1:51 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family of Matthew for your loss, and my gratitude for your sacrifice. May God bless you in this difficult time and give you strength. My eternal gratefulness SFC Matthew I. Pionk for your service to our country, and your ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Rest in peace brother.
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Dave Brittain, FC1 (SW)
United States Navy 1982 - 1993
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
Proud son of a WWII Royal Navy Hero |
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Granny Red
Posts: 689
Paradise, TX
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| 14 Jan 2008 8:13 AM |
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| Our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Matthew Pionk. |
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Granny Red
Wife of USAF Vietnam Vet 68-69,
Volunteer Fire Fighter,
and PGR Chip (Dragonmaster) Foster
In loving memory of our son, Kirk Foster 1966-2003
"We pray that God will visit that empty place inside your heart where tears are born, and give you comfort, and a rock to cling to in the storms this tragedy has brought." |
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Banditsdad
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| 14 Jan 2008 8:49 AM |
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I would like to offer my deep sympathy and condolences to the Pionk Family, relatives and friends. Matthew, you paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We will always and forever be indebted to you. You will always be remembered and never forgotten. You are in a much better place now with the Lord.
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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 3847
Lexington, NC
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| 14 Jan 2008 9:04 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk. I am so grateful that this fine young man volunteered to serve our country, and worked hard to make the world a better place. A grateful America cares, and honors this young man. He will not be forgotten.
Living in the Land of the Free
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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zredmanz
Posts: 1019
Pearland, TX.
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| 14 Jan 2008 9:52 AM |
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| Your watch has now ended. I Thank You for the Sacrifice you have made to give my family and me “Freedom!” Your Sacrifice for this Great Nation will never be forgotten, Rest in Peace in the Arms of the Lord. May God comfort your family and Friends during this time. |
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United States Navy 1994-1998 Engineman 3rd Class, Operation Southern Watch
"Freedom Isn't Free"
Riding in Memory of my Grandfather Frank W. Patterson US ARMY WWII.
Riding in Honor for all of Americas' hero's, Men and Women, of the United States military who give us the greatest gift, "Freedom". |
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winderness
Posts: 68
Slinger, WI
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| 14 Jan 2008 10:09 AM |
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SFC Matthew I. Pionk, our eternal debt and gratitude for your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace Matt...
To your family and friends, our sincere condolences for your loss. May your love and memories along with the thoughts and prayers of all those who know you (and those of us who don't) carry you through this difficult time.
Standing by in spirit in Slinger, WI
Todd & Sue
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Parents of a U.S. Marine - 2 tours in Ramadi, currently on Individual Ready Reserve.
"THE NATION WHICH FORGETS ITS DEFENDERS WILL ITSELF BE FORGOTTEN" |
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Mr.Black
Posts: 1905
AZ Ride Captain
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| 14 Jan 2008 10:47 AM |
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To the family and friends of Sgt. First Class Matthew I. Pionk, who proudly served our great nation in the United States Army, my deepest and sincere condolences for your
loss of this great American Hero.
Matthew's dedicated service to our country will be remembered with the
honor of his commitment and his ultimate sacrifice in Iraq.
Vaya Con Dios Matthew, welcome home soldier and rest in eternal peace. |
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"What we do in life, echoes an eternity." |
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Chitown
Posts: 855
Leawood, KS
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| 14 Jan 2008 11:17 AM |
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SFC Matthew Pionk,
Thank you for your dedication and Service. Its men like you that allow us to live in the greatest country in the world. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
I'd like to offer my sincere condolences to Matthew's family and friends. I grieve for your loss. |
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'Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines (this goes for all our service men and women) don't have that problem.' -- Ronald Reagan
Standing by in Leawood, Kansas
Mike "Chitown" O'Malley
SSGT USMC 1977 - 1985
C co. 1st BN, 5th Marines
American Legion Riders Post 370
Patriot Guard Riders
Kansas Patriot Guard
Riding in honor of
SPC Matthew Murchison US Army. KIA Iraq 8/4/07
SPC David Lane US Army. KIA Iraq 9/5/07
Cpl Billy Willis US Army 9/10/07
Sgt Jeffrey Mersman KIA Afghanistan 11/8/07
Four young Kansas Soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for us.
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3370
Conroe,Texas
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| 14 Jan 2008 2:35 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sfc. Matthew I. Pionk, Thanks for being our hero. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Author Unknown -
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul Babb ( Former Deputy )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9246
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 14 Jan 2008 4:03 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 Matthew is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit. Stand Tall, Stand Proud…An American Hero Is Coming Home.
Stand down, SFC Matthew I. Pionk, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored, Eternal 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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Monica
Posts: 855
"EOF"
Northfield, MN
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| 14 Jan 2008 7:37 PM |
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Patriot Guard Riders,
The family of SFC Matthew I. Pionk has asked us to attend his services. He is an American hero, and we will honor him as such.
Since this is not a highly populated area of Wisconsin, John
Curran (the Wisconsin State Captain) has asked if we will take the lead
on this. We are honored to be asked to do so...there are no borders to
our mission.
RC for this mission will be Pete Prudhomme. His email address is
duluthrc@mnpatriotguard.org.
Services
are tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 19th in Superior. SFC
Pionk will arrive home for the final time later this week, and there is
the possibility of an escort. Please monitor this thread for further
information - we will update as details become available.
Monica Mead
MN State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
www.mnpatriotguard.org
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"This ain't rocket surgery." |
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cagerbob
Posts: 6414
Parma, Ohio
National Forum Administrator
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| 14 Jan 2008 7:51 PM |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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mac304dutch
Posts: 609
PGR Ride Captain Hope Mills, NC
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| 14 Jan 2008 8:43 PM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk. |
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John "Dutch" Macomber
USA 1989 - 1995
NCNG 2000 - 2001
USAFR 2001 - 2004
"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. A man who has nothing for which he is willing to fight; nothing he cares about more than his own personal safety; is a miserable creature who has no chance of being free, unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself"
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djamesp
Posts: 91
Duluth, MN 55810
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| 14 Jan 2008 9:22 PM |
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My heart, prayers and condolences go out to the family of Matthew Pionk. Matthew was doing what he thought and knew was right in protecting our freedom and the freedom of others and for that I thank him and his family. Truely an American Hero.
It will be an honor to be a part of this mission.
Den Padora
Duluth ARC
Nam Vet 72-73
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Dennis Padora
Minnesota PGR
Duluth RC
duluthrc@mnpatriotguard.org
USN 70-78
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WiscHarley
Posts: 137
Franklin, Wisc
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| 15 Jan 2008 6:21 AM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC Matthew Pionk. Our prayers are with you. A true American Hero |
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mlmsan
Posts: 6930
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 15 Jan 2008 9:23 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk . We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Matthew is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Peace be with us all.
Big Bear
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@comcast.net
770-500-6895
Georgia PGR,
Part of It,
Proud of it.
Georgia Mentor Team
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Riding In Memory of my Great Grand Father, John Perry Sanderson, Texas Calvary Regiment, Civil War. Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, and Mt. Sinai, Egypt. U.S. Army now serving this Nation Proudly in Fort Benning, Georgia. |
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