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milktoast 
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West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 27 Mar 2008 7:16 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of LCpl. Dustin Canham. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart forever. |
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Janet
Michigan Regional Ride Captain/Region 6
Florida Ride Captain/Florida National Cemetery Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
"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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Jasper54
Posts: 5879
Columbus, Ohio
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| 27 Mar 2008 7:21 PM |
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I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and deepest sympathies to the family of US Marine Corps LCpl. Dustin L. Canham who has made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while defending our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Iraq. May your faith in Jesus sustain you during this most difficult of times, bringing comfort today, courage for tomorrow and hope in your hearts always. |
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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
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
GOD HATH NOT PROMISED US, SKIES ALWAYS BLUE, FLOWER STREWN PATHWAYS ALL OUR LIVES THROUGH. GOD HATH NOT PROMISED US SUN WITHOUT RAIN, JOY WITHOUT SORROW, PEACE WITHOUT PAIN.
BUT GOD HATH PROMISED US, STRENGTH FOR THE WAY, GRACE FOR THE TRIALS, HELP FROM ABOVE, UNFAILING SYMPATHY, UNDYING LOVE...
Visit Me At: WWW.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. John Meyer, US Army WWI, France
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, 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 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
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
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5704
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 27 Mar 2008 9:35 PM |
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| My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family and friends of LCpl. Dustin L. Canham. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 27 Mar 2008 11:04 PM |
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| To the family and friends of LCpl. Canham, please know the sacrifice he made will never be forgotten and that he'll be looked upon as a hero for generations to come. |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
US Army Security Agency, 1966-67
Riding in memory of Lt. Col. James W Jensen (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) and 1st Lt. B Virginia Jensen, US Army Nurses Corps, WWII
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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DennisReynolds
Posts: 227
Oregon City/Beavercreek, Oregon
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| 28 Mar 2008 6:42 AM |
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| LCpl. Dustin Canham, we thank you for your loyal service to your country and regret your premature death. Semper fi. Our sincere condolences to the friends and family of this Marine. The PGR will be proud to stand for this patriot if requested. |
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Dennis "Roadliner 49er" Reynolds
Ride Captain
Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
USMC 1967-71
In Country RVN 1967-70
Proudly honoring those who served their country... |
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 1905
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| 28 Mar 2008 8:12 AM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the friends and family of LCpl. Canham in this most difficult time we are so sorry for your loss we will never forget you Dusrin we will always have you in our hearts and will forever be grateful to you for our freedom rest well our hero you are with God now. |
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Harry Hartman
Posts: 1093
Rochester, NY
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| 28 Mar 2008 4:23 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of LCpl. Dustin L. Canham. The service and sacrifices 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
1st Cavalry Dad
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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cagerbob
Posts: 3959
Parma, Ohio
Forum Moderator
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| 28 Mar 2008 10:17 PM |
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Rest in honored peace LCpl Dustin L. Canham, an American hero. |
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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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flopper
Posts: 62
Southeast District Captain )( Director - American Legion Riders) West Richland, WA.
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| 29 Mar 2008 1:11 AM |
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LCpl. Dustin L. Canham, thank you from a grateful nation for your sacrifice and May God Bless all your family and friends in this time of sorrow.
SOLDIER
I was that which others did not want to be.
I went where others Feared to go, and did what others Failed to do.
I asked nothing from those who gave nothing, and reluctantly accepted the thought of eternal loneliness… should I fail.
I have seen the Face of terror; Felt the stinging cold of Fear; and enjoyed the sweet taste of a moments love.
I have cried, Pained, and Hoped… but most of all, I have lived times others would say were best Forgotten.
At least someday I will be able to say that I was proud of what I was… a Soldier.
Soldiers Creed
I am an American Soldier.
I am a Warrior and a member of a team.
I serve the people of the United States
And live the Army Values.
David (Flopper) Reitz
Tri-City RC
Director - American Legion Riders / Kenn – Pasco 34
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Flannagan
Posts: 11
Tacoma, WA
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| 29 Mar 2008 8:46 AM |
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Semper Fi Marine. You served well and with Honor. As we all sing, you now are guarding Heaven's Gates !!!
Rest Easy Fellow Marine |
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Mike "Conan" Flannagan
USMC Veteran
Pierce County WA Captain / Ride Captain
"The Nation Which Forgets Its Defenders Will Itself Be Forgotten"
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690MedCo
Posts: 4048
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 29 Mar 2008 11:20 AM |
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Thank you LCpl. Dustin L. Canham for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and friends of this fallen hero to ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace young soldier.
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Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
Leave No Veteran Behind!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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Bikinbabe
Posts: 521
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| 29 Mar 2008 9:16 PM |
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Our condolences to the family and loved ones of LCpl. Dustin Canham. We are so sorry for your loss. May your loving memories bring you comfort and strength to sustain you in these most difficult days.
LCpl. Dunham, thank you for your service to your country, protecting your fellow Americans, and defending the freedoms we all enjoy everyday. You have paid the ultimate sacrifice - America owes you a debt that cannot be repaid.
Even though we couldn't be there today, you are in our hearts.
Thank you- Greg & Chris ~~Bluesbiker & Bikinbabe |
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RIDEN4HIM
Posts: 1388
Brevard, NC
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| 30 Mar 2008 7:40 AM |
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| We send our sincere condolences and prayers to the family of Dustin L. Canham. Thank you for your service to our country. May, you rest in peace. You are a true “American Hero”. |
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Riding in memory of:
Jesse Lee Ashe, Veteran, WWII, US Navy (Brother)
Harold W. Owen, Veteran, WWII US Army (Brother-n-law)
Paul & Rowena Ashe
Brevard, NC
Patriot Guard Riders
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mattsmom
Posts: 1382
Westminster, Maryland
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| 30 Mar 2008 2:35 PM |
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| You are truly appreciated for your willingness to stand for our nation, LCpl Canham, especially during wartime. Rest easy with our Lord now, Dustin, and know that you will never be forgotten here. |
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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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Iso
Posts: 86
Snohomish County Captain
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| 31 Mar 2008 2:45 PM |
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| On March 29th, 2008 we gathered to honor United States Marine Lance Corporal Dustin Lee Canham. LCpl Canham died in the service to our great nation in the Republic of Djibouti in eastern Africa. LCpl Canham is survived by his wife of 5 months, Devyn Canham, his father Mark Canham, brother Mitch Canham, and half-brother
Approximately 24 bikes and 2 cages gathered at King Charlie’s in Snohomish. Riding with the Washington State Patriot Guard Riders was representatives from the Marine Corp Motorcycle Club, United States Marine Corp Motorcycle Club, American Legion Riders, and the Christian Motorcyclists Association. We welcomed three riders on their first PGR mission. The unseasonably cold weather was marked with rain and snow.
At 1145 riders lined up and we proceeded north to Lake Stevens. At about 1200 we arrived at Elin Lutheran Church where we were directed to park our vehicles at Lake Stevens High Schools. Riders formed ranks and we marched to the church to form the flag line at the entrance. At about 1230 the coach carrying LCpl. Canham arrived at the church escorted by LEO motor officers. The PGR was called to attention and presented arms in honor of LCpl. Canham and family. The family’s pallbearers carried LCpl. Canham into the church. Prior to the service, I and Professor presented challenge coins to Devyn and Mark. The flag line was maintained until the service started at 1300.
At approximately 1305 the weather turned to snow. I stood down the flag line quietly leading the PGR out of the church area back to Lake Stevens High School for break down and de-brief. The first time riders were presented with ride pins furnished by Conan.
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Bryan
Washington State PGR - Snohomish County Captain
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jayhill
Posts: 705
Centennial Colorado
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