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Subject:  Sgt Merlin German, 22, USMC, Iraq, Bushnell, FL, 22, 23 APR 08

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Aunt Jane User is Offline
Posts: 366
15 Apr 2008 8:06 PM Alert 
To the Family of Sgt. German, you have endured much pain, and you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. May you draw strength from that which motivated your son, so amazingly; what a truly awesome inspiration he is and will always be. God bless you and I pray that God grants you peace, as your loved one is so now also at peace and lifted high.
Thank you for the mission you gave to your life in protecting our freedoms, and striving to give others, theirs. The lives of you and the men and women who have gone before you are raised high, and not given in vain. I honor you, and pray that our children will learn to do the same throughout coming generations. God bless your family, and may they keep their memories alive and rejoice in the life of a hero.

Remembering LCpl. Matthew Snyder, KIA Iraq 3/3/06
fgoins User is Offline
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15 Apr 2008 8:29 PM Alert 
It is ok to cry, be sad, feel cheated, guilty, exhausted, or just plain empty at times. By showing these emotions it does not say that you do not have faith. It shows that you are human and you are going through a process because of the loss of Merlin. I will truly miss passing you all through out the hospital. It would always bless me to see how patient his parents were with Merlin. Through it all they displayed strength and loyalty. I pray that the Peace and Favor of God continues to be upon the German’s Family. Prayer: Father, we come boldly before your throne of grace praying for The German's Family. Your word tells us to pray for those who are afflicted. So as intercessors, we stand in the gap and lift up The German's Family before you in prayer. Father, your word says that you are the God of all comfort, who comforts our hearts in times of tribulation. We therefore, call upon you, on The German's Family behalf, and we pray that you comfort their hearts. we pray that you would be their inner peace; and may you flood their minds, hearts, and entire life with your peace. The peace that passes all understanding. We pray during this time of trouble and sorrow in their life, that you help The German's Family to find refuge and strength. Lead them to your secret place. Lord in your secret place there is rest, peace, security and comfort that is only found in you. We pray that you would also renew The German's Family strength. May you become the lifter of their head, and give them the courage and strength they need to face each coming day. We pray that this loss would not devastate or destroy The German's Family faith and trust in you, but may you elevate their faith and bless them to continue to trust in you, and your awesome word. We also pray for every family member, friend, and all others that are grieving and hurting over this loss. Lord may you also be their strength, and comfort each of their hearts and lives.Now father, we commit The German's Family into your hands. As we have prayed your word over them, we thank you for giving them Restoration, Strength and Determination through the strength of your word and comfort of your Spirit. In your name we pray, AMEN!
Wayne18 User is Offline
Posts: 550
Interlachen, Fl. Asst. State Captain
15 Apr 2008 8:37 PM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Merlin German. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.

Sgt Merlin German, You are an amazing man. You gave more than any man should be required to give. Semper FI Brother, Semper FI !
Wayne Howell
USMC 57-64 66-68
ALR Post 293
Florida Retreads
North Central
Area Rep
690MedCo User is Offline
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Huntington Beach, CA
15 Apr 2008 8:48 PM Alert 
Thank you 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.
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
Calling Fox User is Offline
Posts: 715
Emerson, IA
15 Apr 2008 9:07 PM Alert 
As I get ready to write to you, the words fall away as almost meaningless because of the pain I know you feel. I know, because I have felt that pain.

Know that you are NOT alone on this difficult path. Others are there to help you: reach out and embrace them, for they are offering not only themselves, but sharing with you that little bit of the Almighty that resides in all of us. This offering/sharing is what WILL give you the strength you will need to get thru. Trust me.

Any service related death, whether accident or illness, wounds received or KIA, warrant the Gold Star for the family. Don't let anyone tell you different.

I offer you my services, such as they are. If you want to talk, feel free to get in touch with me thru the PGR messaging. I WILL return your call/message. ANYTIME!

In the meantime know that my wife's and my prayers are with you.
Jim Kearney Jr
Gold Star Dad
TSGT USAF/ANG (Ret) Vietnam Era
Western Iowa Chapter ALR


"Nothing is more devisive than the hyphen."

John Wayne
REB1911 User is Offline
Posts: 36
Ragley, LA
15 Apr 2008 10:18 PM Alert 
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sgt Merlin German. Thank you Sgt German for your service and ultimate sacrifice for the freedom that we have.

"LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE"
Rick & Katy Burgess
Riding in memory of our son
Spc. Cory W. Burgess
164th Military Police Co. U.S. Army
6-15-84 - 6-30-07
drpepper User is Offline
Posts: 3089
Texas Gulf Coast
15 Apr 2008 11:47 PM Alert 

My sincere heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American hero, Sgt Merlin German, please know we share in your pain. May GOD bless and comfort you during this difficult time.....

It is the Military who salutes YOUR flag, who serves beneath YOUR flag, whose coffin is draped by YOUR flag, and who by their service allows the protester to burn YOUR flag.

Riding in memory of my home town friends who didn't return from Vietnam:
Pete Clark, Dennis Fisher (next door neighbor), & Tommy "Saba" Clark

377 Combat Support Group, 21st MedEvac, Vietnam 1969-1971

Riding a HD Fatboy....

Support your local
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wvhusker User is Offline
Posts: 4178
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
16 Apr 2008 12:09 AM Alert 
SGT German,

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
"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
custer7thcav User is Offline
Posts: 5213
Moraine, Ohio
16 Apr 2008 12:23 AM Alert 
My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family and friends of this amazing man, Sgt. Merlin German. Thank you, Merlin, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be wtih your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace.
custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
and
Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII
Bonz01 User is Offline
Posts: 773
Tampa Bay, Fl
16 Apr 2008 6:41 AM Alert 
I can not find correct words to express my sincere and most heartfelt condolences to the family of this hero,SGT Merlin German.To your comrades,be as brave as he was in your life as Merlin was fighting for his.For all of us he was an example of courage.I am so emotional. What a man. Tears come to my eyes also because he was in the same "outfit" as my dad would express it. I will always wear your patch Merlin,now for two hero's I know. My your family be comforted by this huge man that fought so hard.You my brother, will not be forgotten. Semper Fi. Standing By in Hudson. I SALUTE YOU MARINE !!

Wanda "Conley" Frye
SGT US ARMY 1976-1983
Reserves,108th Trng. Brigade, Wilson, N.C. 84-85

Riding in Honor of Marine SSG Franklin O. Frye WWll, H&S BT,5th BN, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Div. He stands with me.

We'd never know how high we are till we are called to rise; and then,if we are true to plan,our statures touch the sky. Emily Dickenson
FLORESRL User is Offline
Posts: 95
Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas
17 Apr 2008 9:26 AM Alert 
Merlin German was one of my patients. During the last 2 years I have not met a man so courageous, strong, or cocky. MARINE. I have become close to his mother and father and am honored to have shared good and bad times with them all. What a beautiful and supporting mother. What a strong and humorous father. I will miss them all.

SGT German, Stand down, Rest in Peace. Your watch and pain are over. We have the watch.

Ama and Viejo. My heart aches and weeps. May the LORD Bless, keep and protect you. May HE cause HIS face to shine upon you and give you peace.

CPT Robert L. Flores
US Army Nurse Corps
The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.......Thomas Jefferson
mattsmom User is Offline
Posts: 1346
Westminster, Maryland
17 Apr 2008 6:05 PM Alert 
Sgt German, you are a true example of a REAL American hero. It gave me chills to ready your story. I am so sorry for the difficult battle you had to fight. I know you must have inspired so many people on your journey; and that you stand now a hero at heaven's gates, along with all our fallen warriors who have gone before you. You rest easy now, Merlin, and know that you will be forever remembered here.
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
Cipher User is Offline
Posts: 367
Gresham/Portland Oregon(e)
18 Apr 2008 12:32 AM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the families and friends of our hero.  People forget the sacrifices our men and women of our military make to protect this great country of ours, it's people and it's constitution.  
I will not forget and do my best to remind others to remember!
Q
sneakysnake User is Offline
Posts: 3910
Panama City, Fl.
20 Apr 2008 7:08 AM Alert 
Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the German family. Our Nation has lost a true HERO. God bless you. May he rest in eternal peace.
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James Davis
Dixie Region Captain
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, TN
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!

Freedom~Justice~Brotherhood
Starbike User is Offline
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Proud Florida PGR Member, Medic, Mentor, and Ride Captain from Groveland, Florida
20 Apr 2008 8:17 AM Alert 

My sincere gratitude for the military service, bravery, and personal sacrifice of Sgt. Merlin German---Stand Down Sir---Your Watch Is Now Complete---May You Forever Rest In Peace.

My sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Sgt. Merlin---your loved one is a True American Hero and will not be forgotten by many grateful Americans or the Patriot Guard Riders.

(((SALUTE)))

Standing by in Groveland Florida.


Terry "starbike" Hanifin
Riding In Memory Of My Parents---1st. Lt. Elizabeth L. Hanifin and 1st. Lt. Robert W. Hanifin

PGR member along with both of my brothers:
Sgt. Robert C. Hanifin USAF 64-68 and Patriot Guard Rider
Sgt. David P. Hanifin USAF 70-74 and Patriot Guard Rider

Standing the flagline in memory of FL PGR SRC Jack "jackloc" Loken, Jr.
And GA PGR SRC Mike "deltoid" Bland
nb_mitch User is Offline
Posts: 263
Clermont, FL
20 Apr 2008 10:47 AM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the families and friends of your hero. I am so sorry to read about your loss. Merlin has done his job and moved on to a place without pain. It will be my honor to stand in respect of this great hero at Bushnell FNC this week.
Semper Fi,

Mitch
2006 Triumph Daytona 675
USMC 1977-1983
Twowheeler User is Offline
Posts: 300
Florida PGR Mentor Largo, FL
20 Apr 2008 10:51 AM Alert 
My sincere, heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Merlin German. Merlin, I don't have the words to adaquately express my gratitude for your brave and Heroic service to our nation. You will always be remembered for your courage and for the great sacrifice that you have made.

Stending by in Largo, FL
USN 1959-1963
Susan Sturgis User is Offline
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Bear, DE
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20 Apr 2008 11:54 AM Alert 
UPDATE: for Memorial Service and Interment in FL Nat'l Cemetery
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gatorharley User is Offline
Posts: 100
Space Coast, FL
20 Apr 2008 3:54 PM Alert 
My most sincere condolances to the family & friends of Sgt German. May you now rest in peace.
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Billboy User is Offline
Posts: 316
Webster, Fl.
20 Apr 2008 5:36 PM Alert 
My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of, Sgt. Merlin German, USMC, You will not be forgotten,May you rest in Peace and God be with you.Thank you for your Service, It will be my Honor to stand for this Great Hero.

Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Nam Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, Fl.
CarlS User is Offline
Posts: 2437
Florida State Captain Altamonte Springs, FL
20 Apr 2008 6:51 PM Alert 
I have no words that can express my compassion and empathy for the family of Sergeant German. You and and this nation have lost a hero, an example of the best in America. May God give you comfort, consolation and strength as you walk this terrible road.

To Sgt German, you are a true American hero and an exemplary example of America's finest. Thank for serving this great nation and for putting it all on the line for our freedom and the freedom of others. Godspeed and rest in peace. You will never be forgotten.
CarlS
US Army
1966-2000

CarlS@patriotguard.org
386-793-0030


Gold Star & Blue Star Dad
Riding in loving memory of CW2 Justin S Swofford
PGRLabLuvr User is Offline
Posts: 7724
Bonita Springs, FL

Ride Captain
20 Apr 2008 9:55 PM Alert 
My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this SGT Merlin German. Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.

Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit as you Stand in Respect for this True American Hero.
Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015

Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh



Standing the Flagline in Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell

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~Ayn Rand
cat1948 User is Offline
Posts: 380
Alpharetta GA
20 Apr 2008 10:32 PM Alert 
My sincerest condolences to the loss of your son. My prayers are with you and your family. Stand down Brother - mission done. Thank you for the service.
Sgt. JB - "Cat"
Vietnam - 1968-1970
82nd Airborne
Patriot Guard Rider
harleyriderone User is Offline
Posts: 144
Rapid River, MI and Lake Worth, FL.




21 Apr 2008 12:00 AM Alert 
Deep sorrow over the loss of this fighting spirit and American Hero, Sgt. Merlin German.
In his 22 years, he accomplished a lot even in his final years of suffering. His memory will live on forever.
Thank you Merlin for everything. I'm sure the angels have led you into paradise and the
right hand of God for eternity.
Al Salmi
Lake Worth FL & Rapid River MI
R/C - Central U.P. of MI

"Always Riding With Respect" - In honor of my Air Force pilot son, Capt. Brad and Army son Major Mike....BOTH Iraqi War Veterans.
Jasper54 User is Offline
Posts: 5343
Columbus, Ohio




21 Apr 2008 4:27 AM Alert 
Words alone cannot express the heartbreaking pride and gratitude I feel for our American Armed Forces Hero's who have suffered so much pain and ultimately sacraficed their very lives for their love and dedication to our country and our way of life.  I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Marine Corps Cpl. Merlin German who has made that ULTIMATE SACRAFICE of his Life while defending our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Iraq.  I pray that the Lord is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace, Love and the Understanding that surpasses ALL understanding, as you lay your loved one to rest.

SEMPER-FI MARINE
Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 KJV

GySgt. Roger Casto, US Marine Corps, Retired 1972-1992;
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
United Christian Faith Ministries Chaplain
Christian Motorcycle Association, Life Member

Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart.
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
And ALL of our Military Men and Women from ALL Wars who have answered that call and have paid the ULTIMATE PRICE in the battle to defend our nation.
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