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Subject: Micheal Droke, Marine, Vietnam Veteran, Elgin, OK, MAY 08

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aoop User is Offline
Posts: 2428
Vidor, Orange County, TX




13 May 2008 8:26 AM Alert 
Thank You Marine.

James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Iraq?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms.
beechers User is Offline
Posts: 273
Orlando, FL




14 May 2008 9:22 AM Alert 

My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Michael Droke, USMC Vietnam Veteran. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mr. Droke, I salute you. Rest in peace! We will not forget.

__________________________________________________________________________


Paul (Wheel’er)
U. S. Army
3rd Infantry
M. D. W.
1969 – 1971



To stand then as to stand now is rightly deemed an honor.

"Wookie" User is Offline
Posts: 1119
Olympia, WA




14 May 2008 12:44 PM Alert 
Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Micheal Droke!
Our heartfelt Prayers for Comfort and Strength during this time
of Remembrance for your Loved One !
We “Thank You” for a Hero who has served us so faithfully!

Respectfully,

John"Wookie"Enoch
Ape User is Offline
Posts: 430
Owasso




14 May 2008 9:27 PM Alert 
My condolences to the Family and friends of Micheal Droke. THANK YOU, SIR for all you have given for myself, my family and our country! We owe you and your family a debt that may never be fully repaid! May God Bless and give strength to your Family during their time of Sorrow.
You have gone beyond the call of Duty to Serve this Country.
Rest in Peace Soldier.
Now it is our turn to serve You.
You Will Never Be Forgotten !

Look around and see what America's Soldiers have given you, then look around to see what you have given them.
Ape 2-15-07 PGR 853

RIDING WITH RESPECT!

Riding in Honor of my Cousin, SGT. Joe Cook, U.S. Army, 2/69 AR, 2 tours,Iraq.
My Bro-n-Law, SMSgt. Darrin Sutterfield, 332EAMXS/138FW Viper-EAMU.
My Uncle, ACT2 Lloyd Drain, Navy, U.S.S. Bennington '62.
Slowhand User is Offline
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain




15 May 2008 9:15 PM Alert 
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Michael Droke in this very sad time in your lives. 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 debt that can never be repaid. We 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. I thank you for 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.

Russ "Slowhand"




lonetexan2u User is Offline
Posts: 900
Phelan, Ca. High Desert




16 May 2008 1:50 AM Alert 
My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Micheal Droke! "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand here in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given! SEMPER FI MARINE”

Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777

Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman Recruit USAF, Calif.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas

Riding in Memory of:
My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas
Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam , Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history
Geezer Glide 2001 User is Offline
Posts: 1374
Conroe,Texas




16 May 2008 10:15 PM Alert 
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Micheal Droke,Thanks for being one of our heroes. 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 ( Ret. LEO )
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.
papajonohio User is Offline
Posts: 1043
Swanton, Ohio




18 May 2008 9:02 AM Alert 
I wish to express my condolences and my great admiration and thanks for the character that is embodied in a person who is willing to serve our country and dedicate a precious portion of their life to freedom. Michael has left a mark on our world and in our hearts. As a fellow Vietnam vet he was my brother and he will truly be missed.

"Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved."
Helen Keller
redds2 User is Offline
Posts: 164




19 May 2008 1:21 PM Alert 
SEMPER FI MARINE YOU HAVE EARNED THAT TITLE FOR EVER WE MAY HAVE CROSSED PATHS IN COUNTRY BUT FOR SURE WE WILL STAND ONCE AGAIN IN THE YELLOW FOOT PRINTS WE WENT AS FRIENDS AND CAME HOME BROTHERS

PROUD MEMBER OF THE PATRIOT GUARD RIDER OF PA 006

PROUD MEMBER OF THE BROTHERS OF FLIGHT 93''

MARINE 1964==1968 A==1==9 AND STILL WALKING

REDDS2 PHILLY P[A AN AMERICAN TILL I DIE
rockerat User is Offline
Posts: 12
Kennet Square




20 May 2008 4:14 PM Alert 
Another veteran to be sorely missed. Your watch is done, rest well.

"The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing." - Albert Einstein
Daryl User is Offline
Posts: 726
Phoenix, AZ




23 May 2008 8:03 PM Alert 
It is with a heavy heart that I pass on my condolences to you and your family. Your loved one will not be forgotten. Our brothers-at-arms will continue the good fight until we bring all our people home. Fellow Veteran, 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. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.

Vaya con Dios Mi Hermano!


US Army, Retired
Carpe Diem!
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