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sig22 
Posts: 4147
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain - Retired
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| 20 Jun 2008 4:21 PM |
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I send my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Hospitalman Marc A. Retmier. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Godspeed Marc.....Godspeed..... |
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Bobbie Bilotta
Sig22@patriotguard.org
RIDING IN LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR TN member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR GA Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
PGR FL Senior Ride Captain Jack "Jacklok" Loken - 20 Oct 2007
"Take care, ride safe"
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1armymom
Posts: 983
Virginia Beach, VA
VA State HOTH Coordinator
VA D5 Ride Captain UI
User Accounts Support Team
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| 20 Jun 2008 4:46 PM |
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To the family and loved ones of HN Marc A. Retmier,
It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences upon the loss of your Hero, who gave his all in the fight for freedom, and in the defense of his brothers and our grateful nation. May God give you strength until you meet again.
HN Retmier,
May God protect and guide your fellow warriors as they carry on without you; and bestow unto them, courage and strength to travel this most difficult path. I pray The Lord will grant your brothers the grace and perseverance to see the mission through.
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime, with intense gratitude.
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Honor Our Armed Services, Pay It Forward!
Proud Mom of U.S. Army SSG Worrell, 702 BSB 4B/2ID Stryker Brigade Combat Team
3 Time Blue Star Mom ~ OIF
Forum Moderator: WWW.STRYKERNEWS.COM
DAR, Blue Star Mothers Inc.,
Virginia State HOTH Coordinator, Virginia Patriot Guard, District 5 'Hampton Roads', Ride Captain UI,
Honor and Remember, VA State Chapter, Sergeant-At-Arms
"Who kept the faith and fought the fight;
The glory theirs, the duty ours."~Wallace Bruce
"For the whole earth is the tomb of famous men; not only are they commemorated by columns and inscriptions, but there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them,
graven not on stone but in the hearts of men." ~Pericles (c. 600 B.C.)
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ruggedSHORT1
Posts: 3
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| 20 Jun 2008 4:48 PM |
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Thank you for the sacrifice and you will never be forgotten. My prayers go to the family.
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FLBATFISH
Posts: 1063
FONTANA CA, & LAS VEGAS NV.
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| 20 Jun 2008 5:10 PM |
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Final Itinerary:
This will be a two-part mission.
Part one
On Tuesday 24 June 2008 The PGR will be present to welcome home HN Retmier at March Air Reserve Base. We will then escort him 55 miles to Pacific View Memorial Park 3500 Pacific View Drive Corona del Mar CA 92625
Part-one timetable:
1030 Stage at Ritchie’s Diner 22380 Cactus Ave Moreno Valley Ca.
1045 Mission Briefing
1100 Await Aircraft arrival and escort
All persons with Base Access will enter March and greet the Aircraft and escort HN Retmier to the Main Gate. All others will wait at Ritchie’s and Pick up the escort as it leaves March for the trip to Pacific View. Upon arrival the PGR will form a Flag line as HN Retmier is taken into Pacific View.
Part two:
On 25 June 2008 Services and Military Honors will be given at Pacific View. The PGR will form a flag line as HN Retmier’s Family arrives.
Following the services the PGR will escort Marc from the Chapel to his final resting place for Military Honors.
Part-two timetable:
0930 Stage at Pacific View Memorial Park 3500 Pacific View Drive Corona del Mar CA
0945 Mission Briefing
1000 Flag line
1200 Estimated escort for Military Honors
Gunny will R/C both parts.
Please feel free attend any portion of this mission you can.
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. If this will be your first mission, dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage. The weather is expected to be hot so please watch out for each other and keep hydrated.
Please monitor this thread by checking the “Email me when someone replies to this thread “ bug for last minute changes.
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Craig H Donor
GY SGT USMC (ret)
So Cal State Captain
909 208 7703
There are a thousand things I'd rather do.
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sdoise
Posts: 8050
Kinder, La.
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| 20 Jun 2008 8:08 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the Friends and family of HN Marc A. Retmier and my sincere appreciation of his military service and ultimate sacrifice to preserve our way of life. May he rest in peace. |
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Schelly "Toro"
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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Calling Fox
Posts: 888
Emerson, IA
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| 20 Jun 2008 8:20 PM |
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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.
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Jim Kearney Jr
Gold Star Dad
TSGT USAF/ANG (Ret) Vietnam Era
Western Iowa Chapter ALR
"You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life." Winston Churchill.
"Nothing is more devisive than the hyphen." John Wayne |
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aoop
Posts: 3139
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 20 Jun 2008 8:34 PM |
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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. |
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Bluejeans92126
Posts: 154
San Diego, CA
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| 21 Jun 2008 12:58 PM |
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"Their's not to make reply, Their's not to reason why, Their's but to do and die."
"The Charge of the Light Brigade" Tennyson
My heart-felt condolences to the family and friends of HN Marc Retmier. We live in the Land of the free, because of the Brave! May you all find peace with time. Fair Wind and Following Seas. I salute you.
Standing by in San Diego to honor this American Hero.
Bruce aka Bluejeans PO2 United States Navy 1963-1977
Patriot Guard Riders "Standing For Those Who Stood For Us"
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Goddy
Posts: 66
San Diego, CA.
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| 21 Jun 2008 12:59 PM |
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Thank you for your service, HN Marc Retmier, and my condolences to your familly and friends.
Goddy,
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PopPop
Posts: 0
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| 21 Jun 2008 1:57 PM |
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Thank you Marc for your faithful and dedicated service to this great country, helping to preserve the freedom and liberties we have come to expect and enjoy! Rest easy Son, your mission is complete! My sincere condolences to the family and friends of HN Retmier, may God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time!
Rest In Peace my Friend!! |
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jaykay100
Posts: 4
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| 21 Jun 2008 2:38 PM |
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My somber thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Hospitalman Marc A. Retmier. He joins the band of brothers who gave their lives and whom I believe shall forever rest in peace.
Never forget that they sacrificed their lives to make it possible for us fortunate ones to live in peace.
Let's try to live in a way that will respect and honor Marc and the rest of those those who died in our place.
I salute you brother.
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cashmb
Posts: 15
China Lake California
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| 21 Jun 2008 4:25 PM |
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| Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Hospitalman Marc Retmier. May the Lord grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
If my CO grants me leave for the 24th, I plan to depart at 0700 from Naval Warfare Weapons Center China Lake CA. Heading south on 395 to the 15 then 15 to the 215. I have base access to March AFB. If someone wants to meet up with me on the way down let me know.
PaPa Mike
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PaPa Mike
Naval Air Systems Command
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jblock9907
Posts: 123
Beaumont, CA
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| 21 Jun 2008 6:29 PM |
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| Our symphythies to the Retmier family during this trying time. Thank you sailor. |
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gumijagr
Posts: 2176
Covina, California
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| 22 Jun 2008 12:09 AM |
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| HN Marc A. Retmier Thank you for defending this great nation. . You will not be forgotten! Our Prayers are with the family and friends |
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Riding in Honor of my Brother John: 2nd Marine Division, 24th Marine Amphibious Unit out of Camp LeJune, North Carolina over a year in Beruit Lebanon during the October 23rd, 1983 attack. Also in Memory of my Father: WWll Veteran Navy Phillipines |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5755
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 22 Jun 2008 6:52 AM |
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HN Retmier,
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
Sr. NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"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
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Candelario
Posts: 323
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| 22 Jun 2008 3:16 PM |
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HN Retmier; Thank you for your unselfish love for your country. You are a true American hero. My condolences and prayers are with your family, may the Lord God comfort them and soothe the hearts of all who knew and loved you.
Stand Down Sailor, your mission is complete...
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auctionchase
Posts: 189
Fountain Inn, SC
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| 22 Jun 2008 4:16 PM |
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| Our deepest sympathy to the family of HN Marc Retmier. Thank you for your service and bravery. You will never be forgotten. |
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auctionchase
Posts: 189
Fountain Inn, SC
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| 22 Jun 2008 4:16 PM |
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| Our deepest sympathy to the family of HN Marc Retmier. Thank you for your service and bravery. You will never be forgotten. |
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johntrib
Posts: 197
So Cal Regional Ride Captain
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| 22 Jun 2008 5:48 PM |
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My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Marc Retmier. My family and I are grateful for the protection you provided our liberty and freedoms we enjoy - thank you! I will be there to stand for you.
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JetWing
American Legion Riders - 777
American Legion - 262
GWRRA - CA-1M
Riding in memory of
Vance Tribbett, Lt Cmdr, USN, WWII
Ron Zwolinski, Lt Col, USAF, VN
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CrazyCorpsman
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| 22 Jun 2008 8:56 PM |
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Rest in Peace, Doc!
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of HN Retmier. Your sacrifice for our country will NEVER be forgotten. Know that if I was in California, I would be there to welcome you home.
I will be standing in honor with my brothers and sisters this Thursday for Petty Officer Tolles, here in Michigan. You will most certainly be in my thoughts and prayers!
HM1(FMF) Brian Schmock
USN
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Spicer
Posts: 58
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| 22 Jun 2008 9:29 PM |
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Hn Retmier You are one great American
And a TRUE AMERICAN HERO,
Never ,and I mean never to be forgotten, so help me GOD
All gave some ,some gave all.
Hn Retmier gave ALL, and this country grieves. I owe you a debt that I can never re -pay .I did not get to thank you here on earth,but when I see you in Heaven , I will make sure to thank you then.
HE IS HOME
HE IS AT PEACE
THANK GOD
HN Retmier has fought the good fight,and thats right ,.somethings are worth fighting for.Your mission is complete,
I honor you and I salute you. Thanks for standing for what you think is right. (FREEDOM)
Standing by in Ohio with a heavy heart, I will be there in spirt
I will remember family and friends in PRAYER
GOD BLESS AMERICA
ONE NATION UNDER GOD
Greg Spicer (hamilton Ohio)
REST IN PEACE YOUNG SOLDIER
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Rich Blackaby
Posts: 150
Riverside, Ca
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| 22 Jun 2008 9:57 PM |
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To the Families and Comrades of HN Marc A. Retmier. It is always sad to hear that another one of our Great Warriors has been taken from us at such a young age. Rest in the knowledge that Marc A. Retmier was doing what he wanted to do. We are eternally gratefull to his dedication and committment to serve his Country and protect the Freedoms that we enjoy. His truly a Hero in my eyes. I will never forget his gift to me. FREEDOM Thank You
Rich Blackaby
PGR #: 139413
V.P. 4th Inf Div Assn So Calif Chapter
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God and Country/Steadfast and Loyal
Richard "Rich" Blackaby (Sgt. "B")
Pres. Calif. Chapter of 4th Infantry Division Assn.
Past 1st Vice Commander - American Legion Post 79, Riverside, Ca (2008-09)
Honor Guard, Team 12 RNC
PGR #: 139413 "Honor Man"
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1445
Warner Robins, GA Ride Captain Southwest Region
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| 23 Jun 2008 4:56 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Retmier family and friends in the loss of Marc. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Marc served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself. |
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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
I suppose, in a way, this has become part of my soul. It is a symbol of my life. Whatever I have done that really matters, I've done wearing it. When the time comes, it will be in this that I journey forth. What greater honor could come to an American, and a soldier?
Douglas MacArthur
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 23 Jun 2008 7:14 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of HN Marc A. Retmier. 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, Marc.
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.
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blairski5
Posts: 24
Hemet, CA
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| 23 Jun 2008 10:28 AM |
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Dan and Kim Blair
Blue Star Parents
Cpl. JP Blair, USMC, 2 tours in the sandbox
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