cryowen 
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| 03 Oct 2008 7:47 AM |
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Gary, I hope you and Mike have been able to hook up and please let him know how much I miss and love him. I promise I will do my best here to help Sarah through this long path of grief. You were always good at putting a smile on my face I'll miss you.
Crystal Owen
Honored wife of SSG Michael G. Owen
9th PSYOP
KIA 15 OCT 2004 Iraq
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sdoise
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Kinder, La.
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| 03 Oct 2008 10:41 AM |
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I convey my heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of SFC Gary J. Vasquez 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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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 3852
Lexington, NC
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| 03 Oct 2008 1:02 PM |
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SFC Gary J. Vasquez earned my respect and gratitude when he volunteered to serve our country. His efforts to make the world a safer place will be remembered with honor and appreciation by this American family.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. You will remain in my prayers as the family of a hero. Thank you for the precious sacrifice - your beloved Gary - that you have given to America. We are, and always will be, grateful.
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Living in the Land of the Free
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Calling Fox
Posts: 888
Emerson, IA
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| 03 Oct 2008 8:26 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, on or off duty, 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.
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Madghost
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| 03 Oct 2008 9:24 PM |
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| Rest easy, sleep well my brother
Know the line has held, your job is done.
Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell,
The line has held.
Peace, peace, and farewell! |
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Paul.S.Kocic
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| 04 Oct 2008 6:15 AM |
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Words cannot begin to heal the hurt I know you feel, but I hope they bring you some degree of comfort in this difficult time. As a nation we mourn with you at the loss of your son and enjoy our freedoms because of the selfless sacrifice of brave men who answer the call when we need them most. Thank you for your service and sacrfice. May GOD hold you in his tender hands now and forever more.
Paul Kocic
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ivetret
Posts: 2447
Shermer, IL
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| 04 Oct 2008 6:30 PM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family of SFC Gary J. Vasquez. I appreciate all of his contributions to our country and may there be a special place for him in heaven. All gave some and some gave all. He gave his 'all' so young. I will never forget. |
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“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
[Eleanor Roosevelt]
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catbrooks
Posts: 1787
Lake Mary, FL
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| 04 Oct 2008 8:25 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. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.
SFC Gary Vasquez, 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
KIA 02/14/07 Baquaba Iraq |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 8993
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 04 Oct 2008 10:22 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sfc. Gary J. Vasquez. 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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Sandy9999
Posts: 1370
Westminster, MD
Ride Captain
Forum Moderator
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| 04 Oct 2008 10:27 PM |
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
TOU Enforcement Agent
ASA"Brat" - (Army Security Agency)
In God they trusted, all others they monitored... |
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casper1115
Posts: 337
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| 04 Oct 2008 11:34 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of SSFC Gary J. Vasquez. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
Kentucky PGR Rides with Respect !
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FirstShirt33rdBde
Posts: 29
Sycamore, Illinois
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| 05 Oct 2008 5:41 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with the family of SFC Gary J. Vasquez. Thank you for your service. Rest easy now. We have the watch. |
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Strength and Honor
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13
Riding in Memory of:
Airman William "BILL" Gist
Unites States Air Force
"Hook Up and Hold On"
Riding in Honor of:
My Son, SGT Michael J. Stuckert Jr. On his 3rd deployment. Currently in Afghanistan with B Company, 1/178th Infantry, 33rd BCT, Illinois National Guard
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Go Army
Posts: 338
Rolling Meadows, Ill.
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| 05 Oct 2008 8:03 PM |
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My family and I offer our most sincere thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Gary.
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Bob Smith
Sgt. Army 63-69
VietNam Vet
"The moon gives you light,
And the bugles and the drums give you music;
And my heart, O my soldiers, my veterans,
My heart gives you love."
Walt Whitman-Drum Taps
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sdm454
Posts: 47
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| 06 Oct 2008 11:23 AM |
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My deepest condolences and prayers to the family and friends of SFC Gary J.Vasquez.I am so grateful for your service to our country and for a job well done so go rest in peace in Gods care now.You are a true Hero and shall never be forgotten.
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ivetret
Posts: 2447
Shermer, IL
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| 06 Oct 2008 4:49 PM |
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Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has issued a proclamation that all state facilities fly the United States flag
and the State flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral of every fallen
Illinois resident serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who is killed in the line of duty
Governor's Proclamations:
* From Sunrise, Thursday, October 9, 2008 until
Sunset, Saturday, October 11, 2008. on behalf of
SFC Gary J. Vasquez
United States Army
HOMETOWN: Highland, Illinois
http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/PressReleasesListShow.cfm?RecNum=7196 |
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“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
[Eleanor Roosevelt]
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fueler
Posts: 1322
St. Louis, Mo
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| 06 Oct 2008 5:31 PM |
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SFC Vasquez,
Thank you for your service to the Great Country. You are a true American Hero and you will not be forgotten. Rest now your mission is thur.
May God be with the family and freinds during this time. |
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carlosgirona
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| 06 Oct 2008 8:48 PM |
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Gary, I know you can hear me! I took you to the Sgt board. You made me proud! I tried to keep you in the Scouts but you would have none of it! SF was the only way. Long hair but lookin Strack. The only way!
1st of the 17th Cavalry, Fort Bragg, AIRBORNE (GROUND RECON) is what we shared. Jumping out of high speed aircraft and landing hard just to say we ain't scared. No fear of the Blue Sky for we have Wings of Silk. 500 feet AGL, drop the reserve, no need! Hope you don't bounce too hard my friend cause I need you in the fight. Look after our Airborne Brothers sitting at your side for I know they Love You as do I! Airborne my Brother, ALL THE WAY!!!
With Love
Your Airborne Brother
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mpainter
Posts: 262
Chatsworth, GA
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| 07 Oct 2008 7:52 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of SFC Gary J. Vasquez. I am eternally grateful for your military service and the ultimate sacrifice you made defending this nation. Stand down Soldier, your mission is complete. You will not be forgotten.
Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called sons of GOD. – Matthew 5:9
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Mark Painter
Sergeant - US Army 1985-1992
D Co, 2nd Bn, 69th Armor Reg, 197th Inf. Bde.
Operation Desert Shield/Storm 1990-1991
Firefighter 1999-2002
Murray Co. Fire Dept.
RIDING IN MEMORY OF....ALL of those who serve, and those who serve no more
Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called sons of GOD. – Matthew 5:9 |
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Backroad
Posts: 222
Aurora, IL
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| 07 Oct 2008 8:41 AM |
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| Deepest sympathies to Gary's family and friends. And my sincere appreciation for Gary's committment and dedication to our country.
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"God grants liberty only to those who love it and are always ready to defend it." Daniel Webster |
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wwr2
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| 07 Oct 2008 9:31 AM |
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My deepest sincere to family and friends of SFC Gary J. Vasquez
Thank you for your service to Our Country
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3370
Conroe,Texas
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| 07 Oct 2008 10:51 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sfc.Gary J. Vasquez ,Thanks for being one of our greatest 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."
Paul E. Babb Sr.
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC. |
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Military Sniper
Posts: 258
OFallon, MO
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| 07 Oct 2008 1:18 PM |
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| My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of SFC Vasquez. Always know he gave his best to fight for the freedom some take for granted. I am proud to call him a brother. I salute you!
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jalger
Posts: 721
Crystal Lake, IL.
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| 07 Oct 2008 7:43 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of SFC Gary Vasquez.
Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
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Big Joe
Crystal Lake, IL.
Ride Captain Warrior's Watch
www.warriorswatch.org
All gave some.
Some gave all.
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Annette
Posts: 676
Davenport, Ia
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| 08 Oct 2008 5:24 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC Gary J. Vasquez. |
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'No Greater Love is this that a man is willing to lay down his life for another.' Only two men were willing to sacrifice their lives for us-Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. Neither of which can ever fully be repaid.
Thank you for your Service and my Freedoms. Your sacrifices will never go unnoticed. I am grateful to live in a country made up of volunteers like you. Your choice to protect our Nation and put your self on the line can never be repaid.
Semper Fi (for you Dad),
Annette 'Patches" Wood
In memory of my father USMC LCPL William S. Wood
Proud daughter of a USMC Korea War Veteran
Patriot Guard Rider Member
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
American Legion Womens Auxillary member
All Era Veterans Healing Field committee member
Proud and grateful to honor our Veterans
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good hands
Posts: 140
Naperville
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| 08 Oct 2008 9:44 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the friends and family of SFC Gary; Vasquez. Thank you for his service and ultimate sacrafice, it will not be forgotten. May fond memories ease your pain.
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Doug Askren
US Army 1970-1972
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