SClaus 
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Snellville, Georgia
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| It is with the utmost respect that I offer my condolences to the family of a true American Hero. Brock, may you rest in the knowledge that your duty was well done and you have the gratitude of an entire nation for your sacrifice and your service. I know that you will now be in the company of your fellow veterans who have gone before you and who will welcome you at the Gates upon your arrival. Stand down now and know that we will carry on your legacy of freedom for all our citizens. To your family and friends I ask that God comfort them now in their time of despair and remain with them as they adjust to their loss. |
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Rick “Claus” Hyman
Honored Flag Holder
GA Ride Captain
Vietnam 1967-68
Blue Star Dad
I am Standing the Line for those Patriots who came before us and those yet to come.
“But to the hero, when his sword
Has won the battle for the free,
Thy voice sounds like a prophet's word,
And in its hollow tones are heard
The thanks of millions yet to be”.
I ride in honor of my Dad, Sgt. Warren G. Hyman, 3rd Battalion, 22nd Regiment, Co. K, 6th Marine’s, WWII and for my Son, Maj. Richard W. Hyman, Jr., USAF currently defending our freedom.
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jwan555
Posts: 485
Georgia Ride Captain Calhoun, Ga
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| 12 Jul 2009 4:28 PM |
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| Vicki and I send our sincere condolences to the family and friends of SGT Brock Chavers. May God comfort you.
Thank you SGT Chavers for your service. We will never forget the sacrifice you have made in defending and protecting our freedom. You Sir are a true American Hero
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Jim Warren
Ga Ride Captain
Proud Blue Star Parents:
SSgt Jacob Lane Warren
1343rd Chemical Co
Alabama Army National Guard
Iraqi Freedom March 04 to March 05
Deployed 7/09 for second tour
GEORGIA PGR . . .PART OF IT . . .PROUD Of IT !!!
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JayDub
Posts: 2206
Ride Captain Norcross, Georgia
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| 12 Jul 2009 9:56 PM |
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It is with great sadness that I plan to attend the farewell services of another Fallen Georgia Son. I will humbly stand with sincere reverence to honor the ultimate sacrifice this American Hero has given in service to a grateful Nation. My heart is heavy as I offer condolences to Sgt Chavers family.
Godspeed Sgt Brock Chavers
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Jeff 'JayDub' Goodiel
Assistant State Captain
Metro Atlanta Region
Georgia State Ride Captain
404-444-4770
Georgia PGR..... Part of it.......Proud of it!!
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GaTankMom
Posts: 590
Powder Springs, GA
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| 12 Jul 2009 10:01 PM |
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| My heart breaks for the family and friends of Sgt Brock Chavers. I am so sorry for your loss and share in your sorrow. I am ever grateful to Sgt Chavers for his service to our country. Rest in peace, Sgt Chavers. |
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Carol Dzurenko
Proud Blue Star Mother to Sgt Christopher Strozier, 1st AD, Hohenfels Germany, currently in Afghanistan.
In honor of my Dad, Earl S. Kinnear, Korean War Veteran and my late Dad-in-law, Mike Dzurenko Sr., Korean War Veteran.
Remember the men and women who stand in the gap between the free world and those who wish to destroy it. Bless those who serve, those who have served, and most especially those who never return. |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5273
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 13 Jul 2009 2:02 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF OEF VETERAN SGT. BROCK H. CHAVERS (GAANG). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE BROCK. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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patchworksmin
Posts: 1360
Forum Moderator Lyerly, Georgia
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| 13 Jul 2009 6:48 AM |
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To the family and friends of SGT. Chavers, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very hard and sad time in your lives. Just wanted you to know that you are not by yourselves. We are here to help any way we can.
SGT. Chavers, stand down. Your tour of duty here is over. Take your place besides all of those who have gone before you.
Jan and Joe Johnson
Lyerly, Ga.
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Jan Johnson
Proud Gold and Blue Star Mom of:
SPC. Justin W. Johnson-KIA Iraq- 04/10/04
SSG. Joshua D. Johnson- OEF veteran
706-266-1448
Georgia Ride Captain
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BENDUSTY
Posts: 55
Watkinsville, GA
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| 13 Jul 2009 8:16 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers go to the family and friends of SGT. Brock H. Chavers. You are a true hero, your service to our country and the state of Georgia will not go unnoticed. I salute you.
MSG (ret) US ARMY
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Lillefty
Posts: 3
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| 13 Jul 2009 2:30 PM |
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i'm very sorry to learn that SGT Chavers was killed. I listened to comments made about sgt Chavers by his teachers, his coach community. The words of a song came to my mind at that time, ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG. He died for a cause he believed in. He fought the good fight and now rests from his labors for which he will richly be rewarded by his father in heaven. Our prayers are with his family and many friends.
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RedThreat600RR
Posts: 1977
GA Ride Captain 11/11/06 - Present Savannah, GA
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| 13 Jul 2009 2:47 PM |
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| Update: Airport arrival will be Wednesday July 15. We expect arrival between 0915 and 1000, but will post again with time and staging info when we know more. |
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Assistant State Captain (SE)
When you come to the edge of
All the light you know
And are about to step off
Into the darkness of the unknown
Faith is knowing one of two things
will happen:
There will be something solid
to stand on
Or you will be taught how to fly.
In Memory of LtCol Chris Smisson. Aviator and Friend.
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dean50124
Posts: 66
Jasper,Georgia
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| 13 Jul 2009 4:22 PM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of SGT Chavers. I appreciate his service and his sacrifice. You are in my prayers. |
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Gold Star Mother
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SGT David S. Collins
Georgia PGR...and proud of it |
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Olden Gray
Posts: 25
Rome, GA
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| 13 Jul 2009 6:45 PM |
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| Thank you Sgt. Chavers for your sacrifice for my freedom. May God Bless your family and keep them in his comforting arms. You, Sir; are a true American Hero. |
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HDCraig
Posts: 534
Upland, CA
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| 13 Jul 2009 6:47 PM |
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| I am sending my sincere condolences to the family and friends of SGT. Brock H. Chavers. You have lost a loved one and America has lost a hero. Thank you for your service to this great Nation of ours. You will not be forgotten. You stood for us, now it is time for us to stand for you. |
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Craig "HDCraig" Breskin
Upland, CA
Army NG Veteran
3rd Battalion 144th Field Artillery(Loud & Proud)
Proud Patriot Guard Member!!!
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Chapter 777
Riding In Honor of:
Philip J Breskin (USN/Korean War) Father
Dave Edney (USA/Vietnam War) Friend
Riding in Memory of:
Norman Breskin (USN/WWII) MIA/Uncle My namesake
Herman Borkin (USA/WWII) Uncle
Jack Borkin (USA/WWII) Uncle |
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RIDEN4HIM
Posts: 2073
Brevard, NC
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| 14 Jul 2009 8:17 AM |
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| Our prayers and thoughts are with the family of Brock H. Chavers. May God bless and keep you in this time of sorrow. |
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In memory of:
Jesse Lee Ashe, Veteran, WWII, US Navy (Brother)
Harold W. Owen, Veteran, WWII US Army (Brother-n-law)
John Edward Ashe, USAF Veteran, Korean War(Brother)
To honor our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Paul & Rowena Ashe
Brevard, NC
Patriot Guard Riders
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Clocklady
Posts: 54
Savannah, GA
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| 14 Jul 2009 1:57 PM |
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| To the family and friends of SGT. Brock H. Chavers we send our sincere condolences and appreciation for the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom that we prize so dearly. Words cannot describe the gratitude we owe. |
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Clocklady-Clockman
Savannah, Ga.
Georgia PGR....Part of it....Proud of it |
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patchworksmin
Posts: 1360
Forum Moderator Lyerly, Georgia
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| 14 Jul 2009 2:26 PM |
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Jan Johnson
Proud Gold and Blue Star Mom of:
SPC. Justin W. Johnson-KIA Iraq- 04/10/04
SSG. Joshua D. Johnson- OEF veteran
706-266-1448
Georgia Ride Captain
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Lillefty
Posts: 3
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| 14 Jul 2009 4:34 PM |
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| Sorry I could not be there for the escort at the airport. Had to work. I do plan on being there for the escort Saturday if there will be an escort. Standing ready for details. |
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Keith Mitchell
Posts: 64
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| 14 Jul 2009 5:52 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family of SGT. Brock H. Chavers. My deepest gratitude for his service for our United States of America. Because of him answering the call of duty, my family and I can live in a free nation. May GOD give peace to your family at this time of your loss.
Keith Mitchell (E-7)
WV PGR Ride Captain
130th AW/MXS
WV Air National Guard
Charleston, WV
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Deddlebug
Posts: 250
Bogart, Ga
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| 14 Jul 2009 7:48 PM |
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of SGT. Brock H. Chavers. Our condolences seem so little to offer in your time of grief, but please know that your pain is felt by this American family. May you Rest In Peace, SGT. Chavers, you are a true American Hero.
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Riding in Memory of...
George Jones Jr. (U.S.M.C., U.S. Army, GA.A.R.N.G. (1929 - 1997))
Ambrose Fabino (U.S. Military WW II
(1909 -1978))
Leslie "Happy" Phillips (U.S. Navy)
Robert A. Fabino ( U.S. Navy (1936 - 1993))
Deputy David Gilstrap (Oconee County Sherriff's Deputy)
Mike "Deltoid" Bland (USMC Ga. PGR RIDE CAPTAIN)
Thank you for your service & my Freedom
Terrance Fabino ( U.S. Air Force, Ill. National Guard, Chicago Police Dept. (Retired))
Arthur Fabino ( U.S. Air Force (Retired))
Gerald Colles (U.S. Navy Vietnam Vet)
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Dennis317
Posts: 2
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| 14 Jul 2009 8:50 PM |
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My prayers and deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of SGT. Brock H. Chavers, and my deepest thanks go to him for his service and sacrifice to our country. Semper Fidelis.
Dennis...
Blue Star parent of
LCpl Jon
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RedThreat600RR
Posts: 1977
GA Ride Captain 11/11/06 - Present Savannah, GA
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| 14 Jul 2009 9:25 PM |
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How do you say thank you to a family like the Chavers family? Where do you find the words?
What do you say to a family who has given so much more than their share?
There are Blue Star banners for families who have a member serving. Sometimes the Star is changed to Gold and that symbolizes that their loved one has left their all on the field of battle.
There are banners with two Blue Stars and sometimes a Blue and a Gold Star.
Loice Chavers' banner would have one Gold Star and four Blue Stars. Yes...four.
You see, when SGT Brock H Chavers paid it all on the field of battle in Afghanistan, two of his brothers were there with him. Yes...two. His bride also serves. His younger brother is in AIT.
With so many serving, how many birthdays have been missed? How many Thanksgivings have been on Tuesday? How many hours of sleep has SGT Chavers' mother lost over the past few months?
Brock Chavers knew what he was doing when he signed his name and raised his right hand. We were already at war and he was not the first one in his family to do so. He signed anyway.
He signed anyway.
My heart hurts because Brock Henry Chavers, Sr will be forever 25 years old. He won't see Brock, Jr start - and finish - school. He won't go to a basketball game in his alma mater's brand new building. He won't see his grandchildren born, He won't grow old with his bride. Brock Chavers knew this could happen...but he signed anyway.
How do you comfort a family whose young hero is forever 25, even as they lay him to rest on what should have been his 26th birthday?
As I sit here searching for words I don't think will come, I am reminded of the closing scene of Saving Private Ryan. In that scene, an elderly Ryan is at the grave of Captain Miller in Normandy. Tearfully, he asks his wife to tell him he is a good man and that he had lived a good life...that he was worthy of the sacrifices made for him. I hope that I will be found worthy of the sacrifices made for me by American Heroes like Brock H Chavers.
What do you say to the Chavers family? How do you repay them? How do you even make payments on a debt so huge?
I don't have the answer. All we can do is be there on Wednesday and on Saturday and on any day they need us...and remember that Brock Henry Chavers signed anyway. Rest in Peace, Soldier. And thank you. |
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Assistant State Captain (SE)
When you come to the edge of
All the light you know
And are about to step off
Into the darkness of the unknown
Faith is knowing one of two things
will happen:
There will be something solid
to stand on
Or you will be taught how to fly.
In Memory of LtCol Chris Smisson. Aviator and Friend.
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RedThreat600RR
Posts: 1977
GA Ride Captain 11/11/06 - Present Savannah, GA
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| 14 Jul 2009 9:37 PM |
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I received a message from a friend that I need to post here.
From Sarge Weir:
"I knew Sgt Chavers. I wish I could make the trip for his memorial. I saw you were one of the ride capts. Please pass my condolences to his family and let them know what an honor it was to serve with him. RIP to our brothers in arms."
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Assistant State Captain (SE)
When you come to the edge of
All the light you know
And are about to step off
Into the darkness of the unknown
Faith is knowing one of two things
will happen:
There will be something solid
to stand on
Or you will be taught how to fly.
In Memory of LtCol Chris Smisson. Aviator and Friend.
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Starbike
Posts: 1395
Groveland, FL
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| 15 Jul 2009 5:40 AM |
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My sincere gratitude for the military service, bravery, and personal sacrifice of SGT Brock Chavers --- May You Forever Rest In Peace Sir --- Your Watch Is Now Complete.
(((SALUTE)))
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of SGT Chavers --- your loved one is a True American Hero and will not be forgotten by many grateful Americans or the Patriot Guard Riders --- May God Bless You All.
Terry Hanifin
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Balls25
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| 15 Jul 2009 6:31 AM |
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| SGT. Brock H. Chavers: Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Upon arrival in Heaven you will recieve your final decoration, your eternal wings. Your memory will live on as will the goodness you gave our country. |
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Gapointman
Posts: 865
GA Ride Captain
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| 15 Jul 2009 8:33 PM |
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We all know the sacrifices that our soldiers make. SGT. Brock H. Chavers has made those sacrifices so that our world will be a better place. He made those sacrifices without any reservations. Now his friends and family must also make many sacrifices.
I am truly sorry for the pain that this family is going through. Please find some measure of comfort knowing that SGT. Brock H. Chavers will always be remembered as a true American Hero.
America is the greatest, most powerful nation in our world. The success of our nation can be contributed to two things. The compassion found in the hearts of America’s citizens and the unselfish conviction to doing what is right by America’s soldiers. An American soldier sets the bar for being compassionate, dedicated, professional, and sincere in doing his duty. There are three things that are important to American soldiers. Honor, sacrifice, and remembrance. SGT. Brock H. Chavers, you have exemplified honor with your actions, you have made the ultimate sacrifice for your nation, and you will always be remembered as a shining example of America’s best.
SGT. Brock H. Chavers, your war is over. You have fought a gallant battle. You have made a difference in the future of our nation and in our world. Rest easy my combat brother. Rest in peace.
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A person is not judged a Hero by the way he died-rather by the way he lived.
The price of freedom is visible at any Veteran's Hospital.
If you want to salute, or cover your heart with your hand, or just stand silently holding the flag, it's your choice. The only thing I request is that you do it in a respectful manner. I am a combat veteran. I served my country. I led young men and boys face to face in combat with their enemy. I also am a disabled veteran. War related. I have certainly earned the right to salute in a respectful manner but my salute is no more important than any nonveteran standing in our flag line. My love for America and my respect for our fallen warriors is no more or no less important than anyone else that comes to our PGR mission. I have fought for my country and I will continue to fight for the rights of every person that stands in our flag line.
Georgia PGR.... PART OF IT- PROUD OF IT!
If it's truly not about us, then it doesn't matter what logo we wear on our backs as long as we honor our warriors in a respectful manner.
If it takes a village to raise a child, then it should take the nation to honor it's warriors. |
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7196
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 16 Jul 2009 12:18 AM |
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BootLady
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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