trident_t150 
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| 25 Oct 2006 9:20 AM |
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| Our condolances to the family of another brave young Minnesotan. Standing by in SW Minnesota. |
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport, where a T33 was erected in memory of my first cousin and best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, who died in service to his country in 1978, and in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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dragonman
Posts: 156
Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 25 Oct 2006 10:07 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the Family, Friends, and Fellow Troops of this fine, Minnesota Warrior. May all the Warriors that proceeded him welcome him into their presence. I thank SSgt. Witte for ensuring that my freedoms remain intact, for me and future generations.
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
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jim.47
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| 25 Oct 2006 11:45 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family of Ssgt. Kevin Witte on you terrible loss. The loss of any of our young troops is bad, but losing another Mn. warrior is harder to take. Stand down Ssgt Witte, you've earned the rest brother. Job well done. Never forgotten. Hoooaahhh!!!
Jim Lewis ("Irish")
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grtipton1
Posts: 62
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| 25 Oct 2006 12:37 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the Witte family and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Stand down SSG Witte, your mission is complete. Job well done. You are an AMERICAN HERO.
Standing by in North Branch
Glen Tipton
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Glen Tipton
US Citizen by birth
AMERICAN by choice
War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself. John Stuart Mill (1806 - 1873) |
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A10CREW
Posts: 31
Eden Prairie, MN
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| 25 Oct 2006 2:24 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the Witte family on the loss of a "true" American Hero. Please know that his sacrifice will not be forgotten and we are ready to "honor" this hero! Thanks Kevin for giving the ultimate sacrifice, you will be missed. Standing by in Eden Prairie..... |
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Linda S. Pesheck
A-10 Crew Chief
57th AGS
Thunder AMU
USAF - Nellis AFB (Home of the Fighter Pilot)
**Riding in honor of my son serving in the USMC and in remembrance of Cpl. Benjamin Kopp - 75th Ranger Regiment C Company, 3rd Bn. |
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thomas.johnson16
Posts: 5
Duluth MN
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| 25 Oct 2006 6:22 PM |
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He was far too young and strong, and his passing was way to fast.
He never sat around the legion to tell stories of the past.
Of a war that he had fought in and the deeds that he had done
And his exploits with his buddies, they were heroes everyone.
And tho sometimes, to his neighbors, his tales would become a joke,
But his buddies would have listened for they knew whereof he spoke.
But we'll never hear his tales, for old Kevin has passed away,
And the world’s a little poorer, for a soldier died today.
When the politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state,
While thousands note their passing and proclaim that they were great.
Papers tell of their life stories, from the time that they were young,
But the passing of a soldier goes unnoticed and unsung.
Is the greatest contribution, to the welfare of our land,
Some jerk that breaks his promises and cons his fellow man?
Or the ordinary fellow, who in times of war and strife,
Goes off to serve his country and offers up his life?
The politician’s stipend and the style in which he lives,
Are sometimes disproportionate, to the service that he gives.
While the ordinary soldier, who offered up his all,
Is paid off with a medal and perhaps a pension small.
It’s so easy to forget them, for it is so far away,
That our Kevin’s went to battle, leaving wife and kids to pray.
It is not the politicians, with their compromise and ploys,
Who won for us the freedom that our country now enjoys.
Should you find yourself in danger, with your enemies at hand,
Would you really want some cop-out, with his ever-waffling stand?
Or would you want a soldier, who has sworn to defend,
His home, his kin, and country, and would fight until the end?
He was just a common soldier and his ranks are growing thin,
But presence should remind us, that we need his like again.
For when countries are in conflict, then we find the soldiers part
Is to clean up all the troubles that the politicians start.
If we cannot do him honor, while he's here to hear the praise,
Then at least let’s give him homage, at the ending of his days.
Perhaps a simple headline, in the papers that might say:
OUR COUNTRY IS IN MOURNING, FOR A SOLDIER DIED TODAY.
May you enjoy the ranks of heaven. Thank You SSG Witte.
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Siega
Posts: 227
Ft. Lauderdale/Miami, Florida
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| 25 Oct 2006 6:33 PM |
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Quiet and sincere sympathy is often the most welcome and efficient consolation to the afflicted. Said a wise man to one in deep sorrow, "I did not come to comfort you; God only can do that; but I did come to say how deeply and tenderly I feel for you in your affliction".
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"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom."
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carnjac
Posts: 33
Maple Grove, MN
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| 25 Oct 2006 6:34 PM |
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Our heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Witte family and friends. May you find comfort knowing he is truely an American hero!!!
SSG Witte, your mission is complete...rest in peace!!
Standing by in Maple Grove, MN
Jack and Barb Carney
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"Some ride to live, others live to ride, we ride to honor"
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Gigi D
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| 25 Oct 2006 7:12 PM |
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"It's only words, and words are all I have to take your ache away."
My thoughts and prayers are with the Witte family during this time.
Sgt. Kevin M. Witte gave all and will not be forgotten.
Let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain.
Gigi
Le Sueur, MN
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Reddawg51
Posts: 55
Elk River, MN
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| 25 Oct 2006 8:10 PM |
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Courage, the old Indian medicine men say, is enduring just one momet longer.
Friends and family of SSG Witte, we are here to help you endure for just one moment longer. We who have stood the watch, are with you. We who have lost friends and shipmates can help. Lean on us. Our shoulders are broad. We have carried the country on our shoulders before. We can help you now with our heart felt condolences.
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JohneeS
Posts: 56
Burnsville, MN
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| 25 Oct 2006 9:28 PM |
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To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Kevin M. Witte, may the love and caring of those closest to you comfort you in this time of great loss. To Kevin, thank you sir for your courageous service to our nation. Your ultimate sacrifice can never be repaid, but it will never be forgotten.
The world is round and the place which may seem like the end may also be only the begining. -Ivy Baker Priest-
Standing by in Burnsville ..... |
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John Stolte
MN SWMetro ARC
Patriot Gurad Riders
"If we do not lay out ourselves in the service of mankind, whom should we serve?" - John Adams |
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porkchops
Posts: 40
Plato, MN
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| 25 Oct 2006 9:55 PM |
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GODS Speed Staff Sgt. Witte as you make you journey to the promised land. Thank You for your dedication and sacrifice so we all may be FREE. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends, I'm sure they are all very proud of you.
Standing by in Brownton, MN
May GOD Bless us All
Galen " Porkchops " Sundin
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sunchute
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| 25 Oct 2006 10:56 PM |
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My heart felt condolences go to the family of SSGT Witte. SSGT Witte, you are a true hero and I, as well as your country, thank you. May the Lord hold your family as He is walking with you now!
By His grace, I am here to pay respect and honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for those of us left behind. SSGT Witte, you will not be forgotten.
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Tats_FXD
Posts: 76
Minnesota
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| 26 Oct 2006 5:07 AM |
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| Standing by in Buffalo, MN |
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Land of the Free... Because of the Brave.
Proud to be part of the PGR.
Member of ABATE of MN, Lake Chapter. |
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oldgoldwing
Posts: 58
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| 26 Oct 2006 5:56 AM |
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GOD Bless Staff Sgt Kevin Witte Thanks for all your service for our nation. Thanks to the Witte family for this hero.
Let God comfort you now and always
Standing by in Alexandria
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04Springer
Posts: 49
Austin Texas
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| 26 Oct 2006 7:35 AM |
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God bless you Staff Sgt Witte. You are a true American hero. May God comfort his family and ease their burden in this time of mourning.
Standing by in Pipestone. |
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dbley
Posts: 654
Twin Cities
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| 26 Oct 2006 7:45 AM |
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May God help speed the journey of Staff Sgt Witte to eternal peace and provide comfort to his family and community.
Standing by in Plymouth, MN |
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Doug Bley
MN State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of my friend John Gorman - Rangers 2bn - Dog Company - WWII
"Rangers Lead The Way!" |
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MNPatriot
Posts: 76
Hampton, GA
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| 26 Oct 2006 8:48 AM |
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I salute Ssgt Kevin Witte. He is truely an American hero giving all he had.
My condolences to friends and family. May God cover you with His grace and comfort you in this stressful time.
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Don Jenkins, E-7 Ret, USAF
"Great people are common people who have committed themselves to uncommon goals."
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jumprun
Posts: 49
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| 26 Oct 2006 9:07 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family of Staff Sgt. Kevin Witte. Look to God for Peace in this difficult time. Kevin's heroic sacrifice will not go unnoticed and will not be forgotten. |
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JumpRun
E-4 Sgt. USAF 1973-1977
Crew Chief KC-135/B-52
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diamondice2000
Posts: 132
Lake Norman NC
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| 26 Oct 2006 9:08 AM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Stf Sgt Witte. I am so sorry for your loss. Please Know there are SO many who mourn with you. May God comfort you in this time of need. Thank You Kevin, for your brave and courageous service to our country. You will forever be Honored and Remembered. Rest now in God's arms. Sincerely, standing by Diamondice2000
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With Honor and Respect,
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dimo
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| 26 Oct 2006 9:40 AM |
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| Your courage and bravery will never be forgotten, thank you Staff SGT Witte for standing tall for all of us . We are humbled and honored to now stand for you. Rest with God brother! |
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dadeters
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| 26 Oct 2006 11:19 AM |
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My condolences go out to Kevin Witte's family and friends. Thank You for your service and sacrific for the safety and security of us all. Heros and Fallen Heros are never forgotten.
DAVID DETERS
LA CROSSE, WI
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alsroadkingclassic
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| 26 Oct 2006 12:45 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the Witte family and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
You are an AMERICAN HERO.
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millermanjeff
Posts: 67
Assistant Ride Captain Alexandria Minnesota
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| 26 Oct 2006 1:07 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of SSG Kevin Witte. I truly believe that God has a special place in heaven for heroes like Kevin. He now joins the ranks of others who have made the ultimatae sacrafice protecting the rights & freedoms we all too often take for granted in the greatest country the world has ever known, "The United States of America".
Thank you for inviting us to stand guard and honor SSG Kevin Witte.
Stand proud............We've got your six.......
Jeff Anderson
Alexandria MN Ride Captain
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B42
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| 26 Oct 2006 3:48 PM |
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To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Witte,
Please accept my heart felt codolences. Kevin is truely a patriot! His service to me, my family and our country is truely appreciated. God bless Kevin and the USA.
Standing by in Eden Prairie
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