db4175 
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| 13 Feb 2007 8:40 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy to SGM Ellis and his family. His service to this country will never be forgotten by those who have gone before and those yet to serve. May his family find strength and peace in Gods grace. Rest in peace my Brother |
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Riding in memory of Bernice T. Bach 1LT USA Nurse Corp. WWII, Saipan and in support of 1SG Thomas Buettner a true soldier and my son-in-law. May God watch over them all.
Don Berry
SFC (Retired)
US Army 1964 - 1986
Vietnam 1969 -1970 1972 -1973
Freemasons Riding Club
Patriot Guard Rider
Washington Patriot Guard
“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?”
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Tater
Posts: 574
Ohio PGR Liason at Large Sandusky Ohio
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| 13 Feb 2007 9:58 AM |
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| I have been informed that all services for Sgt. Maj. Ellis will be located at Arlington National Cemetery. The land where Heroes lay. I will forward information to the ANC PGR Brothers for contact of this CAO to offer our services. I have directed him to view our web site, and refer the condolences to the family. I have been contacted by his peers who thought a great deal of this man. He has touched many Marine lives, and now has touched ours. There will be no services in Ohio. |
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Enjoy your life and freedoms, for a most costly price is being paid for them. Support those that pay that price, and sacrifice, FOR US. |
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SFC Rod
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Weston, Michigan 49289
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| 14 Feb 2007 5:17 AM |
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| My condolences to the family, friends and the U. S. Marines on the loss of Sergeant Major Joseph j. Ellis. Joseph your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Christmas in Arlington...
Rest easy, sleep well my brothers. 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.... "the soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer the deepest wounds and scars of war." General Douglas MacArthur.. |
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lboyle
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| 14 Feb 2007 1:54 PM |
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My world has changed forever today, for I have heard of Sgt Major Joe Ellis's death. I served in the Marines from 1994-1998. Joe was Staff Sergeant Ellis to me then since that was the last time I saw him 1996 in Salem, Ohio. He was my recruiter and he trained me for a year before I left. I always said he was the hardest and best Marine I ever met, EVER. He taught me what it was to be a Marine. Boot Camp had given me the skills but he taught me what being a Marine REALLY was all about. Sometimes throughout my military career, for I have served in Pakistan as a Staff Sergeant in the Air Force Security Forces, I would sometimes find myself in a rough spot and I would ask myself, "What would Staff Sgt Ellis do?", but then I would laugh at myself for I already knew the answer, he would get the job done and get it done right. He pushed me to perfection all the time. I didn't have the oppurtunity to serve with him once I became a Marine but it didn't matter. Anyone who has ever met him, recon, fleet, it didn't matter, Joe was a Marine for all other Marines to look up to. He was a great American, and the Marines have lost one of our best.
Sergeant Major- I still train those who go forward today, and I assure you they are ready, because I know you wouldn't accept anything less. When I meet you at the gates, have a pint ready, for we have much catching up to do. Rest in Peace Friend. ~Lincoln |
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ETribe
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| 14 Feb 2007 9:16 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Maj. Joseph J. Ellis,May God bless and guide you through this most difficult time. Thank you for your service, Joseph Rest in peace
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dewey
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GreenSprings,Oh
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| 16 Feb 2007 6:27 AM |
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My condolence to the Family and Friends of Sgt. Maj. Ellis.Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country.
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Tater
Posts: 574
Ohio PGR Liason at Large Sandusky Ohio
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| 16 Feb 2007 11:38 AM |
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| I am informed that we are invited to the services at Arlington National Cemetery. Our PGR Brothers and Sisters are representing us all at this time. I know they are truly honored to be invited. I am honored that we are represented, ALL OF US, by those men and women so terribly busy at our Heroes Hallowed Ground. The place where our Heroes rest in peace. I suspect this thread will be moved to Arlington National Cemetery Confirmed. |
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Enjoy your life and freedoms, for a most costly price is being paid for them. Support those that pay that price, and sacrifice, FOR US. |
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wyldhog
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Northeast, La.
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| 16 Feb 2007 5:25 PM |
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| bump for confirmed to ANC |
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When a mans heart is full of deceit it burns up, dies and a dark shadow falls over his soul. From the ashes of a once great man has risen a curse, a wrong that must be righted. We look to the skies for a vindicator, someone to strike fear into the black hearts of the same men who created him. The battle between good and evil has begun. Against an army of shadows comes the Dark Warrior, the purveyor of good, with a voice of silence and a mission of justice. - Steve "Sting" Borden |
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lpotter
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| 17 Feb 2007 7:11 AM |
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Thank you Sgt. Maj. Ellis for being such a great leader to my son who was proudly serving with you when you left to guard the gates of heaven. [b] [/b]He and his wife thought highly of you. Job well done, may God rest your soul. And to the family, rest assured that he was the best of the best and you can be very proud of him. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
Semper Fi
Rick & Lynn Potter
Proud Parents of Cpl Travis Potter, USMC
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Sandvet
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| 17 Feb 2007 5:26 PM |
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| I give my condolence friends and family of Sgt,Maj,Joseph J.Ellis |
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Sandvet
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| 17 Feb 2007 6:01 PM |
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My condolence to the friends and family of Sgt.Maj.Joseph J. Ellis prayers are with you for comfort in your time of grief.
Semper Fi |
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trukr
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| 19 Feb 2007 1:30 AM |
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Sgt Major Joseph J Ellis,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and all that we hold sacred. Though tears can never bring you back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that you made and our sorrow at your passing. You are truly a hero and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Your mission on earth is complete. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the heroes who have passed before.
To the family and friends of Sgt Major Ellis, we offer our deepest sympathy and condolences. May God smile down upon you in this time of deep sorrow and grant you the strength and conviction to carry on. May you find joy in fond memories and peace in knowing that your loss was not in vain. A grateful nation stands with you.
MARINE DOWN...KICKSTANDS UP!!!
Ron & Lea Eppich
Parents of Sgt Robert Scott Eppich
1981-2006
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JohnRHarris
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| 19 Feb 2007 6:51 AM |
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Sgt. Maj. Joseph J. Ellis your tour and your mission is complete and will never be forgotten by those of us who have been there and those of us who understand. You have earned your spot in Gods book of life and the right to rest peacefully in his presence. I am not able to attend your ceremony but on the 21st I will at work stand and salute you at the appropriate hour. As an ex U.S.Navy SEAL team member I understand your dedication. GOD SPEED.
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JohnRHarris
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| 19 Feb 2007 6:51 AM |
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Sgt. Maj. Joseph J. Ellis your tour and your mission is complete and will never be forgotten by those of us who have been there and those of us who understand. You have earned your spot in Gods book of life and the right to rest peacefully in his presence. I am not able to attend your ceremony but on the 21st I will at work stand and salute you at the appropriate hour. As an ex U.S.Navy SEAL team member I understand your dedication. GOD SPEED.
John R. Harris
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phoward
Posts: 57
Ashburn, VA
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| 19 Feb 2007 8:07 AM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of this fallen hero.
Standing by for ANC mission. |
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mattsmom
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North Beach, Maryland
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| 19 Feb 2007 9:39 PM |
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| We as a nation mourn the loss of yet another true hero. To the family of Sgt Maj Ellis, I offer my prayers. I understand your loss; my son was killed near Al Anbar last March. I hope you take pride and comfort in the fact that Joseph was a man courageous and honorable enough to do for his country what so many will not. I hope the wonderful memories you have of Joseph will help to someday ease the pain you now endure. Know that your hero will never be forgotten by our very grateful and deeply indebted nation. God bless you. Julie Francis, Matt's Mom |
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Thank you for your service and sacrifice in defending and protecting our freedoms. As a nation we mourn your loss, and we will remember you always as a true American hero. To the family, I offer my prayers and support. I understand a little of what you are going through-my son, a Marine LCpl, was killed in Iraq. I pray wonderful memories of your dear warrior help eventually to ease the pain you endure today. Your hero will never be forgotten-he leaves a legacy of honor and courage that few will ever achieve. God bless you. Julie Francis, Matt's Mom |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9246
Naples, FL
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| 21 Feb 2007 12:01 PM |
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SGT Maj Joseph J Ellis, Ashland, OH, was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery on 21 Feb by his family and a large group of dedicated Marines. Nine Patriot Guard Riders joined in the mission.
We were honored by his immediate family thanking each member of the Patriot Guard Riders. A number of Marine officers made a point of letting us know the positive effect the Patriot Guard Riders' group has throughout the Corps.
We had the special privilege of having one of Sgt Ellis' personal friends and Patriot Guard Rider join us in remembering this American Hero. |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark "Mac" McIntosh - Dyess
USAR - WO1 Dominic Sutherland - Ft. Rucker
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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pamsimon
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| 21 Feb 2007 9:26 PM |
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to SGT.MAJ. Ellis's family and freinds we are deeply saddened by the news of your loss we unfortinately know all too well what you are going through as we lost our daughter and sister Cpl. Jennifer Parcell USMC on Feb. 7 2007 our deepest condolences go out to all of you. If there is any thing we can do please do not hesitate to ask.
TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL THINE HEART AND LEAN NOT UNTO THINE OWN UNDERSTANDING prov. 3:5 |
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pamsimon
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| 21 Feb 2007 9:27 PM |
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to SGT.MAJ. Ellis's family and freinds we are deeply saddened by the news of your loss we unfortinately know all too well what you are going through as we lost our daughter and sister Cpl. Jennifer Parcell USMC on Feb. 7 2007 our deepest condolences go out to all of you. If there is any thing we can do please do not hesitate to ask.
TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL THINE HEART AND LEAN NOT UNTO THINE OWN UNDERSTANDING prov. 3:5
May God bless you all from the Simon Family SEMPER FIDELIS |
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Sandy9999
Posts: 1366
Westminster, MD
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| 22 Feb 2007 3:38 PM |
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| It was an honor to participate in this hero's services yesterday at ANC. I was deeply touched by the outpouring of love and respect by his family, friends and by those who served with him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this very difficult time. He will not be forgotten. |
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
TOU Enforcement Agent
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