imyz2u 
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Our deepest prayers to the family of Sgt Willett for giving the ultimate for the gift of freedom...........your loved one. Our sorrow and prayers go out to you. Gary Willett will forever be remembered as one who stood in the gap........he understood what most never will.
In HIS love,
Dan & Pam Neal
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Old School
Posts: 262
Arizona State Captain
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| 15 Feb 2008 4:35 PM |
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I guess we assumed folks knew DM stood for Davis Monthan AFB and Craycrof and Gold Link are the cross roads for Freedom Park near DM.
To answer where is the staging???? The link says staging for the arrival is at Freedom Park and staging for funeral is at Sunset Funeral Home. |
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azred
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Sierra Vista, AZ
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| 15 Feb 2008 6:07 PM |
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Spyderpaul and I extend our deep condolences to the family of SGT. Willett. We will be riding up from Sierra Vista to escort this brave soldier on Wednesday. Is anyone else going up from Sierra Vista that we can join up with Wednesday morning?
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Yellowjacket-IL
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Antioch, IL
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| 15 Feb 2008 7:18 PM |
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Sgt Willett, rest in peace, you will not be forgotten.
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SamB
Posts: 202
Green Valley AZ
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| 16 Feb 2008 8:10 AM |
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| Staging for this mission has changed..
Staging will be at 1330 on Sunday 2/17/08 at the Tucson Jet Center, located at 6700 S Plummer Rd at Tucson International Airport. We will escort Sgt Willetts to The Desert Sunset Funeral home on Orange Grove Rd. |
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Warthog
Posts: 119
Tucson AZ
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| 16 Feb 2008 10:11 AM |
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This is war and we will loose our best and bravest. SGT Gary D. Willett, you knew the dangers and you still left your family to protect them. I can think of no greater gift. Thank you for standing strong and drawing the line that our enemies will not cross. You are now with others who have stood that line. Hug them and salute them, for you are now with God's best. Your family will always know you are an American Hero!
All of us denounce war—all of us consider it man’s greatest stupidity. And yet wars happen and they involve the most passionate lovers of peace because there are still barbarians in the world who set the price for peace at death or enslavement and the price is too high.” —Ronald Reagan |
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Warthog
PGR Ride Captain
American Legion Rider
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Team Campbell
Posts: 225
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| 16 Feb 2008 10:31 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of SGT. Gary D. Willitt. May GOD's love help you through this time of sorrow. SGT. Willett, you will be remembered by all as a man who stood in the line of defense to protect our great nation and others in need, thank you for your service Sir.
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Robi Arizona Ride Captain-Tucson Connection
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Proudly standing in honor of my Father,
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harly69g
Posts: 7090
KY State Captain
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| 16 Feb 2008 3:44 PM |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
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Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
"Kentucky Rides With Respect"
The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual.
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Daryl
Posts: 726
Phoenix, AZ
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| 16 Feb 2008 9:52 PM |
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It is with a heavy heart that I pass on my condolences to you and your family. Your loved one will not be forgotten. Our brothers-at-arms will continue the good fight until we bring all our people home. Fellow Veteran, 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. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.
Vaya con Dios Mi Hermano!
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Dietsche12762
Posts: 645
SE Wisc Region ~ Walker MI ~~ Support Vehicle
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| 17 Feb 2008 12:49 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sgt Gary Willett.
Thank you for the utlimate sacrifice that you have made for our country and my freedoms.
You will not be forgotten.
God Speed, Sir.
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Be Safe Out There
SE WI Region - Patriot Guard ~
Very Proud niece of Paul Kocourek, US Army ~ Vietnam Veteran '68 - '71
In Honor KJ Loecher, USAF '78 - '87, 3rd Tac Fighter Wing, Phantom Phixer
In Memory GW Pollard, USMC SSgt/Combat Artist Tarawa, Saipan, Tinian & Okinawa
In Memory of my Grandfather Edwin Dietsche, US Army ~ WWI, cook for General Pershing
In Memory of my Uncle James Ehler, MSgt USAF Korea/Vietnam
In Memory of Carl Stein, US Army ~ WWII '42-'44 "Hell on Wheels" 2nd Armored Division
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www.iraqwarheroes.org
~ What Borders ~ used with permission from The Crow
"Friends are God's way of taking care of us."
"It's a funny thing about life; if you refuse to accept anything but the best, you often get it."
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sdfraser
Posts: 209
Watauga County, North Carolina
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| 17 Feb 2008 1:20 PM |
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You are our HERO, SGT. Willett. Thank you for your service and for your unselfish sacrifice. We will remember you.
My prayers are for peace and comfort for your family and friends at this difficult time. God bless you all. |
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Suz
Standing in memory of:
James Lee Dodd, Sr. USA, 1920's
James Lee Dodd, Jr. USAAF, WWII, Korea
Ward Franklin Fraser, 1960-1998
and in honor of:
Ira Mundy Dodd, US Maritime Service and USA, WWII
Jim Couch, USMC, Viet Nam Veteran
Christopher Fraser, FL Sheriff's Deputy
Michael Mundy Fraser, USMC, 2008
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ronwhite1976
Posts: 468
Summerville, SC
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| 17 Feb 2008 4:13 PM |
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Please accept my most humble condolences for the loss of this Patriot.
SGT Willet,
Thank you for "Standing in the Gap" when your Country needed you. May God bless your Family, Friends, and Comrades.
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"MISSION FIRST!"
Ron "Tater Salad" White
South Carolina State Captain
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. Isaiah 6:8
"Step Up or Step Aside"-SFC White
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oldhead
Posts: 177
New Castle, Pa.
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| 17 Feb 2008 5:57 PM |
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We send our condolence to the family and friends of Sgt. Gary D. Willett. We honor the service he has given and know that our freedoms have been provided by men and women like Sgt. Willett. Our thoughts are with you.
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SamB
Posts: 202
Green Valley AZ
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| 17 Feb 2008 6:20 PM |
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The Tucson area PGR just escorted Sgt Gary Willett on part of the last leg of his journey. We all were honored to be able to pay our respects and safely get him back with his family.
We will see Sgt Gary Willett again on the 20th and on what promises to be a sunny, warm Arizona day we will make one more ride with him. |
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Mikey-Joe-Ray-Bob
Posts: 890
Warren,Ohio
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| 17 Feb 2008 6:57 PM |
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| My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Gary Willett ! I stand in Spirit, with Pride, Dignity, and Honor for You ! May God Bless ! Mike Socie...PGR...Warren,Ohio |
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Pegleg
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Corona, Ca
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| 18 Feb 2008 12:24 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Sgt Gary D. Willett
Thank You for Serving this Great Country....
You are a American Hero and WE WILL NEVER FORGET...
SEMPER-FI
Pegleg
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SFC Rod
Posts: 297
Weston, Mich
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| 18 Feb 2008 3:10 AM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of Sergeant Gary D. Willett. Gary, You Will Never Be Forgotten... Say Hooah to the others up ther with You... Christmas in Arlington...
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.....
In Honor SFC Rod.
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TucsonVTXF3
Posts: 30
Tucson, AZ
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| 18 Feb 2008 5:35 PM |
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Thank you SGT Willett
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Auburn Maine
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sandra63
Posts: 509
Huntsville, Al
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| 18 Feb 2008 6:10 PM |
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| Thank you for your service, Thank you for my freedom, I will be in prayer for the family. GOD BLESS YOU. |
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vf52rcl
Posts: 770
Black Diamond WA. USA
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| 18 Feb 2008 8:50 PM |
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May you rest in peace. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Great Warrior. "A True American Hero". You will not be forgotten! I will be standing there in spirit with my fellow brothers. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom, Rest in Peace, see you soon my brother.
Richard & Kary.
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To Live is to Love
To Love is to Live
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kelleyfishing
Posts: 158
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| 19 Feb 2008 8:08 AM |
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To the family and friends of SGT Gary Willett it is with a heavy heart we offer our condolence. He is our hero and may God grant you peace and comfort at this time.
To SGT Willett stand down Sir your mission here is completed. You are wanted elsewhere for a far more important mission. May God keep you in His loving arms throught out eternity |
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9th Inf Div Dong Tam Mekong Delta 1967-68
"B"Btry 4/60th Arty (Dusters) Central Highlands
Arty Hill Pleiku, Weight Davis, Shuller FSB's
ALR Post 27 Apache Junction Az
PGR Rider Az
Hate like acid, damages the vessel in which it is stored,
and the object on which it is poured
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SamB
Posts: 202
Green Valley AZ
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| 19 Feb 2008 4:35 PM |
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| Standby Arizona Patriot Guard, for tomorrow we will ride one more time for the American Hero Sgt Gary Willett and his family. |
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db4175
Posts: 873
Montesano, Washington
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| 19 Feb 2008 8:04 PM |
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| I wish to offer my sincere prayers and condolences to the family and friends of SGT Willett. Whose service to this country will never be forgotten by those who have gone before and those yet to serve. May the family find strength and peace in Gods grace. |
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Riding in memory of Bernice T. Bach 1LT USA Nurse Corp. WWII, Saipan and in support of MSG 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
“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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SamB
Posts: 202
Green Valley AZ
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| 20 Feb 2008 10:30 PM |
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| Final Ride report....................
The Patriot Guard escorted Sgt Willett on one more ride today. His Family was there and he was remembered in an honorable way. It was apparent from the way those who knew him spoke of him, that he was a true leader of men. He was a Hero among heros and he will be missed but not forgotten. His son, his parents and siblings will always be in our hearts and minds. ..
Rest in peace Gary Willett your duty is done and we thank you with all our heart for the sacrifice you have made for us.
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Bugs66
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Tucson Arizona
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| 21 Feb 2008 1:07 PM |
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Clearly Sgt Willett was a great man and soldier. The remarks his LT made as well as his SSgt indicate that he was a shining example for his men. I was reminded that, of course, it is our best and brightest that are hurt or killed in action. For they are the first ones to throw up their hands and say, "Send Me - I'll do it!" when their nation calls.
God bless you, Sgt Willett. Our prayers continue to go out to your family and friends. |
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Bugs66
USAF - '84 - '95
USAFR - '95
AZANG - '95 - Present
US Customs - '02
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