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Charger 
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| 14 Jan 2007 1:37 PM |
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Brad 'CHARGER' Lewellen
Retired Colorado State Captain
Proud PGR Blue Hat
"History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid"
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sgt.radar
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| soldier to soldier, brother in arms, your lose i heart felt! may your life be remembered. |
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| 14 Jan 2007 2:52 PM |
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| soldier to soldier, brother in arms, your lose i heart felt! may your life be remembered. |
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BirdieMN
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Woodbury, MN
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| 14 Jan 2007 2:55 PM |
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This is a courtesy post for those subscribed to the thread.
UPDATE
James M. Wosika Jr. has been posthumously promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant.
His family is requesting our presence at the visitation service and funeral service.
The visitation will be held at Highland Park Sr. High School in St. Paul on Thursday, January 18.
The funeral service will be held at the St. Paul Cathedral on Friday, January 19.
Detailed times and staging locations will be posted as soon as an itinerary is set for the mission.
Please continue to monitor this thread for mission updates as plans are finalized.
Any questions related to this mission can be e-mailed to birdie@mnpatriotguard.org
Thank you to all of you who are standing by to honor SSG Wosika, a hero of this nation. |
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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Eaksmom93
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Webster, TX
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| 14 Jan 2007 3:44 PM |
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Nate,
My sister and brother in law greatly appreciate your support and words of encouragement during this difficult time. I can't thank you enough either. I'm a member of the Houston PGR and I know that the MN PGR will stand proud for JJ. God bless you and all of the PGR members.
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Vicky
SE Texas HOTH Coordinator
& Ride Captain
Riding with Honor in memory of Staff Sgt. James Wosika, Jr. |
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HrlyBOOMER
Posts: 135
ATASCOCITA, REPUBLIC OF TEXAS
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| 14 Jan 2007 4:26 PM |
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| On behalf of all TEXAS PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS and in support of the family of Staff Sgt. Wosika we offer our deepest condolences to the family and our brothers and sisters in the MN PGR for your loss.
A member of the Staff Sgt’s. family is one of our riders and informed us of the family’s loss. We are a tight knit group down here as the PGR is everywhere. When one feels a loss we all do.
There is no greater deed than that of laying down your life for a brother. I salute you Staff Sargent, you protected your troops and gave your life for them.
May God Bless you and your’s. You’ll be walking with some great troops who have paved the way for us all.
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U. S. NAVY (Ret) BMCM, VN - '65, '66 & '68, Just an OLD SALT!
REDWING 19: Honor Rider, May 2009
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS - DEPUTY STATE CAPTAIN, (Retired) S.E. Texas, Senior Lead Ride Captain & Road Guard Captain & Missing Man Team Captain (HOUSTON TEXAS A.O.) (Retired)
RUN FOR THE WALL - SOUTHERN ROUTE: 2007 ROAD GUARD CAPTAIN, http://www.rftw.org
CUT-N-SHOOT H.O.G.:
RIDING IN MEMORY OF:
- TERRI FORD, Late Wife
- PAUL FIALA, RUN FOR THE WALL Brother
- WO3 GENE TINNIN U.S.NAVY (SEAL) VIETNAM,
- PO2 MIKEY MONSOOR NAVY (SEAL) M.O.H. AFGHANISTAN,
- PO2 MARC LEE U.S.NAVY (SEAL) M.O.H. IRAQ - - & My Friend JACK LUCAS (USMC - M.O.H. - IWO-JIMA - WWII) Who passed away June 08, God Bless You Jack, We'll Miss You!
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ashbycarter
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| 14 Jan 2007 8:56 PM |
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Thank you SSG Wosika for doing what you must for our freedom. We will stand for you in honor and respect; for your service, your bravery, your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten...
Rest in peace.
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BirdieMN
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Woodbury, MN
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| 15 Jan 2007 1:44 PM |
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Excerpt from a local news story about SSG Wosika.
He will also be posthumously awarded the Bronze Star for his actions.
Let us come together as Americans to help his family heal from this tragic loss.
We will not forget James, his service, his sacrifice, and that others lived because of his selfless actions.
He is a true hero and we shall honor him as such!
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5 EYEWITNESS NEWS learned Thursday that Staff Sgt. James Wosika Jr. actually saved nine other soldiers in his final moments.
He will now receive special honors as the military prepares to deliver his body to his family in Saint Paul.
His father spoke about his son, the mission, and the president's new plan for Iraq.
The military told Wosika's father Thursday morning his son has been promoted posthumously to Staff Sgt. and will receive the bronze star for saving nine Minnesota soldiers with him that day.
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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kenny13b
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monticello, mn, 55362
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| 15 Jan 2007 4:10 PM |
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SSG Wosika, I salute you for your unselfish act in putting yourself in harms way to protect you troops. To the family, friends and fellow troops of SSG Wosika , let the arms of the entire PGR family enfold you with our thoughts and prayers to help you through this time of sorrow.
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sailordoc
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Woodbury, MN
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| 15 Jan 2007 7:28 PM |
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The Bronze Star ...
The Bronze Star is awarded a person in any branch of the military service who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States on or after December 7, 1941, shall have distinguished himself by heroic or meritorious achievement or service ... in connection with military operations against an armed enemy.
The award recognizes acts of heroism performed in ground combat ... recognizes single acts of merit and meritorious service ... such service must have been accomplished with distinction.
The medal is in the shape of a five-pointed star. In its center is a smaller raised star. The small star is set on a raised ten-pointed figure, from which rays extend to the points of the outer star, giving the whole a sculptured effect. The reverse of the medal also has a raised center, with rays extending to the five points of the star. Inscribed on this are the words "Heroic or Meritorious Achievement" encircling a blank space for the recipient's name. The ribbon is predominately red, with a narrow blue center stripe flanked on either side by a narrow white stripe, and a narrow white stripe at the outer edge. A bronze "V" on the ribbon denotes combat service.
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Thank you for your service and your heroism, SSGT Wosika. Thank you to all his family and friends.
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Service-Connected Disabled Veteran - U.S. Navy
Military Salute Project - Minnesota Platoon
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WingBob
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MN S/E Metro Sector
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| 15 Jan 2007 9:12 PM |
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To the family of SSG James M. Wosika Jr., may you hold your great memories close during this time of grief. Your family is in our prayers at this difficult time. America is proud of the sacrifice for which SSG Wosika gave his life to save his fellow soldiers, This is a true sign of devotion and leadership of the HIGHEST QUALITY. Thank you for your service, it is time for you to stand down, you have done your duty. WHOOA! Standing by is St. Paul. WingBob
WingBob
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js_stadther
Posts: 10
Bird Island, MN
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| 15 Jan 2007 10:01 PM |
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It is with profound sadness we share in the loss of another fallen Hero, yet it is with greatest honor, respect and priviledge we will stand for what you stood for. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace Soldier and God bless. Standing by in Bird Island.
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kotewa1
Posts: 62
Fairmont, MN
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| 16 Jan 2007 10:01 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of this Great American Hero. Thank you for your courage, service and sacrifice for our Nation.
God Bless
Mark & DeDe Kotewa
Fairmont, MN
How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world. Anne Frank: |
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webelieve
Posts: 113
Roberts, WI
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| 16 Jan 2007 2:51 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of this young Hero . Thank you James for your courage , service and sacrifice for our Nation . God Bless
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American Patriot Riders
Life Member - American Legion Post 121, WI
BSHDFC_MM
CMA
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord... Psalms 33:12 ESV
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. Colossians 2:6-7 ESV
Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you:
1. Jesus Christ
2. The American G.I.
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BirdieMN
Posts: 947
Woodbury, MN
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| 16 Jan 2007 3:48 PM |
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This is a courtesy post for those subscribed to the thread.
The update has been e-mail to mods and will be posted shortly.
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Mission itinerary and staging information:
Thursday, January 18th Visitation
Staging: Highland National Golf Course
1403 Montreal Ave. St. Paul, MN 55116
Directions: Take I-35E to West 7th St (Exit 103-B)
Go South on West 7th to Montreal Ave, Turn right (West) onto Montreal.
The entrance to the parking lot is less than 1/4 mile ahead on your right.
Itinerary:
12:30 PM - Staging area opens
1:30 PM - Pre-mission briefing
1:40 PM - Depart for Highland Park Sr. High School
1:50 PM - Arrive at the school, set up flag lines
2:00 PM (EST) - SSG Wosika arrives and is brought into the school
2:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Visitation
8:30 PM (EST) - Dismissed
Due to the length of the mission on Thursday I will not expect people to have to commit to the entire afternoon and evening.
If you will be arriving late please park at the staging area and walk up to the school if possible (approx 1/2 mile).
There will be a sign posted in the staging area with a phone number to call for a ride if you are unable to walk that distance.
Notes:
This service may run long depending on how many guests arrive for the visitation.
Current weather forecast for Thursday is a high of 25, low of 11, and 40% chance of snow showers.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE AND DRESS ACCORDINGLY
We will have a place to warm up periodically inside the school.
As always please bring your flag and anything you need to be self sufficient.
Friday, January 19th Funeral
Staging: Sears South Parking Lot (just West of the Kelly Inn)
On Marion St, just North of I-94, St. Paul, MN 55103
Directions: Take I-94 to Marion St (Exit 241)
Go North and turn into the parking lot just North of St. Anthony Ave.
Please park in the far Southwest corner of the lot.
Itinerary:
6:30 AM - Staging area opens
8:15 AM - Pre-mission briefing
8:30 AM - Depart for St. Paul Cathedral
8:40 AM - Arrive at St. Paul Cathedral, set up flag lines
9:00 AM (EST) - SSG Wosika arrives and is brought into the Cathedral
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Visitation
10:00 AM - 11:15 (EST) Funeral service
11:45 AM (EST) - Dismissed
The family will have a private interment service, our mission will end when the funeral procession has departed the Cathedral.
Notes:
Current weather forecast for Friday morning is mostly cloudy with temps of 10 to 15.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE AND DRESS ACCORDINGLY
We will have a place to warm up periodically available.
As always please bring your flag and anything you will need to be self sufficient.
Any questions please contact me at: birdie@mnpatriotguard.org
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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Preacherman
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| 16 Jan 2007 6:38 PM |
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| To the family and friends of SSG James Wosika, accept our deepest sympathies from all of Iowa. |
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jwilsr
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| 16 Jan 2007 6:58 PM |
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My sincere condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of SSG James M. Wosika Jr. Thank you Sgt. Wosika for your selfless commitment to our nation and your brothers and sisters in arms. Your watch has ended and while you leave us in body you live with us forever in spirit. God bless you. Rest in peace my brother.
Jack Williams
USAF '63 - '67
Pleiku, RVN '66 - '67
Florida Army National Guard '74 - '78
A Soldier's Prayer
(author unknown)
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
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trident_t150
Posts: 717
Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota
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| 16 Jan 2007 9:42 PM |
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Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of SSG James Wosika, Jr.
We will be standing with the PGR in spirit as you bring your loved one home.
Trident and Merrywren
No greater love has any may than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13
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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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tschwartz
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| 17 Jan 2007 5:19 AM |
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Thanks for your service and sacrifice that keeps us all free. God's speed SSg Wosika
My condolenses to the family and freinds. |
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laeklund49
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| 17 Jan 2007 8:33 PM |
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My wife and I send our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of SSG Wosika. He served for everyone. We'll be standing there to support you.
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Snowhite
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Elsberry, Mo.
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| 18 Jan 2007 3:34 AM |
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| My thoughts and Prayers will be with the family and Friends of SSG James M. Wosika a True American Hero. May you you Rest in Peace. |
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We Will Always Remember
Vietnam Vet 67-68 85th Evac Hospital
PGR Asst. Ride Capt.
CVMA MO. Chapter 4-4
American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO.
American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director
VFW Post 9064- Commander
MO. VFW 9th District Sr. Vice Commander & POW/MIA Chairman
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dbley
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Twin Cities
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| 18 Jan 2007 5:40 AM |
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| May God speed this hero on his way home and provide comfort and hope to his family and friends.
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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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thumper1
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| 18 Jan 2007 9:13 AM |
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| God Bless the Loved ones of SSG Wosika. May you find the strength you need to carry you through this difficult time. Thump |
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BirdieMN
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| 18 Jan 2007 9:42 AM |
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I received the following e-mail yesterday about SSG Wosika.
It is being posted with the author's permission.
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Dear Sir or Ma'am,
I am writing on behalf of "The Outlaws". This group is made up of the infantry soldiers that spent most of Jim's career with him. I had the honor and privilege of being Jim's squad leader from the time he came in to the end of our tour in Kosovo. Jim's was one of the genuinely kind souls one rarely encounters throughout life. He had a way of putting a smile on your face even when things were at their worst. I want to thank you for taking the time out of your lives to provide this ride for Jim and his family. Jim died doing what he believed in and a part of the Outlaws died with him on the 9th of January. I hope that your ride finds you in fair skies and the sun shining so it will be a reminder of what Jim was like. Thank you.
SFC René Montero
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Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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MNHeritagePatriot
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| 18 Jan 2007 10:40 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of SSG James M. Wosika. May God comfort and keep you in the days ahead. Please know that you are not alone in your sorrow and it is our extreme Honor to Support you while displaying the Honor, Respect and Gratitude to James that he has so very much earned. He is an inspiration for all of us - a very fine example of what it means to be a Great American, a Great Soldier and a Great Man. He is our Hero also.
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Worthington Ride Captain
Son of Korean War Vet
Past Commander of SAL Post 14, Flora IL
Eternally grateful to our men and women who serve ... may we never forget nor underestimate the selfless dedication and sacrifices of our true Amercan Heroes! |
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