towman95 
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3 Part Mission Itinerary:
Heroes Escort:
Date: Friday, 23Jan09
Signature Aviation ( Huntsville Airport )
Staging:: 1200
Arrival Time: 1225 Hours
Visitation:
Date: Saturday, 24Jan09
Time: 1700 - 2100 Hours
Location: Hazel Green Funeral Home
Hwy 231/431, Hazel Green, Alabama
Staging: Hazel Green Funeral Home
Time: 1630 Hours
Note: Flag line will be rotated as much as possible,
due to length, and weather conditions; dress accordingly.
Funeral Service:
Date: Sunday, 25Jan09,
Time: 1430 Hours
Location: Hazel Green Funeral Home
Hwy 231/431, Hazel Green, Alabama
Staging: Hazel Green Funeral Home @ 1345 Hours
Please try to make plans to attend this mission if at all possible, and stand for this Hero.
Paul "Penguin"Reynolds
PGR Bama State Captain
Blue Knights ALIV President
Proud Father of an American Hero
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PFC Ricky Turner
US Army War Against Terrorism
Athens Alabama
Alabama has lost another great American Hero. PFC Ricky Turner lost his life in result of combat actions in the War Against Terrorism. Ricky lived his life fully giving his all, to his beloved country and to each and everyone of us. The family of this Hero has requested the Patriot Guard to be a vital part and stand proud for their loved one.
More information will be provided after plans are finalized for the Heroes arrival and services.
Hazel Green Funeral Home will be directing the service.
Please make plans to stand in honor of this Hero, family and friends.
Paul "Penguin"Reynolds
PGR Alabama State Captain
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No. 045-09
January 21, 2009 |
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DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Pfc. Ricky L. Turner, 20, of Athens, Ala., died Jan. 16 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his unit. He was assigned to the 3rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C.
For more information the media may contact the 82nd Airborne Division public affairs office at (910) 432-0661. |
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USMC 1979 - 1983
FREEDOM ISNT FREE.
THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL!!! |
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kingshadow506
Posts: 1241
Prattville, Alabama
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| 20 Jan 2009 4:25 PM |
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Alabama sends their sincere condolences and our prayers to our Hero and his family. Heaven shines a little brighter today as another Hero joins her ranks. We wish you all God speed.....
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"Proud Father of an American Hero
In memory of Super Heroes, L.A. Reynolds, Cpl. Matthew Bolar, Sgt. Kirk Teegardin, Tommy Poss "Tomkatz
Penguin
Alabama State Captain
alabamapgr@gmail.com
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ICV Animal
Posts: 295
Alabama
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| 20 Jan 2009 4:31 PM |
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| Sending our sincere condolences at the loss of another American Hero. PFC Turner, you served your nation honorably and proudly. You stand relieved. We have the watch. Rest in Peace. |
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Animal,
National Pres. In Country Vietnam MC
USN 1964-1984
Vietnam 1968-1970
Proud Patriot Guard Rider since 2005 #2242
"People sleep peaceable in their beds at night because rough men stand ready to do violent things on their behalf" George Orwell |
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banditbob
Posts: 3893
Virginia Beach. District 5 Hampton Roads Ride Captain
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| 20 Jan 2009 4:40 PM |
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| Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to this Army Veterans family and friends. God Bless Ricky Turner. Thank you for your sacrifice to this great Nation of ours. |
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banditbob
Robert K. Reynolds
District 5 Hampton Roads
Ride Captin Virginia Beach Va.
US Army, Armor
3AD 1/32 Armor "Bandits" 1972 to 1976
(the original Bandits)
Indian Cove RV Resort, Secretary Board of Directors.
Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 20 Chaplain and Service Officer Virginia Beach.
Association United States Army (AUSA)
Honor and Remember, Military Liason Officer
1st Cav. Div. 2/5 Black Knights, Armor
Our debt to the Heroic men and Valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid . They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices
(President Harry S. Truman)
During these days of many trials and tribulations that our land of the free are facing, let us remember to hold our heads up high in remembrance for those who gave their life for our freedom and those that are still in harms way for this cause. Pray for the brokenhearted and proclaim victory for those who are held captive. Lord, You are the light of the world and we declare You to be Lord over every nation. We know your light shines in darkness and the darkness does not always comprehend, but we also know You light will always prevail. Amen.
Chaplin, Lorraine Richmond.
OLD BANDITS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY
In Memory of my Dad,
Frank Reynolds Sr.
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AnnieM
Posts: 143
Ethridge TN
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| 20 Jan 2009 4:48 PM |
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Godspeed Ricky- your sacrifice will never be forgotten. God Bless you for fighting for our freedom. You are our Hero.
To Ricky's family, may God give you the strength you will need to get through. You will be in our prayers.
Standing by in Ethridge TN
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New Mexico
Posts: 2159
Temple City, California 91780
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| 20 Jan 2009 5:03 PM |
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To the family and friends of PFC Ricky Turner I wish to extend my deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. As an Army veteran I salute you PFC Turner and thank you for your service to our country. You are a true American Hero. May God grant you eternal rest and peace. Vaya con Dios my brother and rest in peace. You will be missed but NEVER forgotten!
Hero Down - Kickstands Up
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8th Infantry Division - 7th Howitzer Battalion
16th Field Artillery - Baumholder, Germany
(The Convincers)
Life Member AMVETS Post 113
RFTW 09
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders
Riding in Memory of New Mexico Medal of Honor Recipients:
Daniel Fernandez - Los Lunas
Joe P. Martinez - Taos
Alejandro R. Ruiz - Loving
Jose F. Valdez - Governardor
Louis Rocco - Albuquerque |
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mailman
Posts: 24548
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 20 Jan 2009 5:05 PM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of PFC. Ricky Turner. Rest In Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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areallyniceguy
Posts: 845
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| 20 Jan 2009 5:09 PM |
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May family and i send our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of PFC.Ricky Turner, He is and forever will be remembered as a True American Hero, May your family find peace and comfort in the strength of the Lord at this difficult time.
RJ
South West Missouri
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mlmsan
Posts: 7578
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 20 Jan 2009 5:21 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of PFC Ricky Turner, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for PFC Ricky Turner's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. PFC Ricky Turner, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@comcast.net
770-500-6895
Georgia PGR,
Part of It,
Proud of it.
Georgia Mentor Team
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Riding In Memory of my Great Grand Father, John Perry Sanderson, Texas Cavalry Regiment, Civil War. Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, and Mt. Sinai, Egypt. U.S. Army now serving this Nation Proudly in Fort Benning, Georgia. |
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easye
Posts: 951
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| 20 Jan 2009 5:34 PM |
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To the family of PFC Ricky Turner I am so sorry for the loss of your love one. My heart cries out for you in your grief and you have my thoughts and prayers. He died a hero defending freedom. May you have the peace and understanding that only comes from God. “God Bless You.”
“Let us honor our country’s very best“.
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
!!Freedom Is Not Free!!
“YOU WILL FOREVER BE REMEMBERED”
“AND NEVER BE FORGOTTEN”
With Respect And Honor,
EasyE
American Legion Riders Lewiston MI. Post 198
Cpl.E4 USMC 59-63
3rd. Mar.Div.1st.AMTrac Bn.
Semper-Fi
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TheDr.
Posts: 150
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| 20 Jan 2009 5:38 PM |
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It will be my honor to Stand for this Family.
Standing by. |
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Doc
North Alabama R/C
Harley 1200 Sportster
Athens, Alabama
Proud member of the PGR 1st Amphibious Unit
Lost somewhere in Time.....
Riding In Honor of my Grandfather & Several Friends
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10921
Lacey, WA
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| 20 Jan 2009 7:30 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of PFC Ricky Turner, U.S. Army. PFC Turner, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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sandra63
Posts: 754
Huntsville, Al
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| 20 Jan 2009 7:52 PM |
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| Thank you for your service, Thank you for my freedom. I will be praying for the family. GOD BLESS YOU. standing by |
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Easy.
Posts: 8424
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 20 Jan 2009 7:53 PM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of PFC Ricky Turner, Army, Athens AL.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold your family in our prayers.
GOD BLESS,
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Ride Safe and GOD BLESS,
BARRY (EASY) BERTOLINI
PGR NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
Email: barryb_28546 @yahoo.com
CMA Member (Christian Motorcycle Association)
"A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want
in...And how many want out. Only two defining forces have ever offered
to die for you: Jesus Christ and the American Soldier..One died for our
soul, the other for our freedom."
PGR NC Calender
PGR: NC MySpace
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hbiker
Posts: 1367
huntington beach
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| 20 Jan 2009 8:31 PM |
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To all the family and friends of PFC Turner I send my heartfelt condolences upon the loss of your loved one. May the Lord give you peace, strength and comfort during this most difficult time. PFC Turner it is because of warriors like yourself that we are able to live in this country with the freedoms we have. Thank you for your fight for our country, may you forever rest in peace.
hbiker
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Okienarc
Posts: 5
Southeast Oklahoma
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| 20 Jan 2009 8:39 PM |
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John 15:13
Thank you, my Brother
Okienarc
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7544
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 20 Jan 2009 8:39 PM |
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God Bless PFC Ricky Turner, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir!
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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JUNGLEJIM70
Posts: 131
Tn. ride captain
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| 20 Jan 2009 9:08 PM |
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My sincere condolences go out to PFC Turner's friends and family. Thank you for your service to this great country. May Our Lord be with the family during this time. Standing by............
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Vietnam 70/71
PGR
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HDCraig
Posts: 575
Upland, CA
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| 20 Jan 2009 10:52 PM |
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| I am sending my sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC Ricky Turner. 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
Spencer T. Karol (USA/KIA Iraq 2003)
Chance Phelps (USMC/KIA Iraq 2004) |
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sneakysnake
Posts: 7246
Panama City, Fl.
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| 21 Jan 2009 5:10 AM |
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| Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family of PFC Turner. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that we mourn this loss with you and that his service on behalf of our freedoms will always be remembered. May he now rest in heavenly peace. |
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James Davis
BoD/VP Captains
Honored to be a member of the Flag Line
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
sneakysnake.pgr.rc@gmail.com
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peacekeeper60
Posts: 1624
Ga. PGR
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| 21 Jan 2009 6:23 AM |
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| My sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers for the family and friends of Ricky. Thank you PFC Turner for your willingness to serve and ultimate sacrifice in defense of our Nation in the Army. May you Rest in Peace... |
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Our main mission is to attend the funeral services of fallen American heroes as invited guests.
It is far more impressive when others discover your good qualities, without your help...
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Billboy
Posts: 5839
Webster, Fl.
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| 21 Jan 2009 6:30 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of US Army, PFC Ricky Turner, Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you for your Service. Rest in Peace and God be with you. “You Will Forever Be Remembered”
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Senior Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, Fl.
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Harley Harrold
Posts: 13635
Meridian, MS.
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| 21 Jan 2009 9:07 AM |
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| I offer my condolences to the family and friends of Ricky Turner for the loss of this AMERICAN HERO who will not be forgotten. May you rest in peace forever free in heaven. |
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ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL.
They may take my LIFE, but they will NEVER take my FREEDOM!
"It is accomplished by the few for the many - FREEDOM!" Harley
USN 1971-1975
USAF 1975 -
Riding in memory of the Vietnam war, that it will NOT be repeated.
2007 Harley Davidson Fatboy (Dragon Warrior)
Here be Dragons...from Houston, Texas.
Member of: American Legion, VFW Post 79, Post Jr. Vice Commander, MRF, NRA, Poplar Springs United Methodist Church, National HOG, Heart of Dixie HOG Chapter (Pelham,Ala.), and the Harley Davidson Riders Club of Great Britain,UK. I am a Full time biker [40+ years]. My motto is, "Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!!" |
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SportyPig
Posts: 1794
Nashville, TN (Hermitage)
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| 21 Jan 2009 9:57 AM |
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My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC Ricky Turner. I trust that God will comfort you during this painful time as only he can. PFC Ricky Turner, Sir, Stand Down. Mission Complete, we'll take the fight from here.
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"Riding with Respect" to go "Stand for Those Who Stood For US"
TN Assistant State Captain
Treasurer, Patriot Guard Riders of TN |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 9270
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 21 Jan 2009 10:58 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC Ricky Turner. Thank you for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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