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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 7646
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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Ralph Kovnesky
U.S. Army Veteran
Retired Police Officer and Deputy Sheriff.
Milwaukee, WI
July 8, 2009
Ralph Kovnesky, father of Patriot Guard Rider Vickie Kuechler, passed away and we are honored that the family requested the PGR escort Ralph on his final ride. Ralph served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1965. He then became a Milwaukee County Police Officer from 1965 to 1970, including motorcycle duty. He was then a Milwaukee County Sheriff's Deputy from 1970 until he retired in 1994.
He always enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and fittingly the family will have this Hero taken from the funeral home on a Harley Davidson Hearse. The family has held formal services in Arizona where Ralph had retired.
Military Service & Honors:
Krause Funeral Home
9000 W. Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
We will stage at 12:30PM in the eastern parking lot.
Gathering at 1:00 pm
Service & honors at 2:00 pm
Escort Processional immediately following to:
American Legion Post
3245 N. 124 th Street
Brookfield, WI 53005
The Family has requested a Private Interment.
Ride Captains are:
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BootLady
#34204
TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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Kontractor
Posts: 364
Milwaukee RC
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| 29 Jun 2009 5:30 PM |
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| It will be a great honor to stand for you, and escort you on your final ride after 35 years of service to your country and community. You are a true American Hero. |
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Because It's The Right Thing To Do.
Nothing Worthwhile is ever Easy. And Nothing Easy is Ever Worthwhile.
"Hammer the Americans hard enough and you forge the best weapon in the world"
Captain Simeon Ecuyer...in a letter written to Colonel Bouquet during the siege of Fort Pitt, 1783
"American Soldiers in battle don't fight for what some president says on T.V., they don't fight for mom, apple pie, or the American flag... They fight for one another." Lt General Hal Moore
For all his bluster, it is the sad problem of man that he cannot choose his triumph,
He can only choose how he will stand when the call of destiny comes,
Hoping that he’ll have the courage to answer.
What Have I Done this Day to Honor the Names of My Fathers? |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10926
Lacey, WA
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| 29 Jun 2009 5:37 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Ralph Kovnesky, U.S. Army Veteran / LEO Retired. Mr. Kovnesky, I am forever grateful for your service to our country and our communities. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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mailman
Posts: 24548
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 29 Jun 2009 6:50 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Veteran/LEO (Ret) Ralph Kovnesky. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7550
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 29 Jun 2009 6:50 PM |
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God Bless Ralph Kovnesky, 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! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers & sisters.
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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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monmixr
Posts: 2191
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 29 Jun 2009 8:32 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. |
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Its NOT about the ride, Its about the SOLDIER, for Christ's sake!
Eric C. Kuhn
Ride Captain
Illinois Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of CPT Steven M. Strickland B/3 AVN BN 15 SEP 1980
In memory of CW3 Donald G. Cicuzza Jr.
In memory of Carl W. Kuhn WWII Vet. 1927-2009 |
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Uffda
Posts: 13978
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 29 Jun 2009 8:58 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
Ralph Kovnesky, USA Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Ralph.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
He will lead me through.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom.
In Memory of Jon Dreymann 08-13-09 WWR NRC Who left us way too soon. Farvel min venn. |
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mlmsan
Posts: 7578
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 29 Jun 2009 9:28 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Ralph Kovnesky, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Ralph Kovnesky's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Ralph Kovnesky, 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.
Peace Be to Us All
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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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Broke Winger
Posts: 31
West Allis, WI
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| 29 Jun 2009 10:37 PM |
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| It will be an honor and a privilege to share the road for this final ride.
Is there any specific staging information? |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5997
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 30 Jun 2009 12:49 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF USA VETERAN AND RETIRED MILWAUKEE COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFF RALPH KOVNESKY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE RALPH. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS |
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banditbob
Posts: 3893
Virginia Beach. District 5 Hampton Roads Ride Captain
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| 30 Jun 2009 6:36 AM |
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| My wife and I want to thank you Ralph Kovnesky for your sacrifice and dedication to this great Nation of ours. Our thoughts and prayers are with your loved one's and friends. |
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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.
Window/Tail Gunner B-17 USAAF, WWII |
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sdoise
Posts: 9112
Duson, La.
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| 30 Jun 2009 8:09 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Ralph Kovnesky and my sincere appreciation of his military service to preserve our way of life. May he rest in peace. |
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Schelly "Toro"
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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RIDEN4HIM
Posts: 2133
Brevard, NC
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| 30 Jun 2009 8:10 AM |
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| Our prayers and thoughts are with the family of Ralph Kovnesky. May God bless and keep you in this time of sorrow. |
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In memory of:
Jesse Lee Ashe, Veteran, WWII, US Navy (Brother)
Harold W. Owen, Veteran, WWII US Army (Brother-n-law)
John Edward Ashe, USAF Veteran, Korean War(Brother)
To honor our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Paul & Rowena Ashe
Brevard, NC
Patriot Guard Riders
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kbell
Posts: 3863
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 30 Jun 2009 8:19 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ralph Kovnesky. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. |
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Karen (kerrybell) Trone
If you are going to worry then don't pray...
If you are going to pray then don't worry !!
For I know the plans I have for you....
Jeremiah 29:11
Live simply. Love generously.
Care deeply. Speak kindly.
Leave the rest to God.
Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal.
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Billboy
Posts: 5839
Webster, Fl.
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| 30 Jun 2009 8:56 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of US Army Veteran, (Ret) LEO, Ralph Kovnesky, 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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mosherma
Posts: 33
Suffolk, VA
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| 30 Jun 2009 12:06 PM |
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I offer my deepest condolences to the family of Ralph Kovnesky. I want to thank you all for the sacrifices you made during his military service and his service to the community. It takes special people to both serve and to support those who serve. You all deserve to be honored. I know he rests in peace. |
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ET1(SS) Ret. Mark Mosher
USN '81-'01
"Grief and tragedy and hatred are only for a time. Goodness, remembrance and love have no end." --- George W. Bush
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WiscHarley
Posts: 143
Franklin, Wisc
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| 01 Jul 2009 6:31 AM |
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Sincere condolences to the famliy of USArmy Vet, and fellow retired Deputy Sheriff Ralph Kovnesky.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ralph was my first training Officer I worked with when I joined the Department.
Every day he had a new joke to tell, and I enjoyed the time I was his partner.
Rest in Peace Brother.
It will be an honor to stand for you. |
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mr_stainglass
Posts: 1099
Gloucester Virginia
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| 01 Jul 2009 11:46 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of Ralph Kovnesky. Thank you Ralph for your service to our nation and for the sacrafices you made along the way for the liberties of freedom. |
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Robert Magill RMC (SW) USN retired
"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty." -- John F. Kennedy |
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 3896
Orange Park, FL
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| 01 Jul 2009 10:10 PM |
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Thank you for my freedom Mr Kovnesky. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.” |
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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
It's all about freedom! |
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690MedCo
Posts: 4739
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 04 Jul 2009 1:53 PM |
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| Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and friends of this fallen hero to ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace. |
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Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
Leave No Veteran Behind!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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towman95
Posts: 2960
Bullhead City Az. Forum Moderator
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TOU Enforcement Agent
USMC 1979 - 1983
FREEDOM ISNT FREE.
THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL!!! |
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RDWinters
Posts: 1924
Wilson,NC
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| 06 Jul 2009 4:23 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Ralph Kovnesky. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Thank you Ralph for your courage, dedication and sacrifices. Thank you for standing guard for our freedoms and those of others around the world. God Bless You. Rest easy Brother. |
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"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
De Oppresso Liber
R.D. and Kay Winters
U.S. Army (Ret) 1978-1998
Special Forces Assn Decade
American Legion
VFW
PGR
Blue Knights NC IX
www.myspace.com/kaynrick_hd
In Memory of:
L/Cpl Ronald Wayne Shields, P-39E/L-21, SVN, 13 Feb 68 (Uncle)
SFC Jonathan Tessar, Iraqi Freedom, 31 Oct 05 (Teammate, Friend, Brother)
James Kenneth Sinclair, Veteran, Motorcycle Accident, 16 Apr 04 (Kay's Dad)
It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.
Pres. Theodore Roosevelt
Paris, France
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3763
Conroe,Texas
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Officer Ralph Kovnesky ,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow officers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The officer stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,officer.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the officer waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,officer
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Paul E. Babb Sr.-
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO ) " We Will Stand Until Someone Stand For Us "
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider " Standing For Those Who Stood For Us "
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas " We Do What We Do Because We Care "
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC. |
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