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Sandy9999 
Posts: 1301
Westminster, MD
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| 01 Jul 2009 12:16 PM |
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During World War II, McMahon was a fighter pilot in the United States Marine Corps serving as a flight instructor and test pilot. He was a decorated pilot (six Air Medals) and was discharged in 1946, remaining in the reserves.
After college, McMahon returned to active duty. He was sent to Korea in February 1952. He flew unarmed OE-1 Bird Dogs on 85 tactical air control and artillery spotting missions. He remained in the Marine Corps Reserve, retiring with the rank of Colonel in 1966 and was then commissioned as a Brigadier General in the California Air National Guard.
The PGR has been invited to the military Honors at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 5220 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood, CA 91601-3109
The PGR has been invited to the Military Honors.
Timetable:
1630 Stage at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 5220 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood, CA 91601-3109 ( tell security you are with the PGR)
1645 Mission Meeting
1700 Flag Line
It is important that you bring Flags Both US and Marine Corps.
Craig H Donor
GySgt USMC (ret)
Cell 909 208 7703
pgrgunny-001@yahoo.com
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
TOU Enforcement Agent
ASA"Brat" - (Army Security Agency)
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 9922
Lacey, WA
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| 01 Jul 2009 1:12 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of BG Edward "Ed" McMahon Jr., USMC / California Air National Guard / WWII Veteran. BG McMahon, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. 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: 21756
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 01 Jul 2009 1:56 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of USMC WWII/Korean War Aviator, California Air National Guard Brigadier General (Ret) Edward "Ed" McMahon, Jr.. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Uffda
Posts: 13629
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 01 Jul 2009 1:56 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of BGen Edward "Ed" McMahon, Jr., CANG & USMC, WWII 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, Edward.
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.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
Standing in Spirit...
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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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FLBATFISH
Posts: 1063
FONTANA CA, & LAS VEGAS NV.
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| 01 Jul 2009 2:34 PM |
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Craig H Donor
GY SGT USMC (ret)
So Cal State Captain
909 208 7703
pgrgunny-001@yahoo.com
There are a thousand things I'd rather do.
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BethieA
Posts: 330
Hemet CA
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| 01 Jul 2009 2:47 PM |
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BGen Ed McMahon, THANK YOU Hero for your service to this country and for the many many laughs and smiles we have all enjoyed over the years. You were truly one of the Great Ones Sir!! To the McMahon family and friends,,,I am SO sorry for your loss, I pray that God will fold you in his arms and comfort you with the thought that your loved one has joined God and his brothers in that place prepared especially for heros. And that he really is not gone, as long as anyone remembers him he will always be with us, and one day you will see him again...this I know. God bless you all.
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Beth
Navy Widow (Ret)
I Did Not Die
Do not stand at my grave and forever 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 sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s 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 forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
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GoldwaterRep
Posts: 379
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| 01 Jul 2009 4:30 PM |
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As a son of a McMahon, with relationship to the clans of both Irish counties, I was immensely proud to read the biography of this kind and gracious gentleman. Unfortunately, in life I only knew him from his broadcasting career. I regret that I will be unable to shake his hand and say:
Thank you, BGen Edward McMahon, Jr., for your service to our country. You will forever be remembered as a Great American Hero.
May God bless and comfort the family and friends of Edward McMahon. Your loved one has left this world a better place through his service to our country. He has warmed our hearts with his gracious persona, great sense of humor and everlasting dignity.
Tom Hoynes
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banditbob
Posts: 3877
Virginia Beach. District 5 Hampton Roads Ride Captain
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| 01 Jul 2009 5:02 PM |
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| My wife and I want to thank you BGen Edward "Ed" McMahon, Jr., 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.
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WalkingSlack
Posts: 2029
Ride Captain - Newnan GA
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| 01 Jul 2009 6:34 PM |
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General McMahon, Thank you so very much for your years and service and dedication to our country. You helped provide the freedom that we as Americans cherish.
Thank you also for the many years of laughter.
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Todd Walker
USAF Veteran 1979-1984
There is no wrong way to do the right thing!
"It's all good".....but I still miss him...
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CAN-DO
Posts: 686
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| 02 Jul 2009 7:37 AM |
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On behalf of the U.S. Marine Riders Association, Inc.,
We wish to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of:
Brigadier General
Edward "Ed" McMahon, Jr.
United States Marine Corps
Retired
Your service as a Marine and the many sacrifices you made are truly worthy of the title “American Hero”. We all thank you for defending the United States of America, her freedoms and interests. Your outstanding devotion to God, Country and Corps will not be forgotten by those who have gone before you, those who are currently serving, and those who will step up in the future.
Marine!
Your mission is now complete.
You can stand down and rest in Peace!
We will take it from here.
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U.S. MARINE RIDERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
(KY, OH, IN)
www.usmarineriders.com
"Semper Fi"
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RIDEN4HIM
Posts: 2053
Brevard, NC
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| 02 Jul 2009 7:42 AM |
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| Our prayers and thoughts are with the family of Brig Gen (Ret) Edward McMahon, Jr.. 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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