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towman95 
Posts: 2527
Bullhead City Az. Forum Moderator
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| 04 Nov 2009 3:40 PM |
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Updated 08 Nov 09 1412 est S Sturgis
The family of Spc. Thomas Michalski has requested that the Patriot Guard Riders stand in honor of his service and escort him to his final resting place. The Colorado Patriot Guard recently completed their mission to escort Thomas from the CO funeral home to the airplane that would bring him home . Now we will stand in silence as we complete this two state mission .
DATE:
Monday, Nov. 09, 2009
LOCATION:
Hennessey - Nowak Funeral Home
400 Pulaski Rd.
Calumet City, IL
STAGING:
8:45 am
At 9:00 am we will stand for Spc. Michalski while the final viewing takes place. At. 11:30 am services will begin, at the conclusion of the services we will escort Thomas to his final resting place.
RC's:
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Updated 05 Nov 09 1445 est S Sturgis
SHORT NOTICE Escort Mission ~ PFC Thomas James Michalski, USA, 23, of Calumet City, Illinois ~ Colorado Springs, CO to Denver Int'nl Airport (DIA), Dnvr, CO
The Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to provide an Escort of Honor, Friday, 06 November, for the Respectful and Dignified Transfer and Transport of PFC Thomas James Michalski, USA, 23, of Calumet City, Illinois ~ from Cappadona Funeral Home (719.520.1817), 1020 E. Fillmore St., Colorado Springs, CO., to Denver Int'nl Airport (DIA).
Friday, 06 Nov '09
08:00 (8:00 AM) PGR Staging at Cappadona Funeral Home.
08:15 (8:15 AM) PGR Briefing.
08:45 (8:45 AM) USA Honor Guard Transfers PFC Thomas James Michalski, USA, to Coach.
09:00 (9:00 AM) Depart Cappadona's en route DIA (United Air).
PGR Escort should be kept to 6-8 PGR Vehicles (3-4 Lead / Trail, respectively).
NO LEO SUPPORT.
Escort Volunteers: PLEASE respond with availability toCrippie@ColoradoPGR.Org ~ acknowledgements will be sent as received.
Escorts have been individually notified and are to Stage at Cappadona's ~ ALL OTHERS PLEASE STAND-BY for possible instructions to meet at / near DIA.
The Strong and Resounding response to provide Support for this Mission is overwhelming ~ THANK YOU !!!
Attempts are being made to coordinate directly with DIA AP Police to determine if a PGR Pre-Staging area might be defined at / near the appropriate Air Cargo Facility, so that a Flag-Line of Honor and / or additional Escorts may be included once on DIA AP Property, with DIA AP LEO Support.
PLEASE MONITOR THIS THREAD for possible UPDATES and Additions.
PLEASE direct any questions / comments directly to the (T)-RCIC, Kirk Richardson.
Kirk Richardson (T)-RCIC.
(720.684.8218)
Thank You, Everyone !!
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FREEDOM ISNT FREE.
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5317
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 04 Nov 2009 5:05 PM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF PFC. THOMAS JAMES MICHALSKI (USA). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE THOMAS. 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
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Easy.
Posts: 5266
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 04 Nov 2009 6:07 PM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of PFC. Thomas James Michalski, 23, Colorado Springs CO,.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you 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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mailman
Posts: 22222
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 04 Nov 2009 7:09 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC Thomas James Michalski. Rest In Peace Soldier. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10137
Lacey, WA
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| 04 Nov 2009 7:33 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of PFC. Thomas James Michalski, U.S. Army / Active Duty. PFC. Michalski, 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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monmixr
Posts: 1935
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 04 Nov 2009 8:01 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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Proud member of the often imitated never duplicated Illinois Patriot Guard Riders.
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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aoop
Posts: 3314
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 04 Nov 2009 8:06 PM |
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| Thank You Soldier. |
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James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Afghanistan?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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kbell
Posts: 2981
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 04 Nov 2009 8:34 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of PFC Thomas James Michalski. 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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1stCavMP
Posts: 639
Warren, Ohio
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| 04 Nov 2009 8:55 PM |
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Our Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and Friends of Thomas J. Michalski. May God Comfort you in this time of need and the hard days ahead.
Thank You PFC Michalski, for your service and sacrifice to our Country. You will NOT be forgotten.
Rest in Peace Soldier |
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scruffy_the_pirate
Posts: 89
Manhattan IL 60442
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| 04 Nov 2009 11:22 PM |
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| My family extends our heartfelt condolences to the family of Thomas Michalski.
Your service and ultimate sacrifice for your country will not be forgotten.
Rest in peace, young man
Scruffy & Phoof
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azlegalthief
Posts: 7
FORT CARSON
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| 05 Nov 2009 7:11 AM |
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| WISHED I COULD BE THERE, BUT DUE TO MISSION I WILL BE AT THE OTHER EVENT ON THIS DAY.......BE SAFE ON THE JOURNEY. |
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ladyrider1215
Posts: 5
Longmont, CO
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| 05 Nov 2009 8:19 AM |
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| Many thanks to PFC Thomas James Michalski. Thank you for your brave service. My sincere condolences to the family. I've been out of the saddle for the past 4 months due to involvement in an accident in July, and it would be an honor to make this my first mission back in the saddle.
I will be able to meet the escort as it arrives in South Denver, and follow it to DIA. If anyone else from Northern Colorado, around Longmont or close to there, I would enjoy having/giving company. Any estimated time of arrival in south Denver would be appreciated to schedule my arrival to meet the escort as well. |
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RAT B
Posts: 27
Manitou Springs
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| 05 Nov 2009 10:10 AM |
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| Ron,
It would be my pleasure to escort PFC Thomas James Michalski to DIA. Please let me know if you need me.
We would like to express our heart felt sorrow to the family on their loss. Once strangers Forever Brothers |
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djmurray
Posts: 326
West Columbia, SC
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| 05 Nov 2009 10:45 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family of PFC.Thomas James Michalski. May you rest in peace |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3370
Conroe,Texas
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| 05 Nov 2009 10:58 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. Thomas James Michalski ,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers 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 soldier 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,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier 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 soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
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.
..................... " We Will Stand Until Someone Stands For Us ".......................................
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
Motorcycle Marshal MS-150
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 "
If you have missed knowing me, you have missed nothing. If you have
missed some of my emails, you might have missed a laugh or two .
.....................Riding in memory of....................................................... Riding in Honor of
..............................................................My Dad ..........................................My Brother
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr. ........................Pfc. Leslie Babb.............................. E4. Roger Babb
MCSO-3102 ...............................................WW II ....................................... Vietnam Vet.
DIUSMC Paris Island, Beaufort SC.......... ....42 - 45 ............................................. 68 - 69
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Grandude
Posts: 747
Oak Island, NC
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| 05 Nov 2009 11:04 AM |
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PFC Thomas James Michalski
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. 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. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched. Standing by in Oak Island, NC
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Grandude
DPC USN RET 1962-1981
Riding to honor and remember SGT Jon M Anderson, SPC Dustin R Donica, Cpl Ryan Miler, PFC Nathaniel Givens, PFC Cory Kosters, SGT Ryan Green, PFC Alan Austin, LCPL Mathew Mendlicott, Sgt Lance O. Eakes, WWII VET Tom Berry, NAVY VET Timothy Myers, SGTMAJ Terrance J Collins, SSG Ronald Phillips, David M Field USMC Vietnam Vet, SSGT Benjamin Brown III, SGT David W Wallace, Jack Douglas Poole USMC, SGT Andrew Cross, SFC Edward Kramer and all other fallen heros |
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sdoise
Posts: 8298
Kinder, La.
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| 05 Nov 2009 12:19 PM |
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| I am sincerely grateful for the military service of PFC Thomas Michalski to protect our freedom and preserve our way of life. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Rest in peace. |
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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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Billboy
Posts: 5199
Webster, Fl.
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| 05 Nov 2009 12:41 PM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of US Army, PFC Thomas James Michalski, 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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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7212
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 05 Nov 2009 12:45 PM |
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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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custer7thcav
Posts: 9014
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 05 Nov 2009 1:28 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. Thomas James Michalski. Thank you, sir, for your service. 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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milktoast
Posts: 3705
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 05 Nov 2009 2:01 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of PFC. Thomas Michalski. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in our hearts forever. |
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Janet Toth
Michigan Ride Captain
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
Totally directionally challenged
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Crippie
Posts: 512
Colorado Springs, CO
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| 05 Nov 2009 2:57 PM |
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| UPDATE: In addition to the identified Escorts heading up from Colorado Springs, John HARRIS will be (T)-RC for a 10:00 Staging Area at the DIA United Cargo / Air Freight Facility. To access the Air Cargo / Freight Area, bear to the RIGHT before the DIA 45-minute "Waiting Area", proceed through the Traffic Light to "Jackson Gap Rd." and follow the signs to United Airlines Air Cargo / Freight. John will be in the parking lot ~ and will have 30-Flags and water (remember to "Thank" John for the water $$)....... Escort questions should be directed to (T)-RC Kirk Richardson ~ 720.684.8218 ~ krich_1954@msn.com; Questions regarding DIA Staging and Flag-Line should be directed to (T)-RC John Harris ~ 720.941.6967 ~ Spector950@msn.com ~ Thanks, EVERYONE, for your great response and support. ~ Ronnie..... ~ Crippie@ColoradoPGR.Org
(or) Ronnie & Marty Jost ~ rk-ma-jost@mindspring.com ~ C - 719.459.8969 ~ H - 719.597.9072 ~ ...//rkj//...
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In GOD We TRUST,
ALL OTHERS We MONITOR
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MomZor
Posts: 685
Temecula
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| 05 Nov 2009 3:14 PM |
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To the family and friends of the ever so young Thomas James Michalski,
There are no words or platitudes that can temper your pain. I can’t think of anything in life that could be more painful, then the loss of a loved one, especially a son.
I would, however, like to take a moment to remind you that as deep as the hole in your heart feels at this time, it will be filled over time with the wonderful times spent together.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal” ~From a headstone in Ireland
Thank you Thomas for your service to our nation, and it's people, you are a hero to all.
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MomZor,
Temecula, CA
A Gold Star and Blue Star Mom
Proud PGR member #166128
In Loving Memory of Son Army Combat Medic
Spc Christopher Melvin Wainright
Born on the 4th of July 1982 and Died on the 23rd of January 2009 at 26 years old
Joined Air Force 2000 - THEN - Joined Army 2006
"OIF" Iraq 11/07 thru 01/09
  
In Support of Son Active Duty Marine Machine Gunner
Lcpl David Buck Wainright
Joined - The Marines - 2007
"OEF" Afghanistan 04/08 thru 11/08
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 3412
Orange Park, FL
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| 06 Nov 2009 12:06 AM |
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Thank you for your service PFC Michalski. 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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mlmsan
Posts: 6981
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 06 Nov 2009 9:19 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of PFC. Thomas James Michalski, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for PFC. Thomas James Michalski's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. PFC. Thomas James Michalski, 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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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 Calvary 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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