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PGRLabLuvr 
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Naples, FL
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| 31 Dec 2006 4:11 PM |
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Updated 07 JAN 07 1343 est S Sturgis
This is the final itinerary for Spc. Dustin Donica, who gave all for you and me. The Donica family has received a lot of unwanted attention and harassment because Dustin was the 3000th KIA in the war.
I know this is on a work day and we have been over run with missions the last month but please plan on making this mission to honor this fallen hero from our area. Our fallen heroes deserve nothing less than our best efforts to honor them.
Service Date: Monday January 8th
Staging Location: 4765 FM 1960 West at Breck Street in the abandoned Target parking lot behind Wolf Cameras.
Time: 12N -13:00 KSU at 13:00 We have LEO escort to the church
Service Location John Wesley UMC (this is the same church we had Cpt. Fraser's services)
Cemetery: Kline in Tomball
Ride Captains:
Weather: As good as it gets, no rain, a little cold in the morning, 60s later in the day with sunshine
For newbies:
What do I wear?: Our only requirement is that you wear something, leather is normally the flavor of the day.
What to bring?: Water and a snack, we will have some down time to rest after the service starts. We plan on a forward element moving to the cemetery with the flags once the service starts.
What do I do?: Follow our lead, you will do fine, just bring a heart full of respect for this fallen hero.
Iron horses if you have them, cages are always welcomed.
Please follow this thread on the PGR web site for any last minute updates.
John Darner (AKA JohnnyD)
Patriot Guard Riders
SE Texas Area Contact Coordinator & Ride Captain
______________________________________________________________________________ Updated 06 JAN 07 1140 est S Sturgis Service Date: Monday January 8th
Staging Location: 4765 FM 1960 West at Breck Street in the abandoned Target parking lot behind Wolf Cameras.
Time: 12N -13:00 KSU at 13:00
This service has received a lot of national attention as Spc Donica was the 3000th KIA in the war. I know this is on a work day and we have been over run with missions the last month but if you can please plan on making this mission to honor this fallen hero from our area.
John Darner (AKA JohnnyD)
Patriot Guard Riders
SE Texas Area Contact Coordinator & Ride Captain
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Updated 04 JAN 07 1211 MST by Zippy
MISSION UPDATE
Services will be Monday the 8th, details will be released as they become available. Please make plans to attend this service to honor this fallen hero from our area.
Semper Gumby
JohnnyD
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Updated 03 Jan 07 at 2049 ET by cagerbob
UPDATE
We have been invited to attend the services of Spc. Dustin Donica. We do not have a date for the services as the arrangements for his funeral have not been finalized. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
ALWAYS AT YOUR SERVICE
E.R.(WINGMAN)STROUD
PGR ASST STATE CAPTAIN,TX.
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Updated 01 Jan 07 at 1607 MST
I have contacted the CAO for approval from the family to attend the services of Spc Donica. Please pray for Dustin and his family.
Stand Tall and Silent,
David A David, Sr. AKA Double D
Texas State Captain
Rowlett, TX
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UPDATED 31 Dec 06 at 2131 ET
----------------------TENTATIVE MISSION----------------------
LAST UPDATE: 12-31-06 / 2009 hrs
PARENTAL APPROVAL: TBA Y/N
AIRPORT ARRIVAL ESCORT: TBA Y/N DATE: TBA TIME: TBA
AIRPORT LEO ESCORT: TBA Y/N
AIRPORT ESCORT STAGING: TIME: TBA LOCATION: TBA
VISITATION HONOR FLAG DETAIL: TBA Y/N DATE: TBA TIME: TBA
LOCATION: TBA STAGING TIME: TBA
FUNERAL SERVICE: DATE: TBA TIME: TBA LEO ESCORT: TBA Y/A
LOCATION: TBA
FUNERAL SERVICE MISSION: TBA
INTERMENT: TBA LEO ESCORT: TBA Y/N
INTERMENT MISSION: TBA
CONTINUE TO MONITOR THIS THREAD FOR UPDATES
Thanks,
BOOMER
Assistant State Captain, Patriot Guard Riders - S. E. Texas Region, Lead Ride Captain, Lead Road Guard
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No. 1334-06
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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.
Spc. Dustin R. Donica, 22, of Spring, Texas, died Dec. 28 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds received from small arms fire while conducting combat operations. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska.
For more information on this soldier, contact the U.S. Army, Alaska, public affairs office at (907) 389-6666. | |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - WO1 Dominic Sutherland - Ft. Rucker
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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dlinjerdal
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| 31 Dec 2006 4:20 PM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the family and friends of Spc. Donica in their time of sorrow,your loved one will never be forgotten,he is our American hero,rest well young man you are with God now. |
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wyldhog
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Northeast, La.
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| 31 Dec 2006 4:35 PM |
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To the family of Spc. Donica...
What words could possibly help during a time like this…
When we know not what we should pray for as we ought, the Spirit maketh intercessions for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. Romans 8:26
So let not your heart be troubled, for your loved one has gone to the place which Jesus has prepared.
Stand down soldier, your mission here is complete.
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When a mans heart is full of deceit it burns up, dies and a dark shadow falls over his soul. From the ashes of a once great man has risen a curse, a wrong that must be righted. We look to the skies for a vindicator, someone to strike fear into the black hearts of the same men who created him. The battle between good and evil has begun. Against an army of shadows comes the Dark Warrior, the purveyor of good, with a voice of silence and a mission of justice. - Steve "Sting" Borden |
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SOMDHOG
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Southern Maryland US Army 1965-71
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| 31 Dec 2006 4:48 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Spc Donica. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
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remote450
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Tarkington Prairie Texas
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| 31 Dec 2006 5:20 PM |
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We can't begin to imagine the pain of losing our son, but we understand the pride of knowing there are still heros willing to fight for and pay the untimate price for that in which he believes. We are proud of Dustin, as if he were our own. Here's a poem that has helped me through recent hard times, I hope they comfort you.
God's Kind Care
God hath not primised skies always blue, Flower-strewn pathways, all our lives thru';
God hath not promised sun without rain, joy without sorrow, peace without pain.
God hath not promised we shall not know toil and temptation, trouble and woe;
He hath not told us we shall not bear many a burden, many a care.
God hath not promised smooth roads and wide, swift, easy travel, needing no guide;
Never a mountain rocky and steep, never a river turbid and deep:
But God hath promised strength for the day, rest for the labor, light for the way,
Grace for the trials, help from above, unfailing sympathy, undying love.
by Annie Johnson Flint
May God bless you, comfort you and keep you.
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God saw you getting tired, but peace was not to be
So he put his arms around you and whispered "Come to Me"
With tearful eyes we prayed when we learned you passed away
And though we loved you dearly we could not make you stay
A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hads at rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best
May God bless and keep you during this trying time. We are proud and humbled that this soilder would pay the ultimate price for billions of people he's never known.
Bill & Leitha Ingram
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tbond
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NRH, Texas
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| 31 Dec 2006 5:37 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers are with the Donica family. |
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Eagleup
Posts: 67
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| 31 Dec 2006 5:57 PM |
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Thank you Spc. Dustin R. Donica. You have honored us with your faithfulness, bravery & dedication.
We pray for your family to be comforted as you are comforted in the arms of our awesome and gracious GOD!
Standing by to salute a true HERO!!!! A true American and Texan.
Former resident of Fountainhead Subdivision...... |
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"EagleUp"..............^
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 31 Dec 2006 6:26 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Dustin R. Donica. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know your son was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Dustin. |
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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. |
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puddles1962
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Huffman, Texas
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| 31 Dec 2006 7:02 PM |
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Spc. Dustin R. Donica your mission is complete on this earth.
Thank you for your courage, strength, service and sacrifice for our Nation. You are a hero to all of us.
We will never forget your sacrifice.
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Riding with Honor and Pride for: Specialist Micheal Doke - 1st Calvary Division
Jan 09 - Tour #2 - Iraq FOB Warrior
Freedom... isn't Free....
Riding with Honor in memory of; Cpt David Fraser, Lance Cpl. Luke Yepsen, PFC Seth Stanton, LCpl Stephen Morris, Pfc. Nathaniel Given, Spc. Dustin Donica, Ernest Mendoza-Vet, Cpl. Jacob Neal, SPC Collin Schockmel, James Atchison-Vet, LCpl Anthony Aguirre, Mike Martinez-Vet, Pfc. Cory Kosters, Sgt Emerson Brand, Sgt Ryan Green, David Beverly-Vietnam Vet/PGR rider, Spc Eddie Tamez, LCpl Oliver Estrada, Pfc Roy Jones III, Spc Daniel Nguyen, Spc.Michael Jaurigue, Sgt Danny Soto, Cpl Zachary Endsley, Spc. Eric Salinas, Pfc Alan Austin, LCpl. Matthew Medlicott, Spc. Rodney Johnson, Sgt Omar Mora, LCpl. Jeremy Burris, Pvt. Robert Holcomb, CMSgt (Ret) John E. Coats, Spc Brandon Smitherman, 1st Lt Jeremy Ray, Feldon J. "Joe" Cranfill-LEO, Quncy Childress-Vet, Charles Persall-Vet, Harry Thielepape-LEO, Craig Miller-LEO, SPC Emily Ort, ABE3 Brandon Luna, Sgt. Jeff Wyers-LEO, SSgt Edgar Heredia
For brothers in arms to my son from 1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry - Iraq 10/2006-1/2008:
Pvt Joshua Burrows, Staff Sgt. Blake Harris, Staff Sgt. Terry Prater, Sgt. Emerson Brand, Pfc. James Arnold, Sgt Ryan Green, Sgt. Nicholas Lightner, Pfc. Gabriel Figueroa, Spec. James Coon, Sgt. Raymond Sevaaetasi, Staff Sgt. Marlon Harper, Pfc. Jerome Potter, Sgt Caleb Christopher, Pfc. Jacob Tra |
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ac57
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A.L.R. Post 111 Dallas,Georgia
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| 31 Dec 2006 7:13 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of this young Hero . We are eternally thankful to Spc. Donica for his courage , service and sacrifice for our Freedom . God Bless |
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A.L.R. Post 111
Dallas , Georgia
cell # 678 - 371 - 6321
PGR Member # 15501
Do your duty in all things . You cannot do more , you should never wish to do less .
General Robert E. Lee
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DFG
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Somersworth, NH
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| 31 Dec 2006 7:24 PM |
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My sincerest and deepest sympathies to the family of Spc. Dustin R. Donica
O Lord, into your hands, we humbly entrust our brother.
In this life you embraced him with your tender love;
deliver him now from every evil and bid him enter eternal rest.
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Somersworth, NH
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2Gun
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Pearland, TX
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| 31 Dec 2006 9:54 PM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Spc. Dustin R. Donica. He has given more than anyone should be asked to give. Thank you Spc. Dustin R. Donica for your support of this great country. Soldiers like you made this country what it is today. |
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DisGuy
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Rosenberg, TX
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| 31 Dec 2006 11:57 PM |
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It saddens me to know that another has fallen, knowing that freedom carries a stiff price, but also knowing that those who serve may pay that price. I am honored to live in a country where others will serve and protect, trying to make the world a better place.
I know that no honor we can convey, no tribute we can perform, and no words we can speak can adequately say how grateful we are that Dustin served his country, and how sad we are that he has fallen. If we are called upon to honor this fallen soldier, I plan to be there to show what respect that I can.
Standing by in Rosenberg.
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Slowhand
Posts: 4057
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 01 Jan 2007 3:20 AM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lifes, my prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to your hearts in these trying times. As a nation we owe you and your family a dept of gratitude that can never be fully repaid, know that you loved one paid the ultimate price but is now in heaven with the Father. I know that these are just words right now but please don't try to remember my name just remember the words that not just me but a country full of people like me wish to express to you and yours. Rest in Peace Soldior you mission is complete. |
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jbm1955
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Jacksonville, Florida
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| 01 Jan 2007 4:34 AM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Dustin R. Donica, a fallen hero. I'm grateful for his service and mourn his ultimate sacrifice. God bless! |
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"The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war."
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YodaZen
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Cypress, TX (Houston)
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| 01 Jan 2007 5:24 AM |
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| May God comfort the Donica family as only He can during this difficult time. Standing by in Cypress. |
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Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD. Psalm 31:24
Air Force & Army Dad
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Son - Air Force 52nd Equipment Maintenance Squadron, Spangdahlem AFB, Germany
Son - Army 30th Medical Brigade, Ansbach, Germany
Daughter-in-law - Army 30th Medical Brigade, Ansbach, Germany
Daughter - Air Force 305th Logistical Readiness Squadron, McGuire AFB, NJ (honorably discharged)
Son - Army 1st Calvary Division, Ft. Hood, TX (honorably discharged)
Son-in-law - Air Force 305th Logistical Readiness Squadron, McGuire AFB, NJ (honorably discharged)
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Riding in memory of - LCpl. Luke Yepsen; Spc. Cody Ford; LCpl. Stephen Morris; Pfc. Nathaniel Given; Spc. Dustin Donica; Pfc. Cory Kosters; LCpl Oliver Estrada; Pfc. Larry Guyton; Spc Dan Nguyen; Sgt. Danny Soto; LCpl. Bobby Twitty; CPL Zachary Endsley; Vincent March; Spc. Benjamin Garrison; 1st Lt. Jeremy E. Ray; Spc Orlando A. Perez; Spc Joshua Molina; Cpl. Steven Candelo; SSgt Jeffery Hartley.
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mustanger7up
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Sr. Ride Capt. Houston, Tx
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| 01 Jan 2007 6:29 AM |
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Please rest easy knowing that you are not alone, we will be there for you. No one can or should have to deal with a loss of this magnitude alone. My heart goes out to the Family and loved ones of Spc. Donica for the loss that can never be filled.
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Red Horse
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Clovis, NM
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| 01 Jan 2007 8:12 AM |
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I send my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Dustin Donica. Your watch is over and your comrades who have gone before you have welcomed you into heaven. Everyone in this country should honor you your ultimate sacrifice in protecting our nation’s freedom from those who would cause terror against us. We take so much for granted in our day-to-day lives, but we must never forget the thousands of soldiers and airman who are deployed in foreign countries; fighting to protect our freedom. In memory of Sgt. Robert Kassin, Sgt. Leroy Segura and Captain Kermit Evans; along with the many men and women deployed from Cannon AFB, you are all heroes and thank you for protecting our country. |
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Dennis Chalker, MSgt USAF Retired (1971-1993) , 27 SOCES - Cannon AFB, New Mexico
Ride Captain - Eastern NM Region
"Sure I wave the American flag. Do you know a better flag to wave? Sure I love my country with all her faults. I'm not ashamed of that, never have been, never will be." -- John Wayne
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Denniskent
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Arlington, TX
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| 01 Jan 2007 8:12 AM |
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| Thank you Spc. Donica for protecting the freedom of our great nation. May God bring comfort and healing to your friends and family. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. We will remain forever in your debt. Now rest in the loving arms of the Father. Well done soldier, stand down we've got the watch. With all Respect |
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TXTriker
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League City, TX
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| 01 Jan 2007 8:24 AM |
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| Spc. Dustin Donica, thank you for your service to us and this country. We thank you for keeping us safe and for giving the greatest sacrifice man can give. God bless the family and friends of Dustin and know that he will not be forgotten. A true American Hero. |
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TRI TX-2 Gulf Coast
Riding with Honor in Memory of Classmate and Friend SP5-E5 Alvin Lee Shadwick, KIA 1969 in Dinh Tuong, South Vietnam; Classmate and Friend SP5-E5 Thomas King Smith, KIA 1968 in Tay Ninh, South Vietnam; Classmate and Friend 1Lt-O2 Edward Llewel Worthington, KIA 1968 in Binh Duong, South Vietnam.
Riding with Honor in Memory of Vietnam Veteran Shane Goodman; LCpl Luke Benjamin Holler; PO2 Charley ‘Chuck’ Edward Welch; Captain David M. Fraser; LCpl Luke Yepsen; Spc Philip Cody Ford; Vietnam Veteran and LEO James S. Bain; LCpl Stephen L. Morris; Pfc Nathaniel “Nathan” Given; PO Marquis Polidore; Allen Edward Trout, Naval Aviator, Vietnam Veteran, and PGR member; Spc Collin Ryan Schockmel; LCpl Anthony Aguirre; Pfc Cory Kosters; Sgt Ryan P. Green. Wesley David Beverly, Nasa Engineer and Veteran; Richard Frank Smith, Houston Fireman and Veteran; Spc. Eddie D. Tamez; Pfc Roy Jones III; Spc Dan Nguyen; Cpl Michael James Jaurigue; 1st Lt Kile G. West; Cpl Zachary R. Endsley; Connor Smith, WWII Veteran and POW; Pfc Alan J. Austin; Thomas Frank Hartin USN WWII Vet; SFC Jeffery Kettle; Major Ernest Herzing, USAF WWII Vet; Sgt Omar Mora; David Michael Lancon, Army Veteran; Deputy Corporal Constable Harry Lane Thielepape, Jr.; Sgt Gregory Unruh; Spc Joshua Molina; 1st Lt Timothy Cunningham; Sgt Jeff Wyers, Galveston PD; SSgt Edgar Heredia; CGPO Joseph Griffin; SFC William Thomas. |
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"Mixster"
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Williamsport, PA 17701
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| 01 Jan 2007 8:46 AM |
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I privately stand in silence and salute this brave young man, Spc. Dustin R. Donica. Thank you Sir, for your service and your sacrifice for this great country.
May your family and friends find comfort in knowing you will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, my Brother.
Mixster......Standing by in Williamsport, PA
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mule 68
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| 01 Jan 2007 9:06 AM |
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Thank You SPC Donica for giving your life for the freedom of others. Everyone living in the United States should be thanking you for the sacrifice you and your family have given. We thank you.
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hazdgs
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Spring, Texas
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| 01 Jan 2007 10:39 AM |
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| To the family and friends of Spc Dustin R. Donica. I am truely sorry for your loss. I am standing by to ride for you in Spring. |
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Airport
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Killeen, TX
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| 01 Jan 2007 11:22 AM |
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SPC Dustin Donica - Thank you for your honorable service and for doing what others could not or would not do - stand for freedom and what it takes to keep it.
Dustin's Family - Thank you for raising such a fine young man. I pray for the courage and strength you will need in the coming days. I pray you find some peace and comfort in the knowledge that so many acknowledge your son's service to his nation and are praying for him and your family during this - your darkest hour. God Bless you All.
Glenn
U.S. Army 1973-1993
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 01 Jan 2007 12:27 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Specialist Dustin R. Donica. Rest in Peace Soldier. |
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