harly69g 
Posts: 8893
Mid-West Regional Capt.
KY,IN,OH,MI,IL,WI,
Canada
Ride Capt.
Owensboro, KY
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| 18 Apr 2007 9:30 AM |
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Updated - 19 Apr 07 0738 ET - PGRLabLuvr
Fellow Patriot Guard Riders: Updates to yesterday's posting are in red.
We have been invited to attend the visitation and funeral/interment of Berkeley County Sheriff's Deputy Dawn Tillman, who died Tuesday after being fatally injured this past Sunday in a head-on collision.
Yesterday's newspaper article recounting the accident and Deputy Tillman's career and unfailing spirit can be read here .
Deputy Tillman's obituary can be read here and an article concerning charges in Deputy Tillman's death is here.You are encouraged to post condolences on the PGR website. Family members often drop by and are comforted to find that so many people care.
Visitation: Thursday, April 19, from 6-9 pm at Crossroads Community Church, 505 Gahagan Rd. in Summerville (map link ). Briefing will be at 5:30pm at the church with a flag line formed by 5:45pm. Flags will be provided, but if you have a mission flag, bring it. We may be parking on gravel; bring a kickstand pad or crushed can/bottle. Today's forecast for ~ 6pm is 68 degrees and 30% chance of rain increasing to 50% as the evening progresses.
Funeral: Friday, April 20, at Noon at Crossroads Community Church. Interment to follow at Magnolia Cemetery (map link ).
Staging details: Meet at the McDonald's parking lot, 501 N. Main Street in Summerville (link to map) at 10:00am.
Mission Briefing: Mission briefing will be at 10:30 a.m.
We will leave immediately after to travel two miles to the church and set up a flag line for the arrival of friends and family. It is anticipated that we will travel to the cemetery (25 miles) when the service begins at noon; however, the opportunity for a contingent of PGR or for all of us to join the procession may arise. We will adapt as the mission unfolds, as usual.
Flags will again be provided, but if you have a mission flag, bring it. Kickstand pads are again strongly recommended, especially if it rains Thursday night. Friday's forecast calls for a high of 70 degrees and 10% chance of rain.
May Officer Tillman's family and her fellow officers be comforted by God's loving embrace. Deputy Tillman, there are no words, but "Thank you" and "We'll see you again one day."
LISTEN FOR THE RUMBLE
Sandy Nelson
SC Asst. State Officer
(843-425-6892)
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
Senior Ride Capt for countys of: Crittenden, Caldwell, Union, Webster, Mclean, Hopkins, Muhlenburg, Henderson, Daviess, Ohio, Hancock.
KY State site: www.pgrofky.com
IN State site: www.indianapatriotguard.org
OH State site: www.ohiopgr.org
MI State site: www.pgrmichigan.org
IL State site: www.ilpatriotguard.com
WI State site: www.patriotguard-wi.org |
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zredmanz
Posts: 1019
Pearland, TX.
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| 18 Apr 2007 10:27 AM |
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| Your watch has now ended. I Thank You for the Sacrifice you have made to give my family and I Freedom. Your Sacrifice for this Great Nation will never be forgotten, Rest in Peace in the Arms of the Lord. May God comfort your family and Friends during this time. |
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United States Navy 1994-1998 Engineman 3rd Class, Operation Southern Watch
"Freedom Isn't Free"
Riding in Memory of my Grandfather Frank W. Patterson US ARMY WWII.
Riding in Honor for all of Americas' hero's, Men and Women, of the United States military who give us the greatest gift, "Freedom". |
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vander177
Posts: 4739
Vandergrift, PA
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| 18 Apr 2007 10:33 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Deputy Dawn Tillman. I thank you for your dedicated public service and ultimate sacrifice to keep peace, law and order in your community. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on the WALL.
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Asst State Captain
PGR (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
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windsinger
Posts: 2600
Medina,Ohio
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| 18 Apr 2007 11:23 AM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF DEPUTY DAWN TILLMAN. |
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"HONOR TO THE SOLDIER AND SAILOR EVERYWHERE,WHO BRAVELY BEARS HIS COUNTRY'S CAUSE. HONOR ALSO TO THE CITIZEN WHO CARES FOR HIS BROTHER IN THE FIELD,AND SERVES, AS HE BEST CAN, THE SAME CAUSE. "
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
" NO MAN IS ENTITLED TO THE BLESSING OF FREEDOM UNLESS HE BE VIGILANT IN ITS PRESERVATION."
GEN. DOUGLAS MACARTHUR
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Knobby
Posts: 705
Charlotte, NC
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| 18 Apr 2007 11:25 AM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Tillman.
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See you on the flag line.
Knobby
Riding out of the Matthews / Charlotte area.
The PGR in NC alternate site.
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You cannot unsay a cruel word.
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LSA0901
Posts: 1458
Cage Captain - The LowCountry of South Carolina
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| 18 Apr 2007 1:20 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers of Deputy Tillman.
With Greatest Respect,
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“One man cannot own something as wonderful as the PGR.
It belongs to fallen heroes.
It exists for them.
It serves them.”
---Randy "Steam" Stevens
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In Memory & Honor of Retired GA R/C Mike "Deltoid" Bland
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Lee Anderson - The PieMan™ - Charter CLAM
myspace.com/pgr_blondstranger
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Uffda
Posts: 13978
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 18 Apr 2007 2:47 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Dawn Tillman. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. She is one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Dawn.
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!
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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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madjack56
Posts: 275
Rio Rancho, NM
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| 18 Apr 2007 2:51 PM |
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| My most heart-felt condolences to the family and friends of this brave officer. May God grant you all the peace and comfort of His loving embrace in this, your hour of loss. Standing by in Simpsonville. |
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"It is well that war is so terrible- lest we should grow too fond of it." - Gen. Robert E. Lee, Fredricksburg, VA, 1862
SSgt. Jack Gilbert
60th MAW
Travis AFB, CA
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Snowhite
Posts: 1514
Elsberry, Mo.
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| 18 Apr 2007 3:41 PM |
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| My Heart and Prayers will be with the Family and Friends of Deputy Dawn Tillman. A True American Hero. Thank You for Your Service for Our Country. |
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Terry Martin
We Will Always Remember
Vietnam Vet 67-68 85th Evac Hospital
PGR Asst. Ride Capt.
CVMA MO. Chapter 4-4
American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO.
American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director
VFW Post 9064- Commander
MO. VFW 9th District Sr. Vice Commander & POW/MIA Chairman
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ronwhite1976
Posts: 907
Summerville, SC
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| 18 Apr 2007 4:22 PM |
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Words at a time like this seem so insignificant. All I can say is thank you, Deputy Tillman, for your service.
My heart is heavy. I think of a young Deputy, her life snuffed out so young by someone who should have never been behind the wheel of a vehicle.
I pray that God keep your family, friends, and fellow Officers under His protectiion and Grace, and comfort us all in this time of sorrow.
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"MISSION FIRST!"
Ron "Tater Salad" White
Capital Region Captain
SC SC 26Nov07-31Dec09
843-860-3981
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. Isaiah 6:8
"History does not long entrust the care of Freedom to the weak or timid."
Dwight D. Eisenhower
"Step Up or Step Aside"-SFC White
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7548
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 18 Apr 2007 4:27 PM |
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God Bless Deputy Dawn Tilman, family and friends. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your community service and sacrifice. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom. May you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten! I will be standing by in spirit with my fellow brothers.
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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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10921
Lacey, WA
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| 18 Apr 2007 6:08 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Deputy Dawn Tillman, Berkeley County Sheriff's Debuty. Deputy Tillman , I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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howland-wolf
Posts: 423
HOMER GA.
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| 18 Apr 2007 6:08 PM |
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| Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Dep. Dawn Tillman, you are in our thoughts and prayers. |
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Charter Director ALR post 215 Homer, Ga.
Proud father of SPC. Blake Baxley, ARNG, combat medic, serving proudly in Iraq.
Proud Uncle of PFC. Jordan Tate, ARNG, tech, currently awaiting orders.
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STAND PROUD AND RIDE LOUD
With confidence in our armed forces-
with an unbounding determination of our people-
we will gain the inevitable triumph-
so help us GOD.
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Slowhand
Posts: 4057
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 18 Apr 2007 6:26 PM |
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| In honor and rememberance of Deputy Dawn Tillman, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lives . My prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to all of you during this tragic time. Please know that not just me but a country full of people like me owe you a dept that can never be repaid , but please take solace in the fact that your loved one is now with our lord in heaven. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace your mission is complete and now |
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Steam
Posts: 3211
Whitmire SC
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| 18 Apr 2007 6:42 PM |
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It has truly been an awful Springtime in Berkeley County, South Carolina. My heart goes out to the family and friends of Deputy Tillman and to the entire community. They have endured much in recent weeks.
Godspeed Deputy Tillman. |
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Steam
Randy Stevens
Senior Ride Captain
South Carolina
(864)344-6002
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DiskEater
Posts: 113
Marrero, LA
New Orleans Area Ride Captain
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| 18 Apr 2007 7:12 PM |
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| My most heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Dawn Tilman. She devoted her life to protecting the citizens from the enemy within our country. She certainly will be remembered for her sacrifice and devotion. |
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Brian Blanchard
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Freebirdsnsc
Posts: 1288
Whitmire, SC
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| 18 Apr 2007 9:24 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers of Deputy Tillman..May God comfort you all as only he can during this difficult time.....you will be in my thoughts and prayers
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Melissa ( Missy ) Stevens
SC Hoth Coordinator
cell 8643444999
Freebirds, the redhead,
Riding in memory of my dad Spc and retired fireman Ronald C Thomas
freebirdsnsc@yahoo.com
myspace.com/freebirdsnsc
http://s896.photobucket.com/albums/ac161/scpgrhoth/South%20Carolina%20PGR%20Leadership/
Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
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ssweat
Posts: 922
Lawrenceville, GA
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| 18 Apr 2007 10:51 PM |
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We lift up the family and friends of Officer Dawn Tillman in prayer during this difficult time.
God Bless you all. |
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Steve Sweat, TCB
Georgia Ride Captain
Lawrenceville, GA
678-878-0539
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9270
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 19 Apr 2007 5:52 AM |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark "Mac" McIntosh - Dyess
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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9270
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 19 Apr 2007 5:55 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of Deputy Tillman.
May you rest in peace.
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark "Mac" McIntosh - Dyess
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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sccodeguy
Posts: 0
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| 19 Apr 2007 6:42 AM |
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I cannot express how terrible I feel about the loss of another law enforcement officer in our community this year. We have suffered greatly this year in this regard. However, I know my grief is insignificant compared to that of the family and friends of this local HERO! My prayers are that Gods grace and peace will find each and every one of them and comfort them in this difficult time. Deputy Tillman, your service to this community will never be forgotten and it will be an honor to stand for you and your loved ones. The sacrifice you and your family have made is the ultimate service a people can make for one another and I am forever indebted to you all. Gods speed!
Joshua
U.S. Navy 1979 - 2000
Chief Petty Officer / Submarines (retired)
Proud to have served...
Honored to be standing... |
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magsemail
Posts: 1475
Southgate, Michigan
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| 19 Apr 2007 6:52 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to you in your loss of Dawn. I am humbled and will be forever grateful for the sacrifices made by Dawn and many others fighting for my freedom. May God bless you, and help you through this time of great difficulty. God Bless America!! |
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Special Missions R/C - Region #2, MI
Riding in honor of my late father Thomas Kucharek-Army (101st Airborne)
Guardian Angels For Soldier's Pet
www.guardianangelsforsoldierspet.org
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways
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dsj30c
Posts: 90
Charlotte, NC
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| 19 Apr 2007 7:05 AM |
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I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences to Deputy Tillman's family and friends -- and to the Berkeley County Police Department.
Thank you for all you do.
Mike.
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US Army '80 - '93
Never put in harm's way but praying for those that are. |
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danco
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| 19 Apr 2007 7:07 AM |
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MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF DEPUTY DAWN TILLMAN. WE WILL BE ATTENDING OUR SON'S DEPLOYMENT CEREMONY IN MISSISSIPPI, BUT WILL BE STANDING IN SPIRIT.
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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 4116
Lexington, NC
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| 19 Apr 2007 7:17 AM |
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| My heart and my prayers are with Deputy Dawn Tillman's family. I admire her courage and her spirit, and know that she will be sorely missed by her family and her community. My deepest gratitude goes to all our law enforcement officers, who are protecting us on the home front. Those who give their lives for us civilians are truly heroes. Deputy Dawn Tilllman will not be forgotten. May God rest her soul. |
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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