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cagerbob 
Posts: 6443
Parma, Ohio
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| 02 Oct 2007 7:31 AM |
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updated 04 Oct 07 2218cdt aranel
The Family of GySgt H. Jerome Murkerson, Jr of Adger, AL has request the Patriot Guard Riders of AL to escort and provide a flag line.
First part of mission: GySgt Murkerson will arrive about 5:45 pm at the Bessemer Airport on Friday Oct 5th. Staging will be at 4:30 pm at the parking lot of Winn Dixie just off I459 exit 6 (this is the Morgan Rd / Bessemer / Helena exit). Briefing will be at 5:00 pm because this is a two lane road and can be very busy will depart KSU 5:15 pm for the airport. Once GySgt Murkerson arrives and everyone is set we will depart for Brown's Funeral Home in Bessemer.
Second part of mission: Visitation followed by service and all presentations Sat 6 Oct 07 at Brown's Funeral Home in Bessemer. The family will receive well wishers from 3:00 to 5:00 pm with a chapel service and awards presentations at 5:00 pm. If any one would like to support a small flag line during the visitation for the family and friends of GySgt Jerome Murkerson, please feel free to do so and let me know so I can bring the few flags that are in the Birmingham area. (at this time I do not know if the Gold Star Flags and Plaque will be here)
Third part of mission: The PGR will be escorting GySgt Murkerson and family to the Prudes Creek cemetery from Brown's on Sunday 7 Oct at 1200. Staging will be at the Winn Dixie off I459 exit 6 (same place as staging on Friday) at 11:00 am with briefing at 11:20 am, KSU 11:30 am. We will then line up and escort the Murkerson's to the cemetery, departure from Brown's will be 12:00 and graveside service will be at 1:00 pm.
Weather for the weekend will be Partly Sunny with T-Storms and temp will be in the mid to high 80's. Please remember to stay hydrated so bring water to drink and if necessary pack that wet gear and sun screen. Also for those of you who have 3 X 5 Flags please bring them because we only have a small number.
If you have any questions please contact Co Ride Captains Beverley and Marti Kiewel at bevkiewel@bellsouth.net or voyagerxii@bellsouth.net
Short Bus Passenger
Beverley
Co-Ride Captain AL
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Updated 03 Oct 07 at 2005 EDT by Cagerbob
GySgt. Herman J. Murkerson, Jr., 35, of Adger, AL, was killed by enemy action on 1 October, in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, as he defended this great nation.
The Patriot Guard Riders have been requested by the family of GySgt. Murkerson to attend his funeral services, providing escorts and flag lines in his Honor.
RC for this Mission: Beverly - "Short Bus Passenger"
Mission Details will follow soon.
Strength and Honor
Slinky
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DoD Identifies Marine Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Gunnery Sgt. Herman J. Murkerson Jr., 35, of Adger, Ala., died Oct. 1 while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 2, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C.
Media with questions about this Marine can contact the MCAS Cherry Point public affairs office (252) 466-2178. |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 2114
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| 02 Oct 2007 7:49 AM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the friends and family of GySgt.Murkerson in this most difficult time we are so sorry for your loss we will never forget you we will always have you in our hearts and will forever be grateful to you for our freedom rest well our hero you are with God now. |
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ac57
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A.L.R. Post 111 Dallas,Georgia
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| 02 Oct 2007 8:21 AM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Gunnery Sgt. Herman J. Murkerson during this very difficult time . We are eternally grateful for this Hero’s courage , service , and sacrifice for our Nation . We will never forget . 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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Uffda
Posts: 13725
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 02 Oct 2007 8:38 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
GySgt Herman J. Murkerson Jr. 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, Herman.
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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semperpapa
Posts: 1353
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 02 Oct 2007 11:34 AM |
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My most sincere condolences to the family of GySgt. Herman J. Murkerson Jr. for your great loss. May the Lord grant you peace and serenity in these times of sorrow.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. It will not be forgotten!
May God bless you all.
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Frank "Semperpapa"
"Beamer Rider"
VPF of a U.S. Marine
"God spoke Liberty only to those who love it and are always ready to guard and defend it"
Daniel Webster
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tsalagi
Posts: 50
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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| 02 Oct 2007 11:41 AM |
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| May God bless the family and friends of GySgt Murkerson. I pray that God's Holy Spirit would comfort you during this time and the coming days. Thank you seems so insignificant to say but it is only my attempt to express my gratitude and honor your sacrifice and it is meant from the bottom of my heart. I will be there in the line if you need us. |
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mailman
Posts: 22222
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 02 Oct 2007 11:47 AM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of GySgt Herman J. Murkerson Jr.. Rest In Peace Marine. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10137
Lacey, WA
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| 02 Oct 2007 12:14 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of GySgt. Herman J. Murkerson Jr., USMC. GySgt. Murkerson, 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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milktoast
Posts: 3705
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 02 Oct 2007 1:30 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of GySgt Herman Murkerson Jr. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart 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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Jasper54
Posts: 7188
Columbus, Ohio
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| 02 Oct 2007 2:08 PM |
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| I wish to offer my sincere prayers and most hearfelt sympathies to the family and friends of fellow US Marine Corps GySgt. Herman J. Murderson Jr. His service and Ultimate Sacrafice for the safety and xecurity of our nation must not be forgotten. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to keep you during this difficult time. |
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
Visit me at: www.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War;
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott, Capt. Dillon, Capt. Dolvin, Capt. Hurley, Capt. Cronin, Sgt. Kilkus, Sgt. Keller, Cpl. Romei, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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sdoise
Posts: 8298
Kinder, La.
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| 02 Oct 2007 2:22 PM |
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| I offer my heartfelt condolences to the family of GySgt. Herman J. Murkerson and my sincere appreciation of his 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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Southern_Eagle
Posts: 203
Havelock, N.C. Home of MCAS Cherry Point
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| 02 Oct 2007 2:47 PM |
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| Our deepest condolences to family and friends of GySgt Murkerson. I had the honor and privledge of meeting Murk here at Cherry Point, NC earlier this year. Your scarifice will never be forgotten. Rest well Marine. |
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Semper Fi
MSgt USMC Retired
(08/75-09/96)
Sqdrns served in VMA(AW)242, VMAT(AW)202, VMAQ-2, VMAQ-1, VMAQ-4, VMA(AW)224, VMA(AW)332, MALS-14 |
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Harley Harrold
Posts: 13202
Meridian, MS.
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| 02 Oct 2007 2:56 PM |
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| I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Herman J. Murkerson Jr. for the loss of this AMERICAN HERO who will not be forgotten. Stand tall sir, your mission is now complete. May you rest in the arms of our Lord with your brothers-in-arms who passed on before you. |
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ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL.
They may take my LIFE, but they will NEVER take my FREEDOM!
To my wife Anita, Love you always and forever babe!
"It is accomplished by the few for the many - FREEDOM!" John Harrold
USN 1971-1975
USAF 1975 - Present
Riding in memory of the Vietnam war, that it will NOT be repeated.
2007 Harley Davidson Fatboy ( Warrior) (My full time transportation)
Here be a Dragon ---- Houston, Texas!
Member of: American Legion, VFW Post 79, Post Jr. Vice Commander, MRF, NRA, Poplar Springs United Methodist Church, National HOG, Heart of Dixie HOG Chapter (Ala.), and the Harley Davidson Riders Club of Great Britain. I am a Full time biker [40+ years]. PGR member since 10/2006. My motto is, "Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!!" |
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CMA Prayer Warrior
Posts: 470
Decatur, AL
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| 02 Oct 2007 3:06 PM |
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| Lord, please comfort and grant your peace that surpasses all human understanding to the family and friends of GySgt. Herman J. Murkerson, Jr. Amen. This brave man answered the call of his country and his sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Take heart in that there are many Americans, many who have never met him, honoring GySgt. Murkerson for his courage and his service to this nation. There are also many Americans, and again many who do not know Herman or your family, praying for you right now. Call upon the Lord and He will strengthen you during this time of great loss. 1 Samuel 7:5...I will pray for you unto the Lord. |
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Joel 'Prayer Warrior' Stephens
Spec. 4, 91P20/91H20, US Army 1971 -1974
Christian Motorcyclists Association Prayer Warrior
1 Samuel 7:5...I will pray for you unto the Lord.
PROUD AIRBORNE DAD...HOOAH! |
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drpepper
Posts: 3089
Texas Gulf Coast
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| 02 Oct 2007 5:08 PM |
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Thank you GySgt Murkerson for your honorable and dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our great country....
My sincere heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American hero....
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It is the Military who salutes YOUR flag, who serves beneath YOUR flag, whose coffin is draped by YOUR flag, and who by their service allows the protester to burn YOUR flag.
Riding in memory of my home town friends who didn't return from Vietnam:
Pete Clark, Dennis Fisher (next door neighbor), & Tommy "Saba" Clark
377 Combat Support Group, 21st MedEvac, Vietnam 1969-1971
Riding a HD Fatboy....
Support your local
Viet Nam Vets MC / Legacy Vets MC
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custer7thcav
Posts: 9014
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 02 Oct 2007 5:25 PM |
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| My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family and friends of GySgt. Herman J. Murkerson. Thank you, sir, for your service and sacrifice. 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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Pinger
Posts: 2227
Lisbon, NY
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| 02 Oct 2007 6:22 PM |
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Thank you Herman, for your service and ultimate sacrifice for the preservation of FREEDOM ..... I SALUTE YOU
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of GSgt Herman J Murkerson Jr ................ a HERO |
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USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands. We shall need courage, energy and determination, but above all, we shall need faith-faith in ourselves, in our communities and in our country." --- Thomas E. Dewey |
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7117
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 02 Oct 2007 6:28 PM |
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God Bless Gsgt Herman J. Murkerson Jr., family and friends. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Great Warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom. May you rest in peace "A True American Hero". You will not be forgotten!
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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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To the family and friends of GSgt. Herman J Murkerson, Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the loss of your love one. He will never be forgotten.
GSgt Murkerson, Thank you for your service to our nation, Rest in peace
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Lambo
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Manchester, NH
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| 02 Oct 2007 6:51 PM |
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| Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family and friends of GSgt Herman J. Murkeson Jr. He will always be remembered as a Hero for his service to provide our freedom. Rest in peace with the Lord my brother your mission is accomplished. |
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"If you are ashamed to stand by your colors, you had better seek another flag."~Anonymous
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Slvrbrd
Posts: 127
Elkton, TN
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| 02 Oct 2007 6:57 PM |
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Our sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of this fallen Hero, GSgt Herman J. Murkerson Jr., Our Hearts are filled with sorrow for your untimly death in defense of this great Country, We thank you for your Service to keep this Country free and protecting our way of life, May God Bless you and welcome you into his Kingdom.
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Harry Hartman
Posts: 1095
Rochester, NY
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| 02 Oct 2007 7:18 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of GSgt. Herman J. Murkerson Jr.. The ultimate sacrifice of this True American Hero, will never be forgotten. May God help his family find peace at this most difficult time. |
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hybridharry
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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690MedCo
Posts: 4677
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 02 Oct 2007 8:00 PM |
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Thank you GSgt Herman J. Murkerson Jr. 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 help them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace young soldier.
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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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sandra63
Posts: 736
Huntsville, Al
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| 02 Oct 2007 8:06 PM |
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| GOD BLESS YOU ! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, THANK YOU FOR MY FREEDOM. I WILL BE IN PRAYER FOR THE FAMILY. |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5828
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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GSGT Mrukerson Jr.,
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.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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