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Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 09 May 2008 2:31 AM |
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Eugene Tester, 69, of Fergus Falls, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at his
home. A memorial service is planned at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, at Federated
Church in Fergus Falls, with the Rev. Doug Dent officiating. Burial will be
in Knollwood Memorial Gardens in Fergus Falls.
Visitation will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. prior to the service at the
church. Olson Funeral Home in Fergus Falls is in charge of arrangements.
Gene was a BT3 which is the Navy's designation for a Boilerman Technician
Third Class Petty Officer. Same as an E-4 in all services. He was stationed
on the USS Cabildo, an LSD-16 ship, in the Mid-Pacific, and Korean Theaters
from 1957-61.
We will stand the Flagline until the Service starts. Then from the time the
Service ends until we escort Gene to his final resting place in Knollwood
Memorial Gardens. We will setup a Flagline at the Cemetery until the Family
leaves, then we will dismiss.
Staging:
We will stage from 10:30am in the Perkins Restaurant parking lot on the
corner of I-94 and Highway 210 in Fergus Falls.
Briefing at 11:00am, ride to the Church.
Setup Flagline from 11:15am (Family arives at 11:30am) to 1:30pm. We will
resume Flagline before Service ends then Escort to the Cemetery. Cagers will
stand the Flagline until we leave the Chuch, then dismiss. This is subject
to change with the weather, and number of bikes.
Dismiss: when Family leaves, approx. 2:30-3:00pm.
#1, BE SAFE. Watch the weather. At this time (Thursday night), it is
supposed to sprinkle on us on Saturday with a high of 47.
Remember to be self sufficient (clothes, water, food,etc). Remember your 3X5
Flag.
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Dave Brimer
Alexandria sector ARC/HOTH
Fergus Falls VA Home HOTH
MN Patriot Guard
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"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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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1445
Warner Robins, GA Ride Captain Southwest Region
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| 09 May 2008 4:07 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Tester family and friends in the loss of Eugene. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Eugene served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself. |
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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
I suppose, in a way, this has become part of my soul. It is a symbol of my life. Whatever I have done that really matters, I've done wearing it. When the time comes, it will be in this that I journey forth. What greater honor could come to an American, and a soldier?
Douglas MacArthur
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Jasper54
Posts: 7188
Columbus, Ohio
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| 09 May 2008 4:09 AM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Navy Veteran, BT3 Eugene Tester. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you lay your loved one to rest. |
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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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mailman
Posts: 22222
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 09 May 2008 4:35 AM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Navy Veteran BT3 Eugene Tester. Sailor Rest Your Oar. |
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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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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7117
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 09 May 2008 5:28 AM |
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God Bless Eugene Tester, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there 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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Annette
Posts: 676
Davenport, Ia
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| 09 May 2008 5:30 AM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of USN Veteran BT3 Eugene Tester. |
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'No Greater Love is this that a man is willing to lay down his life for another.' Only two men were willing to sacrifice their lives for us-Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. Neither of which can ever fully be repaid.
Thank you for your Service and my Freedoms. Your sacrifices will never go unnoticed. I am grateful to live in a country made up of volunteers like you. Your choice to protect our Nation and put your self on the line can never be repaid.
Semper Fi (for you Dad),
Annette 'Patches" Wood
In memory of my father USMC LCPL William S. Wood
Proud daughter of a USMC Korea War Veteran
Patriot Guard Rider Member
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
American Legion Womens Auxillary member
All Era Veterans Healing Field committee member
Proud and grateful to honor our Veterans
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mr_stainglass
Posts: 1099
Gloucester Virginia
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| 09 May 2008 6:07 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of Eugene Tester. Thank you Eugene for your service to our nation and the sacrafices you made along the way for the liberties of freedom. Fair Winds and Following Seas. Rest Easy. |
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Robert Magill RMC (SW) USN retired
"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty." -- John F. Kennedy |
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mlmsan
Posts: 6966
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 09 May 2008 6:12 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of BT3 Eugene Tester, U.S. Navy Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for BT3 Eugene Tester's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. BT3 Eugene Tester, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May your sails always be full and the wind eternally to your back. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
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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sdoise
Posts: 8298
Kinder, La.
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| 09 May 2008 6:16 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Eugene Tester 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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T-Bone
Posts: 2787
Georgia
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| 09 May 2008 6:18 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of BT3 Eugene Tester, United States Navy Veteran, and American Hero. Thank you Mr. Tester for your service to our Country and our Freedom. Rest at Ease Soldier, your mission here is completed. |
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T-Bone and Keepher
West Side Waffle House Gang
US Army Security Agency 1965-69
May we NEVER FORGET THE PRICE OF FREEDOM, and those WHO PAID THAT PRICE....
Ga PGR,... Part of It, Proud of It! |
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Lisajan
Posts: 2188
A-Town, GA
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| 09 May 2008 6:30 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Gene Tester... Thank you Mr Tester for your service to our country and being a great uncle to my Buddy Crash.. You will be sadly missed....
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Lisa (Lisajan) Hinson
AKA, Uppity, Sassy, Chop
Notorious Westsider
There is good and bad in everything...swany...
SSG Paul "swany" Swanson
Non nobis solum nati sumus....Not for ourselves only are we born
Riding in memory of SGT Jennifer Hartman
KIA 9/14/2006
Riding in memory of JonD WWR family member.
Riding in Memory of SPC Justin W. Johnson
KIA April 10, 2004...Never Forgotten...
Riding in Memory Of Staff Sgt Shaun J. Whitehead, KIA April 24th, 2008...
Never Forget...
"Warriors Watch Riders" member
"Patriot Guard Riders" member
"The American Flag does not fly because the wind moves past it. The American Flag flies from the last breath of each Soldier, Sailor, Airman & Marine who has died protecting it."
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thunt111
Posts: 1798
Woodstock, Ga.
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| 09 May 2008 6:54 AM |
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| The Hunt family sends our Condolences to the family of Eugene Tester. Thanks to Mr. Tester for serving our Great Country.
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Tom Hunt
USAF 1973-1982
You'll know when I'm serious.
Southeastern Kentucky born Thoroughbred Hillbilly.
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kdwhitley
Posts: 1054
Golden, CO
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| 09 May 2008 7:03 AM |
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The family and friends of BT3 Eugene Tester have our deepest sympathies. You are in our prayers. We appreciate the service of BT3 Tester.
God Bless
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Army Dad & Dell's Grandpa!
Blue Star Parent-Serving in honor of CPT Ryan Whitley, 82nd Airborne.
The stern hand of fate has scourged us to an elevation where we can see the great everlasting things that matter for a nation; the great peaks of honour we had forgotten - duty and patriotism, clad in glittering white; the great pinnacle of sacrifice pointing like a rugged finger to heaven. ~David Lloyd George
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10137
Lacey, WA
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| 09 May 2008 7:04 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of BT3. Eugene Tester, U.S. Navy. BT3. Tester, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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vander177
Posts: 4554
Vandergrift, PA
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| 09 May 2008 7:11 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Navy Veteran BT3 Eugene Tester. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on WALL!
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
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
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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hippie22
Posts: 821
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| 09 May 2008 7:20 AM |
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Gene thank you for standing tall and proud in serving our great nation. It is the nations turn now to stand in honor for you. I know that our Mn. brothers and sisters will do a great job of honoring you and your family.
Crash be careful and have a safe trip when you head back south. |
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Turn signals can save lives. Maybe even your own. So PLEASE PLEASE use them!!! |
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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 09 May 2008 8:03 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of U.S. Navy veteran Eugene Tester. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Eugene. Rest in peace sailor. I salute you.
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satyr
Steve Roma
USAF 1976 - 1980, TAC
Dry Hill AFS, Watertown, NY
Finland AFS, Finland, MN
We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies.
- Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
Inspired by the poem "In Flanders Field" |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 980
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 09 May 2008 9:48 AM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of BT3 Eugene Tester! "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand here in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” |
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Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider #141280
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Chapter 777
Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, In The SANDBOX
Proud Grandfather of B. Mathews Airman USAF, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman First Class USAF, In Az.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 2nd Cav, In The SANDBOX
Riding in Memory of:
My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas
Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA 2/23/68 Vietnam , Texas
Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA 2/25/68 Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Vietnam, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history |
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MsMaurauder
Posts: 417
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| 09 May 2008 10:36 AM |
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| I'll miss you Unc; you were many things to me, and words alone cannot tell you how much I appreciate all that you've done for me over the years. I'll always remember how very special you are, I will not forget you. I'm sorry I couldn't be here for you.
Rest easy Sir, as your watch has been completed. May your sails be filled with warm, gentle winds. I love you, and will stand for you, as you have stood watch for me.
Rest, and I will see you again.
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wvhusker
Posts: 5828
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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BT3 Eugene Tester,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your 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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GI Johnson
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| 09 May 2008 12:23 PM |
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| Stand down BT3 Tester.....your duty here is through. Crash and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers...Jan and Joe |
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Ridley
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| 09 May 2008 1:46 PM |
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| Our deepest sympathy to family and friends of BT3 Tester, you are in our hearts and prayers. We are grateful for his service to our current freedoms. Crash, we are standing in spirit with our MN brothers to honor your Uncle Gene, please know we hold you close in our thoughts. |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 9014
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 09 May 2008 2:29 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of BT3 Eugene Tester. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. 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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Uffda
Posts: 13725
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 09 May 2008 4:04 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of BT3 Eugene Tester, USN Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Eugene.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
He will lead me through.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
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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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wintergreencourt
Posts: 1989
Fussant, GA
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| 09 May 2008 4:09 PM |
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| Our sincere condolances to the family of BT3 Eugene Tester on your loss, with special condolances to our friend Crash, Gene's nephew and a special member of the Georgia PGR. Crash, we are with you in spirit as you stand for your beloved uncle, and wish you Godspeed in your travels to honor him. God bless all of you during this difficult time. And God bless Eugene Tester. Mission complete sailor.
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R.G. "Bobby" Byrne
Notorious Westsiders
Charter Member
770-364-4393
Blue Star Parents of
Cpl. Justin Anthony Schultz
3/14 Mike Battery, USMC
Georgia Patriot Guard Member
Georgia Warriors Watch Member
Never forgotten.....
~ Army Sgt. Jennifer Hartman, KIA 9/14/06
~ Marine Lcpl. Cody Warren, KIA 11/10/06
Riding in memory of my father,
Lt. Cmdr. Charlie Byrne, USN
1911-1990
"...and I won't forget the men who died, who gave that right to me."
"You're his witness now. Without a witness, they just disappear."
GOD IS GREAT, BEER IS GOOD, AND PEOPLE ARE CRAZY! |
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