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jrjensen 
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Troutdale, OR
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| 03 Nov 2009 2:28 PM |
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| America has lost another young soldier who gave his life in service to our nation. To the family and friends of PFC. Christopher I. Walz, please know that he will always be remembered and honored as one who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
US Army Security Agency, 1966-67
Riding in memory of Lt. Col. James W Jensen (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) and 1st Lt. B Virginia Jensen, US Army Nurses Corps, WWII
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mlmsan
Posts: 7885
Gainesville, Georgia 30501
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| 03 Nov 2009 2:52 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of PFC. Christopher I. Walz, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for PFC. Christopher I. Walz, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. PFC. Christopher I. Walz, you are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Peace Be to Us All
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@live.com
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 Cavalry 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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SpyderRyder
Posts: 4255
Orange Park, FL
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| 04 Nov 2009 12:42 AM |
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Thank you for your service PFC Walz. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.” |
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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
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scruffy_the_pirate
Posts: 105
Manhattan IL 60442
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| 04 Nov 2009 10:43 PM |
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| My family extends our heartfelt condolences to the family of PFC Christopher Walz.
Your service and ultimate sacrifice for your country will not be forgotten.
Rest in peace, young man
Scruffy & Phoof
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3948
Conroe,Texas
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| 05 Nov 2009 12:50 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. Christopher I. Walz ,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Paul E. Babb Sr.-
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
..................... " We Will Stand Until Someone Stands For Us ".......................................
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
Motorcycle Marshal MS-150
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider .............. " Standing For Those Who Stood For Us "
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas.........................." We Do What We Do Because We Care "
If you have missed knowing me, you have missed nothing. If you have
missed some of my emails, you might have missed a laugh or two .
.....................Riding in memory of....................................................... Riding in Honor of
..............................................................My Dad ..........................................My Brother
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr. ........................Pfc. Leslie Babb.............................. E4. Roger Babb
MCSO-3102 ...............................................WW II ....................................... Vietnam Vet.
DIUSMC Paris Island, Beaufort SC.......... ....42 - 45 ............................................. 68 - 69
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MomZor
Posts: 685
Temecula
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| 05 Nov 2009 3:47 PM |
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To the family and friends of the ever so young Pfc Christopher Walz,
There are no words or platitudes that can temper your pain. I can’t think of anything in life that could be more painful, then the loss of a loved one, especially a son.
I would, however, like to take a moment to remind you that as deep as the hole in your heart feels at this time, it will be filled over time with the wonderful times spent together.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal” ~From a headstone in Ireland
Thank you Christopher for your service to our nation, and it's people, you are a hero to all.
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MomZor,
Temecula, CA
A Gold Star and Blue Star Mom
Proud PGR member #166128
In Loving Memory of Son Army Combat Medic
Spc Christopher Melvin Wainright
Born on the 4th of July 1982 and Died on the 23rd of January 2009 at 26 years old
Joined Air Force 2000 - THEN - Joined Army 2006
"OIF" Iraq 11/07 thru 01/09
  
In Support of Son Active Duty Marine Machine Gunner
Lcpl David Buck Wainright
Joined - The Marines - 2007
"OEF" Afghanistan 04/08 thru 11/08
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Marv
Posts: 551
Sandy,Utah
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| 06 Nov 2009 6:54 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the Walz family. May the Lord give you peace and comfort. Thank you for your service to our wonderful country. God Bless!
Marv
PGR - Ohio District 1 RC
ALR - Director NorthWest Ohio
Ohio American Legion Post 669 |
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USAF6367
Posts: 129
Lake Oswego, OR
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| 07 Nov 2009 7:45 AM |
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| Thank you Christopher I. Walz for your service to your country—you may be gone, but never forgotten. Rest in peace, for your mission is complete. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Christopher’s family and friends—may God bless and comfort them. |
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John Hanan II
USAF 1963-1967
“THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL”
Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away
http://www.IraqWarHeroes.org
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ipfrev
Posts: 253
Walk it, don't talk it. Keizer, Oregon
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| 07 Nov 2009 10:41 AM |
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"Ask not for whom the bell tolls, it tolls for thee."
The echo of "Taps" may fade away on the breeze, but the memory of Pfc. Christopher Walz will linger in the hearts and minds of America's patriots forever.
May the family and friends if this awesome young man take comfort in the peace of Almighty God.
God bless you and go before you.
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Rev. Matthew Price
BLK RGT
AMA-Life, NRA-Life, MRF, A.B.A.T.E. Or.
US Army Korea '60-'61
Isaiah 6:8 ~ Gal 1:10 ~ Laus Deo
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Pattie
Posts: 1413
New Haven County, CT
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| 08 Nov 2009 4:54 AM |
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In Honor of my Dad
Stanley John Ptak, Sr. USN AMM2C WWII
America's real heroes don't flaunt what they did; they quietly go about their day-to-day lives, doing what they do best. They earned our respect and the freedoms that we all enjoy. Thank you to America's heroes! |
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KevinsDriftboat
Posts: 32
In, on, or near a Steelhead river in Oregon
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| 09 Nov 2009 8:57 AM |
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| Ian, thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice. I will be there to help bring you home on Thursday.
James and I threw a few casts in your honor into the Deschutes on Saturday. |
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Mitch of KevinsDriftboat.com
Take a Soldier Fishing! on ifish.net
wWw.TakeASoldierFishing.com
"Lost Lonely Cowboy" with
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Beaconkeeper
Posts: 98
Port Orchard Wa.
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| 09 Nov 2009 2:14 PM |
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| Our deepest condolances to the family,friends and comrades of PFC Walz My heart bleeds for this fallen warrior Standing by in Port Orchard |
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HD3
Posts: 585
Shelby Ohio
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| 10 Nov 2009 10:08 AM |
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To the family of PFC. Christopher I. Walz, please accept our heartfelt condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you PFC. Christopher I. Walz for being a true hero. Thank you for standing for all of us in America. God be with you now as you stand down and rest in His arms.
Harold and Pearl Diller
HD3 and HD3's
District #2 RC Ohio
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jeffmcpa
Posts: 382
Pacific Western Regional Captain
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| 11 Nov 2009 10:23 AM |
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My prayers go out for PFC. Christopher I. Walz and for the friends and family left behind.
We know that there are no words to soften the pain of your loss but I pray that your God will help you find peace and comfort you and guide you through dealing with your loss.
We will not forget the service and sacrifice of PFC. Walz to protect our country and way of life. He is truly an American Hero.
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jeffmcpa@patriotguard.org
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whacko
Posts: 36
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| 13 Nov 2009 3:34 AM |
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To the family and friends of Private First Class Christopher I. Walz our hearts and prayers go out to you....Your burden is great at this time....To know that so many Americans wish you the best at this time can be very overwhelming..... Let it be known that Christopher resides with God now....Thank You from the bottoms of our hearts...the Patriot Guard riders across America.... Godspeed Private First Class Christopher I. Walz... Memory of you will not be forgotten...HOOORAAAH !
Steve West/Ride Captain/Cowlitz-Wahkiakum/Castle Rock ,Washington
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ricehogg
Posts: 259
Portland Oregon
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| 13 Nov 2009 5:39 AM |
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| My heart goes out to the family and friends of PFC. Christopher Walz. It will be my honor to escort and stand to honor you. Thank you for your sacrifice so that I can still enjoy the freedoms that many take for granted. |
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Rev. Ricehogg
Riding in honor of My dad "Pancho" USS Boxer cv21 1941-1945
[retired...1961]
1905 - 1981
I prefer to bear no title but that of "servant".
All that is necessary for evil to conquer, is for Good men to do Nothing....Edmund Burke
*Iraq War Hero's
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MOGVET
Posts: 38
Steilacoom, WA
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| 13 Nov 2009 12:52 PM |
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| Rest in peace brother may God Bless you for your service and sacrifice. Although not present I will ride in spirit. |
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MOGVET PGR No. 17109
For those who understand, no explanation is necessary and for those that don't... no explanation is possible. |
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690MedCo
Posts: 4739
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 14 Nov 2009 11:17 AM |
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| Thank you 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 ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace. |
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Glen Owsley
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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LynnVaughn
Posts: 3
VANCOUVER, WA
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| 14 Nov 2009 9:44 PM |
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It was an honor to ride and stand up for PFC Ian WalzThursday and Today. He will be missed by this world but rest assured that this special soldier is with God now and other soldiers who have welcomed him home with their open arms.
God Bless This Soldier & His Mother Vicky....Our Prayers And Wishes Will Always Be With You Always !
Lynn Vaughn
1968-1999 (Ret First Sergeant)
USMC - SEMPER FI'
lynnvaughn515@comcast.net
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jwilsr
Posts: 424
Macungie, PA
Ride Captain
PA Region 5
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| 19 Nov 2009 11:39 AM |
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To the family and friends of PFC Christopher I. Walz I offer my sincere condolences and sympathies. Thank you Christopher for your selfless commitment to our nation and freedom. Your watch has ended and while you leave us in body you live with us forever in spirit. God bless you and your loved ones. Stand down now my brother and rest in eternal peace.
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A Soldier's Prayer
(author unknown)
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
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Jack Williams
USAF '63 - '67
Pleiku, RVN '66 - '67
Florida Army National Guard '74 - '78
Standing to honor my hero, my father - WW II US Navy
In Memory of LCPL Luke McCulloch, The Royal Irish Regiment, and all Coalition Forces
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davec
Posts: 586
Stevenson, WA
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| 21 Nov 2009 8:25 PM |
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****RIDE REPORT*****
Members from the Patriot Guard, Oregon Veterans Motorcyle Association, and American Legion Riders braved the low 30's morning air to come together for the memorial services for our fallen hero, Christopher Ian Walz, on Saturday, November 14th. This was the 2nd Phase of this mission, as we had welcomed Ian home on Thursday afternoon, November 12th, to Portland. On that mission we had 64 bikes and 73 members to honor this young man and his family as we escorted him and his family to Evergreen Memorial Gardens in Vancouver. Additionally, the Air National Guard had a missing man formation of F-15's take off just as the honor guard was placing Ian into the Coach, an absolutely awesome site.
Saturday, there were a total of 83 patriots, 76 bikes and 5 cages as we assembled the flagline at the Portland Air National Guard airbase outdoor pavillion. A cordon of flags and members at present arms welcomed the Missing Man formation, Coach, and family as they arrived in the crisp morning air. During the service, as I presented the plaque to Vicky, Ian's mom, she whispered "this is the best one of all"!!
After the service, as the family went to the gymnasium to greet those that came, members stood guard over the coach until it was time to escort Ian and his family back over to the Evergreen Memorial Gardens. We are very blessed to live in an area that we have the amazing support from local law enforcement jurisdictions that protect the procession as we escort our heroes and their families. They do a superb job, shutting down the freeway so only the procession is on it, and closing roadways on the route. I can't say enough about the support and our appreciation for their involvement with our missions, especially during such tight budget times.
My thanks also to the Assistant Ride Captain Steve Guild. His coordination with this mission was invaluable. When we arrived back at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, the Patriot Guard were honored as the final pallbearers that brought Ian back inside to his family's private room.
It was an honor and humbling to be the Ride Captain for Ian's final journey home. And it was a great honor to be among each and every one of you as we welcomed this American Hero to his final resting place. There were several of you that stepped up and helped make this mission as successful as it was. You are all truly amazing and again, thank you all, you are all true American Patriots!!! And to our hero,........God's speed Ian, God's speed.
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SW Washington District Captain
Stevenson, WA
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