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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 12348
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 15 Nov 2009 4:57 PM |
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This is the final Itinerary for the Patriot Guard Mission to honor John Edward Crawford, Sr., USA, Veteran, Frederick, MD. Mr. Crawford attained the rank of Master Sergeant in the Army during WWII and provided transportation to POW’s captured by allied forces. After his discharge from the Army, he spent time in the Maryland State Guard’s Bridge and Dam Division providing protection to the state’s bridges, dams, and utilities. An electrician by trade in civilian life, he retired in 1985.
He loved gardening and sharing the fruits of his labors with friends and family. He was also savvy with the computer and loved to play electronic games. Through is playful nature, he loved to clown around, he would put all who met him at ease. He was a true American Hero.
He was pre-deceased in 1955 by his wife, whom he called the love of his life, Betty Jane Reynolds-Crawford. He is survived by his children Trudy Crawford-Hill and John Crawford, Jr.; and a large extended family.
He passed away on November 15, 2009. Interment will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Frederick, MD, on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at approximately 1000 hrs.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009, Services 1000, Interment immediately following
Staging at 0915 - Brief 0930 - Flag Line 0945
Keeney and Basford Funeral Home
106 E. Church Street
Frederick, MD
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Please bring 3x5 flags for the flag line. There will be a procession from the funeral home to Mt. Olivet Cemetery. If your motorcycle is equipped, please bring 3x5 mounted flags. Be sure your rig is safe and secure. The current weather forecast for Frederick, Maryland, on Tuesday, November 17th is mostly sunny with a high of 58, low of 36 degrees. Dress appropriately for cold weather riding and for standing in the flag line.
Your ride captain for this mission is Kevin Rock, who can be reached at (202) 276-6277 - c.
Stand with us to remember this soldier and show him and his family our respect and honor.
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This is the final Itinerary for the Patriot Guard Mission to honor John Edward Crawford, Sr., USA, Veteran, Frederick, MD. Mr. Crawford attained the rank of Master Sergeant in the Army during WWII and provided transportation to POW’s captured by allied forces. After his discharge from the Army, he spent time in the Maryland State Guard’s Bridge and Dam Division providing protection to the state’s bridges, dams, and utilities. An electrician by trade in civilian life, he retired in 1985.
He loved gardening and sharing the fruits of his labors with friends and family. He was also savvy with the computer and loved to play electronic games. Through is playful nature, he loved to clown around, he would put all who met him at ease. He was a true American Hero.
He was pre-deceased in 1955 by his wife, whom he called the love of his life, Betty Jane Reynolds-Crawford. He is survived by his children Trudy Crawford-Hill and John Crawford, Jr.; and a large extended family.
He passed away on November 15, 2009. Interment will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Frederick, MD, on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at approximately 1000 hrs.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009, Services 1000, Interment immediately following
Staging at 0915 - Brief 0930 - Flag Line 0945
Keeney and Basford Funeral Home
106 E. Church Street
Frederick, MD
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Please bring 3x5 flags for the flag line. There will be a procession from the funeral home to Mt. Olivet Cemetery. If your motorcycle is equipped, please bring 3x5 mounted flags. Be sure your rig is safe and secure. The current weather forecast for Frederick, Maryland, on Tuesday, November 17th is mostly sunny with a high of 58, low of 36 degrees. Dress appropriately for cold weather riding and for standing in the flag line.
Your ride captain for this mission is Kevin Rock, who can be reached at (202) 276-6277 - c.
Stand with us to remember this soldier and show him and his family our respect and honor.
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twojrts
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TOU Enforcement Agent
Riding in memory of Bob Moyer, DE State Captain.
"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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monmixr
Posts: 2782
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 15 Nov 2009 5:01 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. |
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Eric C. Kuhn
"DustoffDoc"
Past Ride Captain, Illinois
Past ASRC, Illinois
Founder, Families For Forgotten Heroes
http://www.familiesforforgottenheroes.org
"Standing as Family for those that are alone"
When injustice becomes law.....resistance becomes duty.
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aoop
Posts: 3632
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 15 Nov 2009 5:41 PM |
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James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Afghanistan?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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mailman
Posts: 50557
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain (Retired) Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 15 Nov 2009 6:02 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army WWII Veteran John Edward Crawford, Sr.. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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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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Easy.
Posts: 9492
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 15 Nov 2009 6:03 PM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of John Edward Crawford, Sr., USA, WWII Veteran, Frederick, MD,.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you in our prayers.
GOD BLESS,
Barry (Easy) Bertolini
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Ride Safe and GOD BLESS,
BARRY (EASY) BERTOLINI
PGR NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
Email: barryb_28546 @yahoo.com
"A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want
in...And how many want out. Only two defining forces have ever offered
to die for you: Jesus Christ and the American Soldier..One died for our
soul, the other for our freedom."
PGR NC Calender
PGR: NC MySpace
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 25070
Lacey, WA
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| 15 Nov 2009 6:39 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of John Edward Crawford Sr., U.S. Army / WWII Veteran. Mr. Crawford, 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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Junius Henry
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kbell
Posts: 20237
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 15 Nov 2009 8:38 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of John Edward Crawford Sr. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. Thank you John for my freedoms. You are my hero. |
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Karen (kerrybell) Trone
If you are going to worry then don't pray...
If you are going to pray then don't worry !!
For I know the plans I have for you....
Jeremiah 29:11
Live simply. Love generously.
Care deeply. Speak kindly.
Leave the rest to God.
Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal.
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adjuster
Posts: 71
Indian Springs, MD (Western MD)
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| 15 Nov 2009 11:24 PM |
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| Thank you for your service. Rest in peace, Brother. |
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Ron Amos, PGR #18209
SSGT, US Army Intelligence, 1961-68 |
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sdoise
Posts: 22499
Duson, La.
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| 16 Nov 2009 8:32 AM |
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| I am sincerely grateful for the military service of John Edward Crawford, Sr. to protect our freedom and preserve our way of life. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Rest in peace. |
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Schelly "Toro"
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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towman95
Posts: 5232
Bullhead City Az. FORUM MODERATOR. Arizona Ride Captain
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| 16 Nov 2009 11:54 AM |
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TOU Enforcement Agent
FORUM MODERATOR
Az Ride Captain
USMC 1979 - 1983
FREEDOM ISNT FREE.
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 5700
Conroe,Texas
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| 16 Nov 2009 7:47 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of John Edward Crawford Sr. ,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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HDriderDave1
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Albertville, AL
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| 16 Nov 2009 7:55 PM |
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God Bless John Edward Crawford, 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 PGR brothers and sisters.
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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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SOMDHOG
Posts: 249
Southern Maryland ANC Ride Captain
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| 20 Nov 2009 7:52 PM |
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| I wish to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of John Crawford Sr. His greatful service to our nation will never be forgotten. May you rest in the arms of our Lord forever. |
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Warpig5
Posts: 3493
Camp Walton, Afghanistan.
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| 11 Apr 2010 2:41 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of John Edward Crawford, Sr., USA, WWII Veteran. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. Thank you for protecting the freedom of our country. You will always be remembered as a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". Rest easy, Soldier.
To those I love and to those who loved me:
When I am gone, release me, let me go.
I have so many things to see and do.
You must not tie yourself to me with tears
Be thankful for our beautiful years.
I gave to you my love you can only guess,
How much you gave to me in happiness,
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled alone.
So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must.
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a time that we must part
So, bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come.
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near
All my love around you soft and clear
And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and say,
"Welcome Home"
Riding in honor of my friend SGT Troy D. Jenkins, US Army, B co. 3-187th Infantry Regiment "Rakkasans", 101st Airborne Division, Killed In Action during OIF-I, 24 April 2003 Baghdad, Iraq.
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Thank you is just not enough; remember that only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you; Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. One chose to die for your soul, the other for your freedom!
Riding in honor of my friend SGT Troy D. Jenkins, United States Army, Company B, 3-187th Infantry Regiment "Rakkasans", 101st Airborne Division, Killed In Action during OIF-I, 24 April 2003 Baghdad, Iraq. |
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