Wescoot2 
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Keith Callaway
MSgt, USAF (Ret)
District 7 Adjutant, American Legion Department of Iowa
President, Western Iowa American Legion Riders
State Captain, Iowa Patriot Guard Riders
712-527-2898
keith@glenwoodtechnology.com
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No. 469-06 IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 23, 2006 Media Contact: Marine Corps Public Affairs - (703) 614-4309
Public/Industry(703)428-0711
DoD Identifies Marine Casualties
The Department of Defense announced today the death of three
Marines who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Sgt. David R. Christoff, 25, of Rossford, Ohio
Lance Cpl. William J. Leusink, 21, of Maurice, Iowa
Lance Cpl. Benito A. Ramirez, 21, of Edinburg, Texas
Ramirez died May 21, while conducting combat operations against
enemy forces in Al Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion,
5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp
Pendleton, Calif.
Christoff and Leusink both died May 22, from wounds received while
conducting combat operations against enemy forces in Al Anbar province, Iraq.
They were both assigned to 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine
Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay,
Hawaii.
Media with questions about Ramirez can call the Camp Pendleton
Public Affairs Office at (760) 725-5044. Media with questions about Christoff
and Leusink can call the Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay Public Affairs Office
at (808) 257-8870.
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gochiefs24
Posts: 112
Panora Iowa
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| 23 May 2006 7:36 PM |
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duc900rider
Posts: 60
Papillion, NE
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| 23 May 2006 8:01 PM |
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God bless this young warriors family and friends.
It would be an honor to attend and hsow our support.
Standing by in Papillion, NE |
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We, and all others who believe in freedom as deeply as we do, would rather die on our feet than live on our knees.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
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areallyniceguy
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| 23 May 2006 8:01 PM |
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| my prayers are with the family standing by in south west missouri ready to ride land of the free by the blood of the brave |
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R.J.Bailey Joplin Missouri,Proud Parent of an American Soldier(Land of the free by the blood of the brave) PGR Member#13326 ( Liberty, when it begins to take root, it's a plant of rapid growth, George Washington 1" U. S. Preident) |
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Tina CMA
Posts: 605
Avondale, AZ
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| 23 May 2006 8:13 PM |
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| my heart goes out to the family of this Hero. Rest in Peace Cpl Leusink your duty is done. Thank you for your service to our country. |
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Tina CMA
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tommye
Posts: 131
Alton, Iowa.
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| 23 May 2006 8:22 PM |
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| This one hits too close to home. Like 10 miles too close. My hearfelt prayers and respect go out to the family of this fine warrior. The NW Iowa Chapter of the ALR has already been contacted to participate in this detail, and We humbly accepted. Will know more later after the State Captain of the PGR does his part. If the mission is a go there is some motels within a 10-12 mile radius, also my home could be opened up to accept a few, if you don't mind sleeping on the floor. Rest in peace Cpl Leusink. It will be an HONOR to serve you and your family in this time of grief. Keith, If you need any help let me know. Standing by. |
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USMC Vet '80-'89, Proud ANG Dad
PGR member #7023
NW Ia PGR Ride Captain
NW Ia ALR Vice Prez
Independant Riders for Children and Charities
Floyd Post 200 Commander
In memory of Sgt Dan Sesker, Pfc Willy Thorne, L/Cpl Dan Leusink, Cpl Chad Groepper, and George Spain.
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jmspencer
Posts: 32
Story County, IA
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| 23 May 2006 8:47 PM |
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irgoofyg
Posts: 42
Marne Iowa
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| 23 May 2006 9:21 PM |
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"and crown thy good, with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea"
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Crosbo
Posts: 61
Holstein, Iowa
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| 23 May 2006 9:42 PM |
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my heart goes out to the family. Rest in Peace Cpl Leusink. Thank you for your service to our country. Ready to roll in Holstein. |
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Iowa Air National Guard 1981 to 1988
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Stormin
Posts: 100
Central nebraska
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| 23 May 2006 10:18 PM |
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| All depends on the timing and work but standing by in Central nebraska |
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oldgoldstar
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| 23 May 2006 10:19 PM |
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| My prayers and sincere condolences go to the family of LCPL. Leusnik for their painful loss. To LCPL. Leusnik, I salute you and honor you for the service, valor and sacrifice you have given your country. Rest in peace, the watch has changed. |
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TSgtPrice
Posts: 36
Bellevue NE
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| 23 May 2006 11:44 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family for thier great loss of LCpl Leusink. I am standing by and ready to ride from Bellevue. |
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Darryl Price
PGR Ride Captain
CMA Road Captain
Bellevue NE
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Truemensa
Posts: 197
Bullhead City, Arizona
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| 23 May 2006 11:51 PM |
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| May God stretch out his hand to the Leusink Family at this time of need. My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of this true hero...God Bless You All. |
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Garry Van Kirk
PGR
Bullhead City, Arizona
Sacred; adj. Dedicated to a person or purpose: a memorial sacred to those killed in battle.
Consecrated by love and reverence.
It's Not An Adventure; It's A Lifestyle; For Life!
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Bob-o
Posts: 65
Sioux Center, Iowa
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| 24 May 2006 5:54 AM |
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You have given all Lance Cpl Leusink, may God rest your soul and place you in that special part of Heaven reserved for heroes. The red of our flag is now deeper by your sacrifice, the white more brilliant and the stars shining brighter. I am within 8 miles of his home and will assist anyone with lodging arrangements with friends. |
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rp2olman
Posts: 14
Northwest Missouri
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| 24 May 2006 6:50 AM |
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| Standing by to honor this fallen hero. Prayers to the families of Lance Cpl. William J. Leusink. |
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doublem
Posts: 79
Marathon, IA
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| 24 May 2006 7:21 AM |
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| My prayers go out to the family. My home is also open to friends and family that need a place to stay. I live 10 miles south. May God ease the sorrow and suffering of your family and replace it with the fondest of memories. As I ride with the NW Iowa Legion Riders, we will be there for you. |
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Southern Reb
Posts: 69
Eldora
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| 24 May 2006 7:52 AM |
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| Prayers and thoughts to the family.. Standing by in Eldora... |
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 24 May 2006 8:05 AM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Lance Corporal William J. Leusink.
May this Marine Hero Rest in Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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ItsButaDream55
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Anderson, Indiana
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| 24 May 2006 8:10 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family of Lance Cpl. William J. Leusink. Thank you Corporal for your service, devotion to duty, and ultimate sacrifice for your country. You are a true hero who will not be forgotton. God's Blessings and comfort to the family and friends of this young American hero in their time of grief. |
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SO NIGH IS GRANDEUR TO OUR DUST
SO NEAR IS GOD TO MAN
WHEN DUTY WHISPERS LOW,
THOU MUST!
THE YOUTH REPLIES, I CAN!
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Slopoke
Posts: 129
Tucson
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| 24 May 2006 8:38 AM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Lance Cpl Leusink. May William rest in peace, he has completed his mission. |
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Bluzmn59
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| 24 May 2006 8:45 AM |
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| As an Iowa native, I extend my sincerest condolences to the family of LCpl Leusink. Unfortunately, I will probably not be able to ride on this mission, but will certainly be there in spirit. Rest easy, Marine. |
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rwb4312
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Bellevue, NE
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| 24 May 2006 9:30 AM |
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| My thoughts and prayer go out to the Leusink family. Standing by ready to ride in Bellevue, NE. |
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beprobst
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| 24 May 2006 9:31 AM |
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God bless Cpl. Leusink, a true American hero. Standing by in Council Bluffs.
All for Him,
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quadkc
Posts: 120
Glenwood, Iowa
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| 24 May 2006 10:17 AM |
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| We have received the invite from the family. This mission is a GO. I will post details when confirmed. |
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Keith Callaway
MSgt, USAF (Ret)
Retired PGR State Captain for Iowa
Director, Western Iowa American Legion Riders
712-527-2155
keith@kcallaway.com
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Pyro
Posts: 4
LeMars,IA
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| 24 May 2006 10:43 AM |
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| Thoughts and Prayers with the Leusinks, standing by 10 miles south of Maurice, if anyone needs help making arrangements to stay in this area let me know. |
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