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Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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Updated 23 Jun 09 1707 edt S Sturgis
John Fowler
US Army Major - Retired
New Richmond, WI / Fort Snelling, MN
June 26, Friday
We have been invited by the family to join friends and family in sharing in a celebration of John's life. John Fowler was a long time member of the St. Croix Valley Riders and is retired from the Army as a Major with 20+ years of service. He then worked for Minnesota National Guard as a Maintenance Officer of the Army Aviation Support Facility.
This mission has two phases:
Phase I
Funeral Service – New Richmond, WI
Friday
June 26, 2009 0930 hours
Church of Christ
1491 Co Rd A
New Richmond, WI
Staging 0830
Flagline 0900
A luncheon for all will be held immediately after the church service and then the Patriot Guard Riders have been asked to lead the procession to Fort Snelling. John’s ashes will be carried on his bike by his son and his fiancé.
ETD 1100 We will meet up with MN Patriot Guard just across the river.
Estimated Time of Arrival at Fort Snelling is 1215 hours. We will be guided in by Minnesota Patriot Guard.
Due to the road conditions around Fort Snelling, membership may be asked to stay back beyond the meeting point across the river in Minnesota.
If there are too many riders to be accommodated at Fort Snelling, Saint Croix Valley Riders have priority.
Wisconsin Ride Captain is Gary Larson is (ggary015@centurytel.net)
Phase II
Interment:
FT Snelling National Cemetery
Staging Information:
FT Snelling Horse Barn, http://tinyurl.com/9el3p8
Across from the Federal Building at:
1 Federal Drive
Fort Snelling, MN 55111-4080
Details
10:45 am : Staging opens
11:45 am : Briefing
11:55 am : Kick Stands Up
12:00 pm : Assembly Area #3
12:10 pm : Set flag line
12:15 pm : Interment Services
Bring a 3x5 US flag and be prepared to be self-sufficient at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Projected Weather is for 89 degrees with a 30% chance of thunder showers.
Minnesota RCIC: Rick Williams SE Metro Sector metrose@mnpatriotguard.org ________________________________________________________________________ John Fowler US Army Major - Retired New Richmond, WI June 26, Friday
We have been invited by the family to join friends and family in sharing in a celebration of John's life. John Fowler was a long time member of the St. Croix Valley Riders and is retired from the Army as a Major with 20+ years of service. He then worked for Minnesota National Guard as a Maintenance Officer of the Army Aviation Support Facility.
Service Details:
Funeral Service
June 26, Friday 0930
Church of Christ
1491 Co Rd A
New Richmond, WI
Staging 0830
Flagline 0900
A luncheon for all will be held immediately after the church service and then the Patriot Guard Riders have been asked to lead the procession to Fort Snelling. John’s ashes will be carried on his bike by his son and his fiancé©.
ETD 1100
Arrival at Fort Snelling is 1215 hours. We will be guided in by Minnesota Patriot Guard. Due to the road conditions around Fort Snelling, membership may be asked to stay back beyond the meeting point across the river in Minnesota. If there are too many riders to be accommodated at Fort Snelling, Saint Croix Valley Riders have priority.
Gary Larson is Ride Captain ggary015@centurytel.net
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"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
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Easy.
Posts: 8424
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of MAJ (Ret) John Fowler, USA, Minneapolis, MN.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you in our prayers.
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Ride Safe and GOD BLESS,
BARRY (EASY) BERTOLINI
PGR NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
Email: barryb_28546 @yahoo.com
CMA Member (Christian Motorcycle Association)
"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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Uffda
Posts: 13978
Wonder Lake, IL
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of MAJ (Ret) John Fowler, USA, 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, John.
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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custer7thcav
Posts: 9270
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 23 Jun 2009 4:15 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Major John Fowler. Thank you, sir, for your service. 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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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10921
Lacey, WA
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| 23 Jun 2009 7:21 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Maj. John Fowler, U.S. Army Retired. Maj. Fowler, 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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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 23 Jun 2009 8:49 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of U.S. Army (ret) veteran, Maj John Fowler. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John, thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedoms and interests. Rest in peace sir. I salute you.
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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"
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 3896
Orange Park, FL
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| 23 Jun 2009 10:26 PM |
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Thank you for my freedom MAJ Fowler. 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
It's all about freedom! |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5997
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 24 Jun 2009 12:54 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF MAJ. JOHN FOWLER (USA/RET). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE JOHN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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monmixr
Posts: 2191
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 24 Jun 2009 1:14 AM |
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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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Its NOT about the ride, Its about the SOLDIER, for Christ's sake!
Eric C. Kuhn
Ride Captain
Illinois Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of CPT Steven M. Strickland B/3 AVN BN 15 SEP 1980
In memory of CW3 Donald G. Cicuzza Jr.
In memory of Carl W. Kuhn WWII Vet. 1927-2009 |
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mailman
Posts: 24548
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 24 Jun 2009 5:47 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Veteran Major (Ret) John Fowler. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Billboy
Posts: 5839
Webster, Fl.
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| 24 Jun 2009 5:55 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of US Army, (Ret) Maj. John Fowler, Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you for your Service. Rest in Peace and God be with you. “You Will Forever Be Remembered”
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Senior Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, Fl.
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mr_stainglass
Posts: 1099
Gloucester Virginia
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| 24 Jun 2009 6:57 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of John Fowler. Thank you John for your service to our nation and for the sacrafices you made along the way for the liberties of freedom. |
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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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sdoise
Posts: 9112
Duson, La.
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| 24 Jun 2009 8:07 AM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of John Fowler and my sincere appreciation of his military 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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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 4116
Lexington, NC
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| 24 Jun 2009 9:31 AM |
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MAJ (Ret) John Fowler earned my respect and gratitude when he stepped up to serve our country for so many years. His efforts to make the world a safer place will be remembered with honor and appreciation by this American family.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. You are in my prayers during this time of sorrow.
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Living in the Land of the Free
BECAUSE of the Brave |
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Bompa Rog
Posts: 531
SCPGR Upstate Mentor Team
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| 24 Jun 2009 6:42 PM |
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| MAJ Fowler Thank You For Your Service. May God Bless and comfort your family and loved ones. Rest in peace in Gods Kingdom sir. As a native of Minneapolis I will be there with you and my PGR brothers and sisters in spirit. |
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WE ARE SPIRITUAL BEINGS GOING THROUGH A TEMPORARY HUMAN EXPERIENCE
FREEDOM ISN'T FREE ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL
Roger Fields
Vietnam Era Vet
US Army 1968-1970
SGT Aaron Fields (Son) Inactive Marine
Antitarroism Brigade 4th MEB 2003-2007
In Memory of my 3 late brothers:
Lester Fields - WWII 1944-1945
Dick Fields - Korean War 1951-1952
Willard Fields - US Army 1956-1958
Last Living brother
Walt Fields US Army Panama 1946-1948 |
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Jasper54
Posts: 7189
Columbus, Ohio
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| 24 Jun 2009 6:47 PM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and deepest condolences over the loss of your Loved one. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort during this time of sorrow. |
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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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banditbob
Posts: 3893
Virginia Beach. District 5 Hampton Roads Ride Captain
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| 25 Jun 2009 6:03 AM |
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| My wife and I want to thank you MAJ (Ret) John Fowler for your sacrifice and dedication to this great Nation of ours. Our thoughts and prayers are with your loved one's and friends. |
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Robert K. Reynolds
District 5 Hampton Roads
Ride Captin Virginia Beach Va.
US Army, Armor
3AD 1/32 Armor "Bandits" 1972 to 1976
(the original Bandits)
Indian Cove RV Resort, Secretary Board of Directors.
Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 20 Chaplain and Service Officer Virginia Beach.
Association United States Army (AUSA)
Honor and Remember, Military Liason Officer
1st Cav. Div. 2/5 Black Knights, Armor
Our debt to the Heroic men and Valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid . They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices
(President Harry S. Truman)
During these days of many trials and tribulations that our land of the free are facing, let us remember to hold our heads up high in remembrance for those who gave their life for our freedom and those that are still in harms way for this cause. Pray for the brokenhearted and proclaim victory for those who are held captive. Lord, You are the light of the world and we declare You to be Lord over every nation. We know your light shines in darkness and the darkness does not always comprehend, but we also know You light will always prevail. Amen.
Chaplin, Lorraine Richmond.
OLD BANDITS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY
In Memory of my Dad,
Frank Reynolds Sr.
Window/Tail Gunner B-17 USAAF, WWII |
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kbell
Posts: 3863
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 25 Jun 2009 6:34 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Maj John Fowler. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. |
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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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Rattler #1
Posts: 58
Chetek, Wi. N/W Wi. Ride Capt.
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| 25 Jun 2009 7:38 AM |
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I'm honored to be able to be a part of this mission, and to escort Maj. FOWLER,( A American Hero) on his finale ride! Stand down Maj. Fowler. Condolances to your'e family and friends
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Huey crewchief Nam '67-'68/ N/W Wi. P.G.R.Ride Captain/ Life member V.F.W. / Life member D.A.V./Life member AmVets/ Life member 71st Assault Helicopter Association |
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WIZARD221
Posts: 14
EAU GALLE, WI
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| 25 Jun 2009 6:09 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with johns famlie and friends at there time and need of support. i am honered to make this my first ride as a pgr member. and THNAKYOU John for what you gave me. God bless you and yours. THANKYOU.
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If anyone would like to meet up on the way over, I will be at EX# 28 off I94 about 7:00-7:15 in the morning. |
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Tiggr
Posts: 78
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| 25 Jun 2009 9:51 PM |
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Our heart felt sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of MAJ (Ret) John Fowler, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
MAJ Fowler, THANK YOU, for your service and sacrifice for our country.
Standing by in Ladysmith.
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MomZor
Posts: 685
Temecula
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| 26 Jun 2009 8:03 AM |
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To the family and friends of Veteran John Fowler,
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.
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 John 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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mlmsan
Posts: 7578
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of MAJ (Ret) John Fowler, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for MAJ (Ret) John Fowler's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. MAJ (Ret) John Fowler, 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@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 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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"Wookie"
Posts: 2025
Olympia, WA
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| 26 Jun 2009 11:17 AM |
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Our Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of MAJ John Fowler!
Our heartfelt Prayers for Comfort and Strength during this time
of Remembrance for your Loved One !
We “Thank You” for a Hero who has served us so faithfully! |
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jcurran516
Posts: 903
Dodgeville,Wisconsin WI State Captain
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| 26 Jun 2009 12:13 PM |
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In talking with his family and friends, I know the Major was a good and fair man who also accomlished what he set out to do. Those who reported to him held him in high regards. He gave us and our families over 20 years of his life for our safety and security.
major, thank you for all you've given us. I hope we can give you the respect you deserve and a sense of freedom second only to the freedom of eternal life as we escort you and your family on your last bike ride.
Tango
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"If anybody is wondering: Where are the young idealists? Where are the people willing to devote themselves to causes larger than themselves? They are in uniform in Iraq, straddling the divide between insanity and order."
David Brooks from the Soldier's Angels Home Page
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