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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 7212
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 30 Oct 2009 6:37 PM |
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LtCol Charles C. Johnson
U.S. Army, Retired
Vietnam Veteran
National Cemetery Bushnell
Monday, November 2, 2009 1300 Hours
We, as a nation, this past Wednesday, have lost another one of our Heroes from the Greatest Generation. LtCol Johnson did not hesitate to stand for us during a very trying and important time in our country's history, let us not hesitate to honor him now. LtCol Johnsons' family has requested the Patriot Guard Riders to stand for, and honor their hero.
I have included a link to LtCol Johnson's obituary that is posted in the Lakeland Ledger with the information about the services. www.Heathfuneralchapel.com
LtCol Johnson, born December 1933, was a member of the U.S. Army, and retired from active duty in December of 1979.. Among his awards included:
Legion of Merit (1 OLC – 2 years Infantry, 18 years Military Police)
Bronze Star w/V Device (Vietnam)
Meritorious Service Medal (1 OLC)
Army Commendation Medal (2 OLC)
Air Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal w/60 Device
Vietnam Gallantry Cross w/Palm
Good Conduct Medal (2 years enlisted service Infantry)
Vietnam Service Medal
Meritorious Unit Citation
2xOver Seas Service Ribbons
Expert Badge Rifle M16
Expert Badge Pistol .45
Meritorious Service Medal (2 OLC)
Upon retiring from the U.S. Army, LtCol continued to serve his country by working for the Polk County School System for 19 years as their Army JROTC Instructor.
Stage at:
Florida National Cemetery
6502 SW 102nd Ave
Bushnell, Florida
Staging Begins - 1200hrs
Mission Brief - 1230hrs
Set Flag Line - as directed at brief
Memorial Service - 1300hrs
Mission Ride Captain:
Bill "Billboy" Snelson
352-457-4416
Respectfully Submitted by:
Al "Dawdy" Kauffman
Florida Asst.. State Captain
Cell 352-267-2609
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BootLady
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
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Florida Shamrock
Posts: 1335
West Central Florida
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| 30 Oct 2009 7:09 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Charles Johnson. May you rest in peace my friend, wrapped in the loving arms of God Almighty. Thank you for your service to this great country.
Vietnam 67-68
VFW Member
Tan Son Nhut Association - tsna.org
Retired Deputy Sheriff (27 years)
2008 Ride to the Wall (Rolling Thunder)
Christian Motorcyclists Association - cmausa.org
MOTS (Manasota Operation Troop Support) – MOTSonline.org
American Veterans Traveling Tribute Wall Escort
Riding for POW/MIA’s - “You Are Not Forgotten”
Weekly article on page 4 under “Military and Motorcycles” - northrivernewsonline.com
"For those that have fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know" - U.S. Marine, Khe Sanh, 1968
“When one American is not worth the effort to be found, we as Americans have lost.”
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sneakysnake
Posts: 6937
Panama City, Fl.
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| 30 Oct 2009 7:27 PM |
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| Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family of LTC Charles C. Johnson. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. May LTC Johnson now rest in everlasting peace. |
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James Davis
BoD/VP Captains
Honored to be a member of the Flag Line
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
sneakysnake.pgr.rc@gmail.com
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custer7thcav
Posts: 9014
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 30 Oct 2009 7:58 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Lt. Colonel (Ret) Charles C. Johnson. Thank you 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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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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mailman
Posts: 22222
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 30 Oct 2009 8:19 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Vietnam Veteran LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson. 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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10133
Lacey, WA
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| 30 Oct 2009 9:08 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of LTC. Charles C. Johnson, U.S. Army Retired / Vietnam Veteran. LTC. Johnson, 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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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5317
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 30 Oct 2009 11:57 PM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN LTC. CHARLES C. JOHNSON (USA/RET). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME CHARLES AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. 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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kbell
Posts: 2981
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 31 Oct 2009 12:13 AM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of LTC(Ret)Charles C Johnson. 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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Easy.
Posts: 5266
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 31 Oct 2009 1:27 AM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson, USA, Vietnam Veteran, Bushnell, FL,.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you in our prayers.
GOD BLESS,
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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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Wayne18
Posts: 875
Interlachen, Fl. Senior Ride Captain
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| 31 Oct 2009 5:49 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam Veteran, Charles C. Johnson, LTC, USA (Ret) May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. |
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Wayne Howell
USMC 57-64 66-68
ALR Post 293
Florida Retreads
North Central
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T-Bone
Posts: 2787
Georgia
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| 31 Oct 2009 6:56 AM |
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We send our Condolences to the family and friends of Retired Lt. Colonel Charles C. Johnson, United States Army, Vietnam Veteran and American Hero..........."Welcome Home Charles",...and Thank You Sir, for your service to our Country and for proudly wearing the uniform of an American Soldier...........May You Rest In Peace.
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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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monmixr
Posts: 1935
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 31 Oct 2009 8:01 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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Proud member of the often imitated never duplicated Illinois Patriot Guard Riders.
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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Billboy
Posts: 5199
Webster, Fl.
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| 31 Oct 2009 1:10 PM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of (Ret) US Army, Vietnam Veteran, LTC Charles C. Johnson, 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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milktoast
Posts: 3702
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 31 Oct 2009 2:47 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of LTC (Ret) Charles Johnson. I am forever grateful to this hero for his many years of service and sacrifices. May he rest in peace. |
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Janet Toth
Michigan Ride Captain
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
Totally directionally challenged
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3370
Conroe,Texas
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| 31 Oct 2009 6:13 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of LTC.(Ret) Charles C. Johnson ,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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aoop
Posts: 3314
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 31 Oct 2009 6:47 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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Uffda
Posts: 13725
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 31 Oct 2009 8:40 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson, USA, Vietnam 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, Charles.
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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cdonohoe
Posts: 180
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WELCOME HOME. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Veteran Charles Johnson. We sincerely appreciate his service to our country. God Bless.
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Connie
wife, Vietnam Vet
Ride Captain
Havana, FL |
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mlmsan
Posts: 6966
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 01 Nov 2009 8:19 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson, US Army, Vietnam Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson, 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 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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| 01 Nov 2009 3:08 PM |
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| I sincerely appreciate the military service of Charles C. Johnson to protect our country, 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"
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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djmurray
Posts: 326
West Columbia, SC
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| 02 Nov 2009 12:19 AM |
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Thank God for those who give us the chance to be free.
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Bonz01
Posts: 1329
Land O' Lakes, Fl.
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| 02 Nov 2009 9:10 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family of LTC (Ret) Charles C. Johnson. Thank you Sir for your service to our country. |
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Wanda "Conley" Frye
SGT US ARMY 1976-1983
Reserves,108th Trng. Brigade, Wilson, N.C. 84-85
Riding in Honor of my dad Marine SSG Franklin O. Frye WWII, H&S BT,5th BN, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Div. South Pacific. Uncle Doug Frye,Navy WWII, Aunt Barbara Frye,WAC,WWII, Great Uncle "Conly" Army WWI, my namesake. They all stand with me.
We'd never know how high we are till we are called to rise; and then,if we are true to plan,our statures touch the sky. Emily Dickenson |
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"Wookie"
Posts: 1855
Olympia, WA
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| 02 Nov 2009 4:49 PM |
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Thank You for your Loved one defending our Freedoms!
We can not begin to imagine your loss, we can only tell
you and your Family that we are here for you and will Pray
for your Comfort! Thank You!
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igo2xs
Posts: 484
Salisbury, North Carolina
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| 03 Nov 2009 4:59 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Vietnam Veteran, Charles C. Johnson. May your loving memories, in time, help to ease your pain.
Thank you, Charles C. Johnson, for your service and for protecting the freedom of our country. You will always be remembered as a true American Hero.
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Riding in Memory of my Cousin USN John David Jackson MIA 1983
And all of our brave servicemen and women that have and continue to defend this great nation.
"The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten."
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Billboy
Posts: 5199
Webster, Fl.
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| 03 Nov 2009 9:38 AM |
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MISSION REPORT: It pains me deeply to have to stand a Flag Line for any Fallen Hero. I would like to say thank you to the Family of (Ret) Lt Col. Charles C. Johnson for asking the PGR Family to come and stand a Flag Line in Honor of this Hero. I also was would like to thank the Orlando Nation Guards for there part (Great Job). And a Special thanks to the Cruisers also for there part in standing with us as we stood the Flag line I was very Pleased with the turn out of 32 total. Again our Condolences go out to the Family. Lt Col. Johnson thanks for your Service Stand Down Sir. God Be With You Rest in Peace Sir.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Senior Ride Captain
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