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Uffda 
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| 11 Jan 2008 4:18 PM |
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Updated 16 Jan 08 at 2056 ET by Cagerbob
Patriot Guard Riders:
We have been invited to celebrate the life and honor the sacrifices of
SFC Matthew I. Pionk who died of wounds received when an improvised
explosive device detonated while on duty in Iraq.
There are two parts to this Mission
First, Escort date & time Thursday Jan. 17th at 11:00 am
Escort Location; We will meet at the entrance of the Mn Air National
Guard Base at the Guard Shack. Entrance located just down Airport Road
just east from Haines Rd .
(New Guard base entrance)
going to Downs-Lesage Funeral Home located in Superior WI with police
escort.
Second, Visitation/ Services Saturday Jan 19th
Staging at 8:45am -9am
Briefing at 9am (Family to arrive by 9:30am )
Location ,1410 Baxter ave (Corner of Baxter and Belnap Ave) next to
church in school parking lot.
Cathedral of Christ the King Church located 1111 Belnap St in Superior
Wisconsin
Visitation 10am to 11:30 am
Services to follow starting at 11:30am to 12:30
Funeral precession 12:30 to Calvary Cemetary located on Hwy 105
It is recommended that anyone planning to attend this Saturday mission
please ride share if possible parking will be limited ,400 to 500
expected to attend.
The weather will be extremely cold this weekend with highs reaching
below zero . Please remember your 3x5 flags and dress for these
extremely cold temps.
Pete Prudhomme
MN PGR
Duluth Sector RC
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Updated 15 Jan 08 at 2159 ET by Cagerbob
We have been invited to celebrate the life and honor the sacrifices of
SFC Matthew I. Pionk who died of wounds received when an improvised
explosive device detonated while on duty in Iraq.
There are two parts to this Mission
First, this Thursday there will be an escort from the Duluth
International Airport to Downs-Lesage Funeral Home located in
Superior WI with police escort. (Flight times yet to be determined.)
Second,
Visitation; 10am Saturday January 19th at the Cathedral of Christ the
King Church located 1111 Belnap St in Superior Wisconsin
Services to follow at 11:30am to 12:30
Funeral procession to cemetary follow services
The weather will be extreemly cold this weekend with highs reaching
only zero degrees. Please remember your 3x5 flags and dress for these
cold temps.
Further Updates and Staging area -final times to follow...
Pete Prudhomme
MN PGR
Duluth Sector RC
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Updated 14 Jan 08 at 2127 ET by Cagerbob
Patriot Guard Riders,
The family of SFC Matthew I. Pionk has asked us to attend his services. He is an American hero, and we will honor him as such.
Since this is not a highly populated area of Wisconsin, John Curran (the Wisconsin State Captain) has asked if we will take the lead on this. We are honored to be asked to do so...there are no borders to our mission.
RC for this mission will be Pete Prudhomme. His email address is duluthrc@mnpatriotguard.org.
Services are tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 19th in Superior. SFC Pionk will arrive home for the final time later this week, and there is the possibility of an escort. Please monitor this thread for further information - we will update as details become available.
Monica Mead
MN State Captain
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No. 0031-08
January 11, 2008 |
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DoD Identifies Army Casualties
The Department of Defense announced today the death of six soldiers who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. They died Jan. 9 in Sinsil, Iraq, of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated during combat operations. They were assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, 1st Armored Division, Vilseck, Germany.
Killed were:
Spc. Todd E. Davis, 22, of Raymore, Mo.
Staff Sgt. Jonathan K. Dozier, 30, of Rutherford, Tenn.
Staff Sgt. Sean M. Gaul, 29, of Reno, Nev.
Sgt. Zachary W. McBride, 20, of Bend, Ore.
Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Pionk, 30, of Superior, Wis.
Sgt. Christopher A. Sanders, 22, of Roswell, N.M.
For more information media may contact the U.S. Army Europe public affairs office at 011-49-6221-57-5816 or 011-49-6221-57-8694. |
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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.
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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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| 11 Jan 2008 4:53 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Pionk. Rest in Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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aoop
Posts: 3488
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 11 Jan 2008 5:21 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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Harry Hartman
Posts: 1095
Rochester, NY
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| 11 Jan 2008 5:48 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt 1st Class Matthew I. Pionk. The service and sacrifices of this True American Hero will never be forgotten. May God help his family find peace at this most difficult time. |
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hybridharry
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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Teddi bear
Posts: 1545
Elroy, Wisconsin
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| 11 Jan 2008 5:54 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt 1st Class Matthew Il Pionk. Thank you so much Matthew, for serving our country. May the Lord Jesus Christ comfort your family and friends. |
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Riding with Respect!
Revival of patriotism is what the patriot guards are bringing back to America! |
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ac57
Posts: 1617
A.L.R. Post 111 Dallas,Georgia
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| 11 Jan 2008 5:59 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Pionk during this very difficult time . We are forever grateful for this Hero’s courage , service , and sacrifice for our Nation . We will never forget. God Bless |
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A.L.R. Post 111
Dallas , Georgia
cell # 678 - 371 - 6321
PGR Member # 15501
Do your duty in all things . You cannot do more , you should never wish to do less .
General Robert E. Lee
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drpepper
Posts: 3089
Texas Gulf Coast
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| 11 Jan 2008 6:23 PM |
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Thank you Sgt. 1st Class Pionk for your dedicated and honorable service and ultimate sacrifice in the protection of our homeland....
My sincere heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this hero, may GOD bless you and comfort you during this time.... |
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It is the Military who salutes YOUR flag, who serves beneath YOUR flag, whose coffin is draped by YOUR flag, and who by their service allows the protester to burn YOUR flag.
Riding in memory of my home town friends who didn't return from Vietnam:
Pete Clark, Dennis Fisher (next door neighbor), & Tommy "Saba" Clark
377 Combat Support Group, 21st MedEvac, Vietnam 1969-1971
Riding a HD Fatboy....
Support your local
Viet Nam Vets MC / Legacy Vets MC
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New Mexico
Posts: 2159
Temple City, California 91780
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| 11 Jan 2008 6:29 PM |
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To the family and friends of Sgt 1st Class Matthew I Pionk I wish to extend my deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. As an Army veteran I salute you Sgt Pionk and thank you for defending our country and our freedom. You are a true American Hero. May God grant you eternal rest and peace. Rest in peace my brother. Vaya con Dios.
Hero Down - Kickstands Up
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8th Infantry Division - 7th Howitzer Battalion
16th Field Artillery - Baumholder, Germany
(The Convincers)
Life Member AMVETS Post 113
RFTW 09
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders
Riding in Memory of New Mexico Medal of Honor Recipients:
Daniel Fernandez - Los Lunas
Joe P. Martinez - Taos
Alejandro R. Ruiz - Loving
Jose F. Valdez - Governardor
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Monica
Posts: 864
"EOF"
Northfield, MN
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| 11 Jan 2008 6:33 PM |
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Matthew...you have joined the ranks of heroes. Thank you for your service just doesn't say enough.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of SFC Pionk. May love surround you in the days ahead.
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<______ For D, K, K ______>
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milktoast
Posts: 3930
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 11 Jan 2008 7:13 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Pionk. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart forever. |
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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
"I think there is one higher office than president and I would call that patriot."~Gary Hart
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Double Barrel
Posts: 2
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| 11 Jan 2008 8:01 PM |
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Sympthies to the Sgt Pionk's family from ours. Thank you Sgt for all you have done. And thanks to the family.
He was talked about on this evening's news. He has left a lovely wife and 3 young children. They had recently relocated to Eveleth, MN (only about an hour from Superior) |
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Jasper54
Posts: 7189
Columbus, Ohio
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| 11 Jan 2008 8:59 PM |
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| I wish to express my sincere prayer and extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of US Army Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Poink. The Supreme Sacrafice he has made while defending our nation in the Global War on Terrorism in Iraq, must not be forgotten. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to comfort you 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.
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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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Pepper_guy
Posts: 10921
Lacey, WA
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| 11 Jan 2008 10:03 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of SFC. Matthew I. Pionk, U.S. Army / OIF. SFC. Pionk, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace
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690MedCo
Posts: 4739
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 11 Jan 2008 11:34 PM |
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Thank you SFC Matthew I. Pionk 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 young soldier.
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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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custer7thcav
Posts: 9270
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 12 Jan 2008 12:39 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. 1st Class Matthew I. Pionk. Thank you, sir, 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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BadPaul
Posts: 21
Ladysmith, Wisconsin
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| 12 Jan 2008 5:39 AM |
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Most sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC Pionk.
We share your grief. |
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Some gone, None forgotten |
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semperpapa
Posts: 1362
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 12 Jan 2008 7:54 AM |
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I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk for the grave loss suffered. May God hold you close and give you peace and serenity in these times of sorrow.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice…IT WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
God bless you.
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Frank "Semperpapa"
"Beamer Rider"
VPF of a U.S. Marine
"God spoke Liberty only to those who love it and are always ready to guard and defend it"
Daniel Webster
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mpleasant
Posts: 658
Lake County, IL
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| 12 Jan 2008 8:29 AM |
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| The family and friends of SFC Pionk, and the community of Superior, all have my deepest sympathy and will be my thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Matthew, for your service to our country and for your sacrifice. I will not forget that. |
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wvhusker
Posts: 6059
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 12 Jan 2008 9:53 AM |
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SFC Pionk,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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fuzzdw
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| 12 Jan 2008 9:58 AM |
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Your family is in our prayers, thank you for protecting us and our freedom
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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 12 Jan 2008 11:01 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and
friends of SFC Matthew I. Pionk. My thoughts and prayers are with
you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom
Matthew. Rest in peace soldier. I salute you.
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satyr
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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Posts: 89
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| 12 Jan 2008 11:17 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of SFC Pionk. Thank you for your service Matthew. Standing by in west central MN. |
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 2126
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| 12 Jan 2008 11:29 AM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the friends and family of SFC. Pionk in this most difficult time we are so sorry for your loss we will never forget you Matthew we will always have you in our hearts and will forever be grateful to you for our freedom rest well our hero you are with God now. |
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sdoise
Posts: 9112
Duson, La.
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| 12 Jan 2008 11:47 AM |
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| I offer my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of SFC Matthew I Pionk and my sincere appreciation of his service and ultimate sacrifice to preserve our way of life. Rest in peace Soldier. |
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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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Medic Dad
Posts: 33
Minnesota
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| 12 Jan 2008 2:06 PM |
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| God Bless and comfort the family of SFC Pionk. We will never forget his sacrifice and devotion. Standing by in Maple Lake Minnesota |
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