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harly69g 
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| 25 Apr 2008 3:26 PM |
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Updated 17 Jun 2008 15:33 CST by Ladynighthawk
Final Itinerary: TSgt. William L. Fraser, WWII/MIA Maplewood, MO
Date: June 30, 2008
Location: Kutis Funeral Home
5255 LeMay Ferry Rd.
Staging: will be at the funeral home at 9:30am
KSU: at app. 10:30a.m.
At that time we will escort TSGT Frazer to his final resting place at Jefferson Barracks.
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Updated 16 Jun 2008 2:33 AM Ladynighthawk
The PGR has been invited by Kutis Funeral Home to attend the services for TSGT William L. Frazer, MIA, Maplewood, MO.
At this time the arrangements are still pending by the funeral home so date and time will be announced as soon as we have the information. We do know it will be sometime in June, and just wanted to give everyone a heads up.
Please watch this thread for updates as they become available.
RC for this mission will be Bill “Fueler” Hunt, and assistant RC will be Bob Smith
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Update 22 May 08 2032 Cst by Sandra
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Missing WWII Airmen are Identified
The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of 11 U.S. servicemen, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and will be returned to their families for burial with full military honors.
They are Capt. Robert L. Coleman, of Wilmington, Del.; 1st Lt. George E. Wallinder, of San Antonio, Texas; 2nd Lt. Kenneth L. Cassidy, of Worcester, Mass.; 2nd Lt. Irving Schechner, of Brooklyn, N.Y.; 2nd Lt. Ronald F. Ward, of Cambridge, Mass.; Tech. Sgt. William L. Fraser, of Maplewood, Mo.; Tech. Sgt. Paul Miecias, of Piscataway, N.J.; Tech. Sgt. Robert C. Morgan, of Flint, Mich.; Staff Sgt. Albert J. Caruso, of Kearny, N.J.; Staff Sgt. Robert E. Frank, of Plainfield, N.J.; and Pvt. Joseph Thompson, of Compton, Calif; all U.S. Army Air Forces. The dates and locations of the funerals are being set by their families.
Representatives from the Army met with the next-of-kin of these men in their hometowns to explain the recovery and identification process and to coordinate interment with military honors on behalf of the secretary of the Army.
On Dec. 3, 1943, these men crewed a B-24D Liberator that departed Dobodura, New Guinea, on an armed-reconnaissance mission over New Hanover Island in the Bismarck Sea. The crew reported dropping their bombs on target, but in spite of several radio contacts with their base, they never returned to Dobodura. Subsequent searches failed to locate the aircraft.
In 2000, three Papua New Guineans were hunting in the forest when they came across aircraft wreckage near Iwaia village. The Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) was notified and began planning an investigation. In 2002, a JPAC team traveled to Deboin Village to interview two individuals who said they knew where the crash site was. However, the witnesses could not relocate the site.
In 2004, the site was found about four miles from Iwaia village in Papua New Guinea where a JPAC team found an aircraft data plate that correlated to the 1943 crash.
Between 2004 and 2007, JPAC teams conducted two excavations of the site and recovered human remains and non-biological material including some crew-related artifacts such as identification tags.
Among dental records, other forensic identification tools and circumstantial evidence, scientists from JPAC and the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory also used mitochondrial DNA and dental comparisons in the identification of the remains.
For additional information on the Defense Department's mission to account for missing Americans, visit the DPMO Web site at http://www.dtic.mil/dpmo or call (703) 699-1169. [Editor's note: Aircrew photo is available.]
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Slowhand
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Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 25 Apr 2008 4:11 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lives. My prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to all of you during this tragic time. Please know that not just me , but a country full of people like me owe you a debt that can never be repaid. We know that your loved one is now serving in the Army of our LORD in heaven, and the LORD said if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and recieve you unto myself that where I am there you may be also. I thank you for the sacrifice you and your family have endured so our nation can remain the home of the free because of the brave. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace my comrade, your mission is complete and now it's time for you to rest. May GOD Bless each and everyone of you. |
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HDriderDave1
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N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 25 Apr 2008 5:24 PM |
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God Bless William L. Fraser, 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 fellow brothers.
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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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mailman
Posts: 11118
West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 25 Apr 2008 7:17 PM |
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| Welcome Home TSgt. William L. Fraser. Thank you for your service and sacrifice to keep our world a free one. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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sdoise
Posts: 2869
Kinder, La.
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| 25 Apr 2008 7:21 PM |
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| I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of TSgt William L. Frasier and my sincere appreciation of his service and ultimate sacrifice to preserve our way of life. May he now rest in eternal peace. |
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Schelly
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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 7552
Bonita Springs, FL
Ride Captain
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| 25 Apr 2008 7:59 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that William is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit. Stand Tall, Stand Proud…An American Hero Is Coming Home.
Stand down, TSgt William L. Fraser, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline in Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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mlmsan
Posts: 1709
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 25 Apr 2008 8:41 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of TSgt. William L. Fraser, WWII/MIA, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for TSgt. William L. Fraser's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. TSgt. William L. Fraser, 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.
Know You Are Loved
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Larry "Sir Big Bear" Sanderson
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
Cell 770-500-6895
GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It
Ridding In Memory of my Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army serving this Nation Proudly. |
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Jasper54
Posts: 5110
Columbus, Ohio
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| 26 Apr 2008 4:47 AM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family of US Army Air Corps TSgt. William L. Fraser, who made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE of his Life while defending our nations freedom from Imperialist Japanese Aggression in the South Pacific Theatre during WWII. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you are finally able to bring your loved one home to be laid to rest in American Soil. |
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Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 KJV
GySgt. Roger Casto, US Marine Corps, Retired 1972-1992;
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
United Christian Faith Ministries Chaplain
Christian Motorcycle Association, Life Member
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart.
T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam.
Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
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
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
And ALL of our Military Men and Women from ALL Wars who have answered that call and have paid the ULTIMATE PRICE in the battle to defend our nation. |
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1098
Warner Robins, GA
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| 26 Apr 2008 6:49 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Fraser family and friends in the loss of William. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. William served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself. |
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Psalms 37:5
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semperpapa
Posts: 1248
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 26 Apr 2008 9:10 AM |
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I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of TSgt. William L. Fraser.
You are finally home where you belong. Rest in Peace.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice…IT WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
God bless you.
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Frank "Semperpapa"
"Red 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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Uffda
Posts: 8905
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 26 Apr 2008 9:57 AM |
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After all these years your back home TSgt. William L. Fraser, WWII/MIA.
You were
never forgotten by your loved ones or a grateful nation. Welcome home.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, William.
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
Standing in Spirit...
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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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fueler
Posts: 600
St. Louis, Mo
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| 26 Apr 2008 10:29 AM |
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TSgt. Fraser,
Welcome home. Your mission is thur and you are on American soil. Rest now with all your brothers and sisters of Hornor.
Thank you for your service. |
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US Army 1970-1972
Senior Ride Captian
St. Louis, Mo. |
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Twyn
Posts: 49
St. Louis, MO
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| 26 Apr 2008 1:31 PM |
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| I pray his family and friends have a sense of closure with his discovery, and that the Lord comforts them during this sad time. May they find solace knowing that their loved one, TSgt. Fraser, is an American hero who helped save the world from dictators and tyrants.
It will be an honor to escort the physical remains of TSgt. Fraser to their final home, if requested. For the past 66 years he has been Home experiencing the reward God has promised.
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aoop
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Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 26 Apr 2008 9:01 PM |
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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 Iraq?" 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
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Rochester, NY
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| 26 Apr 2008 9:38 PM |
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| May the family and friends of TSgt. William L. Fraser now find peace knowing that now find peace knowing that this True American Hero has returned home from his long mission and ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great nation and our freedom. Welcome Home Sir. |
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hybridharry
1st Cavalry Dad
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 4601
Lacey, WA
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| 27 Apr 2008 12:19 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of TSgt. William L. Fraser, U.S. Army Air Forces/ WWII / MIA. TSgt. Fraser, Welcome Home! 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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Florida Shamrock
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| 27 Apr 2008 5:38 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tsg. William Fraser.
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of his hand.
Irish Blessing
Vietnam 67-68
Riding for POW/MIA’s
“You Are Not Forgotten”
“When one American is not worth the effort to be found, we as Americans have lost.”
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Billboy
Posts: 224
Webster, Fl.
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| 27 Apr 2008 8:16 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of, TSgt. William L. Fraser, Wecome Home, May you rest in Peace now and be in God hands, Thank you. And you still will not be forgotten.
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Veteran
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greense96
Posts: 149
Stew "THE HAT" Gillespie,Il Illinois Ride Captain
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| 27 Apr 2008 9:22 AM |
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| WELCOME HOME. REST IN PEACE.THANKS STEW"THE HAT" IN GILLESPIE |
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| 27 Apr 2008 7:58 PM |
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Welcome home each one of you
Will Done
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 1120
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 28 Apr 2008 1:50 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII/MIA TSGT. WILLIAM L. FRASER USAAC. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME WILLIAM AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. 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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jpw105
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My wife Robin and I would like to add our sincere condolences to the family and friends of TSgt. William Fraser, and profound gratitude to TSgt. Fraser for his service to the United States of America. At the same time we bow our heads to bid this heroic American 'farewell', we will all stand a little taller, and draw inspiration from his patriotism and dedication to duty, honor and country.
At long last, Welcome Home Soldier.
Jonathan Worley
Glastonbury, CT
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drpepper
Posts: 3089
Texas Gulf Coast
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| 28 Apr 2008 7:28 AM |
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Welcome home soldier, and thank you Sir for your valuable and dedicated service to our homeland....
To the family and friends of this hero, TSgt. William Fraser, I offer my sincere heartfelt condolences .... may GOD bless and comfort you during this difficult 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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AF Mom in NC
Posts: 1682
Lexington, NC
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| 28 Apr 2008 8:19 AM |
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After all these years, it is my privilege to say "Welcome Home!" to TSgt. William L. Fraser. His sacrifice to make the world safe and free will be remembered with honor and appreciation by this American family. We will not forget.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this brave airman. My prayers are with you. |
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Living in the Land of the Free
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satyr
Posts: 3072
Raleigh, NC
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| 28 Apr 2008 9:10 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family TSgt William L. Fraser (WWII MIA) during your moments of closure. My
thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our
country and defending our freedom TSgt Fraser. Welcome home. Rest in
peace sir. I salute you.
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Steve
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 heros never dies.
Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
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