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cagerbob 
Posts: 5473
Parma, Ohio
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| 09 Sep 2008 7:24 PM |
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| The family of Stephen "Steve" Raymond, United States Army, World War II veteran and Bataan Death March survivor, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to join them in honoring their loved one and hero at interment services for him on September 24th at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida.
Mr. Raymond enlisted in the Army Air Corps in October 1940. Upon completion of basic training, he was assigned to the Forty-Eighth Material Squadron, which was attached to the Twenty-Seventh Bomb Group in Manila, Philippines arriving 17 days before the Japanese invasion of the Philippines and the concomitant attack on Pearl Harbor.Within a week of the Japanese invasion, all of the Twenty-Seventh Bomb Group’s B-17 bombers were destroyed. As a consequence, Raymond and his fellow squadron members were converted to infantrymen and joined in the defense of the mountainous Bataan Peninsula during which time he was wounded in action in ground combat against the Japanese.
After weeks of battling the Japanese, malaria, dysentery and malnourishment, American and Philippine forces were forced to surrender to the Japanese on April 10, 1942. With the surrender, Raymond and his comrades began their living nightmare of starvation, sickness, beatings, torture and death. Raymond’s indomitable will and heroic sacrifice, which are chronicled in his book “Too Dead To Die”, enabled him to survive the infamous Bataan Death March and 3 ½ years as a Japanese prisoner of war in the Philippines and Japan under the most inhumane conditions.
Following his repatriation at the end of World War II, Raymond returned to the United States and was honorably discharged from the Army on May 28, 1946. His military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, POW Medal, Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal, American Campaign Medal, Philippine Defense Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal, Philippine Independence Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Medal, World War II Victory Medal and Combat Infantryman Badge.
He was a personal friend of Rev Hawk and a fellow member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.
Stephen Raymond did not hesitate to stand for America in World War II enduring indescribable hardships. Let us now stand in silent honor of him. .
24 September 2008
Florida National Cemetery
6502 SW 102nd Avenue
Bushnell, FL 33513
Phone: (352) 793-7740
Staging: 10:30 AM
Mission brief: 10:50 AM
Services: 11:00 AM
Mission ride Captain: TBA
Please bring your 3' X 5' American flags.
Respectfully submitted,
Carl Swofford
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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cagerbob
Posts: 5473
Parma, Ohio
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| 09 Sep 2008 7:25 PM |
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Thank you sir for your service. In one of our country's most dire hours, you answered the call to keep us free.
My sincerest condolences to the family. I pray that the Lord hold you and keep you in the palm of his hand.
Godspeed & God Bless. |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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Wayne18
Posts: 763
Interlachen, Fl. Senior Ride Captain
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| 09 Sep 2008 7:48 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of WW II Veteran Stephen "Steve" Raymond. 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
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Rev Hawk
Posts: 392
Homosassa, FL
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| 09 Sep 2008 8:05 PM |
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Marie, you already know how the wife and I loved Steve, and still love you dearly. We will, as always, be here for you and the rest of the family.
Steve, my brother, our deepest heart felt graitude for your service and great sacrifice during WWII. You set the standard that those of us who followed had to live up to. God bless you my brother. May you now rest peacefully, no more memories and heart ach. Just peacefull sublime rest in t he arms of God.
Blessings To All
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Chaplain
MOPH/FL PGR
Riding in honor of my son William (Willie) Lee Tucker California Highway Patrol Motor Officer Candidate .... Killed 4/14/94 by a DUI
If God didn't have a purpose for us - we wouldn't be here!
The nation that insists in drawing a broad line of demarcation between the fighting man and the thinking man is liable to find its fighting done by fools and its thinking done by cowards.
Sir William Butler
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Then said I, Here am I; send me. Isaiah 6:8. |
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mailman
Posts: 18799
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 09 Sep 2008 8:18 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of WWII Veteran/Bataan Death March Survivor Stephen "Steve" Raymond. 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: 8287
Lacey, WA
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| 09 Sep 2008 8:58 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Stephen "Steve" Raymond, U.S. Army / WWII Veteran / Bataan Death March Survivor. Mr. Raymond, 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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New Mexico
Posts: 2129
Temple City, California 91780
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| 09 Sep 2008 9:01 PM |
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To the family and friends of Stephen "Steve" Raymond I wish to extend my deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. As an Army veteran I salute you "Steve" and thank you for defending our country and our freedom during WWII. You are truly an American Hero. May God grant you the rest and peace that you so rightfully deserve. Vaya con Dios my brother and rest in peace. You will not be forgotten!
Hero Down - Kickstands Up
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Willie Zamora - U.S. Army Europe - 1961-1964
8th Infantry Division - 7th Howitzer Battalion
16th Field Artillery - Baumholder, Germany
(The Convincers)
Life Member AMVETS Post 113 |
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 2253
Orange Park, FL
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| 09 Sep 2008 9:37 PM |
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Thank you for my freedom Mr Raymond. 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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eagle_man
Posts: 1961
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 09 Sep 2008 10:30 PM |
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| My Thought's and Prayer's are with the Family and Friends of this Great American Hero, who at Great personal risk stepped forward and Defended this Our Freedom and way of Life. May You Rest in Peace, You will not be Forgotten. |
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Ron Forbes
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
Cell 864-491-1084
PGR member #96182
Honored to Stand for those who have stood.
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to
our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them
to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our
children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free."
Ronald Reagan
LISTEN FOR THE RUMBLE!!!! |
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gumijagr
Posts: 2176
Covina, California
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| 09 Sep 2008 10:41 PM |
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| Thank you "Steve" Raymond, for Defending this Great Nation in WW2, so we can enjoy the freedom we now have, you will not be forgotten. Our prayers are with the family and friends of this Great American Hero! Ride Safe PGR Brothers |
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Riding in Honor of my Brother John: 2nd Marine Division, 24th Marine Amphibious Unit out of Camp LeJune, North Carolina over a year in Beruit Lebanon during the October 23rd, 1983 attack. Also in Memory of my Father: WWll Veteran Navy Phillipines |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 3815
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 10 Sep 2008 1:45 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII VETERAN AND BATAAN DEATH MARCH SURVIVOR STEPHEN "STEVE" RAYMOND USAAC. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE STEPHEN. 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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Jasper54
Posts: 7174
Columbus, Ohio
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| 10 Sep 2008 3:45 AM |
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My wife Susan and I wish to express our most sincere prayers and extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of WWII Veteran and Member of America's "Greatest Generation," Stephen "Steve" Raymond. We 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.
Chaplain Roger Casto
El Shaddai Ministries
Columbus, Ohio
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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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Starbike
Posts: 1193
Senior Ride Captain Groveland, FL
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| 10 Sep 2008 5:25 AM |
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My sincere gratitude for the military service of WWII Veteran Stephen Raymond---Stand Down Sir---Your Watch Is Now Complete---May You Forever Rest In Peace.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Raymond---your loved one is a True American Hero and will not be forgotten by many grateful Americans or the Patriot Guard Riders---May God Bless You All.
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Proud Florida PGR Member, Mentor, Medic, and FNC Ride Captain
Proud WV PGR Member--in absentia
Riding in honor of my parents: 2LT. Elizabeth L. Hanifin and 1LT. Robert W. Hanifin
Riding with my brothers: SGT Robert C. Hanifin---USAF '68-'72 and CA PGR and:
SGT David P. Hanifin USAF '70-'74 and WV PGR Ride Captain and District Captain |
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papajonohio
Posts: 3291
Swanton, Ohio District 1 Captain
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| 10 Sep 2008 5:41 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Steve Raymond one of the "Greatest Generation".
Thank You to a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing the selfless act of giving of oneself to serve his country. Thank You. THANK YOU.
FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
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FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
* * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * *
~~~~ Vietnam – ’67-’68 ~~~~~
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jaegers
Posts: 2211
Tipton, IA
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| 10 Sep 2008 6:00 AM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Stephen Raymond. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Mr. Raymond; You are one of a truly heroic generation, thank you for your service to our country and thank you for all the freedoms we take for granted and enjoy today. Know that you will not be forgotten. |
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men. Philippians 2--29 |
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cwoolf63
Posts: 14
Orlando
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| 10 Sep 2008 6:26 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephen "Steve" Raymond, WWII Vet, former POW and a true American Hero.
Thank you Steve for giving so much for your country. May God be with you always.
Charles "Crash" Woolfolk
SSG US ARMY 1983-97
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flysbynight
Posts: 103
Tacoma, WA
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| 10 Sep 2008 6:38 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to the family and friends of Steven "Steve" Raymond. Though You will be missed you will not be Forgotten,Thank you for your Service. May you Rest In Peace and God be with you.
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Twowheeler
Posts: 425
Largo, FL
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| 10 Sep 2008 7:56 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephen Raymond. Thank you, Mr. Raymond, for your heroic service to our nation.
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mlmsan
Posts: 5252
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 10 Sep 2008 8:31 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Stephen "Steve" Raymond, US Army Air Corp, WWII Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Stephen "Steve" Raymond, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Stephen "Steve" Raymond, 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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"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, U.S. Army now serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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dwj
Posts: 520
" DJ "
Danny Jordan
Camino, CA.
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| 10 Sep 2008 8:44 AM |
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| Stephen "Steve" Raymond, 92, WWII Veteran, Our heartfelt condolences go to your family and friends. Your Brothers-in-Arms, who have gone before you, are welcoming you now. Your fight is over. May you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten!! |
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Danny W. Jordan, SFC, US Army, Retired 1973- 1985
American Legion Rider - President ALR Post 119
Area#1 Vice President Northern CA.
Run For The Wall Family.
Greater Love Has No One Than This, That He Lay Down His Life For His Friends.
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Miss_Behaving
Posts: 1107
Hillsboro, MO
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| 10 Sep 2008 9:32 AM |
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Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends of Stephen “Steve” Raymond. We are saddened with the loss of another great hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in Peace Solider. Your Mission is complete.
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sneakysnake
Posts: 5945
Panama City, Fl.
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| 10 Sep 2008 9:42 AM |
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Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the Raymond family. It saddens us to lose another of the "Greatest Generation" and a precious link to our history. May he rest in heavenly peace.
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James Davis
Dixie Region Captain
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, TN
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
Honored to be a member of the Flag Line
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
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satyr
Posts: 7257
Raleigh, NC
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| 10 Sep 2008 10:33 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of WWII U.S. Army veteran, Stephen "Steve" Raymond. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Mr. Raymond. As one of America's greatest generation you will always be remembered. Rest in peace sir. 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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Uffda
Posts: 12541
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 10 Sep 2008 11:54 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Stephen "Steve" Raymond, WWII 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, Stephen.
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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milktoast
Posts: 3166
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 10 Sep 2008 12:10 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of WWII Veteran Steve Raymond. I cannot even begin to imagine the hardships and heartaches this hero and his commrades had to try to endure. This greatful Nation is forever indebted to you, sir. You will live on in our hearts 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
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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