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 Post subject: RIP to my Uncle Don
PostPosted: Fri Apr 08, 2016 10:36 am 
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My Great Uncle Don passed away yesterday at the age of 94. He was in the Marine Corps from 1942-1946. He was stationed at Cherry Point and worked on and flew on PBJs. He was a wonderful person who loved to learn about everything. He enjoyed travelling, photography, going to airshows, computers, and making wood furniture. He was a very gentle man. The world is a little bit less with him gone now. He passed away peacefully in his sleep.

RIP Uncle Don :(

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 Post subject: Re: RIP to my Uncle Don
PostPosted: Fri Apr 08, 2016 1:06 pm 
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My deepest condolences Nathan to the loss of your hero (and ours). He was a great man who lived a great life.

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His PBJ starting to rise out of his formation, to join his comrades who are waiting for him, and to wait to greet the rest who will eventually be joining them. God bless them all.

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 Post subject: Re: RIP to my Uncle Don
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My condolences to you and your family Nathan. Your Uncle is at peace and thanks to him and others like him of the Greatest generation our world is more at peace as well.
Consider reaching out to your local Patriot Guard Rider group, they provide a fantastic flag line,funeral escort and ring of peace if asked, you will be comforted with a large group of American flags held by men and women that wish to show their respect. Here is a link to the national group:
https://www.patriotguard.org/content.ph ... c815e8cfc5

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 Post subject: Re: RIP to my Uncle Don
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Nathan - Very sorry to hear of your loss. He certainly lived a long life. With your interest in aviation, in a way, you are carrying the family banner forward...Take Care :(

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 Post subject: Re: RIP to my Uncle Don
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Nathan, I would also like to add my condolences to you and your family. And to your Uncle, Thank you for your service...


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