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Krista in MA 
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| 16 Jun 2009 7:57 PM |
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Joint Statement of the Prime Minister, Defence Minister and Foreign Minister on the loss of an Estonian soldier in Afghanistan
15.06.2009
Tallinn, 15 June 2009 - It was with deep sadness that we received the news this morning of the loss of a brave Estonian soldier, Master Sergeant Allain Tikko, in Afghanistan, along with the injury of three other soldiers. Allain Tikko was a courageous and capable fighter, always trustworthy to his companions; he was a good father and friend. We bow our heads in mourning and join Master Sergeant Tikko's loved ones in the pain of their loss.
It is sad and unfair that the best of us give their lives and their health for our country. It is impossible to measure the unlived life of a young man. Each and every one of us senses this feeling and must bear this burden. We must remember that the members of our Defence Forces fighting overseas make grievous sacrifices in the name of the security that we feel every hour of every day in our own independent nation.
All the soldiers serving in foreign missions and their loved ones accept a huge responsibility and personal risk for the sake of us all. Estonia's contribution in making Afghanistan a safer place is our contribution to the common security that is shared by all NATO member states. Afghanistan particularly needs the support of the international community this summer and fall, when elections will take place that hold significant importance for the further development of the nation.
What happened this morning will not diminish Estonia's firm desire to continue in the Afghanistan mission. We have taken upon ourselves the complicated assignment of making life safer for the people of one of the world's most dangerous regions. We are creating security and stability in Afghanistan, which will allow the citizens of Afghanistan to build up their own nation and revive their economy.
Estonia will never forget its fallen and injured soldiers and their loved ones. Our responsibility is to uphold the memory of their bravery and selflessness, which Master Sergeant Allain Tikko, serving his country for the fourth time in a military mission, possessed in abundance. During this difficult day as well as in the future, the support of the Estonian people will be with Master Sergeant Tikko's loved ones.
Andrus Ansip
Prime Minister
Jaak Aaviksoo
Defence Minister
Urmas Paet
Foreign Minister
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"30-year-old Tikko had previously served in both Kosovo and Iraq after joining the army in 1998......"
http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/273289,estonian-government-pays-tribute-to-soldier-killed-in-afghanistan.html
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"I expect to pass through life but once. If therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, and not defer or neglect it, as I shall not pass this way again." ~William Penn
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Krista in MA
Posts: 667
MA
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| 16 Jun 2009 8:00 PM |
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My condolences to the family, friends, and nation of Estonia on the loss of your son Master Sgt. Tikko. May you find peace and comfort in the loving memories and pride you share. Please know that the thoughts of so many from across the globe are with you in your grief. Thank you Allain for your service and sacrifice to your country and the world. You are my Hero. May you rest in peace, never forgotten.
"In union there is strength." ~Aesop |
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"I expect to pass through life but once. If therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, and not defer or neglect it, as I shall not pass this way again." ~William Penn
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 16 Jun 2009 11:32 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Master Sergeant Allain Tikko, Estcoy-8 Infantry Company ~ Estonian Forces / Afghanistan. Master Sergeant Tikko, I am forever grateful for your service to the war on terrorism. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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mailman
Posts: 22117
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 17 Jun 2009 4:05 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Estonian Forces, Estcoy 8 Infantry Company Sergeant Allain Tikko. 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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RDWinters
Posts: 1924
Wilson,NC
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| 17 Jun 2009 7:11 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of MSG Allain Tikko. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Thank you MSG Tikko for your courage, dedication and sacrifices. Thank you for standing guard for the freedoms of people around the world. God Bless You. Rest easy Brother. |
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"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
De Oppresso Liber
R.D. and Kay Winters
U.S. Army (Ret) 1978-1998
Special Forces Assn Decade
American Legion
VFW
PGR
Blue Knights NC IX
www.myspace.com/kaynrick_hd
In Memory of:
L/Cpl Ronald Wayne Shields, P-39E/L-21, SVN, 13 Feb 68 (Uncle)
SFC Jonathan Tessar, Iraqi Freedom, 31 Oct 05 (Teammate, Friend, Brother)
James Kenneth Sinclair, Veteran, Motorcycle Accident, 16 Apr 04 (Kay's Dad)
It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.
Pres. Theodore Roosevelt
Paris, France
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mlmsan
Posts: 6935
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 17 Jun 2009 8:47 PM |
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My heart cries for the Family and Friends of Estonian Forces ~ Master Sergeant Allain Tikko ~ Estcoy-8 Infantry Company, Coalition Forces. I pray our Heavenly Father will give you Peace beyond understanding in your time of sorrow. Master Sergeant Allain Tikko, you have stood watch for others, now is your time to stand down, your Mission is complete. Job well done Soldier. It is our time to stand watch for you. My Brother, you are a True Hero, thank you for your faithful service. May our Heavenly Father welcome you home to rest.
You will not be Forgotten.
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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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MomZor
Posts: 685
Temecula
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| 23 Jun 2009 7:55 AM |
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To the family and friends of the ever so young Master Sergeant Allain Tikko,
There are no words or platitudes that can temper your pain. I can’t think of anything in life that could be more painful, then the loss of a loved one, especially a son.
I would, however, like to take a moment to remind you that as deep as the hole in your heart feels at this time, it will be filled over time with the wonderful times spent together.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal” ~From a headstone in Ireland
Thank you Allain for your service in helping our nation, and it's people, you are a hero.
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MomZor,
Temecula, CA
A Gold Star and Blue Star Mom
Proud PGR member #166128
In Loving Memory of Son Army Combat Medic
Spc Christopher Melvin Wainright
Born on the 4th of July 1982 and Died on the 23rd of January 2009 at 26 years old
Joined Air Force 2000 - THEN - Joined Army 2006
"OIF" Iraq 11/07 thru 01/09
  
In Support of Son Active Duty Marine Machine Gunner
Lcpl David Buck Wainright
Joined - The Marines - 2007
"OEF" Afghanistan 04/08 thru 11/08
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monmixr
Posts: 1900
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 24 Jun 2009 12:57 AM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Master Sergeant Allain Tikko. I am forever grateful for your service to the war on terrorism. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a True Hero. May you Forever Rest in Peace. |
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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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banditbob
Posts: 3882
Virginia Beach. District 5 Hampton Roads Ride Captain
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| 08 Jul 2009 6:14 AM |
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| My wife and I want to thank you Master Sergeant Allain Tikko for your sacrifice and dedication to this great Nation of ours. Our thoughts and prayers are with your loved one's and friends. |
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banditbob
Robert K. Reynolds
District 5 Hampton Roads
Ride Captin Virginia Beach Va.
US Army, Armor
3AD 1/32 Armor "Bandits" 1972 to 1976
(the original Bandits)
Indian Cove RV Resort, Secretary Board of Directors.
Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 20 Chaplain and Service Officer Virginia Beach.
Association United States Army (AUSA)
Honor and Remember, Military Liason Officer
1st Cav. Div. 2/5 Black Knights, Armor
Our debt to the Heroic men and Valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid . They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices
(President Harry S. Truman)
During these days of many trials and tribulations that our land of the free are facing, let us remember to hold our heads up high in remembrance for those who gave their life for our freedom and those that are still in harms way for this cause. Pray for the brokenhearted and proclaim victory for those who are held captive. Lord, You are the light of the world and we declare You to be Lord over every nation. We know your light shines in darkness and the darkness does not always comprehend, but we also know You light will always prevail. Amen.
Chaplin, Lorraine Richmond.
OLD BANDITS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY
In Memory of my Dad,
Frank Reynolds Sr.
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jwilsr
Posts: 369
Macungie, PA
Ride Captain
PA Region 5
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| 14 Aug 2009 1:30 PM |
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To the family and friends of Master Sergeant Allain Tikko I offer my sincere condolences and sympathies. Thank you Allain for your selfless commitment to your nation and freedom. Your watch has ended and while you leave us in body you live with us forever in spirit. God bless you and your loved ones. Stand down now my brother and rest in eternal peace.
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A Soldier's Prayer
(author unknown)
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
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Jack Williams
USAF '63 - '67
Pleiku, RVN '66 - '67
Florida Army National Guard '74 - '78
Standing to honor my hero, my father - WW II US Navy
In Memory of LCPL Luke McCulloch, The Royal Irish Regiment, and all Coalition Forces
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kbell
Posts: 2932
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 03 Oct 2009 1:23 AM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Master Sergeant Allain Tikko. 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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todd.hoger@att.net
Posts: 177
ELGIN IL.
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| 03 Oct 2009 3:05 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of are fallen. Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten. RIP |
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TODD "L.T." HOGER
ILLINOIS PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS
ESCORT VEHICLE, N.ILL.
THE NATION WHICH FORGETS ITS DEFENDERS WILL ITSELF BE FORGOTTEN.
I RIDER FOR,
KEN HOGER...VIETNAM-1966-1967
ARTHUR BUCKHEISTER...KOREA-1971-1973 |
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shadow7
Posts: 81
Baldwin, FL 32234-1612
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| 07 Oct 2009 10:11 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Msgt Allain Tikko. Your mission is complete, Stand Down Msgt Tikko.
Your a True Hero, you will be sorely missed but never forgotten. May you forever Rest in Peace Allain.
Dave
"Brit"
British Army 1974-1981
U.S. Army 1981-1992
ALR 250
Present and or Accounted for. |
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markjohnson
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| 29 Oct 2009 8:01 AM |
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Dear family and friends of Master Sergeant Allain Tikko,
Our deepest sympathies and most reverent prayers are with you at this difficult time. Take time to reflect on a memory of Allain laughing so hard that he cried. Take time to grieve the loss of a loved one. Above all, take time to celebrate the life of an Estonian Hero. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
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Mark "SkidMark" Johnson
"You don't get to choose whether or not you stand behind your troops, for they have already chosen to stand in FRONT of you"
PGR Rider - '03 HD Road King Police
Desert Storm Veteran '88~'94 U.S.N.
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