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Susan Sturgis  Posts: 7878 Bear, DE In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 07 Nov 2009 7:58 AM |
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Confirmed Mission
SSgt Michael Mercuri, 60
Dayton, Ohio
USAF Vietnam Era Veteran

Visitation/Services:
Meyer-Bochmer and Reis Funeral Home
1733 Brown Street
Dayton, Ohio 45409
09 November 2009@1600hrs-2000hrs-(4:00PM-8:00PM)
Staging:
Meyer-Bochmer and Reis Funeral Home
09 November 2009@1500hrs-(3:00PM)
Interment:
Dayton National Cemetery
10 November 2009@1400hrs-(2:00PM)
Staging:
Meyer-Bochmer and Reis Funeral Home
10 November 2009@ 1300hrs-(1:00PM)
District # 7 Ride Captain John McGee is assigned this mission of Honor and Respect. Please follow his instructions and remember to bring your 3x5 American Flags and dress per the weather conditions.
Bob Woods
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harly69g  Posts: 9009 Mid-West Regional Capt. KY,IN,OH,MI,IL,WI, Canada Ride Capt. Owensboro, KY

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| 07 Nov 2009 7:59 AM |
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My condolences to the family. You will be riding on the wings of angels. Godspeed. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05 In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
Senior Ride Capt for countys of: Crittenden, Caldwell, Union, Webster, Mclean, Hopkins, Muhlenburg, Henderson, Daviess, Ohio, Hancock.
KY State site: www.pgrofky.com IN State site: www.indianapatriotguard.org OH State site: www.ohiopgr.org MI State site: www.pgrmichigan.org IL State site: www.ilpatriotguard.com WI State site: www.patriotguard-wi.org |
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hbomb802  Posts: 75 Tuscumbia, AL

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| 07 Nov 2009 8:05 AM |
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| I would like to extend, with a heavy heart, my most sincere condolences to all of Michael Mercuri loved ones. Its another sad day when we loss an American Hero. Rest my brother your war is over. |
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"Stand down soldier, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored Eternal Peace."
'We knew you for only a short time but we will never forget you. You gave your youth, your life, all that you had for your country. We can do no less in return than to preserve the memory of that sacrifice so that it will not be in vain. We pledge to do what ever we can to see to it that your loss will be counted among the last sacrifices that must be made for our Freedom. Till we meet again at roll call on the last firebase.'
"No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation."- Douglas MacArthur
"I was born an American; I will live an American; I shall die an American." Daniel Webster (1782 - 1852)
"In peace, sons bury their fathers. In war, fathers bury their sons." Herodotus
"And I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free. And I won't forget the men who died. Who gave that right to me." Lee Greenwood
God please take care of our Heroes in Afganistan, Iraq or where ever they are. Watch over them and protect them during this time of danger. Bring them home safely away from harm's way.
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aoop  Posts: 3493 Vidor, Orange County, TX

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| 07 Nov 2009 8:56 AM |
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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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cagerbob  Posts: 7042
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| 07 Nov 2009 10:07 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family of Michael Mercuri. I pray that the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand and give you his peace.
Rest in peace Michael Mercuri. Thank you sir for your service. |
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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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Bluehawk  Posts: 304 Ozarks

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| 07 Nov 2009 11:17 AM |
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| A Remembrance has been started for SSgt Mercuri at: http://airforce.togetherweserved.com/usaf/servlet/tws.webapp.WebApp?cmd=Profile&type=Person&ID=112397 Family and friends are invited to contribute biographical information. |
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In memory of my father, Atomic Vet T/5 Vernon L. Bell, US Army, Manhattan District-Trinity 1944-46 http://www.airforce.togetherweserved.com http://www.anyairman.com |
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mayorham  Posts: 184 Ride Captain, West Chester, OH

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| 07 Nov 2009 11:38 AM |
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Our condolences go out to the family and friends of SSgt Michael Mercuri. His service to our country will never be forgotten.
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Riding in honor of LCpl Mark R. Black KIA 8/14/67 Cam Lo District, Quang Tri Province, Viet Nam |
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Pepper_guy  Posts: 11328 Lacey, WA

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| 07 Nov 2009 12:24 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Michael Mercuri, Vietnam Era Veteran. Mr. Mercuri, 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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papajonohio  Posts: 3376 NW Ohio Ride Captain

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| 07 Nov 2009 2:17 PM |
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I’m saddened to hear of the loss of Michael Mercuri. My heartfelt condolences go out to Michael'sfamily and friends.
Thank You to a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing the selfless act of giving of oneself to serve their country. Thank You for your service.
A veteran is someone who, at one point in his or her life wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America' for an amount of 'up to and including my life.' That is Honor
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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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mlmsan  Posts: 7824 Gainesville, Georgia 30501

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| 07 Nov 2009 2:59 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Michael Mercuri, U.S Air Force, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Michael Mercuri's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Michael Mercuri, you are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home and you soar through the Heavenly skies with the wings of an Eagle.
Peace Be to Us All
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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@live.com 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 Cavalry 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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shovelheadsled  Posts: 5 New Carlisle
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| 07 Nov 2009 6:29 PM |
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| I will join this mission (my first) |
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kbell  Posts: 4342 Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain

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| 07 Nov 2009 9:45 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Michael Mercuri. 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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ROBERTRPEARMAN  Posts: 6331 WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 08 Nov 2009 1:23 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN MICHAEL MERCURI (USAF). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME MICHAEL AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. 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 PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS |
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mailman  Posts: 25449 West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain

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| 08 Nov 2009 2:15 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of USAF Veteran Michael Mercuri. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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monmixr  Posts: 2289 Bartlett, Illinois

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| 08 Nov 2009 5:27 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. |
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Its NOT about the ride, Its about the SOLDIER, for Christ's sake!
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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Easy.  Posts: 9133 Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain

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| 08 Nov 2009 8:05 PM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of Michael Mercuri, 60, USAF Veteran, Dayton, OH,.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you in our prayers. GOD BLESS, Barry (Easy) Bertolini |
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Ride Safe and GOD BLESS,
BARRY (EASY) BERTOLINI PGR NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
Email: barryb_28546 @yahoo.com CMA Member (Christian Motorcycle Association)
"A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in...And how many want out. Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: Jesus Christ and the American Soldier..One died for our soul, the other for our freedom."
PGR NC Calender
PGR: NC MySpace
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igo2xs  Posts: 1312 Salisbury, North Carolina

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| 09 Nov 2009 12:19 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of USAF Veteran Michael Mercuri. May your loving memories, in time, help to ease your pain. Thank you, Michael Mercuri, for your service and for protecting the freedom of our country. You will always be remembered as a true American Hero.
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"Riding in Loving Memory of my Cousin USN John David Jackson MIA 1983
Of my Father In Law, 2nd Lt. Ray Greene Huling, USAAC/USAF, WW II Veteran Silver Star recipient 7/26/21 - 3/6/08
And all of our brave servicemen and women that have and continue to defend this great nation."
"Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile." Albert Einstein
"The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten." Calvin Coolidge
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sporty62  Posts: 176 Huber Heights, Ohio

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| 09 Nov 2009 4:14 AM |
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| My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of SSgt Michael Mercuri, USAF. Thank you Michael for your service to our country. Your watch is now over. May you rest in peace with all the other brave service men and women who have gone before you. |
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Bob Bass U.S.A.F. Vietnam Era Veteran (64-68) 636th Combat Support Group (PACAF) Security Police K-9 Core ----------------------------------------------------------- Riding in memory of my High School teacher, coach and mentor: John Luginbuhl - Dec 30, 2007. US Coast Guard WWII Veteran -Philippines. |
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Billboy  Posts: 6233 Webster, Fl.

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| 09 Nov 2009 4:32 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of USAF Veteran, Michael Mercuri, Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you for your Service. Rest in Peace and God be with you. “You Will Forever Be Remembered”
Bill Snelson (Billboy) US Army, Vietnam Veteran PGR Senior Ride Captain, Mentor Webster, Fl.
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sdoise  Posts: 9520 Duson, La.
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| 09 Nov 2009 1:27 PM |
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| I am sincerely grateful for the military service of Michael Mercuri to protect our freedom and preserve our way of life. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Rest in peace. |
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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." Author Unknown |
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dynodon62  Posts: 0
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| 09 Nov 2009 7:56 PM |
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I'm sincerely grateful for the military service of michael Mercurito protect our freedom and preserver our way of life. Iconvey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.rest in peace brother and neighbor.
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dynodon62  Posts: 0
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| 09 Nov 2009 7:56 PM |
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I'm sincerely grateful for the military service of michael Mercurito protect our freedom and preserver our way of life. Iconvey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.rest in peace brother and neighbor.
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USAF4Life  Posts: 1
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| 10 Nov 2009 5:58 AM |
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| Let us never forget his sacrafice and the unfortunate loss his family must endure during this time. All military members past and present are always family. |
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Maximal64  Posts: 37 Dayton, Oh

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| 10 Nov 2009 7:20 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences Ben, family and friends. Rest in peace my brother and Fly Free. We are proud to have the chance to honor and pay our respects to our fallen brother. Thank You Michael for your service and sacrifice for our country. |
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JP. RC7 Riding in Memory of SRA. Kenny Hauprich. |
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shovelheadsled  Posts: 5 New Carlisle
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| 10 Nov 2009 3:55 PM |
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Condolences family and friends. Thank you Michael Mercuri for your service to this Country. It was my honor to ride with you today. You will Forever be remembered. PGR Kirk Goings |
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