Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Jul 13, 2012 11:13:24 GMT -5
James
When I came to the end of my journey. And I traveled my last weary mile. Remember to smile. Remember of the good things I've done. Also remember I've had loads of fun.
Sometimes I fell by the way. But remember I fought some hard battles. And won. Forget to grieve for my going. I wouldn't have you sad for even a day.
But always remember the place where I lay. Stand for a moment beside me. As the sun slowly passes down. Remember only my best.
I glance to the sky. With music up above. Jesus has prepared my room. For my internal life to be.
I leave my footprints behind. As I walk the trail a head . With the sun showing off its colors. Yellows oranges and reds.
Remember the joy,the laughter, I gave you. The comfort when you needed it the most.
I lived a good life. With a million miles of memories.
For my family and friends,I say to you. Grab one or two of these memories. Put them in your pocket.
Smile and remember the good thoughts. Thats how I want it to be.
There will be times when you will wish I was back. Just remember this. I'm in the other room. The one God made for me.
By Michael VanDyke
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Post by Fossilman on Jul 13, 2012 11:13:58 GMT -5
I still ordered his military awards and medals,they will be here before his funeral..After the ceremony,we will give them to Mom... Pop will have his services in Dallas,OR and the bural in Portland at the VA cemetery... There will be a full military honor at the grave site with bagpipes(Amazing Grace) and double "Taps",with the 21 gun salute... In tour to the cemetery,he will be lead by 47 motorcycles with the American and Naval flag in the lead... We all love him and James was repected by all who knew him and met him....
SALUTE...............................
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Post by jakesrocks on Jul 13, 2012 11:32:37 GMT -5
Sorry for your families loss Mike. Wish I could be there to salute him.
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Post by Fossilman on Jul 13, 2012 11:46:58 GMT -5
Sorry for your families loss Mike. Wish I could be there to salute him. Korean Vet on a minesweeper ship,seen three major battles that earned him three bronze stars....
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Post by jakesrocks on Jul 13, 2012 12:02:07 GMT -5
I salute his service. I was just a kid, reading about that war in the daily newspaper.
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Post by Fossilman on Jul 13, 2012 18:12:49 GMT -5
Ok,I thought I would put a face to my Pa' In Law Jim......This is Jim and Doris 50th Ann... That was 7 years ago....... Also Pa' and I fishing in North Dakota....About the same time frame....
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Post by snuffy on Jul 13, 2012 18:46:08 GMT -5
Memories you will always cherish!
snuffy
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Post by NatureNut on Jul 13, 2012 19:24:55 GMT -5
Jim, this is a beautiful tribute. He looks and sounds like a wonderful man. Jo
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