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To: MoJo2001; amom

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RIP Mr Tonkin....you are so missed.


Eternal Father Strong To Save

29 posted on 06/12/2007 7:24:51 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ God Bless and Protect Our Brave Protectors of Freedom~)
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To: Kathy in Alaska; amom; All

This saddens me beyond words. He was one of the first people I “met” in the Canteen.

He didn’t have to...but he answered the call to duty again after 9/11.

He used to FReepmail me his evaluations as he advanced through the ranks gaining more certifications on his boat and container inspection duties...he was very proud of what he was doing and accomplishing...you couldn’t help but be proud for him.

Most of all Tonk, than you for wearing the uniform of this country when you did...it’s what has allowed me to wear it now...you showed me what right looks like.

Psalm 23

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

Amen.

Rest easy friend...we’ll take the watch from here.


117 posted on 06/12/2007 7:35:36 PM PDT by txradioguy (In Memory Of My Friend 1SG Tim Millsap A Co. 70th Engineer Bn. K.I.A. 25 Apr. 2005)
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To: amom

He loved "working" here.


151 posted on 06/12/2007 7:42:53 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ God Bless and Protect Our Brave Protectors of Freedom~)
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To: Kathy in Alaska; MoJo2001; amom

Thank you for your lovely tribute to Mr. Tonkin. There will be many tears here for Mr. Tonkin. Another warrior gone Home. Prayers for all his family and loved ones.


250 posted on 06/12/2007 8:16:45 PM PDT by GoldwaterChick (Never give in, never give in, never, never, never give in. Winston Churchill Oct. 29, 1941)
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To: Kathy in Alaska; MoJo2001

Thanks dears.


350 posted on 06/12/2007 9:14:33 PM PDT by amom
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