Posted on 06/12/2007 7:18:59 PM PDT by MoJo2001
The FReeper Canteen Crew sadly announces the passing of Mr. Tonkin. (68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub).
If you would like to leave a message for his family, please direct them to amom.
Also, we ask that you send prayers to amom, his son Matthew, family, and friends.
We love you, Mr. Tonkin. Say 'hello' to Texas Cowboy for all of us.
You're missed and will never be forgotten.
We hope to make this an online memorial book for his family.
Details will be provided later regarding funeral services.
Farewell, my Brother.
America is a little less, without you.....and it is greater for having had you, and with what you leave behind.
I salute you with great respect.
Rest in Peace, you will be missed here.
The Navy Hymn
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/kids/lyrics/navyhymn.htm
Lyrics by Reverend William Whiting and Music by Reverend John B. Dyke
Eternal Father, strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd’st the mighty ocean deep,
Its own appointed limits keep.
Oh hear us when we cry to Thee,
For those in peril on the sea! Amen.
Eternal Father, lend Thy grace To
those with wings who fly thro’ space,
Thro wind and storm, thro’ sun and rain,
Oh bring them safely home again.
Oh Father, hear an humble prayer,
For those in peril in the air! Amen.
Oh Trinity of love and pow’r,
Our brethren shield in danger’s hour,
From rock and tempest, fire and foe,
Protect them where so e’er they go.
Thus evermore shall rise to Thee
Glad hymns of praise from land and sea! Amen.
May flights of Angles sing thee to thy rest!!
Rest in Peace, you will be missed.
My most heartfelt prayers, and my best salute for a fellow warrior.
AR
That’s a shame. He seemed a good fellow. God bless.
RIP, Tonk.
prayers for his friends and family.
Roger
All hans turn to and rise up.
Prayers for you and your family. Brian was a good friend and a man among men.
May the Good Lord welcome you home and comfort your loved ones.
Heartfelt sympathy to you, amom.
Tonk was one of FR's greats, his passion and patriotism have moved me so many times.
A good man, may he rest in peace.
One of the giants of FR has passed. I will miss his voice.
Prayers up for the family.
Godspeed. Our loss is heaven’s gain.
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A beautiful tribute....
God Bless you...
Ms.B
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