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Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« on: Jun 13th, 2007, 12:02am » |
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April 13, 1974 - June 5, 2007
I've known Ryan since elementary school, I haven't seen him in years. The thing I remember most was his humor and his laugh. He had a laugh that would make you laugh with him. He was a wonderful man and is a great loss.
Please keep his family in your prayers. This has to be especially hard since they were preparing for his homecoming this past week-end. He leaves behind a wife and 3 children.
Dear Lord,
As the sun sets on another day, Glowing softly in the west,
Please set a special place aside for our wonderful country's best.
For the selfless men and women who knowingly give their all...
Who stand guard 'round our banner...and shall never let it fall.
They leave behind both spouse and child to protect and preserve our land,
They leave behind both hearth and home in service great and grand.
They endure heartache and hardship for an occasional word from home,
They endure sharp criticisms, and they often feel alone.
But Lord, please touch their souls tonight, somehow let them know we care,
That we're standing right behind them, even when they're "Over There".
And Lord if they're wet and cold in the darkness of a wild and rolling sea,
Or sweltering in the desert sands, and waiting patiently...
If they're soaring through the silver clouds, or standing guard out in the rain,
If they're laughing, living, loving...or in quiet, heartfelt pain.
Please, Lord tonight embrace them, Soldiers, Sailors one and all,
For they dearly love their country, and they daily give their all
For the young airman away from home, for the first time in his life,
And the officer far away, from his children and his wife.
To the women dressed in olive drab instead of skirts or jeans,
Because when you say "Patriot"...they can tell you what it means.
And Lord, if before this night is through, Heaven's Gate should open wide,
And a soldier, airman, sailor or marine should step inside,
If he straightens to attention with a clicking of his boot,
And proudly states his presence with a textbook sharp salute,
Embrace him, Lord...and love him...in Your great and perfect way
For he was one of the best, dear Lord...the Pride of the USA. (by Dave W)
Rest in Peace My friend.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #1 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 12:18am » |
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My deepest sympathies to his family ... So young ... So sad ...
Sgt Balmer, THANK YOU! You gave your all. You paid the highest price. I Salute and thank you ...
May you rest in peace and honor.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #2 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 3:42am » |
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Couldn't say it better than Chuck
My deepest sympathy to the family of a very brave man.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #3 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 4:14am » |
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My condolences and thanks to all his family, friends and comrades.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
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« Reply #5 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 7:12am » |
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I'm so sorry for the loss of this brave man. God bless his family.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #6 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 9:31am » |
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My condolences to all his family and friends. Thanks for the ultimate sacrifice. May Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer rest in peace.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #7 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 9:37am » |
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Rest in peace, soldier.
He is a hero.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #8 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 9:46am » |
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my prayers go out to Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer's family
and friends.may their memories be sweet and the pain a little less everyday.We lose so many young people
May God bless them all........
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #9 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 9:58am » |
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may he rest in peace.........and I thank you
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« Reply #11 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 10:17am » |
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Prayers and condolences to his family.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #12 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 3:24pm » |
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Our eternal thanks to Tsgt Balmer and condolences to his family and friends.
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #13 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 3:31pm » |
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With gratitude and respect ...
R. I. P. Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
"Gone But Not Forgotten"
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #14 on: Jun 13th, 2007, 6:57pm » |
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Gratitude and respect puts it nicely.
He will be remembered by a grateful Nation.
May he rest in peace.
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RIP. My deepest condolences to his wife and children!! As one who was in the Air Force, I salute him!!
The below link has the information of TSgt Balmer and is a tribute to all who have paid the ultimate price so they may be remembered & honored
http://www.militarycity.com/valor/2814102.html
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Re: Tech. Sgt. Ryan Balmer
« Reply #16 on: Jun 14th, 2007, 5:15pm » |
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My condolences and gratitude to his family.
We in this country are to truly blessed by having another generation of young men and women who are willing to lay in on the line for their country and its security. Our prayers are with them.
Jerry Callison and family
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