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Offline Josh B

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honoring the fallen
« on: August 30, 2016, 10:23:16 am »
I recently visited an old Marine buddy of mine and went on a little road trip with him.  We went up to Omaha and delivered a flag he made out of salvaged barn wood to a funeral home in honor of an airforce staff sergeant that passed before his time.  As it turns out, since he retired from active duty my Marine buddy has been making these flags and anonymously donating them to the families of the fallen in his area.  This includes not only military but law enforcement, firefighters and EMT's.
    I met this man in the early 90's.  He was the hardest platoon sergeant I ever had and the best friend I'll ever know.  When things got tough, he made you tougher.  He served 6 yrs in the Corps and 20 in the Army with more deployments to the Persian gulf and the 'stans than any 3 men should of been asked to do.  He served with honor and distinction each and every time.  It is and has always been my honor to call this man my friend.  I won't mention his name as he does not seek credit for his efforts, but I would like to share just a few pieces of his work that he has donated to families in the last few years.  Josh
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Offline bubby

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« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2016, 11:28:05 am »
What an outstanding friend you have Josh
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Offline osage outlaw

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« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2016, 11:39:30 am »
What a great gesture.  Thank you for sharing them Josh. 
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Offline Adam

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« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2016, 12:16:45 pm »
That's fantastic work, but an even better story.  What a great way to honor our true heroes.

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« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2016, 01:17:13 pm »
This country needs more of that, and less politics.

Offline Zuma

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« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2016, 02:50:27 pm »
Semper Fi
Thanks for posting.
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Offline SLIMBOB

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« Reply #6 on: August 30, 2016, 04:06:02 pm »
Sometimes, you read something that just makes your day.  This did mine.  Thanks Josh, and a special thanks to your marine buddy!
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Offline JEB

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« Reply #7 on: August 30, 2016, 06:48:45 pm »
Gun Doc ,Semper Fi to you and your buddy.

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Offline Otis

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« Reply #8 on: August 30, 2016, 07:28:45 pm »
Josh, that made my day.  That is a very special friend you have.  Cherish that.

                 David

Offline Badly Bent

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« Reply #9 on: August 30, 2016, 09:02:51 pm »
My hats off to your friend Josh. Very thoughtful man, I bet those gifts are cherished by the families.
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Offline Trapper Rob

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« Reply #10 on: August 30, 2016, 09:29:29 pm »
You have a good friend Josh we need more people like him.

Offline Josh B

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« Reply #11 on: August 30, 2016, 09:55:22 pm »
They broke the mould after they made him.  I'm glad ya'll can appreciate what he does and has done.  Semper Fi!  Josh

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« Reply #12 on: August 30, 2016, 10:10:21 pm »
Those pictures gave me goose bumps Gun Doc.  Very amazing .very personal way to honor those vets
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Offline bowsandroses

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« Reply #13 on: August 30, 2016, 10:47:40 pm »
Good friend in deed. That's real neat it's good to see proof of men with true honor. In the age we live in to often we are shown the rough with media and all and fail to see the diamonds. thanks as well for sharing.
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Offline chamookman

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« Reply #14 on: August 31, 2016, 03:55:46 am »
Outstanding - Thank You both for Your service ! Bob
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