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Old 04-06-2013, 14:51   #1
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Alvan C. Whittekiend

WO (ret) Alvan C. Whittekiend, former SF Medic, Scuba, Halo and 7th GP member and Panama Jumping Ambassador passed after a short battle with cancer. Memorial service will be on Saturday, 20 April at Crossover Church Spokane, Washington
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Old 04-06-2013, 15:20   #2
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Al, thanks for showing how a true Quiet Professional behaves.

You will be sorely missed.

Thank you for your service, and your advice.

Prayers out, hermano.

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Old 04-06-2013, 15:22   #3
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Old 04-06-2013, 16:25   #4
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RIP Brother, Vaya con Dios..
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Old 04-06-2013, 19:09   #5
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Rest in Peace, Sir and thank you for your service.
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Old 04-06-2013, 19:15   #6
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Old 04-06-2013, 19:20   #7
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Rest in Peace Brother. You will be missed by many.
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Old 04-06-2013, 20:24   #8
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RIP, Chief.
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Old 04-07-2013, 00:56   #9
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Old 04-07-2013, 05:04   #10
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Old 04-07-2013, 05:17   #11
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Old 04-07-2013, 05:24   #12
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Old 04-08-2013, 06:30   #13
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Old 04-08-2013, 17:22   #14
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Old 04-11-2013, 21:32   #15
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May you rest in peace Chief.

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