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My neighbor, Gordy, shipped out with his Guard unit for a year or more in Afghanistan. On May 12, his wife was induced so that Grayce would be born before he left.

Grayce died on Saturday while her Gordy was helping keep the world safe and allow guys like me and you to fish, hunt and generally do whatever we want.

Grayce was buried today. Right now there's not much I can say to Gordy and his Tammy to make them feel better.

I do know that there's plenty of FMers who can put out positive prayers and thoughts to help them get through this time.

For the complainers, maybe Rick will start another forum for FM family notes like this so that you don't have to read them.

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very sad.... its nice to know that there are people out there protecting us and allowing us to fish, golf, hunt, etc.

i will be thinking of Grayce this weekend...

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My families thoughts and prayers go out to their family.

May God bless you all in this time of need.

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There are no words to give for a loss of a child..........Only prayers for Grayce's soul and prayers to her family for strength during these challenging and difficult times....

So tradgic to loose a child...........

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  • 'we have more fun' FishingMN Creators

My prayers go out to Gordy and Tammy for their loss.

At the same time I have to Thank them for their sacrifice!!!

God Bless both of you and you too Ron for getting this up here.

Complainers can go elsewhere Ron.

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I am very sorry to hear of your loss, my prayer's go out to your family.

I also would like to thank Gordy for his service to our country.

Ole

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This is sad, but also a case where I can feel comfortable in saying the child is in a better place!!

My heart felt sympathies!

On a related note, my sister in law is due in September. Her husband is in Iraq and most likely will not be home for the birth!

Jim W

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That is one of the sadest things I have read. I couldn't imagine being in Gordy's shoes. Having to leave his wife and family behind in such a tough situation. His sacrifice is much appriciated and he and his family will be in our prayers.

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Nothing that can be said will make the hurt and sorrow disappear in the loss of a child. Try and take comfort in the fact there are people that have never met your family that care and pray for you and yours.
May God bless your Grayce

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I am very sorry to hear the news. My condolences.

Ron if they need anything please let us know.

2 sacrifces to many.

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My thought are with Gordy & Tammy for there lose and I salute him and his family for there service to this great country. May God watch over them.

Blessings

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So very very sad.Im having trouble reading all the posts.(too watery eyes).I can only say after having lost a child at only 3 days old is-- God's heaven has all our loved ones that have passed away as roses-but,every now and then, He wants a rose bud.I will pray for Gordy and his family this sunday.Also, can you please thank Gordy for his courage for me?

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So very sad to hear.

I'll keep them in my prayers.

Borch

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God bless Gordy and Tammy in their time of sorrow. Also, God bless all those other soldiers and their families who are suffering hardship while defending our country.

Nick

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I'm fortunate enough to work at a Christian based company where we have devotions & prayer time every Monday morning. Most Mondays we pray for the soldiers involved in the mess in the Middle East & we're thinking of the friends & relatives that some of us have in Iraq or Afghanistan or wherever. I guess now we just know a little bit more about one of the other soldiers we've been praying for. Please pass the info on to Gordy & Tammy & know that they will more specifically be in my prayers.

Rodd Gustafson

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My prayers are with the family.

May God watch over the Family

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I'll keep them in my thoughts and prayers. My daughter is 11 weeks, it's been the scariest three months ever. I couldn't imagine losing her. I hope we all keep things in perspective.
God Bless

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To hear something like this makes you want to go hug your children. Thank you to all service people who defend our rights. May this couple find the strength to heal and go on. God bless them

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There is no way that someone should have bury their kids. My thoughts and prayers will be with them.

I feel real bad for these folks and I don't even know them.

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The worst thing a parent would have to go through is to watch a child of thiersd pass.

Rick ya beet me to the punch but I'd a just not been as polite.

Better yet if ya want to complain I'd give them my e-wife's e-mail cause I know she would fit right in w/them.

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GRIZ

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Im sorry to hear this kind os sad news! Our prayers are with you!

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I don't have the words to express how it makes me feel to read this. My heart is full of sorrow.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of young Grayce.

Mike Lee

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