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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
color:blue'>Today we received a message from Rita Maddux, Gary’s
widow. I thought I’d share it with you. It will also be on
our web site for you to refer to. The text is below.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";
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<p class=MsoNormal>I cannot begin to express my heartfelt thanks for the PGR's
participation at Gary's funeral. I have a pretty good vocabulary, but in this
case, mere words do not come close to the gratitude I feel in my heart for
the PGR. All those present were a source of peace and comfort for me. I
sincerely enjoyed meeting members who knew Gary and had become friends with
him. Knowing that he had so many PGR friends makes me feel like I still have
a piece of Gary with me. Every time I see a PGR member who knew Gary, I
know that person knew Gary and therefore, I have a instant bond with that
person and will now consider them to be my friend as well.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>As for the procession...I have only one word...WOW!!!! It
was absolutely stunning!!! Never in my wildest dreams, could I imagine such a
spectacular send-off for Gary. What a tribute! I am a veteran myself and I
understand the bond that vets and military have for one another. I saw it
first-hand at Gary's funeral and at the cemetery. I was in such awe, I must
confess, I couldn't even cry. I was so proud of Gary and all of you who were
there to honor him!!!!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Please let Mr. Ballard, the Medal of Honor recipient, know
that his presentation of the autographed book, <em><span style='font-family:
"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Medal of Honor-Portraits Of Valor Beyond The Call Of
Duty</span></em>, will be treasured and honored in my home. This man who
Gary honored on his last mission trip for Mr. Ballard's valor, took the
time to remember Gary is just mind-boggling! I am truly honored and humbled
by his kindness!!!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>It is my desire to become more involved in the PGR to
carry on Gary's passion to honor veterans and their families. The
PGR had become Gary's God-send ministry and now it has become mine. Please
let me know in what capacity I can help. I will do my best to honor your
request!!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Once again, please accept my thanks for being a part of
Gary's final mission...his funeral. It was an experience I will never, ever
forget. I am still receiving comments on just how spectacular it was. It will
remain in my heart for my lifetime.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>God Bless and please know that the Lord rides with all of
you!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Sincerely,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>Rita Maddux<span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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