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08-16-2010, 05:42 PM

#11

SharonC

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Great quilt and sorry to hear about your father. At least he was able to enjoy your beautiful quilt.

08-16-2010, 05:55 PM

#12

sewgull

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We can never do enough for the Veterns. My dad was USAF(Retired). He passed away 4 years ago. Miss him everyday.

08-16-2010, 05:56 PM

#13

kristen0112

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What a gorgeous quilt and beautiful tribute to a solider who served our country so bravely. Thank you for sharing that with us.

08-16-2010, 06:50 PM

#14

Jingle

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bearlea

How wonderful that your dad was able to see it and enjoy it...I started one for my son that I was going to finish when he came back from Iraq...the center medallion is an eagle..I was going to add his awards around it along with stars...it is now sitting in a drawer...I don't have the heart to finish it since he was killed in Iraq....your dad was so blessed that you were able to give him such a wonderful gift of pride and recognition...blessings

I am so sorry for your loss. When you can finish it as a memorial to him. Thank you for your Son's service to our great country. Our oldest Grandson will be returning to Iraq next month.

08-16-2010, 06:51 PM

#15

Friendly Quilter

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Super Quilt.

08-16-2010, 06:51 PM

#16

Jingle

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Beautiful quilt, he looked so happy sitting under it. My 2 late Brothers were Marines.

08-16-2010, 06:54 PM

#17

Pam

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As a USMC vet, I have to tell you,what a FAB quilt!Good job.

08-16-2010, 06:58 PM

#18

HeatherQuilts

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I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad.
What a beautiful quilt, an awesome way to honor his service.
Semper Fi!

08-16-2010, 07:04 PM

#19

SharonAnne

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bearlea

My SIL is a former Marine who served in the Gulf War. And a former fiance was a Marine in VietNam. He was badly wounded 2 weeks before he rotated out. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. They (and their families) will certainly be remembered for their sacrifices for others.