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Old 7 March 2013, 08:51 AM   #91
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Very sorry to hear. My condolences.
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Old 7 March 2013, 08:51 AM   #92
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Old 7 March 2013, 08:52 AM   #93
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My dad died yesterday he was 90 yoa . He was in ww2 serving in U.S navy on the aircraft carrier USS Bunker Hill. He told me that some pilots on the ship were waring rolexes which he never herd about before. He had a very high regard for the pilots for the skill and bravery .My dad was in the engine room because his trade was a tool and die maker. He told him self one day I'm going to get one of those watches. It took him 30 years but he bought a Yg DD that he loved had it on for the next 30 years never leaving his wrist. He gave to me it last fathers day. Miss you dad you were the best! Your son George
I am sorry for your loss. I hope the beautiful and happy memories shared between you and your Dad will always be there to make you smile.

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Old 7 March 2013, 09:05 AM   #94
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sorry to hear about your dad george. johny.
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:27 AM   #95
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:39 AM   #96
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:44 AM   #97
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:45 AM   #98
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My condolences to you and your family. Wear his watch as I wear my late fathers'; proudly.
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:47 AM   #99
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:47 AM   #100
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:58 AM   #101
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I am saddened to hear of the passing of your father. As a WWII Veteran, his service is appreciated and honored. As a man that was able to instill such fond memories and respect in his son, I can only hope to emulate his accomplishments with my own son.


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Old 7 March 2013, 10:17 AM   #102
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Your father sounds like he was a great guy, and lucky to have a son like you who can appreciate what he has passed down to you.
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Old 7 March 2013, 10:28 AM   #103
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Sorry for your loss sir. Sounds like your dad was a great man. I hope that I can pass my watches down to my sons and I hope they appreciate them as you do your dads watch.
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Old 7 March 2013, 10:46 AM   #104
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My sincere condolences to you & your family. May your dad RIP..
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Old 7 March 2013, 10:47 AM   #105
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Old 7 March 2013, 10:47 AM   #106
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So Sorry to hear that! Wear the DD with pride!
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Old 7 March 2013, 10:48 AM   #107
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Old 7 March 2013, 11:54 AM   #108
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:10 PM   #109
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:11 PM   #110
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:14 PM   #111
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Old 7 March 2013, 12:24 PM   #112
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Thanks for sharing your story - very touching.

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Old 7 March 2013, 01:39 PM   #113
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Old 7 March 2013, 01:42 PM   #114
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My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Thanks for sharing your story. What an awesome father and man to serve our country. God bless you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Old 7 March 2013, 01:45 PM   #115
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Old 7 March 2013, 01:55 PM   #116
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I'm sorry to hear that. Please accept deepest condolences to you.
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Old 7 March 2013, 02:27 PM   #117
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I feel you bro.. I felt the same way when I lost my granny right before Christmas

May The Lord be with you
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Old 7 March 2013, 08:33 PM   #118
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My condolences to you and your family. Salute to your father.
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Old 7 March 2013, 08:41 PM   #119
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My condolences - he sounded like a fine man

You now have a wonderful legacy to take care of
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Old 7 March 2013, 09:02 PM   #120
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What a cracker innings and sounds like he contibuted to humanity in a big way.... I guess he did what 50 million didn't in WW2 - survived..... and left you with with a great legacy to remember him by.....
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