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DUANE C AKKERMAN

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HONORED ON PANEL 28E, LINE 77 OF THE WALL

DUANE CHARLES AKKERMAN

WALL NAME

DUANE C AKKERMAN

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28E/77

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DATE OF CASUALTY

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Nez Perce County

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LEFT FOR DUANE CHARLES AKKERMAN

POSTED ON 10.1.2008

To my grandfather

i never met you,but i miss you like we have met a million times,i only hear wonderful things about you,i just wish i could experiance them myself, me and dad think about you all the time,we visit your town every summer,we all miss you.
i love you grandpa.
your grandaughter
Cassy.

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POSTED ON 9.3.2006

POSTED BY: Neil Story

To My Uncle I never Met

Thank you for your service, you will never be forgotten.

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POSTED ON 4.29.2005

POSTED BY: Dean Akkerman

To my brother

Duane, I was only 8 when this happened but I think of you often. Your loving brother.

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POSTED ON 3.19.2003

POSTED BY: alec wall

thanks

Your honorable actions will always be remembered. Our country is truly grateful for the sacrifice you made. Thank you for the dedication you provided for America.

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