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JOHN W BRINKMEYER

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HONORED ON PANEL 38W, LINE 71 OF THE WALL

JOHN WILLIAM BRINKMEYER

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JOHN W BRINKMEYER

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POSTED ON 11.27.2021

POSTED BY: Lori Fisher

Gone but Never Forgotten

Dad -Many years have passed since you left this world and I have seen the mark you made on many peoples lives that has not faded with time. Please celebrate the love and memories my father left with those of us who still live.

Say not in grief ‘he is no more’ but in thankfulness that he was.” – Hebrew Proverb

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POSTED ON 8.18.2021

POSTED BY: john fabris

honoring you....

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. May you rest in eternal peace.

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POSTED ON 6.19.2021

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Soldier.

May those who served never be forgotten. Rest in peace WO. Brinkmeyer, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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POSTED ON 4.5.2020

POSTED BY: Vernon Illich

John W Brinkmeyer

Retired USAF Master Sgt Vernon Illich, John was my 1st cousin, we all miss him he was a very caring person. Thought of him always during my tour in south East Asia. Thank you and your family for their sacrifice

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POSTED ON 3.2.2020

POSTED BY: Lew Buck

My Friend

John and I completed US Army Warrant Officer Rotary Wing Aviator Course (WORWAC 68-9) Primary at Fort Wolters, TX and Advanced Fort Rucker, AL. Our wives were also friends.

I look forward to seeing you again when I get to Heaven. God Bless You My Friend.

Llewellyn (Lew) Buck
Comanche 39

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