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Glen Arnold Obituary
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andy luoma
September 4, 2021
Hey Glen, Andy here................ this is about as far as i can get with out crying so hard i cant see the key board
you were an awesome guy i was there when u saved your first life and im sure you saved many more its been years but i cant get you out of my mind just know you have always been loved and remembered Not a year passes that i dont toast you with a drink on the floor FIOR GO BAS
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2013
For the families and children of our fallen this Christmas 2013
Colours glowing near a window pain
Shimmer gentle, seen, the sight
Lifting hearts in yuletide's glow
On Christmas Eve, tonight
Let them hear the carols
Sung on high
Sung in hearts so light
Sung with all the love that grew
Sung with all their might
As they gather close
Around their Christmas tree
Recall a life time, shared
Broke into tears, for a life once shared
With a nation
With all of us
Oh Lord our child of Canada
Lost a soldier, Oh So Dear
To a world that needed
A strong, strong heart
To stand, to say, no more
In a world gone so terribly wrong
On behalf of me and you
They stood, they gave, all that they could
Left those they loved behind
We now cherish, the very thought
A thought that's so profound
Hearts have risen high above
As angle's wings do fly
Carrying forth their love so dear
We hold them near to us
Their wives, their children
Their moms, their dads
Their families, loved ones, friends
And those who walked at their sides
On behalf of all of us
As sunshine gathers, sparkles thought
In the snow that's on a tree
May the beauty of the gift they gave
Shine on for you and me
May the warmth of love surround their hearts
Quell the hurt, the pain the loss
May it bring your soldier, mom, or dad
Close to you tonight
May they wrap their loving arms so tight
Hold you close and oh so near
And let you know you're never alone
At this precious time of year
In life, in birth, a special child
Was born on Christmas morn
To bring to you that special chance
To be near to them once more
May the Joy of Christmas warm your hearts and lift your spirits high
Shine the glow that Christmas brings
Close to you tonight
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake/Morinville, Alberta
Our hearts, Our tears, Our prayers, Shared, This Christmas 2013
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Roger Borchert
November 6, 2013
We Will Remember Them. Written for Remembrance Day 2013
For those who've stood at the gates of hell
As battle rages forth
And stood to hold their line, their fate
To lift a new world rising forth
A world in which freedom's hand
Was openly held toward
To those to escape the bonds that bind
To hold them ever more
From the clutches, the beating down
Their spirit and their hearts
Those who held that outstretched hand
To those who needed help
So thankful all a world should be
For they stood for another voice
One that held our hearts, our minds
Standing very close
Freedom is not just a venture forth
It is a way of life
That lends us all, the gift to stand
Go forth for what is right
And allow all those to climb aboard
Who see it in their sight
Oh Lord you gave us choices
Good or evil found in hearts
The two, so very different hold
Our worlds so far apart
Tonight I looked into the coals
Of embers burning bright
And saw the life of those who share
Our nation's glowing light
At first their dreams are smoke and mirrors
Of a life that used to be
And then each soldier rises up
Gives meaning to where they've been
Learning pride, remembrance
From those who've stood before
Those who tossed the torch that holds
Their futures, evermore
So many didn't return back home
They lay where poppies grow
So many others caught their torch
And across our earth they've roamed
Within this new world
They have worked so hard
To help to come about
A world where sons, where daughters, rise
And share a brand new world's spark
Lord love them for they took a stand
And said no more, no more
A message needed
In our world today
As terror knocks on every door
We could never wander very far
From these hearts so warm that said
Our world needs us brave enough
To stand in terror's way
So as you sit around a campfire's light
Look in and see how bright
The glow that warmed those hearts to stand
As they stood for all of us
We can never forget that step they took
We remember those who gave
All they could towards a better world
A better world today
We Thank Them
We Will Remember Them
Strong of heart
Strong in spirit
Glowing heroes to recall each day
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Roger Borchert
September 18, 2013
Heavy clouds, strong winds, and a chill that shivers
Deep down to the spine
Lets us recall a day that held
So many families close in mind
September 18th holds our thoughts
For four young Canadian sons
Who stood for good in a world gone wrong
On behalf of all of us
They gave a life in a struggle for
Freedoms not yet found
On the sands of time in a far off land
Where terror's time was born
They stood and dared to say “No More”
They stood to keep us safe
They stood so proud for Canada
And the life we live and play
That others would have an opened door
That they might see the day
That held their hearts for their families safe
In a world of loving arms
Alas t'was not the moment but
One day it may be so
As they tossed the torch of freedom's heart
To those who would step forth
Our Thanks to Corporal Glen Arnold, CD, Private David Byers, Corporal Shane Keating and Corporal Keith Morley, CD. We Knew you not. Our prayers, hugs and caring thought go out to your families loved ones friends and fellow soldiers. May they Rest In Peace. We Will Remember Them
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta
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Roger Borchert
March 30, 2013
My poem, written for this Easter 2013, in respect of those who have given their very all to bring about a better world on our behalf and in recognition of their families, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers who miss them so deeply at each Easter Sunday meal. May They R.I.P. We Will Remember Them.
Empty chairs each Easter Sunday
In homes across our land
Tears flowing gently
For each son or daughter
Mom or dad
Who gave a heart to Canada
Stood proud for me and you
Stepped forth to make a difference
In a world, in need, they knew
I've seen comets
I've seen meteors
But what I saw the other night
Was a glowing ball
Streak across the sky
In slow motion, in its flight
It glowed so bright, like mini moon
Its colour just the same
And then in the spirit with which it came
Turned to darkness once again
Overjoyed in what, I had seen
It was not a shooting star
It was a light that lifted high
In the brief moment of its spark
Oh lord, so many soldiers
So young and full of life
Have moved my heart
In this gentle way
As they've stood so far apart
Parted from their families
Parted from their friends
Stood so tall for who we are
Given all that could be given
Now held so close, within the hearts
Of those who miss them so
As bright, as seen, this palm Sunday's eve
Not unlike a story foretold
Of a son who gave his very all
So others would follow
Follow in a dream, a way
That a world would see a light
Of goodness spread across a world
At freedoms dawning sight
Oh Lord be near our soldier
Who also gave a life
For all to see a better world
On behalf of all of us
Lord, I dare not compare your son of life
To our warriors brave and true
I only give this humble voice
Of their efforts, the good, they do
Standing tall
Standing brave
Standing with all you shared
Within their hearts as young they were
To mold them
Brave for you
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
January 17, 2013
Glen, you were a wonderful friend and mentor to so many young soldiers and will be greatly missed by all of us.
Repose en paix mon Frère d'Arme !!
MCpl (ret'd) Éric Frenette SM,CD,
Gatineau, Quebec
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2012
For the Families of Our Fallen This Christmas 2012
Angel's feathers falling
To remind us they're up there
Wind chimes sounding gently
To let us know the lord is near
Today is but a lull, in winter's nasty chill
One can see the storm clouds building
Circling, all around us now
We hold so close the warmth that was
To let it not escape
Yet no matter how hard we try
The warmth, it finds the gate
The chill it reaches down inside
Attaches to the spine
Sends shivers climbing through us now
Hearts are frozen held in time
For those who've lost a loved one, friend
Tis all they can endure
A hope, a wish, a prayer, t'would bring
Their loved one home again
Oh Lord their Soldier stood for all
Please warm these hearts so chilled
So they may find the warmth once shared
With this one no longer near
As they look out through the window
Let the moon and stars, shine bright
Let all about, it glisten forth
On this, this special night
Another hero gave his all
The one who led the way
For them to find a life beyond
And faith to find a day
A way to climb a staircase
To the heavens high above
To join a son, a daughter, friend
To be together once more as one
Oh lord you sent your son, our gift
To those who lend a heart
To those who've given all and more
For those life has forgot
We stand so near, so near Oh Lord
In praise, in solitude
Await a time, a time to share
A loved one entrusted unto you
Thank you Lord
Merry Christmas To All
We will Remember Them Until You Meet Again
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, Alberta
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Roger Borchert
November 11, 2012
For Remembrance Day 2012
Flurries of snow across our land
A chilly wind bites at the spine
As we stand for those who stood for all
In far off distant lands
Some recall the void, the pain within
Left in hearts, in minds, in lives
Who were impacted at the loss of those
Their lives never the same again
Friends recall fond memories
Child in tears for a mom or dad
A wife recalls the horror of war
That turned her life, a living hell
A mother or father stands in thought
A loss beyond belief
Of one who was their heart their soul
Since counting tiny toes upon their feet
Fellow soldiers, comrades
Loved ones, friends
In their minds they bring them near
In special thoughts of those they've lost
While fighting over there
We as Canadians
Stand proud, respect
All those who stood for all
Sent from a nation whose open heart
Has provided a world a home
Oh lord my heart so empty
As I stand, two minutes given
Just a moment's time
For the life they gave
On behalf of all of us
I cannot be prouder Canada
I could never turn away
From those who've shared
Their loved one forth
A debt we could not repay
Stand proud, Remember, Oh Canada
For those who stand for us
For their families, friends, and comrades too
For they gave for me and you
We are focused on the flower
Began in fields so far away
An image to be remembered now
On each Remembrance Day
We Who Remember Them
Are forever in their debt
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, AB
MCpl (ret'd) Éric Frenette SM,CD
February 3, 2012
Glen, We were good friends at 2 FD Amb we had a good time togheter, you were a good man with a big heart and a excellent soldier. I will never forget you my friend everyday I think of you.
You will never be forgotten but always saddly missed.
Éric
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2011
For the Families of Our Fallen, This Christmas 2011
The wind is howling at my doorstep
This eve of Christmas Eve
The trees are bending low its clear
As Christmas day draws near
As I decked the tree this Christmas
I thought of those so brave
Of those who've lost a loved one
Who stepped forth for me and gave
They gave their all for Canada
A gift beyond compare
They stood a world away in time
Where few would tread or dare
So many loved ones share in tears
In thoughts they've left behind
Hugs once held so warm and close
A smile within a mind
The TREE has become so special now
For it holds a life time past
Its sparkling lights a memory's glow
Of a hero once held so near
As garland wrapped the tree in smiles
Those smiles of yesteryears
Those smiles held upon as face
Forever now held near
Each piece of tinsel a frozen tear
Shed at a time of loss
And now reflecting the reason why
For this hero was dearly loved
A true angel tops this Christmas tree
For is seen when looking high
As a loved one lifts their faces near
And a prayer races from a heart
A wish that they were standing near
A wish for laughter's sound
A warmth a hug once use to bring
Remains a memory oh so close
Oh Canada, our heroes gave
Their loved ones hold our hearts
Lord please reach out and hold them close
Please be so near this season forth
By: Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, Our Prayers
Wishing You All A Wonderful Christmas
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Veronica Foucault
November 11, 2011
November 11,2011 Gone but never to be forgotten.
Tina DePietro
November 11, 2011
Forever in our hearts, never to be forgotten.
Tina DePietro
September 17, 2011
Today marks 5 yrs since that you were taken. Vince, the children and I think of you often. You were a great man with a gentle soul and heart of gold. Your eyes glittered when you looked at Kerry and the kids with pride.
They may have killed you body but your heart and spirit will live forever through your family and friends.
Until we meet again my friend, may you rest in peace.
Jacqueline Allen Miller
September 14, 2011
It has been almost five years and still tears well up when I or my family remembers you. I will never forget how you were there for my son while his dad was overseas. I still hear you telling him to bring his A game. Our daughters were best friends in Petawawa and Adriannah still recalls the many times you took them tubing on the base. You will never be forgotten but always saddly missed.
Jessica Grieve
June 17, 2011
Hey Dad,
I miss you so much.
I just wish that you would walk through that door and tell me that it will all be okay. I just graduated from college. Two whole years, i thought you'd like to hear that. I miss you everyday of my life.. and I feel like it hurts more as time goes by. I need you here to help me make the right decisions for my life, I need to meet my two baby puppies Jax & Koda. I just need you.
Love always Jess.
Roger Borchert
December 24, 2010
For the Families, loved ones, friends of or Fallen This Christmas 2010
Looking back, on childhood’s days
When wonder set the sails
And all imagined could come to life
Within thoughts, dreams as they played
When Santa rode a sleigh one eve
In every coming year
And magic taught sweet dreams to fly
To rooftops every where
Now sitting wishing Christmas Eve
Looking off into the night
Pleading for a shooting star
Enhance this wish with all their might
A wish for just a Christmas hug
From a soldier no longer here
No longer in our earthly world
Held close now, within near
The hearts of those who’ve felt such pain
At the loss of a hero’s life
A hero who stepped forth for all
Bring this hero close this night
As tears once more roll down a cheek
Another endless, sleepless night
Let our Lord brush close a warming hug
Of your loved one, bring them near
A gentle breeze, fond memories’ bring
To hold them ever dear
Wishing the magic of Christmas could bring the smiles, the hugs and the warmth of your loved one, into your home for Christmas. Ever in our hearts and always remembered. May our Lord bless you this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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December 2, 2010
I have recently come to find out about your passing old friend and my belated thoughts go out to your family and friends. I hold close to my heart all the times and memories we shared from our summer at Potter's Creek that summer so long ago.
R.I.P Glen
Your friend
Andre Gravelle
Julianna Danis
November 24, 2010
Although I never met, and if we did I was very young, I miss you and love you, all because you are part of the family!!
-J
Ashley DiPietro
November 12, 2010
Glen you will always be missed. You are my dads best friend and will always be my best friend. I love you Glen. You truely are a Hero.
Mary Pilon
November 11, 2010
May you always be our angel Glen and look over us all.Thank you for all you have done. You are a true hero in our eyes and our hearts.
Veronica Foucault
November 11, 2010
Thinking of you and your loved ones on this Rememberance Day 2010.You may be gone but you will never be forgotten.RIP Glen
November 11, 2010
We spent a lot of time together as kids growning up, we treated each other like brother and sister. I was so happy to hear that you were moving to Petawawa, as this would mean we would get to spend more time together. Then one evening at my trailer we sat their talking about life, and you told me about this girl that you had meet and her name was Kerry. What a small world this is Kerry as I have gotten to know you over the years. Glen was very lucky to have found such a strong, loving person as he did in you, and I know that he would be happy and proud of you all.
Missing you Cuz.....and everytime I see a picture of Connor, Glen you will live on in that boy be proud.
Love Diane
November 11, 2010
Glen,
It has been a little over four years, but every day I think of you. Rest well brother, and know that all you did and all you worked for is greatly appreciated, and will never be forgotten.
Darlene Dale
November 11, 2010
Words do not express the loss we have suffered since the loss of a friend. RIP Glen, Always in our hearts, never forgotten. love you buddy.
Tina DePietro
November 11, 2010
May you rest your hand on the shoulders of your family and friends as we remember you for the Hero you are. Thank you!
Marisa Cheslock
November 11, 2010
RIP Glen, Hugs to your family and friends. You are missed...and THANK YOU.
Rob Thibeault
November 11, 2010
Glen, you are missed greatly....it's hard to believe that it has been so long....to us it feels like yesterday....until we meet again....R.I.P. buddy.....
Brad Pilon
November 11, 2010
Glen paid the ultimate sacrifice in protecting us all from evil. Glen was married to my first cousin Kerry, so I got to know him very well. Not only was he devoted to his job, he was also a devoted husband and father.
I believe that Glen is still doing is call of duty in heaven and that he is still protecting us from evil. Glen you are our guardian angel.
You will never be forgotten and will always be in our hearts.
R.I.P
Drew DePietro
November 11, 2010
been 4 years already....
R.I.P
ikram jama
November 3, 2010
you were great
Roger Borchert
November 1, 2010
Thinking of all those who have given so much; those who have paid the Ultimate Sacrifice, our Veterans, our serving soldiers, their families, loved ones and friends at this special time of Remembrance, 2010. We Do Remember.
They crawled on their bellies slowly
In the dirt, the dust, the slime,
Ran onto beaches, lived in fear, a moment out of time.
A time that changed a world in need
A time that set apart
Times that held a world so close, near and dear to every heart
The gas they sent, it took its toll
Many others held that ground
And challenged over and over again
Until freedom’s world was found
Liberated nations cheered delight
A world was aimed anew
But for so many who had lost a life
The tears fell hard and true
They stepped forth for their Nation
They stepped forth for a world to be
They stepped forth to chase the evil back
Keep their families safe and free
Through life times of years gone by
Up to this present day
A brethren strong with so much might
Stepped forth for you and me
We owe so much to those who’ve walked
In fear yet oh so strong
So brave in every step they took
So many now are gone
They have challenged life itself each day
And stood for what was right
They did it with their heart and soul
And stood with all their might
Lord love the souls of these so brave
And cherish duty’s call
For they gave all for a better world
On behalf of one and all.
At this time of Remembrance
Into our hearts we welcome those
Who have walked this solemn journey forth
For those who needed a friend along
We recall their families, loved ones, friends,
For so many have paid the price
Of freedom, or for a world in peace
Or to fight terror in another place
Oh Lord we hold their honour high
Our tears have washed the path
For those who take their torch to stand
As to them the torch is passed
Forever near we promise
We will honour these hearts so brave
And stand nearby their families, friends
For the sacrifice they gave
By Roger Borchert,
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
Thank You. The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Tim Gallagher
September 24, 2010
Knowing Glen while he grew up it was a sad day when we heard the grim news in 2006! You won't be forgotten!
Tina DePietro
September 18, 2010
Today marks the 4th anniversary of your passing. Think of you often as I see Kerrie's and the kids progress on Facebook. I know your watching over them and the rest of your family with a smile. Thank you once again for doing what you did for our Country. You are and will always be a hero in our family's heart. The DiPietro's and Murphy's miss you. Until we meet again. CHEERS!
Katie Arnold
May 5, 2010
I miss you lots, Dad!
Roger Borchert
April 3, 2010
As I focus this Easter Sunday
My heart goes out to you
For a Chair is sitting empty
For a Hero Brave and True
Who gave a life for Canada
And a world we should become
A better world for all to share
A better world for everyone
They had raised their eyes in honour
To the Flag that flew above
They had sung its anthem strongly
In their hearts so full of love
It began for them in childhood
And sang out for years to come
At the vision of the Flag above
Onto which their hearts had clung
This special group, a brotherhood
That stepped forth to a country’s call
For them the Flag was calling
Could not turn away this love
For them it was the strongest call
The path that led the way
For they had held it steadfast near
Flying high above each day
And then one sad, so tragic day
The leaf flew from the sky
To wrap and hold them tightly bound
In return for all their love
It warmed their weary bodies
Clung closer to their hearts
And to hearts that shared the pain, their loss
At such a tremendous cost
Wrapped within the hug that flew above
Love’s vision, all their lives
Now carried forth in a country’s love
For their loving sacrifice
By Roger Borchert
They Will Be Remembered
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Beulah Frenette
January 3, 2010
Glen you are gone but not forgotten,to have met you at the Ronald Macdonald House in Toronto and have shared your thoughts on being deployed will remain with me forever..you were doing what you loved for that we thank you..I Thank God FOR HAVING MET ALL YOUR FAMILY AND MADE SUCH GOOD FRIENDS ..REST WELL AND KNOW YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN..XO HUGS TO KERRY AND THE FAMILY..
Roger Borchert
December 23, 2009
To the Families of Our Fallen. Thinking of you this Christmas
The tears that fall to a winter’s sky
A loved one looks off into the night
For Christmas Eve is a lonely time
When a loved one is not held tight
We know they would have been here
For their families, for their friends
If they had not given our world the gift
In their service to all mankind
They stepped forth to change a world so wrong
Lift a country from it’s past
To provide a future for those in need
A future to go forth and last
But someone stole this life so strong
The beauty of a thought
Of stepping forth, to stand protect
And the goodness it could have brought
Please fill this void, warm this broken heart
Who looks out upon this eve
Troubled in a thought, a loss
Of someone now so close to thee
Oh lord please place a gentle thought
A memory of a time
When joy would fill this household warm
And keep it there at Christmas time
Let this family know we care so much
They should not be alone
Please help our thoughts be passed along
To warm those within this home
For Christmas is a time to know
That the coming of this child
Provides for all across our earth
To be reunited with that smile
The one that used to hold a hand
Or hold us in a hug
The one for whom we shed these tears
On this cold and lonely night
Please hold them close on Christmas morn
Celebrate the birthday of this child
Who came to bring salvation forth
To reunite them in awhile
By Roger Borchert
We pray oh Lord you stand near this Christmas to warm, to hold these families tight and mend these hearts so torn. Wishing you all the best this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Debbie Monette
November 11, 2009
your life taken too soon, Thank you for your hard fought battle
Karen T
November 11, 2009
There is no words that can express the gratitude I feel for his sacrifice and yours. No matter how far I am from home I never want forget our True Canadian Heroes! You have my deepest sympathy!
Tina DePietro
November 11, 2009
Hey Glen,
On this Rememberance Day, 3 yrs after your passing I am overwelmed with pride in having knowing you. You loved everything about your job as a medic and those around you and whom you helped loved you as well.
I'm sure you attended the Rememberance Day Service in Petawawa and held Kerry and the rest of your family close giving them strength because that's just the type of guy you were.
As you may or may not know, your fellow comrade and angel from Sep. 18th, 2006, Cpl Morley, well his mom was honoured as the Silver Cross Mother this year in Ottawa. Maybe in the near further, your mom will hold this honour as well.
To Kerry, Children and the Whole Arnold Family,, Sending you all strength, love and hugs.
Roger Borchert
November 7, 2009
In Respect of our Military Families, Our Fallen, and Wounded on Remembrance Day
For what we take for granted
So many have died for
So many lives so vastly changed
At the dreadful cost of war
There is the good; there is the bad
A liberated nation cheers
Left in dread for those young souls lost
Devastated a world back home
Efforts to protect a peace
That no one thought was near
Laying lives upon the line
Visions at times so unclear
Lives touched by fear or lived in dread
Of wounded coming home
Of crosses lined in many rows
From a trip down a heroes road
I have been sitting on the bank
Of a river flowing by
Flowing heavy with the flood of tears
From their family’s eyes
For on this day of remembrance
Their thoughts, their dreams, their prayers
Are focused on a loved one lost
Leaving them in such despair
My heart it wants to reach out
Let them know I can’t forget
The gift they’ve laid for their fellow man
Tis the greatest gift to give
So humbled in a moment’s thought
So treasured was the step
That they took forth at their country’s call
Let it never be forgot
We measure freedom lightly now
For we’ve grown so familiar with
But if not for those who took this step
And gave this precious gift
Would we take it so very lightly
Would we have the chance to vent
About all that annoys and bothers us
Without retribution for what we’ve said
So thankful they stood so proudly for
All that we hold so dear
All that makes us Canada
For me it’s oh so clear
For some others they just don’t get it
They think so little of
What has been placed in front of them
At the cost of someone’s love
If I could send forth a message
Place it in a bottle, float it by
I’d provide a note of how much I care
For those whose tears are flowing by
If I could walk along this shore
Such a warming hug I’d give
To those who’ve lost a loved one
So we can live the way we live
By Roger Borchert
So Many gave so much so we could be who we are. So Proud to be Canadian
We will Remember Them
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Aunt Mary & Uncle Allan Pilon
September 20, 2009
Kerry,Jess,Katie,Sam and Connor,
It is hard to believe that Glen is gone three years already!! We still remember the last time we seen Glen at the barbeque. We were celebrating Connor's first birthday. We had so much fun. Little did we know what was to come!! It is said,There is a reason for everything but we often still wonder Why? We have to have Faith and trust in God or it will be all for nothing! Life is not fair or easy, but who said it would be? Nothing is more powerful and rewarding than family and friends to care for each other!! We are always here for you in good times and bad. Kerry, we wish we could see that radient smile on your face again when Glen was here.When you meet again I know it will be there!We wish you and the kids peace,comfort and happiness.
We love you all so much,
Aunt mary & Uncle Allan xxoo
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
September 18, 2009
Dear Glen,
Today marks your 3 yrs, it only feels like yesterday that u were taken from us. I sit here writing wishing u were still here with the kids and I. Wishing that you could have been her to see Jessica at her grade 12 grad, and to see her go away to school in Kingston. To see Samantha start grade 5 and watch her grow up. Your little man Connor that is so much of u to watch him take the school bus for the very first time, baby I know u would be so proud of them all they have turned out so great.We miss u so much, and love u with all our hearts.
Love always and forever
Your wife Kerry and your children Jess, Sam and Connor
xoxoxoxo
Roger Borchert
September 18, 2009
Thinking of you today Glen. Our thanks, Our prayers
The Borchert family, Slave Lake, Alberta
September 17, 2009
"But fame is theirs - and future days - On pillar'd brass shall tell their praise; Shall tell - when cold neglect is dead - "These for their country fought and bled." ~Philip Freneau~
R.I.P. Corporal Glen Arnold, CD
shianne muirhead
September 13, 2009
hey uncle
its going to be almost 3 years in 4 days not including to day... uncle i really miss u and i you are always going to be in my heart and yeah we share my birthday together but i am going to try and have a good 13th okaay i promise i will try and have a good day... love u uncle glen
to kerry and family
i am here and i always will be love u all
Tascha Douglas
August 9, 2009
a poem written by me on september 25th 2006 hope you enjoy it!
A Soldier
A soldier is one
Who leaves his home
To keep his country free
Fighting for the rights of others
With pride beyond words
The warmth he feels
Just to know his family is safe
The love in his heart
As he recieves a letter from home
The tears in his eyes
As he reads of his children
Unsure of when he'll take his last breath
Not knowing if he'll ever see his kids again
But the joy you may see
Appearing upon his face
As he finds out he goes home
The very next day
Seeing his wife and kids
Waiting so impatiently
As he steps off that plane
And he lay's in his warm bed at night thinking
If his fellow friends are safe
To go back
No more than a year later
He fires his rifle
As he thinks of his children
And the love of his life
Waiting for him back home
And just to see the once more
They do what they love
They chose to make a difference
To them let's show the respect they deserve
Them who are still there
And for those who gave their lives
yours truly, Tascha Douglas
Tascha Dougas
August 9, 2009
ok so i wrote this all of well the week Glen passed away and i guess its time to share it with everyone who's part of the family and stuff so yeah its a poem called A SOLDIER and i hope you like it!
A soldier is one
Who leaves his home
To keep his country free
Fighting for the rights of others
With pride beyond words
The warmth he feels
Just to know his family is safe
The love in his heart
As he recieves a letter from home
The tears in his eyes
As he reads of his children
Unsure of when he'll take his last breath
Not knowing if he'll ever see his kids again
But the joy you may see
Appearing upon his face
As he finds out he goes home
The very next day
Seeing his wife and kids
Waiting so impatiently
As he steps off that plane
And he lay's in his warm bed at night thinking
If his fellow friends are safe
To go back
No more than a year later
He fires his rifle
As he thinks of his children
And the love of his life
Waiting for him back home
And just to see the once more
They do what they love
They chose to make a difference
To them let's show the respect they deserve
Them who are still there
And for those who gave their lives
Stephen Damery
July 25, 2009
Deepest thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family. May you rest peacfully and that your family find peace. You and your family will not be forgotten.
Stand easy Glen.
Aid to the Warrior! Militi Succurrimus!
Angela Rasaiah
June 23, 2009
Glen, I only knew you and Katie for a very short space in time. I was saddened by your untimely passing. My deepest sympathy to your family. I shall remember you.
God bless.
Roger Borchert
April 8, 2009
Thinking of our Canadian Fallen Soldiers due to our efforts in Afghanistan. For them, their families, friends and fellow soldiers during this Easter Season: this Poem was written with the help of one of their Mothers. For her assistance and inspiration I am so very, very grateful.
We thank you Lord for being near
And for your gifts given unto us
We thank you too for sending forth
Your son’s so gentle touch
He provides our world with caring hearts
Without which we could not love
He gives strength to those who would step forth
In a world hidden but from above
They’ve stepped beneath terrors darkened clouds
Too many whisked away
We pray Oh Lord you gather them
Provide them a new day
Please take them close, near to thee
We entrust them to your care
Let them rest awhile hold them near
And set their spirits free
May they stand proud now
Among their peers
Families, friends, and loved ones too
For in the loving Grace of an angel’s touch
We’re drawn so much closer unto you
Thank you so very much for your efforts and sacrifice towards making our world a better place.
Our tears, our hearts, our prayers
Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
shianne muirhead
February 27, 2009
hey Uncle, kerry and kids... i just wanted to tell you all that i am doing good in school and i was reading over some of the things i wrote on my birthday and i started crying without even knowing and conner was sitting in my dads chair and asked me if i was alright and i said yeah so yeah love you all miss you Uncle love you all lots
January 11, 2009
To all of the Arnold Family,
Were one falls, another stands,
Were one walks,another runs,
Were one struggles, another is free,
Were one lives, another cowers,
Were one is lonely, another is comforted.
We are all different, we are all the same. We have one thing in common that I can think of. We will all miss Glen.
Roger Borchert
December 31, 2008
For the loved ones of Canada’s Fallen Heroes
May the New Year bring
A warmth to thee
That helps to heal the heart
That mends the fracture caused within
That’s torn you apart
May it whisper in your ear at night
That love is standing near
That you will never be alone
A warmth to quell your fear
May it welcome you in mornings’ light
And be near throughout the day
Standing near to comfort you
In a needed special way
May you always know
The time will come
Together you will be
Find in the tear a memory brings
The joy it helped you see
May the lord be near throughout the year, come and help in every day, that it takes for you to overcome this tragedy life did play.
Our Hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Katie Arnold
December 21, 2008
Hey Dad AND Kerry,
How are you Kerry?
I am sending a package your way, but I need a Postal Code! Care to help me out? Please E-mail me the answer! I miss you lots! How is Conner? I haven't seen him in a while! How about Sam, and Jessica? How are they? Oh, I miss you guys SO much!! OXOX
Hey Dad! I miss you! I can't decide, should I get a frog, or a gold fish? It is snowing like we're in Alaska here! The PLOWS are called off the roads! We're supposed to go shopping tomorrow! Do you think it will happen? I DON'T!!
OXOX!!!!
LOVE!!!
Katie Arnold
December 21, 2008
Hello Dad,
I miss you!
I am sorry to have to tell you this, but right now Mom is over seas! Please keep her safe! Did you also know my class and I are writing to here and 4 others that are there too? It's cool to here from them!
LOVE YOU!!!!
Roger Borchert
December 20, 2008
For the families, loved ones, and friends of Canada’s fallen soldiers: It was written this evening with thoughts of what you and your families are going through at this season and could not hold it back any longer. It is my Christmas gift to you all.
I thank you for wandering near
As you think of where I lie
You think of what I went through
And a tear wells up inside
Let not that tear
Fall for me I’m sitting watching you
For I’m not there at all no more
I’m here inside of you
I’m sitting near within your thoughts
And in your memories
I’m just the thought a gentle breeze
In a gust of memory
I’m the gentle shiver when you are near
I’m the glimmer in your eye
I’m the sparkle that a teardrop brings
When it wells up in your eye
I’m the smile a fond moment brings
I’m the warmth you held so dear
Remember that, as time goes by
And know I’m standing near
As you look upon the Christmas tree
Shinning at this time of year
Know the Lord sent his only son
So that I could be standing near
May our Lord be near you all.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all during this so difficult time of year. Please know that it comes complete with the glisten of tears held within the eyes of it’s, author Roger Borchert. Thank you so very much for the efforts of your loved one towards making our world a better place
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]
Tina DePietro
November 11, 2008
On this day of remembrance, as I watch the Remembrance Day Service from Ottawa on TV, I am filled with mixed emotions. I am saddened by the thought that you are no longer with us yet I thankful that my brother made it home safe. I feel pride for have knowing you as a strong, dedicated, loving individual whom would do anything for his family, friends and country. Glen, I thank you for your loyalty, courage and integrity. Thank you for fighting for our freedom. You are greatly missed. I'm sure Dean is thinking of you today during his service in Thunder Bay and will be toasting your spirit in the afternoon. I know he misses you dearly. LEST WE FORGET!
Kerry, children and Arnold Family, sending you strength, love, hugs and prayers. We will never forget Glen.
Kerry Arnold
November 9, 2008
I come here tonight knowing that we r one day away from Nov 11th theses last few weeks have been a very hard a trying time for me. I need your help to guide me on what I am about to do, I know u r always sitting on my shoulder so please let me know the answer. I love u so much and miss u with all my heart.
Love your wife Kerryxoxoxoxoxox
Roger Borchert
November 6, 2008
In Respect and Remembrance of Our Fallen Warriors, their Mothers, Fathers, Wives, Children, Grandparents, Loved Ones, Friends, Fellow Troops, and all those Canadians whose hearts and tears lay at your side; I submit:
There are no words that I can place here in this registry that could ever justify or explain the loss of your loved one, friend, or fellow soldier. Please know that my family and I cannot stand idly by, without taking a moment, to express how much our hearts go out to you. There is no greater gift towards the future of our country, our world, our humanity, than the efforts and sacrifices made by our Canadian forces towards making our world a better place. Whatever the politics of the day, whatever the leadership of the moment, our selfless warriors have stepped forth to deploy to meet the needs of our changing world, with honour and an integrity that is unrivalled. We as Canadians truly bow and honour your efforts and sacrifice.
We have fallen on fields of battle
In lands so far from home
We have marched to war in honour
For those who’ve felt alone
We have defended those who couldn’t
And stood between the lines
Of two opposing armies
In this new world in our time
We have stood for those who cannot
For those who are oppressed
Standing shoulder to shoulder
To help others do their best
We have held our line with honour
Fury held at bay
Rebuilding a broken nation
To allow all to have a say
Our sons and daughters moms and dads
Stepped forth to make it so
A gift given for a better world
Such a precious gift you know
Our youth in pride have stepped forth
Do this job as best they can
Lay their life upon the line
Each true Canadians
They will not be forgotten
We can never turn away
They have taught the price of giving
In such an honoured way
For where would our world be then
If we just stood by and watched
Could we look ourselves in the eye
And say it wasn’t lost
Our tears. Our thanks. Our prayers.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]
Roger Borchert
September 30, 2008
With a heavy heart stepping forth
Please forgive me when I say
That I let you down in the past
In not a little way
I did not write to let you know
Just how much I cared
For the sacrifice you’ve given
For so many in despair
You stepped forth and joined our forces
Laid your life upon the line
To bring about a safer world
A new world in our time
Fellow soldiers friends and families
And those you held so dear
Still think of you most everyday
For us others it’s not so clear
We must slow down and take the time
Understand how great the cost
For if not placed in front of us
Can we comprehend the loss
Sometimes we’re just so very shy
Or we don’t know what to say
Or do not want to interfere
Or seem superficial in any way
I can no longer withhold my thoughts
I have to pass them on
For it breaks my heart just thinking of
All those left to carry on
Please know that you are in my prayers
Will be there for years to come
Know that you are in my thoughts
For the efforts you have done
Oh yes there is that special day
To remember not to forget
Those who’ve paid the greatest price
We can never repay this debt
Cpl. Glen Arnold we knew you not, but our prayers reach out for you, your loved ones, friends, and fellow soldiers. We do, so dearly, thank you and your loved ones for your efforts towards making our world a better place.
The Borchert Family Slave Lake Alberta
Tina DePietro
September 25, 2008
Hey Glen, Sorry I didn't post on your anniversary but I was busy packing to go visit your buddy and my bro Dean. I can't believe it's been 2 yrs since you've left us. We all miss you so much and think of you often. Don't know if you saw the project that Trista was working on but it's absolutely beautiful. Kerry had sent her some pictures of you and the family and Dean did the same. It was a wonderful tribute to you, Dean and the rest of our Canadian troops. I'm sure you've been busy keeping an eye on your family. I haven't seen Kerry and the kids in a while but I'm sure with you watching over them they are doing OK.
Kerry and children, sending strength and love your way. Hugs to you all. Miss you guys.
Kerry Arnold
September 21, 2008
Dear love of my life I come here tonight, the month of Sept has sure been a hard one for me. I need u to watch over the kids and I and when I am not so sure how to deal with everyday things. It has been two years and some days feel like will it every get any easier. I just wish I could just wake up and this would all be a really bad dream, I would give anything to have u back in the kids and my life right now. I love u so much and miss u so much.
Love always a forever your little family.
Kerry, Jessica, Samantha and your little man Connor.
Big Hugs and Kisses
xoxoxoxo
Eileen Tay
September 20, 2008
~{Rest In Peace}~
shianne muirhead
September 18, 2008
uncle glen, i just have to say i am having a bad day and i miss you..as u know today is my birthday and the day you were taken from us all...we are not in edmonton and i can go see you at your grave but we made a new place here in edmonton at the war wall at city hall and your name is on it...i am going there after with a few of my friends and family just so we can chat with you...i miss you so much.i love you shianne....
Brent " DOC Schriner "
September 17, 2008
Hello glen I know this has been a long time coming and i truley have no reason for it but the months of aug and sept have become the hardest for me especially 9 aug 22 aug 18 sept the days i lost some remarcablely brave commrads and dear friend. i will never for get the days we spent in the dirt in afghanistan u keeping me in check...lol i remember how much you spoke of your kids and the fact u made that extra special effort to call Katie whom i still have to contact i wanna spend a n afternoon and talk to her about you what you did to make her safe in this world, your family and friends miss you every day and my guys in shilo 2 ppcli have never forgotten Doc Arnold.. the honor i had to carry you to the plane was one i will never forget.. you will always be a part of the medic i am today where no one will get in the way of the soldiers you care for...the lessons you taoght the boys in 2 Platoon they still remember and put to use as other injuries cantinued they saved lives because of you.. I try and stop by and say hi as im now in trenton.. when i do i'll bring u a DD and well chat..and oh BTW im still the bigger timmmies Hoe...lol and on that note my friend Peace and say hi and take care of all those who have gone home to your care.....
Gail Forbes
September 10, 2008
hey every day goes by and i can think of all the stuff you did for me and my dad i miss you so so much and your family needs you the most but let this be a good bye for now and i miss you lots Glen
Daniel
July 13, 2008
Hey Coach,
I cant wait to come to your basketball camp.
Katie Marie Arnold
June 16, 2008
Hey Daddy! Sorry I missed your Birthday but I had a school trip that day! It was fun, and I hope you enjoyed it too! Missing you a lot,
I Love you a lot,
Lance
June 4, 2008
Happy Birthday Glen. Missing you alot these days.
Richard Furoy
May 30, 2008
Hey Glen,
A thought to say hi, and to say missing you guys.. later bro....
shianne muirhead
March 29, 2008
hey uncle
i miss you alot and i know this song that reminds me of you and i keep listening to it an i almost start crying
jeremie morin
March 25, 2008
Glen was a good men I knew him personaly he was a caring father,husbind,friend when my fammily and I heard of his death we were shocked I still remember the last time we saw him before he left for Afghan he seemed so well and I am positive that he is still with every one of us who liked him I wish my condolences to his familly ,wife and kids... he was and remains a hero in my mind...!!!
shianne muirhead
March 14, 2008
sorry i conveuse every body it has only been 1 year almost 2 in september and i really miss all of the arnold family and i miss you the most uncle glen
shianne muirhead
March 12, 2008
hey uncle it has almost been 3 years since you died i really miss you. but i know you are in a better place know i hope u r missing me too love you
André Moncion
March 12, 2008
As a former Irish, i am sadden to realise the passing of a brother, my condolences to the family.
Lisa Larose(Thibodeau)
March 11, 2008
I have just recently heard about your passing. I just wanted to express my condolence to your family. We were in the Irish Regiment together. I still think of my time there fondly. You were a nice person I have never heard a bad word. You were a really nice guy. The world has once less good person in it. Take care of your family from above. I cant imagine what they have gone through. God bless.
Trista Murphy
December 10, 2007
Glen, it's amazing to say even tho i barely knew you, tho you were such a good friend of the family, you have definately been an inspiration to me. My deepest thots and strongest prayers go out to your wife Kerry and the kids, who might i add have gotten big, i remember bowling with the 3 families a few yrs back, Uncle Dean and the twins, my family and I and you Kerry and the kids, Connor was just a baby, and he's looking more and more liek you each day.
If only I could be there just for a minute to give Kerry and the kids a hug, tho i am there in thot and prayer.
Until we meet again Glen, may you Rest In Peace,
Much love
David Cheslock
November 21, 2007
I remember the good times we had together through the many years. Although life took us in seperate directions you always remained a friend.
We will never forget your sacrifice.You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts everyday.
Cassandra Shepherd
November 12, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina DePietro
November 11, 2007
Thinking of you on this Rememberance Day Glen! We miss you!
Cpl Amy Kitzul
October 4, 2007
Miss you Glen, I can't believe it's been so long. Not a day goes by without thinking of what you guys have done for us. RIP Arnie
Tim Masson
September 25, 2007
To the family of Glen Arnold. It has taken us a year to come peace with the fact that Arnie is gone. I met Arnie in 1997 when we were together at CFMSS Arnie and I were the best of buddies and he would refer to me as Popps and my wife Shirley as mom. Arnie spent many evenings in our tiny PMQ kitchen drinking coffee and talking for hours. When he gut posted to Petawawa, I went to Trenton and we still kept in contact. The back to CFMSS in 2000. I have always had the greatest of respect for Glen as a man, a humantarian and as a terrific Medic
I was medically released only a short few weeks before Arnie passed away, unfortunatly I was not allowed to be present when he arrived home. Please accept my sincere condolances, and please know that I think of him often and miss him greatly My apologies for not writting sooner but this has been a very difficult road for me to climb.
God bless each and every one of you
Laura Muirhead
September 19, 2007
Glen, wow its been a year since you left us... I have only known you a short time but I feel like I have known you forever. Everytime I go to your house to see Kerry and the kids are playing and running around I know you would be so proud to be their daddy..They all miss you so much.But you alreay know that. Yesterday when I was at your grave with Shianne and my Conner..It was like you were right there...Shianne was so very proud she could read you her speech she wrote for you.It was Shiannes 11 birthday yesterday as well and all she wanted was to go see you...I know she misses you and I am sure you miss her too...we love you glen and we miss you so much.. We are all doing our best to make sure Kerry and the kids are safe..but you know that...take care my friend we will chat again on day...
Chris Buder
September 18, 2007
Dear Glen, It has been a year and it feels like yesterday that you left us. I coudn't make it today but I really enjoyed the visit this past Sunday.I really miss you, but we had a good talk the other day. And I really hope you give me an answer with my big problem I'm having... but we'll talk more about that later. Your stone looks great, you look happy in the picture. I really hope thats how you left and how you are now. I'm sure it sucks having to watch your kids grow from there but at least you get to watch. I hope they are all doing great, I hope the best for them all and Kerry too. Man I love you and wish I could bring you back, I miss the fun times we had as kids, I think of them a lot these days. Well I guest I will go now, can't wait to see you some day, we'll talk then.
Tina DePietro
September 18, 2007
Kerry, Kids and all the Arnold Family
Sending you all lots of love, hugs and strength today. Glen will always be watching over you all and guiding his children. Kerry, sending you the most strength and the biggest hugs. Wish I were there if only for a moment to give you a hug in person. Hope your doing OK!!
Glen!! Your children are growing so fast and after seeing Connor this summer at our family BBQ, it's uncanny how much he looks like you. When anyone looks into that little man's eyes, they will never forget you. I'm sure he'll grow up to be an amazing man, a wonderful husband as you were to Kerry and a fantastic friend as you were to my bro.
Miss you my friend, until we meet again!
kerry Arnold
September 18, 2007
Hi love today is a very hard day for the kids and I. It sure is hard to believe you have been gone a year today, Where does life go? We had a mass for u today and a nice visit to the grave. I really hope that you enjoy smelling all of you roses while u enjoy your DD coffee. Connor really loved his time with Uncle Lance. Bye for now I love love you so much
All my love Kerryxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Osmond
September 18, 2007
To the Arnold Family,
I didn't know Glen but I wanted to let you know that my families thoughts and prayers are with you today and always ... Glen looks to be such a kind man and I am sure that his time here with us; was well spent and his family can be proud ... he is very familiar to me and I think he played guitar at the St Francis of Assisi choir but I am not positive ... I hope you are all doing okay and I know you believe in Angels and I do believe that you all have one, in Glen.
Do take care.
Veronica Foucault
September 18, 2007
George&Leona Arnold&Family, Kerry Arnold&Children; It is a year ago today that Glen passed away leaving so many people who loved him.He paid the ultimate price for his country and his fellow men and women.He will always be a hero and will never be forgotten.He gave his life for something he truly believed in.He will always be missed and someone to always be proud of.My thoughts are with his family today.
Sarah Paige
September 18, 2007
I never knew Glen, but I'm gonna to say that he was a great guy. My thoughts are with the Unit and his family today. RIP Glen
Rena Daviau
September 18, 2007
I sit at work thinking about you today. I'm thinking about my birthday parties that you came to when we were kids, that cute little brown dress coat that you wore all the time, all the times I went to the arena to watch you ref, all the talks we had about life, the last minute dinners at my place, the dances, the talks, the laughter, surprise party at camp (I put that picture on my Facebook)and so many many many more great times that we had. I miss you. You were that one lifelong friend that I thought of and still do when I reflect on everything. You guided me in so many ways down this wonderful road that I am on. I hate the fact that I owe you so much that now cannot be repayed. You are in my thoughts and inspire me everyday to appreciate the meaning life. You are truly an angel guiding us all Glen!
Samantha Arnold
September 8, 2007
I miss you Daddy I know you are always sitting on my shoulder you are my angle. I was out riding my bike today, and I am getting pretty good at it. I have a great teacher this year, I think you picked her for me. I Love you Daddy you are always in my heart. You are the BEST DADDY in the whole world.
Kerry Arnold
September 8, 2007
Hey baby tomorrow I will be bringing the kids and my parent down to the CWM so that they are able to see just how beautiful it is. I miss you with all of my heart and really wish you were here with us. I love you so very much Glen and always will forever and ever. Love your wife Kerry
shianne muirhead
August 29, 2007
hi uncle
it will be my birthday soon and that is the day you passed away on and i will always remember that
love shianne xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Chris Buder
August 27, 2007
Glen, my life has changed so much in the past couple of months, but I am sure you know why.I think of you a lot, maybe because of your pictures we have in the house and in my tool box at work. I do enjoy taking to you, I seem to talk to you more now then I ever did before, I wish I could change that. That saying, "you don't miss someone until their gone" really hangs true to me with you, I really do miss you. But you did what you had to do, not thinking of the danger, you just did it, and with a passion. I honor you for that and am tring to live my life the same. I'm going to come see you soon and go say hi to Kerry and the kids.
Talk to you again soon.
Samantha Arnold
August 25, 2007
Hi Daddy I went to Yellowkinfe it was a lot of fun. I love you, and miss you my sweet Daddy. We are taking a trip to honor you this weekend. Connor is really growing fast, looking more and more like you every day. I am growing up fast Daddy and I know you are always watching over me. Connor say's HI.
Love Samantha xoxoxoxoxxoxooxo
Kelly Dove
August 21, 2007
I wish that I would have met you Glen but I am sure we crossed paths somewhere along the line. I have learned so much about you and I fell like I have known you forever. Know this...you have a beautiful, thoughtful, and caring wife. I think of her as my sister. We have shared many tears together and I will always be there for her.
Kerry, I just want to know how much I value our friendship and cherish every moment we get to spend together. I will do anything in the world for you and I know that you would do the same. You are strong and I know we will get through this some day...may not be next week... or next year, but some day it might make sence.
I love you Kerry and thank you for being there for me as well.
Katherine Arnold
August 8, 2007
Dad, Mom and I are gonna stop to see you on our way to Ottawa to see Paul Baynenin a few weeks, see you then,
oxoxoxoxoxoxox
Your Katie Bear
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