Richard A.-Goward-Obituary

Spc. Richard A. Goward

Midland, Michigan

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Army Spc. Richard A. Goward served on active duty with the Army from 1990 to 1996, then joined the Michigan National Guard after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. "He told me, `If I can''t protect my family, then who can?,''" said Goward''s wife, Karen. Goward was killed April 14 in Iraq when his truck entered a dust cloud and collided with another truck. Goward''s survivors also include two daughters, ages 8 and 5. "Ric was a wonderful husband and father," his wife said. "He enjoyed jujitsu (a form of martial arts) and outdoor activities."

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On this Memorial Day weekend, we will pray for your family's healing. Specialist Richard A. Goward, you are in Heaven, standing beside Jesus, able to watch over your family & friends forever. You paid the ultimate sacrifice but have been given a special place there, honoring your life. We will always remember...

We will never forget.

Richard stands beside Jesus, completely understanding ALL of God's mysterious ways. His sacrifice has given him the ability to watch over all of you every minute of every day. The previous note was not given the correct email address.

We continue to pray for Richard's family to accept God's strength and Grace, having lost their son, brother, cousin, grandson as he fought for freedom to reign. Keep up your faith!

Again we remember Specialist Richard A. Goward for his courage and dedication to preserve freedom. He's an angel who will guard you forever.

You will never be forgotten, you are thought of every single day by all of us who knew you, served with you, and are waiting to see you again.

For Specialist Richard Goward's family: He has earned angel wings and will forever watch over you all. I will not forget his sacrifice!