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curtisreed 08-11-2010 10:09 AM

Lost my Brother-in-Law and a patriot
 
I just needed to vent about a bad thing that happened to our family this past weekend. My Brother-in-Law Sgt. Ellis Brown was riding his Harley with a couple of soldier buddies of his and had wreck that caused multiple injuries that took his life at 43. He had given 24 years of military service. I considered him a brother, American hero, and protector of our family. He was divorced and raising 2 daughters he is leaving behind 3 altogether, 24, 21, and 13. My wife and I are taking in the 13yo.

I hope this doesn't make anyone mad, but I know there are a lot of patriotic guys on this forum and I didn't think anyone would mind if I vented for a bit.

Ellis giving my son his first salute.
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-...8/10550064.jpg

His favorite tatoo
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-..._7180747_n.jpg

Ellis is on the right.
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-...7_531909_n.jpg

hollowayshotrods 08-11-2010 10:25 AM

Curtis,
I wish I knew what to say........................our prayers for the family.

signsbyesa 08-11-2010 12:22 PM

door, another BIG bump in the road, and your stepping up, everyones
life has now changed, things are not the same, i pray that the road
that god has put you on will be healing for all, rudy is right, don't know
what to say, wish and pray for the best for the entire family, one of
our protectors came home to enjoy the freedom he fought for, and
died, godspeed to you and the family my friend,

fla1976 08-11-2010 01:14 PM

Sorry to hear of your loss. Glad to hear that the 13 yo will still be with family though. Thoughts and prayers go out for you and yours. I appreciate all the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces.

BEAST477 08-11-2010 02:26 PM

Curtis, really sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and his children.

suicidebomb 08-11-2010 04:39 PM

Our sincerest condolences, to you and your family, Curtis.

Thoughts and prayers

Scooterz 08-11-2010 04:45 PM

Well Curtis, that sucks. America lost a good man indeed... I love the tattoo's he had... a proud American Soldier. The kid's he leaves behind can always be proud... in memory of the man & American Soldier he will always be. I am really sorry about that. you are a good man for helping the 13yr old & seeing she will have support & love.

I believe there is a special welcoming when soldiers finally go home... in a place so much better than ours... the hard work, loyalty, selflessness, & love for their country... enduring anything that comes their way... I can't help but believe God has welcomed him home with the words: "well done, good & faithful servant"....

RIP Sgt Eliis Brown!! Semper fi & thanks for your hard work... WE ALL SALUTE YOU WITH SAD HEARTS ONE MORE TIME.

TheYellaBrick 08-11-2010 05:44 PM

Scoot says it all, Curtis...............................God Bless ya for steppin' up.


http://www.youtube.com/user/LoneLoui.../2/4WRoWPhLU2Q

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curtisreed 08-12-2010 03:42 AM

Guys, thank you so much. I can never honor him enough for what he has given me.

Curtis

MEMRACING62 08-12-2010 03:58 AM

sorry for your familys loss. prayers sent


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