03-27-2004, 17:14
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Quiet Professional
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Col. Aaron Bank
My father, Colonel Bank, will soon be put under hospice care at his
assisted
living. We met with his doctor and the hospital chaplain yesterday. Today we
meet with hospice. The results of his staph test will not come in until
tomorrow,
Sunday, so he probably will not be moved until Monday. This is not quite
clear
yet. In order for you all to make plans for my father's funeral, I asked
how long
it will be before he passes away. It could be as quickly as three days and as
long as two weeks, although his heart is so weak, I doubt that it will take
that
long. However, one never knows. He is sedated presently so that he is com-
fortable and pain-free.
Many thanks from our family for the many touching messages we are re-
ceiving from our Special Forces family around the world!
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03-27-2004, 17:40
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Consigliere
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Colonel Bank and his family.
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Last edited by Roguish Lawyer; 03-27-2004 at 18:26.
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03-27-2004, 18:31
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Truly the father of us all. A warrior and Great American.
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03-27-2004, 18:48
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For those that do not know it Col. Aaron Banks is considered the Father of Special Forces.
A patriot, warrior and the epitome of Special Forces soldier.
Our prayers are with you and your family Col. Banks.
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03-27-2004, 18:51
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Consigliere
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03-27-2004, 19:39
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Vaya con Dios, Colonel, and thanks for all you have done for us.
You will be missed.
I am sure that the plan will be executed and will reflect well on all of us.
TR
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03-27-2004, 19:41
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The Colonel, his family and all of his Brothers are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest easy Sir.
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03-27-2004, 20:05
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Thank you for all you have done Col Banks.
You, your family, frineds and comrads are in my prayers.
Respectfully submitted,
James D
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03-27-2004, 20:20
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Your presence and guidance has led thousands of soldiers who chose to follow your footsteps into Special Forces. You have lived a full life, and well earned your reward. Journey well, Colonel Bank.
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03-27-2004, 21:13
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Guerrilla
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I'm not a very religous person but in this case I'll say a prayer
God bless
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03-28-2004, 01:28
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Rest In Peace, Sir.
You created perhaps the most powerful tool of US foreign policy ever imagined. You will never be forgotten, Sir. Thank you for your honor, dedication, and sacrifice.
De Oppressor Liber, Sir.
Respectfully...
Ian M-
Blue Skies, Sir.
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03-28-2004, 03:18
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God Bless You, Sir. May the Father continue to watch over your family and all that have known you.
Few men leave such an enormous legacy; Colonel Bank, Sir, you have made such an impression on the whole world and improved the lives of so many. De Opresso Liber.
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03-28-2004, 20:41
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Best wishes!
Isn't he located in CA?
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03-29-2004, 01:18
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Area Commander
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May my prayers be heard for You Sir, and Your family.
Peace be with you.
Holly
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03-29-2004, 18:11
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My family's thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family, sir.
God Bless.
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