willysmb44 Posted June 14, 2016 Share #26 Posted June 14, 2016 Man, that's terrible. I don't know him any more than his books. But I agree, no parent should have to deal with this, especially something as senseless as a nutjob deciding to go on his own jihad by doing something so cowardly and despicable. Lee Bishop Formerly known as "Ratchet 5" with the 2nd Infantry Division (yes, in REAL life) US WW2 War Correspondent collector Link to post Share on other sites
MAW Posted June 14, 2016 Share #27 Posted June 14, 2016 Terrible news. Mark is a stand-up guy. Sincere condolences and prayers. Always interested in the 166th Infantry, 42nd Division, A.E.F. Quality WW1 studio portraits and real photo postcards of Distinguished Service Cross recipients; showing steel helmets; or other interesting content. Link to post Share on other sites
RobL Posted June 14, 2016 Share #28 Posted June 14, 2016 Very saddened to hear of your loss Mark Rob Lihani Link to post Share on other sites
The Meatcan Posted June 14, 2016 Share #29 Posted June 14, 2016 Condolences to Mark, and all families, struck by this horrible act. Terry to all who have served! Link to post Share on other sites
Manchu Warrior Posted June 14, 2016 Share #30 Posted June 14, 2016 I don't even know what to say so I will just keep all those affected by this senseless violence in my prayers. In memory of.....SSG Jarred S Fontenot US Army KIA Baghdad, Iraq 10-18-07 RIP my friend-Charlie Three Three Delta Out Link to post Share on other sites
Kurt Barickman Posted June 14, 2016 Share #31 Posted June 14, 2016 Mark, At a loss for words right now. Remember meeting your son at your house many years ago and am so sad for you and your family. Please let any of us in the collecting community know if there is anything we can do. God Bless you. Kurt Barickman My hobby is my job and my job is my hobby. High School and University History Instructor Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Jerry Posted June 14, 2016 Share #32 Posted June 14, 2016 Here is an interview with Mark; http://www.hannity.com/articles/election-493995/father-of-orlando-victim-speaks-out-14809604/ Mr.JERRY My new book on the History of the US Service Flag is available now- contact me directly for a signed copy https://www.elmgrovepublishing.com/in-the-service-of-our-country Collector of WWI & WWII Home Front Flags, Unit Flags & Guidons, US & German helmets, insignia, uniforms, medals, Women's Military Uniforms, Wisconsin Vocational School made Fighting Knives. Military Collectibles Shop Owner & Dealer in everything else~! Check out our Facebook page for updates and the latest Shop news!: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Military-Collectibles-Shop/171226792906875 Visit our website (and visit our shop if you are ever near Milwaukee, WI USA) http://www.militarycollectorsHQ.com See what Mr.Jerry has on eBay this week: https://www.ebay.com/sch/mr.jerry/m.html?_ipg=200&_sop=1&_rdc=1 Link to post Share on other sites
crashdive Posted June 14, 2016 Share #33 Posted June 14, 2016 Just awful. I can't even imagine losing my child. Keeping you and your family in my prayers...Andy AndyASMIC# 5617Looking for the following Items:Original WWII SSI (all services) Original Theater made OEF/OIF PatchesALWAYS INTERESTED TO TRADE DUPLICATES Link to post Share on other sites
doinworkinvans Posted June 14, 2016 Share #34 Posted June 14, 2016 Gosh, I cant even listen to this. What a tragedy. May God have mercy on this country. Here is a video interview as well. http://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/former-detroit-police-officer-who-lost-son-in-orlando-attack-talks-about-the-mass-shooting Actively collecting: 13th USAAF uniforms and groups/medal groups! 307th BG, 5th BG, 11th BG, 42nd BG Also looking for: WWII Far East Air Force uniforms/groups! Any Pacific Army Air Force Groups to 5th, 7th, 10th, 14th, 20th AAF Collecting CBI and ATC Pacific Army Air Force groups USMF's custom photo resize tool:http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/229816-custom-resize-tool-exclusively-for-the-usmf/ Link to post Share on other sites
CNY Militaria Posted June 14, 2016 Share #35 Posted June 14, 2016 Please focus responses to the initial purpose of this topic. Posts about concealed carry, politics, etc will be deleted. Ebay Sales: wwii.uniform.collector Auctioneer Website: http://www.cnymilitaria.com Facebook Sales Group Link to post Share on other sites
David D Posted June 14, 2016 Share #36 Posted June 14, 2016 My condolences to Mark and his family. His son is in my thoughts today. Collecting WWI 26th Division Machine Gun and Infantry related Helmets, Equipment, Groupings, Photos and Dog Tags! Link to post Share on other sites
cavsaddle Posted June 14, 2016 Share #37 Posted June 14, 2016 Mark, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. We can understand what you are going through. We lost our daughter back in February, God bless you. George & Dale Link to post Share on other sites
gomorgan Posted June 15, 2016 Share #38 Posted June 15, 2016 My thoughts and prayers for Mark ,his son and family, will light a candle at mass on Sunday... Link to post Share on other sites
sundance Posted June 15, 2016 Share #39 Posted June 15, 2016 Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers, May your son rest in peace. Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted June 15, 2016 Share #40 Posted June 15, 2016 To the Bando family. We are so sorry to hear of your senseless loss. May God welcome Christopher into his arms and give peace to your family. Bob & Chris Chesarek - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
JasonT Posted June 15, 2016 Share #41 Posted June 15, 2016 I am sorry for the tragic loss of your young son. Thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and all those affected. Link to post Share on other sites
Jeeper704 Posted June 15, 2016 Share #42 Posted June 15, 2016 My sympathies and prayers go out to Mr. Bando and his family. Erwin 704th Tank Destroyer Battalion Link to post Share on other sites
37thguy Posted June 15, 2016 Share #43 Posted June 15, 2016 My condolences to you and yours Mark Looking for for 37th Division VietNam and earlier Special Forces & USS Hemminger DE 746 items "Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end." See my FB sales page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1928884587130681/pending/ Link to post Share on other sites
everforward Posted June 15, 2016 Share #44 Posted June 15, 2016 So very sorry. Link to post Share on other sites
Kurt Barickman Posted June 19, 2016 Share #45 Posted June 19, 2016 http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/as-orlando-funerals-wrap-up-survivors-worry-about-future/ar-AAhhYjg?ocid=spartandhp My hobby is my job and my job is my hobby. High School and University History Instructor Link to post Share on other sites
cutiger83 Posted June 29, 2016 Share #46 Posted June 29, 2016 Saw this today. Angels quietly blocked protesters at Drew Leonin's funeral. http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/orlando-nightclub-massacre/angels-quietly-block-westboro-protesters-orlando-funeral-n595311 Link to post Share on other sites
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