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SHAUN MICHAEL O'GRADY

Shaun Michael O'Grady came by today, February 14th, 2005 to let us know he made it through the Marine Corps basic training
at Parris Island and give us a picture of him in uniform. He told us he is going back soon for training at Camp Lejuene, and
then on for gunnery training. In two short months Shaun will be in Iraq.

We are all very proud of him, but also concerned for his safety. He did this on his own, without our help.
Having only a GED, he had to work, save his money and then get some college credits before the Marines
would let him join up. Shaun's grandfather, Fred, was also a Marine. Shaun was born on Fred's birthday, March 12th.


I've just talked with the Marine Locators and have written Shaun a letter and am sending him a card. I found out he is now a Lance Corporal. Cool!
Shaun's maternal grandfather was in the army and his father was a submariner (Spadefish). We have military in our backgrounds. Shaun we still miss you and think of you often.


Eternal Father, grant, we pray
To all Marines, both night and day,
The courage, honor, strength, and will
Their land to serve, Thy law fulfill;
Be Thou the shield forevermore
From every peril to the Corps.



My Favorite Web sites

USMC official home page