Need some prayers
Need some prayers
Hey guys, I have someone in desperate need of some prayers. For those that don't know me, I have been a police officer for 26 years and served another 8 in the military. I had a young guy and his girlfriend move into the apartment across the hall from me and we developed a friendship. He was medically retired from the Army and was a Ranger for the majority of his service. Not sure on the number of deployments he made, but he developed PTSD along the way. He was off and on with his medications and had other demons that he just could not overcome. His girlfriend delivered an 8 pound baby girl 2 weeks ago, but even that could not defeat the voices in his head and he finally had enough and took his life yesterday. I am heart broke as we shared some time together in a fishing boat and working on my truck. He was a good man and I will miss what he could have become both as a father and a companion. Think of his family tonight if you would. Thanks,
Lee
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Man, that's a tough one. Prayers for his girlfriend and baby girl. Also praying that he may rest in peace.
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Re: Need some prayers
Very sorry to hear, prayers for his family and yours. Suicide among military and LE officers has become all too common.
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That’s hard. Prayers lifted for their peace and comfort during their sorrows.
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It has become and epidemic unfortunately. 22 veterans a day are being lost to suicide. That is just totally unacceptable to me. Sadly, I just do not know what to do to help. I tried talking with Garrett and told him that I would be there for him WHENEVER ne needed me
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Dang. I read this a got chill bumps all over. So so sad. Prayers to his family. Prayers to his girlfriend and his baby.
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Man that's tough to even hear. Prayers for all affected by this.
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So so sorry. Heartbreaking story. Prayers said and sent for strength and comfort for his girlfriend and the baby.
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Hate to hear this. It's something you may never get over. You may get on with life, but never over this event. It's a terrible thing. I can relate to this and it's not easy. You have my number, if you need me or anything , please feel free to call.
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Man, I'm sorry to hear that. Prayers sent for his girlfriend, and baby girl, and for you also Lee.
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oh my! so sorry to hear
prayers for you and especially his girlfriend and baby. they say a average of 22 a day resort to suicide.
prayers for you and especially his girlfriend and baby. they say a average of 22 a day resort to suicide.
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Sad news, for sure.
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So sad that those that have dedicated their lives for our freedom have such a high suicide rate. Prayers sent for all involved in this tragedy.
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That's sad to hear. I feel for his girlfriend child child. I'll keep them in my thoughts and prayers.
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Hey Lee, thanks for sharing something so tough to remind us all of the struggle our brave troops continue to battle with even after getting home. I will pray for you and for the mother and child. Real tragedy - may God’s hand be on all those involved.
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Lee, so sorry to hear of the loss of your friend and my heart, thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I've sat for many hours just talking to friends and family that have been struggling through PTSD. It tears me up inside knowing that they fought a hell of a battle over there, only to come home and fight an even tougher battle. I believe this should be treated outside the VA as most of us see at times how the VA can be and this not a time to drop the ball. The only thing we can do as brothers is exactly what you did, let them know we are there and just listen. His fighting is over and his demon's are gone, the pain is no more. May everyone remember him for who he was and not who he became.