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Military Farmgirls:  Lost a soldier from our community, Sgt. Robbins  |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
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Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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 Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 10:35:07 AM
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 It is with sadness and a broken heart that I share this with my Farmgirl Sisters. We have lost a soldier from our little community of Florissant, CO, SGT. 1st Class Elliott Robbins.
Our family will be there will the rest of our community to put flags everywhere at their business and bordering Hwy. 24. It is our main road in and out of town.
Please keep the family in your prayers. Thank you.
RIP Sgt. Robbins and thank you for giving your life for our country and freedom.
Job well done Sir-:(
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Hi everyone,
Some of you may have heard on the news that we lost three soldiers this week in Afghanistan. While we mourn all those who have served and paid the ultimate price for our country - one hit us much more close to home.
Elliott J. Robbins and his wife, Victoria are the new, young owners of Costello's Coffee Shop, in Florissant, at the junction of Teller 1 and 24. Elliott was the gracious smiling face that greeted you there, and was always excited and humbled by everyone's patronage. Elliott often shared their hopes and dreams of building the Coffee Shop's business. They had lots of plans - now all cut sh
Elliott was one of the soldiers reported killed on June 30th. Heartbreakingly, he was only three weeks from coming home he and Victoria had just had their first son, Elliott,Jr., just a few weeks before this deployment began. Elliott Jr. will be growing up without knowing his daddy.
Costello's is closed now, understandably, but there is a note on the door that says they plan to open the morning of July 4th. Several of us old military types thought it would be a fitting tribute if they opened their doors to a flood of American flags placed in the borders around the Coffee House by our community, as a show of support. If any of you, would like to help us in this effort, break out your flags and feel free to join us and pass the word. I am sure Victoria and little Elliott are going to need all the love our community can show them.
I guess, there may be some who may not share this sentiment for one reason or another. That is certainly your right. But please save that for some other time and just know there is a young, grieving widow that desperately needs our support right now. I hope we can join together as a community and honor Elliott's memory and encourage his family in this small way. To us, showing support for a young widow who has given everything for our country, is one of the most fitting ways we can think of to mark the real meaning of the Fourth of July.
If you agree, grab a flag or two and plant them outside Costello's before they open in the morning on the Fourth (in the borders - not blocking the parking lot. ) Let's flood the place with love and support!
We also hope to place a basket inside for cards for Vicky and little Elliott.
Here is a link for more information on Elliott and his distinguished service to our country : https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/07/01/army-identifies-third-soldier-killed-afghanistan-recent-days.
Thanks,
Dane and Annemarie Egli, Sandi Boehr
Army Identifies Third Soldier Killed in Afghanistan in Recent Days
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/07/01/army-identifies-third-soldier-killed-afghanistan-recent-days.html
Big Hugs,
Debbie
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Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 10:45:35 AM
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Debbie may the Lord be with Elliott J. Robbins and his wife, Victoria and your community. May he bless and keep you all.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jana
Southern California
USA
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Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 11:40:20 AM
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Wishing you, family, friends and community peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Jana
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6717 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 12:24:00 PM
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 (Jeremy)
Thank you.
Here is a picture of my Permanent Hero Wall in my living room. Hero’s past and present with one Jeremy not yet 21 my youngest Hero. My girlfriends Son who lost his life in Afghanistan from an IED as well.
Today is so hard for me as a retired military wife, losing another one, 3 of our own. Just so, so sad and weepy.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
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Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 1:59:31 PM
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I wish I were there with you Debbie. I'm so sorry. My heartfelt prayers...and love.
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
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Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 3:23:58 PM
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I am so sorry for Sgt. Robbins' family. I hope the support from the community will help them during this sad time.
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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loribeck
True Blue Farmgirl
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Lori
Alvordton
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USA
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Posted - Jul 02 2019 : 7:30:24 PM
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So sorry to hear about Sgt. Robbins. Prayers for the family. My heart breaks every time I hear about a fallen soldier. Hugs and prayers.
Farmgirl 7774
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 05:16:10 AM
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I am so sorry to hear about the loss of this young man in Afghanistan. Prayers to his family and the community and circle of close friends.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 1:07:30 PM
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Debbie, I am so sorry. It breaks my heart to hear about our soldiers losing their life. Sending many hugs to you and your community. The family will be in my thoughts.
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Krissel
True Blue Farmgirl
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Vicki
Sebring
FLORIDA
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 3:39:48 PM
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Condolences to you and your family. I'm grateful and proud of your guys and all who protect and serve our country. Thank you.
Farmgirl#7588 Fishgirl Farm Chapter member.
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6717 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2019 : 4:25:45 PM
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This is SFC Robbins and his wife Victoria’s business Costello’s coffee shop. Our Community has gotten together to place flags, plant flowers and put up banners to honor SFC Robbins. Our Community will have a Service for him tomorrow as he and his wife are so loved by our community. We want Victoria and Elliott their 6 month old Son to know we are here for them and they have our support.
SFC Robbins body arrived at Dover Air Force Base yesterday, his home town is Ogden, Utah and his body will be flown home for his funeral soon.
I am so honored and happy to live in this wonderful little town where we all come together to take care of our own.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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HollerGirl56
True Blue Farmgirl
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Barbara
Flat Top
WV
USA
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Posted - Jul 05 2019 : 10:56:55 AM
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So very sad to hear this and praying for his family.
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jul 05 2019 : 12:54:34 PM
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Debbie, I am from Ogden, Utah. This is just so sad and heartbreaking. I haven't heard anything about it here, but I don't watch the news. I hope the community here is also supporting him and his family. I'm so sad for the little six month old. I'm happy to hear so many are supporting them there.
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6717 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Jul 05 2019 : 5:10:48 PM
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The Memorial here at their business yesterday Krista was beautiful and very heart felt. Hundreds were there and not many dry eyes, the news media was there so it was broadcast on tv for those who could not be there. A very loved young family in our community and this is just so sad. There has not been any word on the funeral as his death is still under investigation by the military as it was non combat related. When their investigation is over then his body will be flown home, but the circumstances of his death will probably not be released. SFC will be missed by our community.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels, and
when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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