NEWS ALERT: FALLEN SOLDER FUNERAL PROCESSION THROUGH DRIPPING ON SATURDAY

Funeral procession passing through Dripping Springs on Saturday, July 18, for Spc. Joshua R. Farris, 22, of Smithville, Texas. Joshua died July 9 in Wardak Province, Afghanistan of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle. The funeral procession is from Smithville to Johnson City. His family has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to help honor his service and ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Exact time the procession will pass through Dripping Springs cannot be exact, but the Patriot Guard estimates any time between Noon and 1:00PM. Dripping Springs turned out, lining the sides of 290, when Lady Bird’s procession came through, let’s show Spc. Farris and his family how much we appreciate what they gave.

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Spc. Farris joined the military in March 2006. He was a member of the 10th Mountain Division, a storied unit that formed during World War II. The soldiers are trained to fight and survive under brutal mountain conditions. The 3rd Brigade Combat team of the Mountain Division was sent to eastern Afghanistan in January of this year.

Joshua Farris was a decorated soldier. His awards and commendations include: the Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, the NATO Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge. Source.

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Posted by Dripping Springs Babbler at Friday, July 17, 2009 4:18 PM
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  • Friday, July 17, 2009 5:13 PM Sandra Steele wrote:
    I will spread the word. That picture says 1000 words.
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  • Saturday, July 18, 2009 10:57 AM Robert wrote:
    Wish I could be there to say goodbye to this amazing young man. I am spreading the word to friends nearby. I will never forget the sacrifice you made Spc. Farris. Gone but not forgotten!
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  • Saturday, July 18, 2009 12:48 PM Elaine wrote:
    Just passed thru dripping springs, on my way to fredricksburg with my family. Saw everyone standing with flags and signs for Joshua. I googled it, and was sad to see this story. As an army wife, it hits home, and makes me sad. I'm proud of our soilders, and love that the community is honoring a true hero. RIP Joshua.
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  • Saturday, July 18, 2009 9:32 PM Dewayne L. wrote:
    I would like to thank the people of Dripping Springs for showing much respect and love to one of our fallen soldiers.It touched so many people when we came through to see the support of your town for Spec.Joshua R. Farris.Everyone talked about how they cried to see so many out in the sun to honer him and to pay ther respect to him and our family.
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  • Sunday, July 19, 2009 8:41 AM Kelly Rowe wrote:
    To the dear people of Dripping Springs, I offer my deepest thanks and love for the respect you showed yesterday to Spec. Joshua R. Farris and his family. I was one of the PGR riders in the procession and when we came over the hill into town, the sight of all of you completely overwhelmed me. I wept like a baby at the love of this man and the love of our country you showed! You made me proud to be a member of the PGR and you made me proud to be a Texan.

    Thank you and may God bless all of you for your support!!
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  • Tuesday, July 21, 2009 11:56 AM Theo Gonzales wrote:
    Upon my return from the Nam I was assigned to perform “Funeral Detail” when I was with the 82nd Airborne Division. It was the worst assignment of my 21 year Army career, I saw my fellow Combat Veterans taken away from their loved ones way too early in their lives, leaving families in tears; when I saw this, it reminded me of that detail and all the pain and anguish of losing one so young. I’m very proud of this young man and my heart and sympathy go out to his family and friends.
    I too live in Drippin’, but was not aware of this event, if I had, I too would have been out there, crippled or not, to join my fellow neighbors Honoring this fine young man. May our Lord and Father grant you the peace and privilege to be with Him forever, you’ve done your time in hell.
    Sine Pari
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