Comments on: A Short Memorial to Two Fallen Brothers http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/ A Throwback to a Time that Never Was Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:33:10 -0400 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 By: Matthew Boschert http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-53 Matthew Boschert Thu, 28 Dec 2006 16:05:05 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-53 his dad is setting up a foundation his dad is setting up a foundation

]]> By: Louis Patriquin http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-52 Louis Patriquin Fri, 22 Dec 2006 00:02:21 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-52 I am a distant cousin of Travis' and had the distinct honor of meeting him once. (On a seperate occasion I flew him into the desert in a C-5, but didn't find out about it until after the fact.) Our conversation was brief but fascinating. He was on his way home post Op Anaconda and had many stories to tell. It was truly an honor to meet him, if only briefly. My condolences to the entire family and all with whom he closely served. Please keep me informed of any foundations set up for his family. I am a distant cousin of Travis’ and had the distinct honor of meeting him once. (On a seperate occasion I flew him into the desert in a C-5, but didn’t find out about it until after the fact.) Our conversation was brief but fascinating. He was on his way home post Op Anaconda and had many stories to tell. It was truly an honor to meet him, if only briefly. My condolences to the entire family and all with whom he closely served. Please keep me informed of any foundations set up for his family.

]]> By: James http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-51 James Sat, 16 Dec 2006 19:11:50 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-51 I was reading an article about CPT Patriquin, saw the powerpoint presentation, and remembered I saw your post here. Blown away, I was. Damnit, it sucks that we lost him. What a bright, talented, wise asset. Anyway, I posted a link up directing people here and the presentation (which is dead on, by the way). I was reading an article about CPT Patriquin, saw the powerpoint presentation, and remembered I saw your post here. Blown away, I was. Damnit, it sucks that we lost him. What a bright, talented, wise asset.

Anyway, I posted a link up directing people here and the presentation (which is dead on, by the way).

]]> By: Chris Penningroth’s Weltanschauung » Blog Archive » Continual Updates http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-50 Chris Penningroth’s Weltanschauung » Blog Archive » Continual Updates Sat, 16 Dec 2006 05:18:55 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-50 [...]     Most of my attention this past week has been dominated by the news of Travis Patriquin’s death, and more importantly, what many of us are doing about it.      I was contacted by one of Travis’ friends, Matthew, and we discussed the need to make sure there was a trust set up for Amy Patriquin and the kids.  It looks like the Patriquin family may be taking care of that themselves.  I plan to make sure we get the word out how everyone else can help as soon as Matthew and I find out.  [...] [...]     Most of my attention this past week has been dominated by the news of Travis Patriquin’s death, and more importantly, what many of us are doing about it.      I was contacted by one of Travis’ friends, Matthew, and we discussed the need to make sure there was a trust set up for Amy Patriquin and the kids.  It looks like the Patriquin family may be taking care of that themselves.  I plan to make sure we get the word out how everyone else can help as soon as Matthew and I find out.  [...]

]]> By: Chris Penningroth http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-49 Chris Penningroth Wed, 13 Dec 2006 22:33:05 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-49 Matthew, I think setting up a foundation or a trust fund for Travis' kids is a great idea! I'd like to know more, and obviously we need to strike while the iron is hot, as it were. As I'm in Japan, it's difficult for me to call. I'll see if I can have someone get in touch with you, but until then, please e-mail me: AirForce + the number thirteen - at - america online - dot - com. You may get a phone call shortly, but I can't guarantee that. Matthew,

I think setting up a foundation or a trust fund for Travis’ kids is a great idea! I’d like to know more, and obviously we need to strike while the iron is hot, as it were.
As I’m in Japan, it’s difficult for me to call. I’ll see if I can have someone get in touch with you, but until then, please e-mail me: AirForce + the number thirteen – at – america online – dot – com. You may get a phone call shortly, but I can’t guarantee that.

]]> By: Matthew Boschert http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-48 Matthew Boschert Wed, 13 Dec 2006 18:58:53 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-48 please if I can help in any way do not hesitate to call me. 573-356-6000. I work for a bank so I may be able to help offer some ideas on a foundation or something. please if I can help in any way do not hesitate to call me. 573-356-6000. I work for a bank so I may be able to help offer some ideas on a foundation or something.

]]> By: Matthew Boschert http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-47 Matthew Boschert Tue, 12 Dec 2006 18:38:38 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-47 I met Travis when I was 17, we both worked at carwash together in ST. Charles. We became close friends and we hung around a lot and went four wheeling and he would have sparring matches with his neighbor. I haven't talked to Travis in at least 6 years. We sort of lost touch. I always would think of the stuff he would tell me when he got back from different training. I frequentley would wonder what he was doing and he remained close to a friend of ours Aaron Rice. Travis was and in my mind still is a great man, he did what he believed in, he was man that was as full of courage and character. I admire him. His integrity and his strong beleif in whatever he committed to. I always thought we would hook up again after he was out of the Army. I have been reading about him non stop since I heard on Sunday night. He became an even more amazing person, he was so diciplined in learning and continuing to push himself forward. I just broke down and started to cry in my office here just thinking about how hard it must be for his family, and how much I will miss not ever getting to be a close friend to him ever again. I never even got to meet his wife or children. If there is anything I can do to help his family please contact me. I am so sorry for anyone who knew Travis because I know that they are feeling a sense of loss that will never be replaced by anyone. He was a truly a one of a kind person who is full life, love, and integrity. I feel nothing but admiration for him as much as I do sorrow, I know he would want to be here for his loved ones more than anything. Is there any word on the services? Or on a foundation for him? He was a hero. He is a hero. Matthew Boschert 573-356-6000 I met Travis when I was 17, we both worked at carwash together in ST. Charles. We became close friends and we hung around a lot and went four wheeling and he would have sparring matches with his neighbor. I haven’t talked to Travis in at least 6 years. We sort of lost touch. I always would think of the stuff he would tell me when he got back from different training. I frequentley would wonder what he was doing and he remained close to a friend of ours Aaron Rice.

Travis was and in my mind still is a great man, he did what he believed in, he was man that was as full of courage and character. I admire him. His integrity and his strong beleif in whatever he committed to. I always thought we would hook up again after he was out of the Army. I have been reading about him non stop since I heard on Sunday night. He became an even more amazing person, he was so diciplined in learning and continuing to push himself forward.

I just broke down and started to cry in my office here just thinking about how hard it must be for his family, and how much I will miss not ever getting to be a close friend to him ever again. I never even got to meet his wife or children. If there is anything I can do to help his family please contact me. I am so sorry for anyone who knew Travis because I know that they are feeling a sense of loss that will never be replaced by anyone. He was a truly a one of a kind person who is full life, love, and integrity. I feel nothing but admiration for him as much as I do sorrow, I know he would want to be here for his loved ones more than anything.

Is there any word on the services? Or on a foundation for him?

He was a hero. He is a hero.

Matthew Boschert
573-356-6000

]]> By: Chris Penningroth http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-46 Chris Penningroth Mon, 11 Dec 2006 14:09:40 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-46 Thanks, Dan. You can also give me a call or shoot me an e-mail anytime if you need to (AirForce + the number thirteen - at - america online - dot - com). If you'll look at the section labeled 'Pages,' you'll see one of the pages I've been trying to write is labeled 'Heroes.' I put Travis first in the list of military heroes. Thanks, Dan. You can also give me a call or shoot me an e-mail anytime if you need to (AirForce + the number thirteen – at – america online – dot – com).

If you’ll look at the section labeled ‘Pages,’ you’ll see one of the pages I’ve been trying to write is labeled ‘Heroes.’ I put Travis first in the list of military heroes.

]]> By: Daniel Patriquin http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/comment-page-1/#comment-45 Daniel Patriquin Mon, 11 Dec 2006 05:03:09 +0000 http://chris.casablog.com/2006/12/08/a-short-memorial-to-two-fallen-brothers/#comment-45 I know you have never met me, but I am Travis' brother, Dan. Travis was not only my brother, but my hero. I have looked up to him my entire life. I have told everyone the stories he would share with us. The pictures he sent home. Right now everything just seems like a nightmare and I will wake up, and this never happened. Thank you for your kind words, about my Hero. Feel free to contact me anytime. I know you have never met me, but I am Travis’ brother, Dan. Travis was not only my brother, but my hero. I have looked up to him my entire life. I have told everyone the stories he would share with us. The pictures he sent home. Right now everything just seems like a nightmare and I will wake up, and this never happened.
Thank you for your kind words, about my Hero. Feel free to contact me anytime.

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