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To assist the families of the Wisconsin men and women lost in the wars in Iraq or Afghanistan.

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"Fallen Not Forgotten" by Ray Boltz

Added by loved ones of CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo
GRANT DAMPIER

Added by loved ones of Karen Goulee
Amazing Free-Flying Bald Eagle "Challenger" (AEF)

Added by loved ones of iceman@iVeteran.US
Added by loved ones of Mark Maida
Just a Dream - Carrie Underwood

Added by loved ones of iceman@iVeteran.US
Almost Done!

Added by loved ones of CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo
4th of July Fireworks Display timed to music 3 recorded from our home

Added by loved ones of CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo
4th of July Fireworks - "Long Cool Women" by the Hollies recorded from our home

Added by loved ones of CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo
Our National Anthym - W/ F-16 Flyover from our home

Added by loved ones of CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo
WWII 5 Sullivan Brothers Center

Added by loved ones of CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo

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Groups

Support For Military Families Group

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BTRO Events

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BTRO Chat Room

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Freedom Quilts – WisconsinSisters

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To be there for them emotionally, physically, and economically;  And to reach out to all of them by organizing, primarily private, gatherings which allow them  to continue to heal through one-on-one communication, and sharing with one another.

BT-RO is not a political organization,  so we are honored to print and share any work you do as Families of our Fallen.  It is our hope that we can share such without causing disagreements among you.  Our goal is to aid in your healing, irrelevant of your varied viewpoints and political beliefs, therefore it is  our hope you will also respect an opinion that may be different from yours. Thank you.

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Events

December 6

Saturday

Annual Holiday Celebration

December 6, 2008 at 12pm – Eugene, Jr. and Joan Uhl's home

I want to extend an invitation to all our BTRO family members : The 3rd Annual Open House/Holiday Community Celebration. This event focuses around good friends and family celebrating the Holiday Se...

Organized by Sister of Sgt. Eugene Uhl 3 | Type: Holiday, Celebration

August 22

Saturday

Run for the Fallen 2009

August 22, 2009 at 10am – TBD-But we're going to di it for our Fallen Heroes again

Run for the Fallen announces event for 2009. During the weekend of August 22/23, 2009, Run for the Fallen encourages anyone, wherever they are, to go out and run/walk one mile for a fallen service...

Organized by Judith Singer | Type: Memorial, Run./Walk

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Forum

proud of my sister

My sister is Judtih Singer, our family does not see her very much, because she has commited to this mission in her life . We are very proud of her, she has a good heart , her and Joe Campbell, I ju...

Started by loved ones of susie jakubiec Nov 15

SSG Patrick Lee Lybert 29 Sept 1977 - 21 June 2006

The sun shines brilliant through our trees today, framing a silent, unmoving flag with it's gold streamer quiet by it's side. It too knows. We weep. This second anniversary, yet we promise We Shal...

Started by loved ones of Cheryl Lee Patrick Mother of Cherished Son SSG Patrick Lee Lybert KIA 21 June 2006, Afghanistan Jun 21

Ssgt Jimmy Arroyave 1 Reply

Well today is four years that we were told of his passing, The day i had to tell Caitlyn her dad was gone forever. It was one of the worst days of a mothers life. So please on this day April 15 200...

Started by loved ones of Caitlyn & Dawn. Last reply by Judith Singer Apr 18.

Past Newsletter 5, 6, & 7 Available Here

Attached are newsletters 5, 6, & 7 you can download, view and print.

Tagged: newsletters

Started by loved ones of iceman@iVeteran.US Mar 14

Past Newsletter 2 & 3 Available Here

Attached are newsletters 2 & 3 you can download, view and print.

Tagged: newsletters

Started by loved ones of iceman@iVeteran.US Mar 14

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Blog Posts

30" X 58" Outdoor Gold Star Service Flags

To our dear families, On this Veterans Day 11/11/2008, Ruth and I want to first thank Joe Campbell and our other Veterans past and present for everything they have done for our country! The sacrifices they have made for our freedom will never be forgotten. Thank you Veterans, and may God bless you all! The Founder of BT-RO Judith Singer asked me to post a link to the company that sells quality DoD (Dept of Heraldry) approved and licensed outdoor Gold Star Service Flags for your flag pole. Thi… Continue

Posted by CPL Rachael Lorraine Hugo on November 11, 2008 at 11:06am

Gold Star Flags

Dear Families, Kermit and I are working on getting Gold Star Flags for you. Please be patient while we get the best price for you. I want to thank Mike Weaver for his valued information on getting them through the Highground, but I'm sure we can get them cheaper. Thanks Mike. L-j

Posted by Judith Singer on September 30, 2008 at 10:17am

Patriot Guard Riders

~ TO ALL WISCONSIN GOLDSTAR FAMILIES ~ Just a reminder that the Patriot Guard is " always standing by for you." If you would like our presence at any Memorial service or ceremony for your loved one, we would be most honored to respond. Try to give me as much notice as you can. I can be reached at my office during the day at 920-766-4674 or at home in the evening at 920-766-4538. I sincerely pray that you all are in the loving arms of the Good Lord above. Know that we will never forget the loss o… Continue

Posted by loved ones of Michael Weaver on September 29, 2008 at 4:46pm — 2 Comments

September 29th, 2008 SSG Patrick Lybert's Birthdate

Son, today is the 31st date of your birth. How we miss you. Words cannot explain. When a babe you loved when I sang for you. You remain " My only Sunshine". We shall never fail to speak your name, to remember the warmth of your smile, depth of laugh, twinkle in blue of your eye, bear hugs,strength of your conviction and sacrifice for all. We continue our pledge to your memory to always advocate for troop support. Your name and honor is remembered by many. Your expressed concern for the prote… Continue

Posted by loved ones of Cheryl Lee Patrick Mother of Cherished Son SSG Patrick Lee Lybert KIA 21 June 2006, Afghanistan on September 29, 2008 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

Attack 9-11-08 on Camp Lybert, Afghanistan - Soldier KIA

Pvt. Michael W. Murdock, 22, of Chocowinity, N.C., died Sept. 11 at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered at Combat Outpost Lybert, Afghanistan, when he was struck by enemy fire. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 6th Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Hood, Texas. Needless to say, this hits my emotions quite hard. My grief and tears are with them. Please pray for all our soldiers, but especially PVT Michael W. Murdock, his family and a… Continue

Posted by Cheryl Lee Patrick Mother of Cherished Son SSG Patrick Lee Lybert KIA 21 June 2006, Afghanistan on September 16, 2008 at 5:41pm

Selling of items on this website

Dear Families, I apologize for the site containing items for sale. That is not what we're about. The items will be removed until a discussion on their appropriateness can be held. Should anyone want to sell anything on the site, please contact me so I can run it by our Board of Directors first. Thank you....Judith

Posted by Judith Singer on September 11, 2008 at 11:49am

"Meet the 13 Grandmothers"

This , from a friend. Very thought provoking. Meet the 13 Grandmothers

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Posted by Cheryl Lee Patrick Mother of Cherished Son SSG Patrick Lee Lybert KIA 21 June 2006, Afghanistan on September 7, 2008 at 5:02pm

GREENBAY PACKER GAME COURTESY OF MILLER ELECTRIC MFG CO

For those of you at the Appleton gathering this past April, you know I won the four Greenbay Packer Tickets Miller Electric Mfg Co gifted BT-RO for August 28th vs the Tennessee Titans. It was hard to narrow down family to take with me. Patrick's brother, my son Noah was a given, then my Dad Robert Patrick as he had never been. Rounding out our foursome was Jessica Hamilton, my niece, Patrick's cousin. She had always been his "woodtick" and watched many a game at his side. The weather was wonde… Continue

Posted by Cheryl Lee Patrick Mother of Cherished Son SSG Patrick Lee Lybert KIA 21 June 2006, Afghanistan on August 29, 2008 at 11:30pm

Run for the Fallen in Milwaukee August 24, 2008

We were honored to attend the Run for the Fallen on the last day - August 24, 2008 - in Milwaukee, in honor of our Beloved Eric and all of our Fallen Heroes - from Wisconsin and nationwide. What a fitting tribute to our heroes. Here is the link to the web site from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel published on August 25, 2008. May God Bless our Troops, Herb & Bobbie Samme Very Proud Marine Parents of LCpl Eric A. Palmisano, USMC KIA Iraq 4.2.06 http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=78… Continue

Posted by Herb & Bobbie Samme, Proud Parents of LCpl Eric A. Palmisano on August 25, 2008 at 6:52pm

BT-RO Run for the Fallen

Judith, Joe and all their helpers staged a spectacular day at Wood National Cemetery with Milwaukee's Run for the Fallen. The weather was magnificent, but being with so many special people was even better. The Castners are looking forward to next year's walk. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Kay Castner Mother of Stephen KIA Iraq 7-24-06

Posted by loved ones of Family of Steve Castner on August 24, 2008 at 7:00pm — 1 Comment