Posted on 01/01/2008 2:53:28 PM PST by Clive
Statement
The Dion Family Wishes To Share This Message
DM 07.013 - December 31, 2007
GATINEAU, Qc - The family of private Jonathan Dion killed in service in Afghanistan on December the 30th 2007, wishes to make public the following declaration:
It is never easy for parents to lose a child. We are devastated by the death of Jonathan who, with dignity, gave up his life serving his country with honour and pride alongside his brothers in arms in Afghanistan. We are extremely proud of our son and of what he accomplished during his life including his career in the Canadian Armed Forces. It will be his distinctive smile and his joie de vivre which will remain in our minds as we think of him. He loved being a soldier and loved being in the company of brothers and sisters in arms.
Jonathan had found his rightful place in the Canadian Forces. He was maturing rapidly and showed that he was living life to the fullest and was developing his full potential. He was an example to all of his family and he was a great brother. Since he passionately believed in his mission in Afghanistan we supported him when he volunteered for this mission. Quite recently he was telling us he would like to return should there be a second tour.
Jonathan lived the major part of his life in the city of Gatineau. He loved his city, his small part of the country, and his neighbourhood. He wanted more than anything else to make a difference in the world around him. He died doing what he loved best, to be a soldier and serve his country.
The Dion family wishes that the Medias respect their privacy during this period of deep mourning. They are not presently available for press interviews. Information concerning the repatriation, funeral service and the participation of the Medias will be made known later when the details will be known.
For all questions, please contact Lieutenant Marcel Larocque, Public affairs representative at (613) 818-6485.
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Prayers for his eternal rest, and for the comfort and consolation of his friends and family.
Words fail me. All I can think of is that may God bless and uphold the family of Jonathan Dion.
Your words also speak for me. May God bless the Dion family, to whom I am grateful.
Rest in Peace Hero, your duty here is done........
Private Dion Sir,,,,,thank you for your service, forever rest in peace.
What a marvelous, classy statement.
Prayers for a Mother and Father who lost a son defending his country.
Pure class. God bless and keep Johnathan Dion, and give his family comfort now.
The strength and courage of the families our fallen has been quite simply amazing. Prayers for this brave family at this difficult time.
Thank you, doesn't ever seem to be enough...but I don't know what else to say.
“Prayers for his eternal rest, and for the comfort and consolation of his friends and family.”
Amen.
Prayers going out to them.
Tet68
[The word translated “be still” comes from the Hebrew term raphah. This word is found in various forms in the Old Testament, with different shades of meaning. In this instance - raphah can mean ‘disheartened’. So, again, those who are disheartened are commanded to take courage.]
Prayers for the immediate family and his other family, the men and women in the CF unit where he served.
May he rest in peace, and may the Almighty Father grant peace to his family.
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