Got a call from Tom Henry last week...sold the last new Tom Henry Racing Camaro (Monterey Maroon Metallic) to one of our Military Men serving in Iraq. Patrick actually called from Iraq using a series of field phones to put the deal together and his wife signed the papers. I sent him an email of congratuations and thanked him on behalf of his country for all he's doing to defend freedom. We joked that we were going to refer to his new TH Camaro as the "IRAQ Camaro" (get it??)
Today I received this excerpt in an email.....
..........Sorry I haven't gotten back to you sooner. Currently I'm in a military hospital in Germany getting treatment for schrappnel. Our convoy was ambushed two days ago, they attacked my truck. I lost a good friend of mine who was sitting directly behind me.
The Army is flying me to Walter Reed Medical Center in MD. They have to conduct more surgery............... V/R, CW2 Pat Strobel 913A, OD Armament Repair Technician
Please....keep Patrick in your prayers for a speedy recovery. He's a real Camaro guy. And he's made quite a sacrifice.
Scott
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Posted by sscamaro (Member # 1330) on :
GOD BLESS AMERICA and it's brave fighting men.
Posted by 2002Z4CSS (Member # 1393) on :
I hope he recovers fine and enjoys his new Camaro when he is back home. Posted by 35th 02 ss (Member # 1667) on :
God Bless Him. He will be in my prayers tonight.
I just had a freind return home in a wheel chair, convey was ambushed and the truck landed on his legs. Very sad to him this way, he was one of the best football players we had in our school, they picked him for state. Joined the military right out of High school.
I just hope that the goverment takes care of the soldier's that do come back and the families of the ones that don't.
Posted by 35TH ED/ed (Member # 1709) on :
Posted by Xsta Z 28 (Member # 740) on :
THANKS PATRICK!!! WE appreciate all the efforts the American Service puts in to protect us and our friends.
Speedy Recovery! BTW you will LOVE that car!!!!
Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :
Gave me the chills reading the story. He's all right, I pray for the ones still there and for the families here, waiting and watching the news daily. Must be terrible for them wishing their loved ones were back home safe. They are really protecting our way of life, and sacrificing to do it.
God Bless them all.
Posted by MMMM_ERT (Member # 1599) on :
God bless you Patrick...and your family....and all the other service men/women and their families.
We all owe you BIG time!
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Posted by DaddySS (Member # 848) on :
Many thanks, and a speedy and complete recovery. Administer 1 Camaro SS, take as needed, you'll feel better still! Posted by HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :
Thank you, Patrick, for protecting your Country.
Posted by amy00ss (Member # 106) on :
GOD BLESS YOU PATRICK......we thank you for your service. I wish you a speedy recovery and congrats on the new car.
Posted by mhayman (Member # 146) on :
Patrick will be in my thoughts. Hopefully he will be back here in the US and driving that beautiful car soon.
Posted by Mark IXZD 150 (Member # 235) on :
'Revs' to all the soldiers fighting for freedom, safety, and honor (and so we can keep our SS's gas tanks full).
Keep up the good work and come home safe! That beautifull SS is waiting for you. Posted by NATESS (Member # 982) on :
Thanks Patrick for fighting for our freedom. I am very proud of you.
hope you can start enjoying your Camaro very soon. Posted by Hot Rod (Member # 1921) on :
Amubshed, I hate to see good men lost. . . My condolences. . .
Posted by SSGus (Member # 1897) on :
God Bless You Patrick...Our Prayers Are with You and Your Family... Thanks For Protecing Our Country!!!
Sorry About Your Good Friend.
Posted by MaryandRalph (Member # 244) on :
Patrick, from one military family to another, thankyou. Our hopes and prayers are with you and the rest of your brothers and sisters. God bless.
Posted by Doug 97SS #1499 (Member # 100) on :
Sounds to me that we F-body folk in the DC Metro Area need to pay Walter Reed a Visit when the time gets closer...
Posted by DanPazich (Member # 1352) on :
Thanks for helping us live a better life for what you have done and given us. I'm excited for you and your new car, enjoy it. Thanks again to you and the troops over there! Posted by SS 891 (Member # 1968) on :
You are in our thoughts.
Carrie and Jeremy
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Posted by 99PewterSS (Member # 564) on :
These types of stories should give everyone pause every day to be thankful for what we have in our country and for those who fight on foreign soil to defend it.
God Bless, Patrick. Get well quickly!
Posted by 99 HOSS (Member # 109) on :
Our prayers are with you, and to all of our troops overseas.
Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
...I just came across this post, ...and as Hawkeye mentioned, ...It gave me chills. GOD BLESS the men and women who sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy in this great country of ours. And to Patrick, whom most of us probably don't know, God speed for a quick recovery and safe return home to your family...
Anybody know if there is a way to get the posts of this thread to Patrick (or his family)? I think it would be a great idea...
Kevin
Posted by Fbodfather (Member # 1119) on :
Tom will be talking to Patrick's wife and he's mentioning that we'd like to send cards and letters...will let everyone know details.... It is my understanding that a few operations will be needed....for various injuries including reconstructive surgery. Keep him, and all our guys and gals overseas in your prayers.
Posted by DanA_F99_1977 (Member # 118) on :
My prayers to Patrick and all our protectors that are there.
Posted by DanA_F99_1977 (Member # 118) on :
I think we need to plan a cruise and show up for the delivery of his car!
Posted by Chief Strobel (Member # 2078) on :
I would like to thank everyone who posted messages for me. Thank you for your heart filled thoughts and prayers for my family and me during this troubling time. I am so thankful to have a second chance at life and only through God and prayers from wonderful people such as you; I'm still here. Your kind words and your continued support have lifted my spirits and will aid me in my complete recovery.
CW2 Patrick Strobel and family
Posted by 35th 02 ss (Member # 1667) on :
quote:Originally posted by Chief Strobel: I would like to thank everyone who posted messages for me. Thank you for your heart filled thoughts and prayers for my family and me during this troubling time. I am so thankful to have a second chance at life and only through God and prayers from wonderful people such as you; I'm still here. Your kind words and your continued support have lifted my spirits and will aid me in my complete recovery.
CW2 Patrick Strobel and family
I'm glad to see that you are recovering. I wish you and your family the best and hope to see you at a future event. I would also like to personally say thank you. If it wasn't for men and women like yourself we wouldn't have this great country to call home. Take care and if you need anything at all you know where to find us.
Posted by 35th_camaro_ss (Member # 1738) on :
I hope for Patrick a fast recovery and to thank him and all the troops protecting our country...They are putting their lives on the line for our freedoms and it is greatly apreciated.
Al
Posted by Kevin V 2002 SS (Member # 1025) on :
You have our gratitude and prayers for your speedy recovery!!!
Posted by HM Murdock (Member # 728) on :
The road to recovery may be long, but remember, it's all worth it. Life is the most precious of gifts.
Posted by DaddySS (Member # 848) on :
We're proud to have you as part of "the family" and we thank you for your sacrifice on our behalf.
A continued speedy recovery! Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
God bless, and God speed in your recovery. This great place we call home would not be the same if not for people like you. I can not imagine the road you and your comrads have travelled, nor the losses you have endured. May God bless you for what you have done for your country and the sacrifices you have made...
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