Drowned soldier laid to rest

‘He was pure of heart’

By Brian Fraga / New Bedford Standard-Times
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Updated 119d 23h ago

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In a final call home, Army Sgt. Benjamin Sherman told his sister to tell everyone he loved them, “because I don’t know if I’ll get that chance again.”

Sadly, his fears proved true.

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God Bless.

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Sincere thanks for your service Sgt. Sherman. You gave the ultimate for your country. You're a true American hero. Prayers and blessings to your family. Rest in peace now.

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Thank you for your service! My sincere condolences to the family & friends of Army Sgt. Benjamin Sherman.

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Mrs. Sherman and family,
all of you and Sgt. Sherman are in my prayers. Thank you for his service and may the peace of God be with you now and forever....

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Chuck

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Too sad, very sorry for him, his family. Also, for the missing soldier. True American hero.

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God bless you!

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Not enough prayers nor thanks in all this world to adequately thank you for your service to the people of this country. Thank you. May your family find some comfort in their good memories of you and in the knowledge of what kind of amazing heart and courage you displayed.

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