"Hello Rangers, my name is Judy. I am a transplant patient with the heart of hero Army Ranger; Ben Kopp."
From the Washington Post: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/co ... 03433.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
(I am making this initial post on behalf of Judy who received her new Ranger heart about three weeks ago. She will be posting here as she has time and learns the process. As you can imagine she is pretty busy with calls and letters right now. RangerRon)
Ben's Heart Introduction
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Ranger Ron
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Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Welcome Judy. I am very proud to have made a new friend with a new Ranger's heart! I am sure you were special before, but now you are a miracle. It was a real pleasure to be able to be a small part of getting you on ArmyRanger.com and hope you enjoy it as much as we will enjoy having you here.
SUA SPONTE - "We few, we happy few, we BAND OF BROTHERS;
for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother!" - Shakespeare
RLTW! - Land of the Free BECAUSE of the Brave
RS 3-70
SSG VN 69-70
I Co., 75th. Inf.
4/9 Inf., 25th ID
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for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother!" - Shakespeare
RLTW! - Land of the Free BECAUSE of the Brave
RS 3-70
SSG VN 69-70
I Co., 75th. Inf.
4/9 Inf., 25th ID
Mentored Ranger kozzman555
http://www.75thrra.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 183
http://www.ranger.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 3537
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panthersix
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Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Wow, thanks for bringing Ben's heart here to us! Welcome!
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Ranger Class 11-80
C.Co. WPNS 1/75 79-81
3rd Plt/498th Medevac 81-82
104th LRSD 92-93
422d CA BN (A) 94-97
118th ASOS 02-08
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Ranger Bill
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Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Welcome, Judy. You are indeed very special and have much to be thankful for.
WE NEED MORE RANGERS!
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http://www.75thrra.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Mentor to Pellet2007, ChaoticGood & RFS1307
Ranger School Class 3-69
7th Special Forces Group
K Company (Ranger) 75th Infantry (Airborne)
4th Infantry Division
82d Airborne Division
12th Special Forces Group
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Ranger Ron
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Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Another great link that Anne provided me: http://abclocal.go.com/wls/video?id=6945131" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
SUA SPONTE - "We few, we happy few, we BAND OF BROTHERS;
for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother!" - Shakespeare
RLTW! - Land of the Free BECAUSE of the Brave
RS 3-70
SSG VN 69-70
I Co., 75th. Inf.
4/9 Inf., 25th ID
Mentored Ranger kozzman555
http://www.75thrra.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 183
http://www.ranger.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 3537
for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother!" - Shakespeare
RLTW! - Land of the Free BECAUSE of the Brave
RS 3-70
SSG VN 69-70
I Co., 75th. Inf.
4/9 Inf., 25th ID
Mentored Ranger kozzman555
http://www.75thrra.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 183
http://www.ranger.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 3537
Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Welcome...
We all have so much to be thankful for. Best wishes as you begin life anew. Godspeed!
We all have so much to be thankful for. Best wishes as you begin life anew. Godspeed!
Ranger Class 13-71
Advisor, VN 66-68 69-70
42d Vn Ranger Battalion 1969-1970
Trainer, El Salvador 86-87
Advisor, Saudi Arabian National Guard 91, 93-94
75th RRA Life Member #867
Advisor, VN 66-68 69-70
42d Vn Ranger Battalion 1969-1970
Trainer, El Salvador 86-87
Advisor, Saudi Arabian National Guard 91, 93-94
75th RRA Life Member #867
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Ranger Ron
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Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Another post on behalf of Judy........
I am so touched how the Ranger families have started reaching out to me. Please provide some information about the Ranger Forum as this is all very new to me (transplant was only 3 weeks ago yesterday).
I would love for you and anyone else associated with Ben to follow along on my road to full recovery thanks to Ben's big, brave heart. I have a secure website (written mostly by my very funny best friend) that I would be honored if U & other members of the Ranger family would join. Anyway that U can assist me in getting out the word about the website to any Ranger or family member that is interested, would be greatly appreciated.
Judy's Ticker (wonder if "we" need to change the name to Ben's Ticker now?) site is http://www.lotsahelpinghands.com/c/611959/login/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
and in the comment section please add "Ranger" so I know to approve it right away.
I am so touched how the Ranger families have started reaching out to me. Please provide some information about the Ranger Forum as this is all very new to me (transplant was only 3 weeks ago yesterday).
I would love for you and anyone else associated with Ben to follow along on my road to full recovery thanks to Ben's big, brave heart. I have a secure website (written mostly by my very funny best friend) that I would be honored if U & other members of the Ranger family would join. Anyway that U can assist me in getting out the word about the website to any Ranger or family member that is interested, would be greatly appreciated.
Judy's Ticker (wonder if "we" need to change the name to Ben's Ticker now?) site is http://www.lotsahelpinghands.com/c/611959/login/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
and in the comment section please add "Ranger" so I know to approve it right away.
SUA SPONTE - "We few, we happy few, we BAND OF BROTHERS;
for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother!" - Shakespeare
RLTW! - Land of the Free BECAUSE of the Brave
RS 3-70
SSG VN 69-70
I Co., 75th. Inf.
4/9 Inf., 25th ID
Mentored Ranger kozzman555
http://www.75thrra.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 183
http://www.ranger.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 3537
for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother!" - Shakespeare
RLTW! - Land of the Free BECAUSE of the Brave
RS 3-70
SSG VN 69-70
I Co., 75th. Inf.
4/9 Inf., 25th ID
Mentored Ranger kozzman555
http://www.75thrra.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 183
http://www.ranger.org" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - LM 3537
Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Hello and Welcome!
I saw your interview on Fox with Ranger Kopp's mom, truly touching. All the best to you.
I saw your interview on Fox with Ranger Kopp's mom, truly touching. All the best to you.
Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
I'm really glad that you came to our site, Judy. You (and Ben) were the topic of many conversations last week at the Ranger Rendezvous in Ft. Benning. It's truly an honor to have you here. If I may ever be of any service to you, please don't hesitate to ask. Welcome to the Family.
RLTW
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Always remember: BROS BEFORE HOES.
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Welcome to the site!
~Ranger Wife~
"Love your enemies...it pisses them off!"
"Be careful whose toes you step on today because they might be connected to the foot that kicks your ass tomorrow."
"Behind every damsel is a fire breathing dragon."
"Love your enemies...it pisses them off!"
"Be careful whose toes you step on today because they might be connected to the foot that kicks your ass tomorrow."
"Behind every damsel is a fire breathing dragon."
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Welcome to the site Ma'am. You coming to Rendezvous in 2011?
B Co. FIST 3/75 Rgr Rgt.
1991-2000
RS 9-92
Task Force Ranger 1993
For those who fight for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.
1991-2000
RS 9-92
Task Force Ranger 1993
For those who fight for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.
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Welcome here, Ma'am.
C Co 2/75
1986 - 1992
RS Class 9-87
RLTW
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1986 - 1992
RS Class 9-87
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" The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena............ "
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blueslover
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Re: Ben's Heart Introduction
Greetings and welcome aboard,
I'm the one who invited you here from facebook. Thanks for saying hi. It's a strange and wonderful feeling knowing that Ranger heart is still pumping for you. You ought to be able to do anything now! LOL
I'm the one who invited you here from facebook. Thanks for saying hi. It's a strange and wonderful feeling knowing that Ranger heart is still pumping for you. You ought to be able to do anything now! LOL
~~Ranger Dad~~
Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way.[
George Patton
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence,therefore, is not an act but a habit.
Aristotle
The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.
Vince Lombardi
Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way.[
George Patton
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence,therefore, is not an act but a habit.
Aristotle
The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.
Vince Lombardi
