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Posted: 8/23/2015 1:53:37 AM EDT
It is with a sad and with a heavy heart that I have to share the news that my nephew, Nathan Mahler, a USMC Combat Vet has taken his own life (at 26 years old).

PTSD is a vicious snake that will wrap itself around your neck and choke you to death slowly if you don't get help.

I now have a name related to PTSD that is gone forever that means something to me PERSONALLY.

I don't know if I have enough tears for this one.



ETA: For date in title.

ETA 2: Today we buried my Nephew, Nathan Daniel Mahler (Suicide Charley, 1/7) at the Veteran's Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City, Nevada.

The Patriot Guard Riders and The Marine Corps Vets Motorcycle Group were there and we were ASTONISHED at how many bikers showed up in the heat.

There are so many photos that were taken by a professional photographer that I can't begin think about posting them.

Perhaps when I get the photos someone can post them for me.

I just wanted to give an update.

More to follow...

Thank you sincerely,

-Joe
Link Posted: 8/23/2015 3:59:08 AM EDT
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I'm sorry for your loss.  



We are losing too many good people to this.  Laws have to change to protect those who are brave enough to seek help.
Link Posted: 8/23/2015 4:06:59 AM EDT
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I'm sorry for your loss.  

We are losing too many good people to this.  Laws have to change to protect those who are brave enough to seek help.
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He was 26, Bro.

Had a birthday last week.

Link Posted: 8/23/2015 6:37:54 AM EDT
[#3]
Condolences and prayers sent.
Link Posted: 8/23/2015 10:35:06 AM EDT
[#4]
Prayers to you and all of his family.
Link Posted: 8/23/2015 6:55:43 PM EDT
[#5]
Prayers and thoughts to you and your family.

Link Posted: 8/24/2015 9:47:39 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 8/24/2015 9:56:45 AM EDT
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Sorry Joe. Is this the same nephew that had the ccw trouble a few years ago?

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Yes, WP.

The Marine.
Link Posted: 8/24/2015 11:48:37 AM EDT
[#8]
Condolences and prayers sent to you and your family Joe.
Link Posted: 8/24/2015 12:08:29 PM EDT
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.................text sent
Link Posted: 8/25/2015 12:07:59 AM EDT
[#10]
Man Joe you've had a tough couple years. Prayers sent.
Link Posted: 8/25/2015 1:27:48 AM EDT
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Thank you, Terry.

-Joe

Link Posted: 8/25/2015 1:28:39 AM EDT
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Man Joe you've had a tough couple years. Prayers sent.
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Yes I have, Brother.

The hits just keep coming.

Link Posted: 8/25/2015 1:58:58 AM EDT
[#13]
Damn, I'm sorry to hear this.
Link Posted: 8/25/2015 10:47:29 AM EDT
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Horrible HORRIBLE news.  So incredibly sorry for your loss.  Prayers of comfort for you and your entire family have been sent.
Link Posted: 8/26/2015 12:10:18 PM EDT
[#15]
That is terrible. So sorry for your loss.
Link Posted: 9/3/2015 1:00:20 PM EDT
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Funeral is tomorrow in Las Vegas.

Link Posted: 9/3/2015 8:10:13 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 9/4/2015 12:08:38 AM EDT
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Leaving in the morning too. I am sure it is really tough on his dad too.
Link Posted: 9/4/2015 4:53:00 AM EDT
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I'd go Joe but we are headed to Phoenix for the weekend tomorrow....

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Thank you, WP.

BTW, I received the envelope in the mail. Please give my sincerest thanks to them.
Link Posted: 9/4/2015 4:54:48 AM EDT
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Leaving in the morning too. I am sure it is really tough on his dad too.
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Thanks RDP, I understand. A lot of people are heading out of town for the holiday.

It's hard on all of us.

His dad is a retired Metro officer.

His P# is in the 1800's.
Link Posted: 9/5/2015 1:08:54 AM EDT
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Bump.
Link Posted: 9/5/2015 4:03:07 AM EDT
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This is the first I've seen of this. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Link Posted: 9/5/2015 4:40:18 AM EDT
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Thank you, T.

The turnout was amazing.

Estimated 500 people, 75 motorcycles (Patriot Guard Riders and the Marine Corps Riders).

Standing room only.
Link Posted: 9/5/2015 9:30:47 AM EDT
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Sorry I couldn't be there. I ride with the patriot guard when possible but I have taken a ton of work off here recently taking my mother to Dr. Appts in preparation for her knee replacement at the end of the month. Again, sorry for your loss.
Link Posted: 9/6/2015 8:14:41 PM EDT
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I understand, cs.

It would have been nice to see you there, Brother.

The funeral was more than anyone expected.


Link Posted: 10/5/2015 12:28:07 PM EDT
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Bump for the 22 a Day.
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I'm very sorry to hear this.  Please understand you have my sympathies.
Link Posted: 11/4/2015 12:26:09 AM EDT
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Sorry Joe.  I lost two buddies from the military to suicide in 2014.  I know your pain.
Link Posted: 11/4/2015 10:50:56 AM EDT
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Thank you everyone for your condolences.
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