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Subject: David Bushong, Army, Vietnam Veteran, Lafayette, IN, 19 MAY 08

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Wags User is Offline
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16 May 2008 6:08 PM Alert 



 David Bushong, US Army, Vietnam Vet, MON. 5-19-08

The family of Mr. David Bushong, Sgt. US Army, Vietnam Veteran, has
graciously invited the PGR to attend his services to be held on Monday, May
19th, 2008.

Staging: 9AM Monday, 5-19-08 at the Hippensteel funeral home.
        Hippensteel is located at 822 N. 9th St. (near 9th & Salem St.) in
Lafayette, IN.

The Patriot Guard will provide a flag line prior to the service.
The family has requested we provide an escort from the funeral home to the
cemetery in West Point, IN. after the service.
An update as to exact mission details will be provided at staging or may be
updated in this forum sometime this weekend.

Bill Gooden (WildBillPurdue) is the Ride Captain.
His email is: wildbillpurdue@comcast.net


Respectfully Submitted,
Chief (Ron Coleman)
Asst. IN State Capt.
mlmsan User is Offline
Posts: 2012
Loganville, Georgia 30052




16 May 2008 7:15 PM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of David Bushong, US Army Vietnam Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for David Bushong's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. David Bushong, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.

Know You Are Loved

Larry "Sir Bear" Sanderson

Georgia Mentor Team
770-500-6895

U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Cell 770-500-6895

GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It

Ridding In Memory of my Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt.
Geezer Glide 2001 User is Offline
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Conroe,Texas




16 May 2008 7:20 PM Alert 
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of David Bushong,Thanks for being one of our heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.

We salute you , My Friend

Final Inspection

The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."

- Author Unknown -

Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.



Paul Babb ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
Conroe, Texas

Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
Chief_Investigator User is Offline
Posts: 882
Asst State Capt IN




16 May 2008 7:48 PM Alert 
My deepest, heartfelt sympathies and sincerest condolences are sent to the family, friends, and community of Mr. David Bushong. Our prayers are with you during this time of great sorrow for the loss of this beloved American hero. God Bless.

Ron Coleman "Chief"
U.S. Army Security Agency '73-'78
Member Blue Knights Law Enforcement MC - IN Chapter XIII


"If You Don't Stand Behind Our Troops, Please, Feel Free To Stand In Front Of Them!"
mailman User is Offline
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain




16 May 2008 8:30 PM Alert 
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Vietnam Veteran David Bushong. Rest In Peace.

"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."

Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972
Jasper54 User is Offline
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Columbus, Ohio




16 May 2008 9:55 PM Alert 
I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army, Viet Nam Veteran, David Bushong.  I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you lay your loved one to rest.

Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 KJV

GySgt. Roger Casto, US Marine Corps, Retired 1972-1992;
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
United Christian Faith Ministries Chaplain
Christian Motorcycle Association, Life Member

Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart.
T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam.
Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran

In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott
Capt. Dillon
Capt. Dolvin
Capt. Hurley
Capt. Cronin
Sgt. Kilkus
Sgt. Keller
Cpl. Romei
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
And ALL of our Military Men and Women from ALL Wars who have answered that call and have paid the ULTIMATE PRICE in the battle to defend our nation.
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Huntington Beach, CA




16 May 2008 10:22 PM Alert 
Thank you David Bushong for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and friends of this fallen hero to ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace.

Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
Leave No Veteran Behind!

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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Hillsboro, Ohio




17 May 2008 1:28 AM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of David Bushong. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace.

custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
and
Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII
ROBERTRPEARMAN User is Offline
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WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY




17 May 2008 1:37 AM Alert 
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN DAVID BUSHONG USA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME DAVID AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. ROBERT AND JUANITA

YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN

ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS
RDWinters User is Offline
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Wilson,NC




17 May 2008 3:00 AM Alert 
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of David Bushong. May God touch you with his peace and ease your pain. Our deepest respect and gratitude to David, for his faithful service to our country when we needed him. May you always be remembered as a true American hero.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13

De Oppresso Liber
R.D. and Kay Winters
U.S. Army (Ret) 1978-1998
Special Forces Assn Decade
American Legion
VFW
PGR
Blue Knights NC IX

www.myspace.com/kaynrick_hd


In Memory of:
L/Cpl Ronald Wayne Shields, P-39E/L-21, SVN, 13 Feb 68 (Uncle)

SFC Jonathan Tessar, Iraqi Freedom, 31 Oct 05 (Teammate, Friend, Brother)

James Kenneth Sinclair, Veteran, Motorcycle Accident, 16 Apr 04 (Kay's Dad)


It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.

Pres. Theodore Roosevelt
Paris, France
23 Apr 1910
Pinger User is Offline
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Lisbon, NY




17 May 2008 4:08 AM Alert 
Thank you David, for your service for the preservation of FREEDOM ............ I Salute You

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of David Bushong, US Army Viet Nam Veteran ......... and Hero

Charlie

USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73


"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands. We shall need courage, energy and determination, but above all, we shall need faith-faith in ourselves, in our communities and in our country." --- Thomas E. Dewey
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Vandergrift, PA




17 May 2008 5:25 AM Alert 
My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Army VietNam Veteran David Bushong. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.

The price of freedom is written on the WALL!

Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member

Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68

Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001

ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL
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Bonita Springs, FL

Ride Captain





17 May 2008 6:10 AM Alert 
My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran. Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.

Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit as you Stand in Respect for this True American Hero.

Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015

Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh



Standing the Flagline in Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell

Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.

~Ayn Rand
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Vidor, Orange County, TX




17 May 2008 10:35 AM Alert 
Thank You Soldier.

James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Iraq?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms.
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Wonder Lake, IL
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17 May 2008 10:42 AM Alert 
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of David Bushong, Army, Viet Nam Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.

Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, David.
 
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
He will lead me through.


Morning Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.


http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3

Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom.
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Kinder, La.




17 May 2008 10:52 AM Alert 
I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of David Bushong and my sincere appreciation of his service to preserve our way of life. May he rest in peace.

Schelly
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.

DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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17 May 2008 6:35 PM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of David Bushong. You will be missed “Brother”. Stand down your tour is done.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of his hand.

Irish Blessing

Vietnam 67-68

Riding for POW/MIA’s
“You Are Not Forgotten”

“When one American is not worth the effort to be found, we as Americans have lost.”
swanner User is Offline
Posts: 198
Lafayette, IN




17 May 2008 7:50 PM Alert 
Thank you David Bushong for your service to our country. God bless you. My condolences to the family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Stan
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Phelan, Ca. High Desert




17 May 2008 9:38 PM Alert 
My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of David Bushong! "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand here in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!”

Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777

Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas
Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman Recruit USAF, Calif.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas

Riding in Memory of:
My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas
Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas
Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam , Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history
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Tonopah, Arizona

Arizona
Asst State Captain
Northern Region




18 May 2008 1:24 AM Alert 
To the family and friends of David Bushong I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.

To David, Welcome Home Brother and Thank You for your Service to our Country. Stand Down your mission on this earth is now complete. Those that have preceded you are now preparing your place of Honor among Them. Ride with the wind and the Angels and may you forever Rest in Peace. Pegs Down for a Brother Veteran.

GOBB
adccop
Viet Nam 67-69


Riding in Memory of My Hero Natalie

"It's Never Too Late To Say Welcome Home"


One more in the mission to ensure that our Warriors know they are supported and Never Again treated with disdain.

Have Flag Will Travel!
Annette User is Offline
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Davenport, Ia




18 May 2008 2:53 AM Alert 
Condolences to the family and friends of US Army Vietnam Veteran David Bushong.

'No Greater Love is this that a man is willing to lay down his life for another.' Only two men were willing to sacrifice their lives for us-Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. Neither of which can ever fully be repaid.

Thank you for your Service and my Freedoms. Your sacrifices will never go unnoticed. I am grateful to live in a country made up of volunteers like you. Your choice to protect our Nation and put your self on the line can never be repaid.


Semper Fi,

Annette 'Patches" Wood

In memory of my father USMC LCPL William S. Wood
Proud daughter of a USMC Korean War Veteran
Patriot Guard Rider Member
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
Proud and grateful to honor our Veterans
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N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL




18 May 2008 6:56 AM Alert 
God Bless David Bushong, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers.

Dave

Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen.
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Swanton, Ohio




18 May 2008 8:32 AM Alert 
I wish to express my condolences and along with that my great admiration and thanks for service to our country and dedication to freedom. David has left a mark on our world and in our hearts. From a fellow Vietnam vet, he will truly be missed.

"Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved."
Helen Keller
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Lacey, WA




18 May 2008 11:20 AM Alert 
My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Sgt. David Bushong, U.S. Army / Viet Nam Veteran. Sgt. Bushong, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.



Junius Henry
PGR Member #10094
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Posts: 1188
Warner Robins, GA




18 May 2008 1:55 PM Alert 
Our heart-felt condolences to the Bushong family and friends in the loss of David. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. David served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself.






JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5

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