Charger 
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| 08 May 2008 7:10 PM |
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updated 27 May 08 at 1750 PST by wags
We've been invited and updated that SSG Jason Smith will be arriving home from his fourth tour of service on either June 7 or 8 now. Time will be advised as we have it
Steve DeBoer
Colorado State Captain
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The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to Welcome Home SSG Jason Smith back to Denver, CO, on or about 06 June 08, timeTBD.
More information to be posted as the mission gets closer.
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Brad 'CHARGER' Lewellen
COLORADO RIDE CAPTAIN
AND A PROUD SHEEPDOG
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"History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid"
~Dwight D. Eisenhower~
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Ride Captain
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| 08 May 2008 9:12 PM |
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| Welcome Home SSG Smith. Thank You Jason for your service to our Nation. God Bless You!! |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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Jasper54
Posts: 5349
Columbus, Ohio
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| 09 May 2008 4:29 AM |
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| Welcome home SSgt. Jason Smith. Thank you for your service to our nation. |
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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
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sdoise
Posts: 3039
Kinder, La.
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| 09 May 2008 6:33 AM |
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| Welcome home SSG Smith . Thank you for your service to preserve our way of life. |
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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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Road Dog 1
Posts: 327
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| 09 May 2008 7:55 AM |
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| Folks, this is BJ and Jolynn's Son in Law. Taking a break in the middle of his FOURTH TOUR! Surely one of our best. BJ wil update the site as additional info and times become available. |
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Steve "Road Dog" DeBoer
Colorado State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5213
Moraine, Ohio
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| 09 May 2008 3:01 PM |
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| Welcome home, SSgt. Jason Smith!! Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication!! God bless you!! |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Uffda
Posts: 9217
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 10 May 2008 11:28 AM |
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Welcome Home - SSG Jason Smith! On behalf of a grateful Nation, "Thank You" for defending our freedoms. Sending Big (((HUGS))) from N. IL.
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cagerbob
Posts: 3855
Parma, Ohio
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| 20 May 2008 9:28 PM |
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B.J.
Posts: 509
Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 16 May 2008 4:17 PM |
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| Howdy all our Son-In-Law, Ssgt Jason Smith, US Army, is "suppose" to be coming back to Denver, CO. for leave, this is his 4th. (I beleive) tour in Iraq. The "suppose to date" is Friday, June 6th., 2008 to come into DIA. Our Daughter Jenn is living in Denver untill his tour is up and they move on.
IF you have a bit of time you could spare to welcome him, I know he'd get a real kick out of any PGR presence. I'll update, the "TIMES" as we find out more, thanks it's very much appreciated!
B.J. and Jo Ondo, Colorado members of the National PGR! |
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B.J. Ondo
Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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"Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not." -Thomas Jefferson
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lkwood
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Thornton, CO
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| 16 May 2008 5:21 PM |
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B.J. & Jo,
I'd love to greet your son-in-law at DIA. Be sure to let us know the particulars as they become available.
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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cagerbob
Posts: 3855
Parma, Ohio
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| 20 May 2008 9:37 PM |
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acratliff
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| 18 May 2008 9:32 PM |
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| Welcome home SSgt. Jason Smith and thank you for serving for our great nation!! |
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Wayne R.
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| 20 May 2008 11:57 AM |
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Please keep us posted on arrival times and date. It would be an honor to greet this Hero.
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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B.J.
Posts: 528
Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 21 May 2008 6:16 PM |
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| Just a quick update and thank you for those who posted: As of now, Jason has confirmed date of 6 June, leaving Kwait, VERY early on the morning of the 6th. He could arrive at DIA LATE on June 6th. or EARLY to MID day on "June 7th." a Saturday.
The problem with these leaves is "condition of aircraft" problems or it's now "The Rainy Season" in Kwait, which could mean "delays"!! We will keep you all informed as SOON as we know for sure what's going on, again thanks, it's very appreciated! :)
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B.J. Ondo
Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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"Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not." -Thomas Jefferson
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Slowhand
Posts: 3730
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 21 May 2008 8:36 PM |
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| Welcome home , and I wish to thank you for the freedom my family and I enjoy due to the sacrifices you and your family endured for my country and myself. God Bless each and everyone of you. |
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Russ "Slowhand"
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Daswampfox
Posts: 194
Fort Collins, Colorado
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| 26 May 2008 10:29 PM |
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| Welcome Home SSG Smith. and Thank You for my freedom. It will be an Honor to greet you when you come home. |
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B.J.
Posts: 528
Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 27 May 2008 8:20 AM |
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| Arrugh, a lot of you that have been at these "on leave" homecoming's know of the PIA timing of the arrivals, as of now it's looking like more of a "SATURDAY JUNE 7th. arrival" at DIA or "SUNDAY JUNE 8th.", sorry for the constant change but we are at the mercy of the weather and many other factors! :)
I'll keep up dating to let you all know, when I know, again thanks, it's appreciated greatly!
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B.J. Ondo
Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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"Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not." -Thomas Jefferson
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nuguy
Posts: 491
Pueblo, CO
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| 29 May 2008 4:58 PM |
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Welcome home SSG Smith
BJ we have been on some welcome homes when the time changes, Going to be early, the going to be later and back and forth. We will be there for him.
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Abe "nuguy" Duran
Ride Captain-Pueblo & So. Colo
Nat'l PGR
USN 55-58
RFTW Rider
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Brower714
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Loveland, CO
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| 02 Jun 2008 9:40 AM |
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What an honor it would be to help welcome you home.
David aka Poppa Brower
USN RM2 (SS)
Viet Nam 1967-1970
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David Brower aka Poppa
USN RM2 (SS)
Viet Nam 1967-70
In Honor of my Uncle who died POW Korea '51
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papajonohio
Posts: 705
Swanton, Ohio
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| 03 Jun 2008 12:24 PM |
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WELCOME HOME and THANK YOU
Your service is greatly appreciated
"Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world.
For, indeed, that's all who ever have."
Margaret Mead
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B.J.
Posts: 528
Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 05 Jun 2008 8:01 AM |
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| Well folks it's looking like we won't know exactly when Jason's arriving till he telephones us when he leaves Kwait. Best Est. is late Sat. the 7th. or sometime Sun. the 8th. as of now. Wish we could be more specific but just as soon as we know I will post here and send a e-mail to Road Dog too. Thanks again for support!
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B.J. Ondo
Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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"Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not." -Thomas Jefferson
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B.J.
Posts: 528
Colorado Springs, CO.-USA
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| 07 Jun 2008 3:39 PM |
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| Our latest update is that there's a "Sand Storm" that's keeping our Son-In-Law Jason's plane grounded! He was told that it should be clearing out enough for take off by "5:00 PM" OUR TIME today (Sat.) so our best est. is his arrival sometime afternoon on "Sunday, June 8th.". As stated just as soon as we have arrival info. we will send an e-mail to both Road Dog and Gopher letting them know. Thanks!
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B.J. Ondo
Colorado Volunteer of the "NATIONAL" PGR
USAF: 1973-1977|USN: 1977-1979
Viet-Nam ERA & Cold War Vet
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"It is our greatest honor to serve our country in times of peace, It is our Solemn duty to serve our country in times of war" -Ronald Reagan
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"Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not." -Thomas Jefferson
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lilboss
Posts: 356
Aguilar, Colorado
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| 11 Jun 2008 5:06 PM |
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Welcome Home and thank you for your service!
I regret that I am unable to be there to welcome you in person. |
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Lil Boss
America--Land of the Free,
Thanks to the Brave
Freedom Isn't Free |
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dbhager
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Denver
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| 11 Jun 2008 5:20 PM |
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| Where are we meeting at DIA |
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