Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 08 Oct 2008 5:35 PM |
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Updated 17 Oct 08 at 2303 EDT by Cagerbob
As you know, these missions tend to change on a frequent basis. I have just received word that the arrival time has been changed.
We will now stage at the McDonalds at 1315 (1:15PM)
Please watch this thread for more up to date information if/when it becomes available.
Hope to see a large turnout for this one, we were outnumbered by the Colorado Springs LEOs for the last one, I don't want that to happen again.... :)
Ted "Gopher" Malone
Assistant State Captain - Southern Colorado
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The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to greet a large number of arriving troops from the sandbox, escort them to Ft. Carson, and participate in the Welcome Home ceremony. OPSEC rules prevent us from disclosing further information, but these are troops you’ll want to come out and support.
The mission will consist of 3 parts; Welcoming the troops as they deplane, escorting them to Ft. Carson, and participating in the official ceremony.
Staging will be at the McDonalds on Powers and Airport (just south of Platte) at 1115 (11:15 am). We will depart for the arrival location at 1145 (11:45am). Please be prepared to ride onto an active military installation. (See the Ft. Carson ride rules post in the Colorado Forum for more information)
Please be aware that these missions change on a moment’s notice, so subscribe to this thread and count on these details changing at least once.
I will be the Ride Captain for this mission.
Thanks!
Ted “Gopher” Malone
Assistant State Captain – Southern Colorado
gopher@coloradopgr.org
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"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
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mailman
Posts: 14735
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 08 Oct 2008 6:28 PM |
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| Welcome Home Soldiers. Thank You for your service to our Nation. Job Well Done!!! |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
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Jasper54
Posts: 7042
Columbus, Ohio
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| 08 Oct 2008 6:47 PM |
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Welcome Home. Thank you for your service and for the personal sacrafices you have made while fighting in the defense of our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism. God Bless you.
Shalom Alechem,
Chaplain Roger D. Casto
El Shaddai Ministries
Columbus, Ohio
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
Visit me at: www.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War;
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, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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Charger
Posts: 3554
Golden Colorado
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| 08 Oct 2008 9:00 PM |
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Another reason for me to really hate the fact that I work Saturdays!!
Please give every single one of these mn and women a hand shake and a hug for me, and let them know how much they are appreciated. |
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Brad 'CHARGER' Lewellen
Colorado Ride Captain
Retired Colorado State Captain
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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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jimreime
Posts: 722
Colorado Springs Ride Captain
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| 08 Oct 2008 11:50 PM |
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| You got it Brad, we know what you have done for the PGR and it will be my honor to represent you at these missions. Since a lot of people confused me for you when you were State Captain I think I can pull this off. |
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Jim "Infidel" Reime
Colorado Springs Ride Captain
Home: 719-638-1643
Cell: 719-332-1286
patriotguard@hotmail.com
Honoring the fallen, those who have served, and the memories of:
The Kuhlman boys WWI Army (family from Silver Lake, MO)
Bill Lauer WWI Army (Great Uncle)
Bob Reime WWII Navy (Uncle)
Carl Reime WWII Navy (Uncle)
Joe Schneider WWII Navy (Uncle)
Harry Reime Korean War Navy (Dad)
Borders, Language, Culture!
First comes smiles, then lies. Last is gunfire!!!
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akajkc
Posts: 314
Colorado Springs
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| 09 Oct 2008 4:41 PM |
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| Should be able to make this one too. Welcome home, troops! |
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sdoise
Posts: 4534
Kinder, La.
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| 10 Oct 2008 8:14 AM |
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Welcome home. 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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pointman6869
Posts: 129
montbello colorado
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| 13 Oct 2008 9:01 AM |
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| I believe I will be able to make this one. If anyone is riding down from Denver let me know so I could hook up with you. |
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VIC
1ST OF THE 27TH WOLFHOUNDS
VIETNAM 68-69
PROUD TO HAVE SERVED |
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tomthums
Posts: 1
Lafayette/Boulder Colorado
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| 13 Oct 2008 11:39 AM |
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| Vic,
I beleive I will be able to make this ride, I will be comming from Lafayette and would be happy to ride with you.
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pointman6869
Posts: 129
montbello colorado
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| 15 Oct 2008 8:48 AM |
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| OK Tom and if anyone else is going down. We could meet at the Starbucks on the N.E. corner of I 25 and Hampden at 0930 (9:30 AM) with KSU at 0945 (9:45 AM) This should give us time to "find" the McDonalds in the Springs by 11-11:15. |
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VIC
1ST OF THE 27TH WOLFHOUNDS
VIETNAM 68-69
PROUD TO HAVE SERVED |
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papajonohio
Posts: 2151
Swanton, Ohio
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| 16 Oct 2008 7:03 AM |
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WELCOME HOME and THANK YOU for your service.
"...FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW..."
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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FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
* * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * *
YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
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banditbob
Posts: 1147
Virginia Beach. Bandits 1/32 US Army
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| 17 Oct 2008 6:48 AM |
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| Welcome back home. We thank you for your service to this country. |
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banditbob
Robert K. Reynolds
US Army
3AD 1/32 Armor "Bandits" 1972 to 1976
(the original Bandits)
1st Cav 2/5 "Black Knights" 1976 to 1977
DAV member Post #20 VAB
Secretary Board of Directors, Indian Cove Resort
Our debt to the Heroic men and Valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid . They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices
(President Harry S. Truman)
During these days of many trials and tribulations that our land of the free are facing, let us remember to hold our heads up high in remembrance for those who gave thier life for our freedom and those that are still in harms way for this cause. Pray for the brokenhearted and proclaim victory for those who are held captive. Lord, You are the light of the world and we declare You to be Lord over every nation. We know your light shines in darkness and the darkness does not always comprehend, but we also know You light will always prevail. Amen.
Chaplin, Lorraine Richmond.
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BBahr
Posts: 5
Palmer Lake, CO
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| 17 Oct 2008 8:04 AM |
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I will be there as well, lost my battery yesterday, but back running.
Welcome home troops! |
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tmalone
Posts: 542
Falcon, Colorado
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| 17 Oct 2008 12:12 PM |
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Mission Update
As you know, these missions tend to change on a frequent basis. I have just received word that the arrival time has been changed.
We will now stage at the McDonalds at 1315 (1:15PM)
Please watch this thread for more up to date information if/when it becomes available.
Hope to see a large turnout for this one, we were outnumbered by the Colorado Springs LEOs for the last one, I don't want that to happen again.... :) |
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Ted "Gopher" Malone
Assistant State Captain - Southern Colorado
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the vote." -- Benjamin Franklin
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pointman6869
Posts: 129
montbello colorado
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| 17 Oct 2008 1:08 PM |
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| With the time changed we can meet at the starbucks at 1100 (11:00 am) , KSU 1145 (11:45 am) to be in the Springs by 1300 ( 1:00 pm). Tom, my vest isn't xxl but we can get it on one way or another. Otherwise there are others that carry extra vests. |
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VIC
1ST OF THE 27TH WOLFHOUNDS
VIETNAM 68-69
PROUD TO HAVE SERVED |
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JohnHarris
Posts: 226
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| 17 Oct 2008 4:35 PM |
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Welcome Home, thank you for your service. I will not be able to attend, but you will be in my thoughts.
John Harris
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nuguy
Posts: 613
Pueblo, CO
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| 17 Oct 2008 6:25 PM |
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NEW TIME CHANGE
PUEBLO CO
SAT 18 OCT 08
Meet at Loaf & Jug - exit 102 - off I-25
STAGE 12OO hrs (12:00 noon) NEW TIME
LEAVE 1215 hrs (12:15 pm) NEW TIME
Going to meet at McDonald's at Powers and airport. (South of Platte) in Springs
Have proper riding gear and papers to enter the Post.
Remember that the time can change without notice, so keep checking the website
this a new time change |
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Abe "nuguy" Duran
Senior Ride Captain-Pueblo & So. Colo
Nat'l PGR
US NAVY 55-58
RFTW Rider
PGR Rider
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sfolkerts
Posts: 51
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| 17 Oct 2008 6:49 PM |
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I'm not going to be able to make it; I've got prior commitments. I love these Welcome Homes! Yell and whistle for me, but hold off on the "marry me" signs! LOL!
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jiffy
Posts: 60
Colorado Springs, CO
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| 17 Oct 2008 7:04 PM |
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| At this time it looks like we will be there (unless I get called out) |
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God Bless and keep you safe till we meet again.
Jiffy
Riding for SSG John Doles (son) and James Tiffany WWII (uncle)
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1996_retired_E7
Posts: 579
Colorado Springs, CO
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| 17 Oct 2008 8:53 PM |
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| It will be an honor to welcome these men and women home. |
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Robin "Flash" Thurston
MSgt, USAF (1975-1996)
Ride Captain/Colorado Springs
Proud PGR cager (Red 1997 Jeep Wrangler with the BIG American flag on the back!!!)
Honoring the fallen, those who have served, and the memory of these American Heroes:
My Father, Robert G. Thurston - WWII (European Theater)
My Father-In-Law, Albert A. Mestan - WWII (Pacific Theater) & Korean War
Lt John P. Napolitano - FDNY Rescue 2 (North Tower, World Trade Center)
CMSgt Robert A. Brown - Bataan Death March Survivor
"It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us — that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion — that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain" - Abraham Lincoln |
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NorthernCowboy
Posts: 67
Colorado Springs
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| 17 Oct 2008 10:45 PM |
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| I'm supposed to be at my reserve weekend tomorrow....I'll try to make it. |
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"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."
- General George S. Patton, Jr
PRC(AW), USN.
18 years and still proudly serving.
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tmalone
Posts: 542
Falcon, Colorado
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| 18 Oct 2008 9:00 PM |
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| Sorry for the mixup on the times today. As you know, these things change very frequently and it seems that someone just forgot to tell us. At least we were able to participate in the ceremony. Thanks to all who came out! |
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Ted "Gopher" Malone
Assistant State Captain - Southern Colorado
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the vote." -- Benjamin Franklin
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akajkc
Posts: 314
Colorado Springs
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| 18 Oct 2008 10:37 PM |
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| No need to apologize, Ted --- it turned out to be a really great welcome home.
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Oh, FYI: it's a Beaver --- Oregon Army National Guard --- 41st Infantry
"http://freepages.military.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~romm/41stDivBde/41stInfantryDiv-Bde.htm#41Insignia"
Now, as for the meaning of the N's .... |
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 19 Oct 2008 3:50 AM |
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Welcome Home - Ft. Carson Troops, Colorado Springs, CO! On behalf of a grateful Nation, "Thank You" for defending our freedoms. Sending Big (((HUGS))) from N. IL.
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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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