Wescoot2 
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Mission Plan to honor Sgt. Koch
June 26, 2006
7:30 AM Staging area opens:
Redwood Area Community Center
901 Cook Street
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
When you get to the staging area, be sure to have enough fuel in your tanks to ride an additional 100 miles. There are several gas stations in Redwood Falls with high-octane gas.
8:10 AM Minnesota PGR Ride Captains will conduct the mission briefing.
8:30 AM Depart the staging area for the funeral services in Morgan, MN
Length of ride is 13 miles.
We will have a police escort. Use standard staggered riding formation.
9:00 AM Arrive at Cedar Mtn. High School, Morgan, MN
Assemble flags and stand guard.
10:00 AM Funeral services begin.
11:00 AM Funeral services conclude. PGR will stand guard until the reception starts in the
high school.
11:05 AM There will be a short reception for the service attendees. During this time, we
will take down and secure our flags, and prepare to ride to the cemetery.
11:30 AM (est.) The PGR will accompany the funeral procession to the cemetery for the internment services in Trimont, MN. This is a ride of approximately 54 miles. Please consider this as an optional part of the mission. Trimont is about 8 miles north of Sherburn, MN and I-90.
1:00 AM (est.) Arrive at the cemetery in Trimont, MN. PGR members will quickly assemble their flags, and stand guard over the internment services.
2:00 AM (est.) The formal PGR mission will be competed when the internment services conclude.
As with all PGR missions, be prepared to be self sufficient for the day. Bring food and water, dress for the conditions, and ride safely.
Tom Weller State Ride Captain Minnesota Patriot Guard 507-282-2876 mn.pgr.SRC@gmail.com Although the family has not released their itinerary for the funeral services for their son, for now assume this in your planning for this mission:
Date of Service: Monday, June 26,2006
Location of staging area: Redwood Falls, MN
Staging area opens at: 7:30AM
Pre ride briefing at: 8:10AM
Depart the staging area at 8:30AM
All of this is subject to change as conditions on the ground change. I just wanted to get this out before the start of weekend.
When we get a confirmed, announced date and time for the services, I will post the complete mission plan with complete details.
As with all Minnesota PGR missions, any one is welcome to attend this mission from any state, no need to ask permissions etc. All riders will be required to sign a Waiver of Liability prior to leaving the staging area in Redwood Falls.
Tom Weller
Minnesota State Ride Captain
There will be a prayer service for Spc.Brent Koch in Redwood Falls, MN on Saturday at 7:00PM at the Redwood Falls National Guard Armory.
This prayer service is not a PGR mission, but is open to the public.
There is no PGR mission on Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are still pending. When those arrangements are finalized we will be able to publish the mission plan.
Tom Weller
Minnesota State Ride Captain
J
ust wanted to give everyone a quick update.
This mission IS confirmed, however the details are still being worked out.
As soon as more information is available we will get you all updated.
Thanks to all of you standing by to honor this American Hero!
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
MNPGR Ride Captain
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No. 568-06 IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jun 18, 2006 Media Contact: Army Public Affairs - (703) 692-2000
Public/Industry(703)428-0711
DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier
who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Spc. Brent W. Koch, 22, of Morton, Minn., died on June 16, in Ad
Diwaniyah, Iraq, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV.
Koch was assigned to Company E, 2nd Battalion, 136th Infantry Combined Arms
Battalion, Hutchinson, Minn.
Media with questions about this soldier can call the Army Public
Affairs Office at (703) 692-2000.
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Trophy Club Texas Bikers
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| 18 Jun 2006 10:49 AM |
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In the deepest part of every true patriots heart, is a pure positive energy that so truly desires to let the family know that their loss is also our loss. I know this is not always something that can be explained by a few simple written words.
With the deepest regret, I openly shed a tear with you, my heart aches feeling an aching void is truly in honor felt. It will be an honor and privilege for the Trophy Club Texas Bikers to stand silent and mourn in silence even at a distance from the state of Texas and continue to show our support to a heart broken family, state and nation.
Steven
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highsalute
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Huntsville, AL
Home is where the Heart is!
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| 18 Jun 2006 12:37 PM |
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On behalf of the Maine PGR's - our heartfelt condolences to the family of this young American Hero: SPC Brent W. Koch. May God comfort & strengthen your hearts. May you find some comfort in knowing that over 39,000+ PGR's stand in Honor of this young hero nationwide. You all will remain in our hearts and prayers throughout these most difficult days. He will never be forgotten.
SPC. Koch: Thank you for your service - You have paid the utlimate price so that ALL may one day free! Thank you for protecting me & mine. We will never forget the liberties you have protected for us during your time of service. Rest in peace, Son, Rest In Peace. |
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In honor of those who serve(d)
American Legion Rider: Topsham, ME Post # 202 & #8 Guntersville, AL
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BirdieMN
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Woodbury, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 12:50 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family of Spc. Koch.
I have forwarded the info to the appropriate Ride Captains to begin making contact. |
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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Preacherman
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| 18 Jun 2006 1:15 PM |
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| Please accept our deepest sympathies and sorrow for your family's loss from the Iowa PGR. |
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 18 Jun 2006 2:29 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Specialist Koch. Soldier, May you Rest in Peace. Your service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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trident_t150
Posts: 678
Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota
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| 18 Jun 2006 3:26 PM |
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Wow, this is right down the road from me. If duty calls, I will be there. Rain isn't any wetter than tears.
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport, where a T33 was erected in memory of my first cousin and best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, who died in service to his country in 1978, and in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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Honeydog
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| 18 Jun 2006 3:56 PM |
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Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Specialist Koch.
Standing by. |
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No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation
- General Douglas MacArthur
There are bikers invading the rest area!
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shogie
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New Auburn,Wi
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| 18 Jun 2006 4:31 PM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with this hero....standing by in New Auburn
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It's only the LAND of the FREE....
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calamityjane
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brooklyn park mn
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| 18 Jun 2006 5:28 PM |
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my deepest sympathies to family and friends of Spc. Brent Koch. may god bless you and your family during this time of deep sorrow.
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Riding in Honor of my Father DLJ and grandfather WWI veteran EJPL
Riding in Memory 'DakotaLawDog' Paul Anderson
A Hero is no braver than a ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer. -Ralph Waldo Emerson
He was the kind if you got in trouble you didn't look back to see if he was still with you, you knew damned well he was. ~Sackett by Louis L'Amour
Each man owes a debt to his family, his country and his species to leave sons and daughters who will lead, inspire and create.~Sackett's Land by Louis L'Amour
Never drive faster then your angels can fly. Be Safe....
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dragonman
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Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 18 Jun 2006 5:39 PM |
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My deepest sympathies and condolences to Spc. Koch's family, friends, and fellow Troops. Thank You, Spc. Koch, for your Service to this country.
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
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Elk River Mn
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| 18 Jun 2006 5:40 PM |
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Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc Brent Koch. May God help you through the days ahead. May this American HERO rest in peace.
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Reddawg51
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Elk River, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 6:54 PM |
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I met SPC Koch at the send off in MS... a good man. My heart aches for this young man's family. We are standing by.
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oldgoldwing
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| 18 Jun 2006 7:13 PM |
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| standing by once---old goldwing dave henning [carry each other burdens and in this way you fulfill the law of CHRIST Galatians 6:2] [] |
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live2ride55
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Eden Prairie, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 7:13 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of SPC Koch. Thank you for your service to this country...and thank you for your sacrifice. You will not be forgotten. May God bless! |
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Minnesota Patriot Guard
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mtcat1000
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St Cloud MN 56301
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| 18 Jun 2006 7:47 PM |
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God Bless Brent. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Koch family and friends.
Standing by in St Cloud. |
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Greg Studer
St Cloud Mn Sector ARC
St Cloud Mn Sector Hoth Rep
US Army 1974-1977
101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” |
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oldgoldstar
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:18 PM |
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| Prayers and condolences go to the family of Spc. Koch. May God bles and comfort you in the coming days. Know that we all mourn with you the loss of a fine American Hero. Brent, we salute you, honor you and will not forget you. May you rest in peace. |
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Bagwaji
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Minneapolis/Grand Portage, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:21 PM |
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| I was in Hutchinson for father's day when I got the news... we had just been talking about how many people in that town are over there with the 136th or with RA units too. Sincerest condolences to the Koch family. Standing by to take our captains' lead in minneapolis. |
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DocBohlman
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Lakeville, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:31 PM |
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My thanks to Spc. Koch for his service and sacrifice, and my sympathies to his friends and family.
Standing by in Lakeville, MN. |
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"Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country."
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thecaptive
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Coon Rapids, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:41 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Koch. He will not be forgotten. Standing by in Coon Rapids.
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Craig
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Noodle
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FL PGR Chaplain Merritt Island, FL
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:51 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Koch. Am visiting in Stillwater and leaving Thursday for Idaho for a few days. I have my 3X5 flag and will make this mission if possible. |
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Patriotism is not a short and frenzied burst of emotion but a long and steady dedication of a lifetime. Thomas Jefferson
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dtn8tr
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:53 PM |
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Our hearts go out to a local hero.
Standing by in Glencoe with my bike and my family in the "Bright Red 'Bird" cage. |
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mnwillie
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Prior Lake, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 8:58 PM |
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| Standing-by in Prior Lake, MN... "May the canopy of your parachute help you land safely in heaven my friend." |
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JumpRun
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| 18 Jun 2006 9:04 PM |
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My deepest and most sincere sympathies and condolences to family and friends of Spc. Brent Koch. I pray God to give your loved ones strength to find peace in their loss. Thank You, Spc. Koch, for your Service to this country - You and your comrades are true American heroes that we back home respect and honor.
Standing by in Stacy Minnesota
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albert5001
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Stewart, MN
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| 18 Jun 2006 9:24 PM |
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Spc. Koch, my family owes you our safety and freedoms. Standing by to honor a true hero and his family.
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