82nd_Airborne_Dad 
Posts: 4235
Laramie, Wyoming
" God's Country "Retired National
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Wyoming Senior
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| 08 Aug 2006 11:46 AM |
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Okay folks, here is the final itinerary to honor Spc. Jose Zamora.
We will stage from 1100 to 1130 (kickstands up at 1130) on Friday, August 18 in the parking lot of Hobby Lobby on 7930 N Mesa S in El Paso. Mesa can be accessed from Exit 11 on I-10. It's about one block and will be on the right side. It is only a few blocks from there to the Funeral Home. Once there, we will show our support by bringing as many flags as possible, whether they are on poles or not. From there, the funeral procession will take us through Sunland Park before going to Ft. Bliss Nat'l Cemetery for burial with full military honors. If you do not wish to participate in the burial services or the procession, you will be able to leave before we do in order to avoid disrupting the services. I want to thank wtxcowboy Roger Mead for helping me put all this together. Let's pray for a good turnout of folks to be there to honor this young hero's sacrifice.
Ride Captains I have heard from already that will be there are Roger (Cowboy) Mead and Cruzerr Garcia. As it sits right now, they will be the ride captains for this mission. I am pulling every string I can get my hands on to be able to make it to this mission, so hopefully I'll see you all there. And thank you Bikerbride for opening up your home to those coming from out of town.
--Potsie
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Okay folks, here is the deal. The date of the funeral has not been set, but I just got off the phone with the CAO and Spc Zamora's sister, and the funeral will be at the Hillcrest Funeral Home on 5054 Doniphan Dr in El Paso, TX. The burial will be at the Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 5200 Fred Wilson Blvd, Fort Bliss, TX. We will be working in tandem with the Texas folks, since he was from New Mexico and will be interred in Texas. I hope to find out the finalized date of the funeral here in the next day or so. Bear with me as I await these details.
Potsie
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No. 756-06
August 08, 2006 |
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DoD Identifies Army Casualties
The Department of Defense announced today the death of three soldiers, who were supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. They died in Baghdad, Iraq on Aug. 6, when an improvised explosive device detonated near their HMMWV while conducting a combat operations. All soldiers were assigned to the Army's 2nd Brigade Troop Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky.
Killed were:
Staff Sgt. Stephen A. Seale, 25, of Grafton, W.V.
Sgt. Carlton A. Clark, 22, of South Royalton, Vt.
Spc. Jose Zamora, 24, of Sunland Park, N.M.
For further information related to this release, contact the Fort Campbell public affairs office at (270) 798-3025.
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"The American Paratrooper exists to give the enemy soldier the best chance to die for his country." ~~ General George Patton.
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BikerKnight
Posts: 44
El Paso, Texas
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| 08 Aug 2006 1:12 PM |
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May God bless Jose and his family.
If this becomes a mission, there are several of us from El Paso who will be there with you. |
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James Kevin Richardson
Army Retired
Former Submarine Sailor
Riding for:
Private John Abston, VA Militia, US War of Independence
Ranger Gabriel Fitzhugh, Republic of Texas
LCpl Merrell E. "Gene" Brumley, Jr., USMC (RIP 25 Jan 1971- So that others may live) |
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mailman
Posts: 13754
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 08 Aug 2006 1:27 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Specialist Jose Zamora. This American Heros service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest In Peace Soldier. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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BikerBride
Posts: 81
El Paso, TX (almost in NM)
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| 08 Aug 2006 2:37 PM |
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| Our prayers go out to Spc. Zamora's family. We are ready to ride if called upon. |
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Pam Richardson, RN, FCP
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tejas96
Posts: 0
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| 08 Aug 2006 2:44 PM |
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Tenga paz eterna en el los brazos de Dios
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Jose....find your Spirit in the arms of God. Pray for us left behind. Condolences to the family. Blessings.
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Familia Zamora....
Acepten mis condolencias en la pérdida de su hijo. Que el
dolor de su pérdida sea hecho menos en el conocimiento que Jose está en los
brazos de Dios. Bendiciones para la familia en estos dias tan dolorosos.
....Miguel Cortez
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rjwheaton
Posts: 288
Santa Cruz, California (Northern California)
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| 08 Aug 2006 3:10 PM |
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Thank you Spc. Zamora for your service, and for your sacrifice. We pray that your family, loved ones, and friends will receive God's comfort during this difficult time.
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8548
Naples, FL
Ride Captain
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| 08 Aug 2006 3:22 PM |
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| My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of SPC Zamora. |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - PV2 Dominic Sutherland (MOS 09W) - Ft. Jackson
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
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.
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sgtpotsie
Posts: 3664
New Mexico SC
Albuquerque, NM
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| 08 Aug 2006 4:52 PM |
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| I'm on it. Now working on 2 missions simultaneously. Bear with me. |
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Michael "Potsie" Postel
SSgt, USAF
I.Y.A.A.Y.A.S!
Riding in memory and honor of Jim "Norton" Rolfe. You will always be our SC brother.
"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save.
I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom."
-Abraham Lincoln
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flhtci_jim
Posts: 790
Poway, CA
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| 08 Aug 2006 5:55 PM |
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Deepest sympathies to the family of Spc Zamora. We will not forget your service and your sacrifice.
Remembering and honoring Jose and all of our fallen heroes in Poway, California |
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Jim McKown
USAF 1975 - 1981
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kkuhns
Posts: 102
Des Plaines, IL
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| 08 Aug 2006 6:01 PM |
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| SPC Zamora, may god bless you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and your fellow Sappers. SPC Zamora, your Sapper Mission is complete, job well done. Rest in Peace Sapper, I salute you. |
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Always Remember, Never Forget The Men and Women that have walked many, many miles to protect this great country that we call home.
Proud member of the 101st Airborne Division 2001-2004
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sgtpotsie
Posts: 3664
New Mexico SC
Albuquerque, NM
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| 08 Aug 2006 6:09 PM |
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| Contact made with CAO from Ft. Bliss. Awaiting permission from family. |
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Michael "Potsie" Postel
SSgt, USAF
I.Y.A.A.Y.A.S!
Riding in memory and honor of Jim "Norton" Rolfe. You will always be our SC brother.
"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save.
I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom."
-Abraham Lincoln
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huggieB
Posts: 177
Rainier WA
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| 08 Aug 2006 6:25 PM |
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| Our Condolences to the Family & Friends of Spc Zamora An American Hero. |
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lightfoot06234@yahoo.com
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| 08 Aug 2006 6:26 PM |
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| My thoughts and Prayers go out to the family, and friends of SPC Zamora. Thank you for your service. May your family and loved ones find comfort in God. |
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sabrah
Posts: 68
Albuquerque New Mexico
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| 08 Aug 2006 6:32 PM |
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To the Zamora Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Son and our Nation's Hero, Spc. Jose Zamora, We know that he was a person of character, intellect and professionalism, as evidenced by his selfless and loyal service to our Nation.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time.
We will Never Forget!
With deepest Sympathies,
Jim (Norton) and Sabrah Rolfe
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Sabrah Rolfe
Proud Navy Mom
Wife of a Viet Nam Vet
http://www.nmrgvbluestarmothers.org
Webmaster for Rio Grande Valley Chapter of
Blue Star Mothers of America
"Let Freedom Ring"
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MAChavez
Posts: 415
Tijeras NM
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| 08 Aug 2006 7:23 PM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Spc. Jose Zamora. Our nation has 1 more hero to add to its list of hero's that have sacrificed so much for this great nation. Rest in Peace. |
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IN MEMORY OF OFFICER RICHARD SMITH AND OFFICER MIKE KING. WHO MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. AUGUST 2005.
And my dad Arthur F. Lute Jr. USN UDT/SeeBees |
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Solo
Posts: 1095
Albuquerque N.M.
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| 08 Aug 2006 7:36 PM |
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| Thank you Spc. Jose Zamora, from a greatful nation. May your family find some ppeace in knowing they are not alone in this time of grief. |
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Ldytrckr
Posts: 213
Rio Rancho, NM
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| 08 Aug 2006 9:51 PM |
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Thank you Spc. Zamora for your selfless gift and may you rest in peace. To the family, our prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God grant you his peace and strength during this difficult time. God bless you all.....
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Vardis Gaus
Blue Star Mom, Proud Army mom
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Wishbone2
Posts: 539
Alamogordo, NM
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| 09 Aug 2006 7:35 AM |
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| Thank you SPc Zamora for your sacrifice for our country. Our prayers are with your family at this time. We are standing by to Honor You for your service. God bless and may you rest in peace! |
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Ed "Wishbone" Summerall, Msgt USAF, RET.
Commander AL Post 108, Tularosa NM
NM American Legion Rider, President Chapter 8
PGR SENM Ride Capt.
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txredraider
Posts: 17
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| 09 Aug 2006 7:49 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and God bless Spc. Jose Zamora. Standing by in Lubbock. |
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craig7220
Posts: 161
Albuquerque New Mexico
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| 09 Aug 2006 7:53 AM |
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| Rest in Peace Spc Zamora. You are a hero and we are standing by to honor you and your family. May God bless you and your loved ones. |
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DrWho
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| 09 Aug 2006 7:59 AM |
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My condolences to the Zamora family.
This hero will not be forgotten.
Please forward my condolences to the family, and if they have any photos and
info on Jose that I can ad to his tribute page to please send them to
me.. It is my mission to help people remember who this hero is.
You're also welcome to email me some of the PGR Mission photos to ad.
I wish all the riders a safe ride and a good mission.
I thank you all for supporting our fallen heroes and their families.
Q
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
& www.AfghanistanWarHeroes.org
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TSFRY65
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FORT WAYNE, INDIANA
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| 09 Aug 2006 8:17 AM |
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GOD BLESS ALL THREE SOLDIERS FROM THE 2ND BTB 2-101ST AIRBORNE AIR ASSAULT DIVISION & TO ALL THAT REMAIN OVER THERE SERVING & PROTECTING OUR FREEDOM!!! THANK YOU SPC JOSE ZAMORA FOR BEING THERE WITH MY SON SPC PATRICK RYAN AS A FRIEND & FELLOW SOLDIER FIGHTING SIDE BY SIDE. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN FOR YOUR HEROISM & HONOR. OUR DEAPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ZAMORA FAMILY.
THE LIGHT OF GOD SURROUNDS ME,
THE LOVE OF GOD ENFOLDS ME,
THE POWER OF GOD PROTECTS ME,
THE PRESENCE OF GOD WATCHES OVER ME-
WHEREVER I AM, GOD IS.
PROUD MOM OF SPC PATRICK RYAN ASSIGNED TO THE SAME UNIT AS SPC JOSE ZAMORA |
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Cyber
Posts: 401
Albuquerque NM
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| 09 Aug 2006 11:06 AM |
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My Love and sympathies go out to the Zamora family. I deeply understand the loss of someone close. Nothing will replace him but the memories will fill your heart to heal that wound. Rest now Spc. Zamora you duty is done go in peace my brother.
Vietnam Era Navy Vet
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In memory of my Father James W Grant SP7 US Army... WW2, Korea, Vietnam Era...
Dad I love you and miss you greatly! You carried a burden that was not yours. |
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ndtazman
Posts: 369
Grand Forks, North Dakota.
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| 09 Aug 2006 11:27 AM |
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| God bless this hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. Thank you for your service Spc. Jose Zamora. You will not be forgotten, and always remembered in our hearts for your unselfishness protecting this great country. Rest in Peace soldier. |
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sgtpotsie
Posts: 3664
New Mexico SC
Albuquerque, NM
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| 09 Aug 2006 7:01 PM |
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| CAO was supposed to meet with the family today, still waiting for a call. If nothing tonight, I will call tomorrow. Thanks for being patient everyone |
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Michael "Potsie" Postel
SSgt, USAF
I.Y.A.A.Y.A.S!
Riding in memory and honor of Jim "Norton" Rolfe. You will always be our SC brother.
"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save.
I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom."
-Abraham Lincoln
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