Tigger2 
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| 28 Aug 2006 3:48 PM |
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Unfortunately, I have a doctor appointment that I waited 3 months for, so Gadget and Tigger will not be able to attend this mission. Our thoughts are prayers are with all the riders going and all the family of SFC Villa. We will be there in spirit.
Rest in Peace SFC Villa, your duty is done and you can rest is peace. You will never be forgotten.
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Tigger
New Mexico RWB Book Coordinator
New Mexico HOTH Assist Coordinator
If it weren't for Veterans, we wouldn't be here
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honky tonk
Posts: 237
El Paso, TX
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| 28 Aug 2006 4:27 PM |
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| Whoever the assigned RC is, I'll be there. Also, to anybody coming to El Paso from out of town, if you need a place to crash call me -- 915-227-1050. We have kids and pets, so kids and pets are fine by us. First call first serve! |
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dmace57
Posts: 2
El Paso, TX
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| 28 Aug 2006 4:30 PM |
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I wish the Villa family comfort and peace as they struggle to deal with the loss of their fallen hero. I am standing by to honor this hero and his family.
No mission to Difficult;
No sacrifice to great;
Duty first!
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WTXCowboy
Posts: 50
El Paso Tx
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| 28 Aug 2006 4:44 PM |
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Ready to pay my respects to the family and honor a fallen hero Sgt 1st Class Ruben J. Villa Jr.
Cowboy
USAF Ret
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harly69g
Posts: 8072
Ride Captain
Owensboro, KY
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| 28 Aug 2006 5:12 PM |
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This is a Confirmed Mission as we have received permission from the family for the Patriot Guard to attend Sgt 1st Class Villa's funeral. The funeral will be in El Paso, TX on Thursday, August 31, 2006.
The Ride Captain for this Mission is Roger "Cowboy" Mead. As soon as Cowboy obtains the necessary information, we will post an Itinerary.
Stand Tall and Silent,
David A David, Sr. AKA Double D
Texas State Captain
Rowlett, TX
Office - 972-412-1723
Cell - 214-384-3438
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
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BikerBride
Posts: 81
El Paso, TX (almost in NM)
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| 28 Aug 2006 5:38 PM |
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| Anyone coming from out of town, we have a spare bedroom and a sofa bed. E-mail us. |
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Pam Richardson, RN, FCP
*My Kevin's BikerBride*
2005 Suzuki S40 |
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BikerKnight
Posts: 45
El Paso, Texas
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| 28 Aug 2006 8:48 PM |
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God bless you Ruben.
May the Lord bless you and keep you,
May He make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you,
May He lift up His countenance unto you and give you Peace.
To Ruben's family and friends go our prayers for consolation, for peace, and for hope in the days to come. |
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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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Ldytrckr
Posts: 216
Rio Rancho, NM
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| 28 Aug 2006 9:08 PM |
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Fred and I will not be able to make this mission as we cannot get out of work. Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to the family. Thank you SFC Villa for your sacrifice and may you now rest in peace.
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Vardis Gaus
Blue Star Mom, Proud Army mom
and former Army reservist
Member NM State Guard |
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Wishbone2
Posts: 545
Alamogordo, NM
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| 28 Aug 2006 9:18 PM |
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| Cowboy, I'm standing by in Alamogordo, NM to be of any assistance I can. I do plan on making this mission. I will ride down to El Paso early in the morning on the 31st. BTW, where are you located? |
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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.
"They are not dead until they are forgotten. We must remember them" (Unknown) |
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ROJ
Posts: 215
Long Beach, California
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| 29 Aug 2006 12:27 PM |
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My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of SFC Ruben Villa, Jr.. May you find comfort in these trying times, for he is truly an American hero! SFC Villa, stand down for your mission is complete and your service to this great Country is truly appreciated. Rest in peace forever.
Royal Jester
HOG SCRC JOW FMRC PGR
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Royal Jester
HOG SCRC JOW FMRC
PGR #2694
United States Army "Big Red 1"
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WTXCowboy
Posts: 50
El Paso Tx
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| 29 Aug 2006 10:39 PM |
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Ok folks, I recon'd the mission today.
Staging will be in the KFC parking lot at 3601 Gateway West, on the corner of Gateway West and Copia. This is exit 22a Copia St off of I10. Staging will be 0800 with kickstands up at 0830. The church is less than a 5 minute ride. Mass is scheduled for 0930, thus we will have time to get parked an in position for an honor guard prior to the arrival of most attendies.
Flags please poles or not.......
Any questions call me at home 915-855-7490 voice mail if needed....or cell 915-422-5547
Will not have internet for the next few days.
Cowboy
USAF Ret
Nam 72-73
Ride Captain
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MC63
Posts: 27
Tijeras, N.M.
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| 30 Aug 2006 8:05 AM |
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| Will be there with flags flying and a heavy heart. |
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banddude
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| 30 Aug 2006 8:41 AM |
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| Can't be there because of work, but my deepest sympathies go out to the family of this brave young man. |
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Wishbone2
Posts: 545
Alamogordo, NM
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| 30 Aug 2006 8:59 AM |
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| To all, staging for this mission will be in the KFC parking lot at 3601 Gateway West and Copia st. at 0800, tomorrow morning. Anyone riding from Alamogordo, we will meet at the old Wal-mart parking lot at 0600 and depart at 0615. Let's show our support for this Fallen Hero! |
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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.
"They are not dead until they are forgotten. We must remember them" (Unknown) |
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whr2nd
Posts: 1318
Sedalia, Missouri
Missouri State Captain
National Forum Administrator
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| 30 Aug 2006 9:43 AM |
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| Bump for Final Itinerary in first post. |
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Bill "Whirlwind"
351st/509th SPG Whiteman AFB
1st TFW (Provisional) Dhahran, Saudi Arabia |
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BikerBride
Posts: 81
El Paso, TX (almost in NM)
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| 30 Aug 2006 10:46 AM |
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BikerBride will be there (with 8-year-old) in cage. I'll be bringing cold water, Gatorade (it can get HOT in El Paso!), and raisins and peanuts for quick snacks. BikerKnight might be able to cut loose from work and be there too.
Since I'll be in the cage with my boy, I can carry extra things for folks if needed. See you at the KFC at 0800. |
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Pam Richardson, RN, FCP
*My Kevin's BikerBride*
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alamopunk
Posts: 4
Little Rock, AR
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| 30 Aug 2006 12:14 PM |
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My prayers and thoughts are with SFC Villa and family.
Looks like I can't make it either since I can't leave Alamogordo until noon. I will check back and hopefully be there to support families in the future. |
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KennyB
Posts: 334
Columbia, TN
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| 30 Aug 2006 3:30 PM |
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| To the friends and family of Sgt 1st Class Ruben J. Villa Jr, I wish to express my deepest condolences for the lost of your loved one. Please remember that to us, Ruben is a true American Hero. It is because of our Heroes, which are willing to give the ultimate sacrifice, which insures the rights and freedoms we all enjoy. You will be in my prayers that God might give you peace, strength, and comfort during this time of grief. May God bless you. Your loved one shall never be forgotten! |
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In Loving Memory of
USMC Cpl. David A Bass
Uncle Kenny
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frontstuffers
Posts: 80
Crowley, TX
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| 30 Aug 2006 7:57 PM |
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| Unfortunately I will not be able to attend. However, I wish to pass along my sincerest condolences to the Villa family and their friends. Please know that those who attend do so with the utmost respect to honor this young man. To those who are able to attend, stand tall and proud for this young man and his family and be safe. |
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The world is a dangerous place to live; not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it.
- Albert Einstein
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4id_vet
Posts: 24
Salida, Ca
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| 30 Aug 2006 10:46 PM |
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Always a sad day when one of our country's defenders has fallen,
Always a happy day when we remember those brave enough to give all and those that did, true Patriotism!
We constantly remind them that they will not be forgotten, and they never will. SFC Ruben thanks to you and men like you, we are FREE. |
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For all Defenders of this Nation, many roads they have traveled, the least we can do is make certain their last journey on this land they protected,is not alone! |
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rocketmaster
Posts: 90
Alamogordo NM (south of overpass)
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| 30 Aug 2006 11:48 PM |
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I am posting this in the middle of the night as i just read Wishbones email. I have just left a message at work that I will try to be there early afternoon. I have every intention of making this mission to honor our fallen Hero, Sgt 1st Class Villa.
To Sgt Villa's family and friends i offer my deepest condolences for your loss. He is, and always will be, a true American Hero.
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"They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety" Benjamin Franklin Feb 17, 1775
Son of Retired Lt. Col Ward Coon (MI ANG,
Brother of former Navy Submariner Russ Coon
Proud Navy Father of Joshua Coon
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Wishbone2
Posts: 545
Alamogordo, NM
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| 31 Aug 2006 8:19 AM |
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| I wish to express my apologies to the Villa family and my PGR brothers and sisters for not being at the service to Honor SFC Villa in person. After riding 30 miles in the driving rain and seeing the lightning storm around and over El Paso, I returned home as I have a healthy respect for lightning when exposed on a motorcycle in the rain. However my continued prayers are with the Villa falily in their time of sorrow. Thank you SFC Ruben Villa for you service and sacrifice for your country. |
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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.
"They are not dead until they are forgotten. We must remember them" (Unknown) |
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honky tonk
Posts: 237
El Paso, TX
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| 31 Aug 2006 3:54 PM |
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| as this was my first mission, i'm awed at the devotion to the mission that some of my PGR brothers & sisters have. thanks bill4241 for coming all the way from albuquerque, and rocketmaster from alamorgordo (and wishbone for trying!) that's awesome that you guys were able to join us on this and says a lot to honor SGT Villa and his family. thanks to my fellow PGR in El Paso, you guys are all awesome. Rest in Peace SGT Villa. |
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WTXCowboy
Posts: 50
El Paso Tx
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| 01 Sep 2006 1:07 AM |
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A Ride Captain is only as good as the people in the ride.
Had a great crew this trip (although that seems the norm) and some real dedication....Bill4241 making the trip down from the Duke City thanks...lucky the storms were to your East. Rocketman on such short notice....watch the web site closer...LOL Wishbone2 you would make a great lightning rod, but remember those are sold in stores and dont come with 2 wheels. BikerBride for the van loaded with goodies and a place to store the flags on the way to the cemetary made things much smoother.
The mission went smooth with one tv interview and the reporter was good enough to ask why PGR started, than dropped all reference to the Ks crowd in the final report.
I believe rocketman may have some photos to download to the site.
Once again thanks to all that rode and those that tried.
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harly69g
Posts: 8072
Ride Captain
Owensboro, KY
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