Wescoot2  Posts: 2913 Park Ridge, Illinois

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| 24 Aug 2006 4:25 PM |
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This is the final Itinerary for the Patriot Guard Mission to honor Lance CPL. James D. Hirlston who gave all on August 23, 2006. It is a go; all contacts have been made.
Visitation services are on Wednesday August 30, 2006 from 1000 hrs through 2000 hrs
at Murfreesboro Funeral Home, 145 Innsbrooke, Murfreesboro, TN;
Burial services are on Thursday, August 31, 2006; 0900 hrs at Murfreesboro Funeral Home, 145 Innsbrooke, Murfreesboro, TN; Cemetery is: Rose Lawn Memorial Garden, 5315 New Nashville Hwy., Murfreesboro, TN.
Ride Captain:
Your Lead Ride Captain for this mission is Annette Robeck (Dreamcatcher), who can be reached on her cell at (615) 974-3046.
Weather: The current weather forecast for Murfreesboro, TN on Thursday, 8/31/06 is Mostly Sunny with a high of 83 degrees; low of 67 degrees; with a no listed chance of rain. Bring flag poles & flags if you've got them; flags on bikes would be great. If you're not on your bike, cars are welcome, bring all the extra flags you've got, and water!
Departure: The departure time from the staging area to the Murfreesboro Funeral Home is 0830 hrs. The funeral home is across from the parking area, we will be lining up on the street in front of the funeral home, more info will be given at the meeting before KSU.
Please remember that our mission is to respect and honor this fallen soldier and his family. Stand tall and proud as we salute this hero and his family for their great sacrifice!!! Please remember to leave any personal agenda/disagreements at home, WE are here to show Respect and Honor to our fallen Hero and his Family.
Please ride safe.................................
No. 811-06 IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 24, 2006 Media Contact: (703) 697-5131/697-5132 Public/Industry(703) 428-0711
DoD Identifies Marine Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Lance Cpl. James D. Hirlston, 21, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., died Aug. 23 while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Media with questions about this Marine can call the 2nd Marine Division public affairs office at (910) 451-9033.
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sandersj26  Posts: 752 Kingsport, TN Past TN PGR State Captain

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| 24 Aug 2006 4:32 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Hirlston Family. So sorry to read of your loss, I pray God will comfort your family and family friends during this time. I've read two very touching media stories about Lance Cpl. James D. ( " J.D.") Hirlston, he was dedicated to all he did. J.D. was dedicated to the Lord, his family, the United States of America. He gave his life protecting what he loved. God bless you J.D. for what you have done for each of us.
I have contacted the Marine CACO. I am waiting for a return call. I will post as I learn the family wishes. |
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Past TN PGR State Captain (2549) Blue Knights TN VI SCRC #273
USA NG '94-'97 USAF '82-'92
"You only live once"
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StarShip  Posts: 264 Florida's SunCoast

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| 24 Aug 2006 4:48 PM |
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Deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Lance Cpl Hirlston. We mourn the loss of your loved one right along with you.
There are no words to express the gratitude we feel.
Thank You James. Your sacrifice will not be in vain. Freedom will be victorious.
Your service to us, and America, is forever eched in our hearts.
Godspeed
Mission accomplished
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PGRLabLuvr  Posts: 8703 Naples, FL
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| 24 Aug 2006 4:54 PM |
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| My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of LCPL Hirlston. |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena USAR - SGT Dominic Sutherland - WOCS Ft. Rucker

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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flsquest  Posts: 103 Bartlett, TN

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| 24 Aug 2006 5:04 PM |
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My heart felt condolences go out to the family and friends of Lance Cpl. James D. Hirlston. I pray that the family will know a peace that passes all understanding during this time of grief.
I'm standing by in Bartlett for the details of this Mission so I can honor this brave warrior.
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"NEVER AGAIN"
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cutey_1vp  Posts: 176

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| 24 Aug 2006 5:24 PM |
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We wish to extend our deepest sympathy at the loss of this American Hero. We realize we have our rights and freedoms because of the sacrifices paid by our soldiers. May God bless and comfort the family during this time of mourning.
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kkuhns  Posts: 102 Des Plaines, IL

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| 24 Aug 2006 6:32 PM |
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| Lance Cpl Hirlston, my thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and fellow Marines. Rest in Peace, Lance Cpl Hirlston for your mission is complete. Stand down, Lance CPl Hirlston. 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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NoNo  Posts: 381 West Fargo, ND

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| 24 Aug 2006 6:51 PM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family of Lance Cpl. Hirlston. James " Thank You" for your service to our country. Rest in peace soldier. Dave |
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Dave
We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.
Sir Winston Churchill
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TennVic  Posts: 297 Dayton, Tennessee

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| 24 Aug 2006 6:56 PM |
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May God grant peace and understanding to the Hirlston Family at this time of great loss. Rest in Peace Cpl. James D. Hirlston. You have served your country well and I pray now that you are serving the Lord. Standing by.
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USAF '67 - '71 "TAC" tennvic@patriotguard.org Ride in memory of: J. A. "Pete" Barbree - Seaman 2nd Class, USN WWII - "Dad" 1st LT Lance Workman - KIA Jul 11, 1971, QUANG TIN, SOUTH VIETNAM. Childhood friend. |
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mailman  Posts: 14752 West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain

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| 24 Aug 2006 6:57 PM |
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| Rest in Peace Marine. Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Lance Corporal James D. Hirlston. This American Heros service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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merlin  Posts: 72 Senior TN Ride Capt (Jackson)

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| 24 Aug 2006 7:23 PM |
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My condolences to the family, friends and fellow Marines of L/Cpl James Hirlston. We pray for the family, knowing that James is now with God. Rest in peace, your tour is done.
Standing by in Jackson [Medina] should this mission be confirmed.
"...Ever look on Heaven's scenes, They will find the streets are guarded By United States Marines"
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big_g  Posts: 31 Sweetwater, TN

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| 24 Aug 2006 7:50 PM |
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Our condolences to James's family and friends. We pray that the family finds peace during this hard time, knowing that their son is a nations hero.
Standing by in Sweetwater for further instructions. |
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flhtci_jim  Posts: 790 Poway, CA

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| 24 Aug 2006 8:36 PM |
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Condolences to the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Hirlston. Your service and your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Remembering and honoring James and all of our fallen heroes in Poway, California |
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DrWho  Posts: 0
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| 24 Aug 2006 11:21 PM |
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My condolences to the Hirlston family.
This hero will not be forgotten.
Please forward my condolences to the family, and if they have any photos and
info on James 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. q@IraqWarHeroes.com
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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MusicmanM58  Posts: 232 Madison, Tn.

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| 24 Aug 2006 11:37 PM |
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My condolences & prayers go out to the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Hirlston, God take him in your arms on his final mission... rest in peace, day is done. My daughter went to high school with James, and is really taking this news hard... [sigh] standing by in Nashville.
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booksbenji  Posts: 156 Midland, TEXAS, Hometown of the 1st Lady Mrs. Bush

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| 24 Aug 2006 11:42 PM |
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Si vis pacem, para bellum(You want Peace, Prepare for war)
William Wallace: Men don't follow titles, they follow courage.
"If they give you any POOP, level the place." - Lewis B. Puller, USMC
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nickatnash  Posts: 9 Nashville, Tennessee

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| 25 Aug 2006 5:47 AM |
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My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Lance Cpl. James D. Hirlston.
Standing by in Nashville! |
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Peaches0592  Posts: 90 Prospect, TN

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| 25 Aug 2006 6:34 AM |
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my prayer to the family, friends and comrades of Lane Cpl James D Hirlston, rest in peace brave soldier, you are in a better place.
standing by in prospect. |
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dreamcatcher  Posts: 2436 TN State Captain Antioch, TN

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| 25 Aug 2006 6:42 AM |
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May the Lord's Hand be on you and comfort you in this great time of sorrow. LCPL Hirlston your time here is over, fly with the angels to your home in heaven.
Standing by in Antioch, TN for futher instructions..............
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Proud Mom of an Army National Guard Daughter Proud Wife of an USAF Veteran
PGR member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008 "Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008 "It's all good"
A.L.R. Post #88, Donelson, TN dreamcatcher@patriotguard.org
LET THEM KNOW WE CARE AND WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER...............NEVER FORGET |
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dougswafford  Posts: 513 N. Alabama Ride Captain, Hazel Green, Alabama

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| 25 Aug 2006 7:14 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the family, friends and fellow Marines of Lance Cpl. Hirlston. Standing by to honor this American Hero. |
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Doug "Springer D" Swafford North Alabama Ride Captain "Freedom isn't free, it was paid for by a Vet." "We survive together or not at all." Riding in memory and honor of Tommy "Tomkatz" Poss, we miss you Brother. |
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JUNGLEJIM70  Posts: 122 Tn. ride captain

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| 25 Aug 2006 7:48 AM |
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My sincere condolences go out to Cpl. Hirlston's family and friends. May the Lord comfort them during this time. Thank you Cpl. Hirlston for serving your country.
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Chappy  Posts: 687

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| 25 Aug 2006 8:02 AM |
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Alabama sends our condolences to the family of Lance Cpl. Hirlston. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms and give those same freedoms to those who have never known them.
Standing by.
Chappy
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Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power. -Abraham Lincoln
Wherever I go, everyone is a little bit safer because I am there. Wherever I am, anyone in need has a friend. Whenever I return home, everyone is happy I am there. By Robert L. Humphrey
Riding in honor of my father, my hero, Richard Carle, Vietnam Veteran
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tomkatz4  Posts: 590 Florence AL

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| 25 Aug 2006 8:32 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cpl James D. Hirlston. We pray God will comfort you during this difficult time. |
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"A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both." - Dwight D. Eisenhower
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CAJUN  Posts: 0
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| 25 Aug 2006 8:45 AM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends. |
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Krista in MA  Posts: 434 MA

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| 25 Aug 2006 10:23 AM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Hirlston. May your memories offer you comfort during these times. Please know that James is a Hero and will never be forgotten.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May you rest in peace. |
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"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." ~Martin Luther King. Jr.
"I expect to pass through life but once. If therefore, there be any kindness I can show, or any good thing I can do to any fellow being, let me do it now, and not defer or neglect it, as I shall not pass this way again." ~William Penn
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