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| 29 Aug 2006 2:52 PM |
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| Standing by in Rock Valley, IA |
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harly69g
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Owensboro, KY
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| 29 Aug 2006 4:33 PM |
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| Update 8-29 1137 hrs Pfc. William Thorne is expected to arrive FRIDAY, Sept 1st (airport unknown) and the funeral will be in Orange City, Ia at the First Reformed Church (420 Central Ave NW) on Saturday at 10 am. Burial will be in the cemetary at Hospers, about 11 miles away. Visitation is Friday night at the church as well with the family present from 5pm to 8 pm. We are planning to escort William from the airport to the funeral home if possible. Will post details on escort as I get them. Final Staging Area Will be at the North Western College (south end of town on Hwy 10) parking lot at 0845hrs Saturday morning and going to the church at 0900hrs. The church is just a few blocks away. Those coming from the south, staging will be in Le Mars at Calvary United Methodist Church (901 3rd Ave SE) 0800 hrs, clutches out at 0815 hrs. Directions to staging area are; from Hy Vee by Hwy 75 go east on 12th street to the 2nd stop sign, continue east for 3 blocks, turn north go 3 blocks, we will have local law enforcement escort us to Orange City. Sorry this is short notice but we all know how this works. please call me at 712.540.1313 if you have any questions Mark Miller PGR NW IA Ride Capt. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
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lady_fyrkiller
Posts: 149
Everly, Iowa
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| 29 Aug 2006 4:52 PM |
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| Has anyone set up a staging area for those of us coming from the North? May I suggest somewhere in Sheldon? My thoughts were to group up anyone coming in from the North in Sheldon somewhere, then riding down 60 thru Hospers to Sheldon. Any input on a place and time to meet up in Sheldon? |
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Tara "Tee" Patrick
IA-Ride Captain & HOTH Assistant
Firefighter II & EMT-I
Proud mom of Christopher, US Army~ Home from his 4th tour in "the sand box"
Proud mom of CeeJay, US Navy Medical Corps ~In the Sandbox for the 1st Time
Proud mom of Drew, (15) future military
“Freedom is not more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the blood stream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and grandchildren what it was once like in the United States where men were free.” Ronald Reagan
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dadeters
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| 29 Aug 2006 5:28 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of William. No words can fill the void left by his loss, but remember that heros are never forgotten. They are forever in our hearts and minds.
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Natalie
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Iowa
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| 29 Aug 2006 5:58 PM |
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| Prayers for the family of Pfc. William Thorne .............Stormin and I will make this mission,we will be staying in Orange City Friday night. |
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charlesd
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Plattsmouth, NE
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| 29 Aug 2006 7:51 PM |
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Are there any mom and pop motels in Orange City or Hospers? Can't find anything but chains... thanks!!
ciao for now
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Dave "DC" Charles
USAF 1981-2002
"Doesn't matter where/when you served, when you fall, we'll stand."
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tommye
Posts: 125
Alton, Iowa.
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| 29 Aug 2006 8:03 PM |
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| Attached is a map of Orange City. Marked out is the staging area, NW College parking, and the 1st Reformed Church. My computer editing is not very good so I used pen. Staging will be at 0845 hrs with clutches out at 0900. I will be in the lot at 0800 hrs for any one that is early. I will be on a Blue H-D Street Glide with a big Flag. Look for me. Easiest way to Orange City is to take the exit off Hwy 60 in Alton and go west 3 miles. Those coming from the South will want to do the same way. Black top is under construction. Gas station next door and Hardees across the street for pit stops and munchies. Any troubles my bro-in-law has a roll-back so call me at 712-540-3782. until Saturday, pegs down for those that can't be with us and see you all there. |
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USMC Vet '80-'89, Proud ANG Dad
PGR member #7023
NW Ia PGR Ride Captain
NW Ia ALR Road Captain
Independant Riders for Children
Floyd Post 200 Commander
In memory of Sgt Dan Sesker, Pfc Willy Thorne, L/Cpl Dan Leusink, Cpl Chad Groepper, and George Spain.
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth your effort. |
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ahunter
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| 29 Aug 2006 8:11 PM |
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God's blessings to you Pfc. Thorne, and your family and friends as well. We thank you for your service to our country and your fellow man, for keeping us safe and free. May you all feel His love at this time of sorrow.
Dave & Alena Hunter
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Copper Dragon
Posts: 19
Midwest Iowa
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| 29 Aug 2006 8:18 PM |
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| My boyfriend and I will see you in Le Mars at 8am. Ready to Role. |
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Stormin
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Central nebraska
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| 29 Aug 2006 8:48 PM |
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| Myself and my girlfriend will hit Orange city friday afternoon/ evening...... Staying at the super 8... Mark spoke to you on the phone and emailed yea......... anything you need give me a yell.... |
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Because it is the right thing to do.. |
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coyoteiowa
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| 29 Aug 2006 9:16 PM |
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| standing by in Des Moines. Do we have a staging time here in des moines for riders going on this mission? If not email me and maybe we can work something out to get a group together to go up. Tamijo was thinking 4am'sh |
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mullirahe
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| 29 Aug 2006 10:16 PM |
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May the Lord carry family and friends through. Prayers are being said. A very humble thank you to the families of this brave young couple.
A proud Navy mom |
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tbone
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spencer, iowa
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| 29 Aug 2006 10:25 PM |
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Anyone coming from the north or east wanting to meet in Spencer, let me know. Hiway 18 west from Spencer to Sheldon, then south to Alton. Maybe we can hook up with others in Sheldon? Either post or email.
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Proud PGR member, ALR member
& American Legion Post 241
Riding In Memory of Scott Larsen - my 1st son 12-23-87
Riding In Memory of John Lamee - Sturgis 2005
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albert5001
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Stewart, MN
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| 29 Aug 2006 11:31 PM |
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I will be there to honor this young man and his family.
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Bob-o
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Sioux Center, Iowa
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| 30 Aug 2006 5:34 AM |
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I will meet you guys at Oolman funeral home in O.C. at 5:45. The route is undetermined at this time, but we will have LEO escort from the airport back to O.C. I have been in touch with the Sioux County Sherrif and he is
aware of the plans so far and I will get in touch with the Lyon County and Sioux Falls LEO's today. The route will be determined today after I finish taking to Chad at the funeral home, but it sounds like we will take interstate 29 to the Canton exit and use Hwy 18 as the major route to Hwy 75 and then Hwy 10 to O.C.. (more details to come). Any one coming for the funeral fromth North or West, I will be leaving the Hy-Vee parking lot in Sioux Center on the South end of HWY 75 by 0830 Saturday if you want to stage there. They have a very good breakfast menu.
Later,
Bob-o
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Bob-o
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Sioux Center, Iowa
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| 30 Aug 2006 5:43 AM |
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To anyone staging in Sheldon:
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Bob-o
Posts: 65
Sioux Center, Iowa
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| 30 Aug 2006 5:46 AM |
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To anyone staging in Sheldon, may I suggest the parking lot across from the feed mill on Hwy 60. It is South of the 4 way stop and is on the S.E. corner of the only stop light on Hwy 60 in Sheldon.
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lady_fyrkiller
Posts: 149
Everly, Iowa
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| 30 Aug 2006 5:57 AM |
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Bob O ~
The Feed mill parking lot in Sheldon sounds good to me, what time are you thinking of staging there? |
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Tara "Tee" Patrick
IA-Ride Captain & HOTH Assistant
Firefighter II & EMT-I
Proud mom of Christopher, US Army~ Home from his 4th tour in "the sand box"
Proud mom of CeeJay, US Navy Medical Corps ~In the Sandbox for the 1st Time
Proud mom of Drew, (15) future military
“Freedom is not more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the blood stream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and grandchildren what it was once like in the United States where men were free.” Ronald Reagan
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Stackin
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| 30 Aug 2006 6:05 AM |
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As far as motels go, the only one I could think of in OC is the Dutch Colony Inn. 706 8 ST SE Ph:712-737-3490. Another option would be Sioux Center, it's only 12 miles away. We've got a couple of Mom & Pops.
Colonial Motel Country Home Motel
1367 S Main 3741 US 75 N
PH; 712-722-2614 Ph:712-722-2309
As well as the Econolodge
86 9th ST Circle NE
PH:712-722-4000
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duc900rider
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Papillion, NE
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| 30 Aug 2006 7:11 AM |
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| Planning to ride in from Papillion, NE - Proud to stand watch for those who have fallen. God Bless America and comfort this family in their time of loss. |
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USN 76-80 RVAW-120 NAS Norfolk, VA, USS Forrestal, AT2
We, and all others who believe in freedom as deeply as we do, would rather die on our feet than live on our knees.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
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Bob-o
Posts: 65
Sioux Center, Iowa
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| 30 Aug 2006 7:33 AM |
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To anyone staging in Sheldon:
I would suggest clutches out by 0815 the latest, it is appx. 20 miles from Sheldon to O.C. Hwy 60 S. to Hwy 10 W.
Bob-o
Ride Capt.
ALR
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alsroadkingclassic
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| 30 Aug 2006 8:43 AM |
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My condolences to the Family and Friends of Pfc. William E. Thorne. He is a true American hero. My wife and I will be there to show our respect.
Are there any motels or mom and pop places in Sheldon, IA?
Al and Carol DeKruif
Standing by in Madison Lake, MN |
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doublem
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Marathon, IA
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| 30 Aug 2006 9:13 AM |
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If anyone needs to stay overnight, there are plenty of people here willing to put you up, please call me at 712.540.1313 and I will help you find a place.
ride safe!!!
Mark Miller
PGR
NW IA Ride Capt. |
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tamijo
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Cody, WY
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| 30 Aug 2006 9:17 AM |
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Orange City lodging:
http://www.orangecityiowa.com/VisitorsFrame.html |
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Chipin
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| 30 Aug 2006 9:32 AM |
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Lodging also available in Le Mars, IA. 15 miles from Orange City. Super 8 -712-546-8800, Amber Inn -800-338-0298 and the Amerihost Inn & Suites -712-548-4910.
Safe travels to all coming for this mission. |
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