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Subject: MISSION COMPLETE -- Staff Sgt. Mike Fuga, 47, of Independence, MO, 28 SEP 2006

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Kai User is Offline
Posts: 504
Manhattan, KS




21 Sep 2006 9:24 AM Alert 
Waiting for staging area and times and dates for the Services and burial. Ready to roll in Manhattan, KS. Kai



Retired Army 71-92,
Vietnam Era Combat Medic

Gorilla35 User is Offline
Posts: 246
Louisburg, Ks.




21 Sep 2006 9:30 AM Alert 
God bless Mike and his family. We lost another American Hero but he will never be forgotten. I will not be able to attend because of work, man I hate that word, but I will be there in all of you that can make it. Ride safe.
Poppawolf User is Offline
Posts: 64
Oak Grove, MO




21 Sep 2006 1:01 PM Alert 
I will be honored to ride for Ssgt. Fuga. Standing by for further instructions.
DB
BZ_Matsky User is Offline
Posts: 232
Des Moines, IA




21 Sep 2006 3:53 PM Alert 
I'm again saddened to hear of the loss of a great American and hero.  Standing by in Des Moines for further staging details.

Steve "BZ" Matchinsky
Central Iowa RC
Iowa PGR BoD

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"The probability that we may fall in the struggle ought not to deter us from the support of a cause we believe to be just; it shall not deter me."
Abraham Lincoln - December 26, 1839
phedup User is Offline
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21 Sep 2006 6:02 PM Alert 
ALERT!!

Our services have now been requested for an escort tomorrow when Sgt Fuga's remains fly into KCI.  The escort will be from KCI to Mt Washington in Independence. 

Riders need to be at Security HQ at 1130 hours tomorrow morning.

I am presently trying to find a Ride Leader to establish a staging area and lead the riders in.

Please plan on attending if at all possible.

Thanks for what you do.
Poppawolf User is Offline
Posts: 64
Oak Grove, MO




21 Sep 2006 6:20 PM Alert 
Eric, I should be able to make the escort. I will see the crew at the airport if a staging point is not posted.

DB
phedup User is Offline
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21 Sep 2006 7:41 PM Alert 
Ok, cool. Most excellent. Hang a sharp left when you come up to the terminals, you'll end up right down by the tower. Same place as we were for the Zeigler mission.
pamandt User is Offline
Posts: 38
Leavenworth, KS




21 Sep 2006 8:02 PM Alert 
I will be there tomorrow morning. Any plans to meet maybe at the McDonalds in Platte City?

We are each of us angels with only one wing, and we can only fly by embracing one another.

Luciano de Crescenzo
LRRains User is Offline
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22 Sep 2006 7:33 AM Alert 
Could someone notify me of the compleat schedual and times in referance to proceedings in respects of Staff Sgt Mike Fuga? I will be unable to attend anything on Wensday but will help any way I can on Thursday and or Friday. Standing by in Salina, "Tail Gunner"
LRRains User is Offline
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22 Sep 2006 7:43 AM Alert 
I did some checking and if the information I have so far, Visitation on Sept 27, 2006, Wensday, at 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, if someone could let me know the staging area and times I may be able to attend after all. Please let me know as soon as possiable. "Tail Gunner"
usmc8294 User is Offline
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Belton, Mo




22 Sep 2006 11:57 AM Alert 
I apologize for missing the escort but was on the escort for MSGT deghand last night and did not see the request until now. I plan to be in attendance Wednesday evening and Thursday ready to honor SFC Fuga

Semper Fi
Poppawolf User is Offline
Posts: 64
Oak Grove, MO




22 Sep 2006 12:56 PM Alert 
Fellow riders, Ssgt. Fuga is home.  Both Pam and I were able to make the escort ride today.  I wish I could say that it went off without any problems on my part, but I am a good soldier (airman) and followed directions a little too well.  The Independence Motorcycle Police force was there to lead the escort and they did an outstanding job as was to be expected.  There were 2 news stations there today so it may be possible to see the events.  I believe it was both Channel 41 and the Action News Station (NBC)  Pam did a great job getting us back into the midst of the action and I thank her for that.  I look forward to seeing you all during the visitation and service the next day.  My understanding from the Funeral Director, is they expect over 1000 people at the visitation.

Again, Welcome Home Ssgt. Fuga.

Darren
phedup User is Offline
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22 Sep 2006 4:28 PM Alert 
Posted By LRRains on 22 Sep 2006 7:43 AM
I did some checking and if the information I have so far, Visitation on Sept 27, 2006, Wensday, at 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, if someone could let me know the staging area and times I may be able to attend after all. Please let me know as soon as possiable. "Tail Gunner"

The information you need is generally found in the first post, on the first page of the given thread.
FireMedicXL User is Offline
Posts: 90
Kansas




22 Sep 2006 6:09 PM Alert 
This is a Confirmed Mission.

Visitation: Wednesday Sep 27th 5:00pm to 9:00 pm
William Chrisman High School 1223 N Noland Rd Independence Mo

Take Noland Rd North from I-70

Services: St. Marys Catholic Church 10:00 am
611 N. Liberty Independence Mo

Noland to Truman to Liberty

Thanks
Phedup


Am I missing the date for the services? I'm assuming it's the next day, right?



Kansas Patriot Guard


QCB-CTFS
dsimons User is Offline
Posts: 15
Lee's Summit, Missouri




22 Sep 2006 8:16 PM Alert 
Where is the Security HQ for the Escort from KCI?
phedup User is Offline
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22 Sep 2006 10:29 PM Alert 
Yes, the services are the next day. Thurs, Sep 28th @ 1000 hours.
usmc8294 User is Offline
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Belton, Mo




22 Sep 2006 11:02 PM Alert 
I am planning on being at the service on Thursday, are we meeting at the church at 10:00 or we we be meeting earlier for a mission briefing prior to going to the church?

Semper Fi
jingles247 User is Offline
Posts: 16
nebraska




22 Sep 2006 11:34 PM Alert 
So, the funeral is on Thursday and d10:00 a.m.,
datoolman1950 User is Offline
Posts: 9
Kansas City, Ks.




23 Sep 2006 3:18 AM Alert 
Has anyone decided on a staging area or will that information be available at the visitation on Wed.

Once again a brother has fallen, and once again i am reminded of a time long ago when many of our lives were out there among the walking wounded, or KIA.  
 May the blessings of many Honor and befall these few in need.......
phedup User is Offline
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23 Sep 2006 6:08 AM Alert 
I'll have staging info up Sun eve. or Mon.
wheelej User is Offline
Posts: 99
Lenexa, KS




23 Sep 2006 9:28 AM Alert 
As I mourn the loss of yet another of our Patriots, I curse my work schedule which keeps me from the whole mission.

I will be there on Wednesday for the visitation and in spirit for the rest of this mission.

God's Speed Ssgt Fuga.

Lizard
Assistant State Captain - Lenexa, Kansas
Secretary -- ALR Post #370 - Overland Park, KS
mazman User is Offline
Posts: 65
Independence, Missouri




23 Sep 2006 12:50 PM Alert 
There is a Westlake hardware store across the street from William Chrisman HS that has a large open parking lot. That might be a good place to stage. If there is a large number of riders it would be quite simple to get across the street to the school without interrupting the flow of traffic.

Mazman
MetalMarker User is Offline
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24 Sep 2006 2:12 PM Alert 
I haven't talked to Mike, of Hub Cycle, but if you are still looking for a staging area, that would be a fairly large lot, one block west of Noland Road, on 24 highway, and could possibly provide restrooms. I will make the furnal mission, and possibly the visitation. Thanks, Wheel Officer for the "Heads Up".
robpoe3 User is Offline
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25 Sep 2006 9:02 AM Alert 
I'd bet that Hub would be willing to help out. They're good people - the lot is a bit hilly, and having been on other missions, it might be a little smallish??

phedup User is Offline
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25 Sep 2006 9:14 AM Alert 
*** Itinerary Update ***

This is a Confirmed Mission.   The Fuga family has requested the PGR.

Visitation:

Wednesday Sep 27th 5:00pm to 9:00 pm
William Chrisman High School
1223 N Noland Rd Independence Mo

Take Noland Rd North from I-70

Services:

10:00 am Thursday Sep 28th
St. Marys Catholic Church
611 N. Liberty Independence Mo

Noland to Truman to Liberty

Staging:

0730 am Thursday Sep 28th - pre ride briefing: 0815
American Legion Hall Post 21 
16701 E. US Highway 40
Independence MO

Map of Directions to ALH

I'm presently working on an escort from the Hall to St. Mary's.

It's starting to turn cool in the mornings, and warm in the afternoons.  This time of year, any type of weather is possible.  Please plan your daybags accordingly (riders).  Please bring necessary items (covered extensively) if you can, to provide assistance on the road, or away from the Flag Line (4-wheelers). 

Everyone is welcome, regardless of mode of travel, dress, or  group affiliation.  All we ask is that you honor our Mission Statement, the American Hero, and the community.  Smoking, eating, etc. is discouraged in the Flag Line.  Small talk is permissable in the Flag Line, as long as proper respect and military bearing are maintained. Please find an SC or an RC to request a relief person in order to attend to personal activities.

Various RC's, Ride Leaders, etc are encouraged to coordinate riding groups in your immediate area to facilitate trouble-free arrivals at the staging area.

Any first-time Mission Riders with any questions or concerns are encouraged to contact an SC or an RC for resolution.

Again, thank you members, for what you do.


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