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Illinois Cowboy User is Offline

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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE

04 Oct 2006 8:29 AM	Alert
Any one interested in coming from Galesburg, I will meet you no later than 7:30 at the Walmart parking lot out front. We will be going up 150, dropping down to rt. 6 and thru Colona, Greenrock and up to John Deere rd. See you then. Also there are gas stations real close to staging area, in case anyone want to fuel up.

USAF 71-75 S.A.C. TITAN TWO MISSILES combat crew member. "Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson -------- IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!! IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.

Preacherman User is Offline

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04 Oct 2006 1:02 PM	Alert
I'm afraid I will not be able to attend this Special Mission now. We have two Honor Missions in Iowa both of which will demand my attention. Ride safe,

howerter1

Posts: 747
Galesburg, ILL; National Administrator of Public Relations & Media

05 Oct 2006 4:14 PM	Alert
See you their at 0730 am in front of Wal-Mart. Will be a little early.

Max US Army Retired E8, VietNam 66-67 "We should not mourn that such men died, but we should thank God that such men lived" General George Patton

Harleydoc

Posts: 85
Philo, Illinois

05 Oct 2006 11:09 PM	Alert
Gary, Do you know how many will be leaving to go to Tyler's wedding? Steve

It takes a minute to find a special person, An hour to appreciate them, A day to love them, But an entire life to forget them. WE NEVER FORGET! "PRIDE IS WHY I RIDE"

Illinois Cowboy User is Offline

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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE

06 Oct 2006 3:59 AM	Alert
Don't really know, why think there will be to many there. I have been asked to help later to help in Iowa City, If we think will be to many I could so West instead. Just let me know.

USAF 71-75 S.A.C. TITAN TWO MISSILES combat crew member. "Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson -------- IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!! IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.

Harleydoc

Posts: 85
Philo, Illinois

06 Oct 2006 5:01 PM	Alert
Gary, Just trying to find out who will be leaving early to try and make it to the wedding. Also, people to ride with back towards Metamora. I will probably decide in the morning if I will make the 3 hr trip to Silvis, sure would love to. Steve

It takes a minute to find a special person, An hour to appreciate them, A day to love them, But an entire life to forget them. WE NEVER FORGET! "PRIDE IS WHY I RIDE"

Nailer101

Posts: 429
NW IL Senior Ride Captain/NE IA Ride Captain

06 Oct 2006 11:37 PM	Alert
I'll be there at 0900 for pre-ride gathering. Sorry, but I have to leave at 1100 to head to Iowa City to get Spc. Sourivong visitation Rally Point and pre-ride in order.

Nailer Cell Number: (563) 676-7145 Office Number: (563) 326-1792 SSgt USMC 69-75 1st Recon Bn, Sniper Platoon 0321/8541/8654 Member CP^-^ "Diplomatic Regulator" American Legion Post 26 ALR Post 27 STARVETS member Marine Moms Honorary Member Navy Families Honorary Member Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Foundation member IA/IL Master Hunter Education Instructor GOE Eastern Iowa Coordinator and Diplomatic Specialist All Era Veteran's Healing Fields Committee Chairman All Vets Memorial Association Member

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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"

08 Oct 2006 5:41 AM	Alert
Mission Complete - Great job PGR. Thanks Gary

MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator "To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address: "From these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain." Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS! Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

howerter1

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Galesburg, ILL; National Administrator of Public Relations & Media

08 Oct 2006 7:59 AM	Alert
As Gary Schrock called me on Sat, his Road Toad, I have a few comments about this mission of "Hero Street". It was so great to see so many riders come from far and near to honor this street in Silvis. A special welcome to John Sample and his son, new members, both on their bikes for this mission. It is people like you that make me proud to be a member of the PGR. Eric, from the Lt Governor office, it was nice to meet you once more. Gary, you did a outstanding job as Ride Captain and your speach was outstanding when you talked in front of all at the"Hero Street" rededication about what our mission is of the Patriot Guard Riders. Nailer (Iowa Ride Captain) and Mike Bowman (Road Captain Illinois) it was a pleasure to meet you both once again. To all of the Patriot Guard Riders on this mission, thank you, it was my honor to be part of this group. Terry Hicks, support vehicle, thank you for flags and water.

Max US Army Retired E8, VietNam 66-67 "We should not mourn that such men died, but we should thank God that such men lived" General George Patton

Illinois Cowboy User is Offline

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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE

09 Oct 2006 7:17 AM	Alert
This went off without a hitch, ya right. But no one knew, thanks to Eric, Mike,Terry, Max for your help. Also the Illinois Law Enforcement council. And all you wonderful riders that made the trip. It was a moving tribute, Eric Schuller was great, People he is a big fan of who and what we are. We turned a lot of heads that day, also Mike thanks for taking over when I had to leave for Iowa City. Thanks again, People for you do. HONOR and RESPECT.

USAF 71-75 S.A.C. TITAN TWO MISSILES combat crew member. "Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson -------- IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!! IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.

rhodgson

Posts: 164
CP ^-^ Illinois

09 Oct 2006 7:33 AM	Alert
Even though things didn't go exactly as planned, from our point of view, to an outsider it looked seamless. Timing was right on the money. We got the flag line set up and the color guard marched in soon after. To me it felt a little strange to get applause and waves from the croud as we rode in and again as we left. I wasn't expecting that. Very nice speach Gary.

Ron Duty, Honor, Country I will stand with you, until the day you stand for me. Member CP ^-^ Callsign Shooter American Legion Member Disabled Vet US Army 1971-1974 Defense Communications Agency South East Asia

beetlejuice66 User is Offline

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09 Oct 2006 4:42 PM	Alert
Just wanted to pass on a request from one of the people attending the rededication, a gentleman from the crowd came up to me after the ceremony and shook my hand thanking us for the service we do. Then he asked me to pass that on to all of the PGR. Always with respect, Beetlejuice

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Forreston, Illinois Assistant State Captain

09 Oct 2006 8:34 PM	Alert
To all who participated in the Hero Street Re-Dedication ceremony your presence was appreciated by many. There were so many people who came by and made sure to stop and tell many of us "thank you for what you do" after the ceremony. It was humbling to say the least. Here we were in the presence of so many heroes' and they wanted to thank us? If you haven't read about Hero Street in Silvis you should go to www.herostreetusa.org and you will get a lesson in community patriotism. Gary, good words for and about the Patriot Guard. Well said and well spoken. Eric Schuller, thank you for your kind words. Your recognition is appreciated. You and Lt. Gov Quinn continue to be our biggest supporters in state government. I do want people to know that it is not about us, it's about doing the right thing for all soldiers regardless of duty or branch. To all who stood the flag line I say thank you and job well done. Without all of us working together we could not make the impression on people like we do. We gained membership just by being there on Saturday and making a huge impression on already patriotic crowd. Gary, Max, Eric, another good mission accomplished. Mike Bowman NW Illinois Road Captain

The nation that forgets it's defenders, will itself be forgotten. - Pres. Calvin Coolidge Riding in memory of my son - Spc Timothy Bowman - Mar 82 - Nov 05 Riding with my brother always at my side - SRC Greg Bowman - Jul 54 - Sep 07 Rest in peace, we have the watch for both of you now.

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Oconomowoc, WI

14 Oct 2006 12:24 PM	Alert
Good job IL PGR!

"NEVER DOUBT THAT A SMALL GROUP OF THOUGHTFUL COMMITTED CITIZENS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD. INDEED, IT IS THE ONLY THING THAT EVER HAS." M.Mead The Wizard - First inspired to ride 1949 Oconomowoc,WI USA

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Parma, Ohio
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02 Nov 2006 4:34 AM	Alert
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Bob Ellis USN 80-86 In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett "Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert

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