Schmidtrock 
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| 15 Feb 2006 2:12 PM |
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URGENT UPDATE...PLEASE GO TO POST BELOW FROM TWISTER
Posted By ManeFlight on 02/22/2006 4:02 AM
Confirmed Mission for Cpl. Andrew J. Kemple
Thursday Feb. 23rd.
Zion Lutheran Church
1601 4th Ave. S.
Anoka, MN 55303
Service starts @ 11am
Meet at the church @10:30am
Burial will be @ 13:00 @ Fort Snelling
State Captain will be there.
Please watch this thread for updates.
ManeFlight
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February 15, 2006 |
DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Cpl. Andrew J. Kemple, 23, of Cambridge, Minn., died in Tikrit, Iraq on Feb. 12, when his HMMWV came under small arms fire during combat operations. Kemple was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, Ky.
For further information related to this release, contact Army Public Affairs at (703) 692-2000. |
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swfk
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| 15 Feb 2006 5:22 PM |
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| brothers and sisters carry my heartfelt condolences to the family from pgr georgia |
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ManeFlight
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St. Cloud, M'sota
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| 15 Feb 2006 8:53 PM |
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Thanks for the heads up Schmidtrock.
I'll be making contact and will get this information posted ASAP.
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Hello there my ole friend,
Not so long ago it was near the end.
Late outside in the pourin' rain,
On our way up the road we started over again.
Livin' our dreams with me on top.
My mind is achin', Lord it won't stop.
That's how it happens livin' life by the drop.
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Reddawg51
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Elk River, MN
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| 16 Feb 2006 4:25 PM |
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| You will not be forgotten... CPO Mike Hangaard, Elk River |
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ManeFlight
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St. Cloud, M'sota
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| 16 Feb 2006 9:08 PM |
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Release Number 06- 079 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR INFORMATION CONTACT Cathy Gramling 270-798-9966 cathy.gramling@us.army.mil
3rd BRIGADE SOLDIER DIES
(Kemple)
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky., February 15, 2006— A 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Soldier was killed by small arms fire in Tikrit, Iraq, Sunday while conducting combat operations.
Cpl. Andrew J. Kemple, 23, of Cambridge, Minn., was an infantryman assigned to A Company, 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team. He Joined the Army in August 2003 and arrived at Fort Campbell in May 2004.
Kemple is survived by his mother, Deirdre Ostlund, of Forrest Lake, Minn.; father, John Kemple, of Motley, Minn.; and sister, Andrea Kemple, of Saint Louis Park, Minn.
His awards and decorations include: Weapons Qualification, M4, expert; Army Service Ribbon; Army Good Conduct Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal; and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
A memorial service for the fallen Soldier will be held in Iraq. Fort Campbell holds a monthly Eagle Remembrance Ceremony the second Wednesday of each month.
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NOTE TO MEDIA: We do not have family statements or photos at this time.
This is the release I recieved from the Army.
I have the CAO contact and will take care of this tomorrow.
Sorry I can't do things a little faster.
Hope to have the complete picture here for this fallen hero on Thursday evening.
Peace be with you Andrew and may the good Lord hold all those that love you gently in His hands.
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Hello there my ole friend,
Not so long ago it was near the end.
Late outside in the pourin' rain,
On our way up the road we started over again.
Livin' our dreams with me on top.
My mind is achin', Lord it won't stop.
That's how it happens livin' life by the drop.
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ManeFlight
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St. Cloud, M'sota
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| 18 Feb 2006 3:54 AM |
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I have made the contact and am awaiting word from the family on this mission.
ManeFlight |
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Hello there my ole friend,
Not so long ago it was near the end.
Late outside in the pourin' rain,
On our way up the road we started over again.
Livin' our dreams with me on top.
My mind is achin', Lord it won't stop.
That's how it happens livin' life by the drop.
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joe
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Hutchinson,MN
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| 18 Feb 2006 2:38 PM |
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| Peace and honor are yours forever my friend, rest well soldier. |
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ManeFlight
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St. Cloud, M'sota
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| 20 Feb 2006 5:55 PM |
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Guestbook for Cpl. Andrew J. Kemple:
http://www.legacy.com/nytimes/GuestBook.asp?Page=GuestBook&PersonID=16746388
His military awards include the Army Service Ribbon, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
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Hello there my ole friend,
Not so long ago it was near the end.
Late outside in the pourin' rain,
On our way up the road we started over again.
Livin' our dreams with me on top.
My mind is achin', Lord it won't stop.
That's how it happens livin' life by the drop.
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Twister
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Broken Arrow, OK
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| 22 Feb 2006 6:28 PM |
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URGENT UPDATE
Folks we need every member within 200 miles to take this mission under their wing and start calling everyone you can find to make this mission!!! Call your neighboring states, call your friends that ride with other groups and see if you can recruit riders. The family deserves a showing of honor and support! Their will be heavy media coverage of Cpl Kemple's service. Please reply to this post as soon as you can and let ManeFlight know that you'll be there to support the family.
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ammoharley
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Bellvue, NE
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| 22 Feb 2006 8:36 PM |
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| I'm orginally from MN and only live 25 miles north of where Cpl Kemple is from. I'm stationed at Offutt AFB, NE right now and unfortunatly I can not make it for this mission. If someone could pass mine and my families condolences to his I would really appreicate it. |
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ManeFlight
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St. Cloud, M'sota
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| 22 Feb 2006 9:39 PM |
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It's time to step up Minnesota.
You don't have to have a motorcycle to honor a hero.
Just a heart.
I will look forward to meeting you and joining you in a sincere display of our respect for our fallen hero Andrew J. Kemple.
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Hello there my ole friend,
Not so long ago it was near the end.
Late outside in the pourin' rain,
On our way up the road we started over again.
Livin' our dreams with me on top.
My mind is achin', Lord it won't stop.
That's how it happens livin' life by the drop.
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VenturaCowboy
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Houston, TX
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VenturaCowboy
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Houston, TX
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| 23 Feb 2006 6:58 PM |
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Kemple family -- our prayers are with you and we share in your grief.
Rest In Peace Cpl. Kemple.
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Kurt "VenturaCowboy" Mayer
Public Relations, National Director (Retired)
Patriot Guard Riders
KD5FZV
"It ain't whatcha do but the way whatcha do it!"
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mongoose1175
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| 23 Feb 2006 11:35 PM |
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I wanted to thank the Patriot Guard for coming to Andy's funeral yesterday. It meant a lot to us. Although I couldn't make it to the funeral, you guys did, and Andy's momma didn't have to face them idiots alone.
I am also from Cambridge, MN, and I worked with Andy a few years back. I knew him before his character changed. September 11th had a lot to do with that, I think. His momma said that Andy really grew up after 2001 and enlisted because he believed in the mission of the war. He died doing what he thought- no, what he knew was right.
Anyway, thanks for the support the Patriot Guard is giving our fallen guys and gals. I plan to attend every funeral I can, though college makes that somewhat difficult. Your mission has inspired a lot of folks to start making a difference, and I think that counts for something. So, thanks. Ya have my support 110%. |
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joe
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| 24 Feb 2006 7:58 AM |
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| I am so sorry I couldn't be there to honor this fallen hero and support the family. Work obligations got in the way this time, but I will make myself available for future missions. Thanks to all who could make it. It sounds like you made a difference. joe |
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splashngo
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| 24 Feb 2006 9:35 AM |
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Great Job on helping Andrews family!
I just joined am here to help with the next one! These men and women deserve to go to rest in peace and not be bothered by that so called church in Kansas. Lets let these family members of our fallen to be proud and not have to put up with those types of people. Best to show up in numbers to show our thanks for what they have given for freedom! GOD BLESS THE KEMPLES AND OUR TROOPS! |
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ketterling
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| 24 Feb 2006 2:02 PM |
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| I am very proud i am able to be part of a great group of Americans the Patriot Guard Riders. I know we made a difference yesterday not only for the family but for our nation by being there. I feel it is getting great publicity on talk radio, news print and tv. We need to make sure if we get a chance to call or e-mail radio stations, tv, etc we take advantage of it. I was on KTLK as a caller this morning and i sent an e-mail asking for Americans to get out and support our heros who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country. They only read part of my e-mail but i believe i was able to get the point out. Make sure you tell everyone about what these crazy people are doing. I am amazed how few know about what has been going on. God Bless our Troops!!! |
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Steve_95
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| 24 Feb 2006 3:09 PM |
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I was proud to be able to attend Andrews funeral yesterday and honor this fallen hero and his family.
I am also proud to be a member of the Patriot Guard Riders!!
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boomboom
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Little Canada, mn
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| 24 Feb 2006 4:55 PM |
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I had to work but was very proud of the guards that made it to the mission. Job well done!
Boom Boom, Little Canada, Mn |
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hdiver
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| 24 Feb 2006 11:19 PM |
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| I just joined myself. Until this ride I didn't know the group was active in Minnesota. I have the license, but do not have a bike at present. I will be to the next one available (Praying there won't be a need for me, but, I'm a realist, we're at war.) I will show in my ministerial white collar, leather vest and jacket. And I will proudly join the group in doing what we can to shield the family and friends of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country. There is no logical reason why the grieving family and friends of these soldiers should have to be accosted by this hate group. |
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Steve Miller
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| 25 Feb 2006 1:01 PM |
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I'm there too, this is something that matters - I will always remember Cpl Kemple, that's why I got involved.
((((((((Andrew)))))))))))) |
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ArielMN
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| 27 Feb 2006 7:29 PM |
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Rest Well, Cpl Andrew Kemple.
My husband and I was honored to be there to witness the Patriot Guard's response to the Kansas 'Church's sad display. Now we are Patriot Guard Members.
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harly69g
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| 11 Feb 2007 6:10 PM |
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KentuckyWoman
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| 28 Feb 2006 10:56 PM |
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Oh bless her heart. What a painful moment for Cpl. Kemple's mother. Just reading this brings a lump to my throat.
I'm so glad you all were there so she could also see and feel the compassion and honor that Americans extend to her, the family, and her heroic son.
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ManeFlight
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| 27 Feb 2006 8:05 PM |
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Anoka, MN Feb. 23rd, 2006
I had been contacted earlier the day before the service that there would be heavy media coverage of this mission.
Andrew was 23. So young and yet so full of a sense of duty, that he was moved after the attacks of Sept.11th that he enlisted to do what he new was right and needed to be done. Andrew was a decorated member of the 101st Airborn.
I was really heart warmed at the response on such short notice and that we had the members there that we did. They are a fine group. We were joined by other patriots that were like minded and stood with us in a show of respect and honor.
The UGs showed and you all know the rest of the story. Typical modus opperandi.
Nuff said about these goofs.
I had a brief conversation with the Mayor of Anoka. He was concerned that there may be trouble between the two groups. Which would expain the police barricades and tape. I assured him that we are here to honor a hero and there will be no trouble. I also spoke with a local television station and CNN and explained why we do what we do and how we do it.
Kim and Lisa, two wonderful ladies joined us and helped with flags for everyone. They do a great deal for the troops.
We sang songs from the unofficial official PGR song book to help offset the rantings.
Andrew's mother came across the street and confronted the UGs. This lady has real backbone and when I saw it on CNN, I had tears in my eyes.
I didn't know what was happening because I had my back to them.
I'm glad that the media was there. They captured what happened and has brought Minnesota to it's feet in a unified clammer to put a stop to these hateful displays.
I would ask you all that you wrap a prayer around Andrew's mother. She is one special lady.
The UGs left, to a chorus of "Hit the road Jack".
After the service VFW members and active service crossed the street to shake our hands and give us a hug.
It's pretty hard at this point to keep the mist choked back.
The LEOs were very appreciative of the way we handled ourselves too.
God Bless you Andrew J. Kemple, Minnesota Hero.
ManeFlight
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Hello there my ole friend,
Not so long ago it was near the end.
Late outside in the pourin' rain,
On our way up the road we started over again.
Livin' our dreams with me on top.
My mind is achin', Lord it won't stop.
That's how it happens livin' life by the drop.
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In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
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