Digorig 
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| 18 Oct 2006 4:22 PM |
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| Thank's for the help on this BAM... I would be happy to lead the Beaverton group, unless anyone with more experience would rather do so. |
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GRIZZ-ICVMC
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Sandy, OR
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| 18 Oct 2006 5:01 PM |
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I think that Gary is going to be the lead at Latus...if not, I can lead the group from there. Will have four of us from In Country Vets going to Salem.
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ipfrev
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Walk it, don't talk it. Keizer, Oregon
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| 18 Oct 2006 7:16 PM |
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Posted By Digorig on 18 Oct 2006 4:22 PM
Thank's for the help on this BAM... I would be happy to lead the Beaverton group, unless anyone with more experience would rather do so. Unless you're severely geographically challenged, like some we won't mention, step up and lead!
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Rev. Matthew Price
BLK RGT
AMA-Life, NRA-Life, MRF, A.B.A.T.E. Or. SC
US Army Korea '60-'61
Isaiah 6:8 ~ Gal 1:10 ~ Laus Deo
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ipfrev
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Walk it, don't talk it. Keizer, Oregon
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| 18 Oct 2006 7:24 PM |
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IMPORTANT NOTICE!
I have been contacted by SSgt. Hough regarding the transfer of LCpl. Derek Jones to the memorial service at the church.
I need five (5) riders with large flags to be at the funeral home, Howell-Edwards-Doerksen at 1350 Commercial St. SE at 0800 Saturday morning.
Immediately after arrival at the church we will go to the staging area and join the rest of the riders for the mission.
Please e-mail ASAP if you are able to provide this service for our young patriot. I will provide specific directions depending on where you will be coming from.
Ride safe,
with God before you.
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Rev. Matthew Price
BLK RGT
AMA-Life, NRA-Life, MRF, A.B.A.T.E. Or. SC
US Army Korea '60-'61
Isaiah 6:8 ~ Gal 1:10 ~ Laus Deo
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areallyniceguy
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| 18 Oct 2006 8:34 PM |
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| Rest in peace my brother you will be missed but never forgotten ,may God comfort your family and friends at this most difficult time.......R.J. |
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R.J.Bailey Joplin Missouri,Proud Parent of an American Soldier(Land of the free by the blood of the brave) PGR Member#13326 ( Liberty, when it begins to take root, it's a plant of rapid growth, George Washington 1" U. S. Preident) |
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Big Mac
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Oregon
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| 19 Oct 2006 12:43 AM |
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I will be at the funeral home at 0800. I have a large flag I mount to my bike.
count me in
Big Mac
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Former USAF Security Police "Pride" "Honor" "Integrity" OOOOHH RAHHHH! |
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ipfrev
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Walk it, don't talk it. Keizer, Oregon
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| 19 Oct 2006 8:24 AM |
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My sincere appreciation to those who answered.
The roster is filled.
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Rev. Matthew Price
BLK RGT
AMA-Life, NRA-Life, MRF, A.B.A.T.E. Or. SC
US Army Korea '60-'61
Isaiah 6:8 ~ Gal 1:10 ~ Laus Deo
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Nkinler
Posts: 508
Portland. OR
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| 19 Oct 2006 4:07 PM |
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| See you at Latus at 7:30. |
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Nick Kinler (Cabbie)
US Army 67-69
Northern Oregon
District Co-Captain
Riding in memory of CPL William N. Kinler
MN National Guard
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USSFlint
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Roseburg,Oregon
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| 19 Oct 2006 9:21 PM |
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We are proud to be standing by in Roseburg to honor this brave young man and try to give some support to his family and friends. We will be gathering at the Chevron station next to Bank of American in the Garden Valley Mall off Garden Valley near the I-5 exit/entrance in Roseburg at 5:00 a.m. with kickstands up at 5:30 a.m. We hope to meet up with the Coburg contingent and then on to connect with others at Santiam.
Moons and Liberty
USN 1973-1976
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bortond
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Westfir/Oakridge, Oregon (formerly Newport/Toledo)
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| 19 Oct 2006 11:12 PM |
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| I will be attending this mission, either by cage or bike, as stated earlier. I was wondering (hoping) someone from this area would be leaving "in the dark" as well as me as I don't want to ride down the hill alone in the dark...(or at all if icy).......if anyone knows someone travelling down Hwy 58 and passing by Oakridge by 6:00 am for this please let me know. Otherwise I will be caging it that day.......and then will have an empty seat if anyone needs a ride. Thank you all! |
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tomkatz4
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Florence AL
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| 20 Oct 2006 7:22 AM |
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Our most sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of American Hero 1st Lance Cpl. Derek Jones.
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"A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both." - Dwight D. Eisenhower
Tommy Poss aka Tomkat
PGR BoD / ALR AL Post 11 Charter Member / USN |
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scootertramp
Posts: 133
Corvallis Or.
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| 20 Oct 2006 7:49 PM |
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| Bubz What time will you be by Santiam rest stop?
Never mind I just read Big Rhinos post I'll see ya there. |
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For as long as I live: You Will be Remembered , and My Children Will Know Your Name.
John
ET1(ss) USN
Submarine Force 75-92
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dnelson457
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| 20 Oct 2006 8:07 PM |
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| bortond Best I can do 58 and Rattlesnake at 6:15 |
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Digorig
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| 20 Oct 2006 8:14 PM |
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I've not heard from anyone for Paradise HD. I will still be there at 0730 and KSU at 0745. I will also ride thru the Wilsonville RS as well.
Ride safe! |
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Bubz
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Eugene, OR
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| 20 Oct 2006 9:17 PM |
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Coburg KSU at 0730.
Santiam rest stop time will be about 0810, leaving about 0820.
See you in the morning...
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I will never forget, and nor will anyone within the sound of my voice! |
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ipfrev
Posts: 240
Walk it, don't talk it. Keizer, Oregon
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| 21 Oct 2006 4:10 PM |
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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
Five cycles, seven riders and four motor officers accompanied by five police cruisers escorted Lance Corporal Derek W. Jones to the memorial services at Salem Evangelical Church. We then joined most of the rest of the riders at the staging point for pledge, prayer and briefing. We were all of two blocks from the church, so no one got lost on the way.
With the later arrivals, we had eighty-nine (89) motorcycles and their riders, along with three cages in attendance for the service. The color guard departed early to the cemetary and created an impressive avenue of flags, with two riders posted at the turn-off from the highway.
Following the presentation of flags and plaques the committal service was concluded. Madison, Derek's daughter, was presented with a stuffed bear for comfort during the times ahead.
The entire family, three generations deep, was profuse in their statements of appreciation, and Derek's dad, Jeff, has committed to buying a motorcycle so he can ride with us in the future.
The mission was flawless and an example of what ordinary citizens can do to honor a veteran's sacrifice. I could not be more proud of the Patriot Guard Riders. Well Done!
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Rev. Matthew Price
BLK RGT
AMA-Life, NRA-Life, MRF, A.B.A.T.E. Or. SC
US Army Korea '60-'61
Isaiah 6:8 ~ Gal 1:10 ~ Laus Deo
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jrjensen
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Troutdale, OR
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| 21 Oct 2006 6:02 PM |
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During the memorial service itself, the USMC representative spoke not so much about the ultimate sacrifice made by this and other soldiers, but about how the outpouring of respect for these heroes have impacted others serving their country. While I couldn't hear all he said (he didn't use the mic), he did specifically talk about the escort from the airport and the numbers of people lined along the streets so late at night to welcome him home.
While he didn't mention the PGR by name (at least I didn't hear him do so), he spoke about how much it met to them to know people like "those who come from around the state and beyond" to honor these men and women. Matt, he just about quoted what you said below: "what ordinary citizens do to honor a soldier's sacrifice" and what it met to them.
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US Army Security Agency, 1966-67
Riding in memory of Lt. Col. James W Jensen (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) and 1st Lt. B Virginia Jensen, US Army Nurses Corps, WWII
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bortond
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Westfir/Oakridge, Oregon (formerly Newport/Toledo)
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| 21 Oct 2006 6:21 PM |
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It was such an honor to be there for Cpl. Jones today, my prayers will go onward for the family now. AND, it again was such an honor to be there with you all, Patriot Guard Riders!! Thank you service men and women PGR members for being there for us, our Country, and for giving us the honor of riding with you to give back what we can as well! Big HUGS...........
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Zopa
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Eugene, Oregon
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| 21 Oct 2006 6:33 PM |
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Mission Complete
Thanks to all that were present for final honors today for Lane Corporal Derek Jones.
There were many that stepped forward to render one last salute, one more whispered "Thank you", one more prayer.
Matthew Price did a fine job as Ride Captain, and will no doubt be called upon again for this type of duty. Others that deserve mention for their supporting roles in this mission: B.J. Jones, Kevin Wiles, Roper, Jon Moritz, Jim Jensen and many more.
You all are the reason that the families appreciate what the PGR does. You dedication, strength of purpose, and resolve to remember the fallen are traits that will serve you in the future. "Never Forget".
Zopa out
**One last thing:
At the rest area north of Eugene, several of us took a break. As we were standing around, a woman & her little girl asked if they could have their photo taken with us. Of course, we said yes, but the best part was when the little girl recited almost word-for-word, our mission statement. What a great cap to a long day....
Hey All, CW here.
I just wanted to add my two cents to Zopa's last comments. Yes, it was a treat to have a girl so young know of us, but for me, the best part was that, after she recited our mission statement to us, Zopa gave her his cap making her an official Ride Captain. Another one to add to our ranks!
Thanks from me, to all who were there today. God bless...
CW
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DrWho
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| 21 Oct 2006 7:27 PM |
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THANK YOU!
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Nkinler
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Portland. OR
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| 21 Oct 2006 7:48 PM |
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| It was an honor to be there to salute Lance Corporal Jones one final time. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, daughter and the rest of his family. It is an honor and privilege to be associated with the men and women of PGR. Your selfless devotion to our men and women in uniform makes me proud to be an American. |
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Nick Kinler (Cabbie)
US Army 67-69
Northern Oregon
District Co-Captain
Riding in memory of CPL William N. Kinler
MN National Guard
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Bubz
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Eugene, OR
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| 21 Oct 2006 8:25 PM |
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Again, PGR made me proud today. I can't imagine not being a part of this organization. I appreciate all who were there today, and was proud to stand with you!
Life will continue for us. Time will pass, and we will move on. We will, however, never again forget.
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I will never forget, and nor will anyone within the sound of my voice! |
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cowboy0405
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Carlton Oregon
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| 21 Oct 2006 9:50 PM |
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It was a true Honor to be there today and pay respect to Lance Cpl Derek W Jones my thoughts and prayers are with his wife ,daughter and family. It is also a true honor to be with such a wonderful group of Americans that will put everthing else on he way side to come and pay respect to a fallen servicemember, I Salute each and every one of you and I am proud to say that I ride with the PGR.... Thank You All.
Cowboy0405
Sgt US Army (NG)
Iraqi Vetern 04-05
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Big Mac
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Oregon
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| 22 Oct 2006 12:02 AM |
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It was an honor to be there to support the family of Lance Cpl. Jones. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your sacrifice. You will be in my prayers.
It was also an honor again to ride with some great men and women. You people are the best. Thanks for letting me take part in the escort from the funeral home to the church. It was nice for a change to be rolling behind the LEO's with their lights on instead of stopped in front of them!!! 
It is a moving experience to be in the middle of the rumble of all the bikes as we pay tribute to a fallen comrade. I am always humbled to know that there are still good people out there willing to dedicate time for someone that they don't even know. You people are great!
Standing by,
Big Mac
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hdx2
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Central District Captain Springfield, Oregon
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| 22 Oct 2006 9:00 PM |
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LCPL Derek Jones, you stand tall as a hero amongst heroes. It was my honor to pay homeage and honor to you, and hopefully help to provide peace and comfort to your family. It is this day that you were laid to rest with the honors that you so deserve. It is also this day that my son has signed up with the Corps. I will be proud of him no matter what he does, because like you, he is a good man. It is my hope that he will stand tall just as you have, showing compassion and concern for others. You have set an example for so many others to follow. May God Bless you and keep you, and hold his loving arms around your family, friends, and the community in which you lived.
Semper Fi my brother,
One day we will ride together,
My pegs are down for you.....
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Rick_Klein@patriotguard.org
Proud father of Cpl R.J. Klein, USMC
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