Digorig 
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| 25 Oct 2006 12:48 PM |
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I am planning on this mission... Not sure if I will bike or cage yet - depends on weather. Coming from Beaverton, and would like to invite any westside folks to meet at Paradise HD.
The STAGE at Flying J is 0930 so we should MEET at Paradise HD by 0830 with KSU at 0850
(mapquest says its 27 miles and 38 minutes)
I am happy to RC this leg, unles someone else would like to do so. |
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hdx2
Posts: 346
Central District Captain Springfield, Oregon
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| 25 Oct 2006 12:52 PM |
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Pat, if it's ok I'll give you numbers before we leave the rest area north of Albany....
Rick
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USN 1970 - '74
Rick_Klein@patriotguard.org
Proud father of Cpl R.J. Klein, USMC
(Current Status = 2nd Recon Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC - Swift - Silent - Deadly - Scout-Sniper School, Camp Pendleton, CA. |
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MikeV
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| 25 Oct 2006 2:53 PM |
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| All,
I show a Flying J truck stop at 400 NW Frontage Rd. in Troutdale OR which is 8 miles east of the I-205/I-84 intersection. Is that the one we are talking about? A previous email stated that is was prior to getting on I-84 so I would like a little clarification. |
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sabroski
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| 25 Oct 2006 3:34 PM |
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I will make this mission with pride.
Dale Sabroski
U.S.A.F 1964 1968 |
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 25 Oct 2006 5:56 PM |
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| You get off I-84 westbound at exit 17, drive along Frontage Road until you get to the Flying J, do you thing there and then get back on I-84.... Forgot not everybody lives here in Troutdale - sorry about that |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
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
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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bikerbabe97
Posts: 150
Battleground, Washington
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| 27 Oct 2006 12:36 AM |
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...amazingly, it looks like I will have November 5th off, and will be able to make this mission!! Unless anything changes, I will see you all in troutdale!!
To SSG Robert Paul, thank you so much for your service to this great Nation. To SSG Pauls's family and friends, thank you for the opportunity to Honor this Hero. I pray that your suffering will be short, and that you will be able to remember with fondness, the good times you shared with SSG Paul. He waits for you in a better place, for he now stands with the Hero's that have gone before him.
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Mother of a Sailor
Life is too short not to enjoy it.... |
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CW
Posts: 30
Eugene OR
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| 27 Oct 2006 7:05 AM |
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My Deepest Sympathies to those who Loved SSG Robert Paul, and to those whom he Loved. I am forever grateful for his, and your sacrifice. He will not be forgotten.
Godspeed, Soldier.... |
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"They paid the ultimate price and we can never forget their sacrifice."
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Lady Godiva
Posts: 195
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| 29 Oct 2006 9:24 PM |
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I will be attending. Is anyone meeting up at Latus? and what time? I would like to ride along. If not I will see you in Troutdale.
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Lady Godiva
Celeste McCartney
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GARYCOLUMBIA
Posts: 840
Vancouver, WA
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| 30 Oct 2006 7:42 AM |
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**********TENATIVE ITINERARY*******
WE WILL BE STAGING AT THE T/A IN TROUTDALE AT 0930 Hrs FOR THE RIDE TO THE DALLES, OR. WE WILL HAVE A SHORT RIDE MEETING AND LEAVE VERY SOON AFTER STAGING..... THIS WAY WE CAN STOP IN HOOD RIVER FOR FUEL FOR THE SMALL TANKS AND FOR EVERYONE SHOULD THE WIND BE BLOWING. THERE ALSO IS A STARBUCKS AND MCDONALDS VERY CLOSE. AFTER A SHORT STOP WE WILL CONTINUE EAST TO THE MEMORIAL, WHERE WE WILL CONDUCT THE FLAG LINES FOR PEOPLE ARRIVING AT THE MEMORIAL.
GARY EVERETT
VANCOUVER, WA
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This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.
--Elmer Davis
Gary Everett
USAF A1C
1964-1968
www.iraqwarheroes.org |
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 30 Oct 2006 7:59 AM |
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| If I can get a guesstimation about how many riders there'll be, I will talk with the folks at T/A and ask them to block off a portion of their lot and a set of pumps for us as they did before. |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
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
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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caledwards
Posts: 22
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| 30 Oct 2006 7:36 PM |
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I'll be coming from Kettle Falls, WA. Is there a staging area in the The Dalles, and what time? The weather is supposed to be nasty up here, so I'll bring my bike in a trailer, but I'll be there.
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NorthwestDiego
Posts: 387
Federal Way, WA
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| 30 Oct 2006 9:43 PM |
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SSG Paul, thank you for your service & sacrifice!! May your family & friends find peace & comfort during this time of grief.
I will be honored to pay my respects this Sunday. I'll becoming from Federal Way. |
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King County Washington Ride Captain
In memory of:
Lt. Col. Anthony L. Sherman
304th Civil Affairs
Pottstown, PA |
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Digorig
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| 02 Nov 2006 4:24 PM |
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With great regret I need to stand down from this mission... I had planned to go, but just got into a MSF class this weekend!! These have been full for weeks, into next year, and I had to take advantage of this opening!
It will help me attent many othes through fall and winter as well...
My Apologies to all...Ride safe, and I shall be there in spirit!! |
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 03 Nov 2006 12:02 AM |
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| Once we meet up at the T/A truck stop, I will have room for 2 or 3 riders in my cage, so if any one wants to buddy up (read save gas!), they're more than welcome to join me. |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
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
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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Roper
Posts: 89
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| 03 Nov 2006 8:26 AM |
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I will be staging at the Sherri's Restaurant in Redmond @ 0930 hrs, KSU 1000 hrs, we will pick up riders in Madras at Les Schwab parking lot @ 1030 hrs. I will be in a cage and have room for 2-3 riders. Depending on road conditions and arrival time I'll try to meet with the main group on I-84 before The Dalles so we can ride in together.
Ride Safe
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GARYCOLUMBIA
Posts: 840
Vancouver, WA
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| 03 Nov 2006 8:38 AM |
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TO EVERYONE OF YOU THAT WILL BE JOINING US AT TROUTDALE SUNDAY MORNING, PLEASE PAY ATTENTION WHEN YOU GET OFF I-84 IN TROUTDALE. WE ARE NOT SURE WHERE WE WILL RALLY UP AT BUT WE WILL BE IN PLAIN VIEW FROM THE FRONTAGE ROAD. IT COULD BE EITHER T/A OR CULPEPPERS WESTERN STORE. THEY BOTH HAVE BIG PARKING LOTS AND I BELEIVE THAT THEY ARE NEXT DOOR TO EACH OTHER. THERE IS GAS AND FOOD VERY CLOSE. SEE YOU ALL SUNDAY AM.
Gary Everett
USAF 1964-1968
Northern Oregon Ride Captain
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--Elmer Davis
Gary Everett
USAF A1C
1964-1968
www.iraqwarheroes.org |
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 03 Nov 2006 9:21 AM |
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I just took a quick run down to check things out - we'll be using the T/A lot which butts up to the east side of McDonalds. I should be there in my cage with flags a flyin' but may make a fast run to Cascade Locks to check road conditions if the weather's still as bad as its been (parts of I-84) are pretty rutted between Troutdale and Cascade Locks).
Gas - there's a Chevron station immediately after coming off the freeway (eastbound) and T/A sells Arco. Flying J is down the road, just before getting back on I-84 but you'll have to loop back around to get to T/A after fueling up. |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
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
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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Daryl
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Phoenix, AZ
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| 03 Nov 2006 1:01 PM |
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It is with a heavy heart that I pass on these condolences to you and your family. I know that these words won’t bring your loved one back, but be assured, they will not be forgotten. Our brothers & sisters-at-arms will continue the good fight until we bring all our people home. My prayers are with you during this time of loss.
Vaya con Dios!
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 03 Nov 2006 4:19 PM |
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Using Mapquest, about the best place for all to form up might be the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center; it looks like those of us coming from the west would take exit 82 and double back across the freeway - maybe a 1/2 mile or so; from there, were just under 3 miles to the school. Coming from the south (Hwy 197?), puts you I-84 west at exit 87 and you'd have to head west and take exit 82 as well. Est. time from the center to the HS is 7 min.
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DISCOVERY DR becomes TAYLOR-FRANTZ RD. |
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FRANTZ TAYLOR RD becomes DISCOVERY DR. |
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End At Columbia Gorge Discovery Ctr, 5000 Discovery Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058, 541-296-8600 |
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| Total Est. Time: 1 hour, 8 minutes Total Est. Distance: 67.42 miles |
 B. Columbia Gorge Discovery Ctr, 5000 Discovery Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058, 541-296-8600
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
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
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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robberhd
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Portland, OR
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| 03 Nov 2006 6:02 PM |
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It will be my Honor this troop, SSG Paul United States Army. May all of his loved ones and friends know they do not stand alone in this time of loss.
I dont really need anything to hand around my neck, I will most likley cage it as I hope to be up and running for the 11 , Ill have room for a couple if you dont mind riding in a Dodge PU. I can stick a 5 Gal can of gas in the back if needed.
Rob Luster
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Rob Luster
82 ABN 71-73
USAFR "Combat Arms/Security Forces" Retired 2005
Life member VFW
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eagle44
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Oak Park, Illinois
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| 03 Nov 2006 6:03 PM |
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To our Oregon brothers and sister though I can't be with you physically I will in spirit. I rode SSgt Robert Paul
funeral here in Illinois. It was my first mission with the PGR.
Have a safe ride and we send our condolences and sympathies to the family.
eagle 44
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ChuckRSTD05
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Aloha, Oregon
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| 03 Nov 2006 10:10 PM |
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I have posted the following in the Oregon Forums area as well as here. For those of us who will be attending Staff Sergeant Paul, The Dalles Mission ,and also want to obtain the Veterans of Oregon Honorable Service Medal. Email to me is as follows as well as comments from me:
Some of us in the forum has been trying to fit in getting the Veterans of Oregon Honorable Service Medal and also attend Staff Sergeant Robert Paul memorial in The Dalles. I emailed and called John Neuman who is the Committee Co-Chairman of the I-205 Convoy. His email to me is as follows:
Chuck,
I will be at the Fairgrounds 24hrs as of 10am Saturday until after the convoy is over Sunday. Yes I can issue medals but the congressional representatives will not be there until after 10am on Sunday. I can present them but I am just a vet and committee chair. To issue the medals, we need proof of honorable service IE: We need one of any of the following acceptable verifications:
1) Valid Military ID card for those currently still serving, a Valid Military ID card for retirees or 100% Disabled Veterans
2) A valid VA Hospital/Medical Care photo ID card
3) A copy of a DD214 showing honorable discharge
4) We will accept a signed affidavit from the veteran stating they have an honorable discharge and the medal is being issued with the knowledge that at any time the contrary is disclosed - the medal and # issued will be revoked.
My cell line is (503) 936-5997
John is willing to block off some time Saturday at 4:00 PM (1600 hours) to present the medal to those who will be traveling to The Dalles.
John would like to know about how many will be present. We will still need to bring our proof as Veteran status. He would like to have a count on how many want to pick up their medal but I don't really know how to let him know. H wants to limit the number of medals to those who will be involved in The Dalles Mission only.
Chuck Jeffcoat
If people would like you can email me personally so I can get an idea of how many will want to pick up their medal on Saturday 1600 hrs at the Clark County Fairgrounds.
Email maggi_chuck@hotmail.com
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USN Vietnam Veteran 1963-1967
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jrjensen
Posts: 855
Troutdale, OR
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| 03 Nov 2006 11:15 PM |
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| Hey, Chuck, thanks for taking care of this for us! I would like to pick up the medal tomorrow (Saturday) but wouldn't be able to make it over there until around 1800. He said he'd be there from 1000 on; if possible, I would like to stop by early or after 1800. Please let me know if that is okay. |
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Ride Captain - Send-Offs & Welcome Homes
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
We live as many, we stand as one. |
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robberhd
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Portland, OR
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| 04 Nov 2006 1:01 PM |
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Thanks as well I am attending a service for a letter carrier friend who passed away today, Saterday, I will try abd make it over to the Cov akter that.
Rob Luster
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Rob Luster
82 ABN 71-73
USAFR "Combat Arms/Security Forces" Retired 2005
Life member VFW
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Bubz
Posts: 244
Eugene, OR
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| 04 Nov 2006 11:52 PM |
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I am sorry to say that due to a back injury, I won't be making this ride. I know y'all take care of the family, so I will be there in spirit. My thoughts go to the family, and I pray for safe riding.
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I will never forget, and nor will anyone within the sound of my voice! |
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