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cagerbob 
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Parma, Ohio
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| 10 Nov 2006 6:43 PM |
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Updated 12 Nov 06 at 1719 ET
UPDATE
Services for Lee Johnston, age 53, Vietnam Veteran, will be on Tuesday.
Monday night
1730-2200 - wake at Charlet Funeral Home, 4230 High St., in Zachary 225-654-4480.
Tuesday morning
0800-1000 - visitation at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4727 McHugh Dr., Zachary
1000 -- Funeral service at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Zachary
Burial at Port Hudson National Cemetery, 20978 Port Hickey Rd., Zachary, immediately following funeral service.
It would be nice if we can set up in time for the visitation Tuesday morning with the flags outside the church. I know the out-of-towners will be pushing it to get there early. Those that can, please do so. I will be at the church at 0800.
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This mission was relayed by John Colter in Baton Rouge.
THIS IS AN APPROVED MISSION REQUEST FROM THE FAMILY.
Mike/Eagle
This is an APPROVED MISSION – date and times still pending.
On Wednesday night, Nov. 8, a US Army combat veteran of the Vietnam War, 9th Infantry Div., 75th Regiment, 4th Battalion, LEE JOHNSTON, was involved in a fatal motorcycle crash at around 2145 hrs. Details on the crash are not available aside from it appeared to be a single-vehicle crash and alcohol was not a factor. Additional details on military service are pending and should be available by tomorrow (11/11) or Sunday at the latest.
Lee was an Honorary Member of the Baton Rouge Chapter of the Blue Knights, LA VII. After separating from the military after Vietnam, he worked as an OTR truck driver until becoming a Toyota service technician with Coleman Toyota for many years, working his way up to service manager. Most recently, Lee worked as the service manager at Calmes Motor Sports in Denham Springs.
His wife, Betty, has invited the PGR and the Blue Knights to attend the services. The services are still being arranged but the target date is Monday. The funeral home is Charlet Funeral Home, 4230 High St. in Zachary, services will be at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Zachary. More likely to end up going Tuesday or even Wednesday as the family is trying to have him interred in the Port Hudson National Cemetery – and they are closed due to the holiday weekend.
Lee Johnston obituary
Mike & Randy:
If the service goes on Tuesday, I will be available for ride captain. Monday is out due to court and work obligations. Wednesday is iffy but workable. I will forward whatever additional information I get to both of you as soon as possible. |
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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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8034
Bonita Springs, FL
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| 10 Nov 2006 6:54 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran.
May you rest in peace. |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline in Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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bosky
Posts: 603
st. joseph, MO
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| 10 Nov 2006 7:21 PM |
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| my deepest condolences to the family of Lee Johnston. May the Good Lord grant you peace at this difficult time. |
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GYPSY BANDIT
Posts: 28
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| 10 Nov 2006 9:34 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Lee Johnson May you rest in peace. standing by in Baton Rouge.
Matt Bland vietnam 1969 / 1970 |
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horsepen
Posts: 353
E. Texas
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| 10 Nov 2006 9:55 PM |
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Standing by.
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Senior R/C Texas
Riding with respect and honor.
Standing for those who stood for us.
No borders.
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SonnyDude
Posts: 134
Tunica , Louisiana
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| 11 Nov 2006 10:20 AM |
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My Condolences to the Family and Friends ........
Standing by in Tunica , Louisiana |
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Proud Member - BGBB {Brotherhood of the Grey Beard Bikers}
Proud Member - The Patriot Guard Riders
Proud Member - Bikers For Christ
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cagerbob
Posts: 3959
Parma, Ohio
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| 11 Nov 2006 10:53 AM |
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| Rest in peace, Lee Johnston, and thank you for your service. |
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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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duckslayer
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| 11 Nov 2006 4:23 PM |
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I just join and I am able to attend in baton rouge but don't if the SOP. Do we just wear a tie, care flags, etc..
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SOMDHOG
Posts: 235
Southern Maryland US Army 1965-71
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| 12 Nov 2006 6:51 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the Johnston family and the friends of Lee. Thank you for your service. Rest in Peace my Brother. |
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wvhusker
Posts: 4542
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
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| 12 Nov 2006 7:17 AM |
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Mr. Johnston,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
WV Husker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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rmcpeek
Posts: 236
Pittsburgh, PA.
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| 12 Nov 2006 8:08 AM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Lee Johnston. Thank you for your service. God Bless.
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coltergeist
Posts: 159
Baton Rouge LA
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| 12 Nov 2006 12:24 PM |
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UPDATE....UPDATE.....UPDATE
Services for Lee Johnston, age 53, Vietnam Veteran, will be on Tuesday.
Monday night 1730-2200 - wake at Charlet Funeral Home, 4230 High St., in Zachary 225-654-4480.
0800-1000 - visitation at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4727 McHugh Dr., Zachary
1000 -- Funeral service at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Zachary
Burial at Port Hudson National Cemetery, 20978 Port Hickey Rd., Zachary, immediately following funeral service.
It would be nice if we can set up in time for the visitation Tuesday morning with the flags outside the church. I know the out-of-towners will be pushing it to get there early. Those that can, please do so. I will be at the church at 0800. |
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"Heroes Live Forever" -- NLEOMF
South Louisiana Ride Captain
Semper Fi !!
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Daryl
Posts: 726
Phoenix, AZ
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| 12 Nov 2006 1:53 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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tarcsr
Posts: 79
Lafayette, Louisiana
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| 13 Nov 2006 2:46 AM |
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| I am very sorry that I cannot attend because of work. If anyone from Lafayette or coming through here can pick up the flags, please let me know. |
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Cindy
"None who have always been free can understand the terrible fascinating power of the hope of freedom to those who are not free." -- Pearl S. Buck
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B Page
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| 13 Nov 2006 11:44 AM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Lee.
Edited by Zippy
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mholiver
Posts: 553
Metairie, Louisiana
suburb of
Ole Nawlins'
New Orleans
Ride Captain
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| 13 Nov 2006 1:35 PM |
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I live in Metairie and would like to attend this mission and link up with the New Orleans area contingent for a group ride to Zachary.
My home is near Power Blvd between the I-10 Clearview and Williams exit. (there is a Power exit westbound, but no entrance; there is a Power entrance eastbound, but no exit).
What do the folks suggest for a meeting point and time to meet for Metairie residences ???
Whoops, let me add my phone #'s and email
email: mholiver@qwickconnect.net
best to call me at:
cell 504-494-7309
home 504-734-5531
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"Mike" Oliver
USN P-3 Airdale 1980-86
Riding in memory of my Dad and Hero, Herb Oliver
Army Medic, Pacific Theater, WWII
'83 Honda Goldwing Interstate "Samantha"
'99 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 "Sophia"
I'm so reminded of James Michener's quote
from his book, and later from the movie,
"The Bridges at Toko-Ri":
"Where do we find these men?"
Louisiana Red, White, & Blue Book Coordinator
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StoneChief
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| 13 Nov 2006 2:08 PM |
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Counting you, my friend, there is now a "contingent" of two! I assume that most of the younger whippersnappers have to work for a living.
I will send you an email giving the place for our morning meet.
Gonna be eaaarrrrly!
SC
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DiskEater
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Marrero, Louisiana
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| 13 Nov 2006 2:34 PM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of Lee Johnston, a hero of our country. Let's make it a contingent of three from the New Orleans area. I'm on the West Bank in Marrero and have cleared it with my boss to take the day off to pay my respect. |
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mholiver
Posts: 553
Metairie, Louisiana
suburb of
Ole Nawlins'
New Orleans
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| 13 Nov 2006 2:40 PM |
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Yes, there are some advantages to being retired. I do enjoy a Senior coffee at McDonalds.
I'll gas up on the way to the meeting place. Planning to get to bed early.
Rand McNally reports from my home in Metairie (I get on I-10 at the Veterans entrance going westbound) to the church in Zachary is 88 miles and 1 hour 40 minutes.
I'll bring along detailed directions just in case, but I'm an admittedly bad navigator.
Be riding a brown classic '83 Goldwing faired/saddlebag/trunk Interstate with big round headlight, 2 small white foglights up front, led side lights front and back, 2 extra rear redlights on lightbar.
White helmet with microphone. |
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"Mike" Oliver
USN P-3 Airdale 1980-86
Riding in memory of my Dad and Hero, Herb Oliver
Army Medic, Pacific Theater, WWII
'83 Honda Goldwing Interstate "Samantha"
'99 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 "Sophia"
I'm so reminded of James Michener's quote
from his book, and later from the movie,
"The Bridges at Toko-Ri":
"Where do we find these men?"
Louisiana Red, White, & Blue Book Coordinator
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StoneChief
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| 13 Nov 2006 2:57 PM |
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Posted By DiskEater on 13 Nov 2006 2:34 PM
My condolences to the family and friends of Lee Johnston, a hero of our country. Let's make it a contingent of three from the New Orleans area. I'm on the West Bank in Marrero and have cleared it with my boss to take the day off to pay my respect.
You da man! OK. I'm on the westbank also. I will email you the meeting time and place. Make sure you respond to this email so I can put your email address in my book!
SC
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StoneChief
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| 13 Nov 2006 5:38 PM |
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Ok, here it is...
K/U at the Discount Zone (or whatever it's called). It's the convenience store/gas station right off of the Veterans exit for I-10 heading west.
Kickstands up at 6:30 sharp. Be there early if you need to fill up or grab a donut or whatever.
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mholiver
Posts: 553
Metairie, Louisiana
suburb of
Ole Nawlins'
New Orleans
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| 13 Nov 2006 6:32 PM |
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If you'd rather name brand gas like I do, there's a Shell station a few blocks on Vets after turning LEFT and going under the overpass. It's on the left at Downs Blvd.
Also, if breakfast at McDonalds (I believe it opens at 5:30am) attracts you, there's one just past the Discount Zone on the other side of Vets. There's another Discount Zone just across the street (Green Acres St.) from the McDonalds just to help confuse us.
BTW, because of coolish weather, I'll be wearing my Silver full face/flip up helmet, not my white open face.
If ya happen to have a CB, I'll be on Channel 1.
Weather report for Metairie and Zachary is the same: Low 65 High 72 |
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"Mike" Oliver
USN P-3 Airdale 1980-86
Riding in memory of my Dad and Hero, Herb Oliver
Army Medic, Pacific Theater, WWII
'83 Honda Goldwing Interstate "Samantha"
'99 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 "Sophia"
I'm so reminded of James Michener's quote
from his book, and later from the movie,
"The Bridges at Toko-Ri":
"Where do we find these men?"
Louisiana Red, White, & Blue Book Coordinator
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harly69g
Posts: 7106
KY State Captain
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| 13 Nov 2006 8:31 PM |
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| Update Final Itinerary posted |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
harly69g@gmail.com
Official KY site.
pgrky.org
pgrky.com
President Board of Directors
Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
"Kentucky Rides With Respect"
The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual.
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coltergeist
Posts: 159
Baton Rouge LA
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| 13 Nov 2006 8:35 PM |
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| Stonechief - if ya'll get to Baton Rouge for 0700 - I'll stage at the TJRibs parking lot. It's on S. Acadian right off I-10. Coming from NO - I-10 merges with I-12 - 2nd exit after the merge is Acadian Thwy. - exit to the right and turn left at the Shell Station to get into the TJ Ribs lot. I'll wait for y'all till 0700 - then I have to move right along. If you're running late - keep heading west then take I-110 north towards the airport - don't cross the Mississippi on I-10 west. For any coming from Lafayette - exit I-110 north coming down across the I-10 bridge and stay in the left lane(s). Once on I-110 north, follow it through North Baton Rouge, past the 190 exit, past the exit for BR Metropolitan airport, take the Baker exit - Hwy 19 north - go through Baker - next town is Zachary. You'll notice the speed zone changes - you'll see a big Ford dealership (Superior Ford) on your left as you approach a stop light - take a left there - it's Main St. - turns into High St. - look for the intersection of Lee St. (there's a traffic light) - take a left on Lee going south - church is about a block and a half on the left - St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Ride Safe. |
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South Louisiana Ride Captain
Semper Fi !!
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StoneChief
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| 13 Nov 2006 8:46 PM |
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Mercy, Coltergeist! I think we'll meet you at the church for 8. Prefer to head out at sun-up. Won't make BR until about 7:30.
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