Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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Updated - 15 Jan 07 1855 ET - PGRLabLuvr
Your Ride Captain for this mission is Jim "mailman" Toth.
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It is with sadness in my heart that I pass the word that Viet Nam era Army Veteran David Hammons passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home recently. There will be a Memorial Service for him and his ashes will be interred at Bay Pines National Cemetery Wednesday, 17 January 2006. His wife has asked the Patriot Guard Riders stand in his honor.
The cemetery is located at:
10000 Bay Pines Blvd.
Bay Pines, FL
Services will be at 2:15pm
17 January 2007
Directions:
Enter Bay Pines VA Hospital Main Entrance at Bay Pines Blvd and 100th Way North
Turn Left at dead end 100 feet in (Bill Young Blvd.)
Go to First Stop Sign / Turn Left (8th St.)
Bear right at first fork.
We will stage single file along the road in front of the Credit Union (right side)
(NOTE: The Gate at Hoover Blvd. was locked Saturday when we did our recon)
The service for David will be at 2:15pm
There is another service in the same location that is scheduled to end at 2:00pm
We will be staging a few hundred feet away from the ceremonial site.
Please ride in quietly.
1:30pm - Staging Begins
1:45pm - Mission Brief
2:00pm - Flag Line Set
2:15pm - Services Begin
Ride Captain information will be posted when it is available.
John MInch (slowpoke)
Florida Senior Ride Captain
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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sneakysnake
Posts: 4841
Panama City, Fl.
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| 14 Jan 2007 8:11 AM |
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Our deepest heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Veteran David Hammons.
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James Davis
Dixie Region Captain
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, TN
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
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misdirection
Posts: 825
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| 14 Jan 2007 8:11 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons. To David, we thank you for your service to our country. You will not be forgotten. |
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Michelle "misdirection" Lutrzykowski
*** If you don't stand behind our troops, please feel free to stand in front of them. |
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johnden
Posts: 638
Deltona, FL
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| 14 Jan 2007 9:06 AM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons. Thank you for your service to the country David. You are a hero....your bothers await you at heaven's gate. |
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The patriot's blood is the seed of Freedom's tree. ~Thomas Campbell
Proud Step-Dad of Josh, 3rd Infantry Div "Rock of the Marne"
John, SMSgt, USAF (Ret) |
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Slowhand
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 14 Jan 2007 9:27 AM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lifes, my prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to your hearts in these trying times. As a nation we owe you and your family a dept of gratitude that can never be fully repaid, know that you loved one paid the ultimate price but is now in heaven with the Father. I know that these are just words right now but please don't try to remember my name just remember the words that not just me but a country full of people like me wish to express to you and yours. Rest in Peace Soldior you mission is complete. |
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Koolness
Posts: 1019
Panama City Beach
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| 14 Jan 2007 11:46 AM |
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Our heartfelt condolances to the family of David Hammons from the panhandle of Florida. May the time come soon when the memories bring smiles instead of tears.
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You can easily measure a person's character by observing how they treat someone who can do nothing for them. |
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talk2e
Posts: 963
Deltona, FL
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| 14 Jan 2007 1:09 PM |
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| My family and I offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of this fine American Hero. Rest easy David. Mission complete, job well done. |
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MSgt USMC (Ret) 1981-2007
Honorable Kentucky Colonel
"Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the light." Dylan Thomas
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Scottydogg
Posts: 144
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| 14 Jan 2007 1:26 PM |
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| Our deepest and sincerest condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons, an American Hero. |
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yepper
Posts: 524
Palm Coast, FL
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| 14 Jan 2007 1:27 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons.
May God provide you with comfort during this difficult time. |
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Ride Safe,
Rick Hinton
yepper@patriotguard.org
Florida MIAP
AL 120 AMVET 113
Florida HOTH Newsletter
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8709
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 14 Jan 2007 4:35 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 Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - SGT Dominic Sutherland - WOCS Ft. Rucker
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
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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mailman
Posts: 14768
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 14 Jan 2007 4:50 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons. Rest in Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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chrisfla
Posts: 23
St. Pete, FL
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| 14 Jan 2007 5:08 PM |
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| My heart goes out to the family and friends of this brave man. If I cannot attend this mission, I will be there in spirit. |
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Chris W.
USAEUR 77-79
Bay Area HOG Chapter
To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.
- George Washington
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mle1948
Posts: 374
Central Jersey
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| 14 Jan 2007 7:24 PM |
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My condolances to the Family of David Hammons...many of us didnt get a good welcome home
from that war...perhaps I can help rectify that by being there for this Veteran...
...add one vacationing PGR to the head count... |
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--MikeE--
1966-69 USAF
86 kawa 454.....Bridgewater, NJ |
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BlackHorse MP
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| 14 Jan 2007 7:36 PM |
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Rest in peace my brother. Your mission is complete. Thank you for your service to this great nation. Fiddler’s Green welcomes a new hero to its soft grass, shade, and cool water.
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Twowheeler
Posts: 352
Florida PGR Mentor Largo, FL
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| 14 Jan 2007 8:25 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons. Thank you, David, for your service to our country in Viet Nam.
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jwilsr
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| 14 Jan 2007 8:34 PM |
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My sincere condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of David Hammons. Thank you David for your selfless commitment to our nation. Your watch has ended and while you leave us in body you live with us forever in spirit. God bless you. Rest in peace my brother.
Jack Williams
USAF '63 - '67
Pleiku, RVN '66 - '87
Florida Army National Guard '74 - '78
A Soldier's Prayer
(author unknown)
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
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STREAMER
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| 14 Jan 2007 9:05 PM |
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MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THIS FINE, BRAVE AMERICAN SOLDIER.
THOUGHT YOUR HEART IS FILLED WITH SADNESS.
NEVER FORGET THAT HIS WAS FILLED WITH YOUR UNCONDITIONAL LOVE.
THE BODY, HEART AND MIND MAY DIE.
BUT: MEMORIES NEVER DIE
HIS SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY SHOULD ALWAYS BE LOOKED BACK ON WITH PRIDE.
IT DOES NOT MATTER WHETHER HE SERVED IN COMBAT OR SUPPORT.
OR EVEN HOW LONG HIS SERVICE LASTED.
THE FACT THAT HE WORE THE UNIFORM OF OUR MILITARY IS ALL THAT COUNTS.
THANK YOU DAVID, FOR YOUR LOYAL AND HONORABLE SERVICE. |
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BelgianArmy
Posts: 858
Brussels, Belgium
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| 15 Jan 2007 1:15 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam Veteran David Hammons.
Thank you Mr Hammons!
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Chris from Belgium
Proud PGR Member #3787
International RWB book list coordinator
For the RWB forum, click here: Red, White, and Blue Book
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sig22
Posts: 3309
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain-Retired
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| 15 Jan 2007 5:41 AM |
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I send my condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons. May you find comfort in the days ahead.
Godspeed David.....Godspeed..... |
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Bobbie Bilotta
Sig22@patriotguard.org
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.
"We are most effective as a team when we compliment each other without embarrassment and disagree without fear."
- Unknown
RIDING IN HONOR AND LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR TN member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR GA Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
PGR FL Senior Ride Captain Jack "Jacklok" Loken - 20 Oct 2007
"Take care, ride safe"
Always in our thoughts....Forever in our hearts.... |
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Uffda
Posts: 11023
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 15 Jan 2007 7:37 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Viet Nam Veteran David Hammons. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, David.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom. |
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chiefgene
Posts: 93
Ocala Florida
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| 15 Jan 2007 2:57 PM |
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It is with great sadness that I offer my condolence to the family and friends of David Hammons. Thank you for your dedicated service.
Standing by in Ocala……………………..Chief Gene
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Two Turn'n, Two Burn'n, Balls to the wall, (Hope some of you have been there)
Time has passed ---and now there's grey hair---(BUT ONE THING FOR SURE A PGR MISSION WILL TAKE YOU BACK THERE)
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8709
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 15 Jan 2007 5:07 PM |
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| bump for RC info |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - SGT Dominic Sutherland - WOCS Ft. Rucker
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
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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TRICKY RIC
Posts: 108
PANAMA CITY, FL
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| 15 Jan 2007 7:01 PM |
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WITH REGRETS, I CAN ONLY BE THERE IN SPIRIT, BUT THE FAMILY & FRIENDS OF DAVID HAMMONS WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED - REST IN PEACE.
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"OF ALL THE THINGS I'VE LOST, I MISS MY MIND THE MOST" |
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milktoast
Posts: 2608
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 15 Jan 2007 7:36 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of David Hammons. With great sorrow, we say good-bye to another American hero. Thank-you for your brave service, David. Rest in peace. |
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Janet
Michigan Regional Ride Captain/Region 6
Florida Senior Ride Captain/Bushnell National Cemetery Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Wayne18
Posts: 653
Interlachen, Fl. Asst. State Captain
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| 15 Jan 2007 7:58 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Veteran David Hammons. God Bless.
Standing by in Interlachen. |
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Wayne Howell
USMC 57-64 66-68
ALR Post 293
Florida Retreads
North Central
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