PGRLabLuvr 
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Naples, FL
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| 29 Jan 2007 4:55 PM |
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MSgt Bruce Sanders, Merlin OR has passed away and his wife Katherine has requested the PGR to participate.
MSgt Sanders was a Vietnam Veteran and then retired from the Oregon National Guard.
He is being cremated at:
Funeral Alternatives
106 N..W. Evelyn St.
Grants Pass, 97526
541-476-3710
Escort will be 9:15 – 9:30 to:
Chapel of the Valley Funeral Home
2065 Upper River Road
Grants Pass, OR 97526
541-479-7581
Funeral Services will be 10 am on February 3rd, 2007
Escort is then requested from Chapel of the Valley Funeral Home to:
Hawthorne Memorial Gardens
2500 Upper River Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97526
541-476-5203
I am awaiting contact from the Funeral Home at this time for further clarification…..
Fred "Ducpho" Salanti
Missing in America Project Team
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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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Uffda
Posts: 11023
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 29 Jan 2007 5:08 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam Veteran MSgt (R) Bruce Sanders of Merlin. 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, Bruce.
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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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4800
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 29 Jan 2007 5:36 PM |
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Our Blessing to MSgt R Bruce Sanders, family and friends. Your mission is complete and service is very much appreciated. May the lord take you into his arms. For all, our prayers are with you. God Bless!
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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jmpuck44
Posts: 0
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| 29 Jan 2007 10:34 PM |
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| Farewell my brother, Thank you for the service to our country. To the family of Bruce Sanders please accept my condolences. |
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BelgianArmy
Posts: 858
Brussels, Belgium
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| 30 Jan 2007 12:29 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam Veteran MSgt (R) Bruce Sanders.
Thank you sir!
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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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Reaps
Posts: 1333
Idleyld Park,Oregon BoD VP-Director of Captains
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| 30 Jan 2007 2:13 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of MSgt. Bruce Sanders.
You served our Country and for that, you shall not be forgotten.
May you forever Rest in Peace.
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~Your right to desecrate our nations flag is protected by law....may that knowledge give you great comfort while you are healing~
~Abraham Lincoln: "Congressmen who willfully take actions during wartime that damage morale and undermine the military are saboteurs and should be arrested, exiled or hanged."~
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Snowhite
Posts: 1419
Elsberry, Mo.
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| 30 Jan 2007 3:57 AM |
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| My Heart and Prayers will be with the Family and Friends of MSgt (R) Bruce Sanders. Rest in Peace my Vietnam Brother. A true American Hero Thank You for your service and sacrifice for our country. |
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Terry Martin
We Will Always Remember
Vietnam Vet 67-68
85th Evac Hospital
PGR Riders
CVMA MO. Chapter 4-2
American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO.
American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director
VFW Post 9064- Commander
MO. VFW 9th District POW/MIA Chairman
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vander177
Posts: 3275
Vandergrift, PA
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| 30 Jan 2007 5:51 AM |
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| My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of MSG (ret) Bruce Saanders. I thank you for your loyal service and great leadership to our troops. You may be gone, but, you will not be forgotten. |
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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USSFlint
Posts: 109
Roseburg,Oregon
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| 30 Jan 2007 6:40 AM |
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Our condolences to the Family and Friends of MSgt Bruce Sanders. We thank you for your service to our Country and will honor your memory. With respect and gratitude,
Terry (Sparky) and Linda (Liberty) Mooney
Southern Oregon District Co-Captains
Roseburg, Oregon |
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jigdog
Posts: 271
Vancouver,Wa.
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| 30 Jan 2007 6:55 AM |
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| msgt Sanders thank you for your service to this country in a very diffcult time you are a hero. Katherine thank you for loving this brave man and serving along side him may you be comforted by Gods spirit in this time. He is gone but not forgotten. |
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STANDING IN HONOR of AMM1-RG CRAWFORD USN 41-47
USS ENTERPRISE CV-6 HE IS MY HERO.
LARRY CRAWFORD USN WWII
SSGT SETH MOBERLY USMC E.O.D. IRAQ ret.
BTCPO Chuck Pool USN RET 1936-2008
SNIPE USN 70-74 ,
YTB'S ,YTM'S, LCU's,
Septars, BTTB's, Roosevelt Roads, PR.
NRA Life Member
Hunter-ed Inst
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TMR
Posts: 2692
Willow Springs IL
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| 30 Jan 2007 7:38 AM |
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"There is no greater love", say the Lord, "than to lay down your life for a friend".
Thank you and God Bless you, MSgt. Sanders, for being willing to do just that.
TMR
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ricehogg
Posts: 255
Portland Oregon
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| 30 Jan 2007 8:01 AM |
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| My Heart goes out to you in this soldiers time of passing. I thank you for your service to this country. You are the reason America is still great. |
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Rev. Ricehogg
Riding in honor of My dad "Pancho" USS Boxer cv21 1941-1945
[retired...1961]
1905 - 1981
I prefer to bear no title but that of "servant".
All that is necessary for evil to conquer, is for Good men to do Nothing....Edmund Burke
*Iraq War Hero's
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"Mixster"
Posts: 622
Williamsport, PA 17701
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| 30 Jan 2007 8:28 AM |
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Rest in peace, MSgt (R) Bruce Sanders. Thank you for your service. My sincere condolences to your family and friends.
"To a friends house, the road is never long."
Mixster: Standing by in Williamsport |
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Mickey Finn >Mixster<
PA Reg. 3, Sr. RC |
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SPIRIT RIDER
Posts: 278
MILWAUKIE, OREGON
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| 30 Jan 2007 9:51 AM |
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THIS LIFE IS DONE BRUCE, NOW ITS TIME FOR YOUR NEXT ASSIGNMEN.
WE TAKE LIFE IN STRIDE, ONE DAY AT A TIME, TODO THE BEST WE CAN,
WE HOPE WE HAVE SUCCEDED IN ALL WE SET OUT TO DO,
MANY TIMES WE ARE DELT ASSIGNMENTS WE WOULD RATHER NOT ATTEND,
BUT WE PERFORM TO OUR BEST.
MSgt BRUCE SANDERS
IT IS TIME TO STAND DOWN FROM THIS ASSIGNMENT
AND PREPAIRE FOR YOUR NEXT ONE
WE HONOR YOU
WE HONOR YOUR FAMILY
WE HONOR YOUR FRIENDS
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Nkinler
Posts: 509
Portland. OR
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| 30 Jan 2007 8:11 PM |
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| You've done your duty and then some MSgt. Sanders, you can now rest in peace. My heart goes out the family of this Vietnam veteran. He served his country and fellow Americans with pride and you can all be proud of his service during a difficult time in this country's history. Thank you sarge and a belated welcome home. |
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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
Bataan Death March survivor
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 6261
Lacey, WA
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| 30 Jan 2007 8:33 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to family and friends of MSGT (R) Bruce Sanders. MSGT Sanders, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. May you forever Rest in Peace. |
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CleverLori
Posts: 974
Seattle, WA
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| 30 Jan 2007 10:09 PM |
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My sincerest condolences to MSgt Sanders' family and friends.
Rest in peace, Sir...and thank you for your service. |
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ssgtbam
Posts: 745
Pacific Protectorates State Captain, Johnson City, OR
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| 31 Jan 2007 5:06 AM |
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Pipey and I send our deepest condolences on your loss! MSgt Sanders, you served your Country well, and we will not forget your service, Thank you!
Unfortunately, due to other obligations and distance, we are unable to make it to this mission....please convey our sympathies to this fine American's family for us! |
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STAFF Sergeant BAM!
Oregon State Ride Captain
Pacific Protectorates Captain
Patricia Moritz, Staff Sergeant, USMC
Mom of Firefighter, Michael Fleek
Marine Mom to LCpl Matthew Fleek, USMC
Marine Mom-in-Law to LCpl Monique Fleek, USMC |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5133
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 31 Jan 2007 6:56 AM |
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Mr. Sanders,
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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ducpho
Posts: 658
Grants Pass, OR
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| 31 Jan 2007 10:44 PM |
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With a heavy heart and deepest sympathy, we will honor MSgt Bruce Sanders.
Staging Saturday, February 3, 2007
I-5 Exit 58
8:30 - 9 AM
McDonald’s Restaurant
1891 NE 6th St
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Ride Briefing at 8:50
Kickstands up at 9:am
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Fred "ducpho" Salanti
Follow Me - Infantry
"I was not a Hero, but I was in the company of Heroes" |
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Digorig
Posts: 0
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| 01 Feb 2007 10:20 AM |
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Is anyone around the Portland/Beaverton area planning on attending this mission? We would need to KSU around 4 AM for the 4 hour ride, but the weather looks promising. Please let me know, as I am undecided at this time.
To the family and friends of MSgt Bruce Sanders: Thank you seems inadequate to convey our gratitude for MSgt Sanders's service to our country. We are free ONLY because of heroes like him! May God grant you peace at this sorrowful time. |
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jwilsr
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| 01 Feb 2007 7:50 PM |
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My sincere condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of Bruce Sanders . Thank you MSgt. Sanders 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 - '67
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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adccop
Posts: 2782
Tonopah, Arizona
Ride Captain
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| 01 Feb 2007 8:48 PM |
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To the family and friends of MSgt (R) Bruce Sanders I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.
To MSgt (R) Sanders, Welcome Home Brother and may you rest in eternal Peace. Those that have preceded you are now preparing your place of honor among them. Pegs down for a Brother Veteran. |
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GOBB
adccop
Viet Nam 67-69
Riding in Memory of My Hero Natalie
"It's Never Too Late To Say Welcome Home"
One more in the mission to ensure that our Warriors know they are supported and Never Again treated with disdain.
Have Flag Will Travel! |
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trukr
Posts: 0
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| 02 Feb 2007 4:59 AM |
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MSgt Bruce Sanders,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and all that we hold sacred. Though tears can never bring you back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that you made and our sorrow at your passing. You are truly a hero and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Your mission on earth is complete. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the heroes who have passed before.
To the family and friends of MSgt Sanders, we offer our deepest sympathy and condolences. May God smile down upon you in this time of deep sorrow and grant you the strength and conviction to carry on. May you find joy in fond memories and peace in knowing that your loss was not in vain. A grateful nation stands with you.
AIRMAN DOWN...KICKSTANDS UP!!!
Ron & Lea Eppich
Parents of Sgt Robert Scott Eppich
1981-2006
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Digorig
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| 02 Feb 2007 2:47 PM |
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| Update: I will be riding down for this mission from Beaverton, perhaps with one or two others. KSU at 4AM in beaverton. If you want to ride, CALL me ASAP: 971-227-3267 |
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