PGRLabLuvr 
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Naples, FL
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Updated 15 FEB 07 2041 MST by Zippy
Funeral services for Sgt Ross A Clevenger will be held at Marsing High School, Marsing, Idaho on Saturday, 17 Feb at 1400. Interment will be at Hillcrest Cemetery at 1600 (or immediately following services). The staging point for the mission will be at the KMart/Shari's Restaurant parking lot just off of Exit 33 on I-84, at 1200.
The PGR's involvement will be to escort the procession from the high school to the cemetery, and afterwards to form a tunnel of flags through which the procession will drive as they arrive at the cemetery (cagers and x number of bikes will be excused ahead of time to form this cordon).
Directions to staging area:
Coming from the West -----> Take Exit 33a (Nampa/Marsing) NOTE: This exit does not appear on most maps, as it is a newly constructed exit. Head south over the overpass. The exit ramp will "Y" at the top of the overpass; bear right onto Karcher Road. Go through the signal at the bottom of the overpass. Travel a few hundred feet and turn right into the KMart parking lot and backtrack to Shari's Restaurant.
Coming from the East -----> Do NOT take the first Exit 33 ramp off of I-84. Continue UNDER the overpass and exit there. Bear right at top of exit ramp, over the overpass. Continue as above, to KMart and Shari's. Kickstands up at 1230, at which time we will proceed the approximate 15 miles on into Marsing. Once arriving in the city of Marsing, we will stop at the City Park to "flag up" (flagging up at initial staging area could result in lost flags because of highway speeds), as well as a last minute pit stop.
NOTE FOR TWIN FALLS AREA RIDERS: We will stage at the Flying J Truck Stop north of town at the intersection of I-84 and Hwy 93, with a departure time of 0945.
NOTE FOR MOUNTAIN HOME AREA RIDERS: We will stage at the Walmart parking lot off I-84, with a departure time of 1100.
I have been in contact with the Casualty Affairs Officer and ISP, and they inform me that uninvited guests have not made known their intent to participate and are not expected, but we need to remain vigilant to the possibility.
By way of information, I have also been in contact with Mr Jack Harp, Director of the Boise Valley POW/MIA Association. He has informed me that his organization will be in attendance and stands ready to assist the PGR as needed. He did relate to me that in past events, they have requested flagholders and I assured him that we would be happy to join ranks with he and his group in that endeavor. I would encourage PGR members to welcome these good men and women into our ranks as we honor Sgt Clevenger and his family.
For logistics, would like an idea as to how many bikes to expect; upon receipt of this notice, kindly advise me offline at LeiserBunch9@yahoo.com, and let me know if you are planning to attend.
My thanx to those who have graciously offered assistance and performed details behind the scenes for me as I have put this together; this certainly is not a one-person event. "It takes a village" to put a mission together. Your actions have not gone unnoticed. And thanx in advance to those traveling great distances to honor this Idaho son; I wish you safe travels as you join us.
Respectfully -
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DoD nofitication has not been released at time of posting
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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
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jeffmcpa
Posts: 334
Pacific Western Regional Captain
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| 12 Feb 2007 9:55 AM |
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My prayers go out for Spec. Ross Clevenger and for the friends and family left behind.
We know that there are no words to soften the pain of your loss but I pray that your god will help you find peace and comfort you and guide you through dealing with your loss.
We will not forget the service and sacrifice of Spec. Clevenger to protect our country and way of life.
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Jeff Matson
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 12 Feb 2007 10:30 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know your son was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Ross.
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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wvhusker
Posts: 5133
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 12 Feb 2007 10:39 AM |
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SPC Clevenger,
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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Pegleg
Posts: 2727
Corona, Ca
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| 12 Feb 2007 12:25 PM |
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My Sincerest and Deepest Sympathies to the Family and Friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger
A True American Hero. Thank You for Your Service and Sacrifice for Our Country.
WE WILL NEVER FORGET !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SEMPER-FI ----- Hero..........
Pegleg
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 6261
Lacey, WA
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| 12 Feb 2007 1:24 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Spc. Ross A. Clevenger. Spc. Clevenger, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace. |
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ac57
Posts: 1548
A.L.R. Post 111 Dallas,Georgia
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| 12 Feb 2007 2:08 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger during this very difficult time . We are forever grateful to this Hero for his courage , service , and sacrifice for our Nation . We will never forget. . God Bless |
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AC
A.L.R. Post 111
Dallas , Georgia
cell # 678 - 371 - 6321
Do your duty in all things . You cannot do more , you should never wish to do less .
General Robert E. Lee
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 4800
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 12 Feb 2007 2:55 PM |
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God Bless Spec Ross A Clevenger, family and friends. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrafice and may you rest in peace. I will be standing by in spirit with my fellow brothers.
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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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jbm1955
Posts: 1261
Jacksonville, Florida
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| 12 Feb 2007 3:10 PM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of fallen hero, Spec. Ross A. Clevenger. His service to our country is appreciated and his ultimate sacrifice mourned. |
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"The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war."
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 1951
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| 12 Feb 2007 3:38 PM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers go to the family and friends of Spec. Clevenger,My God Bless and hold you close during this most difficult time,we are so sorry for your loss, it is a loss for us all,rest well young man you are with God now. |
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blusun5
Posts: 695
Wildwood, IL
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| 12 Feb 2007 4:13 PM |
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Our condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country. You are an American Hero. May God continue hold you in the palm of His hand.
Jim & Colleen
USN RET
Standing by in Grayslake, IL…
“And everyday I’m giving all I can because I’m damn proud to be an American.
Yeah, I made some friends, and I’ve lost some too.
When I think about what they gave for me and you”
~Rushlow Harris – Bagpipes Cryin’ Lyrics.
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ETribe
Posts: 365
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| 12 Feb 2007 4:33 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger, May God bless you and guide you through this time of great difficulty. Ross, Thank you for your service to our country. Rest in peace
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J. Michael Puckett
SSgt US Army 63-68
Patriot Guard Rider / Camarillo CA.
Riding in Memory of Bobby Thompson Jr.
KIA 4-08-1967 Tay Ninh, Viet Nam. 173rd Airborne Brigade
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CleverLori
Posts: 974
Seattle, WA
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| 12 Feb 2007 4:56 PM |
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| My sincerest condolences to Spc Clevenger's family and friends. We'll not forget his great sacrifice. |
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Zippy
Posts: 6646
Phoenix, AZ
National Forum Admin
User Accounts Admin
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| 12 Feb 2007 7:31 PM |
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| May God bless the family and friends of this hero with the strength they will need in this time of mourning. |
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Diane "Zippy" Anderson
PROUD Army Mom of SSgt Billy Myers 2nd Cavalry Stryker, Iraq
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low, and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
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tinman392
Posts: 433
Layton, Utah
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| 12 Feb 2007 7:47 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and community of Spec Clevenger. May God give you all peace in your time of need. A simple "Thank you" just isn't enough for me to say for keeping my family safe. |
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Proud Member
Patriot Guard Riders
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8709
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 12 Feb 2007 9:49 PM |
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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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Reaps
Posts: 1333
Idleyld Park,Oregon BoD VP-Director of Captains
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| 13 Feb 2007 3:08 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Ross Clevenger.
You served our Country and for that, we shall never forget.
May you forever Rest in Peace
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~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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vander177
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Vandergrift, PA
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| 13 Feb 2007 4:49 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Spec Ross A. Clevenger. I thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice for this great country. 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
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flo_bigjim
Posts: 59
Lake Station Indiana
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| 13 Feb 2007 6:31 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger. God bless you Spec. Ross A. Clevenger. Rest in Peace.
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GARYCOLUMBIA
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Vancouver, WA
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| 13 Feb 2007 7:50 AM |
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| Marilyn and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Spec Ross Clevenger. We pray that the Lord will grant you comfort during this time of grieving. And we want you to know that Ross will always be remembered as one of America's Great Hero. He gave the ULTIMATE. |
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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
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db4175
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Montesano, Washington
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| 13 Feb 2007 9:16 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy to SPC Clevenger and his family. His service to this country will never be forgotten by those who have gone before and those yet to serve. May his family find strength and peace in Gods grace. Rest in peace my Brother |
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Riding in memory of Bernice T. Bach 1LT USA Nurse Corp. WWII, Saipan and in support of MSG Thomas Buettner a true soldier and my son-in-law. May God watch over them all.
Don Berry
SFC (Retired)
US Army 1964 - 1986
Vietnam 1969 -1970 1972 -1973
Freemasons Riding Club
Patriot Guard Rider
“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
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TMR
Posts: 2692
Willow Springs IL
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| 13 Feb 2007 9:56 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, Spec. Clevenger, for being willing to do just that.
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Teddi bear
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Elroy, Wisconsin
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| 13 Feb 2007 10:50 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger. We thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice for this great country. You will not be forgotten.
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Riding with Respect!
Revival of patriotism is what the patriot guards are bringing back to America! |
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BelgianArmy
Posts: 858
Brussels, Belgium
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| 13 Feb 2007 10:59 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Spec. Ross A. Clevenger.
Rest now soldier...
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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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capnmom
Posts: 193
Ride Captain, Clarksville,TN and Clarksville/Fort Campbell Assistant State Captain
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| 13 Feb 2007 12:06 PM |
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To the Clevenger family, please accept our heart felt condolences for your loss. I hope knowing so many people, near and far, have you and your family in their thoughts and prayers may give your family some measure of comfort. We owe a great debt of gratitude to your loved one and the other men and women of our armed forces who willingly and bravely venture forth on our behalf. We will not forget the sacrifices your family has suffered. We will not forget this Hero and please know we all grieve for your family's loss and our country's loss of this, your brave soldier and loved one, Ross. We stand ready to honor your loved one and help in any way we can.
Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty."
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In honor of my "oldest son" John, aka SmokeyyMtnSporty" 1975-2008
I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not. XoXo, love Momma
Ride Captain, Clarksville, TN
Clarksville/Fort Campbell Asst State Captain
Proud daughter of WWII Navy Veteran Kenneth Mason
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