mterry 
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| 11 Apr 2006 11:58 AM |
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badutahboy
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| 11 Apr 2006 12:09 PM |
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Posted By MobyRic on 04/11/2006 11:39 AM
Will be there, where ever Bruce says meet. I think the coffee shop that "badutahboy" is talking about is the Lighthouse (used to be Dave's) on the south sige of 7200 South just west of State. It is an easy right hand turn on to State and south from there.
I too am impressed with all the effort going into support this family in their time of loss and the work that Kelly and Bruce have put into it to make it happen.
Bravo Zulu
Ric,
That's exactly the one I was talking about... big open parking lot, easy right turn onto state or back on to 7200, right off the freeway so it's simple to find.
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tinman392
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Layton, Utah
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| 11 Apr 2006 12:20 PM |
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Patriot Guard:
This is the
final Itinerary for the Patriot Guard Mission to honor Specialist Ty J.
Johnson who gave all on 4 April 2006. It is a go; all contacts have
been made.
Services are on Wednesday 12 April at approximately
1300 hrs at Goff Mortuary. The address is 8090 South State Street in
Midvale, Utah. The mortuary is located on the West side of State
Street. The internment will be immediately following at The Midvale
City Cemetery. The address is 450 West 7500 South. It is on the South
side of the street. Parking will be at the extreme East border.
Ride
Captains: Your Lead Ride Captain for this mission is Bruce
“oldgoldstar” Clements, who can be reached on his cell on the morning
of the ride (801)550-6040. The other Ride Captain assigned is Kelly
“Tinman” Crouse, who can be reached on his cell on the morning of the
ride (801)927-7024
Weather: The current weather forecast for
Midvale, Utah on 12 April is partly cloudy with a high of 67 degrees;
low of 49 degrees; with a 20% chance of rain. Dress warm and comfy,
Iron Horses if you can. Bring flag poles & flags if you've got
them; flags on bikes would be great. If you’re not on your bike, cars
are welcome, bring all the extra flags you’ve got.
Staging Site
& Time: From 1030 hrs to 1130 hrs at 145 West 7200 South (Quilted
Bear parking lot, there is a big sign out front). This is on the south
side of 7200 South. Here is a link to a map to the staging area
at this link.
This is a link if coming from the North.
Departure: The
departure time from the staging area to Goff Mortuary is 1130 hrs. All
bikes will present a uniform appearance as we ride from the staging
area to the cemetery in a staggered formation. Anyone not able to stage
should meet at Goff Mortuary. The attached link is a map from the
staging area to Goff Mortuary.
at this link.
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Please remember that our mission is to respect and honor
this fallen soldier and his family. Stand tall and proud as we salute
this hero and his family for their great sacrifice!!!
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walilisseu
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Clinton
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| 11 Apr 2006 12:25 PM |
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Kelly (Tinman), myself and any others interested in going down together from the North will be staging / leaving from the Walgreens RX in Layton (Antelope and I-15) at 0930. We'll stand by for Bruce's staging instructions, but I understand the Hungry Bear is being considered 145 W 7200 S. Honored to be able to support this fallen hero's family and give honor to his memory!
V/R
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jaredmt
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| 11 Apr 2006 12:48 PM |
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Not sure how many are heading up from the Provo/Orem area. If anyone is interested it riding up as a group, let me know (jared@jaredterry.com).
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guardianspirit
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Salt Lake City, UT
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| 11 Apr 2006 1:58 PM |
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Here are some maps for those of you not familiar with the area (no copying & pasting required):
STAGING SITE & TIME - 10:30-11:30 A.M. (1030-1130 hours) at The Quilted Bear (craft shop)/ The Hungry Bear (restaurant inside The Quilted Bear): 145 W 7200 S, Midvale, UT (south side of 7200 S). Click on "Directions To" to get directions to the staging site.
FUNERAL SERVICE - Leaving from The Quilted Bear at 11:30 A.M. (1130 hours). Going to Goff Mortuary at 8090 S State St Midvale, UT (west side of State St) where the funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. (1300 hours). Click here for a route map from The Quilted Bear to Goff Mortuary.
INTERMENT - Interment will be at Midvale City Cemetery at 471 W 6th Ave, Midvale, UT (south side of 6th Ave). Click here for a route map from Goff Mortuary to Midvale City Cemetery.
I talked to Linda at The Hungry Bear today. She is expecting a large group tomorrow morning. Let's not disappoint her!  |
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tinman392
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Layton, Utah
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| 11 Apr 2006 4:36 PM |
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Posted By walilisseu on 04/11/2006 12:25 PM
Kelly (Tinman), myself and any others interested in going down together from the North will be staging / leaving from the Walgreens RX in Layton (Antelope and I-15) at 0930. We'll stand by for Bruce's staging instructions, but I understand the Hungry Bear is being considered 145 W 7200 S. Honored to be able to support this fallen hero's family and give honor to his memory!
V/R
Dave Frederick
N Utah PGR
Well said.
If anyone wants to ride down together I will be leaving the Walgreens pharmacy in Layton, Utah at 09:30 Wednesday morning. Take exit 332 off of I-15 and turn left (if your coming from the North) onto Antelope Drive. Turn right at University Park BLVD (1st light past the interstate). Walgreens will be on your immediate left. I already received permission from the Walgreens Manager for us to meet there. This is real close to the interstate so it SHOULD be easy to get back on. I'm leaving early so I'm at the staging site prior to everyone's arrival. If you would rather ride on your own, I put a map in the Mission Itinerary. |
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Kelly "Tinman" Crouse
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guardianspirit
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Salt Lake City, UT
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| 11 Apr 2006 5:22 PM |
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| Unfortunately, I can't get off of work (I work for TurboTax and it's the end of tax season) so I won't be able to make it. God bless you all. |
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mterry
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| 11 Apr 2006 5:32 PM |
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Ah a kindred spirt (sort of). I work for QuickBooks. Our time comes in the fall so I totally understand.
You'll be with us in spirit
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mterry
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| 11 Apr 2006 5:34 PM |
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I'll be leaving from north Orem sometime between 10 and 10:30. Probably closer to 10:30 since it won't take too long to get to 7200 South.
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ultra8805
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| 11 Apr 2006 7:03 PM |
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Tinman I'll meet you at Walgreens. Ride safe!
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jeffhap
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Salt Lake City, Utah
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| 11 Apr 2006 7:52 PM |
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These are the times that try mens souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands it now deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly; it is dearness only that gives everything its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed if so celestial an article as FREEDOM should not be highly rated.
"The American Crisis"
by Thomas Paine
December 23,1776
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These are the times that try mens souls. The 'summer soldier' and the 'sunshine patriot' will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.
Thomas Paine
"The American Crisis"
Written Dec. 23, 1776 |
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tinman392
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Layton, Utah
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| 11 Apr 2006 8:27 PM |
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I just checked the weather forcast and it still looks decent for tomorrow (same as on the itinerary). Everyone please ride safely and beware of the other guy. If anyone has extra flags, BRING THEM. You can never have too many flags or too much support. This family has paid the ultimate sacrifice so they deserve everything we can do for them and even more. Thanks in advance to all of you.
If anyone is coming from the North please be careful when you leave I-15 and enter onto I-215. You will have to go from the far left lane to the far right line prior to the first exit which is only about a mile or two. I will see you all in the morning. |
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Kelly "Tinman" Crouse
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sackett
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| 11 Apr 2006 9:11 PM |
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I'll be coming in from Bridger Valley (Mountain View) Wyoming. If anyone there or in Evanston wants to hook up & ride with me, leave a post & I'll check before I leave in the morning. Leaving at 0800.
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pcunham
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clinton, ut
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| 11 Apr 2006 11:08 PM |
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| i just signed up to be a member of the patriot guard riders i live in clinton and would be honored to offer my services to help out the family of our fallen soldier |
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Paul Cunningham "Leatherman"
Pcunham@comcast.net
"It is better to have tried and failed than to be one of those timid souls who know neither success nor defeat."TR.
" The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing"...E.Burke
"the resolution to avoid an evil is seldom framed till the evil is so far advanced as to make avoidance impossible" T.Hardy
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pcunham
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| 12 Apr 2006 12:22 AM |
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| ive got 5 flags 4 small ones on sticks and one good size one as well leaving from clinton around 9ish on a red sportster |
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Paul Cunningham "Leatherman"
Pcunham@comcast.net
"It is better to have tried and failed than to be one of those timid souls who know neither success nor defeat."TR.
" The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing"...E.Burke
"the resolution to avoid an evil is seldom framed till the evil is so far advanced as to make avoidance impossible" T.Hardy
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sbnicol
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| 12 Apr 2006 12:49 AM |
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| I am scheduled to work and may not be able to make it, but know I am thinking of the family at this dificult time...I am going however to try and get off work early and make it up there. If not please know I am with you all in spirit. |
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markwilcox6
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| 12 Apr 2006 7:34 PM |
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My grandson, Jason and I want to thank you for the ride today. Jason was the 10 year old that made 4 trips up and down the line of bikes to get a count (37, by the way). He was treated great by everyone there. He really enjoyed the fellowship, he may not fully understand the reason we were there, but he enjoyed him-self. I am not good with names, but he was befriended by 2 men that need a special note of thanks. The 1st was the gentleman on the blue Gold Wing trike, the other was the tall guy with the spikes on his chrome "skid lid" shorty helmet. Both men were great with him, and he talked about them all night. Sorry I didn't get there names.
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tinman392
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| 12 Apr 2006 7:48 PM |
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If anyone took pictures today, I would appreciate it if you would email them to me so that I can share them with everyone. I was proud of all the people that showed up. I know its not always easy to get off work in the middle of the week especially on such short notice. It was obvious that the Johnson family and friends appreciated us being there. Hopefully we gave Specialist Johnson's son a good memory of a bunch of bikes. Thanks to everyone for allowing that little boy to touch your bikes. He sure seemed happy doing it. As usual you made me very proud to ride with all of you. My hat is also off to Bruce for running this mission. He really came through for us when we needed him. Specialist Johnson left behind a loving family and a lot of friends. Always remember his memory.
Rest in Peace Specialist Ty Johnson. |
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fade
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| 12 Apr 2006 9:12 PM |
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Thank you guys. It was an honor to see you at my best friends funeral. Today was one of the most horrible days of my life and to see you all there was an amazing display of support. THANK YOU!!
I know Ty would have gotten a HUGE kick out of it.
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badutahboy
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| 12 Apr 2006 10:05 PM |
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Posted By markwilcox6 on 04/12/2006 7:34 PM
My grandson, Jason and I want to thank you for the ride today. Jason was the 10 year old that made 4 trips up and down the line of bikes to get a count (37, by the way). He was treated great by everyone there. He really enjoyed the fellowship, he may not fully understand the reason we were there, but he enjoyed him-self. I am not good with names, but he was befriended by 2 men that need a special note of thanks. The 1st was the gentleman on the blue Gold Wing trike, the other was the tall guy with the spikes on his chrome "skid lid" shorty helmet. Both men were great with him, and he talked about them all night. Sorry I didn't get there names.
Mark,
The tall guy you're talking about is also named mark.... AKA B.T.F. (Big Tall Focker)... As for the goldwing guy, sorry I can't help you with that one.
Kelly,
I have a few pics... a group pic, and a few of the line of bikes. I have not yet previewed them to see how good they are, but post your email addy and I'll get them sent to you tomorrow AM.
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badutahboy
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| 12 Apr 2006 10:08 PM |
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Posted By fade on 04/12/2006 9:12 PM
Thank you guys. It was an honor to see you at my best friends funeral. Today was one of the most horrible days of my life and to see you all there was an amazing display of support. THANK YOU!!
I know Ty would have gotten a HUGE kick out of it.
*kisses*
Fade,
We were absolutely honored to be there. The two rides I have made with the Patriot Guard stand out as days I will never forget. It is our honor to show our respects for a man who gave his life to protect our freedom. As many others have said, I hope that our presence had an effect on those of you who are family and friends of Ty. It is important for our soldiers families to know that their contributions are not taken lightly, especially in times of crisis.
We are truly sorry for your loss.
John Roberts
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tinman392
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| 12 Apr 2006 10:13 PM |
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Kelly,
I have a few pics... a group pic, and a few of the line of bikes. I have not yet previewed them to see how good they are, but post your email addy and I'll get them sent to you tomorrow AM.
My email address is tinman392@hotmail.com. Thanks. |
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tinman392
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| 12 Apr 2006 10:24 PM |
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Posted By fade on 04/12/2006 9:12 PM
Thank you guys. It was an honor to see you at my best friends funeral. Today was one of the most horrible days of my life and to see you all there was an amazing display of support. THANK YOU!!
I know Ty would have gotten a HUGE kick out of it.
*kisses*
Fade,
Thanks for your heart felt posting. It was an honor to ride on behalf of your best friend. I'm sorry for the pain you and the rest of his friends and family are feeling but please remember that his sacrifice was not taken lightly. Ty is a true hero and will always be remembered as such. It was an honor for us to show our respect for this man. I'm glad that "Ty would have gotten a HUGE kick out of it". |
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oldgoldstar
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| 12 Apr 2006 10:30 PM |
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| To ALL that rode today....THANK YOU! Keep watching this thread for the "Mission Completed" report that will posted soon. The success of this mission was not so much my involvement, but that Kelly picked up the ball and ran with it. The success of this mission was also not so much my involvement, but the fact that all of you were there! To Kelly, Words are not enough to say thanks! To all that rode, Words again are not enough! Just know that I came home with so much gratitude for the opportunity to ride with you, shake your hands, and share with you the respect and honor so fittingly given Spc. Johnson and his family. |
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