Updated - 13 Apr 07 2054 ET - PGRLabLuvr   *********PRELIMINARY MISSION INFORMATION*********    Although this is considered to be preliminary information, according to Capt Mullins, no changes are expected.  The family will be meeting with the funeral director tomorrow to solidify these plans.  Any changes will be posted immediately.    Visitation and Services will be held at the Chapman Funeral Home, 3941 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV 25526, phone (304) 757-7531.    Visitation will be Tuesday, April 17, from 1800-2100.  PGR participation is requested.    Services planned for Wednesday, April 18, at 1000.     PGR is requested to provide escort from the funeral home to Josh's final resting in Evergreen Cemetery, Fraziers Bottom.  Missing man formation has been requested by the family.  We will be proud to honor this request, if enough attend on 2 wheels.    Staging times will be announced on Sunday, but anticipate them to be 1730 on Tuesday, pre-ride briefing at 1745 w/KSU by 1750 and 0915 Wednesday, 0930 briefing, KSU 0945 to enable us to be in our flag line prior to 1000.   Staging location will be the Liberty Square Mall, located on WV SR 34 at I-64, exit 39.  After entering the mall, turn right at the "T" and proceed to the parking lot directly across from Bob Evans. Enter the parking lot and stage parallel to the landscaping to the extreme right of the parking lot.    Coming in from WEST:  Take I 64 to exit 39, make left at light.  Get in right hand lane to turn right into staging area (Liberty Square Mall) and motels.      Coming in from EAST:  Take I 64 to exit 39, make right to go to staging area (Liberty Square Mall) and motels.      Coming in from NORTH:  US Rt 35 to State Rt 34, turn left at Liberty Square Mall.    Those travelling down I-77S, take I-64E and follow directions as coming in from the West.    For those wishing to attend both the visitation and services, discounted motel rates have been secured at the Day's Inn (304) 729-3006 for $40.00 + tax per night.  Identify yourself as Patriot Guard Rider or PGR when calling.  Accomodations also available at the Red Roof Inn for their regular rate of $43.49 + tax per night.  Both are located behind Liberty Square Mall.    Bob "T-Bone" Smith from Hurricane is the Temporary RC for this mission.  I owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude for the efforts he has put forth thus far in obtaining our staging location as well as the discounted motel rates. He will be travelling with the funeral director tomorrow to scout the cemetery location, however, it is known that this is a very old and seldom used cemetery, located on a hill.  All riders are urged to ensure you have a kickstand plate readily available.    Additional information will be posted tomorrow, or this itinerary will be marked as FINAL.    All those planning to attend on two wheels, remember, WEST VIRGINIA IS A HELMET STATE. Respects, Joe ********************************************************************* Updated 13 April 2007 1911cdt Aranel *******ITINERARY INFORMATION FOR ARRIVAL IN LEXINGTON*******    I apologize for the lateness in posting this but just returned from the mission in Ashland, KY and learned this information as I was on the road.    For anyone able to be present, Josh will be arriving in Lexington, KY on Delta Flight 1445.  CAO states that in her conversation, today, with the Cargo Manager, he advises this particular flight is generally ALWAYS early, usually arriving around 2120-25.    For this reason, he advises all who wish to stand a Flag Line to Honor Josh to arrive at the airport NLT 2115, to enable all the security measures to be completed.    Once the aircraft arrives, it is understood that it will be moved, probably, to the Delta Cargo Terminal at Gate #5, allowing a less public transfer to the hearse.  This will also allow the family, Army Honor Guard and PGR members to be at the aircraft as the transfer occurs.    Once Josh has been transferred, PGR members are released.  IF some have chosen to travel on 2-wheels and still desire to assist in escorting him home, it is my understanding that you will be permitted to do so, but I would ask all to be cautious of the forecast weather conditions for tonight in the Lexington area.    CAO was to meet with the family today at 1600 to finalize arrangements for Josh's services.  What is known at this time is they will be held next Tuesday and Wednesday, April 17-18.  Times and mission info will be posted as soon as it becomes available.    My sincere, heartfelt appreciation is extended to all members who have expressed a desire to Welcome Josh home tonight.  I know, with 100% certainty, this will be a very emotional site for his family and will be appreciated tremendously.    An extra "Thank You" to Greg for assisting in getting this information out to KY PGR members.  Without you and your members, this would not be possible.  Thank you, sir! Respects, Joe

Then join hand in hand, brave Americans all! By uniting we stand, by dividing we fall. ~John Dickinson "This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis Joe Cumblidge West Virginia State Captain UOV HOG Chapter RM1 USCG 1969-78 Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)

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Updated 12 April 2007 1555cdt - Aranel

******MISSION ESCORT UPDATE******

Word has been received that Joshua will be arriving in Lexington, KY tomorrow (Friday) at approximately 2145.

A 6-man U.S. Army Honor Guard will be there to transfer Joshua to the hearse and will participate in escorting him to Teays Valley, WV.

I am fully aware of the lateness of his arrival so, for that reason, the family is NOT being told that the PGR will also participate in this escort. HOWEVER, conversation with CAO indicates they were very anxious to have us there when initially informed.

At the present time, my intentions are to trailer my bike to the mission for in Ashland, KY tomorrow, for Cpl Cantrell. I will remain in the area, weather permitting, and proceed to Lexington to participate in the escort for Joshua.

I would like to have DEFINITE CONFIRMATION from ANYONE who wishes to participate in this most honorable escort. Please keep in mind, it is approximately 160 miles from Lexington to Teays Valley. Let me know ASAP of your intentions, please.

WIth Respects,

Joe Cumblidge

WV State Captain